Program Learning Outcomes – Department of IT

Program Learning Outcomes

The Department of Information Technology educates and develops students to become qualified professionals for government and non-government organizations. The department aims to support the transformation of society into a technologically advanced, knowledge-based community and to empower staff and individuals in digital services across public and private sectors.

1. Needs and Importance

  • Society’s growing demand for IT specialists across many fields.
  • The critical role of IT in improving government operations and public services.
  • The importance of IT in modern education and teaching methods.
  • IT’s contribution to a developed society and everyday life.

2. Career Opportunities

Students must complete the full program to receive the diploma. Graduates are prepared for careers such as:

  • Network and Computer Systems Administrator
  • Web Developer / Web Designer
  • Computer and Information Systems Manager
  • Computer Support Specialist
  • Computer Programmer (Hardware & Software)
  • Information Security Analyst

3. Program Competencies

Graduates will be able to:

  • Design and develop web pages and basic web applications.
  • Work with commercial database systems and understand connectivity concepts.
  • Apply systems analysis and design methodologies to real problems.
  • Plan, initiate, manage, control, and report on IT projects.
  • Collect, analyze, and present technical information effectively.
  • Use general technology knowledge and standard principles across common platforms.
  • Demonstrate basic understanding of software and hardware operations.
  • Design and implement simple information systems.
  • Troubleshoot and solve routine technical problems.
  • Apply ethical and professional practices in IT work.

4. Program Educational Objectives (PEOs)

By graduation, alumni will:

  • Apply problem-solving skills and core IT concepts according to best practices and standards.
  • Select, design, integrate, and administer IT solutions within organizational environments.
  • Use analytical and critical thinking skills alongside practical knowledge in IT contexts.
  • Keep up-to-date with developments and trends in information technology.
  • Apply practical, business-compatible IT skills in the workplace.

5. Program Constituencies

  1. Akre University for Applied Sciences (AUAS)
  2. Department of Information Technology (Bardarash Technical Institute)