Monash University Handbook

6 points, SCA Band 2, 0.125 EFTSL

Undergraduate - Unit

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Faculty

Information Technology

Unit guides

Second semester

Offered

Caulfield

Second semester 2017 (Day)

Synopsis

This unit will focus on research into the latest developments in the field of information technology, including innovative technology developments involving human computer interaction, information visualisation of complex data and emerging interface techniques. Students will learn valuable research and communication skills as they investigate and share with their peers the impact of emergent technologies and interfaces on society. The content presented in the lectures will focus on grand challenges in the field of information technology and on emerging trends. Students will apply their theoretical understanding to a practical project negotiated with the lecturer using a learning contract.

Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this unit, students should be able to:

locate and critically evaluate information on current research in the field of information technology as it relates to such themes as Human Computer Interaction, Ubiquitous Computing, Social Computing, and Entertainment;
critically evaluate the impact of rapid changes in information technology on society, highlighting the pervasive and expanding range of areas on which information technology is impacting;
communicate results of investigation to peers effectively through written and oral presentations, while correctly acknowledging and referencing source material;
apply theoretical understanding of emergent technologies to a practical project that demonstrates exploration of new information technologies in areas such as Human Computer Interaction, Ubiquitous Computing, Social Computing, and Entertainment.

Assessment

In-semester assessment: 100%

Workload requirements

Minimum total expected workload equals 12 hours per week comprising:

Contact hours for on-campus students:
- Two hours of lectures
- One 2-hour tutorial
Additional requirements (all students):
- A minimum of 8 hours independent study per week for completing lab and project work, private study and revision.