The first Technical Scientific Day for the Computer Information Systems department at the King Abdullah II School of Information Technology at the University of Jordan kicked off on Tuesday, 9th May 2023. Dr. Saleh Al-Sharaia, the Dean of the college, emphasized in his speech that this day aims to showcase the strong relationship between the academic and industrial sectors, present student graduation projects, and provide students with the opportunity to closely understand the needs of the job market through participating companies and institutions. He encouraged students to benefit from the experiences offered by those companies, familiarize themselves with their products, necessary technologies required by the job market, and available job opportunities, urging them to attend the dialogue sessions to enrich their knowledge.
Dr. Musa Al-Akhras, the department's chairperson, discussed the program of the Scientific Day and its importance for students. He provided an overview of the Computer Information Systems specialization, which is considered one of the most crucial fields in information technology and computer science. It combines various computer science specializations with organizational and managerial areas, enabling students to acquire the knowledge and skills needed for analysis, design, development, and operation of information systems for use in public or private institutions.
The Scientific Day activities included workshops and seminars focusing on key areas studied by the department and utilized by the participating entities. The event also featured presentations of a selection of graduation projects completed in the department during the past period, along with an exhibition displaying prominent products of the participating companies and institutions.