Introduction to computer science (5 cr)

Objective

You master concepts related to the key fields of computer science.
You understand the connections between the different fields of computer science.
You know the key stages in the history of computing and recognize current research topics.

Content

What concepts relate to the key fields of computer science?
How are the different fields of computer science related?
What are the key stages in the history of computing and current research topics?

Course material

Will be presented and available in learning environment.

Study forms and methods

Online studies during course implementation. Previous higher education studies may replace the course and can be discussed at the beginning of the course implementation.

RDI and work-related cooperation

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Timing of exams and assignments

The course is completed by completing learning assignments, which must be returned within the given schedule during the course's implementation. Deadlines for learning tasks are announced on the course platform.

Student workload

1 ects corresponds to approximately 27 hours of student work. However, the amount of work depends on the study methods and previous knowledge.

Further information

The course is primarily intended for Xamk students of Business Information Technology.

Evaluation scale

1-5

Assessment methods and criteria

Exercises returned in learning environment.