Degree Requirements

Degree Requirements

The Post Graduate Diploma in Information Technology (PGDIT) at Jahangirnagar University requires the completion of a minimum of 36 credit hours. This program is structured over one academic year, divided into three trimesters. Each trimester includes a combination of theory courses and project work.

Students must complete 10 courses, each worth 3 credit hours, and a project worth 6 credit hours. The program is designed for graduates from any discipline, aiming to enhance their knowledge and skills in ICT. Students are responsible for meeting all course prerequisites and following the proper procedures for enrollment and course selection.

Program Learning Outcomes

A graduate student of the PGDIT program at IIT-JU will have the ability to:

Professional Skills - Develop, manage, and evaluate complex ICT systems and applications.

Problem Analysis - Identify, analyze, and solve ICT-related problems using mathematical and scientific principles.

Design/Development of Solutions - Design and implement software projects considering performance and cost constraints.

Investigation - Conduct research and investigations into complex ICT problems using evidence-based methods.

Modern Tool Usage - Apply modern tools and techniques in ICT with an understanding of their limitations.

The Engineer and Society - Address societal, environmental, and economic issues through ICT solutions.

Environment and Sustainability - Promote sustainable development through ICT solutions.

Ethics - Make informed decisions based on legal and ethical standards in ICT practice.

Communication - Communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences.

Individual and Teamwork - Work independently or as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Lifelong Learning - Continuously upgrade skills and adapt to emerging technologies.

Successful Career and Entrepreneurship - Pursue successful careers or entrepreneurship in ICT, contributing to national and social development.

Major Requirements (36 units)

  • PGDIT-101: Introduction to IT and Programming - 3.0
  • PGDIT-102: Computer Programming Environment - 3.0
  • PGDIT-103: Data Structures and Algorithms - 3.0
  • PGDIT-104: Database Management System - 3.0
  • PGDIT-105: Operating System Concepts - 3.0
  • PGDIT-106: Object Oriented Programming - 3.0
  • PGDIT-107: Network Design - 3.0
  • PGDIT-108: Web Programming - 3.0
  • PGDIT-109: Software Engineering - 3.0
  • PGDIT-110: E-Commerce - 3.0
  • PGDIT-111: Cloud Computing and its Application - 3.0
  • PGDIT-112: Mobile Application - 3.0
  • PGDIT-113: Wireless Communication Fundamentals - 3.0
  • PGDIT-114: Artificial Intelligence and Neural Network - 3.0
  • PGDIT-115: Network Security - 3.0
  • PGDIT-116: Microcontroller & Embedded Systems - 3.0
  • PGDIT-117: Cyber Security & Ethics - 3.0
  • PGDIT-118: Health Informatics - 3.0
  • PGDIT-119: Sensor and Interfacing, Arduino Project - 3.0
  • PGDIT-120: Dot Net Technology - 3.0
  • PGDIT-121: Software Testing and Quality Assurance - 3.0
  • PGDIT-122: Management Information System - 3.0
  • PGDIT-123: Telecommunication Network Management - 3.0
  • PGDIT-124: Project Management and Quality Assurance - 3.0
  • PGDIT-125: Recent Trends in ICT - 3.0
  • PGDIT-126: Projects - 4.0

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