COMP SCI 3020 - Advanced Topics in Computer Science

North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2022

Specialised study within an area of Computer Science, guided by a supervisor. Topics include theoretical and applied aspects of Computer Science. Combines guided reading and research with a significant individual or group project component.

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Course Details

Course Code	COMP SCI 3020
Course	Advanced Topics in Computer Science
Coordinating Unit	Computer Science
Term	Semester 1
Level	Undergraduate
Location/s	North Terrace Campus
Units	6
Contact	Up to 4 hours per week
Available for Study Abroad and Exchange	N
Prerequisites	COMP SCI 2008
Restrictions	Only available to students enrolled in B. Computer Science (Advanced)
Assessment	Written exam and/or assignments

Course Staff

Course Coordinator: Associate Professor Markus Wagner

Course Timetable

The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .

Course Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this course students will be able to:

1	Use advanced skills in independent project work and research
2	Discuss advanced level knowledge in a selected area of contemporary computer science
3	Apply communication skills in reporting findings of the study

The above course learning outcomes are aligned with the Engineers 最新糖心Vlog .
The course is designed to develop the following Elements of Competency: 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 3.6

最新糖心Vlog Graduate Attributes

This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:

最新糖心Vlog Graduate Attribute	Course Learning Outcome(s)
Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.	1,3
Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.	1,2
Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.	3
Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.	1,2,3
Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.	3
Attribute 7: Digital capabilities Graduates are well prepared for living, learning and working in a digital society.	1,3
Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.	1,3

Learning Resources

Required Resources

May vary with topic but generally access to internet and computer.

Recommended Resources

There are no recommended resources for this course

Online Learning

Will require contact with project mentor/supervisor, and formal presentation of work, but otherwise could all be done online.
Learning & Teaching Activities

Learning & Teaching Modes

In this course, the student will meet regularly with the project supervisor, and (almost) every week meet with the course coordinator/tutor to discuss the progress of the project.

This course aims to introduce students to a range of fundamental research and project development skills. The course will be taught through a combination of meetings with the course supervisor/tutor and the project supervisor.

The meetings with the course coordinator are to assess the weekly progress of the project and discuss the expected outcomes. During some of these meetings, the student will make an informal presentation that will be assessed by the course coordinator. he meetings with the project supervisor are to discuss the details of the development of the project.

Workload

The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

Students are expected to spend 20 hours per six unit course.

This includes approximately 3-4 hours of contact time per week, and approximately 16-18 hours of independent study time.

Learning Activities Summary

There are no official lectures associated with this course, as the main purpose is to provide a platform for joint work with an academic supervisor.
All course-related activities are announced via MyUni.

The 最新糖心Vlog's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:

Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
Assessment must maintain academic standards.

Assessment Summary

There are three milestones:

Assessment Task	Weighting (%)	Individual / Group	Formative / Summative	Due (week)*	Hurdle criteria	Learning Outcomes	CBOK Alignment**
Final Report:	40	Individual	Formative / Summative	Week 13	Min 40%	1. 2. 3.	1.1 1.2 2.4 3.2 4.1 4.2 4.3
Final Presentation:	30	Individual	Formative / Summative	Week 12		1. 2. 3.	1.1 1.2 2.4 3.2 4.1 4.2 4.3
Design Document:	30	Individual	Formative / Summative	Week 3		1. 2. 3.	1.1 1.2 2.4 3.2 4.1 4.2 4.3

* The specific due date for each assessment task will be available on MyUni.

This assessment breakdown complies with the 最新糖心Vlog's Assessment for Coursework Programs Policy.

This course has a hurdle requirement. Meeting the specified hurdle criteria is a requirement for passing the course.

**CBOK is the Core Body of Knowledge for ICT Professionals defined by the 最新糖心Vlogn Computer Society. The alignment in the table above corresponds with the following CBOK Areas:

1. Problem Solving
1.1 Abstraction
1.2 Design

2. Professional Knowledge
2.1 Ethics
2.2 Professional expectations
2.3 Teamwork concepts & issues
2.4 Interpersonal communications
2.5 Societal issues
2.6 Understanding of ICT profession

3. Technology resources
3.1 Hardware & Software
3.2 Data & information
3.3 Networking

4. Technology Building
4.1 Programming
4.2 Human factors
4.3 Systems development
4.4 Systems acquisition

5. ICT Management
5.1 IT governance & organisational
5.2 IT project management
5.3 Service management
5.4 Security management

Assessment Detail

Design Document:	"Introduction", "Motivation", "Literature Review", "Project Goal and Challenges", "Timeline".
Final Report:	"Supervision vs Independence", "Review of Area", "Plan", "Work Produced", "Presentation".
Final Presentation:	"Presentation", "Introduction and Motivation", "Methodology", "Results".

Submission

Submission details for all activities are available in MyUni but the majority of your submissions will be online and may be subjected to originality testing through Turnitin or other mechanisms. You will receive clear and timely notice of all submission details in advance of the submission date.

Course Grading

Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:

M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme)
Grade	Mark	Description
FNS		Fail No Submission
F	1-49	Fail
P	50-64	Pass
C	65-74	Credit
D	75-84	Distinction
HD	85-100	High Distinction
CN		Continuing
NFE		No Formal Examination
RP		Result Pending

Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.

Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.

Final results for this course will be made available through .

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