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MODULE DESCRIPTOR
Module Title
Collaborative And Professional Skills In Computing
Reference CM1013 Version 10
Created September 2017 SCQF Level SCQF 7
Approved August 2007 SCQF Points 30
Amended September 2017 ECTS Points 15

Aims of Module
To enable learners to develop a professional attitude to learning and collaborative working, preparing for continuous professional development in the Computing/IT industries.

Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
1 Interact effectively with others in a group working context, demonstrating ethical and professional work practices.
2 Communicate effectively by developing and presenting information in written, oral and visual form.
3 Investigate, describe and explain business information systems that support business/organisations.
4 Engage in development appropriate to degree path.

Indicative Module Content
Principles and practice of group-working, investigation and problem-solving techniques. Written, oral and visual communication: principles and practice of communication, structured report writing, use of visual aids. Information visualisation: visual design, layout, grids and visual hierarchy; using visual elements: bitmapped graphics, vector graphics, text, animation. Information systems: ERP, CRM, supply chain management, GIS. The competitive, political, economic, socio-cultural, technical and ecological factors influencing organisations. The value chain. The process of strategy and contribution of strategic analysis to a competitive business. Study skills: accessing information resources, referencing, note-taking, time management for study and assessments, preparation for assessments. PDP: identifying goals and actions, reflective analysis. (CS only): CCNA 1 certification, covering Networking Basics; cabling LANs and WANs, network media and routing fundamentals.

Module Delivery
This module is delivered through Semesters 1 and 2, and its learning outcomes are assessed through joint project work in the context of Information Systems.

Indicative Student Workload Full Time Part Time
Contact Hours 140 N/A
Non-Contact Hours 160 N/A
Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours N/A N/A
TOTAL 300 N/A
Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body    

ASSESSMENT PLAN
If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only.
Component 1
Type: Coursework Weighting: 100% Outcomes Assessed: 1, 2, 3, 4
Description: Written coursework.

MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR
Explanatory Text
The calculation of the overall grade for this module is based on 100% weighting of Component 1. An overall minimum grade D is required to pass the module.
Module Grade Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade:
A To achieve an A, the student needs to achieve an A in Component 1
B To achieve a B, the student needs to achieve a B in Component 1
C To achieve a C, the student needs to achieve a C in Component 1
D To achieve a D, the student needs to achieve a D in Component 1
E To achieve an E, the student needs to achieve an E in Component 1
F To achieve an F, the student needs to achieve an F in Component 1
NS Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination

Module Requirements
Prerequisites for Module None in addition to course entry requirements.
Corequisites for module None.
Precluded Modules None.

INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY
1 COTTRELL, S., 2015. Skills for success: Personal Development and Employability. 3rd ED. (Palgrove Study Skills). 4th edition.
2 COTTRELL, S., 2015. Personal Development and Employability. 3rd edition.
3 CUTTS, M. 2013. Oxford Guide to Plain English. Oxford University Press. 4th edition.
4 RAINER,R.K.,TURBAN,E.,POTTER,R.E., 2014. Introduction to Information Systems. Wiley. 5th edition.

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