Computer And Network Technology Education At Maximum Value And Minimum Cost

Rapid advances in technology place considerable demands on computer and network curriculum. A market analysis clearly demonstrated that the standard approach to teaching computer and network technology failed to meet the expectations of both students and employers. A subsequent, preliminary international market analysis endorsed this finding. Accordingly a new curriculum was designed, implemented and evaluated at Edith Cowan University. The student demand for this curriculum has always exceeded possible places and student attrition rate has been consistently very low. An independent review of one unit found: 80% would recommend this unit; 75% found the practical sessions useful; 70% found the unit relevant to their needs and 55% think this should be a compulsory unit. Significantly, this curriculum attracts students from a wider range of disciplines (Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Business IT, Multimedia etc) and also students from other universities within the state.