COMP7310 ICT Sustainability

Offered By	Research School of Computer Science
Academic Career	Graduate Coursework
Course Subject	Computer Science
Offered in	First Semester, 2013 and First Semester, 2014
Unit Value	6 units
Course Description	ICT is both part of the problem and part of the solution to climate change. A study sponsored by the Australian Computer Society has shown that computers and telecommunications equipment in Australia generated 7.94Mt of carbon dioxide in 2005, 1.52% of national emissions. This course investigates the contribution of ICT to carbon emissions and how technology can reduce those emissions. This subject is drawn from practices being developed in the public and private sectors internationally. Implementation methodologies and assessment tools currently being field-tested are introduced. Qualification schemes and accreditation are yet to be established and it is possible those completing this subject may be involved in that development. This course was developed in conjunction with the Australian Computer Society. The Learning Outcomes have been designed for Level 5 competencies of the Skills Framework for the Information Age (SFIA) common reference model. More information is on the course webpage: http://cs.anu.edu.au/courses/COMP7310/.
Learning Outcomes	At the conclusion of this course, the student will be able to: Evaluate the sustainability of IT services, devices and day-to-day operations of an organisation, including the carbon footprint and e-waste. Prepare a sustainability strategy for IT in an organisation,covering both energy and materials use.
Indicative Assessment	Contributions to the 12 weekly discussion forums, 24%. Two assignments, 38% each.
Workload	To complete the subject you will need to spend 8-10 hours each week reading, communicating with colleagues and tutors, and preparing assignments.
Course Classification(s)	SpecialistSpecialist courses are designed for students having reached 'first degree' level of assumed knowledge, which provide for the acquisition of specialist skills; or 'second degree' and higher level of knowledge; or for transition to research training programs; or knowledge associated with professional accreditation. and TransitionalTransitional courses are designed for students from a broad range of backgrounds and learning achievements, which provide for the acquisition of generic skills; or an informed understanding of contemporary issues; or fundamental knowledge for transition to Advanced or Specialist courses.
Areas of Interest	Business Information Systems, Computer Science, Information Technology, and Resource Management and Environmental Science
Consent Required	Consent is required prior to enrolling in this course.
Prescribed Texts	eBook supplied with course: Worthington, T. (2011) ICT Sustainability: assessment and strategies for a low carbon future / Tom Worthington Tomw Communications, Belconnen, A.C.T. Retrieved from: http://www.tomw.net.au/ict_sustainability/
Other Information	Attendance: No attendance is required. All materials and assessment are on-line.

The information published on the Study at ANU 2013 website applies to the 2013 academic year only. All information provided on this website replaces the information contained in the Study at ANU 2012 website.