Module Details |
| The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
| Title | Networking and Hosting | ||
| Code | PHYS863 | ||
| Coordinator |
Prof AFG Taktak Physics Afgt@liverpool.ac.uk |
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| Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
| Session 2018-19 | Level 7 FHEQ | Whole Session | 10 |
Aims |
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The aim of this module is to give the students information about IT and computing requirements in a clinical setting. It aims to cover the fundamentals of web programming, the environment for hosting IT services and the principles behind networks and their design. The module aims to give the students this knowledge mainly through lectures and seminars. In addition there will be a practical session with the aim of giving the students experience of using typical software. Some case studies will be considered by the students with the aim of demonstrating to them how IT and computing are used in a clinical scenario. |
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Learning Outcomes |
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Configure ICT hardware, software and network components
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Apply relevant safety standards and configuration control.
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Implement server-based applications, ensuring appropriate security, protective measures and routine housekeeping tasks |
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Understand ICT standards applied to healthcare. |
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Syllabus |
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Software development · Strategies for web development · Programming for the web with reference to current standards · programming tools, including: o Web programming o Forms and data o Limiting access o Developing dynamic content o Interfacing with a database o Security and privacy o Public and private key encryption
Hosting environments · Storage services · Backup, Archiving, Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery · RAID, SAN · Server virtualisation · Cloud computing · Web services (SOAP & REST) · Security and governance for cloud services
Networking · Local and wide area networking, including: o Available architectures o Performance issues o Scalability o Bridging versus routing o Cabling infrastructure o Hubs o Traffic management · Data Exchange Protocols · Data exchange standards – Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine (DICOM) and Healthcare Level 7 (HL7) · Links to hospital administration systems |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Lecture - Lectures and Tutorials based around group discussion |
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Laboratory Work - Usie of examples of software tools |
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Teaching Schedule |
| Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
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10 Lectures and Tutorials based around group discussion |
6 Usie of examples of software tools |
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| Private Study | 84 | ||||||
| TOTAL HOURS | 100 | ||||||
Assessment |
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| Coursework | 2000 Word | March of Semester 2 | 70 | Yes | Standard UoL penalty applies | Written assignment relating to a case study |
| Practical Assessment | 20 minute presentati | June Semester 2 | 30 | Yes | Standard UoL penalty applies | Software Development Demonstrator Notes (applying to all assessments) - none |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. Explanation of Reading List: |
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