About the Unit
The Educational Affairs Unit is affiliated with the Vice Deanship of Educational Affairs at the Faculty of Computing and Information Technology. It is dedicated to organizing and overseeing the academic aspects of the educational process within the college, in coordination with the academic departments and the Deanship of Admission and Registration.
The unit aims to support the efficient flow of the educational process, provide academic services to students and faculty members, and ensure the implementation of the university's approved academic rules and regulations. This ultimately contributes to improving the student's academic experience and enhancing the quality of education in the college.
Unit Objectives
The Educational Affairs Unit aims to:
- Support the regularity of the educational process within the college.
- Facilitate academic procedures for students.
- Improve the academic student experience.
- Support compliance with the university's approved academic rules and regulations.
- Enhance coordination between the college and the Deanship of Admission and Registration.
Academic Services for Students
Services for New StudentsThe unit provides academic support to new college students during their pre-specialization phase, which includes:
- Fully overseeing the affairs of new (undeclared) students.
- Supervising course registration for new students.
- Providing academic advising during the first-year phase.
- Introducing students to study plans and the requirements of the college's various specializations.
The unit supervises the process of allocating new students to the various specializations within the college, which includes:
- Applying the college's approved allocation criteria.
- Coordinating with the academic departments.
Change of Specialization
The unit reviews requests to change specializations within the college in coordination with the academic departments, strictly following approved academic guidelines.
Academic Registration Management
The Educational Affairs Unit oversees operations related to course registration, which includes:
- Supporting departments in tracking course registration for specialized students, in coordination with the academic departments.
- Assisting students with any academic registration challenges they may face.
Study Schedules Support
The unit is responsible for coordinating with academic departments to organize and follow up on study schedules, ensuring the optimal use of the college's educational facilities. This includes:
- Coordinating with academic departments to organize and track study schedules for courses and sections.
- Coordinating with academic departments to organize and track the creation of course sections.
- Organizing the assignment of lectures and labs to classrooms and laboratories, in coordination with the academic departments.
Exams Management
The unit is responsible for organizing operations related to academic exams in the college, which includes:
- Preparing midterm and final exam schedules in coordination with the academic departments.
- Resolving exam schedule conflicts according to the university's approved rules and regulations.
- Organizing halls and laboratories for exams and academic activities.
Academic Coordination
The unit works to enhance coordination between the college and the university's academic entities by:
- Monitoring adherence to the university's academic calendar.
- Coordinating with the Deanship of Admission and Registration regarding academic affairs.
- Preparing academic reports related to students and courses.
The Team
Unit Manager
Dr. Wajdi Mohammed Alghamdi
Unit Members
Mr. Abdullah Al-Akbari
Mr. Ayman Alghamdi
Mr. Saad Al-Sulami
Contact the Unit
Email:
fcit.aau@kau.edu.sa
About the Unit
The Student Support Unit is affiliated with the Vice Deanship of Educational Affairs at the Faculty of Computing and Information Technology. It is dedicated to providing academic, counseling, and social support to the college's students, contributing to their academic success and the development of their scientific and practical skills.
The unit aims to provide a supportive university environment that helps students adapt to university life, overcome academic and personal challenges, and take advantage of educational opportunities and scientific activities that contribute to developing their skills and enhancing their university experience.
Unit Objectives
The Student Support Unit seeks to achieve several objectives, most notably:
- Supporting students to achieve academic success and excellence.
- Helping students adapt to the university environment.
- Nurturing gifted and outstanding students.
- Supporting students with special needs and providing them with the necessary accommodations.
- Providing psychological support and counseling to students when needed.
- Encouraging students to participate in scientific activities and competitions.
Unit Services
Nurturing Gifted and Outstanding StudentsThe unit works on discovering and nurturing academically outstanding students, supporting their scientific and innovative capabilities through:
- Supporting student participation in scientific and innovation competitions.
- Nominating outstanding students for distinguished scientific programs and initiatives.
- Encouraging students to engage in research and innovative activities.
The unit provides necessary support for students with special needs in coordination with the relevant university departments, which includes:
- Monitoring students' needs within the educational environment.
- Coordinating to provide appropriate academic accommodations in classrooms and during exams.
- Supporting the integration of students into academic and student activities within the college.
Psychological Support and Counseling
The unit provides initial psychological support and counseling for students facing pressure or challenges during their university journey, which includes:
- Receiving cases that require psychological support or counseling.
- Providing initial guidance and counseling to students.
- Referring cases that require specialized support to the appropriate authorities within the university.
Enhancing Student Participation in Scientific Competitions and Events
The Student Support Unit works to support and encourage college students to participate in scientific events and activities both inside and outside the university. This contributes to developing their scientific and research skills and enhances the college's representation in academic forums. The unit's efforts in this area include:
- Encouraging students to attend scientific conferences, seminars, and workshops.
- Coordinating with relevant entities in the college to facilitate student participation in external scientific events.
The Team
Unit Manager
Dr. Wajdi Mohammed Alghamdi
Unit Member
Mr. Mohammed Felfan
Contact the Unit
Email:
fcit.aau@kau.edu.sa
