The Premier B.Sc. Computer Science Programme in Kenya
Muthoni. Could you share the proposed 4 year curriculum so that we can review ... Also, please advice on when/how you intend to take views from employers etc etc Will there be a forum ? Thanks Date: Sun, 08 Nov 2009 16:45:24 +0300 From: Muthoni Masinde <muthoni@uonbi.ac.ke> To: 'KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions' <kictanet@lists.kictanet.or.ke
Cc: moturi <moturi@uonbi.ac.ke>, "waema@uonbi.ac.ke" <waema@uonbi.ac.ke>, KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions <kictanet@lists.kictanet.or.ke> Subject: [kictanet] The Premier B.Sc. Computer Science Programme in Kenya Message-ID: <C71CA624.C4A%muthoni@uonbi.ac.ke<C71CA624.C4A%25muthoni@uonbi.ac.ke>
Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" Hello everyone, Below is a brief description of the first (in Kenya) Bachelor of Science in Computer Science programme; it is currently under review: MOTIVATIONS AND OBJECTIVES The School of Computing & Informatics (formerly Institute of Computer Science) of the University of Nairobi launched the Bachelor of Science (Computer Science) programme in 1992. The programme was aimed at meeting perceived development needs in Kenya, which it has done very well. Indeed, most of the computer science professionals in industry today have been developed through this programme. However, with experience in offering this programme and given changes in national development needs as well as changes in the fast evolving area of IT, it has become necessary to revise this programme. This programme is part of a set of academic programmes (Masters programmes in: 1) Computer Science, 2) Applied Computer Science and 3) Information Systems as well as PhD in Computer Science) at the School that have been motivated by the following needs at the national level: (a) The need for Kenya to harness IT for increased productivity and effectiveness in all sectors of the economy for national prosperity. (b) The need for widespread socio-economic awareness (in Kenya) of the purpose and capabilities of information systems. (c) The need for Kenya to participate effectively in and reap maximum benefits from the global information economy. (d) The need to address the increasing demand for IT education in the world of work. The specific objectives of the Bachelor of Science (Computer Science) programme are: (a) To present the theoretical foundations in computer science and to integrate these theories in a way that gives the learner deep knowledge of computer science (b) To enable learners to use the knowledge gained to analyze, design and implement solutions to a wide range of real-world problems. (c) To develop learners who are practical and problem solving-oriented and capable of life-long learning. (d) To contribute to the production of computer science and information systems professionals required at the various levels of our nation?s industrial development and thereby be a partner in the industrial development of Kenya. PROGRAMME REVIEW GUIDELINES A number of us in the KICTANET list have a stake in this programme; we are either current/potential employers/parents/guardians of these graduates or we could be current/past students of this programme or even policy makers in relevant sectors. We will appreciate if you could share with us your general views on the following two issues: 1. The kind of Computer Science graduate the market needs; in terms of knowledge and skills 2. The kind of courses you would recommend to be critical for this graduate Sent by Muthoni Masinde (Lecturer, School of Computing and Informatics) in consultation with: Christopher Moturi (Deputy Director, School of Computing and Informatics) Tim Waema (Professor, School of Computing and Informatics) Thank you ----------------------------------------- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI IS ISO CERTIFIED The University of Nairobi is committed to providing quality services to all its clients. The University will monitor and review its quality performance from time to time through an effective implementation of the Quality Management System based on ISO 9001:2008 standard. University of Nairobi Website: http://www.uonbi.ac.ke/ +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
Agosta, Thank you for the enquiry. I am attaching a 6-page document containing a brief extract of the curriculum. We also have a 2-page questionnaire for employers which we have distributed to a few employers. We will be glad to reach more employers. We have not finalised on what kind of forum we will use to disseminate our final product¹; I will share this with you once we have finalised. Regards, Muthoni On 11/9/09 9:32 AM, "Agosta Liko" <agostal@gmail.com> wrote:
Muthoni.
Could you share the proposed 4 year curriculum so that we can review ...
Also, please advice on when/how you intend to take views from employers etc etc
Will there be a forum ?
Thanks
Date: Sun, 08 Nov 2009 16:45:24 +0300 From: Muthoni Masinde <muthoni@uonbi.ac.ke> To: 'KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions' <kictanet@lists.kictanet.or.ke
Cc: moturi <moturi@uonbi.ac.ke>, "waema@uonbi.ac.ke" <waema@uonbi.ac.ke>, KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions <kictanet@lists.kictanet.or.ke> Subject: [kictanet] The Premier B.Sc. Computer Science Programme in Kenya Message-ID: <C71CA624.C4A%muthoni@uonbi.ac.ke <mailto:C71CA624.C4A%25muthoni@uonbi.ac.ke> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1"
Hello everyone,
Below is a brief description of the first (in Kenya) Bachelor of Science in Computer Science programme; it is currently under review:
MOTIVATIONS AND OBJECTIVES
The School of Computing & Informatics (formerly Institute of Computer Science) of the University of Nairobi launched the Bachelor of Science (Computer Science) programme in 1992. The programme was aimed at meeting perceived development needs in Kenya, which it has done very well. Indeed, most of the computer science professionals in industry today have been developed through this programme. However, with experience in offering this programme and given changes in national development needs as well as changes in the fast evolving area of IT, it has become necessary to revise this programme.
This programme is part of a set of academic programmes (Masters programmes in: 1) Computer Science, 2) Applied Computer Science and 3) Information Systems as well as PhD in Computer Science) at the School that have been motivated by the following needs at the national level:
(a) The need for Kenya to harness IT for increased productivity and effectiveness in all sectors of the economy for national prosperity. (b) The need for widespread socio-economic awareness (in Kenya) of the purpose and capabilities of information systems. (c) The need for Kenya to participate effectively in and reap maximum benefits from the global information economy. (d) The need to address the increasing demand for IT education in the world of work.
The specific objectives of the Bachelor of Science (Computer Science) programme are: (a) To present the theoretical foundations in computer science and to integrate these theories in a way that gives the learner deep knowledge of computer science (b) To enable learners to use the knowledge gained to analyze, design and implement solutions to a wide range of real-world problems. (c) To develop learners who are practical and problem solving-oriented and capable of life-long learning. (d) To contribute to the production of computer science and information systems professionals required at the various levels of our nation?s industrial development and thereby be a partner in the industrial development of Kenya.
PROGRAMME REVIEW GUIDELINES A number of us in the KICTANET list have a stake in this programme; we are either current/potential employers/parents/guardians of these graduates or we could be current/past students of this programme or even policy makers in relevant sectors. We will appreciate if you could share with us your general views on the following two issues:
1. The kind of Computer Science graduate the market needs; in terms of knowledge and skills 2. The kind of courses you would recommend to be critical for this graduate
Sent by Muthoni Masinde (Lecturer, School of Computing and Informatics) in consultation with: Christopher Moturi (Deputy Director, School of Computing and Informatics) Tim Waema (Professor, School of Computing and Informatics)
Thank you
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Muthoni, This looks like what i covered[?]. It may be a good idea to target ICS/SCI alumni (in a targeted session ) to share their experiences on how they have integrated into industry. I am sure many will be have interesting feedback as well as ideas. Muthoni On Mon, Nov 9, 2009 at 1:40 PM, Muthoni Masinde <muthoni@uonbi.ac.ke> wrote:
Agosta, Thank you for the enquiry. I am attaching a 6-page document containing a brief extract of the curriculum. We also have a 2-page questionnaire for employers which we have distributed to a few employers. We will be glad to reach more employers.
We have not finalised on what kind of forum we will use to disseminate our final ‘product’; I will share this with you once we have finalised.
Regards, Muthoni
On 11/9/09 9:32 AM, "Agosta Liko" <agostal@gmail.com> wrote:
Muthoni.
Could you share the proposed 4 year curriculum so that we can review ...
Also, please advice on when/how you intend to take views from employers etc etc
Will there be a forum ?
Thanks
Date: Sun, 08 Nov 2009 16:45:24 +0300 From: Muthoni Masinde <muthoni@uonbi.ac.ke> To: 'KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions' <kictanet@lists.kictanet.or.ke
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Hello everyone,
Below is a brief description of the first (in Kenya) Bachelor of Science in Computer Science programme; it is currently under review:
MOTIVATIONS AND OBJECTIVES
The School of Computing & Informatics (formerly Institute of Computer Science) of the University of Nairobi launched the Bachelor of Science (Computer Science) programme in 1992. The programme was aimed at meeting perceived development needs in Kenya, which it has done very well. Indeed, most of the computer science professionals in industry today have been developed through this programme. However, with experience in offering this programme and given changes in national development needs as well as changes in the fast evolving area of IT, it has become necessary to revise this programme.
This programme is part of a set of academic programmes (Masters programmes in: 1) Computer Science, 2) Applied Computer Science and 3) Information Systems as well as PhD in Computer Science) at the School that have been motivated by the following needs at the national level:
(a) The need for Kenya to harness IT for increased productivity and effectiveness in all sectors of the economy for national prosperity. (b) The need for widespread socio-economic awareness (in Kenya) of the purpose and capabilities of information systems. (c) The need for Kenya to participate effectively in and reap maximum benefits from the global information economy. (d) The need to address the increasing demand for IT education in the world of work.
The specific objectives of the Bachelor of Science (Computer Science) programme are: (a) To present the theoretical foundations in computer science and to integrate these theories in a way that gives the learner deep knowledge of computer science (b) To enable learners to use the knowledge gained to analyze, design and implement solutions to a wide range of real-world problems. (c) To develop learners who are practical and problem solving-oriented and capable of life-long learning. (d) To contribute to the production of computer science and information systems professionals required at the various levels of our nation?s industrial development and thereby be a partner in the industrial development of Kenya.
PROGRAMME REVIEW GUIDELINES A number of us in the KICTANET list have a stake in this programme; we are either current/potential employers/parents/guardians of these graduates or we could be current/past students of this programme or even policy makers in relevant sectors. We will appreciate if you could share with us your general views on the following two issues:
1. The kind of Computer Science graduate the market needs; in terms of knowledge and skills 2. The kind of courses you would recommend to be critical for this graduate
Sent by Muthoni Masinde (Lecturer, School of Computing and Informatics) in consultation with: Christopher Moturi (Deputy Director, School of Computing and Informatics) Tim Waema (Professor, School of Computing and Informatics)
Thank you
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Hello Muthoni, Sure, I would love to target the ICS/SCI alumni; do you have an email group that I can use to reach a large number of you? Otherwise we are very proud of all of you (the ICS/SCI alumni). Regards, Muthoni On 11/9/09 3:01 PM, "Dorcas Muthoni" <dmuthoni@gmail.com> wrote:
Muthoni,
This looks like what i covered. It may be a good idea to target ICS/SCI alumni (in a targeted session ) to share their experiences on how they have integrated into industry. I am sure many will be have interesting feedback as well as ideas.
Muthoni
On Mon, Nov 9, 2009 at 1:40 PM, Muthoni Masinde <muthoni@uonbi.ac.ke> wrote:
Agosta, Thank you for the enquiry. I am attaching a 6-page document containing a brief extract of the curriculum. We also have a 2-page questionnaire for employers which we have distributed to a few employers. We will be glad to reach more employers.
We have not finalised on what kind of forum we will use to disseminate our final product¹; I will share this with you once we have finalised.
Regards, Muthoni
On 11/9/09 9:32 AM, "Agosta Liko" <agostal@gmail.com> wrote:
Muthoni.
Could you share the proposed 4 year curriculum so that we can review ...
Also, please advice on when/how you intend to take views from employers etc etc
Will there be a forum ?
Thanks
Date: Sun, 08 Nov 2009 16:45:24 +0300 From: Muthoni Masinde <muthoni@uonbi.ac.ke> To: 'KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions' <kictanet@lists.kictanet.or.ke
Cc: moturi <moturi@uonbi.ac.ke>, "waema@uonbi.ac.ke" <waema@uonbi.ac.ke>, KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions <kictanet@lists.kictanet.or.ke> Subject: [kictanet] The Premier B.Sc. Computer Science Programme in Kenya Message-ID: <C71CA624.C4A%muthoni@uonbi.ac.ke <mailto:C71CA624.C4A%25muthoni@uonbi.ac.ke> <mailto:C71CA624.C4A%25muthoni@uonbi.ac.ke> >
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Hello everyone,
Below is a brief description of the first (in Kenya) Bachelor of Science in Computer Science programme; it is currently under review:
MOTIVATIONS AND OBJECTIVES
The School of Computing & Informatics (formerly Institute of Computer Science) of the University of Nairobi launched the Bachelor of Science (Computer Science) programme in 1992. The programme was aimed at meeting perceived development needs in Kenya, which it has done very well. Indeed, most of the computer science professionals in industry today have been developed through this programme. However, with experience in offering this programme and given changes in national development needs as well as changes in the fast evolving area of IT, it has become necessary to revise this programme.
This programme is part of a set of academic programmes (Masters programmes in: 1) Computer Science, 2) Applied Computer Science and 3) Information Systems as well as PhD in Computer Science) at the School that have been motivated by the following needs at the national level:
(a) The need for Kenya to harness IT for increased productivity and effectiveness in all sectors of the economy for national prosperity. (b) The need for widespread socio-economic awareness (in Kenya) of the purpose and capabilities of information systems. (c) The need for Kenya to participate effectively in and reap maximum benefits from the global information economy. (d) The need to address the increasing demand for IT education in the world of work.
The specific objectives of the Bachelor of Science (Computer Science) programme are: (a) To present the theoretical foundations in computer science and to integrate these theories in a way that gives the learner deep knowledge of computer science (b) To enable learners to use the knowledge gained to analyze, design and implement solutions to a wide range of real-world problems. (c) To develop learners who are practical and problem solving-oriented and capable of life-long learning. (d) To contribute to the production of computer science and information systems professionals required at the various levels of our nation?s industrial development and thereby be a partner in the industrial development of Kenya.
PROGRAMME REVIEW GUIDELINES A number of us in the KICTANET list have a stake in this programme; we are either current/potential employers/parents/guardians of these graduates or we could be current/past students of this programme or even policy makers in relevant sectors. We will appreciate if you could share with us your general views on the following two issues:
1. The kind of Computer Science graduate the market needs; in terms of knowledge and skills 2. The kind of courses you would recommend to be critical for this graduate
Sent by Muthoni Masinde (Lecturer, School of Computing and Informatics) in consultation with: Christopher Moturi (Deputy Director, School of Computing and Informatics) Tim Waema (Professor, School of Computing and Informatics)
Thank you
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University of Nairobi Website: http://www.uonbi.ac.ke/ +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
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msc7_2004@yahoogroups.com that's for MSc 7 group. Hope it will be of help From: kictanet-bounces+wokoth=kebs.org@lists.kictanet.or.ke [mailto:kictanet-bounces+wokoth=kebs.org@lists.kictanet.or.ke] On Behalf Of Muthoni Masinde Sent: 09 November 2009 15:37 To: Okoth Washington Cc: KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions; moturi Subject: Re: [kictanet] The Premier B.Sc. Computer Science Programme in Kenya Hello Muthoni, Sure, I would love to target the ICS/SCI alumni; do you have an email group that I can use to reach a large number of you? Otherwise we are very proud of all of you (the ICS/SCI alumni). Regards, Muthoni On 11/9/09 3:01 PM, "Dorcas Muthoni" <dmuthoni@gmail.com> wrote: Muthoni, This looks like what i covered . It may be a good idea to target ICS/SCI alumni (in a targeted session ) to share their experiences on how they have integrated into industry. I am sure many will be have interesting feedback as well as ideas. Muthoni On Mon, Nov 9, 2009 at 1:40 PM, Muthoni Masinde <muthoni@uonbi.ac.ke> wrote: Agosta, Thank you for the enquiry. I am attaching a 6-page document containing a brief extract of the curriculum. We also have a 2-page questionnaire for employers which we have distributed to a few employers. We will be glad to reach more employers. We have not finalised on what kind of forum we will use to disseminate our final 'product'; I will share this with you once we have finalised. Regards, Muthoni On 11/9/09 9:32 AM, "Agosta Liko" <agostal@gmail.com> wrote: Muthoni. Could you share the proposed 4 year curriculum so that we can review ... Also, please advice on when/how you intend to take views from employers etc etc Will there be a forum ? Thanks Date: Sun, 08 Nov 2009 16:45:24 +0300 From: Muthoni Masinde <muthoni@uonbi.ac.ke> To: 'KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions' <kictanet@lists.kictanet.or.ke
Cc: moturi <moturi@uonbi.ac.ke>, "waema@uonbi.ac.ke" <waema@uonbi.ac.ke>, KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions <kictanet@lists.kictanet.or.ke> Subject: [kictanet] The Premier B.Sc. Computer Science Programme in Kenya Message-ID: <C71CA624.C4A%muthoni@uonbi.ac.ke <mailto:C71CA624.C4A%25muthoni@uonbi.ac.ke> <mailto:C71CA624.C4A%25muthoni@uonbi.ac.ke> <mailto:C71CA624.C4A%25muthoni@uonbi.ac.ke> <mailto:C71CA624.C4A%25muthoni@uonbi.ac.ke> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" Hello everyone, Below is a brief description of the first (in Kenya) Bachelor of Science in Computer Science programme; it is currently under review: MOTIVATIONS AND OBJECTIVES The School of Computing & Informatics (formerly Institute of Computer Science) of the University of Nairobi launched the Bachelor of Science (Computer Science) programme in 1992. The programme was aimed at meeting perceived development needs in Kenya, which it has done very well. Indeed, most of the computer science professionals in industry today have been developed through this programme. However, with experience in offering this programme and given changes in national development needs as well as changes in the fast evolving area of IT, it has become necessary to revise this programme. This programme is part of a set of academic programmes (Masters programmes in: 1) Computer Science, 2) Applied Computer Science and 3) Information Systems as well as PhD in Computer Science) at the School that have been motivated by the following needs at the national level: (a) The need for Kenya to harness IT for increased productivity and effectiveness in all sectors of the economy for national prosperity. (b) The need for widespread socio-economic awareness (in Kenya) of the purpose and capabilities of information systems. (c) The need for Kenya to participate effectively in and reap maximum benefits from the global information economy. (d) The need to address the increasing demand for IT education in the world of work. The specific objectives of the Bachelor of Science (Computer Science) programme are: (a) To present the theoretical foundations in computer science and to integrate these theories in a way that gives the learner deep knowledge of computer science (b) To enable learners to use the knowledge gained to analyze, design and implement solutions to a wide range of real-world problems. (c) To develop learners who are practical and problem solving-oriented and capable of life-long learning. (d) To contribute to the production of computer science and information systems professionals required at the various levels of our nation?s industrial development and thereby be a partner in the industrial development of Kenya. PROGRAMME REVIEW GUIDELINES A number of us in the KICTANET list have a stake in this programme; we are either current/potential employers/parents/guardians of these graduates or we could be current/past students of this programme or even policy makers in relevant sectors. We will appreciate if you could share with us your general views on the following two issues: 1. The kind of Computer Science graduate the market needs; in terms of knowledge and skills 2. The kind of courses you would recommend to be critical for this graduate Sent by Muthoni Masinde (Lecturer, School of Computing and Informatics) in consultation with: Christopher Moturi (Deputy Director, School of Computing and Informatics) Tim Waema (Professor, School of Computing and Informatics) Thank you ----------------------------------------- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI IS ISO CERTIFIED The University of Nairobi is committed to providing quality services to all its clients. The University will monitor and review its quality performance from time to time through an effective implementation of the Quality Management System based on ISO 9001:2008 standard. 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We used to have some list for our class that i can no longer trace ... On Mon, Nov 9, 2009 at 3:37 PM, Muthoni Masinde <muthoni@uonbi.ac.ke> wrote:
Hello Muthoni, Sure, I would love to target the ICS/SCI alumni; do you have an email group that I can use to reach a large number of you? Otherwise we are very proud of all of you (the ICS/SCI alumni).
Regards, Muthoni
On 11/9/09 3:01 PM, "Dorcas Muthoni" <dmuthoni@gmail.com> wrote:
Muthoni,
This looks like what i covered. It may be a good idea to target ICS/SCI alumni (in a targeted session ) to share their experiences on how they have integrated into industry. I am sure many will be have interesting feedback as well as ideas.
Muthoni
On Mon, Nov 9, 2009 at 1:40 PM, Muthoni Masinde <muthoni@uonbi.ac.ke> wrote:
Agosta, Thank you for the enquiry. I am attaching a 6-page document containing a brief extract of the curriculum. We also have a 2-page questionnaire for employers which we have distributed to a few employers. We will be glad to reach more employers.
We have not finalised on what kind of forum we will use to disseminate our final ‘product’; I will share this with you once we have finalised.
Regards, Muthoni
On 11/9/09 9:32 AM, "Agosta Liko" <agostal@gmail.com> wrote:
Muthoni.
Could you share the proposed 4 year curriculum so that we can review ...
Also, please advice on when/how you intend to take views from employers etc etc
Will there be a forum ?
Thanks
Date: Sun, 08 Nov 2009 16:45:24 +0300 From: Muthoni Masinde <muthoni@uonbi.ac.ke> To: 'KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions' <kictanet@lists.kictanet.or.ke
Cc: moturi <moturi@uonbi.ac.ke>, "waema@uonbi.ac.ke" <waema@uonbi.ac.ke>, KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions <kictanet@lists.kictanet.or.ke> Subject: [kictanet] The Premier B.Sc. Computer Science Programme in Kenya Message-ID: <C71CA624.C4A%muthoni@uonbi.ac.ke<C71CA624.C4A%25muthoni@uonbi.ac.ke> <mailto:C71CA624.C4A%25muthoni@uonbi.ac.ke><C71CA624.C4A%25muthoni@uonbi.ac.ke> <mailto:C71CA624.C4A%25muthoni@uonbi.ac.ke><C71CA624.C4A%25muthoni@uonbi.ac.ke>>
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Hello everyone,
Below is a brief description of the first (in Kenya) Bachelor of Science in Computer Science programme; it is currently under review:
MOTIVATIONS AND OBJECTIVES
The School of Computing & Informatics (formerly Institute of Computer Science) of the University of Nairobi launched the Bachelor of Science (Computer Science) programme in 1992. The programme was aimed at meeting perceived development needs in Kenya, which it has done very well. Indeed, most of the computer science professionals in industry today have been developed through this programme. However, with experience in offering this programme and given changes in national development needs as well as changes in the fast evolving area of IT, it has become necessary to revise this programme.
This programme is part of a set of academic programmes (Masters programmes in: 1) Computer Science, 2) Applied Computer Science and 3) Information Systems as well as PhD in Computer Science) at the School that have been motivated by the following needs at the national level:
(a) The need for Kenya to harness IT for increased productivity and effectiveness in all sectors of the economy for national prosperity. (b) The need for widespread socio-economic awareness (in Kenya) of the purpose and capabilities of information systems. (c) The need for Kenya to participate effectively in and reap maximum benefits from the global information economy. (d) The need to address the increasing demand for IT education in the world of work.
The specific objectives of the Bachelor of Science (Computer Science) programme are: (a) To present the theoretical foundations in computer science and to integrate these theories in a way that gives the learner deep knowledge of computer science (b) To enable learners to use the knowledge gained to analyze, design and implement solutions to a wide range of real-world problems. (c) To develop learners who are practical and problem solving-oriented and capable of life-long learning. (d) To contribute to the production of computer science and information systems professionals required at the various levels of our nation?s industrial development and thereby be a partner in the industrial development of Kenya.
PROGRAMME REVIEW GUIDELINES A number of us in the KICTANET list have a stake in this programme; we are either current/potential employers/parents/guardians of these graduates or we could be current/past students of this programme or even policy makers in relevant sectors. We will appreciate if you could share with us your general views on the following two issues:
1. The kind of Computer Science graduate the market needs; in terms of knowledge and skills 2. The kind of courses you would recommend to be critical for this graduate
Sent by Muthoni Masinde (Lecturer, School of Computing and Informatics) in consultation with: Christopher Moturi (Deputy Director, School of Computing and Informatics) Tim Waema (Professor, School of Computing and Informatics)
Thank you
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Greetings, sci2009@googlegroups.com That is the group email for BSc. (CS) class of 2009. Regards, Mercy ________________________________ From: Dorcas Muthoni <dmuthoni@gmail.com> To: mercytracy07@yahoo.com Cc: KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions <kictanet@lists.kictanet.or.ke>; moturi <moturi@uonbi.ac.ke> Sent: Mon, November 9, 2009 4:17:07 PM Subject: Re: [kictanet] The Premier B.Sc. Computer Science Programme in Kenya We used to have some list for our class that i can no longer trace ... On Mon, Nov 9, 2009 at 3:37 PM, Muthoni Masinde <muthoni@uonbi.ac.ke> wrote:
Hello Muthoni,
Sure, I would love to target the ICS/SCI alumni; do you have an email group that I can use to reach a large number of you? Otherwise we are very proud of all of you (the ICS/SCI alumni).
Regards, Muthoni
On 11/9/09 3:01 PM, "Dorcas Muthoni" <dmuthoni@gmail.com> wrote:
Muthoni,
This looks like what i covered. It may be a good idea to target ICS/SCI alumni (in a targeted session ) to share their experiences on how they have integrated into industry. I am sure many will be have interesting feedback as well as ideas.
Muthoni
On Mon, Nov 9, 2009 at 1:40 PM, Muthoni Masinde <muthoni@uonbi.ac.ke> wrote:
Agosta,
Thank you for the enquiry. I am attaching a 6-page document containing a brief extract of the curriculum. We also have a 2-page questionnaire for employers which we have distributed to a few employers. We will be glad to reach more employers.
We have not finalised on what kind of forum we will use to disseminate our final ‘product’; I will share this with you once we have finalised.
Regards, Muthoni
On 11/9/09 9:32 AM, "Agosta Liko" <agostal@gmail.com> wrote:
Muthoni.
>>Could you share the proposed 4 year curriculum so that we can review ...
>>Also, please advice on when/how you intend to take views from employers etc etc
>>Will there be a forum ?
>>Thanks
>>Date: Sun, 08 Nov 2009 16:45:24 +0300 >>From: Muthoni Masinde <muthoni@uonbi.ac.ke> >>To: 'KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions' <kictanet@lists.kictanet.or.ke >>> >>Cc: moturi <moturi@uonbi.ac.ke>, "waema@uonbi.ac.ke" >> <waema@uonbi.ac.ke>, KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions >> <kictanet@lists.kictanet.or.ke> >>Subject: [kictanet] The Premier B.Sc. Computer Science Programme in >> Kenya
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>>Hello everyone,
>>Below is a brief description of the first (in Kenya) Bachelor of Science in >>Computer Science programme; it is currently under review:
>>MOTIVATIONS AND OBJECTIVES
>>The School of Computing & Informatics (formerly Institute of Computer >>Science) of the University of Nairobi launched the Bachelor of Science >>(Computer Science) programme in 1992. The programme was aimed at meeting >>perceived development needs in Kenya, which it has done very well. Indeed, >>most of the computer science professionals in industry today have been >>developed through this programme. However, with experience in offering this >>programme and given changes in national development needs as well as changes >>in the fast evolving area of IT, it has become necessary to revise this >>programme.
>>This programme is part of a set of academic programmes (Masters programmes >>in: 1) Computer Science, 2) Applied Computer Science and 3) Information >>Systems as well as PhD in Computer Science) at the School that have been >>motivated by the following needs at the national level:
>>(a) The need for Kenya to harness IT for increased productivity and >>effectiveness in all sectors of the economy for national prosperity. >>(b) The need for widespread socio-economic awareness (in Kenya) of the >>purpose and capabilities of information systems. >>(c) The need for Kenya to participate effectively in and reap maximum >>benefits from the global information economy. >>(d) The need to address the increasing demand for IT education in the world >>of work.
>>The specific objectives of the Bachelor of Science (Computer Science) >>programme are: >>(a) To present the theoretical foundations in computer science and to >>integrate these theories in a way that gives the learner deep knowledge of >>computer science >>(b) To enable learners to use the knowledge gained to analyze, design >>and implement solutions to a wide range of real-world problems. >>(c) To develop learners who are practical and problem solving-oriented >>and capable of life-long learning. >>(d) To contribute to the production of computer science and >>information systems professionals required at the various levels of our >>nation?s industrial development and thereby be a partner in the industrial >>development of Kenya.
>>PROGRAMME REVIEW GUIDELINES >>A number of us in the KICTANET list have a stake in this programme; we are >>either current/potential employers/parents/guardians of these graduates or >>we could be current/past students of this programme or even policy makers in >>relevant sectors. We will appreciate if you could share with us your >>general views on the following two issues:
>>1. The kind of Computer Science graduate the market needs; in terms of >>knowledge and skills >>2. The kind of courses you would recommend to be critical for this graduate
>>Sent by Muthoni Masinde (Lecturer, School of Computing and Informatics) in >>consultation with: >>Christopher Moturi (Deputy Director, School of Computing and Informatics) >>Tim Waema (Professor, School of Computing and Informatics)
>>Thank you
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Please also check ISACA Model Curriculum for Universities www.isaca.org you can pick a few areas there. Some Universties have adopted the Curriculum in their programs. The good news from ISACA is that they continue with research every time covering various areas and involving the global membership. Preston Odera --- On Mon, 11/9/09, Mercy Wangechi <mercytracy07@yahoo.com> wrote: From: Mercy Wangechi <mercytracy07@yahoo.com> Subject: Re: [kictanet] The Premier B.Sc. Computer Science Programme in Kenya To: podera_2002@yahoo.com Cc: "KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions" <kictanet@lists.kictanet.or.ke>, "moturi" <moturi@uonbi.ac.ke> Date: Monday, November 9, 2009, 6:25 PM Greetings, sci2009@googlegroups.com That is the group email for BSc. (CS) class of 2009. Regards, Mercy From: Dorcas Muthoni <dmuthoni@gmail.com> To: mercytracy07@yahoo.com Cc: KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions <kictanet@lists.kictanet.or.ke>; moturi <moturi@uonbi.ac.ke> Sent: Mon, November 9, 2009 4:17:07 PM Subject: Re: [kictanet] The Premier B.Sc. Computer Science Programme in Kenya We used to have some list for our class that i can no longer trace ... On Mon, Nov 9, 2009 at 3:37 PM, Muthoni Masinde <muthoni@uonbi.ac.ke> wrote: Hello Muthoni, Sure, I would love to target the ICS/SCI alumni; do you have an email group that I can use to reach a large number of you? Otherwise we are very proud of all of you (the ICS/SCI alumni). Regards, Muthoni On 11/9/09 3:01 PM, "Dorcas Muthoni" <dmuthoni@gmail.com> wrote: Muthoni, This looks like what i covered. It may be a good idea to target ICS/SCI alumni (in a targeted session ) to share their experiences on how they have integrated into industry. I am sure many will be have interesting feedback as well as ideas. Muthoni On Mon, Nov 9, 2009 at 1:40 PM, Muthoni Masinde <muthoni@uonbi.ac.ke> wrote: Agosta, Thank you for the enquiry. I am attaching a 6-page document containing a brief extract of the curriculum. We also have a 2-page questionnaire for employers which we have distributed to a few employers. We will be glad to reach more employers. We have not finalised on what kind of forum we will use to disseminate our final ‘product’; I will share this with you once we have finalised. Regards, Muthoni On 11/9/09 9:32 AM, "Agosta Liko" <agostal@gmail.com> wrote: Muthoni. Could you share the proposed 4 year curriculum so that we can review ... Also, please advice on when/how you intend to take views from employers etc etc Will there be a forum ? Thanks Date: Sun, 08 Nov 2009 16:45:24 +0300 From: Muthoni Masinde <muthoni@uonbi.ac.ke> To: 'KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions' <kictanet@lists.kictanet.or.ke
Cc: moturi <moturi@uonbi.ac.ke>, "waema@uonbi.ac.ke" <waema@uonbi.ac.ke>, KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions <kictanet@lists.kictanet.or.ke> Subject: [kictanet] The Premier B.Sc. Computer Science Programme in Kenya Message-ID: <C71CA624.C4A%muthoni@uonbi.ac.ke <mailto:C71CA624.C4A%25muthoni@uonbi.ac.ke> <mailto:C71CA624.C4A%25muthoni@uonbi.ac.ke> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" Hello everyone, Below is a brief description of the first (in Kenya) Bachelor of Science in Computer Science programme; it is currently under review: MOTIVATIONS AND OBJECTIVES The School of Computing & Informatics (formerly Institute of Computer Science) of the University of Nairobi launched the Bachelor of Science (Computer Science) programme in 1992. The programme was aimed at meeting perceived development needs in Kenya, which it has done very well. Indeed, most of the computer science professionals in industry today have been developed through this programme. However, with experience in offering this programme and given changes in national development needs as well as changes in the fast evolving area of IT, it has become necessary to revise this programme. This programme is part of a set of academic programmes (Masters programmes in: 1) Computer Science, 2) Applied Computer Science and 3) Information Systems as well as PhD in Computer Science) at the School that have been motivated by the following needs at the national level: (a) The need for Kenya to harness IT for increased productivity and effectiveness in all sectors of the economy for national prosperity. (b) The need for widespread socio-economic awareness (in Kenya) of the purpose and capabilities of information systems. (c) The need for Kenya to participate effectively in and reap maximum benefits from the global information economy. (d) The need to address the increasing demand for IT education in the world of work. The specific objectives of the Bachelor of Science (Computer Science) programme are: (a) To present the theoretical foundations in computer science and to integrate these theories in a way that gives the learner deep knowledge of computer science (b) To enable learners to use the knowledge gained to analyze, design and implement solutions to a wide range of real-world problems. (c) To develop learners who are practical and problem solving-oriented and capable of life-long learning. (d) To contribute to the production of computer science and information systems professionals required at the various levels of our nation?s industrial development and thereby be a partner in the industrial development of Kenya. PROGRAMME REVIEW GUIDELINES A number of us in the KICTANET list have a stake in this programme; we are either current/potential employers/parents/guardians of these graduates or we could be current/past students of this programme or even policy makers in relevant sectors. We will appreciate if you could share with us your general views on the following two issues: 1. The kind of Computer Science graduate the market needs; in terms of knowledge and skills 2. The kind of courses you would recommend to be critical for this graduate Sent by Muthoni Masinde (Lecturer, School of Computing and Informatics) in consultation with: Christopher Moturi (Deputy Director, School of Computing and Informatics) Tim Waema (Professor, School of Computing and Informatics) Thank you ----------------------------------------- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI IS ISO CERTIFIED The University of Nairobi is committed to providing quality services to all its clients. 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Agosta, In case Muthoni has not yet responded, we do not have a revised curriculum. We are now soliciting for inputs to enable us to revise. We shall share the revised curriculum once we have a draft. At the moment, all we want are your views on what kind of graduates you expect UoN to produce. Please share your views with us. Regards. Tim Waema On Sun, Nov 8, 2009 at 10:32 PM, Agosta Liko <agostal@gmail.com> wrote:
Muthoni.
Could you share the proposed 4 year curriculum so that we can review ...
Also, please advice on when/how you intend to take views from employers etc etc
Will there be a forum ?
Thanks
Date: Sun, 08 Nov 2009 16:45:24 +0300 From: Muthoni Masinde <muthoni@uonbi.ac.ke> To: 'KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions' <kictanet@lists.kictanet.or.ke
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Hello everyone,
Below is a brief description of the first (in Kenya) Bachelor of Science in Computer Science programme; it is currently under review:
MOTIVATIONS AND OBJECTIVES
The School of Computing & Informatics (formerly Institute of Computer Science) of the University of Nairobi launched the Bachelor of Science (Computer Science) programme in 1992. The programme was aimed at meeting perceived development needs in Kenya, which it has done very well. Indeed, most of the computer science professionals in industry today have been developed through this programme. However, with experience in offering this programme and given changes in national development needs as well as changes in the fast evolving area of IT, it has become necessary to revise this programme.
This programme is part of a set of academic programmes (Masters programmes in: 1) Computer Science, 2) Applied Computer Science and 3) Information Systems as well as PhD in Computer Science) at the School that have been motivated by the following needs at the national level:
(a) The need for Kenya to harness IT for increased productivity and effectiveness in all sectors of the economy for national prosperity. (b) The need for widespread socio-economic awareness (in Kenya) of the purpose and capabilities of information systems. (c) The need for Kenya to participate effectively in and reap maximum benefits from the global information economy. (d) The need to address the increasing demand for IT education in the world of work.
The specific objectives of the Bachelor of Science (Computer Science) programme are: (a) To present the theoretical foundations in computer science and to integrate these theories in a way that gives the learner deep knowledge of computer science (b) To enable learners to use the knowledge gained to analyze, design and implement solutions to a wide range of real-world problems. (c) To develop learners who are practical and problem solving-oriented and capable of life-long learning. (d) To contribute to the production of computer science and information systems professionals required at the various levels of our nation?s industrial development and thereby be a partner in the industrial development of Kenya.
PROGRAMME REVIEW GUIDELINES A number of us in the KICTANET list have a stake in this programme; we are either current/potential employers/parents/guardians of these graduates or we could be current/past students of this programme or even policy makers in relevant sectors. We will appreciate if you could share with us your general views on the following two issues:
1. The kind of Computer Science graduate the market needs; in terms of knowledge and skills 2. The kind of courses you would recommend to be critical for this graduate
Sent by Muthoni Masinde (Lecturer, School of Computing and Informatics) in consultation with: Christopher Moturi (Deputy Director, School of Computing and Informatics) Tim Waema (Professor, School of Computing and Informatics)
Thank you
----------------------------------------- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.
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University of Nairobi Website: http://www.uonbi.ac.ke/ +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
----------------------------------------- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by * MailScanner* <http://www.mailscanner.info/>, and is believed t o be clean.
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The University of Nairobi is committed to providing quality services to all its clients. The University will monitor and review its quality performance from time to time through an effective implementation of the Quality Management System based on ISO 9001:2008 standard.
University of Nairobi Website: http://www.uonbi.ac.ke/ +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
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Mwololo Tim -
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Preston Odera