Course Details
Country:
Ireland
Institution:
Dublin City University
Course Title:
Modern Technology
Course Number:
PHY1026
Course Description:
Module Aim: An introduction to modern technology, at a non-technical level, but sufficient to give an appropriate background to people using and marketing these technologies.
Learning Outcomes
1. Appreciate the impact of electronic devices on modern life
2. Describe the different ways of recording and broadcasting sound
3. Describe the different methods of broadcasting pictures and recent developments
4. Appreciate the impact and limitations of modern communication technology
Indicative Content and Learning Activities
Electronics
Electronics & computers, Modern electronic devices, Nanotechnology Information storage & computer memory Hard disks & other computer memory systems
Audio Technology
Audio Technology Digital and analogue sound reproduction Digital sound storage & MP3s Lasers & CDs Analogue & digital radio broadcasting
Video technology
Video Technology Digital cameras, scanners & imaging Analogue & digital television Videos, DVDs & blue laser DVDs
Communication systems
Communication systems Fixed line phone system Mobile phone system ISDN, data networks and alternative systems, Optical Fibres & communication
https://www101.dcu.ie/registry/module_contents.php?subcode=PS130&function=2
Language:
English
Approved Equivalent:
INTS 399
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