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Computer and Information Science Division

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The Computer and Information Science Division has a mission of being committed to developing and delivering quality, student-centered programs that provide students with the core knowledge and skills to meet the needs of stakeholders in the rapidly evolving computer science, information systems and technology sectors in the UAE. The Divisions portfolio provides local and global perspectives, develops analytical skills and employability, encourages lifelong learning and promotes effective and ethical leadership and management practices. This mission is informed by, and supports the goal to achieve accreditation from ABET. The Divisions programs are continuously reviewed to ensure that the skills students acquire in the classroom and the equipment they use are at the cutting edge of technology and industry-appropriate. As a result, graduates are in high demand from leading industry employers looking for talented people who have both the technical and interpersonal skills they need to enhance their business. This exciting field provides excellent career prospects for graduates in Education, Government, PrivateEnterprise, Internet Development, Database Designs, Programming and other areas within the constantly growing computing, networking, security and forensics, information management, multimedia technology, interactive learning, software development and applications industries.

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Bachelor of Applied Science in Information Systems (Business Solutions)

This major is designed to produce graduates who can successfully align information technology and business processes and who have the skills to provide creative solutions to business challenges. Students areencouraged to explore and manage effective and efficient use of Information Systems, both for innovation
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and for enabling enterprise wide solutions. It provides a sound background in advanced problem-solving, information analysis and project management preparing students for immediate entry into the management of business information systems in organizations.

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CIS 1003

Computer and Information Science Core Courses Required Credits: 48

Information Systems in Organizations and Society Hardware and Networking Web Technologies Data and Information Management Fundamentals of Programming Introduction to Multimedia Statistics and Probability Principles of Information Assurance, Security and Privacy Systems Analysis and Design Object Oriented Programming Project Management Emerging Technologies Information Technology Strategy and Governance Work Related Learning Capstone Project (Integrative and Consultancy focused)

3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6

BUS 4573 CIB 2003 CIB 3003 CIB 3103 CIB 3203 CIB 3303 CIB 3403 CIB 4003 CIB 4103

Customer Relationship Management Technology based Marketing

Business Solutions Core Courses Required Credits: 27

3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3

CIS 1103 CIS 1203 CIS 1303 CIS 1403 CIS 1503 CIS 2003 CIS 2103 CIS 2303 CIS 2403 CIS 3103 CIS 4103 CIS 4203 CIS 4803 CIS 4906

Human Resource Management and Systems Object Oriented Analysis and Design Accounting For Managers E-Business Principles Advanced Database Technologies E Business Applications Development Business Finance

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General Education Required Credits: 39

A. Communication B. Mathematics C. Art and Humanities D. Social and Behavioral Studies E. Physical and Biological Sciences F. Global Studies 12 3 6 9 6 3

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IS and IT Technology Requirement See Program Chair for available courses Required Credits: 6
Select 1 2000 level course Select 1 4000 level course 3 3

Total Required Credits Maximum Duration of Study Cost Recovery Program

120 6 No

Minimum Duration of Study Program Code Major Code

4 CIBAB CIB

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Bachelor of Applied Science in Information Systems (Security and Forensics)

This major focuses on providing future graduates with multiple skills and a strong foundation in the field of information security. It provides technical and managerial skills for assessing risk, securing information assets, identifying and responding to attacks, conducting forensic investigation and recovering from
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CIS 1003 CIS 1103 CIS 1203 CIS 1303 CIS 1403 CIS 1503

Computer and Information Science Core Courses Required Credits: 45

Information Systems in Organizations and Society Hardware and Networking

3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6

CIN 2003 CSF 2103 CSF 3003 CSF 3103 CSF 3303 CSF 3403 CSF 3603 CSF 4003 CSF 4103 CSF 4203

Enterprise Network Services Cyber Law and Ethics

Security and Forensics Core Courses Required Credits: 30

3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3

Intrusion Detection and Ethical Hacking Incidence Response and Disaster Recovery Operating System Administration and Security Computer Forensics and Investigation Cryptography and Network Security Security and Risk Management Web Application and E-Commerce Security Telecommunications and WAN Security

Web Technologies Data and Information Management Fundamentals of Programming Introduction to Multimedia Statistics and Probability Principles of Information Assurance, Security and Privacy Systems Analysis and Design Project Management Emerging Technologies Information Technology Strategy and Governance Work Related Learning Capstone Project (Integrative and Consultancy focused)

CIS 2003 CIS 2103 CIS 2303 CIS 3103 CIS 4103 CIS 4203 CIS 4803 CIS 4906

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General Education Required Credits: 39

A. Communication B. Mathematics C. Art and Humanities D. Social and Behavioral Studies E. Physical and Biological Sciences F. Global Studies 12 3 6 9 6 3

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IS and IT Technology Requirement See Program Chair for available courses Required Credits: 6
Select 1 2000 level course Select 1 4000 level course 3 3

Total Required Credits Maximum Duration of Study Cost Recovery Program

120 6 No

Minimum Duration of Study Program Code Major Code

4 CSFAB CSF

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incidents and disasters. The major prepares students to work as: Security Specialists, Security Practitioners, Managers & Consultants; Forensic Investigators and IT auditors. Graduates will be able to work at all levels of Information Security, including policy, security system design, implementation and forensic investigation.

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Bachelor of Applied Science in Information Technology (Applications Development)

This major is designed to produce graduates with the development skills required to create cutting edge applications on multiple platforms. The major offers knowledge and skills in current software development methodologies using state of the art tools. It integrates
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enterprise systems development, database technologies and mobile platforms. Graduates of this program will be able to work as Enterprise System Developers, System Architects, Project Managers and Mobile Application Developers.
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CIS 1003 CIS 1103 CIS 1203 CIS 1303 CIS 1403 CIS 1503

Computer and Information Science Core Courses Required Credits: 48

Information Systems in Organizations and Society Hardware and Networking

3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6

CIA 2503 CIA 3103 CIA 3303 CIA 4003 CIA 4103 CIA 4203 CIA 4503 CIB 3103 CSF 3303

Applications Development Core Courses Required Credits: 27

Web Applications Development Database Design and Administration Principles of Mobile Applications Advanced Mobile Applications Data Driven Web Technologies Enterprise Database Applications Advanced Object Oriented Programming Object Oriented Analysis and Design Operating System Administration and Security

3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3

Web Technologies Data and Information Management Fundamentals of Programming Introduction to Multimedia Statistics and Probability Principles of Information Assurance, Security and Privacy Systems Analysis and Design Object Oriented Programming Human Computer Interaction Project Management Emerging Technologies Work Related Learning Capstone Project (Integrative and Consultancy focused)

CIS 2003 CIS 2103 CIS 2303

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CIS 2403 CIS 3003 CIS 3103 CIS 4103 CIS 4803 CIS 4906

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General Education Required Credits: 39

A. Communication B. Mathematics C. Art and Humanities D. Social and Behavioral Studies E. Physical and Biological Sciences F. Global Studies 12 3 6 9 6 3

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IS and IT Technology Requirement See Program Chair for available courses Required Credits: 6
Select 1 2000 level course Select 1 4000 level course 3 3

Total Required Credits Maximum Duration of Study Cost Recovery Program

120 6 No

Minimum Duration of Study Program Code Major Code

4 CIAAB CIA

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Bachelor of Applied Science in Information Technology (Instructional Technology and Training Management)
This major is designed to produce graduates with the knowledge and skills to analyze, design, develop, implement, and evaluate technology-driven learning environments for corporate and learning institution contexts. It prepares students to employ cutting-edge technologies to enhance the learning processand accommodate individual learning preferences. The major will prepare students to work effectively
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Computer and Information Science Core Courses Required Credits: 48

Instructional Technology and Training Management Core Courses

3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 CSF 3303 CTT 2003 CTT 3103 CTT 3303 CTT 3403 CTT 4003 CTT 4103 CTT 4203 CTT 4303 Operating System Administration and Security Principles of Learning for Instructional Technology Learning Environment Design: Support and Administration Assistive Technology Instructional Design for Computer Based Training Distance and Online Education Customer Relationship Management Staff Development and Corporate Training Strategies Technology Based Assessment Design and Administration

CIS 1003 CIS 1103 CIS 1203 CIS 1303 CIS 1403 CIS 1503 CIS 2003 CIS 2103 CIS 2303 CIS 2403 CIS 3003 CIS 3103 CIS 4103 CIS 4803 CIS 4906

Information Systems in Organizations and Society Hardware and Networking Web Technologies Data and Information Management Fundamentals of Programming Introduction to Multimedia Statistics and Probability Principles of Information Assurance, Security and Privacy Systems Analysis and Design Object Oriented Programming Human Computer Interaction Project Management Emerging Technologies Work Related Learning Capstone Project (Integrative and Consultancy focused)

Required Credits: 27

3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3

Course Credits

General Education Required Credits: 39

A. Communication B. Mathematics C. Art and Humanities D. Social and Behavioral Studies E. Physical and Biological Sciences F. Global Studies 12 3 6 9 6 3

Course Credits

IS and IT Technology Requirement See Program Chair for available courses Required Credits: 6
Select 1 2000 level course Select 1 4000 level course 3 3

Total Required Credits Maximum Duration of Study Cost Recovery Program

120 6 No

Minimum Duration of Study Program Code Major Code

4 CTTAB CTT

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in the corporate sector, build trainingprograms, createcorporate staff development strategies, plan and acquire resources. This major provides students with the essential knowledge and skills to become effective trainers of technology and use technology to train. Graduates will be able to work as Consultants, Educational Technology Specialists, Training Managers, Staff Development Managers and Corporate Trainers.

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Bachelor of Applied Science in Information Technology (Interactive Multimedia Technologies)

This major is designed to produce graduates with professional skills built on a sound foundation in the fields of interactivity and multimedia powered by information technology.The Interactive Multimedia major educates students through a hands-on approach, to become leaders and innovators in a new and interactive society based on interactive arts, multimedia, web & interface design, game design &
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development. It stresses creative content development and communication through interaction, with the goal of seeking innovative ways of connecting individuals to ideas and information. The major prepares students to work as 2D & 3D Graphic Artists, Animation Experts, Interactive Multimedia Developers, Game Designers & Developers and Simulation Specialists.

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CIS 1003 CIS 1103 CIS 1203 CIS 1303 CIS 1403 CIS 1503

Computer and Information Science Core Courses Required Credits: 45

Information Systems in Organizations and Society Hardware and Networking

Interactive Multimedia Technologies Core Courses

3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 CDG 2303 CDA 2303 CIM 3103 CIM 3203 CIM 3303 CIM 4003 CIM 4103 CIM 4203 CIM 4303 CSF 3303 Introduction to Graphic Design Principles of Animation I Storyboarding and Animatics Programming for Multimedia 2D 3D Animation Multimedia Scripting Web Authoring and Administration Virtual Reality and Simulation VFX, Audio, Editing and Composition Operating System Administration and Security

Required Credits: 30

3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3

Web Technologies Data and Information Management Fundamentals of Programming Introduction to Multimedia Statistics and Probability Principles of Information Assurance, Security and Privacy Systems Analysis and Design Human Computer Interaction Project Management Emerging Technologies Work Related Learning Capstone Project (Integrative and Consultancy focused)

CIS 2003
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CIS 2103 CIS 2303 CIS 3003 CIS 3103 CIS 4103 CIS 4803 CIS 4906

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General Education Required Credits: 39

A. Communication B. Mathematics C. Art and Humanities D. Social and Behavioral Studies E. Physical and Biological Sciences F. Global Studies 12 3 6 9 6 3

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IS and IT Technology Requirement See Program Chair for available courses Required Credits: 6
Select 1 2000 level course Select 1 4000 level course 3 3

Total Required Credits Maximum Duration of Study Cost Recovery Program

120 6 No

Minimum Duration of Study Program Code Major Code

4 CIMAB CIM

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Bachelor of Applied Science in Information Technology (Networking)

This major is designed to produce graduates who can design, configure, implement and troubleshoot converged Campus and Enterprise networks.The major provides knowledge and skills to work in all levels of Local and Enterprise networks: edge technologies such as switched, wireless and mobile networks; LAN,
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CIS 1003 CIS 1103 CIS 1203 CIS 1303 CIS 1403 CIS 1503

Information Systems and Technologies Core Courses Required Credits: 45

Information Systems in Organizations and Society Hardware and Networking

3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6

CIN 2003 CIN 2103 CIN 2203 CIN 3003 CIN 3103 CIN 3203 CIN 3303 CIN 4006 CIN 4106 CSF 3303

Enterprise Network Services Networking Fundamentals Routing Protocols LAN Switching Wireless Networks WAN Technologies Network Security Advanced Routing Advanced Switching

Networking Core Courses Required Credits: 36

3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 6 3

Web Technologies Data and Information Management Fundamentals of Programming Introduction to Multimedia Statistics and Probability Principles of Information Assurance, Security and Privacy Systems Analysis and Design Human Computer Interaction Project Management Emerging Technologies Work Related Learning Capstone Project (Integrative and Consultancy focused)

CIS 2003 CIS 2103 CIS 2303 CIS 3003 CIS 3103 CIS 4103 CIS 4803 CIS 4906

Course Credits

General Education Required Credits: 39

A. Communication B. Mathematics C. Art and Humanities D. Social and Behavioral Studies E. Physical and Biological Sciences F. Global Studies 12 3 6 9 6 3

Course Credits

IS and IT Technology Requirement See Program Chair for available courses Required Credits: 6
Select 1 2000 level course Select 1 4000 level course 3 3

Total Required Credits Maximum Duration of Study Cost Recovery Program

120 6 No

Minimum Duration of Study Program Code Major Code

4 CINAB CIN

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WAN and core routing technologies; network security and server administration.Graduates of this major will be able to work as network Engineers, Network Architects, Infrastructure Designers, Project Managers and Consultants.