Preparatory Course to the Final Year in
Bachelor of Computer Science
Admission Criteria
Course Structure
Current Timetable
Course Description
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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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:
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2 sessions per week,
Mon and Thurs evenings
7.00 p.m. - 9.30 p.m. |
| Total duration for the course: |
5 weeks |
Timetable
Click here for the current Timetable
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 |
