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Module Specifications
Archived Version 2005 - 2006
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Module Title |
Introduction to IT and Research Methods
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Module Code |
LC103
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School |
SALIS
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Online Module Resources
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Level |
1
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Credit Rating |
5
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Pre-requisite |
None
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Co-requisite |
None
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Module Aims
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7 Introduce students to technologies and resources that will underpin their work at university.
7 Teach students to streamline research efforts and to manage and present information optimally
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Learning Outcomes
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7 Students will be able to use a PC for standard file management.
7 Students will be able to word process and will have a less in-depth knowledge of other applications.
7 Students will be able to use paper and electronic sources in the library and labs (including the Internet).
7 Students will be able to present information in prescribed formats.
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Indicative Time Allowances
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Hours
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Lectures |
10
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Tutorials |
30
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Laboratories |
0
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Seminars |
0
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Independent Learning Time |
35
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Total |
75
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Placements |
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Assignments |
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NOTE
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Assume that a 5 credit module load represents approximately 75 hours' work, which includes all teaching, in-course assignments, laboratory work or other specialised training and an estimated private learning time associated with the module.
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Indicative Syllabus
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· Basic computing, operating systems, file management, applications.
· Word processing (Word for Windows)
· Library Research Techniques, printed media, electronic media, abstracting and indexing, using other libraries remotely.
· Study/writing skills
· Writing bibliographies
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| Assessment | | Continuous Assessment | 100% | Examination Weight | 0% |
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Indicative Reading List
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Essential:
7 Capron, H.L. and Perron, J.D. (1993). Computers and Information Systems; tools for an information age. Redwood City Ca: Benjamin/Cummins
7 Information for language students at DCU (Library Guide)
7 DCU Students Computing Guide
7 http://www.dcu.ie/sms/webguide
7 I:\ecdl\ecdl_95.exe
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