This course introduces students to project management. The course will explore the entire life cycle of a project from inception to completion including project initiation, project planning, project execution, project monitoring and control, project completion. Students will learn the basic concepts of project management, the process to initiate and plan a project, what is required to execute, monitor and control project and the steps to close a project. Working in groups, students will be expected to develop and complete an approved project using the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK). Students will learn to use MS Project to help manage their assigned projects.

Requisites:

  • Completed or concurrently enrolled in:
    • CT1940 IT Specialists at Work IV 1

This capstone apprenticeship course requires students to apply their advanced IT knowledge in a professional setting, undertaking significant projects under industry supervision to demonstrate mastery of program competencies. Students will complete this immersive industry apprenticeship placement to showcase their ability to execute complex IT projects and integrate skills acquired throughout the program in a real-world environment.

Requisites:

  • Complete the following:
    • CT1930 IT Specialists at Work III 1.5

This course requires students to continue engaging in an advanced industry placement to apply accumulated IT knowledge, solving real-world challenges under professional supervision. Students will build on their in-field experience by participating in a practical apprenticeship where they work on complex IT projects, enhancing problem-solving skills with guidance from industry mentors.

Requisites:

  • Complete the following:
    • CT1030 Networking Principles 3
    • CT1040 Internet of Things 2
    • CT1050 IT Security Foundations for Professionals 3
    • CT1060 Ethics in Computing Science 3
    • CT1920 IT Specialists at Work II 1.5

This course helps students begin apprenticing in a supervised industry placement to apply their theoretical IT knowledge in a real-world context and enhance their professional skills and workplace competencies. Students will engage in practical IT projects under the guidance of industry mentors, applying program concepts to solve real-world challenges and gain hands-on experience.

Requisites:

  • Complete the following:
    • CT1000 Introduction to PC Hardware 3
    • CT1010 Operating Systems Installation and Maintenance 3
    • CT1020 IT Specialists’ Professional Practice 3
    • CT1910 IT Specialists at Work I 1

This course introduces students to the various industries and career paths available to IT specialists, exploring how their skills can be applied across sectors. Students will discover the diverse roles and industries where IT technicians contribute, gaining insights into how personal skills align with market demands and future career opportunities in the IT field.

Ethics in Computing Science is designed to explore the ethical implications and responsibilities associated with the development, deployment, and use of computing technologies. This course aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to make informed ethical decisions in their future careers as computing professionals.

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