CS3302
Data Encoding
2023-2024
15
7
SCQF level 9
1
Academic year(s): 2023-2024
SCOTCAT credits : 15
ECTS credits : 7
Level : SCQF level 9
Semester: 1
Planned timetable:
This module explains the techniques used to encode data, emphasising the ideas of security and secrecy, error correcting capabilities, and data compression.
Pre-requisite(s): Before taking this module you must pass CS2002 and ( pass CS2101 or pass CS2001 )
Weekly contact: 2 hr x 10 weeks lectures, 1 hr x 5 weeks tutorial/discussion.
Scheduled learning hours: 25
Guided independent study hours: 125
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%