UIT University

BS Computer Science

BS Computer Science

Computing Science Programs

Overview

The undergraduate degree program in Computer Science includes theoretical and algorithmic foundations, data structures, computer network design, modeling data and information processing, and artificial intelligence. Computer Science has the foundations of mathematics and engineering. Also, it heavily uses hypothesis testing and experimentation during the conceptualization, design, measurement, and refinement of new algorithms, information structures, and computer architectures.

Summary
  • Duration of Program: 4 Years
  • Number of semesters: 8
  • Number of courses per semester: 5 or 6
  • Total credit hours: 137
  • Total number of courses:  44 + Final Year Project
Semester Code Course Title Th Pr Cr Hr  Pre-Req
1 CSC-101 Introduction to Computing 2 1 3  
CSC-102 Programming Fundamentals 3 1 4  
ASC-116 Applied Physics 3 0 3  
HSC-121 Communication Skills 3 0 3  
HSC-102/103 Islamic Studies / Ethics 2 0 2  
HSC-XXX Civics and Community Engagement 2 0 2  
  Total 17  
Semester Code Course Title Th Pr Cr Hr  Pre-Req
2 CSC-103 Object Oriented Programming 3 1 4 CSC-102
CSC-108 Discrete Structures 3 0 3  
CSC-110 Digital Logic Design 2 1 3  
ASC-111 Calculus & Analytical Geometry 3 0 3  
HSC-111 English Composition & Comprehension 3 0 3  
HSC-105 Pakistan Studies 2 0 2  
  Total 18  
Semester Code Course Title Th Pr Cr Hr  Pre-Req
3 CSC-201 Data Structures & Algorithms 3 1 4 CSC-102
CSC-202 Computer Organization & Assembly Language 3 1 4 CSC-110
ASC-112 Linear Algebra 3 0 3 ASC-111
HSC-211 Technical & Business Writing 3 0 3 HSC-111
CSE-101 Software Engineering Principles 3 0 3  
  Total 17  
Semester Code Course Title Th Pr Cr Hr  Pre-Req
4 CSC-203 Operating Systems 3 1 4  
CSC-204 Database Systems 3 1 4  
CSC-206 Computer Architecture 3 0 3 CSC-202
CIC-201 Artificial Intelligence 3 1 4 CSC-201
ASC-202 Multivariate Calculus 3 0 3  
  Total 18  
Semester Code Course Title Th Pr Cr Hr  Pre-Req
5 CNS-301 Computer Networks 3 1 4 CSC-101
CSC-205 Theory of Automata 3 0 3  
ASC-201 Probability & Statistics 3 0 3  
CSC-304 Advanced Database Management Systems 2 1 3 CSC-204
MSC-203 Principles of Management 3 0 3  
  Total 16  
Semester Code Course Title Th Pr Cr Hr  Pre-Req
6 CSC-301 Design & Analysis of Algorithms 3 0 3 CSC-201
CSC-302 Parallel & Distributed Computing 3 0 3 CSC-203
CNS-302 Information Security 3 0 3  
CSE-204 Human Computer Interaction 3 0 3  
  Domain Elective – I 2 1 3  
  Domain Elective – II 2 1 3  
  Total 18  
Semester Code Course Title Th Pr Cr Hr  Pre-Req
7 CSC-303 Compiler Construction 3 0 3 CSC-205
MSC-301 Technopreneurship 3 0 3  
  Domain Elective – III 2 1 3  
  Domain Elective – IV 2 1 3  
  Elective Supporting – I 3 0 3  
CSC-496 Capstone Project – I 0 1 1  
  Total 16  
Semester Code Course Title Th Pr Cr Hr  Pre-Req
8 HSC-311 Computing Professional Practices 3 0 3  
  Domain Elective – V 2 1 3  
  Domain Elective – VI 3 0 3  
  Domain Elective – VII 3 0 3  
CSC-497 Capstone Project – II 0 2 2 CSC-496
Total  14  
Total  134  
Internship after 4th Semester 0 3 3  
Program Total Courses 45    
Program Total Credit Hours 137  
Program Educational Objectives

The graduates of the BS Computer Science program will have the knowledge, understanding and skills to:

  1.  Pursue diverse range of careers, advanced degrees, or professional development in various computing disciplines.
  2. Apply analytical skills, computing principles, and modern technologies to design innovative and sustainable computing solutions to meet business objectives and societal challenges.
  3. Communicate effectively and work efficiently as an individual and in interdisciplinary teams with high professional and ethical values.
Student Outcomes:

The students of BS Computer Science program are expected to attain the following outcomes by the time of graduation:

  1. Completion of an accredited program of study designed to prepare graduates as computing professionals.
  2. Apply knowledge of computing fundamentals, knowledge of a computing specialization, and mathematics, science, and domain knowledge appropriate for the computing specialization to the abstraction and conceptualization of computing models from defined problems and requirements.
  3. Identify, formulate, research literature, and solve complex computing problems reaching substantiated conclusions using fundamental principles of mathematics, computing sciences, and relevant domain disciplines.
  4. Design and evaluate solutions for complex computing problems, and design and evaluate systems, components, or processes that meet specified needs with appropriate consideration for public health and safety, cultural, societal, and environmental considerations.
  5. Create, select, adapt and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern computing tools to complex computing activities, with an understanding of the limitations.
  6. Function effectively as an individual and as a member or leader in diverse teams and in multi- disciplinary settings.
  7.  Communicate effectively with the computing community and with society at large about complex computing activities by being able to comprehend and write effective reports, design documentation, make effective presentations, and give and understand clear instructions.
  8. Understand and assess societal, health, safety, legal, and cultural issues within local and global contexts, and the consequential responsibilities relevant to professional computing practice.
  9. Understand and commit to professional ethics, responsibilities, and norms of professional computing practice.
  10. Recognize the need, and have the ability, to engage in independent learning for continual development as a computing professional.
Mapping SOs with PEOs:

  • Students holding Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSC-II) in Pre-Engineering, Pre-Medical, Science General, Computer Science from any authorized board of intermediate education in Pakistan OR any equivalent foreign examination board with at least 50% or 550 out of 1100 marks are eligible to apply for admission.

  • Students awaiting the final result of HSC-II can also apply for conditional admission based on HSC-I results.

  • HSC-II (Pre-medical) or equivalent students are also eligible for admission. However, they must undertake deficiency courses in six-credit-hour Mathematics in the first year of regular studies.

Pre Entry Admission Test Eligibility Criteria:

Candidates are required to:

  • pass the university’s pre-admission entry tests with at least 50% marks,

  • pass the HEC Undergraduate Studies Admission Test (USAT) with at least 50% marks, or

  • hold a score of at least 800 in SAT-I and secured at least 1500 in relevant subjects.

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