305670 v.1 Bachelor of Technology (Computer Systems and Networking)
BTech(Curtin)
Introduction
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.
Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
Applicable Mathematics.
Specific Requirements
The STAT is not accepted for entry to this course.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.
Duration and Availability
The course is three years full-time or equivalent part-time study.
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, 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.
Special Note
This course replaces the existing Bachelor of Applied Science (Computer Technology) from 2002. Students undertaking that course are required to complete the original requirements within three years or transfer to the new course. Students transferring to the new course may be required to complete additional units to meet the new course requirements which will increase the stated course duration.
Course Structure |
Hrs/Wk |
Credit |
Year 1 Semester 1 |
10926 |
v.5 |
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Mathematics 103 |
3.0 |
25.0 |
12031 |
v.4 |
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Electronic Commerce (Internet Functions and Facilities) 201 |
3.0 |
25.0 |
|
OR |
|
307554 |
v.1 |
* |
Science Communications 101 |
2.0 |
12.5 |
12044 |
v.4 |
|
Professional Engineering 103 |
3.0 |
12.5 |
305672 |
v.1 |
|
Computer Engineering 107 |
4.0 |
25.0 |
305678 |
v.1 |
|
Electrical Engineering 107 |
4.0 |
12.5 |
|
100.0 |
Year 1 Semester 2 |
12703 |
v.2 |
|
Engineering Programming 104 |
5.0 |
25.0 |
12706 |
v.2 |
|
Electrical Circuits 104 |
5.0 |
25.0 |
305734 |
v.1 |
|
Real-Time Operating Systems 204 |
5.0 |
25.0 |
7149 |
v.7 |
|
Principles of Statistics 101 |
4.0 |
25.0 |
|
100.0 |
Year 2 Semester 1 |
12705 |
v.2 |
|
Computer Engineering 203 |
4.0 |
25.0 |
12854 |
v.2 |
|
Computer Structures 303 |
4.5 |
25.0 |
300538 |
v.2 |
|
Data Communications and Network Management 203 |
5.0 |
25.0 |
300539 |
v.2 |
|
Transmission and Interface Design 303 |
5.0 |
25.0 |
|
100.0 |
Year 2 Semester 2 |
12713 |
v.2 |
|
Software Engineering 204 |
3.0 |
12.5 |
12843 |
v.4 |
|
Engineering Management 304 |
5.0 |
25.0 |
12855 |
v.3 |
|
Embedded Software Design 304 |
4.0 |
25.0 |
4533 |
v.4 |
|
Database Systems 252 |
4.0 |
25.0 |
|
SELECT 1 ELECTIVE |
|
12.5 |
|
100.0 |
Year 3 Semester 1 |
12858 |
v.3 |
|
Computer Technology 403 |
4.0 |
25.0 |
12929 |
v.3 |
|
Computer Technology Project 391 |
5.0 |
25.0 |
305679 |
v.1 |
|
Distributed Networks 303 |
5.0 |
25.0 |
305681 |
v.1 |
|
Embedded Web Engineering 303 |
5.0 |
25.0 |
|
100.0 |
Year 3 Semester 2 |
12930 |
v.3 |
|
Computer Technology Project 392 |
5.0 |
25.0 |
305682 |
v.1 |
|
Network Engineering 304 |
4.0 |
25.0 |
305684 |
v.1 |
|
Network Systems Design 304 |
4.0 |
25.0 |
4522 |
v.5 |
|
Computer Communications 352 |
3.0 |
25.0 |
|
100.0 |
* |
If this alternate unit is selected then an additional half unit may also be undertaken from outside the Division of Engineering and Science. |
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Availability
Year |
Location |
|
All* |
Internal |
External |
2004 |
Bentley Campus |
Semester 1 |
|
Y |
|
2004 |
Bentley Campus |
Semester 2 |
|
Y |
|
2004 |
Miri Sarawak Campus |
Semester 1 |
|
Y |
|
2004 |
Miri Sarawak Campus |
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.
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