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Courses Handbook 2014

This handbook contains information for courses and units at Curtin in 2014.
Information for the previous year's courses and units is available at Courses Handbook 2013.

312688 v.2 Business Information Technology ACS Major


Major/Stream Overview

This major/stream is part of a larger course. Information is specific to the major/stream, please refer to the course for more information.


This major is designed for those intending to pursue careers in the information technology industry. Examples of some careers include: programmers, systems analysts, systems designers, business analysts, and managers of information technology departments or information centres.


Professional Recognition

This major is accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS).



Major/Stream Organisation

The combinations being supported are: Australian Computer Society Professional Accreditation Stream; Business Information Systems & Logistics and Supply Chain Management; Business Information Technology & Systems


Major/Stream Learning Outcomes

A graduate of this course can:

1. apply current information technology principles that support business operations by providing an appropriate and effective technological base to build upon

2. apply system development analytical techniques to develop innovative technologies appropriate to a range of business organisations

3. evaluate and synthesise a range of system development tools and platforms; languages and environments to select appropriate technology

4. effectively communicate system requirements; document and implement details

5. use and evaluate a variety of appropriate technologies

6. continue to utilise emerging technologies; independently recognise, apply and appreciate new methodologies and their practical application to business innovations and solutions

7. use collaborative technology to appreciate and support international organisation standards and relevant international infrastructure and software development standards

8. recognise the range of potential impacts of information technologies on users and design systems technologies appropriate for a diverse user base

9. ensure ethical practices in areas including but not limited to privacy and information security; demonstrate professional behaviours whilst employing best practice in independent and collaborative environments


Course Structure Hrs/Wk Credit
312093 v.1   Business Information Technology Major 200.0
315032 v.1   Australian Computer Society Professional Accreditation Stream 200.0
  400.0




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