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''For the Winnipeg, Manitoba television station, see CIIT-TV '' The Commission on Science and Technology for Sustainable Development in the South ( COMSATS ) is an international organization. It aims to reduce the ever-growing gap between the developed and developing world through useful applications of Science and Technology . The Third World Academy Of Sciences (TWAS) initiated the proposal for the formation of COMSATS under the leadership of Nobel Laureate , Dr. Abdus Salam .The foundation-conference of COMSATS was held at Islamabad , Pakistan on 4th and 5th October 1994 . Representatives from thirty-six countries attended. The participants included twenty-two Ministers, members of the diplomatic community of Islamabad and representatives of international organizations, like UNESCO , UNIDO , UNEP and the World Bank . The conference decided that the Headquarters / Secretariat of the Commission would be based permanently at Islamabad, Pakistan, and the Head of State of Pakistan would act as the first Chairperson of the forum. It was agreed that the host Government, Pakistan, would provide for the operational and administrative expenses of the Secretariat, while the development programs of the Commission would be supported and financed through a Technical Assistance Fund. This fund would be established by contribution from member countries, income from services provided to member countries, grants from international agencies and project funds, if under taken under contract. Member Countries of COMSATS
COMSATS INSTITUTE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (CIIT)
CIIT is one of the leading institution in Pakistan which is working under the umbrella of COMSATS, with a well-established reputation and a wide range of interests and facilities. Most importantly, it has faculty of international distinction. COMSATS Institute of Information Technology (CIIT) is distinctive. This has been recognized by the Government, and the major players of Industry, with whom it is working to promote higher education and propagate science and technology in Pakistan. Currently CIIT is imparting education to over 5000 students nationwide. CIIT attained the status of degree awarding institute vide the Presidential Ordinance No. XXXVIII issued on 12th August, 2000. The name of COMSATS Institute of Information Technology is synonymous with the leading edge in studies of new and emerging disciplines. Its aim is to remain among the leading institutions of the country for teaching and research in various disciplines. CIIT educate the students in a way that fosters technical excellence, originality and breadth of vision. It try to achieve the aims with the help of qualified faculty, which is drawn largely from the academia as well as industry ensuring that links back into the academic and commercial world are maintained and that students work on real problems, in real time, as in real life. This provides an excellent basis for career progression of its graduates. CAMPUSES OF CIIT IN PAKISTAN CIIT has currently five campuses around Pakistan equipped with modern facilities for the students and the faculty: FACULTIES AND DEPARTMENTS Following faculties and their departments are awarding bachelors, masters and doctoral degrees to the students: Faculty of Information Science and Technology
Faculty of Engineering
# Computer Engineering # Electronics Engineering # Telecommunication Engineering
Faculty of Business Administration
Faculty of Sciences
COMSATS NETWORK TRAINING Today's organizaions increasingly rely on the Internet and complex internal networks to compete in the new global economy. They need skilled professionals to keep networks working smoothly and expanding seamlessly. Recognizing this COMSATS has started internetworking training program which is being supported by IT Division Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of Pakistan. COMSATS will provide Certified Internet Training based on Cisco Certification which is industry recognized multilayer program and offers both in-depth theoretical background and intensive hands on experience. Currently Comsats Network Training (CST) is offering following short courses:
Apart from all these courses CST is also offering diploma in Telecommunications and wireless Telecommunication. For more details regarding their courses, fee structure or admission requirements visit their weibsite. COMSATS INTERNET SERVICES COMSATS internet services (CSI) is an ISP also administered by COMSATS . It started its services in 1994 and currently providing its services in the following cities of Pakistan : EXTERNAL LINKS
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