TST-01116 Introduction to Information Technology, 4 cr
Additional information
The course is intended only for the first year students of the International Degree Programme in Science and Engineering, BSc (Tech). The course LTT-11106 Introduction to Academic Studies must be taken at the same time.
The course is only intended for degree students
Person responsible
Matti Haavisto, Erja Sipilä, Karri Palovuori
Lessons
| Implementation | Period | Person responsible | Requirements |
| TST-01116 2017-01 | 2 |
Matti Haavisto Terhi Kipinä Karri Palovuori Erja Sipilä |
Project work assignments and passed exam. |
Learning Outcomes
A student understands the operation of digital devices and can describe it. A student can describe the structure of a basic computer. A student recognizes the importance of programs and algorithms in information technology. A student understands the advantage reached by digitalization. A student can describe the operation of a small data transfer / communication system. A student is able to solder electronics components on a printed circuit board. A students is familiar with basic electrical measurements using multimeter, in addition he/she knows how to program a micro controller with very simple instrucytion set and he/she knows how to transfer the software to a memory of a micro controller. A student can work in a small group and he/she knows the basis of project-based working.
Content
| Content | Core content | Complementary knowledge | Specialist knowledge |
| 1. | Number systems, signals, bits | ||
| 2. | Basic logic gates, arithmetic components, a flip flop, state machines, a formal design flow | ||
| 3. | The structure of a computer and its principle | ||
| 4. | Digitalization (sound, image). The principle of AD- and DA-conversions | ||
| 5. | Introduction of data transfer / communication systems. | ||
| 6. | The implementation of a small electronic device and reportage |
Correspondence of content
| Course | Corresponds course | Description |
|
TST-01116 Introduction to Information Technology, 4 cr + TIE-05206 Microprocessors, 4 cr | TIE-05216 Introduction to Embedded Systems, 5 cr |