Teaching

Teaching and Courses

As a Lecturer in the Information Systems and Technology Department at the University of Jeddah, I am committed to providing students with a strong foundation in Machine Learning, Data Science, and Information Technology. My courses emphasize practical applications, critical thinking, and hands-on experience to prepare students for real-world challenges.

📚 Current Courses (2024-2025)

🔹 Machine Learning & Data Science

• Course Code: CCDS 421, APDS 290

• Description: Introduction to supervised and unsupervised learning, including regression, classification, clustering, and neural networks. Covers data preprocessing, feature engineering, and model evaluation techniques.

• Topics Covered:

  • Introduction to Machine Learning (ML)

  • Supervised vs. Unsupervised Learning

  • Decision Trees, SVM, and Neural Networks

  • Feature Selection and Data Preprocessing

  • Python for Machine Learning (NumPy, Pandas, Scikit-Learn)

• Resources:

  • Textbook: "Pattern Recognition and Machine Learning" – Christopher M. Bishop

  • Assignments & Labs: Python-based ML projects

  • Software: Python (Jupyter Notebook, Scikit-Learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch)

🔹 Operating Systems

• Course Code: CCCS 321

• Description: Covers process scheduling, memory management, file systems, and system security.

• Topics Covered:

  • Process Management & Scheduling

  • Memory Allocation Strategies

  • File Systems and Storage Management

  • Deadlocks and Concurrency

  • Virtualization and Cloud-Based OS

• Resources:

  • Textbook: "Operating System Concepts" – Abraham Silberschatz

  • Labs: Linux-based system simulations

🔹 Databases

• Course Code: CCDS 124, CCCS 215

• Description: Introduction to relational databases, SQL, and NoSQL databases. Covers database design, normalization, and query optimization.

• Topics Covered:

  • Relational Databases & ER Models

  • SQL Queries & Optimization

  • NoSQL Databases (MongoDB, Firebase)

  • Indexing and Performance Optimization

• Resources:

  • Textbook: "Database System Concepts" – Silberschatz, Korth, Sudarshan

  • Software: MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB

📖 Past Courses

• Introduction to Programming (Python & C++)

• Deep Learning

• Computer Networks

📆 Office Hours & Student Support

• Office Location: University of Jeddah, College of Computer Science and Engineering

• Office Hours: Sunday – Tuesday – Wednesday | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

• Student Meetings: Available by appointment via email (abanjar@uj.edu.sa)

• Online Support: Microsoft Teams for student Q&A sessions