Gwybodaeth Modiwlau
Module Identifier
IL10920
Module Title
INTRODUCTION TO INFORMATION RETRIEVAL
Academic Year
2008/2009
Co-ordinator
Semester
Intended for use in future years
Other Staff
Course Delivery
| Delivery Type | Delivery length / details |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 11 Hours. 11 x 1 hour lectures |
| Seminars / Tutorials | 6 Hours. 3 x 2 hours seminars |
| Practical | 14 Hours. 7 x 2hrs sessions |
Assessment
| Assessment Type | Assessment length / details | Proportion |
|---|---|---|
| Semester Assessment | Assignment: 1 written assignment. | 60% |
| Semester Exam | 2 Hours Two hour written examination. | 40% |
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the module a student should be able to:
- Explain the reasons for information retrieval and retrieval systems, and identify the specific needs they might meet.
- Explain in basic terms the implications for retrieving information of: the user'r needs, and knowledge about what is sought, the amount of information given in systems about documents and information within them, the style and structure of records, and the design of electronic and printed interfaces.
- Explain reasons for the arrangements found in collections of documents; explain the role of library catalogues; make effective use of these systems.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the role of the database in retrieving information, and the basic principles of databases. Design, construct and use a simple database for given document retrieval objectives.
- Explain the problem of subject searching, and the alternative fundamental approaches taken by retrieval systems. Demonstrate effective subject searching in a variety of printed and electronic systems.
- Develop and carry out effective search strategies in a variety of widely used information retrieval systems.
Brief description
The module introduces the principles and practical skills needed to retrieve information via everyday catalogues, indexes, databases, search engines etc. Topics include aspects of database design and construction, subject searching, free-text searching, searching printed indexes, document descriptions, and advanced searching.
Notes
This module is at CQFW Level 4