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QUESTIONNAIRE:
TEMPLATE FOR A
SELF-STUDY REPORT
2021-2022 Review Cycle
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<Jazan University>
<Jazan – KSA>
CONFIDENTIAL
The information supplied in this Self-Study Report is for the confidential use of ABET and its
authorized agents, and will not be disclosed without authorization of the institution concerned,
except for summary data not identifiable to a specific institution.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
A. Contact Information
List name, mailing address, telephone number, fax number, and e-mail address for the
primary pre-visit contact person for the program.
B. Program History
Include the year implemented and the date of the last general review. Summarize major
program changes with an emphasis on changes occurring since the last general review.
Since the inauguration of Jazan Economic City by the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques
in November 2006 there has been an increasing demand for professional technicians in a
variety of fields to cover the needs of heavy industries and other secondary industries. In
view of this, the establishment of colleges in neighboring areas will meet Saudi sation plans
and in turn, produce highly qualified technicians who have the developed skills and
competencies to bridge the gap between supply and demand regarding qualified technicians.
As a final stage, the college name has been changed from Baish Community College to
College of Applied Industrial Applications (CAIT) on 12/5/1439 (29/01/2018) such that the
name is aligned with Vision 2030 and compatible with its graduates disciplines.
The first intake of students was admitted in 2015 with the graduation of this cohort expected
in 2018 with an Associate of Science in the field of Electrical Power Engineering
Technology (EPET) and having completed a study plan of 92 credit units. This is
It is worth noting that according to the decree of the Ministry of Higher Education No.
59480/4/42 and the decree of JU Council No. 8/5/1442, the “Associate of Science” degree
had been modified and upgraded to be “Graduate Diploma” degree to comply with the Saudi
Standard Classification of Educational Specializations. The decree was in action since the
start of Academic Year 2020/2021 (Fall 20211).
The curriculum of study is designed to give the student adequate and equally balanced units
in the discipline of EPET through a combination of compulsory and elective courses that are
indispensable for students and which provide the engineering technology foundation for the
graduates. It is of note that the curriculum of study takes into consideration the critical
importance of English language and communication skills to the skill sets required in the
workplace. English Language Institute (ELI), Jazan University, provides teaching for labs
and workshops.
CAIT/EPET program offers a blend of theoretical and practical knowledge together with the
practical cooperative training (COOP for unsponsored students and On-the-Job “OJT” for
sponsored students), with the goal of meeting the needs of our industrial partners in the field
of Mechanical Engineering Technology.
College of Applied Industrial Applications (CAIT) is an entity within Jazan University (JU).
While it has its own distinct vision, mission, and mission statement, which are reviewed
concomitantly with the mission and vision of Jazan University to ensure relevance.
Finally MMET/CAIT is to be able to supply well qualified and trained graduates, enabling
companies to tap into a work force already located in the catchment area of the economic
city. EPET program offered is this identified to supply industrial manpower to the area and
which will allow our graduates ready access to the workplace. CAIT aims to establish
partnerships in the future with industrial concerns locating to the economic city. The
importance of partnerships and collaboration with industry is stressed in the strategic goals as
presently defined. The program’s goals and objectives reflect those strategic goals.
Four Program Reports (PRs) were issued to evaluate and revise program students outcomes
(SOs). The first two PRs were issued at academic years 2017/2018 and 2018/2019, for which
the program was complied with NCAAA, whereas the last two PRs were issued at academic
years 2019/2020 and 2020/2021, for which the program is adapted to comply with both
ABET and NCAAA.
Therefore, the last and the fourth EPET/PR has been issued at the end of academic year
2020/2021 (Spring Semester 20212) for which the second batch of students comply with
ABET has been graduated. The main challenges were found to be the online teaching and
regular online meeting of Industrial Advisory Board (IAB) due to COVID-19. These
challenges are going to be overcome by the starting of the next academic year 2021/2022.
The duration of study of the EPET program is three (3) years, all in the English language.
They are the preparatory, freshman, and sophomore years. COOP is compulsory in the
summer semester of the freshman year for eight (8) weeks. During the preparatory year,
students mainly study English language (14 credit units), in addition to some basic
mathematics and science, as well as some basic skills related to Engineering Technology. It
is worth noting that English Language is conducted in quarterly basis (8 weeks), for which 5
levels are introduced to the students through three semesters (Fall, Spring, and Summer). The
other two years (freshman and sophomore) are specialized years and allocated mainly to the
major courses, which depends upon the Electrical Engineering Technology (EET)
department requirements, as well as some other generalized courses of humanities and skills.
The courses of the EPET program are delivered on CAIT/JU campus via interactive lectures
and laboratory. However due to COVID19, Jazan University urges all colleges, including
CAIT, to use Blackboard as a Learning Management System for courses delivery of all
programs. During Academic year 2019/2020, the spring semester had been conducted
virtually, for lecture and labs, by means of Blackboard, however, during Academic year
2020/2021, both semesters, fall and spring, had been conducted virtually for lectures classes
only whereas the labs were conducted in presence inside the lab.
Next academic year 2021/2022, all course (lectures and labs) will be conducted in presence,
taking all the precautions into consideration.
E. Program Locations
Include all locations where the program or a portion of the program is regularly offered (this
would also include dual degrees, international partnerships, etc.).
Regarding College Vision, Mission, and Goals, as well as some other services for the
students
https://www.jazanu.edu.sa/bcc/en/home-en/
Regarding the study in the college and admission, as well as college hierarchy
https://www.jazanu.edu.sa/bcc/en/about-organization-en/
Regarding EET Department, and its Vision, Mission, and Goals
https://www.jazanu.edu.sa/bcc/en/eet-en/
Regarding EPET Program; PEOs, SOs, Vision, Mission, etc
https://www.jazanu.edu.sa/bcc/en/epet-program-en/
CRITERION 1. STUDENTS
For the sections below, attach in supplemental information any written policies that apply.
A. Student Admissions
Summarize the requirements and process for accepting new students into the program.
College Admission
The student should have Saudi nationality. In case of the non-Saudi student, their mother
should carry Saudi nationality.
The students must be graduated from high school (Science Section).
The students should not have been graduated for more than two years before admission.
The student may not have been dismissed from the university or another university for
disciplinary reasons.
Admission is allowed in the case of high-school grade average not less than 60%.
The students should pass any other requirements which may be set by the college.
In coordination with the Admission and Registration Deanship, the college has the right
to transfer any student to another college, in case if GPA less than 3.0 in his first
preparatory year, according to the availability of the university tuition. A pledge is taken
by the student regarding this action.
Students are distributed to departments after the preparatory year, according to their
desire, their GPA, and available seats.
Please visit https://www.jazanu.edu.sa/bcc/en/about-organization-en/ for further information.
The above admission requirements are general and comply with JU admission requirements.
Also, since the college still in its initial phase and the number of students still under the real
capacity of the college, no special requirements are applied. Finally, in order to keep balance
between EPET program and other programs in CAIT, the program admission depends on
both students request and GPA.
Major Selection
Students select EPET program after Preparatory Year, according to the available seats as
follows:
1- their major selection
2- their GPA
Assessment is a process that helps to measure the progress and performance of individual
students, plan further steps for the improvement of teaching/learning, and share information
with the students, as well as evaluation the learning outcomes of each student. Gathering
information on where students stand in their learning and the progress that they have made is
key to designing strategies for the further improvement of teaching and learning. Sharing
such information with stakeholders across the education system is essential to meet
information needs and support decision making at the classroom, school and education
system level.
The assessment processes in the courses of EPET program is collected in a planned and
systematic way. It includes summative and formative assessment, and it is designed and
implemented internally within the EET Department.
Both assessments are designed to fit for the intended purpose and ensure:
1- Validity to guarantee that all relevant aspects of student performance are covered by the
assessment.
2- Reliability to ensure that the assessment is accurate and not influenced by the instructor.
3- Transparency to ensure that information is available and the criteria that used in judging
student learning and the rules being applied when judgments are made.
4- Usability to ensure timely, easy to understand, and instructionally useful, at the right size
to guide subsequent decision making and action.
Since the students are usually work on different activities and demonstrate their knowledge
through a variety of products, instructors evaluate student performance using one of the
following methods:
1- Rubrics: For which a set of guidelines that defines the criteria are used to score the
assignment. Rubrics clearly outlines the points the student will receive based on the
quality of his work. Rubrics are given to the students in advance to help them understand
the requirements and expectations for the assignment.
2- Portfolios/Projects/Presentations: This is an individual work that represents a student’s
performance over a period of time. This type of assessment allows instructors to evaluate
student’s mastery of the content or a skill more accurately than a single assessment such
as a test that captures one moment in time.
3- Self-assessment/Survey (Indirect Assessment): Student self-assessment is the process
of students using specific criteria to evaluate and reflect on their own work. In doing so,
students become more responsible for their own learning and may be more prepared to
work with the instructor to develop individual learning outcomes. For students to
effectively evaluate their own work, instructors should provide them criteria/survey to
evaluate themselves against.
The primary purpose of CAIT’s Academic Advising Unit (AAU/CAIT) is to assist students
in the achievement of learning outcomes and educational plans that had been set. The
ultimate responsibility for making decisions about educational life relies, of course, on each
individual student. The academic advisor can help students realize their maximum
educational potential by helping them identify and assess alternatives and consequences of
decisions. This can be accomplished through communication and information exchanges
with the advisor.
Academic Advising plays a crucial role in CAIT, it empowers students to take ownership of
their education, beginning with their arrival and continuing through their three years at
CAIT. Students are assigned a an adviser who will help orient them to the educational
opportunities at CAIT and facilitate thoughtful planning in their educational life (coursework,
research, and learning opportunities) on and off campus to finish their pathway towards
graduation.
At CAIT, education is not only about fulfilling learning outcomes but also about charting a
meaningful educational trajectory through the compulsory and elective courses. This free
education is meant to facilitate students’ development and freedom. Academic Advising
works to design a program of study for the students that develop their strong intellectual and
practical skills, the capacity to engage with diverse communities, breadth of knowledge, and
flexibility of mind, and above all, the ability to put these skills into practice.
The duties of Academic Advising Unit (AAU) may be summarized in the following points:
1- AAU must collaborate with colleagues and departments across CAIT College and JU to
promote student learning and development, persistence, and success.
2- Advisors must engage students in the shared responsibility of academic advising.
3- Advisors must provide and inform student with all choices and decisions about academic
work and about educational, and career.
4- Advisors should inform students that the ultimate responsibility for making decisions
relies on him.
5- Academic advisors should offer advising sessions which should be convenient and
accessible to the student, employing the use of traditional in-person or telephone
interactions as appropriate. Advising information sessions may be carried out
individually or in groups, depending on the needs of the student and always with the
student's consent.
Policies and procedures, as well as forms are all exists in the college webpage at
https://www.jazanu.edu.sa/bcc/en/academic-advising-en/
In addition to career guidance through academic advising, there are two events conducted to
guide the students through their career. The first event, usually at the Fall semester, is the
orientation lecture for new comers, for which an overall view about CAIT and its majors are
presented to the PY students. Then, the second event, usually at the Spring semester, is the
career day for all CAIT students, for which all students are exchanging their experiences and
the instructors from every major introduces their career, as well as guests from industrial
sector who contribute with their experience and answer students’ misgivings.
Not Applicable
The candidates of the Graduate Diploma1 (GD) in Electrical Power Engineering Technology
(EPET/GD) degree are required to earn a minimum of 2.00 cumulative Grade Point Average
(GPA), for 92 credit units, to fulfill the graduation requirements, to conform to the general
regulations and requirements of the institution (Jazan University), to satisfy the regulations
and academic standards of the colleges which exercise jurisdiction over the degrees for
which they are matriculating, to satisfy the curriculum requirements established by the
departments or programs in their major, and to complete the University's Core Curriculum
requirements, which are listed within the program's curriculum outline.
The details of credit units and contact hours for EPET program is as follows:
Cr Units Cont Hrs
University Requirements
Islamic Culture III 2 2
1 Course
University requirements 2 2
College Requirements
English Language 21 63
College Basic Skills 4 7
Sciences and Mathematics 22 Courses 20 25
Basic Engineering 9 17
College requirements 54 112
Department and EPET Program Requirements
Basic Electrical and Electronics 7 13
Electrical Machines 9 14
Power Systems 4 6
Electives 14 Courses 12 17
Field Training 2 40
Project 2 5
Program Requirements 36 95
1
It is worth noting that according to the decree of the Ministry of Higher Education No. 59480/4/42 and the decree
of JU Council No. 8/5/1442, the “Associate of Science” had been modified and upgraded to be “Graduate Diploma”
to comply with the Saudi Standard Classification of Educational Specializations. The decree was in action since the
start of Academic Year 2020/2021 (Fall 20211).
Also, regarding the program requirement and degree achievement; please refer to the
Program Specification of the EPET program (EPET/PS) at the following link:
https://www.jazanu.edu.sa/bcc/media/sites/28/2020/06/01-MMET-PS-20201.pdf?x91271
Moreover, all the above information are assembled in the curriculum guide at the college
webpage via the following link:
https://www.jazanu.edu.sa/bcc/media/sites/28/2020/07/1-CAIT_EPET-Program.pdf?x91271
The program name and degree awarded must be shown in English exactly as they appear on
the Request for Evaluation accepted by ABET. (See 2021-22 APPM, Section 1.C.2.b)
to comply with the Saudi Standard Classification of Educational Specializations. The decree was in action since the
start of Academic Year 2020/2021 (Fall 20211).
A. Mission Statement
Provide the institutional mission statement.
JU mission components
However the vision, college message and goals may be found in the home page of CAIT
webpage at: https://www.jazanu.edu.sa/bcc/en/home-en/
Also it is existed in the Students’ Bulletin which may be found at the following link:
https://www.jazanu.edu.sa/bcc/media/sites/28/2021/06/0000-CAIT_Executive-
Regulations.pdf?x91271.
In terms of vision and mission of the department, it may be seen via the EET department
webpage at: https://www.jazanu.edu.sa/bcc/en/eet-en/. However, the vision and mission of
the EPET program may be found in the program webpage at:
https://www.jazanu.edu.sa/bcc/en/epet-program-en/
it is also listed in the curriculum guide of the EPET program via the following link:
https://www.jazanu.edu.sa/bcc/media/sites/28/2020/07/1-CAIT_EPET-Program.pdf?x91271
1. Graduates will meet employers' expectation in Electrical Power by undertake active roles
in the development of their technical community and ensure promotion in their
professional positions and community.
2. Graduates will acquire development in their profession, by continuous and life-long
learning activities, in order to address contemporary issues in electrical power
engineering technology, in ethical and professional manner.
3. Graduates will communicate effectively and work independently or in diverse teams with
ethical responsibility and respect of diversity.
Achieve academic
CAIT Mission
excellence and prepare To service the industrial needs of Jazan
graduates to become and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with
regional and national well-qualified technicians, through the
leaders in business, provision of high-quality technical
industry, health, education, programs and strategic partnerships
and government
JU Mission
D. Program Constituencies
List the key program constituencies involved in the review of the program educational
objectives. Describe how the program educational objectives meet the needs of these
constituencies.
2- Students, through
a- Alumni survey (PEOs-Alumni Survey)– in progress
Alumni input will be sought three years after graduation from the start of the program
to judge whether what they learned from the program allowed them to perform as
expected. This survey is still in progress and will be implemented at the end of
academic year 2020/2021, since the first patch had been graduated in academic year
2017/2018. This survey will based on criteria which created to revise each PEO of
EPET program.
3- Employers, through
a- Employer survey (PEOs-Employer Survey) –in progress
Employer input will be sought three years after graduation from the program to
evaluate employer satisfaction. This survey is still in progress and will be
implemented at the end of academic year 2020/2021, since the first patch had been
graduated in academic year 2017/2018. This survey will be based on criteria which
created to revise each PEO of EPET program. This PEOs-Employer Survey with
other surveys together with SOs direct assessment are used as feedback for IAB to
revise PEOs and take action in 3 years cycle.
b- Industry Advisory Board meetings – in progress
The board consists of industry members, program academics, JU admin. The Board
represents industry for the Electrical Engineering Technology (EET) Department. It
consists of engineers, engineering managers, and business leaders from local industry.
It is an advisory council that serves the department. The primary charter of this group
is to
Provide advice and counsel on curriculum,
faculty-industry interaction, outcomes assessment and program development,
The first revision of PEOs had been conducted Spring 20211, for which PEOs had
been approved by the participants of IAB. The next meeting of IAB will be held at
the next academic year Fall semester (20221) for further revision for PEOs.
It is worth noting that PEOs for the program will be reviewed in 3 years cycle,
thereafter.
Students
Constituency #2
Course 1
Workshops
CS CR CLO of
Course 1
CS CR CLO of
Curriculum
Committee
(PEOs)
Faculty
Course 2
Constituency #1
College
Course n
Council
CS CR CLO of
Course n
Constituency #3
Employers
Employer Industry
Survey Advisory Board
Employer
PEOs Survey
The key program constituencies involved in the process of review
the program educational objectives (PEOs)
While not required, a table illustrating the following may be helpful to summarize the
review process:
Key Constituents involved in the review of PEOs
Time table for those constituent’s review of the PEOs (schedule and when last
accomplished)
Manner of the Review (tool or process)
Who/how review results are utilized
Also, it is helpful to provide information about how the processes described above are
documented, evidence of which will be necessary in the ABET review process.
The program educational objectives (PEOs) of EPET program are reviewed on annual basis
with both:
1- The Electrical Engineering Technology (EET) faculty and
2- The Industrial Advisory Board (IAB)
The first meeting of IAB had been conducted at the end of academic year 2020/2021
(Spring 20212), for which PEOs had been approved and revised by the participants of
IAB. The next meeting of IAB will be held at the next academic year 2021/2022 (Fall
20221) for further revision for PEOs
However revising PEOs is conducted in annual basis, any action regarding improving the
PEOs takes place in 3 years cycle.
At the end of the Academic year 2020/2021 (20212), the Graduate PLOs (SOs) Survey,
Alumni PEOs Survey (in progress), and Employer PEOs Survey (in progress) will be
conducted for PEOs feedback of EPET program. The table shows the contribution of
Students Outcomes SOs of the EPET program with PEOs which would help in mapping the
PLOs (SOs) revision to the PEOs of the EPET program.
Contribution of PEOs with the Students Outcomes SOs of the EPET program
PEOs
Students Outcomes of the program SOs
1 2 3
K.1. An ability to demonstrate a broad and coherent body of knowledge, with
depth in the underlying principles and concepts in the discipline
S.1. An ability to apply knowledge, techniques, skills, and modern tools of
mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to solve well-defined
engineering problems appropriate to the discipline,
Employer
PEOs Survey
Revising PEOs of EPET Program
It shall be the College Council and the Industrial Advisory Board (IAB) which approve the
guidelines for action and establish the criteria for the organization of the educational
activities according to the proposal submitted by Department Curriculum Committee after
approval from the Department Council, for which:
The Curriculum could be changed.
Formatting of the faculty for the program.
The Quality Assurance Unit QAU/CAIT as a delegated unit of the college council acts as
internal auditor therefore monitoring and evaluating the results of the improvement plan, and
the performance of CAIT.
The timeline for the review of PEOs of EPET program may be summarized as follows:
1- At the end of each semester
Students’ Surveys (CES, CLOS, SES, FES) – Semester Basis.
The faculty conduct these surveys to their students in order to improve their CLOs. A
course specification (CS) is set for each course, then at the end of each semester a course
report (CR) for each course is submitted to EET department, for which the results of
these surveys are included. This consequently will develop the mapped PLOs which are
served by each of these courses. Improving PLOs will, in return, improve the PEOs due
to the contribution of PLOs to the PEOs.
The curriculum committee also report to the EET department about possible overlap, if
any, among courses in terms of the content, and other potential problems arising from the
planning of these, such as exams, contents or sequences of subjects, distribution of
workload for the students throughout the semester, etc.
The Quality Assurance Unit QAU/CAIT conducts these surveys to the graduates to
improve the PLOs of the EPET program. According to the program specification (PS)
and these surveys, the program report is submitted to EET department. Improving PLOs
will, in return, improve the PEOs due to the contribution of PLOs to the PEOs.
On the start of the program, 2015/2016, the SOs had been established to cover the domains of
the NQF3 to comply with NCAAA4. After 2 years, the curriculum committee advised to
update these SOs to comply with ABET, while still covering the NQF domains. The updated
SOs had been proposed by the curriculum committee and approved by the Department
council on the start of academic year 2017/2018 (Fall 20181). Since then, the SOs are:
SO ABET NQF/NCAAA
1. An ability to demonstrate a broad and coherent body
Compatible
of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles --
(K)
and concepts in the discipline
2. An ability to apply knowledge, techniques, skills, and
modern tools of mathematics, science, engineering, Compatible
Compatible
and technology to solve well-defined engineering (S)
problems appropriate to the discipline,
3. An ability to design solutions for well-defined
technical problems and assist with the engineering Compatible
Compatible
design of systems, components, or processes (S)
appropriate to the discipline
4. An ability to apply written, oral, and graphical
communication in well-defined technical and non- Compatible
Compatible
technical environments; and an ability to identify and (S)
use appropriate technical literature
5. An ability to conduct standard tests, measurements,
Compatible
and experiments and to analyze and interpret the Compatible
(S)
results
6. An ability to function effectively as a member of a
Compatible
technical team, a commitment to quality, timeliness, Compatible
(V)
and continuous improvement
7. An ability to engage in self-directed continuing Compatible
--
professional development (V)
“K”, “S”, and “V” denote the “Knowledge”, “Skills”, and “Values of the NQF of NCAAA.
All courses in the program should have CLOs which are mapped with these SOs with a
predefined Level of Learning (LoL). The SOs and their mapping with program courses are
all programmed in an Excel spreadsheet and distributed to all faculty members who
participate in teaching courses to ensure delivering of courses in a way which serve the
outcomes of the program.
3
NQF stands for the National Quality Framework of Saudi Arabia. These NQF had been updated 2021 to be
“Knowledge”, “Skills” and “Values”.
4
NCAAA stands for National Commission for Academic Accreditation and Assessment.
The above mapping may be found in the Program Specifications (PS) and can be downloaded
via the following link:
https://www.jazanu.edu.sa/bcc/media/sites/28/2020/06/01-EPET-PS-20201.pdf?x91271
5
The Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs), or Students Outcomes (SOs), have three main categories; they are
Knowledge (K.1), Skills (S.1, S.2, S.3, and S.4), and Values (V.1 and V.2). These are the categories of National
Quality Framework (NQF) of Saudi Arabia. These PLOs, or SOs, are corresponding to Students Outcomes (SOs),
SO1, SO2, SO3, SO4, SO5, SO6, and SO7.
These assessment values of the CLOs are accordingly aligned with the PIs for the
corresponding SOs for each course. Summing up the PIs of each SO, taking into
consideration the Level of Learning (LoL),will return the achievement of this SO. It is worth
noting that a spreadsheet, developed by QAU/CAIT), is used by faculties to facilitate the
process of evaluation. The spreadsheet may be found via college webpage:
https://www.jazanu.edu.sa/bcc/en/quality-academic-accreditation-en/.
B. Student Outcomes
List the student outcomes for the program. Indicate where the student outcomes are
documented and made accessible to the public. This is typically an easy to find web page
clearly linked to the program’s website but could also be in a student handbook.
The outcomes describe the core competencies expected of EPET graduates. The focus of the
Graduate Diploma7 degree EPET program is on preparing graduates with knowledge, skills,
and values necessary to enter careers in the application, installation, manufacturing, operation
and/or maintenance of mechanical systems. Graduates typically have strengths in the
building, testing, operation, and maintenance of mechanical systems. It is worth noting that
SO/K.1 has been added to fulfill the NQF of the NCAAA8 requirements and SO/C.2 has been
added also to enhance the competency of life-long learning.
6
The key courses are some selected courses from the last two semester which are used for assessing the SOs. The
key courses must be core courses of the EPET program but in the last two semester.
7
It is worth noting that according to the decree of the Ministry of Higher Education No. 59480/4/42 and the decree
of JU Council No. 8/5/1442, the “Associate of Science” had been modified and upgraded to be “Graduate Diploma”
to comply with the Saudi Standard Classification of Educational Specializations. The decree was in action since the
start of Academic Year 2020/2021 (Fall 20211).
8
NCAAA stands for National Commission for Academic Accreditation and Assessment in Saudi Arabia.
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The Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs) are Knowledge (K.1), Skills (S.1, S.2, S.3, and S.4), and Competences
(C.1 and C.2). These PLOs are corresponding to Students Outcomes (SOs), SO1, SO2, SO3, SO4, SO5, SO6, and
SO7.
The mapping of the CLOs along with SOs is existed in the Course Specification (CS) for
each course. The assessment of these CLOs is existed in the Course Report (CR). CS and CR
are published in the college webpage (https://www.jazanu.edu.sa/bcc/en/epet-cs-en/).
However the comprehensive assessment and achievement for the CLOs for each course and
their associated SOs are found in the Final Notification of Comprehensive Course Results
Form (JU39-05-01-03/01). The form is used for feedback and course delivery improvement
for those unachieved outcomes.
The process of continuous improvement starts with an assessment for students’ learning in
both course level and program level. The process involves:
1- Setting criteria for both course and program delivery, these criteria may include:
(a) Aimed learning outcomes for course and their associated learning outcomes for the
academic program, (set by MET department council, and reviewed annually),
(b) Teaching strategy which may be implemented to deliver these outcomes through
selected topics, (set by course instructor via CS, and reviewed every semester),
(c) Assessment tools may be used for evaluating the outcomes, (set by course instructor
via CS, and reviewed every semester),and
(d) Level of achievement expected for the learning outcomes, (set by MET department
council, and reviewed annually).
2- Systematically gathering, analyzing, and interpreting evidence to determine how well
student performance matches those criteria and standards, (course instructor with the aid
of Excel spreadsheet to facilitate the process, and conducted every semester),
3- Using the resulting information to document, explain, and improve performance, (course
instructor with the aid of the form JU39-05-01-03/01 designed by QAU/CAIT, and
conducted every semester).
The mechanism by which CAIT assess its LOs and set its development for courses and
academic programs are accurate and powerful since it is carried out automatically by means
of Excel spreadsheet. It is worth to note that assessment of CLOs is conducted every
semester; however assessment of the associated SOs is conducted annually.
Learning Outcomes (LOs) in both course level (CLOs) and Program Level (SOs) are defined
in terms of the following categories:
Knowledge: The outcomes of the assimilation of information through learning. It is the body
of facts, principles, theories and practices that is related to the field of study.
Skills: The outcomes of applying the knowledge and using know-how to complete tasks and
solve problems. They are the cognitive or practical.
First, the PLOs or (SOs) are defined according to the Accreditation Board for Engineering
and Technology (ABET) and the National Quality Framework (NQF) with two more
outcomes to comprise “Knowledge” domain and enhance “Values” domain. Second, the
following points are considered in defining CLOs:
1- CLOs are all aligned with SOs.
2- CLOs are based on the learning achievements of an average student.
3- CLOs are described from the perspective of the student.
4- CLOs are all achievable, assessable, and reflect the Level of Learning (LoL), as shown in
the following table:
Level of Learning10
completion of tasks in
are subject to change; where there is
work or study; adapt own
supervise the routine unpredictable change;
behavior to circumstances
work of others, taking review and develop
in solving problems
some responsibility for performance of self and
the evaluation and others
improvement of work or
study activities
10
The level used for mapping are defined in terms of National Commission for Academic Accreditation and
Assessment (NCAAA) in Saudi Arabia. In terms of ABET, these levels correspond to
I Introductory in NCAAA corresponds to I = Introduced for (KNOWLEDGE/COMPREHENSION) for ABET,
P Proficiency in NCAAA corresponds to R = REINFORCE for (APPLICATION/ANALYSIS) for ABET, and
A Advanced in NCAAA corresponds to E = EMPHASIZE for (EVALUATION/SYNTHESIS
There are 36 courses which are taught in EPET program, 8 courses are English Language, 13
courses are basic science and basic engineering, and 15 courses are core courses for EPET
program. The curriculum committee of Electrical Engineering Technology (EET)
Department selects 7 courses from the core courses to be the KEY courses for SOs
evaluation which are some courses in the last 2 levels of the EPET program. The following
table maps the key courses to SOs; this mapping is used as the last step for SOs evaluation.
More information may be found in the Program Specification (PS), the link is:
https://www.jazanu.edu.sa/bcc/media/sites/28/2020/06/01-EPET-PS-20201.pdf
and the courses’ specifications (CSs), the link is: https://www.jazanu.edu.sa/bcc/epet-cs/
Also more information about assessment plan may be found in Appendix E and the following
link:
https://www.jazanu.edu.sa/bcc/media/sites/28/2020/09/00-Assessment-Plan-of-CLOs-PLOs-
CAIT.pdf
each LO is < 60% of the total no. of the Unsatisfactory Need Action
students
The % of the students range between
“D” and “C” in each LO is >= 60% of Need Improvement Need Action
the total no. of the students
The % of the students achieve “C” in
each LO is >= 60% of the total no. of Satisfactory No Action
the students
In the other hand, indirect assessment of CLOs is conducted by means of the students for
each course, every semester, with special attention to the core courses of EPET major. The
survey is conducted by the instructor at the end of each semester. The feedback of the survey
indicates the level of satisfaction of the students regarding this particular course. An example
of indirect survey of CLOs of one of the core courses is depicted in Appendix F.
The direct and indirect assessment of the CLOs of any course gives a reliable feedback to the
course instructor about the questions which directly assess the CLOs or about the
understanding of the students about the CLOs themselves. For example. If the students are
directly satisfied about the CLOs whereas they are indirectly unsatisfied, this gives a
feedback that the questions are very easy and/or the exam questions don’t convey the CLOs
good enough.
It is worth noting that all of these steps and procedures are assembled and programmed using
Excel spreadsheet by QAU/CAIT for instructors’ convenient and accurate assessment. The
link of the spreadsheet of CLOs assessment is available at the college electronic webpage at
(https://www.jazanu.edu.sa/bcc/en/quality-academic-accreditation-en/). Now, the assessment
process and writing the Course Report (CR) is easy and the feedback for developing and
continuous improving for courses’ level can be implemented for the next semester, as shown
in the next figure.
The comprehensive assessment of SOs for this Key course can then be evaluated and defined
using the same rubric of three levels of achievement; they are:
(a) Satisfactory: if the percentage of the students who achieve 70% “C” or higher is more
than 60% for each LO.
(b) Need Improvement: if the percentage of the students who achieve 70% “C” or higher is
less than 60% but the percentage of the students who achieve less than 60% “F” is less
than 40% for each LO.
(c) Unsatisfactory: if the percentage of the students who achieve less than 60% “F” or less
is smaller than 60% for each LO.
It is worth noting that comprehensive assessment of SOs are conducted for all courses in the
program, however special attention is given to those Key courses because they will be used
later for overall assessment of SOs for program level. Moreover, the form “Final Notification
of Comprehensive Course Results and Continuous Improvement (JU39-05-01-03/01)”
collects all the assessment for CLOs and their associated SOs, the form also monitors the PIs
selected and their assessment since they contribute the assessment of SOs. Also, the form
asks the course instructor about the results, analysis and feedback actions for continuous
improvement, it provides a collection of the statistical data related to the course with
description of weakness and proposed actions according the rubrics above. Satisfaction of
each LO occurs when the percentage of the students who achieve “C” is more than 60%.
The final stage is merging the assessed SOs for the key courses to evaluate the overall
assessment of the SOs in the program level. In other words, some of the EPET courses of the
last two levels are used for the overall evaluation of the SOs in the program level. For the
academic year 2020/2021, 7 courses were selected; they are: 221EPET, 231EPET, 241EPET,
222EPET, 261EPET, 271EPET, and 291EPET. Here, another excel spreadsheet is created for
the assessment of the SOs. The link of this complementary spreadsheet is available at CAIT
webpage (https://www.jazanu.edu.sa/bcc/en/quality-academic-accreditation-en/). It is worth
noting that this complementary Excel Spreadsheet allows selecting the courses for which SOs
will be assessed, as shown in the next table.
As shown in the table above, for instant, the SO/K1, SO/S1, SO/S2, SO/S4, SO/V1 and
SO/V2 are assessed according to the 7 courses; however the SO/S3 is assessed according to 1
course only. The total assessment of SOs for EPET program, according to the selected key
courses, can then be evaluated and defined using the same three level of rubric of
achievement which is:
(a) Satisfactory: if the percentage of the students who achieve 70% “C” or higher is more
than 60% for each LO.
(b) Need Improvement: if the percentage of the students who achieve 70% “C” or higher is
less than 60% but the percentage of the students who achieve less than 60% “F” is less
than 40% for each LO.
(c) Unsatisfactory: if the percentage of the students who achieve less than 60% “F” or less
is smaller than 60% for each LO.
In the other hand, indirect assessment of SOs is conducted by means of the students who are
about to graduate, during FYP presentation session every academic year. The survey is
conducted by the FYP coordinator at the end of the academic year for those students who
present their work in FYP. The feedback of the survey indicates the level of satisfaction of
the graduates regarding the whole program. The survey is a questionnaire about the PIs of the
SOs of the EPET program, an example of indirect survey of SOs/PIs for 20212 is depicted in
Appendix F. The SOs/PIs survey may be found in the link:
https://www.jazanu.edu.sa/bcc/media/sites/28/2020/05/PLO-Survey.pdf?x91271
The direct and indirect assessment of the SOs of EPET program gives a reliable feedback to
the EPET/HoD about the courses which directly contributing the assessment process of the
SOs or about the understanding of the students about the SOs/PIs themselves. For example. If
Writing the Program Report (PR) is possible now and the feedback for developing and
continuous improving for the SOs can be implemented for the next cycle/academic year, as
shown in the next figure.
The assessment of CLOs for all courses in the EPET program is conducted every semester
and a Course Report (CR) is required by faculties at the end of every semester. The CR of
every course, especially the core courses, is accompanied with the form “Final Notification
of Comprehensive Course Results and Continuous Improvement (JU39-05-01-03/01)”. This
form gives a comprehensive course results with analysis and feedback actions for continuous
improvement, it provides a collection of the statistical data related to the course with
description of weakness and proposed actions according the assessment values of the CLOs
and the associated assessment values of SOs related to this specific course. The form exists at
CAIT webpage (https://www.jazanu.edu.sa/bcc/media/sites/28/2020/09/JU39-05-01-03-01-
Final-Course-Results-Notification.docx). All the statistical data required in this form can be
However the assessment of SOs is conducted annually, i.e. every academic year, and the
Program Report (PR) is written by the HoD of EET Department. A complementary Excel
spreadsheet has been developed for comprehensive assessment of SOs for the current patch
of graduates, giving the key courses for which the SOs will be assessed. The complementary
Excel sheet designed by QAU/CAIT may be found at the following link:
(https://www.jazanu.edu.sa/bcc/en/quality-academic-accreditation-en/).
The following table summarizes the schedule and frequency for each type of assessment as
well as points of accountability.
Aggregated
Item Means Type CLOs PIs SOs
SOs
Assessment
Formative Semester works
Process
Summative End of the semester
Assessment
Direct Exams
Metrics
Indirect Survey
Semester
Assessment Basis
End of semester
Frequency
Annually End of Academic year
Course
Coordinator
Excel sheet
Accountability
Head of Complementary Excel
Department sheet
D. Evaluation
Present the evaluation schedule, points of accountability, and expected level of attainment for each student
outcome. Provide summaries of the results of evaluation analyses over time illustrating current attainment of
each student outcome and trends in attainment over time (tabular presentation is encouraged). Describe how
results are communicated, preserved, and provide one or more examples in appendices.
The assessment evaluation for SOs is conducted individually for each course and
documented in the form “Final Notification of Comprehensive Course Results and
Continuous Improvement (JU39-05-01-03/01)”. The form exists at CAIT webpage via
(https://www.jazanu.edu.sa/bcc/media/sites/28/2020/09/JU39-05-01-03-01-Final-Course-
Results-Notification.docx). All the statistical data required in this form can be obtained from
the Excel sheet designed by QAU/CAIT which may be found at the following link
(https://www.jazanu.edu.sa/bcc/en/quality-academic-accreditation-en/).
The key courses are considered and the form JU39-05-01-03/01 is revised by HoD who has
the authority to activate the proposed plan for continuous improvement, if any.
Student Outcome 1 (K1): An ability to demonstrate a broad and coherent body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and
concepts in the discipline
Course(s)
Performance Indicators (PI) for this Method used to Year &
Courses where the PI’s State how
outcome (PI identifies the measurable assess PI (exam Semester Performance
where PI assessment Often the
student performance/activity used to question, report when Data Target for PI
exists (use a data were or PI is
assess student attainment of the evaluated with Were or Will (if used)
simple list) will be Assessed
student outcome) rubric, etc.) Be Collected
collected
1. use knowledge of English Academic
language and engineering Year
technology to interpret 221EPET 1 year 2019/2020 60%
Direct:
engineering systems and 231EPET Spring 2020
Assignment,
processes 241EPET Fall 2020
Exams, Oral
2. utilize modern instruments and All courses 222EPET ===&===
Presentation
tools in engineering technology 261EPET 1 year Academic 60%
Indirect:
applications 271EPET Year
SOs Survey
3. apply principles of engineering 291EPET 2020/2021
technology for troubleshooting, 1 year Spring 2021 60%
and functioning Fall 2021
Course(s)
Performance Indicators (PI) for this Method used to Year &
Courses where the PI’s State how
outcome (PI identifies the measurable assess PI (exam Semester Performance
where PI assessment Often the
student performance/activity used to question, report when Data Target for PI
exists (use a data were or PI is
assess student attainment of the evaluated with Were or Will (if used)
simple list) will be Assessed
student outcome) rubric, etc.) Be Collected
collected
1. interpret engineering codes,
specifications, and standards
1 year Academic 60%
All courses Year
except 221EPET 2019/2020
2. use knowledge of English Direct:
000ENG 231EPET Spring 2020
Language to recognize different 001ENG Assignment,
241EPET Fall 2020
engineering Exams, Oral
002ENG 222EPET 1 year ===&=== 60%
systems/components with Presentation
001CBS 261EPET Academic
definition and function Indirect:
002CBS 271EPET Year
SOs Survey
3. identify legislative requirements, 203CBS 291EPET 2020/2021
industry standards, and best 103SLM Spring 2021
practices in a variety of 1 year Fall 2021 60%
workplaces
Course(s)
Performance Indicators (PI) for this Method used to Year &
Courses where the PI’s State how
outcome (PI identifies the measurable assess PI (exam Semester Performance
where PI assessment Often the
student performance/activity used to question, report when Data Target for PI
exists (use a data were or PI is
assess student attainment of the evaluated with Were or Will (if used)
simple list) will be Assessed
student outcome) rubric, etc.) Be Collected
collected
1. calculate and analyze missing
parameters of engineering
systems and processes 193MATH 1 year 60%
Academic
195MATH
Year
091PHYS
221EPET 2019/2020
2. apply rules and principles to 001CSC Direct:
231EPET Spring 2020
define the performance of 213MMET Assignment,
241EPET Fall 2020
engineering systems and 221EPET Exams, Oral
222EPET 1 year ===&=== 60%
processes 231EPET Presentation
261EPET Academic
241EPET Indirect:
271EPET Year
222EPET SOs Survey
3. apply common sense judgments 291EPET 2020/2021
261EPET
to evaluate answers Spring 2021
271EPET
1 year Fall 2021 60%
291EPET
Course(s)
Performance Indicators (PI) for this Method used to Year &
Courses where the PI’s State how
outcome (PI identifies the measurable assess PI (exam Semester Performance
where PI assessment Often the
student performance/activity used to question, report when Data Target for PI
exists (use a data were or PI is
assess student attainment of the evaluated with Were or Will (if used)
simple list) will be Assessed
student outcome) rubric, etc.) Be Collected
collected
1. communicate effectively ،both
orally, graphically, and 003ENG
editorially, within engineering 004ENG 1 year 60%
Academic
community and society at large 193ENG
Year
194ENG
2019/2020
2. perform an efficient oral 295ENG Direct:
Spring 2020
presentation, with effective use 001CBS Assignment,
Fall 2020
of visual aids, using allotted time 203CBS Exams, Oral
291EPET 1 year ===&=== 60%
and demonstrate self-confident 011MMET Presentation
Academic
in answering questions 112MMET Indirect:
Year
213MMET SOs Survey
3. prepare well-organized written 2020/2021
232EPET
document, using appropriate Spring 2021
251EPET
media, with introduction, body, 1 year Fall 2021 60%
181EPET
and conclusions 291EPET
Course(s)
Performance Indicators (PI) for this Method used to Year &
Courses where the PI’s State how
outcome (PI identifies the measurable assess PI (exam Semester Performance
where PI assessment Often the
student performance/activity used to question, report when Data Target for PI
exists (use a data were or PI is
assess student attainment of the evaluated with Were or Will (if used)
simple list) will be Assessed
student outcome) rubric, etc.) Be Collected
collected
1. perform standard tests and
apply measuring tools to collect
data
All courses 1 year Academic 60%
except: Year
ENG 221EPET 2019/2020
Direct:
2. analyze, interpret, and represent 091MATH Assignment,
231EPET Spring 2020
collected data in meaningful way 092MATH Exams, Oral
241EPET Fall 2020
193MATH 222EPET ===&===
Presentation 1 year 60%
001CBS 261EPET Academic
Indirect:
203CBS 271EPET Year
SOs Survey
001CSC 291EPET 2020/2021
3. identify appropriate available 103SLM Spring 2021
sensors, instrumentation and/or 011MMET Fall 2021
software tools for 1 year 60%
measurements
Summary of Aggregated Assessment Data (across all PIs):
Describe how the assessment data from each PI is aggregated and provide the overall assessment data set used in the evaluation process. Use charts or
formulas as necessary but include the numbers of students that were assessed.
The summative assessment of SO5/(S4), the decision is based on both direct and indirect assessment for all indicators of the SO5/(S4).
The aggregative assessment is conducted according to the courses mentioned above in this table by means of a complementary Excel
spreadsheet which has been created by the QAU/CAIT. All graduates were assessed during their existence in the course in Spring 2021
and/or Fall 2021. The number of graduates who are evaluated is 23.
Course(s)
Performance Indicators (PI) for this Method used to Year &
Courses where the PI’s State how
outcome (PI identifies the measurable assess PI (exam Semester Performance
where PI assessment Often the
student performance/activity used to question, report when Data Target for PI
exists (use a data were or PI is
assess student attainment of the evaluated with Were or Will (if used)
simple list) will be Assessed
student outcome) rubric, etc.) Be Collected
collected
1. function effectively in a
multidisciplinary and diverse
team 1 year Academic 60%
Direct:
Year
Participation in
221EPET 2019/2020
Class through
2. manage teamwork effectively by All courses 231EPET Spring 2020
class activities,
integrating different skills and except: 241EPET Fall 2020
time
abilities of team members 000ENG 222EPET 1 year ===&=== 60%
management
001ENG 261EPET Academic
during Oral
002ENG 271EPET Year
Presentation
3. outline a work plan with 291EPET 2020/2021
Indirect:
execution in timeliness and Spring 2021
SOs Survey
quality 1 year Fall 2021 60%
Course(s)
Performance Indicators (PI) for this Method used to Year &
Courses where the PI’s State how
outcome (PI identifies the measurable assess PI (exam Semester Performance
where PI assessment Often the
student performance/activity used to question, report when Data Target for PI
exists (use a data were or PI is
assess student attainment of the evaluated with Were or Will (if used)
simple list) will be Assessed
student outcome) rubric, etc.) Be Collected
collected
1. identify contemporary issues
related to engineering
technology in the discipline Direct: 1 year 60%
001CBS
Capture Academic
203CBS
essential Year
222EPET
information 2019/2020
2. access multiple sources of 223EPET 231EPET
from multiple Spring 2020
information, capture essential 231EPET 241EPET
sources of Fall 2020
information, and distinguish it 232EPET 222EPET 1 year 60%
information ===&===
from extraneous data 241EPET 261EPET
during Oral Academic
251EPET 271EPET
Presentation, Year
3. integrate prior knowledge of 261EPET 291EPET
and final 2020/2021
engineering technology along 271EPET
reports Spring 2021
with new knowledge in the 181EPET
Indirect: 1 year Fall 2021 60%
profession for the sake of self- 291EPET
SOs Survey
continuing professional
development
Summary of Aggregated Assessment Data (across all PIs):
Describe how the assessment data from each PI is aggregated and provide the overall assessment data set used in the evaluation process. Use charts or
formulas as necessary but include the numbers of students that were assessed.
The summative assessment of SO7/(V2), the decision is based on both direct and indirect assessment for all indicators of the SO7/(V2).
The aggregative assessment is conducted according to the courses mentioned above in this table by means of a complementary Excel
spreadsheet which has been created by the QAU/CAIT. All graduates were assessed during their existence in the course in Spring 2021
and/or Fall 2021. The number of graduates who are evaluated is 23.
The example given in the tables in the form JU39-05-01-03/01 described above in Section D
has boxes for “Analysis and description of weakness”, “Proposed Action”, and
“Implementation Plan” which is the information required for the continuous improvement of
the EPET program. It is worth noting that the form JU39-05-01-03/01 gives the assessment
of the SOs which related to the specific course, individually. The data in the form is collected
for the specified course in the Academic Year 2020/2021. The form is repeated for all
courses, especially the core courses, and is conducted every semester. This helps to know
which course has a dominant negative or positive effect on one or more of the SOs when the
SOs are assessed aggregately according to the key courses.
The aggregated or comprehensive assessment of all SOs, using the selected key courses, is
conducted annually through the Program Report (PR). The PR is a Collaborative Review
Reports for the program which summarizes the Student Outcomes by summing up all the
SOs in Section D. Program changes due to assessment findings are explained and
documented in the PR. The PR also identifies all assessed points under that assessment cycle,
all actionable items, and offers a summary of modifications for improvement. The PR is
shared with the Industrial Advisory Board and feedback is provided to enhance the
continuous improvement plan.
Major program changes are not implemented until two multiple assessment cycles
demonstrate student performance below benchmark. Instructional and delivery methods are
tweaked every semester to meet the needs of the student population. For example, delivery
methods that may vary include in-class examples, homework problems, project scenarios, lab
exercises, etc. All collaborative reports shall be provided to the evaluator during site visit.
Indirect data is also used for continuous improvement. Each academic year, students are
surveyed to provide indirect measurement of outcome success.
In course level, there are two surveys are conducted; they are:
1- Course Evaluation Survey (CES)
2- CLOs Survey
Each course is surveyed according to the above surveys (CES and CLOs Survey) which
conducted for every course and every semester, and also for every section. This is important
for feedback and Continuous Improvement in course level.
In program level, there are SOs survey, SES survey, and PES survey which conducted for
graduates. Faculties review the surveys for points that do not meet benchmark or are
repeatedly noted in student comments. This is documented in the Program Report and
Courses’ Reports.
It is worth noting that all of these steps and procedures are assembled and programmed using
Excel spreadsheet for instructor convenient and accurate assessment. Samples of Indirect
Assessment are shown in the previous section in Program Level.
A. Program Curriculum
The applicable program criteria could include statements that add specificity to the curricular requirements
found in Criterion 5 to differentiate the discipline designated by the program’s title. These should be included in
the program’s coursework. Contact ABET at etac@abet.org if you have questions about the program criteria
that apply to your program.
1. Complete Table 5-1 that describes the plan of study for students in this program including information on
course offerings in the form of a recommended schedule by year and term along with average section
enrollments for all courses in the program over the two years immediately preceding the visit. State
whether the program is based on a quarter system or a semester system and complete a separate table for
each option in the program.
Table 5-1 shows the Electrical Power Engineering Technology (EPET) curriculum plan
of study. The program is based on a semester system, Fall and spring semesters, each is
16 weeks. There is English Language program in the Preparatory Year (PY) which
consists of 5 quarterly courses, each is 8 weeks. The five courses take Fall, Spring and
Summer of the Preparatory Year (PY). Please visit the following link for more details:
https://www.jazanu.edu.sa/bcc/en/prep-year-en/. After the PY, the students start their
major according to their request and available seats in the EPET program. Please visit the
following link for major selection: https://www.jazanu.edu.sa/bcc/en/about-organization-
en/. Also the major selection form is available in the college website at
https://www.jazanu.edu.sa/bcc/media/sites/28/2020/05/JU39-05-01-02-1-Program-or-
program-major-selection.pdf. The EPET program offers 4 groups of elective courses in
the last two semesters to adapt the graduates so they fit the market requirements or to
satisfy their sponsor, if any. In case there is a sponsor for a student or group of students,
there is another elective group for internship which consists of two courses: 181EPET
“COOP Training” for non-sponsored students, and 282EPET “On the Job Training” for
sponsored students, for which the students take the course on the real site of the sponsor,
on the sponsor request.
2. Describe how the curriculum and its associated prerequisite structure support the attainment of the student
outcomes.
As shown in the next table, the lower level courses in the program are chosen to develop
and building up a good foundation for students regarding their outcomes (SOs),
especially English language, mathematics, science, and other liberal studies. This is
achieved by gradually change the level of learning from “I: Introductory” to “P:
Proficient”. These achieved outcomes and competencies are then used in upper level
courses to develop professional aptitudes “A: Advanced”. The mapping of the courses
with the students’ outcomes (SOs) is shown in the next table, recalling that SO with “K”
denotes that this student outcome relates to “Knowledge”, SO with “S” denotes that this
student outcome relates to “Skills”, and SO with “V” denotes that this student outcome
relates to “Values”. More details may be found in EPET study plan and EPET Program
Specification, in the link https://www.jazanu.edu.sa/bcc/en/epet-program-en/.
3. Attach a flowchart or worksheet that illustrates the prerequisite structure of the program’s required
courses. If there are differences between the current curriculum and the one in effect for the graduate’s
transcripts to be sent to the evaluators, please provide prerequisite structure for both sets of requirements .
Prerequisites are assigned to each course to ensure that the students enter the course with
the necessary competencies to successfully meet course outcomes. These prerequisites
and course outcomes are clearly defined on the course syllabus. The table and figure
below summarizes the necessary prerequisites for each course in the program.
Type of
Course Required Pre-Requisite Credit requirements
Level Course Title Courses
Code or Elective Hours (Institution, College or
Department)
000ENG English Language – Level 0 R -- 2 College
001ENG English Language – Level 1 R 000 ENG 3 College
Level 091MATH Mathematics –I R -- 4 College
1 011MMET Engineering Drawing R -- 2 College
001CBS Study Skills R -- 1 College
002ENG English Language – Level 2 R 001 ENG 3 College
003ENG English Language – Level 3 R 002 ENG 3 College
Level 004ENG English Language – Level 4 R 003 ENG 3 College
2 092MATH Mathematics – II R 091 MATH 4 College
091PHYS General Physics R -- 4 College
002CBS Physical Education R -- 1 College
College Requirements
Department/Program Requirements
Half Term (8 weeks)
001ENG 000 ENG 001 CBS 011 MMET 091 MATH 1st Semester
Preparatory
Year
003 ENG 002 ENG 091 PHYS 002 CBS 092 MATH 2nd Semester
193 ENG 191 CHEM 111 EPET 112 MMET 001 CSC 193 MATH 1st Semester
Freshman
Year
194 ENG 112 EPET 113 EPET 114 EPET 103 SLM 195 MATH 2nd Semester
50 Credit Units
Interdependent
295 ENG EPET 221 EPET 231 EPET 223 25* EPET 24* EPET MMET 213 1st Semester
Sophomore
Year
60 Credit Units
EPET 291 EPET 222 EPET 232 27* EPET 26* EPET CBS 203 2nd Semester
4. Describe how your program meets the specific requirements for each curricular area (Mathematics and
Physical and Natural Sciences, Discipline Specific Topics) specifically addressed by either the general
criteria or the specific program criteria, which should be shown in Table 5-1. Describe how the coverage
of algebra and trigonometry (for A.S. programs) or differential and integral calculus or other mathematics
above the level of algebra and trigonometry (for B.S. programs) is accomplished.
Curricular areas that have been identified by ABET’s general criteria include
competencies in college mathematics, chemistry, and physics. Table below outlines the
terms of hours needed and the depth in which those competencies are used in the
Electrical Power Engineering Technology (EPET) Program.
The next table compares the number of credit hours of theoretical and practical courses.
Practical Courses Theoretical Courses
Total
Credit Hrs % Credit Hrs %
All courses 75 81.52 17 18.48 92
EPET Courses only 36 100 0 0 36
The next table compares the number of contact hours in theoretical and practical classes.
Practical Courses Theoretical Courses
Total
Credit Hrs % Credit Hrs %
All courses 142.5 68.50 65.5 31.50 208
EPET Courses only 73 76.00 23 24.00 96
Finally the next table depicts the distribution of credit units and contact hours with
percentage for each category of the EPET curriculum
No. of Credit Units Contact
Requirement
Courses No. % Hours
Culture, Ethics, and Skills 4 5 5.43 6
Humanities
English Language 8 21 22.83 63
Computer Science 1 1 1.09 3
Mathematics and Science 6 20 21.74 25
Basic Engineering 4 9 9.78 17
Electrical Power Engineering Technology 14 36 39.13 94
Total 37 92 100 208
There are two main natural sciences courses which are taught in the early stages of EPET
program; they are General Physics (091PHYS), in the Preparatory Academic Year in the
last level) (Level 2), and General Chemistry (191CHEM), in the Freshmen Academic
Year in the first level (Level 3). The two courses are designed to have contents
appropriate to EPET program and enhance the lab experiences of the students.
I. The contents of the General Physics (091PHYS-4 credit hours) are:
(a) Measurements (Units, Dimensional and Non-Dimensional)
(b) Motion and Force
(c) Work and Energy
(d) Magnetism
(e) Electricity
(f) Light
The weekly contact hours are 5 hours with 40% lab sessions. The course prepares the
students for lab experience for the courses: 111EPET, 112EPET, 113EPET, 114EPET,
221EPET, 222EPET, 223EPET, 231EPET.
II. The contents of the General Chemistry (191CHEM-3 credit hours) are:
(a) Stoichiometry: Chemical Arithmetic.
(b) The periodic table
(c) Chemical Bonding
(d) Oxidation
(e) The Gaseous State
(f) Liquid and solid states
(g) Solutions
(h) Thermochemistry
The weekly contact hours are 4 hours with 50% lab sessions. The course prepares the
students for lab experience regarding safety and hygiene with respect to chemicals so it
serves courses such as 291EPET (Final Year Project).
7. Describe how the curriculum accomplishes a capstone or integrating experience (addressed by either the
general or program criteria) and describe how this experience helps students attain related student
outcomes as appropriate to the discipline and the degree (not degree level).
Final Year Project (FYP) is a compulsory final year course which students of EPET
program must take at the end of their Academic Program to complete the requirements of
their degree. The concept of FYP emphasizes practical work more than theoretical
studies. FYP is an opportunity for final year technical students to demonstrate their
capabilities in applying the knowledge, skills, and competencies acquired during their
academic program. It enables the students to experience similar and/or real situation on
how projects are carried out in the industry.
FYP (291EPET) course is a 2-credit unit course and is taken by the students who are
about to graduate (during the 6th Semester, i.e. in the Sophomore Year). Students who
undergo FYP course must have completed at least 60 credit units and passed Technical
The FYP requires the students to not only utilize and reflect on learning skills,
knowledge, and competencies they were gained during their stay in the program, but
apply the theory in a real-world project development. The project has many components
that challenge the student’s depth of knowledge, skills and competencies. The design
aspects of the project include knowledge of Electric Circuits and Electronics (EPET112,
EPET113, EPET114, and EPET223); and depending on the applications of Electrical
Machines (EPET221, and EPET222); Power Generation and Troubleshooting (EPET251,
and EPET271), and controlling and protection (EPET231, EPE232, EPET241, and
EPET261). The cumulative knowledge and skills learned and developed in lower-level
courses are used for successful completion of the FYP.
More details about the responsibilities and the process of FYP may be found in the
college website (https://www.jazanu.edu.sa/bcc/en/project-en/). The items evaluated in
the FYP are depicted in the following table:
Item Evaluated Evaluator Mark
Presentation Examination Committee 25
Comprehensive Analytical Final Report Examination Committee 25
Semester Work (Attendance, Progressive Reports) FYP Coordinator 50
Each item in the above Table is evaluated according to a number of criteria. All criteria
are marked by each member of the Examination Committee by means of rubrics which
are published in the college webpage. The grades are then averaged for each criterion.
The Student’s overall score for submission is the sum of all the weighted scores of the
performance criteria. All forms of evaluations and template for FYP report, including the
rubrics for FYP report and presentation (JU39-05-01-05/04 and JU39-05-01-05/05) may
be found at https://www.jazanu.edu.sa/bcc/en/project-en/.
The professional and ethical responsibilities, diversity and inclusion awareness, quality
and continuous improvement are addressed by all courses in the curriculum and evaluated
in the students’ outcomes SO6(V1) and SO7(V2) which are:
SO6(V1): An ability to function effectively as a member of a technical team, a
commitment to quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement.
SO7(V2): An ability to engage in self-directed continuing professional development.
All courses in the curriculum of EPET program map one of these two outcomes or both
with different level of learning, ranging from introductory level (I), passing through
proficiency level (P), and ending with advanced level (A). The courses which map these
two outcomes with advanced level of learning are giving special attention to enhance the
students’ skills in these two outcomes; such as 194ENG, 203CBE, 251EPET, 261EPET,
271EPET, 181EPET, and 291EPET.
For courses which map SO6(V1), students are required to cooperate together and develop
a report as a team effort that discusses professional and ethical responsibilities by
technicians and the role of diversity in the workplace, the report should include attributes
of quality, and recommendation of future work, also the submission timeliness is
essential. However, for courses which map SO7(V2), students are required to produce a
detailed report to solve a technical problem, for which all data related to this technical
problem must be acquired from outside sources, then compiled into tables and analyzed.
9. Describe how industry and engineering standards and codes; public safety and health; and local and
global impact of engineering solutions on individuals, organizations and society are addressed in the
curriculum
There are several engineering courses are designed for industry and engineering
standards and codes; public safety and health; and local and global impact of engineering
solutions on individuals, organizations and society.
The first course is Engineering Drawing (011MMET), this is basic engineering course
which teach the students the basic concepts of engineering standards for drawing for
those who are involved with manufacturing and structures. The full course description
may be found in the college webpage (https://www.jazanu.edu.sa/bcc/en/epet-cs-en/).
The second course is Electrical Systems and Layout (232EPET), this course provides
students with design practice in estimation of power requirements for electrical lighting,
power equipment, and electrical machines, and experience in the use of manufacturers’
catalogs and technical data, along with practice in preparing plans to layout electrical
circuits. This course also deals with Conduit and Fittings using metallic and non-metallic
conduit in hazardous and non-hazardous locations, for residential, commercial, and
The third course is Industrial Safety and Environment (213MMET), this course aims
implanting the culture of safety to technical students for which Occupational Safety and
Health (OSH) programs foster a safe and healthy work environment. The course does not
provide the culture of safety for the technicians in workplace but also the co-workers,
family members, employers, customers, and many others who might be affected by the
workplace environment.
Finally, the fourth course is the Cooperative (COOP) Training (181EPET). One of the
major objectives of this course is recording the attitude and the manner of the work
environment regarding occupational safety and impact of engineering solutions on
individuals, organizations and society.
The CLOs of the above courses contribute the Students Outcomes of EPET program as
shown in the following table:
Students’ Outcomes (SOs)
Course code & No. SO1 SO2 SO3 SO4 SO5 SO6 SO7
(K1) (S1) (S2) (S3) (S4) (C1) (C2)
011MMET
I I I I
Engineering Drawing
232EPET
A A A A P P
Electrical Systems and Layout
213MMET
A P A A A A
Industrial Safety and Environment
181EPET
P P P A+ P A+ A+
Co-Op Training
10. If your program allows cooperative education or internships to satisfy curricular requirements specifically
addressed by either the general or program criteria, describe the academic component of this experience
and how it is evaluated by the faculty.
The Cooperative Training component is a joint venture between Jazan University and
employers to enable students to gain practical work experience in the real world.
Cooperative Training in EPET program is structured to integrate the theoretical
knowledge learned by students in the classrooms and labs with real world experiences; it
is one of the graduation requirements for CAIT.
COOP Training (181EPET) is a 2-credit unit course and is taken by students who have
completed their Freshman Year (completed at least 60 credit units, including Preparatory
Year). The student who undergoes the COOP Training has to spend 8 (eight) continuous
weeks of practical work in a relevant field of industry during the summer semester.
Students are oriented in one of the companies in agreement with the college, and well-
supervised to ensure that students accomplish the training objectives suitably. The
outcomes of the COOP Training are:
1- Relate the courses studied in the college to real world application.
2- Interpret engineering processes and their performances.
The CLOs of the COOP Training (181EPET) serves the Student Outcomes SOs are
shown in the following table:
Students’ Outcomes (SOs)
Course code & No. SO1 SO2 SO3 SO4 SO5 SO6 SO7
(K1) (S1) (S2) (S3) (S4) (V1) (V2)
181EPET
P P P A P A A
Co-Op Training (Elective 51)
The requirement and eligibility, responsibilities, the process of COOP Training, and all
form of evaluation and templates for progressive and comprehensive reports, including
the rubrics of presentation evaluation (JU39-04-01-01/06) are all assembled in guidelines
which published at the college website at https://www.jazanu.edu.sa/bcc/en/coop-en/.
11. Describe by example how the evaluation team will be able to relate the display materials, i.e. course
syllabi, textbooks, sample student work, etc., to each student outcome. (See the 2021-2022 APPM Section
I.E.5.b. (2) regarding display materials.)
a. Display Materials at the Time of the Visit-Evaluators will review samples of
displayed course materials including course syllabi, textbooks, example
assignments and exams, and examples of student work, typically ranging from
excellent through poor for only those courses that:
a) support attainment of the program’s student outcomes; and
b) develop subject areas supporting attainment of student outcomes or
contained in specific program criteria requirements.
The Visit-Evaluators will review samples of Courses’ Portfolios that display
course materials including course syllabi, textbooks, example assignments and
exams, and examples of student work, typically ranging from excellent through
poor, at the time of the visit, for only those courses that:
i. Support attainment of the EPET-SOs, and
ii. Develop subject areas supporting attainment of SOs or contained in specific
program criteria requirements.
The Excel spreadsheet which used to govern and automatically assess the CLOs
for courses and their associated SOs may be displayed. It is worth noting that this
Excel spreadsheet which assess the CLOs and its complementary Excel
spreadsheet for assessing the SOs are designed by the QAU/CAIT and may be
found at the following link (https://www.jazanu.edu.sa/bcc/en/quality-academic-
accreditation-en/).
Each Program Outcome and the assessment point and tool will be displayed, and
explained. Furthermore, the improvement plan information will be provided with the SOs
indicating actionable items and modifications to correct. Finally, the student work samples
for those outcomes will be available for review.
B. Course Syllabi
In Appendix A of the Self-Study Report, include a syllabus for each course used for the degree.
The syllabi of all the core courses of MMPT program are provided in Appendix A.
However more details of these courses and their specifications may be found online
at the college web page (https://www.jazanu.edu.sa/bcc/en/mmet-cs-en/).
C. Advisory Committee
Describe the composition of the program’s advisory committee (for example: individuals, company and job
title) and describe how it is representative of organizations served by the program’s graduates. Describe
activities of the advisory committee, provide evidence that it periodically reviews the program’s curriculum and
program educational objectives, and advises the program the current and future aspects of the technical fields
for which the graduates are being prepared.
The Industrial Advisory Board (IAB) had been proposed by the College Council in
the Recommendation 3/5/37/1438. According to the recommendation, the
Industrial Advisory Board is composed of individuals from local industry for which
CAIT program serves the market such as EPET program. The members of the
Industrial Advisory Board are employed and have inside knowledge in these
industries. Please see the following table recommended for the committee members
and their employer and expertise:
Employer Job Description Position in the IAB
Jazan University Vice Rector for Academic Affairs Chairman of the IAB
Jazan University Dean of CAIT Member and Reporter
SABEK Manager Member
ARAMCO Human Resources Member
Saudi Electric Company Manager Member
Jazan University Coordinator of QAU/CAIT Member
It is recommended for the IAB to meet annually to discuss the above duties. A
sample of the meeting agenda, minutes, and approval of proposed outcomes and
objectives will be available in Appendix on IAB approval.
Others -- -- -- --
Total 37 92 100
A. Faculty Qualifications
Describe the qualifications of the faculty and how they are adequate to cover all the
curricular areas of the program and meet any applicable program criteria. This description
should include the composition, size, credentials, and experience of the faculty. Complete
Table 6-1. Include faculty curriculum vitae in Appendix B, using the format guidelines found
there.
Faculty qualifications and curriculum vitae are updated in the table 6-1, for which more
description of their experience of the faculty may be found.
The following matrix maps the faculty members with the curricular areas according to their
specializations.
Engineering Technology knowledge:
K.1. All faculty
(a) Use of basic engineering mechanics
The application of natural sciences and
mathematics at or above the level of algebra
and trigonometry use of modern equipment
in mechanical engineering technology:
S.1. All faculty
(b) Application of principles of geometric
dimensioning and tolerance.
(c) Use of computer aided drafting and
design software.
Strengths in specifying, installing, building,
testing, documenting, operating, selling or:
(d) Selection, set-up, and calibration of
measurement tools/instrumentation
(e) Preparation of lab reports and systems S.2. All faculty
documentation associated with
development, installation, or
maintenance of mechanical components
and systems.
Dr Zulkarnain Muhammad
Communication S.3. Anwar Ulla Khan
Essa Assiri
Engineering standards to the building,
testing, operation, and maintaining basic
mechanical systems: S.4. All faculty
(f) Basic familiarity and use of industry
codes, specifications, and standards
Project management:
(g) An integrating or capstone experience V.1. All faculty
utilizing skills acquired in the program
Anwar Ulla Khan
Mashood Hasan
Life-long learning V.2. Dr Zulkarnain Muhammad
Osama Zankouti
Essa Asseri
All of these factors are taken into consideration through the department council and
then course allocation takes place and approved by the council.
Faculty workload is updated. The work load of faculty is shown after Table 6-2 for
Spring 20212.
C. Faculty Size
Discuss the adequacy of the size of the faculty and describe the extent and quality of faculty
involvement in interactions with students, student interaction, advising, and oversight of the
program.
Academic counseling plays an important role in the College of Applied Industrial
Technology (CAIT).
It enables the students to control their own way of learning, from their first arrival
into the college to the end of their studies after three years.
Each EPET faculty member are assigned with at least 20 students for helping the
students as an Academic advisor.
Further details are available in the college webpage
(https://www.jazanu.edu.sa/bcc/en/academic-advising-en/)
The number of the students in EPET program is 48 regular students with 6
instructors. This means the ratio faculty members to students is 1:8. However, it is
worth noting that the faculty members in EET department also covers some activities
in the PY. Considering the total number of the students in CAIT (260 students), and
the total number of faculty members in CAIT (17 faculty), this returns ratio faculty
members to students as 1:15.
All faculty publish their contact (phone number, email) via college webpage for better
student-faculty interactions, as well as groups via social media (whatsup) is usually
used for instant interaction between faculty/students and student/student.. Moreover
office hours are always published together with the time schedule of each faculty.
Orientation lectures for new students and new faculty members join the department
are always conducted by faculty members in turns at the beginning of each semester.
Also two EET faculty members are involved in funded research project as Principal
Investigators, they are Dr Mashood Hasan and Dr Anwar Ulla. The research projects
are funded SR90,000 each.
However, the item “Program Administration” returns a score 3.89. The report of the
survey is depicted on the table and figure thereafter.
Level of Activity4
Professional Registration/
Years of
Experience H, M, or L
Type of Academic
Appointment2
Govt./Ind. Practice
Certification
Consulting/summer
T, TT, NTT
FT or PT3
This Institution
work in industry
Organizations
Development
Rank 1
Professional
Professional
Highest Degree Earned- Field and
Teaching
Faculty Name
Year
AST AST
Anwar Ulla Khan PhD, Electrical Engineering, 2017 TT FT NA 3 2 PhD M M L
I
ASC
Dr. Zulkharnain
PhD Electronics-2009 TT FT 6 6 2.5 PhD M L L
Muhammad
Instructions: Complete table for each member of the faculty in the program. Add additional rows or use additional sheets if necessary.
Updated information is to be provided at the time of the visit.
1. Code: P = Professor ASC = Associate Professor AST = Assistant Professor I = Instructor A = Adjunct O = Other
2. Code: TT = Tenure Track T = Tenured NTT = Non-Tenure Track
3.FT = Full Time Faculty PT = Part Time Faculty, At the institution
4. The level of activity, high, medium or low, should reflect an average over the year prior to the visit plus the two previous years.
It is worth noting that the ratio faculty members to students as 1:15 in CAIT. This ratio gives enough time to faculty for interactions
with students, student advising, oversight of the program, and teaching. The following pages show the workload for EET faculty.
The teaching load of Dr. Anwar Ulla Khan (max work load allowed: 14)
The teaching load of Eng. Eissa Assiri (max work load allowed: 16)
The teaching load of Dr. Wakeel Ahmad (max work load allowed: 16)
1. Offices (such as administrative, faculty, clerical, and teaching assistants) and any
associated equipment that is typically available there.
The CAIT building is located in Alhaquo (Bayesh), Jazan Province. EET Department is
located inside the CAIT campus for which the EPET is running through. CAIT currently
houses the Department’s administrative, faculty, clerical offices, classrooms; however the
labs are conducted via Engineering College campus. This is because the labs of CAIT
still under preparation. The facilities are equipped with the tools needed for faculty to
appropriately guide students in the attainment of the student educational outcomes. The
layout and atmosphere are intended to be conducive to learning.
The CAIT campus has the following offices which are located in two floors in the main
building:
1- Dean office in the 2nd floor
2- Vice Dean for Academic Affairs in the 2nd floor
3- The HoD office in the 2nd floor.
4- The faculty members (4 members) have one office in the 2nd floor. The office has an
adequate area for the members to do their works in preparing lectures, revising
assignments, and conducting office hours for the students.
5- Manager in the 1st floor
6- Other clerical offices for registration, students’ affairs, students’ activities,
photocopier, stores, etc are all in the 1st floor to serve the students.
2. Classrooms and associated equipment that are typically available where the program
courses are taught.
There are 16 classrooms which are located in CAIT campus inside the main building and
distributed in both floors. They are:
Ground Floor 1st Floor
Class # Size Class # Size
003 20 students 104 20 students
004 30 students 108 30 students
005 20 students 111 30 students
008 30 students 115 20 students
009 Computer lab 30 students 116 30 students
014 30 students 119 30 students
017 20 students
018 30 students
11
Include information concerning facilities at all sites where program courses are delivered.
There are 2 classrooms located inside lab/workshop assigned for EET Department with
size 20 students each. This lab/workshop has 3 areas which are suitable for teaching 3
different classes (20 students each) at the same time. All classrooms are equipped with
Air Conditioners, good lightening, and good ventilation. Emergency routes in case of fire
are also provided with appropriate directions. The classrooms are regularly maintained
and upgraded as needed.
3. Laboratory facilities including modern tools and equipment that support instruction.
Include those facilities used by students in the program even if they are not dedicated to
the program and state the times they are available to students. Complete Appendix C
containing a listing of the major pieces of equipment used by the program in support of
instruction.
Only 1 building is equipped as workshop for EET department inside CAIT campus. The
workshop has 3 areas which are suitable for teaching 3 different classes (20 students
each) at the same time, as well as 2 classrooms (20 students each). The workshops are
being established and expected to be completed before the start of fall 2021/2022
(20221).
Meanwhile, the EET department is using Engineering College workshops/labs to run the
practical hours of the courses of the EPET program. A coordination between CAIT and
Engineering college was conducted under the umbrella of JU. All rules and regulation of
Engineering college were applied to both instructors and students. All information about
the labs used may be found in the following link:
https://www.jazanu.edu.sa/eng/en/laboratories-elec/
Lists of the major equipment’s of the Engineering College workshops/labs are listed in
Appendix C. The labs in Engineering College can easily accommodate up to 20 students.
All information about the labs used may be found in the following link:
https://www.jazanu.edu.sa/eng/en/laboratories-elec/
B. Computing Resources
Describe any computing resources (workstations, servers, storage, networks including
software) used by the students in the program, whether in program laboratories or other
parts of the institution (e.g., college). Include a discussion of the accessibility of institution-
wide computing resources available to all students via various locations such as student
housing, library, student union, off-campus, etc. State the hours the various computing
facilities are open to students. Assess the adequacy of these facilities to support the scholarly
and professional activities of the students and faculty in the program.
There is one computer lab inside CAIT Campus, located in the first floor at the main
building, room 009, which is enough for the current population in the college. There is a plan
to increase the number of computer labs in the near future on the increase of students’
enrolment.
C. Guidance
Describe how students in the program are provided appropriate guidance, including safety,
regarding the use of the modern tools, equipment, computing resources, and laboratories.
Most of the courses of EPET Program contain practical sessions, therefore there is a general
safety course (213MMET, Industrial Safety and Environment) which is common course for
all programs. Moreover, there is practical training offered for general safety.
Also, lab guide is in progress along with instructions and flyers regarding using
labs/workshops and precautions which must be followed for safety. The guide, posts and
flyers will be finished on completion of the lab/workshops by fall 20221.
Meanwhile, the students in EPET program are required to follow the instructions provided in
Engineering College labs/workshops. There is a lab assistant who guide the students inside
the lab together with the Professor for guidance on the equipment and understanding of the
experiment. Each lab has an accompanying sheet(s) that provide the experiment, and places
for data entry of measurements and calculations. Students are required to use standard bench
instrumentation such as function generators, oscilloscopes, multimeters, and power supplies.
The labs in Engineering College are equipped with computers and software applications for
further simulation and analysis.
Like any other college in Jazan University, CAIT is asking for an appropriation each year to
provide any adjunct pay, purchase and repair existing equipment, provide laptops for faculty
members, and support faculty development. However, the funding is constrained, the College
has used the available funding efficiently, and has been able to purchase and repair existing
equipment especially in computer labs and provide laptops and PCs for faculty members.
All programs of study have a budget that is allocated at the beginning of the year. These
funds can be used to hire teaching assistants, purchase and repair equipment, support student
clubs and extra-curricular activities, and for purchasing expendable supplies. Major repairs
are paid for by the Institution so as not to adversely impact program budgets. Faculty
The procedure to maintain and upgrade facilities and resources of EET department is under
the procedure of JU. In case of any malfunctioning of any of facilities and resources, a report
is sent to JU to take their action according to JU. However, there is a periodic check up is
conducted a week before the beginning of each semester to make sure that all facilities and
resources are working properly.
There are technicians for emergency maintenance who are appointed by Jazan University,
they are also responsible to prepare reports regarding other requirements for normal
maintenance and upgrading for facilities.
E. Library Services
Describe and evaluate the capability of the library (or libraries) to serve the program
including the adequacy of the library’s technical collection relative to the needs of the
program and the faculty, the adequacy of the process by which faculty may request the
library to order books or subscriptions, the library’s systems for locating and obtaining
electronic information, and any other library services relevant to the needs of the program.
Jazan University uses a huge electronic library, Saudi Digital Library (SDL), that may be
used by all students, faculty and staff members. SDL actively supports the academic
programs of the University.
The Saudi Digital Library (SDL) is one of the most prominent forms which provides
sophisticated information services, as well as providing digital information resources in
various forms, and making it accessible to faculty staff, researchers and students. It contains
the largest gathering of e-books, more than (310.000) e-books, in full text in various
scientific specializations, and more than 300 global publishers. The library is updated every
year to work closely with faculty and students to develop research skills and to provide a
wide range of support services that are designed to enhance the learning experience. The
print and electronic resources support the needs of all the engineering technology programs
while encouraging intellectual and personal growth.
Jazan University Electronic Library provides access to enormous number of books in both
print and electronic format, as well as print periodicals, government documents, compact
discs, videos, and other multimedia, and hundreds of electronic databases. Subscriptions to
those unique journals and newspapers, available in either print or online full text, provide the
latest information for all disciplines.
The instructors of EPET departments ensures that the text book they are using during
teaching their courses are available at SDL. Moreover, every academic year, a list of the new
requirements, regarding text books and references, is applied to JU for update. For students’
convenience, instructor assembles the material of their courses from SDL and print them out
and hand it on to the students.
The facilities in the College are well maintained. Equipment in disrepair is identified and
removed, especially if it is deemed unsafe. The equipment is either repaired or taken out of
service. The College is applied to have six laboratory technicians, two of them for EET
Department, that help to assure that our facilities and equipment are up-to-date and in
working order, as well as help in lab/workshop sessions. There is maintenance unit in CAIT,
as a part of Maintenance Unit in the Institution, which maintains all of the buildings on CAIT
campus, and the majority of costs associated with upkeep and repair come from Jazan
University. The priority of CAIT Maintenance Unit is updating existing teaching technology;
keep an eye in Classrooms, and providing adequate computer hardware and software for
faculty and students). The CAIT Maintenance Unit also is responsible for Computer labs and
facilitates lab exercises.
The facilities and Resources handbook is on progress, and it will be available on completion
of lab/workshops.
A. Leadership
Describe the leadership of the program and discuss its adequacy to ensure the quality and
continuity of the program and how the leadership is involved in decisions that affect the
program.
The EPET Program is directed by a EET Department Coordinator who reports directly to the
Dean of CAIT and Vice Dean of Academic Affairs. The organizational framework of the
department is depicted in the following flow chart for which EPET is shown with its liaison
to the right.
College Council
Dean’s Office
Department
Council
Technology Department
Coordinator of Electrical Power Engineering
Technology (EPET) Program
Course
Training Unit Scheduling Committee Coordination
QA & Academic
Examinations Committee Staff Members
Development Liaison
The Dean of CAIT organizes the budgets using historical data (i.e., student enrollments,
amount of expendable supplies used, etc.). Using the data as a baseline, each program
area is provided with an amount of the budget. CAIT receives an appropriation each year
for purchasing and students' activities, and social gathering.
The current process used to allocate budgets to program areas appears to be working.
However, adjustments are needed every couple of years to reflect student growth or
special needs for EPET Program.
3. To the extent not described above, describe how resources are provided to acquire,
maintain, and upgrade the infrastructures, facilities, and equipment used in the program.
Jazan University takes the responsibility to maintain all of the buildings on campus, and
the majority of costs associated with upkeep and repairs do not come from CAIT budgets.
This includes maintaining technological infrastructure, the repair or updating of all
instructional technology devices used in classrooms and laboratories. The priority of
Jazan University is updating existing teaching technology, investing in SMART
Classrooms, and providing adequate computer hardware and software for faculty and
students) in CAIT.
The Dean of CAIT submits financial plans and needs to Jazan University. In the annual
budget planning process, first the mission or strategic plan agenda to be funded and the
accompanying rationale are identified. Second, the resources required for accomplishing
that mission or plan must be determined and activities such as the purchase of supplies,
equipment, or allocation for travel expenses. Lastly, after the mission or plan is
established and institutional resources have been allocated for its achievement, it is
important that there is some measure of the success of the activities toward the targeted
goals.
C. Staffing
Describe the adequacy of the staff (administrative, instructional, and technical) and
institutional services provided to the program. Discuss methods used to retain and train staff.
Jazan University has allowed the College to fill necessary positions of faculties according to
the EET department and EPET Program needs. There is an adequate number of support staff,
and faculty for the College for EPET Program success. Currently, there are 6 full time
academic faculty to serve EET department and fulfill EPET program needs, they are:
1- 1 Assistant Professor as HoD, Dr Anil
2- 2 Assistant Professor, 1 Associate Professor , and 2 Instructors
There is also 5 administrative and 1 technical staff.
Mentorship is existed to training new faculty or staff. In CAIT, each new staff or faculty
member is assigned a peer mentor for the first year. This mentor meets regularly with the
new staff or faculty member to assist in their career development and to help answer
questions related to their job roles, teaching, or service. Orientation lectures for new faculty
members join the department are always conducted by senior faculty members in turns at the
beginning of each semester.
Candidates are then screened by the faculty of the EET department. This is usually done
with Skype interviews. Recommendations are then made to the Dean and then to Jazan
University for final approval. In this process, faculty takes the lead role in recommending
hires.
It is worth noting that no faculty members joined EET/CAIT and left the college in the
past five years.
It is worth noting that no faculty members joined EET/CAIT and left the college in the
past five years.
Despite COVID, faculty members are attended some of training conducted by JU and
CAIT, the following table lists these professional development activities:
Faculty Activity
Dr. Anwar Ulla Khan
Dr. Mashhood Hasan LOs assessment provided by CAIT
Direct and Indirect Assessment with Instant feedback
Dr. WAKEEL AHMAD
provided by CAIT
Dr. Zulkharnain Muhammad
Active Learning provided by CAIT
Eng. Osama Zankouti CS and CR consistency
Eng. Essa Asseri
Moreover, orientation lectures for new faculty members join the department are
always conducted by senior faculty members in turns at the beginning of each
semester.
[NOTE: It can be useful to list the program criteria requirements and then include a
description or reference for how the program satisfies each of those requirements. The
applicable program criteria could also include statements that add specificity to the
curricular and faculty requirements found in Criteria 5 and 6. These should be included in
the program’s required coursework.]
This section can consist of the listing of required topics and indicating which courses contain
that content. The program should expect to provide examples of student work in each topic
area to validate that the students are doing work related to each topic.
If a student qualifies for English Language as determined through “Placement Test, they can
be immediately enrolled into Technical English (193ENG) in Level 3 which is the first
semester in the EPET Program and skip lower level of English Language courses (000ENG,
001ENG, 002ENG, 003ENG, and 004ENG).
The EPET program criteria apply to engineering technology programs that include electrical
power. The program prepares graduates with knowledge, problem-solving ability and hands-on
skills, as well as values of timeliness and continuous improvement, and continuing professional
development to enter careers in the application, installation, operation and/or maintenance of
electrical/electronic(s) systems. EPET Program emphasize how things actually work, how
electrical systems are made and work, and the realization that most electrical components and
assemblies become parts of complex systems.
Curriculum
The EPET curriculum prepares Graduate Diploma12 degree graduates with the knowledge,
techniques, and skills of using modern equipment in electrical power technology, as well as
values of timeliness and continuous improvement, and continuing professional development. The
curriculum was designed for graduates who have strengths in application, installation,
assembling, operation and/or maintenance of electrical/electronic(s) systems. The program
prepares graduates for entry into industry as engineering technicians or for transfer to a
baccalaureate degree program as appropriate to support the program educational objectives. The
following curricular topics are, but not limited to the following:
a. the application of circuit analysis and design, computer programming, associated
software, analog and digital electronics, and microcomputers, and engineering standards
to the building, testing, operation, and maintenance of electrical/electronic(s) systems;
b. the application of natural sciences and mathematics at or above the level of algebra and
trigonometry to the building, testing, operation, and maintenance of electrical/electronic
systems.
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It is worth noting that according to the decree of the Ministry of Higher Education No. 59480/4/42 and the decree
of JU Council No. 8/5/1442, the “Associate of Science” had been modified and upgraded to be “Graduate Diploma”
to comply with the Saudi Standard Classification of Educational Specializations. The decree was in action since the
start of Academic Year 2020/2021 (Fall 20211).
The above 6 criteria (the 2 ETAC criteria and extra 4 criteria by the EPET Program) have
been assembled and listed in the next table with their corresponding SOs.
Mapping of ETAC criteria with the courses provided by the EPET program
Engineering Technology knowledge:
All EPET courses
(a) Use of basic engineering mechanics
The application of natural sciences and
mathematics at or above the level of algebra
and trigonometry use of modern equipment
in mechanical engineering technology:
All EPET courses
(b) Application of principles of geometric
dimensioning and tolerance.
(c) Use of computer aided drafting and
design software.
Strengths in specifying, installing, building,
testing, documenting, operating, selling or:
(d) Selection, set-up, and calibration of
measurement tools/instrumentation
(e) Preparation of lab reports and systems All EPET courses
documentation associated with
development, installation, or
maintenance of mechanical components
and systems.
Communication 232EPET, 251EPET, 181EPET, and 291EPET
Engineering standards to the building,
testing, operation, and maintaining basic
mechanical systems: All EPET courses
(f) Basic familiarity and use of industry
codes, specifications, and standards
Project management:
(g) An integrating or capstone experience All EPET courses
utilizing skills acquired in the program
All EPET courses, except 112EPET, 113EPET,
Life-long learning
114EPET, and 221EPET
Faculty
The EPET program demonstrates that faculty members are maintaining currency in their
specialty areas.
I P
types of mathematical symbols.
P
polynomials, simplification of rational
expressions.
I P
using the partial fractions.
I P
independently and meet deadlines.
6 Partial fractions 6
P
geometry.
I
trigonometric functions.
I
trigonometric identities.
I
a complex number.
P
in some special functions.
CLO3
P
develop the concept of Laplace Transform.
P P I P
types of probability and probability
distributions.
I
independently and meet deadlines.
DC motor
Speed control
6 Using armature current
8
Sheet 2
Experiment lab 2
DC motor
Speed control
7 8
Sheet 3
Experiment lab 3
8 Review of Theoretical Content. 4
Total 60
1. Name
Anwar Ulla Khan
2. Education – degree, discipline, institution, year
PhD in Electrical Engineering, Jamia Millia Islamia (Central University), India,
July 2017
M. Tech. in Electrical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Aligarh Muslim
University, India, December 2011
B.Tech. in Electrical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Integral University,
India, July 2008
3. Academic experience – institution, rank, title (chair, coordinator, etc. if appropriate),
when (ex. 1990-1995), full time or part time
Post-Doctoral Fellow, Electrical Engineering Department- IIT Madras-
Chennai- India– (2017 – 2018) – Full Time
Project Scientist, Instrument Design Development Centre- IIT Delhi- New Delhi-
India– (2015 – 2017) – Full Time
Assistant Professor, NIET, Noida, India– (2012 – 2012) – Full Time
Lecturer, Integral University, Lucknow, India– (2008 – 2009) – Full Time
Assistant Professor, HoD of Electrical Engineering Technology Department,
College of Applied Industrial Technology (CAIT), Jazan University,
Jazan – Saudi Arabia (2018 – till now) – Full Time
4. Non-academic experience – company or entity, title, brief description of position, when
(ex. 1993-1999), full time or part time
NA
5. Certifications or professional registrations
None
6. Current membership in professional organizations
Member IEEE
7. Honors and awards
None
8. Service activities (within and outside of the institution)
Coordinator Electrical Engineering Technology Department
Member, Academic advisory
Committee Member, Development of new courses
Committee Member, Quality Assurance
9. Briefly list the most important publications and presentations from the past five years –
title, co-authors if any, where published and/or presented, date of publication or
presentation
1. T. Islam, A. U. Khan, J. Akhtar, and M. Z. U. Rahman, “A digital hygrometer for
trace moisture measurement,” IEEE Transactions on Industrial Electronics, vol. 61,
DOI 10.1109/TIE.2013.2297295, no. 10, pp. 5599–5605, Oct. 2014.
1. The Institution
a. Name and address of the institution.
Jazan University, Almaareffa Road, Jazan – KSA.
b. Name and title of the chief executive officer of the institution.
Dr. Maarei Bin Hussein Alkahtani
c. Name and title of the person submitting the Self-Study Report.
Dr. Essam Shaban
Coordinator of Quality Assurance Unit in CAIT, Jazan University, Jazan – KSA.
d. Name the organizations by which the institution is now accredited, and the dates of the
initial and most recent accreditation evaluations.
National Commission for Academic Accreditation and Assessment (NCAAA)
2. Type of Control
Description of the type of managerial control of the institution, e.g., private-non-profit,
private-other, denominational, state, federal, public-other, etc.
Public-non-profit
3. Educational Unit
Describe the educational unit in which the program is located including the administrative
chain of responsibility from the individual responsible for the program to the chief executive
officer of the institution. Include names and titles. An organization chart may be included.
The Rector
The Rector is the chief executive officer of the institution and oversees the operation of the
institution, including the academic, financial, student services, and external communication
programs in consultation with the vice rectors of each of these areas. The Rector also serves
as the Jazan University (JU) representative to the Ministry of High Education – KSA.
Vice Rector for Academic Affairs
The Office of the Vice Rector for Academic Affairs maintains the integrity of JU academic
mission by overseeing academic programs, policies, procedures, calendars, academic
appointments, promotion and tenure, and faculty grants and fellowships. Positions that report
to Academic Affairs include academic Deans, the Deanship of the Quality Assurance and
Academic Development, and the Deanship of the Community Services.
College Dean, Vice Dean for Academic Affairs, and Department Chairs
They are charged with implementing academic policies. They have authority to supervise the
academic functions of faculty members within their academic units.
Coordinator of the Quality Assurance
He is charged with assisting Dean with academic functions including;
1- Developing curriculum revisions
2- Maintaining accreditation and generating the program review reports
3- Directing program faculty
Program Faculty
Each faculty member within EET Department is responsible for the development and
delivery of his courses within the constraints of the EPET program objectives and outcomes.
Faculty members are also responsible for the assessment of course outcomes (CLOs) and the
contribution of the course outcomes to the program or students outcomes (SOs) to ensure
students are meeting program outcomes and objectives. The command and coordination
structure of the Department of Technology is shown below
6. Credit Unit
It is assumed that one semester or quarter credit normally represents one class hour or three
laboratory hours per week. One academic year normally represents at least 28 weeks of
classes, exclusive of final examinations. If other standards are used for this program, the
differences should be indicated.
The university operates on a 16-week semester for fall and spring providing 32 weeks of
instruction and examination during one fiscal year. At Jazan University, 1 credit hour is
awarded for 1 class hour. Laboratory hours, in general, are 2 contact hours for 1 credit hour.
7. Tables
Complete the following tables for the program undergoing evaluation.
Undergrad
Enrollment Year Degrees Awarded
Total
Total
Grad
Academic Year
Give official fall term enrollment figures (head count) for the current and preceding four academic years and undergraduate and
graduate degrees conferred during each of those years. The "current" year means the academic year preceding the on-site visit.
FT--full time
PT--part time
Year1: 2020/2021
HEAD COUNT
FTE2
FT PT
Administrative2 1 --
Faculty (tenure-track)3 4 --
Other Faculty (excluding student
-- 2
Assistants)
Student Teaching Assistants4 -- --
Technicians/Specialists -- --
Office/Clerical Employees 5 --
Others5 -- --
Only the Dean or Dean’s Delegate can electronically submit the Self-study Report.