Physics, statistics and computer science 3

Module Computer science

By the end of the course, students will be able to:

• Understand the fundamentals of digital coding and hardware architecture.

• Proficiently use operating systems and core software applications.

• Grasp network operations and the critical importance of cybersecurity in healthcare.

• Manage and organize data through the use of relational databases.

No advanced computer skills are required. However, students are expected to have:

• Basic logical-mathematical skills.

• Basic digital literacy (file/folder management and web browsing).

• Introduction to Computer Science
• Data Coding and Representation
• Computer Architecture
• Operating Systems and Software Applications
• Computer Networks and the Internet
• Introduction to Databases
• Network Services and Security

• Luca Mari, Giacomo Buonanno, Donatella Sciuto – Informatica e cultura dell'informazione (Second Edition), McGraw-Hill.
• Lecture slides and materials provided by the instructor.
• Any valid textbook for the attainment of ECDL or ICDL certification.
• For the HTML markup language: https://www.w3schools.com/html/

The final assessment is structured as follows:

• Format: The written exam can be completed through two mid-term assessments (prove in itinere) or, alternatively, by taking a single complete exam during the official sessions.

• Test Structure: The exam typically consists of 24 multiple-choice questions and 2 open-ended questions.

• Evaluation Criteria: Open-ended answers will be evaluated based on conciseness, the correct use of technical terminology, and the relevance of the content to the topic.

1. Multiple-Choice Question Which hardware component is specifically designed to connect a computer to a wired network (LAN)?

• A) GPU

• B) Network Interface Card (NIC)

• C) Power Supply Unit (PSU)

• D) RAM

2. Open-Ended Question Briefly describe the difference between Alan Turing’s architectural model and the Von Neumann architecture.