| Course Code |
Course Name |
Credit Hours |
Prerequests |
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10032100
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Remedial English
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0 |
|
| This is a three-hour non-credited English course offered to students who score poorly (i.e. below 50%) on the placement test. Since the major concern of this course is to improve the students’ proficiency before starting their ordinary university English basic courses and major courses taught in English, special emphasis has been placed on enhancing the students’ ability to effectively acquire the four language skills: reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Specifically, the course attempts to ensure an academically acceptable performance on the part of the students at the level of the English basic courses. Moreover, the course aims at expanding students’ vocabulary needed for various tasks. |
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11000101
|
Islamic Culture
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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. |
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11000102
|
Arabic Language
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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. |
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11000103
|
English Language I
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3 |
|
| This 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. |
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11000105
|
Palestinian Studies
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3 |
|
| The course is mandatory for university students from various disciplines, so it does provide 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 Palestinian issue from its begging until present day in social, economic and political issue. |
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11000108
|
Community Service
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1 |
|
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11000117
|
Leadership and Communication Skills
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1 |
|
|
11000126
|
Introduction to Computer Science and Skills
|
2 |
|
|
11000323
|
English Language II
|
3 |
|
| Course Code |
Course Name |
Credit Hours |
Prerequests |
|
10811110
|
Introduction to Geography
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3 |
|
|
10811111
|
Geography of Palestine
|
3 |
|
| This course aims at introducing students to their homeland Palestine with its pre- 1948 borders. Physical and human characteristics are studied. It also aims at strengthening the students’ loyalty to their land and people |
|
10811114
|
Principles of Surveying
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3 |
|
| This course aims at providing students with skills to do field measurements of terrestrial features such as buildings, land parcels, and roads. It also aims at enabling students to prepare large-scale maps and plans, using different surveying instruments. The course includes both theoretical and practical materials. |
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10811115
|
Principles of Maps and Cartographic Representation
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3 |
|
| Topics covered in the course include principles of map drawing, cartographic symbols used in maps, instruments used in map drawing, technical and mathematical methods used to make projections, methods of land survey, creation of projections, spaces on maps, nature, and familiarity with equipment used in various surveying operations, in addition to ways of elevating a natural area on a map or a physical plan. |
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10811216
|
Principles of Climate
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3 |
|
| This course begins with a definition of climatology and the relationship between climatology and meteorology, atmosphere in terms of structure and its effect on controlling earth’s environment, a study of climatic elements (sun rays, heat, winds, air pressure, moisture, precipitation, rain, clouds, mist) and a general foundation on which international climate classifications are based. |
|
10811217
|
Principles of Geology
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3 |
|
| This course covers the earth’s formation and structure, topography or elevation (relief) generating movements, and external factors influencing the external surface of earth. |
|
10811218
|
Principles of Geomorphology
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3 |
|
| This course covers topics such as forms of earth surface in terms of their description, distribution, development, and interpretation of their origin. The course also discusses the earth’s geological structure and the geomorphologic process. In addition, the course introduces the pillars and the basic concept of geomorphology, and highlights the role of geomorphologic processes and factors which are attributed to structural factors: volcanic and geomorphologic changes resulting from external processes such as land-sliding, coastal, and karstic factors. |
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10811219
|
Principles of Statistics
|
3 |
|
| This course introduces a number of topics: measurements of central speed, and dispersion, natural distribution, coefficient correlation, regression coefficient, sampling theory and statistical significance. |
|
10811220
|
Economic Geography
|
3 |
|
| This course aims at deepening students’ knowledge of the principles of economic geography, its rules and sections, and its research approaches. This will allow students to understand physical and human environments which in turn decide centers of economic activities in the world. |
|
10811221
|
Computers Uses in Geography
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3 |
|
| This course begins with the basics of computer science, and then it moves to the use of Word, Excel, Access, SPSS, and Internet. |
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10811222
|
Geography of Arab World
|
3 |
|
| This course is a comprehensive regional geographical study of the Arab World. This will be followed by detailed studies of some Arab countries. |
|
10811223
|
Introduction to Aerial Photo Analysis
|
3 |
|
| This course introduces the history of aerial photography, its types and geometric characteristics as well as its importance in land use/ land cover mapping and quantitative and qualitative analysis of aerial photographs using stereoscopes. |
|
10811224
|
Introduction to Geographic Information System
|
3 |
|
| This course introduces a number of topics: basics of Geographical Information System (GIS), its importance for geographers in spatial analysis and mapping, using the well- known GIS software. |
|
10811225
|
Principles of Demography
|
3 |
|
| This is a study of different population theories and policies, sources of demographic and urban data, mortality, migration and its rates, and factors influencing them. |
|
10811254
|
Computer Aided Design
|
3 |
|
| After completion of the Computer Use in Geography course, students in this course learn about the software of geometric drawing that is useful to geographers. They also learn how to produce large-scale maps and plans. |
|
10811314
|
Methods of Real Estate Appraising
|
3 |
|
|
10811316
|
Applied Meteorology
|
3 |
|
|
10811332
|
Research Methods in Geography
|
3 |
|
| This course explains the steps to be followed in conducting geographical research. It concentrates on methods of data collection and provides students with the necessary skills to carry out research work. |
|
10811336
|
Urban Planning
|
3 |
|
|
10811434
|
Applied Geography
|
3 |
|
| This course aims at improving students’ capabilities of understanding spatial distribution, properties, and changes of geographical features existing in different environments. It also aims at providing students with the necessary skills, such as data collection methods, data processing, data analysis and displaying results, and map and report preparation. This course is based on field work, computer geographic software, and lab work. |
|
10811436
|
Regional Planning
|
3 |
|
| This course highlights the relationship between planning and geography, factors influencing planning, and types of planning: agricultural, industrial, etc. It also introduces patterns of planning in countries that have different social systems. The course concludes with methods of classifying regions within each area of study. |
|
10811437
|
Population Geography
|
3 |
|
| Topics covered in this course include the geographical distribution of population, factors influencing this distribution, different demographic structures, general mobility of population, people’s relationship with the environment and natural resources. |
|
10811441
|
Graduation Project
|
3 |
|
| This course aims at training students on how to write term papers and theses in geography, and how to apply geography research methods. Students are expected to conduct different research projects on geographical topics. |
|
10811444
|
Practical Training
|
2 |
|
|
10811445
|
Practical Training
|
3 |
|
| Course Code |
Course Name |
Credit Hours |
Prerequests |
|
10811253
|
Environment Preservation
|
3 |
|
| This course investigates the relationship between man and his old and present environment and the mutual influence of both. The course also surveys old and modern schools concerning this mutual relationship and the subsequent problems resulting from this interaction, especially in the age of technology, which has resulted in very dangerous problems and has created an imbalance in the environment. These problems can be seen in pollution in all its types, production, food distribution, draining of resources, and desertification. These problems will be studied in terms of their causes and effects and possible solutions. There is also an emphasis on the importance of proper scientific planning to maintain environmental balance for the sake of man’s life on this planet. |
|
10811333
|
Water Resources Geography
|
3 |
|
| Topics covered in this course include the water cycle - in particular, its basic elements: rainfall, evaporation, precipitation, water infiltration in soil, underground water, rivers and lakes, seas and oceans, water amount availability and scarcity, changes in time and place, utilization, development and preservation of these resources. |
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10811362
|
Geographical Field Studies
|
3 |
|
| This course aims at introducing students to geographical phenomena and their monitoring and field observation through field studies and trips |
|
10811365
|
Location Theory
|
3 |
|
| This course is meant to introduce different factors and location theories, i.e., von Thunen; weight loss and transport cost; labor differential and transport costs, Weber Theory, Fetter theory, in addition to location concepts such as site vs. situation, etc. |
|
10811435
|
Transport Geography
|
3 |
|
|
10811466
|
Study and Analysis of Maps
|
3 |
|
| The purpose of this course is to train students on how to draw topographical- geological points on maps and analyze these points as an integral part of the map components. They will also receive training on analysis of some other maps. |
|
10811469
|
Geographical Topic in English
|
3 |
|
| This course is a study of geographical subjects in English. These subjects are human, physical and economic geography. Topics covered are not taught in the four-year curriculum plan of the department. The course aims at helping students acquire English technical terms used in geography. |
|
10811470
|
Geopolitics
|
3 |
|
| This course covers a large number of topics: man and his internal and external relationships on a specific area of land, international problems, relations between countries, their potential and political borders, stages of countries’ development, international relations, colonial expansion, old colonial activity by some colonial powers such as Britain France, Italy, Germany, the U.S.A, and Holland, etc. The course illustrates some methods of modern colonialism and contemporary international border disputes which have caused wars among many countries. |
|
10871423
|
حوكمة الشركات
|
3 |
|
|
11011222
|
Entrepreneurship and Innovation
|
3 |
|
| Course Code |
Course Name |
Credit Hours |
Prerequests |
|
10811214
|
Cadastral Surveying
|
3 |
|
|
10811250
|
Fundamentals of Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS)
|
3 |
|
| This course will cover fundamentals of the Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS). It provides an overview of the GNSS system, its operation, concepts of satellite navigation, signal structure, major sources of error, positioning techniques, and GNSS applications on land at sea and in the air. This course will also include field work which will consist of GPS data collection and analysis of different types of receivers. |
|
10811323
|
Applied Photogrammetry
|
3 |
|
|
10811328
|
Advanced Surveying
|
3 |
|
| Building on the subjects taught in Principles of Surveying, this course introduces other subjects: the computation of areas and volumes, route surveying, horizontal control surveys, and adjustment computation. |
|
10811350
|
Applied Global Positioning System
|
3 |
|
|
10811358
|
Geomorphological Studies
|
3 |
|
| This course investigates geomorphologic phenomena and capitalizes on students’ knowledge taken in Geography 34215 which tackles geomorphologic processes in terms of analysis, description and classification. The course also dwells on mechanical engraving processes because of geomorphologic phenomena in arid, dry areas represented in desert forms. It also examines draining networks, river floors and coastal forms in both mild and hot weather areas. This is in addition to ice forms in cold areas, karstic erosion/ weathering as a result of chemical dissolution and its variations according to climates and different rocks. The course, finally, highlights the significance of geomorphologic study and the possibility of its contribution to the preparation of engineering projects, economic geology and military purposes. |
|
10811364
|
Geographic Information System (GIS)
|
3 |
|
| This course builds on the Introduction to GIS course. It focuses on studying advanced methods of spatial and attributes data. It also includes applications and projects in different topicsm such as mapping, urban planning, environment, population and land use, using the GIS software. |
|
10811428
|
Computation Adjustment
|
3 |
|
|
10811439
|
Remote Sensing
|
3 |
|
| This course covers the basic concepts of remote sensing, the spectral characteristics of different features of the environment, remote sensing satellites orbiting the earth, and satellite image processing techniques. |
|
10811443
|
Applied Remote-Sensing
|
3 |
|
|
10811468
|
Astronomical Geography
|
3 |
|
| This course studies theories which address the universe’s formation, including the solar system. It also studies the characteristics of stars and planets. Students are also trained on using the telescope for monitoring the universe. |
