Founded in 2001, the CDCSIT-TU is a center for research and education at the graduate levels and has been producing competent computer and IT products as per the country's requirements. The department emphasizes strong research existing in the areas of computer science and scientific computing and other fields of related application with a strong focus on interdisciplinary research and applications. Close ties are maintained with eminent researchers with computational interests in other university departments. In addition, both faculty and students commonly work with investigators at nearby research or industrial institutions. The main educational goal is to prepare students for research and teaching careers either in universities or in industry.