1. The Durban University of Technology Experience
ITS Mobile
The Durban University of Technology Experience
Session 75

2. Information Systems Manager
Krish Jewnarain
Information Systems Manager

3. Why ITS Mobile? Students need access to information
University cannot provide for access to computers(25000 students)
Student kiosks – rolled out many years ago. Replacement costly.
Long queues outside Faculty offices, cashiers, departments
DUT’s ‘STUDENT CENTRED’ approach of ‘Enhancing the student experience’
New generation of Students – Cell phone savvy.
Want Information at their fingertips

4. Why ITS Mobile?.........continued
The University has invested in wireless access for students
Students are encouraged to bring their own devices.
ITS Mobile runs on any device that runs a browser.
Not operating system specific
Android OS, Blackberry OS, iPhone OS, Windows Mobile, etc

5. ITS Mobile : Sign-On

6. ITS Mobile : Available Apps

7. ITS Mobile : Class Timetable

8. ITS Mobile : Financial Statement

9. ITS Mobile : Exam Results

10. ITS Mobile : Statistics
Are students using Mobile Apps?

11. In Conclusion…. Its all about enhancing the student experience.
Empowering for students to be able to view their information
No queuing, available 24/7, anywhere, anytime
Uptake will increase with awareness campaigns.
Students should spend more time in lecture rooms
We have the building blocks…we should expand
What else would students like to see?
Run Surveys for feedback
Its all about enhancing the student experience.

12. Thank You