Program Information

The college of computer and information sciences in King Saud University was founded in 1984. The college was founded with two departments; computer engineering and computer science. Since then the college has expanded and it currently has five departments; information systems, information technology, and software engineering, in addition to the two original departments. The college was borne of the need to have highly qualified computer engineers available. The Department of Computer Engineering aims to graduate engineers specialized in various areas of computer engineering, who are capable of enhancing the Kingdom's fast-paced development.

The B.Sc. Program In Computer Engineering Is Accredited By The Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) Of ABET

The graduate performs setting up standards for computer systems, providing technical consultation, as well as supervising installation, configuration, and operation of equipment. In addition, the graduate should be capable to design, develop, manage, and monitor the performance of computer networks. With the Kingdom's entry to the manufacturing era, the graduates will take an essential role in designing computer systems and computer networks. The graduate will design control systems for automated tasks in laboratories and factories.

Program Educational Objectives

The computer engineering program educational objectives are designed to support the university, college, and department mission statements and insure that the program meets ABET criteria.

Graduates of the computer engineering program are prepared to:

1. Work creatively as proficient ICT professionals within multidisciplinary teams.
2. Succeed in graduate studies in Computer Engineering and related disciplines.
3. Ethically lead with innovation contributing to the development of KSA and the region.
4. Succeed in lifelong learning programs to remain current professionals contributing to the advancement of the global ICT industry.

Student Outcomes

a. An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering.

b. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data.

c. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability.

d. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams.

e. An ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems.

f. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility.

g. An ability to communicate effectively.

h. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context.

i. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning.

j. Knowledge of contemporary issues.

k. An ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice.

Admission

The requirement for the admission of students to the College of Computer and Information Sciences is based on a composite average not less than 75% which is calculated as follows:

• 25% of General Aptitude Test
• 25% of Subject Achievement Test
• 25% of PY GPA
• 25% of Math Courses in PY (Math 140 and Math 150)

The priority of acceptance for admission is given to those applicants with the highest composite average.

Study Plan

Accepted and graduated students of the department of Computer Engineering