History

The Department of Physical and Mathematical Sciences is among the pioneer departments of Dominican University. It was established on November 11, 2016. The Computer Science programme is the first and only programme currently in the Department of Physical and Mathematical Science. Four programmes were approved for the Department ab initio, which are: Mathematics, Physics, Zoology, and Computer Science, however, only the Computer Science programme has received enrolment.

The Computer Science programme properly commenced with the enrolment of 3 students in October 2017, a year after the establishment of the Dominican University and the Department. In the second session, the Department received ten students into the Programme and the number has continued to grow. Note that the small class size, makes it possible for all the students to be carried along during lectures.

The Computer Science programme has students in 3 levels only. Our first set of students would graduate in 2021.

HOD’s Profile

Dr. Olusanjo O. Fasola studied Computer Science and Economics, at the Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife for his undergraduate studies. After his mandatory NYSC, he proceeded to the industry to acquire relevant professional skills from various companies. He later proceeded to the University of Ibadan, Ibadan, where he acquired an MSc in Computer Science as well as a PhD in Computer Science, with special emphasis on e-learning for the visually impaired.

He has published several papers in international peer-reviewed journals. His areas on research and interests are: AI Implementations, Robotics Deployments, IoT Research, Smart Technologies, Cyber Security Controls, Vulnerability Assessment and Threat Modelling, and Digital Forensics Initiatives. Some of his completed projects include, Framework for Artificial Intelligence based Visual Impaired Assistive Glasses; Artificial Intelligence Enabled Vision Corrective Platform; Framework for Robotic Enabled Ophthalmologist Assistant App for Glasses Recommendation for Visual Impairment He was a part-time lecturer at the University of Ibadan. He is a professional member of Association of Computing Machinery.

Academic Programme Description:

Programme Title: B. Sc. Honours Degree (Computer Science)
Duration: 4 Years (8 Semesters) or 3 Years (6 Semesters) for Direct Entry
Philosophy:
The Computer Science undergraduate programme is designed to equip the students for their future professions. The programme is structured to engender creative and innovative skills in the students. Hence, it will be driven by the two interlocking elements: global currency and local relevance. By global currency, the programme provides students with the theoretical principles and engineering rigour that drive the latest computing innovations in the world. Our students will remain abreast with global innovations. By local relevance, the programme ensures that our students can creatively bring the best and latest innovations to bear on solving problems in Nigeria. By training our students to respond to the relevant needs of the people and industries in Nigeria, we can be sure they will have a greater chance of (self) employ-ability after graduation.

Dominican University Computer Science degree is an edge for scientific and technological career advancement; for acquisition of competence in computer programming, system analysis and development, database analysis and implementations, etc.; for the use of computer for the systematic understanding of the managerial sciences; for philosophical and ethical approach to the virtual world, given the philosophy that truth liberates. Going through the programme, a students gradually acquires skills in understanding theoretical problems and their computer aided solutions and applications to physical and real life situation. By this programme the students are also prepared for further studies in computer science and engineering or for diverse professional training in other related fields.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

(1) Four-Year Degree programme.
To be admitted, candidate must possess five (5) credit passes at SSCE or GCE or NECO (O’ level) including English Language and Mathematics and three Science subjects from the following list: Further Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography, Agricultural Science, Economics; with any other approved Art or Social Science subject. The five subjects must be had at one sitting. Alternatively, candidates must have at least six credit passes at two sittings including English Language and Mathematics and the above listed. The UTME subjects are Mathematics, English Language and two Science subjects as given above.

(2) Three-Year Degree—Direct Entry
To be eligible, (1) candidate must meet the O/Level requirements, as given above, and must possess GCE A/Level passes in Mathematics and at least one of the following Science Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, and Geography. (2) Equivalently, candidate must possess credit level pass in Ordinary National Diploma (OND) or Merit Pass in National Certificate in Education (NCE) certificate with Mathematics and any one of the Science subjects above as teaching subjects. (3) A first degree or Higher National Diploma in any Science Course, with at least a 2nd Class Upper Division.