Technology Inquiry Project
Duration
- One Semester or equivalent
Contact hours
- 36 hours face to face + blended
On-campus unit delivery combines face-to-face and digital learning.
2023 teaching periods
Hawthorn Higher Ed. Semester 2 |
Hawthorn HB8 HE Block 8 | |
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Dates: Results: Last self enrolment: Census: Last withdraw without fail: |
Dates: Results: Last self enrolment: Census: Last withdraw without fail: |
Aims and objectives
In this project-based unit students work in supervised teams to inquire and solve one or more challenges specifically designed and oriented towards technology. The project(s) must have a substantial emphasis on programming.
Unit Learning Outcomes (ULO)
On successful completion of this unit students will be able to:
1. Assess the role of programming principles in a variety of settings
2. Reflect on practice via the application of self- and peer-evaluation
3. Apply knowledge of advanced programming fundamentals to technology challenges
4. Demonstrate the ability to work as an effective team member using simple project management tools
5. Find, organise, and evaluate information on a range of topics related to technology challenges
6. Consider and reflect upon social and cultural perspectives that impact on learning and working in a team
Unit information in detail
- Teaching methods, assessment and content.
Teaching methods
Hawthorn
Type | Hours per week | Number of Weeks | Total |
Live Online Seminar | 1 | 12 | 12 |
On Campus Class | 2 | 12 | 24 |
Unspecified Activities | 9.5 | 12 | 114 |
TOTAL | 150 hours |
Assessment
Types | Individual/Group Role | Weighting | Unit Learning Outcomes (ULOs) |
Application Concept | Group | 25-35% | 1,4,6 |
Project Demonstration/Presentation | Group | 25-35% | 3,4,6 |
Project Report | Individual | 25-35% | 2,5 |
Research Report | Individual | 5-15% | 1,3 |
Content
- Designing, writing, compiling, documenting, and testing programs
- Programming language syntax
- Structured programming principles
- Functional decomposition
- Performing Research
- Team dynamics
- Technology Project Management
- Technical writing
Study resources
- Reading materials.
Reading materials
A list of reading materials and/or required texts will be made available in the Unit Outline.