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Unit of study Credit points A: Assumed knowledge P: Prerequisites C: Corequisites N: Prohibition Session

Master of Information Technology / Master of Information Technology Management

Candidates for the degree of Master of Information Technology/ Master of Information Technology Management are required to complete 96 credit points from the units of study listed in the tables below as follows:
1. a total of 96 credit points
2. a minimum of 24 credit points of the Core units of study
3. a minimum of 24 credit points of the Information Technology Specialist units of study
4. a minimum of 24 credit points of the Information Technology Management Specialist units of study
5. a maximum of 12 credit points of the Foundation units of study.
The completion of a major is an optional requirement of this degree. A major requires the completion of all core units of study and at least 18 credit points chosen from the Information Technology Specialist units of study listed in the table for the defined major, as below.
6. A maximum of 12 credit points may be selected from units outside of the School of Information Technology, with the approval of the Program Director.
For the Professional Pathway, after completing 24 credit points of coursework, in addition to the requirements listed above, select:
1. a minimum of 12 credit points of the Professional Pathway Project units of study,
2. no credit points from the research pathway units of study.
Students may gain admission to the Research Pathway after completing 24 credit points of coursework with a Distinction average or above, subject to the approval of the Program Director. For the Research Pathway, in addition to the requirements listed above, select:
1. a minimum of 24 credit points of the Research Pathway units of study,
2. no credit points from the Professional Pathway Project units of study.

Core units

Candidates for the Master of Information Technology/Master of Information Technology Management must complete a minimum of 24 credit points from the listed Core units of study.
COMP5206
Information Technologies and Systems
6      Semester 1
Semester 2
INFO5990
Professional Practice in IT
6    A Students enrolled in INFO5990 are assumed to have previously completed a Bachelors degree in some area of IT, or have completed a Graduate Diploma in some area of IT, or have many years experience as a practising IT professional.


The main focus of the subject is to provide students with the necessary tools, basic skills, experience and adequate knowledge so they develop an awareness and an understanding of the responsibilities and issues associated with professional conduct and practice in the information technology sector.
Semester 1
Semester 2
INFO5992
Understanding IT Innovations
6    A INFO5990. Students are expected to be fluent in English and capable of participating in group discussions, and capable of producing an individually written paper of 5-9 pages (double spaced) of high quality and clarity. Although some work experience is ideal in adding value to the case discussions, allowing students to pull from their personal experiences, those students with no work experience will be expected to do appropriate research on the discussion topics in order to contribute.
N PMGT5875
Semester 1
Semester 2
INFO6007
Project Management in IT
6    A Students enrolled in INFO6007 are assumed to have previously completed a Bachelors degree in some area of IT, or have completed a Graduate Diploma in some area of IT, or have three years experience as a practising IT professional. Recent work experience, or recent postgraduate education, in software project management, software process improvement, or software quality assurance is an advantage.
N PMGT5871
Semester 1
Semester 2

Information Technology Specialist Units

Candidates for the Master of Information Technology/Master of Information Technology Management must complete a minimum of 24 credit points from the listed Information Technology Specialist units of study.
CISS6022
Cybersecurity
6      Semester 2
COMP5045
Computational Geometry
6    A Students are assumed to have a basic knowledge of the design and analysis of algorithms and data structures: you should be familiar with big-O notations and simple algorithmic techniques like sorting, binary search, and balanced search trees.
Semester 1
COMP5046
Statistical Natural Language Processing
6    A Knowledge of an OO programming language

Note: Department permission required for enrolment

Semester 1
COMP5047
Pervasive Computing
6    A Background in programming and operating systems that is sufficient for the student to independently learn new programming tools from standard online technical materials. Ability to conduct a literature search. Ability to write reports of work done.

Note: Department permission required for enrolment

Semester 2
COMP5048
Visual Analytics
6    A It is assumed that students will have basic knowledge of data structures, algorithms and programming skills.
Semester 2
COMP5216
Mobile Computing
6    A COMP5214 Software Development in JAVA, or similar introductory software development units.
Semester 2
COMP5313
Large Scale Networks
6    A Algorithmic skills (as expected from any IT graduate). Basic probability knowledge.

Note: Department permission required for enrolment

Semester 1
COMP5318
Knowledge Discovery and Data Mining
6    A INFO9120 OR COMP5138
Semester 1
COMP5338
Advanced Data Models
6    A This unit of study assumes foundational knowledge of relational database systems as taught in COMP5138/ INFO9120 (Database Management Systems) or INFO2120/2820 (Database Systems 1).
Semester 2
COMP5347
Web Application Development
6    A INFO9220 or COMP5028. The course assumes basic knowledge on OO design and UML diagrams.
Semester 1
COMP5348
Enterprise Scale Software Architecture
6    A Programming competence in Java or similar OO language. Capacity to master novel technologies (especially to program against novel APIs) using manuals, tutorial examples, etc.
Semester 1
COMP5349
Cloud Computing
6    A Good programming skills, especially in Java for the practical assignment, as well as proficiency in databases and SQL. The unit is expected to be taken after introductory courses in related units such as COMP5214 OR INFO9103 Software Development in JAVA
Semester 1
COMP5415
Multimedia Design and Authoring
6    A COMP5114 or COMP9419.
Semester 2
COMP5416
Advanced Network Technologies
6    A ELEC3506 OR ELEC9506 OR ELEC5740 OR COMP5116
Semester 2
COMP5424
Information Technology in Biomedicine
6      Semester 1
COMP5425
Multimedia Retrieval
6    A COMP9007 or COMP5211. Basic Programming skills and data structure knowledge.
Semester 1
COMP5426
Parallel and Distributed Computing
6    A COMP5116
Semester 1
COMP5427
Usability Engineering
6      Semester 2
COMP5456
Introduction to Bioinformatics

This unit of study is not available in 2016

6    A Some experience with basic programming (coding) in Java, C, C++ or Perl; Some proven ability in mathematical or information sciences (as evinced in the prerequisites); Some knowledge of molecular biology either through first year BIOL papers or MBLG1001.
N COMP3456
Summer Main
ELEC5507
Error Control Coding
6    A Fundamental mathematics including probability theory and linear algebra. Basic knowledge on digital communications. Basic MATLAB programming skills is desired.
Semester 1
ELEC5508
Wireless Engineering
6    A Basic knowledge in probability and statistics, analog and digital communications, error probability calculation in communications channels, and telecommunications network.
Semester 2
ELEC5509
Mobile Networks
6    A Basically, students need to know the concepts of data communications and mobile communications, which could be gained in one the following units of study: ELEC3505 Communications, ELEC3506 Data Communications and the Internet, or similar units. If you are not sure, please contact the instructor.
Semester 1
ELEC5510
Satellite Communication Systems
6    A Knowledge of error probabilities, analog and digital modulation techniques and error performance evaluation studied in ELEC3505 Communications and ELEC4505 Digital Communication Systems, is assumed.
Semester 2
ELEC5511
Optical Communication Systems
6    A (ELEC3405 OR ELEC9405) AND (ELEC3505 OR ELEC9505). Basic knowledge of communications, electronics and photonics


-
Semester 1
ELEC5512
Optical Networks
6    A Knowledge of digital communications, wave propagation, and fundamental optics
Semester 2
ELEC5614
Real Time Computing
6    A SOFT2130 Software Construction (or SOFT2004 Software Development Methods 1) and ELEC3607 Embedded Computing (or ELEC2601 Microprocessor Systems)
N MECH5701
Semester 1
ELEC5616
Computer and Network Security
6    A A programming language, basic maths.
Semester 1
ELEC5618
Software Quality Engineering
6    A You are capable of writing programs with multiple functions or methods in multiple files. You are capable of design complex data structures and combine them in non trivial algorithms. You know how to use an integrated development environment. You are familiar and have worked previously with software version control systems. You know how to distribute the workload derived from the unit of study effectively throughout the week and make sure that time is truly productive.
Semester 1
ELEC5619
Object Oriented Application Frameworks
6    A Java programming, and some web development experience are essential. Databases strongly recommended
Semester 2
ELEC5620
Model Based Software Engineering
6    A A programming language, basic maths.

Note: Department permission required for enrolment

Semester 2
ELEC5622
Signals, Software and Health
6   
Note: Department permission required for enrolment

Semester 2
IDEA9106
Design Thinking
6      Semester 1
Semester 2
Summer Late
INFO5010
IT Advanced Topic A
6   
Note: Department permission required for enrolment

Semester 1
Semester 2
INFO5011
IT Advanced Topic B
6   
Note: Department permission required for enrolment

Semester 1
Semester 2
INFO5060
Data Analytics and Business Intelligence
6    A The unit is expected to be taken after introductory courses or related units such as COMP5206 Information Technologies and Systems
Summer Early
INFO5301
Information Security Management
6    A This unit of study assumes foundational knowledge of Information systems management. Two year IT industry exposure and a breadth of IT experience will be preferable.
Semester 1
INFO5306
Enterprise Healthcare Info Systems
6    A The unit is expected to be taken after introductory courses in related units such as COMP5206 - Introduction to IS (or COMP5138 Relational DBMS).
Semester 2
INFO6010
Advanced Topics in IT Project Management
6    A Students are assumed to understand the role of IT projects.
P INFO6007, OR 3-5 years working experience in IT Project Management
Semester 2
ISYS5050
Knowledge Management Systems
6    A An undergraduate degree in Computer Science or Information Systems. Good grasp of database technologies and the role of information systems in organisations.
Semester 1
PUBH5010
Epidemiology Methods and Uses
6    N BSTA5011,CEPI5100
Semester 1
STAT5003
Computational Statistical Methods
6    P STAT5002

Note: Department permission required for enrolment

Semester 2

Information Technology Management Specialist units

Candidates for the Master of Information Technology/Master of Information Technology Management must complete a minimum of 24 credit points from the listed Information Technology Management Specialist units of study.
INFO5060
Data Analytics and Business Intelligence
6    A The unit is expected to be taken after introductory courses or related units such as COMP5206 Information Technologies and Systems
Summer Early
INFO5301
Information Security Management
6    A This unit of study assumes foundational knowledge of Information systems management. Two year IT industry exposure and a breadth of IT experience will be preferable.
Semester 1
INFO5991
Services Science Management and Eng
6    A INFO5990. Students are expected to have a degree in computer science, engineering, information technology, information systems or business.

Note: Department permission required for enrolment

Semester 1
Semester 2
INFO6010
Advanced Topics in IT Project Management
6    A Students are assumed to understand the role of IT projects.
P INFO6007, OR 3-5 years working experience in IT Project Management
Semester 2
INFO6012
Information Technology Strategy and Value
6    A COMP5206. Introduction to Information Systems

Note: Department permission required for enrolment

Semester 1
Semester 2
ISYS5050
Knowledge Management Systems
6    A An undergraduate degree in Computer Science or Information Systems. Good grasp of database technologies and the role of information systems in organisations.
Semester 1
ISYS5070
Change Management in IT

This unit of study is not available in 2016

6    A INFO6007 and COMP5206
Winter Main

Foundation units

Candidates must complete a maximum of 12 credit points from the listed Foundation units.
COMP9007
Algorithms
6    A This unit of study assumes that students have general knowledge of mathematics (especially Discrete Math) and problem solving. Having moderate knowledge about Data structure can also help students to better understand the concepts of Algorithms will be taught in this course.
N COMP5211
Semester 1
Semester 2
COMP9103
Software Development in Java
6    N COMP5214
Semester 1
Semester 2
COMP9110
System Analysis and Modelling
6    A Experience with a data model as in COMP9129 or COMP9103 or INFO9220 or INFO9120 or COMP5212 or COMP5214 or COMP5028 or COMP5138
N : ELEC3610 OR ELEC5743 OR INFO2110 OR INFO5001
Semester 1
Semester 2
COMP9120
Database Management Systems
6    A Some exposure to programming and some familiarity with data model concepts
N INFO2120 OR INFO2820 OR INFO2005 OR INFO2905 OR COMP5138. Students who have previously studied an introductory database subject as part of their undergraduate degree should not enrol in this foundational unit, as it covers the same foundational content.
Semester 1
Semester 2
COMP9121
Design of Networks and Distributed Systems
6    N COMP5116
Semester 2
COMP9220
Object-Oriented Design
6    A Students enrolled in COMP5028/INFO9220 are assumed to have elementary Java programming experience or equivalent experience in another object oriented programming language. This unit does not have assessment with heavy coding task. But some knowledge in object-oriented programming would have big impact on learning experience.
N : COMP5028 OR INFO3220
Semester 1
COMP9419
Digital Media Fundamentals
6    N COMP5114
Semester 1
COMP9601
Computer and Network Organization
6    N COMP5213
Semester 1
INFO9003
IT for Health Professionals
6    N INFO5003

Note: Department permission required for enrolment

Semester 2
INFO9117
Intro to Software Engineering Practice
6    A Skill as an individual programmer (as expected from any IT graduate, who could be admitted to GCertIT, GDipIT or MIT degree)
Semester 1
Semester 2
PUBH5018
Introductory Biostatistics
6      Semester 1
STAT5002
Introduction to Statistics
6    A HSC Mathematics
Semester 1

Elective Units

Candidates may complete a maximum of 12 credit points from the listed Elective units.
COMP5705
Information Technology Short Project
6    N COMP5702, COMP5703, COMP5704

Note: Department permission required for enrolment

Semester 1
Semester 2
Summer Main
COMP5706
IT Industry Placement Project
6    N COMP5703, COMP5702, COMP5704

Note: Department permission required for enrolment

Semester 1
Semester 2
INFS6012
Enterprise Systems Management
6   

This is a defined elective unit of study in both the Master of Professional Accounting and the Master of Commerce programs.
Semester 1
INFS6015
Business Process Management
6      Semester 2
INFS6016
Technology Enabled Business Innovation
6    A INFS6004
Semester 2
INFS6018
Managing Business Intelligence
6    A Understanding the major functions of a business and how those business functions interact internally and externally so the company can be competitive in a changing market. How information systems can be used and managed in a business. How to critically analyse a business and determine its options for transformation. Experience as a member of a project team is desirable.
Semester 1

Professional Pathway units

24 credits of Core, Specialist or Foundation units must be completed before enrolling in any Project units of study.
The minimum requirement for the Professional Pathway is 12 credit points of Information Technology Capstone Project units. Candidates can complete either COMP5770 and COMP5708 (6 & 6 credit points over two semesters) or COMP5703 (12 credit points in one semester).
COMP5703
Information Technology Project
12    P A candidate for the MIT, MITM or MIT / MITM who has completed 24 credit points from Core, Specialist or Foundation units of study may take this unit.
N : COMP5702 OR COMP5704 OR COMP5707 OR COMP5708

Note: Department permission required for enrolment

Semester 1
Semester 2
COMP5707
Information Technology Capstone A
6    N COMP5702 OR COMP5704 OR COMP5703. Eligible students of the IT Capstone Project may choose either COMP5703 or COMP5707/COMP5708.

Note: Department permission required for enrolment
A candidate for the MIT, MITM or MIT / MITM who has completed 24 credit points from Core, Specialist or Foundation units of study may take this unit. Eligible students for the IT Capstone project will be required to complete both COMP5707 (6 CPS) and COMP5708 (6 CPS), totaling 12 CPS.
Semester 1
Semester 2
COMP5708
Information Technology Capstone B
6    C COMP5707
N COMP5702 OR COMP5704 OR COMP5703. Eligible students of the IT Capstone Project may choose either COMP5703 or COMP5707/COMP5708.

Note: Department permission required for enrolment
A candidate for the MIT, MITM or MIT / MITM who has completed 24 credit points from Core, Specialist or Foundation units of study may take this unit. Eligible students for the IT Capstone project will be required to complete both COMP5707 (6 CPS) and COMP5708 (6 CPS), totaling 12 CPS.
Semester 1
Semester 2

Research Pathway units

Candidates in the Research Pathway must take all 24 credit points of the Research Pathway units of study in the table below.
COMP5702
IT Research Project A
12    A Students should take INFO5993 - Research Methods in IT either concurrently or prior to undertaking this project unit.
N : COMP5707 OR COMP5708 OR COMP5703.

Note: Department permission required for enrolment
A candidate for the MIT, MITM or MIT / MITM who has completed 24 credit points from Core, Specialist or Foundation units of study may take this unit. Eligible students for the IT Capstone project will be required to complete both COMP5707 (6 CPS) and COMP5708 (6 CPS), totaling 12 CPS.
Semester 1
Semester 2
COMP5704
IT Research Project B
6    A Students should take INFO5993 - Research Methods in IT either concurrently or prior to undertaking this project unit.
P A candidate for the MIT, MITM or MIT / MITM who has completed 24 credit points from Core, Specialist or Foundation units of study with at least Distinction average marks may take this unit.
N : COMP5707 OR COMP5708 OR COMP5703. Students enrolling (and eligible) for the IT Research Project are not eligible to enrol in the IT Capstone Project Units.

Note: Department permission required for enrolment
A candidate for the MIT, MITM or MIT / MITM who has completed 24 credit points from Core, Specialist or Foundation units of study may take this unit. Eligible students for the IT Capstone project will be required to complete both COMP5707 (6 CPS) and COMP5708 (6 CPS), totaling 12 CPS.
Semester 1
Semester 2
INFO5993
IT Research Methods
6      Semester 1
Semester 2

Majors for the Master of Information Technology/Master of Information Technology Management

The completion of a major is an optional requirement of this degree. The award of a major requires the completion of 18 credit points of Information Technology Specialist units listed under the relevant major.

Biomedical and Health Informatics

COMP5046
Statistical Natural Language Processing
6    A Knowledge of an OO programming language

Note: Department permission required for enrolment

Semester 1
COMP5206
Information Technologies and Systems
6      Semester 1
Semester 2
COMP5216
Mobile Computing
6    A COMP5214 Software Development in JAVA, or similar introductory software development units.
Semester 2
COMP5424
Information Technology in Biomedicine
6      Semester 1
COMP5427
Usability Engineering
6      Semester 2
COMP5456
Introduction to Bioinformatics

This unit of study is not available in 2016

6    A Some experience with basic programming (coding) in Java, C, C++ or Perl; Some proven ability in mathematical or information sciences (as evinced in the prerequisites); Some knowledge of molecular biology either through first year BIOL papers or MBLG1001.
N COMP3456
Summer Main
HSBH5003
e-Health for Health Professionals
6      Semester 1
PUBH5010
Epidemiology Methods and Uses
6    N BSTA5011,CEPI5100
Semester 1

Data Management and Analytics

COMP5046
Statistical Natural Language Processing
6    A Knowledge of an OO programming language

Note: Department permission required for enrolment

Semester 1
COMP5048
Visual Analytics
6    A It is assumed that students will have basic knowledge of data structures, algorithms and programming skills.
Semester 2
COMP5318
Knowledge Discovery and Data Mining
6    A INFO9120 OR COMP5138
Semester 1
COMP5338
Advanced Data Models
6    A This unit of study assumes foundational knowledge of relational database systems as taught in COMP5138/ INFO9120 (Database Management Systems) or INFO2120/2820 (Database Systems 1).
Semester 2
COMP5349
Cloud Computing
6    A Good programming skills, especially in Java for the practical assignment, as well as proficiency in databases and SQL. The unit is expected to be taken after introductory courses in related units such as COMP5214 OR INFO9103 Software Development in JAVA
Semester 1
COMP5425
Multimedia Retrieval
6    A COMP9007 or COMP5211. Basic Programming skills and data structure knowledge.
Semester 1
INFO5060
Data Analytics and Business Intelligence
6    A The unit is expected to be taken after introductory courses or related units such as COMP5206 Information Technologies and Systems
Summer Early
ISYS5050
Knowledge Management Systems
6    A An undergraduate degree in Computer Science or Information Systems. Good grasp of database technologies and the role of information systems in organisations.
Semester 1
STAT5003
Computational Statistical Methods
6    P STAT5002

Note: Department permission required for enrolment

Semester 2

Digital Media Technology

CISS6022
Cybersecurity
6      Semester 2
COMP5045
Computational Geometry
6    A Students are assumed to have a basic knowledge of the design and analysis of algorithms and data structures: you should be familiar with big-O notations and simple algorithmic techniques like sorting, binary search, and balanced search trees.
Semester 1
COMP5046
Statistical Natural Language Processing
6    A Knowledge of an OO programming language

Note: Department permission required for enrolment

Semester 1
COMP5047
Pervasive Computing
6    A Background in programming and operating systems that is sufficient for the student to independently learn new programming tools from standard online technical materials. Ability to conduct a literature search. Ability to write reports of work done.

Note: Department permission required for enrolment

Semester 2
COMP5048
Visual Analytics
6    A It is assumed that students will have basic knowledge of data structures, algorithms and programming skills.
Semester 2
COMP5216
Mobile Computing
6    A COMP5214 Software Development in JAVA, or similar introductory software development units.
Semester 2
COMP5347
Web Application Development
6    A INFO9220 or COMP5028. The course assumes basic knowledge on OO design and UML diagrams.
Semester 1
COMP5415
Multimedia Design and Authoring
6    A COMP5114 or COMP9419.
Semester 2
COMP5425
Multimedia Retrieval
6    A COMP9007 or COMP5211. Basic Programming skills and data structure knowledge.
Semester 1
COMP5427
Usability Engineering
6      Semester 2
IDEA9106
Design Thinking
6      Semester 1
Semester 2
Summer Late

Networks and Distributed Systems

CISS6022
Cybersecurity
6      Semester 2
COMP5047
Pervasive Computing
6    A Background in programming and operating systems that is sufficient for the student to independently learn new programming tools from standard online technical materials. Ability to conduct a literature search. Ability to write reports of work done.

Note: Department permission required for enrolment

Semester 2
COMP5216
Mobile Computing
6    A COMP5214 Software Development in JAVA, or similar introductory software development units.
Semester 2
COMP5313
Large Scale Networks
6    A Algorithmic skills (as expected from any IT graduate). Basic probability knowledge.

Note: Department permission required for enrolment

Semester 1
COMP5349
Cloud Computing
6    A Good programming skills, especially in Java for the practical assignment, as well as proficiency in databases and SQL. The unit is expected to be taken after introductory courses in related units such as COMP5214 OR INFO9103 Software Development in JAVA
Semester 1
COMP5416
Advanced Network Technologies
6    A ELEC3506 OR ELEC9506 OR ELEC5740 OR COMP5116
Semester 2
COMP5426
Parallel and Distributed Computing
6    A COMP5116
Semester 1
ELEC5509
Mobile Networks
6    A Basically, students need to know the concepts of data communications and mobile communications, which could be gained in one the following units of study: ELEC3505 Communications, ELEC3506 Data Communications and the Internet, or similar units. If you are not sure, please contact the instructor.
Semester 1
ELEC5616
Computer and Network Security
6    A A programming language, basic maths.
Semester 1

Software Engineering

CISS6022
Cybersecurity
6      Semester 2
COMP5216
Mobile Computing
6    A COMP5214 Software Development in JAVA, or similar introductory software development units.
Semester 2
COMP5347
Web Application Development
6    A INFO9220 or COMP5028. The course assumes basic knowledge on OO design and UML diagrams.
Semester 1
COMP5348
Enterprise Scale Software Architecture
6    A Programming competence in Java or similar OO language. Capacity to master novel technologies (especially to program against novel APIs) using manuals, tutorial examples, etc.
Semester 1
COMP5349
Cloud Computing
6    A Good programming skills, especially in Java for the practical assignment, as well as proficiency in databases and SQL. The unit is expected to be taken after introductory courses in related units such as COMP5214 OR INFO9103 Software Development in JAVA
Semester 1
COMP5427
Usability Engineering
6      Semester 2
ELEC5616
Computer and Network Security
6    A A programming language, basic maths.
Semester 1
ELEC5618
Software Quality Engineering
6    A You are capable of writing programs with multiple functions or methods in multiple files. You are capable of design complex data structures and combine them in non trivial algorithms. You know how to use an integrated development environment. You are familiar and have worked previously with software version control systems. You know how to distribute the workload derived from the unit of study effectively throughout the week and make sure that time is truly productive.
Semester 1
ELEC5619
Object Oriented Application Frameworks
6    A Java programming, and some web development experience are essential. Databases strongly recommended
Semester 2
ELEC5620
Model Based Software Engineering
6    A A programming language, basic maths.

Note: Department permission required for enrolment

Semester 2
ELEC5622
Signals, Software and Health
6   
Note: Department permission required for enrolment

Semester 2

Telecommunications Engineering

COMP5416
Advanced Network Technologies
6    A ELEC3506 OR ELEC9506 OR ELEC5740 OR COMP5116
Semester 2
ELEC5507
Error Control Coding
6    A Fundamental mathematics including probability theory and linear algebra. Basic knowledge on digital communications. Basic MATLAB programming skills is desired.
Semester 1
ELEC5508
Wireless Engineering
6    A Basic knowledge in probability and statistics, analog and digital communications, error probability calculation in communications channels, and telecommunications network.
Semester 2
ELEC5509
Mobile Networks
6    A Basically, students need to know the concepts of data communications and mobile communications, which could be gained in one the following units of study: ELEC3505 Communications, ELEC3506 Data Communications and the Internet, or similar units. If you are not sure, please contact the instructor.
Semester 1
ELEC5510
Satellite Communication Systems
6    A Knowledge of error probabilities, analog and digital modulation techniques and error performance evaluation studied in ELEC3505 Communications and ELEC4505 Digital Communication Systems, is assumed.
Semester 2
ELEC5511
Optical Communication Systems
6    A (ELEC3405 OR ELEC9405) AND (ELEC3505 OR ELEC9505). Basic knowledge of communications, electronics and photonics


-
Semester 1
ELEC5512
Optical Networks
6    A Knowledge of digital communications, wave propagation, and fundamental optics
Semester 2

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