University of St Andrews

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 30

ECTS credits : 15

Level : SCQF level 8

Semester: 1

Planned timetable: 11.00 am

This module introduces the student to the Internet and the World Wide Web from a Computer Science perspective. It consists of two complementary streams: computer networks and web-based computing. Both streams introduce key concepts, current technologies, programming abstractions and the practical aspects of developing web-based and network applications.

Relationship to other modules

Co-requisite(s): You must also take CS2001 or take CS2101

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: 2hr x 10 weeks lectures, 1hr x 10 weeks discussion, 1hr x 10 weeks exercise class, 1hr x 9 weeks tutorial, 3hr x 9 weeks practical support session.

Scheduled learning hours: 110

Guided independent study hours: 190

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: 3-hour Examination = 40%, Existing Coursework = 60%


Re-assessment: 3-hour Examination = 40%, Existing Coursework = 60%

Personnel