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Undergraduate Course of Computer Science > Athabasca University

Computer Science (COMP) 390
Computer Graphics

Overview

The course is designed to teach the students theoretical and applied aspects of computer graphics.
Outline
Unit 1: Basics of Computer Graphics Hardware
Unit 2: Scanning Algorithms
Unit 3: Two Dimensional Geometry
Unit 4: Three Dimensional Geometry
Unit 5: Three Dimensional Graphics
Unit 6: Elements of Lighting
Unit 7: Visual Effects
Unit 8: Colour Models
Unit 9: Advanced Geometry
Unit 10: Advanced Topics
Unit 11: Support Environments

Undergraduate Course of Computers and Management Information Systems (CMIS) > Athabasca University

Computers and Management Information Systems (CMIS) 245
Microcomputer Applications in Business (Windows)

Overview

CMIS 245 will help you develop the skills required to use microcomputer applications effectively in a business environment. Using a hands-on approach of “learning by doing,” you will learn to use the Microsoft Office 2007 suite of products, and develop skills in using software designed to meet today’s business needs.

This course has been recently revised, and the new revision assumes you are using a version of Microsoft Office 2007 that includes the four main applications covered: Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint. Earlier releases of Microsoft Office (Office 2000, 2003, XP) are not compatible with the learning materials in this version of CMIS 245. If you wish to use an earlier version of the software, you may be able to register in an earlier version of this course, but be aware that the earlier version of the course will only be available as long as supplies of older course materials last.

Outline

This course has been organized into 14 lessons, as follows:

Lesson 1: Office Fundamentals

Lesson 2: Microsoft Word Basics

Lesson 3: Editing and Formatting in Word

Lesson 4: Tables and Graphics in Word

Lesson 5: Microsoft Excel Basics

Lesson 6: Excel Formulas and Functions

Lesson 7: Excel Charts

Lesson 8: Introduction to Microsoft Access

Lesson 9: Relational Databases and Multi-Table Queries

Lesson 10: Advanced Query Techniques

Lesson 11: Microsoft PowerPoint Basics

Lesson 12: Presentation Development

Lesson 13: Presentation Design

RMC Modules

The RMC consists of four modules with Modules I, II & IV focusing on basic research skills and methods and Module III concentrating on either quantitative or qualitative analysis. Assessments will be arranged by the individual module tutors and some of them will be of a practical nature, i.e. presentations or case studies integrated in the course.

For full-time internal students the RMC is offered by taught modules. For part-time distance-learners, Modules I & IV are taught together with the full-time students and attendance is compulsory. Modules II & III are taught in a Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), i.e. Module II and the different workshops of Module III (see below) will be available on-line. However, distance-learners are welcome to attend some of the workshops on campus.

Module
Title
Brief description

RMC I
Induction and Basic Skills
The intent of this one week block module is to establish the foundation for future performance as well as to begin to build critical basic research skills (e.g. library searches, literature review, article analysis).

RMC II
Basic Research Methods
In this module basic methods are introduced in both qualitative and quantitative approaches. The module content includes:
Philosophy of Science
Ethics and Legal issues
Research Strategy: Planning, Designing and Implementing
Basics of Quantitative and Qualitative Research

RMC III
a. Quantitative Concentration

b. Qualitative Concentration
This module consists of 14 different workshops with alternate “quantitative” (RMC III a) and “qualitative” (RMC III b) concentration. A total of 7 workshops have to be completed with a possibility of taking more if desired. The student has to decide on one of the “concentrations”, i.e. quantitative or qualitative, by taking at least 4 modules from their chosen area. There are no fixed days for these workshops – their length depends on the content and will be determined by the workshop tutor.

RMC IV
Communication
The intent of this one week module is to provide the students with the basic skills required to communicate research findings to a broader audience, with a focus on peer reviewing, refereed journals, media/material support and presentation skills.

Microelectronics course for School of Engineering and Technology

AT75.04 : Recording Head Technology 2(2-0) [Elective course]

Rationale:

This course introduces the students to recording head technology in hard disc drive industry. It covers both current recording technology and future technology with practical process in Hard Disk Drive (HDD) manufacturing.

Catalog Description:

Magnetic Recording Basics. Magnetic Recording Heads. Thin Film Head Fabrication. Tests of Recording Heads. Basic Disk Drives. The Giant Magneto-Resistive (GMR) Effect. Spin Valve (SV) Head. GMR Design.

Pre-requisite(s):

None

Course Outline:

I Magnetic Recording Basics
1. Magnetism
2. Recording Process
3. Magnetic Circuit

II Magnetic Recording Heads
1. Thin Film Inductive Head
2. Magneto-resistive (MR) Effect
3. MR Head
4. Optical Kerr Effect
5. Magneto-optical Head

III Thin Film Head Fabrication
1. Slider Process
2. Wafer Process

IV Tests of Recording Heads
1. Static and Dynamic Electrical Test
2. Fly Height Test
V Basic Disk Drives
1. Servo Positioning
2. Read/Write Interfaces

VI The Giant Magneto-Resistive Effect
1. Exchange Coupling
2. Ferro and Anti-Ferro Magnetic Properties
3. Physical GMR Effect & Coefficient
4. MR vs. GMR Comparison

VII Spin Valve (SV) Head
1. SV Physics
2. SV Head Configuration
3. SV Transfer Curve
4. Reader Sensitivity

VIII GMR Head Designs
1. Areal Density Perspective
2. Future Head Designs