Bachelor of Science in Information Technology: Robotics

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
Programme Type: Degree
SAQA ID: 120690
Faculty: Technology
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Programme details

The specialised nature of this degree prepares you for work in many areas in the Information Technology industry that are related to Robotics and Control Engineering.

Robotics is a branch of Information Technology that involves the conception, design, manufacture, and operation of robots. It primarily deals with the design, construction, operation, and use of robots, as well as computer systems for their control, sensory feedback, and information processing.

Students will be taught the mechanics, planning and control of robots.

They will also learn how to build and control autonomous robots using Python and Raspberry pi.

This qualification is channelled toward students that are ready to use the above technologies for the development of machines that can substitute for humans and replicate human actions.

You will also develop essential skills for the world of work, such as analytical and abstract thinking, effective decision-making, self-discipline, being innovative, adapting to change, working in teams and communicating effectively.

Entry Requirements Important

South African National Senior Certificate (NSC) with Bachelor’s degree pass.
Or National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4 issued by the Council of General and Further Education and Training with a Bachelor’s degree pass.
Or letter or certificate confirming an exemption from Universities South Africa (USAf) for any other school-leaving results.
Or completion of a Bachelor’s degree.
Or completion of the relevant Foundation Programme along with a letter or certificate of exemption from Universities South Africa (USAf).
Or completion of a relevant Higher Certificate.
Or completion of the relevant Eduvos Access Programme.

 

AND


50% or above for Grade 12 Mathematics.
Notes: A student with Mathematics Literacy (50% or more) or with Mathematics (less than 50%, but greater than or equal to 30%) is required to register for and complete Maths for Computing (ITMCA0) before attempting Mathematics 1A (ITMTA1).

Pricing

From R75 395 per year (based on full settlement payment option) - excluding hardware/software requirements. Please consult the fee structure for additional information.

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Graduates of a BSc IT (Robotics) program are prepared for a range of career opportunities in the field of robotics and automation, including roles such as:


Automation Engineer
Entrepreneur/Startup Founder
Industrial Automation Specialist, Mechatronics Engineer
IT Project Manager, IT Consultant 
Machine Learning Robotics Engineer 
Network Administrator
Robotics Engineer, Control Systems Engineer
Research Scientist in Robotics
Robotics Software Developer
Robotic Process Automation (RPA) Developer
Systems Analyst, Database Administrator
Technical Support Specialist, Cloud Computing Specialist

YearModules
Year 1

Students are introduced to the fundamental principles of BSc IT (Robotics). 


AI Ethics and Privacy
Cloud Based Technologies
Computer Network and Security*
Computer Network Technologies**
Computer Skills (Microsoft)
Introduction to Information Systems
Introduction to Programming
Linux-based Operating System
Mathematics 1A & 1B
Non-Technical Skills for IT Professionals
Procedural Programming

* Optional: A+ CompTIA Certification Voucher
** Optional: Network+ CompTIA Certification Voucher

Year 2

Students develop a high level of expertise and competence in the domain of BSc IT (Robotics).


Control Systems in Robotics
Database Systems
Data Structures and Algorithms in Python
Digital Electronics and Microcontrollers
IT Project Management
Machine Learning Algorithms
Math Fundamentals for Robotics
Network Security
Scientific Computing in Python
Web Server Management

Year 3

Students develop a high level of competence and specialised knowledge in the discipline of BSc IT (Robotics).


4IR Technologies
Business Management and Entrepreneurship
Machine Learning for Robotics Applications
Object Oriented Systems Analysis and Design
Operating Systems
Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) 
Programming
Project: Python Robotics 
Research Design and Methodology
Accredited by the Higher Education Quality Committee (HEQC) of the Council on Higher Education (CHE).

Registered with the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).

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International students are welcome to apply for this programme. For international student requirements please kindly check International Students Admissions.

Accepting applications from:

AngolaBahamasBahrainBangladeshBarbadosBelizeBotswanaBruneiBurundiCambodiaCameroonCanadaColombiaCyprusDR CongoDominicaEritreaEswatiniEthiopiaFijiGabonGambiaGhanaGrenadaGuyanaIndiaIrelandIsraelItalyJamaicaJordanKenyaKiribatiKuwaitLesothoLiberiaMalawiMalaysiaMaldivesMaltaMarshall IslandsMauritiusMicronesiaMozambiqueMyanmarNamibiaNauruNetherlandsNigeriaOmanPakistanPalauPapua New GuineaPhilippinesQatarRwandaSaint LuciaSamoaSeychellesSierra LeoneSingaporeSolomon IslandsSouth AfricaSouth SudanSri LankaSudanSwazilandTanzaniaTongaTrinidad and TobagoTuvaluUgandaUAEUnited KingdomUnited StatesVanuatuZambiaZimbabwe

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