Program Overview
The program emphasizes core IT competencies, problem-solving skills, and lifelong learning. Graduates may pursue careers in computer application programming, database administration, web development, network administration, and more.
Program Outline
The program emphasizes the critical role of information systems in modern organizations, highlighting their impact on products, services, operations, and management.
- Objectives: The program aims to:
- Prepare researchers in the fields of computer applications and systems administration.
- Develop individuals capable of working as professionals in various computer science fields, including:
- Software Development
- Software Project Management
- Decision Support Systems
- e-Business
- e-Commerce
- Program Message: To provide a graduate program in Computer Science that combines rigorous scientific foundations with practical skills demanded by the local market.
Outline:
- Duration: 4 Semesters
- Credits: 43 Credits
- Language: English
- Course Structure: The program consists of both compulsory and elective courses.
- Compulsory Courses:
- 500 CAS Computer Systems Fundamentals (3 credits)
- 510 CAS Computer Programming (3 credits)
- 520 CAS Systems Analysis and Design (3 credits)
- 530 CAS Fundamentals of Database Systems (3 credits)
- 597 CAS Research Seminar (2 credits)
- 598 CAS MS Project 1 (12 credits)
- 599 CAS MS Project 2 (3 credits)
- Elective Courses:
- 511 CAS Advanced Computer Programming (3 credits)
- 512 CAS Data Structures (3 credits)
- 513 CAS Web Programming (3 credits)
- 535 CAS Decision Support Systems (3 credits)
- 540 CAS Distributed Business Applications (3 credits)
- 550 CAS Information Security (3 credits)
- 560 CAS Software Project Management (3 credits)
- 561 CAS E-Commerce (3 credits)
- 562 CAS Quality Control and Software Testing (3 credits)
- 563 CAS Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems (3 credits)
- 570 CAS Business Management (3 credits)
- 571 CAS Principles and Practices of Management (3 credits)
- 580 CAS Selected Topics in Applied Computing (3 credits)
- 581 CAS Selected Topics in E-Business (3 credits)
- 582 CAS Selected Topics in Web Applications and Services (3 credits)
- 511 CS Human Computer Interaction (3 credits)
- 527 CS Artificial Intelligence (3 credits)
- 587 CS Multimedia Applications (3 credits)
- 540 CS Computer Networks (3 credits)
Careers:
- Potential Career Paths: The program prepares graduates for a variety of roles in the computer science field, including:
- Software Developer
- Software Project Manager
- Decision Support Systems Analyst
- e-Business Consultant
- e-Commerce Specialist
- Program Advantages: The program provides individuals with a foundation of knowledge, problem-solving skills, and logical thinking, offering a competitive advantage in various fields.
Dammam Community College
Overview:
Dammam Community College (DCC) is a public college located in Dammam, Saudi Arabia. Established in 2003, it operates under the auspices of King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals (KFUPM) and is regulated by the Council of Higher Education. DCC was inaugurated by King Abdullah bin Abdul Aziz Al-Saud in 2004.
Services Offered:
DCC offers a range of services to its students, including:
Academic Programs:
DCC provides various academic programs, including associate degrees and diplomas.Support Services:
The college offers support services such as academic advising, career counseling, and library resources.Training Programs:
DCC provides training programs and short courses to meet the needs of the community, government, and businesses.Student Life and Campus Experience:
Key Reasons to Study There:
Quality Education:
DCC is committed to providing high-quality education and training.Accreditation:
The college's Computer and Information Technology, Accounting, and Marketing programs are accredited by the National Commission for Academic Accreditation & Assessment (NCAAA).Strong Foundation:
DCC provides students with a solid academic foundation and prepares them for further education.Ethical Values:
The college emphasizes the development of high ethical and Islamic values in its graduates.Lifelong Learning:
DCC encourages its graduates to engage in lifelong learning.Academic Programs:
DCC offers a variety of academic programs, including: