Masters Programs in Telecommunications Technology

Workshop on

Internationalization of Engineering Education-Towards

Quality and InnovationDr. Bassam Harb

Yarmouk University2/4/2013

Outline

IntroductionProgram RationaleProgram ContentsProgram SpecificationsConclusions

Introduction The Masters Program on Telecom Technology

• A professional Masters program that prepares students for a successful working career at industry and

• oriented towards industry needs and teaches students a wide range of professional skills ▫ engineering technology concepts ▫ practical skills, soft skills, ▫ management skills,

• Targets engineering professionals who seek knowledge and skills needed for success in the telecom business▫ Engineers working in the telecom industry who seek

advanced knowledge on telecom technology▫ fresh engineering graduates who seek to improve their

employability

Rationale

•The role of communications engineers in the telecoms companies operating in Jordan is mainly focused on ▫operation and maintenance (O&M) ▫Management of technology and HR

•Small percentage of engineers work in R&D

•A good percentage of engineers work as business developers and marketing managers.

Objectives•To prepare students who are already working

at telecom companies to progress in their careers

•To enhance the knowledge and skills of fresh engineering graduates in telecom technologies which will benefit their employability

•To provide a graduate program that is internationally recognized by adopting international standards in teaching, learning and quality control

Justifications- Demand DataQuestion Yes

(%)No (%)

No Answer (%)

Is there a need to improve the technical skills of telecom engineers at your organization?

78.2 8.2 13.6Have you enrolled or considered enrolling in a Master program in communications engineering? 40.9 45.5 13.6Do you think that a Master degree in Telecommunications technology would be of interest to you and your engineering staff?

62.7 23.6 13.6Do you think that such a program would be better for engineers than a traditional Master of Science programs? 72.7 13.6 13.6Do you think that a Master degree in Telecom Technology could solve problems in your company?

59.1 27.3 13.6Do you think that such a degree would shorten the training cycle required for engineering staff at your company?

60.9 22.7 16.4Would you enroll in such a program? 55.5 29.1 15.5Would like to see a field training component in such a program?

60.9 9.1 30.0

Surveyed CompetenciesRank Competency Mean

1 Mobile Communications Technology 4.602 Wireless Network Technology 4.493 Project Management 4.184 Planning and Optimization 4.155 Microwave and RF Technology 4.086 Switching Technology 3.897 Antenna Technology 3.858 Digital Broadcasting 3.809 Regulations and policies of Telecom services 3.80

10 Business Technology Strategy 3.6611 Entrepreneurship 3.26

Surveyed Program SpecificationsNo.

Question Answer (%)

1 Which study model would you prefer?

Full time-Distance Learning

Full time-Regular Class

Part time-Distance Learning

Part time-Regular Class

No Answer

1.8 14.5 11.8 43.6 28.22 What is the

average duration of study that you prefer?

2 years Less than 2 yearsMore than 2

years No Answer

39.1 26.4 2.7 31.83 Where do you

prefer to join the program?

Amman IrbidDoes not

matter No Answer46.4 10.9 10.9 31.8

Competition EnvironmentMasters Programs in Communications or Related Engineering Discipline

No.

Name of Institution Degree Country

University of Jordan (UJ) MSc. in EE (Communications) Jordan

Jordan University of Science and Technology (JUST)

MSc. Elect Eng /Wireless Communications Jordan

Mutah University MSc. in Electrical Engineering (Communications)

Jordan

American University of Sharjah

MSc. in Electrical Engineering UAE

Khalifa University MSc. by Research in communication UAE

King Saud University MSc. in Electrical Engineering KSA

The American University in Cairo (AUC)

Electronics Engineering with Concentration in Management of Technology (MEng.)

Egypt

The American University in Cairo

MSc. in Electronics Engineering Egypt

The American University in Cairo

MEng. in Electronics Engineering Egypt

Program OutcomesPROGRAM OUTCOME

OUTCOME DESCRIPTION

ABasic Sciences(US)

The ability to demonstrate and apply knowledge and understanding of the mathematics, sciences, engineering sciences and technologies related to Telecommunications Engineering including inter alia1. Mathematical and scientific formulas to solve ill-defined

telecommunications engineering problems. 2. Scientific techniques and their application to telecommunications

engineering.3. Programming and statistical analysis.

BProblem Solving(E)

The ability to identify, formulate and solve engineering problems. The graduate shall be able to 1. Identify and use appropriate engineering methods for application to ill-

defined problems2. Integrate knowledge, handle complexity, and formulate judgments with

limited information. 3. Create models of telecommunications networks to evaluate their

performance, with proper regard for their underlying assumptions and limitations

4. Develop software applications to solve telecommunications network problems

CDesign(D)

The ability to design telecommunication systems and networks to meet industry- specific needs. The graduate shall display 1. Knowledge and understanding of telecommunication network design

processes and the ability to apply them in unfamiliar circumstances2. An ability to apply design methods to ill-defined problems including the

choice of technology and possibly involving other disciplines3. Knowledge and understanding of telecommunications system standards

relating to various technologies and the need for their application DPractical Aspects and Labs(P)

The ability to conduct investigations to provide practical solutions of ill-defined problems within current and future telecommunications technologies including 1. The ability to design and conduct practical and computer-based

experiments and to collate, analyze, present and interpret telecommunication technology data sets.

2. The ability to gather data from codes of practice, databases and other sources

3. The ability to apply telecommunications engineering solutions in practical situations

Program OutcomesPROGRAM OUTCOME

OUTCOME DESCRIPTION

EManagement, economical and social issues(S1)

The ability to demonstrate and apply knowledge and understanding of management and business practices, and their limitations. The graduate will be able to 1. Understand the constraints imposed on engineering design and implementation

by business, social, regulatory environment 2. Make general evaluations of commercial risks through some understanding of

the basis of such risks.3. Self-evaluate and take responsibility for continuing academic/professional

development4. Consult and work with experts in various fields in the realization of a product or

systemFEthics(S2)

The ability to demonstrate understanding of the need for high ethical standards in the practice of engineering, including the responsibilities of the engineering profession towards people and the environment. The graduate shall display1. Knowledge and understanding of the social, environmental, ethical, economic,

financial, institutional, commercial and energy considerations affecting the exercise of telecommunications engineering

2. Knowledge and understanding of the health and safety and legal issues and responsibilities of telecommunications engineering practice and the impact of engineering solutions

3. Knowledge and understanding of telecommunications regulation issues and policies and their business, technological, and social implications

4. Ability to reflect on social and ethical responsibilities linked to the application of their knowledge

GSoft skills(S3)

The ability to communicate effectively with the telecommunications engineering community and with society at large as well as foster strong professional and inter personal skills. The graduate shall be able to 1. Describe succinctly the relevant advantages and disadvantages of the various

technologies to a lay audience. 2. Write technical papers and reports and synthesize their own work3. Communicate effectively in public, national and international contexts.4. Plan and carry through self-directed continuing development5. Consult and work with other engineers in the field of interest. 6. Choose the appropriate communication format and tools for a given occasion.

Program Contents

•The program combines courses on▫technical topics with practical components

▫management, regulatory and soft skills components

Core courses: 24 credit hours

Code

No. Module Credit

CTE 600 Engineering Mathematics 3CTE 601 Professional Development 1CTE 656 Mobile Communications Technology

(including lab work)3

CTE 659 Wireless Network Technology (including lab work)

3

CTE 660 Telecommunications Networks: Structure and Architecture

3

CTE 670 Project Management for Telecommunication 3TME

621 Telecommunication Regulation and Policies 2

CTE 695 Graduation Project 6CTE 698 Comprehensive Exam 0

Total (Credit Hours) 24

Elective courses: 9 credit hoursGroup I: 6 credit hours

Group II: 3 credit hours

Code

No. Module Credit

CTE 630 Optical Networks 3CTE 638 Antenna, Microwave and RF Technology

(including lab work)3

CTE 640 Satellite Communications and Digital Broadcasting

3

CTE 655 Network Planning and Optimization 3CTE 661 Core network-Switching Technologies 3CTE 662 Telecommunication Network: Operations and

Implementation3

CTE 663 IP Technology and Next Generation Networks (NGN)

3

CTE 691 Special Topics on Telecommunications Technology 3CTE 692 Independent Studies in Telecommunications

Technology3

Code No. Module CreditTME 600 Statistics and Data Analysis 3TME 620 Management of Telecommunication Services 3TME 624 Telecommunications in the Business Environment I 3TME 660 Entrepreneurship in the Telecom Business 3

Labs and lab Work

•Labs for course projects and graduation projects▫Simulations Lab▫Antennas Lab▫Wireless Communications Lab▫Wireless Networking Lab

Teaching and Venue

•Program will be held at the Prince Faisal Center in Amman

•Labs work will be conducted at the new labs at the Department

•Technical courses will be taught by the department staff

•Possibility of delivering some courses through video conferencing

Expected Intake

Academic Year 2012/201

3

2013/201

4

2014/201

5

2015/201

6

2016/201

7Intake (No. of Students)

20 20 30 30 30

Program SpecificationsSpecification

Awarding body/institution Yarmouk UniversityTeaching institution Yarmouk UniversityAccreditation HEAC (IET Accreditation will be sought)Name of the final award Master of EngineeringProgramme title Master of Engineering in Telecommunications Management

Mode of study Non-thesisFull time Regular classPart time Regular class with the possibility of remote lecturing through synchronous video

Program Contents 33 credit hours of course work: 24 core+9 elective Core courses include 6 credit hours of project based course A comprehensive exam

Language of study EnglishTuition 120 JD per credit hourExpected Starting Date Sep. 2013

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