KUCHING: At the International College of Advanced Technology Sarawak (i-CATS), students of the Diploma in Information Technology and Diploma in Software Engineering programmes are quick to appreciate the importance of acquiring a broad base of technical and soft skills to prepare for an oasis of career opportunities in the information and communications technology (ICT) industry.
Across the globe, with ICT driving innovation and productivity, exciting transformational technologies such as cloud computing, big data management and analytics, and mobile apps are shaping the vibrant canvas of humanity.
It is forecasted that growth in these emerging technologies will result in the creation of millions of new jobs over the next few years.
In the nation, the increasing prominence of home-grown organisations coupled with a host of world-class ICT companies establishing regional facilities will boost the demand for highly skilled ICT professionals.
In a recent JobStreet survey, jobs in the ICT industry are ranked among the top ten best paying jobs in the nation.
Students who have completed SPM/SPMV with a minimum of three credits including Mathematics and a pass in English are eligible to enter the i-CATS Diploma in Information Technology or Diploma in Software Engineering programme.
Applications will also be considered for those who have completed an MQA Accredited Certificate in Computing/Information Technology or an equivalent qualification.
The Diploma in Information Technology programme equips students with skills which will enable them to apply and adapt computing or communications technology in planning, designing and managing computer-based information systems.
In the Diploma in Software Engineering programme, students focus on software development. Students have the opportunity to work in teams as they develop software systems in line with the needs of users.
The combination of theory and practical sessions during the course of their studies goes a long way in preparing the students for ICT-related careers or further studies at the degree level.
Prior to the completion of the aforementioned diploma programmes, students are required to undergo a 6-month internship.
This adds value to the diploma programmes and ensures that the students have the opportunity to learn directly from the industry and gain real-world work experience at world-class organisations.
Due to the breadth of the curriculum, in addition to a career in software development, Diploma in Software Engineering graduates would be able to excel as graphic design engineers, multimedia designers, site server supervisors, system analysts and website developers.
Enrolment to the programmes offered by the i-CATS School of Information Technology is now ongoing for the July 2014 session.
For further information on the programmes and various forms of financial assistance, visit the PPKS/i-CATS main campus at Jalan Canna, off Jalan Wan Alwi, Tabuan Jaya here or call 1800-88-7757 (toll free) or 082-364198/364252/364253/365970. Information can also be obtained from i-CATS’s website at www.icats.edu.my.