English 1 is a theoretical, 3-credit hour university requisite, and a general English Course which is designed to serve all BA and BSc Students of (PTUK) in all faculties. This course aims at developing students’ repertoire of the English language main skills as well as sub-skills through providing them with broad varieties of language patterns, grammatical and structural rules, and vocabulary items that can enable them to communicate meaningfully within ordinary and real-life contexts and situations. This course is also oriented towards equipping students with the skills they need to comprehend texts, contexts, and situations that are related to ordinary and real-life topics. Throughout this course, students will be exposed to a wide and various aural inputs in order to broaden and deepen their skills in listening, judgment, and critical thinking. Students of this course are expected to acquire and practice the skills they need to maximize their capabilities to express opinions about ordinary and real life topics both orally and in a written format, which will help in widening the students’ academic horizon.

Conducting laboratory experiments including the use of compound and dissecting microscopes, preparation of various slides, and differentiation between different types of cells. Detection of cellular components and essential biomolecules, study of molecular transport across cell membranes, and investigation of the effects of physical and chemical factors on enzyme activity.

Laboratory component of microbiology for veterinary medicine. Includes culturing, staining, biochemical testing and microscopy for identifying veterinary pathogens.

Introduces the morphological and descriptive features of animal cells and tissues, including organelles, cell differentiation, and tissue structure across organ systems.

Introduction to the science of animal behavior (ethology), examining behavior genetics, physiology, ecology, and evolution, with emphasis on domesticated animals.

Fundamentals of veterinary parasitology. Focuses on epidemiology, host-parasite interactions, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of parasitic diseases in animals.

Lab course for meat and milk hygiene, including inspection techniques, microbial testing, and assessment of food safety parameters.

Lab course supporting veterinary physiology, includes simulations and recordings of physiological parameters in animals.

Practical lab to reinforce surgical procedures, including sterile field setup, wound closure techniques, and anesthetic monitoring.

Covers principles of managing animal and poultry farms, housing, feeding, health management, and economic optimization strategies.

Lab work supporting goat and sheep medicine including clinical exams, parasitology, sample analysis, and herd health management.

Students rotate in companion animal clinics and handle real cases under supervision, including history taking and diagnostics.

The course covers the anatomy, physiology, pathology, and treatment of aquatic animals such as fish and amphibians. Emphasis is placed on diagnostic techniques, disease management, biosecurity, and the impact of water quality on aquatic animal health.

This course prepares students to respond to disease outbreaks and natural disasters. Topics include epidemiological investigation, emergency planning, risk communication, zoonotic disease response, and the role of veterinarians in disaster management.

Remedial English: The course is a compulsory service course offered for first year students. It is a prerequisite for E1 and it focuses mainly on the language learning skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. The course is intended to equip the students with basic skills necessary for successful communication in both oral and written forms of the language. In addition to grammar and how to use vocabulary in a meaningful context.

This course is a broad introduction to the use of computers as tools for creativity, communications and organizing information. The course also provides fundamental basic knowledge in dealing with Microsoft office, internet browsing and Visual Basic. This course also provides an overview of the biostatistics programs including SPSS.

Covers fundamental concepts in veterinary immunology, including innate and adaptive immunity, immune responses to pathogens, vaccines, and hypersensitivities in animals.

Covers diseases, treatment, and management of beef and dairy cattle. Includes health protocols, vaccination and nutrition.

Focuses on common infectious and metabolic diseases of large animals, and their impact on productivity and health.

Laboratory on reproductive diagnostics and clinical case handling, including AI techniques and palpation procedures.

Applies pharmacological principles in clinical contexts such as dosage protocols, drug withdrawal times, and resistance.

Students rotate in veterinary surgical clinics to perform procedures and manage post-operative care.

The course addresses public health concerns related to food production and animal health. Topics include zoonoses, foodborne diseases, food hygiene regulations, inspection procedures, and the veterinarian’s role in safeguarding public health.

This course is designed to serve PTUK students in the faculties of Science and Engineering as well as the students of Educational Technology (ET); it offers a broad overview of the English language learning skills in reading, writing, speaking that will enable them to communicate meaningfully in scientific contexts and situations. It also offers a broad variety of scientific language grammatical patterns and vocabulary items that are needed to comprehend scientific contexts and trends. Throughout this course, students will be exposed to a variety of scientific topics, aural input in order to broaden and deepen their critical thinking skills and to help them express opinions about modern scientific topics and problems.

Colligative properties (determination of molar mass), measurement of colligative properties (determination of molar mass), calorimetry, reaction rate, factors affecting the rate of chemical reactions, determination of the equilibrium constant, inorganic acids, solubility product constant (Ksp), common ion effect, oxidation-reduction and the activity series of metals, pH value, qualitative analysis, anions, and the first, second, and third groups of cations.

Covers practical aspects of biochemical analysis, including handling of biological samples, performing diagnostic assays for proteins, enzymes, carbohydrates, and lipids, and interpreting results in clinical settings.

This course introduces students to the biology, taxonomy, and control methods of arthropods that act as vectors of diseases in animals and humans. It covers life cycles, transmission of pathogens, and integrated pest management.

This practical course focuses on the identification and classification of medically and veterinary important arthropods such as insects and ticks. Students learn dissection, slide preparation, and microscopic examination techniques for vector species.

This course provides an overview of classical Mendelian genetics along with modern molecular genetics. Topics include gene structure, function, inheritance patterns, linkage, DNA replication, gene expression, and genetic mutations.

Focus on hygiene, inspection and disease diagnosis related to meat (including fish) and milk. Covers slaughter practices, food safety and zoonotic implications.

Addresses poultry health, diseases, and production. Includes vaccination, biosecurity, nutrition and housing strategies.

Explores biology and health management of birds and rabbits. Focuses on nutrition, breeding, handling, and common diseases.

Introduces honey bee biology, colony health management, and major diseases including parasites, bacterial and viral pathogens.

Practical course conducted in clinical settings to assess and manage reproductive cases in livestock and companion animals.

Clinical application of poultry medicine knowledge with case handling, necropsy, lab diagnostics and preventive measures.

A problem-based course where students will develop their problem- solving, diagnostic reasoning, and clinical decision-making skills by exploring a series of clinical presentations carried out of the Aroub animal farms and in private sector farms when possible. Students will be supervised by university staff. The first part (Training 1), will be carried out in large animal farms (cattle, sheep, and goats). It will also involve student presentations prepared to cover clinical problems, health protection problems, public health/public practice and research problems. Skills will include problem identification, information gathering and assessment, clinical reasoning and problem solving. Students are expected to integrate foundational knowledge from biomedical sciences with clinical sciences, population health science and technical skills to explore and resolve problems. Students are introduced to clinical decision-making.

This course introduces students to the principles and practices of animal care within various animal production systems. It covers management techniques for livestock, animal welfare standards, housing systems, feeding practices, breeding management, and the economic importance of animal-based industries. The course emphasizes sustainable practices in both small- and large-scale animal production.

This course concentrates on the principles of leadership and communication including teamwork, management and communication theories, body language, public speaking. Each student is expected to present in front of his/her colleagues as part of the evaluation.

Applications of physical sciences in medical technology are the main field of this course. Topics include bio-mechanics, sound and hearing, pressure and motion of fluids, heat and temperature, electricity and magnetism in the body, optics and the eye, biological effects of light, use of ionizing radiation in diagnosis and therapy, radiation safety and medical instrumentation.

Concept and significance of research utilization and evidence-based health practice to improve quality care; research process; reading research articles and interpreting research results; application of research evidence in veterinary medicine practice in Palestine. Students in a group in consultation with designated faculties and extensive literature survey will develop research proposal during the semester.

The course introduces students to basic concepts of the bacterial and fungal classes important in animal health and disease and explore how virulence mechanisms lead to the spectrum of animal bacterial and fungal diseases and zoonotic diseases. The interaction of bacteria and fungi with the animal host, the environment and shared human hosts will be explored.

This course is designed to provide an understanding of the structure of the chemical components of living matter. The course will cover the four major classes of biological molecules: proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids. Emphasis will be on the chemical properties and three-dimensional structure of these molecules in relationship to their biological function

This hands-on laboratory course complements the theoretical knowledge acquired in veterinary hematology. Students will gain practical experience in blood collection techniques, preparation of blood smears, staining procedures, use of hematology analyzers, and interpretation of hematological data for veterinary diagnostics

This course covers the nutritional requirements of different animal species and the role of feed components such as carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, and minerals. It also includes feed formulation, digestion, and metabolism.

Continuation of Anatomy (1), focusing on digestive, urogenital, cardiovascular, and respiratory systems in major domestic species.

Introduces basic principles of veterinary surgery and anesthesia including aseptic techniques, surgical tools, and anesthetic protocols.

Covers reproductive physiology, estrus cycles, AI protocols and pregnancy management in livestock; includes diagnosis of reproductive disorders.

Teaches diagnostic techniques and clinical reasoning in identifying diseases in various animal species using pathology tools.

Focus on diagnosing and treating internal diseases of livestock and pets with clinical rotations and case analysis.

Field and clinic-based course on diagnosis and treatment of diseases in large ruminants including field surgery.

This course introduces students to principles of health management in veterinary practice, including healthcare systems, health planning, management of veterinary facilities, leadership skills, team coordination, budgeting, and policies relevant to public and animal health institutions.

This course introduces veterinary virology, including the classification, structure, replication, and pathogenesis of viruses affecting domestic animals. It emphasizes diagnostic methods, immunity, and control measures for viral diseases.

This course explores the role of veterinary professionals in community outreach and education. It focuses on strategies for effective communication with farmers and the public, planning and delivering veterinary extension programs, disease prevention awareness, and promotion of animal health services. The course equips students with the skills to serve as a link between veterinary services and livestock owners.

The course deals with the events of the Palestinian issue through the most important ages from the Canaanites until the year 2021. It focuses on the Islamic conquest of Palestine in the year 15 AH 636 AD, the Crusader torch from 1099 to the liberation of Salah al-Din al-Ayyubi of Palestine in 1187, and it talks about the Ottomans in Palestine from 1516 to 1917. The course is concerned with the Palestinian issue during the British occupation in 1917, until the Nakba in 1948, and the establishment of the occupation state .It deals with the Palestinian resistance and revolutions during 100 years, and Arab-Israeli wars from 1948 to 2021.The course talks about Palestinian Liberation Organization, Palestinian resistance movements and parties, Palestinian Authority and the peace negotiations projects since the 1978 Camp David Accords until 2021.The course talks about attempts to Judaism Jerusalem and Al-Aqsa Mosque since the Palestinian setback in 1967 until 2021, and the issue of Palestinian refugees since 1948. It also anticipates the future of the Palestinian issue.

General safety, laboratory techniques, limiting reactant, formulas of hydrates, empirical formula, hydrogen spectrum and molecular shapes, nomenclature of inorganic compounds, double displacement reactions, titration of a basic solution and vinegar analysis, molecular weight of a volatile substance, analysis of bleaching agents, and molecular volume of a gas.

This course introduces the biological and chemical hazards in food from improper processing, packaging, handling and storage; cleaning of food plant equipment and facilities including characteristics of soil on equipment surfaces, cleaning compounds, sanitizers, GMPs, HACCP, and food composition.

Develops the knowledge and skills necessary to perform microbiology functions. Includes learning about pathological genus and species of bacteria, fungi, and viruses affecting animals. Focus on lab methods for microbial identification.

Introduces epidemiological methods for identifying and controlling disease transmission in animal populations; includes risk assessment and surveillance strategies.

Focuses on interpreting clinical chemistry and pathological findings in veterinary diagnostics. Emphasizes sample collection, testing methods, and physiological relevance.

Detailed study of anatomical structures in animals including musculoskeletal, nervous, and integumentary systems using dissections and models.

Laboratory course complementing Anatomy (1), emphasizing practical dissection, identification of anatomical structures, and use of anatomical terminology.

Focuses on zoonotic diseases in livestock and poultry with emphasis on transmission, prevention, and public health interface.

Lab component to support cattle medicine with hands-on clinical and diagnostic procedures relevant to bovine practice.

Covers key diseases in small animals (cats, dogs, rabbits), including etiology, symptoms, treatment and preventive care.

Focuses on health, care, and common disorders of companion animals such as dogs and cats.

Intermolecular forces, chemical solutions and their physical properties, thermodynamics, chemical equilibrium in gaseous reactions, chemical equilibrium in aqueous solutions, electrochemistry, nuclear chemistry, chemical kinetics and surfaces, and properties of metallic, non-metallic, semi-metallic, and organic substances.

This course aims to introduce the medical / allied health sciences students to the science and terminology of veterinary medicine and anatomy. The students are introduced to the main anatomical terms and concepts necessary to understand gross animal anatomy which will be studied by these students later in their academic and medical career.

Lab course complementing Anatomy (2), involving advanced dissections and comparative anatomy in various domestic species.

Focuses on early development, including gametogenesis, fertilization, and organogenesis. Covers key embryological principles applicable to veterinary reproduction.

Focus on systemic diseases, including infectious diseases, diagnostics, and therapeutic strategies for internal medicine in animals.

Focus on diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases in sheep and goats. Emphasizes parasitic, infectious, and metabolic diseases.

Covers reproductive health and clinical management of disorders in female animals, including dystocia and uterine diseases.

This course focuses on the role of nutrition in animal health and disease. It covers the nutritional requirements of different species, formulation of therapeutic diets, nutrition-related diseases, and dietary interventions for medical conditions.

The course aims to develop the students’ cognitive abilities and communication skills in Arabic language by introducing Arabic dictionaries, spelling and grammatical errors, and familiarizing them with ancient and modern Arabic literary models including models from the Holy Qur’an.

Students perform voluntary work such as donating blood, repairing homes, tourist trails, or holding educational workshops at the university, and the student is committed to training or working for 40 hours.

This is the first of two general chemistry courses. It introduces the basic principles of chemistry and shows students how chemists describe matter. It revolves around bonding, the most central concept in chemistry. Material covered includes introduction to chemical calculations, stoichiometry and simple reactions, gases, thermochemistry, atomic structure, the periodic table, types of bonding, liquids and solids.

This course is designed to give major general concepts in the three domains of life, the biology of the cell and to provide medical students with basic biological principles and understanding of various biological processes that govern life of the cell, its structure function and reproduction.

Explores veterinary professional ethics, ethical theories, and frameworks for moral decision-making in clinical and animal welfare scenarios.

Introduces physiological concepts across body systems with emphasis on homeostasis and comparative physiology among species.

Continuation of Physiology (1) with system-level focus on cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, digestive, and endocrine physiology.

Covers toxic compounds, exposure routes, mechanisms of action, diagnosis and treatment of poisoning in domestic and farm animals.

Presents general principles and techniques in animal surgery with emphasis on small and large animal operations.

This course will cover the sampling and analysis of various types of data from a statistical perspective. It is intended to give students in science and veterinary medicine, who have no basic preparation in statistics, a deeper and richer understanding of how statistical methods are related to the science and how facility with statistics can help to answer many research questions.

Study of pathological changes in animal tissues and organs, linking structural alterations to clinical disease presentations.

A hands-on course that complements theoretical hematology. Students learn practical skills in blood sampling, smear preparation, staining, and interpreting hematological parameters in veterinary cases.

Laboratory component includes practice of surgical techniques, suturing, anesthesia administration, and post-operative care.

Laboratory work in poultry medicine involving necropsy, sample collection, diagnostics and interpretation for poultry health.

Basic pharmacology course covering drug classes, mechanisms, indications, side effects and dosage calculation in veterinary use.

A problem-based course where students will develop their problem- solving, diagnostic reasoning, and clinical decision-making skills by exploring a series of clinical presentations in animal farms. Students will be supervised by university staff. The second part (Training 2), will be carried out in small animal farms (mostly poultry). It will also involve student presentations prepared to cover clinical problems, health protection problems, public health/public practice and research problems. Skills will include problem identification, information gathering and assessment, clinical reasoning and problem solving. Students are expected to integrate foundational knowledge from biomedical sciences with clinical sciences, population health science and technical skills to explore and resolve problems. Students are introduced to clinical decision-making.

Supervised jointly by the university veterinary medicine staff and animal sector, students will carry a problem-based research project in topics with mutual interest to faculty staff and pertaining to animal disease diagnostic reasoning, and clinical decision-making skills. Research topics will cover clinical problems, health protection problems, public health/public practice and research problems. These projects will include problem identification, information gathering and assessment, clinical reasoning and problem solving. Students are expected to integrate foundational knowledge from biomedical sciences with clinical sciences, population health science and technical skills to explore and resolve problems, including interventions and prognostication. Students research will also include synthesize comprehensive treatment or health management plans that consider therapeutic approaches, outcomes, feasibility, economics, client expectations, compliance, public health, regulations and the environment.

This course provides students with knowledge and practical skills in imaging technologies including radiography, ultrasonography, MRI, and CT scanning as used in veterinary diagnostics. Focus is placed on image interpretation and clinical application.