Stage2 - Diploma of Information Technology - Computer Science and IT, Leading to Bachelor of Computing in Computer Science Navitas Group - Curtin College, Australia

Students who have already completed Year 12 (or equivalent) may start with the Stage 2 Diploma, which has the same course content and structure as year one of the corresponding Curtin University undergraduate degree. Upon completion of your Diploma, you will progress directly into the second year of your Curtin University Bachelor's degree program.

Stage2 - Computer Science & IT - Diploma of Information Technology
The Diploma of Information Technology addresses a significant market demand for skills associated with the design of distributed computing environments and the networks that underpin them.

Learn about computer technology, hardware and software, as well as computer communications and network management. Study the fundamentals of programming  and theoretical knowledge of computing.

Leading to: Bachelor of Computing
This course will equip you with high-level knowledge of computer systems and processes involved in software development and maintenance.

It covers aspects of modern computing, commencing with fundamental programming and theoretical knowledge; and followed by specialisation in computer science, cyber security or software engineering.

You'll use C and Java as the tools for learning core concepts such as object orientation and algorithms. Linux skills are taught throughout the course, starting with the basics and progressing to advanced topics.

This degree is designed to prepare you for careers in computing. As such, Curtin works closely with industry partners both to optimise course content and provide final-year placement opportunities to suitable students.

Major: Computer Science
This major provides in-depth knowledge of software design, algorithm analysis, artificial intelligence, computer communications, databases and graphics.

You will gain the skills required to build operating systems and design new programming languages. Being mathematically based, computer science has a strong emphasis on logic and reasoning.

What you'll learn

• Implement secure processes based on best practice when developing software and dealing with computer systems
• Evaluate standard algorithms, techniques, and software technologies in a manner that is appropriate for a given problem and think critically and creatively to generate innovative and optimum theoretical and practical solutions
• Identify, evaluate and synthesise information from a range of computing sources to optimise the process of software design and implementation
• Document software development activities and artefacts and communicate them in written and oral form to both technical and non-technical audiences and communicate effectively in ways appropriate to the audience and purpose
• Effectively use new and existing technologies, recognising their advantages and limitations
• Sustain intellectual curiosity by updating their knowledge, engage in continuous training and research, and take control of their own learning and development
• Recognise and apply IEEE/ACM/ACS standards in the process of software design and development
• Contribute to society using technology in an ethical, legal, and socially responsible manner
• Demonstrate initiative, leadership and ethical practice when working independently and collaboratively.