Undergraduate RMI-CPT160-2019
Introduction to Computer Systems
Build and design integrated computer systems that power organisations. Explore new network technology. Map and navigate computer architecture. Learn to select, deploy, integrate and manage new platforms to support existing operating environments.
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Your upfront cost: $0
Duration
13 weeks
Study method
100% online
Available loans
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Assessments
Subjects may require attendance
Prior study
Not required
Study terms
- 25 Nov 2019
- 01 Jun 2020
- 31 Aug 2020
- 30 Nov 2020
QS RANKING 2020
15
Times Higher Education Ranking 2020
25
Subject details
Upon successful completion of this subject you should be able to:
- Describe some of the fundamental hardware building blocks of computer systems and some basic algorithms by which they are used;
- Demonstrate understanding of number systems, such as binary, octal, decimal and hexadecimal;
- Use Boolean algebra to model basic algorithms in hardware using logic gates such as binary addition/multiplication, template pattern matching, stream encryption, data multiplexing;
- Describe fundamentals of computer architecture and organisation, operating systems, and system integration and deployment;
- Critically review and (re-)design existing computer system specifications for meeting stated performance criteria.
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- Introduction / Number Systems
- Digital Logic
- Technological Platforms / Computer Architecture
- Processors / Processing
- Memory / Mass Storage
- System Integration / Use Cases
- Hardware Failure / Error Correction
- Hardware Platforms
- Software Platforms
- Interfacing / Operating Systems
- Networking
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Study resources
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Instructional methods
- Chat Rooms
- Discussion forum/Discussion Board
- Embedded Multimedia
- Online Quizzes/Tests
- Online assignment submission
- Standard Media
- Streaming Multimedia
- Web links
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Online materials
- Resources and Links
- Online Assessment
- Audio-Video streaming
- Quizzes
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You are recommended to have completed the following subjects(s) or have equivalent knowledge before starting this subject:
Others
Or hold equivalent IT knowledge, before starting this subject.
Special requirements
- OtherDetails -
Stable broadband connection required to access online learning materials and live chat sessions/recordings. (note: mobile broadband users may have difficulties participating in live chat sessions)
One of the roles of the IT professional is to design and build systems and integrate them into an organisation.
- Assignment 2 (20%)
- Assignment 1 (20%)
- Invigilated Exam (50%)
- Online Test(s) (10%)
Textbook information is pending.
Textbook information is pending.