Study plan

متطلبات الجامعة الاجبارية Credit hours: 17 Courses: 9
Course No Course Name Credit hours Course Description
4001 Arabic Language 3 This course covers a various number of linguistic issues in Arabic language. It aims to provide the student with a high level of skills and practices that would contribute to promote his language abilities either spoken or written.
4002 Islamic Culture 3 This course is designed to emphasize a group of principles and thoughts that affect human attitudes to life from an Islamic point of view. It stresses the direct relationship between man and Allah, and aims at improving this life by liberating the human m
4003 English Language 1 3 This course is designed for all B.Sc. students at Palestine Polytechnic University. The main aim of the course is to help students improve heir reading and writing skills. Students are expected to work in selected topics which will enrich their vocabulary
4320 Modern History of Palestine 3 This course is designed to acquaint students with the process of writing, and the mechanisms of proofreading and revision so that the focus is on the mechanics of writing and development, such as cause and effect and comparison and classification and deal
5051 Intensive English 0 This course covers the basic English language skills with special emphasis on reading and writing. The reading section includes different interesting themes and topics. It aims at training students to use various techniques in dealing with reading ecompre
5052 Remedial English 0 Enroll in this course each student did not get the mark required for success in the exam level of English, and this course is designed primarily to help students in the use of linguistic expressions in various fields properly and simple, and is therefore
5054 Remedial Computer 0 This course is for students without computing background or for students who did not pass the computing skills placement exam. The course presents an introduction to computers and data representation. The topics include computer hardware, system and appli
5055 Computer And Prog. Principles 3 What is a computer, computer units and functions, computer classifications, central processing unit, numbering systems, main and secondary memory, input devices output devices computer software, introduction to programming.
5073 Effective English Language Use 2 This course is designed to acquaint students with the process of writing, and the mechanisms of proofreading and revision so that the focus is on the mechanics of writing and development, such as cause and effect and comparison and classification and deal
متطلبات الجامعة الاختيارية Credit hours: 3 Courses: 16
Course No Course Name Credit hours Course Description
4308 Hebrew Language 3 Designed to study the basic Hebrew language skills. Students will learn listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in Hebrew. The relation between Hebrew and other languages will also be high lighted.
4321 Development in the Arabic World 3 This course covers the following topics: the economy, social status and civil in the Arab world, the analysis of the situation of the Arab at the international level, the principles of development, the characteristics of Arab integration, the fundamental
4322 Contemporary Problems 3 This course discusses the fundamental problems humanity face. These problems affect people as individuals or groups in terms of the social economic, political or health aspects, and which, in turn, affect their happiness.
4323 French Language 3 Designed to study the language and culture of French speakers. Students will develop rudimentary listening, speaking, reading and writing skills in French, and will study cultural, geographical, and historical aspects of French and other French – speaking
4325 Spanish Language 3 Designed to study the language and culture of Spanish speakers. Students will develop rudimentary listening, speaking, reading and writing skills in Spanish, and will study cultural, geographical, and historical aspects of Spanish and other Spanish – spea
4326 German Language 3 Designed to study the language and culture of German speakers, Students will develop rudimentary listening, speaking, reading and writing skills in German, and will study cultural, geographical, and historical aspects of German and other German – speaking
4413 Law in Society Service 3 The course covers four units: The opening unit examines central philosophical debates in social legal in order to lay a groundwork for subsequent material. The second unit explores several distinct social-psychological models of rule-following and rule-b
4622 Democracy, Human Rights, & Human International Law 3 The course stresses the notion of democracy, its history with new applied samples in view of studying the Palestinian situation. It also emphasizes the notion of human rights and its history, in addition to the tools and mechanisms adapted to protect thes
4626 The History of Science in Arab & Islam 3 This course discusses the issue of science in Arab World before the spreading of Islam. Then it discusses the impact of Islam on science in general. The course contains several subjects, such as the science of Fiqh (Islamic law) and legislation Hadith (Pr
5385 Advanced English Language 3
5440 Home Garden 3 This course includes the definition of home garden and its benefits, problems and objectives, design and choice of location in addition to its role in achieving food security for developing communities and building a strong family agricultural economy. It
5456 Turkish Language 3 Study the basics and principles of the Turkish language, where the four language skills include reading, writing, speaking, and listening. To the level in which he is able to write correct sentences, express himself in simple words, and understand reading and listening at the level of a paragraph about things related to and surrounding him.
5644 Entrepreneurship and Creativity 3
5975 Integrity Transparency and anti-corruption 3
8011 Palestinian prisoners movement 3
8237 Psychology 3
متطلبات كلية الهندسة Credit hours: 29 Courses: 12
Course No Course Name Credit hours Course Description
4004 Calculus 1 3 Functions, Limits and Continuity, Definition of Derivative, Differentiation Rules, Applications of the Derivative, Definite and Indefinite Integrals, Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, Applications of Definite Integral.
4005 Calculus 2 3 The Calculus of Transcendental Functions, Techniques of Integrations, Sequences, Infinite Series, Power Series, Conic Sections, Polar Coordinates.
4006 Physics 1 3 Physical quantities, Units, Vectors and Scalars, Motion in one dimension, Motion in two dimensions, Newton’s laws of motion and dynamics, Work and Energy, Conservation of Energy, Conservation of linear momentum and collision, Center of mass and moment of
4007 Physics Lab 1 1 The course contains 12 experiments in Mechanics thermodynamics and Motion, which aims to give the students, the basis concepts in the previous topics given in the physics course
4008 Chemistry 1 3 Matter, its Properties and Measurement, Development of the Atomic Theory, Stoichiometry; Elements and Compounds, Chemical Reactions, Gases, Thermo chemistry, Electrons in Atoms, Atomic Properties and Periodic Table
4009 Chemistry Lab1 1 Introduction to chemical lab and use of chemical balances, Boiling point elevation, Density determination, Melting point, Stoichiometry of two reactions, Water of Hydration, Molecular weight of a volatile liquid, Identification of six solutions, Volumetri
4011 Eng. Economics & Management 3 Introduction to management, history, important of management, characteristics of management, Berocratic management and scientific management, Management Process. Managements Education. Institutions structure, management of human resources. Project managem
4015 Methods of Scientific Research 2 Science and its goals, scientific thinking, concepts and fields of scientific research, human knowledge, the library and its role in research and knowledge, the methods of scientific research (the historical method, method, descriptive, procedural style,
4070 English Language 2 3 This course is designed for all B.Sc. students at Palestine Polytechnic University as a continuation to English I. This course trains students in using effective reading and writing strategies which successful readers and writers employ in manipulating sc
5059 Computer Programming 3 Introduction to programming and, problem solving, data types in C Language, Input /Output, variables, expressions, control and selection statements, functions, arrays, pointers, structure and files.
5060 Engineering Drawing 2 Drawing technique, the graphic language, instruments and their use, materials of drawing, drawing standards, types of lines and lettering. Geometrical constructions: dividing straight lines into equal parts and constructing perpendiculars, constructing an
5061 Engineering Workshop 2 This course aims at training students on using a various manual Engineering skills as sawing, filling, drilling, riveting cutting and bending….etc. which are essential for all kinds of industrialization it is necessary for everyone who works in industry
متطلبات الدائرة Credit hours: 68 Courses: 25
Course No Course Name Credit hours Course Description
4024 Applied Mechanics ( Statics ) 3 Introduction to Statics, Force Systems, Equilibrium of particles and rigid bodies, Analysis of Trusses, frames and Machines, Distributed Forces, Centroids and center of gravity, Moments of inertia, Shear force and bending moment diagrams for loaded beams.
4025 Applied Mechanics ( Dyn.) 3 Kinematics of particles and Kinematics of rigid bodies (Rectilinear Motion, Plane Curvilinear Motion, Relative and Absolute Motion). Kinetics of particles (Force – mass – acceleration method – work – energy method – Impulse – Momentum method). Kinematics of rigid bodies.
4027 Strength of Materials 3
4028 Thermodynamics1 3 Basic concepts and definitions. Types of energy. Properties of pure substances. Ideal gases. Work and heat. The first law of thermodynamics. The second law of thermodynamics, Entropy, irreversibility .Gas mixtures.
4030 Manufacturing Processes 3 Basic Manufacturing processes. Nature and properties of engineering materials. Production of metals. Foundry processes and special casting processes. Welding. Plastic. Hot and cold forming. Powder metallurgy and special forming processes. Material removal technology. Special material removal processes. Heat treatment of metals. Surface cleaning and finishing processes.
4031 Fluid Mechanics 3 Basic Concepts; fluid classification; dimensions and units; fluid properties; viscosity. Fluid static’s; fluid pressure; manometers; fluid static forces. Kinematics of fluid flow; velocity and acceleration; continuity equation. Fluids flow dynamics; Berno
4035 Materials Science 3 It starts with various levels of structures including atomic and microscopic, and bonding. Various types of crystal structures and defects are covered in details, together with summarized diffusion concepts. Then, the course presents various physical and mechanical properties linked to these structures and applications. Then, it covers the various types of phase diagrams: its establishing and its use in engineering processes and applications. The course concludes by presenting various thermal processes for phase transformation and manipulating properties, and with an introduction to other types of engineering materials such as plastics and ceramics.
4037 Heat Transfer 3 Steady state conduction (one dimension and two dimensions). Unsteady state conduction. Principles of convection system, forced convection system, natural convection system. Radiation heat transfer. Condensation and boiling heat transfer. Heat exchanger.
4043 Differential Equations 1 3 First order differential equation. The existence and uniqueness theorem differential equation of Higher order, Lap face transform. Using lab face transform in solving differential equation. Power series solution of differential equation.
4044 Control Systems 3 Introduction, Mathematical models of systems in frequency domain, State variable models, Feedback control system, Characteristics, The performance of feedback control systems, The stability of linear feedback systems, The root locus method, Applications.
4046 Theory of Machines 3 Theory of machines and mechanisms is an applied science which is used to understand the relationship between the geometry and motion of the parts of a machine or mechanisms and the force which produce this motion. The course covers the following topics: Introduction, Terminology, Classifications of mechanisms, Kinematics inversion, Mobility, Mechanical advantage. Position and displacement analysis, Mechanisim design, Velocity analysis, Acceleration analysis, Cams:Introduction, classification of cams and followers, Displacement diagrams, followers motion, cam ratio. Gears: Spur, Helical, Bevel, Worm, Gear train, Belt drives and screws, Balancing.
4048 Machine Design 1 3 The mechanical design process. Materials in mechanical design. Stress tensor and stress transformation. Stresses in pressurized tubes and cylinders. Static failure theories for ductile and brittle materials: Maximum normal stress theory, Maximum-shear-stress theory, Distortion-energy theory, Coulomb-Mohr theory. Endurance limits and fatigue failure theories: Goodman criteria, Gerber criteria, ASME-elliptic criteria. Elements design: power screws, bolted and riveted connections, welded joints, shafts. Design through Computer software (MITCalc).
4068 Physics 2 3 Electric charges and fields, Gauss’s law, Electric potential, Capacitors, Current resistance and Circuits, Magnetic fields, Ampere’s law, Faraday’s law, and Finally Inductance.
4069 Physics Lab 2 1 Electric charges and fields, Gauss’s law, Electric potential, Capacitors, Current resistance and Circuits, Magnetic fields, Ampere’s law, Faraday’s law, and Finally Inductance.
4328 Math for Mechanical Engineering 3 Vector Functions: Graph, Domain, Limits, Continuity, Derivatives, Integrals, Physical and geometrical applications. Multivariate Functions: Graph, Domain, Range, limits, Continuity, Partial derivatives (Explicit, implicit, chain rule), Double and triple integrals, Cylindrical and Spherical coordinates, Directional derivative. Integration in vector fields: Lines and surface integrals, Green’s theorem, Stock’s theorem, Gauss divergence theorem. Partial Differential Equations & Fourier series: Separation of variables, Fourier series, Fourier convergence theorem, Even and odd functions and orthogonallity, Heat and wave equations, Vibration of elastic string, Laplace equation. Complex Variable Theory and complex Fourier transform. Analytic Functions and Cauchy-Rieman Equation.
4341 Measurement Sys. and Sensors 3 Introduction to measurement and instrumentation, instruments performance and terminology, basic concepts of experimentation and sensors classification, analysis of experimental data, static and dynamic performance characteristics of instruments, electrical measurements and sensing devices, displacement and acceleration measurements, pressure measurements, flow measurements, temperature measurements, force and strain measurements, motion and vibration measurements, modern measurement systems (Vision, Touch, Smell, etc), signal conditioning and analysis techniques. Use of laboratory equipments and software (sensors, DAQs, LabView, etc.).
4350 Mechanics Lab. 1 Reactions on beams. Centroid and moment of inertia. Estimating Modulus of Elasticity and Modulus of Rigidity for various materials. Stress-Strain diagram. Torsion in bars. Studying the motion of various mechanisms. Static and dynamic balancing. Simple and compound pendulum. Gears. Governors.
5087 Linear Algebra & Numerical Methods 3 Systems of linear equations and matrices: Gaussian elimination, Gauss-Jordan elimination, Elementary row operations and homogeneous systems, Matrices: Operation on matrices, Inverse of a matrix, Equivalency of matrices, Symmetric matrix, Determinants, Vector spaces: Subspaces, Linear independence, Basis and representation, Dimension of vector spaces, The row space and the column space of matrix, Direct sum, Linear transformation: Linear operator, zero transformation and matrix transformation, Kernal and range of a transformation, Representing linear transformation by matrices, Eigenvalues, Eigenvectors, Diagonalization, Quadratic form, Orthonormal matrices, Applications to mechanical and electrical systems, Number representation and Errors, Locating Roots of Equations, Interpolation and, Numerical differentiation, Numerical Integration, Systems of Linear Equations, Approximation by Spline Functions, Ordinary differential equations, Smoothing of Data and the method of least squares.
5088 Electromechanical Workshop 2 Manufacturing processes (Electrical arc welding and gas welding). Manufacturing operations (Turning, milling, sawing, shaping, filing, cylindrical and surface grinding). Electrical switches, sensing elements, wiring single phase motors, relays and contactors, timers, counters, temperature control circuits, methods of traditional control.
5089 Mechanical Drawing Using Computer 2 Introduction to Mechanical Drawing (2D-3D), using computer to design and drawing of mechanical components such as (Nuts, Screws, Bearing, Joins, Gears, shafts, Springs, …), Design of Mechanical Parts, Assembly Design of Mechanical Parts, Shape Design of mechanical Parts. Using AUTOCAD and CATIA 3D-modeling
5090 Analysis of Electrical Circuits 3 This course introduces the basic laws and terms. It presents the series circuits (Kirchhoff's Voltage Law, Voltage divider law) and the parallel circuits (Kirchhoff's Current Law, Current Divider Law). It shows the differences between the real and ideal source, and how to transform the voltage source into current source and vice versa. The course applies some analysis methods such as mesh and nodal analysis, Thévenin's theorem and superposition. The course gives an introduction to AC circuits (basic terms, the elements and phasors).
5091 Applied Electronics 3 The course provides an introduction to semiconductor theory (conduction mechanism, P-type and N-type). It explains the concept of the P-N junction. It talks about the diodes and their applications (biasing circuit, rectifiers and clamping circuits). Then the course presents the special purpose diodes such as the zener, the LED and the photodiodes. The course presents the Bipolar Transistor (structure, types, principle of operation, and the configuration). It gives some applications for the transistor such as being a switch. Finally the course provides a short introduction to MOSFET transistor. Op. Amp.
5092 Applications in Circuits and Electronics 3 This course has two parts: the theoretical and the practical parts. In the theoretical part some of the electrical circuit concepts are given such as: STAR-DELTA conversion, the transformers, 3-phase systems and choppers circuits (step-up and step down). Also the theoretical part includes some of the digital terms such as the counters, decoders, encoders, multiplexer, demultiplexer, buffer and latches. During the experimental part of the course the student will visit different labs in order to accomplish different experiments such as: applications and calibrations of electrical measurements tools (voltmeter and ammeter), diodes and transistor characteristics, rectifier circuits, basic logic gates, counters and chopper circuits.
5093 Mechanical Vibrations 3 Introduction to Vibrating Systems Free Vibration of Single-Degree-of-Freedom linear Systems. Damped Vibrations, Undamped Vibrations. Forced Vibration of Single-Degree-of-Freedom linear Systems. Harmonically Excited Vibrations, Vibration under General Forcing conditions. Free and Forced Vibrations of Two-Degree-of-Freedom Systems. Free and Forced Vibrations of Multi-degree-of-Freedom Systems. Vibration Control.
5104 Project Management 2 Project management framework. Strategic management and project selection. Risk management and analysis. Project quality management. Human resourse management and project manager. Project planning. Conflict and negitiation. Budgeting and cost estimation. Scheduling. Resource allocation.
متطلبات التخصص الاجبارية Credit hours: 40 Courses: 21
Course No Course Name Credit hours Course Description
4029 Thermodynamics 2 3 Open system applications: reciprocating compressors, vapor power cycles, gas power cycles, reversed cycles. Thermodynamic relations. Combustion. Chemical equilibrium.
4045 Hydraulic Machines 3 Basic concepts and definitions. Dimensional analysis and similarities. Impulsive and reaction principles. Pumps. Turbines. Cavitation, Thamo Parameter. Hydrodynamic power transmission
4132 Field Training 1 0 This course aims to train the students in related to the specially community institutions on engineering basic competencies such as safety, technical terminology, aclministrative rules and layouts, drawings and energy analysis and protection.
4133 Field Training 2 0 This course aims to train the students in related to the especially community institutions on technical competencies related to his area specialty during process function and productivity, and do all analysis studies related to specialty. Preparing the student for the stage of work.
4232 Heat & health Systems for Buildings 3 Water supply basic design, rain water, water supply, hot and cold water networks. Waste water and bathroom design, sewage networks. Hot water Heating systems Networks. Duct distribution. Plant room installation: chillers, boilers and air handling unit. Re
4304 Introduction to Graduation project 1 General concepts and objectives of graduation project. Availability of information and resources. Scientific research. Computers in scientific research. Writing up graduation thesis. Proposed graduation project. Guide lines and preparations.
4305 Graduation Project 3 In this part of the project students must implement and test the design described in the “Introduction to Graduation Project”.
4331 Thermo Lab. 1 Determination of saturation pressures and temperatures of water. Marcet boiler Single-stage reciprocating air compressor. Energy balance, work and efficiencies of: steam power plant, reciprocating air compressor, sterling cycle and refrigeration cycle. He
4404 Fluid Mechnics Lab 1 Pressure measurements; pressure gage calibration, center of pressure. Bernoulli’s equations applications. Demonstration of laminar and turbulent flow. Flow measurements, flow through a Venturi, flow rate through an orifice. Measurement of losses in pipe bends and fittings. Measurement of forces produced by a jet of water on various surfaces Constant speed and constant pressure difference experiments for: reciprocating, rotary and centrifugal pumps. Pumps characteristics. Pumps in series. Pumps in parallel. Radial flow turbines (Francis). Axial flow turbines (Kaplan). Pelton’s wheel.
4918 Refrigeration 1 3
4919 Refrigeration 2 3
4920 Refrigeration Lab. 1
4921 Air Conditioning Lab. 1
4924 Air Conditioning 3
4926 R.& A.C. Control Systems 2
4927 R.& A.C. Technology 3
4928 Electrical Machine Systems 3
5022 Architural Drawing 1
5023 Heating workshop 1
5101 Refrigeration Workshop 1
5102 Programmable Controllers and Their Applications 3
متطلبات التخصص الاختيارية Credit hours: 6 Courses: 11
Course No Course Name Credit hours Course Description
4020 Energy Conversion Systems 3 Energy concept and types, main energy sources, energy demand and doubling time, principals of energy conversions, conventional energy conversion system, non-conventional energy conversion systems, renewable energy sources and their utilization and conversion, environmental impact of energy conversion, energy policies.
4022 Computer Aided Manufacturing 3 CIM definition, CIM environment, CIM benefits. Components of a CIM   architecture; Numerical Control in CIM , Simulation, Group technology, networks, Concurrent engineering, CAD/CAM integration.  Classification of production systems. Integrative Manufacturing Planning and Control. Integration information and material flow in manufacturing. Modeling methodology and tools in analysis and design for CIM .
4333 Computer Aided Design 3 Introduction to CAD, computer Graphics, Introduction to Computing with Geometry, Geometric modeling, Geometric Transformations, Simple Curves and Surfaces, Solid Modeling, Parametric Curves, shape modeling. Using advanced level of CATIA mechanical design Tools (Part-design , assembly-design) and Shape design tools, (Wireframe and surface design).
4353 Industrial Hydraulics 3 basic concepts and definitions. Dimensional analysis and similarities. Impulsive and reaction principles. Pumps. Turbines. Cavitation, Thamo Parameter. Hydrodynamic power transmission.
4412 Simulation 3 Introduction to simulation, simulation definition, simulation benefits, simulation examples, Modeling, Numerical solution of linear and nonlinear differential equations, Numerical solution of partial differential equations, numerical solution of linear and nonlinear algebraic equations, application examples from mechanical systems, fluid and thermal systems, chemical processes, electrical systems. Using simulation Tool CATIA, MATLAB, ANSYS.
4930 Refrigeration & Air Cond. Equipment Services 3
4931 R.&A.C. in Trasport 3
4932 Mechanical Service in Building 3
5028 Special Topics 3
5103 Cryogenics 3
5184 Professional Ethics & Laws 3 This course will help students to focus on how ethics and values influence their skills as supervisors. Students will learn what ethics and values are, and how ethics and values influence the outcomes of the decisions they make on the job. Student will le