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Information Technology

Gain a broad, career-ready foundation across software, networking, databases and user support.

Why this programme

Become the person who keeps the digital world moving.

Gain a broad, career-ready foundation across software, networking, databases and user support. You’ll explore application development, networking and database systems through practical projects, teamwork and experiences that bring the profession to life. Along the way, you’ll discover where your strengths can take you—toward opportunities such as it support technician or web developer, entrepreneurship or further study.

What you’ll explore

01Application development
02Networking
03Database systems
Getting started

Entry requirements

Your path to ECC may begin in different ways. The requirements below show the routes available for this programme, and our Admissions team can help you understand how your qualifications fit.

01

A minimum of five (5) CSEC or GCE O-Level passes, including English A/English Language.

02

Mathematics and a technical subject must be among the five passes.

03

Equivalent qualifications and mature status may be considered in accordance with CCCJ/ECC policy.

Plan your studies

Programme structure

Explore each study option semester by semester, from your first foundation courses to the experiences that prepare you for work and further study. Summer semesters are included where they help you complete the two-year stage.

Full-time2 years4 published study periods
Year 1 • Semester I
CodeCourseCredits / hours
COMM1101Communication I3
PSYC1111Introduction to Psychology I3
ITEC1104Fundamentals of Information Technology3
CPRG1201Introduction to Programming3
FCHI1101Fundamentals of Computer Assembly and Hardware-Software Integration3
Year 1 • Semester II
CodeCourseCredits / hours
COMM1202Communication II3
CPRG1206Computer Programming I – (C# OOP and GUI)3
CWEB1205Web Development I- Using HTML5, JAVAScript & CSS33
CSYS2404Database Management3
MATH1103Discrete Mathematics and Algebra4
Year 2 • Semester III
CodeCourseCredits / hours
CSYS1208Networking and Communication Technology3
ELECTIVEElective3
CWEB2302Web Development II Using Asp.Net Core2
MATH1206Probability and Statistics4
COMM2301Oral Communication3
MGMT1101Introduction to Management3
Year 2 • Semester IV
CodeCourseCredits / hours
CSYS2202Introduction to Computer and Network Security3
MGMT2405Small Business Management3
CSYS2309System Administration I2
CMIS1202Business Systems: Analysis, Design and Development3
WOEP1100Work Experience3
CSYS2101Introduction to Mobile Application Development Using HTML/JS/CSS33
Part-time2 years6 published study periods
Year 1 • Semester I
CodeCourseCredits / hours
COMM1101Communication I3
ITEC1104Fundamentals of Information Technology3
CPRG1201Introduction to Programming3
FCHI1101Fundamentals of Computer Assembly and Hardware-Software Integration3
Year 1 • Semester II
CodeCourseCredits / hours
COMM1202Communication II3
CWEB1205Web Development I (HTML, Java Script, CSS3)3
CSYS2404Database Management3
MATH1103Discrete Mathematics and Algebra4
CPRG1206Computer Programming I – (C# OOP and GUI)3
Year 1 • Summer I
CodeCourseCredits / hours
CSYS2101Introduction to Mobile Application Development3
PSYC1111Introduction to Psychology I3
ELECTIVEElective3
Year 2 • Semester III
CodeCourseCredits / hours
CSYS1208Networking and Communication Technology3
MATH1206Probability and Statistics3
CWEB2302Web Development II Using Asp.Net Core2
Year 2 • Semester IV
CodeCourseCredits / hours
CSYS2202Introduction to Computer and Network Security3
CMIS1202Business Systems: Analysis, Design and Development3
CSYS2309System Administration I2
MGMT1101Introduction to Management3
Year 2 • Summer II
CodeCourseCredits / hours
MGMT2405Small Business Management3
WOEP1100Work Experience3
COMM2301Oral Communication3
Where you’ll study

Main Campus

This programme is based at the campus shown. Selected classes may also use online, field, laboratory or work-placement environments.

Main Campus137 Mountain View Avenue, Kingston 3
Is it right for you?

You may be a strong fit if you…

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are curious about technology & computing and ready to build practical skills.

02

want a structured pathway that connects learning with real career possibilities.

03

value teamwork, problem-solving and continuous professional growth.

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