Computer Networks and Data Communications

1.1. Introduction

Computer Networks and Data Communications program provides the infrastructure for other majors to operate and develop. With the rapid development of network technology and the Internet in the 4.0 technological revolution era, network applications and services have gradually changed in all areas of our life. This stimulates the demand for human resources in the Computer Networks and Data Communications industry at the present time as well as the latter. It is essential and plays a very important role in all agencies, organizations, and enterprises.

The program of regular training of engineers in the field of Computer Networks and Communication is designed to provide students with the basic knowledge in the field of professional knowledge of the professionally trained and qualified. To acquire modern scientific and technological achievements so that they can further their own research and broaden their knowledge to meet the development demands of society.

1.2. Training objectives

• Knowledge

- Graduates are equipped with systematic and modern knowledge, suitable for advanced training programs in the world.

- Comprehensive knowledge of mathematics, natural sciences, social sciences and humanities, foreign languages.

- Knowledge of specialized platforms such as computer network, communication technology, network security, network management, wireless network, network analysis and design, network programming, mobile communication, multilateral communication parallel computing, distributed programming, ...

- Students after graduation will meet the requirements of the recruiter without having to spend time training again.

• Abilities

Graduates have:

- Ability to apply background and specialized knowledge to analyze, design, deploy, install and administer network systems/services and data communications;

- Good logical thinking, creative ability to solve specific problems, self-learning ability to acquire new knowledge, technology and skills in developing network systems/services and data communication;

- Ability to work with positions such as network management, system administration, network security management and supervision, security experts, network security, software development engineers in the service providers. network and communications, leading software development companies and systems in the country and abroad. Especially suitable for positions in highly demanding areas, modern and innovative technology.

- Ability to work in various positions in state agencies, leading IT development and application organizations in the country.

- Students are equipped with background knowledge and some specialized subjects in the field, so there are many advantages in studying for master's and doctoral degree in Computer Networks and Data Communications, and can become researchers, lecturers of universities and colleges.

• Attitude:

- Have good political qualities

- Having a sense of discipline, having scientific and serious working style and having professional ethics on information protection and copyright.

- Have the spirit of teamwork, regular discipline and ability to communicate.

• Foreign language skills: IELTS 5.0 or the international certificate that recognized equivalent by Ton Duc Thang University.

The Expected Learning Outcomes (ELOs) is the starting point of the curriculum design process and is built according to a rigorous, scientific process in which it reflects the vision and mission of the university and faculties and is suitable to the course objectives and meets the needs of stakeholders.

The ELOs will be concretized according to the principle of "directional compatibility" in step-by-step subjects to help learners gain professional qualifications & skills in knowledge, skills, attitudes and professional responsibilities after completing the training program. The content of the program also enhances group work activities, training habits of active self-studies and creative thinking for students to be proactive and ready for development opportunities.

The ELOs are committed by the University to students, society and published on the Website.

>> ELOs 2015, ELOs 2018

The curriculum is a system of theoretical and practical knowledge that is designed synchronously with the method of teaching, learning and evaluating learning outcomes to ensure learners accumulate knowledge, gain the necessary competencies according to the published expected learning outcomes corresponding to the university level. The curriculum of Ton Duc Thang University is built in a way that is compatible with the program of the world's TOP 100 universities according to the rankings of QS and THE but is adjusted to suit the conditions and realty in Vietnam and the training target of Ton Duc Thang University.

Periodically, the university reviews and evaluates the curriculum to ensure that the students meet the requirements of society in terms of professionalism after graduation as well as update the changes in technology and new business methods, etc. This process has the full participation of key stakeholders including scientists, employers, alumni, students, and lecturers. The TOP 100 program has been delivered by the university since 2015 to train human resources to meet the labor market and global integration trend, to help students to be more active and self-study, to approach the latest training approaches in the world.

The curriculums are published to students through student portal and on the website.

>> curriculum before 2015, curriculum 2015, curriculum 2018