Program learning Outcomes Mapping Matrix:

* performance (I = Introduced P = Practiced M = Mastered).

Total Credits: 45 Academic Terms: 04 Courses: 39 Research Project: 6

Courses Description

​QEM 511 Total Quality Management

This course builds on an understanding of business statistics to develop a personal understanding of quality management theory and practices. Topics include quality definition, quality management history, Principals of Quality management, Deming fourteen quality points, Deming cycle, quality deployment strategies (lean, six sigma), quality metrics and considerations based on application sector (manufacturing, service, not for profit, government). Quality assurance, ISO standards for quality, Quality management tools and techniques.

QEM 512 Project Management

Project Management is the application of management principles to deliver a project in accordance with predetermined objectives for time, cost & quality. This course will consider these principles in the management of all types of engineering project, with respect to the project's life-cycle, the parties involved, planning, estimating, team and people management, contract strategy, contractor selection and contract management. The course offers a practical approach to managing projects, focusing on organizing, planning, and controlling the efforts of the project. At the end of the course, attendees will understand why project management requires a high degree of professionalism, and how to achieve that end in future projects.

QEM 513 Process Improvement Approaches

This course builds on a foundation of statistics, supply chain management and project management to develop process improvement knowledge and skills for the workplace. Green Belts are designed to be working members of process improvement teams and initiatives. Topics include: Six Sigma concepts, theories and applications, measurement systems, analysis, process capability, analysis of variance, failure mode and effects analysis, design of experiments and statistical process control (SPC). Applications of quality tools in manufacturing, services and government using Minitab Software.

QEM 515 Advanced Engineering Statistics

This is an introductory course in probability & statistics that is designed for engineering purposes.  Topics to be covered will include data analysis, probability, random variables, discrete and continuous probability distributions, estimation, hypothesis testing, sampling, and introductory linear regression and statistical process control. Applications on Minitab software will be conducted in laboratory sessions covering topics in different areas of engineering, services and government organizations. 

QEM 517 Metrology with the perspective of ISO 9001

The course provides a basic understanding of the principles of measurement and calibration of measuring instruments. Fundamental concepts of measurement. Length and Angular measurement, Mass measurement, Pressure, Force, Temperature measurements, Electrical quantities, fluid flow metrology. Basic concepts and definitions, ISO 9001 requirements and uncertainty determinations are also studied.

QEM 621 Six Sigma Methodology

This course provides an introduction to the six sigma body of knowledge as defined by the American Society of Quality (ASQ). The course will examine the foundations of six sigma and the statistical tools used in the initial stages of the Define, Analyze, Measure Improve and Control DMAIC problem solving methodology. Also, the course teaches lean manufacturing tools for continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment. Minitab program will be used during the laboratory sessions.

QEM 623 Organizational Excellence

Review of fundamental concepts of Total Quality management, Pillars of organizational excellence, Excellence models, Deming Quality prize, Malcom Baldrige Award, King Abdul-Aziz Quality Award, ISO standards and Charity organizational excellence model.

QEM 624 Systems Engineering

This course is an introductory overview of the systems engineering perspective and is presented to set the conceptual and practical framework of the entire systems engineering graduate program. The first portion of the course covers the foundational components of systems engineering. The second portion of the course is spent on the concept development stage every complex system should go through. The process steps of the engineering development stage comprise the third portion of the course. Finally, the fourth portion presents several issues related to post-development and special topics areas.

QEM 626 Supply Chain Management

The course provides basic concepts in managing the complete flow of materials in a supply chain from suppliers to customers are covered in the Basics module. This module covers manufacturing, distribution, service, and retail industries. This includes the fundamental relationships in the design, planning, execution, monitoring, managing demand, including markets and customer expectations, Designing products, processes, and information systems.

QEM 602 Research Seminar - Research Methods

The course provides the student with an overview of research in quality engineering and management. It makes him familiar with the research methodology to be adopted during his research project. Student should conduct a seminar in the field of his field of specialization (manufacturing, services, construction, healthcare etc..). Grade is on Pass or Fail basis.

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​خصائص الخريجين 

Graduates of the Master in Quality Engineering and Management are expected to have the following attributes:

1)   The ability to plan and design effective quality management / quality improvement systems in various types of industries and services.

2)   Strive for continuous improvement of products and services that meet customers' needs and expectations.

3)   The ability and skills to collect, analyze and evaluate information and ideas and to solve problems by thinking clearly, critically and creatively using established methods of enquiry.

4)   The ability to communicate effectively and appropriately in various contexts.

5)   The ability to learn independently and continuously in order to keep pace with developments in their field of expertise.

6)   Work with a high degree of professionalism and commit to ethics and ethical standards in personal, social, business and professional contexts.

7)   Have the capacity to relate to, collaborate with, and, where appropriate lead others, and to exchange views and ideas in order to achieve desired outcomes through teamwork, negotiation, conflict resolution, and leadership.

Academic Support for executive Master in Quality Engineering and Management

The QEM program offers academic support to the students in the form of advising them on administrative matters, such as registration and fees payment, and academic ones, such as giving tutorials to explain subjects that they find difficult to understand, finding appropriate textbooks and references to help in conducting assignments and mini projects, and supervising the final year project.

All faculty m​embers are available for consultation in their offices during normal weekdays. However, because the QEM program is an executive one that runs during the weekend, students find it difficult, if not impossible, to attend counselling during weekdays. Consequently, they are encouraged to seek advice and counselling during lecture time or by emails.