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Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Information Technology

Applying Computer Systems in practice: case studies

IT301 · Computer Systems — Week 12 of 16

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This week’s topics

Applying Computer Systems in practice: case studies

  1. Case analysis
  2. Linking theory to practice
  3. Evaluating evidence

What you will be able to do

  • 1.2 Evaluate the role of computer systems in different environments.
  • 2.1 Discuss the common Hardware components of a computer system
  • 2.2 Discuss the common Software components of a computer system
  • 2.3 Evaluate the differences between open source and closed source software.
  • 3.1 Analyse different operating systems and their suitability in managing resources in a professional environment.
  • 3.3 Evaluate suitable components to meet user requirements within a professional environment.

Activity

Start with this week’s video, then: Case-study workshop: apply the unit’s concepts to a real or realistic case and evaluate the outcome.

Study materials

Videos

  • How to Choose (Buy) the right Computer ~PC with details & Tech. Specifications -Tips ♡#computer #pc · YouTube · Virtual World · 15 min · for registered students
  • 17. OCR A Level (H046-H446) SLR4 - 1.2 Types of operating system · YouTube · Craig'n'Dave · 5 min · for registered students
  • 13. OCR A Level (H046-H446) SLR4 - 1.2 Need for operating systems · YouTube · Craig'n'Dave · 8 min · for registered students

Further resources

  • Foundations of Information Systems, 4.1: Systems Analysis and Design · PDF · OpenStax, textbook chapter; pp. 115–127 · for registered students
  • Introduction to Business 2e, ch. 13: Using Technology to Manage Information · PDF · OpenStax, textbook chapter; pp. 451–484 · for registered students
  • Writing Guide with Handbook, ch. 8.5: Writing an analytical report · PDF · OpenStax, textbook chapter; pp. 254–267 · for registered students
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Course plan
  • Week 1: Introduction to Computer Systems
  • Week 2: Computer Systems in Diverse Environments
  • Week 3: Internal Hardware Components
  • Week 4: Secondary Storage and Peripheral Devices
  • Week 5: Computer Software Components
  • Week 6: Open Source and Closed Source Software
  • Week 7: Operating Systems in Professional Environments
  • Midterm: Midterm evaluation
  • Week 9: User Styles and Requirement Profiling
  • Week 10: Component Evaluation and System Specification
  • Week 11: System Configuration and Deployment
  • Week 12: Applying Computer Systems in practice: case studies
  • Week 13: Assignment workshop: research, planning and referencing
  • Week 14: Assignment workshop: drafting, feedback and improvement
  • Week 15: Review and coursework completion
  • Final: Final assessment and submission
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