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Bachelor of Computer Science

ECU Course CodeU65
CRICOS Course Code052112F
Course Coordinator
Dr Mike Johnstone
Senior Lecturer
Phone: +61 (0) 8 9370 6615
Fax: +61 (0) 8 9370 6100
Room: ML 13.106C
Email: m.johnstone@ecu.edu.au
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Description:

INTRODUCTION

The School of Computer and Information Science offers this course designed to prepare students for careers in the fields of computing and software development. The program focuses on the practical and theoretical dimensions of computer science and students select at least one of four major streams of study:

  • Computer Science
  • Games Programming
  • Mobile Computing
  • Software Engineering

Students may also select a second major chosen from the above plus:

  • Information Technology
  • Computer Security
  • Internetworking Technologies (CISCO)
  • Network Administration and Design (MCSE)
  • Or a Major selected from outside the School, a Minor study or an Elective program

Course Structure:

The Bachelor of Computer Science degree is a 360 credit point three year full-time award which may be studied in part-time mode.

The degree has three main components:

  1. a Foundation program of eight units
  2. a Major program consisting of eight units in a specialised area (listed above)
  3. a Supplementary program consisting of eight units comprising:
  • a second Major from the School of Computer and Information Science or from outside the School: students are recommended to follow this option

Or

  • a Minor area of study, plus electives

Or

  • an Elective program of eight units

GENERAL RULES

Regardless of which pattern students choose, it is required that:

· Normally no more than twelve of the units (180 credit points) studied should be at first year level

· Normally four units (60 credit points) should be at third year level

Course Location and Mode of Study:

Available at: Mt Lawley, Joondalup
Modes: Full-time, Part-time

On-line: Software Engineering (MACSSE) major only.

Admission Requirements:

Standard university admission requirements apply.

Special Admission Requirements:

Students wishing to complete a Games Programming major must complete a TEE mathematics subject or equivalent.

Course Planner:

Year One

Unit CodeUnit NameCredit Points
CSG1132Communicating in an IT Environment15
CSP1150Programming Principles15
ENS1161Computer Fundamentals15
CSI1241Systems Analysis15
CSG1105Applied Communications15
CSI1101Computer Security15
CSG1206Operating Systems15
CSG1207Systems and Database Design15

Major:

CodeName
MACSCIComputer Science
MACSGPGames Programming
MACSMCMobile Computing
MACSSESoftware Engineering
MACSCSComputer Security
MACSITInformation Technology
MACSINInternetworking Technologies
MACSNANetwork Administration and Design