FAST-NUCES Degree programs Hill Programs in Computing Dean’s Message Welcome to the FAST School of Computing, We are the pioneers of Computing ecucation in the country, In 1985, we started as a small and affiliated institute and today we have expanded to five cities of the country ~ offering five bachelor's degree programs, six master's degree programs, and two PhD degree programs within the Fast School of Computing. In addition, we also offer two specialization streams within the 85 (C5) degree programwith the emergence of innovative technologies such as Generative A Deep Learning, Data Science, Blockchain, Cyber Security, Cloud Computing, Gaming, Robotics, and JoT, our focus has been to make an innovative impact through their integration and application Computing has massive potential in our socio-economic development. Realizing this potential, our aim has been to empower the youth with capabilities, innovation, learning, and entrepreneurship, The School of Computing takes honors in teading the computing education of the country. Our graduates have been playing an active and leading role, both at the national as well as the international level, We have also established collaborations with several organizations and universities. In a recently concluded survey, P@SHA - the computing industrial representative of the country, placed us as the top ranked university among all the universities of the @ rosvecusans Dr Jawwad Ahmed Shamsi Professor and Dean (Computing) PhD (CS), Mayne State Unversity, USA (2009) PhD Approved Supervisor MS (C5), University of Michigan-Dearborn, Usa (2002), 8 (), NED-UET, Karachi (1998) country, which offers computing education, Through our outstanding faculty, funded research, impactful publications, innovative ideas, well- equipped labs, and strong alliance with the industry, we strive to provide an environment which can nourish the youngtalent We offera variety of academic programs through which students can inspire them to choose their desired specialization of studies. We aim to offer personalized growth and opportunities to students so that they can enrich their talent and builé upon their skills using curricular, co-curricular, and extra-curricular activities at the University | would like to invite you té explore the variety of opportunities offered by the University. | hope you will ind the information useful Please do not hesitate to,contact us in case of any questions, My team and | will be glad toassistyou.FAST-NUCES 85 Programs in computing Ill BS Admission Test, Eligibility and Selection Criteria Computing Domain Pre-medical students who have passed adgitional maths or they are waiting for results are eligible to apply for admission in computing programs. ‘Weightage of HSSC marks shall be calculated based on (whichever s applicable) atthe time of compilation of merit ist. “‘Weightage of HS5C marks shall be calculated based on (whichever is applicable) atthe time of compilation of merit list. a Marks obtained in HSSC part | and 11 OR b. Marks obtained in HSSC part |, if result of HSSC part II not available OR — Marks/Percentage given in IBCC equivalence certificate of A-level OR dd. Marks/Percentage given in IBCC equivalence certificate of O-level Merit cut-off marks to be determined by the UniversityFAST-NUCES BS Programs in Computing Program Mission To provide theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for a professional career in Artificial Intelligence. The degree program follows Artificial Intelligence in breadth, covering core computing concepts with a. specialization in Artificial Intelligence and its application within the code of ethics Career Opportunities You may become risk manager reporting analyst, project manager enterprise analyst, data engineer machine learning engineer, Artificial Intelligence developer etc Award of Degree For the award of Bachelor of Science (Artificial Intelligence) degree, a student musthave ‘+ Passed courses totaling at least 137 credit hours, includingall core courses + Famed CGPA ofatleast 2.00 ProspectusFAST-NUCES 85 Programs in computing Ill Tentative Study Plan-Bachelor of Science (Artificial Intelligence) NSOOT cs7000 Trot WIDE * Internship can be registered in any = semester after the second and Colca and anaT yea GeOmeRAT including the eighth semester. The Functional Engi Internship credit hours and grade Toeology and Constinon of PAKS shall be used in the calculation of the Invagian ta nso a on ToT ENO COPA of the completed degree. It will Programming rurdar eral not be used in the determination of Tot semester GPA and merit posi ion Cis aed Community Eligibility for FYP-I: 95 CH Digital Loge Design Eiposteny Writing islamic Stasis eee Computing Core iltvarable Calevus im General cation ‘Objet Orented Prog-ann nderstancing Srat-un-Rati PRUE) Maths ane Supporting Courses Computer Organivation and Assembly canguage Tectve Supportive Courses Data Suucltes Discrete Structures near algebra Tnderstancing of FOOT Total eta eigen Database Systems Tanarnenias of So Operating SETS Probably ang StatSEEE Understanding of Holy QUAN Computer Networks Design afd analysis oT ASTI Knowledge Representalion and ReSSOnng Machine Learning Tecinical and Susinans WUE Trica Nera Newwores ACT Parle snd 0 sted COMET 2006 Thal Year Pope Erirepreneureh al Eictve = aLEectve = S5/MG Eiecive “T Final Year Project=T Information Secutty Praessional Practices arte = TotalF AST-NUCES 85 Programs in Computing. ll Bachelor of Science (Computer Science) Tentative Study Plan-Bachelor of Science (Computer Science) Program Mission To provide the theoretical and practical knowledge and skills required for a professional career in computing. The degree program follows Computer Science in breadth covering core computer science and its application within a code of ett @ Career Opportunities he graduates holding Bachelor of Science (Computer Science) degree will be able to adopt a wide range oF careers, including computer programmer, software Engineer Software developer Web Game Mobile App developer Soff quality engineer, and grap designer ete. 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The ‘SE4OO2 Fundamentals of Software Project Management | 3 | 0 mernship credit he urs ane grade 53006 | Parallel and osributed Computing S| en en SE Elective - | 3 |e t will n be used in the Se “Tey or vr 95¢ Ticeort [Entrepreneurship 3 To Soom [St fete ze teat Some [SE Beate =W x fo Daman Spoon | STi Cece xo ven ie watts ee a 55002 | nfermaton Sean x fo csaaat | Professional rece xo SSoox [SF FectveV x fo Total 7 Sa CARTE ETT 7AST-NUCE Ss MS Programs in Computing Computing aster of Science (Gyber Security) Degrees FASTNUCES 5 ‘Admission Applicant must select only one out of the three ORE General Tet jacmission test eptons (NTS test from specific universities will not be acceptable) Degree earned In relevant subject of ) Minimum 60% marks or CGPA of Eligibility 1 | Science from a recognized University after Minimum 60% marks or CGPA of at east 2.00 on a scale of 400 16 years of education Selection Criteria? | achelor) Degree Master of Science (Software Project Management) Test ‘Admission Applicant must select only one out of the three admission test options FAST-NUCES ‘Nis GAT-A General (NTS test from specific universities will fot be acceptable) Degree earned ih relevant Subject oF Science from a recognized University after 16 years of education AND 2 years of experience related to Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) activities gained as a software engineer (or similar role eg, quality assurance engineer, etc) in @ professional software development firm. Minimum 6096 marks oF COPA of atleast 2.00 on a scale of 4,00 Selection Criteria Weightage of Admission Test marks Weightage of past academic record (Bachelor) 2 30% 30% documents/transcripts will be checked ai the time of admission, ncorrect/false nformation submitted by the applicant or any attempt to hide information will lead to disqualification o he ca dicateFAST-NUCES IMs Programs in Computing ll Master of Science (Artificial Intelligence) Program Mission To produce competent and well ~ round professionals capable of Appling Master of Science (Artificial Intelligence) and Data Science to solve real ife problems. @ Career Opportunities The Master of Science (Artificial Intelligence) comprises of both course work as well as research Components, There are three core courses aimed at strengthening the understanding and competence of students in Artificial intelligence fundamentals, The university expects its Master of Science (Artificial intelligence) graduates to pursue careers as Al experts in either academia or industry. Program Learning Outcomes 1. Create autonomous system/agents for solving complex real-world problems. 2. Apply the tools and techniques to make a strategically important impact on industry and society. 3. Pursue doctoral studies within the domain of Artificia Intelligence at top ~ ranked institutes of the world 4, Take a leadership role in both Al academia and industry. 5, Students shall have the ability to make effective oral and written presentations on technical topics, The following three courses or equivalent are prerequisites for ting Master of Science (Artificial elligence) coursework 1. Object oriented programming 2, Data Structures and Algorithms 3. Artificial intelligence A student selected for admission may be asked to study these courses. The Admission Committee may assign up to four deficiency courses. ‘These must be passed in the frst two semesters, Deficiency courses shall be determined by the Graduate Studies Committee, before admitti the student. Fee is not charged for studying deficiency courses. A student may be allowed to take the Mathematical Foundation of A\ course Along with the deficiency courses. Award of Degree ‘or the award of Master of Science (Antificial intelligence) degree, a student musthave © Passed courses totaling at least 30 credit hours, nncluding core courses + Eamed CGPAofat least 250 Tentative Study Plan-Master of Science (artificial Intelligence) ‘Al5001 | Advanced artificial intelligence 3 ‘Al5002_| Mathematical Foundation of Artincial intelligence | 3 54002 | Applied Programming? NC General Elective (Computing/Management Sciences) | 3 Total | 9 15003 | Advanced Machine Learning a[o 55001 | Research Methodology 3] 0 Computing lective ae Total | 9 | 0 SSS EE ret TSS computing Elective 30 AL MS Thesis-I/MS Project-1 3 Total | 3 | 3 ee Computing Elective a fo Al MS Thesis-II/MS Project-Il o|3 Total | 3 G. Total | 30 NOTE:'Applied Programming is an NC course, which must be cleared during the first semester. The course may be exempted based on good performance in admission test, Registration in 'MS Thesis-I/Project-1' shall be allowed provided the student has a) Earned atleast 15 CH b) Passed the'Research Methodology course’ AND a ormorethan2.50FAST-NUCES IMs Programs in Computing ll Master of Science (Cyber Security) Program Mission Mission of the Master of Science (cyber Security) program is to develop knowledgeable professionals with the skills to detect, respond to and prevent cyber-attacks in organizations and protect national security. With a graduate degree in cyber security you will build a comprehensive and strong foundation in the technical skills you need to keep your organization's computer systems, networks and data safe, secure and private. The program has been designed to prepare students with both theoretical and practical knowledge and enhance their research skills in these emerging areas 1 Career Opportunities This program prepares students to meet challenges posed by a highly iter — connected world. Mobile Computing, Sensor Networks and other emerging technologies require a thorough understanding of related technologies. This program provides understanding and exposure to the atest trends and technologies in this, flied. Program Learning Outcomes 1. To equip students so that they able to play an effective role in international efforts to make cyberspace safe, secure and reliable for the ‘national and international community. 2. Prepare the students to leam the technical aspects of information security by understanding current threats and vulnerabilities and examining ways of developing effective countermeasures. 3. To produce skilled people who are able to contribute towards need of protecting national information infrastructure from all kinds of trea 4, Prepare students who can Award of Degree understand the implications of For the award of Master of Science handling data in terms of data (Cyber Security) degree, a student secu musthave 5. Students shall have the abilityto passed courses totaling at make effective oral and Witten Presentations on technical topics. . least 30 credit hours ncluding core courses -amed CGPAof at east 2.50 Tentative Study Plan-Master of Science (Cyber Security) 55001 |Research Methodology Core Coure=t Core Course Applied Presranimine ne Toa 9 [0 SS Core Course so Eleciver se Elecsve ze Foal» [0 Elective-Il ° a MS Thesis-I7MS Project=1 Toal[ 3 | 3 Elective=W ° (MS Thesis-IIIMS Project-l Toal[ 3 | 3 Grotat | 30 NOTE:"Applied Programming is an NC course, which must be cleared during the first semester. The course may be exempted based on good performance inadmission test Registration in ‘Thesis-1/ Project: has a) Farnedatleast 15 credits; b) Passed the ‘Research Methodology’ course; AND )CGPAis equal to or more than 2.50 Core Courses shall be allowed provided the student CY 0004 Applied Information Security C¥ 20006 Advanced Network Security CY 200% Secure Systems Design Deficiency Courses: for interdisciplinary admissions, following (undergraduate level) deficiency courses may be considered (CY xxx Cyber Security (OY xxx Computer Networks CS 10x Software engineeringFAST-NUCES IMs Programs in Computing ll Master of Science (Computer Science) Program Mission Master of Science (Computer Science) course work is tailored according to the international standards to nurture the capacity building and original thinking in our postgraduates for lifelong - learning Our goal is to produce such postgraduates that are highly sought after by many national and international IT organizations and can pursue their further studies in national and internationa universities @ Career Opportunities 1. To produce computer scientists who fulfl the requirements of theindustry’s software needs, 2. Tofillthe vacuum present, due to lack of computer science and technology education in the local region and beyond. 3. To provide a broad understanding of the computer science field by introducing innovative concepts, theories and techniques. 4, The sharpen communication skills in students and enable them to produce well organized reports. To provide formal foundations for further higher education, 6. To develop highly skilled researchers and scholars wha may pursue in the field of computer sciences. Program Learning Outcomes 1. Students will possess advanced knowledge of the computer science field 2. Students will be able to think creatively and critically; to solve ‘non trivial problems. Students will be able to use computing knowledge to develop efficient solutions tor real-life problems, Students will be able to design solutions and can conduct research - related activities. 5. Students shall have the ability to make effective oral and written presentations on technica topics The following core courses are recommended to be completes before entering the Master of Science (Computer Science) program. 1. Computer Programming 2. Data Structures 3. Operating Systems 5 Database Systems Design and Analysis of Algorithms 6. Computer Networks 7. Theory of Automata 8, Software Engineering A student selected for admission having deficiency in the above stated courses may be required to study @ maximum of FOUR courses, which must be passed in the first two semesters. Deficiency courses shall be determined by the Graduate Studies Committee, before admitting he student. Fee is not charged for studying deficiency courses. A student May be allowed to take Research Methods and Applied Programming Course along with Deficiency Courses. If a student only has a deficiency in Theory of Automata, then the student cannot ake theory of Programming Languages and Advanced Theory of Computation. Other courses in MS may be allowed to take. Ifa student has deficiency in Programming Fundamentals, Object Oriented Programming, and Algorithms, then t may be covered through the Applied Programming Course Award of Degree For the award of Master of Science (Computer Science) degree, @ student must have + Passed courses totaling at least 30 credit hours, eluding core courses + Eamed CGPAofat|east2.50FAST-NUCES Ms Programs in computing Ill Tentative Study Plan-Master of Science (Computer Science) (54002 | Applied Programming? NC Core Course-1 3 [2 Core Couse-t 3 [2 Core Course=iI 7 Do 9 fo Total $5001 | Research Methodology 3 [2° Computing Elective-1 3 [2 Computing Elective-II 3 [2 Total[ 9 | 0 Computing Elective-II 3 MS Thesis-I/MS Project-1 Total Computing Elective-lV MS Thesis-Il/MS Project=II ° Total Total | 30 NOTE: ‘Applied Programming is an NC course, which must be cleared during the first semester. The course may be exempted based on good performance in admission test, Registration in MS Thesis-I/Project-\' shall be allowed provided the student has a) Earedatleast 15 Ch 8) Passed the'Research Methodology course’ AND ©) CGPAis equal to or more than 250 Core Courses for Master of Science (Computer Science) $5001 Advanced Analysis of Algorithms (35005 Advanced Operating System 35007 Advanced Theary of Computation (35006 Theory of Programming LanguagesFAST-NUCES IMs Programs in Computing ll Master of Science (Data Science) Program Mission Master of Science (Data Science) course work is tailored according to e international standards to nurture the capacity building and original thinking in our postgraduates for lifelong - learning Our goal is to produce such postgraduates that are highly sought after by national and international organizations and can pursue further studies in national and international universities @ Career Opportunities This program equips students to transform cata into actionable insights that enable one to make complex business decisions Students will able to process large and complex data sets through computational, statistical, and machine learning techniques. This program will provide exposure to the atest trends and technologies in this field thus producing the man - power to fuel national and international emerging market of data science products 1. To produce computer scientists who fulfil the requirements of the national and internationa: market of data science products. 2, To equip students to transform data into actionable insights that enable them to make complex business decisions, 3. To enable students to apply computational, Statistical and machine learning techniques to process large and complex data set: 4, To enable students to conceive and execute data science projects, Program Learning Outcomes The outcomes of the Master of Science (Data Science) program are: 1. To equip students to transform data into actionable insights to make complex business decisions. 2. To enable students, understand and analyze a problem and arrive at computable solutions 3. To expose students to the set of technologies that match those solutions, 4. To gain Hands - on experience on data- centric tools for statistical analysis Visualizations. And big da applications at the same rigorous scale as in a practical data science project. To understand the imolications of handling data in terms of data security and business ethics. 6. Students shall have the ability to make effective oral and written presentations on technical topics. The following two courses or equivalent are prerequisites for starting Master of Science (Data Science) coursework 1. Object oriented programming 2. Data Structures and Algorithms A student selected for admission having deficiency in the above stated courses may be required to study them. However, these must be passed in the first two semesters. Deficiency courses shall be determined by the Graduate Studies Committee, before admitting the student. Fee is not charged for studying deficiency courses. A student may take the Stat and Mathematical Data Science Course alongwith the deficiency courses Award of Degree For the award of Master of Science (Data Science) degree, a student musthave + Passed courses totaling at least 30 credit hours, eluding core courses + Eamed CGPAofat|east2.50FAST-NUCES Ms Programs in computing Ill Tentative Study Plan-Master of Science (Data Science) 54002 | Applied Programming’ NC 1055002 _ | Data Science Tools and Techniques 3 0 1055003 _| Statistics and Mathematics Methods for Data Science 3 @ Specialized Core-1 3 a Total [9 o 55001 | Research Methodology 3 3 055004 | Machine Learning for Data Sconce 3 [2 Specialized Core a fs Total 9 0 ( Semestercn Computing tlectve- 3 fo 1S Thesis MS Project n Toa] 3 [3 ( Seestery Computing Elective 3 fo 1S ThesisiifMS Project Teat[ 3 [3 GTotal | 30 NOTE‘Applied Programming is an NC course, which must be cleared during the first semester. The course may be exempted based on good performance in admission test, Registration in’MS Thesis-l/Project-shall be allowed provided the student has a) Earnedatleast15CH b) Passed the 'Research Methodology course’ AND ©) CGPAis equal to or more than 2.50 Specialized Core Courses (Choose 2) $5001 Advance Big Data Analytics (3) Ds 5005 Distributed Data Processing (3) DS 5006. Deep Learning (3) $5007 Natural Language Pracessing (3)FAST-NUCES IMs Programs in Computing ll Master of Science (Software Engineering) Program Mission The mission is to produce future software designers and innovators to. shape the future of the nation rough high-quality education, research, and technopreneurship. To provide students with state-of-the- art knowledge of the field and to develop their practical skills to meet, current industrial requirements, as as enhancing their ability to wel ada tomorrow's technology. @ Career Opportunities 1, Prepare students who can critically apply concepts, theories, and practices to provide creative solutions to complex computing problems 2, Prepare students to effectively communicate their ideas in vwritten and electronic form and prepare them to work collaboratively in @ team environment. 3. Prepare students with a theoretical background of software engineering concepts, and train them on applied research of the field, needed to secure 2 doctorate position in the future 4, Prepare students to join a dynamic and divers career position in a computing-related field, and to maintain a growing career ina rapidly evolving field 5. Prepare students to join a dynamic and diverse career position in a computing-related field, and to maintain a growing career ina rapidly evolving fel 6. Theories and practices to provide creative solutions to complex computing problems 7. To respond to the current and emerging industrial needs utilizing modern trends for building complex software systems. Program Learning Outcomes 1. To have the ability to design systems, components, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, heat and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability. 2. To understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic environmental, and societal context. 3. Touse the techniques, skills, anc modern software engineering tools necessary for developing reliant software 4 To demonstrate an understanding of the applied current theories, models, and techniques that provice a basis forthe software lifecycle To communicate effectively wit different audiences. 6. To change the world for the better through research and development in areas like healthcare, transportation education, etc The following core courses are recommended to be completed before entering the Master of Science (Software Engineering) program, 4. Object Oriented Programming 2, Data Structures 3. Software Engineering 4. Software Design and Analysis 5. Software Quality Engineering A student selected for admission having deficiency in the above statec courses may be required to study maximum of FOUR courses. These courses must be passed in the first no semesters. Deficiency courses shall be determined by the Graduate Studies Committee, before admitting the student. Fee is not charged for studying deficiency courses. Award of Degree For the award of Master of Science (Software Engineering) degree, a student must have + Passed courses totaling at least 30 credit hours, eluding core courses + Eamed CGPAofat|east2.50FAST-NUCES Ms Programs in computing Ill Tentative Study Plan-Master of Science (Software Engineering) 54002] Applied Programming’ NC E5007 [ Advance Software Requirement Engineering 3 [2 5e5002 [Advance Quality Assurance 3 [2 Computing Elective-1 3 [2 Totat[ 9 | 0 55001 _[ Research Methodology ‘E5003 [ Advance Sofware Architecture Computing Elective-I1 Total Computing Elective-Iil 3 fo MS Thesis-I/MS Project-I Totat[ 3 [3 Computing Elective-IV MS Thesis-II/MS Project-II 0 Total G.Total [ 30 NOTEApplied Programming is an NC course, which must be cleared during the first. semester. The course may be exempted based on good performance in admission test, Registration in MS Thesis-1/Project-t' shall be allowed provided the student has a) Earned atleast 15 CH b) Passed the Research Methodology course’ AND, ©) CGPAis equal to or more than 250FAST-NUCES IMs Programs in Computing ll Master of Science (Software Project Management) Program Mission To develop students’ skills necessary manage Master of Science (Software Project Management) coupling both with its theoretical and practical aspects that strengthens them to acquire leadership poisons in the software industry whereby they can become agents of change and improvement @ Career Opportunities 1. To prepare the students to assess and mange risks by developing strategies the handle 2. Toenable students to gather and manage requirements and provide effective coordination between relevant stakeholders. 3. To help students in identifying, documenting and analyzing change managements to agree on changes to scope, 4 To prepare students for configuration management of large scale sofware 5. To enable students to identify, prioritize and agree on software Feleases by preparing release schedules by estimating software costs and resource requirements 6. To acquire students with the ability to identify and resolve conflicts the may arise during the management of software projects, 7. Inculcate a sense of ethics, responsibilities and leadership. Program Learning Outcomes 1. Students will be able to exhibit expertise in managing large scale projects as their final year project or conduct research related to Software project management 2, Students will demonstrate analytical and communication skills while exhaling project resource forecasting abilities and quality implementing for successful completion of the project. Award of Degree 3. students will develop skills to understand and implement industry adopted standards and calculate and examine project and pracess metrics, Demonstrate effective organizational leadership skills concerning project teams and stakeholders, Tentative Study Plan-Master of Science (Software Project Management) For the award (Software Project Management) degree, a student must have Passed courses totaling at least ncluding core courses + Earned CGPA of at least 250 Master of Science 30 credit hours CS5001_ [Research Metnodology ao (Ss015 | Software Project Management yo 164006 | Management and Organzational Behavior ao Teal] 9 | (Semesters 55002 | Software Qualty Assurance 3] o €55003- | Software Process Management and Metrics yo 55004 | Requirements Engineering yo Teal oo (seers Computing elective 3] o MS Thesis-I/MS Project-1/Practicum-I 3 Tout | 3 [3 General Flective-I (Computing/Management Sciences) | 3 | 0 MS Thesis-II/MMS Project-Il/ Practicum=I Total [ 3 [3 Total | 30 Registration in ‘MS Thesis-I/ Project-1/Practicum-|' shall be allowed provided the student has a) Earned atleast 15 CH b) Passed the Research Methodology course’ AND, ©) CGPAis equal to or more than 250