Computing Department

Any personal Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g) enabled device may connect to the student wireless network. Only connect with devices you personally own.

Internet access is filtered through SonicWall in line with HUC's Internet Access Policy to ensure a safe, compliant browsing environment for all users.

Keep antivirus software up to date, safeguard your credentials, and never share passwords. Report any suspected account compromise to the Computing Department immediately.

The network is provided primarily for educational purposes. Incidental personal use is acceptable, but must not consume excessive bandwidth or violate HUC policy or UAE law.

Do not download unlicensed content, access offensive material, use hacking tools, run proxy services, create unauthorized wireless access points, or conduct any commercial activity on the network.

Misuse of the student wireless network may result in loss of internet access and further disciplinary or legal action in accordance with HUC policy and UAE law.

The purpose of the computer and network usage policy is to plan, implement & maintain IT infrastructure to support the academic and academic support service departments in providing teaching, learning, research and departments to extend services to the HUC community. This usage policy codifies what is considered appropriate usage of computers and networks within HUC and determines the rights and responsibility of the users and the Computing Department. 

• Regulations for using Information Resources
• Modification or Removal of IT Equipment
• Access and Use of Other's ID
• Email
• Repro-graphics
• Reporting Problems
• Monitoring
• De-activation of Cyberoam ID
• Smart Classroom

As per this policy faculty, staff and students of the HUC are provided with User ID and password which enables them to access computer resources. For the academic use internet resources are made available to students to support their studies. It is inappropriate for students to use these resources for personal gains. For the authorized access faculty, staff and students are provided with the computer resources. All computers (PC's and Notebooks) in the HUC are interlinked with the Ethernet and / or Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN). The HUC Internet service is accessed via a Cyberoam Firewall. Lastly internet facility is provided to the students only for educational purpose. The following policy require strict adherence. Any infraction thereof could result in disciplinary action as per HUC policy & such users will be debarred from use of the information technology services of HUC. Unacceptable conduct includes the following and liable for disciplinary action.

The HUC computing services is well secured with the help of server management, CCTV cameras (maximum 15 days backup of all the cameras), and firewalls & anti viruses and is updated on regular intervals. All faculty, staff members of HUC, RFID Tag is placed in the car so as to give them access to the university. For student only 2 RFID Tag will be issued if a student need more than 2 Tag he/she has to pay for it in the Finance Department. The issuing authority of the RFID Tag is Administration & Examination Department.

1. Members and Students will be only permitted in innovation lab either in presence of faculty member or innovation Club In-charge.

2. It is mandatory for all users to sign usage register kept at the Innovation Lab.
3. All resources of innovation lab is for academic and individual usage only. No one is allowed to use innovation lab resources for commercial purpose.
4. Innovation Lab timings will be as per university standard timings. Any usage after the university official timings will require specific permission.
5. User will be responsible for any loss or damage to the facility or resources and agreed to pay for the damages.
6. All users will use these facilities as per standard HUC IT FAIR USAGE policy. Usage of computer, software and internet is governed by HUC IT Policy.

The Computing Department provides information technology resources at HUC to the students such as portal services and email services. HUC student can use their personal devices like Laptop, iPad, iPhone, Kindle etc. in the HUC campus as per following guide lines.

• The HUC will provide assistance to on‐campus students connecting personal computers to the HUC campus network.
• The HUC will not install operating systems or application software on student systems other than that required to gain access to HUC's networks.
• HUC does not take the responsibility of repairing any student‐owned equipment, software, or operating system files.
• Students are responsible for keeping personal computers virus‐free. Students who are knowingly or unknowingly propagating viruses on the HUC network will be disconnected from the network.
• Student should not use the external storage media such as USB/CD/DVD/Pen Drive etc. on the HUC network without the approval of concerned faculty member, staff or Computing Department.
• Student should not use HUC printing resources from their personal devices such Laptop, iPhone, iPad, Blackberry etc. without approval of Computing Department.

Guideline on HUC Network Usage with Student Owned Devices

1. Acceptable Devices.
2. Students may access the student wireless network with any device with Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g) connectivity.
3. Students may only access the network with devices that are their own personal property.
4. Content Filtered.
5. Access through Cyberoam (as per HUC's Internet Access Policy) to the Internet will be provided for student owned devices.
6. Personal Responsibility.
7. The HUC assumes no responsibility for the loss of, theft of or damage to any personal devices that a student connects to the student wireless network through Wi-Fi, wired or any information on that devices.
8. Students shall not impair the security of the HUC network. This expectation includes but is not limited to security.
9. Students are expected to maintain up to date antivirus and antispyware protection on all devices that are connected to the HUC student wireless network. Devices without up to date security programs may be denied access to the network of HUC.
10. Students are expected to safeguard all network passwords. Students should not share network passwords with others and should change passwords every fortnightly. Students are expected to notify to Computing Department immediately if they believe their student account has been compromised.
11. Students are expected to log onto the student wireless network only with their account and not to allow others to use their account.

This policy relates to SharePoint portal usage. The SharePoint Management System is currently based on Microsoft Technology a web‐based Portal Platform and is intended to be used to enhance the student, staff & faculty learning experience.

Following rules and regulations must be observed during the use of IT resources.

• All HUC IT resources should be used exclusively for the benefit of HUC community to create an environment of learning and speed of services.
• IT resources should not be used for consultancy or commercial projects, unless a prior permission has been obtained from the Dean.
• All the users should strictly abide by the below specified guidelines
• Do not allow his/her id & password to be used by anyone other than Computing Department staff.
• Do not damage any of the equipment.
• Do not download and store culturally undesired/unwanted files in the system.
• Do not modify the configuration of equipment, until the permission of Computing Department staff is obtained.
• Do not bring any pirated software and install on any of the workstations in the computer lab.
• Do not hack any site, as this may cause a framing of criminal case against him/her.
• Do not download and install/copy any program from Internet.
• Faculty, staff and student must use HUC email, portal account for academic purpose only.
• Do not reveal their user name and passwords to other users.
• Do not jeopardize the work of any other member or the computing network.
• Do not modify the network configuration, until the permission of Computing Department staff is obtained.
• The members must abide by the licensing regulations of the software provider regarding use of the software and payment for it.
• The members should take permission prior to downloading and installing any software from internet. This includes software such as messaging, chat software, etc.
• Do not damage any of the equipment.
• Do not bring any eatables or drinks inside the reprographic center.
• Students need to obtain coupons to get any photo copies and print outs.
• More than 15 pages of a particular book/journal are not allowed.
• Students will be provided printing services on first come first serve basis.
• Do not use mobile phones inside the classroom & computer lab.
• The students must comply with the instructions from a member of Computing Department staff.
• No eatables are allowed inside the computer lab.
• Uses of mobile phones / smoking are strictly prohibited in computer lab.
• Deliberate damage to, or loss of, materials, equipment or furniture is a breach of these regulations, will brought to the notice of dean. Under such circumstances the student may be required to pay for any damage to the property he/she has caused then they should compensate the HUC for any loss it may have suffered

Following rules and regulations must be observed during the use of portal resources.

• Students are given access to the portal services which enables them to get information about their attendance, grades, online appointment, registering online suggestions & complaints, HR services. Students can download CDP & study materials, access online e-database/e-books, online request system, online department feedback to track student progression, class schedule, advising, courses enrolled for & results etc., and the students are issued individual username and passwords for using this facility.
• Access and Use of Other's ID - All users must use only their personal id and passwords. Any unauthorized means of accessing HUC's computers, networks or other information technology resources is liable for disciplinary action.
• Users are requested to avoid misuse of personal email id, portal, class room & ERP id. The users are advised to change their password at regular intervals. If the user are not changing the password within 30 days the system will force the user to change the password (Password must be minimum nine characters with first letter capital followed by any four alphabetic and numeric characters each).
• HUC resources are deployed, configured, and operated to serve it's user community. It is important that all users are aware of and abide by HUC IT Usage Policies. Failure to do so may result in suspension or cancellation of the portal id & its allocation and closure of all associated 'logins'.
• Users must maintain the security of HUC systems and resources.
• Portal Login identifiers belong to a specific individual and must not be shared under any circumstances; login identifier passwords must never be revealed to others, An individual user is allowed only one login identifier.
• HUC staff has documented the purpose and proper use of resources and services via a series of user guides and other web-based documents available on the HUC website & HUC User Portal. Users assume the responsibility for becoming familiar with this documentation, particularly relating to issues such as adherence to resource limits, understanding the purpose and proper use of Portal Services, Study Material and proper use of HUC facilities. Access to several HUC portal and virtual resources are accomplished via portal services that is dedicated to this purpose. In addition to gaining access via the "Portal Access".
• HUC users are encouraged to request assistance from HUC staff when necessary. All requests for support must be submitted through the IT Helpdesk. Exceptions to this policy will be handled on a case by case basis. HUC support staff will provide advice to users regarding the proper use of HUC resources.