Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET)
The Computer Engineering and Networks (CEN) program at Jouf University has been accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET), Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC), for the period 2019–2025. This international accreditation ensures that the program meets high-quality standards in curriculum, faculty qualifications, facilities, and continuous improvement processes, preparing graduates to enter the global workforce with the knowledge and skills required for professional practice in computer engineering and networks.
The following section presents the Program Educational Objectives (PEOs) and Student Outcomes (SOs) of the CEN program, which guide its curriculum and assessment processes.
Program Educational Objectives (PEOs):
PEO-1 – Demonstrate and understand the importance of life-long learning through professional development, practical training, and specialized certifications in the field of computer engineering and networks.
Graduates are expected to remain current in their field by actively pursuing continuous education opportunities such as professional training, industry certifications, workshops, or self-directed learning, ensuring their skills remain relevant and up-to-date.
PEO-2 – Assume progressively managerial, leading, and influential roles in their organizations and communities.
Graduates are expected to grow in responsibility, taking on leadership roles in their workplace, contributing to strategic decision-making, mentoring others, and positively impacting their professional and social environments.
PEO-3 – Pursue postgraduate studies and succeed in academic and research careers.
Graduates are expected to enroll in and successfully complete graduate programs (M.Sc., Ph.D.) or engage in research activities, producing scholarly work that contributes to the advancement of computer engineering and networks.
PEO-4 – Apply engineering knowledge ethically and responsibly, addressing technical challenges and contributing positively to society.
Graduates are expected to make decisions that reflect professional ethics and social responsibility, using their engineering expertise to develop solutions that benefit society and minimize negative impacts.
Students Outcomes (SOs):
SO1. An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
Students must demonstrate the ability to recognize complex problems, express them in a well-defined form, and apply their knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering fundamentals to develop appropriate solutions.
SO2. An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.
Students must be able to apply a structured design process to develop systems, components, or processes that satisfy requirements and constraints, while considering safety, ethics, sustainability, and other real-world factors.
SO3. An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
Students must be able to prepare clear written documents, deliver effective oral presentations, and use visual and technical communication tools suitable for technical and non-technical audiences.
SO4. An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
Students must demonstrate awareness of ethical codes, professional responsibilities, and the broader implications of engineering decisions on society and the environment, and use this awareness in their decision-making.
SO5. An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.
Students must show the ability to work as an effective team member or leader, participate actively in team discussions, respect diverse perspectives, and contribute to achieving shared project goals.
SO6. An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
Students must be able to design and execute experiments, collect and process data, use analytical tools, and draw meaningful conclusions based on evidence.
SO7. An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.
Students must demonstrate the ability to self-learn, identify gaps in their knowledge, use available resources (books, online databases, research articles), and apply what they learn to solve new problems.