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ITC507 Information Technology Concepts (8)

Abstract

This subject provides an introduction to information technology concepts that underpin the use of information technology in our increasingly complex societies. Key technologies and associated issues are dealt with. It places particular emphasis on how the technology supports information and business processes so that from the level of an individual to that of a global organisation, is able to effectively use that technology.

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Subject information

Duration Grading System School:
One sessionHD/FLSchool of Computing and Mathematics

Enrolment restrictions

Only students from the following courses:
Master of Business Administration
Master of Business
Master of E-Commerce
Grad Cert Internet Marketing
Incompatible subject(s)
ITC411 ITC525

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
be able to define and appropriately use basic information technology terms;
be able to describe the nature, sources and uses of data;
be able to identify telecommunications system components;
be able to compare the function of different network components and services;
be able to differentiate between operating systems and evaluate their relatives strengths and weaknesses;
be able to explain how major IT applications are used;
be able to discuss the general trends in hardware technologies including examples of leading edge developments;
be able to describe various types of Web based systems and their role in a digital economy;
be able to suggest basic strategies for acquiring IT infrastructure; and
be able to analyse the impact of IT on the IT profession, society, organisations and individuals.

Syllabus

The subject will cover the following topics:
1. Data and Information concepts
Terminology used to describe data
Basic data arrangement and access
Data management
Introduction to knowledge management

2. Computer networking concepts
Telecommunications system
Network services
Types of computer networks
Network protocols and processing

3. Computer systems concepts
Basic hardware and software concepts
Operating systems concepts
Alternative environments
Comparative study: installation of a computer system

4. Computer applications concepts
Range of computer applications
Information systems applications
Mobile applications

5. Web applications concepts
Web architecture and organisation
Web application basics
Object Web publishing environments
Issues in building a Web site
e-Business and the Web

6. The IT profession and society concepts
Information industries and employment
Professional organisations and standards
Information and telecommunications policy
IT impact on society
Contemporary issues

7. Emerging IT technologies
Case studies of emerging information technologies

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The information contained in the 2015 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 01 October 2015. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.