Bachelor of Science in Networks and Communication Engineering
About the Program
The Bachelor of Science in Networks and Communication Engineering provides graduates with quality education, training and skills enabling them to become successful professionals.
Vision
The Networks and Communication Engineering program aspires to be a leading program by excelling in education, research and community service.
Mission
The Networks and Communication Engineering program's mission is to produce quality graduates and innovative research through a diverse community of Instructors and students.
Objectives
The Program Educational Objectives (PEOs) of the “Bachelor of Science in Networks & Communication Engineering” describe what graduates are expected to attain within a few years after graduation:
- Demonstrate incremental professional competencies in Networks and Communication Engineering and related fields.
- Demonstrate an ability to function independently and/or in multidisciplinary teams with relevant communication skills and ethical conduct necessary for professional access.
- Contribute to the progress of local and regional societies.
Learning Outcomes
The Student Outcomes (SOs) of the “Bachelor of Science in Networks & Communication Engineering” describe what students are expected to know and be able to do by the time of graduation. These relate to the skills, knowledge, and behaviors that students acquire as they progress through the program:
- an ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
- an ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.
- an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
- an ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
- an ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.
- an ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
- an ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.
Job Opportunities
- Develop and improve the networks and communication
- Telecommunications companies, government and private bodies and defense systems.
- Design and construction of radar systems, satellite stations for civilian and military purposes
- Systems and analysis engineer
- Project Manager
- Quality Control Engineer
To obtain a degree of “Bachelor of Science in Networks and Communication Engineering”, a student must successfully complete 140 credit hours, including a 12 weeks internship, with a cumulative GPA of 2 out of 4.
| Course No | Course Title | CR.H. | Prerequisite |
|---|---|---|---|
| General University Education (30) CR.H. | |||
| Compulsory Courses (24) CR.H | |||
| 0102120 | Computer Skills | 3 | |
| 0401120 | English (1) | 3 | |
| 0401121 | English (2) | 3 | 0401120 |
| 0405100 | Arabic Language | 3 | |
| 0406110 | Islamic Culture | 3 | |
| 0409103 | UAE Studies | 3 | |
| 0501170 | Fundamentals to Innovation and Entrepreneurship | 3 | |
| 0508203 | Scientific Research Methodo logy | 3 | |
| Elective Courses (6 CR.H.) (The Student is required to choose Only One course from each of the following groups) | |||
| First Group: Society and Civilization (3) CR.H. | |||
| 0406100 | Arabs and Muslims Contributions to Arts and Science | 3 | |
| 0408100 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 | |
| 0408101A | Physical Education & Health | 3 | |
| 0408105 | Introduction to Early Childhood | 3 | |
| 0409100 | Ethical Awareness | 3 | |
| 0409102 | Environmental Awareness | 3 | |
| 0509210 | Principles of Microeconomics | 3 | |
| Second Group: Managerial Skills (3) CR.H | |||
| 0303100 | Law and Society | 3 | |
| 0408103 | Thinking Skills | 3 | |
| 0408104 | Self-Assessment | 3 | |
| 0501100 | Introduction to Time Management | 3 | |
| 0501150 | Leadership and Teamwork | 3 | |
| 0502200 | Principles of Financial Accounting | 3 | |
| Compulsory College Requirements (24) CR.H. | |||
| 0102220 | Introduction to Programming | 3 | 0102120 |
| 0107101 | Calculus I | 3 | |
| 0107102 | Linear Algebra | 3 | 0107101 |
| 0107103 | Probability Theory and Statistics | 3 | 0107101 |
| 0107200 | Discrete Mathematics | 3 | |
| 0107201 | Introduction to Numerical Methods | 3 | 0107102 & 0107104 |
| 0108103 | Physics I | 3 | |
| 0201100 | Chemistry | 3 | |
| Specialization Courses (69) CR.H. | |||
| Compulsory Courses (63) CR.H. | |||
| 0102221 | Object-Oriented Programming | 3 | 0102220 |
| 0102240 | Computer Organization | 3 | 0104240 |
| 0102270 | Data Structures and Algorithms | 3 | 0102221 |
| 0104230 | Circuit Analysis I | 3 | 0108203 |
| 0104231 | Circuit Analysis Lab | 1 | 0104230 |
| 0104240 | Digital Logic Design | 3 | 0107200 |
| 0104241 | Digital Logic Design Lab | 1 | 0104240 |
| 0104330 | Circuit Analysis II | 3 | 0104230 |
| 0104331 | Electronic Circuits | 3 | 0104230 |
| 0104332 | Electronics Lab | 1 | 0104331 |
| 0105400 | Computer Network Protocols | 3 | 0106320 & 0107103 |
| 0105401 | Network Lab | 1 | 0105400 |
| 0105411 | Computer Network Management | 3 | 0105400 & 0105401 |
| 0106320 | Data & Computer Communications | 3 | 0104240 |
| 0106330 | Signals and Systems Analysis | 3 | 0107202 |
| 0106331 | Probability and Random Processes | 3 | 0106330 & 0107103 |
| 0106340 | Introduction to Communication Systems | 3 | 0106330 |
| 0106341 | Communications Lab | 1 | 0106440 |
| 0106440 | Digital Communication | 3 | 0106340 & 0106331 |
| 0106441 | Wireless Communication Fundamentals | 3 | 0106440 |
| 0107104 | Calculus II | 3 | 0107101 |
| 0107202 | Engineering Math | 3 | 0107104 |
| 0108203 | Physics II | 3 | 0108103 |
| 0108204 | Physics II Lab | 1 | 0108203 |
| 0112304 | Cryptography and Computer Network Security | 3 | 0105400 |
| Elective Courses (6) CR.H. | |||
| 0104350 | Microprocessor and Assembly Language | 3 | 0102240 |
| 0105420 | Network Programming | 3 | 0102221 & 0105400 |
| 0105422 | Emerging Wireless Networking | 3 | 0106340 & 0105400 |
| 0106430 | Digital Signal Processing | 3 | 0106330 |
| 0106442 | Communication Circuits | 3 | 0104331 &0106340 |
| 0106450 | Antennas | 3 | 0106350 |
| Compulsory Supporting Courses (10) CR.H. | |||
| 0105423 | Internet of Things | 3 | (0105400) & (0102221) |
| 0106350 | Electromagnetic Theory | 3 | (0107104) & (0104330) |
| 0108104 | Physics I Lab | 1 | 0108103 |
| 0114208 | Introduction to Artificial Intelligence | 3 | (0102221) & (0107200) |
| Internship (3) CR.H. | |||
| 0106580 | NE Internship | 3 | >= 75 CR.H. |
| Capstone Project (4) CR.H. | |||
| 0106590 | NCE Capstone Project I | 2 | 100CR.H. |
| 0106591 | NCE Capstone Project II | 2 | 0106590 |
Students Enrollment
First Semester
2021 - 2022
61
2020 - 2021
67
2019 - 2020
74
2018 - 2019
89
2017 - 2018
110
2016 - 2017
131
Graduate Students
2020 - 2021
14
2019 - 2020
13
2018 - 2019
8
2017 - 2018
24
2016 - 2017
11
Director of Networks and Communication Engineering
College of Engineering
Al Ain University
P.O.Box: 64141
Al Ain - UAE
Phone No: +971 3 7024888
Fax No: +971 3 7024777
Email(Al Ain): Communication.Engineering@aau.ac.ae
Email(Abu Dhabi): Communication.Engineering_ad@aau.ac.ae