Module Title:Business and Accounting Applications
Credits: 10
NFQ Level:6
Module Delivered In No Programmes
Teaching & Learning Strategies: Lectures - communication of knowledge and ideas from the lecturer to the student. Problem Solving Exercises - student will work as part of a team and will work together to resolve various business scenarios. Class Discussion/Debate - Students will be encouraged to actively participate in the class sessions which will develop their analytical and communication skills. E-Learning - It is envisaged that the module will be supported with on-line learning materials. Self-Direct Independent Learning - the emphasis on independent learning will develop a strong and autonomous work and learning practices.
Module Aim: The aim of this subject is to build on the skills developed in Business Applications 1 and provide the students with the essential information technology skills required for entering the workplace or for continued studies. Students will learn the advanced features of email, word processing and spreadsheets in addition to relevant and up-to-date theory topics.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to:
LO1 Demonstrate an understanding of a range of theory topics including hardware, software, telecommunications, the Internet and World Wide Web and protecting information assets.
LO2 Demonstrate an ability to manage databases in business contexts.
LO3 Produce a professional website using a website development tool.
LO4 Demonstrate the ability to design and create spreadsheets for business applications
LO5 Demonstrate the ability to use the advanced features of Wordprocessing
LO6 Demonstrate the ability to use the advanced features of email and cloud computing
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
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Co-requisite Modules
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Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed.
Business Applications 1
 

Module Content & Assessment

Indicative Content
Hardware
Components of a computer system; input and output technologies; CPU; primary and secondary storage
Software
System and application software; general functions of an operating system; major types of application software
Telecommunications
The basic telecommunications system; LANs and Wans; Protocols; Transmission technologies
The Internet and World Wide Web
The Internet; The World Wide Web; Intranets; Extranets; Internet addresses
Protecting your information assets
Behavioural actions; Computer-based actions
Database Management Systems
Introduction to Database design, creation and data objects
Web Design using Software Tools.
Designing and creating a website with web development tools.
Advanced Email
Mobile and remote access; Managing messages: Track delivered and read mail; Use the mail rules wizard; Use the out of office assistant; Sharing files and information; Working with the calendar; Working with the journal; Working with tasks; Using the newsreader and cloud computing.
Advanced Excel
Pivot Tables, Scenario Management and Database Management integration.
Advanced Word
Creating styles; creating templates; Electronic forms; Advanced tables; Using fill in fields; Working with long documents; Mail merge to produce letters, catalogues etc.. and conditional merging
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment100.00%
Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Case Studies Theory 1 25.00 Week 6
Other Case Study, Project 2,3 20.00 Week 12
Other Case Study, Project, Capstone. 4,5,6 55.00 Week 20
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
Lecture Every Week 1.00
Laboratory Every Week 2.00
Independent Learning Every Week 4.00
Total Hours 7.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Lecture Every Week 0.50
Independent Learning Every Week 5.50
Laboratory Every Week 1.50
Total Hours 7.50