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1 School of Computing and Technology We offer employment-focused education and research in computing, the built environment and engineering, which gives our students industry-relevant skills and knowledge. Applied Sound 122 Built Environment Architectural Technology 123 Built Environment Construction Management 124 BEng (Hons) Civil and Environmental 125 Computing and Information Systems 126 Computing Science 127 Information Systems for Business 128 Network and Mobile Computing University of West London Undergraduate Prospectus

2 HH36 K131 Code HH36 Applied Sound This course delivers a solid understanding of sound engineering concepts as well as practical skills for design, appliance and maintenance tasks within the audio and communications industries. Built Environment Architectural Technology This is a practically focused technical design course, where you will be trained and encouraged to develop the skills to undertake a professional role within the architecture industry. Code K131 This course introduces the necessary theoretical and practical skills in sound engineering, electronic principles and sound production. this course, you will be equipped with the knowledge and practical skills to work in the audio and communications industries in a range of roles, including sound system designer, engineer and producer. onto a range of postgraduate degrees, including MA Advanced Music Technology and Record Production. Today s audio industry now requires you to have a broader academic background and a wider skill set than ever before. This course will expose you to the latest developments in practice and will ensure that you receive comprehensive theoretical knowledge and related academic instruction in the technical and scientific elements of sound and music technology. The music technology elements of the course focus on the use of contemporary music technology systems. Theory of Sound Electrical Theory Mathematics for Engineers Applications Desktop Audio Systems. Sound Recording Techniques 1. Live Sound Reinforcement Sound Recording Techniques 2 Sound Synthesis Desktop Music Production Digital Electronics Analogue Electronics. Digital Signal Processing Project Recording Studio Design and Acoustics Digital Audio Sound for Picture. Reconciling the needs of the client, the community and the environment, the formation of design proposals and detailed decision-making, are challenging tasks, which require expert and professional judgment. This course will enable you to develop these skills, as well as a range of skills that are transferable to other design areas of built environment. Architectural technologists use their technological knowledge to make sure building designs work as intended in real life. They work on domestic, commercial and industrial projects. This course will enable you to appreciate the interrelationships and multidisciplinary nature of built environment and to gain a broad understanding of the work of fellow professionals in neighbouring disciplines. It will also reinforce the attainment of sustainable design and construction. Core Studies and Computer Aided Design (CAD) Building Technology Planning and Building Regulations Management Design Procedures Construction Materials. Advanced Technology Conversion and Adaptation Construction Law Design Technology Integrated Construction Project. Construction Economics and Finance Advanced Architectural Presentation Design Project Sustainable Building Technology Final Year Project. This course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT), ensuring that you receive a professionally focused qualification. this course, you will be able to pursue a career as an architectural technologist in the construction industry. You will be equipped with the skills required for this role and you will also learn skills that are transferable to other design roles within the field of built environment. onto our MSc Sustainable Built Environments. Additional entry requirements: Applicants must have Maths at Grade B or above. 122 University of West London Undergraduate Prospectus

3 K221 H290 Code K221 Built Environment Construction Management This is a practically orientated, commercial and technical course, which will train you for the professional role of construction or site manager. BEng (Hons) Civil and Environmental Accredited by the Institution of Civil Engineers, the Institution of Structural Engineers, the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation and the Institute of Highway Engineers, you will receive a highly regarded professional qualification as well as a degree. BEng (Hons) Code H290 This course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) and is also recognised by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors. On completion of this course, you will have the knowledge and skills to work in construction management. You may also choose to follow a career in project management, financial management or property development. You can also choose to progress onto our MSc Sustainable Built Environments. With a set of project management skills, a construction manager supervises and directs operations on a construction project, to ensure it is completed safely, on time and within budget. With sole responsibility for the whole project, the construction manager is the first point of contact for the subcontractors and the public. This course will enable you to develop an insight into various construction processes and techniques required for successful site and construction management, including resource management and quality control. Core Studies Building Technology Planning and Building Regulations Management Measuring, Tendering and Estimating Construction Materials. Advanced Technology Project Planning Construction Law Business Management Integrated Construction Project. Construction Economics and Finance Facilities Management Contract Administration Sustainable Building Technology Final Year Project. This course covers the main civil engineering disciplines of structures, geotechnics, water engineering, and highway engineering, and will provide you with the key analytical and practical skills and knowledge required to become a chartered civil or structural engineer. You will be taught by experts in structural, water and geotechnical engineering and benefit from the latest world-leading research we are doing. We will show you how to think about problems from a sustainable point of view, so you are prepared for the ever changing needs of our world. After graduation, students are equipped to work for consultants, contractors or government at senior management level. The core curriculum includes instruction in all main subject areas, concentrating on analysis and materials behaviour, with increasing focus on design and management in the specialisation years. Throughout, there is emphasis on the personal development of students within a professional environment. Structural Mechanics Civil Construction Civil Practice Construction Materials Core Studies Mathematic for Civil Engineers. Fluid Mechanics Design of Structural Elements Highway Geology and Elements of Soil Mechanics Design of Steel and Masonry Structures Sustainable Civil. Commercial Management Final Year Project Environmental Protection Geotechnical Design Structural Design Project. The expertise of leading industry consultants and businesses feeds directly into your degree. Civil engineering is the oldest engineering discipline after military engineering. It is traditionally broken into several sub-disciplines. Our graduates can follow their career in any of the following sub-disciplines: Structural engineering structural engineering consultancies Water resources engineering utility companies Transportation engineering transportation authorities Materials science and engineering research centres Construction engineering civil engineering companies Environmental engineering local and national government Geotechnical engineering engineering consultancies. Additional entry requirements: Level 3 qualifications must include Maths and/or Physics. 124 University of West London Undergraduate Prospectus

4 GG45 G401 Code GG45 Saturdays Computing and Information Systems On this course, you will learn the theory, practice and application of computing and information systems in relation to the constantly changing environment. Computing Science On this course, you will learn about the fundamentals and science behind computing and you will develop the knowledge and skills to pursue a career in this field. Code G401 During the course, we encourage you to take up work placements to enhance your CV and employment prospects. this course, you will be in a position to apply for a wide range of systems analyst, software developer/programmer, database specialist, user support and usability engineer. onto our MSc Computing, MSc Information Systems or our MSc Information Management. Computers are everywhere that we work, shop and play. In the world of work, computers manage the information that is vital to plan and develop a vision of the organisation for the future. On this course, you will gain a grounded understanding and develop industry relevant skills in a number of areas including management information, programming, databases and networking. While no specific prior knowledge of information systems is required, you should be comfortable working in a technical discipline. Of course some real interest and experience in computer programming would be useful. Throughout the course, we encourage you to take part in an enriched learning experience. This experience can take the form of an internship, a sandwich year, part-time or voluntary work. We aim to help every student gain this experience while studying this course. Computer Systems Fundamentals Object Oriented Programming User Requirements Specification. Interfaces and Human Computer Interaction Network Management. Advanced Databases Applied Software Development Methods Enterprise Networking Middleware Programming Strategies and Systems. Although the range of jobs within the IT industry has diversified greatly in recent years, there remains a core knowledge base that is central to many specialist areas within the field of computing. The underpinning discipline of computing science has itself evolved over the years, but remains a major route into the profession, particularly for those seeking a technical orientation. This course will provide you with a key set of skills in the theory, practice and efficient application of computers in relation to the changing and challenging environment. We encourage you to take part in Computer Systems Fundamentals Internet Technologies Algorithms and Data Structures Functional Programming Object Oriented Programming. Distributed Systems Knowledge Based Technologies Middleware Programming Computer Security Grid Computing. Projects involve utilising Raspberry Pi s, BeagleBoards, NanoNote s, OpenMokos, Lego Mindstorm, Apple and Android mobile devices. software/systems architect, systems/network engineer and programmer/software developer. your studies, you can choose to progress onto our MSc Computing. 126 University of West London Undergraduate Prospectus

5 G500 G421 Code G500 Information Systems for Business Information systems are a key business enabler for most companies in the 21st Century. On this course, you will learn about how they help a business to operate. Network and Mobile Computing On this course, you will gain a solid understanding of the principles and practice of designing, building and maintaining network and mobile computer systems, capable of supporting local, national and global organisations. Code G421 Graduates will become competent in areas of systems development and IT deployment, but also aware of the business environment. roles in computing and business, including business/systems analyst, database designer/ developer, IS project manager and IS strategy. your studies, you can choose to progress onto our MSc Information Systems or our MSc Information Management. To any business, high-quality information, processes and systems to manage or control data are critical. Without this, a business would find it impossible to plan and develop a vision for the future. On this course, you will gain a solid understanding of the theory, practice and applications of information systems and how they work in an ever-changing way within a variety of businesses and organisations. While no specific prior knowledge of information systems is required, you should at least be comfortable working in both a technical and business-oriented discipline. We encourage you to take part in any Organisational Behaviour Operations Management ecommerce and ecrm User Requirements Specification. Interfaces and Human Computer Interaction Network Management. Advanced Business Systems Development Methods Project Strategies and Systems. The internet and mobile technologies have become a revolutionary force in our lives. They have redefined the way we communicate, work, shop and play. Within organisations, network and mobile technologies are now a critical part of effective business operations so now, more than ever before, network administrators and designers are essential to the success of almost all businesses. On this course, you will have the opportunity to gain the industry standard CISCO Certified Networking Associate (CCNA) status. CISCO certification is recognised as the gold standard in the networking industry and this course enables you to build upon theory and to obtain hands-on experience in how to solve real-life problems. We encourage you to take part in Problem Solving Software Development Network Fundamentals. User Requirement Specifications Commercial Computing Systems Management (CISCO) Wireless Application Development Mobile Technologies. Enterprise Networking Grid Computing Computer Security Distributed Systems. This course will provide you with the opportunity to gain the industry standard CISCO Certified Networking Associate (CCNA) status. network engineer, mobile applications programmer and security administrator. your studies, you can choose to progress onto our MSc Network and Mobile Computing. 128 University of West London Undergraduate Prospectus