Bachelor of Information Technology (Hons) Communications & Networking

Course Overview

The field of communications and networking has enabled us to live in a more 'connected' world through the use of internet, smart phones, smart home appliances, social networking as well as other various communication devices and applications. All of us rely on some aspects of communications and networking everyday in our study, work, entertainment, etc. 

This programme aims to develop students to be competent in design, development and implementation of communications and networking systems. the programme emphasises laboratory sessions that expose students with the current industrial and commercial networking standards and practices.  

The programme also introduces the latest network technologies and future trends such as server management and administration, wireless and mobile networking, multimedia and real-time transmission, embedded networking devices, wireless and network security, and network programming. 

This will provide a strong foundation for graduates to further their studies and/or engage in research and development activities in their future careers. In addition, the program will equip students for their professional networking certifications such as Cisco Certified network Associate (CCNA) and Huawei Certified Datacom Associate (HCDA).

Achievement

The UTAR Bachelor of Information Systems (Honours) Communications and Networking is recognised by the following organisations.

• Malaysian Board of Technologists (MBOT)

Curriculum

Year 1

• Cybersecurity​
   
• Data Communications and Networking 
• Data Structure and Algorithmic Problem Solving​
   
• Database Development and Applications 
• Discrete Mathematics 
• English for Information Technology 
• Front-End Web Development​
• Introduction to Computer Organisation and Architecture 
• MPU1* 
• MPU1** 
• Probability and Statistics for Computing 
• Programming Concepts and Practices 
• Sun Zi's Art of War and Business Strategies 
• User Experience Design​
   
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Year 2

• CN Electives​
• Co-Curriculum 
• Computer System and Network Security 
• Fundamentals of Wireless Communications 
• ICT Electives
• Industrial Training​
   
• Information Technology Project Management​
   
• Internetworking Principles and Practices 
• Introduction to Inventive Problem Solving and Proposal Writing 
• Liberal Arts Elective ​
• Mini Project​
   
• Object-Oriented Programming Practices​
   
• Operating Systems​
   
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Year 3

• CN Electives​
• Digital Entrepreneurship​
• ICT Electives
• Information Technology Professional Ethics​
• Malaysia Economy​
• National Language / Other Language​
• Network  Switching and Routing​
   
• Project I 
• Project II

CN Elective

• Embedded Network 
• Devices Graphics Programming for Mobile Platform 
• Multimedia Networking and Real-Time Transmission 
• Network and Switch Simulation 
• Network Programming 
• Server Management and Administration 
• Software Testing 
• Wireless and Mobile Networking 
• Wireless Security 
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• ICT Elective

  • Artificial Intelligence Techniques
  • Business Analytics​​
  • Distributed Computer Systems 
  • Fundamentals of Business Systems 
  • Mobile Applications Development 
  • Optical Switching and Networking 
  • Server-Side Web Applications Development 
  • Software Engineering Principles 
  • Teletraffic Engineering 
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• Liberal Arts Elective 1 - Choose 1 course

  • Basic Professional Writing 
  • Critical Reading and Thinking 
  • Interpersonal Communication 

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National Language/Other Language - Choose 1 course
 

• Bahasa Kebangsaan (A) - For Malaysian only, without SPM-BM credit
• Communication Tamil For Health Sciences
• Introduction to French
• Introduction to German Language
   
• Introduction to Japanese
   
• Introduction to Korean
   
• Introduction to Tamil Language
   
• Introduction to Thai Language

• MPU 1* - Choose 1 course

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    • Falsafah dan Isu Semasa - For Local Students 
    • Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2 - For International Students 

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• MPU 1** - Choose 1 course

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    • Philosophy and Current Issues - For International Students 
    • Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban  - For Local Students 

Co-curriculum - Choose 1 course

• Art, Craft, and Design
• Arts and Cultural Performance
• Business Plan Writing & Preparation
• Community Project
• Critical Thinking, Creative Thinking and Problem Solving
   
• Language, Culture and Social Study Aboard
• Leadership and Teambuilding
   
• Managing Personal Finance
• Management of Martial Arts Activity
   
• Management of Sports Activity
• Music Performance
   
• Oral Communication
   
• Social Entrepreneurship Project
   
• Study Soft Skills and/or Life Skills Abroad
   
• Team Work and Collaborative Project
   
• Work Ethics and EQ
   
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Entry Requirements

STPM 1. A minimum of Grade C (GP 2.00) in any 2 subjects 2. Credit in Mathematics at SPM level/equivalent*

STAM 1. A minimum grade of Jayyid in any 2 subjects 2. Credit in Mathematics at SPM level/equivalent* 

A-Level 1. A minimum of Grade D in any 2 subjects 2. Credit in Mathematics at SPM level/equivalent*

UEC 1. Grade B in 5 subjects 2. Credit in Mathematics at SPM level/equivalent*  

SAM 1. Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) 70 and Grade B in any 2 subjects 2. Credit in Mathematics at SPM level/equivalent* 

CPU 1. An average of 70% in any 6 subjects 2. Credit in Mathematics at SPM level/equivalent*

Diploma (Level 4, MQF) in the relevant field: 1. Diploma in Computing (Level 4, MQF) / equivalent with a minimum CGPA of 2.50. Note: Candidates with CGPA below 2.50 but above 2.00 may be admitted subject to a thorough internal evaluation process. 2. Diploma in Non-Coumputing (Level 4, MQF) with a minimum CGPA of 2.75 AND credit in: a) Mathematics at SPM level/equivalent, OR b) Candidates with a pass in Mathematics at SPM level/equivalent are required to take and pass the Mathematics Enhancement Course (MEC) as a pre-requisite before they could proceed to join this programme. Note: Candidates with CGPA below 2.75 but above 2.50 may be admitted subject to a thorough internal evaluation process.

TVET Diplomas: Diploma Kemahiran Malaysia (DKM) / Diploma Vokasional Malaysia (DVM) / Diploma Lanjutan Kemahiran Malaysia (DLKM): 1. Must be fully accredited by MQA. 2. DKM/DLKM/DVM in Computing fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 subject to Senate / Academic Board’s approval. 3. Applicants will be required to pass the admission screening process conducted by the faculty and may be required to undergo the Bridging programme, if necessary, during the period of their study in addition to the existing curriculum structure. 4. Credit transfer can be considered on a case-to-case basis and subject to existing credit transfer policies which are in effect

Foundation from UTAR Matriculation / Foundation from other Institutions of Higher Learning : 1. Minimum CGPA of 2.00 2. MUST have a credit in Mathematics at SPM level/equivalent*

Other equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian Government: MUST have a credit in Mathematics at SPM level/equivalent*

Career Prospects

• Network Designer 
• IT Security Specialist 
• Network Administrator 
• Network Security Architect 
• Network Engineer 
• Network Manager 

Study Abroad Pathway

No