Module Details

Module Code: FARM H2705
Module Title: Applied ICT in Agriculture
Title: Applied ICT in Agriculture
Module Level:: 6
Credits:: 5
Module Coordinator: Stephen Whelan
Module Author:: Edmund Joyce
Domains:  
Module Description: The aim of this module is to further develop learners’ knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets and presentation tools together with the development of key skills in GIS, GPS and associated AutoCAD.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Demonstrate the ability to produce effective documentation using word processing, spreadsheets and presentation authoring tools in a timely manner
LO2 Define and develop the basic concepts of databases
LO3 Develop drafting skills using AutoCAD
LO4 Apply best practice in the application of AutoCAD to the creation of farm layouts and farm buildings
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
5945 FARM H1706 ICT and Agriculture 1
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Additional Requisite Information
No Co Requisites listed
 
Indicative Content
Word Processing and Spreadsheets
• Word processing • Spreadsheets • Presentation tools
AutoCAD
Drafting using AutoCAD
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Practical100.00%

Assessments

Full Time

No Continuous Assessment
No Project
Practical
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 30
Timing Week 4 Learning Outcomes 1,2
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Research and prepare a specific topic, agreed with class tutor, and create a presentation using a recognized presentation tool.
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 70
Timing Week 13 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Students are also required to submit projects consisting of labs completed throughout the year in each of the tools used to form part of their continuous assessment and learning processes.
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Exam Board
It is at the discretion of the Examination Board as to what the qualifying criteria are.

SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Workload Category Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Practicals Contact ICT and Agriculture 12 Weeks per Stage 3.00 36
Independent Learning Non Contact ICT and Agriculture 12 Weeks per Stage 3.00 36
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
 
Module Resources
This module does not have any book resources
This module does not have any article/paper resources
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