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Associate Degree in Computer Science (2 year program)

Introduction

The Department of Computer Science offers a 2-year Associate Degree Program in Computer Science and is equivalent to a 14-year Bachelor Degree. Computer Science is a dynamic field and most of the organizations are automating their existing systems in order to meet the challenges of 21st century. The prime focus of the program is to equip students in the field of Computer Science so that they could grasp the in-built technicalities and hands on experience about the fundamentals of Computer Science. During the course of this study program, students will learn basic skills required to develop software systems, databases, websites and computer networks. These skills will enable students to capitalize on the entry level career opportunities in the Computer Science sector and to expand the limits of their knowledge by pursuing further studies.

Objectives

The Strategic objectives of the program are:

  1. Enlighten students with fundamentals of theoretical Computer Science.
  2. Enhance the programming skills of students by exposing them to multiple programming languages, tools, paradigms and technologies.
  3. Enhance the analytical and problem-solving skills of students.
  4. Enable students with technical expertise to add fruitful contribution in the software industry.
  5. Provide students with a combination of knowledge, hands-on experience, and application of theory to information issues.
  6. Empower students with the utility of Computer aided analysis/ design technology.

Eligibility Criteria

    1. Minimum 50% marks in Intermediate/12 years schooling/A- Level (HSSC) or Equivalent with Mathematics are required for admission in Associate Degree in Computer Science. Equivalency certificate by IBCC will be required in case of education from some other country or system.
    2. The students who have not studied Mathematics at intermediate level have to pass deficiency courses of Mathematics (06 credits) in first two semesters.
    3.  “Zero Semester” is not applicable.

Assessment Criteria

Semester Work

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Graded/Non-Graded

Marks

Count

Quizzes

a

Graded

10-20%

2-4 /course

GDBs/Viva

a

1/course

Assignments/Project

a

2-4 / Course

MDBs

a

Non-Graded

 

1 / Lecture (Module)

Lab Work

a

Non-Graded

 

1/Week

Teaching Practice

c

 

 

 

Live Sessions

a

Non-Graded

 

1 / Week

Attendance

c

 

 

 

Mid Term Exam

a

Graded

20-30%

1 /Course

Final Term Exam

a

Graded

60%

1/Course

Any Other (Please specify)

c

 

 

 

Award of Degree

To be eligible for the award of Associate Degree in Computer Science, a student is required to earn at least 69 credit hours with a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 2.00 out of 4.

Project / Internship / Practicals

Students are required to complete a project of 3 credit hours in the final semester of their ADP degree program.

Scheme of Study

Total Credit Hours 72
Total Semesters 4
Duration 2 Years


Associate Degree Programs (Associate Degree in Computer Science)
Semester No. 1
Course Code Title Category Sub Category Type Pre Requisite Credit Hours Specialization
CS101 Introduction to Computing General Education Applications of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
ENG101 English Comprehension General Education Functional English Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
MGT602 Entrepreneurship General Education Entrepreneurship Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
MTH101 Calculus And Analytical Geometry General Education Quantitative Reasoning Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
MTH100 General Mathematics Interdisciplinary Mathematics Supporting Deficiency 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
PAK301 Pakistan Studies General Education Social Sciences Required 2 (Theory:2, Practical:0)
ETH202 Ethics (for Non-Muslims) General Education Islamic Studies/Religious Education Studies Elective 2 (Theory:2, Practical:0)
ISL202 Islamic Studies General Education Islamic Studies/Religious Education Studies Elective 2 (Theory:2, Practical:0)
VU001 Introduction to e-Learning Interdisciplinary Required 1 (Theory:1, Practical:0)
 
Semester No. 2
Course Code Title Category Sub Category Type Pre Requisite Credit Hours Specialization
CS201 Introduction to Programming Major Computing Core Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
CS302 Digital Logic Design Major Computing Core Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
CS601 Data Communication Major Computing Core Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
ENG201 Business and Technical English Writing General Education Expository Writing Required ENG101
 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
MTH202 Discrete Mathematics General Education Quantitative Reasoning Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
MTH501 Linear Algebra Interdisciplinary Mathematics Supporting Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
MTH104 Sets and Logic Interdisciplinary Mathematics Supporting Deficiency 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
CS201P Introduction to Programming (Practical) Major Computing Core Required 1 (Theory:0, Practical:1)
 
Semester No. 3
Course Code Title Category Sub Category Type Pre Requisite Credit Hours Specialization
CS301 Data Structures Major Computing Core Required CS201
 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
CS304 Object Oriented Programming Major Computing Core Required CS201
 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
CS306 Introduction to Python Major Domain Electives Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
CS607 Artificial Intelligence Major Computing Core Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
CS311 Introduction to Web Services Development Major Domain Electives Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
CS411 Visual Programming Major Domain Electives Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
CS420 Web Development for Portable Devices Major Domain Electives Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
CS301P Data Structures (Practical) Major Computing Core Required 1 (Theory:0, Practical:1)
CS304P Object Oriented Programming (Practical) Major Computing Core Required 1 (Theory:0, Practical:1)
 
Semester No. 4
Course Code Title Category Sub Category Type Pre Requisite Credit Hours Specialization
CS205 Information Security Major Computing Core Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
CS403 Database Management Systems Major Computing Core Required CS201
 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
CS504 Software Engineering - I Major Computing Core Required CS201
 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
CS519 Final Project Major Capstone Project Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
CS314 Introduction to Cellular Networks Major Domain Electives Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
CS405 Database Programming using Oracle 11g Major Domain Electives Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
CS407 Routing and Switching Major Domain Electives Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
CS409 Introduction to Database Administration Major Domain Electives Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
CS431 Wireless Communication Major Domain Electives Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
CS435 Cloud Computing Major Domain Electives Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
CS506 Web Design and Development Major Domain Electives Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
CS511 Web Engineering Major Domain Electives Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
CS610 Computer Networks Major Domain Electives Elective CS601
 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
CS403P Database Management Systems (Practical) Major Computing Core Required 1 (Theory:0, Practical:1)
 


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