Ankit Fadia Independent Computer security consultant

Network technology enables people to stay linked with other people wherever they are. Mobile technology provides the autonomy to move and access digital information anywhere, anytime. These technologies have changed the way we live, converse, do business, and entertain. Up-and-coming trends in these technologies have opened up tremendous opportunities for scientists to develop systems that make the world smaller and the quality of life better. Businesses can innovate and transact without concerns about borders and boundaries.

Due to this factor, Kuala Lumpur Infrastructure University College (KLIUC) is out with its latest product: Diploma in Network and Mobile Technology (DNMT) to meet the needs of students who are keen on the fields of network and mobile technology.

The programme has been approved by Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia.

The entry requirement for Diploma in Network and Mobile Technology the SPM/SPMV/GCE O-Level with at least three credits in any subject including Mathematics, or UEC with minimum Grade B in any three subjects including Mathematics, or any other qualification recognised by the Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia.

This programme aims to produce a new class of IT-specialists who are well-versed in network and mobile technologies and their application in the business world. Also, the programme aims to provide students with the necessary skills and techniques to set up wired and wireless networks and develop applications, particularly in various mobile devices, such as mobile phones and personal digital assistants (PDAs), in order to access the Intranet and Internet.

This programme not only equips students with the necessary skills to enter the IT employment market, but it also articulates into the degree programmes of local and overseas universities.

Skills developed include computer networks design, network problems troubleshooting, network security preventions, network management techniques, mobile programming for PDA applications and mobile games development. In addition, optional CISCO certification courses are available for students under the CISCO Local Networking Academy programme.

According to a recent report from the International Data Corporation (IDC), the Asia Pacific region itself is facing a shortage of 210,000 networking professionals. The shortage would double by 2010 leaving 40% of networking position unfulfilled.

The KLIUC programme is based on network and mobile technology. As the adoption of mobile technologies is such a rapidly expanding area of business, it is anticipated that there will be a high demand from the industry for such graduates
This programme is a blend of both theoretical and practical hands-on learning to provide graduates such skills and knowledge that employers demand. Taught by lecturers with wealth of experiences in software development, the programme offered is equal to the world class universities in terms of ease, flexibility, affordability, quickness and quality education.

As the only diploma of its kind, KLIUC is unique in its emphasis on network and mobile technology. This programme is developed to move the nation far into the digital communication era in a more globalised network economy. DNMT aims to equip student the necessary skills and knowledge in the specialised field of network and mobile technology.

The DNMT graduates proceed to do the Bachelor of Network Technology, Bachelor of Information Technology or similar fields of study at KLIUC or any local institutions.
Graduates will have good job prospects in the market such as network technical support staff, network designers, mobile commerce application programmers, web and PDA application programmers, and move into posts such as network administrators and web masters.

Apart from offering the Diploma in Network and Mobile Technology, KLIUC’s School of Information Technology Infrastructure also offers other programmes at the degree and diploma levels. The programmes include Information Technology, Computer Science, Software Engineering and Network Technology. KLIUC also offers other fields of study such as Business, Accountancy, IT, Advertising, Communication and Materials Technology.

Formerly known as Ikram College of Technology (iCT), KLIUC is a subsidiary of Protasco Bhd, a company listed on the Main Board of Bursa Malaysia. The college was upgraded to a university college in 2003.

The June intake is in progress. Interested candidates may walk in to KLIUC’s Marketing & Communications Division, Corporate Block, Ikram Park, Jalan Serdang–Kajang, 43000 Kajang, Selangor. For further information, call 03-8926 6993 / 019-388 3435 or e-mail to inquiry@kliuc.edu.my, or log on to www.kliuc.edu.my