Module Details
Module Code: |
BUSS H2318 |
Module Title:
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Business Applications II
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Title:
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Business Applications II
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Module Level:: |
6 |
Module Coordinator: |
Martin Meagher
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Module Author:: |
Esther Brett
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Module Description: |
The aim of the subject is to build on the skills developed in Business Applications I and to provide the students with the essential information technology skills required for entering the workplace or for continued studies. Students will begin with an introduction to Database Management Systems and Web Developing, building upon the theoretical foundations of Information Systems, and learning the advanced features of Word, and Excel. Students will apply the skills learned in a project they will undertake to a professional standard using the advanced features of Excel, Word and Cloud Computing.
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Learning Outcomes |
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Learning Outcome Description |
LO1 |
Demonstrate the ability to model spreadsheet for business applications. |
LO2 |
Demonstrate the ability to use the advanced features of Wordprocessing |
LO3 |
Demonstrate a basic understanding of the theory topics of hardware, software and telecommunications. |
LO4 |
Design and create a website using a website development tool. |
LO5 |
Produce cloud computing facilities for group interaction. |
Dependencies |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
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No recommendations listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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No Co-requisite modules listed |
Additional Requisite Information
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No Co Requisites listed
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Indicative Content |
Advanced Spreadsheets (40%).
Develop advanced excel skills including absolute and relative referencing; advanced functions IF, VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP, PMT, ROUND, RAND; importing data from other sources; finding and correcting errors in formulae; what-if analysis (Goal Seek; Scenarios and data tables); using Solver to find optimal solutions; Pivot tables & Pivot charts; Data analytics, Presentation behaviour; Dashboards; Creating and editing charts; advanced formatting; protecting cells and sheets.
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Advanced Wordprocessing (30%).
Creating styles, templates, electronic forms, advanced tables; Using fill in fields; Working with long documents; Mail merge to produce letters, catalogues etc. and conditional merging.
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Theory (10%)
Introduction to hardware, software and telecommunications, including cloud computing.
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Web Design using Software Tools (20%).
HTML,CSS and Web Design basics; Working with Templates, Layout and Navigation; Adding Interactivity and Media elements; Testing,
Uploading and Publishing to the web.
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Module Content & Assessment
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Assessment Breakdown | % |
Continuous Assessment | 100.00% |
AssessmentsFull Time
No End of Module Formal Examination |
Reassessment Requirement |
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.
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Reassessment Description The repeat assessment will be a 2 hour exam covering all the applications in the module.
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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 |
Laboratory |
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Contact |
Demonstration and practice of advanced application features |
Every Week |
2.75 |
2.75 |
Lecture |
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Contact |
Facilitate learning of required theory topics |
Every Week |
0.25 |
0.25 |
Independent Learning |
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Non Contact |
Student practice of new features |
Every Week |
4.00 |
4 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
3.00 |
Workload: Part Time |
Workload Type |
Workload Category |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
Lecture |
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Contact |
No Description |
Every Week |
1.50 |
1.5 |
Independent Learning Time |
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Non Contact |
No Description |
Every Week |
550.00 |
550 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
1.50 |
Module Resources
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Recommended Book Resources |
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Khan, S.. (2015), Mastering Google Drive and Docs, Prentice Hall, New Jersey, [ISBN: 978-073566913].
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Monk , E., Brady, J., Cook, G. S. & Mendelsohn, E.. (2105), Problem Solving Cases In Microsoft Access and Excel, 13. Prentice Hall, New Jersey.
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Gardner,C., Rathswohl,E.. MIS cases, 2nd. New York; Wiley, [ISBN: 978-1-118-29161-0].
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Griffin,S.. (2016), Data visualization & presentation with Microsoft Office, Sage, London.
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Maivald, J.. (2016), Adobe Dreamweaver CC Classroom in a Book, Adobe Press, New York.
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This module does not have any other resources |
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