Inherent Requirements for Computer Science and Data Science degrees

Level

Inherent requirement statements

1

ICT is a profession governed by professional standards defined by the Australian Computer Society. Students must be able to demonstrate their ability to meet these standards.

2

Student demonstrates knowledge of, engages in, and understands the requirements of ethical behaviour.

3

Justification of inherent requirement:

• Compliance with the codes, guidelines and policies facilitates safe, competent interactions and relationships for students and/or the people they engage with. This ensures the physical, psychological, emotional and spiritual wellbeing of the individual is not placed at risk

4

Adjustments must not compromise codes of conduct or result in unethical behaviour. Adjustments specific to the individual can be discussed with an Access and Disability Advisor.

5

Exemplars:

• Engage with the computing and information technology industry in a professional manner.
• Demonstrate ability to reflect on ethical dilemmas and issues arising from the use of data and technology and take responsibility for ensuring awareness of ethical behaviour.

Level

Inherent requirement statements

1

Behavioural stability is required to function and adapt effectively and sensitively in a demanding professional role

2

Student demonstrates the behavioural stability and resilience required to work constructively in a diverse and changing academic, professional, and placement environment.

3

Justification of inherent requirement:

• Behavioural stability is required to work individually and in teams in changing, challenging and unpredictable environments. ITC students will be required to have the necessary behavioural and intellectual stability to manage their academic responsibilities.

4

Adjustments must support effective and professional behaviour in academic, professional, and placement settings. Adjustments specific to the individual can be discussed an Access and Disability Advisor.

5

Exemplars:

• Coping with own emotions and behaviour effectively when dealing with individuals in academic and placement settings.
• Ability to engage with peers and staff appropriately in classroom and group work settings

Level

Inherent requirement statements

1

Information technology and the use of data is governed by related legislation, rules and codes of conduct to enable the professional delivery of services.

2

Student demonstrates knowledge and compliance with Australian laws, codes of conduct and professional regulations relevant to the use of technology and data.

3

Justification of inherent requirement:

• Knowledge, understanding and compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements are necessary to meet professional accreditation criteria
• Compliance with professional regulations facilitates professional and responsible ICT practice

4

Adjustments must be consistent with legislation, rules, codes of practice and regulatory requirements. Adjustments specific to the individual can be discussed with an Access and Disability Advisor.

5

Exemplars:

• Understanding and applying privacy requirements with respect to the use of technology.
• Displaying a knowledge of the diverse legislative requirements across a range of industries with respect to the use of information technology and data.

Level

Inherent requirement statements

1

Effective and efficient verbal communication, in English, is an essential requirement to presentation skills.

2

Student demonstrates

• The ability to understand and make oral submissions accurately, appropriately and in a timely manner in practical skills settings.

3

Justification of inherent requirement:

• ICT requires significant interpersonal skills in order to appropriately engage with clients with accurate and understandable advice. Practitioners need to be able to communicate verbally with clients in an accurate, appropriate and timely manner.

4

Adjustments for impaired verbal communication must address effectiveness, timeliness, clarity and accuracy issues. Adjustments specific to the individual can be discussed with an Access and Disability Advisor.

5

Exemplars:

• Making and responding to verbal submissions in academic, professional, and placement settings including presentation of information/advice to individuals and groups

Level

Inherent requirement statements

1

Effective written communication in English is a fundamental to ICT practice.

2

Student demonstrates ability to write coherently in English and understand written English.

3

Justification of inherent requirement:

• Receiving and accurately documenting instructions, and the construction of written text-based assessment tasks to reflect the required academic standards, are necessary to convey knowledge and understanding of relevant subject matter, procedures and professional practice.
• Accurate written communication, including e-mail, letter writing, record-keeping and reporting

4

Adjustments must meet necessary standards of clarity, accuracy and accessibility to ensure effective recording and transmission of information in academic and placement settings. Adjustments specific to the individual can be discussed with an Access and Disability Advisor.

5

Exemplars:

• Constructing academic works including essays, problem questions, quizzes, and reflections to appropriate academic standards
• Constructing IT based solutions which reflect user needs and requirement to relevant professional standards

Level

Inherent requirement statements

1

Competent and accurate numeracy skills are essential for data analysis and the development of appropriate IT solutions to client requirements.

2

Student interprets and correctly applies data, measurements and numerical criteria.

3

Justification of inherent requirement:

• Competent application of numeracy skills is essential in all areas of accounting practice to ensure the quality advice and assistance to clients

4

Adjustments must demonstrate a capacity to appropriately interpret and apply concepts and processes in a timely, accurate and effective manner. Adjustments specific to the individual can be discussed with an Access and Disability Advisor.

5

Exemplars:

• Demonstrating an understanding to complex commercial investments that involve numeracy skills.
• Collecting and analysing data relevant to the development of IT solutions for clients.

Level

Inherent requirement statements

1

ICT practice requires both physical and mental performance at a consistent and sustained level.

2

Student demonstrates:

• Consistent and sustained level of physical energy to complete a specific task in a timely manner and over time
• The ability to perform repetitive activities with a level of concentration that ensures a capacity to focus on the activity until it is completed appropriately
• The capacity to maintain consistency and quality of performance throughout the designated period of time

3

Justification of inherent requirement:

• Sufficient physical and mental endurance is an essential requirement needed to perform multiple tasks in an assigned period

4

Adjustments must ensure that performance is consistent and sustained over a given period. Adjustments specific to the individual can be discussed with an Access and Disability Advisor.

5

Exemplars:

• Participating in tutorials, lectures, exams and research.
• Capacity to complete professional placements.