ANTH 291 Cultural Tourism
Sam Pack, [email protected], Kenyon College
Cultural tourism is paradoxical. On the one hand, the economic benefits of tourism serve as a driver to restore, protect, and promote local cultures. However, it can also undermine these cultures when tourism activities impinge on the rights of indigenous peoples to self-determination. This course explores the impacts of tourism on local communities and the economic, social, cultural, environmental, and political motivations that encourage individuals to participate. It provides alternative insights into tourism as a cultural phenomenon by examining tourism from a different worldview. Themes of the tourist gaze, authenticity, identity, and commodification will be considered throughout the semester. [Expected enrollment: 15]

PSY 462 – Special Topics in Psychology (Cross-Cultural Aspects of Psychological Well-Being)
Dr. Ekaterina A. Burina, [email protected], Effat University
This topic explores the various factors that shape psychological well-being and quality of life across different societies. It will examine the influence of mentality, religion, cultural norms, and social background, highlighting how these elements contribute to overall well-being in diverse cultural contexts. [Expected enrollment: 20-30]

AAST 126: Archives ReImagined
Yveline Alexis, [email protected], Oberlin College
We examine traditional archives (collections, state repositories) and then explore how murals, art, oral stories, silence, and legal testimonies, hair also constitute archival storage from a multilingual perspective. [Expected enrollment: 20]

IR 3225 Foreign Policy
Nikolaos Lampas, [email protected], American College of Greece
This course explores the evolution of foreign policy analysis through theoretical and empirical perspectives. Students will examine decision-making processes, the role of national interests, and the impact of global actors on foreign policy. The course bridges international relations theory with real-world case studies, focusing on key powers like the U.S., the EU, Russia, and the UK. Through research projects and discussions, students will critically analyze policy outcomes and dilemmas, enhancing their ability to assess contemporary foreign policy challenges. [Expected enrollment: 20]

CORE 2096 Digital literacies, AI Literacy, and Intercultural Learning
Maha Bali, [email protected], American University in Cairo
In this course, students develop their intercultural maturity via exploring their own identities and biases, exploring further issues related to othering empathy and social justice, as well as their relationships and interactions with culturally different others in Egypt and globally. Students then explore the digital world, and especially AI from a lens of building upon their identity and knowledge of social justice issues. Students develop their digital literacies and AI literacy with authentic hands-on assessments and in community with one another. [Expected enrollment: 20]

PSYC 501 Child Psychopathology
Dr. Ayesha Aziz , [email protected], Forman Christian College
This course covers the domain of child psychopathology as it is represented in the American Psychiatric Association’s Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5, 2013). The scientific bases of contemporary theories and research regarding major psychological disorders will be studied, with a goal of helping the student recognize and conceptualize a variety of mental health disorders in child hood. The history of diagnostic classification and socio-cultural implications of child psychopathology and mental disorders will be explored. The course will focus on theoretical perspectives and selected current research pertinent to child psychopathology, and on scholarly reviews and critiques of current topics in abnormal psychology. Students will be learning about the types and causes of mental disorders, their assessment, treatment, and related research in child psychopathology. The professional, ethical, and cultural issues related to child psychopathology and its treatment will also be discussed.
[Expected enrollment: 20]

Terrorism and Counter-Terrorism Policies and Strategies- CPPG-666
Syed Wasif Azim, [email protected], Forman Christian College
This course explores terrorism and the policies and strategies employed to counter terrorism. It seeks to explore the conceptual understanding of Terrorism and its history. terrorism can be an individual act, but generally is a group phenomenon. The course identifies and debates the motives, goals, and structure of terrorist groups/organizations. What factors shape their ideology and how recruitments are made? Who finances these groups or are they able to raise funds? What accounts for these terrorist organizations’ online presence? These are difficult questions and demand serious reflection. The course aims to provide some answers through a literature review and applying theories. There is considerable literature that links terrorism to the State’s policies, by building linkages with the non-state actors. It explores the role of states that terrorist groups target, the use of nonstate actors by the state for various policy objectives, and curbing domestic political opposition. Lastly, the course also focuses on counter-terrorism strategies and their implications for societies, focusing on Pakistan and a comparative analysis with another country. [Expected enrollment: 15]

MCOM430 Media Lab
Syed Muhammad Saqib Saleem, [email protected], Forman Christian College
Media Lab is an experiential, hands-on course designed to equip students with essential media production skills, including camera handling, still photography, videography, photo editing, and video editing. The course emphasizes practical learning through industry-standard software and equipment, allowing students to develop technical proficiency in layout design, press ad creation, video production, and post-production aesthetics. Through field assignments and real-world projects, students gain exposure to professional media workflows, enhancing their ability to conceptualize, design, and execute multimedia content. Integrating theoretical principles with technical applications, the course prepares students for careers in digital media, broadcast journalism, advertising, and content creation. [Expected enrollment: 20]

PSYC180: Psychology of Art and Aesthetics
Mahnoor Ali, [email protected], Forman Christian College
This interdisciplinary course will review traditional and contemporary theoretical conceptualizations of the ways in which art is created and perceived across cultures. Art forms will include sculpture, painting, architecture along with other popular arts, such as dance, theater, music, and film. This course will emphasize the psychology of creative processes, psycho-aesthetics, and the perception of art, keeping in view sociocultural aspects related to art design, art-perception, universality of emotion, and meaning in art. Students will be assigned case studies on famous artists and artworks. Students will be required to complete a final project at the end of the course to create an original piece of art (of any form) reflecting the universality or cross-cultural aspects of emotional expression. [Expected enrollment: 20]

BUS 499 Corporate Strategy
Glenn Bryan, [email protected], Ohio Wesleyan University
This is the capstone course for business majors and is intended to challenge students to integrate previously learned material and to further build their expertise in the area of strategic analysis and planning. Strategic planning responds proactively to opportunities and threats which can come from the global economy, marketplace, socio/cultural shifts, and environmental concerns. Primary focus is on industry and company research with the goal of developing and presenting a strategic plan that achieves specific goals and objectives. [Expected enrollment: 18]

MGT 403 Strategic Management
Hanen Charni, [email protected], Effat University
This course explores how businesses create and sustain competitive advantage in a dynamic market. Students will learn to assess external opportunities and threats, evaluate internal strengths and weaknesses, and navigate the strategic management process – from analysis and strategy formulation to implementation and evaluation. Emphasizing real-world application, the course uses case studies to examine business unit, corporate, global, and non-market strategies. By analyzing competitive dynamics and anticipating industry shifts, students will develop the critical thinking skills needed to craft effective strategies that drive profitability and long-term success. [Expected enrollment: 20]

MKT 304 Consumer Behavior
Hanen Charni, [email protected], Effat University
This course provides insights into the decision-making processes of individuals and organizations as they choose, assess, purchase, and dispose of products and services. Students will explore key concepts from marketing, psychology, and sociology to analyze how consumer behavior influences business strategies. The course also examines the impact of the emerging technologies on consumer perceptions, attitudes and decision-making, highlighting how businesses must adapt to evolving digital trends. [Expected enrollment: 25]

HRM201 Human Resources Management
Uzma Javed, [email protected], Effat University
This course covers various aspects of managing human resources in the organizations. Coverage includes aspects such as planning human resources, staffing, learning and development, compensating employees, managing rewards, ensuring employee health and safety, and most importantly compliance to labour law. [Expected enrollment: 25]

ENTP 201 INTRODUCTION TO ENTREPRENEURIAL ECOSYSTEM OF SAUDI ARABIA
Rizwan Ullah Khan, [email protected], Effat University
This course introduces the six domains of the ecosystem of Saudi Arabia, i.e. Roles of Policy (Government), Culture, Finance (including Islamic Finance), Support Institutions, Markets and Human Capital in success of an entrepreneurial venture. The start-ups (students) would be able to understand Intellectual property and its several types, along with the procedures and services provided by the Saudi Authority of Intellectual Property (SAIP). [Expected enrollment: 30]

ENTP406, New Venture Creation
Hala Hattab, [email protected], Effat University
New Venture Creation is a dynamic course aiming at empowering students to pursue entrepreneurship as a career choice through laying the foundation for launching a successful new venture. The course will enable students to build on and integrate knowledge from various business courses to craft a cohesive and persuasive business plan that acts as a roadmap to guide them in turning their ideas into reality. By the end of the course, students will have the confidence and expertise to pitch their ideas to investors and turn their entrepreneurial dreams into tangible businesses. [Expected enrollment: 25]

1627 – MAK 4001 Digital Marketing
Juan Pablo Del Alcazar Ponce, [email protected], Universidad San Francisco de Quito USFQ
Digital marketing and AI strategy course for students who seek to learn and apply knowledge, tools and best practices in digital marketing strategy and execution. [Expected enrollment: 20]

ACCT 202 – Managerial Accounting
Dr. Muhammad Yar Khan, [email protected], Effat University
Managerial accounting is concerned with providing information to managers for use within the organization. Managerial accounting is a company’s internal language, and is used for decision-making, production management, product design and pricing, marketing, and for motivating and evaluating employees. This course stresses the use of information in making business decisions. Main topics include general price level adjusted financial statements, analysis of financial statements, cost accounting systems, cost-volume-profit analysis, cost-revenue analysis, efficiency analysis, product pricing, investment decisions, and capacity utilization. [Expected enrollment: 25]

ECON202 – Principles of Macroeconomics
Dr Rozina Shaheen, [email protected], Effat University
The Principles of Macroeconomics course provides a detailed introduction to the fundamental concepts that drive national and global economies. Students explore prominent theories of business cycles and economic growth, alongside the measurement of national income, unemployment, and inflation. The course examines the structure and functions of the banking system, emphasizing fiscal and monetary stabilization techniques used to manage economic fluctuations. Additionally, it investigates international economic relations, highlighting the impact of global trade, exchange rates, and policy decisions. Through this exploration, students gain critical insights into the interconnected nature of economic activities and the dynamic forces shaping market outcomes. [Expected enrollment: 30]

ECON 201 – Principles of Microeconomics
Dr Rozina Shaheen, [email protected], Effat University
In the Principles of Microeconomics course, students receive a contemporary introduction to economic thought and the analytical tools used in business decision making. The course covers fundamental concepts including supply and demand, consumer behavior, and market interactions. It examines how firms determine production costs, output decisions, and pricing strategies using the theory of the firm. Additionally, the course explores general equilibrium analysis to understand how various market forces interact to shape overall economic outcomes. Through case studies, real-world applications, and interactive discussions, students develop essential skills to critically analyze microeconomic phenomena and apply economic reasoning to practical business challenges successfully. [Expected enrollment: 30]

OSCM 304 Supply Chain Management
Dr. Sara Elzarka, [email protected], Effat University
This course introduces students to the role of the supply chain and its impact on a company’s overall performance. This course topics include coordination in a supply chain, achieving strategic fit, supply chain drivers and metrics, delivering value to customers, supply chain strategies, designing distribution networks, aggregate planning, and supply chain risk management. [Expected enrollment: 25]

CN2110 Introduction to Advertising
George Kyparissiadis, [email protected], American College of Greece
The course covers the key concepts, principles and theories of advertising, including its role in the promotional mix, types of traditional and digital advertising, advertising strategy and the interpretation of advertising from a variety of perspectives, such as ethical, sociological, psychological, and cultural. It provides students with the theoretical and practical foundation to help them develop a critical awareness of advertising’s role in promotional communication, and the contemporary world. It also helps them develop key analytic skills, necessary for evaluating advertising campaigns from the perspectives of sociology, psychology, media, and the practice of advertising. [Expected enrollment: 15-20]

CMPL271 Italian Women Writers in Translation
Stiliana Milkova, [email protected], Oberlin College
A still predominantly patriarchal society, Italy affords fewer opportunities and less visibility to women writers and to women in all spheres of public life. In this course we approach Italian literature in translation through the history and practice of women’s writing. We examine narratives of trauma and suffering as well as stories of liberation and creative genius, focusing on Italian literature of the past 100 years. Readings in English. [Expected enrollment: 20]

ENGL-23054 Literatures of Migration
Daimys Ester García , [email protected], The College of Wooster
This course surveys American literature from the 20th and 21st century, focusing on migration to and within what we consider the United States. The course critically explores the effects and literary expressions of internal and external migrations, sovereignty and liberation, displacement and belonging, nation and citizenship, language and other ways in which a variety of peoples have made sense of their experiences in the United States. The class familiarizes students with concepts of forced and voluntary migrations that play important roles in our national narrative and with issues that these groups grapple with on our national stage. Authors include Edwidge Danticat, Louise Erdrich, Cristina García, Jhumpa Lahiri, Toni Morrison, Miné Okubo, Art Spiegelman, and Javier Zamora. [Expected enrollment: 20-25]

CINA 113 – INTRODUCTION TO PHOTOGRAPHY
Mustafa Yousry, [email protected], Effat University
The introduction to photography course prepares the students with a wide range of basic photographic techniques and practices. The course content includes an introduction to the history, theory, and fundamentals of photography. The course will also involve hands-on demonstrations and the development of students’ skills by utilizing various types of equipment and image manipulation applications. Students are required to develop a term portfolio that presents the outcome of their final coursework. [Expected enrollment: 20]

CL1099 Modern to Contemporary in the Arab World
David Tresilian, [email protected], American University of Paris
This course, part of the University’s program for first-year students, examines the modern and contemporary Arab world through its literature, including fiction, biography and autobiography, travel writing, films, and some poetry. It takes a thematic approach, touching on issues such as identity, citizenship and social and political participation, relations with the outside world, including diaspora and emigration, education, lifestyles and living spaces, the family, and relations between men and women. Materials relating to contemporary political and social change are explored in the context globalization, among them political transition, minority rights, sexuality, civil society, and religion. [Expected enrollment: 18]

250 ENGL Creative Writing
Mussarat Shahid, [email protected], Forman Christian College
Course Description: ENGL 250 is the “open sesame” to Creative Writing, unlocking the door for undergraduate students eager to develop confidence and expertise in writing across genres’ fiction, non-fiction, poetry, screenwriting, and digital storytelling. This course fosters experimentation and growth, empowering students to improve their communication, collaboration, and presentation skills. Students will learn the craft of writing through reading, multimedia, and hands-on writing activities. AI will also play a role as a creative partner, helping students generate ideas, explore innovative narrative possibilities, and enhance storytelling through cutting-edge tools. Beyond improving academic English and writing style, this course encourages students to follow their individual creative paths, critically reflecting on their development as writers. With a combination of lectures, discussions, and AI-supported writing workshops, students will explore language holistically and in context, all within a supportive environment that nurtures creativity and self-expression. [Expected enrollment: 28]

ENGL 305 Contagion Narratives
Asfa Zia, [email protected], Forman Christian College
This course will focus on contagion narratives involving fictional and nonfiction works, such as Albert Camus’s The Plague and Susan Sontag’s Illness as Metaphor. The purpose is to enlighten students on the correlation and impact of emotional and physical wounds on the world. [Expected enrollment: 25]

LING 415: Forensic Linguistics
Adeel Khalid, [email protected], Forman Christian College
This course explores the intricate relationship between language and law through a multidisciplinary study of spoken and written texts, linguistic behavior, and forensic phonetics in legal contexts. Students will examine linguistic evidence in criminal and civil disputes, focusing on key areas such as speaker profiling, authorship analysis, voice/text comparison, plagiarism detection, forgery, and courtroom discourse. The course integrates theories, techniques, and case studies to analyze legal language and disputes of meaning, providing essential skills for understanding linguistic evidence in investigative and judicial settings. [Expected enrollment: 15]

Ling 370, Language, Culture and Identity
Dr. Ambreen Javed, [email protected], Forman Christian College
The course aims at developing an understanding of what constitutes identity and how it is related to or shaped by language and culture. Language use in different social settings and the linguistic repertoire used according to the social setting, ethnicity, race, age or gender has reasons. The course also seeks to conceptualize views of language, literacy and cultural practices in different contexts. It also deals with the types of identity (religious, ethnic, linguistic, cultural, and national), the issue of identity in multicultural societies, identity crisis, language attitudes, ethnic conflicts, linguistic conflicts, linguistic inequality, linguistic imposition, cross-cultural communication and culture shock. [Expected enrollment: 20]

CS 3151 – Software Engineering
Akila Sarirete, [email protected], Effat University
This course covers the fundamental concepts and methodologies of software engineering. It emphasizes the main phases of the software lifecycle, such as requirements, design, implementation, testing, project planning. Also, it stresses the difference between the software product and process. The course incorporates a class project. Students will work in groups to design and build a software, according to specifications given in class. [Expected enrollment: 25]

GSUS 152 Introduction for Sustainability
Noha Essam Khamis, [email protected], Effat University
This course explores the contemporary design issues emerging in the current era and shed light on the mega trends and forecasting tools of design trends. The course identifies the currently emerging design issues in the local, regional, national and global contexts. The course stresses analytical research and the practical implementation of the principles necessary for design sustainability, circular economy, health and safety of spaces for special population groups, such as children, the physically challenged, the elderly and the poor throughout the world. Students will study “world relate” issues in design such as gender equality, intersectionality, diversity and inclusion. The influence of key forces such as interconnectivity and interactivity, increasing computing power, digitization, emergence of knowledge economies, technological, material and experiential innovations. Through lectures, seminars, discussions, verbal presentation and case studies, various aspects of contemporary issues are taught that can be directly applied to design problems. The students learning will be assessed using, timed exams, position papers submission, in-class exercises, assignments, and small projects. The students will be able to understand the contemporary issues emerging in interior design and product design, in the current time and develop appropriate design solutions in response. [Expected enrollment: 15-20]

GEOG 222 Globlization and Introduction
Dr.Khadija Shakrullah, [email protected], FLAME University
The objective of this course is to develop awareness about the concept of Globalization, evolution, its impact, and the future of Globalization. The various components of globalization are thoroughly explored in this course, which looks at its historical foundations, economic aspects, cultural effects, and social ramifications. Globalization is an intricate and interrelated phenomenon that extends beyond national boundaries, impacting multiple facets of our modern world. Students will thoroughly grasp globalization and its consequences on economies, societies, and individuals through case studies, theoretical frameworks, and real-world experiences. [Expected enrollment: 25]

ENVR/BIOL 323 Ecology and Evolution
Sumaira Akram, [email protected], Forman Christian College
This course Develops a comprehensive understanding of key ecological principles, including population dynamics, community interactions, and ecosystem processes. It also fosters critical thinking skills by evaluating the impact of human activities on ecosystems. [Expected enrollment: 22-28]

MAT182 Statistics for Everybody
Charles Burke, [email protected], Franklin University Switzerland
Statistics for Everybody is an introductory course covering essential applied statistical concepts and techniques. It incorporates a well known Social Science statistical portal called the Survey Documentation and Analysis tool throughout the course. The course begins with an understanding of how we conceptualize and operationalize statistical concepts into measurable variables. We then begin to explore data using descriptive statistics and simple data visualizations – learning both how to create and interpret meaningful data visualizations. Next we learn how to compare and contrast different variables and cohorts, exploring similarities through correlation and differences through means testing. Finally, we explore more advanced analysis techniques including developing contingency tables and multiple regression models, examining their outputs (z-scores, p-values) to better understand the notion of statistical significance. Students culminate their learning with a final project, leveraging their own hypotheses and statistical analyses in order to present their own unique findings. [Expected enrollment: 20]

BIOL-201, CELL BIOLOGY
Muhammad Zubair, [email protected], Forman Christian College
introduction to the course, applications of cell biology, research in cell biology, evolution of cell, comparison of plant and animal cells, biological molecules (carbohydrates), structure and function of plant cell wall, its comparison with prokaryotic cell wall, biological molecules, (lipids and protein), ultra structure of cell: plasma membrane, movement across cell membrane and its significance, structure and function of chloroplast and mitochondria; comparison, the cytoplasm: endoplasmic reticulum, golgi complex, lysosomes and vacuoles. Peroxisomes and glyoxysomes, the cytoskeleton, significance of cytoskeleton, the nucleus: structure and function of nucleus, nuclear material, cell cycle, cell division and its control, apoptosis; programmed cell death, comparison to necrosis, introduction to cellular communications, types of cellular secretions, cellular communication; properties of receptors, cell signaling pathways, G coupled protein, tyrosine kinase and adhesion receptors. [Expected enrollment: 25]

BIOT-316 Fundamentals of Virology
Muhammad Zubair, [email protected], Forman Christian College
Origin and nature of viruses, taxonomy and classification, ultra structure of viruses, virus isolation, purification and identification, models of viral replication, viral genome analysis, chemotherapy of viral infections, virus host interaction, immunity to viral infections, important viral families of human importance; family characteristics, transmission, epidemiology and pathogenicity. [Expected enrollment: 20]

Chem. 320 Industrial Chemistry
Dr. Hina Abid, [email protected], Forman Christian College
This course provides an in-depth understanding of industrial processes, covering key organic and inorganic industries such as sugar, paper, glass, acid, alkali, cement, food, water treatment, fermentation, and also the concept of entrepreneurship. Students will explore chemical reactions involved in manufacturing, environmental impacts, and feasibility report writing. The course includes lectures, lab work, and industrial tours to provide hands-on learning. By the end, students will gain knowledge of various industrial products, their production methods, and sustainability challenges. Assessments include quizzes, exams, presentations, and lab work to reinforce practical and theoretical concepts essential for careers in industrial chemistry. [Expected enrollment: 15-20]

DANC227 Choreography I
Balinda Craig-Quijada, [email protected], Kenyon College
The theory and practice of making dances is the focus of the choreographer. The fundamentals of composing both solo and group works are presented through the exploration of dance dynamics, improvisation and movement problem-solving. Work includes movement studies, presentations, readings and discussions. Group preparation time outside of class for movement studies is required. [Expected enrollment: 7 to 10]

SPAN 120: Beginning Spanish II
Barbara D. Riess, [email protected], Allegheny College
A study that stresses the spoken language while continuing to introduce more complex structural grammatical patterns of Spanish. It furthers the acquisition of vocabulary and basic communication skills. Students continue to develop basic cultural awareness through the study of selected Spanish-speaking countries and authentic cultural materials. [Expected enrollment: 18]

ARCH 333 – History and Theory of Architecture II
Maya Kamareddine, [email protected], Effat University
This course provides an overview of the architectural developments of different Muslim regions and dynasties throughout history. It raises critical issues related to historical context, cross-cultural links, and stylistic variations of built forms and artistic practices in diverse cities across the continents of Asia, Africa, and Europe. The course focuses on the notion of architecture as a socio-cultural phenomenon that was constantly in contact with diverse cultures, other forms of knowledge, and lived experiences, all reflected in the built forms of the studied regions. It offers a cross-cultural learning experience, designed as the second part of the sequence of architectural history and theory courses, which provide students with opportunities to debate critical issues, prepare analytical research, and connect the dialects of traditional and contemporary architecture to events and circumstances that originally gave them meaning. [Expected enrollment: 25-30]

ARCH 457 – Professional Practice
Mohamad Kashef, [email protected], Effat University
The business plan component in this course should provide a detailed vision, market research, financial analysis, and action plans for starting a small architecture firm. Based on thorough research and analysis of the market and the firm’s business goals over five to ten years into the future, the business plan lays out clear objectives, success criteria, and business lifecycle trajectory. Professional business plans can help raise funding for startup firms (Bank Loans, Investors, etc.), provide a strategic direction for business growth, and improve chances of success. They are living documents requiring constant updates and review as companies grow and change. Banks and investors review proposed business plans carefully to assess whether borrowers understand the ins and outs of running the technical and financial operations of a business. Well-prepared business plans provide Banks and investors with the much-needed confidence in the ability of borrowers to successfully operate a business and repay loans timely with accrued interests. [Expected enrollment: 20]

ARCH 444 – Housing and Economics
Dr. Ahmed Mohamed Refaat, [email protected], Effat University
This course explores key housing concepts, terminologies, and sustainable infrastructure principles through lectures, assignments, and case studies. Students apply theoretical knowledge to a project focused on small-scale neighborhood design, addressing environmental, socio-cultural, physiological, and financial factors. The course is structured around five themes: affordable housing, healthful housing, model neighborhoods, site planning, and the model neighborhood concept. Emphasizing design thinking, it highlights the often-overlooked role of model neighborhoods in holistic planning. By integrating problem-solving strategies, students develop a comprehensive understanding of housing challenges and innovative solutions within a sustainable and practical framework. [Expected enrollment: 20]

CS3172 – Research Projects in Computing
Dr. Tayeb Brahimi, [email protected], Effat University, Jeddah, KSA
This course helps students develop technical writing skills in the field of computing. Essential skills are taught to students to develop their ability to write a research proposal and to build a research methodology. Students are required to produce at the end of the course a research proposal that may be used as a framework for their senior project. [Expected enrollment: 15]

MATH 101 – Calculus 1 for Engineering
Dr. Tayeb Brahimi, [email protected], Effat University
Functions, limits, continuity, trigonometric functions, tangents, instantaneous rates of change, velocities and, derivatives, the chain rule, implicit differentiation, higher derivatives, exponential functions, inverse functions, the mean value theorem, monotonic functions, concavity, points of inflection, applied maximum and minimum problems, definite and indefinite integrals, and the fundamental theorem of calculus. [Expected enrollment: 25]

ARCH 454 MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL & SAFETY SYSTEMS
Amgad Fahmy, [email protected], Effat University, Jeddah, KSA
Unlock the secrets to creating buildings that are not just visually stunning but also functionally brilliant! This course offers a comprehensive dive into the mechanical, electrical, sanitary, and fire systems that are the backbone of any architectural masterpiece. Discover how the most exceptional architects seamlessly integrate these essential systems into their designs, ensuring both beauty and practicality. This isn’t just theory – hands-on learning at its best! You’ll get the chance to apply these systems directly to one of your own design projects. Along the way, you will learn how to tweak and refine your designs to make them not only aesthetically pleasing but fully functional and efficient. Whether you’re dreaming of designing sleek skyscrapers or sustainable homes, this course will equip you with the skills to bring your architectural visions to life. Join us and transform your projects into works of art that stand the test of time! [Expected enrollment: 20]

DESN 373 Service design & Marketing Communication
Noha Essam Khamis, [email protected], Effat University
The course aims to provide students with a method of investigation within the design representation systems, with a particular focus on the product dimension and its communicative additions. The role of service, its design and implementation is examined in the context of customer value creation. This course focuses on the key elements (culture, communications, strategy, operations, people and technology), that designers-marketers must integrate to establish and sustain service excellence and provide customer value. A focus on the marketing mix for services, service encounter, human factor and service quality extends service as part of marketing beyond the realm of traditional service industries. Design Narratives must therefore be intended as an investigation tool in the “overwritten” universe of visual culture, as well as a design active to grow up that awareness necessary to the ability to “build” stories as integrated part of the design process. The teaching strategy will be organised as a group exploration of integrated service, marketing, and communication design, following four main types of challenges: performance challenges, related to the know-how of designers; systemic challenges, related to the complexity of designed systems; contextual challenges, related to the relationship with cultures, environments, and policies; global challenges, related to the interconnection of systems and the wider aim of sustainability. [Expected enrollment: 15-20]

DESN 431 – Contemporary issues in design
Dr. Dina Ahmed Mohamed Mostafa, [email protected], Effat University
The course identifies the currently emerging design issues at the local, regional, national and global contexts. The influence of factors such as interconnectivity and interactivity, increasing computing power, digitization, emergence of knowledge economies, technological, material and experiential innovations, mechanization and urbanization, resource conservation, depletion and renewal, sustainability and resilience, schools of thought such as non-linearity, bio- mimicry, reflective and networked practices, and quality of life in shaping our understanding of the what, why, how, when, and where of design are analyzed and articulated. [Expected enrollment: 15 – 25]

DESN 121 – Freehand Drawing
Dr. Dina Ahmed Mohamed Mostafa, [email protected], Effat University
This foundational course in freehand drawing is designed for first-year interior design and industrial design students, emphasizing the development of essential sketching skills. Students will explore both abstract and representational drawing techniques, enabling them to visualize and communicate their thoughts and ideas effectively. The curriculum includes a diverse range of practical exercises, such as sketching everyday objects, furniture, and architectural elements. Key assignments involve drawing items like cups, water bottles, footwear, and various types of furniture, including chairs, tables, and sofas. Students will also engage in creating exploded views of product assemblies and perspective drawings of interior spaces. [Expected enrollment: 15 -25]

DESN 101 – Design Fundamentals
Mirhan Abouelfadl, [email protected], Effat University
This beginner-level design studio, taken in the first semester of the Design Program, introduces fundamental design elements, principles, and processes. Students explore general design, gaining an initial understanding of spatial design and orthographic representation. Knowledge is delivered through lectures, case studies, and one-on-one instruction. Assessments include assignments, small projects, a one-day sketch exam, and a final project. By the end of the course, students will apply design elements and processes to create basic interior spaces and simple products. [Expected enrollment: 10]

DESN 102 – Studio 2: Design Thinking and Application
Mirhan Abouelfadl, [email protected], Effat University
This freshmen-level 2 design studio builds on previous coursework, applying design principles, concepts, and processes with a focus on general design. Students engage in design thinking through lectures, group discussions, focus groups, and one-on-one supervision. Assessments include sketch exams, assignments, projects, and presentations. By the end of the course, students will analyze design problems, develop and visualize ideas, and construct forms, spaces, and experiences. The course aims to build foundational competencies in interior and product design, culminating in a final project presentation. [Expected enrollment: 10]

ARCH 358 Computer Aided Design 3
Dr. Ibrahim Saleh, [email protected], Effat University
This course introduces a set of unique tools within McNeel Rhino + Grasshopper (GH) or any relevant software, specifically created for the kind of early design explorations, analysis, and visualization. It is also open to include not only parametric design and complex geometric generation programs, but also new developed software related to artificial intelligence, internet of things, metaverse design, …etc. [Expected enrollment: 20]

ARCH 257 Architectural Visualization
Dr. Ibrahim Saleh, [email protected], Effat University
This course will guide students through the skills and procedures needed in a professional architectural visualization context. The courses topics will cover the available and most recent software packages used in industry, and most specifically the visualization and presentation context. It will provide students with a hands-on ability to model, texture, light and render architectural visualizations. The course will help students choose the best and most appropriate software, media, scale, colors, and other digital graphic design tools and principles to present a specific architectural product, as well as mixing and integrating different visualization software to reach for vivid and expressive architectural drawings, models, posters. [Expected enrollment: 20]

ARCH 150
Ahmed M. Refaat, [email protected], Effat University
This course advances students’ computer-aided architectural design skills using AutoCAD. Building upon basic architectural drawing principles, it covers drawing setups, geometric shapes, editing tools, text, dimensions, and commands for technical drawings. Students enhance their computation skills to produce clear 2D and orthogonal drawings, including plans, elevations, sections, axonometric, isometrics, and exploded drawings through computer presentations and rendering. [Expected enrollment: 18]

ARCH 444
Ahmed M. Refaat, [email protected], Effat University
This course explores housing concepts, terminology, and sustainable infrastructure. Through lectures, assignments, and case studies, students will analyze the environmental, socio-cultural, physiological, and financial dimensions of design decisions. Theoretical aspects are applied in a limited-scale neighborhood project to solve problems related to affordable and healthful housing, site planning, and the model neighborhood concept, which is identified and discussed as part of the design thinking process. [Expected enrollment: 20]