Applied Technology and Communication (10135.2)

The focus of this unit is skills development and the content within the unit supports the development of the following skills and concepts:
- Keep a reflective journal of online learning.
- Identify how to maximise learning online.
- Leverage smart devices in lectures and tutorials.
- Utilise third-party online content (e.g. iTunes U.)
- Use Learning Apps for tertiary education
- Explore a range of web technologies for learning
- Use online applications and technology safely and ethically
Topics will include:
- Information systems (IS) concepts
- Types of IS
- Data, information and Business Intelligence
- Levels of business information
- Competitive advantage and Global eBusiness

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
1. Understand basic concepts in business information systems;
2. Understand and apply coding principles for creation of applications; and
3. Work in groups to create interactive and user centred products.

Graduate attributes

1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills
1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively
2. UC graduates are global citizens - make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - evaluate and adopt new technology

Prerequisites

None.

Corequisites

Enrolment in 100CC University of Canberra International Foundation Studies.

Incompatible units

None.

Equivalent units

None.

Assumed knowledge

None.