About School of Informatics Print Email продвижение сайтов Published on Tuesday, 15 November 2011 07:39 Written by HU WebAdmin Hits: 2033 Computer Science BACKGROUND PROFILE OF THE PROGRAME IN ETHIOPIA Computers play a major role in shaping the information or the knowledge age. They are also becoming essential in almost all activities of human life. Furthermore, with the decline in the price of computer hardware, nations, organizations and individuals that couldnt afford to have computers some years back can now afford to acquire them. However, the acquisition of the hardware is just one step towards computerization. The most important step is to be able to use them properly. This necessitates for a high number of skilled computer scientists who will develop the necessary applications for the computers, who will administer the computer systems and who will decide on computer system acquisitions of the organizations and all automation processes in general. Institutions, enterprises, organizations and companies in all sectors, public and private, are directly or indirectly being affected by the overwhelming information flow around the world. The effect goes down to small businesses and even to individuals. Every such unit should be equipped with tools that enable it to survive in such a dynamic world. Ethiopia is no exception and we must get ready to cope up with the influence of the knowledge age in our day‑to‑day life. A curriculum in Computer Science must be designed in such a way that it addresses the current needs of the country. Currently, the country has no sufficient number of competent computer professionals in the various fields of Computer Science. Various Governmental and other organizations have the desire to use modern information technology. However, there is an acute shortage of technical staff. The failure of many projects in IT in terms of implementation and sustainability is largely attributed to shortage of qualified professionals. Objectives of the Program The primary objective of the program is to produce a high quality graduate with an entrepreneurial and problem-solving mindset. The specific objectives of the program are: Educating and training students for the very dynamic and rapidly changing science and technology market. Educating and training students to become life-long learners by providing them with a sound base in computer science, basic sciences as well as general education. Motivating students to become innovators who can respond very positively to the challenges and opportunities presented by new ideas and technologies. Laying a strong foundation for, and instilling confidence in students who may want to pursue post-graduate studies later in life. Graduate Profile The graduates of the program would be able to: Have thorough understanding of theories, principles and methods in computer science; Articulate & demonstrate effectively computer & transferable knowledge& skills on computer science practices, theories & principles; Elicit user requirements for information system development; Analyze, design, develop & maintain software’s (Application & System software) Analyze, design, implement& administer computer networks Analyze, design, develop& administer database systems. Maintain & administer computer based information systems Analyze, design, develop, maintain, and administer web based applications, Apply the concept of professional practices and ethics Assist, participate and contribute in research activities in the area of computer science Design, analyze and implement computer algorithms Degree Nomenclature English Bachelor of Science in Computer Science Amharic የሳይንስ ባችለር ዲግሪ በኮምፒዩተር ሳይንስ Admission Requirements Admission requirements would be similar to the general institutional requirements. Quality Assurance - Maintaining the Quality of the Program Comprehensive examinations and colleague assessment of examination papers and teaching methods; Periodical workshops (with stakeholders, teachers and graduates); Assessments by using survey project works (researches), internships, and link programs; Graduates evaluation of the program; Standardization of course offerings through preparation of general course outlines, exam contents, and external audit; Annual assessment of the program by the teaching staff; Establishing Alumni of Graduates as a mechanism to assess their career development; Working closely with the relevant professional associations to assess graduates performance. Ensuring lab sessions conduction manner as per the requirements set in the curriculum. Graduation Requirements The major graduation requirements for Regular and CEP program include: Successful completion of all courses; A Cumulative Grade Point Average (C.G.P.A) of at least 2.00; A cumulative Grade Point Average(CGPA) of at least 2.00 in major courses; At least C grade in the Industrial project courses; No grade of F in any of the courses. Information Systems BACK GROUND PROFILE OF THE PROGRAME IN ETHIOPIA Despite the fact that Information Systems as a profession was given in some advanced countries since some decades ago, the field is too young in our country. The government of Ethiopia is now desperately embarking on the introduction and expansion of the ICT sector as tool for the country’s development. Therefore, to get what is expected from the sector, having well trained Information Systems professional on the Information Systems discipline is believed as a core activity. Until recent years, there were no institutes that train Information Systems professionals except Addis AbabaUniversity, which had launched the Information Systems program in 2002 at BSc level. Currently, the program is being offered by some private institutes in addition to the government owned universities. OBJECTIVES AND DEMAND FOR THE PROGRAM Educational Objectives and Competency Profile The program is devised to meet the following objectives: To produce professionals capable of efficiently collecting, organizing, interpreting and managing information in a scientific way. To produce professionals who can analyze, design, develop, implement, and manage information systems and projects. To produce professionals who can make use of technology in industries, banks and other sectors. To produce professionals who can work in organizations and able to implement and manage automated information systems for different scientific, educational, commercial and other purposes. To produce professionals with motivation towards higher education in the field and to conduct research and development works in the area of information systems and technologies. Graduate Profile Up on completion of the program, information systems graduates have the following knowledge, skill and values: They will have a practical skill in various technological aspects: Application Development: programming principles, objects, algorithms, modules, and testing; application development requirement specifications development; algorithmic design, data object and file structures; client server software development. Internet System Architecture and Development: Web architecture design, Webpage development, Webpage maintenance, Webpage evaluation and quality control. Database Design and Administration: Modelling and design, construction, schema tools, and DB systems; triggers, stored procedures, design and development of audit controls; administration, security, safety, backup, repairs and replicating. Systems and Network Administration: computer systems hardware, networking (LAN, WAN) and telecommunications, LAN/WAN design and management systems software, Operating systems management, systems configuration operations and administration. System analysis and Design, business process design, Systems Implementation, Information Systems project management: Strategic utilization of information technology and systems, information systems planning, IT and organizational systems, systems analysis, logical and physical design, design execution, testing, deployment, maintenance, use of IT, customer service. Information Systems adoption: customize, configure, and maintain IS solutions and evaluate and recommend appropriate applications in different environmental settings. Social and Security issues: identify security threats, protection mechanisms, social, economical and political issues related to IS. They will be able to analyze and gather information needs of users in scientific way. They will have knowledge and understanding of organizational structure, business rules, procedures, and organizational theories. They will get fundamental knowledge and understanding in the areas of management and management functions i.e. planning, organizing, staffing, leading/ directing, and controlling. They will have good analytical and critical thinking skills related to Information System development. They are able to demonstrate problem solving and creative thinking skills; good ethics; and professionalism in the work environment. They will get good interpersonal communication, leadership, and teamwork skills. They will be able to communicate in professional way and acquire good report writing skill. Professional Profile Upon successful completion of the program, an Information Systems (IS) Professional can work in the following areas/ positions: The graduate can work as Information System specialist who can help in planning the acquisition of Information Systems; support the Information Systems functions; manage and maintain Information Systems in an organization. IS professional can serve as system analyst who can identify and model users’ information requirements; analyze systems; design new or improved version of an existing computerized Information Systems. IS professional can work as Computer Information Systems Managers, Computer Systems Administration, Computer Software Engineer, Database Specialist, Network Administrator, Information System Security Expert, IT/ICT Officer, Web Designer, Web Content Editors, Website Administrator, Computer/ Network Security Consultant, etc. In addition to analysis and designing, an IS professional can develop new systems. IS professional can work as ICT consultant as well as ICT policy maker. They also serve in educational institutions as IT Trainer, Instructor, Researcher, etc. The above job positions do not represent the complete/ exhaustive list of positions appropriate for IS professionals. Information Technology Background It has been feeling in different corners and levels during the last years, that along with the present program of B.Sc in Computer Science, there is an urgent need of offering another program specifically targeted towards the technology needs of organizations. Information Technology (IT) has been demanded by potential employers in the country. IT degrees arose because degree programmes in computer science were not providing a sufficient number of graduates capable of fulfilling these (technology needs of organizations) very real needs. Computer science emphases the scientific principles and theories of computing and is lead to the development of new knowledge in computing fields. Whereas Information technology is a relatively new and rapidly growing field that started in response to practical, everyday needs of organizations. Information Technology is a term that has two meanings. On the one hand Information Technology (Information Communication Technologies) is a general term encompassing all of computing. On the other hand, IT is used in universities to indicate a subject area that meets the computing technology needs of organizations. General Objective To produce high quality IT Graduate with entrepreneur and problem solving mind set. Specific Objective To produce graduates who possess the right combination of knowledge and practical skills to take care of an organization’s technology and infrastructure needs and peoples that needs it. To produce professionals that take responsibilities for selecting hardware and software products appropriate for an organization, integrating those products with organizational needs and infrastructure To produce graduates who installing, customizing and maintaining applications (network installation, network administration, Web site design, development of multimedia resources, installation of communication components and oversight of email system ) for the organization. To produce professionals to work in organizations implementing and managing automated information systems for different scientific, educational, commercial and other purposes. To produce graduates that plan and manage the technology lifecycle by which an organization’s technology is maintained, upgraded and replaced. Goals of an IT program IT programs aim to provide IT graduates with the skills and knowledge to take on appropriate professional positions in Information Technology upon graduation and grow into leadership positions or pursue research or graduate studies in the field. Specifically, within five years of graduation a student must be able to: Explain and apply appropriate information technologies and employ appropriate methodologies to help an individual or organization achieve its goals and objectives; Manage the information technology resources of an individual or organization; Anticipate the changing direction of information technology and evaluate and communicate the likely utility of new technologies to an individual or organization; Understand and for some to contribute to the scientific, mathematical and theoretical foundations on which information technologies are built; Live and work as a contributing, well-rounded member of society. Graduate Profile In general, the graduates of the program will have the ability to: a) use and apply current technical concepts and practice in the core information technologies; b) Analyze, identify and define the IT requirements that must be satisfied to address problems or opportunities faced by organizations or individuals. c) Design effective and usable IT-based solutions and integrate them into the user environment; d) Identify and evaluate current and emerging technologies and assess their applicability to address the user’s needs; e) Analyze the impact of technology on individual, organization and society. f) Assist in the creation of an effective project plan. g) Analyze, adopt and demonstrate IT best practices, standards and their application. h) Demonstrate independent critical thinking and problem solving skill i)Collaborate in teams to accomplish a common goal by integrating personal initiatives and group cooperation. j)Communicate effectively and efficiently with clients, users and peers both verbally and in writing, using appropriate terminology. k)Implement, maintain and manage information technologies and services. l)Implement, maintain and manage Web based systems and services. m)Implement maintain and manage data and database systems. n)Recognize the need for continued learning throughout their career. Attitudes and Values The graduates will be inspired: To have professionalism at the center of their mentality; To have a positive and responsive attitude towards the value of information resources and towards their profession (love, dedication, commitment, etc.); To have good personal confidence in their jobs and professional activities; To have the sense of co-operation, honesty, loyalty, etc.; and To be ethical. Degree Nomenclature Bachelor of Science Degree in Information Technology Admission Requirements Admission requirements would be similar to the general institutional requirements. Graduation Requirements The major graduation requirements include: Successful completion of 148credit hours; A Cumulative Grade Point Average (C.G.P.A) of at least 2.00; Major Grade point Average of at least 2.00; No grade of F in any of the courses.
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