Bachelor of Science in Information Technology

AACCUP Level III Phase 1 Re-accredited Status

JANICE C. FRANCISCO, MIT

Department Chair

Welcome to BSIT Department

The Pangasinan State University is one of the many universities in the Philippines which offers quality and accessible education for all. As a well-established institution of higher learning, it offers a wide variety of programs in different areas of specialization such as Education, Healthcare, Business, Public Administration, Agriculture, and Information Technology and Computing Sciences. Guided by its core mission to develop globally competent professionals, the Pangasinan State University continues to improve the services it provides to the students and the community through instruction, community services and research.

In support to the University’s mission, the Information Technology Department continues to provide quality education to its students. We continuously enhance the curriculum of the BSIT program in order to meet the changing needs in the industry. This enables us to prepare our students for the changing demands in the job – market in the IT Industry and Computing Sciences. As a result, the graduates of the BSIT program lands a job, locally and internationally, that allows them to use their acquired skills and compete with the graduates of the other major Universities. It is with greatest pride that our graduates works primarily in different fields such as IT industry, Academe, Business Process Outsourcing, Government, Banking and Finance, and others which only proves the kind of quality that we offer in the department.

The university also offers support for the faculty development by providing scholarships, and participating to various seminars and trainings organized by organizations recognized nationally and internationally. This equips our faculty members to cope with the updates and current demands in the field of Information Technology and Computing Science.

To date, the BSIT degree offers two majors namely, Web and Mobile Technologies and Data Analytics. We also have been awarded with Certificate of Program Compliance (COPC), following the CHED Memorandum Order No. 25 Series of 2015 which sets the standards in offering the BS Information Technology program. In addition, the program was also awarded with Level III Phase 1 accreditation by the AACCUP last 2021.

For the coming years, the department will sustain and continue to improve its services to be provided to the students and the community.

We will continue to soar high like eagles and aim like the archers.

Kudos and welcome to the Information Technology Department.

The BS Information Technology program includes the study of the utilization of both hardware and software technologies involving planning, installing, customizing, operating, managing and administering and maintaining Information Technology infrastructure that provides computing solutions to address the needs of an organization.

The program prepares graduates to address various user needs involving the selection, development, application, integration and management of computing technologies within an organization. (IT 2021 Curriculum with CHED Contents Notation)

Directory

JANICE C. FRANCISCO, MIT

Department Chair

Sarah Jane M. Ferrer, MIT

IT Faculty

Rosalie G. Diego, MBA

IT Faculty

Matthew John F. Sino Cruz

IT Faculty

Wendel F. Salosagcol

IT Faculty

Joseph B. Campit, DIT

IT Faculty

Edilberto Caralos, JR., MIT

IT – Faculty

Michael Ryan C. Peoro

IT-Faculty

Kim Eric B. Nanlabi

IT-Faculty

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Application Developer
Database Administrator
Digital Animator
Information Security Administrator

Multimedia Technologist
Network Administrator
Network Engineer
Systems Analyst

Test Engineer
Web Administrator/ Web Master
Web Developer

The intent of the Information Technology program is to produce graduates who are able to meet the demands of the IT professional in the industry, both local and national area and in the ASEAN region. It has the following objectives: (IT 2018 Curriculum with CHED Contents Notation)

Undertake projects that show ability to solve complex problems and to work in teams on problems whose solutions lead to significant societal benefits.
Communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders as well as function appropriately in a team environment.
Demonstrate ethical behavior as an IT professional and sensitivity to the impact of technology and society.
Engage in lifelong learning and professional development.

Graduate Attributes	Program Attributes	Program Outcomes Code	Program Outcomes
Knowledgeable and Skilled IT Professional	Knowledge for solving computing problems	IT1	Apply knowledge of computing, science, and mathematics to address real problems appropriate to the discipline (CD-2)
	Knowledge for solving computing problems	IT2	Distinguish best practices and standards and their applications
	Problem Analysis	IT3	Analyze complex problems, and identify and define the computing requirements appropriate to its solution (CD-1)
	Problem Analysis	IT4	Identify and analyze user needs and take them into account in the selection, creation, evaluation and administration of computer-based systems (CD-1) (ILO-1)
	Design, development of solutions	IT5	Design, implement, and evaluate computer-based systems, processes, components, or programs to meet desired needs and requirements under various constraints (CD-3) (ILO-1)
	Design, development of solutions	IT6	Integrate IT-based solutions into the user environment effectively (CD-3) (ILO-1) (ILO-3)
	Modern Tool Usage	IT7	Apply knowledge through the use of current techniques, skills, tools and practices necessary for the IT profession (CD-4)
People’s Champion	Individual and Team Work	IT8	Function effectively as a member or leader of a development team recognizing the different roles within a team to accomplish a common goal (CTS-3)
People’s Champion	Individual and Team Work	IT9	Assist in the creation of an effective IT project plan (CTS-3) (ILO-1)
Knowledgeable and Skilled Communicator	Communication	IT10	Communicate effectively with the computing community and with society at large about complex computing activities through logical writing, presentations, and clear instructions (CTS-2) (CTH-2)
Community Developer	Computing Professionalism and Social Responsibility	IT11	Analyze the local and global impact of computing and information technology on individuals, organizations, and society (CTS-4) (CTH-1) (ILO-2) (ILO-5) (ILO-6)
Community Developer	Computing Professionalism and Social Responsibility	IT12	Understand professional, ethical, legal, security and social issues and responsibilities in the utilization of information technology (CTS-4) (CTH-1) (ILO-2) (ILO-5) (ILO-6)
Continuous-Innovative Learner	Life-Long Learning	IT13	Recognize the need for and engage in planning self-learning and improving performance as a foundation for continuing professional development (CTS-1) (CTH-3) (ILO-4)

Performance Indicators

Program Attributes	Program Outcomes	Performance Indicators
Knowledge for solving computing problems	Apply knowledge of computing, science, and mathematics to address real problems appropriate to the discipline (CD-2)	Identify or determine the techniques, tools, methodologies to be used given a particular scenario that involves computing, science, and mathematics Compare different tools, techniques, methodologies as to their pros and cons that will help in decision making
Knowledge for solving computing problems	Distinguish best practices and standards and their applications	Identify the characteristics that conforms to standards and their best practices Compare and contrast tools and methodologies in terms of best practices, standard and their application
Problem Analysis	Analyze complex problems, and identify and define the computing requirements appropriate to its solution (CD-1)	Analyze complex problems Identify and define the complexity requirements appropriate to its solution
Problem Analysis	Identify and analyze user needs and take them into account in the selection, creation, evaluation and administration of computer-based systems (CD-1) (ILO-1)	Analyze the user’s needs and take them into account in the selection, creation, evaluation and administration of computer-based systems. Identify the user’s requirements and take them into account in the selection, creation, evaluation and administration of computer-based systems.
Design, development of solutions	Design, implement, and evaluate computer-based systems, processes, components, or programs to meet desired needs and requirements under various constraints (CD-3) (ILO-1)	Translate specification into a design Design software to meet desired needs under various constraint Design a database to meet desired needs for storing data under various constraints Design networks to meet desired needs for sharing information under various constraints Design a hardware infrastructure to meet desired processing needs under various constraints Implement a network to meet desired needs for sharing information under various constraint Implement database to meet desired needs for storing data under various constraint Implement a software/programs to meet desired needs for task under various constraints Evaluate software/progrms on its functionality and level of satisfying user requirements for task under various constraint Evaluate an existing network for its level of satisfying user requirements for under various constraint
Design, development of solutions	Integrate IT-based solutions into the user environment effectively (CD-3) (ILO-1) (ILO-3)	Implement a network to meet desired needs for sharing information under various constraint Implement database to meet desired needs for storing data under various constraint Implement a software to meet desired needs for task under various constraints Evaluate software on its functionality and level of satisfying user requirements for task under various constraint Evaluate an existing network for its level of satisfying user requirements for under various constraint
Modern Tool Usage	Apply knowledge through the use of current techniques, skills, tools and practices necessary for the IT profession (CD-4)	Evaluate techniques, methodologies, standards/frameworks and tools for its appropriateness considering its advantages and limitations. Select, use and adapt appropriate techniques, methodologies, standards/frameworks and tools
Individual and Team Work	Function effectively as a member or leader of a development team recognizing the different roles within a team to accomplish a common goal (CTS-3)	Team member: Independently source necessary knowledge, assistance, skills and resources to complete tasks. Performs tasks effectively to accomplish a common goal Leader of a team: Set proper goals and timeline of activities to complete team objectives Allocate task according to team member capabilities Monitor task completion and performance of team member Provide expertise, assistance and support to team members to achieve of team goals Resolve and reduce conflicts within the team
Individual and Team Work	Assist in the creation of an effective IT project plan (CTS-3) (ILO-1)	Perform task in the creation of an effective IT project plan Create an effective IT project plan
Communication	Communicate effectively with the computing community and with society at large about complex computing activities through logical writing, presentations, and clear instructions (CTS-2) (CTH-2)	Interview clients to gather background information, situation, existing concerns and issues necessary to frame and achieve common understanding of problems to be addressed by computing solutions Write effective reports and documentations about the results of performing specific computing and professional tasks Write documentations (including design documentations) completely and comprehensively, with appropriate tone, correct grammar and construction, adapting to documentation standards, to communicate ideas, choices, assumptions, and consequences of decisions Develop effective presentation material that will enhance understanding of ideas being communicated Deliver presentations effectively and efficiently to various audience (computing community, society at large, and users) using English and Filipino as needed, with appropriate tone, correct grammar and construction Choose appropriate language suitable to the audience and respectful to the audience background and culture Provide clear instructions to team members
Computing Professionalism and Social Responsibility	Analyze the local and global impact of computing and information technology on individuals, organizations, and society (CTS-4) (CTH-1) (ILO-2) (ILO-5) (ILO-6)	Analyze the local impact of computing and information technology on individuals, organizations, and society Analyze the global impact of computing and information technology on individuals, organizations, and society Make design and implementation decision considering the impact of IT on individuals, organizations, and society Provide /conceptualize solutions to domain where IT is needed Evaluate the impact of this solutions to individuals, organizations, and society
	Understand professional, ethical, legal, security and social issues and responsibilities in the utilization of information technology (CTS-4) (CTH-1) (ILO-2) (ILO-5) (ILO-6)	Make decisions considering professional, ethical, legal, security and social issues and responsibilities in the utilization of information technology Assess professional, ethical, legal, security and social issues and responsibilities in the utilization of information technology
Life-Long Learning	Recognize the need for and engage in planning self-learning and improving performance as a foundation for continuing professional development (CTS-1) (CTH-3) (ILO-4)	Reflect on own abilities and skills to determine necessary development needs to reach level of expectations and aspirations as a computing professional Prepare a personal development plan for continuing professional development Engage independently in developmental activities (like participating in professional organizations, attendance to seminars and training) as a result of recognizing the need to further and continuously develop one’s competencies as a computing professional Evaluate achievements and deficiencies against own’s personal development plan

The BSIT graduates are expected to become globally competent, innovative, and socially and ethically responsible computing professionals engaged in life-long learning endeavors. They are capable of contributing to the country’s national development goals. (IT 2021 Curriculum with CHED Contents Notation)

Department Activities

2018 IT Department Research Presentation

14th National E – Learning Conference 2018

Faculty members of the Information Technology Department, Mr. Kim Eric B. Nanlabi, Mr. Michael Ryan C. Peoro, and Mr. Matthew John F. Sino Cruz, presented their paper entitled, “Level of Awareness of PSU – Bayambang Campus Students Towards E-Learning Technologies” at the 14th National e-Learning Conference held by the Philippine E-Learning Society (PeLs) on September 11-13, 2019 at Inland Resort, Butuan City.

Asian Journal for Multidisciplinary Research Conference 2018

Mr. Matthew John F. Sino Cruz, MIT presented his research paper entitled “Assessing the Current Status of E-Government Implementation in the city LGU in Pangasinan” at the 2018 Asian Journal Multidisciplinary Research Conference held on December 14-15, 2018 at Pangasinan State University, Lingayen, Pangasinan.

IT Seminar

2019 – Database System

Database Systems are essential component of any computerized systems being implemented in different organizations nowadays. It allows the organization to put up a systematic storage of the data that are deemed useful in their respective processes. Last October 2019, the IT Student Organization Officers and the IT Department organized an IT seminar concentrating on database systems and technologies. It was held at the PSU – Bayambang Learning Resource Center. The speaker of the said event was Mr. Arjay Perreras who is a database manager of the University of Pangasinan – Phinma Education System. He shared his knowledge and expertise on different technologies that the students can use as their primary database management tool. The event was attended and participated by the students coming from different programs.

IT SEMINAR 2018 – Machine Learning and Robotics

Machine Learning and Robotics are just some of the latest trends in the field of Information Technology and Computer Science. These fields have grown tremendously in the past couple years and its effect can be observed in different industries such as manufacturing, education, healthcare, and business. To allow the BSIT students be updated with these trends, an IT seminar focusing on Machine Learning and Robotics was organized by the IT Department and IT Club Officers last December 14, 2018 with a theme “Nurturing skills of the IT students towards machine learning and robotics”. The event took place at the PSU – Bayambang Social Hall, located at the College of Arts, Sciences, and Technology Building. The experts who shared their knowledge and expertise in these fields are Mr. Edmundo Casulla and Mr. Yuri Rancudo. The event was actively participated by the BS Information Technology Students.

IT Seminar 2017

Last March 21, 2017, an IT seminar entitled “Socially Digital” was held at the PSU Bayambang Campus Learning Resource Center. The theme of the event is the empowerment of youths by using multimedia and social media and how they can use these to freely express their insights and opinions responsibly. The event was organized by the IT Department Faculty Members and the IT Club officers and it was attended by the BSIT Students. In the event, three IT experts shared their knowledge and experience to the attendees. These experts include Mr. Rommel B. Ferrer, an Master Teacher in Bayambang National High School, Mr. Marc Stephenson Macaranas, a database administrator, and Mr. Francis Fernandez, a founder of a StartUp Company in Pangasinan.