200-level

INFO213
Object-Oriented Systems Development
Description
The course focuses on the concepts and methods for object-oriented (OO) analysis, design, and development of information systems. The course provides an opportunity to follow a complete project development lifecycle, starting from system analysis, to design, implementation, maintenance and testing, using the Jade software development platform. The course places equal emphasis on theoretical OO knowledge and applying this to OO system implementation.
Occurrences
Semester One 2024
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
30 points from INFO123, INFO125, COSC121, COSC131, COSC122
Restrictions
ACIS213 and AFIS213 after 1996.
INFO223
Business Systems Analysis
Description
Explores key concepts and techniques applicable to traditional and agile approaches to the analysis, design and development of business information system solutions. Coverage includes project planning, analysis of business systems, processes, and requirements; principles of user interface design; prototyping; communication skills. Students use software to model organisational data and business processes, and design and prototype IS solutions for real-world business problems.
Occurrences
Semester Two 2024
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
(1) INFO123 or INFO125 or COSC121 or COSC131 or COSC122; and (2) An additional 15 points from the Commerce Schedule.
Restrictions
INFO203, ACIS203, AFIS203, AFIS223
INFO243
Accounting Information Systems
Description
Core business subsystems and processes that allow organisations to operate effectively and efficiently. Includes enterprise databases; process and pervasive controls in the context of the development life cycle of accounting information systems; frameworks for evaluation of accounting information systems and their processes. Students develop practical skills in using at least one accounting information system package for small businesses, and advanced skills using Excel to manipulate business data.
Occurrences
Semester Two 2024
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
ACCT103 and INFO123
Restrictions
ACIS243, AFIS243
INFO253
Internet Business and Technology
Description
An introduction to Electronic Commerce (e-Commerce) principles and practices based on the relationship between business development and strategy, internet technology and the social and legal environment. The course examines a range of internet technologies including social media and mobile technologies focusing on how organisations can use these to improve their performance and relationships with customers and suppliers. Concepts are applied to real life case scenarios. Students develop practical skills by designing a prototype B2C application and applying user experience design principles.
Occurrences
Semester One 2024
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
(1) INFO123 or INFO125 or COSC121 or COSC131 or COSC122; and (2) An additional 15 points
Restrictions
INFO233
INFO260
Data Management
Description
The course introduces a range of topics that underpin data management in contemporary organisations. The first part of the course focuses on data architecture, data modelling, data administration, and data warehousing. The second part of the course introduces the concepts of Big Data. In its wider scope the course is designed to expose the students to real-life issues in data management and database management systems in the modern environment.
Occurrences
Semester Two 2024
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
1) INFO123 or INFO125 or COSC101 or COSC121 or COSC131 or COSC122 or DIGI101; and (2) An additional 15 points
INFO261
Introduction to Business Analytics
Description
The aim of this course is to help students develop an understanding of business analytics, and provide an opportunity to gain experience with diverse methods and technologies related to common aspects of analytics. Key concepts, analytical techniques and tools applicable to different aspects of data analytics and data-driven decision-making are introduced. Students completing this course have an opportunity to develop fundamental skills in the use of common business analytics tools including data visualization/visual analytics, regression, cluster analysis and exploratory data analysis, and apply these to decision-making in organisations.
Occurrences
Semester One 2024
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
(1) 15 points from STAT101, DATA101, DIGI103; and (2) 15 points from INFO123, INFO125, COSC101, COSC121, COSC122, COSC131, DIGI101
Restrictions
MBIS624
INFO263
Web Design and Development
Description
An introduction to the design and development of business applications based on internet and World Wide Web technologies. The course covers the concepts and practices of web design and development, including development of dynamic content websites as well as the technological infrastructure necessary to support these systems. Practical application of concepts will be carried out in weekly labs involving the design and construction of business web sites.
Occurrences
Semester Two 2024
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
30 points from (INFO123, INFO125, COSC121, COC131, COSC122)
Restrictions
INFO233

300-level

INFO343
IT Governance and Strategy
Description
The course focuses on organisational leadership, structures and IT management processes to support and sustain business strategies. It examines important concepts and models related to managing IT such as IT strategy, IT planning, IT alignment and IT evaluation. The course provides students with knowledge and skills to be able to make useful contributions to a range of IT related decisions in organisations.
Occurrences
Semester Two 2024
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
(1) 15 points at 200 level from INFO; and (2) an additional 30 points at 200-level or above
Restrictions
INFO303, ACIS303
INFO353
Emerging IT for Business
Description
Emerging and disruptive technologies are pervasive and transformational, changing the way in which people and businesses operate. Drawing on cutting-edge research, this course explores new technologies, trends, business models, issues and impacts. Students will critically analyse technology trends and make recommendations aimed at delivering significant, enduring and transformative business impacts, products, services and customer value.
Occurrences
Semester Two 2024
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
(1) INFO123; and (2) An additional 45 points at 200-level or above.
Restrictions
INFO635
INFO360
Business Process Management
Description
Business process management combines powerful technology, data and people expertise to reimagine processes and drive digital transformation. This course aims to develop an understanding of business processes and how they can be analysed and improved using IT. Process mapping skills for 'as-is' and 'to-be' business processes are developed and practiced, as well as techniques for change analysis, problem finding and resolution, technology impact analysis, benchmarking, error proofing and change management.
Occurrences
Semester One 2024
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
(1) 15 points at 200-level INFO, COSC or SENG; and (2) An additional 30 points at 200-level or above
INFO361
Business Intelligence and Analytics
Description
This course covers key principles and practices related to the use of business intelligence (BI) systems to support strategy and decision-making. Topics include performance dashboards and data visualisation; descriptive, predictive and predictive analytics; data, text and web mining; future trends and directions. Real data-sets and industry-standard tools will be used to demonstrate key principles of BI and to help students develop analytical and problem-solving skills related to BI solutions.
Occurrences
Semester Two 2024
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
(1) INFO123; and (2) 45 points at 200-level or above RP: STAT101
INFO390
Information Systems Internship
Description
An information systems internship (or project) that enables real world work experience or the (further) development of knowledge and/or expertise in information systems related subjects. Development of problem solving, reflection, synthesis, project management, risk management and communication skills.
Occurrences
Semester One 2024
Semester Two 2024
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
(1) 45 points at 200-level INFO; and (2) 15 points at 200-level INFO, COSC or SENG; and (3) Subject to Head of Department Approval
Restrictions
INFO362, INFO330, ACCT390, ECON390, FINC390, MKTG390
INFO393
Information Systems Project Management
Description
This course aims to develop an understanding of the role and responsibilities of a project manager, the challenges of IS project management, and the tools and techniques for successful IS project management.
Occurrences
Semester One 2024
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
(1) 15 points at 200-level from INFO, COSC or SENG; and (2) An additional 30 points at 200 level
Restrictions
INFO313, ACIS313, AFIS313, MSCI322, MSCI324, MGMT372, MSCI372

Not Offered Courses in 2024

300-level

INFO333
IT Risk and Security Management
Description
This course examines how organisations manage risk and eSecurity associated with their information systems. Topics include management, analysis and application of secure e-Business systems including security policy and network management.
Occurrences
Not offered 2024, offered in 2015 , 2017 , 2019 , 2020 , 2021
For further information see INFO333 course details
Points
15 points
INFO362
Special Topic
Occurrences
Not offered 2024, offered in 2014 , 2015
For further information see INFO362 course details
Points
15 points
INFO363
Blockchain and Cryptocurrencies in Business and Society
Description
This course examines key concepts and main features of Blockchain, analyses the evolution of this technology and reviews present and potential applications. Economic, organisational, social and political impacts of Blockchain are explored. An improved understanding of the driving forces and motivations behind organisations’ adoption of Blockchain-based applications will be provided.
Occurrences
INFO363-24S1 (C)
Semester One 2024 - Not offered
For further information see INFO363 course details
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
(1) INFO123, Any 15 points of COSC at 100-level, or DIGI101 and (2) 45 points at 200-level or above
INFO369
Special Topic
Occurrences
Not offered 2024
For further information see INFO369 course details
Points
30 points