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Quantum & IT Convention ( QITC )

The 2nd Mindanao-Wide IT Convention
Marco Hotel, Alwana Business Park Cugman, Cagayan de Oro City
January 23-25 2009

Welcome to Quantum & I.T. Convention!

The QITC is an acronym of Quantum and Information Technology Convention—an innovation of the two ground-breaking activities of the two well-recognized organizations of Xavier University united to accomplish a common goal.

The Quantum

Quantum is a tradition of Xavier Computer Enthusiasts’ League (XCEL) of Xavier University since 1994. It is a pure competition participated by different schools in Mindanao. Its main objectives are to test the level of knowledge and literacy of high school and college students on Computer and Information Technology and to develop a science and technology culture among the youth.

All Schools, Colleges and Universities in Mindanao are invited to join the First Mindanao-Wide Quantum and Information Technology Convention (QITC).

Registration Fee:

1st Cut Off (Jan.5,2009 ): 2,900(student) 3,200(prof)
2nd Cut Off (Jan.16,2009 ): 3,200(student) 3,500(prof)
Walk-In: 3,400(student) 3,700(prof)

Topics:

• Promoting IT in Mindanao

• E-Commerce

• SMART Technology

• 3D Technology

• Current and Emerging Web Technology

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Source: en.wikipedia.org

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This statistics and facts gives us every reason to be conscious on what is happening around us. Make a statement, spread the message and HELP the environment. Less war and more efforts to protect EARTH. Happy Earth Day 2008!