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143010 v.2 Bachelor of Science (Information Technology)


BSc(Curtin)

Introduction

This course focuses on the overall discipline of information technology which covers the more technological and applied aspects of computing, with less emphasis on theory. Some of these areas range from programming to software design and engineering, networking - including internet and the web, artificial intelligence for decision support, graphics and system programming. Information technology graduates continue to be in demand as computing is one of the biggest growth areas in the world.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

Applicable Mathematics.

Specific Requirements

The STAT is not accepted for entry to this course.

Note

Well performed candidates without this subject may be admitted, but will be required to complete bridging or special units as required, which may result in an extension of the course beyond the normal three years duration.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.

Duration and Availability

This course is three years full-time or equivalent part-time study.

Professional Recognition

Graduates are eligible for Professional Level accreditation by the Australian Computing Society.

Career Opportunities

The increasing impact of computers in organisations means enormous flexibility in careers for the graduate, for example managing a computer network for small business or designing computer software systems for large organisations. Typical positions include programmers, internet designers, network and communications engineers, graphics designers, animators and system analysts.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Course Structure

Hrs/Wk

Credit

Year 1 Semester 1

   
12331 v.3   Foundations of Computer Science 151 4.0 25.0
13384 v.2   Mathematics for Information Technology 101 4.0 25.0
1373 v.5   Statistics 121 2.0 12.5
1920 v.6   Software Technology 151 4.0 25.0
301995 v.3   Introduction to Communication Skills 116 2.0 12.5
  100.0

Year 1 Semester 2

   
10163 v.8   Introduction to Programming Environments 152 4.0 25.0
12332 v.2   Foundations of Computer Science 152 3.0 25.0
1922 v.6   Software Technology 152 4.0 25.0
      SELECT ELECTIVE UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF:   25.0
  100.0

Year 2 Semester 1

   
12333 v.4   Design and Analysis of Algorithms 251 3.0 25.0
2519 v.15   Systems Programming and Design 251 4.0 25.0
8933 v.9   Software Engineering 251 3.0 25.0
      SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF:   25.0
  100.0

Year 2 Semester 2

   
4521 v.5   Computer Communications 252 3.0 25.0
4524 v.4   Computer Graphics 252 4.0 25.0
4533 v.4   Database Systems 252 4.0 25.0
8934 v.7   Software Engineering 252 3.0 25.0
  100.0

Year 3 Semester 1

   
12335 v.4   Software Engineering 351 4.0 25.0
4525 v.6   Advanced Graphics and Visualisation 361 3.0 25.0
4542 v.7   Foundations of Computer Science 351 3.0 25.0
4549 v.6   Project Design and Management 351 3.0 25.0
  100.0

Year 3 Semester 2

   
302636 v.1   Database Systems 362 4.0 25.0
      SELECT ELECTIVE UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF:   25.0
      SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF:   50.0
  100.0
 
Optional Units (No Year Level Specified) Hrs/Wk Credits
4517 v.6   Artificial and Machine Intelligence 251 3.0 25.0
4523 v.4   Computer Communications 363 3.0 25.0
4529 v.4   Computing Topics 251 3.0 25.0
4530 v.4   Computing Topics 252 3.0 25.0
4539 v.5   Machine Perception 362 4.0 25.0
4547 v.4   Systems Programming and Design 361 3.0 25.0
13385 v.2   Information Technology Project 352 4.0 25.0
           
           

Availability

YearLocationPeriodInternalExternal
2003Bentley CampusSemester 1YY
2003Sri Lanka Inst Info TechSemester 2YY

The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.



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