Fundamentals of Information Technology M

Course aim

To develop a solid understanding of information technology concepts and so enhance decision making abilities with respect to IT infrastructure issues.
To provide foundation knowledge related to IT concepts required for other courses and careers.

Course content

Historical contexts of computing. Computer hardware structure and operation (processors, memory, input devices, output devices, storage), operating systems and utilities, application software, data representation and number systems, basic concepts required for programming.

Textbook(s)

Nil

Prerequisite(s)

Nil

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, CITY WEST
Lecture	2 hours x 13 weeks
Tutorial	1 hour x 13 weeks
Computer Practical	1 hour x 13 weeks
Seminar	2 hours x 3 weeks
Workshop	N/A x N/A
INTERNAL, MAWSON LAKES
Lecture	2 hours x 13 weeks
Tutorial	1 hour x 13 weeks
Computer Practical	1 hour x 13 weeks
Seminar	2 hours x 3 weeks
Workshop	N/A x N/A
EXTERNAL, CITY WEST, DISTANCE EDUCATION
External (On-line materials)	N/A x N/A
External (Moderated discussions and on-line tutorials, practicals and workshops)	N/A x N/A

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Assignment (Paper Review), Examination, On-line participation in tutorial and practical material, On-line participation in workshop assessment, Tutorial and Practical Participation, Workshop

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 2)
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* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.