WITH people of all walks of life demonstrating a growing interest in technology, the University of Guyana is rolling out three new certifications and two upgraded courses under the Department of Computer Science.Speaking to members of the media on Friday at the Department’s annual computer science exhibition, Head of the Department, Len Singh, said, “Our department is appreciative of the requirements that industries expect of our graduates. In this regard we are moving towards implementing new programmes and courses that will address the need of our local and global industrial partners. We hope to achieve this without compromising the dreams of developing into true computer scientists.”

These programmes, he noted, will include an upgraded existing diploma in computer science to an associate of science, as well as an upgraded bachelor of science in computer science.

Under the theme, “Optimising our tomorrow by shaping young minds of today”, Singh said the University intends to continuously boost the capacity of the department as time goes by.

As such, with the use of the exhibition, the Department of Computer Science is hoping to attract potential computer science students as well as show employers what the students are capable of doing.

Students, particularly final year students, showcased projects which they had completed as part of their research work and final-year project.
Being an annual event, the students are given a chance to exhibit their teachings and creations, not only to fellow students, but also to potential and aspiring students, as well as members of the private sector, given that almost every job requires persons to be computer literate.

Students’ projects ranged from the creation of a new SMS boosting system, a system that will decrease the number of accidents, along with a whole host of other fascinating things that would not just impress potential students but also the average person.

The University of Guyana Computer Science programme provides opportunities for students to master and apply the computer skills they will need in the future, when they are let into the world of work. The knowledge areas currently covered in the programmes include computer graphics, information systems, simulation, and modelling and software engineering.