1997 Swinburne Higher Education Handbook

Associate Diploma of Applied Science (Laboratory
Technology), with appropriate bridging subjects TL501,
TL502, TL503 may be admitted into the second year of the
course.
Course structure
Full-time course
Year 1 (1 994 syllabus)
Semester 1
SC108 Biology 1
SC154 Chemistry 1
SK190 Computer Science
SM1208 Mathematical Methods
SP108 Physics
Semester 2
SC254 Chemistry 2
SM1208 Mathematical Methods
SP235 Instrumental Science
SC208 Biology
Year 2
Semester 1
SC353 Applied Chemistry
SC360 Practical Chemistry 3
SC370 Chemistry 3
SC390 Computers in Chemistry
semester 2
SC473 Applied Chemistry 4
SC460 Practical Chemistry 4
SC470 Chemistry 4
SC490 Computers in Chemistry 4
Credit
points
10.0
10.0
10.0
10.0
Year 3 (1994 syllabus)
Semester 1
SC508 Industry Based Learning
semester 2
SC608 Industry Based Learning
Year 4 (1990 syllabus)
Semester 1
SC553 Applied Chemistry 12.5
SC560 Practical Chemistry 15.0
SC570 Chemistry 15.0
SC590 Computers in Chemistry 5.5
SC708 Scientific Communications 2.0
Semester 2
BS619 Business and Management 10.0
SC653 Process Chemistry 10.0
SC66O Practical Chemistry 12.5
SC670 Chemistry 10.0
SC690 Computers in Chemistry 5.5
SC808 Scientific Communications 2.0
ICI is a major supporter of this course, providing funds for
the purchase of molecular graphics equipment as well as
being a continuing supporter of our industry based learning
program.
Application procedure
Refer to pages 54 and 106.
2060 Computer Science (Conversion
The Bachelor of Applied Science (Computer Science) is a
two year program, available only to students who have
completed an appropriate associate diploma or equivalent,
which includes computer programming, at a TAFE
institution.
The degree program
The course combines studies in computer science and
software engineering. Students are provided with an
extensive education in contemporary approaches to the
analysis, design and implementation of computer systems
along with a sound understanding of the traditional aspects
of computer science such as hardware and operating
systems.
A range of coherent streams in the final year of the course
allow the student to choose a specialisation. The acquired
skills and knowledge are consolidated in a project subject in
the final year.
Students are also able to study one non-computing elective.
Career potential
Employment prospects for graduates of the course are
excellent. The expanding role of computers in business and
industry means that there is a constant need for personnel
with an in-depth understanding of computers and computer
systems.
Graduates of the course are equipped with the knowledge
and skills to make them valuable members of any team
developing software. They have extensive skills in software
development, have had experience in working on team
projects, and have good oral and written communication
skills.
Graduates usually start work as programmers, and can move
into roles such as systems analyst, systems designer, project
team leader or information technology manager.
Professional recognition
The degree provides credit at Level 1 (the highest level)
towards professional membership of the Australian
Computer Society.
Honours
Students who achieve excellent results during the course
may apply to undertake an additional year of study,
enabling them to graduate with an honours degree.
Credit transfer and Pathwas
An advanced credit transfer system, known as the Pathways
program, is in place at Swinburne. The Bachelor of Applied
Science (Computer Science) is a special Pathways degree
which provides block credit for the first year of a degree
program. Apart from these block credit arrangements,
students admitted to the degree may be granted additional
credit for previous studies on a case-by-case basis.
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