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Unit of Study COMP3003 - Information Technology Industry Practice (2026)

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Unit description

This double-weighted placement-based unit provides final-year Bachelor of IT students with practical industry experience. Students apply technical skills, engage in teamwork, and address ethical challenges in real-world complex computing projects. The unit emphasises problem-solving, professional communication, ethics, and reflective practice, preparing students for their roles as ICT professionals. Students will spend approximately 300 hours across two terms in this unit, including placement, class sessions, and assessments.

Unit content

Module 1:  Industry Placement Orientation and Professional Networking.

Module 2:  Project Readiness and Problem-Solving Strategies

Module 3:  Industry Logbook Preparation

Module 4:  Teamwork, Conflict Handling, and Collaboration

Module 5:  User-defined and Industry Engagement

Module 6:  Reflective Practice, Lifelong Learning, and Network Building

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Not currently available in 2026

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:

apply technical and problem-solving skills to address real-world complex computing challenges in ICT, demonstrating innovation and effective resolution strategies

demonstrate professionalism and ethics by adhering to industry standards and making responsible decisions in areas like data privacy and AI ethics

communicate and collaborate effectively, delivering clear technical insights and contributing to both individual and team-based projects

reflect on professional growth to stay updated on industry trends and continuously develop skills.