Post Graduate Diploma in Information Technology (PGDIT)

Overview


Post Graduate Diploma in Information Technology (abbreviated as PGDIT) is a one-year program for graduates in any discipline on the principles and practices of Information Technology. The program will be conducted by the Institute of Information Technology (IIT) of Jahangirnagar University (JU). The PGDIT program is offered mainly to the graduates who are willing to work in ICT domain or the graduates whose current or future career could be accelerated through advanced knowledge in ICT. Most of the classes of the program will be running on Fridays/ Saturdays.

Vision


PGDIT strives to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and character needed to excel in ICT fields and contribute to the nation's development.

Mission


PGDIT of IIT-JU is to create:

  • Splendid students by enhancing knowledge and competitiveness through excellent education, hands-on experience
  • State-of-the-art facility provided to enhance ICT domain knowledge with industry collaboration.

Program Objectives


The program objectives of IIT-JU are as follows:

  1. Practice and grow towards ICT professionals.
  2. Possess sufficient theoretical and practical knowledge of ICT which is sufficient to earn a living and contribute to economic development.
  3. Work in a team, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.
  4. Apply the ethical and social aspects of modern computing and technology to the design, development, and usage of computing artefacts.
  5. Be prepared for advanced post-graduate studies in ICT.
  6. Stimulate self-confidence through the knowledge and application of technology.
  7. Recognize ethical and professional responsibilities and solve the engineering problem in social and global contexts.

Program Structure and Duration

The PGDIT program is a one-year program consisting of three trimesters; each has duration of four months. Each trimester will be segmented into Class Weeks, Preparatory Leave and Semester-end Examination. The total time distribution for completing a semester will be as follows:

Segment Length
Class Weeks 12 Weeks
Preparatory Leave (before semester-end examination) 01 Weeks
Semester Final Examination 02 Weeks
Result Publication 01 Weeks
Semester Break 01 Weeks
Total 17 Weeks

Course Structure

Duration of Program One academic year consisting of three trimesters
Duration of each Semester Four months
Total Credit Hour 36 (regular)
Credit in each Course 3.0
Course Structure Trimester Theory Courses Project Work Total Credit
Trimester I 04 - 4 × 3 = 12
Trimester II 04 - 4 × 3 = 12
Trimester III 02 6 Credits (3×2) + 6 = 12
Total = 36

Minimum Admission Requirement

  • Bachelor Degree (any discipline)
  • Applicants having at least a CGPA of 2.5 on a scale of 4 or 2nd class

Highlights of the Program

  • Golden opportunity for non-IT graduates to enter the IT/ICT field.
  • All classes of PGDIT will be held on Friday/Saturday.
  • Transportation facilities available for off-campus students.
  • Lab Based Classess in the modern computer Lab.
  • Completion of Diploma in the shortest time with minimum cost.
  • The quota for PGDIT graduate for the admission to PMIT Program of JU.

Summery

Duration

1 Year

Credit

36 Credit

Cost (PGDIT)

75,000 Tk

Academic Year & Semesters

Spring January-April
Summer May-August
Fall September-December

Theory Courses

Course Code Course Title Theory lab Total Credits
PGDIT-101 Introduction to IT and Programming 2.00 1.00 3.00
PGDIT-102 Computer Programming Environment 2.00 1.00 3.00
PGDIT-103 Data Structures and Algorithms 2.00 1.00 3.00
PGDIT-104 Database Management System 2.00 1.00 3.00
PGDIT-105 Operating System Concepts 2.00 1.00 3.00
PGDIT-106 Object Oriented Programming 2.00 1.00 3.00
PGDIT-107 Network Design 2.00 1.00 3.00
PGDIT-108 Web Programming 2.00 1.00 3.00
PGDIT-109 Software Engineering 2.00 1.00 3.00
PGDIT-110 E-Commerce 2.00 1.00 3.00
PGDIT-111 Cloud Computing and its Application 2.00 1.00 3.00
PGDIT-112 Mobile Application 2.00 1.00 3.00
PGDIT-113 Wireless Communication Fundamentals 2.00 1.00 3.00
PGDIT-114 Artificial Intelligence and Neural Network 2.00 1.00 3.00
PGDIT-115 Network Security 2.00 1.00 3.00
PGDIT-116 Microcontroller & Embedded Systems 2.00 1.00 3.00
PGDIT-117 Cyber Security & Ethics 2.00 1.00 3.00
PGDIT-118 Health Informatics 2.00 1.00 3.00
PGDIT-119 Sensor and interfacing, rdino project 2.00 1.00 3.00
PGDIT-120 Dot Net Technology 2.00 1.00 3.00
PGDIT-121 Software Testing and Quality Assurance 2.00 1.00 3.00
PGDIT-122 Management Information System 2.00 1.00 3.00
PGDIT-123 Telecommunication Network Management 2.00 1.00 3.00
PGDIT-124 Project Management and Quality Assurance 2.00 1.00 3.00
PGDIT-125 Recent Trends in ICT 2.00 1.00 3.00
PGDIT-126 Projects 2.00 1.00 3.00

Fee Structure of the Program

Fee Structure At a glance

Description Total Cost (BDT)
Admission Fee 10,000.00
Seminar Library Fee*** 3,800.00
IIT Development Fees 10,500.00
Trimester Fee (Tk. 2500/trimester) 2,500 × 3 = 7,500.00
Course Fee (Tk. 1200/credit) 1,200 × 36 = 43,200.00
Total 75,000.00

Miscellaneous Fees

Description Total Cost (BDT)
Delay Fee (After 4 weeks in each respective semester) 3,000.00
Retake-Exam fee (per course) 5,000.00
Special-Exam fee (per course) 5,000.00

Fee Structure (Trimester wise)

First Trimester
1st Installment (At the time of Admission)
Admission Fee 10,000.00
1st Trimester Fee 2,500.00
IIT Development Fees 3,500.00
Course Fees Submission (Deadline. Before Final Exam)
1st Trimester Course Fee (Tk. 1200/credit × 12 credits) 14,400.00
Total 30,400.00
Second Trimester
2nd Installment (Within one week of Class Start)
IIT Development Fees 3,500.00
Seminar Library Fees 3,800.00
2nd Trimester Fee 2,500.00
Course Fees Submission (Deadline. Before Final Exam)
1st Trimester Course Fee (Tk. 1200/credit × 12 credits) 14,400.00
Total 24,200.00
Third Trimester (Regular Batch)
3rd Installment (Within one week of Class Start)
IIT Development Fees 3,500.00
3rd Trimester Fee 2,500.00
Course Fees Submission (Deadline. Before Final Exam)
3rd Trimester Course Fee (Tk. 1200/credit × 12 credits) 14,400.00
Total 20,400.00

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