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National Diploma Courses

Aflon Digital Institute offers 3 Professional Diploma courses:

SIT 301 - Computer Software Engineering Technology

Software developers are responsible for designing, developing, testing and implementing software to improve the efficiency and productivity of businesses. A qualified software engineer could end up working on anything from games development to business software to the software that comes with virtually all electrical and electronic appliances. The work of software engineers would involve translating client’s requirements into technical specifications, writing programmes or adapting existing software, and thoroughly testing new systems.

The Nigerian situation is a perfect illustration of how the acquisition of computer hardware is not equivalent to operational computerization. The offices of most Federal Agencies and Corporate institutions are replete with computer hardware, often of the most expensive kind, and usually neatly tucked away as part of the furniture entitlements of the top-most officers.

Thus, despite the massive acquisitions of hardware by the government, its usage has not significantly advanced beyond the use of off-the-shelve packages, principally word processing operations. We in essence have computers, while not being computerized. Until we develop the ability to develop TAILOR-MADE applications for solving specific problems we are unlikely to go far.

Just two illustrative examples will suffice. Consider that we have so many schools, but all educational transactions that require a School Management Software are still done with pencil and paper. There are general hospitals all over, yet we don’t have a Hospital Management Software. The need is so obvious, yet those with the necessary skills and expertise are lacking.
The National Innovation Diploma programme is designed to produce skilled software technicians who should be able to solve a wide range of problems by the systematic development and evaluation of large, high quality software systems. Graduates under this programme should be able to:

  • Develop and maintain software
  • Detect technical faults in a Computer installation
  • Design and test software to optimise its production and support
  • Design and run efficient programmes in a wide spectrum of fields, and in various languages
  • Install a computer system
  • Produce large, high quality software systems
  • Advise on the installation of Computer facilities
  • Carry out routine (preventive) maintenance of Computer facilities
  • Work with a team on a project
  • Become an employer of labour in a self-owned enterprise.

Course Duration

The structure of the programme is made up of four semesters of classroom, laboratory, workshop and practical activities in the institution – and a period at least 3 months of supervised industrial attachment. Each semester shall have 17 weeks duration made up as follows:

  • 15 contact weeks of learning and practical applications
  • 2 weeks for examinations and registration.

Course Content

Semester 01

  • Computers Systems
  • Introduction to Programming
  • Basic Digital Systems
  • Internet and World Wide Web
  • Computer Application Packages
  • File Organization and Management
  • Logic and Linear Algebra
  • Introduction to Statistics
  • English Language and Communication I

Semester 02

  • Programming Concepts
  • Computer Programming using VB.NET
  • System Programming Concept (C, C++)
  • Computer Application Packages II
  • Structured Query Language
  • Relational Data Base Management Systems (RDBMS)
  • Entrepreneurship Development

Semester 04

  • Scientific Programming Language using Object Oriented JAVA
  • Management Information System
  • Structured Query Language II
  • Relational Data Base Management Systems (RDBMS) II
  • Software Project Management
  • Project

SDD 301 - Multimedia Technology

Multimedia and all its applicable Technology covers a range of sound, graphics and video formats that may be combined into a single multimedia presentation. Multimedia may be used in a range of applications from business presentations, advertising, entertainment, medicine (for 3D anatomical modeling and as a learning resource) and in education for self-paced and remote learning.

The goal of the Multimedia Technology Course to train both novice and experienced designers, giving them the professional skills and techniques they need for successful careers in digital arts, print design, audio-video and web design. The Multimedia Technology Diploma Course therefore has 4 specialization options:

  • Print Design and Publishing
  • Web Graphic and Multimedia Design
  • Web Programming
  • Digital Audio and Video Design

The web design course is for instance based on the International Webmasters Association—The HTML Writers Guild (IWA-HWG) Web Study certifications which indicate that an individual has successfully completed a series of courses in a Web development.

Overall, the programme is designed to equip the students with creative and designing skills which would give them an opportunity to move in the various fields of digital media. In addition, students will develop and produce impressive motion graphics for possible inclusion in a final portfolio with articulated written plans, which would lead to their own unique portfolio.

Course Duration

The structure of the National Innovation Diploma in Multimedia Technology consists of four semesters of mainly laboratory activities. Each semester shall consist of 15 weeks which would involve teaching, practical exercises, quizzes, tests, etc and 2 weeks for examinations.

Course Content

Semester 01

  • Use of English
  • Mathematics
  • Introduction to Business
  • Art History
  • Introduction to Computer
  • Multimedia Foundation Concepts
  • Digital Print and Publishing

Semester 02

  • Use of English II
  • Introduction to Entrepreneurship
  • Art History II
  • Critical Thinking
  • Multimedia Techniques
  • Introduction to Web Design and Authoring
  • Multimedia Management and Policy
  • Principles of Programming

Semester 03

  • Industrial Attachment

Semester 04

  • Multimedia Management and Policy II
  • Multimedia Programming
  • Digital Film Animation
  • Small Business Management
  • Project

Programme Outcome

Career opportunities for graduates of this programme include the following:

  • Multimedia Developer/Specialist/Technician
  • Instructional Design Technician
  • Computer Graphics Artist
  • 3D Computer Animator
  • Multimedia Illustrator
  • Desktop Media Publisher
  • Interface Designer
  • Motion Graphics Specialist
  • Digital Video Editor
  • Animator
  • Script Integrator
  • Digital Journalist
  • Presentation Artist
  • Audio - Visual operator/technician

SDE 301 - Computer Hardware Engineering Technology

Almost every business uses IT and most if not all will employ qualified persons to look after their systems and keep them running smoothly. Such responsibility is really varied and absolutely essential to keeping computer systems in good working order and efficiently. It could be having responsibility for maintaining programs and testing for faults and viruses, starting up and closing down computer systems, and scheduling and loading programs and data.

A product of National Innovation Diploma programme in Computer Hardware Engineering Technology should be able to:

  • Operate and maintain Basic Operating Systems (DOS & Windows)
  • Understand the computer environment and acquire the skills needed to identify and optimize memory and computer configuration
  • Start and manage computer-based businesses
  • Carry out routine (preventive) maintenance of Computer systems
  • Be able to assemble and install micro computers
  • Partition and format disks and load files
  • Install window NT\200x in a multi-boot configuration
  • Partition and format disks and load files
  • Install and uninstall software
  • Detect technical faults in a Micro Computer
  • Setup and troubleshoot basic Network in LAN

Programme Duration

Four semesters of two years full-Time.
Six semesters of three years- Part-Time
8 hours per day or 40 hours per week
18 weeks per semester(one week for registration and one for examination)

Course Content

Semester 01

  • Basis of Communication
  • Logic and Linear Algebra
  • Basic Electricity
  • Operating Systems
  • Computer Workshop and Practice I
  • Basic Electronics

Semester 02

  • Communication Skills II
  • Calculus
  • Basic Electricity
  • Introduction To Entrepreneurship
  • Digital Electronics
  • System Architecture I
  • Introduction to Micro Computer and Application Packages

Semester 03

  • PC Assembling and Upgrading
  • System Architecture II
  • Computer workshop practice II
  • Basic Networking II

Semester 04

  • Consumer Electronics
  • Troubleshooting and Repairs
  • Software Installation and Upgrading
  • Practice of Entrepreneurship
  • Project

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