PETALING JAYA, Malaysia: Computer literacy has become essential in helping people of all ages go further in their education and career.

SEGi University College vice-chancellor Prof Dr Muhamad Awang said being computer-literate had become unavoidable with people being increasingly dependent on technology in every aspect of life.

"Not so long ago, for a student to possess basic computer skills was considered a significant asset. However, with the growing use of personal computers and technology in the home, classroom and workplace, it is assumed that such skills are instilled at a young age," he said.

Muhamad said this in his speech yesterday at the memorandum of understanding signing ceremony between the college and Eduspec Sdn Bhd.

The two organisations have collaborated to provide computer literacy exams to primary school students.

He said it was most beneficial for future generations to begin their information technology (IT) education at an early age so that they could become comfortable and confident with its uses and applications.

"At SEGi, we strive to provide quality education at all levels. Therefore, we can see the importance of instilling the youths of tomorrow with the appropriate knowledge of technology and its importance," he said.

"With this in mind, we feel that computer literacy courses are an advantageous investment in a student's future."

The collaboration will see SEGi University College playing a larger role in IT literacy exams by ensuring continued success and quality of the exams besides providing further recognition through certification.

Eduspec Sdn Bhd group CEO Lim Een Hong said it was an institution actively involved in the development and provision of IT literacy courses that focused on increasing and enhancing knowledge of programming and application usages among students. -The Star/ANN