Computer Engineering

International Workshop on Digitalization of Cultural Heritage

Six of the numerous historical sites in Iraq, including the Erbil Citadel, are designated as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Some of the cultural sites were demolished during periods of conflict or by the passage of time, and some are currently inaccessible to foreigners or scientists. The primary form of information regarding Iraq’s cultural heritage is tangible. However, in order to ensure that it is independent of local developments and accessible to a broader, international audience, digitalization is required.

A engaging workshop entitled “Digitalization of Cultural Heritage” was conducted by Professor Julia Schnitzer of Brandenburg University of Applied Sciences on April 29th, 2024. The workshop was organised by the Computer Engineering Department,  The event explored the exciting realm of how digital technologies are revolutionising the ways in which we interact with, access, and preserve our cultural heritage. The immense potential of digitization for safeguarding artefacts, historical documents, and landmarks was likely discussed by Professor Schnitzer, a renowned expert in the field. It is likely that the workshop attendees acquired valuable insights into the most recent methods for digital documentation, 3D modelling, and virtual reality applications in cultural heritage management.

Description

The Department of Communications and Computers is part of the Faculty of Engineering College in Cihan University. The department is established at 2008.Research in the Department is performed by faculty members and students in diverse areas such as software, wireless communications, antennas, coding, signal processing, hardware design and test, mobile computing, intelligent systems, satellite-engineering, and control systems. The Department offers a Bachelor of Engineering (BE) program in Computer and Communications Engineering (CCE), and plans to offer post graduate studies in the near future.

Vision

To develop into a leading modern department through provision of internationally recognized education and to participate in the creation of a unified, developed and advanced society. The department of communication and computers aspires to be elevated in the different aspects of knowledge and to link the programs and research it offers with the requirements of permanent development in Kurdistan region and entire country of Iraq. While it maintains its position as a leading national department, it also aspires to occupy a leading international position.