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National Center for Academic Accreditation and Evaluation

ATTACHMENT 3.

T4. PROGRAM SPECIFICATIONS

Bachelor of Science in Mathematics

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Program Specifications, Ramadan 1438H, June 2017. Page 1

National Commission for Academic Accreditation & Assessment

Program Specifications

Institution: King Saud University Date: 1438/1439H

College/Department College of Science / Department of Mathematics

Dean/Department Head: Prof. Nasser Aldaghri / Dr. Badr Alqahtani

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List all branches/locations offering this program

Branch 1. Main Campus at Diriyah for males and females

Branch 2. ________________________________________________________________________

Branch 3. ________________________________________________________________________

Branch 4. ________________________________________________________________________

A. Program Identification and General Information

1. Program title and code: Bachelor of Science in Mathematics / MATH.

2. Total credit hours needed for completion of the program:136 credit hours

3. Award granted on completion of the program: Bachelor of Science in Mathematics.

4. Major tracks/pathways or specializations within the program (eg. transportation or structural

engineering within a civil engineering program or counselling or school psychology within a

psychology program)

Mathematics only. 5. Intermediate Exit Points and Awards (if any) (eg. associate degree within a bachelor degree

program)

Not applicable. 6. Professional occupations(licensed occupations, if any) for which graduates are prepared. (If there

is an early exit point from the program (eg. diploma or associate degree) include professions or

occupations at each exit point)

1- Mathematicians hold positions in governmental ministries, institutions, and private

sectors that require mathematical skills. In particular in: Ministry of Finance, Saudi

Arabian Monetary Agency, General Organization for Social Insurance, Central

Department of Statistics and Information, Public Pension Agency, Banks, Research

Centers, ARAMCO, SABIC.

2- Meritorious students pursue higher studies and ultimately join as faculty in colleges,

technical colleges and universities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and other similar

international institutions.


7. (a) New Program Planned starting date

(b) Continuing Program Yes Year of most recent major program review 1429H(2008G)

List recent major review or accreditation contracts.

1. The German Accreditation Agency, ASIIN.

2. The National Commission for Academic Accreditation & Assessment, NCAAA.

3. The German Accreditation Agency; ASIIN.

8. Name of program chair or coordinator. If a program chair or coordinator has been appointed for

the female section as well as the male section, include names of both.

Department Chairman: Dr. Badr S. Al-Qahtani.

Deputy Chairman for female section: Dr. Sarah. Al-Zaid

9. Date of approval by the authorized body (MOE).

Campus Branch/Location Approval By Date

1: Main Campus/Deriyea Royal Decree 19/4/1377H (1958)

2:

3:

4:

B. Program Context

1. Explain why the program was established.

a. Summarize economic reasons, social or cultural reasons, technological developments, national

policy developments or other reasons.

High demand for duly qualified graduates from the Department of Mathematics to fill the

positions in the areas mentioned in A- 6 above.

Increasing interest of the local community in higher education.

b. Explain the relevance of the program to the mission and goals of the institution.

The program is designed to meet the developmental needs of the Kingdom in all domains

relevant to Mathematics and its applications, and this is one of the main objectives of the

college of science which in turn is closely related to KSU mission.


2. Relationship (if any) to other programs offered by the institution/college/department.

a. Does this program offer courses that students in other programs are required to take? Yes X

No

If yes, what has been done to make sure those courses meet the needs of students

in the other programs?

1- Analyzing students’ evaluation of these courses

2- Coordination with the relevant departments

b. Does the program require students to take courses taught by other departments? Yes X

No

If yes, what has been done to make sure those courses in other departments meet the needs of

students in this program?

1- Analyzing students evaluation of these courses

2- Coordination with the relevant departments

3. Do students who are likely to be enrolled in the program have any special needs or characteristics?

(eg. Part time evening students, physical and academic disabilities, limited IT or language skills).

Yes No X

4. What modifications or services are you providing for special needs applicants?

Not applicable


C. Mission, Goals and Objectives

1. Program Mission Statement (insert).

To produce competitive graduates and to equip them with basic mathematical knowledge and concepts

and proper thinking skills to meet the developmental needs of the society through a suitable study plan,

qualified faculty and stimulating scientific environment.

2. List Program Goals (e.g. long term, broad based initiatives for the program, if any)

Offering excellent education in Mathematics and its applications.

Establishing environment supporting high quality research.

Providing community services in the domain of Mathematics.

3. List major objectives of the program within to help achieve the mission. For each measurable objective describe

the measurable performance indicators to be followed and list the major strategies taken to achieve the objectives.

Measurable Objectives Measurable Performance Indicators Major Strategies

To produce competent

graduates in mathematics

capable of meeting the needs of

the labor market

1- Percentage of students to teaching

staff.

2-Percentage of teaching staff with

Ph.D. degree.

3-Graduates satisfaction rates about

program learning outcomes.

4-Percentage of graduates getting a

job within 6 months from graduation

5-Percentage of graduates getting a

job within year from graduation.

1.Well prepared curriculum

2. Qualified teaching staff

3. Modern learning resources

4. Availability of required

infrastructure.

5- Availability of suitable

extracurricular activities

To enhance skills of alumni in

creative thinking, decision

making and problem solving

1-Faculty satisfaction rates about

program learning outcomes

2-Employers satisfaction rates about

graduates’ competences.

To develop communication

and computer skills of the

graduates

Employers satisfaction rates about

graduates’ competences.

To prepare graduates for higher

studies

Percentage of graduates admitted in

postgraduate programs internally or

externally

To produce graduates capable

of continuous independent

learning and working

efficiently within different

working conditions

1-Employers satisfaction rates about

graduates’ competences 2-Graduates satisfaction rates about

program learning outcomes

To attract mathematically

talented students to the

program

Percentage of students admitted

through the talented students

program.

Provide suitable financial

incentives


D. Program Structure and Organization

1. Program Description: List the core and elective program courses offered each semester from

Prep Year to graduation using the below Curriculum Study Plan Table (A separate table is

required for each branch IF a given branch/location offers a different study plan).

A program or department manual should be available for students or other stakeholders and a copy of

the information relating to this program should be attached to the program specification. This

information should include required and elective courses, credit hour requirements and

department/college and institution requirements, and details of courses to be taken in each year or

semester.

Curriculum Study Plan Table

* Prerequisite – list course code numbers that are required prior to taking this course.

Level

Course

Code

Course Title

Required

or

Elective

Credit

Hours

* Pre-

Requisite

Courses

University,

College or

Department

Prep

(1st) Year

1st Year

Semester 1

CI 140

Learning, Thinking and

Research Skills

Required 3

- University

CHS 150 Health and Fitness Required 1 - University

ENG 140 English Language (1) (E) Required 8 - University

MATH 140

Introduction to

Mathematics(E)

Required 2

(2+0+0)

- University

Total Credit Hours 14 -

1st Year

Semester 2

CT 140 Computer Skills(E) Required 3 - University

MC 140 Communication Skills Required 2 - University

ENG 150 English Language (2) (E) Required 8 ENG 140 University

MATH 150 Differential Calculus(E) Required 3(3+0+0) MATH 140 University

ENT 101 Entrepreneurship Required 1 - University

Total Credit Hours 17 -

2nd Year

Semester 1


CSC 111 Computer programming (1) Required 4(3+2+1) CT140 Department

STAT 100 Introduction to Statistics Required 3(2+1+0) MATH 150 Department

MATH 111 Integral Calculus (E) Required 4(3+1+0) MATH 150 Department

MATH 131 Foundations of Mathematics Required 4(3+1+0) MATH 150 Department

University Requirement Required 2 - University

Total Credit Hours 17

2nd Year

Semester 2

STAT 105 Statistical Methods (E) Required 4(3+1+0) - Department

PHYS 101 General Physics (1) Required 4(3+0+1) - Department

MATH 201

Differential and Integral

Calculus (E)

Required 4(3+1+0) MATH 111 Department

MATH 202 Vector Calculus (E)

Required 4(3+1+0) MATH201

(Requisite)

Department

MATH 246 Linear Algebra Required 4(3+1+0) MATH 131 Department



Level

Course

Code

Course Title

Required

or Elective

Credit

Hours

* Pre-

Requisite

Courses

University,

College or

Department

3rd Year

Semester 1

MATH 225

Introduction to Differential

Equations (E)

Required 4(3+1+0)

MATH 201 Department

MATH 243 Number Theory Required 4(3+1+0) MATH 131 Department

MATH 352 Numerical Analysis (1) Required 4(3+1+0) MATH 246 Department

MATH 382 Real Analysis (1) (E) Required 4(3+1+0) MATH 201 Department



3rd Year

Semester 2

MATH 316 Mathematical Methods (E)

Required 4(3+1+0)

MATH 202+

MATH 225

Department

MATH 343 Group Theory

Required 4(3+1+0)

MATH 243+

MATH 246

Department

MATH 373 Introduction to Topology (E) Required 4(3+1+0) MATH 382 Department


Elective Course Required 4 - Department


4th Year

Semester 1

MATH 425

Partial Differential Equations

(E)


MATH 431

Combinatorics and Graph

Theory (1)


MATH 441 Rings and Fields Required 4(3+1+0) MATH 343 Department

MATH 481 Real Analysis (2) (E) Required 4(3+1+0) MATH 481 Department


4th Year

Semester 2

MATH 473

Introduction to Differential

Geometry (E)

Required 4(3+1+0)

MATH 202+

MATH 246

Department

MATH 487 Complex Analysis (E) Required 4(3+1+0) MATH 382 Department

MATH 499 Research Project

Required 3(0+0+3)

Completion of

100 credit hour

Department


Elective Course Required 3 - Department



2. Required Field Experience Component (if any), e.g. (internship, cooperative

program, work experience).

Summary of practical, clinical or internship component required in the program. Note: see Field

Experience Specification

Not applicable

a. Brief description of field experience activity

No field experience activities took place in the year 36-37.

b. At what stage or stages in the program does the field experience occur? (eg. year, semester)

None

c. Time allocation and scheduling arrangement. (eg. 3 days per week for 4 weeks, full time for one

semester)

None

d. Number of credit hours (if any)

None

3. Project or Research Requirements (if any)

Summary of any project or thesis requirements in the program. (Other than projects or assignments

within individual courses) (A copy of the requirements for the project should be attached.)

a. Brief description

The topic of the research project depends on the courses completed by the student.

b. List the major intended learning outcomes of the project or research task.

Ability to use references and journals

Ability to collect and organize required data

Ability to undertake research work by investigating and analyzing mathematical results.

Ability to present the work

c. At what stage or stages in the program is the project or research undertaken? (e.g. year, semester)

After completing 100 credit hours.

d. Number of credit hours (if any)

3 credit hours.

e. Description of academic advising and support mechanisms for students.

A faculty member will be appointed as a supervisor for each student.

Weekly meeting for three hours between the student and his supervisor.


f. Description of assessment procedures (including mechanism for verification of standards)

The student provides the examiners with hard copies of the project.

The student presents and defends his project before the examiners

Finally, the deserved grade is awarded.

4. Learning Outcomes in Domains of Learning, Assessment Methods and Teaching

Strategy

Program Learning Outcomes, Assessment Methods, and Teaching Strategy work together and

are aligned. They are joined together as one, coherent, unity that collectively articulate a

consistent agreement between student learning and teaching.

The National Qualification Framework provides five learning domains. Learning outcomes

are required in the first four domains and sometimes are also required in the Psychomotor

Domain.

On the table below are the five NQF Learning Domains, numbered in the left column. For

Program Accreditation there are four learning outcomes required for knowledge and cognitive

skills. The other three domains require at least two learning outcomes. Additional learning

outcomes are suggested.

First, insert the suitable and measurable learning outcomes required in each of the learning

domains (see suggestions below the table). Second, insert supporting teaching strategies that

fit and align with the assessment methods and intended learning outcomes. Third, insert

appropriate assessment methods that accurately measure and evaluate the learning outcome.

Each program learning outcomes, assessment method, and teaching strategy ought to

reasonably fit and flow together as an integrated learning and teaching process.

NQF Learning Domains

and Learning Outcomes

Teaching

Strategies

Assessment

Methods

1.0 Knowledge

By completing the program, the graduates are expected to have sound mathematical knowledge, and

acquire a firm foundation of core mathematical disciplines.

1.1 Recall definitions of basic mathematical terms. 1. Lectures:

Build on what

students already

know.

Questioning in

classes

Quizzes

Two mid-terms

Final Exam


Present new

concepts and

principles in a

systematic way.

Use questioning to

involve students

actively in the

lecture.

2. Assign practice

exercises that vary in

difficulty for

discussion in tutorials

and provide feedback.

Homework

assignments.

1.2 State some fundamental mathematical theorems.

1.3 Describe methods of proof. 1.4 Describe mathematical techniques used for solving

applied problems.

2.0 Cognitive Skills

By completing the program, the student is expected to be able to:

2.1 Construct rigorous mathematical proofs with clear

identification of assumptions and conclusions.

In higher level

courses the students

are requested to

present short talks.

Give students a

variety of exercises

at different levels of

difficulty.

Give students

homework

assignments with the

purpose of extending

some theoretical

parts of the course.

In the last year the

students are

requested to submit

and present a

research project in a

Questioning in

classes, written

quizzes,

midterm exams and

final exam

2.2 Analyse and solve problems and reason logically 2.3

Recognize broad range of mathematics-related

problems, assess their solvability and solve them.

2.4

Recognise analogies and different patterns. 2.5 Create mathematical models for some problems in

other areas of science or everyday life, and solve

them using basic mathematical methods and

software.


certain advanced

topic.

3.0 Interpersonal Skills & Responsibility

By completing the program, the student is expected to be able to:

3.1 To study, learn and work independently. 1. Team work assignments

2. Encourage students to:

participate in class

discussion.

participate in college

and university

activities.

join department and

college committees.

Collective

discussions and

evaluation of

homework

assignments.

3.2 To work effectively in teams.

3.3 To meet deadlines and manage time properly. 3.4 To exhibit ethical behaviour and respect different

points of view.

4.0 Communication, Information Technology, Numerical

4.1 To present mathematics to others, both in oral and

written form clearly and in a well-organized manner.

Encourage students to:

give presentations.

participate in

competitions.

join university,

college and

department

committees.

use university,

college and

department

computing and

web sites facilities.

Evaluation of the

students' work.

4.2 To use IT facilities as an aid to mathematical

processes and for acquiring available information.

4.3 Use library to locate mathematical information.

5.0 Psychomotor

5.1 Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable

5.2


Program Learning Outcomes Mapping Matrix

Identify on the table below the courses that are required to achieve the program learning outcomes.

Insert the program learning outcomes, according to the level of instruction, from the above table below

and indicate the courses and levels that are required to teach each one; use your program’s course

numbers across the top and the following level scale. Levels: I = Introduction P = Proficient A =

Advanced (see help icon)

Course Offerings



Math 140

Math 150

Math

111

Math

131

Math

201

Math

202

Math

225

Math

243

Math

246

Math

316

Math

343

Math.

352

Math

373

Math

382

Math

425

Math

431

Math

441

Math

473

Math

481

Math

487

Math

499

1.0 Knowledge

1.1 Recall definitions of basic

mathematical terms.

I I I P P P P P P A A A A A A A A A A A A

1.2 State some fundamental

mathematical theorems.

I I P P P P P P A A A A A A A A A A A A

1.3 Describe methods of

proof.

P

1.4 Describe mathematical

techniques used for

solving applied problems.

P P P A A A A A


2.1 Construct rigorous

mathematical proofs with

clear identification of

assumptions and

conclusions.

P P P A A A A A A A A A A A A

2.2 Analyse and solve

problems and reason

logically

P P P P P P A A A A A A A A A A A A


2.3 Recognize broad range of

mathematics-related

problems, assess their

solvability and solve

them. Recognize

analogies and different

patterns.

I P P P P P A A A A A A A A A A A A

2.4 Create mathematical

models for some problems

in other areas of science

or everyday life, and solve

them using basic

mathematical methods and

software.

P A A A A A A A A A A A A

3.0 Interpersonal Skills &

Responsibility

3.1 To study, learn and work

independently.

I I I I P P P P P A A A A A A A A A A A A

3.2 To work effectively in

teams.


3.3 To meet deadlines and

manage time properly.



3.4 To exhibit ethical

behaviour and respect

different points of view


4.0 Communication,

Information

Technology, Numerical

4.1 To present mathematics to

others, both in oral and

written form clearly and in

a well-organized manner.

P P A A A A A A A A A A A A

4.2 To use IT facilities as an

aid to mathematical

processes and for

acquiring available

information.


4.3 Use library to locate

mathematical information.


5.0 Psychomotor

5.1

5.2


e

Elective mathematics Courses

Course Offerings

NQF Learning

Domains

and Learning

Outcomes

Math

379

Math

391

Math

426

Math

433

Math

436

Math

442 Math 453

Math

456

Math

466

Math

482

1.0 Knowledge

1.1 Recall definitions of

basic mathematical

terms.

A I A A A A A A A A

1.2 State some

fundamental

mathematical

theorems.

A I A A A A A A A A


proof. A I A A A A A A A A

1.4 Describe

mathematical

techniques used for

solving applied

problems.

A I A A A A A A



mathematical proofs

with clear

identification of

assumptions and

conclusions.

A A A A A A A A A


problems and reason

logically

A A A A A A A A A

2.3 Recognize broad

range of mathematics-

related problems,

assess their solvability

and solve them.

Recognize analogies

and different patterns.

A A A A A A A A A


models for some

problems in other

areas of science or

A A A A A A A


everyday life, and

solve them using

basic mathematical

methods and

software. 3.0 Interpersonal Skills &

Responsibility

3.1 To study, learn and

work independently. A A A A A A A A A A


teams.

A A A A A A A A A A


manage time properly. A A A A A A A A A A



different points of

view.

A A A A A A A A A A

4.0 Communication,

Information

Technology,

Numerical

4.1 To present

mathematics to

others, both in oral

and written form

clearly and in a well-

organized manner.

A A A A A A A A A A

4.2 To use IT facilities as

an aid to

mathematical

processes and for

acquiring available

information.

A A A A A A A A A A


mathematical

information.

A A A A A A A A A A

5.0 Psychomotor

5.1

5.2


Compulsory Courses from other Programs

Course Offerings



CI

140

CHS

150

ENG

140

ENT

101

CT

140

MC

140

ENG

150

STAT

100

STAT

105

PHYS

101

CSC

111

1.0 Knowledge


basic mathematical

terms.




proof.


techniques used for

solving applied

problems.



mathematical proofs with

clear identification of

assumptions and

conclusions.


problems and reason

logically

I I I I

2.3 Recognize broad range

of mathematics-related



them. Recognize


patterns.

I I I I



models for some

problems in other areas

of science or everyday

life, and solve them

using basic mathematical

methods and software.


Responsibility


independently. I I I I I I P I I I I


teams.

I I I I I I P I I I I


manage time properly. I I I I I I P I I I I



different points of view.

I I I I I I P I I I I

4.0 Communication,

Information


4.1 To present mathematics

to others, both in oral and

written form clearly and

in a well-organized

manner.


aid to mathematical

processes and for

acquiring available

information.

I I I P I I I I


mathematical

information.

I I I I P I I I I

5.0 Psychomotor

5.1

5.2

Elective Courses from other Programs


Course Offerings



STAT

215

PHYS

102

ECON

101

ECON

102

CSC

113

MGT

101

1.0 Knowledge


basic mathematical

terms.




proof.


techniques used for

solving applied

problems.



mathematical proofs

with clear identification

of assumptions and

conclusions.


problems and reason

logically

I I I I I I

2.3 Recognize broad range

of mathematics-related



them. Recognize


patterns.

I I I I I


models for some

problems in other areas

of science or everyday

life, and solve them

using basic

mathematical methods

and software.



Responsibility


independently. I I I I I I


teams.

I I I I I I


manage time properly. I I I I I I




I I I I I I

4.0 Communication,

Information



to others, both in oral

and written form clearly

and in a well-organized

manner.


aid to mathematical

processes and for

acquiring available

information.

I I I I I I


mathematical

information.

I I I I I I

5.0 Psychomotor

5.1

5.2


University Requirements

(The student selects four courses)

Course Offerings



IC

100

IC

101

IC

102

IC

103

IC

104

IC

105

IC

106

IC

107

IC

108

IC

109

1.0 Knowledge


basic mathematical

terms.




proof.


techniques used for

solving applied

problems.



mathematical proofs

with clear identification

of assumptions and

conclusions.


problems and reason

logically

2.3 Select and apply the

appropriate

mathematical method

needed for the solution

of a problem.

2.4 Explain the importance

of mathematics to solve

problems posed by the

others.


Responsibility


independently. I I I I I I I I I I



teams.

I I I I I I I I I I


manage time properly. I I I I I I I I I I




I I I I I I I A I I

4.0 Communication,

Information



to others, both in oral

and written form clearly

and in a well-organized

manner.


aid to mathematical

processes and for

acquiring available

information.


mathematical

information.

5.0 Psychomotor

5.1

5.2

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5. Admission Requirements for the program

Attach handbook or bulletin description of admission requirements including any course or experience

prerequisites.

These requirements are described in the attached department handbook, these requirements

are:

Requirements for enrolment in the College of Science.

Requirements set by the Department.

6. Attendance and Completion Requirements

Attach handbook or bulletin description of requirements for:

a. Attendance.

b. Progression from year to year.

c. Program completion or graduation requirements.

These requirements are available in the study plan, department handbook and displayed on the

website of the department.

a) For the attendance, the study in the program is completely full time, however an absence of a

percentage of 25% of the total attendance in a course with an official excuse is allowed.

b) The progression from year to year depends on the completion of all the courses in the two

semesters successfully.

c) The completion of the program requires the completion of 136 credit hours successfully .

E. Regulations for Student Assessment and Verification of Standards

What processes will be used for verifying standards of achievement (eg check marking of sample of tests

or assignments? Independent assessment by faculty from another institution) (Processes may vary for

different courses or domains of learning.)

Direct assessment methods:

a) Written exams.

b) Homework assignments.

c) Oral quizzes

d) Research project

Indirect assessment methods:

a) Final year students' survey

b) Alumni surveys

c) Students course evaluation


Check marking of a sample of students' answer sheets in the final exam by an independent

faculty member.

F Student Administration and Support

1. Student Academic Counselling

Describe the arrangements for academic counselling and advising for students, including both scheduling

of faculty office hours and advising on program planning, subject selection and career planning (which

might be available at college level).

Orient the sophomores at the beginning of the academic year.

Provide counselling to the students through Academic Guidance Unit in the department.

A weekly office schedule is displayed on each faculty member's office and a total of 10 hours are

specified for the students to provide them extra assistance and help in solving their academic

problems.

A follow-up committee exists in the department to look after the needs of the teaching assistant's

scholarship holders and the meritorious students.

Through the department handbook.

Through advertisement on the department website.

2. Student Appeals

Attach the regulations for student appeals on academic matters, including processes for consideration of

those appeals.

Ministry of education regulations,

University regulations of student's rights unit.

(http://www.ksu.edu.sa/sites/KSUArabic/Deanships/StudentsDeanships/law/Page)

G. Learning Resources, Facilities and Equipment

1a. What processes are followed by faculty and teaching staff for planning and acquisition of textbooks,

reference and other resource material including electronic and web based resources?

Textbooks and reference materials are chosen annually by specialized committees in the

department and finally approved by the department council.

Through authoring textbooks and translating standard books.

Subscribing in the data bases to serve the research purposes.

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1b. What processes are followed by faculty and teaching staff for planning and acquisition resources for

library, laboratories, and classrooms.

Textbooks and reference materials approved by the department council will be available in

an appropriate time by the book shop and the central library.

2. What processes are followed by faculty and teaching staff for evaluating the adequacy of textbooks,

reference materials and other resource provisions?

Reviewing the contents of these textbooks and reference materials by the specialized

committees of the department. 3. What processes are followed by students for evaluating the adequacy of textbooks, reference and

other resource provisions?

The department is in the process of setting up a questioner for evaluating textbooks and

reference materials by the students. 4. What processes are followed for textbook acquisition and approval?

The specialized committees of the department set up a list of textbooks and reference

material needed for their courses.

These lists are discussed and approved by the department council.


H. Faculty and other Teaching Staff

1. Appointments

Summarize the process of employment of new faculty and teaching staff to ensure that they are

appropriately qualified and experienced for their teaching responsibilities.

Jobs for the academic staff are advertised nationally and internationally through all kinds

of media (like internet , news papers and magazines and Saudi Cultural Offices), a

committee appointed by the department examine the applications and classifies them, those

to be considered for a position and those who do not meet the academic standards of the

department.

Generally, meritorious graduates are employed as teaching assistants in the department,

and then they are provided with scholarships for MS and Ph.D. program. After the

completion of the Ph.D. degree they are appointed as faculty members based on adjusting

the ratio of faculty members to students.

The employment criteria are based on qualifications and experiences.

2. Participation in Program Planning, Monitoring and Review

a. Explain the process for consultation with and involvement of teaching staff in monitoring program

quality, annual review and planning for improvement.

External committee is consulted for reviewing the program study plan.

The study plan committee of the department is responsible for reviewing the program and

report to the departmental council.

The study plans committee of the science college is responsible for reviewing the program

and report to the college council.

The development and quality committee in the department looks at the general course

reports and the results of 3 questioners conducted at the end of each semester; students

course evaluation, student program experience, graduates program evaluation, then this

committee reports its views and recommendations to the department council for planning

and improvement.

b. Explain the process of the Advisory Committee (if applicable)

Not applicable.

3. Professional; Development


What arrangements are made for professional development of faculty and teaching staff for:

a. Improvement of skills in teaching and student assessment?

Faculty members are encouraged to improve their skills in teaching through attending several

activities organized by the university through:

Workshops and training sessions conducted by the Deanship of Skills Development

Seminars, lectures and colloquium.

b. Other professional development including knowledge of research and developments in their field of

teaching specialty?

Sabbatical leaves

Conducting seminars and colloquium.

Attending national and international conferences.

Inviting distinguished professors.

4. Preparation of New Faculty and Teaching Staff

Describe the process used for orientation and induction of new, visiting or part time teaching staff to

ensure full understanding of the program and the role of the course(s) they teach as components within

it.

Workshops are conducted by the Deanship of Skills Development at the beginning of

every academic year for new faculty members.These workshop aims to provide the new

faculty with the necessary knowledge about KSU concerning the developmental projects,

academic services, and the fundamental skills for mastering college teaching.

Department handbook.

Meetings with heads of academic committees and course coordinators.

Orientation Program for newly appointed Saudi staff.

5. Part Time and Visiting Faculty and Teaching Staff

Provide a summary of Program/Department/College/institution policy on appointment of part time and

visiting teaching staff. (ie. Approvals required, selection process, proportion to total teaching staff, etc.)

Not applicable

I. Program Evaluation and Improvement Processes

1. Effectiveness of Teaching

a. What processes are used to evaluate and improve the strategies for developing learning outcomes in

the different domains of learning? (eg. assessment of learning achieved, advice on consistency with


learning theory for different types of learning, assessment of understanding and skill of teaching staff

in using different strategies)

Students course-evaluation

Peer to Peer observations.

Student experience evaluation form.

Graduates evaluation form.

b. What processes are used for evaluating the skills of faculty and teaching staff in using the planned

strategies?

Student's teacher-evaluation for each course at the end of every semester electronically

through the edugate.

2. Overall Program Evaluation

a. What strategies are used in the program for obtaining assessments of the overall quality of the

program and achievement of its intended learning outcomes:

(i) From current students and graduates of the program?

Analyzing graduate questionnaire about the quality of the program annually.

Analyzing the current student questionnaire about the quality of the program every

semester.

From independent advisors and/or evaluator(s)?.

Through reviewing the program by

Distinguished mathematicians in well-known academic institutions

International accreditation bodies

The national academic accreditation committee

(iii) From employers and/or other stakeholders.

Through a questionnaire form to obtain the opinions of employers about the quality of the

program.


Attachments:

1. Copies of regulations and other documents referred to in template preceded by a table of

contents.

2. Course specifications for all courses including field experience specification if applicable.

Authorized Signatures

Dean/Chair Name Title Signature Date

Program Chair

Main Campus

Dr. Badr Alqahtani Associate Professor

Program Chair

Branch 1

Program Chair

Branch 2

Program Chair

Branch 3

Program Chair

Branch 4

Documents

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