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Civil Engineering
Duration: 60 Months (5 Years)
Degree Awarded: Bachelor
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Student must complete 166 credit hours

University Requirements Student must complete 20 credit hours

Course Code Course Name Credit Hours Prerequests
3
Computer components, types of computers, numbering systems, using of windows operationg system, user applications (word processing, electronic sheets, electroinc slides), introduction to computer networks and dealing with internet.
3
This course aims to establish the concept of islamic culture and its position among the other international cultures, its position in the muslim life, its sources, its bases and its characteristics. it also aims to introduce the islamic culture in faith, worship, relations, morals, and knowledge, to discuss the clash between cultures in addition to globalization, human rights, woman rights, democracy and other contemporary issues.
3
This course aims to improve the level of students in language skills and various literary, read and absorb and express written, and oral and tasted literary, through texts flags authors and poets in different eras, lessons in grammar and spelling, and brief definition months dictionaries and arab old ones the modern and how to use them. this course aims to implement the arabic language in the areas of reading and expression of both types oral and written communication.
3
University english i (e11000103) is a three credit-hour university-required english language course designed for students who need to work on the four skills of the language: reading, writing, listening, and speaking. the development of vocabulary and skills of comprehension are integral parts of the course. in addition, various reading strategies (making predictions, identifying main ideas, reading for details, relating information in the text to life experience) are introduced and developed through a wide range of topics for reading and writing. the course encourages a more analytical and independent approach to study and helps prepare the students for any subsequent exam preparation.
3
The course is mandatory for university students from various disciplines, so it provides students with knowledge and `information about the palestinian reality and in particular the political developments of the palestinian cause since its inception until the present day in line social and economic developments and political which constitute the main pillars for the study of the palestinian political reality. this course aims to study the palestinian issue from its beginning until present in social, economic and political issues.
1
This course aims to familiarize students with community institutions and their contribution through voluntary efforts to serve these institutions to achieve the sdgs. students are required to complete a minimum of 50 hours of community service to successfully pass the course. additionally, students must attend 6 guidance sessions on volunteer work and participate in intensive training for selected community service programs if they choose to engage in such programs.
1
The course aims to assist students in acquiring modern concepts in the field of communication and understanding the essential skills for effective communication with oneself and others. this is achieved through the use of effective teaching methods that rely on student engagement and motivation to learn through training and self-directed learning. the course emphasizes skill development through teamwork and interactive methods, helping students improve their verbal and non-verbal communication skills by learning public speaking and the fundamentals of oration. additionally, it helps students develop active listening skills, and contributes to enhancing their abilities in dialogue and persuasion, overcoming public speaking anxiety, self-promotion, negotiation, job interviews, presentation and delivery, and writing. the course also provides students with knowledge about innovative and creative ideas that can be implemented, as well as how to write a resume. furthermore, the course aims to refine students' personalities through participation in group presentations.
3
University english ii is a three-credit hour university-required english language course which is offered to students majoring in sciences, engineering, agriculture, veterinary, and information technology ... etc. students in this course will be exposed to a range of science-based writings in english that supply students with samples of the kind of academic english they are likely to encounter in their textbooks. exercises on grammar, vocabulary and textual organization are geared towards developing students observational and analytical skills that aid comprehension. the course uses an integrated approach which allows for communicative interaction in the class to actively test and broaden the listening and speaking abilities of the students. furthermore, the acquisition of vocabulary items will be reinforced through their use in written sentences. additional training in writing will be given through questions and answers, summaries of principal ideas in a reading passage and the preparation of reports.
32100 Remedial English 0

University Optional Requirements Student must complete 6 credit hours

Course Code Course Name Credit Hours Prerequests
10110 Pharmacy & Society 2
10111 Household Gardening 2
10112 Farm Animals Husbandry 2
2
This course explores the concepts of democracy and human rights and the interrelationship between them. it examines the notion of human rights, their foundations, characteristics, and classifications, as well as the role of international organizations in their promotion and protection. the course aims to enhance students' understanding of the significance of democracy and human rights for both the state and society, with particular emphasis on the arab world. additionally, it addresses the evolution of democracy and human rights globally.the course further examines the concept of international humanitarian law (ihl), its historical development, and its principal sources both customary and treaty-based. it outlines the key legal obligations of parties to armed conflicts and neutral states, as well as the duties of occupying powers toward the occupied territory and its population.
2
This course aims at studying individual, family and community relationships, the cause of pathological phenomena in the society and their symptoms, sources of water and its pollution, air-transmitted diseases, flora and fauna. in addition, the course highlights diseases resulting from technological and urban development. noise pollution is a case in point. it deals with the dimensions of personal and environmental health and their relationship to social, economic, psychological and political factors, measurements and indices of community health status. theoretical framework for viewing organizational issues in the delivery of health services is also discussed.
10127 Science in Community Services 2
2
History and origins of civilizationsthis course studies the emergence of early human civilizations, beginning from the paleolithic era through the advent of agriculture and the formation of the first cities and states. it focuses on ancient civilizations in mesopotamia, egypt, the nile valley, india, and china, as well as mediterranean civilizations like greece and rome. the course examines the factors that contributed to the development of civilizations such as social organization, economy, religion, and arts, with emphasis on the key achievements and innovations that laid the foundations of human history.
10130 Information System in Knowledge Society 2
10131 Geography of Palestine 2
2
History of jerusalemthis course provides a comprehensive study of the history of jerusalem through various periods, starting from ancient times through canaanite, jewish, roman, byzantine, islamic, crusader, and ottoman eras, up to the modern age. the course focuses on political, religious, and social events that shaped the city, as well as its role as a significant spiritual and cultural center for the three abrahamic religions. it also covers the architectural and archaeological changes jerusalem has undergone throughout history
10137 Population Communication 2
10142 Family System in Islam 2
10143 Principles of Religious Observances 2
2
Topics addressed in this course include concept ofsira(biography), its sources, importance, benefit, qualities, most important contemporary suspicions around the qur'anic narrative and responses to them; study of the most important events in the life of the messenger, peace be upon him, from birth to death. this course is a detailed analytical study of the prophet's biography and the lessons that can be drawn from it.
10151 General Principles in Administration 2
10152 Accounting & Book_Keeping 2
2
This course explores the science of toxins and their impacts on human health and the environment, while emphasizing practical strategies for prevention and intervention. students will understand the mechanisms of toxic substances, including chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and environmental pollutants, and examine their effects on biological systems. by the end of the course, participants will be equipped with the knowledge to assess risks, implement safety measures, and advocate for effective public health strategies to mitigate the impact of toxins in various societal contexts.
10156 Investment Principles 2
2
This course an in-depth examination of the interaction between drugs and societal factors, bridging the gap between pharmacological science and its broader social implications. students will explore the mechanisms of drug action, therapeutic uses, and side effects, while also addressing the societal, economic, and ethical dimensions of pharmacology and the impact of pharmaceuticals on public health.
10170 النزاهة والشفافية 2
2
Definition of the word "music" from both linguistic and moral perspectives, interpreting the meanings of music as a science, an art, and a language, the different musical divisions and forms, writing these forms on the musical staff, the method of drawing the clef, the various musical scales, the dimensions that confine it, the distances where the notes exist, the different sections, also the student gets acquainted with the global musical templates, such as symphony and opera, and familiarizes with the arabic templates, such as qasida, mawwashah, adwar, and samai.
2
This course underscores the importance of studying folklore and how this genre inspires popular artists. this course also looks at the processes of glass- blowing, pottery-making, textile industry, etc. with a focus on hosting experts and craftsmen in various fields of folk arts.
10251 Animal & Human Health 2
2
The course aims to identify the concept of physical education and its directand indirect objectives, the relationship between sports and health and othersciences, physical fitness and its divisions, the factors affecting it and way ofdeveloping it, nutritional elements, the body and abnormal posturing, sportsinjuries and the basic principles of first aid.
10254 Sports and Health 2
10255 Practical Swimming 2
2
Psychological culturethis course studies the basic concepts of psychology, including perception, emotions, personality, and communication. it focuses on understanding human behavior through various psychological theories and aims to enhance students psychological awareness and culture, helping them interact with themselves and others in a healthy and social manner
10713 Education in Palestine 2
2
The course aims to explore the factors and determinants that influence policy formulation in both its internal and external dimensions. It emphasizes the optimal use of tools and instruments and the provision of precise information necessary for planning processes, particularly in the context of social mobilization, security and stability, financial resources, national production, industrial energy, and military power at national and international levels. The course also covers an analysis of theories and schools of political development, including behavioural liberal theory, social growth theory, Marxist theory, dependency and development theory, and the Islamic theory of succession. Additionally, the course focuses on studying the methods of political development theories, their intellectual sources, goals, and dimensions, aiming to understand the reasons behind the failure of these theories and models to achieve the desired political development.
2
Jerusalemthis course offers a comprehensive study of the city of jerusalem and its religious and cultural significance throughout history. it covers the geographical, historical, religious, and political dimensions of the city, from the canaanite period through the jewish, roman, byzantine, islamic, crusader, and ottoman eras, up to the current israeli occupation. the course also explores jerusalems importance in the three monotheistic religions, its historical and religious landmarks, and contemporary political issues surrounding the city
2
It aims to introduce students to the basics of marketing and personal sales. the course covers basic marketing concepts and processes, such as market analysis, identifying the target audience, product development, and e-marketing, in addition to understanding the basics of personal selling and its various techniques.

College Requirements Student must complete 21 credit hours

Course Code Course Name Credit Hours Prerequests
3
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.
3
    • 21101
This course introduces students to: the integration and differentiation of exponential and logarithmic functions, trigonometric and partial trigonometric functions and methods of integration, polar co-ordinates, conic sections, extraordinary integration and indefinite quantities.
3
In this course, the following subjects are introduced: vectors, linear and two-dimensional motions, newtons mechanics, work and energy, linear and angular moment, gravitation and simple harmonic motion.
3
    • 22101
This course covers electrical fields and potentials, capacitors, electrical circuits, magnetic field induction, rc and rl circuits, electromagnetic waves, optics, interference and diffraction.
1
    • 22102
This course involves laboratory experimentation in the subjects covered by physics i and physics ii. this includes experiments in the fields of electricity and mechanics. it can be taken concurrent with general physics ii
0
English for the workplace 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 moodle program.
2
This course covers several topics including basic drawing techniques and materials used, orthographic projection, technical sketching, geometric constructions and drawing isometric and oblique pictorial views of objects.
1
This course covers several topics including the history of engineering, evolution and relationship with other disciplines mainly planning and management, types of engineering, engineering design, engineering ethics and the steps for solving engineering problems.
1
    • 10322
This course investigates the fundamentals of scientific research, types of research, experimentation, simulation, statistical analysis, creative thinking, presentation skills, technical report and c.v. writing.
3
This course introduces the basic programming concepts including writing, executing and debugging programs. concepts of modularity and encapsulation, focusing on modules and abstract data types and basic data structures are covered.
1
This course is designed to develop basic skills in fields of manual sheet metal fabrication, welding processes and household electrical circuits. students will perform in individual and practical exercises.
0
This is the practical part of the engineering workshop 1 (67101) course.

Speciality Requirements Student must complete 104 credit hours

Course Code Course Name Credit Hours Prerequests
3
    • 21102
Parametric equations and polar coordinates, vectors in r2 and r3 and surfaces, vector valued functions, partial differential with applications and multiple integration, vector calculus and its aspects
3
    • 21201
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.
3
    • 21102
Relative frequency and probability, discrete and continuous random variables, probability distributions, the binomial and normal distributions, sampling distributions, sampling distributions, confidence intervals, testing hypotheses for one and two population parameters, regression and correlation, testing hypotheses for regression line parameters.
3
Understanding of basic principles of general chemistry such as : structure of molecules ,ions and atoms , types of reactions , stoichiometry , theories of bonding .
1
    • 23101
The objective of this course is to provide the students with experiences in general chemistry techniques, i.e., using bunsen burner, electric balance, calorimeter, and other glassware, and performing various chemistry techniques such as filtration, titration and gravimetric analysis.
3
    • 21101
    • 22101
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 the moment of inertia.
2
    • 64100 or
    • 61100
This course consists of a study of properties and behaviour of building materials used in civil engineering, such as cement, concrete, metals, and wood. students will also learn the standard specifications and testing methods associated with the production and quality control methods, and workplace safety procedures.
1
    • 61205
This course consists of laboratory application of various experiments related to construction materials. it can be taken concurrent with construction materials 61205
3
    • 67211 or
    • 61110
    • 21201
Topics covered in this course are fundamental principles and theories of stress and strain and their interrelationship, mechanical properties of materials, pressure, influence of temperature, shear and bending forces and stresses, flexural and compound stresses, maximum and minimum strains, deflection of beams and the stability of columns.
1
    • 61207
This course consists of laboratory applications and experiments in relation to the topics covered in the course mechanics of materials.
2
    • 21231 or
    • 21230 or
    • 62113
Introduction, theory of errors, distance measurement, leveling, theodolite and its applications, electronic distance measurement, coordinate geometry and traverse surveying. (prerequisite 62113).
1
    • 61222
Students in this course are supposed to apply in the field the principles that are being taught in the theoretical surveying (1) course (61222). in particular the following subjects will be covered: chain surveying, leveling, angle measurement and edm (distomat) applications (coordinate geometry). (prerequisite 62113+61222 synchronous).
2
This course studies various types of geological sciences and their relationship to other sciences. topics covered include cosmology, crystallography, mineralogy, petrology and soil and rock engineering behaviour. at the end, the course provides an introduction to soil mechanics.
2
    • 61204 or
    • 61205
    • 61104 or
    • 62102 or
    • 62113
The topics taught in this course include the types of construction, preparation of the site, safety in the construction site, the elements of a building and their types (such as the foundation, columns, beams and roof), the materials used in the construction process (such as concrete, blocks, steel and stones) and the finishing elements (such as plastering, painting, tiling, electrical and mechanical work and elevators). overall, this course aims to develop students abilities to construct a building from beginning to end.
1
    • 61304
This course consists of practical drawing applications for various exercises related to building construction.
1
    • 61371 or
    • 61305
This course aims at providing an introduction to engineering drawings related to civil engineering using cadd. a student will practice on using general drawings, symbols, measurements, dimensions, directions, distances, and templates. a student will also practice using maps, surveying maps, plans, construction plans, roadway plans and cross-sections, water and wastewater plans, electricity and telecommunication plans and plan for structural designs and details.
3
    • 61207 or
    • 61212
Review of basic principles of statics: equilibrium equations, static determinacy. analysis of statically determinate beams & frames: shear & bending moment diagrams. analysis of statically determinate plane trusses: method of joints & method of sections, applications. cables & arches: analysis of cables, three-hinged arch, applications. deflections: moment area method, conjugate beam method, virtual work, applications to beams, frames & trusses. influence lines for statically determinate structures.
2
    • 61315
    • 21321 or
    • 64203 or
    • 64251 or
    • 65303
Review of basic principles of mechanics: equilibrium equations, static & kinematic determinacy. stiffness method: development of matrix stiffness method & applications to trusses, beams & frames, ( 2-dimensional & 3- dimensional)
1
    • 61317
This course consists of the application of experiments to the topics covered in structural analysis (1) and (2).
2
    • 61222 or
    • 61220
    • 61223
Areas and volumes. route surveying, horizontal control surveys, introduction to photogrammetry, global positioning systems (gps) measurements. (prerequisite 61222).
1
    • 61223 or
    • 61322
Students in this course are supposed to apply in the field the principles that are being taught in the theoretical surveying course (61322); mainly areas and volumes, route surveying, horizontal control surveys, introduction to photogrammetry and global positioning systems (gps). (prerequisite 61322).
3
    • 61212 or
    • 61207
    • 61203 or
    • 61230
In this course, students will learn the fundamental principles of soil behaviour including physical and mechanical properties, as well as classification, identification and soil-testing. students will also be introduced to the principles of permeability and seepage as well as the theory and applications of consolidation. the course ends with a look at shear strength applications on soil and soil bearing for building foundations and other purposes.
1
    • 61331
This lab will cover 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, atterberg limits (liquid and plastic limits), relative density, compaction, field compaction, permeability, shear strength tests (unconfined and direct shear box) and consolidation.
3
    • 67221 or
    • 61211 or
    • 67210
Fluid properties, fluid statics, kinematics of fluid flow, eulers and bernoullis equations, control volumes and continuity principles, energy conservation principles, ideal incompressible flow, impulse-momentum principles, real fluid flow, similitude and dimensional analysis. steady state flow in pipes, types of flow, viscous flow and friction factor.
3
    • 61340 or
    • 61341
Flow resistance, and velocity profiles in pipes and open channels. water distribution networks. open channel flow, uniform and varied flow in open channels. introduction to hydraulic machines (pumps and turbines). introduction to the design requirements of water systems including water supply, storm water drainage, and hydraulic structures. introduction to software used for water systems design and analysis.
1
    • 61345
Principles of fluid mechanics and hydraulics through laboratory experiments. experiments cover fluid properties, velocity variation and continuity equation, hydrostatics and pressure measurement, velocity and flow measurement, orifices, venturi meters, and weirs. uniform and varied flow in open channels, and pumps in parallel and series.
3
    • 23107
    • 61341
Introduction to environmental systems, problems, and pollution. pollution sources, impacts, and controls for water, air, and soil. solid waste management. noise pollution. water and environmental quality, standards, conservation and management.
3
    • 61302 or
    • 61331
    • 61322 or
    • 61221
Characteristics of the elements of the transportation systems. basic design aspects of highway geometrical design, which include roadway elements, route selection, vertical and horizontal alignment, and cross-sectional elements and parking. basic principles of highway structural design, subgrade material, materials of construction for highways, asphalt mix design, and design of flexible and rigid pavement structures. basics of pavement evaluation.
1
    • 61360
Application of route location and design of highways principles through design project. subgrade and granular material tests for highway construction. highway bituminous materials general properties and gradation testing. asphalt mix design and binder recovery testing. highway friction testing. quality control tests for highway construction.
3
    • 61315
Students are introduced to the definitions and design theories, analysis and design of structural elements for bending, shear force and axial force. application on design of structural elements: slabs, beams, short columns and isolated (single) footings. development of reinforcing steel.
3
8 weeks of practical training of at least 320 practical hours. this engineering practical training should be performed in a creditable engineering establishment.
2
    • 61390
    • 61316 or
    • 61317
Analysis and design of a structure as one unit. slab systems, long columns, torsion and deflection.
1
    • 61412
Practical applications to various topics covered in design of reinforced concrete (1) and (2).
3
    • 61316 or
    • 61317
This course provides students with a background about specifications, requirements, behavioural principles, the design of structural steel tension, compression and flexural members. the course also introduces the types of connections: riveted, bolted, and welded. the course finally provides structural detailing for trusses, beams, columns and frame elastic designs and uses some computer applications.
3
    • 61302 or
    • 68300 or
    • 61331
This course begins with review of soil mechanics and introduction to subsurface exploration. then it covers bearing capacity of shallow foundation, stress distribution and foundation settlement. then it moves to lateral earth pressure and retaining structures. this course ends with an introduction to the pile foundation system. it includes computer applications.
3
    • 61345
Hydrological cycle, processes, and systems with numerical applications on water budget. meteorological parameters and concepts related to hydrology. hydrological measurements include precipitation, evaporation and transpiration, infiltration, interception and depression storage and stream flow. flood hydrographs and hydrologic flood routing. rainfall-runoff analysis and modeling. probability and statistics in hydrology. introduction to groundwater hydrology.
3
    • 61350 or
    • 61352
    • 61345
Water and wastewater treatment systems. physical, chemical, and biological treatment processes. design and operation of treatment plants. wastewater reuse systems and sludge management.
1
    • 61451
This course covers the basic chemistry and chemical calculations related to environmental engineering through lab methods and interpretation of results. the course looks at essential environmental lab experiments of main water and wastewater quality parameters such as ph, alkalinity, conductivity, turbidity, bod, cod and biological microorganisms.
2
    • 61360
Principles of traffic operations, which include characteristics of the elements of the transportation systems, traffic engineering studies, principles of traffic flow, intersection control including principles of signal design, capacity and level of service for freeways/multi-lane highways and signalized intersections. fundamentals of transportation planning process and principles of travel demand forecasting.
1
    • 61463
This course looks at various traffic engineering studies including data collection and tabulation and analysis, including the use of appropriate software for data collection, manipulation, and analysis. the lab includes application project.
3
    • 61371 or
    • 68350 or
    • 61304
    • 61471 or
    • 65301
This course is designed to prepare students to handle the practical tasks the engineer is exposed to in the real life. the topics discussed in readings and course lectures are selected to give the student a comprehensive understanding of the process of generating, bidding, and performing construction contracts components of direct and indirect construction costs, work breakdown, contingency and risk.. this course teaches the methodology, procedures and organizational techniques involved in preparing a competitive bid. detailed estimates for each major construction discipline are prepared, based upon real construction project documents. ethical considerations in budgeting and estimating are discussed. the final project is the preparation of a formal competitive bid on a project. a study of methods and operations in managing projects from both the perspective of the constructor and designer. topics include elements of the construction process, project delivery types and types of construction contracts.
3
    • 61304 or
    • 68350 or
    • 61371
    • 61471 or
    • 65301
This course is designed to prepare students to handle the practical and managerial tasks the engineer is exposed to in the real life. it covers the main concepts in the following field of planning, scheduling, organizing and controlling safety and quality control. this course covers a construction project schedule as a network of activities. an understanding of the logic diagram; network analysis through forward pass, backward pass, critical path and float; and updating, evaluation and use of schedule in cost crashing and resource leveling are explained. application software systems are utilized
61598 Graduation Project I 2
3
    • 61597 or
    • 61598
In these two courses, which are covered in two consecutive semesters, each student is expected to select a civil engineering problem in consultation with his/her supervisor and the approval of the department head. the work produced should reflect the high standard of academic strength, expressive ability and professional orientation at the final stage of the students preparation. the project prepared by the student should be defended in front of a special committee.
3
    • 61201 or
    • 66111 or
    • 65201
    • 21241 or
    • 21202 or
    • 21203
The course aims to clarify the basic skills of numerical methods such as error calculations, solving linear and non-linear equations and their systems, numerical differentiation and integration, solving ordinary differential equations and their systems, curve fitting and interpolation.
3
    • 21102
Topics covered include principles and ways used by the engineer to justify the economic decisions concerning long and short-term planning, development of skills in preparing cash-flow as well as present and future value calculations. the students are introduced to different ways used in evaluating projects and their economic feasibility using present value, future value, annual payments, and rate of return profit to choose most feasible project and computer applications, and basic concepts management.
3
    • 67211 or
    • 61110
This course includes topics such as kinematics of particles, two and three dimensional dynamics of rigid bodies, force and acceleration, work and energy, impulse and momentum and an introduction to vibrations.

Speciality Optional Requirements Student must complete 15 credit hours

Course Code Course Name Credit Hours Prerequests
21232 Methods of Statistics II 3
    • 21230 or
    • 21231
21302 Partial Differential Equations 1 3
    • 21202 or
    • 21203
21322 Linear Programming 3
    • 21241
21323 Operations Research I 3
    • 21241
61401 Structural Analysis III 3
    • 61317 or
    • 61316
3
    • 61316 or
    • 61318
    • 61390 or
    • 68401
Importance of conceptual design. conceptual design requirements. loads calculations including wind and seismic. design of several structural elements. two and three dimensional design of structures. develop and invent new structural systems.
3
    • 61317 or
    • 61316
    • 61412 or
    • 61490
Design of footings, design of retaining walls, design of simple water tanks, and use of membrane theory to analyze and design thin structures and domes.
3
    • 61390
This course looks at several design methods for pre-stressed concrete. these include stresses calculations, stress losses in pre-stressed concrete, deflection in pre-stressed concrete elements, design to resist shear loads, dimensions of pre-stressed concrete structural elements and fixing joints.
3
    • 61420
Topics covered in this course include plastic behaviour in structures, the theory of ultimate analysis and finite design, ultimate loads for structural elements, loads cause frames failure, slab analysis based on plastic methods and elastic conditions for resisting seismic loads.
3
    • 61205
    • 68350 or
    • 61304
Stone specifications. blocks and concrete units. design of stone wall. stone building rehabilitation. applications. lab tests on stone.
3
    • 61316 or
    • 61318
Modeling of structures, three dimensional static response to lateral forces, dynamic response to gradual, step and periodic forces, earthquake response of linear systems, earthquake response according to ibc2006 code, earthquake design through a detailed example
3
    • 61318
This course consists of selected topics to be thoroughly studied and analysed in areas of structural engineering and design.
3
    • 61317
One degree of freedom of structures. review of basics principles of dynamic analysis. numerical and close form solution analysis of structures. multi degree of freedom of structures.
3
    • 61322
This course studies surveying errors, propagation of variances and covariances, weights, least squares adjustment, the method of observation equations and the method of condition equations.
3
    • 61302 or
    • 61331
This course covers advanced topics in soil mechanics, such as, soil improvements techniques, subsurface exploration, expansive soil, landsliding, slope stability, and geotechnical earthquake. in addition, computer applications in different topics will be implemented
3
    • 61331
This course will cover advanced topics in physical and chemical properties of soil, the theory of consolidation and advanced topics in shear strength of cohesive and cohesionless soils.
3
    • 61303 or
    • 61431
This course begins with review to pile foundation, and then will continue with advanced topics of pile foundation, such as, uplift capacity, group of piles and lateral capacity of piles. the course continues with the subject braced excavations. sheet pile walls will be then covered. then foundation on difficult soils will be studied. then if time permits introduction to reinforced earth and introduction to geotechnical earthquake engineering will be given. it includes computer applications for pile foundation, sheet pile walls, and other applications in time permits.
3
    • 61431
This course covers advanced topics in geotechnical earthquake engineering and rock mechanics.
3
    • 61431
This course looks at computer geotechnical applications using special geotechnical software.
3
    • 61331
This course offers lab experiments that will be done by the students individually on cohesive, cohesionless soils and rocks.
3
    • 61441
Importance of groundwater, distribution of subsurface water, aquifer types, soil texture, general soil parameters, general aquifer parameters, and springs. the concept of hydraulic head. darcys law. determining the hydraulic conductivity. storage in confined and unconfined aquifers. heterogeneity and anisotropy. general equation of groundwater flow. groundwater flow directions and flow nets. steady state flow in confined and unconfined aquifers. groundwater modeling. components of pumping wells. well hydraulics. general concepts of salt-water intrusion. groundwater contamination. soil water in the vadose zone. groundwater recharge. groundwater modeling and management using specialized software.
3
    • 61441
Hydrological systems and processes for surface water. analysis of metrological and hydrological data with statistical models applications. runoff generation mechanisms for humid and dry catchments. urban hydrology. hydraulic flood routing models. rainfall-runoff analysis and modeling with a focus on the catchment scale. apply the knowledge of engineering hydrology to real-world engineering design and environmental management issues.
3
    • 61441
The relationship between water, soil, and plant. crop water requirements. principles of irrigation scheduling and irrigation management. water transport and distribution in the unsaturated zone. design and evaluation of different irrigation systems. introduction to the practical reuse of treated wastewater in agriculture and its impacts on on the environment. introduction to software used for crop water requirements and irrigation scheduling
3
    • 61441
This course consists of a review of pipe networks and open channel hydraulics, drainage structures, storm water management, applications including urban drainage, rural, agriculture drainage and software application.
3
    • 61352
The origin and background of environmental quality monitoring; current legislation and governmental objectives; and practical applications including continuous measurement and sampling techniques, analysis/monitoring, soil, gas, water, and particulate measurements, site selection, calibration, qa/qc, and data ratification.
3
    • 61352
Topics in this course include the range of modern water treatment processes for the removal of dissolved impurities (including toxic metals and trace organics), the destruction of pathogenic organisms, the basic principles on which the processes are based, selection of appropriate processes and practical design considerations.
3
    • 61352
Overview of the roles and functions of solid waste services. appreciation of the legislation relevant to the collection and disposal of wastes and curbside recycling, understanding the sources of wastes their nature and classification, understanding the options available for the minimization, recovery, re-use, treatment, and disposal of wastes, understanding the practical aspects of curbside recycling schemes, understanding the various types of collection systems and the different types of vehicles and transport systems, understanding how alternating collection systems may be employed for the collection of refuse and recycling, appreciation of the special needs of dealing with health care wastes, appreciation of the processes involved in inviting, tendering, and awarding contracts, and understanding the process of effectively monitoring and managing contracts in wastes collection and curbside recycling schemes.
3
    • 61352
How to develop and implement an effective environmental management system. fundamental principles of effective environmental auditing and understand its role in environmental management and benefits to industrial sites. understanding the requirements, benefits and problems of auditing systems such as iso and ims. how ems can be used to enhance economic performance and improve business competitiveness, how to use ems to facilitate regulatory compliance, and the benefits of accredited ems leading to increased regulator confidence. how to create an internal culture of process optimization and waste minimization. how to design and plan effective auditing procedures - solid & practical advice. different types of environmental audit, and the tangible benefits they bring to businesses. understanding the liabilities of environmental auditors and those commissioning them.
3
    • 61352
This course is designed for persons wishing to work in the water utilities, environmental engineering consultancies, process contractors, equipment manufacturers, industrial water users, environmental agencies, and suppliers serving the international water and environment sectors. the course covers the technology and process design to prevent pollution and to provide pure water for drinking and industrial use. new technologies, engineering, and management techniques will be presented.
3
    • 61352
Topics included in this course include a conduct objective evaluation, formal descriptions of a real natural system or geographic region, preparation of a unified document summarising physical, biological and social aspects of a study area and review of pertinent laws and eis documents.
3
    • 61352
The abundance of the chemical elements and the principles of distribution and migration of elements in geological environments, and some applications to selected examples.
3
    • 61352
Students in this course will learn how geographic information system (gis) technology allows users to combine tabular information with maps, creating powerful spatial databases which display and query information in new ways. this course will teach students general gis and global positioning (gps) skills and concepts.
3
    • 61460 or
    • 61463
Management of the various types of traffic systems including cbd streets and junctions, arterials and freeways. management of residential area streets. public transportation management. restraint measures and parking management. measures to improve safety and environmental quality. traffic administration. application of transportation systems management concepts in the urban areas in palestine.
3
    • 61461 or
    • 61360
Advance knowledge and practical training in the analysis and design of highway and airport pavements. principles of theoretical and practical approaches of design. various methods of design are introduced for both flexible and rigid pavements. stresses in both types of pavements are studied and analyzed. introduction to the principles of pavement management, pavement evaluation, maintenance, and rehabilitation.
3
    • 10601360
The transportation planning process. transportation studies, data collection and management. transportation modeling. land-use and transportation planning. demand analysis. network and supply analysis. forecasting travel demand. impact assessment and evaluation.
3
    • 61460 or
    • 61463
Advanced topics of interest to students related to traffic engineering and its computer applications.
3
    • 61463 or
    • 61460
This course introduces students to emerging issues and trends in traffic engineering. it looks at traffic flow characteristics, gap acceptance and queuing theory, signalised intersection design and capacity analysis, highway capacity and level of service, signalised corridor analysis and traffic safety.
3
    • 61472
This course is designed to provide student with advanced management skills to tackle the real life issues to be able to join the industry internationally. it covers the main concepts in the following fields of planning and advanced scheduling techniques, project finance, labor productivity improvement, it utilization and computer applications in construction management
3
    • 61472
Topics covered in this course include the different management theories, how to improve productivity and its effects on project cost. how to prepare a schedule, how to control quality for the construction projects and risk management
3
    • 61472
Topics covered in this course look at the principles of project management, safety factors on site during the construction phase, the effects of accidents on the time, cost and quality of the project and the material used and their risks
3
    • 61472
The course provides a survey-level treatment of many aspects of the construction project management process. it consists of an overview of the process and the foundation for advanced study at the graduate level, to enable students to have a working awareness and some knowledge of several construction management issues. the primary goal of this course is to familiarize students with the construction industry, activities that take place throughout a construction project, and responsibilities involved in successfully managing construction. specific topics will include the difference between cm " and "cm ", description of the construction management process, description of project controls, and description of how to "keep score " of a construction projects success or failure."
3
Advanced topics in civil engineering that provide detailed study of course/s covered in fourth and fifth year of the b.sc. degree.
3
This course will introduce the students to the engineering approach for planning, design, implementation and operation of civil engineering systems. other topics that are covered by this course are failure analysis of civil engineering systems, reliability and sustainability of civil engineering systems, professional practices and documentation of civil engineering systems.
3
Selected topics to be thoroughly studied and analyzed in areas of civil engineering.
0
    • 61221 or
    • 61222
In this course students will cover advanced topics in surveying and other than topics covered in ordinary courses.
3
    • 61221 or
    • 61322
This course introduces students to gis, data models and structures, georeferencing and co-ordinate systems, data collection and data entry, spatial analyses, visualisation and choosing a gis.
3
    • 61360
This course looks at geometric design of highways as related to operation, capacity and safety. it looks at alignment, drainage, and roadways features as well as the use of computer software for preparing highway design drawings.
3
    • 61204
    • 61390
Physical and chemical aspects of constitution and fundamental properties of materials. cements and concrete mixes. asphalts and asphaltic concrete. laboratory investigations : sampling and testing.
3
    • 61441
The course contains a background information regarding the traditional and untraditional water resources with basic information and fundamental computations in addition to the basic concepts of water resources management. the course also include a description of the use of multiple criteria decision analysis in the management of water resources and environmental systems in addition to the basic concepts of optimization and their use in different water resources systems including water distribution networks, groundwater, surface water, water quality and land use
3
    • 61412
    • 61420
This course looks at structural behaviour, the definition of failure, main sources of failure including locations of failure, the methods of preventing failure, the causes of failure and remedy methods.
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