143010 v.3 Bachelor of Science (Information Technology)

Introduction

This course focuses on the overall discipline of information technology which covers the more technological and applied aspects of computing, with less emphasis on theory. Some of these areas range from system programming to software design and engineering, networking - including Internet and the web, artificial intelligence for decision support and graphics. Information technology graduates continue to be in demand as computing is one of the biggest growth areas in the world.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

TEE Discrete Mathematics or Applicable Mathematics. Students with Discrete Mathematics only will be required to undertake a bridging mathematics unit as their elective in the first year.

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

This course is three years full-time or equivalent part-time study. Two intakes are offered each year, in March and August. Prospective students should note that places may not always be available for the August intake.

Professional Recognition

Graduates are eligible for Professional Level accreditation by the Australian Computing Society.

Career Opportunities

The increasing impact of computers in organisations means enormous flexibility in careers for the graduate, for example managing a computer network for small business or designing computer software systems for large organisations. Typical positions include programmers, Internet designers, network and communications engineers, graphics designers, animators and system analysts.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials.

Availability

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.

Curtin University of Technology
Current as of: October 20, 2004
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