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HISTORY AND PHILOSOPHY

The Department of Information Technology came into existence in 1999/2000 session after the approval of the programme by the University Senate which was upheld by the National Universities Commission. The department took off from the defunct General Studies Unit. In 2000/2001, the department admitted its first set of students into 100 and 200 levels respectively.

PHILOSOPHY OF THE DEPARTMENT
Without doubt, the new millennium is the age of Information Technology; an age in which the revolution in computing and information handling is going to be so profound as to affect every facet of our national life. Nowhere will this revolution be more noticeable than in the field, of information management which has witnessed radical transformations with the introduction of new technologies for the storage, processing and provision of massive quantities of information to millions of people at the fastest possible speed and the shortest possible time. This phenomenon calls for innovative programmes that seek to equip students with skills which combine knowledge of management and communication with relevant knowledge of Information Technology to enable them function effectively in their role as Information Technology managers in the new information age.

The B. Tech. Degree in Information and Communication Technology is an innovative programme designed to build the human capacity in Information Technology and communication studies to meet the growing need in public and private sector organisations for Professionals with relevant Information Technology (IT) and management knowledge and skills.

To this end, the degree focuses on IT studies with emphasis on the hands-on acquisition of a range of marketable ‘real-world’ competencies and management principles which address both the human and the ‘systems’ sides of management. In addition, emphasis is placed on communication studies including writing and presentation skills.

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AIMS AND OBJECTIVES
The course is aimed at producing Information Technology Professionals who will:
i. Combine knowledge of information technology with management and communication studies for the benefit of organisations.

ii. Possess ability to develop an understanding of the analysis, design, development and implementation of relevant IT systems and management skills to enhance their capability to function as Information Technology experts and achieve the strategic aims of organisations they may find themselves.

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THE PROGRAMME
The B. Tech. Information and Communication Technology degree is a joint programme taught by the Department of Information Technology in collaboration with the Departments of Management Technology and the Department of Maths and Computer Science.

The programme balances theory and practice, meeting the demands of a rapidly evolving subject and the information technology industry. It provides an excellent preparation for graduates seeking a challenging and rewarding career in the fields of IT and communication studies, offering a high level of knowledge and practical skills in computing, management and communication.

The computing and information technology elements of the programme emphasise the skills required to provide computer systems and business management solutions appropriate to a modern working environment. This includes courses in personal and multi-user databases, business data communications and practical aspects of computer applications development as they relate to industry. The business component of the course covers topics such as Entrepreneurial Development, Finance and Management including the opportunity to study Accounting and Human Resource Management. The Communication and Media component of the course provides a broad-based training in media and communication studies, focussing on aspects of language and communication, media forms and representations, and Technical Communications.

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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

(i) (a) Candidates need to be numerate, but the programme does not demand exceptional mathematical ability. Candidates should, have five ‘O’Level credits including English, Economics and Maths at O-LEVEL.

(b) An acceptable performance in Joint Matriculation Examination is required in addition to the required five credits.

(ii) Holders of OND and HND certificates are eligible for admission into 200 and 300 level respectively. In addition, candidates must meet the condition in 1(a) above.

(iii) Candidates with HSC/GCE ‘A’ Level/IJMB certificates in relevant subjects are eligible for admission into 200 level.

DURATION OF THE STUDY - 5 year programme for UME and 4 years for Direct entry.

DEGREE AWARDED - B. Tech. (Information and Communication Technology)

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STAFF

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Teaching and Research Facilities Available in the Department

Information Technology computer laboratory, multi-media laboratory, language laboratory and classrooms for undergraduate and post-graduate studies.

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COURSE OUTLINE

100 LEVEL: FIRST SEMESTER

ELECTIVES

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Minimum electives to be taken is four (4) Units.

SECOND SEMESTER

ELECTIVES

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Minimum electives to be taken is two (2) Units.

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200 LEVEL: FIRST SEMESTER

ELECTIVES

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Minimum electives to be taken is two (2) Units.

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SECOND SEMESTER

ELECTIVES

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Minimum electives to be taken is two (2) Units.

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300 LEVEL: FIRST SEMESTER

ELECTIVES

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Minimum electives to be taken is three (3) Units.

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SECOND SEMESTER

ELECTIVES

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Minimum electives to be taken is two (2) Units.

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400 LEVEL: FIRST SEMESTER

ELECTIVES

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Minimum electives to be taken is three (3) Units.

SECOND SEMESTER

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500 LEVEL: FIRST SEMESTER