BS Applied Technologies – Augmented and Virtual Reality – Modern College of Business and Science

BS Applied Technologies – Augmented and Virtual Reality

Overview

Bachelor of Science in Applied Technologies with an emphasis on Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR) is a program designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in the rapidly growing field of immersive technologies. This program combines the fundamentals of computer science, technology, and design with a specialized focus on AR/VR development, design, and implementation.

The program is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in the field of immersive technologies. This program combines the fundamentals of computer science, technology, and design with a deep focus on AR/VR development, design, and implementation. It is a is a valuable program for students who are interested in technology, design, and creating immersive experiences

Admission Criteria

A recognized general education diploma or its equivalent.
Students joining MCBS must go through an English placement test to determine the appropriate English level.
Students presenting a valid score of 5.5 and above in IELTS or 65-79 in internet based TOEFL (iBT) are exempt from the first part of the placement test and are required to take the other part of the English language program (writing test).
Students will need to go through Mathematics and IT placements tests to determine their levels of proficiency in these subjects as they are part of the GFP or possible exemption.
Mathematics placement tests will determine whether Basic Mathematics (MATH 10) and Pure Mathematics (MATH 21) can be exempted, or students will be given both or one of them.
IT placement test will determine whether students will require to take the Information Technology.

Program Structure

Duration: Bachelor’s degree requires about 8 semesters or 4 years.

Program delivery: 12-15 credits per normal semester and 6 credits per summer semester.

Internship: Placement on a 3 month internship.

Courses: Apart from courses closely related to the program, students take general education courses.

Courses	Credits
Applied Technologies Core Courses	48
Augmented and Virtual Reality Emphasis area	15
Communication skills	12
Humanities	09
Social Sciences	09
Mathematics & Science	12
Science Requirements	08
Free Electives	6
Internship	1
Total	120

Applied Technologies Core Courses (48 Credits)

Course Code	Course Name	Credits
ITEC 1301	Fundamentals of Information Technology	3
COSC 1301	Object Oriented Programming I	3
ITEC 1328	Web Application Techniques	3
COSC 1330	Computer Architecture & Organization	3
ITEC 1360	Introduction to Operating Systems	3
ITEC 2310	Python Programming	3
COSC 2320	Database Management Systems	3
COSC 2325	Data Communications & Networks	3
ISEC 2340	Principles of Information Security	3
ITEC 3310	Mobile Application Development	3
ITEC 3340	Human-Computer Interaction	3
ISEC 3350	Unix System Administration	3
ITEC 4310	System Integration and Architecture	3
COSC 4339	Introduction to Cloud Computing	3
ITEC 4390	Capstone Project I	3
ITEC 4391	Capstone Project II	3

Augmented and Virtual Reality Emphasis area (15 Credits)

Course Code	Course Name	Credits
ITEC 3320	Visual Programming	3
ITEC 4320	Introduction to Virtual Reality	3
ITEC 4322	Augmented, Virtual & Mixed Reality	3

Any of the following two courses:

Course Code	Course Name	Credits
ITEC 4324	Introduction to Digital Imaging	3
ITEC 4330	Web Programming	3
ITEC 4332	Audio-Visual Communication Technology	3
ITEC 4334	Digital Image Processing	3

Career Opportunities

Graduates of this program can pursue a variety of careers in Augmented and Virtual Reality, including:

AR/VR Developer
AR/VR Designer
AR/VR Game Developer
AR/VR Engineer
AR/VR Consultant

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Info

Duration: 3 years full-time

Semester Starts: Fall, Spring, Summer I and Summer II.

Fee: 12,124 OMR