The handbook has been developed to describe some of the expectations of our members and to outline the policy and MSc in Mathematics in the department. For more information, please visit the department's website via the university's online portal at. The College of Science at King Khalid University was established as a branch of the College of Education at King Saud University in Abha.
The establishment was based on the recommendation of the Supreme Committee for Education Policy in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia under the chairmanship of His Royal Highness Prince Sultan bin Abdul Aziz (may Allah have mercy on him). The Department of Science Studies, the core of the current College of Science, offered two programs, a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a Bachelor of Science in Physics. In the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Abdullah bin Abdul Aziz (may Allah have mercy on him) announced the establishment of King Khalid University in Abha by merging the branches in the southern region, namely Imam Muhammad bin Saud Islamic University. branch and branch of King Saud University.
Royal Assent was granted for the university's academic structure (colleges, institutes and supporting deaneries). As part of the new academic structure, the College of Natural Sciences includes four departments, namely biology, chemistry, mathematics and physics. The Department of Mathematics was originally established as one of the departments of the College of Education in 1396 as King Saud University in Abha.
Organization Chart
6 Department’s Research groups
Analysis, Geometry and Their Applications
Algebra, Number Theory and Their Applications
Applied Mathematics
Statistics and Probability
Research Activities in the Department
7 The Advisory Committees
Goals of the Advisory Committee
Advisory Committee
Composition of the Advisory Committee
8 The Department Committees and Units
Social Affairs
Scientific Research & Graduate Studies
Academic Guidance & Students Affairs
Human Resource Development
Technical Affairs and Follow up
Programs & Curricula
Educational Services
Quality & Development
Schedules & Examinations
Measurements & Evaluations
9 BSc in Mathematics Program
Mission
Goals
Graduate Attributes
Student Admission
Program Learning Outcomes
Teaching and Learning Strategies to Achieve Program Learning Outcomes
Total Credit hours for completing the program (126)
Program Regulations
Evaluation of Program Quality Matrix
Definition
Tasks of the Teaching Staff Members
Teaching Load
11 Student Assessment Methods Policies and Regulations
Assessment Methods
Summative Assessments
Interim Testing
Other Assessment Methods
Assessment Instructions
Examination and Grading System
KKU | Department of Mathematics Page 26 of 39 relevant semesters or during the study period and if the student fails to improve the percentage, admission to the program will be cancelled. The examination process is controlled and monitored in the hierarchy by the examination committees of the department and the college exclusively in accordance with the established policies. The teacher(s), coordinator and knowledge area leaders of the course are responsible for the smooth handling of the course, to conduct and assess the examination and to publish the result.
The evaluation of student performance in each course is measured and graded on the following scale. A subsequent student must complete all credit hours in the curriculum with a minimum of 60% scored in each individual course of the program. The graduating students must then complete the defined duration of the program in levels or semesters in five years.
The student receives a maximum of three consecutive academic probations for having a cumulative GPA lower than 2.0 out of 5.0 based on the recommendations of the department and university councils. The University Council may grant a fourth chance to a student who can improve his cumulative GPA by studying the available courses. If a student does not fulfill the graduation requirements within maximum additional periods equal to half of the period set for his graduation in the original period of study, the University Council may make an exception and allow the student to complete the graduation requirements within an additional period of a maximum duration corresponding to that determined for the degree.
The University Council may make an exception and allow students falling under (a) or (b) to complete their studies within an additional period of two semesters.
Assignment Policies and Regulations
Assignment Formatting
Assignments Grading
Assessment, implementation and grading (theory, practical, quizzes, assignments, etc.) undergo specific procedures to ensure the quality of the examination procedures. There are certain rules that invigilators and course coordinators must follow before, during and after the exam. All invigilators should be aware of his/her duties in case of misconduct, fraud or cheating on the part of a student.
In the event of a problem with grades (inflation or deflation), several processes are undertaken to ensure that exams truly reflect students' knowledge and skills. The process begins with a request from the head of department to the course coordinator to provide justification. The department head may discuss this matter with the department board to decide the resolution of this matter.
Before the exam
The examination board will post the seating plan at the entrance to the examination room (colleges of science). Invigilators are responsible for ensuring that students sit at the designated desks, according to the seating plan. However, as seating plans are not available for central halls, hall invigilators must randomize each student as he/she enters the hall.
The invigilator(s) must ask the students to write their names and student numbers in the examination booklets and answer sheets. The student must not open the exam booklet and start the exam (this action is considered cheating). Students may not be allowed to enter the exam room after the first 30 minutes of the exam period.
During the Exam
Invigilators must not disrupt the examination process, including but not limited to the following actions: unnecessary conversation with other invigilators, answering cell phone calls, and playing videos or music tracks. Supervisors must report to the vice-dean for academic affairs as soon as possible if he/she finds unacceptable behavior by another supervisor. In emergency situations where it is necessary for an invigilator to leave the exam room, he/she must call another faculty member to register in his/her place and notify the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs.
The head of department should come to the examination hall and check the preparation process in the courses taught by the same department. In addition, they are encouraged to make a random visit to the exam room during the exam. Course Coordinators are responsible for submitting a complete and accurate examination report (form is attached) on each course, documenting the names of the proctors and students.
Supervisors are responsible for immediately reporting incidents and violations, including cheating, to the Vice Dean for Academic Affairs. Fraud reports must be submitted by the invigilators directly to the vice dean for academic affairs.
After the Exam
During fraud incidents and other violations, actions must be carried out as quietly and discreetly as possible.
Cheating Incidents and Misconduct
When this happens a second time, invigilators must prevent students from attending the exam and write a cheating report. Supervisor must inform his/her colleague without being noticed by the students involved in the cheating. Then at least two supervisors must witness the cheating incident and then write the cheating report.
The invigilator asks the person for his/her ID and immediately calls the vice dean. The second time, invigilators must withdraw and sign the student's exam material. Based on the academic year, each course coordinator uploads the course description/syllabi to the KKU e-learning platform called Blackboard at the beginning of each semester.
This description includes a brief course description, course learning outcomes (CLOs), teaching strategies, assessment methods, resources, list of topics (theory and practical), time for each section, campus location where the course is taught, suggested exam time, instructions, required reference works , instructor office hours, contact information and course policies. At the end of each semester, the course coordinator must deliver the course report forms using National Center for Academic Accreditation and Evaluation (NCAAA) formats along with SPSS grade analysis, the assessment methods used blueprint and assessment methods mapping CLOs to PLOs forms to the department head. Any problems or variations in the students' performance in a particular course are discussed in the department board, and recommendations are made, and action plans for improvements come into force next semester.
All documents regarding the course outcomes are discussed with the quality assurance committee and delivered to the collegiate council for any further action. After implementing the action plans, the department must follow up on the implemented actions and give the feedback to the department and college councils. The Department of Mathematics has drawn up a comprehensive research plan, including strategies for faculty to increase their research and publication output.
The Deanery for Scientific Research offers funding for research to promote successful work through two types of grants: the General Research Project and the Research Groups (s.kku.edu.sa/8X). Collaborative research projects between different departments are considered important and are heavily funded by the university.
Research Requirements
The University aims to advance knowledge through creative research and scholarship in a wide range of academic disciplines and nurture a high-quality graduate research environment. The Deanship of Scientific Research is one of King Khalid University's service providers engaged in promoting innovation, creativity and excellence for faculty, researchers. The grant fund is intended for both Saudi and non-Saudi faculty members.
The focus of faculty research is mostly on Applied Mathematics, Algebra, Analysis, and Probability and Statistics.
Excellence Awards
The Department of Mathematics offers the community access to cultural activities, to create services for the benefit of the community. The department aims to promote community-oriented research to create services for the benefit of the community, to develop research or consultancy programs focusing on the requirements of local communities. The department emphasizes meeting the needs and serving the community through the recruitment of qualified and experienced faculty, the graduation of qualified mathematicians as attached to the program's Mission and Vision Statement and Strategic Plan.
These services are provided at various levels within the department through the Development and Quality Committee, the Academic Affairs and Educational Experience Committee, and the Scientific Research Committee. KKU exhibits a high degree of interaction with its community, which is reflected in various facilities and units involved in various community service activities. It has achieved significant success in establishing and patronizing several community support units.
Workshops and Training
Promotion
Conferences
KKU | Department of Mathematics Page 37 of 39 to participate in conferences has been developed and implemented recently by the University of King Khalid (s.kku.edu.sa/8Y).
Department Awards
Department Evaluation
