Module Information
Module Identifier
CS02420
Module Title
Foundation Mini Projects
Academic Year
2025/2026
Co-ordinator
Semester
Semester 2
Pre-Requisite
Completion of Semester 1 modules of the CS Foundation Year.
Co-Requisite
Foundation Programming
Reading List
Other Staff
Course Delivery
Assessment
| Assessment Type | Assessment length / details | Proportion |
|---|---|---|
| Semester Assessment | Complete mini-projects | 100% |
| Supplementary Assessment | Complete mini-projects | 100% |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module students should be able to:
Create simple websites and deploy them using graphical tools.
Create simple games using graphical and programming tools.
Develop solutions to computational problems under guidance.
Brief description
The module will provide an introduction to various aspects of computer science from the perspective of creating and connecting small programs with the options of web sites and simple hardware.
Aims
To engage students in the subject with the fun mini projects related to computer science.
Content
The content is indicative, and projects will be changed to reflect current trends.
Example possible projects:
• A simple website using GUI tools.
• Exploring graphics and data visualisation.
• A simple graphical game.
• Introduction to hardware with Arduino.
Example possible projects:
• A simple website using GUI tools.
• Exploring graphics and data visualisation.
• A simple graphical game.
• Introduction to hardware with Arduino.
Module Skills
| Skills Type | Skills details |
|---|---|
| Application of Number | Some understanding of number will be required for accurate colour and placement |
| Communication | Yes, communication will be assessed by a well presented software solution and written report. |
| Improving own Learning and Performance | Yes, students will be encouraged to solve problems independently, while providing support where needed. |
| Information Technology | Yes, technology is core to the module. |
| Personal Development and Career planning | No |
| Problem solving | Problems will need to be overcome in order to develop solutions that behave and appear as intended. |
| Research skills | Use of online sources to overcome development problems and read around the subject. |
| Subject Specific Skills | Yes, web development, programming, computational thinking. |
| Team work | No, in the module the students will work independently. |
Notes
This module is at CQFW Level 3