The Department of Information Science and Technology offers cutting-edge programmes in Information Technology and Library Science. Students enrolled in the Information Technology programmes have access to state-of-the-art computer labs and faculties with significant programmes geared towards industry certifications.
The Associate degree in Library and Information Studies is the only one of its kind in the Caribbean and exposes students to a unique blend of the theoretical and practical aspects of Library Science. The Department also partners with NALIS to provide students with work-based, supervised practicum’s to ensure that students are work-place ready upon graduation. Upcoming degrees in the area of Library Studies include a B.A in Library and Information Studies with specializations in School Library Media and Informatics
The Department of Information Science and Technology offers the following degree programme options:
| Bachelor’s Degree Programmes | Associate Degree Programmes | ||
| B.Sc. Internet Technology | AAS IT – Information Systems Development | ||
| B.Sc. Information Technology | AAS IT – Operating Systems Management | ||
| B.Sc. Information Technology: Networking | AAS IT – Internet Technology | ||
| B.Sc. Information Technology: Computer Technology Systems |
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| Bsc Information Technology | |||
| B.Sc. Information and Library Science |
| Upcoming Degrees: |
| B.Sc. Information and Library Science – School Library Media |
| B.Sc. Information and Library Science – Records Management and Archives |
| B.Sc. Information and Library Science – Informatics |
Bachelor of Science – Information Technology
that are striving to improve operations and/or profits through the use of ICTs.
To be awarded the B.Sc. in Information Technology, students must successfully complete 127 credits with a minimum GPA of 2.0, according to the following distribution:
Specialization Courses 45
Support 10
Required Courses 24
Required College Core Courses 48
TOTAL Credits Required for Graduation 127
Bachelor of Science – Information and Library Science
To be awarded the B.Sc. in Information and Library Science, students must successfully complete 121/126 credits with a minimum GPA of 2.0, according to the following distribution:
Specialisation Courses 15
Courses in Minor Study – Information Technology 21
Courses in Minor Study – Heritage Studies 15
Support 4
Required Lib Courses 30
Specialisation Courses 24
Courses in Minor Study – School Library Media 15
Required College Core Courses 48
TOTAL Credits Required for Graduation 121/126
Bachelor of Science – Information Technology: Computer Information Systems
The Bachelor of Science degree in Information Technology – Computer Information Systems is closely aligned to the curriculum of the Oracle University, of which COSTAATT is a member. Oracle is the world leader in database technology and business intelligence, and is the second largest information technology company in the world.
Students enrolled in this programme have access to Oracle’s advanced computer science courses, curriculum and teaching aids, which have all been designed to the highest international standards.
Graduation Requirements: B.Sc. – Information Technology: Computer Information Systems
To be awarded the B.Sc. in Information Technology (CIS) degree, students must successfully complete 127 credits with a minimum GPA of 2.0, according to the following distribution:
Core courses in information technology major 30 credits
Required courses in area of specialization (Computer Information Systems) 42 credits
Total required courses in major area of study 72 credits
Core curriculum courses 51 credits
Support courses 4 credits
Total credits required for graduation 127 credits
Career Options:
- Business systems analyst
- Database administrator
- Database developer
- Trainee systems analyst
- Oracle database developer
- Database application specialist
Bachelor of Science – Information Technology: Networking
This programme is designed for individuals seeking a career in information technology, with an emphasis on networking. Students acquire sound foundational skills in key areas such as network administration, network security, network architecture and wireless communication. Students get hands-on training in network systems commonly found in business environments; discover how information systems support organizational success; and how the Technology that comprise the network infrastructure allow for successful transfer and use of mission critical business information. In addition, students install, configure, secure, administer, and troubleshoot network systems; address the management of users, shared resources, and various other network components such as routers and switches in LANs, WANs, wireless and mobile network environments.
Students who are successful in this programme will have acquired the competencies to complete the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) and Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) professional examinations.
Graduation Requirements: B.Sc. – Information Technology: Networking
To be awarded the B.Sc. in Information Technology: Networking, students must successfully complete 127 credits with a minimum GPA of 2.0, according to the following distribution:
Core courses in information technology major 30 credits
Required courses in area of specialization (Networking) 45 credits
Total required courses in major area of study 75 credits
Core curriculum courses 48 credits
Support courses 4 credits
Total credits required for graduation 127 credits
Career Options:
- Computer operator
- Networking technician
- Cabling technician
- Network administrator
- Network security personnel
- VoIP technician
- Help-desk technician
- Wireless network administrators and technician
Bachelor of Science – Internet Technology
This degree specialisation will provide students with the fundamental skills necessary to develop and maintain the changes required in this dynamic and challenging field. Students will learn the basics of internet application development and the importance of security of the internet as part of a well-rounded programme of instruction.
The programme addresses both the technical aspects of the field, as well as the many emerging business applications. The graduate will have the advantage of being able to work in diverse environments within the information technology industry. The practical knowledge gained from the programme provides a foundation of information technology skill-sets that can be used in web site development, network management, programming, systems analysis, project management, e-commerce, or any number of fields within the industry. This programme is designed to equip students to sit the Certified Internet Webmaster (CIW) professional examinations.
Graduation Requirements: Bachelor of Science – Internet Technology
To be awarded the B.Sc. in Internet Technology, students must successfully complete 127 credits with a minimum GPA of 2.0, according to the following distribution:
Core courses in information technology major 30 credits
Required courses in area of specialization (Internet Technology) 42 credits
Total required courses in major area of study 72 credits
Core curriculum courses 48 credits
Support courses 4 credits
Elective courses 3 credits
Total credits required for graduation 127 credits
Career Options:
- SAP functional developer
- JAVA/J2EE
- Web objects architect
- PERL developer
- Cold fusion developer
- UI Architect
- Web applications programmer
- Infrastructure analyst
- Web logic administrator
- Programmer analyst
Associate in Applied Science – Information Technology: Information Systems Development
This degree programme essentially comprises the first two years of the B.Sc. in Information Technology: Computer Information Systems. Students pursuing a B.Sc. in Information Technology (CIS) can exit with an AAS degree in
Information Technology (ISD) once they have completed the prescribed list of courses below. Graduates will be prepared for technician or technologist entry level positions in the job market such as programmers, systems analysts and database administrators.
Graduation Requirements: AAS – Information Technology: Information Systems Development
To be awarded the Associate in Applied Science degree in Information Technology (ISD), students must complete 70 credits with a minimum GPA of 2.0, according to the following distribution:
Core courses in information technology major 24 credits
Courses in ISD specialization 18 credits
Core curriculum courses 24 credits
Support courses 4 credits
Total Credits Required for Graduation 70 credits
Career Options:
- Systems developer
- Systems analyst
- Data modeling technician
Associate in Applied Science – Information Technology: Operating Systems Management
This degree programme essentially comprises the first two years of the B.Sc. in Information Technology: Networking. Students pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Networking can exit with an AAS degree in Information Technology: Operating Systems Management once they have completed the prescribed list of courses below.
Graduates will be prepared for technician or technologist entry level positions in the job market such as back office support technicians, end-user support personnel and networking technicians.
Graduation Requirements: AAS – Information Technology: Operating Systems Management
To be awarded the AAS in Information Technology (OSM) students must successfully complete 70 credits with a minimum GPA of 2.0, according to the following distribution:
Core courses in information technology major 24 credits
Courses in OSM specialization 18 credits
Core curriculum courses 24 credits
Support courses 4 credits
Total Credits Required for Graduation 70 credits
Career Options:
- Back office support technician
- End user support personnel
- Networking technician
Associate in Applied Science – Information Technology: Internet Technology
This degree programme essentially comprises the first two years of the B.Sc. in Internet Technology. Students pursuing a B.Sc. in Internet Technology can exit with an AAS degree in Information Technology: Internet
Technology once they have completed the prescribed list of courses below. Graduates will be prepared for technician or technologist entry level positions in the job market such as web developers, web applications programmers, systems developers and programmers.
Graduation Requirements: AAS – Information Technology: Internet Technology
To successfully complete the AAS in Information Technology: Internet Technology, students must complete 70 credits with a minimum GPA of 2.0, according to the following distribution:
Core courses in information technology major 24 credits
Courses in internet technology specialization 18 credits
Core curriculum courses 24 credits
Support courses 4 credits
Total Credits Required for Graduation 70 credits
Career Options:
- Web objects junior architect
- Web applications junior programmer
- Junior system developer
Associate in Applied Science – Library and Information Studies
Graduates of this programme qualify for employment in a variety of paraprofessional positions in schools, and public, academic and special libraries or in any other organization engaged in library-related and information management activities. The course content covers areas such as library organisation, library reference services, technical services in libraries, media management and library standards and practices.
Graduation Requirements: Associate in Applied Science – Library and Information Studies
To be awarded the AAS degree in Library and Information Studies, students must successfully complete 70 credits with a minimum GPA of 2.0, according to the following distribution:
Required courses in the major area of study 38 credits
Guided electives courses in the major 6 credits
Total courses in major area of study 44 credits
Core curriculum courses 25 credits
Support courses 1 credit
Total Credits Required for Graduation 70 credits
Career Options:
Graduates qualify for employment in a variety of paraprofessional positions in school, public, academic and special libraries or in any other organization engaged in library related activities.
Associate in Applied Science – Information technology
A growing trend internationally and in the Caribbean as businesses internationally and in the Caribbean is the merging of more than one job specification into one, in an effort to reduce cost. The programme addresses this need whereby employers can hire one person who can perform several different tasks in their respective computer departments around the Caribbean. This degree seeks to address this need by creating a broader and more flexible degree and certification options
Faculty Information:
Anisa Powder – Department Chair
Senior Lecturer – Web development, networking, network security, graphic design.
M.Sc., Dip. Ed., B.Sc. Dip. FMA, CCNA, CCAI
Research Interest: Network security, wireless and mobile communication, haptics
Edward Cameron
Senior Lecturer – Security management, operating systems, computer hardware.
PGDip., B.Sc.
Research Interests: Information and network security; ICT use tertiary level instruction; Web 2.0
Wayne Second
Senior Lecturer – Computer networking, network security.
M.Sc. Dip.Ed., B.Sc.
Research Interests: Networking
Dexter Absalom
Senior Lecturer – Computer hardware, operating systems, network architecture, client server.
M.Sc., MRP, MBA, BA
Research Interest: Telecommunications
Alicia Dennis-Nagee
Lecturer – Programming, database design and management
B.Sc.
Research Interest: Data warehousing and security
Andrea Seepersad
Senior Lecturer- Web design and development, Systems Analysis, Data Modeling.
M.Sc. PGDip.Ed., B.Sc, A.Sc
Research Interest: Mobile and Social Networking Technology
Nicole Alexander
Lecturer – Programming and program design, Microsoft Office Suite
B.Sc. Computing
Research Interest: Educational technology, distance learning
Maneka Gokool
Senior Lecturer – Library Science
M.Sc. Library Science
Research Interests: Literacy, curriculum development, library and information science.
Stacy Williams
Lecturer – Programming
B.Sc. Computer Science
Research Interest: Telehealth
Kathleen Awai
Senior Lecturer – Database design, programming, mathematics
M.Sc., Dip Ed., PGDip., B.Sc.
Research Interests: Database Technology, e-learning Technology
Vijay Ramkissoon
Senior Lecturer – Web Development
M.Sc., B.Sc.
Research Interests: Role of eastern arts in adult learning
Michelle Wooding
Senior Lecturer – Library Science
M.Sc.
Research Interests: User services, online/distance learning, children’s literature and educational Technology.
Roger Chung
Senior Lecturer – Computer Information Systems and Databases
M.Sc., B.Sc.
Research Interests: Knowledge Management, Databases and Information Systems
Job Sterling
Senior Lecturer: IT Dept – Tobago Campus.
FCCA, MSc, BAIS, MCP, PMP
Research Interests: Geographic Information Systems, Multimedia Databases, Multi-tiered Applications
Gemma Lashley
Senior Lecturer – Library and Information Science
MHEd (continuing) PG Dip. Lib. Sc. B.A
Research Interests: Information Literacy Instruction (ILI), Instructional Design