The Term Project assignment offers the opportunity to explore/research a specific topic in computer systems in-depth, and present your findings in the form of a written report. Your term project must be 3-4 pages including a cover page. This assignment must follow APA style and will be submitted in two installments:In this module, you will select a topic for your Term Project. You can select from one of the following five topics on computer systems.

• ï‚·  LiFi as a new emerging network (You can focus on any aspect of this new technology, ie. benefits, comparison to existing technology, etc...). 
• ï‚·  New emerging technology in Computer Architecture (Processors, processing power, etc...). 
• ï‚·  Information Systems, roles in society, importance in organizations and how IS will assist new fields (i.e. data analytics). 
• ï‚·  Cyber Security is not a new issue. In fact, there has always been opportunistic people. Since the Internet was opened publically years ago, security of the Internet was no longer possible. With all the recent hacks security is still not seen by some as essential. Describe systems at risk, data breaches, the need for disaster recovery, and how data centers fit into this equation. 
•   Integration of technology is a new and exciting thing. Discuss how design and implementation is important and how to apply it to a new developing system.
• The topic selected should include a comprehensive assessment of basics of computers, the role in which they play, and the needs of an organization and/or person.

 

The Term Project assignment offers the opportunity to explore/research a specific topic in
computer systems in-depth, and present your findings in the form of a written report. Your term
project must be 3-4 pages including a cover page. This assignment must follow APA style and
will be submitted in two installments: a First Draft due no later than Sunday 11:59 PM
EST/EDT of Module 5, and a Final Draft due no later than Sunday 11:59 PM EST/EDT of
Module 7.
In this module, you will select a topic for your Term Project. You can select from one of the
following five topics on computer systems. LiFi as a new emerging network (You can focus on any aspect of this new technology,
ie. benefits, comparison to existing technology, etc…). New emerging technology in Computer Architecture (Processors, processing power,
etc...). Information Systems, roles in society, importance in organizations and how IS will assist
new fields (i.e. data analytics). Cyber Security is not a new issue. In fact, there has always been opportunistic people.
Since the Internet was opened publically years ago, security of the Internet was no
longer possible. With all the recent hacks security is still not seen by some as essential.
Describe systems at risk, data breaches, the need for disaster recovery, and how data
centers fit into this equation. Integration of technology is a new and exciting thing. Discuss how design and
implementation is important and how to apply it to a new developing system. The topic selected should include a comprehensive assessment of basics of computers, the role
in which they play, and the needs of an organization and/or person. For all topics, you are
required to reflect how Saint Leo’s core value of Integrity relates. COM203 Term Project Guidelines and Scoring Rubric
Scoring Rubric
Inquiry &
Analysis
Content:
Relevance of
Essay to the
Question Developing Skill
(Intermediate) Developing Skill
(Early) Answer is complete;
sufficient detail provided to
support assertions;
factually correct. Describes
the history of computers.
Evaluates the types of
computer parts and
describes how your
computer processes data. Answer is mostly
complete; answer
focuses only on issues
related to the question;
few and minor errors in
content. Addresses the
topic in a majority
fashion. Evaluates most
of the types of computer
parts. Organizes and synthesizes
evidence to reveal
insightful patterns,
differences, or similarities
related to the question. Organizes evidence to
reveal important
patterns, differences, or
similarities related to the
question. States a conclusion that is
a logical extrapolation from
the analysis of
evidence/data presented. States a conclusion
focused solely on the
analysis of
evidence/data
presented. The
conclusion arises
specifically from and
responds specifically to
the analysis of
evidence/data
presented. Answer is brief with
insufficient detail.
Unrelated issues were
introduced and/or
multiple errors in
content. Barely
addresses the topic
question. Marginally
addresses the types of
computer parts.
Organizes evidence,
but the organization is
not effective in
revealing important
patterns, differences,
or similarities related to
the question.
States a general
conclusion that,
because it is so
general, also applies
beyond the scope of
the analysis of
evidence/data
presented. Mature Skill Analysis Conclusions Writing
Skills
Sources &
Evidence Organization
& Logic of
Answer Control of
Syntax and
Mechanics Use of
Relevant
APA style Developing Skill
(Intermediate) Developing Skill
(Early) Demonstrates skillful use
of high-quality, credible,
relevant sources to
develop ideas that are
appropriate for the thought
question.
Clear and logical
presentation; good
development of an
argument; transitions are
made clearly and smoothly.
Uses language that
skillfully communicates
meaning to readers with
clarity and fluency. Clear,
readable, prose. Good use
of transitions; no problems
with spelling, punctuation,
or grammar. Infrequent and
minor mechanical
problems. Errors do not
impair readability. Demonstrates consistent
use of credible, relevant
sources to support ideas
that are situated within
the thought question. All relevant aspects of APA
style are used correctly.
Title page properly
formatted, use of in-text
citations, format of
references cited. Infrequent errors in APA
style; errors involve only
minor aspects of APA
style – no errors in style
for citations &
references. Demonstrates an
attempt to use credible
and/or relevant sources
to support ideas that
are appropriate for the
thought question.
Minor problems of
organization or logic;
needs work on creating
transitions between
ideas.
Uses language that
generally conveys
meaning to readers
with clarity, although
writing may include
some errors. Frequent
problems with
mechanics of
language. Awkward
sentence construction.
Poor or absent
transitions. Frequently
difficult to understand.
Attempted to use APA
style but errors are
frequent and include
errors in citations and
references. Mature Skill Presentation is
organized but does not
present a clear
argument for a given
position.
Uses straightforward
language that generally
conveys meaning to
readers. Occasional
errors and minor
problems with
mechanics of language.
Occasional awkward
sentences and poor
transitions reduce
readability. Emerging Skill
Answer is incomplete.
Excessive discussion of
unrelated issues and/or
significant errors in content.
Neglects to address the topic
question. Does not evaluate
the types of computer parts. Lists evidence, but it is not
organized and/or does not
articulate its relation to the
question. Points
Possible 10 20 States an ambiguous, illogical,
or unsupportable conclusion
from analysis of evidence/data
presented.
20 Emerging Skill
Demonstrates an attempt to
use sources to support ideas
in the writing. No logical order to the
information provided;
sentences rambling; ideas are
repeated.
Uses language that sometimes
impedes meaning because of
errors in usage. Problems with
the mechanics of language
serious enough to interfere
with effective communication.
Frequent errors in punctuation,
spelling, sentence structure,
etc. Minimal use of APA style;
multiple errors in use of APA
style. Total Points Possible Points
Possible 10 20 10 10 100

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