School of Information and Communication Technology

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SCHOOL OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY

The School of Information and Communication Technology delivers 4 programs.

Program Statement: Provides an introduction to information systems; its compoments, design and construction of such systems in commercial, scientific and governmental enterprises; the physical and logical characteristics of processors and stores; characteristics of networks; data types and their representations and the specification of information systems.

Program Name	Semester	Code	Course Name	Description
Certificate in Information System	1	IT131 Both IS & CS	Mathematics for Science	Designs to help students acquire basic knowledge and understanding of the concepts and skills within the divisions of mathematics which are to be demanded in the area of Information Technology. The course covers those areas of mathematics, algebra and Introduction to Calculus.
		IT141 Both IS & CS	Information System 1	Introduces students to the study of the design and construction of information systems in commercial, scientific, and governmental enterprises. The underlying technologies that are dealt with include the physical and logical characteristics of processors and stores; characteristics of networks; data types and their representations and the specification of information systems. Students develop an operational understanding of available software tools (word processing, spreadsheets, databases, the Internet, news, e-mail).
		IT161	Professional Communication	Designs to develop the students’ abilities to communicate positively and effectively, both orally and in written form in their working environment.
	2	IT133 Both IS & CS	Introductory Statistics	Describes descriptive statistics; sample spaces; events; probability measures; independent events; binomial distribution; normal distribution; normal sampling distributions; t-distribution, chi-square distribution; introduction to hypothesis testing (non-parametric methods); estimation; confidence intervals; goodness of fit; contingency tables; covariance; simple regression; applications
		IT142 Both IS & CS	Introduction to Programming: Visual Basic. Net	Introduces students to the fundamental concepts of program design using the Visual Basic.Net programming language. It emphasizes the design process, producing elegant, well documented and easily maintainable programs. Elements of object-oriented programming are introduced.
		IT162	IT Research Project	Develops key skills in basic research that will enable them to conduct basic research tasks in the workforce. The nature of the course is also designed in such a way that students wishing to pursue further study will be able to carry out basic research in academia.

Certificate in Computer Science

Program Statement: Introduces students to data structures and algorithms. Develops their basic understanding of Object-Oriented Programming and knowledge of Visual Basic.Net using a visual programming environment, as well as provoding them with a range of skills required to be an apt computer programmer.

Program Name	Semester	Code	Course Name	Description
Certificate in Computer Science	1	IT131	Mathematics for Science	Designs to acquire basic knowledge and understanding of the concepts and skills within the divisions of mathematics which are to be demanded in the area of Information Technology. The course covers those areas of mathematics, algebra and Introduction to Calculus.
		IT141	Information System 1	Introduces the study of the design and construction of information systems in commercial, scientific, and governmental enterprises. The underlying technologies that are dealt with include the physical and logical characteristics of processors and stores; characteristics of networks; data types and their representations and the specification of information systems.
		IT151	Introduction to Programming - Java	Introduces students to the fundamental concepts of program design using the Java programming language. It emphasizes the design process, producing elegant, well-documented and easily maintainable programs. Elements of object-oriented programming are introduced. Students will design, code, test, debug, and document JAVA™ programs using techniques of good programming style. The course will also address program design and program style.
	2	IT133	Introductory Statistics	Examines descriptive statistics; sample spaces; events; probability measures; independent events; binomial distribution; normal distribution; normal sampling distributions; t-distribution, chi-square distribution; introduction to hypothesis testing (non-parametric methods); estimation; confidence intervals; goodness of fit; contingency tables; covariance; simple regression etc.
		IT142	Introduction to Programming: Visual Basic. Net	Introduces students to the fundamental concepts of program design using the Visual Basic.Net programming language. It emphasizes the design process, producing elegant, well documented and easily maintainable programs. Elements of object-oriented programming are introduced.
		IT152	Data Structure and Algorithms	Introduces data structures and algorithms as used in computer programming. Topics include arrays, sorting, stacks, queues, linked lists, iteration, recursion, binary trees, and hash tables as well as when to use each data structure.

Diploma in Information System

Program Statement: An extension study of the Certificate Program, exploring database management systems, file processing, data models, query languages, recovery and concurrency, security and integrity, the development of database using a relational model, and use of object-oriented programming languages.

Program Name	Semester	Code	Course Name	Description
Diploma in Information System	1	IT233 Both IS & CS	Applied Statistics	Examines important tools for critical thinking, decision making under uncertainty, and quantitative data analysis and applies them in Information Technology decision situations.
		IT244 Both IS & CS	Database Management Systems	Examines database management systems, file processing, data models, query languages, recovery and concurrency, security and integrity, and the development of database using a relational database model.
		IT262	Principles of Management	Introduces important management concepts and theories, covering the basic management functions and other important issues from a practical perspective. It provides a comprehensive and integrated introduction to the process of management in both functional and behavioural aspects. In particular, the course targets the development of human skills? personal, interpersonal and group skills by using a wide range of teaching methods that encourage student participation during tutorials.
		WS200 Both IS & CS	Working and Social skills	Provides the appropriate Working and Social Skills for workplaces.
	2	IT235 Both IS & CS	Discrete Mathematics	Iintroduces students to the mathematics of modern computer science which is built almost entirely on discrete math, in particular combinatory and graph theory. This means that in order to learn the fundamental algorithms used by computer programmers, students will need a solid background in these subjects. Discrete mathematics is a required part of pursuing an IT degree.
		IT245	Management Information System	Explores information systems; systems analysis including the design, evaluation, and implementation of business systems in general; internal control and control systems; computer-based information systems; and the uses and potential of information systems.
		IT256 Both IS & CS	Advanced Programming: Visual Basic. Net	Develops basic understanding of Object-Oriented Programming, and further develop their programming skills and knowledge in Visual Basic.Net and programming using a visual programming environment

Diploma in Computer Science

Program Statement: A natural extension of the Certificate Program, aiming mainly to consolidate and extend students’ knowledge, skills and work as a computer programmer. Students have the opportunity to study classical algorithms for solving real world problems in terms of programmatic technique as well as asymptotic analysis. Critical thinking skills are developed through using different techniques to solve new problems.

Program Name	Semester	Code	Course Name	Description
Diploma in Computer Science	1	IT233	Applied Statistics	Examines important tools for critical thinking, decision making under uncertainty, and quantitative data analysis and applies them in Information Technology decision situations.
		IT244	Database Management Systems	Examines database management systems, file processing, data models, query languages, recovery and concurrency, security and integrity, and the development of database using a relational database model.
		IT253	Computer Organization	Develops knowledge of computer organization is necessary for people who design programs or need in-depth knowledge or computer systems. This course aims to provide a basic understanding of computer organization and its analysis. It provides a general foundation for further specialized study.
		WS200	Working and Social skills	Provides students with the appropriate Working and Social Skills for workplaces.
	2	IT235	Discrete Mathematics	Introduces the mathematics of modern computer science which is built almost entirely on discrete math, in particular combinatory and graph theory. This means that in order to learn the fundamental algorithms used by computer programmers, students will need a solid background in these subjects.
		IT254	Design and Analysis of Algorithms	Studies classical algorithms for solving real world problems in terms of programmatic technique as well as asymptotic analysis. Critical thinking skills are developed through using different techniques to solve new problems.
		IT256	Advanced Programming: Visual Basic. Net	Introduces students to develop basic understanding of Object-Oriented Programming, and further develop their programming skills and knowledge in Visual Basic.Net and programming using a visual programming environment

Entry Requirements

Admission is available to applicants who have satisfied at least one of the following requirements.

Have completed Form 6 with a total grade of 15 or less (English, ICT, Mathematics + another subject).
Candidates MUST take ICT Form 6 and Mathematics.
Completion of Form 7 ICT plus Mathematics with Statistics and Calculus are advantageous,
Have relevant at least 5 years of computer working experience indicative of likely success in the program.

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School of Information and Communication Technology

Hekisou Fifita

Head of school

Meet our Staff

SCHOOL OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY

The School of Information and Communication Technology delivers 4 programs.

Entry Requirements

Certificate in Computer Science

Certificate in Computer Science

Diploma in Infromation System

Diploma in Computer Science

FOR A BRIGTHER FUTURE