Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Information Technology (IT) (Software Development)
Program Synopsis
The objectives of the Information Technology (Software Development) 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 Synopsis
The objectives of the Information Technology (Software Development) 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.
Entry Requirements
Fees Structure
Entry Requirements
Senior Secondary/High School Certificate Examination (SS/HSCE) or West African Senior Secondary School Certificate (WASSCE) or equivalent With an aggregate score of 24 or better in six subjects including passes in: Three Core Subjects (including Core English, and Core Mathematics) plus Three Electives.
Fees Structure
International Students -$1,308.00
Local Students – GHc1,531.00
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 | MATH204 | MATH102 | 3 |
| Systems Programming | CS209 | CS202 | 3 |
| Data Structures & Algorithms II | CS204 | CS203 | 3 |
| Data Communications & Computer Networks I | CS208 | - | 3 |
| Software Engineering Fundamentals | SE100 | - | 3 |
| 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 |
| Software Development Methodologies | IT234 | SE100 | 3 |
| Multimedia User-Interface Design | IT431 | CS303 | 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 |
| Formal Methods in Software Development | IT340 | IT234 | 3 |
| Intro to Information & Network | IT304 | CS208 IT301 | 3 |
| Computer Modelling & Simulation | CS401 | MATH201 | 3 |
| Software Engineering Fundamentals/Open Source Software Development: Principles & Practice | IT440 | IT340 | 3 |
| Managing Software Development | IT442 | IT234, CS310 | 3 |
| Unified Modelling Language (UML) | IT443 | IT340 | 3 |
| Human Computer Interaction | IT403 | CS310 | 3 |
| Capstone Project I | IT405 | - | 3 |
| E-Commerce Systems | IT437 | - | 3 |
| E-Applications & Systems | IT404 | - | 3 |
| Web-based Applications Development | IT441 | IT401 | 3 |
| Advanced Database System Administration | IT402 | CS312 | 3 |
| Advanced Software Engineering | IT501 | IT340 | 3 |
| Capstone Project II | IT406 | IT405 | 3 |