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Preparatory Course to the Final Year in
Bachelor of Computer Science

Admission Criteria
Course Structure
Current Timetable
Course Description

Seminar and Preview

	Date	:	02 October 2008, Thursday
	Time	;	7.00 p.m. - 9.00 p.m.
	Venue	:	97 Tank Road, Level 4 Teochew Building
	Speaker	:	Dr Cherryl Pope

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Introduction
This course provides the required level of understanding and up-to-date knowledge for students who have the relevant diplomas and/or IT working experience to enter the Final Year of the Bachelor of Computer Science degree program from the University of Adelaide.

Admission Criteria

1. IT-related Diploma

  Information Technology
  Computer Studies
  Engineering Informatics
  Multimedia Computing
  Business Informatics
  Info-Communications

2. Engineering Diploma

  All Electronic fields
  Electrical Engineering
  Mechanical Engineering
  Mechatronic
  Computer Engineering
  Manufacturing Engineering

Notes:

Other diplomas may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Relevant IT working experience will be given due consideration.

Course Modules

The Preparatory Course consists of 4 modules:

1. Java Programming 1

This module provides an introduction to programming in Java. Topics covered includes variables, control structures, number types, strings, arithmetic operators, relational operators, methods, input/output, classes and subclasses. Each session consists of 1 hour lecture and 1.5 hour computer laboratory practical.

2. Java Programming 2

This module provides an introduction to programming in Java. Topics covered includes variables, control structures, array, arraylist, operator precedence, exception, text files, formatted output, recursion. Each session consists of 1 hour lecture and 1.5 hour computer laboratory practical.

3. Computers, Networking & Communication

This module provides fundamental knowledge in computer technology and concept in the design and implementation of communication networks to facilitate interconnectivity and interoperability. It also provides introduction to computer network peripherals, communication protocols and interfaces as well as network security requirements to support business information needs.

4. Information Encoding

This module introduces fundamental topics in discrete mathematics that are essential to computing. It covers topics including different number systems, its operations and conversion; and representation of numbers in computer.

Assessment

One 30-minute Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) test per module, and
One Programming Project

Upon Completion
Students who obtain a satisfactory pass will gain entry to the Final Year of Bachelor of Computer Science degree program by the University of Adelaide.

Program Duration and Delivery

Total number of hours for the course:

25 hours

Frequency:

2 sessions per week,

Mon and Thurs evenings

7.00 p.m. - 9.30 p.m.

Total duration for the course:

5 weeks

Applicant Checklist
  Completed application form (PDF document).
  Certified copy of diploma certificate and academic transcripts.
  2 passport-sized photographs

Fees
There is no application fee and no registration fee.
Total fee for the course is $1,284.00
Course fees cover course materials.

(NOTE: All fees are inclusive of 7% GST)

Payment methods:
  Cash
  NETS (Subject to your daily withdrawal limit)
  Cheque payable to
Ngee Ann-Adelaide Education Centre Pte Ltd

All fees quoted are in Singapore dollars. NAAEC reserves the right to change the course fee without prior notice.

Enquiries
Email: computer-science@naaec.com.sg

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