COMP3851B
10 units
3000 level
Course handbook
Description
This course is Part B of a multi-term sequence. Part A must also be completed to meet the requirements of the sequence. Through these courses (Part A and Part B), you will work on a project related to the fields of computer science, data science, and/or information technology. The work is undertaken in an organisation (industry, research groups or laboratories) or as an innovative proposal that has been approved by the course coordinator. In your project you will develop an entrepreneurial prototype which requires you to incorporate computer science, data science, and/or information technology skills into their practices. This direct experience exposes you to the project management practices of managers and/or researchers. Under supervision and in a group work environment, you will undertake between 240 and 280 hours of project-based work.
Availability2024 Course Timetables
Singapore PSB
- Trimester 1 - 2024 (Singapore)
- Trimester 2 - 2024 (Singapore)
- Trimester 3 - 2024 (Singapore)
Callaghan
- Semester 1 - 2024
- Semester 2 - 2024
Multi-term sequence
This course is part of a multi-term sequence. Both Part A and Part B must be completed to meet the requirements of the sequence. Part A and Part B must be completed in consecutive terms. Students must complete Part A before completing Part B. Students must complete the sequence within a twelve month period. If students complete Part A but are unable to complete Part B within the timeframe, they must re-enrol in Part A. Part A cannot be completed as a standalone course, it will only count towards your program once you have successfully completed Part B.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Identify and plan the application of a suite of computer science, data science and/or information technology skills learnt in the program to a specific project
2. Critically review the set objectives and evaluate outcomes
3. Demonstrate skills required for the workplace, including both written and verbal communication and teamwork
4. Apply theoretical knowledge to practical workplace tasks
5. Critically reflect on the ethical and technical issues faced in the workplace
Content
This course comprises activities based on planning, developing, reporting and critically reflecting on a major activity related to computer science, data science, and/or information technology. Students will:
1. Review, carry out and report on the computer science, data science,and/or information technology project defined in Part A
2. Complete a total of 240-280 project hours (the total number of hours of Part A and Part B combined)
3. Record, report and critically reflect on the project undertaken
4. Prepare and deliver a seminar and/or exhibition to describe the activities undertaken during the project
5. Describe and analyse ethical and technical issues relating to real world research and practice
Assumed knowledge
Successful completion of COMP3851A
Assessment items
Report: Written Report
Compulsory Requirement: Pass requirement - Must pass this assessment item to pass the course.
Presentation: Presentation
Compulsory Requirement: Pass requirement - Must pass this assessment item to pass the course.
Report: Quizzes
Compulsory Requirement: Pass requirement - Must pass this assessment item to pass the course.
Report: Supervisor Report
Report: Reflective Diary
Compulsory Requirement: Pass requirement - Must pass this assessment item to pass the course.
Contact hours
Trimester 1 - 2024 (Singapore) - Singapore PSB
Lecture-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 1 week(s) starting in week 12
Workshop-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
Semester 1 - 2024 - Callaghan
Lecture-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 1 week(s) starting in week 12
Workshop-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
Trimester 2 - 2024 (Singapore) - Singapore PSB
Lecture-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 1 week(s) starting in week 12
Workshop-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
Trimester 3 - 2024 (Singapore) - Singapore PSB
Lecture-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 1 week(s) starting in week 12
Workshop-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
Semester 2 - 2024 - Callaghan
Lecture-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 1 week(s) starting in week 12
Workshop-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
Course outline
- COMP3851B - Semester 1, 2024 (Callaghan) (PDF, 274.6 KB)
- COMP3851B - Trimester 1, 2024 (Psb) (PDF, 298.2 KB)
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