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 OPPORTUNITIES

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