Computing & IS

1st IASSIST Africa Conference Examines Role of Quality Data for SDGs Attainment

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4 years ago

February 2, 2021

Mark Wamai

The DVCAA-Dr. Umar Kakumba (5th R), Ms. Winnie Nekesa-IASSIST Regional Secretary – Africa (5th L) and Prof. Constant Okello-Obura-Dean EASLIS and Chair National Organising COmmittee (4th R) with participants at the 1st IASSIST Conference, CoCIS, Makerere University on 13th January 2020.

The International Association for Social Science Information Service and Technology (IASSIST) is an international organization of professionals working with information technology and data services to support research and teaching in the social sciences. IASSIST has a membership of over 300 from Academia, Government, Non-profit sector, and the Private sector. This includes Information specialists, Data librarians, Reference librarians, Technology professional and Data archivists.

IASSIST in collaboration with the East Africa School of Library and Information Science (EASLIS) and Association of Parliamentary Libraries of Eastern and Southern Africa (APLESA) hosted the 1st IASSIST Africa Regional Conference in Makerere University, Kampala, Uganda from the 11^th – 13^th January 2021.

In this conference, data literacy was aligned to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) since application and utilization of quality data significantly contributes to the attainment of the SDGs.

The Conference kicked off with remarks from the Chair National organizing committee Prof Constant Okello-Obura, (Dean, East African School of Library and Information Science EASLIS). In his comments, he was delighted to welcome all the participants to Uganda to participate in this pre-eminent edition of IASSIST African Regional Conference. He hoped this opportunity would stimulate the participants data literacy knowledge and scientific intellect. He emphasized on the importance of the theme for the conference which was geared towards addressing the SDG’s through digital literacy. With the war against COVID-19 still raging he encouraged participants to take care of themselves to follow all the Standard Operating Procedures of fighting the virus as stipulated by WHO so that everyone goes back healthy and sound.

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CoCIS CIPSD Online Short Courses Jul-Nov 2025

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June 26, 2025

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CoCIS CIPSD Online Short Courses Jul-Nov 2025. College of Computing and Information Sciences (COS

Makerere University College of Computing and Information Sciences (CoCIS) is the main ICT Training, Research and Consultancy Centre in Makerere University. The College has six Academic departments comprising of the Department of Computer Science, Department of Networks, Department of Information Technology, Department of Information Systems, Department of Library and Information Sciences, and the Department of Records and Archives management.

In addition to the mainstream degree programmes, CoCIS has a specialized Centre for Innovations and Professional Skills Development CIPSD) which delivers state-of-the-art training in ICT e.g. the Cisco Networking Academy for Cisco related courses, the Microsoft IT Academy Program for Microsoft related courses, International Computer Driving License course, Oracle Certified Training centre for Oracle, Linux and Unix Training centre. The College is also an authorized Testing centre, operating under PearsonVUE and Kryterion.

Online courses offer a flexible way to learn new skills or gain knowledge from anywhere with an internet connection. Listed in the download below are the online courses currently offered at the Centre with their start dates, duration, and cost.

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Call For Registration: MSCE-Azure Cloud BootCamp

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May 21, 2025

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MSCE-Azure Cloud BootCamp, 31st May & 1st June 2025, 9:00AM - 12:00PM.

The College of Computing and Information Sciences (CoCIS) welcomes you to the two-day intensive hands-on Azure Cloud Boot Camp 2025!

Event Details:

Date: 31^st May & 1^st June 2025

Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Agenda:

Azure fundamentals
Virtual Machines
Networking
Identity & Security
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Elevate your credentials. Get exam-ready.

Whatsapp Barbara on 0752779964 for any queries.

The registration link: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=LvPJtBfa7U2clc6do48l2Rl6ep3D1FxFiCETHieGxQ5UN1dLWlRFWExEMjc4NkpFMkZLOFI5M09VQi4u

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CoCIS CIPSD Tech Bootcamp for Tech Enthusiasts

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2 months ago

April 23, 2025

Mark Wamai

Participants attend a session in the Smart Classroom Facility, College of Computing and Information Sciences (CoCIS). Block A, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

Makerere University College of Computing and Information Sciences (CoCIS) is the main ICT Training, Research and Consultancy Centre in Makerere University. In addition to the mainstream degree programmes, CoCIS has a specialized Center for Innovations and Professional Skills Development (CIPSD) which delivers state-of-art training in ICT e.g. the Cisco Networking Academy for Cisco related courses, the Microsoft IT Academy Program for Microsoft related courses, International Computer Driving License course, Oracle Certified Training center for Oracle, Linux and Unix Training center. The College is also an authorized Testing center, operating under PearsonVUE and Kryterion.

The CIPSD Tech Bootcamp is open to all University STEM Students, IT Professionals and anyone who is passionate about Tech and Practical Computer Training.

Skills Courses & Registration Links

Microsoft Azure: https://forms.gle/KtYqS5tUjkmX9PaS6
Oracle 19C (Database): https://forms.gle/tyLveorJWCWBU2jh6
Data Analysis: https://forms.gle/H63UP1EMMQBbg34ZA
API Development: https://forms.gle/MDUeCfvkrZ5BK1MW6
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Cyber Security Ops: https://forms.gle/gN7qDmBTAk999Cu69
Graphics Design: https://forms.gle/eGxfK1ELoFAyS36y7
Artificial Intelligence: https://forms.gle/YrMnqZM2PzUqFF1q9
Embedded Systems Development: https://forms.gle/JjqSrLLTPZdv828aA
Microsoft Office: https://forms.gle/V2Qc8XjRQWhpEEkEA

Contacts for detailed conversation

College of Computing & Information Sciences (CoCIS)
CIPSD (CIT Block A-Front Office | CIT Block B Level 5)
E-mail: psd.cis@mak.ac.ug
Tel: +256 753 200 013 | +256 752 779 964 | +256 752 373 023
URL: https://cocis.mak.ac.ug/cipsd/

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