Applied Computing Subject regulations

2027

Applied Computing at the University of Waikato gives you the practical technological skills to provide effective business solutions.

Applied Computing is available within the Bachelor of Applied Computing (BAppComp). The qualification regulations define the requirements for the Bachelor of Applied Computing.

Note on Assessment:

To be eligible to pass these papers, students should normally achieve a minimum grade of D in the internal assessment and the final examination, and an overall grade of C.

Applied Computing papers

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Code and paper title	Points
COMPX101 Introduction to Programming with AI Tools Introduces C# programming using Visual Studio. Students learn fundamental concepts alongside modern practices, including AI-assisted tools, and gain...	15	27A (Hamilton) & 27A (Online) & 27B (Hamilton) & 27B (Hamilton Waikato College) & 27B (Secondary School - Unistart) & 27X (Hainan University, Haikou China) & 27X (Hangzhou City University, Hangzhou China)
COMPX161 Introduction to the Web This paper introduces the creation of web content through the core technologies of the web. Students explore fundamental web design principles for...	15	27B (Hamilton) & 27I (Hangzhou City University, Hangzhou China) & 27X (Hangzhou City University, Hangzhou China)
ENGEN103 Engineering Computing This paper introduces computer programming in languages such as the MATLAB and Python. It provides the basis for the programming skills required in...	15	27A (Hamilton) & 27A (Tauranga) & 27G (Hamilton) & 27X (Hainan University, Haikou China)
MATHS135 Discrete Structures An introduction to a number of the structures of discrete mathematics with wide applicability in areas such as: computer logic, analysis of...	15	27B (Hamilton) & 27B (Tauranga) & 27X (Hainan University, Haikou China)

Code and paper title	Points
COMPX221 User Experience Design for Creative Industries An introduction to user experiences and user interfaces - where students develop skills and techniques for the design and development of interfaces...	15	27A (Hamilton)
COMPX222 Web Development This paper provides a broad overview of the principles and technologies used in Web Applications, with practical experience of client-side and...	15	27X (Hangzhou City University, Hangzhou China)
COMPX251 Applied Computing Tools 1 This paper enables students to widen their experience of computer software using an intensive laboratory programme. Students select from a variety of...	15	27A (Hamilton) & 27B (Hamilton) & 27H (Hamilton) & 27X (Hangzhou City University, Hangzhou China)
COMPX252 Applied Computing Tools 2 This paper provides an opportunity to explore several software applications in depth. It is based on an intensive laboratory programme, where...	15	27A (Hamilton) & 27B (Hamilton) & 27H (Hamilton)
CSMAX270 Cultural Perspectives for Computing and Mathematical Sciences This paper explores cultural and ethical perspectives in computing and mathematical sciences. Students examine how Māori and other Indigenous...	15	27B (Hamilton) & 27B (Tauranga)
DSIGN241 Aspects of Web Design This course enables students to identify user needs and emerging opportunities to shape next‑generation web content and interactive experiences...	15	27A (Hamilton) & 27X (Hangzhou City University, Hangzhou China)

Code and paper title	Points
COMPX310 Machine Learning This paper introduces Machine Learning (ML) which is the science of making predictions. ML algorithms strive to be fast and highly accurate, while...	15	27B (Hamilton) & 27X (Hainan University, Haikou China)
COMPX322 Advanced Web Development This paper covers a range of topics relating to the development of web applications. These include the latest developments in HTML, CSS and...	15	27A (Hamilton) & 27A (Tauranga) & 27X (Hangzhou City University, Hangzhou China)
COMPX323 Advanced Database Concepts This paper provides an introduction to the advanced features of database management systems. Students will learn to use and manipulate advanced...	15	27A (Hamilton)
COMPX324 User Experience Design An introduction to the field of user experience - where students develop skills and techniques for the design and evaluation of interfaces for...	15	27B (Hamilton) & 27B (Tauranga) & 27X (Hangzhou City University, Hangzhou China)
COMPX335 Emerging Technologies This paper centres on Emerging Technologies including Social Robotics and the Internet of Things. In this paper, students will learn human robot...	15	27A (Tauranga)
COMPX390 Directed Study A directed study involving the design, implementation and testing of the solution to a hardware and/or software engineering problem and production of...	15	27A (Hamilton) & 27A (Tauranga) & 27B (Hamilton) & 27B (Tauranga) & 27X (Hamilton) & 27X (Tauranga)

Code and paper title	Points
COMPX535 Advanced Emerging Technologies This paper centres on Emerging Technologies including Social Robotics and the Internet of Things. In this paper, students will learn human robot...	15	27A (Hamilton) & 27A (Tauranga)
COMPX585 Preparation for Research in Computer Science A paper about how to plan, conduct and report research in the field of computer science, in which students gain skills in and understanding of...	15	27B (Hamilton)

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Applied Computing Subject regulations

Applied Computing papers

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