Katholieke Hogeschool Kempen
Kleinhoefstraat 4, B - 2440 Geel
014 56 23 10
URL: http://www.khkempen.be/khk04/eng/opleidingen/bachelor/AppliedComputerScience.asp
Datum: 20 mei 2012
Kleinhoefstraat 4
2440 Geel
014 56 23 10
info@khk.be
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Applied Computer Science (Campus Geel)
Applied Computer Science
About Applied Computer Science
Let’s face it: information society is here to stay. At home as well as in companies we make use of increasingly powerful PCs and user-friendly software packages.
Along with the growing number of computer users, there is a rising demand for qualified computer experts, who can develop new applications and keep up the existing ones. Constantly growing networks in a client-server environment call for experts with a profound knowledge of network systems and operating systems of personal computers, mini and mainframes. More and more often computer experts have to provide training and support for users. These experts need sound language and communication skills, and they are expected to start functioning in companies as soon as they have been recruited. Therefore a company- oriented training with ample attention for everyday practice is absolutely essential.
To put theory into practice, the campus has a number of Windows 2000 and 2003 servers, a LINUX server, and an IT lab with 350 PCs, which can be found in different rooms and which are linked by an ultra-fast glass fibre network. Students cannot only use these in classes, they can also book one for free to use in their leisure time. Internet access is freely available.
Applied Computer Science
Course content
In the first year of the training the emphasis is on acquiring a basic knowledge. You will learn to draw up well-structured and easy-to-maintain programmes based on a third-generation language. On PC level you will learn to master basic software packages. From the start we also pay special attention to economic background and language training.
During the second year, programming is still important, but it will also be complemented by systems analysis. You will become familiar with the consecutive steps and techniques of structured methods of analysis. You will learn to develop a complete application in a team, from the initial description of the problem to the technical design of the programme itself. You will learn the art of structuring data, and of designing and managing data banks. Of course you will also become an expert at the most important PC packages.
In the third year we prepare you for the latest developments in the world of computer science. Object-oriented analysis and programming, and fourth-generation tools are on the menu, next to data communication and network management. You will continue to perfect your knowledge of PC software, with special emphasis on integrating various applications.
Work placement
A three-months’ work placement will offer an excellent opportunity to gain experience and prove that you can indeed put the acquired knowledge into practice.
Job opportunities
Once you have graduated in Applied Computer Science, you have ample opportunities to find a job in SMEs as well as in large companies, in the industry as well as in banks and software houses.
Our graduates easily find employment as programmers, analyst programmers and systems analysts. Their most important tasks are software development, especially programming, and software maintenance. Installing networks takes up an important place too. In view of the fast evolution in the world of computers, graduates are called upon more and more often to support end-users.