CERTIFICATE IN COMPUTER SCIENCE

COURSE INTRODUCTION

Information and Communication Technology (ICT) continues to change rapidly, creating new opportunities and challenges. The discipline is relatively new and areas formally thought not possible to apply computer technology continue to provide new opportunities. The Certificate in Computer Science prepares candidates for a career in the ICT industry. It is designed to meet the increasing demand in the work place for ICT professionals with technical skills and the capacity to offer support in the implementation of IT-based solutions in business. The course is made up of 14 units. It focuses on issues surrounding developing, implementation and management of computer software as well as introduction to principles that are core to computer science. The programme introduces students to physics and mathematics which are crucial to better understanding of computer science fundamentals.

It is expected that upon completion of the programme the student should be able to:

  • Identify and apply software engineering and hardware engineering tools effectively.
  • Apply basic skills to design and implement suitable computer applications, both software and hardware, and advice on such applications.
  • Function as a productive member of his/her profession.
  • Of transforming the economic growth and improve life of communities
  • Evaluate computer science opportunities in business and implement effective computer science solutions

Kenya certificate of secondary education (K.C.S.E) with a minimum grade of D+.

The programme is offered for a period of 2 semesters and seven units are taught in each semester. In semester one, students are introduced to physics and mathematical concepts relevant in the computer science discipline. This is in addition to core computer science units. The mode of delivery shall be Full time, Part time; The method of delivery shall be lectures, demonstrations, discussions and practicals.

Full Time  Ksh = 30,000/ per Semester

Applications should be on official forms available at Tharaka University College in Gatunga; Non-refundable fee of KES 2,000 for postgraduate courses degree, and diploma programmes and KES 1,000 for certificate courses to be deposited in the following accounts:

Bank Name        Account Name:   Branch       Account Tharaka University

                                  College

Co-operative      Fees   Collection  

Bank                     Account                 Chuka       0112972400000

Equity Bank        Fees   Collection   Chuka      021 0277753588

Account

KCB Bank           Fees   Collection   Chuka       1240985967

Account

How to Apply?

Reach out admission Office via 0721839583 or 0703684570