2 YR ORDINARY DIPLOMA IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Course Duration: 2 Years(18-24months) (4 semesters, including holidays and attachment)
Course Fee: 30,000 Kenyan Shillings per semester (each semester takes 3 months)
Course Overview:
This diploma program offers an extensive introduction to various IT disciplines, including computer hardware, software, networking, database management, and IT support.
Year 1
Semester 1: Introduction to IT and Computer Fundamentals
- Week 1-2: Overview of Information Technology
- Introduction to IT Concepts
- Importance and Applications of IT
- Basic Computer Terminology
- Week 3-6: Computer Hardware and Software
- Understanding Computer Components
- Operating Systems Basics (Windows, Linux)
- Software Installation and Management
- Troubleshooting Common Issues
- Week 7-10: Networking Basics
- Introduction to Networking Concepts (OSI Model, TCP/IP)
- Setting Up and Configuring LAN
- Network Devices and Their Functions
- Basic Network Troubleshooting
- Week 11-14: Introduction to Programming
- Basic Programming Concepts
- Introduction to Programming Languages (Python, Java)
- Writing Simple Programs and Scripts
- Practical Exercises
- Week 15-16: Semester Review and Assessment
- Review of Key Concepts
- Practice Projects
- Mid-Semester Exam
Semester 2: Advanced IT Skills and Applications
- Week 1-4: Database Management
- Introduction to Databases and DBMS
- Basics of SQL
- Creating and Managing Databases
- Database Security and Backup
- Week 5-8: Web Development
- Introduction to Web Technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
- Building and Designing Web Pages
- Introduction to Web Hosting
- Week 9-12: IT Support and Troubleshooting
- IT Support Fundamentals
- Advanced Troubleshooting Techniques
- Customer Support Best Practices
- Week 13-14: IT Project Management
- Basics of Project Management Principles
- Planning and Executing IT Projects
- Team Collaboration Tools
- Week 15-16: Semester Review and Assessment
- Review of Key Concepts
- Practice Projects
- End-of-Semester Exam
Year 2
Semester 3: Specialized IT Areas
- Week 1-4: Advanced Networking
- Advanced Networking Concepts (IP Addressing, Subnetting)
- Network Security Essentials
- Wireless Networks
- Week 5-8: Advanced Database Management
- Advanced SQL Queries
- Managing Relational Databases
- Database Optimization
- Week 9-12: System Administration
- Basics of System Administration
- Managing User Accounts and Permissions
- System Monitoring and Maintenance
- Week 13-14: Emerging Technologies
- Introduction to Cloud Computing
- Basics of Virtualization
- IT Trends and Innovations
- Week 15-16: Semester Review and Assessment
- Review of Key Concepts
- Practice Projects
- Mid-Semester Exam
Semester 4: Capstone Project and Industry Attachment
- Week 1-4: Capstone Project
- Planning and Designing a Comprehensive IT Project
- Implementation and Presentation
- Portfolio Development
- Week 5-8: Industry Attachment
- Practical Experience in an IT Role
- Application of IT Skills in Real-World Projects
- Industry Best Practices
- Week 9-12: Professional Development
- Career Pathways in IT
- Building a Professional Portfolio
- Networking and Career Development
- Week 13-16: Course Review and Final Assessment
- Comprehensive Course Review
- Practice Projects
- Final Exam
Certification Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive an "Ordinary Diploma in Information Technology," recognizing their expertise and skills in IT management and applications.