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Applied computing and networking program

Intermediate Diploma

Levels
5
Courses
21
Credits
74
Number of students
125
    Overview
    The "Applied computing and networking" program aims to equip students with practical skills and advanced technical knowledge in computing and networking. The program provides high-quality education aligned with market needs and community development through a comprehensive curriculum and innovative teaching approaches. It focuses on enabling students to analyze problems, design, and implement integrated networking solutions using modern technologies and tools, while enhancing communication, teamwork skills, and adherence to ethical and professional standards.

    Program levels

    المستوى الاول
    ACNE 111 - Operating Systems - mandatory
    Credits
    3
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    2
    Training
    Total Content
    4
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    This course provides intermediate level Windows Operating System concepts. It explains what Windows operating system is and common features of Windows operating system. Also, this course briefly explains the concepts of Device Management, Application Management and File Management. Also, this course helps the students to prepare for the Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) exam with this official Microsoft study guide to work at their own pace through the lessons and hands-on exercises.
    AENG 110 - English language skills 1 - mandatory
    Credits
    5
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    6
    Training
    Total Content
    10
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    This edition of Roadmap was created in collaboration with Arab World educators to provide learners with a culturally relevant learning experience. Roadmap is a general English course for adults which recognises that every class is different, and every learner is unique. Built on Global Scale of English learning objectives, Roadmap gives learners the specific language training they need to progress. Engaging, relevant content and extensive support materials make lessons enjoyable for both learners and teachers. Roadmap enables learners to: ◦ Make measurable progress with a syllabus built on GSE learning objectives. ◦ Build confidence in speaking with relevant, communicative tasks. ◦ Develop strategies for improving reading, writing, and listening skills. ◦ Practise grammar and vocabulary out of class with the mobile app.
    ACNE 112 - Introduction to networking - mandatory
    Credits
    3
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    2
    Training
    Total Content
    4
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    This course focuses on switching technologies and router operations that support small to medium business networks, including wireless local area networks (WLAN) and security concepts. In this course, the student will perform basic network configuration and troubleshooting, identify and mitigate LAN security threats, and configure and secure a basic WLAN.
    AITA 110 - Introduction to information technology - mandatory
    Credits
    3
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    2
    Training
    Total Content
    4
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    This course is a test of practical skills and competencies of computer theory and practice. The course helps to establish a benchmark for basic computer skills giving the opportunity for the students to effectively join the new information age and consequently leading to fulfilling the ultimate objective of computer literacy. It also emphasizes the development of problem-solving skills by using a range of widely used office software applications.
    ACDM 110 - Communication skills - mandatory
    Credits
    2
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    Training
    Total Content
    2
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    This course is designed for students to know and understand the theories, skills, and strategies needed to become effective communicators in academic and professional settings. The course explains the major theories of human communication and persuasion in interpersonal, small group, and public communication contexts. The course also focuses on effective communication skills and strategies for writing reports and CV’s and for preparing and delivering effective presentations.
    ACNE 110 - Programming basics - mandatory
    Credits
    4
    Theoretical
    3
    Pratical
    2
    Training
    Total Content
    5
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    This course introduces the fundamental concepts of programming. This course will demonstrate how to solve problems using appropriate programming language. Also, it contains an overview of computer information systems, fundamental computer concepts, and programming techniques. Student will have hands-on experience with selected programming language to apply their knowledge.
    المستوى الثاني
    ACNE 121 - Foundations of databases - mandatory
    Credits
    3
    Theoretical
    3
    Pratical
    2
    Training
    Total Content
    5
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    The course covers the fundamentals of core database concepts. It is a starting point for learners to get knowledge about databases and their components. Students at the end of this course should be able to create database objects, manipulate data, and administer a database.
    AENG 120 - English language skills 2 - mandatory
    Credits
    5
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    6
    Training
    Total Content
    10
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    This edition of Roadmap was created in collaboration with Arab World educators to provide learners with a culturally relevant learning experience. Roadmap is a general English course for adults which recognises that every class is different, and every learner is unique. Built on Global Scale of English learning objectives, Roadmap gives learners the specific language training they need to progress. Engaging, relevant content and extensive support materials make lessons enjoyable for both learners and teachers. Roadmap enables learners to: ◦ Make measurable progress with a syllabus built on GSE learning objectives. ◦ Build confidence in speaking with relevant, communicative tasks. ◦ Develop strategies for improving reading, writing, and listening skills. ◦ Practice grammar and vocabulary out of class with the mobile app.
    ACNE 120 - Advanced operating systems - mandatory
    Credits
    3
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    2
    Training
    Total Content
    4
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    The course covers the fundamentals of the Linux operating system and command line. The goal of this course is to provide academic institutions and students a “starting place” for learning the Linux operating system. Students who complete this course should understand Linux as an operating system, basic open-source concepts, how Linux is used and the basics of the Linux command line. This course implements a "practice as you read" approach to learning. Each learner has hands-on access to a Linux virtual machine to practice, explore and trial Linux command line concepts.
    ACNE 122 - Networking basics - mandatory
    Credits
    3
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    2
    Training
    Total Content
    4
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    This course introduces a variety of topics to build students’ skills and understanding of networking. The course also introduces networking devices and the Cisco IOS® software. Students will learn how networks are set up, how devices are configured, how communication takes place on a network and the basics of implementing network security best practices which will enhance the students’ confidence in communicating their knowledge and work in networking-related professions.
    ACNE 123 - Windows server - mandatory
    Credits
    3
    Theoretical
    2
    Pratical
    2
    Training
    Total Content
    4
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    This course introduces to students the scenarios, requirements, and storage and computer options that are available and applicable to Windows Server 2016. Students who complete this course should be able to prepare and install Windows Server 2016, describe the various storage options, install and configure Microsoft Hyper-V, configure virtual machines; and plan, create, and manage a failover cluster.
    المستوى الثالث
    ACNE 231 - Advanced Windows Server - mandatory
    Credits
    4
    Theoretical
    3
    Pratical
    2
    Training
    Total Content
    5
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    The course covers the essential networking skills required to design, deploy, configure and support Windows Server 2016 in most organizations. It elaborates on the TCP/IP fundamentals, remote access technologies, and more advanced content including Software Defined Networking.
    ACNE 233 - WAN - mandatory
    Credits
    4
    Theoretical
    3
    Pratical
    2
    Training
    Total Content
    5
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    This course is a study of CCNA R&S Connecting Networks course, and how the Internet is integrated to connect between several sites and to enable organizations to share resources. The goal of this course is to introduce fundamental networking concepts and technologies. Also, this course introduces the various protocols and technologies used in wide-area network (WAN) environments. Topics summarized here include point-to-point links, circuit switching, packet switching, virtual circuits, dialup services, and WAN devices. CCNA R&S Connecting Networks course materials will assist you in developing the skills necessary to plan and implement small networks across a range of applications. In this regard, the students will focus on techniques to analyze, plan, manage, supervise an enterprise network using the several Internet connections (Such as: PPP, Frame Relay, virtual Private Network,). In support of these techniques, lab activities and tutorials will include a Switch level 2 and 3, advanced or modular Router, Voice, Security....).
    ACNE 230 - System analysis and design - mandatory
    Credits
    4
    Theoretical
    3
    Pratical
    2
    Training
    Total Content
    5
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    System analysis and design deal with planning the development of information systems through understanding and specifying in detail what a system should do and how the components of the system should be implemented and work together. System analysts solve business problems through analyzing the requirements of information systems and designing such systems by applying analysis and design techniques. This course deals with the concepts, skills, methodologies, techniques, tools, and perspectives essential for systems analysts.
    AENG 230 - English in the Workplace - mandatory
    Credits
    4
    Theoretical
    4
    Pratical
    Training
    Total Content
    4
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    Discover the innovative world of Business Partner for learners and professionals who want to communicate effectively in English in the workplace. ◦ Study real-life business stories through authentic videos. ◦ Learn about key business topics, concepts, and vocabulary such as Corporate culture, Training and development, Finance and Time management. ◦ Develop your communication skills with the video-based Communication skills training programme that includes building relationships, managing bad news, managing challenging feedback and dealing with matters of urgency. ◦ Personalise your learning experience with a structured modular approach that gives the flexibility to focus on specific needs and learning outcomes. ◦ Get practical training in functional business skills such as self-presentation, facilitating a discussion and dealing with difficulties in negotiations. ◦ Work on realistic case studies in the Business workshops. ◦ Evaluate your progress step by step against the Global Scale of English Learning Objectives for ◦ Professional English. Prepare for business English exams.
    ACNE 232 - Routing and switching - mandatory
    Credits
    3
    Theoretical
    3
    Pratical
    Training
    Total Content
    3
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    The primary focus of this course is on routing and routing protocols. The goal is to develop an understanding of how a router learns about remote networks and determines the best path to that network. Knowledge of skills to install, configure, customize, maintain and troubleshoot Cisco routers utilizing different IP Protocols like RIP, EIGRP and OSPF, and understanding the structure and behavior of routing tables. Configuring Cisco Switch and Router as DHCP Server. Configuring NAT/PAT on Cisco Routers.
    المستوى الرابع
    ACNE 243 - Project - mandatory
    Credits
    4
    Theoretical
    4
    Pratical
    Training
    Total Content
    4
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    The student is required to function on multidisciplinary team to apply the concepts discussed throughout the Network program into a practical project guided by the course instructor. Course lectures will include briefing about projects, presentation skills and evaluation criteria. Written and oral examination is required by the end of the course.
    ACNE 240 - Cloud Computing - mandatory
    Credits
    4
    Theoretical
    3
    Pratical
    2
    Training
    Total Content
    5
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    The course covers measures students’ ability to accomplish technical tasks such as understanding the cloud; enabling Microsoft cloud services; administering Office 365 and Microsoft Intune; using and configuring Microsoft cloud services; and supporting cloud users.
    ACNE 241 - Advanced routing and switching - mandatory
    Credits
    3
    Theoretical
    3
    Pratical
    Training
    Total Content
    3
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    The course covers advanced routing and switching knowledge in the data communication field, including advanced IGP features, advanced BGP features, IPv6 routing, advanced Ethernet technologies, MPLS technologies, Network O&M, Network Troubleshooting, and Network Cutover.
    ACNE 242 - Advanced WAN - mandatory
    Credits
    3
    Theoretical
    3
    Pratical
    Training
    Total Content
    3
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    This course describes the architecture, components, and operations of routers and switches in larger and more complex networks and presents the configuration of those equipment’s for advanced functionalities. It also discusses the WAN technologies and network services required by converged applications in a complex network, making it possible to understand the selection criteria of network devices and WAN technologies necessary to meet specific network requirements.
    المستوى الخامس
    ACNE 300 - Applied training (2) - mandatory
    Credits
    4
    Theoretical
    4
    Pratical
    Training
    Total Content
    34
    Prerequisite
    Course Description:
    Practical Training is a great experience that provides students with hands-on, real-world experience in a work setting. This is mandatory internship program for all students. The course is designed to provide students opportunity to apply their academic education through practical experience. Students are sent to different companies to get the real flavor of work group, communications and professional development experiences.
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