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Unit of Study COMP1006 - Foundations of Computing (2026)

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Unit description

The unit introduces the IT industry and provides interactive exposure to personal computers, hardware, and operating systems. Students participate in hands-on activities and virtual lab-based learning to become familiar with various hardware and software components and discover best practices in maintenance and safety.

Unit content

Module 1: Computing Fundamentals and Technological Evolution

Module 2: Introduction to Computer Logic and Binary Systems

Module 3: Operating Systems: Concepts and Fundamentals

Module 4: Virtualisation Technologies

Module 5: Introduction to Cloud Computing and Architecture

Module 6: Cloud Services, Management and Governance

Availabilities

Location Domestic International
China - Guangxi UST N/A
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Gold Coast
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Melbourne
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Online
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Papua New Guinea - IBSU Port Moresby N/A
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Perth
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Sydney
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Learning outcomes

Unit Learning Outcomes express learning achievement in terms of what a student should know, understand and be able to do on completion of a unit. These outcomes are aligned with the graduate attributes. The unit learning outcomes and graduate attributes are also the basis of evaluating prior learning.

On completion of this unit, students should be able to:

describe the evolution of computing and apply basic computer logic and binary systems to solve fundamental problems in modern computing contexts

install, configure, and manage operating systems and virtual environments for modern computing systems

analyse and troubleshoot hardware, software, and operating systems issues in both physical and virtualised environments

explain the key concepts of cloud computing and demonstrate the skills of working with cloud services for effective management, security, and performance.

Prescribed learning resources

Prescribed Texts
  • No prescribed texts.
Prescribed Resources/Equipment

  • CISCO Portal. Student login will be provided. All activities and materials will be provided via MySCU site and this CISCO portal.

    Packet Tracer software - freely available via CISCO

Prescribed Learning Resources may change in future Teaching Periods.