176406 v.4 Graduate Diploma in Computing

GradDipComp(Curtin)

Course CRICOS Code: 003935F
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas: 1 Year

Introduction

The course is designed for graduates with little or no experience in computing. It examines the fundamental concepts underlying the development of computer systems, describing methods for analysing and solving problems arising from applications and developing relevant skills. This course provides a sound education in computing principles and practice, retraining for graduates from other disciplines to enhance career prospects or enable them to enter the computing profession, continuing education for those working in the computing area and a computing knowledge for the teaching profession.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

A degree or equivalent qualification in any discipline from a recognised tertiary educational institution.

Recognition of Prior Learning

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

Duration and Availability

The course is one year full-time or equivalent part-time study. Full-time students attend some classes and practicals during the day. Two intakes are offered each year in March and August.

Professional Recognition

Graduates are eligible for Associate Level accreditation of the Australian Computer Society.

Additional Course Expenses

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

Course Structure Disclaimer

Curtin University reserves the right to alter the internal composition of any course to ensure learning outcomes retain maximum relevance. Any changes to the internal composition of a course will protect the right of students to complete the course within the normal timeframe and will not result in additional cost to students through a requirement to undertake additional units.

Course Structure			Hrs/Wk	Credit
Year 1 Semester 1
10078	v.6	Software Technology 501	5.0	25.0
10079	v.4	Software Engineering 501	3.0	25.0
10080	v.6	Database Systems 504	3.0	25.0
5132	v.4	Digital Systems 521	5.0	25.0
				100.0
Year 1 Semester 2
5396	v.8	Software Technology 502	4.0	25.0
5405	v.8	Software Engineering 502	3.0	25.0
		SELECT 2 OPTIONS		50.0
				100.0
Optional Units to Select from in Year 1 Semester 2			Hrs/Wk	Credit
10225	v.6	Introduction to Programming Environments 502	4.0	25.0
5406	v.8	Computer Graphics 502	3.0	25.0
5655	v.7	Computing Topics 591	3.0	25.0

Availability

Year	Location	Period	All*	Internal	Partially Online Internal^	External	Fully Online#
2010	Bentley Campus	Semester 1		Y
2010	Bentley 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.

^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.