- How do I connect to MSDE using SQL Server Enterprise Manager in the SCSS Labs?
Open Enterprise Manager from the Programming\Microsoft SQL Server section of the Start menu.
Expand the Microsoft SQL Servers node
Right-click on SQL Server Group and select New SQL Server Registration...
Click Next >. The Available servers: textbox already contains the name of the computer you are using. Simply append the text \VSSQLSERVER to the end of that name, so you end up with something like CS1234567890AB\VSSQLSERVER.
Click Add >, then click Next >.
Select the default, The Windows account information... and click Next >.
Click Next > again and click Finish.
That's it. You should now be able to manage the local MSDE instance using SQL Server Enterprise Manager. You'll need to repeat this procedure for each new machine you log on to.
- How do I install software from the network?
SCSS Support publishes a number of applications to staff workstations. To install those which you require:
From Control Panel, open the Add or Remove Programs applet
Choose Add New Programs from the task list on the left hand side of the dialog
Select the application you would like to install (optionally, filtering using the Category drop down box) and click the Add button
That's it! If you want to remove the software, simply use the Change or Remove Programs item in the Add or Remove Programs applet, as you would for any other installed software.
- How do I move my favourites from my old computer to my new one?
First export the favourites from your current computer by following these steps:
Start the "Import/Export Wizard" in Internet Explore by clicking "Import and Export" under the "File" menu.
When the wizard appears, click "Next", on the following screen (Import/Export Selection) select "Export Favorites" and click "Next".
Select if you want to export all favourites or just some of them by choosing the folder to export, to export all, select the top folder "Favorites" and click "Next".
Save the export file with the favourites somewhere you can easily find it (by default it will be saved in "My Documents"), click "Next".
Your favourites have now been exported, click "Finish".
Now to import them on the receiving computer, follow these steps:
Again start the "Import/Export Wizard" in Internet Explore by clicking "Import and Export" under the "File" menu.
When the wizard appears, click "Next", on the following screen (Import/Export Selection) select "Import Favorites" and click "Next".
Type the path or use "Browse" to select the file you just exported and click "Next".
On the following screen choose the destination of the imported favourites (where they appear when you clik the "Favorites" dropdown menu in Internet Explorer), click "Next".
Yor favourites have now been imported, click "Finish".
- How do I obtain licenses for software to use on my home computer?
ECU makes several software packages available to staff and/or students via its consolidated home user licensing scheme. More information and instructions on how to obtain this software are available from http://it.ecu.edu.au/staff/licensing/chul/.
- My Microsoft Office installation is misbehaving. Is there something I can do myself before contacting SCSS Support for help?
There sure is! If you are still able to open the Office application in question, select Detect and Repair... from the Help menu. This option will fix most common issues with Office, but if you're still having trouble after trying it, contact the SCSS Help Desk for further assistance.
- My network drives were not mapped when I logged onto my notebook. What's wrong?
The most likely cause of this problem is that you have logged on to your noteboook while it was not connected to the University network.
Click on the Start menu and navigate into the Utilities folder which is in the Programs menu. Now click on the Re-Map Home Drives link.
Your home drives and mapped drives will now be re-mapped.
- The front headphone jack in my machine isn't working. What's wrong?
The default sound card in our IntelliStation labs (ML13.225 and JO19.107) is the SoundBlaster Audigy card, the headphone jack for which is on the back on the machine.
You can change the default sound card by following these steps:
Click Start -> Settings -> Control Panel -> Sounds and Audio Devices
Select the Audio tab
From the Default device dropdown in the Sound playback section, select the SoundMAX Digital Audio device.
Click OK
Restart any application you would like to use the new settings and you should be on your way.
- Visual Studio won't stop at my breakpoint. What's wrong?
You might have previously hit a breakpoint, then forcibly closed the application you were debugging. If you re-start Visual Studio, re-open your project and try again, the debugger should again be able to hit your breakpoints.
The correct way to stop the debugging process (instead of simply hitting the 'x' button in the console app you're debugging) is to use the 'stop' button on the debugging toolbar in Visual Studio - this will ensure that the application is closed properly.
- Why did the lab workstation I was using restart?
SCSS lab workstations are configured to automatically restart at 3:00 AM if they have any Windows Updates pending installation. Updates generally tend to be released on a monthly schedule, but can be released at any time.
You will be warned in advance and given a few minutes in which to save your work and log off.
- Can I use Outlook from home without connecting to a VPN?
You sure can. Follow this procedure to set things up.
Open Microsoft Outlook
From the Tools menu, select Email Accounts
Select View or change existing and click Next >
Select Exchange server and click Change...
Click the More Settings... button
On the Connection tab, check the Connect to my Exchange mailbox using HTTP
Click the Exchange Proxy Settings... button
Enter staffmail.ecu.edu.au in the Use this URL to connect to my proxy server for Exchange: field
Check all four checkboxes
Enter msstd:staffmail.ecu.edu.au in the Principal name for proxy server: field
Ensure that NTLM Authentication is selected and click OK
Click Next >, then Finish
You will be prompted to restart Outlook. Do so now.
If you have any problems with this procedure, please contact the SCSS Help Desk for assistance.
- ECU Student Email
You probably already know that as an ECU student you have your own ECU Student Webmail account.
This is your official ECU email account and we’ll be using it to email you all of your important updates about your enrolment, exams, results, library notices and much more.
Official ECU correspondence will be sent to your ECU Student Webmail account - you’ll need to check your email account at least once a week to make sure that you’re fully up to date with all the latest information.
For more information, click http://it.ecu.edu.au/student/email/
- How can I configure Outlook to look up e-mail addresses in my Contacts folder?
You need to add your Outlook Address Book to Outlook's Directories and Address Books list:
From Outlook's Tools menu, choose 'E-mail Accounts...'
Choose 'Add a new directory or address book', click 'Next >'
Choose 'Additional Address Books', click 'Next >'
Select 'Outlook Address Book', click 'Next >'
You will be informed that you need to restart Outlook for the change to take effect. Click OK and restart Outlook.
You should now be able to type the names of your contacts into To, Cc and Bcc boxes and have Outlook resolve them when you click the 'Send' or 'Check Names' buttons.
- How do I access my e-mail from outside the university?
Web-based email can be accessed via https://staffmail.ecu.edu.au.
- How do I configure an out of office autoreply in Outlook?
From the Tools menu, select Out of Office Assistant. From this window, select the I am currently Out of the Office radio button and enter some text to include in your autoreply. Usually you should specify when you will return from wherever you are going.
Optionally, you can apply rules to incoming messages, such as forward them to someone who will be covering your job, by clicking the Add Rule... button.
- How do Staff get an Email account?
Just go to this page http://it.ecu.edu.au/staff/accountguide.asp and fill out the applicaton form and state that you want an email account. Accounts for ALL SCSS staff are created by IT Services and not SCSS. You will need your supervisor's or line manager's authoristation. Once you have your mailbox created, email the SCSS Help Desk (help@scss.ecu.edu.au) and let them know you have an account so that they can place you into the correct email distribution list.
- Outlook Web Access shows red 'X's in place of the message body.
Create a batch file and paste in the following commands listed below. Close down IE and run the batch file.
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- Why do I get error code INTERNET_38 when I try to sync my iPAQ with the Exchange server?
This error is caused because your iPAQ cannot find the specified server name that you have listed. To rectify this problem, make sure that the server name you have listed is staffmail.ecu.edu.au it is often found that the server name entered was mail.scis.ecu.edu.au instead.
- How do I request for a change in software in SCSS Laboratories?
Any requests for a configuration change in software or additional software that is required for the unit that you are enrolled in should be directed to your lecturer/tutor who in turn will forward it to the unit co-ordinator for consideration. If the Unit Co-ordinator would like to proceed with the request, then it will need to be tabled in the IT & Services Committee. The helpdesk can not accept requests directly from students.
- I plugged my laptop into a network port in the SCSS labs that was previously plugged into a lab computer. Why won't it work?
Each network port is specifically configured so that it only operates on the lab machine to which it is assigned. If you would like to use your laptop in the SCSS labs, please either use the 'SNAP' portsin the labs or connect to the ECU wireless network.
SNAP ports are available in each of our labs and labeled with a Snap2ECU logo. These ports are available for general student use and are configured to allow any machine to connect; you'll need to open your web browser and provide your ADS username and password in order to gain access to the rest of the ECU network.
Information on the ECU wireless network can be obtained from http://wireless.it.ecu.edu.au/.
- Information for dealing with Emergencies, OH S Issues and Security Issues
Occupational Health and Safety:
University Policies regarding OH&S: http://www.ecu.edu.au/msc/hrs/osh/index
Faculty of Computing, Health and Science OH&S Policies: http://www.chs.ecu.edu.au/org/osh/
Emergencies and ECU SecurityStudents, staff and visitors to the University have the right to feel safe. Reporting of security incidents to the University Security Office and/or Facilities Management Office is vital.
LIFE THREATENING medical emergencies call 000 and ask for an ambulance. Be ready to give the operator your location, type of the emergency and contact phone number. Then contact Campus Security on 6304 3333 (3333 from internal phones) for assistance until emergency response arrives.
NON LIFE THREATENING medical assistance call Campus Security on 6304 3333 (3333 from internal phones).
FOR ALL OTHER EMERGENCIES on campus at any time call security on 6304 3333 (3333 from internal phones).
ECU Security Services provides a professional and efficient security service to ensure a safe environment in which the educational vision of the university can be realised.The ECU Security Service team is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, providing the University community with the following services:
Provide security patrols of buildings and grounds.
Respond to all emergencies on campus.
Monitor after-hours access and respond to all alarms.
Provide security escort for staff and students on request.
Provide first aid assistance.
Investigate security related incidences.
Deliver security awareness programs.
Provide security orientation to students.
Respond to and manage conflict situations.
Liaise with external emergency services.
Provide consultation on security systems
Event securityFor more information, please refer here:http://www.ecu.edu.au/fas/security/
ECU Emergency Guidelines cover the following:
EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN
Preparing For an Emergency
Evacuation Procedures
Medical Emergency
Bomb Threat
Chemical Spill
Gas leaks or suspicious odors
Civil Disturbance and Demonstrations
Fire Emergency
Earthquake
The ECU Emergency Guidelines are detailed in the maps and information booklets fixed on noticeboards around ECU Buildings. They can also be found here: http://www.ecu.edu.au/fas/security/emergency_guidelines.htm
Campus SecurityMount Lawley Campus 9370 6999Joondalup Campus 6304 5999When calling Security, provide the officer with the extension number the call is being made from (if available), the exact location or nearest landmark and the type of emergency.
- I'm trying to show a video on the projector in JO 19.107 or ML 13.225 but it only displays on the desktop, how can I display it on the projector?
Use the Nvidia Display driver (by selecting the green Nividia Settings icon in the systray, select NVidia Display and choose the projector) to change the primary display to the projector instead of the LCD panel. This will reverse the situation and the video will display on the projector, but not the desktop.
- SCSS Computer Facilities - Breaches of Conditions of Use
Failure to adhere to the conditions of use for university facilities will be considered an act of grave misconduct and cancellation of enrolment or access to facilities may result.
Breaches which involve security and/or access violations may be referred to the Australian Federal Police. It is a criminal offence to:
Obtain access to data without permission (penalty: up to 2 years imprisonment)
Damage, delete, alter or insert data without permission (penalty: up to 10 years imprisonment)
- SCSS Computer Facilities - Guidelines for Use
Computing facilities are provided to facilitate and enhance the academic programme of the University. The following conditions of use are designed to keep the computing equipment operating, the accommodation in good order, and generate a productive academic environment. These conditions apply to all University computer systems and all other computing systems that can be accessed via University networks. The authority to use University computing facilities normally expires at the end of each semester. The University reserves the right to examine all computer data and software on its facilities, and to monitor usage, in order to ensure conformance with these conditions and to ensure that the facilities function in a secure, efficient and effective manner.
Persons authorised to use University computing resources are:
students enrolled in the University.
staff employed by the University.
other persons having special authorisation from the Vice-Chancellor or nominee.
- Student ID Card - Proof of Status
Your University identification card is proof of your authorised status. Failure to produce the card when requested by security and ECU staff may result in your being requested to leave. Students are strongly advised to carry their University identification card at all times when they are using computer laboratory facilities.
Information about Student ID Cards can be found here: http://www.ecu.edu.au/KITSC/MMR/info/students.html
- What do I need to do to access the computing facilities on campus?
First of all you need to be an enrolled student in a SCSS unit. If you are then you will be able to use your login that is provided to you. If you haven't already activate your login go here: http://it.ecu.edu.au/student/activate_accounts.asp
Secondly you will need an access card. You can get an access card from Student Central once you paid a deposit. Access rights to computing facilities in SCSS are now automatically granted depending on your unit and course enrolments. Please note that it will take 2 working days before your access card will work once you paid your deposit.
Finally you will need to have your student identification card on you. If you don't have both an access card and student ID card, you may be asked to leave the laboratory.
- ECU Arrivals Service
The ECU Arrivals Services is available for all ECU's domestic and international commencing students relocating from regional Western Australia, interstate or from overseas.
For more information, refer here:
http://www.ecu.edu.au/SSC/transition/
- ECU Student Charter
Edith Cowan University (ECU) is committed to providing a challenging education environment in which all members of its culturally and geographically diverse community can realise their potential. The needs of the students are our highest priority, and the University will seek continuously to improve the quality of its courses and services to students. In return, ECU invites students to honour their responsibilities to their studies and to contribute to the life of the University. Together, the University and the student body will strive to ensure that every graduate has been given the opportunity to enjoy a fulfilling and rewarding learning experience which has promoted their academic, social and personal growth.
The University is pledged to providing all students with equal opportunities, and embraces its statutory obligations to guarantee an environment free of racial, sexual, religious, cultural and physical discrimination. In addition, the University is committed to the values of service, professionalism and enterprise, and the Student Charter is informed by these values. It sets out the standards of provision which students are expected to assume as members of the University.
The University aims to provide students with:
an institution which provides a fulfilling, collegial and developmental experience.
an environment that facilitates social life, welfare, health and safety.
a suitable and effective learning environment to meet diverse needs.
a suitable student support network.
full and accurate information as to how members of the University community can be involved in its decision making processes.
encouragement for student representative organisations to contribute to the life of the University.
appropriate facilities that meet student needs.
access to adequate training and support in the new teaching and learning technologies.
fair, accessible and efficient administrative procedures.
full and accurate information about its activities, procedures and regulations.
fair and efficient complaints and appeals procedures.
In addition to observing the Staff Code and Conduct, staff aim to provide for students:
delivery of effective university teaching and administration which focuses on student outcomes.
responsible attitudes towards students at all times.
all essential materials and support to enable students to succeed in their studies.
availability for consultation with students on a regular basis.
maintenance of knowledge within the discipline.
completion of administrative tasks and assignment marking in a timely manner, and provision of constructive feedback to enable on-going improvement in the performance of all members of the University community.
completion of final unit grading and distribution of results in line with published timelines.
In addition to observing the University Rules, By-Laws and Statutes, students should aim to:
engage with the academic, social and cultural life of the University.
contribute to the reputation and development of the University by contributing where improvements can be made, and by participating in its decision-making processes where possible.
participate actively and positively in the teaching-learning environment, and maintain steady progress in their academic studies.
display responsible attitudes towards staff, fellow students and visitors to the University, and to treat University property with respect.
be aware of, understand and comply with the University's Rules, By-Laws and Statutes relating to students.
comply with workload expectations, and notify appropriate staff if difficulties are experienced.
respond to reasonable requests from staff without undue delay.
honour the Rules about cheating, plagiarism, fabrication or falsification of data, as well as the proper use of copyright material.
You can find a copy of the ECU Student Charter here: http://www.ecu.edu.au/prospectus/charter/
- I'm new to ECU is there anything to help new students?
Yes there is, ECU Welcome Centres run throughout Orientation and are staffed by student volunteers. Here you can get assistance with general queries about orientation activities, book events, take a campus tour.
Welcome Centres operate throughout the official Orientation period (the week before semester commences).
For more information, refer here: http://www.ecu.edu.au/student/orientation/
- Living in Perth
The School of Computer and Information Science offers coursesat the Mt Lawley and Joondalup campuses – both of which arelocated in Perth, Western Australia:
Attractive city of about one million people.
Clean environment and safe suburbs
Situated around a large river estuary
Metropolitan beaches on Indian Ocean
Mediterranean climate similar to Italy and Greece
Friendly, multicultural community
Tourist destination with regular flights
Reasonable cost of living
+8.00 hours GMT time-zone
There are many different services and resources available to local students and international students alike who need more information about living in Perth. For links and relevant information that may assist you, please refer here:
http://www.ecu.edu.au/student/student-life/index.php#accom
- School of Computer and Information Science Reception
In the SCSS Reception, you'll be able to:
Make an appointment to see your course coordinator.
Get an extension form.
Get information on SCSS courses and unit sets.
SCSS Reception ML
Room: 13.105 (Enter from the pathway between Building 13 and Building 14)
Ph: +61 8 9370 6569
SCSS Reception JO
Room: 19.129G
Ph: +61 8 6304 5424
- What can the Student Support Officer do for me?
If you have a question that you need answered then the SCSS Student Support Officer will be your first point of call.
The Student Support Officer will either answer your question, or will direct you to the person or service centre who can help you
The Student Support Officer can help you with questions on:
SCSS Courses
SCSS Unit sets: Majors, Second Majors, Supporting Majors and Minors
Electives
Unit Selection
Re-enrolling
Drawing up a course plan
University forms and procedures
Library Practicum Placements
Who you need to see about problems and events which may impact on your studies
Contact details for other School's Student Support Officers
- What is SCSS?
SCSS stands for the School of Computer and Security Science
- What is the difference between a Course Coordinator, a Unit Coordinator and the Student Support Officer?
You should consider the Student Support Officer as your first point of contact - especially if you're not sure who to contact about a particular query/situation.
The Student Support Officer can assist you with questions on:
SCSS courses and unit sets
Difficulties in re-enrolling
Library Practicum placements
Problems and events that may impact on your studies
Resources available to you as an ECU student
The unit coordinator provides advice and information on unit related issues for units they coordinator. You'll need to see your Unit Coordinator(s) about:
Getting an extension for an assignment
The content of the unit
Assignments
Your progress in the unit
Problems of events likely to affect your progress in the unit
You'll need to see your Course Coordinator about:
Your choice of course
Your choice of units
Claiming advanced standing (i.e. exemptions)
Your progress in the course
Problems of events likely to affect your progress in the course
- What is the difference between SCSS Support, Central IT and the Student Support Officer?
The School of Computer and Security Science provides SCSS students with an IT Support Team - SCSS Support. SCSS Support provides IT Services and Support for all SCSS computer equipment and facilities.
SCSS Support can assist SCSS students with issues relating to:
eCourse
Access to the online resources for Gartner, iAPT, CISCO and Net-G
Issues relating to SCSS Lab Logins
Hardware and Software problems related to computers in SCSS Labs
Research Support
Students are expected to troubleshoot their problems prior to contacting SCSS Support. SCSS Support's website is located at: http://student.scis.ecu.edu.au
Central IT is the IT Support Team responsible for IT facilities and services delivered via ECU's central administration. These include:
Activating your student login
Internet authentication
Purchasing print credit
The Megalabs (ML - Building 3, JO - Building 5)
WAM Access
Central IT's website is located here: http://it.ecu.edu.au/student/
Neither Central IT, nor SCSS Support can provide SCSS students with enrolment, re-enrolment, course, unit or student service related information - the Student Support Officer is your first point of contact for queries relating to these areas.
- Who is my course coordinator?
You can locate your course coordinator at our Courses page
- Who is the SCSS Student Support Officer?
For information regarding the SCSS Student Support Officer see the Student Support page under the Current Students section of the SCSS website
- ECU Graduate School
The ECU Graduate School provides services to Master by Research, PhD and Professional Doctorate students.
Their website is located here: http://www.ecu.edu.au/GraduateSchool/
- How do I access the Post Graduate Association Common Rooms?
Through the support of the University, the PGA provides one Postgraduate Common Room on each metropolitan campus (Mount Lawley, Joondalup and Churchlands). The common rooms are equipped with comfortable leather lounges, tea and coffee making facilities, microwaves, fridges etc Churchlands has table tennis. All common rooms are now equipped with Foxtel satellite TV with 24 channels.
The common rooms can be booked for meetings, social events, etc. Please contact pga@ecu.edu.au for further information.
The common rooms are not work places; they are spaces where students can relax and meet colleagues over a cuppa. To access the common room door entry codes, students must register with the PGA by sending an email with their name, student number, home address, course details, student or staff email address and home campus (ML, JO, CH) to pga@ecu.edu.au. Students who receive the entry codes must not give these codes to any other students. Only those who are registered with the PGA are entitled to access the PGA postgraduate common rooms. We ask all postgraduates not to allow any non ECU postgraduate students access to the common room without making prior arrangements with the PGA.
All common rooms now have hot and cold water available, along with tea, coffee, milk etc. We have room monitors that are available to replace the water bottles. Please refrain from using the drinking water for cleaning purposes.If you think the postgraduate common room on your campus needs new facilities, please let the PGA know by emailing pga@ecu.edu.au.
The common rooms are located as follows: Mt Lawley - 17.156; Joondalup - Demountable 2D (south-west of Building 2 behind Student Services); Churchlands - 13.117.
- How do I gain access to the Masters Project facility (ML 18.224)
You will need to discuss with the Masters Course Co-ordinator and supervisor your eligibility to this facility. Typically you will be in the project implementation stage of your course which should be the last semester. Like with all SCSS laboratories you will need an after-hours access card. Once your supervisor and Masters Course Co-ordinator are satisfied that you meet all requirements, they will provide you with a Masters Project Access form which will need to be signed by the supervisor, Masters Co-ordinator and you.
- What is the difference between a coursework and research postgraduate course
The main split in terms of types of postgraduate courses on offer is whether the course is a coursework or a research course. Postgraduate Diplomas, Graduate Diplomas, Graduate Certificates, Masters courses are different types and levels of courses, covering different areas of study and with different course objectives - the description of the award and the entry requirements for each course should make the purpose of the course clear. In terms of a rough outline of what differentiates a coursework course and a research course...
Coursework postgraduate courses: there are a considerable range of choices for coursework postgraduate studies in SCSS. Many of these are described as "Professional Masters" degrees and are specifically designed for career transfer into a specific field. Other degrees are for further study in depth and the description of the award and the entry requirements for each course should make the purpose clear.
Coursework postgraduate courses offered by SCSS can be found here: http://www.scss.ecu.edu.au/future/courses.php Research postgraduate courses: will comprise of a thesis component. Generally the course is weighted with 67% or more of the marks available within the course being awarded in relation to the thesis. The thesis is an area of independent enquiry that the student undertakes which results in the development of new knowledge and understanding.
- Where can I find more information about Post Graduate services and facilities
The Post Graduate & Honours Association has a page at http://www.research.ecu.edu.au/grs/unilife/pga/ From that page you can register to be on their email list and receive automatic reminders about forthcoming events.
- How long is a practicum placement?
Students must complete a minimum of two weeks full-time work, or 60 hours, on each practicum placement.
The School of Computer and Information Science does have a specific practicum period when students are expected to be on practicum. The allocated period for practicum placement for our students is the two weeks prior to mid semester break in the ECU Academic Calendar.
We understand that, due to work commitments and other difficulties, some students will be unable to complete a full-time placement at the allocated time.
In these situations, students are required to discuss practicum dates with their unit coordinator. In this case, the commencement date and completion date you indicate on your practicum arrangement form should be based on days/time you have available each week to complete the placement and the amount of weeks it will take you to complete the required hours of placement.
- I am a Perth Metropolitan student, where will I be placed?
Participation in the School of Computer and Information Science practicum programme is optional and voluntary on the part of Libraries and Information Services. Libraries and information services do have the option to refuse to take students for this and future semesters. We have to respect their participation and work around their availability and requirements.
Where you will be placed depends on the following:
Which hosts are willing to take students, and
What level and/or specialisation of students hosts are willing to take, and
What sorts of placements are required by students undertaking practicum placements (i.e. UG students must complete pracs in four different types of libraries, PG students two), and
Which students got their form in the earliest, and
Which students have special requirements i.e. transport difficulties.
- Insurance while on practicum placement
Students undertaking a practicum placement are covered by a University insurance policy.
The School of Computer and Information Science sends out a copy of the certificate of currency with the confirmation letter sent to a hosts when they accept a student on placement. For any queries or requirements beyond that, you and/or your host library will need to contact ECU Management Services Centre - Risk Financing directly. Alan Wilson is the Risk Financing Manager. Contact email: a.wilson@ecu.edu.au, Ph: 6304 2409
- Students Responsibilities on Practicum Placement
During their practicum placement, students are expected to meet the same work conditions (for example, in attire and in attendance) as a normal member of staff for their host organisation. However, the participating organisation does not pay them, since the practicum is a learning experience for them.
As a student going on practicum placement, you should also ensure you do the following:
Contact your supervisor to arrange a meeting prior to the actual commencement of your practicum - to discuss practicum objectives, your roster and any special workplace conditions.
Give a copy of the Practicum Handbook to your supervisor prior to the commencement of your practicum.
Obtain any necessary clearances in time for the commencement of your prac (e.g Students completing a practicum placement in any Australian School need to obtain a Police Clearance.)
Should you become sick during your practicum period, please note that for the duration of your practicum the supervising staff member at your placement is, for all intents and purposes, your employer. Therefore all normal procedures relating to notification of absence, sick leave, and medical certificates need to be followed. You will also need to ensure you still fulfil the complete amount of practicum time.
- What is a practicum placement?
Library and Information Services students have practicum obligations requiring them to experience work in different types of library and information agency environments. Library environments they need to experience include public, academic, school and special information services.
The University continues to rely heavily on the participation of local organisations to provide places for students, so that this component of the program remains an integral and effective part of their studies.During their two-week practicum placement, students are expected to meet the same work conditions as a normal member of staff. However, they are not paid by participating organisations.
- Are there any BBQs on campus?
At Mount Lawley
There is a free BBQ on the lawn outside Building 5.
There are 2 BBQ plates and the gas supply/ignition is operated by push-button.
- Childcare Services on ECU Campuses
Well equipped child care centres with professional staff are located on ECU's Churchlands (9273 8700), Joondalup (9400 5680)and Mount Lawley (9370 6850) campuses.
The opening hours are the same for all (7.30 - 6pm) and are fully accredited.
Families will need to check for availability as the centres have a waitlist.
More information on child and family care can be found here: http://www.ecu.edu.au/student/student-life/family.php
- ECU Multimedia Resources
ECU Multimedia Resources provides the following services:
Student ID/Library Cards
MM Equipment borrowing facilities
Technology tuition
More information on the services they provide can be found here: http://www.ecu.edu.au/KITSC/MMR/info/students.html
- ECU Student Health Services
The Student Health Service is a University student support service that seeks to assist students with their health care needs so that they may achieve an optimal academic performance in the shortest possible time.
Health Services include:
General Practitioner consultations
Sports medicine and treatment of sports injuries
Diving medicals
Pre-employment medicals
Travel vaccinations and advice
Contraception advice
Morning after pill available with counselling
PAP smears
Pregnancy testing
STD screening
Minor surgery (eg removal of skin lesions and suturing)
Hearing tests
Blood tests (eg Cholesterol, AIDS, Hepatitis B)
Lung function tests
Immunisations (eg Hepatitis B, Tetanus boosters)
Counselling lifestyles, drug and nutrition
Nursing
Physiotherapy and massage
Student Health Service Centres are located at ECU's Joondalup, Churchlands and Mt Lawley campuses.
More information can be found at the ECU Student Health Service website, located here:http://www.ecu.edu.au/student/student-health/index.php
- Gartner Portal
The new Gartner Intraweb portal is now fully operational. The portal gives you access to the very latest news and research at Gartner.com. To access Gartner resources simply head to http://gartner.scis.ecu.edu.au/. You will be presented with a screen similar to that of the eCourse home page. You will use your ADS account to log in. Once you log in using the login box provided you will be forwarded to the Gartner.com website. There is also an automatic login button available within the eCourse student portal. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact the SCIS Help Desk on (08) 9370 6699 or help@scis.ecu.edu.au.
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- Multifaith Chaplaincy Service
The ECU Multifaith Chaplaincy Service is about supporting spirituality, providing care and creating community. We value and respect your faith tradition as a member of ECU's dynamic, multicultural and multifaith community.
Our chaplains come from a variety of spiritual traditions and we offer:
A safe place and listening ear
Opportunities to nurture, express and explore your spirituality
Links to religious groups and faith communities
Care and support in times of uncertainty, crisis and loss
A multifaith focus for spiritual life on campus
A free and confidential service
For more information, pleas refer here:http://www.ecu.edu.au/student/student-life/chaplaincy/index.php
- SCISSA - The School of Computer and Information Science Students Association
SCISSA is the School of Computer and Security Science Students Association.
Membership is open to students who are currently enrolled in SCSS units and/or SCSS courses.
SCISSA aims to:
i) formally represent all Undergraduate and Postgraduate degree students undertaking units from the School of Computer and Information Science at ECU; and staff; in all the relevant University forums.
ii) improve the provision of information to: Undergraduate and Postgraduate degree students; and to staff.
iii) improve communication between students, and between the School and University and the School's Undergraduate and Postgraduate degree students and staff.
iv) encourage the spirit of collegiality at ECU and promote the sense of membership of a community of scholars.
v) promote intellectual and social interaction at the University.
vi) campaign for improvement in the standards of services and facilities for Undergraduate and Postgraduate degree students and staff of the School of Computer & Security Science.
vii) promote employment and enterprise opportunities for Undergraduate and Postgraduate degree students at ECU and elsewhere.
viii) to connect students to industry professionals, potential employers, researchers and students of other tertiary and post secondary colleges.
ix) to encourage and promote co-operation between this Association and other ECU Student Associations
x) to provide a platform for SCSS students and staff to present their views, projects, ideas, criticism, etc
xi) to organise sporting, cultural and entertainment events and activities for SCSS students and staff.
xii) to seek discounts and financial benefits from the university and outside organizations for its members.
SCISSA website: http://scissa.org.au/SCISSA email: scissa@ecu.edu.au SCISSA office: Room 13.123 ECUMLSCISSA phone: + 61 8 9370 6313SCISSA noticeboardsML: Outside Room 13.202JO: Near Room 19.129A
- Student Associations
Student Associations are basically associations formed by groups of students who share a common interest.
Student Associations generally aim to promote a sense of community and collegiality amongst students. They organise social, cultural, sporting, entertainment, professional events for their members.
There are several which you may be interested in becoming a member of:
School of Computer and Information Science Student’s Association (SCiSSA): http://scissa.org.au/
ECU International Student Council (ECUISC): http://www.ecu.edu.au/pa/ecuisc/
Postgraduate and Honours Student Association (PGA): http://www.ecu.edu.au/pa/pga/
Golden Key International Honour Society: http://www.ecu.edu.au/pa/gknhs/
The ECU Student Guild maintains a list of clubs and societies affiliated with ECU:
http://www.ecuguild.org.au/cms/ecuguild/clubs/clublist.html
Student Groups Sponsored by ECU International Student’s Office (ISO):
ECU International Students Council (ECUISC)
African Students Association (ASA)
Association of Norwegian Students Abroad (ANSA)
Chinese Students Association (CSA)
ECU Indians
ECU Islamic Society / Muslim students at ECU (ECUIS)
Karibu Mentoring Program
Kenyan Students Association (KSA)
Malaysian Students Committee (MSC)
Passion
Seychelles Students Association of WA (SSAWA)
Singapore Students Association (SSA)
Student Association of Bangladeshi in ECU (SABECU)
For more information, please refer to the ISO website: http://www.ecu.edu.au/iso/content/studentsupport/clubs.php
- Student Central
Student Central is located on each of ECU's campuses and provides the following services to ECU students:
Change of address
Parking permits
Cashier
Fees (Australian Citizen/Resident Students)
University form submission
Application for Deferred Exams
Appeals (Course status and Unit Review)
The Student Central opening hours and locations can be found here: http://www.ecu.edu.au/student/homepage/central.php
- Student Housing
ECU has on-campus accommodation on three of its campuses, Joondalup, Mount Lawley and South West.
The Student Villages provide a modern friendly environment in self-catering units for a total or around 370 full-time students.
For more information, refer here: http://www.ecu.edu.au/fas/village/
- The ECU Counselling Service
The ECU Counselling Service is a professional and confidential service, which is available to all students free of charge.
Counsellors can provide you with emotional support and, where possible, help you understand the problems you have and assist you in finding solutions that work.
Their main focus is to help you better manage your personal situation in relation to your studies. They offer help mainly in 2 ways:
- Individual counselling sessions for personal problems - Academic support through help with appeals and other concessions in special situation
All ECU counsellors are psychologists with postgraduate qualifications who have skills and experience in helping people with a wide range of personal, psychological and study-related difficulties.
The ECU Counselling Service runs free workshops for ECU students, covering areas like: exam anxiety, time & stress management and procrastination.
For more information on this service, please refer to their website: http://www.ecu.edu.au/student/counselling/index.php
- The ECU Equity and Diversity Service
The Equity and Diversity Unit promotes and supports Edith Cowan University ’s vision of a fair and equitable educational environment of excellence, supportive of the social and cultural diversity of our community, free from discrimination and harassment.
All staff and students have the right to access, fully participate in, and succeed in study and employment at ECU regardless of characteristics such as sex, marital status or pregnancy, family responsibility or family status, race, religious or political conviction, impairment, age, sexual orientation or gender history.
More information on the ECU Equity and Diversity Service can be found here: http://www.ecu.edu.au/equ/
- The ECU Student Guild
The ECU Student Guild represents students’ rights and interests on all University decision making bodies.
It can also act as an advocate for individual students in dispute with the University.
The Student Guild offers free assistance and advice on academic appeals, organises social events and provides students with information on aspects of university life, and produces the ECU Student newspaper Harambee.
To find out more, visit the ECU Student Guild website:http://www.ecuguild.org.au/
- The ECU Travelsmart Officer
The ECU Travelsmart Officer provides information on the different ways of getting to ECU campuses - other than by car.
Alternatives include:
Walking
Train
Bus
Cycling
More information can be found here: http://www.ecu.edu.au/fas/TravelSmart/
- What can the ECU Disability Adviser do for me?
The ECU Disability Adviser assists students with tempotary or permanent disabilities with advice and information, including:
Liaison with other ECU staff
Library Services
Alternate Exam Conditions
Access to some aids and equipment
Note-taking and transcription services
Interpreting Services
In order to access disability related services at ECU it is extremely important that you contact the Student Equity Officer - as soon as practical on or before your enrolment, to ensure a smooth transition into your studies.
More information on services provided by the ECU Disability Advisor can be found here: http://www.ecu.edu.au/student/student-equity/index.php
Students with disabilities have the right to:
Equitable access to courses, programs, services, activities and facilities at the University
Reasonable and appropriate accommodations, academic adjustments, and/or additional support services
Confidentiality of information pertaining to their disability
Information to be made reasonably available in accessible formats
Be treated with dignity and respect.
Students with disabilities have the responsibility to:
Identify themselves in a timely manner as an individual with a disability when seeking an accommodation or service on the basis of their disability
Provide documentation from an acceptable professional source that verifies the nature of the disability and impact on access to the learning environment and/or experiences
Follow the procedures for obtaining reasonable accommodations and services as outlined in http://www.ecu.edu.au/student/student-equity/services.php
Treat staff of the University with dignity and respect.
- What can the Faculty Learning Adviser do for me?
Dr Kuki Singh is the Learning Adviser in the Faculty of Computing, Health and Science (FCHS).
The Learning Adviser:
Conducts workshops (both generic and unit-specific),
Provides guest lectures,
Teaches courses,
Prepares academic skills resources,
Supports other academic staff in the promotion of tertiary literacy skills
And sees students in one-to-one and group consultations.
External students can email, fax or phone for assistance.
These areas are sometimes referred to as study or learning skills and are very much part of your further development academically and professionally.
Kuki runs workshops, drop-in consultations, one-to-one appointments and small group sessions related to a wide range of academic and study management skills (e.g. academic writing, effective reading strategies, time management, note-taking strategies, revision and exam skills, etc.).
The FCHS - Learning Adviser website is located here: http://www.chs.ecu.edu.au/learning/index.php
- What is JobsPlus+?
The JobsPlus+ system, run by the ECU Careers Advisory Service, puts employers, students and the Careers Advisory Service in touch.
JobsPlus+ software is easy to use and flexible and students are able to tailor their profile so they can receive targeted information on employment vacancies, upcoming events and articles.
By registering with JobsPlus+ students can search the JobsPlus+ web site anytime day or night to find the latest job vacancies, career events, articles and the latest news. Students can search by their field of study to further their career or simply pick up a few hours work to help pay the bills.
JobsPlus+ is not just for final year students. First through to penultimate year students can and should use JobsPlus+. Once students have completed a JobsPlus+ profile they will also receive a newsletter once a week notifying them of the latest additions to JobsPlus+.
The ECU JobsPlus site is located here: http://www.jobsplus.ecu.edu.au/
- What is the ECU Careers Advisory Service?
The Careers Advisory Service (CAS) provides students with advice and information on career options, employment and further study opportunities. This is done through individual counselling, workshops / information sessions, on line services and the use of career assessment tools.
Services offered by CAS include:
Career Resource Centres: small resource areas that offer a wide range of information and assistance to help students find employment plan and develop their career management skills and research opportunities.
Individual career guidance interviews: guidance interviews are impartial and confidential helping students to make the most of their qualifications, skills, personal qualities and experience in planning their future career direction(s).
Preparation of resources to assist with job applications: assistance with the compilation and proofing of Resumes, Covering Letters and Selection Criteria
Conducting workshops & managing career events: Careers advisors present a number of career related events, throughout the year on each campus, such as Job Search workshops, Employer/Recruitment sessions and Focus activities.
Advertising a range of job opportunities: via the ECU JobsPlus+ site
The ECU Careers Advisory Service Website is loctaed here: http://www.ecu.edu.au/SSC/Careers/
The ECU JobsPlus+ site is located here: http://www.jobsplus.ecu.edu.au/
- Where can I find Student Central?
At Mount Lawley:
Student Central is located on Level 2, Building 8 (Library).
At Joondalup:
Student Central is located in Building 6, room 203.
By email:
student.central@ecu.edu.au
Full contact details and opening hours for Student Central counters can be found on the Student Central homepage, located here: http://www.ecu.edu.au/student/homepage/central.php.
- Where will i find an ATM on campus?
At Mt Lawley
An ANZ ATM is located outside the Refectory (Cafe) and opposite Building 8.
At Joondalup
An ANZ ATM is located in the quadrangle between the Ref and the Guild shop.
- I don't think I can sit my exam at the set time - what should I do?
If you are unable to sit an examination at the stipulated time in the Official University Examination Period for that semester, you must apply in writing on every occasion to defer the examination. You will need to supply documentary evidence (e.g. medical certificate) to support your request. In accordance with the ECU (Admission, Enrolment and Academic Progress) Rules, deferral of an examination or assignment may be granted on one or more of the following grounds:(a) ill-health or injury;(b) compassionate grounds;(c) representation in sporting activities at a state or national level;(d) representation in cultural activities;(e) a matter relating to the student’s employment; or(f) other special grounds considered appropriate by the Director, SSC, or his or her nominee.
If your application is granted, you will sit the exam in the Official University Deferred Examination Period for that Semester, dates are listed in the ECU Academic Calendar.
More information on examinations can be found here:
http://www.ecu.edu.au/student/assessment/exams/index.php
- I don't think I can submit my assignment on time - what should I do?
If you require an extension of time to complete an assignment, you must apply in writing on every occasion to your unit coordinator.
You will need to supply documentary evidence (e.g. medical certificate) to support your request and your unit coordinator will notify you of the outcome.
Please note: Normal occupational commitments and extra curricular activities are not accepted as grounds for granting extra time because you are expected to plan ahead.
Extensions cannot be granted beyond the end of semester.
Long extensions of time raise the problem of fairness if other students in the unit have had their assignments returned.
If you submit an assignment after the due date without an agreed extension, or beyond the date of an agreed extension, you will usually incur a penalty. In accordance with the University’s regulations, the penalty is 5% (of the maximum mark available) for each working day that your assignment is late.
If your assignment is submitted more than one week late, you may be awarded a mark of zero by your tutor.
In accordance with the ECU (Admission, Enrolment and Academic Progress) Rules, deferral of an examination or assignment may be granted on one or more of the following grounds:(a) ill-health or injury;(b) compassionate grounds;(c) representation in sporting activities at a state or national level;(d) representation in cultural activities;(e) a matter relating to the student’s employment; or(f) other special grounds considered appropriate by the Director, SSC, or his or her nominee.
More information on assignments can be found here: http://www.ecu.edu.au/student/assessment/assignment/index.php
- What are the ECU (Admission, Enrolment and Academic Progress) Rules?
The Edith Cowan University (Admission, Enrolment and Academic Progress) Rules contain information such as:
What does a particular grade mean (Part V, Section 29)
Course Deferral rules (Part V, Section 26)
Course Status (Part V, Section 33)
Grounds for Deferral of an Examination or Assignment (Part V, Sections 37, 39 and 39)
Time Requirements (Part V, Rule 22)
Penalties and Rules for dealing with Cheating and Plagiarism (Part V, Section 40)
Procedures and rules for appealing (Part VII, Sections 69 through to 74)
Grounds for appeal (Appendix I)
The Edith Cowan University (Admission, Enrolment and Academic Progress) Rules are located here: http://www.ecu.edu.au/GPPS/legal_legis/uni_rules.html
- What do Plagiarism, Collusion, Academic Misconduct and Cheating mean?
Academic Misconduct means conduct in relation to any academic work that is dishonest or unfair, this includes but is not limited to plagiarism.
Cheating means conduct in any assessment that is dishonest.
Plagiarism means to knowingly or unknowingly present as one’s own work the ideas or writings of another without appropriate acknowledgement or referencing. This includes, but is not limited to:
Paraphrasing text without acknowledgement of the source
Paraphrasing text inadequately with acknowledgement of the source
Copying the text of another student’s assignment or other students’ assignments
Copying of visual representations (cartoons, line drawings, photos, paintings and computer programs)
Collusion means any form of joint effort:
between students, or
between students and other persons
which is intended to deceive the unit coordinator or tutor marking the assessment as to who was actually responsible for producing the material submitted for assessment.
Plagiarism, Collusion, Academic Misconduct and Cheating are taken very seriously. SCIS staff record any incident to enable tracking of repeat offenders. Offences of such nature will incur serious penalties, ranging from:
A mark of zero for the assessment
A mark of zero for the unit
Cancellation of your enrolment with the University
- What does referencing mean?
Referencing means to correctly identify work by others when you quote or refer to it in an assignment.
The assessments you are set normally require you to research arguments, theories or knowledge in the field. You will be required to refer to this research in your assessment and to correctly acknowledge it.
The ECU Referencing Guide can be found here:http://www.ecu.edu.au/LDS/pdf/refguide.pdfOr you can purchase a copy from the ECU Bookshop.
To find out what happens if you don’t reference correctly please read the FAQ for Plagiarism, Collusion, Academic Misconduct and Cheating.
- What does Student Confidentiality mean?
If you are a student of ECU then other than to confirm that you are, or have been, a student at the University, the University will not disclose personal information about students to other students, to people outside the University (other than in accordance with any legal or academic obligations) or to staff who have no need to access the information, unless students advise the University, in writing, that they have given their permission.
We ensure the confidentiality of your personal student information. This means that no staff member at ECU can release any information about you including:
Your address
Your results
Your academic progress
The units you are enrolled in, or their times/location
The units you need to be enrolled in
To anyone other than you unless you give us written permission to do so.
Additionally, we cannot alter your enrolment or accept forms from anyone other than you unless you give us written permission authorizing a particular person to submit forms or change your enrolment on your behalf.
For full details on Confidentiality of Student Information, please refer to the General Information Section of the ECU Handbook: http://handbook.ecu.edu.au
- What is Copyright?
The University, its staff and students are subject to the requirements of the Commonwealth of Australia Copyright Act 1968 (and amendments).
The underlying principle of copyright law is to grant authors and creators (and those who invest in their work, e.g., publishers) prescribed rights over the work, and to reward them for the time and effort required to put an idea into a material form - be it an essay, poem, book, computer programme, drawing (technical or artistic), painting or sculpture, etc.
The Copyright Act automatically protects any literary (including computer programmes), dramatic, artistic or musical work. Other material protected includes films, sound recordings, communication to the public (e.g., making available on a website; broadcasts; datacasting, etc) and published editions
- What is the difference between a course and a unit?
A Course is the award in which you are enrolled. Courses the School of Computer and Information Science offers include:
• Bachelor of Computer Science • Bachelor of Information Technology• Bachelor of Science (Network Technology)• Bachelor of Science (Library Technology)• Bachelor of Science (Library Technology) / Bachelor of Science (Communication and Information Technology) - Double Degree
Courses are made up of Units that you enrol into each semester.
The units contained within each course change from course to course. They will generally include:o Core units [ie units that are part of your foundation year or major)], and either:o Second Major units, and/or
o Supporting Major units, and/oro Minor units, and/oro Elective unitsYou have to pass all the units contained within your course structure in order to graduate from the course.
- What is the difference between a Faculty and a School?
A Faculty is an organizational structure which includes an academic and administrative body which governs a collection of Schools.
ECU has 5 Faculties:
Faculty of Computing, Health and Science
Faculty of Business and Law
Faculty of Regional Professional Studies
Faculty of Communications and Creative Industries
Faculty of Community Services, Education and Social Sciences
A School is an organizational structure which includes an academic and administrative body which governs a collection of courses and units as well as a body of students (who may be studying with ECU in a variety of ways, including online, offshore, onshore and internally).
You, as an ECU student, will mainly interact with the staff , resources and support offered to you by a particular School. You will also interact with the staff , resources and support offered via the university’s central administrative structure.
The School of Computer and Information Science is part of the Faculty of Computing, Health and Science.
The Faculty of Computing, Health and Science contains:
The School of Natural Sciences
The School of Exercise, Biomedical and Health Sciences
The School of Engineering and Mathematics
The School of Nursing, Midwifery and Postgraduate Medicine
The School of Computer and Information Science
For more information about the Faculty of Computing, Health and Science, please refer to the Faculty Website: http://www.chs.ecu.edu.au
An index of ECU Faculties, and the Schools they contain, can be found here: http://www.ecu.edu.au/links/structure/
- What is the difference between a Major, a Supporting Major, a Minor and an Elective?
These terms are used in relation to any undergraduate studies you wish to pursue.
A Major is the specific area that you’re studying in your course. The Major title will appear on your academic transcript and testamur.
A Supporting Major is a specific unit set which is completed as part of the supporting studies in your course - dependent on the course structure. The Supporting Major title will only appear on your academic transcript.
A Minor is a specific unit set incorporating six units of study which is completed as part of the supporting studies in your course - dependent on the course structure. Your Minor title will only appear on your academic transcript.
An Elective can be any unit, provided the following conditions are met:
You have fulfilled the prerequisites of the unit, and
No more than twelve of the units (180 credit points) in your course are at first year level, and
It’s an undergraduate level unit, and
It’s not a restricted unit, and
At least four units (60 credit points) you complete in your course must be at third year level, and
Your course coordinator approves your enrolment in that unit.
- What is the ECU Handbook?
The ECU Handbook is produced every year and contains important information such as:
Current course structures for every course offered at ECU
Unit Descriptions for every unit offered at ECU
ECU Rules and Regulations
The ECU Academic Calendar
General Information, including information on:
Copyright
Graduation
Study overseas
University Statutes
Student Complaints Policy and Procedures
Information about the University
The ECU Handbook can be found online at:http://handbook.ecu.edu.au
- Where do I find information on copyright at ECU?
The ECU Governance, Policy and Planning Services maintain a copyright website with information for staff and students at
http://www.ecu.edu.au/GPPS/copyright/.
- Where is the Assignment Box?
Units offered by the School of Computer and Information Science have CSD, CSG, CSI, CSP, or IST unit codes (i.e. IST1141, CSG1132 and CSP3341).
If you are required to submit a hardcopy assignment to the SCIS assignment box, you will find SCIS assignment boxes in the following locations:
SCIS Assignment Box ML
Building 13, near the staff entry to the SCIS Reception Area (Room 13.105).
SCIS Assignment Box JO
Building 19, near Room 19.129G.
