Information Technology Department
Information Systems Department:
Information Systems is considered one of the five core computer disciplines in the world. This field covers topics such as the fundamentals of information systems, databases, management, web technologies, e-commerce, information security, and the basics of mobile applications in its curriculum. The vision of the Information Systems Department is to link Afghanistan with the global advancements in information systems and modern communications by providing high-quality higher education.
At various levels within an organization, information systems can make daily tasks faster and more accurate. Key information systems include databases and information management systems. Other examples of these systems include:
- Transaction Process Systems (TPS)
- Enterprise Collaboration Systems (ECS)
- Management Information Systems (MIS)
- Decision Support Systems (DSS)
- Executive Support Systems (ESS)
Objectives of the Information Systems Department:
- To offer a high-quality program in information technology and computer-based information systems, preparing students to compete globally, secure jobs in government and private organizations, and pursue further studies.
- To be committed to research and other scholarly activities for advancement, promotion, and collaboration with the undergraduate program, as well as to support the educational, intellectual, and professional growth of students and faculty.
- To collaborate in the scientific field of information technology and computer-based information systems.
- To promote a cooperative environment, teamwork, and a strong interest in learning and education.
Vision:
Information Systems has brought a major revolution in the world, and countries have achieved significant advancements by using this technology. The vision of the Information Systems Department is to link Afghanistan with the global progress in information technology and communications through the provision of high-quality higher education.
The department aims, through a standardized curriculum and the delivery of quality courses, to transform itself and Kabul Polytechnic University into one of the key scientific and research centers in information technology and communications at both the national and regional levels.
The Information Systems Department is committed to actively contributing to the development and progress of society and good governance through the use of information and communication technology, and to providing skilled professionals to the community for this purpose.
Additionally, the department seeks to serve as a credible scientific and research center in Afghanistan, leading in research and the implementation of information technology projects, while gaining the trust of the government and private institutions in this field.
Mission:
The Information Systems Department supports the mission of Kabul Polytechnic University by offering high-quality courses for the undergraduate program. The mission of the department also includes providing focused and environment-oriented courses that enable students, staff, and faculty members to achieve their goals.
The department strives to prepare its students for global competition and to equip them for employment in government, private companies, further studies, or admission to higher universities.
The curriculum of this department is related to the field of Information Systems. It provides students with opportunities to gain a comprehensive understanding of the fundamentals of the discipline, as well as specialized theories, practical skills, and academic principles to advance their educational development.
Activities of the Information Systems Department:
The Information Systems Department of the Faculty of Computer Science at Kabul Polytechnic University carries out diverse and effective activities in the following areas to achieve its educational, research, and developmental goals:
1. Educational Activities
- Teaching theoretical and practical subjects according to the updated and standardized curriculum of the Ministry of Higher Education.
- Conducting practical work in the department’s laboratories.
- Enhancing students’ practical skills in programming, databases, web development, and mobile applications.
- Implementing modern teaching methods based on projects, problem-solving, and experiential learning.
2. Research and Scientific Activities
- Conducting scientific research in intelligent systems, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and information science.
- Encouraging students to undertake innovative and research projects at the undergraduate level.
- Providing academic guidance and supervision for semester projects, practical exercises, and graduation theses.
- Participation of faculty members in national and international conferences, seminars, and scientific workshops.
3. Laboratory and Practical Activities
- Equipping and maintaining laboratories.
- Conducting practical exercises of various subjects individually and in groups.
- Implementing practical projects in the field of information systems.
4. Capacity-Building Activities
- Organizing seminars, workshops, and training programs for students and faculty.
- Enhancing the academic and professional capacity of teaching staff through educational and research programs.
- Strengthening soft skills such as teamwork, project management, and professional ethics.
5. Collaboration and Community Engagement Activities
- Establishing scientific and professional connections with government and private institutions.
- Developing information and management systems.
- Collaborating with IT and telecommunications industries for the implementation of educational and production-oriented practical exercises.
- Maintaining effective relationships with alumni to transfer experience and meet labor market needs.
6. Innovation and Entrepreneurship Activities
- Encouraging students to design and implement creative and innovative projects.
- Supporting students’ technological ideas in the areas of startups and local production.
- Providing opportunities for scientific competitions and project exhibitions.
7. Administrative and Regulatory Activities
- Implementing the regulations and policies of the Ministry of Higher Education.
- Reviewing and improving the curriculum according to scientific advancements and labor market needs.
- Managing the academic, laboratory, and documentation affairs of the department.
Facilities
Computer Lab:
The Information Systems Department has four classrooms and a relatively well-equipped computer lab for teaching, practical work, and implementing class projects.
To meet the educational and practical needs of the students, the following software is installed on the lab computers of the Information Systems Department.
- سیستمعامل Windows
- Microsoft Office
- Visual Studio و Visual Studio Code
- Python
- Java (JDK)
- C / C++ Compiler
- SQL Server و MySQL
- Web- Browsers (Google Chrome و Mozilla Firefox)
Library:
The department has only one modern faculty-level library, which contains () books and can accommodate 40–50 people at a time.
People: Faculty and Staff
Faculty
Summary information for each faculty member:
Faculty Member: Asst. Prof. Mohammad Zameer Ahmadzai
Bachelor’s Degree: Faculty of Computer Science, University of Kabul
Master’s Degree: Faculty of Computer Science, University of Mysore, India
Email: mz.ahmadzai63@kpu.edu.af
Contact Number: 0771515117
Research Areas: Machine Learning, Deep Learning, and Computer Vision
Profile Link: Attached on a separate page with this file
Faculty Member: Asst. Prof. Mohammad Qaseem Qiam
Bachelor’s Degree: Faculty of Computer Science, University of Kabul
Master’s Degree: Faculty of Computer Science, University of Kabul
Email: qaseemqiam@kpu.edu.af
Contact Number: 0780871387
Research Areas: Database, Data Mining, Machine Learning, and Data Science
Profile Link: Attached on a separate page with this file
Faculty Member: Asst. Prof. Motayullah Sadiquee
Bachelor’s Degree: Faculty of Computer Science, University of Kabul
Master’s Degree: Faculty of Computer Science, Shiraz University, Iran
Email: sadiquees@gmail.com
Contact Number: 0771798536
Research Areas: Database, Data Mining, Machine Learning, and Data Science
Profile Link: Attached on a separate page with this file
Faculty Member: Asst. Prof. Mujtaba Soltani
Bachelor’s Degree: Faculty of Computer Science, Kandahar University
Master’s Degree: Faculty of Computer Science, Tarbiat Modares Shahid Rajaee University, Tehran, Iran
Email: Mujtaba.cs01@kpu.edu.af
Contact Number: 0770702705
Research Areas: Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Natural Language Processing, Information and Knowledge Management, Sentiment Analysis, Text Processing, Language Understanding
Profile Link: Attached on a separate page with this file
Faculty Member: Asst. Prof. Sayed Wasiullah Sadat
Bachelor’s Degree: Faculty of Computer Science, Maiwand University, Kabul, Afghanistan
Master’s Degree: Faculty of Computer Science, Kalinga University, New Raipur, India
Email: sayed.wasiullah@kpu.edu.af
Contact Number: +93773731765
Research Areas: Computer Vision, Software Engineering, Data Mining, and Data Warehousing
Profile Link: Attached on a separate page with this file
Faculty Member: Asst. Prof. Irfanullah Azimi
Bachelor’s Degree: Computer Science, Nangarhar University
Master’s Degree: Hazara University, Mansehra, Pakistan
Email: Irfanullah.azimi@kpu.edu.af
Contact Number: 0789891619
Research Areas: Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing (NLP), Digital Image Processing
Profile Link: Attached on a separate page with this file
Faculty Member: T. Asst. Qudratullah Noorzad
Bachelor’s Degree: Faculty of Computer and Informatics Engineering, Kabul Polytechnic University, Department of Information Technology
Master’s Degree:
Email: qudratullah.noorzad@kpu.edu.af
Contact Number: 0767653109
Research Areas: Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning, and Data Science
Faculty Member: T. Asst. Iqbal Ali Soltani
Bachelor’s Degree: Faculty of Computer Science, Herat University
Master’s Degree:
Email: iqbal1369@gmail.com
Contact Number: 0786493249
Research Areas: Data Science and Software Engineering
Faculty Member: T. Asst. Lutfullah Haq Nisar
Bachelor’s Degree: Faculty of Computer Science, Jain University, Bangalore, India
Master’s Degree: Faculty of Computer Science, Sharda University, India
Email: Lutfullah.ha@gmail.com
Contact Number: 0764347730
Research Areas: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
Staff:
The following information pertains to the administrative and technical staff of the department:
Name: Ahmad Saheem Afzali
Position/Title: Laboratory Engineer
Email: saheem@kpu.edu.af