The Bachelor of Technology (Computer Studies) aims to develop graduates who can contribute their knowledge, skills and attitudes in the field of computer studies and who have a broad knowledge of the technological principles of computer studies, useable industrial skills, and an ability to respond to the changing needs of industry.
Knowledge and understanding
Graduates will have acquired a basic understanding of:
* software and its development;
* the role of modern technology in the workplace;
* a wide range of computer-based tools and systems and their uses;
* the principles of management necessary for effective operations;
* modern communication techniques.
Skills
Graduates are expected to have the ability to:
* analyse software requirements, communicate with users, and report on the findings;
* write computer programs to meet specifications;
* install and maintain software;
* use and/or apply modern computer-based tools and systems, such as database systems, operating systems, computer aided manufacturing, data communications, microprocessors and graphics;
* effectively manage office/industrial systems using modern technology;
* effectively communicate with users and other professionals in the computer field;
* work well within a team.
Attitudes
Graduates will be expected to display:
* commitment to the use of skills for the development of society;
* critical appreciation of knowledge;
* a commitment to ongoing education;
* a well developed sense of initiative.
Subjects
First level
Completed at an approved TAFE college.
Second and third levels
Students should be aware that the following subjects have prerequisites:
* TEC2042.04 Engineering programming 2
* TEC2442.05 Computer science 2
* TEC3331.04 Industrial project 1
* TEC3332.04 Industrial project 2
* TEC3842.04 Computer graphics 2
* TEC3891.04 Computer applications 2
Students should ensure that all prerequisites have been met before enrolling in a subject. If a subject is failed which is a prerequisite it is the student's responsibility to withdraw from a subject which has the failed subject as a prerequisite.