1 Bachelor of Information Technology - Overview S The Bachelor of Information Technology degree was redesigned in 2005 to reflect the joining together of the School of ICT across three campuses (Logan, Nathan and Gold Coast). S The degree is completely up-to-date and is the result of combining the expertise of staff from each campus  the one BIT degree is offered at all three locations. S The degree can be completed entirely from courses offered at the Gold Coast but courses from other campuses may also be undertaken. S Graduates from the degree will be eligible for membership of the Australian Computer Society. S You can then progress into: S an honours year in preparation for higher degrees by research S careers in the Information Technology industry (detailed later)

2 Bachelor of Information Technology - Overview S Reflecting industry needs, the BIT degree provides you with a comprehensive introduction to information technology and is characterised by its breadth, flexibility, quality and emphasis on contemporary practice. S The program includes a set of core courses and a practical teamwork project for external clients. You will also have the opportunity to undertake an off-campus course that incorporates work-integrated learning to give you first-hand experience in developing the knowledge, skills and attitudes that are required to succeed within the industry; or to work with fellow students to analyse, develop and implement an effective solution to a computer-based information system or a software development problem.

3 Bachelor of Information Technology - Structure The core courses cover the systematic approach to software development and essential information technology knowledge. Elective courses build on these core courses and allow students to specialise in industry and research relevant areas.

4 Bachelor of Information Technology – Core Courses

5 Bachelor of Information Technology – IT Specific Electives

6 Bachelor of Information Technology – IT Supporting Electives

7 Bachelor of Information Technology – Planning S For now, most of you will be enrolled in the 1 st semester core courses S After that many courses require you to have passed an earlier course: S Programming 2 requires Programming 1 S Database Design requires Mathematics for Computing 1 and Introduction to Information Systems Development S Project Management requires Introduction to Information Systems Development S IT Project/Industrial Affiliates Program requires all the other core courses S Most electives require other subjects S Check the course outlines for details

8 Bachelor of Information Technology – Graduation Rules S To graduate students require 240CP, as follows: S 110CP from core courses (normal course = 10CP) S 100CP from IT specific and supporting electives: S At least 40CP from 3 rd year IT specific and supporting electives S No more than 20CP from IT-supporting 2 nd year electives S No more than 20CP from IT-supporting 3 rd year electives S 30CP from additional electives – can be from other schools S No more than 20CP from 1 st year electives S No more than 30CP with a Pass Conceded (PC) grade S Students must also pass the 0CP Writing Skills Courses: S 1113ICT / 1114ICT / 1115ICT S 5% towards Foundations of Computing and Communication

9 Bachelor of Information Technology - Careers S Artificial Intelligence and Robotics (AI) : Intelligent Environments Engineer, Computer Games AI Designer, Knowledge Engineer, Development and Design roles in robotics  Computer Systems and Networks (CN) : Systems Engineer, Networking Engineer, Distributed Systems Developer, Network Analyst and Designer, Web Infrastructure Engineer S Computer Science (CS): Systems Engineer, Application Engineer, Software Developer, Computer Science Research S Databases (DB): Database Designer, System Analyst, Knowledge Engineer S Internet Computing and eCommerce (EC) : Web Developer, Online Learning Materials Developer, E-Business Systems Analyst, Distributed Business Software Developer

10 Bachelor of Information Technology - Careers S Information Systems (IS): n Strategic Planning and Management, User-Centred Analysis and Design S Multimedia (MM) : Multimedia Systems Designer/ Project Manager/ Content Developer, Web Designer, Special Effects Designer  Pervasive Computing (PC) : Intelligent Environments Engineer, Mobile Systems Developer, Wireless Infrastructure Designer, Home Automation Specialist S Computer Security (SC): IT Security Specialist, Networking Engineer, IT Fraud Detection, Security Systems Research S Software Engineering (SE): Business Research and Development, System Analysis and Design, Software Development, Project Management, Quality Control and Assurance

11 School of Information Technology - School Staff BIT Program Convenor – Wayne Pullan BIT Honours Convenor – John Thornton First Year Course Convenors: 1001ICT Programming 1 – Wayne Pullan 1002ICT Mathematics for Computing 1 – Wayne Pullan 1003ICT Professional Issues – David Tuffley Other Staff Who Can Advise You: First Year Student Advisor: Steve Drew School Administrator: Kylie Shoobridge School Secretary: Vicky Wheeler

12 Program and Course Convenor Roles S If you have any questions about a particular course your first port of call is the person teaching that course - if that person cannot help you, your next step is to talk to or the course convenor S The program convenor is there to help you with the general planning of your program of study, i.e. the degree S He or she can advise you about which electives you might take and the sequence in which you progress through the degree S Some subjects are pre-requisites for others and unless you plan your degree correctly you may end up taking longer than you intended S This information is all available on the School’s website so it is only in unusual circumstances that you will need help S If you are having difficulty handling the workload, or with some other area of the degree or are thinking of quitting then it is also good idea to see the program convenor - it’s always better to take more time and arrive, than not to arrive at all!

13 Conduct of Courses Details of the course structure and degree requirements are on the School website: Programs/Undergraduate Programs/1109 Bachelor of Information Technology S Timetables on the Griffith website: Current Students/Lecture and Tutorial Timetables S Course Outlines on the Griffith website: Current Students/Academic Programs and Courses S S Many courses now have the course outlines and course materials online via

14 Tutorial and Laboratory Allocations You select your allocations on-line when you enrol. If you can’t get a suitable time in a particular course ask the convenor of that course what to do. You’ll need a good reason to change. Generally you will have to find someone who will voluntarily swap with you.

15 Staff Consulting Times Staff will advise. If you wish to see some-one, please do so in one of their consultation times. If you cannot make one of these times due to a timetable clash, please for an appointment.

16 Computer Accounts You should already have a password from having enrolled on-line. Reset password through and click the Help ICT School computer lab account: Password synchronised from Griffith Portal. Netcheck: Password synchronised from Griffith Portal. For all password and account problems phone

17 Internet Accounts Charged by bytes, not time Allocated $8 per 10CP You must logout of Netcheck before logging out of computer! If you use yahoo, hotmail, etc mail accounts, THIS COMES OFF YOUR QUOTA If/when you consume your quota, go to the Reference Desk at the Library and you can buy more

18 Lab Access School of ICT labs have 24/7 access (proximity card controlled $11 non-refundable – need application form from ICT Gold Coast Office, pay Cashier in the Graham Jones Building, return to ICT Office) Some Learning Centres are also 24/7 Other Labs and Learning Centres available on reduced access

19 Dial-in Modem Access Free account through (visit the web site) (connected to Netcheck, audited for responsible use, and comes off your

20 Print Quota Allocated 150 sheets To replenish account, you will be credited 500 sheets if you place unbroken ream of Reflex / Xerox paper in box at School Office (with name and Student Number.) Quota updated 10:30 and 15:30 daily (Mon to Fri) (PH exempt)

21 Ethical Behaviour Cooperation between students is often encouraged Copying other students work is NOT! Nor is Plagiarism (using source materials without reference or without making direct quotations clear) Your attention is drawn to the University policy on Academic Misconduct

22 Questions?