School of Computing prospectus 2012 - Walter Sisulu University

Course Code Course Title Semester Credits Course
Type
CSEC4/0 Computer Security IV 2 12 Core
PMAN4/0 Project Management IV 2 12 Core
ITMA4/0 Information Technology Management IV 2 12 Core
ADEV4/0 Advanced Development Software IV 2 12 Core
11.2.5.3.7 ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must have successfully completed the National Diploma or equivalent
programme in a cognate discipline with a minimum 60% pass.
11.2.5.4 Bachelor of Technology: Information Technology (Software
Development)
DESCRIPTION OF THE PROGRAMME
11.2.5.4.1 NAME OF PROGRAMME
Bachelor of Technology: Information Technology (Software Development)
11.2.5.4.2 PURPOSE STATEMENT
Thee programme provides students with the advanced skills needed for careers
involving the design, configuration and implementation of computer networks.
11.2.5.4.3 RATIONALE OF PROGRAMME
Information Technologists are required locally, nationally, and internationally in the
scientific, business and manufacturing industries. A BTech degree also naturally leads
to a research higher degree at master or doctorate level.
11.2.5.4.4 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Graduates enjoy excellent career prospects as the majority of businesses countrywide
require personnel skilled in programming, computer networks. Students can go to
more interesting research and development positions in the ICT industries because of
their extra skills.
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