Research
NSW HSC Computing Applications
- Module 1: Hardware and Software Skills
- Modules 2 & 3: Graphics
- Modules 6 & 7: Desktop Publishing
- Module 8 Databases
- Module 9 & 10 Communications
- Module 11 Multimedia
Module 1: Hardware and Software Skills
Even when using basic system software and application software, there is a requirement for the use of safe practices in the operation of computer systems.
Australian scientists work on computer system security measures.
Modules 2 & 3: Graphics
There are different ways to generate and edit computer graphics and these can be applied in a variety of environments including publishing, entertainment, education, fashion and advertising.
Australian scientists use computers in the process of graphic design.
Modules 6 & 7: Desktop Publishing
Desktop publishing includes text and graphic manipulation to enhance document production.
Australian scientists are involved in enhancing our communication abilities through the design and modification of desktop publishing software and hardware.
Module 8 Databases
Computer database systems have a capacity to store, retrieve and manipulate data better than non-computer systems.
Australian scientists are involved in enhancing the utility of computer database systems.
Module 9 & 10 Communications
Communications is a transfer of data or information from one location (eg sender, source or originator) to another (destination, receiver).
Australian scientists are involved in research and development of technology to improve upon our ability to communicate.
Module 11 Multimedia
The use of hypermedia has an effect on the communication, presentation and manipulation of information.
Australian scientists are involved in research and applications in the areas of multimedia.