Course Structure

Information Technology is a rapidly changing discipline that affects many aspects of modern industry. There is an acute shortage of computer professionals, so career prospects for students following IT courses are excellent.
   
The primary objective of the Diploma in Information Technology programme is to develop students with a strong, broad-based education in computing as a scientific and technological discipline. In this programme, students will gain an appreciation of the foundations of computation, an understanding of the structure of programming languages and the skills to put these concepts and technologies into practice. This programme will prepare students for roles in programming and software development, or research-based careers in the IT industry or to continue their higher studies.

Duration

• 2 ½ Years (Full-time)
• 7 semesters (Full-time)
  

Entry Requirement

• SPM with 3 credits and a pass in English and Mathematics or any equivalent qualification OR
• UEC with 3 Bs and a pass in Bahasa Malaysia and Mathematics OR
• Certificate in Information Communication Technology holders are granted exemptions

Grading & Assessment

• Assignments
• Mid-term examinations
• Group projects
• Practical examinations
• Final examinations
• Presentation

Final Award

Diploma in Information Technology  

Awarding Body

Olympia College

Modules

Modules :

• Computer Application
• Business Communication
• Academic English
• Business Mathematics
• Introduction to Information Technology
• Introduction to Programming
• Concepts of E-Commerce
• Introduction to Multimedia
• Web Programming
• Computerized Accounting
• Statistics
• Operating Systems
• Programming in C++
• Computer Architecture
• System Analysis and Design
• Network Essentials
• Introduction to Database
• Java Programming
• IT and Society
• Management Information Systems
• Visual Programming
• Discrete Mathematics
• Human Computer Interaction
• Data Communication & Networking
• Multimedia Deevelopment
• Project

MQA UNITS :

• Bahasa Malaysia A / B
• Islamic / Moral Studies
• Malaysian Studies

• The programme is approved by Malaysian Qualifications Agency.
• Students will be exposed to over 3 programming languages (C++, VB.NET, Java etc).
• Students are able to access over 3,400 online IT books through the college's electronic library.
• Students will gain transferable skills that any employer will value.
• Students will have the knowledge, understanding and skills they need to go on to employment or to further their studies.
• The College would also make arrangements for study loans from selected banks.
• Facilities: The computer labs are equipped with the latest specs of Pentium IV PCs and Wireless Internet connections.

Career Opportunities

A career in Information Technology is a career path of endless opportunities and diversity. IT offers the opportunity to work in any industry, anywhere in the world.

Careers in the IT industry range from highly technical positions such as Software Developer to more business oriented positions such as Business Analyst or E-Commerce Consultant.

IT professionals have a crucial and challenging part to play in the effective application of computers and computing technology to achieve effective processing of information. The ever-growing list of activities to which computing is applied and the importance of information processing generally have created excellent employment opportunities for persons who obtain appropriate qualifications in IT.

A qualification in Diploma in Information Technology will certainly guarantee one of the many jobs in computer design, software development, software engineering, systems analysis, database design, computer graphics and technical programming available in government, commercial and industrial sectors.

Programme Pathway

Students who qualify may apply to further their studies to relevant Degree and then an MBA.

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