CONTENT. King Hussein Faculty of Computing Sciences

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2 CONTENT About Mission, Vision & Goals Computing Sciences Faculty Computing Sciences Resources Bachelors Degree Programs B. Sc. Program in Computer Science B. Sc. Program in Software Engineering B. Sc. Program in Computer Graphics and Animation Master Degree Programs Master of Science Program in Computer Science Master of Science Program in Information Systems Security and Digital Criminology

3 King Hussein Faculty of Computing Sciences Princess Sumaya University for Technology (PSUT) is the only non-profit and private Jordanian university - a leading university in Information and Communications Technology (ICT) and electronics engineering, and a centre of educational excellence both locally and regionally. It is owned by the Royal Scientific Society, serving as the academic arm of El Hassan Science City. The university s main mission is to educate students and qualify them to pursue careers in the fields of ICT, electronics engineering, computer and communication engineering, and business. PSUT tries to instill in its students a deep sense of social responsibility combined with a creative, entrepreneurial drive by encouraging resourcefulness and innovation both in academics and extracurricular activities. The at the Princess Sumaya University for Technology (PSUT) was established in the academic year of This new establishment was in line with PSUT s master plan to develop and improve its facilities and faculties. The faculty consists of two academic departments: Computer Science Department, established in 1991 Computer Graphics and Animation Department, established in 2006 We are proud of the recognition and confidence that our graduates enjoy in the market from national and international IT firms, which is a result of our faculty s effort to continuously improve the levels of education and training while adapting and cultivating students skills and preparing them for a rapidly developing Information Technology sector. Following the university policy of engagement with, and openness to, the market, the faculty has developed integral relationships with well-known information technology companies at both the local and international levels. Several agreements have also been signed with academic institutions and prestigious universities worldwide in order to exchange experiences, knowledge and technology. King Hussein Faculty of Computing Sciences continues to remain at the forefront of numerous scientific and academic achievements locally, regionally and internationally. In 2010, took a major step toward advancing the quality of its programs by proceeding with preparation for ABET accreditation. ABET is a well known international accreditation agency whose approval of our programs would be an assurance that we provide our students with an excellent educational foundation that makes them capable of leading the way in innovation and emerging technologies, thus contributing to economic prosperity and public welfare. Offering internationally accredited programs will give PSUT students an edge over graduates of other universities and help them compete shoulder to shoulder with graduates worldwide. For now King Hussein Faculty of Computing Sciences has selected the computer science program for ABET accreditation but plans to expand the process to other programs in the future. In line with ABET accreditation process requirements, King Hussein Faculty of Computing Sciences began standardizing all its courses and curricula to conform with ABET recommended format and requirements which assure that the programs offered are of the highest quality and standard. 2 3

4 Mission The mission of the is to educate graduates for professional leadership and lifelong learning, excel in research and innovation that discovers new knowledge and enables new information technologies and systems, and serve the community and the profession by participating in activities designed to improve and preserve the body of knowledge in computing. Vision The vision of the is to become a recognized leader in Jordan and in the region offering high-quality graduate and undergraduate programs in computing sciences to a large number of talented students. The will continue to develop and administer programs which serve the needs of industrial computer scientists, researchers, and computer application specialists. Goals The current goals of the are to obtain and maintain ABET accreditation for the B.Sc. program in Computer Science, to develop faculty expertise in emerging areas of computing sciences, to support student and faculty research, and to conduct outreach activities through strong cooperation with local industries and institutions. Computing Sciences Faculty consists of highly qualified, distinguished faculty members, most of whom have graduated from well known American or European universities. They are actively engaged in research in areas such as software engineering, networking, databases, operating systems, internet programming, software engineering, mobile computing, algorithms, computer architecture, artificial intelligence, computer graphics, multimedia, human computer interaction, game design and programming, digital image processing, 2D and 3D animation, computer vision and information and network security. Computing Resources has state-of-the-art computing facilities including e-research laboratories housing research in areas of computer science such as: networking, real-time systems, hypermedia, parallel processing, collaborative systems and computer graphics and animation. In addition, PSUT students have the advantage of using available resources in some international institutions through the various agreements and cooperative partnerships that PSUT has with these institutions. In addition, PSUT students have online access to ACM, IEEE, and many other e-libraries. 4 5

5 Bachelors Programs offers the following three Bachelor of Science (B. Sc.) programs: B. Sc. in Computer Science B. Sc. in Computer Graphics and Animation B. Sc. in Software Engineering All three programs are fully accredited by the Jordanian Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research. Admission requirements: Applicants with a high school diploma average of 70% or higher in either the Science or Information Technology branch can apply. Students with foreign diplomas can also apply in accordance with the rules of Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research. Students must also set for an entrance exam in addition to an interview. Degree Requirements: 132 credits of undergraduate coursework are required. This includes a two-month summer training and a graduation project. Student must complete 80 credits of the coursework related to the specific major in addition to mathematics, science, social and business courses. 6 7

6 Bachelor of Science Program in Computer Science The Department of Computer Science offers a four-year undergraduate program, established in 1991, leading to a Bachelor of Science (B. Sc.) degree in Computer Science. Our main tasks are to educate the next generation of technical professionals in the skills and knowledge necessary to create and manage the technology-based enterprises that will spur future economic growth and improve the standard of living. This program is designed to provide high-quality theoretical and practical education computer science and to address the growing computer education demands for professionals in the field. The program is highly regarded in Jordan and the region with our students achieving the highest level in computer graduation exams conducted by the Ministry of Higher Education in Jordan for three consecutive years. Many international programming competition prizes (IEEE, ACM, Microsoft) have also been won. Most recently, the Computer Science program at PSUT was selected by the Ministry of Higher Education as a distinct program at the national level. CS Program Mission The mission of the Computer Science program is to provide highly qualified, locally and internationally competitive IT personnel. We aim to offer our students an opportunity of entering this extremely competitive field on an equal footing with IT professionals in other countries. PSUT aims, therefore, to provide world class programs that are flexible and up-to date, within a stable, well-supported learning environment. We strive to produce graduates that will be able to compete successfully for work anywhere in the world. CS Program Objectives: The main objective of the Computer Science program is to provide a technically oriented scientific undergraduate education for individuals who are motivated to build their computer science skills and knowledge. Another major objective is to prepare students to pursue and excel in graduate studies. CS Areas of Specialization Programming and Algorithms Web Programming Database Management Systems Operating Systems System Analysis and Software Engineering Artificial Intelligence Computer Networks The main goal of the Computer Science Department at PSUT is to ensure that after the completion of the academic program, the graduates are well prepared and fully equipped for successful careers as computer specialists. 8 9

7 CS Achievements: The CS department won the Prince El Hassan Prize for Scientific Distinction The Computer Science program at PSUT was selected recently by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research as a distinct program at the national level. The CS graduates scored the highest in the Ministry of Higher Education Competency Exam in Computer Science for three consecutive years. CS students won the third place in the international Microsoft Imagine Cup 2011 competition (NewYork, USA). CS students won third place in the National ACM Programming Contest 2011, (Amman Jordan). CS students won ninth place in the international IEEE Xtreme Programming Competition. CS students participated in several regional ACM programming contests in Cairo and in Beirut. CS students participated in and won several prizes in various graduation project competitions locally and internationally. CS graduates have a very highly employability record

8 Bachelor of Science Program in Software Engineering In the Academic year of 2011/2012, the Department of Computer Science established a four years undergraduate program (B. Sc.) in Software Engineering. This program is designed to offer high quality education related to theoretical and practical problems in the field of Software Engineering and to address the growing education demands of graduates and professionals for an advanced Computer Science education. SWE Program Mission The mission of the Software Engineering program is the education of professionals who can define, design, develop and deliver high quality software systems within resource constraints, and to enable them to practice their profession with proficiency and integrity. SWE Program Objectives The main objectives of the Software Engineering program are to produce graduates who are effective team members aware of cultural diversity, who conduct themselves ethically and professionally, use effective communication and technical skills, and produce quality software, in time and within budgetary constraints. Graduates develop and adapt their knowledge of science, mathematics and engineering in order to be able to meet future challenges in the field that will require an increased level of self-reliance, technical expertise, and leadership. SWE Areas of Specialization Programming Languages and Algorithms System Analysis and Design Software Architecture & Design Software development Software deployment Software Testing and Quality Assurance 12 13

9 Bachelor of Science Program in Computer Graphics & Animation The Department of Computer Graphics and Animation at PSUT was established in 2006 offering a four-year undergraduate program leading to a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Graphics and Animation. The program is the first of its kind in Jordan and the region aiming to providing students with high quality education in the field of two and three-dimensional computer graphics for animation production and game developing. CGA Program Mission: The mission of the Computer Graphics and Animation program is to offer an academic major that brings the Jordanian computer gaming and animation industry international recognition. The program aims to deliver its curricula by creatively and innovatively merging science and art in an effort to draw out the imagination, ingenuity and talent of its students and enable them to effectively develop the Jordan animation film and digital game producing industry. CGA Program Objectives: The main objective of the Computer Graphics and Animation program is to graduate students equipped with a distinguished education in the field of two and three-dimensional computer graphics. Students are provided with the skills required for using modern techniques and programming in designing graphics and using them in films, educational programs, promotion and computer games, and artistic works. With the educational plan designed thoroughly to meet the demands of the industry of graphics, there is an emphasis on the practical side through laboratory and field training in specialized companies. CGA Area of specialization: 2D and 3D Animation and Graphics Game Design and Programming Multimedia Design and System Computer Graphics Science and Mathematics Fundamentals of Computing and Programming Languages CGA Achievements: Employment rate in excess of 95% employment rate of CGA graduates Princess Hassan Prize for Scientific Distinction in 2009 for the novelty of the specialization First place in the Game Startup camp for two years in a row Winning the Tak-Tek Competition First place in the Drivers of Change competition Animation Festival awards Second place in the Hack-You Competition Winner in the Imagine Cup Digital Media Competition Organization of JoAnimate, the first Animation Festival in Jordan and Middle East Organization of the first Animation Film Festival in PSUT and Jordan Establishment of the CGA Club Establishment of the Women in Animation Society Middle East and regional branch 14 15

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11 Master Degree Programs The Computer Science department offers two master degree programs in Computer Science and in Information Systems Security and Digital Criminology both of which are fully accredited by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research. Admission Requirements: To be accepted into any of the master programs, the minimum requirement is a bachelor s degree in a related field from an accredited institution with a rank of Good or above. Additionally, applicants must pass the required English language test in accordance with the rules of the Higher Educational Council in Jordan. An accepted student may have to take some prerequisites undergraduate courses based on the topics that he/she is deficient in. The prerequisite courses for each student will be determined by the department graduate committee. The maximum number of prerequisite courses is three

12 Master of Science Program in Computer Science Since 2009, the Department of Computer Science has offered a two-year graduate thesis-based program leading to a Master of Science (M. Sc.) degree in Computer Science. This program is designed to promote high achievement in theoretical and practical problem-solving in the field of computer science and to address the growing education demands of graduate and professionals for an advanced Computer Science education. M. Sc. CS Program Objectives: The main objective of the M. Sc. degree in Computer Science is to provide a technically oriented scientific graduate education for individuals who are motivated to extend their computer science expertise and education or to acquire new technical and scientific skills in the discipline of computer science. Another objective of this program is to prepare students for their graduate studies at the Ph.D. level. M. Sc. CS Areas of Specialization: Computer Networking and Security Image Processing and Pattern Recognition Software Engineering Databases and Data Mining Algorithms Artificial Intelligence M. Sc. CS Degree Requirements: 24 credits of advanced graduate coursework are required in addition to 9 credits for the thesis

13 Master of Science Program in Information Systems Security and Digital Criminology In 2011, the Department of Computer Science established master degree program in Information Systems Security and Digital Criminology (ISSDC) in response to the growing need for this specialization globally, regionally and locally. The Master degree program in ISSDC aims to prepare students to acquire scientific, theoretical and technical capacity in dealing with institutions and companies that face the risk of their information systems and computer networks becoming increasingly vulnerable to cyber crimes and attacks that are punishable by law. This decision came after consultation with specialists from public and private sector institutions that are potential targets of cyber crimes or of whose work involves dealing with cyber-criminal activities. These institutions include all the security branches of the Jordanian government such as Public Security, General Intelligence Department, Armed Forces, Jordan Central Bank, and Crisis Management, as well as private sector institutions such as financial institutions, telecommunications companies and internet service providers. This program won the Prince El Hassan Prize for Scientific distinction in

14 M. Sc. ISSDC Program Objectives: The primary objective of this program is to prepare students for supervisory positions in careers requiring extensive understanding and interaction with information system security and crimes. The strong interest in this program comes from the unique relationship between the areas of computer security, information systems strategy and policy, cybercrime & prevention. Another major objective of this program is to prepare students for their graduate studies at the Ph.D. level. M. Sc. ISSDC Areas of Specialization: Information System Security Computer Networks Security Cyber Criminology Computer Forensics Information Security Management and Auditing Digital Threats and Crime Analysis and Investigation M. Sc. ISSDC Degree Requirements: Track 1: 24 credit hours of advanced graduate coursework and 9 credit hours for the thesis. Track 2: 30 credit hours of advanced graduate coursework and 3 credit hours for a research project and comprehensive exam. 24

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