Academic Plan

Total Credit Hours Required to Finish the Degree ( 166 Credit Hours ) as Follows

University Requirements

Univ. Req.
Univ. Elec.

Students must pass all of the following courses

Course Number	Course Name	Weekly Hours		Cr. Hrs.	Prerequisite
Course Number	Course Name	Theoretical	Practical	Cr. Hrs.	Prerequisite
000011110	COMMUNITY SERVICE	COMMUNITY SERVICE	1	-	0	-
010610014	BEGINNING ENGLISH	In Reading, students learn to skim; scan; identify the main idea and supporting details; make predictions about a text; answer questions about a text; identify signal words, transitions, pronouns, and referents; identify parts of speech and verb tenses; guess the meaning of unknown words from context; and recognize prefixes and suffixes. In Writing, students learn to write both simple and compound sentences with correct punctuation and capitalization. They write at the sentence and paragraph level using simple present tense, simple past tense, and simple future tense. In Grammar, students review the basic parts of speech and their functions in a sentence, the simple tenses (present, past, and future) and present and past continuous, pronouns, prepositions of time and location, articles, singular and plural nouns, and question formation.	3	-	0	-
010610025	INTERMEDIATE ENGLISH	In Reading, students learn to skim; scan; identify the main and supporting details; make predictions and answer questions about a text; identify signal words, transitions, pronouns, and referents, parts of speech and verb tenses; guess the meaning of contextual words; recognize prefixes and suffixes, recognize noun, adjective, and adverb clauses, and distinguish between fact and opinion.	3	-	2	010610014 BEGINNING ENGLISH In Reading, students learn to skim; scan; identify the main idea and supporting details; make predictions about a text; answer questions about a text; identify signal words, transitions, pronouns, and referents; identify parts of speech and verb tenses; guess the meaning of unknown words from context; and recognize prefixes and suffixes. In Writing, students learn to write both simple and compound sentences with correct punctuation and capitalization. They write at the sentence and paragraph level using simple present tense, simple past tense, and simple future tense. In Grammar, students review the basic parts of speech and their functions in a sentence, the simple tenses (present, past, and future) and present and past continuous, pronouns, prepositions of time and location, articles, singular and plural nouns, and question formation.
010610026	INTERMEDIATE ENGLISH LAB	The Language Center courses are designed to help students cope with university education in English. The unlock listening and speaking 2 (Intermediate English Lab.) focuses on developing students’ listening, speaking and critical thinking skills. Students watch videos, listen to audios, think critically to be able to speak about different topics using a simplified academic language. The intermediate English lab is meant to prepare students for speaking and listening contexts. Students learn strategies for improving listening comprehension and stimulating critical thinking. The language lab component is specifically designed to improve students’ speaking and listening skills.		2	1	010610014 BEGINNING ENGLISH In Reading, students learn to skim; scan; identify the main idea and supporting details; make predictions about a text; answer questions about a text; identify signal words, transitions, pronouns, and referents; identify parts of speech and verb tenses; guess the meaning of unknown words from context; and recognize prefixes and suffixes. In Writing, students learn to write both simple and compound sentences with correct punctuation and capitalization. They write at the sentence and paragraph level using simple present tense, simple past tense, and simple future tense. In Grammar, students review the basic parts of speech and their functions in a sentence, the simple tenses (present, past, and future) and present and past continuous, pronouns, prepositions of time and location, articles, singular and plural nouns, and question formation.
010610035	ADVANCED ENGLISH	This is an integrated skills course in which students work on reading, Writing, listening' and speaking. In reading, student learn to distinguish between fact and opinion,determine the author's purpose or point of view, justify answers to comprehension questions,make inferences, read academic texts, recognize grammatical relation ship in atext. In Writing, student learn to write complex sentences and comma splices. In Grammar, the review parts of speech, articles, and phrases and clauses.	3	-	2	010610025 INTERMEDIATE ENGLISH In Reading, students learn to skim; scan; identify the main and supporting details; make predictions and answer questions about a text; identify signal words, transitions, pronouns, and referents, parts of speech and verb tenses; guess the meaning of contextual words; recognize prefixes and suffixes, recognize noun, adjective, and adverb clauses, and distinguish between fact and opinion. 010610026 INTERMEDIATE ENGLISH LAB The Language Center courses are designed to help students cope with university education in English. The unlock listening and speaking 2 (Intermediate English Lab.) focuses on developing students’ listening, speaking and critical thinking skills. Students watch videos, listen to audios, think critically to be able to speak about different topics using a simplified academic language. The intermediate English lab is meant to prepare students for speaking and listening contexts. Students learn strategies for improving listening comprehension and stimulating critical thinking. The language lab component is specifically designed to improve students’ speaking and listening skills.
010610036	ADVANCED ENGLISH LAB	This course aims at developing students listening and speaking skills. This is to be accomplished through helping them enrich their lexical input so that they can understand English language in its spoken forms as a focus and in its written form too. As a result, they will be able to communicate successfully. The course provides students with a series of listening, speaking, reading, pronunciation and vocabulary exercises that meet Bloom’s learning objectives. Furthermore, it aims at developing their critical thinking skills.		2	1	010610025 INTERMEDIATE ENGLISH In Reading, students learn to skim; scan; identify the main and supporting details; make predictions and answer questions about a text; identify signal words, transitions, pronouns, and referents, parts of speech and verb tenses; guess the meaning of contextual words; recognize prefixes and suffixes, recognize noun, adjective, and adverb clauses, and distinguish between fact and opinion. 010610026 INTERMEDIATE ENGLISH LAB The Language Center courses are designed to help students cope with university education in English. The unlock listening and speaking 2 (Intermediate English Lab.) focuses on developing students’ listening, speaking and critical thinking skills. Students watch videos, listen to audios, think critically to be able to speak about different topics using a simplified academic language. The intermediate English lab is meant to prepare students for speaking and listening contexts. Students learn strategies for improving listening comprehension and stimulating critical thinking. The language lab component is specifically designed to improve students’ speaking and listening skills.
040111001	ARABIC LANGUAGE	This course aims to teach the students the basics of Arabic language, and the methods of correct writing starting from the word itself till the syntax and expressions, the course focuses in particular on correct practice of the Arabic language in writing and pronouncing.	2	-	2	-
040511011	PALESTINIAN STUDIES	The migration of Arab tribes from Arab Peninsule to Palestine, major political and cultural developments in palestine during cann'anites period, the Assyrian-Egyptian Rivaly in Palestine, Palestinians and Jews, Palestine under Creek and Roman Rule, The Arab Islamic period, political and cultural conditions during Ummayad and Abbasaid period, Islam-crusades colission in pPalestine, Palestine under Ottoman Rule, Rule played by Ahmad Pasha Al-Jazzar and Thaher Al-Omar, Egyptian occupation 1831, European penetration and Zionist settlements, Sykes-Pekot Agreement, Balfour declaration and Britsg mandate, Brotain and Liquidation of Palestine land, Palestinian resistance movement, 1936 Uprising and the scheme of Palestine partition 1937, Partition resolution and 1948 war, Launching of the PLO and the 1967 war, 1987 Uprising, Independence Declaration 1988, Oslo Agreements , Future outlook.	2	-	2	-
040521301	FUNDAMENTALS OF RESEARCH METHODS	This course is a basic one for all university students because it tackles the way of conducting research. The students through this course are exposed to the quantitative and qualitative researches and the differences between them. It also covers the meaning of hypothesis and its types, along with research questions and research problems. Through this course the students can come to know more about literature review and how to differentiate between primary and secondary literature.	2	-	2	010610035 ADVANCED ENGLISH This is an integrated skills course in which students work on reading, Writing, listening' and speaking. In reading, student learn to distinguish between fact and opinion,determine the author's purpose or point of view, justify answers to comprehension questions,make inferences, read academic texts, recognize grammatical relation ship in atext. In Writing, student learn to write complex sentences and comma splices. In Grammar, the review parts of speech, articles, and phrases and clauses. 010610036 ADVANCED ENGLISH LAB This course aims at developing students listening and speaking skills. This is to be accomplished through helping them enrich their lexical input so that they can understand English language in its spoken forms as a focus and in its written form too. As a result, they will be able to communicate successfully. The course provides students with a series of listening, speaking, reading, pronunciation and vocabulary exercises that meet Bloom’s learning objectives. Furthermore, it aims at developing their critical thinking skills.
110411000	COMPUTER SKILLS	A basic, introductory course in personal computers, it introduces students to basic computer concepts in hardware, software, networking. The course will include a basic computer literacy including computer concepts, fundamental functions and operations of the computer. Topics include identification of hardware components, basic computer operations, and use of some software applications such as windows operating system, a word processing using Microsoft Word, a spreadsheet using Microsoft Excel, and a presentation software using PowerPoint.	2	-	2	-

Students must pass ( 8 ) credit hours from any of the following courses

Course Number	Course Name	Weekly Hours		Cr. Hrs.	Prerequisite
Course Number	Course Name	Theoretical	Practical	Cr. Hrs.	Prerequisite
040511052	ISRAELI & ZIONISM STUDIES I	This course is a continuation of the first course, it focus on the study of the political system in Israel and on the security institution and the decision-making and electoral system and foreign policy of Israel, and an introduction to the Arab party scene in Israel as well as a presentation of the Israeli media organization.	2	-	2	-
040511053	JERUSALEM: CIVILIZATION AND HISTORY	Existence of Jerusalem, its ancient history, historical monuments and archaeological excavations, administrative situation developments and Architectural expansion, economic and education life, holy buildings, archeologic museums and schools. The strategy of Judaization and the Zionism occupation of the city, the Future and solutions of the political Jerusalem, and its situation with the international division projects.	2	-	2	-
040511061	ISRAELI & ZIONISM STUDIES II	This course deals with the historical development of Jews in modern times, the conditions in which they lived in Europe and the Middle East, and the circumstances that led to the emergence of the Zionist movement, its activity and its role in the establishment of Israel and the Israeli society.	2	-	2	040511052 ISRAELI & ZIONISM STUDIES I This course is a continuation of the first course, it focus on the study of the political system in Israel and on the security institution and the decision-making and electoral system and foreign policy of Israel, and an introduction to the Arab party scene in Israel as well as a presentation of the Israeli media organization.
040511071	DEVELOPMENT MANAGEMENT	This course covers issues in development studies and options in politics, sociology, international relations, economics and international business including development policy and planning. It aims to familiarize students with theories and findings concerning development and to offer managerial tools to practical problems. It equips students with the ability to create solutions to problems from variety of disciplines, including economics and the functional areas of management, political science, sociology, and geography. This course will cover wide variety of institutional contexts including local and international private business, non-government organizations, central and local governments, international and national regulatory and donor institutions.	2	-	2	-
040511081	HOME GARDENING	This course aims to introduces how to create home gardens and how to coordinate and take care for them	2	-	2	-
040511091	FINE ARTS	This course aims to introduce students to the four main arts (visual arts, music, theater and architecture), focusing on the basic relations between the two arts: the first is to give a number of lectures, works shops, articles that contains international art works addressing the sources, function, materials, style and composition of the work. The second method is to assign an artistic subject to each student at the beginning of the semester for scientific research following an academic method, the student presents his research summary at the end of the semester in the form of a lecture accompanied by a research paper.	2	-	2	-
040511101	CURRENT WORLD ISSUES	The course deals with the changes in the world order since the collapse of the Soviet Union and the impact of these transformations on a range of political issues in the modern world. The most prominent of these are the new world system, the role of the United Nations in issues of peace and war, regional and international civil wars, globalization and terrorism. Weapons of mass destruction, and other current political issues that arise during the course.	2	-	2	-
040511121	PHYSICAL EDUCATION	This course aims to explain the concepts of Physical Education and its major elements . The course contains a practical component that supports the theoretical concepts by relating physical activities with human health and correct shape habits.	2	-	2	-
040511132	ELECTION AND POLITICAL PARTICIPATION	This course covers the concepts of elections and the electoral process, and the concept of political participation: its components, characteristics, levels, and importance. The course also focuses on the system of human rights and civil liberties; Its charters and characteristics. In addition, the course deals with the nature of democracy as a concept and its relationship to a set of values and concepts such as democratic transformation, political upbringing, and the principle of separation of powers. Finally, the course discusses the electoral systems and their impact on the electoral process, the electoral process in Palestine, including the presidential elections, the legislative council, and the local councils.	2	-	2	-
040511133	THE PALESTINIAN PRISONERS MOVEMENT	This course aims at scrutinize the Palestinian Prisoners movement. Light will be shed on the historical stages the movement went through during in the last sixty years. The course highlights the legality of detaining those prisoners and show the international law’s violation by the Israeli forces and governments. Prisons, interrogation centers, and detention camps are defined and shown in one of the chapters and there illegal geographical places are to be shown during the semester.	2	-	2	-
040511140	LAW IN OUR LIFE	This course introduces the definitions of the law and its terms, sections, resources, illustrations, and its implementations,along with the current legal system in Palestine, the Palestinian laws, general rights and freedoms in Palestine	2	-	2	-
040511150	ISLAMIC CULTURE	This course is an exploration to the culture in general and Islamic culture in particular as well as the development in the Muslim World. The course informational intended to raise the awareness about the sociological aspects, cultural perspective of Islam and various problems in the Muslim World. However, it is also designed to provide a variety of cultural perspectives of the intern Muslim states institutions, the role of religious institutions, women, and the economic institution of the Muslim World. This course is going to develop a ?better understanding ? that student will find in many areas of life, work, and relationships in the Muslim World as well as with other Western countries.	2	-	2	-
040511160	DEMOCRACY AND HUMAN RIGHTS	This course deals with the development of democracy, its applications, models, and its importance to modern societies. As well as an overview of human rights, their evolution, divisions, nature and international protection.	2	-	2	-
040511170	TECHNOLOGY IN OUR LIFE	The technology in our life course addresses the concepts and principles of technology, and the impact of using technology in the society. The course covers the main factors that contribute to the technology evolution, the concept of information systems and their components, and the functional levels of employees in institutions that use information systems. The course also deals with the concepts of the Internet, information security, multimedia, social networking, and their role in influencing society. The course will also explain the work of the search engines and how to use them. Provide the needed information and criteria for students to choose the appropriate computer or mobile and how to protect his data from malware and viruses.	2	-	2	-
040511180	INTRODUCTION TO ASTRONOMY SCIENCE	This course aims to present the historical context for the development of astronomy and highlight the role of the Arab-Islamic civilization in the development of this science, introduce the process of astronomical observation, introduce the units of measurement of astronomical dimensions and methods of measuring the dimensions of astronomical bodies. Moreover, students will be able to learn about the solar system and all its components in detail, learn about the characteristics and evolution of stars, stellar clusters and stellar asteroids, learn about galaxies and their types, and focus on the Milky Way. Finally, students will gain knowledge about the origin, age and shape of the universe.	2	-	2	-
040511200	INTRODUCTION TO ECONOMICS	This course will teach student basic elements of the economic system and the basic tools for economic analysis such as Demand & Supply, markets production as will as markets it will also teach students the basic macroeconomics concepts such as GDP economic growth inflation and economic policy.	2	-	2	-
040511211	ANTHROPOLOGY	This course examines the evolution of population science, its theories, its importance and its relation to other sciences. It also examines population dynamics: mortality, birth and migration. It examines analytically the composition, distribution and problems of population. It also expose to the population science and its relationship in development issues and planning. The course also highlights the population, environmental, cultural, economic and health factors affecting its growth, and focuses on the differences between industrial societies and third world societies, including Arab society.	2	-	2	-
040511220	ANTI-CORRUPTION CHALLENGES AND SOLUTION	This course aims to raise awareness about corruption and its definition, types, causes, affects, outcomes, and ways of fighting corruption, to be able to fight corruption in the Palestinian society that suffers from wide corruption for different reasons, which will help on knowing the places of corruptions and find solutions for it and enhance integrity values , transparency principles and accountability system in the Palestinian society.	2	-	2	-
040511230	FRENCH LANGUAGE	This course, which introduces the French alphabet and method of writing words, masculine and feminine nouns, singular and plural, also includes sentence level, types of sentences, personal pronouns, verb conjugations, direct and indirect objects. Visual aids such as drawings and pictures are used to advantage. Editing short responses, accepting or turning down offers, giving thanks or apology, brief justifications of answers, are some learning exercises.	2	-	2	-
040511240	GERMAN LANGUAGE	This course teaches words and grammatical structures and rules mostly used in daily communication. The course covers a number of things: greetings, introducing people, naming household things, like food and drinks, ordering a meal, entertaining visitors, managing work, making arrangements for appointments, renting an apartment, buying things, … etc.	2	-	2	-
040511260	INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY	Study human actions, behavior, its cultures, social behavior, development, and individual differences. The course is informational, intended to raise awareness about the psychology aspects of individuals' lives and various problems that concern people. Psychology offers a unique view of the world we live in as it allows one to see the "invisible" forces that shape and channel our lives as we interact with others in society.	2	-	2	-
040511270	INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY	Study human society, its cultures, social organizations and institutions. The course is informational intended to raise up the knowledge about the social aspects of individuals' lives and various problems that concern people; however, it is also designed to provide a variety sociological theoritical perspectives as well as to develope a "sociological imagination" that students will find useful in many areas of life, work, and relationships with others. Sociology offers a unique view of the world we live in as it allows ont to see the "invisible" forces that shape and channel our lives as we interact with others in society.	2	-	2	-
040511280	HUMAN & ENVIRONMENT	Environmental Science and Ecosystems, Population Explosion & limited Resources, Environmental Themes : Water pollution & treatments, Environmental Themes :Solid Waste, Environmental Themes: Air Pollution & Control, Environmental Themes: Socio-Economics-Solution, Housing & the Residential Environment, Community Noise, Biodiversity & wild-Life, Toxicology, Pesticides in the Environment, Environmental Impact Assessment, Palestine Environment.	2	-	2	-
040511290	HISTORY OF SCIENCE		2	-	2	-
040511311	INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS	The course focuses on international relations that studies the science interaction of knowledge fields, especially its historical development and theoretical concepts that fall within its general scope, and the emergence of theoretical methods such as realism, idealism, legal, behavioral and Marxism, in addition to the factors that impact in the creation of the event in international relations, especially geography, demography, economy and military, as well as ruin, diplomacy and balance of power.	2	-	2	-
040511321	SCIENCE,TECHNOLOGY AND SOCIETY	This course aims to introduce the processes of change in contemporary societies in general, the study of change factors and their impact on social life, and the impact of change on the rest of the cultural and social patterns within the social construction.	2	-	2	-
040511400	TURKISH LANGUAGE	Once the student completes the required hours of the Turkish Language Principles course, they will: be able to introduce themselves using their name and nickname and get to know others. The student will also identify their nationality and the nationality of others and can talk about the languages they know. Moreover, the student will be able to introduce themselves and describe their surroundings using sign names, numbers, enumeration of numbers, months, days and colors. As for the second unit, the student can describe his family in detail, can talk about their house, and talk about their day by using the the present tense.	2	-	2	-
040511411	POLITICAL SCIENCES	The course deals with the principles of political science, schools, research methods, political analysis, the relationship of political science with other social sciences, the historical development of political thought from Greece to modern times, and the means of practice and political participation of individuals. Through political parties, interest groups and public opinion, as well as the study of the state in terms of its elements and different theories to explain its origin, and study the international system and factors of formation.	2	-	2	-
040511421	CRITICAL THINKING	This course provides students opportunities of analysis, synthesis, prescription, and application of critical thinking, and decision with making within the organization.	2	-	2	-
040511470	MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY IN HEBREW	This course aims to equip students with basic knowledge and skills necessary for their successful transition into the clinical arena Students are expected to master common medical terminologies in hebrew used in the care of clients including appropriate medical prescribing skills for health care professionals. At the end of the course, students will be able to comprehend a medical record report in hebrew, communicate among medical professionals and have a high level overview of medical terms in hebrew.	2	-	2	-
040511490	حقوق الانسان والنوع الاجتماعي		2	-	2	-
040511500	السينما الفلسطينية – سرديات بديلة		2	-	2	-
040511511	MODERN ARAB THOUGHT	The course deals with the definition of philosophy and its objectives and visions, where it goes back to the Greek roots of the Arab philosophy and then moves on to the Arab thought before Islam and presents a detailed explanation of the Arab philosophy and its prominent figures such as Al-Farabi, Ebin Rashd, Ebin Khaldun and others.	2	-	2	-
040511521	ARCHEOLOGY	This course introduces archaeology as a science, the origin of civilizations, history of research on Palestine archaeological treasures, role of Western archaeological institutions and schools in crystallization of theoretical and applied methodologies, relationship between archaeology and other sciences. The course also explains the importance of pottery in archaeological studies, types of archaeological sites, ways of discovering archaeological sites, ways of dating ruins, and methods of excavations, the how's of interpreting archaeological evidence, and excavation authority. The course also includes field studies of archeological sites	2	-	2	-
040511611	HEBREW LANGUAGE	Principles and foundations of Hebrew which should enable students to express themselves orally and in writing.	2	-	2	-
040511621	CIVIL SOCIETY ORGANIZATIONS	This course aims to identify the topics of public sociology related to the subject of sociology, its principles and its most important theories and perspectives, As well as the study of social life as a whole and its relationship to the complex patterns of social systems and social groups and culture that it consists of, and finally to identify the patterns of different social organizations in society in addition to the presentation of basic social processes that occur in society.	2	-	2	-
040511990	EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION	Effective communication is the key to professional success, which will eventually lead to winning a job. In this course, students will receive advice on personal communication and learn the principles and methods of communication that will help them express themselves and their ideas clearly, and present them in the best way. Students will also learn what, when and how they can communicate with employers, and how effective communication will affect their admission process anywhere.	2	-	2	-
060411001	NUTRITION & FOOD SECURITY	This course will emphasize on providing students with the knowledge of various nutritional aspects, a complete idea about food components and its relationship with the health, nutritional habits, human development, storing and classification of food.This course explains various types of food therapy in different health problems, and prepares specific nutritional diets related to some diseases.	2	-	2	-

Faculty Requirements

Colg. Req.

Students must pass all of the following courses

Course Number	Course Name	Weekly Hours		Cr. Hrs.	Prerequisite
Course Number	Course Name	Theoretical	Practical	Cr. Hrs.	Prerequisite
100111010	GENERAL PHYSICS I	Topics include vectors, motion in one and two dimensions, Newton's laws of motion, work and energy, conservation of energy, dynamics of system of particles, center of mass, conservation of linear momentum, collisions, impulse, rotational kinematics, rotational dynamics, conservation of angular momentum, simple harmonic motion.	3	-	3	-
100111021	GENERAL PHYSICS II	Topics include charge and matter, electric field, Gauss's law, electric potential, capacitors and dielectrics, current and resistance, electromotive force and circuits, the magnetic field, Ampere's law, Faraday's law of induction, Maxwell's equations; magnetic properties of matter, A.C circuits.	3	-	3	100111010 GENERAL PHYSICS I Topics include vectors, motion in one and two dimensions, Newton's laws of motion, work and energy, conservation of energy, dynamics of system of particles, center of mass, conservation of linear momentum, collisions, impulse, rotational kinematics, rotational dynamics, conservation of angular momentum, simple harmonic motion.
100111051	GENERAL PHYSICS LAB I	This course covers experiments in mechanics including: measurements, vectors, motion in one and two dimensions, Newton's 2nd law, friction, projectiles, collisions, circular motion, the simple pendulum and stress in solids.		2	1	100111010 GENERAL PHYSICS I Topics include vectors, motion in one and two dimensions, Newton's laws of motion, work and energy, conservation of energy, dynamics of system of particles, center of mass, conservation of linear momentum, collisions, impulse, rotational kinematics, rotational dynamics, conservation of angular momentum, simple harmonic motion.
100411010	CALCULUS I	Functions, inverse functions, limits, continuity, derivatives, application of derivatives, indeterminate forms and L’Hopital’s rule, definite integrals, the fundamental theorem of calculus, indefinite integrals and integration by substitution.	3	-	3	-
100411020	CALCULUS II	Techniques and applications of integration, area under curve, volumes of revolutions, surface area and arc length, series and sequences, convergence tests of infinite series, parametric equations and polar coordinates.	3	-	3	100411010 CALCULUS I Functions, inverse functions, limits, continuity, derivatives, application of derivatives, indeterminate forms and L’Hopital’s rule, definite integrals, the fundamental theorem of calculus, indefinite integrals and integration by substitution.
230311050	ENGINEERING WORKSHOP I	This workshop intends to give the students basic knowledge and hands-on training in the wood and metal works. Students will perform by their own hands all the practices mentioned below.		3	1	-
230311110	ENGINEERING DRAWING	Orthographic and isometric drawing and sketching using classical hand drawing and computer drafting packages. This includes an introduction to the CAD packages and applications relevant to the electrical engineering.		4	2	-
230312050	ENGINEERING WORKSHOP II	Through this workshop students will get basic knowledge and hands-on training in two main fields: pc upgrading		3	1	230311050 ENGINEERING WORKSHOP I This workshop intends to give the students basic knowledge and hands-on training in the wood and metal works. Students will perform by their own hands all the practices mentioned below.
230711200	STATICS	Introduction, basic definitions of force system, components, resultants, couples, equilibrium, structures (trusses, frames, machines), distributed load (center of area and center of gravity, areas and compound volumes), shear force and bending moment in beams, moment of inertia.	3	-	3	100111010 GENERAL PHYSICS I Topics include vectors, motion in one and two dimensions, Newton's laws of motion, work and energy, conservation of energy, dynamics of system of particles, center of mass, conservation of linear momentum, collisions, impulse, rotational kinematics, rotational dynamics, conservation of angular momentum, simple harmonic motion. 100411010 CALCULUS I Functions, inverse functions, limits, continuity, derivatives, application of derivatives, indeterminate forms and L’Hopital’s rule, definite integrals, the fundamental theorem of calculus, indefinite integrals and integration by substitution.

Students must pass all of the following courses

Course Number	Course Name	Weekly Hours		Cr. Hrs.	Prerequisite
Course Number	Course Name	Theoretical	Practical	Cr. Hrs.	Prerequisite
230611120	BASIC DESIGN 1	This course aims to introduce the design principles and basic design elements; it develops the student's ideas and skills to design documentation and the study of architectural formations.	1	6	3	-
230611210	ARCHITECTURAL DRAWING	This course aims to focus on the basics and tools of drawing used in the field of architecture through a series of manual exercises that develop the abilities and skills of students through increasing their ability to imagine the architectural elements, drawing architectural plans, elevations, and sections through drawing a comprehensive project using pencils and inks.		6	2	230311110 ENGINEERING DRAWING Orthographic and isometric drawing and sketching using classical hand drawing and computer drafting packages. This includes an introduction to the CAD packages and applications relevant to the electrical engineering.
230611220	BASIC DESIGN 2	The course aims to develop the design skills, form articulations, shape composition and the interaction between (form, space, enclosure, and spatial relationships), focusing on the third dimension in the composition. It also discusses how to transforms the space, shape, and order into a functional meaning.		9	3	230611120 BASIC DESIGN 1 This course aims to introduce the design principles and basic design elements; it develops the student's ideas and skills to design documentation and the study of architectural formations.
230611230	FREE HAND SKETCHING	This course aims to develop the student's ability to perceive various visual elements, their size, texture and color, besides paying attention to the aesthetic proportions through a series of manual exercises for the nature, masses, and human figure sketches using pencils and charcoal. It also aims to study the projection of shades and shadows on different architectural compositions, and presenting them in 2D and 3D composition, using pencils, inks, markers and watercolors.		3	1	-
230612150	ARCHITECTURAL HISTORY I	This course explores the history of architecture in the ancient world from prehistory to the Middle Ages, understanding social, cultural, political, economical and climatic conditions that influenced the built environment of the Mediterranean basin. passing through the architectural styles that appeared during this period.	3	-	3	230611220 BASIC DESIGN 2 The course aims to develop the design skills, form articulations, shape composition and the interaction between (form, space, enclosure, and spatial relationships), focusing on the third dimension in the composition. It also discusses how to transforms the space, shape, and order into a functional meaning.
230612160	ARCHITECTURAL PRESENTATION	Through this course, the student learns the different methods of showing architectural projects and paintings using different means and materials for display, such as showing with pencils, ink, wood colors, watercolors, and other materials and methods.		3	1	230611230 FREE HAND SKETCHING This course aims to develop the student's ability to perceive various visual elements, their size, texture and color, besides paying attention to the aesthetic proportions through a series of manual exercises for the nature, masses, and human figure sketches using pencils and charcoal. It also aims to study the projection of shades and shadows on different architectural compositions, and presenting them in 2D and 3D composition, using pencils, inks, markers and watercolors.
230612210	ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 1	This course aims at clarifying the concept of architectural design, its principles, its elements and different stages, with focusing on the functional side of the design. This could be achieved by designing simple architectural structures on flat site, with a small floor area.		12	4	230611220 BASIC DESIGN 2 The course aims to develop the design skills, form articulations, shape composition and the interaction between (form, space, enclosure, and spatial relationships), focusing on the third dimension in the composition. It also discusses how to transforms the space, shape, and order into a functional meaning.
230612220	VISUAL COMMUNICATION I	This course aims to introduce various 2D and 3D rendering techniques, representations and color theory, enhancement of students’ abilities to interpret their ideas and environments using 2D representations and compositions and 3D architectural models using various materials.		3	1	230611230 FREE HAND SKETCHING This course aims to develop the student's ability to perceive various visual elements, their size, texture and color, besides paying attention to the aesthetic proportions through a series of manual exercises for the nature, masses, and human figure sketches using pencils and charcoal. It also aims to study the projection of shades and shadows on different architectural compositions, and presenting them in 2D and 3D composition, using pencils, inks, markers and watercolors.
230612230	VISUAL COMMUNICATION II	Introduction to various 2D and 3D rendering techniques, representations and color theory, enhancement of students’ abilities to interpret their ideas and environments using 2D representations and compositions (collage, water colors, magic markers, pastel, etc.…) and 3D architectural models using various materials.		3	1	230612220 VISUAL COMMUNICATION I This course aims to introduce various 2D and 3D rendering techniques, representations and color theory, enhancement of students’ abilities to interpret their ideas and environments using 2D representations and compositions and 3D architectural models using various materials.
230612240	ARCHITECTURAL HISTORY II	This course discusses the development of architecture during the dawn of Christianity through the Byzantine period, the Middle Ages, the Renaissance, the Baroque and the Rococo with focusing on the main theoretical approaches and various influences that affected the development of architectural thought and construction systems.	3	-	3	230612150 ARCHITECTURAL HISTORY I This course explores the history of architecture in the ancient world from prehistory to the Middle Ages, understanding social, cultural, political, economical and climatic conditions that influenced the built environment of the Mediterranean basin. passing through the architectural styles that appeared during this period.
230612250	COMPUTER PRESENTATION AND MODELING II	The course aims at using the computer to prepare 3D drawings and models (solid and surface), processing materials, preparing objects and surfaces, in addition to the preparation of lighting, backgrounds and others.		6	2	230611220 BASIC DESIGN 2 The course aims to develop the design skills, form articulations, shape composition and the interaction between (form, space, enclosure, and spatial relationships), focusing on the third dimension in the composition. It also discusses how to transforms the space, shape, and order into a functional meaning.
230612260	CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS FOR ARCHITECTURE	Discussion of basic mechanical and physical properties of a variety of construction materials such as concrete, cement, aggregates, wood and fiber composites. Evaluation and design for properties, load-time deformation characteristics, response to typical service environments. Lab tests will be performed on different construction materials such as: sieve analysis, specific gravity, compression and tension tests, tests on fresh and hard concrete.	2	3	3	230611210 ARCHITECTURAL DRAWING This course aims to focus on the basics and tools of drawing used in the field of architecture through a series of manual exercises that develop the abilities and skills of students through increasing their ability to imagine the architectural elements, drawing architectural plans, elevations, and sections through drawing a comprehensive project using pencils and inks.
230612270	BUILDING CONSTRUCTION 1	This course aims to understand stones and bricks types with full details of each. Beside visiting sites to link the practical and theoretical sides.	1	3	2	230611210 ARCHITECTURAL DRAWING This course aims to focus on the basics and tools of drawing used in the field of architecture through a series of manual exercises that develop the abilities and skills of students through increasing their ability to imagine the architectural elements, drawing architectural plans, elevations, and sections through drawing a comprehensive project using pencils and inks.
230612310	ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 2	This course aims at developing the student's ability to understand and integrate the architectural philosophy with the architectural idea. The student will be able to design moderate size architectural projects with specific functional programs on a shallow slope site.		12	4	230612210 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 1 This course aims at clarifying the concept of architectural design, its principles, its elements and different stages, with focusing on the functional side of the design. This could be achieved by designing simple architectural structures on flat site, with a small floor area.
230612410	STRENGTH OF MATERIALS	Concepts of stress, strain, and constitutive relations; stress and deformation of axially loaded members; thermal stresses; pressure vessels; energy concepts; torsion of circular and thin-walled sections; shear and bending moment diagrams in beams; elastic bending and shear stresses in beams; compound stresses; stress transformation; bending moment-curvature equation; deflection of beams; singularity functions methods, analysis and design applications.	3	-	3	230711200 STATICS Introduction, basic definitions of force system, components, resultants, couples, equilibrium, structures (trusses, frames, machines), distributed load (center of area and center of gravity, areas and compound volumes), shear force and bending moment in beams, moment of inertia.
230612530	COMPUTER PRESENTATION AND MODELING I	This course aims to introduce fundamentals of computer aided design in the field of architecture. It introduces the use of computers in 2D and 3D architectural drawing. It begins with the theoretical explanation to the rules of basic drawing by identifying all the menus and commands that help in the process of drawing, editing and saving files.		6	2	230611220 BASIC DESIGN 2 The course aims to develop the design skills, form articulations, shape composition and the interaction between (form, space, enclosure, and spatial relationships), focusing on the third dimension in the composition. It also discusses how to transforms the space, shape, and order into a functional meaning.
230613120	ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 3	This course aims at designing a single, public building with specific nature and moderate complexity. Emphasis is given to interior design, internal spatial arrangements, human needs, functional relationships. Social, psychological and economical aspects that influencing the architectural design should be considered as well.		12	4	230612310 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 2 This course aims at developing the student's ability to understand and integrate the architectural philosophy with the architectural idea. The student will be able to design moderate size architectural projects with specific functional programs on a shallow slope site.
230613141	STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS FOR ARCHITECTURE	Types of structures and loads (Loads and reactions), analysis of statically determinate beams and trusses, shear and moment for beams and frames, cables and arches, deflections, approximate analysis of statically indeterminate structures.	3	-	3	230612410 STRENGTH OF MATERIALS Concepts of stress, strain, and constitutive relations; stress and deformation of axially loaded members; thermal stresses; pressure vessels; energy concepts; torsion of circular and thin-walled sections; shear and bending moment diagrams in beams; elastic bending and shear stresses in beams; compound stresses; stress transformation; bending moment-curvature equation; deflection of beams; singularity functions methods, analysis and design applications.
230613170	BUILDING CONSTRUCTION 2	Types of ceiling slabs, footing, construction systems, in addition to staircases types and their handrails with full construction details will be covered in this course along side with site visits.	1	3	2	230612270 BUILDING CONSTRUCTION 1 This course aims to understand stones and bricks types with full details of each. Beside visiting sites to link the practical and theoretical sides.
230613180	THEORIES OF ARCHITECTURE I	The course discusses a set of basic ideas and events that led to architectural theories, starting with the writings of Vitruvius in antiquity, and ending with the ideas of the Baroque.	2	-	2	230612240 ARCHITECTURAL HISTORY II This course discusses the development of architecture during the dawn of Christianity through the Byzantine period, the Middle Ages, the Renaissance, the Baroque and the Rococo with focusing on the main theoretical approaches and various influences that affected the development of architectural thought and construction systems.
230613210	ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 4	The course aims to focus on the exploration of architectural solutions through systematic analysis for the architectural concept based on analytical conclusions at different levels of the project. The student will design a project consisting of a building or a group of buildings, he will also design the outdoor spaces, plazas, paths and all the required services. Applying the principles of environmental design and landscape architecture is essential.		12	4	230613120 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 3 This course aims at designing a single, public building with specific nature and moderate complexity. Emphasis is given to interior design, internal spatial arrangements, human needs, functional relationships. Social, psychological and economical aspects that influencing the architectural design should be considered as well.
230613220	BUILDING CONSTRUCTION 3	The stages of the final finishes of the building are recognized, from plastering, steel, aluminium works, wood works, painting types, in addition to tiles eg. Terrazzo, ceramic, …etc.	1	3	2	230613170 BUILDING CONSTRUCTION 2 Types of ceiling slabs, footing, construction systems, in addition to staircases types and their handrails with full construction details will be covered in this course along side with site visits.
230613230	THEORIES OF ARCHITECTURE II	The course aims to focus on the exploration of architectural solutions through systematic analysis for the architectural concept based on analytical conclusions at different levels of the project. The student will design a project consisting of a building or a group of buildings, he will also design the outdoor spaces, plazas, paths and all the required services. Applying the principles of environmental design and landscape architecture is essential.	2	-	2	230613180 THEORIES OF ARCHITECTURE I The course discusses a set of basic ideas and events that led to architectural theories, starting with the writings of Vitruvius in antiquity, and ending with the ideas of the Baroque.
230613240	ISLAMIC ARCHITECTURE	The course focuses on the development of the Islamic architecture since the early foundation of the Islam to these days and shows its implementation in Architecture of houses, religious buildings, and public buildings. It also studies the characteristics of the Islamic architecture and how it could be reused in contemporary word.	3	-	3	230613180 THEORIES OF ARCHITECTURE I The course discusses a set of basic ideas and events that led to architectural theories, starting with the writings of Vitruvius in antiquity, and ending with the ideas of the Baroque.
230613241	CONCRETE DESIGN FOR ARCHITECTURE	Introduction to reinforced concrete structures; Basic material properties; Loads; Design codes; Design for flexure; Design for shear; Design for compression; bond and detailing. Design of rectangular beams, flanged sections, short columns, one-way solid and ribbed slabs and 2-way slabs.	3	-	3	230612240 ARCHITECTURAL HISTORY II This course discusses the development of architecture during the dawn of Christianity through the Byzantine period, the Middle Ages, the Renaissance, the Baroque and the Rococo with focusing on the main theoretical approaches and various influences that affected the development of architectural thought and construction systems.
230613310	ENGINEERING ECONOMY AND MANAGEMENT	The course provides engineers with skills to assess the costs and benefits of engineering investments, such as product and technology development programs and capital purchases. It also presents the framework for selecting among alternative designs, for managing technologies over their lifecycles, and for evaluating the finances of new ventures/projects.	2	-	2	-
230613340	SURVEYING FOR ARCHITECTURE	Basic definitions in surveying, Recording field data and notes, Error types and Sources. Units, Metric and English system. Plotting and Map Scale and types. Linear Measurements, Electronic Distance Measuring Instruments. Leveling, Datum, Bench Marks. Directions, Reduced Bearing, Geographic or True North, Azimuth. Theodolite, Measuring Horizontal and Vertical Angles. Contour Lines. Coordinates calculations and Traverses. Area and Volumes and earth work calculations.	2	2	3	100411010 CALCULUS I Functions, inverse functions, limits, continuity, derivatives, application of derivatives, indeterminate forms and L’Hopital’s rule, definite integrals, the fundamental theorem of calculus, indefinite integrals and integration by substitution.
230614150	COMPUTER APPLICATIONS IN ARCHITECTURE	The course has been designed to introduce the BIM system, and the use of the Revit program to produce 2D and 3D graphics in a professional manner.		4	2	230612250 COMPUTER PRESENTATION AND MODELING II The course aims at using the computer to prepare 3D drawings and models (solid and surface), processing materials, preparing objects and surfaces, in addition to the preparation of lighting, backgrounds and others.
230614160	URBAN DESIGN AND LANDSCAPE	Studying the classification and spatial coordination of the city at the level of large elements such as neighborhoods, commercial centers, assembly points and streets, and at the intermediate level, such as designing and coordinating parts of a residential neighborhood or commercial market, including buildings, and external spaces to give a specific environment, focusing on spatial harmony and user behavior.	2	3	3	230613210 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 4 The course aims to focus on the exploration of architectural solutions through systematic analysis for the architectural concept based on analytical conclusions at different levels of the project. The student will design a project consisting of a building or a group of buildings, he will also design the outdoor spaces, plazas, paths and all the required services. Applying the principles of environmental design and landscape architecture is essential.
230614170	ARCHITECTURAL CONSERVATION	The course aims at identifying the methods, standards and principles of the conservation processes of architectural heritage as defined by the international conventions. It also deals with the study of the most important techniques and methods used in managing the architectural heritage, classifying and restoring the buildings, In Palestine, the Arab world and the foreign countries.	2	-	2	230613210 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 4 The course aims to focus on the exploration of architectural solutions through systematic analysis for the architectural concept based on analytical conclusions at different levels of the project. The student will design a project consisting of a building or a group of buildings, he will also design the outdoor spaces, plazas, paths and all the required services. Applying the principles of environmental design and landscape architecture is essential.
230614180	LIGHTING AND ACOUSTICS	This course studies the physical characteristics of the light and its main principles, the light calculations, natural and artificial lighting design principles and its implementation in architecture. It provides full understanding of the physical characteristics of acoustics and its main principles. Study acoustics resources inside the buildings, measure acoustics levels, acoustics design principles in building, acoustics control and isolation. Introduce the student to measurement tools and materials that are used in the practical implementations for the illumination and acoustics fields of architecture.	2	-	2	230612310 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 2 This course aims at developing the student's ability to understand and integrate the architectural philosophy with the architectural idea. The student will be able to design moderate size architectural projects with specific functional programs on a shallow slope site.
230614190	ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 5	This course introduces students to design an integrated group of residential buildings with different styles. Focusing on external solutions of the site and the relationship of the buildings with each other. The social and economic aspects, beside the external landscape of green squares and playgrounds are taken into consideration.		12	4	230613210 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 4 The course aims to focus on the exploration of architectural solutions through systematic analysis for the architectural concept based on analytical conclusions at different levels of the project. The student will design a project consisting of a building or a group of buildings, he will also design the outdoor spaces, plazas, paths and all the required services. Applying the principles of environmental design and landscape architecture is essential.
230614230	ENVIRONMENTAL ARCHITECTURE	Introduction to renewable energy sources (sun, wind…etc) and utilizing them to achieve sustainability in architectural design, the relationship between buildings and the surrounding environment , study of climatic and environmental factors and their impact on buildings, natural lighting and ventilation in buildings, the use of materials in environmental design of buildings, traditional architectural treatments such as: building materials and structures, orientation of buildings, courtyards, wind tower, water surfaces and vegetation, the use of technology to save energy consumption(use of photovoltaic cells, solar panels, wind turbines…etc) , international and local green building systems, ecological foot print.	2	-	2	230612310 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 2 This course aims at developing the student's ability to understand and integrate the architectural philosophy with the architectural idea. The student will be able to design moderate size architectural projects with specific functional programs on a shallow slope site.
230614240	SANITARY AND MECHANICAL ENGINEERING	The course introduces the design principles of water supply and air-conditioning systems in buildings, tanks for hot and cold water, sanitary systems in buildings, solid waste treatment, sewage disposal and drainage systems in buildings, water treatment, cold and hot water supply and distribution systems in buildings, solar energy for architectural applications, elevators and escalators, firefighting systems, effect of sanitary and mechanical systems on the building form, cost, use and efficiency.	3	-	3	230612310 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 2 This course aims at developing the student's ability to understand and integrate the architectural philosophy with the architectural idea. The student will be able to design moderate size architectural projects with specific functional programs on a shallow slope site.
230614260	ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 6	This course aims to help student to focus on the architectural heritage and old buildings, dealing with a local case and working on its architectural and planning rehabilitation.		12	4	230614190 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 5 This course introduces students to design an integrated group of residential buildings with different styles. Focusing on external solutions of the site and the relationship of the buildings with each other. The social and economic aspects, beside the external landscape of green squares and playgrounds are taken into consideration.
230614350	INTERIOR DESIGN	Design the interior architectural environment and its impact on human comfort by perceiving the importance of place through focusing on the harmony of the interior elements, their shape, color, texture, lighting distribution and interior furniture; besides studying the ceilings, floors and walls treatments using different materials.		6	2	230612310 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 2 This course aims at developing the student's ability to understand and integrate the architectural philosophy with the architectural idea. The student will be able to design moderate size architectural projects with specific functional programs on a shallow slope site.
230615000	INTERNSHIP	A practical engineering training for a period of 300 hours period in an engineering institute (firm, factory, etc.) approved by the department	18	-	6	-
230615100	SENIOR PROJECT I	The course aims at creating the data base that the student needs to prepare the final report for the graduation project. This could be achieved by adopting the scientific method and process in the architectural thinking, and exploring the relevant case studies that assist the student to prepare the project program. The student should submit three proposals and the best alternative will be chosen	2	-	2	-
230615110	ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 7	In this course, the students will be able to design an integrated architectural project with large scale, taking into consideration the environmental, functional, formal and structural spaces.... such as (hotel, college, hospital, commercial complex....)		12	4	230614260 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 6 This course aims to help student to focus on the architectural heritage and old buildings, dealing with a local case and working on its architectural and planning rehabilitation.
230615120	CONTRACTS, SPECIFICATIONS AND QUANTITY SURVEYING	This course aims to study engineering contracts in general and FIDIC and detailed description of all architectural works items in the construction of buildings, and study of the technical specifications for the implementation of buildings in accordance with the specifications and conditions in Palestine and the preparation of technical specifications and the calculation of quantities for a project with a small area.	2	-	2	230613220 BUILDING CONSTRUCTION 3 The stages of the final finishes of the building are recognized, from plastering, steel, aluminium works, wood works, painting types, in addition to tiles eg. Terrazzo, ceramic, …etc.
230615200	SENIOR PROJECT II	This course aims at developing the design concept that was reached during Project (I), then design an integrated architectural project based on the outcomes of the study and analysis. The student will present all the architectural drawings that express the project and a model with a suitable scale.		9	3	230615100 SENIOR PROJECT I The course aims at creating the data base that the student needs to prepare the final report for the graduation project. This could be achieved by adopting the scientific method and process in the architectural thinking, and exploring the relevant case studies that assist the student to prepare the project program. The student should submit three proposals and the best alternative will be chosen
230714950	CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT		3	-	3	230613220 BUILDING CONSTRUCTION 3 The stages of the final finishes of the building are recognized, from plastering, steel, aluminium works, wood works, painting types, in addition to tiles eg. Terrazzo, ceramic, …etc.

Students must pass ( 6 ) credit hours from any of the following courses

Course Number	Course Name	Weekly Hours		Cr. Hrs.	Prerequisite
Course Number	Course Name	Theoretical	Practical	Cr. Hrs.	Prerequisite
230614340	GREEN ARCHITECTURE	A comprehensive study of the concept and content of green architecture. Gaining knowledge of its impact and reflecting the importance of it in working and development.	2	-	2	230613210 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 4 The course aims to focus on the exploration of architectural solutions through systematic analysis for the architectural concept based on analytical conclusions at different levels of the project. The student will design a project consisting of a building or a group of buildings, he will also design the outdoor spaces, plazas, paths and all the required services. Applying the principles of environmental design and landscape architecture is essential.
230615130	HOUSING	It aims to define the residential neighborhood and the basics of its planning, its design and housing patterns, in addition to studying local and international housing projects. Besides, understanding the interrelationship between housing unit design and proper planning.	2	-	2	230612310 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 2 This course aims at developing the student's ability to understand and integrate the architectural philosophy with the architectural idea. The student will be able to design moderate size architectural projects with specific functional programs on a shallow slope site.
230615140	CONTEMPORARY ARCHITECTURE	Architecture is central to the film industry, so this course represents the architectural space through the lens of cinema around the world, through showing films and discuss them to know the impact that architecture has had on cinema and vice versa.	2	-	2	230613230 THEORIES OF ARCHITECTURE II The course aims to focus on the exploration of architectural solutions through systematic analysis for the architectural concept based on analytical conclusions at different levels of the project. The student will design a project consisting of a building or a group of buildings, he will also design the outdoor spaces, plazas, paths and all the required services. Applying the principles of environmental design and landscape architecture is essential.
230615150	SPECIAL TOPICS	Studying specific architectural topics as directed by faculty members in the Department of Architecture. Such as (manual skills, visual analytics, critical analysis...etc.)	2	-	2	230612210 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 1 This course aims at clarifying the concept of architectural design, its principles, its elements and different stages, with focusing on the functional side of the design. This could be achieved by designing simple architectural structures on flat site, with a small floor area.
230615160	PHOTOGRAPHY	Architectural image is a means of conveying ideas. In this course, we will talk about the types of cameras, techniques and applications that enhance the use of photography in architectural analysis and design.	2	-	2	230612210 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 1 This course aims at clarifying the concept of architectural design, its principles, its elements and different stages, with focusing on the functional side of the design. This could be achieved by designing simple architectural structures on flat site, with a small floor area.
230615170	SITE LAYOUT	A comprehensive study of the concept of site planning, and introducing the student to the stages of the site planning process. Beginning with the analysis of the physical characteristics of the site, the selection of land, the distribution of functions and the analysis of systems .... to finish with the elements of architectural design that correspond to the features of the site.	2	-	2	230613120 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 3 This course aims at designing a single, public building with specific nature and moderate complexity. Emphasis is given to interior design, internal spatial arrangements, human needs, functional relationships. Social, psychological and economical aspects that influencing the architectural design should be considered as well.
230615210	INTRODUCTION TO PLANNING	This course aims to introduce students to the principles and foundations of urban planning, its importance and its relationship to the urban environment.	2	-	2	230612310 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 2 This course aims at developing the student's ability to understand and integrate the architectural philosophy with the architectural idea. The student will be able to design moderate size architectural projects with specific functional programs on a shallow slope site.
230615230	SUSTAINABLE ARCHITECTURE	This course aims to provide students with basics understanding of passive solar design principles and their applications in building analysis and design.	2	-	2	230614230 ENVIRONMENTAL ARCHITECTURE Introduction to renewable energy sources (sun, wind…etc) and utilizing them to achieve sustainability in architectural design, the relationship between buildings and the surrounding environment , study of climatic and environmental factors and their impact on buildings, natural lighting and ventilation in buildings, the use of materials in environmental design of buildings, traditional architectural treatments such as: building materials and structures, orientation of buildings, courtyards, wind tower, water surfaces and vegetation, the use of technology to save energy consumption(use of photovoltaic cells, solar panels, wind turbines…etc) , international and local green building systems, ecological foot print.
230615240	NATURAL ARCHITECTURE	This course aims to provide students with basics understanding of passive solar design principles and their applications in building analysis and design.	2	-	2	230612210 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 1 This course aims at clarifying the concept of architectural design, its principles, its elements and different stages, with focusing on the functional side of the design. This could be achieved by designing simple architectural structures on flat site, with a small floor area.
230615250	LOCAL ARCHITECTURE	Getting to know the local architecture, its elements, values, features, and knowing the differences between them.	2	-	2	230613240 ISLAMIC ARCHITECTURE The course focuses on the development of the Islamic architecture since the early foundation of the Islam to these days and shows its implementation in Architecture of houses, religious buildings, and public buildings. It also studies the characteristics of the Islamic architecture and how it could be reused in contemporary word.
230615260	CINEMA AND ARCHITECTURE	Architecture is central to the film industry, so this course represents the architectural space through the lens of cinema around the world, through showing films and discuss them to know the impact that architecture has had on cinema and vice versa.	2	-	2	230613230 THEORIES OF ARCHITECTURE II The course aims to focus on the exploration of architectural solutions through systematic analysis for the architectural concept based on analytical conclusions at different levels of the project. The student will design a project consisting of a building or a group of buildings, he will also design the outdoor spaces, plazas, paths and all the required services. Applying the principles of environmental design and landscape architecture is essential.

Advisory Plan

First Year

Fall Semester

Course Number	Course Name	Cr. Hrs.
010610014	BEGINNING ENGLISH	0
100111010	GENERAL PHYSICS I	3
100111051	GENERAL PHYSICS LAB I	1
100411010	CALCULUS I	3
230311050	ENGINEERING WORKSHOP I	1
230311110	ENGINEERING DRAWING	2
230611120	BASIC DESIGN 1	3
	Total	13

First Year

Spring Semester

Course Number	Course Name	Cr. Hrs.
010610025	INTERMEDIATE ENGLISH	2
010610026	INTERMEDIATE ENGLISH LAB	1
100111021	GENERAL PHYSICS II	3
100411020	CALCULUS II	3
230312050	ENGINEERING WORKSHOP II	1
230611210	ARCHITECTURAL DRAWING	2
230611220	BASIC DESIGN 2	3
230611230	FREE HAND SKETCHING	1
	Total	16

Second Year

Fall Semester

Course Number	Course Name	Cr. Hrs.
230711200	STATICS	3
230612150	ARCHITECTURAL HISTORY I	3
230612160	ARCHITECTURAL PRESENTATION	1
230612210	ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 1	4
230612220	VISUAL COMMUNICATION I	1
230612530	COMPUTER PRESENTATION AND MODELING I	2
230613340	SURVEYING FOR ARCHITECTURE	3
	Total	17

Second Year

Spring Semester

Course Number	Course Name	Cr. Hrs.
230612230	VISUAL COMMUNICATION II	1
230612240	ARCHITECTURAL HISTORY II	3
230612250	COMPUTER PRESENTATION AND MODELING II	2
230612270	BUILDING CONSTRUCTION 1	2
230612310	ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 2	4
230612410	STRENGTH OF MATERIALS	3
-	Free Elective	3
	Total	18

Third Year

Fall Semester

Course Number	Course Name	Cr. Hrs.
110411000	COMPUTER SKILLS	2
-	Univ. Elec.	2
230612260	CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS FOR ARCHITECTURE	3
230613120	ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 3	4
230613141	STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS FOR ARCHITECTURE	3
230613170	BUILDING CONSTRUCTION 2	2
230613180	THEORIES OF ARCHITECTURE I	2
	Total	18

Third Year

Spring Semester

Course Number	Course Name	Cr. Hrs.
040511011	PALESTINIAN STUDIES	2
230613210	ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 4	4
230613220	BUILDING CONSTRUCTION 3	2
230613230	THEORIES OF ARCHITECTURE II	2
230613240	ISLAMIC ARCHITECTURE	3
230613241	CONCRETE DESIGN FOR ARCHITECTURE	3
	Total	16

Fourth Year

Fall Semester

Course Number	Course Name	Cr. Hrs.
040111001	ARABIC LANGUAGE	2
230613310	ENGINEERING ECONOMY AND MANAGEMENT	2
230614150	COMPUTER APPLICATIONS IN ARCHITECTURE	2
230614160	URBAN DESIGN AND LANDSCAPE	3
230614170	ARCHITECTURAL CONSERVATION	2
230614180	LIGHTING AND ACOUSTICS	2
230614190	ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 5	4
	Total	17

Fourth Year

Spring Semester

Course Number	Course Name	Cr. Hrs.
040521301	FUNDAMENTALS OF RESEARCH METHODS	2
230614230	ENVIRONMENTAL ARCHITECTURE	2
230614240	SANITARY AND MECHANICAL ENGINEERING	3
230614260	ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 6	4
230614350	INTERIOR DESIGN	2
230714950	CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT	3
	Total	16

Fourth Year

Summer Semester

Course Number	Course Name	Cr. Hrs.
230615000	INTERNSHIP	6
	Total	6

Fifth Year

Fall Semester

Course Number	Course Name	Cr. Hrs.
-	Univ. Elec.	2
-	Univ. Elec.	2
230615100	SENIOR PROJECT I	2
230615110	ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 7	4
230615120	CONTRACTS, SPECIFICATIONS AND QUANTITY SURVEYING	2
-	Spec. Elec.	2
	Total	14

Fifth Year

Spring Semester

Course Number	Course Name	Cr. Hrs.
-	Univ. Elec.	2
230615200	SENIOR PROJECT II	3
-	Spec. Elec.	2
-	Spec. Elec.	2
-	Free Elective	3
	Total	12

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Medical Rehabilitation Complex

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AAUP ACADEMIC CALENDAR

Total Credit Hours Required to Finish the Degree ( 166 Credit Hours ) as Follows

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Faculty Requirements

Specialization Requirements

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First Year

Second Year

Second Year

Third Year

Third Year

Fourth Year

Fourth Year

Fourth Year

Fifth Year

Fifth Year

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