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Academic advising is an essential element of the educational process. At American University of Sharjah you are required to participate in advisor-student conferences at least once per semester/term.
As an AUS student, you have been assigned an academic advisor who will help you in selecting your courses of study and in planning your schedules. Your advisor also approves your schedules each semester/term. However, you are responsible for selecting your courses, meeting course prerequisites and adhering to the most recent university policies and procedures. The advisor assists you in obtaining a well-balanced education and in interpreting university policies and procedures.
Throughout your academic journey, you may also consult faculty members, department heads, program coordinators and associate deans or deans. Students on academic probation are provided additional advising and guidance by the Academic Support Center.
You can find your academic advisor's contact details below:
Department of Chemical & Biological Engineering
Dr. Karnail Singh
Office ESB 2134
Tel +971 6 515 2455
[email protected]
Department of Civil Engineering
Prof. Aqeel Taher
Office ESB 2151
Tel +971 6 515 2905
[email protected]
Department of Computer Science & Engineering
Manal Dawood
Office ESB 2062
Tel +971 6 515 2908
[email protected]
Department of Computer Science and Engineering
Amr Hosny Hosny
Office ESB 2064
Tel +971 6 515 4806
[email protected]
Department of Industrial Engineering
Sarah Tabouch
Office ESB 2164
Tel +971 6 515 2904
[email protected]
Department of Electrical Engineering / Department of Mechanical Engineering
Dr. Ming Teng
Office ESB 2119
Tel +971 6 515 2932
[email protected]
The Engineering Learning Center (ELC) is a hub where the CEN community helps each other both academically and professionally. ELC offers help for engineering students in multiple engineering courses. The center would be run by student tutors that show academic capability in their assigned courses. The idea behind the Engineering Learning Center is to have the students help their peers and improve their academic abilities in their engineering courses, supervised by engineering faculty.
ELC Academic Advisor:
Dr. Vian Ahmed, Professor
Depaertmemt of Industrial Engineering
Tel +971 6 515 2468
[email protected]
General Courses
PHY 101: General Physics I
PHY 102: General Physics II
CHM 101: General Chemistry I
MTH 103: Calculus I
MTH 104: Calculus II
Mechanical Engineering
MCE 220: Statics
MCE 222: Dynamics
MCE 223: Mechanics of Materials
MCE 224: Statics & Dynamics
MCE 240: Fluid Mechanics
MCE 241: Thermodynamics I
MCE 321: Mechanical Design 1
MCE 311: Engineering Measurements
MCE 321: Mechanical Design I
MCE 322: Mechanical Design II
MCE 344: Heat Transfer
Electrical Engineering
ELE 211: Electric Circuits I
ELE 212: Electric Circuits II
ELE 225: Electric Circuits & Devices
ELE 241: Electronics 1
ELE 311: Electromagnetics
ELE 321: Signals and Systems
ELE 341: Electronics II
ELE 351: Electrical Energy Conversion
ELE 353: Control Systems I
Industrial Engineering
INE 222: Operations Research I
INE 322: Operations Research II
INE 323: Stochastic Processes-Simulation
INE 331: Analysis of Production System
STA 201: Introduction to Statistics for Engineering and Natural Sciences
Chemical Engineering
CHE 205: Principles of Chemical Engineering I
CHE 206: Principles of Chemical Engineering II
CHE 214: Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics I
CHE 240: Computer Methods in CHE
CHE 300: Fluid Mechanics
CHE 321: Chemical Reaction Engineering
CHE 329: Mass Transfer
CHE 412: Separation Processes
Civil Engineering
CVE 220: Statics
CVE 224: Construction Materials
CVE 231: Geology
CVE 240: Fluid Mechanics
CVE 241: Elementary Surveying
CVE 267: Civil Engineering Economic Analysis
CVE 301: Theory of Structures
CVE 313: Reinforced Concrete Design
CVE 325: Numerical Methods
CVE 341: Water Resources Engineering
Computer Science & Engineering
CMP 120: Programming I
CMP 220: Programming II
CMP 305: Data Structures and Algorithms
CMP 310: Operating Systems
COE 221: Digital Systems
COE 251: Introduction to Computer Systems
Students will be able to book their tutoring sessions through an online booking system portal.
To book a session, click here.
If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact us on our email [email protected].
The Office of the Dean allocates funds every semester for CEN undergraduate students from all programs to support their participation in, and dissemination of independent research, scholarly, and creative activities under the mentorship of college faculty. The awards are offered on a competitive basis every fall and spring semester.
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Sathya Aamuktha Samrajyam • CHBE Representative
Hala Maadi • CSE Representative
Malak Allan • CVE Representative
Muhammad Vidha • INE Representative
Ghaya Alharmoodi • ELE Representative
Omar Shaghnoubi • MCE Representative
President | Ahmad Al Refaei
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President | Nafiz Imteaz
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President | Haya Taifur
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Anas Saber - President
Sadiq Al Bayati
Abdulaziz Sharif
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CEN students have many opportunities to be rewarded for their outstanding academic and research achievements. Whether it is local recognition from the Chancellor, Dean, faculty, peers, or achievements on the regional or international stage, we are always eager to celebrate our students' successes.
We invite you to browse the various awards categories listed below for information on how to apply for specific awards categories, and to view the list of previous award winners over recent years.
The College of Engineering (CEN) introduced the CEN Annual Awards to recognize students’ excellence and contributions across many categories including academic, research, leadership, community service, and talents.
Applications for the 2024/25 academic year are now open.
Important Note:
Please ensure that your application form, supporting letters and all supporting documents explicitly highlights all the applicable ‘Selection Criteria’ for the award you are applying for, preferably in separate paragraphs. For this, please share the selection criteria with the faculty and/or professionals prior to requesting the letters.
Click here to apply.
For inquiries and more information, email [email protected].
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This award recognizes the academic achievements of AUS CEN undergraduate students. CEN undergraduate students compete for one of the seven categories below:
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This award recognizes the academic achievements of AUS CEN graduate students. CEN graduate students compete for one of the ten categories below:
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This award recognizes the outstanding contributions of AUS CEN undergraduate students to the research community and the advancement of knowledge within the CEN fields.
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This award recognizes the outstanding contributions of AUS CEN graduate students to the research community and the advancement of knowledge within the CEN fields.
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This award recognizes an AUS CEN student who has demonstrated exceptional leadership qualities at or outside the university. It recognizes the accomplishments of creative and entrepreneurial minds who were involved in the invention and/or commercialization of a useful product that benefits society.
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This award recognizes AUS CEN students who have demonstrated an extraordinary contribution to the improvement of their Departments, the College of Engineering, the American University of Sharjah and society in general.
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This award recognizes the best CEN Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTA) for their exceptional work in terms of teaching, usefulness and interaction with students, and helpfulness to faculty and lab instructors.
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This award recognizes an exceptional AUS CEN student who demonstrates a talent mainly in a non‐CEN related field. Talents include, but are not limited to, music, painting, sports, and many others. Students with CEN related talents can also apply provided they exhibit an exceptional talent related to the field.
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This award recognizes a CEN alumnus or alumna who was actively engaged with the CEN in promoting and advancing its reputation, has offered his/her services to the CEN Department(s), or demonstrated sustained excellence, accomplishment, and creativity in their professional field during the academic period between 2020-2025.
Rules Specific to this Award:
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Important Note:
Please ensure that your application form, supporting letters and all supporting documents explicitly highlights all the applicable ‘Selection Criteria’ for the award you are applying for, preferably in separate paragraphs. For this, please share the selection criteria with the faculty and/or professionals prior to requesting the letters.
Undergraduate Academic Excellence Award
Outstanding CEN Student Leadership Award
Outstanding CEN Student Community Service Award
Outstanding CEN Student Talent Award
Graduate Academic Excellence Award
Graduate Research Excellence Award (PhD)
Graduate Research Excellence Award (MSc)
Outstanding CEN Graduate Teaching Assistant Award
Most Engaged CEN Alumni Award
Undergraduate Academic Excellence Award
Undergraduate Research Excellence Award
Outstanding CEN Student Leadership Award
Outstanding CEN Student Community Service Award
Graduate Academic Excellence Award
Graduate Research Excellence Award (PhD)
Outstanding CEN Graduate Teaching Assistant Award
Most Engaged CEN Alumni Award
Undergraduate Academic Excellence Award
CEN Undergraduate Research Excellence Award
Outstanding CEN Student Leadership Award
Outstanding CEN Student Community Service Award
Outstanding CEN Student Talent Award
Graduate Academic Excellence Award
Graduate Research Excellence Award (PhD)
Graduate Research Excellence Award (MSc)
Outstanding CEN Graduate Teaching Assistant Award
Most Engaged CEN Alumni Award
Undergraduate Academic Excellence Award
Undergraduate Research Excellence Award
Outstanding CEN Student Leadership Award
Outstanding CEN Student Community Service Award
Outstanding CEN Student Talent Award
Graduate Academic Excellence Award
Graduate Research Excellence Award (PhD)
Graduate Research Excellence Award (MSc)
Outstanding CEN Graduate Teaching Assistant Award
Most Engaged CEN Alumni Award
Graduate Student Research, Scholarly, and Creative Work Excellence Award
Graduate Student Research, Scholarly, and Creative Work Excellence Award
Graduate Student Academic and Leadership Excellence Award
Graduate Student Research, Scholarly, and Creative Work Excellence Award
Graduate Student Academic and Leadership Excellence Award
Graduate Student Research, Scholarly, and Creative Work Excellence Award
Sakib Shahriar, Master of Science in Computer Engineering
Graduate Student Research, Scholarly, and Creative Work Excellence Award
Graduate Student Academic and Leadership Excellence Award
Graduate Student Research, Scholarly, and Creative Work Excellence Award
Graduate Student Academic and Leadership Excellence Award
The top 3 capstone projects are identified annually in each of the 6 engineering departments.
JANUARY
CSE | 1st Place at ITU GeoAI Challenge
Student(s): Maya Haj Hussain, Diaa Addeen Abuhani, Mohamed ElMohandes, Jowaria Khan
Advisor(s): Dr. Imran Zualkernan and Dr. Tariq Ali (CVE)
MARCH
CSE | Advocate for UNICEF Climate Change
Student(s): Abdul Muqeet Abdul Mannan (MCE)
APRIL
CSE | 1st Place, ‘Audience Choice Award’ and a Special Award : GESDA Open Quantum Institute (OQI) at Annual NYUAD International Hackathon 2023.
Student(s): Omar Al Khazali
Project Title: Smart Current
MAY
CEN | 1st Place in the Common Design Project category during the 17th IEEE Student Day held at AUS
Student(s): CEN | Ananya Sudheer (CSE), Hasnain Mahdi (ELE), Ramziyya Abdul Rahman (ELE), Saba Hussain (CSE)
AUGUST
CSE | Ambassador of the COP28 Student Energy Summit (SES)
Student(s): Muhammad Junaid
CSE | 1st Place at the UAE national qualification for the 4th Kibo Robot Programming Challenge (Kibo-RPC)
Student(s): Mohamed Alshafai, Muhammad Hamza, Vibha Bhavikatti, Koushal Parupudi, Zain Kamal, Ghanim Alarri, Radi Aman Riyas
Advisor(s): Dr. Omar Arif
MARCH
CSE | First Place in the COVID 19 Detection Using X_RAY Images Challenge during the Artificial intelligence (AI) Week at the University of Sharjah.
Student(s): Ali Reza Sajun, Donthi Sankalpa and Nadeen Tarek
CSE | Second Place (Tie) in the COVID 19 Detection Using X_RAY Images Challenge during the Artificial intelligence (AI) Week at the University of Sharjah.
Student(s): Radi Aman Riyas
CSE | Second Place (Tie) in the COVID 19 Detection Using X_RAY Images Challenge during the Artificial intelligence (AI) Week at the University of Sharjah.
Student(s): Akchunya Chanchal
CSE | Third Place in the COVID 19 Detection Using Symptoms Challenge during the Artificial intelligence (AI) Week at the University of Sharjah.
Student(s): Rohan Mitra
APRIL
CSE | 2nd Place at the Annual NYUAD International Hackathon 2022.
Student(s): Ashith Farhan
Project Title: QS Pirates, a virus detection model.
CSE | Best Presentation Award at the Annual NYUAD International Hackathon 2022.
Student(s): Ali Reza Sajun and Donthi Sankalpa
Project Title: NurseQ, web-based application for optimal scheduling for nurses.
CSE | Best Social Good Applied to the Region Award at the Annual NYUAD International Hackathon 2022.
Student(s): Ansah Juned Siddiqui
Project Title: qSa’id, Quantum-ML-Assisted diagnostic treatment access platform for autism.
MAY
CSE | Recipient of Sheikh Khalifa Scholarship from the College of Engineering (CEN)
Student(s): Eyad Abdelazim Hussein
JUNE
AUS | The Product of the Year award at the Injaz Company Program 2021–2022.
Student(s): Adam Aliasgar Burhanpurwala (CSE), Khaled Bashar Khawaja (CAAD) and Amaan Shad (MIS)
Project Title: Brains 2 Business Solutions (B2B)
AUGUST
CSE | 2nd Place in the Dell Technologies Envision the Future Annual Graduation Project Competition 2022.
Student(s): Ashith Farhan, Farooq Mirza, Joel D' Souza and Sabbir Alam
Advisor(s): Ra'afat Abu-Rukba
Project Title: Multi-Sensor System to Predict Early Signs of Spine Disease
CSE | 1st Place in the Advanced Engineering Category at the 15th UOWD Innovation Fair 2022 at the University of Wollongong in Dubai.
Student(s): Ashith Farhan, Farooq Mirza, Joel D' Souza and Sabbir Alam
Advisor(s): Ra'afat Abu-Rukba
Project Title: Multi-Sensor System to Predict Early Signs of Spine Disease
CEN | The Founder Institute Scholarship Award at the IEEE Region 8 Pitch Competition, Tunasia.
Student(s): Mahira Pathan (CSE), Muhammad Kumail (CSE) and Fareha Khan (MCE)
Project Title: Efert
SEPTEMBER
CSE | Runner-Up position for the Gitex Youth X Unipreneur Tech4Sustainability Hackathon.
Student(s): Jowaria Khan, Eyad Hussein and Mahira Pathan
OCTOBER
AUS | 2nd Place at the Collegiate Penetration Testing Competition (CPTC) - Middle East round, held at Rochester Institute of Technology, Dubai.
Student(s): Omar Safwat (CSE), Hassan Abouelela (CSE), Adham Elmosalamy(CSE), Syed Arfan (CSE), Ahmad Ayman(SBA)
CEN | 1st Place at AUS DuPont Prize competition held at AUS.
Student(s): Moin Sabri (CSE), Hisham Kazim(CSE), Shahariar Zulfiquer (CHBE)
Project Title: Removal of Ciprofloxacin from Wastewater Treatment Plants.
CSE | 1st Place in Sibaq Lahja.
Student(s): Mohammed Tamim
JULY
AUS | The Product of the Year award at the Injaz Company Program 2020–2021
Student(s): Muhammad Junaid (CSE), Syed Faizan (CSE), Syed Kumail (CSE), Arpit Jain (FIN) and Mohammed Al Najjar (INE)
Project Title: Hydroot
JUNE
AUS | Best Paper Award at the National UAE Graduate Student Research Conference, Abu Dhabi, UAE
Student(s): Ayah Al Harthi (CSE), Anuja Thomas (MA TESOL, English) and Noor Kaddoura (MA TESOL, English)
Advisor(s): Dr. Philip McCarthy (English), Dr. Khawlah Ahmed (English) and Dr. Nicholas Duran (Arizona State University)
Project Title: Putting an End to Paragraphs.
NOVEMBER
CSE | 1st Place at the Emirates Mars Mission’s Planet X Challenge hosted by Mohamed Bin Rashid Space Center and Fun Robotics
Student(s): Dana Mohamed, Youssef Awad and Wisam Orabi
CEN | 2nd Place at the Emirates Mars Mission’s Planet X Challenge hosted by Mohamed Bin Rashid Space Center and Fun Robotics
Student(s): Samarth Rai (CSE), Rohan Mitra (CSE), Dara Varam (CSE) and Mohammad Kharoub (ELE)
CSE | 2nd Place at the IEEE UAE Student Day (Senior Design) Competition Under the Computing and Robotic category
Student(s): Rawan Suwwan, Yara Rashed, Seba Alkafri and Mariam Reda
Advisor(s): Dr. Tamer Shanableh
Project Title: Classifying Plant Diseases Using Deep Learning
CSE | 3rd Place at the IEEE UAE Student Day (Senior Design) Competition Under the Computing and Robotic category
Student(s): Maya Hiba, Ayesha Abdulla Al Marri and Natasha Madhu
Advisor(s): Dr. Tamer Shanableh
Project Title: Insights
CSE | 3rd Place at the IEEE UAE Student Day (Senior Design) Competition Under the Communication and Electronics category
Student(s): Wisam Orabi, Dana Mohamed, Meera Rashid and Youssef Awad
Advisor(s): Dr. Hicham Hallal and Dr. Raafat Abu-Rukba
Project Title: A Data Leakage Detection and Prevention System.
OCTOBER
CSE | 2nd Place in UAE at the IEEEXtreme 24hours Global Programming Contest
Student(s): Hamad Al Hammadi, Eyad Mohammed Ali and Rohan Mitra
Advisor(s): Dr. Salam Dhao and Dr. Gerassimos Barlas
APRIL
CSE | Audience Award at Annual NYUAD International Hackathon 2020
Student(s): Ali Sajun, Brylle Gomez and Lana Hussain
Project Title: "Nitaq", which means range. A platform that reaches out to learners in low-connectivity areas and offers them a gamified learning experience.
CSE | Research award from Sandooq Al Watan
Student(s): Mariam Jamal Arshi, Sara Mohammed Almaazmi, Reem Abdalla AlAmeeri and Fatima Hussain Darwish
Advisor(s): Dr. Abdulrahman Al-Ali and Dr. Salam Dhou
Project Title: Smart Cane for Visually Impaired Children using IoT and AI.
SEPTEMBER
CSE | Regional award for the Africa and the Middle East region in the Computer Science category by The Global Undergraduate Awards 2020
Student(s): Lana Hasan Alhaj Hussain, Brylle Ryan Gomez, Ali Reza Mohammed Husein Sajun and Dara Yarob Sakhnini
Advisor(s): Dr. Imran Zualkernan and Dr. Salam Dhou
Project Title: Camera Trap Image Classification Using Deep Learning on Edge Devices
JANUARY
CSE | 1st Place in the the IEEE Consumer Electronics Conference (ICCE 2019) Best Poster Video Award Competition
Student(s): Omar Hamdan, Hassan Shanableh and Inas Zaki
Advisor(s): Dr. Abdulrahman Al-Ali and Dr. Tamer Shanableh
Project Title: IoT-Based Interactive Dual Mode Smart Home Automation
FEBRUARY
CSE | 1st Place in the 2019 HSBC Programming Challenge
Student(s): Sheikh Abdur Raheem Ali
CSE | 2nd Place in the 2019 HSBC Programming Challenge
Student(s): Mohammed Alhusin
CSE | 3rd Place in the 2019 HSBC Programming Challenge
Student(s): Motamen Monawar
CSE | 1st Place in the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) Hackathon
Student(s): Jayroop Ramesh, Vikram Sakkia, Niha Thodika, Shilpa Sujith and Saad Aldeen
Project Title: Mindspire
CSE | 1st Place in the Dubai Police Capture the Flag Cyber Security Challenge
Student(s): Youssef Awad
AUS | 2nd Place in the KPMG Innovation and Collaboration Challenge Competition
Student(s): Mazin Raffi (CSE), Yedhu Gopan (CHBE), Yameena Naqvi (CHBE) and Hawa Bandeyh (FIN)
Project Title: The Protein Project
CSE | Research award from Sandooq Al Watan
Student(s): Abdalla Ahmed Mohamed, Mariam Khalid Alhammadi, Hanin Farid AlRais and Amna Abdelrazaq Al Ali
Advisor(s): Dr. Imran Zualkernan and Dr. Fadi Aloul
Project Title: Using Artificial Intelligence (AI) and BLE Beacons to Characterize Behavioral Patterns
CSE | Research award from Sandooq Al Watan
Student(s): Maryam Alsaedi, Bashayer Al-Marzooqi and Anwar Elshaik
Advisor(s): Dr. Abdulrahman Al-Ali and Dr. Assim Sagahyroon
Project Title: Autonomous Vehicle Detection and Monitoring System
MAY
CEN | 3rd Place at the OMG MENA Inter-University challenge 2019
Student(s): Sheikh Abdur Raheem Ali (CSE), Mohamed Alhusin (CSE), Motamen Monawar (CSE) and Ahmed Osman (MSESM)
AUS | 4th Place at the University Blockchain Challenge.
Student(s): Amro Farouk (CSE), Alfarouk Hesham (CSE), Ahmed Abubakr (CSE), Mihails Balonuskovs (MIS) and Nikita Mitin (FIN)
Advisor(s): Dr. Taha Landolsi and Dr. Gerassimos Barlas
APRIL
CSE | 1st Place at the CyberTalents UAE National Cyber Security Capture The Flag (CTF) 2019 competition
Student(s): Omar Elgafri and Youssef Awad
CSE | 3rd Place at the Smart Mobile Application Contest 2019 held at Khalifa University
Student(s): Vikram Sakkia, Hasan Al Noman, Omar Al Hammadi and Salman Sowdagar
Advisor(s): Dr. Fadi Aloul and Dr. Imran Zulkernan
Project Title: Emergency Evacuation System using BLE Beacons.
CSE | 2nd Place at the 8th International NYUAD Hackathon 2019
Student(s): Jayroop Ramesh and Vikram Sakkia
Project Title: “7aneen”, a smart mobile keyboard that helps Arabs communicate in Arabic script to preserve the language but type in “Arabizi”
CSE | 1st Place in the 2019 RTA Hackathon, hosted in Burj Khalifa
Student(s): Omar Mohamed and Elhoussine Talab
Advisor(s): Dr. Ra'afat Abu-Rukba
CSE | 1st Place at Millennial Engagement Competition part of the Mega City Infrastructure Week
Student(s): Vikram Sakkia, Hasan Al Noman, Omar Al Hammadi and Salman Sowdagar
Advisor(s): Dr. Fadi Aloul and Dr. Imran Zulkernan
Project Title: Emergency Evacuation System using BLE Beacons
CSE | 1st Place in the the IEEE consumer electronics conference (ICCE 2019) Best Poster Video Award competition, Las Vegas, USA
Student(s): Omar Hamdan, Hassan Shanableh and Inas Zaki
Advisor(s): Dr. Abdul-Rahman Al-Ali and Dr. Tamer Shanableh
Project Title: IoT Based Interactive Dual Mode Smart Home Automation
OCTOBER
CSE | 1st Place at the Cyber Battle of The Emirates 2019
Student(s): Yousef Awad
CSE | 2nd Place at the Cyber Battle of The Emirates 2019
Student(s): Ashith Farhan
CSE | 2nd Place at the AI Challenge at the 2019 Hack In The Box Cyber Week Conference.
Student(s): Sheikh Abdur Raheem Ali and Yousef Awad
SEPTEMBER
CSE | Research award from Sandooq Al Watan
Student(s): Arwa Ibrahim Alblooshi, Raaid Sami Salha, Rami Hassan Abuassi and Amir Raad Douglah
Advisor(s): Dr. Imran Zualkernan and Dr. Fadi Aloul
Project Title: Open-Source Infrastructure for Smart Homes
FEBRUARY
CEN | 2nd Place in the Space Hackathon Challenge 2018 conducted by Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC)
Student(s): Asif Towheed (CSE), Hussain Abbasi (CSE) and Nasir Khalid (ELE)
MARCH
CSE | 1st Place in the UAE Hackathon, Data for Happiness (Sharjah)
Student(s): Mumtaz Ummar, Arwa Alblooshi, Donthi Sankalpa, Karam Ahfid, Ahmad Khater, Labeeba Begum and Hassan Al Ali
CSE | 2nd Place at the 2018 UAE National Cyber Security CTF competition, supported by Dubai Electronic Security Center (DESC) and the Government of Dubai
Student(s): Omar Elgafri and Mina Ghaly
CSE | 4th Place at the Annual Gulf Programming Contest (GPC’2018) held at Zayed University
Student(s): Omar Sobhy, Hussain Abbasi and Gehad Abouarab
Coaches: Dr. Ghassan Qadah, Dr. Gerassimos Barlas and Dr. Salam Dhao
APRIL
CSE | 1st Place in the OPCDE CTF Security Competition, held under the OPCDE Conference
Student(s): Omar Elgafri
MAY
CEN | 1st Place in the Annual Student Research Awards Sponsored by the Sharjah Islamic Bank (SIB)
Student(s): Mohammed Elnawawy (CSE), Abid Farhan (CSE) and Ahmed Mohamed (MCE)
Advisor(s): Dr. Assim Saghayroon (CSE) and Dr. Lotfi Romdhane (MCE)
Project Title: Cable-Driven Robotic Gait Rehabilitation System.
CSE | 1st Place in the 5G competition hosted by Intel, Ericsson and Etisalat
Student(s): Jayroop Ramesh, Saad Bashar and Abdullah Ahmed
Advisor(s): Dr. Tarik Ozkul
Project Title: 5G Distributed Cloud Processing.
CEN | 3rd Place in the 5G competition hosted by Intel, Ericsson and Etisalat
Student(s): Bashar Aljabery (CSE), Marawan Elbaradicy (ELE) and Mustafa Aljassim (ELE)
Advisor(s): Dr. Mahmoud Ibrahim (ELE) and Dr. Amer Zakaria (ELE)
Project Title: 5G for Hearing Impaired People
SEPTEMBER
CEN | 1st Place of ADIPEC University Programme in 2018 SPE ADIPEC (Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition Conference)
Student(s): Vikram Sakkia (CSE), Nasir Khalid (ELE), Faris Al Janahi and Jason Rodrigues (CHBE)
CSE | Research award from Sandooq Al Watan
Student(s): Vikram Sakkia, Hasan Al Noman, Omar Al Hammadi and Salman Sowdagar
Advisor(s): Dr. Fadi Aloul and Dr. Imran Zulkernan
Project Title: Emergency Evacuation System using BLE Beacons
OCTOBER
CSE | 1st Place in the UAE Cyber Quest Security Competition 2018 organized by the Signals Intelligence Agency – SIA, Dubai
Student(s): Youssef Awad and Brylle Gomez
DECEMBER
CSE | 2nd Place in the Judge's Choice Award category of the Driving Innovation competition held at the Gulf Traffic exhibition
Student(s): Maryam Alsaedi, Bashayer Al-Marzooqi and Anwar Elshaikh
Advisor(s): Dr. Abdul-Rahman Al-Ali and Mr. Ahmad Al Nabulsi
Project Title: IoT Smart Vehicle Blackbox (Blocksaver)
CSE | 2nd Place in the People's Choice Award category of the Driving Innovation competition held at the Gulf Traffic exhibition
Student(s): Maryam Alsaedi, Bashayer Al-Marzooqi and Anwar Elshaikh
Advisor(s): Dr. Abdul-Rahman Al-Ali and Mr. Ahmad Al Nabulsi
Project Title: IoT Smart Vehicle Blackbox (Blocksaver)
To be placed on the Dean’s List in a given semester, a student must satisfy the following criteria:
Students who have been placed on the Dean’s List for both the Fall and Spring semesters of an academic year are placed on the Chancellor’s List.
The CEN Career Hub provides you with career support, guidance and personal development tools that will enable you to transition from a university setting into industry and business life.
The Career Hub offers the following services to CEN students to provide you with the skills you need to get hired:
Undergraduate Study Abroad Opportunities
At AUS, we encourage our students to take any opportunity that helps them grow and develop as global citizens. Did you know that you can spend up to two semesters taking courses outside of AUS?
To learn more about study abroad options for undergraduate AUS students, visit the International Exchange Office (IXO) on campus or click the button below.
AUS students who have completed four years of their undergraduate engineering studies at AUS have the opportunity to join the University of Edinburgh (UoE) for one year to pursue their master’s degree within the School of Engineering. AUS engineering students will benefit from an expedited admission process provided that they meet UoE’s standard entry requirements. Successful candidates will also benefit from a partial scholarship of £3,000.
Refer to the links below if you are interested in applying for the 4+1 pathway with the School of Engineering at the University of Edinburgh.
How to apply:
AUS Civil Engineering students who have completed four years of their undergraduate civil engineering studies (BS in Civil Engineering) at AUS have the opportunity to join the Lawrence Technological University (LTU) for one year to pursue their master’s degree (Master of Science in Civil Engineering) within the College of Engineering. AUS civil engineering students will benefit from transferring as many as three courses provided that they meet LTU’s standard entry requirements. Successful candidates will also benefit from a partial scholarship of US$ 10,000. It is possible to transfer as many as 9 credits into the MSCE program. If a full 9 credits are transferred, students will only be required to complete 24 credits for a course work only option and 21 credits for either a thesis or graduate project option at LTU. It is also permitted to transfer 6 credits or 3 credits per these policies. The policy and a list of courses that can be transferred are available here.
To apply, please fill the form here.
For more information, please contact Dr. Sameh El-Sayegh
American University of Sharjah (AUS) and the University of Texas at Dallas (UT Dallas) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish an accelerated 4+1 program.
The agreement allows students in the AUS College of Engineering (CEN) to earn both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in just five years, rather than the traditional six or more, from the Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science at UT Dallas. Through this program, eligible AUS students will complete their undergraduate studies at AUS and then transition to UT Dallas to pursue a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering, provided they meet all degree requirements.
Students who get accepted into the graduate programs at UT Dallas are eligible to apply for scholarships, providing additional financial support as they advance in their academic and professional careers.
For more information, please contact Dr. Assim Sagahyroon
AUS engineering students, upon completing the first year of their master’s degree program at AUS, are eligible to apply for admission to University of Michigan-Flint College of Innovation and Technology and complete their second year of master’s degree program there. These students will have the opportunity to join one of the master’s degrees in various cutting-edge disciplines offered at UM-Flint, subject to meeting all applicable admission policies and standards. Furthermore, UM-Flint will provide AUS students with the reduced in-state tuition rates.
Specializations: Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Systems Management, and Machine Learning.
To apply and for more information please contact Dr. Lotfi Romdhane
American University of Sharjah (AUS) has partnered with Queen’s University in Ontario, Canada to introduce a dual master’s degree program in computer science and computer engineering, one from each institution. Set to launch in Fall 2025, the dual master’s degree program will offer graduate students an opportunity to engage with leading faculty and cutting-edge resources at both AUS and Queen’s University. Upon completion, students will earn two distinct master’s degrees—one from each institution—underscoring the program’s commitment to academic excellence and international recognition. AUS master’s students enrolled in a master's degree offered by the Department of Computer Science and Engineering who choose the dual degree program will take courses at AUS and Queen’s University. Participating students from the computer science or computer engineering programs at Queen’s University will also take courses at both universities.
Specializations: Computer Engineering, Computer Science and Machine Learning
To apply and for more information please contact Dr. Imran Zualkernan
The College of Engineering is delighted to provide a variety of training sessions and development courses, completely free of charge for AUS students. Designed to accommodate your hectic schedules, these courses are led by industry experts and come with official certifications, all at no cost to you. We present a range of technical training courses, categorized by industry, and the course content and structure can be tailored to meet your specific needs.
This training course provides detailed overview of various aspects of industrial and laboratory safety. Topics include identification and control of physical and chemical hazards, compressed cylinders and regulators, risk assessments, chemical waste disposal, fire risks, and fire fighting.
Course Pre-requisite: None
Date: May 26-27, 2025
Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Instructors: Dr. Ahmed Aidan, Mr. Muhammad Qasim, and Ms. Najla Salkho
Location: EB2-017
Fees (Exam/Materials/Supplies): Free
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For more information, contact the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering [email protected]
Course Overview
The training will cover the topics required for the CCNA certification which is divided into three courses:
1. Introduction to Networks (starts May 19th, 2025)
2. Switching, Routing and Wireless Essentials
3. Enterprise Networking, Security, and Network Automation
Each course will run for a period of 1 month. You need to finish a course to enroll in the next. The estimated number of hours needed to finish each course is ~70 hours. I will be posting recorded videos to explain important topics covered in each course. You can watch the videos at your own pace.
Course Prerequisites: COE 371 Computer Networks I
Date: May 19- July 31, 2025
Time: Self-paced,
1. Combination of Recorded videos on-demand provided by the instructor (Wissam)
2. Self-study
3.Bi-weekly online sessions
Location: Online
Instructor: Mr. Wissam Abou Khreibe
Fees (Exam/Materials/Supplies): Free
Click here to register
For more information, contact the Department of Computer Science and Engineering [email protected]
Red Hat System Administration I (RH124) is designed for students who are new to Linux and require core Red Hat Enterprise Linux skills. Focused on administration tasks that will be encountered in the workplace, this course will actively engage students in task-focused activities, lab-based knowledge checks, and facilitative discussions to ensure maximum knowledge and skill transfer and retention. By the end of the course, students will be able to perform installation, establish network connectivity, manage physical storage and perform basic security administration. Students will receive an certificate of attendance from Red Hat Academey upon completion of this course.
After done with the course, the student can take the PE124 Exam using his/her own laptop. The exam fees is not covered with the course.
Course Prerequisites: Basic knowledge in Networking and Operating systems
Date: January 13-16, 2025
Time: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location: Cyper Security Lab (EB1-0012)
Instructors: Mr. Sameer Alawnah and Mr. Wissam Abou Khreibe
Fees (Exam/Materials/Supplies): Free
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For more information, contact the Department of Computer Science and Engineering [email protected]
Introduces the basic concepts of Building Information Modeling (BIM); application of commercial BIM software to create and modify building components; dimensioning and 3D visualization.
Course Pre-requisite: CVE 211 or CVE 111
Date: May 26, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: ESB-1006
Instructors: Prof. Aqeel Ahmed and Mr. Riyad Temam
Fees (Exam/Materials/Supplies): Free
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For more information, contact the Department of Civil Engineering [email protected]
This short course presents the rules and the best practices of using the VNA for the calibration, measurements and characterization of the electronic circuits at various frequencies.
Course Pre-requisite: Basic knowledge of network theory
Date: June 16, 2025
Time: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location: ESB 0028 (RF Microelectronics Lab)
Instructor: Dr. Lutfi Albasha
Fees (Exam/Materials/Supplies): Free
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For more information, contact the Department of Electrical Engineering el[email protected]
On-wafer probing machines are used to evaluate non packaged integrated circuits. This crash course will present on-hand experience on using them for the characterization of ICs in clean room environment and strict rules with regards to calibration.
Course Pre-requisite: None
Date: June 23, 2025
Time: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location: ESB 0028 (RF Microelectronics Lab)
Instructor: Dr. Lutfi Albasha
Fees (Exam/Materials/Supplies): Free
Click here to register
For more information, contact the Department of Electrical Engineering el[email protected]
This short course will provide an introduction to Physical AI, exploring the integration of artificial intelligence with physical systems, such as robots, to create intelligent and responsive machines. It highlights the key differences between digital AI, which operates in virtual environments, and Physical AI, which brings intelligence into tangible, real-world systems through sensors, actuators, and embodied interaction.
Course Pre-requisite: None
Date: June 24, 2025
Time: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location: TBA
Instructor: Dr. Ammar Hasan
Fees (Exam/Materials/Supplies): Free
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For more information, contact the Department of Electrical Engineering el[email protected]
Our certification program in PCB Design and Development has been meticulously organized to provide participants with comprehensive knowledge of designing tools, process equipment, and manufacturing methods employed in the fabrication of printed circuit boards (PCBs)
Course Pre-requisite: None
Date: June 21, 22 and 28, 2025
Time: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location: PCB Manufacturing Lab
Instructors: Dr. Madathumpadical Narayanan and Mr. Ibrahim Abu Seif
Fees (Exam/Materials/Supplies): Course fee of AED 500. The course fee is required as the course delivery involves supply material consumption.
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For more information, contact the Department of Electrical Engineering el[email protected]
This short course covers the type of surface mount devices used for fabricating high density electronic circuit assemblies. The standard procedures followed for assembling the SMD devices manually, using reflow soldering machines and inspection of the solder joints will be covered.
Course Pre-requisite: None
Date: May 26-27, 2025
Time: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location: EB1 0009 (EPIC Center)
Instructors: Dr. Madathumpadical Narayanan and Mr. Ibrahim Abu Seif
Fees (Exam/Materials/Supplies): Course fee of AED 250. The course fee is required as the course delivery involves supply material consumption.
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For more information, contact the Department of Electrical Engineering el[email protected]
This course is an introduction to ANSYS Fluent software. Students will learn essential skills needed to perform basic computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations including fluid flow and heat transfer, starting from creating a geometry, creating a meshing, applying the boundary conditions, setting up the solver and obtaining the desired results.
Course Pre-requisite: Understanding of fluid mechanics and heat transfer is recommended but not mandatory
Date: June 14-15, 2025
Time: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Instructor: Mr. Muhammad Jasim
Fees (Exam/Materials/Supplies): Free
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For more information, contact the Department of Mechanical Engineering [email protected]
Guide students through building a smart car that uses radar (ultrasonic) sensors with Arduino to detect and avoid obstacles, while also introducing them to business thinking for engineers.
Course Pre-requisite: Any engineering student with a beginner background in programming in C and a foundation in electric circuits.
Date: May 26, 2025
Time: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Instructor: Mr. Wasim Almasri
Location: EB2-109
Fees (Exam/Materials/Supplies): It is free, but students are responsible for bringing the kit to the workshop. They can either borrow it or purchase it. Kit details and links to local suppliers will be included on the registration form.
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For more information, contact the Department of Mechanical Engineering [email protected]
Provide students with hands-on experience in constructing an AI-powered Robbo Car using Raspberry Pi, concentrating on image processing, obstacle avoidance, and real-time autonomous navigation.
Course Pre-requisite: Any engineering student with a beginner's background in programming in C and Python and a foundation in electric circuits.
Date: May 27, 2025
Time: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Instructor: Mr. Wasim Almasri
Location: EB2-109
Fees (Exam/Materials/Supplies): It is free, but students are responsible for bringing the kit to the workshop. They can either borrow it or purchase it. Kit details and links to local suppliers will be included on the registration form.
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For more information, contact the Department of Mechanical Engineering [email protected]
The upcoming "Fine-Tuning Open Source LLMs – Prompt Re-engineering" workshop offers hands-on training in customizing large language models (LLMs) using prompt engineering and fine-tuning techniques like QLoRA. Participants will learn to align models with specific use cases such as HR chatbots, teacher assistants, and medical bots by crafting effective prompts and system instructions, applying efficient fine-tuning strategies, and utilizing tools like DeepSpeed and Flash Attention. Ideal for developers and data scientists, the workshop aims to equip attendees with practical skills to optimize open-source LLMs for real-world applications.
Course Pre-requisite: None
Date: May 26, 2025
Time: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Location: ESB - 1026
Instructor: Ms. Inas Al Khatib
Fees (Exam/Materials/Supplies): Free
Click here to register
For more information, contact the Department of Industrial Engineering [email protected]
This hands-on workshop introduces civil engineering and architecture students to environmental heat analysis using Grasshopper in Rhino. It is geared toward students interested in sustainable design. The course will introduce students to importing pre-made 3D model files and give them experience using Ladybug tools to spatially simulate solar radiation and exposure to heat on building surface areas. Students will learn how to model and run environmental simulations, analyze heat performance, and interpret the simulation results for an energy efficient building design strategy. By the end of the session, students will finish their own basic analysis and have some familiarization to simulation workflows.
Learning Outcomes:
-Import and navigate pre-made 3D models in Rhino
-Use Ladybug tools to run basic solar radiation and heat exposure simulations
-Analyze and interpret environmental performance results for sustainable design insights
Target Audience:
Undergraduate civil engineering and architecture students interested in sustainable design and environmental analysis.
Requirements:
Laptop with Rhino and Grasshopper installed.
Pre-made 3D models will be provided during the workshop.
Course Pre-requisite: None
Date: June 2, 2025
Time: 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location: ESB - 1026
Instructor: Ms. Majeda Alhomsi
Fees (Exam/Materials/Supplies): Free
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For more information, contact the Department of Industrial Engineering [email protected]
In this course, we will cover two main parts. The first part will be intro to networking using Cisco's Packet Tracer, a powerful network simulation tool. The participants will learn about how to build and configure a computer network using routers, switches, and end devices. By the end of this part, participants will have implemented a full network topology, configured IP addresses, and ensured end-to-end connectivity between devices. So, this part will focus on the core concepts of networking, such as IP addressing, routing, and switching, and provide practical exercises to simulate real-world network scenarios.
The second part of this course will be about how to enhance the security of the network we implemented in part 1. We will implement basic security measures (Access Control Lists (ACLs)). Also, we will introduce some security equipment/appliances.
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
1. Build and configure networks using routers, switches, and end devices in Cisco Packet Tracer.
2. Set up IP addresses and ensure successful network connectivity.
3. Implement basic network configurations and troubleshoot connectivity issues.
4. Briefly understand how to enhance network security through ACLs and other appliances such as Firewalls.
Course Pre-requisite: None
Date: June 3-4, 2025
Time: 3:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Instructor: Mr. Rami Zaino
Location: ESB - 1044
Fees (Exam/Materials/Supplies): Free
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For more information, contact the Department of Industrial Engineering [email protected]
This short course offers an in-depth introduction to writing academic papers using LaTeX, the leading typesetting system for scientific and academic documents. Participants will learn how to effectively use LaTeX and Overleaf to professionally structure their research papers, by mastering the formatting of complex equations, tables and figures, while efficiently handling in-text citations and bibliographies. Attendees are expected to gain practical skills to enhance the clarity, readability, and presentation of their academic work, making it suitable for submission to high-impact journals and conferences.
Course Pre-requisite: None
Date: May 28, 2025
Time: 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location: ESB - 1042
Instructor: Ms. Eiman ElGhanam
Fees (Exam/Materials/Supplies): Free
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For more information, contact the Department of Industrial Engineering [email protected]
This hands-on workshop introduces students to the exciting world of game development using Python and the Pygame library. Designed for beginners, the course will guide participants through the fundamentals of programming, game design, and interactive development by building a simple 2D arcade-style game from scratch. Students will learn how to create a game window, add player movement, integrate basic graphics, and implement game logic such as scoring, collision detection, and win/lose conditions. By the end of the session, participants will have built and customized their own playable game while gaining valuable coding and problem-solving skills.
Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
• Understand the basics of Python syntax and game loops
• Use the Pygame library to design 2D games such as (Flappy Bird Clone, Dodge the Blocks (Survival Game), Space Shooter, Memory Match Game (with Graphics))
• Create player-controlled objects and interactive elements
• Implement scoring, collision logic, and game over conditions
• Develop confidence in applying programming to creative projects
Duration:
5–6 hours
Target Audience:
Undergraduate students with little or no prior programming experience. Open to all majors.
Requirements:
Basic laptop with Python and Pygame installed (installation instructions will be provided before the session)
Course Pre-requisite: None
Date: May 21-22, 2025
Time: 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location: ESB - 1041
Instructor: Ms. Rasha Alsharif
Fees (Exam/Materials/Supplies): Free
Click here to register
For more information, contact the Department of Industrial Engineering [email protected]
This course is designed to provide a hands-on introduction to data analysis using SQL. In just a few hours, you will gain a solid understanding of SQL fundamentals and learn how to apply them to analyze real-world datasets.
The course covers essential SQL concepts, including writing basic queries, filtering and sorting data, and using aggregate functions to generate meaningful insights. Once the data is retrieved and analyzed, you will learn how to visualize these insights in Excel, using charts, graphs, and pivot tables to present your findings effectively.
By the end of the course, participants will be able to interact with databases confidently, retrieve and manipulate data efficiently, and visualize their results for business or research purposes. This course is perfect for beginners in SQL data analysis. No prior experience with SQL or Excel is required.
Course Pre-requisite: None
Date: May 24, 2025
Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: ESB - 1026
Instructor: Ms. Junu Jahana
Fees (Exam/Materials/Supplies): Free
Click here to register
For more information, contact the Department of Industrial Engineering [email protected]
In space engineering, supply chain management and lifecycle analysis are critical elements that ensure mission success, cost efficiency, and sustainability. The supply chain for space projects is complex, involving a vast network of suppliers delivering highly specialized components such as propulsion systems, avionics, materials for extreme environments, and precision instruments. Managing this network requires stringent quality control, traceability, and coordination to meet the demanding technical and safety standards of space missions.
Given the long development times and high costs associated with space systems, supply chain disruptions can have significant consequences. Therefore, redundancy, risk mitigation strategies, and close supplier relationships are prioritized. Recent trends also emphasize localization of supply chains to reduce dependencies and improve resilience against geopolitical or logistical challenges.
Lifecycle analysis (LCA) in space engineering examines a system from initial concept through design, manufacturing, operation, and eventual decommissioning or disposal. LCA helps engineers and project managers evaluate environmental impacts, costs, and risks associated with each stage of a space system’s existence. This holistic view is essential for designing sustainable missions, especially with increasing concerns about space debris and the environmental impact of launch activities.
Modern space missions are increasingly incorporating lifecycle thinking early in the design process. For example, spacecraft may be designed for in-orbit servicing, repair, or end-of-life disposal to extend their operational lives and minimize debris creation. Additionally, LCA supports decisions about material selection, propulsion methods, and mission architecture to optimize overall mission sustainability.
In summary, robust supply chain management ensures the reliable sourcing of high-performance components, while lifecycle analysis provides a framework for sustainable and responsible space engineering. Together, these practices are shaping the future of space exploration, making missions safer, more efficient, and more environmentally conscious.
Course Pre-requisite: None
Date: May 25, 2025
Time: 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Location: ESB - 1026
Instructor: Ms. Rand Al Ezairjawi
Fees (Exam/Materials/Supplies): Free
Click here to register
For more information, contact the Department of Industrial Engineering [email protected]
This course is your gateway to the world of data visualization and analytics. In this beginner-friendly course, you'll learn to connect, clean, and model data, and create stunning interactive dashboards using real-world datasets. With hands-on guidance and practical tips, you'll quickly gain the skills to turn raw data into clear, actionable insights. Whether you're a student, researcher, or working professional, this course will empower you to confidently use Power BI and share impactful visual stories from your data.
Course Pre-requisite: None
Date: May 27, 2025
Time: 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Location: ESB - 1026
Instructor: Ms. Jahanara Thasnim
Fees (Exam/Materials/Supplies): Free
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For more information, contact the Department of Industrial Engineering [email protected]
Introductory course on power quality issues in contemporary electrical systems, their causes, impacts on energy efficiency and equipment reliability, and the methods used for mitigation.
Upon completion of this course, students are expected to:
• Learn basic power system components.
• Define and identify common power quality disturbances.
• Understand the sources of power quality problems in modern energy systems, including renewable energy integration and non-linear loads.
• Understand the impact of poor power quality on electrical equipment, energy efficiency, and system reliability.
•Explore mitigation techniques and technologies for improving power quality.
Course Pre-requisite: None
Date: May 31, 2025
Time: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location: TBA
Instructor: Ms. Salma Azzam
Fees (Exam/Materials/Supplies): Free
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For more information, contact the Department of Industrial Engineering [email protected]
This intensive three-hour course provides a comprehensive overview of fundamental occupational safety and health (OSH) standards critical to maintaining a safe and compliant workplace. Designed for professionals across industries, the course introduces participants to key regulatory frameworks, including international guidelines (such as ISO 45001) and major national standards (Such as OSHJ standard)
Participants will explore essential topics such as hazard identification, risk assessment, incident reporting, and employer and employee responsibilities under OSH regulations. The course also covers the importance of implementing proactive safety management systems and maintaining compliance to avoid legal and operational risks.
Course Pre-requisite: None
Date: June 2, 2025
Time: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location: TBA
Instructor: Mr. Mohamed Yousif Alzarooni
Fees (Exam/Materials/Supplies): Free
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For more information, contact the Department of Industrial Engineering [email protected]
This hands-on workshop offers a practical deep dive into optimization modeling and results visualization, using industry-standard tools: GAMS for formulating and solving real-world optimization problems, and MATLAB for transforming raw outputs into meaningful insights.
Course Pre-requisite: None
Date: June 4, 2025
Time: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location: TBA
Instructor: Ms. Sarah Kandil
Fees (Exam/Materials/Supplies): Free
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For more information, contact the Department of Industrial Engineering [email protected]
This training offers a step-by-step guide to conducting a Systematic Literature Review (SLR), emphasizing its structured methodology compared to a traditional literature review. It covers defining a focused research question, developing a protocol, designing a comprehensive search strategy, screening and assessing literature, extracting and synthesizing data, and reporting findings. A practical example on the impact of technological advancements on healthcare service quality is used to illustrate the process. The training also highlights best practices, essential tools such as PRISMA and Rayyan, and strategies for ensuring transparency and reliability throughout the review.
Course Pre-requisite: None
Date: June 12, 2025
Time: 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location: TBA
Instructor: Ms. Karam Al-Assaf
Fees (Exam/Materials/Supplies): Free
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For more information, contact the Department of Industrial Engineering [email protected]
In today's complex world, making effective decisions often involves weighing multiple factors. This focused course introduces students to TOPSIS (Technique for Order of Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution) – a powerful yet accessible method designed to tackle such multi-criteria choices. students will learn a systematic approach to evaluate alternatives, understand the relative importance of different considerations, and ultimately identify the options that best align with desired outcomes.
Course Pre-requisite: None
Date: June 12, 2025
Time: 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location: TBA
Instructor: Ms. Sarah Ahmed
Fees (Exam/Materials/Supplies): Free
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For more information, contact the Department of Industrial Engineering [email protected]
This short course provides a practical introduction to bibliometric analysis with a focus on using VOSviewer, a powerful software tool for constructing and visualizing bibliometric networks. Designed for researchers, graduate students, and academics across disciplines, the course aims to equip participants with the essential skills to conduct systematic literature mapping, identify research trends, and uncover influential publications, authors, and institutions within a specific field.
Through a hands-on, interactive format, participants will learn how to collect bibliographic data from major databases such as Scopus and import it into VOSviewer for analysis. The course will cover various types of bibliometric networks, including co-authorship, citation, co-citation, and keyword co-occurrence. Attendees will also gain insights into interpreting network visualizations to support literature reviews, research gap identification, and the development of impactful research questions.
Key topics include:
-Introduction to bibliometric analysis and its applications
-Data collection and cleaning for VOSviewer
-Building and interpreting different types of networks
-Customizing visualizations and exporting results
-Case study examples in engineering and sustainability fields
No prior experience with bibliometric tools is required. By the end of the session, participants will be able to independently perform a basic bibliometric analysis and apply it to their own research area. The course is ideal for those looking to enhance the rigor and visibility of their literature reviews or explore emerging trends in their discipline.
Course Pre-requisite: None
Date: June 16, 2025
Time: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location: TBA
Instructor: Ms. Tania M Joseph
Fees (Exam/Materials/Supplies): Free
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For more information, contact the Department of Industrial Engineering [email protected]
Engineering for a Sustainable Future is a important course for engineering students and early-career engineers to integrate sustainability into their careers. It will offer required knowledge and practical skills required to make environmentally and socially sustainable engineering decisions. By a mix of basic principles and real case studies, students acquire knowledge of how engineering practice can contribute to sustainability by minimizing environmental footprint, maximizing resource effectiveness, and enhancing long-term economic and social resilience. The three dimensions of sustainability (environmental, social, and economic) and the evolving role of engineers in addressing global challenges such as climate change, pollution, and limitations of resources are central subjects.
In addition, tools and applied frameworks like carbon footprint analysis and Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) will be learned with an understanding of how to measure the environmental performance of products and systems across their whole lifecycle. The course will show the importance of integrating engineering solutions with global priorities such as the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) and introduces leading green certification systems like LEED and BREEAM. Real-world examples from green building projects, clean energy initiatives, and infrastructure design will be used to explain how sustainable engineering can be applied in practice. By the end of the course, students will have a clear understanding of how to insert sustainability into technical design and decision-making.
Course Pre-requisite: None
Date: June 17, 2025
Time: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location: TBA
Instructor: Ms. Shrouq Al-Etoom
Fees (Exam/Materials/Supplies): Free
Click here to register
For more information, contact the Department of Industrial Engineering [email protected]
This interactive 3-hour session offers university students a comprehensive introduction to the fundamentals of strategic management, equipping them with the mindset and tools to think critically and plan effectively in dynamic business environments. The session will explore the key concepts of strategy formulation, implementation, and evaluation through real-world examples and engaging group activities. Students will learn how organizations analyze internal and external environments using models such as SWOT, PESTEL, and Porter’s Five Forces. The course also emphasizes the importance of vision and mission statements, goal setting, and aligning strategies with long-term objectives.
Designed to be practical and thought-provoking, the session introduces students to the strategic decision-making process, encouraging them to consider competitive advantage, innovation, and sustainability in their future careers. Participants will work through short case studies and scenarios that challenge them to apply strategic thinking to complex problems, regardless of their academic background.
By the end of the session, students will have a clear understanding of the strategic management cycle and its role in driving organizational success. This session serves as a valuable foundation for further study in business, entrepreneurship, and leadership.
Course Pre-requisite: None
Date: June 21, 2025
Time: 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location: TBA
Instructor: Ms. Israa Al Khaffaf
Fees (Exam/Materials/Supplies): Free
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For more information, contact the Department of Industrial Engineering [email protected]
This course offers a practical introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI) techniques for data science, with a strong focus on hands-on implementation using Python. Designed for students and professionals, the course bridges theoretical foundations with real-world applications across various data-driven tasks.
Participants will explore core AI concepts and develop practical skills through guided exercises involving real datasets. Emphasis is placed on predictive modeling, algorithm selection, performance evaluation, and result interpretation—ensuring participants not only learn how to build models, but also how to apply them effectively in decision-making contexts.
The course uses Python-based tools and libraries to demonstrate end-to-end workflows, from data preprocessing to model deployment. By the end of the session, attendees will be equipped with a solid understanding of AI’s role in modern data science and the technical capability to implement intelligent solutions in their own projects.
While prior machine learning experience is not required, familiarity with Python and basic data handling is recommended. This course is well-suited for students, early-career researchers, and professionals looking to enhance their data science toolkit with applied AI skills.
Course Pre-requisite: None
Date: June 23, 2025
Time: 12:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location: TBA
Instructor: Ms. Fatemeh Marzbani
Fees (Exam/Materials/Supplies): Free
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For more information, contact the Department of Industrial Engineering [email protected]
This short course presents an integrated framework developed to enhance the diagnosis of thyroid disorders, structured across three key phases. First, population-specific reference intervals (RIs) for thyroid biomarkers were established to improve diagnostic accuracy and reflect local population characteristics. Second, a regression model was built to predict thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) levels using non-invasive patient data. Third, four binary classification models were developed to classify individuals into clinically relevant categories, distinguishing normal thyroid function from subclinical and overt hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism. Together, these phases provide a comprehensive, interpretable, and non-invasive approach that advances thyroid disorder screening and supports more informed clinical decision-making.
Course Pre-requisite: None
Date: June 24, 2025
Time: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location: TBA
Instructor: Ms. Areej Mohammed
Fees (Exam/Materials/Supplies): Free
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For more information, contact the Department of Industrial Engineering [email protected]
This workshop introduces participants to the fundamentals of Bayesian Belief Networks (BBNs) and their application in identifying and analyzing interdependencies between variables in complex systems. Participants will gain hands-on experience using eBayes Server, a powerful tool that supports the construction, learning, inference, and visualization of BBNs.
Course Pre-requisite: None
Date: June 28, 2025
Time: 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: TBA
Instructor: Ms. Sabreen AlAmer
Fees (Exam/Materials/Supplies): Free
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This short course provides a robust foundation in the intertwined concepts of Lean and Six Sigma, equipping you with powerful tools for process and quality enhancement. They will learn about:
• Core Lean Principles: Identify and eliminate waste (non-value-added activities) through techniques like value stream mapping, workplace organization (5S), and continuous improvement (Kaizen).
• Six Sigma Methodology: Master the DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control) framework for data-driven process improvement and defect reduction.
• Quality Improvement Tools: Develop proficiency in essential statistical tools (e.g., Pareto charts, histograms, control charts), root cause analysis techniques (fishbone diagrams), and process flow analysis.
• Voice of the Customer (VOC) & Quality Function Deployment (QFD): Translate customer needs into actionable product design and development strategies, ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Design for Six Sigma (DFSS): Integrate quality and robustness principles into product design from the outset, minimizing defects and maximizing customer value.
This short course emphasizes hands-on application. They'll gain experience using key tools within the DMAIC and DFSS frameworks to tackle real-world process improvement challenges. In addition to presenting Lean Six Sigma related papers, and how they could be employed in research works. Upon completion, participants will be ready to:
• Lead quality improvement projects
• Streamline processes and reduce waste
• Design products and services that meet customer expectations
Course Pre-requisite: None
Date: July 8, 2025
Time: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location: TBA
Instructor: Ms. Nadin Alherimi
Fees (Exam/Materials/Supplies): Free
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This training course on the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) is designed to equip engineering students with a robust decision-making tool widely used in complex project management and system analysis. The course offers a comprehensive introduction to AHP, a multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) method that helps prioritize alternatives when dealing with multiple, often conflicting, objectives.
Through the course, students will learn the theoretical foundations of AHP, which involves breaking down a decision problem into a hierarchy of more easily comprehended sub-problems. Each of these sub-problems can be analyzed independently. By comparing these elements pairwise, students will understand how to weigh criteria and alternatives to arrive at the best decision based on a clear, structured process.
Key topics covered in the course include:
-Basics of decision-making processes in engineering
-The AHP methodology: constructing hierarchies and pairwise comparisons
-Consistency ratio in AHP and its significance
-Practical applications of AHP in engineering problem-solving
-Using AHP software tools to automate decision analysis
The course will include real-life case studies from engineering projects where AHP is used, providing hands-on experience for participants. By the end of the course, students will be equipped with the skills to apply AHP in their academic projects and professional careers, making them adept at handling complex decision scenarios in fields like supply chain management, project prioritization, or technology selection.
This training is particularly valuable for students in system engineering, project management, and operations research, providing them with an essential decision-making toolkit.
Course Pre-requisite: None
Date: July 10, 2025
Time: 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location: TBA
Instructor: Ms. Ryan Alshaikh
Fees (Exam/Materials/Supplies): Free
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Makerspaces is a new initiative by the College of Engineering to provide students with open workspaces to research, learn, explore, build, test, and share ideas. An expert Lab instructor will be in attendance during the allocated times to answer questions and provide any possible assistance.
The students were encouraged to visit these makerspaces to:
Students in the College of Engineering (CEN) are required to complete a 1-year capstone graduation project during their senior year of full-time studies at AUS. Projects are conducted by teams consisting of 3 to 4 students under the supervision of a CEN faculty. In many cases, the students elect to extend the internship work to be their graduation project and that typically includes a mentor from industry.
Hence, the industry is welcomed to sponsor these senior design projects in the form of mentoring or provision of resources.
Starting Fall 2023, engineering students at AUS will have the opportunity to turn their innovative ideas into marketable solutions for businesses and communities through the CEN Technology and Engineering Product Design Program (PDP).
Serving as an incubator for student ideas, the program helps students conceptualize, develop prototypes, receive financial planning training, including budgeting and sourcing, establish start-up trademarks and pitch their ideas to potential UAE and international investors. It also involves a series of workshops, seminars and consultations with business experts ensuring a comprehensive entrepreneurial learning experience.
The PDP kicks off with three projects:
For more information or to join the PDP program please contact Dr. Lutfi Albasha via [email protected] or [email protected].
NextGen Innovators Hub is a student-centric program for interdisciplinary innovation. The program aims to actively involve students from various majors in addressing real-life problems and challenges faced by the local community. This is a voluntary extracurricular activity open to Junior students. It doesn't count towards academic credit but by participating in developing this program students will have the opportunity to:
- Engage in hands-on, real-world problem-solving.
- Collaborate with peers from different academic disciplines.
- Take on leadership roles within their projects.
- Think innovatively and come up with creative solutions to complex problems.
- Directly engage with their local community to address real issues.
- Gain practical experience that can be included in their resumes and portfolios.
- Work closely with faculty, community partners, and peers from various disciplines
- Expand their professional network.
- Extend their project into an interdisciplinary senior design project.
For more information please contact Dr. Noha Mohamed Hassan via [email protected]
Mentorship is a powerful tool in developing your career. Through the CEN Alumni-Student Mentoring Program, our current students and recent graduates are connected to successful alumni from the College of Engineering, who can offer valuable guidance and career insights. Read below to learn about how you can benefit from this opportunity and take this important step on your career journey.
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