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ماجستير هندسة الإتصالات والشبكات

كلية الهندسة

Master of Science in Communications And Networks Engineering

 1.  Program Introduction/Description

The Department offers a graduate program leading to the M.Sc. degree in Communications and Networks Engineering. The program provides advanced instruction and research opportunities in a broad range of Communication Systems and Networks Engineering areas and is focused on both the theoretical and practical aspects of the state-of-the-art in Communications and Networking Engineering. The program has been designed to equip students with both the systematic knowledge and the essential training towards engineering design and independent research in the field of Communication Systems and Networks Engineering.

 2. Program Identification and General Information

Program Title

Master of Science in Communications and Networks Engineering

Awarding Institution

Sana’a University

Department

Department of Electrical Engineering

Other Departments with major Teaching Contributions

None

Language of study

English Language

Date of Specification Preparation/Revision

May 2021

Mode of Study

Full time

Study System

Courses & Thesis

Main Location of Study

Faculty of Engineering/Sana’a University

Mode of Delivery

Full-time

Study Duration

Minimum: 2 Academic years (Two terms each, full-time)

Maximum: 3 Academic years (two terms each – full time)

Award(s) or Final Award

Master of Science (MSc.) in Communications and Networks Engineering

Qualification required to join the program:

BSc. in Electrical Engineering and/or related fields

Minimum grade requirements to enroll in the program

Good

Other admission requirements

Detailed below

Name of the program coordinator

Associate Prof. Mohammed Abdo Al-Mekhlafi

Approval date:

 

 3. Program Curriculum Committee:

Dr. Mohammed Al-Mekhlafi

Dr. Mohammed Al-Gorafi

Dr. Ali Manea

Dr. Radwan Al-Bothigi

Dr. Farook Al-Fohiadi

 Dr. Ali Nagi Nasary

Dr. Abdulkafi Al-Eriany          

Dr. Adel Al-Shokairi

Dr. Mohammed Hankal

Dr. Mohammed Abdul Karim Al-Suraby

Dr. Nasser Al-Mofari 

 

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Aims of the Program

This program will provide students with opportunities to:
  1. Develop advanced knowledge and broad understanding of the principles and methodologies of communications and networks engineering.
  2. Apply their knowledge to design, investigate and solve complex problems in the areas of communication systems and networking.
  3. Promote scientific and applied research particularly that is related to development local Telecommunications companies.
  4. Develop their independent learning skills as required for continued professional development.
  5. Develop high-level oral and written communication skills specific to the needs of the communication systems industry and network engineering.

Mission of the Program

  • To advance knowledge and educate engineers who will make the world a better place by using the power of engineering principles, techniques and systems.
  • To focus on equipping engineers with the state-of-art knowledge and skills they need for work and for life. 
  • To empower practicing engineers with the state-of-art technology to meet the growing challenges of the industry.
  • To carry out research through constant interaction with research organizations and industry.

Study Plan

 1.     System of Study

Type of program

Coursework and Thesis

Study methods in the program:

Regular

The period to complete the program

Min. 2 Years (4 Terms)

Max. 3 + 1 Years (6 + 2 Terms)

Total Credit Hours for courses & Research

36

 

 2.     Study Plan

FR stands for Faculty Requirements.

CNE5XX stands for Communications and Networks Engineering.

 

First Semester

No.

Course Code

Course Name

اسم المقرر

Credit Hours

Prerequisites

Lec.

Pr.

Tut.

Total C.H.

1

CNE501

Stochastic Processes

العمليات العشوائية

3

 

 

3

 

2

CNE531

Optical Fiber Communications

اتصالات الألياف الضوئية

3

 

 

3

 

3

CNE512

Communication Networks

شبكات الاتصالات

3

 

 

3

 

4

CNE521

Advanced Digital Signal Processing

معالجة الإشارات الرقمية المتقدمة

3

 

 

3

 

5

CNE5xx

Elective I

اختياري I

3

 

 

3

 

 

 

Total Credit Hours

 

 

 

15

 

 

Second Semester

No.

Course Code

Course Name

اسم المقرر

Credit Hours

Prerequisites

Lec.

Pr.

Tut.

Total C.H.

1

FR501

Research Methods and Project Preparation

طرق البحث وتحضير المشروع

3

 

 

3

 

2

CNE513

Advanced Wireless and Mobile Communications

الاتصالات اللاسلكية والمتنقلة المتقدمة

3

 

 

3

Stochastic Processes

3

CNE511

Advanced Digital Communications

الاتصالات الرقمية المتقدمة

3

 

 

3

Stochastic Processes

4

CNE541

Network Security

أمن الشبكة

3

 

 

3

Communication Networks

5

CNE5xx

Elective II

إختياري II

3

 

 

3

 

 

 

Total Credit Hours

 

 

 

 

 

 

Elective Courses. Choose two Courses (6 CH)

No.

Course Code

Course Name

اسم المقرر

Credit Hours

Prerequisites

Lec.

Pr.

Tut.

Total C.H.

1

PMxxx

Advanced Engineering Project Management

 

3

 

 

3

 

2

CNE581

Internet of Things

 

3

 

 

3

 

3

CNE582

Applied Machine Learning

 

3

 

 

3

 

4

CNE551

Broadband Access Networks

 

3

 

 

3

 

5

CNE552

Software Defined Networking

 

3

 

 

3

 

6

CNE571

Electromagnetic Interference & Compatibility

 

3

 

 

3

 

 

 

Total Credit Hours

 

 

 

 

 

 

Third Semester

Course Code

Course Name

Cr. Hrs.

THESIS599

Thesis (Research and Writing)

6

 

Fourth Semester

Course Code

Course Name

Cr. Hrs.

THESIS599

Thesis (Research and Writing)

6

 

3. Admission Requirements:

1. Bachelor of Electrical Engineering Certificate with not less than 65 % passing ratio, or equivalent.

2. Interview

3. TOEFL / IBT: 60, or Equivalent

4.ICDL (Computer Skills)

5.Arabic Language

6. Student number capacity of 20 students per year

7. Transfer Requirements, and Courses Equivalency

8. Annex -13: shows the Admission Requirements for the Program

 

 4. Graduation Requirements:

Student attendance should not be less than 75%.

Student will graduate after successfully passing the 30 credit hours courses and 6 credit hours Research.

Student must achieve a minimum average score for all courses is 75% degree

Minimum score for any student to pass any credit hours course is 65% degree.

Grading System:

From 90% to 100% of total marks        Excellent

From 80% to less than 90%                  Very Good

From 75% to less than 80%                  Good

From 65% to less than 75%                  Pass

Less than 65%                                     Poor/Fail

 

 5. Learning Resources, Facilities, and Equipment for Running the Program

Learning Resources:

–  Policies and Procedure for providing and quality assurance of learning resources textbooks, references and other resource materials, including electronic and web-based resources, Journal Database, etc.

– University database which allows access to most of the international publishing houses

Facilities and Equipment:

Policies and Procedure for providing and quality assurance of Facilities and Equipment (Library, laboratories, medical facilities, classrooms, etc.).

List of laboratories:

–          Communications Engineering Laboratory        –   Computer Laboratory       

 

 6.     Teaching staff

 

 

Professor

Associate Professor

Assistant Professor

Technicians Assistants

Required Number

 

 

 

 

Available Number

3

6

Note:

 

 


 7.     Program Management and Regulations

1. Program Management

1.1 Program Structure

(Including boards, councils, units, committees, etc.)

Electrical Engineering Department Board

Postgraduate Studies Administration

Vice Dean for Postgraduate Studies

College of Engineering Board

Vice Presidency of the University for Postgraduate Studies

1.2 Stakeholders’ Involvement

Describe the representation and involvement of stakeholders in the program planning and development. (Students, professional bodies, scientific societies, alumni, employers, etc.)

The stakeholders were involved in designing the program, including universities, research centers, the public and private sectors, through their participation in a workshop as well as in responding to and submitting a questionnaire.

2. Program Regulations

Provide a list of related program regulations, including their link to online version: admission, study and exams, recruitment, appeals and complaint regulations, etc.) 

Decision of the Presidency of the Council of Ministers No. 40 of 2008

Decision of the Presidency of the Council of Ministers No. 141 of 2008

Graduate Studies Guide to Sana’a University

 

 8.     Evaluation of Program Quality Matrix

Evaluation

Areas/Aspects

Evaluation

Sources/References

Evaluation Methods

Evaluation Time

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Note:

Evaluation Areas/Aspects (e.g., leadership, effectiveness of teaching & assessment, learning resources, partnerships, etc.)

Evaluation Sources (students, graduates, alumni, faculty, program leaders, administrative staff, employers, independent reviewers, and others (specify)

Evaluation Methods (e.g., Surveys, interviews, visits, etc.)

Evaluation Time (e.g., beginning of semesters, end of academic year, etc.)

 

 9.     List of Annexes

Annex (1)

Academic Standards Curriculum Criteria of Accreditation Board for Communications and Networks Engineering Program.

Annex (2)

Survey of names of Similar Accredited Programs at International Universities (Benchmarks) for Communications and Networks Engineering Programs.

Annex (3)

Survey of Intended Learning Outcomes for similar Accredited Communications and Networks Engineering Programs at International Universities.

Annex (4)

Summary of similar Programs (Benchmarks) for Master of Science in Communications and Networks Engineering Program.

Annex (5)

Survey of course names of Similar Programs.

Annex (6)

Survey/Mapping of Vision, Mission and Objectives of similar Accredited Programs at International Universities (Benchmarks) for Masters of Science in Communications and Networks Engineering Programs.

Annex (7)

Mapping of the Mission and Objectives of the Program with the Vision, Mission and Objectives of Faculty, and the University.

Annex (8)

Main Themes/Sub-Themes with Relative weight for Program (if need)

Annex (9)

PILOs Distribution to General Themes for Program (if need)

Annex (10)

Matrix of Mapping Program P- ILO’s with Courses

Annex (11)

Mapping the Benchmarks with PILO’s (if need)

Annex (12)

Mapping Program’s Goals with Intended Learning Outcomes

Annex (13)

The Admission Requirements for the Program.