Total Credit Hours Required to Finish the Degree ( 72 Credit Hours ) as Follows
Faculty Requirements
Students must pass all of the following courses
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| 300131150 | ARABIC LANGUAGE | This course aims to teach the students the basics of Arabic language, and the methods of correct writing starting from the word itself till the syntax and expressions, the course focuses in particular on correct practice of the Arabic language in writing and pronouncing. | 3 | - | 3 |
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| 300131230 | ENGLISH LANGUAGE | This course is designed for a pre-intermediate level. Classes focus on speaking, listening, reading and writing skills as well as vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation. Classes are interactive and student-centered, and you will be encouraged to work individually, in pairs and in groups. | 3 | - | 3 |
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| 300132140 | ENTREPRENEURSHIP | This course focuses on enabling students to understand entrepreneurship in a practical and simplified way, starting from its definition and its role in society, moving through identifying personal entrepreneurial traits such as leadership and creativity, and ending with acquiring essential skills such as time management, decision-making, and problem-solving. The student is introduced to the concept of small projects and the characteristics of self-employment, as well as success stories of young entrepreneurs, including planning, idea development, and selecting the appropriate business model. The course also includes preparing an integrated business plan covering marketing, pricing, and digital promotion, and provides students with the basics of financial management, cost estimation, and financing methods. It also gives students the opportunity to learn about digital transformation tools, e-commerce, freelancing, and applications of artificial intelligence in entrepreneurship, aiming to enhance students’ readiness for the modern job market. | 2 | - | 3 |
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| 300132210 | COMBATING CORRUPTION (CHALLENGES AND SOLUTIONS) | This course aims to introduce students to the concept of corruption, its causes, and its impacts, with a focus on the principles of integrity, transparency, and accountability, as well as methods of preventing and combating corruption within institutions and society. | 3 | - | 3 |
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| 300132250 | PHYSICAL ACTIVITY | This course focuses on the practical application of various sports activities with the aim of developing physical fitness and motor skills, while promoting teamwork and discipline through diverse exercises and athletic training activities. | - | 1 |
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| 300132270 | DIGITAL SKILLS | This course aims to enhance students’ skills in modern information technology concepts, digital device usage, and contemporary computer applications in practical life, as well as internet usage, information security concepts, and data analysis. It also focuses on applying the acquired concepts and skills using computer-based applications. | 1 | - | 3 |
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Specialization Requirements
Students must pass all of the following courses
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| 300141110 | INTRODUCTION TO OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY, HEALTH, AND ENVIRONMENT | This course aims to prepare students to communicate fluently in Arabic within occupational health and safety contexts. It develops students’ competence in understanding and using technical terminology related to health and safety, such as hazards, risk assessment, procedures, prevention, and first aid. The course also aims to enhance students’ knowledge of Arabic grammar, writing skills, and communication through presentations in the field of occupational health and safety. It provides practical training in professional writing skills through the preparation of incident reports, inspection reports, and preventive procedures, as well as developing the ability to draft memos, letters, and awareness materials such as posters and brochures, supporting practical applications that simulate real workplace environments. The course also helps students understand health and safety laws and regulations in accordance with Palestinian regulatory standards, thereby promoting awareness of safety culture and reducing accidents and injuries. | 3 | - | 3 |
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| 300141120 | GENERAL CHEMISTRY AND ITS APPLICATIONS IN OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH | This course aims to provide students with fundamental knowledge and concepts in general chemistry, with a focus on industrial applications and their relevance to occupational health and safety specializations. It covers basic chemical terminology such as molecular and atomic structure, chemical bonding, chemical reactions, solutions, acids and bases, thermochemistry, and organic chemistry, as well as how to integrate these concepts into various industrial chemistry applications. The course also includes the analysis of chemical hazards in different work environments, understanding the behavior of hazardous chemicals, and handling them safely to minimize accidents and injuries. It emphasizes how to read and interpret Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), apply them to identify hazards and control measures, and understand emergency plans, fire safety procedures, and the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). In addition, the course provides students with basic applied knowledge in qualitative and quantitative chemical analysis skills to identify and measure different chemical substances in industrial environments. | 2 | - | 3 |
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| 300141130 | FUNCTIONAL ANATOMY AND THE EFFECTS OF OCCUPATIONAL HAZARDS | This course aims to introduce students to the basic concepts of the anatomical structure and vital functions of the body systems and organs and how they interact with each other. It focuses on studying the structure of the main organs and tissues of the human body and understanding the relationship between structure and function. The course also highlights potential risks that may affect body functions, such as injuries, diseases, environmental factors, and occupational hazards in the workplace. It includes an introduction to common occupational diseases such as chemical poisoning and respiratory diseases, as well as physical, biological, and psychological hazards and their impact on human health. The course develops students’ ability to assess various health risks and design effective control strategies, and it also includes training on implementing health monitoring programs in accordance with Ministry of Health standards and international guidelines (NIOSH). | - | 2 |
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| 300141150 | STATISTICAL ANALYSIS OF OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH DATA | This course aims to provide students with the necessary skills to analyze occupational health and safety data in workplace environments using various statistical methods. It focuses on developing a comprehensive understanding of how statistics can be applied to identify hazards, evaluate the effectiveness of preventive measures, and make informed decisions to improve working conditions and reduce accidents and injuries. The course introduces students to basic statistical concepts such as descriptive and inferential statistics, types of data and their representation and analysis, as well as principles of probability and statistical distributions. It also covers the analysis of workplace accident and injury data, occupational diseases, and exposure data related to various workplace hazards. The course further equips students with the skills to interpret statistical results, draw meaningful conclusions, and provide recommendations to enhance occupational health and safety in different work environments. In addition, it includes practical applications using specialized statistical software such as SPSS, Excel, and R to analyze large datasets effectively, and to develop occupational health and safety key performance indicators such as frequency rate, severity rate, and TRIR to evaluate the effectiveness of prevention programs. | 1 | - | 2 |
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| 300141160 | COMMUNICATION SKILLS | This course aims to develop students’ communication and interpersonal skills by enhancing their abilities in dialogue, active listening, teamwork, and both oral and written communication within academic and professional environments. | 2 | - | 2 |
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| 300141200 | MANAGEMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY SYSTEMS (ISO 45001) | This course aims to enable students to understand, interpret, and apply the requirements of the international standard ISO 45001:2018 to support the establishment and operation of integrated Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) management systems capable of reducing occupational risks and continuously improving workplace performance, while equipping students with the skills to implement preventive management principles and align the system with local and international legislation to ensure worker protection and workplace sustainability, and it covers all elements of OH&S management through the PDCA (Plan–Do–Check–Act) cycle including defining organizational context and stakeholders, ensuring regulatory compliance, identifying and assessing risks and opportunities, preparing risk registers, and developing key documentation such as OH&S policies, objectives, performance indicators, emergency plans, and document control systems, as well as training students in emergency response planning and incident investigation to reduce recurrence and improve performance, in addition to practical training through simulated internal audits based on ISO 19011:2018 from audit planning and checklist preparation to reporting non-conformities and corrective actions, along with the study of real industrial case scenarios in alignment with local and international standards. | 2 | - | 2 |
300141110 INTRODUCTION TO OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY, HEALTH, AND ENVIRONMENT This course aims to prepare students to communicate fluently in Arabic within occupational health and safety contexts. It develops students’ competence in understanding and using technical terminology related to health and safety, such as hazards, risk assessment, procedures, prevention, and first aid. The course also aims to enhance students’ knowledge of Arabic grammar, writing skills, and communication through presentations in the field of occupational health and safety. It provides practical training in professional writing skills through the preparation of incident reports, inspection reports, and preventive procedures, as well as developing the ability to draft memos, letters, and awareness materials such as posters and brochures, supporting practical applications that simulate real workplace environments. The course also helps students understand health and safety laws and regulations in accordance with Palestinian regulatory standards, thereby promoting awareness of safety culture and reducing accidents and injuries. |
| 300141270 | CHEMISTRY OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS AND SAFETY APPLICATIONS | This course aims to introduce students to the fundamental concepts related to hazardous chemical substances and their physical and chemical properties, with emphasis on different types of hazardous chemicals such as toxic, flammable, explosive, and corrosive materials, as well as their classification according to international standards and regulations, and understanding their health and environmental effects and methods for assessing associated risks in various workplace environments. The course also covers safe handling of hazardous chemicals, including storage, transportation, and handling procedures, the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and reading and understanding Safety Data Sheets (SDS), along with compliance with general safety requirements such as ventilation standards and warning labels, in addition to emergency preparedness and response to incidents such as spills, explosions, and chemical accidents. It includes practical applications and laboratory training to prepare students to analyze past chemical incidents and design effective preventive procedures and emergency plans, thereby enhancing critical thinking, rapid response, and readiness to work within occupational safety teams in accordance with international standards such as GHS and OSHA regulations. | 2 | - | 3 |
300141120 GENERAL CHEMISTRY AND ITS APPLICATIONS IN OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH This course aims to provide students with fundamental knowledge and concepts in general chemistry, with a focus on industrial applications and their relevance to occupational health and safety specializations. It covers basic chemical terminology such as molecular and atomic structure, chemical bonding, chemical reactions, solutions, acids and bases, thermochemistry, and organic chemistry, as well as how to integrate these concepts into various industrial chemistry applications. The course also includes the analysis of chemical hazards in different work environments, understanding the behavior of hazardous chemicals, and handling them safely to minimize accidents and injuries. It emphasizes how to read and interpret Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), apply them to identify hazards and control measures, and understand emergency plans, fire safety procedures, and the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). In addition, the course provides students with basic applied knowledge in qualitative and quantitative chemical analysis skills to identify and measure different chemical substances in industrial environments. |
| 300141280 | INDUSTRIAL ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABILITY | This course aims to provide students with a scientific understanding of the interrelationship between industrial activity and environmental systems, focusing on the impact of industrial pollutants such as air, water, and soil contaminants on the environment and health in workplace settings. It trains students to assess environmental risks, analyze pollution sources and their dispersion pathways, enabling them to develop preventive solutions that reduce environmental and health impacts in work sites. The course emphasizes the application of environmental sustainability principles in industrial management through pollution reduction at the source, efficient resource utilization, and proper recycling practices, while ensuring compliance with local and international regulatory standards such as GHS and EPA. It also provides students with the opportunity to design and implement comprehensive environmental monitoring plans, including identification of key pollutants, selection of monitoring locations, establishment of quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) protocols, and data analysis for the preparation of professional reports that support decision-making and workplace improvement. In addition, the course includes case studies, simulation exercises, and field visits, helping students connect theoretical concepts with practical application, analyze past environmental incidents, and develop emergency and preventive action plans, ultimately preparing them to join environmental, health, and safety teams and contribute to building safe and sustainable industrial environments. | 2 | - | 2 |
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| 300141290 | OCCUPATIONAL RISK MANAGEMENT AND ASSESSMENT | This course aims to equip students with advanced skills required for assessing and controlling occupational risks in various professional work environments, with emphasis on both local and international standards adopted in risk management and reduction. It covers the identification of occupational hazards (physical, chemical, and biological) and trains students to analyze their severity and likelihood of occurrence, as well as classify them according to risk levels. The course also provides training in the application of key risk assessment tools, including risk matrices, FMEA, HAZOP, and JSA, along with advanced methodologies aligned with ISO 31000:2018 and EU-OSHA standards. In addition, it focuses on designing and developing risk control plans using the hierarchy of controls (elimination, substitution, engineering controls, administrative controls, and personal protective equipment), while enabling students to simulate real workplace scenarios such as construction sites and chemical laboratories. The course further develops students’ ability to prepare comprehensive professional reports for risk evaluation and management in accordance with local and international regulatory frameworks and Ministry of Labor standards, thereby enhancing their capacity to improve workplace conditions, ensure worker safety, and support the sustainability of occupational health systems. | 2 | - | 2 |
300141110 INTRODUCTION TO OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY, HEALTH, AND ENVIRONMENT This course aims to prepare students to communicate fluently in Arabic within occupational health and safety contexts. It develops students’ competence in understanding and using technical terminology related to health and safety, such as hazards, risk assessment, procedures, prevention, and first aid. The course also aims to enhance students’ knowledge of Arabic grammar, writing skills, and communication through presentations in the field of occupational health and safety. It provides practical training in professional writing skills through the preparation of incident reports, inspection reports, and preventive procedures, as well as developing the ability to draft memos, letters, and awareness materials such as posters and brochures, supporting practical applications that simulate real workplace environments. The course also helps students understand health and safety laws and regulations in accordance with Palestinian regulatory standards, thereby promoting awareness of safety culture and reducing accidents and injuries. |
| 300142110 | TRAFFIC SAFETY MANAGEMENT IN WORKPLACES | This course aims to help students establish and manage safe traffic systems within industrial workplaces and construction projects, ensuring worker protection and reducing incidents caused by vehicle collisions and run-over accidents. It focuses on organizing the safe and efficient movement of equipment and vehicles, as well as identifying and assessing associated risks and developing proactive strategies to minimize potential hazards and improve working conditions. The course introduces students to the principles of traffic safety in workplace environments, including internal traffic signage systems in accordance with international standards such as ISO 7010 and ANSI Z535, and covers the planning of safe routes for vehicles and pedestrians within sites, including road layout design, turning points, loading and unloading zones, and protective barriers. It also includes analysis of collision and run-over incidents to develop preventive strategies and emergency response plans for traffic-related accidents. Practical training involves designing traffic flow maps for vehicles and pedestrians, conducting simulations to evaluate traffic systems and internal signage effectiveness, and developing traffic safety awareness programs to enhance safety culture in industrial sites. The course further equips students with skills to prepare traffic risk assessment reports and continuous improvement plans aligned with local and international regulations such as ISO 16001 and the Internal Traffic Control Handbook. | 2 | - | 2 |
300141110 INTRODUCTION TO OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY, HEALTH, AND ENVIRONMENT This course aims to prepare students to communicate fluently in Arabic within occupational health and safety contexts. It develops students’ competence in understanding and using technical terminology related to health and safety, such as hazards, risk assessment, procedures, prevention, and first aid. The course also aims to enhance students’ knowledge of Arabic grammar, writing skills, and communication through presentations in the field of occupational health and safety. It provides practical training in professional writing skills through the preparation of incident reports, inspection reports, and preventive procedures, as well as developing the ability to draft memos, letters, and awareness materials such as posters and brochures, supporting practical applications that simulate real workplace environments. The course also helps students understand health and safety laws and regulations in accordance with Palestinian regulatory standards, thereby promoting awareness of safety culture and reducing accidents and injuries. |
| 300142120 | APPLIED TOXICOLOGY IN INDUSTRIAL ENVIRONMENTS | This course aims to help students understand the practical foundations of toxicology in industrial environments, focusing on how toxic substances affect vital organs such as the nervous system, respiratory system, liver, and kidneys. It examines occupational exposure routes including inhalation, dermal absorption, and ingestion, and explains the dose–response relationship as well as the influence of individual and environmental factors on the severity of toxicity. The course emphasizes internationally recognized exposure limits such as TLV, REL, and PEL, and relates them to applicable Palestinian legal requirements, enabling students to analyze environmental and biological monitoring data and identify preventive intervention points. It also covers occupational toxicity reduction strategies through the hierarchy of controls, including engineering controls such as local exhaust ventilation, administrative controls such as safe work procedures, and medical controls such as health surveillance and periodic examinations. In addition, the course includes practical training in interpreting Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and applying them in storage, handling, and emergency response situations, as well as case studies involving industrial scenarios, exposure assessment planning, direct scenario analysis, and the preparation of comprehensive professional reports for risk evaluation and preventive recommendations to ensure regulatory compliance and continuous improvement. | 2 | - | 2 |
300141130 FUNCTIONAL ANATOMY AND THE EFFECTS OF OCCUPATIONAL HAZARDS This course aims to introduce students to the basic concepts of the anatomical structure and vital functions of the body systems and organs and how they interact with each other. It focuses on studying the structure of the main organs and tissues of the human body and understanding the relationship between structure and function. The course also highlights potential risks that may affect body functions, such as injuries, diseases, environmental factors, and occupational hazards in the workplace. It includes an introduction to common occupational diseases such as chemical poisoning and respiratory diseases, as well as physical, biological, and psychological hazards and their impact on human health. The course develops students’ ability to assess various health risks and design effective control strategies, and it also includes training on implementing health monitoring programs in accordance with Ministry of Health standards and international guidelines (NIOSH). 300141270 CHEMISTRY OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS AND SAFETY APPLICATIONS This course aims to introduce students to the fundamental concepts related to hazardous chemical substances and their physical and chemical properties, with emphasis on different types of hazardous chemicals such as toxic, flammable, explosive, and corrosive materials, as well as their classification according to international standards and regulations, and understanding their health and environmental effects and methods for assessing associated risks in various workplace environments. The course also covers safe handling of hazardous chemicals, including storage, transportation, and handling procedures, the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and reading and understanding Safety Data Sheets (SDS), along with compliance with general safety requirements such as ventilation standards and warning labels, in addition to emergency preparedness and response to incidents such as spills, explosions, and chemical accidents. It includes practical applications and laboratory training to prepare students to analyze past chemical incidents and design effective preventive procedures and emergency plans, thereby enhancing critical thinking, rapid response, and readiness to work within occupational safety teams in accordance with international standards such as GHS and OSHA regulations. |
| 300142130 | OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH: PHYSICAL, BIOLOGICAL, AND PSYCHOLOGICAL HAZARDS | This course aims to provide students with the essential knowledge and skills required to identify, assess, and manage physical, biological, and psychosocial hazards in industrial and service workplace environments. It focuses on common occupational diseases such as chemical poisoning, work-related hearing loss, and occupational lung diseases, as well as understanding how these hazards affect employee health and productivity. The course covers the design of health surveillance programs in accordance with Ministry of Health and NIOSH standards to monitor occupational exposure and ensure compliance with preventive requirements. In addition, students are trained to develop comprehensive preventive strategies to reduce physical hazards such as noise and radiation, and biological hazards such as viruses and bacteria. It also addresses psychosocial risks such as work stress and fatigue and their impact on overall health and workplace quality. The course balances theoretical and practical aspects through case studies and applied exercises, including workplace assessments, analysis of health monitoring results, and the development of comprehensive occupational health improvement plans. | 3 | - | 3 |
300141130 FUNCTIONAL ANATOMY AND THE EFFECTS OF OCCUPATIONAL HAZARDS This course aims to introduce students to the basic concepts of the anatomical structure and vital functions of the body systems and organs and how they interact with each other. It focuses on studying the structure of the main organs and tissues of the human body and understanding the relationship between structure and function. The course also highlights potential risks that may affect body functions, such as injuries, diseases, environmental factors, and occupational hazards in the workplace. It includes an introduction to common occupational diseases such as chemical poisoning and respiratory diseases, as well as physical, biological, and psychological hazards and their impact on human health. The course develops students’ ability to assess various health risks and design effective control strategies, and it also includes training on implementing health monitoring programs in accordance with Ministry of Health standards and international guidelines (NIOSH). |
| 300142140 | ADVANCED FIRE FIGHTING SYSTEMS AND CRISIS MANAGEMENT | This course aims to provide students with the knowledge required to design and operate integrated fire protection systems in commercial and industrial facilities in accordance with the Palestinian Civil Defense Code and NFPA standards, and it covers the principles of fire behavior, hazard classification, and fire load, as well as the design of comprehensive fire suppression systems including automatic sprinklers, hydrant networks, standpipe systems, and fire pumps, and their integration with detection, alarm, and control systems, in addition to simplified hydraulic calculations, component selection criteria, and inspection and maintenance requirements, while enabling students to analyze different types of fire extinguishers such as AFFF/AR-AFFF foams, dry chemical powders, and clean/inert gases (CO?, inert agents, FK-5-1-12), and their safe application in special hazards such as laboratories, generator rooms, commercial kitchens, and high-rise storage facilities, and the course also addresses emergency fire management including evacuation planning, activation of the Incident Command System (ICS), coordination with civil defense and external agencies, and post-incident procedures such as documentation, investigation, root cause analysis, and corrective and preventive actions, along with modern applications of artificial intelligence in early fire detection and smart suppression systems through IoT sensors, computer vision, predictive analytics, and integration with BMS/SCADA systems to improve response time and reduce false alarms, in addition to practical training through drawing and interpreting plans, control matrices, evacuation simulations, and designing complete fire protection systems in compliance with NFPA standards including NFPA 101, 13, 14, 20, 25, 72, and 2001. | 2 | - | 3 |
300141110 INTRODUCTION TO OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY, HEALTH, AND ENVIRONMENT This course aims to prepare students to communicate fluently in Arabic within occupational health and safety contexts. It develops students’ competence in understanding and using technical terminology related to health and safety, such as hazards, risk assessment, procedures, prevention, and first aid. The course also aims to enhance students’ knowledge of Arabic grammar, writing skills, and communication through presentations in the field of occupational health and safety. It provides practical training in professional writing skills through the preparation of incident reports, inspection reports, and preventive procedures, as well as developing the ability to draft memos, letters, and awareness materials such as posters and brochures, supporting practical applications that simulate real workplace environments. The course also helps students understand health and safety laws and regulations in accordance with Palestinian regulatory standards, thereby promoting awareness of safety culture and reducing accidents and injuries. 300141270 CHEMISTRY OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS AND SAFETY APPLICATIONS This course aims to introduce students to the fundamental concepts related to hazardous chemical substances and their physical and chemical properties, with emphasis on different types of hazardous chemicals such as toxic, flammable, explosive, and corrosive materials, as well as their classification according to international standards and regulations, and understanding their health and environmental effects and methods for assessing associated risks in various workplace environments. The course also covers safe handling of hazardous chemicals, including storage, transportation, and handling procedures, the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and reading and understanding Safety Data Sheets (SDS), along with compliance with general safety requirements such as ventilation standards and warning labels, in addition to emergency preparedness and response to incidents such as spills, explosions, and chemical accidents. It includes practical applications and laboratory training to prepare students to analyze past chemical incidents and design effective preventive procedures and emergency plans, thereby enhancing critical thinking, rapid response, and readiness to work within occupational safety teams in accordance with international standards such as GHS and OSHA regulations. |
| 300142150 | SCIENTIFIC INVESTIGATION OF WORKPLACE ACCIDENTS | This course aims to provide students with the opportunity to learn how to conduct accurate workplace incident investigations using a systematic and scientific approach in order to implement preventive measures and achieve continuous improvement in workplaces. It introduces the fundamentals of accident science, including definitions, types, and frequency rates, and analyzes the human, technical, and organizational factors contributing to incidents, linking these factors to key performance indicators (KPIs) and occupational health and safety management system requirements, as well as ISO 45001 Clause 10.2 related to incident investigation and nonconformity. The course emphasizes the importance of understanding the relationship between immediate, underlying, and root causes within occupational risk management. It focuses on field investigation procedures, including evidence collection and analysis in accordance with Palestinian legal requirements for documentation and proof, and includes practical training on securing incident scenes, drawing sketches, capturing photos and videos, conducting witness interviews, documenting measurements and samples, and maintaining chain of custody to ensure legal and technical reliability. The course also provides hands-on training in modern digital tools such as iAuditor and data analysis software to enhance investigation processes. Students learn internationally recognized root cause analysis techniques, including the Swiss Cheese Model, 5 Whys, Fishbone (Ishikawa) Diagram, and BERT accident model, enabling them to construct clear causal chains distinguishing symptoms from root causes. Additionally, the course guides students in designing corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) focused on addressing root causes rather than symptoms, while linking these actions to the hierarchy of controls (engineering, administrative, and PPE). Students are further trained to prepare professional investigation reports in compliance with Palestinian Ministry of Labor requirements and ISO 45001 standards, including executive summaries, incident descriptions, root cause analysis, recommendations, and follow-up plans. By the end of the course, students will be able to transform data and findings into actionable decisions that promote a culture of learning from incidents and improve operational safety and workplace sustainability. | 2 | - | 2 |
300141290 OCCUPATIONAL RISK MANAGEMENT AND ASSESSMENT This course aims to equip students with advanced skills required for assessing and controlling occupational risks in various professional work environments, with emphasis on both local and international standards adopted in risk management and reduction. It covers the identification of occupational hazards (physical, chemical, and biological) and trains students to analyze their severity and likelihood of occurrence, as well as classify them according to risk levels. The course also provides training in the application of key risk assessment tools, including risk matrices, FMEA, HAZOP, and JSA, along with advanced methodologies aligned with ISO 31000:2018 and EU-OSHA standards. In addition, it focuses on designing and developing risk control plans using the hierarchy of controls (elimination, substitution, engineering controls, administrative controls, and personal protective equipment), while enabling students to simulate real workplace scenarios such as construction sites and chemical laboratories. The course further develops students’ ability to prepare comprehensive professional reports for risk evaluation and management in accordance with local and international regulatory frameworks and Ministry of Labor standards, thereby enhancing their capacity to improve workplace conditions, ensure worker safety, and support the sustainability of occupational health systems. |
| 300142160 | FIELD INSPECTION OF WORK ENVIRONMENTS | This course aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills required to plan and implement comprehensive field inspection processes in industrial and service workplaces, with the objective of identifying and assessing hazards and ensuring compliance with Palestinian laws and regulations as well as international standards such as ILO-OSH, ISO 45001, and ISO 19011:2018. It focuses on enabling students to apply both routine and surprise inspection methods using a wide range of professional assessment tools and techniques. The course covers all stages of inspection, including preparation, information gathering, and analysis of safety records, and introduces students to physical, chemical, biological, psychological, and organizational hazards. It also includes the use of assessment tools such as checklists, observation techniques, interviews, and environmental measurements including noise, lighting, air quality, and workplace pollutants. Students are trained to use digital applications such as Inspect2GO for documenting violations and generating immediate reports. In addition, the course develops students’ ability to prepare formal inspection reports in accordance with Ministry of Labor requirements and ISO standards, including analysis of findings, technical recommendations, and the development of corrective and preventive action plans. It also emphasizes effective communication skills with workers and employers, and includes field-based practical training in real workplace environments, enhancing students’ ability to implement systematic inspection programs that reduce incidents, improve working conditions, and promote a sustainable safety culture. | 1 | - | 2 |
300141290 OCCUPATIONAL RISK MANAGEMENT AND ASSESSMENT This course aims to equip students with advanced skills required for assessing and controlling occupational risks in various professional work environments, with emphasis on both local and international standards adopted in risk management and reduction. It covers the identification of occupational hazards (physical, chemical, and biological) and trains students to analyze their severity and likelihood of occurrence, as well as classify them according to risk levels. The course also provides training in the application of key risk assessment tools, including risk matrices, FMEA, HAZOP, and JSA, along with advanced methodologies aligned with ISO 31000:2018 and EU-OSHA standards. In addition, it focuses on designing and developing risk control plans using the hierarchy of controls (elimination, substitution, engineering controls, administrative controls, and personal protective equipment), while enabling students to simulate real workplace scenarios such as construction sites and chemical laboratories. The course further develops students’ ability to prepare comprehensive professional reports for risk evaluation and management in accordance with local and international regulatory frameworks and Ministry of Labor standards, thereby enhancing their capacity to improve workplace conditions, ensure worker safety, and support the sustainability of occupational health systems. |
| 300142170 | SPECIALIZED LEADERSHIP AND ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR IN OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY MANAGEMENT | This course focuses on enhancing students’ skills in transformational leadership and organizational behavior, enabling them to create a sustainable and proactive safety culture in industrial and service workplaces, and provides the knowledge and skills required to manage teams, motivate employees to comply with safety procedures, and effectively respond to organizational changes and operational pressures, while covering key concepts of effective leadership, communication, and influence with emphasis on occupational safety leadership strategies as presented in the works of J. Roughton and G. Bradley and integrating emotional intelligence in managing diverse teams, as well as analyzing individual and group behavior in the workplace, understanding motivations and attitudes and their impact on safety performance using organizational behavior models and motivation theories, in addition to developing professional growth plans for safety supervisors in alignment with IVBV and BCSP standards and training students in managing organizational conflict and resistance to change during the implementation of safety systems, while also strengthening their ability to promote safety culture through effective leadership, recognition of positive behavior, and creation of a supportive communication environment, all supported by case studies, practical applications, and interactive activities to prepare students to lead safety programs efficiently and sustainably. | 2 | - | 2 |
300141200 MANAGEMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY SYSTEMS (ISO 45001) This course aims to enable students to understand, interpret, and apply the requirements of the international standard ISO 45001:2018 to support the establishment and operation of integrated Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) management systems capable of reducing occupational risks and continuously improving workplace performance, while equipping students with the skills to implement preventive management principles and align the system with local and international legislation to ensure worker protection and workplace sustainability, and it covers all elements of OH&S management through the PDCA (Plan–Do–Check–Act) cycle including defining organizational context and stakeholders, ensuring regulatory compliance, identifying and assessing risks and opportunities, preparing risk registers, and developing key documentation such as OH&S policies, objectives, performance indicators, emergency plans, and document control systems, as well as training students in emergency response planning and incident investigation to reduce recurrence and improve performance, in addition to practical training through simulated internal audits based on ISO 19011:2018 from audit planning and checklist preparation to reporting non-conformities and corrective actions, along with the study of real industrial case scenarios in alignment with local and international standards. |
| 300142180 | INDUSTRIAL WASTE MANAGEMENT AND OPERATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY | This course aims to provide students with a comprehensive background and essential practical skills for managing industrial waste in an effective and sustainable manner within industrial work environments, with a focus on environmental, health, and occupational aspects, as well as compliance with relevant local and international regulations such as Palestinian waste management law, the Basel Convention, and the GHS system. It covers the classification of industrial waste into hazardous and non-hazardous types, including solid, liquid, gaseous, and medical waste, and analyzes their characteristics and risks based on their sources and impacts on the environment and human health. The course also examines advanced waste treatment techniques such as sedimentation, neutralization, stabilization, aerobic decomposition, thermal treatment, and safe disposal methods, in addition to designing integrated waste management plans following the hierarchy of waste management: source reduction, reuse, recycling, energy recovery, and final disposal, in line with circular economy principles and sustainable development goals. Furthermore, it focuses on assessing environmental and occupational risks associated with waste generation and treatment, integrating occupational health and safety measures for workers in this sector. The course also covers documentation procedures, administrative requirements, and technical report writing in accordance with medical waste management guidelines, Palestinian regulations, and industrial waste treatment manuals. It utilizes modern assessment tools such as risk matrices, environmental inspection software, and real data analysis, in addition to case studies and practical exercises related to the design and operation of industrial waste management programs in organizations. | 3 | - | 3 |
300141270 CHEMISTRY OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS AND SAFETY APPLICATIONS This course aims to introduce students to the fundamental concepts related to hazardous chemical substances and their physical and chemical properties, with emphasis on different types of hazardous chemicals such as toxic, flammable, explosive, and corrosive materials, as well as their classification according to international standards and regulations, and understanding their health and environmental effects and methods for assessing associated risks in various workplace environments. The course also covers safe handling of hazardous chemicals, including storage, transportation, and handling procedures, the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and reading and understanding Safety Data Sheets (SDS), along with compliance with general safety requirements such as ventilation standards and warning labels, in addition to emergency preparedness and response to incidents such as spills, explosions, and chemical accidents. It includes practical applications and laboratory training to prepare students to analyze past chemical incidents and design effective preventive procedures and emergency plans, thereby enhancing critical thinking, rapid response, and readiness to work within occupational safety teams in accordance with international standards such as GHS and OSHA regulations. |
| 300142200 | HIGH-RISK WORK MANAGEMENT AND WORK PERMIT SYSTEMS IN WORK ENVIRONMENTS | This course aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills required to implement a Permit to Work (PTW) system and effectively monitor hazardous activities in industrial and operational work environments, ensuring compliance with occupational safety requirements and local and international regulations. It focuses on classifying critical work activities such as confined space entry, hot work, and isolation and lockout/tagout (LOTO), as well as designing specific safety procedures for each type in accordance with Civil Defense codes. The course also explains permit issuance procedures, verification mechanisms, record keeping, and associated risk assessment processes, while providing practical training on the use of digital permit management applications such as PermitFlow. In addition, it addresses emergency management procedures during high-risk operations, including gas leaks, fires, and asphyxiation incidents, along with the organization of emergency response teams, role allocation, and rapid response planning based on ISO 45001 standards and local references such as Ministry of Labor guidelines and Civil Defense codes. By the end of the course, students will be able to professionally implement a PTW system, apply appropriate preventive controls for each type of hazardous work, and respond effectively to potential emergencies, thereby strengthening the safety culture in high-risk workplaces. | 2 | - | 2 |
300141290 OCCUPATIONAL RISK MANAGEMENT AND ASSESSMENT This course aims to equip students with advanced skills required for assessing and controlling occupational risks in various professional work environments, with emphasis on both local and international standards adopted in risk management and reduction. It covers the identification of occupational hazards (physical, chemical, and biological) and trains students to analyze their severity and likelihood of occurrence, as well as classify them according to risk levels. The course also provides training in the application of key risk assessment tools, including risk matrices, FMEA, HAZOP, and JSA, along with advanced methodologies aligned with ISO 31000:2018 and EU-OSHA standards. In addition, it focuses on designing and developing risk control plans using the hierarchy of controls (elimination, substitution, engineering controls, administrative controls, and personal protective equipment), while enabling students to simulate real workplace scenarios such as construction sites and chemical laboratories. The course further develops students’ ability to prepare comprehensive professional reports for risk evaluation and management in accordance with local and international regulatory frameworks and Ministry of Labor standards, thereby enhancing their capacity to improve workplace conditions, ensure worker safety, and support the sustainability of occupational health systems. 300142150 SCIENTIFIC INVESTIGATION OF WORKPLACE ACCIDENTS This course aims to provide students with the opportunity to learn how to conduct accurate workplace incident investigations using a systematic and scientific approach in order to implement preventive measures and achieve continuous improvement in workplaces. It introduces the fundamentals of accident science, including definitions, types, and frequency rates, and analyzes the human, technical, and organizational factors contributing to incidents, linking these factors to key performance indicators (KPIs) and occupational health and safety management system requirements, as well as ISO 45001 Clause 10.2 related to incident investigation and nonconformity. The course emphasizes the importance of understanding the relationship between immediate, underlying, and root causes within occupational risk management. It focuses on field investigation procedures, including evidence collection and analysis in accordance with Palestinian legal requirements for documentation and proof, and includes practical training on securing incident scenes, drawing sketches, capturing photos and videos, conducting witness interviews, documenting measurements and samples, and maintaining chain of custody to ensure legal and technical reliability. The course also provides hands-on training in modern digital tools such as iAuditor and data analysis software to enhance investigation processes. Students learn internationally recognized root cause analysis techniques, including the Swiss Cheese Model, 5 Whys, Fishbone (Ishikawa) Diagram, and BERT accident model, enabling them to construct clear causal chains distinguishing symptoms from root causes. Additionally, the course guides students in designing corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) focused on addressing root causes rather than symptoms, while linking these actions to the hierarchy of controls (engineering, administrative, and PPE). Students are further trained to prepare professional investigation reports in compliance with Palestinian Ministry of Labor requirements and ISO 45001 standards, including executive summaries, incident descriptions, root cause analysis, recommendations, and follow-up plans. By the end of the course, students will be able to transform data and findings into actionable decisions that promote a culture of learning from incidents and improve operational safety and workplace sustainability. |
| 300142210 | OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH LAWS AND REGULATIONS | This course aims to provide students with a deep understanding of the legal and regulatory framework governing the workplace from an occupational health and safety perspective. It focuses on studying the Palestinian Labor Law and its amendments related to safety, along with a detailed analysis of the rights and responsibilities of both employers and employees, as well as the requirements for maintaining a safe working environment such as ventilation, lighting, noise control, and other factors affecting occupational health. The course includes a comprehensive comparison between local legislation and international standards such as OSHA, ILO, and ISO 45001, enabling students to distinguish between compliance requirements across different contexts. It also provides practical training on applying legal compliance mechanisms in model Palestinian industrial facilities, including audit management, safety documentation, and the preparation of compliance reports for regulatory authorities. The course places special emphasis on preparing students for leadership roles in regulatory compliance, promoting a safety culture in workplaces, and integrating occupational safety with legal frameworks to contribute to the creation of a healthy, safe, and sustainable work environment. | 2 | - | 2 |
300141110 INTRODUCTION TO OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY, HEALTH, AND ENVIRONMENT This course aims to prepare students to communicate fluently in Arabic within occupational health and safety contexts. It develops students’ competence in understanding and using technical terminology related to health and safety, such as hazards, risk assessment, procedures, prevention, and first aid. The course also aims to enhance students’ knowledge of Arabic grammar, writing skills, and communication through presentations in the field of occupational health and safety. It provides practical training in professional writing skills through the preparation of incident reports, inspection reports, and preventive procedures, as well as developing the ability to draft memos, letters, and awareness materials such as posters and brochures, supporting practical applications that simulate real workplace environments. The course also helps students understand health and safety laws and regulations in accordance with Palestinian regulatory standards, thereby promoting awareness of safety culture and reducing accidents and injuries. |
| 300142220 | SMALL PRODUCTION FACILITIES MANAGEMENT | This course aims to enable students to acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively and sustainably manage small production enterprises, taking into account occupational safety requirements, economic feasibility, and legal compliance. It focuses on operational, marketing, and legal aspects, providing students with practical tools to analyze and plan small-scale production projects, as well as to develop effective operational and marketing strategies. The course covers the preparation of comprehensive operational plans that incorporate occupational health and safety standards (ISO 45001), and includes the design of low-cost digital marketing strategies based on innovative models such as Marketing 4.0. It also addresses the economic feasibility analysis of small projects within local industrial sectors and explores methods for achieving profitability while complying with labor laws and civil defense requirements. The course relies on practical reference sources such as the Ministry of Industry’s small business guides, technical manuals from civil defense authorities, and local digital platforms such as “Sharkti,” supporting students’ ability to connect theory with real-world application. | 2 | - | 2 |
300132140 ENTREPRENEURSHIP This course focuses on enabling students to understand entrepreneurship in a practical and simplified way, starting from its definition and its role in society, moving through identifying personal entrepreneurial traits such as leadership and creativity, and ending with acquiring essential skills such as time management, decision-making, and problem-solving. The student is introduced to the concept of small projects and the characteristics of self-employment, as well as success stories of young entrepreneurs, including planning, idea development, and selecting the appropriate business model. The course also includes preparing an integrated business plan covering marketing, pricing, and digital promotion, and provides students with the basics of financial management, cost estimation, and financing methods. It also gives students the opportunity to learn about digital transformation tools, e-commerce, freelancing, and applications of artificial intelligence in entrepreneurship, aiming to enhance students’ readiness for the modern job market. 300141110 INTRODUCTION TO OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY, HEALTH, AND ENVIRONMENT This course aims to prepare students to communicate fluently in Arabic within occupational health and safety contexts. It develops students’ competence in understanding and using technical terminology related to health and safety, such as hazards, risk assessment, procedures, prevention, and first aid. The course also aims to enhance students’ knowledge of Arabic grammar, writing skills, and communication through presentations in the field of occupational health and safety. It provides practical training in professional writing skills through the preparation of incident reports, inspection reports, and preventive procedures, as well as developing the ability to draft memos, letters, and awareness materials such as posters and brochures, supporting practical applications that simulate real workplace environments. The course also helps students understand health and safety laws and regulations in accordance with Palestinian regulatory standards, thereby promoting awareness of safety culture and reducing accidents and injuries. |
| 300142230 | PRACTICAL FIELD TRAINING IN OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY | This course aims to help students apply the knowledge and skills acquired during their studies in a real industrial work environment through an intensive supervised field training program in recognized industrial or service organizations. It provides a practical opportunity to implement occupational health and safety concepts in a real-life context, enhancing students’ ability to deal with daily safety challenges by performing tasks related to safety inspections, risk assessment, accident investigation, and workplace condition analysis. The program allows students to work under the supervision of experienced professionals to develop practical solutions suitable for field situations and encourages them to propose improvements to the work environment and ensure regulatory compliance. It requires the preparation of documented reports outlining the trainee’s achievements, daily tasks, encountered challenges, and recommendations. This training serves as an effective bridge between academic knowledge and labor market requirements, contributing to strengthening graduates’ professional readiness. | - | 4 |
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| 300142240 | PRACTICAL FIELD PROJECT IN OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY (GRADUATION PROJECT) | This course aims to enable students to apply the theoretical knowledge and practical skills they have acquired during their studies through the execution of a field-based applied project that addresses a real workplace problem or improves an existing occupational health and safety system. The course involves selecting a relevant topic related to the work environment, collecting data, analyzing risks, proposing solutions, and documenting findings in a professional scientific report. The project is conducted under the supervision of a faculty member in collaboration with an industrial or service organization, ensuring engagement with real sector conditions and compliance with professional standards. It also includes training in preparing professional presentations and reports, along with a formal public defense of the work before an academic and professional committee. This course enhances critical thinking, problem-solving, and professional communication skills, and serves as an important step toward entering the labor market or pursuing advanced studies. | 3 | - | 3 |
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300141130 FUNCTIONAL ANATOMY AND THE EFFECTS OF OCCUPATIONAL HAZARDS This course aims to introduce students to the basic concepts of the anatomical structure and vital functions of the body systems and organs and how they interact with each other. It focuses on studying the structure of the main organs and tissues of the human body and understanding the relationship between structure and function. The course also highlights potential risks that may affect body functions, such as injuries, diseases, environmental factors, and occupational hazards in the workplace. It includes an introduction to common occupational diseases such as chemical poisoning and respiratory diseases, as well as physical, biological, and psychological hazards and their impact on human health. The course develops students’ ability to assess various health risks and design effective control strategies, and it also includes training on implementing health monitoring programs in accordance with Ministry of Health standards and international guidelines (NIOSH). |
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