Computer Science Major

Major/Minor/Specialisation !105-AA-MAJ+1013 (2009)

Note: This is an archived Handbook entry from 2009. Search for this in the current handbook

Year and Campus: 2009

Contact

Arts and Music Student Centre
Room 104, Ground Floor, Old Arts Building
Tel: +61 3 8344 5235
Fax: +61 3 9347 0424
Overview:

The computer science program aims to develop skilled computer scientists with the technical background, knowledge, and adaptability to contribute to the development of well-designed, robust, computer-based solutions to a range of problems in business and industry.

Students study computer science (including introduction to computer programming, algorithms and problem solving, software development) and mathematics. Subjects available in third year include artificial intelligence, database systems, computer networks, and graphics.

At all year levels there is a focus on the cultivation of practical skills together with assimilation of the relevant scientific principles. Teaching methods involve a combination of lectures, tutorials, and practical work. Tutorials are provided at all years.

Students taking computer science subjects will be required to spend time on practical assignments in addition to lectures, laboratory classes and tutorials.

Subject Options:

First Year - Core Subjects

In addition students should complete a mathematics requirement of at least 25 points at first year.
Subject
Study Period Commencement:
Credit Points:
Not offered in 2009
12.50

Second Year - Core Subjects

Subject
Study Period Commencement:
Credit Points:
Not offered in 2009
12.50
Not offered in 2009
12.50

Third Year

Students should complete at least 50 points of third-year computer science subjects, including four of:
Subject
Study Period Commencement:
Credit Points:
Semester 2
12.50
Semester 1
12.50
Semester 1
12.50
Not offered in 2009
12.50
Related Course(s): Bachelor of Arts

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