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Computing and lnstrumentation
VTAC Course Code - SHCI
This program combines major studies in computer science
with scientific instrumentation. Computer science includes
the study of programming methodology using the C
programming language, data structures and algorithms,
software engineering, and the use of operating systems. In
later years, studies include computer architecture and
computer graphics.
The software emphasis in the computer science part of the
program is complemented by the strong computer hardware
orientation of instrumentation which is unique to Swinburne
and is designed to meet the challenge of ever-increasing
sophistication of instruments used in high technology areas.
EmphasB is on the design and use of instruments to detect
and measure physical phenomena, process and analyse
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information, and control various processes.
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Special areas of interest in the program include computer
Z?. based imaging, optical and nuclear instrumentation,
2 interfacing, and analogue and digital signal processing.
Areas of study in this major include nuclear and optical
a instrumentation together with a strong emphasis on
information processing, digital and analogue electronics.
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Career potential
Graduates are employed in areas ranging from industrial,
clinical, academic and government to pure research and
development fields.
Professional recognition
Accredited by Australian Computer Society as a level one
course. Graduates eligible for associate membership. After
four years relevant work experience, a graduate can apply for
full membership.
Prerequisites (entrance 1994)
Units 1 and 2: four units of Mathematics. Units 3 and 4:
Physics, two units of Mathematics chosen from Space and
Numbers, Reasoning and Data, Change and Approximation,
Extensions (C & A). Bonus points will be awarded for:
Information Technology (10%).
Applicants who do not satisfy the above requirements may
be considered on the basis of factors such as technical
background, employment and, in borderline cases, an
interview. Such special entry is not available to applicants
who have within the last three years failed any of the formal
entry assessments.
A limited number of places may be available to students
without VCE Physics. These students will undertake a special
first semester program.
Course structure
Full-time course
(1991 syllabus)
Semester 1
Credit points
SM 1 ZOO Mathematics 1 10.0
SP1210 Intro. to Scientific Instrumentation 1 10.0
SP1200 Physics 1 10.0
SQ110 Computer Problem Solving 10.0
SQ117 Intro. to Computer Systems 10.0
Semester 2
SM 1200 Mathematics 1 10.0
SP1210 Intro. to Scientific Instrumentation 1 10.0
SP1200 Phpics 1 10.0
SQ210 Programming in C 10.0
SQ207 Computer Organisation 10.0
Semester 3
SM3400 Mathematics 2
SP3400 Physics 2
SP3410 Analogue and Optical Techniques
SP3430 Interfacing and Nuclear Techniques
$4310 Advanced C
54305 Database
Semester 4
SM3400 Mathematics 2
SP3400 Physics 2
SP3410 Analogue and Optical Techniques
SP3430 lnterfacing and Nuclear Techniques
54407 Data Communications
Computer Science Elective
Semester 5
SP523 Industry Based Learning
Semester 6
SP623 Industry Based Learning
Semester 7
SP501 Signals and Systems
SP510
SP530
Scientific lnstrumentation A
Scientific lnstrumentation B
Computer Science Elective
Computer Science Elective
Semester 8
SP601 Stand-alone lnstrumentation
SP610 lnstrumentation Systems A
SP630 lnstrumentation Systems B
54613 Computer Science Team Project
Computer Science Elective
Computer Science Elective
Application procedure
See entry under 'General information'.
~oso Environmental Health
VTAC Course Code - SHHE
This is the statutory qualifying course for environment health
officers in Victoria. It is unique to Swinburne and is designed
to develop the technological, legal and administrative skills
needed to carry out the complex tasks of public and
occupational health surveillance, and the protection of the
environment. The trainina offered is interdisci~linarv and
enables graduates to coGmunicate effectively with-experts in
the relevant specialised fields.
It normally takes the form of a four-year program of
cooperative education (industry based learning) in which
students attend the University for a total of six semesters,
and gain practical professional experience for two semesters.
Swinburne arranges the professional experience for full-time
students.
Career potential
The majority of environmental health officers are employed
by local government authorities and by the State Health
Department but many work with statutory authorities such
as the Environment Protection Authority. Opportunities also
exist in other state and federal departments and in the nongovernment
sector.
Environmental health officers can thus be involved in varied
duties such as infectious disease control and immunisation,
enforcement of health standards in food establishments,
restaurants, hotels, etc., food quality surveillance, the control
of domestic waste disposal, industrial hygiene, pollution
control and health education.
Opportunities also exist in industry, particularly the food
industry, where environmental health officers assist with
quality control work and in complying with health and