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SUMMARY OF THE MODULE
This module aims at imparting the learner shop floor experience on popular computers and software in the industry. Trainees will be exposed to the shop floor environment with practical skills on the applications of computer hardware and software in the industry with special emphasis on theory and practice of Computer automation and development of Computer Software and software systems. It is seen as an integral part, where the students need to use their initiative to translate theories learnt in classrooms and perform assignments in an actual working environment.
OBJECTIVES OF THE MODULE
The objectives of the module are as follows:
- To provide an opportunity for students to discover, learn about, and familiarize with industry of their discipline, and with organizations within the industry. Students will acquire interpersonal skills through meeting with professionals in their field of study.
- To provide an opportunity for students to observe real-life practices and implementation of theoretical lessons and principles. Students will acquire practical skills and experience working on projects and alongside industry experts.
- To provide the opportunity for the industry to identify potential employees from among the industrial trainees and to feedback comments on the programme. Students will benefit from coursework tailored to meet training expectations of the industry.
- To ensure coursework and training programmes satisfy the expectations of the industry, and ensure the programmes are relevant and up to date.
LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE MODULE
A. Knowledge & Understanding :
Having successfully completed the module, students need not have to:
A.1. demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the principles and concepts of computing since this is a practice oriented module involving application.
B. Cognitive/ Intellectual Skills/ Application of Knowledge :
Having successfully completed the TRAINING, students should be able to:
B.1. Select and apply appropriate mathematical methods for modelling and analyzing real world computer science problems.
B.2. Use scientific principles in the development of solutions to problems in the design and development of computer Hardware and software.
C. Communication/ ICT/ Numeracy/ Analytic Techniques/ Practical Skills :
Having successfully completed the Training, students should be able to:
C.1. Use competently and safely standard electrical/electronic/computer laboratory instrumentation in the shop floor.
C.2. Observe and record accurately data and experimental evidence both in the laboratory and in the industrial environment
C.3. Analyse evaluate and interpret measured or observed data in the shopfloor
C.4. Plan the installation and maintenance of computer hardware, software, computer systems and equipment in practical work environments.
C.5. Demonstrate an awareness of practical computing skills in terms of Hardware and Software required in Industrial Practice.
C.6. Use computational tools and packages appropriate to the area of production or manufacture.
D. General Transferable Skills :
Having successfully completed the Training, students should be able to:
D.1. Work effectively in a team both as a member or leader in the work environment.
D.2. Efficiently manage both time and resources observing deadlines etc.
D.3. Communicate effectively the solutions arrived with the help of circuit Diagrams, Flow Diagrams, and Design Charts in practical situations.
D.4. Demonstrate numerical skills and problem solving skills pertaining to real world problems.
D.5. Use competently information technology (ICT) and relevant tools.