Department of Networks and Cybersecurity Holds Its Regular Council Meeting

The Council of the Department of Networks and Cybersecurity held its regular meeting on Tuesday evening, December 2, 2025, chaired by Dr. Salah Alawi, Head of the Department, with the attendance of faculty members and representatives of the college’s administrative affairs. The meeting was held as part of the department’s ongoing follow-up of academic and administrative matters.

Dr. Salah Alawi opened the session with a welcoming address, in which he expressed his appreciation for convening the meeting and extended a warm welcome to the newly appointed members. He emphasized that the upcoming phase requires greater cooperation and teamwork to support the department’s academic and research mission and to achieve its strategic objectives.

The meeting included an introduction of the new members, during which they presented their academic specializations and professional experience, expressing their enthusiasm to actively contribute to the development of the department and the enhancement of its academic performance. The council also reviewed the progress of the educational process during the academic semester, discussing academic performance reports and challenges related to the delivery of certain courses. A number of practical solutions were proposed, most notably strengthening coordination among course coordinators and activating more effective monitoring mechanisms to ensure educational quality.

The council further discussed proposals for developing academic curricula, particularly updating the content of some courses to keep pace with rapid advancements in the fields of networks and cybersecurity. Members exchanged views on the proposed amendments and agreed to continue discussions in upcoming meetings as needed.

Regarding graduate students, the council addressed their academic and research status, emphasizing the importance of providing a supportive and motivating research environment. It also proposed holding regular meetings to monitor students’ academic progress and enhance the level of academic support provided to them.

The meeting also addressed costs related to laboratories and educational materials, with the Head of the Department stressing the need to rationalize expenditures in a manner that balances quality and sustainability without compromising the educational process.

In addition, the council discussed mechanisms for preparing final examinations, ensuring their alignment with learning outcomes, and adhering to standards of quality and transparency in both preparation and grading. The session also addressed inquiries related to exam preparation and grade distribution in line with available resources.

The meeting concluded with an open discussion during which members shared their academic and administrative observations and challenges. Dr. Salah Alawi reaffirmed his full support for all constructive proposals aimed at improving the work environment and strengthening coordination within the department.

At the conclusion of the meeting, attendees agreed on the importance of fostering teamwork, developing academic curricula, supporting graduate students, and controlling costs in a manner that serves the department’s academic and administrative goals.