Bachelor of Information Technology (Hons) (Data Communications and Networking)

Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours) (Data Communications and Networking)

(R3/0611/6/0054) 08/29 (MQA/FA16171)

Data Communications and Networking graduates are expected to possess the knowledge and skills necessary to design, build, maintain and manage network and communication systems in any organisation. Therefore, they will be learning core components of communication, such as Internet Computing, TCP/IP Programming, High-Speed Networks, Client Server Computing and Real Time Systems.

Ultimately, we expect our Data Communications and Networking graduates to branch into areas of communication and apply the knowledge they have acquired in the network technology and telecommunications.

PROGRAMME EDUCATION OBJECTIVES

PEO1: Computing practitioners in DCN who can demonstrate knowledge (LOD1) and skills (LOD2) to develop reliable computing solutions (LOD3) in various ICT application domains in line with industry requirements
PEO2: Computing practitioners who can deliver DCN related solutions individually or in team (LOD5) through effective interpersonal and communication skills (LOD4) with diverse stakeholders.
PEO3: Computing practitioners who can lead with autonomy and engage in team (LOD8) utilising computing skills (LOD6 & LOD7) in DCN to explore business opportunities (LOD10) and practice continual development through life-long learning (LOD9).
PEO4: Computing practitioners in DCN who uphold and integrate ethical and professional practices (LOD11) in servicing clients and society as a whole with self and professional integrity.

PROGRAMME OUTCOMES

PLO1: Describe and demonstrate knowledge of sciences and computing fundamentals in DCN field.
PLO2: Identify, formulate and provide creative, innovative and effective solutions to information technology or computing problems.
PLO3: Apply a range of essential methods and procedures to solve a broad range of problems in DCN field.
PLO4: Convey DCN-related ideas and solutions through effective interaction with diverse stakeholders.
PLO5: Communicate effectively individually or in teams, with diverse stakeholders.
PLO6: Use digital skills as well as a broad range of information, media and technology applications to solve problems in DCN field.
PLO7: Use numeracy skills as well as a broad range of information, media and technology applications to solve problems in DCN field.
PLO8: Demonstrate teamwork, accountability, autonomy and responsibility in delivering solutions related to the DCN field of study.
PLO9: Engage in self-directed lifelong learning to deliver solutions in DCN field.
PLO10: Demonstrate entrepreneurial competency to deliver solutions in DCN field.
PLO11: Demonstrate professional and ethical practices in delivering services related to DCN field.