Online Courses Handbook 2003

132510 v.2 Bachelor of Science (Computer Science), Bachelor of Science (Physics)

BSc(Curtin), BSc(Curtin)

Introduction
This double degree provides graduates with a solid background in the principles and practices of computer science and physics. It prepares the students for a range of employment opportunities that require computing and technological skills combined witha sound knowledge of physical sciences.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
Physics, Applicable Mathematics and Calculus. Well performed candidates without some of these subjects may be required to complete special course units as required.

Specific Requirements
The STAT is not accepted for entry to this course.

Note
In certain cases, the need to complete bridging or special units as required, may result in an extension of studies beyond the normal length of the course. Students will normally be expected to have attained a higher Tertiary Entrance Rank than is requied for both single degrees.

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

Duration and Availability
This course is four years full-time study and is available on a full-time or part-time basis.

Course Organisation
Students enrolled in the double degree program may elect to transfer to a single degree course in one of the two disciplines. In this event the relevant Head of School shall determine the amount of credit to be transferred to the single degree.

Professional Recognition
Graduates from these programs meet the requirements for Professional Level accreditation of the Australian Computer Society, and for membership of the Australian Institute of Physics.

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

1737 v.3 Particles and Waves 101 3.0 12.5

1738 v.4 Physical Measurements 101 3.0 12.5

1920 v.6 Software Technology 151 4.0 25.0

7062 v.5 Mathematics 101 4.0 25.0

100.0

Year 1 Semester 2

10163 v.8 Introduction to Programming Environments 152 4.0 25.0

1744 v.3 Structure of Matter 102 3.0 12.5

1745 v.5 Physical Measurements 102 3.0 12.5

1922 v.6 Software Technology 152 4.0 25.0

7063 v.5 Mathematics 102 4.0 25.0

100.0

Year 2 Semester 1

302388 v.1 Statistics for Engineers and Scientists 101 2.0 12.5

7907 v.5 Particles and Waves 201 3.0 12.5

7908 v.4 Physical Measurements 201 4.0 25.0

8648 v.3 Mathematical Methods 201 4.0 25.0

8933 v.9 Software Engineering 251 3.0 25.0

100.0

Year 2 Semester 2

301995 v.3 Introduction to Communication Skills 116 2.0 12.5

302390 v.1 Mathematical Methods 204 4.0 12.5

4533 v.4 Database Systems 252 4.0 25.0

7909 v.4 Physical Measurements 202 4.0 25.0

8717 v.5 Electromagnetism 202 3.0 25.0

100.0

Year 3 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

8462 v.4 Scientific Data Acquisition 201 4.0 25.0

9765 v.4 Quantum and Statistical Physics 301 4.0 25.0

100.0

Year 3 Semester 2

11592 v.2 Solid State Physics 302 2.0 12.5

4521 v.5 Computer Communications 252 3.0 25.0

7911 v.7 Applied Optics 302 2.0 12.5

8934 v.7 Software Engineering 252 3.0 25.0

SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: 25.0

100.0

Year 4 Semester 1

12991 v.2 Physics Project 301 5.0 25.0

3999 v.4 Scientific Data Analysis 301 4.0 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 4 Semester 2

12992 v.2 Physics Project 302 7.0 37.5

9644 v.4 Scientific Data Analysis 302 4.0 25.0

SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: 37.5

100.0

Optional Units (No Year Level Specified) Hrs/Wk Credits

3442 v.9 ^ Computing Project 352 4.0 25.0

Optional Units to Select From in Year 3 Hrs/Wk Credits

3437 v.11 * Programming Language Design Concepts 352 3.0 25.0

4518 v.5 * Artificial and Machine Intelligence 351 4.0 25.0

4522 v.5 * Computer Communications 352 3.0 25.0

4525 v.6 * Advanced Graphics and Visualisation 361 3.0 25.0

4539 v.5 * Machine Perception 362 4.0 25.0

302636 v.1 * Database Systems 362 4.0 25.0

Optional Units to Select From in Year 4 Hrs/Wk Credits

4778 v.5 # Ceramics 301 3.0 12.5

7318 v.5 # Astronomy 101 2.0 12.5

7325 v.5 # Marine Science 101 2.0 12.5

7910 v.7 # Radiation Physics 201 3.0 12.5

9809 v.5 # Applied Physics 301 2.0 12.5

11589 v.2 # Physics of Fluids 301 2.0 12.5

11594 v.2 # Astrophysics 302 2.0 12.5

12994 v.2 # Astronomy 201 3.0 12.5

# Year 4, Semester 2, optional units chosen must be an Applied Physics half unit and a Computer Science full unit

* Year 3, Semester 2, optional unit chosen must be a Computer Science unit

^ This optional unit requires approval from the Head of the School of Computing

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