University of St Andrews

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 15

ECTS credits : 7

Level : SCQF level 11

Semester: 2

Planned timetable: TBC

This module examines and analyses the way in which computing and communication are used to allow mobile systems to function across a heterogeneous environment, with variations in available network resources and diverse/intermittent network connectivity. Also, we examine and analyse the ways in which multimedia information is captured, processed, and rendered, to introduce multimedia quality of service (QoS) and to analyse the ways in which multimedia data is transmitted across networks. A key outcome of the module is for students to gain an appreciation for and to be able to critically assess the capabilities and constraints of mobile and multimedia systems. This will help to build a thorough understanding of working within todays fixed (wired) and wireless/mobile environments and technologies, with variable and often limited resources.

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact:

Scheduled learning hours: 25

Guided independent study hours: 125

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews:

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

Personnel