Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (BCS)

Program Goal

The goal of this program is to develop professionals who use Computational thinking in solving complex real-life problems with a knack for Computer programming, Database Management, System Development, Implementation and Maintenance.

Career Opportunities

  1. IT Manager
  2. Chief Technology Officer
  3. System Administrators
  4. Cloud Security Engineer
  5. Data Scientists
  6. IoT Expert
  7. IT Infrastructure Engineer
  8. Systems Developer
  9. GIS Expert
  10. Game Developer


Goal of the program

  1. To develop professionals who use Computational thinking in solving complex real-life problems.
  2. To develop professionals with a knack for Computer programming, Database management, system development, implementation and maintenance.
  3. To train professionals who can service and manage computer systems at all levels of the organization
  4. To train learners on cognitive computing as a major emerging trend in today’s computing world.


Duration of the Programme

Four (4) Academic Years- Eight (8) semesters

Admission Requirements

  1. Be a holder of KCSE (or equivalent examination) certificate with a minimum aggregate of C+ and a minimum of C(Plain) in Mathematics, English and Physics/Physical Science or;
  2. Be a holder of the Kenya Advanced Certificate of Education (KACE) certificate with at least 2 Principle passes in Mathematics and Physics.
  3. Holder of a related Diploma equivalent to KNEC Diploma from an institution that is recognised by the University Senate with a minimum pass.
  4. Have any other relevant qualifications from an institution recognised by the Zetech University Senate


Learning Outcomes

  • Develop an understanding of how computing technology and computational thinking present new ways of addressing problems through analysis, designing, and evaluation of solutions.
  • Analyse legal, professional, ethical and social implications relating to the use of computing technology and information.
  • Apply Computer Science theory, principles and Software Development fundamentals to produce computing-based solutions.
  • Apply the principles of Data Management, processing, organization, and retrieval.
  • Demonstrate creativity, confidence and effective communication as a professional in the computing technology field.

 

CURRICULUM SETUP FOR BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN COMPUTER SCIENCE            
            
YEAR 1 SEMESTER 1        
            
CORE UNITS

  • BCE 111    COMPUTATIONAL LOGIC    
  • BCU 100    Communication Skills    
  • BCU 101    Introduction To Computer Studies and Internet    
  • BSD 111    Structured Programming And Algorithms    
  • MAT 111    Basic Mathematics    
  • PHY 111    INTRODUCTION TO PHYSICS    
                   

YEAR 1 SEMESTER 2        
            
CORE UNITS   

  • BCT 121    OPERATING SYSTEMS    
  • BCU 102    Health And Wellness Management    
  • BDM 121    Database Management Systems    
  • BSD 121    Software Design Methods and Architectures    
  • BSD 221    ASSEMBLY LANGUAGE PROGRAMMING    
  • MAT 121    DISCRETE MATHEMATICS    
  • STA 123    Probability and Statistics I    
            


YEAR 2 SEMESTER 1        
        
CORE UNITS  

  • BCE 211    COMPUTER VISION    
  • BCE 212    COMPUTER SUPPORT AND MAINTENANCE    
  • BSD 122    OBJECT ORIENTED PROGRAMMING I    
  • BSD 211    DATA STRUCTURES AND ALGORITHMS    
  • BSD 213    OBJECT ORIENTED SOFTWARE DESIGN METHODS    
  • MAT 120    Calculus I    
  • STA 212    Probability And Statistics II    
            


YEAR 2 SEMESTER 2        
        
CORE UNITS         

  • BBM 321    International Business Management    
  • BCE 121    COMPUTER ORGANIZATION AND ARCHITECTURE    
  • BDM 221    DATA SCIENCE    
  • BNT 221    Data Communication And Computer Networks    
  • BSD 222    DESIGN AND ANALYSIS OF ALGORITHMS    
  • MAT 213    Calculus II           

YEAR 3 SEMESTER 1        
        
CORE UNITS       

  • BCE 311    COMPILER CONSTRUCTION    
  • BCE 312    ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE    
  • BDM 311    Data Mining And Warehousing    
  • BNT 311    DISTRIBUTED COMPUTING    
  • BSD 311    SIMULATION AND MODELLING    
  • BSD 313    INTERNET PROGRAMMING I    
  • BSD 315    Software Engineering           

YEAR 3 SEMESTER 2        
        
CORE UNITS  

  • BCE 321    THE INTERNET OF THINGS    
  • BCT 321    RESEARCH METHODS AND TECHNICAL WRITING    
  • BCT 322    IT PROJECT MANAGEMENT    
  • BDM 321    CLOUD COMPUTING AND SERVICES    
  • BSD 321    USER CENTERED DESIGN    
  • BSD 322    INTERNET PROGRAMMING II           

YEAR 4 SEMESTER 1            
CORE UNITS  

  • BCE 412    Machine Learning    
  • BCE 413    Blockchain Technology    
  • BCT 411    SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT PROJECT 1    
  • BCT 412    COMPUTER AND CYBER SECURITY    
  • BSD 411    BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE AND ANALYTICS    
  • BSD 412    GAME DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT    
  • BSD 415    WIRELESS TECHNOLOGIES AND PROGRAMMING    
            


YEAR 4 SEMESTER 2        
        
CORE UNITS  

  • BCE 421    ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE II    
  • BCT 421    LEGAL AND PROFESSIONAL ETHICS IN COMPUTING    
  • BCT 422    SOFTWARE ENGINEERING PROJECT II    
  • BCU 401    Industrial Attachment    
  • BCU 410    Entrepreneurship and Innovation   

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