Applied Computing
Applied Computing at the University of Waikato gives you the practical technological skills to provide effective business solutions.
Applied Computing at Waikato emphasises hands-on opportunities to gain competence with a range of technologies including databases, website development tools, and visual software development environments. You will learn to use these tools to solve real problems, focusing on business applications.
Since computing is a fast-changing field, you will also develop skills to keep up to date with new technologies, including skills in new software – by building on what you know about how software-based systems work.
Applied Computing is where computing, science, design, and society meet. You will learn how technologies are integrated to build systems, how to find out what your customers' software needs are, and how to design useful and usable software.
Key information
| Study Location: | Hamilton |
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Career opportunities
- Database Administration
- IT Consultant
- Software Tester
- Web Application Developer
- Software Companies
- Web Development Firms
Papers
Available Applied Computing papers
100 Level
| Code | Paper Title | Points | Occurrence / Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMPX101 | Introduction to Programming | 15.0 | 23A (Hamilton), 23A (Online), 23B (Hamilton), 23B (Secondary School - Unistart) & 23X (Zhejiang University City College, Hangzhou China) |
| This paper introduces computer programming in C# - the exciting challenge of creating software and designing artificial worlds within the computer. It also covers concepts such as the internals of the home computer, the history and future of computers, cyber security, computer gaming, databases, mobile computing and current researc... | |||
| COMPX161 | Introduction to the Web | 15.0 | 23B (Hamilton), 23I (Zhejiang University City College, Hangzhou China) & 23X (Zhejiang University City College, Hangzhou China) |
| This paper introduces the core Web technologies of HTML, CSS and JavaScript. Students will learn how to combine these technologies with design principles to produce effective web content. | |||
| CSMAX170 | Foundations in Computing and Mathematical Sciences | 15.0 | 23A (Hamilton) & 23A (Tauranga) |
| The objective of this paper is to provide students with the academic foundations for computing and mathematical sciences. The paper will cover the following areas: -Effective academic reasoning and communication -Information literacy and research skills -Academic integrity -Techniques and tools in the computing and mathematical sci... | |||
| ENGEN103 | Engineering Computing | 15.0 | 23A (Hamilton), 23A (Tauranga) & 23G (Hamilton) |
| This paper introduces computer programming in languages such as the MATLAB language. It provides the basis for the programming skills required in more advanced papers. | |||
| MATHS135 | Discrete Structures | 15.0 | 23B (Hamilton), 23B (Secondary School - Unistart) & 23B (Tauranga) |
| An introduction to a number of the structures of discrete mathematics with wide applicability in areas such as: computer logic, analysis of algorithms, telecommunications, networks and public key cryptography. In addition it introduces a number of fundamental concepts which are useful in Statistics, Computer Science and further stu... | |||
200 Level
| Code | Paper Title | Points | Occurrence / Location |
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| COMPX221 | Programming for Creative Industries | 15.0 | 23A (Hamilton) |
| A fundamental grounding in object-oriented programming that uses Processing software to creative visual outputs for creative industries. | |||
| COMPX222 | Web Development | 15.0 | 23B (Hamilton) & 23X (Zhejiang University City College, Hangzhou China) |
| This paper provides a broad overview of the principles and technologies used in Web Applications, with practical experience of client-side and server-side programming. | |||
| COMPX223 | Database Practice and Experience | 15.0 | 23A (Hamilton), 23A (Secondary School - Unistart) & 23A (Tauranga) |
| This paper approaches the subject of databases from a practical perspective - how do I create a database and how do I retrieve/update data. Both aspects are heavily addressed in this paper. Database creation and querying, using SQL, will be introduced in lectures as you will master practical skills associated with a commercial Data... | |||
| COMPX251 | Applied Computing Tools 1 | 15.0 | 23A (Hamilton), 23B (Hamilton), 23H (Hamilton) & 23X (Zhejiang University City College, Hangzhou China) |
| This paper enables students to widen their experience of computer software using an intensive laboratory programme. Students select from a variety of themes, including video editing, website design, digital library development, computer game construction, animation and 3D modelling. | |||
| COMPX252 | Applied Computing Tools 2 | 15.0 | 23A (Hamilton), 23B (Hamilton) & 23H (Hamilton) |
| This paper provides an opportunity to explore several software applications in depth. It is based on an intensive laboratory programme, where students tailor their choices to their own needs and interests by selecting two themes from a set of modules. | |||
| CSMAX270 | Cultural Perspectives for Computing and Mathematical Sciences | 15.0 | 23B (Hamilton) & 23B (Tauranga) |
| The paper provides students with an understanding of scientific and culture-specific perspectives on issues in computing and mathematical sciences. Students will learn how these perspectives can be applied in diverse cultural, international, ethical, and professional contexts. | |||
| DSIGN241 | Aspects of Web Design | 15.0 | 23A (Hamilton) & 23X (Zhejiang University City College, Hangzhou China) |
| This paper presents the students with the challenge of designing, developing and publishing content for the World Wide Web, working with content management systems (CMS). The students are challenged to combine their typographic skills and their knowledge of design in order to practically solve communication design projects. | |||
300 Level
| Code | Paper Title | Points | Occurrence / Location |
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| COMPX310 | Machine Learning | 15.0 | 23B (Hamilton) & 23B (Tauranga) |
| This paper introduces Machine Learning (ML) which is the science of making predictions. ML algorithms strive to be fast and highly accurate, while processing large datasets. This paper will use standard Python-based ML toolkits to teach the fundamentals of ML. | |||
| COMPX322 | Advanced Web Development | 15.0 | 23A (Hamilton) & 23X (Zhejiang University City College, Hangzhou China) |
| This paper covers a range of topics relating to the development of web applications. These include the latest developments in HTML, CSS and JavaScript; asynchronous communication using AJAX; security issues; object-oriented JavaScript; RESTful web services; XML; JSON and development libraries and frameworks. | |||
| COMPX323 | Advanced Database Concepts | 15.0 | 23A (Hamilton) |
| This paper provides an introduction to the advanced features of database management systems. Students will learn to use and manipulate advanced features, and to understand and explore the technical background of large database management systems. They will have hand-on practice in using these features to create, query and maintain ... | |||
| COMPX324 | User Experience Design | 15.0 | 23B (Hamilton), 23B (Tauranga) & 23X (Zhejiang University City College, Hangzhou China) |
| An introduction to the field of human-computer interaction (HCI) where students develop skills and techniques for the design and evaluation of modern computer interfaces. | |||
| COMPX390 | Directed Study | 15.0 | 23A (Hamilton), 23A (Tauranga), 23B (Hamilton), 23B (Tauranga), 23X (Hamilton) & 23X (Tauranga) |
| A directed study involving the design, implementation and testing of the solution to a hardware and/or software engineering problem and production of a formal report. | |||
Scholarships and Prizes
Selected scholarships for Applied Computing students.
New to Waikato? The International Excellence Scholarship is worth up to $10,000.
Computer Science Undergraduate Scholarship Accepting applications
For students who are currently in Year 12 or Year 13 at a New Zealand secondary school. Candidates must be intending to enrol full-time in either the BCompSc, BSc majoring in Computer Science, or BE(Hons) majoring in Software Engineering.
Closing Date: 15 September 2023
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