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Bachelor of Science(Information Technology)

Program Mission (BS-Information Technology)

To produce graduates who are well-versed in the principles and practices of information technology and prepare students for professional careers in the IT field by providing a comprehensive education that combines communication, ethical norms, technological advancement, theoretical knowledge with practical and problem solving skills.

Program Educational Objectives (PEOs)

PEO 1: Graduates will deliver effective computing solutions by applying sound technical practices, adapting to new challenges through ongoing professional development.

PEO 2: Graduates will demonstrate ethical professionalism, communicate effectively, and lead or collaborate in multidisciplinary teams to serve societal needs.

PEO 3: Graduates will engage in lifelong learning, staying updated on emerging technologies and applying critical thinking to drive innovation.

Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)

The Department adopted all Graduate Attributes (GAs) for BS Information Technology Program defined in Seoul Accord as Program Learning Outcomes.

PLO 1: Academic Education: To prepare graduates as computing professionals.

PLO 2: Knowledge for Solving Computing Problems: Apply knowledge of computing fundamentals, knowledge of a computing specialization, and mathematics, science, and domain knowledge appropriate for the computing specialization to the abstractions and conceptualization of computing models from defined problems and requirements.

PLO 3: Problem Analysis: Identify, formulate, research literature, and solve complex computing problems reaching substantiated conclusions using fundamental principles of mathematics, computing sciences, and relevant domain disciplines.

PLO 4: Design / Development of Solutions: 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.

PLO 5: Modern Tool Usage: Create, select, adapt and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern computing tools to complex computing activities, with an understanding of the limitations.

PLO 6: Individual and Teamwork: Function effectively as an individual and as a member or leader in diverse teams and in multi-disciplinary settings.

PLO 7: Communication: 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.

PLO 8: Computing Professionalism and Society: Understand and assess societal, health, safety, legal, and cultural issues within local and global contexts, and the consequential responsibilities relevant to professional computing practice.

PLO 9: Ethics: Understand and commit to professional ethics, responsibilities, and norms of professional computing practice.

PLO 10: Life-long Learning: Recognize the need, and have the ability, to engage in independent learning for continual development as a computing professional.

Curriculum

Year 1 - First Semester

Course code Course title Domain Credit hours
CSIT 111 Introduction to Information and Communication Technology GE-1 3 (2+3)
CSPF 112 Programming Fundamentals CC-1 4 (3+3)
HSIS 113 Islamic Studies / Ethics GE-4 2 (2+0)
HSEN 114 English Composition and Comprehension GE-2 3 (3+0)
HSPS 115 Pakistan Studies GE-3 2 (2+0)
MTDS 116 Quantitative Reasoning I (Discrete Structures) GE-5 3 (3+0)
  Total credits   17

Year 1 - Second Semester

Course code Course title Domain Credit hours
MTCA 121 Quantitative Reasoning II (Calculus and Analytical Geometry) GE-6 3 (3+0)
ESAP 122 Applied Physics GE-7 3 (2+3)
CSOP 123 Object Oriented Programming CC-2 4 (3+3)
HSEW 124 Expository Writing GE-8 3 (3+0)
HSIC 125 Ideology & Constitution of Pakistan GE-9 2 (2+0)
MTPS 126 Probability and Statistics MS-1 3 (3+0)
  Total credits   18

Year 2 - First Semester

Course code Course title Domain Credit hours
MTLA 211 Linear Algebra MS-2 3 (3+0)
CSDL 212 Digital Logic and Design CC-3 3 (2+3)
CSDS 213 Data Structures and Algorithms CC-4 4 (3+3)
CSCN 214 Computer Networks CC-5 3 (2+3)
HSUQ 215 Understanding Quran I / Cultural Studies I GE-10 1 (1+0)
  Elective Supporting Course ES-1 3 (3+0)
  Total credits   17

Year 2 - Second Semester

Course code Course title Domain Credit hours
CSSE 221 Software Engineering CC-6 3 (2+3)
CSDA 222 Design and Analysis of Algorithms CC-7 3 (2+3)
CSST 223 Operating Systems CC-8 4 (3+3)
CSDB 224 Database Systems CC-9 4 (3+3)
MTMC 225 Multivariable Calculus MS-3 3 (3+0)
HSUQ 226 Understanding Quran II / Cultural Studies II GE-11 1 (1+0)
  Total credits   18

Year 3 - First Semester

Course code Course title Domain Credit hours
CSCA 311 Computer Organization & Assembly Language CC-10 3 (2+3)
CSWT 312 Web Systems & Technologies DC-1 3 (2+3)
CSCS 313 Cyber Security DC-2 3 (2+3)
CSIS 314 Information Security CC-11 3 (3+0)
HSIM 315 Introduction to Management GE-12 2 (2+0)
  Elective-I DE-1 3 (2+3)
  Total credits   17

Year 3 - Second Semester

Course code Course title Domain Credit hours
CSDA 321 Database Administration DC-3 3 (2+3)
CSDC 322 Parallel and Distributed Computing DC-4 3 (3+0)
HSEN 323 Technical Report Writing MS-4 3 (3+0)
HSER 324 Entrepreneurship GE-11 2 (2+0)
  Elective-II DE-2 3 (3+0)
  Elective-III DE-3 3 (3+0)
  Total credits   17

Year 4 - First Semester

Course code Course title Domain Credit hours
ITSA 411 System & Network Administration DC-5 3 (2+3)
CSAI 412 Artificial Intelligence CC-12 4 (3+3)
ITII 413 Information Technology Infrastructure DC-6 3 (2+3)
HSPP 414 Professional Practices GE-14 2 (2+0)
BSIT 499-A FYP-I CC-13 3 (0+9)
  Elective-IV DE-4 3 (3+0)
  Total credits   18

Year 4 - Second Semester

Course code Course title Domain Credit hours
HSCE 421 Civics & Community Engagement GE-15 2 (2+0)
CSCS 499-B FYP-II CC-14 3 (0+9)
  Elective-V DE-5 3 (3+0)
  Elective-VI DE-6 3 (3+0)
  Elective-VII DE-7 3 (3+0)
  Total credits   14