Computer Courses In Abu Dhabi

Program Title:	Diploma in Information Technology
Credit Hours:	69
Award Granted on Completion:	Diploma in Information Technology
Delivery Mode:	Face-To-Face
Local Accreditation Status:	Commission for Academic Accreditation, UAE (CAA)
Language of Study:	English
Duration:	2 Years
Campus:	Abu Dhabi, Al Ain
Faculty Info:	Faculty of Information Technology
Chairperson:	Dr. Samar Mouti (Acting Dean/Head)

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About the Program

The Diploma in Information Technology program at Liwa College is accredited by the Commission of Academic Accreditation (CAA), Ministry of Education, UAE. This program provides a comprehensive education in computer science and information technology. It aims to equip students with the technical and practical skills necessary to design, develop, and implement software solutions and manage information systems and technology projects. The program offers in-depth knowledge of IT concepts through two concentrations: Software Development and Networking specializations. The curriculum covers topics such as computer programming, system design, cloud computing, network administration, and database management. The graduates of this program are working successfully in several government and private organizations in the UAE and abroad.

Program Education Objectives

Develop an understanding of the underlying concepts, foundations, and theory of computer-based and distributed information systems.
Develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for the investigation, analysis, design, and development of large-scale software systems that meet business requirements.
Provide an educational foundation that both addresses leading-edge developments in the industry and provides for future professional development, equipping students with the appropriate knowledge and skills for a wide variety of employment and/or further study.
Provide the opportunity for students to consolidate the knowledge and skills they have learned and employ them in real situations by undertaking an internship.
Enable successful students to take entry-level employment to pursue careers leading to positions such as programmers, Database analysts/developers/administrators, Systems development managers, Web/ e-commerce systems developers/managers, IT project managers, Computer and information security specialists/managers, Network administrators/managers.

Learning Outcomes – General

Explain the characteristics of the hardware and software components of computer systems and networks and discuss the relative merits of alternative designs.
Design, implement and test computer programs to meet specified requirements using industry-standard development tools.
Design and develop database applications to meet the requirements of the users of a business system.
Design and develop web-based computer systems that incorporate multimedia data.
Explain the concepts of software project management and use support tools to plan and manage projects.

Learning Outcomes – Software Development Concentration

Use modern object-oriented techniques effectively in the design and development of computer software systems. (SD)
Work effectively as part of a software development team using appropriate software development methodologies. (SD)

Learning Outcomes – Networking Concentration

Design computer network systems to meet the needs of the business. (NW)
Manage and maintain computer network systems and use appropriate security measures ( NW).

Learning Outcomes – General Education

Communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing.
Use standard IT packages effectively to support business-related activities.
Analyze problems and design appropriate solutions.
Work effectively as part of a team.

Career Opportunities

After completing the Diploma in Information Technology, numerous career opportunities are available to you. Here are some of the positions previous Diploma holders of the program have secured.

Data Analyst
Software Developer/Manager
Database Analyst/Developer/Administrator
IT Project Manager
Computer and Information Security Specialist/Manager
Cloud Data Engineer
Network Administrator/Manager
Web Developer

Program Curriculum

General Requirements (24 Credit Hours)

Course Code	Course Title	Credit Hours	Prerequisite
CIT100	Introduction to Information Technology	3	None
ENG100	English I	3	None
GEN100/ GEN101	Communication Skills in Arabic/ Communication Skills in Arabic for non-Arabic speakers	3	None
GEN102	Islamic Culture (Arabic/English)	3	None
GEN105	Emirates Culture and Society	3	None
GEN201	Psychology	3	ENG 100
GEN302	Fundamentals of Innovation and Entrepreneurship	3	ENG 100
GEN304	Ethics	3	ENG 100

Core Requirements (33 Credit Hours)

Course Code	Course Title	Credit hours	Prerequisite
CIT112	Introduction to Computer Programming	3	None
CIT121	Introduction to Computer Architecture	3	None
CIT122	Introduction to Database Management Systems	3	CIT112
CIT123	Computer Programming & Problem Solving	3	CIT112
CIT231	Introduction to Computer Networks	3	CIT121
CIT232	Introduction to Operating Systems	3	CIT121
CIT244	Database Programming	3	CIT122
CIT230	Internship	3	Completion of 48 Credits
CIT352	Distributed Information Management	3	CIT231 & CIT232
BIT203	Management Information Systems	3	CIT100
BUS407	Project Management	3	BIT203

Major Requirements (12 Credit Hours)

Course Code	Course Title	Credit hours	Prerequisite
Software Development [Elective]
CIT233	Software Development Process	3	CIT 112
CIT353	Web Development	3	CIT 123
CIT354	Object-Oriented Programming	3	CIT 123
CIT242	System Analysis and Design	3	CIT 233
Networking [Elective]
CIT241	Network Security	3	CIT 232
CIT243	Network Administration	3	CIT 231
CIT240	Introduction to Cloud Computing	3	CIT231
CIT246	Network Protocols	3	CIT231

Study Plans

YEAR 1 (33 CH)
Semester 1		CH	Semester 2		CH
ENG100	English I	3	GEN102	Islamic Culture	3
CIT100	Introduction to Information Technology	3	GEN105	Emirates Culture and Society
GEN100/ GEN101	Communication on Skills in Arabic/Communication on Skills in Arabic for non-Arabic speakers	3	CIT122	Introduction to Database Management Systems	3
CIT112	Introduction to Computer Programming	3	CIT123	Computer Programming & Problem-Solving	3
CIT121	Introduction to Computer Architecture	3	CIT231	Introduction to Computer Networks	3
			CIT232	Introduction to Operating Systems	3
Total		15	Total		18
YEAR 2 (36 CH)
Semester 3		CH	Semester 4		CH
GEN201	Psychology	3	GEN304	Ethics	3
GEN302	Fundamentals of Innovation Entrepreneurship	3	CIT230	Internship	3
CIT244	Database Programming	3	CIT3352	Distributed Information Management	3
BIT203	Management Information Systems	3	BUS407	Project Management	3
	Major Requirement-1	3		Major Requirement -3	3
	Major Requirement -2	3		Major Requirement -4	3
Total		18	Total		18

Major Requirements (12 Credits)

Software Development
Course Code	Course Title	Credit hours
CIT233	Software Development Process	3
CIT353	Web Development	3
CIT354	Object-Oriented Programming	3
CIT242	System Analysis and Design	3
Networking
CIT241	Network Security	3
CIT243	Network Administration	3
CIT240	Introduction to Cloud Computing	3
CIT246	Network Protocols	3

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Tuition Fees

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