Australian Computer Society
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The Australian Computer Society (ACS) is an association for information and communications technology professionals. Its stated aims are "to advance professional excellence in information technology" and "to promote the development of Australian information and communications technology resources" [1].
Notable activities are the operation of the various chapters, annual conferences, special interest groups, and a professional development program. Also, members are required to comply with codes of ethics and professional conduct.
The ACS was formed on 1 January 1966 from five state based societies. It was incorporated in the Australian Capital Territory on 3 October 1967. Since 1983 there have been chapters in every state and territory.
[edit] See also
Related international organisations:
- Association for Computing Machinery
- British Computer Society
- International Federation for Information Processing
- SEARCC
Other Australian computer associations:
[edit] References
- "The Australian Computer Society", retrieved 16 May 2006.
- "ACS Historical Notes", retrieved 16 May 2006.
- ACS Code of Professional Conduct and Professional Practice
- ACS Code of Ethics
