Advanced information technology program focusing on programming, systems development, information security, and modern technologies.
The Information Technology program, Networking and Security concentration, has adopted ABET Student Learning Outcomes verbatim as its Program Learning Outcomes to comply with ABET requirements as the Information Technology Department plans to apply for ABET accreditation once the program obtain full accreditation status from the CAA as directed by the CAA. The new PLOs read as follows:
Graduates of the program will be able to:
PLO#1: Analyze a complex computing problem and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
PLO#2: Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline.
PLO#3: Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
PLO#4: Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
PLO#5: Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline.
PLO#6: Use systemic approaches to select, develop, apply, integrate, and administer secure computing technologies to accomplish user goals.
PLO#7: Discuss innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainability practices in computing.
PLO#8: Apply security principles and practices to maintain operations in the presence of risks and threats.
Advanced track 70% or Elite track 65%, English proficiency 80% or IELTS 5.0, Mathematics 70%, Physics 70%, pass admission test in Mathematics and Physics
| Type of Courses | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| 1. University General Education Courses | |
| a) University Compulsory Courses | 18 |
| b) University Elective Courses | 12 |
| 2. Information Technology Program Common Compulsory Courses | |
| a) Information Technology Core Courses | 63 |
| b) Internship | 3 |
| 3. Information Technology Program Concentration Courses | 18 |
| 4. Information Technology Program Elective Courses | 9 |
| Total Credit Hours | 123 |
