HITEC University, Taxila PROSPECTUS 2016-2017
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PROSPECTUS 2016-2017 HITEC University, Taxila Title designed by Mr. Athar Iftikhar, student of HITEC University. HITEC University Prospectus 2016 3 Contents Overview 5 Board of Governors 6 Message from the Chairman Board of Governors 7 Message from the Vice Chancellor 8 Vision 9 Mission 9 Motto 10 Emblem 10 Taxila 11 How to reach HITEC University 13 Faculty of Engineering and Technology 14 Department of Electrical Engineering 15 Department of Mechanical Engineering 44 Department of Computer Science and Engineering 78 Faculty of Sciences 133 Department of Mathematics 134 Department of Islamic Studies 147 Admissions 160 Financial Matters 165 Academic Regulations 169 Students Affairs 176 Quality Assurance and Collaborations 184 IT Services 186 Library 188 Alumni 189 Founding Chairman, HIT Education Walfare Trust Lt Gen Israr Ahmed Ghuman, HI, HI(M) Retd HITEC University Prospectus 2016 5 Overview Heavy Industries Taxila Education City (HITEC) is a The University has spacious, air-conditioned and comparatively new addition to the hallmarks of Taxila. very well equipped classrooms, laboratories, library, Located at the foothills of Margalla, 30 km North auditorium and excellent allied facilities. A newly West of Islamabad and Rawalpindi, it is an integrated constructed hostel is available on first come first serve and purpose specific complex, housing educational basis to accommodate over 300 students within the institutes, catering for pre-school to university level campus. Plans are also in hand to construct a state of education. the art library and an auditorium with over 1500 seating In November, 2007, HITEC University, in affiliation with capacity. UET Taxila, commenced classes with an intake of 250 Students get ample opportunities for internships and students. It was granted its own charter in November, employment due to close proximity of the University 2009 by the Government of the Punjab. The University to Heavy Industries Taxila (HIT), Pakistan Ordinance is sponsored by Heavy Industries Taxila Education Factories (POFs), Heavy Mechanical Complex Welfare Trust (HITEWT). (HMC), Pakistan Aeronautical Complex (PAC) Kamra, The University has a dynamic, industrious and highly Telephone Industries of Pakistn (TIP) and FECTO committed full time faculty which keeps abreast with Cement etc. the latest development in teaching methodologies. In The University, besides imparting quality education, a short span of time HITEC University has emerged assigns equal importance to character building, extra as a modern and vibrant place of learning and can be and co-curricular activities. We aim to make our rightly called a citadel of knowledge. It hosts state of students morally and physically sound individuals and the art facilities and takes pride in offering learning responsible citizens of Pakistan with a strong urge of environment having unmatched safety and security of service to humanity, local and beyond. the premises. 6 HITEC University Prospectus 2016 Board of Governors 1. Lieutenant General Syed Wajid Hussain, HI (M) Chairman Chairman Heavy Industries Taxila Education Welfare Trust 2. Major General Dr Muhammad Muazzam Ali Goraya, HI (M) Member Director General, Military Vehicles Research and Development Establishment 3. Major General Akbar Saeed Awan, HI (M) (Retd) Member Chairman National Technology Council 4. Prof Dr Niaz Ahmad Akhtar Member Vice Chancellor, University of Engineering & Technology Taxila 5. Brigadier Sajid Mahmood Khan Member Director Technical, Heavy Industries Taxila 6. Brigadier Tahir Islam Member Managing Director, APC, Heavy Industries Taxila 7. Brigadier Ashraf Ullah Khan Member Managing Director, HRF(M), Heavy Industries Taxila 8. Brigadier Faisal Abid Member Director Administration, Heavy Industries Taxila 9. Dr. Mazhar Saeed Member Director General Planning & Development, Higher Education Commission, Isb 10. Raja Abdul Hanif Member Member Provincial Assembly of the Punjab 11. Mr. Ijaz Khan Member Member Provincial Assembly of the Punjab 12. Mrs. Sobia Anwar Satti Member Member Provincial Assembly of the Punjab 13. Mr. Irfan Ali Member Secretary Higher Education Department, Punjab 14. Brigadier Qamar Zaman, SI (M) (Retd) Secretary Vice Chancellor, HITEC University Taxila HITEC University Prospectus 2015 7 Message from the Chairman Board of Governors HIT Education Welfare Trust, established the HITEC University in 2007. The University commenced educational activities by launching the BS Programs in Engineering, Business Administration and Islamic Studies. After the grant of Charter by the Government of the Punjab in 2009, the University has grown steadily and shown significant progress as centre of learning and research. In a short span of time, it has earned a good name, recognition and respect in the contemporary Higher Education Institutions of Pakistan. The achievement of this distinction was made possible by the commitment and dedication of the faculty, staff and students. HITEC University is committed to provide excellent learning environment to its students. Special emphasis is being laid on continuously upgrading the on campus infrastructure, laboratories and other allied facilities with the changing trends and requirements. Construction of university’s hostel is at the final stage and will be available to the new intake. University has also plans to construct a new purpose built library, catering for the needs of increase in the students’ population. HITEC University’s collaboration with the local industry and foreign universities is also progressing well. This relationship not only helps in updation of curriculum according to growing needs but also May Allah Almighty grant success to the HITEC enables the students to get a comprehensive University in all its efforts. understanding of current issues of industry. I feel confident that the University is progressing Lieutenant General towards becoming one of the best in the country. Syed Wajid Hussain, HI (M) 8 HITEC University Prospectus 2015 Message from the Vice Chancellor I am delighted to communicate with the aspiring students at this moment of making a wise choice for their future alma mater. HITEC University, since its inception in 2007, is committed to impart high quality education in a safe, secure and conducive learning and teaching environment. We always aim to inculcate high moral values and strong sense of civic responsibility amongst our graduates to enable them to contribute positively in the progress and development of Pakistan. Our dedicated and experienced faculty, mostly foreign qualified; state of the art labs and internship programs for all students distinguish us from our contemporaries. HITEC University offers undergraduate programs in Electrical, Mechanical and Computer Engineering and Computer Sciences duly accredited by Pakistan Engineering and National Computing Education Accreditation Councils. The University also offers admissions in MS/PhD in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics and Islamic Studies. I am happy to exchange programs. The students can now opt share the good news that first batch of PhD scholars for Strathclyde University’s degree by studying have already received PhD degrees in Mathematics two years in HITEC University and two years in during the second convocation held on January 30, Strathclyde University. Under the Memorandum 2016. of Understanding, our students can also avail an opportunity to study for one year in ITU without tuition HITEC University is ranked in category ‘W’ by the fee. A similar arrangement also exists with University Higher Education Commission of Pakistan. The Technology Malaysia. University, after meeting the required criteria, has recently qualified for HEC support through public Conforming to the vision of the founders and by funding in research, faculty development, foreign drawing our strength from our motto “In Truth I faculty hiring, digital library, internet services and Triumph”, we are determined to make this University infrastructure development. a bastion of academic excellence. Our students can also have an opportunity to study May Allah bless you, Aameen. in top universities of the world through students Engr Qamar Zaman, SI (M) HITEC University Prospectus 2015 9 Vision HITEC University shall be a premier institution and bastion of academic excellence. It must become a citadel of our ideological moorings, national integration and socio- religious values. HITEC ought to trigger the human mind Mission to think clearly perceiving the environment and issues confronting human beings, seeking intelligent, viable HITEC University will be a and practical solutions, leading to societal development center of excellence in teaching, and the overall betterment of human race. The campus learning and research. We instill shall provide our progeny the environment for intellectual and inspire intellectual curiosity, flourishment, nurturing fertility of thought and creativity. lifelong quest for knowledge and HITEC University faculty will focus on preparing a keen urge for social and moral our youth to face the challenges of life with honor, responsibility. The University will confidence and fortitude through character building and establish strong linkages with grooming. In HITEC University merit, justice, honesty and industry, ensuring innovative adherence to moral and social values must prevail. The research leading to economic University shall provide a pedestal for fulfillment of our prosperity of Pakistan. youth’s aspirations and