The theory of computers and their internal workings is adequately covered, but major
emphasis is placed upon performing defined tasks. The course objective is to prepare
students for practical work in computing and information processing. This scheme
is appropriate for those who aspire to become programmers and Aims to.
Objectives Of International Higher Diploma Series
Ability to analyse and describe the main activities of the principal functional areas within different
types of organisation and the commonly-found systems which support those activities,
and in identifying the information,data procession and task needs of the users of such systems.
Competence in the practical application of the tools, techniques and methods of software development.
Confidence in working at the interface of hardware and software in the implementation of systems.
Competence in communicating well with computer specialists and with specialists in other disciplines, by
the demonstration of skills in interviewing,verbal presentation technical debate & report writing.
Understanding of the continual change affecting the technology and methodology of the computer professional
and an ability to recognise, keep abreast of and manage these changes.
An understanding of the continual change affecting the organisation, resulting in the need for changes in
systems