What
is the scope of Aerospace Engineering and Communication
Systems Engineering? 
Aerospace Engineering is an
emerging field of the new millennium. Presently,
Pakistan has shortage of Aerospace Engineers and
most of the seats reserved for Aerospace Engineers
are vacant and very few Aerospace Engineers are
coming from abroad to fulfill the needs.
Like wise Communication Systems Engineering has
a vast market nationally and internationally.
The Engineers in these fields are hired in Government
Sector on enhanced pay scales.
What
is the fee structure?
Will
Institute provide hostel accommodation?
Registration
Fee (Once) |
Rs. 10,000 |
Library
Security (Refundable) |
Rs. 10,000 |
Tuition
Fee (per semester) |
Rs. 40,000 |
Dormitory
Fee (per semester, if applicable) |
Rs. 13,000 |
Transport
Charges (per semester) |
Rs. 6,000 |
IST provides furnished
hostel facility for boys and girls.
Does
the institute have affiliation with any university?
IST has its own university
charter which requires no affiliation with any
university.
Does
PEC recognize the Institute?
Both the programs, Aerospace
Engineering and Communication Systems Engineering
that the institute offers are duly accredited
by the Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC).
Does
IST have enough qualified faculty?
Yes, IST has enough highly
qualified and experienced faculty in the respective
areas.
Does
IST have proper lab facilities?
Yes, IST already has well furnished
laboratories to support the programs. Specialized
laboratories are also being established.
Does
IST have sufficient computer facilities?
Yes, IST has a modern computer
classroom equipped with state of art computers.
The classroom is complemented by a 24 x 7 computer
lab and Internet Cafe to provide internet facility.
Does
IST have a library?
Yes, IST has a resourceful
library with sufficient current editions of books,
reference material to support the programs, which
is constantly updated. Library is also subscribing
more than 16 periodicals and on line professional
publications.
What
are the criteria for awarding scholarships?
This is decided by the Board
of Directors on merit basis.
What
would be the strength of a class?
There will be thirty (30) students
admitted to each program.
What
are the prospects of higher education?
The IST programs are accredited
nationally and internationally and the student
shall have no difficulty in getting admissions
abroad.
How
can I come to IST campus?
From Islamabad: On Islamabad Highway heading towards Lahore, after
crossing the Swan River bridge, the IST sign board
is visible further a kilometer and half from the
bridge. Using public transport, take Route 111
van to Rawat and drop off at IST stop.
From Rawalpindi: On GT Road heading towards Lahore, take turn on
Islamabad Highway just before Rawat. IST is 700
meters from the Toll Plaza on Islamabad Highway.
Using public transport, take VARAN 7-B to Rawat
and drop off at Islamabad Highway turn. IST campus
is on a walking distance from the stop.
What
is the System of Education at IST?
IST follows the semester system.
Each program is of eight semesters and each semester
is of eighteen weeks duration. There will be two
semesters in each year.
Are
DAEs eligible for admission?
No, there are no seats for
DAEs. Only HSSC (Pre-Engg)/equivalent (i.e. A-level)
are eligible.
Are
Intermediates in Computer Science (ICS) eligible
for admission?
No.
What
subjects are required for A-level applicants?
Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry. |
