Academic Programs - College of Applied Sciences, salalah

Academic Programsin Colleges of Applied Sciences

2005 - 2013

A Guide for

Ministry of Higher Education

P.O. Box 1079, Postal Code 111Seeb- Sultanate of Oman

www.mohe.gov.om

Academic ProgramsIn the Colleges of Applied Sciences

2005 - 2013

A Guide for

His Majesty

Sultan Qaboos Bin SaidWe paid great attention to our completion of the infrastructure in the areas of education and training, and

so we completed the stages of the task to ensure that we prepare our children to participate in the construc-

tion and development of the country.»

“We live in an age of science and see the progress successive in all areas and to strengthen our certainty that

science and hard work the two together are ways to face the limitations of this era and the awakening of a

strong and prosperous on the basis of Islamic values and civilization”

“His Majesty famously said that let there be education even if it is under the shades of trees. Based on this

famous saying, Ministry of Higher Education is constantly striving towards the higher education of high

quality that meets the requirements of sustainable development.”

Praise to Allah, Lord of the World, and Peace be Upon His Prophet Mohammed, His Ances-

tors and all Companions.

I would like to welcome everyone to log on and review the content of the Ministry of

Higher Education (MoHE) website as it keeps pace with the ongoing development of

information and communication systems. I am confident this comprehensive state-of-

the-art website provides the best integrated e-services and is a source of clear and

comprehensive information needed by the public, including students, their parents,

academics and other visitors. The MoHE website is characterized by ease of browsing and

quick access to information and services.

In closing, I take the opportunity to express thanks and appreciation to all those who

took part in the preparation of this excellent website. Surely, Allah is the source of

success.

Dr Rawya Al-Busaidi

Minister of Higher Education

Subject Page

* Foundation Program 11

* International Business Administration Bachelors International Business Administration Tourism Management Hospitality Management Accounting

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* Information of Technology Bachelors Software Development Computer Networks IT Security Data Management

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* Communication Studies Bachelors Advertising International Communication Digital Media Public Relations Journalism Media Management

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* Design Bachelors Graphic Design Spatial Design Digital Design

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* Engineering Bachelors Mechanical Engineering

Chemical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

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* Applied Biotechnology Bachelors Marine Applied Biotechnology Major

Food and Agriculture Applied Biotechnology Major

Environmental Applied Biotechnology Major

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* Course Description Foundation Bachelors

The College Requirement Courses

Diploma Degree Bachelors

IBA Bachelors

Information Technology Bachelors

Communication Studies Bachelors

Design Bachelors

Engineering Bachelors

Applied Biotechnology Bachelors

Foreign Languages

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Colleges of Applied Sciences

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FOUNDATION PROGRAM(2005-2010)

1. COURSE STRUCTURE

The proposed Foundation Program offers an integrated English and Study Skills course, and separate Maths and

Computer Skills courses. These components are described below.

Code Name Credit hours Contact hours/week Prerequisite

ENGL 4001 General English Skills: Elementary 0 20 None

ENGL 5001 General English Skills: Pre-intermediate 0 11 Pass in ENGL 4001 or equivalent PT entry score

ENGL 5002 Academic English Skills: Pre-intermediate 0 9 Pass in ENGL 4001 or equivalent PT entry score

ENGL 6001 General English Skills: Intermediate 0 11Pass in ENGL 5001 or equivalent PT entry score

Pass in ENGL 5002 or equivalent PT entry score

ENGL 6002 Academic English Skills: Intermediate 0 9Pass in ENGL 5001 or equivalent PT entry score


COMP 4001 Computer Skills: Basic 0 2 None

COMP 5001 Computer Skills: Advanced 0 2 Pass in COMP 4001 or equivalent PT entry score

MATH 4001 Basic Maths 0 4 None

MATH 5001 Applied Maths 0 3 Pass in MATH 4001 or equivalent PT entry score

MATH 5002 Pure Maths 0 3 Pass in MATH 4001 or equivalent PT entry score

2. ENTRY/RE-ENTRY

2.1. EnglishInitial entry will be determined by

placement testing carried out in

September. Students will be sorted

into four groups.

Elementary (equivalent of

IELTS 3.0 or below)Level C

Pre-intermediate (IELTS 3.5) Level B

Intermediate (IELTS 4.0) Level A

(IELTS 4.5) To English Challenge Test

Students who pass the Challenge

Test will enter Year 1. Those who fail

enter Level A. Students who take

and fail the English component of

Foundation will be permitted to re-

enter within one academic year on

passing the English Challenge Test,

which will be administered prior to

the Autumn and Spring semesters.

2.2. MathsInitial entry will be determined by



into three groups.

Insufficient score in Basic Maths

TestBasic Maths

Sufficient score in Basic Maths

Test Insufficient score in Applied/

Pure Maths Test

Applied Maths or

Pure Maths


Test Sufficient score in Applied/

Pure Maths Test

To Maths Challenge

Test



enter Applied or Pure Maths.

Students who take and fail the

Maths component of Foundation

will be permitted to re-enter within

one academic year on passing the

Maths Challenge Test which will be

administered prior to the Autumn

and Spring semesters.

2.3. Computer SkillsInitial entry will be determined by



into three groups.

Insufficient score in Basic

Computer Skills TestComputer Skills: Basic

Insufficient score in Advanced

Computer Skills Test

Computer Skills:

Advanced

Sufficient score in Advanced


To Computer Skills

Challenge Test



enter Computer Skills: Advanced.

Students who take and fail the Com-

puter Skills component of Founda-

tion will be permitted to re-enter

within one academic year on pass-

ing the Computer Skills Challenge

Test which will be administered

prior to the Autumn and Spring se-

mesters.

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FOUNDATION PROGRAM (2011)

1. COURSE STRUCTURE

The Foundation Program offers an integrated English and Study Skills course, and separate Maths and Computer

Skills courses. These components are described below.

Code Name Cr/ hrs Contact hours/week Prerequisite

ENGL 3001 General English Skills: Beginner 0 20 None

ENGL 4001 General English Skills: Elementary 0 20 None

ENGL 5001 General English Skills: Pre-intermediate 0 11 Pass in ENGL 4001 or equivalent PT entry score

ENGL 5002 Academic English Skills: Pre-intermediate 0 9 Pass in ENGL 4001 or equivalent PT entry score

ENGL 6001 General English Skills: Intermediate 0 11Pass in ENGL 5001 or equivalent PT entry score


ENGL 6002 Academic English Skills: Intermediate 0 9Pass in ENGL 5001 or equivalent PT entry score


COMP 4001 Computer Skills: Basic 0 2 None

COMP 5001 Computer Skills: Advanced 0 2 Pass in COMP 4001 or equivalent PT entry score

MATH 4001 Basic Maths 0 4 None

MATH 5001 Applied Maths 0 3 Pass in MATH 4001 or equivalent PT entry score

MATH 5002 Pure Maths 0 3 Pass in MATH 4001 or equivalent PT entry score

FOUNDATION

LEVEL D LEVEL C LEVEL B LEVEL A

Course contact Pre-Re

ENGL3001 20 Non

Course contact Pre-Req

ENGL4001 20 ENGL3001

MATH4001 4 Non

COM P4001 2 Non


ENGL5001 10/11 ENGL4001

ENGL 5001 9/10 ENGL4001

MATH5001 3 ENGL4001

COMP5001 2 COMP4001


ENGL6001 10/11 ENGL5001

ENGL5002ENGL6002 9/10

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2. ENTRY/ RE-ENTRY

2.1 English

Initial entry will be determined by



into four groups.

General English Skills: Beginner Level D

Elementary

(equivalent of IELTS 3.0 or below)Level C

Pre-intermediate (IELTS 3.5) Level B

Intermediate (IELTS 4.0) Level A

(IELTS 4.5) To English Challenge Test



enter Level A.

Students who take and fail the Eng-

lish component of Foundation will

be permitted to re-enter within one

academic year on passing the Eng-

lish Challenge Test, which will be ad-

ministered prior to the Autumn and

Spring semesters.

2.2 MathsInitial entry will be determined by placement testing carried out in September. Students will be sorted

into three groups.


Maths TestBasic Maths


Test Insufficient score in

Applied/Pure Maths Test

Applied Maths or Pure

Maths

Sufficient score in Basic

Maths Test Sufficient score in

Applied/Pure Maths Test

To Maths Challenge

Test

Students who pass the Challenge Test will enter Year 1. Those who fail enter Applied or Pure Maths.

Students who take and fail the Maths component of Foundation will be permitted to re-enter within one academic year on passing the Maths Challenge Test which will be administered prior to the Autumn

and Spring semesters.

2.3 Computer Skills

Initial entry will be determined by



into three groups.



Computer Skills:

Basic

Insufficient score in Advanced


Computer Skills:

Advanced

Sufficient score in Advanced


To Computer Skills

Challenge Test



enter Computer Skills: Advanced.

Students who take and fail the Com-

puter Skills component of Founda-

tion will be permitted to re-enter

within one academic year on pass-

ing the Computer Skills Challenge

Test which will be administered

prior to the Autumn and Spring se-

mesters.

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Global Business is everywhere

among us. No matter if in multi-

national companies or in national

businesses, in the public or private

sector, in enterprises or in non-profit

organizations, in industry or in the

service sector- globalization con-

cerns everyone. Such an environ-

ment needs people, who do not only

have the basics of management,

but also understand how to move

in a diverse, multicultural world. In

this context, the Bachelor of Inter-

national Business Administration

program provides an educational

response to the transformation of

many businesses in this dynamic

region into global enterprises, and

will prepare students to succeed in

the global business environment.

The irresistible forces of globaliza-

tion also pose challenges especially

for small open economies. How can

a country like Oman, with a small

population and striving to make

the transition from oil dependence

to a diversified economy ,sustain

high living standards? The answer

is to look outside of Oman, which

has been the case under the leader-

ship of His Majesty Sultan Qaboos

bin Said that has changed Oman’s

destiny, putting it firmly on a course

for comprehensive development

in every sphere of life. His Majesty’s

firm belief is also that this process

can be enhanced through the pow-

er of education which is highlighted

in the teachings of the Holy Quran:

“the ignorant are not equal to those

who know.Therefore, the pathway

towards “openness” requires Oma-

nis to understand the importance

of International Business in order to

support Oman’s economic develop-

ment and to further its integration

into the world economy by prepar-

ing highly competent, international-

ly-oriented business leaders capable

of working within the Omani eco-

InternationalBusiness Administration Bachelors

International Business Administration, (BIBA) with majors / specializations that are offered in

Nizwa College International Business Administration

Tourism Management

Hospitality Management

Accounting

Salalah College

Rustaq College

nomic environment, while adapt-

ing to the driving forces of business

globalization, international compe-

tition, and international Bachelor

in International Business Admin-

istration qualification would help

aspiring international managers in

Oman with the transformation of

their business and their country .The

Colleges of Applied Sciences (CAS)

under the auspices of the Ministry

of Higher Education (MOHE), offer-

ing International Business programs

are based in Salalah, Nizwa, Ibri and

Rustaq. The following programs of

study are offered by the BIBA centre

of specializations:B.Sc.

The four years BIBA Program re-

quires students to accumulate 128

credit hours that include: 36 hours

College requirements, 35 Depart-

ment requirements, and 57 Speciali-

zation requirements (18 credit hours

as electives).

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New specialization /majors such as:

Supply Chain Management, Market-

ing ,Banking & Financial Services

Management are under planning

stage.

Graduates Attributes and skills

Academic and Professional Knowl-

edge, Communication Skills, Team-

work and Leadership, Information

Technology (IT) Literacy, Global Per-

spective and Cross-cultural Adapt-

ability, Critical and Analytical Think-

ing, Social Responsibility and Ethics,

Entrepreneurial Aptitude, Life-Long

Learning, Research Skills.

International BusinessAdministration

International Business is the field of

management that deals with busi-

ness activities that cross national

boundaries and deals the movement

of goods, services, capital, technol-

ogy and personnel .The dramatic

liberalization that has occurred in

Oman in recent years means the rel-

evant competitive arena for many

organizations is now an internation-

al one .Oman’s future dependence

on international trade, growing links

within the Asia Pacific Rim and prod-

uct diversification means the quality

and appropriateness of internation-

al business management education

will be important influences on its

international competitiveness.

Career Opportunities

International Trade Policy Advisor,

International Trade Analyst, Interna-

tional Counsellor or Adviser, Indus-

trial Development Analyst, Business

Development Advisor, Management

Positions, MNEs, SMEs, International

Marketing Analyst, International

Business Consulting and Interna-

tional Corporate Assignments.

Prospective Employers: Internation-

al and Government Organizations,

Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade,

Ministry of National Economy, Min-

istry of Tourism, Multinational En-

terprises, Small-Medium sized Firms

Operating Internationally, Industry

and manufacturing sector, Omani

Centre for Investment Promotion

and Export Development, Oman

Chamber of Commerce and Industry

and Import/Export Operators

Tourism Management

The study of tourism involves de-

scribing, explaining and forecasting

the intentions, activities and experi-

ences of people in leisure and travel

pursuits ,as well as understanding

the social, cultural and environmen-

tal implications of tourism activity.

The rapid growth of domestic and

international tourism has led to an

increasing demand for graduates

who have a functional and criti-

cal understanding of tourism in its

wider social, cultural, economic, and

political contexts.


Tourism Operations Manager, Ho-

tel and Resort Manager, Regional

or National Tourism Planner, Local

Authority Policy Analyst in Tourism,

Environmental Planning Researcher,

Events Planner, Outdoor Leisure

Manager, Tourism Consultant , Air-

lines marketing, travel agencies and

tour operations, tourism entrepre-

neur.

Hospitality Management

Hospitality management is interna-

tionally defined as being the man-

agement of any business that sup-

plies food, drink or accommodation

for those away from home. This in-

cludes resorts, hotels, motels, recre-

ation and holiday parks ,conference

and convention centres, restaurants,

cafes and other related industries

that deal with tourism and leisure.


Front Office Manager, Rooms Divi-

sion Manager, Food and Beverage

Manager ,Hotel Manager, Restau-

rant and Travel and Accommodation

Facilitator, Catering Services Manag-

er, Tourism Operator, Airlines Indus-

try and Financial Controller.

Accounting

Accounting is the one of the high

potential and fastest-growing ar-

eas in the business management.

Accounting is a core business spe-

cialty that can open up career op-

portunities in Corporate Reporting,

Taxation, Management and Business

Communications across a variety of

industries. Accounting specializa-

tion can help the student earn the

in-depth education required to step

into a variety of accounting careers.

Accounting Profession and vari-

ous Accounting related jobs in the

labour market had already been

marked for Omanization in the Sul-

tanate of Oman.

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Secondly, Oman has started Pro-

fessional Accounting Institution in

Cooperation with Institute of Char-

tered Accountants of India, Institute

of Cost and Management Account-

ants of India ACCA and American

Institute of management Account-

ants .Therefore, the need for IBA

Accounting degree is of prime im-

portance.The specialization aims to

equip students with the necessary

skills to perform a wide range of

accounting activities in addition to

developing a sound business educa-

tion. This specialization will provide

a strong foundation that will either

allow the student to enter into the

workforce or apply their learning to

more advanced degrees.


Accountants can specialize in differ-

ent businesses or fields, according

to particular accounting functions.

Accounting career can be divided

into four major fields as:

Public Accountants

Management Accountants

Government Accountants

Auditors and Internal Auditors

With the Accounting specialization,

students will be prepared to pursue

career as a public, corporate, or gov-

ernment accountant in a position

such as financial analyst, forensic

accountant, information technology

specialist, international accountant,

management or tax consultant.

International Business Administration Program Requirement (1st year & 2nd year)*

Semester 1 Semester 2

Course code& No Course TitleCredit

HoursPrerequisites Course code& No Course Title

Credit

HoursPrerequisites

ENGL 1111 English for Academic Purposes (1) 4 ENGL1222 English for Academic Purposes (2) 4 ENGL 1111

INFT 1101 IT Fundamental 3 COMP5001 TUHS 1401 Introduction to Tourism & Hospitality 3

COMM 1201 Introduction to Communications 3 ACCT 1401 Fundamentals of Accounting 3

BUSN 1400 Business Fundamentals 3 ARAB1100 Arabic Language Skills 3

MATH 1004 Mathematics for International Business Administration 2 MATH5001 ISLM4410 Islamic Culture 3

Total 15 Total 16




Credit

HoursPrerequisites

MANG2401 Introduction to Management 3 BUSN 3401 International Business Environment 3

BUSN2401 Business Economics 3 BUSN 2402 Quantitative Methods for Business 3

MRKT2401 Marketing 3 MANG2402 World of Electronic Commerce 3

ENGL 2111 English for Academic Purposes (3) 3 ENGL1222 ENGL 2255 English for Specific Purposes (IBA) 3 ENGL2111

ACCT2403 Computerized Accounting 3 ACCT2402 Managerial Accounting 3

Total 15 Total 15

* All of the IBA students take the same courses in the first and second year *

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International Business Administration Major Requirement (3rd Year & 4th Year)



HoursPrerequisites Course code &No Course Title

Credit

HoursPrerequisites

ECON3401 Macroeconomics and the Global Economy 3 BUSN 2401 BUSN 3402 Business Law & Ethics 3

FINA 3401 Finance 3 ACCT 3403 International Accounting 3 ACCT2402

MANG2403 Operation Management 3 MANG4401 Strategic Management 3 MANG2401

MANG3401 International Human Resource Management 3 MANG 2401 ECON 3402 Omani Economy 2

BUSN3404 Entrepreneurship 3 RESR 2000 Introduction to Research Methods 3

Elective Course 3 Elective Course 3

Total 18 Total 17


Course code &No Course TitleCredit


Credit

HoursPrerequisites

BUSN 4403 International Business Strategy 3 MRKT4401 International Marketing 3 MRKT 2401

BUSN 4405 Economics of the Gulf Cooperation Council Countries 3 BUSN2401 FINA 4401 International Finance 3 FINA 3401

BUSN 3403 Business Communication & Public Relations 3 BUSN 4404 International Business Project 3 RESR2000

COMM3233 Interpersonal Skills 2 Electives Course 3

Elective Course 3 Electives Course 3

Elective Course 3

Total 17 Total 15

Tourism Management Major Requirement (3rd Year & 4th Year)




Credit

HoursPrerequisites

TUHS 3401 Introduction to Hospitality and Tourism Management 3 TOUR 3403 Destination Management and Marketing 3 MRKT 2401

TUHS 3404 Hospitality & Tourism Information Systems 3 TOUR 3401 Tourism Law & Ethics 3

TOUR 3404 Tourism, Management & the Environment 3 TOUR 3402 Tourism Package Operations 3 TUHS3401

TUHS 3403 Hospitality and Tourism Marketing 3 MRKT2401 ECON 3402 Omani Economy 2



Total 18 Total 17




Credit

HoursPrerequisites

TUHS 4401 Consumer Demand in Tourism and Hospitality 3 TUHS3401 TOUR 4402 Strategic Tourism Management 3 TUHS 3401

TUHS 4402 Hospitality & Tourism Investment Analysis 3 TUHS 4403 Entrepreneurship in Hospitality & Tourism 3 TUHS 3401

TOUR 4401 Tourism Impact Analysis 3 BUSN 2401 TOUR 4403 International Tourism Project 3 RESR 2000

COMM3233 Interpersonal Skills 2 Elective Course 3

Electives Course 3 Elective Course 3

Electives Course 3

Total 17 Total 15

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Hospitality Management Major Requirement (3rd Year & 4th Year)



HoursPrerequisites

Course code& No Course Title

Credit

HoursPrerequisites

TUHS 3401 Introduction to Hospitality and Tourism Management 3 HOSP 4404 Strategic Hospitality Management 3 TUHS 3401

TUHS 3403 Hospitality and Tourism Marketing 3 MRKT 2401 HOSP 3403 Hospitality Law & Ethics 3

TUHS 3404 Hospitality & Tourism Information Systems 3 HOSP4401 Food & Beverage Operations 3

BUSN3404 Entrepreneurship 3 ECON 3402 Omani Economy 2

HOSP 3401 Rooms Division Operations 3 RESR 2000 Introduction to Research Methods 3


Total 18 Total 17



HoursPrerequisites

Course code& No Course Title

Credit

HoursPrerequisites

TUHS 4401 Consumer Demand in Tourism and Hospitality 3 TUHS 3401 TUHS 4403 Entrepreneurship in Hospitality & Tourism 3 TUHS 3401

TUHS 4402 Hospitality & Tourism Investment Analysis 3 HOSP 4403 Rooms Division Management 3 HOSP 3401

HOSP 4402 Food & Beverage Management 3 HOSP 4401 HOSP 4405 International Hospitality Project 3 RESR 2000

COMM3233 Interpersonal Skills 2 Elective Course 3


Elective Course 3

Total 17 Total 15

Accounting Major Requirement (3rd Year & 4th Year)




Credit

HoursPrerequisites

ACCT3401 Intermediate Accounting 3 ACCT1401 ACCT3404Accounting for Government & Non-Profit

Organization3

FINA 3401 Finance 3 ACCT 3403 International Accounting 3 ACCT2402

ACCT3402 Advanced Managerial Accounting 3 ACCT2402 ACCT3405 Corporate Accounting and Law 3 ACCT3401

BUSN3402 Business Law and Ethics 3 ECON 3402 Omani Economy 2



Total 18 Total 17




Credit

HoursPrerequisites

FINA 4401 International Finance 3 FINA 3401 ACCT4403 Auditing 3 ACCT3405

FINA4402 Financial Statement Analysis 3 FINA3401 ACCT4402 Taxation 3 ACCT3405

ACCT4401 Accounting Information Systems 3 ACCT3401 ACCT4404 Accounting Project 3 RESR2000

COMM3233 Interpersonal Skills 2 Elective Courses 3

Elective Course 3 Elective Courses 3

Elective Course 3

Total 17 Total 15

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International Business Administration Major Elective Courses

Pre-reqCr/hrCourse TitleCourse Code

TUHS34013Tourism Package OperationsTOUR3402

MRKT 24013Destination Management and MarketingTOUR 3403

BUSN24013Tourism Impact AnalysisTOUR 4401

3Introduction to Hospitality and Tourism ManagementTUHS 3401

TUHS 34013Consumer Demand in Tourism and HospitalityTUHS 4401

3Rooms Division OperationsHOSP 3401

HOSP 34013Rooms Division ManagementHOSP 4403

ACCT14013Intermediate Accounting ACCT3401

3Accounting for Government and Non-Profit Organization ACCT3404

ACCT24023Advanced Management Accounting ACCT3402

ACCT34013Accounting Information SystemACCT4401

Accounting Major Electives Courses


3Business Communication & Public RelationsBUSN 3403

MRKT 24013International MarketingMRKT4401

3Operation Management MANG2403

MANG24013Strategic ManagementMANG4401

MANG 24013International Human Resource ManagementMANG3401

BUSN 24013Economics of the Gulf Cooperation Council CountriesBUSN 4405





HOSP34013Rooms Division ManagementHOSP 4403

Tourism Management Major Elective Courses









HOSP34013Rooms Division ManagementHOSP 4403




3Accounting Information SystemACCT4401

Hospitality Management Major Elective Courses














3Accounting Information SystemACCT4401

* Elective Courses

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The Batchelor of information tech-

nology is a 4 year 128 credit hour

program taught in English, designed

to produce graduates who are com-

petent in their major disciplines, as

well as IT in general these gradu-

ates are ready to be involved in the

development of Omani industry.

As the name “Colleges of Applied

Sciences” suggests, our students

are exposed to significant practical

work and, where possible, linkages

with Omani industry are being de-

veloped and exploited.

The BIT program contains a core of

main stream IT courses which have

exposed our graduates to the con-

cepts and topics about which all

who work in the IT field should be

familiar. Typically: web design and

development; software design and

implementation; information sys-

tems analysis and design; operating

systems; networks; database; IT se-

curity; professional ethics; and such

analytical courses as discrete mathe-

matics and data structures. IT is a fast

moving field however, and so space

has been left in the program which

can be filled with the innovations of

the time ensuring our graduates are

aware of the latest IT trends.

The four majors of the BIT are pres-

ently offered are Software Develop-

Information Technology Bachelors

Information Technology (IT) with majors/specializations that are offered in

Software Development Computer Networks IT Security Data Management

Sohar College

Computer Networks Data Management

Salalah college

Software Development Computer Networks IT Security

Sur college


Rustaq college


Ibri college

ment, Data Management, IT Security,

and computer Networks. The majors

permit our students to explore their

chosen field in greater depth with

the addition of highly focused and

specialised courses, as well as elec-

tives which are also geared towards

their majors.

The four years IT Program requires

students to accumulate 128 credit

hours that include: 36 hours Col-

lege requirements, 53 Department

requirements, and 39 Specialization

requirements.

BIT

Ma

jors

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Software DevelopmentThe software development major

pushes the students understanding

of abstract concepts through ad-

vanced data structures and the lat-

est software innovations. Graduates

of this major will be experienced in

both procedural as well as object

oriented languages, and a full year

project is undertaken in conjunc-

tion with a course on software pro-

ject management. Electives such as

concurrent programming, computer

graphics and artificial intelligence

challenge the students further

whilst adding an extra layer of inter-

est and motivation.

Computer Networks

The computer networks major offers

grounding in current technology in

use in Oman as well as the latest in-

novations across the world. Network

technology, network management,

internetworking, and wireless net-

working are all very relevant to the

expansion of Oman today combined

with the concepts of network, secu-

rity make graduates of this major

very useful to industry.

IT Security The IT security major prepares

students to understand and com-

bat threats to security in a rapidly

changing world. More than any

other major, it is important to keep

up with the market evolution and to

keep abreast of concepts and imple-

mentation techniques.

Data ManagementData management addresses the

complexities of large-scale distrib-

uted data as is found in the world

today. Graduates will have worked

with large amounts of web-based

data, and designed and analysed a

number of data searching and min-

ing techniques and algorithms.

Graduate Attributes And Skills

Willingness and the ability to

learn and to continue learning,

to appreciate that learning is con-

tinuous throughout life.

Capability to work alone or in a

team, to be self-directed, and to

show independent judgment.

Information literacy, including

the ability to locate, evaluate and

use information within a range of

contexts.

A multi- disciplinary perspective.

Awareness of ethical issues.

The fundamental knowledge and

understanding which will enable

them to develop as practicing

professionals in the industry.

A knowledge of and practical ex-

perience with several computer

programming languages.

An ability to investigate a prob-

lem, to devise an algorithm for

its solution, and to implement

that algorithm efficiently and

effectively.

A capacity to select from alterna-

tive solutions.

A knowledge of the limitations of

computation.

Career opportunities

IT has found its way into almost eve-

ry aspect of modern life, and so it is

no surprise to find IT specialists in

an enormous variety of occupations

and enterprises. From multi- nation-

al conglomerates and government

ministries to small businesses, IT spe-

cialists support and innovate, bring-

ing information access to where it is

needed. In general IT specialists will

take responsibility for the selection

of hardware and software products

to suit the needs of an organization.

They will be involved with detailed

organisational systems analysis, the

integration of products with organi-

zational needs and infrastructure,

and may be responsible for install-

ing, customizing, maintaining, and

upgrading those applications as

the organization grows. Examples

of these responsibilities include the

design and installation of networks;

network administration and secu-

rity; the design and maintenance

of web pages; the development of

multimedia resources; the instal-

lation of communication compo-

nents; the selection and manage-

ment of email systems; securing the

working environment; and the plan-

ning and management of the tech-

nology lifecycle by which an organi-

zation’s technology is maintained,

upgraded, and replaced.

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Degree Requirements for all Information Technology Program Requirement (1st year & 2nd year)*




Credit

HoursPrerequisites


INFT 1101 IT Fundamental 3 COMP5001 SFDV1000 Introduction to Dynamic Web Development 3

COMM 1201 Introduction to Communications 3 INFT 1002 Foundations of Digital Technology 3

ARAB1100 Arabic Language Skills 3 SFDV1003 Programming Fundamentals 3

MATH 1005 Mathematics for IT 2 MATH5002 ECON 3402 Omani Economy 2

Total 15 Total 15




Credit

HoursPrerequisites

SFDV 2001 Web Development 3 SFDV1000 SFDV 3001 Data Structures (1) 3SFDV 2103

MATH 1022

SFDV 2002 Principles of Information Systems 3 INFT 1002 SFDV 2005 Introduction to Computer Organisation 3

SFDV 2103 Programming 3 SFDV1003 NETW 2101 Networks (1) 3

ENGL 2111 English for Academic Purposes (3) 3 ENGL1222 ENGL 2244 English for Specific Purposes (IT) 3 ENGL2111

MATH1022 Introduction to Discrete Mathematics 3 SFDV 3002 Introduction to Databases 3 SFDV2002

Total 15 Total 15

* All of the IT student take the same courses in the first and second year

Computer Networks Major Requirement (3rd Year & 4th Year)




Credit

HoursPrerequisites

SFDV 2104 Application Software Development 3 SFDV 2103 NETW 3000 Introduction to Security 3

SFDV 3003 Systems Analysis and Design 3 SFDV3002 NETW3001 Networks (2) 3 NETW 2101

NETW 3005 Operating Systems 3 NETW 4009 Innovation in Network and Security 3 NETW 2101

MATH 3001 Discrete Mathematics 3 MATH1022 RESR 2000 Introduction to Research Methods 3

BUSN3404 Entrepreneurship 3 Major Elective (2) 3

Major Elective (1) 3

Total 18 Total 15




Credit

HoursPrerequisites

NETW 4001 Network Technology 3 NETW 2101 NETW 4003 Internet working 3 NETW4002

NETW 4002 Network Management 3 NETW 2101 ISLM 4410 Islamic Culture 3

COMM3233 Interpersonal Skills 2 NETW 4004 Wireless Networking 3 NETW 2101

Major Elective (3) 3 Major Elective (5) 3


Non-IT Elective (2) 3 Non-IT Elective (2) 3

Total 17 Total 18

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Software Development Major Requirement (3rd Year & 4th Year)




Credit

HoursPrerequisites

SFDV 2104 Application Software Development 3 SFDV 2103 SFDV3004 Data Structures (2) 3 SFDV 3001

SFDV 3003 Systems Analysis and Design 3 SFDV3002 SFDV 4009 Innovation in Software Development 3 SFDV 2014

NETW 3005 Operating Systems 3 NETW3000 Introduction to Security 3




Total 18 Total 15




Credit

HoursPrerequisites

SFDV 4003 Software Engineering Project A 3 SFDV3004 SFDV 4004 Software Engineering Project B 3 SFDV4001

SFDV 4001 Object Oriented Programming and User-interfaces 3 SFDV3004 ISLM4410 Islamic Culture 3

COMM3233 Interpersonal Skills 2 SFDV 4002 Software Project Management 3 SFDV3003




Total 17 Total 18

Information Technology Security Major Requirement (3rd Year & 4th Year)




Credit

HoursPrerequisites

SFDV 2104 Application Software Development 3 SFDV 2103 NETW3000 Introduction to Security 3

SFDV 3003 Systems Analysis and Design 3 SFDV3002 NETW3001 Networks (2) 3 NETW 2101

NETW 3005 Operating Systems 3 NETW 4009 Innovation in Network and Security 3 NETW 2101




Total 18 Total 15




Credit

HoursPrerequisites

NETW 4005 Computer Security A 3 NETW 2101 NETW 4007 Computer Security B 3 NETW4005

NETW 4006 Network Security A 3 NETW 2101 ISLM4410 Islamic Culture 3

COMM3233 Interpersonal Skills 2 NETW 4008 Network Security B 3 NETW4006




Total 17 Total 18

24

Data Management Major Requirement (3rd Year & 4th Year)




Credit

HoursPrerequisites

SFDV 2104 Application Software Development 3 SFDV 2103 SFDV3004 Data Structures (2) 3 SFDV 3001

SFDV 3003 Systems Analysis and Design 3 SFDV3002 SFDV 4009 Innovation in Software Development 3 SFDV 2104

NETW 3005 Operating Systems 3 NETW3000 Introduction to Security 3




Total 18 Total 15




Credit

HoursPrerequisites

SFDV 3007 Advanced Database Design 3 SFDV 3003 SFDV 3008 Database Development 3 SFDV 3003

SFDV3011 Advanced Web Development 3 SFDV 2001 ISLM4410 Islamic Culture 3

COMM3233 Interpersonal Skills 2 SFDV 4005 Distributed Data Management 3 SFDV 3003




Total 17 Total 18

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Computer Networks Major Elective Courses

Prerequisite Course Title Course Code & No

SFDV 3005 Artificial Intelligence SFDV 3005

SFDV 3004 Data Structures (2) SFDV 3004

NETW3006 Advanced Operating Systems NETW3006

SFDV 3011 Advanced Web Development SFDV 3011

SFDV 4005 Distributed Data Management SFDV 4005

SFDV 3006 Concurrent Programming SFDV 3006

SFDV 3012 Computer Graphics INFT 3002

SFDV 3007 Advanced Database Design SFDV 3007

SFDV 3008 Database Development SFDV 3008

SFDV 4001 Object Oriented Programming and User-interfaces SFDV 4001

SFDV 4002 Software Project Management SFDV 4002

NETW 4005 Computer Security A NETW 4005

NETW 4006 Network Security A NETW 4006

Software Development Major Electives Courses












NETW 4001 Network Technology NETW 4001

NETW 4002 Network Management NETW 4002

NETW 4004 Wireless Networking NETW 4004

Information Technology Security Major Elective Courses




SFDV 3004 Data Structures (2) SFDV 3004












Data Management Major Elective Courses













* Elective Courses

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The Degree Programme of com-

munication at the Colleges of Ap-

plied Sciences offer both insightful

academic study of the media and

preparation for professional careers

in print ,broadcasting ,new media,

advertising ,and public relations .As

His Majesty Sultan Qaboos Bin Said

stated” ,diverse science and arts

programs are needed in the coun-

try which meet the requirements

of the labour market ,which is the

Communication Studies Bachelors

ultimate melting pot that absorbs

the output of educational institu-

tions .Respecting these words ,our

teaching aims to enhance critical

awareness of communication‘s role

in an increasingly global society .Us-

ing both humanistic and social sci-

entific approaches ,we focus on six

inter-related areas :communication

and culture ,communication tech-

nology and society ,international

communication ,political communi-

Communication with majors/specializations that are offered in

Advertising

International Communications

Digital Media

Public Relations

Journalism

Media Management

Nizwa College


Digital Media

Public Relations

Salalah college


Digital Media

Public Relations

Journalism

Sur college

cation ,rhetoric and critical studies

and social interaction .Faculty ,staff

and students work across these do-

mains to cultivate a collaborative

and inclusive scholarly community.

The four years COMM Program re-






as electives).

Com

mun

icat

ion

Maj

ors

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Graduates attributes and the skills

Degree graduates have a compre-

hensive knowledge of their chosen

field and can systematically gather,

analyse and interpret data from a

variety of sources .They can man-

age their own learning ,and are

equipped to keep up to date with

new developments .They are adapt-

able and able to learn quickly how to

make sound judgments and to take

the initiative to resolve problems

and develop sound arguments and

solutions .Their English language ca-

pabilities include a good command

of the language ,an ability to han-

dle complex English in their chosen

field ,and to understand detailed

reasoning .They are equipped with a

degree that will allow admission to

postgraduate studies in quality uni-

versities throughout the world.

Advertising

The advertising major brings to-

gether the academic and profes-

sion perspectives of advertising .It

explores how advertising works in

a society ,especially in a develop-

ing economy ,and examines the

relationship between consumer be-

haviour and advertising .The socio-

cultural aspects of advertising in the

Arab world and especially in Oman

are discussed .The courses also ana-

lyse the role and practices of media

in advertising .The students will un-

derstand the importance of market-

ing research in advertising .They will

learn to develop advertising strate-

gies and campaigns .They know the

production process of advertising

from idea generation and copy writ-

ing to artistic and technical realiza-

tion of advertisements and commer-

cials in print and electronic media .


The graduates can find work in

advertising and promotional

agencies or the marketing de-

partments of public and private

corporations .They can also work

in media companies specialized

in commercial productions.

Digital Media

CAS is the pioneer in Oman in of-

fering this major to students in

this region .The courses explore the

practice and conceptual competen-

cies in the production of interactive

media ,which includes the produc-

tion of text ,audio ,still and moving

image ,and their assembly into an

interactive media piece across sev-

eral delivery modes .The students

will be prepared to critically assess

’interactivity’ and’ interface ‘in rela-

tion to new media forms with a spe-

cial focus on budgeting ,time frames

and project management.


Digital media graduates can find

employment in electronic me-

dia( multimedia, animation,web,

broadcasting (companies and

advertising agencies .Graduates

can also work in PR and market-

ing departments of private and

public corporations .A growing

field offering work opportunities

for digital media professionals is

education, especially e-learning.

International Communication

This major introduces debates on

the impact of media on culture

and identity ,globalization on me-

dia forms ,how organizations shape

individual and social identity ,and

so on .The students will learn how

to evaluate the functions ,uses and

ethical framework of broadcast jour-

nalism in an international context.

They will examine the development

of digital technologies and the ethi-

cal and cultural issues affecting jour-

nalists that arises from new media

forms like blogging and online news

media.


Graduates in these disciplines

are working in the areas of jour-

nalism ,broadcasting ,diplomacy,

public relations ,research and

management variously in me-

dia ,governmental organizations,

government and corporations.

Journalism

The Journalism major will look at the

principles and theory of journalism

practice ,emphasizing basic journal-

ism skills and formats such as struc-

28

turing and developing content ,re-

searching and writing news stories

for appropriate target audiences.

The students will also be exposed to

skills of public relations communica-

tion ,news reporting ,public affairs

reporting and also editing and de-

signing newspaper layouts includ-

ing graphics ,photos and headlines.


Journalists can work as editors,

reporters,columnists,correspon

dents,writers,photojournalists,

proof readers ,news analysts etc.

in print (newspapers and maga-

zines) and electronic (radio ,tel-

evision and web media).

Public Relations

The Public Relations major will ex-

amine the theory and principles of

PR with specific emphasis on com-

mon issues of business communica-

tion .It will introduce key concepts

of audience analysis ,strategic plan-

ning and decision-making within

the context of events management,

marketing ,advertising and the me-

dia .The students will also explore

organizational communication and

communication strategies from a

business-oriented standpoint .Hu-

man resource communication is also

a part of this major which deals with

issues of employment and industrial

relations ,employer and employee

rights ,and so on.


Graduates of Public relation can

find employment in the corpo-

rate sector ,public sector ,govern-

ment agencies ,tourist agencies,

hotels ,banks and other financial

institutions ,private consultancy

firms etc .Public relations special-

ists handle organizational func-

tions such as media ,community,

consumer ,and governmental

relations ,political campaigns,

interest-group representation,

conflict mediation ,or employee

and investor relations

Degree Requirements for all Communication Program Requirement (1st year & 2nd year)*




Credit

HoursPrerequisites


INFT 1101 IT Fundamental 3 COMP5001 COMM1203 Introduction to Public Relations 3

COMM 1201 Introduction to Communications 3 COMM1204 Introduction to Journalism 3

ARAB1100 Arabic Language Skills 3 MEDA 1201 Introduction to Media Studies 3

MATH 1003 Mathematics for Communications 2 MATH5001 ISLM4410 Islamic Culture 3

Total 15 Total 16




Credit

HoursPrerequisites

COMM2201 Interpersonal Communication 3 COMM2202 Media Communication and Society 3

MEDA2201 Image and Sound 3 MEDA2202 Applied Media Ethics 3COMM1203

COMM1204

COMM2204 Introduction to Sociology 3 COMM3234 Introduction to Advertising 3COMM2204

COMM2201

ENGL 2111 English for Academic Purposes (3) 3 ENGL1222 COMM2206 Communication in the Islamic World 3

COMM2203 Popular Culture 3 ENGL 2222English for Specific Purposes

(Communication Studies)3 ENGL2111

Total 15 Total 15

* All of the communication student take the same courses in the first and second year

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International Communication Major Requirement (3rd Year & 4th Year)




Credit

HoursPrerequisites

COMM3201 Theories of Media Communication 3 MEDA 2202 COMM3205 Issues in Media Communication 3 MEDA2201

COMM3202 Visual Communication 3 COMM3206 Intercultural Communication 3

COMM3203 Communications and Culture 3 BUSN3404 Entrepreneurship 3

MEDA2222 Media and Society in Oman 3 MEDA3201 Identity and the Media 3 COMM3206

ECON3402 Omani Economy 2 RESR 2000 Introduction to Research Methods 3


Total 17 Total 18




Credit

HoursPrerequisites

MEDA4201 International Journalism – Print 3 COMM3205 MEDA4209 International Journalism – Broadcast 3 MEDA4201

MEDA4202 Media Globalization 3 MEDA 2222 COMM3233 Interpersonal Skills 2

COMM4201Communication, Organisation and Social

Identity3 MEDA4210 Media Technology & Society 3

Major Elective (3) 3 MEDA4211 New Media Journalism 3

Non-CS Elective (1) 3 Major Elective (4) 3

Non-CS Elective (2) 3

Total 15 Total 17

Digital Media Major Requirement (3rd Year & 4th Year)




Credit

HoursPrerequisites

COMM3201 Theories of Media Communication 3 MEDA2202 COMM3205 Issues in Media Communication 3 MEDA2201

COMM3202 Visual Communication 3 BUSN3404 Entrepreneurship 3

MEDA2204 Interactive Media Production 3 MEDA 2201 COMM3206 Intercultural Communication 3

MEDA2222 Media and Society in Oman 3 MEDA3202 Time-Based Media Production 3 MEDA2204



Total 17 Total 18




Credit

HoursPrerequisites

MEDA4203 Advanced Digital Video 3 COMM 3202 MEDA4212 Video Post Production 3 MEDA4203

MEDA4204 3D Modelling and Visualisation 3 MEDA3202 MEDA4213 3D Animation 3 MEDA4204

MEDA4205 Digital Media Project 3 MEDA3202 COMM3233 Interpersonal Skills 2

Major Elective (3) 3 MEDA4214 Advanced Web Media Production 3 MEDA3202



Total 15 Total 17

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Journalism Major Requirement (3rd Year & 4th Year)




Credit

HoursPrerequisites

COMM3201 Theories of Media Communication 3 MEDA 2202 COMM3205 Issues in Media Communication 3 MEDA 2201


MEDA2205 Journalism 3 BUSN3404 Entrepreneurship 3

MEDA2222 Media and Society in Oman 3 COMM3207 Public Relations Communication 3



Total 17 Total 18




Credit

HoursPrerequisites

MEDA4206 News Reporting 3 MEDA4215 Television Journalism 3MEDA 4206

MEDA4207

MEDA4207 Public Affairs Reporting 3 MEDA4211 New Media Journalism 3 MEDA4206

MEDA4208 Editing and Design 3 COMM3233 Interpersonal Skills 2

Major Elective (3) 3 MEDA4216 Radio Journalism 3MEDA 4206

MEDA4207



Total 15 Total 17

Public Relations Major Requirement (3rd Year & 4th Year)




Credit

HoursPrerequisites



MEDA2205 Journalism 3 BUSN3404 Entrepreneurship 3

MEDA2222 Media and Society in Oman 3 COMM3207 Public Relations Communication 3



Total 17 Total 18




Credit

HoursPrerequisites

MEDA4206 News Reporting 3 COMM4207 Human Resources Communication 3 COMM4203

COMM4203 Corporate Communication 3 COMM3207 COMM4202 Public Relations Practice 3 COMM4204

COMM4204 Communication Strategy 3 COMM 3207 COMM3233 Interpersonal Skills 2

Major Elective (3) 3 MANG4402 Knowledge Management 3 COMM4203



Total 15 Total 17

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Advertising Major Requirement (3rd Year & 4th Year)




Credit

HoursPrerequisites



COMM3235 Copywriting 3 COMM3234 BUSN3404 Entrepreneurship 3

MEDA2222 Media and Society in Oman 3 COMM3236 Advertising Research 3 COMM3235

RESR 2000 Introduction to Research Methods 3 ECON3402 Omani Economy 2


Total 18 Total 17




Credit

HoursPrerequisites

COMM3237 Advertising Strategies and Campaigns 3 COMM3236 MANG4403 Advertising Management 3 COMM4215

COMM4215 Advertising and Society 3 COMM3236 COMM3233 Interpersonal Skills 2

DESN4321 Design for Advertising 3 COMM3236 COMM4216 Advertising Production 3 COMM4215

Major Elective (3) 3 COMM4220 Advertising Project 3 COMM4215



Total 15 Total 17

Media Management Major Requirement (3rd Year & 4th Year)




Credit

HoursPrerequisites



COMM3204 Communication, Organization & Creative Work 3 BUSN3404 Entrepreneurship 3

MEDA2222 Media and Society in Oman 3 COMM3208 Organisational Structure and Behaviour 3



Total 17 Total 18




Credit

HoursPrerequisites

COMM4206 Cultural Policy Analysis 3 COMM4207 Human Resources Communication 3

COMM4205 Issues in Cross-Cultural Communication 3 COMM4208 Managing Creative Projects 3

COMM4201Communication, Organization and Social

Identity3 COMM4209

Communication Issues for Managing in the

Creative Industries3

Major Elective (3) 3 COMM3233 Interpersonal Skills 2



Total 15 Total 17

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* Elective Courses

Elective Courses for Non-C.S. Students

Course Code & No Course Title Credit Hours Prerequisites

COMM1203 Introduction to Public Relations 3

COMM1204 Introduction to Journalism 3

COMM2201 Interpersonal Communication 3

COMM2203 Popular Culture 3

MEDA2201 Image and Sound 3

COMM3202 Visual Communication 3

Communication Elective Courses Arabic ( For All Majors)

Course Code & No Course Title Credit Hours Prerequisites

COMM4210 Bilingual Communication 3

COMM4211 Writing for Newspaper 3 COMM1204

COMM4212 Writing for Public Relations 3 COMM1203

MEDA4217 Writing for Radio and Television 3 MEDA1201

MEDA4218 Contemporary Arab Media 3 MEDA2222

COMM4213 The Arts of Delivery and Presentation 3

33

Design is a discipline which is synon-

ymous with creativity. The Bachelor

of Design program at CAS offers a

unique opportunity for Omani stu-

dents to excel in the realms of inge-

nuity an innovation. It is a program

which educates students in problem

solving in the most inspired way, fo-

cusing on both the academic as well

as application aspect of the industry.

Being closely linked with the local

industry, the students are constantly

Design Bachelors

being exposed to the latest trend

and style in design as well as keep-

ing abreast with the most current

technical aspects in the creation of

design in various modes of delivery.

There are currently 3 design spe-

cialisations being offered at the Col-

leges of Applied Sciences. They are

Graphic Design, Digital Design and

Spatial Design. These specializations

are being offered at the two Centers

Design Program with majors / specializations that are offered in

Des

ign

Maj

ors

Nizwa College

Graphic Design

Spatial Design

Digital Design

Ibri college Graphic Design

Digital Design

of Specializations for design in Ibri

and Nizwa. They are a four year full

time degree program leading to a

Bachelor’s Degree in Design.

The four years DESN Program re-






as electives).

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A graduate with a Bachelor of De-

sign degree will demonstrate the

following competencies:

The ability to assess and effective-

ly engage relevant technologies

in the development of solutions.

The ability to critically evaluate

their own work and the work of

other practitioners.

The ability to think laterally and

develop creative ideas.

The ability to effectively utilise a

variety of approaches, including

self-directed, collaborative and

self-reflective processes.

The ability to undertake research

in the areas of digital design,

graphic design, spatial design or

in areas in which these disciplines

integrate or converge.

In addition to the outcomes

noted above, the intent of the

Bachelor of Design is to develop

academic and professional capa-

bilities that are needed to par-

ticipate effectively in the diverse

design professions.

Graphic Design

The Bachelor of Design in Graphic

Design program at CAS is a pro-

gram that focuses on the training

of students in the development of

ideation process, creative problem

solving and innovating ideas into

real life applied applications. The

ability to visualize ideas and effec-

tively communicate thoughts with

potential clients is a crucial compo-

nent of the program where students

are given extensive coaching in skill

development and effective verbal

training throughout the four year

program. Students are also trained

to conduct research in the areas of

design which requires research prior

to providing creative solution.

Graduates can work as

Graphic designers, photographers,

manual / digital illustrators, photo /

image editors, print designers, lay-

out artists, art directors, design man-

agers, packaging designers, creative

directors, art production managers,

pre-press managers, brand identity

designers / developers, visualisers,

visual design journalist and informa-

tion designers.

Spatial Design

The Bachelor of Design in Digital

Design program at CAS is a program

that emphasises on the technical

and digital aspects of design pro-

duction. A core team of locals as well

as international full-time faculty ex-

tends the energy and ideas students

bring to the studio to encourage

generative thinking and making. In

addition to departmental faculty,

students are also being exposed to

various local and international de-

sign events and visits which broad-

en students’ awareness of resources

within the larger design world and

offer varied models for critical prac-

tice.


Interior designer, interior architec-

ture, simulation & virtual environ-

ment designer, furniture designer,

exhibition designer, visual merchan-

diser, visual display designer, events

design, or design for theatre, film,

television or digital environments.

Digital Design

Spatial Design is a multifaceted pro-

fession in which creative and tech-

nical solutions are applied within a

structure to achieve a built interior

environment. These solutions are

functional, enhance the quality of

life and culture of the occupants,

and are aesthetically attractive. De-

signs are created in response to and

coordinated with the building shell,

and acknowledge the physical loca-

tion and social context of the pro-

ject. Designs must adhere to code

and regulatory requirements, and

encourage the principles of envi-

ronmental sustainability. The spatial

design process follows a systematic

and coordinated methodology, in-

cluding research, analysis and in-

tegration of knowledge into the

creative process, whereby the needs

and resources of the client are sat-

isfied to produce an interior space

that fulfills the project goals. Spatial

Design includes a scope of services

performed by a professional design

practitioner, qualified by means of

education, experience, and exami-

nation, to protect and enhance the

life, health, safety and welfare of the

public.


Interactive multimedia designer,

web designer, interface designer,

content developer, visual effects &

motion graphics designer, design

educator, 3D modeller, 2D/3D ani-

mator, flash designer, game art de.

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Digital Design Program Requirement (1st year & 2nd year)*




Credit

HoursPrerequisites


INFT 1101 IT Fundamental 3 COMP5001 DESN1302 Introduction to Typography 3

COMM 1201 Introduction to Communications 3 DESN2303 Core Theory Design 3

ARAB1100 Arabic Language Skills 3 DESN 1301 Design Fundamentals 3

MATH 1002 Mathematics for Design 2 MATH5001 ISLM4410 Islamic Culture 3

Total 15 Total 16




Credit

HoursPrerequisites

DESN2301 Core Studio Design (1) 3 DESN 1301 DESN2305 Core Studio Design (2) 3 DESN 2301

DESN4302 Professional Practice 3 DESN2306 History, Culture, Context (1) 3

DESN1303 Computer for Design (1) 3 DESN2304 Design for Specialization 3

ENGL 2111 English for Academic Purposes (3) 3 ENGL1222 ENGL 2233 English for Specific Purposes (Design) 3 ENGL 2111

DESN2308 Drawing Skills 3 DESN3310 Photography 3

Total 15 Total 15

* All of the Design student take the same courses in the first and second year

Digital Design Requirement (3rd Year & 4th Year)




Credit

HoursPrerequisites

DESN3301 Digital Technology and Design (1) 3 DESN 2304 DESN3303 Digital Technology and Design (2) 3 DESN 3301

DESN3306 Elective Project (1) 3 DESN3304 History, Culture, Context (2) 3 DESN 2306

DESN3302 Visual Effects 3 DESN3305 Animation 3

ECON 3402 Omani Economy 2 BUSN3404 Entrepreneurship 3

DESN2307 Pictorial Studies 3 DESN2308 RESR 2000 Introduction to Research Methods 3

Elective Programme (1) 3 Elective Programme (2) 3

Total 17 Total 18




Credit

HoursPrerequisites

DESN4301 Digital Technology and Design (3) 3 DESN 3303 DESN4307 Digital Technology and Design (4) 3 DESN 4301

DESN2302 Design Portfolio 3 Elective Major (2) (select two courses)

COMM3233 Interpersonal Skills 2 DESN4308 Visual Effects Studies

3

DESN 3302

Elective Major (1) DESN4309 Animation Studies DESN 3305

DESN4303 Broadcast Design and Motion Graphics 3 DESN 3305 DESN4310 Integrated Marketing Principles

DESN4304 Interactive Design and Game Development 3 DESN 3303 DESN4311 Creative Principles and Practice

DESN4305 Elective Project (2) DESN 3306 Non-Des Elective (2) 3

DESN4306 History Culture Context (3) DESN 3304 Elective Programme (4) 3

Non-Des Elective (1) 3

Elective Programme (3) 3

Total 17 Total 15

36

Graphic Design Requirement (3rd Year & 4th Year)




Credit

HoursPrerequisites

DESN3307 Graphic Design Studies (1) 3 DESN 2304 DESN3309 Graphic Design Studies (2) 3 DESN 3307


DESN3308 Illustration 3 DESN2309 Computer for Design (2) 3 DESN1303

ECON3402 Omani Economy 2 BUSN3404 Entrepreneurship 3

DESN2307 Pictorial Studies 3 DESN2308 RESR 2000 Introduction to Research Methods 3

Elective Programme (1) 3 Elective Programme (2) 3

Total 17 Total 18




Credit

HoursPrerequisites

DESN4312 Graphic Design Studies (3) 3 DESN3309 DESN4314 Graphic Design Studies (4( 3 DESN 4312

DESN2302 Design Portfolio 3 Elective Major (2) ( Select two courses(

COMM3233 Interpersonal Skills 2 DESN4315 Photographic Studies

3

DESN 3310

Elective Major (1) DESN4310 Integrated Marketing Principles

DESN4313 Illustration Studies

3

DESN 3308 DESN4316 Creative Strategy

DESN4311 Creative Principles and Practice DESN4317 Copywriting

DESN4305 Elective Project (2) DESN 3306 Non-Des Elective (2) 3

DESN4306 History Culture Context (3) DESN 3304 Elective Programme (4) 3



Total 17 Total 15

37

Spatial Design Requirement (3rd Year & 4th Year)




Credit

HoursPrerequisites

DESN3311 Spatial Design Studio (1) 3 DESN2304 DESN3313 Spatial Design Studio (2) 3 DESN 3311


DESN3312 Computer and Lighting Technology 3 DESN3314 Spatial Design Theory (2) 3 DESN2310

ECON3402 Omani Economy 2 BUSN3404 Entrepreneurship 3

DESN2310 Spatial Design Theory (1) 3

DESN2301 RESR 2000 Introduction to Research Methods 3

DESN 2303 Electives Programme (2) 3


Total 17 Total 18




Credit

HoursPrerequisites

DESN4318 Spatial Design Studio (3) 3 DESN3313 DESN4319 Spatial Design Studio (4) 3 DESN 4318

DESN2302 Design Portfolio 3 Elective Major (2) ( Select two courses)

COMM3233 Interpersonal Skills 2 DESN4315 Photographic Studies 3 DESN 3310

Elective Major (1) DESN4310 Integrated Marketing Principles 3

DESN4311 Creative Principles and Practice 3 DESN3305 Animation 3

DESN4320 Spatial Computing 3 DESN4316 Creative Strategy 3

DESN4305 Elective Project (2) 3 DESN 3306 Non-Des Elective (2) 3

DESN4306 History Culture Context (3) 3 DESN 3304 Elective Programme (4) 3



Total 17 Total 15

38

Digital Design Major

List of Elective programme courses

Course Code & No Course Title Prerequisite

DESN3308 Illustration

DESN4315 Photographic Studies DESN3310

DESN4316 Creative Strategy

DESN4317 Copywriting

DESN3312 Computer and Lighting Technology

DESN2310 Spatial Design Theory (1)DESN2301

DESN2303

DESN4320 Spatial Computing

DESN3314 Spatial Design Theory (2) DESN2310

DESN3311 Spatial Design Studio (1) DESN2304

Spatial Design Major





DESN 3302 Visual Effects

DESN4309 Animation Studies DESN 3305

DESN4308 Visual Effects Studies DESN 3302

DESN4303 Broadcast Design and Motion Graphics DESN 3305

Graphic Design Major



DESN 3302 Visual Effects

DESN3305 Animation

DESN4309 Animation Studies DESN 3305

DESN4308 Visual Effects Studies DESN 3302

DESN4303 Broadcast Design and Motion Graphics DESN 3305

DESN3312 Computer and Lighting Technology

DESN2310 Spatial Design Theory (1)DESN2301

DESN2303


DESN3314 Spatial Design Theory (2) DESN2310

DESN3311 Spatial Design Studio (1) DESN2304

* Elective Courses

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With the rapid industrial develop-

ment occurring in the Sultanate

Oman and the need of the Sultanate

for more human resources trained

in different engineering fields ,the

Ministry of Higher Education decid-

ed to open engineering programs

in the College of Applied Sciences

in Sohar .This is the only college ,at

the moment, where the engineering

program is offered .It was decided

Engineering Bachelors

to start with three specializations:

Mechanical Engineering,Chemical

Engineering and Electrical Engineer-

ing .The first batch of engineering

students was admitted in2009-2010

academic year .The Engineering

program which is developed for the

College of Applied Sciences in So-

har by Sultan Quaboos University is

based on international standards to

facilitate national and international

Engineering Program with majors / specializations that are offered in

Sohar College




recognition through accreditation in

the future .The Accreditation Board

for Engineering and Technology

(ABET) criteria are adopted.A semes-

ter-based system is adopted for the

Engineering program.

The four years ENGR Program re-


credit hours.

Engi

neer

ing

Maj

ors

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An ability to apply knowledge of

mathematics, science and engi-

neering

An ability to design and conduct

experiments, as well as to analyze

and interpret data

An ability to design a system,

component or process to meet

desired needs within realistic

constraints such as economic,

environmental, social, political,

ethical, health and safety, manu-

facturability, and sustainability.

An ability to be a team player

working in multi-disciplinary

fields.

An ability to identify, formulate

and solve engineering problems

An understanding of professional

and ethical responsibility

An ability to communicate effec-

tively

the broad education necessary

to understand the impact of en-

gineering solutions in a global

economical, environmental, and

societal context

A recognition of the need for, and

an ability to engage in life-long

learning

A knowledge of relevant contem-

porary issues

An ability to use the techniques,

skills, and modern engineering

tools necessary for chemical and

process engineering practice.

Electrical Engineering



neering to electrical engineering

problems.


electrical engineering experi-

ments, as well as to analyze and

interpret the experimental data.

An ability to design electrical

circuits, electromechanical con-

version devices and power sys-

tems subject to appropriate en-

gineering standards and realistic

constraints (such as economic,



facturability, and sustainability.)

An ability to function as a mem-

ber on multidisciplinary teams as

well as a team leader.


and solve electrical engineering

problems.


and engineering ethical responsi-

bility and awareness of the impli-

cations of engineering decisions

on health, safety and public wel-

fare.


tively in writing and in technical

presentations.

An ability to appreciate the im-

pact of electrical engineering

solutions in a global, economic,

environmental, and societal con-

text.

Recognition of the need for, and

an ability to engage in life-long,

independent learning to follow

innovations and developments in

electrical engineering using the

Internet, textbooks and journals.

A knowledge and understanding

of contemporary issues.

An ability to use state-of-the-art

laboratory equipment, software

and techniques for design, analy-

sis and applications in electrical

engineering.




neering


experiments, as well as to analyze

and interpret data

An ability to design a system,

component or process to meet

desired needs within realistic

constraints such as economic,



facturability, and sustainability.

An ability to be a team player

working in multi-disciplinary

fields.


and solve engineering problems


and ethical responsibility


tively

The broad education necessary

to understand the impact of en-

gineering solutions in a global

economical, environmental, and

societal context

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A recognition of the need for, and

an ability to engage in life-long

learning

A knowledge of relevant contem-

porary issues

An ability to use the techniques,

skills, and modern engineering

tools necessary for chemical and

process engineering practice.



The graduates can work in the

operation, development, design,

construction, and management

of broad range of industries in

specific area as mentioned above.

The mechanical engineering

graduates can also work in re-

search institutions and govern-

ment. They are also well-prepared

to continue with postgraduate

education.


Graduates of this program are en-

visaged to work as engineers in

the industry, with electrical pow-

er generation and distribution

companies as well as consultancy

houses.

The program provides as well the

necessary foundation to enable

its graduates pursue further stud-

ies.

Chemical Engineering:

Graduates are prepared to work

as engineers in different process

industries. Examples are petro-

leum refining, materials process-

ing, petrochemical, ceramics, ce-

ments, pharmaceuticals, paints,

food, materials recycling, plastics,

fertilizers, etc .They also can work

in the operation, development,

design, construction, and man-

agement of these industrial pro-

cesses. The chemical engineering

graduates can also work in re-

search institutions and govern-

ment. They are also well-prepared

to continue with postgraduate

education.

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Chemical Engineering Major


Course Code Course Title Cr§ Pre-req Course Code Course Title Cr§ Pre-req

MATH1111 Calculus I 4 MATH5002 MATH1112 Calculus II 4 MATH1111

ENGL1111 English For Academic Purposes I 4 - ENGL1222 English For Academic Purposes II 4 ENGL1111

CHEM1101 Chemistry I 4 - ENGR1201 Introduction to Engineering 2 -

COMP1411 Programming for Engineers (C++) 3 - PHYS1101 Physics I 4 MATH1111

COMM1201 Introduction to communication 3 ENGR1211 Drawing for Engineering 2 -

College Elective I 2

Total 18 Total 18



MATH2131 Linear Algebra & Multivariate Calculus 3 MATH1112 MATH2121 Differential Equations for Engineering 3 MATH1112

CHEM1102 Chemistry II 4 CHEM1101 CHEN2213 Applied Physical Chemistry 3 CHEN2212, CHEM1102

CHEN2211 Principles of Chemical Engineering 3 CHEM1101 CHEN2221 Fluid Mechanics 3 CHEN2212

CHEN2212 Thermodynamics I 3 MATH1111, CHEM1101 PHYS1102 Physics II 4 PHYS1101

STAT2111 Probability and Statistics 3 MATH1112 CHEN2231 Organic Chemistry 4 CHEM1101

Foreign Language I 2

Total 18 Total 17



CHEN3222 Heat Transfer 3 CHEN2221 CHEN3341 Separation Processes 4 CHEN3223

CHEN3214 Thermodynamics II 3 CHEN2213, MATH2121 CHEN3342 Process Heat Transfer 3 CHEN3222

MATH3141 Numerical Methods 3 COMP1411, MATH2131 CHEN3351 Computer Aided Design 2 MATH3141, CHEN3223

ENGR3251 Professional Practice 1 - CHEN3315 Chemical Reaction Engineering 3 CHEN2213, MATH2121

CHEN3223 Mass Transfer 3 CHEN2221 ENGR4431 Engineering Management 3 -

CHEN3232 Chemical Process Industries 3 CHEN2231 CHEN3271 Chemical Engineering Lab I 2 CHEN3222

Total 16 Total 17

SummerCourse Code Course Title Cr§ L* P*

ENGR3241 Industrial Training 0

Total 0



CHEN4352 Process Dynamics and Control 4 CHEN3341, 3315 CHEN4272 Chemical Engineering Lab II 2 CHEN3271, 3341, 3315

CHEN4361 Chemical Process Safety 3 CHEN3341 CHEN4392 Project II 3CHEN4352, 4361, 4362,

4391

CHEN4362 Plant Design and Economics 4CHEN3341, 3342, 3351,

3315BUSN3404 Entrepreneurship 3

CHEN4391 Project I 2 CHEN3341, 3351, 3315 Technical Elective II 3

Technical Elective I 3 Foreign Language II 2

College Elective II 2

Total 16 Total 15

Technical Electives Chemical Engineering Major

Course Code Course Title Cr§ Pre-req

CHEN4233 Polymer 3 CHEN3232

CHEN4234 Corrosion 3 CHEN2213

CHEN4343 Water Desalination 3 CHEN3222

CHEN4344 Natural Gas Processing 3 CHEN3214

CHEN4345 Petroleum Refining Processes 3 CHEN3341

CHEN4295 Special Topics 3 4th level

§ Semester credit hours

* L: Lecture hours/week, T: Tutorial hours/week, P: Practical hours/week

43

Electrical Engineering Major



CHEM1101 Chemistry I 4 ENGL1222 English for Academic Purposes II 4 ENGL1111

COMP1411 Programming for Engineers (C++) 3 ENGR1201 Introduction to Engineering 2

ENGL1111 English for Academic Purposes I 4 ENGR1211 Drawing for Engineering 2


College Elective I 2 PHYS1101 Physics I 4 MATH1111 (Co-requisite)

Total 17 Total 16



COMM1201 Introduction to Communications 3 ELEC2232 Circuits Theory II 3 ELEC2231

ELEC2211Programming Tools for Electrical

Engineers2 COMP1411 ELEC2233 Electronics 3 ELEC2231

ELEC2231 Circuits Theory I 3 MATH1111 ELEC2331 Digital Design 3

MATH2131 Linear Algebra and Multivariate Calculus 3 MATH1112 ENGR3251 Professional Practice 1

MATH2121 Differential Equations for Engineering 3 MATH1112 MATH3151 Discrete Mathematics 3 MATH2131

PHYS1102 Physics II 4 PHYS1101 College Elective I 2

Total 18 Total 15



ELEC3221 Signals and Systems 3ELEC2232

+MATH2121ELEC3222 Principles of Communication 3 ELEC3221

ELEC3241 Power System Analysis I 3 ELEC2232 ELEC3242 Power System Analysis II 3 ELEC3241

ELEC3251 Electromagnetics I 3 MATH2131+ PHYS1102 ELEC3252 Electromagnetics II 3 ELEC3251

MATH3141 Numerical Methods 3 MATH2131+COMP1411 ELEC3261 Electrical Machines I 3 ELEC2232 + ELEC3251

MATH3161 Introduction to Complex Variables 3 MATH2131 ELEC3271 Measurements and Instrumentation 3 ELEC2233

STAT2111 Probability and Statistics 3 MATH1112 ENGR4431 Engineering Management 3

Total 18 Total 18

Summer

Course Code Course Title Cr§ L*


Total 0



ELEC4231 Power Electronics 3 ELEC2233+ELEC3261 BUSN3404 Entrepreneurship 3

ELEC4262 Electrical Machines II 3 ELEC3261 ELEC4243 Electrical Power Distribution 3 ELEC3242

ELEC4271 Linear Control 3 ELEC3221 ELEC4241 Power System Protection 3 ELEC3242

ELEC4391 Project I 2 ELEC3242+ ELEC3261 ELEC4392 Project II 3 ELEC4391

Technical Elective I 3 Technical Elective II 3

Foreign Language I 2 Foreign Language II 2

Total 16 Total 17

Technical Electives Electrical Engineering Major

Course Code Course Title Cr¨ Pre-req

ELEC4242 Power System Quality 3 ELEC3241

ELEC4263 Renewable Energy 3 ELEC3242

ELEC4221 Digital Signal Processing 3ELEC3221

COMP1411

ELEC4211 Introduction to Networking 3ELEC2331

COMP1411

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Mechanical Engineering Major




CHEM1101 Chemistry I 4 PHYS1101 Physics I 4 MATH1111**

COMP1411 Programming for Engineers (C++) 3 ENGL1222 English For Academic Purposes II 4 ENGL1111

COMM1201 Introduction to Communications 3 ENGR1201 Introduction to Engineering 2

ENGL1111 English For Academic Purposes I 4 ENGR1211 Drawing for Engineering 2

College Elective I 2

Total 18 Total 18



PHYS1102 Physics II 4 PHYS1101 MATH2121 Differential Equations for Engineering 3 MATH1112

MATH2131 Linear Algebra and Multivariate Calculus 3 MATH1112 MECH2203 Dynamics 3 MECH2201

ELEC2234 Introduction to Electrical Engineering 3 PHYS1102** MECH2221 Thermodynamics 4 PHYS1102

MECH2201 Statics 3 PHYS1101 MECH2205 Mechanics of Materials 3 MECH2201

MECH2261 Engineering Materials 3 MECH2241 Instrumentation and Measurement 3 ELEC2234

Total 16 Total 16



STAT2111 Probability and Statistics 3 MATH 1112 MATH3141 Numerical Methods 3 MATH2131, COMP1411

ENGR2421 Engineering Economics 3 MECH3223 Heat Transfer 4 MECH2221, MECH3221

MECH3201 Machine Dynamics 3 MECH2203 MECH3243 Systems and Control 3 MECH3201, MATH2121

MECH3301 Mechanical Design I 3 ENGR1211, MECH2205 MECH3303 Mechanical Design II 3 MECH3301

MECH3221 Fluid Mechanics 3 PHYS1102 MECH3491 Mechanical Engineering Seminar 1

MECH3261 Mechanical Engineering Tools 3 MECH2261 Foreign Language I 2

Total 18 Total 16

Summer

Course Code Course Title Cr§ L* P*


Total 0



MECH4391 Project I 2 MECH3223, MECH3303 BUSN3404 Entrepreneurship 3

MECH4224 Advanced Thermal Systems 3 MECH3223 ENGR4431 Engineering Management 3

Technical Elective I 3 MECH4392 Project II 3 MECH4391

Technical Elective II 3 Technical Elective III 3

MECH4261 Modern Manufacturing 3 MECH3261 Technical Elective IV 3

Foreign Language II 2 College Elective II 2

Total 16 Total 17

List of Elective Courses Mechanical Engineering MajorCourse Code Course Title Cr Pre-req

MECH4221 Internal Combustion Engine 3 CHEM1101 , MECH3223

MECH4223 Introduction to Renewable Energy 3 MECH3223

MECH4241 Engineering Vibration 3MECH2203, MATH2131

MATH 2121

MECH4243 Modeling and Simulations of engineering Systems 3 MECH2203, MATH 2121

MECH4263 Computer Integrated Manufacturing 3 MECH3261

MECH4301 Pressure Vessels and Piping System Design 3 MECH2205, MECH3221

MECH4303 Applied Finite Element Method 3 MECH2205

§ Semester credit hours

* L: Lecture hours/week, T: Tutorial hours/week, P: Practical hours/week

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Biotechnology is an important mod-

ern science in applied biological

sciences with the emphasis on mi-

crobiology, animal cell culture, mo-

lecular biology, genetics, recombi-

nant DNA technology, biochemistry,

cell biology and other relevant fields

of biology with wide applications in

agriculture, environment, medicine

and industry. Microbes, plants and

animals are important elements in

applications of scientific and techni-

cal knowledge in biotechnology to

process material into valuable prod-

ucts and solve environmental and

ecological problems. The combina-

Applied Biotechnology Bachelors

tion of biological sciences with high

technology applications is predicted

to provide solutions to major na-

tional problems in Oman by creating

new generations with great poten-

tial for economic impact. The role of

biotechnology in employment and

improvement of economy of the de-

veloped and developing nations is

well known. The economy from bio-

base industry is responsible for one

third of the world’s economy. Many

nations move toward this discipline

of biological sciences to create new

promising sources of income as well

as to provide new job opportunities.

Applied Biotechnology with majors / specializations that are offered in

Sur College

Marine Applied Biotechnology Major

Food and Agriculture Applied Biotechnology Major

Environmental Applied Biotechnology Major

The program is designed to evolve

continuously, to reflect new direc-

tions according to the needs of the

Omani society and the workplace,

and to equip graduates with the

intellectual and technical skills to

respond to these changes over their

lives through lifelong learning and

to be able to compete in interna-

tional arena.

The four years BIOT Program re-






as electives).

App

lied

Biot

echn

olog

y M

ajor

s

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Graduate Attributes

and Skills

The following outcomes are skills,

behaviors, and attitudes cultivated

in students seeking the bachelor in

Applied Science in Biotechnology

Perform basic biotechnology

techniques according to safe

practices.

Demonstrate proficiency in bio-

technology techniques and abil-

ity to implement safety protocols

in the laboratory.

Prove effective ways to manage a

laboratory and ensure quality of

biotechnology.

Demonstrate professional con-

duct and strong interpersonal

communication skills.

Adhere to professional and ethi-

cal standards in biotechnology

profession.

Apply critical thinking skills to

evaluate and solve problems.

Function as a contributing team

member.

Communicate effectively through

writing, speaking, listening, and

reading with co-students and su-

pervisors.

Plan, execute, and interpret an

experiment following scientific

methods.

Potential Careers

Biotechnology graduates are trained

to work in the following areas of

academic, government or private

sectors: basic research in biological

sciences and biotechnology, labo-

ratory analysis and quality control,

environment and biodiversity, clean

environment through modern tech-

nologies of bioremediation, waste

recycling and management of solid

and liquid wastes; plant and animal

tissue culture, medicinal plants, ,

bio fertilizers and bio pesticides,

food and water industries, marine

resources, bioengineering of crops,

biofuels and bioenergy, recombi-

nant DNA technology, forensics

laboratory to help solve crimes, and

regulatory and legislative agencies.

Biotechnology graduates can work also as

Biologists, Bioengineers, Laboratory

Analysts, Environmental Biotechnol-

ogists, Instrumentation/Calibration

Technicians, Microbiologists, Quality

Assurance Auditors, Quality Control

Analysts, Quality Control Inspectors,

Biosafety Specialists, Library Assis-

tants, Animal Technicians, Data Entry

Clerks, Greenhouse Assistants, Food

Monitoring Specialists, Plant Breed-

ers, Research Associates, Statistical

Biotechnologists, and Sales person

of biological materials and others.

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Degree requirement Applied Biotechnology Program Requirement (1st year & 2nd year)*




Credit

HoursPrerequisites

ENGL 1111 English for Academic Purposes (1) 4 ENG1222 English for Academic Purposes (2) 4 ENGL1111

INFT1101 IT Fundamental 3 COMP5001 BIOT1200 Biology2 3 BIOT1101

CHEM1105 General Chemistry 3 CHEM1205 Analytical Chemistry 3 CHEM1105

BIOT1101 Biology1 3 ARAB1100 Arabic Language Skills 3

MATH1007 Mathematics for Applied Biotechnology 2 MATH5002 CHEM1206 Organic Chemistry 3 CHEM1105

Total 15 Total 16




Credit

HoursPrerequisites

ENGL2266English for Specific Purpose

(Applied Biotechnology)3 ENG1222 BIOT2200 Bioethics 2

PHYS2105 General Physics 3 BIOT2201 Biochemistry 3 CHEM1206

BIOT2101 Molecular Biology 3 BIOT1200 BIOT2202 Cell Biology 3 BIOT1200

BIOT2102 Genetics 3 BIOT1200 BIOT2203 Microbial Biotechnology 3 BIOT2103

BIOT2103 Microbiology 3 BIOT1200 ISLM4410 Islamic Culture 3

Total 15 Total 14

* All of the Applied Biotechnology student take the same courses in the first and second year

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Marine Applied Biotechnology Major Requirement (3rd Year & 4th Year)




Credit

HoursPrerequisites

BIOT3100 Ecology 3 COMM3233 Interpersonal Skills 2

BIOT3101 Marine Biology 3 BIOT1200 BUSN3404 Entrepreneurship 3

BIOT3102 Genetic Engineering 3 BIOT2101 BIOT3200 Methods in Proteomics. 3 BIOT3102

BIOT3103 Immunology and Immunological Techniques 3 BIOT2101 BIOT3201 Marine Biotechnology 3 BIOT3101

ECON3402 Omani Economy 2 Elective (2) 3

Elective (1) 3 Elective (3) 3

Total 17 Total 17




Credit

HoursPrerequisites

RESR2000 Introduction to Research Methods 3 BIOT4200 Project (Biotechnology Internship) 15Completion of

111 Cr

BIOT4100 Biological Oceanography 3 BIOT3201 Total 15

BIOT4101 Aquaculture 3 BIOT3101

BIOT4102 Marine Toxicology 3 BIOT3201

BIOT4103 Costal Management 2

Elective (4) 3

Total 17

Food and Agriculture Applied Biotechnology Major Requirement (3rd Year & 4th Year)




Credit

HoursPrerequisites


BIOT3102 Genetic Engineering 3 BIOT2101 BUSN3404 Entrepreneurship 3

BIOT3103 Immunology and Immunological Techniques 3 BIOT2101 BIOT3200 Methods in Proteomics. 3 BIOT3102

BIOT3104 Bio-Farming 3 BIOT1200 BIOT3203 Introduction to Soils and Water Management 3 BIOT2101



Total 17 Total 17




Credit

HoursPrerequisites

RESR2000 Introduction to Research Methods 3

BIOT4200 Project (Biotechnology Internship) 15Completion

of 111 Cr

BIOT4104 Agricultural and Food regulations & Policies 2 BIOT2101 Total 15

BIOT4105 GMOs and Food Technology 3 BIOT2101

BIOT4106 Greenhouses and Hydroponics 3 BIOT2101

BIOT4107 Pest Control of Field Crops 3 BIOT1200

Elective (4) 3

Total 17

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Environmental Applied Major Requirement (3rd Year & 4th Year)

Semester5 Semester 6

Course code& No Course Title C HR Prerequisites Course code& No Course Title C HR Prerequisites


BIOT3102 Genetic Engineering 3 BIOT2101 BUSN3404 Entrepreneurship 3

BIOT3103 Immunology and Immunological Techniques 3 BIOT2101 BIOT3200 Methods in Proteomics. 3 BIOT3102

BIOT3105Response to Biological & Chemical Threat and

Forensics3 BIOT2101 BIOT3205

Environmental Biotechnology and

Bioremediation3 BIOT2101



Total 17 Total 17


Course code& No Course Title C HR Prerequisites Course code& No Co urse Title C HR Prerequisites

RESR2000 Introduction to Research Methods 3 BIOT4200 Project (Biotechnology Internship) 15Completion

of 111 Cr

BIOT4109 Scientific Basis of Environmental Laws. 2 Total 15

BIOT4110 Sustainable Energy - Exploration and Exploitation 3 BIOT3205

BIOT4111 Nature Conservation in Oman 3

BIOT4112Pollution Sources and Management of Liquid and

Solid Waste3

Elective (4) 3

Total 17

50

Applied Biotechnology Elective Courses (For All Majors)

Course code &No Course Title C HR Prerequisites

BIOT3106 Molecular Evolution and Genetic Variation 3 BIOT2101

INFT3002 Introduction to Bioinformatics 3 BIOT2101

BIOT3108 Entomology 3 BIOT1200

BIOT3110 Radiation Biology 3 BIOT1200 PHYS2105

BIOT3208 Marketing Theory and Practice. 3

BIOT4113 Entrepreneurship in Biotechnology 3 BUSN3404

BIOT4114 Science and Policy in Biodefense 3

BIOT4115 Biofermentation and Downstream Processing 3 BIOT2203

BIOT4116 Introduction to Nanoscience and Nanobiotechnology 3 BIOT2101 BIOT3110

BIOT4117 Environmental Impact Assessment and Monitoring 3

BIOT4118 Job Search Techniques and Business Ethics 3

Non Marine Major

BIOT3101 Marine Biology 3 BIOT1200

BIOT3201 Marine Biotechnology 3 BIOT3101

BIOT4100 Biological Oceanography 3 BIOT3201

BIOT4101 Aquaculture 3 BIOT3101

BIOT4102 Marine Toxicology 3 BIOT3201

Non Food and Agriculture Major

BIOT3104 Bio-Farming 3 BIOT1200

BIOT3203 Introduction to Soils and Water Management 3 BIOT2101

BIOT4105 GMOs and Food Technology 3 BIOT2101

BIOT4106 Greenhouses and Hydroponics 3 BIOT2101

BIOT4107 Pest Control of Field Crops 3 BIOT1200

Non Environmental Major

BIOT3105 Response to Biological & Chemical Threats and Forensics 3 BIOT2101

BIOT3205 Environmental Biotechnology and Bioremediation 3 BIOT2101

BIOT4110 Sustainable Energy - Exploration and Exploitation 3 BIOT3205

BIOT4111 Nature Conservation in Oman 3

BIOT4112 Pollution Sources and Management of Liquid and Solid Waste 3

CoursesDescriptions

FoundationProgrammeDescription

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Course Description

Course Code Course Title cr/hr Pre-req

ENGL888/999 Intensive English N/C

ENGL3001 General English Skills N/C Non

ENGL4001 General English Skills N/C ENGL3001


ENGL5002 Academic English Skills N/C ENGL4001


ENGL5002ENGL6002 Academic English Skills N/C

MATH4001 Basic Mathematics N/C Non

MATH5001 Applied Mathematics N/C MATH4001

MATH5002 Pure Mathematics N/C MATH4001

COMP4001 Computer Skills Basic N/C Non

COMP5001 Computer Skills Advance N/C COMP4001

English ENGL999/888 2005-2010

Aims

This course aims to develop fluency

in the use of the first thousand most

frequent words of English across the

four skills (writing, speaking, listen-

ing, and reading). It also aims to de-

velop competency in understanding

and dealing with familiar personal

and academic topics using simple

English structures.

This course is designed for students

with an IELTS equivalence of 4.0

Learning Objectives

Recognise the main idea when

reading and listening to texts

consisting mostly of high fre-

quency general and academic

vocabulary

Understand the gist of a range

of familiar topics when speech is

slow and clear

Participate simply in discussions

about familiar topics

Seek clarification using simple

structures and fixed phrases

Understand and describe simple

statistics and processes

Give brief reasons and explana-

tions about opinions and future

plans

Write simple, connected text on

familiar topics

MATH 4001

Basic Mathematics

AimsStudents will be able to:

Make successfully transition from

high school mathematics taught

in Arabic to university courses

taught in English.

Use some of the basic arithmetic,

algebraic and geometric con-

cepts in English which they have

learned before in high school.

MATH 5001

Applied Mathematics

Aims

Students will be able to:

Solve two variables linear equa-

tions and inequalities.

Understand the definition of a

function and its graph.

Solve quadratic, exponential, log-

arithmic equations.

Understand basic concepts of

descriptive statistics and prob-

ability.

COMP4001

Computer Skills Basic

This course is designed as computer

skills foundation course for under-

graduate studies in Information

Technology, Communications, In-

ternational Business Administration,

Design and Engineering.

Course Objectives

Introduce to students basic fun-

damentals of computing and ba-

sic computer operations such as

file and folder management.

Introduce to students the basic

to intermediate skills required to

work with a variety of business

documents. The first unit will dis-

cuss the common elements that

can be found with all Microsoft

Office products. The second unit

will focus on word processing as-

pects using Microsoft Word.

Introduce to students considera-

tions for living online. Students

will look at what the Internet is

and how e-mail has made a huge

impact for communicating with

others, as well as look at how to

find information on the Internet,

and how to protect yourself while

online.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this pa-

per a student will be able to:

Understand the computing fun-

damentals, the use of computers

and computers categories.

Understand and perform file

management, customize settings

for Windows and install and unin-

stall programs.

Understand and apply the prin-

ciples of good practice related

to the use of standard word-pro-

cessing, using Internet and email

package.

COMP5001 Computer Skills Advance

COURSE PREREQUISITE (S): COMP4001

This course is designed as and ad-vance computer skills foundation course for undergraduate studies

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in Information Technology, Com-munications, International Business Administration, Design and Engi-

neering.

Course objectives Introduce to students basic com-puter literacy through familiari-zation of the components that make up a computer. Introduce to students the differ-ent types of input and outputs devices. Introduce to students the basic to intermediate skills required to work with a variety of business documents. The first unit demon-strates how to create and man-age presentations using Micro-soft PowerPoint. The second unit deals with using Microsoft Excel to work with a variety of financial types of documents. Introduce to students security, ethics, privacy and the significant of the use of the computer of the

economic.

Learning Outcomes:

On successful completion of this pa-

per a student will be able to:

Understand the structure of com-

puters and be confident in the

use of basic hardware and soft-

ware components of a computer

system.

Understand the different input

and output devices and their use

with the computer.

Understand and apply the prin-

ciples of good practice related to

the use of standard spreadsheet,

and create and manage presenta-

tion-using PowerPoint.

Understand the application and

impact of information technol-

ogy in a variety of real-world situ-

ations and economic; be aware

of computer security risks, ethics

and information privacy.

ENGL 4001

General English Skills Elementry

Revise and further develop com-

municative competence in General

English in all skills to an Elementary

level.

Students should be able to:

Work in pairs or groups and par-

ticipate accordingly i.e. take turns

Follow university policies on at-

tendance and punctuality.

Bring required materials (pens,

pencils, folder, etc) to class.

Work to imposed deadlines.

Show respect for teachers and

others and their rights to have a

difference of opinion.

Students should be:

Familiar with the exam format

Familiar with Examination Regu-

lations, especially on cheating

Familiar with Foundation Speak-

ing and Writing Assessment Cri-

teria

ENGL 5001

General English Skills Pre-intermediate

Revise and further develop com-

municative competence in General

English in all skills to an Pre-Interme-

diate level.


Independently access and use

computer labs and the internet

for language learning.








Show respect for teachers and

others and their rights to have a

difference of opinion.

Students should be

Familiar with the exam format

Familiar with Examination Regu-

lations, especially on cheating

Familiar with Foundation Speak-

ing and Writing Assessment Cri-

teria

ENGL 5002

Academic English Skills Pre-intermediate

Introduce and develop communica-

tive competence in Academic Eng-

lish in all skills to a Pre-Intermediate

level.

By the end of the course students

should be able to:

Understand how to locate spe-

cific information using internet

search engines.

Create a simple term plan and

study schedules noting key

dates/events.

Describe learning experiences,

challenges, insights an oral inter-

view

Pure Mathematics ( MATH 5002 )


Understand the definition of a

function and its graph.

Solve quadratic, exponential, log-

arithmic equations.

Understand the definition of the

different types of angles and

measure them in degrees and ra-

dians.

Understand the definition of the

trigonometric functions and the

relation between them.

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Understand basic concepts of

descriptive statistics and prob-

ability.

ENGL 6001

General English Skills intermediate

Revise and continue to develop

communicative competence in Gen-

eral English in all skills to an Interme-

diate level.


Independently access and use

computer labs and the internet

for language learning.








and others and their rights to

have a difference of opinion.

show respect for teachers

ENGL 6002

Academic English Skills Intermediate

Revise and continue to develop

communicative competence in Aca-

demic English in all skills to an Inter-

mediate level.

By the end of the course students

should be able to :

Prepare an information search

plan

Use the LRC system for finding,

borrowing and returning library

material.

Locate a book/journal in the li-

brary using the catalogue.

Find specific information using

internet search engines and elec-

tronic resources.

Select or reject a source based on

difficulty level, relevance and cur-

rency.

Assess the reliability, objectivity

and authenticity of a source.

Create term planners and study

schedules noting key dates/

events.

Organise a feasible study sched-

ule that accommodates other re-

sponsibilities.

Describe learning experiences,

challenges and insights in a jour-

nal.

Keep a portfolio of their work

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The College requirement courses Description

Requirement courses are general for

all programmes and specializations,

that is, every student in the college

has to study them.

Course prefixes

Communication COMM

Business BUSN

Economic ECON

Information Technology INFT

English ENGL

Mathematics MATH

Islamic ISLM

Research RESR

Arabic ARAB

Course description

عربي 1100 مهارات اللغة العربية

3 ساعات معتمدة / 3 ساعات تدريسية

نوع المقرر : إجباري

المتطلب القبلي : ال يوجد

مقرر خاص بتدريس العربية لغير المتخصصين

، التطبيقية العلوم كلية تخصصات في بها

(غراض تتعلق بما يأتي:

بوصف للمجتمع الثقافية الهوية إبراز 1 ـ

العربية عنصرا رئيسا في ثقافته المعيارية.

وقراءة للكتابة سليمة لغوية أسس بناء 2 ـ

النص والتحدث.

الوظيفية للكتابة سليمة أسس بناء 3ـ

والتخصصية.

فهم النص اللغوي وامتالك قدرات مقبولة 4 ـ

على تذوقه وتحليله وإعادة تركيبه في ضوء

منهج وظيفي.

أسلم 4404 الثقافة ا'سالمية




اTسالمية الثقافة بتدريس خاص مقرر

تتعلق (غراض فيها، المتخصصين لغير

بعديها في اTسالمية الثقافة على بالتعرف

ومقوماتها وبمصادرها والسلوكي المعياري

للشخصية الثقافي وبالبناء وخصائصها،

المجتمع في أثرها تجلية عن فضال اTسالمية،

العماني وإبراز مدى مساهمته في إثرائها.

أقصد3402 تاريخ االقتصاد العماني

ساعتان معتمدتان / ساعتان تدريسيتان



التاريخ االقتصادي هو فرع من فروع علم التاريخ

العماني» االقتصاد «تاريخ ومقرر المختلفة.

كليات في الطالب لجميع عام متطلب هو

التخصصات التطبيقية ويدرس لكافة العلوم

ا(عمال وإدارة المعلومات، (تكنولوجيا

فإن وبذلك واالتصال) والتصميم، الدولية،

لمعرفة كلية متطلب عن عبارة هو المقرر

االقتصاد العماني في إطار تاريخي بما يتالءم

مع كافة التخصصات.

أسلم 4410 الثقافة ا'سالمية




بالثقافة التعريف على يشتمل المقرر

ومعرفة ،وخصائصها، ومصادرها ، اTسالمية

على والتعرف لها المعاصرة التحديات

للمجتمع أنجزته وما اTسالمية الحضارة

ومعرفة الغربية، الحضارة في وأثرها البشري

والوقوف اTسالم، في والمتغيرات الثوابت

اTسالمية والشريعة وأركانها، العقيدة على

بعض على والوقوف وأنظمتها، ومقاصدها

على والتعرف المعاصرة، الفقهية القضايا

والواجبات والحقوق والقيم المواطنة ثقافة

المتعلقة بها

BUSN 3404 Entrepreneurship

3 Credit Hours / 3 Contact Hours

Course Type: Compulsory

Prerequisites: None

This course has been designed to

provide the students with an overall

understanding of the concept of en-

trepreneurship and small business

management, and to prepare them

towards thinking and acting more

entrepreneurially and creatively in

the big business environment.

COMM 1201 Introduction to Communications



Prerequisites: None

This course aims to develop inter-

personal, oral presentation, writing

and job writing skills and under-

standing of how these effectively

take place. The course will also

provide an introduction to the pro-

cesses and techniques used within

corporate communications. Course

objectives include

Communication concepts

Barriers to communication

Listening skills & non-verbal com-

munication in an intercultural en-

vironment

Effective business writing and

Presentation techniques

Assertive communication and in-

terview skills

To examine businesses communi-

cations strategies to deal with the

media

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COMM3233 Interpersonal Skills



Prerequisites: None

Develop understanding the knowl-

edge underpinning communication,

practicing and acquiring communi-

cation skills and applying theses in

the workplace.

ENGL 1111 English for Academic Purposes (1)



Prerequisites: None

This is the first course in a series of

eight courses to be delivered over

four years. Throughout the 4 year

programme, students will extend

their general English language profi-

ciency as well as gaining the special-

ist English Language competencies

related to their major fields of study.

The programme also enables stu-

dents to become familiar with and

develop more effective strategies

to meet the demands of the Inter-

national English Language Testing

Examination (IELTS), an overall score

of 6.5 being the normal requirement

for admission to postgraduate stud-

ies in the English speaking world.

Students will need to join this course

with an English level equivalent to

IELTS 4.0. The course develops the

four skills of Listening, Speaking,

Reading and Writing, as well as the

grammatical framework and vocab-

ulary development strategies neces-

sary for students studying at degree

level.




Prerequisites: ENGL 1111

This course follows on from English 1A and focuses on reinforcing and further developing the four skills of Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing required for academic pur-poses. Students at the end of this course will be expected to be at a level of IELTS 4.5 overall and achieve 5.0 in the reading and writing bands.





Focuses on reinforcing and further developing the four skills of Listen-ing, Speaking, Reading and Writing acquired in English for Academic Purposes (2). As engl1111 and engl1222, this course enhances stu-dents’ Academic English to better cope with their specialized academ-ic courses.

INFT 1001 IT Fundamental



Prerequisites: None

The course will introduce students to software suitable for producing assignments - for example, word-processing and spreadsheet appli-cations. It will equip students with the skills and knowledge to pro-duce word-processed assignments to a high presentational standard, which include appropriate citations and references. Students will dem-onstrate how to use the Internet ef-fectively for research purposes. Stu-dents will learn terminology relating to information management and the computer use. They will learn to explain the principles of informa-

tion organization, including classifi-cation as well as to evaluate online information sources and services. They will demonstrate how to un-dertake an effective search strategy using different online search tool and explain how information is cre-ated and used in the scholarly com-munity. Students will be introduced

to information management issues

RESR2000 Introduction to Research

Methods



Prerequisites: None

This course aims to give students

familiarity with the terminology

and methodology of research. A key

objective is for students to gain an

understanding of how data are col-

lected, analyzed, and interpreted.

The course covers the use of experi-

mental designs and other research

techniques as they are applied in

organizational settings. The topics

covered should be particularly use-

ful for planning and implementing

academic research projects.

MATH1000 Mathematics


Course Type : Compulsory

Prerequisites : None

In this course students will be able

to :

Develop interpretive skills and

statistical literacy and improve

ability to communicate statisti-

cally.

Understand probability and

chance.

Understand and use matrices to

solve system of linear equation.

Understand and use basic deriva-

tives and integrations.

Diploma DegreeDescription

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Course Description

Course Code Course Name Cr/hr

ENG4411 English for the workplace 3

BUSN4444 Entrepreneurial Skills 3

COMM4242 Preparing for work 3

PROJ4000 Practical Project 3

BUSN3404: Entrepreneurship



Prerequisites: None

This subject makes students to un-derstand the role of Small Business Entrepreneurship in Oman and the basics of starting up and manag-ing Small Business Enterprises. It focuses mainly on the issues related to manage Small Business Entrepre-neurship successfully. It also pro-vides a comprehensive introduction to business opportunities, exploring market, especially those that are rel-evant to Omani business context. On completion of this course the student should understand basic principles of Small Business Entre-preneurship and be able to relate such developments to the establish-ment of a new product or service in

a competitive market.

Engl4433: English for the work place

3 Credit Hours


Prerequisites: None

The aim of the course is to enable

students to function in English in

a wide variety of professional / oc-

cupational settings at an interme-

diate level. The course attempts to

facilitate interaction with a range

of workplace text-types, to stimu-

late engagement with a range of

work-related topics and to develop

a range of work-related communica-

tive skills.

The decision to pitch the course at

a pre-intermediate entry level was

taken in recognition of the very low

language levels many CAS students

have and the fact that students on

the Diploma Program would be, by

definition, students who had failed

to make satisfactory academic pro-

gress, quite possibly because of

poor language skills. It was felt that

a course pitched at pre-intermedi-

ate entry would be accessible to the

great majority of students entering

the Diploma and would serve to

consolidate the English Language

skills of many while extending the

English Language skills of some

BUSN4444 Entrepreneurial Skill



Prerequisites: None

This subject makes students to un-

derstand the role of Small Business

Entrepreneurship in Oman and the

basics of starting up and manag-

ing Small Business Enterprises. It

focuses mainly on the issues related

to manage Small Business Entrepre-

neurship successfully. It also pro-

vides a comprehensive introduction

to business opportunities, exploring

market, especially those that are rel-

evant to Omani business context.

On completion of this course the

student should understand basic

principles of Small Business Entre-

preneurship and be able to relate

such developments to the establish-

ment of a new product or service in

a competitive market.

COMM 4242 Preparing for work




The basic objective of the diploma

is preparing students jobs. The aim

of this module is to give students

the opportunity to understand the

different dimensions in communi-

cation skills and the importance of

negotiation and time management.

The characteristics which separate

personal from impersonal interac-

tions. It focuses on speaking and

presentations skills to provide confi-

dence in public communication. The

course provides an opportunity to

develop and sharpen writing skills.

PROJ4000 Practical Project



The course cultivates awareness of

research. Given intensifying compe-

tition at international level, research

is essential in order to enhance ef-

fectiveness. On successful com-

pletion of the course, the students

should be able to:

Learn how to design, manage,

and complete a research project

Comprehend the research pro-

cess

Effectively identify problems and

appropriate analytical approach

Learn to accumulate and analyze

data

Produce a high quality written re-

search report

Experience practical work experi-

ence

InternationalBusiness

AdministrationBachelors

Description

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Course Description

ENGL 2255 English for Specific Purposes

(International Business Administration)



Prerequisites: None

This course aims to develop four

academic language skill areas, criti-

cal thinking skills and competency

in understanding and expressing

an increased range of simple and

complex ideas related to subjects

that have been studied, academic

writing and reading skills using a

range of authentic texts, presenta-

tion skills relevant to an academic or

workplace conte xt, and productive

use of the first two thousand most

frequent words of English and re-

ceptive as well as productive knowl-

edge of the most frequent academic

words encountered in courses stud-

ied this semester. It facilitates the

English language skills related to

International Business administra-

tion. It equips students with ESP

vocabulary, writing genres, reading

and listening.

MATH 1004 Mathematics for Interna-

tional Business Administration



Prerequisites: MATH5001

By the end of this course, students

will be able to:

Understand and use matrices

Understand and use basic deriva-

tives.

Understand the meaning of linear

programming (LP) and be familiar

with its terminology.

Appreciate, through examples,

the role of LP in solving practical

problems especially in business

and economics.

Formulate some simple LP prob-

lems.

Solve simple LP problems by

hand and by using suitable com-

puter packages.

Get acquainted with the trans-

portation and assignment prob-

lem.

Analyze the network diagram of a

given project, especially the time

needed to complete each task

of the project, and identifying

the critical path to find the time

needed to complete the total

project.

Construct the network diagram

of a given project.

Finding the cost of a project.

Finding the shortest-route of net-

work flow diagram.

ACCT1401 Fundamentals of Accounting



Prerequisites: None

This course introduces the principles

of financial accounting and begins

with basic double entry concepts,

classification of accounts. It deals

with the accounting cycle stages,

identifying and measuring of finan-

cial transactions, recording of finan-

cial transactions in the general jour-

nal, and posting of journal entries in

to the general ledger, preparation of

adjusted trial balance, preparation

of financial statements at the end

of financial period. An emphasis is

on the sole proprietorship, includ-

ing both service and merchandising

operations.

ACCT2402 Managerial Accounting




This paper emphasizes the organi-

zational and social context of ac-

counting. It is based on the view

that accounting is a social science

that impacts on individuals, busi-

ness organizations, government,

nonprofit organizations and society

and it is an integral aspect of the

management of organizations. The

paper covers both the theoretical

and the practical aspects of usage

of accounting and non-accounting

information, to serve different lev-

els of managers particularly the top

management for planning, co-coor-

dinating, controlling, performance

evaluating, and decision-making

activities in complex organizations.

ACCT2403 Computerized Accounting



Prerequisites: None

This course will provide an under-

standing to students of setting up

and operating a financial accounting

system using a commercial software

package. It will enable the students

to maintain proper books for the

businesses, using the very popular

Sage Instant/Line 50 software. This

course covers all aspects of setting

up a computerized accounting sys-

tem from scratch, including the pro-

duction of sales & purchases ledg-

ers, nominal ledgers, credit control

and VAT management.

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ACCT 3401Intermediate Accounting



Prerequisites: ACCT 1401

This course begins with an explora-

tion of the conceptual framework

of financial accounting as the theo-

retical foundation for addressing ex-

ternal reporting issues. Expands the

Fundamental Accounting Principles

in which the emphasis on theory of

accounts is maintained throughout

the course.The application of ac-

counting theory in financial state-

ments, income and expense rec-

ognition, and asset valuation and

disclosure relative to current and

long-term assets are considered in

detail. Concentration is on the anal-

ysis of financial statements, present

value analysis, cash and cash flows,

receivables, and inventory. A signifi-

cant amount of time is devoted to

financial statement preparation and

presentation. Emphasis is placed on

the balance sheet. Each of the prin-

cipal asset accounts shown on the

face of the balance sheet is stud-

ied in detail. The accounting cycle,

measurement of income, acquisi-

tion and disposal of assets, and the

time value of money are some of the

specific topics covered.

ACCT 3402Advanced Managerial Accounting

3 Credit Hours/ 4Contact Hours



This course deals with cost and

managerial accounting as a source

of financial and non-financial in-

formation that provides to internal

users for planning, controlling, per-

formance evaluation, and decisions-

making, in both profit and non-

profit organizations. This course will

explain the role of cost accounting

information for planning and con-

trol. Discuss the planning role of

budgets and explain how to prepare

the operation and financial budgets,

based on fixed and flexible budget

approaches to serve the profit-plan-

ning goal. Explain the controlling

role of managerial accounting by

using standard costing system. Ana-

lyze the cost variances, using new

cost accounting techniques for plan-

ning and control such as Kazen Ap-

proach, Total Quality Management,

Balanced Scorecard, Back-flush

Costing and Just in Time Production

Costing System,. This course will

discuss also the Responsibility Ac-

counting and Control of Decentral-

ized Operations. Finally, this course

will discuss the role of cost account-

ing information for Decision-Making

such as Pricing Decisions and Cost

Management. Capital Budget and

Cost Analysis, Management Control

System, Transfer Pricing, and Perfor-

mance Evaluation Measurements.

ACCT3403 International Accounting



Prerequisites: ACCT2402

With the growing globalisation

of trade and commerce, many ac-

counting issues, which till recently

were considered to be domestic,

have assumed international dimen-

sions. Both domestic and multina-

tional corporations have increas-

ingly been confronting and tackling

these issues in varying degrees. The

objective of this course is to exam-

ine how these changes are affecting

the way accounting is practised in-

ternationally. In short, we intend to

prepare our students to be able to

contribute professionally in a global

environment. This course builds on

knowledge gathered in other ac-

counting and finance courses and

will cover topics such as the need

for and importance of studying in-

ternational accounting, the role of

cultural and societal values in under-

standing differences in accounting

and reporting practices in selected

countries, the international account-

ing harmonization process and the

role of the International Accounting

Standards Board (lASB) and other

accounting standard setting bod-

ies in the world. The course will also

examine the nature and growth

of multinational corporations and

financial reporting issues such as

business combinations and finan-

cial statement analysis, foreign ex-

change and accounting for foreign

currency transactions. In addition,

international management account-

ing, auditing and taxation issues will

be discussed.

ACCT 3404Accounting for Governmental

and Non Profit Organizations




This course aims to give students

familiarity with the terminology and

accounting system used in govern-

mental and not-for-profit organi-

zations. Review of latest standards

introduced by Governmental Ac-

counting Standards Board (GASB).

The objective of this course is to

make students familiar with theo-

retical and practical aspects of ac-

counting system used in Govern-

ment and non-profit organizations.

Learning with a purpose and appli-

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cation of the subject matter is the

primary focus of this course. Your

attention should be aimed at learn-

ing concepts and application in and

around governmental accounting

and accounting system used in Om-

ani governmental institutions and

offices and other non-profit

ACCT 3405 Corporate Accounting and Law



Prerequisites: ACCT 1401/ACCT 3401

This course builds on the fundamen-

tal knowledge of accounting proce-

dures gained in Intermediate and

Financial Accounting. It involves the

comprehensive study of aspects of

corporate accounting and reporting

which are regulated by legislation,

accounting standards, International

Securities and Investment Commis-

sion and Stock Exchange require-

ments. Company accounting, and

accounts presentations are both

rapidly changing with the continued

change in professional accounting

standards and amendments to cor-

porations law. Ensuring compliance

with changing regulations is an on-

going concern of accounting prac-

tice. This course is designed to pro-

vide students with grounding in the

regulation and practice of corporate

reporting followed internationally.

The major orientation is towards the

theoretical and practical aspects of

corporate reporting, whilst at the

same time exploring the reasons for

regulatory disclosures.This course is

aimed at equipping students with

a practical and conceptual under-

standing of corporate accounting

standards, practices and basics of

company law. This unit also aims to

provide students with a comprehen-

sive and practical understanding of

the financial reporting requirements

for corporate entities, their regulato-

ry disclosure requirements and why

and how they disclose and report

financial information.

ACCT 4401 - Accounting Information

Systems

3 Credit Hours/ 4 Contact Hours



An in-depth study of the application of information systems knowledge to the accounting environment. The course is designed to familiarize the student with the basic knowl-edge of manual and computerized accounting systems from a design and an audit standpoint.The focus would be on Transaction flowchart-ing and internal controls of revenue, expenditure and conversion cycles are covered in detail. The course is also, focused on basic computer terminology, EDP controls, and re-lational databases. It also explains the design and internal control per-spectives of accounting information systems, through systems analysis, decision support systems, system implementation, and the audit of management information systems.

ACCT 4402 Auditing



Prerequisites: None

The course emphasizes and assists

the student in developing various

skills necessary for the conduct of

an audit. This course presents a sys-

tematic approach to auditing that

will enable students to conceptually

and practically understand concepts

of auditing and the auditing pro-

cess and apply the procedures and

techniques involved in the practice

of auditing, including the audit of

computerized systems. The course

enables candidates to develop a

broad knowledge of the theoretical

concepts, principles and scope of

auditing, together with the appli-

cation of practical procedures and

techniques.

ACCT 4403 Taxation



Prerequisites: None

This course continues the study of the fundamentals of the Income Tax Law as established in the Income Tax Act and practical applications outlined in the Income Tax Act Inter-pretation Bulletins. It will include the study of the taxation of partnership income, the calculation of taxable income and taxes payable for cor-porations (including Corporations, Partnerships, S-Corporations, Trusts, Estates and Gift Taxation), integra-tion of business and investment income, corporate surplus distribu-tions, wind-ups and rollovers in cor-porations.

ACCT 4404 Accounting Project



Prerequisites: None

This course is intended to develop

research capability, in order to ad-

dress specific real-life problems

within the context of the interna-

tional business. The course will

make transparent managerial value

of research by addressing how it

reduces uncertainty and improves

important business practices and

outcomes. It will develop and con-

solidate the ability to recognise the

problem, undertake analysis, evalu-

ate, select and implement the ap-

propriate course of action.

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BUSN 1400 Business Fundamentals



Prerequisites: None

This subject engages students to

understand the contemporary busi-

ness environment and the basics

and dynamics of starting up and

managing business enterprises. It

provides fundamental or basic intro-

duction to broad topics such as the

business environment, principles of

entrepreneurship, managing busi-

ness operations, and business re-

lated issues relevant to Omani busi-

ness context.

BUSN2401 Business Economics



Prerequisites: None

Business economics is concerned

with the analysis of economic phe-

nomena from the perspective of in-

dividual, business and market. This

course is designed in way that stu-

dent to build an understanding of

the economics of the market place

and its influence on individual and

business decision making. In partic-

ular the course focuses on microeco-

nomic principles that demonstrate

the role and limitations of both com-

petitive and imperfectly competi-

tive markets in motivating socially

efficient consumer and business

choices. The course introduces key

characteristics of different types of

economic environments from both

a business and policy perspectives.

It highlights how different market

types (structures) influence busi-

nesses’ strategies providing relevant

tools for analysis. The course will

present factual material concerning

the operation of the firm and house-

hold as well as the development of

rudimentary understanding of eco-

nomic decision-making.

BUSN2402 Quantitative Methods for

Business



Prerequisites: None

Students will be introduced to a

variety of mathematical, statistical

and econometric techniques. Topics

have been selected so that students

should learn the most important

quantitative skills needed in eco-

nomics and finance. They also have

a wide applicability to other man-

agement and social science analyses

and research. The main emphasis is

on recognizing which techniques

are appropriate for particular types

of problems and on using the tech-

niques to solve problems. There will

also be a focus on interpreting the

results. Calculations will use a mix-

ture of real or constructed data from

international sources.

BUSN3401 International Business

Environment




Effective organisations are those

that ensure consistency between

their external environments and

internal operations (strategy, man-

agement). This paper examines the

principal facets - economic, cultural,

political, technological and compet-

itive - of the contemporary interna-

tional business environment.

BUSN3402 Business Law & Ethics




The focus of the course is to provide

working knowledge of local and in-

ternational business laws and basic

ethical concepts. It examines the

foundations of law and general busi-

ness laws applicable to all commer-

cial operations both in Oman and

international markets. The course

also discusses local and internation-

al legal and ethical requirements in

the operation of a business. It also

emphasizes that every day decisions

in management of the business op-

eration have to be valid, legal and

ethical.

BUSN 3403 Business Communication &

Public Relations



Prerequisites: None

Managers spend a substantial por-

tion of their day communicating

with others - interacting, planning

communication and interpreting

others’ communication. Research

shows that their skill in doing so is

critical to their success. This paper

focuses on the processes by which

managers communicate with oth-

ers, both internal and external to the

organization.

This course will explore the major

communicative practices of man-

agement and introduce students to

some of the major theories underly-

ing management communication

as an area of study. Additionally,

students will develop your skills and

knowledge in creating and analyz-

ing communication strategies.

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BUSN 4403 International Business

Strategy



Prerequisites: BUSN2401

Effective organisations are those that ensure consistency between their external environments and internal operations (strategy, man-agement). This paper examines the principal facets - economic, cultural, political, technological and com-petitive - of the contemporary in-ternational business environment. The aim of this course is to assist students to develop skills and ac-quire knowledge that will enhance their ability to more effectively un-derstand, interpret and engage in international business practices and disciplinary discourse. The source gives insights into the complexity of the international business environ-ment and the challenges it poses for

multinational firms

BUSN4404 International Business Project



Prerequisites: RESR2000

This is an investigation of a real

world international business re-

search topic appropriate to a stu-

dent of international business.The

International Business Project is a

major piece of applied research. The

project is normally prepared for a

sponsor and addresses a practical

issue within the sponsor’s organi-

zation. Students are encouraged to

identify their own topics, since de-

ciding the appropriate question(s)

to ask is a pivotal part of manage-

ment, and often extremely difficult;

once the right question has been

identified the solution will often fall

conveniently into place.

BUSN 4405 Economics of the Gulf Coop-

eration Council Countries

3Credit Hours / 3 Contact Hours



The purpose of this course is to en-

able students to analyse the inten-

sity of GCC economic cooperation

and integration and equip them

with a critical understanding of the

economic issues in GCC debate. The

course provides a blend of descrip-

tive information, theory and em-

pirical analysis. Theoretical analysis

forms an essential part of the course.

Moreover, the purpose of the course

is to familiarize the students with

the GCC economy and enable them

to acquire some analytical skills and

tools to analyze Oman/GCC eco-

nomic issues, polices, programmes

and strategies.

This course will provide opportunity

to the students to analyse economic

policies and issues at national, re-

gional and international level.

ECON3401 Macroeconomics and the

Global Economy




Where as microeconomics focuses

on individual decisions by consum-

ers and producers, macroeconomics

deals with the aggregate results of

these individual decisions. The goal

of this paper is to define the main

broad economic aggregates like

GDP and the level of prices, and to

understand their behaviour in the

short-run and in the long-run. It will

introduce basic models of macro-

economics and illustrates principles

using examples from Oman and

other economies. Also it will provide

students with the tools to under-

stand the global economic environ-

ment that we live and work in with

a special focus on the international

economy.

FINA3401 Finance




This paper introduces students to

the basics of finance. It enables all

students to understand the financial

markets and their usefulness in the

business environment. It ensures

that students have skills in financial

problem solving from a corporate

perspective. It introduces the stu-

dents to the concepts of financial

risk. It makes students aware of the

investment decision making pro-

cess.

FINA4401 International Finance

3 Credit Hours /4 Contact Hours


Prerequisites: FINA 3401

This paper is designed to help the

student comprehend the complexi-

ties faced by the firm operating in

an increasingly international envi-

ronment, and to deal with them in

an efficient manner. International

dimensions of finance are explored

from a corporate perspective. The

nature, role and current state of in-

ternational financial markets are

considered.

FINA4402 Financial Statement Analysis



Prerequisites: FINA 3401

This course is designed to develop

the necessary skills to understand fi-

nancial statements, assess the qual-

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ity of accounting and identify any

distortions of financial performance

of an enterprise. This course is also

aiming to provide the students the

advance skills and techniques to

analyze financial statements for the

purpose of valuation.

HOSP3401 Rooms Division Operations



Prerequisites: None

This subject is a consideration of res-

ervation and reception procedures;

cashiering; night audit; housekeep-

ing procedures; departmental re-

cords and statistics; guest relations;

health, safety and security; general

cleaning; servicing bedrooms and

bathrooms; and computerized sys-

tems .This paper provides students

with the knowledge and skills nec-

essary to develop and consolidate

their ability to understand practical

aspects of rooms division opera-

tions within the context of the hos-

pitality industry.

HOSP3403 Hospitality Law & Ethics



Prerequisites: None

An exploration of law and ethics and

their application within the hospital-

ity industry including consideration

of the implication s of unethical and

illegal activity. This paper helps the

student to understand both local

and international legal and ethical

requirements in the operation of a

tourism or hospitality business.

HOSP4401Food & Beverage Operations



Prerequisites: None

An introduction to safety and hy-

giene; kitchen equipment; princi-

pals of cookery; menu and work flow

knowledge; recipe interpretation;

storage; equipment (cutlery, crock-

ery, glassware); table settings; menu

knowledge; product knowledge

(wines and spirits); customer rela-

tions; styles of service; beverage ser-

vice; and physical environment.This

paper provides students with the

knowledge and skills necessary to

develop and consolidate their abil-

ity to understand practical aspects

of food and beverage operations

within the context of the hospitality

industry.

HOSP4402 Food & Beverage Management

3 Credit Hours / 3Contact Hours


Prerequisites: HOSP4401

A consideration of activity variances

and ratio; cost volume analysis; in-

ventory management; purchasing,

receiving and storage; portion con-

trol and yield management; stock

taking and stock rotation; evalua-

tion of computer systems; mainte-

nance systems.

This paper provides students with

the knowledge and skills necessary

to develop and consolidate their

ability to analyse and understand

food and beverage management

within the context of the hospitality

industry.

HOSP4403 Rooms Division Management



Prerequisites: HOSP3401

A consideration of staff scheduling;

forecasting and budgeting; control;

rooms pricing; revenue maximiza-

tion ; purchase specifications; rooms

occupancy maximization (yield

management).





rooms division management within

the context of hospitality industry.

HOSP4404 Strategic Hospitality Management



Prerequisites: TUHS3401

An exploration of strategy in hos-

pitality industry; strategy formula-

tion, choice and implementation;

determination of information needs

mediums, feedback and evalua-

tion; competitive methods as in-

vestments, and value adding in the

hospitality industry; competencies

of vision, branding, and integrating

methods; strategy implementation:

organising and using the plan and

managing change at business unit

level, corporate level, and the global

level.





strategic management within the

context of the hospitality industry.

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HOSP4405 International Hospitality

Project



Prerequisites: RESR2000

An investigation of a real world hos-

pitality business research topic ap-

propriate to a student in hospitality

management.

The aim of this paper is to give stu-

dents the opportunity to apply

knowledge from multiple disciplines

in the development of a hospitality

business plan.

MANG2401 Introduction to Management



Prerequisites: None

Introduction to Management is a

core paper. It is a paper suitable for

anyone interested in the basic fun-

damentals of business relating to

planning, organizing, leading and

controlling. It provides a critical

awareness of major environmental

influences which impact on an or-

ganization’s performance and the

quality of managerial implementa-

tion. This paper is a combination of

lectures and tutorials.

MANG2402World of Electronic Commerce



Prerequisites: None

Electronic commerce involves the

exchange of products, services and

information using the Internet and

other digital technologies.

This paper provides you with a com-

prehensive introduction to electron-

ic commerce from both a manage-

ment and a technical perspective.

MANG 2403 Operations Management



Prerequisites: None

Operations management is con-

cerned with the design, planning,

direction and control of all the fa-

cilities, processes and activities re-

quired to transform labor, capital,

materials, energy, and skills into per-

formance and delivery of goods and

services. Operations managers have

the direct responsibility of getting

the job done. They must provide the

leadership to produce the product

or service demanded by the cus-

tomer.

MANG3401 International Human

Resource Management



Prerequisites: MANG2401

This paper introduces students to

the main areas of human resource

management, and makes compari-

sons of human resource practices

across countries. At the start, the

paper attempts to relate human

resource practices back to law, in

particular the laws of Oman, and

culture.

MANG 4401Strategic Management



Prerequisites: MANG2401

As a course strategic management

aims to develop your ability to think

strategically about an organisa-

tion’s current and future situation.

It builds on your knowledge and

understanding of the basic manage-

ment concepts. You review many of

the conventional Strategic Manage-

ment concepts, as well as a series of

the latest models for handling stra-

tegic issues and processes. Cases

are used throughout the course to

illustrate key concepts and to de-

velop your skills in strategic analysis

and strategic thinking. As a “hands

on” approach is needed to develop

these skills, you need to get actively

involved and practise applying the

frameworks and models. Study

teams are used for activities in class

and for assigned tasks and informal

study outside class time. Between

classes, you have questions to inves-

tigate and exercises to do, in addi-

tion to the readings.

MRKT2401 Marketing



Prerequisites: None

Introduction to marketing is a core

paper. It is a paper suitable for any-

one interested in the basic funda-

mentals of marketing, relating to

advertising, PR, communication,

consumer behaviors and the mar-

ket. It provides a critical awareness

of major environmental influences

which impact on an organizational

products and services. This paper is

a combination of lectures and tuto-

rials.

MRKT4401International Marketing



Prerequisites: MRKT2401

International Marketing is a concern

for all organizations and can pro-

vide them with further growth and

stability. The unique characteristics

of the international environments

which are encountered, present a

challenge to the marketer’s skills.

This paper is designed to examine a

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range of issues facing organizations

that are looking to go international.

The paper looks beyond export mar-

keting to include a range of market

entry strategies. Also considered

are environmental issues, adapta-

tion versus standardization, interna-

tional marketing research, national

culture, global and regional trading

bodies, and the central international

marketing mix issues.

TOUR3401 Tourism Law & Ethics



Prerequisites: None

On completion of this paper the stu-

dent will have a working knowledge

of local and international tourism

law concepts. This paper examines

the foundations of law, general

business law applicable to all com-

mercial operations and laws specific

to the tourism sector both in Oman

and internationally. This paper dis-

cusses both local and international

ethical requirements in the opera-

tion of a tourism business.

TOUR3402 Tourism Package Operations




This course is organized to explore

the holiday industry from several

perspectives. It takes a broad view-

point of inclusive overseas holidays

by air as this form of holiday is the

characteristic mode of popular

long–distance holiday taking. It is

typified by large-scale resort de-

velopment in destination areas, by

charter airline travel linking many

points of tourist origin with a wide

range of destinations and by the cre-

ation of and management of pack-

aged holidays by tour operators

based in holidaymakers’ countries of

origin.

The course also explores manage-

ment strategies in the design, devel-

opment, distribution and delivery

of inclusive tour travel programme

and offers students the opportunity

to expand skills and knowledge ac-

quired in other subjects.

TOUR3403 Destination Management and

Marketing




The aim of this course is to introduce

the subject of Destination Manage-

ment and Marketing. The course

explores patterns of movements

generated by the interactions of

demand for and supply of tourism

resources, along with geographi-

cal distributions factors such as dis-

tance and accessibility. It examines

and explains rafts of approaches

which countries, destinations and

host communities introduce to re-

tain their own identity, and yet ab-

sorb modernism in an era of global

travel and investment. Students are

recommended to familiarise them-

selves with broader concerns of des-

tination and visitor management

before moving on to the more specif-

ic topic of marketing, management

and events organisation.

TOUR3404 Tourism, Management & the

Environment



Prerequisites: None

On completion of this paper the stu-dent will have a working knowledge of local and international environ-ment concepts. This paper examines

the foundations of environment, sustainable environment applicable to all commercial operations and specific to the tourism sector both in Oman and international. This pa-per discusses both local and interna-tional environment requirements in

the operation of a tourism business.

TOUR4401Tourism Impact Analysis




This paper provides students with an opportunity to learn about the impacts of tourism, and to appre-ciate the different planning and management issues from a tourism perspective. The paper covers tour-ism impact study; tourism planning and tools and techniques in tourism planning; visitor management; sus-

tainable management of tourism

TOUR4402 Strategic Tourism Management








strategic management within the

context of the travel and tourism in-

dustry.

TOUR4403 International Tourism Project



Prerequisites: RESR 2000

An investigation of a real world

tourism business research topic ap-

propriate to a student in tourism

management. The aim of this paper

is to give students the opportunity

to apply knowledge from multiple

disciplines in the development of a

tourism business plan.

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TUHS1401 Introduction to Tourism &

Hospitality



Prerequisites: None

This course aims to provide students

with a basic introduction to the

tourism and hospitality industry. It

aims to provide knowledge and un-

derstanding of the key concepts and

subject areas they will study if they

choose either the Tourism manage-

ment or Hospitality management

majors of the IBA degree.

TUHS3401 Introduction to Hospitality

and Tourism Management



Prerequisites: None

An introduction to hospitality and

tourism management, its organisa-

tions and structures, along with an

introduction to the issues impacting

on management. This course gives

students an overview of the Tour-

ism and Hospitality sectors. It looks

at the planning, implementation

and control functions in the tourism

and hospitality industries and gives

students an understanding of the

structure of the tourism and hospi-

tality industries and the relationship

between the two is provided.

TUHS3403 Hospitality and Tourism

Marketing



Prerequisites: MRKT2401

This paper intends to provide stu-

dents with an understanding of

marketing and research from an

international viewpoint and mar-

keting practices relating to the hos-

pitality and tourism industry. The

paper covers an introduction to in-

ternational hospitality and tourism

marketing; appraisal of international

tourism markets; understanding di-

versity and differences in overseas

markets; strategies for international

hospitality and tourism marketing;

use and role of research.

TUHS3404 Hospitality & Tourism Infor-

mation Systems



Prerequ isites: None

An exploration and analysis of the

use of technology within the tour-

ism and hospitality industries and its

implications for business services.

This paper will look at the vital and

enabling role that technology plays

in the tourism and hospitality indus-

tries, and how the use of technology

assists with the further expansion

within those industries.

TUHS4401 Consumer Demand in Tourism

and Hospitality



Prerequisites: TUSH3401

This paper is intended to provide

an overview of consumer behav-

iour in tourism. The course looks at

the subject from an international

perspective, highlighting topical is-

sues in the subject area and brings

together, for the students, the lat-

est research findings in the field. In

doing so, the course will attempt to

link theory to practice and show the

implications of consumer behaviour

theory for marketing practice.

TUHS4402 Hospitality & Tourism Invest-

ment Analysis



Prerequisites: None

This course makes students familiar

with the financial statement analysis

and interpretation with conceptual

understanding and practical use of

accounting information in hospi-

tality industry. The key objective is

for a student is to develop manage-

rial accounting procedures, analysis

techniques and reporting skills.

TUHS4403 Entrepreneurship in Hospital-

ity & Tourism




The majority of tourism and hospi-

tality organisations in most of the

developing nations are categorised

as small businesses. Entrepreneur-

ship remains difficult to define, be-

cause it is a multifaceted phenom-

enon that spans many disciplinary

boundaries, and different studies

of entrepreneurship have adopted

different theoretical perspectives,

units of analysis and methodologies.

This course encourages students to

investigate issues in the entrepre-

neurial development of tourism and

hospitality businesses. You are ex-

pected to navigate through complex

sets of overlapping concepts such as

planning, management, marketing,

financial, human resources, innova-

tion, environmental, legal issues,

new products, and small business

operations. You will have an oppor-

tunity to practice developing a pro-

ject proposal or a feasibility study

related to tourism and hospitality in

this course.

InformationTechnologyBachelors

Description

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Courses Description


(Information Technology)



Prerequisites: None




in understanding and expressing an

increased range of simple and com-

plex ideas related to subjects that

have been studied,

academic writing and reading skills

using a range of authentic texts,

presentation skills relevant to an

academic or workplace context,

and productive use of the first two

thousand most frequent words of

English and receptive as well as pro-

ductive knowledge of the most fre-

quent academic words encountered

in courses studied this semester. It

facilitates the English language skills

related to Information technology.

It equips students with ESP vocabu-

lary, writing genres, reading and lis-

tening.

MATH 1005 Mathematics for Information

Technology





Understand and use matrices.

Solve simultaneous linear equa-

tions using different methods.

Understand and use the opera-

tions on vectors.

Understand and deal with the

algebraic structures ( group, ring

,fields, and vector spaces).

Understand and find the first and

second derivatives of polynomial,

trigonometric, exponential and

logarithmic functions.

Find the Maclaurin and Taylor Se-

ries for the exponential, logarith-

mic, and trigonometric functions. INFT1002 Foundations of Digital Technology



Prerequisites: None

This course aims to develop stu-

dents’ knowledge and skills related

to computer hardware, and intro-

duces them to some topics that they

will study in depth if they choose

either the Networking or IT Security

majors of the BIT degree. The course

introduces students to fundamental

technical concepts needed to un-

derstand the operation of comput-

ers, networks and commonly-used

information and communication

technologies.

MATH1022 Introduction to Discrete

Mathematics




This course aims to further develop

students’ numerical skills and pre-

pares them for the Discrete Mathe-

matics course taught in Year 2 of the

programme. This course introduces

students to discrete mathematics

and logic. Topics include the differ-

ence between discrete and continu-

ous data, sets, predicate logic and

mathematical induction.

MATH3001 Discrete Mathematics




This course gently introduces stu-

dents to the language and methods

of set theory and discrete math-

ematics. The intention is to provide

a firm foundation for data structures

and recursive algorithms, as well as

confidence in reading and under-

standing proofs, without trying to

make mathematicians of the stu-

dents

NETW2101 Networks (1)



Prerequisites: INFT 1101

Fundamentals aspects of data com-

munications, including transmission

media, signals and encoding, mul-

tiplexing, data compression, error

detection and correction, security,

and protocols. Computer networks,

including the Open System Inter-

connect (OSI) model, Local Area Net-

works (WANs), routing algorithms,

congestion control, and transport

services. Principles of the Internet,

including the TCP/IP reference mod-

el, the Internet Protocol (IP) suite,

various Internet applications, and

IPV6.

NETW3001 Networks (2)



Prerequisites: NETW2101

Fundamental aspects of data com-

munications, signals and encod-

ing, modulation, multiplexing, data

compression, error detection and

correction, security, and protocols.

Computer networks, Local Area Net-

works (LANs) and their IEEE stand-

ards, flow and error control, Wide

Area Networks (WANs), routing al-

gorithms, WAN protocols such as

(x.25, Frame Relay), ISDN and ATM.

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NETW3005 Operating Systems



Prerequisites: None

This course addresses the design

and implementation of operating

systems. It examines fundamental

concepts such as resource man-

agement, concurrency, protection

and security. Examples drawn from

a range of modern operating sys-

tems illustrate these concepts, and

coursework provides practical expe-

rience in the design and implemen-

tation of operating systems.

NETW 3006 : Advanced Operating System



Prerequisites: NETW 3005

Operating System are pervasive

they are found in our desktop and

laptop computers, our cell phones

and PDAs, our cars and washing ma-

chines ,etc. The operating system

is responsible for managing the re-

sources of these devices in manner

that efficiently supports application

while hiding the details of the differ-

ent technology .

This course examines fundamental

operating system concepts such

as resource management, concur-

rency, protection and security. Ex-

amples used in the course are drawn

from a range of modern operating

system, and coursework provides

significant practical experience in

the design and implemented of op-

erating system.

NETW4009 Innovations in Networks and

Security



Prerequisites: NETW 2102

The purpose of this course is to build

an in-depth understanding of key

emerging topics in telecommunica-

tions networks, computer networks,

the application, and security. These

topics include GPS, vehicular net-

works, security of sensor networks,

QoS of next generation satellite net-

works, Future of the Internet. In addi-

tion, students will have tutorials on

topic analysis, design of advanced

networks, DDoS, and Innovations

in cryptography, cryptanalyst etc.

In addition, students will have the

capacity to configure firewall and

IPSec configuration. Another key

objective of the course is to provide

hands-on experience and tutorials

on network configuration and secu-

rity design and analysis. This innova-

tion course is designed to be offered

to last semester students of the se-

curity and networking tracks offered

at CAS to provide an IT Bachelor stu-

dent with up to date information in

the fields related, and to build the

research capacity of students and

prepare them for graduate studies

or specialized certificates.

NETW 4001 Network Technology




This course provides an understand-

ing of network history, theory, de-

sign, administration practices, and

security risks and measures. Con-

temporary networks, operating sys-

tems and tools are studied to rein-

force these theories, practices and

measures.

NETW4002Network Management




This course explores network man-agement and system administra-tion. Topics covered include instal-lation of Linux, user management, configuration of network servers, network management protocols and tools, network performance and reliability, secret and public key cryptography, authentication proto-cols, network firewalls and security

tools.

NETW 4003Internetworking


Course Type: Elective


This course builds on the under-standing of networks gained in Network Management and teaches students what they need to know in order to design and implement their own network programs, with special emphasis on IP design issues.

NETW4004 Wireless Networking




This course presents the founda-

tions and key techniques for wire-

less communications while allowing

students to acquire practical skills

in applying these techniques and

developing wireless networking ap-

plications. Coverage and capacity

of mobile networks; radio propaga-

tion; signal processing in mobile

systems; data transmission, code di-

vision multiple access; satellite com-

munications; wireless LANs; types of

mobile communications systems;

and wireless application develop-

ment.

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NETW4005 Computer Security A




This course addresses information

security management (information

assurance) dealing with the princi-

ples, procedures, techniques and

tools necessary to provide availabil-

ity, integrity, authentication, confi-

dentiality, and non-repudiation of

that information. Security measures

are, in most cases, interdependent

and therefore the course will take a

holistic approach to risk reduction

mindful of this interdependence.

NETW4006 Network Security A


Course Type : Elective

Prerequisites : NETW2101

The course provides students with

an advanced understanding of the

different techniques to secure data

for network communication. When

data is sent through the network dif-

ferent types of protection should

be ensured from unauthorized (ac-

cidental or intentional) modifica-

tion, destruction, or disclosure. This

protection includes techniques

which provide data authentication,

confidentiality, integrity, non-repu-

diation. Course subject matter will

focus on security measures involv-

ing data ciphering/encryption and

existing encryption protocols.

NETW4007 Computer Security B




The course focuses on administra-

tive and operational procedures

associated with computer informa-

tion security. Each student selects a

research topic and prepares a formal

written paper covering the topic

based on contemporary literature.

In many cases this report will com-

prise the performance of a security

audit of an existing organisation.

The initial scope proposal document

and confidentiality agreements are

finalised before the investigation is

carried out and a report prepared

NETW4008 Network Security B




The course provides the students

with an advanced understanding

of how to design network security:

configuring machines to protect

them against malicious intrusion

attempts or existing holes; defin-

ing the required levels of protection

when necessary; and assessing the

risks of using different operating

systems. Each student will familiar-

ize herself with the security com-

ponents available in a Windows

network and a Linux network envi-

ronment.

SFDV1000 Introduction to Dynamic Web

Development



Prerequisites: None

This course aims to develop stu-

dents’ knowledge and skills related

to computer software. Topics in-

clude: Concepts and techniques

used to create websites, including

basic website design and develop-

ment and an introduction to pro-

gramming techniques through the

use of client-side scripting using

Java script to create dynamic web-

sites.

SFDV1003 Programming Fundamentals



Prerequisites: None

The course will provide an intro-

duction to understanding commu-

nication and networks. The course

gives the essential knowledge to

understand the network and lay

the ground for advanced courses

in the field. It gives the theoreti-

cal and technical concepts of the

network technology. Provide the

students with knowledge of the

hardware, software of the com-

puter networks, and how the com-

ponents integrate to provide com-

munication via protocols. It also

highlights the mechanisms of the

different topologies and how to con-

struct a network from different hard-

ware components including wiring

concepts to devices that compose

the network.

SFDV2001 Web Development



Prerequisites: SFDV 1000

Students will learn how to present

information on the worldwide web.

The course teaches concepts and

techniques used to create websites.

SFDV2002Principles of Information

Systems



Prerequisites: INFT 1002

This course exposes students to key

concepts and skills required to de-

velop high quality information sys-

tems and e-business applications.

Examples of topics covered include

systems analysis and design, us-

ability, application development,

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project management, distributed

architectures, Web technologies and

database management.

SFDV2103 Programming (1)




This course teaches the basics of

computer programming using as

an example the Java programming

language. Students will learn about

algorithms, object-oriented design,

the basics of the Java language and

libraries, and receive an introduction

to graphical user interfaces and Java

programming for the web.

SFDV2104 Application Software Development



Prerequisites: SFDV2103

This course covers contemporary

principles and methods of applica-

tion software development, includ-

ing an introduction to event-driven

and object-oriented programming

techniques. Practical skills will be

developed through the construc-

tion of applications using a rapid

application development environ-

ment.

SFDV2005 Introduction to Computer

Organization



Prerequisites: None

Students will develop an under-

standing of the structure of comput-

ers and how they are able to execute

programs. The course introduces

the fundamentals of digital logic

and circuits, micro-programming,

assembler language concepts, file

systems, and the processes underly-

ing program execution.

SFDV3000 Introduction to Security



Prerequisites: non

This course, students will ex-

plore theoretical and prac-

tical issues associated with

management of data that are dis-

tributed across a network. Topics to

be investigated will include n-tier

client/server systems, distributed

and federated database systems,

schema and data integration, XML

as a tool for facilitating data distri-

bution, and connecting databases

to the Internet. At all times, the focus

will be on how data are managed in

such environments.

SFDV3001 Data Structures (1)



Prerequisites: SFDV2103 + MATH1022

This course builds on and extends

the knowledge students gained

of programming and the Java lan-

guage in Java Programming. More

advanced programming ideas, such

as recursion and abstract data type

design, are introduced as well as

their implementations in Java. Then

a variety of different data structures

are discussed together with the al-

gorithms to query and modify them.

Theoretical and practical analyses of

efficiency are used at each stage of

the course.

SFDV3002Introduction to Databases




This paper studies concepts and

issues associated with database

management systems (DBMS), with

emphasis on the capabilities and

features of “high end” relational

DBMS (RDBMS) products, such as

Oracle9i. Students will, through a

mixture of reading and practical

work, become proficient in both

theoretical and practical aspects of

the relational model of data, and re-

lational database design, implemen-

tation, use and management.

SFDV3003 Systems Analysis and Design



Prerequisites: SFDV2002+SFDV3002

This course focuses on the theory

and practice of different approaches

to systems analysis and design for

Information systems. In particular,

relational and object oriented mod-

els are considered where students

learn through concepts, hands-on

laboratory sessions using modeling

tools, and tutorials.

SFDV3004 Data Structures (2)




This course extends the variety of

data types familiar from Data Struc-

tures in Java, and looks more closely

at the algorithms that operate on

them. Among the new data types

to be treated are balanced search

trees and graphs. The performance

of algorithms is a unifying theme

throughout. Students taking this

paper will be introduced to their

second programming language - all

practical work will be done in C.

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SFDV3005 Artificial Intelligence




This course considers ideas and tech-niques from Artificial Intelligence. It first introduces a range of search al-gorithms that are used throughout AI. It then examines applications and techniques of AI, including rule-based systems for embodying hu-man expertise, algorithms for plan-ning and problem solving, natural language processing, methods for machine learning, and neural nets and other computation intelligence

techniques.

SFDV3006 Concurrent Programming




This course examines a range of techniques for programming multi-threaded and distributed applica-tions. Topics include synchroniza-tion mechanisms used for programs that communicate via shared mem-ory, and message passing tech-niques for programs that communi-cate across a network. Practical work involves implementing programs using these techniques in a modern

concurrent language, such as Java.

SFDV3007 Advanced Database Design




Data are a critical resource, so the design, construction and manage-ment of the “corporate” database should be of strategic importance to any organization . This course builds on the foundation laid in the intro-ductory database paper, with an emphasis on designing, construct-ing, maintaining and using such

large-scale “corporate” databases. The course includes detailed studies in database administration, physical database design and tuning, object database management systems,

and web database systems.

SFDV3008 Database Development




The development of practical and theoretical knowledge of the de-velopment of information systems connected to databases that cov-ers all aspects of the development life cycle. In addition quality as-surance, project planning, project management, and security will be addressed. This course also involves the development of a systems pro-totype in a team situation for solving real practical problems in the busi-

ness world.

SFDV4009 Innovations in Software

Development




This course is concerned with the most recent innovations in software development, with a view to bring-ing CAS students up to date with international trends. The course content is both broad and deep. A wide range of topics are covered to raise the students’ awareness of the macro environment, a few topics are chosen to be covered in depth. Students are expected to research and discover for themselves many of the latest trends and applications .Students will learn to develop ap-plications for current and emerg-ing computing devices, performing tasks at all stages of the software development life-cycle from incep-tion through to implementation and

testing. Students will understand the impact of user characteristics, device capabilities, networking in-frastructure and the deployment en-vironment, on the specified require-ments of a software project.

SFDV3011 Advanced Web Development




There is no such thing as “advanced” Web development. What does ex-ist is a distinction between Web “pages” and Web “applications.” Web pages depend on structured mark up and separation of style from structure, and perhaps rely on some elements of behaviour from a client side scripting language. Their purpose is to deliver mostly-static content via a Web interface, with accessible design and layout, and usable navigation/link structure. In contrast, Web applications deliver a program to the browser: something to be used rather than just read or navigated. To achieve this, many more layers of technology must be brought to bear.

To understand those layers of tech-nology, we take a bottom-up ap-proach. That is, we examine the ca-pabilities of server and server-side scripting languages before address-ing the client-side issues of mark up, style sheets, and DOM-scripting. This is only possible if students al-ready have a basic background in Web development and in basic pro-gramming concepts such as vari-ables, loops, and arrays.

SFDV4001 Object Oriented Programming

and User Interface




This course builds a deeper under-standing of software development in an object-oriented language such

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as C++ or Java, including class hier-archies, use of libraries, design pat-terns, and the development of suit-

able user interfaces.

SFDV4002 Software Project Management




This course introduces a number of aspects of software projects includ-ing software requirements specifi-cations; software process models, including life-cycle models; the capability maturity model; personal process modeling ; cost estimation; risk management; and software project planning. Other topics may include organizing , resourcing, di-recting, and controlling software projects. Software configuration management and management

tools are also covered.

SFDV4003 Software Engineering Project A




This paper will introduce the de-

velopment of large-scale, reliable,

and maintainable software systems.

Topics will include software specifi-

cation; software design; system de-

sign; formal specification; and proto-

types. Assignment work will include

a major project completed in teams

of four or five people, to develop

and implement a useful system, in-

cluding all relevant documentation.

SFDV4004 Software Engineering Project B




This paper will continue studying the development of large-scale, re-liable, and maintainable software systems. Topics will include ethical issues; system maintenance; code reading and browsing; software re-use; project management; human factors; documentation; standards for software and documentation; verification and validation; configu-ration management; software evo-

lution.

SFDV4005 Distributed Data Management


Course Type: Compulsory/ Elective


In this course students will ex-plore theoretical and prac-tical issues associated withmanagement of data that are dis-tributed across a network. Topics to

be investigated will include n-tierclient/server systems, distributed and federated database systems, schema and data integration, XML as a tool for facilitating data distri-bution, and connecting databases to the Internet. At all times, the focus will be on how data are managed in such environments.

SFDV 3012: Computer Graphic



Prerequisites: SDFV 3004

An introduction to the techniques for handling pictorial data in com-puters topics may include : display devices, lines, filling, antialiasing, and dithering algorithms; three-dimensional visualization; modeling with polygons, parametric patches, constructive solid geometry and implicit surfaces; colour and light theory , ray tracing, radiosity and other technique for portraying real-ism; texture mapping with two and three dimensional maps, functional textures; principles of animation from 3D models.

CommunicationStudies

BachelorsDescription

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Course Description

ENGL2222 English for Specific Purposes

(Communication Studies)

3Credit Hours/ 8 Contact Hours


Prerequisites: None




in understanding and expressing

an increased range of simple and

complex ideas related to subjects

that have been studied, academic

writing and reading skills using a

range of authentic texts, presenta-

tion skills relevant to an academic or

workplace context, and productive

use of the first two thousand most

frequent words of English and re-

ceptive as well as productive knowl-

edge of the most frequent academic

words encountered in courses stud-

ied this semester. It facilitates the

English language skills related to

communication studies. It equips

students with ESP vocabulary, writ-

ing genres, reading and listening.

MATH 1003 Mathematics for Communication




By the end of this course, students

will be able to:

Find probability of an event from

a simple random experiment

Understand random variables

and some statistical distributions

State and test statistical hypoth-

eses about the population mean.

Draw inference on the correlation

coefficient of two variables.

Determine the simple regression

line and interpret its coefficient

COMM1204 Introduction to Journalism

3 Credit hours / 3 Contact hours


This course provides an overview

of both the theory and practice of

print journalism, including analysis

and practice of simple news story

and their writing skills. Students will

learn the art of interviewing and

writing features. They will have the

basic knowledge of how a news-

room works

COMM1203 Introduction to Public Relations



This is a basic course in Public Rela-

tions which provides an overview of

both theory and practice in Public

Relations. The Subject is divided into

two parts; theoretical principles and

practice. Students are introduced

to the techniques and tools used in

Public Relations. Each chapter stra-

tegically begins with a bird’s eye

view on the various types of activi-

ties a PRO has to manage, as well as

his responsibilities towards the com-

munity and society. Each chapter

also establishes the outset and fea-

tures of several topics with respect

to PR practice. The course further

discusses the rules and ethics of PR

and the latest trends in the field.

During lectures, theoretical con-

cepts are blended with practical is-

sues such as research and planning,

campaign management, techniques

of writing for media, crisis manage-

ment and media relations.

Production-based activities will be

completed in group learning con-

texts with final assessments being

individual. Assignments and exams

will be given to check the compe-

tence level of students. On comple-

tion of this course students should

be able to have a basic understand-

ing of the dynamics of PR as a disci-

pline.

MEDA 1201 Introduction to Media Studies



Prerequisites: None

This course attempts to develop a

conceptual understanding of the

constructed nature of mass media,

including aspects of media produc-

tion, media texts and media recep-

tion involved in the production of

meaning.

COMM2201 Interpersonal Communication



Prerequisites: None

Explores the nature of both verbal

and nonverbal communication in

interpersonal and intrapersonal

contexts. Examines the influence of

perception, culture and self-image

on messages and medium. Focuses

on group, face to face and mediated

communication processes and the

associated skills of listening, speak-

ing, managing conflict, assertive-

ness and negotiation.

COMM 2202 Media Communication and

Society




Explores the relationship between

mass communication and soci-

ety. Explores the processes of mass

communication in relation to wider

societal issues and social structure.

Examines mass media industries

and networks, media organisations,

media messages, audience attitudes

and behaviour.

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COMM 2203 Introduction to Popular

Culture



Prerequisites: None

An introduction to the role of the

contemporary global media in the

formation and distribution of con-

temporary Western popular culture

as a mainstream world culture. De-

fining popular culture as the process

by which individual identities are

positioned in relation to collective

experience through the influence

of the media content, this paper

explores the interchange between

popular experience and media rep-

resentations of identity, community

and power. This course is among few

courses in the Arab World that intro-

duces cultural studies to undergrad-

uate students. The course helps the

students to understand the basic

media analysis techniques used in

studying popular cultural forms and

practices by focusing on analyzing

samples from the Arabian contem-

porary media.

COMM 2204 Introduction to Sociology



Prerequisites: None

This course discusses a variety of

sociological thoughts, and applies

them to a structured understanding

of society. It examines and analyses

a variety of social formations, in ad-

dition to critically and analytically

assessing competing explanations

of social problems, social structures

and crime and deviance. It also pro-

vides an understanding of the basic

sociological methodologies, and

equips students with the standards

for undertaking informed critical

analyses of traditionalist and mod-

ernist theories of society.

MEDA 2201 Image and Sound



Prerequisites: None

This course is about understand-

ing and being able to analyze the

intended messages or meanings

contained in a mass media product

whether it be in the form of still im-

ages, photographs, videos, movies,

advertisements, animations etc.The

approach is to disassemble funda-

mental structure of the media, to

explore the roles of codes, symbols,

camera framings, color, cinematog-

raphy, narrative structure, sound

editing and text in the construc-

tion of meaning and the creation of

connection between audience and

producers of the media. All these

tools or codes can have their own

interpretation of meaning, and can

also be manipulated and arranged

together in a composition that will

generate a symbolic meaning. The

course equips students to be able

to decipher the nonverbal cues in

the visual media and their impact

on society.

MEDA2202 Applied Media Ethics



Prerequisites: COMM1203 COMM1204

Applied Media Ethics evaluates the

role of media in contemporary so-

ciety globally. It assesses the link

between individual morality and

the rights and responsibilities of the

media to work within ethical frame-

works. Stress is laid on the ethical

guidelines espoused by philoso-

phers such as Aristotle and Kant. It

also undertakes an in depth view of

Utilitarianism and the Social Con-

tract theory which enables the stu-

dents to imbibe different ethical

principles throughout the ages. It

further explores ethical issues in war

reporting, media portrayal of war,

politics, and advertising. Feminism

and representation of women in the

media are also discussed.

COMM3234 Introduction to Advertising



Prerequisites: COMM2204, COMM2201

The course focuses on an under-

standing of advertising / marketing

strategy; as well as the develop-

ment of creative skills with special

reference to copy writing and art

direction. As a crucial aspect of ad-

vertising, media planning is also

discussed. In conclusion, the course

provides an overview of how adver-

tising works to influence consumer

decisions.

COMM 3201 Theories of Media Commu-

nication



Prerequisites: MEDA2202

The objective of the course is to ex-

pose students to various theoretical

approaches to the understanding of

media and communication process-

es. The course encourages students

to view media and communication

from multiple perspectives like so-

cial, cultural, psychological, and

technical and most importantly, po-

litical economy.

In order to enable students to gain

more practical and real life con-

texts of the major issues discussed,

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students will be asked to write an

academic essay on a chosen topic. ‘a

This exercise will enhance students’

ability to engage in .

The critical thinking, which will, in

turn, reflect on their analysis of oth-

er assignments in video, audio and

photography subjects.

COMM 3202 Visual Communication



Prerequisites: None

Provides a grounding in the funda-

mental theory and practice of visual

communication. Develops the prac-

tical skills and technical knowledge

required for the creation of imagery

in a digital context. Provides a cri-

tique of contemporary visual cul-

ture, surveying the mechanisms

by which meaning is constructed

through images. Explores theoreti-

cal approaches to image analysis

and applies these approaches to the

creation of visual messages.

COMM3205 Issues in Media Communication




The course introduces debates

on various topical issues in media

communication, such as broadcast-

ing models, subverting the public

sphere, propaganda, media depic-

tions of crime and social deviance,

media depictions of war, terrorism

and the “developing” world etc. It

leads students to demonstrate a

critical understanding of the impact

of selected issues in media commu-

nication on wider societies. It also

critically evaluates the pressures on

media producers and their effects

on media content. Students are

enabled to appreciate the cultural

factors that can influence media

communication processes and re-

ception.

COMM 3206 Intercultural Communication



Prerequisites: None

Reviews theories and issues in in-

tercultural communication with

particular emphasis on developing

intercultural communication com-

petence. Investigates cultural uni-

versals and differences in interper-

sonal communication, conversation,

verbal and non-verbal communica-

tion and persuasion within business

and educational contexts

MEDA 2204 Interactive Media Production




This course aims at the develop-

ment of practical and conceptual

skills required for interactive media

production. It covers the production

and assembly of media assets into

an interactive piece suitable for a

range of delivery modes.

It identifies and evaluates a range

of non-linear narrative and informa-

tion structures. It critically evaluates

notions of interactivity and interface

in relation to new media forms, in or-

der to generate a range of strategies

for interaction and interface design.

MEDA3202 Time-based Media Production



Prerequisites : MEDA2204

Explores practical and conceptual

competencies time-based media

production. Examines time, space,

and motion and applies these con-

cepts to initial moving image se-

quences. Introduces digital compos-

iting.

COMM 3203 Communication and Culture




Introduces debates about the

impact(s) of media on culture. Fos-

ters a critical understanding of the

nature, foundation and importance

of these debates. Critically and ana-

lytically assesses competing expla-

nations for the state of contempo-

rary media / culture formations.

MEDA 3201 Identity and the Media



Prerequisites : COMM3206

Introduces debates about the

impact(s) of media on identity. Fos-

ters a critical understanding of the

nature, foundation and importance

of these debates. Critically and ana-

lytically assesses competing expla-

nations for the state of contempo-

rary conceptions of the role media

can play in identity formations.

MEDA2205 Journalism



Prerequisites: None

Its intent is to probe into journalism

practices – with a focus on practi-

cal exercises in news gathering and

writing. It also explores on why be-

ing a reflective practitioner is impor-

tant, and also provides background

information on the media industry.

The course sums up the academic

and professional perspectives on

Journalism as an industry with huge

economic importance and influ-

ence. Students are expected to have

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the following abilities at the com-

pletion of the course: Understand

the nature of news and identify dif-

ferent types of news for different

audiences, use basic interviewing

techniques, research and write sim-

ple news stories, have knowledge of

current affairs and to be a reflective

practitioner.

COMM3207 Public Relations Communication



Prerequisites: None

The course explores the models, theories and principles that span across contemporary PR. It strives to acquaint students with the knowl-edge and application of planning processes and persuasive tech-niques in the context of PR. It also provides experimental framework for further study in the field. Lec-tures and tutorials are employed as

teaching pedagogy.

COMM3235 Copywriting



Prerequisites: None

Words and pictures work together to produce a creative concept. How-ever, the idea behind the creative concept in advertising is usually ex-pressed in some attention getting and memorable phrases, such as ‘I’m loving it’ for McDonalds. Finding these ‘magic words’ is the responsi-bility of copywriters who search for the right way to warm up a mood or soften consumer resistance. This unit describes the role of a copy writer and explains the practice of copy writing in print, broadcast such as radio and television and Internet advertising with practical exercises and projects for assessing the learn-

ing outcomes.

COMM3236 Advertising Research




This course seeks to provide stu-

dents with adequate theoretical

and practical knowledge necessary

for research in advertising. Students

are encouraged to read, analyze &

criticize advertising research proce-

dures.

This course also attempts to help de-

velop and improve students’ scientif-

ic research skills. The course stresses

quantitative & qualitative methods

as well as experimental research.

Special attention is given to essen-

tial steps in empirical research such

as statement of research problems,

formulation of hypotheses framing

research questions, literature re-

view, , data collection tools, analyz-

ing data and reporting results.

COMM3204 Communication, Organisa-

tion and Creative Work




Introduces the study of creative in-

dustries as a global phenomenon.

Delivers specific knowledge about

the broad policy and economic en-

vironment in which the creative

industries operate and about the

specific social, cultural, and tech-

nological issues facing the sector.

Gives students the opportunity to

understand the language of creative

industries and explore the devel-

opment of this industry in terms of

economic, cultural, and policy phe-

nomenon.

COMM3208 Organisational Structure and

Behaviour




Explores theories of organisational

structures and behaviour as ap-

plied to business communication in

general and public relations in par-

ticular. It examines the interaction

of individuals and groups in organi-

zations within the context of media

management.

MEDA4203 Advanced Digital Video




This course examines more sophisti-

cated non-linear video editing tools

and techniques e.g. QuickTime, AVI,

DV and MPEG capture and editing.

It incorporates the technical issues

and trade-offs when shooting and

editing for CD-ROM, Internet and

DVD playback. It also includes prac-

tical authoring work with emphasis

on video selection and editing tech-

niques in an interactive environ-

ment. It develops the creative use

of digital video as a storytelling me-

dium for both linear and non-linear

narrative.

MEDA4204 3D Modelling and Visualisation




Explores a variety of media theories

in relation to industry standard pat-

terns of 3D modeling. Constructs

and fosters an analytical approach

to developing and delivering a three

dimensional modelling project

within a variety of genres.

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MEDA4205 Digital Media Project




Explores the stages of planning,

monitoring and delivering a team-

based project within a digital media

environment. Critically analyses and

assesses the component stages of

such a project, with a special focus

on budgeting, timeframes and pro-

ject management.

MEDA4212 Video Post Production




This course attempts to enable stu-

dents to understand and apply basic

animation principles and techniques

to effectively animate text and still

imagery. It evaluates and applies ap-

propriate compositing techniques

to effectively integrate shot foot-

age, audio, still imagery and anima-

tion in creating a video sequence. It

also deals with manipulation of shot

footage, audio, still imagery and ani-

mation to create special effects. At-

tention is also paid to the analysis of

techniques used in effective video

pieces to develop a set of visual and

aural communication and story-

telling strategies, and students are

guided to apply these strategies to

their own work. The course also in-

vestigates and demonstrates knowl-

edge of the technical issues related

to video post-production. The use

and management of key compo-

nents of the video post-production

process, including equipment, digi-

tal files and associated computer

hardware and peripherals are also

explored.

MEDA4213 3D Animation




This course is a follow up of 3d Mod-

eling and Animation (MEDA 4204)

and provides intermediate level

study of the theory and practice of

3D computer modeling and anima-

tion. It builds on the fundamental

theoretical and technical skills ac-

quired in 3D Modeling and Visuali-

zation and applies these to the de-

velopment and production of more

advanced moving image sequences.

MEDA4214 Advanced Web Media Production

3 Credit Hours a/ 4 Contact Hours



The purpose of this course is to pro-

vide students with the knowledge

of Web Design. Specifically it at-

tempts to provide students with an

understanding of the principles of

Interactive Design and Information

Architecture.

MEDA 4201 International Journalism –

Print




Provides an overview of current the-

ories and principles of international

print journalism. Evaluates the func-

tions, uses and ethical framework of

print journalism in an international

context. Outlines valid structures

and formats for print journalism and

analyses examples of best practice

internationally.

MEDA 4202 Media Globalisation




Introduces and analyses debates

about the impact(s) of the globali-

sation of media forms. Constructs

and fosters a critical understanding

of the nature, foundation and im-

portance of these debates. Critically

and analytically assesses competing

explanations for global media for-

mations in contemporary society.


tion and Social Identity




Analyses organizations as cultures

and shows the relationships be-

tween organizations and workplace

identity. Evaluates the nature of or-

ganising within the cultural milieu

within Oman and internationally.

Examines how organizations shape

individual and social identity.

MEDA4209 International Journalism –

Broadcast




Provides an overview of current the-

ories and principles of international

broadcast journalism. Evaluates the

functions, uses and ethical frame-

work of broadcast journalism in an

international context. Outlines valid

structures and formats for broadcast

journalism and analyses examples of

best practice internationally.

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MEDA4210 Media Technology & Society



Prerequisites: None

Introduces and analyses debates

about the nature of the develop-

ment of media technologies. Con-

structs and fosters a critical under-

standing of the nature, foundation

and importance of these debates.

Critically and analytically assesses

competing explanations for techno-

logical developments in contempo-

rary society.

MEDA4211 New Media Journalism




Examines the development of digi-

tal technologies and the issues af-

fecting journalists that arises from

new media forms such as blogging

and online news media. Covers the

writing, editing and site design skills

that are relevant to online journal-

ism, including digital photography

and image editing. Also covers news

gathering research and trends in

computer-assisted reporting.

MEDA4206 News Reporting



Prerequisites: None

Provides practical experience in

investigating and mastering the

processes of gathering information

and writing news stories. Includes

recognizing and using news angles

to engage and retain reader’s atten-

tion, interviewing, managing a news

round, working to deadlines and

writing stories on a range of issues

such as health, sport, business, edu-

cation, art, science and politics.

MEDA4207 Public Affairs Reporting




Examines the process of gathering

information and writing news sto-

ries about public affairs. Discusses

relevant legislation and access to

information on matters of public

record such as courts, government

bodies and agencies. Covers rules of

defamation and limitations on the

press within society as well as the

role and responsibilities of the re-

porter. Provides practical experience

in writing about public affairs.

MEDA4208 Editing and Design




Examines and applies the principles

of news selection, editing and de-

sign. Teaches techniques and skills

required for effective editing of ma-

terial. Critically analyses layout and

design of current print media and

provides opportunities to design

and edit newspaper pages includ-

ing graphics, photos and headlines.

MEDA4211 New Media Journalism




The course focuses on the realm of

Online Journalism, its characteris-

tics and its new developments. In

the introductory phase, the course

touches on the state of printed jour-

nalism, claims of its death, and rea-

sons behind the rise of Online Jour-

nalism and its new forms. The course

is divided into two levels: theoretical

and practical levels.

The theoretical level aims to teach

students the characteristics of on-

line Journalism, difference between

traditional writing and web writing,

and new forms of citizen Journal-

ism, such as blogging. The practical

level operates in parallel with the

theoretical level as it examines stu-

dents understanding of web writing,

including hyper linking and hyper-

media, their abilities to create blogs

and blog posts, and the skills they

obtained to establish a website us-

ing the Adobe Dreamweaver.

MEDA2415 Television Journalism



Prerequisites: MEDA4206, MEDA4207

Explores current practices in tel-evision journalism against a back-ground of principles and theory, with a particular emphasis on the writing and producing of news items. Encourages critical analysis of television work practices and news products while developing the practical skills and technologi-cal processes required to produce television news items to broadcast

standard.

MEDA4216 Radio Journalism



Prerequisites: MEDA4206, MEDA4207

Explores current practices in radio

journalism against a background of

principles and theory, with a par-

ticular emphasis on the writing and

producing of news items. Encour-

ages critical analysis of radio work

practices and news products while

developing the practical skills and

technological processes required to

produce radio news items to broad-

cast standard.

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NB. Television Journalism and Ra-

dio Journalism papers are designed

along similar lines to complement

each other and to accentuate and

explain differences in the varying

media.

MEDA4206 News Reporting



Prerequisites: None

Provides practical experience in

investigating and mastering the

processes of gathering information

and writing news stories. Includes

recognizing and using news angles

to engage and retain reader’s atten-

tion, interviewing, managing a news

round, working to deadlines and

writing stories on a range of issues

such as health, sport, business, edu-

cation, art, science and politics.

COMM4203 Corporate Communication



Prerequisites: COMM3207

Explores organisational commu-

nication from a business-oriented

standpoint. Critically assesses the

wider social context in which busi-

ness operates. Constructs and fos-

ters an analytical approach to com-

municating and relating ethically to

stakeholders including (but not lim-

ited to) regional and supranational

bodies, local and central govern-

ment, investors, and communities.

COMM4204 Communication Strategy




Explores strategic communication

from a business-oriented stand-

point. Critically assesses the wider

social context in which business op-

erates. Constructs and fosters an an-

alytical approach to developing an

maintaining sustainable problem-

solving models.

COMM4202 Public Relations Practice




This course explores how the theory

and practice of public relations are

applied to both simulated and real-

life problem-solving situations. A stu-

dent-operated PR agency functions

as a learning laboratory with real cli-

ents or causes. Planning and writing

skills are applied and practiced

COMM4207 Human Resources Commu-

nication




Examines the interrelationship of

human resources and organisational

culture against theories of manage-

ment and applied business com-

munication competencies. It pays

particular attention to issues of em-

ployment and industrial relations,

employer and employee rights and

responsibilities and the manage-

ment of change and innovation.

MANG4402 Knowledge Management




Explores the antecedents and con-texts of knowledge management. Critically assesses the wider social context in which business opera-tives apply knowledge manage-ment principles and techniques. Constructs and fosters an analytical approach to developing and deliver-ing knowledge management strate-gies.

COMM3237 Advertising Strategies and

Campaigns




This course aims to bring together

the academic and professional

perspectives of advertising – as an

industry of huge economic impor-

tance with the ability to influence

societal change. The course at-

tempts to determine the strategies

involved in promoting product and

services alike. It provides an over-

view of how advertising campaigns

function.

COMM4215 Advertising and Society




The course focuses on how advertis-

ing works in a society/developing

economy. It identifies various types

of consumers and examines the rela-

tionship between consumer behav-

iour and advertising besides dilating

on the theories of consumer behav-

iour models. The emerging class of

internet consumers also finds men-

tion. Advertising has come a long

way and its effects on the society

, the ethical aspects are also dealt

here in addition to giving a perspec-

tive/critique on advertising.

COMM4216 Advertising Production



Prerequisites:COMM4215

This is a practical, creative and vo-

cational course, aims to equip stu-

dents to produce creative video

solutions to a predetermined client

brief and a set deadline. Students

will develop skills in idea genera-

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tion, writing proposals, production

management and budget control

as a means of successfully fulfilling

the clients’ requests and target au-

dience expectations.

COMM4220 Advertising Project




In this course students gain a

grounding in the key areas of ad-

vertising and the application steps

in the advertising process, namely

from creative brief through research

(including a report of consumer

beheaviour) strategy, execution of

creative strategies (copywriting and

art direction) and scheduling of me-

dia planning. Students will work in

a team to provide a comprehensive

proposal to pitch an account .

DESN4321 Design for Advertising




Is a practical course delivered

through computer-aided page de-

sign and layout software. It leads

students to master the skills to crea-

tively combine images and ‘copies.

This course is a working lab course

delivered through demonstrations

and hands-on work. Students will

learn to solve visual problems using

Photoshop, Illustrator and In Design

(CS Suites). Students’ works will lead

them to create an advertisement de-

sign portfolio.

MANG4403 Advertising Management




Advertising management is a course

that familiarizes students with the

process of organizing and oversee-

ing advertising campaigns. This

course covers the different aspects

of adverting management. This is

mainly a field-based course with

deep-rooted connection with differ-

ent aspects of media studies

COMM4205 Issues in Cross- Cultural Com-

munication




In line with the increasing signifi-

cance of human interactions across

a continuously widening spectrum

of international frontiers, Issues in

Cross-Cultural Communication ex-

poses students to the broad cur-

rents related to the study of culture,

and the acquisition of competen-

cies for effective communication in

a variety of cultural contexts. Thus,

it evaluates the philosophies, theo-

retical constructs and paradigms

essential for a meaningful study of

cross-cultural behavior, in addition

to discussing strategies for acquir-

ing cultural intelligence for effective

cross-cultural communication and

relationships. Major issues exam-

ined include responses to external

cultures, comparative analysis of cul-

tural values and attitudes, language

sensitivity, dealing with problems

and conflicts across cultures, and ef-

fective cross-cultural negotiation.

COMM4206 Cultural Policy Analysis




Analyses at an advanced level the

role of the various stakeholders that

comprise the field of cultural pro-

duction. Addresses the broad range

of the issues that creative organisa-

tions face when operating in the

field of cultural policy and the arts.

COMM 4208 Managing Creative Projects




Applies concepts of project man-

agement such as the ability to de-

fine, scope develop, organise and

deliver projects on time and on-

brief. Examines issues of commu-

nication, design, establishing pri-

orities and managing costs and time

in order to succeed. Develops the

ability to create and maintain vision,

direction and motivation, cope with

inevitable setbacks and meet goals

creatively and effectively within the

context of creative projects and the

creative industries.

COMM4209 Communication Issues for

Managing in the Creative Industries



Prerequisites: None

Examines the interface between

communication and management

with emphasis on effective interper-

sonal communication within organi-

sations, the creation and develop-

ment of networks and the balancing

of creative endeavours with institu-

tional processes and restraints. Eval-

uates the impact and extent of com-

mon communication issues such as

the effect of globalisation, technol-

ogy, changing social structures and

public policy on the creative spirit

and production.

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COMM4207 Human Resources Commu-

nication




Examines the interrelationship of

human resources and organisational

culture against theories of manage-

ment and applied business com-

munication competencies. It pays

particular attention to issues of em-

ployment and industrial relations,

employer and employee rights and

responsibilities and the manage-

ment of change and innovation.


tion and Social Identity



Prerequisites: None

Analyses organisations as cultures

and shows the relationships be-

tween organisations and workplace

identity. Evaluates the nature of or-

ganising within the cultural milieu

within Oman and internationally.

Examines how organisations shape

individual and social identity.

COMM4210 Bilingual Communication



Prerequisites: None

This course is designed to give stu-

dent of communication a hands-on

experience on different types of

translation in their fields and the

complement the theoretical part,

the course contain many practical

translations as well as issues to con-

sider and edit when translating from

different sources.

COMM4211 Writing for Newspaper




The course discusses all journalis-

tic forms in newspaper contents. It

highlights the factors influencing

the success of a newspaper; par-

ticularly, the depth of journalistic

coverage, and the quality of jour-

nalistic writing. The significance of

the course lies in its solid theoretical

foundation and its practical scope,

underpinning the rules and char-

acteristics of each journalistic form,

and what each form communicates

to readers.

COMM4212 Writing for Public Relations




The course provides students with

Arabic public relations writing skills

which are essentials for producing

public relations publications. Deal

with an overview of the process of

public relations writing, understand-

ing and analyzing the styles of pub-

lic relations in Arabic will also.

Specifically, students will be taught

to analyze the process of writing

news releases and letters; Analyze

the process of writing reports, pam-

phlets, brochures, advertisements,

speeches, and documentaries;

Demonstrate the steps and styles of

public relations writing; Understand

the features of public relations writ-

ing and finally get involved in pro-

ducing relevant examples of public

relations publications

MEDA4217 Writing for Radio and Television




The course discusses the various

properties of contemporary Radio

and TV. It explores current practices

in the various forms and genres avail-

able in Radio and Television writing

specifically in the areas of drama,

news, documentary film, discussion

programs and talk shows. On com-

pletion of this course, r successful

students will be able to: appreciate

and critically analyze different forms

and genres of programs in radio and

television, write basic news, docu-

mentary film scripts, drama sketch-

es, , and the structures of discussion

programs and talks shows.

MEDA4218 Contemporary Arab Media




Course is intended to give students

a comprehensive overview of the

contemporary Arab media, patterns

of ownership, laws and Regulations

governing the media. Introduce

them to different forms of media

such as press, radio, TV and other

institutions like news agencies, sat-

ellite channels, and new media. Sen-

sitize the students with media issues

and trends in Arab world, how the

media coordinate with the other so-

cial institutions and influence of me-

dia on the society.

DesignBachelors

Description

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Course description


(Design)



Prerequisites: None




in understanding and expressing an

increased range of simple and com-

plex ideas related to subjects that

have been studied,

academic writing and reading skills

using a range of authentic texts,

presentation skills relevant to an

academic or workplace context,

and productive use of the first two

thousand most frequent words of

English and receptive as well as pro-

ductive knowledge of the most fre-

quent academic words encountered

in courses studied this semester. It

facilitates the English language skills

related to Design. It equips students

with ESP vocabulary, writing genres,

reading and listening.

MATH 1002 Mathematics for Design




Understand the difference be-

tween Line, Ray and Segment

Line.

Understand the difference be-

tween Line Bisector and Perpen-

dicular Bisector.

Understand the different Types of

Lines.

Understand the Concept of An-

gles.

Construct Perpendicular Bisec-

tors and Angle Bisectors by using

ruler and compass.

Use ruler and compass for con-

structing 900, 450, 600 and 300.

Understand the Properties of 2D

shapes.

Know the difference between

Interior and Exterior Angles and

their Relations.

Understand the Concept of Circle

and Ellipse.

Calculate Perimeter and Area of

different 2D shapes.

Know the Concept of the Golden

Ratio.

Use the Observation of the Gold-

en Ratio in Art and Design.

Understand the Basic of 3D

shapes and Properties.

Draw the Cross Section and Nets

of 3D shapes.

Solve word problems involving

Surface Area and Volume.

Find the Surface Areas of the Reg-

ular and Semi-regular Solids.

Understand the Concepts of 2D

and 3D planes.

Know the Cartesian Coordinate

System.

Understand Distance and Mid-

point Formulas.

Solve some Applications of Dis-

tance and Midpoint Formulas.

Understand Slope- Concepts.

Apply Slope-Concepts in Parallel

and Perpendicular Lines.

Understand the Translation and

Rotation of Axis.

DESN 1301 Design Fundamentals




This course offers an introduction to

the fundamentals of two and three

dimensional design including point

and line, shape, form, colour, tone

and texture. Students will be intro-

duced to specialization in the three

specialized areas of Designwhich are

Digital, Graphic and Spatial.

DESN 1302 Introduction to Typography



Prerequisites: None

This course provides an introduc-

tion to the technical and aesthetic

aspects of letter forms and their role

in graphic design where students

will be introduced to fonts and let-

tering and their applications to me-

dia presentation, including Arabic

letters. General learning outcomes

include:

study a range of lettering styles ,

both Roman and Arabic letters.

critically investigate a lettering

style used in a local community

develop a knowledge and under-

standing of the power of particu-

lar styles in lettering and media

presentation

develop proficiency in the repro-

duction of a lettering style

create a range of effective docu-

ments using appropriate letter-

ing styles

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DESN1303 Computers for Design (1)



Prerequisites: None

This course is an introduction to

computer design methods and tech-

niques including the use of draw-

ing tools, composition and image

manipulation for design. Students

will be introduced to simple design

briefs intended to generate familiar-

ity with design technology.

Students will be expected to dem-

onstrate:

use of hardware and printing sys-

tems

Basic knowledge of desk top pub-

lishing, image and text manipula-

tion and drawing software pro-

grammes.

Usage of various design software.

DESN2301 Core Studio Design (1)



Prerequisites : DESN1301

This course introduces students to

the areas of specialization found

within the B Design degree, famil-

iarizing students with the principles

and practices of the various design

disciplines; addressing basic pro-

cess, media and visual language.

DESN2302 Design Portfolio




This studio subject introduces stu-

dents to the opportunities to de-

velop essential skills in design docu-

mentation through course projects

where students explore the possi-

bilities and implications of combin-

ing digital and traditional tools and

techniques in the service of personal

expression of design works for the

three design disciplines (Digital de-

sign, Graphic design and Spatial

design). Emphasis is placed on ex-

ploring individual aesthetics expres-

sion and the development of indi-

vidual style. A variety of techniques,

software and theoretical issues is

covered.

DESN2303 Core Theory Design




This course aims to develop a broad

theoretical and historical awareness

of issues relevant to design practice.

Familiarization with critical concepts

and contexts will enable students

to engage with current discussions

concerning design culture.

DESN2304 Design for Specialization



Prerequisites: None

The core aim of this subject is to generally extend the students’ perception in design (theory and practical), and thus guiding them towards the specialized choices of Graphic Design, Digital Design and Spatial Design. The proceeding of the methodology of teaching de-sign will motivate clear understand-ing among the students and making their entrance to the chosen areas

more fluid and concrete.

DESN2305 Core Studio Design (2)



Prerequisites: DESN2301

This course is an introduction to the

fundamentals of 3 dimensional de-

sign application and appreciation.

Basic visual tactile and conceptual

methods of defining space is exam-

ined and applied.

DESN2306 History, Culture , Context (1)




This module develops a working re-lationship between design theory and practice so that students can question, extend and evaluate their work in the light of emerging theo-retical contexts. Students’ ability to discuss both their own and others’ work in written, oral and visual for-

mats is developed.

DESN2307 Pictorial Studies




Visual awareness and visual intel-

ligence are developed through the

study of aspects of the pictorial im-

age. Projects are designed to devel-

op students’ ability to express ideas

and emotions as well as to commu-

nicate, record and interpret informa-

tion through pictorial imagery.

DESN 2308 Drawing Skills



Prerequisite: None

This is an introductory course in

design to equip students with com-

petency skills in drawing in prepara-

tion for further major requirements.

DESN2309 Computers for Design (2)



Prerequesite : DESN1303

The emphasis of this course is to

build on the skills learned from Com-

puters for Design 1 and to enhance

the students’ competency skills in

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computer and digital design meth-

ods in preparation for university

studies & future career. This course

also introduces the element of time

in the creation of visual design.

DESN2310 Spatial Design Theory (1)




This module weaves and inter-

weaves three strands of theoretical

approach: historical, cultural and

contextual and develops a working

relationship between theory and

practice. Issues of ethics, research

and personal responses are ex-

plored.

DESN3301 Digital Technology and Design (1)




Students investigate the impact of

ongoing transition to digital tech-

nologies among a number of cre-

ative disciplines and design princi-

ples within film making, interactive,

game design, animation, 2D/3D

modeling, broadcast and print

graphics, marketing and advertis-

ing. Initial development of cross-

media project work will involve

concept origination (collaborative

brainstorming, narrative generation,

character development, storyboard-

ing, environment creation etc.), and

subsequent scheduling, planning

and costing for digital production.

DESN3302 Visual Effects




The approach to visual effects is

intended to be broad. The aims to

provide students with the requisite

abilities to resolve a range of techni-

cal, aesthetic, theoretical and con-

ceptual issues using well controlled

media processes commonly associ-

ated with the production and post-

production of film, video and game

design.

DESN3303 Digital Technology and Design (2)




Students investigate wider and

growing applications for digital cre-

ative technologies and design prin-

ciples within emerging markets such

as e-commerce, virtual imaging,

navigation etc. Students to embrace

design originality and lateral modes

of project exploration, supported by

undertaking case studies of compet-

itive innovation via non-traditional

usage and synergetic development

of technical and creative roles within

studios. Programme to include criti-

cal observation and reporting of the

‘clustering’ of technique-based sty-

listic themes and industrial trends,

so that students can identify and

avoid the ‘new filter’ phenomenon.

Working alongside the computer

workshops, production problems

will be explored in relation to ap-

propriateness of software and to the

final outcome.

DESN3304 History Culture Context (2)




A range of historical, cultural and

contextual issues that affect both

the dynamics of contemporary

graphic design and the parameters

within which the students think are

dealt with critically in order to ex-

tend thinking, analysis, research and

the students’ conceptual and per-

ceptual capacities.

DESN3305 Animation



Prerequisites: Non

Students investigate the animation

process, from conception to charac-

ter production and apply the broad

research based knowledge acquired

in the context of a professionally

structured brief.

DESN3306 Elective Project (1)



Prerequisites: None

This studio-based provides oppor-

tunity for students to develop skills

and to work in areas parallel to their

Studio work. The focus is on explor-

ing materials and processes, adding

another dimension to the students’

programme of study. This may in-

volve optional projects and aspects

of research and theory, and the pos-

sibility of students doing the Elec-

tive Project in a strand outside of

their major.

DESN3307 Graphic Design Studies (1)




Basic design methodologies, pro-

cesses and theories are integrated

within practical graphic design

briefs. There is an emphasis on ty-

pography and its combination with

image in the digital development of

design solutions, and layout, draw-

ing and computer aided image ma-

nipulation are developed.

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Students investigate the different

genres of illustration and are re-

quired to apply the broad research

based knowledge acquired in the

context of professionally structured

briefs.





The methods and practices inher-

ent in commercial graphic design

are developed in an environment

where professionalism and indus-

try knowledge are paramount. The

module focuses on rationalising de-

sign briefs, developing strategies for

design solutions, and thinking later-

ally and divergently.

DESN3310 Photography




Technical areas including cam-

era and darkroom techniques are

covered to enable students to use

photography independently or in

an inter-disciplinary way with other

visual media. Interpretation of im-

ages / subject matter and the re-

lationship between technical and

conceptual aspects of photography

are analyzed.

DESN3311 Spatial Design Studio (1)




This module provides students with

an understanding of the basic ele-

ments of 3-dimensional form, and

how these can interact and affect

the responses and behaviour of

people within the spaces created. It

aims to encourage students to de-

velop a personal, creative approach

to design with a variety of related

design criteria, both cultural and

technical.

DESN3312 Computer and Lighting

Technology




This module introduces CAD to

develop both 2D and 3D skills in

drawing and modeling. Students

produce orthographic drawings and

rendered visualizations. Theory and

practice of lighting technology is in-

troduced.





This module provides students with

an understanding of design process,

elements and components used in

the creation and enhancing of hu-

man activity in different environ-

ments.

DESN3314 Spatial Design Theory (2)




This paper is for Second Year stu-

dents and as with Theoretical Stud-

ies I is a weaving together of several

strands. It is intended to develop

and further the praxis of theory and

practice. The arena in which this oc-

curs, however, is the more focused

one of design.

DESN 4301 Digital Technology and

Design (3)




Students continue to work on de-sign principles related to cross me-dia digital technology projects in ac-cordance with agreed deadlines and outcomes. The emphasis will be on the pursuit of original and creative design solutions examining post-production cycles, processes, and project delivery. Student research focuses on enquiry into current practice within the field of creative digital technologies by leading prac-titioners. Examination of the work-ing relationships between clients, digital studios and cross media pub-lishers and distributors, results in a broader overview of these emerging

industries.

DESN 4302 Professional Practice



Prerequisites: None

This module involves workplace-

based learning for Design students

and it encourages systems of stu-

dent centred and self-directed

learning. Theories of professional

practice are applied in Design sites

recognised by industry.

DESN4303 Broadcast Design and Motion

Graphics




Students investigate Broadcast De-sign and Motion Graphics, from ini-tial conception to final presentation format and apply the broad research based knowledge acquired in the context of a professionally struc-

tured brief

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DESN4304 Interactive Design and Game

Development




Students investigate aspects and

mechanics of Interaction in Design,

and investigate the development

and application of Digital Gaming.

The broad research based knowl-

edge acquired is applied in the con-

text of a professionally structured

brief.

DESN4305 Elective Project (2)



Prerequisites : DESN 3306

This Studio-based provides oppor-

tunity for students to develop skills

and to work in an area parallel to

their studio work. The focuses on

exploring concepts, materials and

processes, adding another dimen-

sion to the students’ programme of

study. This may involve project op-

tions and aspects of research and

theory.

DESN4306 History Culture Context (3)




This paper extends students’ knowl-

edge and understanding of theo-

retical and contextual issues and

allows them to develop their own

areas of specialisation and interest

with a research project which may

be related to and inform their final

design project.

DESN4307Digital Technology and Design (4)




This course fully utilize the digital

technology in creative problem solv-

ing within digital moving imagery

pipeline, in developing and produc-

ing a short film project through digi-

tal post-production process within

agreed outcome.

DESN4308 Visual Effects Studies




Research and creative conceptual

thinking reinforce static and mov-

ing image representation within the

broad learning experience, which

stimulates extensive and original

visual effects.

DESN4309 Animation Studies



Prerequisites : DESN 3305


thinking reinforce static and mov-

ing image representation within a

broad learning experience, which

stimulates extensive and original

animation.

DESN4310 Integrated Marketing Prin-

ciples




This course involves workplace-

based learning for Design students

and it encourages systems of stu-

dent centred and self-directed

learning. Theories of professional

practice are applied in Design sites

recognised by industry.

DESN4311Creative Principles and Practice




An In-depth study of the principles

of the creative process. It provides

an understanding of the principles

of the creative function in advertis-

ing.





Students work with commercially

realistic design briefs that recognize

the working relationships between

client, designer and sub-contractor.

Coupled with this is an environment

of intensive inquiry into the nature

of design itself and the pursuit of

original and creative design solu-

tions.

DESN4313 Illustration Studies





thinking reinforce visual and picto-

rial representation within a broad

learning experience, which stimu-

lates extensive and original illustra-

tion.

DESN4314Graphic Design Studies (4)




An extension of a series of real-life

projects taken from Graphic Design

Studies 3 with emphasis on profes-

sional execution and further in-

depth analysis application.

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DESN4315 Photographic Studies




This module develops a broad range

of technical and theoretical areas, to

enable students to use photography

independently or in an interdiscipli-

nary way relating to design and il-

lustration. Students are encouraged

to research areas of theory that are

appropriate and relevant to their

chosen genre of photography.

DESN4316 Creative Strategy




Practical application of skills in de-

signing an advertising campaign to

meet a client’s objectives: interpret-

ing a creative brief and preparing a

creative strategy using a range of

media.





Student will be able to examine the

copywriting function in the creative

process. Students develop copywrit-

ing skills and techniques to be used

in various forms in advertising.





Students initiate and sustain a re-

search programme based on a

design-related subject and present

the findings in a format appropriate

to the investigation. In conjunction

with this research, students under-

take a series of design project from

a broad range of Spatial Design

options. Students are involved in

challenging concepts with the op-

portunity to focus on their own

particular field of interest thereby

defining their own outcomes. The

module requires personal initiative

and detailed investigation of a com-

prehensive set of possibilities and

design resolutions.

DESN4319Spatial Design Studio (4)




An extension of a series of real-life

projects taken from Spatial Design

Studio 3 with emphasis on profes-

sional execution and further in-

depth analysis application.




Prerequisites: Non

Spatial Computing course is deliv-

ered for 4th3D skills in order to be

able to create and visualize their

spatial design ideas. The module

uses the 3D studio max as the main

commercial software to produce the

3D designs.year students. The mod-

ule develops the student

EngineeringBachelors

Description

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Chemical EngineeringCourse Description

MATH1100 Pre-Calculus Mathematics



Prerequisites: None

Pre-calculus is an introductory

course which covers the national

Foundation Program level Math-

ematics. It deals with equations

and inequalities, basic functions

including polynomial and rational

functions, remainder and factor

theorems, division of polynomials,

graphing, fundamental theorem of

algebra, exponential and logarith-

mic functions, trigonometric ratios,

inverse trigonometric functions,

trigonometric equations and com-

plex numbers.




Prerequisites: None















of 6.5 being the normal requirement

for admission to postgraduate stud-

ies in the English speaking world.

Students will need to join this course

with an English level equivalent to

IELTS 4.0. The course develops the

four skills of Listening, Speaking,

Reading and Writing, as well as the

grammatical framework and vocab-

ulary development strategies neces-

sary for students studying at degree

level.

CHEM1101 Chemistry I



Prerequisites: None

This course in general chemistry is

aimed at introducing engineering

students to fundamental chemical

concepts and principles. The major

topics covered in this course include

manipulation of data, the periodic

table, nomenclature of common

compounds, stoichiometry, solu-

tions, reactions, I deal Gas Law, ther-

mochemistry and thermodynamics,

electronic structure of the atom,

molecular geometry and hybridiza-

tion.

COMP1411 Programming for Engineers (C++)

3 Credit Hours/4Contact Hours


Prerequisites: None


software development using the

high level programming language

C++ for engineering students. Top-

ics covered include: program struc-

ture, language syntax, control flow,

loops, variable scope, data types,

operators, expressions, functions

and arrays.





This course follows on from English

1A and focuses on reinforcing and

further developing the four skills of

Listening, Speaking, Reading and

Writing required for academic pur-

poses. Students at the end of this

course will be expected to be at a

level of IELTS 4.5 overall and achieve

5.0 in the reading and writing bands.

MATH1111 CALCULUS I




This is the first course from a se-

quence of 2 calculus courses. It cov-

ers Limits, Continuity, Differentia-

tion, Integration and some of their

applications.

ENGR1201 Introduction to Engineering



Prerequisites: None

This course is a general introduction

to engineering. Topics include the

engineer in the community, Engi-

neering profession, Code of ethics

for engineers, Employment oppor-

tunities and activities in Oman, GCC

and World, Engineering in changing

world. Tutorial classes will be given

on computer graphics including

demonstration on computer-aided

design and oral presentation.

PHYS 1101 Physics 1



co-erequisites : MATH 1111

This is an introductory lecture/lab

course that covers Newtonian me-

chanics and the physics of fluids. The

major topics covered in the lecture

component include motion along

straight line, vectors, motion in two

and three dimensions, force and

motion, kinetic energy and work,

potential energy and conservation

of energy, center of mass and linear

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momentum, rotation, rolling, torque

and angular momentum, equilibri-

um and elasticity, fluids, gravitation

and oscillations. The lab component

covers graph plotting, measure-

ments, motion on inclined plane,

simple pendulum and Hooke’s law.

ENGR 1211 Drawing for Engineering



prerequisites: None

This course leads the student to

an understanding of engineering

drawing, an essential means of com-

munication in engineering. Draw-

ing instruments, conventions and

standards of engineering drawing,

Isometric, orthographic, sectional

and assembly drawing of machine

parts in addition to dimensioning

and tolerances. Using computer

graphics as a tool to define and pre-

sent the machine parts in pictorial

position and turn them into techni-

cal illustration.

MATH1112 CALCULUS II



Pre-requisite Course : MATH1111

This is the second course from a se-

quence of 2 calculus courses. It stud-

ies some applications of integration

such as calculating areas, volumes,

length of curves; the techniques

of integration of various functions;

proper and improper integrals. The

course also deals with sequences

and infinite series, Taylor polynomial

expansions, and their convergence

as well as differentiating and inte-

grating power series. Some intro-

duction to analytic geometry in cal-

culus is also given.




Prerequisites: None









objectives include





vironment




terview skills

MATH2131 Linear Algebra and

Multivariate Calculus




This course covers topics in linear

algebra and vector calculus. The lin-

ear algebra topics are: matrices and

determinants, solutions of systems

of linear equations, eigenvalues and

eigenvectors, special matrices (Her-

mitian, skew-Hermitian, unitary),

diagonalization. The topics in vec-

tor calculus are: vectors and vector

functions, vector differential calcu-

lus, gradient, divergence and curl,

vector integral calculus (line, double

and triple integrals), Green, Gauss

and Stokes theorems.

CHEM 1102 Chemistry II



Prerequisites: CHEM 1101

This is a second of two general

chemistry courses which is aimed at

introducing engineering students to

fundamental chemical concepts and

principles. The major topics covered

in this course include liquids and

solid states, properties of solutions,

chemical kinetics, chemical equilib-

rium, acids and bases, thermody-

namics and electrochemistry.

CHEN2211 Principle of Chemical Engineering

3Credit Hours/ 4Contact Hours


Prerequisites: CHEM 1101

This course covers: Application of

physicochemical principles to prob-

lems in chemical and processing

industries; Stoichiometry; Processes

and process variables, Thermody-

namic data; Material balance on

reactive and non-reactive systems.

Mechanical energy balance; General

energy balance; Heat of reaction;

Energy balance for reactive systems;

Fuels.

CHEN2212 Thermodynamics I



Prerequisites: MATH1111, CHEM1101

This course covers: Basic concepts

of thermodynamics; PVT of pure

fluids and equations of state; First

and second laws of thermodynam-

ics; Thermodynamic properties of

pure fluids; Applications to flow pro-

cesses; Production of power from

heat; Liquefaction and refrigeration;

Thermodynamics of pure fluids and

thermodynamic relationships.

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STAT2111 Probability and Statistics

3Credit Hours/ 4Contact Hours



This is a first course on probabil-

ity for students of the Electrical and

Computer Engineering program.

Topics include: Elements of set

theory, Sample space and events,

Probability, Conditional probability

and Independence, Some standard

discrete and continuous probabil-

ity distributions, Multivariate prob-

ability distributions, Functions of

random variables, Sampling distri-

bution of the sample mean and the

central limit theorem.

MATH2121 Differential Equations for

Engineering




The course is designed exclusively

for the needs of students pursuing

a degree in Engineering. It begins

with preliminary concepts of dif-

ferential equations. The material to

be covered includes first order and

second order ordinary differential

equations, Laplace transforms, Fou-

rier series, and partial differential

equations. The emphasis would be

to expose the standard techniques

of solving differential equations be-

sides concentrating on various ap-

plications.

CHEN2213 Applied Physical Chemistry



Prerequisites: CHEM1102, CHEN2212

This course covers: Properties of

gases; Kinetic theory and transport

properties of gases and applications;

Spontaneity criteria of processes;

Colligative properties; Chemical ki-

netics and rate of reactions ; Electro-

chemistry; Surface thermodynam-

ics.

CHEN2221 Fluid Mechanics



Prerequisites: CHEN2212

This course covers: Fluid statics;

Newtonian and non-Newtonian flu-

ids; Bernoulli equation; Flow of flu-

ids; Flow meters, Pumps and com-

pressors; Two-phase flow, Fluid flow

in porous media, Packed and Fluid-

ized beds; Filtration; Agitation and

mixing; Free and hindered settling.

PHYS 1102 Physics II



Prerequisites: PHYS 1101


course that covers basic electricity

and magnetism in addition to heat

and thermodynamic processes. The


component include electric charges

and fields, Gauss law, electric po-

tential, capacitance, current and

resistance, circuits, magnetic fields,

induction and alternating currents.

In heat and thermodynamics it in-

cludes temperature, heat and first

law, kinetic theory, engines and the

second law. The lab component cov-

ers error analysis.

CHEN2231 Organic Chemistry



Prerequisites: CHEM1101

The course will give an introduction

into the principles of organic chem-

istry including a definition of organ-

ic compounds, bonding and isom-

erism, structure, nomenclature and

reactions of aliphatic and aromatic

compounds. Synthesis of some in-

dustrial organic compounds will be

introduced. Laboratory experiments

support the course

CHEN3222 Heat Transfer




This course covers: Concepts and

theories of heat transfer; Introduc-

tion to different modes of heat

transfer; Steady state and transient

heat transfer: conduction, natural

and forced convection, and radia-

tion; Heat transfer coefficients; Intro-

duction to heat exchangers.

CHEN3214 Thermodynamics II



Prerequisites: CHEN2213, MATH2121

This course covers: Review of ba-

sic thermodynamics; Refrigeration

and liquefaction; Theory and appli-

cation of solution thermodynam-

ics; Vapor- liquid and liquid-liquid

equilibrium for ideal and non- ideal

systems; Chemical reaction equilib-

rium.

MATH3141 Numerical Methods



Prerequisites: COMP1411, MATH2131

This course concentrates on ac-

quainting students of engineering

with techniques for solving numeri-

cal problems that arise in their pro-

fession. Some of the topics to be

covered include; background on

interpolation and iterative methods

with techniques for accelerating

convergence, zeros of polynomial

equations, solutions of nonlinear

equations, numerical differentiation

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and integration, numerical solution

of initial value problems of ordinary

differential equations and approxi-

mation of eigenvalues of matrices.

ENGR3251 Professional Practice

1Credit Hours /1 Contact Hours


Prerequisites: non

This course introduces the student

to basic issues in Engineering Ethic

by the study of the morality of engi-

neers’ actions, duties and ideas and

their interactions and consequences

on the society. The societal respon-

sibilities of engineers are analyzed

through chemical engineering code

of practice. Thus, students will un-

derstand issues such as: moral au-

tonomy, corporate responsibility,

whistle blowing, conflict of interest,

risk assessment, environment and

sustainable development

CHEN3223 Mass Transfer




This course covers: Molecular, con-

vective and interphase mass trans-

fer; Transport properties; Continu-

ous and stage-wise mass transfer;

Absorption/stripping operations;

Humidification/drying; Design of

Absorption/Stripping equipment in-

cluding hydrodynamic design (load-

ing, flooding, diameter and height).

CHEN3232 Chemical Process Industries




This course introduces a theoreti-

cal study of a number of chemical

industries of strategic importance

to Oman as well as industries out-

side Oman: Petrochemical, Ferti-

lizer industry, LNG, Water/sewage

treatment, Soap and detergent, Ce-

ment, Food processing, Glass, Elec-

trochemical, Plastics, Perfumes, and

Pharmaceutical.

CHEN3341 Separation Processes



Prerequisites : CHEN3223

This course covers: Distilla-

tion; Liquid -liquid; Solvent extrac-

tion; Supercritical fluid extraction

and Adsorption; Design of industrial

separation equipment; Flow-sheet-

ing programs (HYSYS) will be used.

CHEN3342 Process Heat Transfer




This course covers design of heat

transfer equipment for chemical

processes including: Heat exchang-

ers; Condensers; Cooling towers;

Evaporators; Process furnace; Re-

boiler. Computer simulation using

HYSYS is emphasized.

CHEN3351 Computer Aided Design



Prerequisites: MATH3141, CHEN3223

This course covers: Modeling and

simulation; Introduction to compu-

tational tools available for the solu-

tion of chemical and process engi-

neering problems; Chemical process

simulators; Spread sheets.

CHEN3315 Chemical Reaction Engineering



Prerequisites: CHEN2213, MATH2121

This course covers: Stoichiometric

tables; Rate expressions; Reactions

with phase change; Relations be-

tween concentration, pressure, con-

version and flow rates; Reactor data

analysis techniques; Conservation

of mass in reactive systems; Noniso-

thermal reactors; Design of reactors;

Use of package programs and inter-

active learning tools.

ENGR4431 Engineering Management



Prerequisites: None

This course serves as an introduc-

tion to engineering management.

Topics include planning, decision

making, engineering project man-

agement and control, motivation,

communication and performance

appraisal. There are essential ele-

ments for every manager working in

chemical processes. This course links

the theoretical concepts with practi-

cal use.

CHEN3271 Chemical Engineering Lab I




This is the first of a two laboratory

courses sequence covering the ap-

plication of principles of chemical

and process engineering: Thermo-

dynamics; Transport processes;

Mass transfer; Separation processes;

Reaction Engineering; Experimental

planning, data acquisition and safe-

ty considerations are emphasized

throughout.

CHEN4352 Process Dynamics and Control



Prerequisites: CHEN3341, 3315

This course covers principles of

automatic control for chemical

processes: Unsteady state mod-

eling; Laplace open loop and closed

loop systems; Stability; Feedback/

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feed forward, and cascade control-

lers. It also covers instrumenta-

tion in chemical processes.

CHEN4361 Chemical Process Safety




A study of the technical funda-

mentals of chemical process safety

includes toxicology, industrial hy-

giene, source models, fires and ex-

plosions, relief systems, hazard iden-

tification, risk assessment, accident

investigations, and process safety

management.

CHEN4362 Plant Design and Economics



Prerequisites: CHEN3341, 3342, 3351, 3315

This course is intended to introduce

students to fundamental and appli-

cations of process and plant design.

The main topics are process design,

plant design consideration, process

creation, and heuristics for process

synthesis, mass and energy integra-

tion, materials of construction and

corrosion and process economics.

CHEN4391 Project I

2 Credit Hours


Prerequisites: CHEN3341, 3351, 3315

This is the first part of the capstone

design project. The project is to em-

phasize application of fundamentals

of chemical engineering and allow

an element of original work by each

student. A critical review of litera-

ture is required in order to present

current state of knowledge of the

problem under investigation and a

detailed report will be submitted.

CHEN4272 Chemical Engineering Lab II



Prerequisites: CHEN3271, CHEN 3341,

CHEN 3315

This is the second of a two labora-

tory courses sequence covering the

application of principles of chemi-

cal and process engineering: Ther-

modynamics; Transport processes;

Mass transfer; Separation processes;

Reaction Engineering; Experimen-

tal planning, data acquisition and

safety considerations are empha-

sized throughout.

CHEN4392 Project II

3Credit Hours


Prerequisites: CHEN4352,CHEN 4361,

CHEN 4362, CHEN 4391

This is the second part of the final

year Capstone design project: Com-

plete design of a chemical plant in-

cluding economic analysis, project

management, ethics, health, safety

and environment. A faculty mem-

ber supervises the project team.

Progress reports and a final report

are submitted followed by an oral

defense.




Prerequisites: None









CHEN4233 Polymer


Course Type: Technical Elective


This course offers an overview of

engineering analysis and design

techniques for synthetic polymers.

It includes polymerization reactions,

mechanical and viscoelastic char-

acterization, deformation mecha-

nisms, processing and polymer

rheology. Additional topics on bi-

opolymers and nanotechnology will

be covered.

CHEN4234 Corrosion




This course introduces electrochem-

ical principles and their application

to corrosion of materials and corro-

sion control. Topics covered include

thermodynamics and kinetics of

corrosion, corrosion mechanisms,

corrosion inhibition and electro-

chemical protection of metals. Case

studies from oil and gas production

and processing industries are also

included.

CHEN4343 Water Desalination




This course aims at studying indus-

trial desalination processes. Topics

covered include global and local

water resources, water quality and

analysis, technical and economic

analysis of major desalination pro-

cesses such as multi-stage flash, re-

verse osmosis, multiple-effect distil-

lation and electro dialysis.

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CHEN4344 Natural Gas Processing




This course introduces different

techniques for processing natural

gas. Topics include properties and

behavior of natural gas using equa-

tions of state, hydrate formation,

field treatment including dehydra-

tion, sour gas sweetening, sulfur re-

covery, and liquefaction. Design of

main processing equipment will be

studied.

CHEN4345 Petroleum Refining Processes




This course covers crude oil and its

properties and processes involved

in refineries: Atmospheric and vac-

uum fractionation; Catalytic crack-

ing; Thermal cracking, Hydro-crack-

ing, Steam reforming; Isomerization,

alkylation, Absorption; etc. It also

covers selected petrochemical in-

dustries; Design of processes.

Electrical EngineeringCourse Description



Type of Course: Mandatory

Pre-requisite Course: None

This course in general chemistry is

aimed at introducing engineering

students to fundamental chemical

concepts and principles. The major

topics covered in this course include

manipulation of data, the periodic

table, nomenclature of common

compounds, stoichiometry, solu-

tions, reactions, I deal Gas Law, ther-

mochemistry and thermodynamics,

electronic structure of the atom,

molecular geometry and hybridiza-

tion.


3 Credit Hours/4 Contact Hours











and arrays.



Course Type: Mandatory

Prerequisites: None















of 6.5 being the normal require-

ment for admission to postgradu-

ate studies in the English speaking

world. Students will need to join

this course with an English level

equivalent to IELTS 4.0. The course

develops the four skills of Listening,

Speaking, Reading and Writing, as

well as the grammatical framework

and vocabulary development strate-

gies necessary for students studying

at degree level.



Course Type : Mandatory

Prerequisites: Completion of Foundation

Program English














plex numbers.







101











Prerequisites: None












ENGR1211 Drawing for Engineering



Prerequisites: None














cal illustration.

MATH1111 CALCULUS I



Prerequisites: MATH1100, MATH5002





applications.

PHYS 1101 Physics 1



co-erequisites: MATH 1111







































Prerequisites: None

This course aims to develop inter-personal, oral presentation, writing and job writing skills and under-standing of how these effectively take place. The course will also provide an introduction to the pro-cesses and techniques used within corporate communications. Course objectives include

Communication concepts Barriers to communication Listening skills & non-verbal com-munication in an intercultural en-vironment Effective business writing and Presentation techniques Assertive communication and in-

terview skills

MATH2131 Linear Algebra and

Multivariate Calculus




This course covers topics in linear algebra and vector calculus. The lin-ear algebra topics are: matrices and determinants, solutions of systems of linear equations, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, special matrices (Her-mitian, skew-Hermitian, unitary), diagonalization. The topics in vec-tor calculus are: vectors and vector functions, vector differential calcu-lus, gradient, divergence and curl, vector integral calculus (line, double and triple integrals), Green, Gauss


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ELEC2211 Programming Tools for

Electrical Engineers



Prerequisites : COMP1411

This is a course on applied pro-

gramming. It emphasizes on solv-

ing mathematical and engineering

problems numerically. Topics cov-

ered include finding roots of equa-

tion, solving simultaneous algebraic

equation, curve fitting, optimization,

solving differential equations and

simulation.

ELEC2231 Circuits Theory I



Prerequisites: MATH 1111


basic engineering circuit analysis.

The topics covered in this course

include: basic electrical quantities

(voltage, current, resistance, power,

and energy); Ohm’s Law; Kirchhoff’s

current and voltage laws; nodal and

loop analysis techniques; Thevinin’s

and Norton’s theorems; maximum

power transfer; Inductors and Ca-

pacitors. Transient Circuits.

MATH2121 Differential Equations for

Engineering

















plications.

PHYS1102 Physics II


Course Type: Core for Mechanical and


Prerequisites: PHYS1101















ers error analysis.

ELEC2232 Circuits Theory II



Prerequisites: ELEC2231

This is a course on basic ac circuit

analysis. The topics covered in this

course include: ac fundamentals:

waveform characteristics (cycle,

period, peak value, average value,

rms value), ac through resistance,

capacitance and inductance, imped-

ance series and parallel ac circuits;

ac network analysis: Kirchhoff’s cur-

rent and voltage laws; nodal and

loop analysis techniques; Thevinin’s

and Norton’s theorems; maximum

power transfer; polyphase circuits.

ELEC2233 Electronics





electronics. Students study com-

monly used devices including di-

odes, bipolar junction transistors

(BJT), field effect transistors (FET),

metal oxide FET (MOSFET). They also

study techniques for analyzing cir-

cuits containing such devices both

analytically and using computer

simulation software. Applications of

the devices in circuits are also stud-

ied.

ELEC2331 Digital Design



Prerequisites: None


digital logic design and analysis.

Topics covered include number

systems, Boolean algebra, logic ele-

ments, combinational and sequen-

tial circuits design, state machines,

designing with MSI and LSI logic.

Applications using PLD’s will also be

covered. The course also includes

simulation of digital logic circuits

using the hardware description lan-

guage Verilog.

ENGR3251 Professional Practice



Prerequisites: None

This course introduces the student

to basic issues in Engineering Ethic

by the study of the morality of engi-

neers’ actions, duties and ideals and

their interactions and consequences

on the society. The societal respon-

sibilities of engineers are analyzed

through chemical and petroleum

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engineering code of practice. Thus,

students will understand issues

such as: moral autonomy, corpo-

rate responsibility, whistle blowing,

conflict of interest, risk assessment,

environment and sustainable devel-

opment.

MATH3151 Discrete Mathematics




Discrete mathematics as it applies to Engineering disciplines. Topics covered includes: algorithm analy-sis and design, predicate logic, re-view of proof techniques, Boolean algebra, application of induction to computing problems, introduction to Graph theory and applications in information technology, program correctness, preconditions, postcon-ditions and invariants, analysis of re-cursive programs using recurrence relations.





Data summary and presentations; Introduction to probability; Discrete and continuous probability distri-butions; Hypothesis testing; Curve fitting, regression and correlation; Introduction to statistical quality control; Use of Computer applica-tions in statistical analysis. The ex-amples and exercises strongly em-

phasize engineering applications.

ELEC3221 Signals and Systems



Prerequisites: ELEC2232+MATH2121


signals and systems. Topics covered

include studying common signals

encountered in engineering, peri-

odic signals, impulse and step sig-

nals, properties of continuous and

discrete-time systems, output of

LTI systems and convolution. Also,

covered in the course are Fourier

series of periodic signals, line spec-

tra, Fourier transform and Laplace

transform, transfer functions, stabil-

ity and cascade of LTI systems.

ELEC3241 Power System Analysis I




This is a course on power systems.

Topics covered include power sys-

tem components, transmission

line parameters like resistance, in-

ductance and capacitance. Model

for short, medium, and long lines.

Steady-state operation of transmis-

sion lines. Shunt and series compen-

sation. Bus admittance and imped-

ance matrices. Symmetrical fault.

ELEC3251 Electromagnetics I



Prerequisites: PHYS1102 + MATH2131

This is an introductory course elec-

tromagnetics that deals with static

fields. The topics covered in this

course include: Electrostatic Fields:

Characteristics and Laws, Electric

Fields in Materials, Electric Boundary

Conditions; Magnetostatic Fields:

Characteristics and Governing Laws,

Maxwell’s Equations for Static Fields.




Prerequisites : MATH2131+COMP1411
















MATH3161 Introduction to Complex

Variables





some topics in the theory of Com-

plex variables including: complex

numbers, functions of a complex

variable, limits and continuity,

analyticity, Cauchy-Riemann equa-

tions, harmonic functions, elemen-

tary functions of a complex variable,

complex integration, Cauchy’s theo-

rem, Cauchy’s formula and its conse-

quences, Taylor and Laurent series,

zeros and singularities, the residue

theorem and some of applications.

ELEC3222 Principles of Communication




This is a course on basic analog and

digital communications. The topics

covered in this course include: Am-

plitude Modulation. Angle Modu-

lation. Pulse Modulation. Digital

Band-Pass Modulation. Noise in An-

alogue and Digital Communications

Systems.

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ELEC3242 Power System Analysis II




This is an advanced course in power

system analysis. Topics covered in-

clude Power-flow studies. Network

calculations: node elimination,

building and modifying bus imped-

ance matrix. Symmetrical compo-

nents. Unsymmetrical faults. Eco-

nomic dispatch. Transient stability:

swing equation, equal-area criterion

and time-domain simulation.

ELEC3252 Electromagnetics II




Topics covered in this course in-

clude: Electrostatic Boundary Value

Problems. Resistance and Capaci-

tance. Magnetic forces, materials,

and devices. Time-varying fields and

electromagnetic induction. Max-

well’s Equations. Electromagnetic

Wave Propagation: Plane Waves in

Conductors and in Dielectrics, Pow-

er and the Poynting Vector, Wave

Polarization. Introduction to Trans-

mission Lines.

ELEC3261 Electrical Machines I



Prerequisites: ELEC2232 + ELEC3251

The course is designed to provide

students with basic energy con-

version concepts and the physical

phenomena in electrical machine

operation. The emphasis is on DC

machines and transformers.

ELEC3271 Measurements and Instru-

mentation




This course introduces the concepts

and principles of measurement sys-

tems and components of measure-

ments systems. It presents basic in-

formation on selection, application,

calibration and usage of modern

measurement systems to measure

electrical phenomena. A variety

of electrical quantities and device

types are covered, as well as signal

conditioning, acquisition, recording

and analysis.

ENGR4431 Engineering Management



Prerequisites: None

The intent of this course is to pro-

vide some insight into the nature

of management in which the en-

gineer is most likely to encounter

the need for an understanding of

management as his career pro-

cesses. Introduction to engineering

management with emphasis on the

management functions of planning,

organizing, motivating, controlling

and leading. The nature and types of

decision making are also discussed.

ELEC4231 Power Electronics



Prerequisites: ELEC2233 + ELEC3261

Introductory course in power elec-

tronics. Topics covered include de-

vices used in power electronics, AC/

DC, DC/AC and DC/DC conversion,

AC and DC drives, switched mode

power supply.

ELEC4262 Electrical Machines II



Prerequisites : ELEC3261

The course is designed to provide

students with basic understanding

of the principles of operation, per-

formance characteristics and appli-

cations of single-phase and three-

phase AC machines. The machines

covered include induction motors,

synchronous motors, synchronous

generators and special machines.

ELEC4271 Linear Control




Topics covered in this course include

a survey of control systems, math-

ematical modeling and represen-

tation of dynamical systems. Time

and frequency domain analysis of

control systems, stability, design of

control systems using techniques

like Root-Locus and PID, and intro-

duction to modern control systems

and the state space representation

of linear systems.




Prerequisites: None









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ELEC4243 Electrical Power Distribution




This is an advanced course in power

system. Topics covered include load

characteristics, type of distribution

networks, distribution transformers,

voltage drop and its regulation, mo-

tor starting voltage characteristics,

design of primary and secondary

distribution feeders, power factor

correction, low voltage protection.

ELEC4241 Power System Protection




This course is an introductory course

on the protection of electrical power

systems. It introduces the student

to the most relevant concepts and

techniques in power system protec-

tion. It covers the entire spectrum of

protective electromechanical relays

used for protection of transmission

lines, transformers, busbars, gen-

erators, and motors. Modern tech-

niques employed in power system

protection are also introduced such

as the use of static and microproces-

sor relays.

ELEC4391 Project I

3 Credit Hours


Prerequisites : ELEC3242+ELEC3261

This is the second part of the ma-

jor capstone design that spans two

semesters. It involves design of an

electrical device or system subject

to appropriate engineering stand-

ards and realistic constraints such

as economic, environmental, social,

political, ethical, health and safety,

manufacturability, and sustainability.

ELEC4392 Project II

3 Credit Hours


Prerequisites : ELEC4391

This is the second part of the ma-

jor capstone design that spans two

semesters. It involves design of an

electrical device or system subject

to appropriate engineering stand-

ards and realistic constraints such

as economic, environmental, social,

political, ethical, health and safety,

manufacturability, and sustainabil-

ity.

ELEC 4242 Power System Quality




This course is an introductory course

on power quality of electrical power

generation and transmission sys-

tems. It introduces the student to

the concepts power quality and

techniques of controlling power

quality. Topics covered include: In-

troduction to Power Quality, Power

Quality Problems, Voltage Surge and

Interruptions, Transient Over Volt-

age, Source of Harmonics, Harmon-

ics Mitigation, Power Quality Moni-

toring, Power Quality Enhancement.

ELEC4263 Renewable Energy




This course is designed to introduce

students to emerging technologies

in the area of renewable energy.

The emphasis is on the two areas of

high potential in Oman, namely, so-

lar photovoltaic and wind energy in

terms of generation of electricity.

ELEC4221 Digital Signal Processing



Prerequisites: ELEC3221 + COMP1411

Topics covered in this course include

sampling of analog signals, discrete

Fourier transform, FFT, digital filter

design both FIR and IIR, stability of

IIR systems, filter implementation

techniques, application of DSP.

Computer simulation software like

Matlab will be used in the study of

this course. Labs will be conducted

on DSP boards.

ELEC4211 Introduction To Networking



Prerequisites: ELEC2331 + COMP1411


computer networks. Topics covered

include the OSI model, transmission

medium, local area networks (LAN),

Ethernet, Token Ring, cabling, medi-

um access control, bridges, routers,

internet protocol (IP), transmission

control protocol (TCP), user data-

gram protocol (UDP), fragmenta-

tion, encapsulation, domain name

systems (DNS), client server archi-

tecture and network security.

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Mechanical EngineeringCourse Description





This course in general chemistry is aimed at introducing engineering students to fundamental chemical concepts and principles. The major topics covered in this course include manipulation of data, the periodic table, nomenclature of common compounds, stoichiometry, solu-tions, reactions, I deal Gas Law, ther-mochemistry and thermodynamics, electronic structure of the atom, molecular geometry and hybridiza-

tion.


3 Credit Hours/4 Contact Hours











and arrays.

This is the first course in a series of eight courses to be delivered over four years. Throughout the 4 year programme, students will extend their general English language profi-ciency as well as gaining the special-ist English Language competencies related to their major fields of study. The programme also enables stu-dents to become familiar with and develop more effective strategies to meet the demands of the Inter-national English Language Testing

Examination (IELTS), an overall score of 6.5 being the normal requirement for admission to postgraduate stud-ies in the English speaking world.

Students will need to join this course with an English level equivalent to IELTS 4.0. The course develops the four skills of Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing, as well as the grammatical framework and vocab-ulary development strategies neces-sary for students studying at degree

level.




Prerequisites: Completion of Foundation

Program English

Co-requisite Course: N/A














plex numbers.













Prerequisites: None












ENGR1211 Drawing for Engineering



Prerequisites: None














cal illustration.

MATH1111 CALCULUS I



Prerequisites: MATH5002, or MATH1100





applications.

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PHYS 1101 Physics 1



co-erequisites: MATH 1111







































Prerequisites: None









objectives include





vironment




terview skills

MATH2131 Linear Algebra And Multivari-

ate Calculus




This course covers topics in linear algebra and vector calculus. The lin-ear algebra topics are: matrices and determinants, solutions of systems of linear equations, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, special matrices (Her-mitian, skew-Hermitian, unitary), diagonalization. The topics in vec-tor calculus are: vectors and vector functions, vector differential calcu-lus, gradient, divergence and curl, vector integral calculus (line, double and triple integrals), Green, Gauss


PHYS1102 Physics II


Course Type: Core for Mechanical and

















ers error analysis.

ELEC2234 Introduction to Electrical

Engineering




This course is designed for non-elec-

trical engineering students as in in-

troduction to electrical engineering.

Topics covered include: AC Funda-

mentals, Three-phase Circuits, Elec-

tro-mechanical Energy Conversion,

Industrial Applications of Electrical

Machines and Transformers.

MECH2201 Statics




This is a fundamental course for en-

gineering students. It introduces the

Mechanical Engineering students to

the basics of equilibrium conditions

of particles and rigid bodies. The

course will integrate the knowledge

of the students in the fields of math-

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ematics and physics to understand

nature of forces and moments; fric-

tion and structural mechanics; cent-

er of gravity and moment of inertia.

The course will cover basic force

and moment vectors, equilibrium of

particles and rigid bodies, structural

analysis, center of mass and mo-

ment of inertia.

MECH2261 Engineering Materials



Prerequisites: None

This course is designed to give an

introduction to the materials and

engineering. It consists of structure

and properties of materials used in

engineering such as metals, poly-

mers, ceramics and composites.

Main topics include; crystal struc-

tures, imperfection in crystalline sol-

ids, mechanical properties and the

effect of deformation on mechani-

cal, electrical and thermal properties

and phase diagrams.

MATH2121 Differential Equations

For Engineering

















plications.

MECH2203 Dynamics



Prerequisites: MECH2201

This course is based on developing principles and fundamental equa-tion concerning the particles/bodies in motion. Application of Newton’s Laws and Work-Energy principles to the motion of single particles, systems of particles and rigid bod-ies in planar motion; Use of virtual displacements and virtual work to introduce Lagrange’s formulation of the equations motion for systems of particles and rigid bodies in planar motion; Vibration; System’s equilib-rium points; Linear stability analyses. Throughout the course, MATLAB® will be used to practice numerical methods for solving dynamics prob-

lems.

MECH2221 Thermodynamics




This course introduces basic defini-

tions, concepts and laws of ther-

modynamics through a balanced

handling of theory and engineering

applications. The topics include the

first and second laws, thermody-

namic property relationships, en-

tropy, and applications to vapor and

gas power systems, refrigeration,

and heat pump systems. Students

will be able to relate their knowl-

edge to engineering applications lo-

cally and globally.

MECH2205 Mechanics of Materials




This course is the further develop-ment of statics and dynamics. It is aimed to provide a broad under-

standing of the deformation of solid bodies in tension, compression, bending and torsion when they are in equilibrium. Specifically, to deter-mine the internal stresses, strains, and displacement produced by the applied loads. Topics covered in-clude: axial stress and strain; thermal stress and strain; statically indeter-minant systems; torsional stress and strain; bending stresses in beams; beam deflections; stress and strain transformations, combined stresses; power transmission, stresses in pres-sure vessels and elastic buckling in

columns

MECH2241 Instrumentation and

Measurements




This course includes basics of meas-urement systems, static and dynam-ic characteristics of signals, measure-ment system behavior, uncertainty analysis, analog electrical devices and measurements, sampling and data acquisition, measurement of motion, force, torque, pressure, flow, temperature, signal conditioning and transmission, and computer aided data acquisition and analysis.





Data summary and presentations; Introduction to probability; Discrete and continuous probability distri-butions; Hypothesis testing; Curve fitting, regression and correlation; Introduction to statistical quality control; Use of Computer applica-tions in statistical analysis.

The examples and exercises strongly emphasize engineering applica-

tions.

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ENGR2421 Engineering Economics



Prerequisites:None

This course is an introduction to en-gineering economics, time value of money, discounted cash flow calcu-lations, present-worth comparisons, equivalent annual-worth compari-sons, rate-of-return comparisons, structural analysis of alternatives, financial analysis, accounting and depreciation, effects of inflation, sensitivity analysis, industrial prac-tices, break-even analysis, expected value, and, topics in engineering ap-

plications of economy.

MECH3201 Machine Dynamics




Analysis and design of machines.

Kinematic analysis of mechanisms,

cams, gears. Gear force analysis.

Dynamics of machines, flywheels.

Balancing of machines- rotating and

reciprocating unbalance. Computer

aided analysis and design. Case

studies.

MECH3301 Mechanical Design I



Prerequisites: ENGR 1211 & MECH2205

This course covers the phases of design in product design process. This involves team behavior and tools, phases of design and custom-er needs, concept generation and evaluation, design specifications, communicating the design, ethics in design and design documentation. Subsequently, static and fatigue the-ories of failure, an introduction to design of machine elements; design of shafts, and screws and threads

will be taught.

MECH3221 Fluid Mechanics




This course leads the student to an

understanding of fluid statics and

kinematics, fundamental laws relat-

ed to fluid phenomena and their ap-

plications to fluid mechanics prob-

lems, dimensional analysis, laminar

and turbulent flow of ideal and vis-

cous fluids, pipe flow, and compress-

ible flow.

MECH3261 Mechanical Engineering Tools




This course focuses on the philoso-

phy “to learn to build”. You build any-

thing that you can imagine so that

it works first, works right and works

to win. It is a hands-on introduction

to design and fabrication introduc-

ing the fundamentals of machine

and computer tools use. Students

will work with a variety of machine

tools including the bandsaw, mill-

ing, lathe, grinding machines, etc.

Instructions will be given on MAT-

LAB and CAD software. Assignments

are project-oriented relating to me-

chanical engineering topics. It is

recommended that students take

this subject during the designated

semester.




Prerequisites: MATH2131, COMP1411
















MECH3223 Heat Transfer



Prerequisites: MECH2221 & MECH3221

This course introduces through a

balanced handling of theory and

engineering application of different

heat transfer mechanisms (conduc-

tion, convection, and radiation), heat

transfer problem analysis methodol-

ogy, steady and transient heat con-

duction, forced and free heat con-

vection, basics concepts of boiling

and condensation, heat exchangers

and heat exchanger design.

MECH3243 Systems and Control



Prerequisites: MECH2241 & MATH2121

Mathematical models of physical

systems, introduction to control sys-

tems, input-output and state vari-

able models, Open-loop and closed-

loop feedback control systems,

stability of linear feedback systems,

the root-locus method, frequency

response methods, stability in the

frequency domain, design specifica-

tions of feedback control systems,

design of feedback control systems,

applications and case studies.

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MECH3303 Mechanical Design II




This course is the continuation of

Mechanical Design I. The first half

of the course will focus on design of

springs, gears, bearings, bolts, belts

using appropriate failure theories.

Second half of the course will deal

with design of thermal/mechani-

cal systems. The students will apply

their knowledge to design a com-

ponent and/or product by working

on a term project. They will work

in teams, prepare written and oral

presentations, and discuss the eco-

nomical, environmental, and ethical

aspects of a proposed design.

MECH3491 Mechanical Engineering

Seminar



Prerequisites: None

In this course industry experts and

researchers will be invited to give

presentations on current engineer-

ing topics and industrial practices

in Mechanical Engineering reflect-

ing current trends in research and

development, and emerging indus-

trial applications of Mechanical sys-

tems. The students will listen to the

seminar and participate in question

session and discussion and write a

short report on the materials pre-

sent during the seminar. In addition,

students will also choose a topic for

presentation in consultation with a

faculty member as seminar advisor.

The students will collect the litera-

ture, read it, prepare a summary of it

and present it in the seminar.

MECH4391 Project I

2 Credit Hours


Prerequisites : MECH3223 and MECH3303

The course will focus on detail de-

sign. Teach students how to inte-

grate knowledge from the separate

courses studied previously and con-

currently. The students will tackle

open-ended engineering problems

whose solutions require a synthe-

sis of design, judgment, technical

skills, analysis, creativity, innovation

and cost analysis. Afford students

the opportunities to practice their

skills in preparing and presenting

reports. Teach students how to de-

sign and conduct experiments, as

well as to analyze and interpret data.

The students will work on the de-

sign project in any of the following

areas (separate or combined) as pro-

posed by a group of faculty mem-

bers. These areas include: applied

mechanics, thermo-fluids, dynamics

and control, materials and manu-

facturing. The design must address

safety, economics, ethics, environ-

mental and other issues.

MECH4224 Advanced Thermal Systems

3 Credit Hours / 4 contact Hours



This course integrates thermofluid

fundamentals (thermodynamics,

fluid mechanics and heat transfer),

engineering economics, optimiza-

tion techniques, and computer pro-

gramming in a thermofluid systems

design framework. It covers system

design concepts, mathematical

modeling, optimization techniques,

steady state simulations of ther-

mofluid components; pumps, fans,

compressors, heat exchangers, boil-

ers, turbines, chillers, cooling towers

and fluid distribution network. Dy-

namic thermofluid system simula-

tions will also be covered. Students

will work on assigned projects that

focus on thermofluid system com-

ponents’ sizing and overall system

design and performance analysis

using computer programming and

dedicated software packages.

MECH4261 Modern Manufacturing

3 Credit Hours /4 contact Hours



Descriptive and analytical treatment

of manufacturing processes and

production equipment, automation,

computer control, integrated sys-

tems, etc. Applications of mechan-

ics, stress analysis, vibrations, con-

trols, and heat transfer.

ENGR 4431 Engineering Management

3 Credit Hours / 3 contact Hours


Prerequisites: None

The intent of this course is to pro-

vide some insight into the nature

of management in which the en-

gineer is most likely to encounter

the need for an understanding of

management as his career pro-

cesses. Introduction to engineering

management with emphasis on the

management functions of planning,

organizing, motivating, controlling

and leading. The nature and types of

decision making are also discussed.

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Prerequisites: None









MECH4392 Project II

3 Credit Hours



The course will focus on detail de-

sign. Teach students how to inte-

grate knowledge from the separate

courses studied previously and con-

currently. The students will tackle

open-ended engineering problems

whose solutions require a synthe-

sis of design, judgment, technical

skills, analysis, creativity, innovation

and cost analysis. Afford students

the opportunities to practice their

skills in preparing and presenting

reports. Teach students how to de-

sign and conduct experiments, as

well as to analyze and interpret data.

The students will work on the de-

sign project in any of the following

areas (separate or combined) as pro-

posed by a group of faculty mem-

bers. These areas include: applied

mechanics, thermo-fluids, dynamics

and control, materials and manu-

facturing. The design must address

safety, economics, ethics, environ-

mental and other issues.

MECH4241 Engineering vibration

3 Credit Hours


Prerequisites: MECH2203, MATH2121,

MATH 2131

This course introduces the founda-

tion of vibration theory and analysis,

and develops student’s understand-

ing and ability to model mechanical

system and apply numerical and

analytical methods to solve dynamic

responses of vibratory systems hav-

ing single and multiple degree of

freedom. Vibration of continuous

system is also studied. Designing

with respect to vibration is empha-

sized considering specific applica-

tion .

AppliedBiotechnology

BachelorsDescription

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BIOT 3102 Genetic Engineering



Prerequisites: BIOT 2101

Genetic engineering Describes tools

for recombinant DNA technology

and production of transgenic or-

ganisms including microorganisms,

plants and animals (Genetically

modified organisms, GMOs).

BIOT 3103 Immunology and Immuno-

logical Techniques



Prerequisites : BIOT 2101

This course covers molecular and

cellular immunology, including in-

nate and specific immunity. Com-

ponents of the immune system

such as antigen and antibody, com-

plement, major histocompatibility

complexes, B- and T-cell receptors,

antibody formation and process like

cytotoxic responses, and regula-

tion of the immune response will be

presented thoroughly. Students will

also be introduced to the applied

aspects of immunology, which in-

clude immunoassay design and flow

cytometry. In addition, this course

introduces students to methods

for analyzing the immune system.

Participants gain experience with

various immunologic techniques

used in research and biotechnology

laboratories such as immunoassays,

immunofluorescence, western blot

analysis, SDS-PAGE, antibody pu-

rification (protein A), and cytokine

assays. Additional topics will be

discussed theoretically such as hy-

bridoma technology, therapeutic

monoclonal antibodies.

BIOT 3200 Methods in Proteomics




This course covers the analytical

methods used to study and in-

vestigate proteome of organisms.

Emphasis is placed on the general

principles and applicability of the

methods, current protocols are

discussed, and problem sets rep-

resenting realistic developmental

challenges are assigned. Topics in-

clude electrophoretic techniques

(SDS-PAGE, native protein electro-

phoresis, 2-D gel electrophoresis),

spectroscopic methods and meth-

ods to measure protein-protein in-

teractions Computer-based tools

available for analyzing and predict-

ing the structure and function of

proteins will be used. Such tools

include protein database searching,

protein physicochemical properties,

secondary structure prediction, and

statistical verification. Also covered

are graphic visualization of the dif-

ferent types of three-dimensional

folds and predicting 3-D structures

by homology. Computer laborato-

ries complement material presented

in lectures.

BIOT 3201 M a r i n e B i o t e c h n o l o g y




This course covers the application

of molecular techniques used to

study the marine environment and

obtain useful products from marine

systems. Discovery, structure, and

biological activity of marine bioac-

tive compounds, chemotaxonomy,

pharmaceutical leads, marine bio-

toxins, structure, mode of action,

regulation and monitoring, the

producing organisms, how (biosyn-

thesis) and why these compounds

are made. Students examine recent

progress in discovery of drugs and

enzymes from marine microbes and

higher organisms, biodiversity, bi-

oremediation, molecular approach-

es in aquaculture, the role of marine

microbes in global carbon cycling,

and genomics of marine organisms.

BIOT 4100 Biological Oceanography




Discussion of the recent oceano-

graphic literature concerning nutri-

ent [plankton ,cyanobacteria] cy-

cling, distribution and regulation of

oceanic productivity, and advances

in methodologies used to study

oceanic processes and controlling

factors.

BIOT 4101 Aquaculture




Aquaculture is a global and rap-

idly expanding industry, requiring

a range of scientific and practical

knowledge. To reflect this broad

skills base, the course covers the

principal biological, physico-chem-

ical, biotechnology, policy/plan-

ning and environmental aspects of

aquatic farming. An introduction

to principles and technologies ap-

plied to the culture of commercially

important marine organisms. His-

tory, economic importance, basic

components of marine aquaculture

systems, a survey of species and sys-

tems, principles of water quality for

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culturing facilities, and diseases of

marine organisms as they relate to

marine aquaculture are presented.

Aqua business concepts are also ex-

amined.

BIOT 4102 Marine Toxicology




This course will introduce students to the concepts of aquatic toxicol-ogy. Lectures will cover history and basic concepts of toxicology with a focus on aquatic issues, modern mo-lecular techniques commonly used in modern toxicology applications, an overview of common xenobiot-ics, and experimental design. Lec-tures will present and discuss the bi-ochemical and molecular biological aspects of absorption and detoxifi-cation, excretion and accumulation, execution of toxic action of various pollutants. In particular, the enzyme groups associated with detoxication in gill and liver, and the toxic action of chemicals through receptors on cell membrane, and the other up to date information on environment assessment will be introduced for deep understanding of aqua-tox-icology. Laboratories will focus on performing basic toxicological skills, including exposure setup and moni-toring, endpoint selection, and basic

molecular techniques.

BIOT 4103 Costal Management



Prerequisites: None

The course focuses on oceanic and coastal environments with an em-phasis on processes along with management strategies. Basic prin-ciples of oceanography will be cov-ered, as well as their effects on ma-

rine biology, including: properties of seawater, tides, oceanic and coastal circulation. The physical environ-ment, e.g. waves, currents, sediment movement, beaches (various types), erosion/deposition mechanisms (e.g. cliffs, dunes, etc), and potential consequences of sea-level rise and global warming, is integrated with anthropogenic dimensions, i.e. us-age, coastal defense, pollution (e.g. persistent marine debris) and re-source exploitation. Furthermore, the course will give students an un-derstanding of the consequences of human activities in both ocean and coastal environments and an intro-duction to quantitative techniques for data processing, measuring and data presentation in the field of

coastal and marine sciences.

BIOT 3104 Bio-Farming




In this course students will study ani-

mal science past history, future tech-

nology and current opportunities. It

will cover large and small animals,

companion animals and production

livestock. The basics of production

in farm animals’ such housing equip-

ment designed for economically ef-

ficient management, labor, feeding

and disease control according to the

Omani Legislation will be taught.

BIOT 3203 Introduction to Soils and

Water Management




This course integrates concepts of soil and water resources at the landscape level. Physical, chemical and biological interactions in water-sheds and how they are influenced

by land use and management will be discussed. This course aims at the:

Understanding of the important roles that soil and water play as components of natural ecosystems. Understanding how soil and water interact in a watershed framework or landscape unit.

Understanding the important phys-ical and chemical properties of soil and water.

Understanding how the manage-ment of soil and water resources affects land use planning, erosion and nutrient cycling and nutrient management.

Learning some basic field tech-niques to measure physical/chemi-

cal properties of soil and water.

BIOT 4104 Agricultural and Food regulations




This is a four parts course. The first

part will focus on the role of the

state in agriculture. According to

welfare economics there are two ar-

guments for government interven-

tion in markets: Efficiency oriented

arguments and non-efficiency ori-

ented arguments. The former group

includes correction of a long list of

market failures which in agriculture

could be building and increasing

the efficiency of product and fac-

tor markets, research and teaching,

dealing with multifunctionality. In

agriculture policies following these

arguments are initiatives of poverty

reduction, and income distribution.

The second part deals with monitor-

ing and evaluation of agricultural

policy. The focus will be on various

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(OECD) measures of support like the

Total Support Estimate (TSE), Pro-

ducer Support Estimate (PSE) and

Gulf Corporation Council (GCC)rec-

ommendations. The methodology

will be used as an evaluation frame

for analysis of the agricultural policy

reform progress in various countries

around the world. The third part fo-

cuses on explaining agricultural pol-

icy in OECD and non-OECD countries

in relation to the questions of foun-

dation, persistence, and reform pro-

cess. The approach will be based on

the methodology of New Economic

History, Public Choice, and Public

Finance. The fourth part will discuss

and analyze a large number of agri-

cultural and Food policy measures in

various countries and seek general

lessons regarding the relationships

between policies and effects while

identifying ways of selecting the

most effective measures in specific

situations. The regulatory approval

process for bringing a drug, biologic,

medical device, food, or cosmetic to

market will be analyzed. The class

will discuss administrative proce-

dures followed by regulatory agen-

cies such as the FDA. The course in-

cludes an overview of the, biologic

drugs, and medical device approval

processes and the regulation of food

and dietary supplements. Students

then will be exposed to the enforce-

ment activities of regulatory agency,

including searches, seizure actions,

injunctions, criminal prosecutions,

and civil penalties authorized under

law such as the FDC Act, as well as

other statutes like the Public Health

Service Act (which regulates the de-

velopment and approval of biolog-

ics).

BIOT 4105 GMOs and Food Technology




In this course, students are intro-

duced to the application of recombi-

nant DNA technology to agriculture

and methods for the introduction of

foreign DNA into plant and animal

cells and generation of stably trans-

formed plants and animals. Students

will learn through specific examples

of the use of transgenic plants and

animals in biotechnology, which can

provide protection against insects,

diseases, and tolerance to specific

herbicides. They also investigate

how recombinant growth hormones

can result in leaner meat, greater

milk yield, better feed utilization, and

how transgenic plants and animals

can serve as bioreactors for the pro-

duction of bio drugs or pharmaceu-

tical proteins. Because recombinant

agricultural products are released

into the environment or consumed

as foods, students also need to be-

come familiar with environmental

safety issues. In addition, the course

is to provide an understanding of

microbial and chemical food safety

in the entire production chain and

to provide tools to identify and solve

problems pertinent to food safety.

Furthermore the course will provide

the technological knowledge of the

animal production systems and will

allow students to assess risks at vari-

ous steps in these systems. The work

is completed by a course report.

BIOT 4106 Greenhouses and Hydroponics




This course covers the principles and procedures involved in the op-eration and maintenance of green-house facilities. Emphasis is placed on the operation of greenhouse systems, including the environmen-tal control, record keeping, schedul-ing, and production practices. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the ability to oper-ate greenhouse systems and facili-ties to produce greenhouse crops. Hydroponics is the practice of grow-ing plants in a controlled soil-less environment. Students will study the processes of hydroponic farm-ing on a small scale and maintain a hydroponics garden. The students will explore a variety of growing methods and learn what compo-nents are necessary to build a com-mercial hydroponics green house. The students will be exposed to seed planting, transplanting seed-lings and raising seedlings to har-vest. Hydroponics engages the stu-dents in experimentation, personal observation and hands-on learning throughout its study.

BIOT 4107 Pest Control of Field Crops




In this course, students are intro-

duced to the application of recombi-

nant DNA technology to agriculture

and methods for the introduction of

foreign DNA into plant and animal

cells and generation of stably trans-

formed plants and animals. Students

will learn through specific examples

of the use of transgenic plants and

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animals in biotechnology, which can

provide protection against insects,

diseases, and tolerance to specific

herbicides. They also investigate

how recombinant growth hormones

can result in leaner meat, greater

milk yield, better feed utilization, and

how transgenic plants and animals

can serve as bioreactors for the pro-

duction of bio drugs or pharmaceu-

tical proteins. Because recombinant

agricultural products are released

into the environment or consumed

as foods, students also need to be-

come familiar with environmental

safety issues. In addition, the course

is to provide an understanding of

microbial and chemical food safety

in the entire production chain and

to provide tools to identify and solve

problems pertinent to food safety.

Furthermore the course will provide

the technological knowledge of the

animal production systems and will

allow students to assess risks at vari-

ous steps in these systems. The work

is completed by a course report.

BIOT 3105 Response to Biological &

Chemical Threat




This course introduces the methods

and techniques used for biothreat

detection, identification, and medi-

cal intervention. Methods to protect

the health and safety of responders,

the proper procedures for threat

containment, decontamination, re-

moval, and establishment of a chain

of custody for evidentiary materi-

als are all discussed. Students will

learn rapid methods for biothreat

detection (using various biodetec-

tion platforms) and conventional

methods such as culture, PCR, DNA

fingerprinting, phage typing, and

proteomics. Procedures for working

in Biosafety Levels 3 and 4 environ-

ments are presented, as well as the

immunological responses to bio-

threat exposure, and the preventive

and therapeutic options available. A

Biothreat drill will be presented.

BIOT 3205 Environmental Biotechnology

and Bioremediation




This course examines current ap-

plications of biotechnology to en-

vironmental quality evaluation,

monitoring, and bioremediation of

contaminated environments. The

scale of technology ranges from the

molecular to macrobiotic. Relevant

topics of microbiology and plant bi-

ology are presented. These provide

a foundation for subsequent discus-

sions of microbial removal and deg-

radation of organics, phyto remedia-

tion of soil and water contaminated

with toxic metals and radionuclide’s,

wetlands as treatment processes,

biofilms/biofilters for vapor-phase

wastes, and composting. Emphasis

is placed on modeling and design.

Advantages and disadvantages of

each application are compared.

Case studies are presented in the ar-

eas of biosensors in environmental

analysis; molecular biology applica-

tions in environmental engineering;

and genetic engineering of organ-

isms for bioremediation of air, water,

and soil.

CHEM1105 General Chemistry


Course type: compulsory

Prerequisite: None

Study the properties and interac-

tions of matter from a molecular

viewpoint.

Emphasize the importance of

chemistry to many fields of sci-

ence.

Understand the molecular nature

of matter.

Enhance an important skills such

as problem solving, abstract

thinking, logic, and algebra.

Provide student with the all the nec-

essary resources to allow them to

learn something new about chem-

istry.

BIOT 1101 Biology 1

3 Credit hours / 5Contact hours


Prerequisite: None

Emphasis will be placed on learn-ing, understanding and being able to use key biological concepts and the scientific method. The study of modern biology is not only a matter of assimilating factual information. Learning how to use that informa-tion for problem-solving, posing hypotheses and interpreting ex-perimental results is also critical to understanding biology as a science. The lectures examine key concepts. Discussions allow you to more fully investigate these. In the laboratory, you will use the scientific method and apply a number of the concepts from lecture to carry out the vari-ous exercises. In addition, labs stress the development of written and oral presentation skills. These are required to successfully communi-cate scientific concepts and research

findings to others.

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MATH1007 Mathematics for Applied

Biotechnology



Prerequisite: Math5002

This course is intended to refresh

the basic concepts in mathematics

that are frequently applied in dif-

ferent areas of bio-computing and

chemical-computing. Students who

successfully complete this course

will have:

Studied the concept of functions

and derivatives.

Done basic operations in differ-

ential and integral calculus.

Done calculations with vectors,

linear spaces and linear transfor-

mations.

Done binary operations on two vec-

tors in 3D Euclidean space.

BIOT 1200 Biology2



Prerequisite: BIOT 1101

The course goal is to provide the

students with a good understand-

ing of the current knowledge on

how biological molecules are or-

ganized into cells and cells into

tissues and the tissues to organ-

isms.

It presents how genes are inher-

ited and how they regulate the

function of the organisms.

It also explains how organisms

sense and interact with their envi-

ronment, how organisms obtain

and use energy, and how major

organ systems function.

The course will provide students with a solid foundation for advanced study in many sub-disciplines of bi-

ology

CHEM 1205 Analytical Chemistry




To provide a solid background in

those chemical principles that are

particularly important to analyti-

cal chemistry.

To develop an appreciation for

the task of judging the accuracy

and precision of experimental

data and to show how these judg-

ments may be sharpened by the

application of statistical methods.

To introduce to a wide range

of techniques that are useful in

modern analytical

Chemistry, some of which will

gain hands-on experience in the

laboratory portion of the course. To develop skills necessary to solve analytical problems in a quantitative manner, particularly with the aid of those spreadsheet tools that are commonly avail-able. To acquire laboratory skills that will enable student to gain con-fidence in his ability to obtain

high-quality analytical data.

CHEM 1206 Organic Chemistry




Carbon compounds with the em-

phasis on structure, nomenclature,

conformation, stereochemistry, syn-

thetic methods, and spectroscopy

will be described. Chemical reaction

mechanisms are stressed through-

out the lectures. The course is an

integrated treatment of aliphatic

and aromatic chemistry. Laboratory

work emphasizes separation, purifi-

cation, kinetic studies, and the iden-

tification of organic compounds

stressing instrumental techniques/

computer simulations. Microscale

techniques will be used in the labo-

ratory

PHYS 2105 General Physics


Course type : compulsory

Prerequisite : None

This is a calculus-based physics

course which provides an in-depth

study of mechanics and heat. Major

topics include 1-mechanics, e.g. vec-

tors, friction, equilibrium of a par-

ticle and a rigid body, description

of motion in a straight line and in a

plane, Newton’s laws of motion and

universal gravitation, work and en-

ergy, momentum, and elastic prop-

erties of solids. 2- Thermodynamics,

e.g., heat measurements, heat trans-

fer, heat and expansion and kinetic-

3-molecular theories. The laboratory

supports the theoretical lectures

and emphasizes experimental tech-

niques and error analysis

BIOT 2101 Molecular Biology


Course type : compulsory

Prerequisite : BIOT 1200

This course provides a comprehen-

sive overview of the key concepts

in molecular biology. Topics include,

DNA replication, transcription,

translation, chromosome structure

and remodeling and regulation of

gene expression in prokaryotes and

eukaryotes. It covers the basic tech-

niques used in molecular biology

such as genomic and plasmid DNA

and RNA preparation, Western and

Northern blot, DNA manipulation

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using digestion and modification

enzymes, PCR, Cloning and sub-

cloning, library construction and

phage and recombinant bacteria

handling. Extended topics include

methods such as genotyping using

microarrays, and siRNA, DNA finger-

printing and profiling.

BIOT 2102 Genetics




This course presents the basic

principles of heredity as currently

understood from evidence accu-

mulated in classical, cytogenetic,

molecular, and quantitative genetic

experiments. Emphasis is placed on

a thorough understanding of ge-

netic principles and the relationship

of genetics to all biological disci-

plines. In this course students learn

to use the tools of modern genom-

ics to elucidate phenotypic variation

within populations. The course uses

human disease (from simple Mende-

lian disorders to common complex

disorders) to exemplify the types of

studies and tools that can be used

to characterize cellular pathophysi-

ology as well as to provide genetic

diagnostics and therapies.

BIOT 2103 Microbiology




The purpose of teaching Microbi-

ology is to familiarize the student

with those concepts that are basic

to viruses and prokaryotic and eu-

karyotic cells. Lecture is the founda-

tion of the course. Laboratories will

not always coincide with the lecture

topics, as the laboratories are de-

signed to give the student the basic

laboratory techniques necessary to

identify microorganisms. The stu-

dent is responsible for assignments

(such as designated papers from the

scientific literature) that add to the

lecture and lab material. In order to

enhance appreciation of the course,

the student is encouraged to seek

out related materials that are avail-

able, such as scientific journals (e.g.

Cell, Nature, Scientific American),

news papers and magazines that

relate to course topics, and bring

them to the notice of the class and/

or professor.

BIOT 2200 Bioethics



Prerequisite: None

This course analyze and discuss tra-

ditional and modern philosophical

theories and views regarding the

nature of moral. These theories are

discussed within the framework of

critical life sciences issues and is-

sues related to biotechnologies ap-

plications involving. Ethics involves

experiments on human subjects will

be discussed. Organ transplanta-

tion, in vitro fertilization and use of

embryos cells, cloning, the use of

animals in research, the collection,

storage and use of personal genetic

data, the peer review process, con-

flict of interest will be discussed.

BIOT 2201 Biochemistry



Prerequisite: BIOT1202

This course explores the roles of es-

sential biological molecules focus-

ing on nucleic acid, protein, lipids

and carbohydrates structure and

functions. Studies and discussions of

macromolecules involve, DNA, RNA,

amino acids, proteins, enzymes, vi-

tamins and hormones. Students ex-

amine in detail the structure of pro-

teins, their function, their binding to

other molecules and the methodol-

ogies for their purification and char-

acterization. Enzymes and their ki-

netics and mechanisms are covered

in detail. Metabolic pathways are

examined from thermodynamic and

regulatory perspectives. The course

also includes the study of metabolic

pathways and energy production

especially carbohydrates, fatty acids,

and amino acids metabolism.

BIOT 2202 Cell Biology




This course covers cell organization

and sub-cellular structure. Students

examine the structure of the cell,

chromosome and plasma mem-

brane the sites of macromolecular

synthesis and processing, the trans-

port across cell membranes, orga-

nelle biogenesis, and cell specializa-

tion as well as the mechanics of cell

division. In addition, students ex-

amine cell-to-cell signaling that in-

volves hormones and receptors, sig-

nal transduction pathways, second

messenger molecules, cell adhesion,

extracellular matrix, cell cycle, pro-

grammed cell death, methylation of

DNA and modification of chromatic

structure, and mechanisms of the

cell. The involvement of abnormali-

ties in signal transduction pathways

to oncogenesis and other disease

states will be stressed.

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BIOT 2203 Microbial Biotechnology




The course focuses on the use of

microorganisms in biotechnology

ranging from the identification and

diagnosis of pathogenic bacteria

and viruses through the study of

their molecular and biochemical

characteristics, to the molecular and

serological identification methods;

to the use of microorganisms in the

production at industrial scale of use-

ful product such as antibiotics and

vaccines by the use of fermentation

technologies. Laboratory sessions

include the techniques required to

identify, culture, stain and store of

selected microorganisms

BIOT 3100 Ecology



Prerequisite: None

This course covers the study of the

organization of individual organ-

isms into populations, communities,

and ecosystems; interactions be-

tween individual organisms, groups

of organisms and the environment

(including competition, natural se-

lection, adaptation, diversity, and

the role of climate change on mi-

gration and extinction); the effect

of acidification of the environment

(including deforestation); and other

human impacts on species diversity,

community structure, and ecosys-

tem stability.

BIOT 3101 Marine Biology




This course is dedicated to the study

of life and processes in the marine

environment. Adaptations and in-

teractions of organisms with the

marine environment are stressed.

The course also covers some envi-

ronmental issues as they relate to

biology of the ocean. Mandatory

weekend field trips to the marine

intertidal zones are required to com-

plete the course. Laboratory experi-

ences are integrated in the course.

BIOT 4109 Scientific Basis of Environmen-

tal Laws



Prerequisite: None

This course explores fundamental

legal concepts relevant to environ-

mental issues, including the relation-

ship between statutes, regulations,

and court decisions. Also, included

are various forms of enforcement

used in environmental rules: com-

mand and control, liability, and in-

formation disclosure. Specific issues

include criminal enforcement; a sur-

vey of environmental statutes; regu-

lations and case law; the purpose

and misconceptions surrounding

environmental audits and assess-

ments; the concept of attorney-cli-

ent privilege; unauthorized practice

of law; and ethical conflicts between

the attorney and engineer/scientist

roles.

BIOT 4110 Sustainable Energy - Exploration

and Exploitation




A study of the nature of energy and

scientific issues relating to its pro-

duction, storage, distribution and

use from a physics perspective. Pro-

duction methods to be studied in-

clude: Hydroelectric, fossil fuel, bio

diesel, ethanol production, fission,

fusion, wind, photovoltaic, bio-mass

and solar-dynamic. Scientific issues

will be related to the cultural and

philosophical framework surround-

ing energy infrastructure and policy.

BIOT 4111 Nature Conservation in Oman



Prerequisite: None

This introductory course designed to create an interest in nature con-servation in Oman. The course in-volves fieldwork at various nature reserves and a limited number of lectures to familiarize the students with the Omani environment. This course will teach how to use scien-tific approaches to protect specifi-cally the Omani environment, and/or improve it, using a scientific man-agement approach and how to help achieving sustainability. Students will gain greater understanding of what influences the quality of Oma-ni’s environment. This course teach-es students how to access reliable information and make appropriate decisions. Students will gain fa-miliarity with technologies and ap-

proaches that support sustainability

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BIOT 4112 Pollution Sources and

Management of Liquid and Solid Waste



Prerequisite: None

Air Pollution: Definition, Sources

of air pollution. Air pollutants (CO,

CO2, SO2, NOX, hydrocarbons &

aerosols). Specific phenomena

related with air pollution- Green

House Effect, acid rain, Ozone

layer depletion and Smog.

Effect of air pollution on – Human

health, Animals, Plants, Atmos-

phere and other effects. Manage-

ment measures for preventing

and controlling air pollution.

Water Pollution: Sources of wa-ter and its quality, Definition and sources of water pollution. Specific phenomena related with water pol-lution- Algal bloom, Eutrophication, Biomagnification/ Bioaccumulation,

BOD,

BIOT 4200 Project (Biotechnology Internship)



Prerequisite: Completion of 117 Cr

A well-defined problem is assigned

to the student in order to carry out

a complete work to be presented in

an acceptable form of a scientific re-

port.[Thesis].This project is research

oriented [experimental, computer

or data analysis] and shall focus on a

specific biotechnology problem and

provide methodologies and conclu-

sions. The project can be carried out

outside Sur College; in an academic

or private biotechnology institution.

BIOT 3106 Molecular Evolution and

Genetic Variation




This course covers the principles of

molecular evolution and phyloge-

netics. Topics include patterns and

analyses of DNA polymorphism, ge-

netic evolutionary trees, molecular

clocks, the evolution of multigene

families, gene duplication and shuf-

fling, transposition and horizontal

gene transfer, gene number and

genome size, organellar and nuclear

genetic markers, genetic mutation

and selection, genes in populations,

viral evolution, human evolution,

and the theoretical background for

molecular phylogenetics. Exam-

ples of each concept will be drawn

from the scientific literature in

epidemiology of human or animal

genetics. Also this course covers

the molecular and cellular bases of

development in a variety of experi-

mental organisms with special em-

phasis on mammalian and human

models. From the formation of germ

cells, fertilization, and early embry-

onic development to the final for-

mation of organs and tissues, devel-

opmental processes are considered

in the context of biotechnological

applications. The molecular mecha-

nisms of developmental processes

and the identification of targets for

therapeutic purposes are central

themes.

BIOT 3108 Entomology




Entomology is an introduction to in-

sects and their allies. Topics include

morphological and anatomical ad-

aptations, evolution, classification,

identification, ecology, social ap-

plications, epidemiology and medi-

cal applications. The role of some

insect as vectors for zoonoantro-

pothic transmission of diseases will

be presented [sand fly, anopheles].

Economical insects like bees and silk

worm and the use of insects as bio

control agents in agriculture should

be discussed. Laboratory and field

activities include sampling, speci-

men preparation, identification and

bionomical investigations. Examples

will be drawn from Omani’s environ-

ment.

BIOT 3110 Radiation Biology



Prerequisite: BIOT 1200 & BIOT 2100

This course will review types of ion-

izing radiation and their differences,

physical and chemical interactions

of radiation with key biological

molecules, effects on living matter

beginning with molecular and cel-

lular interactions and proceeding to

tissue, organ, and organism levels,

emphasizing the human system.

Radiation’s beneficial effects as well

as detrimental and carcinogenic ef-

fects will be discussed. Specific

units will consider food irradiation,

nuclear power plant accidents, ra-

diation terrorism and other practical

situations involving radiation.

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BIOT 3208 Marketing Theory and Practice



Prerequisite: None


the strategic and tactical approach-

es used in the marketing of biotech-

nological products and services.

Students gain a thorough under-

standing of the research and plan-

ning necessary to develop a market-

ing plan, the relationship between

the marketing and sales functions,

the difference between marketing

a scientific product and a scientific

service, pricing strategies, distribu-

tion alternatives, communications,

promotion, and the importance of

perception. Knowledge of market-

ing terminology and techniques

prove helpful to anyone in the in-

dustry.

BIOT 4113 Entrepreneurship in

Biotechnology



Prerequisite: None

This course will introduce the basics

of entrepreneurship and startup

creation in the biotechnology fields.

The student will learn how to build

an entrepreneur career in biotech-

nology and how to successfully in-

novate. They will also learn how

biotechnology managers and lead-

ers engage in innovative problem-

solving strategies; lead a diverse and

global workforce; develop partner-

ships with other businesses, cus-

tomers, and competitors; manage

horizontally and across teams; and

utilize technology as a competitive

advantage. The students will learn

the basics of the transfer of technol-

ogy mechanisms and how to imple-

ment these principles in the real

world. The course includes in-depth

discussions of leadership skills, com-

munication, conflict resolution, and

goal integration. Students will learn

how to build discuss and present a

business plan for a biotechnology

venture.

BIOT 4114 Science and Policy in Biodefense



Prerequisite: None

This course provides a comprehen-

sive introduction to Biodefense.

Biological warfare is introduced in

its historical context, followed by

the properties of the most impor-

tant biological threat agents, their

medical consequences and treat-

ment, diagnostics and forensics.

Relevant international and domes-

tic policy issues are explored, along

with defense strategies and the na-

ture of existing dangers to national

security. Students should leave the

class with a deep understanding of

biological warfare and terror agents,

the consequences of their poten-

tial use, and the available means of

protection. This introduces students

to the methods and techniques

used for biothreat detection, sur-

veillance and identification. Using

bio-simulants and demonstrations,

various biodetection platforms will

be discussed and presented, such

as point-of-detection devices and

methods, laboratory based screen-

ing and identification technologies

(culture, RT-PCR, ECL, immunoas-

says, biosensors), and high-through-

put environmental surveillance

methods. Statistical methods for

determining diagnostic sensitivity &

specificity, and assay validity will be

discussed. Laboratory practices and

procedures for working in simulated

biosafety confinement will be intro-

duced.

BIOT 4115 Biofermentation and Down-

stream Processing




This course is dedicated to the teach-

ing of bioprocessing principles and

development; uses and operation

of biofermentors; determination of

biomass; and others parameters. Ex-

perimental design, pilot and scaling

up procedures will be studied. The

GMP manufacturing environment

will be explored.

BIOT 4116 Introduction to Nanoscience

and Nanobiotechnology



Prerequisite: BIOT 2101 & BIOT 3110

The student will be introduced to

the field of nanoscience and micro-

technology. This is accomplished in

a progression from understanding

basic material properties, to the fab-

rication of such materials into useful

devices on a nanoscale, and an over-

view of the functionalities that can

be obtained. The student will gain

knowledge of how nanoscience

integrates and unifies knowledge

from many branches of science and

engineering. The emerging field of

nanobiotechnology utilizes devel-

opments in nanotechnology and

molecular biology for applications

to biomedical science and clinical

practice, as well as fundamental

cell biology research and industrial

biotechnology. Nanobiotechnology

is an interdisciplinary field that ex-

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ploits the unique functional prop-

erties of natural and synthetic bio-

molecular-sized (nanometer-scale)

constructs such as quantum dots,

carbon nanotubes, nanostructured

surfaces, liposomes, artificial mem-

branes, and molecular machines

for biotechnology and medicine.

This course is designed for biotech-

nology majors and will survey the

research, development, and appli-

cations of nanotechnology to medi-

cal diagnostics, imaging, and thera-

peutics (including drug delivery and

anticancer treatments); cell biology

and single-cell analysis, nanofluid-

ics, bioassays, biosensors, and bio-

inspired engineering.

BIOT 4117 Environmental Impact Assess-

ment and Monitoring



Prerequisite: None

Environmental Impact Assessment

and Monitoring, designed to intro-

duce students to a systematic pro-

cess for predicting, and evaluating

the significant environmental con-

sequences of a proposed action or

undertaking. This process—envi-

ronmental impact assessment and

monitoring —has been applied pri-

marily to new infrastructure projects,

such as power plants, highways,

pipelines, dams, mines, airports, in-

cinerators and landfills. Assessment

processes have also been used to

consider the implications of new

technologies, plans, and policies

that may result in significant social

and biophysical effects. This course

focuses on environmental assess-

ment processes—what they are

meant to accomplish, and how they

are designed or should be designed

to be effective, efficient and fair.

BIOT 4118 Job Search Techniques and

Business Ethics



Prerequisite: None

This course will introduce the basics

of entrepreneurship and startup

creation in the biotechnology fields.

The student will learn how to build

an entrepreneur career in biotech-

nology and how to successfully in-

novate. They will also learn how

biotechnology managers and lead-

ers engage in innovative problem-

solving strategies; lead a diverse and

global workforce; develop partner-

ships with other businesses, cus-

tomers, and competitors; manage

horizontally and across teams; and

utilize technology as a competitive

advantage. The students will learn

the basics of the transfer of technol-

ogy mechanisms and how to imple-

ment these principles in the real

world. The course includes in-depth

discussions of leadership skills, com-

munication, conflict resolution, and

goal integration. Students will learn

how to build discuss and present a

business plan for a biotechnology

venture.

Foreign LanguagesDescription

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Course Description

FREN2000: Français Debutant I

3 credit hours /3 Contact Hours

Pre-requisite: None

This course is for absolute begin-

ners. It aims to give students a ba-

sic knowledge of reading, listen-

ing, spoken and written skills in a

dynamic and communicative way,

through individual, pair and group

work and studio-based and authen-

tic texts. The focus is on accuracy as

well as communication. Students

will be expected to use the range of

resources available to them in the

French section and to communicate

with native speakers wherever pos-

sible, in order to develop cultural

competence.

FREN2200 Beginners French II


Pre-requisite: FREN2000

The aim of the course is to enable

students to develop elementary

proficiency in oral expression, lis-

tening comprehension, reading,

writing, and cultural understanding

in French on topics related to daily

activities and personal environ-

ment. Emphasis will be placed on

the acquisition of oral skills. Stu-

dents will expand their grammatical

and lexical knowledge pertaining to

the Francophone world. At the end

of the course, they are expected to

have developed the ability to com-

municate in predictable and com-

mon situations and achieve a good

control of the most frequently used

grammatical structures and vocabu-

lary.Students will be expected to

use the range of resources available

to them in the French section and to

communicate with native speakers

wherever possible, in order to de-

velop cultural competence.

FREN3000 Post- Intermediate I



This course aims to further develop

reading, speaking, writing and lis-

tening skills practised in FREN220.

It emphasizes communication and

comprehension, but also builds on

the grammar base acquired in previ-

ous courses. Class tests and assign-

ments ensure that the student keep

abreast of his work and consolidate

and review earlier material.

FREN3300 Intermediate French II



This course aims to develop skills

in speaking, listening, reading and

writing French. It lays emphasis on

communication and comprehen-

sion skills but also builds on the

grammar base acquired in beginner

courses. Topics covered earlier will

be revised and extended and new

themes introduced which will de-

velop the student’s understanding

of the society and culture of con-

temporary France. Students will be

expected to use the resources in the

French Section and to communicate

with native speakers wherever pos-

sible.

FREN 4000 French for Business I

3 credit hours / 3 Contact Hours


This course is designed to help stu-

dents with an already solid knowl-

edge of the French language im-

prove their ability to use French

in correspondence and business

transactions. Emphasis is placed on

drafting of commercial and general

correspondence (with their specific

sentence structures, formulae and

terminology) as well as on memos,

reports, press releases and articles.

There are numerous grammatical

and oral exercises.

FREN 4400 French for Business II and the

Introduction to commercial Translation

3 credit hours / 3 Contact Hours


This course surveys the technical

and cultural aspects of the French

business world within its geographi-

cal, social, and political context. It

provides the student with insights

into the social and political make-up

of French society as they affect the

economy of France and its trading

partners. It introduces the vocabu-

lary and the essential tools needed

by business professionals and re-

quires an extensive practice in busi-

ness writing and communication.

Audio-visual materials supplement

the text by helping the student to

discover the French business world

and its language and by bridging

the gap between French and Omani

business cultures. This course also

called ‘ The Introduction to Com-

mercial Translation’ complements

FREN 400 ‘ Francais de Commerce I’

and provides students with practical

knowledge and skills in an increas-

ingly important area in the business

world. The translation of business

French poses special stylistic and

terminological problems for this The

Introduction To Commercial Transla-

tion is one of the courses required in

the program .

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CHIN 1001 Beginner Putonghua I


Pre-requisite: Non

This course is designed for beginners

with non-Chinese backgrounds. It

aims at helping students to cultivate

their interests in studying Chinese

and gain knowledge of the standard

Chinese language, Putonghua. Basic

topics such as “Numbers”, “Personal

Identification” and so on are covered

within this semester. English is used

as the medium of instruction in this

course.

CHIN 1002 Beginner Putonghua II


Pre-requisite: CHIN 1001

This course is designed for beginners

with non-Chinese backgrounds. It

serves as a bridging course between

general Chinese and professional

Chinese. Speaking and reading skills

are emphasized within this semes-

ter. Basic conversations in life situ-

ations such as “Eating”, “Shopping”

and so on are covered. The speaking

test uses the model of the China Pu-

tonghua Proficiency Test to examine

students’ speaking competence. The

reading exam is to check students’

ability to understand new texts con-

taining learnt words. English is used


course.

CHIN 1011 Pre-Intermediate Putonghua


Pre-requisite: CHIN 1002

This course is designed for learners

who are interested in professional

Chinese studies. It aims at help-

ing students to realize the transi-

tion from the beginner level to the

intermediate phase. Also, it paves

the foundation for future integrated

studies. Chinese classics, such as Stu-

dents’ Rules, are introduced in this

course to reveal Chinese thought as

well as to further enhance students’

speaking and reading skills. Basic

topics are reviewed and learnt with

new focuses especially on listening

and writing. Accuracy and structure

are the main points in this stage of

learning. In addition, various as-

pects of Chinese culture are covered

within this semester. Students are

encouraged to find their own niches

in Chinese studies and hence to con-

duct independent research, projects

or innovations. The course content

is delivered in a combination of lec-

tures and seminars. English is used


course.

CHIN 1012 Intermediate Putonghua


Pre-requisite: CHIN1011

This course is designed for learners

who are interested in professional

Chinese studies. It aims at enhancing

students’ competence in the stand-

ard Chinese language (Putonghua)

through the process of accomplish-

ing multiple communicative tasks.

Presentations through the usage of

Putonghua, appreciation of movies

and arts, interviews with Chinese

people and design of drama are in-

tegrated to consolidate students’

language abilities with general-ser-

vice words, to expose them to idi-

oms, proverbs, poems and so forth,

as well as to cultivate the students

in terms of manners and cultural re-

finement. The course content is de-

livered in a combination of lectures

and seminars. The classes are con-

ducted mainly in Putonghua.

CHIN 1501 Business Chinese I



This course is an inter-disciplinary

course of Chinese language and

International Business Administra-

tion. It is designed to help students

who have studied at least two years

of college-level Chinese (or the

equivalent) to achieve greater pro-

ficiency in the oral and written use

of the language. The emphasis is on

the specialized vocabulary, jargon,

linguistic styles, and appropriate

behaviors used in a professional set-

ting. Major financial and commercial

channels such as the stock market,

e-commerce, and so on, are covered

within this semester. Cases from real

companies are adopted to address

the main issues such as M&A (Merg-

ers and Acquisitions), OEM (Original

Equipment Manufacturer) and An-

tidumping. By reading, discussing,

and performing communicative

tasks related to these cases, stu-

dents will learn how to use Chinese

as a “carrier of culture”, thus acquir-

ing a better understanding of China

in economic and, broadly defined,

cultural terms. Each student is en-

couraged to prepare his or her own

curriculum vitae and to accomplish

a mock job interview in Chinese. The

classes are conducted in Putonghua.

CHIN 1502 Business Chinese II



This course is an inter-disciplinary

course of Chinese language and

International Business Administra-

tion. It is designed to help students

who have acquired the basic knowl-

edge of Business Chinese to achieve

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greater proficiency in the oral and

written use of the language. Ne-

gotiations on a variety of business

cases are conducted to improve

overall language skills as well as to

introduce specialized knowledge of

business transactions. Students will

achieve a familiarization with the

technical language and business eti-

quette. They are inspired to explore

the Chinese consumers’ interest and

mentality, so as to occupy a more

qualified position to explore a suc-

cessful road toward “doing business

within China.” The classes are con-

ducted in Putonghua.

GERM2100 Beginner Germany for

Engineering 1


Pre-requisite: None

Type of Course: Elective

This Course is for absolute Begin-

ners. It aims to give students a ba-

sic Knowledge of reading, listen-

ing, spoken and written skills in a

dynamic and communicative way,

through individual, pair and group

work and studio-based and authen-

tic texts. The focus is on accuracy as

well as communication. Students

will be expected to use the range of

resources available to them in the

German section and to communi-

cate with native speakers wherever

possible, in order to develop cultural

competence.

GERM2300 Beginner German for

Engineering 2

2 Credit Hours

Pre-requisite : GERM2100

Type of Course : Elective

This course is for Engineering stu-

dents who have finished the intro-

ductory course in German. It uses

a practical approach to enable stu-

dents to master the essentials of

German grammar and to acquire the

basic communication skills to func-

tions that require the use of the lan-

guage in Engineering. The main aim

of this course is: To provide students

with German language skills and to

enable students to develop elemen-

tary proficiency in oral expression,

listening comprehension, reading,

writing, and cultural understanding

in German topics related to daily ac-

tivities and personal environment.

This course concentrates on aspects

of grammar and written German.

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