59 xxx The 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 Division s 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 Division s 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, Private Enterprise, 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.
0 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 (Business Solutions) HCT Catalog 2012/201 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 are encouraged to explore and manage effective and efficient use of Information Systems, both for innovation Computer and Information Science Core s Required : 48 CIS 100 Information Systems in Organizations and CIS 110 Hardware and Networking CIS 120 Web Technologies CIS 10 Data and Information Management CIS 140 Fundamentals of Programming CIS 150 Introduction to Multimedia CIS 200 Statistics and Probability CIS 210 Principles of Information Assurance, CIS 20 Systems Analysis and Design CIS 240 Object Oriented Programming CIS 10 Project Management CIS 410 Emerging Technologies CIS 420 Information Technology Strategy and Governance CIS 480 Work Related Learning CIS 490 Capstone Project (Integrative and Required : Select 1 2000 level course Select 1 4000 level course 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. Business Solutions Core s Required : 27 BUS 457 Customer Relationship Management CIB 200 Technology based Marketing CIB 00 Human Resource Management and Systems CIB 10 Object Oriented Analysis and 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 Required : 9 B. Mathematics C. Art and Humanities E. Physical and Biological Sciences F. Global Studies Total Required 120 Minimum Duration of Study 4 Maximum Duration of Study Program Code CIBAB Cost Recovery Program No Major Code CIB 0 HCT Catalog 2012/201 PROGRAMS
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 1 Bachelor of Applied Science in Information Systems ( 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 Computer and Information Science Core s Required : 45 CIS 100 Information Systems in Organizations and CIS 110 Hardware and Networking CIS 120 Web Technologies CIS 10 Data and Information Management CIS 140 Fundamentals of Programming CIS 150 Introduction to Multimedia CIS 200 Statistics and Probability CIS 210 Principles of Information Assurance, CIS 20 Systems Analysis and Design CIS 10 Project Management CIS 410 Emerging Technologies CIS 420 Information Technology Strategy and Governance CIS 480 Work Related Learning CIS 490 Capstone Project (Integrative and Required : Select 1 2000 level course Select 1 4000 level course incidents and disasters. The major prepares students to work as: Specialists, Practitioners, Managers & Consultants; Forensic Investigators and IT auditors. Graduates will be able to work at all levels of Information, including policy, security system design, implementation and forensic investigation. and Forensics Core s Required : 0 CIN 200 Enterprise Network Services CSF 210 Intrusion Detection and Ethical Hacking CSF 00 Cyber Law and Ethics CSF 10 Incidence Response and Disaster Recovery CSF 0 Operating System Administration and CSF 40 Computer Forensics and Investigation CSF 0 Cryptography and Network CSF 400 and Risk Management CSF 410 Web Application and E-Commerce CSF 420 Telecommunications and WAN Required : 9 B. Mathematics C. Art and Humanities E. Physical and Biological Sciences F. Global Studies HCT Catalog 2012/201 Total Required 120 Minimum Duration of Study 4 Maximum Duration of Study Program Code CSFAB Cost Recovery Program No Major Code CSF HCT Catalog 2012/201 PROGRAMS
2 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 Technology (Applications Development) HCT Catalog 2012/201 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 Computer and Information Science Core s Required : 48 CIS 100 Information Systems in Organizations and CIS 110 Hardware and Networking CIS 120 Web Technologies CIS 10 Data and Information Management CIS 140 Fundamentals of Programming CIS 150 Introduction to Multimedia CIS 200 Statistics and Probability CIS 210 Principles of Information Assurance, CIS 20 Systems Analysis and Design CIS 240 Object Oriented Programming CIS 00 Human Computer Interaction CIS 10 Project Management CIS 410 Emerging Technologies CIS 480 Work Related Learning CIS 490 Capstone Project (Integrative and Required : Select 1 2000 level course Select 1 4000 level course 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. Applications Development Core s Required : 27 CIA 250 Web Applications Development CIA 10 Database Design and Administration CIA 0 Principles of Mobile Applications 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 and Design CSF 0 Operating System Administration and Required : 9 B. Mathematics C. Art and Humanities E. Physical and Biological Sciences F. Global Studies Total Required 120 Minimum Duration of Study 4 Maximum Duration of Study Program Code CIAAB Cost Recovery Program No Major Code CIA 2 HCT Catalog 2012/201 PROGRAMS
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 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 process and accommodate individual learning preferences. The major will prepare students to work effectively Computer and Information Science Core s Required : 48 CIS 100 Information Systems in Organizations and CIS 110 Hardware and Networking CIS 120 Web Technologies CIS 10 Data and Information Management CIS 140 Fundamentals of Programming CIS 150 Introduction to Multimedia CIS 200 Statistics and Probability CIS 210 Principles of Information Assurance, CIS 20 Systems Analysis and Design CIS 240 Object Oriented Programming CIS 00 Human Computer Interaction CIS 10 Project Management CIS 410 Emerging Technologies CIS 480 Work Related Learning CIS 490 Capstone Project (Integrative and Required : Select 1 2000 level course Select 1 4000 level course in the corporate sector, build training programs, 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. Instructional Technology and Training Management Core s Required : 27 CSF 0 Operating System Administration and 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 400 Distance and Online Education CTT 410 Customer Relationship Management CTT 420 Staff Development and Corporate Training Strategies CTT 40 Technology Based Assessment Design and Administration Required : 9 B. Mathematics C. Art and Humanities E. Physical and Biological Sciences F. Global Studies HCT Catalog 2012/201 Total Required 120 Minimum Duration of Study 4 Maximum Duration of Study Program Code CTTAB Cost Recovery Program No Major Code CTT HCT Catalog 2012/201 PROGRAMS
4 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 Technology (Interactive Multimedia Technologies) HCT Catalog 2012/201 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 & Computer and Information Science Core s Required : 45 CIS 100 Information Systems in Organizations and CIS 110 Hardware and Networking CIS 120 Web Technologies CIS 10 Data and Information Management CIS 140 Fundamentals of Programming CIS 150 Introduction to Multimedia CIS 200 Statistics and Probability CIS 210 Principles of Information Assurance, CIS 20 Systems Analysis and Design CIS 00 Human Computer Interaction CIS 10 Project Management CIS 410 Emerging Technologies CIS 480 Work Related Learning CIS 490 Capstone Project (Integrative and Required : Select 1 2000 level course Select 1 4000 level course 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 & D Graphic Artists, Animation Experts, Interactive Multimedia Developers, Game Designers & Developers and Simulation Specialists. Interactive Multimedia Technologies Core s Required : 0 CDG 20 Introduction to Graphic Design CDA 20 Principles of Animation I CIM 10 Storyboarding and Animatics CIM 20 Programming for Multimedia CIM 0 2D D Animation CIM 400 Multimedia Scripting CIM 410 Web Authoring and Administration CIM 420 Virtual Reality and Simulation CIM 40 VFX, Audio, Editing and Composition CSF 0 Operating System Administration and Required : 9 B. Mathematics C. Art and Humanities E. Physical and Biological Sciences F. Global Studies Total Required 120 Minimum Duration of Study 4 Maximum Duration of Study Program Code CIMAB Cost Recovery Program No Major Code CIM 4 HCT Catalog 2012/201 PROGRAMS
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 5 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, Information Systems and Technologies Core s Required : 45 CIS 100 Information Systems in Organizations and CIS 110 Hardware and Networking CIS 120 Web Technologies CIS 10 Data and Information Management CIS 140 Fundamentals of Programming CIS 150 Introduction to Multimedia CIS 200 Statistics and Probability CIS 210 Principles of Information Assurance, CIS 20 Systems Analysis and Design CIS 00 Human Computer Interaction CIS 10 Project Management CIS 410 Emerging Technologies CIS 480 Work Related Learning CIS 490 Capstone Project (Integrative and Required : Select 1 2000 level course Select 1 4000 level course 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. Networking Core s Required : 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 CIN 400 Advanced Routing CIN 410 Advanced Switching CSF 0 Operating System Administration and Required : 9 B. Mathematics C. Art and Humanities E. Physical and Biological Sciences F. Global Studies HCT Catalog 2012/201 Total Required 120 Minimum Duration of Study 4 Maximum Duration of Study Program Code CINAB Cost Recovery Program No Major Code CIN HCT Catalog 2012/201 PROGRAMS