September 2009 Computing induction School of Computing Studying at University

September 2009 Computing induction Taking notes … … is an essential skill –If there are handouts An extra aid to memory Reinforce key points –If there aren’t handouts The only aid to memory Make notes in your own words and style –Not necessarily the same format for every lecture –Not necessarily the same format as others use Try to file notes ASAP after the lecture Copy up notes from missed sessions ASAP

September 2009 Computing induction Taking notes … … is an essential skill Skills are acquired through practice –Practice this one now Important information can be found in handbook on CSWeb BUT your notes will be easier to understand contain only the info of relevance to you contain updates to printed material Try to pick out the key points

September 2009 Computing induction Structure of Year Autumn: 28 September – 18 December Weeks 1 – 12 Week 7 (9 – 13 Nov) is project week Spring: 18 January – 9 April Weeks 13 – 24 Week 21 (15 – 19 March) is project week Summer: 10 May – 18 June Weeks 25 – 30 No teaching – exam term

September 2009 Computing induction Project Weeks Two project weeks per year –Weeks 7 and 21 Normal timetable is suspended –No teaching on COxxx modules –No teaching on CBxxx modules –Other modules may have some teaching A variety of different activities –projects –workshops –tests Not a holiday!

September 2009 Computing induction Project Week this term Activities Monday – Wednesday –Talk by Simon Ritter (Sun technology evangelist) –Exam preparation & techniques session –CO320 practice test –CO321 & CO322 revision/help sessions

September 2009 Computing induction Time Management You want to: –Get a degree –Have fun You may need to: –Do paid work –Commute –Look after children Time planning is essential to fit it all in

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September 2009 Computing induction Assessment and Examination (1) Each module is assessed separately by continuous assessment and examination Weighting varies from module to module Exams are in May –Each module has a separate exam paper –Rubrics and exam lengths are displayed on notice-boards and on CSWeb –Past papers are available on the web Re-sit exams are in August

September 2009 Computing induction Assessment and Examination (2) 20% Assess 80% Exam –CB343 –CB586 –CB680 –EC309 30% Assess 70% Exam –CB302 –CB675 40% Assess 60% Exam –CO357 –EC313 50% Assess 50% Exam –CO321 –CO322 –CO324 –CO325 –CO327 –CO520 –EL331 60% Assess 40% Exam –EL % Assess NO exam –CO320 –CB671 –PL302

September 2009 Computing induction Assessment and Examination (3) To pass: At least 40% in every module An average of ≥ 40% but < 60% gains a PASS An average of ≥ 60% but < 70% gains a MERIT An average of ≥ 70% gains a DISTINCTION

September 2009 Computing induction Assessment and Examination (3) To pass: At least 40% in every module If you don’t quite manage to pass: If your average over all modules is ≥ 40% You may be allowed to progress Compensation: Up to 2 modules allowed to be < 40% but ≥ 30% A mark < 30% in any module means a fail overall Condonement: Module specific For illness/exceptional circumstances Up to 2 modules allowed to be < 40% You only have to resit failed modules

September 2009 Computing induction Assessment and Examination (4) CS / CS(xyz) / WCo –To pass: At least 40% in every module –To progress: An average ≥ 40% ≥ 40% in 6 modules ≥ 30% in 2 modules Any module compensatable or condonable CO320 is only compensatable if you pass the compulsory test

September 2009 Computing induction Assessment and Examination (4) Computer Science & Man Science –To pass: At least 40% in every module –To progress: An average ≥ 40% ≥ 40% in CB586 ≥ 40% in 5 other modules ≥ 30% in 2 other modules CB586 is not compensatable or condonable CO320 is only compensatable if you pass the compulsory test

September 2009 Computing induction Assessment and Examination (4) Computing & Business Admin –To pass: At least 40% in every module –To progress: An average ≥ 40% A mark ≥ 40% in CO357 (if taken) ≥ 30% in 2 modules and ≥ 40% in rest CO357 is not compensatable or condonable CO320 is only compensatable if you pass the compulsory test

September 2009 Computing induction Assessment and Examination (4) Other students –To pass: At least 40% in every module –To progress CO357 is neither compensatable nor condonable Any other Stage 1 COxxx module is compensatable or condonable –CO320 is only compensatable if you pass the compulsory test Check with your home department about the status of other modules you are taking

September 2009 Computing induction Maximising Final Outcome Stage 1 marks do not count towards final degree classification Stage 1 learning does Higher stage 1 marks lead to higher stage 2 & 3 marks Stage 1 marks are the only indicator available to employers when applying for Year in Industry placements

September 2009 Computing induction Progression Correlation: r = 0.7

September 2009 Computing induction Doing the work Do attend lectures –Not simply following the handouts –Do take notes –They help you to learn Do attend classes –They are compulsory –They are based upon lectures –They help you to learn Do attempt the assessments –They count towards the module mark –They are compulsory –They help you to learn

September 2009 Computing induction

September 2009 Computing induction Punctuality is important Perpetually running late does not mark you out as either a very busy (for which read unbelievably important) person or an insouciant maverick. It exposes you as an arrogant incompetent who thinks that his time is more valuable than other people’s. Times 2, 24 th September 2007

September 2009 Computing induction Illness You may not always be able to attend lectures or classes or submit work on time –Illness, family emergency, … Let us know – tutor, class supervisors, lecturers, me –Tell course admin if you have swine flu If it is serious –Try to provide some sort of evidence Note from GP, letter from family member, …

September 2009 Computing induction Taking notes … Have you noted? –Project week dates –Changes to coursework weightings –Non-compensatable modules you are taking

September 2009 Computing induction Keeping Up To date – read it regularly CS Web – Electronic forums –ukc.cs.undergrads –ukc.cs.canterbury –ukc.cs.coXXX

September 2009 Computing induction Where to go for Help Tutor Senior Tutor Class supervisors, Lecturers & Convenors Homework club Stage Director The Learning Resources Centre (UELT) Student Representatives Go sooner rather than later!

September 2009 Computing induction

September 2009 Computing induction