To be read in conjunction with the program of study requirements for the
Aims
The program of study aims to develop a range of transferable research, analytical and communication skills including the capacity to:
- demonstrate a foundation in both the theoretical and the practical aspects of computer science
- understand professional and ethical responsibilities and a commitment to them
- critically analyse and evaluate information and solve problems
- demonstrate awareness of social, economic, cultural and environmental aspects of computer science and computer-based systems
- work professionally as an individual and as a member of multi-disciplinary teams
- understand the need to undertake lifelong learning and the capacity to do so
- prepare for future professional roles as a computer scientist.
The major provides the foundations that will underpin ongoing professional development, preparing graduates for further study or for a career in a computing related field or in other areas where the range of skills and knowledge acquired is needed or desirable.
Learning outcomes
On completion of the major students will be able to:
- competently use professional skills and knowledge in the systematic development of complex computer-based systems
- apply their skills and knowledge in a professionally responsible manner
- communicate effectively with other computer scientists and the wider global community using a wide range of communication technologies
- work professionally as an individual and in a team
- develop computer-based solutions appropriate to the social, political, international, economic and environmental contexts in which they are applied
- engage in the process of continuing learning needed to retain the necessary level of professional skills and knowledge in the area of computer science.
Program of study
Major - Computer Science - Year 1
13.5 units comprising:
Core - Year 1 Topics
COMP1001 Fundamentals of Computing (4.5 units)
COMP1102 Computer Programming 1 (4.5 units)
Option - Year 1 Topics
Plus one of :
MATH1121 Mathematics 1A (4.5 units)
MATH1701 Mathematics Fundamentals (4.5 units)
Major - Computer Science - Year 2
18 units comprising:
Option - Year 2 Topics
Four of:
COMP1711 Database Modelling and Knowledge Engineering (4.5 units)
COMP1712 Software Engineering Principles and Practice (4.5 units)
COMP2711 Computer Programming 2 (4.5 units)
COMP2781 Computer Mathematics (4.5 units)
COMP2812 Operating Systems (4.5 units)
ENGR2792 Software Engineering 2 (4.5 units)
ENGR2881 Computer Networks (4.5 units)
Major - Computer Science - Year 3
18 units comprising:
Option - Year 3 Topics
Four of:
COMP3712 Computer Programming 3 (4.5 units)
COMP3722 Theory and Practice of Computation (4.5 units)
COMP3732 Enterprise Cloud Systems (4.5 units)
COMP3751 Interactive Computer Systems (4.5 units)
COMP3771 Advanced Database (4.5 units)
