Mission & Objectives
MISSION
To promote and advance ICT education, research and scholarship on behalf of Australian universities
OBJECTIVES
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To provide a forum for leaders of ICT education to discuss and address matters of mutual concern and national importance.
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To provide integration and synergy for all relevant university groups concerned with ICT education consistent with the mission.
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In collaboration with relevant groups, raise the profile of the ICT Profession amongst school students and the community in general.
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To monitor the state of ICT education and scholarship, in terms of adequacy of programs and resources and quality of outcomes.
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To initiate and conduct reviews consistent with the mission.
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To consult with and offer advice to industry, universities and governments on matters relating to ICT education and research.
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To collect and disseminate information about University ICT faculties and schools.
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To maintain strong links with industry, ACS, AIIA, ACPHIS, CORE and other relevant bodies to further the mission.
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To liaise, where appropriate, with related organisations both within Australia and overseas.
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To make statements on relevant issues to government inquiries, professional bodies, the media and the general community.
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To raise general community awareness on the need for and value of high-quality ICT education and research.
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To support ACS, AIIA and other relevant bodies in raising the status of the ICT profession.
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To promote research and research training in ICT.