Bachelor's Programme in IT and Information Systems
IT and Information Systems, 1-year Programme
Language of instruction
Norwegian
Recommended prerequisites
The teaching is based on the first year's subjects in the study program IT and information system, bachelor program.
Learning outcomes
After completing the course, the students should be able to:
understand how information is represented on a computer
evaluate basic concepts of operating system
be familiar with security challenges with operating systems and data communications
create (and recreate) applications based on understanding basic operating system and data communication principles
explain protocols for data communication and how different communication layers collaborate in a communication process
understand differences between proprietary and free software operating systems
explain the possibilities of developing communication technology for businesses
understand the importance of the Internet to society
Course contents
Themes in this subject include:
Digital abstraction
Programs and processes in the operating system environment
Principles for compilation and execution of computer programs illustrated with current programming languages
Data communication, - higher layer protocols, internet protocols (IP, UDP and TCP)
Security in operating systems and data communication
Teaching methods
Form of work is team-based learning. Functions in the Canvas web application are used to stimulate both individual and team-based learning. There is compulsory attendance up to 6 hours a week, which includes joint gatherings and teamwork. Expected work volume is 13 hours per week.
Examination requirements
Approved compulsory assignments.
Assessment methods and criteria
5 hours individual written examination. Graded marks, A-F.
Evaluation
The person responsible for the course decides, in cooperation with student representative, the form of student evaluation and whether the course is to have a midway or end of course evaluation in accordance with the quality system for education, chapter 4.1.