Bachelor of Information Technology (Hons.) Artificial Intelligence

(R/340/6/0226) 08/18 (A4187)

As computer systems increase their complexity and sophistication, the demand for intelligent advanced applications also increases in proportion. It is now a common practice and expectation to incorporate intelligent capabilities in the design of any computer application, from web-based intelligent search engines to stand-alone intelligent applications.

The objective of this course is to equip students with the necessary knowledge and skills required to be successful in building the much needed intelligent computer systems. Based on the solid foundations of Computer Science and Information Technology, the three-year degree programme covers the traditional grounds of artificial intelligence, such as fundamental in artificial intelligence and computational intelligence, Expert Systems, Natural Language Processing, Computer Vision. It then extends to advanced topics, such as Agent Technology, Pattern Recognition, etc.

PROGRAMME EDUCATION OBJECTIVES

  • Possess essential artificial intelligence knowledge and skills to develop reliable computing solutions in various ICT application domains
  • Apply related artificial intelligence techniques and scientific tools for problem solving
  • Advance in professional development through ethical teamwork with effective communication and interpersonal skills in artificial intelligence related field
  • Utilize artificial intelligence knowledge to explore business opportunities and practice continual development through life-long learning

PROGRAMME OUTCOMES

  • Acquire and apply knowledge of sciences and computing fundamentals to artificial intelligence field
  • Demonstrate comprehensive technical expertise in artificial intelligence
  • Demonstrate sensitivity to social needs and readiness to apply artificial intelligence solutions to address the challenges
  • Understand and commit professionally, ethically and with humane responsibility, in line with the information technology code of conduct
  • Communicate effectively, and function individually or in teams, with a capability to be a leader
  • Identify, formulate and provide creative, innovative and effective solution to information technology problems
  • Recognize the need for and to engage in life-long learning and professional development
  • Self motivate and enhance entrepreneurship skills for career development

CAREER PROSPECTS

  • Data Scientist, Intelligent Software Developer
  • AI Consultant, Knowledge Engineer
  • Software Engineer, Web Analyst
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STAFF

Prof. Ts. Dr. Tee Connie

Dean of IPS (Institute for Postgraduate Studies)/Professor

Ts. Dr. Goh Pey Yun

Assistant Professor

Ts. Amelia Kassim

Lecturer

Ts. Dr. Chong Lee Ying

Lecturer

Ts. Dr. Chong Siew Chin

Deputy Dean / Senior Lecturer

Assoc. Prof. Ts. Dr. Goh Kah Ong Michael

Associate Professor

Ts. Ibrahim Yusof

Lecturer

Prof. Ts. Dr. Heng Swee Huay

Professor

Ho Yean Li

Lecturer

Jaya Kumar Krishnan

Lecturer

Assoc. Prof. Ts. Dr. Kalaiarasi Sonai Muthu

Associate Professor

Ts. Dr. Khoh Wee How

Assistant Professor

Prof. Ts. Dr. Lau Siong Hoe

Dean / Professor

Ts. Dr. Law Check Yee

Foundation Senior Lecturer

Assoc. Prof. Ts. Dr. Lee Chin Poo

Associate Professor

Ts. Dr. Leow Meng Chew

Assistant Professor

Assoc. Prof. Ts. Dr. Lew Sook Ling

Associate Professor

Ts. Liew Tze Hui

Lecturer

Assoc. Prof. Ts. Dr. Lim Kian Ming

Associate Professor

Prof. Ts. Dr. Md. Shohel Sayeed

Professor

Mohd Fikri Azli Abdullah

Lecturer

Ts. Dr. Nazrul Muhaimin Ahmad

Lecturer

Ts. Dr. Neo Han Foon

Assistant Professor

Ts. Dr. Ng Chong Han

Assistant Professor

Ong Chia Sui

Assistant Professor

Ts. Dr. Ong Lee Yeng

Assistant Professor

Prof. Ts. Dr. Ong Thian Song

Deputy Dean / Professor

ASSOC. PROF. Ts. Dr. Ooi Shih Yin

Deputy Director, Technology Transfer Office/ Associate Professor

Assoc. Prof. Ts. Dr. Pang Ying Han

Associate Professor

Ts. Roy Chang Kwang Yang

Lecturer

Ts. Dr. Siti Fatimah Binti Abdul Razak

Deputy Dean / Senior Lecturer

Assoc. Prof. Ts. Dr. Tan Choo Kim

Associate Professor

Ts. Tan Choo Peng

Senior Lecturer

Dr. Tan Joon Liang

Senior Lecturer

Prof. Ts. Dr. Tan Shing Chiang

Professor

Ts. Dr. Subarmaniam Kannan

Senior Lecturer

Ts. Teo Chuan Chin

Lecturer

ASSOC. PROF. Ts. Dr. Wee Kuok Kwee

Associate Professors

Ts. Dr. Sumendra Yogarayan

Lecturer

Dr. Lim Jit Yan

Lecturer

Pa Pa Min

Lecturer

Dr. Tay Siok Wah

Lecturer

Dr. Senanayake Mudiyanselage Namal Arosha

Assistant Professor

Jashila Nair Mogan

Lecturer

Tan Yong Xuan

Lecturer