DIPLOMA IN COMPUTER SCIENCE & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

The Department of Computer Science offers Diploma in Computer Science and Information Technology. This program has been designed to develop skills in information acquisition, processing, handling, retrieval and presentation. It provides balanced coverage of the various aspects of Computer Science and Information Technology and covers theory and practical experience that will allow the diploma holders to meet the challenge of today's technology. It acts as a conversion course and is intended for those who want to become computer professionals.

DURATION:

It is a one year duration program that comprises of two semesters. Each semester has 18 weeks duration.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants for admission to Diploma in Computer Science & Information Technology must have passed with at least 45% marks, Intermediate (Part I and II, or equivalent examination), or I.Com or ICS or DAE or 'A' level examinations or a valid Bachelor's degree.

"The General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) 'O' levels and School Certificate (SC) examinations are considered equivalent to Matriculation, and the GCE 'A' levels is considered equivalent to the Intermediate examination. For the GCSE ('O') and SC examinations, grades in 06 subjects are considered. 'A' level candidates must have passed 3 subjects".

MATHEMATICS DEFICIENCY COURSE:

Candidates without knowledge of Mathematics will be considered for admission but are required to take an additional 'Deficiency Course' during their first semester. However, candidates already qualified Mathematics at Intermediate or Bachelor level would be exempted from Mathematics Deficiency Course.

ASSESSMENT OF STUDY PROGRESS:

The students' study progress evaluation mechanism is based on continuous assessment throughout the semester by giving assignments, online quizzes, Graded Moderated Discussion Boards (GMDBs), mid-term and final term examinations.

AWARD OF DIPLOMA:

For the award of Diploma in Computer Science & Information Technology, a student is required to complete at least 36-credit hour's course work requirements with minimum CGPA of 2.00 out of 4.00

COURSES OF STUDY:

Diploma in Computer Science & Information Technology program comprised of following courses meant to study within the duration of at least two semesters.

Conversion of Diploma Courses towards 4-year BS in Computer Science/BS in Information Technology:

Diploma holders would have the choice to complete 4-year BS in Computer Science or BS in Information Technology by additionally qualifying at least 100 credit hours with minimum period of 3-years.

COURSES OF STUDY:

Diploma in Computer Science & Information Technology program comprised of following courses meant to study within the duration of at least two semesters.

Semester I

Course Code	Course Title	Credits
ENG101	English Comprehension	3
ENG201	Technical & Business English Writing	3
CS101	Introduction to Computing	3
CS201	Introduction to Programming	3
CS601	Data Communication	3
MTH302	Mathematics Deficiency course (if applicable)	3

Course Code	Course Title	Credits
CS301	Data Structures	3
CS304	Object Oriented Programming	3
CS403	Database Management Systems	3
CS410	Visual Programming	3
CS510	Web Design and Development	3
CS610	Computer Networks	3