ACCRA INSTITUTE OF
TECHNOLOGY
Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Information Technology (IT) (Multimedia Systems)

Program Synopsis

The objectives of the Information Technology (Multimedia Systems) program — which is in-line with the mission of AIT, is to produce high calibre graduates in Information Technology using internationally benchmarked curriculum.
The program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and associated skills in the broad field of Information Technology Over the four year program a range of skills-based, generic subjects will be sustained in order to develop the student as a versatile graduate and as a 'life-long learner'. Students on this program will acquire systems design, and communication skills and be prepared for employment in a broad spectrum of computing, or for continued study at the postgraduate level. The objectives are therefore to ensure that:



  • Each graduate from the program will demonstrate the ability to acquire, apply, and synthesize new knowledge in Information Technology as required for success.


  • Each graduate from the program will successfully achieve a major computing outcome, consistent with the individual's position, within his/her first three years working in the IT professions or obtain an advanced degree from highly selective graduate program.


  • Each graduate from the program will demonstrate the ability to grow professionally, and advance career-wise in the IT profession, and assume increasing responsibility. A significant number of them will attain leadership positions in their industries or profession.



Program Structure

Course Title Course Code Prerequisite Credit Hour
Information Technology Foundation 1 IT101 - 3
Intermediate Algebra MATH101 - 3
Principles of Programming with C++ CS103 - 3
Physics I PHY101 - 3
Principles of Management MGT101 - 3
English Composition, Writing & Communication Skills I ENGL101 - 2
Information Technology Foundation 2 IT102 IT101 3
Calculus I MATH102 MATH101, MATH100 3
Object Oriented Programming with Java CS104 CS103 3
Information Systems IT103 - 3
English Composition and Writing Skills II ENGL102 ENGL101 2
Multimedia Applications Systems Development I IT109 - 1
French 1 FRN101 - 3
Multimedia Applications Systems Development II IT201 IT109 3
Data Structures & Algorithm I CS203 CS104 3
Computer Org & Architecture I CS205 CS102 3
Web Authoring & Content Management IT204 IT102 3
Group Dynamics & Communications NT201 - 2
French II FRN102 FRN101 3
Probability & Statistics MATH202 MATH102 3
Systems Programming CS209 CS202 3
Data Structures & Algorithms II CS204 CS203 3
Data Communications & Computer Networks I CS208 - 3
Multimedia Technologies IT230 IT102, IT204 2
Fundamentals of Management Science MS101 MATH204 3
Operating Systems CS304 MATH201, CS202 3
Systems Analysis & Design: Principles and Practice CS309 - 3
Database Systems I CS311 CS203 3
Design for Interactive Multimedia I IT330 IT230 3
Digital Video and Audio IT331 IT230 3
Computer Graphics CS303 MATH101, CS202 3
IT Project Planning & Management IT302 - 3
Principle of Compiler Design and Construction CS310 CS204 3
Database Systems II CS312 CS311 3
Knowledge-Based Information Systems IT303 - 3
Design for Interactive Multimedia II IT332 IT330 3
Computer Modelling & Simulation CS401 MATH201 3
Software Engineering Fundamentals/Open Source Software Development: Principles & Practice CS402 CS104 3
Information and Network Security, Firewalls & VPNs IT430 CS208 3
Multimedia User-Interface Design IT431 CS303, IT332 3
Digital Video and Motion Graphics IT432 CS303, IT332 3
Capstone Project I IT405 - 3
Software Engineering Practice CS403 CS402 3
E-Applications & Systems IT404 - 3
Imaging and Animation IT433 CS303 3
Advanced 3D Imaging and Animation IT458 IT433 3
Visual Design Theory & Interactive Communication Design IT459 IT457 3
Capstone Project II IT406 IT405 3