University of Bradford
BA/BSc Combined Studies – Field Descriptor
Date Produced: April 2008
Updated: July 2010
Field Title: Information and Communications Technologies
Host School/Department: School of Computing, Informatics and
Media/Department of Computing
Subject Benchmark: Computing
Field Advisor: Chair of Undergraduate Courses, Department of Computing
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Credit total per Stage: 40
Modules offered
Module code
Stage
Level
Credits
Sem’r
Module title
Core/
option
Study
Skills
(Y/N)
CY0117L
CM0211M
1
1
1
1
20
10
1&2
1
C
C
N
N
CM0202M
CM0305L
CM0311L
CM0504D
CM0333D
1
2
2
3
3
1
2
2
3
3
10
20
20
20
20
2
1&2
1&2
1
2
Relational Databases
Introduction to Web Technologies
Foundations of Human Computer
Interaction
Information Systems Analysis and Design
SQL Programming and Administration
Information Engineering
Web Engineering
C
C
C
C
C
N
N
N
N
N
Field Learning outcomes
Knowledge and understanding
On completion of the Field, students should be able to demonstrate:
Level one
knowledge of the basic underlying concepts and principles of relational databases
including being conversant with the major developments in this field;
an overall understanding of concepts underpinning user interfaces and human computer
interaction;
a basic appreciation of the Web and the underlying protocols and models.
Level two
an understanding of basic principles of software engineering and design methods;
an enhanced understanding of SQL; the ability to analyse and evaluate information at an
abstract level with regard to SQL.
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Level three
a critical appreciation of the theory, methods and techniques of Information Engineering;
a knowledge and understanding of the theory and practice of modern web site/web
application design and architecture.
Discipline skills
On completion of the Field, students should be able to demonstrate:
Level one
practical ability in the use of the MS Access database programming with the support of
using Visual Basic;
some experience of the stages involved in designing, developing and evaluating user
interfaces;
the ability to produce static and dynamic Web pages and to use the Web as an
information and communication tool.
Level two
the ability to analyse and design a system from given system requirements;
the ability to develop a well-structured database using a collection of tables for
information storage; generate a database solution from a given target specification;
administer an SQL based database.
Level three
the ability to design an Information System using Software Engineering principles;
the ability to design a web site/ web application, using appropriate methodologies.
Personal transferable skills
On completion of the Field, students should be able to demonstrate:
Level one
problem solving skills developed through database design;
an appreciation of human and social issues relating to the field of Human Computer
Interaction and Computing;
general familiarity with the internet and an ability to present information in that medium.
Level two
an analytical and creative approach to problem solving;
advanced problem solving ability; skills in the analysis and evaluation of information from
a range of sources; ability to consult and optimise databases; enhanced team-working
and written communication skills.
Level three
advanced analytical and problem solving skills; ability to give oral presentations of a
technical nature; team skills (interaction, communication and conflict issues) through
working as a member of a team for an Information Engineering project;
an ability to critically compare competing technologies.
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Credit total per Stage: 60
Modules offered:
Module code
Stage
Level
Credits
Sem’r
Module title
Core/
option
Study
Skills
(Y/N)
CM0113L
CY0117L
CM0211M
1
1
1
1
1
1
20
20
10
1&2
1&2
1
C
C
C
Y
N
N
CM0202M
CM0305L
CM0310L
CM0311L
CM0347K
CM0504D
CM0333D
1
2
2
2
3
3
3
1
2
2
2
3
3
3
10
20
20
20
40
20
20
2
1&2
1&2
1&2
1&2
1
2
Developing Professional Skills
Relational Databases
Introduction to Web Technologies
Foundations of Human Computer
Interaction
Information Systems Analysis and Design
ICT Group Project
SQL Programming and Administration
Final Year Project
Information Engineering
Web Engineering
C
C
C
C
C
O
O
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
Additional Field Learning outcomes (60 credit Field):
Knowledge and understanding
On completion of the Field, students should be able to demonstrate:
Level one
knowledge and understanding of key information communication technology concepts;
Level two
a sound theoretical understanding and practical experience of software development
projects;
Level three
the ability to undertake a major project, including its planning, scheduling and reporting,
taking responsibility for the successful completion of many interdependent activities.
Discipline skills
On completion of the Field, students should be able to demonstrate:
Level one
the ability to define computer hardware concepts and terminology; to understand the
roles of operating systems, systems software and communication systems; competence
in text processing, spreadsheets, presentation, multimedia, and the creating of reports;
Level two
the ability to critically analyse information system requirements, develop a well-structured
and tested solution, and demonstrate teamwork skills;
Level three
an ability to apply scientific and software principles to the solution of practical ICT
problems.
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Personal transferable skills
On completion of the Field, students should be able to demonstrate:
Level one
independent learning skills and the ability to undertake self-directed study; report writing
skills;
Level two
improved collaborative problem solving, teamwork and project management skills.
Level three
skills of research, design and development as well as extending their oral and written
communication skills;
Credit total per Stage: 80
Modules offered:
Module code
Stage
Level
Credits
Sem’r
Module title
Core/
option
Study
Skills
(Y/N)
CM0113L
CY0117L
CM0211M
EM0227M
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
20
20
10
10
1&2
1&2
1
1
C
C
C
C
Y
N
N
N
CM0202M
EM0124M
CM0305L
OR
CM0315L
CM0310L
CM0311L
1
1
1
1
10
10
2
2
C
C
N
N
2
2
2
2
2
2
20
20
20
1&2
1&2
1&2
C
C
C
N
N
N
CM0414L
CM0347K
CM0504D
OR
CM0616D
2
3
2
3
20
40
1&2
1&2
C
C
N
N
3
3
3
3
20
20
1
2
Developing Professional Skills
Relational Databases
Introduction to Web Technologies
Principles of Design for Media
Foundations of Human Computer
Interaction
Fundamentals of Computer Programming
Information Systems Analysis and Design
OR
Computer Communications and Networks
ICT Group Project
SQL Programming and Administration
Network Business/Distributed Information
Management
Final Year Project
Information Engineering
(following CM0305L) OR
Deploying Web Technologies
(following CM0315L)
Web Engineering
C
C
N
N
CM0333D
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Additional Field Learning outcomes: (80 credit Field)
Knowledge and understanding
On completion of the Field, students should be able to demonstrate (depending on
the options chosen at stages 2 and 3):
Level one
a thorough understanding of the component parts of multimedia and the delivery
platforms and human-computer interaction which brings them and the user together;
knowledge of how to construct good computer programs efficiently;
Level two
a sound understanding of the problems inherent in data transmission;
an ability to analyse the commercial and industrial applications of information networks
and distributed information systems;
Level three
an ability to critically analyse of characteristics of competing web technologies.
Discipline skills
On completion of the Field, students should be able to demonstrate:
Level one
experience gained in the scripting of multimedia products and the use of multimedia
authoring software according to HCI design guidelines;
understanding of basic Java syntax; ability to use a PC development environment;
Level two
an ability to describe and analyse communication networks;
an ability to analyse, design, implement and manage e-commerce and distributed
information systems.
Level three
an ability to design and construct a complex web site;
Personal transferable skills
On completion of the Field, students should be able to demonstrate:
Level one
skills in problem-solving and integrating innovative concepts within a multimedia
programming framework;
use of number.
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Level two
analytical and critical skills;
management skills in the area of computing, distributed and communication networks for
business processes, analysis and transaction.
Level three
critical and analytical skills;
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Have these fields been constructed with modules from a single existing approved
programme?
Yes/No
School Board Approval:
Date:
Combined Studies CART Approval:
Date:
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