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Informatics

Language of instruction

english, lithuanian

Qualification degree and (or) qualification to be awarded

Bachelor of Computing

Place of delivery

Kaunas, K. Donelaičio g. 73, LT-44249

Institution that has carried out assessment

Studijų kokybės vertinimo centras

Institution that has performed accreditation, accreditation term

Studijų kokybės vertinimo centras, 11/30/2023

Data provided or updated (date)

10/14/2021

Order on accreditation

SV6-40
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Summary of the Profile

General Description:
Objective(s) of a study programme:
To provide knowledge of informatics theory, computer hardware and software, to develop skills for solving various practical informatics tasks by effectively selecting or creating the necessary software, to develop skills to formulate tasks and design their solution systems, to work individually and in a group.

Learning outcomes:
Knowledge and its application:
A1 is able to explain the basics of mathematics, physics, other physical sciences, understands the connections between these sciences and computer science research and applications;
A2 is able to consistently explain the principles and features of existing computer hardware and software, the principles of computer networks, cloud computing, service-oriented architecture, protocols, frameworks and technologies, understands the security problems in these areas;
A3 is able to consistently explain the concepts and methods of data processing (including parallel and distributed data processing) and analysis, systems modeling and optimization, and artificial intelligence;
A4 is able to explain in detail the principles of algorithm design and analysis, programming paradigms, languages and technologies, typical stages of the software life cycle and methods of software development and maintenance;
A5 is able to consistently explain how the business, industrial, economic and social context affects information technology practices, defined by ethical standards and governed by legal requirements, including data protection and intellectual property rights;
A6 is able to consistently explain the comprehensive processes of digitization and computing, the development of the field of informatics and possible future directions in the field of informatics and related fields;
A7 is able to apply the knowledge of computer science study fields, creating safe and other requirements satisfying computer science solutions to solve relevant professional problems.
Research skills:
B1 is able to prepare the necessary data and information from various sources for the problem of informatics;
B2 is able to analyze the data, information and solutions required for the problem of informatics according to various criteria using effective methods;
B3 is able to create a system simulation model, identify essential processes and perform model validation and verification;
B4 is able to critically evaluate the data, information, results and developed solutions collected and obtained during the research with reasoned conclusions and recommendations.
Special skills:
C1 is able to apply software life cycle models, development and maintenance methods, development environments and tools in typical and emerging application development projects;
C2 is able to decompose and model real-world problems using formal informatics methods and assessing the complexity of the problem;
C3 is able to select appropriate models, algorithms, data structures, data management and software development and maintenance methods in projects of traditional and new IT applications (assessing, if necessary, the limitations of the specific platform to which the task relates);
C4 is able to ensure the confidentiality, integrity and availability of information in solving IT tasks;
C5 is able to methodically prepare a specification, project or other documentation required for the development of an IT product or service;
C6 is able to implement IT product or service, taking into account the functional and non-functional requirements.
Social skills:
D1 is able to effectively communicate with colleagues, potential software customers, users and public on various IT issues, present IT ideas and solutions in writing and orally in Lithuanian and at least one of the foreign languages;
D2 is able to work effectively in teams in accordance with the principles and rules of professional, ethical behavior and social responsibility.
Personal skills:
E1 is able to learn systematically and independently for continuous personal, professional and scientific development;
E2 is able to work independently, systematically and responsibly, taking initiative and taking personal responsibility;
E3 is able to demonstrate creativity in applying computer methods in problem solving.

Activities of teaching and learning:
Lectures, assignments, Laboratory classes, Seminars, Tutorials, Case analysis (Case study), Engineering projects, Team project, Individual project, Chellenge-based learning, Creativity workshops, Practice.

Methods of assessment of learning achievements:
Examination, Colloquium, Control work, Laboratory examination, Laboratory notes and report, Project report, Report of practice, Final degree project.

Framework:
Study subjects (modules), practical training:
Mathematics; Object-oriented programming; Programming engineering; Fundamentals of Information Systems; Numerical Methods and Algorithms; Databases; Algorithm design and analysis; Operating systems; Computer networks and internet technologies; Parallel programming; Development and Deployment of Network Based Services; Mobile internet systems; Basics of Artificial intelligence; Simulation modeling; IT product development project.

Specialisations:
Internet Informatics specialization‘s modules: Web Application Design; Programming Services in Cloud Computing; Cloud Storage Technologies; Computer Network and Internet Security; Scripting Languages.
Multimedia Systems specialization‘s modules: Principles of Visual Design; Graphics Programming; Fundamentals of App Development; Physically Based Animation; Interactive Web Technology.

Optional courses:
During the studies the student has an opportunity to choose
30 credits in an advanced field of study (specialization or personal set of modules).

Distinctive features of a study programme:
During the studies, students delve into the development of IT systems, programming technologies, informatics-mathematics models, and their application to simulation of cloud computing service infrastructures and platforms, business processes, physical-engineering systems behavior, study the problems of artificial intelligence, IT security, Internet. to design network, multimedia services, distributed and mobile internet systems.
Studies in English and Lithuanian languages are available.

Access to professional activity or further study:
Access to professional activity:
The graduate can work as an information technology infrastructure designer or maintenance specialist, systems analyst, developer of information technology services in cloud computing, developer of network and mobile applications, designer and developer of interactive websites, games, e-marketing and training systems.
Access to further study:
The graduate has access to the second cycle studies.