King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals is a leader among technological Universities. As such, it is dedicated to teaching and research, constantly striving to expand the frontiers of knowledge and innovation. Our academic excellence is maintained by the faculty’s leadership in realizing our educational mission. The University offers an extraordinary range of opportunities and challenges to its faculty. All faculty members are invited to participate fully in the life of the institution. Our hope is that they will come to appreciate this University not only as a place for the creation and transmission of knowledge but also as a great social experiment where a group of very talented individuals takes full advantage of the human and intellectual capability that is the hallmark of this institution.

The purpose of the Faculty Handbook is to provide new and continuing faculty members with general information regarding the University’s policies and procedures. It also refers the readers to other sources of information when appropriate. I urge all the faculty members to become familiar with the chapters of this handbook that address the commitments we have made in maintaining the highest standards of academic excellence. The Handbook addresses our joint responsibilities for campus governance, effective teaching, quality research and constituent services. It describes the multiple responsibilities and opportunities we have as faculty at the University to exercise leadership and responsibility in our academic and community endeavors.

The Handbook is not intended to establish or modify policies of the University. While every effort has been made to be thorough and accurate, the Handbook does not attempt to cover every office or unit in the University nor every rule, regulation or policy – only those frequently encountered by faculty. I hope it will be of help to you.

Khaled S. Al-Sultan
Rector of the University