Thank you for showing an interest in network computing. What to know more about the programme?

Overview of BSc (Hons) in Network Computing

By Alain Chong, Head of Programme (Network Computing)

Doctorial Candidate in IT Management (Multimedia University), MSc (Distinction) in Electronic Commerce, BSc (Hons) in Computer Science

WELCOME TO FOCIT

ABOUT NETWORK COMPUTING• So you have shown an interest in network computing. What exactly is network

computing?

• The course concentrates on giving you an understanding of the technology, applications and management issues associated with computing in a network environment.

• The course will introduce to you how basic computer hardware works and the technology behind wired and wireless networks.

• It will develop your skills in configuring network devices, correcting network problems and applying network management techniques.

• You will learn about network security such as prevention from hackers, network designs for real life environment, and setting up and implementing a network solution for companies.

• Current technologies such as Mobile applications, 3G technologies, E-Commerce, Internet technologies draw upon the foundations of network computing.

Scenarios for Network Applications• Network technologies are applied everywhere.• The Internet websites you surf are based on the foundation of

network technologies.

• When you go to KLIA or LCCT, network technologies are being used to provide real time data regarding your flight status, check in information, security information etc.

• Visit the bank and you will also noticed that all data are updated real time. Without network, you will have serious trouble in the banks.

A Rewarding career in the field of network and mobile technologies

Daniel Malmedahl (Age 17)

Made 14 million pounds at age 17

Co founder of You Tube – Steve Chen (Age 29) Co-Founder of Google, Sergey Brin (Age 34)

Jerry Yang, Founder of Yahoo (Age 39)

Jeff Bezos (at Age 34)

Mr. Kenny Goh & Mr. Henry Goh,

Macro Kiosk Berhad - The SMS King,

“MALAYSIA IS FACING A SHORTAGE OF NETWORKING SPECIALISTS AMONG ITS IT PROFESSIONALS” (Pikom, 2007)

“Malaysia is short of 4200 networking specialist” (IDC, 2007)

“Region Wide Shortage would double by 2009…. Especially in the most critical areas of network security, wireless networking and VOIP” (Cisco, 2007)

ARE THERE ANY JOBS IN THE FIELD OF NETWORKING?

Career Prospects

• Network designer• Network manager• Internet security advisor• Distributed data manager• Network Engineers• Network Consultant• Network Project Managers• E-Commerce Consultants• Web Developers

• You may work in specialist IT companies or in the IT support section of a large organization.

• Alternatively, your skills in logical thinking, problem solving, and project management will equip you for many other roles in business or industry.

Talents/Skill Sets Recruited Shortage % of unfilled position

Networking & Telecommunication 928 264 22.1

Database 1045 243 18.9

Information Security 736 225 23.4

Internet Tech. & E-Commerce 595 216 26.6

Server Administration 903 194 17.7

Creative Multimedia 359 122 25.4

TOTAL 7,128 2,051 22.3

Source : 6th MSC Impact Survey, 2005

Shortage of Networking Graduates in Malaysia

And many more options depending on your interest!

Professional Networking Course

• INTI-UC is also an official CISCO Local Networking Academy.

• As such, you will be able to obtain a Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) qualification at INTI.

• CISCO is one of the largest networking company in the world that designs and sells networking and communications technology and services .

Our BSc (Hons) in Network

Computing programme is franchised

from Coventry University, U.K.

Coventry University

• Founded in 1843 as the Coventry College of Design.

• Shakespeare was born in Coventry

• Strong industrial linkage with companies such as Jaguar, Peugeot. Students from the university was part of the team that designed A1 Mercedes.

• Ranked 60 out of more than 120 universities in Guardian

University’s ranking in 2006.

Companies where our graduates are currently working at

AND MANY MORE!

Other Programmes at FOCIT

• Franchised Programmes– BSc (Hons) in Network Computing– BSc (Hons) in Software Engineering– BSc (Hons) in Computer Science– BA (Hons) in Multimedia Computing– BA (Hons) in Business Information Technology

• UC Programmes– BSc(Hons) in Network and Mobile Computing– BSc(Hons) in Games Software Development– BSc(Hons) in Internet and Multimedia Computing

For more information, visit FOCIT office.

THANK YOU