IT Stands for Information Technology and it is pronounced “I.T.” It refers to anything related to computing technology, such as networking, hardware, software, the Internet, or the people that work with these technologies.
B.Tech in Information Technology (IT) is one of the most sought course among the students who want to make career in the field of Engineering. Now the globalisation of the world is heavily relied on Information Technology (IT). In this case this has probably become the first choice for engineering students.
B.Tech (Information Technology) at Galgotias College of Engineering and Technology is a four year (eight semesters) under graduate programme, started in the year 2000 in affiliation with Uttar Pradesh Technical University (UPTU). Admission to the B.TECH (IT) programme is through a Common Entrance Test (CET), conducted by the UPTU.
Being a student of Information Technology (IT) you need to particularly excel yourself in some of the skills that are Computer Networking, Information Security, IT Governance,ITIL, Business Intelligence, Linux, Unix and Project Management.
In Galgotia College of Engineering & Technology, a variety of learning tools are used for the acquisition of knowledge and skills. Role-play, Case study, Project work, Field experience, Assignments, Quiz, Seminars, Industry visits etc. are some of the methods used. The defining features of the B.TECH (IT) curriculum provide exposure to cutting-edge technology given to the students. To impart good quality engineering education, the department focuses on development of practical and application oriented minds. It is our attempt to make students learn by doing rather than by rote learning of topics and subjects.
There are immense amount of job opportunities after the completion of this course. The jobs in IT listing includes information on education and training required for each position. It also includes lists of companies that typically have IT jobs open, as well as links to IT-specific resumes, cover letters and IT interview questions.
Job Opportunities:
Many companies in India and abroad now have IT departments for managing the computers, networks, and other technical areas of their businesses. IT jobs include computer programming, network administration, computer engineering, Web development, technical support, and many other related occupations.
Your career is after all yours, you need to focus first on the successful completion of plus two examination. You must go through the career counseling, opt for the right subject and make a very good career in this job oriented stream.