Program Overview
The Bachelor of Computer and Networking Engineering Technology (CNET) combines the practical skills needed to apply ever-advancing technologies with the solid business principles required to thrive in an enterprise-oriented world. Through a modern educational approach and state-of-the art facilities, this program delivers less theory and more technology-based practice in areas such as network security and administration; network operating systems; and wireless networks. It will provide you with plenty of hands-on experience right from the first year and help you to build a strong skill set upon graduation.
Benefits
CNET graduates have a 100% employment rate owing to the diverse and comprehensive skills they develop in the computer network, software and hardware technology domain. The program will prepare you for professional certifications such as CCNA, Network+ and MCSA, and provides a direct link to the Cisco Networking Academy program, which is a dynamic educational course that teaches students relevant technology skills. Graduates of the program will be equipped to sit the globally recognized CCNA exam which opens doors to different employment opportunities and increases competitiveness in the global marketplace.
Career Opportunities
As a graduate of the Bachelor of Computer and Networking Engineering Technology (CNET) program, you will have the qualifications and skills to pursue opportunities in the following areas:
- Network Administration
- Network Security
- System Administration
- Network Analysis
- Internet Network Specialisms
- IT Project Management
- IT Management
- Database Design
- System Analysis
Graduates can also pursue advanced studies, such as a Master’s or PhD’s in Computer Science or Network, to specialize further and enhance career prospects, including academic and high-level research roles.
The program has been awarded the accreditation by Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, UAE.
In alignment with national and international accreditation standards, the following statements describe the Program Education Aims of the Bachelor of Computer and Networking Engineering Technology program, which are also referred to as Program Educational Objectives (PEOs) under ABET terminology.
The graduates of the Bachelor of Computer and Networking Engineering Technology program, within a few years of their graduation, will have:
(PEO 1): Pursued successful careers or advanced studies in computer network engineering, network administration, cloud infrastructure, or related fields in information and communication technologies.
(PEO 2): Contributed to building national and global capacity in computer networking through applied technical knowledge, practical skills, and the ability to design, implement, secure, and manage reliable and scalable network systems.
(PEO 3): Demonstrated workplace readiness, including strong analytical and problem-solving skills, effective communication, collaboration, leadership potential, and adaptability in dynamic technical environments.
(PEO 4): Exhibited professional responsibility and awareness of societal, ethical, economic, and environmental impacts of networking technologies, with a commitment to best practices including data security, privacy, and sustainability.
(PEO 5): Engaged in continuous professional development and lifelong learning to keep pace with emerging networking technologies, certifications, and industry trends.
In alignment with national and international accreditation standards, the following statements describe the Program Learning Outcomes of the Bachelor of Computer and Networking Engineering Technology program, which are also referred to as Student Outcomes (SO) under ABET terminology.
Upon successful completion of the Bachelor of Computer and Networking Engineering Technology program, the graduates of the program will be able to:
PLO 1 (SO 1): Apply acquired knowledge, techniques, skills and modern tools of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to solve broadly defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline.
PLO 2 (SO 2): Design partial or complete specialized systems or processes considering appropriate tradeoffs, theories, best practices, and social implications.
PLO 3 (SO 3): Communicate effectively using written, oral, and graphical communication with all stakeholders, team members, professionals, and the public.
PLO 4 (SO 4): Conduct standard tests, measurements, and experiments and analyze and interpret the results to improve processes.
PLO 5 (SO 5): Work in an effective and creative way individually and in teams and demonstrate leadership skills.
PLO 6 (SO 6): Take responsibility as professional to design, select, apply, deploy and manage computer network engineering technology systems to support the organization in multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary teams.
PLO 7 (SO 7): Exhibit an understanding of professional, ethical, legal, security and social issues and responsibilities and engage in continuing professional development.
The Bachelor of Computer and Networking Engineering Technology (CNET) program is offered at the CUD campus in full-time regular study mode. The program is completed in 8 semesters (4 academic years), and the maximum allowable duration for completion is eight academic years.
The CNET degree shall be awarded to a student upon fulfilling the following requirements:
- Passed 132 credit hours.
- Achieved a CGPA of not less than 2.0 on a 4.0 scale.
- Earned at least 50% of the total credit hours at CUD.
- Successfully completed the Internship and both Capstone Projects at CUD.
Program Structure
| Requirements | Compulsory
Credit Hours |
Elective
Credit Hours |
Total
Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Requirements (GE Courses) | 18 | 6 | 24 |
| Program Core Requirements | 30 | - | 30 |
| Program Major Requirements | 73 | 6 | 79 |
| Total | 121 | 12 | 133 |
| Course Code | Course Title | Prerequisite | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compulsory Courses (18 Credits) | ||||
| LNG | 181 | English I for Engineering and Computing | None | 3 |
| LNG | 182 | English II for Engineering and Computing | LNG 181 | 3 |
| GED | 190 | Emirati Studies | None | 3 |
| GED | 255 | Critical Thinking and Problem Solving | LNG 182 or LNG 172 | 3 |
| ENT | 141 | Fundamentals of Innovation and Entrepreneurship 1 | None | 2 |
| ENT | 142 | Fundamentals of Innovation and Entrepreneurship 2 | ENT 141 | 1 |
| ENT | 241 | Entrepreneurship 1 | ENT 142 | 2 |
| ENT | 242 | Entrepreneurship 2 | ENT 241 | 1 |
| Humanities Elective Courses (06 Credits): Students are required to Select TWO Courses from the following Pool | ||||
| GED | 110 | Modern Art Appreciation | None | 3 |
| GED | 111 | Music Appreciation and Communication | None | 3 |
| GED | 191 | Islamic Studies | None | 3 |
| GED | 196 | Communication Skills in Arabic 1 | None | 3 |
| GED | 205 | Psychology in Everyday Life | LNG 182 or LNG 172 | 3 |
| GED | 324 | Ethical Reasoning for Today’s World | LNG 182 or LNG 172 | 3 |
| GED | 330 | Introduction to Canadian Studies | None | 3 |
| Course Code | Course Title | Prerequisite | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MTH | 112 | Calculus I | None | 3 |
| MTH | 120 | Discrete Mathematics | None | 3 |
| MTH | 130 | Probability and Statistics | MTH 112 | 3 |
| NET | 110 | Computer Networks Fundamentals | ENG 101 or NET 100 | 3 |
| SWS | 110 | Programming I | None | 3 |
| SCI | 210 | Modern Physics | None | 3 |
| BUS | 310 | Project Management | Completion of 60 Credits | 3 |
| SWS | 111 | Programming II | SWS 110 | 3 |
| BCS | 306 | Database Management Systems | SWS 111 or ( BCS 201, BCS 202 ) | 3 |
| BCS | 401 | Ethics for Computing Professionals | None | 3 |
| Course Code | Course Title | Prerequisite | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compulsory Courses (73 Credits) | ||||
| NET | 100 | Fundamental of Digital Systems | None | 3 |
| NET | 105 | Microprocessors and Microcontrollers | NET 100 | 3 |
| NET | 111 | Operating Systems Fundamentals | ENG 210 or NET 105 | 3 |
| NET | 120 | LAN Switching and Routing | NET 100 | 3 |
| NET | 121 | Network Operating Systems | NET 111 | 3 |
| NET | 214 | Network Programming | NET 120, SWS 111 | 3 |
| NET | 220 | Network Security and Administration | NET 120 | 3 |
| NET | 221 | Communication Technology | NET 120 | 3 |
| NET | 222 | Wireless Networks | NET 221 or COM 412 | 3 |
| EBU | 200 | e-Business Fundamentals | None | 3 |
| MKT | 201 | Principles of Marketing | LNG 171 or LNG 181 | 3 |
| SWS | 211 | System Analysis and Design | SWS 111 | 3 |
| SWS | 215 | Web Development | BCS 306 | 3 |
| NET | 310 | Network Management | NET 222 | 3 |
| NET | 320 | Advanced LAN Switching and Routing | NET 120 | 3 |
| SWS | 315 | Mobile Application Development | SWS 215 | 3 |
| SWS | 351 | Management Information Systems | GED 101 or SWS 110 | 3 |
| NET | 405 | Virtualization and Cloud Computing | NET 320 | 3 |
| SWS | 405 | Applied Artificial Intelligence | MTH 130, (BCS 222, BCS 206) or SWS 111 | 3 |
| NET | 406 | Cloud Architecture | NET 405 | 3 |
| NET | 410 | Enterprise Network Design | NET 222 | 3 |
| NET | 420 | Advanced Network Troubleshooting | NET 222 | 3 |
| NET | 407 | CNET Graduation Project-1 | Completed 100 Credit Hours | 2 |
| NET | 408 | CNET Graduation Project-2 | NET 407 | 2 |
| NET | 480 | Internship in Computer and Network Engineering Technology | 90 Credits & CGPA ≥ 2.0 | 3 |
| Elective Courses (06 Credits): Students are required to Select TWO Courses from the following courses | ||||
| NET | 403 | Mobile Security | NET 220 | 3 |
| SWS | 400 | Data Warehousing | BCS 306 | 3 |
| SWS | 401 | Web Services Integration | NET 405 | 3 |
| SWS | 421 | Cryptography and Information Security | NET 220 | 3 |