Bachelor of Information Technology (Curtin Singapore)
Course Information
Course Type
Full-time
Fees (Local Students)
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Fees (Foreign Students)
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Duration
2 years full-time (6 trimesters) or part-time equivalent
Intake Months
February, July
Programme Grant
No student grant for this course.
Class Schedule
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Assessment Method
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Description
Course overview
This course covers fundamental programming and security skills of modern computing and computer networks, specialising in various aspects of distributed computing.
You will use Python as a tool for learning network and other programming. Linux skills are taught throughout the course, starting with the basics and progressing to advanced topics.
You’ll develop a sound knowledge of computer systems and processes involved in software development and maintenance.
Curtin works closely with industry partners to optimise course content and this degree is designed to prepare you for careers in high-demand areas of computing.
You will learn to:
- Apply computer networking concepts to develop solutions and protect systems related to information technology
- Evaluate information technologies in a manner that is appropriate for a given problem and think critically and creatively to generate innovative and optimum theoretical and practical solutions
- Identify, evaluate and synthesise information from a range of technology sources to optimise the process of network design and implementation
- Document information technology activities and artefacts and communicate them in written and oral form to both technical and non-technical audiences and communicate effectively in ways appropriate to the audience and purpose
- Effectively use new and existing technologies, recognising their advantages and limitations
- Sustain intellectual curiosity by updating their knowledge, engage in continuous training and research, and take control of their own learning and development
- Recognise and apply IEEE/ACM/ACS standards and best practice in process software design and development
- Contribute to society using technology in an ethical, legal, and socially responsible manner
Entry Requirements
Cut-off scores
Essential course prerequisites
Mathematics. Calculus is desirable.
Minimum English language entry requirements
Other notes
Local polytechnic diploma qualifications are accepted into the course.
Career Opportunities
Careers
- Computer programmer
- IT professional
- Computer security professional
- Software engineer/developer
Industries
- Applications and software development
- Cyber security
- IT analysis
Modules
Credits needed to graduate: 600.
Each unit is 25 credits unless stated otherwise.
Trimester 1
- Fundamental Concepts of Data Security
- Fundamentals of Programming
- Integrating Indigenous Science and STEM
- Linear Algebra 1
Trimester 2
- Computer Systems
- Introduction to Software Engineering
- Unix and C Programming
- Data Structures and Algorithms
Trimester 3
- Computer Communications
- Mobile Cloud Computing
- Operating Systems
- Unix Systems Programming
Trimester 4
- Computer Communications
- Mobile Cloud Computing
- Operating Systems
- Unix Systems Programming
Trimester 5
- Human Computer Interface
- Distributed Networks
- Capstone Computing Project 1 or Cyber Security Capstone Project 1
- Elective
Trimester 6
- Engineering Management
- Advanced Computer Communications
- Capstone Computing Project 2 or Cyber Security Capstone Project 2
- Elective
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