Diploma in Information & Communication Technology draft

Program Overview

This ICT program equips students with skills for careers in technology, developing their academic and professional abilities in applying technology in business and organizational contexts. The program emphasizes critical thinking, independent learning, and cooperative skills, preparing graduates for roles in software development, IT support, systems analysis, and other ICT fields.

Program Outline

Outline:

Objectives:

• To provide students with skills to prepare them for careers in the ICT environment.
• To develop students' academic and professional abilities in applying technology in a business and organizational context.
• To equip students with critical, independent, and cooperative learning skills.

Program Content and Structure:

Year 1

• Semester 1
• -Academic Research Skills
• -Computer Architecture
• -Digital Thinking and Innovation
• -Mathematics and Statistics for Computing
• Semester 2
• -Operating Systems
• -Database Management
• -Information Systems with Cloud Concepts
• -Programming with Python

Year 2

• Semester 3
• -Object Oriented Programming
• -Algebra and Discrete Mathematics
• -System Analysis & Design
• -Fundamentals of UI/UX Design
• Semester 4
• -Responsive Web Design & Development
• -Introduction to VRAR and Metaverse
• -Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship
• -Introduction to IoT
• Semester 5
• -Cyber Security & Forensics
• -Introduction to AI
• -Networking Technologies
• -Capstone Project
• Semester 6
• -Internship (12 weeks)

Courses:

• Academic Research Skills: Develops critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Computer Architecture: Provides an overview of computer hardware and software components.
• Digital Thinking and Innovation: Introduces concepts of digital literacy, creativity, and innovation.
• Mathematics and Statistics for Computing: Covers mathematical and statistical concepts essential for computing.
• Operating Systems: Explores the principles and functions of operating systems.
• Database Management: Introduces database concepts, design, and management.
• Information Systems with Cloud Concepts: Examines the role of information systems in organizations and the impact of cloud computing.
• Programming with Python: Teaches the fundamentals of programming using Python.
• Object Oriented Programming: Introduces object-oriented programming concepts and principles.
• Algebra and Discrete Mathematics: Covers algebraic and discrete mathematical concepts relevant to computing.
• System Analysis & Design: Provides an overview of systems analysis and design methodologies.
• Fundamentals of UI/UX Design: Introduces the principles of user interface (UI) and user experience (UX) design.
• Responsive Web Design & Development: Teaches techniques for designing and developing responsive websites.
• Introduction to VRAR and Metaverse: Explores the concepts and technologies of virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and the Metaverse.
• Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship: Provides an introduction to entrepreneurship and innovation.
• Introduction to IoT: Introduces the concepts and technologies of the Internet of Things (IoT).
• Cyber Security & Forensics: Covers the principles and practices of cybersecurity and digital forensics.
• Introduction to AI: Provides an overview of concepts and applications of artificial intelligence (AI).
• Networking Technologies: Explores the principles and protocols of computer networks.
• Capstone Project: A major project that integrates skills and knowledge from the entire program.

Careers:

Upon completing this program, graduates may pursue careers in:

• Software development
• IT support
• Systems analysis
• Database administration
• Web development
• UI/UX design
• Cybersecurity
• AI
• IoT