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SUMMARY OF THE MODULE
This module is aimed at summarizing the skills attained as a result of taking the applied computer science modules whereby the students are expected to develop systems (hardware or software) that are applicable to the market. Such systems need to contribute to gaps in the market and should mainly target areas that need solutions in the unique African region. The solutions should mainly have customized solutions to the region.
OBJECTIVES OF THE MODULE
-Identifying the research problem
-Performing a literature review & writing a theoretical/conceptual framework
-Researching the design or approach to the problem
-Collecting and analyzing the data and/or designing and validating the design
-Drawing conclusions and giving recommendations
LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE MODULE
A. Knowledge & Understanding :
Having successfully completed the module, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:
A.1. Project methodology
A.2. Risk management and social aspects of project work
B. Cognitive/ Intellectual Skills/ Application of Knowledge :
Having successfully completed the module, students should be able to:
B.1. Apply mathematical and engineering knowledge to a technical investigation.
B.2. Analyse published technical work through literature reviews.
B.3. Produce a risk assessment for the proposed project.
B.4. Consider health, safety and environmental aspects of a technical project.
C. Communication/ ICT/ Numeracy/ Analytic Techniques/ Practical Skills:
Having successfully completed the module, students should be able to:
C.1. Specify, plan and initiate implementation of a technical project.
C.2. Prepare a technical report and give a technical presentation.
C.3. Carry out initial data acquisition and analysis for the project.
C.4. Carry out practical and computational work as required.
D. General Transferable Skills :
Having successfully completed the module, students should be able to:
D.1. Acquire new knowledge and information independently.
D.2. Plan and start implementing a year long project.
D.3. Define and manage the resources required for the investigation.
D.4. Solve problems of implementation and analysis.
D.5. Communicate effectively both in written and verbal ways.
D.6. Use ICT in information gathering, analysis and presentation