BEHV 1026 Cyber Behaviour
Credit Points 10
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Description Cyber behaviour is an introductory subject addressing the intersection between humans and today�s technologically driven world. This subject will introduce psychological theories about human behaviour, and how those theories predict our behaviours with and perceptions of technology. Topics will include basic understanding of the principles behind human behaviour such as classical conditioning and human cognition, and bridge the technological divide with topics such as cyberpsychology and human computer interaction. In cyber behaviour we will approach these topics with a focus on how they apply within industry and applications to cyber security.
School Social Sciences
Discipline Behavioural Science, Not Elsewhere Classified.
Student Contribution Band HECS Band 4 10cp
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Level Undergraduate Level 1 subject
Learning Outcomes
- Explain key theories and principles behind understanding human behaviour in individuals, organisations, and across unique demographics and cultures
- Predict behavioural outcomes based on specific behavioural theories
- Measure outcomes from behavioural change management
- Develop evidence-based reports applying psychological theory to human behaviour
- Apply scientific theories to predict, measure and change human behaviour in the online world
Subject Content
- Methods of understanding behaviour
- Industrial and organizational behaviour
- Cyberpsychology
- Behavioural Cybersecurity
- Cognition & Perception
- Logical Thinking
- Social Thinking
- Measuring behavioural change outcomes
Assessment
The following table summarises the standard assessment tasks for this subject. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated, where there is a difference your Learning Guide takes precedence.
Type | Length | Percent | Threshold | Individual/Group Task |
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Annotated Bibliography | 500 | 30 | N | Individual |
Report | 1200 | 40 | N | Individual |
Quiz | 3 x quizzes | 15 | N | Individual |
Reflection | 300 | 15 | N | Individual |
Prescribed Texts
Chapters from entirely free textbooks, or individual chapters from the library will be utilized throughout.
Teaching Periods
Autumn (2022)
Parramatta - Victoria Rd
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WSU Online TRI-3 (2022)
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Autumn (2023)
Parramatta - Victoria Rd
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WSU Online TRI-2 (2023)
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WSU Online TRI-3 (2023)
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