COMP6470 Special Topics in Computing
COMP6470 is only available under certain award programs.
| Offered By | Research School of Computer Science |
|---|---|
| Academic Career | Graduate Coursework |
| Course Subject | Computer Science |
| Offered in | Summer Session, 2012, First Semester, 2012, Second Semester, 2012, Spring Session, 2012, Summer Session, 2013, First Semester, 2013, Second Semester, 2013, and Spring Session, 2013 |
| Unit Value | 6 units |
| Course Description |
This course is available so that senior students can pursue, under supervision, topics that are not covered in the regular curriculum of some aspect of compuer science. The activities in the course will be some combination of lectures, reading, writing and project work, as appropriate to the topic. These activities will be specified, for each enrolled student, using a Research School of Computer Science 'Independent Study Contract'. |
| Learning Outcomes |
Learning Outcomes will be determined for each individual student and recorded in an 'Independent Study Contract' at the beginning of the course. |
| Indicative Assessment |
An appropriate combination of written report, exercises, examination and seminar presentation |
| Workload |
Students are expected to spend 10-12 hours each week on this course. Contact hours will be determined for each individual student and recorded in an 'Independent Study Contract' at the beginning of the course. |
| Course Classification(s) | AdvancedAdvanced courses are designed for students having reached 'first degree' level of assumed knowledge, which provide a deep understanding of contemporary issues; or 'second degree' and higher levels of knowledge; or for transition to research training programs. |
| Requisite Statement |
Approval of the Masters of Computing Program Convenor |
| Recommended Courses |
none |
| Consent Required | Consent is required prior to enrolling in this course. |
| Academic Contact | peter.strazdins@anu.edu.au |
The information published on the Study at ANU 2012 website applies to the 2012 academic year only. All information provided on this website replaces the information contained in the Study at ANU 2011 website.
