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The Bachelor of Computer Science focuses on the practical and theoretical dimensions of computing and is designed to prepare students for careers in the fields of computer science and software engineering. The course emphasises critical thinking and problem solving alongside discipline knowledge and skills, providing students with the opportunity to undertake complex computer science projects both independently and in teams. Students will complete a foundation year, introducing concepts including programming, operating systems, networking, databases and security before specialising in an area of computer science. Advanced topics in computer science, including artificial intelligence and distributed computing, are studied alongside the chosen area of specialisation.
This course information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester. In particular please check the course requirements and the unit and unit set offerings, as these differ according to course delivery location.
Students have the opportunity to seek a Work Integrated Learning placement with an industry partner.
Students are required to complete a placement which is equivalent to one semester of full-time study.
Students are required to have successfully completed any pre-requisite units, and have completed at least two thirds of the requirements towards the course. Students are also required to have a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of 65 per cent or higher across the course, or have a WAM of 70 per cent or higher for the two semesters preceding their application.
Students should consult the Course Coordinator at the commencement of their second year regarding the Work Integrated Learning processes, timelines and requirements, and to discuss the appropriateness of pursuing the Work Integrated Learning option within their course structure, as well as their eligibility to be considered. Students who meet the prerequisites are to apply in writing to the Course Coordinator no later than the end of their second year of study. Selection will be based on academic performance, the application and a formal interview process. The interview process typically involves an ECU staff member initially, and the industry host before the placement is finalised.
Approved applicants for Work Integrated Learning must enrol in and complete the requirements for the Work Experience Project unit. This unit represents a full semester study load. Students are advised not to enrol in any additional units while undertaking this unit.
Failure to successfully complete the Work Experience Project unit could necessitate completing an additional four units. This could add one or two extra semesters to the course duration.
This course has been Accredited by: Australian Computer Society (ACS).
Academic standard for the following admission pathways:
Students are required to complete a Core unit set plus an 8-unit Major:
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| SCI1125 * | Professional Science Essentials | 15 |
| CSP1150 | Programming Principles | 15 |
| ENS1161 | Computer Fundamentals | 15 |
| CSI1241 | Systems Analysis | 15 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| CSG1105 | Applied Communications | 15 |
| CSI1101 | Computer Security | 15 |
| CSG1102 | Operating Systems | 15 |
| CSG1207 | Systems and Database Design | 15 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| CSP2348 | Data Structures | 15 |
| CSP2104 | Object-oriented Programming with C++ | 15 |
| Unit from Major | x 2 | 30 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| CSG2341 | Intelligent Systems | 15 |
| CSG2344 * | Project Methods and Professionalism | 15 |
| Unit from Major | x 2 | 30 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| CSI3344 | Distributed Systems | 15 |
| CSP3341 | Programming Languages and Paradigms | 15 |
| Unit from Major | x 2 | 30 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| Students not completing Work Integrated Learning enrol in: | ||
| CSG3303 * | Applied IT Project | 15 |
| CSG3305 | Applied IT Project 2 | 15 |
| Unit from Major | x 2 Elective Unit from selected Major | 30 |
| Students completing Work Integrated Learning enrol in: | ||
| CSI3345 | Work Experience Project | 60 |
* Students will be assessed to see if they have achieved the ECU minimum standard of English language proficiency in this unit. Students who don't meet the minimum standard will be provided with appropriate English language support and development.
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
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