Courses & Units
Emerging Technologies ZAT223
This unit will be offered subject to minimum enrolment numbers. A decision to continue or cancel the offering will be made no less than one week before classes are due to start.
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Introduction
In this unit you will scan the horizon of emerging and disruptive technologies and be introduced to those most likely to become mainstream in the future such as Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence and Virtual and Augmented Reality. You will learn about the functionality of new technologies, their operations, capability and how they are applied in industry, both locally and globally. The impact of new technology and its ethical implications will be explored through industry case studies. You will learn ways of developing strategies for implementing new technologies in the context of your discipline through a technology functionality investigation, developing an implementation plan, and participating in a peer review process. In conjunction with discipline theory, this unit builds on concepts of learning through practice by introducing you to: discipline-based skills and knowledge in dynamic practice situations. This will include authentic and purposeful, industry-related experiences concepts of managing effective relationships and communicating with others the development and use of adaptive leadership skills and how these skills relate to innovative and entrepreneurial practice the nature of responsible, accountable and reflective workplace skills, and creative and critical thinking relevant to para-professional practice. You will exercise self-awareness, initiative and judgement to manage yourself and professional relationships effectively. The application of tacit knowledge and capabilities will be reflected in a Practice Manual1.
Summary
| Unit name | Emerging Technologies |
|---|---|
| Unit code | ZAT223 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Business & Economics University College |
| Discipline | Applied Design, Science and Technology |
| Coordinator | Ms Brigid Morrison |
| Available as an elective? | Yes |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Online | Semester 2 | Off-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 22/7/2024 | 16/8/2024 | 9/9/2024 | 27/10/2024 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2024 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2024 will be available from the 1st October 2023. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Envisage and analyse the potential impact of new technologies
- Describe the functionality of selected emerging technologies
- Discuss the need and use for emerging technologies in real world applications
- Design and propose a staged implementation strategy for new industry applications
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 030100 | $1,118.00 | $1,118.00 | not applicable | $3,085.00 |
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
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Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | This unit is delivered fully online and comprised of weekly learning modules supported by weekly tutorials and one full day workshop. |
|---|---|
| Assessment | AT1: Functionality Diagram (30%)|AT2: Case Study Report (30%)|AT3: Implementation strategy (part a), and peer review (part b) (40%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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