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Digital World

HES 214

Course CodeHES 214
ECTS5

Course Description

How the internet and networks work, cloud services, cyber security and safe online practice, social media, and the impact of emerging technologies such as AI and the IoT.

Course Objectives

To develop an understanding of the internet, safe and responsible use of digital technology, and emerging technologies.

Key Topics

  1. LO1: Understand how the internet and networks function.
  2. LO2: Understand safe and responsible use of digital technology.
  3. LO3: Understand emerging digital technologies and their impact.

Course Outline

WeekTopics
1The internet and the World Wide Web
2Clients and servers
3LANs and WANs
4How data travels across the internet
5Strong passwords and password managers
6Two-factor authentication
7Phishing: spotting fake messages
MidtermMidterm evaluation
9Social engineering and online scams
10Cloud computing
11Artificial intelligence in everyday life
12The Internet of Things and smart devices
13Technology and society
14Technology and the environment
15Review and coursework completion
FinalFinal assessment and submission

Learning Outcomes

  1. LO1 Understand how the internet and networks function.
  2. 1.1 Explain the client-server model.
  3. 1.2 Describe the difference between LAN and WAN.
  4. LO2 Understand safe and responsible use of digital technology.
  5. 2.1 Explain password hygiene and 2FA.
  6. 2.2 Identify signs of phishing and social engineering.
  7. LO3 Understand emerging digital technologies and their impact.
  8. 3.1 Identify current emerging technologies (e.g., AI, IoT, Cloud).
  9. 3.2 Discuss the societal impact of these technologies.
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