De Montfort University

Module template proforma

Basic module information

Module Title:Project Management and Development

Module Code:IMAT2204 / Credit value:30 / Credit level:5

Owning Board:Business Computing and Maths

Faculty:Technology

Term/semester:(semester only for postgraduate modules, or undergraduate modules with explicit University agreement)

Module Leader:Matthew Dean

Module pre-requisites (module code/s only):IMAT1604 & IMAT1401

Maximum student numbers on module (if applicable):NA

Module description (including outline content)

The module will take the form of a taught project module and will typically cover such topics as:

  • Application of programming skills to complete the work
  • Application of skills taught on parallel/previous modules
  • Advanced database / system analysis and design
  • Professional and personal development

Although no specific language is explicitly named for the module it would be wise to select a family of languages / development environments. For example selecting languages such as C#/VB/ASP.NET under Visual Studio would provide sufficient scope / similarity to facilitate student learning.

Students will be organised into development teams and they will need to identify the portfolio of skills they are able to offer. Projects will need to be carefully sourced to match this range of skills. In house project will also be available.

One important concept drawn from problem based learning is the idea that learning should be apprenticeship based. This module will use this principle to give students the opportunity to create projects for / based on real world projects.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this module the student will be able to:
  1. Create an advanced prototype with suitable database functionality
  2. Create the beginnings of a professional portfolio of work
  3. Demonstrate skills allowing them to act as a computing professional
  4. Demonstrate problem solving skills allowing them to adapt to the challenges of changing technology
  5. Application of skills from other modules on the course

Assessment

Type of assessment / Duration/
volume / Assessment weighting % / Final assessment Y/N / Minimum threshold mark %(if not 40%) / Essential component Y/N / Learning outcome(s)
assessed
Coursework / 100% / Y / 1,2,3,4,5

Assessment Notes

Reassessment

By failed component

Expected methods of delivery

The module has a strong emphasis on 'hands-on' development. It is delivered substantially via taught laboratory sessions. The rationale here is that skills development is initially an intensely practical activity. Students will be provided with worked examples and illustrative material. They will have access to a visual environment and an appropriate development tool.

Module delivery variations (if applicable)

Curriculum Planning Office, Department of Academic Quality

Valid from session 2009/10 (revised Jan 2010)