Community

Community
College
Branches: Sharjah - Khorfakan - Kalba - Dibba - Maliha
COMMUNITY COLLEGE 2017-2018
5 Branches:
• Sharjah
• Khorfakan
• Kalba
• Dibba
• Maliha
Officers of the College

Professor Hamid Al Naimiy Chancellor
Professor Adnan Ibrahim Dean Community College
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Dr. Tarek Mohamed Assistant Dean Community College
Dr. Hafidh Jaafar Assistant Dean Community College
Administrative Support Staff

Maitha Abdalla Administrative assistant
Maha Susa Administrative assistant
Noura AlQaseer Head of Financial and Administrative Affairs
Badria Al Hosany Human Resources Officer
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Organization Structure
Community College encompasses five scientific Departments that grant the following degrees of academic Diploma:
Department Degree Granted

Diploma in Administrative and Financial Sciences – Business Ad-
ministration
Department of Administrative and Financial Diploma in Administrative and Financial Sciences - Accounting
Sciences Diploma in Administrative and Financial Sciences – Secretarial
and Office Management
Diploma in Human Resources Management
Professional Diploma in Electronic Archiving
Diploma in Information Technology
Department of Information Technology
Diploma in Library and Information Systems
Diploma in Documentation and electronic archiving
Diploma in Food Safety
Department of Health and Medical Sciences Diploma in Environmental Health and Safety
Diploma in Dental Laboratory Technology
Professional Diploma in Law (Refer to the Arabic version of the
Department of Law
bulletin)
Diploma in Surveying
Diploma in Building Technology and Constructions
Department of Basic Sciences No degree
• The College also offers an 8-month Professional Diploma in Electronic Archiving through a MoU with the Gov-
ernment of Sahrjah.
Vision
Community College seeks to be recognized as a leading College in the field of intermediate learning and education
by offering applied professional practices and skills in various disciplines in the Arab World and the region, and by
providing a wide range of applied professional programs which focus on training and community engagement.
Mission
Community College is committed to providing its students with the highest possible quality of education, learning
and experience by offering comprehensive platforms of the best intermediate professional education and training
and by providing learners with practical and scientific skills as well as the latest technology and communication
skills, with a focus on competitiveness, development and UAE community service.
Core Values
• Enhancement of academic and professional excellence.
• Integrity, moral and ethical values of all our actions.
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• Trust and respect of all individuals
• Fairness, openness and honesty.
• Academic freedom in pursuit of intellectual inquiry.
• Pursuit of critical inquiry and discovery in research and dissemination of knowledge.
• Stewardship and fiscal responsibility in our actions.
• Dedication to the University of Sharjah, to the Community of Sharjah in particular and to the UAE in general.
Objectives
Community College has the following objectives that are strongly related to the overall objectives of the University
of Sharjah:
1. Promoting excellence in the intermediate education and learning for Diploma holders through the employ-
ment sectors.
2. Graduating competitive professionals who are dedicated to development and community service.
3. Promoting sustainable and comprehensive professional programs as demanded by the job market.
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4. Promoting community engagement and services towards building up a knowledgeable society, including public
service and industry, with a view to responding positively to the socio-economic needs of the community.
5. Promoting relationship with alumni to advance the mission of the college.
6. Enhancing the University of Sharjah’s values outside the classroom.
7. Developing effective academic and administrative processes that promote excellence in teaching, research and
community service.
8. Enhancing technology infrastructure to promote excellence in teaching, research and service in the most ef-
ficient manner.
Academic Programs
Currently, Community College offers 14 programs leading to a Diploma degree in:
1. Diploma in Administrative and Financial Sciences - Accounting
2. Diploma in Administrative and Financial Sciences – Business Administration
3. Diploma in Administrative and Financial Sciences – Secretarial and Office
4. Management
5. Diploma in Information Technology
6. Diploma in Library and Information Systems
7. Diploma in Food Safety
8. Diploma in Dental Laboratory Technology
9. Diploma in Environmental Health and Safety
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10. Diploma in Pharmacy Assistant
11. Diploma in Surveying
12. Diploma in Building Technology and Construction
13. Diploma in Electronic Documentation and Archiving
14. Professional Diploma in Law
15. Diploma in Human Resource Management
Admission Requirements
Students shall be admitted to the Intermediate Diploma Program in accordance with the general policy set by the Council.
• Prior to the beginning of the academic year, the university management shall determine the number of stu-
dents to be admitted to each of the programs offered by the College, as recommended by the College Council
• A student shall be admitted to the College based on an application submitted prior to the beginning of study in
the fall term. The dates of submission of applications should be as stated in the University calendar.
• Based on a recommendation by the Dean as well as be the Admission and Registration Department, it is possi-
ble to consider applications submitted after the deadline if there are still vacancies in the desired specialization.
Students shall be admitted to the College in accordance with the following terms:
A.The applicant must hold the UAE Secondary School Certificate or its equivalent, as determined by the Committee of Certifi-
cate Equivalence of the University.
B. t he Secondary School Certificate or its equivalence held by the applicant must be of the type that qualifies for admission to
the desired specialization provided that the required average is met as follows:
1. Students who hold the Secondary School Certificate or its equivalent (scientific, literary or technical stream) with a minimum
average of 60% are allowed to apply for enrolment in any literary Diploma.
2. Students who hold the Secondary School Certificate or its equivalent with a minimum average of 60 % (scientific stream) and
65% (literary stream) are allowed to apply for enrolment in the: Information Technology, Food safety, Environmental health
& safety, Dental technology.
C. The applicant should not have been expelled from a Community College or a higher/intermediate institute for academic or
disciplinary reasons.
D. The applicant should not have been expelled from the University of Sharjah or any other university for disciplinary reasons.
E. The applicant should specify in the application form the specializations that she/he wishes to join, arranged according to
her/his interests.
FD. Admitted students are to be distributed among the available specializations within the numbers allocated to each specializa-
tion in each of the College branches, according to the sequence of their grades and the priorities of their wishes.
Graduation Requirements
A Diploma degree is conferred upon a Community College student if he/she has completed all the degree require-
ments and attained a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher.
Students are strongly advised to carefully review the University catalogue for admission and degree requirements
as well as all the related academic policies.
Each degree program comprises; University requirements (UR), college requirements (CR) and program require-
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ments (PR). The University and college requirements are common to all departments at Community College.
Each department has its own required and elective courses. The credit hours allocations for each program are
shown in the following table:
Diploma in Administrative and Financial Sciences – Business Administration

UR CR PR Total
Mandatory Credits 18 12 36 66
Elective Credits 0 0 6 6
Total 18 12 42 72
Diploma in Administrative and Financial Sciences – Accounting

UR CR PR Total
Total 18 12 42 72
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UR CR PR Total
Total 18 9 45 72
Diploma in Library and Information Systems

UR CR PR Total
Total 18 9 45 72

UR CR PR Total
Diploma in Environmental Health and Safety

UR CR PR Total

UR CR PR Total
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Professional Diploma in Law
UR CR PR Total
I. University Requirements
Every student working for a diploma degree in any Community College program is required to take 18 credit hours
of general education courses distributed over six domains, as indicated below.
Domain 1: Islamic Studies, History and Culture (3 Credits)
1211212 Islamic Culture 3
Domain 2: Languages (3 Credits)

Arabic Language, Literature and Culture
1211111 Arabic Language (for Speakers of Arabic) 3
Domain 3: IT or Mathematics (3 Credits)
1213110 Introduction to IT 3
Domain 4: Literature and Humanities (3 Credits), according to the selected program
1206246 Human Rights in Islam and International Declarations 3

1211146 History of the Sciences among Muslims 3
Domain 5: Applied Sciences, 3 Credits
1204113 Man and the Environment 3
Domain 6: Social Sciences and Education (3 Credits)
1211147 Introduction to Psychology 3
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Description of the above courses follows:
1211212 Islamic Culture 3-0:3

This course deals with definitions of Islamic Culture and its general sources. It aims at enabling students to un-
derstand: revelation on the basis of the Holy Qur’an and the Sunnah; Islamic religion, its pillars and its virtues; the
characteristics of Islamic culture as well as the elements that make up the Muslim personality. The course also
involves a study of the factors that led to the retreat of the Muslims.
1211146 History of the Sciences among the Muslims 3-0:3

This course focuses on the importance of sciences and their emergence in Islam; it deals with the sciences
of Arabic language, lexicography, biography and history. It also deals with the development of theoretical
sciences like medicine, geometry, arithmetic, astronomy, mechanics and botany as well as the influence of
the Muslim scientific achievements on Western civilization.
1211111 Arabic Language 3-0:3
The Arabic language course seeks to give students the knowledge and language skills they need to develop their
ability to communicate and express themselves, using grammatically correct statements and stylistically appro-
priate constructions. The course also seeks to enable students to write accurate reports, memos, messages, meet-
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ing minutes, and other types of documents related to the workplace as a whole.
1213110 Introduction to Information Technology 2-2:3

The Course explains what a computer is and what it can (and can’t) do; it clearly explains the basics of information
technology, from multimedia PCs to the internet and beyond. It illustrates how digital devices and networks af-
fect our lives, our world, and our future. In addition, the course is intended to equip students with the necessary
skills to use computer and essential software applications effectively in order to better prepare them for their
professional careers.
1204113 Man and the Environment 3-0:3

This course is designed to develop students’ awareness and general knowledge of the principles of environmental
science and engineering and the local, regional and international challenges facing the environment. The course
emphasizes the unique roles and responsibilities of humans, from an Islamic perspective, in managing the envi-
ronment and protecting its resources. The course topics include: the general principles of environmental science
and engineering; relationship of humans and the environment; environmental quality and pollution; consump-
tion of natural resources and waste management; and the concept of sustainable development. The course also
includes selected laboratory measurements and experiments and the development of research and communica-
tions in the environmental field. The course provides opportunities for students to engage in voluntary activities
to serve the community and contribute to raising environmental awareness, knowledge and education.
1211147 Introduction to Psychology 3-0:3

This course presents a general view of the concept of psychology, its foundations and fields, concentrating on
educational psychology and its significance for educators.
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II. College Requirements
College requirements consist of foundation and skill courses required of all community college students. The fol-
lowing table has the complete list of college requirements and the subsequent section includes the description of
these courses.
Course Title Credits Prerequisite

1212111 Principles of Management 3 None
12111xx* English for Specific Purposes (ESP) 3 None
12111 xx* Foundation Math 3 None
* Depending on the specialization.
Descriptions of the courses are given below.
1212111 Principles of Management 3-0:3

This is a preliminary course in the business administration field. It is designed to provide students with
a basic understanding of the role of managers in modern organizations. The focus is on the managerial
functions: Planning, organizing, directing, and controlling organizational resources. Students are expected
to learn various techniques of leading and motivating employees, understanding organizational cultures,
managerial ethics and effective methods of communication. Prerequisite: None.
12111 xx* English for Specific Purposes (ESP) 3-0:3

ESP is a course that is offered to students in the first term of specialization. It basically aims at equipping them
with the necessary language skills they need to cope with the linguistic requirements of their major and to use
English properly and fluently in the professional environment they are expected to join. Since the course is ori-
ented towards communication rather than knowledge acquisition in the major, it gradually trains students to
interpret and use words appropriately and to formulate grammatically correct statements while dealing with,
talking and writing their specialization. Prerequisite: None.
12111xx* Foundation Math 3-0:3

The primary objective of this course is to provide sound and consistently structured explanations of the math-
ematical concepts Community College students need to understand and use in their fields of specialization. The
course covers sets, real numbers, fractions, exponents and radicals, polynomials, absolute value, equations, in-
equalities, functions and their graphs, linear and quadratic functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, ma-
trices, and sequences as well as general applications. Prerequisite: None.
III. Program Requirements

Requirements for the diploma degree are program-specific. They encompass 2 categories: Major specific core
courses and major specific elective courses. The program requirements for the Diploma degrees in the different
majors are given hereafter. Details and titles of relevant courses are included in the Student’s Study Plan (SSP) that
is availed to every Community College student.
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Course Coding
The courses offered by Community College programs are designated according to the following coding System
(12XYABC):
12 Community College Code

XY Designates department as follows
11: Basic Sciences
12: Administrative and Financial Sciences
13: Information Technology
04: Health and Medical Sciences
05: Engineering
06: Law
“A” designate the Year or level 1, 2; “B” designate the term (fall or spring); “C” designate the
ABC
course sequence - 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
he designation used to represent credit hours breakdown (t-p: c) of a course is as follows: “t” stands for theoretical
component of the course; “p” practical or laboratory component; “c” stands the total credit hours. For example (2-
3:3) represents a 3 credit hour course with two contact lecture hours and three laboratory hours
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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND MEDICAL SCIENCES (HMSC)
Personnel
Chairperson:
Assistant Professors:
Lecturers:
Vision
The Department of Health and Medical Sciences seeks to provide the labor market with university-qualified and
technically trained graduates who could undertake associate technical jobs in the fields of public health, supporting
medical sciences and health care.
Objectives
The Department of Health and Medical Sciences seeks to:
1. Equip students with sufficient knowledge in the fields of dental laboratory technology, pharmacy assistant,
environmental health and safety as well as food safety.
2. Prepare well-educated and trained graduates whose qualifications would meet the requirements of the labour
market in the fields of dental laboratory technology, pharmacy assistant, environmental health and safety as
well as food safety.
3. Enable students to acquire an understanding of personal, professional and ethical responsibilities towards the
profession and towards society at large.
4. Adopt the latest teaching approaches in relation to health and medical sciences.
5. Recruit competent and well-trained faculty members who are ready to grow, exchange ideas and respond to
students’ needs in the most efficient way.
Academic Programs
The Department of Health and Medical Sciences offers the following programs:
• Diploma in Food safety
• Diploma in Environmental Health & Safety
• Diploma in Dental Laboratory Technology
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Program: FOOD SAFETY
Program Outcomes
Upon completion of the FS program, students will be able to:
1. Assess the basic components of the food safety system.
2. Apply the principles of food hygiene and safety with an emphasis on operational hygiene controls and systems;
particularly, Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP).
3. Recognize food – borne diseases, including meat and milk- borne diseases.
4. Recommend methods to protect public health in matters related to food facility design and equipment.
5. Select methods of food processing and preservation techniques.
6. Apply the general principles of the laboratory techniques used in the detection and identification of food-
borne micro-organisms.
7. Suggest methods of prevention and control of insects and rodents that are of public health concern.
8. Determine the sources of contamination of food, in general, and in meat and milk, in particular, and list the
methods of their examination and control.
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9. Inspect food facilities and industries and prepare required inspection reports.
10. Communicate with peers, other team members and the public
11. Employ ethical and professional responsibilities
Career Opportunities
The graduate of the FS diploma may seek career opportunities in:
• Public Health.
• Food Inspection laboratories.
• Private and General Food Industries and Establishments.
• The field of health secretariats and municipal and village clusters.
• The technical monitoring of food in hospitals, hotels and restaurants.
Program Overview
The Food Safety Diploma is developed in response to a rising need for qualified Food Safety inspectors. The diploma
graduates may seek job opportunities in the departments of public health, food inspection, and food laboratories
as well as in private and general food industries and establishments. The graduates of this program are expected to
join the workforce in the UAE and the region as qualified Food Safety inspectors.
The diploma focuses on practical and technical skills that are developed through laboratory exercises. Students are
required to complete an internship at the end of their academic study. Each student is to undertake six weeks of
training. The training is to be carried out in public and private sectors, municipalities, as well as Food Safety and
Quality Management System laboratories under a field trainer and in coordination with an academic supervisor. The
allocation of the credit hours is shown in the following table:
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UR CR PR Total
Total 18 11 43 72
of general education courses distributed, as indicated below.
Course Title CrHrs Prerequisites

1211111 Communication Skills in Arabic 3 -
1213111 Computer Skills 3 -
1211212 Islamic Culture 3 -
1211121 Foundation Math 3 -
1213115 Internet & Comp. Applications 3 1213111
1212115 Self Development & Soft Skills 3 -

In addition to the University requirements, the Department requires students in all programs to take 11 credits
encompassing the courses listed below:

1211135 ESP for Health and Medicine 1 3 -
1204110 Intro. to Medical & Health Sciences Disciplines 1 -
1204111 General Biology 2 -
1204112 General Chemistry 3 -
1204120 General Microbiology 2 1204111
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The Food Safety program requirement courses are listed in the table below.
Course # Title CrHrs Prerequisites

1204210 Environmental Legislation 3 1204220
1204211 Water and wastewater Sanitation 3 1204220
1204212 Occupational Health and Safety 3 1204220
1204213 Health education 3 -
1204220 Introduction to Environmental Health Sciences Health 3 1204110
1204221 Epidemiology and Biostatistics 3 -
1204310 Food Microbiology 3 1204120
1204311 Food Processing 3 -
1204320 Vector Control 3 -
1204321 Food Quality &Safety 3 -
1204322 Meat Quality &Safety 4 1204311
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1204323 Dairy Sanitation 3 1204311
1204324 Food Waste Management 3 1204311
1204325 Graduation Project 3 -
1204326 Field Training 0 -
Study Plan
The Diploma program in Food Safety encompasses 72 credits hours that are spread over four semesters and could
be completed in two years. The following distribution of courses by semester facilitates student’s normal progres-
sion through the study plan.
Year I, Semester 1 (18 Credits)

1212115 Self-Development and Soft Skills 3 -
1211135 ESP for Heath and Medicine1 3 -
1204110 Intro. to Medical and Health Sciences Disciplines 1 -
1204213 HEALTH EDUCATION 3 -
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Year 1, Semester 2 (18 Credits)
12131151 Internet and Comp. Applications 3 1213111
1204220 Introduction to Environmental Health Sciences 3 1204110
1204321 Food Quality and Safety 3 -

Course # Tile CrHrs Prerequisites
1204211 Water &wastewater Sanitation 3 1204220
1204212 Occupational Health &Safety 3 1204220
1204310 Food Microbiology 3 1204120
1204311 Food Processing 3 -

1204120 General Microbiology 2 -
1204322 Meat Quality and Safety 4 1204311
1204323 Dairy Sanitation 3 1204311
1204324 Food Waste Management 3 1204311
Course Description
The courses offered by the Food Safety program are designated as (1204ABC), where ABC represents the year, term
and sequence as described in the College Section. Description of required courses that are offered by other depart-
ments are given in the bulletin section of the corresponding department.
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University Requirements Courses
These courses are described below.
ing minutes, and other types of documents related to the workplace as a whole. Prerequisite: None.
1213111 Computer Skills 2-2:3

This course introduces the physical components of a computer, programs and computer networks. The course
enables students to operate the computer and some programs using them to handle text and presentations.
Computer skills course begins by formalizing a computer and its importance. The course deals with the most im-
portant used equipments in input, output, processing and storage. Then the course discusses software and appli-
cations. At the same time, the course explains how to run a computer by the operating system knows as windows,
and reviews how to create and edit a text with various methods using the text processor Microsoft Word. Added
to that the course teaches students how to run presentation slides and work with text, graphics, and animation
using Microsoft PowerPoint program. Prerequisite: None.
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involves a study of the factors that led to the retreat of the Muslims. Prerequisite: None.
1211121 Foundation Math 3-0:3

equalities, functions and their graphs, linear and quadratic functions, exponential and logarithmic functions,
matrices, and sequences as well as general applications. Prerequisite: None.
12131151 Internet and Comp. Applications 3-0:3

This course introduces to candidate the definition and importance of Internet. The course enables student to
browse the Internet and use Internet services. The course begins with definition of Internet network and Internet
terms. Then the course deals with how to use and customize the browser program. The course provides training
on how to search on Internet. The course deals with how to create and use Electronic mail (Email), using Internet
browsers and Email programs. Then the course introduces some computer applications. At first, how to create
spread sheets and charts using spread sheets program (Microsoft Excel). Then, the course provides fundamentals
of databases and run solutions of databases using database management program (Microsoft Access). This ap-
plication provides a system for relational database, which has the ability to categorize data inside a database and
manage information through storing, updating, deleting, and inserting data. Prerequisite: 1213111
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1212115 Self-Development and Soft Skills 3-0:3
This course is designed to help students maximize their potential during their time at university. It will help them
to acquire important skills that are useful and necessary in life and work place.
The course aims to enable students to think creatively and constructively about personal, academic and career
goals. Students are encouraged to identify what success really means to them and to plan an effective path
towards achieving their aims. The course depends on structured, reflective and practical activities that develop
essential skills and qualities. Prerequisite: None.
College Requirements Courses

1204110 Introduction to Medical and Health Sciences Disciplines 1-0-0:1

This course introduces diploma students to the disciplines covered by the colleges of Medicine, Dentistry, Phar-
macy, and Health Sciences. It helps them to begin using learning resources and develop skills for self-learning. The
course also involves visits to related labs, fields and clinical sites. Prerequisite: None.
1204111 General Biology 2-0-0:2

This course discusses the basics of human cytology, anatomy, and histology as well as the different systems and
organs. It also draws on the relationship of man with his environment and introduces the concept of evolution.
Prerequisite: None.
1204112 General chemistry 2-3-0: 3

This course reviews the basic facts, concepts, and terminology of chemistry that are essential to the understand-
ing of biological and medical phenomena. It covers topics such as: measurement in chemistry, atomic structure
and periodic table, chemical bonding, chemical formula, masses, moles, chemical reactions, and chemical equa-
tions. Prerequisite: None.
1204120 General Microbiology 2-0-0:2

This course serves as an introduction to microbiology. It deals with the identification and control of microbial
growth in hospitals, clinics, and the environment, drug resistance, as well as the distribution and impact of micro-
organisms on health and on the well-being of humans, animals, and plants. Prerequisite: 1204111.
Mandatory Core Courses

The required courses offered by the Health and Medical Sciences department - Food Safety program are described
below.
1204220 Introduction to Environmental Health Sciences 3-0-0:3

This introductory course focuses on the interdisciplinary nature of environmental health issues. It covers a variety
of topics, including: air and water pollution, waste management and hazardous wastes, food safety, and occu-
pational hazards. Control measures are also discussed within the overall context of sustainable development.
Prerequisite: 1204110.
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1204210 Environmental Legislation 2-0-3:3
This course helps students to develop an awareness of the mechanics of the legal system. It discusses the types,
origin, and purpose of national and international law. Prerequisite: 1204220.
1204221 Epidemiology and Biostatistics 3-0-0:3

This course enables students to understand the principles of epidemiology in terms of disease causation, investi-
gation and control, as well as the basics of biostatistics. Prerequisite: None.
1204211 Water and Wastewater Sanitation 2-3-0:3

This course enables students to understand the importance of water quality to the environmental health status
and to appreciate the administrative framework for the protection of eater sources. It discusses the characteris-
tics and sources of drinking water as well as the sources of water pollution and the different treatment systems
available for dealing with wastewater, including principles, types, appropriateness, and design. Prerequisite:
1204220.
1204212 Occupational Health and Safety 2-0-3:3

This course presents an overview of the concepts of occupational health and safety with an emphasis on the rec-
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ognition, evaluation, and control of hazards and risks found in the working environment. It also covers protective
equipment and safety auditing. Prerequisite: 1204220.
1204213 Health Education 3-0-0:3

This course helps students to improve their knowledge and skills in communicating with individual and groups
in order to identify their needs for health nutritional education. It also trains them to plan and deliver suitable
health education sessions. Prerequisite: None.
1204320 Vector Control 2-0-3:3

This course introduces vectors of public health significance. It discusses life history, health significance, and the
methods of identifying the encountered pests. It also covers the current chemical, physical, and biological control
methods. Prerequisite: None.
1204310 Food Microbiology 2-3-0:3

This course provides an overview of the laboratory techniques used in the detection, enumeration, and identifi-
cation of food-related microorganisms. It deals with basic microbiological safety procedures, aseptic techniques,
sample collection, proper plating methods, and isolation techniques. It also places special emphasis on the sam-
pling of a variety of foods and food contact surfaces. Prerequisite: 1204120.
1204311 Food Processing 2-0-3:3

This course addresses a wide range of food processing and preservation techniques relative to the survival and
growth of microorganisms in foods. It covers potentially hazardous food and the legislation pertaining to com-
mercial food industry. Prerequisite: None.
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1204321 Food Quality and Safety 2-0-3:3
This course enables students to understand the causes of food-borne disease and the methods by which it
can be prevented. It discusses the principles of food hygiene and safety as well as their application in insur-
ing a safe supply. A special emphasis is also placed on operational hygiene controls and systems, including
HACCP. Prerequisite: None.
1204322 Meat Quality and Safety 2-3-3:4

This course enables the students to know about meat sources of contamination, the methods of their exami-
nation, control, and safe handling, as well as meat-borne diseases. Prerequisite: 1204311.
1204323 Dairy Sanitation 2-3-0:3

This course enables students to know about milk sources of contamination, the methods of their examination,
control, and safe handling, as well as and milk- borne diseases. Prerequisite: 1204311.
1204324 Food Waste Management 2-0-3:3

This course enables students to know the sources of food waste and the methods of their treatment and control.
1204325 Graduation Project 1-0-6:3

This course focuses on the application and integration of the knowledge and skills acquired throughout the pro-
gram. Students have to evaluate a selected food establishment in Sharjah and propose alternative solutions.
Prerequisite: None.
1204326 Field Training 0-0-0:0

This course helps students to gain the experience of working in a professional environment as a team member.
Students will have the opportunity to utilize and develop the competencies they have acquired in their academic
courses.
Prerequisite: None.
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Program: ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH AND SAFETY
Program Outcomes
Upon completion of the program the students will be able to:
1. Assess the basic components of Environmental Health and Safety system.
2. Recognise agents in the general environmental and workplace that may affect human health.
3. Predict the health effects on the air and work- environment pollutants.
4. Monitor pollutants in the environment and work- environment individually or as a member of an environmen-
tal health team.
5. Suggest control measures for the air and work environment hazards.
6. Collect and analyze water and waste-water samples for common pollutants.
7. Predict the impact of water pollutants on human health.
8. Predict the impact of solid waste on human health.
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9. Inspect work environment and prepare related inspection reports.
10. Communicate with peers, other team members and public.
11. Employ ethical and professional responsibilities.
The graduate of the EH diploma may seek career opportunities in:
• The Ministry of Labor.
• The Ministry of Health.
• Oil companies.
• Ports and Customs Enforcement.
• Airline and shipping.
• Universities and research centers.
• International environmental organizations.
• Engineering and investment projects.
• Environmental health departments in the municipalities.
Program Overview
Environmental Health and Safety Diploma is developed in response to a rising need for qualified Environmental
Health and Safety inspectors. The diploma graduates may seek job opportunities in the departments of Environ-
mental Protection, the departments of Environmental Health and Safety, private and general industries, petroleum
Companies, Ministry of Labor and other environmental agencies. The graduates of this program are expected to join
the workforce in the UAE and the region as qualified Environmental Health and Safety inspectors.
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The diploma focuses on practical and technical skills that are developed through laboratory exercises and field
training. Students are required to complete an internship at the end of their academic study. Each student is to
undertake six weeks of training. The training is to be carried out in public and private sectors; municipalities and
Environmental Health laboratories under a field trainer and in coordination with an academic supervisor.
The allocation of the credit hours is shown in the following table:
Diploma in Environmental Health and Safety

UR CR PR Total
Elective Credits - - 0 0
Total 18 11 43 72



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.The Environmental Health and Safety program requirement courses are listed in the table below

1204211 Water and wastewater Sanitation 3 1204220
1204212 Occupational Health and Safety 3 1204220
1204429 Principles of air pollution 3 1204112
1204420 General Physics 3 -
1204428 Solid Waste Management 4 1204220
1204422 Physical Hazards 3 1204212
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1204423 Environmental Sampling and Analysis 3 1204212
1204425 Field Training 0 -
1204427 Principles of Organic Chemistry 3 1204112
Study Plan
The Diploma program in Environmental Health and safety encompasses 72 credits hours that are spread over four
semesters and could be completed in two years. The following distribution of courses by semester facilitates stu-
dent’s normal progression through the study plan.

1204213 HEALTH EDUCATION 3 -
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1204221 Epidemiology &Biostatistics 3 -
1204420 General Physics 3 -
1204427 Principles of Organic Chemistry 3 1204112

1204211 Water &wastewater Sanitation 3 1204220
1204212 Occupational Health &Safety 3 1204220
1204429 Principles of Air Pollution 3 -

1204120 General Microbiology 2 -
1204428 Solid Waste Management 4 1204220
1204422 Physical Hazards 3 1204212
1204423 Environmental Sampling and Analysis 3 1204212
Course Description
The courses offered by the Environmental Health program are designated as (1204ABC), where ABC represents the
year, term and sequence as described in the College Section. Description of required courses that are offered by
other departments are given in the bulletin section of the corresponding department.
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ability to communicate and express themselves, using grammatically correct statements and stylistically appropri-
ate constructions. The course also seeks to enable students to write accurate reports, memos, messages, meeting
minutes, and other types of documents related to the workplace as a whole. Prerequisite: None.

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Prerequisite: None.



The required courses offered by the Health and Medical Sciences department – Environmental Health program are
described below.
1204220 Introduction to Environmental Health Sciences 3-0-0:3

This introductory course focuses on the interdisciplinary nature of environmental health issues. It covers a variety
of topics, including: air and water pollution, waste management and hazardous wastes, food safety, and occu-
pational hazards. Control measures are also discussed within the overall context of sustainable development.
1204210 Environmental Legislation 2-0-3:3

This course helps students to develop an awareness of the mechanics of the legal system. It discusses the types,
origin, and purpose of national and international law. Prerequisite: 1204220.
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1204221 Epidemiology and Biostatistics 3-00:3-
This course will enable students to understand the principles of epidemiology in terms of disease causation, in-
vestigation and control, as well as the basics of biostatistics. Prerequisite: None.
1204211 Water and Wastewater Sanitation 2-3-0:3

This course enables students to understand the importance of water quality to the environmental health status
and to appreciate the administrative framework for the protection of eater sources. It discusses the characteris-
tics and sources of drinking water as well as the sources of water pollution and the different treatment systems
available for dealing with wastewater, including principles, types, appropriateness, and design. Prerequisite:
1204220.
1204212 Occupational Health and Safety 2-0-3:3

This course presents an overview of the concepts of occupational health and safety with an emphasis on the rec-
ognition, evaluation, and control of hazards and risks found in the working environment. It also covers protective
equipment and safety auditing. Prerequisite: 1204220.
1204213 Health Education 3-0-0:3
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This course helps students to improve their knowledge and skills in communicating with individual and groups
in order to identify their needs for health nutritional education. It also trains them to plan and deliver suitable
health education sessions. Prerequisite: None.
1204320 Vector Control 2-0-3:3

This course introduces vectors of public health significance. It discusses life history, health significance, and the
methods of identifying the encountered pests. It also covers the current chemical, physical, and biological control
methods. Prerequisite: None.
1204420 General Physics 2-3-0:3

The course covers a variety of topics, including: the system of units, physical quantities, basic mechanics, dynam-
ics, energy and matter, electromagnetic radiation, electricity and magnetism, basic modern physics, as well as
heat and temperature. Prerequisite: None.
1204427 Principles of Organic Chemistry 2-3-0:3

This course covers the classification of organic compounds; the chemical bonds, nomenclature of aliphatic and
aromatic compounds, saturated hydrocarbons; unsaturated hydrocarbons, alcohols, phenols, ethers, and thiols.
It also deals with aldehydes and ketones, carboxylic acids and their derivatives, as well as amines and amides. In
addition to this, the course includes an introduction to carbohydrates and proteins. Prerequisite: 1204112.
1204429 Principles of Air Pollution 2-0- 3:3

This course enables students to understand the importance of air quality to environmental health status. Major
emphasis is placed on emission sources, types of pollutants sources, as well as air pollution monitoring and con-
trol techniques. Prerequisite: None.
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1204428 Solid Waste Management 3-0-3:4
This course enables students to understand the environmental and public health significance of waste reduction.
It discusses the collection, transfer, and disposal of solid and hazardous wastes are in addition to several waste
management strategies. Prerequisite: 1204220.
1204322 Physical Hazards 2-0-3:3

This course enables students to understand the effects of exposure to noise, heat, light and radiation. It empha-
sizes the analytical and quantitative techniques employed in environmental monitoring and control. Prerequi-
site: 1204212.
1204423 Environmental Sampling and Analysis 1-3-3:3

The course introduces the basic concepts and applications of different sampling methods and instrumental as
well as analytical techniques used in the environmental field. Prerequisite: 1204212.
1204424 Graduation Project 1-0-6:3

This course focuses on the application and integration of the knowledge and skills acquired throughout the pro-
gram. Students have to evaluate a selected food establishment in Sharjah and propose alternative solutions.
Prerequisite: None.
1204425 Field Training 0-0-0:0

This course helps students to gain the experience of working in a professional environment as a team member.
Students will have the opportunity to utilize and develop the competencies they have acquired in their academic
courses. Prerequisite: None.
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DENTAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY
Program Outcomes
Upon completion of the program, the graduates will acquire the following competencies:
A. Patient care: ability to understand, appreciate and respond to patients needs with regards to technical aspects
of provision of prosthesis.
B. Communication and interpersonal skills: ability to adopt and employ professional attitudes and standards/values by:
• Advocating change.
• Communicating interactively with others, both in verbal and written forms.
• Providing dental technology expertise in a contemporary ethical and legal environment.
• Working effectively as a member of an integrated dental team.
• Utilizing information technology for communication.
• Demonstrating interpersonal abilities to interact with peers and team members.
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C. Laboratory Technology Skills:
• High degree of manual dexterity.
• High aptitude for fine mechanical work.
• Ability to visualize in three dimensions.
• Artistic ability combined with an aptitude for engineering.
• Patience and ability to pay attention to fine details.
• Innovative and creative thinking.
• Initiative and ability to work to deadlines.
D Team Work: ability to function as a team member who responds efficiently to prescriptions and communications
from medical as well as dental physicians in the process of patient care.
E. Life-long learning and continuous professional development: ability to engage in self-directed life-long learning by:
• Accessing and critically evaluating the most current information and research.
• Using the most up-to-date learning technologies.
• Recognizing the need for further education and undertaking appropriate courses as necessary.
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• Dental technician (governmental or private dental lab).
• Having his/her own dental lab after a good period of experience and in accordance to the Ministry of Health
regulations.
• Sale representative at a dental materials company.
Program Overview
The need for a highly qualified dental technology expertise in the country has been critical to support the current
and future Dental, head, and neck surgical services for prosthetic rehabilitation. The Diploma in dental Technology,
which is offered by Community College at the University of Sharjah, prepares graduates to join the workforce in the
UAE and the region as qualified dental technologists.

UR CR PR Total
Total 18 11 43 72

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The Dental Laboratory Technology program requirement courses are listed in the table below.

1211136 ESP for Health and Medicine 2 3 1211135
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1204251 Dental Anatomy and Physiology 3 -
1204252 Dental Laboratory Technology 1 4 -
1204253 Prosthodontic 1 3 -
1204354 Dental Laboratory Technology2 4 1204252
1204355 Prosthodontic 2 4 1204253
1204356 Occlusion 2 -
1204257 Dental Ceramics 1 3 -
1204258 Dental Material Sciences 2 -
1204359 Dental Laboratory Technology 3 4 1204354
1204360 Prosthodontic 3 4 1204355
1204361 Dental Ceramics 2 3 1204257
1204362 Orthodontic and Pediatric Appliance 3 -
1204363 Professional Development and Ethics 1 -
1204468 Dental Laboratory Technology Internship 0 -
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Study Plan
The Diploma program in Dental Laboratory Technology encompasses 72 credits hours that are spread over four se-
mesters and could be completed in two years. The following distribution of courses by semester facilitates student’s
normal progression through the study plan.
1204251 Dental Anatomy and Physiology 3 -

1211111 Communication Skills in Arabic 3
1211136 ESP for Health and Medicine 2 3 1211135
1204252 Dental Laboratory Technology 1 4 -
1204253 Prosthodontics 1 3 -
1204257 Dental Ceramics 1 3 -

1204355 Prosthodontic 2 4 1204253
1204361 Dental Ceramics 2 3 1204257
1204258 Dental Material Science 2 -
1204356 Occlusion 2 -

1204360 Prosthodontic 3 4 1204253
1204362 Orthodontic and Paediatric Appliance 3 -
1204363 Professional Development and Ethics 1 -
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Course Description
The courses offered by the Dental Laboratory Technology program are designated as (1204ABC), where ABC rep-
resents the year, term and sequence as described in the College Section. Description of required courses that are
offered by other departments are given in the bulletin section of the corresponding department.

ing minutes, and other types of documents related to the workplace as a whole. Prerequisite: None.

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Prerequisite: None.


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The required courses offered by the Health and Medical Sciences department – Dental Laboratory Technology pro-
gram are described below
1204251 Dental Anatomy and Physiology 1-6:3

This course is designed as a general introduction to the tissues and systems of the human body at all levels: from
cells and tissues to gross anatomy. Anatomy is the largest module in this course, running through the entire first
semester. The anatomy module also has a significant practical component.
The course takes students a step further towards the exploration of oral anatomy by studying the morphology of
the individual tooth as well as the basic anatomy and physiology of the head, the oral cavity, and the supporting
structures. Topics include: theoretical and practical knowledge of anatomy, contour, occlusion, malocclusion and
the temporomandibular joint. Some critical aspects of oral biology, including the importance of saliva, the health,
and the quality of oral mucosa are elaborated. Upon completion, students should be able to carve teeth with
proper occlusion, anatomy, and contour and understand the biology as well as biomechanics of the head and the
oral cavity. The students will also be able to apply this knowledge when participating as part of the investigating
team in Forensic Dentistry. Prerequisite: None.
1204252 Dental Laboratory Technology 1 2-6:4
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This course provides the basic scientific elements involved in dental laboratory practice. It covers the chemical
and physical characteristics as well as the manipulation of dental materials such as: polymers, waxes, plaster of
Paris, gypsum, metals, medical grade alloys, gold, and titanium. The course also involves an introduction to ba-
sic laboratory techniques and equipment, including the skills of handling dental impressions and making dental
casts. Students are equally introduced to the basic principles of laboratory management, store, and inventory as
well as the principles and functions of dental laboratory equipment. Students need to understand the importance
of occupational health and safety that include infection control, safe use of toxic chemicals in the laboratory, and
the methods of their disposal. Prerequisite: None.

This course puts a further emphasis on basic laboratory techniques and equipment. It includes an understanding
of dental articulator and transferring dental casts to the articulator. It also reinforces knowledge in laboratory
design, laws, and regulations with regard to dental materials, drugs, health, and occupational safety. Students will
explore the electrical and electronic principles related to dental work as well as the maintenance of dental chairs,
dental x-ray machines, autoclaves, hand pieces and motors, light cure machines, furnaces, and high speed dental
drills. This is added to an introduction to the principle of casting. Prerequisite:1204252.

This module covers the art of design, which includes: the study and understanding of the form of the human
face, its changes while it performs its functions, its color, its texture and the differences of its needs in relation
to age, gender, and race. The course also emphasizes the aesthetic aspect which concerns the reintegration of
the patient in society according to the local and international criteria of the beauty, with a view to improving the
quality of life. Students will also be introduced to the basic principles of CAD-CAM and stereolithography, rapid
prototyping, and computer-based biomodeling technology. The application of dental materials and their manipu-
lation in the processing of dental and maxillofacial prosthesis and splints are equally enhanced in this module.
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1204253 Prosthodontics 1 1-6:3
This module introduces the basic and intermediate techniques in complete denture construction as it covers
mandibular movement, occlusion, and infection control. Topics include: base plates, occlusion rims, articulator
mountings, custom trays, setting of teeth, waxing denture bases, and investing, processing, selective grinding,
finishing, and polishing of complete dentures. Upon completion, students should be able to construct complete
denture prostheses utilizing proper laboratory techniques. Prerequisite: None.

This module covers the techniques used in fabricating acrylic denture and cast removable partial denture frame-
works utilizing a chrome-cobalt alloy. Topics include: surveying, designing, block out procedures, pouring refrac-
tory casts, waxing, casting, finishing, polishing frameworks, tooth selection, setup, processing, and finishing of
acrylic. Upon completion, students should be able to fabricate acrylic partial denture and cast removable partial
dentures following the dental prescription. Prerequisite: 1204253.

This module introduces the techniques for fabricating fixed restorations. Topics include: resin veneers, tempo-
rary crowns, post-core crowns, overdenture copings, non-parallel bridges, and semi-precision attachments. The
biological principles of dental implantology and its various techniques of superstructure reconstruction will be
covered in this module. Prerequisite: 1204355.
1204356 Occlusion 1-3:2

This course is designed to provide the student with a comprehensive study of theory and practice in occlusal
rehabilitation. A primary concern of the dental technologist is the restoration of the occlusal surfaces of teeth of
opposing arches together in such a way that they still function to preserve the health of the masticatory system.
The student will study the dynamics of mandibular movement and its effect on tooth form. The principles of
articulation and instrumentation will be introduced to enable the student to simulate mandibular movements on
an articulator. Occlusal restorations will be fabricated in wax on a semi-adjustable articulator according to func-
tional criteria. The student will study the functional relations of the temporomandibular joint and the growth of
the maxilla and mandible. Prerequisite: None.
1204257 Dental Ceramics I 1-6:3

The purpose of this course is to acquaint the student with the procedures and techniques used in restoring lost
tooth structures with ceramic materials. Fundamentals of ceramic materials will be taught in lecture and labora-
tory sessions. The basic course includes the physical properties of metals and ceramics as well as the fabrication,
metal substructure fabrication, build up, firing, and finishing of ceramic crowns. Prerequisite: None.
1204361 Dental Ceramics 2 1-6:3

The second part of the course is a continuation of Dental Ceramics I. The student will study advanced principles
of restoring lost tooth structure with porcelain materials. Laboratory exercises include the fabrication of multiunit
porcelain fused to metal bridges, individualized characterization and staining, as well as porcelain veneers. Stu-
dents are encouraged to pursue individual interests in the ceramic arts. Prerequisite: 1204257.
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1204258 Dental Material Sciences 2-0:2
This course includes the study of all dental materials and their uses in the fabrication of all types of dental pros-
thesis. It covers the composition, properties, and characteristics of the materials and their application in the
fabrication of prosthesis. Students will be trained on how to handle those materials, assess their quality, store
them safely, and use them economically.
Prerequisite: None.
1204362 Orthodontics and Pediatric Appliance 1-6:3

This course introduces students to the basic concepts of growth and development and to the way the devia-
tions of dental and skeletal growth may lead to malocclusion. The course further elaborates on the management
of these cases by using the techniques of orthodontics and training students in the fabrication of all types of
orthodontic appliances. Orthodontic training introduces the techniques of fabricating removable wrought and
orthodontic/ pedodontic appliances. The course also draws on the anatomy and physiology of children and ado-
lescent craniofacial structure as it deals with the problems that occur when the growth of the face and the mouth
is altered due to congenital and acquired lesions. Moreover, as it explains how these problems may be solved by
using dental technology expertise, the course focuses on the construction of pediatric prosthesis which includes:
space maintenance for children, feeding plates for babies with cleft lip and palate, as well as speech bulbs con-
struction. The course also introduces other prostheses such as: splints for pediatric fractures, splints for facial
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pain, and sports bite guard. Prerequisite: None.
1204363 Professional Development and Ethics 1-0:1

The purpose of this course is to give the student a broad view of the dental profession in relation to its technical
aspect. Seminar sessions will be used to discuss viewpoints in dentistry and the role of the dental technician as
a part of the dental professional team. Having introduced the role of the dental technician, the course further
introduces the prospective dental technician to the legal and ethical aspects of the profession of dentistry and
dental technology. Its main focus is placed on the professional relationship between the dental technician and the
dentist. Being one of the important links in the process of providing total dental care to every patient, the dental
technician has to be aware of his/her responsibility in committing himself/herself to the ethical standards of the
fields of dentistry and dental technology. Prerequisite: None.
1204468 Dental Laboratory Technology Internship 0-0:0

This internship course runs over six weeks and it consists of real-life experience in the general industry of dental
laboratory technology. Students will be introduced to the organization of services in dental laboratory technology
and the outputs expected from such services. They will learn how to communicate professionally with dentists
in clinics and hospitals and how to implement their requests. This training will provide them with experience in
relation to the various common prosthetic problems suffered by patients and solved by dental technicians. At the
end of the internship training, students will be prepared to efficiently serve in the dental technology laboratory.
Prerequisite: None.
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DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT)
Personnel
Chairperson: Emad Gab Allah
Assistant Professors: Emad Gab Allah, Allaoua Maamir, Tarek Mohamed
Lecturers: Hanan N. A. Hassain, Motasem Fathi Saleem Al Hamdan, Manal Sid Osman, Jamal
Abu Hassan, Amgad Hassan Seliaman, Ahmed Qusay Sabri Sabri, Ruba O. Abduljalil,
Ahmed Mohamed Dien
Vision
The IT department aspires to provide community service and be a regional leader in IT education.
Mission
The IT department aims to be a community of students, faculty, and staff centered in the disciplines of information
technology, library systems and electronic archiving. The Department seeks to establish a broad understanding of
both disciplines and to offer the Emirate of Sharjah, UAE, and the region highly qualified graduates who will serve
their community well.
Academic Programs
The IT department offers three diploma programs with academic cooperation from departments:
• Diploma in Information Technology (DIT).
Program: DIPLOMA IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Program Objectives
The DIT program has the following goals:
1. Prepare students to be qualified for employment in entry-level positions with government and private sector
agencies which rely on computer systems to manage information.
2. Equip students with knowledge and skills required to analyze, design, and implement IT based solutions.
3. Provide students with networks principal knowledge and equip them with the necessary skills to perform basic
computer maintenance.
4. Improve and develop students’ ability to communicate and work effectively in teams.
5. Motivate students to engage in continuous learning, acquire knowledge of contemporary issues, trends, and
emerging technologies in IT to provide the capabilities for lifelong learning.
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Program Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the DIT program, graduates will:
1. Demonstrate IT knowledge of computing to produce IT based solutions.
2. Demonstrate knowledge to analyze and model small software applications.
3. Design and implement small software applications.
4. Apply skills in IT, graphics, and multimedia.
5. Use skills to configure computer hardware and perform basic maintenance.
6. Explain network technology protocols, including structure, communication architecture and standards.
7. Communicate effectively in Arabic and English.
8. Work effectively in groups to accomplish common goals.
9. Demonstrate appreciation of professional, social and ethical responsibilities for IT professionals.
Graduates from the DIT program will be prepared to pursue careers in many fields as well as to seek advanced de-
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grees in related fields. The Program graduate can work as:
• Computer programmer
• Computer network administrator and technician
• Systems analyst assistant
• Database developer
• Photographic designer
• Computer laboratories administrator and technician
• Web Site Coordinator
• Maintenance Specialist
• Multimedia Lab Technician
• IT Administration Assistant
Program Overview
The department of IT provides educational opportunities for students interested in pursuing careers in different
fields of information technology. To obtain a DIT Program, the student must complete a total of 72 credit hours.
These hours span University, College and Department requirements. The allocation of the credit hours is shown in
the following table:
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Total 18 9 45 72


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This course focuses on the importance of sciences and their emergence in Islam; it deals with the sciences
of Arabic language, lexicography, biography and history. It also deals with the development of theoretical
sciences like medicine, geometry, arithmetic, astronomy, mechanics and botany as well as the influence of
the Muslim scientific achievements on Western civilization.
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technology, from multimedia PCs to the internet and beyond. It illustrates how digital devices and networks affect
our lives, our world, and our future. In addition, the course is intended to equip students with the necessary skills
to use computer and essential software applications effectively in order to better prepare them for their profes-
sional careers.


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College requirements consist of foundation and skill courses required of all community college students. The fol-
lowing table has the complete list of college requirements and the subsequent section includes the description of
these courses.
1211131 English for Specific Purposes (ESP) for Information Technology 3 None
1211121 Foundation Math 3 None


This is a preliminary course in the business administration field. It is designed to provide students with a ba-
sic understanding of the role of managers in modern organizations. The focus is on the managerial functions:
Planning, organizing, directing, and controlling organizational resources. Students are expected to learn various
techniques of leading and motivating employees, understanding organizational cultures, managerial ethics and
effective methods of communication. Prerequisite: None.
1211131 English for Specific Purposes (ESP) for Information Technology 3-0:3

The primary objective of this course is to provide sound and consistently structured explanations of the mathemat-
ical concepts Community College students need to understand and use in their fields of specialization. The course
covers sets, real numbers, fractions, exponents and radicals, polynomials, absolute value, equations, inequalities,
functions and their graphs, linear and quadratic functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, matrices, and
sequences as well as general applications. Prerequisite: None.
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III. IT Program Requirements
A. Mandatory Courses
The DIT core courses are listed in the table below.
1213114 Introduction to Programming 3
1213116 Introduction to Web Design 3 1213110
1213215 Database Applications 3 1213110
1213112 Graphics Applications 3
1213113 Basic Computer Organization 3 None
1213212 System Analysis and Design 3 1213219
1213213 Networks 1 3 1213110

1213114;
1213217 Advanced Web Design 3
1213116
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1213215;
1213219 Computer Applications Development 3
1213114
1213241 Professional, Social and Ethical Issues in Information Technology 3 Third Semester
Completing 54
1213295 Graduation Project 3
CrHrs
Completing 54
1213296 Field Training 0
CrHrs
1211122 Principles of Statistics 3 1211121
B. Elective Courses
As part of the program for the DIT, the student is required to study 9 credit hours of program elective courses.
Students should select with the help of their academic advisor from the program elective courses what best meet
their needs and aspirations.

1213117 Digital Video Manipulation 3
1213211 Computer Maintenance 3 1213113
1213214 Multimedia Design and Applications 3 1213112
1213218 Selected Topics in Information Technology 3 Third Semester
1213244 Introduction to Linux 3 1213213
1213216 Networks 2 3 1213213
1213248 Database Programming 3 1213215
1213246 Programming with C++ 3 1213219
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Study Plan
The Diploma program in Information Technology encompasses 72 credits hours that are spread over four semesters
and could be completed in two years. The following distribution of courses by semester facilitates student’s normal
progression through the study plan.
1211121 Foundation Math 3
1213114 Introduction to Programming 3
1213112 Graphics Applications 3
1213113 Basic Computer Organization 3

1211131 ESP for IT 3
1211111 Communication Skills in Arabic 3
1213213 Network 1 3
1213215 Database Applications 3
1213116 Introduction to Web Design 3
1213219 Computer Applications Development 3

1212111 Principles of Management 3
1213219 System Analysis and Design 3
1213217 Advanced Web Design 3
Program Elective 3
Program Elective 3

1204113 Man and The Environment 3
1211146 History of The Sciences Among Muslims 3
1213241 Professional, Social and Ethical Issues in Information Technology 3
1213295 Graduation Project 3
Program Elective 3
Program Elective 3
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Course Description
The courses offered by the Information Technology program are designated as (1213ABC), where ABC represents
the year, term and sequence as described in the College Section. Description of required courses that are offered by
other departments are given in the bulletin section of the corresponding department.

The required courses offered by the Information Technology program are described below.
1213114 Introduction to Programming 2-2:3

This course covers introductory concepts in computer programming using Visual Basic. It focuses on user inter-
faces; program structure, programming language syntax and implementation details, as well as algorithms are
introduced. Variables, constants, input and output handling, decision and looping constructs are presented as the
core of the course. Prerequisite: None.
1213116 Introduction to Web Design 2-2:3

This course is intended to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary for building and evaluating
web sites, it covers a range of topics including: basic building blocks of Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), web-
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sites building tools, creating web sites from scratch, presenting information in lists and tables, adding graphics to
websites, changing web pages layout. Prerequisite: 1213110.
1213215 Database Applications 2-2:3

In this course, the students are introduced to database management systems. The students will learn how to cre-
ate tables, queries, forms, reports and relationships. In addition, they will learn how to write macros to automate
common tasks; and the basics of securing a database. Prerequisite: 1213110.
1213112 Graphic Applications 2-2:3

The course teaches students the techniques used in graphics. The students lean to manipulate images, photos,
and pictures. The course also equips students the skills required to integrate the produced graphics with other
applications. Prerequisites: None.
1213113 Basic Computer Organization 2-2:3

This course introduces students to computer systems. Students will learn about the different hardware compo-
nents and their functions. In addition, they will learn how to measure the computer performance and how to
assemble the hardware components to build a complete PC that functions correctly. Students will learn about
systems software functions and types, and how to install system software and software applications. Prerequi-
site: None.
12113212 Systems Analysis and Design 2-2:3

The course aims at acquainting students with the basic concepts of information systems analysis and design. Stu-
dents will learn about the groups of people involved in systems development and the different methods, tools,
and techniques used in systems analysis and design. In addition, students will study the different types of system
development life cycle and the requirements for systems in order to design systems. The course also introduces
variety of new software used by analysts, designers to manage projects, analyze and document systems, design
new systems and implement their plans. Prerequisites: 1213110; 1213215.
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1213213 Networks 1 2-2:3
This course introduces the preliminary technologies of the computer networks. The principles of physical network
infrastructure, topologies, and media components are introduced. Building and designing a functional peer-to-
peer network is presented as the main cornerstone of this course. The students will be introduced to the LAN
technologies. The course covers the OSI model and the TCP/IP suite of protocols. The IP addresses, classes,
and subnetting will be covered. Basic tracing and testing of network connections will be discussed. Prerequisite:
1213113.
1213217 Advanced Web Design 2-2:3

The course presents some essential advanced Web programming topics which include: interactive web page de-
sign and user form manipulation, tools for data validation, passing data to web pages and web sites, building da-
tabase applications using SQL, maintaining application state and session state. Prerequisites: 1213116; 1213215.
1213219 Computer Applications Development 2-2:3

This course builds on the concepts taught in the course “Introduction to programming”. The course covers ad-
vanced topics in programming such as arrays, subroutines, strings, multimedia, and advanced controls, in addition
data manipulation in data files and databases. The course introduces students to develop small Smartphone ap-
plications. Prerequisite: 1213114; 1213215.
1213241 Professional and Ethical Issues in IT 3-0:3

This course introduces students to many professional and ethical issues related to the use of information technol-
ogy. Topics include: different ethical theories, security vs. privacy and civil liberties, copyright, email and spam,
morality of breaking law, protecting intellectual property, identity theft, and professional ethics. Prerequisite:
Third semester students.
1213295 Graduation Project 1-4:3

In this course the students will learn how to integrate and present their knowledge that they have gained through-
out their education. In addition, they will get the ability to identify, formulate and solve a problem and assess
alternative solutions. The project is a team project to improve students’ ability to work in a team. Prerequisite:
Completing 54 credits.
1213296 Field Training

This course aims to provide students with practical training which exposes them to real life work environments.
The training is carried out as a co-op with governmental agencies and local private industry. The course would
help the students to bridge between the knowledge acquired at the college and real life work environments. The
course leads the students to improve their skills and help them making career decisions. Prerequisite: Complet-
ing 54 credits.
1211122 Principles of Statistics 3-0:3

Data and Statistics. Tabular, graphical, and numerical Summaries. Introduction to probability. Simple linear Re-
gression and Correlation. Prerequisite: 1211121.
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Elective Courses
Descriptions of the technical elective courses are given below.
1213117 Digital Video Manipulation 2-2:3

This course teaches students how to use applied programs in digital media manipulation and how to build ap-
plications and to modify and manipulation films and pictures technologically. This course emphasizes to embed
video application from different venders with each other in order to get final product. Prerequisite: None.
1213211 Computer maintenance 2-2:3

This course teaches students the skills and knowledge necessary to configure, manage, maintain, and trouble-
shoot computer hardware and software. Prerequisite: 1213113.
1213218 Selected Topics in IT 2-2:3

The students will be introduced and have the opportunity to learn more advanced topics which will add a value
to their study. The course covers some selected topics in a chosen field which adds an additional knowledge to
the students in one of the computer science fields. The Topic depends on the interest of the instructor and those
of the senior interested students. Prerequisite: None.
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1213244 Introduction to Linux 2-2:3
This course provides a hands-on experience study of the Linux operating system. Topics include open source
software, Linux installation and system software, user and group administration, file system administration, wired
and wireless network configuration, and introduction to shell scripting. Prerequisite: 1213213.
1213216 Networks 2 2-2:3

The course builds on the concepts introduced in Networks 1 and introduces more advanced concepts with em-
phasis on hands-on experience. Topics includes: server installation with DHCP server, how to manage users and
groups, and how to configure clients to join a domain. The students will develop an understanding of the role
of the client/server model. The students will have the opportunity to configure an ad-hoc wireless network, and
be introduced to wireless network security. Additional topics will be presented and include: WAN networks, net-
works security, networks troubleshooting, and networks management. Prerequisite: 1213213.
1213248 Database Programming 2-2:3

This course teaches the students SQL programming that is used to develop relational database applications using
Microsoft SQL client/server database. Concepts to be covered include creating and modifying database tables
and data using SQL command-line environment. Additional topics involve creating queries, transaction manage-
ment, managing files, file groups, developing Windows and Web applications. Prerequisite: 1213245.
1213246 Programming with C++ 2-2:3

This course introduces students to programming in C++. The course emphasizes problem solving and includes a
lab component. Topics covered includes: control structures, arrays, and functions. Prerequisite: 1213219.
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DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE AND FINANCIAL SCIENCES
Personnel
Chairperson: Hanaa Elhabashy
Assistant Professors: Hanaa Elhabashy, Ismail Ben Douissa
Lecturers: Awad Elkarim El Tahir, Adel Mohammad AL Harahshah, Mustafa A. M. Yaghi, Adam
Yahya Gafeel, Nabila Fayad Dajani, EL Sadiq Ali Mohamed, Shadiah Bataineh
Mission
The mission of the Department of Administrative and Financial Sciences is to equip its students with essential
knowledge and key skills needed to meet the evolving requirements of the entry-level managerial and financial
positions in the UAE employment market.
Objectives
The Department of Administrative and Financial Sciences seeks:
1. To provide students with basic knowledge and with a wide range of generic skills related to the fields of account-
ing, business administration, and secretariat.
2. To enhance students’ communication and problem-solving skills and to encourage them to think critically and
creatively.
3. To improve students’ ability to work effectively in groups and in a diverse cultural context.
4. To integrate technology into curriculum in a way that reflects the latest development in business sectors that
meets the requirements of the labor market.
5. To provide students with the ability to achieve the highest level of success in their professional careers while
upholding Islamic and cultural values.
6. To encourage faculty and students to engage in research and in extracurricular activities that would serve the
internal and external communities.
Programs Offered
The Department offers two programs: Diploma in Business Administration and Diploma in Accounting.
DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

The Business Administration major has a vital role in helping students who wish to expand their career options with
the opportunity to join a variety of management fields. The Business Administration Department provides students
with the knowledge and applied skills to meet the requirements of social and economic needs. The department is
keen on providing the labor market with qualified and well-trained workforce to occupy middle- level administrative
positions in both public and private sectors.
The program of Business Administration exposes students to a variety of modern subjects in which they have to
complete 72 credit hours, 45 hours of which are devoted to the Business Administration major.
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In addition, students are required to complete a graduation project in the last semester before graduation and
twelve weeks of field training in public or private institutions. Moreover, this program is designed to enable the
students to work in groups and to apply effective communication and technical skills in line with the Islamic values.
It also enables graduates to continue their studies to obtain the Bachelor Degree (known as Bridging).
Program Outcomes
Upon completion of the program students will be able to:
1. Define the concepts and fundamentals of business administration and managerial functions.
2. Describe the scientific and technical knowledge of organization’s managerial and financial aspects.
3. Apply skills required for business administration and managerial functions in the decision making process.
4. Illustrate scientific and technical knowledge of the organization’s managerial and financial aspects.
5. Demonstrate the legislation and ethics governing work in the business administration field.
6. Evaluate a wide variety of business situations and make appropriate decisions upon them.
7. Use effective communication skills in both Arabic and English.
8. Practice team-work based activities.
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Graduates of the Business Administration program will be prepared to pursue careers in many fields such as:
• Administrative assistant
• Assistant manager in small or medium business projects
• Financial manager assistant
• Training coordinator for the managerial training programs
• Assistant manager in the fields of Advertising, Public Relations, and Human Resources Management
• Customer service employee and receptionist
• Sales representative
• Assistant inspector for quality assurance certificates auditors.
• Home-based business and electronic business manager.
• Organizational Development coordinator
• Designer of promotional campaigns.
• Inventory control supervisor.
• Projects coordinator.
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Program Overview
The program of Business Administration exposes students to a variety of modern subjects in which they have to
complete 72 credit hours, 45 hours of which are devoted to the Business Administration major.
Diploma in Business Administration

UR CR PR Total
Total 18 9 45 72


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This course focuses on the importance of sciences and their emergence in Islam; it deals with the sciences of
Arabic language, lexicography, biography and history. It also deals with the development of theoretical sciences
like medicine, geometry, arithmetic, astronomy, mechanics and botany as well as the influence of the Muslim
scientific achievements on Western civilization.

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technology, from multimedia PCs to the internet and beyond. It illustrates how digital devices and networks af-
fect our lives, our world, and our future. In addition, the course is intended to equip students with the necessary
skills to use computer and essential software applications effectively in order to better prepare them for their
professional careers.


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The student is required to study 9 credit hours of foundation and skill courses. The following table has the complete
list of college requirements.

1211130 ESP for Business Administration 3 None

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A. Mandatory Courses
The core courses are listed in the table below.

1212122 Principles of Accounting 3 None
1212114 Organizational Behavior 3 None
1212116 Principles of micro Economics 3 1211121
1212117 Principles of Macro Economics 3 1212116
1212213 Principles of Business Law 3 None
1212115 Self-Development Skills 3 None
1212215 Marketing Principles 3 1212111
1212217 Financial Management 3 1212122, 1211124
1212210 Human Resources Management 3 1212111
1212234 Management Information Systems 3 1213110; 1212111
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1212218 Small Projects Management 3 1212217; 1212215
1211125 Business Statistics 3 1211121
1212296 Field Training 3 Completing 54CrHrs
B. Elective Courses
The student is required to study 6 credit hours of program elective courses. The elective courses are listed in the
table below:

1212217 Financial Institutions 3 1212116
1212235 Consumer Behavior 3 1212215
1212216 Electronic Commerce 3 1212111
1212236 Operation and Supply Chain Management 3 1211124
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Study Plan
The Diploma program in Business Administration encompasses 72 credits hours that are spread over four semesters
and could be completed in two years. The following distribution of courses by semester facilitates student’s normal
progression through the study plan.

1213110 Introduction to Information Technology 3 None

1211111 Communication Skills in Arabic 3 None
1204113 Man and The Environment 3 None
1212215 Principles of Marketing 3 1212111
1212116 Principles of Microeconomics 3 1211121

1211212 Islamic Culture 3 None
1211147 Introduction to Psychology 3 None
1212217 Financial Management 3 1212122+1211124
1212218 Small Business Management 3 1212217 +1212215
1212117 Principles of Macroeconomics 3 1212116
Program Elective 3
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1212210 Human Resources Management 3 1212111
1212114 Organizational Behavior 3 None
1211146 History of Sciences Among Muslims 3 None
1213110
1212234 Management Information Systems 3
+121211
Completing 54
1212296 Field Training 3
CrHrs
Program Elective 3
Course Description
The courses offered by the Business Administration program are designated as (1212ABC), where ABC represents
the year, term and sequence as described in the College Section. Descriptions of required courses that are offered
by other departments are given in the bulletin section of the corresponding department.
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Course descriptions
The required courses offered by the Business Administration program are described below:

This course is designed to provide the student with a basic understanding of the role of managers in modern
organizations. The focus is on the managerial activities of planning, organizing, directing, and controlling organi-
zational resources. Students are expected to learn techniques of leading and motivating employees, designing
effective organizations, understanding organizational cultures, managerial ethics, and controlling resources. This
course is fully supported on blackboard
Pre-requisite: None
1212115 Self-development skills 3-0:3

1212116 Principles of Micro economics 3-0:3

This course emphasizes the application of basic Microeconomic concepts and principles to current economic
events. Students will study the principles of supply and demand, cost of production and profit- maximization.
In addition, we will examine the four key market structures as well as the role of government in the economy. A
combination of theory and practice will be emphasized. Prerequisite: 1211121 Foundation Math.
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1212117 Principles of Macro economics 3-0:3
This course is an introduction to macroeconomic principles. It focuses on some of the key aggregate economic
indicators, such as gross domestic product, inflation rate, unemployment rate. It also discusses supply and de-
mand models.
Prerequisite: 1212116 - Principles of Microeconomics.
1211125 Business Statistics 3-0:3

Business Statistics is a course that is designed to give students the basic tools of collecting, analyzing, presenting,
and interpreting data. In the business community, managers must make decisions based on what will happen to
such things as demand, costs, and profits. These decisions are an effort to shape the future of the organization. If
the managers make no effort to look at the past and extrapolate into the future, the likelihood of achieving suc-
cess is slim. In other words, there are four reasons why we need to understand statistics. Prerequisite: 1211121
- Foundation Math.
1212114 Organizational Behavior 3-0:3

The course covers a breadth of theories and applications dealing with topics such as perception, motivation, deci-
sion-making, team dynamics, negotiation, conflict management, and organizational culture. Prerequisite: None.
1212122 Principles of Accounting 3-0:3

This course gives students a clear background about the nature of accounting and its importance for decision
making. It helps the student to understand the accounting process, the generally accepted accounting principles,
and the way financial statements are prepared on the basis of accrual accounting. The course also includes ac-
counting for both cash and receivables. Prerequisite: None.
1212213 Principles of Business Law 3-0:3

This course is meant to provide a general introduction to the legal environment that affects individuals, busi-
nesses, and business transactions. In addition to providing a general introduction to the legal system, this course
focuses on specific legal topics. Students are supposed to gain an understanding of contract law, their rights and
responsibilities as citizens, utilization of financial transactions, agency law, business organizations and regulations
governing them, partnership, employment law, creditors’ rights and bankruptcy. Prerequisite: None.
1212215 Marketing Principles 3-0:3

The course aims at familiarizing students with the concept of “market”, its evolution, and what is meant by the
science of Marketing and its importance, the elements of the marketing mix (product, price, promotion, and
distribution), and how to segment the market. It also studies the consumer’s behavior.
1212217 Financial Management 3-0:3

The purpose of this course is to provide the students with the necessary information to draw a critical analysis
of the financial administration of a business. Included are; working capital management, risk and return analysis,
time value of money, financial planning, and financial statements analysis.
Prerequisite: 1212122; 1211124.
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1212210 Human Recourses Management 3-0:3
This course deals with the role and function of human resources management and help students appreciate the
necessity for sound human resource practices throughout the entire organization. The changing role of human
resource managers in the competitive environment is also analyzed and students are introduced to a variety of
practical skills through activities, class discussions, and projects.
Pre-requisite: 1212111 - Principles of Management.
1212218 Small Projects Management 3-0:3

The course seeks to introduce the notion and specifications of the small project, the type of its ownership, the
sources of its financing, and the factors that determine the selection of its location. In addition, it studies the
various processes of purchasing, storing, marketing, and accounting for the small project. Prerequisite: 1212217;
1212215.
1212211 Financial Institutions 3-0:3

This course focuses on financial institutions and markets. The many types of financial institutions ranging from
commercial banks to Islamic banks are compared and contrasted with an emphasis on the respective markets
served. The course also includes an introduction to selected financial institutions such as financial markets. Pre-
requisite: 1212116.
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1212296 Field Training 0-0:3
This course seeks to enable students to become familiar with the workplace and to acquire hands-on experience
by working as trainees in private and public business establishments. Field training is based on the notion of
‘learning through practice’ and on the association between the theoretical knowledge acquired in class and the
real-life situation of the workplace. This kind of training should ultimately lead to the perfection of students’ skills
and help them to choose their careers after graduation. Prerequisite: Completing 54 Credit Hours.
Elective Courses
Descriptions of the elective courses are given below.
1212234 Management Information Systems 3-0:3

This course aims at acquainting students with the overall and comprehensive meaning of management informa-
tion systems, the possibility of using the computer in accomplishing management objectives, and decision mak-
ing. It also helps the students to know the features and characteristics of information systems and its advantages
in management as well as in the data analysis of business administration. Moreover, it provides the students with
the knowledge, application, and improvement skills for management information systems. The course equally
aims at acquainting students with the knowledge of the expected performance of employees in management and
departments of management information systems. Prerequisite: 1213110; 1212111.
1212234 E-Commerce 3-0:3

The course seeks to get the students to know the notion of e-commerce and its basic elements, difference from
traditional commerce, merits, and international nature. It also aims at acquainting them with e-commerce pro-
tocols, the methods of using e-commerce, and electronic payment systems. The course reinforces this practically
through setting up Internet websites after having familiarized the students with the commercial, marketing and
promotional applications of the Internet as well as the international, legal and moral dimensions of e-commerce.
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1212235 Consumer behavior 3-0:3
Consumers are psychologically exposed to the components of marketing mix. The student studied the marketing
mix components in the course of principles of marketing. In this course the student will learn how consumers
are affected by these components. They will understand why consumers psychologically behave the way they
behave when they buy goods, services, or ideas. The student then will learn how to reflect this understanding into
more effective marketing mix decisions. Finally the student will learn how to predict consumers’ responses to the
marketing mix decisions. The course is a bridge from psychology to marketing. Between the marketing mix deci-
sions and the consumer behaviors, psychological responses intervene (perception, reasoning, feelings, learning,
memorization, etc). Prerequisite: 1212215.
1212236 Operations and Supply Chain Management 3-0:3

This module aims to allow the students to differentiate between production and operations management. It also
introduces the basic concepts, tools, and principles that are essential for the effective management of the various
business operations. Finally it integrates the different managerial decisions to develop and implement operations
strategies. Prerequisites: 12111124 – Business Statistics.
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DIPLOMA IN ACCOUNTING
Accounting is one of the most solicited specializations in the UAE job market as demonstrated by a study that was
conducted by a group of Community College researchers in 2006.
Community College diploma in accounting is an associate degree which aims at equipping students with the scien-
tific abilities and the professional qualifications they need to be able to stand competition and to have better job
opportunities.
The accounting curriculum comprises subjects needed by any student who plans to work in the accounting field or
seeks to carry on his/her university education to obtain a bachelor degree through what is commonly known as the
Bridging Program. As a matter of fact, the present accounting program enables students who meet the required
conditions of bridging to pursue their studies for a bachelor’s degree.
The accounting program students are exposed to a variety of modern subjects they are required to complete 72
credit hours thirty-three of which are devoted to the accounting specialization. All courses, as specified in the
below-listed descriptions, involve theory and practice and the student is required to complete a project at the end
of his/her academic study. Each student is also required to spend twelve weeks of training in the last academic term.
During this period, the student undertakes training in one of the public institutions, companies or state depart-
ments under the supervision of a field trainer and in coordination with an academic supervisor for each trainee.
The training session aims at providing the student with the opportunity to apply what he/she has acquired and to
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become able to work under pressure while facing the challenges of the various work circumstances. In addition to
the theoretical component, practical courses and training help to improve students’ skills and abilities to deal ef-
ficiently with managers, supervisors, colleagues, and customers.
Program Outcomes
Upon completion of the program students will be able to:
1. Define the concepts of accounting principles as required for internal and external accounting aspects.
2. Describe the scientific and technical knowledge required for processing the accounting data and analyzing
financial aspects.
3. Apply accounting skills required for interpretation of business information and decision making process.
4. Illustrate scientific and technical methods in processing the accounting data and analyzing financial aspects.
5. Appraise the legislations and ethics governing work in the accounting and auditing field.
6. Evaluate a wide variety of financial reports of organizations to take appropriate decisions upon them.
7. Use effective communication skills in both Arabic and English Languages.
8. Practice team-work based activities.
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Graduates from the Accounting program will be prepared to pursue careers in many fields such as:
• Accounting Assistant in the municipality, police, and other governmental units.
• Clerk in a bank.
• Assistant manager of purchasing and stores.
• Financial analyst and author of auditors.
• Assistant to the brokerage accounts.
• Human resources clerk.
• Assistant accountant in preparing budgets.
• Assistant inspector and assistant internal auditor.
Program Overview
The accounting program students are exposed to a variety of modern subjects and they are required to complete 72
credit hours, thirty-three of which are devoted to the accounting specialization. The distribution of the credit hours
among required categories is shown in the following table:
Diploma in Accounting
UR CR PR Total
Total 18 9 45 72

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This course focuses on the importance of sciences and their emergence in Islam; it deals with the sciences of
Arabic language, lexicography, biography and history. It also deals with the development of theoretical sciences
like medicine, geometry, arithmetic, astronomy, mechanics and botany as well as the influence of the Muslim
scientific achievements on Western civilization.

technology, from multimedia PCs to the internet and beyond. It illustrates how digital devices and networks affect
our lives, our world, and our future. In addition, the course is intended to equip students with the necessary skills
to use computer and essential software applications effectively in order to better prepare them for their profes-
sional careers.
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IV. College Requirements

The student is required to study 9 credit hours of foundation and skill courses. The following table has the complete
list of college requirements.


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II. Program Requirements

A. Mandatory requirements
The mandatory core courses are listed in the table below.

1211125 Business statistics 3 1211121
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1212217 Financial Management 3 1212122; 1212125
1212222 Cost Accounting 3 1212122
1212226 Management Accounting 3 1212122
1212123 Intermediate Accounting 1 3 1212122
1212233 Auditing principles 3 1212123
1212234 Computer Applications in Accounting 3 1212122
1212296 Field Training 3 Completing 54 CrHrs
B. Program Elective Courses

The student is required to study 6 credit hours of program elective courses. The elective courses are listed in the
table below:

1212221 Advanced Accounting 3 1212123
1212228 Governmental Accounting 3 1212122
1212235 Financial Statements Analysis 3 1212123
1212236 Accounting Information Systems 3 1212123
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Study Plan
The Diploma program in Accounting encompasses 72 credits hours that are spread over four semesters and could
be completed in two years. The following distribution of courses by semester facilitates student’s normal progres-
sion through the study plan.

1213110 Introduction to Information Technology 3 None
1211111 Communication Skills in Arabic 3 None
1204113 Man and The Environment 3 None
)Year 2, Semester 3 (18 Credits

# Course Tile CrHrs Prerequisites
1211212 Islamic Culture 3 None
1211147 Introduction to Psychology 3 None
1212217 Financial Management 3 1212122,1211125
1212226 Management Accounting 3 1212122
Program Elective 3
)Year 2, Semester 4 (18 Credits

# Course Title CrHrs Prerequisites
1211146 History of Sciences Among Muslims 3 None
1212222 Cost Accounting 3 1212122
1212223 Auditing Principles 3 1212123
1212234 Computer Applications in Accounting 3 1212122
1212296 Field Training 3 Completing 54 CrHrs
Program Elective 3
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Course Description
The courses offered by the Accounting program are designated as (1212ABC), where ABC represents the year, term
and sequence as described in the College Section. Description of required courses that are offered by other depart-
ments are given in the bulletin section of the corresponding department.
Required Mandatory Core Courses

The required courses offered by the Accounting program are described below.

This course is designed to provide the student with a basic understanding of the role of managers in modern
organizations. The focus is on the managerial activities of planning, organizing, directing, and controlling organi-
zational resources. Students are expected to learn techniques of leading and motivating employees, designing
effective organizations, understanding organizational cultures, managerial ethics, and controlling resources. This
course is fully supported on blackboard
Pre-requisite: None
1212122 Principles of Accounting 3-0:3
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This course gives students a background about the nature of accounting and its importance for decision making.
It helps them also understand the accounting process, the generally accepted accounting principles, and how to
prepare the financial statements based on the accrual basis of accounting. This course also includes accounting
for cash, property planet and equipment, receivables, and current liabilities. Prerequisite: None.
1212116 Principles of Micro-Economics 3-0:3

This course emphasizes the application of basic microeconomic concepts and principles to current economic
events. Students will study the principles of supply and demand, cost of production and profit- maximization.
In addition, we will examine the four key market structures as well as the role of government in the economy. A
combination of theory and practice will be emphasized. Prerequisite: 1211121.
1211125 Business Statistics 3-0:3

This is a course that is designed to give students the basic tools of collecting, analyzing, presenting, and interpret-
ing data. In the business community, managers must make decisions based on what will happen to such things as
demand, costs, and profits. These decisions are an effort to shape the future of the organization. If the managers
make no effort to look at the past and extrapolate into the future, the likelihood of achieving success is slim. In
other words, there are four reasons why we need to understand statistics. Prerequisite: 1211121.
1212213 Principles of Business Law 3-0:3

This course focuses on business law within the context of constitutional rights and civil law. Topics include legal
forms of business organization and ownership, contract and sales law, government regulation of business, agen-
cy and employment law, and laws relating to business, bankruptcy, finance, and banking. Prerequisite: None.

This course is designed to help students maximize their potential during their time at university. It will help them to
acquire important skills that are useful and necessary in life and work place. The course aims to enable students to
think creatively and constructively about personal, academic and career goals. Students are encouraged to identify
what success really means to them and to plan an effective path towards achieving their aims. The course depends
on structured, reflective and practical activities that develop essential skills and qualities. Pre-requisite: None.
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1212217 Financial Management 3-0:3
The purpose of this course is to provide the students with the necessary information to draw a critical analysis
of the financial administration of a business. Included are; working capital management, risk and return analysis,
time value of money, financial planning, and financial statements analysis.
Prerequisite: 1212122; 1211124.
1212222 Cost Accounting 3-0:3

This course is designed to help students understand what is mean by cost accounting, accounting for production,
cost elements, cost classifications. Also, students will study how to prepare cost schedules using the different cost
theories, how to allocate factory overhead using application rates, and help students what is meant by spoilage,
waste, defective units, scrap. Prerequisite: 1212122.
1212226 Management Accounting 3-0:3

This course is to help students understand the importance of managerial accounting in the decision making pro-
cess within the organization. Some selected topics include break–even analysis, static and flexible budgets, rel-
evant data, performance evaluation and transfer pricing. Prerequisite: 1212122.
1212123 Intermediate Accounting 1 3-0:3

This course focuses on the conceptual framework underlying financial reporting by business enterprises, the pro-
cesses by which authoritative accounting guidelines are promulgated, and the preparation, presentation, inter-
pretation, and use of financial statements. This course will enable the student to expand on his/her basic financial
accounting skills. An in-depth study of financial accounting will be covered, with concentration on recognition
and measurement of income. Asset accounting and the application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
(GAAP) to financial statements published for external distribution is also studied. Prerequisite: 1212122.
1212131 Intermediate Accounting 2 3-0:3

This is the second of two Intermediate Accounting courses, which cover the traditional financial accounting top-
ics as well as recent developments within the public accounting industry. The first course’s focus was on the
asset side of the balance sheet and the income statement. This course’s main focus will be on the liabilities and
shareholders’ equity side of the balance sheet as well as any related income statement items. In particular we
will focus on the accounting for liabilities, shareholder’s equity, earnings per share, corporate income taxes, ac-
counting changes and error analysis, statement of cash flows and basic statement analysis. Examples will be taken
from practice and pronouncements in order to support and illustrate discussions of financial accounting theory.
1212233 Auditing Principles 3-0:3

Auditing is an evaluation of a person, organization, system, process, project or product. Audits are performed to
ascertain the validity and reliability of information, and also provide an assessment of internal control systems.
The goal of an auditing is to express an opinion on the person, organization, system. This course is designed to
help students to understand what is auditing, its types and types of auditors. Also, students will study audit re-
ports, professional ethics, legal liability, audit responsibilities, audit evidence, audit planning, materiality and risk
and components of internal control. Prerequisite: 1212123.
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1212234 Computer Applications in Accounting 2-2:3
Computerized Applications in Accounting is a practical introduction to the utilization of an integrated accounting
package for microcomputers, including considerations necessary in choosing and implementing a computerized
accounting system. Students learn the differences between manual and computerized accounting systems and
will set up and use integrated computerized general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable, inventory,
depreciation and payroll applications, to maintain accounting records of a business and produce financial reports
including cash flow, horizontal and vertical analysis. Prerequisite: 1212122.
1212296 Field Training 0-0:3

During the period of Field Training, the students are employed and supervised by firms and Academic supervi-
sors. They participate in various types of Managerial and Financial work in accordance with a plan approved by
the department and the college. A student must complete 180 working hours of training during regular working
hours of the firm. Students are also required to submit a final report of their training program. Students are able
to take this Course in the Last Year. Prerequisite: Completing 54 credit hours.
Elective Courses
Descriptions of the elective courses are given below:
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1212221 Advanced Accounting 3-0:3
This course aims at covering the conceptual and practical aspects of accounting for some advanced topics in
financial accounting and reporting for corporations. It covers financial accounting for investments, business com-
binations, consolidated financial statements and related issues, accounting for foreign currency transactions and
partnerships. Prerequisite: 1212123.
1212228 Governmental Accounting 3-0:3

This course introduces the theory and concepts underlying financial accounting, control, and reporting in govern-
mental and non-profit organizations. The course covers fund accounting, budget and control issues, revenue and
expense recognition, and issues of reporting for both government and non-profit entities. Prerequisite: 1212122.
1212235 Financial Statements Analysis 3-0:3

The course aims to provide students with an understanding of the use of the financial statements and to develop
skills in the analysis of financial statements for economic decision-making. Students will develop expertise in ana-
lyzing financial statements for investments, credit, business and management decisions. We will also learn how
investment professionals and analysts identify potential opportunities and avoid pitfalls for senior management
decision-making. Prerequisite: 1212123.
1212236 Accounting Information System 3-0:3

This course provides basic knowledge of how accounting information systems function in business organizations.
Transactions flowcharting and internal controls of the revenue, expenditure and conversion cycle are covered in
details. Attention is also focused on rational databases. Prerequisite: 1212123.
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FACULTY LIST 2017-2018
DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE AND FINANCIAL SCIENCES

• Dr. Hanaa Elhabashy, Assistant Professor , Ph.D. 2004, University of Dundee, UK, Accounting
• Dr. Ismail ben Douissa, Assistant Professor, Ph.D., 2013, University of Tunis, Tunis; Finance.
• Adam Yahya Gafeel, Lecturer, M.Sc., 2001, University of Kartoum, Sudan; Business Administration.
• Nabila Dajani, Lecturer , M.Sc., 1993, University of Jordan, Jordan; Business Administration (Marketing).
• Adel Mohammad Tawfiq, Lecturer , M.Sc., 1999, University of Al Albaeit, Jordan; Finance and Banking.
• Shadiah Bataineh, Lecturer , MBA, 2002, American University of Sharjah, UAE; Business Administration.
• Elsadiq Ali Hasan, Lecturer M.Sc., 1998, University of Prune, India; Accounting.
• Mustafa Yaghi, Lecturer , M.Sc., 2001, Middlesex University, UK; Business Information Systems.
• Awad EL Karim, Lecturer M.Sc., 1996, University of Gaziera, Sudan; Accounting and Finance.
DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

• Dr. Emad Abd El Aziz Gaballa, Assistant Professor ,Ph. D., 1994, Wayne State University, USA.
• Dr. Tarek El-Sakka, Assistant Professor ,Ph. D., 2010, Al-Azhar University, Egypt.
• Dr. Allaoua Maamir, Assistant Professor , Ph. D, 1994, Wayne State University, USA.
• Jamal abu Hassan, Lecturer, M.Sc., 2005, University of Sharjah, UAE.
• Ruba Al-Haj, Lecturer, M.Sc., 2005, University of Sharjah, UAE.
• Hanan Nihad, Lecturer , MSc, 1992, University of Baghdad, Iraq.
• Ahmad Sabri, Lecturer , MSc, 1999, University of Saddam, Iraq.
• Amjed Seliaman, Lecturer , MSc, 2003, California State University.
• Ahmed Adam, Lecturer , MSc, 2000, Sudan University of Science & Technology, Sudan
• Motasem Alhamdan, Lecturer, M.Sc., 2002, AL-Albayt University, Jordan
• Manal Mohamed, Lecturer, M.Sc., 2003, University of Khartoum, Sudan
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• Abdelhakim Meslem, Assistant Professor, PhD, 1987, University of Michigan, USA.
• Khaled besbes, Assistant Professor, PhD, 1999, University of Tunis I, Tunisia.
• Mokdad Frioui, Assistant Professor, PhD, 2014, Emir Abdelkader University, Algeria.
• Fatima Al-Omar, Lecturer, M.Sc. 1987, University of Aleppo, Syria.
• Ahmed Samarrai, Lecturer, M.Sc. 1999, University of Yarmouk, Jordan.
• Abdelmonim Ali, Lecturer, M.Sc. 1991, University of Alexandria, Egypt.
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• Ala Hilal, Lecturer, M.Sc., 1996, University of London, UK.
• Abdelmonim Ali, Lecturer, M.Sc. 1991, University of Alexandria, Egypt.
• Walid Abdullatif Khader Salameh, Visiting Lecturer, M.Sc.
Department of Law
• Safwan Khalil, Assistant Professor, PhD, 2008, Univeristy of Lyon2, France.
• Abu Baker Ahmed Utheman, Assistant Professor, PhD, 2012, University of Mosul, Iraq.
• Fatmah Hamdan Rashed AL Dhanhani, Assistant Professor.
• Hafiz Gaffar Ibrahim Ismail, Assistant Professor, PhD, 2009, Al-Neelain University, Sudan.
• Karima Krim, Assistant Professor, PhD.
• Omar Abdel Majid Musbih, Assistant Professor, PhD.
• Sinan Al Shattnawi, Assistant Professor, PhD, 2012, University De Reims, France.
• Ahmed Moutafa El Dabousi EL Sayed, Visiting Assistant Professor, PhD, 2008, Mansoura University, Egypt.
• Yassine Ahmad Saroor Al Qudah, Visiting Assistant Professor, PhD.
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• Mohammed Sulaiman Mohammed AL Ahmed, Visiting Professor, PhD.
• Fatima Mohammed Ahmed Abdulla, Master, Lecturer, 2015 University of Sharjah.
• Jihane Akbib, Visiting Instructor, Master.
• Waleed Mohammed Abdullah AL Saadi, Visiting Lecturer, Master.
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Diploma in Administrative and Financial Sciences – Business Administration

Diploma in Administrative and Financial Sciences – Accounting

Diploma in Library and Information Systems

Diploma in Food Safety

Diploma in Environmental Health and Safety

Diploma in Dental Laboratory Technology

1211212 Islamic Culture 3

Domain 2: Languages (3 Credits)

1211111 Arabic Language (for Speakers of Arabic) 3

Domain 3: IT or Mathematics (3 Credits)

Domain 4: Literature and Humanities (3 Credits), according to the selected program

1206246 Human Rights in Islam and International Declarations 3

Domain 5: Applied Sciences, 3 Credits

1204113 Man and the Environment 3

Domain 6: Social Sciences and Education (3 Credits)

1211147 Introduction to Psychology 3

1211212 Islamic Culture 3-0:3

1211146 History of the Sciences among the Muslims 3-0:3

1211111 Arabic Language 3-0:3

1213110 Introduction to Information Technology 2-2:3

1204113 Man and the Environment 3-0:3

1211147 Introduction to Psychology 3-0:3

Course Title Credits Prerequisite

* Depending on the specialization.

Descriptions of the courses are given below.

1212111 Principles of Management 3-0:3

12111 xx* English for Specific Purposes (ESP) 3-0:3

* Depending on the specialization.

12111xx* Foundation Math 3-0:3

* Depending on the specialization.

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Course Title CrHrs Prerequisites

II. College Requirements

Course Title CrHrs Prerequisites

Course # Title CrHrs Prerequisites

Year I, Semester 1 (18 Credits)

Year 2, Semester 3 (18 Credits)

Year 2, Semester 4 (18 Credits)

1211111 Arabic Language 3-0:3

1213111 Computer Skills 2-2:3

1211121 Foundation Math 3-0:3

12131151 Internet and Comp. Applications 3-0:3

College Requirements Courses

1204110 Introduction to Medical and Health Sciences Disciplines 1-0-0:1

1204111 General Biology 2-0-0:2

1204112 General chemistry 2-3-0: 3

1204120 General Microbiology 2-0-0:2

Mandatory Core Courses

1204220 Introduction to Environmental Health Sciences 3-0-0:3

1204221 Epidemiology and Biostatistics 3-0-0:3

1204211 Water and Wastewater Sanitation 2-3-0:3

1204212 Occupational Health and Safety 2-0-3:3

1204213 Health Education 3-0-0:3

1204320 Vector Control 2-0-3:3

1204310 Food Microbiology 2-3-0:3

1204311 Food Processing 2-0-3:3

1204322 Meat Quality and Safety 2-3-3:4

1204323 Dairy Sanitation 2-3-0:3

1204324 Food Waste Management 2-0-3:3