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Monash University Handbook 2011Undergraduate areas of study by faculty: Information TechnologyInformation Technology aos collation-ug-byfaculty-it Applications developmentAll areas of study information should be read in conjunction with the relevant course entry in the Handbook. The units listed for this area of study relate only to the 'Requirements' outlined in the Faculty of Information Technology component of any bachelors double degrees.
DescriptionThe applications development major focuses on the technologies and techniques used to create computer-based systems and the development processes used in the construction of large-scale systems. It covers all aspects of the development process ranging from systems analysis and design to programming and implementation. Sequence requirementsTo qualify for the award of Bachelor of Information Technology and Systems with a major in applications development, students must complete the major requirements outlined below: Six core units:
Two elective units chosen from: Contact detailsWebsite: visit http://www.infotech.monash.edu.au/bits Relevant CoursesApplications development and networksAll areas of study information should be read in conjunction with the relevant course entry in the Handbook. The units listed for this area of study relate only to the 'Requirements' outlined in the Faculty of Information Technology component of any bachelors double degrees.
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DescriptionThis major is ideal for technically-minded problem solvers who like to get behind the scenes and work within and across networks and web technologies and the applications that drive them. This major provides essential IT knowledge and skills to prepare graduates for careers in fields such as e-commerce, application software development, systems analysis and design, network management and database design. This major offers specialist units in networks, data communications and web programming. Sequence requirementsTo qualify for the award of Bachelor of Information Technology and Systems or Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences with a major in applications development and networks, students must complete the major requirements outlined below: Contact detailsWebsite: visit http://www.infotech.monash.edu.au/bits Relevant CoursesBusiness information systemsAll areas of study information should be read in conjunction with the relevant course entry in the Handbook. The units listed for this area of study relate only to the 'Requirements' outlined in the Faculty of Information Technology component of any bachelors double degrees.
DescriptionBusiness information systems focuses on developing and applying information technology solutions to business problems and preparing students for leadership roles in IT management. Students learn fundamental business and IT concepts and how IT can be used to serve business needs. Topics covered include:
Skills developed:
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Sequence requirementsFor the sequence of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course. Contact detailsWebsite: visit http://www.infotech.monash.edu.au/bbis Relevant CoursesBusiness systemsAll areas of study information should be read in conjunction with the relevant course entry in the Handbook. The units listed for this area of study relate only to the 'Requirements' outlined in the Faculty of Information Technology component of any bachelors double degrees.
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DescriptionThe business systems major focuses on the use of computers and information systems to understand, model and solve complex problems in business and commerce. It is ideal for future entrepreneurs or managers who want to develop expertise in providing effective business solutions. This major provides a strong focus on systems used in business, while preparing graduates for careers in areas such as systems analysis, information systems management, business analysis, project management and IT consultancy. The major provides specialist units in e-commerce, business systems modelling and information systems management. Sequence requirementsTo qualify for the award of Bachelor of Information Technology and Systems or Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences with a major in business systems, students must complete the major requirements outlined below:
Contact detailsWebsite: visit http://www.infotech.monash.edu.au/bits Relevant CoursesComputational scienceAll areas of study information should be read in conjunction with the relevant course entry in the Handbook. The units listed for this area of study relate only to the 'Requirements' outlined in the Faculty of Information Technology component of any bachelors double degrees.
DescriptionTwenty-first century science without computational support is practically unimaginable. Computational analysis and visualisation are the basis to cope with the vast amounts of data that modern science and engineering must process. Computers allow us to perform virtual experiments that are too dangerous, too costly, or plainly impossible to conduct in reality, and using simulation we can even explore hypothetical worlds. The computational science major complements computer science with foundational studies in another field of science and with specialised topics in scientific computation. It aims to produce graduates that combine a scientific education with computational expertise and are adept in trans-disciplinary work. Sequence requirementsMinor in computational scienceStudents complete the following units:
In addition students will replace: (a.) MAT2003 Continuous mathematics for computer science with one of: (b.) FIT2003 IT professional practice with one of:
It is also recommended that students complete one of the following as an elective: Major in computational scienceStudents complete the minor in computational science (above) plus either a minor in mathematics or a minor in a science area of study, such as biology, physics, chemistry, and biotechnology. Refer to the Science areas of study available for Clayton at http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2011handbooks/aos/index-ug-byfaculty-sci.html Relevant CoursesBachelor of Computer Science Computer science (IT)All areas of study information should be read in conjunction with the relevant course entry in the Handbook. The units listed for this area of study relate only to the 'Requirements' outlined in the Faculty of Information Technology component of any bachelors double degrees.
DescriptionComputer science is concerned with the scientific design and application of computer software and hardware. It is a broad discipline, encompassing software design, programming, algorithm development, the computing hardware, and the theoretical foundations of computation, as well as the present and potential applications of computing that pervade modern society. The study of computer science is not restricted to current technologies and instead emphasises fundamental principles, thus enabling graduates to understand and indeed shape future developments. Students can study computer science as a single or double degree program or as a major or minor in course 0050 Bachelor of Science. UnitsLevel one
Level two
Level threeSequence requirementsFor the sequence of units required to complete a given course, major or minor in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course. Contact detailsContact details are available at http://www.infotech.monash.edu.au/about/contactus.html Relevant CoursesDecision supportAll areas of study information should be read in conjunction with the relevant course entry in the Handbook. The units listed for this area of study relate only to the 'Requirements' outlined in the Faculty of Information Technology component of any bachelors double degrees.
DescriptionOrganisations and the environments they operate in become increasingly more complex, and information technology has become an indispensable component of the decision making processes that allow us to deal with this complexity. Decision support systems use innovative IT techniques to model organisations and to reveal the impact of alternative choices on the quality of service, operational costs, etc. Decision support applications include strategic planning, market analysis, resource allocation and scheduling, online adaptation and operational control. The decision support major complements the foundational studies in computer science, with topics on data analysis, decision making, intelligent systems, and decision support systems. Sequence requirementsMinor in decision supportStudents complete:
It is also recommended that students complete STA2032 Advanced data analysis as an elective. Major in decision supportStudents complete the minor in decision support (above) and: Contact detailsWebsite: visit http://www.infotech.monash.edu.au/bcs Relevant Courses+ 2380 Bachelor of Computer Science Enterprise information managementAll areas of study information should be read in conjunction with the relevant course entry in the Handbook. The units listed for this area of study relate only to the 'Requirements' outlined in the Faculty of Information Technology component of any bachelors double degrees.
DescriptionThe enterprise information management major focuses on the nature of information and information needs, and the types of IT-based systems which organisations and individuals use to meet them. It covers topics such as business systems, information and knowledge management, systems support and management. Sequence requirementsTo qualify for the award of Bachelor of Information Technology and Systems with a major in enterprise information development, students must complete the major requirements outlined below: Four core units:
Four electives chosen from:
Contact detailsWebsite: visit http://www.infotech.monash.edu.au/bits Relevant CoursesGames developmentAll areas of study information should be read in conjunction with the relevant course entry in the Handbook. The units listed for this area of study relate only to the 'Requirements' outlined in the Faculty of Information Technology component of any bachelors double degrees.
DescriptionThis major provides students with the technical and creative abilities to apply core knowledge of programming to game creation through a curriculum that emphasises game and interactive software development. Students use the tools and software used by the game industry, produce game design concepts and documents, and develop analytical skills for examining game play and game design. The major focuses on complex concepts such as game artificial intelligence, level design and testing. Students create complete works in character design, level design and game concepts and participate in every level of game development, from concept to final creation. The major includes nine specialist multimedia games development units covering the areas of games programming, 3D modelling, creating narrative and artificial intelligence for gaming. Sequence requirementsTo qualify for the award of Bachelor of Information Technology and Systems with a major in games development, students must complete the major requirements outlined below:
* Students wishing to complete this major must include VCM1001 Visual communication as one of their eight elective units. Contact detailsWebsite: visit http://www.infotech.monash.edu.au/bits Relevant CoursesInformation and communication technologiesAll areas of study information should be read in conjunction with the relevant course entry in the Handbook. The units listed for this area of study relate only to the 'Requirements' outlined in the Faculty of Information Technology component of any bachelors double degrees.
DescriptionThe information and communication technologies major focuses on the hardware and network infrastructure on which computer systems are run. It covers topics such as networks and data communications, web-based technologies, database, security, and IT infrastructure management. Sequence requirementsTo qualify for the award of Bachelor of Information Technology and Systems with a major in information and communication technologies, students must complete the major requirements outlined below: Five core units:
Three elective units chosen from: Contact detailsWebsite: visit http://www.infotech.monash.edu.au/bits Relevant CoursesMultimedia developmentAll areas of study information should be read in conjunction with the relevant course entry in the Handbook. The units listed for this area of study relate only to the 'Requirements' outlined in the Faculty of Information Technology component of any bachelors double degrees.
DescriptionIn this major students learn about digital and interactive systems and the important links between technological and presentation skills. The major focuses on the multimedia development process and provides students with the knowledge and skills essential for the analysis, design and implementation of computer based multimedia products, services and systems. Sequence requirementsTo qualify for the award of Bachelor of Information Technology and Systems with a major in multimedia development, students must complete the major requirements outlined below: Nine core units:
* Students wishing to complete this major must include VCM1001 Visual communication as one of their eight elective units. Contact detailsWebsite: visit http://www.infotech.monash.edu.au/bits Relevant CoursesSoftware engineeringAll areas of study information should be read in conjunction with the relevant course entry in the Handbook. The units listed for this area of study relate only to the 'Requirements' outlined in the Faculty of Information Technology component of any bachelors double degrees.
DescriptionThe study of software engineering involves computer science, problem-solving, mathematical foundations of software engineering, programming, software development methodologies, software processes and lifecycles, software quality, testing and technical documentation. It is concerned with the analysis, design, development and maintenance of software systems for a variety of applications, including large scale projects. Software engineers with these skills are highly valued by business and government organisations involved with large or small software systems. The course explores the design, construction and engineering of large complex software systems which meet information processing challenges, subject to constraints such as cost, time and risk management. Students undertake units in programming, engineering, mathematics and computer systems as well as study specific software engineering units. During fourth year students undertake a full-year group studio project with an industry client. A large number of units are laboratory-based, and students spend a significant portion of their time in individual and group-based project work. This approach develops skills in group management and dynamics, along with professional communication skills such as technical writing, documentation and presentation. UnitsFirst YearSecond Year
Third Year
Fourth YearSequence requirementsFor the sequence of units required to complete a given course in this area of study, refer to the Handbook entry for the relevant course. Contact detailsWebsite: visit http://www.infotech.monash.edu.au/bse Relevant Courses+ 2770 Bachelor of Software Engineering Systems developmentAll areas of study information should be read in conjunction with the relevant course entry in the Handbook. The units listed for this area of study relate only to the 'Requirements' outlined in the Faculty of Information Technology component of any bachelors double degrees.
DescriptionLarge-scale systems development requires not only a solid grounding in computer science, but also sound knowledge of technological topics, such as computer architecture and networking. The systems development major combines the study of these areas with basic training in software engineering and is aimed at students who want to focus on the engineering aspects of information technology. Sequence requirementsMinor in software developmentStudents complete:
Major in software developmentStudents complete the minor in software development (above) and plus any two units from:
Contact detailsWebsite: visit http://www.infotech.monash.edu.au/bse Relevant Courses+ 2380 Bachelor of Computer Science |
