31268 Web Systems
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Credit points: 6 cp
Subject level:
Undergraduate
Result type: Grade and marksAnti-requisite(s): 32547 UNIX Systems Programming
Recommended studies:
prior use of an operating system; able to browse and search the internet
Description
This subject is an introduction to information technology using the web as a core case study. Students learn about the underlying hardware, software, networks and operating systems behind websites and set up a functional website using this knowledge.
Subject learning objectives (SLOs)
Upon successful completion of this subject students should be able to:
| 1. | Demonstrate understanding of the basic concepts of hardware, software, cybersecurity, processes and the components of an Operating System including how to work on the command line and create simple scripts. (D.1) |
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| 2. | Identify and explain the role and function of the Internet, the World Wide Web, and their components. Describe and make use of distributed applications on the Internet. (D.1) |
| 3. | Design and implement a simple web site to a given specification. (C.1) |
Course intended learning outcomes (CILOs)
This subject also contributes specifically to the development of the following Course Intended Learning Outcomes (CILOs):
- Design Oriented: FEIT graduates apply problem solving, design and decision-making methodologies to develop components, systems and processes to meet specified requirements. (C.1)
- Technically Proficient: FEIT graduates apply abstraction, mathematics and discipline fundamentals, software, tools and techniques to evaluate, implement and operate systems. (D.1)
Teaching and learning strategies
The theory component will use a mix of formal seminars, online lectures, electronic media, computer based training system and tutorial based activities. Online lectures and materials such as e-readings must viewed before each week's tutorials. The tutorials are combined with laboratories and will provide an opportunity for students to tie the theory taught with practice. Students will collaborate in groups in the tutorial to present and critique on related topics. Students will use problem based learning in the laboratories to learn about Linux and the web. The major assignment will require an exploration of web based topics outside of the formally taught content such as aesthetics and accessibility issues.
Content (topics)
- Operating Systems
- General concepts, processes, storage, Input/Output, File systems
- Memory and process management
- The Web and Human Interaction
- Web page development
- Web applications
- The Internet and the Web
- The Internet infrastructure
- Network services
- The Web and Cybersecurity
- Computing Theory
- Representation of information
- Number Systems
- Boolean logic
- Storage and Processing of information
- Using UNIX (based on the Linux Essentials certification)
- Filesystems
- Editing
- Security
- Piping and wildcards
- Introduction to scripting
- Data processing
Assessment
Assessment task 1: Linux Exercises
| Objective(s): | This assessment task addresses the following subject learning objectives (SLOs): 1 This assessment task contributes to the development of the following Course Intended Learning Outcomes (CILOs): D.1 |
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| Type: | Exercises |
| Groupwork: | Individual |
| Weight: | 15% |
Assessment task 2: Quiz 1
| Intent: | This quiz is a "low stakes" test of the concepts covered in the early stage of this subject. Each question includes instant formative feedback to enable you do understand the intended result. |
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| Objective(s): | This assessment task addresses the following subject learning objectives (SLOs): 1 This assessment task contributes to the development of the following Course Intended Learning Outcomes (CILOs): D.1 |
| Type: | Quiz/test |
| Groupwork: | Individual |
| Weight: | 5% |
Assessment task 3: Quiz 2
| Intent: | This quiz is a "low stakes" test of the concepts covered in the middle stage of this subject. Each question includes instant formative feedback to enable you do understand the intended result. |
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| Objective(s): | This assessment task addresses the following subject learning objectives (SLOs): 1, 2 and 3 This assessment task contributes to the development of the following Course Intended Learning Outcomes (CILOs): C.1 and D.1 |
| Type: | Quiz/test |
| Groupwork: | Individual |
| Weight: | 5% |
Assessment task 4: Assignment
| Objective(s): | This assessment task addresses the following subject learning objectives (SLOs): 3 This assessment task contributes to the development of the following Course Intended Learning Outcomes (CILOs): C.1 |
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| Type: | Project |
| Groupwork: | Individual |
| Weight: | 25% |
| Length: | 5 web pages and 1 CSS file. 1 paragraph on feedback per website. |
Assessment task 5: Skills Test
| Objective(s): | This assessment task addresses the following subject learning objectives (SLOs): 1 This assessment task contributes to the development of the following Course Intended Learning Outcomes (CILOs): D.1 |
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| Type: | Examination |
| Groupwork: | Individual |
| Weight: | 20% |
Assessment task 6: Theory Exam
| Objective(s): | This assessment task addresses the following subject learning objectives (SLOs): 1 This assessment task contributes to the development of the following Course Intended Learning Outcomes (CILOs): D.1 |
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| Type: | Examination |
| Groupwork: | Individual |
| Weight: | 30% |
Minimum requirements
In order to pass the subject, a student must achieve an overall mark of 50% or more.
Required texts
Fox, R., Information Technology: An Introduction for Today’s Digital World (2013), CRC Press, ISBN 9781466568280
Recommended texts
Theory:
Vermaat M. et al, Discovering Computers: technology ... , Course Technology (any recent version)
Kurose & Ross, Computer Networking: A top-down approach, Pearson. [Chapters 1 & 2.]
Practical:
Palmer, Michael, Guide to UNIX using Linux, 4th ed, Course Technology (2008), ISBN 9781418837235
Other resources
Materials for this subject are available at UTS Canvas.
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