Maximum credit awarded in this program for prior learning: 30 credits.

Program Learning Outcomes

The successful student graduated from the program will be able to

• analyze information systems and match information and communication technology (ICT) solutions to requirements
• accomplish the specification, design and implementation of ICT solutions that address business problems and requirements
• build applications using software components particularly in an organizational environment
• model solutions to problems before or as part of the process of implementation
• analyze problem situations and identify the requirements of possible solutions to fit customer/organizational needs
• build solutions in accordance with recognized approaches to good practice in ICT design and management
• identify the extent to which technological and/or organizational solutions, processes and techniques are effective
• adopt an efficient approach for information gathering, filtering and manipulation
• proficiently use information systems in an organizational environment to accomplish organizational goals and requirements make effective use of tools, methods and procedures to design, build and evaluate information systems
• efficiently learn new tools, technologies and methods that are required to be used by an ICT professional
• think logically and creatively
• perform effective research using a range of methods and sources
• adopt a methodical and rigorous approach to problem analysis and problem solving
• manage ICT development process
• manage ICT infrastructure to address business needs
• use effective project management methodologies to increase the chances of ICT project success
• make informed decisions and effective choices about ICT construction and management using practical and theoretical knowledge
• identify appropriate technologies and methods necessary to deliver products and services, related to current and future ICTs, that satisfy client needs
• use a critical and reflective awareness of the context, including the ethical and legal imperatives, in which professional activities are undertaken, when creating and/or managing ICT solutions
• competently practice appropriate professional skills, taking into account the ethical, social and legal dimensions that relate to those skills
• make effective use of the theories and models that underpin the application of those skills
• communicate clearly through a variety of electronic communication technologies to a variety of audiences
• present to a range of audiences reasoned arguments addressing a given technological opportunity
• conduct an informed debate on the merits and demerits of ICT solutions with others in the ICT industry as well as occupying other organizational roles
• efficiently work in and manage groups
• adopt a useful and productive role in a team
• allocate and undertake tasks leading to successful ICT projects
• apply knowledge of systems development lifecycles to accomplish successful ICT projects
• efficiently learn new tools, technologies and methods
• constructively reflect on past performance and future goals
• adopt a methodical and reflective approach to the acquisition of new skills and knowledge of ICTs

Possible Career Options

• Computer and Network Operator
• Computer Programmer
• Customer Support Analyst
• Data Administrator
• Systems Quality Assurance Analyst
• Database Analyst
• Helpdesk Technician
• Information Systems Consultant
• Software Development Specialist
• Software Support Specialist
• Systems Auditor
• Systems Security Analyst
• Web Technician
• Web Designer
• Webmaster

* Entrance requirements vary among educational institutions. It is the students’ responsibility to research the entrance requirements of other educational institutions.