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Bachelor of Information Technology (Computer Games) |
UB Code
CT5 |
VTAC Code
37061 |
Mid year entry
Yes |
Program Coordinator
Dr Chris Turville |
Credit Points
360 |
Duration (EFTSL)
3.000 |
Contact Hours (per week)
16 contact hours |
Classes Held
Day |
Commences
February and July |
Outline
The Bachelor of Information Technology(Computer Games) provides you with the necessary skills, knowledge and values to be successful in a variety of computing areas, with a specialisation in computer games development. To succeed in the dynamic field of computer games, you require a strong theoretical basis and practical skills in games design and development, both of which you will receive within this program. In particular, you will graduate with very strong programming and multimedia design skills. |
Career Opportunities
Completion of this program will provide you with a variety of career opportunities in small, medium and large business and government. Possible career paths include games development, games design, games testing and quality assurance, interactive entertainment, 2D and 3D artistry, project management, consultancy, software engineering, systems analysis, web development, and programming. |
Objectives
Successful completion of this program will give you the foundation, knowledge and skills to:
- Understand, both conceptually and practically, computing technologies and their
application to a diverse range of industrial and commercial problems
- Demonstrate a sound conceptual framework in computing technologies in order to apply
and integrate new developments in these technologies
- Demonstrate a high level of industrial relevance and practical application of
computing knowledge and techniques
- Move into postgraduate study in computing or mathematics
- Demonstrate a professional approach to computing, including an appreciation of the
ethics and social implications of computer use in society
- Communicate and cooperate with others and work within and contribute to a team
environment
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Requirements
The program is based on a number of core courses covering the fundamentals of computing, such as operating systems, procedural and object-orientated programming, multimedia, databases, software engineering and algorithms. One third of the program is made up of your choice of games technologies and advanced multimedia courses, selected from the following list:
- Multimedia Design & 2D Animation
- 3D Animation & Visual Effects
- Computer Games Engines
- 3D Modelling for Computer Games
- Computer Graphics & Animation Programming
- Computer Games Design
- Digital Image Manipulation
- Graphics
- Interactive Instructional Design
- Internet Design
- Internet Courseware
- Interactive Multimedia
- Multimedia Database Systems
- Linear Algebra and Probability |
Content
The program consists of 24 courses and is three years full-time.
There are 14 core courses and 10 elective courses that make up the program structure.
4 of the elective courses are general electives and 6 are games electives.
A sample program structure is provided below:
Year 1
Semester 1
ITECH1000 (CP514) PROGRAMMING 1
ITECH1001 (CP540) COMMUNICATIONS AND TECHNOLOGY
ITECH1002 (CP560) NETWORK OPERATING SYSTEMS
ITECH1004 (CP585) INTRODUCTION TO MULTIMEDIA
ELECTIVE
Semester 2
ITECH1006 (CP611) DATABASE MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS
ITECH2100 (CP627) PROGRAMMING 2
MATHS1002 (MA552) BITS, BYTES AND ALGORITHMS (INTRODUCTORY LEVEL)
ELECTIVE
Year 2
Semester 1
GAMES ELECTIVE
GAMES ELECTIVE
ITECH2101 (CP515) SOFTWARE ENGINEERING: PROCESSES AND METHODS
Semester 2
ELECTIVE
GAMES ELECTIVE
ITECH3201 (CP616) SOFTWARE ENGINEERING: ANALYSIS AND DESIGN
ITECH3213 (CP793) INTRODUCTION TO IT PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Year 3
Semester 1
ELECTIVE
GAMES ELECTIVE
ITECH3208 (CP783) PROJECT 1
ITECH3215 (CP705) INFORMATION SECURITY
Semester 2
GAMES ELECTIVE
GAMES ELECTIVE
ITECH3203 (CP704) PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
ITECH3209 (CP784) PROJECT 2
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Mode of Study - Length
Three years full-time, or part-time equivalent |
Location
Mt Helen Campus (Ballarat) |
Application Method
Application is via VTAC at www.vtac.edu.au
Mid Year applicants and current UB students wishing to transfer to another UB program are required to complete the Direct Application for Admission (Internal Transfer) form.
To obtain a copy of this form, please visit
www.ballarat.edu.au/apply
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Entry Requirements
Satisfactory completion of the VCE, including prerequisites Units 3 and 4 a study score of at least 25 in each of English (any) and Mathematical Methods; interstate or overseas equivalent; or Mature Age entry. |
Extra Requirements
Applicants who are required to attend an interview will be notified of arrangements by telephone or mail. Non-Year 12 VTAC applicants must complete and submit the VTAC PI form to VTAC together with their application. |
Professional Recognition
This program is accredited to the Professional Level by the Australian Computer Society. |
Pathways
Pathway information is available from staff listed under 'Program Enquiries'. |
Fees
Please visit www.ballarat.edu.au/fees to obtain further information regarding Indicative Program Fees. |
Enquiries
For further program information contact:
Mt Helen Campus (Ballarat)
Graduate School of Information Technology and Mathematical Sciences
Telephone (03) 5327 9770
Email: info@ballarat.edu.au |
International Students
This information may not apply to international students.For further information contact International Student Programs:Tel: +61 3 5327 9018 Fax: +61 3 5327 9017Email: international@ballarat.edu.au
Web: www.ballarat.edu.au/fdp/international |
Information correct as at
12-08-2010 |
Further Information
A range of student services, including childcare, counselling, support for students with disabilities, Learning Resource Centre and cafeteria are available at most campuses. For further information on these services please call 1800 811 711. The commencement of all programs is subject to available funding and enrolment quotas.
All information contained in this publication including the availability of programs and fees, is correct at the time of going to press as at the date above, however the University reserves the right to alter any program, procedure or fee. Students should check for any amendment prior to enrolment.
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