Module Descriptors for E&C Diploma A102KM: Business Organisation A102SE:Systems Project A104KM: Information Systems A104SE:Digital Electronics

& Microprocessors A105KM: Introduction to E-Commerce A105MS: Introductory Engineering Mathematics A105SE:Electrical and Electronic Engineering A106CR:Designing for Usability 1 A106KM: Business Analysis and Accounting A106SE: Communications, Networks and Signals A110CT:Object-oriented Programming A116ECN: Introduction to Business Economics A120CT:Computer Architecture A122KM: Business Skills A123KM: Business Information Systems A124MS: Logic and Sets Advanced Diploma A200CT: Professional Skills and Group Project A201KM: Group Project A202SE: Microcomputer Systems A203KM: Information Systems Development A203SE: Analogue Electronics A204KM: Data Management and Operational Research A204SE: Digital Electronics A205KM: Management and Organisational Behaviour A206SE: Communications and Networks A207KM: Supply Chain and Logistics Management A208KM: Current Technologies A209SE: Electrical Engineering A210CT: Advanced Programming A220CT: Database Systems A223KM: Business Finance and Accounting A228KM: Distribution Management A230CT: Internet Technology A242EMM: Materials and Manufacturing Technology A250CT: System Architecture and Networks A260CT: Software Systems Engineering Bachelor A303EC: Project A303KM: Project Management A304SE: Power Systems A305EMM: Total Quality Management A306KM: Advanced Information Systems A307KM: Global Logistics A309KM: Procurement and Inventory Management A310KM: M-Commerce Applications A310SE: Advanced Digital Systems A311SE: Communications and Networks A318EMM: Industrial Business Project A320CT: Distributed Applications Development A324KM: Business Management Strategy

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A330MED: Product Development Strategies A340CT: Large Scale Software Development A350CT: Systems Security A360CT: Advanced Network Management and Design A380CT: Formal Aspects of Computer Science A395CT: Enterprise Systems Development MBA AUSM18/ECM99EKM: MBA Dissertation AUSM20/ECM28EKM: Project Management AUSM56/ECM56EKM: Entrepreneurship and Innovation AUSM58/ECM05EFA: Financial Analysis for Managers AUSM62/ECM62BUS: Organisational Behaviour and HRM AUSM85/ECM85BS: Marketing Management AUSM01AV/EAC01SE/ECM01SE: Global Issues in the Airlines Industry AUSM40AV/EAC40SE/ECM40SE: Aviation Strategy AUSM81AV/EAC81SE/ECM81SE: Airport Operations AUSM84AV/EAC84SE/ECM84SE: Airline Operations AUSM14EM: Lean Operations AUSM27EM: Manufacturing Strategy AUSM58EM: Quality and Environmental Management Systems AUSM40IT/ECM40IS: IS/IT Strategy AUSM81IT/ECM81EKM: M-commerce AUSM84IT/ECM84CS: Information Security AUSM25SL/ECM25EKM: Supply Chain Management AUSM31SL/ECM31EKM: Logistics Operations AUSM32SL/ECM32EKM: Strategic Logistics Management

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A102KM: Business Organisation Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary This module explains the role and structure of a business organisation and provides students with a basic introduction to the main specialist areas of management, production, finance, personnel, purchasing and marketing. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On completion of this module the student should be able to: 1. 2. 3. 4. Identify the different types of business organisations Demonstrate an understanding of the role of a business organisation within the economy Describe the functional areas of a business organisation Explain the inter-relationship between functional areas within a business organisation Single 200 None None

Indicative Content The nature of an organisation The advantages and disadvantages of different types of organisation. The principles that underpin a business organisation, added value, profit, shareholders, interaction with the environment. The business environment Stakeholders and their role within and outside the organisation. The impact of the external environment. Methods of management to achieve business objectives Role of personnel management. The personnel task from recruitment redundancy. Employment relations, a historical perspective and contemporary issues. Finance Sources of finance. Acquiring capital. Capital allocation and the management of working capital. Financial statements Purchasing Purchasing as a functional activity. Planning and processes. Sources of supply. Methods of purchasing. Production Production, operations and services. Production systems. Location of production. The layout of production. Planning and control. Marketing Understanding markets. Marketing mix. Marketing planning and implementation. Current Issues Appreciation of business ethics, environmental issues.

Teaching and Learning Principles and theory will be taught by means of lecture sessions interspersed through the module. Seminars will enable students to put theory into practice via case studies. Method of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) Learning Outcomes 1 2 3 4

Assessment Coursework Examination

Weighting 50% 50%

For a failed module, any component with a mark less than 40% must be re-assessed. Assessment Composition of module mark: 50% Coursework and 50% Exam Pass requirements: Coursework must be at least 35% and Exam must be at least 35% and Module Mark must be at least 40% Essential Reading Cole, GA (2004), Management Theory and Practice, Thomson, 6 Edition Recommended Reading Boddy, D (2002), Management: An Introduction, Financial Times/Prentice Hall Fry, FL, Stanner, CR & Hattwick, RE (2004), Business: An Integrative Approach, McGraw-Hill Required Equipment None
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A102SE:Systems Project Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary Adopting a very practical approach, this module aims to provide general and key technology skills associated with group project implementation and management. To facilitate learning the process of group project work student groups will be mentored by academic staff and supported by technical staff. The module includes significant amounts of practical work in the fields associated with the courses linked to this module. Intended Module Learning Outcomes The intended learning outcomes are that on completion of this module the student should be able to: 1. Develop and refine a number of different project specifications (each project specification will relate to a major technology associated with courses this module supports e.g. Hardware, software, communications, etc) 2. Work as a member of a team to undertake a specific task 3. Build a prototype (sub system component, system component) 4. Implement test and quality procedures. 5. Review project outcomes Indicative Content Project Specification Projects in hardware and software and ancillary development systems will be undertaken during the module. Each project will be in a different topic area and will be supervised by an academic with expertise in that area. However each of the group projects will be similar in terms of scope and range and level of expected outcome. The initial stage of each project will involve developing an outline proposal (brief) into a final specification via a process of research (Library and WEB based) and consultation with the appointed mentor. Roles, tasks and time scales Develop with the mentor a project brief into an action time plan which links roles and responsibilities to individual group members. Specific task development Specific tasks will be dependent on the nature of the project and will range from hardware development through to software design with related activities such as research, report writing and presentation. To support these specific tasks each group project incorporates appropriate support activities. For example in the case of a microprocessor group project all students would have an introduction to the specific microprocessor and its development system, the same would apply to other group project topics. Prototyping Part of the project build process will involve prototyping. The type of prototyping will reflect the nature of the project e.g. in the case of hardware a circuit simulator will be used prior to building stage. Software development will follow standard debugging procedures. Single 200 None. None

Test and quality procedures An implicit part of the project specification will be to outline quality standards that link to the project development and to produce an outline test procedure. This test procedure should detail tests to be undertaken and give an indication of expected outcome. Review Each project will conclude with a review of the project. This review will highlight progress made, discuss difficulties encountered, and compare results of tests with theoretical model predictions. Also it will define group contribution made by each group member. Teaching and Learning The module is taught primarily using: Activity Lectures Laboratory Independent study Assessment activities Indicative Hours 25 25 90 60

Method Of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) Learning Outcomes 1 2 3 4 5 Assessment Project 1 Project 2 Project 3 Hours 10 25 25 Weighting 30 % 35% 35%

Each student will be required to submit a report on three group orientated projects. A report which will contain: Standard front cover, name, and project title. Final project specification Chapters, one per group topic to include results tests and quality procedures. A Critical review of topic outcome.

Re-assessment will be via individual project submission (new project topic). Assessment Composition of module mark: Pass requirements: Essential Reading Turner, J, Hill M, Instrumentation for Engineers and Scientists, Oxford Science Publications, May 1999, ISBN 0-19-85657-8 Course material on CUOnline Recommended Reading Oakland. J.S, Statistical Process Control, Butterworth Heinemann, 2003, ISBN 07506 4439-7

100% Coursework Module Mark must be at least 40%

A104KM: Information Systems Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary The purpose of this module is to familiarise students with the nature and role of information systems and the process of their development. It provides an introduction to information systems primarily for students following courses which contain a major element of computing and/or information technology. Students following other courses may also benefit from its study. The module gives students a practical introduction to the information systems development process, its constituent stages and associated techniques and tools. It establishes a firm foundation for subsequent further study of the information systems and development processes. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On completion of this module the student should be able to: 1. Demonstrate a clear understanding of organisational structures and an appreciation of the role of information technology in the support of business systems, including an awareness of the various professions within the computing industry. 2. Evaluate methods of data collection and information retrieval. 3. Apply appropriate methods for the initial analysis of information processing systems, developing a diagrammatic representation of system requirements using selected modelling techniques, supported by the use of a CASE tool. Indicative Content Business Systems and the Information Systems Environment Business systems, the role they take within an organisation, and the professions involved in their lifecycle. The purpose of using a methodology for the design and analysis of information systems. Adoption of an object-oriented approach, using UML notation Systems development life cycles Requirements Analysis Gathering and analysing user requirements Using primary data collection methods Information search and retrieval skills relevant to software analysis Practical Introduction to Modelling Tools Use case diagrams and descriptions First-draft class diagrams including objects, classes, attributes, basic operations, associations, multiplicities and simple inheritance The purpose and operation of a CASE tool Teaching and Learning Lectures and seminars supported by resources available via WebCT. Resources: CASE tool to support techniques taught. eg Rational Rose. Extensive use will be made of Information Systems Case Studies. Students will be expected to undertake computer work and reading in their own time. Single 200 None None

Method of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) Assessment Coursework 1 test on the understanding of information systems Coursework 2 report, including use of modelling techniques Examination - 2 hour unseen paper Weighting 10% 40% 50% Learning Outcomes 1 2 3

For a failed module, any component with a mark less than 40% must be reassessed. Assessment Composition of module mark: Pass requirements: 50% Coursework and 50% Exam Coursework must be at least 35% and Exam must be at least 35% and Module Mark must be at least 40%

Essential Reading Bennett, McRobb and Farmer, 2005. Object Oriented Systems Analysis and Design Using UML, 3rd Edition, McGraw Hill (ISBN 0077110005) Recommended Reading None Required Equipment None

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A104SE:Digital Electronics & Microprocessors Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary The aim of this module is to provide an introduction to the technical application of digital logic circuits and microprocessors. It covers the essentials of combinational and sequential logic design together with the assembly language programming of a contemporary microprocessor. Learning is enhanced through practical work on a logic simulator and a microprocessor integrated development environment. Intended Module Learning Outcomes The intended learning outcomes are that on completion of this module the student should be able to: 1. State the fundamental theorems of Boolean algebra and be able to apply them to logic circuit design. 2. Design combinational logic circuits. 3. Design elementary sequential logic circuits. 4. Compare and evaluate simple microprocessor hardware architectures. 5. Design, implement and test a simple assembler language program on a microcontroller simulator. Indicative Content Digital principles Signals, codes and number systems. Concept of binary numbers. Theorems of Boolean algebra. Minimization of a logic expression using Karnaugh maps and Boolean algebra. Combinational logic Concept of logic levels. Truth tables. Elementary logic functions. Design of simple combinational logic circuits. Standard forms and conversions. Implementation of Boolean statements into digital logic hardware. Propagation delay. Fan-in and fan-out. Multi-layer logic. Appreciation of various logic families (CMOS and TTL). Sequential circuits Concept of sequential circuits. Sequential building blocks. Flip-flops (set-reset, JK, data, toggle). Shift registers. Counters. Design of small-scale sequential functions. Microprocessor systems Computer architecture concepts. Top level description of two architectures (6812 and Pentium). Interfacing (both analogue and digital). Registers and programming model. Data types and addressing modes. Instruction set. Assembly language programming using a simulator. Introduction to personal computer hardware, system architecture, buses and memory capacity. Single 200 None. None

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Teaching and Learning The module is taught primarily using: Activity Lectures Tutorials Laboratory Independent study Assessment activities Indicative Hours 35 15 15 90 45

Method Of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) Learning Outcomes 2 3 4

Assessment Coursework 1 digital logic CAD assignment Coursework 2 literature survey and microprocessor assembly language programming assignment Examination 2 hour unseen paper

Hours 12.5 12.5 20

Weighting 25% 25% 50%

Re-assessment is by new coursework and/or examination. Assessment Composition of module mark: 50% Coursework and 50% Exam Pass requirements: Coursework must be at least 35% and Exam must be at least 35% and Module Mark must be at least 40%

Essential Reading Course material on CUOnline VALVANO, V., 2003. Introduction to Embedded Microcomputer Systems: Motorola 6811/6812 Simulations , Thomson Learning Vocational (ISBN 053439177X) Recommended Reading MUELLER, S., 2006. Upgrading and Repairing PC's, 18th Edition, Que. (ISBN 0-7897-3697-7) FLOYD, T. L., 2003. Digital Fundamentals with VHDL, Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall (ISBN 0130995274) Required Equipment None.

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A105KM: Introduction to E-Commerce Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary This module considers the nature and scope of e-commerce and the business models that it supports. The key technologies that enable e-commerce are introduced and the operation of electronic payment systems is described. E-commerce commercial and security legislation is outlined. Students will develop basic skills in the practice of e-commerce technology and gain an understanding of the role of e-commerce in the modern business world. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On completion of this module the student should be able to: 1. Outline the main e-commerce business models 2. Identify the main commercial and security legislation that is being applied to support and control e-commerce 3. Explain how e-commerce applications are developed 4. Discuss key internet technologies, data standards and payment mechanisms that support ecommerce Indicative Content Making a business case for e-commerce site Critical assumptions, Introduction to E-commerce planning, E-commerce Business Models, Commercial web site characteristics, E-commerce Policy Issues, Global legislation initiatives. Promotional features of commerce Marketing and advertising on the web, Calculating advertising return on investment (ROI), Sales, Payment methods, Shopping cart fundamentals, Promotions and Discounting schemas. XML and related technologies in e-commerce Awareness of the technologies available such as: Extensible Mark-up Language (XML), Exchanging order and payment data with Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) and XML. XML processing with, for example ASP and JSP. Internet Security and Payments Implementing network security, Proxy servers and firewalls, Enabling encryption, Process credit card and business-to-business transactions, Authorisation and settlement Payment methods Teaching and Learning The course uses presentations, video, and laboratory sessions to assist students to develop an awareness of e-commerce applications/technologies. Single 200 None None

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Method of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) Assessment Coursework 1 research-based, essay or report Coursework 2 practical Weight 50% 50% Learning Outcomes 1 2 3 4

Re-assessment is by a new coursework covering all learning outcomes Assessment Composition of module mark: Pass requirements: Essential Reading CHAFFEY D., (2001) E-business and E-Commerce Management, Prentice-Hall Recommended Reading SEXTON C., (2002) E-Commerce and Security , Digital Press BARNES S, HUNT B., (2000) E-Commerce and V-Business , Butterworth-Heineman Required Equipment None 100% Coursework Module Mark must be at least 40%

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A105MS: Introductory Engineering Mathematics Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary In common with all engineering mathematics modules, this module aims to demonstrate the importance of mathematics to a study of engineering and to equip students studying it with mathematical skills appropriate for an engineer. As this is a level 1 module, the main intended learning outcomes relate to the acquisition of mathematical skills. More emphasis on the application of these skills is given in higher level engineering mathematics modules. Intended Module Learning Outcomes The intended learning outcomes are that, on completion of the module, the student should be able to : 1. 2. 3. 4. solve problems using arithmetic and algebra; sketch and use elementary functions; apply trigonometric functions to problems involving triangles; calculate simple derivatives and integrals and apply them to problems in engineering Single 200 None. None

Indicative Content Arithmetic Natural numbers, integers, rationals, irrationals and reals. Decimal notation, fractions and conversion between them. Percentages. Scientific form. Rounding by decimal places and significant figures. Arithmetic with fractions. Integer and fractional powers. Conversion of units (e.g. km/h -> m/s). Brackets and order of preference. Factorials. Algebra Evaluating formulas. The summation sign. Algebraic fractions. Expanding brackets and factorization. Laws of indices. Manipulating equalities, change of subject, solving equations in 1 variable. Solving quadratics using factorization, completion of the square and the quadratic solution formula. Equation of a circle. Inequalities. Polynomials. Remainder and factor theorems. Polynomial division. Partial fractions. Binomial theorem for integer and rational exponents. Pascals triangle. Finite arithmetic and geometric progressions. Compound interest. Solving up to 3 linear equations in 3 unknowns using substitution and elimination methods. Geometry Area and circumference of a circle. Degrees and radians. Area of a triangle. Pythagorass theorem. Trigonometric functions (for real arguments) and application to right-angled triangles. Sine and cosine rules. Trigonometric identities. Inverse and reciprocal trigonometric functions. Graphs and Functions Concept of a function. Inverse functions. f(x) notation. Straight line graphs. Graphs of quadratics and cubics. Exponential and logarithmic functions and their graphs. Graphs of standard trigonometric functions. Graphical solution of 2 linear equations in 2 unknowns. Regions for simultaneous linear inequalities. Curves, e.g. circles and ellipses. Implicit formulas. Parametric equations.

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Introductory Calculus Concept of a derivative as slope of tangent. Derivative of mx+c. Graphical estimation. Derivative of x^n. Linearity. Derivative of polynomials. Derivatives of standard functions using tables. Applications, e.g. rate of change problems. Concept of definite integral as the limit of a sum. Indefinite integrals and the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus. Integration of x^n. Linearity. Integration of polynomials. Integration of standard functions using tables. Teaching and Learning The module is delivered by a combination of lectures, tutorials and guided study. The tutorials allow the students to practise appropriate techniques and develop their mathematical skills and to receive support and input from members of academic staff. Method Of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) Assessment is by three phase tests (30%, 35%, 35%) of 1 hour duration. Each intended learning outcome will be assessed in at least one phase test. Concessionary pass in 105MS from a study of 103MS: Subject to eligibility, a student who fails 103MS but obtains 40% in Section A of the 103MS tests will be awarded a concessionary pass in 105MS. Re-assessment : New test covering all intended learning outcomes.

Assessment Composition of module mark: Pass requirements: Essential Reading Course material Recommended Reading Croft, A. Davison, R. (2006) 4th Edn. Foundation Maths. Harlow: Prentice Hall (ISBN 0131979213) Required Equipment Scientific Calculator 100% Test Module Mark must be at least 40%

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A105SE:Electrical and Electronic Engineering Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary The module introduces students to the basic concepts and principles used in Electrical and Electronic Engineering. The emphasis is on steady state d.c. circuit analysis and its use with appropriate models to investigate the characteristics of common electronic systems. Learning is enhanced through practical work and the use of computer circuit simulation. Intended Module Learning Outcomes The intended learning outcomes are that on completion of this module the student should be able to: 1. Discuss the different ways of generating and storing electrical energy. 2. Employ the fundamental concepts, laws and techniques used in d.c. circuit analysis. 3. Describe the behavior of simple Capacitor/Inductor circuits for d.c., a.c. and transient input conditions. 4. Identify circuit models for basic electronic components. 5. Use computer aidedsimulation software to implement circuit models and simulate the response of simple electronic systems. Indicative Content Electrical energy generation and storage The rotating voltage generator, energy conversion including fossil & bio fuels, nuclear fission & fusion, wind power, water power. Solar power. Energy storage: pumped schemes, fuel cells, secondary batteries, capacitors and inductors. Common secondary battery technologies and their characteristics. Basic circuit analysis Current, voltage, power and energy calculations. Resistance, resistivity and temperature coefficient calculations. Application of Ohms Law and Kirchhoffs Laws. Periodic waveforms, representation of sinewaves using phasors, average and r.m.s. values. Response of series resistor-capacitor & resistor-inductor circuits for step and a.c. inputs. First order frequency filter characteristics. Electronics Diode types, generic characteristics, graphical solution of diode circuits, large and small signal diode models. Power supplies, rectifiers, voltage regulators and capacitive smoothing. Bipolar Junction Transistor: input-output characteristics and simple large signal model. The BJT as a switching element. Bias circuits for a single stage transistor amplifier. Determination of gain using graphical techniques and d.c. models. Primitive logic gates and their terminal properties Amplifiers: general model, effects of source and load impedance on gain, cascade sections , amplifier specifications. The operational amplifier and common op-amp circuits. Single 168 None. None

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Teaching and Learning The module is taught primarily using: Activity Lectures Tutorials Laboratory Independent study Assessment activities Indicative Hours 24 8 16 90 50

Method Of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) Learning Outcomes 1 2 3 4 5

Assessment Coursework Laboratory assignments Coursework Problem based assignment Examination 2 hour unseen paper

Hours 10 15 20

Weighting 25% 25% 50%

Re-assessment is by new coursework and/or examination. Assessment Composition of module mark: Pass requirements: 50% Coursework and 50% Exam Coursework must be at least 35% and Exam must be at least 35% and Module Mark must be at least 40%

Essential Reading Module notes and resources Recommended Reading Books Edward Hughes, 2004. Electrical & Electronic Technology 9 ed., Harlow UK: Prentice Hall (ISBN 058240519 X). Edward Hughes, 2008. Electrical and Electronic Technology 10th Ed, Harlow UK: Pearson Prentice Hall (ISBN 978-0-13-206011-0) Weddy B M and Cory B J, 1998. Electric Power Systems 4th Ed: John Wiley & Sons Ltd. Sick F and Erge T, 1998. Photovoltaics in Buildings - A Design Hamdbook for Architects and Engineers. James and James Ltd. E Resources Karris S T, 2003. Circuit Analysis with MATLAB applications, Book, Eresource. Energy White Paper available at www.dti.gov.uk Standard handbook for Electrical Engineers(ELECTRONIC RESOURCE) New York;London:McGraw-Hill, c2007.
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A106CR:Designing for Usability 1 Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary This module introduces students to a set of increasingly challenging communication, interface and application design problems. Students are encouraged to respond creatively to the challenges through the techniques of participatory design, role play, domain integration and domain hopping, rapid prototype evaluation and contextual, task and user modelling. The module is delivered in a studio/workshop format with individual and team based design work culminating in plenary discussions and demonstrations. Lectures are used to summarise concepts and introduce research sources as they are (dis)covered. The module aims to enhance students awareness of creative generative techniques within a framework of user centred design methods and usability evaluation. The module does not take an application specific focus to design work. Rather, students are encouraged to assess technologies, applications and development methods as a toolkit for the generation of design solutions. Implicit in this approach is the need to encourage and support students exploration of the wide variety of technologies available to creative computing. Intended Module Learning Outcomes The intended learning outcomes are that on completion of this module the student should be able to: 1. Utilise a variety of tools and techniques for the generation of creative design solutions based on the PACT process of contextual design proposed by Benyon et. Al. including contextual modelling, technology scoping and rapid prototyping. 2. Describe the user-centred design process and its component phases, identifying the opportunities for user involvement and the methods of review and evaluation appropriate to each phase. 3. Demonstrate the preparation and conduct of a variety of usability evaluation methods in the development of design solutions including heuristic analysis, usability tests and cognitive walkthroughs. 4. Generate a range of prototype solutions, from low fidelity storyboards to partial high fidelity applications, to a variety of communication, interface and application design problems. Indicative Content Exploring creativity in interactive systems design. Role play, team techniques, interdisciplinary symposia, Brainstorming, rapid parallel prototyping and refinement, oblique and wildcard strategies, learning from science fiction. Envisionment. Maps and paths. Information spaces. Information spaces, information architecture and information design. Navigation of information space. Ubiquitous computing and distributed information. Navigation beyond the visual haptic and sound driven navigation. Psychological foundations for interactive systems design. Single 200 None. None

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Supporting single user interaction. Embodied, situated and distributed cognition. Memory, attention and mistakes. Affective computing and pleasure. User centred design process. People, activities, context and technologies (the PACT framework) Task, user and contextual modelling, participatory design. Elicitation and user participation techniques. Rapid prototyping and prototype evaluation. Usability evaluation in the design cycle. Rapid usability methods, heuristics and expert review, patterns and standards, accessibility evaluation, automated evaluation Teaching and Learning The module is taught primarily using: Activity Lectures Laboratory Independent Study Assessment activities Indicative Hours 25 25 150 All practical work undertaken in this module may count towards assessment.

Method Of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) Assessment A portfolio of practical work will be created during the running of the module. This will comprise of a series of small exercises along with larger projects which demonstrate that students can design and create multimedia productions. Students will also include relevant work from integrated assignments and any hobby projects they have created. Hours Weighting 100% Learning Outcomes 1 2 3

Re-assessment is by re-submission of amended coursework portfolio. Assessment Composition of module mark: 100% Coursework Pass requirements: Module Mark must be at least 40% Essential Reading Benyon D, Turner P and Turner S., (2005), Designing Interactive Systems, Pearson Recommended Reading Cato, John, (2001), User Centred Web Design, Addison Wesley Professional, London

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Steven Johnson, (1997), Interface Culture: How New Technology Transforms the Way We Create and Communicate, Harper Collins Donald A. Norman (2002), The Design of Everyday Things, New York Basic Books Kristof and Satran, (1995), Interactivity by Design, Adobe Press.

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A106KM: Business Analysis and Accounting Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary This module provides a broad and thorough introduction to accounting and quantitative methods for dealing with business problems. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On completion of this module the student should be able to: 1. Record basic business financial transactions accurately in a bookkeeping system and prepare a profit-and-loss account and balance sheet in good format for a sole trader, partnership, manufacturing organisation and limited company; 2. Explain the purposes and operation of the financial reporting framework for UK limited companies; 3. Apply and interpret output from a range of quantitative modelling techniques for tackling business decision-making problems; 4. Use spreadsheet software to perform modelling and analysis. Indicative Content Accounting and finance Purpose and nature of financial reports, definition of terms and principles, introduction to accounting standards, debits and credits of basic business transactions, trial balance, final accounts. Preparation of a profit-and-loss account and balance sheet for a sole trader, partnership, and limited company; Business finance; types of shares, appropriation of profits, sources of finance. Data analysis Types of data, data sources, graphical representation, tabulation, summary statistics, index numbers, correlation, simple linear regression; communication of quantitative information, use of spreadsheets, normal distribution, introduction to risk and expectation, compound interest, depreciation, discounting, present value, use of spreadsheets to solve problems. Teaching and Learning Principles and theory will be taught by means of lecture sessions interspersed through the module. Tutorial sessions will be run to enable students to put theory into practice via case studies. Method of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) Learning Outcomes 1 2 3 4 Single 200 None None

Assessment Coursework 1 (test in accounting) Coursework 2 (practical in quantitative methods)

Weighting 50% 50%

Re-assessment is by new coursework assignment/test

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Assessment Composition of module mark: Pass requirements: Essential Reading Hunt, D.N., Baker, B.M. And Tyrrell, S.E. (2006), Data and Decision Analysis, Mathematics Support Centre, Coventry University. Wood, F & Sangster A (2002), Business Accounting 1, 9 Edition, Financial Times/Prentice Hall Recommended Reading None Required Equipment Scientific calculator
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A106SE: Communications, Networks and Signals Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary This module covers introductory concepts in communication systems and networks. It provides a foundation for a more in-depth study of communications. The material covered includes an overview of developments in communications technology and networks. Intended Module Learning Outcomes The intended learning outcomes are that on completion of this module the student should be able to: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Discuss the development of communication networks and services Explain the basic concepts used in communication networks. Examine the distinguishing features of signals in the time and frequency domains. Compare and apply analogue modulation techniques. Identify causes of signal degradation and solve basic problems involving noise. Single 200 None. None

Indicative Content Communications networks and services. Digital transmission, pulse code modulation, switching, signalling and multiplexing. PSTN and access networks. Radio systems. LAN, MAN and WAN. Network topologies. Introduction to TCP/IP and applications including VoIP. Datagrams and virtual circuits. Routers and IP addresses. Introduction to communications signals Signals in time domain and frequency domain using MATLAB. Use of phasors and j notation for a.c. signals with application to series RL, RC, RLC circuits. Introduction to analogue modulation and frequency shifting: AM and FM. Signal impairments in communications: noise, distortion and interference. Teaching and Learning The module is taught primarily using: Activity Lectures Tutorials Laboratory Independent study Assessment activities Indicative Hours 40 10 15 90 45

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Method Of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) Learning Outcomes 1 2 3 4 5

Assessment Coursework (essay) Examination 2 hour unseen paper

Hours 25 20

Weighting 50% 50%

Re-assessment is by new coursework and/or examination. Assessment Composition of module mark: Pass requirements: 50% Coursework and 50% Exam Coursework must be at least 35% and Exam must be at least 35% and Module Mark must be at least 40%

Essential Reading None. Recommended Reading Goleniewski L, 2007, "Telecommunications Essentials", London 2nd Ed, Addison-Wesley. Hahn B, 2001, Essential MATLAB for Scientists and Engineers, 2 Heinemann.
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ed., Butterworth-

Smillie G, 1999, Analogue and Digital Communication Techniques, Butterworth-Heinemann. Required Equipment None.

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A110CT:Object-oriented Programming Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary This module promotes a methodical approach to application development using an object-oriented programming language such as Java. It includes coverage of basic procedural techniques in the context of object interaction, and explores the rationale for object-based program design and development. The overall aim is to equip students with the necessary understanding and skills for creating well-designed, fully tested and documented software. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On completion of this module the student should be able to: 1. Apply object-oriented design and programming principles in developing simple applications to meet stated requirements; 2. Specify, design, implement and test methods to provide required object behaviour; 3. Design and implement a simple textual user interface, and use it to verify correct operation of the application. 4. Document the overall program design, individual class methods and user interface. 5. Use an integrative development environment Indicative Content Object-oriented design and programming: Classes and objects as program building blocks; attributes and methods; public and private. Object construction and referencing; object interaction; the concept of state. Identifying design entities and mapping them to classes; simple use of inheritance; graphical depiction of program structure. Procedural programming: Primitive data types and strings; values and variables; operations and assignment; selection and iteration constructs; the concept of an algorithm. Informal specification, design and implementation of class methods; use of parameters. Introduction to data structures: Arrays of primitive and object types; simple array-based algorithms; introduction to data abstraction; use of linear collection classes provided by the language standard libraries. Program testing and documentation: Design and execution of test cases; tracing and debugging techniques; elements of good coding style; internal and external program documentation. User interface fundamentals: Separation of interface and business classes; principles of human-computer interaction; building simple menu-based and other textual user interfaces. Single 200 None None

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Teaching and Learning The indicative content will be delivered in an integrated way so that the different aspects of the module are brought together to reinforce each other. Lectures are used to present the basic factual material using suitable examples and problems. Laboratories provide students with their main source of support in the use of computer facilities and tools. Tutorials are used to provide additional class-based support. Resources required: PCs in scheduled and open-access labs; suitable integrated development environment for the chosen language (e.g. BlueJ for Java); UML diagramming software. Method Of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) The table below shows a typical assessment plan for the module. Assessment plans may vary from year to year. Assessment Programming assignments Class Tests Weighting 70% 30% Learning Outcomes 1 2 3 4 5 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

Programming assignments and class tests will collectively assess all learning outcomes. Assessment Composition of module mark: Pass requirements: Essential Reading Barnes D & Kolling M (2009), Objects First with Java - A Practical Introduction Using BlueJ, (4th ed) Prentice-Hall Recommended Reading Charatan Q. and Kans A. (2002), Java in Two Semesters, McGraw Hill Sestoft P. (2002), Java Precisely, MIT Press Riley, David D. (2002) The Object of Java: Introduction to programming using software engineering principles, Addision Wesley Deitel, Harvey M. and Deitel, Paul J. (2007) Java: How to Program, Prentice Hall Horstmann C (2005), Big Java (2nd ed), Wiley Required Equipment None 100% Coursework Module Mark must be at least 40%

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A116ECN: Introduction to Business Economics Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary This module aims to introduce students to the environment in which a business organisation operates and acquire knowledge of basic economic concepts. The module considers the market system and the competitive environment; the role of government; organisational features of business, and the national and international economic environment. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On completion of this module the student should be able to: 1. Demonstrate an understanding of the market system and the competitive environment within which a business operates, and the role of government. 2. Demonstrate an understanding of the macroeconomic environment within which a business operates, and the role of government. 3. Apply economic theory to business situations. 4. Develop an understanding of the organisational aspects of businesses and the basic principles of management. Indicative Content Introduction to the economic environment of business The business environment and structure of economic activity Consumers and firms in the market place Analysis of supply and demand, elasticity and their relevance to the business organisation Markets in action Costs of production faced by a business organisation The competitive environment Competitive, monopolistic and oligopolistic markets Competition policy Public sector. Privatisation, deregulation and contracting out Regulation Externalities and public policy The national environment Identification of the main macroeconomic variables; inflation, unemployment, economic growth, balance of payments National income; measurement and determination, circular flow of income and business The fiscal environment: taxation, public spending, the budget The monetary environment: inflation and monetary policy; the financial system Supply side policies v demand management Macroeconomic stabilisation, aggregate demand and supply Single 200 None None

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International environment Pattern of international trade, trade policy, globalisation, regional blocs International factor movements & role of multinationals Exchange rates and business Balance of payments Teaching and Learning There will be a series of lectures to introduce a topic, with students undertaking reading around the lecture material in order to cover sufficient material to complete the assessment. The emphasis is on students being responsible for working outside lectures and seminars. Seminars will be based on problem solving exercises, case studies and interactive computer packages. Method of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) Learning Outcomes Assessment Coursework 1 (two 30 minute tests) Coursework 2 (200 word group project) Examination (2 hours) Weighting 25% 25% 50% 1 2 3 4

Re-assessment: coursework component(s) and/or examination as appropriate Assessment Composition of module mark: Pass requirements: Essential Reading McDowell M, Tom R, (2006), Principles of Economics, McGraw-Hill. Recommended Reading None Required Equipment 50% Coursework and 50% Exam Coursework must be at least 35% and Exam must be at least 35% and Module Mark must be at least 40%

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A120CT:Computer Architecture Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary Practitioners in any field of computing should understand and appreciate the nature of the computer systems which carry out the functions they require in the wider context of their profession. They need a knowledge of the systems functions, main components and characteristics together with an appreciation of the performance and technical constraints which apply. This module introduces students to the nature of a computer system together with the hardware, system software and organisational factors required to make it function. During their study they will also encounter and appreciate a number of fundamental aspects of computer science which can be applied more generally throughout their course. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On completion of this module, a student should be able to: 1. Explain the application of computer architecture knowledge to a range of computer science activities. 2. Apply basic computational and logical operations to data in a range of common formats. Use Boolean logic and a range of representations to design and analyse fundamental elements and basic functional parts of a computer system. 3. Explain the structure, operation and sequencing of a simple processor detailing the data-flow and control elements, the interaction with low-level programs and the hard-wired control strategy. 4. Describe the purpose and basic features of an operating system and its role within a variety of computing systems and with a variety of input-output techniques, peripherals and storage devices. 5. Display knowledge of fundamental communications techniques, protocols and devices in single and networked systems. Indicative Content The context of Computer Systems Architecture: Introduction to the nature of computer systems and their historical development. The requirement for and application of domain knowledge in the wider context of computer science. The purpose of modeling and layered approaches. Machine level representation and manipulation of data: Introduction to number systems and binary, hexadecimal and octal representation of numbers, text and other data types. Appreciate the effects of various data representations. Logic design and fundamental elements: Boolean logic and its various depictions, design techniques and manipulations. Fundamental gates and functional elements. The nature and operation of a bus. Simple processor structure and operation: Single 200 None None

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Introduction to a simple processor design incorporating registers, an ALU, buses, memory and a control unit. Introduction to simple RTL and sequencing. Main memory organization and operations. Machine sequencing and low-level programs: Instruction formats and addressing modes. Machine code and assembly code. The machine code cycle and its representation in RTL. Control structures and decision taking. Control pattern sequences and the clock. Simple representation of a decoder. Interrelationships between low-level and high level programs: Comparison between low-level and high level languages and representation of simple control structures and data structures. Language translation. Basic input-output, peripherals and storage devices: I/O fundamentals: programmed and interrupt-driven I/O. DMA. External storage. Physical organization and performance features of drives and other major peripherals. The operating system: Introduction to operating system functions. Resource allocation and sharing. File system organisation. Multi-user systems and networks. Data communications and networks: Fundamentals of data communications in parallel, simple serial and network systems. LAN and WAN characteristics, media, devices, standards and performance. Application areas and standards for wired and wireless communication systems. Alternative systems architectures. Teaching and Learning The learning material will be presented as a combination of lectures and tutorials fully documented as a set of course notes and references. Computer-based learning and laboratory hands-on exercises will be used to extend understanding and give practical content. Method Of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) The table below shows a typical assessment plan for the module. Assessment plans may vary from year to year. Assessment Examination Portfolio of practical activities and tests Weighting 50% 50% Learning outcome 1 2 3 4 5 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

All Learning Outcomes will be assessed by means of coursework and/or examination. Practical aspects of learning outcomes may be assessed by means of a portfolio of practical activities which may involve tests in a laboratory setting.

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L. Peterson, B Davie, (2003) Computer Networks, a Systems Approach 3rd edition, Morgan Kaufmann Frank Vahid, (2006) Digital Design, Wiley Nisan and Schocken, (May 2005) The Elements of Computing Systems Required Equipment None MIT Press

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A122KM: Business Skills Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary The module is designed to promote proficiency in study skills, inter-personal skills, and technical business skills by the individual working alone and as part of a group. It will also encourage students to develop and apply a range of basic transferable skills in the process of problem identification and solution in a business organisation, and will integrate several of the topics of study encountered in their level 1 programme. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On completion of this module a student should be able to: 1. Plan tasks and work effectively, both individually and as a member of a team, to meet deadlines. 2. Acquire, analyse, and present business information, options and ideas. 3. Organise and carry out, individually and as part of a team, the production of a report which involves the application of analytical skills to organise information and the use of design skills to present a document. 4. Use effective methods of personal communication in written and oral forms with particular reference to a business environment. 5. Construct a simple business plan which applies a knowledge of the main functions within a business organisation. Indicative Content Planning and Working Effectively: Study patterns; study skills, notetaking, use of a library, use of lectures, approaching revision and examinations. Time management; planning tasks; work schedules. Preparing assignments, using case studies. Data Collection, Analysis, and Presentation: Range of available sources, primary and secondary data. Use of the library as a business data source to gather, organise, analyse and present information across a range of industries and businesses. Business reports, government statistics, on-line databases. Effective extraction and summarising of information. Primary data collection methods; types of survey, questionnaires, interviewing techniques, analysis of survey data, examples from marketing research. Report Writing: Deciding terms of reference, structure of a report, writing an introduction, sequencing information, writing conclusions and recommendations, attributing sources, compiling a bibliography, preparing an executive summary. Oral Communication and Presentation: Structure of a presentation, designing and using visual aids, audience contact and response, framing and answering oral questions. Meetings; structure, organisation, negotiating skills. Advertising and publicity, role of the media. Single 200 None None

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Planning Skills: Writing a business plan for an enterprise. Purpose, position statement, environmental analysis, simple marketing plan, simple financial estimates, business controls. Negotiation skills: Teaching and Learning Lecture and video based material will be supported by exercises and group discussions. Much of the work is student-centred involving practical work applying the skills introduced in lectures through library exercises (data sources), analysis of case studies (report evaluation), presentations (business plan), and group work. Presentations will involve peer and self assessment. Method of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) Assessment Information Gathering (Individual) Business plan (Group with individual parts) Presentation (Group) Weight 1 20% 60% 20% Learning Outcomes 2 3 4

For a failed module, any component with a mark less than 40% must be re-assessed. Assessment Composition of module mark: Pass requirements: Essential Reading None Recommended Reading Parker, D (1994) Tackling Coursework, DPP Barrow, C et al (2005) The Business Plan Workbook, Kogan Page. Cameron, S (2006), The Business Student's Handbook: Learning Skills for Study and rd Employment, 3 Edition, FT-Prentice Hall Woolcott, LA and Unwin, WR (1983), Mastering Business Communication, Macmillan Northedge, A (2005), The Good Study Guide, Open University Targett, D (1986), Coping with Numbers, Blackwell Forsyth, P and Madden, D (2005), Business Communications, ICSA

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A123KM: Business Information Systems Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary This module develops the essential hands-on information technology skills required by business managers for decision-making and solving business problems. The integration of such applications, and the sharing and exchange of data between them are explored. Information system support for the different business functions are highlighted. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On completion of this module the student should be able to: 1. Use a range of information technology techniques in the individual working environment 2. Describe the way in which information technology supports the operation of the major business functions 3. Evaluate the role played by systems serving the various levels of management in a business and their relationship to each other 4. Demonstrate how the Internet and Internet technology support communication and ebusiness processes Indicative Content Information Technology Infrastructure IT infrastructure, hardware and software; managing data resources, corporate databases and information management; telecommunications, the internet and wireless technology. Enterprisewide computing. IT Skills for Improving Personal Productivity Document preparation and management; data management using spreadsheets; simple databases; effective use of distributed systems and networks; support for cooperative working practices, email; information access, web-browsers. Information Systems in the Digital Age How businesses use information systems; information system support for sales and marketing, manufacturing and production, finance and accounting, and human resources. Achieving competitive advantage with information systems. Information support for different levels of decision making, information as an organisational resource. Teaching and Learning The module will employ a variety of methods (formal lectures, tutorials and seminars) as appropriate, with an emphasis on practical work in laboratories and case-study discussion in seminars. Single 200 None None

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Method of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) Learning Outcomes 1 2 3 4

Assessment Coursework 1 (skills exercises) Coursework 2 (problem solving) Re-assessment is by a new coursework Assessment Composition of module mark: Pass requirements: Essential Reading

Weighting 40% 60%

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A124MS: Logic and Sets Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary Logic and sets provide the basis on which much of mathematics is built. This module provides an introduction to the basic notions of logic and set, and then builds on that by applying these ideas to a variety of problems arising in discrete and combinatorial mathematics. Intended Module Learning Outcomes The intended learning outcomes are that on completion of this module the student should be able to: 1. 2. 3. 4. Use propositional logic for analysing and reasoning about statements. Use sets, functions and relations as a modelling tool. Use graphs and trees in applied contexts. Apply algorithms to a variety of problems including sorting and searching and packing. Single 200 None None

Indicative Content Propositional Calculus Statements, connectives, truth value. Truth tables. Formal proof. Sets and Functions Subset, combinations of sets including Cartesian product. Venn diagrams, membership tables. Functions, domain and codomain, classification. Composition and inverse. Relations, equivalence relations, partial orders. Predicate calculus Existential and universal quantifiers. Proofs in predicate calculus (reading). Informal Proof. Proof sketches. Proof by induction. Applications to maths, applications to computer science Algebra Congruences (leading to public key cryptography, digital signatures, design of statistical experiments) Graph Theory Graphs: connectivity, routing. Trees: Huffman codes, heapsort. Algorithms Intractable problems, heuristic algorithms, eg bin packing. Analysing algorithms: correctness and termination.

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Teaching and Learning The module is taught primarily using: Activity Lectures Tutorials Laboratory Computer based learning Independent study Assessment activities Indicative Hours 25 25 0 0 110 40 Further comments

Note: the lecture/tutorial split is nominal. Weekly activities will include lectures, problem sessions, and surgery, in proportions which may vary from week to week as appropriate. Method Of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) Learning Outcomes 1 2 3 4

Assessment Coursework 1 Coursework 2 Examination 2 hour unseen paper

Hours 10 10 20

Weighting 25% 25% 50%

Re-assessment is by new coursework and/or examination. Assessment Composition of module mark: 50% Coursework and 50% Exam Coursework must be at least 35% and Exam must be at least 35% Pass requirements: and Module Mark must be at least 40% Essential Reading Lecture notes taken in class. Recommended Reading Biggs, N.L., (2002) 2nd Edn. Discrete Mathematics. Oxford University Press Giannasi, F., Low, R., (1995) Essential Maths for Computing and IT. Longman Johnsonbaugh, R., (2005) 6th Edn. Discrete Mathematics. Pearson/Prentice Hall Required Equipment None

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A200CT: Professional Skills and Group Project Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary This module provides the means by which an extended group project is carried out. It also provides reinforcement of the professional, ethical and legal aspects of computer science, personal skills development and an introduction to project management. It prepares honours students for their final year project by introducing theory to the project planning skills necessary to succeed with a project. It also provides further opportunity for personal and communication skills development particularly in relation to working in a team environment. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On successful completion of the module students will be able to: 1. work both individually and particularly within teams, to deadlines and to show evidence of planning within both time and personal constraints. 2. demonstrate an understanding of the role of computerised information systems to provide useful and useable facilities 3. apply the appropriate methods, depending on the type of project, for analysis, design and development of computer-based systems. 4. apply professional and interpersonal skills so as to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, in all relevant situations. Apply an understanding of professional requirements (esp Codes of Conduct) and a professional manner of working to their groupwork 5. demonstrate an understanding of the ethical, legal and sustainability issues (encompassing reference to economic, social and environmental aspects) affecting a computer based system and its development. Indicative Content Project Management Techniques: Individual time management, control of meetings, progress monitoring, planning tools, estimation, scheduling, risk management, resource allocation. Professional Aspects: Ethics and ethical issues related to the profession, professional bodies and Codes of Conduct. Introduction to legal issues relating to IT such as data protection, freedom of information, computer misuse, software copyright and Health and Safety issues. Introduction to sustainability concerns: ie awareness of the relationships between economic, social and environmental issues as they apply to the IT industry Personal Skills Development: Oral communication, report writing, effective presentations. Group dynamics. Project development skills: Practical development of skills of project development from initial project definition, based on a topic scenario, through specification, analysis, design, development and evaluation. Single 200 None

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Teaching and Learning The content in project management techniques and professional aspects are `front weighted' at the beginning of the course. The major part of the learning is experiential and arises from the carefully chosen and monitored group project. Method Of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) The table below shows a typical assessment plan for the module. Assessment plans may vary from year to year. Assessment Weighting Learning outcome 1 2 3 Y Y 20% Y Y Y

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A201KM: Group Project Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary This module develops further students abilities to undertake personal development planning. It aims to provide an understanding of the practical and professional issues associated with the formulation and adoption of information technology solutions to business problems, and to demonstrate the need for formal planning and management in the development of information technology projects. It will further the development of business and inter-personal skills, including project planning and group management skills, and provide an understanding of the human aspects of the management of change. These skills will also be directed towards the preparation of a successful honours project. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On completion of this module the student should be able to: 1. Demonstrate an ability to work both individually and within teams to deadlines, show evidence of planning within both time and personal constraints, and apply professional and interpersonal skills so as to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. 2. Explain appropriate methods for the analysis and specification of information processing systems, the role of computerised information systems to achieve the needs of business and other organisations. 3. Explain how ethical and legal issues affect a computer based system and its development, and how they should be addressed in a professional manner. 4. Demonstrate understanding of the requirements of potential future employers and institutions offering postgraduate study, and to formulate medium term plans for enhancing their employability and academic development. Indicative Content Organisational Change and Project Management Theories of organisational change and development Techniques and procedures for project management Professional Aspects Ethical and legal issues within the IT environment Risk analysis System and information security Team working Postgraduate employment and study Oral and written communication Report writing Presentation preparation and delivery Teaching and Learning The module will employ a variety of methods (formal lectures, informal tutorials and interactive use of the module web) as appropriate. Single 200 Pre-requisite Modules: 101KM or 102KM or 103KM or 104KM or equivalent None

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Method Of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) Assessment Group Project Reflective analysis Weighting 70% 30% Learning Outcomes 1 2 3 4

Re-assessment is by new coursework covering all learning outcomes Assessment Composition of module mark: 100% Coursework Pass requirements: Module Mark must be at least 40% Essential Reading Course study guide MULLINS, L.J., 2004. Management and Organisational Behaviour (7th Edition), UK: FT-Prentice Hall (ISBN 0273688766) Recommended Reading None Required Equipment None

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A202SE: Microcomputer Systems Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary The aim of this module is to undertake detailed study of microprocessor systems architectures, interfacing and modern systems programming. It includes selection of appropriate microprocessor equipment for a specific task. It also enables students to program a microprocessor to perform a function involving interfacing, within a simulator environment. Intended Module Learning Outcomes The intended learning outcomes are that on completion of this module the student should be able to: 1. Describe in detail the hardware features of microprocessor system architectures. 2. Design and implement software programs for microprocessors using C/C++ specification and design flow. 3. Use interfacing methods to enable microprocessors to communicate with an external hardware system. 4. Use modern Integrated Development Environments to support the design flow. Indicative Content HARDWARE FEATURES OF MICROPROCESSOR ARCHITECTURES a) Architectural analysis of microprocessor systems architecture: Study of Von Neumann architecture, Harvard and modified Harvard architectures, Flynns classification of multiprocessor architectures, Complex and Reduced Instruction Set Architectures, digital signal processors and buses. How to choose a processor architecture for an application. Examples using typical devices (microcontroller 6812 and PC (Personal Computer) architecture). Timing and latency issues. Choice of a software language for an application. PC Chipsets. b) Functional hardware units: Central processor unit design: Arithmetic and Logic Unit (ALU), accumulators, registers, register orthogonality, instruction sets and formats, high level language support. Memory units: primary and secondary memory, RAM (Random Access memory), ROM (Read Only Memory), EEPROM (Electrically Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory), NVRAM (Non-Volatile Random Access Memory), cache, memory maps, direct memory access (DMA), influence of modern fabrication methods. DESIGN AND IMPLEMENT MICROPROCESSOR PROGRAMS Specification and design flow, programming, design and implementation examples for input/output (I/O) applications, using task-oriented C that uses C++ objects when necessary, within a simulator environment. DESIGN INTERFACING METHODS Definition of ports: parallel, serial, USB (Universal Serial Bus), analogue, communications and Single 200 104SE or equivalent None

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Assessment Coursework 1 design based C/C++ interfacing assignment Examination 2 hour unseen paper

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A203KM: Information Systems Development Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary This module builds on basic ideas of information systems and equips the student with a more detailed knowledge of the main techniques employed in the object-oriented approach to Information Systems Development. It considers ways in which user involvement and CASE tools can improve the development process. It also extends the students knowledge of relevant Internet technologies, such as Internet security, web development, distributed objects and client/server architecture. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On completion of this module the student should be able to: 1. Demonstrate a familiarity with a variety of tools and techniques that can be used with 'OO' methodologies and an understanding of such tools and techniques associated with other methodologies. 2. Apply appropriate techniques to capture and analyse business information. 3. Develop relevant analysis and design models for business scenarios using a CASE tool. 4. Design and implement a web-based application connected to a simple database. Indicative Content Review of Methodologies: Problems in IS development; review of O/O approach; comparison of alternative approaches. Role and utilisation of CASE tools, Requirements Capture and Requirements Analysis User Involvement; relating systems to business objectives; requirements modelling and refinement (Use Case Diagrams, object interactions; specifying operations and control). Design Aspects of design and their use by systems analysts; design strategy using patterns; HCI issues; data management; evaluating designs; refinement of analysis models to include design considerations. Internet Technology Distributed systems concepts and practical use of client/server scripting languages such as Active Server Pages and JavaScript; introduction to Internet Security issues. Teaching and Learning The module will be delivered using lectures, tutorials and laboratory sessions, with emphasis on student-centred learning through directed reading and practical exercises. Realistic case studies or actual business examples will be used for illustrative purposes and for exercises. The module uses appropriate server facilities (a web server with current technology, database of sufficient capacity and with appropriate access). In addition suitable client side facilities are part of the normal student workstation provision Single 200 Pre-requisite Modules:(104KM or 105KM) or equivalent None

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Method of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) Learning Outcomes 2 3

Assessment Coursework 1 Modelling using Case Study Coursework 2 Practical Internet Technology Exercise Examination

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A203SE: Analogue Electronics Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary This module aims to provide students with a broad knowledge and understanding of analogue electronics. It covers the essentials of analogue circuit design using operational amplifiers and to a lesser extent the design of amplifiers using discrete transistors. Essential circuit theory is included in the module to support the required analysis skills. Intended Module Learning Outcomes The intended learning outcomes are that on completion of this module the student should be able to: 1. State the limitations of voltage operational amplifiers and predict how these limitations effect performance. 2. Extend the application of voltage amplifiers into areas such as instrumentation, filters, oscillators and non-linear circuits. 3. Describe the operation of field-effect transistors both qualitatively and quantitatively. 4. Analyse transistor amplifiers using small signal models. Indicative Content Circuit Analysis Simple ac (alternating current) circuits using complex notation. Dependent sources. Network theorems: Thevenin, Norton and superposition. Two-port networks: basic concept, Z and Y parameters. Voltage Operational Amplifier Limitations Max output, saturation, input and output resistance, offset voltage, bias and offset currents, common mode rejection, frequency response, gain-bandwidth product, slew rate. Analysis of opamp limitations on circuit performance. Operational Amplifier Applications Amplifiers: difference & instrumentation amplifiers. Op-amp switching circuits: comparators, window comparator, Schmitt trigger, astable multivibrators, sine wave oscillators. MOSFET Transistors Qualitative operation and device characteristics. dc (direct current) large signal and ac (alternating current) small signal models. Transistor Amplifiers Bias circuits and dc analysis. Small signal equivalent circuits and ac analysis. Calculation of frequency response. Frequency Filters st st nd Filter types, approximations and specification. Passive 1 order structures, 1 and 2 order active filters. Switched capacitor concept. Single 200 105SE or equivalent None

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Teaching and Learning Method of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) Learning Outcomes 1 2 3 4

Assessment Coursework 1 design based CAD assignment Examination 2 hour unseen paper

Hours 25 20

Weighting 50% 50%

Re-assessment is by new coursework and/or examination. Assessment Composition of module mark: Pass requirements: 50% Coursework and 50% Exam Coursework must be at least 35% and Exam must be at least 35% and Module Mark must be at least 40%

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A204KM: Data Management and Operational Research Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary This module adopts a practical approach to data management and operational research. It introduces techniques and/or methods for identifying data sources, for searching efficiently, and for the collection, classification, representation, interpretation and analysis of data retrieved. Some techniques and applications associated with a broad range of areas of OR and logistics are covered. The module aims to provide students with an insight into both the use of the techniques and some of the underpinning theory. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On completion of this module the student should be able to: 1. Explain various methods of data collection for diverse uses, retrieve data from a variety of sources, and manipulate, edit and validate data presented in a variety of formats. 2. Design, conduct, analyse, report and critically evaluate a small-scale sample survey. 3. Model a range of situations suitable for analysis by OR methods, solve a range of business decision problems using appropriate software, analyse the output, and interpret the results in context 4. Explain the basic ideas behind a range of OR techniques and summarise their underlying assumptions and limitations Indicative Content Data Definitions; the use of data in business; standards; data administration; data quality, Identification of sources, relevance and access, e.g. government statistics, ESRC archive, financial and business statistics; accessing and using data sources via libraries, The Internet and other methods as appropriate. Practical Primary Data Collection and Analysis Experiments and surveys, questionnaire design, sampling strategies. tools and techniques; analysis of data from a small scale survey and effective communication of the findings. Linear Programming History and nature of OR investigations, Linear programming: formulation, use of computer software (e.g. LINDO), basic Simplex algorithm, duality, sensitivity analysis, Transportation algorithm, applications such as scheduling and data envelopment analysis. Inventory Control Models Continuous review situations; derivation and application of EOQ formulae for deterministic models; simple extensions to cover lead time and stochastic situations, fuzzy inventory models. Forecasting Simple seasonal models, exponential smoothing Simulation Probability distributions, simple spreadsheet models. Single 200 Pre-requisite Modules:(103KM or 106KM) or equivalent None

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Teaching and Learning Lectures reinforced by seminars and lab sessions will be used as appropriate. In the laboratory sessions extensive use will be made of appropriate software. Method of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) Learning Outcomes 1 2 3 4

Assessment Coursework - data collection and analysis Examination - operational research

Weighting 50% 50%

For a failed module, any component with a mark less than 40% must be reassessed. Assessment Composition of module mark: 50% Coursework and 50% Exam Coursework must be at least 35% and Exam must be at least Pass requirements: 35% and Module Mark must be at least 40% Essential Reading Winston, W., Operations Research: Applications & Algorithms, (4th Edition), Duxbury, 2004 Recommended Reading Grove et Al 2004. Introduction to Survey Methodology: John Lilley and Sons Inc. (ISBN 0471483486) Louis, M.Rea, Richard A.Parker., 1997. Designing and Conducting Survey Research: A Comprehensive Guide: Jossey Bass Wiley. (ISBN 078790810X) Makridakis, S., Wheelwright, S.C. and Hundman, R.J., Forecasting, Methods and Applications, 3rd edition, John Wiley & Sons, Inc.1998. Moser CA and Kalton G.,1993. Survey Methods in Social Investigation: Heinemann (ISBN 1855214725) Wiliams, H.P., and H. Chichester, P., Model building in mathematical programming, Wiley, 1999. Required Equipment Scientific calculator

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A204SE: Digital Electronics Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary The module aims to impart the technical skills needed to design contemporary sequential logic circuits as employed in a wide variety of electronic products. Classical state machine design techniques are presented together with a modern design flow employing a VHDL tool set. Intended Module Learning Outcomes The intended learning outcomes are that on completion of this module the student should be able to: 1. 2. 3. 4. Analyse and design synchronous sequential systems. Analyse and design asynchronous sequential systems. Model digital systems for simulation and synthesis using VHDL. Employ contemporary CAD tools to implement synchronous sequential logic designs on hardware. Single 200 104SE or equivalent None

Indicative Content Synchronous Sequential Systems Block diagram models for combinational and sequential logic. Synchronous and asynchronous operational paradigms. Mealy and Moore output models and realisation. State diagram and state table descriptions of system behaviour. System minimization using implication charts. State variable assignment. Excitation maps for flip-flop input functions. Practical implementation and performance. Asynchronous Sequential Systems Advantages and disadvantages of asynchronous operation. Definition of a fundamental mode asynchronous system. Stable and unstable states. System description using flow tables and asynchronous state diagrams. Implementation using transition maps for discrete logic gates. VHDL Syntax and semantics of VHDL (Very high speed integrated circuit Hardware Description Language). Entities and architectures. Sequential and concurrent statements. Design reuse with libraries and packages. Procedures and functions. Test benches using tabular algorithmic and file input/output approaches. FPGA Design Tools and Application Hardware targets for VHDL synthesis: complex programmable logic devices, field programmable gate arrays and custom silicon. Design flows: schematic and text entry, compilation, simulation, synthesis, stimulus and waveform processing. Timing and test tools. Design VHDL for medium scale sequential functions. Use of IP (intellectual property) for large scale logic system implementation.

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Teaching and Learning Method of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) Learning Outcomes 1 2 3 4

Assessment Coursework VHDL design based CAD assignment Examination 2 hour unseen paper

Hours 20 20

Weighting 50% 50%

Re-assessment is by new coursework and/or examination. Assessment Composition of module 50% Coursework and 50% Exam mark: Coursework must be at least 35% and Exam must be at least 35% and Pass requirements: Module Mark must be at least 40%

Essential Reading Module notes and resources available on CUOnline Pedroni V.A. (2004). Circuit Design with VHDL. MIT Press Recommended Reading ROTH, C. H., 1998. Digital system design using VHDL, Boston, MA: PWS Publishing Company (ISBN 053495099x) YALAMANCHILI, S., 2001. Introductory VHDL: from simulation to synthesis, Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall (ISBN 0130809829) CHANG, K. C., 1997. Digital design and modeling with VHDL and synthesis, Los Alamitos, CA: IEEE Computer Society Press (ISBN 0818677163) Required Equipment None.

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A205KM: Management and Organisational Behaviour Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary The module aims to provide an understanding of the practical and professional issues associated with organisational behaviour and how these relate to effective management practice. The module demonstrates the application of behavioural science within the workplace and emphasises the role of management as a core integrating activity. It will provide an understanding of the human aspects of the management of change. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On completion of this module the student should be able to: 1. Demonstrate a critical knowledge of important areas of theory relevant to the study of organisations. 2. Assess the need for effective management within an organisation and propose appropriate tactics and strategies for improving performance 3. Assess practical and professional issues associated with organisational behaviour and how these relate to the effectiveness of an organisation. 4. Recommend an appropriate strategy for implementing change in an organisation Indicative Content Organisational Behaviour The nature of organisational behaviour, approaches to organisation and management, the nature of organisations, organisational goals, strategy and responsibilities. The nature of work groups and teams, job satisfaction and work performance, human resource management, resourcing the organisation The Role of the Manager The nature of management, managerial behaviour and effectiveness, the nature of leadership, individual differences, the nature of learning, the process of perception, work motivation and rewards Organisational Structures and Performance Organisational structure and design, patterns of structure and work organisation, technology and organizations. Organisational control and power, organisational development (culture, conflict and change), management development and organisational effectiveness. Organisational Change Theories of organisational change and development, role of human resource management, planning for technological innovation, impact on the individual, needs of the individual, training, organisational responses. Single 200 Pre-requisite Modules:102KM or equivalent None

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Teaching and Learning The module will employ a variety of methods (formal lectures, informal tutorials and interactive use of the module web) as appropriate. Method of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) Learning Outcomes Assessment Coursework 1 Coursework 2 (change strategy) Weighting 60% 40% 1 2 3 4

Re-assessment is by an individual report based on a case study and covering all learning outcomes Assessment Composition of module mark: Pass requirements: Essential Reading Mullins, L. J. (2005), Management and Organisational Behaviour (7th Edition), FT-Prentice Hall Recommended Reading Robbins, S P and Coulter, M (2005), Management (7 Edition), Prentice Hall International Required Equipment None
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A206SE: Communications and Networks Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary This module introduces digital transmission, the typical channels over which digital signals are communicated and how these signals are processed. The main elements of communication networks are introduced together with the protocols associated with them. Intended Module Learning Outcomes The intended learning outcomes are that on completion of this module the student should be able to: 1. Investigate the operation of communications networks. 2. Demonstrate synchronization, flow control, error control, routing and connection management. 3. Analyse transmission systems. 4. Explain and analyse baseband and passband digital signals. Indicative Content Networks: SDH: Add-drop multiplexers and resilience. Link layer protocols: error control and flow control: MAC and LLC in Ethernet, HDLC, Frame Relay and ATM. Network Layer protocols: IP networks: address resolution, subnetting. Routing and routing algorithms, e.g. RIP, OSPF. Transport layer protocols: TCP connection management (establishment and termination, flow control). Transmission media: Transmission lines. Optical fibres: transmitters, receivers and types of fibre. Radio: antennas and free-space propagation. Noise temperature and losses. Digital Transmission and signals: Hartley-Shannon Law. Line coding. Binary digital modulation. Fourier components of signals. Filters: impulse response and frequency response. Teaching and Learning Method Of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) Learning Outcomes 1 2 3 4 Single 200 105MS and 106SE or equivalent None

Assessment Coursework (practical) Examination 3 hour unseen paper

Hours 15 30

Weighting 30% 70%

Re-assessment is by new coursework and/or examination. Assessment Composition of module mark: Pass requirements: 30% Coursework and 70% Exam Coursework must be at least 35% and Exam must be at least 35% and Module Mark must be at least 40%

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Essential Reading Lecture Notes Recommended Reading Smillie, G, 1999, Analogue and Digital Communication Techniques, London Arnold (ISBN: 0340731257) Required Equipment None.

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A207KM: Supply Chain and Logistics Management Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary The module will enable students to develop an understanding of the fundamental principles and concepts of supply chain management (SCM). Objectives of efficient SCM include achieving high productivity, high quality and seamless transfer between stages of the design and build process, and efficient delivery to the customer. Students will gain an insight into the roles of professionals in a supply chain. The module will also describe a range of practical and effective measures for competitive supply chain management. Students will also develop an understanding of the wider implications of SCM on society, the environment, and effects of globalisation. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On completion of this module the student should be able to: 1. Examine and show an understanding of supply chain management, enterprise integration and logistics management. 2. Identify the system requirements of improving a traditional supply chain with Lean and Collaboration concepts. 3. Recognise the wider implications of SCM on society, the environment, and globalisation. 4. Demonstrate techniques to enable the effective control of a supply chain. Indicative Content Concepts of Supply Chain management Introduction to the integrated nature of Supply Chain Management. Importance of networks and communication and the concept of the value chain. Application of Lean, Agile and JIT systems in manufacturing & services and collaboration concepts in the supply chain. Contrast with traditional push manufacturing techniques Materials Management Management of Inventory in supply networks. Concept of Outsourcing (make or buy?) and importance of supply chain partnerships. Purchasing Strategy and Practices and their effect on materials management and plant location. Distribution Management Importance of customer expectation on distribution management. Role of warehousing in consolidation of goods and services. Modes of transport and effect of speed, cost and reliability. Effect of networking and mobile technologies on distribution systems. Globalisation of the supply chain Role of integrated information systems including CRM, MRP, DRP and ERP. Environmental and social issues regarding globalisation. Benchmarking and control of global supply chains. Teaching and Learning Principles and theory will be taught by means of lecture sessions interspersed through the module. Tutorial sessions will be run to enable students to put theory into practice via case studies. Single 200 Pre-requisite Modules:(102KM or 104KM or 105KM) or equivalent None

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Method of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) Learning Outcomes 1 2 3 4

Assessment Coursework an individual written assignment Examination 2 hour unseen paper

Weighting 50% 50%

For a failed module, any component with a mark less than 40% must be reassessed. Assessment Composition of module mark: 50% Coursework and 50% Exam Coursework must be at least 35% and Exam must be at least Pass requirements: 35% and Module Mark must be at least 40% Essential Reading None Recommended Reading Waller, D., 2003. Operations Management: A Supply Chain Approach (2nd Edition), London, UK: International Thompson Business (ISBN 1861528035) Christopher, M., 2005. Logistics and Supply Chain Management (3rd Edition), London, UK: FT/Pitman (ISBN 0273630490 ) Taylor, D., & Brunt, D., 2002. Manufacturing Operations & Supply Chain Management, the Lean Approach, London, UK: Thomson (ISBN 1861526040) Slack, N., Chambers, S. and Johnson, R., 2004. Operations Management (4th Edition), London, UK: FT/Prentice-Hall (ISBN 0273646575) Bowersox, D. J. and Closs, D., 2002. Supply Chain Logistics Management, New York, USA: McGraw-Hill (ISBN 0071140700) Required Equipment None

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A208KM: Current Technologies Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Single 200 Pre-requisite Modules:(104KM and 105KM) or equivalent None

Aims and Summary This module seeks to provide the student with an appreciation of the fundamentals and nature and scope of current and emerging technologies. (For example: the Internet, multimedia, E&M commerce, pervasive and persuasive computing etc.). It explores the fundamental characteristics of contemporary technologies and their position and impact in the market place as well as society. The student will have an appreciation of the factors considered when developing and bringing technologies to the general population domain. Students will consider how technologies are used and applied to the marketplace. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On completion of this module the student should be able to: 1. Demonstrate sound understanding of the range of current and emerging contemporary technologies 2. Discuss the limitations of such technologies, and their nature, scope and impact. 3. Explain how to apply contemporary technologies to the market place. Indicative Content The nature of technologies Recent, current and emerging technologies, their characteristics and properties, and the underlying platforms, languages and systems that underpin the technologies. (E.g. wireless systems, digital broadcasting, multimedia, artificial intelligence, sensors, and in particular the internet and multimedia). The nature of innovation Defining innovation and contextualizing technology. The various viewpoints on the discipline of innovation, balancing the creative against the rational mind. Industrial applications The positioning and relationship between industry and technology. The nature of varying industries and trends in utilising contemporary technologies. The landscape of applications that contemporary technologies support. The supply chain and business rationale for technologies. Social, legal and ethical considerations The relationship between social views and their drive for innovation. Ethical positioning with regards to pushing the social boundaries that contemporary technologies challenge. Product development lifecycle The various stages of inception of a contemporary technology supportive product through to deployment of that product into the market place. The issues and considerations, the triggers and blockers. Emergent trends The future and emerging technologies and their impact. Analysing impediments and triggers for the realization of these technologies and their supportive applications in the market place.

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Teaching and Learning The module will employ a variety of methods (formal lectures, informal tutorials and interactive use of the module web) as appropriate. Whenever possible, practical work in laboratories will be used to provide hands-on experience of operating systems and application software. Method of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) Learning Outcomes 1 2 3

Assessment Coursework 1 Understanding and applying contemporary technologies Examination 2 hour unseen paper

Weight 50% 50%

For a failed module, any component with a mark less than 40% must be reassessed. Assessment Composition of module mark: Pass requirements: Essential Reading None Recommended Reading Trott, P., 2005. Innovation Management and New Product Development (3rd Edition), Prentice Hall (ISBN 0273686437) Drucker, P., 2002.The Discipline of Innovation, Harvard Business School (article) Jolly, V. K., Commercializing New Technologies: Getting From Mind To Market, 1997, Harvard Business School Press (ISBN 0875847609) Required Equipment None 50% Coursework and 50% Exam Coursework must be at least 35% and Exam must be at least 35% and Module Mark must be at least 40%

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A209SE: Electrical Engineering Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary The curriculum of this module covers topics associated with electrical engineering. These topics will include single phase and three phase circuits, transformers, motors and generators. Intended Module Learning Outcomes The intended learning outcomes are that on completion of this module the student should be able to: 1. Analyse and predict the behaviour of RLC circuits in response to transient and alternating voltage excitation 2. Analyse three phase circuits 3. Model magnetic and electric fields as found in common electrical devices e.g. the transformer 4. Specify motor characteristics and design features 5. Specify alternator characteristics and design feature. Indicative Content AC POWER Relationships between power, reactive power and apparent power factor, principle of conservation of power and reactive power, reactive power absorbed by capacitors and inductors, phasor representation, power factor correction. Analysis of series and parallel resonant circuits. Transient conditions in RLC circuits, modelling transients. Three Phase Circuits Balanced and unbalanced 3 phase circuits, 3 phase phasor representations; power calculations, summation of phase currents; effects of harmonic components, star to delta transformations. Magnetic and Electric Theory (overview) Electric flux, flux density, field strength, motive force, potential difference, field plotting, dielectric strength, example of insulator dielectric, forces within electric fields, permittivity. Magnetic, flux, flux density, field strength, potential difference, permeability, magnetic circuits, magnetic materials, saturation affects, B/H curve, magnetic forces between current carrying conductors, magneto-motive force. Transformers Principle of action, e.m.f equation, magnetic flux paths within the transformer, useful and leakage flux, equivalent circuit for transformer, efficiency, regulation, transformer tests, types of transformer, K rating. Motors and Generators Energy conversion process and energy balance. Synchronous machine andalternator. Induction motors, torque speed characteristic and slip. Cage and Slip ring motors Split phase and Shaded pole motors, efficiency, physical construction. Direct current machines, motors and generators, general types of machine, e.m.f equations, speed torque chararacteristics, efficiency etc. Physical construction of electrical machines e.g. stator and rotor design. Single 200 105SE or equivalent None

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Teaching and Learning Method of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) Learning Outcomes 1 2 3 4 5

Assessment Coursework - circuits and fields assignment Examination 3 hour unseen paper

Hours 20 20

Weighting 30% 70%

Re-assessment is by new coursework and/or examination. Assessment Composition of module 30% Coursework and 70% Exam mark: Coursework must be at least 35% and Exam must be at least 35% and Pass requirements: Module Mark must be at least 40%

Essential Reading Smith, Ian Mckenzie, and Hughes, Edward, Electrical & Electronic Technology, (8 Ed), Prentice Hall, ISBN 0582 40519 X Recommended Reading D P Kothari, 2002 Basic Electrical Engineering, Second Edition, ISBN 0-07-043589-8 Nagsarkar, T. K., and Sukhija, M. S., 2005 Basic Electrical Engineering, ISBN 0-19-567392-1 Required Equipment Scientific Calculator.

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A210CT: Advanced Programming Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary This module aims to give the student additional insight into object-oriented programming techniques, in the context of data abstraction, structures and algorithms. Inheritance patterns will be explored in implementing and reusing appropriate software components. A range of structured data types will be studied together with construction, traversal and manipulation methods, with appropriate emphasis on efficiency issues. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On completion of this module a student should be able to: 1. Employ the concepts of the object-oriented paradigm and the facilities provided by an objectoriented programming language to create robust implementations of a variety of linear and nonlinear abstract data types; 2. Identify and specify the abstract data types to be employed in creating a small software system, and implement these as new classes or by reusing existing classes; 3. Select and implement appropriate algorithms associated with abstract data types with due regard to their efficiency characteristics. Indicative Content Abstract Data Types: Review of the key concepts of abstract data types (ADTs), in particular as they relate to objectoriented programming. ADT Specification, Design and Implementation: Specification of ADTs employing design-by-contract principles and interfaces; implementation using an object-oriented programming language; generic ADTs and the use of inheritance and polymorphism in ADT implementation and/or reuse. Data Structures and Algorithms: Study of a variety of linear and non-linear data structures (e.g. lists, sets, trees, graphs); use of self-referential data structures and recursion. Algorithm Analysis and Efficiency: Basic ideas of run-time efficiency estimation; Big-O notation, simple algorithm analysis; application to searching, sorting and other algorithms. Advanced Object-Oriented Techniques: Class hierarchies and design patterns (e.g. collections, containers, iterators); construction of highlevel ADTs (e.g. table) and small applications using such data abstractions Teaching and Learning It is intended that this module will have a strong practical component, and the indicative content should not be viewed as a sequence of topics. In general theoretical concepts will be illustrated with concrete examples and new techniques will be introduced when required to support practice. Single 200 110CT or equivalent None

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The coursework associated with this module will require the student to demonstrate an ability to apply methods and techniques as well as the ability to understand concepts. Resources required: an object-oriented programming environment (e.g. Java). Method of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) The table below shows a typical assessment plan for the module. Assessment plans may vary from year to year. Assessment Weighting Learning outcome 1 2 3 Y Y Y Y Y Y

Examination :unseen paper 50% Coursework: Normally two 50% equally-weighted programming assignments. A test may also be used. . Assessment

Composition of module 50% Coursework and 50% Exam mark: Coursework must be at least 35% and Exam must be at least 35% and Pass requirements: Module Mark must be at least 40% Essential Reading Collins W (2004), Data Structures and the Java Collections Framework (2nd ed), McGraw-Hill Recommended Reading Collins W (2004), Data Structures and the Java Collections Framework (2nd ed), McGraw-Hill Watt DA & Brown FD (2001), Java Collections - an Introduction to Abstract Data Types, Data Structures and Algorithms, Wiley Weiss MA (2005), Data Structures and Problem Solving using Java (3rd ed), Addison-Wesley Required Equipment None

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A220CT: Database Systems Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary This module provides an insight into how database systems are used commercially. It provides an introductory study of database theory, design and management together with some practical use of a multi-user database management system. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On completion of this module, the student should be able to: 1. Explain the difference between data and information and its significance as a corporate resource. 2. Identify the main advantages and disadvantages of using database systems. 3. Apply fundamental techniques in database systems development. 4. Analyse, design and implement a database solution to a specified commercial need. Indicative Content Basic Concepts : Databases and database users, system concepts, data storage, file systems. Relational Model: The data model and relational algebra. Using a Database Management System (DBMS): SQL [a relational database language] used with a DBMS, Query by Example (QBE). Relational Database Design : Entity-relationship modelling, functional dependency, the role of normalisation,. System Implementation Techniques : System catalogue, query processing, recovery, concurrency, security. Other Database Approaches : Web-based systems, distributed databases. Teaching and Learning The material will be delivered by lectures, tutorials and laboratories in which theoretical concepts will be reinforced with a continuously developing case study and practical work. Relational database software (e.g. Oracle, MS Access) will be used. Single 200 Pre-requisite Modules:104KM or equivalent None

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Method of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) Assessment Coursework involving the practical development of a database application using an appropriate database language such as SQL. Examination : unseen paper Assessment Composition of module mark: Pass requirements: Essential Reading Connolly T. and Begg C (2005), Database Systems A Practical Approach to Design, Implementation and Management, Addison-Wesley, ISBN 0321210255 Recommended Reading El-Masri R and Navathe S (2006), Fundamentals of Database Systems. Addison-Wesley, ISBN 032141506X. Silberschatz A, Korth H, Silbershatz AZ and Sudarshan A (2005) Database Systems Concepts , 5th Edition, McGraw-Hill , ISBN 007124476X Required Equipment Appropriate Database Management System (eg Oracle, MS ACCESS) 50% Coursework and 50% Exam Coursework must be at least 35% and Exam must be at least 35% and Module Mark must be at least 40% Weight 1 50% Learning Outcomes 2 3 4

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A223KM: Business Finance and Accounting

Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations

Single 200 106KM None

Aims and Summary This module extends the knowledge of accounting by introducing the tools commonly used in management accounting and demonstrating their application in a decision making context. The sources, acquisition, and deployment of financial resources in a business and methods for comparative evaluation of financial performance are presented. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On completion of this module a student should be able to: 1. Apply numeracy skills, management accounting concepts, and qualitative judgment to aid financial decision making. 2. Make judgments on the financial worth of projects and investments 3. Evaluate the performance and prospects of a company from a financial perspective Indicative Content Introduction to management accounting: Cost classification for decision making purposes; cost-volume profit analysis; overhead analysis; ratio and trend analysis Preparing budgets: Their use for control purposes, creation of functional and master budgets; calculation and interpretation of variances to assist business control. Business performance management, performance indicators. Calculating product costs: Using absorption costing and activity based costing; direct and indirect costs; attaching overheads to products; calculation of product costs based on activities they cause; comparison of activity based costing with absorption costing Preparing break-even charts and contribution analyses: Use as aids to decision making; contribution and profit calculations; break-even and profit-volume charts; assumptions and limitations of variable costing; use of contribution analysis in a variety of decision-making situations Applying capital investment appraisal techniques: Accounting rate of return, pay back period, net present value and internal rate of return; sensitivity analysis

Teaching and Learning Lectures and project-based workshops will form the basis of the module delivery. They will be used to present key material and to provide opportunities for students to explore and discuss the

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concepts. Workshops will facilitate students' understanding of how techniques are used in practice as well as incorporating the use of case study material. Method of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) Assessment Coursework (Phase Test) Coursework (assignment) Written examination Weight 20% 30% 50% 1 Learning Outcomes 2 3

For a failed module, any component with a mark less than 40% must be re-assessed. Assessment Composition of module mark: 50% Coursework, 50% Examination Pass requirements: Coursework mark must be at least 35% and examination mark must be at least 35% and module mark must be at least 40% Essential Reading Proctor, R (2006), Managerial Accounting for Business Decisions, 2
nd

Edition, FT Prentice Hall

Black G (2005), Introduction to Accounting and Finance, FT Prentice Hall Recommended Reading Chadwick L (2002), Essential Finance and Accounting for Managers, FT Prentice Hall Davies T & Pain B (2001), Business Accounting and Finance, McGraw Hall Gowthorpe C (2005), Business, Accounting and Finance, 2
nd

edition, Thomson

Atrill, Harvey, McLaney (2001), Accounting for Business, 3 Edition, Butterworth Heinemann Required Equipment None

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A228KM: Distribution Management Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary The role of the module is to develop students' knowledge of distribution management techniques, with a focus on the movement of goods and services from the distribution side of the supply chain. The module examines the role of distribution through warehouse and transport management and its effect on the control of operations, systems design, channels of distribution and information flow from the warehouse to the final customer. Consideration will also be given to the characteristics and requirements of different markets and products and their impact on distribution operations with respect to knowledge and information management requirements. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On completion of this module the student should be able to: 1. 2. 3. 4. Evaluate the factors affecting the selection of a distribution channel. Identify the factors to be considered when selecting warehouse and transport assets Evaluate the factors underlying transport and warehouse operation Appraise the use of information systems and technology in warehouse and transport operations. Single 200 None None

Indicative Content Distribution channel selection: The importance of market and product requirements and the impact on distribution channels. Outline product characteristics and effect of customer expectations on channel selection. Market structure and key drivers of distribution channels. Warehouse management: The roles and types of warehouse operations and the importance of warehouse management within distribution management. Objectives and principles of good warehouse design and management. Storage systems and mechanical handling equipment used in warehouses. Different order picking and replenishment regimes and the effect of product location and packaging. Transport management: The role of transport operations and the importance of mode choice within distribution management. Characteristics of air, rail, sea and road freight operations. The range of vehicles and body types and their suitability for purpose with regard to the physical characteristics of goods to be moved. The issue of balancing cost of transport with customers service expectations. Costing and performance tools for warehouse and transport management, including vehicle routing, order processing to provide a total distribution price. Information system tools for the monitoring and control of distribution operations. Factors affecting the use of road transport, routing and scheduling tools, and warehouse management systems. Teaching and Learning The module will employ a variety of methods (formal lectures, informal tutorials and interactive use of the module web) as appropriate. Directed reading of current distribution practice will be core to this module.

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Much work will be case-study based, and will encourage individuals to contribute effectively to group collaborative learning, especially through the use of discussion boards. Method of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) Assessment Coursework 1 - In-class test on fundamentals Coursework 2 - Written assignment on application of theory Weight 40% 60% Learning Outcomes 1 2 3 4

For a failed module, any component with a mark less than 40% must be reassessed. Assessment Composition of module mark: Pass requirements: Essential Reading Rushton, A. et al, 2004. The Handbook of Logistics and Distribution Management (2nd Edition), Kogan Page (ISBN 0749433655) Recommended Reading Ballou, R. H., 2004. Business Logistics / Supply Chain Management (5th Edition), Prentice Hall (ISBN 0131230107) Christopher, M., 2005. Logistics & Supply Chain Management, (3 Edition) FT Prentice Hall (ISBN 0273681761) Oden, I., FAWCETT, P. & McLEISH, R., 1998. Logistics Management, Pearson Education (ISBN 0273634135) Required Equipment None
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100% Coursework Module Mark must be at least 40%

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A230CT: Internet Technology Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary The module will provide students with a thorough grounding in relevant technologies employed within the Internet. These technologies will broadly cover such things as Internet security, client/server architecture, web development, distributed objects, and service-oriented architecture. The emphasis will be on a solid overview of these technologies, rather than an indepth study of specific technologies. The module uses programming with a scripting language as a vehicle to allow students to fully understand the principle technologies Intended Module Learning Outcomes On completion of this module the student should be able to: 1. Understand the role of client/server architecture in an interent environment. 2. Identify the advantages and disadvantages of both server-side and client-side development. Be able to implement simple facilities both client-side and server-side and use this knowledge to implement a simple web-based application connected to a database. 3. Identify the role of the concepts underpinning distributed objects in Internet applications and compare and contrast some of the specific distributed object technologies, such as CORBA, IIOP, and RMI, and service-oriented architectures. 4. Describe the fundamental concepts of software development for mobile devices and know how to apply these appropriately in common mobile computing scenarios. 5. Discuss the major security technologies currently available for the Internet and be able to describe how these technologies are used to secure information transmitted over the Internet. Indicative Content Architectures: Distributed systems concepts for the Internet including client-server architecture Web 2.0, the use of distributed objects and service-oriented architectures and the general principles of middleware. Scripting and Database Access: Practical use of a client-side and server-side scripting languages as advanced applications of HTML, such as Active Server Pages, JavaScript and AJAX. Connecting to databases across the internet Mobile Aspects: Mobile applications: Wireless Application Protocol (WAP); Wireless MarkUp Language (WML) and WMLScript; compact HTML (cHTML) Security Aspects: Models of security, threats and counter-measures. Internet security issues. Introduction to cryptography and relevant Internet technologies, such as SSL and TLS as well as cryptographic technologies, such as SHA and RSA. Case Study: Internet application case study Single 200 110CT or equivalent None

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Teaching and Learning The module will be delivered through lectures, on-line support, reading and tutorial exercises. The tutorial exercises will either be practical exercises or requirements for critical reviews. The module uses appropriate server facilities (a web server with current technology, database of sufficient capacity and with appropriate access). In addition, suitable client-side facilities are part of the normal student workstation provision. Method of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) The table below shows a typical assessment plan for the module. Assessment plans may vary from year to year. Assessment Practical development of relevant web-based software Examination Assessment Composition of module mark: Pass requirements: Essential Reading Deitel, Deitel & Goldberg (2004), Internet & World Wide Web : How to Program, (3 Edition), Pearson/Prentice Hall Ince Darrel. (2002), Developing Distributed & E-Commerce Applications, Addison Wesley. Recommended Reading Deitel Harvey M., Deitel Paul J., Nieto Tem R., Steinbuhler Kate., (2002) Wireless Internet & Mobile Business: How to Program, Prentice Hall McLaughlin, Brett (2006), Head Rush Ajax. O'Reilly Media Required Equipment None
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A242EMM: Materials and Manufacturing Technology Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary To provide the designer with an integrated approach to engineering materials, product manufacture and manufacturing systems. To develop an understanding of material behaviour in the manufacturing process and its influence on the design process. To develop knowledge of specialist processes used in modern manufacturing and their effect on design. To consider some aspects of how design affects production processes and product costing. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On completion of this module the student should be able to: 1. Select the most appropriate materials and manufacturing process in order to achieve the product design requirements. 2. Carry out a comparative material and manufacturing process costing analysis. 3. Consider the environmental and end costs of products taking into account legislative requirements. 4. Formulate manufacturing procedures from raw material specification to end products, including design modification procedures. 5. Demonstrate an understanding of correlation between material property and manufacture process with the aid of material microstructure concept. Indicative Content Engineering Materials (70%) Review of the structure and properties of materials. Review the fracture mechanics theory and its application. Heat treatment of metals in order to change its structure and properties. Review of the structure and properties of plastic materials. Review of the structure and properties of ceramics. Re-enforced plastic material characteristics and applications. Surface treatment of metals and plastic materials in order to change properties. (Including precoating). Computer aided systems for material selection. Manufacturing Technology (30%) Review of metal casting and cutting processes. Review of metal forming processes. Review of the joining of materials by welding and mechanical joining process. Computer aided systems for manufacture selection. Review of plastic forming processes. Single 200 None

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Teaching and Learning Lectures, tutorials, case studies. The emphasis of the teaching will be on how the manufacturing process works and its implications to design and material selection. Method of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) Assessment Coursework 1 use of computerised material selection for a specified product and application Coursework 2 deep study of materials and manufacture for a specific product Coursework 3 deep study of materials and manufacture for a specific product Reassessment is by coursework. Assessment Composition of module mark: Pass requirements: Essential Reading Ashby, MF (2004), Materials Selection in Mechanical Design, 3 Edition, Butterworth-Heinemann. Askeland, DR (2005), The Science and Engineering of Materials, 5 Edition, Brooks Cole Kalpakjian, S and Schmid, S. (2005), Manufacturing Engineering and Technology, 5 Edition, Prentice Hall Recommended Reading Ashby, MF and Jones DRH (2005), Engineering Materials 1, 3 Edition, Butterworth-Heinemann Ashby, MF and Jones DRH (2005), Engineering Materials 2, 3 Edition, Butterworth-Heinemann Required Equipment None
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A250CT: System Architecture and Networks Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary This module aims to provide a knowledge of computer communications (mainly in the context of local and wide area networks) and systems architecture from the users point of view. It aims to emphise the main system architecture concepts, and give an overall understanding of the issues and constraints involved in computer communications, services and performance level provided to users. In addition, this module is also designed to provide the foundation knowledge of relevant technologies including wireless and optical computer networking. Elementary security concepts and network operating systems are also introduced. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On completion of this module a student should be able to: 1. Explain the development and basic concepts of communication within Local and Wide Area Networks with emphasis on access techniques and basic protocols of both wired and wireless technologies. 2. Explain the role and operation of a variety of communication media and network devices and apply that knowledge to the design of simple systems. 3. Understand the concept of Network Operating Systems, their characteristics and functions. 4. Understand and analyse the concepts and features of alternative systems architectures in the context of providing user services. Indicative Content Introduction to basic network operation: Development and operation of LANs. Assess techniques and associated protocols for wired and wireless systems. Standards and layered models; OSI, 802, TCP. MAC and IP addressing; subnetworks. Network layer routing protocols. Congestion control. Local and end-to-end flow control. Physical layer issues; noise, crosstalk, segment length, backbones. Network technology, design, and basic management including performance, reliability and security: Alternative network media (both wired and wireless) and their characteristics. Network devices, their operation and application to example systems. Design issues for LANs using standard techniques and a variety of wired and wireless equipment. Characteristics of networks with regard to performance. Simple calculations of performance in LANs using alternative protocols and system parameters. Effect of performance on system design. Causes of unreliability in LANs. Error control and its effects on reliability and performance. QOS. User access rights and VLAN systems deployment. Basic computer systems network security awareness (including most common types of attacks and its prevention. Role and activities of a network manager. Systematic approach to network troubleshooting. . Wireless networking systems and its significance to mobile computing: Major characteristics of wireless LAN systems. Standards and Performance calculations based on simple scenarios. Reliability characteristics and effects. Security aspects and outline of current techniques. Available technologies for wireles WANs. The mobile computing platform. Techniques and services. Uses and characteristics. Single 200 120CT or equivalent None

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Optical networking systems: Major characteristics of optical systems. Optical technologies and standards. Optical technology components and features with emphasis on optical Ethernet and IP over optical. The interrelation between optical networks and broadband services. The future of optical networks. Network Operating Systems: NOS components and functions. Concurrency, Device Management, Security and protection, File systems. Interrelation between Operating systems and Client server applications handling. Distributed Operating systems and computer networks. Systems architecture concepts: Basic concepts of systems architecture and its application to wired, wireless and optical networks systems. Alternative system architecture models and their impact in performance and reliability. Theoretical considerations, Life cycle, Requirements analysis, Architectural design, Implementation, Testing and Maintenance. Teaching and Learning The presentation and contextualisation of material will be by means of lectures and guided reading. Consolidation of material will be by means of practical laboratory exercises. Library research and the exploration of available communication systems will be encouraged by means of lab exercises and formative paper exercises. Presentation of some of the material will use interactive simulations. Resources: Continued provision of periodical and reference material by the library will be essential and use will be made of AV sources and the campus network system. Access to networked PC laboratories and to specialist network hardware laboratories will be required. Internet and Intranet access is also required. Method of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) The table below shows a typical assessment plan for the module. Assessment plans may vary from year to year. Assessment Laboratory portfolio and/or practical activity Examination : unseen paper Assessment Composition of module 50% Coursework and 50% Exam mark: Coursework must be at least 35% and Exam must be at least 35% and Pass requirements: Module Mark must be at least 40% Essential Reading Peterson L, (2003) Computer Networks, A System Approach , Elsevier Richard G (2004) Mobile Computing: Essentials of Movable Data McGraw-Hill Recommended Reading Weighting 50% 50% 1 Y Y Learning Outcomes 2 3 4 Y Y Y Y Y Y

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Cisco Systems Inc. (2003) CCNA 1 and 2 Companion Guide, 3 edition. CISCO Press. Sloane, A.(1999) Computer communications McGraw Hill (2nd edition) Poikselka (2004) IP Multimedia Concepts and Services in the Mobile Domain , Wiley Wood R, (2005) Next-Generation Network Services, Cisco Press. ISBN 1587051591 White R, Retana A, Slice D, (2005) Optimal Routing Design, 1 edition. Cisco Press. ISBN 1587051877. Geier J, (2004) Wireless Networks First-Step, 1st edition. Cisco Press. ISBN 1587201119 Required Equipment None
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A260CT: Software Systems Engineering Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary This module introduces basic concepts of Software Systems Engineering, covering the full development lifecycle but concentrating on modern iterative process models using object-oriented modelling methods and tools. Thus it explores techniques for requirements engineering, architectural and detailed software design, and follows these through to software implementation and testing. The module also gives an overview of project management and software quality issues. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On completion of this module a student should be able to: 1. Outline various strategies for developing software; 2. Describe and apply appropriate concepts and techniques for specifying user requirements, designing the software and writing test plans; 3. Use design patterns and software components in developing new software; 4. Use a CASE tool to produce conceptual domain models, design specifications and code. Indicative Content The Software Development Life Cycle: Software Engineering and its place in the systems development process; overview and comparison of alternative process models (e.g. waterfall, prototyping, incremental/iterative approaches, the unified process, extreme programming). CASE tool support for the full life cycle and round-trip engineering. Requirements Engineering and Object Oriented Analysis: Review of requirements elicitation techniques and the importance of user involvement, business process and domain modelling; project scoping through the identification of scenarios and use cases; requirements specification. Review of object-oriented modelling techniques; the goals of analysis and design phases; usecase analysis and conceptual class/object domain models; static and dynamic models. Object-Oriented Design: General principles of software design; aspects of software design quality. The transition from domain model to design model; architectural design concepts: subsystems and their interfaces, components and reuse; refining the design model: use of abstraction and inheritance in specifying software classes; reverse engineering of code; OO case studies for a range of problems. Design by Contract (in an OO context). Design Patterns: Study of a range of design patterns, e.g. GRASP and GoF patterns, to enforce separation of concerns, to improve reusabilty or support reuse, and to deal with data or process complexity. Mapping OO data models to relational databases; Single 200 (110CT and 104KM) or equivalent None

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Object-Oriented Software Construction and Testing: Mapping OO designs to code; specifying data types; operation signatures and visibility; exceptions; language support for Design by Contract; Planning and executing OO software testing (functional and structural class testing, cluster testing) system testing, performance testing, stress testing. Teaching and Learning The concepts and principles taught in lectures will be practised in relatively small individual classroom exercises and larger group coursework; the latter will be used to integrate lifecyclewide software engineering practice. Resources: UML-based CASE tool (e.g. Rational ROSE) with documentation and codegeneration facilities; programming language compiling tools. Method of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) The table below shows a typical assessment plan for the module. Assessment plans may vary from year to year. Assessment Coursework : usually two assignments or one assignment with two stages. Examination : unseen paper Assessment Composition of module mark: Pass requirements: Essential Reading Lecture notes Recommended Reading Larman C (2005), Applying UML and Patterns , 3 Edn, Prentice-Hall Sommerville I (2007), Software Engineering , 8 Edn, Addison-Wesley Bruegge B & Dutoit AH (2004), Object-Oriented Software Engineering, 2 Pearson/Prentice-Hall
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A303EC: Project Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary The project module will be a major individual study at Honours level in a subject related to the degree award. It serves as the main vehicle for integration of the various programme modules and provides a focus for practical application of the knowledge gained on the programme. Each project must be unique and will therefore vary in scope and emphasis. Projects are expected to be a substantial practical problem-solving exercise or a research study which require students to demonstrate their skills in organisation, time-management, investigation and communication while providing the opportunity to extend knowledge and experience in a specialised area. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On completion of this module the student should be able to: 1. Take responsibility for the management of a project or piece of research in the subject area of the degree award. 2. Produce a product in the form of a system or study to meet a set of agreed requirements. 3. Conduct an investigation relating to the requirements of the product or acquire and evaluate relevant background information for the research. 4. Reach relevant and useful conclusions in the evaluation of the implementation or the explanations offered 5. Report and communicate findings effectively. Indicative Content The project will normally include: A research question: The work of the project will be to provide a solution, in the form of a system or a study, to some requirement in the domain of aviation management. The requirement should relate to some real-world problem and should be for a particular, identified, user or group of users. A methodology for development of the product: This will include methods for gathering the information necessary for its specification and development, a process of development, and a strategy for its evaluation. Maintenance of an evidentiary log or diary of the conduct of the project. Its purpose is to monitor the progress and time management of the project process. Teaching and Learning There will be two elements used in the delivery of this module: Tutorial support: Each student will be allocated to a personal supervision group. Students will meet regularly with their supervisor, normally as a group, to monitor progress of the project. Lectures: Lectures will be scheduled through the module at dates appropriate to their content. Lectures will cover common support topics such as project management, research skills, development method and tools, report writing, etc. Single 200 None

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A303KM: Project Management Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and corequisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary This module introduces students to project management and provides a foundation for developing project skills, both human and technical, that will enable them to work on a variety of projects, primarily with a computer or knowledge based element. Students are encouraged from the outset to see the role of the project manager within the broader perspective of strategic business management, understanding where projects come from and why they are selected. The roles of both the purchaser and the supplier of a computer or knowledge based project is recognised and explored. The importance of de facto project management scheduling skills, quality and estimating standards is emphasised. The human and change aspects of projects are considered in order that the student may understand the effect on morale, productivity and quality of management decisions. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On completion of this module the student should be able to: 1. Recognise the project management environment within organisations, including the relationship of individual projects to organisational strategic objectives and the role of the project manager. 2. Select and evaluate project management tools and techniques that need to be applied for the effective and successful implementation of a project. 3. Identify and explain the changing organisational effects of projects on individuals within the organisation. 4. Schedule and appraise key aspects of industrial or knowledge based projects within the scope of the indicative content. Indicative Content The Project Management Environment The importance of IT and IS organisation of project management and the relationship of individual projects to organisational strategic objectives. Alternative organisational and contractual structures such as Contract negotiation and Procurement. The role of the project manager and the impact of project management standards on project organisation. The effect of project success and failure on the organisation and wider society. Project Management Tools & Techniques The project life cycle for systems development and systems acquisition. The effects of constraints on projects - time, quality, and cost - and their interaction. Scheduling tools including Work Based Structure, Gantt and Network diagrams and how to calculate the critical path. Key risk analysis tools and techniques for estimating project timescales, cost and effort. Tools for controlling project progress (time, quality, and cost). Software packages for project planning and control. Project management and quality standards (such as PRINCE), and compliance with legal and ethical standards. Single 200

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Social Aspects of Project Management Introducing change; group dynamics; motivation; leadership; power and politics within an organisation. Teaching and Learning The module will employ a variety of methods, ie formal lectures, tutorials, directed reading and interactive use of the module web, group discussion, student presentations, formal report writing and the production or revision of project plans and project estimates. Case studies of commercial projects will be used and plans will be presented to commercial standard. A Computer Based Training package may be used if appropriate and also a Windows-based planning and tracking package (such as MS-Project). Method of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) Learning Outcomes 1 2 3 4

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A304SE: Power Systems Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary The module aims to provide a study of subjects pertinent to the generation, supply and control of electrical energy. These subjects will include energy sources, primary and final power supply systems together with the economics of energy supply and demand. Intended Module Learning Outcomes The intended learning outcomes are that on completion of this module the student should be able to: 1. Evaluate energy storage and generation methods. 2. Model and analyse the flow and control of electrical energy within primary power and final distribution systems. 3. Evaluate the effects of faults within primary and final power distribution systems. 4. Provide a specification for the design of a final distribution system incorporating, protection and control elements as per BS7671 or other UK legislative articles. 5. Apply power system economics and commercial management techniques. Indicative Content Energy Storage and Generation Methods of energy generation and storage, hydro carbon and renewable, advantages disadvantages, energy generation calculations. Power generators, generators in parallel, voltage regulators. Reliability, series and parallel systems, hazard rate. Power Distribution Systems Symbolic representation of power systems (rural, urban, suburban). Load characteristics, utilization factors, load factor, diversity factor, load loss factor, load management. Three phase power systems, method of symmetrical components and calculations, harmonics in three phase power systems, power transfer and reactive power and per unit systems. Direct current transmission, power electronic devices used. Protection, control and switch gear requirements Control of power, voltage and frequency. Load flows, types of feeder network, computational load flows. Over voltage and current protection systems. Types of switchgear. Protection qualities needed, selectivity, speed of operation. Power transformers, current transformers, generator protection, transformer protection, feeder protection. Other methods of protection schemes e.g. carrier current protection. Faults in distribution systems Balanced fault calculations, line to earth faults, line to line faults, line to line to earth faults with calculations. Systematic methods of fault analysis applicable to large networks. Switching surges due to connection of and the interruption of inductive and capacitive circuits. System problems associated with unstable power supply systems, problems with rotating machines, responses to disturbances, two generator systems. Single 200 209SE or equivalent None

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Specification of final power supply system Scope of BS7671, Important considerations in implementation of final distribution system to BS7671 e.g. overall assessment of type of subsystem and special considerations that need consideration related to type of subsystem, power and lighting systems, switching devices, over current devices, residual current devices, earth bonding systems, protection against electric shock. Special types of final distribution power system and appropriate UK legislative articles. Power system economics Relationship between energy sector, energy supplier and economic and macroeconomic considerations. Pricing principles supply and demand, load management and spot pricing, usage, market models, transmission costs. Teaching and Learning Method of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) Learning Outcomes 1 2 3 4 5

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A305EMM: Total Quality Management Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary The intention of this module is to convey the importance of quality as a strategy for continuous improvement in business performance. This will be achieved through the study of philosophies, tools, systems and techniques associated with Total Quality Management. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On completion of this module the student should be able to: 1. Describe how the principles and key themes of TQM relate to quality management philosophies, tools and techniques 2. Demonstrate an understanding of the different approaches to quality costing 3. Produce a plan for the introduction of statistical process control in a manufacturing organisation 4. Design a quality improvement programme for a single department in an organisation Indicative Content Introduction, principles, and key themes of total quality management (TQM); soft issues, eg behaviour, culture and leadership; strategy and implementation. Quality systems; ISO 9000, QS 9000 and ISO 14001, environmental systems. Relationship between formal quality systems, environmental management systems, and TQM. Quality costs; PAF model, Process Costing model and Taguchi Quality Loss Function Inspection, quality control, quality assurance and TQM, use as indicators of the maturity of an organisations quality programme. Variation in performance, statistical process control (SPC) and process capability, calculations, planning the implementation of SPC in a manufacturing organisation. Total productive maintenance Quality improvement programmes, quality tools, performance measurement, benchmarking, the EFQM and other techniques, European Business Excellence Model; contribution of marketing, design and manufacturing departments in an organisation to a TQM program; contribution to helping a company achieve continuous improvement. Quality function deployment (QFD) Quality Gurus including: Deming, Juran, Taguchi, Shingo etc Teaching and Learning Teaching will be by lectures, complemented by tutorials, but with specific reference to practical applications and case studies where appropriate. Single 200 None None

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A306KM: Advanced Information Systems Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary This module seeks to enable students to develop theoretical understanding and practical skills in relation to the analysis, design and utilisation of information systems in different application environments. In particular, students will develop an understanding of systems and technologies from a user/client perspective. Previously studied topics will be reviewed to reveal the underlying theoretical concepts and principles, and a wide range of current and future applications of information systems will be explored in some depth. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On completion of this module the student should be able to: 1. Exhibit familiarity with a wide range of current and emerging information system technologies, and the concepts and principles on which they are founded. 2. Evaluate the methods and techniques involved in the design and implementation of various types of information systems, and the reasons for their selection and use. 3. Demonstrate an understanding of the utilization of information systems in key areas of human activity. 4. Demonstrate an in-depth appreciation of the problems and challenges facing developers and users of Information Systems and ways in which these might be addressed. Indicative Content Theory and concepts Systems theory; methodologies; modelling; re-use Information Systems Development Life cycles and methodologies; soft systems; agile approaches; patterns and component-based development; methodology comparison and selection; development v. procurement Applications Business and commerce; science and engineering; communications; leisure; graphical information systems Problems and Challenges Technical; ethical; security concerns New Developments The semantic web; developments in artificial intelligence; grid computing; web services Teaching and Learning The module will employ a variety of methods, including lectures, tutorials, directed reading and interactive use of the module web. Students will be expected to undertake reading and research in their own time. Single 200 203KM or equivalent None

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A307KM: Global Logistics Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary This module examines a variety of approaches to the management of logistics operations that can be used to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of the supply chain. Emphasis is placed on the international context and the development of new approaches using IT to improve the flow and impact of information Intended Module Learning Outcomes On completion of this module the student should be able to: 1. Evaluate alternative management approaches to global logistics operations 2. Critically evaluate the role and operation of planning and scheduling systems in supply chain improvement. 3. Perform an analysis of the performance of a supply chain using appropriate analytical techniques. 4. Assess the costs and benefits associated with an international logistics network. Indicative Content Logistics management and planning Role of logistics in customer service and customer retention; measuring costs and contribution to value in the supply chain. Push and pull approaches to supply chain improvement, including materials requirements planning, Just-in-time systems, lean thinking, agile and quick-response systems. The role of collaboration in modern supply chains. Measuring and improving performance Capacity measuring, utilisation and productivity of logistics assets. Performance and benchmarking measures and techniques for analysing the supply-chain including time-based mapping, process charts and policies to reduce the P:D gap. Global logistics Implications of globalisation and its effect on inventories, time to market, customs and international trade barriers. Consolidation and transportation issues; location of production, evolution of the international supplier network and alternative organisational structures. Teaching and Learning Principles and theory will be taught by means of lecture sessions interspersed through the module. Seminars will be used to explore cases in the practice of facilities location and transport management. Practical sessions will be used to develop skills in modelling, scheduling and routing problems. Single 200 Pre-requisite Modules:(204KM or 207KM) or equivalent None

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For a failed module, any component with a mark less than 40% must be reassessed. Assessment Composition of module mark: Pass requirements: Essential Reading Harrison, A. & Van Hoek R., 2005. Logistics Management and Strategy (2nd Edition), FT Prentice Hall (ISBN 0273685422) Recommended Reading Ballou, R. H., 2004. Business Logistics / Supply Chain Management (5th Edition), Prentice Hall (ISBN 0131230107) Bowersox, D., Closs, D. & Cooper, M., 2002. Supply chain Logistics Management, McGraw Hill (ISBN 0071123067) Gourdin, K., 2005 Global Logistics Management: A Competitive Advantage for the 21st nd Century (2 Edition) Blackwell Publishing (ISBN 1405127139) STOCK, J. & LAMBERT, D., 2001. Strategic Logistics Management (4th Edition), McGraw Hill (ISBN 0071181229) Required Equipment None 50% Coursework and 50% Exam Coursework must be at least 35% and Exam must be at least 35% and Module Mark must be at least 40%

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A309KM: Procurement and Inventory Management Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary Students will develop an understanding of the principles and concepts of the purchasing function within organisations. The module will explore a range of practical and effective measures for efficiently maintaining inventory. The effects on purchasing and inventory with the implementation of JIT systems will also be studied. Students will gain an appreciation of the wider implications of purchasing and inventory on the environment and the effects of globalisation on these organisational functions. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On completion of this module the student should be able to: 1. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of, and critically review, the procurement function and the inventory requirements of an organization 2. Understand the system/resource requirements of implementing concepts such as Just-InTime (JIT) 3. Understand the wider implications of purchasing and inventory on the environment, and the effects of globalisation on these organisational functions. 4. Examine and show an understanding of the effects of purchasing and inventory on supply chain management, enterprise integration and logistics management Indicative Content Introduction to procurement Purchasing strategy and practices Sourcing strategies TAC MRP2 and ERP systems Make or buy Effects of globalisation International procurement Logistics management Forecasting Inventory control The need to hold inventory The inventory implications for other organisational elements Common inventory replenishment systems Problems with inventory planning & implication for the supply chain JIT systems Importance of information systems Effects of variation in the supply chain SC partnerships Total Productive Maintenance Single 200 Pre-requisite Modules:(204KM or 207KM) or equivalent None

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Teaching and Learning Principles and theory will be taught by means of lecture sessions interspersed through the module. Tutorial sessions will be run to enable students to put theory into practice via case studies. Students will be expected to undertake computer work and reading in their own time. Method of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) Assessment Coursework - Inventory in a JIT system Examination - 3 hour unseen paper Weight 50% 50% 1 Learning Outcomes 2 3

For a failed module, any component with a mark less than 40% must be re-assessed. Assessment Composition of module mark: Pass requirements: Essential Reading None Recommended Reading Greene, J. H., 1997. Production and Inventory Control Handbook, (3rd Edition), London, UK: McGraw-Hill, (ISBN 0070244286) Wild T., 2002, Best Practice in Inventory Management, Oxford, UK: Butterworth-Hienemann, (ISBN 0750654589) Baily, P. J. H., 2005. Purchasing Principles and Management, London, UK : FT Prentice Hall (ISBN 0273646893) Christopher, M., 1998. Logistics and Supply Chain Management, London, UK; FT/Pitman (ISBN 0273630490) Bowersox, D. J. and Closs, D. J., 2002 Supply Chain Logistics Managemen, New York, USA: McGraw-Hill (ISBN 0273630490) Bicheno, J., 2004. The New Lean Toolbox, PICSIE Books (ISBN 0954724413) Required Equipment None 50% Coursework and 50% Exam Coursework must be at least 35% and Exam must be at least 35% and Module Mark must be at least 40%

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A310KM: M-Commerce Applications Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and corequisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary This module seeks to provide the student with a basis for advising an organisation on the feasibility of its mobile commerce strategy. An appreciation of the nature and scope of mobile commerce applications will be sought. Mobile commerce terminology, technical issues and business context will be considered. Strategies, characteristics and techniques for developing and deploying mobile commerce applications are explored. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On completion of this module the student should be able to: 1. Demonstrate a sound understanding of the nature, scope and impact of m-commerce and of the applications that support it. 2. Strategically align business models and objectives with m-commerce solutions 3. Define appropriate business and functional requirements, investigate and recommend mobile solutions. 4. Demonstrate sound understanding of the legal, political and social issues that apply to mobile commerce Indicative Content The nature of Mobile Technologies Mobile technology and its characteristics and properties. Obstacles and trends in mobile working. Looking at mobile technology innovation and adoption in the 21st century. The role of pervasive computing. Business Focus Business rationale for mobile commerce. Identifying the M-commerce value chain. The supply chain and its relevance to Mobile technology. A comparison of M commerce and both traditional and e-commerce . Time to Market Industrial product development approaches. Strategic alignment with the business to mobile solutions. Value and return. Developing mobile solutions. Commercial communication networks Nature of commercial communications. Telecommunications and networks, such as media types, standards, devices etc. Wireless Application Protocol (WAP): context and usage. Wireless Mark Up language (WML) structure and usage. Wireless applications Push and Pull services, e-cash, e-banking, M-commerce for businesses (B2B, B2C, collaboration) Content management systems and profiling target audiences. Security in a mobile world Aspects of security, access control, encryption. Challenges and issues. Trust and control. Data protection. Single 200 Pre-requisite Modules:(202KM or 203KM or 208KM) or equivalent None

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Pervasive and embedded mobile systems Definitions and technologies. Characteristics such as biometrics, digital signatures, voice activated interfaces etc. Social, legal and ethical considerations Ethical positioning with regards to the opportunities of mobile technologies. Social response and trends. Legal framework considerations such as privacy, rights, confidentiality, data protection etc. Emergent trends Looking at the future and emerging complimentary technologies, and their impact. Impediments and triggers for the realization of these technologies and their supportive applications in the market place. Teaching and Learning The module will employ a variety of methods (formal lectures, informal tutorials and interactive use of the module web) as appropriate. Method of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) Assessment Coursework 1 : Written assignment on m-commerce applications, objectives and solutions Examination : 3 hour unseen paper Weighting 50% 50% 1 2 3 4

For a failed module, any component with a mark less than 40% must be reassessed. Assessment Composition of module mark: Pass requirements: Essential Reading None Recommended Reading Turban et Al, 2006. Electronic Commerce a Managerial Perspective, Prentice Hall Trot, P, 2005. Innovation Management and New Product Development, Prentice Hall Elliot and Phillips, 2003, Mobile Commerce and Wireless Computing Systems, Addison and Wesley Deitel, 2002. Wireless Internet & Mobile Business How to Program, Prentice Hall Required Equipment None 50% Coursework and 50% Exam Coursework must be at least 35% and Exam must be at least 35% and Module Mark must be at least 40%

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A310SE: Advanced Digital Systems Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary The aim is to enable the student to design a signal processing solution using two different approaches: hardware-only and programmable digital signal processor. It is an additional aim that the student will be able to evaluate a System on Chip method of circuit design. Intended Module Learning Outcomes The intended learning outcomes are that on completion of this module the student should be able to: 1. 2. 3. 4. Design hardware only realisations for signal processing functions Evaluate 'System on Chip' technologies for the implementation of digital system Produce theoretical models of DSP applications and solutions Use appropriate development tools to implement DSP solutions Single 200 202SE or equivalent None

Indicative Content Hardware realization of signal processing functions Digital implementation of arithmetic operators. Addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. Fixed point realisations using high performance and low area approaches. Floating point arithmetic. Array circuits. Distributed arithmetic. Evaluation of System on Chip technologies Overview of silicon integrated circuit technology. Design methodologies using intellectual property and design re-use. System specification. On-chip communications. Logic and physical synthesis. Simulation, testing and verification. Manufacturing yield. Power consumption. Reliability. Theoretical model of DSP applications and solutions Analysis of input and output signals. Design of input/output transformation equations. Use of transform methods e.g. z, DFT. Typical filter blocks biquadratic section, adaptive filters, spectral analysis inc. FFT, convolution and correlation. State-variable filter. Wave-digital filter. Application of Tellegens theorem. Masons rule. Typicalfilter design method e.g. Remez method, direct polezero placement. Quantification of finite precision effects. Undersampling and oversampling. Decimation and interpolation. Sample Applications : channel equalization, data compression (speech, image and audio), FFT implementation. Characteristics of Texas Instruments 6713 DSP chip. Use DSP development tools to implement programmable solution Design, implementation and testing of programmable digital signal processor solutions using CAD tools (including Texas Instruments Code Composer, Matlab and linkages between these) and Texas Instruments 6713 DSK board.

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Method of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) Learning Outcomes 2 3 4

Assessment Coursework 1 design based CAD/implementation assignment Examination 2 hour unseen paper

Hours 25 20

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Re-assessment is by new coursework and/or examination. Assessment Composition of module mark: 50% Coursework and 50% Exam Coursework must be at least 35% and Exam must be at least 35% Pass requirements: and Module Mark must be at least 40% Essential Reading Module Notes on CUOnline IFEACHOR, E.C. and JERVIS, B.W. 2002. Digital Signal Processing: a practical approach, Harlow: Pearson, 2nd Edition, (ISBN 0201596199) Recommended Reading CHASSAING, R and REAY D, 2008, Digital Signal Processing and Applications with the TMS320C6713 and TMS320C6416 DSK, 2nd Edition (ISBN 978-0-470-13866-3) WOLF, W., 1998, Modern VLSI Design - Systems on Silicon, 2nd Edition, Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall (ISBN 0139896902) PLUMMER, J. D., DEAL, M. D., and GRIFFIN, P. B., 2000, Silicon VLSI Technology - Fundamentals, Practice and Modelling, Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall (ISBN 0130850373) LU,M, 2004, Arithmetic and Logic in Computer Systems, Hoboken, NJ: Wiley (ISBN 0-471-469459) IEE Proceedings. Vision, Image and Signal Processing journal. IEE Proceedings. Circuits, Devices and Systems journal. Precise journal article references to be given in class. Required Equipment None.

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A311SE: Communications and Networks Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary The aim of this module is to introduce students to more advanced topics including network congestion and quality of service together with the modulation and coding which are essential features of contemporary digital transmission. Intended Module Learning Outcomes The intended learning outcomes are that on completion of this module the student should be able to: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Appraise multi-level digital modulation techniques. Apply the principles of error correction coding. Apply introductory traffic and queueing theory. Examine and demonstrate TCP congestion control. Explain quality of service and assess related protocols. Single 200 206SE or equivalent None

Indicative Content BER and bandwidth of modulation systems. Modulators and demodulators for multi-level modulation: eg QPSK, QAM, OFDM Error Correction: encoding and decoding of block and convolutional codes, coding gain. Erlangs blocking formula and queueing: e.g. M/M/1 queue, Littles law. Congestion control techniques in TCP/IP, e.g. Karns algorithm, windowing. QoS support: RSVP, RTP/RTCP, MPLS. Applications, e.g. VOIP Teaching and Learning Method of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) Learning Outcomes 1 2 3 4 5

Assessment Coursework (laboratory exercise) Examination 3 hour unseen paper

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Recommended Reading Sklar B, 2001, Digital Communications: Fundamentals and Applications, Prentice-Hall. Stallings W, 2001, High-speed Networks and Internets: Performance and Quality of Service, Prentice-Hall. Required Equipment None.

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A318EMM: Industrial Business Project Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary This module will provide students with the opportunity to utilise knowledge gained from their programme of study. This will be achieved via an industrial business project that requires students (working in groups) to select and design (as appropriate) a product, plan its sales, manufacture and distribution in line with projected market forecasts. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On completion of this module the student should be able to: 1. 2. 3. 4. Develop a product in line with outcomes from a Product Value Analysis. Evaluate the products market, forecast sales and develop strategies to achieve forecasts. Justify the selection and use of materials and processes to manufacture the product. Develop a business justification with appropriate strategies and objectives which address the operations management, facilities and human resource requirements necessary for the first three years of operation. 5. Evaluate the financial performance of the industrial business. 6. Justify the scope, conclusions and recommendations of the industrial business. 7. Function as a member of a team contributing as an individual and to the work of the group. Indicative Content Market research, analysis, forecasting and marketing strategies along with suitable advertising and sales plans. A product design to a concept embodiment stage and this may include an Engineering specification and drawings. Factory layout inclusive of manufacturing and assembly processes, plant and machinery, resource requirements, health and safety, quality considerations and costs. Purchasing strategy, Make v Buy and sourcing decisions. Logistics and distribution systems. Financial strategy, sources of finance, financial forecasts, budgets and financial analysis. Company organisation including organisation structure, HR planning and employee relations policies. Importance of material selection, classes of engineering materials, definitions of materials properties and related scientific principles. Manufacturing technology, materials and processes (established and innovative). Product Value Analysis. Single 200 Qualified to enter year 3 of a degree programme Modules:309EMM

A range of transferable skills will be developed and practised within the module and will specifically encourage students to: Identify and use all sources of information, experience and help appropriate to the project. Organise, chair and progress meetings of a team working to common objectives. Produce and present oral and written reports.

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Teaching and Learning Student based learning in groups. Groups will be formally structured and will organise the work and allocate roles themselves. They will submit minutes of meetings and report progress on a weekly basis to a member of staff acting as a consultant who will also monitor the functioning of the group. The groups will produce and present an Interim report and a final report. Lectures, seminars and laboratory demonstrations on relevant technology. Method of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) The intended learning outcomes will be assessed as follows: Learning outcome Interim Presentation and Report 10% each Final Report 50% Final Presentation 20% Tutor Assessment 10% 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Peer Assessment is used to weight the interim and final report marks to provide an individual mark. Final presentation contains 10% individual mark. Re-assessment is by submission of a business plan report summarising the project and a viva if the final presentation was missed. Assessment Composition of module mark: 100% Coursework Pass requirements: Module Mark must be at least 40% Essential Reading None Recommended Reading Groover MP (2006), Fundamentals of Modern Manufacturing Materials, Processes and Systems, rd 3 Edition, John Wiley Ashby MF (2004), Materials Selection in Mechanical Design, 3 Edition, Butterworth-Heinemann Barrow C (2008), The Business Plan Workbook, 6 Edition, Kogan Page Stutely R (2006), The Definitive Business Plan: The Fast Track to Intelligent Business Planning nd for Executives and Entrepreneurs, 2 Edition, FT-Prentice Hall
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A320CT: Distributed Applications Development Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary The aim of this module is to provide students with the theoretical and practical knowledge to design and produce computer applications which consist of an assembly of distributed objects collaborating via the World Wide Web. It will cover in an integrated way the process of developing applications based on Web services, including components security, delivering functionality using state of the art software technology such as ASP.NET. The module should make extensive use of case studies and practical programming examples. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On completion of this module the student should be able to: 1. Describe and apply the fundamental concepts of a distributed object infrastructure for Web services and critically evaluate the architectures, such as, .NET 2. Evaluate and apply best practice for designing and constructing Web service based applications, engineering components, addressing deployment, interoperability and security issues 3. Develop interfaces between distributed components using appropriate design methods 4. Integrate components constructed using the various parts of a distributed applications framework (e.g. XML, .NET) for developing Web service based applications Indicative Content Fundamentals concepts of distributed applications development: The need for distributed applications in a Web Services context. Identification and interfacing of resources. Common interface between heterogeneous components. Competing distributed object architectures for platform-independent and implementation-neutral applications. Components and structure of distributed applications: Metadata, reflection and self-describing components, application models (e.g .NET), remoting collections, asynchronous programming, garbage collection and finalisation. Web applications: Technology consideration: XML, SOAP and WSDL, discovering web services, XML and SOAP serialization, web services architecture, maintaining the states, multithreaded web services, using legacy code in web applications, data bindings, server controls, web applications security. Implementation issues and techniques: Inter-operability, data portability, accessing objects in other application domains, platform invocation services, parameter marshalling, components and code security. Practical implementation, development, testing and debugging. Teaching and Learning The module will be delivered using lectures which will include demonstrations of software tools and development techniques. These should be supported by laboratory sessions and an appropriate background reading, in which students should gain "hands-on" experience of web applications development processes. Each theoretical session of the indicative content will be Single 200 230CT or equivalent None

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illustrated by practical programming examples. Additionally a major integrated case study running throughout the module will be used to explore the advanced concepts of Web services application development using an appropriate framework such as .NET. Method of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) The table below shows a typical assessment plan for the module. Assessment plans may vary from year to year. Assessment Coursework: practical development of a distributed system Examination : unseen paper Assessment Composition of module mark: 30% Coursework and 70% Exam Coursework must be at least 35% and Exam must be at least 35% Pass requirements: and Module Mark must be at least 40% Essential Reading Thomas E (2004) , Service-oriented Architecture: a field guide to integrating XML and Web Services, Prentice Hall Recommended Reading http://www.msdn.microsoft.com/ http://www.gotdotnet.com http;//www.w3schools.com Newcomer E, Lomow G (2005), Understanding SOA with Web Services, Addison Wesley Moeller A and Schwartzbach M (2006), An Introduction to XML and Web Technologies, Addison Wesley Rosenburg J, Remy D, (2004), Securing Web Services with Ws-Security: Demystifying WSSecurity, WS-Policy, SAML, XML Signature and XML Encvryption, QUE Harvey M (2005), Essential Business Process Modelling, OReilly Ullman C, Kauffman J, Hart C, David Sussman D (2005) , Beginning ASP.NET 2.0,Hungry Minds Inc. Required Equipment None Weighting 1 30% Learning Outcomes 2 3 4 Y Y

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A324KM: Business Management Strategy Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary The aim of the module is to provide students with an understanding of strategic decision making and a capability to contribute to the process of business strategy making. The module critically examines techniques available to companies aiming to develop sustainable competitive advantage in their industry. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On completion of this module the student should be able to: 1. Apply and critically assess techniques used for environmental and a resource-based analysis. 2. Evaluate the importance and the problems inherent in formulating and implementing strategy. 3. Demonstrate a critical awareness of a range of key theories and approaches associated with business strategy Indicative Content Strategic planning overview The nature of strategic management in public and private organisations, process of strategic planning; alternative approaches to strategy. Environmental Analysis Techniques Market, competitor and customer analysis; SWOT, Strategic Group Analysis, STEP, 5 forces analysis Resource Based Analysis Techniques Value chain analysis, human and financial resources, operational capability, creating and sustaining competitive advantage Strategic Choice Mission and policy objectives; corporate level strategy, business unit strategy; generating resource-based and market-based options; techniques for evaluating options Strategic implementation Resource allocation, strategy budgeting and control; managing organisational change; people issues Teaching and Learning The module will employ a variety of methods including formal lectures to introduce concepts and seminars to discuss examples of practice. Much work will be case-study based and will encourage individuals to contribute effectively to group collaborative learning. Single 200 Pre-requisite Module: 205KM or equivalent None

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Method of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) Learning Outcomes 1 2 3

Assessment Coursework Individual written assignment Examination 3 hour unseen paper

Weighting 50% 50%

For a failed module, any component with a mark less than 40% must be reassessed. Assessment Composition of module mark: Pass requirements: Essential Reading Lynch, R (2005), Corporate Strategy, 4th Edition, FT-Prentice Hall Recommended Reading Johnson, G., & Scholes, K. (2004), Exploring Corporate Strategy, 7th Edition, Prentice Hall Required Equipment None 50% Coursework and 50% Exam Coursework must be at least 35% and Exam must be at least 35% and Module Mark must be at least 40%

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A330MED: Product Development Strategies Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Single 200 None None

Aims and Summary The aim of this module is to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to critically evaluate the business risks associated with the product introduction process. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On completion of this module the student will be able to: 1. Recognise that Business Management and Product Design are closely connected, both relating to identification, analysis and problem solution. 2. Select and use suitable tools to analyse the competitive business environment, both national and international, into which newly designed products are to be introduced. 3. Demonstrate a knowledge of the core concepts of marketing, considering customer requirements, product value and quality and the financial implications of design decisions. 4. Apply a structured methodology to the planning, design and introduction of a new product. Indicative Content Analysis of the business environment using the `PEST' (Political, Economic, Social and Technical) model. Investigation of the competitive environment for which products are designed. Product design and life time planning with respect to market and business requirements. Strategic Management; SWOT analysis.

Teaching and Learning The module will consist of both traditional lecture and hands on experience. Case studies and coursework will be based on the principles introduced during lectures. These will demonstrate the knowledge gained by application of the principles to projects based within industry. Reports will be prepared and presentations given where the information is shared with other students. Method of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) Assessment Coursework 1 individual assignment Coursework 2 individual assignment Coursework 3 - project Reassessment by new coursework assignment Weight 25% 15% 60% Learning Outcome 1 2 3 4

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Assessment Composition of module mark: Pass requirements: Essential Reading Ulrich, K and Eppingher, S. (2007), Product Design and Development, 4 Edition, McGraw Hill Recommended Reading Lanigan, M. (1992), Engineers in Business: Principles of Management and Product Design, Addison Wesley Stacey, RD. (2007), Strategic Management and Organisational Dynamics, 5 Edition, FTPrentice Hall De Witt, B and Meyer, R. (2004), Strategy: Process, Content, Context, 3 Edition, Thompson Learning Lynch, R. (2005), Corporate Strategy, 4 Edition, FT-Prentice Hall Trott, P. (2004), Innovation Management and New Product Development, 3rd Edition, FTPrentice Hall Required Equipment None
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A340CT: Large Scale Software Development Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary This module identifies the problems that can arise in the production of a large scale software development (LSSD) and the design criteria for minimising these problems. Students look at the tools and techniques needed to successfully manage a LSSD whilst avoiding the problems related to configuration management and version control. They also learn the tools and techniques for assuring software quality, and for improving the quality of the software process itself. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On completion of this module a student should be able to: 1. Critically evaluate an architectural design against accepted quality criteria and identify the problems that might arise if the design does not meet them. 2. Select, evaluate and use tools and techniques to successfully manage a LSSD to include configuration management and version control. 3. Select, evaluate and use tools and techniques for assuring software quality. 4. Estimate the cost and duration of a software project. 5. Critically review a software development process for LSSD and identify its ranking in an accepted capability maturity model. Indicative Content Review of Large Scale Software Development: Large Scale Software Design: design defects and their effect on quality, timeliness, and cost; reducing design complexity using small components with well-defined interfaces; the need to manage and measure complexity; reducing risk with reusable components (including COTS); making changes to large systems and the scope of effects and errors; the problems of managing large projects, parallel development and multiple teams; causes of project failure or late delivery. Managing Large Scale Software Development: Basic context: product, process, project, people; organisational paradigms. Project management activities related to a defined process model (such as the Unified Process Model): project planning, milestones, deliverables project scheduling, bar charts and activity charts; progress control and the need for and project metrics; risk management; Legal and ethical standards: e.g. BCS Professional Code of Conduct; The use of software packages for project planning and control. Managing People: selecting and motivating staff, managing multiple teams and leadership, coordination and communication; human factors, group dynamics, effects of change, organisational politics; the people capability maturity model Estimation of Software Development Cost and Duration: Software productivity; Estimation techniques; Metrics based on size, function point or object points; algorithmic cost models such as the COCOMOmodels; project duration and staffing. Configuration Management and Version Control: Single 200 260CT or equivalent None

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Configuration management and planning; change requests and change management; software configuration items; version and release control, system building, automated tool support for configuration management and version control. Product and Process Quality Management: Planning for software quality; verification and validation, software inspections, automated static analysis, cleanroom approach. Systems validation: reliability validation, safety and dependability assurance, security assessment. Software Quality Management: Process and product quality; Quality assurance and standards: e.g. ISO 9001, documentation standards; quality control: quality reviews and inspections; software measurement and metrics (e.g. depth of inheritance tree, method fan-in/fan-out, weighted cyclomatic complexity, number of overriding operations). Process Quality Management: Process classification, measurement and modelling; Process change and improvement; Software capability maturity models and levels. Teaching and Learning The module will employ a variety of methods (formal lectures, informal tutorials, directed reading and interactive use of the module web) Method of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) The table below shows a typical assessment plan for the module. Assessment plans may vary from year to year. Assessment Weighting 30% Learning Outcomes 2 3 4 Y Y Y

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Coursework: this will normally consist of one assignment (usually split into two stages) and will involve students working in teams. Reassessment will always be by means of an individual assignment Examination : unseen paper Assessment

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Composition of module mark: 30% Coursework and 70% Exam Coursework must be at least 35% and Exam must be at least 35% Pass requirements: and Module Mark must be at least 40% Essential Reading Lecture notes Recommended Reading Sommerville I (2004), Software Engineering , 7 Edn, Addison-Wesley Pressman RS (2005), Software Engineering - A Practitioner's Approach , 6 Edn (European adaptation), McGraw-Hill
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Brooks FP (1995), The Mythical Man-Month: Essays on Software Engineering Addison-Wesley (2nd Ed). Cotterell M & Hughes B (2002), Software Project Management , McGraw Hill, (3 Required Equipment None
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A350CT: Systems Security Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary This module aims to give students both a theoretical and a practical understanding of the basic foundations and technologies of network and systems security, which include but are not limited to various cryptographic techniques and their applications in network security, web security, operating systems security, database security. Intended Module Learning Outcomes After completion of this module, students will be able to 1. design, implement, evaluate and maintain efficient security systems for the protection of valuable digital assets 2. assess possible security threats and evaluate suitable countermeasures for networked systems 3. be able to discuss approaches to cryptography such as secret-key cryptography, public-key cryptography, digital signatures, digital certificates and authentications. 4. be able to discuss advances in cryptographic methods Indicative Content Systems Security: Security Levels. Identification and authentification (including Kerboros). Password Management. Database Security. Access Control. User groups. Role based access control. Intruders: Intrusion detection. Network Security: Electronic Mail Security: Pretty Good Privacy (PGP), S/MIME ; Web Security: IPSec, Secure Socket Layer (SSL), Transport Layer Security (TLS), Secure Electronic Transaction (SET). Network Management Security ; Malicious Software: Viruses, Virus Countermeasures. Computer Virology. ;Firewalls: Firewall Design. Trusted Systems; Secret-Sharing; Digital Cash; Digital Voting. Cryptographic techniques Overview : Overview of the aims and types of cryptographic methods in systems and network security: Secret-key cryptography: Stream (bit) ciphers -- The One Time Pad (OTP): Monographic (Character) ciphers. Polygraphic (Block) ciphers; Data Encryption Standard (DES); Advanced Encryption Standard (AES). Public Key Cryptography : Public-key cryptography: Rivest-Shamir-Adleman (RSA), Rabin, ElGamal cryptosystems, DiffieHellman-Merkle Key Exchange, Elliptic Curve Cryptography (ECC); Digital Signatures: RSA/Rabin signature scheme, Digital Signature Standard (DSS)/Digital Signature Algorithm (DSA), Elliptic Curve Digital Signature Algorithm (ECDSA). Secure Hash Algorithm (SHA). Public Key Infrastructures (PKI). Key management techniques. Digital certificates. Single 200 (105MS or 124MS) and 230CT None

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New Approaches in Cryptography :Quantum cryptography. Neural Cryptography. Steganography Teaching and Learning The majority of factual material will be presented using lectures, supplemented by hand-outs and copies of appropriate technical papers as required. Java/Maple programming facilities will be available to allow practical exploration of systems security. Method of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) The table below shows a typical assessment plan for the module. Assessment plans may vary from year to year. Assessment Coursework: Consists of two smallprojects, one on systems security and one on cryptography, each with equal marks. Examination : unseen paper Assessment Composition of module mark: Pass requirements: 30% Coursework and 70% Exam Coursework must be at least 35% and Exam must be at least 35% and Module Mark must be at least 40% Weighting 30% Learning Outcomes 1 2 3 4 Y Y

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Essential Reading Collected lecture notes are issued in lieu of the course text. Recommended Reading Stallings W (2003) , Network Security Essentials, 2
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Gollmann D (2006), Computer Security , 3 Ed, Wiley Pfleger CP (2004), Security in Computing , 2
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Galbreath N (2002), Cryptography for Internet and Database Applications: Developing Secret and Public-Key Techniques with Java, Wiley Anderson R (2001), Security Engineering: A Guide to Building Dependable Distributed Systems, Wiley Simmons G J (1992), Contemporary Cryptology: The Science of Information Integrity, IEEE Press D R Stinson (2005), Cryptography: Theory and Practice, 3 Edition, CRC Required Equipment None
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A360CT: Advanced Network Management and Design Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary The module aims to give the student an understanding of the underlying principles involved in network configuration and management. This will include LAN and WAN design, network monitoring withing the context of ethical and legal issues. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On completion of this module the student should be able to: 1. Critically discuss the network manager's role in the light of current practice and likely future developments, including ethical and legal issues relevant to network design and management. 2. Examine maintenance and performance issues in networking including devising strategies and selecting appropriate network monitoring techniques for performance monitoring and improvement in both, direct and remote scenarios. 3. Understand current and emerging network security technologies. Select and apply appropriate network security technologies, including the evaluation of possible solutions to network security threats, and appropriate user management policies and practices. 4. Select and apply appropriate WAN design strategies, critically evaluating different wired and wireless techniques. Indicative Content User Management: User registration, access rights, user groups, security issues. User training and support. Fault management strategies and users. Configuration and Maintenance: Performance monitoring planning and implementation, including an overview of the theoretical background. Selection of protocols and parameters for monitoring. Remote monitoring and its implications in security.Developing a strategy for problem solving. WAN Design and services: Technologies, types of service and service providers. Analysis of requirements and the hierarchical design strategy. Differentiation between wired and wireless approaches. Principles and implementation of Security: Security Policy. Physical Security. Trust Relationships. Social Engineering. Analyzing Network Security, VPN's, Firewalls. Intrusion Detection and forensics. Current Security Solutions. Risk assessment and disaster planning in network management. Current and emerging network security technologies. The future of Network administration: Current and future issues impacting Network administration. Ethical resposibilities and legal liability aspects of network design and management. Future moral and legal liabilities for network security failures. Single 200 250CT or equivalent None

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Essential Reading st Convery S, (2004) Network Security Architectures, 1 edition. Cisco Press. ISBN 158705115X Recommended Reading Stadler R, Stiller B (1999), Active Technologies for Network and Service Management, Springer Verlag Terplan K, Rubinson T C (1998), Network Design, CRC Press Akimaru H, Kawashima K (1999), Teletraffic ,Springer Verlag Cisco Systems Inc. (2003) CCNA 3 and 4 Companion Guide, 3 edition. CISCO Press. ISBN: 1587131137 Malik S, (2002) Network Security Principles and Practices, 1 edition. CISCO Press. ISBN 1587050250 White R, Retana A, Slice D, (2005) Optimal Routing Design, 1 edition. CISCO Press. ISBN 1587051877.
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A380CT: Formal Aspects of Computer Science Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary This module aims to give students a practical and theoretical understanding of the formal foundations of computer science. It includes formal specification of patterns, languages and software components. It describes different models of computation and the issues of computability and program correctness, The module explores the connections between formal specification, formal languages, automata and computability and proofs. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On successful completion of this module, a student should be able to: 1. Use formal notation to specify patterns, languages; 2. Specify and simulate various automata and explain their connection with classes of languages and models of computation 3. Critically appraise formal methods and formal methods tools. 4. Develop software using a fully formal method and associated software tools. 5. Generate proof obligations formal development, and discharge simpler ones manually. Indicative Content Mathematical Backgroud: Review of sets, relations, functions, propositional logic and predicate calculus. Sequence notation for the chosen formal method. Regular expressions and automata: Regular expressions, pattern matching, various classes of Finite State Automata and their equivalence. Limitations of FSA; pumping lemma for regular languages. Automata with memory: Push-Down Automata (FSA with stack memory); Turing Machines (FSA with unlimited random access memory). The Universal Turing Machine. Decidability and computability. Formal Development of Software: Comparative overview of formal methods including motivation for their use. Use of a recognized fromal methodology and supporting software tool (such as Atalier-B). The formal methods lifecycle: abstract specification, its validation by animation, refinement, implementation and automated code generation. Abstract data models using sets, relations and simple library machines. Formal Verification/ proof: Understanding of proof obligations for each stage of the lifecyle, including an introduction to loop vriants and invariants. Identifying and manually discharging simple proof obligations in either Abrials Generalised Subsitution Language (GSL) or Hoares Guarded Command notation. Automated and interactive proofs versus manual proofs. Pre and post conditions and their use in specifications and proof obligations. Weakest pre condition. Single 200 Pre-requisites modules: 124MS and 210CT and ( 210CT or 219CR or 207SE) None

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A395CT: Enterprise Systems Development Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary This module aims to give students an understanding and skills in the area of developing enterprise systems. Enterprise systems are large- scale systems that encompass and integrate the functionality of the various components of an enterprise. The module will examine typical enterprise structure in terms of functional areas and workflow and show how these can be mapped on an enterprise architecture. Industry-standard application software for developing enterprise systems will be studied. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On successful completion of this module, a student should be able to: 1. Analyse and document the architecture of an enterprise 2. Design an information system that encompasses, supports and integrates the functional areas of an enterprise 3. Implement the system using industry-standard software for enterprise applications Indicative Content 1. Understanding the Enterprise Architecture Business: Strategy maps, goals, corporate policies ; Functional decompositions and organizational models; Business processes; organization cycles, periods and timing. Applications: Application software inventories and diagrams; Interfaces between applications: events, messages and data flows Intranet, Extranet, Internet, eCommerce, EDI links with parties within and outside of the organization. Information: Metadata Data models: conceptual, logical, and physical. Technical: Hardware, platforms, and hosting: servers, and where they are kept; Local and wide area networks, Internet connectivity diagrams Infrastructure software: Application servers, DBMS, Operating Systems, network architecture 2. Modelling the Enterprise System The Architecting Process : creating an architecture vision; supporting all functional areas and levels; building cohesive and creative architecture team; evolutionary architecture specification and communication plan. Architectural requirements: integrating business strategy and objectives, business context other environmental factors into architectural strategy; eliciting and documenting functional (i.e., behavioral) requirements and non-functional requirements. Architecture modeling using appropriate tools. Developing architectural views best suited to the various functions at the enterprise scope. Key architectural design principles including: abstraction; separation of concerns; simplicity, and related techniques such as interface hiding and encapsulation; system decomposition principles; interface design. 3 Tools for building the Enterprise System Enterprise systems. Evaluation of different tools and products. Enterprise service oriented architecture; composing applications; ERP systems Typical ERP system modules : Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Financials, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Human Resources, and Warehouse Management. Single 200 200CT or 201KM None

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AUSM18: Dissertation Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary The dissertation builds on AUSM70 'Research Methods' and gives students the opportunity to enact the dissertation designed and approved in the methodology module. The dissertation report will be strategic in nature and around 13,500 words excluding appendices. The dissertation forms a substantial part of the overall study leading to the MBA. Accordingly, a high standard of achievement will be expected and the dissertation should draw on the intellectual and analytical skills and knowledge developed during the course. The module also provides an opportunity for students to develop their interests in a particular area and to demonstrate an ability to undertake individual research. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On completion of this module the student will be able to: 1. Undertake an exercise in independent academic research. 2. Identify an appropriate research problem, investigate, analyse it and draw conclusions/ recommendations capable of being sustained at Masters level. Indicative Content There is no precise indicative content for individual dissertations. This will be agreed between the student and the supervisor. Teaching and Learning A subject adviser will be allocated from the academic staff in the chosen subject area to give guidance and advice. The student and the subject adviser will proceed to agree on an initial detailed project specification and will meet regularly to monitor progress made against the specified schedule and objectives. Method of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) Supervision by subject specialist. Student activity comprises: 5 hours of Tutorial, 475 hours of self guided study Assessment Composition of module mark: Pass requirements: Coursework 100% Coursework must be at least 40% 60 credits, Level-M 150 Pre-requisites module: AUSM 70 NIL

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AUSM20: Project Management Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary Change is endemic in business and organisational settings. Developments such as those in technology and communications have meant that organisations have had the opportunity to transform their products, their markets, their relationships with their customers and suppliers and their organisational processes. Whether organisations are ahead of their field, and wish to maintain that lead, or whether they are reacting to competitive pressure, it is important to be able to plan and manage organisation change projects. This module is designed to introduce students to the complexity of managing change in an organisational environment. It aims to develop the students' understanding of the issues involved in identifying the need for change, planning and implementing change. Intended Module Learning Outcomes The intended learning outcomes are that on completion of this module the student should be able to: 1. Audit a change project, in terms of performance against objectives. 2. Critically evaluate different approaches to project management. 3. Evaluate methods of managing large scale change projects. Indicative Content The module will examine change projects in the context of product development, technological projects, information systems projects and business process re-engineering projects. It will also explore the implications of managing projects on an international scale. The module will include a broad spectrum of approaches to managing projects, from the rational analytical methods, including preparation of a business case, through to 'soft systems methodology' and other 'softer' issues, commonly involved in managing organisational change, such as organisational culture. The following are not discrete topics, but will integrate and overlap through the module: Linking projects to business strategy and objectives Project definition, scope and 'soft systems methodology' Project organisation Project quality Project cost Project scheduling Risk management Project definition Implementation and control Project management systems and methods Project management information systems Communication 15 credits, Level-M 150 NIL NIL

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AUS56EMD Entrepreurship and Innovation Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary This module aims to provide the students with a firm understanding of the theory, practices and importance of Entrepreneurship in both the small to medium enterprise across to larger multinational organisations. It is intended to introduce the students to the current academic research and theories of entrepreneurship including related concepts such as the Techno entrepreneur, the Serial Entrepreneur and more. After this detailed review the module considers the concept of Innovation incorporating the problems faced by the entrepreneur through the innovation process whilst progressing more deeply into innovation within organisations. Intended Module Learning Outcomes The intended learning outcomes are that on completion of this module the student should be able to: 1. evaluate the philosophies and theories behind entrepreneurial behavior, incorporating the entrepreneurial personality. Differentiate between entrepreneurs, techno entrepreneurs, serial entrepreneurs, intra entrepreneurs and minority entrepreneurs, and in addition critically review their similarities, differences and the methods of management of these different groups. 2. critically assess an organizations characteristics that facilitate the innovation process. Plan and implement activities, which will establish an innovative environment within an organizations structure. 3. analyse a companys strategic approach to Innovation Management including company culture and the role of the individual in the process and as a result recommend strategic changes to improve a companys Innovation Management. 4. underpin work with reference to supporting literature, up to date research and appropriate case studies. Indicative Content Entrepreneurship A review and critical appraisal of entrepreneurial theories, behavior, personalities and groupings. A review of materials availible for Entrepreneurial profiling and an understanding of the reliability of these profiles. Development of a strategy for the management of Intrepreneurs within larger organisations Innovation Review and understand the concepts, theories and importance of innovation in an organizational context. To appreciate and discriminate between the tools, techniques and management styles of an organization that facilitate and establish the innovation process and an innovative environment. Develop a strategic approach to managing innovation within an organization. Appreciate the role of the individual in the process of innovation and promote innovation through continuous improvement. Teaching and Learning This module includes a number of teaching and learning techniques which may include: 15 credits, Level-M 150 NIL NIL

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Method Of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) The intended learning outcomes will be assessed as follows: 1. 100% Coursework 2. A two-hour test will assess learning outcome , 2 (30%) 3. Individual Assignment that is related to an extrepreneurial company case study analysis. This assignment will assess learning outcome 3-6. Since the module contains a high proportion of active in-class learning regular attendance is advised. Re-assessment: Coursework as appropriate Assessment: Composition of module mark: coursework 100% Pass requirements: the module pass mark 40% Essential Reading 1. Course notes nd 2. Trott P., (2002), Innovation Management and New Product Development, 2 Edition, FT Prentice Hall. nd 3. Birley S. & Muzyka D. F., (2000), Financial Times Mastering Entrepreneurship, 2 Edition, FT Prentice Hall. Recommended Reading 1. Christensen C.M., (1999), Innovation and the General Manager, 1 Edition, Irwin McGrawHill. rd 2. Lambing P.A. and Kuehl C.R., (2003), Entrepreneurship, 3 Edition, FT Prentice Hall. 3. International Journal of Entrepreneurial Behavior and Research. Required Equipment None Plagiarism Warning Auston deems plagiary totally unacceptable. Plagiarism includes passing the work of others as your own. Do not copy from books, the Internet or other sources, without full acknowledgement of authors and source(s), and the appropriate use of quotation marks. Further, students are not to make their own work available to other students to copy, or for reference purposes. Similarly, students should not solicit or copy the work of other students. Very severe penalties are imposed for acts of plagiary, including immediate expulsion from the Course and permanent prohibition form enrolling in other Auston courses in the future. In addition, all assignments submitted by students would undergo a software plagiarism checking procedure. Papers with a score of 40% and above will be deemed as failed. Please read the Plagiarism section in this Course Policy document. Ask your lecturer to explain plagiary to you should you have any doubts as to its meaning.
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AUSM 58 Financial Analysis for Managers Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary The module will develop the student's ability to use financial information within the strategic framework of a business. It will create an awareness of issues in financial reporting and corporate finance as well as providing a firm basis for further study in finance. It will provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary to evaluate business situations from a financial viewpoint, and enable students to take a full part in financial decision-making and control within an organization Intended Module Learning Outcomes On completion of this module the student will be able to: 1. Evaluate the performance of a company using various financial analytical tools. 2. Analyze different patterns of cost behaviour and apply cost-volume-profit analysis to business decisions. 3. Apply the DCF and other techniques to capital investment decisions. 4. Evaluate divisional performance using both financial and non-financial measures. Indicative Content Understanding financial reports Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow Statement Financial analytical tools Trend analysis, common-size analysis, ratio analysis, industry analysis etc. Cost behaviour Direct and indirect costs; fixed, variable and semi-variable costs; marginal costing; operational gearing or leverage Cost-volume-profit analysis and business decisions Break-even analysis; assumptions and limitations; short-term vs. long-term decisions Capital investment appraisal Accounting rate of return (ARR), payback period, Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) techniques: Net Present Value, Internal Rate of Return and Profitability Index. Divisional performance measurement Centralisation and decentralisation; cost centre, profit centre and investment centre; financial and non-financial performance measures Teaching and Learning This module may be delivered in a variety of ways. It is delivered in traditional format, in which students receive lectures, participate in seminars, group discussions, undertake case studies and scheduled readings. The course will be practically based to ensure students become familiar and confident with financial statements. Considerable emphasis will be placed on formative coursework so the student can use the resources available to find and analyze data. 15 credits 150 None None

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AUSM62: Human Resource Management Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary The purpose of this module is to develop a critical view of human resource management in the context of modern society and modern organisations. The module will review the changing nature of the employment relationship and critically evaluate the potential contribution of HRM to organisational effectiveness and efficiency. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On completion of this module the student will be able to: 1. Critically discuss the foundations of HRM in an international context and its relationship to the traditional practice of personnel management and industrial relations. 2. Critically discuss the application of key areas of HR practice, such as strategic planning, resourcing, development, motivation and reward. 3. Analyse and evaluate HR practice in contemporary work situations, drawing to critically argued conclusions and proposing recommendations. Indicative Content The Impact of national Culture; Culture and Organizational life. Comparative HRM: Recruitment and Selection, Reward, Training & Development, Flexibility and Work-Life balance. Comparative HRM: traditional practice of personnel management and industrial relations International HRM: Theory and practice. Managing Diversity in International Working. New Developments in International HRM. 15 credits, Level-M 150 NIL NIL

Teaching and Learning A varied range of teaching and learning methods will be utilized to support the delivery of this module. These will include formal lectures, case studies and problem-solving exercises with group and/or one-to-one discussions, informal group presentations and individual written assignments. There will be a strong emphasis on the use of critical analysis and critical thinking methodology as a means of discussing and debating the module content. Method of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) Coursework (50%)- An individual coursework assignment of no more than 2,500 words will summatively assess intended learning outcomes 1-3 Examination (50%)- A two- hour closed book examination will summatively assess intended learning outcomes 1-3 Re-assessment: Coursework and/or examination as appropriate

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AUSM85: Marketing Management Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary This module is designed to provide students with an in-depth knowledge of the component parts of marketing, particularly so as marketing, more than any other business functions, deals with customers/consumers. The components of marketing will be explored from the perspective of the two main sectors of most economies, manufacturing and services. The exploration of marketing will be underpinned by drawing upon the rich theoretical heritage that the subject supplies. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On completion of this module the student will be able to: 1. Appreciate the contribution of marketing to a diverse range of organisations; 2. Demonstrate knowledge of the benefits and limitations of the tools and techniques employed in marketing management 3. Evaluate the changing nature of marketing and critically assess the contribution of these changes to marketing practice. Indicative Content Evaluate modern marketing within the organisation and marketing management as an organisational process. Explore the importance of segmentation and buyer behaviour when exploring market opportunities. Synthesize the models, tools and techniques available to marketing managers and their use in developing marketing strategy. Assess the controllable variables open to marketing mangers and their use within a competitive marketing framework. Evaluate the various elements of the marketing mix and how they impact marketing decisions. Explore the concept of services marketing and how it differs from the requirement of fmcg marketing. 15 credits, Level-M 150 NIL NIL

Teaching and Learning The module will employ a variety of methods (formal lectures, group presentations, seminars, problem-solving exercises) as appropriate. Much work will be case-study-based, and will encourage individuals to contribute effectively to group collaborative learning. Students are encouraged to actively participate in all the activities. The whole tutorial session should be seen as a climate conducive to understanding the important concepts and applications of theory. Method of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) Coursework (50%) An individual coursework assignment of no more than 2,500 words will summatively assess intended learning outcome 1. Examination (50%) - a two-hour closed book examination will summatively assess intended learning outcomes 1, 2 and 3.

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Essential Reading Kotler, P. (2006). Marketing management: an Asian Perspective. 4 Edition. Prentice Hall Adcock, D, Halborg, A & Ross, C (2001). Marketing: Principles and Practice, 4th Edition, Financial Times/Prentice Hall The Harvard Style Guide (2006). Downloadable from the Harvard Style website: Centre for Academic Writing (2006) Harvard Style Guide [online] Available from http://www.coventry.ac.uk/caw [12th September 2006] Journal Article Mcdonald, M (1996) "Strategic marketing Planning: Theory, Practice & Research agendas". : Journal of marketing Mgt 12, pp 5-27 (electronic file). Cespedes.F.V & Piercy. N.F (1996) "Implementing Marketing Strategy". : Journal of marketing management, 12 pp, 135 - 156 (electronic file). Cravens, DW\.(1998). "Examining the impact of Market-based strategy". : Journal of strategic marketing , 6 (3), pp 197- 208 (electronic file). Required Equipment None Plagiarism Warning Auston deems plagiary totally unacceptable. Plagiarism includes passing the work of others as your own. Do not copy from books, the Internet or other sources, without full acknowledgement of authors and source(s), and the appropriate use of quotation marks. Further, students are not to make their own work available to other students to copy, or for reference purposes. Similarly, students should not solicit or copy the work of other students. Very severe penalties are imposed for acts of plagiary, including immediate expulsion from the Course and permanent prohibition form enrolling in other Auston courses in the future. In addition, all assignments submitted by students would undergo a software plagiarism checking procedure. Papers with a score of 40% and above will be deemed as failed. Please read the Plagiarism section in this Course Policy document. Ask your lecturer to explain plagiary to you should you have any doubts as to its meaning. Any student submitting the above assignment shall be deemed to have read this warning. Very severe penalties, including probable expulsion, shall apply for a first offence
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AUSM01AV: Global Issues in the Airline Industry Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary This module provides the opportunity for students to explore a wide range of topical issues that affect the operation and management of an airline and the development of the industry as a whole. These include advances in technology, human factors, political and environmental issues. Guest lectures by experts that include industry-based specialists will form the basis of the teaching element of the module. Students will be given the opportunity to develop their understanding of particular topics covered in the module through an in-depth research study on which they will be assessed. Intended Module Learning Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to: 1. Discuss a wide range of current issues affecting the airline industry. 2. Evaluate the impacts of internal and external factors on the operation and management of an airline and discuss the associated opportunities and risks to the business. 3. Conduct an in-depth research study into a topic of current interest to the aviation industry and present and discuss the findings in the form of a management report. 4. Make recommendations for future action that demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the economic, technical, human and regulatory factors affecting an issue. Indicative Content The indicative content is not intended to be prescriptive as the emphasis of the module is on the exploration of current issues. Example topics include: Pollution and environmental management: Aircraft emissions and global warming, fuel consumption and efficiency, noise pollution, infrastructure and landuse, capacity and congestion. Airport security Airline security policy, economic regulation and price controls, access control, information use, passenger and luggage screening technologies (millimetre-wave scanners, biometrics, thermal imaging, RFID), human factors, staff training. Travel and tourism The increasing influence of low-cost carriers, services to leisure destinations, packaging the travel experience, increasing connectivity between airlines, airports and tourism agencies. Human factors in aviation Physiological and psychological issues, ergonomics, design, measuring performance, human error in aviation accidents, commercial pilot fatigue, airline training simulators and simulation fidelity. Health and safety Regulatory and legal framework, safety management systems and accident investigation, passenger rights and responsibilities. 15 Credits, Level M 150 None None

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Reassessment: Coursework as appropriate to achieve all learning outcomes. Assessment Composition of module mark: Pass requirements: Recommended Reading Trade & industry and academic journals such as: Airline Business, ISSN 2068-7615, Reed Business Information Ltd Air Transport World, ISSN 0002-2543, ATW Media Group Air Liner World, Key Publishing Ltd Aviation Business, National Air Transport Association (NATA) Plagiarism Warning Auston deems plagiary totally unacceptable. Plagiarism includes passing the work of others as your own. Do not copy from books, the Internet or other sources, without full acknowledgement of authors and source(s), and the appropriate use of quotation marks. Further, students are not to make their own work available to other students to copy, or for reference purposes. Similarly, students should not solicit or copy the work of other students. Very severe penalties are imposed for acts of plagiary, including immediate expulsion from the Course and permanent prohibition form enrolling in other Auston courses in the future. In addition, all assignments submitted by students would undergo a software plagiarism checking procedure. Papers with a score of 40% and above will be deemed as failed. Please read the Plagiarism section in this Course Policy document. Ask your lecturer to explain plagiary to you should you have any doubts as to its meaning. 100% Coursework Module Mark must be at least 40%

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AUSM40AV: Aviation Strategy Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary This module introduces students to the theories and practice of strategic management and explores the application of business strategy principles and practice in the aviation industry with specific reference to current developments in international and national aviation businesses. Methods for analysing resources and strategic capability through internal and external audit, and for generating, evaluating and selecting options in relation to an organisation's structure and strategy, will be explored. Finally, the module provides an introduction to the problems inherent in strategy implementation. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On successful completion of this module the student should be able to: 1. Assess the linkages between industry trends and strategic opportunities for aviation development and propose appropriate tactics and strategies for change. 2. Apply the complex skills and knowledge necessary to define the strategic choices that face an aviation organisation and apply one or more strategic decision-making models to evaluate an aviation business strategy. 3. Critically identify the barriers to the implementation of strategic choices and identify appropriate strategies for managing change. 4. Evaluate national and international policy and planning issues in aviation and formulate opinions regarding the impact of current and future aviation policy in different world regions. Indicative Content Principles of strategic management: The schools of management thought. Strategic analysis: environmental and competitive analysis, resources and capability, analysing competitive and core competencies, value chain analysis and benchmarking. Organisational structure. Stakeholder analysis. Strategic choice: role of strategic business units, corporate portfolio management, competing growth strategies: cost cutting and de-layering the organisation. Strategies to optimise use of resources, profit potential and competitive advantage. Strategy evaluation. Strategy implementation: Preparing resource plans, resource allocation and control, role of information in monitoring and control of policies. Managing Change: theories of change management, individual perspective, group dynamics, open systems. 3-step model. Motivation and team development, profiling the change agent. Business strategy in the aviation industry: Application of strategic analysis and policy development, macro-environmental analysis, competitive analysis of mergers and alliances, entry strategies of new low-cost airlines. Evaluation of aviation business strategy plans. Key policy and planning issues in aviation: supply and demand, network development and planning, airspace organisation and optimisation, accessibility, social and environmental issues, sustainability. Global aviation systems: the impact of policy and planning by governments on both industrialised and developing nations and the future of aviation in different world regions: 15 Credits, Level M 150 None None

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AUSM81AV: Airport Operations Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary The module views airports as complex systems aimed at delivering a service to passengers and air freight. The main operational procedures for handling air cargo and passenger throughput in airport terminals are presented. The module also explores how physical characteristics impose constraints on aircraft, the services provided to airlines, to passengers in the terminal buildings, and to air cargo companies. Students will be introduced to the design and management problems relating to these facilities that result from the factors identified. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On successful completion of this module the student should be able to: 1. Critically assess the consequences of physical design and capacity limitations of terminal design on the throughput of passengers. 2. Critically assess the consequences of physical design and capacity limitations of airport layout on the handling of aircraft. 3. Model, analyse, and evaluate critically, the requirements of air cargo operations and the facilities required. 4. Produce one element of an airport operations manual within a selected regulatory framework. Indicative Content Airport physical structure: Design of airports, land-use and access issues environmental issues, noise control, passenger handling configurations. Factors affecting airport capacity, effect of restructuring of commercial air carriers, large aircraft. Traffic peaks and airline rescheduling; IATA policy. Airport operations and management: The components of an airport, terminal building utilisation, support services; crew, passenger, aircraft. ICAO standards and recommended practices, cargo handling, passenger control; passenger services, security control, fuelling, catering supplies; performance measurement, regulation, certification by CAA and FAA. Airport operations manual. Airport finance: airline and non-aeronautical charges, concessions, funding. Airspace and aircraft management: ATC operations and procedures, international regulations. Slot allocations, means of distribution, ownership, impact upon scheduled and charter services. Effect of aircraft dimensions on departure and approach performance, aircraft handling. Airport layout, runway geometry. Ramp/taxiway/runway constraints; aircraft ramp servicing. Approach/landing aids, lighting; ground work for safe and effective navigation and airplanes in the airport. Passenger operations: Airside operations: ground handling, passenger handling, ramp handling; division of ground handling responsibilities, control of efficiency. Baggage handling systems, inbound and outbound. Terminal operations: direct passenger services, airline related services and functions, technical services, information systems, aids to circulation. Airport access, modal choice, within-airport movements, off-airport terminal functions. 15 Credits, Level M 150 None None

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Air cargo operations: Air cargo agents, freight forwarders. Unit load device, pallets, containers. Air cargo rates and charges; TACT rules, types of charges, commodity restrictions. Cargo acceptance, documents of carriage, booking procedures, allotments. Import and export declarations, licensing controls, permits and controls. Transhipment cargos. Teaching and Learning New material and knowledge will be introduced via lectures and student-centred seminars. Knowledge application by directed case studies and simulation modelling. Method of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) Learning Outcome 2 3

Assessment Design, analysis and modelling project (70%) Operations procedure manual (30%)

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AUSM84AV: Airline Operations Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary This module outlines the organisation of the airline industry and the various factors that affect the management and operation of international and regional carriers. The problem of financing airline operations and investment, and the different marketing strategies used by airline business are also introduced. The interdependence between airlines, aircraft manufacturers, and airport authorities is explored. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On successful completion of this module, students should be able to: 1. Research, assess and draw conclusions about the factors in the business environment that will most affect the development of airline businesses in the next twenty years. 2. Assess the impact of the various regulatory requirements on the economics of airline businesses. 3. Analyse and evaluate the financial arrangements of a typical airline. 4. Recommend a marketing strategy for an airline business based on an analysis of the marketing mix. Indicative Content Influencing factors on airline businesses: Impact of domestic government; monetary, environmental, foreign and regulatory policies. Impact of non-domestic governments; USA industrial might, EEC, GATT, IMF, deregulation. Impact of random influences; natural disasters, war, fuel crises, technological advances. Impact of CAA, SIGs, regulatory bodies, professional bodies, Euronav, RNav. Chicago 44, Seaman's rights extensions. Bilateral/Trilaterals, Bermuda Agreement. The significance of Freedoms of the Air, air service agreements, liberalization, open skies, clear skies, approaches used by the airline industry to overcome restrictions. The interaction of airline companies, aircraft manufacturers and airport authorities: Airline fleets and fleet planning; nature of airline products and the interrelationships between competitive forces, government regulations. Economics of airline operations: Current trends, open skies, mergers and alliances, low-cost passenger operations, state-owned airlines. Demand for air travel, route networks, scheduling through hubs, destinations, international route rights, bilaterals, route licensing, service levels, cargo capability. Commercial planning for new air routes: financial aspects of new route/airline start-ups, pricing structures, aircraft selection issues. Route performance analysis. Financing airline companies: Industry financial performance, the economics of international and regional carriers, cyclical nature of the airline industry. Labour and fuel costs, foreign currency exchange, structure of aeronautical charges and costs. Low-cost airlines. Sources of finance, aircraft leasing, aircraft securitisation. Airline valuation, airline privatisation, 15 Credits, Level M 150 None None

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Airline marketing: The marketing mix in the airline industry, relationship marketing, loyalty schemes; airline fare construction, scheduling, ticketing and reservation systems. Product design and development, pricing, marketing distribution, selling and advertising policies. Teaching and Learning Basic principles and facts will be provided through lectures. Laboratory work will focus on computer simulations of aviation operation and businesses to demonstrate principles in action. Tutorials will be used to discuss typical problem situations faced in airline operations. Method of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) Assessment Individual research paper on the industry In-class test (case study analysis) Weight 70% 30% 1 Learning Outcome 2 3 4

Reassessment: Coursework as appropriate to achieve all learning outcomes. Assessment Composition of module mark: Pass requirements: Essential Reading Doganis, R (2005), The Airline Business in the 21 Century, 2 Recommended Reading Doganis, R (2002), Flying Off Course: The Economics of International Airlines, 3 Edition, Routledge Wells, AT and Wensveen (2004), Air Transportation: A Management Perspective, Thomson Learning Hanlon, P (2006), Global Airlines: Competition in a Transnational Industry, 3 Edition, Butterworth-Heinmann Shaw, S (2004), Airline Marketing and Management, 5 Edition, Ashgate Morrell, PS (2007), Airline Finance, 3rd Edition, Ashgate Hall S et al., (1997), Aircraft Financing, 3 Edition, Euromoney Publications Button, K. (2000), Air Transport Networks: Theory and Policy Implications (Transport Economics, Management and Policy series), Edward Elgar Publishing Selected ICAO publications Required Equipment None
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Plagiarism Warning Auston deems plagiary totally unacceptable. Plagiarism includes passing the work of others as your own. Do not copy from books, the Internet or other sources, without full acknowledgement of authors and source(s), and the appropriate use of quotation marks. Further, students are not to make their own work available to other students to copy, or for reference purposes. Similarly, students should not solicit or copy the work of other students. Very severe penalties are imposed for acts of plagiary, including immediate expulsion from the Course and permanent prohibition form enrolling in other Auston courses in the future. In addition, all assignments submitted by students would undergo a software plagiarism checking procedure. Papers with a score of 40% and above will be deemed as failed. Please read the Plagiarism section in this Course Policy document. Ask your lecturer to explain plagiary to you should you have any doubts as to its meaning.

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AUSM14EM Lean Operations Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary Lean Manufacture is based upon the principle of eliminating waste at all levels throughout the manufacturing system. This module reviews the skills and techniques required to analyse manufacturing systems and to design improved methods and layouts. It will use value stream mapping to understand and appraise the current state. Future state mapping will be used to develop a vision of value added flow. The focus of this module will be on the application of the techniques through case studies and industrial experience, and will identify the benefits to be gained by their successful implementation. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On completion of this module the student should be able to: 1. 2. 3. 4. Critically review and evaluate the application of lean techniques in the management and control of various manufacturing and service environments. Apply creative problem solving, manufacturing process design, and Kaizen (continuous improvement) methods. Use appropriate analytical techniques to identify and eliminate the seven types of wastes apparent in a manufacturing and service systems Use value stream mapping to appraise the current state and to develop a vision for the future 15 credits 150 None None

Indicative Content Production systems and lean methodologies Lean operations and strategy, importance of cross functional strategy Craft, mass, lean and agile production systems. Lean and Kaizen principles, pull versus push systems and Kanban control. JIT systems. Toyota production System, Ford production System, Lean thinking steps Lean and Kaizen tools and techniques Waste identification and elimination techniques: 7+ wastes, Pareto, product flow analysis, string diagrams, cluster analysis, non value added analysis, Single minute exchange of die (SMED), QCD and lead-time issues Layout planning for facilities including the warehouse Line balancing, yamazumi boards, 5 S, poke yoke, Kanban, visual controls Lean manufacturing process design Value stream mapping: Current state mapping, future state mapping and implementation plans Standardised work: Standard operations, capacity charts, walk diagrams Manufacturing cell design: Flow lines, nagare cells, standard cells, work allocation, cell layout Lean and Kaizen cultural and change requirements Organisational and working cultures for Lean and Kaizen Management of change

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Slack, N., Chambers, S & Johnston, R. (2004), Operations Management, 4th Edition. Prentice Hall/ Financial Times Plagiarism Warning Auston deems plagiary totally unacceptable. Plagiarism includes passing the work of others as your own. Do not copy from books, the Internet or other sources, without full acknowledgement of authors and source(s), and the appropriate use of quotation marks. Further, students are not to make their own work available to other students to copy, or for reference purposes. Similarly, students should not solicit or copy the work of other students. Very severe penalties are imposed for acts of plagiary, including immediate expulsion from the Course and permanent prohibition form enrolling in other Auston courses in the future. In addition, all assignments submitted by students would undergo a software plagiarism checking procedure. Papers with a score of 40% and above will be deemed as failed. Please read the Plagiarism section in this Course Policy document. Ask your lecturer to explain plagiary to you should you have any doubts as to its meaning.

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AUSM27EM Manufacturing Strategy Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary Increasingly companies in global markets are competing through manufacturing, and to be able to do this their strategies for manufacturing must support the companys marketing objectives and be able to provide a competitive advantage in the marketplace. This postgraduate module is designed to pursue the linkages between a companys manufacturing strategy and its corporate strategy. The module equips participants with an overview of corporate strategy, and a more detailed understanding of manufacturing strategy. It prepares them for taking a strategic role within a manufacturing organisation Intended Module Learning Outcomes On completion of this module the student will be able to: 1. Appreciate the process of setting corporate/company objectives and of crafting strategy. 2. Understand the basic content of, and recognise and appreciate the significance of, the linkages between marketing, manufacturing and corporate/company strategy. 3. Understand the concepts underpinning the theory of manufacturing strategy and how a manufacturing strategy can contribute to business performance and competitive advantage. 4. Evaluate individual elements of a manufacturing strategy and with this knowledge/capability, be able to apply a conceptual framework or methodology for its development/refinement. 5. Demonstrate capability to potentially improve a company's business performance. This capability will be evident through the successful application to the assignment case study of theory, knowledge and appropriate analytical and deductive skills developed during the module. The outcome will be justified improvements to the strategies of the case manufacturing company. Indicative Content definition, nature and objectives of strategy corporate strategy concepts, theories, models and tools of analysis analysis of corporate strategy case studies definition of manufacturing strategy links between manufacturing strategy and company strategy contribution of manufacturing strategy to business performance and competitive advantage manufacturing strategy theories framework for developing and analyzing manufacturing strategy Process choice Product profiling Manufacturing focus Manufacturing infrastructure Supporting methodology for the design of a manufacturing strategy 15 credits 150 None None

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AUS58EM Quality and Environmentional Management Systems Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary This module is designed to discuss, analyse and investigate the operation of quality and environmental systems within and between manufacturing companies. The module will allow students to evaluate the opportunities such systems give to organisations to allow world class manufacturing methodologies to function, continuously improve and meet diverse stakeholder needs and requirements. The module will discuss the need for and structure of organisational systems. Allow students to critical analyse tsystems with reference to organisational failures.This systems approch will be synthasied to form the basis of understanding worldclass quality and environmental management systems. The module will conclude with the organisational mechanism that allow optiomal deployment of these systems, empasising the human interactions that are required for adoption, operation and development. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On completion of this module the student should be able to: 1. 2. 3. 4. Analyse the value of systems management models within the context of Worldclass organisations Discuss the factors that affect systems performance in achieving organisational goals Critically appraise quality systems implementation and application Critically appraise Environmental systems implementation and application 15 credits 150 None None

Indicative Content The following topics will be covered: Worldclass Organisational Measures and Objectives The Strategic, realisation and operational links required for world class operations. The relationship to performance measures (balanced score card process) as systems outputs The general principles systems engineering System modeling, considering system functions of reproducability, stability and sustainability in terms of value, value streams, information flow, and validation. A review of systems failures Analysis of systems failure modes and resulting outcomes. The role of management in the operation of organisational systems. Quality systems in operation The structure and operation of generic quality systems (QMS) (ISO9000:2000/9004:2000, TS16949, ISO9100:2000) Environmental systems in Operation The structure and operation of generic environmental systems (EMS) (ISO14000 family) The Cultural Aspects of systems operation Motivation and cultural issues for successful systems integration, implementation and continued development

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AUSM40IT: IS/IT Strategy Module size Module size (ECTS) Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary This module considers how information technology and information systems enable organisations to evolve in order to achieve their strategic objectives. The alignment of business and IS/IT strategies is viewed as crucial to the success of both individual projects and to the development of the organisation itself. The management and co-ordination of large-scale IS/IT projects and programmes are viewed against the background of current best practice and in the context of internal IS/IT strategies. The human aspects of change are examined: from stakeholders at one extreme, to the role and characteristics of the organisational change agent at the other. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On successful completion of this module the student should be able to: 1. assess the need for change within an organisation and propose appropriate tactics and strategies with particular reference to information systems and information technology applications and projects demonstrate a mastery of the complex skills and knowledge necessary to evaluate one or more strategic decision-making models. critically define the strategic choices that face organisations, using advanced skills in conducting research. critically identify the barriers to the implementation of strategic choices. 15 Credits, Level M 7.5 Credits, Second Cycle 150 None None

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AUSM81IT: M-Commerce Module size Module size (ECTS) Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary This module seeks to provide the student with an appreciation of the nature and scope of mobile commerce applications. Mobile commerce terminology, technical issues and business models are introduced and explored. A number of business-to-business, business-to-consumer and business-to-employee mobile commerce models and example applications are considered. The critical success factors for mobile commerce initiatives are investigated. Internet marketing and promotion techniques are introduced. Data integration standards are examined. Strategies, characteristics and techniques for developing and deploying mobile commerce applications are explored. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On successful completing this module a student should be able to: 1. 2. 3. 4. Apply understanding of the underlying principles, tools and techniques to discuss and evaluate the impact of M-commerce and the applications that support it. Strategically align business models and objectives with M-commerce solutions. Analyse business and functional requirements, investigate and recommend mobile solutions. Critically review legal, political and social issues that apply to mobile commerce. 15 credits, Level M 7.5 Credits, Second Cycle 150 None None

Indicative Content The nature of Mobile Technologies: Mobile technology and its characteristics and properties. Obstacles and trends in mobile working. Business rationale for mobile commerce. Identifying the M-commerce value chain. The supply chain and its relevance to Mobile technology. A comparison of M commerce with traditional and E-commerce business models. Strategic alignment with the business to mobile solutions. Value and return. Developing mobile solutions. Commercial communication networks: Nature of commercial communications. Telecommunications and networks, such as media types, standards, devices etc. Wireless Application Protocol (WAP): context and usage. Wireless Mark Up language (WML) structure and usage. Wireless applications: Push and Pull services, e-cash, e-banking, M-commerce for businesses (B2B, B2C, collaboration). Content management systems and profiling target audiences. Security issues; Pervasive and embedded mobile systems. Social, legal and ethical considerations: Ethical positioning with regards to the opportunities of mobile technologies. Social response and trends. Legal framework considerations such as privacy, rights, confidentiality, data protection. Future trends.

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Teaching and Learning A combination of lectures, seminars, guided tutorials and a range of student centred learning techniques will be used.

Method of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) Assessment Written assignment on M-commerce applications, objectives and solutions Time constrained test Weighting 70% 30% 1 2 3 4

Reassessment: coursework as appropriate to achieve all learning outcomes Assessment Composition of module mark: Pass requirements: Essential Reading None Recommended Reading Turban, E, King, D, Lee, JK and Viehland, D (2006) Electronic Commerce a Managerial th Perspective, 4 Edition, Prentice Hall Trott, P (2004) Innovation Management and New Product Development, 3 Edition, FT-Prentice Hall Elliott, G and Phillips, N (2003) Mobile Commerce and Wireless Computing Systems, Addison Wesley Deitel, HM, Deitel, PJ, Nieto, TR and Steinbuhler, K (2002) Wireless Internet & Mobile Business How to Program, Prentice Hall Required Equipment None
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AUSM84IT: Information Security Module size Module size (ECTS) Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary This module provides students with an appreciation of information security concepts and an understanding of how they are applied using Internet technologies. The importance of a security policy is considered and client-side, data-transmission, server and operating system security vulnerabilities are examined in-depth. Students will gain a thorough understanding of the threats posed to businesses due to security risks and an understanding of the legal, policy and technical approaches that are necessary to mitigate such risks. The module also introduces forensic computing techniques to identify, extract, document, interpret and preserve computer media as digital evidence or to analyse the root cause of security breaches. Through this students will gain an understanding of methods used to monitor data processing devices for unauthorised use. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On successful completion of this module a student should be able to: 1. critically evaluate the role of a security policy for protecting information assets and be able to propose appropriate security policies to defend those assets based on an understanding of security concepts and their application to Internet-based technologies. select appropriate techniques to determine whether a data processing device has been used for illegal, unauthorised or unusual activities and propose appropriate methods for automatic monitoring discuss global legislation that relates to information security and explain it influences the security policy of an organisation demonstrate a sound understanding of a wide range of current research and technological advances in network security. 15 Credits, Level M 7.5 Credits, Second Cycle 150 None None

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Indicative Content Current and emerging security related web-technologies e.g. TLS, IPSec, IPv6: Introduction to Information security concepts including roles and responsibilities, common threats and issues specific to the Internet, Intranets and e-commerce. Security policy and security management: Guiding principles of information security, e.g. ISO/IEC 17799. Developing pragmatic security policies and ensuring universal participation. Implementing and maintaining information security within the enterprise. Law and investigation: Why legal compliance is necessary. Global legislative and public policy activity. Applying legal remedies. Legal implications for incident response. Cryptography and digital certificates: Cryptographic concepts, algorithms and attacks. Digital Signatures and Digital Certificates. The Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) and its problems. Client-side threats, web server security, and operating system security: Concepts, problems and issues. Policy and technical approaches to securing each layer.

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Forensic computing: Detection, identification, collection, preservation, analysis and presentation of digital evidence. Techniques for monitoring data processing devices. Teaching and Learning A combination of lectures, practical laboratory sessions, seminars, guided tutorials and a range of student centred learning techniques will be used. Method of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) The assignment will normally require a critical appraisal using the range of concepts and analytical tools introduced during the module, together with a review of relevant literature. Assessment Weigh t 1 Coursework assignment Time constrained test 70% 30% Learning Outcomes 2 3 4

Reassessment: Coursework as appropriate to achieve all learning outcomes. Assessment Composition of module mark: 100% Coursework Pass requirements: Module Mark must be at least 40% Essential Reading Whitman, M and Mattord, H. (2007), Management of Information Security, 2nd Edition, Course Technology Recommended Reading Greenstein, M, Vasarhelyi, M (2004) Electronic Commerce: Security Risk Management And rd Control, 3 Edition, McGraw-Hill Pfleeger, CP, Pfleeger, SL (2006) Security in Computing, 4 Edition, Prentice Hall Shema, M, Davis, C, Philipp, A, and Cowen, D (2006) Anti-Hacker Tool Kit, 3 Edition, McGrawHill Dhillon, G. (2006), Principles of Information Systems Security: Texts and Cases, John Wiley Required Equipment None
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AUSM25SL: Supply Chain Management Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary This module explores the nature, role and contribution of supply chain management and its application to industrial and consumer-based supply chains. It equips the student with an understanding of supply chain management from both a customer and supplier perspective, and aims to prepare them for a managerial role in a supply organisation. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On completion of this module the student should be able to: 1. 2. 3. 4. Critically appraise how supply chain management and supplier development can contribute to business performance and competitive advantage Critically evaluate planning and sourcing decisions. Critically evaluate making and delivery decisions. Identify and discuss future trends and issues in global supply chain management. 15 Credits, M Level 150 None None

Indicative Content Supply chain concepts: Definition, nature, scope and objectives of supply chain management, relationship with business strategy, contribution to business performance and competitive advantage. Flows of material, money and information. Creating and delivering customer value through the supply chain: Demand-driven and responsive supply chain strategies. Creating the agile supply chain, building blocks of the agile paradigm, differences between 'lean' and 'agile'. Strategic lead-time management, time compression, removing non-value adding time from the pipeline. Planning and sourcing: Demand forecasting, planning demand and supply. Make or buy strategy, outsourcing, sourcing decisions, pricing and revenue management. Purchasing and procurement management, partnership sourcing. Managing the global pipeline: challenges of global supply chains, pros and cons of global sourcing and offshore manufacturing, impact of globalisation on the total supply chain. Making and delivering: 'Push' and 'Pull' scheduling. Planning and managing inventories: economies of scale and the cycle inventory, managing uncertainty and the safety inventory, determining optimal level of product availability. Materials resource planning (MRP) and just-in-time systems (JIT). Managing supply chain networks and relationships: The supply chain as an interdependent network of organisations jointly delivering customer value, support from information technology, e-business systems, supply chain 'orchestration'. Overcoming barriers to supply chain integration: fundamental business transformations required to enable supply chain integration to become a reality. Supply chain risk and vulnerability, improving supply chain resilience. Characteristics of effective supply chains: supply chain performance: drivers, metrics and measurement.

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Teaching and Leaning A combination of lectures, class exercises and case studies will be used during this module. Method of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) Assessment Individual assignment based on the analysis of a case study Library-based research investigation and report Weight 60% 40% 1 Learning Outcomes 2 3 4

Reassessment: Coursework as appropriate to achieve all learning outcomes. Assessment Composition of module mark: Pass requirements: Essential Reading Chopra, S and Meindl, P (2007), Supply Chain Management: Strategy, Planning, and Operation, rd 3 Edition, Prentice-Hall Recommended Reading Slack N; Chambers S and Johnston R. (2006), Operations Management, 5 Edition, FT Prentice Hall Taylor, D and Brunt, D. (2000), Manufacturing Operations and Supply Chain Management: The Lean Approach, Thomson Learning Christopher M. (2004), Logistics and Supply Chain Management, 3 Edition, FT Prentice-Hall Ford D. et al (2003), Managing Business Relationships, 2 Womack JP and Jones DT. (2003), Lean Thinking, 2
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Recommended Journals Journal of Supply Chain Management Journal of Purchasing and Supply Management International Journal of Logistics and Distribution Management International Journal of Operations and Production Management Sloan Management Review Harvard Business Review Supply Chain Management Review Required Equipment None

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AUSM31SL: Logistics Operations Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary This module addresses basic functions and elements related to logistics and the associated distribution systems involved in handling freight in local, national, and international contexts. The material covered relates to procurement and inventory management, warehousing and storage, materials management and the operation of freight transport systems. The concept of the supply chain within which these activities are managed, the importance of coordinating both physical and information flows and the support provided by IT systems are explored. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On completion of this module, a student will be able to: 1. 2. 3. 4. analyse and critically evaluate a range of logistics practices applied across different industries and geographical situations. evaluate inventory holding and replenishment policy in relation to other logistics functions and business constraints. evaluate and select an appropriate transport mode strategy for an organisation, including both national and international distribution requirements. recommend and justify the selection of a monitoring and control system for selected aspects of the supply chain in various types of organisation. 15 Credits, Level M 150 None None

Indicative Content Concepts of logistics and distribution, examples of current practice: Elements of logistics and distribution including shipping, warehousing, multi modal, retail, primary and secondary distribution operations; total logistics and the supply chain; globalisation and integration; customer service as a driver of policy. Application areas such as manufacturing, retailing, lean and agile logistics practices. Procurement and inventory decisions: Inventory planning and management; implications for the supply chain; manufacturing materials handling. Procurement objectives; managing suppliers; warehouse storage, packaging and materials handling systems; use of IT systems. Freight transport and distribution: International logistics; factors affecting modal choice; inter-modal operations; transportation service characteristics, typical regulations. Routing and scheduling. Information systems in logistics: Monitoring and control; use of IT in communication, supply chain planning and distribution. Impact of trading using the Internet. Teaching and Learning The course will use lectures to explore individual logistics operations, technology and management. Case studies will be used to present a range of examples of the management of logistics operations in practice. Lectures and case study materials provide the resources to support project-focused discussion of real world logistics operations.

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Method Of Assessment (normally assessed as follows) Assessment Time constrained test Written assignment (case study involving the production of a business policy for distribution management and the use of IT systems to support logistics operations) Weight 30% 70% Learning Outcomes 1 2 3 4

Reassessment: by an individual assignment as appropriate to achieve all the learning outcomes. Assessment Composition of module mark: Pass requirements: Essential Reading Rushton A et al (2006) The Handbook of Logistics and Distribution Management, 3 Edition, Kogan Page Recommended Reading Bowersox, DJ et al (2006) Supply Chain Logistics Management, 2
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Ogden. I, Fawcett. P & McLeish. R (1998) Logistics Management, FT-Prentice Hall Christopher. M, (2004) Logistics & Supply Chain Management, 3 Edition, FT Prentice Hall Quale. M, Jones. B, (2002) Logistics: An Integrated Approach, Liverpool Business Publishing Required Equipment None
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AUSM32SL: Strategic Logistics Management Module size Total student study hours Pre-requisites and co-requisites Excluded Combinations Aims and Summary This module presents a variety of strategies appropriate for addressing problems in logistics management in local, national, and global businesses. Students will be encouraged to analyse and evaluate a range of different supply chain and logistics strategies and consider how they may be used to achieve competitive advantage. Intended Module Learning Outcomes On completion of this module the student should be able to: 1. evaluate a variety of strategic approaches to logistics management and propose appropriate tactics and strategies within the context of different industries and economies, and new technologies demonstrate a mastery of the complex skills and knowledge necessary to evaluate one or more strategic decision-making models critically define the strategic choices that face organisations, using advanced skills in conducting research critically identify the barriers to the implementation of strategic choices 15 Credits, Level M 150 None None

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Indicative Content Analysis of strategic position of logistics within the firm: Recognise the elements of logistics management and key methods of strategic analysis (SWOT, PEST), including environmental analysis, resource based analysis (core competencies), portfolios (Ansoff, BCG matrices) and industry analysis (Porters value chain, five forces) to identify the strategic position of logistics within a firm. Evaluation of strategic approaches to logistics management: Evaluation of approaches to business and corporate strategy. Compare to logistics and supply chain management strategy. Define different levels of generic strategies found in logistics including operational, tactical and functional. Analysis of issues relevant to the development of strategies. Examine logistics organisation development, functional aggregation, process integration and virtual organisations. Formulate and evaluate logistics strategies, including push & pull, lean & agile strategies. Implementation of logistics strategies: Integration of logistics strategy within the supply chain. Problems of change management and the effect of implementation on capital, technical and human resources. Management problems unique to logistics including geographical dispersion of operations and globalisation issues. Examine the problems of multiple interfaces with business process and managing relationships between and within organisations. Measuring and benchmarking logistics performance to check if strategic change is successful. Strategic significance of new technologies & trends: Recognise new technology and business practice continually change the business environment. Use scenario planning to examine the possible future significance of globalisation, efficient consumer response, agile supply chains, fourth-party logistics, internet trading, radio frequency data tagging & wireless technologies.

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Teaching and Learning The module will rely on lectures to explain the concepts and methods of integration, management and planning. Case studies will be used to present a range of examples of the logistics strategies and evolving practice. Lecture and case study materials provide the resource to support a project focused on logistics strategies and new developments. Method of Assessment (normally assessed as follows)

Assessment Time constrained test Individual project based on the design and implementation of a logistics strategy

Weight 30% 70%

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Reassessment: Coursework as appropriate to achieve all learning outcomes. Assessment Composition of module mark: Pass requirements: Essential Reading Bowersox, DJ et al (2006), Supply Chain Logistics Management, 2 Recommended Reading Johnson, G. & Scholes. K. (2006), Exploring Corporate Strategy, 7 Edition, FT-Prentice Hall Harrison A & Van Hoek. A, (2004) Logistics Management and Strategy , 2 Hall
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Saunders, M (2008) Strategic Purchasing and Supply Chain Management , 3rd Edition, FTPrentice Hall Waters. O, Ed. (2007), Global Logistics and Distribution Planning: Strategies for Management, 5 Edition, Kogan Page Required Equipment None
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Diploma Programmes Diploma (Computing and Networking) 110CT Object-oriented Programming 120CT Computer Architecture 124MS Logic and Sets 104KM Information Systems 106CR Designing for Usability 105KM Introduction to E-commerce Diploma (Engineering Business Management) 102KM Business Organisation 105KM Introduction to E-commerce 106KM Business Analysis 122KM Business Skills 123KM Business Information Systems 116ECN Introduction to Business Economics Diploma (Business Information Technology) 102KM Business Organisation 104KM Information Systems 105KM Introduction to E-commerce 106KM Business Analysis and Accounting 122KM Business Skill 123KM Business Information Systems Diploma (Computers, Electronics and Communications) 102SE Systems Project 104SE Digital Electronics and Microprocessors 105SE Electrical and Electronic Engineering 106SE Communications, Networks and Signals 105MS Introductory Engineering Mathematics 1 110CT Object-oriented Programming Advanced Diploma Programmes Advanced Diploma (Computing and Networking) 200CT Group Project 210CT Advanced Programming 220CT Database Systems 250CT System Architecture and Networks 260CT Software Systems Engineering 230CT Internet Technology Advanced Diploma (Logistics) 201KM Group Project 204KM Data Management and Operational Research 205KM Information Management and Organisational Behaviour 207KM Supply Chain and Logistics Management 208KM Current Technologies 228KM Distribution Management

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Advanced Diploma (Engineering Business Management) 201KM Group Project 205KM Management and Organisational Behaviour 207KM Supply Chain and Logistics Management 208KM Current Technologies 223KM Business Finance and Accounting 242EMM Materials and Manufacturing Technology Advanced Diploma (Business Information Technology) 201KM Group Project 203KM Information Systems Development 204KM Data Management and Operational Research 205KM Management and Organizational Behaviour 208KM Current Technologies 220CT Database Systems Advanced Diploma (Electrical and Electronic Engineering) 202SE Microcomputer Systems 203SE Analogue Electronics 204SE Digital Electronics 206SE Communications & Networks 260CT Software Systems Engineering 209SE Electrical Engineering Advanced Diploma (Computer Networking and Communications Technology) 202SE Microcomputer Systems 204SE Digital Electronics 206SE Communications & Networks 260CT Software Systems Engineering 210CT Advanced Programming 220CT Database Systems Bachelor Degree Programmes BSc (Hons) (Computer Science) 303EC Individual Project 306KM Advanced Information Systems 340CT Large Scale Software Development 350CT System Security 380CT Formal Aspects of Computer Science 395CT Enterprise Systems Development BSc (Hons) (Network and Mobile Computing) 303EC Individual Project 306KM Advanced Information Systems 320CT Distributed Applications Development 350CT System Security 360CT 395CT Advanced Network Management and Design Enterprise Systems Development

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BA (Hons) (Logistics) 303KM Project Management 307KM Global Logistics 309KM Procurement and Inventory Management 310KM M-Commerce Applications 324KM Business Management Strategy 303EC Individual Project BSc (Hons) (Engineering Business Management) 318EMM Industrial Business Project 303KM Project Management 330MED Product Development Strategies 305EMM Total Quality Management 310KM M-Commerce Applications 324KM Business Management Strategy BSc (Hons) (Business Information Technology) 303KM Project Management 306KM Advanced Information Systems 310KM M-Commerce Applications 324KM Business Management Strategy 395CT Enterprise System Development 303EC Individual Project BEng (Hons) (Electrical and Electronic Engineering) 303EC Individual Project 310SE Advanced Digital Systems 304SE Power Systems 311SE Communications and Networks 340CT Large Scale Software Development 330MED Product Development Strategies BEng (Hons) (Computer Networking and Communications Technology) 303EC Individual Project 310SE Advanced Digital Systems 350CT System Security 311SE Communications and Networks 340CT Large Scale Software Development 395CT Enterprise Systems Development MBA Programmes MBA (Logistics and Supply Chain Management) AUSM18 MBA Dissertation AUSM20 Project Management AUSM56 Entrepreneurship and Innovation AUSM58 Financial Analysis for Managers AUSM62 Organizational Behaviour and HRM AUSM85 Marketing Management AUSM25SL Supply Chain Management AUSM31SL Logistics Operations AUSM32SL Strategic Logistics Management

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MBA (Information Technology Management) AUSM18 MBA Dissertation AUSM20 Project Management AUSM56 Entrepreneurship and Innovation AUSM58 Financial Analysis for Managers AUSM62 Organizational Behaviour and HRM AUSM85 Marketing Management AUSM40IT IS/IT Strategy AUSM81IT M-commerce AUSM84IT Information Security MBA (Engineering Management) AUSM18 MBA Dissertation AUSM20 Project Management AUSM56 Entrepreneurship and Innovation AUSM58 Financial Analysis for Managers AUSM62 Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management AUSM85 Marketing Management AUSM14E Lean Operation AUSM27E Manufacturing Strategy AUSM58E Quality and Environmental Management System MBA (Aviation Management) AUSM18 MBA Dissertation AUSM20 Project Management AUSM58 Financial Analysis for Managers AUSM62 Organizational Behaviour and HRM AUSM85 Marketing Management AUSM01AV Global Issues in the Airline Industry AUSM40AV Aviation Strategy AUSM81AV Airport Operations AUSM84AV Airline Operations

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