Welcome to theFaculty of Information Technology

1. Welcome to the Faculty of Information Technology

2. Monash UniversityKing’s College Centre Monash UniversityPrato Centre Monash UniversityMalaysia Monash UniversityAustralia Monash UniversitySouth Africa The Global Monash

3. Outstanding scholar Commanded Australian forces in France in World War 1 and served in the Middle East Vice-Chancellor of the University of Melbourne from 1923 – 1931 Sir John Monash (1865 – 1931)

4. One of Australia’s most prestigious universities • Established in 1958, since 1990 it has expanded from one to eight campuses • Ten faculties: Art & Design, Arts, Business and Economics, Education, Engineering, Law, Medicine, Pharmacy, Science and IT • Monash is a member of the Group of Eight, Australia’s leading universities • We are the largest university in Australia with over 46,000 students and 7000 international students

5. One of the leading IT faculties in the world • The first Australian university to form a Faculty of IT • Approx 80% research and teaching academics qualified at Phd and Masters level • Recognition from The Australian Computer Society (ACS) for Monash Information Technology degrees • Quality facilities with over 1500 workstations networked across five teaching campuses • Swipe card access to labs across all domestic campuses and wireless access to the university network

6. Faculty of Information Technology • Degrees offered in every major area of Information Technology • Diverse range of electives to choose from • Postgraduate study • Research

7. Take time out to meet people, join a club and enjoy university events throughout the year. Plan the year, work hard and achieve your dream. Involve your parents/friends /advisors in the year. Consider Student Leadership Programs, Study Abroad and Exchange Do not hesitate to ask for help, we are here to assist you How to make the most of uni life

8. Student Workloads • The Monash IT Faculty guideline advises you to allow 12 hours a week for each unit • Typically a students load per unit is; • Lectures, 2 hours a week • Tutorials & Laboratories, 1 to 2 hours a week • Assignments, allow 3 hours a week • Private study time, another 2 to 3 hours a week • Revision, 2 to 3 hours a week minimum • Full-time load for one semester is: • 4 x 6 points = 24 points per semester • This means 48 hours per week!

9. Lectures Objectives: • To set the unit outline and introduce you to the unit (first lecture). • To provide information about the unit assessment (first lecture). • To explain difficult concepts. • To demonstrate application of concepts with worked examples and case studies.

10. Tutorials Objectives: • To reinforce concepts introduced in lectures. • To apply and practice knowledge gained. • To give students an opportunity to ask questions. • To prepare for assignments and exams. • To meet other students taking the unit. Note: • Tutorials do not start until Week 2 in most units. • Tutors are available for consultation. • Some computer labs are open after-hours.

11. Assessment • Assessment may include: tutorial performance, class tests, assignments and final exam. • The type of assessment used and the proportion of the final mark it represents varies for each unit. • Supplementary or additional assessment may be available under special circumstances.

12. Things you need to know about… • What are plagiarism, cheating and collusion, and their consequences? • What is Unsatisfactory Academic Progress? • What are the Principal Dates of the University? • What is Re enrolment? • What is summer semester ? • What is Special Consideration and how does it work? • Faculty policies ? And lots of other things…further information is available at http://www.infotech.monash.edu.au/resources/student/

13. Unsatisfactory Academic Progress As a student, your primary responsibility is to progress through your studies to a satisfactory standard. This does NOT mean that you have to pass every unit that you have enrolled in. In the Faculty of Information Technology, your progress is deemed unsatisfactory if you have: • Passed less than 50% of enrolled credit points over the academic year; or • Failed the same compulsory unit twice; or • Failed to comply with any terms or conditions imposed by an Academic Progress Committee of the Faculty. If you have not progressed to a satisfactory standard, then the Faculty MAY decide to exclude you. However, exclusion is NOT automatic. In many cases students are given opportunities to continue their studies and are provided with support. It is highly recommended that students familiarise themselves with Unsatisfactory Academic Progress and the Faculty's Early Warning strategies for identifying students at risk. Further information is available at the following url: http://www.infotech.monash.edu.au/resources/student/academic- progress.html

14. Student Rights and Responsibilities Rights and Responsibilities • Students and staff at Monash University have a number of rights, including the right to be treated with respect. • Students’ rights also include the right to quality learning opportunities, the right to access your teachers and the right to feedback on your work. Responsibilities • “Codes of Practice for Teaching and Learning” sets out the responsibilities of students and staff. • Staff responsibilities include treating students with respect and equitably, providing quality learning opportunities, being available for student consultation, and to provide timely and constructive feedback. Your responsibilities as a student include (amongst others): • To apply yourself to your studies to the best of your abilities. • To attend lectures, tutes, and pracs. • To hand in assignments and prac work on time. • To inform us about any problems that may affect your performance. • To take responsibility for your learning and be an independent learner. • To submit original work for assessment without plagiarising or cheating.

15. Grievances If you think a member of the University has transgressed your rights you should seek advice and assistance. The University’s grievance procedure is located at: http://www.adm.monash.edu.au/execserv/student-grievances/index.html University Student Ombudsman The University Student Ombudsman (USO) will review grievances which have not been resolved by the school or faculty. Information about the USO is located at: http://www.ombudsman.monash.edu.au/ Student Equity If you believe that you have been discriminated against, vilified, bullied or if you have been the victim of sexual harassment, you should contact the Student Equity Unit: http://adm.monash.edu.au/sss/equity-diversity/student-equity/index.html. You should also get advice and assistance from the Student Union or counselling services. Grievance Process

16. Need More Help? • Faculty Web site: http://www.infotech.monash.edu.au/ • School Office Phone: 9903 2535 and 9903 1004Office Hours: Monday to Friday: 8.45am - 5pm • Postgraduate Course Directors • MBIS Dr Kerry Tanner 99032626 Kerry.Tanner@monash.edu Dr Steve Wright 99032994 Steve.Wright@monash.edu • MIT/MAIT Dr Chris Ling 99032808 Chris.Ling@monash.edu Dr Judy Sheard 99032701 Judy.Sheard@monash.edu

17. MBIS MIT/MAIT Dr Kerry Tanner Course Director Dr Steve Wright Deputy Course Director Dr Chris Ling Course Director Dr Judy Sheard Deputy Course Director

18. For more information….. • Ask Monash: https://my.monash.edu.au/askmonash/ • Lecturers: http://www.infotech.monash.edu.au/about/staff/ • IT Help Desk: http://www.infotech.monash.edu.au/itsupport/

19. Enjoy, and good luck with your studies.