Computer Information Science

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1 7 The mission of the Division is to provide future-focused, studentcentred programmes that prepare students for the dynamic Information Systems and Information Technology sectors of the UAE. CIS programme graduates are T-shaped professionals with industry-ready technical and professional skills. CIS programmes provide local and global perspectives, develop analytical skills, encourage lifelong learning and promote effective and ethical management and leadership practices. As a result, HCT CIS graduates are in high demand from leading industry employers looking for talented people who have the technical, communication and team-working skills needed to enhance their organisations. All CIS programmes are continuously monitored and reviewed to ensure that the skills students acquire and the resources they use are at the cutting edge of technology and are industryappropriate. Programmes are designed to maintain the current CIPS accreditation, and additionally to attain accreditation with ABET. CIS graduates have excellent career prospects across all sectors (private, public, governmental) within the continually growing industries of computing, networking, security and forensics, information management, multimedia technology, interactive learning, software development and applications development.

2 8 H I G H E R C O L L E G E S O F T E C H N O L O G Y Bachelor of Applied Science in Information Systems The Bachelor of Applied Science in Information Systems (BASIS) programme prepares students to apply ethical values to complex and unpredictable problems and to plan, design, implement, evaluate, and manage an organisation s ICT infrastructure. The programme provides students with the required knowledge, skills, and competencies in the areas of information technology assets, archival, and information processing systems. Throughout the programme, students learn to apply fundamental concepts and skills from a variety of information technologies and develop an understanding of the role of information systems within organisations. Students also develop professional work competencies to complement their technical skills and apply high level special administrative responsibilities including leading multiple and complex groups. Within each concentration, students learn to apply current and advanced techniques, skills, and tools; analyse organisations and user needs; create and evaluate computer-based solutions; and implement archiving solutions in a given organisational environment. * CLICK HERE or go to page 12 to view the Programme Learning Outcomes (PLOs) for this Programme and/or Major Business Solutions Major The Business Solutions major is designed to produce graduates who can successfully align information technology and business processes to address organisational needs. Students will study how the effective and efficient use of information systems supports enterprise-wide solutions and helps drive innovation. This major provides a sound background in advanced problem-solving, information analysis, and project management to equip students with the skills to create, implement, and manage IT solutions in response to business challenges and requirements. Graduates of this major are prepared for direct entry into positions related to the management of information systems within organisations. 8

3 H I G H E R C O L L E G E S O F T E C H N O L O G Y 9 Information Systems Core Courses Required Credits: 51 CIS 100 Information Systems in Organisations and Society CIS 110 Hardware and Networking CIS 120 Web Technologies CIS 10 Data and Information Management CIS 140 Fundamentals of Programming CIS 200 Statistics and Probability CIS 210 CIS 220 Applied Discrete Maths CIS 20 Systems Analysis and Design CIS 240 Object Oriented Programming CIS 290 Operating Systems CIS 10 Project Management CIS 20 Enterprise Architecture CIS 420 Information Technology Strategy and Governance CIS 480 Work Related Learning (5 weeks) Computer and Information Science Elective Courses See Programme Chair for available courses Required Credits: 12 Any 2000 level course not from the major core of the target concentration Any 000/4000 level course not from the major core of the 9 target concentration General Studies Required Credits: 0 English, Arabic or other Languages 15 Humanities or Art Information Technology or Mathematics The Natural Sciences The Social or Behavioural Sciences Business Solutions Core Courses Major code: CIB Required Credits: 0 CIB 200 Technology Based Marketing CIB 00 Human Resource Management and Systems CIB 10 Object Oriented Analysis & Design CIB 20 Accounting For Managers CIB 0 E-Business Principles CIB 40 Advanced Database Technologies CIB 400 E-Business Applications Development CIB 410 Business Finance CIB 420 Customer Relationship Management Systems CIB 40 Enterprise Resource Planning Total Required Credits 12 Minimum Duration of Study 4 Maximum Duration of Study Programme Code CIBAB Industry Sponsored Programme No

4 70 H I G H E R C O L L E G E S O F T E C H N O L O G Y Ideal Semester Plan Business Solutions Major Year 1 Semester 1 CIS 100 Information Systems in Organisations and Society CIS 110 Hardware and Networking CIS 120 Web Technologies LSC 110 Academic Reading and Writing I LSS 100 Life and Study Skills CIS 210 Year 2 Semester Principles of Information Assurance, Security CIS 220 Applied Discrete Maths CIS 240 Object Oriented Programming CIS 290 Operating Systems LSC 210 Academic Reading and Writing II Year Semester 5 CIB 00 Human Resource Management and Systems CIB 10 Object Oriented Analysis & Design CIB 20 Accounting For Managers CIS 20 Enterprise Architecture LSC 150 Academic Spoken Communication LSS 25 Research Methods Year 1 Semester 2 AES 101 Arabic Communications I CIS 10 Data and Information Management CIS 140 Fundamentals of Programming LSN 24 Ecology LSM 100 Applied Mathematics Year 2 Semester 4 AES 100 Emirati Studies CIB 200 Technology Based Marketing CIS 200 Statistics and Probability CIS 20 Systems Analysis and Design CIS 2000 level non major elective course Year Semester AES 00 Professional Arabic CIB 0 E-Business Principles CIB 40 Advanced Database Technologies CIB 40 Enterprise Resource Planning CIS 10 Project Management Year 4 Semester 7 CIB 400 E-Business Applications Development CIB 410 Business Finance CIB 420 Customer Relationship Management Systems CIS upper level non major elective course CIS upper level non major elective course Year 4 Semester 8 CIS 420 Information Technology Strategy and Governance CIS 480 Work Related Learning (5 weeks) Capstone Project (Integrative & Consultancy CIS upper level non major elective course 70

5 H I G H E R C O L L E G E S O F T E C H N O L O G Y 71 Bachelor of Applied Science in Information Technology The Bachelor of Applied Science in Information Technology (BASIT) programme prepares students to meet the needs of the workforce for knowledgeable and skilled IT professionals who are able to apply ethical values to complex and unpredictable problems and to plan, design, implement, evaluate, and manage IT solutions. The programme provides students with the broad technical education necessary for productive employment in the public or private sector, and it allows them to develop an understanding of fundamentals and current issues important for future development. Students also develop professional work competencies to complement their technical skills and apply high-level special administrative responsibilities. The programme is structured as a set of core, elective, general education, and major courses. In the core courses, students will acquire the core knowledge, skills, and competencies needed for IT. Through the major courses, students will develop up-to-date knowledge and skills, in this fast-growing field, that meet the industry requirement. * CLICK HERE or go to page 12 to view the Programme Learning Outcomes (PLOs) for this Programme and/or Major Application Development Major This major is designed to produce UAE graduates with the development skills required to create cutting-edge software applications and apps on multiple platforms. The major offers the required knowledge and skills in current software development methodologies using state-of-the-art tools and facilities. It integrates enterprise systems development, database technologies, and mobile platforms. Graduates of this major will be able to work as software engineers, enterprise system developers, system architects, project managers, and mobile application developers. Instructional Technology and Training Management Major This major is designed to produce graduates with the knowledge and skills to analyse, design, develop, implement, and evaluate technology-driven learning environments for corporate and learning-institution contexts. It prepares students to employ cuttingedge technologies to enhance the learning process and accommodate individual learning preferences. The major will prepare students to work effectively in the corporate sector, build training programmes, create corporate 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. Interactive Multimedia Technologies Major 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 and interface design, game design, and development. It stresses creative content development and communication through interaction with the goal of seeking innovative ways to connect individuals to ideas and information. The major prepares students to work as 2D and D graphic artists, animation experts, interactive multimedia developers, game designers and developers, and simulation specialists. Networking Major 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 at all levels of local and enterprise networks: edge technologies such as switched, wireless, and mobile networks; LAN, 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.

6 72 H I G H E R C O L L E G E S O F T E C H N O L O G Y Security and Forensics Major This major is designed to produce graduates with 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 a forensic investigation, and recovering from incidents and disasters. The major prepares students to work as requirement security specialists; security practitioners, managers, and 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. Common Courses Information Technology Core Courses Required Credits: 51 CIS 100 Information Systems in Organisations and Society CIS 110 Hardware and Networking CIS 120 Web Technologies CIS 10 Data and Information Management CIS 140 Fundamentals of Programming CIS 200 Statistics and Probability CIS 210 CIS 220 Applied Discrete Maths CIS 20 Systems Analysis and Design CIS 240 Object Oriented Programming CIS 290 Operating Systems CIS 00 Human Computer Interaction CIS 10 Project Management CIS 0 System Architecture and Integration CIS 420 Information Technology Strategy and Governance CIS 480 Work Related Learning (5 weeks) General Studies Required Credits: 0 English, Arabic or other Languages 15 Humanities or Art Information Technology or Mathematics The Natural Sciences The Social or Behavioural Sciences Computer and Information Science Elective Courses See Programme Chair for available courses Required Credits: 12 Any 2000 level course not from the major core of the target concentration Any 000/4000 level course not from the major core of the target concentration 9 72

7 H I G H E R C O L L E G E S O F T E C H N O L O G Y 7 Majors Applications Development Core Courses Major code: CIA Required Credits: 0 CIA 250 Web Applications Development CIA 10 Database Design and Administration CIA 20 Game Development CIA 0 Principles of Mobile Applications CIA 40 Cloud App Development CIA 400 Advanced Mobile Applications CIA 410 Data Driven Web Technologies CIA 420 Enterprise Database Applications CIA 450 Advanced Object Oriented Programming CIB 10 Object Oriented Analysis & Design Interactive Multimedia Technologies Core Courses Major code: CIM Required Credits: 0 CIM 200 Graphic Design for Multimedia CIM 210 Storyboarding for Multimedia CIM 00 2D Animation CIM 20 Programming for Multimedia CIM 40 D Modelling and Animation CIM 50 Computer Game Design and Development CIM 400 Multimedia Scripting CIM 410 Web Authoring and Administration CIM 420 Virtual Reality and Simulation CIM 40 VFX, Audio, Editing and Composition Security and Forensics Core Courses Major code: CSF Required Credits: 0 CIN 200 Enterprise Network Services CSF 00 Cyber Law and Ethics CSF 10 Incidence Response and Disaster Recovery CSF 20 Intrusion Detection and Ethical Hacking CSF 40 Computer Forensics and Investigation CSF 0 Cryptography and Network Security CSF 400 Security and Risk Management CSF 410 Web Application and E-Commerce Security CSF 420 Telecommunications and WAN Security CSF 41 Security Intelligence Total Required Credits 12 Maximum Duration of Study Industry Sponsored Programme No Minimum Duration of Study 4 Instructional Technology and Training Management Major Major code: CTT Required Credits: 0 CIB 420 Customer Relationship Management Systems CIM 200 Graphic Design for Multimedia CTT 200 Principles of Learning for Instructional Technology CTT 10 Learning Environment Design, Support and Administration CTT 0 Assistive Technology CTT 40 Instructional Design for Computer Based Training CTT 50 Human Performance Technology CTT 400 Distance and Online Education CTT 420 Staff Development and Corporate Training Strategies CTT 40 Technology Based Assessment Design and Administration Networking Core Courses Major code: CIN Required Credits: CIN 200 Enterprise Network Services CIN 210 Networking Fundamentals CIN 220 Routing Protocols CIN 00 LAN Switching CIN 10 Wireless Networks CIN 20 WAN Technologies CIN 0 Network Security CIN 50 Virtualisation Technologies CIN 0 Scalable Networks CIN 400 Routing Solutions for the Enterprise CIN 410 Network Management CIN 420 Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) Fundamentals Programme Codes Applications Development Instructional Technology and Training Management Interactive Multimedia Technologies Networking Security and Forensics CIAAB CTTAB CIMAB CINAB CSFAB

8 74 H I G H E R C O L L E G E S O F T E C H N O L O G Y Ideal Semester Plan Common Courses The first two semesters of the Bachelor of Applied Science in Information Technology are common. Majors are listed separately below. Year 1 Semester 1 Year 1 Semester 2 CIS 100 Information Systems in Organisations and Society AES 101 Arabic Communications I CIS 110 Hardware and Networking CIS 10 Data and Information Management CIS 120 Web Technologies CIS 140 Fundamentals of Programming LSC 110 Academic Reading and Writing I LSN 24 Ecology LSS 100 Life and Study Skills LSM 100 Applied Mathematics Majors Applications Development Major CIS 210 Year 2 Semester CIS 220 Applied Discrete Maths CIS 240 Object Oriented Programming CIS 290 Operating Systems LSC 210 Academic Reading and Writing II Year Semester 5 CIA 10 Database Design and Administration CIA 20 Game Development CIS 00 Human Computer Interaction CIS 0 System Architecture and Integration LSC 150 Academic Spoken Communication LSS 25 Research Methods Year 2 Semester 4 AES 100 Emirati Studies CIS 200 Statistics and Probability CIA 250 Web Applications Development CIS 20 Systems Analysis and Design CIS 2000 level non major elective course Year Semester AES 00 Professional Arabic CIA 0 Principles of Mobile Applications CIA 40 Cloud App Development CIB 10 Object Oriented Analysis & Design CIS 10 Project Management Year 4 Semester 7 CIA 400 Advanced Mobile Applications CIA 410 Data Driven Web Technologies CIA 420 Enterprise Database Applications CIA 450 Advanced Object Oriented Programming CIS upper level non major elective course Year 4 Semester 8 CIS 480 Work Related Learning (5 weeks) CIS upper level non major elective course CIS upper level non major elective course 74

9 H I G H E R C O L L E G E S O F T E C H N O L O G Y 75 Instructional Technology and Training Development Major Year 2 Semester CIS 210 CIS 220 Applied Discrete Maths CIS 240 Object Oriented Programming CIS 290 Operating Systems LSC 210 Academic Reading and Writing II Year Semester 5 CIM 200 Graphic Design for Multimedia CIS 00 Human Computer Interaction CTT 0 Assistive Technology CIS 0 System Architecture and Integration LSC 150 Academic Spoken Communication LSS 25 Research Methods Year 4 Semester 7 CIB 420 Customer Relationship Management Systems CTT 400 Distance and Online Education CTT 420 Staff Development and Corporate Training Strategies CTT 40 Technology Based Assessment Design and Administration CIS upper level non major elective course Interactive Multimedia Technologies Major CIS 210 Year 2 Semester CIS 220 Applied Discrete Maths CIS 240 Object Oriented Programming CIS 290 Operating Systems LSC 210 Academic Reading and Writing II Year 2 Semester 4 AES 100 Emirati Studies CIS 200 Statistics and Probability CIS 20 Systems Analysis and Design CTT 200 Principles of Learning for Instructional Technology CIS 2000 level non major elective course Year Semester AES 00 Professional Arabic CIS 10 Project Management CTT 10 Learning Environment Design, Support and Administration CTT 40 Instructional Design for Computer-Based Training CTT 50 Human Performance Technology Year 4 Semester 8 CIS 480 Work Related Learning (5 weeks) CIS upper level non major elective course CIS upper level non major elective course Year 2 Semester 4 AES 100 Emirati Studies CIS 200 Statistics and Probability CIS 20 Systems Analysis and Design CTT 200 Principles of Learning for Instructional Technology CIS 2000 level non major elective course Year Semester 5 CIM 210 Storyboarding for Multimedia CIM 00 2D Animation CIS 00 Human Computer Interaction CIS 0 System Architecture and Integration LSC 150 Academic Spoken Communication LSS 25 Research Methods Year 4 Semester 7 CIM 400 Multimedia Scripting CIM 410 Web Authoring and Administration CIM 420 Virtual Reality and Simulation CIM 40 VFX, Audio, Editing and Composition CIS upper level non major elective course Year Semester AES 00 Professional Arabic CIM 20 Programming for Multimedia CIM 40 D Modelling and Animation CIM 50 Computer Game Design and Development CIS 10 Project Management Year 4 Semester 8 CIS 480 Work Related Learning (5 weeks) CIS upper level non major elective course CIS upper level non major elective course

10 7 H I G H E R C O L L E G E S O F T E C H N O L O G Y Networking Major Year 2 Semester CIN 210 Networking Fundamentals CIS 210 CIS 220 Applied Discrete Maths CIS 240 Object Oriented Programming CIS 290 Operating Systems LSC 210 Academic Reading and Writing II Year 2 Semester 4 AES 100 Emirati Studies CIS 200 Statistics and Probability CIN 220 Routing Protocols CIN 00 LAN Switching CIS 20 Systems Analysis and Design CIS 2000 level non major elective course Year Semester 5 CIN 200 Enterprise Network Services CIN 10 Wireless Networks CIN 0 Scalable Networks CIS 00 Human Computer Interaction LSC 150 Academic Spoken Communication LSS 25 Research Methods Year 4 Semester 7 CIN 400 Routing Solutions for the Enterprise CIN 410 Network Management CIS 0 System Architecture and Integration CIS upper level non major elective course CIS upper level non major elective course Security and Forensics Major Year 2 Semester CIS 210 CIS 220 Applied Discrete Maths CIS 240 Object Oriented Programming CIS 290 Operating Systems LSC 210 Academic Reading and Writing II Year Semester 5 CSF 00 Cyber Law and Ethics CSF 10 Incidence Response and Disaster Recovery CIS 00 Human Computer Interaction CIS 0 System Architecture and Integration LSC 150 Academic Spoken Communication LSS 25 Research Methods Year Semester AES 00 Professional Arabic CIN 20 WAN Technologies CIN 0 Network Security CIN 50 Virtualisation Technologies CIS 10 Project Management Year 4 Semester 8 CIN 420 Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) Fundamentals CIS 480 Work Related Learning (5 weeks) CIS upper level non major elective course Year 2 Semester 4 AES 100 Emirati Studies CIS 200 Statistics and Probability CIN 200 Enterprise Network Services CIS 20 Systems Analysis and Design CIS 2000 level non major elective course Year Semester AES 00 Professional Arabic CIS 10 Project Management CSF 20 Intrusion Detection and Ethical Hacking CSF 40 Computer Forensics and Investigation CSF 0 Cryptography and Network Security Year 4 Semester 7 CSF 400 Security and Risk Management CSF 410 Web Application and E-Commerce Security CSF 420 Telecommunications and WAN Security CSF 41 Security Intelligence CIS upper level non major elective course Year 4 Semester 8 CIS 480 Work Related Learning (5 weeks) CIS upper level non major elective course CIS upper level non major elective course 7

11 H I G H E R C O L L E G E S O F T E C H N O L O G Y 77 Diploma in Applied Computer and Information Science The Applied Diploma in Computer and Information Science programme prepares students for careers in the design, installation, operation, and administration of network and Internet-based information systems. Graduates will identify, analyse and solve problems, both within and across areas of Information Technology. Using the most up-to-date curriculum, the programme develops students technical skills as well as communications and teamwork skills to meet industry needs in employing highly effective workers. * CLICK HERE or go to page 124 to view the Programme Learning Outcomes (PLOs) for this Programme and/or Major Common Courses Core Courses Required Credits: 5 CID 100 Introduction to Internet Technologies CID 101 Computer Hardware and Software CID 102 Basic Networking CID 105 Web Design CID 10 Databases CID 200 Database Management Systems CID 201 Security Fundamentals CID 205 Information Assurance CID 2087 Applied Diploma Work Placement 7 CID 2094 Applied Diploma Project 4 Major Courses Computer System Support & Administration Core Courses Major code: CSA CID 112 Customer Service Skills CID 120 Networking Concepts CID 220 Local Area & Wireless Networking CID 221 Network Services Administration CID 222 Network Domain Administration General Studies English, Arabic or other Languages 9 Humanities or Art The Natural Sciences The Social or Behavioural Sciences E-Office Support and Administration Core Courses Major code: CSE CID 112 Customer Service Skills CID 10 Advanced Productivity Tools CID 20 Fundamentals of Digital Multimedia CID 21 E-Office Procedures CID 22 Interactive Multimedia Tools and Applications Total Required Credits 8 Minimum Duration of Study 2 Maximum Duration of Study 4 Programme Code CISAP Industry Sponsored Programme No

12 78 H I G H E R C O L L E G E S O F T E C H N O L O G Y Ideal Semester Plan Computer System Support and Administration Year 1 Semester 1 Year 1 Semester 2 AES 101 Arabic Communications I CID 105 Web Design CID 100 Introduction to Internet Technologies CID 10 Databases CID 101 Computer Hardware and Software CID 112 Customer Service Skills CID 102 Basic Networking CID 120 Networking Concepts LSC 110 Academic Reading and Writing I LSS 100 Life and Study Skills Year 2 Semester Year 2 Semester 4 Required Credits: 20 CID 200 Database Management Systems AES 100 Emirati Studies CID 201 Security Fundamentals CID 205 Information Assurance CID 220 Local Area & Wireless Networking CID 2087 Applied Diploma Work Placement 7 CID 221 Network Services Administration CID 2094 Applied Diploma Project 4 LSC 210 Academic Reading and Writing II CID 222 Network Domain Administration LSN 24 Ecology E-Office Support and Administration Year 1 Semester 1 Year 1 Semester 2 AES 101 Arabic Communications I CID 105 Web Design CID 100 Introduction to Internet Technologies CID 10 Databases CID 101 Computer Hardware and Software CID 112 Customer Service Skills CID 102 Basic Networking CID 10 Advanced Productivity Tools LSC 110 Academic Reading and Writing I LSS 100 Life and Study Skills Year 2 Semester Year 2 Semester 4 Required Credits: 20 CID 200 Database Management Systems AES 100 Emirati Studies CID 201 Security Fundamentals CID 205 Information Assurance CID 220 Local Area & Wireless Networking CID 2087 Applied Diploma Work Placement 7 CID 221 Network Services Administration CID 2094 Applied Diploma Project 4 LSC 210 Academic Reading and Writing II CID 222 Network Domain Administration LSN 24 Ecology 78