Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (VSU Isabel)
BSIT
Offered by Department of Information Technology - Isabel
Focuses on the utilization of hardware and software technologies involving planning, installing, operating, managing, and maintaining IT infrastructure to provide computing solutions that address organizational needs.
Program Overview
The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT) program includes the study of the utilization of both hardware and software technologies involving planning, installing, customizing, operating, managing and administering, and maintaining information technology infrastructure that provides computing solutions to address the needs of an organization. The program prepares graduates to address various user needs involving the selection, development, application, integration, and management of computing technologies within an organization. Students are trained to understand best practices and standards, analyze complex problems, identify computing requirements, and integrate IT-based solutions effectively into the user environment.
Program Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, graduates will be able to:
Apply knowledge of computing, science, and mathematics appropriate to the discipline.
Identify and analyze user needs and take these into account in the selection, creation, evaluation, and administration of computer-based systems, while understanding best practices and standards and their applications.
Analyze complex problems and identify the computing requirements appropriate to its solution.
Design, implement, and evaluate computer-based systems, processes, components, or programs to meet desired needs and requirements under various constraints.
Integrate IT-based solutions into the user environment effectively.
Apply knowledge through the use of current techniques, skills, tools, and practices necessary for the IT profession.
Function effectively as a member or leader of a development team, recognizing the different roles within a team to accomplish a common goal.
Assist in the creation of an effective IT project plan and communicate effectively with the computing community and with society at large about complex computing activities through logical writing, presentations, and clear instructions.
Analyze the local and global impact of computing information technology on individuals, organizations, and society, and understand professional, ethical, legal, security, and social issues and responsibilities in the utilization of information technology.
Recognize the need for and engage in planning self-learning and improving performance as a foundation for continuing professional development.
Accreditation
The program has been granted by CHED with a Certificate of Program Compliance (COPC).
Curriculum
Our comprehensive 4 years curriculum is designed to provide you with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills.
1st Year - 1st Semester
Introduction to Computing
CSIT 101 · Prerequisite: None
Computer Programming I
CSIT 102 · Prerequisite: None
Purposive Communication
Comm 11 · Prerequisite: None
Mathematics in the Modern World
Math 11n · Prerequisite: None
Understanding the Self
ScSc 11n · Prerequisite: None
Movement Enhancement
PhEd 11 · Prerequisite: None
National Service Training Program I
NSTP 11 · Prerequisite: None
1st Year - 2nd Semester
Computer Programming II
CSIT 103 · Prerequisite: CSIT 101; CSIT 102
Introduction to Human Computer Interaction
ITec 111 · Prerequisite: CSIT 101; CSIT 102
Discrete Mathematics
ITec 112 · Prerequisite: CSIT 101; CSIT 102; Math 11n
Statistics
ITec 113 · Prerequisite: Math 11n
Fitness Exercises
PhEd 12 · Prerequisite: PhEd 11
National Service Training Program II
NSTP 12 · Prerequisite: NSTP 11
1st Year - Midyear
Data Structures & Algorithm
CSIT 104 · Prerequisite: CSIT 103
Platform Technologies
ITec 122 · Prerequisite: CSIT 103
2nd Year - 1st Semester
Integrative Programming & Technologies I
ITec 125 · Prerequisite: CSIT 104; ITec 122
Object Oriented Programming
ITec 121 · Prerequisite: CSIT 103
Networking I
ITec 126 · Prerequisite: ITec 122
Fundamental of Database Systems
ITec 123 · Prerequisite: CSIT 103
Quantitative Methods
ITec 124 · Prerequisite: ITec 113; ITec 112
Living in the IT Era
ITec 11 · Prerequisite: None
Physical Activities Toward Health and Fitness I
PhEd 13 · Prerequisite: PhEd 12
2nd Year - 2nd Semester
System Integration & Architecture
ITec 131 · Prerequisite: ITec 125
Information Management
CSIT 105 · Prerequisite: ITec 123
Data Mining
ITec 127 · Prerequisite: ITec 112; CSIT 103
Art Appreciation
Humn 11 · Prerequisite: None
Reading Visual Art
Humn 12n · Prerequisite: None
The Contemporary World
ScSc 13n · Prerequisite: None
Physical Activities Toward Health and Fitness II
PhEd 14 · Prerequisite: PhEd 13
2nd Year - Midyear
Advanced Database Systems
ITec 132 · Prerequisite: CSIT 105
Networking II
ITec 134 · Prerequisite: ITec 126
3rd Year - 1st Semester
Information Assurance & Security I
ITec 136 · Prerequisite: ITec 131
Web Systems & Technologies I
ITec 138 · Prerequisite: ITec 134
Application Development & Emerging Technologies
CSIT 106 · Prerequisite: ITec 132
Social & Professional Issues I
ITec 135 · Prerequisite: ITec 127
Readings in Philippine History
ScSc 12n · Prerequisite: None
3rd Year - 2nd Semester
Practicum
ITec 191 · Prerequisite: ITec 136; ITec 138; CSIT 106
3rd Year - Midyear
Social and Professional Issues II
ITec 137 · Prerequisite: ITec 135
Event Driven Programming
ITec 133 · Prerequisite: CSIT 104
4th Year - 1st Semester
Capstone Project & Research I
ITec 201 · Prerequisite: ITec 191
Undergraduate Seminar
ITec 199 · Prerequisite: ITec 191
Information Assurance & Security II
ITec 141 · Prerequisite: ITec 136
Integrative Programming & Technologies II
ITec 144 · Prerequisite: ITec 136
Web Systems & Technologies II
ITec 142 · Prerequisite: ITec 138
4th Year - 2nd Semester
Capstone Project & Research II
ITec 202 · Prerequisite: ITec 201
Systems Administration and Maintenance
ITec 143 · Prerequisite: ITec 141
Ethics
Phlo 11 · Prerequisite: None
The Entrepreneurial Mind
Entr 11 · Prerequisite: None
Life & Works of Rizal
ScSc 16 · Prerequisite: None
Science, Technology and Society
ScTS 11 · Prerequisite: None
Key Highlights
Career Opportunities
- Systems Administrator
- Network Engineer
- Database Administrator
- Systems Integration Personnel
- Technical Support Specialist
- Web and Applications Developer
Tuition Fees
- Per Semester
- Free
- Per Year
- Free
- Total Program
- Free
*Fees are subject to change. Scholarships and financial aid available.
Admission Requirements
- Meet the eligibility requirements prescribed by Visayas State University
- Take the VSU College Admission Test (VSUCAT), unless exempted under existing VSU policies
- Obtain a final admission rating of at least 60%, computed as 70% VSUCAT score and 30% applicant General Point Average
- Qualify within the approved quota of the chosen degree program
- Original Form 138 or ALS-A&E Certificate/Rating, as applicable
- Original Certificate of Good Moral Character
- Original PSA/NSO Birth Certificate
- Four passport-size colored ID photographs with white background
- Medical Certificate issued by the VSU University Health Services
- No additional program-specific admission requirements are imposed by the Faculty of Computing