2 YR ORDINARY DIPLOMA IN SUSTAINABLE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Course Duration: 2 Years (4 semesters, including holidays and attachment)
Course Fee: 30,000 Kenyan Shillings per semester (each semester takes 3 months)

weekly commitment : minimum of 2 hours per week.

Course Overview:

This course aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills to develop and manage IT systems in an environmentally sustainable manner. It covers sustainable IT practices, energy-efficient technologies, green computing, and the implementation of eco-friendly IT policies and strategies.

Year 1

Semester 1: Introduction to Sustainable IT

• Week 1-2: Fundamentals of Sustainable IT

• • Overview of Sustainable IT Concepts
  • Importance of Sustainability in IT
  • Key Terminology and Trends
  • Practical Exercises

• Week 3-6: Energy-Efficient IT Systems

• • Designing Energy-Efficient IT Systems
  • Energy Consumption and Management in Data Centers
  • Green Building Standards for IT Infrastructure
  • Mini Project

• Week 7-10: Green Computing

• • Principles of Green Computing
  • Sustainable Software Development Practices
  • Eco-Friendly Hardware Solutions
  • Practical Exercises

• Week 11-14: Environmental Impact of IT

• • Assessing the Environmental Impact of IT Operations
  • E-Waste Management and Recycling
  • Life Cycle Assessment of IT Products
  • Practical Exercises

• Week 15-16: Semester Review and Assessment

• • Review of Key Concepts
  • Practice Projects
  • Mid-Semester Exam

Semester 2: Sustainable IT Practices

• Week 1-4: Sustainable IT Policies and Strategies

• • Developing Sustainable IT Policies
  • Implementing Green IT Strategies
  • Measuring and Reporting Sustainability
  • Practical Exercises

• Week 5-8: Renewable Energy in IT

• • Integrating Renewable Energy Sources in IT Infrastructure
  • Solar, Wind, and Other Renewable Technologies
  • Case Studies and Best Practices
  • Mini Project

• Week 9-12: Sustainable IT Procurement

• • Eco-Friendly Procurement Practices
  • Vendor Management and Green Supply Chains
  • Evaluating Sustainability Credentials of Suppliers
  • Practical Exercises

• Week 13-14: Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)

• • Introduction to CSR in IT
  • Developing CSR Programs
  • CSR Reporting and Compliance
  • Practical Exercises

• Week 15-16: Semester Review and Assessment

• • Review of Key Concepts
  • Practice Projects
  • End-of-Semester Exam

Year 2

Semester 3: Advanced Sustainable IT Concepts

• Week 1-4: Sustainable Cloud Computing

• • Energy Efficiency in Cloud Computing
  • Sustainable Cloud Service Models
  • Case Studies in Sustainable Cloud Solutions
  • Practical Exercises

• Week 5-8: IT for Sustainability

• • Using IT to Promote Sustainability in Other Sectors
  • Smart Grids and Sustainable Cities
  • Environmental Monitoring and Management Systems
  • Mini Project

• Week 9-12: Sustainable IT Governance

• • Governance Models for Sustainable IT
  • Policy Development and Implementation
  • Compliance and Auditing
  • Practical Exercises

• Week 13-14: Innovation and Emerging Technologies

• • Innovations in Sustainable IT
  • Emerging Technologies and Sustainability
  • Future Trends in Green IT
  • Practical Exercises

• Week 15-16: Semester Review and Assessment

• • Review of Key Concepts
  • Practice Projects
  • Mid-Semester Exam

Semester 4: Capstone Project and Industry Applications

• Week 1-4: Capstone Project

• • Project Planning and Design
  • Implementation of Sustainable IT Project
  • Portfolio Development
  • Final Presentation and Evaluation

• Week 5-8: Industry Attachment

• • Attachment in Sustainable IT Roles
  • Applying Sustainable IT Skills in Real-World Projects
  • Industry Best Practices
  • Practical Experience

• Week 9-12: Professional Development

• • Career Pathways in Sustainable IT
  • Building a Professional Portfolio
  • Networking and Career Development
  • Practical Exercises

• Week 13-16: Course Review and Final Exam

• • Comprehensive Course Review
  • Practice Projects
  • Final Exam

Attachment

Students will undertake an industry attachment to gain practical experience in sustainable IT roles, working with organizations to apply sustainable IT practices and technologies in real-world scenarios.

Certification

Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive an "Ordinary Diploma in Sustainable Information Technology" certificate, recognizing their expertise and skills in developing and managing IT systems in an environmentally sustainable manner.