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ITC594 E-commerce Technologies (8)

Abstract

This subject extends students’ knowledge and skills in making use of the current technologies used in developing business applications, e-commerce, and mobile applications. Students are introduced to contemporary topics and infrastructure for developers of business and enterprise applications. The subject provides a framework for students to explore Web-based or mobile business and enterprise applications development and to be aware of the issues and procedures. It also provides for use of flexible project work, role-play and seminars (as web or mobile application developers and managers of business solutions). Such project-based learning, role-play, and seminar presentations enable students to put their new knowledge and skills into action.

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Subject information

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

Enrolment restrictions

Not available to students who have completed ITC382 or ITC565. Available only to students enrolled in the Master of Information Technology, Master of Business, Master of Business Administration and Graduate Certificate in Commerce.
Incompatible subject(s)
ITC382 ITC565

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
  • be able to describe, compare and use the core technologies that underpin e-commerce applications for business;
  • be able to evaluate and describe business processes using business process modelling techniques;
  • be able to identify and discuss the networking and operating requirements for e-commerce applications;
  • be able to discuss issues and trends related to overall e-systems infrastructure design and management;
  • be able to compare and evaluate the suitability and performance of various development platforms and e-commerce models;
  • be able to use the acquired knowledge and skills to design and maintain business applications;
  • be able to use technical and non-technical language in all oral and written communication and documentation;

Syllabus

The subject will cover the following topics:
  • Introduction to Electronic Commerce
  • Technology Infrastructure: The Internet and the World Wide Web
  • Selling on the Web: Revenue Models and Building a Web Presence
  • Marketing on the Web
  • Business-to-Business Activities
  • Social Networking, Mobile Commerce and Online Auctions
  • The Environment of Electronic Commerce: Legal, Ethical, and Tax Issues
  • Web Server Hardware and Software
  • Electronic Commerce Software
  • Electronic Commerce Security
  • Payment Systems for Electronic Commerce
  • Planning for Electronic Commerce (Subject Review by student)

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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.