PROGRAMME SPECIFICATIONS
The Bachelor of Computer Science (Computer Networks & Security) with Honours is offered on a full-time basis. The full-time programme is offered only at the UTM Main Campus in Johor Bahru and is based on a 2-Semester per academic session.
The duration of study for the full-time programme is subjected to the student’s entry qualifications and lasts between four (4) years to a maximum of six (6) years. Generally, students are expected to undertake courses equivalent to between twelve (12) to eighteen (18) credit hours per semester. Assessment is based on coursework and final examinations given throughout the semester.
Entry Requirements
The minimum qualifications for candidates who intend to do a Bachelor of Computer Science (Software Engineering) are as follows:
- Passed and obtained good results in the Malaysian Certificate Examination (SPM) or its equivalent.
- Passed Bahasa Melayu/Bahasa Malaysia with credit in the SPM/equivalent.
- Passed the Malaysian High School Certificate (STPM) or its equivalent and obtained the following: i. Grade C (NGMP 2.00) General paper, and ii. Grade C (NGMP 2.00) in TWO (2) other subjects
- Passed the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) with minimum result of Band 1.
- Passed with a minimum Grade B- (NGMP 2.67) in TWO (2) of the following subjects: i. Mathematics AND ii. Physics/ Engineering Physics / Biology/ Chemistry / Engineering Chemistry / Computer Science / Computer Engineering
- Passed with credits in Mathematics in the SPM/ equivalent examination.
- Obtained a Diploma in Computer Science from UTM/equivalent with a minimum CPA of 3.00; or for candidates with a CPA below 3.00 but have a minimum of two or more years of working experience in the related area of study will be eligible to apply for a place to study at the university.
- Obtained a credit pass in Mathematics in their SPM/equivalent examination or a minimum grade B- in any of the Mathematics Courses taken at the diploma level.
- Candidates are required to submit the results transcript of all their examinations taken during their Diploma study (semester one until the final semester) to UTM. A copy of the diploma or a letter of completion of study will also have to be submitted together with their applications.
- Passed the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) with minimum result of Band 1.
- Passed with a minimum Grade B- (NGMP 2.67) in TWO (2) of the following subjects: i. Mathematics AND ii. Physics/ Engineering Physics / Biology/ Chemistry / Engineering Chemistry / Computer Science / Computer Engineering
- Passed with credits in Mathematics in the SPM/ equivalent examination.
Note:-
* Year of entry and duration of study will be based on the credit exemptions and credit transfer awarded by the university
To graduate, students must
- Achieve a total of 127 credit hours with minimum CPA of 2.0
- Pass industrial training (equivalent to 12 credit hours), which 4 credits will be graded and 8 credits as HW (Compulsory Attendance) status.
- Complete Computer Networks & Security Final Year Projects
- Pass 5 Professional Skills Certificate (PSC).
Further Information
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Career Prospect
Graduate of the programme can work as a Analyst/Programmer, Software Engineer, System Analyst, System Developer, Software Tester, Software Architect Engineer, Web Developer, Assistant Project Manager, Academician and Researcher.
Alternatively, the graduate of the programme can also enrol to any of the postgraduate programmes offered in UTM and worldwide by any mode either research or mixed-mode or taught course.
COURSE MENU
YEAR 1
| YEAR 1: SEMESTER 1 | |||
Code | Courses | Credit | Pre-requisite |
| SECI1013 | Discrete Structure | 3 | |
| SECJ1013 | Programming Technique I | 3 | |
| SECR1013 | Digital Logic | 3 | |
| SECP1513 | Technology & Information System | 3 | |
| ULRS1032 | Integrity and Anti – Corruption Course | 2 | |
| TOTAL CREDIT | 14 | ||
CUMULATIVE CREDITS | 14 | ||
| YEAR 1: SEMESTER 2 | |||
Code | Courses | Credit | Pre-requisite |
| SECI1113 | Computational Mathematics | 3 | |
| SECl1143 | Probability & Statistical Data Analysis | 3 | |
| SECJ1023 | Programming Technique II | 3 | SECJ1013 |
| SECR1033 | Computer Organisation and Architecture | 3 | SECR1013 |
| SECD2613 | System Analysis and Design | 3 | |
| Malaysian Students | |||
| UHMS1182 | Appreciation of Ethics and Civilizations | 2 | |
| International Students | |||
| UHLM1012 | Malaysia Language for Communication | 2 | |
| TOTAL CREDIT | 17 | ||
CUMULATIVE CREDITS | 34 | ||
YEAR 2
| YEAR 2: SEMESTER 1 | |||
Code | Courses | Credit | Pre-requisite |
| SECD2523 | Database | 3 | |
| SECV2113 | Human Computer Interaction | 3 | |
| SECJ2013 | Data Structure and Algorithm | 3 | SECJ1023 |
| SECR2213 | Network Communications | 3 | |
| SECJ2203 | Software Engineering | 3 | |
| ULRS2xx2 | Service-Learning and Community Engagement Courses | 2 | |
| TOTAL CREDIT | 17 | ||
CUMULATIVE CREDITS | 51 | ||
| YEAR 2: SEMESTER 2 | |||
Code | Courses | Credit | Pre-requisite |
| SECV1223 | Web Programming | 3 | SECD2523 |
| SECR2043 | Operating Systems | 3 | |
| SECJ2154 | Object Oriented Programming | 4 | SECJ1023 |
| SECR2242 SECD2523 SECV2223 SECR3413 | Computer Networks (CCNA2) | 2 | SECR1213 |
| SECR2941 | Computer Networks Lab | 1 | SECR1213 |
| SECD3761 | Technopreneurship Seminar | 1 | |
| UHIS1012 | Philosophy and Current Issues | 2 | |
| UHLB2122 | Academic Communication Skills | 2 | UHLB1112 |
| TOTAL CREDIT | 18 | ||
CUMULATIVE CREDITS | 66 | ||
YEAR 3
| YEAR 3: SEMESTER 1 | |||
Code | Courses | Credit | Pre-requisite |
| SECJ3553 | Artificial Intelligence | 3 | SECJ2013 |
| SECJ3104 | Applications Development | 4 | SECJ2203, SECD2523, SECV2223, SECJ2154 |
| SECR3242 | Internetworking Technology (CCNA3 & 4) | 2 | SECR2242 |
| SECR3941 | Internetworking Technology Lab | 1 | SECR2941 |
| SECR3443 | Introduction to Cryptography | 3 | SECR3413 |
| UHLB3132 | Professional Communication Skills 2 | 2 | UHLB2122 |
| UHLx1112 | Foreign Language Elective | 2 | |
| TOTAL CREDIT | 17 | ||
CUMULATIVE CREDITS | 83 | ||
| YEAR 3: SEMESTER 2 | |||
Code | Courses | Credit | Pre-requisite |
| SECR3032 | Computer Network & Security Project I | 2 | SECR3104 |
| SECJ3203 | Theory of Computer Science | 3 | SECI1013 |
| SECR3413 | Computer Security | 3 | SECR2043 |
| SECR3223 | High Performance & Parallel Computing | 3 | SECJ1023 |
| SECRxxx3 | SECR Elective 1 | 3 | |
| SECx5xx3 | PRISMS Elective 1 | ||
| ULRS3032 | Entrepreneurship and Innovation | 2 | |
| UXXX2xx3 | Free Elective Course* | 3 | |
| TOTAL CREDIT | 19 | ||
CUMULATIVE CREDITS | 102 | ||
| * Student must take any elective course offered by other school/faculty. | |||
YEAR 4
| YEAR 4: SEMESTER 1 | |||
Code | Courses | Credit | Pre-requisite |
| SECR4114 | Industrial Training Report | 4 | 92 credits CGPA >= 2.0 |
| SECR4118 | Industrial Training (HW) | 8 | |
| TOTAL CREDIT | 12 | ||
CUMULATIVE CREDITS | 114 | ||
| YEAR 4: SEMESTER 2 | |||
Code | Courses | Credit | Pre-requisite |
| SECR4134 | Computer Network & Security Project II | 4 | SECR3032 |
| SECRxxx3 | SECR Elective 2 | 3 | |
| SECx5xx3 | PRISMS Elective 2 | ||
| SECRxxx3 | SECR Elective 3 | 3 | |
| SECx5xx3 | PRISMS Elective 3 | ||
| SECRxxx3 | SECR Elective 4 | 3 | |
| SECx5xx3 | PRISMS Elective 4 | ||
| TOTAL CREDIT | 13 | ||
CUMULATIVE CREDITS | 127 | ||
| SECRH Elective Courses (CHOOSE 4) | |||
Code | Courses | Credit | Pre-requisite |
| SECR3253 | Network Programming | 3 | SECJ1013 |
| SECR3263 | Wireless Sensor Network | 3 | SECR2242 |
| SECR4453 | Network Security | 3 | SECR2242 |
| SECR4483 | Secure Programming | 3 | SECR3443 |
| SECR4483 | Secure Programming | 3 | |
PRISMS ELECTIVE COURSES
For students who intend to enroll in PRISMS, refer to the PRISMS Section for a list of related elective courses associated with the Postgraduate Programme. The PRISMS
UTM PROFESSIONAL SKILLS CERTIFICATE (PSC)
The Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) plays an important role in the development of human capital in Malaysia. One of the initiatives taken is to conduct students’ employability programme with the aim to give students a value-added degree and enhance employment marketability among graduates. The folowing are among the programmes offered:
Internship
Apprenticeship
Entrepreneurship
