| Module Title |
Professional & Research Practice |
| Module Code |
CSC1131 (ITS: CA640) |
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Faculty |
Computing |
School |
Engineering & Computing |
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NFQ level |
9 |
Credit Rating |
7.5 |
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Description
The module will introduce topics and issues in professional and research practice for computing professionals in an industrial and academic context. Research Methods: This will include the philosophy of research, qualitative and quantitative research, accessing and evaluating research materials, assessing outcomes and dissemination. This aspect of the module will provide the skills and understanding to plan and manage the practical aspects of the Practicum for the course. Professional: There will be an introduction to the legal aspects of information technology and relevant topics in ethics for computing professionals.
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Learning Outcomes
1. Find research materials relevant to their degree.
2. Analyse and summarise research papers.
3. Develop and make an academic presentation.
4. Analyse Ethical cases in the field of Computing.
5. Apply professional codes of ethics to computing environments.
6. Source and understand the relevant legislation pertaining to computing.
7. Explain best practice in the collection of digital evidence.
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| Workload | Full time hours per semester | | Type | Hours | Description |
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| Lecture | 36 | No Description | | Assignment Completion | 151.5 | Background research and assessments | | Lecture | 36 | based on notes and readings | | Independent Study | 54 | Readings | | Assignment Completion | 100 | Three in total |
| Total Workload: 377.5 |
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| Section Breakdown | | CRN | 10620 | Part of Term | Semester 1 | | Coursework | 0% | Examination Weight | 0% | | Grade Scale | 40PASS | Pass Both Elements | Y | | Resit Category | RC1 | Best Mark | N | | Module Co-ordinator | Irina Tal | Module Teacher | Brian Davis, Gareth Jones |
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| Assessment Breakdown |
| Type | Description | % of total | Assessment Date |
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| Report(s) | Initial Literature Review | 16.66% | Week 8 | | Presentation | A short video presentation of review. | 16.66% | Week 11 | | Essay | Analysis of Cyber Ethical Case | 16.68% | Week 12 | | Formal Examination | End-of-Semester Final Examination | 50% | End-of-Semester |
| Reassessment Requirement Type |
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories;
RC1: A resit is available for both* components of the module.
RC2: No resit is available for a 100% coursework module.
RC3: No resit is available for the coursework component where there is a coursework and summative examination element.
* ‘Both’ is used in the context of the module having a coursework/summative examination split; where the module is 100% coursework, there will also be a resit of the assessment
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Pre-requisite |
None
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Co-requisite |
None |
| Compatibles |
None |
| Incompatibles |
None |
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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
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Indicative Content and Learning Activities
Research methods
Introduction to Research;
Research Quality and Creativity;
Paper and Report Writing;
Speaking and Presentations;
Research Tools.
Ethical issues in information and software.
Introduction to Philosophy;
Cyber-Ethics;
Critical Analysis;
Liffick's Analytical Method;
Ethics and Morality;
Codes of Ethics.
Information Technology Law in Ireland
Introduction to the Irish Legal System;
Digital Evidence;
Copyright;
Trade Marks and Patents;
Computer Fraud;
Data Protection;
Compliance.
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Indicative Reading List
Books:
- Herman T. Tavani: 2016, Ethics and Technology, John Wiley & Sons, 405, 9781119239758
- Robert Barrass: 2002, Scientists Must Write – a guide to better writing for scientists, engineers and students, (Second Edition), Routledge,
- Dennis Kelleher, Karen Murray: 2006, Information Technology law in Ireland, (Butterworths: Dublin),
- AnneMarie Mooney Cotter, Colin Babe: 0, Information Technology Law Professional Practice Guide (Law Society of Ireland Professional Practice Guides), Law Society of Ireland .,
- Eric Walters and Gale Climenson Walters: 2002, Scientists Must Speak, Bringing presentations to life, Routledge,
Articles:
- 0: Various articles as necessary,
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Other Resources
- 1: Online VLE, Renaat Verbruggen, Loop, DCU,
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