Swinburne University of Technology - Melbourne Australia
Future Students - Courses
The Associate Degree of Applied Information and Communication Technologies comprises a general course of study in information and communication technology (ICT) offered over two years at Swinburne’s Wantirna and Hawthorn campuses.
Course Description:
The Associate Degree of Applied Information and Communication Technology is a two year program of ICT studies with a focus on software and web development. The course provides both employment or further study outcomes. The first three semesters of the program are offered at the Wantirna campus, with the final semester at the Hawthorn campus.The program comprises studies in programming, databases, networking and project management with a particular focus on web and software development. On successful completion of the first year of the Associate Degree of Applied Information and Communication Technology, students will be eligible to apply for credit transfer or to undertake an RPL assessment to gain all or part credit towards an appropriate VET Diploma. Students who complete the Associate Degree of Applied Information and Communication Technology are eligible for a guaranteed place in the final year of the Bachelor of Applied Information and Communication Technology.
Aims & Objectives:
At completion of this associate degree, graduates will be expected to: Select and apply methods and technologies to design, program and test software and web applicationsUse contemporary software development process models in the development of software solutionsApply principles of user-centred design to contribute to the development of usable interfacesSelect and use appropriate computer languages to solve software-related problems in a variety of problem domainUse communication and management skills required to manage small-scale projects successfullyDemonstrate an understanding of the social, legal and ethical issues confronting the ICT professional
Course Structure:
To qualify for the award of Associate Degree of Applied Information and Communication Technology, students must complete the prescribed 16 units (200 credit points). There are no electives or options in this program.
Units of Study:
Year 1Semester 1 HIT1601 Business Systems Solutions HIT1602 Website Development HIT1603 Data and Databases HIT1604 Programming Concepts and Algorithms Semester 2 HIT1605 Dynamic Web Development HIT1606 Java Programming HIT1607 Computer Systems and Networks HIT1608 Simulated Workplace Project Year 2Semester 1 HIT2609 Usability and Prototyping Techniques HIT2610 Emerging Web TechnologiesHIT2611 Local Area NetworkingSoftware Development in Java (HIT2037) Semester 2 HIT2612 Web Technologies ProjectSoftware Development Practices (HIT2308)HIT2422 Database Systems HIT3323 Web Programming
Career Opportunities:
There are a large number of job roles available for those with applied ICT qualifications and experience in web and software development. Roles include: application developer, quality assurance analyst, project manager, multimedia developer, mobile application developer, systems architect, business requirements analyst, technical writer, application integration specialist and user interface analyst.
Graduate Attributes:
Graduates of the Associate Degree of Applied Information and Communication Technology will have broad theoretical and technical knowledge of computing with some specialised skills and knowledge in software and web development. Graduates will have the ability to: Identify, analyse, and evaluate information from a range of sources to meet business, client and organisational needs, specialising in software and web development solutionsExplore, prototype and develop solutions using a range of methodologies and techniques to realise client and organisation intentionsThink creatively and independently and solve problems relating to the client briefs with other developers, designers and engineers Graduates will be able to demonstrate the application of knowledge and skills by: Developing initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision in a range of ICT industry contextsAdapting and developing knowledge and skills in future contextsWorking effectively as an individual or with others within broad parametersUnderstanding the role of an ICT professional in a rapidly changing world
Entry Requirements:
Successful completion of an appropriate Victorian Year 12 or its equivalent, such as an interstate or international Year 12 qualification. VCE Prerequisites: Units 3 and 4 – a study score of at least 20 in English (any). Selection mode: ATAR and two-stage process with a middle-band of approximately 20%. Middle-band: Re-ranking based on information technology (any). Swinburne's Regional Bonus Scheme applies to this program.
Australian Tertiary Admissions Ranking (ATAR): 51.20
2012 Round 1 Clearly-In ATAR (CSP)
Credit Transfer:
Students may receive a maximum of 100 credit points of advanced standing for relevant studies completed at other universities or institutions. Students who complete the associate degree will be guaranteed a place in the final year of the Bachelor of Applied Information and Communication Technology with 200 credit points of credit. Students who complete the first year of the associate degree with at least a credit average (65%) grade point average (GPA) can apply for entry to the second year of the Bachelor of Applied Information and Communication Technology with 100 credit points of credit.
Course Fees:
For information about Swinburne's fees visit: www.swinburne.edu.au/fees
Application Procedure:
Applications may be made through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC) or direct to Swinburne University of Technology. VTAC Code: 35501 (CSP)For further information about applying through VTAC, visit the VTAC website at: www.vtac.edu.au
Further information:
Submit an Online Enquiry Tel: 1300 275 794Email: study@swinburne.edu.au
