B-SCCSNT v.2 Bachelor of Science (Computer Systems and Networking)
BSc(Curtin)
This course is not available to International Onshore Students on Student Visas
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 embedded Systems, sensors 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), Wide Area Networks (WANs) and sensor networks in the context of the Internet of Things.
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks and other essential study materials.
Course Overview Note
Students can enroll in this Bachelor degree if they are part of the Curtin SLIIT programme and meet the entry requirements. Students who wish to transfer to Curtin Bentley campus will be enrolled in the Bachelor of Technology (Computer Systems and Networking).
Course Entry and Completion Details
Applicants for a Bachelor Degree are required to meet University academic and English language entry standards; details are provided at http://study.curtin.edu.au/ and include flexible entry pathways. All Curtin courses have compulsory and other core capabilities that are essential for demonstrating the achievement of course learning outcomes and graduation. Students who are unable to meet or demonstrate those requirements, now or in later stages during their studies, may seek reasonable adjustments by the University wherever possible to facilitate alternative ways of achieving those requirements. If reasonable adjustments cannot be accommodated, Curtin will discuss study options to find an alternative course of study or an exit degree. Any specific course entry and completion requirements must also be met.
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/non-school-leavers/rpl.cfm
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 and/or minors/specialisations for students to choose from to pursue learning in a specialised area of study. Students can take no more than 250 credit points of first year level units.
This course has core units totalling 500 credits and allows for 50 credits of options and 50 credit electives for students to graduate. The options available provide students with the opportunity to gain knowledge in areas of their own interest such as artificial intelligence, cyber security and computer communication.
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
This course is three years full-time or equivalent part-time study.
Location and delivery Mode
| Year | Location | Period | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Sri Lanka Inst Info Tech | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2021 | Sri Lanka Inst Info Tech | Semester 2 | Y | ||||
| 2022 | Sri Lanka Inst Info Tech | Semester 1 | 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 | |||||
| INDE1001 | v.2 | Engineering Foundations: Principles, Design and Communication | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| COMP1005 | v.1 | Fundamentals of Programming | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| CMPE1000 | v.1 | Hardware Fundamentals | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| MATH1019 | v.2 | Linear Algebra and Statistics for Engineers | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
| COMP2000 | v.1 | Computer Systems | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| COMP1002 | v.1 | Data Structures and Algorithms | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| ETEN1000 | v.1 | Electronics | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| COMP1000 | v.1 | Unix and C Programming | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 1 | |||||
| CMPE2000 | v.1 | Data Communications and Network Management | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| COMP2006 | v.1 | Operating Systems | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| ELEN2002 | v.1 | Transmission and Interface Design | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT ELECTIVES TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 2 | |||||
| ISYS1001 | v.1 | Database Systems | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| MGMT3000 | v.1 | Engineering Management | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| CMPE2003 | v.1 | Microcomputers | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT ELECTIVES TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 3 | |||||
| SELECT OPTIONS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 50.0 | ||||
| 50.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 1 | |||||
| CMPE3002 | v.1 | Computer Technology Project 1 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| CNCO3000 | v.1 | Distributed Networks | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| COMT3002 | v.1 | Wireless Data Networks | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 75.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 2 | |||||
| CMPE3003 | v.1 | Computer Technology Project 2 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| CMPE3001 | v.1 | Embedded Systems Engineering | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| CMPE3004 | v.1 | Network Engineering | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 75.0 | |||||
| Options to Select from in Year 3 | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
| CNCO3002 | v.1 | Advanced Computer Communications | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| CMPE3006 | v.1 | Advanced Digital Design | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| ISEC3005 | v.1 | Cyber Security- Intrusion Detection System and Incident Handling | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| COMP3010 | v.1 | Machine Learning | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| ISEC3002 | v.3 | Penetration Testing and Defence | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
* Choose Electives
Further Information
If you need more course information, you may contact the relevant areas: For Current Students: Student Services Office, please click here for further details: http://students.curtin.edu.au/contact_offices.cfm. For Domestic Future Students: Curtin Connect Future Students, enquiries: https://future.connect.curtin.edu.au/ , Tel: +61-1300 222 888. For International Future Students: Curtin International, email: international@curtin.edu.au, Tel: +61-8-9266 7331.
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International students
International students studying in Australia on a student visa can only study full-time and there are also specific entry requirements that must be met. As some information contained in this publication may not be applicable to international students, refer to international.curtin.edu.au for further information. Australian citizens, permanent residents and international students studying outside Australia may have the choice of full-time, part-time and external study, depending on course availability and in-country requirements.
