Information Technology Associate of Applied Science Degree Programmes
The Information Technology Associate degree program provides students with a firm understanding of computer hardware, software, and its interaction in a networked environment.
Information Technology Management
Information Technology Management
Associate of Applied Science Degree Programme
Program Duration: 24 months
Mode of Delivery: Blended
Program Description:
The Information Technology Management program provides students with a well-rounded understanding of the core knowledge and training needed to pursue various career paths in the IT industry. The program also provides soft skills and technical skills for providing customer support in a networked office and business environment. The course content prepares students to install/troubleshoot information technology equipment, implement basic web applications and support its users. The program provides key project management and professionalism principles that are required by industry professionals. In addition, students are required to sit internationally recognized certification exams related to specific levels of classes in the program. Certifications include; CompTIA IT Fundamentals, A+, Network +, Linux +, Project +, Security +, Microsoft Windows and OCA Java Programmer. The Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute Associate of Applied Science – Information Technology Management degree, is awarded upon successful completion of the program.
Programme Goals:
This program seeks to provide the specialized know-how and critical-thinking skills required for a career as an Information Technology associate level manager. The students are required to sit many of the industries international professional certifications including the CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, Microsoft Windows, HTML JavaScript etc. They will achieve experience in business, entrepreneurship, mathematics and communication in addition to the information technology management skills. The main topics will include:
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Database management
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SOHO Network administration and infrastructures
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Computer and Network Security
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Introduction to Business
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Computer administration
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Basic website development and management
Programme Department:
Information Technology Department
General Entry Requirements:
To enter the program students are required to have Mathematics and English BGCSE with grades of C or above.
Programme Requirements:
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Students complete the following: |
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Total Hours: |
67 |
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Major Course Credits: |
39 |
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Core Course Credits: |
12 |
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General Education Course Credits: |
16 |
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Major Courses |
Hours |
Lab Hours |
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CSD 1101 Introduction to Java |
(3 hours) |
(4 hours) |
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CSD 1202 Intermediate Java |
(3 hours) |
(4 hours) |
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CIT 1102 Computer and Mobile Devices (VL) |
(3 hours) |
(0 hours) |
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CIT 1105 Professional Performance and Ethics |
(3 hours) |
(4 hours) |
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CIT 1201 Network Essentials (VL) |
(3 hours) |
(4 hours) |
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CIT 1203 Operating Systems Essentials (VL) |
(3 hours) |
(4 hours) |
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ENT 1299 Entrepreneurship |
(3 hours) |
(0 hours) |
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CIT 2101 Introduction to Linux (VL) |
(3 hours) |
(4 hours) |
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CIT 2102 Intermediate Networking (VL) |
(3 hours) |
(4 hours) |
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CIT 2205 Microsoft Windows (VL) |
(3 hours) |
(4 hours) |
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CIT 2204 I.T Security (VL) |
(3 hours) |
(4 hours) |
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CSD 2206 Project Management |
(3 hours) |
(2 hours) |
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CIT 2202 Intermediate Linux (VL) |
(3 hours) |
(4 hours) |
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Core Courses |
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CIT 1000 I.T Fundamentals |
(3 hours) |
(4 hours) |
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CIT 1103 Database Management |
(3 hours) |
(4 hours) |
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CMS 1000 Desktop Applications |
(3 hours) |
(3 hours) |
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CIT 1202 A+ Certification Review (VL) |
(0 hours) |
(2 hours) |
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CIT 2210 Internship |
(3hours) |
(0 hours) |
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OSHA 0000 OSHA – 10 Hours |
(0 hours) |
(0 hours) |
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General Education Courses (included in core) |
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MAT 1105 |
College Algebra |
(3 hours) |
(0 hours) |
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ENG 1102 |
College English |
(3 hours) |
(0 hours) |
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HUM 2200 PSY 2200 |
Into to Humanities OR General Psychology |
(3 hours) |
(0 hours) |
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PHY 2000 |
College Physics |
(3 hours) |
(0 hours) |
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MAT 2298 |
Introduction to Calculus |
(3 hours) |
(0 hours) |
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SLS 0003 |
Student Success |
(1 credit hour) |
(0 hours) |
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Certifications |
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CERT 1021 |
CompTIA I.T Fundamentals Lab (VL) |
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CERT 1033 |
Database Foundations |
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CERT 1027 |
CompTIA Linux + Exam 1 |
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CERT 1024 |
CompTIA Network+ |
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CERT 1030 |
MTA Microsoft Windows |
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CERT 1022 |
CompTIA A+ Practical |
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CERT 1023 |
CompTIA A+ Essentials |
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CERT 1025 |
CompTIA Security+ |
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CERT 1029 |
CompTIA Project+ |
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CERT 1028 |
CompTIA Linux + Exam 2 |
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Graduation Requirements
Students are required to pass all major courses.
RECOMMENDED SEQUENCE
(Full-Time Students)
First Semester
OSHA 0000 OSHA – 10 Hours
SLS 0003 Student Success MAT 1105 College Algebra
CIT 1103 Database Management CMS 1000 Desktop Applications CIT 1000 I.T Fundamentals CSD 1101 Introduction to Java
CERT 1033 Database Foundations
CERT 1021 CompTIA I.T Fundamentals Lab (VL)
Second Semester
ENG 1105 College English
CIT 2206 Project Management
CIT 1102 Computer and Mobile Devices (VL) CIT 1105 Professional Performance and Ethics CIT 1201 Network Essentials (VL)
CSD 1202 Intermediate Java
Third Semester
CIT 1203 Operating Systems Essentials (VL) ENT 1299 Entrepreneurship
CIT 2101 Introduction to Linux (VL) CIT 2102 Intermediate Networking (VL) CIT 2205 Microsoft Windows (VL)
CIT 1202 A+ Certification Review (VL)
CERT 1022 CompTIA A+ Practical CERT 1023 CompTIA A+ Essentials CERT 1027 CompTIA Linux + Exam 1 CERT 1024 CompTIA Network+ CERT 1030 MTA Microsoft Windows
Fourth Semester
CIT 2204 I.T Security (VL) PHY 2000 College Physics
MAT 2298 Introduction to Calculus CIT 2202 Intermediate Linux (VL) CIT 2210 Internship (After 50 credits)
Choose Any One
HUM 2200 Into to Humanities PSY 2200 General Psychology
CERT 1028 CompTIA Linux + Exam 2 CERT 1025 CompTIA Security+ CERT 1029 CompTIA Project+
RECOMMENDED SEQUENCE
(Part-Time Students)
First Semester
OSHA 0000 OSHA – 10 Hours
SLS 0003 Student Success MAT 1105 College Algebra
CIT 1103 Database Management
CERT 1033 Database Foundations
Second Semester
CMS 1000 Desktop Applications CIT 1000 I.T Fundamentals CSD 1101 Introduction to Java
CERT 1021 CompTIA I.T Fundamentals Lab (VL)
Third Semester
ENG 1105 College English
CIT 1102 Computer and Mobile Devices (VL) CIT 1105 Professional Performance and Ethics
Fourth Semester
CIT 1201 Network Essentials (VL) CSD 1202 Intermediate Java
Fifth Semester
CIT 1203 Operating Systems Essentials (VL) ENT 1299 Entrepreneurship
CIT 2101 Introduction to Linux (VL) CERT 1022 CompTIA A+ Practical CERT 1023 CompTIA A+ Essentials CERT 1027 CompTIA Linux + Exam 1
Sixth Semester
CIT 2102 Intermediate Networking (VL) CIT 2205 Microsoft Windows (VL)
CIT 1202 A+ Certification Review (VL)
CERT 1024 CompTIA Network+ CERT 1030 MTA Microsoft Windows
Seventh Semester
CIT 2204 I.T Security (VL) PHY 2000 College Physics
MAT 2298 Introduction to Calculus
Eighth Semester
CIT 2206 Project Management CIT 2202 Intermediate Linux (VL) Choose Any One
HUM 2200 Into to Humanities PSY 2200 General Psychology
CERT 1028 CompTIA Linux + Exam 2 CERT 1025 CompTIA Security+ CERT 1029 CompTIA Project+
Ninth Semester
CIT 2210 Internship
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• Special sittings will be held on the first Friday
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Network Engineering
Network Engineering Associate of Applied Science Degree Programme
Program Duration: 24 months
Mode of Delivery: Blended
Program Description:
The associates of Applied Science in Networking Engineering degree are an Information Technology degree with concentration in Networking. The program emphasizes the necessary knowledge for a Network professional to support and maintain specific networking environments. In addition, students are required to sit internationally recognized certification exams related to specific levels of classes in the program. Certifications may include; CompTIA IT Fundamentals, Network +, Certified Wireless Specialist (CWS) and Cisco Certified Network Administrator (CCNA). The Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute Associate of Applied Science – Network Engineering degree, is awarded upon successful completion of the program.
Programme Goals:
This program seeks to provide students with hands-on experience in network installation, maintenance, administration and support. Students will also complete the CompTIA Network+ and Cisco CCENT and CCNA industry certifications as a part of this program. This will allow the students to possess the skills required to setup and maintain business computer networks. Students will also study some basic information technology management concepts and intermediate mathematics and physics. These students will also receive training in business, project planning/management. The main courses will cover the following topics:
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Database management
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Network administration
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Network infrastructures
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Computer and Network Security
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Introduction to Business
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Computer administration
Programme Department:
Information Technology Department
General Entry Requirements:
To enter the program students are required to have Mathematics and English BGCSE with grades of C or above.
Programme Requirements:
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Students complete the following: |
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Total Credit Hours: |
67 |
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Major Course Credits: |
30 |
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Core Course Credits: |
21 |
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General Education Course Credits: |
16 |
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Major Courses |
Credit Hours |
Lab Hours |
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CIT 2101 Introduction to Linux |
(3 credit hours) |
( 4 hours) |
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CIT 1102 Computer and Mobile Devices |
(3 credit hours) |
( 4 hours) |
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CNE 1100 Introduction to Networks (Cisco) |
(3 credit hours) |
(4 hours) |
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CIT 1201 Networking Essentials (SOHO) |
(3 credit hours) |
( 4 hours) |
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CIT 1203 Operating Systems Essentials |
(3 credit hours) |
(4 hours) |
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CNE 2210 Routing and Switching Essentials (Cisco) |
(3 credit hours) |
(4 hours) |
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CIT 2205 Microsoft Windows |
(3 credit hours) |
(4 hours) |
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CNE 2201 Wireless Networking |
(3 credit hours) |
(4 hours) |
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CNE 2230 Scaling Networks (Cisco) |
(3 credit hours) |
(4 hours) |
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CNE 2240 Connecting Networks (Cisco) |
(3 credit hours) |
(4 hours) |
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Core Courses |
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CIT 1000 I.T Fundamentals |
(3 credit hours) |
(4 hours) |
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CSD 1101 Introduction to Java |
(3 credit hours) |
(4 hours) |
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CIT 1103 Database Management |
(3 credit hours) |
(4 hours) |
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CSD |
1100 |
HTML and JavaScript OR Desktop Applications |
(3 credit hours) |
(4 hours) |
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CMS |
1000 |
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CIT |
1202 |
A+ Certification Review |
(0 credit hours) |
(2 hours) |
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ENT |
1299 |
Entrepreneurship |
(3 credit hours) |
(0 hours) |
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CIT Ethics |
1105 |
Professional Performance and |
(3 credit hours) |
(4 hours) |
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CIT |
2210 |
Internship |
(3 credit hours) |
(0 hours) |
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OSHA 0000 |
OSHA – 10 Hours |
(0 credit hours) |
(0 hours) |
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General Education Courses (included in core) |
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MAT |
1105 |
College Algebra |
(3 credit hours) |
(0 hours) |
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ENG |
1102 |
College English |
(3 credit hours) |
(0 hours) |
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HUM |
2200 |
Into to Humanities OR General Psychology |
(3 credit hours) |
(0 hours) |
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PSY |
2200 |
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PHY |
2000 |
College Physics |
(3 credit hours) |
(0 hours) |
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MAT |
2298 |
Introduction to Calculus |
(3 credit hours) |
(0 hours) |
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SLS |
0003 |
Student Success |
(1 credit hour) |
(0 hours) |
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Certifications |
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CERT 1021 |
CompTIA I.T Fundamentals |
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CERT |
1033 |
Database Certification |
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CERT |
1027 |
CompTIA Linux + |
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CERT 1022 CompTIA A+ Practical |
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CERT 1023 CompTIA A+ Essentials |
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CERT 1040 Cisco ICND1 |
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CERT 1050 Wireless Certification |
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CERT 1030 Microsoft MTA Certification |
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CERT 1041 Cisco ICND2 |
Graduation Requirements
Students are required to pass all major courses.
RECOMMENDED SEQUENCE
(Full-Time Students)
First Semester
OSHA 0000 OSHA – 10 Hours
SLS 0003 Student Success CIT 1000 I.T Fundamentals CSD 1101 Introduction to Java MAT 1105 College Algebra
CIT 1103 Database Management
CERT 1033 Database Certification CERT 1021 CompTIA I.T Fundamentals
Choose Any One
CSD 1100 HTML and JavaScript
OR
CMS 1000 Desktop Applications
Second Semester
CIT 1203 Operating Systems Essentials ENG 1102 College English
CIT 2101 Introduction to Linux
CIT 1102 Computer and Mobile Devices CNE 1100 Introduction to Networks (Cisco) CIT 1201 Networking Essentials (SOHO)
CERT 1027 CompTIA Linux +
Third Semester
CNE 2201 Wireless Networking CIT 1202 A+ Certification Review ENT 1299 Entrepreneurship
CNE 2210 Routing and Switching Essentials (Cisco) CIT 1105 Professional Performance and Ethics
CIT 2205 Microsoft Windows
CERT 1030 Microsoft MTA Certification CERT 1040 Cisco ICND1
CERT 1022 CompTIA A+ Practical CERT 1023 CompTIA A+ Essentials CERT 1050 Wireless Certification CERT 1041 Cisco ICND2
Fourth Semester
PHY 2000 College Physics
MAT 2298 Introduction to Calculus CNE 2230 Scaling Networks (Cisco) CNE 2240 Connecting Networks (Cisco)
CIT 2210 Internship (After 50 credit hours)
Choose Any One
HUM 2200 Into to Humanities
OR
PSY 2200 General Psychology
RECOMMENDED SEQUENCE
(Part-Time Students)
First Semester
OSHA 0000 OSHA – 10 Hours
SLS 0003 Student Success CIT 1000 I.T Fundamentals CSD 1101 Introduction to Java MAT 1105 College Algebra
CERT 1033 Database Certification CERT 1021 CompTIA I.T Fundamentals
Second Semester
CSD 1100 HTML and JavaScript
OR
CMS 1000 Desktop Applications ENG 1102 College English
CIT 2101 Introduction to Linux
Third Semester
CIT 1102 Computer and Mobile Devices CNE 1100 Introduction to Networks (Cisco) CIT 1201 Networking Essentials (SOHO)
CERT 1027 CompTIA Linux +
Fourth Semester
CIT 1203 Operating Systems Essentials CIT 1202 A+ Certification Review ENT 1299 Entrepreneurship
CERT 1030 Microsoft MTA Certification CERT 1040 Cisco ICND1
Fifth Semester
CNE 2210 Routing and Switching Essentials (Cisco)
CIT 1105 Professional Performance and Ethics CIT 2205 Microsoft Windows
CERT 1022 CompTIA A+ Practical CERT 1023 CompTIA A+ Essentials
Sixth Semester
CNE 2201 Wireless Networking PHY 2000 College Physics
MAT 2298 Introduction to Calculus
Seventh Semester
CNE 2230 Scaling Networks (Cisco) CNE 2240 Connecting Networks (Cisco) HUM 2200 Into to Humanities
OR
PSY 2200 General Psychology CERT 1050 Wireless Certification
Eighth Semester
CIT 2210 Internship CERT 1041 Cisco ICND2
Software Engineering
Software Engineering Associate of Applied Science Degree Programme
Program Duration: 24 months
Mode of Delivery: Blended
Program Description:
The associates of Applied Science in Software Engineering degree are an Information Technology degree with concentration in software programming for desktop, and web applications. Software engineers work with many other information technology (IT) professionals, such as hardware and network engineers, programmers and technical writers. The program emphasizes the necessary knowledge for a Software professional to support, develop, test and maintain specific software programs and apps. In addition, students are required to sit internationally recognized certification exams related to specific levels of classes in the program. Certifications may include CompTIA IT Fundamentals and Linux+ along with the Oracle Certified Associate & Professional Programmer. The Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute Associate of Applied Science – Software Engineering degree, is awarded upon successful completion of the program.
Programme Goals:
The Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Software Engineering (AE) seeks to provide training for students which will allow them to maintain and develop software applications and systems.
Students will also study some basic information technology management concepts and intermediate mathematics and physics. These students will also receive training in business, project planning/management. The main courses will cover the following topics:
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Database management
-
Network administration and network infrastructures
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Web design
-
Computer security
-
Linux
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Java or C++ programming
Programme Department:
Information Technology Department
General Entry Requirements:
To enter the program students are required to have Mathematics and English BGCSE with grades of C or above.
Programme Requirements:
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Students complete the following: |
|
|
Total Hours: |
67 |
|
Major Course Credits: |
30 |
|
Core Course Credits: |
21 |
|
General Education Course Credits: |
16 |
|
Major Courses |
Total Credit Hours |
Lab Hours |
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CSD 1105 PHP & MYSQL |
(3 hours) |
(4 hours) |
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CSD 1205 Web Development .NET |
(3 hours) |
(4 hours) |
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CSD 2203 Advanced JavaScript |
(3 hours) |
(4 hours) |
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CSD 1110 Introduction to C++ |
(3 hours) |
(4 hours) |
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CSD 1210 Intermediate to C++ |
(3 hours) |
(4 hours) |
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CSD 2201 Introduction to Android Development |
(3 hours) |
(4 hours) |
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CSD 2207 System Analysis & Design |
(3 hours) |
(4 hours) |
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CSD 2208 User Interface (UI)Design |
(3 hours) |
(4 hours) |
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CSD 2202 Advanced Android Development |
(3 hours) |
(4 hours) |
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CSD 2200 Python 1 |
(3 hours) |
(2 hours) |
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ENT 1299 Entrepreneurship |
(3 hours) |
(0 hours) |
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CIT 2210 Internship |
(3 hours) |
(0 hours) |
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Core Courses |
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CIT |
1000 |
I.T Fundamentals |
(3 hours) |
(4 hours) |
|
CSD |
1101 |
Introduction to Java |
(3 hours) |
(4 hours) |
|
CIT |
1103 |
Database Management |
(3 hours) |
(4 hours) |
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CSD |
1100 |
HTML and JavaScript OR Desktop Applications |
(3 hours) |
(4 hours) |
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MS |
1000 |
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CSD |
1202 |
Intermediate Java |
(3 hours) |
(4 hours) |
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CIT Ethics |
1105 |
Professional Performance and |
(3 hours) |
(4 hours) |
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CIT |
2101 |
Introduction to Linux |
(3 hours) |
(4 hours) |
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General Education Courses (included in core) |
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MAT |
1105 |
College Algebra |
(3 hours) |
(0 hours) |
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ENG |
1102 |
College English |
(3 hours) |
(0 hours) |
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PHY |
2000 |
College Physics |
(3 hours) |
(0 hours) |
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MAT |
2298 |
Introduction to Calculus |
(3 hours) |
(0 hours) |
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HUM |
2200 |
Into to Humanities OR General Psychology |
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(0 hours) |
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PSY |
2200 |
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SLS |
0003 |
Student Success |
(1 hour) |
(0 hours) |
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Certifications |
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CERT CompTIA I.T Fundamentals Cert. |
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CERT 1060 Java Foundations (Java SE) |
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CERT 1033 Database Certification |
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CERT 1031 Microsoft MTA HTML5 |
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CERT 1061 Java Programmer -1 |
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CERT 1028 CompTIA Linux + Certification |
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Graduation Requirements
Students are required to pass all major courses.
RECOMMENDED SEQUENCE
(Full-Time Students)
First Semester
OSHA 0000 OSHA – 10 Hours
SLS 0003 Student Success CIT 1000 I.T Fundamentals MAT 1105 College Algebra
CIT 1103 Database Management
Choose Any One
CSD 1101 Introduction to Java
OR
CSD 1110 Introduction to C++
CERT CompTIA I.T Fundamentals Cert. CERT 1033 Database Certification
CERT 1060 Java Foundations (Java SE)
Choose Any One
CSD 1100 HTML and JavaScript
CERT 1031 Microsoft MTA HTML5
OR
CMS 1000 Desktop Applications
Second Semester
ENG 1102 College English ENT 1299 Entrepreneurship CSD 1105 PHP & MYSQL
CIT 1105 Professional Performance and Ethics CSD 1205 Web Development .NET
Choose Any One
CSD 1202 Intermediate Java
OR
CSD 1210 Intermediate to C++
CERT 1061 Java Programmer -1
Third Semester
CSD 2203 Advanced JavaScript CIT 2101 Introduction to Linux
CSD 2201 Introduction to Android Development CSD 2207 System Analysis & Design
CERT 1028 CompTIA Linux + Certification
Fourth Semester
CSD 2208 User Interface (UI)Design
CSD 2202 Advance Android Development CSD 2200 Python 1
PHY 2000 College Physics
MAT 2298 Introduction to Calculus CIT 2210 Internship (After 50 hours)
Choose Any One
HUM 2200 Into to Humanities
OR
PSY 2200 General Psychology
RECOMMENDED SEQUENCE
(Part-Time Students)
First Semester
OSHA 0000 OSHA – 10 Hours
SLS 0003 Student Success CIT 1000 I.T Fundamentals Choose Any One
CSD 1101 Introduction to Java
OR
CSD 1110 Introduction to C++
CERT CompTIA I.T Fundamentals Cert. CERT 1033 Database Certification
Second Semester
MAT 1105 College Algebra
CIT 1103 Database Management
CERT 1060 Java Foundations (Java SE)
Choose Any One
CSD 1100 HTML and JavaScript
CERT 1031 Microsoft MTA HTML5
OR
CMS 1000 Desktop Applications
Third Semester
ENG 1102 College English CSD 1105 PHP & MYSQL
Choose Any One
CSD 1202 Intermediate Java
OR
CSD 1210 Intermediate to C++
Fourth Semester
CIT 1105 Professional Performance and Ethics CSD 1205 Web Development .NET
CERT 1061 Java Programmer -1
Fifth Semester
CSD 2203 Advanced JavaScript ENT 1299 Entrepreneurship CIT 2101 Introduction to Linux
Sixth Semester
CSD 2201 Introduction to Android Development CSD 2207 System Analysis & Design
CERT 1028 CompTIA Linux + Certification
Seventh Semester
CSD 2208 User Interface (UI)Design
CSD 2202 Advance Android Development CSD 2200 Python 1
Eighth Semester
PHY 2000 College Physics
MAT 2298 Introduction to Calculus
Summer- Choose Any One
HUM 2200 Into to Humanities
OR
PSY 2200 General Psychology
Ninth Semester
CIT 2210 Internship (After 50 credits)