FINAL Yearbook 2015 Part 4 Computing & Informatics

POLYTECHNIC OF NAMIBIA
transforming into Namibias University of Science and Technology

YEARBOOK 2015
PART 4
SCHOOL OF COMPUTING AND INFORMATICS
(Note: The final interpretation of all regulations in this Yearbook for the School of Computing and
Informatics shall be vested in Council).
NOTE
The Yearbook for the School of Computing and Informatics is valid for 2015 only. Curricula and syllabi may be
amended for 2016.
It is obtainable free of charge from:
The Registrar
Polytechnic of Namibia
Private Bag 13388
Windhoek
NAMIBIA
Location:
13 Storch Street, Windhoek
Telephone:
(+264-61) 207 2008 / 2118
Fax:
(+264-61) 207 2113
Website:
www.polytechnic.edu.na
E-mail:
registrar@polytechnic.edu.na
Although the information contained in this Yearbook has been compiled as accurately as possible, Council and
Senate accept no responsibility for any errors and omissions, which may occur. The Polytechnic retains the right to
amend regulations or conditions without prior notice.
Due to the rapidly changing external environment that many programmes operate in, and the Polytechnics desire to
remain constantly relevant in its offerings, some programmes may be significantly amended after publication of this
Yearbook. Please consult our website for the latest versions of our curricula, syllabi and academic regulations.
The fact that particulars of a specific programme, field of study, subject, or course have been included in this
Yearbook does not necessarily mean that such a programme, field of study, subject, or course will be offered in the
academic year 2015.
Polytechnic of Namibia/Office of the Registrar.
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CONTACT DETAILS
Central Administration and Lecturers Offices
Private Bag 13388, Windhoek, NAMIBIA
Postal Address:
13 Storch Street, Windhoek, NAMIBIA
Street Address:
Student post to:
www.polytechnic.edu.na
Website:
registrar@polytechnic.edu.na
Email:
CENTRE FOR OPEN AND LIFELONG LEARNING
Postal Address:
13 Storch Street, Windhoek, NAMIBIA
Street Address:
207 2081/2206
Tel:
207 2208
Fax:
www.polytechnic.edu.na/coll
Website:
coll@polytechnic.edu.na
E-mail:
TELEPHONE NUMBERS
Polytechnic Switchboard Operator:
Office of the Rector:
Office of the Registrar:
207 9111
Rector
Vice-Rector: Administration & Finance
Vice-Rector: Academic Affairs & Research
Registrar
Deputy Registrar
Examinations Office
Student Enquiries, Registrations, and Records
207 2000/1-3
207 2004/5
207 2280/1
207 2008/2118
207 2379/2053
207 2027/2412
207 2056
Office of the Bursar:
Bursar
207 2066
Office of the DOS:
Dean of Students
Students Councillor
Cultural Department
Sports Department
207 2165
207 2270
207 2070
207 2298
Students Representative Council:

Manager
Computer Services:
Library, enquiries and loan counter
Library:
Hostels:
Superintendent
Men: Shangri-La
House Committee
Call Office
Ladies: Mon Resa
House Committee
Call Office
Ladies: Hpker
Superintendent
House Committee
Superintendent
207 2457
207 2275
207 2022/2621
207 2132
207 2375
229413/233130
207 2131
207 2127
229405/234193/233100
207 2131
207 2130
NB: The international code in all numbers is +264-61
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CONTENTS
SCHOOL CODE 1
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Contact Details
Contents
Staff
Undergraduate Programmes
Department of Computer Science

Diploma in Information Technology (Phasing out 2014)
Bachelor of Information Technology in Systems Administration and Networks
Bachelor of Information Technology in Software Engineering
Bachelor of Computer Science (Systems Administration, Communication
Networks, Software Development or Cyber Security)
Department of Informatics
Bachelor of Information Technology in Business Computing
Bachelor of Informatics
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Postgraduate Programmes
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Department of Computer Sciences

Bachelor of Information Technology Honours in Computer Networking
Bachelor of Information Technology Honours in Software Engineering
Master of Information Technology
Bachelor of Computer Science Honours (with specialisation in Communication
Networks, Security, Software Development, Mobile Development, Information Security or Digital Forensics)
Master of Computer Science
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Computer Science (with specialisations in Communication Networks,
Software Development, Mobile Development, Information Security or Forensic Computing)
Department of Informatics
Postgraduate Certificate in Informatics (Information Systems Audit)
Bachelor of Informatics Honours (Revised)
Bachelor of Information Technology Honours in Business Computing
Postgraduate Certificate in Business Computing (Information Systems Audit)
Master of Informatics
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Informatics
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OFFICE OF THE DEAN
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Secretary
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SCHOOL CODE 1
Vacant
Prof. HN Muyingi, PhD Power Electronics, (VUB, Brussels),
M.Sc. (E. Eng.) (UNAZA), B.Sc. (E. Eng.) (UNAZA, Kinshasa)
Wynand Narimab, ND: Acc. & Fin. (PoN)
061-207 2923
061-207 2113
wnarimab@polytechnic.edu.na
Vacant
Message Nyambe
Code 22
Dr. Shawulu H Nggada, PhD.: Comp. Sci. (Hull, UK), M.Sc.:
Software Eng. (Bradford, UK), B.Tech.:
(Hons) Comp. Sci.
(ATBU, Nigeria)
Fungai Bhunu Shava, M.Sc.: Comp. Sci. (UZ), B.Sc.: Comp.
Sci. & Math. (UZ)
Pauline Lomboleni, Dip: Sec. Studies
061- 207-2258
061- 207-2475
pnambele@polytechnic.edu.na
Isaac Nhamu, M.Sc., B.Sc. (Comp. Sci.), ND: TVE
Guy-Alain Zodi Lucilao, PhD. Eng. (UCT), MSc. Comp. Sci.
(Stell.), Post.Dipl. (AIMS-SA), BSc., (Hons) Univ. Kinshasa
Jeremiah Lumbasi, M.Sc.: IT (UNAM), B.Sc. (Hon) (Moi Univ.)
Comp. Net.
Mbanguraije Tjikuzu, M.Sc. (US), BIT., (Hons):
(PoN), M.Sc., CCNA, CCNA: Secu., CCNP (R+S), CCNA Instr.
Mercy Bere, MIT, (Comp. Net.), B.Sc.: Comp. Sci. & Math.
(UZ), CCNA, CCNP (R+S), CCNA Instr. Linux
Shadreck Chitauro, BIT. (Hons): Comp. Net. (PoN), B.Sc.:
Comp. Sci. & Math. (UZ), CCNP, CCNP (R+S), CCNA Instr.
Linux
Joel Eelu, B.IT.: (Hons) (Comp. Networking) (PoN)
Sci.) (UNAM)
Loini Tshiningayamwe, B.Sc. (Hons): (Comp.
Nasimane Ekandjo, BIT. (Hons): Comp. Net. (PoN)
Hedvig Iipito, B.IT (Hons): Business Comp. (PoN)
CCAI, CCNP
Peter Gallert, M.A. Logic, Media Sci. (Leipzig),
Marshall Gorejena, M.Sc.: Comp. Sci. (UZ), Licentiate in Edu.
Maths & Comp. Sci. (Enrique Jose Varona)
Gereon Koch-Kapuire, B.Tech. (BC) (PoN), ND: BC (PoN)
Julius Silaa, B.Eng.: Techn. (Info. & Comp. Sci.)
Moscow Power Engineering Inst. (Tech. Univ.)
Dr. Heike Winschiers-Theophilus, Dip.-Inf . (Hamburg),
Dr. rer. nat. (Hamburg)
Dr. Addmore Machanja, PhD.: Comp. Sci. (UWC), MSc.:
Comp. Sci. (NUST), Licentiate in Edu - Math. & Comp. Sci.
(Enrique Jose Varona)
Shilumbe Chivuno-Kuria, MIT (PoN), B.Sc.: Comp. Sci/Psych.
(UNAM)
Himeezembi Kahorongo, B.Tech.: BC (PoN)
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DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATICS
Head of Department
Deputy Head of Department
Secretary
Telephone Number
Fax Number
E-mail
Academic Staff
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Mike Abia, M.Sc.: Comp. Sci. (UZ), B.Sc.: Comp. Sci. (Hon)
(NUST), B.Sc.: Appliied Math. (Hon) (NUST)
Simon Muchinenyika, B.Sc. (Hons): Comp. Sci. (Midlands State
Univ.)
Oliver Weede, PhD Informatics (KIT)
Code 23
Nobert Jere, M.Sc.: Comp. Sci. (Univ. of Fort Hare), B.Sc.
(Hons): IS (Midlands State Univ. Zim.)
Josphat Mukabi, MSc.: IS. (Sunderland), B.Sc. (Hons)
(JKUAT)
Pauline Lomboleni, Dip: Sec. Studies
061- 207-2258
061- 207-2475
pnambele@polytechnic.edu.na
Johnson Billawer, M.Sc.: Business Info. Systems (Aus.),
B.Tech.: Bus. Comp. (PoN), ND: Bus. Comp. (PoN)
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Prof. Tiko Iyamu, PhD. IS (UCT), MCom.: IS (UWC)
Dr. Samuel Akinsola, D-Tech. BIS (TUT), M-Tech. BIS (TUT),
B.Tech.: (Hons): Comp. Sci. (The Federal Univ. of Tech.,
Nigeria)
Admire Kachepa, M.Sc.: Applied Math. & Comp. Sci. (Peoples
Friendship Univ. of Russia), B.Sc.: Applied Math. & Comp. Sci.
(Peoples Friendship Univ. of Russia)
Suama Hamunyela, M.Tech. IT (CPUT), B.Tech.: Business
Comp. (PoN)
Johannes Shimaneni, M.Sc.: IS (Thames Valley)
Eliazer Mbaeva, B.IT.: Business Comp. (PoN)
Nkululeko Mthembo, BBA, Comp. & Man. IS (Solusi)
Dunston Kawana, B.IT.: (Hons.) Software Dev. (PoN)
UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES
QUALIFICATIONS OFFERED
Diploma in Information Technology (Phased out from 2014)
Bachelor of Information Technology in Business Computing (Phased out from 2014)
Bachelor of Information Technology in Software Development (Phased out from 2014)
Bachelor of Information Technology in Systems Administration & Networks (Phased out from 2014)
Bachelor of Computer Science (Phased in 2014)
Bachelor of Informatics (Phased in 2014)
CODES
80NDIT
80BSBC
80BSSD
80BSAN
07BACS
07BAIF
Description
Information Technology refers to the skills and knowledge needed to operate computer equipment and applications.
Information Technology studies at the Polytechnic of Namibia offer different areas of specialisations as well as
different exit levels.
The Diploma is being awarded to students who successfully passed all subjects required for the first year of studies
and who have mastered the skills and knowledge needed to deal with modern computing and communication
technologies in the workplace such as introduction to computers, the internet, mathematics for IT, programming, and
databases.
This programme leads to the possibility of study on a range of degrees in Information Technology at the Polytechnic
of Namibia with different areas of specialisations, or exit at Diploma level.
Bachelor of Information Technology: for those who successfully completed all requirements for the three year
degree.
Special School Assessment Regulations
There are situations where assessment of an individual course provided by other schools will supersede assessment
regulations. This is reflected in the course documentation.
Course Evaluation for all courses offered by the School utilising in-course assessment and a Theory Paper
and a Practical Paper
An in-course mark is determined by continuous evaluation made up of tests and practicals during the
semester.
Students must have satisfactorily completed to the minimum standard (40% overall) all practicals and tests
during the year to be admitted to the final examination. E.g. a class mark of 40%.
Final Examination consists of two papers: Theory and Practical
A sub-minimum of 40% must be obtained in each paper. The combined examination mark must be at least 50%
overall.
In-course mark and examination mark shall be used jointly to determine the final mark in the ratio of 50%
(semester mark) to 50% (examination mark).
Course Evaluation for all courses offered by the School utilising in-course assessment and a Theory Paper
An in-course mark is determined by continuous evaluation made up of tests and assignments during the
semester.
Students must have satisfactorily completed to the minimum standard (40% overall) all assignments and tests
during the year to be admitted to the final examination.
Final examination consists of one Theory paper
A sub-minimum of 40% must be obtained in the examination.
In-course mark and examination mark shall be used jointly to determine the final mark in the ratio of 50%
semester mark to 50% examination mark.
Course Evaluation for all courses offered by the School using Continuous Evaluation only
The semester mark is determined by continuous evaluation made up of tests and assignments during the year.
The course mark is the final mark.
Students must obtain a 50% mark to pass the course.
Supplementary tests and extensions will be defined within the individual course outline.
NB: For all assessments the School plagiarism policy applies.
DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCES
Code 22
DIPLOMA IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (Phased out from 2014)

NQF Level: 5
NQF Credits: 142
80NDIT
NQF QUALIFICATION ID: Q0166
Admission Requirements
Applicants must satisfy the general admission requirements of the Polytechnic. In addition, the following conditions
must be met:
1. The applicant must have passed English at the NSSC Ordinary or equivalent level with symbol E or better.
2. The applicant must have passed Mathematics at the NSSC Ordinary or equivalent level with symbol D or better.
3. The applicant must participate in an English placement test at the Polytechnic and qualify for Language in
Practice or higher level.
4. The applicant must participate in an aptitude test at the Polytechnic and achieve a ranking within the number of
available places for students in Information Technology.
CURRICULUM
Semester 1
Course Title
Course Code
Prerequisite
English for Academic Purposes
EAP511S
Computer User Skills

Computer Organisation & Hardware
Introduction to Algorithm Design
Introduction to Business
Management
Mathematics for IT 1A
NQF
Credits
14
CUS411S
COH110S
ADI111S
BMA121S
English in Practice/Language
in Practice B
None
None
None
None
NQF
Level
5
4
5
5
5
10
10
10
12
MIT112S
None
10
12
5
4
10
10
5
5
5
9
10
10
10
14
Semester 2
Business Ethics & Leadership
Introduction to Algorithm
Design (If not taken already)
Introduction to Programming
Introduction to Software Engineering
BEL112S
None
ADI111S
IPG120S
ISW120S
Information Competence
Mathematics for IT 1B
Operating Systems and Networks
Professional Communication
ICT521S
MIT122S
ONS120S
PCO611S
None
Computer Organisation &
Hardware
None
English for Academic Purposes/
Communication Skills
BACHELOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY: SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATION AND NETWORKS (Phasing out

from 2014 until 2018)
80BSAN
Description
Systems Administration and Networks is a branch of Information Technology that concerns itself with the task of
establishing and maintaining the technical environment for computer systems with optimal functionality, reliability and
security. Information system administrators design, and create computer networks, install and maintain software
systems, implement rules and procedures to insure high performance, reliability and round-the-clock availability of
service, take responsibility for security both against equipment failure, and against unauthorised intrusion by viruses
and hackers, and trouble-shoot arising problems. Successful candidates often rise into middle and upper-level
technical management, charged with the responsibility for all computing requirements of an organisation.
Applicants must have passed at least 50% (rounded down) of the courses of the National Diploma: Information
Technology, and must have passed Communication Skills. The HOD may approve exceptions to the entry
requirements. Applicants must complete the Diploma before they can be awarded the Bachelors degree.
Electives
NB: There are three tracks of electives (Programming, Databases and Business) of which two must be completed in
order to graduate. The requirements for completion of each of the tracks are as follows:
1. Programming track: Complete all three courses from this track.
2. Database track: Complete all four courses from this track.
3. Business track: Complete all items (a), (b), (c) below:
(a) Complete Innovation, Creativity & Entrepreneurship (ICE712S)
(b) Complete one of the following two courses:
Enterprise Systems Applications (ESA310S)
Electronic Commerce (ELC220S)
(c) Complete one more course from this track.
Transitional Arrangements from Old to the New Programme
Since 2008, only the new courses are offered. Provision will be made to credit the new courses against the replaced
or revised old courses for the students to obtain the old diploma until 2009. Students have the opportunity to change
registration to the new qualification namely the Bachelor of Systems Administration and Networks and will obtain
credit on a course-by-course basis as described in the table below. The table also shows the course equivalence
where old course have been revised and/or new ones introduced.
National Diploma Information Systems Administration
Equivalent
Old courses
Current courses
Operating Systems 1A
OPS110S
CCNA 1
CCN110S
Introduction to Computer Networking
Introduction to Databases 1A
IDB110S
Programming 1B
PRG120S
Procedural Programming
Project Management (IT)
PJM110S
Computer Hardware
CHW110S
Applied Software Engineering
ASE110S
Software analysis and Design
and SQT110S
Systems Administration
SAD110S
CCNA 2, CCNA3 taken together
CCN120S/
Introduction to Routing and
CCN130S
Switching
Object Oriented Technology
OOT110S
Object Oriented Programming
Introduction to Databases 1B
IDB120S
Introduction to Web Design
IWD110S
Web Development Fundamentals
OSN110S
ICN210S
IDB210S
PPR210S
PTM210S
New
New
Revised
Revised
Revised
SED210S
SQT220S
SAD221S
Restructured
Revised
IRS220S
OOP210S
IDB220S
WDF220S
New
Revised
Revised
Revised
CCNA 4
CCN140S
Management Information
Systems
Database Programming
Internet Server Programming
MNS110S
Introduction to SAP
Systems Administration Project
in Industry
DBP110S
ISP110S
SAP110S
IAP110S
Internetworking and WAN

Technologies
Management Information
Systems
Internet Technology and
Internet Programming
Enterprise Systems Applications
Systems Administration Project in
Industry 15 weeks
IWT310S
MNS210S
New
Revised
DBP220S
INT220S
INP310S
ESA310S
Revised
New
IAP320S
Revised
Students currently on the old Diploma in Information Systems Administration can change registration to the new
Bachelor. In this regard the student would obtain the following credits from the old National Diploma.
Bachelor of Information Technology Systems Administration and Networking
Credit obtainable
Current courses
Old diploma
Course
Code
Course
Introduction to Systems Administration
ISA210S
ICN210S
CCNA 1
Operating Systems
OPS210S
Operating Systems 1Aand 1B
WDF220S
Management Information System
MNS210S
Management Information Systems
IDB210S
Introduction to Routing and Switching
IRS220S
CCNA 2 and
CCNA 3
SAD221S
PTM210S
OOP210S
IDB220S
Internetworking and WAN Technologies IWT310S
CCNA 4
INP310S
Internet Server Programming &
Advanced Internet Technologies
Electronic Commerce
ELC220S
Electronic Commerce
Database Administration
DSA320S
Systems Administration project in
Systems Administration project in
Industry (Experiential Learning)
IAP320S
Code
ISA110S
CCN110S
OPS110S
IWD110S
MNS110S
IDB110S
CCN120S
CCN130S
SAD110S
PJM110S
OOT110S
IDB120S
CCN140S
ISP110S
AIT410S
ELC110S
DSA410S
IAP110S
To ensure that the degree can be completed in the prescribed period, it is recommended to attend all listed courses
in the semester outlined below. If, however, subjects from previous academic years still need to be taken, the
recommended maximum number of subjects per semester is five, students are advised to consult the Head of
Department on their subject choice prior to registration.
CURRICULUM
Second Year
Semester 3
Course Title
Project Management
Course Code
ISA210S
ICN210S
PTM210S
Prerequisite(s)
None
Electives (Choose 2 tracks) (see section on electives)

Programming Track
OOP210S
Databases Track
IDB210S
IDB220S
Business Track
MNS210S
Semester 4
Operating Systems
OPS210S
Introduction to Routing and Switching
IRS220S
SAD221S
Programming Track
Internet Technology
INT220S
Databases Track
DBP220S
Business Track
WDF220S
Electronic Commerce
ELC220S
Introduction to Programming (Sem 2)

None


None
Semester 5
Internetworking and WAN Technologies IWT310S Introduction to Routing and Switching
Internet and Intranet Systems
IIS310S
Administration
Computer Forensics
CFR311S
Operating Systems
Programming Track
INP310S
Internet Technology
Business Track
Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship
ICE712S
None
ESA310S
Management Information System
Semester 6
IAP320S
Electives (Choose 2 tracks) (see section on electives):
Databases Track
DSA320S
ND (IT)
The Project in Industry is not a taught course but an internship. Students are advised to find a company to take them
as interns by themselves, but the Department will assist with finding suitable placements. Registration for this course
will only be allowed after an internship place has been found, and the industry supervisor has agreed in writing to
supervise the student.
BACHELOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY: SOFTWARE ENGINEERING

(Phasing out from 2014 until 2018)
NQF Level: 7
NQF Credits: 392
80BSSD
NQF Qualification ID: Q0167
Description
Software Development is a branch of Information Technology that is oriented towards the creation of computer
programs for a wide variety of purposes. It is about developing the programs that make computers useful and
interesting. The successful software engineer is able to analyse requirement, translate into design suitable for a
computing solution, create or program it as a system of software modules, verify its functionality, and implement it for
the end-user. The software engineer uses a variety of tools from traditional programming languages to most
sophisticated specialised software workbenches and testing tools. In addition to the ability to learn quickly the
essential features of an application in any area of client needs, excellent communications and writing skills are
equally essential. Successful software engineers also possess a good command of time and project management
skills with special regard to managing complex software development efforts.
Applicants must have passed at least 50% (rounded down) of the courses of the National Diploma: Information
Technology, and must have passed English for Academic Purposes/Communication Skills. The HOD may approve
exceptions.
Candidates must complete the requirements for the National Diploma before the Bachelor will be awarded.
Transitional Arrangements from Old National Diploma to the Bachelor degree
Since 2008 only the new courses are offered. Provision will be made to credit the new courses against the replaced
or revised old courses for the students to obtain the old Diploma until 2009. Students have the opportunity to change
registration to the new Bachelor and will obtain credit on a course-by-course basis. See tables below:
National Diploma Software Engineering
Old courses
Programming 1B
Operating Systems 1A
Statistics for IT 1A
Computer Hardware
Project Management
IDB110S
PRG120S
OPS110S
SIT111S
CHW110S
PJM110S
ASE110S
Software Engineering 1
IDB120S
OOT110S
SEN110S
Operating System 1B
Statistics 1B
OPS120S
SIT121S
IWD110S
ISP110S
Visual Application Development

Introduction to SAP
Software Engineering Project
in Industry
VAD110S
SEN210S
DBP110S
MNS110S
SAP110S
SEP110S
Equivalence
Current courses
Statistics for IT 1 A
Computer Hardware
Project Management
Software Analysis and
Design and SQT110S
Software quality and testing
and SED110S
Operating Systems
Statistics 1B
Internet Technology and
User Interface Design
Database programming
Software Engineering Project in
Industry 14 weeks
IDB210S
PPR210S
ONS110S
SIT11S
CHW121S
PTM210S
SED210S
SQT220S
IDB220S
OOP210S
SQT220S
SED210S
OPS210S
SIT121S
WDF220S
INT220S
INP310S
UID220S
SEN311S
DBP220S
MNS210S
ESA310S
SEO320S
Revised
Revised
Same
Same
Revised
Restructured
Revised
Revised
Restructured
New
Same
New
Same
Revised
Revised
New
Temporary
arrangement
Student wanting to finish of the old National Diploma have 2008 and 2009 with the above mentioned arrangements.
Students changing to the new Bachelor can obtain the following credits from the old National Diploma. (The courses
marked with an asterisk (*) have no prior equivalence and will have to be done by the student)
Bachelor of Information Technology Software Engineering
Credit obtainable
New courses
Course
Procedural Programming*
Software analysis and design
Code
PPR210S
OOP210S
SED210S
Project Management
Internet Technology*
Software quality and testing
Statistics 1B
IDB210S
IDB220S
PTM210S
INT220S
UID220S
SQT220S
DBP220S
SIT121S
INP310S
Database Application Development
Process Management*
Introduction to Systems
Administration
Experiential Training
Database Administration (Elective)
Component Based Development
(Elective)*
SEN311S
DBD320S
ISA110S
SEP320S
DSA220S
Old diploma
Course
Code

and Software Engineering 1
Project Management
OOT110S
ASE110S
SEN110S
IDB110S
IDB120S
PJM110S
VAD110S and HID410S

ASE and SEN110S
Statistics 1B
Internet Server Programming,
Advanced Internet Technologies
DBP120S
SIT121S
ISP110S,
AIT410S
SEN210S
Administration
ISA110S
SEP120S
DSA410S
CBD320S
CURRICULUM
Second Year
Semester 3
Course Title
Course Code
Prerequisite
Software Analysis and Design
PPR210S
OOP210S
SED210S
Project Management
Semester 4
Internet Technology
Software Quality and Testing
Statistics for IT 1B
NQF
Credits
12
12
12
IDB210S
IDB220S
PTM210S
Introduction to Software
Engineering
None
NQF
Level
5
6
6
5
6
6
6
12
12
INT220S
UID220S
SQT220S
DBP220S
SIT121S

None
None
6
6
6
7
5
12
12
12
12
12
10
Third Year
Semester 5

Process Management
Administration
Semester 6
Software Development Project
in Industry
Electives (choose any two):
Component-Based Development
*Electives
International Software
Engineering Project
INP310S
SEN311S
DBD310S
PMT310S
ISA210S
Internet Technology
Project Management
Computer Organisation &
Computer Hardware
7
7
12
12
7
7
6
12
12
12
SEP320S
ND (IT)
40
DSA320S
12
12
12
CBD320S
ISP710S
Project Management, ObjectOriented Programming &

*This Elective is only offered in semester 5.

Any other course on NQF Level 7 (with appropriate credits) from any other study programme as approved by HOD:
SE.
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BACHELOR OF COMPUTER SCIENCE (SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATION, COMMUNICATION NETWORKS, SOFTWARE

DEVELOPMENT OR CYBER SECURITY)
07BACS
Description
The Bachelor of Computer Science aims at providing educational opportunities for students who are interested in and
motivated to work as Computer Scientists, Software Developers, Systems Administrators or Networks Specialists. This
programme is purposefully designed to provide skillful, competent and motivated graduates for the increasing and numerous
challenging tasks of Computing and Information Technology (CIT) in the country and the Khomas region at large. Students
will have the opportunity to develop the required cognitive/intellectual skills, practical as well as key transferable skills, and
apply these to address/solve CIT related problems/challenges in the context of an organisation, or the community. Overall,
this degree specifically aims at:
Providing students with a sound foundation in the fundamental concepts, theories, frameworks and problem-solving
techniques of CIT;
Developing the ability of students to analyse information from a wide range of sources;
Equipping students with the requisite skills to work effectively as individuals and as members of a team;
Enabling students to communicate effectively in the workplace.
The programme intends to provide a diverse range of skills and competencies that are both discipline-specific and jobrelated. The curriculum is structured to facilitate specialisation in the areas of Systems Administration, Communication
Networks and Software Development. The programme also intends to facilitate the development of highly generic cognitive
and intellectual skills that would enable graduates to apply their knowledge and learnt competencies to the practices of CIT
taking into consideration international generally accepted practices.
Candidates may be considered for admission to the Bachelor of Computer Science if they meet the Polytechnic of Namibias
General Admission Requirements (GI2.1 in Part 1 of the Yearbook). In addition, students must have a minimum C-symbol in
NSSC Mathematics at Ordinary Level, or equivalent.
Articulation Arrangements
Transfer of credits will be dealt with according to the Polytechnics regulations on Recognition of Prior Learning. These
provide for course-by-course credits as well as credit transfer by volume under certain academic conditions. Maximum credit
that can be granted is 50 % of the credits for a qualification.
Upon successful completion of the Bachelor of Computer Science, students will ordinarily be able to pursue further studies in
the same, or a related cognate area of learning, at NQF Level 8.
CURRICULUM
Year 1
Semester 1
Course Code
Course Title
BSC410S
Basic Science
MIT112S
PRG510S
Programming 1
LIP411S
Language in Practice
MNS511S
COA511S
Computer Organisation and Architecture
Plus the following compulsory courses in the specified strand:
CYBER SECURITY STRAND
IIS511S
Introduction to Information Security
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Prerequisites
None
None
None
None
None
None
None
Semester 2
OOP521S
ICT521S
MIT122S
WDF521S
EPR 511S
OSN521S

English in Practice
Programming 1
None
None
Language in Practice, or
Language in Practice A, or
Module 2, or Exemption
Introduction to Operating Systems

and Networks
Year 2
Semester3
EAP511S
ISS610S
IT Systems Security
DSA610S
DBF510S
ICN511S
Data Structures and Algorithms

Database Fundamentals
ASP610S
Applied Statistics & Probability for IT
Semester 4
ONE of the following Strands depending on specialisation:
SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATION STRAND
OPS621S
Operating Systems
WTN620S
Web Technologies
SAD622S
DTS620S
SAU620S
Distributed Systems
Systems Audit
COMMUNICATION NETWORKS STRAND

OPS621S
Operating Systems
CMN620S
SAD622S
Communication Networks
NWS620S
Network Security
WLT620S
Wireless Technologies
Introduction to Operating Systems and

Networks
Networks
Introduction to Operating
Systems and Networks
IT Systems Security

Networks
Introduction to Operating
Systems and Networks
IT Systems Security; and
SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT STRAND

OPS621S
Operating Systems
DSP620S
PRG620S
SEH620S
DPT621S
English in Practice, or
Language in Practice B, or
Module 3, or Exemption
Networks
None
None
Networks
Distributed Systems Programming

Programming 2
Software Engineering 1 and HCI
Database Programming and Techniques
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Networks
Programming 1

WTN620S
Web Technologies
SAD622S
CMN620S
ITC621S
WLT620S
DSP620S
Introduction to Cryptography
Wireless Technologies

Networks
Networks
None
Year 3
Semester 5
CIS610S
Contemporary Issues
None
Plus ONE of the following Strands depending on specialisation, and based on choice made in Semester 4:
SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATION STRAND
ICE712S
Innovation, Creativity & Entrepreneurship
None
IIS711S
Administration
CFR712S
Computer Forensics
Systems Audit
SVT710S
Systems Virtualisation
Operating Systems
ICE712S
IWT711S
Internet and WAN Telecommunication
NDP710S
Network Design and Performance
SVT710S
ICE712S
AIG710S
Artificial Intelligence and Computer
DWM710S
APG710S
Data and Web Mining

Advanced Programming

NWS620S
Network Security
DFC711S
IWT711S
SVT710S
Digital Forensics 1 Forensics Computing

Year 3
Semester 6
WIL710S
Work Integrated Learning (WIL)
None
Operating Systems
None
Applied Statistics & Graphics Probability for
IT; and Data Structures and Algorithms
IT Systems Security; and Introduction to

Computer Networking
Introduction to Cryptography
Operating Systems
All semester 4 courses; and a maximum of

2 outstanding semester 5 courses
Plus ONE of the following Strands depending on specialisation, and based on choice made in previous Semesters:
SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATION AND COMMUNICATION NETWORKS STRANDS
PTM721S
Project Management
None
DBA721S
Database Fundamentals;
and Systems Administration
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PTM721S
Project Management
SEN721S
CIP721S
Critical Infrastructure Protection and
Control Systems Security
DFC721S
Digital Forensics 2 Internet
Forensics and Steganography
IAR721S
Intrusion Analysis and Response
None
Digital Forensics 1 Forensics Computing
Network Security
Transition Arrangements
The Bachelor of Information Technology degrees in Systems Administration and Networks, as well as Software
Engineering (old curricula) will be phased out systematically until 2018 with minimal disruption to existing students
learning progression. The last intake of 1st year students for the Bachelor of Information Technology degrees in
Systems Administration and Networks, as well as Software Engineering (old curricula) was in January 2013.
Students who were registered in 2013 for the 1st year of the Bachelor of Information Technology degrees in Systems
Administration and Networks, as well as Software Engineering (old curricula), and who failed more than 50% of the
courses at the end of 2013, will be required to change their registration to the Bachelor of Computer Science (new
curriculum) and will be granted credits on a course-by-course basis in accordance with the information in Table 1
below.
The Bachelor of Computer Science (new curriculum), took effect from January 2014 and will be completely phased in
by 2016. Courses will only be offered based on the syllabi of new/revised courses in 2014 (1st year), 2015 (2nd year)
and 2016 (3rd year). Students who fail any of the courses in the old curricula will be required to repeat such failed
courses based on the syllabi of new/revised corresponding courses. Please refer to Table 2, below, for detailed
information on the new/revised corresponding courses to be done if courses in the old curricula are failed.
The deadline for complete phasing out of the Bachelor of Information Technology degrees in Systems Administration
and Networks, as well as Software Engineering (old curricula) is 2018 after which students must automatically switch
to the Bachelor of Computer Science (new curriculum).
Table 1: 1st Year Courses to be credited
Bachelor of Information Technology
(Systems Administration and Networks; and
Software Engineering)
(Old Courses)
Bachelor of Computer Science

(New/Revised Equivalent Courses)
Course
Code
Course Name
Course
Code
CUS411S
EAP511S
EAP511S
COH110S
Computer Organisation and

Hardware
COA511S
ADI11S
DSA610S
BMA121S
Management
MIT112S
Course Name
None
None
MIT112S
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BEL112S
Business Ethics and Leadership
None
IPG120S
ISW120S
ICT521S
ICT521S
MIT122S
MIT122S
ONS120S
OSN521S

Networks
PCO611S
PRG510S
Programming 1
None
None
Table 2: Corresponding Courses to be done (if failed) This is not a credit table!
Bachelor of Information Technology
(Systems Administration and Networks; and
Software Engineering)
(Old Courses)
Bachelor of Computer Science (Corresponding

New/Revised
Courses to be done, if failed)
Course
Code
Course Name
Course
Code
Course Name
COH110S

Hardware
COA511S
ADI11S
DSA610S
IPG120S
PRG510S
Programming 1
ISW120S
ONS120S
OSN521S

Networks
OOP210S
OOP521S
SED210S
SEH621S
MNS210S
MNS511S
SIT111S
ASI610S
IDB210S
DBF510S
IDB22OS
None
ELC220S
Electronic Commerce
None
WDF220S
WDF521S
SIT121S
Statistics for 1B
SIT121S
Applied Statistics and Probability for IT
ENT321S
Entrepreneurship
ICE712S
ESA310S
ERP720S
Enterprise Resource Planning Systems

(Informatics)
PMT310S
Process Management
BAP620S
Business Analysis and Process

Management
PTM210S
Project Management
PTM721S
Project Management
None
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ISA210S
Administration
SAD622S
ICN210S
ICN511S
OPS210S
Operating Systems
OPS621S
Operating Systems
IRS220S
Introduction to Routing and

Switching
CMN620S
SAD221S
SAD622S
INT220S
Internet Technology
DTS620S
Distributed Systems
DBP220S
DPT621S
IWT310S
Internetworking and WAN

Technologies
IWT711S
IIS310S

Administration
IIS711S

Administration
CFR311S
Computer Forensics
CFR712S
Computer Forensics
INP310S
DSP620S
IAP320S

WIL710S
DSA320S
DBA721S
PPR210S
PRG510S
Programming 1
UID220S
SEH621S
SQT220S
SEN721S
SEN311S
SEN721S
DBD310S
DBA721S
Database Techniques
SEP320S
Software Development Project in

WIL710S
CBD320S
Component-Based Development
DSP620S
ISP710S
International Software Engineering

Project
None
Table 2 above, only highlights new/revised core courses in Computer Science that should be done if courses
in the old curricula are failed. Service courses from other Departments are excluded, but the rules of relevant
Departments apply to this programme as well.
The following old courses do not have corresponding courses in the Bachelor of Computer Science (new curriculum)
and will be offered until the Bachelor of Information Technology in Systems Administration and Networks, as well as
Software Engineering (old curricula) are phased out completely in 2018:
Introduction to Databases 1B (IDB220S)
Introduction to Software Engineering (ISW120S)
International Software Engineering Project (ISP710S)
Students who fail the following old courses must repeat the new/revised courses listed below:
Introduction to Programming (IPG120S) or Procedural Programming (PPR210S), must repeat Programming 1;
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Introduction to Systems Administration (ISA210S), must repeat (ISA210S); Systems Administration (SAD221S),
must repeat (SAD221S);
Software Analysis and Design (SED210S) or User Interface Design (UID220S), must repeat Software Engineering
1 and HCI;
Software Quality and Testing (SQT220S) or Software Engineering 2 (SEN311S), must repeat Software
Engineering 2 (new course);
Statistics for IT 1A (SIT111S) or Statistics for IT 1B (SIT121S), must repeat Applied Statistics and Probability for
IT.
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Code 23
Bachelor of Information Technology in Business Computing
80BSBC
07BAIF
BACHELOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY IN BUSINESS COMPUTING

NQF Level: 7
NQF Credits: 394
80BSBC
Description
Business Computing is a branch of Information Technology that primarily deals with the question of how to use
computers and computer programs most effectively for business and general purposes. Therefore, a thorough
understanding of the field of business management and accounting is equally important to an excellent ability to use
computers efficiently and to the limits of their capabilities. Successful candidates in Business Computing are able to
select, implement and manage computer systems cost-efficiently and suitable for the intended use in business.
Often, this requires research or knowledge in a wide variety of hardware and software systems (offered by
commercial vendors or as open source), and the ability to match that knowledge to the business needs in innovative
ways.
Applicants should have passed at least 50% of the courses of the Diploma in Information Technology, and must have
passed Communication Skills, or its equivalent, for admission to this programme. Applicants must complete the
Diploma in Information Technology before they can be awarded the Bachelors degree. The Head of Department
may approve exceptions to the admission requirements.
Students in the Bachelor degree can obtain the following credits from the old 3 year National Diploma.
Bachelor of Business Computing

New courses
Course
Software analysis and design
Business Accounting 1A
Statistics 1A
Electronic Commerce
Statistics 1B
Business Accounting 1B
Business Operations
Enterprise Web Application
Development
Process Management
Introduction to Marketing & its
Environment
Project Management
Enterprise Systems Technology
Code
OOP210S
SED210S
IDB210S
IDB220S
MNS210S
BAC1100
SIT110S
WDF220S
ELC220S
SIT121S
BAC1200
BSO221S
EWD310S
Credit obtainable
Old diploma
Course
Statistics 1A
Electronic Commerce
Statistics 1B
Business Management 2A
ESA310S
PMT310S
MAT121S
Introduction to SAP
None
None
SAP 110S
PTM210S
CPI320S
EST320S
Project Management
None
PJM110S
CPI 110S
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Code
OOT110S
ASE110S
IDB110S
IDB120S
MNS110S
BAC1100
SIT110S
IWD110S
ELC410S
SIT121S
BAC 1200
BMA211S
ISP110S
Commercial Law (IT)

Entrepreneurial Skills
CLI320S
ENT321S
Second Year
Semester 3
OOP210S
SED210S

Semester 4
Electronic Commerce
Business Operations
None
None
6
6
12
12
MNS210S
BAC1100
SIT111S
IDB210S
Introduction to Software
Engineering
None
None
None
5
5
5
5
12
10
12
6
IDB220S
ELC220S
WDF220S
BAC1200
BSO221S
SIT121S

None
None
None
6
6
5
5
6
5
12
12
12
10
12
12
12
6
7
6
5
7
12
12
12
10
12
7
7
7
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12
12
Third Year
Semester 5
Enterprise Web Application Development EWD310S
Process Management
Project Management
Introduction to Marketing & Its Environment
ESA310S
PMT310S
PTM210S
IME511S
ICE712S

and Object Oriented Programming
None
None
None
Semester 6
Business Computing Project in Industry
Commercial Law (IT)
CPI320S
EST320S
CLI320S
Diploma in Information Technology

None
NB: The student has to pass all listed courses up to semester 6 and a project in industry has to be passed between
semester 3 and 6.
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BACHELOR OF INFORMATICS (Phased in 2014)
07BAIF
Description
The Bachelor of Informatics aims at providing educational opportunities for students who are interested in and
motivated to work as Informatics Specialists in Business Computing, Information Systems or related practices. This
programme is purposefully designed to provide skillful, competent and motivated graduates for the increasing and
numerous challenging tasks of Business Computing and Informatics in the country and the region at large. Students
will have the opportunity to develop the required cognitive/intellectual skills, practical as well as key transferable skills,
and apply these in order to address/solve Computing and Informatics (CI) problems/challenges in the context of an
organisation.
Overall, this programme aims at:
Providing students with a sound foundation in the fundamental concepts, theories and frameworks of Business
Computing and Informatics;
Developing the ability of students to analyse information from a wide range of sources;
Equipping students with the requisite skills to work effectively as individuals and as members of a team;
Enabling students to communicate effectively in the workplace.

The programme intends to provide a diverse range of skills and competencies that are both discipline-specific and
job-related. The programme also intends to facilitate the development of highly generic cognitive and intellectual skills
that would enable graduates to apply their knowledge and learnt competencies to the practices of Business
Computing and Informatics, taking into consideration international generally accepted practices.
Candidates may be considered for admission to the Bachelor of Informatics if they meet the Polytechnic of Namibias
General Admission Requirements (GI2.1 in Part 1 of the Yearbook). In addition, students must have a minimum Csymbol in NSSC Mathematics at Ordinary Level, or equivalent.
Transfer of credits will be dealt with according to the Polytechnics regulations on Recognition of Prior Learning.
These provide for course-by-course credits as well as credit transfer by volume under certain academic conditions.
Maximum credit that can be granted is 50 % of the credit for a qualification.
Upon successful completion of the Bachelor of Informatics, students will ordinarily be able to pursue further studies in
Informatics, or a related cognate area of learning, at NQF Level 8.
CURRICULUM
Year 1
Semester 1
Course Code
BSC410S
MIT112S
PRG510S
LIP411S
MNS511S
COA511S
Course Title
Basic Science
Programming 1
Language in Practice
Prerequisites
None
None
None
None
None
None
Semester 2
OOP521S
ICT521S
MIT122S
WDF521S

Programming 1
None
None
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EPR 511S
English in Practice
OSN521S

Networks
Language in Practice, or
Language in Practice A, or Module
2, or Exemption
Architecture
Year 2
Semester 3
EAP511S
ISS610S
IT Systems Security
DSA610S
DBF510S
ICN511S

ASP610S
English in Practice, or Language

in Practice B, or Module 3, or
Exemption
and Networks
None
None
and Networks
Semester 4
SEH620S
DPT621S
HIT620S
BAP620S
BAI620S
EWD621S

Health Information Systems and Technology
Business Analysis & Process Management
Business Accounting for Informatics
Enterprise Web Application Development

None
None
Year 3
Semester 5
IME511S
MMA710S
CSH710S
Introduction to Marketing and its Environment

Multimedia Applications
Computer Systems for Healthcare Services
CIS610S
ICE712S
Contemporary Issues
None
None
Business Analysis & Process
Management
None
None
Semester 6
WIL710S
ERP720S
PTM721S

Project Management
All courses up to semester 4 and

a maximum of 2 outstanding
semester 5 courses
None
The Bachelor of Information Technology in Business Computing (old curriculum) will be phased out systematically
until 2018 with minimal disruption to existing students learning progression. The last intake of 1st year students for
the Bachelor of Information Technology in Business Computing (old curriculum) was in January 2013.
Students who were registered in 2013 for the 1st year of the Bachelor of Information Technology in Business
Computing (old curriculum), and who failed more than 50% of the courses at the end of 2013, will be required to
change their registration to the Bachelor of Informatics (new curriculum) and will be granted credits on a course-bycourse basis in accordance with the information in Table 1 below.
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The Bachelor of Informatics (new curriculum), took effect from January 2014 and will be completely phased in by
2016. Courses will only be offered based on the syllabi of new/revised courses in 2014 (1st year), 2015 (2nd year)
and 2016 (3rd year). Students who fail any of the courses on the Bachelor of Information Technology in Business
Computing (old curriculum) will be required to repeat such failed courses based on the syllabi of new/revised
corresponding courses. Please refer to Table 2, below, for detailed information on the new/revised corresponding
courses to be done if courses in the old curriculum are failed.
The deadline for complete phasing out of the Bachelor of Information Technology in Business Computing (old
curriculum) is 2018 after which students must automatically switch to the Bachelor of Informatics (new curriculum).
Table 1: 1st Year Courses to be credited
Bachelor of Information Technology: Business
Computing
(Old Courses)
Course
Code
Course Name
Course
Code
Course Name
EAP511S
EAP511S
CUS411S
COH110S
COA511S
ADI11S
DSA610S
BMA121S
Management
MIT112S
BEL112S
Business Ethics and Leadership
IPG120S
ISW120S
ICT521S
ICT521S
MIT122S
MIT122S
ONS120S
OSN512S

Networks
PCO611S
None
None
MIT112S
None
PRG510S
Programming 1
None
None
Table 2: Corresponding Courses to be done (if failed) - this is not a credit table!
Bachelor of Information Technology:
Business Computing
(Old Courses)
(Corresponding New/Revised
Course
Code
Course Name
Course
Code
Course Name
COH110S
COA511S
Computer Architecture & Organisation
ADI11S
DSA610S
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IPG120S
PRG510S
Programming 1
ISW120S
ONS120S
OSN512S

Networks
OOP210S
OOP521S
SED210S
SEH621S
MNS210S
MNS511S
SIT111S
ASI610S
IDB210S
DBF510S
IDB22OS
None
ELC220S
Electronic Commerce
None
WDF220S
WDF521S
SIT121S
ASI610S
EWD310S
Enterprise Web Application

Development
EWD621S
Enterprise Web Application Development
ESA310S
ERP720S
PMT310S
Process Management
BAP620S
Business Analysis and Process

Management
PTM210S
Project Management
PTM721S
Project Management
CPI320S
Business Computing Project in

WIL710S
EST320S
ERP720S
CLI320S
Commercial Law (IT)
None
None
Table 2, above only highlights new/revised core courses in Business Computing that should be done if
courses on the old curriculum are failed. Service courses from other Departments are excluded, but the rules
of relevant Departments apply to this programme as well.
The following old courses do not have corresponding courses in the Bachelor of Informatics (new curriculum) and will
be offered until the Bachelor of Information Technology in Business Computing (old curriculum) is phased out
completely in 2018:
Introduction to Databases 1B (IDB220S)
Introduction to Software Engineering (ISW120S)
Students who fail the following old courses must repeat the new/revised courses listed below:
Enterprise Systems Applications (ESA310S) or Enterprise Systems Technology (EST320S), must repeat
Enterprise Resource Planning Systems;

Statistics for IT 1A (SIT111S) or Statistics for IT 1B (SIT121S), must repeat Applied Statistics & Probability for IT.
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POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES
Bachelor of Information Technology Honours in Software Engineering
Bachelor of Information Technology Honours in Computer Networking
Master of Information Technology (Revised)
Bachelor of Informatics Honours (New)
Bachelor of Computer Science Honours (New)
Bachelor of Information Technology Honours in Business Computing
Post Graduate Certificate in Business Computing (Information Systems Audit)
Master of Informatics
Master of Computer Science
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Informatics
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Computer Science
CODES
80BHSE
80BHCN
09MIFT
80MIFT
08BIFH
09MCSC
80BHBC
08PGBC
09MINF
09MCSC
10PDIN
10PDCS
DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCES
Code 22
BACHELOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY HONOURS IN COMPUTER NETWORKING

(Phasing out from 2014)
80BHCN
NQF Level: 8
NQF Credits: 120
Description
The B.IT Hons. in Computer Networking is worth 120 credits at NQF level 8 and follows on the Bachelor of
Information Technology (B.IT) in Computer Networking. For graduates with the desire to advance further, the B.IT
Hons. provides a stepping-stone for continued studies towards a Masters degree.
Applicants must have a three year Advanced Diploma or a Bachelor degree in Information Technology or Computer
Science from an accredited institution as approved by the Polytechnic of Namibia. The departmental B.IT. Hons.
Committee evaluates candidates individually and decides whether academic achievements are sufficient to enter the
programme and whether any additional conditions must be satisfied.
Included should be compulsory course work in operating systems, systems administration and computer networks
with a major focus on system architecture. It is required that candidates who have not graduated from an IT
programme at the Polytechnic of Namibia, have achieved at least industry qualifications passed computer network
curricula covering similar content.
Outcomes for whole qualification
Graduates of the Bachelor of Information Technology Honours: Computer Networking should be able to:
Design, build and maintain various forms of communication networks with emphasis on the infrastructure and
security requirements.
Plan and implement effective and efficient computer and communication systems with a focus on operating
systems and in particular network operating systems architectures.
Develop network solutions matched to the needs of the business and manage technologies to support business
objectives.
Install, configure, secure and administer network systems comprising users, shared resources and network
elements, such as routers, in local and Internet-based environments.
Conduct risk analyses and define and implement appropriate security policies and best practice in computer
systems.
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Apply theory to information technology practice in communications networks and technology infrastructures.
Conduct independent research and advise on security, capacity and architectures of networked computer
systems.
Summary of qualification requirements

The qualification will be awarded to candidates credited with a minimum of 120 NQF credits, and who have met the
requirements of the prescribed curriculum which is as follows:
a) Passed four (4) compulsory courses worth 60 credits,
b) One (1) compulsory Honours mini thesis worth 30 credits, and
c) Two (2) elective courses worth 30 credits.
CURRICULUM
Course
Course
Code
Title
Year 1
Semester 1
RIT811S
Research Methodology (IT)
TOC811S
Theory of Computation
Plus any one of the following Elective courses:
ADR810S
Advanced Routing
PNS811S
Practical Network and Internet
Security
SAM810S
Simulation and Modelling
SLD810S
Switching and LAN design
QQS810S
Queuing and Quality of Service
Semester 2
HRP810S
Honours Research Project/
Mini-Thesis
CTY810S
Cryptography
DNS810S
Data and Network Security
Plus any one of the following Elective courses:
ADR810S
Advanced Routing
PNS811S
Practical Network and Internet
Security
SAM810S
SLD810S
QQS810S
Prerequisite
NQF
Level
NQF
Credits
None
None
8
8
15
15
None
15
None
None
None
None
8
8
8
8
15
15
15
15
Research Methodology
30
None
None
8
8
15
15
None
15
None
None
None
None
8
8
8
8
15
15
15
15
Transitional Arrangements from the old B.Tech to the B.IT. Hons. Programme
Beginning with the 1st semester 2010, only the proposed new courses will be offered. All students who are or were
enrolled already for the current B.Tech. qualification have the opportunity to change registration to the new
qualification, the B.IT. Hons. degree.
However, courses from the old 4-year B.Tech. programmes in Information Technology will not generally be credited
towards the new programme B.IT. Hons. in Networks and Systems Administration, unless such courses were already
designed with equivalent NQF level and credits. If applicable, credits are awarded on a course-by-course basis
towards the B.IT. Hons. degree (see table A below).
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Where students intend to finish the B.Tech. qualification and courses are discontinued after 2009, equivalent courses
from the new B.IT. Hons. programme may be substituted with approval of the HOD of the relevant Department. The
HOD of the relevant Department must approve the choice of such course (see table B below).
Notwithstanding the above, students should note that there are certain anomalies involved in the transition between
the old and new programmes, relating to the required number of hours studied and credit points achieved. In case of
doubt a student should discuss his/her position with the Head of the relevant Department.
Equivalence Table A Credits towards the B.IT. Hons.
Students who passed certain courses in the old B.Tech. IT programme may claim credit for these courses according
to the table below:
Equivalence Table A Credits towards the B.IT. Hons.
Bachelor Honours: Computer Networking
Credit obtainable
New courses
Old B.Tech.
Code
Course name
Code
Course Name
DNS810S
NIS410S
Theory of Network Security
HRP810S
Honours Research Project
HRP 410S
PNS811S
Practical Network Security
PNS410S
RIT811S
RIT 410S
TOC811S
TOC410S
Courses from other departments will be considered for credit according to the rules specified in the hosting
departments and with the approval of the HOD of DCSN.
Equivalence Table B Course Substitutions for B.Tech.
Bachelor Honours: Computer Networking
Old B.Tech
New courses
Discontinued old courses
Code
Course Name
Code
Course Name
ADR810S
Advanced Routing
CCP410S
CCNP1
DNS810S
NIS410S
Theory of Network Security
HRP810S
HRP 410S
PNS811S
PNS410S
RIT811S
RIT 410S
SLD810S
Switching and LAN Design
CCP430S
CCNP3
TOC811S
TOC410S
Courses from other departments will be considered for substitution according to the rules specified in the hosting
departments and with the approval of the HOD of DCSN.
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BACHELOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY HONOURS IN SOFTWARE ENGINEERING

(Phasing out from 2014)
NQF Level: 8
NQF Credits: 120
80BHSE
Description
The B.IT. Honours in Software Engineering are worth 120 NQF credits and registered at NQF Level 8, following upon
392 credits for the Bachelor of Information Technology (B.IT.) in Software Development. For graduates with the
desire to advance further, the B.IT. Honours provide a stepping-stone for continued studies towards a Masters
degree.
Applicants must have a three year Advanced Diploma or a Bachelor degree or an equivalent qualification on NQF
Level 7 in Information Technology or Computer Science from an accredited institution as approved by the Polytechnic
of Namibia.
Before registration, candidates need to apply for admission in writing to the Head of Department: Software
Engineering. The application must include proof of the candidates academic qualification(s) and a complete
Curriculum Vitae. Additional documents providing evidence of relevant projects, industry qualifications, or
work/research experience in the field of Software Engineering may be considered. The departmental B.IT. Honours
Committee evaluates candidates individually and decides whether academic achievements are sufficient for
applicants to enter the programme, or whether any additional conditions must be satisfied prior to admission.
Outcomes for whole qualification
Graduates of the B. IT. Honours: Software Engineering programme will be able to:
1.
Consolidate and deepen expertise in Software Engineering beyond that provided in the 3 year Bachelor of
Information Technology: Software Development programme.
2.
Work as an individual and/or as part of a team to plan, develop, implement and evaluate quality software, with
an appreciation for standardised procedures, work ethics and collaborative efforts.
3.
Identify problems and assess constraints, select and apply appropriate problem-solving tools and techniques,
and document the results.
4.
Reconcile conflicting project objectives, finding acceptable compromises within limitations of cost, time,
knowledge, existing systems, and organisations, and manage available resources efficiently.
5.
Demonstrate proficiency in software architecture, design and development, algorithms, operating systems,
programming languages, databases and information systems.
6.
Evaluate and apply current theories, principles, methods, and tools that provide a basis for problem
identification and analysis, software architecture, design, development, implementation, verification, and
documentation.
7.
Design and implement appropriate solutions in one or more application domains using software engineering
approaches that integrate ethical, social, legal, and economic concerns.
8.
Demonstrare professional communication, negotiation, organisation and documentation skills in typical
software engineering environments.
9.
Develop research capabilities beyond those expected at the Bachelor level requiring higher level theoretical
engagement and intellectual independence.
10. Conduct research on new models, techniques, and technologies as they emerge and appreciate the necessity
of such continuing professional development.
Summary of qualification requirements
requirements of the prescribed curriculum which is as follows:
a) Passed compulsory courses worth 15 credits
b) Five (5) elective courses worth 75 credits
c) Successfully complete a Honours Mini-Thesis worth 30 credits
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CURRICULUM
Year 1
Semester 1
Course
Course
Code
Title
RIT811S
Plus any three of the following Elective courses:
AIT811S
Advanced Internet Technology
ADS811S
Architecture & Implementation of
Database Management Systems
AIA810S
Artificial Intelligence Applications
DAA810S
Distributed Applications & Architectures
ETS811S
Emerging Technologies in Software
Engineering
HCI810S
Human Computer Interaction
MAD810S
Mobile Application Development
TOC811S
DNS810S
CTY810S
Cryptography
Prerequisite
None
NQF
Level
8
NQF
Credits
15
None
None
8
8
15
15
None
None
None
8
8
8
15
15
15
None
None
None
None
None
8
8
8
8
8
15
15
15
15
15
30
8
8
15
15
8
8
8
15
15
15
8
8
8
8
8
15
15
15
15
15
Semester 2
HRP810S
Mini-Thesis
Plus any two of the following Elective courses, if not yet taken in Semester one:
AIT811S
None
ADS811S
None
AIA810S
None
DAA810S
None
ETS811S
None
Engineering
HCI810S
None
MAD810S
None
TOC811S
None
DNS810S
None
CTY810S
Cryptography
None
Transitional Arrangements from the old B.Tech to the B.IT. Honours Programme
Beginning with the 1st semester 2010, only the proposed new courses will be offered. All students who are or were
enrolled already for the old B.Tech. qualification have the opportunity to change registration to the new qualification,
the B.IT. Honours degree.
However, courses from the old 4-year B.Tech. programmes in Information Technology will not generally be credited
towards the new programme B.IT. Honours in Software Engineering, unless such courses were already designed
with equivalent NQF level and credits. If applicable, credits are awarded on a course-by course basis towards the
B.IT. Honours degree (see table A below).
from the new B.IT. Honours programme may be substituted with approval of the HOD of the relevant Department.
The HOD of the relevant Department must approve the choice of such course (see table B below).
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Equivalence Table A - Credits towards the B.IT. Hons.
Students who passed certain courses in the old B.Tech: Software Engineering programme may claim credit for these
courses according to the table below:
B.Tech: Software Development (old)
B.IT. Hons.: Software Engineering (New)
Old Courses
New Courses
Code
Course Name
Code
Course Name
AIT411S
AIT811S
RIT410S
RIT811S
HCI411S
HCI810S
The courses AIT811S and HCI810S have already been revised and approved by Senate in the past. It is already part
of the phasing-out B.Tech.: Software Development programme.
Equivalence Table B - Course substitutions for B.Tech.
B.Tech: Software Development (Old)
Students who want to complete the old B.Tech:
Software Engineering programme may replace phased
out courses from that programme by substituting with
courses from the new B.IT (Hons): Software
Engineering according to the table below:
B.IT. Hons.: Software Engineering (New)
New Courses to be taken in place of
Old courses (discontinued)
Code
Course Name
Code
Course Name
RIT811S
RIT410S
HRP810S
BRP410S
B.Tech Research Project
AIT811S
AIT411S
HCI810S
HCI411S
ADS811S

AIF410S
Architecture & Implementation of Database

Management Systems
departments with approval of the HOD: Software Engineering.
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MASTER OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMME
Code 80
MASTER OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (MIT)

NQF Level: 9
09MIFT
NQF Credits: 240
Description
The PON is driven by a vision to be a premier university of science and technology training leaders for the new
economy. The Masters degree in Information Technology is a two-year (full time) and three-year (part-time)
programme that offers three specialisations in Business Computing, Software Engineering, and Computer Systems
and Networks. These specialisations are available in two options: Option A (coursework and mini-thesis), and Option
B (coursework and thesis), but eligibility for either of the options can only be determined after the first semester of the
programme.
Graduates of this programme will be employed in a wide range of middle to senior management positions in the ICT
industry, including operations, technical departments and RD&I. Also, the high demand for scarce skills in teaching
and research cannot be over-emphasised in the academic sector. The diverse set of skills, to be acquired through
research, specialised courses and project management shall equip students with the necessary competencies to
fulfill the anticipated employment roles in industry and academia.
Admission Criteria
The Master of Information Technology degree seeks to recruit suitably-qualified students who are capable of
benefiting from, contributing to, and successfully completing the programme. The admission requirements for the
programme are as follows:
A recognised Bachelor Honours degree in Information Technology, or an equivalent qualification at NQF

Level 8, which shall include a component of independent research, or a recognised graduate degree with a
research component, or an equivalent qualification, as approved by Senate;
Applicants with relevant industry experience will receive preference in the admission process; therefore
relevant work experience in industry is highly recommended.
Applicants are required to submit the following documents with their applications:
A professional resume, highlighting practical and professional IT experience, if applicable;
A written proposal/motivation for undertaking further studies.

Exceptions to the above admission requirements may be made on the basis of Recognition of Prior Learning and
such candidates must demonstrate in rigorous and robust assessment activities that they possess the necessary
learning abilities to succeed in the programme.
Programme (Qualification) Outcomes
Cognitive/Intellectual and Practical Skills:
Upon completing the programme, students will be able to:
Demonstrate mastery of specialised knowledge in the relevant sub-fields of IT, i.e. Software Engineering,
Networks and Systems, and Business Computing.
Demonstrate mastery of advanced knowledge in ICT project development and management.
Contribute to the advancement of knowledge in the sub-field of specialisation.
Solve complex problems in the field and in IT management drawing systematically and creatively on relevant
theories and methodologies.
Plan and conduct applied research to internationally recognised standards in the IT sub-field of specialisation.
Produce detailed and coherent reports and documents and present reports/documents professionally.
Communicate efficiently and effectively using a wide range of ICT media technologies.
Interact and engage in academic/technical discourse with a learning or professional team.
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The revised Master of Information Technology (new curriculum), took effect from January 2012. The old Master of
Information Technology (old curriculum) will be phased out systematically with minimal disruption to students
progression in accordance with the arrangements set out below.
Students who registered for the out-phasing programme (old curriculum) between 2008 to 2010 would have until the
end of 2014 to complete the requirements for the out-phasing programme/qualification in accordance with the
maximum study period allowed for each of the cohorts. However, from the beginning of 2012 courses are only offered
based on the new/revised syllabi and students who fail any of the courses on the old curriculum will be required to
repeat such failed courses based on the syllabi of new/revised corresponding courses (please refer to the table
below, for detailed information on the corresponding courses to be done if courses on the old curriculum are failed).
Students who registered for the out-phasing programme (old curriculum) between 2008 - 2010 and still need to
complete more than 75% of the courses, at the end of 2011, in order to meet the coursework requirements must
change registration to the new programme. Such students will only be allowed to migrate to Option A (coursework
and Mini-thesis) of the revised Master of Information Technology (new curriculum) and will be granted credits on a
course-by-course basis.
The final date for complete phasing-out of the old curriculum is 2014 after which students must automatically change
registration to the new programme and fulfill all requirements based on the new curriculum.
Corresponding Courses to be done (if failed)
(Old Courses)

Course
Code
Course Name
Course
Code
Course Name
PIN510S
Principles of Instruction
PIN920S
APM510S
Advanced Project Management
APM920S
MEP510S
Masters Thesis
MTH930S
Mini-thesis (Option A)
RPS510S
Research Thesis Seminar
ARM910S
Advanced Research Methodology
SEM510S
Seminar 1
Any Strand Elective Course
SEM520S
Seminar 2
Compulsory
Electives
ENT510S
Emerging Network Technologies
ISN920S
Emerging and Open Issues (I)

(Computer Systems and Networks)
DWH510S
Data Warehousing
DWH920S
Data Warehousing
ETC510S
Evolving Technologies in Computer

Science
AKO510S
Information Architecture and Knowledge

Management
AIK920S
Advanced Information Architecture and

Knowledge Management
ISE510S
Significant Issues in Software

Engineering
Emerging and Open Issues (II)

(Software Engineering)
ISE920S
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CURRICULUM
OPTION A
Year 1
Semester 1
Course
Code
ARM910S
PIN910S
Course
Title
Prerequisite
NQF
NQF
None
None
9
9
30
20
None
20
Plus ONE of the following Strand Compulsory courses depending on specialisation:

ISN920S
Emerging and Open Issues in
None
IT (I) Comp. Systems & Networks
20
ISE920S
None
20
None
20
Semester 2
APM920S
IBC920

IT (II) Software Engineering
IT (III) Business Computing
Plus:
FOR specialisation in Computer Systems and Networks: Any ONE of the Strand Elective courses in Table A
FOR specialisation in Business Computing: Any ONE of the Strand Elective courses in Table B
FOR specialisation in Software Engineering: Any ONE of the Strand Compulsory courses in Table C
Year 2
Semester 3
A further TWO Strand Elective courses for specialisation in Computer Systems and Networks (listed in Table A)
OR
A further TWO Strand Elective courses for specialisation in Business Computing (listed in Table B)
OR
A further TWO Strand Compulsory courses for specialisation in Software Engineering (listed in Table C)
Year 2
Semester 3 to 4
MTH930S
Mini-thesis
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Table A:
Strand Elective Courses for Specialisation in Computer Systems and Networks
WMS920S
Wireless and Mobile Security

Security
None
20
NPD920S
Networks Planning and Design
None
20
IOD920S
Implications of Digitisation
IT Laws
None
20
RES920S
Real-time and Embedded

Systems
None
20
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Table B:
Strand Elective Courses for Specialisation in Business Computing
AIK920S
Advanced Information Architecture and

Knowledge Management
None
20
HIM920S
Human-Computer Interaction
Management
None
20
IOD920S
Implications of Digitisation IT Laws
None
20
ECO920S
e-Commerce
None
20
WMS920S
Wireless and Mobile Security
None
20
DWH920S
Data Warehousing
None
20
Table C:
The THREE Additional Strand Compulsory Courses for Specialisation in Software Engineering
RES920S
Research Skills in Software Engineering
None
20
CSE920S
Community-Based Software Engineering
None
20
TSE920S
Latest Trends in Software Engineering
None
20
OPTION B
Year 1
Semester 1
ARM910S
PIN910S
None
None
9
9
30
20
Year 1/2
Semester 2 - 4
THE920S
Thesis
190
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BACHELOR OF COMPUTER SCIENCE HONOURS (COMMUNICATION NETWORKS)

BACHELOR OF COMPUTER SCIENCE HONOURS (SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT)
BACHELOR OF COMPUTER SCIENCE HONOURS (MOBILE DEVELOPMENT)
BACHELOR OF COMPUTER SCIENCE HONOURS (INFORMATION SECURITY)
BACHELOR OF COMPUTER SCIENCE HONOURS (DIGITAL FORENICS)
08BCHC
08BCSH
08BCHM
08BHIS
08BHDF
Description
The Bachelor of Computer Science Honours is a postgraduate specialisation degree that aims at consolidating and
deepening the knowledge and skills of students in the main cognate area of learning, as well as developing their
capacity to conduct supervised research of an applied nature. The programme is purposefully designed to expose
students to advanced concepts, theories, tools, and methods of Computer Science. In this context, specific emphasis
is placed on internationally accepted general standards and practices, as well as key attributes that would enable
graduates to assume supervisory/middle management and applied research positions in the Computing industry,
academia, and in the public sector in general.
The curriculum is structured to facilitate specialisation in the areas of Communication Networks, Software
Development, and Mobile Development.
Applicants may be considered for admission to this programme if they have a Bachelors degree in Computer
Science, or a Bachelor of Information Technology (with specialisation in Software Development or Systems
Administration and Networks) from the Polytechnic of Namibia, or an equivalent qualification at NQF Level 7 from a
recognised institution, worth at least 360 credits.
A professional resume, highlighting practical and professional Computing and IT experience, if applicable;

Articulation Requirements
Maximum credit that can be granted is 50 % of the credits for a qualification.
Upon successful completion of the Bachelor of Computer Science Honours, students will ordinarily be able to pursue
further studies in the same, or a related cognate area of learning, at NQF Level 9.
CURRICULUM
Year 1
Semester 1
Course Code
RIT812S
Course Title
Prerequisites
None
PLUS one of the following Strands depending on Specialisation:

BBN810S
Broadband Networks
ECN811S
MNA810S
Mobile Networks and Architectures
ASD810S
Advanced Software Development
ESD811S
Software Development
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None
None
None
None
None
FMM810S
Formal Methods
MOBILE DEVELOPMENT STRAND
MAD811S
Mobile Applications Development
EMD811S
Emerging and Open Issues in Mobile
Development
MNA810S
Mobile Networks and Architectures
INFORMATION SECURITY STRAND
PTS811S
APC811S
Applied Cryptography
ISM811S
Information Security Management and Assurance
DIGITAL FORENSICS STRAND
PTS811S
DFM811S
Digital Forensics Management
APC811S
Applied Cryptography
Semester 2
MTH820S
Mini-thesis
None
None
None
None
None
None
None
None
None
None
PLUS one of the following Strand Elective courses for Specialisation in Communication Networks
WDS820S
Wireless Data Networks and System
None
SON820S
Simulation of Networks
None
PLUS one of the following Strand Elective courses for Specialisation in Software Development
MAD811S
None
PLC820S
Programming Languages and Compilers
None
PLUS one of the following Strand Elective courses for Specialisation in Mobile Development
IDE820S
Interaction Design & Evaluation
None
MPD820S
Mobile Platforms and Development Environments
None
PLUS one of the following Strand Elective courses for Specialisation in Information Security
CIT821S
Critical Infrastructure Protection
None
CMF821S
Database Security and Data Protection
None
PLUS one of the following Strand Elective Courses for Specialisation in Digital Forensics
TBC
Computer and Multimedia Forensics
None
MBF821S
Mobile Forensics
None
The Bachelor of Information Technology Honours degrees in Computer Networking, as well as Software Engineering
(old curricula) will be phased out systematically until 2016 with minimal disruption to existing students learning
progression. The last intake of students for the Bachelor of Information Technology Honours degrees in Computer
Networking, as well as Software Engineering (old curricula) was in January 2013.
Students who were registered for the Bachelor of Information Technology Honours in Computer Networking, as well
as Software Engineering (old curricula) will be allowed to transition to the Bachelor of Computer Science Honours
(new curriculum), but may lose credits.
Students who were registered in 2013 for the out-phasing Bachelor of Information Technology Honours in Computer
Networking, as well as Software Engineering (old curricula), and who failed more than 50% of the courses at the end
of 2013, will be required to change their registration to the Bachelor of Computer Science Honours (new curriculum)
and will be granted credits on a course-by-course basis in accordance with the information in Table 1 below.
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The Bachelor of Computer Science Honours (new curriculum), took effect from January 2014. Courses will only be
offered based on the syllabi of new/revised courses in 2014. Students who fail any of the courses on the old curricula
will be required to repeat such failed courses based on the syllabi of new/revised corresponding courses. Please refer
to Table 2, below, fo r detailed information on the new/revised corresponding courses to be done if courses on the
Bachelor of Information Technology Honours degrees in Computer Networking, as well as Software Engineering (old
curricula) are failed.
The deadline for complete phasing out of the Bachelor of Information Technology Honours degrees in Computer
Networking, as well as Software Engineering (old curricula) is 2016 after which students must automatically switch to
the Bachelor of Computer Science Honours (new curriculum).
Table 1: Courses to be credited
Bachelor of Information Technology Honours
(Computer Networking, and Software Engineering)
(Old Courses)
Bachelor of Computer Science Honours

Course
Code
Course Name
Course
Code
CTY810S
Cryptography
None
DNS810S
None
RIT811S
TOC811S
HRP810S
MTH820S
Mini-thesis
ADR810S
Advanced Routing
BBN810S
Broadband Networks
PNS811S
Practical Network and Internet security
SAM810S
SLD810S
QQS810S
ADS811S

None
AIA811S
None
AIT811S
None
DAA811S
None
ETS811S

Engineering
ESD811S
Emerging and Open Issues in Software

Development
HCI810S
IDE820S
Interaction Design and Evaluation
MAD810S
MAD811S
RIT812S
Course Name
None
None
SON820S
None
BBN810S
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Broadband Networks
Table 2: Corresponding Courses to be done (if failed) This is not a credit table!
Bachelor of Information Technology Honours
(Computer Networking, and Software Engineering)
(Old Courses)
Bachelor of Computer Science Honours

Course
Code
Course Name
Course
Code
CTY810S
Cryptography
None
DNS810S
None
RIT811S
TOC811S
HRP810S
MTH820S
Mini-thesis
ADR810S
Advanced Routing
BBN810S
Broadband Networks
PNS811S
Practical Network and Internet Security
SAM810S
SLD810S
Switching and LAN Design
None
QQS810S
None
ADS811S

None
AIA811S
None
AIT811S
Advanced Internet technology
None
DAA811S
None
ETS811S

Engineering
ESD811S
Emerging and Open Issues in Software

Development
HCI810S
IDE820S
Interaction Design and Evaluation
MAD810S
MAD811S
RIT812S
Course Name
None
None
SON820S
The following old courses do not have new/revised corresponding courses in the Bachelor of Computer Science
Honours (new curriculum) and will be offered until the Bachelor of Information Technology Honours degrees in
Computer Networking, as well as Software Engineering (old curricula) are phased out completely in 2016:
Cryptography (CTY810S)
Data and Network Security (DNS810S)
Theory of Computation (TOC811S)
Practical Network and Internet security (PNS811S)
Switching and LAN Design (SLD810S)
Queuing and Quality of Service (QQS810S)
Architecture & Implementation of Database Management Systems (ADS811S)
Artificial Intelligence Applications (AIA811S)
Advanced Internet technology (AIT811S)
Distributed Applications & Architectures (DAA811S)
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MASTER OF COMPUTER SCIENCE

09MCSC
(with specialisation in Communication Networks, Software Development, Mobile Development, Information
Security, Forensic Computing)
NQF Level: 9
NQF Credits: 240
Description
The Master of Computer Science programme is of interdisciplinary nature and aims at students interested in, and
adequately qualified and motivated, for graduate education to become scientific researchers in various fields of study
related to Computer Science. In this regard, the Computing Sciences Accreditation Board (CSAB) defines Computer
Science as focusing on the theory of computation, algorithms and data structures, programming methodology and
languages, and computer elements and architecture. In addition to these four areas, CSAB also identifies fields such
as software engineering, artificial intelligence, computer networking and communication, database systems, parallel
computation, distributed computation, computer-human interaction, computer graphics, operating systems, and
numerical and symbolic computation as being important areas of computer science.
The programme will enable students to deepen their knowledge of a particular Computer Science speciality for
application, research and/or management purposes. Possible fields of specialisation include Communication
Networks, Software Development, Mobile Development, Information Security and Forensic Computing. The precise
focus of the research will be determined through dialogue between the candidate and supervising staff, and will fall
within the scope of the approved research clusters of the School of IT.
Students will develop a thorough understanding of relevant methodological approaches, and develop competence in
the application of qualitative, design, mixed-mode and quantitative research methods through participation in
research projects under supervision of experienced staff members. The development of research competence has
prime priority in the context of this programme. Students are required to design, undertake and report on research
where Computer Science is the research focus and apply techniques and/or deal with a specific application problem
connected with the field of interest.
Applicants who hold qualifications from recognised institutions at NQF level 8, or equivalent, in disciplines related to
Computer Science may be considered for admission to this programme. Applicants need to provide evidence of
having conducted supervised research and may be required to make-up specific deficiencies in coursework at the
discretion of the Postgraduate Studies Committee. In addition, applicants may be required to attend a pre-selection
interview and/or test at the discretion of the department.
Applicants from other institutions must submit detailed information on all courses in their previous qualifications, as
well as contact details of three referees. The latter also applies to applicants who have been working in the field
subsequent to obtaining their previous qualifications. Exceptions may be approved by the Postgraduate Studies
Committee, and all admissions are at the discretion of the Postgraduate Studies Committee.
Registration prior to the approval of a research proposal is provisional and will be made official only when the
proposal is approved by the Postgraduate Studies Committee. These procedures will be fully explained to each
prospective student during his or her personal interview.
Assessment Strategies
Students are required to submit a research proposal six months after registration for approval by the Postgraduate
Studies Committee. It is compulsory that students attend regular research methodology seminars until successful
defense and approval of the research proposal. Students are required to present work-in-progress report every six
months during research seminars for monitoring and assessment purposes. Students who fail the initial assessment
of the research proposal will receive an extension of six months for re-approval.
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In compliance with the general requirements of Senate, students are required to submit a thesis for evaluation, which
should comply with international academic standards. The thesis requires students to work independently and to
investigate their own individual research topic. Students are required to cultivate a professional work ethic to deliver
the combination of research, analysis, communication and presentation demanded by their thesis. The thesis will be
assessed in accordance with the rules for studies at postgraduate level.
Students will present and defend their thesis before an appropriately constituted committee in accordance with the
rules for postgraduate studies at the Polytechnic. The thesis will be returned to students for correction before final
binding and archiving. Final marks will only be released after correction of the thesis.
The structured/taught Master of Information Technology (MIT) programme will be phased out systematically until
2016 with no disruption to existing students learning progression. The last intake for the MIT (09MIFT) was in 2013.
The Master of Computer Science will take effect from January 2014.
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DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN COMPUTER SCIENCE (New)

10PDCS
(with specialisation in Communication Networks, Software Development, Mobile Development, Information
Security, Forensic Computing)
NQF Level: 10
NQF Credits: 360
Description
The Polytechnic of Namibia is in the process of transforming into the Namibia University of Science and Technology.
Congruent with its new mandate, the institution intends to increase its suite of postgraduate programmes and
contribute to knowledge creation through research and scientific investigation, with an emphasis on applied research.
The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) will be a prominent feature on the institutions research agenda in future.
The PhD in Computer Science was conceptualised against the back-drop of the above imperatives in order to train
scientific researchers in various fields of study related to Computer Science (e.g. Communication Networks, Software
Development, Mobile Development, Information Security and Forensic Computing). Students will develop a thorough
understanding of relevant methodological approaches, and develop competence in the application of qualitative,
design, mixed-mode and quantitative research methodologies through participation in research projects under
supervision of experienced staff members. The precise focus of the research will be determined through dialogue
between the candidate and supervising staff, and will fall within the scope of the approved research clusters of the
School of IT.
The development of research competence has prime priority in the context of this PhD programme. Students are
required to investigate, design, and conduct independent research, where Computer Science is the research focus,
apply advanced methods and techniques and/or deal with a sophisticated application problem connected with the
topic of interest. The research output, in the form of a thesis, must contribute meaningfully and substantially to the
existing body of knowledge in the field/area of specialisation through comprehension, application, analysis, synthesis
and evaluation of existing knowledge.
Applicants who hold qualifications from recognised institutions at NQF level 9, or equivalent, in Computer Science or
related cognate areas, may be considered for admission to this programme. Applicants need to provide evidence of
having conducted supervised research at this level. In addition, applicants may be required to attend a pre-selection
interview at the discretion of the department. The final selection and admission of candidates will be approved by the
Postgraduate Studies Committee.
The PhD in Computer Science is a terminal qualification, hence articulation arrangements are not applicable.
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Students will present and defend their thesis before an appropriate constituted committee in accordance with the
Any other special arrangements on assessments will be done in accordance with the Polytechnics rules and
procedures for postgraduate studies.
Quality Assurance Arrangements
The final assessment of the thesis will be done by qualified academics and practitioners with Doctoral Degrees. The
examiners must be knowledgeable and respected individuals in the field with experience in assessment of
postgraduate scientific reports or theses, and will be appointed by Senate upon recommendation of the Postgraduate
Studies Committee
This is a new programme and transition arrangements are, therefore, not applicable.
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Code 23
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN INFORMATICS (INFORMATION SYSTEMS AUDIT)
08PGCI
Description
The Post Graduate Certificate in Informatics (Information Systems Audit) programme is primarily designed to provide
students with deeper insight, intellectual and cognitive skills related to their professional field and area of employment
and help them to advance their career of choice. This programme will further expose students to advanced concepts,
theories, tools, and methods of Information Systems Audit. The overarching aim of this programme is to prepare
students for a career in the Information Technology (IT) audit field and for certification as an information systems
auditor or information security specialist. Students will be able to take-up a certification course in this field and may
become members of professional/association bodies such as the Information Systems Audit and Control Association
(ISACA). The Post Graduate Certificate in Informatics (Information Systems Audit) will not lead to further academic
study, but graduates would gain credit for relevant courses should they opt to register for the Bachelor of Informatics
Honours.
Applicants must have a three-year Advanced Diploma or a Bachelor degree or an equivalent qualification on NQF
Level 7 with an Information Systems emphasis from an accredited institution. Applicants should also have at least
two years relevant work experience.
Transfer of credits will be dealt with in accordance with the Polytechnics regulations on Recognition of Prior
Learning. These provide for course-by-course credits as well as credit transfer by volume under certain academic
conditions. Maximum credit that can be granted is 50 % of the credits for a qualification.
Students who commenced a Bachelor of Informatics Honours, but discontinued their studies, may utilise academic
courses passed for credit recognition in the Post Graduate Certificate in Informatics (Information Systems Audit).
Conversely, students who passed academic courses as part of this programme may utilise these for credit, if wishing
ultimately, to undertake the Bachelor of Informatics Honours.
In addition, students who passed certain courses in the old Bachelor of Technology in Business Computing
programme may be granted credit for such courses as follows:
B. Tech.: Business Computing (Old)
Old Courses
Code
AIS410S
ISA410S
Course Name
Accounting Information Systems
Information Systems Audit
PGC: Informatics (Information Systems Audit)

[New/Revised Equivalent Courses ]
New Courses
Code
Course Name
AIS822S
ISA822S
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CURRICULUM
Year 1
Course Code
AIS822S
ISA822S
PGP811S
Course Title
Industry Project
ISM811S
Information Security Management and Assurance
Prerequisite
None
None
Students must have passed at
least one course.
None
The Post Graduate Certificate in Business Computing (Information Systems Audit) (old curriculum) will be phased out
systematically until 2015 with minimal disruption to existing students learning progression. The last intake of students
for the Post Graduate Certificate in Business Computing (Information Systems Audit) (old curriculum) was in January
2014.
Students who are registered on the Post Graduate Certificate in Business Computing (Information Systems Audit)
(old curriculum) will be allowed to transition to the Post Graduate Certificate in Informatics (Information Systems
Audit) (new curriculum).
Students who are registered in 2014 for the Post Graduate Certificate in Business Computing (Information Systems
Audit (old curriculum), and who fail more than 50% of the courses at the end of 2014, will be required to change their
registration to the Post Graduate Certificate in Informatics (Information Systems Audit) (new curriculum) and will be
granted credits on a course-by-course basis in accordance with the information in Table 1 below.
The Post Graduate Certificate in Informatics (Information Systems Audit) (new curriculum), will take effect from
January 2015. Courses will only be offered based on the syllabi of new/revised courses in 2015. Students who fail
any of the courses on the old curricula will be required to repeat such failed courses based on the syllabi of the
new/revised corresponding courses. Please refer to Table 2 below, for detailed information on the new/revised
corresponding courses to be done if courses on the Post Graduate Certificate in Business Computing (Information
Systems Audit) (old curriculum) are failed.
The deadline for complete phasing out of the Post Graduate Certificate in Business Computing (Information Systems
Audit) (old curriculum) is 2016 after which students must automatically switch to the Post Graduate Certificate in
Informatics (Information Systems Audit) (new curriculum).
Table 1: Courses to be credited
Post Graduate Certificate in Business Computing
(Information Systems Audit)
(Old Courses)
Course Code
Course Name
AIS811S
ISA811S
Information Systems Audit and
Control
PIP810S
Industry Project
PIC810S
Industry Certification
Post Graduate Certificate in Informatics (Information

Systems Audit)
Course Code
Course Name
AIS822S
ISA822S
PGP811S
ISM811S
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Industry Project
Information Security Management and
Assurance
Post Graduate Certificate in Business Computing
(Information Systems Audit) (Old Courses)
Course Code
AIS811S
ISA811S
PIP810S
PIC810S
Course Name
Control
Industry Project
Post Graduate Certificate in Informatics (Information

Systems Audit)
Course Code
Course Name
AIS822S
ISA822S
PGP811S
ISM811S
Industry Project
Information Security Management and
Assurance
Please Note:
Table 2 above only highlights new/revised core courses in Informatics that should be done if courses on the old
curriculum are failed.
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BACHELOR OF INFORMATICS HONOURS (WEB INFORMATICS)

BACHELOR OF INFORMATICS HONOURS (BUSINESS INFORMATICS)
NQF Level: 8
NQF Credits: 120
08BIFH
08BIHB
Description
The Bachelor of Informatics Honours is a postgraduate specialisation degree that aims at consolidating and
deepening the knowledge and skills of students in the main cognate area of learning, as well as developing their
capacity to conduct supervised research of an applied nature. The programme is purposefully designed to expose
students to advanced concepts, theories, tools, and methods of Informatics. In this context, specific emphasis is
placed on internationally accepted general standards and practices, as well as key attributes that would enable
graduates to assume supervisory/middle management and applied research positions in the Computing industry,
academia, and in the public sector in general.
The curriculum is structured to facilitate specialisation in the areas of Web Informatics and Business Informatics.
Applicants may be considered for admission to this programme if they have a Bachelors degree in Informatics, or a
Bachelor of Information Technology in Business Computing from the Polytechnic of Namibia, or an equivalent
qualification at NQF Level 7 from a recognised institution, worth at least 360 credits.
A professional resume, highlighting practical and professional Computing and IT experience, if applicable;

Maximum credit that can be granted is 50 % of the credits for a qualification.
Upon successful completion of the Bachelor of Informatics Honours, students will ordinarily be able to pursue further
studies in the same, or a related cognate area of learning, at NQF Level 9.
CURRICULUM
Year 1
Semester 1
Course
Code
RIT812S
EAT810S
Course
Title
Enterprise Architecture
Prerequisite
None
None
PLUS one of the following Strands depending on Specialisation:

WEB INFORMATICS STRAND
GDM810S
Graphics Design and Digital Media
None
BWM810S
Business Web and Marketing
None
BUSINESS INFORMATICS STRAND
BIN811S
Business Intelligence
None
ILM812S
IT in Logistics Management
None
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Semester 2
MTH820S
Mini-thesis
PLUS one of the following Strand Elective courses for Specialisation in Web Informatics
AMM820S
Advanced Multimedia
None
MAI821S
Mobile Applications in Informatics
None
PLUS one of the following Strand Elective courses for Specialisation in Business Informatics
ISA822S
None
AIS822S
None
The Bachelor of Information Technology Honours in Business Computing (old curriculum) will be phased out
systematically until 2016 with minimal disruption to existing students learning progression. The last intake of students
for the Bachelor of Information Technology Honours in Business Computing (old curriculum) was in January 2013.
Students who are registered on the Bachelor of Information Technology Honours in Business Computing (old
curriculum) will be allowed to transition to the Bachelor of Informatics Honours (new curriculum), but may lose credits.
Students who were registered in 2013 for the Bachelor of Information Technology Honours in Business Computing
(old curriculum), and who failed more than 50% of the courses at the end of 2013, will be required to change their
registration to the Bachelor of Informatics Honours (new curriculum) and will be granted credits on a course-bycourse basis in accordance with the information in Table 1 below.
The Bachelor of Informatics Honours (new curriculum), took effect from January 2014. Courses will only be offered
based on the syllabi of new/revised courses in 2014. Students who fail any of the courses on the old curricula will be
required to repeat such failed courses based on the syllabi of the new/revised corresponding courses. Please refer to
Table 2, below, for detailed information on the new/revised corresponding courses to be done if courses on the
Bachelor of Information Technology Honours in Business Computing (old curriculum) are failed.
The deadline for complete phasing out of the Bachelor of Information Technology Honours in Business Computing
(old curriculum) is 2016 after which students must automatically switch to the Bachelor of Informatics Honours (new
curriculum).
Table1: Courses to be credited
Bachelor of Information Technology Honours in
Business Computing
(Old Courses)
Bachelor of Informatics Honours

Course
Code
Course Name
Course
Code
AMS811S
Advanced Management Information

Systems
None
DNS810S
None
RIT811S
TOC811S
HRP810S
SM811S
Soft Skills for IT Management
RIT812S
Course Name
None
MTH820S
Mini-thesis
None
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PMS811S
Practical Management Information

Systems
None
SAM810S
Simulation and Modeling
BIN810S
BIN811S
ILM811S
ILM812S
AIA811S
None
APM810S
Advanced Process Management
None
AIS811S
AIS822S
MAD810S
MAI821S
ISA811S
Information Systems audit & Control
ISA822S
Bachelor of Information Technology Honours in
Business Computing
(Old Courses)
Bachelor of Informatics Honours

Course
Code
Course Name
Course
Code
AMS811S

Systems
None
DNS810S
None
RIT811S
TOC811S
HRP810S
SM811S
None
PMS811S
Practical Management Information

Systems
None
SAM810S
SON820S
BIN810S
BIN811S
ILM811S
ILM812S
AIA811S
None
APM810S
None
AIS811S
AIS822S
MAD810S
MAI821S
ISA811S
Information Systems audit & Control
ISA822S
RIT812S
Course Name
None
MTH820S
Mini-thesis
The following old courses do not have new/revised corresponding courses in the Bachelor of Informatics Honours
(new curriculum), and will be offered until the Bachelor of Information Technology Honours in Business Computing
(old curriculum) is phased out completely in 2016:
Advanced Management Information Systems (AMS811S)
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Data and Network Security (DNS810S)

Theory of Computation (TOC811S)
Soft Skills for IT Management (SM811S)
Practical Management Information Systems (PMS811S)
Artificial Intelligence Applications (AIA811S)
Advanced Process Management (APM810S)
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BACHELOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY HONOURS: BUSINESS COMPUTING

NQF Level: 8
NQF Credits: 120
80BHBC
Description
The B. IT. Hons.: Business Computing is a postgraduate qualification designed to have 120 credits at NQF Level 8,
following upon the 3-year B. IT. Businessc omputing degree with 394 credits.
For graduates with the desire to advance further, the B. IT. Hons.: Business Computing provides a stepping-stone for
continued studies towards a Masters degree in Information Technology.
The academic objective of the programme is to offer a path of further study, leading on from the Bachelor Business
computing course; to provide students with an honours level qualification in their chosen professional field; and to
enable postgraduate studies and research if desired.
Applicants must have a three year Advanced Diploma or a Bachelor degree or an equivalent qualification at NQF
Level 7 in Information Technology or Computer Science from an accredited institution as approved by the Polytechnic
of Namibia. The departmental B.IT Hons. committee evaluates candidates individually and decides whether
academic achievements are sufficient to enter the programme and whether any additional conditions must be
satisfied.
Included should be compulsory course work in research methodology and a mini-thesis, as well as a major
component of elective subjects from the wider area of Business Computing.
Summary of Qualification Requirements
requirements of the pre-scribed curriculum which is as follows:
1.
2.
Three (3) compulsory (core) courses worth 60 credits, including the Honours Research Project (Mini Thesis) with
30 credits, and
Four (4) elective courses worth 60 credits.
CURRICULUM
Year 1
Semester 1
Course
Code
RIT811S
AMS811S
Course
Title
Advanced Management
Information Systems
Plus any two of the following Elective courses:
SSM811S
PMS811S
Practical Management
Information Systems
BIN810S
AIA810S
TOC811S
MAD810S
Prerequisite
None
None
NQF
Level
8
8
NQF
Credits
15
15
None
None
8
8
15
15
None
None
None
None
8
8
8
8
15
15
15
15
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Semester 2
HRP810S
Mini-Thesis (IT)
Plus any two of the following Elective courses:
DNS810S
APM810S
ILM811S
SAM810S
AIS811S
ISA811S
Information Systems Audit & Control
30
None
None
None
None
None
None
8
8
8
8
8
8
15
15
15
15
15
15
Credit Recognition and Transfer Arrangements

Credit recognition and transfer are regulated by the Polytechnics general rules on Recognition of Prior Learning (see
Prospectus of the Polytechnic of Namibia).
Courses from the old 4-year B.Tech programmes in Information Technology will be credited towards the B.IT
Honours: Business Computing. If applicable, credits are awarded on a course-by-course basis (Refer to table A
below).
from the new B. IT. Hons. programme may be substituted with approval of the HOD of the relevant department. The
Head of the relevant Department must approve the choice of such course (see table B below).
Equivalence Table A Credits towards the B.IT Hons. Business Computing
Students who passed certain courses in the old B.Tech.: Business Computing programme may claim credit for these
courses according to the table below:
B. IT. Hons.: Business Computing (New)
Old Courses
New Courses
Code
Course Name
Code
Course Name
RIT410S
RIT811S
AMI410S

Systems
AMS811S

Systems
AMS410S
Advanced Management Skills
SSM811S
Soft Skills for Management
AIS410S
AIS811S
ISA410S
ISA811S
Information Systems Audit and Control
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Equivalence Table B Course Substitutions for B.Tech.

Students who want to complete the old B.Tech.:
Business Computing programme may replace phased
out courses from that programme by substituting with
courses from the new B. IT. Hons.: Business
Computing programme according to the table below:
B. IT. Hons.: Business Computing (New)

New Courses to be taken in place of
Old Courses (discontinued)
Code
Course Name
Code
Course Name
RIT811S
RIT410S
HRP810S
BRP410S
B-Tech Research Project
AMS811S

Systems
AMI410S

Systems
SSM811S
Soft skills for IT Management
AMS410S
Advanced Management Skills
DNS810S
NIS410S
Network Security
departments and with the approval of the HoD: Business Computing.
Students wanting to complete the old B.Tech (80BBCO) had until 2012 based on the above mentioned
arrangements.
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POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN BUSINESS COMPUTING (INFORMATION SYSTEMS AUDIT)

NQF Level: 8
NQF Credits: 60
08PGBC
Description
The Post Graduate Certificate (PGC) in Business Computing (Information Systems Audit), worth 60 credits, is
registered at Level 8 on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF). The need for this programme was identified in
consultation with industry stakeholders and it was specifically developed to address the shortage of Information
Systems professionals, especially in the area of Information Systems Audit and Control. Holders of this qualification
will provide much needed competencies to the Information Technology sector in Namibia which, in turn, would
contribute significantly to the achievement of national development goals and Vision 2030, especially in relation to
Information and Communication Technology.
The programme primarily targets part-time students who are already in employment and intends to provide them with
deeper insight, intellectual and cognitive skills related to their professional field and area of employment and help
them to advance their career of choice. The overarching aim of this programme is to prepare students for a career in
the Information Technology (IT) audit field and for certification as an information systems auditor. Students will be
able to take a certification course in this field and may become members of professional bodies such as the
Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA). The Post Graduate Certificate (PGC) in Business
Computing (Information Systems Audit) will not, normally, lead to further academic study, but graduates would gain
credit for relevant courses should they opt to register for the Bachelor of Information Technology Honours in Business
Computing.
The programme can be completed in one calendar year.
Applicants must have a three-year Advanced Diploma, or a Bachelor degree, or an equivalent qualification at NQF
Level 7 with an Information Systems emphasis from a recognised institution, as approved by the Polytechnic of
Namibia. They should also have at least two years work experience.
Qualification Outcomes
Upon completing the Post Graduate Certificate in Business Computing (Information Systems Audit), students will be
able to:
Investigate the information system(s) risks or aspects thereof at organisations, with special reference to the
business implications;
Assess and implement appropriate internal controls and other security measures in an Information System;
Plan and implement efficient information systems architecture, technology and business processes to support
business objectives in the most cost-effective way;
Recommend and motivate systems acquisition to senior management and staff in organisations and act as
information systems auditors in the implementation of new systems;
Evaluate and integrate information systems and business requirements in order to maximise the performance of
an organisation;
Analyse the efficiency and performance of the system(s), and propose improvements where appropriate and
possible;
Apply appropriate IT governance and control frameworks, and best practices in an organisation;
Communicate solutions and recommendations to management by means of professional presentations and

reports.
Qualification Requirements
This qualification will be awarded to candidates credited with a minimum of 60 NQF credits, at least 45 of which are at
NQF Level 8, and who have met the detailed qualification requirements as outlined below. In addition, students must
meet the administrative and financial requirements as spelt out in the PostgraduateYearbook (Part 1) of the
Polytechnic of Namibia.
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The industry certification in this programme will be offered through a professional body, i.e. the Information Systems
Audit and Control Association (ISACA). ISACA is involved with the development, adoption and use of globally
accepted, industry-leading knowledge and practices for information systems. Students are required to present such
certification to the Polytechnic of Namibia for approval in order to ensure that alignment is at NQF Level 4, or above,
and that it represents a minimum of 150 notional hours of learning.
CURRICULUM
Course
Code
AIS822S
ISA822S
PGP811S
PGC411S
Course
Title
Control
Industry Project
Prerequisites
None
None
None
None
NQF
Level
8
8
NQF
Credits
15
15
8
Minimum
Level 4
15
Minimum
15
Credit Recognition and Transfer Arrangements

Transfer of credits will be dealt with in accordance with the Polytechnics regulations on Recognition of Prior
Learning. These provide for course-by-course credits as well as credit transfer by volume under certain academic
conditions. Maximum credit that can be granted is 50% of the credits for a qualification.
Students who commenced a Bachelor of Information Technology Honours in Business Computing, but discontinued
their studies, may utilise academic courses passed for credit recognition in the Post Graduate Certificate in Business
Computing (Information Systems Audit).
Conversely, students who passed academic courses as part of this programme may utilise these for credit
recognition, if wishing ultimately, to undertake the Bachelor of Information Technology Honours in Business
Computing.
In addition, students who passed certain courses in the old Bachelor of Technology in Business Computing
programme may be granted credit for such courses as follows:
PGC: Business Computing

(Information Systems Audit) [New]
Old Courses
New Courses
Code
Course Name
Code
Course Name
AIS410S
AIS811S
ISA410S
ISA811S
Information Systems Audit and Control
Arrangements for Industrial Certification Courses and Industry Projects

A student may undertake industry certification offered through ISACA. Such certification must be approved by the
Polytechnic of Namibia as being adjudged to be at NQF Level 4 or above with a minimum of 150 notional hours of
learning. The certification should be valid, i.e. not older than three years. Any additional expenses incurred by the
student to obtain industry certification (e.g. professional entrance/examination fees) must be borne by the student.
To be awarded a Post Graduate Certificate in Business Computing (Information Systems Audit), the student must
undertake an industry project. This project must be agreed between the industry partner, student, the Head of
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Department (HOD) of Business Computing, the students academic supervisor, and the Departmental Coordinator for
Work Integrated Learning. The project should involve at least 150 hours of learner effort and should represent a
substantive exercise in the area of specialisation. The deliverable shall be a final report which contains
recommendations for improvement or making more cost-effective uses of IT or information systems within the
employers organisation, focused on Information Systems Audits and Control.
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MASTER OF INFORMATICS
(with specialisation in Web Informatics and Business Informatics)
NQF Level: 9
NQF Credits: 240
09MINF
NQF Registration ID: Q0506
Description
The Master of Informatics programme is of interdisciplinary nature and aims at students interested in, and adequately
qualified and motivated, for graduate education to become scientific researchers in various fields of study related to
Informatics. In this context, Informatics is defined as the study of the structure and behaviour of natural and artificial
systems that generate, process, store, and communicate information. Informatics also includes the study of the
cognitive, social, legal, and economic impact of such information systems.
The programme will enable students to deepen their knowledge of a particular Informatics discipline for application,
research and/or management purposes. Possible fields of specialisation include Web Informatics and Business
Informatics. The precise focus of the research will be determined through dialogue between the candidate and
supervising staff, and will fall within the scope of the approved research clusters of the School of IT.
Students will develop a thorough understanding of relevant methodological approaches, and develop competence in
the application of qualitative and quantitative research methods through participation in research projects under
supervision of experienced staff members. The development of research competence has prime priority in the context
of this programme. Students are required to design, undertake and report on research where Informatics is the
research focus and apply techniques and/or deal with a specific application problem connected with the field of
interest.
Applicants who hold qualifications from recognised institutions at NQF level 8, or equivalent, in disciplines related to
Informatics may be considered for admission to this programme. Applicants need to provide evidence of having
conducted supervised research and may be required to make-up specific deficiencies in coursework at the discretion
of the Postgraduate Studies Committee. In addition, applicants may be required to attend a pre-selection interview
and/or test at the discretion of the department.
Applicants from other institutions must submit detailed information on all courses in their previous qualifications, as
well as contact details of three referees. The latter also applies to applicants who have been working in the field
subsequent to obtaining their previous qualifications.
defense and approval of the research proposal. Students are required to present work-in-progress every every six
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The structured/taught Master of Information Technology (MIT) programme will be phased out systematically until
2016 with no disruption to existing students learning progression. The last intake for the MIT (09MIFT) was in 2013.
The Master of Informatics will take effect from January 2014.
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DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN INFORMATICS

(with specialisation in Web Informatics and Business Informatics)
NQF Level: 10
NQF Credits: 360
10PDIN
NQF Registration ID: Q0507
Description
The Polytechnic of Namibia is in the process of transforming into the Namibia University of Science and Technology.
Congruent with its new mandate, the institution intends to increase its suite of postgraduate programmes and
contribute to knowledge creation through research and scientific investigation, with an emphasis on applied research.
The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) will be a prominent feature on the institutions research agenda in future.
The PhD in Informatics was conceptualised against the back-drop of the above imperatives in order to train scientific
researchers in various fields of study related to Informatics (e.g. Business Informatics and Web Informatics). Students
will develop a thorough understanding of relevant methodological approaches, and develop competence in the
application of qualitative, design, mixed-mode and quantitative research methodologies through participation in
research projects under supervision of experienced staff members. The precise focus of the research will be
determined through dialogue between the candidate and supervising staff, and will fall within the scope of the
approved research clusters of the School of IT.
The development of research competence has prime priority in the context of this PhD programme. Students are
required to investigate, design, and conduct independent research, where Informatics is the research focus, apply
advanced methods and techniques and/or deal with a sophisticated application problem connected with the topic of
interest. The research output, in the form of a thesis, must contribute meaningfully and substantially to the existing
body of knowledge in the field/area of specialisation through comprehension, application, analysis, synthesis and
evaluation of existing knowledge.
Applicants who hold qualifications from recognised institutions at NQF level 9, or equivalent, in Informatics or related
cognate areas, may be considered for admission to this programme. Applicants need to provide evidence of having
conducted supervised research at this level. In addition, applicants may be required to attend a pre-selection
interview at the discretion of the department. The final selection and admission of candidates will be approved by the
Postgraduate Studies Committee.
The PhD in Informatics is a terminal qualification hence articulation arrangements are not applicable.
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Any other special arrangements on assessments will be done in accordance with the Polytechnics rules and
procedures for postgraduate, namely PhD studies.
Quality Assurance Arrangements
The final assessment of the thesis will be done by qualified academics and practitioners with Doctoral Degrees. The
examiners must be knowledgeable and respected individuals in the field with experience in assessment of
postgraduate scientific reports or theses, and will be appointed by Senate upon recommendation of the Postgraduate
Studies Committee.
This is a new programme and transition arrangements are, therefore, not applicable.
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SCHOOL OF COMPUTING AND INFORMATICS

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SCHOOL OF COMPUTING AND INFORMATICS

DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE

Deputy Head of Department

Deputy Head of Department

DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCES

DIPLOMA IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (Phased out from 2014)

NQF Credits: 142

English for Academic Purposes

Computer User Skills

BACHELOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY: SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATION AND NETWORKS (Phasing out

Internetworking and WAN

Electives (Choose 2 tracks) (see section on electives)

Introduction to Programming (Sem 2)

Operating Systems and Networks

Object Oriented Programming

BACHELOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY: SOFTWARE ENGINEERING

NQF Credits: 392

NQF Qualification ID: Q0167

Visual Application Development

Object Oriented Technology

VAD110S and HID410S

Object Oriented Programming

Database Application Development

Project Management, ObjectOriented Programming &

*This Elective is only offered in semester 5.

BACHELOR OF COMPUTER SCIENCE (SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATION, COMMUNICATION NETWORKS, SOFTWARE

Object Oriented Programming

Introduction to Operating Systems

English for Academic Purposes

Data Structures and Algorithms

Applied Statistics & Probability for IT

COMMUNICATION NETWORKS STRAND

Introduction to Operating Systems and

Introduction to Operating Systems and

SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT STRAND

Distributed Systems Programming

Introduction to Operating Systems and

CYBER SECURITY STRAND

Introduction to Operating Systems and

Data and Web Mining

CYBER SECURITY STRAND

Digital Forensics 1 Forensics Computing

Work Integrated Learning (WIL)

IT Systems Security; and Introduction to

All semester 4 courses; and a maximum of

SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT STRAND

Bachelor of Computer Science

Computer User Skills

English for Academic Purposes

English for Academic Purposes

Computer Organisation and

FINAL Yearbook 2015 Part 4 Computing & Informatics

FINAL Yearbook 2015 Part 4 Computing & Informatics