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6. Computer Studies

Computer studies will inculcate in you a savvy in all the user-side computer-related operations. This will include business uses of computer technology, major software applications, information & data management, database design, installation & maintenance, troubleshooting, hardware and external devises, and so on. At the completion of this program, you should be able to set up and run a small & medium scale business center, rendering diverse computer related services.

Personality Type for Computer Studies

Anyone with interest. Your competence in computer usage would depend on your ability to learn and practice continuously, building on what you’ll be taught.

NBTE’s Objectives for Computer Studies

A product of NID in Computer Studies should be able to:

Understand the computer environment and possess skills needed to use common software packages in a very competent manner in the business and industrial sector
Operate and maintain basic Operating Systems
Install and run common software
Input and retrieve data from databases
Detect minor technical faults in a Computer
Carry out routine (preventive) maintenance of Computer facilities

IEIs Offering NID in Computer Studies

Note: These are abbreviations used by the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB), see full names and contact addresses at the end of this book. Always check the current JAMB UTME brochure for updated approved programmes and institutions offering National Innovative Diploma (NID) as well as their respective requirements.