Master of Mobile and Pervasive Computing
Course code/s: SMMPCC - Melbourne
This course will not be available to commencing students from 2011.
The principal objective of the Master of Mobile and Pervasive Computing program is to train ICT professionals in the rapidly growing field of mobile and telecommunications technology and to produce specialists with the skills and practical experience to satisfy the huge demand expected in this area over the next 20 years. It is envisaged that this program will provide graduates with ample employment opportunities in the ICT industry, particularly in those areas concerned with mobile computing and telecommunications. The duration of the course is two years full-time or the equivalent of part-time study.
Upon completion of this course students should possess:
- strong skills in the area of computer Science and Computer Networks;
- a detailed knowledge of design and implementation of Mobile and Pervasive networks;
- research skills gained from independent research project in the area of Mobile and Pervasive Networks; and
- an understanding of Wireless communication Networks and Network Security.
Admission requirements
To be eligible for admission into the Master of Mobile and Pervasive Computing, prospective students must have completed a course equivalent to a three year (or longer) Australian undergraduate degree, majoring in computer science, electronic engineering or electrical engineering. Students must have completed subjects on Computer Programming using C++ or Java, Computer Networks and Database Systems.
Advanced standing
Advanced standing may be available for previous tertiary studies, for subjects completed equivalent to fourth year level or completion of a Postgraduate Diploma in Computer Science. Preclusion (exemption) may be available for previous graduate studies. Students applying for preclusion must provide details of the curriculum from course handbooks, together with a copy of their academic transcripts.
Professional recognition
Satisfactory completion of the course meets the professional level requirements for membership of the Australian Computer Society (ACS).
Course structure
The duration of the course is two years full-time or the equivalent part-time and requires the completion of 240 credit points. Students are required to enrol in one of the following two course options:
Option 1 with major coursework thesis. In addition to CSE5THB) in the area of Mobile and Pervasive Computing, worth 90 credit points. In the full-time course, eight subjects are studied during the first year, the remainder being undertaken in conjunction with the completion of the major coursework thesis during the second year. The thesis is expected to take eight to nine months of work. The thesis topic must be in the area of Mobile and Pervasive computing. For approval to enrol in the thesis, students must achieve 65% average in the first year of the Masters by Coursework program (eight subjects). A pass in both the coursework subjects and the coursework thesis is required for the degree.
Option 2 with a minor coursework thesis. In addition to CSE4THB) in the area of Mobile and Pervasive Computing, worth 60 credit points. In the full-time course, eight subjects are studied during the first year, the remainder being undertaken in conjunction with the completion of the minor coursework thesis during the second year. The minor coursework thesis will be taken over two semesters. The thesis topic must be in the area of Mobile and Pervasive computing. For approval to enrol in this thesis students must achieve a minimum of 60% average in the first year of the Masters by Coursework program (eight subjects). A pass in both the coursework subjects and the minor coursework thesis is required to qualify for the degree.
Note: Students with an average grade less than 60% in the first year of the program do not qualify for a major coursework thesis or a minor coursework thesis and will not be able to continue their enrolment in the Master of Information Systems. A transfer to a Master of Information Technology or Postgraduate Diploma in Computer Science will occur.
Students are permitted to enrol in subjects of their choice if the prerequisite requirements are met. Students undertake a maximum of four level 1, 2 or 3 subjects and select the remainder from level 4 subjects. The subjects may be chosen from the list of level 4 subjects appearing under the course entry for Master of Information Technology; however, not all subjects will be available every year.
Core subject
| Teaching period | Subject name | Subject code | Credit points |
|---|---|---|---|
| TE-SEM-2 | Mobile and Pervasive Computing | CSE4MPC | 15 |
Level 1, 2 and 3 subjects (a maximum of four subjects may be chosen)
Most subjects have prerequisites.
| Teaching period | Subject name | Subject code | Credit points |
|---|---|---|---|
| TE-SEM-1 | Intermediate Network Engineering | CSE3INE | 15 |
| TE-SEM-1 | Internet Client Engineering | CSE2ICE | 15 |
| TE-SEM-2 | Networks Systems and Web Security | CSE3NSW | 15 |
| TE-SEM-2 | Operating Systems | CSE3OSS | 15 |
| TE-SEM-2 | System Design Engineering Fundamentals | CSE2DES | 15 |
| TE-SEM-2 | Web Applications Engineering | CSE3WAE | 15 |
(Other appropriate level 1, 2 or 3 subjects in Computer Science and Electronics can be selected, subject to approval by the course coordinator. Students wishing to select electronic engineering subjects must have completed second year mathematics subjects equivalent to MAT2LIN, MAT1AVC and MAT2APD).
Level 4 subjects
(A minimum of 60 credit points must be taken. Only one project subject of 30 credit points can be taken.)
| Teaching period | Subject name | Subject code | Credit points |
|---|---|---|---|
| TE-SEM-1 | Advanced Software Engineering Project A* | CSE4PRA* | 15 |
| TE-SEM-1 | Real-time and Fault-tolerant Systems | CSE4RFS | 15 |
| TE-SEM-2 | Pervasive Network Design | CSE4PND | 15 |
| TE-SEM-1 | Wireless Network Engineering | CSE4WNE | 15 |
| TE-SEM-2 | Advanced Software Engineering Project B | CSE4PRB | 15 |
| TE-SEM-1 | Communication Protocol Engineering | CSE4CPE | 15 |
| TE-SEM-1 | Broadband Digital Communications | ELE5BDC | 15 |
| TE-SEM-1 or TE-SEM-2 | Telecommunications Design | ELE5TDE | 30 |
* Students choosing CSE3SDM in their enrolment.
Note: The project must be on a topic in the area of Mobile and Pervasive Computing. Students are required to consult the subject lecturer at the start of the semester to determine a suitable topic.
Students may take out the award for the Postgraduate Diploma in Computer Science after completing the first year of the Masters course, if they decide not to proceed to the second year of the Masters course. However, this may not be possible if electronic engineering subjects have been taken in the first year of the course.
Please note: Some of these subjects may not be offered in the current year. For a full description of subjects, including the subject name, subject code, credit points, campus/location, teaching period and availability, subject coordinator, class requirements, assessment, prerequisites and readings, please click on the appropriate Subject Code or refer to the Subject/Unit Database at www.latrobe.edu.au/udb_public.