METODOLOGIA DELLA RICERCA ED EPIDEMIOLOGIA
Module INFORMATION PROCESSING SYSTEMS
Academic Year 2025/2026 - Teacher:
STEFANO IACONO
Expected Learning Outcomes
D1 - Knowledge and Understanding
The student will be able to understand the theoretical and technical concepts
of information processing systems, with a focus on
applications in physiotherapy and epidemiology, and will be able to describe how
these support the acquisition, processing, and analysis of health
data.
D2 - Ability to Apply Knowledge and Understanding
The student will be able to apply knowledge of information systems to
solve problems related to the management of epidemiological and health
data, using appropriate tools and software for analysis
in physiotherapy.
D3 - Independent Judgment
The student will be able to critically evaluate the reliability of
data collected with information systems, analyzing the results
with respect to research objectives and physiotherapy practice.
D4 - Communication Skills
The student will be able to communicate the results of data analysis in a
clear and technical manner, both in academic and professional contexts,
adapting the language for non-expert interlocutors, such as patients and
colleagues from other disciplines.
D5 - Learning Ability
The student will develop the ability to independently update themselves on
new technologies for data management and processing in
physiotherapy and epidemiology, adopting a critical and
proactive approach to the use of digital resources to improve their
professional practice.
Course Structure
Frontal lectures, concrete case studies and exercises
Required Prerequisites
Attendance of Lessons
Attendance at training activities is mandatory within the limits set by the regulations
Detailed Course Content
Course Contents
1. Fundamentals of Computer Science
Computer Science and Information Systems
Computers: Historical Overview
Analog and Digital Signals, Number Systems, The Binary System, the Bit
Hardware and Software
Computer Architecture
Algorithm and Its Characteristics
2. Operating Systems, Information Management, Organization, and Processing Programs
Modern Operating Systems
Computer Networks
3. Spreadsheets
Textbook Information
Textbook listed below
Author Title Publisher Year ISBN
Donatella Sciuto, Giacomo Buonanno, Luca Mari Introduction to Information Systems McGraw Hill 2022 9788838655029
Course Planning
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| 1 | Topics References Texts 1 Fundamentals of Computer Science 2 Computers: Historical Notes 3 Numbering Systems, Binary System, Bit, Analog and Digital Signals 4 Hardware and Software: Computer Architecture 5 Algorithm and Its CharacteristicsFeedbackGoogle Traduttore | |
Learning Assessment
Learning Assessment Procedures
Grades out of thirtieths following a written test with open-ended answers
Examples of frequently asked questions and / or exercises
Examples of Frequently Asked Questions and/or Exercises
Open-ended Question
Example
History of Computers
The Binary System and Its Branches
Algorithms and Their Characteristics
Operating Systems on Various Computers
Hardware and Software: Their Input and Output Functions
Spreadsheets and Their Correct Use
