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Bachelor of Computing

B-COMP Commencing 1 July 2021

Version 1 (1 Jul 2021 - onward)

Location
Curtin Perth
Curtin University Malaysia
Sri Lanka Inst Info Tech

Duration
3 years

Award code
BComp(Curtin)

CRICOS Code
0100817

Course overview
This course provides a coverage of aspects modern computing, depending on the major
chosen. It covers fundamental programming and theoretical knowledge followed by an
opportunity to specialise in one of the three key computing streams: Computer Science,
Cyber Security and Software Engineering. Curtin's Computing course teaches C and
Java in the first year as the tools for learning core concepts such as object orientation
and algorithms. Linux skills are taught throughout the course and emphasis is placed on
learning the basics before moving onto advanced topics. The graduates from the course
will have a high level of knowledge of computer systems and processes involved in
software development and maintenance. The aim of this major is to prepare the students
for the areas of ICT stated to be most in demand and for positions that are most difficult
to fill.

On completion of the three year degree, students who have performed well will be
eligible to complete an extra year of study to obtain an honours qualification, BH-SCNCE
Bachelor of Science (Honours). The research focus of an Honours degree provides a
pathway for career advancement at a higher level than the base degree.

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Students who perform well in the first year of this course can apply for transfer to the
Bachelor of Advanced Science (Computing) course, although acceptance is not
automatic.

Professional recognition

Pending

Career opportunities

Graduates will be qualified to work as programmers and a range of specialist technical

roles based on their chosen major.

Entry and completion details

Specifically, applicants require a minimum of 80 ATAR.

• To course switch into Bachelor of Computing (Computer Science major and Cyber
Security major only), applicants need to complete 200 credits in Bachelor of Information
Technology with a CWA of at least 65 and attained a mark of at least 65 in MATH1015
(Linear Algebra 1).

• To course switch into Bachelor of Computing (Software Engineering), applicants

need to complete 200 credits in Bachelor of Information Technology with a cwa of at
least 65 and passed MATH1015 (Linear Algebra 1).

• Applicants who completed 200 credits in Bachelor of Information Technology with a

CWA of at least 60 but below 65, will be assessed by school.

• Applicants who are not studying/ didn’t study Bachelor of Information Technology
and met Mathematics Prerequisite for the major they are applying for will be assessed by
school.

Credit for recognised learning

Applications for credit towards a course are assessed on an individual basis. Credit
reduces the amount of learning required to complete the course and may be granted for
formal education qualifications, non-formal learning from non-award programs of study
and informal learning through work experiences. Further information can be found at
http://futurestudents.curtin.edu.au/non-school-leavers/rpl.cfm
(http://futurestudents.curtin.edu.au/non-school-leavers/rpl.cfm)

Learning outcomes

Course learning outcomes

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1. Implement secure processes based on best practice when developing software and
dealing with computer systems

2. Evaluate standard algorithms, techniques, and software 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

3. Identify, evaluate and synthesise information from a range of computing sources to

optimise the process of software design and implementation

4. Document software development 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

5. Effectively use new and existing technologies, recognising their advantages and
limitations

6. Sustain intellectual curiosity by updating their knowledge, engage in continuous

training and research, and take control of their own learning and development

7. Recognise and apply IEEE/ACM/ACS standards in the process of software design and
development

8. Contribute to society using technology in an ethical, legal, and socially responsible

manner

9. Demonstrate initiative, leadership and ethical practice when working independently

and collaboratively

Duration and availability

The course has a duration of three years. Since this course is offered in several different
international campuses, intakes vary by study location.

Additional course expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks and other essential study
materials.

Course structure

Year 1

Semester 1

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Complete the below

Code Title Credits

COMP1007 Programming Design and Implementation (/units/unit- 25

(/units/unit-ug- ug-programming-design-and-implementation--
programming- comp1007v1)
design-and-
implementation--
comp1007v1)

ISAD1000 Introduction to Software Engineering (/units/unit-ug- 25

(/units/unit-ug- introduction-to-software-engineering--isad1000v1)
introduction-to-
software-
engineering--
isad1000v1)

ISEC2001 Fundamental Concepts of Data Security (/units/unit- 25

(/units/unit-ug- ug-fundamental-concepts-of-data-security--
fundamental- isec2001v2)
concepts-of-data-
security--
isec2001v2)

NPSC1003 Integrating Indigenous Science and STEM (/units/unit- 25

(/units/unit-ug- ug-integrating-indigenous-science-and-stem--
integrating- npsc1003v3)
indigenous-
science-and-stem-
-npsc1003v3)

Semester 2

Complete the below

Code Title Credits

COMP1000 Unix and C Programming (/units/unit-ug-unix-and-c- 25

(/units/unit-ug- programming--comp1000v1)
unix-and-c-
programming--
comp1000v1)

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Code Title Credits

COMP1002 Data Structures and Algorithms (/units/unit-ug-data- 25

(/units/unit-ug- structures-and-algorithms--comp1002v1)
data-structures-
and-algorithms--
comp1002v1)

Options

Complete 25 credit points from the following options

Code Title Credits

MATH1015 Linear Algebra 1 (/units/unit-ug-linear-algebra-1-- 25

(/units/unit-ug- math1015v1)
linear-algebra-1--
math1015v1)

MATH1019 Linear Algebra and Statistics for Engineers (/units/unit- 25

(/units/unit-ug- ug-linear-algebra-and-statistics-for-engineers--
linear-algebra- math1019v2)
and-statistics-for-
engineers--
math1019v2)

Complete 25 credit points from the following options

Code Title Credits

CMPE2002 Requirements Engineering (/units/unit-ug- 25

(/units/unit-ug- requirements-engineering--cmpe2002v1)
requirements-
engineering--
cmpe2002v1)

COMP1006 Foundations of Computer Science (/units/unit-ug- 25

(/units/unit-ug- foundations-of-computer-science--comp1006v1)
foundations-of-
computer-science-
-comp1006v1)

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Code Title Credits

ISEC1000 Cyber Security Concepts (/units/unit-ug-cyber- 25

(/units/unit-ug- security-concepts--isec1000v1)
cyber-security-
concepts--
isec1000v1)

Year 2

Options

Complete 400 credit points from the following options

Code Title Credits

MJRU-COMPS Computer Science Major (B Comp) (/courses/course- 400

(/courses/course- ug-computer-science-major-b-comp--mjru-compsv1)
ug-computer-
science-major-b-
comp--mjru-
compsv1)

MJRU-CYBSE Cyber Security Major (B Comp) (/courses/course-ug- 400

(/courses/course- cyber-security-major-b-comp--mjru-cybsev1)
ug-cyber-security-
major-b-comp--
mjru-cybsev1)

MJRU-SFTEN Software Engineering Major (B Comp) 400

(/courses/course- (/courses/course-ug-software-engineering-major-b-
ug-software- comp--mjru-sftenv1)
engineering-
major-b-comp--
mjru-sftenv1)

Year 3

The content of this section will change based on your previous selection

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MATH1019 is for all students with Maths Methods or higher

MATH1015 is for all students with Maths Applications

COMP1006

is for all students who wish to undertake Computer Science Major

ISEC1000

is for all students who wish to undertake Cyber Security Major

CMPE2002

is for all students who wish to undertake Software Engineering Major

Curtin University reserves the right to alter the internal composition of any course to
ensure learning outcomes retain maximum relevance. Any changes to the internal
composition of a course will protect the right of students to complete the course within a
normal timeframe and will not result in additional cost to students through a requirement
to undertake additional units.

Location and delivery

For start dates, please view the academic calendar
(https://students.curtin.edu.au/essentials/academic-calendar/).

Curtin Perth

2021 2022
Semester 1 Semester 1
Internal Internal

Semester 2 Semester 2
Internal Internal

2023 2024
Semester 1 Semester 1
Internal Internal

Semester 2 Semester 2
Internal Internal

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The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course
is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course
once

Information for international students

If you are an international student studying on a student visa, you must undertake a
full-time load in each study period. There may be additional entry requirements
that must be met. For more information, you can refer to the International Students’
(https://international.curtin.edu.au/) website. If you do not hold a student visa or are
studying outside of Australia, you have the option to study full-time, part-time
and/or fully online depending on course and unit availabilities as well as your in-
country visa requirements.

Acknowledgement of inherent requirements

I understand that all Curtin courses have compulsory and other core capabilities
that are essential for demonstrating the achievement of course learning outcomes
and graduation. If I am unable to meet or demonstrate those requirements, now or
in later during my studies, reasonable adjustments will be sought by the University
wherever possible to facilitate alternative ways of achieving of those requirements.
If reasonable adjustments cannot be accommodated, Curtin will discuss study
options to find an alternative course of study or an exit degree.

Student rights and responsibilities

As a Curtin University student, you are part of the Curtin community and as such,
you have rights and responsibilities. Some relate to your work as a student, such as
academic integrity and copyright. Others relate to your use of resources and the
way you behave around other students. Students are expected to abide by the
University’s statutes, rules, by-laws, policies and procedures
(https://policies.curtin.edu.au/legislation/statutes_rules.cfm) as amended from time
to time. You can find further information about your rights and responsibilities
(https://students.curtin.edu.au/essentials/rights/) on the Student Essentials website.

Disclaimer of liability
You can access the full disclaimer of liability (https://www.curtin.edu.au/disclaimer-
of-liability/) on the Study website.

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