المركز الوطني للتقويم واالعتماد األكاديمي
National Center for Academic Accreditation and Evaluation
ATTACHMENT 3.
T4. PROGRAM SPECIFICATIONS
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics
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National Commission for Academic Accreditation & Assessment
Program Specifications
Institution: King Saud University Date: 1438/1439H
College/Department College of Science / Department of Mathematics
Dean/Department Head: Prof. Nasser Aldaghri / Dr. Badr Alqahtani
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Organization Structure of College of Science (Units)
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List all branches/locations offering this program
Branch 1. Main Campus at Diriyah for males and females
Branch 2. ________________________________________________________________________
Branch 3. ________________________________________________________________________
Branch 4. ________________________________________________________________________
A. Program Identification and General Information
1. Program title and code: Bachelor of Science in Mathematics / MATH.
2. Total credit hours needed for completion of the program:136 credit hours
3. Award granted on completion of the program: Bachelor of Science in Mathematics.
4. Major tracks/pathways or specializations within the program (eg. transportation or structural
engineering within a civil engineering program or counselling or school psychology within a
psychology program)
Mathematics only. 5. Intermediate Exit Points and Awards (if any) (eg. associate degree within a bachelor degree
program)
Not applicable. 6. Professional occupations(licensed occupations, if any) for which graduates are prepared. (If there
is an early exit point from the program (eg. diploma or associate degree) include professions or
occupations at each exit point)
1- Mathematicians hold positions in governmental ministries, institutions, and private
sectors that require mathematical skills. In particular in: Ministry of Finance, Saudi
Arabian Monetary Agency, General Organization for Social Insurance, Central
Department of Statistics and Information, Public Pension Agency, Banks, Research
Centers, ARAMCO, SABIC.
2- Meritorious students pursue higher studies and ultimately join as faculty in colleges,
technical colleges and universities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and other similar
international institutions.
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7. (a) New Program Planned starting date
(b) Continuing Program Yes Year of most recent major program review 1429H(2008G)
List recent major review or accreditation contracts.
1. The German Accreditation Agency, ASIIN.
2. The National Commission for Academic Accreditation & Assessment, NCAAA.
3. The German Accreditation Agency; ASIIN.
8. Name of program chair or coordinator. If a program chair or coordinator has been appointed for
the female section as well as the male section, include names of both.
Department Chairman: Dr. Badr S. Al-Qahtani.
Deputy Chairman for female section: Dr. Sarah. Al-Zaid
9. Date of approval by the authorized body (MOE).
Campus Branch/Location Approval By Date
1: Main Campus/Deriyea Royal Decree 19/4/1377H (1958)
2:
3:
4:
B. Program Context
1. Explain why the program was established.
a. Summarize economic reasons, social or cultural reasons, technological developments, national
policy developments or other reasons.
High demand for duly qualified graduates from the Department of Mathematics to fill the
positions in the areas mentioned in A- 6 above.
Increasing interest of the local community in higher education.
b. Explain the relevance of the program to the mission and goals of the institution.
The program is designed to meet the developmental needs of the Kingdom in all domains
relevant to Mathematics and its applications, and this is one of the main objectives of the
college of science which in turn is closely related to KSU mission.
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2. Relationship (if any) to other programs offered by the institution/college/department.
a. Does this program offer courses that students in other programs are required to take? Yes X
No
If yes, what has been done to make sure those courses meet the needs of students
in the other programs?
1- Analyzing students’ evaluation of these courses
2- Coordination with the relevant departments
b. Does the program require students to take courses taught by other departments? Yes X
No
If yes, what has been done to make sure those courses in other departments meet the needs of
students in this program?
1- Analyzing students evaluation of these courses
2- Coordination with the relevant departments
3. Do students who are likely to be enrolled in the program have any special needs or characteristics?
(eg. Part time evening students, physical and academic disabilities, limited IT or language skills).
Yes No X
4. What modifications or services are you providing for special needs applicants?
Not applicable
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C. Mission, Goals and Objectives
1. Program Mission Statement (insert).
To produce competitive graduates and to equip them with basic mathematical knowledge and concepts
and proper thinking skills to meet the developmental needs of the society through a suitable study plan,
qualified faculty and stimulating scientific environment.
2. List Program Goals (e.g. long term, broad based initiatives for the program, if any)
Offering excellent education in Mathematics and its applications.
Establishing environment supporting high quality research.
Providing community services in the domain of Mathematics.
3. List major objectives of the program within to help achieve the mission. For each measurable objective describe
the measurable performance indicators to be followed and list the major strategies taken to achieve the objectives.
Measurable Objectives Measurable Performance Indicators Major Strategies
To produce competent
graduates in mathematics
capable of meeting the needs of
the labor market
1- Percentage of students to teaching
staff.
2-Percentage of teaching staff with
Ph.D. degree.
3-Graduates satisfaction rates about
program learning outcomes.
4-Percentage of graduates getting a
job within 6 months from graduation
5-Percentage of graduates getting a
job within year from graduation.
1.Well prepared curriculum
2. Qualified teaching staff
3. Modern learning resources
4. Availability of required
infrastructure.
5- Availability of suitable
extracurricular activities
To enhance skills of alumni in
creative thinking, decision
making and problem solving
1-Faculty satisfaction rates about
program learning outcomes
2-Employers satisfaction rates about
graduates’ competences.
To develop communication
and computer skills of the
graduates
Employers satisfaction rates about
graduates’ competences.
To prepare graduates for higher
studies
Percentage of graduates admitted in
postgraduate programs internally or
externally
To produce graduates capable
of continuous independent
learning and working
efficiently within different
working conditions
1-Employers satisfaction rates about
graduates’ competences 2-Graduates satisfaction rates about
program learning outcomes
To attract mathematically
talented students to the
program
Percentage of students admitted
through the talented students
program.
Provide suitable financial
incentives
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D. Program Structure and Organization
1. Program Description: List the core and elective program courses offered each semester from
Prep Year to graduation using the below Curriculum Study Plan Table (A separate table is
required for each branch IF a given branch/location offers a different study plan).
A program or department manual should be available for students or other stakeholders and a copy of
the information relating to this program should be attached to the program specification. This
information should include required and elective courses, credit hour requirements and
department/college and institution requirements, and details of courses to be taken in each year or
semester.
Curriculum Study Plan Table
* Prerequisite – list course code numbers that are required prior to taking this course.
Level
Course
Code
Course Title
Required
or
Elective
Credit
Hours
* Pre-
Requisite
Courses
University,
College or
Department
Prep
(1st) Year
1st Year
Semester 1
CI 140
Learning, Thinking and
Research Skills
Required 3
- University
CHS 150 Health and Fitness Required 1 - University
ENG 140 English Language (1) (E) Required 8 - University
MATH 140
Introduction to
Mathematics(E)
Required 2
(2+0+0)
- University
Total Credit Hours 14 -
1st Year
Semester 2
CT 140 Computer Skills(E) Required 3 - University
MC 140 Communication Skills Required 2 - University
ENG 150 English Language (2) (E) Required 8 ENG 140 University
MATH 150 Differential Calculus(E) Required 3(3+0+0) MATH 140 University
ENT 101 Entrepreneurship Required 1 - University
Total Credit Hours 17 -
2nd Year
Semester 1
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CSC 111 Computer programming (1) Required 4(3+2+1) CT140 Department
STAT 100 Introduction to Statistics Required 3(2+1+0) MATH 150 Department
MATH 111 Integral Calculus (E) Required 4(3+1+0) MATH 150 Department
MATH 131 Foundations of Mathematics Required 4(3+1+0) MATH 150 Department
University Requirement Required 2 - University
Total Credit Hours 17
2nd Year
Semester 2
STAT 105 Statistical Methods (E) Required 4(3+1+0) - Department
PHYS 101 General Physics (1) Required 4(3+0+1) - Department
MATH 201
Differential and Integral
Calculus (E)
Required 4(3+1+0) MATH 111 Department
MATH 202 Vector Calculus (E)
Required 4(3+1+0) MATH201
(Requisite)
Department
MATH 246 Linear Algebra Required 4(3+1+0) MATH 131 Department
Total Credit Hours 20
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Level
Course
Code
Course Title
Required
or Elective
Credit
Hours
* Pre-
Requisite
Courses
University,
College or
Department
3rd Year
Semester 1
MATH 225
Introduction to Differential
Equations (E)
Required 4(3+1+0)
MATH 201 Department
MATH 243 Number Theory Required 4(3+1+0) MATH 131 Department
MATH 352 Numerical Analysis (1) Required 4(3+1+0) MATH 246 Department
MATH 382 Real Analysis (1) (E) Required 4(3+1+0) MATH 201 Department
University Requirement Required 2 - University
Total Credit Hours 18
3rd Year
Semester 2
MATH 316 Mathematical Methods (E)
Required 4(3+1+0)
MATH 202+
MATH 225
Department
MATH 343 Group Theory
Required 4(3+1+0)
MATH 243+
MATH 246
Department
MATH 373 Introduction to Topology (E) Required 4(3+1+0) MATH 382 Department
University Requirement Required 2 - University
Elective Course Required 4 - Department
Total Credit Hours 18
4th Year
Semester 1
MATH 425
Partial Differential Equations
(E)
Required 4(3+1+0) MATH 316 Department
MATH 431
Combinatorics and Graph
Theory (1)
Required 4(3+1+0) MATH 246 Department
MATH 441 Rings and Fields Required 4(3+1+0) MATH 343 Department
MATH 481 Real Analysis (2) (E) Required 4(3+1+0) MATH 481 Department
Total Credit Hours 16
4th Year
Semester 2
MATH 473
Introduction to Differential
Geometry (E)
Required 4(3+1+0)
MATH 202+
MATH 246
Department
MATH 487 Complex Analysis (E) Required 4(3+1+0) MATH 382 Department
MATH 499 Research Project
Required 3(0+0+3)
Completion of
100 credit hour
Department
University Requirement Required 2 - University
Elective Course Required 3 - Department
Total Credit Hours 16
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2. Required Field Experience Component (if any), e.g. (internship, cooperative
program, work experience).
Summary of practical, clinical or internship component required in the program. Note: see Field
Experience Specification
Not applicable
a. Brief description of field experience activity
No field experience activities took place in the year 36-37.
b. At what stage or stages in the program does the field experience occur? (eg. year, semester)
None
c. Time allocation and scheduling arrangement. (eg. 3 days per week for 4 weeks, full time for one
semester)
None
d. Number of credit hours (if any)
None
3. Project or Research Requirements (if any)
Summary of any project or thesis requirements in the program. (Other than projects or assignments
within individual courses) (A copy of the requirements for the project should be attached.)
a. Brief description
The topic of the research project depends on the courses completed by the student.
b. List the major intended learning outcomes of the project or research task.
Ability to use references and journals
Ability to collect and organize required data
Ability to undertake research work by investigating and analyzing mathematical results.
Ability to present the work
c. At what stage or stages in the program is the project or research undertaken? (e.g. year, semester)
After completing 100 credit hours.
d. Number of credit hours (if any)
3 credit hours.
e. Description of academic advising and support mechanisms for students.
A faculty member will be appointed as a supervisor for each student.
Weekly meeting for three hours between the student and his supervisor.
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f. Description of assessment procedures (including mechanism for verification of standards)
The student provides the examiners with hard copies of the project.
The student presents and defends his project before the examiners
Finally, the deserved grade is awarded.
4. Learning Outcomes in Domains of Learning, Assessment Methods and Teaching
Strategy
Program Learning Outcomes, Assessment Methods, and Teaching Strategy work together and
are aligned. They are joined together as one, coherent, unity that collectively articulate a
consistent agreement between student learning and teaching.
The National Qualification Framework provides five learning domains. Learning outcomes
are required in the first four domains and sometimes are also required in the Psychomotor
Domain.
On the table below are the five NQF Learning Domains, numbered in the left column. For
Program Accreditation there are four learning outcomes required for knowledge and cognitive
skills. The other three domains require at least two learning outcomes. Additional learning
outcomes are suggested.
First, insert the suitable and measurable learning outcomes required in each of the learning
domains (see suggestions below the table). Second, insert supporting teaching strategies that
fit and align with the assessment methods and intended learning outcomes. Third, insert
appropriate assessment methods that accurately measure and evaluate the learning outcome.
Each program learning outcomes, assessment method, and teaching strategy ought to
reasonably fit and flow together as an integrated learning and teaching process.
NQF Learning Domains
and Learning Outcomes
Teaching
Strategies
Assessment
Methods
1.0 Knowledge
By completing the program, the graduates are expected to have sound mathematical knowledge, and
acquire a firm foundation of core mathematical disciplines.
1.1 Recall definitions of basic mathematical terms. 1. Lectures:
Build on what
students already
know.
Questioning in
classes
Quizzes
Two mid-terms
Final Exam
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Present new
concepts and
principles in a
systematic way.
Use questioning to
involve students
actively in the
lecture.
2. Assign practice
exercises that vary in
difficulty for
discussion in tutorials
and provide feedback.
Homework
assignments.
1.2 State some fundamental mathematical theorems.
1.3 Describe methods of proof. 1.4 Describe mathematical techniques used for solving
applied problems.
2.0 Cognitive Skills
By completing the program, the student is expected to be able to:
2.1 Construct rigorous mathematical proofs with clear
identification of assumptions and conclusions.
In higher level
courses the students
are requested to
present short talks.
Give students a
variety of exercises
at different levels of
difficulty.
Give students
homework
assignments with the
purpose of extending
some theoretical
parts of the course.
In the last year the
students are
requested to submit
and present a
research project in a
Questioning in
classes, written
quizzes,
midterm exams and
final exam
2.2 Analyse and solve problems and reason logically 2.3
Recognize broad range of mathematics-related
problems, assess their solvability and solve them.
2.4
Recognise analogies and different patterns. 2.5 Create mathematical models for some problems in
other areas of science or everyday life, and solve
them using basic mathematical methods and
software.
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certain advanced
topic.
3.0 Interpersonal Skills & Responsibility
By completing the program, the student is expected to be able to:
3.1 To study, learn and work independently. 1. Team work assignments
2. Encourage students to:
participate in class
discussion.
participate in college
and university
activities.
join department and
college committees.
Collective
discussions and
evaluation of
homework
assignments.
3.2 To work effectively in teams.
3.3 To meet deadlines and manage time properly. 3.4 To exhibit ethical behaviour and respect different
points of view.
4.0 Communication, Information Technology, Numerical
4.1 To present mathematics to others, both in oral and
written form clearly and in a well-organized manner.
Encourage students to:
give presentations.
participate in
competitions.
join university,
college and
department
committees.
use university,
college and
department
computing and
web sites facilities.
Evaluation of the
students' work.
4.2 To use IT facilities as an aid to mathematical
processes and for acquiring available information.
4.3 Use library to locate mathematical information.
5.0 Psychomotor
5.1 Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable
5.2
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Program Learning Outcomes Mapping Matrix
Identify on the table below the courses that are required to achieve the program learning outcomes.
Insert the program learning outcomes, according to the level of instruction, from the above table below
and indicate the courses and levels that are required to teach each one; use your program’s course
numbers across the top and the following level scale. Levels: I = Introduction P = Proficient A =
Advanced (see help icon)
Course Offerings
NQF Learning Domains
and Learning Outcomes
Math 140
Math 150
Math
111
Math
131
Math
201
Math
202
Math
225
Math
243
Math
246
Math
316
Math
343
Math.
352
Math
373
Math
382
Math
425
Math
431
Math
441
Math
473
Math
481
Math
487
Math
499
1.0 Knowledge
1.1 Recall definitions of basic
mathematical terms.
I I I P P P P P P A A A A A A A A A A A A
1.2 State some fundamental
mathematical theorems.
I I P P P P P P A A A A A A A A A A A A
1.3 Describe methods of
proof.
P
1.4 Describe mathematical
techniques used for
solving applied problems.
P P P A A A A A
2.0 Cognitive Skills
2.1 Construct rigorous
mathematical proofs with
clear identification of
assumptions and
conclusions.
P P P A A A A A A A A A A A A
2.2 Analyse and solve
problems and reason
logically
P P P P P P A A A A A A A A A A A A
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2.3 Recognize broad range of
mathematics-related
problems, assess their
solvability and solve
them. Recognize
analogies and different
patterns.
I P P P P P A A A A A A A A A A A A
2.4 Create mathematical
models for some problems
in other areas of science
or everyday life, and solve
them using basic
mathematical methods and
software.
P A A A A A A A A A A A A
3.0 Interpersonal Skills &
Responsibility
3.1 To study, learn and work
independently.
I I I I P P P P P A A A A A A A A A A A A
3.2 To work effectively in
teams.
I I I I P P P P P A A A A A A A A A A A A
3.3 To meet deadlines and
manage time properly.
I I I I P P P P P A A A A A A A A A A A A
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3.4 To exhibit ethical
behaviour and respect
different points of view
I I I I P P P P P A A A A A A A A A A A A
4.0 Communication,
Information
Technology, Numerical
4.1 To present mathematics to
others, both in oral and
written form clearly and in
a well-organized manner.
P P A A A A A A A A A A A A
4.2 To use IT facilities as an
aid to mathematical
processes and for
acquiring available
information.
I I I I P P P P P A A A A A A A A A A A A
4.3 Use library to locate
mathematical information.
I I I I P P P P P A A A A A A A A A A A A
5.0 Psychomotor
5.1
5.2
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e
Elective mathematics Courses
Course Offerings
NQF Learning
Domains
and Learning
Outcomes
Math
379
Math
391
Math
426
Math
433
Math
436
Math
442 Math 453
Math
456
Math
466
Math
482
1.0 Knowledge
1.1 Recall definitions of
basic mathematical
terms.
A I A A A A A A A A
1.2 State some
fundamental
mathematical
theorems.
A I A A A A A A A A
1.3 Describe methods of
proof. A I A A A A A A A A
1.4 Describe
mathematical
techniques used for
solving applied
problems.
A I A A A A A A
2.0 Cognitive Skills
2.1 Construct rigorous
mathematical proofs
with clear
identification of
assumptions and
conclusions.
A A A A A A A A A
2.2 Analyse and solve
problems and reason
logically
A A A A A A A A A
2.3 Recognize broad
range of mathematics-
related problems,
assess their solvability
and solve them.
Recognize analogies
and different patterns.
A A A A A A A A A
2.4 Create mathematical
models for some
problems in other
areas of science or
A A A A A A A
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everyday life, and
solve them using
basic mathematical
methods and
software. 3.0 Interpersonal Skills &
Responsibility
3.1 To study, learn and
work independently. A A A A A A A A A A
3.2 To work effectively in
teams.
A A A A A A A A A A
3.3 To meet deadlines and
manage time properly. A A A A A A A A A A
3.4 To exhibit ethical
behaviour and respect
different points of
view.
A A A A A A A A A A
4.0 Communication,
Information
Technology,
Numerical
4.1 To present
mathematics to
others, both in oral
and written form
clearly and in a well-
organized manner.
A A A A A A A A A A
4.2 To use IT facilities as
an aid to
mathematical
processes and for
acquiring available
information.
A A A A A A A A A A
4.3 Use library to locate
mathematical
information.
A A A A A A A A A A
5.0 Psychomotor
5.1
5.2
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Compulsory Courses from other Programs
Course Offerings
NQF Learning Domains
and Learning Outcomes
CI
140
CHS
150
ENG
140
ENT
101
CT
140
MC
140
ENG
150
STAT
100
STAT
105
PHYS
101
CSC
111
1.0 Knowledge
1.1 Recall definitions of
basic mathematical
terms.
1.2 State some fundamental
mathematical theorems.
1.3 Describe methods of
proof.
1.4 Describe mathematical
techniques used for
solving applied
problems.
2.0 Cognitive Skills
2.1 Construct rigorous
mathematical proofs with
clear identification of
assumptions and
conclusions.
2.2 Analyse and solve
problems and reason
logically
I I I I
2.3 Recognize broad range
of mathematics-related
problems, assess their
solvability and solve
them. Recognize
analogies and different
patterns.
I I I I
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2.4 Create mathematical
models for some
problems in other areas
of science or everyday
life, and solve them
using basic mathematical
methods and software.
3.0 Interpersonal Skills &
Responsibility
3.1 To study, learn and work
independently. I I I I I I P I I I I
3.2 To work effectively in
teams.
I I I I I I P I I I I
3.3 To meet deadlines and
manage time properly. I I I I I I P I I I I
3.4 To exhibit ethical
behaviour and respect
different points of view.
I I I I I I P I I I I
4.0 Communication,
Information
Technology, Numerical
4.1 To present mathematics
to others, both in oral and
written form clearly and
in a well-organized
manner.
4.2 To use IT facilities as an
aid to mathematical
processes and for
acquiring available
information.
I I I P I I I I
4.3 Use library to locate
mathematical
information.
I I I I P I I I I
5.0 Psychomotor
5.1
5.2
Elective Courses from other Programs
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Course Offerings
NQF Learning Domains
and Learning Outcomes
STAT
215
PHYS
102
ECON
101
ECON
102
CSC
113
MGT
101
1.0 Knowledge
1.1 Recall definitions of
basic mathematical
terms.
1.2 State some fundamental
mathematical theorems.
1.3 Describe methods of
proof.
1.4 Describe mathematical
techniques used for
solving applied
problems.
2.0 Cognitive Skills
2.1 Construct rigorous
mathematical proofs
with clear identification
of assumptions and
conclusions.
2.2 Analyse and solve
problems and reason
logically
I I I I I I
2.3 Recognize broad range
of mathematics-related
problems, assess their
solvability and solve
them. Recognize
analogies and different
patterns.
I I I I I
2.4 Create mathematical
models for some
problems in other areas
of science or everyday
life, and solve them
using basic
mathematical methods
and software.
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3.0 Interpersonal Skills &
Responsibility
3.1 To study, learn and work
independently. I I I I I I
3.2 To work effectively in
teams.
I I I I I I
3.3 To meet deadlines and
manage time properly. I I I I I I
3.4 To exhibit ethical
behaviour and respect
different points of view.
I I I I I I
4.0 Communication,
Information
Technology, Numerical
4.1 To present mathematics
to others, both in oral
and written form clearly
and in a well-organized
manner.
4.2 To use IT facilities as an
aid to mathematical
processes and for
acquiring available
information.
I I I I I I
4.3 Use library to locate
mathematical
information.
I I I I I I
5.0 Psychomotor
5.1
5.2
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University Requirements
(The student selects four courses)
Course Offerings
NQF Learning Domains
and Learning Outcomes
IC
100
IC
101
IC
102
IC
103
IC
104
IC
105
IC
106
IC
107
IC
108
IC
109
1.0 Knowledge
1.1 Recall definitions of
basic mathematical
terms.
1.2 State some fundamental
mathematical theorems.
1.3 Describe methods of
proof.
1.4 Describe mathematical
techniques used for
solving applied
problems.
2.0 Cognitive Skills
2.1 Construct rigorous
mathematical proofs
with clear identification
of assumptions and
conclusions.
2.2 Analyse and solve
problems and reason
logically
2.3 Select and apply the
appropriate
mathematical method
needed for the solution
of a problem.
2.4 Explain the importance
of mathematics to solve
problems posed by the
others.
3.0 Interpersonal Skills &
Responsibility
3.1 To study, learn and work
independently. I I I I I I I I I I
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3.2 To work effectively in
teams.
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3.3 To meet deadlines and
manage time properly. I I I I I I I I I I
3.4 To exhibit ethical
behaviour and respect
different points of view.
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4.0 Communication,
Information
Technology, Numerical
4.1 To present mathematics
to others, both in oral
and written form clearly
and in a well-organized
manner.
4.2 To use IT facilities as an
aid to mathematical
processes and for
acquiring available
information.
4.3 Use library to locate
mathematical
information.
5.0 Psychomotor
5.1
5.2
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5. Admission Requirements for the program
Attach handbook or bulletin description of admission requirements including any course or experience
prerequisites.
These requirements are described in the attached department handbook, these requirements
are:
Requirements for enrolment in the College of Science.
Requirements set by the Department.
6. Attendance and Completion Requirements
Attach handbook or bulletin description of requirements for:
a. Attendance.
b. Progression from year to year.
c. Program completion or graduation requirements.
These requirements are available in the study plan, department handbook and displayed on the
website of the department.
a) For the attendance, the study in the program is completely full time, however an absence of a
percentage of 25% of the total attendance in a course with an official excuse is allowed.
b) The progression from year to year depends on the completion of all the courses in the two
semesters successfully.
c) The completion of the program requires the completion of 136 credit hours successfully .
E. Regulations for Student Assessment and Verification of Standards
What processes will be used for verifying standards of achievement (eg check marking of sample of tests
or assignments? Independent assessment by faculty from another institution) (Processes may vary for
different courses or domains of learning.)
Direct assessment methods:
a) Written exams.
b) Homework assignments.
c) Oral quizzes
d) Research project
Indirect assessment methods:
a) Final year students' survey
b) Alumni surveys
c) Students course evaluation
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Check marking of a sample of students' answer sheets in the final exam by an independent
faculty member.
F Student Administration and Support
1. Student Academic Counselling
Describe the arrangements for academic counselling and advising for students, including both scheduling
of faculty office hours and advising on program planning, subject selection and career planning (which
might be available at college level).
Orient the sophomores at the beginning of the academic year.
Provide counselling to the students through Academic Guidance Unit in the department.
A weekly office schedule is displayed on each faculty member's office and a total of 10 hours are
specified for the students to provide them extra assistance and help in solving their academic
problems.
A follow-up committee exists in the department to look after the needs of the teaching assistant's
scholarship holders and the meritorious students.
Through the department handbook.
Through advertisement on the department website.
2. Student Appeals
Attach the regulations for student appeals on academic matters, including processes for consideration of
those appeals.
Ministry of education regulations,
University regulations of student's rights unit.
(http://www.ksu.edu.sa/sites/KSUArabic/Deanships/StudentsDeanships/law/Page)
G. Learning Resources, Facilities and Equipment
1a. What processes are followed by faculty and teaching staff for planning and acquisition of textbooks,
reference and other resource material including electronic and web based resources?
Textbooks and reference materials are chosen annually by specialized committees in the
department and finally approved by the department council.
Through authoring textbooks and translating standard books.
Subscribing in the data bases to serve the research purposes.
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1b. What processes are followed by faculty and teaching staff for planning and acquisition resources for
library, laboratories, and classrooms.
Textbooks and reference materials approved by the department council will be available in
an appropriate time by the book shop and the central library.
2. What processes are followed by faculty and teaching staff for evaluating the adequacy of textbooks,
reference materials and other resource provisions?
Reviewing the contents of these textbooks and reference materials by the specialized
committees of the department. 3. What processes are followed by students for evaluating the adequacy of textbooks, reference and
other resource provisions?
The department is in the process of setting up a questioner for evaluating textbooks and
reference materials by the students. 4. What processes are followed for textbook acquisition and approval?
The specialized committees of the department set up a list of textbooks and reference
material needed for their courses.
These lists are discussed and approved by the department council.
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H. Faculty and other Teaching Staff
1. Appointments
Summarize the process of employment of new faculty and teaching staff to ensure that they are
appropriately qualified and experienced for their teaching responsibilities.
Jobs for the academic staff are advertised nationally and internationally through all kinds
of media (like internet , news papers and magazines and Saudi Cultural Offices), a
committee appointed by the department examine the applications and classifies them, those
to be considered for a position and those who do not meet the academic standards of the
department.
Generally, meritorious graduates are employed as teaching assistants in the department,
and then they are provided with scholarships for MS and Ph.D. program. After the
completion of the Ph.D. degree they are appointed as faculty members based on adjusting
the ratio of faculty members to students.
The employment criteria are based on qualifications and experiences.
2. Participation in Program Planning, Monitoring and Review
a. Explain the process for consultation with and involvement of teaching staff in monitoring program
quality, annual review and planning for improvement.
External committee is consulted for reviewing the program study plan.
The study plan committee of the department is responsible for reviewing the program and
report to the departmental council.
The study plans committee of the science college is responsible for reviewing the program
and report to the college council.
The development and quality committee in the department looks at the general course
reports and the results of 3 questioners conducted at the end of each semester; students
course evaluation, student program experience, graduates program evaluation, then this
committee reports its views and recommendations to the department council for planning
and improvement.
b. Explain the process of the Advisory Committee (if applicable)
Not applicable.
3. Professional; Development
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What arrangements are made for professional development of faculty and teaching staff for:
a. Improvement of skills in teaching and student assessment?
Faculty members are encouraged to improve their skills in teaching through attending several
activities organized by the university through:
Workshops and training sessions conducted by the Deanship of Skills Development
Seminars, lectures and colloquium.
b. Other professional development including knowledge of research and developments in their field of
teaching specialty?
Sabbatical leaves
Conducting seminars and colloquium.
Attending national and international conferences.
Inviting distinguished professors.
4. Preparation of New Faculty and Teaching Staff
Describe the process used for orientation and induction of new, visiting or part time teaching staff to
ensure full understanding of the program and the role of the course(s) they teach as components within
it.
Workshops are conducted by the Deanship of Skills Development at the beginning of
every academic year for new faculty members.These workshop aims to provide the new
faculty with the necessary knowledge about KSU concerning the developmental projects,
academic services, and the fundamental skills for mastering college teaching.
Department handbook.
Meetings with heads of academic committees and course coordinators.
Orientation Program for newly appointed Saudi staff.
5. Part Time and Visiting Faculty and Teaching Staff
Provide a summary of Program/Department/College/institution policy on appointment of part time and
visiting teaching staff. (ie. Approvals required, selection process, proportion to total teaching staff, etc.)
Not applicable
I. Program Evaluation and Improvement Processes
1. Effectiveness of Teaching
a. What processes are used to evaluate and improve the strategies for developing learning outcomes in
the different domains of learning? (eg. assessment of learning achieved, advice on consistency with
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learning theory for different types of learning, assessment of understanding and skill of teaching staff
in using different strategies)
Students course-evaluation
Peer to Peer observations.
Student experience evaluation form.
Graduates evaluation form.
b. What processes are used for evaluating the skills of faculty and teaching staff in using the planned
strategies?
Student's teacher-evaluation for each course at the end of every semester electronically
through the edugate.
2. Overall Program Evaluation
a. What strategies are used in the program for obtaining assessments of the overall quality of the
program and achievement of its intended learning outcomes:
(i) From current students and graduates of the program?
Analyzing graduate questionnaire about the quality of the program annually.
Analyzing the current student questionnaire about the quality of the program every
semester.
From independent advisors and/or evaluator(s)?.
Through reviewing the program by
Distinguished mathematicians in well-known academic institutions
International accreditation bodies
The national academic accreditation committee
(iii) From employers and/or other stakeholders.
Through a questionnaire form to obtain the opinions of employers about the quality of the
program.
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Attachments:
1. Copies of regulations and other documents referred to in template preceded by a table of
contents.
2. Course specifications for all courses including field experience specification if applicable.
Authorized Signatures
Dean/Chair Name Title Signature Date
Program Chair
Main Campus
Dr. Badr Alqahtani Associate Professor
Program Chair
Branch 1
Program Chair
Branch 2
Program Chair
Branch 3
Program Chair
Branch 4