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Course Code: OC0802-106 Course Title: Protection of Reinforced Concrete Structures in Hot and aggressive Exposures Brief Description: This course aims at providing a comprehensive coverage of the various methodologies and materials for the protection of reinforced concrete structures relevant to the Arabian Peninsula exposure conditions. There will be about 24 different topics in addition to one laboratory demonstration and two panel discussions with all the instructors in the course. Outline/Topics: Among the topics to be addressed in this course are:(1)Role of chemical admixtures: plasticizers and corrosion inhibitors; (2)Characteristics of silica fume concrete;(3)Role of structural joints in durability of structures;(4)Shrinkage and creep of concrete;(5)Case studies due to lack of protection;(6)Prediction of service life;(7)Curing and hot weather concreting;(8)Protection using FBEC, GFRP and stainless bars;(9)High Performance and self-compacted concrete;(10)Protection of structures in marine and sabkha exposures;(11)Cause and repair of cracks;(12)Protection of structures through cathodic protection, re-alkalization and chloride removal (two lectures); (13)Characteristics of repair materials and systems;(14)Role of structural defects on protection of structures;(15)Current research at KFUPM; and(16)Three panel discussions. Click here to download course details in PDF. |
Course duration: 5 Days Course Dates: April 18-22, 2009 Course Timmings: 8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Course Fees: SAR 8,000 Language: English |
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Course Code: OC0816-130 Course Title: Laboratory Safety Brief Description: To introduce the basic aspects on chemical and general safety in the laboratory. Most safety aspects observed at international levels will be discussed. Outline/Topics: Introduction to Safety in Laboratory. Chemical hazards and carcinogens. Health Hazards of Chemical and Workplace Exposure Limits. Personal Protective Equipment for the Respiratory System, Eyes, Face, Skin, Feet, and Hands. The Laboratory vs. Hazard Communication Standard. Safety Audit. Flammable Hazards, Control Measures, Labeling and Storage of Chemicals. Safe Handling of Compressed Gases. Electrical Safety and Controlling Hazardous Energy. Management of Safety and Health Programs -personal responsibility; organizational values; changing poor behavior; and hazard assessments. Emergency Procedures for Fires, Spills, and Chemical Splashes. Disposal of Chemicals. Waste management. OSHA/EPA Regulations in the Lab. The OSHA Laboratory Standard. Hazard Assessment. Risk Assessment and Reduction. Fire Safety Evacuation Planning: Fire Safety: Prevention, Exit Drills and Hazards. Explosives chemicals and safety. Office Safety Awareness. Noise Prevention. Safety Incentives and Recognition. Zero Incidents Achieving a New Safety Culture. Incompatible chemicals. Radiation safety. Biological Hazards. Click here to download course details in PDF. |
Course duration: 5 Days Course Dates: March 21-25, 2009 Course Timmings: 8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Course Fees: SAR 6,000 Language: English |
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Course Code: OC0825-146 Course Title: Electronic Services in Library & Information Centers Brief Description: The course will present blueprint of electronic services in a digital environment. Outline/Topics: Introduction to Digital Libraries User Services in deigital Libraries Performance evaluation of Users Services in Digital Libraries Marketing of Library Services User Education in a Digital environment Practical Click here to download course details in PDF. |
Course duration: 5 Days Course Dates: May 16-20, 2009 Course Timmings: 8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Course Fees: SAR 6000 Language: English |
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Course Code: OC0825-145 Course Title: Internet Resources for Librarians Basics and Beyond Brief Description: The Short Course is designed to enable participants understanding more advanced E-library features and functions; learning how to use the best practices of the Internet tools and utilities available; group learning; and providing opportunities in the near future for ongoing contact among short course participants. Outline/Topics: Internet in Libraries and information centers in the age of Internet Internet browser, directories, portals and search engines Library electronic resources (E journals, E databases & E books) Internet as a reference tool for librarians and information specialists. Click here to download course details in PDF. |
Course duration: 5 Days Course Dates: April 25-29, 2009 Course Timmings: 8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Course Fees: SAR 6000 Language: English |
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Course Code: OC0802-105 Course Title: EARTHQUAKE RESISTANT DESIGNS OF REINFORCED CONCRETE STRUCTURES Brief Description: Outline/Topics: The short-course includes the following main topics 1. Analysis of earthquake ground motions.2. Studies on earthquake predictions and zones.3. Ground motion and response spectra methods.4. Principles of earthquake-resistant designs.5. Analysis of seismic response of structures.6. Earthquake-resistant architectural designs.7. Basic analysis and design of RC structures.8. Specifications for seismic design of RC      structure members and joints.9. Structural designs of different forms of lateral- forces resisting-systems (e.g. shear walls framed structures and dual systems).10. Geotechnical and foundations design considerations.11. Issues on non-linear seismic analysis and design of RC structures.12. Computer applications for seismic analysis and design of RC structures using GT STRUDL.13. Seismic resistance upgrading of existing RC structures. Click here to download course details in PDF. |
Course duration: 5 Days Course Dates: April 18-22, 2009 Course Timmings: 8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Course Fees: SAR 6500 Language: English |
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Course Code: OC0815-125 Course Title: Effective Construction Management Brief Description: Outline/Topics: The short course will cover the following topics: • The Building Business • Contract Documents • Construction Contracts • Construction Specifications • Construction Productivity • Conceptual Estimating • Detailed Estimating • Project Feasibility Studies • Planning and Scheduling CPM & PERT • Construction Safety • Computer Application in CM Click here to download course details in PDF. |
Course duration: 5 Days Course Dates: May 23-27, 2009 Course Timmings: 8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Course Fees: SAR 6000 Language: English |
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Course Code: OC0803-107 Course Title: INDUSTRIAL INSTRUMENTATION THEORY AND PRACTICE Brief Description: The course deals with measurement of displacement, level, flow, temperature, humidity, and pressure with special emphasis on sensors, signal conditioning, output formatting and control. Selection of sensors and protocols used will be addressed. Also several sessions will be dedicated for experimentation with different types of sensors and signal conditioning techniques. Introducing participant to using labview software for data acquisition and control. Outline/Topics: Introduction Why do we care about measurement and instrumentation. This introduction will address the importance of measurement and will describe the basis of instrumentation including basic definitions. Some case studies will be considered to illustrate how meaning may be given to measurement in a system perspective. 1. Temperature Measurement Concepts thermometers, RTD, thermistor, & Pyrometry. 2. Strain, Pressure and Load measurements Concepts application of strain gauge for strain, pressure and load measurement. Absolute and differential pressure measurements. 3. Level Measurement Concepts, hydrostatic head level measurement, Capacitive level measurement, ultrasonic level measurement. LVDT and its use in thickness, level and small deflection measurements. 4. Flow Measurement. Fluid fundamentals, methods and concepts. Differential head flow measurement. Velocity flow measurement devices. Mass flow meters. 5. Introduction to Labview software participant will be train on using Labview software and NI data acquisition monitor and control industrial applications Click here to download course details in PDF. |
Course duration: 5 Days Course Dates: March 21-25, 2009 Course Timmings: 8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Course Fees: SAR 6000 Language: English |
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Course Code: OC0801-103 Course Title: Polyolefin Synthesis, Characterization and Applications Brief Description: Outline/Topics: 1. An overview of general polymerization fundamentals 1.1 A brief history 1.2 Polymer synthesis 1.3 Polymer structure 1.4 Classes of polymers 1.5 Basic polymerization processes 1.6 Free Radical Polymerization (LDPE as case study) 2. Introduction to polyolefins 2.1 Polyolefin markets: Global and regional overview 2.2 Polyolefin classifications 2.3 Polyolefin microstructures and control thereof 3. Catalysts for polyolefins 3.1 Prerequisites to catalyst design and synthesis 3.2 Multiple-site catalysts: Ziegler-Natta, Electron donors, and Phillips catalysts 3.3 Single site catalysts: Metallocenes 3.4 Cocatalysts 3.5 Catalyst support and modification thereof 3.6 Catalyst characterization (particle size distribution, morphology, elemental analysis, surface chemistry, and solid-state electronic environment) 4. Olefin polymerization processes 4.1 Solution processes 4.2 Slurry processes 4.3 Gas-phase processes 5. Polyolefin micro-structural characterization 5.1 Nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy 5.2 Gel permeation chromatography (GPC) 5.3 Crystallization fractionation analysis (Crystaf) 5.4 Temperature rising elution fractionation (Tref) 6. Polyolefin properties and applications 6.1 Thermal properties 6.2 Rheological properties 6.3 Mechanical properties 6.4 Versatile applications 7. Functional polyolefins Selected example(s)Synthesis, characterization, and potential applications Click here to download course details in PDF. |
Course duration: 5 Days Course Dates: November 1-5, 2008 Course Timmings: 8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Course Fees: SAR 8000 Language: English |
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Course Code: OC0801-104 Course Title: Polymer Degradation and Stabilization Brief Description: Outline/Topics: 1-An overview of general fundamentals A brief history Polymer structure Classes of polymers Polyolefin classifications Plastic properties: Thermal properties. Mechanical properties. Rheological properties 2-Degradation of Plastics Materials 3-Stabilization of Polyolefins 4-Plastic Additives Light stabilizers for Polyolefins 5-Plastic Additives Fillers for Polyolefins Their role as filler and functional additives 6-Plastic Additives Pigments, Colorants and Dyes Their role as color-imparting additive and functional additives Click here to download course details in PDF. |
Course duration: 5 Days Course Dates: November 22-26, 2008 Course Timmings: 8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Course Fees: SAR 8000 Language: English |
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Course Code: OC0803-111 Course Title: Power Factor Improvement (Correction) Methods and Applications Brief Description: Typically, both utilities and consumers have incentives for power factor improvement. For a utility, power factor improvement reduces system losses and increases the portion of generation capacity for productive use. In addition it can help maintaining voltage at desired level. Consequently, utilities often encourage consumers to maintain high power factors by applying tariff clauses which penalize consumers for low power factor. Outline/Topics: Among the topics to be addressed in this course are: Power factor correction and harmonics -Sources of harmonics -Impact of harmonics on power factor correction capacitors -Harmonic mitigation -Passive filters -Active filters -Adaptive power factor controllers Economical evaluation -Economical consideration -Degree of correction -Power factor dependent tariff -Financial saving and cash flow study -Factors influencing the life time of capacitors -Power factor standards -Reactive power coordination Capacitor application -Power factor improvement of induction motors -Capacitor start induction motors -Power factor improvement of private owned generating plants -Power factor improvement of mining locations -Power factor improvement of induction furnaces -Power factor improvement of arc furnaces -Power factor improvement of welding plant -Case Study Click here to download course details in PDF. |
Course duration: 5 Days Course Dates: March 7-11, 2009 Course Timmings: 8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Course Fees: SAR 7000 Language: English |
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Course Code: OC0803-113 Course Title: Fundamentals of Cellular Systems Brief Description: This course covers the basic concepts required in the planning, design, operation and maintenance of cellular wireless systems. The course is designed to provide practicing engineers in the wireless area a thorough coverage of the basic concepts of cellular systems along with the description of advanced cellular systems such third generation and WiMAX systems. Outline/Topics: • Introduction • Radio Spectrum • Radio Propagation • Radio Interference • Radio Resource Allocation • Modulation Techniques • Rate-Coverage-Quality Tradeoff • Cellular Fundamentals • Cellular Network Architecture • Frequency Re-use Concept • Network Capacity • Capacity Improvement Techniques • Call Handover • Power Control • Duplexing Techniques • Multiple Access Techniques • FDMA • TDMA • CDMA • OFDMA • Random Access: ALOHA, Slotted ALOHA, CSMA, CSMA-CD, CSMA-CA • Reservation Systems • Performance Improvement Techniques • Diversity and MIMO • Error Detection and Correction Techniques • Adaptive Modulation • Equalization • GSM Fundamentals • Radio Link Aspects • Network Aspects • Security • GPRS • Advanced Cellular Systems • EDGE • CDMA2000 • UMTS • 4G Networks • Broadband Wireless Access • Applications • Licensed and Unlicensed Spectrum • IEEE 802.16 Standards • Mobile WiMAX • Enabling Technologies • Quality-of-Service • Public Cellular Systems • Applications • TETRA • Motorola IDEN Click here to download course details in PDF. |
Course duration: 5 Days Course Dates: May 10-14, 2008 Course Timmings: 8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Course Fees: SAR 6000 Language: English |
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Course Code: OC0803-112 Course Title: Wireless Networking Technologies Brief Description: This course covers the basic concepts required in the planning, design, operation and maintenance of wireless networks. The course is designed to provide practicing engineers in the wireless area a thorough coverage of the basic concepts of wireless networking along with the description of advanced wireless networks such Wireless LANs, Bluetooth, WiMAX. Outline/Topics: • Introduction • Layered Architecture • The OSI Reference Model • The TCP/IP Reference Model • Radio Spectrum • Radio Propagation • Radio Interference • Modulation Techniques • Rate-Coverage-Quality Tradeoff • Data Link Layer • Wireless LAN Fundamentals • Wireless PAN Fundamentals • WiMAX Fundamentals • Applications • Licensed and Unlicensed Spectrum • IEEE 802.16 Standards • Mobile WiMAX • Enabling Technologies • Ad Hoc Wireless Networks • Overview of Ad Hoc and Sensor Networks • Design fundamentals and challenges • Enabling technologies (WPAN, WLAN, WMAN, UWB, MIMO systems) • Applications (Monitoring systems, Plants, Oil and gas industry) • Multimedia Over Wireless • Multimedia Applications • Voice-Over-IP • Video-Over-IP • Quality of Service (QoS) • Scheduling Techniques Click here to download course details in PDF. |
Course duration: 5 Days Course Dates: March 7-11, 2009 Course Timmings: 8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Course Fees: SAR 6000 Language: English |
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Course Code: OC0803-110 Course Title: Modern Power Transmission Planning Brief Description: This course aims at providing a comprehensive coverage of the various methodologies and materials for the protection of reinforced concrete structures relevant to the Arabian Peninsula exposure conditions. There will be about 24 different topics in addition to one laboratory demonstration and two panel discussions with all the instructors in the course. Outline/Topics: o Objectivity and Purpose in Planning o What is Transmission & Distribution system and distribution Planning and Why Does Anyone Care? o Introduction to Planning Concepts. o Planning Criteria followed. o Demand Forecasting. o Transmission and Substation Planning. o Electricity & Water Authority in Bahrain Master Plan. o Network Contingency Operation in case of violation. o Transmission System and Layout Planning: expansion plan and operation plan. o Sub-transmission Planning o Planning Economics, Prioritization, and Selection o Reliability-Based Planning; Reliability: fault analysis and corrective switching. o Alternatives to System Planning o Planning Standards and Guidelines o Identifying and Defining Needs Determination o Preliminary Transmission System Evaluation o The Multi-Level T&D System and Its Planning o Sub-Transmission and Substation Planning o Demand forecasting methods with utility practices and case studies o Geographic Information system for Planning and management o Service Level Planning o Transmission Pricing Issues for Electricity Generation o Putting It All Together o Kingdom Power Demand & Planning Strategies o Transmission planning criteria. o Operational Short Term Planning Scheduling of transmission facilities outages Operational plans for different load levels o Practical studies using Power System Simulator for planning applications. o Use of Dynamic System Monitoring for transmission networks enhancement. o Planning Strategy for load shedding schemes. o Allocation of proper generation reserve to avoid system congestions. Operational aspects during implementation of transmission system reinforcement. Click here to download course details in PDF. |
Course duration: 5 Days Course Dates: January 10-14, 2009 Course Timmings: 8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Course Fees: SAR 7000 Language: English |
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Course Code: OC0803-109 Course Title: Lightning Protection and Insulation Coordination for Power Systems Brief Description: Is to introduce and enhance the participants to technical aspects of high voltage (H.V.) Phenomena on transmission lines (TL) and other power systems components. Methods of insulation used on TL and other power system equipment under different H.V. surges and other related subjects are presented. The course reviews high voltage phenomena of break down, fields and dielectrics, also high voltage technology available and practices. This serves as background for discussion and understanding of subjects presented on high voltage phenomena on power systems. Different HV application used in TL will be explained with HV phenomena indicators such as Corona and partial discharges, as well as surge impedance loading, maximum power transfer, thermal and true power limits transferred by TL. Underground cables as HV transmission media in large cities will be dealt with from manufacturer and practical aspects, its modeling, and behavior under HV overvoltages will be demonstrated. Insulation under power frequency, lightning and switching surges is presented. Outline/Topics: REVIEW OF THE LIGHTNING PHENOMENA LIGHTNING OVERVOLTAGES and BIL’s COMPONENTS of LIGHTNING PROTECTION SYSTEMS LIGHTNING PROTECTION of OVERHEAD LINES LIGHTNING PROTECTION OF STRUCTURES LIGHTNING PROTECTION and INSULATION COORDINATION of SHIELDED SUBSTATIONS LIGHTNING PROTECTION of EXPOSED DISTRIBUTION TRANSFORMERS Click here to download course details in PDF. |
Course duration: 5 Days Course Dates: December 27-31, 2008 Course Timmings: 8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Course Fees: SAR 7000 Language: English |
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Course Code: OC0803-108 Course Title: High Voltage Phenomena on Power and Transmission Systems Brief Description: Is to introduce and enhance the participants to technical aspects of high voltage (H.V.) Phenomena on transmission lines (TL) and other power systems components. Methods of insulation used on TL and other power system equipment under different H.V. surges and other related subjects are presented. The course reviews high voltage phenomena of break down, fields and dielectrics, also high voltage technology available and practices. Outline/Topics: Among the topics to be addressed in this course are: • Different H.V. application used in power system will be explained with some phenomena indicators such as flashover, Corona, and Partial discharges. • Underground cables as H. V. transmission media in large cities will be dealt with from manufacturer and practical aspects, its modelling, and behaviour under H. V overvoltages will be demonstrated • H V and E HV TL performance, models, problems, and solutions will be presented, • Transient phenomena and travelling waves on TL. • Surge and tower Impedance under power frequency and surge voltage • The causes for over voltages on power systems will be addressed, and insulation coordination methods are presented. • Surge Impedance loading, thermal and true power transferred limits calculations. • Practical selections, types, and testing of insulators under contaminated conditions are demonstrated. • Failure modes of insulation (non-ceramic, porcelain and glass). Click here to download course details in PDF. |
Course duration: 5 Days Course Dates: November 22-26, 2008 Course Timmings: 8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Course Fees: SAR 7000 Language: English |
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Course Code: OC0814-124 Course Title: Introduction to ArcGIS Brief Description: Developed by Environmental Systems Research Institute, USA, ArcGIS is considered one of the most complete desktop GIS packages. The objective of this short course is to introduce the participants to the basic concepts of this GIS package and its wide range of applications. The course includes a considerable amount of dedicated hands-on exercises. Outline/Topics: This short course covers the following topics: 1. Exploring GIS Concepts 2. Displaying Data and Querying Database 3. Working with Spatial Data and Tables 4. Editing Data 5. Working with Georeferenced Data 6. Presenting Data Beside comprehensive lectures, the short course includes a considerable amount of hands-on sessions on ArcGIS package that will be conducted at the GIS Unit. Click here to download course details in PDF. |
Course duration: 5 Days Course Dates: May 23-27, 2009 Course Timmings: 8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Course Fees: SAR 8000 Language: English |
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Course Code: OC0814-122 Course Title: Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Technology and its Applications Brief Description: The objective of this intensive five days short course is to introduce the participants to the principles and concepts of GIS technology and its current and potential applications. The course is also intended to raise the awareness of personnel, whose agencies are contemplating to acquire GIS, about the issues that should be considered for a successful acquisition and implementation of GIS. Outline/Topics: GIS functional elements, GIS applications in Urban and Municipal Planning, Infrastructure and Utilities Management, Environment Protection, and Natural Resources Management. Spatial Data Structures, Users Needs Assessment, GIS Planning and Implementation Click here to download course details in PDF. |
Course duration: 5 Days Course Dates: December 27-31, 2008 Course Timmings: 8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Course Fees: SAR 8000 Language: English |
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Course Code: OC0814-121 Course Title: Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Technology and its Applications Brief Description: The objective of this intensive five days short course is to introduce the participants to the principles and concepts of GIS technology and its current and potential applications. The course is also intended to raise the awareness of personnel, whose agencies are contemplating to acquire GIS, about the issues that should be considered for a successful acquisition and implementation of GIS. Outline/Topics: GIS functional elements, GIS applications in Urban and Municipal Planning, Infrastructure and Utilities Management, Environment Protection, and Natural Resources Management. Spatial Data Structures, Users Needs Assessment, GIS Planning and Implementation Click here to download course details in PDF. |
Course duration: 5 Days Course Dates: November 15-19, 2008 Course Timmings: 8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Course Fees: SAR 8000 Language: English |
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Course Code: OC0814-123 Course Title: Introduction to ArcGIS Brief Description: Developed by Environmental Systems Research Institute, USA, ArcGIS is considered one of the most complete desktop GIS packages. The objective of this short course is to introduce the participants to the basic concepts of this GIS package and its wide range of applications. The course includes a considerable amount of dedicated hands-on exercises. Outline/Topics: This short course covers the following topics: 1. Exploring GIS Concepts 2. Displaying Data and Querying Database 3. Working with Spatial Data and Tables 4. Editing Data 5. Working with Georeferenced Data 6. Presenting Data Beside comprehensive lectures, the short course includes a considerable amount of hands-on sessions on ArcGIS package that will be conducted at the GIS Unit. Click here to download course details in PDF. |
Course duration: 5 Days Course Dates: April 4-8, 2009 Course Timmings: 8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Course Fees: SAR 8000 Language: English |
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Course Code: OC0812-120 Course Title: Fire Safety in Building Design and Operation Brief Description: This course will cover topics that relate to fire safety in building design and operation, fire protection objectives, fire inception and propagation in buildings, fire detection and suppression systems, emergency evacuation procedures during fires, smoke management and ventilation techniques, hazard and risk assessment, fire safe building materials and assemblies, fire problems in high-rise buildings, fire transmission between buildings, post-fire activity in the workplace, design of architectural details for safety, and Operational guidelines for safety, computer applications. Outline/Topics: Fire safety objectives, Fire inception and propagation in buildings,Fire detection and suppression systems,Emergency evacuation procedures during fire,Smoke management and ventilation techniques,Hazard and risk assessment,Fire safe building materials and assemblies,Fire problems in high-rise buildings,Fire transmission between buildings,Post-fire activity in the workplace,Design of architectural details for safety,Operational guidelines for safety,Computer applications Click here to download course details in PDF. |
Course duration: 5 Days Course Dates: April 18-22, 2009 Course Timmings: 8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Course Fees: SAR 6000 Language: English |
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Course Code: OC0808-117 Course Title: Basic Instrumentations and Measurements for Industrial Process Brief Description: This course aims at understanding the basic instruments used to measure physical variables in industry. Outline/Topics: At the end of this course, the participant will be familiar with the sensors, transducers and equipments used in measuring:Level measurementFlow measurement Temperature measurementpH measurementPneumatic instrumentsLinear displacementProximityPressure measurementStatic & Dynamic ErrorsSoft Sensors Click here to download course details in PDF. |
Course duration: 5 Days Course Dates: March 7-11, 2009 Course Timmings: 8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Course Fees: SAR 6000 Language: English |
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Course Code: OC0808-119 Course Title: Introduction to Control Loop Performance Assessment Brief Description: Conduct a 5-day training session course entitled Introduction to Control Loop Performance Assessment in KFUPM premises Outline/Topics: 1. Introduction to Control loop Performance Assessment Objectives 2. Primary Sensing Elements, Transmitters and Final Control Elements 3. Basic Control Concepts 4. Miscellaneous Control Loop Elements 5. Control applications and Guidelines 6. Tuning Control Systems 7. Auditing of control loops and detection of oscillations 8. Benchmarking of control loops using minimum variance controller. 9. Benchmarking of control loops using generalized minimum variance controller. Click here to download course details in PDF. |
Course duration: 5 Days Course Dates: April 18-22, 2009 Course Timmings: 8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Course Fees: SAR 6000 Language: English |
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Course Code: OC0808-118 Course Title: Effective Maintenance Planning, Scheduling and Control Brief Description: The course will view maintenance as an integrated system that requires organizing, designing, planning, scheduling and control. The tools for effective planning and control will be presented together with an effective system for feedback and control. Measuring and improvement of maintenance performance will be emphasized through out the course. Outline/Topics: Click here to download course details in PDF. |
Course duration: 5 Days Course Dates: April 4-8, 2009 Course Timmings: 8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Course Fees: SAR 6000 Language: English |
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Course Code: OC0808-116 Course Title: Introduction to Process Control Brief Description: Conduct a 5-day training session course entitled Introduction to Process Control in KFUPM (Dhahran, KSA) premises. Detailed topics to be covered are listed below: Introduction to Process Control Objectives Primary Sensing Elements, Transmitters and Final Control Elements Basic control Concepts Controllers Miscellaneous Control Loop Elements Control Applications and Guidelines Multi-Variable Control Systems Tuning Control Systems Process Control Systems Analysis Outline/Topics: Introduction to Process Control Objectives Primary Sensing Elements, Transmitters and Final Control Elements Basic Control Concepts Controllers Miscellaneous Control Loop Elements Control Applications and Guidelines Multi-Variable Control Systems Tuning Control Systems Process Control Systems Analysis Click here to download course details in PDF. |
Course duration: 5 Days Course Dates: January 17-21, 2009 Course Timmings: 8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Course Fees: SAR 6000 Language: English |
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Course Code: OC0808-115 Course Title: Supply Chain Management Brief Description: This course will focus on the integrated flow of inventory and information from source through the production process and channel of distribution to the end consumer. In particular, the course will help you appreciated how firms performance can be improved by integrated supply chain capabilities that provide superior levels of customer service to facilitated customer retention. Outline/Topics: Introduction to supply chain management, Inventory Management, The value of information and forecasting, Supply chain integration and distribution strategies, Outsourcing and strategic alliances. Click here to download course details in PDF. |
Course duration: 5 Days Course Dates: December 20-24, 2008 Course Timmings: 8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Course Fees: SAR 6000 Language: English |
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Course Code: OC0808-114 Course Title: Statistics and Regression Analysis Brief Description: Provide the participants with some basic and practical concepts in applied statistics, probability, and regression. Outline/Topics: Day 1: Introduction to probability, Mathematical Expectation, Frequency and probability distribution, Means and variances Day 2: Normal distribution, Central limit theorem, Sampling distributions and introduction to the t, F and chi square tests. day 3: Point and interval estimation, Statistical significance tests. Day 4: Introduction to regression analysis, Linear vs monlinear regression, Applying the least squares fit equation, Confidence intervals and significance tests on estimated parameters, Distribution of residual analysis. Day 5: Multiple regression analysis, Applying the least squares fit equation, Analysis of variance, Adequacy of the model. Click here to download course details in PDF. |
Course duration: 5 Days Course Dates: November 15-19, 2008 Course Timmings: 8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Course Fees: SAR 6000 Language: English |
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Course Code: OC0818-137 Course Title: Principles of Radiation Protection Brief Description: This is a one-week intensive course that teaches the principles of radiation protection required by radiation workers in order to work safely with radiation and prepares the participants for KACST Radiation Safety Officer licensing exam. Outline/Topics: Basic Physics, Math, and Use of Calculators Atomic and Nuclear Structure Radioactivity Radioactive Decay Process Counting Statistics Interaction of Charged Particles with Matter Interaction and Photons with Matter Interaction of Neutrons with Matter Radiation Shielding Radiation Detectors Radiation Quantities and Units Radiation Standards and Dose Limits External Dose Calculation Internal Dose Calculation Measuring Techniques for External and Internal Radiation Doses Biological Effects of Radiation Operational Survey and Inspection Radioactive Waste Management, Transportation and Packaging Handling Radiation Emergencies National Regulations and Responsibilities Click here to download course details in PDF. |
Course duration: 6 Days Course Dates: June 13-18, 2009 Course Timmings: 8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Course Fees: SAR 6000 Language: English |
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Course Code: OC0818-136 Course Title: Principles of Radiaton Protection Brief Description: This is a one-week intensive course that teaches the principles of radiation protection required by radiation workers in order to work safely with radiation and prepares the participants for KACST Radiation Safety Officer licensing exam. Outline/Topics: Basic Physics, Math, and Use of Calculators Atomic and Nuclear Structure Radioactivity Radioactive Decay Process Counting Statistics Interaction of Charged Particles with Matter Interaction and Photons with Matter Interaction of Neutrons with Matter Radiation Shielding Radiation Detectors Radiation Quantities and Units Radiation Standards and Dose Limits External Dose Calculation Internal Dose Calculation Measuring Techniques for External and Internal Radiation Doses Biological Effects of Radiation Operational Survey and Inspection Radioactive Waste Management, Transportation and Packaging Handling Radiation Emergencies National Regulations and Responsibilities Click here to download course details in PDF. |
Course duration: 6 Days Course Dates: March 14-19, 2008 Course Timmings: 8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Course Fees: SAR 6000 Language: English |
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Course Code: OC0818-135 Course Title: Principles of Radiation Protection Brief Description: This is a one-week intensive course that teaches the principles of radiation protection required by radiation workers in order to work safely with radiation and prepares the participants for KACST Radiation Safety Officer licensing exam. Outline/Topics: Basic Physics, Math, and Use of Calculators Atomic and Nuclear Structure Radioactivity Radioactive Decay Process Counting Statistics Interaction of Charged Particles with Matter Interaction and Photons with Matter Interaction of Neutrons with Matter Radiation Shielding Radiation Detectors Radiation Quantities and Units Radiation Standards and Dose Limits External Dose Calculation Internal Dose Calculation Measuring Techniques for External and Internal Radiation Doses Biological Effects of Radiation Operational Survey and Inspection Radioactive Waste Management, Transportation and Packaging Handling Radiation Emergencies National Regulations and Responsibilities Click here to download course details in PDF. |
Course duration: 6 Days Course Dates: December 27, 2008 - January 1, 2009 Course Timmings: 8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Course Fees: SAR 6000 Language: English |
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Course Code: OC0818-134 Course Title: Principles of Radiation Protection Brief Description: This is a one-week intensive course that teaches the principles of radiation protection required by radiation workers in order to work safely with radiation and prepares the participants for KACST Radiation Safety Officer licensing exam. Outline/Topics: Basic Physics, Math, and Use of CalculatorsAtomic and Nuclear StructureRadioactivityRadioactive Decay ProcessCounting StatisticsInteraction of Charged Particles with MatterInteraction and Photons with MatterInteraction of Neutrons with MatterRadiation ShieldingRadiation DetectorsRadiation Quantities and UnitsRadiation Standards and Dose LimitsExternal Dose CalculationInternal Dose CalculationMeasuring Techniques for External and Internal Radiation DosesBiological Effects of RadiationOperational Survey and InspectionRadioactive Waste Management, Transportation and PackagingHandling Radiation EmergenciesNational Regulations and Responsibilities Click here to download course details in PDF. |
Course duration: 6 Days Course Dates: October 18-23, 2008 Course Timmings: 8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Course Fees: SAR 6000 Language: English |
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Course Code: OC0816-133 Course Title: Instrumental Techniques: Basics and Applications Brief Description: To introduce the fundamentals of the techniques and their important applications in chemical analysis.The basic concepts for every technique will be reviewed. Emphasis on the recently developed techniques and their applications in trace analysis will be made. Outline/Topics: The course will introduce the basics of the different techniques used in chemical analysis. These techniques include atomic absorption, flame emission, inductively coupled plasma, graphite furnace, UV-VIS,IR, gas chromatography, high performance liquid chromatograpphy and electroanalytical methods. The important applications of these techniques will be emphasized.The following topics will be discussedPreparation of samples and standard solutions, Atomic absorption, flame emission , ICP, U.V- VIS. and infra red spectroscopyChromatography (GC,GC-MS, HPLC, IC)Electroanalytical methods (Potentiometry, and Voltammetry). Click here to download course details in PDF. |
Course duration: 5 Days Course Dates: June 6-10, 2009 Course Timmings: 8.00 AM - 4.00 PM Course Fees: SAR 6000 Language: English |
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Course Code: OC0816-132 Course Title: APPLICATIONS OF GAS AND LIQUID CHROMATOGRAPHY Brief Description: This course is designed to upgrade the level of understanding of the participants in the technology and use of gas and liquid chromatography. Outline/Topics: Basic theory and types of chromatography.Instrumentation of conventional gas chromatography.Column selection in gas chromatography.Qualitative and quantitative analysis in chromatography.Instrumentation of capillary gas chromatography.Special analytical techniques in capillary gas chromatography.Applications and recent developments in capillary gas chromatography.Instrumentation of high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC).Column selection in HPLC.Advantages, limitations, and applications of HPLC Click here to download course details in PDF. |
Course duration: 5 Days Course Dates: May 16-20, 2009 Course Timmings: 8.00 AM - 4.00 PM Course Fees: SAR 6000 Language: English |
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Course Code: OC0816-131 Course Title: INTRODUCTION TO WET LABORATORY CHEMISTRY Brief Description: Outline/Topics: Measurements. Data Analysis (Theory). Preparation of samples and standard solutions. Proper handling of materials. Safety. Titrimetry. Titration acid base Indicators: Theory, types, limitations PH and Titration: Theory, determination, types of electrodes, electrodes calibration, regeneration, storage Complexometry and titration. Ion selective electrodes Conductivity TPS Click here to download course details in PDF. |
Course duration: 5 Days Course Dates: April 18-22, 2009 Course Timmings: 8.00 AM - 4.00 PM Course Fees: SAR 6000 Language: English |
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Course Code: OC0816-129 Course Title: THE CHEMISTRY IN PETROLEUM AND PETROCHEMICAL INDUSTRIES Brief Description: This course is designed for laboratory technicians, engineers and technical managers who work or have concerns in Petrochemical Industries. Outline/Topics: An introduction to various energy sources. Overview of the petroleum and petrochemical industry in the Kingdom. Primary raw materials for petrochemicals. Crude oil processing and production of hydrocarbon intermediates. Non-hydrocarbon intermediates. Ammonia and fertilizers. Chemicals based on methane, ethane, ethylene, propylene and higher carbon number olefins. Chemicals based on BTX. Polymerization (plastics, synthetic rubber, fibers etc.). Safety and environmental aspects. Economic aspects of the petrochemical industry. Click here to download course details in PDF. |
Course duration: 5 Days Course Dates: February 21-29, 2009 Course Timmings: 8.00 AM - 4.00 PM Course Fees: SAR 6000 Language: English |
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Course Code: OC0816-128 Course Title: GAS CHROMATOGRAPHY MASS SPECTROMETRY Brief Description: This course is designed to upgrade the level of understanding of the participants in the technology and use of gas chromatography and mass spectrometry. Outline/Topics: Theory of mass spectrometry. Instrumentation of mass spectrometry. Recent developments in mass spectrometry. Applications of mass spectrometry. Theory of gas chromatography. Column selection in gas chromatography. Instrumentation of gas chromatography. Conventional gas chromatography. Capillary gas chromatography. Integration of gas chromatography and mass spectrometry (GC_MS). Experimental techniques in GC_MS. Recent development of GC_MS. Industrial applications of GC_MS. Click here to download course details in PDF. |
Course duration: 5 Days Course Dates: January 24-28, 2009 Course Timmings: 8.00 AM - 4.00 PM Course Fees: SAR 6000 Language: English |
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Course Code: OC0816-127 Course Title: Instrumental Techniques: Basics and Applications Brief Description: This course is intended to give a basic background about the instrumental techniques and their applications to chemical analysis for people managing and working in quality control laboratories,industries and environmental studies. The basic principles of the essential techniques like, AA, FE, ICP,GF, GC, GC-MS, HPLC, UV/Vis, IR, and electroanalytical techniques will be covered. Outline/Topics: The course will introduce the basics of the different techniques used in chemical analysis. These techniques include: atomic absorption, flame emission, inductively coupled plasma, graphite furnace, UV-VIS,IR, gas chromatography, high performance liquid chromatograpphy and electroanalytical methods. The important applications of these techniques will be emphasized. The following topics will be discussed: Preparation of samples and standard solutions, Atomic absorption, flame emission , ICP, U.V- VIS. and infra red spectroscopy Chromatography (GC,GC-MS, HPLC, IC) Electroanalytical methods (Potentiometry, and Voltammetry). Click here to download course details in PDF. |
Course duration: 5 Days Course Dates: December 27-31, 2008 Course Timmings: 8.00 AM - 4.00 PM Course Fees: SAR 6000 Language: English |
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Course Code: OC0816-126 Course Title: APPLICATION OF STATISTICS TO CHEMICAL ANALYSES AND QUALITY CONTROL Brief Description: This course introduces the participants to the applications of statistics to analyses of experimental data. It is of immediate relevance to all those concerned with analyses and for quality control of chemical products. Outline/Topics: Basic statistical concepts. Hypothesis testing. Distribution of sample means. The t-distribution. Relations among sets of measurement. Pair data and two group experiments. The multiple group experiments. The randomized block experiments. ANOVA and linear regression. Validation of methods for pharmaceutical analyses. Data evaluation transformation and reporting. Technology transfer. Quality systems in the chemical laboratory. Pareto charts. Shewhart control charts. Control chart procedures. Other control charts for variables. Compute Lab Three sessions on case studies using statgraphics. Click here to download course details in PDF. |
Course duration: 5 Days Course Dates: November 22-26, 2008 Course Timmings: 8.00 AM - 4.00 PM Course Fees: SAR 6000 Language: English |
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Course Code: OC0800-102 Course Title: Aviation Safety and Security Brief Description: Safety has crucial importance in every aspects of the aviation industry including flight operations, air traffic control operations, ramp operations and maintenance operations. Keeping this in view, the present short course focuses on understanding of basic principles of aviation safety and security, accident prevention and investigation, and tools and techniques for more effective management of aviation safety with case studies to benefit managers, supervisors, engineers, pilots and technical staff who work in civil and military aviation fields. Outline/Topics: 1. Introduction to flight and aviation a. Overview of Aerospace Engineering, airplane and the atmosphere. b. Basic aerodynamics & gas dynamics. c. Performance of aircraft. d. Flight dynamics & control. e. Propulsion of flight vehicles (reciprocating, jet engine and rocket engine) f. Fundamentals of helicopter flight. g. Flight structure and materials. h. Space flight (astronautics) 2. Aviation Safety and Security a. Aviation safety fundamentals b. Aviation accidents and incidents c. Safety reporting and data management d. Human factors in aviation safety e. Human Factors Analysis and Classification System (HFACS) f. Safety in maintenance operations g. Basics of Air Traffic Control h. Air traffic services i. Safety and security at Airport operation area j. Aircraft mishap/accident investigation techniques and management k. Elements of the aviation Safety Management System (SMS) l. Hazard identification and risk assessment tools and techniques m. Accident prevention planning n. Aviation security o. Case studies. Click here to download course details in PDF. |
Course duration: 5 Days Course Dates: April 18-22, 2009 Course Timmings: 8.00 AM - 4.00 PM Course Fees: SAR 6000 Language: English |
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Course Code: OC0800-101 Course Title: Aerospace Engineering Science and Technology (with emphasis on Maintenance & Flight Safety) Brief Description: The great strategic importance of aerospace engineering science and technology is well established as the entire aerospace and aviation industry is connected with it. Keeping this in view, the present course is designed to cover the basics of aerodynamics & gas dynamics, flight dynamics and control, aerospace structures and materials, propulsion, avionics, space flight and the specialized topics such as aircraft system maintenance, and flight safety and security, and aircraft control with the case studies and computer application to benefit R&D engineers, managers, pilots, and technicians related to aerospace engineering field. The course also covers the fundamentals of helicopter flight due to its significance in the industry. Outline/Topics: 1.Fundamentals of Aerospace Engineering. a. Overview of Aerospace Engineering, airplane and the atmosphere. b. Basic aerodynamics & gas dynamics in incompressible and compressible flows. c. Performance of aircraft, level flight, climb, endurance, take-off and landing. d. Flight dynamics & control. e. Propulsion of flight vehicles (reciprocating & jet engine) including rocket engine. f. Flight structure and materials. g. Space flight (astronautics). 2. Fundamentals of helicopter flight. a. Introduction to helicopter and its rotor types. b. Hovering theory, vertical and forward flight performance analysis. c. Dynamics and control of rotor, helicopter stability and vibration. 3. Case studies in: a. Aerodynamics. b. Flight dynamics. c. Structure. d. Propulsion. 4. Aircraft system maintenance. a. Aviation maintenance regulation, records and documents. b. Servicing procedures and ground operation. c. Inspection and testing of aircraft (Checks A, B, C, D). d. Weight and balance computation, aerospace maintenance and its management with economical considerations. e. Aircraft system defects and troubleshooting. f. Case study. 5. Flight traffic control and safety. a. Introduction to air traffic control system and safety. b. Interface between man and machine which affects the safety of flight and human factors, accident prevention and investigation. c. Case study. Click here to download course details in PDF. |
Course duration: 5 Days Course Dates: March 7-11, 2009 Course Timmings: 8.00 A.M. - 4.00 P.M. Course Fees: SAR 6000 Language: English |
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Course Code: OC0800-100 Course Title: Aircraft Maintenance and Aviation Safety Brief Description: Aircraft maintenance and aviation safety operations have crucial importance in every aspects of the aviation industry. Keeping this in view, the present short course focuses on understanding of basic principles of aircraft maintenance and aviation safety, and applying the knowledge toward more effective maintenance and safety management and operations with case studies to benefit managers, supervisors, engineers, pilots, and technical staff who work in civil and military aviation fields. Outline/Topics: 1. Introduction to flight and aviation Overview of Aerospace Engineering, airplane and the atmosphere. Basic aerodynamics & gas dynamics. Performance of aircraft. Flight dynamics & control. Propulsion of flight vehicles (reciprocating, jet engine and rocket engine) Fundamentals of helicopter flight. Flight structure and materials. Space flight (astronautics) 2. Aircraft maintenance. Aviation maintenance regulations, records and documents. A. Aircraft ground handling B. Overview of aircraft systems and engines C. Inspection methods and procedures D. Engine and system maintenance, policy and costs E. Planning and management of aircraft maintenance F. Continuing airworthiness management Program (CAMP) G. Analyzing and assessing in-service component failures H. Reliability and maintenance processes I. Maintenance resource management J. Outsourcing In house Maintenance Operational and financial issues K. Maintenance analysis and logistic support L. Military aircraft maintenance and support M. IT solutions used in maintenance management N. Case studies. 3. Aviation Safety and Security A. Aviation safety fundamentals B. Causes of aviation accidents and incidents C. Safety reporting and data management D. Human factors in aviation safety E. Human Factors Analysis and Classification System (HFACS) F. Aircraft mishap accident investigation techniques and management G. Basics of Air Traffic Control H. Air traffic services I. Flight line safety J. Maintenance safety K. Elements of the aviation Safety Management System (SMS) L. Accident response planning M. Hazard identification and risk assessment tools and techniques N. Aviation security O. Case studies. Click here to download course details in PDF. |
Course duration: 5 Days Course Dates: November 22-26, 2008 Course Timmings: 8.00 AM - 4.00 PM Course Fees: SAR 6000 Language: English |
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