King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals

Appendix II - Institutional ProfileTo accompany Program Self Study Reports

For B.S. Programs in

Aerospace EngineeringChemical Engineering

Applied Chemical EngineeringCivil Engineering

Applied Civil EngineeringElectrical Engineering

Applied Electrical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

Applied Mechanical EngineeringPetroleum EngineeringComputer EngineeringSoftware Engineering

Industrial & Systems EngineeringControl & Instrumentation Systems Engineering

Architecture EngineeringConstruction Engineering and Management

King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals

Date April 2007

Submitted to the

Engineering Accreditation CommissionAccreditation Board for Engineering and Technology

111 Market Place, Suite 1050Baltimore, Maryland 21202-4012

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Appendix II – Institutional Profile ……………………………………………… 4

A. Background Information Relative to the Institution ………………………… 41. General Information ………………………………………………….. 42. Type of Control ………………………………………………………. 43. Regional or Institutional Accreditation ………………………………. 44. Faculty and Students …………………………………………………. 45. Mission ……………………………………………………………….. 46. Institutional Support Units …………………………………………… 5

B. Background Information Relative to the Engineering Unit …………………. 551. Engineering Educational Unit ………………………………………... 55

Table II-2a – KFUPM Administrative Organizational Chart ………… 56Table II-2b – College of Engineering Sciences Organizational Chart .. 57Table II-2c – College of Computer Sciences and Engineering Organizational Chart ………………………………... 58Table II-2d – College of Environmental Design Organizational Chart 58

2. Programs Offered and Degrees Granted ……………………………... 603. Information Regarding Administrators ………………………………. 604. Supporting Academic Departments ………………………………….. 615. Engineering Finances ………………………………………………… 616. Engineering Personnel and Policies ………………………………….. 637. Engineering Enrollment and Degree Data ……………………………. 678. Definition of Credit Unit ……………………………………………... 679. Admission and Graduation Requirements, Basic Programs …………. 68

10. Non-Academic Support Units ………………………………………... 76

C. Tabular Data for Engineering Units………………………………………….. 87Table II-1 – Faculty and Student Count for Institution ………………. 87Table II-3-1 (Part 1) – Engineering Programs Offered ………………. 88Table II-3-1 (Part 2) – Degrees Awarded and Transcript Designations 90Table II-4 – Supporting Academic Departments …………………….. 92Table II-5 – Support Expenditures College of Engineering Sciences .. 93Table II-5 – Support Expenditures Aerospace Engineering ………….. 93Table II-5 – Support Expenditures Chemical Engineering …………... 94Table II-5 – Support Expenditures Civil Engineering ……………….. 94Table II-5 – Support Expenditures Electrical Engineering …………... 95Table II-5 – Support Expenditures Mechanical Engineering…………. 95Table II-5 – Support Expenditures Petroleum Engineering ………….. 96Table II-5 – Support Expenditures College of Computer Science and

Engineering …………………………………………………... 96Table II-5 – Support Expenditures Computer Engineering Department 97

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PageTable II-5 – Support Expenditures Information & Computer Science .. 97Table II-5 – Support Expenditures Systems Engineering Department 98Table II-5 – Support Expenditures College of Environmental Design 98Table II-5 – Support Expenditures Architecture Engineering Dept ….. 99Table II-5 – Support Expenditures Construction Engineering and

Management Department ……………………………………..99

Table II-6 – Engineering Education Unit as a Whole: College of Engineering Sciences ………………………………………… 100

Table II-6 – Personnel and Students Aerospace Engineering ………... 101Table II-6 – Personnel and Students Chemical Engineering …………. 101Table II-6 – Personnel and Students Civil Engineering ……………… 102Table II-6 – Personnel and Students Electrical Engineering …………. 102Table II-6 – Personnel and Students Mechanical Engineering ………. 103Table II-6 – Personnel and Students Petroleum Engineering ………... 103Table II-6 – Personnel and Students Architecture Engineering ……… 104Table II-6 – Personnel and Students Industrial & Systems

Engineering/Control & Instrumentation Systems ……………. 105Table II-6 – Personnel and Students Computer Engineering Dept …... 106Table II-6 – Personnel and Students Information & Computer Science

/Software Engineering Program ……………………………… 106Table II-7 – Faculty Salary Data …………………………………….. 107Table II-8 – Engineering Enrollment and Degree Data Engineering

Educational Unit as a Whole: College of Engineering Sciences 110Table II-8 – Engineering Enrollment and Degree Data Engineering

Educational Unit as a Whole: College of Computer Science and Engineering ………………………………………………. 123

Table II-8 – Engineering Enrollment and Degree Data Engineering Educational Unit as a Whole: Architectural Engineering ……. 128

Table II-8 – Engineering Enrollment and Degree Data Engineering Educational Unit as a Whole: Construction Engineering and Management ………………………………………………….. 128

Table II-9 – History of Admissions Standards for Freshmen ……….. 129Table II-10 – History of Transfer Engineering Students ……………... 129

D Syllabi of Common Courses in Engineering Program ………………………. 130List of Courses Common to Engineering Program ……………………. 131

E Curriculum Vitae for Deans of Colleges & Chairmen of Departments …….. 171List of CVs …………………………………………………………….. 172

F Supplementary Documents ………………………………………………….. 199

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Appendix II – Institutional ProfileAppendix II – Institutional Profile

A. BACKGROUND INFORMATION RELATIVE TO THE INSTITUTION

A.1) General Information

Institution:

King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals (KFUPM)Dhahran 31261, Saudi Arabia

Chief Executive Officer

Professor Khaled S. Al-SultanRector of the University

Submitter of Questionnaire

Professor Samir A. Al-BaiyatDean, College of Engineering Sciences, andActing Dean, College of Applied Engineering

A.2) Type of Control

King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals is a Saudi Government-financed institution. It is a non-profit public university governed by the policies of the Ministry of Higher Education.

A.3) Regional or Institutional Accreditation

Engineering programs at KFUPM were evaluated by ABET in 1993 and 2001. In both evaluations, they were granted “substantial equivalency” status, as ABET does not accredit programs outside North America.

A.4) Faculty and Students

Table II-1 in Appendix C shows the faculty and student count for the fall semester 061, for the entire institution.

A.5) Mission

KFUPM Mission and Vision are on the website of the KFUPM Office of Planning and Quality (OPQ) under the link “Strategic Planning.” These are as follows:

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Our Mission

KFUPM is an institution of higher learning committed to:

a) Preparing professionals empowered with the knowledge, skills, values and confidence to take a leadership role in the development of the Kingdom in the fields of science, engineering, environmental design and business.

b) Producing research that contributes to the knowledge and sustainable development of the Kingdom and region by providing innovative solutions to identified economic and technical problems and opportunities.

c) Providing a stimulating campus environment for the welfare of its students, faculty and staff, and offering outstanding professional services and out-reach programs to the society at large.

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Our Vision

“To be a vibrant multicultural University of international repute focused on quality education and innovative research that prepares professionals and entrepreneurs to lead social, economic and technical development in the region.”

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A.6) Institutional Support Units

A.6.1 Computer Facilities

It is noteworthy that all computer facilities at KFUPM have been substantially enhanced since the last ABET visit in 2001. The following sections present the current status of the computer facilities at KFUPM.

A.6.1.1 Computer Facilities Available for use in Engineering Programs

(A) Information Technology Center

The Information Technology Center (ITC) is the primary computing facility at KFUPM. It provides computing support for education, research, and administrative applications for the University community. It also provides services for governmental and industrial agencies.

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The Supervisor of Information & Communications Technologies (SICT) position was established at KFUPM on January 29, 2005.  The SICT acts as the Chief Information Officer (CIO) for KFUPM.  He is to focus on the development of information and communications technologies at KFUPM. This development should be aligned with the University strategic IT plan along with the academic and administrative goals. SICT reports to the Rector of KFUPM (CEO).  Four heads of departments report to him, namely, the Director of Information Technology Center (ITC), the Director General of Educational Technologies, The Administrator for Telecommunications and The Director of Press.

1. Organization of ITC

ITC consists of the following departments as shown in the above figure: Academic Information Systems (ACIS); Administrative Information Systems (ADIS); Computing Services Department (CSS); Networking (NETS); Systems Operations Support (SOS) and Business Support Office (BSO).

The CSS Department serves the faculty, students, staff and the Research Institute with extensive IT consulting services and help desk support in addition to comprehensive examination generation and grading services and maintenance of hardware equipment.

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ITC Director

Computing Services

Administrative Information Systems

Business Support Office

Academic Information Systems

Networking

Systems Operation and Support

ITCSupervisor

InformationTechnology

Center

TelecommunicationsDepartment

EducationalTechnologies

Press

CSS supports faculty, students and staff in the design and integration of technology into their teaching, learning and research work. In addition the department provides faculty, staff and students with the computing skills they require. CSS also supports general purpose, departmental and teaching PC Labs.

ADIS Department maintains the University’s administrative applications such as payroll, personnel, financial accounting systems, material management, etc. In addition ADIS department has a software development section for new applications or reengineering of existing administrative systems.

NETS Department provides Internet and Intranet services to the KFUPM community. Some of the services provided by NETS include LAN services for all academic buildings and student housing, Wireless networking, ADSL network for home campus users, VPN services and RAS. Furthermore network connectivity form KFUPM to remote sites i.e. Dammam Community College, and SCITECH Center is provided using Wi-Fi technology. NETS comprises of three groups namely: infra-structure, management and security. Infrastructure group is responsible for designing the network layout based on the requirements. It plans to procure the necessary equipments needed to provide network connectivity to all the buildings on campus. The management group is responsible for monitoring and managing all network devices which includes routers, switches, access-points, firewalls, load balancers, servers as well as critical services running on those servers. The security group is responsible for securing KFUPM IT infrastructure from inside and outside threats. Moreover hardware firewalls from Cisco and Fortinet have been acquired to ensure perimeter security.

ACIS Department is responsible for all applications related to student information. In addition, ACIS Department has sections that provide technical support to the University Libraries and their automation systems and services, Web, portal, process workflow and document management support services.

Finally, the SOS Department provides systems and operational support to different operating system platforms (UNIX/AIX on RS/6000, z/OS on z/800, Win2K & Linux on Intel). Server administration of course management systems is also handled by SOS.

2. ITC Mission

ITC is committed to providing high-quality information services that foster a productive academic and research environment for students, faculty, staff, and management at KFUPM.

3. The Network

Networking facilities at KFUPM have seen exponential growth over the last five years. Networking facilities, which started with Novell based PC labs, now comprise a fiber optic Gigabit Ethernet backbone serving more than 10,000+ fast-Ethernet switched network points. All faculty offices, classrooms and PC labs are connected to the network.

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Faculty housing and multi-story student dorms buildings are also connected to network. The network is enhanced to provide wireless LAN (Wi-Fi) connectivity to all academic buildings across the campus. A total of 390 access points have been installed across the campus. Dial-in facilities are also available for remote access to KFUPM Intranet and Internet resources.

■ KFUPM Enterprise Network Infrastructure

KFUPM Enterprise network serves to provide services to KFUPM community for research and academic purposes. All computers at KFUPM campus are connected to KFUPM enterprise network. The network consists of a redundant Gigabit Ethernet backbone over fiber optic cables. All the academic buildings in the campus are connected to the backbone of ITC (Bldg-14) using single mode fiber optic cables. Some of the remote buildings with a small number of users are connected to the main campus network over leased telephone lines using HDSL (High Speed Digital Subscriber Link).

KFUPM enterprise backbone used state-of-the-art equipment from Cisco and was upgraded to gigabit Ethernet technology in 2001.Cisco Catalyst 6500 series gigabit switches were chosen in redundant configuration for the backbone. Network inside the buildings consist of Catalyst 3550 gigabit edge switches which serves to connect the building network to the backbone using FO cables. At the desktop level, fast Ethernet switches connect to the edge switches using gigabit uplinks over copper cables (UTP). Use of UTP cables for gigabit uplinks inside the buildings has reduced the network costs and makes it easier to maintain. Switches in the backbone and edge devices have full routing capabilities. This gives flexibility and control in network operations.

Most of the Academic buildings are connected to building 14 (ITC) through single mode fiber. The remaining buildings with fewer users are connected through HDSL. The entire Enterprise network is logically divided into different VLANs for faculty, staff, students and wireless users for enhancing security. Thus each building has a VLAN for faculty, staff, students and wireless users created on Layer 3 and Layer 2 switches. VLAN implementation also increases the overall manageability and increases the bandwidth efficiency by preventing huge broadcast network traffic clogging the usable bandwidth.

■ KFUPM Enterprise IT Security

► Cisco ASA firewall is being used to protect threats from inside as well as outside.

► Intrusion Detection System (IDS) is being used to monitor suspicious activity and traffic for external as well as for important servers inside the server farm.

► Providing VPN services to the KFUPM community for remote access using state of art security infrastructure.

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► Preparing and implementing security policies and guidelines.

► Performing audits and security health checks of the entire KFUPM IT infrastructure.

Figure on the following page shows the KFUPM Enterprise Network.

■ KFUPM Enterprise Network Management

► WhatsUp Professional 2006: This management application was acquired by ITC to provide an all-encompassing tool which can cater the need to monitor both the network devices and services through a single console. This system has the ability to monitor servers running on different platforms i.e., Windows, Linux, and AIX. We can monitor different services running on these servers and an alert is immediately raised and sent to the system administrator. SMS gateway has also been configured to send the notifications for critical devices\services to the administrator(s) on their mobile phones.

► MRTG and Netflow tools: Multi-Router Traffic Grapher and Netflow tool by Crannog software are being used to monitor the utilization of Gigabit ports, RAS modem statistics, as well as server connections’ utilization.

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► CiscoWorks2000 LMS and WLSE: CiscoWorks2000 LAN Management System and Wireless LAN Solutions Engine (WLSE) for the Wireless LAN devices are being used to monitor and manage the Cisco devices and these tools provides the ability to centrally manage critical network characteristics such as availability, responsiveness, resilience, and security in a consistent manner. These tool provide inventory management, IOS upgrades, configuration management, fault-management, report generation, and a host of other valuable features.

► Packeteer PacketShaper: These bandwidth management appliances from Packeteer are being used to implement university policies for the Internet traffic passing through the ADSL Internet link. These appliances can automatically classify the applications being used by the users and provide a range of options for controlling the applications.

■ Student Dorms Network

KFUPM constantly keeps on striving to improve the services provided to the students and to be at the forefront of technology use in education. Online education and computer networks are playing an ever increasing part in improving the quality of the learning experience of the students. To further enhance the services an ambitious project was started to provide network connectivity to all the student dorms. These include a total of 28 buildings. Each room is equipped with two fast Ethernet connections. This includes equipping more than 1800 rooms with network connectivity. A separate network backbone with gigabit connectivity has been made for this purpose. All the dorm buildings would be connected to a newly built network center in the student reception building. Cisco Catalyst 6500 switches which are being used in the main campus backbone have been chosen for the student dorms network backbone in a fully redundant configuration. These switches have extra capacity to support new student buildings in future. The new backbone is being connected to the existing backbone within ITC network center using multiple gigabit connections in a fully meshed configuration. It is worth mentioning over here that the student dorms network project includes laying more than 20,000 meters of fiber optic cables. In addition more than 130,000 meters of UTP cabling has been used.

As a result of these projects, 39 buildings (academic and remote) and 28 student buildings have been connected with more than 10,000 nodes cabled.

■ Faculty Housing ADSL Network

All faculty houses are equipped with ADSL lines. KFUPM provides ADSL service using a separate 4 Mbps internet link with enhanced connectivity features. Packet Shapers are being used for bandwidth management and allocation.

ADSL users are provided public IP addresses. Each user has 1.5 Mbps download and 512 Kbps upload link.

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All services are allowed for ADSL users, which include video streaming, voice chatting, FTP etc.

■ Availability of Wireless Network

KFUPM has a complete Cisco wireless LAN deployment with nearly 400 Aironet 1200 series Access Points.

KFUPM has IEEE-802.11g (Backward compatible with 802.11b).

Operating frequency uses available/unlicensed 2.4/5 GHz ISM Band. It provides higher data rate (up to 54 Mbps).

KFUPM has secured communication via Meetinghouse AEGIS client, used for secure authentication and communication.

Total 39 buildings are covered including all academic buildings. Moreover, three (3) students’ activity areas in student dorms are covered. Three (3) outdoor areas are covered as well to provide ubiquitous coverage between important buildings.

All the above areas have good coverage and good signal strengths.

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■ Current Wireless Utilization Statistics

● More than 2000 users accessing wireless LAN per week. ● More than 200 users access concurrently from different locations.

These numbers are expected to increase rapidly in coming semesters since more and more awareness sessions will also be arranged.

The projected utilization is based on wireless enabled laptops distributed to all faculties and some students as well. Moreover, increasing numbers of personal laptops and PDAs are currently being connected. Wireless coverage will be extended through WiMAX in near future with the objective to cover the whole KFUPM campus.

WiMAX will be integrated with current WiFi infrastructure to provide ubiquitous coverage throughout the campus.

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■ Future Wireless Projects

● Wireless LAN Voice over IP ● SIP Clients ● H.323 Clients ● Wireless IP Phones ● Wireless Fax server solution ● WiMAX - WiFi integration

■ KFUPM Access through Virtual Private Network

● Remote Access VPN service has just been introduced to KFUPM community on limited scale. So far the service is provided to some KFUPM users, few administrators and faculty.

● VPN services allow users to securely connect to KFUPM network from any where in the world using normal internet connection.

● KFUPM is using Cisco’s state-of-art security infrastructure to provide VPN services.

● Services provided through VPN are: Remote Desktop Connectivity, KFUPM Email (POP and SMTP), and KFUPM Internal websites.

● More services will be added in future.

■ ITC Remote Access Service

Remote Access Service (RAS) system was introduced in the month of May 2002 through which 240 users can simultaneously connect to ITC network using dialup connection. Due to its availability and reliability, ITC RAS system is heavily used by the KFUPM community for connecting their computers from remote locations. This system also has callback facility, limited to some users. RAS users are being authenticated using a centralized database taken from the ITC active directory so that users will have one username and password for all signing on. Detailed reports of RAS usage are generated daily.

■ Towards a Technology Campus

ITC has taken many steps to redefine the way information is being delivered utilizing the latest information and communication technologies. Major projects completed:

● Wireless Campus ● University Laptop Program ● Web-enabled Applications

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● University Website – Look, Feel, and Technology Enhancements ● Linking university enterprise network with off-campus community colleges and

Prince Sultan Center for Science & Technology.

4. General-Purpose PC Laboratories

ITC operates five general-purpose PC labs throughout the campus. These labs provide PC's for accessing the network as well as printing facilities. The locations and operation hours for each of these labs are announced at ITC website. In addition, ITC technically supports 50+ departmental labs.

5. Internet and E-mail

All faculty and students at KFUPM are provided with internet and e-mail services. A faculty member needs a login ID and password for these services, which can be obtained from the ITC. The use of these services is expected to be in compliance with the applicable rules and regulations, provided at the time of application. Faculty members can also post their course or personal web pages. Such services can be obtained by contacting the ITC.

6. Departmental Support

ITC provides technical support to all academic departments PC labs, which are operated by the departments themselves. It also provides support services to faculty using technology in their learning and teaching. Technology training is also provided. E-learning facilities are also available.

7. User Support

ITC staff provides a wide range of support services to faculty members. A help-desk to answer queries is operated during daytime office hours. It also provides assistance to faculty members regarding hardware and software installation and support. In addition, ITC offers frequent short courses, tutorials, awareness seminars and workshops on PC applications, wireless computing as well as general user-orientation of university computing facilities.

8. Faculty Laptop Program

All KFUPM faculty members are eligible for advanced notebooks and docking stations equipped with wireless connectivity.

9. Some Interesting Stats

The following statistics are calculated as per available data as of end of January, 2007:

► Total number of institutional computers accessible to students: 3150

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► Total number of IT users: 14,900 ► Academic courses currently managed mainly by WebCT (Semester 062): 700+ ► Network nodes: 10000+ ► IT Training man-days conducted for the university community for the year 2006:

1200 ► Total Number of Email accounts: 14,381 (8,500 in year 2000) ► Total Number of Internet accounts: 14,695 (9,500 in year 2000) ► Email messages processed every day: 39,612 (4,500 in year 2000) ► Email data processed per day: 3.4GB (400MB in year 2000) ► Total Number of PC Labs inside campus: 55+ ► Student to available institutional computer ratio (Year 2006): 2.86 ► Software troubleshooting & installation requests processed monthly: 400+

10. Software Policy, Initiatives & Procurement

The use of software at King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals is governed by an approved software policy of the university. This policy is applicable to the University community and refers to all computing resources whether individually installed, or shared, stand-alone or networked. Faculty, staff, and students of the University are required and expected to obey the laws and legal agreements governing software use for educational institutions of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Because such violations are also against University policies and rules, disciplinary action is taken where appropriate.

■ University Software Policy

● KFUPM as a leading university in the region has adopted a strategic hardware and software policy to keep up with the advanced computing technologies and to provide the best computing services to the community for teaching, research and administrative purposes. The university has provided the university faculty, students and staff with various types of computing hardware in labs and offices to achieve stated goals and objectives.

● It is, therefore, the responsibility of every individual at KFUPM to understand the significance of this policy and assure that the hardware is used for its intended purposes. This university, as a mandatory policy, will ensure that students, faculty, and staff maintain legal and ethical standards concerning the use of computer hardware and software. In order to implement such a policy, the students, faculty and staff using university hardware resources should comply with the following:

◘ Copying, installing, and electronically transmitting computer software isstrictly prohibited except where appropriate written consent (from theholder of such copyright) is obtained or where the software is in thepublic domain.

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◘ If it is not an infringement of copyright laws for a user to make anothercopy of that computer program provided that such a copy is for archival purposes only.

◘ University computer programs may not be installed or loaned to anyone. However, the installation or loaning of computer software to the University staff, faculty, and students for their nonprofit use is exempt from these restrictions based on the availability of licenses and copyrights for such purpose. All such installations must be notified to the Information Technology Center through the user department.

◘ Illegal copies of software must not be used on any university computers. Pirated software installed by any user violates the copyright laws of the Kingdom in addition to causing serious threats to the university network.

◘ Determinations under items 1, 2 and 3 above will be made by the Information Technology Center (ITC) and not the individual. Any indications of a violation will be investigated. The unauthorized duplication or use of computer software, data, or computer manuals, unless appropriate written consent is obtained, is grounds for disciplinary and punitive action under university regulations.

11. Main Servers and Storage Facilities

■ Banner Servers

● 8 x 2 Way Xeon (3.6 GHz) Blades ● 3 x 4 Way Xeon (3.6 GHz) Blades ● 1 x 6 Way Xeon (3.6 GHz) Blades ● 2 x 2 Way Xeon (3.4 GHz and 3.6 GHz)

■ E-Business Suite Servers

● 9 x 2 Way Xeon (3.6 GHz) Blades ● 2 x 4 Way Xeon (3.6 GHz) Blades ● 1 x 6 Way Xeon (3.6 GHz) Blade ● 4 x 4 Way Xeon RACK MOUNTED (IBM x3850) Oracle 10g RAC

■ Administrative Server

● 1 x Z/800 IBM Z800 2066-OX2 Running Z/OS ● 1 x Z/800 IFL IFL for Linux Running 4 LPARs for LDAP

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■ UNIX Servers

● 1 x R/6000 6H1 server ● 2 x R/6000 Pseries 7017-S85 12 processor each running AIX /UNIX 5.2 for

different scientific applications

■ Storage Capacity

● ESS-800 & EMC Clarion SAN (storage area networks), Storage of 23 TB capacity ● NetApp FAS-3020 & F-825 Filers NAS (network-attached storage), storage of 15

TB capacity

■ E-Business suite servers

● 9 x 2 Way Xeon (3.6 GHz) Blades ● 2 x 4 Way Xeon (3.6 GHz) Blades ● 1 x 6 Way Xeon (3.6 GHz) Blade ● 4 x 4 Way Xeon RACK MOUNTED (IBM x3850) Oracle 10g RA

■ Miscellaneous Servers

● 2 x 1 Way Xeon (3.2 GHz) Blades ● 3 x 2 Way Xeon (3.0 GHz) Blades ● 3 x 2 Way Xeon (3.2 GHz) Blades ● 7 x 2 Way Xeon (3.6 GHz) Blades ● 65 Rack mounted servers

■ Administrative Server

● 1 x Z/800 IBM Z800 2066-OX2 Running Z/OS ● 1 x Z/800 IFL IFL for Linux Running 4 LPARs for LDAP

● UNIX Servers

● 1 x R/6000 6H1 server ● 2 x R/6000 Pseries 7017-S85 12 processor each running AIX /UNIX 5.2 for

different scientific applications

■ Storage Capacity

● ESS-800 & EMC Clarion SAN (storage area networks), Storage of 23 TB capacity

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● NetApp FAS-3020 & F-825 Filers NAS (network-attached storage), storage of 15 TB capacity

12. Networking Hardware

The network hardware consists of perimeter router for internet connectivity and approximately 380 Fast Ethernet switches, 35 Layer 3 switches, 400 Access Points, remote access servers, 2 DNS servers, 2 DHCP servers. KFUPM has 6 Catalyst 6500 core switches for LAN and WLAN backbone. Moreover, 2 Cisco ASA 5540 were procured recently to enhance the network security and to provide VPN services.

13. Internet Connectivity

Internet connectivity at KFUPM has been established through King Abdulaziz City of Science & Technology (KACST), Riyadh.

► Directly connected to KACST Riyadh using STC ATM backbone over fiber optic link.

► Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA 5540) is being used to ensure high level of security.

► ATM (Asynchronous Transfer Mode) is being used for internet connectivity.

► 24 Mbps of bandwidth (being fully utilized).

► Technically the link can go up to 155 Mbps.

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14. Hardware Setup

KACST is the Internet gateway to Saudi Arabia and is directly connected to Internet. A connection from the KACST router to the KFUPM router is established over fiber optic and currently supports a bandwidth of 24 Mbps Internet connections.

The KFUPM router is directly connected to Proxy-External at our site. This implies that only Proxy-External can directly communicate to the router. This proxy will accept requests from internal proxy and connect to the Internet to furnish such requests. This ensures that the only machine going out and appearing on the Internet is the Proxy-External machine.

The Proxy-External on the inside can communicate only to Proxy-Internal and this is the only machine that is trusted by external proxy. User accounts are created on the internal proxy and this proxy will be responsible for validating user requests and providing services to internal users.

The dual proxy setup is for security purposes as well as the distribution of the processing load. In case of intruder attack from outside the external proxy will recognize only one

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other machine and hence the task of breaking in to KFUPM network will be difficult. Similarly in case of attack from inside the intruder will not have direct access to Internet unless he is able to break into both proxies.

All this has been done to ensure that our internal network is provided maximum protection from external hackers.

15. Internet Proxy Arrays and Services

The proxy setup at ITC consists of two arrays (or layers) of proxies designed to maximize the utilization of the 24 Mbps connection to KACST and provide a high-level of security to users.

The proxy array in the de-militarized zone communicates upstream with the KACST proxy. The internal array of proxies serves over 14,900 users in accessing the Internet. The current proxy configuration provides web (HTTP) and web-based ftp access to the users. Sock services such as (audio and video streaming, telnet/ftp, Internet phone services etc.) are also available.

16. Recent Projects for the Upgrade and Enhancement of Computing Facilities

■ Frame Agreement for Desktop & Laptop Hardware for Faculty Members & Students

● New desktop computers acquired include 800 notebooks and 1000 PCs, printers, scanners etc.

● Hardware deployed in academic/administrative departments, community colleges (continuous server & desktop, hardware acquisition support at, Dammam and Hafr Al-Batin and Hail University, total deployment & management of computing services at Dammam Community College), smart classrooms and computing labs.

● Replaced hardware relocated based on computing requirement criteria.

● Strategic university plan to enhance mobile computing infrastructure.

● Compliments the deployment of wireless network across all academic buildings.

● State-of-the-art technology campus with facilities at par with best campuses.

● Laptops and the wireless network help improve academic programs:

◘ Faculty has enhanced support for e-Learning technologies insideclassrooms and everywhere.

◘ Effective teaching methods and learning experiences.

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● Selection criteria included:

◘ Desktop replacement category with native wireless support.

◘ Standard benchmark and number crunching tests.

◘ Entry-level or low-priced models not considered.

◘ 3-year full onsite hardware replacement warranty.

● Advanced model as desktop replacement:

◘ Docking station interface to desktop.

◘ Connection to desktop LCD monitors, local printers & other devices such as scanners etc.

■ Academic & Administrative Application Support

● Over 35 scientific & engineering applications on enterprise platforms.

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● Up to 65 applications & utilities deployed on the desktop.

● Over 30 administrative applications on enterprise platforms.

■ Horizon Deployment in the Main Library

● Production servers upgraded.

● Continuous system administration & performance monitoring by a dedicated ITC team.

■ KFUPM on the Web, New Look and Feel

● The ITC unveiled KFUPM brand-new website with a “new look and feel", while improving its overall usability and accessibility.

● The new look gives the website an updated, professional interface and the reorganization makes the site easier to navigate.

● The new web site offers information to all users within and outside the university about the services and resource in the campus.

● One of the major strengths of the new website is the introduction of a new FIS (Faculty Information System):

◘ faculty profiles ◘ details the biography ◘ research interests ◘ publications, etc.

● The new website has a search feature that integrates with the worlds most famous search engine, i.e., Google Search. This improvement allows users to search for web pages without the navigational ability normally required or the need to rely on hand written links. The search engine also allows users to search the KFUPM telephone directory, the library catalog and the World Wide Web.

● Internal users of all three types (Students, Faculty and Staff) can access resources and information under their respective sections directly from the main page. Websites for deanships, centers and administrative departments are accessible from a new Administration section, while academic departments can be found under a new Academic Programs section.

● The website is bilingual (English/Arabic) to serve the university website information for national and international users. Users can switch between the Arabic and English websites at any time using a link at the top of the page.

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■ Computing Labs

● 12 ITC General-Purpose & Departmental PC labs are upgraded (2006).

● ITC technical support for 50+ departmental labs including desktop image preparation, server applications and license manager deployment.

■ Application Development and Deployment

● King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals has decided to select and implement Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system. Therefore a project named as "Raed Project" has been formally initiated effective March 12, 2005 by its sponsor, the Rector of the University. The vision of the project is to adopt and sustain the best information technology enabled business processes in order to support the most productive environment for learning, innovation and research. The ERP system will integrate academic and administrative processes of the University.

● The scope of work includes the following academic, administrative and Information Technology (IT) modules:

Academic Modules (based on SCT SunGard Higher Education Banner

modules)

Administrative Modules (based on Oracle e-business suite)

Admission and Registration Student Affairs Graduate Studies Research Administration Contract Research Management

Faculty & Personnel Affairs Finance Purchasing, Storehouse & Bookstore Projects Maintenance Office & Housing Services Medical Services Food Services Safety & Security Services Transportation Services Public Relations & Information

■ Student Dorms Network

● Over 3500 student computers are currently connected.

● Support is available for 3800+ fast Ethernet nodes (100 Mbps).

■ Wireless Network at KFUPM

● Wireless Specifications:

◘ IEEE 802.11a/g standard

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◘ Uses available/unlicensed 2.4/5 GHz ISM Band

◘ Provides higher data rate (up to 54 Mbps)

◘ Backward compatible to IEEE 802.11b

● Technology Features:

◘ Scalable Enterprise Solution

◘ Designed for Mobile WLAN users, PDAs, Wireless IP Phones

◘ Highly Secured

◘ Enterprise Network Management

◘ State-of-the-Art Equipment from Cisco

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■ Server Consolidation

● Rack-based Enterprise & Blade Servers to replace more than 60 scattered old servers.

● Capacity enhancement to improve performance of critical systems.

● Staggered acquisition to maintain state-of-the-art hardware for future implementations including ERP.

■ Online Help Desk, Change Management and IT Assets Management

● Enhanced accountability to improve services.

● Clear guidelines and aggressive changes to process hardware and software requests.

● Intensive effort to streamline IT Assets ownership.

■ KFUPM Portal Provides Role-Based Access and Functionality

The KFUPM community logins to the portal to access business systems through a secure single sign on facility. SunGard SCT Luminis portal is used. The portal

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offers role-based functionality for faculty, staff and student users. A large number of channels have been built which may be added by the users as per their own choice. The channel will provide feed of latest data and user defined functionality.

■ High Performance Computing (HPC)

● Two 24-processor Unix-based servers and an 8-CPU cluster currently operational.

● Implementation of a large HPC facility to support advanced research planned.

● Clusters of PCs also available for Research.

■ Curriculum Delivery Systems Enhancements

● Planned deployment of Centra to enhance WebCT.

● Enhanced course content management.

■ Enterprise Storage & Backup

● Enhanced online storage for users NAS (network-attached storage) and SAN (storage area networks) systems.

● Backup of all critical desktops planned.

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■ Smart Classrooms

● All KFUPM classrooms are "Smart Classrooms."

● Wireless technology is being used to connect people to the network while in the class.

● Instructors and students can take advantage of all the available online material.

● University envisions an E-Learning environment where users would be able to access a wealth of educational material online.

A.6.1.2 Student and Faculty Support

A special ITC department, Computer Services Department (CSS), is dedicated to academic support. It offers services to faculty, students (graduate and undergraduate), and research staff. CSS has a number of full time staff members supporting the engineering programs and two staff members are available at the “help desk.” Seminars and short courses are offered each semester. Manuals and in-house documents are prepared for all software. Flexible electronic mail enhances user awareness. A newsletter is issued periodically to update users on the latest ITC developments.

Another unit within the ITC, PC Support Group, supports all general-purpose PC users with hardware and software. The ITC also supports and maintains the University libraries online catalog search and automation software.

■ Faculty, Staff and Student Services

The main services of CSS in support of the engineering programs include:

● Short courses, tutorials, workshops and user-orientation of University computing facilities.

● Software consultation and support on different platforms.

● Installation and software support for campus-wide PCs.

● A help desk.

● Operating systems, office and scientific/engineering applications, installation and support.

● RAS & ADSL services including modem configuration, internet and email configurations from home.

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● Coordination with other ITC departments for hardware, networking and other support services.

■ Academic Departmental Services

● Installation and software support.

● Selection and distribution of PC and peripheral hardware.

● Software volume licensing.

● University course exams, entrance exams, faculty performance and course evaluation services.

■ Computer Lab Services

● Technical and operational support to ITC PC labs; but only technical support to non-ITC (departmental) labs.

● Full connectivity including wireless, networking, e-Mail and internet access from every PC lab across campus.

● Installation, administration and support for different server platforms.

A.6.1.3 Accessibility of the Computer Facilities and Services

■ Accessibility of Computer Facilities, Locations, and Numbers

The ITC has more than 3000 PCs connected to its servers. They are distributed all over the campus. All academic departments have PC labs, which are available for their faculty and students. Teaching PC labs are scheduled through the Registrar’s Office for class use while the others are for general use. An additional general-purpose PC lab with printing facilities is also available within the student services area. The ITC has established several general-purpose PC labs with laser printing facilities, operated and supported by its own staff. Four of these labs are open to faculty and students until 4:00 PM. The student dorms PC lab and ITC lab are open till 12:00 midnight, daily. A total of 50+ departmental PC labs are available for different academic departments. Out of these labs, 20 are for engineering programs. Each faculty member office has a laptop with advanced configuration. The total number of PCs for different academic departments is 3000+.

■ Computer Access

User IDs are issued to all faculty members when they join KFUPM. Enrolled students can access different enterprise network resources. Each student is assigned a user Id and given unlimited computing time. All faculty members and students are authorized to access the Unix system and Internet by default. Accessing the Z/OS System needs

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justification. The ITC monitors Unix & Z/OS usage on a monthly basis. All accounting records are batch-processed by the end of the month, and usage reports are sent to each academic department.

A.6.1.4 Mode of Payment

All main servers, workstations and PC facilities are free of charge for all faculty members and students. Monthly accounting reports for main servers sent to the academic departments are meant to monitor proper usage only. The University funds the ITC budget. Funded research projects and external users are charged on an actual cost basis. The ITC has developed its own accounting programs to calculate usage cost for each user based on an estimated charge for each service unit. A summary of total usage is sent to academic departments in addition to detailed over-usage accounts.

A.6.1.5 Computer Usage by Faculty and Students

■ Measuring Computer-Usage

The ITC monitors computer usage (for Unix/AIX & Z/OS) by all users on a monthly basis. All accounting records for main servers are batch-processed at the end of each month and reported to the chairmen of the academic departments informing them about over usage by individuals in his department.

The total academic usage of the Unix & Z/OS main servers has dropped dramatically over the last few years. The drop is mainly due to the remarkable increase of PC usage by both faculty members and students. In addition, the powerful laptop used by each faculty member significantly contributed to the usage drop of the Unix & Z/OS servers. In general, the computer usage of the engineering units has remained at roughly 80% of the total academic usage for the last few years. Current departmental and general-purpose PC labs are meeting user demands and the ITC is continuously in the process of upgrading and enhancing all the PC labs.

■ Internet Connection Setup Utilization

ITC has been collecting utilization statistics from its Internet setup to determine the performance of the implemented designs and to pinpoint any bottlenecks or elements resulting in degradation of the service. Data collection has been divided into two areas (i) web proxy statistics, and (ii) link utilization. Link utilization is the extent to which the 24 Mbps link is being exercised.

● Web Proxy Utilization: The analysis of collected data shows that the proxy setup is currently not heavily loaded although we are exercising the link to its maximum.

● Internet Link Bandwidth Utilization: The available bandwidth (the maximum available is 24 Mbps) is fully utilized at the present time. Readings taken from

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morning (8.00AM) to evening (11.00PM) show a utilization in the range of 95-100% on a typical working day.

The bandwidth utilization spectrum shows a 42% usage by students, followed by 20% by faculty, 6% by graduate students, 8% by the research institute and 24% by others.

A.6.1.6 Self-Assessment of any Limitations and Improvements

KFUPM computing facilities do not suffer from any major limitations that may affect the education of engineering students. The rapid changes in the field of Information Technology (IT) places considerable responsibility on the ITC to constantly plan for the enhancement of current services or the introduction of new services. The ITC management has identified improvements and new advanced services that should be provided by the ITC in the coming few years.

■ Enhancements of the Existing Services

The ITC will continue providing basic services to the KFUPM community, but with more improvements based on the advancement of IT technology. Some of these are:

● To increase the Internet link bandwidth from 24 Mbps to a higher rate (based on the actual need).

● To improve the RAS services from inside and outside campus to the university network.

● To enhance the library automation software. It’s obvious that the most critical challenges to KFUPM libraries is the difficulties in organizing and managing library collections, and matching the physical items on shelves with its bibliographic information on the Integrated Library System (Horizon) that the library use. More challenges also exist during the annual inventory process, while internal circulation, and during items flow when circulated to patrons & vise versa when it’s returned back to the library. To resolve these challenges, Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology provides the solutions to manage and control library collections.

● To upgrade continuously laptops & PCs to reduce operational and maintenance costs.

● To extend the KFUPM enterprise & wireless network to reach all remote locations on campus.

● To standardize the hardware of laptops & PCs and their peripherals to reduce operating costs.

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● To improve the performance of the KFUPM network.

● To improve the Network Monitoring and Management to manage all network elements and to monitor their performance around the clock, so that the network information is displayed on a large screen in front of the operator for immediate action, and logged for later analysis.

● To improve the reliability of the present Enterprise Network by providing redundancies, in addition to connecting this network in a multi-home fashion with different access sites that have alternative routing capabilities in an attempt to increase the reliability of communications and reduce related tariffs.

■ New Advanced Services

The ITC needs to provide many new services for better support of the engineering programs and to make KFUPM one of the leading educational institutions in the region. Some of these proposed services are:

● Multimedia services including video conferencing.

● A Web-based help desk and online answering services.

● Automated lab control and software delivery services.

● To improve teleconferencing facilities within KFUPM and with other Internet users outside its network.

● To provide teaching facilities over the Intranet and Internet from pre-prepared lectures as a supplement to present KFUPM educational programs, in coordination with EduTech and other academic departments.

● To provide facilities to conduct live and recorded short courses as part of the continuous educational programs in coordination with the Continuing Education Department.

● To develop more advanced Interactive Voice Response (IVR) systems to support the academic and administrative activities on campus.

● To provide wireless local area network facilities, in each and every student dorm to allow students to use their notebook computers.

● To increase subscription to related international sites in order to facilitate the educational and research activities in coordination with the library, e.g., on-line journals.

● To support a local digital & multimedia library as a step towards a virtual library.

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■ ICT Services and Facilities at KFUPM at Par with Reputable US Universities, Benchmark Study

Introduction & Background

KFUPM is a leading educational institution in science and technology supported by advanced Information & Communications Technology (ICT) infrastructure. In order to further strengthen the commitment to the use of technology, a comparative assessment of the ICT facilities and services provided by the university with its peers on a regular basis is a necessity.

H. E. the Rector of the University directed the standing committee for Information & Communications Technology (ICTC) to study and benchmark ICT services and facilities at KFUPM with other internationally reputable higher education institutions. A technical committee was formed (May 2006) by the ICTC Chairman for this purpose, and was entrusted it to carry out the task. The committee was assigned to conduct a study designed to compare KFUPM and a large group of American universities (AU) in various issues related to ICT. The required data for the study was derived from the “Campus Computing 2005” report prepared for American Universities published in March 2006.

Some important issues and trends included in the study pertain to the role of ICT in higher education. The single most important issue affecting universities over the coming 2-3 years is "Networking & Data Security". In addition, "Disaster Recovery and ERP" are still major concerns. There is a rising use of ICT in instruction and current data confirms the increasingly important role of "Course Management Software (CMS)" as a core instructional resource. Deployment of "Web-based campus portals" reflects the campus commitment to Web portals.

Observations and Conclusions of the Study

The overall results in comparing 27 performance indicators relevant to KFUPM, and which serve the purpose of fair benchmarking, suggest that the university is performing very well in most areas, with opportunities to improve in certain areas.

There are a number of bright spots in the study, where KFUPM seems to be ahead of most American universities. Here are a few examples.

Percentage of smart classrooms currently at KFUPM is around 75%. According to the on-going plan of EduTech Department, by September 2006 all classrooms will be smart. The ratio at American universities (as of October 2005) is only 28.6%.

Percentage of campus covered by wireless access in American Universities is 55.8%, while the indoor campus at KFUPM is 100% wireless. Outdoor wireless, based on Wi-Max technology, is under testing as part of cooperation program with Intel.

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The previous point implies that all classrooms at KFUPM are wireless enabled, whereas only 50.8% classrooms at American universities are covered with a wireless network.

KFUPM provides off-campus network access to authorized students free of charge, while only 47.6% of AU do, and an additional 13% charge the students for this service.

The percentage of KFUPM faculty having a web page is twice that of their counterparts in AU (71.7% against 37.5). However, it should be noted that some KFUPM faculty web pages are not updated frequently.

So far, only one third of faculty at AU has laptops. Here at KFUPM, desktops for faculty have been phased out. Faculties have laptops with docking stations and LCD screens for use in offices. KFUPM percentage for desktop & laptop computers seems excellent compared to AU (69.5 & 33.9 respectively).

Security incidents for KFUPM campus in the past year seems much less than many AU reported.

Percentage of students who have desktop computers at KFUPM (21.6%) seems less than AU (48.5). The fact here is that KFUPM percentage is actually the ratio of institutional computers to total KFUPM students. This ratio does not consider student-owned computers. Laptop computer indicator for KFUPM is not yet available, although 170 laptop computers are distributed to students as part of ICDL personal skills program.

ICT continues to is emphasize on major critical areas of network and data security, disaster recovery, Web portal and VOIP, which are areas of focus at most schools. Continuous support and coordination has been provided for the Raed ERP Project and CMS e-Learning.

Finally, HE the Rector's decision to appoint a supervisor for ICT is in alignment with the practice of 95.2% American universities.

The study shows that 96.4% of student dormitory rooms have network connection. Currently, 80% of KFUPM student dorms have it. However, after the completion of Student Building Project Phase I in a few months' time, and Student Building Project Phase II in two years, the percentage will approach 100%.

The study also shows that KFUPM attaches equal importance to policies on using various IT services (email, web-pages, and copyrights) as do most American universities. In this context, it is worth mentioning that ICTC has developed a policy for dealing with abuses of computer and network resources. Moreover, KFUPM policy to replace PCs in student labs every three years is adopted by 88% of the universities surveyed.

KFUPM is slightly behind in certain areas. One obvious item is the deployment of Internet2. 82% of American universities already have it. A major aspect of Internet2 is adding sufficient network infrastructure to support real-time multimedia and high-

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bandwidth interconnection that teaching, learning, and collaborative research may require.

Single sign-on portal for KFUPM is now available after "Raed" project implementation of student and business ERP systems. KFUPM joined 60.5% of American universities that already have it. In addition, Voice over IP (VOIP) is another area of importance to be considered by KFUPM during the next year (45.2% AU implemented VOIP).

■ Comparison of KFUPM IT Resources with International Higher Education Institutions

The following table compares 26 major items for KFUPM with other U.S. higher education institutions (public and private).

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Benchmarking KFUPM IT Resources with International Higher Education Institutions as of October 20051

Sr Indicator 2

Average response of 501 U.S. institutions§

Average Response of

124 U.S.Universities §§

KFUPM Status KFUPM Remarks

1 University has a written policy of conduct for email accounts.

96.2%

100.0%Y

2 University has a written policy of conduct for campus-hosted web pages.

80.1%

91.1%Y Policy not strictly

enforced

3 University has a written policy of conduct for copyright piracy.

94.8%

97.6%Y

4 University has a single sign-on portal

45.1%(22.1) 60.5 %

(18)Y

5 Percentage of students who have desktop computers. 51.6

48.521.6%

Ratio of KFUPM desktops/KFUPM

students 6 Percentage of students who

have laptop computers. 37.5 48.0 ? 170 distributed through ICDL program

7 Percentage of faculty who have desktop computers. 69.5 69.5 100 Desktop are being phased-

out and replaced by Laptops8 Percentage of faculty who

have laptop computers. 28.8 33.99 Replacement factor for

computers in student labs (yr)

82%3-4 years 88.0%

3-4 years3 Years

10 Percentage of faculty with personal Web page. 30.8 37.5 71.7 Some Web pages need

update11 Percentage of smart

classrooms 36.6 28.6 75 100 % by Sept. 2006

12 University has programs to provide IT training to IT staff.

61.4%

65.4%Y

13 University has filter spam at email gateway. 93.4% 95.9% Y

14 University has a strategic plan for IT 73.4% 71.0% Y

15 Percentage of faculty has internet access. 99.3 99.8 100

16 Percentage of classrooms connected to the internet. 91.6

87.9100

All classes are equipped with at least one network

port.17 Current transmission

capacity of campus network, Gigabit Ethernet functional now?

80.1%

87.1%

Y

18 Percentage of dormitory rooms with network connection

76.8

96.480 Old lines are still not

included

19 Percentage of campus covered by wireless access 45.7 55.8 100 Currently indoor. Outdoor

is under commissioning 20 Percentage of classrooms

covered by wireless access 42.4 50.8 100

21 Availability of VOIP, Now Functioning (Yr 06-07)

31.8%(22.3%) 45.2%

(Yr 06-07)

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Sr Indicator 2

Average response of 501 U.S. institutions§

Average Response of

124 U.S.Universities §§

KFUPM Status KFUPM Remarks

22 Availability of Internet 2 (Not Available)

41.0%(46.5%) 82.3% (N)

23 University provides off-campus network access to students through dial-up free (with fee)

27.4%

(6.2)47.6%(13%)

Y

24 University provides off-campus network access through ADSL. 9% 18.6% Y

For faculty housing on campus. Project is already completed.

25 What security incidents did your campus experience in the past year?Theft of computer(s) containing confidential data filesHack/Attack on the campus networkHack/Attack on students/personnel/alumni data filesHack/Attack on administrative/financial data filesHack/Attack on research data filesMajor computer virus infestationMajor spyware infestation

15.3

51.1

10.7

8.7

3.2

35.4

40.8

N

NN

N

NYY

Nothing reported

26 University has a CIO for IT.84.7% 95.2% Y

1. Green, Kenneth C., Campus Computing 2005: The 16th National Survey of Computing and Information Technology in American Higher Education. Encino, CA; Campus Computing 2006.

2. Benchmarking is excluded for ERP, Library and e-Learning.§ Average response of 501 institutions: Responses of all institutions (Public & Private),

i.e. Universities, 4-Year Colleges & 2-Year Colleges.§§ Average response of 124 universities: Responses of universities only (Public & Private).

For more information about ITCPlease visit URL:

http://www.kfupm.edu.sa/itc/

A.6.2 Library

Similar to computer facilities the library at KFUPM has been substantially enhanced since the last ABET visit in 2001. The following sections present the current status of the library at KFUPM.

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A.6.2.1 Information on Library Collection, Services, & Physical Facilities

The KFUPM Library is basically a science and engineering library and nearly 80% of its collection is related to the fields of science and engineering. The collection includes books, periodicals, proceedings, theses, reports, maps, charts, electronic resources, and audiovisual materials. Collection Development in the library is a continuous process, which is done in coordination with the academic departments. The library has acquired a good number of electronic databases and the Internet resources and has established searching labs for these databases. The library provides assistance to the faculty and students in their search for information and library materials. Following are the details of collection, services, and physical facilities:

A.6.2.2 Resources

Library Collection:Monographs (including proceedings) vols. 314,189Electronic Books 66,000 documentsPeriodicals (Bound) 82,411 vols.Periodicals titles (subs) 905 subsElectronic Journals 32,000in full-text databases: 11,000in bibliographic databases 21,000 Electronic Documents (proceedings, reports, etc.) 1081Electronic Databases 39 Microfilms 37,530 reelsMicrofiche 67,748 piecesMedia (audio, video, slides, etc.) 4,986 pieces

A.6.2.2 Subject Collections in Science and Technology

a) Books and Bound Periodicals (According to L. C. Call Number)

Mechanical Engineering (including Aerospace Engineering) ……Systems Engineering ……………………………………………..Electrical Engineering ……………………………………………Civil Engineering ………………………………………………...Chemical Engineering ……………………………………………Petroleum Engineering …………………………………………...Computer Engineering ……………………………………………Information & Computer Science ………………………………..Architecture ………………………………………………………Architectural Engineering ………………………………………..City & Regional Planning ………………………………………..Construction Engineering and Management ……………………..Physics ……………………………………………………………

9,637244

20,88920,1389,5182,694

84212,0065,7444,253

5634,253

28,548

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Mathematics ……………………………………………………...Chemistry ………………………………………………………...Earth Sciences …………………………………………………...

40,40524,86210,850

b) Journals in Databases and Current Subscriptions

Mechanical Engineering (including Aerospace Engineering) ……Electrical Engineering ……………………………………………Civil Engineering ………………………………………………...Chemical Engineering ……………………………………………Petroleum Engineering …………………………………………...Computer Science & Engineering ………………………………..Environmental Design ……………………………………………Physics ……………………………………………………………Mathematics ……………………………………………………...Chemistry ………………………………………………………...Earth Sciences …………………………………………………....Unspecified Subjects ……………………………………………..

473933208503221

1,510254

1,030319

1,576818

2,200

A.6.2.3 Library Expenditures

Expenditures Record for the Years 2003−2005.

Description 2003 2004 2005Total Library Current Funds ……………. 5,042,098 5,854,285 6,350,086Expenditure for the Science and Engineering Unit (80% of the total) ……………………... 4,033,678 4,683,428 5,080,069Books ………………………………………. 492,092 465,196 471,758Periodicals ………………………………….. 2,968,291 3,252,258 3,377,489Electronic Databases ……………………….. 512,672 916,308 1,150,488Non-print Materials ………………………… 22,267 23,792 13,680Inter-library Loan …………………………... 38,356 25,874 66,653

A.6.2.4 Electronic Resources

End-User optical technology became operational in the KFUPM library in July 1991. The library acquired five bibliographic databases and made them available to the public through two standalone CD-ROM stations. In early 1993, the migration from standalone to network took place. A CD-ROM local area network (LAN) of eight bibliographic databases was established to give more reliable and convenient multiple-access to CD-ROM databases. These could then be searched simultaneously from the 12 CD-ROM terminals connected to the LAN.

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Since 1994, the KFUPM library has been accessible to users through the University's fiber optics backbone. Faculty and students, as a result, have remote access to almost all the databases.

Currently, the Library is subscribing to 39 databases. In total, these databases provide access to 32,000 journals, including 11,000 full text journals. Additional access to 716 electronic journals against print copy subscriptions are available through the library Web site. The number of these journals are continuously growing. The library is also subscribing e-books databases, EBRARY, SAFARI TECHNICAL BOOKS, and XreferPlus: These databases provide access to about 66,000 documents in all subject areas, in addition to a good number of reference books. A few specialized electronic handbooks needed by the academic departments are also accessible through the web site of electronic databases. These are HEAT EXCHANGER DESIGN HANDBOOK, HANDBOOK OF RESEARCH ON ELECTRONIC SURVEYS AND MEASUREMENTS, HANDBOOK OF RESEARCH ON ePORTFOLIOS, and HANDBOOK OF RESEARCH ON MOBILE MULTIMEDIA.

The databases, electronic journals, and other library resources are accessible through the library web page at URL: http://www.kfupm.edu.sa/library/eresource/default.asp

A.6.2.5 Multimedia Encyclopedias

The library is also acquiring on subscription and providing access to the following encyclopedias and hand books:

Encarta Concise EncyclopediaEncyclopedia BritannicaEncyclopedia of E-Commerce, E-Government, and Mobile CommerceEncyclopedia of Information Science & TechnologyEncyclopedia of Knowledge Management Encyclopedic Dictionary of Applied GeophysicsGlobal Arabic EncyclopediaSaudi Laws Encyclopedia

A.6.2.6 Library Web Site

In order to provide access to Internet and Intranet information resources and services to the academic community, the KFUPM Library introduced in 1997 an integrated Library Web site. It is accessible from the University Enterprise Network (Intranet) at http://www.kfupm.edu.sa/library/. Through this interface, users can access a variety of electronic resources, such as electronic journals, electronic databases, and multimedia encyclopedias. In addition, online services such as access to the KFUPM Online Catalog, WebPAC, and Web-based Online Request Forms for acquisition of books and ILL are also available.

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A.6.2.7 Audiovisual Support

The audiovisual collection is comprised of microformats, films, videotapes, and Slides. A significant portion of the collection relates to the engineering sciences. Additionally, audiovisual services have an auditorium facility that is scheduled by departments for lectures, multimedia presentations, and short courses. Various engineering departments use this facility regularly.

a. Services

The following services are provided to the faculty and students:

1) Online Searching

The KFUPM Library first gained remote access to the world’s scientific and technical information through the use of DIALOG and ORBIT (online U.S. search services) in 1979. The international telex network, then, was the method of access. In 1981 this service was enhanced by a shift to International Database Access Service, a cable and wireless company in Bahrain. The Library’s acquisition in November 1984 of a PC with a high-speed (1200 bps) modem and with the capacity for storing and processing large amounts of information made a significant improvement. Currently, the Library has online access thru the Internet more than 600 international databases covering science and engineering, and social sciences and humanities.

2. Interlibrary Loan

Since 1984, the personal computer is used to organize the growing demand for interlibrary loans (ILLS), to transmit ILL requests abroad, to automate day-to-day activities related to the processing and monitoring of ILLs, and to reduce the work related to manual ILL record keeping. All interlibrary loan functions currently are automated. In order to cut down the turn around time, the library has arranged delivery of ILL requests in electronic format (pdf files) from the British Library, CBT, and other lending institutions. As a first step use of BLDS Ariel services has already been started.

To facilitate the smooth and continuing supply of ILLs, the KFUPM Library has opened deposit accounts with various lending institutions worldwide:

(a) British Library Document Supply Center, UK(b) Centrale Bibliotheek Technishche Hogeschool, The Netherlands(c) Engineering Societies Library, USA(d) Universitats bibliothek und TIB, Germany (e) Indian National Scientific Documentation Center, India(f) GCC University Libraries

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3. Circulation, Reference, and Information Services

Circulation services provide assistance in check-in, check-out, renewals, searching of material not available on the shelf, holds and recalls, book reserves, and photocopy services.

Reference and information services consist of several inter-related activities which include reference and readers' advisory services, interlibrary loan, online searching, assistance in searching of the Internet and Intranet databases, reference collection development, and library orientation and instruction. They explain how to use the library, identify location of various library facilities, provides assistance in using library resources including the computer catalog, and assist in obtaining information from the collection within the library and outside the KFUPM library.

The library has a good collection of reference sources, which consist of encyclopedias, dictionaries, manuals guides, directories, yearbooks, almanacs, etc. and full-text databases of journals, e-books databases, Internet resources, and databases of indexes and abstracts.

4. Library Orientation Programs and Publications

To familiarize new students and faculty members with the library services and promotion of library use, the Reference & Information Department of the library gives orientation programs, bibliographic instructions, and organizes library tours and Library Awareness Days and seminars. Library instructions on searching of OPAC and Internet databases are also given to students and research assistants. One to one and point of use instruction is also available for all types of users through out the year.

In addition, the library conducts promotional activities and produces publications on its services and systems. The publications include: Library Newsletter, Library Handbook, Bibliographic Guides, a Comprehensive Guide to the Online Catalog, etc.

5. Selection and Acquisition of Materials

The library coordinates selection of appropriate engineering books, periodicals, and other related materials on the basis of anticipated user needs and expressed faculty requests. Subject profiles have been set up with reputable vendors and publishers for receiving updated information on new publications. These resources are scanned by the qualified librarians, and selected titles are sent to the academic departments for their input. Electronic resources like Global Books in Print, Ulrich, Dawson, and Amazon (online database) are also used for selection. Orders are placed online/e-mail to the vendors/publishers.

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b. Physical Facilities, Staff, and Organization

1. Equipment

Microcomputers ………………Microfilm Reader Printers ……Photocopiers ………………….Others: Televisions ……………….. Video Players …………….. Film Projector …………….. Slide Projector …………….

6174

2512

2. Library Use

Number of Visitors …………...Items Circulated ………………Number of ILL Requests: Processed ………………….. Supplied ………………..….Searches from the Databases: Databases of e-Journals …… Databases of e-Books ……...Library Instructions: Faculty …………………….. Students ……………………

373,25665,502

745553

549,29316,959

1222,835

(Eleven databases only)(Three databases)

3. Location and Facilities

Seating capacity and study carrels in the main library are as follows:

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Plateau Level:General recreational reading ……

55 persons

Study carrels/tables …………….. 26 personsChairs …………………………... 87 persons

3rd Level:Study carrels/tables …………….. 36 personsChairs …………………………... 97 persons

4th Level:Study carrels/tables …………….. 26 personsChairs …………………………... 52 persons

4. Library Hours when Facilities are Available during a Typical Semester

All library facilities are available to faculty and students including reference services, circulation of materials, and access to materials on the stacks during the following hours:

Saturday to Tuesday ………. 7:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.Wednesday ………………… 7:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.Thursday …………………… 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.Friday ……………………… 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Extended hours during examinations:

Saturday to Wednesday …… 7:30 a.m. to 12:00 midnightThursday …………………… 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 midnightFriday ……………………… 2:00 p.m. to 12:00 midnight

5. Library Staff and Organizational Structure

The Deanship of Library Affairs is organized with (1) Director General of the KFUPM Libraries (2) Acquisitions Department (3) the Cataloging Operations Department, (3) Reference & Information Services Department, and (4) Circulation Department. Each Department is managed by the managers, except the COD which is managed by the senior manager. These officials report to the Dean of Library Affairs. The library has 31 professional staff and 29 para professional staff with recognized library service training. The staff extends help to the faculty and students to meet their academic and research needs.

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6. Arrangement of Collections

Library of Congress Classification scheme is followed for arrangement of collection on the shelves. Online Public Access catalog is available for searching the collection of the library. The functions of the library are fully automated and an integrated Horizon online system is used for all library functions. Old books and periodicals are available on 3rd floors, while current periodicals, newspapers, new books, and reference materials are located on the plateau level. Microfilms are located in the microfilms cabinets in the basement, which are arranged numerically.

The plateau level also has separate collections of textbooks, government publications, and faculty publications. Faculty and students labs for searching electronic databases are also located at plateau level.

A.6.3 Deanship of Academic Development (DAD)

The faculty, curricula, and facilities are the key components of the academic system of any University. The effectiveness of each of these components directly influences the effectiveness of student learning. King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM) realized from the very beginning the vital importance of continuous improvement and development of its faculty, academic programs and instructional technology which forms the cornerstone in the quality of its graduates. Although the University has a rigorous academic system based on the regulations of the Ministry of Higher Education, on international standards and through various academic committees at all University levels, it has always been dynamic in exploring ways and means that lead to excellence in all academic activities. The Deanship of Academic Development (DAD) has therefore been established to help the university community, particularly the faculty members, to increase their effectiveness in teaching and learning, to insure the highest quality in academic programs, and to utilize the latest technologies in teaching.

DAD was originally established as the Academic Development Center (ADC) in the year 2000, which was later promoted to a Deanship in the year 2003. The DAD creates a focal point for the emphasis on academic matters such as teaching excellence, program development, quality assurance, and e-learning at KFUPM. It deals directly with issues related to the development of academic excellence for all faculty members through a variety of means such as workshops, discussion forums, seminars, publications, and faculty peer consultation.

A.6.3.1 Objectives

The DAD mission will be accomplished by assisting the academic departments in their pursuit of the following objectives:

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1. Excellence in teaching: Enhance the teaching effectiveness of faculty and teaching assistants that provide instruction consistent with the best systems of quality teaching and learning.

2. Excellence in research: Continuous improvement of faculty development to enable faculty members to reach their highest potential in research and to progress in academic rank in a timely fashion.

3. Effective processes and methods: Enhance the effectiveness of processes and methods that are critical to teaching and research.

4. Quality assurance: Assist the departments toward the quality assurance of their academic programs and academic advising.

A.6.3.2 Activities and Services

In order to achieve its objectives, the DAD has identified specific fields of interest, which are reviewed periodically according to the University’s evolving plans and polices. The main areas currently under the DAD focus include:

Faculty development to enhance teaching, learning and research productivity; Quality assurance of academic programs; Assessment of student learning; Self-assessment of Academic Programs; Development of administrative skills; Instructional technologies; Development and delivery of quality online courses;

The DAD offers most of its services to the University community through its four Centers. It provides a range of academic development workshops, discussion forums and seminars in which international, national and local experts participate. The Deanship, through its Centers, sponsors activities related to teaching, research, faculty evaluation, student learning and curriculum, often with a specific audience in mind such as new faculty, heads of departments, and college deans. The Deanship also conducts training programs on web-based education and develops its own expertise in this direction. In addition, personal consultation is available to any faculty member to enhance his teaching.

DAD also provides financial support/incentives through various grants to enable faculty to meet their objectives. The faculty members involved are expected to conduct studies in the various academic development areas such as faculty development enhancement of the learning environment technology-enhanced learning, etc. The Deanship is keen to collaborate with members of the University community on issues that lead to academic development at KFUPM. DAD also manages a resource center, offering a range of books, newsletters, journals and multimedia references such as videotapes, CD's, slides and other materials relating to its main areas of interest, especially teaching and learning and

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quality-assurance related issues. In addition, the Deanship publishes the proceedings of its workshops and discussion forums, as well as pamphlets on research and practices relating to teaching, learning, assessment and evaluation. These resources can be accessed by contacting the Deanship office.

A.6.3.3 Organization of the Deanship of Academic Development

The Deanship of Academic Development (DAD) has four centers under its patronage namely:

1. Teaching & Learning Center2. Program Assessment Center3. E-learning Center4. Testing & Evaluation Center

Each center carries out various activities in its specific domain and is headed by a Director who reports to the Dean. The Dean reports directly to the Rector of the University. A standing Committee on Academic Development, comprising of members from various academic departments of the University, also supports the Deanship in carrying out its activities.

A.6.3.4 Teaching & Learning Center

Introduction:

King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals (KFUPM) believes that every individual at KFUPM has a right to experience personal growth and development through enriched academic opportunities. The purpose for establishing the Teaching & Learning Centre (TLC) in the year 2003, as one of the centers of the Deanship of Academic Development, is to provide such experience by promoting excellence in teaching at all ranks and excellence in student learning inside and outside the classroom. The TLC activities include workshops, mini-courses, seminars, consulting services and resources for the faculty and graduate teaching assistants to enhance teaching and learning. The TLC also administers several special programs including academic development grants.

Objectives:

The primary objective is helping students to learn better. Other specific objectives include:

1. Fostering an environment of continuous academic development.2. Assisting faculty members to attain their highest potential in teaching.3. Providing instructional assistance to new faculty on campus.4. Encouraging the use of new instructional technologies.

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Activities, Services and Grants

To achieve its objectives TLC provides a variety of activities, services and grants. These include training, support, and professional development programs for faculty, academic professionals, and academic departments.

Activities

The activities offered by the TLC include the following:

● Workshops, Discussion Forums and Seminars.

● Microteaching: TLC organizes and facilitates microteaching workshops in which six to eight participants present brief lessons in their field, and then receive feedback from their peers.

● Department-Based Workshops: TLC encourages and support department-based workshops on topics related to teaching and learning.

Services

The services offered by TLC include:

● Class Videotaping and Consulting.

● Peer Consultation in Teaching: The main objective of Peer Consultation in Teaching (PCT) is to provide faculty members with formative feedback on their teaching.

● Teaching Consultation: Offers Discussions with senior consultants who have been working with a number of faculty members and observed a good number of classes.

● Resource Room: DAD administers a room which has a collection of publications on the subject of faculty development and the enhancement of teaching and learning.

Grants

TLC offers a number of academic development grants. Areas of the grants include:

● Enhancement of the learning environment.

● Technology-enhanced Learning.

● Faculty Development.

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A.6.3.5 Program Assessment Center

Introduction

Continuous assessment is the key for quality assurance at the University. The aim of assessment is to understand how educational programs are working and to determine whether they are contributing to student growth and development. Program assessment focuses on programs rather than on individual students. It provides information on whether the curriculum as a whole provides students with the knowledge, skills and values that graduates should possess in accordance with its mission and set objectives and learning outcomes.

The new trends in accreditation criteria have brought outcome assessment into focus. Accrediting agencies such the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET), the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (ACCSB), and the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB) require programs or colleges seeking accreditation to have self-assessment. Industry push and competitive job markets have also contributed to the need for continuous program quality improvement that focuses on student learning and preparation for professional practice after graduation.

The Program Assessment Center (PAC) at KFUPM aims to achieve its mission towards developing quality education that meets local industry needs and reputable international standards. PAC provides the necessary services and support for the various academic programs and research units at the University. It also facilitates and coordinates their efforts to meet their objectives and institutional goals.

Objectives

1. Promote the culture of assessment university-wide.

2. Improve and maintain the highest academic standards at KFUPM.

3. Enhance students’ learning outcomes.

4. Provide support for academic programs and research units to meet their objectives and institutional goals.

5. Provide feedback for quality assurance of academic programs and research units.

6. Prepare the academic programs for national/international accreditation.

The Program Assessment Center offers support, consultation and training for KFUPM faculty on assessment and accreditation issues. It keeps KFUPM faculty, academic and research departments updated on assessment and accreditation related issues through the invitation of reputable international speakers to conduct workshops and deliver seminars on the subject. The Center also keeps links with national and international assessment

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and accreditation organizations and invites international professionals to participate in the self-assessment teams of the various programs of the University.

A.6.3.6 e-Learning Center

Introduction

With the new emerging Informational and Instructional Technologies and their influence on teaching and learning, it becomes a must to equip faculty members with the necessary skills to cope with these developments and utilize their benefits in teaching and learning. The e-Learning Center assists the University community in exploiting the potential of technology to enhance teaching and learning. One of the primary goals of the e-Learning Center is to promote quality self-paced, learner-centered education through the development and delivery of quality web-based courses that can be delivered completely online. Moreover, the e-Learning Center provides assistance to KFUPM faculty to enhance teaching and learning effectiveness through the development of interactive web-based material to supplement traditional courses as well as organizing training workshops related to the development and delivery of online material.

Mission

The mission of the e-Learning Center is to provide opportunities to the University community in exploiting the potential of technology to enhance self-paced, learner-centered education.

Objectives

The Center has undertaken the following objectives as the means to accomplish its mission:

1. Raise KFUPM community awareness of the potential of e-learning in enhancing teaching and learning.

2. Promote the development and delivery of quality online courses.

3. Provide training and support consistent with the best available information on quality online teaching.

4. Ensure educational quality and efficiency in e-learning activities.

5. Promote and conduct pedagogic research and development related to e-learning activities at KFUPM.

6. Establish quality distance education program at KFUPM.

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Services and Activities

The e-Learning Center provides a number of services to the University community in order to achieve its objectives. Services and activities currently being offered by the Center include:

● Software and Resources

The e-Learning Center provides all necessary software, like Course Management Systems (CMS), Authoring tools, Assessment tools, etc., to ensure successful delivery of e-learning activities. Course Management Systems (CMS) help faculty members to carry out course related activities through the web. This includes course content delivery, communication and collaboration, and assessment. Currently the e-Learning Center is providing WebCT for the KFUPM community. In addition, the Center provides a range of books, journals, videotapes and other materials related to e-learning, available in the DAD Resource Center.

● Training Workshops

Hands-on training programs are frequently conducted for KFUPM faculty to enable them to develop effective web-based instruction. These training programs cover a wide range of topics. One example is the introduction of Various concepts and tools that help in designing pedagogically sound online instructional courses. Another example is the development of web-based content using various web-based content development tools like Macromedia Flash, Macromedia Authorware, Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator. In addition, the Center provides training on WebCT and its tools to enable faculty members to publish their courses online. The e-Learning Center offered more than 64 intensive workshops over the past four years in different subjects related to e-learning, with more than 1100 faculty registrations in these workshops.

● Online Courses

KFUPM online courses may be divided into two categories: comprehensive online courses and partial Online Courses. Both of these categories have various levels of utilization of communications tools and assessment and feedback methods. Course activities in both categories are managed by WebCT. However, comprehensive online courses contain all course material, whereas the partial online courses contain only part of the course material.

The E-Learning Center awards grants, through DAD, to KFUPM faculty for the development of some KFUPM courses into comprehensive online courses according to certain standards that have been developed by the Center to assure quality. Among these standards, the courses should be comprehensive and cover all courses content adequately. The courses should engage the learner actively and

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contain sufficient motivating elements. The University has supported around 52 online course projects.

Both comprehensive and partial online courses are hosted on WebCT. Web-courses on WebCT are being utilized by almost all academic departments at KFUPM. Currently, almost 65% of all section enrollments at KFUPM are supported by web-courses on WebCT. Almost all of KFUPM students, 99%, had access to WebCT in the first semester of the academic year 2006/2007 and around 57 % of the faculty members are using WebCT in teaching.

● e-Learning Quality Standards

To ensure quality in all e-learning activities at KFUPM, the Center has started the development of guidelines and quality standards for e-learning processes like copyrights, content development, course delivery, assessment and evaluation, online teaching, infrastructure, etc.

A.6.3.7 Testing and Evaluation Center

Mission

The Testing and Evaluation Center (TEC) as part of the Deanship of Academic Development (DAD) is dedicated to the advancement of testing and evaluation practices in teaching.

Objectives

With the revised terms of reference, the general activities of the Testing and Evaluation Center will include:

Cooperating with individual departments in KFUPM in analyzing their exams and giving them feedback on the quality of their exams.

Organizing workshops and seminars to raise the awareness of high-quality test practices by improving the methodology for item writing and emphasizing issues related to reliability and validity.

Examining and validating university admissions criteria, and suggesting the necessary improvements in order to better predict student academic performance.

Offering consultation services for independent projects funded by KFUPM, especially those dealing with educational research and instrument development such as questionnaires, surveys, tests, etc.

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Following-up student performance on prep year courses, specific university subjects, and overall performance. Also studying the performance of re-admitted students in cooperation with the Academic Improvement Program.

Administering ‘Career Oasis’, a program designed to help guide Prep Year students to a suitable career based on self-assessment on a set of work-related values, fields of interest and skills. In addition to that the Center will help assess and select future self-assessment instruments related to career guidance.

Specific Role of TEC on Test Development in KFUPM

In addition to the above-mentioned general functions of the Testing and Evaluation Center, the Center will have special roles of engagement with regard to the test development activities currently evolving in King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals (KFUPM). These special roles will be executed in two ways, i.e. as supervisor and as principal investigator.

(A) Supervisory Role

1.1. The role of the Testing and Evaluation Center would be a supervisory one, partly as this is first project of its type and partly as the project members include those who have expertise in testing and measurement.

1.2. This supervisory role will also be applicable to other testing activities currently underway in KFUPM such as the English proficiency test, known as PET, and the Exit (or Outcome) Exams.

The supervisory role of the Testing and Evaluation Center would include:

Supervising and advising the project committee in all areas of testing and measurement related to test development by reviewing and evaluating their activities in a monthly detailed report submitted by the committee undertaking the project. The report will be based on their weekly task schedule in terms of the adopted testing procedures and achieved goals.

Conducting item analysis and submitting a brief technical report summarizing the results after every tryout or experimental work. This will be followed by a joint meeting with the project members to discuss the results and take part in evaluating the items psychometrically to select the good/pass items.

(B) Principal Investigatory Role

With any future test development project funded by KFUPM, the role of the Testing and Evaluation Center would be as a Principal Investigator (PI).

As a principal investigator, the Testing and Evaluation Center would assume the role of:

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Planning, coordinating, and administering all areas related to testing and measurement. This includes among other things the formation of the test team.

Monitoring and advising on all the operational activities used at various stages of the test development.

Training and mentoring project members on the construction of high-quality tests.

Carrying out item analysis and item evaluation procedures.

Discussing the results and identifying the good/pass items.

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B. BACKGROUND INFORMATION RELATING TO THE ENGINEERING UNITS

B.1. Engineering Educational Units

The Engineering educational units at King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals (KFUPM) are spread over four colleges in addition to The Deanship of Graduate Studies, as follows:

(1) The College of Engineering Sciences consists of the following departments:

■ Aerospace Engineering ■ Chemical Engineering ■ Civil Engineering ■ Electrical Engineering ■ Mechanical Engineering ■ Petroleum Engineering

(2) The College of Applied Engineering consists of the following departments:

■ Applied Aerospace Engineering ■ Applied Chemical Engineering ■ Applied Civil Engineering ■ Applied Electrical Engineering ■ Applied Mechanical Engineering ■ Applied Petroleum Engineering

(3) The College of Computer Sciences and Engineering contains the following engineering departments:

■ Computer Engineering ■ Information and Computer Science ■ Systems Engineering

(4) The College of Environmental Design contains the following engineering departments:

■ Architectural Engineering ■ Construction Engineering & Management

(5) The Deanship of Graduate Studies

The following chart (Table II-2) is the organizational chart for the whole institution (KFUPM) and it shows the positions of the engineering units within KFUPM.

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The following four charts are the organizational charts for the colleges of Engineering Sciences, Applied Engineering, Computer Science & Engineering and Environmental Design, respectively.

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College of Engineering Sciences

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AerospaceEngineeringDepartment

ChemicalEngineeringDepartment

CivilEngineeringDepartment

ElectricalEngineeringDepartment

MechanicalEngineeringDepartment

PetroleumEngineeringDepartment

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EngineeringDepartment

AppliedChemical

EngineeringDepartment

AppliedCivil

EngineeringDepartment

AppliedElectrical

EngineeringDepartment

AppliedMechanicalEngineeringDepartment

AppliedPetroleum

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College of Computer Science & Engineering

Dean

ChairChair Chair

Computer EngineeringDepartment

Information & ComputerScience Department

Systems EngineeringDepartment

College of Environmental Design

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ArchitecturalEngineeringDepartment

ArchitectureDepartment

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Construction Engineering& Management

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Mission of College of Engineering Sciences

The mission of the College of Engineering Sciences is to graduate well educated engineers capable of leading and managing change through integration, application and transfer of engineering knowledge.

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Mission of College of Applied Engineering

The mission of the College of Applied Engineering at KFUPM is to graduate well educated engineers who will contribute to the advancement of technical knowledge, provide innovative solutions to engineering problems and service to the nation at large.

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Mission of the College of Computer Sciences and Engineering

The mission of the College of Computer Sciences and Engineering is:

► To prepare competent professionals in the areas specified in the college line of business who are competitive worldwide and will be the leaders in Saudi industry, academia and government.

► To conduct innovative basic and applied research that advances the frontiers of knowledge and address local problems.

► To provide high quality service to society in the areas of applied projects, consultation and training.

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Mission of the College of Environmental Design . The mission of the College of Environmental Design is:

► To be a prominent provider of environmental design education through high quality teaching reinforced by offering multiple student-centered learning opportunities, who will play significant roles in the development of the Saudi Built Environment.

► To be a major contributor to Saudi industry and community through high quality basic and applied research, professional services, and dissemination of knowledge responsive to the continuously evolving cultural aspirations of Saudi communities and the emerging planning, design, and construction needs of the industry.

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B.2. Programs Offered and Degrees Granted

The University offers both undergraduate and graduate courses in all engineering fields. It awards degrees of Bachelor of Science (B. S.), Master of Science (M. S.), and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph. D.) to successful students in their respective fields. Details of engineering programs offered, degrees awarded, and transcript designations are shown in Section C, Tables II-3(a) and II-3(b).

B.3. Information Regarding Administrators

a) Dr. Samir A. Al-BaiyatDean, College of Engineering SciencesAnd Acting Dean, College of Applied Engineering

Following are the administrators for various departments under the college:

■ Dr. Ahmed Z. Al-GarniChairman, Aerospace Engineering/Applied Aerospace Engineering

■ Dr. Adnan Al-AmerChairman, Chemical Engineering/Applied Chemical Engineering

■ Dr. Hussain Al-JubranChairman, Civil Engineering/Applied Civil Engineering

■ Dr. Jamil Ba-KhushwainChairman, Electrical Engineering/Applied Electrical Engineering

■ Dr. Amro M. Al-QutubChairman, Mechanical Engineering/Applied Mechanical Engineering

■ Dr. Sidqi A. Abu-KhamsinChairman, Petroleum Engineering/Applied Petroleum Engineering

b) Dr. Omar Al-TurkiDean, College of Computer Science and Engineering

Following are the administrators for various engineering departments under the college:

■ Dr. Adnan A. GutubChairman, Computer Engineering

■ Dr. Kan’aan A. FaisalChairman, Information & Computer Engineering

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■ Dr. Fouad Al-SunniChairman, Systems Engineering

c) Dr. Soliman A. AlmohawisDean, College of Environmental Design

Following are the administrators for various engineering departments under the college:

■ Dr. Baqer Al-RamadanChairman, Architectural Engineering

■ Dr. Abdulaziz A. BubshaitChairman, Construction Engineering and Management

d) Dr. Mohammad A. Al-OhaliDean, Graduate Studies

Curricula Vitae for the Deans of Colleges and Chairmen of Departments are given in Section E of this Appendix. It should be noted that the Director of the Co-op Office is not a faculty member and hence, his curriculum vita is not included. However, the CV of the Assistant Dean of Students Affairs, who is in charge of Coop training, has been included.

B.4. Supporting Academic Departments

The following academic departments offer courses required by the engineering departments. Details about these departments are shown in Section C, Table II-4.

B.4.1 Chemistry DepartmentB.4.2 Finance & Economics DepartmentB.4.3 Islamic & Arabic Studies DepartmentB.4.4 Mathematical Sciences DepartmentB.4.5 Physical Education DepartmentB.4.6 Physics DepartmentB.4.7 University English Program

Syllabi of common courses offered by these departments are given in section D of this Appendix.

B.5. Engineering Finances

B.5.1. Fiscal Year

The fiscal year runs from January 1st through December 31st. The summer program is included as part of the fiscal year.

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B.5.2. Expenditures for Support Functions

Tables II-5 give the support expenditure for the engineering educational unit as a whole and for each engineering department separately. It is important to note that the tables present direct expenses. Indirect expenses such as monthly payroll, supplies by the Housing & Office Services Department/ITC/Storehouse, utility bills, air conditioning, maintenance, building depreciation, etc are not included. Also, due to the budgeting system used at KFUPM, these tables do not fully reflect actual other expenditure. For example, a significant portion of equipment purchases and travel grants are supported by the Deanship of Scientific Research and the Deanship of Graduate Studies, which are not part of the engineering educational unit. In addition, categories including graduate teaching assistants and part-time assistants are not considered as part of the support expenditure, and hence, not reflected in Tables II-5.

B.5.3. Categories of Expenditures for Operations

The categories of expenses for “operations” in Tables II-5 include:

● Office supplies, office furniture and educational aids (Saudi Budget # 2222) ● Laboratory consumables (Saudi Budget # 2230, 2260, 2270) ● Research Supplies (Saudi Budget # 2380/0381-0387) ● Fuels and equipment-maintenance costs (Saudi Budget # 2250) ● Books and References (Saudi Budget # 2221)

The categories of expenses for “Travel” in Tables II-5 include items # 2020, 2030, and the like, in the Saudi Budget. The categories of expenses for “Equipment” in Tables II-5 include items # 2040, 2240, 2380/0380, and the like, in the Saudi Budget.

The categories of expenses for “Funds” in Tables II-5 include:

● SABIC Grants ● RI Grants ● Other Grants

These are in items # 7000, 8900, and the like, in the Saudi Budget.

The categories of expenses for “Grants & Gifts” in Tables II-5 include: Funds to Chair Professorships. These are in items # 6100, 6500, 6600, 6650, 6680, 66xx, and the like, in the Saudi Budget.

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B.6 Engineering Personnel and Policies

B.6.1. Personnel

Table II-6 summarizes the number of personnel, both full-time and part-time, for the entire engineering unit and for each program being evaluated.

B.6.2. Faculty Salaries, Benefits, Privileges, and Awards

Faculty salary data is presented in Table II-7. The following sections introduce various types of incentives that are offered to faculty members of the University.

a) Earned Benefits and Compensations

Earned benefits and compensations are the direct payback that a faculty member gains against executing and completing different official assignments of the University.Monthly base salaries and annual merit increments for Saudi faculty members are governed by the Government Pay Scales. Monthly base salaries of expatriate faculty members are defined on the basis of the established University pay scales in accordance with their academic qualifications and professional experience. The merit increments for expatriate faculty members are considered at their contract renewals. The percentage of increment applicable to the evaluation grade of their overall performance, as defined by the Faculty Affairs Committee, is calculated on their salaries drawn prior to the renewal of their contracts.

A faculty member is entitled to receive a fixed monthly transportation allowance against local transportation expenses. This benefit is considered on the basis of his academic rank.

A faculty member is entitled to receive this type of compensation if requested to execute a summer assignment. Summer duties include summer session teaching and other related assignment. A faculty member who participates in a summer assignment, for which he is compensated, loses his right to be eligible for summer vacation. In general, the summer compensation does not exceed the amount of the individual’s two-month salary.

The University encourages its faculty members to participate in offering a variety of short courses. The University compensates the faculty member for short course coordination, marketing, and teaching. The compensation amount is calculated on the basis of the faculty member’s academic rank (i.e. professorial or non-professorial) and number of hours spent in coordination and/or teaching.

Faculty members are eligible to receive the following financial benefits against their activities in different official assignments:

■ Compensation for participating in a University standing committee. A fixed amount of money, which usually does not exceed SR 6,000 per year, is provided

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to a faculty member who contributes actively in the committee meetings and tasks.

■ Official appointment compensation, such as chairmanship or deanship compensations.

■ Per-diem (expenses) and round trip air tickets for national or international business trips. Tickets are normally issued by Saudi Arabian Airlines. However, the extent of this type of benefit may be waived under special situations.

The retirement benefits for Saudi faculty members are governed by the detailed rules of the Ministry of Civil Service. An expatriate faculty member receives end of service benefit (termination benefit) equivalent to a half month of basic salary for each full year of service upon completion of two full years of service with the University. However, upon completion of five years of service consecutively, the faculty member is entitled to a termination or end of service benefit equivalent to one month of his basic salary for each year of service based on his basic salary at the time he leaves the University. The accumulated amount of termination benefit, not exceeding SR 100,000, is payable at final termination of the contract.

b) Indirect Benefits

Indirect benefits are the additional reimbursements and services that a faculty member receives to enjoy his career. Different terms and conditions control the eligibility to receive various types of benefits. Details about these terms are presented in the following subsections.

At the start of contract, the University provides one-way air tickets to the expatriate faculty member and his eligible dependents (wife and two children) from their official point of origin to Dammam by the most direct routing through Saudi Arabian Airlines. The maximum number of tickets must not exceed four, if needed, and each child’s age should not exceed 18 years. In addition, the University provides similar round-trip air tickets to the expatriate faculty member and his eligible dependents from Dammam to his contract point of origin and back every year at the due time of his annual vacation. One-way tickets are also supplied to the expatriate faculty member and his family for final repatriation upon final completion of his contract or termination of employment.

All expatriate faculty members are entitled to University on-campus housing with essential furnishings and essential utilities, supplied without cost. Moreover, Saudi faculty members are eligible to rent on-campus housing at a nominal monthly charge. Every faculty member is assigned a housing unit that satisfies his family’s basic needs. The University Housing Committee, on the basis of a point-system protocol, judges these needs. Academic rank, seniority, official appointments and family size are factors that control the earned total number of points.

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In addition to its proximity to the administration building, academic departments and RI, the University campus is equipped with several essential residential facilities. Three mosques are available for prayers and guidance activities. University schools, University Kindergarten, local bus system, a supermarket, restaurants, ATM machines, and a nearby bank are examples of various available amenities. A community center, playgrounds, walking tracks, sports fields, athletic facilities, swimming pools, social and gathering hall are also attractive recreational facilities available to faculty members and their families.

The University Medical Center provides free basic health and dental care to all faculty members and their families. Laboratory, x-ray, vaccination, pharmacy, emergency and treatment room services are also available. Prescribed medications are provided at half cost. In case of serious medical situation or accident, the University Medical Center usually issues referral letters to faculty members or any of their authorized dependents to be examined and treated in a neighborhood specialized Government hospital. Optional medical insurance plans are available at cost. Details about the plans are available in the Faculty & Personnel Services Department.

The University provides expatriate faculty members with tuition fees for up to a maximum of four authorized dependent children of school age (defined as six through eighteen years) attending schools inside the Kingdom. The tuition fees are paid directly to the schools concerned upon receiving their invoices. The total amount of tuition fees for the authorized dependent children of eligible faculty must not exceed a maximum of SR 25,000 per year.

c) Privileges

Privileges are the special advantages that a faculty member enjoys if he shows interest in pursuing prestigious research, attracting funded projects, or joining, temporarily, a government agency or private company.

The University encourages its faculty members to participate in “high-quality” conferences and professional meetings sponsored by leading professional societies and held both within the Kingdom and abroad. Attending such conferences or meetings permits a free exchange of new ideas, concepts and developments, and enables the faculty member to develop and execute his own research, and the University to be recognized as a center of academic excellence.

As part of its mission to develop the faculty body and improve the academic-industry relationship, the University has established excellent relationships with different national and international companies and institutions. As a result, some of these organizations offer a number of research grants that enhance the cooperation between the University and industrial and research bodies.

Saudi faculty and Saudi RI research engineers/scientists are eligible to apply for a one-year sabbatical leave after serving the University for a minimum period of 5 years. A one semester sabbatical leave may also be granted for those who have served the University

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for a minimum period of 3 years. The leave benefits might include full monthly basic salary, regular transportation allowance, return air tickets for the faculty member and his eligible dependents, book allowance, research support, and a limited medical allowance.

The University expects and encourages its faculty to actively engage in research and related scholarly work besides their normal teaching and service activities. In particular, the University strongly encourages and supports the authoring, editing, and translation of books, an activity that also serves the scientific and academic community. The University financial support includes, but is not limited to, summer compensation for the proponent(s) and/or a reduced teaching load equivalent to a three-credit course for a period recommended by the URC during the regular semesters, necessary equipment, and out-of-pocket expenses such as travel, wages paid for typing and editing work, and miscellaneous.

Professorial rank faculty members are allowed to provide consultations to government, private, and military sectors as well as national, regional and international organizations on an annual contract basis. The University, faculty member, and the concerned agency or company should agree upon terms and conditions of the contract.

d) Awards

The University Distinguished Awards are a means to of acknowledging faculty members’ efforts to achieve high standards in teaching, research, and community services. The University grants several annual awards to faculty members who have achieved excellence in academia on a university-wide basis. The awards are the Distinguished Teacher and Advisor Award, Distinguished Researcher Award, and Distinguished Short Course Award.

e) Non-Academic Leave

A faculty member is eligible for emergency leave, upon his request, after seeking official approvals. Normally, the leave period does not exceed 10 days per year. Upon request, unpaid leave for a maximum period of one year for a faculty member might be granted. Saudi faculty are eligible for this leave according to the regulations of the Ministry of Civil Service that classify the sickness’ nature and extent of leave.

B.6.3. Faculty Workload

To maintain high quality of instruction, research and service, a faculty member is expected to spend up to 40 hours per week in executing University duties. However, he has the freedom to distribute these hours for the purpose of teaching, research development and creative work, office attendance, and committee services. In addition, a professorial rank faculty member is expected to accept maximum instructional load during the regular semesters. The distribution of loads are (i) Ten class sessions per week per semester for a Professor, (ii) Twelve class sessions per week per semester for an

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Associate Professor, and (iii) Fourteen class sessions per week per semester for an Assistant Professor.

In some cases, the work load may be reduced, such as when a faculty member has other administrative responsibilities, special assignments, approved research, lab development, development of new course materials, and supervision of theses, senior projects, summer training and co-op students. A non-professorial rank faculty member is expected to accept maximum teaching load of about eighteen class sessions per week during the regular semesters. This work load assignment may be reduced where he has other special assignments or learning duties.

B.6.4. Faculty Appointment

The University has a comprehensive review procedure to maintain and build up its excellent faculty. This assessment mechanism is designed to ensure that an individual is judged by the fair procedures of the “Unified Policy for Saudi Universities” on the basis of his professional and academic qualifications. In the professorship series, Saudi faculty appointment is generally at the rank of Assistant Professor, but may also be made at the rank of Associate Professor or the rank of Professor. To ensure excellence, the applicant’s file is be evaluated by the Academic Department Council, College Council, and Scientific Council. The final decision to recruit the applicant is made by the University Board and the Rector’s approval is granted on the basis of the Councils’ recommendations and comments. For non-professorial ranks, appointment is controlled by the recommendation of a standing committee headed by the Vice Rector for Graduate Studies and Scientific Research. To ensure excellence, the applicant’s file is evaluated by the Academic Department Council, College Council, and the standing committee. The final decision to recruit the applicant is made by the University Board and the Rector’s approval is granted on the basis of the councils’ recommendations and comments. High academic record is an essential requirement in hiring non-professorial academicians.

B.7 Engineering Enrollment and Degree Data

Table II.8 contains data pertaining to enrollment and degrees conferred for the current and preceding five academic years. The data are for the engineering unit as a whole, and the engineering departments as well.

As will be mentioned under “Promotion to Freshman Engineering” in item B.9.1.1, students who want to join engineering majors (currently, with the exception of ARE) have to score a minimum grade of “C” in Prep-Year English and Math courses.

B.8 Definition of Credit Unit

One credit hour normally represents one class hour or, three laboratory hours per week.

One academic year represents two semesters, each of 15 weeks of classes excluding final examinations, and an optional summer.

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B.9 Admission and Graduate Requirements, Basic Programs

It is worth mentioning that KFUPM had the lead of initiating entrance exam tests for high school graduates in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This led to the establishment of the National Assessment Center for Higher Education in the kingdom. This center has adopted the entrance exams that were previously developed and used by KFUPM. KFUPM faculty are still actively participating in this center. The following sections clarify the current admission requirements and procedures at KFUPM.

a) Admission of Students

General Criteria and Procedures: An applicant for admission to an undergraduate program at King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals (KFUPM) must satisfy the following minimum requirements:

1. He should have Saudi secondary school certificate, or its equivalent, majored in natural or technological sciences.

2. He is required to take entrance exam which consists of

(a) An aptitude test, and(b) A subject test.

The above exam is administered by the National Assessment Center for Higher Education in a large number of centers across the Kingdom.

The aptitude test (a) has two components: Mathematics and Linguistics. The test is aimed at determining the general capabilities of students in the two areas mentioned above.

The subject test (b) is an objective type multiple-choice test given in five subjects, i.e., Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English. The objective of this examination is to evaluate the student's knowledge and ability in English and Science.

1. The university assigns certain weight to the three components, i.e., high school grade, and the aptitude test and subject test scores. A cut-off point is decided for the weighted average of the applicant’s grades in the three components and the eligible students are pronounced successful for admission.

2. The number of students accepted is limited to the number of seats available as decided by the University Council based on the capacity of resources at the University.

3. The applicant must submit the required documents with the University within a specified period.

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4. An applicant who has graduated from a secondary school system outside the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia must have completed twelve years of combined primary and secondary school studies from a recognized school. He is also required to provide an equivalency certificate from the Saudi Ministry of Education.

Admission to KFUPM is highly competitive. As explained above, applicants are granted admission in accordance with an overall evaluation on the basis of their academic record plus the entrance examinations, but only to the extent permitted by the maximum number of new admissions established for each academic year. Five categories of admission are recognized, each is associated with the academic level to which the students are admitted.

1. Admission to the Preparatory Year Program: All newly admitted students spend their first academic year in the Preparatory Year Program. The major objectives of this program are: (a) to improve the students' English proficiency and thus enable them to begin the first year of undergraduate studies in English as the principal language of instruction; (b) to review and reinforce the students' knowledge of mathematical and analytical techniques with English as the language of instruction; (c) to introduce the students to new subject areas and techniques such as physical science and computer science to improve their manual dexterity and develop their practical skills; (d) to develop university study skills needed by the students; (e) to expose the students to the various academic specialties available in the University leading to professional careers in engineering, science, computing, architecture, and management; (f) to improve the students' physical well-being through Physical Education courses, and (g) to familiarize the students with the rigors of the demanding academic work of a technical university, including all requisite study skills.

Students are placed at the appropriate levels of the program as they advance through the first year's courses and they are required to pass each level of courses in the curriculum.

2. Partial Promotion to Freshman Level: Students whose performance in the entrance examination is outstanding are given a chance to take the University promotion examination in English and Mathematics. Those who pass the test(s) in one or both the subjects are partially promoted to freshman level and are allowed to take college level courses along with the remaining Prep-Year courses.

3. Promotion to Freshman Level: Students have to score a minimum grade of "C" in all Prep-Year English and Math courses, and a minimum of "D" in all remaining courses to be eligible for promotion to freshman level.

4. No special policy for admission into engineering courses. However, once a student is admitted to the freshman year, he can choose any of the fields of study he wishes, including those in engineering which are open to him.

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5. A student seeking transfer to an engineering department from a non-engineering department at KFUPM, must have the approval of both departments. All courses required by the department to which the student is transferring and which the student has successfully passed are transferable.

6. Admission to Degree Programs with Advanced Standing: As described in Admission to Advanced Placement below.

Admission to Advanced Placement: A student who has an academic record of post secondary school studies at other institution is reviewed by the Admissions & Academic Standing Committee. If the student has earned grades of 'C' or the equivalent or higher in courses taken at a recognized university which are judged sufficiently equivalent to individual course requirements listed in the student's chosen degree program at KFUPM, the corresponding KFUPM courses are waived and the "C" grade or above gained elsewhere are transferable as pass grades. The evaluation of academic transcripts from other institutions is done by the academic department concerned. The Deanship of Admissions & Registration coordinates this evaluation for the final transfer of credits. To qualify for an undergraduate degree: from KFUPM, a student must acquire a minimum of 36 semester-credit hours of course work at KFUPM, including a minimum of 18 credit-hours in his major. The KFUPM courses for which a student has been granted transfer credits do not count in the GPA calculations while he is registered at KFUPM.

Entry into Upper Division or Professional Programs: There are no special admission requirements for entry into the upper division of the engineering unit except that the student must acquire 36 semester-credit-hours of course work at KFUPM including a minimum of 18 credit hours in his major.

Admission Standards: A five-year history of admission standards for students enrolled in KFUPM’s Preparatory Year program, directly from high school, is presented in the following table as well as ABET’S Table II-9.

Weights and cut-off points for admission in the past five years.

Academic Year

High School Percent Aptitude Test Subject Test

Min. Cut-off point for

Admission2002/2003 40% 30% 30% 702003/2004 35% 30% 35% 782004/2005 35% 30% 35% 782005/2006 35% 30% 35% 802006/2007 35% 30% 35% 82

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In Table II-9 the ACT and SAT tests are not administered at KFUPM, hence the composite scores of ACT and SAT are not recorded. Since KFUPM accepts students through the entrance examinations administered by the National Assessment Center, and takes into account the high school grade and entrance examination scores when making decisions, the required information has been provided in the appropriate column. The averages of high school percentage, aptitude test and subject test of all admitted students over the past five years are given in the following table.

Average scores of all students admitted.

Academic Year

High School Percent

Aptitude Test

Subject Test Total

2002/2003 90.28 75.96 57.99 74.68

2003/2004 93.14 80.24 68.67 80.70

2004/2005 94.44 80.50 65.79 80.25

2005/2006 95.56 83.46 73.78 84.31

2006/2007 94.86 82.95 79.58 85.96

Admission of Transfer Students: The policies regarding the admission of transfer students is explained under Admission to Advanced Placement above. There are no general articulation agreements with other institutions on the matter. The transfer of "D" grades is not permitted.

b) Requirements for Graduation

To become eligible for a Bachelor of Science degree in an engineering program, a student must fulfill the following requirements:

● Cumulative and major GPAs of 2.00 or higher on a 4.00 point scale. ● Completion of the number of semester-credit-hours required by the department. ● Completion of the prescribed and elective academic work required by the department.

Every student follows a degree plan to monitor progress through his program and to certify that all graduation requirements are fulfilled. A sample of this degree plan is shown in Section F of this Appendix (taken for any program as example).

c) Cooperative Work/Study (Co-op. Program)

1) Evaluation of Co-op. Features

Separate evaluation is necessary for Co-op and non-Co-op options of the engineering programs, whenever applicable.

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2) Differences between the Co-op and non-Co-op Modes

All the engineering programs have Co-op and non-Co-op options, with the same number of credits for both options. The following table describes the Co-op mode used for each of the engineering programs.

College Major 28 Weeks Co-op.Option (9 Credits)

Summer TrainingOption (0 Credit)

Applied Engineering

Aerospace √Chemical √

Civil √

Electrical √

Mechanical √

Petroleum √

Engineering Sciences

Aerospace √

Chemical √

Civil √

Electrical √

Mechanical √

Petroleum √

Computer Science& Engineering

ComputerEngineering √ √

Information andComputer Sc. √ √

Systems Eng. √ √

Environmental DesignArchitectural Eng. √ √*Construction Eng.& Management Graduate Program only

* Summer Training is allocated for 1 credit.

The Co-op option requires 28-weeks of practical training which is counted as 9 credit hours. To compensate for the 9 credits assigned for the Co-op program, an equal number of course credits is removed from the curriculum of the Co-op options. These include core courses, elective courses, and/or senior capstone

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design projects, depending on the program. The details of the differences between the Co-op and non-Co-op options for any specific program are provided in Volume II for any specific program.

3) Maintaining Records of Co-op. Students

All the records of student participation and progress in the Co-op program are kept in the student’s general file by the Co-op Program Department. The Co-op Program Department is part of the Deanship of Student Affairs. This simplifies the task of maintaining a single student’s file. Copies of all records, including progress reports and company evaluations of all the students, are sent to the Co-op Coordinators of the student’s academic department.

4) Evaluation of Student’s Work Performance

The evaluation of the student’s performance during Co-op training takes place at two different stages. The first is after two months of the start of Co-op training and the second is at the end of the Co-op training period. Students are also required to submit two progress reports by the end of the 16th and 24th weeks that describe in detail the assignment and training carried out by the student.

The employer is expected to submit a Contact Guide within a week of the student joining the training department, and two evaluation reports to the Co-op Department, one after 2 months and the other at the end of the Co-op training period. A sample of the evaluation report forms and other forms used for co-op assignments and evaluation can be found in Section F. The Director of the Co-op Department in consultation with the department Co-op Coordinators inspects these progress and evaluation reports. The Co-op Department contacts students who make unsatisfactory progress in order to provide any possible assistance. In some cases, Co-op Coordinators and/or Advisors visit the work place and meet the students there to discuss and resolve any problems.

During the semester following the Co-op training period, each student should submit a final Co-op training report which describes the work experience and training gained during the Co-op period, including the technical aspect of the work assigned. The Co-op report is supervised and evaluated by the faculty Co-op advisor from the student’s academic department. Another faculty member, the second reader, or a team of faculty members in some departments, joins in evaluating the final Co-op report and the oral presentation, and in assigning a letter grade for the co-op work.

5) Students’ Follow-up

Regularly, the Co-op Department contacts and invites possible employers to participate in the Co-op Program. The Co-op Department carefully selects recognized national and international corporations with good records in the

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industry and which, preferably, have previously participated successfully in the Co-op Program. In the case of any new company that is not well-known to the Co-op Department, the appropriate academic department is asked to evaluate the company as a potential employer of Co-op students.

At the beginning of the Co-op period each student is required to submit a plan of the work expected to be reviewed by the academic advisor. The Co-op Department and the academic department Co-op Coordinators evaluate the usefulness and suitability of the student’s work assignment to ensure that the goals of the Co-op Program are achieved. The Director of the Co-op Department and the departments’ academic coordinators usually visit some of the Co-op students and meet their work supervisors to make sure that students are assigned appropriate jobs which will contribute to their personal and professional development.

6) Co-op Program Faculty Relationship

The Co-op Department is part of the Deanship of Student Affairs under the aegis of the Assistant Dean for Educational Affairs. The position of Assistant Dean is usually assigned to a faculty member. The Co-op Department Director, who is a staff member, is the main liaison officer between the Co-op students, their employers and the academic department coordinators. Good relationship is maintained between the Co-op Department and the academic departments through continuous consultation, meetings and joint visits to the Co-op students.

7) Evaluation of Employees

One of the means used to evaluate participating employers is by reviewing the students’ descriptions of cooperative assignments submitted by the students in the progress- and final-Co-op reports. These reports are reviewed carefully by the Co-op Department to make sure that the participating companies are fulfilling their obligations. In addition, employers are also evaluated during visits by the Co-op Department Director and the Co-op Coordinators.

Finally, when a Co-op faculty advisor reports the student’s grade in the Co-op program, he may express his opinion of the type of work assigned by the employer to the student and suggest that a specific company be avoided in the future increase of inappropriate assignment or failure to contribute to the student’s professional development.

The following are the main services provided by Co-op. and Summer Training Departments:

■ Cooperate with the employer in selecting and placing qualified candidates for any position which has been agreed upon and reserved for the COOP and Summer Programs, matching the students qualifications to the needs of the job.

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■ Provide all necessary information required for the placement of all candidates for employment in the COOP and Summer Programs.

■ Maintain regular liaison with the participating employer and with a student’s immediate supervisor on the job through the channels authorized by the employer.

■ Assume responsibility for any major medical expenses whilst the student is in the training programs to the extent provided for other students in residence at KFUPM, provided the employer does not have an identical responsibility. The employer shall supply normal medical and other services available to company employees.

■ Assist the student in the event of a serious grievance case and will provide counsel in minor cases following a request from the employer or from the student.

d) Programs Offered in Other Alternative Modes

No University program is offered in an alternative mode; the traditional on-campus instruction is the only mode currently available in all basic programs.

e) Grade-Point Average Required for Graduation

The required grade-point-average for graduation from all the engineering programs is 2.00 out of 4.00 for both the cumulative GPA and the major GPA.

f) Record of Graduates

The Alumni Department is responsible for collecting information regarding graduates of the University. The Alumni Department has computerized records of the graduates, their employers, and mailing addresses. In general, the records do not provide any information about the salaries or the specific positions of the graduates.

Traditionally, a significant percentage of the University’s graduates were employed by the government, which has a fixed salary scale system for engineers with B.S. degrees. As a result, the starting salary for most graduates was the same, with the exception of graduates working in the private sector. However, the number of graduates working in the private sector has recently increased substantially. The Alumni Department receives information about salaries offered by employers to the graduates during ‘Career Day’ and ‘Open Day,’ which are two annual events during which representatives of employers meet with graduates.

The Alumni Department realizes the importance of the opinions of the graduates regarding their educational program. Accordingly, the Alumni Department has developed a web page that allows graduates to supply such information over the Internet. Using the student’s identification number, a password is sent to him by e-mail, which

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allows him to enter the information or update any existing information. In addition, a new Alumni Association has recently been established which is expected to enhance relations between the graduates and the University.

B.10. Non-Academic Support Units

B.10.1. Deanship of Scientific Research

The Deanship of Scientific Research (DSR) at King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals (KFUPM) was originally established as part of the Deanship of Graduate Studies in the year 2000, and then became an independent Deanship in September, 2005. The DSR is responsible for the planning, management, promotion and support of research activities that are carried out by the academic departments through internal and external funding. The Deanship is managed by the Dean of Scientific Research. The functional responsibilities of DSR include research activities such as funded research projects, professional conference attendance, sabbatical leaves, release time, research scholarship programs and research awards. In addition, the Deanship manages a central workshop that serves research needs of KFUPM faculty. The Deanship plans and manages research and other scholarly activities through the Scientific Research Council, the Research Committee, the Arabic Research Committee and the Conference Committee.

The Scientific Research Council is a regulatory body chaired by the Dean of Scientific Research and the members are selected from various academic departments. The Research Committee is an executive body composed of 11 members that represent the different University Colleges and the Research Institute. The Arabic research committee concentrates on the review and support of Arabic book authoring and translation in addition to Arabic research projects and studies. The Conference Committee is dedicated to the evaluation of applications submitted by faculty to attend regional and international scientific and professional conferences and meetings. All committees are chaired by the Dean of Scientific Research with members selected/elected from the different academic departments of the University.

(1) Vision

To establish conducive research environment and support that enable KFUPM take an international leadership role in innovative and quality research in cutting edge knowledge and technologies in key areas of significant socio-economic impact.

(2) Mission

To provide a stimulating environment and continuous support that empowers KFUPM faculty and researchers to enhance its national, regional and international leadership in quality research and scholarly activities in science, engineering, management and other related fields of significant importance to the Kingdom and worldwide.

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(3) Research Grants

The Deanship of Scientific Research provides support grants for research in all areas of science, engineering, environmental design and management with the aim of promoting productive research and creative scholarship. This support includes (i) monthly compensation for faculty, students and technicians contributing to the project, (ii) per diem support to attend internationally recognized conferences to present papers, (iii) purchase of equipment, stationary and all expendable items, (iv) reimbursement of costs related to stationery and miscellaneous items and (v) sabbatical and summer scholars programs support.All proposals are evaluated by two to three international reviewers selected by the University Research Committee from well known experts in the fields of the proponents. The final decision either to accept or reject the proposal is based upon the reviewers' evaluation of the proposal and a formal presentation.

■ SABIC and Fast Track Grants

The Saudi Basic Industries Company (SABIC) provides annual research grants to KFUPM to support research related mostly to the petrochemical and chemical industry. KFUPM matches this fund with a similar fund under the name fast track (FT) to support research in other fields. The DSR manages all SABIC and FT grants and makes the announcement of the annual grants available. The SABIC/FT grants have a maximum duration of 18 months and a maximum budget of SR75, 000. Award of these grants are made on a competitive basis every year based on the quality of the submitted projects.

■ Junior Faculty Grants

Junior Faculty Research Grants are intended as a start-up activity to promote high-quality research, scholarship and creative activity by junior faculty members. The junior faculty is a faculty member who obtained his PhD within two years of joining KFUPM and holds the rank of assistant professor.

Junior Faculty Research Grant is a one time, 11 month, limited budget (SR 50,000) grant research opportunity. It is mainly intended for fresh PhD's starting their careers and its purpose is to maintain the research momentum developed during their PhD work. It also helps in introducing KFUPM research policies, and procedures to junior faculty members.

■ Societal Grants

Societal grants are similar to internally funded grants but are designed to support research in fields other than science, engineering and business. The grant funds research related to topics of relevance to the Saudi society and is designed to enhance interaction of KFUPM with the society and to enhance KFUPM direct contribution to meeting societal needs.

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■ Book-Writing Grants

As part of its policy on providing support and encouragement to the faculty for promoting scholarly work, the University financially and morally supports the authoring, translation and editing of books. Book-writing activities involve one of the following:

i) Authoring a scholarly monograph or a textbook which is directed towards an audience of peers or students (graduate or undergraduate) or towards the more general public in both English and Arabic languages;

ii) Preparing a book with collected materials from various authors or cases;

iii) Translating relevant books or textbooks into Arabic.

Faculty members authoring, editing, or translating books, which are published by a reputable publisher or by the University, receive a financial award.

(4) Sabbatical Leave

The main objective of sabbatical leave is to provide KFUPM faculty with a change of atmosphere in order to pursue scholarly activities and to furnish a better environment for academic recuperation and rejuvenation. Scholarly activities that are considered for sabbatical leave may include pursuing and extending some ongoing research, initiating research in new and diverse areas, working in industry in the area of research and development, gaining research-oriented experience or creating an engineering design or product, and, finally, writing a research-oriented book or monograph.

Saudi faculty is eligible to apply for a one-year sabbatical leave after serving the University for a minimum period of 5 years. A one semester sabbatical leave may also be granted for those who have served the University for a minimum period of 3 years. Expatriate faculty might be granted release time for one semester.

(5) Other Grants

In addition to the described grants, the Deanship of Scientific Research offers other grants and support for active researchers as well as for the formation and promotion of research groups at the University.

(6) Conference Attendance

The University encourages and supports its faculty members to participate in “high-quality” conferences and professional meetings sponsored by leading professional societies and held both regionally and abroad. Attending such conferences or meetings permits a free exchange of new ideas, concepts and developments, and enables the

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faculty member to develop and execute his own research, and the University to be recognized as a center of academic excellence.

A faculty member may apply for a travel grant to attend a conference provided he meets any of these criteria: (i) attending a conference to present a paper, (ii) attending a conference on the basis of a published paper, (iii) attending a conference based on invitation, or (iv) attending a conference based on an approved research or book writing project. Faculty can be supported to attend as many as three conferences a year.

(7) International Scholar Programs

Two major scholar programs are open to Saudi faculty from all the universities within the Kingdom. A brief description of both programs is presented in the following paragraphs.The British Council Summer Research Program is a Post-Doctoral research program designed to encourage Saudi faculty members to execute their research projects in British universities. The program carries a fixed financial grant by the British Council in addition to financial support from KFUPM.

The Fulbright Scholarship Program, which is jointly funded by the University and the United States Information Service, is also a Post-Doctoral research grant designed to encourage Saudi faculty members to execute their research projects in reputable US universities. The grant includes financial support for a limited number of Saudi faculty members to spend between three months and one year in host institutions in the U.S.A. The scope of research includes a wide range of subjects in the fields of science and engineering.

(8) Research Awards

In recognition of active and quality researchers, the Deanship of Scientific Research awards a number of awards University-wide which includes the Distinguished University Professorship Award, Distinguished Researcher Award, and Best Research Project Award.

■ Distinguished University Professorship Award. The title Distinguished University Professor is the highest honor KFUPM can give to outstanding faculty members especially those who developed their career at KFUPM and who have demonstrated highly productive, and outstanding achievements in research, teaching and community service and whose work has brought renown and reputation to KFUPM. Awarding the University Professorship title is made on competition basis. The University Professor holds this position for two academic years that can be extended on a competitive basis. The professorship award includes an annual financial reward in addition to a research fund that can be expended for research and other scholarly activities.

A maximum of two awards are granted every year University-wide. The candidate must have earned the title of professor and have developed his career or most of it at KFUPM.

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■ Distinguished Researcher Award. In order to encourage a faculty member to be involved in quality research activities, the University gives six awards to faculty members that distinguish themselves in their fields of specialty. All faculty members who, at the time of the award, have offered five or more calendar years of continuous service to the University (including sabbatical leave and official assignments) or a total of six years of service with no more than a total of 12 months interruption in service are eligible to receive the Award.

The criteria for the Award include publishing book(s), contribution to a chapter of a book or monograph, issued patents, publications in professional refereed journals, presentations of papers in refereed proceedings of scientific and professional conferences and meetings, publications in trade journals of professional societies, design of nationally/internationally recognized physical structures and urban planning projects, participation in Ph.D. and M.S. thesis advisory committees, completion of approved research projects, invitation to lecture inside or outside the University, and citations of article(s) or book(s).

■ Best Research Project Award. The Best Research Project Award is intended to serve as an incentive for researchers to focus on quality and timely completion in execution of research projects, as well as production of quality research outcomes, innovative ideas, and future research directions. All research projects funded by the DSR are eligible for the award.

The criteria for the award is based on five main factors; quality of the final report, quality of the project's outcomes (journal papers, conference presentations, patents…etc), contribution in establishing future research directions, contribution in fostering research collaboration, and applicability of the project's output.

(9) The Central Research Workshop

The DSR manages a central research workshop that is capable of fabricating and fixing research equipment and instruments. The workshop has machining, assembly and instrumentation capabilities that can be utilized by all KFUPM faculty and students to support their research needs.

B.10.2. Counseling and Advising Center

The philosophy behind establishing the Center is to contribute to the realization of the university aspiration to graduate mature, reliable and self-confident youths. The main objective of the Center is to guarantee the constant and growing availability of specialized academic, social and psychological assistant; and to provide necessary standardized and systematic guidance for university students.

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Over the past six years, the Center has succeeded in achieving its objectives. The Center initiated several programs and the major achievements of these programs are summarized below.

1. Personal Improvement Program

This program represents one of the basic and regular scheduled activities of the Center. The program is usually met with great enthusiastic participation by students, mainly because of its emphasis on extending the limits of the students' existing potentials, enriching their personal experiences and enhancing and directing their future aspirations.

The program covers wide range core areas and lively fields, associated with enforcing students potentials such as: time management, developing efficient personal skills, self-incentive stimulation, self-management, promoting healthy sleep habits, coping strategies with anxiety and stresses, developing success skills, early preparation for exams, controlling emotions, excellence in university life, prioritization, promoting social skills and developing memory and intelligence. Applicable learning methods vary. It is noteworthy that the Center is organizing about 30 to 35 lectures, workshops and public educational presentations every year. More than 3000 (on the average) students participate every year in such programs and expressed their satisfaction with the contents and methods of presentation. On the basis of the results of the applied evaluation criteria, it may safely be concluded that the students develop positive impressions about the program, and feel that most of the presented lectures touch their reality and contribute to the solution of their current academic and personal problems. This conclusion can be well-verified on light of the statistical fact that when we compare the participants' previous Cumulative GPA with their Semester GPA by the end of the semester in which participation took place; we find that 62% of them achieve a total increase of approximately 0.2 in their major GPA on a scale of 4.0. This is a relatively high figure, notwithstanding the fact that some exceptional students, who are under academic warning when they started their regular participation in the program, succeeded in reaching the honors level and obtained an average difference of more than 2.0.

2. Individual Counseling Program

This program concentrates on individual cases that demand regular (weekly or every other week) follow-up. Students are seen by full-time or part-time educational, psychological, or social consultants. More than 1000 cases are registered and seen every semester. The Center has developed a special Web-based computer program to handle these cases with easiness and to sort them on the basis of academic, social and psychological classification. More than 6000 cases are available, at present, in the data base, bearing in mind that the data-base system was first introduced in the academic year 2003-2004 (031 semester). Appropriate actions are taken for each case depending on its nature. Referral to other more specialized or concerned administrators in the university have been made.

3. Open Discussions

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Due to high demand on the individual counseling and since some problems are common to many students the Center initiated a program called the “Open Discussions”. These are held three to four times a week on regular bases throughout the semester. The meetings take the form of open discussion on a topic/ topics of the student’s choice for one hour. The attendance is limited to twenty students. The timing of the events differ from day to another to enable students with different schedules to participate.

4. Part-Time employment Program

This program, which runs under the supervision of the Center, succeeds in securing approximately 1200 part-time jobs for university students every year (500 every semester and 200 in the summer session). These jobs include wide range of areas such as: programming, designing, administrative and artistic works, grading, etc. the program has four main objectives:

(a) Helps students gaining technical and administrative experience.

(b) Helps students gaining work environment experience.

(c) Helps students getting financial support.

(d) Helps the different departments so some of their duties with appropriate skillful manpower.

The program is usually met with huge enthusiasm by students as well as university departments. Seeking the opportunity from different departments, posting these opportunities, applying for the job, nominating student and assigning them, getting their payment and filling their evaluation is done using a web-based computer program. The nomination criteria take into account the student' capability, Cumulative GPA, his social and financial circumstances, his reward entitlement and the previous evaluation of the assessed cases.

5. Personal Skills Program

This program concentrates on developing personal traits and skills, and on preparing graduates for labor market. The activities are mainly presented through long lectures, training programs and workshops in different areas. The areas include: promoting communicational skills, leadership and successful teamwork, managing work disputes, time management, planning, goals setting, prioritization, occupational ethics, management of life resources, self-development and management, the seven habits, creative solutions for problems, and personality traits and the most efficient coping styles.

While the workshops durations vary from 10-12 hours; each workshop is designed for a maximum of 25 students. The workshops are presented within a period of 3 days. A maximum of 120 students can participate in each long lecture, which usually extends for

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4-5 hours in one single day. The Center plans for 45 workshops and 22 long lectures every year. Students are required to early register for every event and the center nominates based on certain priority guidelines, which take into account the level of student based on the number of the completed hours, the number of attended activities, the expected graduating semester and so on.

In all of these programs, the students are reached through emails, posters and phone calls as necessary.

B.10.3 Student Clubs and Student Activities

(1) Student Activities Ggoals

To work hard for forming and shaping the integrated and balanced personality of the students.

► To invest in the students’ free time to explore their interests and hobbies and try to improve them.

► To train the students about leadership and responsibilities.

► To strengthen the relationship and cooperation between faculty and students.

► To enhance students participation in domestic, regional, and international events.

► To strengthen the brotherhood relations among students and integrate them.

► To enhance students personal skills and teamwork, communication skills and public relations, planning, and organizing competencies.

(2) Scientific and Technical Clubs

Scientific and Technical Clubs represent the academic departments at KFUPM. The clubs are:

■ Electrical Engineering Club. ■ Mechanical Engineering Club. ■ Systems and Computer Engineering Club. ■ Petroleum Engineering Club. ■ Chemical Engineering Club. ■ Environmental Design Club. ■ Civil Engineering Club. ■ Industrial Management Club. ■ Aerospace Engineering Club. ■ Sciences Club.

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Scientific and Technical Clubs Activities:

(1) Scientific inventions and senior projects such as:

■ Hydro rocket. ■ Satellite remote controlling. ■ Appliances remote controlling. ■ Lost pilgrims guiding system. ■ Patients aiding robot. ■ Water desalination using solar power. ■ Contractile jet motor. ■ Mechanical navigator.

(2) "Ebtikar" the annual contest for scientific projects and research.

(3) Scientific field trips to factories, geological, and archeological sites inside the kingdom to reinforce the practical side of students.

(4) Participate in representing KFUPM in domestic, regional, and international exhibitions.

(5) Participate in the annual meeting of Saudi Inventors.

(6) Participate in gifted students meetings and events.

(7) Conduct many seminars and short courses.

(3) General Clubs

These clubs aim, through their activities, to increase the cultural awareness and the literature taste of students. The general clubs are:

■ Cultural Club. ■ Social Club. ■ Sports Club. ■ Public Relations Club. ■ "Jawala" Rovers Club. ■ Theater Club.

General Clubs’ Remarkable Achievements:

(1) Participated in cultural and scientific weeks for GCC universities.

(2) Participated in GCC universities’ camps.

(3) Participated in GCC universities’ athletic tournaments.

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(4) Participated in organizing conferences and seminars hosted by KFUPM.

(5) Conducted celebrations and festivals in feasts and different occasions.

(6) Hosted many visitors and delegations.

(7) Arranged number of athletic, social, and cultural contests.

(8) Conducted athletic tournaments at KFUPM.

(9) Participated in Pilgrimage Ministry’s camp for universities’ students and the camp of the General Association of Scouts for helping pilgrims.

(10) Conducted many entertaining and social trips.

(4) Support and Benefits

Student Affairs offers financial and administrative support to Student Activities, and it applies the voluntary work concept in order to train the students to help others.

(a) Student Activities conducts an annual closing festival for its activities which includes an appreciative celebration, attended by the rector and KFUPM administration, for clubs’ presidents and members.

(b) Many prizes are awarded during the annual graduation commencement, and these rewards are:

● Distinguished Activities Prize, awarded to the best club president. ● Distinguished Academic Support Prize, awarded to the best member

contributed in this field. ● Three prizes for best three clubs in the academic year.

(c) Student Affairs organizes field trips to different regions in Saudi Arabia as well as outside the Kingdom in appreciation for distinguished members of student activities and some of these trips are as follows:

● End of the year entertaining trip to one of the Saudi’s resorts or one of theGCC countries.

● Annual Scientific Visit to one of the pioneer universities around the world.

(d) Many distinguished members in student activities are nominated for membership in one of many university standing committees such as:

● Student Fund Council. ● Library Affairs Committee.

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● Traffic and Safety Committee. ● Islamic Affairs Committee. ● Student Affairs Committee. ● Health and Safety Committee.

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C. TABULAR DATA FOR ENGINEERING UNITS

Table II-1 Faculty and Student Count for InstitutionSchool Year: 2006-2007, Semester 061

HEAD COUNT

FTE(see

Note 2)

TOTAL STUDENT CREDIT HOURS

FT PTTenure Track Faculty 816 24 821.6Other Teaching Faculty (excluding student assistants)Student Teaching Assistants 234Undergraduate Students 5407 14 5011 75164Graduate Students 327 437 335 5024Professional Degree Students - - - -

For student teaching assistants, 1 FTE equals 20 hours per week of work (or service). For undergraduate and graduate students, 1 FTE equals 15 credit-hours per term of institutional course work, meaning all courses—engineering, humanities and social sciences, etc. For faculty members, 1 FTE equals what your institution defines as a full-time load.

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Table II-3 (Part 1) - Engineering Programs Offered

1Program

Title

2Modes Offered

3NominalYears toComplet

e4

Administrative Head

5Administrative Unit or

Units(e.g. Dept.) Exercising

Budgetary Control

6Submitted for

Evaluation

7Offered, Not

Submitted forEvaluation

Day Co-op

OffCampus

TeleComm Other Now

Accred.Not NowAccred.

NowAccred.

Not NowAccred.

Aerospace Engineering x 4 Dr. Ahmed Z. Al-Garni

College of Engineering Sciences

**

Civil Engineering x 4 Dr. Hussain Al-Jubran

College of Engineering Sciences

*

Chemical Engineering x 4

Dr. Adnan Al-Amer College of

Engineering Sciences

*

Electrical Engineering x 4 Dr. Jamil Ba-Khushwain

College of Engineering Sciences

*

Mechanical Engineering x 4 Dr. Amro Al-

QutubCollege of Engineering Sciences

*

Petroleum Engineering x 4 Dr. Sidqi A. Abu-Khamsin

College of Engineering Sciences

*

Applied Aerospace Engineering x x 4 Dr. Ahmed Z.

Al-Garni

College of Applied Engineering

**

Applied Civil Engineering x x 4 Dr. Hussain Al-

Jubran

College of Applied Engineering

*

Applied Chemical Engineering x x 4

Dr. Adnan Al-Amer

College of Applied Engineering

*

Applied Electrical Engineering x x 4 Dr. Jamil Ba-

Khushwain

College of Applied Engineering

*

Applied Mechanical Engineering x x 4 Dr. Amro Al-

Qutub

College of Applied Engineering

*

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cont … Table II-3 (Part 1)

1Program

Title

2Modes Offered

3NominalYears toComplet

e4

Administrative Head

5Administrative Unit or

Units(e.g. Dept.) Exercising

Budgetary Control

6Submitted for

Evaluation

7Offered, Not

Submitted forEvaluation

Day Co-op

OffCampus

TeleComm Other Now

Accred.Not NowAccred.

NowAccred.

Not NowAccred.

Applied Petroleum Engineering x 4 Dr. Sidqi A.

Abu-Khamsin

College of Engineering Sciences

**

Computer Engineering x x 4 Dr. Adnan A. Gutub

College of Computer Science and Engineering

*

Information and Computer Science x x 4 Dr. Kan’aan A.

Faisal

College of Computer Science and Engineering

*

Software Engineeringx 4 Dr. Kan’aan A.

Faisal

College of Computer Science and Engineering

**

Industrial & Systems Engineering x x 4 Dr. Fouad Al-

Sunni

College of Computer Science and Engineering

*

Instrumentation & Control Systems Engineering x x 4 Dr. Fouad Al-

Sunni

College of Computer Science and Engineering

*

Architectural Engineering x x 4 Dr. Baqer Al-

Ramadan

College of Environmental Design

*

Construction Engineering & Management x 2 Dr. Abdulaziz A.

Bubshait

College of Environmental Design

*

* As explained in Item A.3, KFUPM accredited programs were actually granted “Substantial Equivalency.”

** ABET has not evaluated this program previously.

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Table II-3 (Part 2) – Degrees Awarded and Transcript Designation.

1Program Title

2Modes Offered 3

Name of Degree Awarded

4Designation on

TranscriptDay Co-op

Off-Campus

Telecomm.

Other

Applied Aerospace Engineering x x Bachelor of Science AE

Applied Civil Engineering x x Bachelor of Science ACE

Applied Chemical Engineering x x Bachelor of Science ACHE

Applied Electrical Engineering x x Bachelor of Science AEE

Applied Mechanical Engineering x x Bachelor of Science AME

Applied Petroleum Engineering x x Bachelor of Science APETE

Aerospace Engineering x Bachelor of Science AE

Aerospace Engineering x Master of Science AE

Civil Engineering x Bachelor of Science CE

Civil Engineering x Master of Science CE

Civil Engineering x Master of Engineering CE

Civil Engineering x Doctor of Philosophy CE

Chemical Engineering x Bachelor of Science CHE

Chemical Engineering x Master of Science CHE

Chemical Engineering x Doctor of Philosophy CHE

Electrical Engineering x Bachelor of Science EE

Electrical Engineering x Master of Science EE

Electrical Engineering x Doctor of Philosophy EE

Mechanical Engineering x Bachelor of Science ME

Mechanical Engineering x Master of Science ME

Mechanical Engineering x Doctor of Philosophy ME

Petroleum Engineering x Bachelor of Science PETE

Petroleum Engineering x Master of Science PETE

Petroleum Engineering x Doctor of Philosophy PETE

Industrial & Systems Engineering* x x Bachelor of Science ISE

Control & Inst. Systems Engineering* x x Bachelor of Science CISE

Industrial & Systems Engineering x Bachelor of Science ISE

Control & Inst. Systems Engineering x Bachelor of Science CISE

Systems Engineering x Master of Science SE

Systems Engineering x Doctor of Philosophy SE

Computer Engineering* x x Bachelor of Science COE

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cont … Table II-3 (Part 2)

1Program Title

2Modes Offered 3

Name of Degree Awarded

4Designation on

TranscriptDay Co-op

Off-Campus

Telecomm.

Other

Computer Engineering x Bachelor of Science COE

Computer Science& Engineering x Doctor of Philosophy CSE

Computer Science* x x Bachelor of Science ICS

Computer Science x Bachelor of Science ICS

Computer Science x Master of Science ICS

Software Engineering x Bachelor of Science SWE

Architectural Engineering x x Bachelor of Science ARE

Architectural Engineering x Master of Science ARE

Architectural Engineering x Master of Engineering ARE

Construction Engineering & Management

x Master of Science CEM

Construction Engineering & Management

x Master of Engineering CEM

* These programs offer coop and non-coop options under the same degree designation.

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Table II-4 Supporting Academic Departments or Units

Academic Year 2006-2007

Department or Unit

Full-time

Faculty

Head Count1

Part-time

Faculty

Head Count2

FTE

Faculty3

Teaching

Assistants**

Head

CountFTE

1. Chemistry 22 − 23 16 16

2. Islamic & Arabic Studies 29 2 30 − −

3. Mathematical Sciences

73 4(Adjunct Faculty)

77 3

4. Physical Education 19 1 19.5 1 1

5. Physics 39 6 41 9 9

6.

University English

Program21 0 21 − −

Provide data for all academic supporting units, e.g., Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, English, Computer Science, etc., that provide any portion of the instruction required by the institution for engineering students.

1. The number of full-time faculty members (tenure track plus other teaching faculty, as classified in Table I) exclusive of teaching assistants.

2. The number of part-time, adjunct, or visiting teaching faculty members, exclusive of teaching assistants.

3. The sum of column 1 plus FTE** of column 2.

** For student teaching assistants, 1 FTE equals 20 hours per week of work of work (or service). For faculty members, 1 FTE equals what your institution defines as a full-time load.

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Table II-5 Support Expenditures in SR (1USD = 3.76 SR)

College of Engineering Sciences / College of Applied Engineering

Fiscal Year1 2 3 4

FY 04 FY 05 FY 06 FY07Expenditure Category

(Prior to previous year)

(Previous Year) (Current Year)

(Year of Visit)

Operations1 (not including staff)

7,868 14,248.15 23,269.92

Travel2 1,775,420.83 1,643,109.26 63,142.73Equipment3 - 1,250 7,437.5Institutional Funds 201,942.8 356,378.12 -Grants and Gifts4 52,745 2,114,451.73 -Graduate Teaching Assistants - - -

Part-time Assistance3

(other than teaching) - - -

Table II.5 – Support Expenditures in SR (1USD = 3.76 SR)

Aerospace Engineering Department/ Applied Aerospace Engineering Department

Fiscal Year1 2 3 4

FY 04 FY 05 FY 06 FY07

Expenditure Category(Prior to previous

year)

(Previous Year)

(Current Year)

(Year of Visit)

Operations (not including staff) 32,385.72 40,070.29 572,946.5

Travel 7,218.5 19,611.5 139,359.22

Equipment - - 1,848

Institutional Funds - - 1,250

Grants and Gifts - - -

Graduate Teaching Assistants - - -

Part-time Assistance (Other than teaching) - - -

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Table II.5 – Support Expenditures in SR (1USD = 3.76 SR)

Chemical Engineering Department/ Applied Chemical Engineering Department

Fiscal Year1 2 3 4

FY 04 FY 05 FY 06 FY07

Expenditure Category(Prior to previous

year)

(Previous Year)

(Current Year)

(Year of Visit)

Operations (not including staff) 581,436.71 309,213.57 745,417.77

Travel 122,719.51 200,623.67 193,439.59

Equipment 1,116,353.2 186,557.06 183,999

Institutional Funds 181,218.75 66,561.62 116,524.76

Grants and Gifts 24,820 160 798,304.40

Graduate Teaching Assistants - - -

Part-time Assistance (Other than teaching) - - -

Table II.5 – Support Expenditures in SR (1USD = 3.76 SR)

Civil Engineering Department/ Applied Civil Engineering Department

Fiscal Year1 2 3 4

FY 04 FY 05 FY 06 FY07

Expenditure Category(Prior to previous

year)

(Previous Year)

(Current Year)

(Year of Visit)

Operations (not including staff) 318,896.76 706,733.71 497,567.87

Travel 111,760.02 143,731 364,268.86

Equipment 116,180 70,155.86 933,198

Institutional Funds 327,674 463,230.8 505,857.29

Grants and Gifts - - -

Graduate Teaching Assistants - - -

Part-time Assistance (Other than teaching) - - -

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Table II-5 Support Expenditures in SR (1USD = 3.76 SR)

Electrical Engineering Department/ Applied Electrical Engineering Department

Fiscal Year1 2 3 4

FY 04 FY 05 FY 06 FY07Expenditure Category

(Prior to previous year)

(Previous Year)

(Current Year)

(Year of Visit)

Operations1 (not including staff)

535,104.35 753,084.8 795,286.76

Travel2 251,284.64 487,938.36 1,147,125.25Equipment3 42,848 - 2,232,803.74Institutional Funds 26,410 15,328 40,572Grants and Gifts4 43,033.26 17,346.77 60,949Graduate Teaching Assistants

- - -

Part-time Assistance3

(other than teaching)- - -

Table II.5 – Support Expenditures in SR (1USD = 3.76 SR)

Mechanical Engineering Department/ Applied Mechanical Engineering Department

Fiscal Year1 2 3 4

FY 04 FY 05 FY 06 FY07

Expenditure Category(Prior to previous

year)

(Previous Year)

(Current Year)

(Year of Visit)

Operations (not including staff) 1,615,749.84 2,755,789.56 1,924,672.29

Travel 215,777.67 465,163.5 1,007,649.82

Equipment 3,021,615.07 373,654.06 1,341,189.91

Institutional Funds 260,343.1 645,480.4 927,192.79

Grants and Gifts - - -Graduate TeachingAssistants - - -

Part-time Assistance (Otherthan teaching) - - -

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Table II.5 – Support Expenditures in SR (1USD = 3.76 SR)

Petroleum Engineering Department

Fiscal Year1 2 3 4

FY 04 FY 05 FY 06 FY07

Expenditure Category(Prior to previous

year)

(Previous Year)

(Current Year)

(Year of Visit)

Operations (not including staff) 286,420.5 369,115.11 367,636.56

Travel 25,087.5 57,396 100,210.22

Equipment 57,380 32,850 1,319,315

Institutional Funds 2,907 3,670.35 7,010

Grants and Gifts - - -

Graduate Teaching Assistants - - -

Part-time Assistance (Other than teaching) - - -

Table II-5 Support Expenditures in SR (1USD = 3.76 SR)

College of Computer Science and Engineering

Fiscal Year1 2 3 4

FY 04 FY 05 FY 06 FY07Expenditure Category

(Prior to previous year)

(Previous Year)

(Current Year)

(Year of Visit)

Operations1 (not including staff)

351,517.61 458,011.92 30,246.15

Travel2 1,428,541.89 991,015.81 55,627.5Equipment3 - 17,684.24 125,141Institutional Funds 76,311.05 76,560 -Grants and Gifts4 - 4,242 -Graduate Teaching Assistants - - -

Part-time Assistance3

(other than teaching) - - -

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Table II.5 – Support Expenditures in SR (1USD = 3.76 SR)

Computer Engineering Department

Fiscal Year1 2 3 4

FY 04 FY 05 FY 06 FY07

Expenditure Category(Prior to previous

year)

(Previous Year)

(Current Year)

(Year of Visit)

Operations (not including staff) 268,200.51 392,902.14 501,670.02

Travel 243,499.52 283,392.66 640,071.3

Equipment 3,427 195 151,555.4

Institutional Funds - 3,272 25,960

Grants and Gifts - - -

Graduate Teaching Assistants - - -

Part-time Assistance (Other than teaching) - - -

Table II.5 – Support Expenditures in SR (1USD = 3.76 SR)

Information & Computer Science Department

Fiscal Year1 2 3 4

FY 04 FY 05 FY 06 FY07

Expenditure Category(Prior to previous

year)

(Previous Year)

(Current Year)

(Year of Visit)

Operations (not including staff) 311,116.2 566,323.95 525,544.73

Travel 218,043.22 263,847.68 617,388.18

Equipment 42,840 - -

Institutional Funds - 1,880 6,860

Grants and Gifts - - -

Graduate Teaching Assistants - - - -

Part-time Assistance (Other than teaching) - - - -

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Table II.5 – Support Expenditures in SR (1USD = 3.76 SR)

Systems Engineering Department

Fiscal Year1 2 3 4

FY 04 FY 05 FY 06 FY07

Expenditure Category(Prior to previous

year)

(Previous Year)

(Current Year)

(Year of Visit)

Operations (not including staff) 645,024.53 583,894.03 525,544.73

Travel 70,941.29 271,017.63 617,388.18

Equipment - 28,679.15 -

Institutional Funds 46,800 1,540 6,860

Grants and Gifts - - -

Graduate Teaching Assistants - - -

Part-time Assistance (Other than teaching) - - -

Table II-5 Support Expenditures in SR (1USD = 3.76 SR)

College of Environmental Design

Fiscal Year1 2 3 4

FY 04 FY 05 FY 06 FY07Expenditure Category (Prior to

previous year)(Previous Year) (Current

Year)(Year of

Visit)Operations1 (not including staff)

3,154.5 4,981.9 1,750.5

Travel2 505,303.98 341,673.73 50,743Equipment3 - - -Institutional Funds 37,584.03 20,100 1,000Grants and Gifts4 21,195 4,242 -Graduate Teaching Assistants

- - -

Part-time Assistance3 (other than teaching)

- - -

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Table II.5 – Support Expenditures in SR (1USD = 3.76 SR)

Architecture Engineering

Fiscal Year1 2 3 4

FY 04 FY 05 FY 06 FY07

Expenditure Category(Prior to previous

year)

(Previous Year)

(Current Year)

(Year of Visit)

Operations (not including staff) 89,122.97 70,964.37 104,970.46

Travel 24,721 36,430.5 124,050.1

Equipment - - -

Institutional Funds - 5,925 6,600

Grants and Gifts - 1,400 400

Graduate Teaching Assistants - - -

Part-time Assistance (Other than teaching) - - -

Table II.5 – Support Expenditures in SR (1USD = 3.76 SR)

Construction Engineering & Management Department

Fiscal Year1 2 3 4

FY 04 FY 05 FY 06 FY07

Expenditure Category(Prior to previous

year)

(Previous Year)

(Current Year)

(Year of Visit)

Operations (not including staff) 15,155.23 75,452.35 53,570.7

Travel 11,896 57,571.69 239,473.71

Equipment - 180 267

Institutional Funds - - 9,395.5

Grants and Gifts - 1,400 400

Graduate Teaching Assistants - - -

Part-time Assistance (Other than teaching) - - -

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Table II.6 – Personnel and Students Engineering Education Unit as a Whole: College of Engineering Sciences.

Academic Year: 2006-2007

Head CountFTE Ratio to

FacultyFull-time Part-time

Administrative 21 6 12

Faculty 145 8 147

Other Faculty (excluding student assistants) 19 - 19

Student Teaching Assistants 12 2 9 0.05

Student Research Assistants 95 12 68.5 0.38

Technicians/Specialists 56 - 56 0.31

Office/Clerical Employees 31 - 31 0.17

Others 2 - 2 0.01

Undergraduate Student Enrollment 2620 - 2507 14.08

Graduate Student Enrollment 114 125 199.5 1.12

Instructions: Report data for the engineering unit(s) as defined in Section II. A. 2. And for each engineering program being evaluated. Updated tables for the fall term when the ABET team is visiting are to be prepared and presented to the team when they arrive.

Notes:1. Data on this table should be for the fall term immediately preceding the visit.2. For student teaching assistants, 1 FTE equals 20 hours per week of work (or service).

For undergraduate and graduate students, 1 FTE equals 15 semester or quarter credit hours per term of institutional course work, meaning all courses—engineering, humanities and social sciences, etc. For faculty members, 1 FTE equal what your institution defines as a full-time load.

3. Divide FTE in each category by total FTE Faculty. Do not include administrative FTE.

4. Persons holding joint administrative/faculty positions or other combined assignments should be allocated to each category according to the fraction of the appointment assigned to that category.

5. Specify and other category considered appropriate, or leave blank.6. Specify whether this includes freshman and/or sophomores.

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Table II.6 – Personnel and Students: Aerospace EngineeringAcademic Year: 2006-2007

Head CountFTE Ratio to

FacultyFull-time Part-timeAdministrative 3 - 3Faculty 9 - 9Other Faculty (excluding student assistants) 2 - 2

Student Teaching Assistants - - - -Student Research Assistants 6 5 8.5 0.94Technicians/Specialists 1 - 1 0.11Office/Clerical Employees - - - -Others - - - -Undergraduate Student Enrollment 84 - 84 9.33Graduate Student Enrollment 8 5 10.5 1.17

Table II.6 – Personnel and Students: Chemical EngineeringAcademic Year: 2006-2007

Head CountFTE Ratio to

FacultyFull-time Part-timeAdministrative 5 1

Faculty 17 17

Other Faculty (excluding student assistants) 2 2

Student Teaching Assistants 1 -

Student Research Assistants 18 18

Technicians/Specialists 10 10

Office/Clerical Employees 2 2

OthersUndergraduate Student Enrollment 381 359 21

Graduate Student Enrollment 19 16 15 1.95

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Table II.6 – Personnel and Students: Civil EngineeringAcademic Year: 2006-2007

Head CountFTE Ratio to

FacultyFull-time Part-timeAdministrative 0 05

Faculty 33 0

Other Faculty (excluding student assistants) 0 0

Student Teaching Assistants 0 0

Student Research Assistants 17 07

Technicians/Specialists 08 0

Office/Clerical Employees 04/06 0

Others 0 0

Undergraduate Student Enrollment 97 0

Graduate Student Enrollment 15 10

Table II.6 – Personnel and Students: Electrical EngineeringAcademic Year: 2006-2007

Head CountFTE Ratio to

FacultyFull-time Part-timeAdministrative 9 7.5Faculty 42 8 44Other Faculty (excluding student assistants) 10 10Student Teaching Assistants 3 3 0.068Student Research Assistants 35 35 0.8Technicians/Specialists 8 8 0.182Office/Clerical Employees 6 6 0.136OthersUndergraduate Student Enrollment 853 853 19.386

Graduate Student Enrollment 40 44 84 1.909

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Table II.6 – Personnel and Students: Mechanical EngineeringAcademic Year: 2006-2007 (061)

Head CountFTE Ratio to

FacultyFull-time Part-timeAdministrative 4 0.5Faculty 38 37Other Faculty (excluding student assistants) 13 13Student Teaching Assistants 8 2 5 0.10Student Research Assistants 17 8.5 0.17Technicians/Specialists 24 24 0.48Office/Clerical Employees 5 5 0.10Others - - -Undergraduate Student Enrollment 930 839 16.61Graduate Student Enrollment 25 34 42 0.83

Table II-6 Personnel and Students: Petroleum Engineering

Year1: 2006-2007

HEAD COUNT FTE2 RATIO TO FACULTY3FT PT

Administrative4 - 1.5Faculty (tenure-track) 6.0 0.5 6.5 1.083Other Faculty (excluding student Assistants)

2 - 2 0.333

Student Teaching Assistants - - - -Student Research Assistants 2 - 2 0.333Technicians/Specialists 5 - - 0.8333Office/Clerical Employees 4 - 0.666Others5

Undergraduate Student Enrollment6 275 - 46Graduate Student Enrollment 7 16 1.16

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Table II-6 Personnel and Students: Architecture EngineeringYear1: 2006-2007, Semester 061

HEAD COUNT FTE2 RATIO TO FACULTY3FT PT

Administrative4 Chairman+

03 F x 0.25

0.75

Faculty (tenure-track) (lectures and above) 8 F + 2 L (10-3) + 0.75

7.75 7.75/7.75

Other Faculty (excluding student Assistants) (lectures A & B, Graduate assistants)

01 GA 01

Student Teaching Assistants (Graders)

04(2u + 2g) 04 4/7.75

Student Research Assistants 01 RA 01 1/7.75Technicians/Specialists 01 LAB

EngOffice/Clerical Employees 01

SecretaryOthers5 (Part-time Graduate) Students 04 4/7.75Undergraduate Student Enrollment6

100 02 102 (102/7.75)13.2

Graduate Student Enrollment 03 04 *

Table II-6 Personnel and Students: Architecture EngineeringYear1: 2006-2007, Semester 061

HEAD COUNT FTE2 RATIO TO FACULTY3FT PT

Administrative4 1 1Faculty (tenure-track) (lectures and above) 7 6

Other Faculty (excluding student Assistants) (lectures A & B, Graduate assistants)

1 1

Student Teaching Assistants (Graders) Student Research Assistants 3 3 0.5Technicians/Specialists 0.5 0.5 0.08Office/Clerical Employees 1 1 0.17Others5 2 2 0.33Undergraduate Student Enrollment6

Graduate Student Enrollment 3 70 38 6.33

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Table II-6. Personnel and StudentsIndustrial and Systems Engineering / Control and Instrumentation Systems

Engineering Program

Year1: 2006-2007, Semester 061

HEAD COUNT FTE2 RATIO TO FACULTY3FT PT

Administrative4 0.5 0.5Faculty (tenure-track) 23 23Other Faculty (excluding student Assistants)

10 10

Student Teaching Assistants 3 3 0.09Student Research Assistants 11 11 0.32Technicians/Specialists 2 2 0.06Office/Clerical Employees 4 4 0.12Others5

Undergraduate Student Enrollment6 447 418 12.5Graduate Student Enrollment 18 16 32.5 0.97Professional Degree Students - - - -

Instructions: Report data for the engineering unit(s) as defined in Section II. A. 2. And for each engineering program being evaluated. Updated tables for the fall term when the ABET team is visiting are to be prepared and presented to the team when they arrive.Notes:

1. Data on this table should be for the fall term immediately preceding the visit.2. For student teaching assistants, 1 FTE equals 20 hours per week of work (or

service). For undergraduate and graduate students, 1 FTE equals 15 semester or quarter credit hours per term of institutional course work, meaning all courses—engineering, humanities and social sciences, etc. For faculty members, 1 FTE equal what your institution defines as a full-time load.

3. Divide FTE in each category by total FTE Faculty. Do not include administrative FTE.

4. Persons holding joint administrative/faculty positions or other combined assignments should be allocated to each category according to the fraction of the appointment assigned to that category.

5. Specify and other category considered appropriate, or leave blank.6. Specify whether this includes freshman and/or sophomores.

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Table II-6 Personnel and Students: Computer Engineering Year1: 2006-2007, Semester 061

HEAD COUNT FTE2 RATIO TO FACULTY3FT PT

Administrative4 0.5 0.5Faculty (tenure-track) 17 17Other Faculty (excluding student Assistants)

12 12

Student Teaching AssistantsStudent Research Assistants 19 19 0.64Technicians/Specialists 1 1 0.034Office/Clerical Employees 2 2 0.068Others5

Undergraduate Student Enrollment6 337 314 11Graduate Student Enrollment 35 34 1.2Professional Degree Students - - - -

Table II-6 Personnel and StudentsInformation and Computer Science / Software Engineering Program

Year1: 2006-2007, Semester 061

HEAD COUNT FTE2 RATIO TO FACULTY3FT PT

Administrative4 0.5 0.5Faculty (tenure-track) 25 25Other Faculty (excluding student Assistants)

17 17

Student Teaching Assistants 7 7 0.16Student Research Assistants 22 22 0.52Technicians/Specialists 2 2 0.047Office/Clerical Employees 2 2 0.047Others5

Undergraduate Student Enrollment6 446 409.4 9.6Graduate Student Enrollment 99 103 2.4

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Table II.7 Faculty Salary Data

Academic Year: 2006-2007

1. For the Institution as a Whole:

Professor AssociateProfessor

AssistantProfessor

Instructor/Lecturer

Number …… 119 141 230 326

High ………. 463,500 264,360 216,360 178,740

Mean ……… 244,352 199,938 166,268 109,252

Low ………. 144,612 97,524 82,404 48,360

2. For the Engineering Educational Unit as a Whole:

Professor AssociateProfessor

AssistantProfessor

Instructor/Lecturer

Number …… 69 74 116 84

High ………. 463,500 264,360 216,360 165,360

Mean ……… 257,332 209,300 165,368 88,813

Low ………. 144,612 125,004 122,196 48,360

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Table II.7 – (Continued)

3. For Each Program Submitted for Evaluation:

Program Professor AssociateProfessor

AssistantProfessor

Instructor/Lecturers

Aerospace Engineering

Number 1 - 5 3

High 260,760 - 156,960 113,592

Mean - - 139,0099 78,680

Low - - 129,024 56,004

Chemical Engineering

Number 11 8 3 3

High 336,960 264,360 168,840 98,844

Mean 527,856 103,188 158,940 81,732

Low 144,612 125,688 139,140 78,000

Civil Engineering

Number 9 13 11 4

High 344,580 264,360 216,360 165,360

Mean 292,824 240,032 195,529 129,729

Low 237,900 167,760 91,800 70,200

Electrical Engineering

Number 11 16 23 16

High 463,500 264,360 216,360 103,920

Mean 259,405 209,152 162,387 74,184

Low 185,400 136,008 128,448 58,308

Mechanical Engineering

Number 15 13 16 20

High 329,340 264,360 216,360 127,668

Mean 240,044 179422 155,003 96,714

Low 161,472 125,004 82,404 59,400

Petroleum Engineering

Number 3 5 - 2

High 352,200 264,360 - 149,520

Mean 291,240 227,436 - 119,844

Low 170,007 171,000 - 90,168

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Table II.7 – (Continued)

3. For Each Program Submitted for Evaluation:

Program Professor AssociateProfessor

AssistantProfessor

Instructor/Lecturers

Computer Engineering

Number 3 1 15 11

High 265,416 232,608 216,360 99,432

Mean 240,916 - 164,672 72,006

Low 196,572 - 145,080 48,360

Information & ComputerScience

Number 1 8 17 17

High 207,084 257,460 216,360 157,236,

Mean - 219,265 168,317 103,088

Low - 165,000 130,008 69,552

Systems Engineering

Number 9 3 13 7

High 283,620 222,960 216,360 126,600

Mean 246,117 191,108 157,635 77,972

Low 216,912 148,404 122,196 57,684

Architectural Engineering

Number 1 3 4 3

High 306,480 229,860 210,420 111,852

Mean - 212,328 149,532 88,876

Low - 184,164 120,000 72,000

Construction Engineeringand Management

Number 4 3 - 1

High 291,240 264,360 - 70,512

Mean 264,717 214,500 - -

Low 208,008 142,380 - -

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Table II.8 Engineering Enrollment and Degree Data

1. Engineering Educational Unit as a Whole: College of Engineering Sciences

Year AY MajorFT/

PT

Enrollment Year Total

UG

Total

Grad

Degrees Conferred

1st 2nd 3rd 4th B.S.

M.S.

Ph.D.

Others

Current

2006-2007

AE FT 25 25 23 11 84 13PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

CHE FT 123 80 52 40 295 36

PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

CE FT 17 18 21 12 68 27PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

EE FT 179

191

172 98 640 77

PT ─ ─ ─ 1 1 0

ME FT 173

201

142 66 582 59

PT ─ ─ ─ 1 1 0

PETE FT 66 88 60 51 265 23PT ─ ─ 1 ─ 1 0

AAE FTPT

ACHE FT 33 18 18 16 85 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

ACE FT 5 2 5 20 32 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

AEE FT 27 37 49 99 212 0PT ─ ─ ─ 1 1 0

AME FT 38 51 88 111 288 0

FT ─ ─ ─ 1 1 0APETE

FT 5 5 3 1 14 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

ARE FT 52 33 17 9 111 9PT ─ ─ ─ 1 1 0

CEM FT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ 72PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

CS FT 42 42 99 79 262 72PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

COE FT 88 80 82 86 336 35PT ─ ─ ─ 1 1 0

CSE FT 0 0 0 0 0 10PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

SE FT 0 0 0 0 0 34PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

SWE FT 44 69 43 28 184 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

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Table II.8 – (Continued)

1. Engineering Educational Unit as a Whole: College of Engineering Sciences (Cont.)

Year AY Major

FT/

PT

Enrollment Year Total

UG

Total

Grad

Degrees Conferred

1st 2nd 3rd 4th B.S.

M.S.

Ph.D.

Others

12005-2006

AE FT 37 27 17 10 91 9 7 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

CHE FT 79 65 60 29 233 32 31 6 0 0PT ─ ─ 2 ─ 2 0

CE FT 14 22 21 10 67 30 9 2 0 0PT ─ ─ 1 ─ 1 0

EE FT 212

260

181 99 752 75 121 6 0 0

PT ─ ─ ─ 1 1 0

ME FT 207

201

146 56 610 60 79 6 0 0

PT ─ ─ ─ 1 1 0

PETE FT 96 68 76 42 282 16 54 1 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ 1 1 0

AAE FTPT

ACHE FT 15 11 18 22 66 0 19 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ 1 1 0

ACE FT 3 7 10 15 35 0 9 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

AEE FT 33 30 42 98 203 0 69 0 0 0PT ─ ─ 1 ─ 1 0

AME FT 42 61 60 90 253 0 52 0 0 0FT ─ 1 ─ 1 2 0

APETE

FT 4 5 2 1 12 0 1 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

ARE FT 70 31 14 13 128 10 13 3 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ 1 1 0

CEM FT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ 72 0 2 0 4PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

CS FT 68 106

118 84 376 54 87 6 0 0

PT ─ ─ ─ 1 1 0

COE FT 104

105

109

125 443 37 128 4 0 0

PT ─ ─ ─ 1 1 0

CSE FT 0 0 0 0 0 7 0 0 2 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

SE FT 3 1 0 0 4 35 0 2 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

SWE FT 59 46 46 32 183 0 38 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

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Table II.8 – (Continued)1. Engineering Educational Unit as a Whole: College of Engineering Sciences (Cont.)

Year AY Major FT/PT

Enrollment Year TotalUG

TotalGrad

Degrees Conferred1st 2nd 3rd 4th B.S. M.S. Ph.D. Others

2 2004-2005

AE FT 34 23 17 4 78 5 5 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

CHE FT 75 66 46 31 218 33 34 8 0 0PT ─ ─ 1 1 2 0

CE FT 24 20 19 13 75 34 12 10 2 0PT ─ ─ 1 ─ 1 0

EE FT 289 230 189 130 838 81 138 10 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ 1 1 0

ME FT 223 179 117 63 582 58 75 10 0 0PT ─ ─ 1 ─ 1 0

PETE FT 68 66 70 18 222 20 22 2 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ 1 1 0

AAE FTPT

ACHE FT 14 17 10 21 62 0 16 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ 1 1 0

ACE FT 5 10 7 18 40 15 0 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

AEE FT 32 24 43 66 185 0 46 0 0 0PT ─ ─ 1 ─ 1 0

AME FT 64 44 41 96 245 0 73 0 0 0FT ─ ─ 1 ─ 1 0

APETE FT 5 3 2 2 12 0 2 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

ARE FT 83 29 11 13 136 14 10 3 0 2PT ─ ─ ─ 1 1 0

CEM FT 0 0 0 0 0 66 0 4 0 5PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

CS FT 110 140 124 76 450 50 84 9 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

COE FT 137 128 163 144 572 49 142 7 0 0PT ─ ─ 1 ─ 1 0

CSE FT ─ ─ 1 1 2 0PT 0 0 0 0 0 7

SE FT 107 137 79 68 391 28 68 6 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ 2 2 0

SWE FT 39 37 49 37 162 0 45 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

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Table II.8 – (Continued)1. Engineering Educational Unit as a Whole: College of Engineering Sciences (Cont.)

Year AY Major FT/PT

Enrollment Year TotalUG

TotalGrad

Degrees Conferred1st 2nd 3rd 4th B.S. M.S. Ph.D. Others

3 2003-2004

AE FT 30 23 11 7 71 0 10 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

CHE FT 60 54 45 25 184 35 33 11 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

CE FT 17 14 22 6 59 27 7 4 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

EE FT 269 241 195 112 817 85 117 10 1 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

ME FT 162 151 93 48 454 48 53 6 1 0PT ─ ─ 1 ─ 1 0

PETE FT 77 72 21 21 191 11 16 1 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

AAE FTPT

ACHE FT 28 9 19 61 117 0 47 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ 1 1 0

ACE FT 6 4 12 22 44 0 14 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

AEE FT 25 35 31 71 162 0 48 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

AME FT 43 55 47 122 267 0 79 0 0 0FT ─ ─ ─ 1 1 0

APETE FT 6 4 2 3 15 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

ARE FT 101 26 15 11 153 9 10 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

CEM FT 0 0 0 0 0 41 0 4 0 6PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

CS FT 182 163 106 68 519 40 70 3 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

COE FT 165 196 185 153 699 37 134 3 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

CSE FT 0 0 0 0 0 5PT

SE FT 80 87 93 88 348 23 91 4 0 0PT 1 ─ ─ ─ 1 0

SWE FT 3 38 58 14 113 0 24 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

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Table II.8 – (Continued)

1. Engineering Educational Unit as a Whole: College of Engineering Sciences (Continued)

Year AY Major FT/PT

Enrollment Year TotalUG

TotalGrad

Degrees Conferred1st 2nd 3rd 4th B.S. M.S. Ph.D. Others

4 2002-2003

AE FT 12 20 16 8 56 0 13 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

CHE FT 52 41 42 47 182 41 51 11 1 0PT ─ ─ ─ 1 1 0

CE FT 19 18 15 8 60 29 9 2 1 1PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

EE FT 257 227 165 107 756 81 119 8 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ 1 1 0

ME FT 138 121 78 35 372 61 42 11 1 0PT ─ ─ 1 ─ 1 0

PETE FT 86 28 23 10 147 9 10 1 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

AAE FTPT

ACHE FT 8 16 34 92 150 0 64 0 0 0PT ─ ─ 1 1 2 0

ACE FT 7 11 14 28 59 0 21 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

AEE FT 43 43 53 70 209 0 48 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

AME FT 36 53 82 124 295 0 93 0 0 0FT ─ ─ ─ 3 3 0

APETE FT 7 3 3 1 14 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

ARE FT 98 14 13 2 127 8 2 1 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

CEM FT 0 0 0 0 0 42 ─ 3 ─ 9PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

CS FT 223 127 104 67 521 37 74 6 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

COE FT 219 225 182 123 749 32 112 6 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

CSE FT 0 0 0 0 0 4PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

SE FT 53 75 114 96 338 22 104 4 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

SWE FT 6 37 29 0 72 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

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Table II.8 – (Continued)

1. Engineering Educational Unit as a Whole: College of Engineering Sciences (Continued)

Year AY Major FT/PT

Enrollment Year TotalUG

TotalGrad

Degrees Conferred1st 2nd 3rd 4th B.S. M.S. Ph.D. Others

5 2001-2002

AE FT 26 21 14 13 74 0 14 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

CHE FT 37 46 77 80 240 28 93 3 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ 2 2 0

CE FT 21 16 17 9 63 25 10 3 1 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

EE FT 233 190 148 136 707 63 141 10 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ 1 1 0

ME FT 111 100 76 48 335 58 66 6 2 0PT ─ ─ 1 1 2 0

PETE FT 22 16 17 13 68 5 15 1 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

AAE FTPT

ACHE FT 14 29 51 94 188 0 59 0 0 0PT ─ ─ 1 ─ 1 0

ACE FT 7 9 16 21 53 0 16 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

AEE FT 47 66 49 86 248 0 55 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ 2 2 0

AME FT 42 71 81 136 330 0 103 0 0 0FT ─ 1 ─ 2 3 0

APETE FT 1 4 3 4 12 0 4 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

ARE FT 76 21 4 5 106 5 3 1 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

CEM FT 0 0 0 0 0 36 0 4 0 8PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

CS FT 161 130 99 56 446 26 57 4 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ 1 1 0

COE FT 270 231 161 112 774 16 102 4 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

CSE FT 0 0 0 0 0 2PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

SE FT 53 100 136 99 388 23 102 5 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

SWE FT 1 16 0 0 17 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

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Table II.8 – (Continued)

1. Engineering Educational Unit as a Whole: College of Engineering Sciences (Continued)

Year AY Major FT/PT

Enrollment Year TotalUG

TotalGrad

Degrees Conferred1st 2nd 3rd 4th B.S. M.S. Ph.D. Others

6 2000-2001

AE FT 31 15 17 4 67 0 6 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

CHE FT 40 91 119 56 306 23 64 3 0 0PT ─ ─ 2 ─ 2 0

CE FT 10 15 16 4 45 23 6 2 1 0PT ─ ─ ─ 1 1 0

EE FT 175 163 187 143 668 64 166 11 1 0PT ─ ─ ─ 2 2 0

ME FT 80 85 99 65 329 59 79 11 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ 2 2 0

PETE FT 18 12 20 17 67 8 16 3 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

AAE FTPT

ACHE FT 36 44 72 120 272 0 95 0 0 0PT ─ 1 1 ─ 2 0

ACE FT 10 12 18 18 58 0 15 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

AEE FT 74 72 55 121 322 0 69 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ 1 1 0

AME FT 75 76 100 176 427 0 132 0 0 0FT ─ ─ ─ 3 3 0

APETE FT 8 5 6 2 21 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

ARE FT 43 5 7 4 59 3 5 1 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

CEM FT 0 0 0 0 0 43 0 2 0 10PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

CS FT 139 109 88 40 376 29 39 8 0 0PT ─ ─ 1 ─ 1 0

COE FT 267 200 152 75 694 26 78 8 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ 1 1 0

CSE FT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

SE FT 57 127 135 102 421 18 99 2 1 0PT ─ 1 1 ─ 2 0

SWE FT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

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Table II.8 – (Continued)

2. Program: Aerospace Engineering

Year AY FT/PT

Enrollment Year TotalUG

TotalGrad

Degrees Conferred1st 2nd 3rd 4th B.S. M.S. Ph.D. Others

Current 2006-2007

FT 25 25 23 11 84 13PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

1 2005-2006

FT 37 27 17 10 91 9 7 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

2 2004-2005

FT 34 23 17 4 78 5 5 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

3 2003-2004

FT 30 23 11 7 71 0 10 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

4 2002-2003

FT 12 20 16 8 56 0 13 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

5 2001-2002

FT 26 21 14 13 74 0 14 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

6 2000-2001

FT 31 15 17 4 67 0 6 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

3. Program: Chemical Engineering

Year AY FT/PT

Enrollment Year TotalUG

TotalGrad

Degrees Conferred1st 2nd 3rd 4th B.S. M.S. Ph.D. Others

Current 2006-2007

FT 123 80 52 40 295 36PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

1 2005-2006

FT 79 65 60 29 233 32 31 6 0 0PT ─ ─ 2 ─ 2 0

2 2004-2005

FT 75 66 46 31 218 33 34 8 0 0PT ─ ─ 1 1 2 0

3 2003-2004

FT 60 54 45 25 184 35 33 11 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

4 2002-2003

FT 52 41 42 47 182 41 51 11 1 0PT ─ ─ ─ 1 1 0

5 2001-2002

FT 37 46 77 80 240 28 93 3 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ 2 2 0

6 2000-2001

FT 40 91 119 56 306 23 64 3 0 0PT ─ ─ 2 ─ 2 0

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Table II.8 – (Continued)

3. Program: Civil Engineering

Year AY FT/PT

Enrollment Year TotalUG

TotalGrad

Degrees Conferred1st 2nd 3rd 4th B.S. M.S. Ph.D. Others

Current 2006-2007

FT 17 18 21 12 68 27PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

1 2005-2006

FT 14 22 21 10 67 30 9 2 0 0PT ─ ─ 1 ─ 1 0

2 2004-2005

FT 24 20 19 13 75 34 12 10 2 0PT ─ ─ 1 ─ 1 0

3 2003-2004

FT 17 14 22 6 59 27 7 4 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

4 2002-2003

FT 19 18 15 8 60 29 9 2 1 1PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

5 2001-2002

FT 21 16 17 9 63 25 10 3 1 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

6 2000-2001

FT 10 15 16 4 45 23 6 2 1 0PT ─ ─ ─ 1 1 0

4. Program: Electrical Engineering

Year AY FT/PT

Enrollment Year TotalUG

TotalGrad

Degrees Conferred1st 2nd 3rd 4th B.S. M.S. Ph.D. Others

Current 2006-2007

FT 179 191 172 98 640 77PT ─ ─ ─ 1 1 0

1 2005-2006

FT 212 260 181 99 752 75 121 6 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ 1 1 0

2 2004-2005

FT 289 230 189 130 838 81 138 10 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ 1 1 0

3 2003-2004

FT 269 241 195 112 817 85 117 10 1 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

4 2002-2003

FT 257 227 165 107 756 81 119 8 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ 1 1 0

5 2001-2002

FT 233 190 148 136 707 63 141 10 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ 1 1 0

6 2000-2001

FT 175 163 187 143 668 64 166 11 1 0PT ─ ─ ─ 2 2 0

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Table II.8 – (Continued)

5. Program: Mechanical Engineering

Year AY FT/PT

Enrollment Year TotalUG

TotalGrad

Degrees Conferred1st 2nd 3rd 4th B.S. M.S. Ph.D. Others

Current 2006-2007

FT 173 201 142 66 582 59PT ─ ─ ─ 1 1 0

1 2005-2006

FT 207 201 146 56 610 60 79 6 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ 1 1 0

2 2004-2005

FT 223 179 117 63 582 58 75 10 0 0PT ─ ─ 1 ─ 1 0

3 2003-2004

FT 162 151 93 48 454 48 53 6 1 0PT ─ ─ 1 ─ 1 0

4 2002-2003

FT 138 121 78 35 372 61 42 11 1 0PT ─ ─ 1 ─ 1 0

5 2001-2002

FT 111 100 76 48 335 58 66 6 2 0PT ─ ─ 1 1 2 0

6 2000-2001

FT 80 85 99 65 329 59 79 11 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ 2 2 0

6. Program: Petroleum Engineering

Year AY FT/PT

Enrollment Year TotalUG

TotalGrad

Degrees Conferred1st 2nd 3rd 4th B.S. M.S. Ph.D. Others

Current 2006-2007

FT 66 88 60 51 265 23PT ─ ─ 1 ─ 1 0

1 2005-2006

FT 96 68 76 42 282 16 54 1 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ 1 1 0

2 2004-2005

FT 68 66 70 18 222 20 22 2 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ 1 1 0

3 2003-2004

FT 77 72 21 21 191 11 16 1 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

4 2002-2003

FT 86 28 23 10 147 9 10 1 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

5 2001-2002

FT 22 16 17 13 68 5 15 1 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

6 2000-2001

FT 18 12 20 17 67 8 16 3 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

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Table II.8 – (Continued)

8. Program: Applied Chemical Engineering

Year AY FT/PT

Enrollment Year TotalUG

TotalGrad

Degrees Conferred1st 2nd 3rd 4th B.S. M.S. Ph.D. Others

Current 2006-2007

FT 33 18 18 16 85 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

1 2005-2006

FT 15 11 18 22 66 0 19 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ 1 1 0

2 2004-2005

FT 14 17 10 21 62 0 16 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ 1 1 0

3 2003-2004

FT 28 9 19 61 117 0 47 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ 1 1 0

4 2002-2003

FT 8 16 34 92 150 0 64 0 0 0PT ─ ─ 1 1 2 0

5 2001-2002

FT 14 29 51 94 188 0 59 0 0 0PT ─ ─ 1 ─ 1 0

6 2000-2001

FT 36 44 72 120 272 0 95 0 0 0PT ─ 1 1 ─ 2 0

9. Program: Applied Civil Engineering

Year AY FT/PT

Enrollment Year TotalUG

TotalGrad

Degrees Conferred1st 2nd 3rd 4th B.S. M.S. Ph.D. Others

Current 2006-2007

FT 5 2 5 20 32 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

1 2005-2006

FT 3 7 10 15 35 0 9 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

2 2004-2005

FT 5 10 7 18 40 15 0 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

3 2003-2004

FT 6 4 12 22 44 0 14 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

4 2002-2003

FT 7 11 14 28 59 0 21 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

5 2001-2002

FT 7 9 16 21 53 0 16 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

6 2000-2001

FT 10 12 18 18 58 0 15 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

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Table II.8 – (Continued)

10. Program: Applied Electrical Engineering

Year AY FT/PT

Enrollment Year TotalUG

TotalGrad

Degrees Conferred1st 2nd 3rd 4th B.S. M.S. Ph.D. Others

Current 2006-2007

FT 27 37 49 99 212 0PT ─ ─ ─ 1 1 0

1 2005-2006

FT 33 30 42 98 203 0 69 0 0 0PT ─ ─ 1 ─ 1 0

2 2004-2005

FT 32 24 43 66 185 0 46 0 0 0PT ─ ─ 1 ─ 1 0

3 2003-2004

FT 25 35 31 71 162 0 48 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

4 2002-2003

FT 43 43 53 70 209 0 48 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

5 2001-2002

FT 47 66 49 86 248 0 55 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ 2 2 0

6 2000-2001

FT 74 72 55 121 322 0 69 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ 1 1 0

11. Program: Applied Mechanical Engineering

Year AY FT/PT

Enrollment Year TotalUG

TotalGrad

Degrees Conferred1st 2nd 3rd 4th B.S. M.S. Ph.D. Others

Current 2006-2007

FT 38 51 88 111 288 0PT ─ ─ ─ 1 1 0

1 2005-2006

FT 42 61 60 90 253 0 52 0 0 0PT ─ 1 ─ 1 2 0

2 2004-2005

FT 64 44 41 96 245 0 73 0 0 0PT ─ ─ 1 ─ 1 0

3 2003-2004

FT 43 55 47 122 267 0 79 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ 1 1 0

4 2002-2003

FT 36 53 82 124 295 0 93 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ 3 3 0

5 2001-2002

FT 42 71 81 136 330 0 103 0 0 0PT ─ 1 ─ 2 3 0

6 2000-2001

FT 75 76 100 176 427 0 132 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ 3 3 0

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Table II.8 – (Continued)

12. Program: Applied Petroleum Engineering

Year AY FT/PT

Enrollment Year TotalUG

TotalGrad

Degrees Conferred1st 2nd 3rd 4th B.S. M.S. Ph.D. Others

Current 2006-2007

FT 5 5 3 1 14 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

1 2005-2006

FT 4 5 2 1 12 0 1 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

2 2004-2005

FT 5 3 2 2 12 0 2 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

3 2003-2004

FT 6 4 2 3 15 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

4 2002-2003

FT 7 3 3 1 14 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

5 2001-2002

FT 1 4 3 4 12 0 4 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

6 2000-2001

FT 8 5 6 2 21 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

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Table II.8 – (Continued)

Engineering education unit as a Whole: College of Computer Science and Engineering

AYFT/PT

Enrollment Year TotalUG

TotalGrad

Degrees ConferredYear 1st 2nd 3rd 4th BS MS PhD OtherCurrent 2006 FT 263 317 336 312 1228 92 100 3 0 0

PT 0 0 0 2 2 76 0 1 0 01 2005 FT 339 384 410 305 1438 80 312 11 2 0

PT 0 0 0 3 3 62 0 2 0 02 2004 FT 393 442 415 325 1575 69 339 17 0 0

PT 0 0 2 3 5 70 1 6 0 03 2003 FT 431 483 442 323 1679 58 319 9 0 0

PT 1 0 0 0 1 47 0 1 0 04 2002 FT 501 464 431 286 1682 63 290 15 0 0

PT 0 0 0 0 0 32 0 1 0 05 2001 FT 487 482 396 267 1632 45 261 12 0 0

PT 0 0 0 1 1 22 0 1 0 0

Program: Computer Engineering

AYFT/PT

Enrollment Year TotalUG

TotalGrad

Degrees ConferredYear 1st 2nd 3rd 4th BS MS PhD OtherCurrent

2006 FT 88 80 81 87 336 20 26 3 0 0PT 0 0 0 1 1 15 0 0 0 0

1 2005 FT 104 105 109 125 443 21 129 4 0 0PT 0 0 0 1 1 16 0 0 0 0

2 2004 FT 137 128 163 144 572 24 142 6 0 0PT 0 0 1 0 1 25 0 1 0 0

3 2003 FT 165 196 185 153 699 20 134 3 0 0PT 0 0 0 0 0 17 0 0 0 0

4 2002 FT 219 225 182 123 749 20 112 5 0 0PT 0 0 0 0 0 12 0 1 0 0

5 2001 FT 270 231 161 112 774 12 102 3 0 0PT 0 0 0 0 0 4 0 1 0 0

Instructions for Table II-8

Give official fall term enrollment figures (head count) for the current and preceding five academic years and undergraduate and graduate degrees conferred during each of those years. The “current” year means the academic year preceding the fall visit. Provide data in the first left-hand block of spaces for the entire engineering educational unit and in separate blocks thereafter for each program being submitted for evaluation.

Copy and paste sufficient copies of the program table to accommodate the number of programs being reported.

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Table II.8 – (Continued)

Program : Computer Networks – MS Program

AYFT/PT

Enrollment Year TotalUG

TotalGrad

Degrees ConferredYear 1st 2nd 3rd 4th BS MS PhD OtherCurrent 2006 FT 5 0 0 0 0

PT 12 0 0 0 01 2005 FT 5 0 0 0 0

PT 4 0 0 0 02 2004 FT 1 0 0 0 0

PT 4 0 0 0 03 2003 FT

PT4 2002 FT

PT5 2001 FT

PT

Program : Computer Science & Engineering (CSE)-PHD Program

AYFT/PT

Enrollment Year TotalUG

TotalGrad

Degrees ConferredYear 1st 2nd 3rd 4th BS MS PhD OtherCurrent 2006 FT 9 0 0 0 0

PT 0 0 0 0 01 2005 FT 7 0 0 2 0

PT 0 0 0 0 02 2004 FT 7

PT 03 2003 FT 5

PT 04 2002 FT 4

PT 05 2001 FT 2

PT 0

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Table II.8 – (Continued)

Program: Control & Instrumentation Systems Engineering

AYFT/PT

Enrollment Year TotalUG

TotalGrad

Degrees ConferredYear 1st 2nd 3rd 4th BS MS PhD OtherCurrent 2006 FT 6 9 16 19 50 4 0 0 0

PT 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 01 2005 FT 2 9 20 9 40 8 0 0 0

PT 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 02 2004 FT

PT3 2003 FT

PT4 2002 FT

PT5 2001 FT

PT

Program: Industrial & Systems Engineering

AYFT/PT

Enrollment Year TotalUG

TotalGrad

Degrees ConferredYear 1st 2nd 3rd 4th BS MS PhD OtherCurrent 2006 FT 83 117 97 99 396 27 0 0 0

PT 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 01 2005 FT 103 117 117 55 392 48 0 0 0

PT 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 02 2004 FT

PT3 2003 FT

PT4 2002 FT

PT5 2001 FT

PT

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Table II.8 – (Continued)

Program: Systems Engineering (BS until 2005)

AYFT/PT

Enrollment Year TotalUG

TotalGrad

Degrees ConferredYear 1st 2nd 3rd 4th BS MS PhD OtherCurrent 2006 FT 19 0 0 0 0

PT 15 0 1 0 01 2005 FT 3 1 0 0 4 17 0 3 0 0

PT 0 0 0 0 0 18 0 0 0 02 2004 FT 107 137 79 68 391 13 69 4 0 0

PT 0 0 0 2 2 15 0 3 0 03 2003 FT 80 87 93 88 348 15 91 3 0 0

PT 1 0 0 0 1 8 0 1 0 04 2002 FT 53 75 114 96 338 14 104 4 0 0

PT 0 0 0 0 0 8 0 0 0 05 2001 FT 53 100 136 99 388 18 102 5 0 0

PT 0 0 0 0 0 5 0 0 0 0

Program: Software Engineering

AYFT/PT

Enrollment Year TotalUG

TotalGrad

Degrees ConferredYear 1st 2nd 3rd 4th BS MS PhD OtherCurrent 2006 FT 44 69 43 28 184 13 0 0 0

PT 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 01 2005 FT 59 46 46 32 183 38 0 0 0

PT 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 02 2004 FT 39 37 49 37 162 45 0 0 0

PT 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 03 2003 FT 3 38 58 14 113 24 0 0 0

PT 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 04 2002 FT 6 37 29 0 72 0 0 0 0

PT 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 05 2001 FT 1 16 0 0 17 0 0 0 0

PT 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

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Table II.8 – (Continued)

Program: Information and Computer Science

AYFT/PT

Enrollment Year TotalUG

TotalGrad

Degrees ConferredYear 1st 2nd 3rd 4th BS MS PhD OtherCurrent 2006 FT 42 42 99 79 262 39 30 0 0 0

PT 0 0 0 0 0 34 0 0 0 01 2005 FT 68 106 118 84 376 30 89 4 0 0

PT 0 0 0 1 1 24 0 2 0 02 2004 FT 110 140 124 76 450 24 83 7 0 0

PT 0 0 1 1 2 26 1 2 0 03 2003 FT 183 162 106 68 519 18 70 3 0 0

PT 0 0 0 0 0 22 0 0 0 04 2002 FT 223 127 104 67 521 25 74 6 0 0

PT 0 0 0 0 0 12 0 0 0 05 2001 FT 161 130 99 56 446 13 57 4 0 0

PT 0 0 0 1 1 13 0 0 0 0

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Table II.8 – (Continued)

16. Program: Architectural Engineering

Year AY FT/PT

Enrollment Year TotalUG

TotalGrad

Degrees Conferred1st 2nd 3rd 4th B.S. M.S. Ph.D. Others

Current 2006-2007

FT 52 33 17 9 111 9PT ─ ─ ─ 1 1 0

1 2005-2006

FT 70 31 14 13 128 10 13 3 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ 1 1 0

2 2004-2005

FT 83 29 11 13 136 14 10 3 0 3PT ─ ─ ─ 1 1 0

3 2003-2004

FT 101 26 15 11 153 9 10 0 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

4 2002-2003

FT 98 14 13 2 127 8 2 1 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

5 2001-2002

FT 76 21 4 5 106 5 3 1 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

6 2000-2001

FT 43 5 7 4 59 3 5 1 0 0PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

17. Program: Construction Engineering & Management

Year AY FT/PT

Enrollment Year TotalUG

TotalGrad

Degrees Conferred1st 2nd 3rd 4th B.S. M.S. Ph.D. Others

Current 2006-2007

FT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ 72PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

1 2005-2006

FT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ 72 0 2 0 4PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

2 2004-2005

FT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ 66 0 4 0 5PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

3 2003-2004

FT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ 41 0 4 0 6PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

4 2002-2003

FT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ 42 0 3 0 9PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

5 2001-2002

FT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ 36 0 4 0 8PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

6 2000-2001

FT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ 43 0 2 0 10PT ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─

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Table II.9 History of Admission Standards for Freshmen*

AcademicYear

ACT/SAT** CompositeKFUPM Exam

Percentile Rank inHigh School

Number ofNew

StudentsEnrolledMinimum Average Minimum Average Minimum Average

2006-2007 ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ 1931

2005-2006 ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ 1119

2004-2005 ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ 1266

2003-2004 ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ 1401

2002-2003 ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ 1760

2001-2002 ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ 1795

2000-2001 ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ ─ 1491

* For admission into Prep. Year** Not applicable

Table II.10 History of Transfer Engineering Students

Academic Year Number of TransferStudents Enrolled

2006 17

2005 65

2004 114

2003 119

2002 169

2001 82

2000 51

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Section D

Syllabi of Common Courses in Engineering Programs

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CHEM 101 COURSE SYLLABUS

1. Department, Number and Title of the course

Department: ChemistryCourse Number: CHEM 101Course Title: General Chemistry I

2. Designation: Required Course

3. Course Description (Catalog 2006-2009)

Matter, atomic structure and the periodic table, chemical bonding, stoichiometry of pure substances, reaction in aqueous solutions, states of matter (gases, liquids, and solids), mixtures (with emphasis on some physical aspects of solutions), and thermochemistry.

Laboratory: Qualitative and quantitative aspects of general chemistry.

4. Prerequisite(s): N.A.

5. Textbook(s) and other required material

Chemistry by Zumdahl and Zumdahl, 7th edition, Houghton Miffin publishing Co. 2007 ISBN 13: 978-0-618-52844-8

Laboratory Manual for Principles of General Chemistry by J. A. Beran, 7th edition, John Wiley & Sons Inc. 2004 ISBN 0-471-21498-1

6. Course objectives are to

1. Introduce students to the fundamental concepts of chemistry using qualitative and quantitative approaches to the description of the structure, properties and reactions of matter.

2. Develop the students’ laboratory skills and understanding of laboratory methods.

3. Prepare students for future courses in sciences and engineering involving chemical concepts

7. Learning Outcomes

After successfully completing the course, the students will be able toOutcome 1: apply the basic principles of chemistry to interprete daily

observations related to chemistryOutcome 2: design basic experiments for solving problems related to

chemistry

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Outcome 3: use basic chemical concepts, like e.g. hybridzation, to build on them in more advanced chemistry courses, e.g Organic Chemistry and others

Outcome 4: develop a better understanding of concepts and methods in chemistry in particular and in science generally

Outcome 5: understand basic methods to convert data especially in Physical Chemistry

Outcome 6: have a broader scientific background than his own major alone yields

8. Topics Covered

An overview of chemistry and fundamental Laws Types of chemical reactions Stoichiometry of chemical reactions Atomic structure and periodic table General bonding concepts Properties of gases, liquids, solids and solutions Nature of energy and thermochemistry

9. Class/Laboratory Schedule

3 lectures and 3 recitations, 50 minutes each, per week. 4 hours lab per week.

10. Contribution of course to Meeting the professional component

Students will be able to apply scientific method Understand molecular structure-property relations Chemical impact in everyday life etc.

11. Relationship of Course to program outcomes

Program outcomes 1, 4, and 6 apply to a general audience as well, while 2, 3, and 5 apply more to chemists and chemical engineers.

12. Prepared by Dr. Mohammad Nahid Siddiqui January 16, 2007Coordinator, CHEM101

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CHEM 102 - COURSE SYLLABUS

1. Department, Number, and Title of Course:

Department ……… ChemistryCourse Number …. CHEM 102Course Title ……... General Chemistry IICredit Hours …….. 3−4−4

2. Designation:

A required course for:a. students in the College of Sciencesb. Chemical Engineering (Pure and Applied) and Petroleum

Engineering (Pure and Applied) students. 3. Course (Catalog) Description:

Chemical equilibria (gases, acids and bases, and solubility equilibria), chemical kinetics, spontaneity of reactions, coordination chemistry, nuclear chemistry, electrochemistry, chemistry of selected representative elements, organic structure and reactions, chemistry of materials.

Laboratory:

Qualitative and quantitative aspects of general chemistry

4. Prerequisite: CHEM 101

5. Textbooks:

Steven S. Zumdahl and Susan A. Zumdahl, Chemistry (7th Ed.), 2006, Houghton Mifflin, ISBN…………..

J. A. Beran, Laboratory Manual for Principles of General Chemistry (7th Ed.), 2004, John Wiley & Sons Inc., ISBN: 0-471-21498-1.

6. Course Objectives:

(1) To familiarize students with basic knowledge of chemistry needed for higher level courses.

(2) To develop the students' understanding of the properties of substances in the light of trends in the properties of elements across the periodic table.

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(3) To develop the students' appreciation of chemistry as an experimental science supported by theory as an interpretive and predictive tool.

(4) To develop in the students' an awareness of the relevance of chemistry to other areas of industrial importance such as metallurgy and material science.

(5) To develop in the student an awareness of the relevance of chemistry to biological systems and environmental issues.

(6) To develop an understanding of nuclear reaction; the harmful and useful effects of radiation and the use of nuclear decay in dating and nuclear fission as a source of energy.

7. Learning Outcomes: On successfully completing the course the students can:

(1) Solve problems on reaction rates, chemical equilibrium, electrochemistry, buffer systems and reaction thermodynamics.

(2) Name organic compounds using the IUPAC system of nomenclature.

(3) Identify the main functional groups in organic chemistry and their reactions and relate such knowledge the area of polymers.

(4) Explain properties of compounds in terms of the position of their constituent elements in the periodic table as for example the ability of transition elements to form coordination compounds.

(5) Name coordination compounds according to the IUPAC system of nomenclature and identify the main structures and types of isomerization for such compounds.

(6) Identify coordination compounds in biological systems.

(7) Identify the uses and disadvantages of nuclear reactions.

(8) Identify a number industrial and metallurgical process for the separation, preparation or synthesis of elements and organic and inorganic compounds.

(9) Identify environmentally harmful substances and materials.

8. Topics Covered:

1. Lecture Material:

Chapter Topic No. of Classes12 Rate of Reaction …………………………………… 513 Gaseous Chemical Equilibria ……………………… 4

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14 Acids and Bases ……………………………………. 415 Acid-Base and Precipitation Equilibria ……………. 416 Spontaneity, Entropy and Free Energy …………….. 417 Electrochemistry …………………………………… 418 Nuclear Chemistry …………………………………. 419 The Representative Elements: Groups 1A – 4A …… 320 The Representative Elements: Groups 5A – 8A …… 321 Transition Metals and Coordination Chemistry …… 522 Organic and Biological Molecules ………………… 5

2. Laboratory Experiments:

ExperimentNo. Title22 Factors Affecting Reaction Rates23 Determination of a Rate Law25 An Equilibrium Constant13 Acid, Bases and Salts; pH29 Molar Solubility: Common-Ion Effect15 Bleach Analysis14 Oxidation-Reduction Reactions26 Antacid Analysis16 Vitamin C Analysis28 Aspirin Synthesis and Analysis38 Transition Metal Chemistry

9. Class / Laboratory Schedule

Three 50-minute lectures and one 4-hour laboratory per week.

10. Contribution of Course to Meeting the Professional Component

All students who take Chem-102 and its Chem-101 prerequisite will develop an understanding of the basic concepts in chemistry and an appreciation of its significance to other areas of knowledge, such as metallurgy, material science, food science and health and to everyday issues such as pollution control and the environment.

The laboratory part of the course reinforces the understanding of concepts introduced in lectures. Through the experiments on 'Bleach Analysis,' 'Antacid Analysis,' 'Vitamin C Analysis,' and 'Aspirin Synthesis and Analysis' the relevance of chemistry to our daily life is stressed.

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For chemistry and chemical engineering students this course and its prerequisite Chem-101 lay the necessary foundation for upper level chemistry (physical, analytical and organic) and chemical engineering (Kinetics, Thermodynamics, Heat and Mass Balance, etc.) courses.

11. The Relationship of Chem-102 Outcomes to the Chemistry Program Outcomes

CourseOutcomes(1)

Published (2) Chemistry Program Outcomes 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

1 X X − − − − − − − X −2 − − X − − − − − − − −3 X X − − − − − − − − −4 − X − − − − X − − − −5 − X X − − − − − − − −6 − − − − − − − − − X −7 − − − − − − − X X − −8 − X − − − − − − − X −9 − − − − − − − − − − X

(1) Section 7 of this report.(2) See Appendix below.

Appendix

Outcomes of the Chemistry Program  

To meet the Chemistry Program Objectives, the Department of Chemistry will graduate professional, competent chemists who are able to demonstrate the following measurable outcomes:

(1) A proficiency in chemistry and basic sciences including mathematics, physics, and computer skills. (Proficiency in Basic Sciences)

(2) A proficiently in chemical science concepts covering all areas of basic chemical concepts. (Proficiency in Chemistry)

(3) A knowledge of the structure of chemical materials on scales ranging from the electronic and atomic levels to macroscopic levels. (Knowledge)

(4) The ability to analyze existing and new chemical compounds, improve traditional compounds, and produce useful compounds reliably and economically through a variety of synthesis and processing techniques. (Analysis)

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(5) The ability to characterize compound properties of all kinds using modern measurement techniques. (Characterization Techniques)

(6) The ability to select, specify, and design chemical substances that are appropriate for applications in various useful environments. (Ability to design)

(7) The ability to express thoughts and ideas through oral, written, and computer communications. (Ability to express)

(8) An appreciation for the humanities and the responsible role of technology in society, including a sensitivity to the environment and the responsible use of natural resources. (Role of technology in society)

(9) An appreciation for other cultures and for international events. (Other culture)

(10) The ability to work effectively on interdisciplinary teams and demonstrate problem solving, leadership, and organizational skills. (Interdisciplinary areas)

(11) The ability of technical report writing and oral communication skills; team building skills and knowledge of societal and environmental issues in relation to technology. (Report writing ability)

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CHEM 111 COURSE SYLLABUS

1. Department, Number and Title of course

Department: ChemistryCourse Number: CHEM 111Course Title: Basics of Environmental Chemistry

2. Designation: Required Course

3. Course (Catalogue) Description

Elements, compounds, chemical equations, gas laws, spontaneity of reactions, chemical kinetics, chemical equilibria (gases, acids and bases, redox and complexation reactions), organic structures and reactions, carbohydrates, proteins and fats, pesticides and organic pollutants, colloids.

4. Prerequisite(s)

CHEM 101

5. Textbook(s) and/or other required material

(1) Steven S. Zumdahl and Susan S. Zumbahl, Chemistry, 6th Ed., Houghton Mifflin Company, U.S. A., 2003.

Reference Texts: (1) Raymond Chang, Chemistry, 7th Ed., McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc., USA, 2002. (2) S. E. Manahan , Fundamentals of Environmental Chemistry, 2nd Ed., USA

2001.

6. Course objectives are to:

(1) Provide the fundamentals of Chemical Principles operating in the natural and altered environment.

(2) Introduce the basics of Environmental Chemistry. (3) Familiarize the students with the vitality and relevance of chemistry to key

issues of the global environment. (4) Train the students to proceed to civil engineering course(s) pertinent to

environmental phenomena.

7. Learning Outcomes

After successfully completing the course, the students will be able to:

Outcome 1: Access the chemical impact on the environment and formulate suitable treatment to specific environmental problem.

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Outcome 2: Function on multi-disciplinary teams working on environmental projects.

Outcome 3: Apply the fundamentals of chemistry in the applied engineering research.

Outcome 4: Interpret on the chemical analysis results in environmental science.

8. Topics Covered

● Chemical kinetics● Chemical equilibria● Acids and bases● Application of aqueous equilibria● Spontaneity, entropy, and free energy● Electrochemistry● Organic and biological molecules● Chemistry in the atmosphere● Water treatment and water pollution

9. Class/Laboratory Schedule 2 lectures per week, 50 minute each and no lab.

10. Contribution of course to meeting the professional component

The course is designed to provide the chemical basis for understanding the surroundings which is our environment. Emphasis is given the basics of chemical principles or processes that take place within the natural environment and the kinds of changes that come about as a result of industrial and human activities.

11. Relationship of course to program outcomes

This course supports the following program outcomes;

Published Program OutcomesCourse Outcomes a b c d e f g h i j k1 X X2 X3 X4 X

Prepared by: Dr. Than Htun, Assoc. Professor, Chemistry Department. January 9, 2007

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ENGLISH 101An Introduction to Academic Discourse

The purpose of Composition 1: An Introduction to Academic Discourse is to teach students written, oral, and electronic skills that will enable them to communicate effectively in English throughout their freshman year and beyond. The writing skills component enables students to make use of the principal modes of exposition common in English to write well-organized compositions with an identifiable introduction, a clear indication of topic or thesis, a body with support, and an ending; includes training in composing various types of academic correspondence to enable students to function well in their freshman year beyond; emphasizes the importance of note taking and paraphrasing when working with sources. The course’s reading skills element focuses on ways to improve students’ reading of scientifically-oriented college-level textbooks and specialist articles and to familiarize them with the organizational and typographical features (glossaries, indices, headings, boldface, italics, etc.) of such texts. The course’s oral skills element introduces students to academic oral communication in class-room and tutorial interaction. The electronic skills taught are intended to complement the written and oral skills by enabling students to use state-of-the-art internet and database search techniques to locate the information they require for expository composition writing and class-related tasks. Additional electronic skills will focus on communicating through the World Wide Web via email with an emphasis on netiquette, the generally accepted code of behaviour for those communicating electronically. Students will also be required to maintain a portfolio (including a reflective journal) exhibiting their efforts, progress, and achievement throughout the course.

1. GOAL

To enable students to recognise and interpret the various modes of spoken and written academic discourse and to produce written documents related to what they have read.

1. COURSE OBJECTIVES On successful completion of the course, students should be able toA. read, interpret and extract information from the major types of written academic

discourse.B. Communicate, in writing, information based on what they have readC. demonstrate an acceptable level of oral communication on a range of issuesD. use appropriate vocabulary and expressions orally and in writingE. make informed decisions based on independent, critical thought within the

context of their workF. appreciate the importance and role of ethics in oral and written communication

2. LEARNER OUTCOMESOn successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

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1. recognise and use language and/or techniques used to describe a process and/or mechanism in written discourse

2. write a short description of a process and/or mechanism using information from a chart or diagram

3. recognise and use language and/or techniques used to compare and evaluate phenomena, events, proposals, etc. in written discourse

4. write an evaluation of phenomena, events, proposals, etc. using information from a written text

5. recognise and use language and/or techniques used to express cause and effect and/or reason and result in written discourse

6. write a short causal analysis on an given topic using information from a written text

7. recognise and use language and/or techniques used to present arguments for and against propositions in written discourse

8. write a short argument for/against a given proposition using information from a lecture

9. summarise information from a text or texts, paying particular attention to paraphrasing

10. develop specific academic vocabulary and use appropriately in composition writing and work-related tasks

11. write a letter or memo of request on a given topic12. write a letter of inquiry on a given topic13. write a well formed email requesting/supplying information14. read a written text and identify its source or type (genre) (say what the text does)15. read a written text and identify key information within it (say what the text says)16. locate information on a given topic in the Library or on the Internet 17. extract information from Library and/or Internet sources18. summarise information from Library and/or Internet sources19. participate in group discussions to perform specified tasks and activities20. complete and present a portfolio containing documentary evidence of their

progress through the course

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ENGLISH 102 - Introduction to Report Writing

The purpose of Composition II – Introduction to Report Writing is to enhance students’ reading, writing, oral, and electronic skills to enable them to communicate effectively in English at the university level. The writing skills component includes paraphrasing and synthesis of ideas from several different sources for expository composition and term report writing; training in composing various types of formal correspondence to enable students to function well in the university setting; the researching (library and internet), organizing, and writing of an academic term report in which students must be especially sensitive to their particular audience. The course’s oral skills component further develops students’ intercommunicative skills, introducing them to oral presentations in which they must communicate information to an audience using a variety of presentational media. Electronic skills are taught to complement the written and oral skills by enabling students to use state-of-the-art internet and database search techniques to locate the information they require in order to produce written reports or presentations. Additional electronic skills will focus on communicating through the World Wide Web via email with the emphasis on netiquette, the generally accepted code of behaviour for those communicating electronically. During the report writing process, each student will be scheduled to attend tutorial meetings with his lecturer to discuss his progress in report-writing and to justify the material and sources used. Discussion group sessions will be organized in which groups of four to five students will present and discuss pre-assigned topics. Students will also be required to maintain a portfolio (including a reflective journal) exhibiting their efforts, progress, and achievement throughout the course.

1. Goals

To enhance students’ spoken and written communication skills in English, particularly with regard to the production of a researched academic/professional type report.

2. Course Objectives

On successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

A. Demonstrate an acceptable level of communicative competence in all aspects of the course.

B. Draft, compose and present compositions and term reports based on source materials.

C. Conduct simple correspondence relating to professional and/or academic matters. D. Demonstrate an acceptable level of oral communication within a range of

contexts. E. Use appropriate general and academic vocabulary and expressions orally and in

writing. F. Make informed decisions based on independent, critical thought within the

context of their work. G. Appreciate the importance and role of ethics in oral and written communication.

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3. Learner Outcomes – ENGL 102

On successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

1) Recognize language and/or techniques for evaluating phenomena, events, proposals, etc.

2) Use appropriate language and techniques to write an evaluation of phenomena, events, proposals, etc. using multiple sources.

3) Recognize language and/or techniques for describing, classifying, expressing causality and justifying propositions in an argument

4) Use various discourse modes (description, classification, causality, argument, etc.) in their compositions, report and in other written tasks.

5) Recognize language and/or techniques used in written correspondence to request or supply information.

6) Use appropriate language and techniques to write a letter, memo or email to a person, institution or business organization to request or supply information.

7) Compose and present, in an acceptable format, an 800-1000 word term report on a general topic using up to four sources.

8) Develop a topic, define objectives and propose a draft outline for their report. 9) Locate information from a variety of sources for their term report and task work. 10) Evaluate and extract information from a variety of texts for their term report and

task work. 11) Produce a bibliography for a report in an acceptable format. 12) Use appropriate techniques to document references in a report. 13) Use appropriate graphic material (charts, tables, illustrations) in the body of a

report. 14) Develop appropriate prefatory elements for a report (e.g. Table of Contents). 15) Summarize main information from a variety of written texts. 16) Reformulate and synthesize information while avoiding plagiarism. 17) Create and present short oral presentations on specific aspects of their

coursework. 18) Use visual material appropriately in oral presentations. 19) Appraise, critique or justify a point of view in group discussions. 20) Create a portfolio containing a reflective journal and documentary evidence of

their progress throughout the course.

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ENGLISH 214 - Academic & Professional Communication

The purpose of Academic and Professional Communication is to enhance students’ reading, writing, oral, and electronic skills to enable them to communicate effectively in English not only during their university careers but also beyond in their professional lives. The writing skills component includes training in composing various types of business correspondence to enable students to function well in the world of work. It also deals with the researching, organizing, and writing of technical reports in which students must be especially sensitive to their particular audience. The course’s oral skills component enhances students’ oral presentation skills as they will practice communicating a technical subject to a lay audience using a variety of presentational media that may include overhead projectors, chalkboard, and the PowerPoint computer application. Students will also be taught successful interviewing techniques (as both interviewer and interviewee), and will be sensitized to the roles and group dynamics of meetings to enable them to participate fully and effectively in gatherings of their co-workers, whether as chairman or member of a committee. The electronic skills taught are intended to complement the written and oral skills by enabling students to use state-of-the-art internet and database search techniques to locate the information they require in order to produce written reports or presentations. Additional electronic skills will focus on communicating through the World Wide Web via email with the emphasis on netiquette, the generally accepted code of behavior for those communicating electronically. During the report writing process, each student will be scheduled to attend meetings with his lecturer to discuss his progress and to justify the material and sources used. Group discussions will be organized during set tutorial sessions in which small groups of students will present and discuss pre-assigned topics. Students will also be required to maintain a portfolio (including a reflective journal) exhibiting their efforts, progress, and achievement throughout the course. Throughout the course, students will be encouraged to work independently, to think critically about what they are doing and to view learning as a life-long process.

1. Goal

To enhance students’ spoken and written communication skills in English in order to prepare them for future academic and professional life.

2. Course Objectives

On successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

A. Demonstrate a reasonable communicative competence in all aspects of the course. B. Draft, compose and present a researched report on an aspect of their Major. C. Conduct simple correspondence relating to professional and/or academic issues. D. Demonstrate an acceptable level of oral communication within a range of

contexts. E. Use appropriate vocabulary and expressions orally and in writing.

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F. Make informed decisions based on independent, critical thought within the context of their work.

G. Appreciate the importance and role of ethics in oral and written communication.

3. Learner Outcomes – ENGL 214

On successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

1) Compose and present, in an acceptable format, a 1500-2000 word technical report on a topic closely allied to their Major.

2) Compose a one-page (typed) Executive summary based on their report.3) Develop a topic, define objectives and present a proposal for their report.4) Locate information from a variety of written texts.5) Evaluate and extract information from a variety of written texts.6) Produce a bibliography for a report in an acceptable format.7) Reformulate and synthesize information while avoiding plagiarism.8) Use appropriate techniques to document references in a report.9) Use appropriate graphic material (charts, tables, illustrations) in the body of a

report.10) Develop appropriate prefatory elements for a report (e.g. Acknowledgements,

Table of Contents).11) Create and present short oral presentations linked to their report and on work-

related tasks.12) Use PowerPoint and other visual material appropriately in oral presentations.13) Explain, critique or justify a point of view in online or in class group discussions

on issues relating to their reports and to work-related tasks.14) Compose, send and reply to emails and formal memoranda with their tutor on

issues relating to their reports and other aspects of the course.15) Recognize language and/or techniques used in written correspondence to request

or supply information, make a complaint or adjustment, and apply for a job.16) Use appropriate language and techniques to write a letter, memo or email to a

person, institution or business organization to request or supply information, make a complaint or adjustment, and apply for a job.

17) Compose an appropriately designed CV/Resume in support of a job application.18) Role-play job interviews as interviewee or interviewer.19) Create a portfolio containing a reflective journal and documentary evidence of

their progress throughout the course.

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ICS 101 – Computer Programming Course Description:

An overview of the computer system, its main components and their functions. Programming in FORTRAN 77 with emphasis on a modular and structured problem solving approach that includes program coding, algorithm design, debugging and testing. Various programming problems will be illustrated as examples in the class.

Textbook:Introduction to Computer Programming using FORTRAN 77, Second Edition by Al-Dhaher, et, al. KFUPM Press, 1995.

GRADING POLICY:

TYPE WEIGHT TYPE WEIGHTMAJOR I 20% LAB WORK 13%MAJOR II 25% LAB QUIZES 12%FINAL 30%

Attendance

Attendance in scheduled lectures and labs is required and will be checked regularly. The grade will be lowered 0.5% for each lecture absence without official excuse.

Any student who missed a class (Lecture or Lab) with an official excuse must present it to his instructor not later than one-week following his resumption of class attendance.

As per the university regulations, missing 6 lectures will result in an immediate DN grade.

Makeup of exams and lab work is not allowed.

Course Schedule

IntroductionArithmetic OperationsLogical OperationsIF StructureFunctionsSubroutinesDo LoopsWhile LoopsOne-dimensional arraysTwo-dimensional arraysFile processing

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Output Design

Laboratory

Windows + FORTRANArithmetic OperationsLogical OperationsIF StructureFunctionsSub-routinesDo LoopsWhile LoopsOne-dimensional ArraysTwo-dimensional ArraysFile

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ICS 103: Computer Programming in C   Objective of Course: This course should provide Engineering Students with basic Knowledge of C-Programming. Catalog Course Description: Overview of computer components, Problem solving, Introduction to a typical programming language (i.e. C), Basic data types, Arrays and strings, Structures, Procedures and functions, Simple algorithm development.  Textbook: C Program Design for Engineers, Hanley & Koffman, Second Edition. Students Learning Outcome: 

Ability to analyze simple scientific and engineering problems Ability to write step-by-step solution Ability to write codes (programs in C-Language) Ability to test programs Ability to fix errors discovered during program testing. Ability to solve engineering/scientific problems using C Language

Lecture Schedule:

Overview of computers and softwareOverview of CInput and outputArithmetic ExpressionsSimple Standard FunctionsSelectionData FilesFunction with input argumentsFunctions with output parameters and recursive functionsOne-dimensional arraysOne-dimensional arrays with functionOne-dimensional arrays argumentsOne-dimensional arrays (linear and binary search – iterative and recursive both

methods; sorting – bubble and selection sort.StringStrings and introduction to two-dimensional arrayTwo-dimensional arrays

 

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COURSE SYLLABUS

1. Department, Number and Title of the Course

Department: Mathematical SciencesCourse Number: Math 102Course Title: Calculus II

2. Designation: Required Course3. Course (Catalog) Description

Definite and indefinite integrals of functions of a single variable. Fundamental Theorem of Calculus. Techniques of integration. Application of the definite integral to area, volume, arc length and surface of revolution. Improper integrals. Sequences and series: convergence tests, integral, comparison, ratio and root tests. Alternating series. Absolute and conditional convergence. Power series, Taylor and Maclaurin series.

4. Prerequisite: Math 101 (Calculus I)5. Textbook: Stewart, James. Calculus: Early Transcendentals, 5th edition,

Brooks/Cole Publishing Company, 2003.6. Course Objectives

The objective of the course is to introduce students to the concepts, techniques and applications of integration and series.

7. Learning Outcomes

After successfully completing the course, students will be able to

1. integrate various types of functions using the techniques of integration studied in the course.

2. apply integration to solve problems about area, volume, arc length, and area of surfaces of revolution.

3. compute limits of sequences.4. determine the convergence and divergence of various types of series.5. approximate the sum of convergent series.6. use and apply power series.

8. Topics Covered

Indefinite and definite integrals. Integration by substitution. Applications of integration: area, volumes, arc length, area of surface of

revolution.

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Integration techniques: integration by parts, trigonometric integrals, trigonometric substitutions, integration by partial fractions, special substitutions.

Improper integrals. Sequences: convergence, divergence, limits. Series: convergence tests. Alternating series. Approximation of sums of convergent series. Power series, Maclaurin and Taylor series. Differentiation and integration of power series.

9. Class\Laboratory Schedule

3 lectures per week, 50 minutes each, and one 50-minute recitation class per week. The recitation class is an interactive problem-solving session.

10. Contribution of the course to meeting the professional component

The course will introduce students to two basic topics (integration and series) of mathematics. These two topics are so fundamental for engineering students.

11. Relationship of the course to program outcomes

This course supports the following program outcomes (to be filled by the corresponding department or college):

Published Program OutcomesCourse

Outcomesa b c d e f g h i j k

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COURSE SYLLABUS

1. Department, Number and Title of course Department: Mathematical SciencesCourse Number: Math 201Course Title: Calculus III

2. Design: Required Course

3. Course (Catalog) Description Polar coordinates, polar curves, area in polar coordinates. Vectors, planes and surfaces. Cylindrical and spherical coordinates. Functions of two and three variables, limits and continuity. Partial derivatives, directional derivatives. Extrema of functions of two variables. Double integrals, double integrals in polar coordinates. Triple integrals, triple integrals in cylindrical and spherical coordinates

4. Prerequisites(s)

Calculus II (MATH 102)

5. Textbook(s) and or other required material

Calculus, Early Transcendental, by Anton, Bivens and Davis, 8th Edition (2005)Calculus, Early Transcendental, by James Stewart, 5th Edition (2003) (Reference)

6. Course objectives: Math 201 is a continuation of Math 101 (Calculus I) and Math 102 (Calculus II). These courses are designed as an introduction to the fundamental concept of calculus and analytic geometry.

7. Learning Outcomes

After successfully completing the course, students will be able to

1. Develop understanding of the basic concepts of three-dimensional analytic geometry and vectors.

2. Enhance the necessary skills of dealing with different coordinate systems and use them appropriately.

3. Deal with functions of several variables from verbal, numerical, visual, and algebraic points of view.

4. Apply calculus concepts of engineering problems.

8. Topics Covered

Polar Coordinates Tangent lines and arc length for parametric and polar curves

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Area in polar coordinates Rectangular coordinates in 3-space Vectors Dot product; projection Cross product Parametric equations of lines Planes in 3-space Quadric surfaces Cylindrical and Spherical coordinates Functions of two or more variables Limits and Continuity Partial derivatives Differentiability, Local linearity and Differentials The Chain Rule Directional Derivatives and Gradients Tangent planes and normal vectors Maxima and Minima of functions of two variables Lagrange Multipliers Double integrals Double integrals over nonrectangular regions Double integrals in polar coordinates Triple integrals Triple integrals in cylindrical and spherical coordinates

9. Class Schedule: Three 50-Minutes lectures per week

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 COURSE SYLLABUS

1. Department, Number and Title of Course

Department: Department of Mathematical SciencesCourse Number: Math 202Course Title: Elements of Differential Equations

2. Designation: Required Course

3. Course (Catalog) Description:

First order and first degree equations. The homogeneous differential equations with constant coefficients. The methods of undetermined coefficients, reduction of order, and variation of parameters. The Cauchy-Euler equation. Series solutions. Systems of linear differential equations. Applications.

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4. Prerequisites by Topic: Calculus III (Math 201).

5. Textbook: D.G. Zill , A First Course in Differential Equations (8th Edition), Thomson, 2005.

6. Course Objectives: This course is designed to provide engineering students with some basic notions and tools for solving first order differential equations, second order linear differential equations and linear differential systems with constant coefficients.

7. Learning Outcome:

The students are expected to have learnt the basic tools needed for solving differential equations and systems encountered in engineering problems in their respective areas of study.

8. Topics Covered

● Definitions and Terminology, Initial Value Problems, Solution curves, Separable Variables

● Linear Equations, Exact Equations, Solutions by Substitutions, Linear Models

● Initial and Boundary-Value Problems, Homogeneous Equations, Nonhomogeneous Equations

● Reduction of Order, Homogeneous Linear Equations, with Constant Coefficients, Undetermined Coefficients

● Variation of Parameters, Cauchy-Euler Equation

● Solutions about Ordinary Points, Review of Power Series, Power Series Solutions, Solutions about Singular Points

● Matrices, Gauss Elimination, Eigenvalue Problem

● Preliminary Theory, Homogeneous Linear Systems, Distinct Real Eigenvalues, Repeated Eigenvalues, Complex Eigenvalues, Nonhomogeneous Linear Systems, Exponential Matrix

9. Class Schedule

3 lectures per week, 50 minutes each.

Prepared by: Dr. Abdeslem Lyaghfouri Date: January 24, 2007

1. Department, Number and Title of course:

Department: Mathematical SciencesCourse Number: Math 260Course Title: Differential Equations and Linear Algebra

2. Designation: Math 260

3. Course (Catalog) Description

First-Order differential equations, Linear Systems and Matrices, Vector Spaces, Eigenvalues and Eigenvectors, Linear Systems of differential equations.

4. Prerequisites(s)

Calculus II (Math 102)Calculus III (Math 201)

5. Textbook(s) and or other required material

Differential Equations and Linear Algebra, C. H. Edwards and D. E. Penny, Prentice Hall, Second Edition (2005).

6. Course objectives

This course introduces elementary differential equations and linear algebra to students of Computer Science, Computer Engineering, System Engineering and Earth Sciences.

7. Learning Outcomes

Mathematical modeling is a goal and constant motivation for the study of differential equations. After successfully completing the course, the students will be able to:

1-Model a specified physical situation and discovered the differential equation, or the system of differential equations, describing it.

2-Find –either exactly or approximately- the appropriate solutions.

3-Interpret the solution that is found.

4-Identify, formulate and solve problems involving differential equations.

8.Topics Covered

1. First-Order Differential Equations:

* Differential equations & Mathematical Models* Integrals as General & particular solutions* Separable equations, Linear first-order equations* Substitution Method & Exact equations.

2. Linear systems and Matrices

* Gaussian elimination, Reduced Row-Echelon matrices* Matrices operations, Inverses of matrices and Determinants

3. Vector Spaces

* The vector spaces and subspaces* Linear combinations and Independence of vectors* Bases and dimensions for vector spaces.

4. Higher-Order Linear Differential Equations

* General solutions of linear equations* Equations with constant coefficients* Methods of Undeterminated Coefficients & Variation of Parameters

5. Eigenvalues and Eigenvectors

* Diagonalization

6. Linear Systems of Differential Equations

* First-Order System & Applications* The Eigenvalue Method and Multiple Eigenvalue Solutions for Linear systems

9. Class/ laboratory Schedule

3 lectures per week, 50 minutes each

10. Contribution of course to Meeting the professional component

1-The conceptual and the computational aspect of such a course depend heavily on the perspective and techniques of linear algebra. The availability of technical computing environment like MAPLE, MATHEMATICA and MATLAB is reshaping the role and applications of differential equations in sciences and engineering.

2-The Students will be able to translate many scientific laws and principals "coming essentially from physics" into differential equations. The course will emphasize the use of linear algebra to analyse and interpret the solutions obtained.

11. Relationship of Course to program outcomes ?

12. Prepared by Dr Abdeslam MIMOUNI, January 15, 2007.

COURSE SYLLABUS

1. Department, Number and Title of course Department: Mathematical SciencesCourse Number: Math 301Course Title: Methods of Applied Mathematics

2. Designation: Required Course for Science and Engineering Students

3. Course (Catalog) Description

Special functions. Bessel’s functions and Legendre polynomials. Vector analysis including vector fields, divergence, curl, line and surface integrals, Green’s, Gauss’ and Stokes’ theorems. Systems of differential equations. Sturm-Liouville theory. Fourier series and transforms. Introduction to partial differential equations and boundary value problems.

4. Prerequisite(s)Math 202

5. Textbook(s) and other required materialDennis G. Zill and Michael R. Cullen, Advanced Engineering Mathematics, (Third Edition), Jones and Bartlett Publishers

6. Course Objectives are 1. to learn vector calculus and the vector integral theorem and their applications2. to expose the students to the basic methods of applied mathematics3. to each students the integral transform4. to learn PDE’s using Fourier series and the integral transforms

7. Learning OutcomesAfter successfully completing the course, the students will be able to

Outcome 1: apply methods of applied mathematics to a variety of engineering problems

Outcome 2: apply the vector calculus and integral theorems to line and surface integrals

Outcome 3: solve differential and some integral equations using Laplace transform

Outcome 4: tackle the problems involving the wave, heat and Laplace equations using the Fourier series or integral transforms.

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8. Topics Covered Vector calculus and Green, Gauss and Stokes theorem. Laplace transforms and solutions of differential equations. Fourier, Bessel and Legendre series. Sturm-Liouville theory. Partial differential equations and solutions of BVP by separation methods and

integral transforms.

9. Class/Laboratory Schedule.3 lectures per week, 50 minutes each.

10. Contribution of course to meeting the professional componentThe science and engineering students will learn to apply mathematical methods to different problems in ordinary and partial differential equations in their own discipline. The course emphasizes the applications rather than theoretical proofs.

11. Relationship of course to program outcomesThis course supports the following program outcome:

The students are expected to have learnt the basic tools of applied mathematics in solving applied and engineering problems in their respective areas of study.

12. Prepared by Professor F.D. Zaman, January 16, 2007

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COURSE SYLLABUS

1. Department, Number and Title of course Department: Mathematical SciencesCourse Number: Math 302Course Title: Engineering Mathematics

2. Designation: Required Course for Electrical Engineering Students

3. Course (Catalog) Description

Vector analysis including vector fields, gradient, divergence, curl, line and surface integrals, Gauss’ and Stokes’ theorems. Introduction to complex variables, vector spaces and subspaces. Linear independence, basis and dimension, solution of linear equations, orthogonality, eigenvalues and eigenvectors.

4. Prerequisite(s)Math 202

5. Textbook(s) and other required materialAdvanced Engineering Mathematics by P. O’Neil, 5th edition (2003).

6. Course Objectives are 5. to learn vector calculus and the vector integral theorem and their applications6. to expose the students to the basic complex variables to engineering students7. to introduce complex integration8. to provide basic know-how about matrix eigenvalue problems and diagonalization

7. Learning OutcomesAfter successfully completing the course, the students will be able to

Outcome 1: To be able to apply integral theorems of vector calculus to line and surface integrals arising in engineering problems

Outcome 2: To be able use complex variables and complex integration in engineering problems

Outcome 3: To be able to handle linear models as systems and in the form of matrix eigenvalue problems

Outcome 4: To use diagonalization and orthogonal matrices in applications

8. Topics Covered Vector calculus and Green, Gauss and Stokes theorem. Linear syestems Matrix eigenvalue problems and related topics Complex varaibles Complex integration

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9. Class/Laboratory Schedule.3 lectures per week, 50 minutes each.

10. Contribution of course to meeting the professional componentThe engineering students will learn to some basic linear algebra, integral calculs and complex variables in order to apply these ideas to engineering peoblems

11. Relationship of course to program outcomesThis course supports the following program outcome:

The students are expected to have learnt some basic tools of applied mathematics in solving and understanding engineering problems in their respective areas of study.

12. Prepared by Professor F.D. Zaman, January 16, 2007

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KING FAHD UNIVERSITY OF PETROLEUM & MINERALSDHAHRAN, SAUDI ARABIA

1. Department, Number and Title of the Course

Department: Department of Mathematical SciencesCourse Number: STAT319Course Title: Probability and Statistics for engineers and Scientists

2. Designation: Service Course

3. Course (Catalogue) Description

Presentation and interpretation of data, elementary probability concepts, random variables and probability distributions, binomial, Poisson, exponential, Weibull, normal and lognormal random variables. Estimation, tests of hypotheses for one sample problem. Simple and multiple linear regression, application to engineering problems. The lab sessions will be devoted to problem solving using STATISTICA.

4. Prerequisites

MATH 201

5. Textbook and Other Required Material

Text: Probability & Statistics for Engineers and Scientists, by Walpole et al. (2002) 7th edition.

Lab Manual: Laboratory Manual for STAT319 by Muttlak, Joarder and Al-Sabah, KFUPM Press

6. Course Objectives are to

(1) familiarize with the techniques of data analysis (2) understand the basic elements of probability studied;(3) understand the assumptions, methods, and implications associated with various

methods of statistical inference (4) be proficient in using STATISTICA and be able to interpret the associated output.

7. Topics Covered

a. Descriptive Statisticsb. Elementary Probability Methodsc. Random Variables and Mathematical Expectationd. Discrete Distributionse. Continuous Distributionsf. Estimation of Parametersg. Tests of hypothesesh. Linear Regression Model

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8. Class/ Laboratory Schedule

3 lectures per week, 5 minutes each plus a 3 hour lab per week

9. Learning Outcomes

After successfully completing the course, students will be able to

Outcome 1: apply the analytical and computational skills to analyze data

Outcome 2: calculate the probability of events

Outcome 3: estimate and test mean, difference of means and proportion

Outcome 4: apply analytical and computational skills to establish linear regression model,

and make inference about the contribution of explanatory variable on the dependent variable

10. Relationship of Course to Program OutcomesCourse

OutcomesPublished Program Outcomes

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Outcome 1: apply the skills to analyze data

Outcome 2: calculate the probability of events

Outcome 3: estimate and test mean, difference of means and proportion

Outcome 4: Establish linear regression model, and make inference about the contribution of explanatory variable on the dependent variable

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Physics 101 - General Physics ISpring 2007 (Term 062)

Course Description:The topics covered include particle kinematics and dynamics; conservation of energy and linear momentum; rotational kinematics; rigid body dynamics; conservation of angular momentum; simple harmonic motion; the static and dynamics of fluids.

Co-requisite: MATH 101

Textbook: "Fundamentals of Physics", by Halliday, Resnick and Walker, Seventh Edition, John Wiley & Sons, Inc (2006).

Teaching Method:The course material will be presented in lectures (3 hrs. per week). Problem solving techniques will be shown in recitations (1 hr. per week). The understanding of concepts learned in the lectures will be strengthened by laboratory work (3 hrs. per week). Lab sessions will start during the second week of the semester. Solutions to the homework problems will be posted on the Physics 101 notice board according to the posted schedule. Office hours (OH) of the instructors may better be utilized for clarifying the course material and developing problem solving skills on a regular basis. Please see the master list of OH for identifying the instructor who is available at a particular time.

Attendance:Attendance in lectures, recitations and labs is compulsory. It will be enforced and evaluated according to the current university regulations. A DN grade shall be given to the student who has 3 absences in labs or 12 unexcused absences in (lectures + recitations) or the combination of both. Student who has valid excuse for his absence must present officially authorized document to his instructor no later than one week following his resumption to the classes. Only those students who have less than 6 absences in the whole semester shall be promoted to upper grade if they reach the borderline between two grades (for example F to D or B to B+ etc.).

Grading Policy:Class work 10% Grades: A+ 80 53 C < 60Lab work 20% 77 A < 80 47 D+ < 53Major Exam I 20% 73 B+ < 77 41 D < 47Major Exam II 20% 67 B < 73 F < 41Final Exam 30% 60 C+ < 67_______________________Total 100%

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(a) Class work (with average score 60/100):The class score shall be derived from student’s performance in quizzes/class test. The quizzes/class test will be of problem solving type. Home works may be collected. Moreover, the quizzes may contain problems similar to Home work problems.

(b) Lab work (with average score 140/200):The lab score shall be derived from a combination of lab reports/quizzes, and lab final exam.

(c) Exams:All exams will be of multiple choice type. A sheet of important formulae (not definitions) will be provided in all exams. First Major Exam: 24/03/2007, Second Major Exam: 05/05/2007, Final Exam: 07/06/2007. No cell telephones (MOBILE PHONES) are allowed in the examination rooms.

Make-up Exam Policy:Student who has missed an exam (1st or 2nd) with valid excuse must present officially authorized document to the course coordinator within 3 days after the exam for a make-up. However, if you miss the Final Exam with valid excuse you will get “IC” in the course and you will take the Final Exam the following semester. If you do not have a valid excuse, the score for that exam will be zero. Personal excuses are not welcomed.

Course homepage: http://www.kfupm.edu.sa/phys/101

Please see the next pages for exam dates and homework assignment.

Dr. M. S. Abdelmonem (Physics 101-Lecture Coordinator)

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Physics 102 - General Physics II – Spring 2007 - 2008 (Term 062)Course Schedule, Coordination and Grading Policy

http://www.kfupm.edu.sa/phys/102/

1) Course Description (Undergraduate bulletin 2001-2003) A continuation of PHYS 101. Topics covered include: wave motion and sound; temperature, first and second law of thermodynamics; kinetic theory of gases; Coulomb’s law; the electric field; Gauss’ law; electric potential; capacitors and dielectrics; D.C. circuits; the magnetic field; Ampere’s and Faraday’s laws.

2) Prerequisite: PHYS 101, Co-requisite: MATH 102

3) Textbook: "Fundamentals of Physics", by Halliday, Resnick and Walker, Extended 7th Ed. John Wiley & Sons (2005).

4) Method: The course material will be presented in: lectures (3 hrs/week), lab work (3 hrs/week) and problem-solving techniques will be shown in recitations (1 hr/week). Attendance in lectures, recitations and Lab’s is compulsory.

5) Grading Policy

(A) Course grade: The course grade will be evaluated as follows:%age *1000-Point System Grades

Class-work 10% 100 A+ 800 530 C 600

Laboratory 20% 200 770 A 800 470 D+ 530

First major exam 20% 200 730 B+ 770 410 D 470

Second major exam 20% 200 670 B 730 F 410

Final exam 30% 300 600 C+ 670

Total 100% 1000

*Based on the 1000-point system for the whole course, the class work grade will be assigned 100 points, Lab work 200 points, etc.

(B) Class-work (with average score 60/100) shall comprise of: A minimum of 5 quizzes (no quizzes in the last week of the classes). Homework problems are assigned from the textbook (exercises &

problems) or other means and may be collected by some instructors. Solutions to the homework problems will be posted on the Physics 102 notice board after completion of the corresponding chapter.

(C) Laboratory work (with average score 140/200)

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The lab work score will be based on the lab final and any/or a combination of the lab reports, lab quizzes, lab exams (written and/or practical), ... etc. as chosen by the lab instructor.

To the student who is repeating the course: You do not have to repeat the lab provided you had a score > or = 120 out of 200. Please make a request to carry your lab score by filling a form with the secretary within two weeks from the start of classes, after which no request will be entertained.

(D) Major and final examinationsThe major exams and the final exam will be of multiple-choice type.

7) Attendance: Attendance will be enforced and evaluated according to current university regulations. A DN grade will be given to any student exceeding 12 absences (LLF + Rec.) without official excuses and/or three absences in laboratory experiments. Any student in possession of an excuse for officially authorized absence must present this excuse to his instructor no later than one week following his resumption of class attendance. Only those students who have 5 absences, or less, in the whole semester shall be promoted to higher grade if they reach the borderline ( ≤ 10 points out of 1000 ) between two letter grades (for example F (400) to D (410) or B (720) to B+ (730) etc.)

Note: It is your responsibility to visit the registrar web page for withdrawal dates, final exam date and time.

Prof. Dr. Ibraheem Nasser (Physics 102-Lectures Coordinator)

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MODERN PHYSICS ( PHYS 212 )SPRING 2006/07 (TERM 062)

INSTRUCTOR Dr. Mohammed M Faiz

Office: 6-232 Phone 2284Research Lab: 6-252 Phone 4105 E-mail: mmfaiz@kfupm.edu.saWeb site: http://faculty.kfupm.edu.sa/PHYS/mmfaizOffice Hours: 10 – 11 am Saturday through Wednesday

COURSE DESCRIPTION (3-3-4)

An introductory course in Modern Physics. Topics covered include: Special Theory of Relativity; Quantum Theory of Electromagnetic Radiation; Wave-Particle Duality; Atomic Physics; Quantum Mechanics; Selected Topics in Solid State Physics and Nuclear Physics.

PRE-REQUISIT PHYS 102

TEXTBOOK

“Modern Physics” by R. A. Serway, C. J. Moses and C. A. Moyer, 2nd ed., Saunders College Publishing (1997)

REFERENCES

1. “Concepts of Modern Physics” by A. Baiser, 6th ed., McGraw-Hill (2003)2. http://nobelprize.org/educational_games/physics

GRADING POLICY

Class work 20%Lab Work 20%1st Major Exam 15%2nd Major Exam 15%Final Exam 30%____________________________Total 100%

All announcements, grades, dates of exams and quizzes will be posted on the WebCT site: https://webcourses.kfupm.edu.sa/webct/public/home.pl

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IMPORTANT REMARKS

1. Absences: Be on time for classes. Attendance record will be considered for boarder line cases. A DN grade will be given to students exceeding 6 unexcused absences.

2. Homework: You will be asked to submit selected problems, but you are urged to solve all problems. The HW assignments and solutions will be posted on the WebCT site.

3. Quizzes: A Quiz will be given at the end of each chapter. You are advised to work out the homework problems before the Quiz (not just glance at the solutions). The Quiz is cancelled for students who have a justified absence. There is no make up for the Quizzes.

4. Make up exams will be given only for students who have officially documented excuses.

5. Lab Report is due on the day you start the next experiment. Late report (up to one week) will receive only 50% of the score. Report that is more than one week late will not be accepted for grading. The Lab Report should have the following format:

LAB REPORT FORMAT:

COVER PAGE: Title of the ExperimentStudent's Name and IDCourse and InstructorDate

AIM: The purpose of the experiment.

INTRODUCTION: A brief description of the physical principles of the experiment.

PROCEDURE: Step by step details of the actual experimental procedure with figures/block diagrams, as needed.

DATA & ANALYSIS: Tabulate your data with correct units.Estimate error, wherever possible.Plot your data clearly.Show all steps of your calculations.

DISCUSSION: Compare your results with theory.Discuss your results.

CONCLUSION: A brief summary of your results and their accuracy.

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REFERENCES: List all relevant references you have used for the report.

You are encouraged to use a computer to prepare your report

Dr. M. Faiz

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PHYSICAL GEOLOGY (GEOL 201)

INSTRUCTOR: Dr. Adly Kh. Al-SaafinOffice No.: 4/104-7Office Tel. No.: 3184E-mail: adly@kfupm.edu.sa

PHYSICAL GEOLOGY LECTURES

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course is designed to study the earth and geologic processes which shape our planet. The course offer an overview of origin and types of minerals and rocks, plate tectonics, geological structures, earthquakes, volcanism, mass wasting, desert & wind, running water, groundwater, and energy & mineral resources.

PREREQUISITE: None

LECTURE TEXT BOOK:Tarbuck, E. J., and Lutgens, F. K., 2005, Earth - An Introduction to Physical

Geology (Eighth Edition): Pearson Education, Inc., New Jersey.

PHYSICAL GEOLOGY LABORATORY

Course Descriptions:Laboratory session of physical geology course (GEOL 201) is concentrated on identification and characterization of rock-forming minerals and rocks, reading and interpretation of topographic and geologic maps. Special emphasis is given to define, allocate and study the pronounced landforms in Saudi Arabia.

Co-requisite:Students registered for GEOL 201 Lab must take the corequisite GEOL 201 lecture.

Lab Textbook:Hamblin, W. K., and Howard, J. D., 2005, Exercises in Physical Geology (Twelfth Edition): Pearson Prentice Hall, New Jersey.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

1. Familiarize the students with fundamental concepts and theories of geosciences (metamorphism, Bowen’s reaction series, stratification, rock cycle, plate tectonics, ).

2. Demonstrate an understanding of the origin, formation, characteristics, composition, and various types of the minerals and rocks.

3. Demonstrate an understanding of the interior structure and face of our planet.

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4. Demonstrate an understanding of the external and internal geologic process that shaped or shaping the Earth (i.e. weathering processes, magma movement and eruption,..).

5. Demonstrate an understanding of the different types of crustal deformation (i.e. folds, faults, and joints)

6. Demonstrate an understanding of the causes and types of the natural hazards (i.e. .earthquakes, volcanic eruption, landsliding, floods, ..).

7. Demonstrate an understanding of the interrelationship between the plate motion and volcanic eruption, hot spots, island arcs, and earthquakes).

8. Demonstrate an understanding of the presence and distribution of natural resources within our planet (i.e. water, soil, minerals and energy).

9. Teach the students how to identify and characterize the rock-forming minerals, and various rock types, how to read and construct topographic and geologic maps.

10. Familiarize the students with the pronounced landforms distributed in earth surface (special emphasis on landforms of Saudi Arabia)

11. Prepare the student for understanding the interrelationship between the Man and Earth’s environments.

12. Prepare the students to utilize the geologic knowledge in understanding, characterizing and evaluation the natural setting encountered of engineering, oil industry, natural resources, and environmental projects.

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Upon completion of the physical geology course, the students will attain the following learning outcomes:

Expected Course OUTCOME

Student will be able to: Expected outcome will be developed though

ABET’s OUTCOME

OUTCOME ITechnical

communication skills

i. Communicate effectively with others orally and in written form.

ii. Create scientific communication in PowerPoint presentation, memos, reports and proposal format

i. Reading textbook and lecture notes, searching internet, using WebCT, attending lectures, sharing in discussion, asking questions.

ii. Completing the required course assignments (homework, quizzes exams and lab reports) in written format.

g

OUTCOME IIBasic scientific

competence

i. Understand and apply the geologic knowledge to explain various geologic phenomena that occur in the Earth.

ii. Understand and apply basic principles of physical geology to geologic, engineering and environmental applications.

i.course requirements successfully.

ii.assignments.

iii.skills, and practicing suitable

a & b & e & f & h & j

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iii. Understand the interrelationship between human and the Earth environments.

iv. Apply the geologic knowledge to define the adverse impacts of the geologic processes on Man and urbanization projects placed on and in the Earth

v. Evaluate and synthesize the acquired data in solving various geologic problems such floods, landslides,

scientific methods in data analysis

iv.assignments in laboratories, and course work

OUTCOME IIILaboratory technical

competence

i. Identify and classify basic geologic materials, including common minerals, rocks, structures, and know their basic material properties.

ii. Apply the geologic knowledge in reading and interpreting topographic and geologic maps.

iii. Apply the geologic knowledge to define and locate the major landforms using landsat images or topographic maps.

i.physical geology course.

ii.geology lab assignments.

a, b & k

OUTCOME IVAbility to work effectively on a

professional team

i. Communicate effectively with team members through personal, telephone, and electronic means

Work responsibly as a team member.

i.assignments in the laboratory and course work.

d & e & g

OUTCOM VTechnical and

computer competence

i. Utilize the basic computer tools such as word processors, spreadsheets, PowerPoint, e-mail and internet in completion their technical course work.

ii. Know how to utilize the available landsate images, topographic and contour maps (i.e. NASA, USGS, etc.) web sites) in completion & satisfying scientific and engineering works.

i. Using the necessary computer software and web sites in completing the acquired assignments.

i & k

OUTCOME VIEffective methods in problem-solving & critical thinking

skills

i. Critically read and analyze scientific articles.

ii. Collect, analyze, integrate the acquired results and write up the necessary reports.

iii. Applying geologic knowledge in identifying, analyzing, and solving problems that are concerned with the Earth such as geologic issues, geohazards, and environmental projects

i. Fulfillment of the course requirements

ii. Participation in the class discussions

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TOPICS COVERED:

I. PHYSICAL GEOLOGY LECTURES: 1. Introduction to geology2. Minerals3. Plate tectonics4. Igneous rocks5. Metamorphic rocks6. Weathering & soil formation7. Sedimentary rocks8. Earthquake9. Volcanic rocks & Volcanism10. Mass wasting11. Desert and winds12. Running water13. Groundwater14. Mineral resources15. Energy resources

II. PHYSICAL GEOLOGY LBORATORY 1. Minerals (identification & characterization)2. Rocks (identification & characterization)3. Topographic mapping4. Geologic mapping5. Landforms of Saudi Arabia6. Sand bodies and eolian processes

CLASS / LABORATORY SCHEDULE:

The course will be offered as two (20 lectures per week, 50 minutes each, and 3 hours laboratory per week for the duration of the semester (15 weeks). Lectures and lab sessions will be distributed and scheduled as follows:

PHYSICAL GEOLOGY LECTURES SCHEDULE:

Week # Topics Reading

1 Introduction to Geology Chapter1

2 Plate Tectonics Chapter2

3 Matter and Minerals Chapter 3

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4 Igneous Rocks Chapters 4

5 Volcanic Rocks & Volcanism Chapters 5

FIRST MAJOR EXAM (TBA)

6 Weathering, and Soil Chapter 6

7 Sedimentary Rocks Chapter 7

8 Metamorphic Rocks Chapter 8

8 Geologic Time Chapter 9

9 Crustal Deformation (Geologic Structures) Chapter10

10 Earthquakes Chapter11

SECOND MAJOR EXAM (TBA)

11 Mass wasting Chapter15

12 Deserts and Winds Chapter19

13 Running (Surface) Water Chapter 16

14 Groundwater Chapter 17

15 Energy & Mineral Resources Chapter 21

FINAL EXAMINATION

PHYSICAL GEOLOGY LABORATORY SCHEDULE:

Week Topics2 Minerals3 Minerals

4 Minerals

5 EXAM I6 Igneous Rocks

7 Sedimentary Rocks

8 Metamorphic Rocks

9 EXAM II

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10 & 11 Topographic Maps12 Geologic Maps13 Landforms in Saudi Arabia 14 Sand bodies and Aeolian Processes

15 FINAL EXAM

Methods of Instruction:

Lecture notes, quizzes, exams, assignments, and other relevant information will be distributed after each class, via the WebCT, or e-mail to demonstrate and test the knowledge of concepts. Extra examples, demonstrations, and exam hints will be discussed in the class. So if you don't go to class, you may miss out on these.

Appropriate and relevant, instructive films may substitute some lecture topics.

Teaching Facilities:1. WebCT2. Power Point Presentations (data-show in the smart room)3. Internet-based Education4. Video Films

Contribution of physical geology course to meeting the professional component:

Physical Geology course is designed to develop through understanding of basic geologic concepts that are needed to understand the major structure and that changes occurred in our planets. Communication and critical thinking skills for participants will be enhanced during the course work. Laboratory mission is designed to promote the team spirit and strengthening the discussion and observation skills. Overall, the expected outcomes of the physical geology course will be useful and will meet the professional components (knowledge, skills, and behavior) for both science and engineering students who are entitled to deal with the geological, engineering and environmental applications.

Relationship of course to ABET program outcomes:

CauseOutcomes

ABET Program Outcomes (*)a b c d e f g h i j k

I XII X X X X X XIII X X XIV X X XV X XVIVII X X X X

(*)Designation of ABET Program Outcomes:

(a) an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering

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(b) an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data

(c) an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability

(d) an ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams

(e) an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems

(f) an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility

(g) an ability to communicate effectively

(h) the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context

(i) a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning

(j) a knowledge of contemporary issues

(k) an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice.

Prepared by: Dr. Adly Kh. Al-Saafin January 30, 2007

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ISE 307: Engineering Economic Analysis: (3-0-3)

Catalog description: Introduction to concepts of economic decision-making from a cash flow viewpoint. It includes present worth analysis, cash flow equivalence, rates of return, replacement analysis, benefit-cost analysis, depreciation and taxes, and projects break-even point, selection, and sensitivity analysis.

Course objectives: Develop students' awareness of the concepts of cash flow approach, time value of

money, product/project costing and rate of return. Introduce students to the process of integrating engineering proposals with

economic analysis in order to select among several viable alternative projects. Understand and appreciate the models and measures used in decision making in

the area of engineering economics.

Course learning outcomes

Students completing this course will be able to:

Evaluate the economic feasibility of investments related to engineering projects. Assess the impact of depreciation, taxation and other economic factors on

projects' feasibility. Conduct sensitivity analysis on key compounding parameters. Develop policies for assets replacement. Assess alternative financing modes. Make financially prudent decisions in everyday life (car/home loans or

investments). Prerequisites

Junior standing.

Course Textbook:

C. Park, Fundamentals of Engineering Economics, Prentice Hall, 2003.

References: Park, Chan S., Contemporary Engineering Economics, 3rd Ed., Prentice Hall, 2002. Sullivan, Wicks, Luxhoj, Engineering Economy, 12th. Ed., Prentice-Hall, 2003.

Grading Policy:Attendance 5%Homework 15%Quizzes 10%Exam 1 20%Exam 2 20%Final 30%

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Topics

Topic Chapters No of Lectures

Engineering Economic Decisions 1 1.5Time Value of Money 2 5Equivalence Calculations under Inflation 4 4 Exam IPresent Worth Analysis 5 5Annual Equivalence Analysis 6 3Rate of Return Analysis 7 4 Exam IIProject Cash Flow Analysis 9 4.5Handling Project Uncertainty 10 5Replacement Decisions 11 5Cost-Benefit Analysis 12 5

Computer usage

There will be a number of homework assignments and case studies that will be solved through Excel.

Every student should have a WebCT account.

Engineering science: 2 credits Engineering Design : 1 credit

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Part E

Curriculum Vitae for Deans of Colleges & Chairmen of Departments

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Samir A. AL-BaiyatDean, College of Engineering SciencesActing Dean, College of Applied Engineering and Professor, Electrical Engineering

Degrees:

B.S., Electrical Engineering, University of Petroleum & Minerals, 1977 M.S., Electrical Engineering, University of Petroleum & Minerals, 1980 Ph.D., Electrical Engineering, University of Noter Dame, December 1986

Years of Service on Faculty including date of original appointment and dates of advancement in rank:

2005 - Present: Professor of Electrical Engineering 1994 - 2005: Associate Professor of Electrical Engineering 1986 - 1994: Assistant Professor of Electrical Engineering

Other Related Experience:

Graduate Assistant, Electrical and Computer Engineering Dept., University of Notre Dame, August 1985 - May 1986. Lecturer, EE Dept. KFUPM, October 1979 - August 1980. Graduate Assistant, EE Dept. KFUPM, June 1977 - October 1979.

Consulting and Patents:

2006 – Present: Member of a Commission on Arbitration in the Kingdom's Electricity Sector, Electricity & Co-Generation Regulatory Authority

Evaluation of Electric Energy Trading Benefits Within Mashreq Arab Countries, funded by the ARAB FUND for Economical and Social Development, Kuwait, Nov 1992 - July 1994.

Feasibility Study for the Interconnection of Arab Mashreq States Electrical Power Systems, Funded by the ARAB FUND for Economical and Social Development, Kuwait, Sept. 1988 - June 1991.

Professional Engineering License

Principal Publications of Last Five Years:

1. A.H.M.A.Rahim and S.A.Al-Baiyat, “A Robust Design of a Static VAR Compensator Controller for Power System Stability Improvement”, Proc. of the Summer Computer Simulation Conference (SCSC’03), pp. 107-112, Montreal, Canada, July 2003.

2. Naji A. Al-Musabi, Z. M. Al-Hamouz, H. N. Al-Duwaish and S. Al-Baiyat “Variable Structure Load Frequency Controller using Particle Swarm Optimization Technique”, 10 th IEEE Internatioal Conference on Electronics, Circuits and Systems, Sharjh, Uunited Arab Emirates, December 2003.

3. Naji A. Al-Musabi, H. N. Al-Duwaish, Z. M. Al-Hamouz, Samir Al-Baiyat, “Variable Structure Load Frequency Controller: Optimal Design and Chattering Reduction Using Particle Swarm Optimization Algorithm”, OPTIM’04, Brasov, Romania, May 2004.

4. Al-Baiyat, S. A., “Model Reduction of Bilinear Systems Described by Input-Output Difference Equation”, International Journal of Systems Sciences Vol. 35, No. 9, (2004), pp. 503 – 510.

5. Al-Musabi, N. A., Al-Duwaish, H. N., Al-Hamouz, Z. M., and Al-Baiyat, S. A., “Optimal Design of Variable Structure Load Frequency Controller with Nonlinearities using TABU Search Algorithm”, 1 st International Conference on Informatics in Control, Automation and Robotics (ICINCO 2004) , Setubal, Portugal, August 2004.

6. Rahim A.H.M.A., and Al-Baiyat, S.A., “A Robust Damping Controller Design for a Unified Power Flow Controller”, Proc. 39th Universities Power Engineering Conference, Bristol, UK, September, 2004.

7. Rahim A.H.M.A., Al-Baiyat S.A., and M. F. Kandlawala, “A Fuzzy STATCOM Control for Power System Damping Enhancement”, Proceedings of the 2nd IEEE GCC Conference, pp. 1-5, Bahrain, November 2004.

8. M. U Otaru, N. A. Al-Musabi and S. A. Al-Baiyat, “Robust PID Stabilizer Design Using Genetic Algorithms”, Proceedings of the 2nd IEEE GCC Conference, pp. 33-36 , Bahrain, November 2004.

9. AL-Baiyat, S. A. “Power System Transient Stability Enhancement by STATCOM with Nonlinear H∞

Stabilizer”, Electric Power Systems Research Vol. 73, No. 1, pp. 43 – 52, January 2005.10. Al-Baiyat, S. A., “Design of a Robust SVC Damping Controller Using Nonlinear H∞ Technique”, Arabian

Journal for Science and Engineering Vol 30. No. 1B, pp. 65-80, April 2005.

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11. Al-Baiyat, S.A., Abuelma'atti, M.T., El-Suwailem, O.A., Budaiwi, I.M., Said S.A.M., and Abd El-Barr M.I., “Cooperative Education Experience at King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals”, Proceeding of the 14 th

World Conference on Cooperative Education, Boston, USA, June 2005. 12. Al-Hamouz, Z., Al-Musabi, N., Al-Duwaish H., and Al-Baiyat S., “On the Design of Variable Structure Load

Frequency Controllers by Tabu Search Algorithm: Application to Nonlinear Interconnected Models”, Electric Power Components and Systems, Vol. 33, No. 11, November 2005, pp. 1253-1267.

13. Al-Baiyat S.A., and Rahim A.H.M.A., “Design of a Roubst Fixed-Parametr SVC Damping Controller through Graphical Loop-Shaping Technique", AMSE Journal on Advances in Modeling and Analysis, Series C, Vol. 60, no. 5, pp. 43-58, 2005.

14. Rahim A.H.M.A., Bakhashwain J. M., and Al-Baiyat S. A., "Robust Damping Controls for a Unified Power Flow Controller," International Journal of Emerging Electric Power Systems: Vol. 6: No. 2, August 2006.

15. Rahim A.H.M.A., and Al-Baiyat S. A., "Adaptive Stabilizing Control of Power System through Series Voltage Control of a Unified Power Flow Controller", Summer Computer Simulation Conference, SCSC'06, pp. 251-256, ISBN 1-56555-307-1, Calgary, July/Aug 2006.

Scientific and Professional Societies of Which a Member:

Member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE). Vice Chairman of IEEE Saudi Arabia Section 1995 – 1997. Chairman of IEEE Saudi Arabia Section 1997 – 2002 Past Chairman of IEEE Saudi Arabia Section 2002 – Member of Saudi Council of Engineers Chairman of the Board of the Saudi Scientific Society of Electrical Engineers 2003 -

Honors and Awards:

Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd Prize for Applied Research, 1995-96, "Feasibility Study Electrical Network Interconnection of Mashreq Arab Countries" Submitted to the Arab Fund for Economic and Social Development, Kuwait, 1992.

IEEE Third Millennium Medal: The IEEE Headquarters (USA), in celebration of the third millennium, gives award. It honors members for their outstanding contribution to the IEEE activities.

IEEE Services Recognition: The IEEE Headquarters (USA), in recognition for services and contributions towards the advancement of IEEE and the Engineering profession. In an honor for chairing the Saudi Arabia Section for the period 1997 – 2001.

Institutional and Professional Service in the Last Five Years:

Dean, College of Engineering Sciences, March 2002 – Present Acting Dean, College of Applied Engineering, March 2002 – Present Director of University Summer Program Summer 2006 Chairman, Electrical Engineering Department, September 1995- March 2002

Professional Development Activities in the Last Five Years:

Attended Workshop on Academic Leadership, December 2005Attended Workshop on Developing the Roles of Colleges Deans as Academic Leaders, March 2004

Other Assigned Duties: Served in the following committees

Committee Position1. University Board Member2. College Council Chairman3. Academic Committee Member4. Textbook Committee Member5. Faculty Affairs Member6. Graduate Assistant

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1. Name: Umar Al-Turki2. Rank: Associate Professor 3. Degrees:

Ph.D., Decision Sciences and Engineering Systems, 1994 Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, U.S.A.

M.Sc., Industrial Engineering and Management, 1989 Oklahoma State University, U.S.A.

M.Sc., Systems Engineering, 1986 King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals, Dhahran, Saudi Arabia.

B.Sc., Systems Engineering, 1982 King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals, Dhahran, Saudi Arabia.4. Number of years of service at KFUPM: 25 years

2007-Now

2006-Now

2000-2006

1994-2000

1990-1994

1987-1990

1986-1994

1982-1986

DeanCollege of Computer Science and Engineering, KFUPM

DirectorCenter of Exellence in Maintenance, KFUPM

Associate Professor, ChairmanDepartment of Systems Engineering, KFUPM

Assistant ProfessorDepartment of Systems Engineering, KFUPM

Saudi Arabian Fellowship for Graduate StudiesDepartment of Decision Sciences and Engineering SystemsRensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, NY, U.S.A.

Saudi Arabian Fellowship for Graduate StudiesDepartment of Industrial Engineering and ManagementOklahoma State University, Oklahoma, U.S.A.

Lecturer Department of Systems Engineering, KFUPM

Graduate Assistant Department of Systems Engineering, KFUP

Otherrelated experiences 5. Consult

ing, patents etc.

Developing a “Corporate integrated strategic plan for AMIANTIT, a leading pipe manufacturer in Middle East”, (Team member) RI Project # PN26057. Completed in 1999.

Developing a “simulation model for bus scheduling & routing during the Nafrah period”, Hajj Ministry (Team Member) Completed in July, 2000.

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(List as appropriate)

Developing the Strategic plan for King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals, Dhahran. 2004-2005.

Developing the Strategic plan for the Ministry of Higher Education in Saudi Arabia 2005-2006.

6. State registered

none

7. Principal publications in last five years (2002-2007)

S. Raza, U.M. Al-Turki, and S.Z. Selim, “Early-Tardy Minimization for Joint Scheduling of Jobs and Maintenance Operations on a Single Machine” International Journal of Operations Research, To appear.

S.O. Duffuaa, U.M. Al-Turki, A.A. and Kulus, "A Process Targeting Model for a Product with Two Dependent Quality Characteristics Using 100% inspection", International Journal of Production Research, To appear

U.M. Al-Turki, A.A. Andijani and A. Siddiqui "ERP Implementation Trends in Saudi Arabia”, The 36th International Conference on Computers and Industrial Engineering, June 20-23, Taipei, Taiwan, 2006

U.M. Al-Turki, A.A. Andijani, and S. Arifusalam, "A New Dispatching Rule for Stochastic and Dynamic Job Scheduling", Simulation: Transactions of The Society for Modeling and Simulation International, 80(3), 165-170, 2004.

S.O. Duffuaa, U.M. Al-Turki, and F. Howsawi, "Quality Function Deployment for Designing a Basic Statistics Course", International Journal of Quality and Reliability Management, 20(6) 740-750, 2003.

U. M. Al-Turki and S.O. and Duffuaa, "Performance Measures for Academic Departments", International Journal of Educational Management, 17(7) 330-338, 2003.

8. Scientific and professional societies of which a member Senior Member of Institute of Industrial Engineering Senior member of the Operations Research and Management Science society Member of the Saudi Arabian Quality Council (SAQC)

9. Honors and awards10. Institutional and professional service in the last five years (List major services rendered for

the period (2002-2007)) Founding member of the Saudi Society of Industrial and Systems Engineers (2004). President of the Engineering Committee (Industrial Engineering Chapter) in the

Eastern Province (1998-1999). Vice President of the Gulf Chapter of the IIE (1997) President of the Engineering Committee (Industrial Engineering Chapter) in the

Eastern Province. Referee for many international and regional journals

11. Professional development activities in the last five years. (List major activities for the period (2002-2007))

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Soliman A. AlmohawisDean, College of Environmental Design and Associate Professor, Construction Engineering & Management

Degrees:B.S., Civil Engineering, University of Washington at Seattle, 1975B.S., Industrial Engineering, University of Washington at Seattle, 1975M.S., Civil Engineering (Construction Engineering and Project Management), University of Washington at Seattle, 1977.Ph.D., Civil Engineering (Construction Engineering and Project Management), University of Texas at Austin, 1986.

Years of Service on Faculty including date of original appointment and dates of advancement in rank:2004 – Present: Associate Professor and Dean of College of Environmental Design.1998 – 2004: Associate Professor and Chairman of Construction Engineering and

Management.1996 – 1998: Associate Professor of Construction Engineering & Management.1986 – 1996: Assistant Professor of Construction Engineering & Management.1980 – 1982: Lecturer of Civil Engineering and Construction Engineering &

Management.

Other Related Experience:1979 – 1980: Director of Engineering, K.A. Naval Base.1978 – 1979: Resident Engineer, K.A. Naval Base.

Consulting and Patents:2003 – 2004: PMU Campus design & construction.1997 – 2002: Executive Consultant for the Design and construction of a resort

project.

Professional Engineering License: None

Principal Publications of Last Five Years:“An Exploratory Study of Factors Impacting the Construction Industry in Saudi Arabia as a result of Joining WTO,” S. Almohawis, S. Assaf, M. Al-Khalil, Technical Report, Sep. 2005.

Scientific and Professional Societies of Which a Member:None

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Honors and Awards: Excellence in Advising Award in CED, 1991. Excellence in Teaching Award in CED, 1994.

Institutional and Professional Service in the Last Five Years: Participated in countless number of committees either as a Chairman of committees such as:Department Council, College Council, Undergraduate Regulations, Admissions, Undergraduate Program in CEM, Department Admissions.

Or as a Member in Committees such as:Academic Committee, Planning Committee, Faculty Affairs, Scientific Council, K.G. Board, Textbooks, Admissions, Prep Year Program, Academic Regulations.

Professional Development Activities in the Last Five Years: Attended and completed the following short courses, workshops and seminars:

Peter Sing’s Change Management and Organization, Dhahran, 2006. Evaluating the Quality of Teaching, Dhahran 2005. Brian Tracy Seminar on “High Performance Leadership,” Dhahran 2005. Developing the Roles of College Dean, Jubail, 2004. Developing & Managing the Architectural Design Competition, Dubai, 2004. Strategic Planning and Goal Setting, Dubai, 2004. How to Conduct Business Consulting, Dhahran, 2002. Introduction to Web CT, Dhahran, 2002. How to be an Effective University Teacher, Dhahran, 2002. The Role of Department Chairperson, Dhahran, 2002. Managing Construction Claims and disputes, Ontario, 2001. Understanding Conflict, Ontario, 2001.

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1. Name : Ahmed Z. Al-Garni2. Rank : Professor, Aerospace Engineering Department3. Degrees with Fields, Institution, and Date

B.S. in Aerospace Engineering, The University of Arizona, Tuscon, 1981 (1401H)

M.S. in Aerospace Engineering (Flight Dynamics & Control and Aerodynamics), The University of Arizona, Tuscon, 1983 (1404H)

M.S. in Aerospace Engineering (Flight Dynamics & Control and Astrodynamics), The University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, 1987 (1407H)

Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering (Flight Dynamics and Control in the Atmosphere and Space), The University of Maryland, College Park, 1991 (1412H)

4. Number of Years of Service at KFUPM: 23 yearsOriginal Appointment : 1984 (1404H), LecturerDates of Advancement in Rank : 1991(1412H), Assistant Professor

: 1996 (1417H), Associate Professor: 2001 (1421H), Professor

5. Other Related Experiences – Teaching, Industrial, etc. Proposed and initiated a short- and long-plan to develop the AE field and to

open AE Department in 1984 (1404H). Later, established the first AE Department, first B.S. Program (with 24 courses), and first M.S. program (with over 24 courses) in Aerospace Engineering in KSA.

Initiated, taught, and developed many courses in undergraduate and graduate programs at different university levels, with average student evaluation over 9 out of 10 in over 16 years. Also suggested many textbooks/references.

Participated in over 10 MS & PhD theses as supervisor/member. Advised hundreds of students and supervised over 100 Senior Projects, Co-op, and summer training students.

As the Aero-Laboratory Director, since 1998-present (1419H-present), involved in the management of the existing labs and establishment of 4 new labs, i.e., Advance Aerodynamics Lab, Flight Dynamics and Control Lab, Aerospace Structure and Maintenance Lab, and Propulsion Lab.

Participated in teaching over 10 short courses in AE Department and outside. 6. Consulting, Patents, Reviews, Projects, etc.(a) Consultations and Reviews

Gave many consultations for various industries in the Kingdom, (e.g., Royal Saudi Air Forces, Civil Aviation, and others).

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(b) Patent/Invention Obtained several US patents such as “Movable Surface Plane”, “A Submarine

for Water Purification, Filtration and Environmental Study”, “A Low Cost Air Conditioning System for Open Area”, ““Aerospace System Cooling by Means of Moving Surfaces”, etc.

(c) Funded Research Projects Worked as principal investigator in several funded research projects such as “An

experimental investigation of a leading rotation for aircraft operation at high incidence”, “Optimal control for aerospace plane using closed-form and numerical solutions”, etc.

7. State(s) in Which Registered: None8. Principal Publications in Last Five Years(a) Refereed Journals (one of a small group in the world to publish in 5 out of 6

AIAA Journals and published about 100 journal/conference papers).

The representative journal and conference papers are as follows:(1) A. Z. Al-Garni, M. Tozan, A. M. Al-Garni, and A. Jamal, “Failure Forecasting

of Aircraft Ai-Conditioning/Cooling Pack with Field Data”, Accepted for publication in the AIAA Journal of Aircraft, 2007 (1428H).

(2) A. Z. Al-Garni and A. H. Kassem, “On the Optimization of Aerospace Plane Ascent Trajectory”, Transactions of the Japan Society for Aeronautical and Space Sciences, Vol. 50, No. 168, 2007 (1428H).

(3) M. Tozan, A. Z. Al-Garni, A. M. Al-Garni and A. Jamal,, “Failure Distribution Modeling for Planned Replacement of Aircraft Auxiliary power Unit Oil Pumps,” Maintenance Journal, Vol. 19, No. 1, 2006 (1427H), pp. 60-69.

(4) A. Z. Al-Garni, A. Jamal, A. Maqsood, A. M. Al-Garni and M. Tozan, “Failure Rate Prediction for De Havilland Dash-8 Tires Employing Neural Network Technique,” AIAA Journal of Aircraft, Vol. 43, No. 2, 2006 (1427H), pp. 537-543.

(5) A. Z. Al-Garni, Saeed, F., Al-Garni, A.M., Abdullah, A., and Kassem, A., “Experimental and Numerical Investigation of 65-deg Delta and 65/40-deg Double-Delta Wings”, accepted for publication in the AIAA Journal of Aircraft, Sept. 2005 (1426H).

9. Scientific and Professional Societies of Which a Member American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA), as a Senior

Member. International Association for Hydrogen Energy. Japanese Aeronautics and Astronautics Society.

10. Honors and Awards

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Received King Abdul Aziz Al-Saud Legion of Honor Medal for the First Degree (2004 (1425H)) and Excellent Degree (2006 (1427H)) for Scientific patent, based on the Royal Directive Decision.

Received Award for Distinguished in Teaching & Academic Advising in KFUPM, 2004 (1425H).

Received the Distinguished Researcher Award from the King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals, academic year 1998-1999 (1418-19H).

11. Institutional and Professional Service in the Last Five Years(a) Committees and Other Activities

Served in over 100 committees as chairman/member during the last 15 years and Associate Editor for “The Journal of Engineering Research” Sultan Qaboos University, 2003 (1424H).

12. Professional Development Activities in the Last Five Years(a) Books/Manuals

Prepared several laboratory manuals for AE program – AE 420 (Aerospace Lab I) 2002 (1423H), AE 421 (Aerospace Lab II) 2003 (1424H), AE 401 (Aerospace System Maintenance) 2006 (1427H), and AE 402 (Aerospace Avionics) 2006 (1427H).

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DR. ABDULLAH J. AL-HAMDANChairman, Chemistry Department, KFUPMDegrees :1978 :B.Sc. Chemistry , KFUPM, Dhahran , Saudi Arabia1986 :Ph. D. Organic Chemistry, University of California, Irvine.Years of Service on Faculty including date of original appointment and dates of advancement in rank: Sept. 2006-present: Chairman, Chemistry Department, KFUPM1986-Present : Assistant Professor, Chemistry Department, KFUPM.1978-1979 : Teaching Assistant at KFUPMOther Related Experience:Cooperated faculty ARAMCO summer 1987Consulting and Patents: NoneProfessional Engineering LicenseNonePrincipal Publications of Last Five Years:A. J. Hamdan and S. Al-Jaroudi " Reactions of 2- Amino-1,4- Naphthoquinone with Aldehydes" AJSE, 28, 51-60, 2003Sh. Asrof Ali, A.J. Hamdan, and M. T. Saeed "Corrosion Inhibition: Design and Synthesis of a Novel Class of Corrosion Inhibitors." KACST Final report for Project # AR-20-72, 2004Scientific and Professional Societies of Which a Member:NoneHonors and Awards:NoneInstitutional and Professional Service in the Last Five Years:Participated in many committees either as a member or as a chairman such as:Third National Meeting of Chemists ,Faculty Application Evaluation Committee, Research Committee, Graduate Studies Committee, Information Committee, Curriculum Committee, Staff Application Committee, Seminar Coordinator, Chemistry Club, Space Utilization Committee, Safety Committee, Lab. Development Committee, Planning Committee, Advisory and Planning Committee. 1998

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Professional Development Activities in the Last FiveAttended many international conferences and short courses.

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Jamil M. Bakhashwain

Chairman, Electrical Engineering Department and Associate Professor,

Degrees:Ph.D. University of Colorado at Boulder,March 1989M.Sc. King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals, October 1981B.Sc. King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals, June 1978

Years of Service on Faculty including date of original appointment and dates of advancement in rank: March 2002 - present: Chairman, Electrical Engineering April 1996 – present: Associate Professor June 1989 – April 1996:Assistant Professor October 1981 - June 1989 :Lecturer June 1978 - Oct. 1981 :Graduate Assistant

Journal Publications of Last Five Years:Shaahid S. M., El-Amin I., Rehman S., Al-Shehri A., Bakashwain J., and Ahmad F., Potential of Autonomous/Off-grid Hybrid Wind-Diesel Power System for Electrification of a Remote Settlement in Saudi Arabia, Wind Engineering, Vol. 28(5), (2004), pp. 621 – 627. J.M. Bakhashwain, M. Sumar and S.J. Hyder, “Finite Element Modeling of Magnetostrictive Smart Structures”, , The Arabian Journal for Science and Engineering, AJSE Volume 29, Number 1C,June 2004, pp. 125-138. M. A. Abido and J. M. Bakhashwain, “Optimal VAR Dispatch Using a Multiobjective Evolutionary Algorithm” International Journal of Electrical Power & Energy Systems, Vol. 27, No. 1, January 2005, pp. 13-20. Mehmet Sunar and Jamil M. Bakhashwain, “A study on thermodynamic potential energy for magnetostrictive system”, International Journal of Exergy, Volume 2, No. 3, 2005, pp. 246-259. Mohamed M. M. Negm, Jamil M. Bakhashwain and M. H. Shwehdi, “ Speed Control of a 3-Phase Induction Motor Based on Robust Optimal Preview Control Theory, IEEE Transactions on Energy Conversion, Vol.21, No.1, March 2006. Rehman S., El-Amin I. M., F. Ahmad, Shaahid S. M., Al-Shehri A. M., Bakhashwain J. M. and Shash A., Wind Power Resource Assessment for Rafha, Saudi Arabia, Renewable & Sustainable Energy Journal, (in press). Rehman S., El-Amin I. M., F. Ahmad, Shaahid S. M., Al-Shehri A. M., Bakhashwain J. M. and Shash A., Feasibility Study of Hybrid Retrofits to an Isolated off-grid diesel Power Plant, Renewable & Sustainable Energy Journal, (in press). A.H.M.A.Rahim, E.P.Nowicki and J.M.Bakhashwain,  “Fuzzy STATCOM Control Strategies for Power System Stabilization", Automatic Control & System Engineering Journal-ICGST, Vol. 6, no. 2, 2006, pp.1-9.

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S.F.Faisal, A.H.M.A.Rahim and J.M. Bakhashwain, “Robust STATCOM Controller Design of a Multi-Machine Power System through PSO Based Loop-Shaping Method”, WSEAS Transactions on Power Systems (accepted). A.H.M.A.Rahim, J.M.Bakhashwain & S.A.Al-Baiyat, “Robust Damping Controls for a Unified Power Flow Controller”, Int. J. of Emerging Electric Power Systems (accepted)

Conferences Publications of Last Five Years:M. H. Shwehdi, J. Bakhashwain, A. Mantawy, M. Sultan, Jubran Refaaie, ”A Parametric Sensitivity Formulation For Power System Analysis”, accepted for presentation at the 14th Power System Computation Conference PSCC 2002, Sevilla, Spain, 24-28 June 2002. M. Deriche, M. Mohandes, J. Bakhashwain, “An Algorithm for IRIS Identification using Fourier Descriptors,” 10th IEEE Technical Exchange Meeting (TEM), KFUPM, Dhahran, March 22-23, 2003. M. A. Abido Y. L. Abdel-Magid, J. M. Bakhashwain, “Robust Coordinated Design Of PSS and TCSC Using Genetic Algorithms “, First GCC- IEEE Industrial Electrical & Electronics Conference, May 13-14, 2003, Manama, Bahrain M.H. Shwehdi, J.M. Bakhashwain, Bandar Al Qahtani, “Power Quality Problems and Solutions at an industrial city in Saudi Arabia”, First GCC- IEEE Industrial Electrical & Electronics Conference, May 13-14, 2003, Manama, Bahrain. M. Sunar and J.M. Bakhashwain, “A Study on Thermodynamic Potential Energy for Magnetostrictive Systems’, Proceedings of the First International Exergy, Energy and Environment Symposium, July 13-17, 2003, Izmir, Turkey, pp. 103-107. S. Rahman, I. El-Amin, A. Al-Shehri, J. Bakhashwain, F. Ahmed, S.M. Shahid, “Utilization of Wind-Diesel Systems to Provide Power Requirements of Remote Settlements in Saudi Arabia,” 4th International Workshop on Large-Scale Integration of Wind Power and Transmission Networks for Offshore Wind Farms, October 20-21, 2003, Billund, Denmark. J.M. Bakhashwain, M.H. Shwehdi, U.M. Johar and A.A. Al-Naim, “Magnetic Field Measurement and Evaluation of High Voltage transmission Lines in Saudi Arabia,” ICNIR 2003,Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Oct. 18-22,2003 I. El-Amin, & J. Bakhashwain,” Electrical Safety in Projects” presented to the Symposium on Industrial Safety, Dammam, 20-21 October 2003. M.H. Shwehdi, J.M. Bakhashwain, U.M. Johar and A.A. Al-Naim, “EMF Measurement, Mitigation, and Evaluation of EHV transmission Lines in Saudi Arabia” ,   GGG Power 2003 Conference and Exhibition, 08-10 December 2003, Muscat, Oman. M. A. Abido, J. M. Bakhashwain, “A Novel Multiobjective Evolutionary Algorithm for Optimal Reactive Power Dispatch Problem “,10th IEEE International Conference on Electronics, Circuits and Systems, ICECS 2003, December 14-17, 2003, PP.1054-1057, University of Sharjah, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates (UAE). M. Sunar, S. Adewusi and J.M. Bakhashwain, “An Experimental and the Theoretical Study for the Effect of Placement on Response of Piezoelectric Sensors”, First International Conference on: Applications of Traditional and High performance Materials in Harsh Environments, January 20-22, 2004, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates.

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Bakhashwain, J., Mohandes, M. and Khan, P. "Digital Signature and its Applications in Saudi Arabi", the Third Symposium on Scientific Research and Technological Development Outlook in the Arab World, 11-14 April, 2004. Ibrahim El-Amin, A. Al-Shehri, & J. Bakhashwain, "Performance and economic analysis of stand-alone hybrid wind-diesel power systems for remote area applications in Saudi Arabia” 10th Middle East Power Generation & transmission Conference, Dubai UAE, March 6-7, 2005. S.F.Faisal, A.H.M.A.Rahim & J. Ba-Khashwain, “Robust STATCOM Controller Design Using PSO Based Automatic Loop-Shaping Procedure”, IEEE Control Systems Society Conference CCA05, Toronto, 2005, pp. 440-445. S. M. Shaahid, I. El-Amin, S. Rehman, A. Al-Shehri, F. Ahmad, J. Bakashwain “ A Hybrid Wind-Diesel Power System for an Isolated Village in Saudi Arabia" , Submitted for possible presentation in 4th World Wind Energy Conference & Renewable Energy Exhibition 2005 , Melbourne, Australia, November 2005.    S. Rehman, I.M. El-Amin, F. Ahmad, S. M. Shaahid, A. M. Al-Shehri, and J. M. Bakhashwain, "Wind Power Assessment for a Remote Area in Saudi Arabia", Accepted for presentation in 4th World Wind Energy Conference & Renewable Energy Exhibition 2005, Melbourne, Australia, November 2005. J. M. Bakhashwain, "Electromagnetic Fields and Radiated Power: Case Study Dammam Coast Radio Station",  22nd Annual Review of Progress in Applied Computational Electromagnetics (ACES), Miami, Florida, USA, March 12-16, 2006

Scientific and Professional Societies of Which a Member:Member of the IEEE. Member of AutomaticContol Society of the IEEE.

Honors and Awards:Honor List for the undergraduate study at UPMBest Academic Advisor Award 1993/94Best Applied Research GCC/CIGRE 1995 A. S. Farag, A.M. Al-Shehri, J.M. Bakhashwain, T.C. Cheng, D. Penn, J. Thompson, "Management of Transmission Lines Magnetic Fields - Applicabilities and Constraints", Paper Granted the Best Applied Research Award, at GCC/CIGRE Regional Committee for high Voltage Electric Systems, Bahrain, Oct. 25-26, 1995.Best Papers Award GCC/CIGRE 1995Best Academic Advisor Award 1997/1998Best Applied Research GCC/CIGRE 1998 by M. H. Shwehdi, A.S. Farag,, C. A. Belhadj, J.M. Bakhashwain, H. Maghrabi, M. A. Izzularab, "Distribution Lines Composite Insulators Lightning Estimation Flashover Techniques", Paper Granted the Best Applied Research Award, at GCC/CIGRE Regional Committee for high Voltage Electric Systems, AbuDhabi, UAE, Oct. 28-29, 1998.

Professional Development Activities in the Last Five Years:Attended a short course on “Interdisciplinary Conference on Electrical, Electronics & Computer Engineering Education in The Third Millennium” organized by United

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Engineering Foundation (UEF) in cooperation with IEEE, Davos Switzerland, September 10-15, 2001Member of the Technical committee in the IEEE 8th Annual Technical Exchange Meeting, Dhahran, S.A. coordinated by the Electrical Engineering Department at KFUPM, April 17-18,2001Attended a short course on “Striving for Excellence in University Teaching and Learning III “, offered by ADC, KFUPM, Dhahran., April 7-16, 2002Attended and participated in “ Enhancing Student Learning at KFUPM “, a discussion forum offered by ADC, KFUPM, Dhahran, March 26, 2002Attended and was a member of the Publicity committee in the IEEE 9th Annual Technical Exchange Meeting, Dhahran, S.A. coordinated by the Electrical Engineering Department at KFUPM, April 17-18,2002 Participated in the 6th Saudi Engineering Conference in Dhahran, KFUPM (Member of the Registration and Finance Comm. and Chairman of the Registration Comm.), Dec 14-17,2002Participated in the 10th Annual IEEE TEM held in Dhahran, KFUPM (Member of the Organizing Comm.), March 23-24Participated in the 1st International Symposium on Wireless and Networks (ISWSN 03) in Dhahran, KFUPM (Member of the Organizing Comm. and Chairman of the Registration Comm.), March 24-26, 2003Participated in the 1st IEEE GCC conference in Bahrain (Member of the Steering Comm. and Co-Chairman of the Technical Comm.), May 13-14, 2003Co-chaired session II from 1:30- 2:45 pm on “Information Technology “ in the 1st IEEE GCC conference in Bahrain , May 14, 2003Attended Riyadh International Communication & IT Conference 2004, 29 February - 3 March. Under the patronage of HRH Prince Salman Bin AbdulAziz Attended Second Electronic War Symposium, organized by MODA,Riyadh, King Faisal Conference Hall- Intercontinental Hotel, 18-21 April 2004Attended "Developing the Roles of Department Chairmen as Academic Leaders ",Al Jubail Intercontinental Hotel, Jubail, March 20-21,2004Attended a workshop on "Assessment and Accreditation in Higher Education" held on January 4, 2004 and organized by DAD. KFUPM and inaugurated by H.E. The Minister of Higher Education Attended Introduction to WebCT: A workshop prepared by DAD , Dhahran, June 26-30, 2004.

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1. Name: Dr. Amro Mohammed Al-Qutub

2. Rank: Associate Professor

3. Degrees: B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering, KFUPM, Dhahran, KSA, 1987

M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering, KFUPM, Dhahran, KSA, 1992

Ph. D. in Aerospace Engineering, University of Alabama, Huntsville, USA, 1996

4. Number of years of Service at KFUPM: 19 years

Original Appointment: 1987, Graduate Assistant

Dates of Advancement in Rank: 1992, Lecturer

1996, Assistant Professor

2002, Associate Professor5. Other related experiences, including

teaching, industrial, etc. list in chronological order (avoid minor issues):

■ 1993-1996 – Research Assistant, Propulsion Research Center, University of Alabama, Huntsville, Alabama, USA

■ 1997 (Summer) – Aviation Department, Saudi Aramco, Dhahran, KSA

■ 2000-2001 – Researcher at Space Research Center, KACST, Riyadh, KSA (on loan)

6. Consulting, patents, etc. (List as appropriate):

● Received US Patent for Heat Engine● Received European Patent for Heat Engine

● Received US Patent for Moveable Surface Wing

● Consultant for Taiba University, Madinah Al-Munnawara, for development of Curriculum of Prep year Program

7. State(s) in which registered: None

8. Principal publication in last five years (2002-2007):

► A. M. Al-Qutub, I. M. Allam, and T. W. Qureshi, “Wear Properties of 10% Sub-micron Al2O3/6061 Aluminum Alloy Composite,” International Journal of Applied Mechanics and Engineering, 7, 329-334, 2002.

► A. M. Al-Qutub, I. M. Allam, and A. Samad, “Wear and Friction of Al-Al 2O3 Composites at Various Sliding Speeds,” submitted to International Journal of Applied Mechanics and Engineering, May 2005.

►K. A. Al-Dheylan, A. M. Al-Qutub, and Syed Hafeez, “Tensile Response of Aluminum Reinforced with Submicron Al2O3 Metal Matrix Composites,” Inter-national Journal of Mechanical and Materials Engineering, Malaysia, 2005. Accepted.

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► A. M. Al-Qutub, I. M. Allam, and T. W. Qureshi, “Effect of Submicron Al2O3 Concentration on Dry Wear Properties of 6061 Aluminum-based Composite,” Journal of Materials Processing Technology, 172, 327-331, 2006.

► A. M. Al-Qutub, I. M. Allam, and T. W. Qureshi, “Wear Properties of 10% Sub-micron Al2O3/6061 Aluminum Alloy Composite,” Second International Tribology Conference (SITC) 2000, Zielona Gora, Poland, August 25-28, 2002.

► Z. M. Gasem, and A. M. Al-Qutub, “Effect of Reinforcement on the Pitting Behavior of Powder Metallurgy Aluminum Alloy 6061/Alumina Metal Matrix Composite,” 6th Saudi Engineering Conference, Dhahran, Saudi Arabia, 2002.

► A. M. Al-Qutub, and Fahd Al-Sulaiman, “Instrumentation Design and Uncertainty Analysis for Performance Test of Small Centrifugal Compressor,” GT 2004-53828, ASME Turbo Expo 2004, June 14-17, 2004, Austria. Accepted

►Fahd Al-Sulaiman, and A. M. Al-Qutub, “Design of Small Centrifugal Compressor Test Facility, GT 2004-53821, ASME Turbo Expo 2004, June 14-17, 2004, Austria. Accepted.

► K. A. Al-Dheylan, A. M. Al-Qutub, and Syed Hafeez, “Tensile Response of Aluminum Reinforced with Submicron Al2O3 Metal Matrix Composites,” Intern-national Conference on Recent Advancement in Mechanical and Materials Engineering, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, May 2005, Paper # 52. Accepted.

► A. M. Al-Qutub, “Design of a Newly Developed UAV as a Research Platform at KFUPM: Structure, Aerodynamics, and Propulsion, SSAS Scientific Meeting, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, June 2006. Accepted.

► A. M. Al-Qutub, and I. M. Allam, “Dry Wear Properties of Particulate Matrix Composites,” Final Report – SABIC/2003-07, 2004.

9. Scientific and Professional Societies of which a member:

■ Saudi Society of Mechanical Engineers (Board Member)

■ Saudi Society of Aerospace Engineering (Board Member)

■ Saudi Council of Engineers: Innovation & Research Committee (Member)

10. Honors and Awards: ▬

11. Institutional and Professional service in the last five years (List major services rendered for the period 2002-2007):

◘ Chairman, Mechanical Engineering Department (052, 053, and present)

◘ Supervised and still supervising many Senior Design Projects, Master Thesis.

◘ Reviewed various Journal articles and Conference papers.

12. Professional development activities in the last five years (List major activities for the period 2002-2007)

◙ Establishment of the Innovation Center, under Dhahran Techno-Valley.

◙ Establishment of the Turbomachinery Technology Group of M. E. Department.

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Sidqi Ahmad Abu-Khamsin

Chairman & Professor, Department of Petroleum Engineering

DegreesB.Sc in Chemical Engineering, University of Petroleum & Minerals, June 1975M.Sc in Chemical Engineering, University of Petroleum & Minerals, Jan. 1978Ph.D in Petroleum Engineering, Stanford University, October 1984

Years of Service at KFUPM: 31 YearsOriginal appointment: August 1975, Graduate AssistantDates of advancement: January 1978, Lecturer

November 1984, Assistant Professor,August 1991, Associate ProfessorDecember 2004, Professor

Other Related Experience:Taught 15 undergraduate courses, 3 graduate courses, and 7 short courses.Worked 2 summers for Saudi Aramco researching operational problems.

Consulting & Patents:1.Chemistry and Types of Surfactants used in Alkaline/Surfactant/Polymer Flooding,

consulting service to Bahrain National Oil Comoany, Bahrain, September 2000.2.Technical Diploma Program (Geology Technology), reviewed proposal for

Petroleum and Natural Gas Institute of Technology, Hofuf, Saudi Arabia, March 2005.

3.Technical Diploma Program (Exploration Information Technology), reviewed proposal for Petroleum and Natural Gas Institute of Technology, Hofuf, Saudi Arabia, May 2005.

4."Method for Sand Control in Oil, Gas and Water Wells," by Aggour, M.A., Abu-Khamsin, S.A. and Osman, E.A., Patent US 6,364,019 B1, April 2, 2002.

Professional Engineering License

none

Principal Publications in Last Five Years1. Abu-Khamsin, S.A.: “The Effect of Pressure on Oxidation Kinetics of Tar from a

Tarmat Reservoir,” Journal of Petroleum Science & Technology, 20:1&2, Jan./Feb. 2002, pp. 113-126.

2. Abu-Khamsin, S.A.: “Feasibility of In-Situ Combustion of Tar from a Tarmat Reservoir,” Journal of Petroleum Science & Technology, 20:3&4, Mar./Apr. 2002, pp. 393-403.

3. Aggour, M.A., El-Muhareb, M., Abu-Khamsin, S.A. and Al-Majed, A.A.: "Improving Sandstone Matrix Stimulation by Gas Preconditioning," Journal of Petroleum Science & Technology, 20:3&4, Mar./Apr. 2002, pp. 425-434.

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4. Abu-Khamsin, S.A.: “The effect of Unsaturates on Low-Temperature Oxidation of Crude Oil,” Journal of Petroleum Science & Technology, 21:7&8, July/Aug. 2003, pp. 1065-1075.

5. Aggour, M.A., Abu-Khamsin, S.A. and Osman, E.A.: “Investigation of In-Situ Low-Temperature Oxidation as a Viable Sand Consolidation Technique,” Journal of Petroleum Science and Engineering, 42 (2004), pp. 107-120.

6. Evans, P., Abu-Khamsin, S.A., Sanders, P.F., and Al-Amer, A.: “Predicting Injectivity Decline in Water Injection Wells by Upscaling On-Site Core Flood Data,” Proceedings, the 6th International Conference and Exhibition on Chemistry in Industry, Manama, Bahrain, September 27-29, 2004.

7. Abu-Khamsin, S.A. and Ahmad, S.J.: "Laboratory Study on Precipitation of Calcium Sulphate in Berea Sandstone Cores," paper SPE-SA 0545 presented at the 2005 SPE Technical Symposium of Saudi Arabia Section, Dhahran, Saudi Arabia, May 14-16, 2005.

8. Abu-Khamsin, S.A.: "On-site Core flood Tests for Uthmaniyah, Hawiyah and Haradh Areas," Final Report – project # CPM2231, Research Institute, KFUPM, Dhahran, submitted to Saudi Aramco October 2003.

Scientific and Professional Societies of Which a Member:1. Society of Petroleum Engineers International (SPE)2. American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AICHE)3. Saudi Arabia Section of SPE

Honors and Awards:1. Winner of the Distinguished Teaching Award, College of Engineering Sciences,

KFUPM, 1996.2. A member in the team that won the Best Research Team Award, KFUPM, 1999.3. Distinguished Achievements Award, Department of Petroleum Engineering,

KFUPM, 1998-1999.4. King Abdul-Aziz Order of Merit of the First Degree, Saudi Royal Palace, Riyadh,

Saudi Arabia, October 2004.

Institutional and Professional Service in the Last Five Years:Supervised 1 MS thesis; member of 1 MS thesis committee; reviewed 2 research proposals; member in a number of faculty promotion committees; gave 4 lectures in industry gatherings; participated in a number of SPE workshops and colloquia; department head since Jan. 2004.

Professional Development Activities in the Last Five Years:Participated in 4 funded research project; attended numerous regional and international conferences.

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Curriculum Vitae

1. Name : Adnan Abdul-Aziz Gutub2. Rank : Assistant Professor, Computer Engineering Department3. Degrees with fields, institution, and date

B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering, KFUPM, January 1995.M.Sc. in Computer Engineering, KFUPM, June 1998.Ph.D. in Electrical & Computer Eng., Oregon State University, Sept. 2002.

4. Number of years of service at KFUPM: 11 yearsOriginal appointment: 1995, Graduate AssistantDates of advancement in rank: 1999, Lecturer; 2002, Assistant Professor

5. Other related experiences – teaching, industrial etc.-COE 200: Fundamentals of Computer Engineering, -COE 205: Computer Organization & Assembly Language Programming, - COE 305: Microcomputer System Design, - COE 360: Principles of VLSI Design, - COE 485: Senior Design Project – Coordinator and Supervisor, - COE 390: Seminar, - PYP 003: University Study Skills

6. Consulting, patents etc.None

7. State(s) in which registeredNone

8. Principal publications in last five yearsSelected Papers in Refereed Journals

A.Gutub, “Fast 160-Bits GF(p) Elliptic Curve Crypto Hardware of High-Radix Scalable Multipliers)”, International Arab Journal of Information Technology (IAJIT), Vol. 3, No. 4, Pages: 342-349, Oct.2006.

A.Gutub, “Merging GF(p) Elliptic Curve Point Adding and Doubling on Pipelined VLSI Cryptographic ASIC Architecture” , International Journal of Computer Science and Network Security (IJCSNS), Vol.6, No.3A, Pages: 44 – 52, March 2006.

A.Gutub and A.Tenca, “Efficient Scalable VLSI Architecture for Montgomery Inversion in GF(p)”, Integration, the VLSI Journal, Vol. 37, No. 2, pages 103-120, May 2004. Selected Papers in Refereed Conference Proceedings

A.Gutub, E.Savas, and T.Kalganova, “Scalable VLSI Design for Fast GF(p) Montgomery Inverse Computation”, IEEE International Conference on Computer & Communication Engineering (ICCCE '06), International Islamic University Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 9-11 May 2006.

A.Gutub, M.Ibrahim, and A.Kayali., “Pipelining GF(P) Elliptic Curve Cryptography Computation”, The 4th ACS/IEEE International Conference on

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Computer Systems and Applications (AICCSA-06), American University of Sharjah (AUS), Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, March 8-11, 2006,

A.Gutub, M.Ibrahim, and M.Araman., “Super Pipelined Digit Serial Adders for Multimedia and e-Security”, IEEE 1st International Computer Engineering Conference on New Technologies for the Information Society (ICENCO 2004), Cairo University, pages 558-561, EGYPT, December 27-30, 2004.

A.Gutub and A.Tenca, “Efficient Scalable Hardware Architecture for Montgomery Inverse Computation in GF(P)”, IEEE Workshop on Signal Processing Systems (SIPS’03), pages 93-98, Seoul, Korea, August 27-29, 2003.

A.Gutub and  M.Ibrahim., “High Performance Elliptic Curve GF(2k) Cryptoprocessor Architecture for Multimedia”, IEEE International Conference on Multimedia & Expo, ICME 2003, pages 81- 84, Baltimore, Maryland, USA, July 6-9, 2003.

A.Gutub and  M.Ibrahim., “Power-time flexible architecture for GF(2k) elliptic curve cryptosystem computation”, Proceedings of the 13th ACM Great Lakes Symposium on VLSI , pages 237-240, Washington, D. C., USA, April 28 - 29, 2003

A.Gutub, A.Tenca, E.Savas, and C.Koc, “Scalable and Unified Hardware to Compute Montgomery Inverse in GF(p) and GF(2n)”, Workshop on Cryptographic Hardware and Embedded Systems CHES’2002, pages 485-500, San Francisco Bay (Redwood City), USA, August 13-15, 2002.

9. Scientific and professional societies of which a member1. Security Research Group and Cryptography Research Group, KFUPM.2. Bio-Inspired Intelligent Systems Team, Brunel University, UK.3. Cryptographic Hardware and Embedded Systems (CHES) Research Group.

10. Honors and awards. 1. Awarded Ten Years Certificate of Service by the Rector of KFUPM, 2005.2. Awarded the 2005 Summer British Council Grant on a research project held in

Brunel University at the United Kingdom.

11. Institutional and professional service in the last five yearsDelivered Summers Workshops on:

1. Webpage Design and Applications, 2005.2. Microprocessor interfacing using Assembly Programming, 2004. 3. Designing a simple calculator using logic gates, 2003.

12. Institutional Professional development activities in the last five years.Attended several specialized development workshops, such as:

1. Improving teaching skills in KFUPM at Sept. of 2002,2003,2004,2005, 2006.2. The Role of Academic Chairman in the 21st Century, 2006.3. Research Enhancement for Junior Faculty Members, 2006. 4. Preparing Programs for Gifted Students, 2005. 5. Using WebCT in Teaching 2003.

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1. Name: Adnan Al-Amer Date of Birth: 1950

2. Academic Rank: Professor , Full Time

3. Degrees: B.Sc., Chemical. Engineering, Univ. of Baghdad, 1972M.Sc., Chemical Engineering, Univ. of Aston, Birmingham, England,

1975Ph.D., Chemical Engineering, Uni. of British Columbia, Canada, 1983

4. Years service on this faculty: 30 yearsLecturer (in training) : 1976Assistant Professor : 1983Associate Professor : 1989Professor : 2002

5. Other Related Experience: Manager of Petrochemicals and Petroleum Refining section, RI, KFUPM, 1988-1993Chairman CHE Dept., 8/2006-

6. Consulting, Patents etc.: Occasional

7. State(s) in which registered : none

8. Recent Publications(last 5 years):

Jalil, P.A., Al-Arfaj, A.A., Al-Amer, A.M., Beltramini, J., and Barri, S.I., “Characterization of tungstophosphoric acid catalyst supported on MCM-41 mesoporous Silica using n-hexane cracking activity at low space velocity, benzene adsorption, and x-ray powder diffraction” Applied Catalysis A: General 207, (2001), pp. 159-171.

Al-Amer, A.M., “Investigating Polymeric Entrainers for Azeotropic Distillation of the Ethanol/Water and MTBE/Methanol Systems”, Journal of Industrial and Engineering Chemistry Research, 39,10, (2000), pp. 3901-3906.

Al-Amer, A.M., “A model for the Screening and planning of Petrochemical opportunities and its application to propylene derivatives in Saudi Arabia”, Petrotech 2001 conference, Bahrain, 2001.

Al-Amer, A.M., “Preliminary Selection of Polymeric Entrainers for the Azeotropic Distillation of MTBE/Methanol and Ethanol/Water mixtures using the UNIFAC Group Contribution Calculations Method”, Journal of Separation Science and Technology, 36, 14 (2001) pp. 3277-3285.

Seddegi, Z.S., Budrthumal, U., Al-Arfaj, A.A., Al-Amer, A.M., and Barri, S.I., “Catalytic cracking of polyethylene over all-silica MCM-41 molecular sieve”, Applied catalysis A:General 225, (2002), pp. 167-176.

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Al-Amer, A.M., “Screening Propylene Derivatives in Saudi Arabia Using Linear Programming Model”, Journal of Industrial cooperation in the Arabian Gulf (Al Ta’awon Al Sina’e), 89, (2002), pp. 21-36.

Al-Fares, H, and Al-Amer, A.M., “An optimization model for guiding the petrochemical industry development in Saudi Arabia”, Journal of Engineering Optimization, 34, (2002), pp. 671-687.

S. Al-Khattaf, A. Iliyas, A. Al-Amer, T. Inui “The Effect of Y-zeolite Acidity on m-Xylene Transformation Reactions”, Journal of Molecular Catalysis A: Chemical 225 (2005), pp. 117-124

A.Al-Amer and S.Al-Khattaf “Xylenes Transformation over ZSM-5 Zeolite in a Fluidized-Bed Reactor”Studies in Surface Science and Catalysis. Edited by J. Cejka, N. Zilkova, and P. Nachtigall, Vol 158, (2005), pp. 1613-1620

S. Al-Khattaf, N. Tukur, A. Al-Amer, “Modeling Xylene Reactions over ZSM-5 Zeolite in a Riser Simulator: 1, 3 versus 1, 2-Methyl Shift” Ind. Eng. Chem. Res., 44(21), (2005), pp.7957-7968

S. Al-Khattaf, N. Tukur, A. Al-Amer, and U.A. Al-Mubaiyedh, “Catalytic Transformation of C7-C9 methyl benzenes over USY-based FCC zeolite catalyst”, Journal of Applied Catalysis A:General 305, (2006), pp. 21-31

9. Scientific and Professional Societies: AIChE- SA chapter

10. Honours and Awards: None

11. Subjects or Courses Taught in Most Recent Academic Year:

Spring 2006 SemesterChE 462 Petrochemical IndustriesChE 425 Engineering Economics and design principles

Spring 2007 SemesterCHE 425 Engineering Economics and design principles

12. Other Duties Performed during the Academic Year

Chairman of Chemical Engineering Department Chemical Engineering faculty advisor (No additional compensation)Member of the college of engineering council (No additional compensation)Several adhoc committees for promotions and other matters

13. Programs Participated in: on average, participate in teaching 2-3 short courses per

year.

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1. Name, current academic rank, number of years at KFUPM, and tenure status

Name Kanaan Abed FaisalAcademic Rank Assistant ProfessorNumber of Years at KFUPM 26

Tenure Status Yes

2. Date of original appointment to this faculty, followed by dates and ranks of advancement

Date Rank

July /1980 Graduate AssistantMay, 1990 Assistant Professor

3. Degrees with fields, institutions, and dates

Degree Field Institution DateB.Sc. System Engineering King Fahd University of Petroleum

& Minerals1980

M.Sc. Computer Science University of Minnesota, USA 1986Ph.D. Computer Science Washington University, USA 1990

4. Conferences, workshops, and professional development programs in which you have participated in the last 5 years to improve teaching and professional competence in computer science

DatesConference, workshop, or professional development

Program Title

Sponsoring Institution/Agency

26-29 Mar., 2006.

The Saudi 18th National Computer Conference (NCC18) held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

The Saudi Computer Society

23-24 May 2006.  The First Saudi Engineering Forum Saudi Engineering Society

May 16-17, 2006 Symposium on "The Role of Teaching and Learning Centers" KFUPM, DAD

June 26-29, 2006

The 2006 International Conference on Frontiers in Education: Computer Science and Computer Engineering (FECS’06), Las Vegas, USA

MIT Media Laboratory, Texas advanced Computing Center, university of Texas at Austin

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July 5-7, 2006

“SEKE2006” Eighteenth International Conference on Software Engineering, and Knowledge Engineering, San Francisco Bay, USA

Knowledge Systems Institute

August 30, 2004 Workshop on Providing Effective Feedback; Speaker Prof. Sergio J. Piccinin, University of Ottawa, Canada, for Chairmen only

DAD, KFUPM, Dhahran, KSA

5. Other related computing experience including teaching, industrial, governmental, etc. (Where, when, description and scope of duties)

Dates Institution/Organization Name Description and Scope of Duties

October 25, 2006 2006 Commission Summit, Tampa, FL, USA ABET

October 26-27 2006 ABET Annual Metting, Tampa, FL, USA ABET

6. Principal publications during the last five years (2002 to 2007)

Fiaidhi, Mohammed, Faisal; “ Developing Software Forensics Standards for Collaborative

eLearning Systems”;

Intl. Journal of Applied Science & Computations, Vol. 10, No 1, April, 2003, pp: 1 –10.

El-Sebaky, Hadi, Faisal; “Iterative Least Square Functional Network Classifier”, IEEE

Transaction Neural Network Journal V.2, March 2007.

Principles of Curriculum Design and Revision: A case Study in Implementing Computing

Curricula CC2001”

Proceeding of Tenth Annual Conference on Innovation and Teaching in Computer Science

Education Conference ITiCSE 2005, June 27-29, 2005, Monte Da Caparico, Portugal, Rao,

Junaidu, Magharbi, Shafique, Ahmed, Faisal,

Rao, Junaidu, Magharbi, Shafique, Ahmed, Faisal; ” Principles of Curriculum Design and

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Revision: A case Study in Implementing Computing Curricula CC2001” Proceeding of Tenth

Annual Conference on Innovation and Teaching in Computer Science Education Conference

ITiCSE 2005, June 27-29, 2005, Monte Da Caparico, Portugal.

El-Sebakhy, K. Faisal, T. Helmy, F. Azzedin, A. Al-Suhaim, “Evaluation of Breast Cancer Tumor Classification with Unconstrained Functional Networks Classifier”, IEEE Proceedings of the 4th International Conference on Computer Systems and Applications (AICCSA-06), pp. 281-287, Dubai 3-11 March 2006, UAEK. Faisal, A. Bagais, M.R.K. Krishna Rao (2006), Finding Reasons and Conclusion in a Basic Computer Science Course, Proc. of International Conference on Frontiers in Education: Computer Science and Computer Engineering, FECS'06.M.R.K. Krishna Rao, M. Shafique, K. Faisal, A. Bagais (2006), Infusing Critical Thinking Skill Compare and Contrast into Content of Data Structures Course, Proc. of International Conference on Frontiers in Education: Computer Science and Computer Engineering, FECS'06.

7 Other scholarly activities during the last five years (2002 to 2007)

Dates Activity 2005/2006 Worked very heavily in the implementation of the new ICS MS Program.2005/2006 Worked very heavily in revising the CS BS Program.2005/2006 Worked very heavily in revising the SWE BS Program.Mar 26-29, 2006

Attended the Saudi 18th National Computer Conference (NCC18) held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

May 16-17, 2006

Attended the Symposium on "The Role of Teaching and Learning Centers", DAD, KFUPM

May 23-24, 2006

Attended the First Saudi Engineering Forum, KFUPM

June 26-29, 2006

Attended and presented 2 papers in the 2006 International Conference on Frontiers in Education: Computer Science and Computer Engineering (FECS’06), Las Vegas, USA

8. Courses taught during 2005-06 and 2006-07

Term/year

Course number Course title Semester hours Class size

051 ICS 101 Computer Programming 3 22051 ICS 610 Master Thesis052 ICS 610 Master Thesis061 ICS 610 Master Thesis062 ICS 101 Computer Programming

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061 ICS 610 Master Thesis

9. Number of students for which you serve as academic advisor: +50

10. Estimate the percentage of your time devoted to scholarly and/or research activities: 100%.

Please give a brief description of your major research and scholarly activities:

Activity Description

Funded Research projectOpportunities for Infusing CriticalThinking Skills into Computer Science Curriculum

Funded Research project Al-Thurayyah University project in Jeddah

Independent ResearchEvaluation of Breast Cancer Tumor classification with unconstrained Functional Network classifier”

Independent Research Computational Intelligence in Bioinformatics

Independent Research Artificial Intelligence in Oil and Gas industry

11. If you are not a full-time faculty member, state what percentage of full-time you work: 25_%. Percentage of this time allocated to the computer science program being evaluated: 25%.

12. If you are involved in teaching Computer Science and/or Software Engineering, state what percentage of time is given to

a. Computer Science 100 %b. Software Engineering ___________ %

13. Scientific and professional societies of which a member:

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Name, TitleFouad M. AL-SunniChairman, Department of Systems Engineering and Professor, control and Instrumentation SystemsDegrees with fields, institution, and date:

1991-1992 Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, University of

Texas Texas, U.S.A.

1988-1991 Graduate student, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Georgia Institute of

Technology, Georgia, USA.1985-1987 M.Sc. in Systems Engineering, King Fahd University of

Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM), Dhahran, Saudi Arabia.1980-1984 B.Sc. (with high honors) in Systems Engineering, UPM,

Dhahran, Saudi Arabia.

Years of Service on Faculty including date of original appointment and dates of advancement in rank: August 2006-now Chairman, Systems EngineeringSummer 2006 Coordinator, College CCSEJanuary , 2004 -Now Professor, Automation and Control Systems July, 2000 , July 2001 Consultant, Control systems and AutomationJune, 1997-Jan 2004 Associate Professor, Department of Systems Engineering. King

Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM) , Dhahran, Saudi Arabia.

June, 1992- June , 1997 Assistant Professor, Department of Systems Engineering, KFUPM.

Summer 1993 Visiting Professor, University of Hull, U.K.June, 1987- June, 1992 Lecturer, King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM)June, 1984- Sep., 1987 Graduate Assistant, UPMSummer 1984 Summer Student at Saudi AramcoSummer 1982 Summer work at SCECO-East

Other Related Experience:Consulting and Patents:Raissy companyArabnetProfessional Engineering LicensePrincipal Publications of Last Five Years:

1. Ahmed, M.S., Bhati, U., AL-Sunni, F.M. and El-Shafie, M., “Design of a Fuzzy Servo-Controllers,” J. Fuzzy Sets and Systems, Vol. 124, No. 2, pp. 231-247, Dec. 2001.

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2. Ahmed, M.S., Bhati, U., AL-Sunni, F.M. and El-Shafie, M. , “Optimal Fuzzy Regulator,” J. of Intelligent and Fuzzy Systems: Applications in Engineering and Technology, Vol. 8, No. 3, pp. 159-172, 2000.

3. AL-Marhoon, W.K., AL-Sunni, F.M, and Ahmed, M.S.,, “An RBF-based non-linear PID Controllers,” Special issue of the Journal of Systems Analysis, Modeling and Simulation (SAMS) on Advances in Control and Computer Engineering, Vol. 142, No. 7, pp.1107-1118, 2002.

4. Boukas, E. Z.K. Liu, and AL-Sunni, F.M. , “Guaranteed Cost Control of a Markov Jump Uncertain System Using a Time-Multiplied Cost Function,” Journal of Optimization: Theory and Applications JOTA, to appear, March 2004

5. AL-Sunni, F.M., Boukas, E. and Al-Amer, S.H., “Robustness Bounds for Sampled-Data Linear Time-Delay Systems,” Accepted for publication in the Journal of Systems and Control Engineering, 2005.

6. Al-Amer.,S. and AL-Sunni, F.M., “Infinity-Norm Error Bounds in Approximating Time-Delay Systems ” Accepted for publication in the Journal of Systems and Control Engineering, 2003.

7. Ali, S. Saad Azhar, Jamil M Bakhashwain, Fouad M. AL-Sunni and M Shafiq "U-model Based Adaptive Internal Model Control of Unknown MIMO Nonlinear Systems: A Case study on 2-Link Robotic Arm" (to be submitted to IMECH)

8. Ali, Saad Azhar, M. Shafiq, and F. AL-Sunni,  "Adaptive Internal Model Control of Unknown MIMO Nonlinear Systems using U-model" (brief paper) (to be submitted to Electronics Letters)

9. Ali, Saad Azhar, Al-Sunni, F, M. Shafiq, and ,"Steady-State, Tracking and Stability analysis of Radial Basis Functions Neural Networks" submitted to IEEE Neural Networks

10. AL-Sunni, F.M., AL-Marhoon, W.K., and Ahmed, M.S., “Neural network Based PID controllers,” Presented in the ICEE 2003.

11. AL-Sunni, F., Naveed, S., and AL-Fares, H., “A Control Theoretic approach for the Inventory Drift Problem,” Appeared in the ICSE2003, 2003, UK.

12. Toker, O., and AL-Sunni, F., “Design and Implementation of a Java-Based Distributed Control System Over the Internet: A Tel-Laboratory System, 9th

International Conference on Computer, Communication, and Control Technology (CCCT’03).

13. EL-Ferik, S., Ameenudeen, S. AL-Sunni, F., "Weather Sensitivity of Physically Based Model of Residential Air-Conditioners for Direct Load Control," International Association of Sciences and Technology for Development, Rodes, Greec, June 2004

14. S. El Ferik, S. Ameenuddin Hussain and F. M. AL-Sunni ‘Identification of Physically Based Models of Residential Air-Conditioners for Direct Load Control Management’, 5th Asian Control Conference (ASCC 2004).

15. Sami El-Ferik, S. Ameenuddin, Hussain, and AL-Sunni, F., “Identification and Weather Sensitivity of Physically based model of residential air-conditioners for Direct Load Control: A Case Study,” Energy and Buildings, 2005

16. Ali, S. Saad Azhar, Fouad M. AL-Sunni and M Shafiq "U-model Based Adaptive Tracking Scheme for Unknown MIMO Bilinear Systems"  presented at

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the International Conference on Industrial Electronics and Applications Singapore 2006

Scientific and Professional Societies of Which a Member:

IEEE- Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers ISA- Instrument Society of America AIAA- American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics Cooperated with the IEEE Technical Committee for Control Education, 1997-1998. Cooperated with the IEEE Technical Committee for Industrial Process Control, 1998.

Honors and Awards: Distinguished research award 2004 Distinguished advisor award, 1999 Graduated with high honors from the Systems Engineering Department, BS , 1984. Systems Engineering nominee for the best teaching award, 1996-1997 and 2004 Evaluated “distinguished” throughout the years since 1992, with “Excellent”

Evaluation for the year 1994.Institutional and Professional Service in the Last Five Years:Professional Development Activities in the Last Five Years:

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Part F

Supplementary Documents

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Faculty PageList of Advisees for Term: 20062

Serial ID Student Name WebPin TranscriptDegree Audit Schedule Email Mobile

1  213607 

AL-OTAIBI, RAKAN ABDUL-MOHSEN  

204500 s213607@kfupm.edu.sa 0505565337

2  213623 AL-GHAMDI, SAEED FAISAL OMAR  

s61455 s3odii@msn.com 0553000499

3  213957 AL-GHAMDI, YOUSEF SALEH ASSAF  

708090 s213957@hotmail.com 0569444747

4  214537 

AL-GAWI, ABDULLAH ALI ABDULLAH 

855566 s214537@kfupm.edu.sa 0562184159

5  214835 

AL-HARBI, NAYEF ABDULLAH SABEE 

8976  nayef_3@yahoo.com 0505237052

6  222480 

AL-MUTAIRI, ANAS ABDALLAH ENAY 

3101  s222480@kfupm.edu.sa 0504149702

7  222738 ASIRI, ADEL ABDALLAH YAHYA AL- 

140501 ra7al_am@hotmail.com 0509784623

8  224232 

ESSA, AKRAM ABDUL-RAHMAN HAMZA 

2002  s224232@kfupm.edu.sa 0567315049

9  226108 HAQQAWI, ALI YAHYA HASAN  

140498 s226108@kfupm.edu.sa 0502633466

10  226178 

AL-ATEEQ, ABDALLAH HADI MUHAMM 

4642  s226178@kfupm.edu.sa 0556958584

11  233285 AL-JUHANI, MUHAMMAD SALEH AWAD 

447213 musab009@hotmail.com 0505361881

12  234893 

AL-ISA, THAMER ABDUL-RAHMAN AH 

8933  mummy669@hotmail.com 0501696666

13  235329 AL-ASHOOR, MAHMOUD YOUSEF

2866  s235329@kfupm.edu.sa 0501901176

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ABDU 

14  243208 AL-MALKI, ADEL EID ABDUL-HADI  

ka1100 s243208@kfupm.edu.sa 0500604087

15  243230 

AL-MANDREJ, THAMER MOHAMMAD AL 

464655 s243230@kfupm.edu.sa 0506147337

16  243240 AL-HUJAILAN, BADER ABDULLAH  

1898  bader.22@hotmail.com 0503470967

17  243404 

AL-MAGHRABI, SALEH MOHAMMAD  

704107 s243404@kfupm.edu.sa 0506857695

18  243410 AL-AZMI, HASSAN LAFI SALEH  

fki948 s243410@kfupm.edu.sa 0569701401

19  243458 RAKADIN, ABDULLAH AKRAMALLAH

9757  abod2002@hotmail.com 0508174919

20  244710 AL-OTHMAN, AHMAD ABDUL-LATIF  

7544  s244710@kfupm.edu.sa 0505810880

21  245918 

AL-GAHTANI, FARES ABDULLAH ALI 

1146  mamlo7_al5obar@hotmail.com 0560666634

22  256183 

AL-AWJAN, HUSSAIN MOHAMMAD ALI 

4937  silver-wind@hotmail.com 0504980121

23  258379 

JABER, MAHMOUD ABDUL-HAMEED  

8370  s258379@kfupm.edu.sa 0555302899

s258939@kfupm.edu.sa 0567207779

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Downloaded from personal site of Professor El-Shaarawi: http://regweb.kfupm.edu.sa/Faculty/Advisee.asp

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ME DepartmentCoop Period: 053 + 061Schedule of Events for Coop Program

Period

Coop Program, ReportsAnd Summaries to behanded in before

Event

Week Date

CoopTrainingPeriod:053/061

1 Mon 19/6/2006 Beginning of Coop Program

3 Mon 10/7/2006 Training Program approved by the company and submitted to the coop coordinator "or Chairman"

12 Mon 11/9/2006

First progress report submitted to coop coordinator: 2 copies; 1 for advisor and 1 for coop coordinator

20 Sun 20/11/2006

Second progress report submitted to coop coordinator: 2 copies ; 1 for advisor and 1 for coop coordinator

28 Wed 31/1/2007 End of Coop Period

SemesterFollowingTraining:

062

1 Tue 20/2/2007 First Draft of Final Report to be submitted to the advisor

3 Tue 13/3/2007 Second Draft of Final Report to be submitted to the advisor

4 Sun 18/3/2007 2 copies of Final Report to be submitted to the coordinator

Tue 20/3/2007 A-1 Form is due5 25-28/3/2007 Presentation week

8 Tue 10/4/2007 A-2 Form is due (Remind your advisor to submit the form)

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Mechanical Engineering DepartmentAME COOP. FORM: A1SUMMARY SHEET

Student Name: ________________________________________________

Student No.__________________________

Has submitted his coop. Report and is ready to conduct his presentation. Would you please add his name to the list of students who will be conducting their presentations during the period March 25 – 28, 2007.

Title of the Coop Report: ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Summary (not to exceed one page)________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Advisor s Name & Signature:____________________________________

Student Signature:_____________________________________________

Date:________________________________________________________

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Mechanical Engineering DepartmentAME COOP. FORM: A2

Grades Report

Form A2 should be submitted to AME Coop Coordinator before Tuesday March 20, 2007

Advisee Name: ______________________________________

Advisee I.D. # ____________________________________

Reports Date Due Date received Marks Grade Comments

1st progress report

September 11, 20065

2nd progress report

November 20, 200610

Final Report (1st draft)

February 20, 20075

Final Coop Report

March 18, 200720

Total 40

Advisor Name: _____________________________________

Advisor Signature: _____________________________________

Date: _____________________________________

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ME DepartmentFinal Coop Report Guidelines

ME-351

Students should write their reports using to the following overall format.Overall Format

Pages are printed single sided. Pages and paragraphs are to be numbered as described below.

1.1 Page numbering

Except for the title page and letter of transmittal, all pages are numbered. Sections preceding the introduction (Table of Contents, List of Tables and Figures, Summary, and the Glossary) are numbered using lower case roman numerals, i.e.. i, ii, iii, iv, etc.

Page numbers may be placed at the top middle, top right hand corner, bottom middle or bottom right hand corner of the page. The location of the page numbers should be the same throughout the report to avoid confusion.

Appendices are numbered separately from the rest of the report usually by appendix designation followed by the page number. eg. A-1, A-2, B-1, etc. or I-1, I-2, II-1, etc.

1.2 Section numbering

Number sections in the report using a numerals-only system. Headings can either left-justified or indented for each layer. See Figure 1, below.

1. 1.2. 2.2.1 2.12.1.1 2.1.13. 3.3.1 3.1

Figure 1. Illustration of possible section numbering systems.

1.3 The Use of Headings

Every section in the report has a heading. A heading briefly describes the section that follows and are most often followed by a paragraph rather than another heading. Section and sub-section headings are used in the Table of Contents to assist the reader in locating specific material in the report.

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1.3.1 The Use of Capitalization

When writing work term reports, covering letters, try to follow the accepted rules of capitalization. The two most relevant rules are:

Rule 1:

Capitalization of government agencies, companies, departments, divisions, and organizations1.

Capitalize official names and titles. E.G.:

Air Pollution Control Division Crown Publications Keen Engineering Ltd. Province of British Columbia

Do not capitalize words such as government, federal agency, department, division, administration, group, company, research and development, engineering, and manufacturing when they stand alone. They are only capitalized when they are part of an official name. E.G.:

Rule 2:

Do not capitalize words to emphasize them.

Avoid capitalizing words to make them stand out - use italics or bolding instead. Random capitalization at best detracts from the appearance of your work, and at worst creates the impression that you don't understand basic writing rules

1.4 The Use of Tables and Figures

Tables and Figures illustrate information in an easily understood format. They may be included in the main sections of the report, or if they contain supplemental material they may be contained in an appendix. NOTE: If the table or figure which you present in your report was not created by you, but comes from other sources, you must include a reference for the original source in your caption.

Use the following conventions to assist the reader:

Test results are summarized in Table 3. Output was proportional to input (Figure 12). Place the table/figure close to where it is first referred to in the text. If the information is not your own, cite the reference number in square brackets at the end of the title, eg. Figure 1: Network Design [3]

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Where ever possible, try to orient illustrations in the same direction as the main text

1.4.1 Numbering Tables and Figures

Tables and figures are numbered separately, eg. Table 1, Table 2, Figure 1, Figure 2. Refer to the List of Tables and Figures in the sample report,

Two options exist for numbering the illustrations. They may be numbered sequentially through the whole report (eg.Table 1, Table 2, Table 3, Table 4) or they may be numbered sequentially through each section (eg. Table 1.1 refers to the first table in section 1, Figure 2.4 refers to the fourth table in section 2). If a large number of illustrations are presented, the latter option is the better choice

Students should write their reports according to the following format, but may include additional requirements specified by the coop report advisor. The report should, in general, contain:

1.        Cover pagea.        University, college and department namesb.        Course title and number (i.e. ME 351)c.        Report titled. Report serial numbere.        Student’s name and numberf.        Coop report advisor’s nameg.        Date of submission

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King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals Faculty of Engineering

Coop Final Report (ME351)

Assessment of Centrifugal Pump and their Faults

Saudi Aramco Department of Maintenance

Report Serial #

Ahmed Abdullah993000

Mechanical Engineering Ahmed@hotmail.com

September 4, 2004

Coop Advisor

Dr. XY

in partial fulfillment of the requirements of the B.Eng. Degree

2.  Letter of Transmittal

 This is a formal letter from the student to his Professor. Briefly explain the context of the report and give the exact report title. This letter need not be more than two short paragraphs and should not exceed three paragraphs. In the last paragraph, list people to whom you, the author, are indebted. Do not forget to sign it.

Letter of Transmittal

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Dr. Meyassar Al-Haddad Co-op Coordinator Faculty of Engineering King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals

September 28, 2004

Dear Dr. Al-Haddad,

Please accept the accompanying final Report entitled "Assessment of Centrifugal Pump and their Faults " This report is the result of work completed at the Saudi Aramco, Department of Maintenance. During my work term as a coop student, I was engaged to assist in field inspection, and the subsequent investigation, for the purpose of assessing the equipment faults. In the course of this work I manage to maintain many types of rotating equipment and evaluate their faults.

Through the course of the term, I was given the opportunity to learn much about rotating equipment repair, assessment of the faults, overhauls of faulty equipment according to the manufacturing specification.

I feel that this knowledge will be helpful in future work terms, and in my career.

I would like to thank my company supervisor, Mr. A. Gahtani, for his patience and good judgment, as well as the technologists who were always willing to help.

Sincerely,

Ahmed Abdullah

3.   Summary or abstract

The purpose of an abstract is to provide the reader with a clear, yet condensed, presentation of the key information contained within the report

4.        Table of Contents

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A listing of the major parts of your report and the appropriate page numbers.Table of Contents should indicate "Section" and "Page" above the relevant tabulated items. Indent subheadings and number all sections. Use a line of periods to connect the headings to the page numbers, and right justify the page numbers to form an even column. The information in the Table of Contents must match exactly the headings and pages within the paper itself.

5.        List of Figures

List of Figures has "Figure" and "Page" headings above the relevant items. Figures are numbered sequentially; using exactly the same captions and page numbers as in the report. All figures must be labeled, titled, and numbered. They must be clean and clearly show what their titles say they do

6.        List of Tables

List of Tables has "Tables" and "Page" headings above the relevant items. Tables are numbered sequentially; using exactly the same captions and page numbers as in the report

7.        Brief Description of the Organization

8.        Summary of the Project/Assignment

Use your introduction to establish a tone and prepare the reader for the subject matter of the paper. You may wish to explain why the work described in the paper is being done or say why a particular design is needed. The introduction may be long or short, depending on the needs of the subject; however, as a guideline, it should be between one and three pages. In the last paragraph of the introduction, give a brief preview of the main sections and subsections of the report.

9. Main report

• Explain the area's activities and structure.• List your responsibilities.• Show how you have contributed to the productivity of the organization.• Explain how you have developed skills and met your learning objectives.• Show what influence your work term has had on your career objectives.• Relate how your academic program has prepared you for this position.• Reveal which factors seemed to contribute most to your enjoyment of the job.

10.     Chronological Description of Training Assignments and Tasks

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11.     Results – (Analysis/Design, etc.)

12.     Discussion of the results and findings

13.     Conclusion and Recommendation This should contain your personal response to the work assignment and

should reflect such items as the assignment's influence on your personal development and career objectives. The most important purpose of the Conclusion is to summarize the report. After the summary, in a separate paragraph, you may wish to include some reflections on the subject in general or some aspect of it that particularly interests you. The conclusion is also the place to make recommendations for further inquiry. Referring back to the introduction can also be a good writing device, though it shouldn't be strained. Keep the conclusion under one page. Do not present new material in the conclusion.

14.     References

Examples of formally published sources are books, professional journals, and trade journals. Trade or corporate manuals may be cited but they do not count as formally published sources—we do not want you to rely solely on material provided by your company. An Internet web site is another example of a source that may be cited but not counted as a formal source

format for various types of references: a book [1], a journal article-one author [2], an internal report [3], a private communication (letter, conversation or presentation) [4], a journal article- group author [5], an article from a conference proceedings [6], a manual- corporate author [7], a document published on the web [8].

15.     Appendices

The Appendix gives you, the writer, the opportunity to include information that is tangential to your central arguments, but which may give the reader a richer understanding of the topic at hand. Detailed, dimensioned drawings, hard calculations, data sets, and other fine details may fit in the Appendix. Keep in mind that the reader must be able to understand the paper without reading the Appendix. 

Refer to the Appendix at the proper point within the body of the paper; for example, “Further information on this subject is given in Appendix A.” (If there is only one, refer it simply as “the Appendix.”)

Keep the appendix neat and typed, and number its pages as a continuation of the report. In most cases, the Appendix should consist of no more than a page or two.

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Any data supplementary to the main ideas of the report , may be placed in an appendix. The information may be a description of the processes involved, analytical proceedings, computer printouts, technical specifications, or excerpts from other reports. Any type of information may be placed in an appendix if it is relevant, provided it is referred to in the main report.

An appendix refers to one set of information. If several sets of information are to be included, several appendices may be used. Appendices may be referred to by letter (Appendix A, B, etc.) or by number ( Appendix I, II, III or 1, 2, 3, etc. ).

Page numbers in appendices are hyphenated, eg. A-1, B-12, etc. In the Table of Contents appendices are listed at the bottom with no page reference to avoid redundancy, since the first page of appendix A would be A-1, and the first page of appendix B would be B-1, etc

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ME DepartmentGroup A (053 + 061)

S/N ID# STUDENT NAME Coop Advisor R e p o r t #1 201702 ASIRI, MUHAMMAD AYYED AHMAD Mr. M. Samad AMECR 1255(062)2 201965 AL-YABIS, SAAD MUHANNA SAAD Mr. K. Raza AMECR 1256(062)3 202590 AL-GHAMDI, MUHAMMAD Dr. A.A. Al-Farayedhi AMECR 1257(062)4 203820 HASAN, AHMAD SADQAH AHMAD Dr. M. Mahmood AMECR 1258(062)5 206182 AL-GAHTANI, MUHAMMAD NASER Dr. Abualhamayel AMECR 1259(062)6 206832 ABDUL-RAHMAN AL-NIMRI Dr. A. Al-Qutub AMECR 1260(062)7 207635 AL-RASHED, ZEYAD SALEH SAAD Dr. A. Sahin AMECR 1261(062)8 207850 BANDER BALHARRETH Dr. Shuja AMECR 1262(062)9 211973 Abdullah Al-Mohanna Dr. A. Shuaib AMECR 1263(062)

10 212157 AL-RASHDI, NASEEM KHAMEES Dr. K. Mezghani AMECR 1264(062)11 212197 AL-GHAMDI, MASHHOOR Dr. S.A.M. Said AMECR 1265(062)12 212523 AL-QASEM, SOHAIL ALI IBRAHIM Dr. M. Hawwa AMECR 1266(062)13 212539 ATIYAH, HANI HASAN RASHAD Dr. Al-Zaharnah AMECR 1267(062)14 212591 AL-GHAMDI, FAHAD DAKHEEL Dr. M. Shaarawai AMECR 1268(062)15 212707 KHALAF, SALEH AHMAD SALEH Dr. E. Mokheimer AMECR 1269(062)16 212853 AL-MEHMADI, AHMAD SAEED SAAD Dr. L. Hadharami AMECR 1270(062)17 212927 AHMED NOOR Mr. Johm O'Brien AMECR 1271(062)

18 212931NOURADDIN, OSAMAH AHMAD HASAN Dr. T. Ayinde AMECR 1272(062)

19 212961 AL-OSAIMI, KHALED HUSAIN RAJA Dr. Y. Al-Nassar AMECR 1273(062)

20 213053AL-JADANI, ABDULLAH ALI MUGBEL Dr. N. Merah AMECR 1274(062)

21 213125 SIMSIM, ADNAN ABDUL-HAMEED Mr. B.J. Aleem AMECR 1275(062)

22 213237AL-MALKI, MUHAMMAD HUMAID SALE Dr. M. Al-Qahtani AMECR 1276(062)

23 213525AL-HAJOURI, HANI ATAALLAH GAIT Mr. Mohiuddin AMECR 1277(062)

24 213693 AL-SUBAII, MUSAB FALEH SALEH A Dr. Anwar Sheikh AMECR 1278(062)25 213701 AL-JAHNI, HANI ANAD SALEH M. M. Inam AMECR 1279(062)

26 213745AL-JAHNI, MUHAMMAD ALI FUHAIMA Dr. Z. Ahmad AMECR 1280(062)

27 213747 AL-AMRI, SALEH Mr. M. Faisal AMECR 1281(062)

28 213801AL-BULUWI, MARWAN ABDALLAH SAL Dr. Ben-Mansour AMECR 1282(062)

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