University of St Andrews

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 15

ECTS credits : 7

Level : SCQF level 9

Semester: 2

Planned timetable: To be arranged.

This module covers the principles and practice of modern computer communications through studying network abstractions, protocols, architectures and technologies at all levels of the five-layer reference model.

Relationship to other modules

Pre-requisite(s): Before taking this module you must pass CS2002 and pass CS2003 and ( pass CS2101 or pass CS2001 )

Anti-requisite(s): You cannot take this module if you take CS5020

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: 2.5 hr x 11 weeks lectures/discussion.

Scheduled learning hours: 28

Guided independent study hours: 122

Assessment pattern

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

As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 40%
Practical examinations : 0%
Coursework: 60%

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

Personnel

Module teaching staff: TBC Module coordinator(s): Honours Coordinator - Computer Science (hons-coord-cs@st-andrews.ac.uk)