Bachelor of Information Technology (Hons) (Security Technology)

Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours) (Security Technology)

(R3/0611/6/0050) 08/29 (MQA/FA16169)

The Security Technology programme is designed to develop knowledge and skills in the security management and technologies necessary for employment in areas such as government and corporate security, strategic facilities security, private sector and retail security, financial institutions and major security organisations.

The course emphasises the functions and management of security technology in the protection of assets and is supported by appropriate studies in cyber law and ethics. Graduates of this course will be equipped for a career in the security industry.

PROGRAMME EDUCATION OBJECTIVES

PEO1: Computing practitioners in ST 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 ST 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 ST to explore business opportunities (LOD10) and practice continual development through life-long learning (LOD9).
PEO4: Computing practitioners in ST 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 ST 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 ST field.
PLO4: Convey ST-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 ST field.
PLO7: Use numeracy skills as well as a broad range of information, media and technology applications to solve problems in ST field.
PLO8: Demonstrate teamwork, accountability, autonomy and responsibility in delivering solutions related to the ST field of study.
PLO9: Engage in self-directed lifelong learning to deliver solutions in ST field.
PLO10: Demonstrate entrepreneurial competency to deliver solutions in ST field.
PLO11: Demonstrate professional and ethical practices in delivering services related to ST field.