## Bachelor of Science Honours in Information Technology (Security and Network Engineering) Code: 120723 • NQF 8 • 120 credits (≈ 1200 hours) Start Application [Compare](https://rplonline.co.za/programmes/compare/?q1=96) ##### Modules - Research Project – 40 credits(≈ 400 hours)Code: Conduct research on a relevant topic in IT.This module addresses the synergy between Quantitative and Qualitative approaches to form a single research project. It will allow learners to comprehend the research design through to data analysis and research reporting. At the end of the module the learner should submit a research project in the form of a mini dissertation. - Security of Systems and Networks – 40 credits(≈ 400 hours)Code: Demonstrate advanced theoretical knowledge and practical skills required to perform effectively in a career in the field of Information Technology.The module extensively covers the foundational aspects of service-oriented computing and service-oriented architecture (SOA), emphasising design principles such as service contracts, coupling, abstraction, reusability, autonomy, statelessness, discoverability, and composability. Additionally, it conducts a comparative analysis of service-orientation and object-orientation, incorporating practical supporting practices and aligning service-orientation principles with strategic goals. Furthermore, the module explores the fundamentals of microservices architectures, focusing on their principles, value proposition, and practical aspects of design and implementation, guiding students through the microservices mindset and facilitating the creation of cohesive, modularized, and systematized microservice architectures. - Service-oriented and Microservices Architectures – 40 credits(≈ 400 hours)Code: Demonstrate an appropriate knowledge base as preparation for further learning.The module extensively covers the foundational aspects of service-oriented computing and service-oriented architecture (SOA), emphasising design principles such as service contracts, coupling, abstraction, reusability, autonomy, statelessness, discoverability, and composability. Additionally, it conducts a comparative analysis of service-orientation and object-orientation, incorporating practical supporting practices and aligning service-orientation principles with strategic goals. Furthermore, the module explores the fundamentals of microservices architectures, focusing on their principles, value proposition, and practical aspects of design and implementation, guiding students through the microservices mindset and facilitating the creation of cohesive, modularized, and systematized microservice architectures. ##### Learning Outcomes (42) Linked to modules: 42 of 42 - 1.10 Develop a Service infrastructure and monitor Applications. - 1.11 Demonstrate knowledge of web service protocols. - 1.13 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the use of Decision Support Systems in an organisation and how those systems can help an organisation gain a strategic advantage. - 1.14 Demonstrate understanding of the differences in database design for a Data Warehouse. - 1.15 Demonstrate understanding of the principles involved in soft skills and be able to implement them successfully. - 1.16 Distinguish between the different types of soft skills and how each of those soft skills can be applied in an organisation or corporate environment - 1.1 Demonstrate understanding of the principles involved in project management methodologies. - 1.2 Distinguish between the different project management methodologies and how each of those methodologies can be applied in an organisation or corporate environment. - 1.3 Demonstrate understanding of project management methodologies and how the methodologies differ from each other. - 1.4 Demonstrate understanding of platform components. - 1.5 Demonstrate understanding and use of current relevant Application Programming Interface (API) documentation, making use of relevant application software. - 1.6 Demonstrate knowledge of Small Mobile Device Technologies and Consumer Embedded Device Technologies. - 1.7 Demonstrate knowledge of the Fundamentals of Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) and apply Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) principles to present platform components and environment. - 1.8 Demonstrate understanding of the Consumer environment and of Middleware. - 1.9 Integrate the assembly environment and demonstrate knowledge of Asset management. - 2.10 Develop a Service infrastructure and monitor Applications. - 2.11 Demonstrate knowledge of web service protocols. - 2.13 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the use of Decision Support Systems in an organisation and how those systems can help an organisation gain a strategic advantage. - 2.14 Demonstrate understanding of the differences in database design for a Data Warehouse. - 2.15 Demonstrate understanding of the principles involved in soft skills and be able to implement them successfully. - 2.16 Distinguish between the different types of soft skills and how each of those soft skills can be applied in an organisation or corporate environment - 2.1 Demonstrate understanding of the principles involved in project management methodologies. - 2.2 Distinguish between the different project management methodologies and how each of those methodologies can be applied in an organisation or corporate environment. - 2.3 Demonstrate understanding of project management methodologies and how the methodologies differ from each other. - 2.4 Demonstrate understanding of platform components. - 2.5 Demonstrate understanding and use of current relevant Application Programming Interface (API) documentation, making use of relevant application software. - 2.6 Demonstrate knowledge of Small Mobile Device Technologies and Consumer Embedded Device Technologies. - 2.7 Demonstrate knowledge of the Fundamentals of Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) and apply Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) principles to present platform components and environment. - 2.8 Demonstrate understanding of the Consumer environment and of Middleware. - 2.9 Integrate the assembly environment and demonstrate knowledge of Asset management. - 3.1 Demonstrate understanding of the research process in practice and differentiate between qualitative and quantitative research approaches. - 3.1. Demonstrate understanding of the research process in practice and differentiate between qualitative and quantitative research approaches. - 3.2 Search electronic databases for information and construct an own research question, and through analysis of the problem and the evaluation of previous research construct a feasible research proposal. - 3.2. Search electronic databases for information and construct an own research question, and through analysis of the problem and the evaluation of previous research construct a feasible research proposal. - 3.3 Write a literature review according to academic writing criteria and demonstrate understanding of ethics in business research. - 3.3. Write a literature review according to academic writing criteria and demonstrate understanding of ethics in business research. - 3.4 Explain the use of various data collection methods, develop a sample plan, construct an own questionnaire, demonstrate understanding of different levels of measurement and scales and analyse data statistically. - 3.4. Explain the use of various data collection methods, develop a sample plan, construct an own questionnaire, demonstrate understanding of different levels of measurement and scales and analyse data statistically. - 3.5 Write up and present research outcomes - 3.5. Write up and present research outcomes - 3. Conduct research on a relevant topic in IT. - nan Start Application [Get a Quote](https://rplonline.co.za/quote/?qualification=96) [Compare](https://rplonline.co.za/programmes/compare/?q1=96) [Back to programmes](https://rplonline.co.za/programmes/)