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ECM2427 - Outside the box: Computer Science Research and Applications (2017)
| MODULE TITLE | Outside the box: Computer Science Research and Applications | CREDIT VALUE | 15 |
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| MODULE CODE | ECM2427 | MODULE CONVENER | Dr Chunbo Luo (Coordinator) |
| DURATION: TERM | 1 | 2 | 3 |
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| DURATION: WEEKS | 0 | 11 | 0 |
| Number of Students Taking Module (anticipated) | 9 |
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This module gives you a chance explore the breadth and depth of Computer Science beyond the core technical content of the main syllabus to give you a view of some of the current research in Computer Science and ways in which Computer Science is used to solve problems in other areas. It will explore some of the frontiers of research in the department and, through lectures by specialists in other fields, will introduce you to some of the uses of Computer Science methods in business, the sciences, social sciences and humanities.
This module has ECM1410 and ECM1416 as prerequisites.
This module aims to introduce students to current Computer Science beyond the confines of the main syllabus. On one side it will introduce you to some of the research into new ideas in Computer Science, on the other it will explore some applications where Computer Science is essential. You will learn about the nature and purpose of research, some current research problems, the methods employed to tackle them, and how the results are evaluated. You will also learn about some of the ways existing Computer Science techniques and technologies are applied to solve problems outside Computer Science, particularly large-scale computing applications.
You will demonstrate what you have learnt by producing an in-depth review on one of the research topics covered by the seminars, and an essay on an application of computer science. In groups, you will also find out about a current topic of Computer Science research and make a presentation on it.
On successful completion of this module you should be able to:
Module Specific Skills and Knowledge
2. appreciate the diverse range of problems confronted by computer scientists;
Discipline Specific Skills and Knowledge
6. recognise how different problem domains may use the same techniques and solutions;
Personal and Key Transferable / Employment Skills and Knowledge
10. present and synthesise complex ideas orally;
- what Computer Science research is;
- reasons for conducting Computer Science research;
- the frontiers of Computer Science;
- why understanding Computer Science is important for applications;
- how to find information in libraries and on the internet;
- the elements of a good presentation;
- how to write about and reference other people’s work;
- an introduction to the LaTeX typesetting language;
- a variety of topics based on the current research interests of lecturers;
- a variety of topics based on the academic and industrial applications of Computer Science.
| Scheduled Learning & Teaching Activities | 36.00 | Guided Independent Study | 114.00 | Placement / Study Abroad | 0.00 |
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| Category | Hours of study time | Description |
| Scheduled learning and teaching | 30 | Lectures |
| Scheduled learning and teaching | 6 | Group supervisions and group presentation sessions |
| Guided independent study | 60 | Assessed work |
| Guided independent study | 54 | Wider reading |
| Form of Assessment | Size of Assessment (e.g. duration/length) | ILOs Assessed | Feedback Method |
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| Coursework | 70 | Written Exams | 0 | Practical Exams | 30 |
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| Form of Assessment | % of Credit | Size of Assessment (e.g. duration/length) | ILOs Assessed | Feedback Method |
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| Literature Review | 35 | 3 sides (excl. references, and title page) | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 11, 12, 13, 14 | Written |
| Essay | 35 | 3 sides (excl. references, and title page) | 1, 2, 3, 6, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13 | Written |
| Presentation | 30 | 20 minutes | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 9, 10, 12 | Oral during questions, and written in feedback sheet |
| Original Form of Assessment | Form of Re-assessment | ILOs Re-assessed | Time Scale for Re-assessment |
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| Literature Review | Literature review from original topic list | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 11, 12, 13, 14 | Submit in August ref/def period |
| Essay | Essay from original topic list | 1, 2, 3, 6, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13 | Submit in August ref/def period |
| Presentation | Literature review on topic outside of seminars | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 11, 12, 13, 14 | Submit in August ref/def period |
Students failing the module as a whole will be reassessed in each component that they have individually failed except if a student has failed the group presentation they will have to do a 3-side (excl. references and title page) review on the topic covered in their group presentation.
information that you are expected to consult. Further guidance will be provided by the Module Convener
Basic reading:
ELE: http://vle.exeter.ac.uk/
Web based and Electronic Resources:
Other Resources:
Reading list for this module:
There are currently no reading list entries found for this module.
| CREDIT VALUE | 15 | ECTS VALUE | 7.5 |
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| PRE-REQUISITE MODULES | ECM1410, ECM1416 |
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| CO-REQUISITE MODULES |
| NQF LEVEL (FHEQ) | 6 | AVAILABLE AS DISTANCE LEARNING | No |
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| ORIGIN DATE | Monday 29 February 2016 | LAST REVISION DATE | Monday 05 February 2018 |
| KEY WORDS SEARCH | Computer science research; applied computing; problem solving using computers; industrial problems; scientific problems |
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