Module Title:Digital Skills
Language of Instruction:English
Credits: 10
NFQ Level:6
Module Delivered In 5 programme(s)
Teaching & Learning Strategies: Practical labs in word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software/tools and exploring the uses of IT for business
Module Aim: This module introduces students to the uses of IT for business environments and the applications that support business administration.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to:
LO1 Describe how technology is enabling digital transformation in business
LO2 Present business communications using a presentation software/online tools
LO3 Create documents using word processing software
LO4 Create financial and business solutions using a spreadsheet software programme
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed.
No requirements listed
 

Module Content & Assessment

Indicative Content
Technologies for business applications and digital transformation
Identify technologies for business applications and digital transformation
Word Processing
Introduction to word processing. Formatting text/paragraphs/documents. long documents. Table of Contents. References. Styles. Hyperlinking/Bookmarks. Navigation Pane. Collaborating on Documents. Review. Cloud document services . Working with PDFs
Spreadsheets
Introduction to spreadsheets. Formatting options. Sorting and filtering. Multiple sheets. Formulas. Charts
Presentation tools
Introduction to presentation tools. Best practice design and layout for presentations. Formatting options. Customised presentations. Animation and transitions.
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment100.00%
Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Case Studies Create business documents covering key word processing skills 3 30.00 n/a
Practical/Skills Evaluation Create financial and data calculation using spreadsheet software 4 30.00 Week 10
Practical/Skills Evaluation Present how technology is enabling digital transformation in business using presentation software/online tool 1,2 40.00 Sem 1 End
No Project
No Practical
No End of Module Formal Examination

SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Laboratory 12 Weeks per Stage 6.00
Independent Learning 15 Weeks per Stage 11.87
Total Hours 250.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Laboratory 12 Weeks per Stage 3.00
Independent Learning 15 Weeks per Stage 5.93
Total Hours 125.00
 

Module Delivered In

Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CW_BWBUS_B Bachelor of Business (Honours) Options: in Business or Digital Marketing 1 Mandatory
CW_BWBUS_D Bachelor of Business Options: Business or Digital Marketing 1 Mandatory
CW_BWTEM_B Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Tourism and Event Management 1 Mandatory
CW_BWTEM_D Bachelor of Science in Tourism and Event Management 1 Mandatory
CW_BWBUS_C Higher Certificate in Business 1 Mandatory
Discussion Note: This is to replace 9577 (module title name incorrect, should be Digital Skills not Information technology, no other changes)