Module: ICT & Connected Devices

Module Specifications.

Current Academic Year 2024 - 2025

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Date posted: September 2024

Module Title	ICT & Connected Devices
Module Code	TN08003 (ITS) / EDS1014 (Banner)
Faculty	DCU Institute of Education	School	STEM Ed, Innov, Global Studies
Module Co-ordinator	Paul Grimes
Module Teachers	-
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	5
Pre-requisite	Not Available
Co-requisite	Not Available
Compatibles	Not Available
Incompatibles	Not Available

Coursework Only

Description

This module will introduce the student teacher to key topics and principles of information and communication technology for the technology subject areas such as computer architecture, data communications and computer networks and the Internet. The student's knowledge of control will also be further developed in the module where the previous Applied Control module will be expanded on to support students in identifying, designing and evaluating control systems to include interconnectivity between devices through the use of a range of different connectivity protocols.

Learning Outcomes

1. Define operational characteristics of computer architecture, data communication and computer networks.
2. Accurately and securely utilise the Internet and third party web based technologies to support communication, collaboration and presentation for multimedia solutions to technological problems.
3. Employ transducer technologies to control electronic circuits remotely to switch devices such as bulbs, motors and solenoids in response to monitored signal conditions.
4. Control a connected device remotely using appropriate communication protocols and interface using a mobile device.
5. Appreciate the relevance and importance of ICT systems and connected devices for the development of meaningful and innovative solutions to technological problems in technology education.

*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Workload	Full-time hours per semester
Tutorial	24	Computer Laboratory
Laboratory	24	Practical in Computer Laboratory
Independent Study	77	Independent learning
Total Workload: 125

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

1.
Numbering Systems (e.g. binary and hexadecimal codes for digital communication)

2.
ICT System Architecture and Processor Technologies

3.
Memory (RAM & ROM) and Addressing

4.
Basic microcontroller features and development environment

5.
Introduction to real time applications, embedded systems and developing applications for emerging technologies

6.
Interfacing and Input/Output; Connectivity Protocols to include wired and wireless bus systems

7.
Communication protocols

8.
Relevant health, safety and ethical considerations

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	100%	Examination Weight	0%

Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Course Work Breakdown
Assignment	Computer Architecture/Networking Project	20%	n/a
Project	Internet/Multimedia Design Project	30%	n/a
Project	Connected Devices Project	50%	n/a

Reassessment Requirement Type
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories: Resit category 1: A resit is available for both* components of the module. Resit category 2: No resit is available for a 100% continuous assessment module. Resit category 3: No resit is available for the continuous assessment component where there is a continuous assessment and examination element.
* ‘Both’ is used in the context of the module having a Continuous Assessment/Examination split; where the module is 100% continuous assessment, there will also be a resit of the assessment
This module is category 1

Indicative Reading List

Norman, E.: 2000, Advanced Design and Technology. Longman Publishing Group. ISBN 0582328314 ISBN-13 9780582328310,
Brett, K.: 2021, Computer Science for Leaving Certificate. 1st Edition. Golden Key.,
Enright, G.: 2013, Technology for Leaving Certificate. ISBN 0955329876 ISBN-13 9780955329876,

Other Resources

None