Advanced Studies in Computing (COMP30013)
Undergraduate level 3Points: 12.5Dual-Delivery (Parkville)
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Overview
| Availability | Semester 1 - Dual-Delivery Semester 2 - Dual-Delivery |
|---|---|
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The subject consists of advanced studies in computing covering material which is not otherwise available to the student. The details of the topics covered will depend on the course of study selected and may involve substantial system development.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject the student is expected to:
- SILO1 - Have broadened and deepened their knowledge of 1-2 contemporary concepts and techniques in computing and be able to:
- SILO2 - Identify fundamental challenges in computing;
- SILO3 - Analyse and design solutions for problems using advanced techniques in computing;
- SILO4 - Communicate and discuss technical solutions to advanced concepts in computing.
Generic skills
On completion of this subject students should have the following skills:
- Have intellectual curiosity and creativity, including understanding of the philosophical and methodological bases of research active
- Be able to undertake problem identification, formulation and solution
- Have a capacity for independent critical thought, rational inquiry and self-directed learning
- Have a profound respect for truth and intellectual integrity, and for the ethics of scholarship
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Permission required from the School of CIS Deputy Head (Academic), Professor Shanika Karunasekera: karus@unimelb.edu.au
A student will need a member of academic staff to agree to supervise the study.
AND
One of
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMP20003 | Algorithms and Data Structures | Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| COMP20007 | Design of Algorithms | Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Project Proposal - A detailed project proposal of 800-1000 words, due in Week 3, requiring approximately 10-12 hours of work, submitted to the project supervisor.
| Week 3 | 10% |
Presentation - One 15 minute presentation of the project, including answering audience questions, held in Week 12, requiring approximately 10-12 hours of work.
| Week 12 | 10% |
Research Project/Paper - One 3000 word project report, due in first week of the examination period, requiring approximately 130 hours of work.
| During the examination period | 80% |
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Principal coordinator Nir Lipovetzky Mode of delivery Dual-Delivery (Parkville) Contact hours Regular contact (at least once a week) with the project supervisor Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 28 February 2022 to 29 May 2022 Last self-enrol date 11 March 2022 Census date 31 March 2022 Last date to withdraw without fail 6 May 2022 Assessment period ends 24 June 2022 - Semester 2
Coordinator Lea Frermann Mode of delivery Dual-Delivery (Parkville) Contact hours Regular contact (at least once a week) with the project supervisor Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 25 July 2022 to 23 October 2022 Last self-enrol date 5 August 2022 Census date 31 August 2022 Last date to withdraw without fail 23 September 2022 Assessment period ends 18 November 2022 Semester 2 contact information
Time commitment details
170 hours
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Further information
- Texts
- Subject notes
- Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Please note Single Subject Studies via Community Access Program is not available to student visa holders or applicants
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
Additional information for this subject
Permission required from the Director of Teaching.
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
Last updated: 31 January 2024