Chairman’s Welcome Message
It is a pleasure to welcome you to the Computer Engineering website of Near East University,
The Department of Computer Engineering offers a Bachelor’s (B.Sc.) degree for undergraduate students and Master’s (M.Sc.) and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degrees for postgraduate students for their academic interest and the market needs. The department also offers an enriching academic environment where our dedicated staff members offer their best output, and students are encouraged to show their best performance.
Undergraduate computer engineering students are studying a wide range of subjects, including computer organization, programming languages, data communication and networking, database management systems, data structure and algorithms, software development, signal and systems, control systems, electronics, embedded systems, and artificial intelligence. Students are exposed to a broad spectrum of computer hardware and software engineering courses, with particular emphasis on embedded systems. Our students are provided with the knowledge and skills required for high-quality engineering work and are encouraged to develop a broad intellectual perspective so that they are well prepared for diverse and competitive career paths.
Our graduate programs are research-oriented and lead to the degrees of Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy. Graduate students’ research facilities are available in embedded systems, software systems, with the application of different innovation technologies, and artificial intelligence elements. Through these core research areas, our faculty members contribute to the expansion of knowledge through numerous refereed publications.
On behalf of the faculty of the Department of Computer Engineering, I welcome you to explore the wide range of exciting educational and research opportunities offered by the Department. We welcome inquiries if you have any questions or would like additional information.
Prof. Dr. Rahib H. ABİYEV
Head of the Department
[email protected]
Courses
1st Semester 2nd Semester 3rd Semester 4th Semester 5th Semester 6th Semester 7th Semester 8th Semester ELECTIVE COURSE
CODE
COURSE NAME
C/E
T
P
C
E
COM106
Introduction to Programming
C
3
2
4
6
CHM101
General Chemistry
C
3
2
4
5
ENG101
English I
C
3
0
2
3
MTH101
Calculus I
C
4
0
4
5
PHY101
General Physics I
C
3
2
4
5
CAM100
Campus Orientation
C
2
0
0
2
YİT101 / TUR101
Turkish for Foreigners I / Turkish Language I
C
2
0
2
2
COM001
Computer Engineering Orientation
C
2
0
0
2
Total
22
6
20
30
CODE
COURSE NAME
C/E
T
P
C
E
AII104
Discrete Structures
C
3
0
3
5
AII102
Programming & Problem Solving
C
3
2
4
6
ENG102
English II
C
3
2
2
3
MTH102
Calculus II
C
4
0
4
6
PHY102
General Physics II
C
3
2
4
6
YİT102 / TUR102
Turkish for Foreigners II / Turkish Language II
C
2
0
2
2
GEC351
21st Century Skills
E
2
0
0
2
Total
20
4
19
30
CODE
COURSE NAME
C/E
T
P
C
E
AII001
Logic Design
C
3
2
4
6
AII201
Data Structures& Algorithms
C
3
2
4
6
AII204
Electrical Circuits
C
3
0
3
5
MTH201
Differential Equations
C
4
0
4
6
AİT103 / AİT101
Atatürk Principles & Reforms I
C
2
0
2
2
MTH113
Linear Algebra
C
3
0
3
5
Total
18
4
20
30
CODE
COURSE NAME
C/E
T
P
C
E
AII202
Database Management Systems
C
3
2
4
5
AII203
Computer Architecture and Organization
C
3
2
4
5
COM208
Electronics I
C
3
2
4
5
ENG201
English Communication Skills
C
3
0
3
4
AİT104 / AİT102
Atatürk Principles & Reforms II
C
2
0
2
2
RE
Restricted Electives
E
3
0
3
4
COM200
Summer Training I
C
0
0
0
5
Total
17
6
20
30
CODE
COURSE NAME
C/E
T
P
C
E
AII302
Operating Systems
C
3
0
3
6
COM362
Signals and Systems for Computer Engineers
C
3
2
4
6
COM339
Programming Language Concepts
C
3
0
3
5
MTH251
Probability and Statistics
C
3
0
3
6
COM344
Automata Theory
C
3
0
3
5
CAR100
Career Planning
C
2
0
0
2
Total
17
2
16
30
CODE
COURSE NAME
C/E
T
P
C
E
AII351
Embedded Systems
C
3
2
4
5
AII303
Data Communications and Networking
C
3
2
4
5
COM333
Operational Research
E
3
0
3
5
COM382
Real Time Systems
E
3
0
3
5
AII002
Systems Simulation
C
3
0
3
5
COM300
Summer Training II
C
0
0
0
5
Total
15
4
17
30
CODE
COURSE NAME
C/E
T
P
C
E
COM490
Engineering Design I
C
2
2
3
7
AII003
Software Engineering
C
3
0
3
6
TE
Technical Elective
E
3
0
3
5
TE
Technical Elective
E
3
0
3
5
TE
Technical Elective
E
3
0
3
5
CHC100
Cyprus: History and Culture
E
2
0
0
2
Total
16
2
15
30
CODE
COURSE NAME
C/E
T
P
C
E
COM491
Engineering Design II
C
2
2
3
8
AII426
Economics For Engineers
E
3
0
3
5
FE
Free Elective
E
3
0
3
5
TE
Technical Elective
E
3
0
3
5
TE
Technical Elective
E
3
0
3
5
AII439
Occupational Health and Safety
E
2
0
2
2
Total
16
2
17
30
Total No. of Courses 52 Total No. of Electives 13 Total No. of Credits 145 Percentage of Electives 25 Total ECTS 240 Previous Total No. of Credits 147 New Total No. of Credits 144 Previous Total ECTS 242 New Total ECTS 240 C/E: Compulsory/Elective T: Hours of Theoretical Study P: Hours of Practice/Lab E: ECTS C: Credits
CODE
COURSE NAME
T
P
C
E
Technical Electives
AII401
Microprocessor Systems
3
0
3
5
AII402
Computer Graphics
3
0
3
5
COM410
Parallel Computer Architecture
3
0
3
5
COM414
Digital Control Systems
3
0
3
5
COM416
Computer Networks
3
0
3
5
AII404
Neural Networks
3
0
3
5
AII405
Computer Hardware
3
0
3
5
AII406
System Programming
3
0
3
5
COM430
Programming Languages I
3
0
3
5
AII407
Programming Languages II
3
0
3
5
AII005
İnternet Programlama
3
0
3
5
AII408
Advanced Object Oriented Programming
3
0
3
5
AII409
Object Oriented Programming II
3
0
3
5
COM447
Advanced Operating System
3
0
3
5
AII411
Digital Signal Processing
3
0
3
5
AII412
Database Applications
3
0
3
5
AII413
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
3
0
3
5
COM452
Introduction to Parallel Computing
3
0
3
5
AII415
Decision Making
3
0
3
5
COM454
Advanced Computer Architecture and Organization
3
0
3
5
AII417
Mobile Computing
3
0
3
5
AII419
Digital Image Processing
3
0
3
5
COM471
Hardware Design using FPGAs
3
0
3
5
AII006
Web Design and Programming
3
0
3
5
AII007
Multimedia Systems
3
0
3
5
AII435
Mechatronics
3
0
3
5
AII423
Robotic Systems
3
0
3
5
AII445
Introduction to Machine Learning
3
0
3
5
AII439
Occupational Safety (Elective)
2
0
3
3
Restricted Electives
MTH323
Numerical Analysis
3
0
3
4
COM315
Algoritms
3
0
3
4
AII217
Microbiology
3
0
3
4
BME102
Biochemistry
3
0
3
4
Free Electives
AII427
Management for Engineers
3
0
3
5
BME102
One of Technical Electives
3
0
3
5
Objectives and Contents of the Course
Mission – Vision
Mission
The mission of the Computer Engineering undergraduate and graduate programs is to provide students with an understanding of the fundamental principles of computer engineering, the skills needed to solve the complex engineering problems of modern society and the ability to continue to learn and develop throughout their careers. Second, through its research programs, the department contributes to the development and progress of computer technology and transfers research results to industry through publications.
The understanding of the fundamental principles of computer engineering includes an understanding of design methodologies for digital systems, computer architecture and integrated circuits, algorithms and data structures, operating systems, and a wide variety of software applications across various computer languages. There is an excellent opportunity in laboratories to put the theory and design methods into practice by using digital components, design simulators, and microcontrollers.
Vision
The vision of the Computer Engineering BSc program is to be accredited nationally and internationally, communicate with other universities and the private sector consistently, provide quality education, such as at an international level and be one of the best computer engineering departments.
Program Information
Qualification Awarded
The students who successfully complete the program are awarded the degree of Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering.
Level of Qualification
This is a First Cycle (Bachelor’s Degree) program.
Specific Admission Requirements
In the framework of the regulations set by Higher Education Council of Turkey (YÖK), student admission for this undergraduate program is made through a university entrance examination called YKS. Following the submission of students’ academic program preferences, Student Selection and Placement Center (ÖSYM) places the students to the relevant program according to the score they get from YKS.
International students are accepted to this undergraduate program according to the score of one of the international exams they take such as SAT, ACT and so on, or according to their high school diploma score.
Exchange student admission is made according to the requirements determined by bilateral agreements signed by NEU and the partner university.
Visiting students can enroll for the courses offered in this program upon the confirmation of the related academic unit. Additionally, they need to prove their English language level since the medium of instruction of the program is English.
Qualification Requirements and Regulations
The students studying in this undergraduate program are required to have a Cumulative Grade Points Average (CGPA) of not less than 2.00/4.00 and have completed all the courses with at least a letter grade of DD/S in the program in order to graduate. The minimum number of ECTS credits required for graduation is 240. It is also mandatory for the students to complete their compulsory internship in a specified duration and quality.
Recognition of Prior Learning
At Near East University, full-time students can be exempted from some courses within the framework of the related bylaws. If the content of the course previously taken in another institution is equivalent to the course offered at NEU, then the student can be exempted from this course with the approval of the related faculty/graduate school after the evaluation of the course content.
Profile of the Program
The aim of the program is to equip its graduates with the scientific principles that underpin today's core information technologies, as well as the engineering skills required to apply these principles in practice. Upon graduation, students will be prepared to pursue careers as computing professionals or, if they choose, continue with academic studies. Graduates will be adaptable professionals who can quickly integrate into and contribute to a wide range of industry sectors.
A broad-based engineering program that integrates hardware and software knowledge to design, analyze, and develop computer systems, networks, and intelligent technologies. It combines theoretical foundations, applied laboratory work, and engineering design to prepare graduates for professional practice and lifelong learning.
Program Learning Outcomes
| 1 | To have adequate knowledge in Mathematics, Science and Computer Engineering; to be able to use theoretical and applied information in these areas on complex engineering problems |
| 2 | To be able to identify, define, formulate, and solve complex Computer Engineering problems; to be able to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. |
| 3 | To be able to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the requirements; to be able to apply modern design methods for this purpose. |
| 4 | To be able to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for analysis and solution of complex problems in Computer Engineering applications; to be able to use information technologies effectively. |
| 5 | To be able to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or Computer Engineering research topics. |
| 6 | To be able to work efficiently in Computer Engineering disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; to be able to work individually. |
| 7 | To be able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; to be able to author and comprehend written reports, to be able to prepare design and implementation reports, to present effectively, to be able to give and receive clear and comprehensible instructions. |
| 8 | To have knowledge about global and social impact of Computer Engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; to have knowledge about contemporary issues as they pertain to engineering; to be aware of the legal ramifications of Computer Engineering solutions. |
| 9 | To be aware of ethical behavior, professional and ethical responsibility; to have knowledge about standards utilized in engineering applications. |
| 10 | To have knowledge about industrial practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; to have awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation; to have knowledge about sustainable development. |
| 11 | To be able to collect data in the area of Computer Engineering, and to be able to communicate with colleagues in a foreign language. ("European Language Portfolio Global Scale", Level B1) |
| 12 | To be able to speak a second foreign language at a medium level of fluency efficiently. |
| 13 | To recognize the need for lifelong learning; to be able to access information, to be able to stay current with developments in science and technology; to be able to relate the knowledge accumulated throughout the human history to Computer Engineering. |
Course and Program Outcomes Matrix
Occupational Profiles of Graduates
Computer engineers, software developers, system analysts, hardware designers, network engineers, data scientists, or researchers. Graduates of Computer Engineering program may work in the Information Technologies department of a bank, a university, a hospital, a public institution, or a private company. Additionally, they may be employed as system analyst, application programmer, data base administrator, network designer, security administrator, system evaluator, system programmer, system designer, standard and methods inspector, final user support specialist in production, marketing, financial affairs, human resources and/or research and development departments of a production company.
Access to Further Studies
The students graduating from this program may apply to graduate programs.
Course Structure Diagram with Course Credits
The undergraduate program in Computer Engineering consists of 47 courses with 240 ECTS credits in total.
There are at least 5 courses in each semester, excluding common compulsory courses and elective courses.
In each program, there are common compulsory courses identified by the Higher Education Council of Turkey (YÖK) and other common courses determined by the University Senate.
Beginning from the junior (third) year, elective courses are anticipated in each semester.
25% of the elective courses are taken from other faculties.
There are at least 7 elective courses in each undergraduate program.
Exam Regulations, Assessment and Grading
Graduation Requirements
In order to graduate from this undergraduate program, the students are required;
- to succeed in all of the courses listed in the curriculum of the program by getting the grade of at least DD/S with a minimum of 240 ECTS
- to have a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 2.00 out of 4.00
- to complete their compulsory internship in a specified duration and quality.
Mode of Study
This is a full time program.
Program Director (or Equivalent)
Prof. Dr. Rahib H. ABİYEV, Head of the Department, Faculty of Artificial Intelligence and Informatics, Near East University
Evaluation Questionnaires
- Evaluation Survey
- Graduation Survey
- Satisfaction Survey