Plan E29244
Plan E29244
Plan E29244
Form (C)
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Intended Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding
* a1- Use high-level programming languages.
* a2. Outline fundamental topics in computer systems, including hardware
architectures and operating systems
* a3. Define the concept of an algorithm and a few specific examples of
algorithms
* a4. Identify the essential of the concepts of Programming Techniques.
* a5. Describe fundamental topics in computing including software
architectures, software engineering principles and methodologies and
software tools.
* a6. Outline basic knowledge and understanding of a core of analysis.
* a7. Explain the nature and function of a high level language’s constructs and
syntax(C++)
* a8. Describe the concept of control constructs
* a9. Explain Looping techniques
* a10. Describe key concepts of simple and dynamic data structures
* a11. Identifythe tools, practices and methodologies used in the specification,
design, implementation and evaluation of computer programs.
Intellectual Skills
* b1. Perform problem analysis from written descriptions; derive requirements
specifications from an understanding of problems (analysis, synthesis).
* b2. Break a large problem into smaller parts, writing each part as a module or
function.
* b3. Generate an innovative design to solve a problem containing a range of
commercial and industrial constraints.
* b4. Analyze the requirements of a range of computer-based systems and
examine the design alternatives based on the constraints imposed by
society, organizations, and technology.
* b5. Work with and model computer systems at different and appropriate
levels of abstraction.
* b6. Enhance ability to approach problems systematically.
Professional Skills
* c1. Use appropriate programming languages and tools, and design
methodologies.
* c2. Interpret verbal problem specifications into program code
* c3. Design, write and debug computer programs in C++ language
General Skill
* d1. Communicate effectively by oral, written and visual means.
* d2. Develop interpersonal skills planning and managing personal time and
work.
* d3. Work effectively as an individual and as a member of a team.
* d4. Manage tasks and resources.
* d5. Manage ones own learning and development, including time management
and organizational skills.
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Course Contents
1 - Computer definition and different computer types.
2 - Data representation.
3 - Introduction to Algorithms, problem-solving and software development methodology.
4 - Basic programming in C++, essential concepts, programming style, variables and data types, long, float,
double, Boolean, character, strings, enumeration, I/O format,
5 - Logical expressions and control constructs: if-else, nested if, switch, arithmetic and assignment statements;
6 - Looping techniques, for, while, do-while, nested loop, functions, including parameter passing mechanisms,
scope, and return values, pointers
7 - Introduction to structures and arrays.
1 - Lectures
2 - Tutorial Exercises
3 - Practical Exercises
4 - Projects
Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
Final Exam Week 16 50%
Projects 15%
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Knowledge and Skills Matrix
Main Course Contents Study Week Knowledge and Intellectual Skills Professional Skills General Skill
Understanding
1 - Produce up-to-date, assertive and effective executives for business computing organizations
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Intended Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding
* a1. Show a critical understanding of the broad context within computing
including issues such as quality, reliability, enterprise, employment law and
accounting
* a2. Provide a deeper understanding of legal, professional and moral aspects
of the exploitation of IT
* a3. Demonstrate strong knowledge of business information systems
* a4. Provide a deeper understanding of some aspects of decision support
systems
* a5. Demonstrate a working knowledge within key domains of management,
business, economics, operations management, corporate finance, marketing,
and strategic planning
Intellectual Skills
* b1. Generate an innovative design to solve a problem containing a range of
commercial and industrial constraints
* b2. Recognize the professional, moral and ethical issues of involved in the
exploitation of computing and be guided by their adoption, reflect on issues of
professional practice within the discipline
* b3. Identify attributes, components, relationships, patterns and main ideas
* b4. Recognize risks aspects involved in the operation of computing systems
and projects
Professional Skills
* c1. Make effective use of general IT facilities, plan and manage a project to
complete within budget and schedule
* c2. Appreciate the need for continuing professional development in
recognition of the need for lifelong learning
General Skill
* d1. Communicate effectively by oral, written and visual means
* d2. Lead and motivate individuals
* d3. Manage tasks and resources
* d4. Acquire entrepreneurial skills
* d5. Develop strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, and will be
able to apply those skills effectively in all aspects of their future lives
* d6. Build problem-solving and decision-making skills and will be able to apply
those skills effectively in all aspects of their future lives
* d7 Work effectively as an individual and as a member of a team
Course Contents
1 - Management concepts, level and types of management, planning and organization of work flow, delegation,
leadership styles
2 - Decision making, stress and time management, and employee relations, decision-making in such areas as
investment in operations
3 - Productions planning, scheduling and control, reliability and maintenance
1 - Lectures
2 - Tutorial Exercises
3 - Case Study
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Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
Mid-Term Exam I 6th week 20
Essential books Ricky W. Griffin, Fundamentals of Management, South-Western College Pub; 5 edition,
2007
Main Course Contents Study Week Knowledge and Intellectual Skills Professional Skills General Skill
Understanding
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Intended Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding
* the basic ideas of electricity as edefinition of electron ac current dc current
voltage ohm
* ac electricity and static electricity
Professional Skills
* provide the ability to the student to analyse and calculate v,i,R in each
branch in the circuit
Course Contents
1 - current , voltage,and simple voltic cell
2 - resistance and effect of temperature on the resistance
3 - resistance in parrallel and in series
4 - open and short circuits
5 - kirchhoff current and votage laws, nodal superposition thevenin,norton,source conversion, delta star
6 - star delta,introduction to electrostatic electric field
7 - capacitors inductors
8 - introduction to magnetism and electro magnetism
9 - emf and faradays law lag lead phase
10 - ac circuits R,L,C.RL.RC.RLC CIRCITS
11 - RESONANCE AND BANDWIDTH
1 - Lectures
2 - discussion techniques
Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
Mid-term exam I 6th week 20
MATH1320 Calculus(1)
3 hours (practical) 0
Course type College Needs Level 1 hours (theoretical)
level
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Course Objectives
Course Contents
1 - Real line, Inequalities, Absolute value, Coordinate planes, Equation of straight line, Circles and Quadratic
forms, Functions, Trigonometry, Limits & Continuity, Differentiation and its techniques, Increments and
Differentials, Chain Rule and Implicit differentiation, Application of derivative, Integrals, Applications of
Definite integrals
1 - Lectures
2 - Discussions
Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
Quizes 30%
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ENGL1201 English Language (1)
2 hours (practical) 0
Course type UNIV Needs Level 1 hours (theoretical)
level
Course Objectives
Course Contents
1 - Upon completion of the course, students will be able to ask and answer questions about daily life activities
by using correct linguistic forms. Also, they will be able to use new vocabulary and relate the spelling to the
sounds of English which will help improve their pronunciation. Being provided with longer reading passages in
a higher level, students will be able to deal with less controlled exercises that develop into freer speaking
practice. As they are provided with regular recycling of grammar and vocabulary, students will be able to
incorporate the integrated skill activities in both speaking and writing.
1 - Lectures
2 - Exercises
Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
Final Exam End of semester 100
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Course Contents
1 - Unit1: Structure and cohesion : introduction , development and conclusion
2 - Unit 2: process and procedure : sequence , stages of writing an Essay
3 - Unit 3: physical description : a description of people , family relationships , occupations and institutions
4 - Unit 4: Narrative : and account or description of events in the past Unit 5: Definitions : define things to be
more clear , give examples , the three types of mistakes in definition
5 - Unit 6: Exemplification : for example , e.g.
6 - Unit 7: Classification
7 - Unit 8: Comparison and contrast : similarities and differences , qualification of comparison Unit 9: Cause and
effect : relationships , event , back in time , forward in time
8 - Unit 10: Generalization, qualification and caution Unit 11: Interpretation of data
9 - Unit 12: Discussion
10 - Unit 13: Introduction and conclusion
11 - Unit 14: Academic style
12 - Unit 15: Paraphrasing and Summarizing
13 - Unit 16: Quotations and Referencing Unit 17: Surveys, Questionnaires and Projects
14 - Unit 18: Proofreading Unit 19: Examinations
1 - videos
Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
mid-exam. 7th week 30
Essential books Academic writing course - study skills in English R.R. Jordan ISBN 0582 40019 8
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Knowledge and Skills Matrix
Main Course Contents Study Week Knowledge and Intellectual Skills Professional Skills General Skill
Understanding
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ITME1101 Introduction to Engineering
1 hours (practical) 0
Course type College Needs Level 1 hours (theoretical)
level
Course Objectives
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Course Contents
1 - Introduction to engineering definitions and success factors
2 - Engineering fields and careers
3 - Significant digits and errors in calculations
4 - Dimensions, measurement systems and conversions
5 - Numerical and symbolic solving techniques
6 - Engineering design method
7 - Creative ideas generation and evaluation methods
8 - Engineering communication skills
1 - Lectures
2 - Further readings
Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
Mid-term exam Middle of semester 30
Course note Introduction to Engineering, Lecture Notes and Slides, by: Dr. Ahmed Issa, Al Azhar
University – Gaza
Essential books Engineering Fundamentals: An Introduction to Engineering, Saeed Moaveni, 4th edition,
Cengage Learning
Recommended books Introduction to Engineering, Paul H. Wright, 3rd edition, John Wiley & Sons, Inc
Main Course Contents Study Week Knowledge and Intellectual Skills Professional Skills General Skill
Understanding
Introduction to engineering 1 a1 b1 c1 d1
definitions
Engineering fields and careers 2-3 a2 b1, b2, b3 c1 d1, d2
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ISLM1201 Jurisprudence
2 hours (practical) 0
Course type UNIV Needs Level 1 hours (theoretical)
level
MATH1321 Calculus(2)
3 hours (practical) 0
Course type College Needs Level 1 hours (theoretical)
level
Course Objectives
1 - study and recognize other important classes of functions as logarithmic functions, exponential functions and
hyperbolic functions
2 - learn basic techniques of integration for functions with one variable
3 - be prepared to take more advanced courses in mathematics
4 - understand infinite series and their convergence and divergence criteria and know how they can be used in
approximation techniques
5 - enable student to apply his knowledge to solve practical problems they encounter in phisical sciences and
engineering
1 - lectures
2 - discussion
Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
first midterm exam after 6 weeks of study 25%
Essential books Calculus, fifth edition; Earl W. Swokowski; Pws-Kent Puplisher Company, 1991
Recommended books Calculus with analytic geometry- Robert Ellis & Denny Guhick,1996 1996, Calculus-
Thomas Finny; Addison-Wiesely Puplishing Company,Inc
Other References all calculus books
(Periodical, web sites,
.... etc.)
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Intended Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding
* a1. Identify basic principles of object-oriented program design.
* a2. Identify the basic and some advanced issues related to writing classes
and methods - such as data, visibility, scope, method parameters and object
references
* a3. Explain the basic ideas behind class hierarchies, polymorphism, and
programming to interfaces.
* a4. Describe the differences between basic I/O streams and graphical user
interfaces.
* a5. Identify and demonstrate usage of tools, practices and methodologies
used in the specification, design and implementation.
Intellectual Skills
* b1. Define traditional and nontraditional problems, set goals towards solving
them, and. observe results.
* b2. Identify attributes, components, relationships, patterns, main ideas, and
errors
* b3. Describe different classifications of (data, results, methods, techniques,
algorithms, etc.).
* b4. Identify a range of solutions and critically evaluate and justify proposed
design solutions.
* b5. Apply the concepts, principles, theories and practices underpinning
computing as an academic discipline
Professional Skills
* c1. Solve a given application problem by going through the basic steps of
program specifications, analysis, design, implementation within the context
of the object-oriented paradigm
* c2. Demonstrate solid Java programming skills and ability to put in practice
the acquired knowledge and understanding of the Java language and
object-oriented design in relatively simple case studies
* c3. Develop Java implementations of abstract data types using different
approaches, and evaluate their differences.
* c4. Apply tools and techniques for the design and development of
applications
General Skill
* d1. Communicate effectively by oral, written and visual means.
* d2. Work effectively as an individual and as a member of a team.
* d3. Demonstrate efficient IT capabilities
* d4. Lead and motivate individuals.
* d5. Manage tasks and resources.
* d6. Work in stressful environment and within constraints
Course Contents
1 - Basics of the OO language of interest such as Java that include program structure, data types, I/O, control,
loops, methods, methods overloading and overriding. Matrices, strings.
2 - Object oriented paradigms , classes, objects, instances, inheritance, abstraction, interfaces, polymorphism,
data hiding, visibility scopes, packages
3 - File i/o and streams, graphical user interface (GUI) designs packages and tools, events and event handling,
java applets
1 - Lectures
2 - Tutorial Exercises
3 - Practical Exercises
4 - Projects
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Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
Final Exam week 16 40
Practical Exercises 20
Assignments 20
Main Course Contents Study Week Knowledge and Intellectual Skills Professional Skills General Skill
Understanding
1 - Determination of the modes of operation of the PN junction and calculation of the voltages and currents in a
diode circuit
2 - Determination of the modes of operation of the BJTs and calculation of the voltages and currents in a BJT dc
circuit
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Intended Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding
* a1- The basic concept of electronic components and basic laws. The
principles of circuit-analysis
* a2- The Maximum power-transfer, the impedance concept, magnitude and
phase-shift of RLC circuits
* a3- The characteristics of transistor, types, basic configuration, biasing and
load line
* a4- The Field Effect Transistors
Intellectual Skills
* b1-Utilize theories, rules, and electronic science
* b2-Solve problems in physics using appropriate mathematical tools
* b3-Identify the relevant physical principles and make approximations
necessary to obtain solutions
Professional Skills
* c1- Being able to solve problem sheets related to the material course
* c2- Collect and record data and information from libraries and summarize it in
suitable forms
* c3- The student would be able to apply some experiments related to the
course contents
General Skill
* d1- Student should be able to access data and information from the Internet
related to the course subjects
* d2- Student should develop self professional, scientific, and personal attitude
towards continuous education
* d3- Student should be able to cooperate in teams
Course Contents
1 - Electronic components and basic laws. Principles of circuit-analysis
2 - Maximum power-transfer, sinusoidal excitation and impedance concept, magnitude and phase-shift of RLC
circuits
3 - Frequency response of linear circuits, passive filters types and characteristics. Diode-circuits: half and
full-wave rectifiers, Zener regulators and limiters
4 - Transistor circuits: BJT characteristics, types, basic configuration, biasing and load line
5 - Equivalent circuits, voltage gain, input and output impedance, coupling, practical circuits
6 - FET circuits: Characteristics, types, basic configuration, switching modes
7 - Operational amplifiers: Principles, basic circuits: adder, follower, differentiator, integrator, comparator,
Schmitt-circuit, special circuits
8 - Display elements: Light-emitting-diodes, liquid-crystal displays, and cathode-ray tubes
1 - Lectures
2 - Tutorial Exercises
3 - Project and/or Assignments
Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
Mid-Term Exam I 6th week 20%
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Books and References
Main Course Contents Study Week Knowledge and Intellectual Skills Professional Skills General Skill
Understanding
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Course Objectives
1 - Learn how to represent the forces in vector form and how to resolve and add these forces for studying its
resultant
2 - Study the concept of the moment of a force and moment of a couple
3 - Recognize and analyze the free body diagram and the equilibrium of particles or rigid bodies and frames
4 - Study the concepts of friction and its effect on equilibrium
5 - Recognize the fundamental quantities (position, velocity and acceleration) for describing the kinematics of
motion of the particle, against the time for different systems of coordinates
6 - Study and analyze the various principles of Kinetics such as force-acceleration, work-energy and the
impulse-momentum principles for various types of problems of motion of particles
Course Contents
1 - Forces and Moments (Forces – Vector Algebra – Moments – Couples).
2 - Force Systems (– Force Couple Resultant – Single Force Resultant).
3 - Equilibrium of Particles and rigid bodies (Reaction Forces due to Supports –Equilibrium of Particles and Rigid
Bodies – Static Constraints).
4 - Frames and Machines (Analysis of Frames and Machines).
5 - Friction (Dry Friction – Sliding and Tipping – Belt Friction)
6 - Kinematics of particles (Rectilinear motion of particles – Cartesian, Cylindrical and Intrinsic Coordinates –
Projectiles – Relative Motion
7 - Kinetics of particles (Newtons second law of motion – Principle of Work and Energy – Principle of Impulse
and Momentum – Impact Applications)
1 - Lectures
2 - Tutorial Exercises
3 - projects
Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
Mid-Term Exam I 6th Week 20
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Books and References
Main Course Contents Study Week Knowledge and Intellectual Skills Professional Skills General Skill
Understanding
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Course Objectives
Course Contents
1 - Amplifier equivalent circuits, Effects of feedback, Feedback configurations
2 - Midband equivalent circuits for transistor amplifiers, Differential transistor pair, Feedback amplifier terminal
impedances
3 - Output stages/Swing calculations, Distortion modeling, Primitive operational amplifier, Frequency response,
Bode plots, Poles/zeroS
4 - Coupling and Bypass capacitors, Miller capacitor, Feedback dynamics and Stability, Compensation,
Oscillators, Filter networks and application of JFETs, MOSFETs
1 - Lectures
2 - Case Study
Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
Mid-term exam I 6th week 20
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Knowledge and Skills Matrix
Main Course Contents Study Week Knowledge and Intellectual Skills Professional Skills General Skill
Understanding
MATH2303 CALCULUS(3)
3 hours (practical) 0
Course type Major Needs Level 2 hours (theoretical)
level
Course Objectives
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Intended Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding
* sketch and analyze curves of conic sections: parabola, ellipse, hyperbola
* sketch and analyze curves given parametrically
* graph curves in polar coordinates
* compute areas and arc lengths using polar coordinates
* recognize and apply algebraic and geometric properties of vectors in two and
three dimensions
* compute dot products and cross products and recognize their geometric
meaning
* visualize and sketch surfaces in three-dimensional space
* compute and interpret partial derivatives of functions of several variables
* set up and evaluate double and triple integrals using a variety of coordinate
systems, including rectangular, polar
Intellectual Skills
* explain the mathematical concepts for each topic in this subject using
specialist vocabulary; follow, and explain simple proofs from the lecture notes
* apply relevant Theorems to problems in calculus iii
* Calculate and understand iterated integrals, double integrals, triple integrals
* solve extreme value problems by applying various techniques
Professional Skills
* Work effectively with others to complete homework and class assignments
* Apply gained math skills in other scientific branches as physics and
chemistry
* Solve application problems
* Use mathematical skills for solving problems in different topics in science
General Skill
* understand advanced topics in calculus
* understand double and triple integrals
* understand vector functions
* understand polar coordinates
Course Contents
1 - Conic sections , parabola, ellipse, hyperabola
2 - Plane Curves and Polar Coordinates . Plane Curves, Tangent Lines, Arc Length ,Polar Coordinates , Polar
Equations of Conics
3 - Vectors and Surfaces. Vectors in Two and Three Dimensions . Scalar Product . Vector Product . Lines and
Planes . Surfaces
4 - Functions of several variables, limits, continuity, partial derivatives, differentials chain rules, directional
derivatives gradients, tangent planes, normal lines and extrema of functions of two variables
5 - iterated integrals, double integrals, triple integrals, triple integrals in polar coordinates, and change of
variables in multiple integrals
1 - Lectures
2 - Discussions
Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
Quizes 30%
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Books and References
1 - Introduce the Numbering systems in general and Binary Numbering systems in particular
2 - Principles of Digital Design, their theories and their applications
3 - Introduce the Boolean Algebra and gate level minimization
4 - Introduce Combinational Logic and designing fundamental Combinational Circuits
5 - Introduce Synchronous sequential Logic and designing fundamental sequential Circuits
6 - Introduce Registers and Counters and their design
7 - Introduce Memory and Programmable Logic
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Course Contents
1 - Digital systems, Binary Numbers, Number Base Conversions, Octal and Hexadecimal Numbers
2 - Signed Binary Numbers, Binary Codes, Binary Logic
3 - Axiomatic definition of Boolian Algebra, Basic Theorems and Properties of Boolian Algebra, Conical and
Standard forms, Digital Logic gates
4 - The Map Method, Four Variable Map, Product of Sums simplification
5 - Dont care Conditions, NAND and NOR implementations, Exclusive OR Function
6 - Combinational Circuits, Analysis procedure, Design Procedure
7 - Binary Adder, Decimal Adder
8 - Magnitude Comparator, Decoders
9 - Encoders, Multiplexers
10 - Sequential Circuits, Latches, Flip=Flops
11 - Registers, Shift Registers
12 - Ripple Counters, Synchronous Counters, Other Counters
13 - Analysis of Clocked Sequential Circuits
14 - Random Access Memory, Read Only Memory
1 - Lectures
2 - Tutorial Exercises
3 - Project and/or Assignments
Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
Mid-Term Exam I 6th week 20
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Knowledge and Skills Matrix
Main Course Contents Study Week Knowledge and Intellectual Skills Professional Skills General Skill
Understanding
Ripple Counters, 12 a1 b1 c2 d1
Synchronous Counters, Other
Counters
Analysis of Clocked 13 a3 b1 c5 d2
Sequential Circuits
Random Access Memory, 14-15 a4 b1 c2-c5 d1-d2
Read Only Memory
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Course Objectives
Course Contents
1 - Conventional lettering and dimensioning
2 - Geometric constructions
3 - Theories of view derivation
4 - Orthographic projection of engineering bodies
5 - Projection of points, lines, surfaces and bodies
6 - Derivation of views and sections from given views
7 - Intersection of bodies and surfaces
8 - Steel construction
9 - Computer aided drafting
1 - Lectures
2 - Case Study
Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
Mid-term exam I 6th week 20
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Knowledge and Skills Matrix
Main Course Contents Study Week Knowledge and Intellectual Skills Professional Skills General Skill
Understanding
1 - Electrical Workshop Practice introduces students to the work environment and its tools, equipment,
workshops and work environment, safety regulations, policies and procedures applicable to health, safety and
industry standards and systems
2 - It will equip students with the necessary hand-skills for the Electrical industry
3 - Workplace policies and procedures that conform to health and safety regulations and safe working practices
will be learnt
4 - Demonstrate knowledge and understanding the job of the basic mechanical workshops
5 - Consider the necessary safety measures and tools
6 - Differentiate between hand- and machine-tools of the basic mechanical workshops
7 - Differentiate between the materials normally used in each workshop
8 - Use of the basic hand- and machine-tools and equipment to execute simple exercises in each workshop
9 - Use of basic measuring tools and instruments to insure adequate dimensions of the product
10 - Know and understand the basic manufacturing processes
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Intended Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding
* A1) Knows the workshop rules and safety precautions in electrical and
electronic workshops
* A2) Joints electric cables
* A3) Tests a small electric installation
* A4) Wires instruments on control panels
* A5) Understands the specifications and applications of insulated copper
wires used for winding of coils
* A6) Winds a small rating power transformer
* A7) Knows the construction and repairs of household electrical appliances
* A9) performs soldering and desoldering practices
* A10) Knows the tools and materials required for circuit preparation
* A11) Know and understand the activities of each mechanical workshop
* A12) Classify the working and production materials normally used in each
workshop
* A13) Know and understand the basic use of hand-and machine-tools
* A14) know the safety measures and tools needed for each workshop
* A15) Draw and execute drawn exercises or parts
Intellectual Skills
* B1) States the necessity for and requirements of joints in electric cables
* A8) Use of Electronic Bench Equipment
* B6) Specifies the size of copper wires in terms of S.W.G. numbers
* B3) Uses the Megger type insulation tester
* B14) knows the tinning and sweating operation
* B15) Differentiate between different activities in mechanical workshops
* B5) Connects ammeters and voltmeters in electric circuits
* B16) Assign proper materials and tools for certain product
* B17) Suggest a suitable manufacturing process to produce certain product
* B13) Knows how to prepare verbal and written test reports
* B7) Compares the applications of enamel and silicone enamel, polyester,
epoxy cotton, paper as insulation materials for coils
* B7) Compares the applications of enamel and silicone enamel, polyester,
epoxy cotton, paper as insulation materials for coils
* B8) Explains the operation of a small rating single phase double wound
transformer
* B10) Uses a hand winding machine
* B4) Uses a line earth loop tester
* B18) Suggest alternative processes according to different constrains
* B9) Makes the former of the transformer
* B12) Performs soldering and disordering practices
* B2) Performs the following joints for stranded cables: Tee joint Married joint
* B11) Knows the construction of fluorescent lamp, electric fan, electric cooker
Professional Skills
* C1) Solders joints in electric cables using soldering iron
* C2) Carries out the following tests on a small electric installation: insulation
test-polarity test - earthing test - continuity test
* C3) Identifies the following parts in a magnetic relay: energizing coil, normally
open contacts, normally closed contacts
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Professional Skills
* C4) Classifies insulation materials according to the rated maximum operating
temperatures
* C5) Winds the primary and secondary windings of the transformer according
to given data
* C6) Identifies and locates common faults in the appliances mentioned in
b(11)
* C7) using a logical sequence of steps
* C8) Repairs the faults located in (c6)
* C9) Knows the preparation of work pieces
* C10) Knows the importance of thorough cleaning
* C11) performs soldering practices of a simple electronic circuit
* C12) Identify and practice each workshop activity
* C13) -Select the proper process to finish certain product
* C14) Identify and practice each manufacturing process type
* C15) Identify quality levels of each process
General Skill
* D1) Insulates joints in electric cables
* D1) Insulates joints in electric cables
* D2) Traces the following types of faults in a small electric installation: open
circuit short circuit between line and neutral earth fault
* D3) States the use of impregnation materials for coils
* D4) Knows the use of fluxes
* D5) performs desoldering practices using desoldering tools
* D6) Present the technical report in oral seminar
* D7) Present the manufacturing process in a written reports
* D8) Sketch process, tools, machines and equipment
Course Contents
1 - Workshop Safety
2 - Electrical Wiring and Assembly
3 - Winding Practice
4 - Soldering and Disordering Techniques
5 - Electronic Project Construction Techniques
6 - Use of Electronic Bench Equipment
7 - Preparation of Reports
8 - Electronic Project Construction Practices
9 - Measurements lab
10 - Casting workshop
11 - Wood working workshop
12 - Metal forming workshop
13 - Sheet metal forming
14 - Filing and fitting workshop
15 - Welding workshop
16 - Machines shop, Turning and drilling
17 - Machines shop, Milling and shaping
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Teaching and Learning Methods
1 - Lecture Lectures
2 - Tutorial Exercises
3 - Projects
Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
Laboratory Experiments During the 16 weeks 50
Course note Lecture Notes and Slides, by: Eng. Nashat Naim, Al Azhar University – Gaza
Essential books Introduction to Basic Manufacturing Processes and Workshop Technology, New AGE
International (P) Limited, Rajender Singh
1 - Identify the major component of a PC-based system, describe the steps involving in assembling, linking, and
executing a program
2 - The relationship between hardware and software and how they work together to accomplish a task
3 - Write programs in assembly language to perform given tasks and run them
4 - The characteristics of a computers, and its applications
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Intended Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding
* a1- Discuss issues about the computer performance
* a2- List the main syntax of assembly language
* a3- Outline fundamentals in computing, including hardware and operating
systems
* a4- Describe functions of the basic building blocks of a computer system
* a5- Discuss how computers execute instructions
* a6- Explain the basic operations of cache and main memory, I/O operations,
bus, interrupt and peripheral devices as well as analyzing the performance of
different designs
Intellectual Skills
* b1- Identify attributes and components
* b2- Discuss how computers execute instructions
* b3- Identify various architectures and explain the design concepts for
analyzing computer systems
* b4- Sequence complete computer instructions
Professional Skills
* c1- Simulate micro instruction executions
* c2- Operate computing equipment efficiently, taking into account its logical
and physical properties
* c3- Write programs using the assembly language
* c4- Use the assembly language to control the different computer units
General Skill
* d1- Work in stressful environment and within constraints
* d2- Communicate effectively
* d3- Manage tasks and resources
Course Contents
1 - Introduction to computer organization, Data representation, bits, bytes, words, double words, binary and
hexadecimal systems, Computer components: memory systems including caches, CPU registers, x86
instruction set and its modes, encoding instructions, differences between x86 processors, computer
arithmetic, processors, controllers, input/ output, buses, DMA, data formats, addressing modes, instruction
sets
2 - Fundamental of Assembly Language, Data movement instruction, arithmetic and logic instructions, program
control instructions, memory addressing modes
3 - Subroutine calls and return mechanism. I/O and interrupts, linking to subprograms Video and Keyboard
Operations: Introduction to Video and Keyboard Processing, Video Systems, Keyboard Operations. Data
Manipulation: Processing String data, Processing Binary Data, Processing ASCII and BCD data
1 - Lectures
2 - Labs
3 - Practical Exercises
1 - N/A
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Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
Lab and Quizes Week 1-12 15%
Essential books The Art of Assembly, Randall Hyde. 2005. Second Edition
Recommended books IBM PC Assembly Language and Programming. Peter Abel. 2001. Prentice Hall. ISBN:
0-13-030655-X
Main Course Contents Study Week Knowledge and Intellectual Skills Professional Skills General Skill
Understanding
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Course Objectives
1 - Lectures
2 - Tutorial Exercises
3 - projects
Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
Mid-Term Exam I 6th Week 20
Main Course Contents Study Week Knowledge and Intellectual Skills Professional Skills General Skill
Understanding
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ISLM3201 Interpretation of Quran
2 hours (practical) 0
Course type UNIV Needs Level 2 hours (theoretical)
level
1 - Solve systems of linear equations and homogeneous systems of linear equations by Guassian elimination
and Ggauss elimination
2 - Reduce a matrix to either row-echelon or reduced row-echelon form
3 - Use matrix operations to solve systems of equations and determine the nature of the solutions
4 - Find the transpose and inverse of a matrix by performing operations
5 - Calculate determinant using row operations, column operations and expansion down any column and across
any row
6 - Interpret vectors in two and three-dimensional space both algebraically and geometrically
7 - Use basic mathematical proof techniques to prove or disprove certain claims
8 - Understand the concepts of a linear transformation as a mapping from Euclidiean vector space to another and
find its standard matrix
9 - Understand the concept of a general vector space , basis and dimensions
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Intended Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding
* to know the three basic components of linear algebra (theory, computation
and applications
* To introduce the students slowly and carefully to the art of developing and
writing proofs
* To solve consistent systems of linear equations by Gaussian elimination and
by Gauss- Jordan elimination
* To write the solution set of a given homogeneous system in parametric vector
formt
Intellectual Skills
* to introduce students to abstract mathematical thinking
* To help students to think precisely and express their thoughts clearly
* to analyze the information to calculate the correct result
* to think creatively and precisely and describe mathematical ideas accurately
Professional Skills
* To find the inverse of a square matrix and to know the rules of matrix
arithmetic
General Skill
* to be able to learn valuable skills to discover mathematical results
* to learn how to work in groups and cooperate with others
Course Contents
1 - Systems of linear equations ,matrices and matrix operations , Inverse , elementary matrices and a method
for finding the invers
2 - Determinant – Finding determine by row Reduction ,Eigen values and Eigen vectors of the matrix
3 - Vectors in 2 and 3- space , norm of a vector, dot and cross product
4 - Euclidean n-space, transformotions
5 - Vector spaces ,Subspaces,Basis and Dimension of the vector space
Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
First Mid Term Week 6 20
Essential books Elementary linear algebra : applications version / Howard Anton, Chris Rorres. 11th Ed,
2014
Recommended books Linear Algebra, Stephen Friedberg, Arnold Insel and Lawernce Spence,2015
Linear Algebra with Applications ,Jeffrey Holt ,W. H. Freeman and Company 2013
Linear Algebra with Applications, Jeanne Agnew, Robert C. Knapp,Brooks/Cole Pub. Co.,
1983
Elementary Linear Algebra, Ron Larson ,David C. Falvo ,Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Publishing Compan,6 Ed.2009
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ITCC2331 Electronics (2)
3 hours (practical) 0
Course type Major Needs Level 2 hours (theoretical)
level
Course Objectives
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Intended Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding
* a1) Explain the purpose of dc bias
* a2) Describe and draw a dc load line
* a3) Identify ac quantities
* a4) Graphically illustrate amplifier operation
* a5) Explain and analyze the operation of class B, class AB, and class C
amplifiers
* a6) Discuss, define, and apply JFET characteristics and parameters
* a7) Explain and analyze the operation of common-source, common-drain,
and common-gate FET amplifiers
* a8) Analyze an amplifier for total frequency response
* a9) Discuss op-amp modes and several parameters
* a10) Describe and analyze the operation of several types of summing
amplifiers
* a11) Explain and analyze the operation of an operation transconductance
amplifier (OTA)
* a12)Describe three types of filter response characteristics and other
parameters
* b18) Analyze the open-loop and closed-loop frequency response of an
op-amp
* d5) Identify the symbols for dual-gate D-MOSFETs and E-MOSFETs
Intellectual Skills
* b1) Discuss and determine the dc operating point of a linear amplifier
* b2) Describe amplifier operation
* b3) Discuss transistor models
* b4) Describe and analyze the operation of
common-emitter,common-collector, and common-base amplifiers
* b5) Describe and analyze the operation of multistage amplifiers
* b6) Describe the differential amplifier and its operation
* b7) Explain and analyze the operation of class A, B, AB, and C amplifiers
* b8) Discuss the JFET and how it differs from the BJT
* b9) Discuss, define, and apply JFET characteristics and parameters
* b10) Explain the operation of MOSFETs
* b11) Describe and analyze MOSFET bias circuits
* b13) Describe how MOSFETs can be used in analog and digital switching
applications
* b14) Explain how circuit capacitances affect the frequency response of an
amplifier
* b15) Explain the total low-frequency response of an amplifier
* b16) Describe the basic operational amplifier and its characteristics
* b17) Discuss how negative feedback affects op-amp impedances
Professional Skills
* c1) Analyze an emitter bias circuit, a base bias circuit, an emitter-feedback
bias circuit, and a collector-feedback bias circuit
* c2) List and define the r parameters
* c3) Compare ac beta and dc beta
* c4) Discuss a camplifiers with voltage-divider bias
* c5) Determine the overall voltage gain of multistage amplifiers
* c6) Define and determine the common-mode rejection ratio (CMRR)
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Professional Skills
* c7) Describe the effects of a concentered Q-point on the output waveform
* c8) Describe the Darlington/complementary Darlington class AB amplifier
* c9 Describe the basic structure of n-channel and p-channel JFETs)
* c10) Calculate the drain current using the transfer characteristic equation
* c11) Identify the symbols for E-MOSFET n-channel and p-channel devices
* c12) Describe a D-MOSFET transfer characteristic curve
* c13) Discuss and analyze the ac equivalent circuit of a JFET amplifier
* c14) Discuss complementary MOS (CMOS)
* c15) Identify the internal capacitance in BJTs and JFETs
* c16) Simulate the frequency response using Multisim
* c17) Apply frequency/amplitude measurement to determine critical
frequencies
* c18) Identify the schematic symbol and IC package terminals
* c19) Analyze the noninverting amplifier impedances
* c20) Review the closed-loop voltage gain for each op-amp configuration
General Skill
* d1 Troubleshoot faults in transistor bias circuits)
* d2) Calculate maximum output power
* d3) Troubleshoot a class AB amplifier for various faults
* d4) Calculate transconductance
* d5) Use a datasheet
* d6) Relate the circuit board to the schematic
Course Contents
1 - Transistor Bias Circuits
2 - BJT Amplifiers
3 - Power Amplifiers
4 - Field-Effect Transistors
5 - FET Amplifiers and Switching Circuits
6 - Amplifier Frequency Response
7 - The Operational Amplifier
8 - Basic Op-Amp Circuits
9 - Special-Purpose Op-Amp Circuits
1 - Lectures
2 - Tutorial Exercises
3 - Laboratory Experiments
Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
Mid-Term Exam 6th week 20
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Books and References
Main Course Contents Study Week Knowledge and Intellectual Skills Professional Skills General Skill
Understanding
BJT Amplifiers 3-5 a3, a4 b2, b3, b4, b5, b6 c2, c3, c4, c5 d2
1 - Have a solid foundation for a successful career as a physicist, and opportunities to be qualified for material
science job market
2 - adopt self and long life-learning, in addition to develop skills in material science
3 - Acquire practical skills in order to participate effectively in the materials applications
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Course Contents
1 - Introduction to thermodynamic functions, structure and stability of materials
2 - quantum mechanical descriptions of interacting electrons and atoms
3 - heat capacities, phase transformations, multiphase equilibria to chemical reactions and magnetism
4 - symmetry properties of molecules and solids, structure of complex; disordered and amorphous materials,
tensors and constraints on physical properties imposed by symmetry
5 - determination of structure, Real-world applications include engineered alloys, electronic and magnetic
materials, ionic and network solids, polymers, and biomaterials
Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
Mid-Term Exam I 6th week 20
Essential books Allcock, Harry R.; Lampe, Frederick W.; and Mark, James E. (2003). Contemporary
Polymer Chemistry (3 ed.).
Recommended books Introduction To Modern Solid State Physics - Y. Galperin
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Knowledge and Skills Matrix
Main Course Contents Study Week Knowledge and Intellectual Skills Professional Skills General Skill
Understanding
Introduction to thermodynamic 1 a1 b1
functions, structure and
stability of materials
quantum mechanical 2-4 a2 b1 c1
descriptions of interacting
electrons and atoms
heat capacities, phase 5-6 a2 b2 c1 d1
transformations, multiphase
equilibrium to chemical
reactions
and magnetism
symmetry properties of 7-10 a1 b2 c1 d1
molecules and solids,
structure
of complex; disordered and
amorphous materials, tensors
and constraints on physical
properties imposed by
symmetry
determination of structure, 11-15 a1,a2 b2 c1,c2 d1
Real-world applications
include engineered alloys,
electronic and magnetic
materials, ionic and network
solids, polymers, and
biomaterials
1 - Solve some special types of ODEs, such as first order ODEs, Linear ODEs, Cauchy Euler ODEs
2 - Use series solutions to solve ODEs
3 - Use Laplace transforms to solve ODEs
4 - Model some real life problems using ODEs
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Course Contents
1 - Ordinary differential equations of first order: Separable equations, Homogeneous equations, Linear
equations, Bernoulli’s equations
2 - Applications: Orthogonal trajectories, Population dynamics
3 - Higher order differential equations: Reduction of order, Linear dependence and Wronskian
4 - Linear equations with constant coefficients: The method of undetermined coefficients, The method of variation
of parameters
5 - Cauchy/Euler equation- Laplace transformation
1 - L.C.D-Compter
Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
Homework Week 8 5
Essential books Elementary differential equations and boundary value problem- eighth edition- W.E.Boyce
-Richard C. Diprma
Elementary differential equations - E.D.Rainvslle -P.E.Bedient
ITME3413
4 hours (practical) 0
Course type Major Needs Level 3 hours (theoretical)
level
Course Objectives
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Intended Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding
* A1) Learn the basics of rotational mechanics: angular velocity, angular
acceleration, torque, and Newtons law for rotation.
* A2) Learn how to produce a magnetic field.
* A3) Understand magnetic circuits.
* A4) Understand the purpose of a transformer in a power system.
* A5) Know the voltage, current, and impedance relationships across the
windings of an ideal transformer
* A6) Understand how real transformers approximate the operation of an ideal
transformer
* A7) Understand three-phase transformers, including special cases where
only two transformers are used.
* A8) Understand transformer ratings.
* A9) Learn how to generate an ac voltage in a loop rotating in a uniform
magnetic field
* A10) Learn how to generate torque in a loop carrying a current in a uniform
magnetic field.
* A11) Learn how to create a rotating magnetic field from a three-phase stator.
* A12) Understand the equivalent circuit of a synchronous generator.
* A13) Understand the equivalent circuit of a synchronous motor
* A14) Understand how synchronous motors can be started.
* A15) Understand the key differences between a synchronous motor and an
induction motor.
* A16) Understand the concept of rotor slip and its relationship to rotor
frequency.
* A17) Understand the techniques used for induction motor starting.
* A18) Understand how the speed of induction motors can be controlled.
* A19) Understand how voltage is induced in a rotating loop.
* A20) Understand how curved pole faces contribute to a constant flux, and
thus more constant output voltages.
* A21) Know the types of de motors in general use.
* A22) Understand how to derive the torque-speed characteristics of separately
excited, shunt, series, and compounded de motors.
* A23) Understand the methods of starting DC motors safely.
* A24) Understand the equivalent circuit of a DC generator
* A25) Understand why a universal motor is called "universal."
* A26) Understand how to start single-phase induction motors.
Intellectual Skills
* B1) Understand the behaviour of ferromagnetic materials
* B2) Understand hysteresis in ferromagnetic materials
* B3) Understand Faradays law
* B4) Be able to explain how copper losses, leakage flux, hysteresis, and eddy
currents are modelled in transformer equivalent circuits
* B5) Use a transformer equivalent circuit to find the voltage and current
transformations across a Transformer
* B6) Be able to calculate the losses and efficiency of a transformer
* B7) Be able to derive the equivalent circuit of a transformer from
measurements
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Intellectual Skills
* B8) Understand how a rotating rotor with a magnetic field induces ac voltages
in stator windings
* B9) Be able to sketch phasor diagrams for a synchronous generator
* B10) Know the equations for power and torque in a synchronous generator
* B11) Be able to sketch phasor diagrams for a synchronous motor
* B12) Know the equations for power and torque in a synchronous motor Know
the equations for power and torque in a synchronous motor
* B13) Understand and know how to use the equivalent circuit of an induction
motor
* B14) Understand power flows and the power flow diagram of an induction
motor
* B15) Understand how to measure induction motor circuit model parameters
* B16) Understand and be able to use the equation for induced voltage and
torque in a de machine. Understand commutation
* B17) Be able to perform nonlinear analysis of de motors using the
magnetization curve, taking into account armature reaction effects
* B18) Understand how to control the speed of different types of de motors
* B19) Understand the characteristics of the different single-phase induction
motor classes: split-phase, capacitor-type, and shaded pole
* B20) Be able to calculate induced torque in a single-phase induction motor
* B21) Understand the basic operation of reluctance and hysteresis motors
* B22) Understand how a DC generator can start without an external voltage
source
* C1) Understand how to produce an induced force on a wire
* C2) Understand how to produce an induced voltage across a wire
* C3) Understand the per-unit system of measurements
* C4) Understand the autotransformer
* C5) Understand the relationship between electrical frequency, the number of
poles, and the rotational speed of an electrical machine
* C6) Understand how torque is induced in an ac machine
* C7) Know how to derive the characteristics of a synchronous machine from
measurements (OCC and SCC)
* C8) Understand how terminal voltage varies with load in a synchronous
generator operating alone
* C9) Understand the conditions required to parallel two or more synchronous
generators
* C10) Understand the procedure for paralleling synchronous generators
* C11) Understand how and why power factor varies as synchronous motor
load increases
* C12) Be able to tell whether a synchronous machine is acting as a motor or
a generator and whether it is supplying or consuming reactive power
by examining its phasor diagram
* C13) Be able to use the equation for the torque-speed characteristic curve
* C14) Understand the induction machine used as a generator
* C15) Understand problems with commutation, including armature reaction
and L di/dt effects
* C16) Understand the special characteristics of series de motors, and the
applications that they are especially suited for
* C17) Understand how to derive the voltage-current characteristics of
separately excited, shunt, series, and compounded dc generators
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Intellectual Skills
* C18) Understand the operation of a stepper motor
* D1) Understand the operation of a simple linear machine
* D1) Understand the operation of a simple linear machine
* D2) Be able to work with real, reactive, and apparent powers
* D3) Be able to explain how copper losses, leakage flux, hysteresis, and eddy
currents are modelled in transformer equivalent circuits
* D4) Use a transformer equivalent circuit to find the voltage and current
transformations across a transformer
* D5) Be able to calculate the losses and efficiency of a transformer
* D6) Be able to derive the equivalent circuit of a transformer from
measurements
* D7) Be able to calculate the voltage regulation of a transformer
* D8) Understand instrument transformers-potential transformers and current
transformers
* D9) Understand the effects of winding insulation on machine life times
* D10) Understand the types of losses in a machine, and the power flow
diagram
* D11) Understand the operation of synchronous generators in parallel with a
very large power system (or infinite bus)
* D12) Understand the static stability limit of a synchronous generator, and
why the transient stability limit is less than the static stability limit
* D13) Understand the transient currents that flow under fault (short-circuit)
conditions
* D14) Understand synchronous generator ratings, and what condition limits
each rating value
* D15) Understand synchronous motor ratings
* D16) Understand how the torque- speed characteristic curve varies with
different rotor designs
* D17) Understand induction motor ratings
* D18) Understand the power flow diagram for DC machines
* D19) Understand the equivalent circuit of a dc motor
* D20) Be able to explain the problems associated with a differentially
compounded de motor
* D21) Be able to perform nonlinear analysis of dc generators using the
magnetization curve, taking into account armature reaction effects
* D22) Understand why a universal motor is called "universal"
* D23) Understand the operation of a brushless de motor
Course Contents
1 - INTRODUCTION TO MACHINERY PRINCIPLES
2 - Transformers
3 - AC Machinery Fundamentals
4 - Synchronous Generators
5 - Synchronous Motors
6 - Induction Motors
7 - DC Machinery Fundamentals
8 - DC Generators
9 - DC Motors
10 - Single-Phase and Special-Purpose Motors
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Teaching and Learning Methods
1 - Lecture Lectures
2 - Tutorial Exercises
3 - Laboratory Experiments
Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
Mid-Term Exam 6th week 20
Course note Lecture Notes and Slides, by: Eng. Nashat Naim, Al Azhar University – Gaza
Essential books Electric machinery fundamentals / Stephen Chapman. - 4th, TK2000.C46 2005
Recommended books Electric machinery / A. E. Fitzgerald, Charles Kingsley, Jr., Stephen D. Umans. --6th ed,
TK2181. F5 2003.
Main Course Contents Study Week Knowledge and Intellectual Skills Professional Skills General Skill
Understanding
Induction Motors 8-10 A15, A16, A17, B13, B14, B15 C13, C14 D16, D17
A18
DC Machinery Fundamentals 11 A19, A20, A21 B16, B17, B18 C15 D18, D19,
D20, D21,
D22
DC Generators 12-13 A22, A23, A24 B19, B20, B21 C16, C17 D18, D19,
D20, D21,
D22
DC Motors 14-15 A23, A24 B19, B20, B21 C16, C17 D18, D19,
D20, D21,
D22
Single-Phase and 16 A25, A26 B22 C18 D23
Special-Purpose Motors
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Course Objectives
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Course Contents
1 - Introduction to mechatronics engineering field, technology, features and systems components
2 - Mechatronics components static and dynamic characteristics and specifications
3 - Systematic and random errors in measurement, propagation and confidence in readings
4 - Sources of noises in measurement signals, prevention and treatment
5 - Signal conditioning, amplification , filtering, isolation, linearization, mathematical operations, ADC, DAC
6 - Variable conversion elements and bridge circuits
7 - Sensors and transducers: position, displacement, velocity, acceleration, force, pressure, proximity,
temperature, pressure, flow, level, with selection and control procedures
8 - Actuators: switches, relays, solenoids, voice coils, dc motors, servo motors, stepper motors, hydraulics
pneumatics, with selection and control procedures
1 - Lectures
2 - Videos
3 - Practical lab sessions
4 - Case studies
5 - Further readings
6 - Research tasks and reports
Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
Mid-term exam Middle of semester 20
Course note Mechatronics Components, Lecture Notes and Slides, by: Dr. Ahmed Issa, Al Azhar
University – Gaza
Essential books - Introduction to Mechatronics and Measurement Systems, David G. Alciatore and Michael
B. Histand, 4th edition, McGraw-Hill
- Modern Control Technology: Components and Systems, Christopher T. Kilian, 2nd edition,
Delmar Thomson Learning
Recommended books - Measurement and Instrumentation Principles, Alan S Morris, 3rd edition,
Butterworth-Heinemann
- Mechatronics Principles and Applications, Godfrey Onwubolu, Elsevier
Butterworth-Heinemann
Other References www.mechatronics.colostate.edu
(Periodical, web sites,
.... etc.)
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Knowledge and Skills Matrix
Main Course Contents Study Week Knowledge and Intellectual Skills Professional Skills General Skill
Understanding
1 - Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of different branches of production engineering, i.e Manufacturing
Technology, Industrial Engineering and Quality Control
2 - Classify Engineering Materials and properties
3 - Know the technology of Iron and Steel production
4 - Evaluate the applicability of particular materials for specific design requirements
5 - Know and understand the basic manufacturing processes and select the appropriate process to produce
various products
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Course Contents
1 - Introduction and classification, Industrial Engineering (The 2 role of production engineer, Production system,
Production types, Types of industries )
2 - Industrial Engineering (Factory planning, Production planning and control, Organization for production,
Manufacturing costs)
3 - Engineering materials (Composition Structure Properties Production and Applications)
4 - Quality Control (Specifications and Standards, Dimensioning, Tolerances and fits, Metrology
5 - Casting technology
6 - Powder metallurgy
7 - Metal forming technology
8 - Plastic processing
9 - Joining technology
10 - Metal removal technology , Turning, drilling, milling, shaping and planning, broaching, sawing, grinding
11 - Turning technology, machining parameters, machining time, cutting tools, tool life
12 - Non-conventional manufacturing processes
1 - Lectures
2 - Tutorial Exercises
3 - projects
Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
Mid-Term Exam I 6th Week 20
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Knowledge and Skills Matrix
Main Course Contents Study Week Knowledge and Intellectual Skills Professional Skills General Skill
Understanding
1 - The main aim of the course is to classify the components of the environment and its elements and effects
(pollution) that affect the ecological balance.
Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
Main Course Contents Study Week Knowledge and Intellectual Skills Professional Skills General Skill
Understanding
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Course Objectives
1 - To select and differentiate between sampling methods, and to determine the sample size.
2 - To construct and read the frequency tables and statistical charts.
3 - Explain, calculate, and interpret descriptive statistics including scales of measurement, frequency
distributions, measures of central tendency and measures of dispersion .
4 - To understand the characteristics of probability distributions, with concentration on the application of Binomial,
Poisson and Normal distributions.
5 - To obtain and interpret the correlation coefficients and simple linear regression model.
6 - To understand the basic concepts of inferential statistics including sampling distribution, confidence intervals,
and hypothesis testing.
* Making decisions
* Team work
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Course Contents
1 - Introduction to statistics and sampling
2 - Descriptive statistics
3 - Some basic probability concepts
4 - Popular probability distributions
5 - Correlation and regression
6 - Sampling distributions
7 - Introduction to statistical inference
1 - Lectures
2 - Discussion
3 - Solving problems and exercise
4 - Applications on computer using statistical software packages.
Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
First mid-term exam Week 8 30%
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Knowledge and Skills Matrix
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Understanding
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ITME3332 Programming Applications
3 hours (practical) 0
Course type Major Needs Level 3 hours (theoretical)
level
Course Objectives
1 - This course aims at introducing the student to some engineering programming languages such as Matlab and
Labview
2 - This course will also equip students with basic skills to simulate and design electronic circuit projects
3 - Student will be introduced to 8-bit microcontrollers and how to program them using miKroc
4 - Students will be introduced to CNC machines and 3D printer’s fabrication techniques
5 - At the end of the course, students are expected to apply what they have learnt through engaging into group
projects to design and fabricate an electronic circuit prototype
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Course Contents
1 - Introduction to Matlab
2 - Introduction to Labview
3 - Electronic Circuit simulations using Proteus (ISIS)
4 - PCB design using Proteus (ARES)
5 - Introduction to Microchip Pic 8-bit microcontrollers
6 - Programming PIC using mikro-C
7 - Introduction to CNC and 3d printing
8 - Electronic Design Project
1 - Lectures
2 - Discussions and video tutorials
3 - In class programming sessions
Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
Midterm Exam 6th week 25
- Hands-On Introduction to LabVIEW for Scientists and Engineers; by John Essick, Oxford
University Press, 2nd edition
Other References - www.mathworks.com
(Periodical, web sites,
.... etc.)
- www.ni.com
- www.microchip.com
- www.labcenter.com
- www.mikroe.com
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Main Course Contents Study Week Knowledge and Intellectual Skills Professional Skills General Skill
Understanding
1 - The student will be able to demonstrate the Evolution of the Intel® Microprocessor from 1971 till today
2 - Demonstrating and understanding the architecture and Software Model of the 8088 and 8086 Microprocessors:
Registers, the Stack, Physical and Logical Memory Addresses
3 - Learning Assembly Language Programming Concepts such as Data Transfer instructions, Arithmetic and
Logic instructions, Flow-control, Subroutine- handling and String instructions
4 - The student will be able to convert Instructions into Machine Code and programming the microprocessor by
writing Assembly Programs and C/C++ programs
5 - Demonstrating the Input/output Interfacing: Microprocessor Control Signals and Bus Cycles. The Student will
also be able to design Memory Banks and will be able to understand the difference between Real-Mode and
Protected-Mode Memory models and Memory Paging
6 - The student will develop an ability to conduct lab experiments, as well as analyze and interpret engineering
data related to microprocessors
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Intended Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding
* A1) Demonstrate knowledge of the fundamental principles of Intel
microprocessors
* A2) Demonstrate knowledge of the fundamental principles of Assembly
programming
* A3) Demonstrate knowledge of the fundamental principles of microcomputer
systems including microprocessors, peripherals, and hardware interfaces
* A4) Students will be able to explain the differences between various
microprocessor architectures and list different types of addressing modes
Intellectual Skills
* B1) Students will acquire critical, analytical and problem-solving skills
* B2) Students will demonstrate the ability to structure problem solutions, and
written communication skills
* B3) Students will demonstrate the ability to differentiate between general
purpose registers and invisible registers
* B4) Students will demonstrate the ability to differentiate between real,
protected and flat mode addressing schemes
Professional Skills
* C1) Students will have an understanding of ethical and professional
responsibility in the computer and communication engineering industry
* C2) Students will acquire professional skills for independent learning and
interpersonal communication
* C3) Students will develop an ability to conduct experiments using
microprocessor chips, and analyze and interpret the data when connecting
microprocessors with the external peripherals
* C4) In the laboratory experiments, students will develop their time
management skills and improve their teamwork habits
* C5) Students will be able to draw flow charts and develop assembly/C++
programs
* C6) students will be able to design memory systems for different kinds of
microprocessors
General Skill
* D1) Students will recognize the need for and the ability to engage in lifelong
learning
* D2) Students will develop the basic skills required for searching for
information
* D3) Students will recognize the need to cope with the rapid advancements in
microprocessor technologies and the emerging of new generations of
microprocessors
Course Contents
1 - Evolution of the Intel® Microprocessor
2 - Numbering systems
3 - Internal Microprocessor Architecture
4 - Multipurpose and invisible Registers
5 - Real Mode, protected Mode and Flat Mode Memory Types
6 - Data Addressing Modes
7 - Program Memory Addressing Modes
8 - Stack Memory Addressing Modes
9 - Electrical and Input/output Characteristics of Intel 8086/8088/80286/80386 processors
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Teaching and Learning Methods
1 - Lectures
2 - Discussions and tutorials
3 - Laboratory experiments
4 - Laboratory reports
Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
Midterm Exam 6th week 25
Main Course Contents Study Week Knowledge and Intellectual Skills Professional Skills General Skill
Understanding
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ITME3301 THERMODYNAMICS
3 hours (practical) 0
Course type Major Needs Level 3 hours (theoretical)
level
Course Objectives
1 - Determine the values of different properties of ideal gases and pure substances and using thermodynamic
tables
2 - Build the student ability and analysis thermodynamic systems
3 - To present a wealth of real-world engineering examples to give students a feel for how thermodynamics is
applied in engineering practice
4 - Determine the values of different properties of ideal gases and pure substances and using thermodynamic
tables
5 - Introduce the concept and definition of different thermodynamic properties
Course Contents
1 - Thermodynamic variables and equations of state. Basics concepts like heat, temperature, inner energy and
enthalpy. The ideal gas law and other simple equations of state for gases and other physical systems. The
laws of thermodynamics. Discuss the three mechanisms of heat transfer: conduction, convection, and
radiation. Discuss the implications of energy conversion on the environment. Definition of entropy. Heat
processes with technical applications such as heat engines.
1 - 1 - Lectures
2 - 2 - Tutorial Exercises
3 - 3 - Case Study
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Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
Mid-Term Exam I 6th week 30
Essential books Thermodynamics an, Engineering approach, Yunus A. cengel, M.A. Boles
Recommended books Fundamentals of classic thermodynamics, Van Wylen Sommtag
Main Course Contents Study Week Knowledge and Intellectual Skills Professional Skills General Skill
Understanding
Pure substances and phase 6-9 a4, a5 b1, b2, b3 c1, c2 d1, d2
equilibrium
The First and Second Law of 10-12 a2, a5 b1, b2, b4 c1, c2 d2
Thermodynamics
Entropy 13-14 a5 c1, c2 ,c3, c4 d1, d2
1 - To analyze, model, and predict the performance of basic power converter configuration
2 - To explain the power electronics topologies
3 - To design proper switching circuits
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Intended Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding
* a1) Understanding the Power Electronics Concepts
* a2) Discuss the Converter Classification
* a3) Describe the Electronic Switches such Diode, Thyristors, and Transistors
* a4) Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of Power and Energy
* a5) describe the Inductors and Capacitors
* a6) Demonstrate knowledge and understanding the uncontrolled and
Controlled Half-Wave Rectifiers
* a7) Demonstrate knowledge and understanding the Single-Phase Full-Wave
Rectifiers
* a8) Discuss the Bridge Rectifier and The Center-Tapped Transformer Rectifier
with Resistive Load, RL Load
* a9) Demonstrate knowledge and understanding the Controlled Full-Wave
Rectifiers
* a10) knowledge and understanding the uncontrolled and Controlled
Three-Phase Rectifiers
* a11) knowledge and understanding the Single-Phase and Three-Phase AC
Voltage Controller
* a12) knowledge and understanding the Basic Switching Converter
* a13) describe the Buck (Step-Down) Converter
* a14) describe the Boost Converter
* a15) describe the Buck-Boost Converter and Cuk Converter
* a16) knowledge and understanding the Transformer Models
* a17) describe the Full-Bridge and Half-Bridge DC-DC Converters
* a18) knowledge and understanding the Full-Bridge Converter
* a19) Demonstrate knowledge and understanding the Half-Bridge Inverter
* a20) knowledge and understanding the Three-Phase Inverters
Intellectual Skills
* b1) ability to Switch Selection, The selection of a power device for a particular
application
* b2) identify the difference between the Resistive Load and Resistive-Inductive
Load
* b3) Discuss the Use of Freewheeling Diode
* b4) identify the difference between the Resistive Load, RL Load, and
RL-Source Load
* b5) describe the Y-Connected Resistive Load, Y-Connected RL Load and
delta-Connected Resistive Load
* b6) Discuss the Design Considerations
* b7) analyze the Discontinuous-Current Operation
* b8) Ability to Converter Selection
* b9) analyze the PWM Control Circuits
* b10) Ability to design the Complete DC Power Supply
* b11) Ability to Fourier Series Analysis
* b12) describe the Total Harmonic Distortion
Professional Skills
* c1) Use Spice, PSpice, and Capture
* c2) Ability to analyze different design for speed control of Induction Motor
* c3) Use PSpice Solutions for Controlled Rectifiers
* c4) Use PSpice Simulation of Single-Phase AC Voltage Controllers
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Professional Skills
* c5) use PSpice Simulation of DC-DC Converters
* c6) Ability to Simulation of Pulse-Width-Modulated Inverters
* c7) use PSpice Simulation of DC Power Supplies
General Skill
* d1) Write technical reports in accordance with standard scientific guidelines
* d2) Work in a self directed manner
* d3) Analyze problems and use innovative thinking in their solution
* d4) Work coherently and successfully as a part of a team in the Lab
* d5) Lead and motivate individuals
* d6) Communicate effectively by oral, written and visual means
Course Contents
1 - Introduction to Power Electronics
2 - Power Computations
3 - Half-Wave Rectifiers
4 - Inverters
5 - Full-Wave Rectifiers
6 - AC Voltage Controllers
7 - DC-DC Converters
8 - DC Power Supplies
9 - Drive Circuits, Snubber Circuits, and Heat Sinks
1 - Lectures
2 - Tutorial Exercises
3 - Laboratory Experiments
1 - N/A
Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
Mid-Term Exam 6th week 20
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Understanding
1 - To introduce relevant mathematical concepts to describe both analogue and digital signals and systems
2 - To illustrate different views of such signals and the operation of such systems
3 - To introduce the important concepts of LTI systems, sampling, frequency domain and filters design
4 - implement some operations on the digital signals such as denoising the corrupted sound and image
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Course Contents
1 - Introduction, Signals and Systems, Signal types and characteristics
2 - Impulse response and convolution
3 - The Fourier Series: defe niton, properties, applications
4 - The Fourier Transform: de definition, properties
5 - The Fourier Transform: applications
6 - The frequency response of linear time-invariant systems
7 - The Z Transform
8 - Transfer functions and stability
9 - Sampling and its applications
10 - Analog and digital Filters
1 - Lectures
2 - Case Study
Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
Mid-term exam I 6th week 20
Recommended books , Soliman and M.Srinath,continuous and discrete signals and systems
Main Course Contents Study Week Knowledge and Intellectual Skills Professional Skills General Skill
Understanding
Analog Filters 15 a1 b1 c1 d1
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ITME4306 Mechanical Machines Elements
3 hours (practical) 0
Course type Major Needs Level 4 hours (theoretical)
level
Course Objectives
1 - learn the design, applications and assembly of machine elements for mechanical systems
2 - design and implementation of a mechanical system to meet desired needs within realistic constraints via
group projects
3 - communicate effectively by using engineering drawings
4 - learn the ethical practice for design and maintenance of machine elements in mechanical systems
5 - know the safety issues in machine installation and maintenance of machine elements
Course Contents
1 - Introduction to machine elements
2 - Screws, fasteners and the design of nonpermanent joints
3 - Welding and the design of permanent joints
4 - Mechanical springs
5 - Rolling-contact bearings
6 - Lubrication and journal bearings
7 - Gears-general
8 - Clutches, brakes and couplings
9 - Shaft design
10 - Flexible mechanical elements
11 - Mechanical design
12 - Safety issues in machine installation and maintenance of machine elements
13 - Professional ethics with applications to design and maintenance of machine elements in mechanical
systems
1 - Lectures
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Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
Mid-Term Exam I 6th Week 20
Main Course Contents Study Week Knowledge and Intellectual Skills Professional Skills General Skill
Understanding
Introduction to machine 1 a1
elements
Screws, fasteners and the 2 a2
design of nonpermanent joints
Welding and the design of 3 a1 b1
permanent joints
Mechanical springs 4 a2 b1 c1 d1
Rolling-contact bearings 5 a2 b1 c2 d1
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ITME4339 Computer Aided Engineering
3 hours (practical) 0
Course type Major Needs Level 4 hours (theoretical)
level
Course Objectives
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Course Contents
1 - Basic concepts and definitions.
2 - Recognize the various types of fluid flow problems encountered in practice.
3 - Model engineering problems and solve them in a systematic manner.
4 - Mechanical properties and deformation based on simulated results.
5 - Finite Element Analysis (FEA), numerical analysis and simulation of structures.
6 - Usage of computer software to aid in engineering analysis tasks.
7 - Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and optimization
8 - Optimization of mechanical designs of elements and structures.
9 - Validation, and optimization of products and manufacturing tools.
1 - Lectures
2 - Practical lab sessions
3 - Videos
Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
Mid-term exam Middle of semester 25
Essential books Computer-Aided Engineering Design with SolidWorks, Godfrey Onwubolu, Humber Institute
of Technology and Advanced, Published by Imperial college press 2013.
Recommended books Fluid mechanics, Fundamentals and Applications, Yunus A. Cengel & John M. Cimbala,
Computational Methods for Fluid Dynamics, Ferziger, Joel H., Peric, Milovan, 3rd Edition,
Published by Springer 2002.
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Understanding
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Intended Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding
* A1) Demonstrate knowledge of the fundamental principles of PIC
microcontroller and the difference between microcontrollers and
microprocessors.
* A2) Demonstrate the wide variety of PIC microcontrollers models with
varying structures and numerous application opportunities.
* A3) Demonstrate knowledge of the fundamental principles of Assembly
programming for PIC microcontrollers.
* A4) Demonstrate knowledge of the fundamental principles of MikroC
programming.
* A5) Demonstrate knowledge of the Interfacing techniques used in embedded
systems
Intellectual Skills
* B1) Students will acquire critical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
* B2) Students will demonstrate the ability to structure problem solutions, and
written communication skills.
* B3) Students will demonstrate the ability to apply electronic circuit analysis
and design in embedded systems.
* B4) Students will demonstrate the ability to demonstrate the use of interrupts
and other advanced concepts related to microcontrollers. .
Professional Skills
* C1) Students will have an understanding of ethical and professional
responsibility in the computer, mechatronics and communication engineering
industry.
* C2) Students will acquire professional skills for independent learning and
interpersonal communication.
* C3) Students will develop an ability to conduct experiments using PIC
microcontroller chips, and analyze and interpret the data when connecting
microcontrollers with the external peripherals.
* C4) In the laboratory experiments, students will develop their time
management skills and improve their teamwork habits.
* C5) Students will be able to draw flow charts and develop assembly/Mikro-C
programs.
* C6) Students will reach a level whereby they have the skills necessary to
gain entry to professional practice in the embedded systems world.
General Skill
* D1) Students will recognize the need for and the ability to engage in lifelong
learning.
* D2) Students will develop the basic skills required for searching for
information
* D3) Students will recognize the need to cope with the rapid advancements in
PIC microcontrollers families
Course Contents
1 - PIC microcontrollers: History and features
2 - Introducing the PIC mid-range family and the 16F84A
3 - Parallel ports, power supply and the clock oscillator
4 - Counters/timers and interrupts
5 - Introducing the PIC 16F877A
6 - Data acquisition and manipulation
7 - Pulse Width Modulation Module
8 - Principles of synchronous serial communication
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Teaching and Learning Methods
1 - Lectures
2 - Discussions and tutorials
3 - Laboratory experiments
4 - Laboratory reports
1 - N/A
Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
Midterm Exam 6th week 25
Main Course Contents Study Week Knowledge and Intellectual Skills Professional Skills General Skill
Understanding
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ITME4418
4 hours (practical) 0
Course type Major Needs Level 4 hours (theoretical)
level
Course Objectives
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Intended Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding
* A1) Knowledge of modelling and representation techniques of linear control
systems
* A2) Understanding of pole-zero effects on time response
* A3) Ability to derive and modify system time-response parameters
* A4) Ability to analyse systems stability
* A5) Ability to study system characteristics and response in the complex
space
* A6) Ability to analyse systems using the frequency response methods
* A7) Ability to design controllers using different methods
* A8) Ability to realise controllers programmatically and using electrical and
electronic circuits
* A9) Ability to derive system models using state space methods
Intellectual Skills
* B1) Ability to understand different modelling methods and their derivation
* B2) Ability to visualise the nature and response of control systems by
inspecting the model parameters, zeros and poles
* B3) Understanding of the concepts of stability, controller and their effect on
the response
* B4) Ability to visualise system representation in different mathematical,
diagrammatical and graphical forms and understanding the analogies
amongst them
Professional Skills
* C1) Ability to analyse any existing problems in control systems using
different analysis methods
* C2) Ability to decide the type of controller suitable for achieving any given
design criteria
* C3) Ability to test control systems for stability using different methods
* C4) Ability to design controllers using hardware and software techniques
* C5) Ability to simulate the response of control systems using MATLAB
* C6) Ability to estimate the model of a given control system using Lab
measurement equipment
General Skill
* D1) Mathematical formulation and analysis
* D2) Graphing and plotting using manual and computerised techniques
* D3) Data representation and depiction of useful parameters from curves
Course Contents
1 - Mathematical modelling of linear-time-invariant control systems using ODE and Laplace transform
2 - Transfer functions, block diagrams, signal flow graphs
3 - Open- and closed-loop control systems
4 - Time response of control systems
5 - System stability
6 - Root-locus technique
7 - Frequency response using Nyquest method
8 - Frequency response using Bode plots
9 - Controllers design methods
10 - State space analysis of control systems
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Teaching and Learning Methods
1 - Lectures
2 - Videos
3 - Programming and simulation tasks and reports
4 - Case studies and readings
5 - Laboratory experiments
1 - N/A
Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
Mid-term exam Middle of semester 20
Course note Lecture Notes and Slides, by: Dr. Ahmed Issa, Al Azhar University – Gaza
Essential books Modern Control Engineering", K. Ogata, 4th. edition, Prentice Hall, 2002
Recommended books Control Systems Engineering, 7th, Norman S. Nise , Wiley, 2014
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Intended Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding
* a1) Ability to classify manufacturing plants and categorize the different
classes of automation systems
* a2) Ability to describe the various elements of an industrial automation
systems and how they are organized hierarchically in levels.
* a3) Ability to categorize and differentiate between different technical process
systems
* a4) Ability to compare individual, centralized, and distributive control systems
* a5) Ability to understand and trace electrical control circuits
* a6) Ability to convert between electrical and PLC ladder diagrams
* a7) Ability to select the appropriate controller for the industrial system
* a8) Gain the necessary knowledge to select the required hardware and
software to build industrial network
Intellectual Skills
* b1) Identify at an appropriate level the design, production, interfacing and
software needs of different parts of automation system
* b2) Ability to analyse the requirement for building a successful industrial
automation system
* b3) Ability to analyse and predict the behaviour of technical process under
various input and disturbance conditions
* b4) Ability to design from scratch ladder control diagrams
* b5) Ability to evaluate the performance of different industrial networks
Professional Skills
* c1) Ability to read and interpret industrial flow charts
* c2) Ability to read and interpret P&ID diagrams
* c3) Ability to read , interpret and design ladder diagrams
* c4) Ability to design industrial control circuits
* c5) Ability to design PLC based control circuits
* c6) Ability to select the appropriate fieldbus protocol
* c7) Ability to design SCADA Based networks
General Skill
* d1) Reading and writing technical reports and essays
* d2) Punctuality and time-management skills
Course Contents
1 - Architecture of industrial automation systems
2 - Introduction to technical process control
3 - Continuous and discrete process control
4 - Electrical control systems
5 - Hydraulic and pneumatic systems
6 - Programmable logic control
7 - Industrial communication systems
8 - DCS and SCADA
9 - Examples of industrial automation applications
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Teaching and Learning Methods
1 - Lectures
2 - Videos
3 - Animated interactive examples
4 - Case studies
5 - Further readings
6 - Research tasks and reports
Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
First mid-term exam Middle of semester 20
Course note Industrial Automation, Lecture Notes and Slides, by: Eng. Sa’id Ibrahim Abu Al-Roos
Essential books Industrial Automation: Hands On by Frank Lamb, 1st Edition , McGraw-Hill, 2013
Recommended books Industrial Control Electronics: Devices, Systems and Applications, Bartelt, Terry L. M
Main Course Contents Study Week Knowledge and Intellectual Skills Professional Skills General Skill
Understanding
Industrial communication 12 a8 b5 c6 d2
systems
DCS and SCADA 13,14 a8 b5 c7 d2
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ITME4333 Mechatronics Design
3 hours (practical) 0
Course type Major Needs Level 4 hours (theoretical)
level
Course Objectives
1 - Introducing the engineering design skills and reflect it on the mechatronics fields.
2 - Modelling and design techniques for mechatronics systems design.
3 - Development and testing (design for manufacturing).
4 - Selection of materials in engineering design problem.
5 - Practices of guidelines on safety and health management systems.
6 - Principles of maintenance management of mechatronics system.
7 - Implanting the professional sense and attitude in students and enabling them to finishing sequential assigned
tasks leading to the submission of a full term project with report
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Course Contents
1 - Engineering design process.
2 - Product development process and marketing.
3 - Technical report structure and writing skills.
4 - Engineering design models and problem solving techniques.
5 - Mechatronic systems and components.
6 - Selection of materials in engineering design problem.
7 - Practices of guidelines on safety and health management systems.
8 - Principles of maintenance management of mechatronics system.
1 - Lectures
2 - Labs and small term projects
3 - Videos
4 - Research tasks and reports
5 - Final project
Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
Mid-term exam Middle of semester 20
Essential books Engineering Design: A Systematic Approach, Gerhard Pahl and Wolfgang Beitz, third
edition, Springer-Verlag London Limited 2007.
Recommended books The Mechatronics Handbook, Robert H. Bishop, second edition, CRC Press, Taylor and
Francis Group, 2008.
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Main Course Contents Study Week Knowledge and Intellectual Skills Professional Skills General Skill
Understanding
1 - This an elective course offered for the 4th and 5th year Mechatronics Engineering program students
2 - It is aimed to give students knowledge in the field of Advanced Embedded Systems Design, simulation,
applications and techniques
3 - Provide students with an opportunity to study and learn selected advanced topics in the fields related to the
student’s program of study
4 - Expose students to state-of-the-art engineering knowledge, concepts, techniques and developments
5 - Equip students with practical skills and life-long learning abilities
6 - The exact course objectives and contents are determined by the department when the course is offered as an
elective for the Mechatronics Engineering students
1 - Lecture notes
2 - Text books
3 - Papers and extra readings
4 - Videos and case studies
1 - N/A
Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
First mid-term exam 6th week 20
Course note Determined by the lecturer and engineering department when the course is offered
Essential books Determined by the lecturer and engineering department when the course is offered
Recommended books Determined by the lecturer and engineering department when the course is offered
Other References Determined by the lecturer and engineering department when the course is offered
(Periodical, web sites,
.... etc.)
Main Course Contents Study Week Knowledge and Intellectual Skills Professional Skills General Skill
Understanding
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Course Objectives
1 - To obtain a professional training in the field related to the student’s program of study at a company or a firm
accepted and coordinated by the engineering department
2 - To perform some analytical or design studies to help solving some existing problems at the training firm
3 - To understand the projects and tasks assigned to the student and carried out during the training period
4 - To present and discuss the experience obtained during the training period
5 - Prepare a report about the experience of training period
Course Contents
1 - Practical training in a firm or a company related to the student’s field of study
2 - Department progress visits during the training period
3 - Presentation and discussion of the prepared report
1 - N/A
Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
Continuous evaluation During the training 25
period
Report 7th week 25
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Books and References
Course note As can be assigned by the principal engineer at the training firm
Essential books As can be assigned by the principal engineer at the training firm
Recommended books As can be assigned by the principal engineer at the training firm
Other References As can be assigned by the principal engineer at the training firm
(Periodical, web sites,
.... etc.)
Main Course Contents Study Week Knowledge and Intellectual Skills Professional Skills General Skill
Understanding
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Course Contents
1 - Numerical Methods for Mathematical Problems
2 - Solving Non-Linear Equations
3 - Solving Sets of Equations and Matrix Computations,
4 - Interpolation and Curve Fitting,
5 - Numerical Differentiation and Numerical Integration
6 - Implementation of the computer algorithms into the mathematical package matlab.
1 - Lectures
2 - Discussions
3 - Homeworks
4 - assignments
5 - Computer implementations
6 - Projects
Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
First Hour Exam 60 min. 20
Quizzez 15 min. 5
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Numerical Integration Thirteen & Numerical Studying Introducing mathematic
Fourteen methods and modification of computer al
Integration methods to algorithms and integration
problems minimize error built-in computer problems
packages and
functions numerical
methods
with
convergenc
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Projects Fifteen studying modification of writing scientific Numerical
mathematical methods and reports and using problem
problems and analysis computer solving,
numerical packages introduction
solutions to scientific
research,
writing
scientific
reports.
Exams sixteen Numerical Numerical Numerical solution Numerical
solution of solution of of mathematical solution of
mathematical mathematical problems mathematic
problems problems al problems
1 - This an elective course offered for the 4th and 5th year Mechatronics Engineering program students
2 - It is aimed to give students knowledge in the field of Reverse Engineering technologies, rapid prototyping
processes and technologies, 3D scanning, CNC machining, CAD/CAM tools for reverse engineering
3 - Provide students with an opportunity to study and learn selected advanced topics in the fields related to the
student’s program of study
4 - Expose students to state-of-the-art engineering knowledge, concepts, techniques and developments
5 - Equip students with practical skills and life-long learning abilities
6 - The exact course objectives and contents are determined by the department when the course is offered as an
elective for the Mechatronics Engineering students
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Course Contents
1 - Main course contents and its ILO(s) mapping are determined by the engineering department when the course
is offered as an elective for the Mechatronics Engineering students
1 - Lecture notes
2 - Text books
3 - Papers and extra readings
4 - Videos and case studies
1 - N/A
Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
First mid-term exam 6th week 20
Course note Determined by the lecturer and engineering department when the course is offered
Essential books Determined by the lecturer and engineering department when the course is offered
Recommended books Determined by the lecturer and engineering department when the course is offered
Other References Determined by the lecturer and engineering department when the course is offered
(Periodical, web sites,
.... etc.)
Main Course Contents Study Week Knowledge and Intellectual Skills Professional Skills General Skill
Understanding
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Course Objectives
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Course Contents
1 - Overview of PLCs
2 - PLC hardware
3 - Fundamentals of PLC programming
4 - Timers and counters
5 - Program control instructions
6 - Data manipulation instructions
7 - Arithmetic instructions
8 - I/O modules and wiring
9 - Advanced PLC programming
10 - PLC installation and troubleshooting
11 - Process control & data acquisition systems
1 - Lectures
2 - Videos and animations
3 - Practical lab sessions
4 - Case studies
5 - Further readings
6 - Simulation tools
1 - N/A
Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
First mid-term exam Middle of semester 20
Course note Programmable Logic Controllers, Lecture Notes and Slides, by: Eng. Sa’id Ibrahim Abu
Al-Roos
Essential books Petruzella, Programmable Logic Controllers, Glencoe McGraw-Hill
Recommended books Khaled Kamel, Eman Kamel, Programmable Logic Controllers: Industrial Control, 2014
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Main Course Contents Study Week Knowledge and Intellectual Skills Professional Skills General Skill
Understanding
PLC hardware 2 A3 B2 -- D1
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Intended Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding
* a1) Identify the notions of rational behavior and intelligent agents
* a2) Explain the basic issues of knowledge representation and heuristic
search
* a3) Define major concepts and approaches in knowledge representation,
planning, learning, robotics and other AI areas.
* a4) Explain the principles and techniques of a number of application areas
informed by the research directions of artificial intelligence
* a5) Describe the principles of AI and pattern recognition
* a6) Identify core of analysis, applied mathematics and statistics
* a7) Explain selected advanced topics to provide a deeper understanding of
some aspects of artificial intelligence
Intellectual Skills
* b1) Define traditional and nontraditional problems in artificial inelegant
* b2) Perform comparisons between : algorithms, methods, techniques
* b3) Perform classifications of : data, results, methods, techniques,
algorithms
* b4) Identify attributes, components, relationships, patterns, main ideas, and
errors
* b5) Summarize the proposed solutions and their results
* b6) Restrict solution methodologies upon their results
* b7) Establish criteria, and verify solutions
* b8) Generate an innovative design to solve a problem containing a range of
commercial and industrial constraints
Professional Skills
* c1) Develop a general appreciation of the goals, subareas, achievements and
difficulties of AI
* c2) Developing programming skills for AI applications
* c3) Exposure to logic programming with Prolog and Lisp
* c4) Apply the principles of human-computer interaction to the evaluation and
construction of a wide range of application
* c5) Specify, design, and implement computer-based systems
* c6) Evaluate systems in terms of general quality attributes and possible
tradeoffs presented within the given problem
General Skill
* d1) Communicate effectively by oral, written and visual means
* d2) Work effectively as an individual and as a member of a team
* d3) Demonstrate efficient IT capabilities
* d4) Lead and motivate individuals
* d5) Manage tasks and resources
* d6) Acquire entrepreneurial skills
* d7) Develop strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, and will be
able to apply those skills effectively in all aspects of their future lives
* d8) Develop Creativity and imagination skills, Self-assessment ability and
Critical thinking and analytic ability
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Course Contents
1 - Artificial and human intelligence: domains of AI-symbolic processing: semantic nets, modeling model based
reasoning, frames
2 - Inference techniques: implication, forward and backward chaining, inference nets, predicate logic, quantifiers,
tautology, resolution, and unification
3 - Rule based systems: inference engine, production systems, problem solving, planning, decomposition, and
basic search techniques
4 - AI languages: symbolic and coupled processing prolog: objects and relations, compound goals,
backtracking, search mechanism, dynamic databases, lisp, program structure and operations, functions,
unification, memory models
5 - Fields of AI: heuristics and game plying, automated reasoning, problem solving, computational linguistics
and natural language processing, computer vision, robotics AI based computer systems: sequential and
parallel inference machines, relation between AI and artificial neural nets, fuzzy systems
1 - Lectures
2 - Tutorial Exercises
3 - Projects
1 - ----
Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
Mid-Term Exam I 6th week 20
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Understanding
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Course Objectives
1 - Allowing students to derive mathematical models of linear and non-linear control systems
2 - Study of zero-pole effects on system performance and characteristics
3 - Enabling students to design and analyse controllers using root locus method
4 - Study of the Nyquist method for system analysis
5 - Study of the Bode plot method for system analysis and controller design
6 - Enabling students to design and analyse controllers using the frequency response techniques
7 - Enabling students to realise controllers programmatically and using electrical and electronic circuits
8 - Study of the state space modelling and representation of control systems
9 - Enabling students to design controllers using state space models
10 - Study of the controllability, observability and stability analysis
11 - Enabling students to design state feedback controller and observer
12 - Introducing digital control systems
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Intended Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding
* A1) Knowledge of advanced modelling techniques of linear and non-linear
control systems
* A2) Understanding of pole-zero effects on time response and frequency
response
* A3) Ability to design controllers using the root locus method
* A4) Ability to analyse systems and design controllers using the frequency
response methods
* A5) Ability to realise controllers programmatically and using electrical and
electronic circuits
* A6) Ability to derive system models using state space methods
* A7) Ability to design controllers using the state space method
* A8) Ability to judge on the controllability, observability and stability of
systems
* A9) Ability to design a state feedback controller and an observer for a control
system
* A10) Ability to convert a continuous control system to a digital control
system
Intellectual Skills
* B1) Ability to understand different modelling methods and their derivation
* B2) Ability to visualise the nature and response of control systems by
inspecting the model parameters, zeros and poles
* B3) Understanding of the concept of controller and its effect on the response
* B4) Ability to visualise system representation in different mathematical,
diagrammatical and graphical forms and understanding the analogies
amongst them
Professional Skills
* C1) Ability to analyse any existing problems in control systems using
different analysis methods
* C2) Ability to decide the type of controller suitable for achieving any given
design criteria
* C3) Ability to test control systems for stability using different methods
* C4) Ability to design controllers using hardware and software techniques
* C5) Ability to simulate the response of control systems using MATLAB
* C6) Ability to estimate the model of a given control system using Lab
measurement equipment
General Skill
* D1) Mathematical formulation and analysis
* D2) Graphing and plotting using manual and computerised techniques
* D3) Data representation and depiction of useful parameters from curves
Course Contents
1 - Mathematical modelling of linear and non-linear control systems
2 - Zero-pole effects on system performance and characteristics
3 - Controller design and analysis using root locus method
4 - Frequency response techniques for system analysis
5 - Nyquist method for system analysis
6 - Bode plot method for system analysis
7 - State space modelling and representation of control systems
8 - Controller design via state space
9 - Controllability, observability and stability analysis
10 - State feedback control and observer design
11 - Introduction to digital control systems
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Teaching and Learning Methods
1 - Lectures
2 - Videos
3 - Programming and simulation tasks and reports
4 - Case studies and readings
5 - Laboratory experiments
1 - N/A
Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
First mid-term exam Middle of semester 20
Course note Control Systems (2), Lecture Notes and Slides, by: Dr. Ahmed Issa, Al Azhar University –
Gaza
Essential books Modern Control Engineering", K. Ogata, 4th. edition, Prentice Hall, 2002
Recommended books Control Systems Engineering, 7th, Norman S. Nise , Wiley, 2014
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Main Course Contents Study Week Knowledge and Intellectual Skills Professional Skills General Skill
Understanding
1 - This an elective course offered for the 4th and 5th year Mechatronics Engineering program students
2 - It is aimed to give students knowledge in the field of signal processing and data acquisition using pc based
systems and digital systems
3 - Provide students with an opportunity to study and learn selected advanced topics in the fields related to the
student’s program of study
4 - Expose students to state-of-the-art engineering knowledge, concepts, techniques and developments
5 - Equip students with practical skills and life-long learning abilities
6 - The exact course objectives and contents are determined by the department when the course is offered as an
elective for the Mechatronics Engineering students
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Intended Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding
* A1) Main course contents and its ILO(s) mapping are determined by the
engineering department when the course is offered as an elective for the
Mechatronics Engineering students
Intellectual Skills
* B1) Main course contents and its ILO(s) mapping are determined by the
engineering department when the course is offered as an elective for the
Mechatronics Engineering students
Professional Skills
* C1) Main course contents and its ILO(s) mapping are determined by the
engineering department when the course is offered as an elective for the
Mechatronics Engineering students
General Skill
* D1) Main course contents and its ILO(s) mapping are determined by the
engineering department when the course is offered as an elective for the
Mechatronics Engineering students
Course Contents
1 - Main course contents and its ILO(s) mapping are determined by the engineering department when the course
is offered as an elective for the Mechatronics Engineering students
1 - Lecture notes
2 - Text books
3 - Papers and extra readings
4 - Videos and case studies
1 - N/A
Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
First mid-term exam 6th week 20
Course note Determined by the lecturer and engineering department when the course is offered
Essential books Determined by the lecturer and engineering department when the course is offered
Recommended books Determined by the lecturer and engineering department when the course is offered
Other References Determined by the lecturer and engineering department when the course is offered
(Periodical, web sites,
.... etc.)
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Understanding
Course Contents
1 - The course covers properties of fluids, Statics of fluids. Dynamics of fluids: system and control volume;
equations of continuity Euler, Bernoulli, energy, linear momentum, and angular momentum with applications.
Dimensional analysis and dynamic similitude. Viscous flow: laminar flow through tubes, transport
phenomena, boundary layer, drag on immersed bodies hydraulic and energy grade lines, turbulent flow in
pressure conduits and in open channels, steady incompressible flow through simple pipes and open
channels.
1 - This an elective course offered for the 4th and 5th year engineering programs students
2 - Provide students with an opportunity to study and learn selected advanced topics in the fields related to the
student’s program of study
3 - Expose students to state-of-the-art engineering knowledge, concepts, techniques and developments
4 - Equip students with practical skills and life-long learning abilities
5 - The exact course objectives and contents are determined by the engineering department when the course is
offered as an elective for the engineering students
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Intended Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding
* A1) Main course contents and its ILO(s) mapping are determined by the
department when the course is offered as an elective for the engineering
students
Intellectual Skills
* B1) Main course contents and its ILO(s) mapping are determined by the
department when the course is offered as an elective for the engineering
students
Professional Skills
* C1) Main course contents and its ILO(s) mapping are determined by the
department when the course is offered as an elective for the engineering
students
General Skill
* D1) Main course contents and its ILO(s) mapping are determined by the
department when the course is offered as an elective for the engineering
students
Course Contents
1 - Main course contents and its ILO(s) mapping are determined by the department when the course is offered
as an elective for the engineering students
1 - Lecture notes
2 - Text books
3 - Papers and extra readings
4 - Videos and case studies
1 - N/A
Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
First mid-term exam 6th week 20
Course note Determined by the lecturer and department when the course is offered
Essential books Determined by the lecturer and department when the course is offered
Recommended books Determined by the lecturer and department when the course is offered
Other References Determined by the lecturer and department when the course is offered
(Periodical, web sites,
.... etc.)
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Main Course Contents Study Week Knowledge and Intellectual Skills Professional Skills General Skill
Understanding
1 - In partial fulfilment of graduation requirements each student is required to complete the first part of a
graduation project. The project is usually carried out by a group of students, not exceeding 5 students per
project
2 - The project title and field must be related to the student’s field of study, in accordance with the consent, rules
and regulations set by the Engineering Department at the Faculty of EIT
3 - Each project will consist of either a detailed experimental or developmental study of some selected process or
device or a detailed design study including some laboratory and/or manufacturing work
4 - Graduation Project I report must contain the problem statement, objectives, requirement analysis, theoretical
review, proposed design details, simulations and models, expected cost analysis, time plan for completing the
work in Graduation Project II
5 - Application of learnt scientific, analytical and practical skills gained from all other courses studied in the
program towards providing a solution to a specific engineering problem
6 - The project resembles problems that will face the graduate engineer at the work place, therefore they are
required to work in a team to tackle a predetermined engineering tasks
7 - The project is the step in preparing the student for professional practice to apply and demonstrate the
accumulation of knowledge, skills and experiences throughout their undergraduate education
8 - Enlarging the knowledge domain by a specialized study and engagement in a practical manner with providing
solutions that will serve a specific purpose
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Intended Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding
* A1) Demonstrate the ability to of identifying an engineering problem at the
industry/community and formulating the problem in an objective form that will
lead to an unbiased and optimum solution
* A2) Ability to model real-life problem in an engineering context
* A3) Ability to collect scientific, engineering and market data related to a
particular problem
* A4) Ability to applying the engineering knowledge and skills earned
throughout the study program to solve a specific engineering problem
* A5) Significant knowledge in the core field of the project and the fields
surrounding it
Intellectual Skills
* B1) Ability to think, analyse and criticise suggested ideas and solutions
* B2) Ability to brainstorm and imagine, visualise and describe solutions to
others
* B3) Ability to compare various and contradicting alternatives in a given design
problem
Professional Skills
* C1) Ability to conduct experiments in an accurate manner
* C2) Ability to make selection of system components
* C3) Ability to perform simulation and programming tasks effectively and
within short time frames
* C4) Apply project management fundamentals and punctuality
* C5) Understand the ethics of engineering profession and environmental
issues
General Skill
* D1) Growing skills of oral and written presentations
* D2) Skill of working cooperatively and effectively within a group and under
supervision
* D3) Ability to search and find information independently
* D4) Ability to interact with industry and supplier companies
Course Contents
1 - Introduction and problem formulation
2 - Survey, theoretical research and search for suitable component
3 - Concept generation and suggested solutions
4 - System analysis and selection of optimum solution
5 - System design, simulation and some experimental results
6 - Documentation
7 - Discussion of the project
1 - Determined by the supervisor and dependant on the project field, this can include weekly meetings, books
and journal papers readings, industrial visits, experimental and lab work, etc
2 - Graduation project style guides provided by the engineering department
1 - N/A
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Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
Supervisor(s) Continuous and on the 50
16th weeks
Discussion Committee (2 internal staff On the 16th week 50
members)
Course note As can be determined by the supervisor based on the project field
Essential books As can be determined by the supervisor based on the project field
Recommended books As can be determined by the supervisor based on the project field
Other References As can be determined by the supervisor based on the project field
(Periodical, web sites,
.... etc.)
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Understanding
ITMD5139
1 hours (practical) 0
Course type Major Needs Level 5 hours (theoretical)
level
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Course Objectives
1 - Here are some common objectives that such a course might aim to achieve:
2 - 1. Develop an understanding of professional ethics: The course may aim to explore ethical principles and
standards that apply to the profession, promoting an understanding of the ethical challenges and dilemmas
professionals may face.
3 - 2. Foster awareness of legal and regulatory frameworks: The course may cover laws and regulations relevant
to the profession, helping students understand their legal obligations, compliance requirements, and potential
consequences of non-compliance.
4 - 3. Enhance critical thinking and decision-making skills: Students may be encouraged to analyze and
evaluate complex professional issues, developing the ability to make informed decisions and ethical
judgments in various scenarios.
5 - 4. Explore professional responsibilities: The course may delve into the responsibilities professionals have
towards clients, employers, colleagues, and the broader community. This may include topics such as
confidentiality, conflict of interest, accountability, and professional conduct.
6 - 5. Discuss professional codes of conduct and standards: Students may study and analyze professional
codes of conduct specific to their field, understanding the values, principles, and standards set by professional
bodies to guide ethical behavior.
7 - 6. Examine the impact of technology: The course may explore the ethical and social implications of
technological advancements within the profession, such as privacy concerns, data security, automation, and
the responsible use of emerging technologies.
8 - 7. Promote awareness of diversity and inclusion: Students may be encouraged to recognize and address
issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion within the profession, understanding the importance of creating
inclusive and culturally competent environments.
9 - 8. Develop professional communication skills: The course may focus on enhancing students abilities to
communicate effectively and ethically with clients, colleagues, and other stakeholders, emphasizing the
importance of clear and respectful communication.
10 - 9. Encourage reflective practice: Students may be encouraged to reflect on their professional experiences,
identifying ethical challenges, and developing strategies to address them in an ethical and responsible
manner.
11 - 10. Foster lifelong learning and professional development: The course may emphasize the importance of
continuous learning and professional development, encouraging students to stay updated on industry trends,
advancements, and evolving ethical considerations.
12 - 11. Its important to note that these objectives are general in nature, and the specific objectives of a
professional issues course may vary depending on the profession or field of study being addressed or your
country.
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Intended Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding
* 1- Knowledge of Professional Ethics: Understand and apply the ethical
principles and standards relevant to the profession, including integrity,
honesty, confidentiality, and accountability.
* 3- Definitions • Ethics • Professionalism • An official engineer /
Registered Engineer
* 4- CONTRACT 10 THINGS THAT SHOULD BE ADDRESSED OR AT THE
VERY LEAST CONSIDERED IN EVERY PROFESSIONAL SERVICE •
CONTRACT DURATION • CONFIDENTIALITY • COMPENSATION
• NONPAYMENT • EQUIPMENT • NONCOMPETITION •
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY • SUBCONTRACTING • DISPUTES
* 5- Case study 1
* 4- Conflict of Interest
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General Skill
* 12- Critical Thinking and Ethical Decision Making: Apply critical thinking
skills and ethical reasoning to analyze complex professional issues and
make informed decisions.
* 13- Communication Skills: Effectively communicate professional ideas,
information, and recommendations through oral, written, and digital channels
to diverse audiences.
* 15- Professional Networks and Engagement: Build and maintain professional
networks, engage with professional associations or organizations, and
contribute to the profession through active participation.
* 1- Introduction
* 2- Acknowledgements
1 - Small Group Instruction, Research and report , Case studies, Project-Based Learning ,Cooperative
Learning
1 - ,Video, audio
Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
Midterm Exam 60 30
Quiz 10 10
Assignments 3 days 10
project 2 weeks 10
Final Exam 90 40
Essential books Frank Bott, Professional Issues in Information Technology, BCS, 2005
Other References Professional Issues in Information Technology, Bott, BCS, 2005 Scientists Must Write, R
(Periodical, web sites, Barrass, Routledge, 2002
.... etc.)
http://www.inf.ed.ac.uk/teaching/courses/pi/ Mailing List pi-students@inf.ed.ac.uk
Main Course Contents Study Week Knowledge and Intellectual Skills Professional Skills General Skill
Understanding
All PI Content Research skills. Writing ability. Using software like Presentatio
doing Writing ability. Critical thinking. as MS-project n skills.
home work
Project
Delivering
reports
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ITME5344 Robotics and Automation
3 hours (practical) 0
Course type Major Needs Level 5 hours (theoretical)
level
Course Objectives
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Intended Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding
* A1) General introduction to robotics, components and its history
* A2) Rigid body motion and transformations in Cartesian spaces
* A3) Joint and actuator types and their pros and cons
* A4) Degrees of freedom of mechanisms and joints
* A5) Conjugation method for transformation analysis
* A6) Wrest and end-effectors addition to manipulators
* A7) Ability to study and analyse 2D and 3D manipulators
* A8) Knowing concepts of joint space, actuator space, work space, working
envelopes of manipulators
* A9) Denavit-Hartenberg convention and method for forward kinematic analysis
* A10) Ability to solve inverse kinematics problems of famous manipulators
* A11) Ability to derive the Jacobian of robotic manipulators
* A12) Ability to perform trajectory and path planning of robotic manipulators
with the help of simulators
* A13) Understanding of the vision based control methods used with industrial
robotic manipulators
Intellectual Skills
* B1) Ability to visualise mechanisms and motion in 2D and 3D spaces
* B2) Ability to decide if a solution is correct or not based on common
engineering sense and scientific knowledge
* B3) Ability to observe and analyse mechanisms in a methodical manner
Professional Skills
* C1) Use of MATLAB to solve transformation and linear algebraic equations
and systems
* C2) Use of LabVIEW to simulate robotic manipulators in 2D and 3D
* C3) Modelling and analysis of an existing robotic manipulator using simple
lab equipment
General Skill
* D1) Time organisation and ability to work under pressure
* D2) Neat and clean solution presentations and technical English skills
Course Contents
1 - Introduction to robotics, historical preview, technology and applications
2 - Anatomy of and components of robotic manipulators and mobile robots
3 - Joints, links and actuators used in robotic manipulators
4 - Rigid body motion and transformations in 2D and 3D
5 - Mathematical models of famous robotic manipulators
6 - Forward kinematics with programming implementations
7 - Inverse kinematics with programming implementations
8 - Velocity kinematics and the manipulator Jacobian
9 - Path and trajectory planning with simulations
10 - Vision based control of robotic manipulators
1 - Lectures
2 - Videos
3 - Programming and simulation tasks and reports
4 - Case studies and readings
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Teaching and Learning Methods for the Disabled Students
1 - N/A
Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
First mid-term exam Middle of semester 20
Course note Robotics and Automation, Lecture Notes and Slides, by: Dr. Ahmed Issa, Al Azhar
University – Gaza
Essential books Introduction to Robotics Mechanics and Control, John J. Graig, 3rd Edition, Pearson
Prentice Hall.
Recommended books Robot Modeling and Control, Mark W. Spong, Seth Hutchinson, and M. Vidyasagar, John
Wiley & Sons Inc.
Main Course Contents Study Week Knowledge and Intellectual Skills Professional Skills General Skill
Understanding
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ITME5343 Quality Management and Reliability
3 hours (practical) 0
Course type Major Needs Level 5 hours (theoretical)
level
Course Objectives
1 - The course aims to engage the student on contemporary issues pertaining to the management of quality in
services and manufacturing, in international and domestic markets, as well as in the private and public
sectors.
2 - Further, the conceptual and analytical skills developed in this course should enable the student to provide
leadership in managing for quality.
3 - Much of what the student learns will be practitioner-oriented and directly applicable to the so-called “real
world”.
4 - Informative readings on quality management topics from reputable journals, and experiential learning exercises
and projects complement the text and shape learning in this class.
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Intended Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding
* a1) Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the quality concept and its
influence
* a2) Describe the Quality System
* a3) Describe, distinguish and use the several techniques and quality
management tools
* a4) Identify the seven basic tools of quality
* a5) Explain the importance and benefits of quality
* a6) demonstrate knowledge and understanding of control chart
* a7) Identify the Process Capability
* a8) discuss the Quality Costs
* a9) Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of Reliability
* a10) discuss the ISO
* a11) Describe the house of quality
Intellectual Skills
* b1) Explain and distinguish the normalization, homologation and certification
activities
* b2) Identify the difference between control chart types
* b3) ability to design acceptance sampling plans
* b4) analyze Specification limits
* b5) Identify the difference between the types of the Quality Costs
* b6) Explain bathtub curve
* b7) ability to use ISO standards
* b8) discuss the Quality Function Deployment
Professional Skills
* c1) Decision making skills by deciding the type of variation
* c2) use software programs such Minitab, SPSS
* c3) Teamwork skills by participating in groups that will analyze different
processes
* c4) Practical skills by doing assignments and case studies
General Skill
* d1) Analyze problems and use innovative thinking in their solution
* d2) Lead and motivate individuals
* d3) Communicate effectively by oral, written and visual means
* d4) Develop strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, and will be
able to apply those skills effectively in all aspects of their future lives
* d5) Implementation skills by relating the principles to real life organizations
* d6) Presentation and communication skills by presenting case studies
Course Contents
1 - introduction to quality
2 - Statistical Quality Control
3 - Control chart types
4 - acceptance sampling plans
5 - process capability
6 - quality costs
7 - reliability
8 - ISO
9 - house of quality
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Teaching and Learning Methods
1 - Lectures
2 - Discussion
3 - Case Studies
4 - Presentations
1 - N/A
Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
presence During the 16 weeks 5
2. Gryna FM 2001, Quality Planning & Analysis, 4th edn, Jr., McGraw-Hill
Main Course Contents Study Week Knowledge and Intellectual Skills Professional Skills General Skill
Understanding
introduction to quality 1-2 a1, a2 b1 c1, c2, c3, c4 d1, d2, d3,
d4, d5
statistical quality control 3-4 a3, a4, a5 b2 c1, c2 d1, d2, d3,
d4
control chart types 5-6 a6 b2 c1, c2 d1, d2, d3,
d4, d5
acceptance sampling plans 7-8 a7 b4 c1, c2 d1, d2, d3
house of quality 16-16 a11 b8 c1, c2, c3, c4 d1, d2, d3,
d4, d5, d6
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ITCC4325 Introduction to Digital Signals Processing
3 hours (practical) 0
Course type Major Needs Level 5 hours (theoretical)
level
Course Objectives
1 - The aim of this course is to introduce to the students the theories and techniques that
2 - is necessry for understanding how we can convert the continuous data to digital data
3 - this course concerns with the representation, transformation, and manipulation of signals and the information
4 - Also, to enable the students to construct filters with specific tasks
Course Contents
1 - representations of signals in time
2 - representations and analyses of systems, sampling, linear convolution, impulse response, and difference
equations
3 - discrete-time Fourier transform, DFT/FFT, and Z-transform; frequency response, magnitude, phase and group
delays
4 - ideal filters, linear-phase FIR filters, all-pass filters, minimum-phase and inverse systems; Low pass filter,
and High pass filter, Band pass filter; filter designs
5 - circular convolution
6 - filter design (analog and digital)
1 - explanation
2 - discussion techniques
3 - experiments
Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
Mid-term exam Mid of the semester 30
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Knowledge and Skills Matrix
Main Course Contents Study Week Knowledge and Intellectual Skills Professional Skills General Skill
Understanding
representations of signals in 1-3 understanding understanding the how to use digital introduction
time, representations and the discrete manipulation systems as to designing
analyses of systems, systems and methods computer to digital filters
sampling, linear convolution, discrete signals perform or draw
impulse response, and different discrete
difference equations signals
discrete-time Fourier 4-7 Transformation comparison helps in designing
transform, DFT/FFT, and processes and between the digital filters understandi
Z-transform; frequency how to use them transformation ng how one
response, magnitude, phase processes can use the
and group delays; ideal proper
transformati
on for
specific
problem
ideal filters, linear-phase FIR 8-9 the difference use Matlab to improving
and IIR filters The difference between transfer design digital the student
between FIR and function of the filters ability to
IIR transfer filters by using solve some
function.To difference digital
teach the equations processing
students the problems
difference
between ideal
and practical
filters
all-pass filters, 10-14 filter design choose the best Use Matlab to The student
minimum-phase and inverse method to design design and will get the
systems; Low pass filter, and a filter construct a filter base
High pass filter, Band pass for intended knowledge
filter; filter designs purpose to solve
advance
problems
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Intended Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding
* Develop understanding on different renewable energy resources
* Develop understanding on potential of using renewable energy technologies
as a complement to and to the extent possible, replacement for conventional
technologies
Intellectual Skills
* Able to identify sustainable energy solutions for sustainable development
* Able to carry out techno-economic assessment
General Skill
* Develop competency in identifying renewable energy resources availability
and utilization.
* Develop competency in rating different renewable energy technologies
Course Contents
1 - Biomass resource assessment, biomass productivity study, waste land utilization through energy plantation.
Biomass conversion process: biochemical - anaerobic digestion, biogas production mechanism and
technology, types of digesters, design of biogas plants; chemical - hydrolysis and hydrogenation, bio-fuels,
Biodiesel production, fuel characteristics; thermochemical - pyrolysis, combustion and gasification, gasifiers:
updraft, downdraft, fluidized bed, biomass carbonization, natural draft and gasification based biomass stoves,
gasification based power generation
2 - Harnessing Wind Energy , Sitting Consideration, Sizes of Wind Turbine Generators, On shore & off shore
wind plants , Environmental impacts Wind Energy
3 - Geothermal technologies, direct use geothermal , ground source systems, heat pump applications
4 - Solar resource, Types of solar energy , solar thermal energy ( hot water, hot air & concentrating solar power )
, solar photovoltaic, Solar thermal technologies , solar PV technologies
5 - . Design of power plants. Hydrology, Selection of site, Resource assessment, Classification of Hydropower
Plants, Small Hydropower Systems: mini, micro and pico systems, Pumped storage plants, Hydraulic
Turbines: classification and operational aspects, elements of turbine, selection and design criteria, Planning
of power house, Hydro power from oceans – Wave and Tidal power, Electronic load controller; environmental
issues related to hydro projects. Modeling biomass, hydro and ocean energy conversion system using
simulation tools. Green hydrogen generation from bio-methan
6 - Energy & sustainable issues
7 - Climate change: science, economics & policy
1 - A combination of class-room interactions, expert lecture, assignment, tutorial, practical and case study
1 - A combination of class-room interactions, expert lecture, assignment, tutorial, practical and case study
Essential books Renewable Energy A First Course ,Robert Ehrlich, Harold A. Geller, Robert Ehrlich
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Course Objectives
1 - In partial fulfilment of graduation requirements each student is required to complete the second part of a
graduation project. The project is usually carried out by a group of students, not exceeding 5 students per
project
2 - This project is a continuation of Graduation Project I. The project title and field must be related to the
student’s field of study, in accordance with the consent, rules and regulations set by the Engineering
Department at the Faculty of EIT
3 - Each project will consist of either a detailed experimental or developmental study of some selected process or
device or a detailed design study including some laboratory and/or manufacturing work
4 - Graduation Project II report must contain corrected contents of Graduation Project I report and the final results
obtained in the second part. This includes details of, manufacturing, developed codes, electric control circuits,
mechanical structures, assembly and integration, problems and challenges, testing, results, validation, cost
analysis, discussion of results, conclusion, and future recommendations
5 - Application of learnt scientific, analytical and practical skills gained from all other courses studied in the
program towards providing a solution to a specific engineering problem
6 - The project resembles problems that will face the graduate engineer at the work place, therefore they are
required to work in a team to tackle a predetermined engineering tasks
7 - The project is the step in preparing the student for professional practice to apply and demonstrate the
accumulation of knowledge, skills and experiences throughout their undergraduate education
8 - Enlarging the knowledge domain by a specialized study and engagement in a practical manner with providing
solutions that will serve a specific purpose
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Intended Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding
* A1) Demonstrate the ability to of identifying an engineering problem at the
industry/community and formulating the problem in an objective form that will
lead to an unbiased and optimum solution
* A2) Ability to model real-life problem in an engineering context
* A3) Ability to collect scientific, engineering and market data related to a
particular problem
* A4) Ability to applying the engineering knowledge and skills earned
throughout the study program to solve a specific engineering problem
* A5) Significant knowledge in the core field of the project and the fields
surrounding it
* A6) Demonstrate the ability to integrate system components and perform
validation testing
* A7) Demonstrate the ability to fabricate designs based on simulated results
and derive and discuss results
* A8) Demonstrate the ability to defend the accomplished work and
recommend further improvements for future works
Intellectual Skills
* B1) Ability to think, analyse and criticise suggested ideas and solutions
* B2) Ability to brainstorm and imagine, visualise and describe solutions to
others
* B3) Ability to compare various and contradicting alternatives in a given design
problem
* B4) Ability to analyse results and draw conclusions based on critical
discussions of the obtained results
Professional Skills
* C1) Ability to conduct experiments in an accurate manner
* C2) Ability to make selection of system components
* C3) Ability to perform simulation and programming tasks effectively and
within short time frames
* C4) Apply project management fundamentals and punctuality
* C5) Understand the ethics of engineering profession and environmental
issues
* C6) Demonstrate the ability to integrate, test and operate system parts
* C7) Demonstrate the ability to troubleshoot system faults
General Skill
* D1) Growing skills of oral and written presentations
* D2) Skill of working cooperatively and effectively within a group and under
supervision
* D3) Ability to search and find information independently
* D4) Ability to interact with industry and supplier companies
Course Contents
1 - Introduction and revised/modified problem formulation
2 - Detailed design of proposed solution
3 - System analysis and selection of components
4 - Simulation, prototyping and some experimental results
5 - Fabrication of system parts and integration
6 - Testing, validation and results
7 - Discussions, conclusions and future recommendations
8 - Documentation
9 - Discussion of the project
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Teaching and Learning Methods
1 - Determined by the supervisor and dependant on the project field, this can include weekly meetings, books
and journal papers readings, industrial visits, experimental and lab work, etc
2 - Graduation project style guides provided by the engineering department
1 - N/A
Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
Supervisor(s) Continuous and on the 50
16th weeks
Discussion Committee (2 internal staff On the 16th week 50
members)
Course note As can be determined by the supervisor based on the project field
Essential books As can be determined by the supervisor based on the project field
Recommended books As can be determined by the supervisor based on the project field
Other References As can be determined by the supervisor based on the project field
(Periodical, web sites,
.... etc.)
Main Course Contents Study Week Knowledge and Intellectual Skills Professional Skills General Skill
Understanding
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Course Objectives
1 - This an elective course offered for the 4th and 5th year Mechatronics Engineering program students
2 - It is aimed to give students knowledge in the field of Robotics Vision and mobile robotics, image processing
techniques, sensory parts, imaging devices and algorithms, pattern recognition, 2D and 3D imaging methods,
applications in the industry
3 - Provide students with an opportunity to study and learn selected advanced topics in the fields related to the
student’s program of study
4 - Expose students to state-of-the-art engineering knowledge, concepts, techniques and developments
5 - Equip students with practical skills and life-long learning abilities
6 - The exact course objectives and contents are determined by the department when the course is offered as an
elective for the Mechatronics Engineering students
Course Contents
1 - Main course contents and its ILO(s) mapping are determined by the engineering department when the course
is offered as an elective for the Mechatronics Engineering students
1 - Lecture notes
2 - Text books
3 - Papers and extra readings
4 - Videos and case studies
1 - N/A
Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
First mid-term exam 6th week 20
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Books and References
Course note Determined by the lecturer and engineering department when the course is offered
Essential books Determined by the lecturer and engineering department when the course is offered
Recommended books Determined by the lecturer and engineering department when the course is offered
Other References Determined by the lecturer and engineering department when the course is offered
(Periodical, web sites,
.... etc.)
Main Course Contents Study Week Knowledge and Intellectual Skills Professional Skills General Skill
Understanding
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Intended Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding
* A1) Ability to identify rehabilitation systems components, their purposes and
working principles
* A2) Ability to analyse the structure and components of rehabilitation systems
and devices
* A3) Ability to layout and make adequate selection of common sensors,
actuators, and design their respective control circuitries
* A4) Ability to layout necessary components for bio-signal processing and
measurement of human motor function
* A5) Ability to make adequate selection of telemetry and wireless control
components, and appreciate the importance of well-designed and adequate
user interfaces in the field of rehabilitation engineering
* A6) Ability to select suitable mechanical components, transmission and
weight support mechanisms for the most common rehabilitation systems and
devices
* A7) Ability to understand the basic anatomy of rehabilitation robotics and
exoskeletons, their components and working principles
* A8) Understanding and familiarity with rapid prototyping, 3D printing and
reverse engineering methods as technologies that are widely applied in the
field of rehabilitation engineering
* A9) Understanding and familiarity with the latest advancements in new
materials used in the field of rehabilitation engineering
Intellectual Skills
* B1) Ability to envision rehabilitation system or device whole/unitised
behaviour
* B2) Ability to analyse components and requirements of a rehabilitation
system or device
* B3) Ability to predict the effects of alternative components selection
* B4) Ability to search for new technological solutions in the field of
rehabilitation engineering
* B5) Ability to self-learn more about the design, development and
manufacturing of rehabilitation systems and devices
Professional Skills
* C1) Ability to read and interpret components datasheets
* C2) Ability to perform a sensor selection task
* C3) Ability to perform an actuator selection task
* C4) Ability to design and build some actuator control circuits
* C5) Ability to perform basic and important bio-signal processing tasks
General Skill
* D1) Appreciation of the physical disability importance and impacts on
societal and international levels
* D2) Reading and writing technical reports and scientific articles
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Course Contents
1 - Introduction to rehabilitation engineering and technology field
2 - General structure and components of rehabilitation systems and devices
3 - Common rehabilitation systems sensors and their interfacing circuitry
4 - Common rehabilitation systems actuators and their control circuitry
5 - Bio-signals and human motor function measurement and adequate signal processing circuitry
6 - Telemetry and wireless control in rehabilitation devices
7 - User interfaces and control components for disabled people
8 - Mechanical and motion transmission components commonly used in rehabilitation systems and devices
9 - Weight supporting mechanisms commonly used in rehabilitation systems and devices
10 - Basics of rehabilitation robotics and exoskeletons anatomy and working principles
11 - Basics and applications of reverse engineering, rapid prototyping and 3D printing in rehabilitation engineering
12 - Selected new material sciences and advancements for rehabilitation engineering
1 - Lectures
2 - Videos
3 - Readings and case studies
1 - N/A
Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
First mid-term exam Middle of semester 25
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Books and References
Course note Lecture Notes and Slides, by: Dr. Ahmed Issa, Al Azhar University – Gaza
Essential books Selected Chapters from: Rory A. Cooper, Hisaichi Ohnabe, Douglas A. Hobson, An
Introduction to Rehabilitation Engineering, 2007, Taylor & Francis.
Selected Chapters from: Rory A. Cooper, Rehabilitation Engineering Applied to Mobility and
Manipulation, 1995, IoP Publishing.
Selected Chapters from: Sad?k Kara, A Roadmap of Biomedical Engineers and Milestones,
2012, InTech.
Selected Chapters from: Shane (S.Q.) Xie, Advanced Robotics for Medical Rehabilitation
Current State of the Art and Recent Advances, 2016, Springer.
Selected Chapters from: John J. Graig, Introduction to Robotics Mechanics and Control, 3rd
Edition, 2005, Pearson Prentice Hall.
Selected Chapters from: Chua C. K., Leong K. F., Lim C. S., Rapid Prototyping Principles
and Applications, 2nd Edition, 2003, World Scientific.
Recommended books Giulio E. Lancioni, Jeff Sigafoos, Mark F. O’Reilly, Nirbhay N. Singh, Assistive Technology:
Interventions for Individuals with Severe/Profound and Multiple Disabilities, 2013, Springer.
Giorgio Sandrini, Volker Homberg, Leopold Saltuari, Nicola Smania, Alessandra Pedrocchi,
Advanced Technologies for the Rehabilitation of Gait and Balance Disorders, 2018, Springer.
Carlos A. Cifuentes, Anselmo Frizera, Human-Robot Interaction Strategies for
Walker-Assisted Locomotion, 2016, Springer.
Other References Recorded lecture videos, scientific conference and journal papers and case-studies
(Periodical, web sites,
.... etc.)
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Knowledge and Skills Matrix
Main Course Contents Study Week Knowledge and Intellectual Skills Professional Skills General Skill
Understanding
Introduction to rehabilitation 1 A1 B1 - D1
engineering and technology
field
General structure and 1 A2 B1 N/A D1
components of rehabilitation
systems and devices
Common rehabilitation 2-3 A3 B2, B3 C1, C2 D2
systems sensors and their
interfacing circuitry
Common rehabilitation 4-5 A3 B2, B3 C3, C4 D2
systems actuators and their
control circuitry
Bio-signals and human motor 6 A4 B2, B3, B4 C5 D1, D2
function measurement and
adequate signal processing
circuitry
Telemetry and wireless 7 A5 B2, B3, B4, B5 C1 D1, D2
control in rehabilitation
devices
User interfaces and control 8 A5 B2, B3, B4 C1 D1, D2
components for disabled
people
Mechanical and motion 9-10 A6 B2, B3 C1 D2
transmission components
commonly used in
rehabilitation systems and
devices
Weight supporting 11 A6 B2, B3 C1 D1, D2
mechanisms commonly used
in rehabilitation systems and
devices
Basics of rehabilitation 12-13 A7 B1, B4, B5 N/A D1, D2
robotics and exoskeletons
anatomy and working
principles
Basics and applications of 14 A8 B4, B5 N/A D2
reverse engineering, rapid
prototyping and 3D printing in
rehabilitation engineering
Selected new material 15 A9 B4, B5 N/A D1, D2
sciences and advancements
for rehabilitation engineering
1 - 1 - Acquire knowledge of freelancing basics, skillset, and marketplace. 2 - Identify the main issues about the
dynamics of working remotely. 3 - Build professional brand. 4 - Manage client interactions
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Intended Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding
* 1. Step-by-step guide from a top 3% rated freelancer on Upwork 2. Build
a side hustle or a full-time home business that can replace your 9 to 5 job. 3.
Create winning proposals that ensure you land high-paying, long-term
clients to achieve freelance success. 4. How to build a rockstar Upwork
profile that stands out and ranks organically 5. Build relationships with
clients so that you can earn recurring income from your freelance business.
6. Skills needed for freelancing success in the business and tech sectors,
including disciplines like web development, product management, and
software development. 7. Learn in-demand freelance skills from scratch
including digital marketing, copywriting, graphic design, SEO, and web
development. 8. Tips & tricks to improve productivity, success, and growth.
* Knowledge: Acquire knowledge required to manage client interaction.
* Knowledge: Identify the main issues about the dynamics of working remotely.
* Application: Demonstrate competency in building a professional brand
content.
Intellectual Skills
* Application: Manage client interactions. * Application: Demonstrate
competency in using marketplace websites to land on jobs
Professional Skills
* Evaluation: Compare different freelancing marketplace
General Skill
* Application: Apply the skillset learned in this course to land on a freelancing
project
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Course Contents
1 - Introduction To Freelance Work: Pre-Test; Introduction; Success Stories; Freelance Concepts And
Definitions; What Is The Freelancing And How Does It Work? Pros And Cons Of Freelance Work;
Freelancing Vs Entrepreneurship; Freelance Work Requirements; Main Freelancing Platforms; And Most
In-Demand Technical Skills. What You Need To Start Freelancing: Discover Your Selling Skills; Best
Resources For Self-Development; Required Tools And Skills For Freelancing Work; Time Management; Time
Management Techniques; Pricing Methods; And Practice Self-Branding: How To Find Your Unique Selling
Point? How To Create A Successful Profile On Different Platforms; Personal Photo; Cover Page; Overview;
Work Experience; Your Portfolio; And Practice On Different Platforms Such As (Mostaql, Freelancer,
Upwork, Peopleperhour, Social Media). Searching And Applying For Jobs On Mostaql Platform: How To Get
A Payment Method? Buyer Persona; Developing A Successful Profile On Mostaql; Searching For Jobs;
Developing A Wining Proposal And Applying For Jobs; Jobs To Avoid; And Getting Paid. Searching And
Applying For Jobs On Freelancer.Com: Developing A Successful Profile On Freelancer.Com; Memberships;
Payment Methods; Getting A Free Membership On Freelancer.Com; Searching For Jobs; Jobs To Avoid;
Developing A Wining Proposal And Applying For Jobs; Working On Different Types Of Projects (Fixed And
Hourly Rate); Dealing With Different Types Of Clients; And Getting Paid. Searching And Applying For Jobs
On Upwork.Com: Developing A Successful Profile On Upwork; Searching For Jobs By Using Advanced
Search And Filters (Tips Versus Tricks); Working On Different Types Of Projects (Fixed And Hourly Rate);
Jobs To Avoid; Developing A Wining Proposal And Applying For Jobs; Getting Paid; And Tips Versus Tricks.
Searching And Applying For Jobs On PPH.Com: Developing A Successful Profile On PPH.Com; Searching
For Jobs By Using Advanced Search; Jobs To Avoid; Developing A Wining Proposal And Applying For Jobs;
Getting Paid; And Tips Versus Tricks. Getting Jobs Through Social Media: How To Create A Stunning
Profile On Different Social Media Platforms; Create Facebook Marketing Strategy; Facebook Pages;
Insights; Twitter; How Does Twitter Work? Ten Ways To Increase Your Followers; Linked In; How To Write
Headline And Summary; And Search And Applying For Jobs.
2 - Profile module – building a rockstar freelance profile • Upwork intro& fees • Signing Up for Upwork • How To
Build a Profile That Stands Out • Understanding Upwork Profile Settings • How To Build Highly Targeted
Specialized Profiles • Exercise: Build Your Upwork Profile & Case Studies Deals Module - finding and
closing high ticket clients • Deals Module Introduction • Profitable Freelance Sales Process • How To Find
The Best Freelance Jobs • How To Create Winning Proposals • How To Be An Excellent Communicator •
How To Structure Profitable Deals • Negotiating & Closing Deals • Landing Your First Clients •
Exercise: Submit & Share Your First Proposal! Growth module – managing and scaling your freelance
business. • Growth Module Introduction • How To Manage & Retain Long-Term Clients • How To Bundle &
Upsell Your Services • Scaling To Multiple Clients • Imposter Syndrome • How To Master Freelance
Finances • How To Grow Your Freelance Business Developer module – deep dive in freelancing for
developers • Becoming a Freelance Developer • Freelance Developer Sales Process • Top Freelance
Development and IT Projects • Shopify Development Skill • WordPress Website Development Skill • Data
Visualization Development Skill • Machine Learning Development Skill • Cybersecurity and Data
Protection Development Skill • Front-End Development • Back-End Development • Full Stack
Development • Freelance Developer Career Advice • What If You Have No Coding Experience? • Finding
Jobs and Pricing Your Services • Researching What Other Freelancers in Your Field Are Charging • Sending
Proposals as a Developer • Nailing the Interview Skills module – profitable freelance skills • Skills
Module Introduction • Choosing a Profitable Skill • Copywriting Demo • Graphic Design Demo • Social
Media Demo • Email Marketing Demo • Website Design Demo • Online Ads Demo • Search Engine
Optimization Demo • BONUS: Managing & Scaling Online Ad Campaigns Success module – setting
yourself up for freelance success. • Success Module Introduction • How To Be Massively Productive •
How To Build Your Personal Brand • The Basics of Selling • Understanding The Price Myth • The
Power of The Phone • Freelancing Key Success Factors Mindset module – developing a millionaire
mindset. • Mindset Module Introduction • How Freelancing Can Change Your Life • How to Establish
Your WHY • Massive Action vs. Law of Attraction • The Power of Positivity • How to Stay Motivated
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Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
Mid-Term Exam Week 8 40%
Essential books Write Now!: The Guide to Making it in Freelance Writing. Publication Date: March 8, 2019
The Essential Guide to Freelance Writing: How to Write, Work, and Thrive on Your Own
Terms. Publisher: Writers Digest Books (November 16, 2015)
Recommended books The Freelance Manifesto: A Field Guide for the Modern Motion Designer. Publisher:
Lioncrest Publishing (May 31, 2017). The Ultimate Guide to Starting a Freelance Web
Design Business. Publisher: iThemes (June 21, 2015).
Other References How to Succeed as a Freelance Translator, Third Edition Publisher: Two Rat Press
(Periodical, web sites, (February 2, 2016)
.... etc.)
1 - This course is aimed to introduce the most common and important assistive technologies (ATs) that target all
types of disabilities (mobility, sensory, cognitive, developmental, nurological, physical, etc.). It also introduced
the low-tech, med-tech, and high-tech assistive technologies that ares used for rehabilitation based on
classification and types of disabilities.
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Course Contents
1 - - Definition of ATs, adaptive technology, and rehabilitation.
2 - - Classification and types of disabilities.
3 - - Types of assistive technologies
4 - - Low-tech, mid-tech, and high-tech assistive technologies
5 - - ATs for mobility, communication, environmental interaction, eduction, employment.
6 - - Wearable and non-invasive ATs
7 - - How to select the suitable ATs
8 - - Outcomes of ATs
9 - - Ethical issues in ATs.
Essential books Assistive Technologies for Physical and Cognitive Disabilities by Lau Bee Theng (z-lib.org)
1 - This an elective course offered for the 4th and 5th year Mechatronics Engineering program students
2 - It is aimed to give students knowledge in the field of Hydraulics and Pneumatics system
3 - Understand the main components of the hydraulic and pneumatic systems
4 - Design hydraulic and pneumatic circuits.
5 - Design and understand the electro-hydraulic and electro-pneumatic circuits.
6 - Expose students to state-of-the-art engineering knowledge, concepts, techniques and developments
7 - Equip students with practical skills and life-long learning abilities
8 - The exact course objectives and contents aredetermined by the department when the course is offered as an
elective for the Mechatronics Engineering students
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Course Contents
1 - Main course contents and its ILO(s) mapping are determined by theengineering department when the course
is offered as an elective for the Mechatronics Engineering students
Students Assessment
Assessment Method TIME MARKS
First mid-term exam 6th week 20
Course note Determined by the lecturer and engineering department when the course is offered
Main Course Contents Study Week Knowledge and Intellectual Skills Professional Skills General Skill
Understanding
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