Environmental Protection Technology program
Intermediate Diploma
Levels
5
Courses
29
Credits
80
Number of students
444
Overview
The "Environmental Protection Technology" program aims to equip individuals with the scientific and technical knowledge and skills necessary to understand and protect the environment and natural resources. The program focuses on delivering expertise in areas such as sustainability, waste management, water resource conservation, and pollution control, while enhancing analytical and practical skills through field studies and hands-on training. It strives to produce graduates capable of contributing to environmental protection and sustainable development in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030.
Program content
Admission requirements
Program levels
المستوى الاول
AEPT 102 - Fundamental Ecology - mandatory
Credits
2
Theoretical
2
Pratical
Training
Total Content
2
Prerequisite
Course Description:
Topics covered include structure and function of ecosystem, organism interactions with the physical environment, soil factors, climatic factors, biotic interactions, ecological succession, and biogeochemical cycles.
ISL 101 - Fundamentals of Islamic Culture - mandatory
Credits
2
Theoretical
2
Pratical
Training
Total Content
2
Prerequisite
Course Description:
This course provides an in-depth exploration of the beauty, balance, and elevated principles of Islam. It introduces students to the concept of faith and its pillars, presenting a comprehensive understanding of their significance. Additionally, the course delves into the objectives of worship in Islam, examining various examples of acts of worship and their profound impact on an individual’s spiritual, psychological, and social life. Through this study, students gain insight into the values and ethics that Islam promotes and how these principles contribute to personal growth and societal harmony.
ACG 123 - Vocational rehabilitation skills - mandatory
Credits
2
Theoretical
2
Pratical
Training
Total Content
2
Prerequisite
Course Description:
This course is designed to equip students with the essential skills necessary for entering the job market and building a successful professional career. It covers a wide range of topics, including job search strategies, resume writing, interview preparation, workplace communication, and time management. Furthermore, the course emphasizes the development of personal and professional skills to enhance career success. By fostering a deep understanding of professional etiquette and workplace expectations, this course aims to prepare students not only for securing employment but also for excelling and achieving sustainable growth in their chosen career paths.
AEPT 100 - General biology - mandatory
Credits
3
Theoretical
2
Pratical
2
Training
Total Content
4
Prerequisite
Course Description:
Introduction to biology, its definition and its main branches with study of the characteristics of the living organism. Identify cell structure and types (prokaryotic, plant and animal cells) and the functions of cellular organelles and the steps of the mitotic and meiotic divisions. Study the plant and animal tissues and their different types (structure and function) and the basics of taxonomy and specific characters of living organism kingdoms. Study representatives of different taxonomic groups, and studying some biological and physiological processes of living organisms.
AEPT 103 - General physics - mandatory
Credits
3
Theoretical
2
Pratical
2
Training
Total Content
4
Prerequisite
Course Description:
General Physics 101 is designed to present the basic concepts of the principles of classical mechanics in general, and focuses on the measurement, vectors, the types of motion, the laws of motion (Newton) and applications, work, energy, the laws of conservation of energy, momentum and the law of universal gravitation, using mathematical concepts in solving the relevant issues
AEPT 101 - General chemistry - mandatory
Credits
3
Theoretical
2
Pratical
2
Training
Total Content
4
Prerequisite
Course Description:
This course is an introductory chemistry course designed to prepare students who have an interest in engineering and health- related professions. So it provides an introduction to the general principles and concepts of chemistry. The course introduces the following:
- Interesting examples of how chemistry applies to life.
- The matter and its classification, states, physical and chemical properties.
- Study of atoms and periodic table.
- Ionic and covalent compounds.
- The mass relationships in chemical reactions.
- Solutions.
- Acids and bases.
- Chemical reaction.
-Chemical equilibrium.
- Gases.
- Functional groups of organic compounds,
The content of this course is designed for an introductory chemistry course with no chemistry prerequisite, and it is suitable for either a two-semester sequence or a one- semester course
AEPT 104 - Natural environments in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia - mandatory
Credits
2
Theoretical
2
Pratical
Training
Total Content
2
Prerequisite
Course Description:
The concept of desert and desert classification. The natural environments K.S. A, Soil formation in arid regions. Characters of K.S. Vegetation- Adaptations of K.S. Plants- Adaptations of K.S. An animal, Desertification
AENG 110 - English language skills 1 - mandatory
Credits
5
Theoretical
2
Pratical
6
Training
Total Content
10
Prerequisite
Course Description:
This edition of Roadmap was created in collaboration with Arab World educators to provide learners with a culturally relevant learning experience. Roadmap is a general English course for adults which recognises that every class is different, and every learner is unique. Built on Global Scale of English learning objectives, Roadmap gives learners the specific language training they need to progress. Engaging, relevant content and extensive support materials make lessons enjoyable for both learners and teachers.
Roadmap enables learners to:
◦ Make measurable progress with a syllabus built on GSE learning objectives.
◦ Build confidence in speaking with relevant, communicative tasks.
◦ Develop strategies for improving reading, writing, and listening skills.
◦ Practise grammar and vocabulary out of class with the mobile app.
المستوى الثاني
AEPT 123 - Environmental physics - mandatory
Credits
2
Theoretical
1
Pratical
2
Training
Total Content
3
Prerequisite
Course Description:
The course will cover the principles of physics, principles of thermodynamics, energy production, light interaction with matter, as well as mass and energy transfer related to environmental systems such as atmospheric, ocean or solid earth.
AEPT 122 - Basics of organic chemistry - mandatory
Credits
3
Theoretical
2
Pratical
2
Training
Total Content
4
Prerequisite
Course Description:
This course is designed to provide a fundamental overview of the concepts and skills necessary to have a strong foundation in organic chemistry. Upon successful completion of this class, students will understand the relation between structure and function of molecules, the theoretical concepts of organic chemistry; rationalize the major classes of reactions, and synthesis of organic compounds. Several themes are prevalent in each unit in study: nomenclature, chemical and physical properties, structure, Preparation methods and reactions of (Alkanes, Alkenes, Alkynes, Alcohols, Ethers, Phenols, Aldehydes, Ketones, Carboxylic acids and their derivatives, amines and, carbohydrates)
AEPT 120 - Principles of analytical chemistry - mandatory
Credits
3
Theoretical
2
Pratical
2
Training
Total Content
4
Prerequisite
Course Description:
This course introduces the different concepts of volumetric and gravimetric analysis, methods of expressing concentration, calculations in analytical chemistry, neutralization reactions, oxidation-reduction titrations, precipitation reactions, solubility, complexometric titration, gravimetric analysis, an introduction to spectrophotometric methods of analysis, the fundamental laws of spectroscopy, and the different types of separation methods.
AENG 120 - English language skills 2 - mandatory
Credits
5
Theoretical
2
Pratical
6
Training
Total Content
10
Prerequisite
Course Description:
This edition of Roadmap was created in collaboration with Arab World educators to provide learners with a culturally relevant learning experience. Roadmap is a general English course for adults which recognises that every class is different, and every learner is unique. Built on Global Scale of English learning objectives, Roadmap gives learners the specific language training they need to progress. Engaging, relevant content and extensive support materials make lessons enjoyable for both learners and teachers.
AEPT 121 - Basics of microbiology and its applications - mandatory
Credits
3
Theoretical
3
Pratical
2
Training
Total Content
5
Prerequisite
Course Description:
The course provides an overview of (history- the most important scientists-branches-and the importance of study and general characteristics of) microbiology, virology, bacteria, mycology and algae.
AITA 125 - Introduction to artificial intelligence - mandatory
Credits
4
Theoretical
2
Pratical
4
Training
Total Content
6
Prerequisite
Course Description:
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles and fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence (AI), ensuring that students understand the core components of the field. The syllabus includes a blend of theoretical concepts and practical applications. It begins with a general introduction to AI and explains the concept of the rational intelligent agent. The course then explores problem-solving and game design using search algorithms and exploration strategies, both in the presence of additional information and when dealing with adversarial situations. The course delves into methods for knowledge representation and reasoning, focusing on inference and deriving conclusions under uncertainty or unfavorable conditions for the agent. Additionally, it introduces machine learning, discussing various algorithms and their applications across diverse fields, while emphasizing adherence to AI ethics.
المستوى الثالث
BUS 101 - Entrepreneurship - mandatory
Credits
2
Theoretical
2
Pratical
Training
Total Content
2
Prerequisite
Course Description:
This course introduces students to the concept of entrepreneurship and focuses specifically on the fundamentals of entrepreneurial practices. It covers topics such as the definition of entrepreneurship, various entrepreneurial theories, entrepreneurs, and entrepreneurial ideas. The course also provides students with essential skills required to become entrepreneurs, enhancing their awareness of legal, business, managerial, creative, analytical, and interpersonal skills related to establishing and managing an entrepreneurial organization. Additionally, the course highlights the role of the entrepreneur in the development and success of a business venture.
AEPT 212 - Environmental pollution and climate change - mandatory
Credits
3
Theoretical
3
Pratical
Training
Total Content
3
Prerequisite
Course Description:
The course provides an overview of the environmental pollution and climate change as interlinked issues that pose significant threats to our planet. Pollution, caused by industrial activities, transportation, and improper waste disposal, contaminates air, water, and soil, leading to harmful effects on ecosystems and human health.
AEPT 211 - Environmental epidemiology - mandatory
Credits
2
Theoretical
1
Pratical
2
Training
Total Content
3
Prerequisite
Course Description:
This course deals with basic epidemiologic concepts and approaches to population health issues in veterinary and human medicine. The course covers a wide spectrum of topics, some of which (e.g., outbreak investigation, properties of tests) will be treated in more depth. In contrast, others (e.g., epidemiologic study design) will be introduced, with more emphasis in subsequent courses.
AEPT 214 - Biodiversity in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia - mandatory
Credits
2
Theoretical
2
Pratical
Training
Total Content
2
Prerequisite
Course Description:
Course will be related to an Introduction to Biodiversity Level, importance of economic and environmental biodiversity 'Threats to biodiversity' Human and natural factors. Biodiversity in developing and industrial countries, nature reserves and their objectives. Conservation of off-site biodiversity, protected areas in Saudi Arabia, marine biodiversity in the Kingdom, biodiversity of freshwater in the Kingdom, forests and biodiversity, and the national strategies for the conservation of biodiversity in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). It also includes in-situ and ex-situ conservation of plants and animals as well as conservation, and development of natural resources in KSA. Besides, it studies regulate access to genetic resources, the convention on biological diversity, member countries, national biodiversity authority, and conservation acts and legislations. Also, it introduces the modern methods used for wildlife conservation, habitat management ecological sustainability, and environmental education in KSA.
AEPT 213 - Drinking water quality and Sewage treatment - mandatory
Credits
3
Theoretical
2
Pratical
2
Training
Total Content
4
Prerequisite
Course Description:
In this course the students will understand the composition, chemical, and physical properties of drinking water and the importance of quality water because poor water quality can have a negative impact on human health. In addition, the different types of water pollutants will be presented in detail. An overview of basic water treatment processes to reduce the pollution in wastewater samples will be discussed. The processes include the pre-treatment, preliminary treatment, primary treatment, and secondary treatment of wastewater.
AEPT 210 - Marine biology - mandatory
Credits
2
Theoretical
1
Pratical
2
Training
Total Content
3
Prerequisite
Course Description:
Topics covered include concepts of marine biology, definitions of the Seas and Oceans, water masses as bays and lakes of earth and the different aquatic organisms, classification of aquatic organisms especially animals, their features and how to distinguish between them, studying of different habitats and the features of each habitat and physical and chemical characters of Marine water and how to use them economically.
AENG 230 - English in the Workplace - mandatory
Credits
4
Theoretical
4
Pratical
Training
Total Content
4
Prerequisite
Course Description:
Discover the innovative world of Business Partner for learners and professionals who want to communicate effectively in English in the workplace.
◦ Study real-life business stories through authentic videos.
◦ Learn about key business topics, concepts, and vocabulary such as Corporate culture, Training and development, Finance and Time management.
◦ Develop your communication skills with the video-based Communication skills training programme that includes building relationships, managing bad news, managing challenging feedback and dealing with matters of urgency.
◦ Personalise your learning experience with a structured modular approach that gives the flexibility to focus on specific needs and learning outcomes.
◦ Get practical training in functional business skills such as self-presentation, facilitating a discussion and dealing with difficulties in negotiations.
◦ Work on realistic case studies in the Business workshops.
◦ Evaluate your progress step by step against the Global Scale of English Learning Objectives for
◦ Professional English.
Prepare for business English exams.
المستوى الرابع
AEPT 221 - Environmental toxicology and bioremediation of hazardous waste - mandatory
Credits
4
Theoretical
3
Pratical
2
Training
Total Content
5
Prerequisite
Course Description:
This course provides an in-depth exploration of the principles and applications of environmental toxicology and the bioremediation of hazardous waste. It covers the mechanisms by which environmental contaminants affect biological systems, the methodologies for assessing and managing these impacts, and the technologies and strategies employed in the bioremediation of polluted environments. Through a combination of lectures, case studies, and practical laboratory exercises, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the field and its critical importance in addressing environmental and public health challenges.
AEPT 226 - Crisis and risk management - mandatory
Credits
2
Theoretical
2
Pratical
Training
Total Content
2
Prerequisite
Course Description:
Introducing students to environmental risks and disasters, their types, causes of their occurrence, ways to mitigate their losses, how to manage them, and the most important techniques that can be relied upon in disaster management
AEPT 223 - Environmental geographic information systems applications - mandatory
Credits
2
Theoretical
2
Pratical
Training
Total Content
2
Prerequisite
Course Description:
The course aims to introduce students to concept of environmental geographic information system by explain the concepts of geography information system and relate with environmental geography in KSA. In addition, combining the information to apply data by using programs.
AEPT 224 - Environmental biotechnology - mandatory
Credits
2
Theoretical
1
Pratical
2
Training
Total Content
3
Prerequisite
Course Description:
Environmental Biotechnology course describes how biotechnology has acted as a vital buffer among people, pollution, and the environment. This course explains the scientific principles of environmental biotechnologies; environmental biochemodynamic processes; environmental risk assessment; and the reduction and management of biotechnological risks. It describes ways to address environmental problems caused or exacerbated by biotechnologies. This course is mainly devoted to the contribution of biotechnology in solving environmental problems, such as biological waste water treatment, utilization of municipal sewage sludge, detoxification of polluted soil. There is examination of possible dangers release of nanomaterials into the environment. The relationship of biotechnology and energy (e.g. biogas, landfill gas fuel, photosynthetic systems for fuel production) is also discussed.
AEPT 222 - Environmental management and environmental impact assessment - mandatory
Credits
2
Theoretical
2
Pratical
Training
Total Content
2
Prerequisite
Course Description:
The course aims to introduce students to basic environmental processes and services, ecosystem management, environmental improvement techniques, and optimal allocation and management of non-renewable and renewable resources. As well as introducing students to the methods recognized locally and internationally in environmental assessment of small and large development projects and their impacts on the surrounding environment.
AEPT 227 - Environmental legislation and laws - mandatory
Credits
2
Theoretical
2
Pratical
Training
Total Content
2
Prerequisite
Course Description:
This course equips students with A thorough understanding of legal principles related to environmental protection; The ability to critically analyze environmental issues and apply legal frameworks to derive sound judgments in environmental cases; Comprehensive knowledge of regional and international environmental agreements and their role in regulating environmental systems and An exploration of Islamic law's perspective on environmental protection.
AEPT 225 - Environmental Chemistry - mandatory
Credits
2
Theoretical
2
Pratical
Training
Total Content
2
Prerequisite
Course Description:
In this course the students will understand the concept of environmental chemistry, air pollution, water pollution and soil pollution.
المستوى الخامس
AEPT 300 - Applied training (2) - mandatory
Credits
4
Theoretical
4
Pratical
Training
Total Content
34
Prerequisite
Course Description:
Practical Training is a great experience that provides students with hands-on, real-world experience in a work setting. This is mandatory internship program for all students. The course is designed to provide students opportunity to apply their academic education through practical experience. Students are sent to different companies to get the real flavor of work group, communications and professional development experiences.