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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

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

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

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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