Topics in Computer Science
Overview
This unit provides a flexible unit of study which allows the student to undertake a new, experimental, prototype, specialised coursework or research unit.
Requisites
SWE30011 - IoT Programming
AND
Admission to Bachelor of Computer Science OR Bachelor of Computer Science (Professional)
OR
Admission to Bachelor of Engineering Technology
OR
Admission to Bachelor of Computer Science (Honours)
OR
Approval by Chair of Department of Computing Technologies, Course Director or Unit Convenor.
31-May-2026
01-November-2026
30-May-2027
Unit learning outcomes
Students who successfully complete this unit will be able to:
- Investigate and explain a specialised or niche topic in Computer Science
- Analyse and evaluate information on an advanced, state-of-the-art, prototype or specialised Computer Science topic
- Communicate findings to others in appropriate ways
- Demonstrate autonomy and responsibility in self-directed work
Teaching methods
Hawthorn
| Type | Hours per week | Number of weeks | Total (number of hours) |
|---|---|---|---|
| On-campus Class |
0.50 | 12 weeks | 6 |
| Online Lecture |
1.00 | 12 weeks | 12 |
| Online Directed Online Learning and Independent Learning |
2.00 | 12 weeks | 24 |
| Unspecified Activities Various |
9.00 | 12 weeks | 108 |
| TOTAL | 126 |
Assessment
| Type | Task | Weighting | ULO's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | Individual | 100% | 1,2,3,4 |
Hurdle
As the minimum requirements of assessment to pass a unit and meet all ULOs to a minimum standard, an undergraduate student must have achieved:
an aggregate mark for the unit of 50% or more.
Content
A topic will be chosen from a pool of advertised coursework or research topics vetted and approved by the unit convenor. Each topic will be supervised by an academic (who may be a researcher). The topic may have specific knowledge required as a pre-requisite. If the number of students studying a topic exceeds 6, regular timetabled classes may run.
Study resources
Reading materials
A list of reading materials and/or required textbooks will be available in the Unit Outline on Canvas.