305670 v.3 Bachelor of Technology (Computer Systems and Networking)
BTech(Curtin)
Course CRICOS Code: 041280C
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas:
3 Years
Course Overview
Bachelor degrees prepare students to develop broad and coherent knowledge and skills in a discipline for professional work and further learning corresponding to AQF level 7 qualifications.
This course has been introduced to address a significant market demand for skills associated with the design of distributed computing environments and the networks that underpin them. It encompasses computer technology, in terms of both hardware and software, as well as computer communications and networking incorporating Local Area Networks (LANs), Metropolitan Area Networks (MANs) and Wide Area Networks (WANs) together with network management.
Career Opportunities
The choice of topics and structure of the course will enable graduates to compete successfully in the job market and satisfy the need for competent network and Information Technology managers.
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks and other essential study materials.
Course Entry and Completion Details
Applicants are required to meet University academic and English language entry standards; details are provided at http://futurestudents.curtin.edu.au and include flexible entry pathways.
TEE Discrete Mathematics TEE Applicable Mathematics OR at least Mathematics 2C/2D is preferred. Mathematics 3C/3D or Mathematics: Specialist 3C/3D is desirable. STAT is not accepted for mature age entry but may be used to demonstrate English Competence requirements.
Credit for Recognised Learning
Applications for credit towards a course are assessed on an individual basis. Credit reduces the amount of learning required to complete the course and may be granted for formal education qualifications, non-formal learning from non-award programs of study and informal learning through work experiences. Further information can be found at http://futurestudents.curtin.edu.au.
Pathway to Further Study
Graduates may qualify for entry to a bachelor degree with honours and some graduate certificates, graduate diplomas and master degrees. For further details, see the University website http://curtin.edu.au.
Course Organisation
Bachelor degrees typically contain a series of units which may include compulsory (core), optional or elective units to cater for student preferences. They may contain a range of majors/streams for students to choose from to pursue learning in a specialised area of study.
Course Learning Outcomes
A graduate of this course can:
1. apply the theory of computer systems networking within the engineering design method, whilst remaining cognisant of network operational issues
2. define a problem and apply creative thinking to the formulation of a solution; verify and implement the solution
3. access information, evaluate and organise information relevant to computer systems networking
4. document networking information to meet technical and legal requirements; communicate concepts and technical information to lay and professional personnel in written, oral and electronic forms
5. use appropriate tools to design, analyse and verify computer systems networks and their components
6. recognise that the computer systems networking industry changes rapidly, and maintain currency via a spirit of inquiry and relevant further study
7. apply international standards, practices and conventions appropriate to computer systems networking
8. function effectively within a typical multidisciplinary and multi-cultural engineering design team as a team member, manager or team leader, recognising individual human rights
9. commit to and behave in accordance with the professional and ethical responsibilities of engineers
Duration and Availability
3 years' full-time study or part-time equivalent.
Location and delivery Mode
| Year | Location | Period | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2014 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y | ||||
| 2014 | Miri Sarawak Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2014 | Miri Sarawak Campus | Semester 2 | Y | ||||
| 2014 | Sri Lanka Inst Info Tech | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2014 | Sri Lanka Inst Info Tech | Semester 2 | Y |
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.
* The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.
^ Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.
# Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Semester 1 | |||||
| 307554 | v.1 | Science Communications 101 | 2.0 | 12.5 | |
| 307590 | v.2 | Statistical Data Analysis 101 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 1920 | v.8 | Object Oriented Program Design 110 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 12702 | v.3 | Hardware Fundamentals 101 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 305639 | v.1 | Mathematics 135 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| 10926 | v.5 | Mathematics 103 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
| 305734 | v.3 | Computer Systems 210 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 305678 | v.3 | Electronics 104 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 4533 | v.6 | Database Systems 120 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| 310661 | v.1 | Database 200 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT ELECTIVE UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 1 | |||||
| 300538 | v.2 | Data Communications and Network Management 203 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 300539 | v.3 | Transmission and Interface Design 203 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 308792 | v.1 | Real-Time Operating Systems 301 | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| 313670 | v.1 | Engineering Programming 210 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 2 | |||||
| 1922 | v.8 | Data Structures and Algorithms 120 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 310683 | v.1 | Engineering Management 302 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 313690 | v.1 | Microcomputers 204 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT ELECTIVE UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 1 | |||||
| 305681 | v.2 | Wireless Data Networks 303 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 305679 | v.1 | Distributed Networks 303 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 12855 | v.4 | Embedded Systems Engineering 301 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 12929 | v.3 | Computer Technology Project 391 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 2 | |||||
| 305682 | v.1 | Network Engineering 304 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 12930 | v.3 | Computer Technology Project 392 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 50.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Optional Units to Select from in Year 3 Semester 2 | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
| 10995 | v.5 | Information Security 300 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 12861 | v.4 | Renewable Energy Systems 402 | 4.5 | 25.0 | |
| 308787 | v.1 | Instrumentation and Control 402 | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| 308794 | v.2 | Embedded Software Engineering 302 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 4522 | v.7 | Advanced Computer Communications 300 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
Further Information
For more information about the course, please contact the Faculty of Science and Engineering on telephone (08) 9266 4600, email ssse@curtin.edu.au, or visit our website: http://scieng.curtin.edu.au
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