Module Details

Module Code: INFO6010
Title: Human Resource Info. Systems
Long Title: Human Resource Info. Systems
NFQ Level: Fundamental
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2016/17 ( September 2016 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 4820 - Information Systems
Module Delivered in: 2 programme(s)
Module Description: This module will introduce the student to the technologies and tools that support HR Information Systems. This will facilitate the student’s understanding of the crucial role that these systems offer to an organisation.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Describe the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) features that support Information Systems
LO2 Demonstrate knowledge of the main features and tools of the Windows operating system, with regard to the management of files and other data
LO3 Use spreadsheet software to record, modify and display data
LO4 Use word-processing software to create reports with specific regard to formatting, layout and structure
LO5 Categorise Information Systems and outline the business role that they play
LO6 Describe the features and benefits of a HR Information System
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Information and Communications Technology Fundamentals
Overview of computer hardware, system software, application software, networks, the Internet and World Wide Web System
IT Skills - Windows
Windows - main features of the Windows operating system, managing windows, managing files and folders, settings, and other system controls
IT Skills - Word
Basic word processor features, layout, formatting
IT Skills - Excel
Basic spreadsheet features, formulas, charts;
Information Systems
Components and activities, business role, classification, enterprise systems
HR Information Systems
Features, business role, access control, data protection
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework50.00%
End of Module Formal Examination50.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Short Answer Questions % of Total Mark 10
Timing Week 5 Learning Outcomes 1
Assessment Description
In-class assessment
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 20
Timing Week 7 Learning Outcomes 4
Assessment Description
Microsoft Word
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 20
Timing Week 12 Learning Outcomes 3
Assessment Description
Microsoft Excel
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 50
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcomes 1,5,6
Assessment Description
End-of-Semester Final Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Direct contact with student Every Second Week 1.00 2
Lab Contact Windows, Word and Excel Every Second Week 1.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Directed Learning, Research and Private Study Every Week 3.00 3
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 5.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 2.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Direct contact with student Every Second Week 1.00 2
Lab Contact Windows, Word and Excel Every Second Week 1.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Directed Learning, Research and Private Study Every Week 3.00 3
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 5.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 2.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Joan Lambert and Joyce Cox. (2013), Microsoft Word 2013 Step By Step, 1st. Microsoft Press, [ISBN: 0735669120].
  • Curtis D. Frye. (2013), Microsoft Excel 2013 Step by Step, 1st. Microsoft Press, [ISBN: 0735681015].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Joan Lambert and Joyce Cox. (2013), Windows 7 Step by Step, Microsoft Press, [ISBN: 0735626677].
  • Michael J. Kavanagh, Mohan Thite and Richard Johnson. (2014), Human Resource Information Systems: Basic Applications and Future Directions, 3rd. Sage Publications, Inc, [ISBN: 1483306933].
Recommended Article/Paper Resources
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_BHRMN_7 Bachelor of Arts in Human Resource Management 1 Mandatory
CR_BCPPR_6 Certificate in Human Resource Management and Development 1 Mandatory