BS IN INFORMATION SYSTEMS (AI and DS TRACK)
INTRODUCTION
As we move further into the digital age, the demand for professionals with expertise in AI and data-driven decision-making continues to grow exponentially across industries. From revolutionizing healthcare and finance to transforming transportation and entertainment, AI and data science are at the forefront of innovation, shaping the future in profound ways.
In this track, students will get into the fundamentals of both AI and data science, gaining a deep understanding of key concepts, algorithms, and techniques. They will learn how to harness the power of data to extract valuable insights, make informed predictions, and drive strategic decisions. Moreover, they will explore cutting-edge AI technologies such as machine learning, natural language processing, computer vision, and robotics, discovering how these tools are revolutionizing the way we interact with technology and the world around us.
TRACK OBJECTIVES | LEARNING OUTCOMES
In addition to CS six learning Outcomes, the AI and data Science track enables students after graduation to:
Gain conceptual understanding of the technologies behind AI such as machine learning, deep learning, neural networks, and algorithms.
Career Roles in AI and Data Science
- Data Scientist
- Machine Learning Engineer
- AI Research Scientist
- Business Intelligence Analyst
- Data Engineer
- AI Product Manager
- AI Ethicist
- Data Analyst
- AI Consultant
TRACK REQUIREMENTS
AI and Data Science (AI & DS) Track Requirements
Students taking the AI and DS track are required to complete the following four courses:
2 Core Courses:
- CS 316: Introduction to AI & Data Science
- CS 465: Machine Learning
2 Elective Courses (Select 2):
- CS 469: Digital Image Processing
- CS 471: Data Mining
- CS 476: Natural Language Processing
- CS 496: Emerging Topics in AI and DS
- CS 481: Big Data Analytics
Information Systems (AI and DS) Track STUDY PLAN
YEAR 1
SEMESTER 1
COURSE # |
TITLE |
CRS |
CS101 |
COMPUTER PROGRAMMING I |
4 |
SCI 101 |
INTRODUCTION TO PHYSICAL SCIENCES |
3 |
ENG 101 |
INTENSIVE ENGLISH WRITING |
3 |
MATH 111 |
CALCULUS 1 |
3 |
ARAB 101 |
ARABIC WRITING I |
2 |
ISC101 |
ISLAMIC ETHICS |
2 |
PE xxx |
PHYSICAL EDUCATION |
1 |
SUBTOTAL |
18 |
SEMESTER 2
COURSE # |
TITLE |
CRS |
CS 102 |
COMPUTER PROGRAMMING II |
3 |
CS 175 |
COMPUTER ORGANIZATION AND DIGITAL LOGIC |
3 |
STAT 101 |
INTRODUCTION TO STATISTICS AND PROBABILITY |
3 |
BUS 101 |
INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION |
3 |
ENG 103 |
RESEARCH WRITING TECHNIQUES |
3 |
ISC 103 |
ISLAMIC ECONOMIC SYSTEM |
2 |
SUBTOTAL |
17 |
YEAR 2
SEMESTER 1
COURSE # |
TITLE |
CRS |
IS 201 |
INTRODUCTION TO INFORMATION SYSTEMS |
4 |
CS 210 |
DATA STRUCTURES AND ALGORITHMS |
3 |
CS 285 |
DISCRETE MATH FOR COMPUTING |
3 |
ACC 111 |
FOUNDATION IN FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING |
3 |
COM 201 |
COMMUNICATION SKILLS |
3 |
ARAB 103 |
ARABIC WRITING II |
2 |
SUBTOTAL |
17 |
SEMESTER 2
COURSE # |
TITLE |
CRS |
IS 205 |
BUSINESS PROCESS MANAGEMENT |
3 |
IS 231 |
SYSTEM ANALYSIS AND DESIGN |
3 |
IS 241 |
DATABASE MANAGEMENT AND APPLICATIONS |
3 |
CS 330 |
INTRODUCTION TO OPERATION SYSTEMS |
3 |
PSY 101 |
INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY |
3 |
ISC 105 |
HOLY QURAN SCIENCES |
2 |
PE xxx |
PHYSICAL EDUCATION |
1 |
SUBTOTAL |
18 |
YEAR 3
SEMESTER 1
COURSE # |
TITLE |
CRS |
IS 321 |
ENTERPRISE ARCHITECTURE |
3 |
MKT 301 |
PRINCIPALS OF MARKETING |
3 |
CS 331 |
DATA COMMUNICATIONS AND COMPUTER NETWORKS |
3 |
CYS 401 |
FUNDAMENTALS OF CYBERSECURITY |
3 |
ECON 101 |
PRINCIPALS OF MICROECONOMICS |
3 |
CS 316 |
INTRODUCTION TO AI & DATA SCIENCE |
3 |
SUBTOTAL |
18 |
SEMESTER 2
COURSE # |
TITLE |
CRS |
IS 311 |
WEB DEVELOPMENT |
3 |
IS 361 |
IS PROJECT MANAGEMENT |
3 |
IS 371 |
QUANTITATIVE ANALYSIS |
3 |
CS 465 |
MACHINE LEARNING |
3 |
CS4XX |
AI & DS ELECTIVE |
3 |
ETHC303 |
ETHICAL AND SOCIAL ASPECTS OF COMPUTING |
3 |
SUBTOTAL |
18 |
YEAR 4
SEMESTER 1
COURSE # |
TITLE |
CRS |
CS4XX |
AI & DS ELECTIVE |
3 |
-- -- |
FREE ELECTIVE |
3 |
COM 301 |
PROFESSIONAL & TECHNICAL PRESENTATIONS |
2 |
ISC 203 |
NEW FINANCIAL TRANSACTIONS |
2 |
FIN 210 |
PRINCIPALS OF FINANCE |
3 |
IS 499 |
SENIOR PROJECT |
3 |
ARAB 203 |
ARABIC WRITING III |
2 |
SUBTOTAL |
18 |
SEMESTER 2
COURSE # |
TITLE |
CRS |
IS 492 |
CO-OP IN INFORMATION SYSTEMS |
10 |
SUBTOTAL |
10 |