| Course Code |
Course Name |
Credit Hours |
Prerequests |
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10211101
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Calculus I
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3 |
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| This course covers the concepts of function, inverse function, models, limits, continuity and derivatives, the differentiation rules and their applications, related rates, linear approximation, and hyperbolic functions. The mean value theorem, indeterminate forms, L' Hospital's rule, curve sketching, and optimization problems. |
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10211102
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Calculus II
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3 |
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| Definite and Indefinite integrals. The Fundamental Theorem of Calculus. The Substitution Rule. Applications of integration (Areas and volumes), Average Value of a Function. Techniques of Integration (Integration by parts, Trigonometric Integrals, Trigonometric Substitution, Integration by Partial Fractions, Improper Integrals). Applications of integration (Arc Length, Area of a Surface). Infinite sequences and series (The Integral Test and Estimates of Sums, The Comparison Tests, Alternating Series, Absolute Convergence and the Ratio and Root Tests, Power Series, Taylor and Maclaurin Series) |
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10211201
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Calculus III
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3 |
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| Topics covered in this course include: parametric equations and polar coordinates; vectors in R2 and R3 & surfaces; vector-valued functions; partial differentiation with applications; multiple integrals. |
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10211202
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Engineering Mathematics
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3 |
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| Classification and solution of first order equation with application, higher order and solution , power series and solution also the student will learn the fundamental of partial differential equation, method of solution of first and second order nonlinear partial differential equation |
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10216230
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Probability and Statistics for Engineers
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3 |
|
| Topics covered in this course include set theory, relative frequency and probability, joint probability and independent events, random variables, distribution functions, density functions, Gaussian random variables, multiple random variables, joint-distribution functions, joint-density functions, conditional distribution functions, central limit theorem, random processes (stationary and independent), correlation functions, covariance, Gaussian random processes, spectral characteristics of random processes, the power density spectrum, cross-power spectrum, and the relation between correlation functions and power density spectra. |
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10221101
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General Physics I
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3 |
|
| This course covers the following topics: motion in one and more dimensions, the laws of motion with an application of Newton?s laws, vector quantities, work and mechanical energy, linear momentum and collisions, and rotational dynamics |
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10221102
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General Physics II
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3 |
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| This course is a study of the following topics: electric charges; forces and fields; electric potential and electric potential energy; electrical capacitance electric elements like capacitors, resistors, and conductors; electric current and direct-current circuits; magnetic fields; magnetic force; induction; and RC and RL circuits. |
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10221115
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General Physics Lab. for Engineering Students
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1 |
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| This lab is offered to non-physics students. In this lab, experiments related to topics mostly covered in General Physics I (10221101) and General Physics II (10221102) are conducted. These include experiments on CRO and Ohm?s law potentiometer; Wheatstone bridge (AC and DC); capacitance and RC circuit; Joule?s constant; acceleration and speed of sound; viscosity; Newton?s 2nd law; simple harmonic motion; Boyle?s law; and Archimedes? principle. |
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10231101
|
General Chemistry 1
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3 |
|
| A compulsory 3-lecture course that is mainly designed to give students a knowledge of the most important chemical principles such as atomic structure and periodic table, mass relationships in chemical reactions, reactions in aqueous solutions, gases, thermo chemistry, quantum theory and the electronic structure of atoms, periodic relationships among the atoms, basic concepts of chemical bonding, molecular geometry and hybridization of atomic orbitals. |
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10231107
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General Chemistry 1 Lab.
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1 |
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| A compulsory practical course, designed to introduce the students to various experimental practices used in general chemistry, such as accurate weighing, performing basic chemical methods such as filtration, titration and gravimetric analysis, make simple metathesis and redox reactions, calorimetry experiments and calculations. |
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10601110
|
Statics
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3 |
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| This course introduces the students to the fundamental concepts of vectors, equilibrium of force system for particles and rigid bodies. It also looks at the application of principles of statics to structures, axial force, shear and bending moments, friction, centroid, and moment of inertia |
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10601207
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Mechanics of Materials
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3 |
|
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10601208
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Mechanics of Materials Lab.
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1 |
|
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10606099
|
Descriptive Geometry ( practical)
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0 |
|
| Apply the basic principles of descriptive geometry based on orthogonal projection considering accuracy and experimental data, describing shapes and their interaction mathematically and solving engineering problems using drawing. |
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10606102
|
Engineering Drawing
|
2 |
|
| Developing the engineering student's ability to express his ideas through drawings, so that he can draw any design in a way that specialists can understand and manufacture, according to agreed standard standards regarding shape and designation. Manual techniques are covered in this course using only known drawing tools. |
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10606115
|
Descriptive Geometry
|
2 |
|
| Fundamentals of Descriptive Geometry, based on orthographic projection within the limits of accuracy and empirical data. Describing objects and their interaction in a mathematical way. Solving engineering problems using graphic solutions. |
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10611200
|
Surveying
|
2 |
|
| This course offers a comprehensive introduction to the field of surveying. Students will learn fundamental concepts, measurement techniques, and practical applications used in modern surveying. Key topics include the basics of surveying, tape and electronic distance measurements, leveling, theodolite usage, coordinate geometry, GPS technology, and methods for calculating areas and volumes. This course is designed to equip students with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills essential for accurate and efficient surveying practices. |
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10611205
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Construction Materials
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2 |
|
| Study of properties and behavior of building materials used in civil engineering, such as aggregates, cement, concrete, blocks, tiles, metals, and wood. Students will also learn the standard specifications, properties, testing methods relating to aggregates and concrete, concrete mix design and quality control methods. Visits to the tiles factory, blocks factory, stone manufacturer, and ready mix concrete manufacturer are recommended. |
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10611206
|
Construction Materials Lab.
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1 |
|
| This course includes numerous laboratory applications of various experiments related to construction materials. Students will conduct practical tests and examinations of the properties and behavior of different materials used in construction engineering, such as concrete, cement, and aggregates, thereby enhancing their theoretical understanding through practical and field experiments. |
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10611209
|
Surveying Lab
|
1 |
|
| Students in this course are supposed to apply in the field the principles that are being taught in the theoretical Surveying course (10611200). In particular, the following subjects will be covered: chain Surveying, leveling, angle measurement and EDM (Distomat) applications (coordinate geometry), GPS as well as computation of areas and volumes. |
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10611260
|
Principals of Architectural Design
|
2 |
|
| This course is an introduction to architectural design sketches techniques. As engineering design requires a combination of organization, analysis, and communication skills, this course is the primary medium for design concepts. This gives the students of Building Engineering an essential way of thinking, so that they can analyze and solve complex building's problems in the future. |
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10611300
|
Soil Mechanics and Foundations
|
3 |
|
| This course is an introductory course in soil mechanics and foundation engineering. Students will learn fundamental principles of soil behavior including physical and mechanical properties, as well as classification, identification, compaction and soil-testing. Students will also be introduced to principles of stresses within soil mass due to own weight and external loads as well as theory and applications of consolidation in addition to shear strength. The course ends with an introduction to foundation engineering including site investigation, bearing capacity, lateral earth pressure and pile foundation. |
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10611301
|
Fluids and Thermal Sciences
|
3 |
|
| A comprehensive study of concepts in fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and thermodynamics. This course covers applications of the continuity and energy equations, properties of fluids, fluid statics, and fluid dynamics. It also delves into thermodynamic systems and boundaries, examining fundamental thermodynamic properties such as temperature, pressure, volume, internal energy, and specific heat. The course includes the basic laws of thermodynamics: the conservation of energy (first law) and the second law of thermodynamics. Additionally, it explores concepts of work and energy transfer by heat through conduction, convection, and radiation. |
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10611307
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Lab. of Mechanics and Foundations
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1 |
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| This lab covers essential soil mechanics laboratory tests to help the students understand the basic knowledge in soil mechanics and foundation engineering. It includes the following tests: moisture content, sieve analysis and hydrometer analysis, Atterberg limits (liquid and plastic limits), relative density, compaction, field compaction, permeability, shear strength tests (unconfined and direct shear box) and consolidation. |
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10611308
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Fluids and Thermal Sciences Lab.
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1 |
|
| This lab comprises two sections. The first section aims to demonstrate the practical processes of heat transfer to students. Experiments include the conduction process and heat transfer in fluid layers. The second part aims to illustrate the practical applications of fluid mechanics. Experiments encompass the calibration of pressure gauges, pressure measurement, flow through a venturi meter, orifice, and nozzle, measurement of the impact of fluid jet, measurement of pressure losses along a pipe, measurement of minor losses in pipe flow, and determination of the Reynolds number. |
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10611310
|
Analysis of Building Structures
|
3 |
|
| The course develops students' skills to perform analysis of structures, with emphasis on buildings and their structural elements. The course provides a revision of analysis of determinate structures (trusses, beams, frames etc...) with the focus on arches and cables. This involves calculations of deflections using energy methods. The course also introduces the stiffness method for the analysis of indeterminate structures. |
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10611311
|
Analysis of Building Structure LAb.
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1 |
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| The course develops students' skills in the use of approximate methods for the analysis of structures. It also involves applications through computer simulations to the topics covered in "Analysis of Building Structures" course as well as the approximate methods introduced in this course. |
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10611315
|
Structural Design of Building I- Concrete
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3 |
|
| The course provides students with an ability to analyze and design reinforced concrete members and an understanding of the theoretical behavior of them. The primary focus is on the analysis and design of reinforced concrete members (beams, slabs and short columns) subjected to shear and torsion, and uni-axial bending. In addition, the course covers the principles of reinforcement detailing of reinforced concrete members. |
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10611320
|
Computer Aided Building Design
|
3 |
|
| This course focuses on identifying computer applications in graphic design, both two and three-dimensional. Additionally, it emphasizes the utilization of computer techniques in producing and finalizing engineering drawings. Students will learn to employ modern computer programs throughout various stages of engineering projects, from design to implementation. The course aims to illustrate the interconnectedness of various engineering disciplines and the utilization of different engineering systems in building construction. Furthermore, it aims to expand students' understanding of three-dimensional concepts and their integration with Building Information Modeling (BIM) for project organization, management, and implementation. Students will utilize AutoCAD software for two-dimensional drawings and Revit for both two and three-dimensional modeling. |
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10611330
|
Environmental Systems Design I - Lighting
|
3 |
|
| This course explores the fundamentals of light, vision, and perception, covering topics such as the properties of light, quantities, units, and measurements related to lighting. It delves into the role of natural light in buildings, color systems, and various lighting sources including electric light. Students will study the relationship between light and form, as well as different methods for lighting calculations and the lighting design process. |
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10611331
|
Environmental Systems Design II Thermal
|
2 |
|
| This course explores thermal comfort in buildings, covering aspects such as temperature, humidity, ventilation, and odors. It also examines heat transfer mechanisms including conduction, convection, and radiation within buildings. Additionally, the course discusses building envelopes, insulation, heat loss, and heat gain. Students will be introduced to heating and cooling strategies, as well as the design of underfloor heating systems. |
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10611333
|
Building Core Systems
|
3 |
|
| This course covers vertical transportation systems in buildings, including elevators and escalators. It also addresses the design of water supply systems, sanitation systems, solid waste disposal methods, and fire alarm and protection systems. Students will learn about the planning, design, and implementation of these essential building infrastructure components. |
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10611341
|
HVAC Systems I
|
3 |
|
| This course entails a comprehensive study of air-conditioning processes, covering topics such as psychometric and humid air calculations, heating and cooling calculations, theory and design of hot-water systems, and theory and design of duct systems. Students will learn the principles and methodologies behind these systems, enabling them to analyze, design, and implement efficient air-conditioning solutions. |
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10611342
|
Electrical Systems and Drawings
|
2 |
|
| This course aims to introduce fundamental electrical concepts to the students: electric power and energy, Ohm's law, and DC electrical circuits. Additionally, it covers basics of electrical installation in buildings, including low and high voltage circuits, practical installation circuits, design and drawing of electrical installations for buildings, earthing systems, voltage drop calculation, and safety rules. |
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10611350
|
Building Construction I
|
3 |
|
| This course covers essential topics in construction engineering. It includes topics such as: site preparation, site investigation, foundation construction, formwork, steelwork, concrete slabs, building types, masonry work (Brick, Block, stone work ), stairs, joints and insulation. |
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10611351
|
Building Construction II
|
2 |
|
| This course focuses on plastering and wall tiling, floors, painting, decoration, internal partitions, light weight roofs, clay roofing tiles, carpentry work, insulation materials, and Joints. |
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10611352
|
|
0 |
|
| This course focuses on architectural and structural engineering drawings and details necessary for licensing (local building licensing). It trains students using the basics of Computer Aided Drawing (AutoCAD) and provides practical applications for preparing building construction drawings. The course covers the design and creation of construction drawings, including architectural systems, structural systems. Additionally, students will analyze local construction projects plans to gain a comprehensive understanding of real-world applications. |
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10611353
|
|
0 |
|
| Students will be able to produce detailed construction plans using computer CAD programs (AutoCAD), encompassing various aspects of building finishing works and their implementation methods, along with the executive architectural details they include. These plans will cover methods of cladding and finishing the building both inside and outside, such as floors, exterior and interior wall cladding, interior partitions, plastering, paints, suspended ceilings, stone details, doors and windows, carpentry work, metal work, and water, thermal, and sound insulation. Additionally, students will be able to detail kitchen and bathroom finishes, as well as elements of horizontal and vertical movement like stairs, ramps, elevators, and electric stairs. |
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10611370
|
Construction Bids & Contracts Administration
|
2 |
|
| This course addresses the legal and procedural issues associated with a construction project. This course has been designed to familiarize the students with the various construction contract organizations and project procurement methods. It also addresses the various forms of contracts and bidding procedures.
The topics which are discussed in readings, lectures and case studies are selected to give the students a comprehensive understanding of project delivery systems, construction contracts types and their usage, contract documents, bid documents and procedures, the different types of bonds, in addition to the different types of projects specifications. The course also covers the local and international contract conditions.
This course highlights the legal implications of construction contracts, the procedures and techniques involved in preparing and managing bids and contracts, and the roles and responsibilities of construction parties. Ethical considerations in bidding and contracts are also discussed. |
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10611400
|
Practical Training
|
3 |
|
| Students spend a period equivalent to eight weeks (40 hours per week) of practical training at any selected engineering office. This course aims at providing the students with technical and practical skills by participating in engineering activities and performing assignments through training programs. |
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10611413
|
Structural Design of Buildings 3- Steel
|
3 |
|
| The course applies the principles of engineering mechanics to design and provide detailing of simple structural steel systems used in buildings. The course covers the principles of structural design, structural safety, steel as a material, methods of structural steel design, design of steel trusses, steel frames and connections. In addition, the course provides an introduction for fire engineering design of steel structures. |
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10611414
|
|
0 |
|
| The course utilizes computer software for modeling, analyzing, and designing steel structures, covering fundamental principles of structural design and safety. It explores steel as a material and various methods of structural steel design, including the design of steel trusses, frames, connections, and 3D structures. |
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10611416
|
Structural Design of Buildings II- Concrete
|
3 |
|
| The course involves the design of reinforced concrete floor systems including one way slab, two way solid and ribbed slabs, and waffle slab. The course also covers the design of footings including isolated footings, combined footings, pile footings and mat foundation. |
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10611417
|
|
0 |
|
| The course employs computer software for modeling, analyzing, and designing reinforced concrete structures, encompassing reinforced concrete floor systems such as one-way slabs, two-way solid and ribbed slabs, and waffle slabs. Additionally, it addresses the design of footings, including isolated footings, combined footings, pile footings, mat foundations, and 3D structures. |
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10611418
|
Earthquake Resistant Buildings Design
|
3 |
|
| Introduction to Seismology, Site effect factors. (Local geology and soil conditions), Introduction to Earthquake Engineering and Structural Dynamics, Dynamic response of structures, The influence of architectural and structural configuration on seismic performance of Buildings, Eccentricity and torsional consequences in structures, Seismic forces and building codes, Seismic design of reinforced concrete frames, Seismic design of reinforced concrete shear walls, Special topics on earthquake engineering) seismic retrofit and upgrading fundamentals,..etc). |
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10611431
|
Environmental Systems Design- Acoustics
|
2 |
|
| The course covers the following topics: Fundamental of sound, The ear and the perception of sound, Introduction to ancient building acoustics, Building materials and sound, Sound reflection, absorption, transmission, Room acoustic design, Room acoustic calculation, Sound transmission in buildings, Noise control, Linked rooms, Auditorium and other buildings design, and electrical acoustical systems. |
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10611432
|
Passive Solar Energy Systems Design
|
3 |
|
| The course coves the following topics: Passive solar engineering, Solar Window, Solar Walls, Solar Roof, Solar Chimneys, Solar room. Solar forced ventilation, calculation programs, shading, thermal storage for solar energy, Solar water heating, Photovoltaics. |
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10611460
|
Integraion of Building Systems
|
3 |
|
| This course aims to develop a deep understanding of the relationship between the different building systems and components where the students learned them separately in previous courses at building engineering department to meet national and international standards. Moreover, the course also aims to keep students up to date with contemporary building industry issues. |
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10611461
|
Professional Practices and Technical Writing
|
3 |
|
| This course is designed to prepare students to embark on their career life and to familiarize students with market needs and requirements. The course also is designed to impart essential skills required to designing effective scientific and technical documents.
The course covers two main themes which are: professional practices and technical writing. The first theme covers topics related to building engineering as a profession, various construction organizations in addition to various job positions and job descriptions for building engineers are introduced. This theme also covers topics related to health and safety in construction projects in order to raise students? awareness and sense of safe practices. In addition to engineering ethics and ethical responsibility.
The second theme covers topics related to research methods and technical writing. In this theme, topics related to type of documents, type of writing, type of technical correspondence, researching, referencing, plagiarism, in addition to principles of scientific research methods are discussed. Ethical consideration in research and writing are also discussed and emphasized in this course. |
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10611471
|
Building Economics, Quantity Surveying and Cost Estimate
|
3 |
|
| This course addresses the economic aspects of buildings construction including life cycle perspective as a recent trend in the construction industry. The course is designed carefully to provide students with the required knowledge and practical skills to estimate the construction cost of various design alternatives using various cost estimation methods. The course covers three main themes which are: quantity surveying, construction cost estimation, and life cycle costing.
The course also covers the principles of engineering economy and highlights the economic aspects of the green building and introduces life cycle costing as an economic appraisal technique in the construction industry. The course also imparts the methodology, procedures and techniques involved in quantity take-off and preparing Bill of Quantities. Ethical considerations in cost estimation and pricing are also discussed. |
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10611472
|
Construction Project Management
|
3 |
|
| This course is designed to prepare students to handle practical managerial tasks they exposed in their career life. With greater emphasis on time management and cost management, the course covers topics related to construction project planning and control as basic management functions. The course mainly covers topics related to time management, resource management, cost management, project finance, and cash flow analysis. The course introduces the Critical Path Method (CPM) as the prevailing scheduling technique in project management. Primavera Project Planner P6. V8.2 will be introduced as a common computerized project management tool. |
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10611474
|
Operation & Maintenance of Buildings
|
2 |
|
| This course emphasizes on the following topics: Traditional construction project process - projects design stages, operation and maintenance management, definition of maintainability. Architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical, and HVAC design problems, maintainability guidelines that should be taken into consideration by the integrated design teams during project design stages ,fire triangle, means of escape and evacuation systems, smoke management and ventilation technique, fire stopping fire proofing and fire-retarded treatments. |
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10611590
|
Graduation Project I
|
2 |
|
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10611591
|
Graduation Project II
|
3 |
|
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10621100
|
Engineering Workshop 1
|
1 |
|
| Development of basic skills in fields of manual sheet metal fabrication, welding processes, and household electric circuits. Students should perform in individual practical exercises. |
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10621101
|
Engineering workshop 1 Practical
|
0 |
|
| This is the practical part of the Engineering Workshop 1 (10621100) course. |
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10621210
|
Dynamics
|
3 |
|
| Kinematics of particles, planer dynamic analysis of rigid bodies. Force and acceleration, work and energy, impulse and momentum. Introduction to vibrations. |
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10626251
|
Engineering Numerical Analysis
|
3 |
|
| Numerical analysis is concerned with finding numerical solutions to problems, especially those for which analytical solutions do not exist or are not readily obtainable. This course unit provides an introduction to the subject and treats the topics of solving nonlinear equations, both in one variable and in many variables, solving linear systems of equations and of approximating functions by polynomials. These topics are of great practical importance in science, engineering and finance, for example, and also have intrinsic mathematical interest. The course unit concentrates on theoretical analysis and on the development of practical algorithms |
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10631311
|
Quantitative Methods II
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3 |
|
| This course includes statistical methods applications in industrial engineering, hypothesis testing, analysis of variance, regression, introduction to experimental design, applications on MS-Excel and Minitab. |
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10636111
|
Computer Programming
|
3 |
|
| Review of the methods of analysis and logical thinking to solve various issues, and students learn to find solutions using the flow diagram of the (flowcharts) and Zip Assistant (Pseudo code) and follow-up solutions to detect and correct logical errors. It also gives the student C++ language include input and output sentences, expressions, variables and constants, control sentences, redundancy and control, as well as matrices, functions, and indicators, also given an introduction to compositions, entities and structures. |
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11032101
|
English in the Workplace
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3 |
|
| This is a three-hour non-credited English course offered to students of Economics and Administrative Sciences and Engineering. This course is designed to train SENIOR students in these faculties to communicate effectively in the business world. It focuses on practical oral and written business communication principles and applications with particular emphasis on writing, sending and answering e-mails, writing proposals for field projects and discussing them with an audience as well as training students to prepare and execute presentations and to express themselves orally. Students are also trained to use modern technology in communication and to contact/ communicate with their instructors through the university e-learning MOODLE program. |
| Course Code |
Course Name |
Credit Hours |
Prerequests |
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10601575
|
Computer Application in the Management of Construction
|
3 |
|
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10611420
|
|
3 |
|
| Students spend a period equivalent to eight weeks (40 hours per week) of practical training at any selected engineering office. This course aims at providing the students with technical and practical skills by participating in engineering activities and performing assignments through training programs. |
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10611500
|
Seminar
|
1 |
|
| This course is designed to advance students? knowledge and skills in conducting scientific research. It also has been designed to foster student?s knowledge in designing effective scientific and technical documents. The course addresses topics related to researching, referencing, plagiarism, in addition to literature review and scientific writing. Ethical consideration research and writing are also discussed and highlighted in the course. |
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10611510
|
Modern Construction Systems
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3 |
|
| The course aims at enhancing students? knowledge in modern structural systems including: prestressed concrete design, design of composite structures, and design of formwork systems particularly wooden formwork. |
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10611511
|
Advanced Concrete Systems Design
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3 |
|
| The course contains deflection and crack width computations in concrete members, design of slender columns, design of retaining walls, design of simple water tanks, and use of membrane theory to analyze and design thin shell structures. |
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10611512
|
Design of Fire Resistant Buildings
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3 |
|
| The Fire Engineering course introduces students to fire behavior, structure fire resistance, fire resistance of concrete and steel buildings, and current codes and standards. Students gain insights into designing safer buildings and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. |
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10611513
|
Structural Analysis "Advanced"
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3 |
|
| The course introduces students to the theory of elasticity, the finite element analysis and the use of 1D element to analyze 2D and 3D structures. |
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10611515
|
Dynamic Analysis of Structures
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3 |
|
| The course reviews the basic principles of dynamic analysis for single degree and multi degrees of freedom structures, closed form and numerical solutions of dynamic problems and dynamic analysis of structures under earthquake loadings |
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10611516
|
Building Envelope
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3 |
|
| This course provides a comprehensive overview of building envelope systems, focusing on their critical role in enhancing the performance, durability, and energy efficiency of buildings. Students will explore the design, materials, and construction techniques used in the development of building envelopes, including walls, roofs, windows, and doors. Key topics include thermal insulation, moisture control, air barriers, and the integration of sustainable and energy-efficient technologies. The course also covers performance evaluation methods, building codes, and standards related to envelope design. Through a combination of lectures, case studies, students will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to design and implement effective building envelope solutions in various types of construction projects. |
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10611517
|
Advanced Design of Steel Systems
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3 |
|
| Advanced Steel Course covers design of plate girders, slender and non-compact sections for flexure and compression, and members for torsion. Introduces the use of BIM in steel design for enhanced precision and efficiency. |
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10611518
|
|
0 |
|
| The course Introduces students to the use of computer software in computing beams and deflection and in the analysis and design of long columns, retaining walls, water tanks, and thin shell structures. |
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10611521
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Advanced Computer-Aided Design
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3 |
|
| This course offers a comprehensive exploration of integrated architectural and structural design using Revit, along with visualization techniques using Lumion. Participants will learn how to seamlessly integrate architectural and structural design processes within Revit and enhance their projects' visualizations using Lumion, a powerful rendering software. Through a combination of lectures, hands-on exercises, and project-based learning, students will gain the skills needed to design, document, visualize, and present architectural and structural projects efficiently. |
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10611530
|
Lighting Simulation and Design for Buildings
|
2 |
|
| This course focuses on design and analysis of lighting for outdoor, sports, floodlighting and interior applications including economic analysis, modeling algorithms and design criteria. Different software applications are included using Dialux, Ecotect and other programs. |
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10611531
|
Thermal Simulation for Buildings
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2 |
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| Introducing the concept of thermal simulation and the various programs used to implement it. Use the "DesignBuilder" Software and the ?Ecotect? software in thermal simulation. Define how buildings? models can be built in both programs, then how to calculate thermal loads for heating and cooling, and how to perform full simulation for a year. Details of the reports produced by the programs will be explained, and how to benefit from them in increasing the thermal efficiency of the building. In addition to training on analysis of natural lighting using both programs and analysis of the sound performance of rooms and halls using the Ecotect program. |
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10611533
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Acoustical Simulation for Buildings
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2 |
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| Review for acoustic Design Process, understanding acoustic design components, Overview of different noise control, introduction to acoustic simulation programs, sound and material, noise reduction, indoor acoustic simulation, noise transmission, building design details. |
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10611534
|
Green Buildings Codes and Design
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2 |
|
| Definition of the concept of sustainability and green architecture. Explanation of various green building evaluation and certification systems such as LEED, PREAM, Estidama and the Palestinian Green Building Guidelines. Define and explain the mandatory requirements of green buildings in all aspects and fields such as energy, water, site sustainability, internal environment, materials, integrated design and creativity. As well as the mechanism of collecting points in these aspects. Local and international projects of green buildings will be discussed and how these projects could achieve all requirements and obtaining certificates in different levels. |
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10611541
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HVAC Systems II
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3 |
|
| This course is intended to prepare the students with the ability to understand and recognize different types, components and accessories of HVAC systems. Introduces the fundamentals of heating, air conditioning, ventilating and refrigeration (HVAC&R) and describes types and functions of major components of all energy consuming equipment within a building including air and water systems |
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10611570
|
Special Topics in Building Engineering
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3 |
|
| This course is designed for building engineering students interested in advancing their knowledge in specialized areas of building design and construction. The topics covered will provide a comprehensive understanding of advanced building systems, sustainable design principles, and emerging technologies shaping the future of building engineering. |
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10611572
|
Bid Management Advanced Contracts
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2 |
|
| This course is complementary to the compulsory course Construction Contracts Administration and Bidding Procedures. It covers advanced topics related to contracts administration and bidding in construction industry. FIDIC as an international contracts conditions in addition to the Palestinian Unified Contract conditions are discussed and presented. |
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10631300
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Innovation and Entrepeneurship
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3 |
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| This course is designed for students of the Faculty of Engineering and IT to help them be involved in creative, innovative, entrepreneurial and corporate ventures in the future. Subjects covered include: introduction to entrepreneurship & creativity; developing successful business ideas, managing and growing an entrepreneurial firm; technical and financial feasibility studies; business models; market survey; business plan preparation.Learning Outcomes: after successful completion of this course, students will be able to:1) Demonstrate a solid theoretical understanding of the innovation process, entrepreneurship and their associated management issues in the business economy.2) Find, launch and manage high growth potential new ventures by looking for and evaluating business opportunities, preparing business plans, designing and validating business models to build successful start-ups.3)Design, implement and manage a company?s innovation strategy, network or system. |
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Entrepreneurship and Innovation
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| Explores the world of entrepreneurship and creativity by examining the processes and techniques used to develop ideas and turn them into successful projects. The course includes understanding the foundations of entrepreneurship and the stages of emerging business development, in addition to analyzing the factors that affect the success of entrepreneurial projects and enhancing creativity in various fields. |
