Female students only

Design of Computer Systems (IFB112) focuses on how modern computer systems work, how they are structured, and how they operate.

This unit is particularly useful if you're thinking about studying:

  • information technology
  • computer science
  • robotics
  • aerospace
  • electrical engineering
  • technology and business.

This unit is only available to female students as an affirmative action to increase female participation in STEM.

Overview

  • Using Raspberry Pi computers (given to you at orientation) you will build your own small computer system.
  • Your learning will be guided through exercises involving research and practical problem solving using different computer technologies.
  • You will work as a group and cover the whole unit assessment, receiving progressive feedback on your practical exercises, further investigation research and mini-projects.

Learning objectives

  • Understand different aspects of computer technology fundamentals.
  • Design, build and configure basic computer systems.
  • Develop confidence in asking your tutor questions and presenting your ideas in front of a class.
  • Develop critical thinking skills which are important for all university degrees.

Eligibility

  • Female students only.

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Inspired to study

“I completed the Design of Computer Systems unit over the summer of 2021 and made a portable raspberry pi photo booth. This was a fantastic experience to add to all my scholarship applications and showed my passion for STEM extends beyond high school and into real world applications. The support received during the entire program was deeply valued. Because of the fantastic experience I had, I was inspired to study at QUT."

- Olivia

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