Department of Information Technology
I take the opportunity to welcome all in the department of Information Technology. This is one of the three departments that makes up the School of Computing and Informatics. Information technology (IT) is the application of computers to store, study, retrieve, transmit, and manipulate data, or information, often in the context of a business or other enterprise. (Wiki).
The department is determined to impact knowledge that will enable graduates to use any computers, store any digital information, carry out networking and utilise any other physical devices, infrastructure and processes to create, process, store, secure and exchange all forms of electronic data within a prescribed period of time.
This can be done in Businesses industries, learning institutions and any other area where IT is required.
Vision
To be a centre of excellence in science and technology responsive to development needs of society through engagement in dynamic knowledge creation and application.
Mission
To generate, preserve and disseminate knowledge by integrating science and technology into quality programmes covering a wide variety of disciplines while engaging in innovative research, training, teaching, and consultancy.
Strategic Objectives
1. To produce graduates who are equipped with knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary for sustainable socio-economic development;
2. To promote innovative scientific and technological processes in order to improve productivity and development of society;
3. To promote local and international linkages and partnership with other institutions;
4. To identify and prioritise educational, socio-economic and technological developmental needs of society and facilitate the realization of these needs;
5. To promote continuing education in order to improve labour productivity and global competitiveness;
6. To expand and integrate ICT in the University operations.
The department offers two undergraduate programs namely;
Bachelor of Science in information technology,
Bachelor of Science in Information Systems andKnowledge Management.
The department also offers
Diploma in IT,
Masters of Science in IT
and PhD in IT.
The courses in the department reflects the application nature of computer science, and contains diverse courses ranging from basic physical sciences to applied courses in mathematics, physics, communication, information technology, business and management, economics and social science.
The curriculum in the IT department encourages the student to acquire the important skills of self-directed learning, problem solving and effective communication. The graduate is expected to be proficient in a variety of settings, which shall include management of computer information or systems, apply computer technology in day to day life activities, teaching and undertaking research activities, and industrial applications among others.