Bachelor of Science in Computer Science - (BSCS)
Program Mission (BS-Computer Science)
To cultivate graduates who possess strong technical skills, broad theoretical and practical aptitude, and ethical integrity to tackle tough challenges.
Program Educational Objectives (PEOs)
PEO 1: Graduates will deliver effective computing solutions by applying sound technical practices and 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.
Graduate Attributes (GAs)
The Department adopted all Graduate Attributes (GAs) for the BS Computer Science Program defined in the Seoul Accord as Program Learning Outcomes.
GA 1: Academic Education: To prepare graduates as computing professionals.
GA 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.
GA 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.
GA 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.
GA 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.
GA 6: Individual and Teamwork: Function effectively as an individual and as a member or leader in diverse teams and multidisciplinary settings.
GA 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.
GA 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.
GA 9: Ethics: Understand and commit to professional ethics, responsibilities, and norms of professional computing practice.
GA 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
1st 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 | ||
| 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
1st 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 / HSCS 215 | Understanding Quran I / Cultural Studies I | GE-10 | 1 (1+0) |
| — | Elective Supporting Course | ES-1 | 3 (3+0) |
| Total Credits | 17 | ||
2nd 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 / HSCS 226 | Understanding Quran II / Cultural Studies II | GE-11 | 1 (1+0) |
| Total Credits | 18 | ||
Year 3
1st Semester
| Course Code | Course Title | Domain | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSCA 311 | Computer Organization & Assembly Language | CC-10 | 3 (2+3) |
| CSDM 312 | Advanced Database Management Systems | DC-1 | 3 (2+3) |
| CSHC 313 | Human Computer Interaction | DC-2 | 3 (3+0) |
| CSIS 314 | Information Security | CC-11 | 3 (3+0) |
| HSIM 315 | Introduction to Management | GE-12 | 2 (2+0) |
| — | Elective-I | DE-1 | 3 (3+0) |
| Total Credits | 17 | ||
2nd Semester
| Course Code | Course Title | Domain | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSTA 321 | Theory of Automata | DC-3 | 3 (3+0) |
| 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-13 | 2 (2+0) |
| — | Elective-II | DE-2 | 3 (2+3) |
| — | Elective-III | DE-3 | 3 (3+0) |
| Total Credits | 17 | ||
Year 4
1st Semester
| Course Code | Course Title | Domain | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSCC 411 | Compiler Construction | DC-5 | 3 (3+0) |
| CSAI 412 | Artificial Intelligence | CC-12 | 4 (3+3) |
| CSCA 413 | Computer Architecture | DC-6 | 3 (3+0) |
| HSPP 414 | Professional Practices | GE-14 | 2 (2+0) |
| BSCS 499-A | FYP-I | CC-13 | 3 (0+9) |
| — | Elective-IV | DE-4 | 3 (3+0) |
| Total Credits | 18 | ||
2nd 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 | ||