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The annual statistics about students who enrolled and graduated from the Department of Software Engineering
| Academic Year |
No. of student registered |
No. of student graduated |
| 1429/1430 – 2008/2009 |
82 |
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| 1430/1431 – 2009/2010 |
141 |
- |
| 1431/1432 – 2010/2011 |
261 |
32 |
| 1432/1433 – 2011/2012 |
270 |
45 |
| 1433/1434 – 2012/2013 |
318 |
49
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Program Information
The department of computer science was established in 1984 with a B.Sc. program to prepare a highly competent creative workforce in the field of computer science. The department, since its inception, has made significant progress. To develop competent professionals in the field of computer science with high moral and ethical values, the program focuses on the following knowledge areas: - Computer science,
- Basic sciences in Mathematics, Statistics, and Physics,
- Humanities and Social Sciences,
- English Language, and
- Arabic Language and Islamic Culture.
The B.Sc. Program In Computer Science is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Computer Science and Similarly Named Computing Programs Program Criteria. The program satisfies the ACM/IEEE recommendations for a computer science curriculum and takes into account the community needs. The department staff is continuously working on updating the B.Sc. program to meet the latest technologies in computer science and the fastly changing society needs. Program Educational Objectives- Graduate will work as computing professionals, conducting research and/or leading, designing, developing, or maintaining computer-related projects in various fields;
- Graduates are capable of demonstrating professionalism and a sense of societal ethical responsibility in all their endeavors.
- Graduates continue enhancing their skills, embrace new computing technologies through self-learning activities, and post graduate training or education.
Table 1 depicts the mapping between the Program Educational Objectives, the corresponding short-term objectives, and the performance indicators defined to measure the attainment level. Table 1: Mapping PEOs - Actions – Student Outcomes Program Educational Objectives | Short-term Objectives | Student Outcomes |
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1. Graduates will work as computing professionals, conducting research and/or leading, designing, developing, or maintaining computer-related projects in various fields. | 1.1 To foster students’ intellectual skills by acquiring fundamental knowledge and concepts of computer science and other related sciences. | Apply computer science theory and software development fundamentals to produce computing-based solutions. | 1.2 To nurture students’ creativity skills | Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline. | 1.3 To prepare students to the job market competition by strengthening their communication skills and promoting team work. | Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline. | Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts. | 2. Graduates are capable of demonstrating professionalism and a sense of societal and ethical responsibility in all their endeavors. | 2.1 To prepare students for professional interaction and leadership. | Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles. | 3. Graduates continue enhancing their skills and embrace new computing technologies through self-learning activities and post-graduate training or education. | 3.1 To promote student’s commitment to self-study and life-long learning. | Analyze a complex computing problem and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions. |
Student OutcomesThe student outcomes of the CS program are consistent with the ABET/CAC student outcomes for Computer Science programs. By the time of graduation, the program enables the students’ ability to: - Analyze a complex computing problem and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
- Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline.
- Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
- Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
- Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline.
- Apply computer science theory and software development fundamentals to produce computing-based solutions.
The Saudi National Commission for Academic Accreditation and Assessment (NCAAA) categorizes the Student Outcomes (SOs) into three domains of learning: - Knowledge and understanding.
- Skills.
- Values.
The CSC program adopted the student outcomes of ABET/Computing Accreditation Commission. These outcomes were mapped to the three domains of learning identified by NCAAA as shown in the Table below.
Table 2: Mapping of Student Outcomes to NCAAA Learning domains. Learning domains & SOs | Teaching strategies | Assessment methods | K | Knowledge and understanding | K.1 | Analyze a complex computing problem and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions. | Combination of lectures, tutorials, labs, and individual or group assignments using print media and web based materials. Lectures begin with overview of content to be presented linking it to previous information and explaining its significance, and conclude with a review. Tutorials and labs review material presented in lectures to check understanding and provide clarification required before applying new knowledge to practical and experimental problems. | Different types of questions (multiple choice, comprehensive questions, problem solving, etc...) are given through two mid-term exams in each course with results carrying at least 30% of the final assessment. Also, a final examination carrying 40% of the final assessment is given by the end of the semester in addition to quizzes, projects and homework assignments. | K.2 | Apply computer science theory and software development fundamentals to produce computing-based solutions. | | Skills | S.1 | Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline. | Several course homework and projects are assigned to students throughout the curriculum. Analysis, design and implementation tasks are required in order to accomplish the assignment goals. These tasks usually expose students to real-life problems, and give them the opportunity to design/implement appropriate systems to solve them. Regarding team work capabilities, the students are encouraged to work in group to submit different projects and homework assignments in different courses of the program. For the graduation project, working in a team of 3 or more students is a requirement. Also, instructors are encouraged to give projects and assignments with minimal student’s group of two. This favors discussion and analytical thinking among students to solve jointly the same problem and enhances their capabilities. | The assignments, either course homework or projects that involve the cognitive skills mentioned above are included in assessment process of the learning outcome of the students. | S.2 | Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts. | S.3 | Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline. | | Values | V.1 | Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles. | Lectures, tutorials, labs, and individual or group assignments using print media and web based materials. Lectures begin with overview of content to be presented linking it to previous information and explaining its significance, and conclude with a review. Tutorials and labs review material presented in lectures to check understanding and provide clarification required before applying new knowledge to practical and experimental problems. | Assessment of group assignment includes component for individual contribution. The instructor will evaluate the contribution and commitment of each member of the group during the intermediary meetings and through questions to specific members of the group. Capacity for independent study is assessed in individual assignments. |
The CSC curriculum has been designed to enable students achieve the outcomes reported above. In fact, the SOs of the CSC program were developed based on the mission of the department and college. Moreover. they were reinforced through consultation with academic and professional international advisors involved in the field of computing, as well as the needs of the different program constituents. Furthermore, the design and development of the program and its SOs took into consideration the criteria set by reputable professional societies, such as Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET), the well-known qualified accreditation authority for engineering and computing programs, (http://www.abet.org/accreditation/), and Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) and IEEE Computer Society recommendations for Computer Science programs of 2008 and 2013 (ACM 2008 body of knowledge, Curriculum Guidelines for Undergraduate Degree Programs in Computer Science 2013). AdmissionTo get accepted in the Computer Science program, the students must first complete the first common year program at King Saud University. Male students should register in the track engineering/science of the program, whereas female students should register in the science track. Access to the preparatory year program is rank-based, whereby students are ranked and selected according to their composite average computed as follows: - 30% of General Aptitude Test,
- 30% of Secondary School GPA,
- 40% of Subject Achievement Test.
Upon successfully completing the first common year program, the students can choose one of the available programs. The requirement for the admission to the College of Computer and Information Sciences, including the computer science program, is based on a composite average that should not be less than 70% and which is calculated as follows: - 25% of General Aptitude Test,
- 25% of Subject Achievement Test,
- 25% of the First Common Year GPA,
- 25% of Math Courses in the First Common Year.
Students transferring to the Computer Science program from other programs within King Saud University or from outside the university can request that their previous credits are counted into the program requirements. For that, the student must submit full descriptions of the courses already studied to the college. The latter, based on approval from the chairman of the computer science department has the right to note the courses equivalent to the parallel courses in the study plan provided that the equivalent credit hours do not exceed 40% of the study plan at the program. Equivalence between courses is based on the number of credit hours and the course content, which is judged by qualified faculty members from within the program. Further details on the transfer between colleges, and from other specialties within CCIS to the Computer Science program can be found HERE. Capstone Project- Suggest a project idea (Faculty members only)
Study PlanClick here StatisticsThe number of graduates, students accepted and students enrolled in the CSC program are reported below:    Course CatalogLink
Dear faculty members, researchers, staff, and students
of the College of Computer and Information Sciences (CCIS),
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Research Center
Fifth Call for Research Proposals
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Head of the Department
On behalf of myself and on behalf of my colleagues, members of the faculty, and staff of the Information Technology Department, I am pleased to welcome you to the department's page, hoping that you will find the information you need about the department. The Information Technology Department is one of the five departments in the College of Computer and Information Sciences. It is the first university department in this field for female students in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, opening up opportunities for Saudi women to enter the world of computing and information technology. King Saud University has taken on this role and has achieved leadership and excellence, contributing to the achievement of national and developmental goals for Saudi women.
Throughout its journey since 1408 H until now, the Information Technology Department has succeeded in graduating highly qualified citizens scientifically and skillfully in the field of information technology. The Information Technology specialization is distinguished by its inclusion of several areas in computer science, supported by a group of specialized faculty members who are experts in various research and academic fields.
The role of the department has not been limited to graduating female candidates with a bachelor's degree in information technology, but it has continued its pioneering role by being the first department to offer a master's program in information technology for female students. This allows students from all computer-related disciplines the opportunity to pursue their postgraduate studies in information technology, a field that is highly sought after in the job market and has wide academic and research opportunities.
The role of the Information Technology Department would not have been possible without the grace of God Almighty, and then the supportive and encouraging scientific and educational system represented by King Saud University in general and the College of Computer and Information Sciences in particular. Thanks and appreciation to all.
Dr. Nourah Bint Abdulmohsen Al-Rossais
Head of the Information Technology Department
About collage
Historical overview 1402 - 1404 AH The importance of computers for development and modern technology and the need for specialists in this field increased after computers penetrated all aspects of life. From this standpoint and from the reality of the expected need for national competencies in the field of computer, the King Saud University Council agreed at the beginning of the year 1402/1403 AH to establish two programs for study in this field: the Computer Science Program within the College of Science and the Computer Engineering Program within the College of Engineering. 1404 - 1420 AH The two programs began their activities and soon the students accepted them very much, which made thinking heading to the expansion of these two programs. Accordingly, a committee of specialists in this field was formed from the faculty of King Saud University. This committee carried out extensive studies to discuss the best ways and means to advance the curricula and programs of computer science and engineering at the university, and ended with the recommendation to establish a college called the College of Computer and Information Sciences, provided that the topic is submitted to the competent authorities for a decision. This committee has also carried out studies and research necessary to develop curricula and decisions for the various departments in this college. As a result, Royal Decree No. 7/1558 / M was issued on 5/19/1404 AH to establish the College of Computer and Information Sciences and to be attached to King Saud University, so that the college has financial, administrative and academic arrangements for other colleges and institutes affiliated with the university. The beginning of the academic year 1404/1405 AH. Admission of students to various programs began in the academic year 1404-1405 AH . 
- Sustain excellence in learning experience
- Ensure creative and innovative research
- Strengthen graduates’ competitiveness
- Bolster faculty and staff performance
- Support continuous improvement through national and international partnerships
- Expand the college impact on local society
World-wide excellence and leadership in research and education in computing and informatics.
Head of the Department
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Head of the Department
On behalf of myself and on behalf of my colleagues, members of the faculty, and staff of the Information Technology Department, I am pleased to welcome you to the department's page, hoping that you will find the information you need about the department. The Information Technology Department is one of the five departments in the College of Computer and Information Sciences. It is the first university department in this field for female students in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, opening up opportunities for Saudi women to enter the world of computing and information technology. King Saud University has taken on this role and has achieved leadership and excellence, contributing to the achievement of national and developmental goals for Saudi women.
Throughout its journey since 1408 H until now, the Information Technology Department has succeeded in graduating highly qualified citizens scientifically and skillfully in the field of information technology. The Information Technology specialization is distinguished by its inclusion of several areas in computer science, supported by a group of specialized faculty members who are experts in various research and academic fields.
The role of the department has not been limited to graduating female candidates with a bachelor's degree in information technology, but it has continued its pioneering role by being the first department to offer a master's program in information technology for female students. This allows students from all computer-related disciplines the opportunity to pursue their postgraduate studies in information technology, a field that is highly sought after in the job market and has wide academic and research opportunities.
The role of the Information Technology Department would not have been possible without the grace of God Almighty, and then the supportive and encouraging scientific and educational system represented by King Saud University in general and the College of Computer and Information Sciences in particular. Thanks and appreciation to all.
Dr. Nourah Bint Abdulmohsen Al-Rossais
Head of the Information Technology Department
About collage
Historical overview 1402 - 1404 AH The importance of computers for development and modern technology and the need for specialists in this field increased after computers penetrated all aspects of life. From this standpoint and from the reality of the expected need for national competencies in the field of computer, the King Saud University Council agreed at the beginning of the year 1402/1403 AH to establish two programs for study in this field: the Computer Science Program within the College of Science and the Computer Engineering Program within the College of Engineering. 1404 - 1420 AH The two programs began their activities and soon the students accepted them very much, which made thinking heading to the expansion of these two programs. Accordingly, a committee of specialists in this field was formed from the faculty of King Saud University. This committee carried out extensive studies to discuss the best ways and means to advance the curricula and programs of computer science and engineering at the university, and ended with the recommendation to establish a college called the College of Computer and Information Sciences, provided that the topic is submitted to the competent authorities for a decision. This committee has also carried out studies and research necessary to develop curricula and decisions for the various departments in this college. As a result, Royal Decree No. 7/1558 / M was issued on 5/19/1404 AH to establish the College of Computer and Information Sciences and to be attached to King Saud University, so that the college has financial, administrative and academic arrangements for other colleges and institutes affiliated with the university. The beginning of the academic year 1404/1405 AH. Admission of students to various programs began in the academic year 1404-1405 AH .
- Sustain excellence in learning experience
- Ensure creative and innovative research
- Strengthen graduates’ competitiveness
- Bolster faculty and staff performance
- Support continuous improvement through national and international partnerships
- Expand the college impact on local society
World-wide excellence and leadership in research and education in computing and informatics.
Head of the Department
On behalf of myself and on behalf of my colleagues, members of the faculty, and staff of the Information Technology Department, I am pleased to welcome… more
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology – Networks & IoT Engineering Track (NIE)
Level One … more
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology - Cyber Security Track (CYS)The program has been approved by the National Cybersecurity Authority under the “Cyber-Education Framework Alignment Decision” for a period of five years, from November 3… more
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Head of the Department
On behalf of myself and on behalf of my colleagues, members of the faculty, and staff of the Information Technology Department, I am pleased to welcome you to the department's page, hoping that you will find the information you need about the department. The Information Technology Department is one of the five departments in the College of Computer and Information Sciences. It is the first university department in this field for female students in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, opening up opportunities for Saudi women to enter the world of computing and information technology. King Saud University has taken on this role and has achieved leadership and excellence, contributing to the achievement of national and developmental goals for Saudi women.
Throughout its journey since 1408 H until now, the Information Technology Department has succeeded in graduating highly qualified citizens scientifically and skillfully in the field of information technology. The Information Technology specialization is distinguished by its inclusion of several areas in computer science, supported by a group of specialized faculty members who are experts in various research and academic fields.
The role of the department has not been limited to graduating female candidates with a bachelor's degree in information technology, but it has continued its pioneering role by being the first department to offer a master's program in information technology for female students. This allows students from all computer-related disciplines the opportunity to pursue their postgraduate studies in information technology, a field that is highly sought after in the job market and has wide academic and research opportunities.
The role of the Information Technology Department would not have been possible without the grace of God Almighty, and then the supportive and encouraging scientific and educational system represented by King Saud University in general and the College of Computer and Information Sciences in particular. Thanks and appreciation to all.
Dr. Nourah Bint Abdulmohsen Al-Rossais
Head of the Information Technology Department
About collage
Historical overview 1402 - 1404 AH The importance of computers for development and modern technology and the need for specialists in this field increased after computers penetrated all aspects of life. From this standpoint and from the reality of the expected need for national competencies in the field of computer, the King Saud University Council agreed at the beginning of the year 1402/1403 AH to establish two programs for study in this field: the Computer Science Program within the College of Science and the Computer Engineering Program within the College of Engineering. 1404 - 1420 AH The two programs began their activities and soon the students accepted them very much, which made thinking heading to the expansion of these two programs. Accordingly, a committee of specialists in this field was formed from the faculty of King Saud University. This committee carried out extensive studies to discuss the best ways and means to advance the curricula and programs of computer science and engineering at the university, and ended with the recommendation to establish a college called the College of Computer and Information Sciences, provided that the topic is submitted to the competent authorities for a decision. This committee has also carried out studies and research necessary to develop curricula and decisions for the various departments in this college. As a result, Royal Decree No. 7/1558 / M was issued on 5/19/1404 AH to establish the College of Computer and Information Sciences and to be attached to King Saud University, so that the college has financial, administrative and academic arrangements for other colleges and institutes affiliated with the university. The beginning of the academic year 1404/1405 AH. Admission of students to various programs began in the academic year 1404-1405 AH .
- Sustain excellence in learning experience
- Ensure creative and innovative research
- Strengthen graduates’ competitiveness
- Bolster faculty and staff performance
- Support continuous improvement through national and international partnerships
- Expand the college impact on local society
World-wide excellence and leadership in research and education in computing and informatics.
Head of the Department
On behalf of myself and on behalf of my colleagues, members of the faculty, and staff of the Information Technology Department, I am pleased to welcome… more
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology – Networks & IoT Engineering Track (NIE)
Level One … more
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology - Cyber Security Track (CYS) |
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