The Department of Networks is responsible for managing, developing, and maintaining the university's communication infrastructure, ensuring seamless connectivity across all departments and campuses.
Key Responsibilities:
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Manage the university’s integrated communication network by connecting all college and department networks to the university’s main network.
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Design, implement, and manage wired and wireless networks across all university locations.
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Connect all university sites via fiber optic cables in coordination with the Ministry of Communications, the Communication and Information Technology Regulatory Authority (CITRA), and internet service providers.
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Monitor and manage wired and wireless network devices and infrastructure, addressing network-related issues as they arise.
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Provide internet services and offer technical consultations on communication technologies.
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Monitor, update, and maintain the network system to meet the university’s needs and align with the latest technological advancements.
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Ensure fast and reliable network connectivity across all university sites, guaranteeing effective system communication.
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Develop network infrastructure, including hardware and software, to build a modern and high-speed network with advanced specifications.
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Provide comprehensive wireless network services across the university, ensuring speed, quality, security, and full coverage.
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Coordinate with the Construction and Maintenance Department to implement cable, network, and fiber extensions, and oversee related civil works.
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Offer technical consultations regarding network infrastructure to various university departments and colleges.
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Conduct performance evaluations of the networks and communication systems and provide recommendations for improvements.
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Oversee the design, implementation, and management of new network projects at various university sites.
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Collaborate with other sections within the Center to execute assigned projects effectively.
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Conduct feasibility studies on the latest network technologies, providing detailed assessments to determine product effectiveness and relevance for the university.
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Develop project timelines to align with the Center’s general plan.
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Prepare the section’s annual operational plan, ensuring it aligns with the proposed budget and strategic plan, and oversee its implementation upon approval.
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Contribute to the preparation of tender documents for new projects, and evaluate technical proposals to select the most appropriate solutions.
This department plays a vital role in ensuring reliable, high-quality connectivity across all university locations, supporting both academic and administrative activities through continuous improvement and integration of advanced network technologies.