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Bachelor of Science in Computing Information Systems with concentration in Information Systems Security
October 4, 2021 2022-07-15 4:42Bachelor of Science in Computing Information Systems with concentration in Information Systems Security
Information System Security
Information Systems Security Concentration
Bachelor of Science in Computing and Information Systems (with a Concentration in Information Systems Security) the CIS program with a concentration in Information Systems Security (ISS) prepares students for exciting and rewarding careers in managing and securing modern information systems.
More specifically, the CIS program with a concentration in ISS provides ways to integrate theoretical knowledge, contemporary techniques, skills, and tools that are necessary to secure information systems.
Graduates with a BS. In CIS (ISS concentration) are prepared to pursue entry level and managerial careers with the following job titles:
- Computer and Information Systems Manager
- Information Security Analyst
- Computer Security Specialist
- Information/Technology Security Manager
- Computer Forensics Expert
- Ethical Hacker / Penetration Engineer
- Computer Support Specialists (Helpdesk/Quality Assurance Specialist, Technical Trainer, etc.)
- Network Administrator/Architect/Manager
- IT Auditor
- IT Security Consultant.
- Accredited programs nationally & internationally
- Subsidiary of the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry
- Welcoming and friendly learning environment
- Applied curriculum based on American system of education
- Focus on student-centered learning
- Internship with job placement opportunities
- Flexible schedule for working students
- Increased success rate in professional certification programs after earning their academic degree
Bachelor of Science in Computing and Information Systems (with a Concentration in Information Systems Security) the CIS program with a concentration in Information Systems Security (ISS) prepares students for exciting and rewarding careers in managing and securing modern information systems.
More specifically, the CIS program with a concentration in ISS provides ways to integrate theoretical knowledge, contemporary techniques, skills, and tools that are necessary to secure information systems.
Graduates with a BS. In CIS (ISS concentration) are prepared to pursue entry level and managerial careers with the following job titles:
- Computer and Information Systems Manager
- Information Security Analyst
- Computer Security Specialist
- Information/Technology Security Manager
- Computer Forensics Expert
- Ethical Hacker / Penetration Engineer
- Computer Support Specialists (Helpdesk/Quality Assurance Specialist, Technical Trainer, etc.)
- Network Administrator/Architect/Manager
- IT Auditor
- IT Security Consultant.
The Program educational objectives (PEO) for this program is the following:
- Demonstrate ethical and professional practices to computing and information systems by being aware of the impact of computer technology on humans and environment.
- Apply knowledge of computing and information systems to address the critical needs of computing and information systems environment.
- Establish a successful professional career in the computer and information systems related industry.
- Exemplify critical thinking, teamwork collaborations and communication skills to solve real-life problems.
BSCIS-ISS Program Learning Outcomes
- Apply knowledge of computing, information systems, and mathematics.
- Identify, formulate and solve computing and information systems related problems
- Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline.(ABET-2)
- Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline. (ABET-5)
- Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles. (ABET-4)
- Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts. (ABET-3)
- Analyze a complex computing problem and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions. (ABET-1)
- Use the current computing and information systems techniques, skills, and tools necessary for computing practice.
- Support the delivery, use, and management of information systems within an information systems environment. (ABET-6)
Below are the number of students’ enrollment for BCIS-ISS program for the past 5 years (2016-2022).
| Academic Year | Number of Enrollment |
| 2021-2022 | 55* |
| 2020-2021 | 89 |
| 2019-2020 | 137 |
| 2018-2019 | 61 |
| 2017-2018 | 96 |
| 2016-2017 | 45 |
| 2015-2016 | 25 |
* This number is as for the Fall 21-22 semester
Below are number of students’ graduation for BCIS-ISS program for the past 5 years (2016-2022).
| Academic Year | Number of Enrollment |
| 2020-2021 | 21 |
| 2019-2020 | 20 |
| 2018-2019 | 14 |
| 2017-2018 | 11 |
| 2016-2017 | 4 |
* Graduation ceremony is in the Spring 2021-2022 semester.
- CAA, Ministry of Education (MOE) – UAE
The Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) is the Federal Government’s Quality Assurance Agency charged with promoting educational excellence across diverse institutions of higher learning in the UAE. Through licensure of post-secondary educational institutions, and accreditation of individual programs, the Commission strives to assure high quality education, consistent with international standards. www.caa.aeKHDA – Dubai, UAE
The Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) is responsible for the growth and quality of private education in Dubai. We support schools, universities, parents, students, educators, investors and government partners to create a high quality education sector focused on happiness and wellbeing. www.khda.gov.aeABET
The CAC/ABET accreditation is a quality stamp in computing education and an assurance that the CIS program meets the quality standards set by the computing profession.Please visit the official ABET website for more details: www.abet.org
Upon successful completion of the B.Sc Computing and Information Systems (with Concentration Information Systems Security) program, a student will be able to:
1. Apply knowledge of computing, information systems, and mathematics.
2. Identify, formulate and solve computing and information systems related problems
3. Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline.(ABET-2)
4. Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline. (ABET-5)
5. Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles. (ABET-4)
6. Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts. (ABET-3)
7. Analyze a complex computing problem and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions. (ABET-1)
8. Use the current computing and information systems techniques, skills, and tools necessary for computing practice.
9. Support the delivery, use, and management of information systems within an information systems environment. (ABET-6)- CAA, Ministry of Education (MOE) – UAE
Upon successful completion of the B.Sc Computing and Information Systems (with Concentration Information Systems Security) program, a student will have:
| Item | 2018-19 | ||
| A.1 Tuition Fee for BBA / BS CIS ISS | Local Students (AED) | International Students (USD) | |
| Regular Students (per 3 CH ) | 5,800 | – | |
| Visiting (Short course) (per 3 CH ) | 6,600 | 1,800 | |
| A.2 Tuition fee for Electrical Engineering CE | |||
| Engineering Courses ( per 1 CH ) | 2,300 | 2,050 | |
| Visiting Engineering students – General Education Course (per 3 CH) | 6,600 | ||
| Visiting Engineering students – Engineering Courses (per 1 CH ) | 2,600 | ||
| A.3 Remedial Courses for all programs -Fee per course – discount is not applicable | |||
| Foundation IELTS preparation (15-week) | 5,800 | ||
| Advanced IELTS preparation (15-week) | 5,800 | ||
| Pre-Math | 5,800 | – | |
| A.4 Internship/Industry Project for BBA / BS CIS ISS | |||
| Regular Students | 11,600 | – | |
| Visiting (Short course) | 13,200 | 3,600 | |
| A.5 Internship/Industry Project for Electrical Engineering CE | |||
| Regular Students | 10,000 | ||
| Visiting (Short course) | 11,300 | ||
| A.6 Tuition fee for Lab courses: ITGN 115, ITGN 120, ITGN 230, ITGN 315, ITGN 350, BBUS 215, BBUS 400, GPHY 100, GPHY 150, ENAP 150, ENMA 200, ENDD 200, ENEC 200, ENEL 250, ENSS 300, ENMP 300, ENCS 300, CECN 400, ENPR 401, ENPR 402 = AED 1,000 /per Course | |||
| Regular Students | 5,800+1000=6,800 | – | |
| Visiting (Short course) | =6,600+1,000=7,600 | 2,050 | |
| A.7 International Student Exchange Program as per MoUs | – | As per MoUs or $1,250 | |
| B. Special Discounts for all programs (not applicable for short course/visiting students) NIL discount for PhD | |||
| B.1 | UAE/GCC Nationals | 10% | – |
| B.2 | Students working in Government Departments | 10% | – |
| B.3 | Relatives (brothers/sisters/husband/wife) | 10% | – |
| B.4 | Employees of UD/DCCI | 15% | – |
| B.5 | UD Alumni and sons/daughters/brothers/sisters of UD Alumni | 10% | – |
| B.6 | GPA of ≥ 3.60 at the end of term | 20% | 20% |
| *The maximum discount permissible per student is 30%. | |||
| C. Miscellaneous Fees (Non-refundable) | (AED) | (USD) | |
| C.1 | Application fee | 200 | 100 |
| C.2 | Transfer Application Fee ( Refundable after Course Registration) | 300 | |
| C.3 | Admission Fees (includes Student ID card) | 500 | 200 |
| C.4 | English Placement Test (first time & each time a test is repeated) | 300 | See Notes |
| C.5 | Math Placement Test (first time & each time a test is repeated) | 300 | |
| C.6 | Replacement of a lost ID | 100 | |
| C.7 | Registration Fees – Fall/Spring | 1,000 | |
| C.8 | Registration Fees – Short semester | 500 | |
| C.9 | Late Registration Fee (per course) | 500 | |
| C.10 | Late Registration Fee (Internship) | 500 | |
| C.11 | Student Activity Fees – Fall/Spring | 200 | |
| C.12 | Student Activity Fees – Short semester | 100 | |
| C.13 | Each Post Dated Check (Max 3 in Fall & Spring & 1 in Short semester) | 200 | |
| C.14 | Returned check (maximum 2 chances) | 750 | |
| C.15 | Postponement of post-dated cheque | 250 | |
| D. Miscellaneous Course Related Fees (Non-refundable) | (AED) | (USD) | |
| D.1 | Change of Major (after 45 Credit Hours) | 500 | See Notes |
| D.2 | Application for Incomplete/Make-up Exam (Mid-term/Final exams) | 1,000 | |
| D.3 | Certificate (To Whom it May Concern) | 100 | |
| D.4 | Transcripts | 100 | |
| D.5 | Application for Reviewing Final Exam Sheet | 500 | |
| D.6 | Professional Fee/Other – On time fee applied to Engineering Students | 500 | |
| D.7 | Issuance of Degree Certificate Fee | 350 | 220 |
| D.8 | Re-issuance of Degree Certificate | 1,000 | 300 |
| D.9 | Attestation of True Copy Certificate | 100 | |
| D.10 | Financial & Accounts statement’s printing fee | 100 | See Notes |
| D.11 | Graduation Fee | 2,000 | |
| D.12 | Course Syllabus – print & stamp fee (per course) | 100 | |
| D.13 | Technology Fee (once only – at the time of enrollment) | 700 | |
| The university reserves the right to increase tuition fees up to 10% per academic year when deemed necessary. | |||
| Continuing Students with CGPA >=3.6 are eligible for 20% on the semester tuition fees ( with the CAP of 30%) | |||
| Notes: | |||
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High School Requirements
Curriculum | Qualification | Minimum Score Required |
UAE Curriculum | General Secondary School Certificate | 65% 60 – 64.9% Conditional Acceptance |
Indian Curriculum | Indian School Certificate awarded by ICSE or CBSE | 55% |
British |
Note: Islamic and Arabic languages are not considered in total score | Students must take physics & Calculus as a compulsory requirement |
American Curriculum | American High School Diploma providing Grade 10, 11 & 12 | 65% Overall average of Grade C (65% or 2.3/4.0) |
Notes: Students with qualifications other than those listed above are advised to contact the student recruitment and admissions representatives at UD to determine their eligibility.
English Language Requirements
Students applying must provide one of the following minimum English scores:
Standardized Tests | Score |
IELTS (Academic) | 5 overall |
EmSAT * | 1100 |
Internet-based TOEFL (iBT) | 61 |
Computer-based TOEFL | 173 |
Institutional paper-based TOEFL (PBT) | 500 |
* Note: Applicants will not be ask to provide and alternative English language proficiency test if they have already provided an EmSAT achive English score. (UD’s TOEFL code is 8239) Note: If you use the PBT TOEFL for entry, you must take the test at Amideast in Dubai or Abu Dhabi and designate the University of Dubai as the recipient of the score. For IELTS test, the following venues are recommended: British Council, University of Wollongong in Dubai, or the Higher Colleges of Technology. If you do not have the required English language proficiency score, you may take the English placement test to determine your language level. The test is conducted on a regular basis and the results will be out within 48 hours. You can register for the test after meeting the minimum high school requirement and paying AED 1,200 admission fees. * Kindly note that passing the English placement test will not exempt you from providing the official English language proficiency score during the first semester. If you fail the English placement test, you will be requested to register in the English language program for IELTS preparation, in addition to a maximum of three courses.
Documents Required
- Original UAE high school certificate or certified equivalent (approved by the Ministry of Education)
- Equivalency letter in case of foreign curriculums
- Original English language proficiency score certificate (usually sent under separate cover)
- Copy of a valid passport and Emirates identity card
- Four recent passport-size photographs (in color).
- SAT 450 or Math placement test with a minimum score of 400.
Advance standing policy
- UD recognizes the significance of superior scores earned by incoming freshmen on Advanced Placement (AP) examinations administered by the College Board, IB curriculum of International Baccalaureate Examinations, Pre-College Credit and achieving high scores in TOEFL/IELTS/EmSAT. Consideration of high performance in these selected exams may accelerate a student’s progress in his/her respective undergraduate degree program. Students should arrange to have their scores sent directly to UD Registrar from the College Board/ETS/IB Examinations. UD Institutional TOEFL Coode is 8239 and UD SAT code is 5695.
Student Options on AP/IB/GCSE Credits Matriculating students seeking credit for AP and IB exams must have official score reports sent directly to the Registrar’s office by the Educational Testing Service and International Baccalaureate Organization respectively. See Advanced Chart Placement/International Baccalaureate (Table 1).
Table 1: Examination at Advanced Placement/IB
Subjects | SCORE | University of Dubai Credit Awarded |
Computer Science A | 4 | ITGN 115 (3CH) |
Computer Science B | 4 | ITGN 120 (3CH) |
Micro Economics | 4 | Economics BECN 100 waiver |
Macro Economics | 4 | Economics BECN 225 waiver |
Language/Composition | 4 | English ENGL 100 Free (3CH) |
Literature/Composition | 4 | English ENGL 105 Free (3CH) |
Environmental Science | 4 | GCEI 100(3CH) |
Mathematics AB | 4 | GMAT 100/110 (3CH) |
Mathematics BC | 4 | GMAT 105/115 (3CH) |
Psychology | 4 | GPSY 100 (3CH) |
Statistics | 4 | BSTA 200 (3CH) |
UD reserves the right to re-evaluate the content of AP/IB exams and to change the assignment of credit and course equivalencies. Placement into advanced courses will be deliberated, given advanced course demands, between student and advisor. Students are encouraged to meet with their advisor to explore the most current AP/IB assessments. Matriculating students seeking credit for A-Level exams must bring their original A-Level certificates to the Office of Admissions in order to have their scores evaluated for credit. See GCSE Advanced (A) Level Exam Policy chart (Table-2).
Table 2: Examination at GCSE Advanced (A) Level
Subjects | GRADE OF A* or A or B (University of Dubai Credit Awarded) |
Accounting | BACC 205 Principles of Financial Accounting |
Economics | A* or A or B = Waiver of BECN 100 Microeconomics |
English | English departmental review |
Math with further Math (EdExcel) | Math departmental review |
High performance in TOEFL/IELTS/EmSAT tests Students can also be exempted from selected courses based on their high performance in the standardized tests as indicated in Table-3.
Table 3: Standardized TEST Scores
Sl # | Standardized Tests | University of Dubai Credit Awarded |
1 | TOEFL PBT ≥ 550 or iBT ≥ 79 | ENGL 100 |
2 | IELTS ≥ 6 on each section of IELTS | ENGL 100 |
3 | TOEFL PBT ≥ 600 or iBT ≥ 100 | ENGL 105 |
4 | IELTS ≥ 6.5 on each section (Reading, Listening & Speaking) of IELTS AND ≥ 7 in Writing | ENGL 105 |
5 | EmSAT English 1400-1525 | ENGL 100 |
6 | EmSAT English > 1550 and C1 in writing | ENGL 105 |
7 | Exempt students who are native English speakers | ENGL 100 & ENGL 105 |
8 | SAT or UD Institutional SAT score 600-699 | GMAT 100/110 (Math-1) |
9 | SAT or UD Institutional SAT score ≥ 700 | GMAT 105/115 (Math-2) |
10 | EmSAT math ≥ 1100-1275 | No Pre-Math course required (the students goes to Math 1 directly) |
11 | EmSAT math ≥ 1300 | GMAT 100/110 (Math-1) |
12 | Pass the IT test in http://www.microsoft.com/learning/en/us/mos-certification.aspx#fbid=4nFeENP4WwG | ITGN 115 |
Credit Evaluation Students’ scores and credits in Tables 1-3 are evaluated the year in which they matriculate according to the evaluation standards in place for that year in Tables 1-3. It is expected that students will have their respective scores submitted for evaluation prior to matriculation to facilitate a timely assessment of their scores and equivalent coursework for program planning. Students’ credits will not be assigned to the academic record retroactively. A maximum of 6courses (18 CH) may be exempted. Restrictions The University reserves the right to refuse certain credits if issues regarding the likelihood of success or progression within the program of study arise or if program requirements dictate. Certain departments such as English, Mathematics, IT and Economics have separate criteria for placement in courses to ensure that they possess critical skills and knowledge in the content area. Students’ programs and co-op plans are developed on a case-by-case basis.
Transfer Students
- Students transferring from other universities recognized by the UAE Ministry of Education should also meet all the requirements stated under admission requirements for regular students.
- Transfer students must submit original transcripts from the college/university they are transferring from. In addition, transfer students must submit the course syllabus and course description for each course they seek to transfer for credit.
- In addition, they should have earned a GPA of not less than 2.0 and may only be given transfer credit for courses which are equivalent to those offered by UD and in which they have received a minimum grade of C (equal to a GPA of 2.0 or 70%).
- The maximum number of credits a student may transfer must not exceed 50% of the total hours required for graduation.
- Transferred courses must match at least 80% of the course content of UD courses.
- Some general education courses can be transferred as Humanities and Social Science/Natural and Applied Science requirements, even when such courses are not offered at UD.
- No credits will be granted twice for similar courses taken at different universities.
Visiting Students
- Students visiting from other universities must have passed all the prerequisites for the required subjects. (The original transcripts from the university in which the student is currently studying must be provided).
- Visiting students cannot register for more than two consecutive regular semesters (short semesters are not considered).
- The visiting student may be accepted as a regular student after compliance with UD admission requirements.
Audient Students
UD allows individuals interested in a particular course to attend classes as audients. The following conditions apply:
- The candidate must show evidence of prerequisite knowledge required for attending the course (Meet the course instructor/Department Chair/Dean/Director for clarifying this point and state the reason for attending the course).
- Provide a passport copy and four recent photos.
- Pay the regular course fee as applicable for visiting or short course students.
- Attendance is not mandatory.
- Homework assignments/examinations are not mandatory
Attestation of Documents and Certificate of Equivalency
All applicants for admission are required to obtain an Equivalency Certificate for their secondary school leaving qualifications from the UAE Ministry of Education. The attestation/ratification process is dependent upon whether you completed your secondary schooling within the UAE or outside the UAE.
Applicants who hold certificates from the UAE
All applicants who have completed schooling within the UAE and who hold certificates other than the UAE General Secondary School Certificate are required to get their certificates attested/ratified by the educational authority in the city where they did their final year of studies. For example, if you did your final year in Dubai, you are advised to go to the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) to obtain the required attestations. If you did your final year in Sharjah, you are advised to go to Sharjah Education Zone, etc.
Applicants who hold certificates from outside the UAE
Applicants who obtained their secondary school certificates outside the UAE are required to ratify/attest their certificates for all secondary school levels/grades (e.g. grade 10, 11 and 12) and provide Certificate of Equivalency by doing the following:
- The Ministry of Education or the educational authority in the country where studies were done.
- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the country where studies were done.
- The UAE Embassy in the country where studies were done.
- In case the attestations couldn’t be done, as in b. and c., certificates must be attested/ratified by the embassy of the country where studies were done in the UAE as well as the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the UAE.
- After obtaining the above attestations/ratifications, the student must provide the Certificate of Equivalency Issued by the Ministry of Education in the UAE.
If you are unable to provide the Certificate of Equivalency as outlined above before the commencement of the semester, you will be asked to sign a “Declaration Letter” agreeing to provide the Certificate of Equivalency. You will be permitted to begin your studies at UD, but you will be given a maximum of one semester to get the Certificate of Equivalency. UD reserves the right to take appropriate action against any applicant who cannot provide the appropriate documentation during this time period, which may include termination of the student’s enrolment at UD.
Admissions Checklist
An applicant must provide the following documents for undergraduate admission:
- Completed application form found online at apply-now or available at the Admissions office
- Original UAE high school certificate or certified equivalent (approved by the Ministry of Education)
- Original English language proficiency score certificate (usually sent under separate cover)
- Copy of a valid passport and identity card
- Four recent passport-size photographs (in color) or in JPEG format file
Conditional Admission
Students not meeting the requirements regarding high school, English and math scores may be admitted on a conditional basis. Students with a high school score of 60-69% will be considered for admission as well. This applies to transfer students also.
- The applicant may apply for student visa only after getting admitted to the program and enroll as a Full Time student.
- Student Visa is valid only for one year.
- A student visa permits the student to work only as a part time after getting the needful approvals from the concerned authorities in the UAE.
- The approval or rejection of the visa is under General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs in Dubai. The visa process has no timing frame as it may take from two days up to two months, so we strongly recommend to submit your documents at least 2 months before the start of the term.
The Admission Office accepts applications throughout the year for the CSI program.
Please fill out this preliminary application form and one of our admission team will be in contact with you shortly. If you have any problems or questions completing the form, please contact us.
Course Description
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Prerequisites: GPRM022, or UD Math Placement Test score of 400 or above
GMAT 115 Math II for Business
This course is designed for those students who major is in Business. The course includes mathematical topics such as: Probability theory, limits, average rate of change, derivatives of functions, applications of derivatives (marginal analysis), optimization, indefinite and definite integrals.
Prerequisites: Math I for Business & Science
GPUC 100 Planning for University and Career Success
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GCMM 105 Communication Skills
The purpose of this course is to present an overview of the foundations of human communication, with particular emphasis on the principles and practices necessary to establish and maintain effective professional and business relationships. The course covers the elements, principles and goals of communication. It deals with developing the skills of interpersonal, small group and public communication in the workplace. Prerequisites: ENGL 105
GCRT 200 Critical and Creative Thinking
The purpose of this course is to explore the skills needed for effective reasoning and problem solving. The term ‘critical’ implies care and precision in all forms of evaluation and judgment, and is best displayed in acts of reasoning, including arguments and explanations. Evaluation and judgment will be explored in the course. The term ‘creative’ implies that reasoning is not a precise process. It requires effective lateral thought and the use of sound judgment.
Prerequisites: ENGL 105 (English II) o GISL 100 Islamic Thought ( Arabic)
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GISL 105 Islamic Thought ( English)
The purpose of this course is to provide the student with the necessary knowledge and information of the historical context of Islam: its pillars , pillars of faith ,sources of legislation , ethics and values .The course will also aim at enabling the student to analyze the issues of rationality ,critical thinking and science and their status in Islam. It will call the student to discuss and understand how Islam handles contemporary issues like: business and economics, human rights, globalization, terrorism, and the environment Prerequisites: None
GEST 100 Emarati Studies
This course aims to enrich awareness of Emarati culture and identity amongst students. It covers studies in the history and geography of the Emirates. The course focuses on the culture, social customs and laws of the country. The coverage also includes in-depth analysis of contemporary social, economic and cultural developments and challenges of the Emirates. Co-requisites: ENGL 100
PRMT 002 Pre-Math
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Prerequisites: Official IELTS or TOEFL required scores
ENGL 105 English II
The purpose of this course is to enlarge your general and academic English vocabulary, and increase your knowledge of words, concepts and expressions related to business and information technology. The course will also aim at developing your skills in understanding and analyzing documents written in English and your skills in paraphrasing, summarizing and responding (in writing) to documents written in English and further improve your writing in English.
Prerequisites: ENGL 100 English I
ESPU 200/210 English for Special Purposes (Business and Science)
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Prerequisites: ENGL 105 (English II)
UAE Government (GUAG 100)
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Prerequisites: ENGL 100
GCUS 100 Culture and Society
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GPSY 100 Psychology & Society
To provide the opportunity to acquire comprehensive knowledge of human behavior and the social context in which human being exists. The coverage includes a wide range of theories in psychology, social psychology, human social behavior, child development, cognitive development, interpersonal relations, mental illness parenting and other issues that enhance students understanding of human behavior to the real world.
Prerequisites: None
GSOC 100 Sociology and Society
The purpose of this course is to introduce the fundamental theories and research methods used by sociologists and other social scientists to understand the world around them. The coverage includes theories of social interaction, social stratification and inequality, social institutions, family religion, government and economy, communities, population and the environment. Prerequisites: None
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Prerequisites: ENGL 100
GEDU 100 Education & the Future
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Prerequisite: ENGL 100; Semester offered: 1 or 2
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Prerequisites: English 100
GHSO 100 Health And Society
The course will focus on the development of health education over time and its effect on society.It will enable students to understand the concepts of general health related to society. The course will cover: health and disease, public health, sciences related to public health, health care and health education sports.
Co-requisites: English 100
GBIO 100 Biotechnology
This course explains the basics of biotechnology. It describes the structure and function of genes and their role in the modern technology tools. It also elaborates the applications of gene technology in the human uses, environment, and food and agriculture areas Prerequisites: None
GHUB 100 Human Biology
The purpose of this course is to provide students with the necessary knowledge of the human body and biology. The course will focus on the human body and its related systems. It will enable students to understand the concepts of human physiology and the operations of its systems. The coverage includes: the human body in general, the physical composition, the bodily systems, and the senses.
Prerequisites: No Prerequisite
ITGN 115 Computer Applications
The purpose of this course is to offer an in-depth knowledge of computer applications. Coverage includes word-processing, spreadsheets, presentation, and database packages. Students will learn advanced functions of these applications and the way they are applied in a modern office setting.
ITGN 120 Internet Applications
The purpose of this course is to develop the skills necessary to utilize the power of the Internet for information display and retrieval. The course introduces students to the Internet technology concepts, and web programming & authoring tools that can be used to develop Internet applications. Through a focused hands-on approach, students will develop interactive web pages.
ITGN 215 Introduction to Information Systems
The purpose of this course is to introduce students to contemporary information systems and demonstrate how these systems are used throughout global organizations. Coverage includes key components of information systems and how these components can be integrated and managed to create competitive advantage. The course also provides an introduction to systems and development concepts, technology acquisition and various types of application software.
Prerequisite: BMNG 200 – ITGN 115 ; Semester offered: 1 & 2
ITGN 230 Introduction to Programming
The purpose of this course is to introduce the student to the general principles and concepts of programming. Coverage includes problem-solving, structured algorithms, program design and implementation. The course is delivered using an appropriate IT programming language such as Java and Visual Basic.
Prerequisite: ITGN 115 ; Semester offered: 2
ITGN 235 Principles of Networking
The purpose of the course is to provide essential knowledge on networking infrastructure, different types of networks and network hardware and software. Coverage includes data transmission, hubs, switches, routers, topology, wiring and physical topology Protocol, layering LAN, WAN and internetworking.
Prerequisite: ITGN 120; Semester offered: 1
ITGN 250 Database Management Systems
The purpose of this course is to provide essential knowledge for the design and implementation of relational databases. Coverage includes conceptual E-R modeling, logical and physical design of relational databases and introduction to SQL language.
Prerequisite: ITGN 215; Semester offered: 2
ITGN 255 Operating Systems Administration
This course examines the concepts and administrative aspects of operating systems. Topics covered include Operating system fundamentals, including history, process and thread management, concurrency with semaphores and monitors, deadlocks, storage management, file systems, security management and I/O applications.
Prerequisites: ITGN 120; Semester offered: 1
ITGN 260 IT Project Management
The purpose of this course is to discuss project management principles, methodologies, tools and techniques used in developing IT-based projects. Coverage includes organizational and human factors in IT-project management analysis and planning of IT projects.
Prerequisite: ITGN 215 ; Semester offered: 2
ITGN 315 Object Oriented Programming
The purpose of this course is to provide essential knowledge of advanced programming aspects. Coverage includes Object Oriented Programming, classes and objects, inheritance, polymorphism, Advanced Graphical User Interface (GUI) and the development of comprehensive projects.
Prerequisite: ITGN 230; Semester offered: 2
ITGN 321 Object-Oriented Analysis and Design
The purpose of this course is to provide a sound understanding of the fundamental concepts of Object Oriented Software Engineering. Coverage includes Object Oriented Analysis (OOA), development (OOD) and implementation (OOI), Visual Modeling using the Unified Modeling Language (UML) and iterative Object Oriented System (OOS) development.
Prerequisite: ITGN 260 – ITGN 315; Semester offered: 1
ITGN 323 Enterprise Architecture
The purpose of this course is to provide students with an understanding of the theoretical and practical issues related to the design, selection, implementation and management of enterprise IT applications, systems and infrastructures. Students will learn enterprise architecture frameworks, models, strategies and tools for infrastructure management. The course also cover topics related to legacy system integration, service oriented architecture, enterprise data models and metadata management, virtualization, cloud computing, and vendor management.
Prerequisites: ITGN 255; Semester offered: 2
ITGN 340 Human Computer Interface
The purpose of this course is to introduce human computer interface. Coverage includes usercentered design process, analysis of user needs, user interface models and ergonomics, task analysis, GUI design principles, guidelines and patterns, tools for user interface prototyping and user interface testing and evaluation.
Prerequisite: ITGN 315; Semester offered: 1
ITGN 345 Information Systems Security
The purpose of this course is to provide an overview of methods to assure secure and confidential information systems. Coverage includes basic concepts of main security and privacy issues of the Internet and devices and implementation of security methods for computer networks and the internet.
Prerequisite: ITGN 235; Semester offered: 1
ITGN 350 Web Design and Development
The purpose of this course is to provide essential knowledge for designing and developing clientside browser interfaces as well as maintaining a dynamic and interactive website. Coverage includes advanced XHTML, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), extended Markup Language (XML) and JavaScript.
Prerequisite: ITGN 250; Semester offered: 2
ITGN 414 Strategic Issues on Information Systems
The purpose of this course is to develop the student’s critical understanding of the problems and opportunities faced by organizations with regard to information systems. Coverage includes strategy fundamentals, strategic management concepts to ensure that IS development supports the business strategy and processes through suitable planning methods to implementation.
Prerequisite: ITGN 321 ; Semester offered: 2
ITGN 416 IT Audit and Control
The purpose of this course is to provide students with an overview of the control and auditing frameworks, methods, standards and approaches used in the audit and control of information systems in an organization. Students learn the impact of the IT audit and control function on the organization and will know how to create a control structure and then audit the IT infrastructure against it.
Prerequisites: ITGN 323 – ITGN 345; Semester offered: 2
ITGN 440 Computing and Information Systems Project (Capstone)
The purpose of this course is to provide an opportunity to research and develop a specific topic in the area of Computing and Information Systems. Coverage includes research methods, utilizing and applying various methodologies and techniques to design, implement, test and evaluate a specified project.
Prerequisite: 117 CH – ITGN 340 – ITGN 414 ; Semester offered: 2
ITGN 465 Internship
The purpose of this course is to further develop knowledge and skills within an IT organizational set-up. Coverage would provide an opportunity to gain awareness of the workings of organizations, including aspects of social and human factors primarily within a student’s subject major.
Prerequisite: 117 CH; Semester offered: 2
ITGN 470 Industry Project (for working students)
The purpose of this course is to provide students with an applied learning experience through an industry project. The course requires students to undertake a project via research and analysis of an action IS problem/opportunity and to propose a solution/action plan, resulting in both an oral as well as a written presentation.
Prerequisite: 117 CH; Semester offered: 2
ITSS 450 Information Systems Security Management
This course provides students with fundamentals of information systems security from a management perspective, as well as a thorough understanding of the administration of information security. Topics covered include security planning and policies, risk management, security implementation and maintenance, security and personnel, professional issues in IS security.
Prerequisites: ITGN 416; Semester offered: 1
ITSS 451 Ethical Hacking and Network Defense
This course covers penetration-testing tools and techniques that ethical hackers and security testers use to protect computer networks. The course provides a structured knowledge base for preparing security professionals and Network Administrators to discover vulnerabilities and recommend solutions for tightening network security and protecting data from potential attackers.
Prerequisites: ITGN 416; Semester offered: 1
ITSS 455 Computer Forensics and Investigations
This course provides students with a comprehensive understanding of digital forensic principles and the collection, preservation, and analysis of digital evidence. Students learn about the importance of forensic principles and procedures, legal considerations, digital evidence controls and the documentation of forensic analysis.
Prerequisites: ITGN 345; Semester offered: 1
ITSS 456 Database Security and Auditing
This course provides students with an understanding of security concepts and practices as applied to database systems. Students learn principles of database security and how to develop database applications embedding from simple to sophisticated security and auditing models using advanced database systems and software tools.
Prerequisites: ITGN 350 – ITSS 455; Semester offered: 2
ITSS 458 Disaster Recovery Planning
The goal of this course is to expose students to the essentials of disaster recovery planning. Coverage includes disaster recovery process including the process of assessing risks that an organization faces, and then developing, documenting, implementing, testing and maintaining procedures that help the organization quickly return to normal operations and minimize losses after a disaster.
Prerequisites: ITSS 450; Semester offered: 2
