Path studies in Information Technology Engineering Degree (UAS)Laajuus (42 cr)

Objective

After completing the course, the student will:
• recognize the uses of artificial intelligence and its potential ethical challenges
• understand the basic functionality of a computer at both hardware and software levels
• understand the basic operation of computer networks
• understand network security and be able to list different types of network attacks and some protection methods
• be familiar with data protection legislation and be able to assess the reliability of information
• understand the purposes and basic functions of different types of databases
• be familiar with the core content of their chosen specialization (electronics technician, wellness technology technician, IT support specialist, software developer, network technician)

Content

• Applications of artificial intelligence
• Artificial intelligence and ethics
• Functioning of a computer
• Functioning of computer networks
• Network security
• Data protection and reliability of information
• Databases
• Technological development and its environmental impact
Specialization Content:
• Electronics technician specialization: Common electronic components, Electrical safety, Implementation of an embedded system
• Wellness technology technician specialization: Applications of wellness technology, Electrical safety
• IT support specialist specialization: User and resource management in a networked environment, Cloud services, Command languages and their purposes
• Software developer specialization: Software development methods, Software architecture styles and design patterns, Open-source software
• Network technician specialization: Network cabling, Network devices

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Student has completed all learning assignments and has achieved learning outcomes.