This Diploma programme provides students with a basic understanding of computing techniques and aims to develop the computing and information technology-based knowledge and skills required in modern industrial, commercial and service organisations. It will equip students with essential knowledge of the underlying principles of modern computing technology and enable students to appreciate how modern computers are applied to a range of real world problems. Students will learn C, Java, Assembly Language, Microsoft SQL Server, Adobe Flash, XHTML, CSS, Microsoft Expression Web and Java Script. Upon completion, graduates will have acquired knowledge and developed skills in the areas of computer programming, systems analysis, operating systems, computer networking, computer applications and object-oriented software development, as well as in generic business courses. The foundation of operating systems and fundamentals of computer networks would prepare students to go through the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) and Novell Certified Linux Professional (NCLP) training offered at Advanced Diploma level.
Diploma graduates may be admitted into 2nd or Final Year of the relevant Bachelor Degree programmes. Please refer to “Academic Collaborations” at http://www.tarc.edu.my/sas/collaborative-partners/academic.htm
Diploma graduates may seek employment in different sectors of the rapidly expanding information technology sector, including software development, database design, system support and computer sales. They may be employed as programmers, end-user support staff, assistant systems analysts, EDP executives, assistant database administrators and IT executives. Career prospects are good for graduates of this programme as they can find employment in a wide range of industries such as software and systems consulting firms, software houses, network communications, computer vendors as well as end-user environments for example, banking, manufacturing, insurance and so on.
Source:Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman