Module Code: H6CMPTHNK
Long Title Computational Thinking
Title Computational Thinking
Module Level: LEVEL 6
EQF Level: 5
EHEA Level: Short Cycle
Credits: 5
Module Coordinator: FRANCES SHERIDAN
Module Author: Patrick Delaney
Departments: School of Computing
Specifications of the qualifications and experience required of staff

Master’s degree in computing or cognate discipline. May have industry experience also.

Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Create high quality academic, technical and scientific documents using appropriate tools and technologies
LO2 Implement appropriate referencing techniques for both written text and programming code
LO3 Compose both technical and non-technical questions in a manner which elicits the required response and information
LO4 Apply critical thinking, teamwork, communication and problem solving skills when working as part of a team
LO5 Analyse personal learning needs and identify ways in which to resolve those needs in an autonomous fashion, seeking the support of, and providing support to peers where appropriate
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is required before enrolment on this module. While the prior learning is expressed as named NCI module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).

No recommendations listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Entry requirements


 

Module Content & Assessment

Indicative Content
Computational Thinking
Define and describe how the computational thinking relates to other ways of thinking.
Computational Thinking
Introduce the concepts of computational thinking (i.e., Abstraction, Decomposition, Pattern Recognition, Algorithm Design) and how they can be applied in solving real life problems
Critical Thinking
Identifying and challenging assumptions.Recognizing the importance of context.Imagining and exploring alternatives.Developing reflective scepticism. Mnemonic Techniques for studying Innovation Techniques
Effective Questioning
Posing questions to: o Peers o Lecturers o Google o Subject specific Q&A forum
Professional Development
Reflection
Technical Writing
Elements of Technical Writing I.e. Clarity, Accuracy, Brevity, Sentence length, Paragraphs and Reader Centricity Writing for different audiences i.e. CV, blogs etc.
Referencing
Referencing in written academic documents, Referencing for code –How to reuse code, acknowledging authors/others work
Professional Development
Time Management,i.e.,Kaizen Stress Management, i.e.,Mental health –Anxiety, depression and so on
Professional Development
Effective Communication, i.e.,Presentations, Interviews, one to one and so on Personal Responsibility
Computing Teams
Roles within a team and dealing with group dynamics
Group Work Technologies
Project Management
Group Work Technologies
Cloud Services for collaboration
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Full Time

Coursework
Assessment Type: Other % of total: Non-Marked
Assessment Date: n/a Outcome addressed: 1,2,3,4,5
Non-Marked: Yes
Assessment Description:
Ongoing feedback on ongoing tutorial activities. Feedback on regular reflection.
Assessment Type: Portfolio % of total: 50
Assessment Date: n/a Outcome addressed: 1,2,3,4
Non-Marked: No
Assessment Description:
A portfolio of evidence demonstrating achievement of each of the first four module learning outcomes. Portfolio evidence should comprise samples from assignments completed in other modules accompanied by feedback and responses to feedback where appropriate.
Assessment Type: Reflective Journal % of total: 50
Assessment Date: n/a Outcome addressed: 5
Non-Marked: No
Assessment Description:
An ongoing reflective journal documenting the learning experiences of each week and outlining the relevance of each piece of evidence in the learning portfolio.
No End of Module Assessment
No Workplace Assessment
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.
Reassessment Description
Reassessment of this module will be via resubmission of the learning portfolio with new evidence supporting the achievement of any outstanding learning outcomes.

NCIRL reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Module Target Workload Hours 0 Hours
Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Workload Description Hours Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Lecture Classroom & Demonstrations (hours) 24 Per Semester 2.00
Tutorial Other hours (Practical/Tutorial) 0 Per Semester 0.00
Independent Learning Independent learning (hours) 101 Per Semester 8.42
Total Weekly Contact Hours 2.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Workload Description Hours Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Lecture No Description 24 Every Week 24.00
Tutorial No Description 0 Every Week 0.00
Independent Learning Time No Description 101 Every Week 101.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 24.00
 

Module Resources

Recommended Book Resources
  • Gillie Bolton,Russell Delderfield. (2018), Reflective Practice, SAGE Publications Limited, p.296, [ISBN: 978-1526411709].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Moon, J. A.. (2004), A handbook of reflective and experiential learning: Theory and practice, Psychology Press.
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
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