Mission, objectives and outcomes -Rafik Hariri University

Computer Science Program

Mission, objectives and outcomes

Mission

The Computer Science Program at Rafik Hariri University develops students’ computational and critical thinking skills and shows them how to create, not simply use, new technologies. Students learn how to think and solve problems in a logical way by acquiring the fundamentals principles of sciences as well as advanced techniques that are currently used for practical systems development. They also learn oral communication and presentational proficiencies, as well as how to work on individual and team projects to develop new systems which enhance time management and team coordination skills. Graduates of RHU’s Computer Science Program are lifetime learners; they are able to adapt quickly to this ever-changing challenging field.

Program Educational Objectives

The program educational objectives of the Computer Science program intend to enable its graduates within a few years of graduation to:

Solve computing problems of varying complexity that meet local, regional or global markets
Demonstrate professional skills and ethical behavior in practicing their profession
Progress in computing and other professionally related fields at the level of professional employments or graduate studies

Student Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the BS program in Computer Science, an RHU graduate in Computer Science should demonstrate the following:

(a) An ability to apply knowledge of computing and mathematics appropriate to the program’s student outcomes and to the discipline.

(b) An ability to analyze a problem, and identify and define the computing requirements appropriate to its solution.

(c) An ability to design, implement, and evaluate a computer-based system, process, component, or program to meet desired needs.

(d) An ability to function effectively on teams to accomplish a common goal.

(e) An understanding of professional, ethical, legal, security and social issues and responsibilities.

(f) An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.

(g) An ability to analyze the local and global impact of computing on individuals, organizations, and society.

(h) Recognition of the need for and an ability to engage in continuing professional development.

(i) An ability to use current techniques, skills, and tools necessary for computing practice.

(j) An ability to apply mathematical foundations, algorithmic principles, and computer science theory in the modeling and design of computer-based systems in a way that demonstrates comprehension of the tradeoffs involved in design choices.

(k) An ability to apply design and development principles in the construction of software systems of varying complexity.

DEPARTMENT FACULTY

Full-Time Faculty
Dr. Al-Abed, Mohammad Chairperson & Associate Professor of Computer Science Department alabedma@rhu.edu.lb Ext: 708	Dr. Salami, Houssam Assistant Professor salamihk@rhu.edu.lb Ext: 707	Dr. Halablab, Mahmoud Professor halablabma@rhu.edu.lb Ext: 712	Dr. Zahreddine, Ziad Professor zahreddinezn@rhu.edu.lb Ext: 706
Part-Time Faculty
Dr. Wehbe, Hussein Lecturer wehbeha@rhu.edu.lb Ext: 709	Dr. Nasreddine, Elissar Lecturer nasreddineea@rhu.edu.lb Ext: 703	Dr. Abou Orom, Lara Lecturer abouormla@rhu.edu.lb Ext: 703	Dr. Moallem, Rola Lecturer moallemrf@rhu.edu.lb Ext: 703	Dr. Dally, Malak M. Lecturer dallymm@rhu.edu.lb Ext: 703

Student Enrollment and Graduation Statistics

Academic year	2013-2014	2014-2015	2015-2016	2016-2017	2017-2018	2018-2019
Enrollment Trends	13	12	16	14	18	35
% Change	-	-7.69%	33.33%	-12.5%	28.57%	94.44%
Degrees Awarded	0	2	5	3	3	ongoing

Computer Science Program