Department of Information Technology

Bachelor of Science in Information Systems Project Management

Introduction

The rapid growth in the development of computer hardware, software, information technology and the widespread applications in all aspects of life created a considerable demand for computing graduates in all specializations. The department of Information Technology has the reputation of offering quality academic programs based on international standards to prepare its students for a much needed career in the dynamic and rapidly evolving computing industry and applications of today.

Mission

The mission of the Information Technology (IT) Department is to provide high-quality education that prepares students for a successful computing career in industry, government, and academia. It also aims at conducting research and applying  knowledge to solve computing problems, and share computing knowledge and skills with the community.

Department Goals

Goal 1: Providing high quality internationally recognized academic programs

Goal 2: Conducting research that contributes to the advancement of the field of IT.

Goal 3: Producing graduates who are innovative, life-long learning and able to pursue further graduate studies and research in the discipline of computing

Goal 4: Producing graduates who can provide valuable services to the UAE society and the region in the field of IT.

Goal 5: Increasing the visibility of the IT Department in the UAE and the region

Programs offered

• Bachelor of Science in Information Systems - Project Management
• Bachelor of Science in Information Technology – Cyber Security
• Bachelor of Science in Information Technology – Data Analytics

Facilities

The IT Department in the College of Engineering and Technology is equipped with the state-of-the-art computing facilities which are regularly upgraded. All university computers are connected through local and wide area networks. Multimedia facilities are provided in all classrooms and labs. In addition, the IT department houses electronics, microprocessor and computer network labs. The IT department facilities ensure students are well equipped for performing any required task. All staff and students’ computers are linked to the Internet. The College Department maintains a library of computer textbooks. This library is regularly updated with the latest books in the field, for the benefit of both students and faculty members.

Information Systems Program

Introduction

The Department of Information Systems offers a Bachelor of Science in Information Systems degree, which is a 4-years program that requires the completion of 123 credit hours The Information Systems curriculum comprises one concentration Project Management The program is accredited by the Ministry of Higher Education.

Mission

The mission of the Information Systems program is to provide quality education in the field of information systems based on internationally recognized standards for undergraduate programs; produce information systems professionals who can deploy efficiently IT technologies and implement IT solutions according to market and society needs, particularly in the UAE and Gulf region; and prepare graduates for lifelong learning and research.

Program Educational Goals

Graduates of the Bachelor of Science in Information Systems program will have the following characteristics within few years of graduation:

• Apply acquired knowledge and skills in information systems and implement their skills in public, private, academic and international information systems functional activities.
• Act as information systems professional leaders in performing related skills in technical, business, or ethical duties.
• Engage in life-long learning and professional development in pursuing additional graduate degrees, professional development and self-studies.

Program Learning Outcomes

There are six Learning Outcomes related to the Information Systems program. Graduates will be able to:

• PLO#1: Analyze a complex computing problem and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
• PLO#2: Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline.
• PLO#3: Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
• PLO#4: Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgements in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
• PLO#5: Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in information technology activities.
• PLO#6: Support the delivery, use, and management of information systems within an information systems environment.

 

Program Learning Outcomes and Alignment to UAE Qualification Framework (QFEmirates)

1. Common Program Learning Outcomes

#	Common Program Learning Outcomes	UAEQF Strands and Justification
PLO#1	Analyze a complex computing problem and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.	Knowledge Skill
PLO#2	Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline.	Knowledge Skill
PLO#3	Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.	Skill Autonomy and Responsibility
PLO#4	Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgements in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.	Autonomy and Responsibility Role in Context Self-Development
PLO#5	Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in information technology activities.	Autonomy and Responsibility Role in Context
PLO#6	Support the delivery, use, and management of information systems within an information systems environment.	Knowledge Skill Autonomy and Responsibility

Admission Requirements

• A minimum high school average of 65% for Elite or Advanced Track or 70% for General Track or equivalent in starndarized international systems.
• EmSat score of 1100 for English Language or an equivalent English Proficiency Test approved by CAA.
• EmSat score of 600 for Arabic Language. Alternatively, on-Arab students can register in a non-credit Introduction Arabic language course at USTF.

Career Opportunity

Information system graduates are required to meet the demands of various stakeholders including industry, commerce, education, health, and government. Some graduates are employed in companies and research organizations, others in resource centers in schools, colleges and universities. There are opportunities in finance, in computing and telecommunications industries, as well as in the medical sector.

Graduation requirements

Students at University of Science and Technology of Fujairah (USTF) are eligible for a bachelor in Information Systems after completion of 123 credits hours, which normally takes eight semesters. The minimum cumulative grade point average for graduation is 2.0 for 123 total credits hours.

Degree requirement

The B.Sc. degree in Information Systems requires the completion of a 123 Cr. Hrs. distributed according to the following plan. The study plan is designed so that the normal duration for completing the degree requirements is 4 years but should not exceed 8 years.

Type of Courses	Cr. Hrs.
1. University General Education Courses	24
(a) University Compulsory Courses	21
(b) University Elective Courses	3
2. Information Systems Program Compulsory Common Core Courses	84
(a) General Business Courses	18
(b) Information Systems Core Courses	63
(c) Internship	3
3. Information Systems Program Concentration Courses	9
4. Information Systems Program Elective Courses	6
Total Credit Hours	123

(1) University General Education Requirements

(a) University Required Courses (21 Cr. Hrs.)

Course Code	Course Name	Credit hours
ISL112	Islamic Culture	3
EMS112	Emirates Society	3
ENG111	English Communication Skills	3
ARB112	Communication Skills in Arabic Language	3
IES112	Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Sustainability	3
COM111	IT Fundamentals	3
STA112	Statistics	3

(b) University Elective Courses (3 Cr. Hrs.)

Course Code	Course Name	Credit hours
ISH213	Islamic Civilization	3
THI213	Critical Thinking	3
PSY101	Introduction to Psychology	3
LAW100	Introduction to Law	3
ARC211	Principles of Architecture & Art	3
ART111	Introduction to Art	3
BID111	Introduction to Interior Design	3
ART113	Introduction to Aesthetics	3
ARB113	The Art of Writing Expression	3
ENV112	Environmental Science	3
SSW101	Introduction to Sociology	3
DER118	Introduction to Public Relations & Advertising	3
SOC112	Communication Between Cultures	3

(2) Information Systems Compulsory Common Core Courses

(a) Major Requirements - General Business Courses (18 Cr. Hrs.)

Course No.	Course Title	Contact and Credit Hrs.				Prerequisite
		Lec	Lab	Tut	Cr. Hrs.
ACC 200	Principles of Accounting I	3	0	0	3	-
FIN 210	Fundamentals of Finance	3	0	0	3	ACC200
MGT 200	Introduction to Management	3	0	0	3	-
MGT 202	Human Resources Management	3	0	0	3	MGT200
MKT 200	Principles of Marketing	3	0	0	3	MGT200
MTH 131	Math for Management	3	0	2	3	-

(b) Major Requirements - Core Courses and Internship (66 Cr. Hrs.)

Course No.	Course Title	Contact and Credit Hrs.				Prerequisite
		Lec	Lab	Tut	Cr. Hrs.
INS207	Leadership and Teamwork	3	0	0	3	INT104
INT202	Systems Analysis and Design	3	0	0	3	INT104
INS308	Business Process Management	3	0	0	3	INT303
INS402	Business Intelligence and Data Warehousing	3	0	0	3	INT323
INS403	IS Audit and Control	3	0	0	3	INT303
INS404	Information Systems Strategy and Acquisition	3	0	0	3	INT307
INS405	Information Systems Project	1	4	0	3	INT307
INS406	IT Resource Management	3	0	0	3	INS308
INS408	Information Systems Internship	0	0	0	3	90 Cr. Hrs
INT100	Introductory Programming	2	2	0	3	-
INT104	Information Technology in Business	3	0	0	3	COM111
INT201	Object Oriented Programming	2	2	0	3	INT100
INT205	Fundamentals of Data Communications and Networking	2	2	0	3	INT201
INT206	Fundamentals of Web Systems	2	2	0	3	INT201
INT301	Operating Systems	2	2	0	3	INT201
INT302	Database Management Systems	2	2	0	3	INT201
INT303	Fundamentals of Information Security	3	0	0	3	INT205
INT306	Computer Ethics and Professional Practices	3	0	0	3	INT303
INT307	Information Technology Project Management	3	0	0	3	INT202
INT311	Enterprise Systems	2	2	0	3	INT302
INT323	Big Data Technologies	2	2	0	3	INT302
INT426	Knowledge Management	3	0	0	3	INT302

(3) Information Systems Concentration Courses

(a) Major Requirements - Compulsory Concentration Courses (9 Cr. Hrs.)

Project Management Concentration

Course No.	Course Title	Contact and Credit Hrs.				Prerequisite
		Lec	Lab	Tut	Cr. Hrs.
INS411	IT Services and Operation Management	3	0	0	3	INS308
INS412	Project Planning, Scheduling and Cost Control	3	0	0	3	INT307
INS413	Project Quality and Risk Management	3	0	0	3	INT307

(b) Information Systems Program - Elective Courses (6 Cr. Hrs.)

Course No.	Course Title	Contact and Credit Hrs.				Prerequisite
		Lec	Lab	Tut	Cr. Hrs.
INS407	Selected Topics in Information Systems	3	0	0	3	INS308
INT310	Cloud Computing	2	2	0	3	INT303
INT313	User Interface Design	3	0	0	3	INT202
INT321	Database Administration	2	2	0	3	INT302
INT423	Advanced Database Design and Implementation	2	2	0	3	INT302
INT429	Mobile Applications	2	2	0	3	INT201-INT301
INT430	Artificial Intelligence	2	2	0	3	INT301

Students are allowed to register for a maximum of one elective course outside the proposed list after the approval of the Department Head.