This document provides information about study abroad opportunities at the Technion-Israel Institute of Technology for the spring semester and summer programs. The Technion is consistently ranked as one of the world's leading universities for science and technology. Students can choose from a variety of engineering and science courses taught in English. The document outlines pre-semester activities, campus life, housing, costs, and contact information for interested students.

1. STUDY ABROAD AT THE
TECHNION-ISRAEL
INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
Spring Semester-Summer Program-Internships
Technion
Israel Institute of Technology
International School of Engineering 2011/12 Academic Year

2. Pages 4-5 Welcome to the Technion
Table of Contents
Pages 6-8 Semester of Engineering and Science
Page 9 Summer Programs & Internships
Pages 10-11 Beyond a Semester Abroad
Pages 12-15 Technion Living
Pages 16-19 Engineering with Soul
Pages 20-21 Study in Haifa, Israel
Page 22 Academic Calendar
Page 23 Course Structure and Grades
Pages 24-25 Costs & Admissions
Page 26 Contact Us

3. Nobel Prize Laureates (Chemistry-2004) Prof. Avram Hershko and Prof. Aaron Ciechanover
WELCOME TO
THE TECHNION!
In 1924, the Technion - Israel Institute of Technology, Israel's first university, opened its doors and began
the historic task of preparing young men and women to build a new nation. Today, the Technion is
Israel's primary science-technology university and the largest center of applied research. The Institute's
13,000 students can choose from 19 faculties, and from 49 undergraduate and 65 graduate programs
in engineering, science, architecture, medicine and management.
Ranked among the top technological universities in the world, the Technion has a distinguished
faculty of 550 that includes two Nobel Prize-winning scientists. These faculty members collaborate
with leading scientists on research projects worldwide. The campus houses 40 research institutes and
centers and nine interdisciplinary centers of excellence. Visiting academics and some 400 overseas
graduate students provide an international atmosphere.
The Technion’s semester, summer and year-long programs in English are open to undergraduate and
graduate students from all over the world.
Academics Location
The Technion is consistently ranked as one of the world’s Technion is strategically located in Haifa, Israel, at the
leading universities of science and technology. With its juncture of history and high technology. You will get to
rigorous academics, excellent teaching and research know Israel as both the source of western civilization
facilities and top notch faculty, the institute provides and scientific breakthroughs by travelling through the
education at the highest possible level. country, and by daily interaction with Israeli students and
teachers.
Campus
The bustling Technion campus presents a full range of The Full Package
“after-hours” activities. Students blow off steam at fully- Foreign students live on-campus, in modern, comfortable
equipped sports facilities, are entertained by regularly- and fully-furnished apartments. Guides, advisors and tutors
scheduled movies, concerts and shows, and chill out at ease them into life at Technion, helping out with academic
Wednesday happenings, pubs and coffee houses. and personal matters. As student safety is supreme, the
university’s security network is at work 24-hours a day.
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4. SPRING SEMESTER PROGRAM COURSE LIST FOR SPRING 2012
Programs in English are available to students with the following engineering and science majors/minors: During the spring 2012 semester we will offer the following 084913 Fundamentals of Space Engineering (AE)
courses in English: 136031 Genome Evolution (BY)
KEY 014409 Geo-mechanics (CEE)
AE Aerospace Engineering 014008 Graphical Engineering Information (CEE)
Environmental Chemical BY Biology 034014 Heat Transfer (ME)
Engineering Engineering CEE Civil and Environmental Engineering 046200 Image Processing and Analysis (EE)
CHE Chemical Engineering 084311 Incompressible Aerodynamics (AE)
EE Electrical Engineering 044334 Introduction to Computer Networks (EE)
FBE Food and Biotechnology Engineering 034040 Introduction to Control (ME)
ME Mechanical Engineering 056142 Introduction to Chemical and Biochemical
Reactor Design (CHE)
Civil Biotechnology List of Courses in Alphabetic Order:
Engineering Engineering 056388 Introduction to Molecular Simulation (CHE)
066517 Advanced Genetic Technologies in
014703 Introduction to Transportation Planning (CEE)
Biotechnology and Food Engineering (FBE)
205252 Introduction to Urban Design (CEE)
084640 Aerospace Engineering Design and
044162 Laboratory in Electrical Engineering 2 (EE)
Manufacturing (AE)
056142 Membrane Separation and Purification Process
014123 Concrete Structures 1 (CEE)
(CHE)
Aerospace Mechanical 016204 Contamination Transport in Soils and Aquifer
104218 Partial Differential Equations/H (CEE)
Engineering Engineering Remediation (CEE)
124503 Physical Chemistry 1B (CEE)
084735 Control Theory (AE)
014208 Design Principles of Water Supply Systems (CEE) 066313 Physical Chemistry in Food & Biotechnology (FBE)
136105 Developmental Biology (BY) 046225 Physical Principles of Semiconductors Devices (EE)
084730 Dynamic Systems (AE) 054409 Principles of Reactor Design (CHE)
014405 Engineering Geology (CEE) 084505 Solid Mechanics (AE)
Materials Electrical 014309 Environmental Engineering C (CEE) 014105 Strength of Materials II (CEE)
Engineering Engineering 014305 Environmental Engineering Lab (CEE) 036031 Theoretical Tribology (ME)
035022 Finite Elements for Analysis and Design (ME) 034035/084213 Thermodynamics (ME/AE)
034013 Fluid Mechanics (ME) 014707 Traffic Engineering (CEE)
064322 Food Chemistry (FBE) 014317 Water Chemistry (CEE)
014315 Fundamentals of Environmental Engineering (CEE) 016203 Water Resources Systems Engineering I (CEE)
014841 Fundamentals of Mapping and Surveying 1 (CEE) 016210 Water Waves (CEE)
Pre-Med Biology
Humanities Courses - some courses are offered by the Technion and under a special agreement, Technion
students from abroad may take one humanities course at University of Haifa during the semester.
• Detailed course syllabi can be found at www.ise.technion/StudyAbroad
• Course lists are not final and courses may be added on demand or cancelled if an insufficient number of students register. The most updated list will
• During 2011/12 fall semester we will offer a variety of courses in fields of Civil and Environmental Engineering always be available on our website
• Before registering for a course, students must complete all prerequisites
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5. PRE-SEMESTER ACTIVITIES
The Technion’s study abroad programs engage you even trips, lectures and programs – which are both fun and
before your formal classroom time begins. You can choose informative – will give you a view of Israel from many
to arrive before the semester starts and take part in pre- different angles.
semester activities that will allow you to explore Israel and
the Technion. These activities will prepare you – socially Orientation Week
and academically – for the program ahead. Our orientation week is an important part of your study
Hebrew Language Ulpan abroad experience. Unrelated to academics, this week
The Hebrew language ulpan lays the foundation for acquaints you with the Technion, your peers and Israel.
life in Israel, at the Technion. An extremely effective Above all, you will learn how to manage in your new
technique, ulpan is designed for those who want to environment. Orientation presents you with such “survival
immerse themselves in an intensive language acquisition tips” as acquiring a student card, an email account and
experience. Instruction is offered for all levels from Internet access code. It guides you on opening an Israeli
beginning to advanced. The ulpan will take place at the
bank account, getting a cell phone, and on navigating
University of Haifa located close to the Technion. You may
the sprawling Technion campus, your dormitory and your
also join a Hebrew ulpan during the summer break.
health insurance program.
Trips
The week includes a welcome dinner, weekend activities,
Set in the vibrant and colorful environment that is Israel, SUMMER PROGRAMS & INTERNSHIPS
the International School is committed to acquainting you and an overnight trip. Please note that during orientation,
with this unique country, which is as rich in history as it no trips are scheduled on Shabbat and all food provided Summer Course – Engineering for Internships
is in scientific advances. As part of your program, field is kosher. Developing Communities (EDC) Some students want to roll up their sleeves and get to
work even before they begin to study. For these students,
This course focuses on appropriate and sustainable
the Technion International School can arrange summer
technology and small-scale community planning and
research internships in their field of interest. These
development. Cutting across different disciplines, the
internships depend on the availability of staff members
course introduces students to open-ended issues at the
in the requested fields of research.
community level, and helps them develop skills to solve
those problems. Working in interdisciplinary teams,
students learn the importance of a professional work
ethic and of community service. They gain cultural and
social awareness, as well as an understanding of the
value of engineering in community development. In
addition, students in this program take basic Hebrew
and geography/history classes. The course is held
jointly by the Technion and the University of Colorado
at Boulder.
EDC 2011: July 17 - Aug 11, 2011
EDC 2012 (expected): July15 - Aug 9, 2012
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6. “The Technion International School is wonderful, we have the possibility
to meet people from all over the world, to face new cultures and to
learn more and more...”
Alexandre Buoaziz, France
BEYOND A SEMESTER
Pursue your graduate studies at the Technion
The Irwin and Joan Jacobs Graduate School offers
graduate studies in all of Technion’s academic units. Most
courses of study and research offer thesis and non-thesis
tracks leading to MSc, ME, MBA or PhD degrees. While
studies at the graduate school are conducted in Hebrew,
many of our teachers are happy to provide extra help to
foreign students. In addition, almost all teaching materials
are in English and students may write their papers
in English.
Several programs at the Technion are designed specifically
towards international students and are given in English.
These include:
MSc in Environmental Engineering offered through the
Faculty of Civil and Environmental Engineering
Technion Master of Business Administration (MBA)
offered through the Faculty of Industrial Engineering and
Management
International Nanotechnology Program for outstanding
students who have a BSc or MSc in the natural sciences,
exact sciences or engineering. Encouraging multidisciplinary
research, the program gives students a broad background
in nanoscience and nanotechnology through a personalized
program of graduate courses.
Technion American Medical Students Program (TEAMS)
offers an excellent opportunity for qualified U.S. or
Canadian pre-med college graduates to pursue a career
as a physician, by studying for their MD degree at the Ruth
and Bruce Rappaport Faculty of Medicine of the Technion.
Candidates must fulfill the pre-med course requirements
and take the M-CAT.
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7. “…the small classes have helped me develop a close
relationship with the other members of the program and the
personal attention from the teachers and tutors has helped my
academic skills..."
Ari Teger, USA/Israel
TECHNION LIVING
Much of life at the Technion goes on outside the classroom. colleagues, classes and cultural activities are all at your
As extra-curricular activities play a central role in the study fingertips.
abroad experience, you will have access to a full and
stimulating array of non-academic activities. Social events, All students at the International School receive a private
like game nights, pub nights, Wii competitions, and holiday room in five-person apartments, which they share with
parties, allow you to get to know other students from their Israeli peers. Apartments with kosher kitchens are
Israel and around the world. You may opt to attend movies available upon request.
and concerts, or participate in one of the dozens of sports Safe and Sound
activities offered on campus. Jewish holidays will take on
For us, the safety and well-being of our students is of
new meaning for you, as you celebrate them in the place
supreme importance. The university’s security network
they originated. And as you live in modern, on-campus
works 24-hours a day. Around the clock, security personnel
apartments with your local peers, you will become fully
guard all entrances to the university, while others patrol
integrated into Technion – and Israeli – life.
the campus. During orientation, students receive updated
security information and instructions.
On Campus Living
Students at the Technion International School of Engineering All trips organized by the International School are
reside on-campus. Living on our scenic 300-acre campus accompanied by the appropriate security authorities.
is a great way to join the spirit of the Technion, where
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8. Sports Culture
The Technion offers international students a broad spectrum Concerts by Technion musical groups and professional
of athletic activities. Facilities include an Olympic-sized performances of classical and contemporary music are
indoor pool, three outdoor pools and a full-service gym, held throughout the academic year. The Technion has a
as well as tennis, basketball and squash courts. Students symphony orchestra and choir composed of students and
participate in close to 50 sports activities and Technion staff. To promote participation in these groups, academic
teams take part in collegiate competitions both in Israel credit and orchestra scholarships are available.
and abroad.
Dancers can join the Technion’s Folk Dance Troupe, an
acclaimed group that performs on campus and at national
and international events. Those interested in acting can
take part in the Technion's theater group, which appears
on campus, and at festivals around the world. Cinema is
a prominent part of the Technion scene, as recent and
vintage films are screened regularly on campus.
Worship Well-Being
Students of all faiths can find places of worship in Haifa, All students from abroad must have complete medical
where different religious groups live in tolerance, side- insurance coverage during their studies. Students have
by-side. access to an on-campus health clinic staffed by a general
physician. Counselors in the dorms and staff members
The Ohel Aharon complex, comprised of a synagogue, are also available at all times to help students with any
theological library and study hall, serves as a house of health care issues.
prayer and religious study center for Technion’s Jewish
students and faculty. Various activities, courses and lectures Green Campus
are offered in English for international students. The Technion isn’t just about abstraction, it’s about action.
Through the Green Campus Project, students find practical
In addition, study abroad students can take part in Shabbat
ways to protect the environment and its natural resources.
services, holiday events, a women’s midrasha and a home
As part of this effort, Technion students have helped build
hospitality program.
devices for saving and recycling water, taken part in waste
recycling projects and designed eco-smart buildings.
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9. ...” the mix of Israel,
English and engineering
is a perfect combination.”
Ilan Melchior, Denmark
ENGINEERING WITH SOUL
The Technion encourages its engineering students to look
beyond the realm of the classroom and the lab, and to
address the needs of developing communities.
Today, almost all current engineering design is aimed at
the 10% of people worldwide who can pay for it. The
remaining 90% do not enjoy the benefits of modern
engineering. This unsettling statistic triggered the
emergence of the Engineers without Borders (EWB)
movement, in which Technion is active.
Guided by the saying, “what works when traditional
approaches fail”, EWB seeks to instill engineering students
and professionals with a social conscience, hands-on
engineering skills, experience and leadership qualities.
The organization, which has 300 chapters worldwide,
including one at Technion, works by executing engineering
projects in the developing world. Prof. Mark Talesnick of
the Faculty of Civil and Environmental Engineering and the
Head of the Technion EWB chapter calls it “engineering
with soul”.
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10. All EWB projects are geared to the needs of the target (GoberGas) device, the villagers now have an ongoing fuel
communities, and can be implemented along with supply that does not cause deforestation, water pollution
local residents. While few engineers in the developing
world may need to design six lane highways or 50-story
or health threats. "Technion is one of the leading institutes of technology
buildings, their ability to plan slow sand filters, biogas The Technion’s EWB branch has also been active in the in the world and has a great faculty, beautiful on-
reactors or small wind turbines would be a huge boon Negev. There, study abroad students from the University
to their communities. Designed with “exit strategies”, all of Colorado joined forces with Technion peers to use the campus dormitories, and 24-hour computer rooms
projects guarantee residents’ independence. region’s natural blessings: sun and wind. With the help of
solar panels and a wind turbine, these boundless desert
and libraries."
In one project that ran from 2008 to 2010, a group of
Snumon Mori, Tokyo, Japan
resources are transformed into sustainable energy.
Technion students brought their skills to Nepal. Working
in a small rural village, the students helped the local As a study abroad student at Technion, you are welcome
population to derive cooking and heating fuel without to take part in these exciting and challenging activities.
depleting natural resources. By using a simple biogas
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11. STUDY IN HAIFA, ISRAEL
WHERE PAST MEETS FUTURE
Israel, as rich in history as it is in high tech achievements, is
one of the most compelling spots on earth. Here, the world’s
major monotheistic religions – Judaism, Christianity and Islam
– emerged, and the foundation for western civilization laid. Science and technology are obviously not the sole domain of Haifa. The State of Israel itself, despite its small size and
limited resources, plays a leading role in this arena. With the highest per capita number of scientists and engineers in
the world, Israel ranks among the top five countries globally for patents per person. In addition, Israel far outnumbers
its European counterparts in the number of companies traded on NASDAQ, and is home to the greatest concentration
of high-tech start-up companies anywhere outside the Silicon Valley.
In Israel, nine of every 1,000 workers are engaged in research and development, nearly double the rate of the USA
and Japan.
The country has proportionately the highest number of publications in science and engineering worldwide. It has a
larger share of publications co-authored with foreign scientists than any other nation.
For millennia, the Land of Israel was crossed by ancient also gained a name for its diversity and tolerance. Haifa’s
commerce routes and conquering armies. This land, the outstanding record of coexistence among its population
meeting place of three continents, has been home to a of Jews, Christians, Muslims and other minorities clearly
rainbow of peoples, who have left their mark through reflects its cultural and religious harmony.
different cultures, customs and traditions. Traveling in
An hour’s drive from Tel Aviv, the city is less than two hours
Israel, it is impossible to miss the remnants of fortresses,
away from Jerusalem. Overlooking the entire northern
shrines, arches and columns that dot every hillside, line
coast of Israel, Haifa is bordered on one side by forest and
every lane.
on the other side, sea. In between, sits a bustling center
Within the colorful mosaic that is Israel, the Technion is of high tech, housing giants of both Israeli and foreign
located in Haifa, capital of northern Israel. Home to over industry. This technological hub has spawned some of the
a quarter of a million residents, the city is considered world’s most important scientific breakthroughs.
the gateway to the Galilee. Throughout the years, it has
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12. COURSE STRUCTURE AND GRADES
Course Structure Grades
The following table outlines the grading system for the
Full-time undergraduate students are typically required
study abroad program:
to complete approximately 16 credits per semester to be
considered full-time students.
Grade (letter) Grade (%)
“I love the Technion because I have made lots of new friends • One academic lecture hour (50 minutes) represents A+ 97-100
here from different countries. I love the environment of one credit point.
• One tutorial or one laboratory hour represents one
A 91-96
A- 86-90
Israel and the friendly, warm citizens.” half credit point.
B+ 82-85
• The courses in the study abroad program can usually
Ke Ji, China B 77-81
be characterized as third and fourth year undergraduate
courses. They may be considered elective courses at B- 73-76
some colleges. The courses usually comprise periodic C+ 65-72
homework assignments, a mid-term exam, and a C 61-64
ACADEMIC CALENDAR final exam. Some courses involve off-site activities D 55-60
and visits to Israeli industry.
F 54 and lower
The Israeli academic calendar is similar to that in Europe, and quite different than the North American school year.
Our fall semester starts in mid-October and spring semester in the beginning of March. This structure usually allows
students coming from North American universities to either stay for a full year or to choose only the spring semester.
Our Academic Calendar for 2011/12:
July 17 - August 11, 2011 EDC 2011
October 24 - February 21, 2012 Fall Semester + Exams
January 30 - February 17, 2012 Hebrew Ulpan (Pre-Spring Semester)
February 26 - June 21, 2012 Spring Semester (including Orientation Week)
June 24 - July 8, 2012 Exam Period
July 15 - August 9, 2012 EDC 2012
Dates may change slightly due to unpredicted circumstances
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13. COSTS
Costs for the various study abroad programs are as Additional Expenses
follows: Please note that tuition fees do not cover applicants’
airfare to and from Israel or the cost of textbooks. Students
Registration Fee $50 should also expect to spend $500-$600 each month on
Pre-Semester Period (Ulpan) $1,200 food, travel and other basic expenses (not including
Semester $6,000 housing, detailed above). Additional expenses include
Housing (per month) $300 Student Association costs and security charges.
Medical Insurance $300 Financial Aid and Scholarships
Other Student Fees $150 Financial aid, scholarship or tuition waiver may be
available through the Technion or through partnership
Deposit of $500 payable 14 days after reception of agreements based on academic merit and/or financial
status. Additional scholarships may be available through
acceptance letter
MASA and other organizations.
"It is a privilege to be learning from some of the
country’s leading experts in the field...."
Hannah Bardin, USA
ADMISSIONS
Applicants to the ISE are required to submit the Students from abroad who wish to study at the
following: Technion should have an average of at least B/75.
Admissions decision will be based on weighing the
• Application form (available online) application of each candidate with emphasis placed on
• One letter of recommendation academic performance.
• Motivation letter explaining why you want to
study at the Technion
• CV Application Deadline
• Transcripts (original or approved copies)
April 1, 2012
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14. ABOUT US
The staff of the Technion International School of Engineering (ISE)
includes Technion distinguished faculty and the following personnel:
Prof. Arnon Bentur Head of Technion ISE
Prof. Amnon Katz Academic Head ISE
Mr. Ariel Geva Managing Director ISE
Mrs. Neta Parnas Vizel Administrative Coordinator
Mrs. Carrie Golan Student & Recruitment Coordinator
Mrs. Talya Teger Marketing Coordinator
Mr. Reuven Kawesch Student Guide
Mrs. Ayelet Yaron Student Advisor
CONTACT US:
Universities & Study Abroad Offices
Mr. Ariel Geva “The Technion is known around the world as an excellent engineering
Email: arielg@technion.ac.il
school. Since I wanted to be in Israel and study engineering, I was
Phone: 972-4-8293325
naturally drawn to this opportunity”
David Goldberg, South Africa/Israel
Students
Mrs. Carrie Golan
Email: ischool@technion.ac.il
Phone: 972-4-8293325
Postal Address
Technion International School of Engineering
Faculty of Civil and Environmental Engineering
Technion
Technion City, Haifa 32000, ISRAEL Israel Institute of Technology
Fax: 972-77-8871852 International School of Engineering www.ise.technion.ac.il
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Contact Information
Technion International School of Engineering
Faculty of Civil and Environmental Engineering
Technion City
Haifa 32000
ISRAEL
Telephone: +972-4-8293325 Fax: +972-77-887-1852
e-mail: ischool@technion.ac.il website: www.ise.technion.ac.il
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