National University of Sciences and Technology

Prospectus
2020
ENGINEERING, IT &
COMPUTER SCIENCE
This prospectus contains basic information about the undergraduate,
masters, and PhD programmes, life at the University, learning resourc-
es and advice to local and international students who wish to join the
University in Fall 2020. It also shows the fee structure, funding modes
(financial assistance), procedure for applying for admission and criteria
for entry. Information about the constituent institutions, teaching fac-
ulties along with their expertise, and courses offered is also given. Brief
descriptions of degree programmes and curricula details are listed
with course titles, codes and credit hours.

Disclaimer
The information in this prospectus is correct at the time of its publica-
tion. Whilst every effort is made to ensure accuracy of information, the
University does not accept liability for any inaccuracy or change out-
side reasonable control of the University. It is issued for general guid-
ance of public and candidates wishing to enter the University in Fall
2020 and does not form part of any contract. The University intends
to provide the courses and facilities described in the prospectus, but
reserves the right to withdraw or make alterations to these courses or
facilities if found necessary, without any prior notice. Likewise, fees for
the programmes starting in 2020 are provisional and subject to change.
 Welcome from the Rector
I am indeed privileged to assume respon-
sibility as Rector NUST. In a short span of 3
decades, the university has become a bench-
mark for other Pakistani Higher Education
Institutions (HEIs). It has done so through
its commitment to academic excellence and
market-driven curricula in tandem with an
aggressive R&I portfolio and industry linkag-
es. The university has a broad-based alumni
network of 38000+ individuals either adding
value to national and international corpo-
rates in sectors such as Software, Telecom-
munication, Power, Banking, infrastructure,
etc., or pursuing further higher studies and
research in some of the most renowned HEIs
around the globe.

Being a proud alumnus of one of NUST’s

long-established Colleges, I take pride in
witnessing the university making quantum
leaps in the realms of higher education and
research. Today our knowledge ecosystem
thrives upon intellectual prowess of our aca-
demicians and researchers supplemented by
state-of-the-art infrastructure to facilitate
fast-paced socio-economic development of
the country. For instance, the implementa-
tion of Quadruple Helix Model has paved the
way for initiatives such as establishment of Pakistan’s first Science & Technology Park – the NSTP – and the coun-
try’s first facility for indigenous production of heart stents and life-supporting medical devices, to name a few.

We at NUST recognise the value of internationalisation and the power of globalisation, and invest greatly in es-
tablishing international linkages that have proven critical to our growth. It is with this realisation that NUST has
forged meaningful partnerships with as many as 170 universities from 35 countries, thus facilitating the exposure
of its students and faculty through opportunities of exchange and collaboration.

Evolution of NUST into a comprehensive HEI offering undergraduate and graduate programmes in a myriad of
disciplines, and its innumerable educational, research and social contributions, are a tribute to the commendable
achievements of my predecessors. My sincere compliments to the people who have invested their time and intel-
lect towards building the institution’s reputation as a research-oriented, entrepreneurial and engaged university
that aims to serve the nation and humanity. As we feel pride for their achievements, it is the responsibility of the
current and future generations of NUST to uphold this reputation and add to its values.

This year presented a renewed set of challenges for the academic world with the onset of COVID-19 and subse-
quent shift to Distance Learning. In a time of such disruption and uncertainty, it is the collective efforts of NUST
fraternity – its students, faculty, administration and auxiliary staff – that have allowed the university to preserve
its commitment to quality education and deliver on its promise of excellence even during the pandemic.

As I step into my role as the Rector of this prestigious institution constituted of academically competent, culturally
enlightened, technologically equipped and socially responsible individuals, I hereby invite students, academics
and educators alike to vie for a place at NUST and play their part for the society at large.

Engr Javed Mahmood Bukhari

Rector NUST
CONTENTS
About the University 7
Defining Futures 8
Why Choose NUST? 9
College of Electrical &
Location 10 Mechanical Engineering 70
Who to Contact 12 Bachelors in:
Developing Careers 14 Electrical Engineering
Research and Development 16 Mechanical Engineering
R & D Eco-system 17 Computer Engineering
Student Support Services 19 Mechatronics Engineering
Students Affairs 21 MS and PhD in:
Accommodation 22 Electrical Engineering
Quality Assurance and Internationalism 24 Computer Engineering
NUST Campuses 25 Software Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Mechatronics Engineering
Institutions & Programmes 32 Engineering Management

Military College of Engineering 34 Pakistan Navy Engineering College 107

Bachelors in:
Bachelors in:
Civil Engineering
MS in: Electrical Engineering
Structural Engineering Mechanical Engineering
Construction Engineering & Management Naval Architecture
Disaster Management MS and PhD in:
MS and PhD: Electrical Engineering (Control Engineering)
Geotechnical Engineering Electrical Engineering (Communications)
Transportation Engineering Mechanical Engineering
Military College of Signals 50 Manufacturing Engineering and Management
Naval Architecture (MS only)
Bachelors in:
Cyber Security (MS only)
Electrical Engineering
Software Engineering
College of Aeronautical Engineering 141
Infromation Security
MS in: Bachelors in:
Systems Engineering Aerospace Engineering
MS and PhD in: Avionics Engineering
Electrical Engineering (Telecom) MS and PhD in:
Software Engineering Aerospace Engineering
Information Security Avionics Engineering
MS and PhD in: School of Mechanical &
Electrical Engineering Manufacturing Engineering 244
Mechanical Engineering
Bachelors in:
Mechanical Engineering
School of Electrical Engineering & MS and PhD in:
Computer Science 164 Mechanical Engineering
Bachelors in: Design & Manufacturing Engineering
Electrical Engineering Robotics & Intelligent Machine Engineering
Software Engineering Biomedical Engineering
Computer Science Biomedical Sciences
MS in:
Innovative Technologies in Learning Research Center for
Data Science Modeling and Simulation 266
MS and PhD in: MS in:
Information Technology Systems Engineering
Electrical Engineering Bioinformatics
Computer Science
MS and PhD in:
Information Security
Computational Science and Engineering

Research Institute for Microwave and US-Pak Center for Advanced Studies in
Millimeter-Wave Studies 196 Energy 276
MS and PhD in: MS and PhD in:
Electrical Engineering Thermal Energy Engineering
Electrical Engineering (Power)
Energy Systems Engineering
School of Chemical &
Materials Engineering 202
Bachelors in: Applying to NUST 287
Metallurgy & Materials Engineering National Students
Chemical Engineering Undergraduate Programmes
MS and PhD in: Postgraduate Programmes
Materials and Surface Engineering International Students
Chemical Engineering Undergraduate Programmes
Nanoscience and Engineering Postgraduate Programmes
Process Systems Engineering (MS only)

Fee and Funding 300

School of Civil &
National Students
Environmental Engineering 218 Undergraduate Programmes
Bachelors in: Postgraduate Programmes
Civil Engineering International Students
Environmental Engineering Undergraduate Programmes
Geoinformatics Engineering Postgraduate Programmes
MS and PhD in:
Transportation Engineering (MS only) NUST Entry Test (NET) 303
Structural Engineering Instructions for NET
Geotechnical Engineering Specimen Answer Sheet
Construction Engineering and Management
Environmental Science
Environmental Engineering
Remote Sensing & Geographical Information Systems
Water Resources Engineering and Management
Urban and Regional Planning
 About the University
About the University
National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST) was established in March 1991 for promotion of higher scientific education
in the country, especially in the fields of science and technology by providing stable and disciplined academic environment together
with need-based research, pertinent to industrial requirements. The University was granted its Charter in 1993. Over the years, the
university has expanded in scope, services and stature and has emerged as a leading comprehensive University in the public sector.

Within two decades, NUST has achieved important milestones and gained immense significance as an institution of higher education
in Pakistan. The University produces professionals and researchers of very high calibre, capable of developing indigenous technologies
to meet the growing demands of the 21st century. It is envisioned to grow as a center of excellence for the country’s scientific
and technological progress. An outstanding feature of the University is that while maintaining traditional values of excellence in
teaching and research, it challenges conventional practices and creates new ways of developing and delivering courses, pertaining
to emerging and cutting-edge disciplines, on most modern lines.

NUST is a new-age university defining new frontiers in teaching and research. The programmes are distinctive for their high-quality
research orientation. Notwithstanding the significance of undergraduate courses, there is ever-growing emphasis on postgraduate
studies and research output. Creativity and innovation are embedded as core values in all scholastic activities. The conducive
academic environment at the campuses facilitates educational pursuits.

NUST has developed linkages with international universities of repute to ensure two-way flow of knowledge and to be in step with
modern trends. Split programmes and visits of eminent professors from reputed foreign universities is a regular feature of the
academic activity. These eminent scholars deliver lectures on the latest developments in their respective fields and also help update
and review the academic programmes.

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 Defining Futures
About the University

Vision
To evolve NUST into a world class Centre of Excellence among
Higher Education Institutions, leading the transformation of Strategic Thrusts
Pakistan towards a rapidly developing Knowledge Economy to Excellence in Teaching & Education
realize the national objective of a progressive and prosperous Provide high-quality education in sciences and technology
country among comity of nations. while remaining accessible to all sections of the society.
Mission
In pursuance of NUST vision, strive to achieve following Focus on Research
mission goals: Undertake high-quality yet relevant research to support the
»» To develop NUST as a Comprehensive, Academic and emerging knowledge-based economy and society.
Research led university with a focus on Creativity, Innovation
and Entrepreneurship so as to amicably negotiate Social, Spirit of Enterprise
Economic and Environmental challenges faced by the Develop instruments and mechanism for promotion of
country. enterprising spirit and entrepreneurial culture among NUST
»» With foundations based on principles of Merit, Transparency graduates and create strong linkages with industry.
and Fair Play, nurture talent by providing equal opportunity
to all segments of polity. Internationalisation and Global Vision
»» Empower students to develop their full potential acquiring Develop strong international linkages to ensure inflow of new
leadership and social skills, to act as agent of change within knowledge and state-of-the-art technologies, while building a
the society. positive international image of the University and the country.
»» Improve global visibility by enhancing mutually beneficial
linkages with international organizations and partner
Positive Social Impact
universities.
»» Strengthen NUST financially to enable the university Structure curricula and programmes to influence a wider cross-
achieve its goals by raising awareness amongst local and section of the population in terms of education and absorption
international Pakistani diaspora including Alumni base of new technologies.
around the world.
»» Ensure conducive learning and working environment for
students and staff at par with international standards.

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Why Choose NUST?

About the University

Excellence does not grow in wilderness; it has to be pursued with singular zeal and commitment. National University
of Sciences and Technology chronicles a tale of success inscribed with the galvanizing force of progressive vision
and commitment par excellence. Although, barely two decades old, this premier national university, justifiably feels
proud of its unprecedented success as a center of excellence.

»» National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST) is »» With its galaxy of 19 constituent teaching institutions, NUST
the dynamic face of higher education in Pakistan. Although, provides quality education to its students.
barely 29 years old, this premier national institution justifiably »» NUST’s multi-disciplinary campuses offer undergraduate and
feels proud of its unprecedented credentials as a center of postgraduate programmes in a wide range of fields, including
excellence. Engineering & Technology, Life Sciences, Arts and Humanities,
»» NUST holds the singular honour of being the # 1 university in Natural Sciences, Social and Management Sciences.
Pakistan as per the latest Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World
University Rankings, Asian Rankings and Top 50 under 50
»» NUST is competitive in engaging the best to serve as faculty
members. NUST faculty of over 1200 highly qualified and
Rankings.
capable men and women includes 600+ PhDs’, mostly qualified
»» NUST is ranked #355 in the world and #1 in Pakistan in QS from premier International universities.
World University Rankings.
»» NUST is ranked #83 worldwide and #1 in Pakistan in QS Asian »» NUST’s high-profile international linkages for research and
Rankings academic collaborations embrace over 130 celebrated centers
»» NUST is ranked #41 worldwide and #1 in Pakistan in QS Young of excellence in 32 countries around the globe.
Universities (Top 50 Under 50) Rankings. »» NUST has few equals in generous funding for education of
»» NUST also holds prominent position worldwide and in Pakistan talented but financially challenged students. It also provides
in various subjects. NUST is the only university in Pakistan sponsored education to students hailing from economically
which is ranked in 8 subjects. NUST is included in top 200 backward areas of Pakistan.
world universities and is #1 in Pakistan in Computer Science & »» Because of sound education and trusted skill levels, NUST
Information Systems. graduates stay in demand for jobs, both in public and private
»» NUST is included in top 250 world universities and is #1 in sectors nationally and internationally. Several NUST graduates
Pakistan in Electrical & Electronics Engineering. have launched their own business ventures.
»» NUST is included in top 350 world universities and is #1 »» Being a NUSTIAN is a great transforming experience.
in Pakistan in Mechanical, Aeronautical & Manufacturing
Engineering and Chemical Engineering. »» NUST accepts and invests in the best-those with a passion to
excel in life.

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About the University

Location
NUST is located in the heart of the Capital (Sector H-12) Islamabad, Climate
amid a hub of research organisations and institutions of higher The city enjoys a continental climate with hot summers (May
learning. It is easily accessible from the Kashmir Highway. It is - June), rainy monsoons (July - August), fabulous fall (October -
at 35-minute drive from Benazir Bhutto International Airport November), cold winters (December - January) and a blooming
and 5 minutes from the Motorway (M1). Apart from fascinating spring (March¬April). The climate is regulated by alpine
tourist attractions in and around the city, some famous historical mountains in the vicinity and manmade lakes (Khanpur, Rawal
sites (like Taxila and Kittas Raj) and hill stations (like Murree and and Simli) which are also the sources of potable water for the
Patriata) are within easy access. There are museums, theatres, twin cities. The temperature ranges from 4° C in January to 46°
parks, shopping centers and a diplomatic enclave which houses C in June.
the foreign missions. The city is also known for its universities,
colleges and research organisations.
Demography
The twin cities (Islamabad-Rawalpindi) have a population
Geography exceeding 4.5 million. There is a happy blend of different ethnic
Islamabad is located in the backdrop of lush green Margalla communities including members of foreign missions. Urdu is the
mountains in the foothills of the mighty Himalayas, at the lingua franca. However, English is also generally understood and
northern rim of the Potohar Plateau. The area is undulating, spoken by the educated sections of the society. English is also
interspersed with mountain streams and rivulets. It is co-located the medium of instruction in the universities.
with the historic Gakhar city of Rawalpindi; thus displaying a
beautiful blend of the ancient and the modern.

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 About the University
Academic Structure opportunity to clear their deficient courses. The University
NUST is a public sector university which functions under the observes summer vacation from August to September.
aegis of the Ministry of Science and Technology. There is a Board Admissions are offered in the Fall Semester. The University
of Governors and an Academic Council which oversee academic functions from 9am to 5pm, 5 days a week. However, laboratories
matters. Rector is the Chief Executive Officer. He is assisted and libraries remain accessible to the researchers till late at
by three Pro-Rectors. The University comprises five colleges night and even on weekends.
(located away from the NUST Campus, H-12 Islamabad) and ten
schools, and three research centers at the NUST Campus, H-12 Transportation
Islamabad. Rent-a-car service is available at the airport, hotels and bus
terminals. Radio cabs are also easily accessible. Public transport
Academic Calendar including Metro Bus Service plies on a number of routes in the
The academic year commences in September each year. There twin cities besides yellow cabs (taxis) which ply round-the-clock.
are two regular academic semesters of 18-20 weeks duration: In case of yellow cabs, it is advisable to negotiate the fare in
September-January (Fall Semester), February-June (Spring advance.
Semester) and July-August (Summer Semester). Although
summer semester is not a regular one but give the students

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Who to Contact
At NUST, a student enters a novel phase of life; one that requires continuous support for one’s academic, physical as well as mental
growth and well-being. Keeping this in mind, the University offices function in a student-friendly manner and remain accessible
and helpful. You can directly contact the right department or office for all your queries. Shown opposite are various student-
related offices and their functions for you to find the right contact.

Pro-Rector (Academics)
Oversees all the offices which deal with academic and administrative issues of the students during their stay in the University.

Registrar and Controller of Examinations

Deals with the entire life-cycle of the students--from applying to NUST and registration of undergraduate students to issuance
of transcripts and degrees. He also deals with matters pertaining to scholarships, transfers, migrations, discipline, etc.

Director Academics
Handles matters pertaining to academic regulations, programmes of studies and academic calendar.

Director Admissions
Deals with matters pertaining to NUST Entry Test.

Director Finance
Deals with matters pertaining to fee and finances of the students.
Director Administration
Deals with hostel accommodation, messing, security, transport and sports.

Director Postgraduate Programmes

Deals with matters pertaining to academic life-cycle of postgraduate students: from application, admission, registration,
scholarship, academic progress to issuance of degree.

Director Student Affairs

Oversees student-led activities including libraries, clubs and societies & discipline.

Director Medical Services

Supervises health care and medical services.

Office of Research, Innovation & Commercialization (ORIC)

Provides guidance and support to the institutions for activities related to research and development.

Career Development Center

Helps the students in placement and job opportunities, guiding them in preparing resumes and learning interview techniques.

Center for Counseling and Career Advisory

Staffed with professional counselors and psychologists, the Center provides personalised counselling services to students to
help them cope with adjustment problems and issues affecting their studies. They also conduct aptitude and psychological
tests.
 Developing Careers
About the University

Career Development Center (CDC)

Career Development Centre (CDC) provides resources and assistance in all aspects of the career
development and job search processes. Current Undergraduate students and Post Graduate students
are invited to utilize our services. The services offered by CDC are as follows:

Career/Job Development Services:

»» Career Development Workshops
»» Career Coaching Services
Resume/cover letter critiques
Mock interviews
Networking/branding strategies
»» One-o-One Career Counseling Sessions
»» Focused Group Activities on Career Plans
Career Development Centre is focused to empower students to take personal responsibility for their
lifelong career development. The overall goal is to challenge every student to examine their values,
interest, skills and abilities and to define his or her life by providing opportunities for students to learn
about themselves and the needs of society. In order to equip NUST graduates with tools and strategies
to develop latest Job Market employability skills, publication on career guidance are provided through
their campus management system. Career Development Centre has the following publications:

»» Career Development Guide

»» Resume Guide Book
»» Internship Guide Book
»» Job Search Handbook
»» Interviewing Skills Manual
»» Resume Writing Manual
»» Skill Development Activities

Contact Us:
CIE Building, NUST H-12, Islamabad
[email protected]
051-90856270

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 Research and Development
About the University

Research is the focal point of university education all over the world. Universities significantly contribute
towards creation of new knowledge and discovery of fresh frontiers of creativity and innovation.

Contribution to Research
NUST aims at emerging as a leading
research-intensive university in Pakistan,
comparable to the best in the world within
the next 10 years. Our main thrust is on high-
quality teaching and goal-oriented research
and development (R&D). The University’s
PhD programmes help create the requisite
research culture duly supported by well-
qualified faculty and need-based research.
In order to accomplish the requirements
of research and development, high-quality
laboratories and research facilities are made
available to the faculty and students round-
the-clock.

In the last 5 years, the faculty members

completed 295 sponsored R&D projects and
these included 31 projects sponsored by the
university per se. Concurrently, during the
same period, NUST students and faculty also
published 3445 research papers in journals
of repute and presented 2358 research
papers in conferences, workshops, symposia
etc. around the globe.

Research Collaborations
NUST seeks to garner expertise from a
wide variety of sources (within/outside the
country) in order to boost its academic &
research activity. This in turn helps create
deeper impact on the world of science and
technology. Consequently, the University
collaborates with leading international
universities, professional organizations,
commercial ventures, talented professionals
and scholars to pursue its academic and
research goals. Our faculty, researchers
and students are constantly adding value
to NUST by remaining actively engaged
with professional groups and individuals in
research, review of academic papers and
organization of conferences, seminars and
workshops etc. NUST has developed linkages
with as many as 134 international universities
and organizations of 32 different countries.
These collaborations help our faculty remain
up-to-date with current knowledge and
ensure a two-way flow of knowledge.

Research is the focal point of University

education all over the world. Universities
significantly contribute towards creation
of new knowledge and discovery of fresh
frontiers of creativity & innovation.

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R&D Eco-system Industrial Liaison Office (ILO): It predominantly

About the University

maintains strong Academia Industry Linkage and
facilitates students with the focus on promoting and
Directorate of Research Innovation and making NUST graduates the premium choice for the
Commercialisation (RIC) employers.
The role of RIC Directorate is to facilitate and co-ordinate
research activities of NUST constituent institutions and to liaise Technology Incubation Center (TIC)
with other national as well as international academics, research The Center has been established to facilitate and support
and industrial organizations to facilitate research at NUST. It the innovation engine of the University. It is the first model
also encapsulates NUST’s research and intellectual property technology business incubator of Pakistan established under
opportunities at the earliest stage, and translates these the academia. The objective is to provide an environment that
benefits to industry by working closely with industry through attracts and nurtures technology based start-up companies,
partnerships, collaborations and licensing. It also acts as a and transforms them into commercially viable enterprises.
conduit to facilitate NUST graduates towards employment and TIC provides a platform for NUST faculty/students and other
internship in these industries with the focus on promoting and entrepreneurs having commercially viable R&D output, to
making NUST graduates the premium choice for the employers. establish their own start-up companies in order to commercialise
their R&D work as entrepreneurs.
»» Project Coordination Office: It promotes, facilitates
and monitors cutting-edge research activities, including The objectives of TIC include fostering an entrepreneurial
collaborative and inter disciplinary research, in areas culture, by providing the students and faculty of NUST, an
related to the goals of the University. It gauges industry opportunity to transform their technology-based business ideas
needs and process match making with NUST institutions to reality. These facilities are also open to the general public,
to solve industrial problems. It also provides support for provided they contribute to NUST knowledge base. It further
building Research capacity and capability of the University. aims to facilitate the availability of NUST resources to the
incubatees in a mutually beneficial way by liaising with private/
»» NUST Intellectual Property Office (IPO): In the increasingly public sector funding sources, government agencies, industrial
knowledge-driven economy, Intellectual Property (IP) is associations, chambers of commerce and industries to provide
a key consideration. Keeping in view its importance, the facilitation and networking for Incubatee companies. TIC has
University established NUST Intellectual Property Office now also started offering services including pre-incubation,
with the following objectives. virtual Incubation and consultancies through Catalysts to
›› Offering Intellectual Property protection to innovators/ incubatee companies, apart from its other business support
researchers by filing of Patents, Copyright, Trademarks, services.
and Design Rights, etc.
›› Facilitating the commercial interests of and due rewards Professional Development Center (PDC)
to innovators/researchers
NUST established Professional Development Center (PDC) in July
›› Establishing a national network of Intellectual Property 2007 under an initiative of Higher Education Commission (HEC)
Rights related services.
to provide continued education and professional development
›› Collaborating with International Organisation such as services to industry so that industry could acquire state of the
WIPO to facilitate the filing of Patents at international
art knowledge to maximize its productivity and efficiency. PDC
level
leverages NUST technology base and faculty through its training
›› Intellectual Property Management events for creating industry academia linkages. Besides this, PDC
also provides knowledge and training to NUST faculty and staff
»» Technology Transfer Office (TTO): The mission of TTO is regarding best practices in managing a 21st century institution. It
to encapsulate NUST’s research and intellectual property engages highly experienced trainers both from NUST and outside
opportunities at the earliest stage, and to translate these of NUST to conduct hands on exercise/case study based industry
benefits to industry by working closely with CIE constituent problem specific trainings. PDC has conducted hundreds of
entities, as well as industry; through partnerships, industry-focused workshops and has trained more than 11,200
collaborations, licensing and formation of spin-off professionals from about 850 organizations. It uses state of the
companies. It is responsible for moving research results art information, communication and learning technologies to
and discoveries from the laboratory to the marketplace. deliver highly professional trainings. PDC also creates training
It does so by being fully aware of the university R&D partnerships with different organizations. Currently, PDC is the
activities, invention disclosures and market needs. It Professional Engineering Body of Pakistan Engineering Council
assesses commercial potential and successfully transfers (PEC) for carrying out continued professional development
technology for commercial applications. It also creates and of PEC registered and professional engineers. PDC is also the
manages synergies and collaborations with other research official preparatory and exam center for Chinese Language test
entities and organisations to facilitate commercialisation. HSK ( all levels ). Professional Development Center of NUST is
considered one of the most sought after institutions of Pakistan
»» Career Development Center: CDC provides programmes for short term courses in Engineering, IT and Management. PDC
and services to students and alumni in exploring and has maintained a tradition of excellence since its inception in
making effective career choices. The programmes and 2007 as we cherish new standards in designing and delivery of
services provide opportunities for NUST students and our seminars, short courses and workshops. It is a promise to
alumni to foster professional networks with employers and our participants that “We don’t teach you, we provide you with
also assist employers in meeting their recruitment needs. an environment that makes you learn and discover yourself”.
The Industrial Liaison Office (ILO)is part of CDC. PDC also offers Business English Language certification in
collaboration with Cambridge University.
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 Science and Technology Ventures (STV) in the country by developing a unique knowledge-based multi-
About the University

ST Ventures is a project of NUST primarily established to industry cluster around the capital.
commercialize NUST research out put and to undertake business
ventures. It is also required to promote R&D and technological Based on the conviction that new research clusters in
innovations through marketable products and technologies. developing countries will capture an increasing share of global
ST Ventures is also working in different fields of Renewable R&D investment and increase the volume added to technology
Energy Technology such as Solar Photovoltaic (PV), Solar innovations, NUST R&D initiatives will encompass an innovation
Thermal and Bio-diesel with in-house available manpower and center, an R&D center, a science center, a technology incubation
NUST resource persons. center, a manufacturing resource center and a learning
academy that will provide technical and vocational expertise,
It acts as one window facilitator for the NUST Institutes and and entrepreneurship and leadership training. The expansive
Colleges for acquiring consultancy services. Based on the park will also host a research commercialisation center,
requirement of Industry/different organizations against their university-industry liaison nucleus and event management
problems / issues, the relevant NUST Institutions are utilized for and recreational facilities. The Park will have a distinctive
provisioning of resource persons (PhD/MS faculty or students knowledge brokering facility by means of which it will act as
doing their PhD or MS) depending upon the requirement and an information intermediary to provide advice on selection
nature of a project, and accordingly a complete team is formed of goods or services, business intelligence or research data to
for timely execution of the projects. interested parties.

Strategic Planning and Management Office

University Advancement Office
University Advancement Office has been created with a mission
(SP&MO)
After shifting of its Main Campus from Lalkurti, Rawalpindi to
to augment the efforts directed towards the realisation of
Sector H-12, Islamabad, NUST has grown at a very rapid pace.
the University’s vision and strategic objectives. Its activities
Presently, the total student’s strength is 16062, comprising
encompass resource generation and joint ventures by mobilising
of 535 PhD students, 5229 MS/MPhil students and 10298
collective efforts and resources. The Office ultimately seeks to
UG students. Till now, the university has awarded 29778
contribute towards self-sustenance of NUST.
degrees, out of which 237 are PhD, 6072 are MS/MPhil and
23469 are UG degrees. The faculty strength is 898 with 408
National Science & Technology Park PhDs. During the Financial Year 2016-17, a project of national
NUST aims to become a hub for public and private technological, importance i.e. Medical Devices Development Centre (MDDC)
financial and human capital through the establishment of a was approved by the Government of Pakistan, which has also
Technology Park at the NUST Campus, H-12, Islamabad. The been successfully established. During the Financial Year 2017-
project will encourage knowledge creation at the cutting- 18, two major projects approved by the Government were
edge and develop organisational, human and social capital to National Centre of Artificial Intelligence and National Centre
compete in the global economy. It looks forward to building in Robotics and Automation. In Financial Year 2018-19, the
networks stretching far beyond major institutions to include major under approval projects are NUST Campus at Quetta and
entrepreneurs, investors, professionals and underprivileged Upgradation / Replacement of Existing Laboratory Equipment
communities for mentoring and learning. at all campuses of NUST.
NUST is establishing its campus in Quetta in order to provide
The Park will promote interaction between institutional quality education for youth of Balochistan in the field of
elements, i.e., universities, research parks, large companies, Engineering & Technology. The ground-breaking ceremony of
venture funds, etc. and non-institutional elements, i.e., talent, NUST Quetta Campus was held on May 08, 2018. NUST would
bodies of knowledge and virtual communities to create job be offering undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in the field
opportunities for the youth and link local assets to global markets of Civil Engineering, Water Resource Management, Tunelling /
in order to generate value. It aims to stimulate economic activity Mining Engineering., Computer & Allied Sciences.

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Student Support Services

About the University

NUST offers a broad array of resources that allow students to extend and deepen their learning through civic engagement
and participation in, and leadership of an active network of student-initiated projects and organizations. Services have
been established to address all issues of the students pertaining to their university life-cycle, from selection to graduation
and alumni network management. The services include Center for Counselling and Career Advisory, IT Facilities, Clubs and
Societies Office, NUST Archives, Sports Office, Hostels and Messing Office, Internship and Placement Office, Alumni Office
and commercial Bank.

Center for Counseling and Career

Advisory (C3A)
The Centre offers professional, psychological and educational
assessment, guidance and counselling and related services to
the members of NUST community with a view to advancing
and enhancing the academic and personal growth of students
and other members of the University in general. NUST is
the only university in Pakistan having a dedicated team of
trained Psychologists and Counsellors conducting aptitude and
psychological testing coupled with counseling and undertaking
research projects at the same time.

The Centre also functions as a student/faculty support

organization and strives to develop the students into
wholesome and productive human beings. The testing facilities IT and Computing Facilities
at C3A assist students in having a clearer understanding Information and Communication
of their personality, their strengths and weaknesses and
problematic areas of their lives, thus guiding the individuals
Technologies (ICT) Facilities at NUST
towards best possible choices and better adjustment in
Provision of ICT facilities and services to NUST faculty,
everyday life.
students & administrative staff is the core functional role of
ICT Directorate; this directorate provides facilities and services
Facilities available at the Centre are:
at NUST Main Campus, Sector H-12 Islamabad and support
services to Schools and constituent Colleges. To provide
» Individual Counseling
Quality of Service (QoS) to our valued users, ICT Directorate is
» Group Counseling
broadly providing following ICT facilities and services:-
» Psychological Testing
ICT Infrastructure. NUST offers most modern computing and
» Workshops and Trainings
networking facilities and has the distinction of providing
» Seminars and Lectures
Internet access since early nineties. These include:-
» Harassment Complaint Cell
» Counseling Camps
»» Main Data Center, which is acting as hub for dissemination
of all ICT services to NUST community.
» Community Services
» Psycho-educational programmes/seminars
»» Campus Optical Fiber Network, connecting all buildings
with Main Data Center.
Assessment and Measurement is conducted for the following:
»» Gigabit Local Area Networks (LANs) in all Schools
»» High-speed Internet facility to the users through Pakistan
Education and Research Network (PERN) programme of
» Intelligence Quotient (IQ)
Higher Education Commission (HEC).
» Emotional Quotient (EQ)
» Achievement
»» Latest high-speed Wi-Fi connecting has recently been
established in all boys and girls hostels under Smart
» Personality
University Project (SUP) through HEC.
» Aptitude
» Ability
»» Central Authentication of all hostel Wi-Fi users for secured
Internet access.
» Career-related issues
» Interests, Values, Opinions and Attitudes
»» Computing laboratories are equipped with state-of-the-art
servers, computers, software and allied equipment, which
» Anxiety and Depression
are connected through high speed LAN.
» Examination Stress, Anger, Leadership Styles, Psychological
Well-being and Social Skills
»» NUST Intranet is in place connecting all remote Campuses
with Main Campus for information and resource sharing.
Contact:
Call: 051-9085-1571, 051-9085-1579 Campus Management System
Email: [email protected] To automate student academic life cycle processes NUST has
implemented Campus Management Solution (CMS) in Fall-
2015. CMS covers whole spectrum of student life cycle

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 activities from student Admission till graduation. Following are are able to see the Attendance and Exam Results of their
About the University
the main modules of CMS: wards through a highly intuitive screen-design of the Mobile
»» Student Admission Application and employees have the capability of viewing their
»» Course Enrollment Payroll in addition to getting live notifications with the up to
»» Attendance date happening in NUST.
»» Gradebook
»» Student Financials NUST Web Portal
»» Research Thesis Tracking & Management (RTTM) An elaborate NUST Web Portal (www.nust.edu.pk) build in
»» Financial Aid Microsoft SharePoint Technology available for dissemination
»» Student Self Service: for (Attendance Monitoring, Fee of vital information to general public, students and the faculty.
Invoices, Courses Enrollment, Grades View, Un-official It covers more than 40 NUST & its respective constituent
Transcript, Feedback & Notifications) schools/colleges/institutes domains, which provides
information about the research, students clubs & societies,
Faculty Self Service: for (Attendance Marking, Grading, programmes and activities of those institutions, updated
Personal Profiles update, Advise Students) on regular basis. A complete online admission/registration
»» Transcript Generation system along with NUST Financial Aid Application Form has
»» Alumni been provided to the prospective candidates to apply for
»» Feedback & Survey Forms NUST. Processes namely registration, filling application form,
and discipline wise selections, online payment through credit
With implementation of CMS, students from anywhere can card and result announcement are available online to the
now view/monitor their Attendance, Assignments’ marks, prospective students.
Grades, Fee invoices, Academic Progression, Notifications and
generate their transcript on real time. To promote paperless environment in the University, following
computerized systems are also in place:
NUST Mobile Application »» Electronic Inter Office Note (e-ION) system for official
NUST has launched its first official mobile application in correspondence and task management.
Aug 2017, which is available at Google Play Store. Mobile »» Electronic Mail Tracking System (e-MTS) to maintain mail
Application targeting the NUST Students, Parents and movement record and location of document (files, letters,
Employees. NUST Mobile application contains information faxes, etc.).
about Student’s Profile, Attendance, Timetable, Exam Results,
NUST Notifications, and Payroll etc. Parents and Guardians

Human Resource Management/Development

NUST is a multi-campus university employing faculty and staff from diverse disciplines. The HR Directorate recruits and retains the
best workforce to contribute towards the continuing success of the University. It is actively engaged in development of faculty and
staff to ensure high standard and quality of education.
The faculty at NUST is actively engaged in research activities and providing an environment of practical learning to the students. The
HR Directorate supports such programmes for the faculty to keep their expertise up-to-date and develop their skills continuously.
Eligible faculty is sent abroad for higher studies and research programmes, and is also assisted for placement in various schools
on their return.
Career development is another notable function carried out by the HR Directorate. It has successfully carried forward the progress
of the University to operate at an optimal level in times of financial crunch by exploring/offering fully funded scholarships.

Faculty Development Program

The programme was started in 2002. As many as 430 scholars have been sent abroad for higher studies, out of which 316 have
joined back.

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Student Affairs Scope of the Clubs & Societies

About the University

Students’ Clubs/Societies were established in 2011 under Every Club and Society has its own defined scope, aim and
Student Affairs Directorate. The purpose was to provide an objectives which are in sync with the title of the society.
opportunity to every student to join a club or society keeping NUST Archive
in view his potential and taste to nurture his leadership and Publishing and Student Affairs Directorate is also responsible for
managerial abilities. Response of the students has been highly managing NUST Archive. The section collects/conserves archival
encouraging. Hundreds of events are planned every year by the material of historical importance including policy decisions,
students from the forum of clubs and societies sponsored by MoUs, artifacts, rare photographs and other miscellaneous
Student Affairs Directorate. documents. Digitization of documents is also maintained by the
section.
Clubs and Societies
Clubs and Societies is a forum for grooming the students in National Level Visits
leadership traits as per their peculiar aptitude and potential. SA Dte is responsible for conduct of inbound and outbound
It enhances their foresight and organizational abilities. They national level visits of schools/colleges and universities.
are expected to plan and execute their club activities as they NUStians eagerly wait for trips to Northern areas and other
perceive in consultation with the club members and Faculty recreational spots.
Sponsors. It inculcates team spirit and ability to take everybody
on board. It makes a person more responsible and mature.
Summer School
Existing Clubs and Societies are allocated to institutions as SA Dte is starting its first summer school from July 2018. It will
under: become a regular feature in future. It aims at providing pre-
»» NUST Entrepreneurs Club (NEC) University experience to FSC/O level students who are preparing
»» NUST Science Soceity (NSS) their mind to join university. Students of the age group of 16
»» NUST Literary Circle (NLC) years are eligible for the course.
»» NUST Book Club (NBC)
»» NUST Bazm-e-Pakistan (NBP) High Achievers Award
»» NUST Adventure Club (NAC) Student Affairs Directorate arranges a simple but impressive
»» NUST Environment Club (NEC) ceremony once a year to recognize and certify the students
»» NUST Dramatic Club (NDC) who win a position in International, National or Inter-university
»» NUST Debating Society (NDS) competitions.
»» NUST Media Club (NMC)
»» NUST Community Service Club (NCSC) NUST Olympiad
»» NUST Fine Arts Club (NFAC) Student Affairs Directorate arranges NUST Olympiad once in
»» NUST BioReach Society two year. It is a mega event of the Directorate and students
»» NUST Leaders Society (NLS) eagerly await this event.
»» NUST Excursion Club (NEC)
»» NUST Digital Club (NDC)
»» NUST Water Sports Club Orientation Week
»» NUST Technical Amusement Club (NTAC) NUST arranges orientation week for the Freshmen in September
»» NUST Paragliding Club (NPC) every year. Student Affairs Directorate plays lead role in the
»» NUST Quiz Club (NQC) conduct of this event.
»» NUST Trekking Club (NTC)
»» NUST Archery Club (NAC)
»» NUST Cultural Club (NCC)
»» NUST Fitness Club (NFS)
»» NUST Robotics Club (NRC)
»» International Chapter (NMAC)
»» GeneUs
»» Physics & Astronomy
»» NUST Economics Society
»» Music Club
»» American Academy of Environmental Engineers &
Scientists (AAEES) Healthcare Services
NUST is providing medical services to the entire NUST
Campus, H-12, Islamabad through a purpose-built NUST
Administrative Aspects Medical Center, while in institutions outside Islamabad
All Clubs shall adhere to the following approved appointments: the same are being provided through their respective
»» Faculty Sponsor medical outfits. NUST Medical Center has a team of
qualified medical officers and trained paramedical staff,
»» President who provide services round-the-clock. The Center is
»» Secretary supported with fully equipped ambulances to evacuate
»» Press Secretary the serious patients to Armed Forces and other civil
»» Treasurer sector tertiary care facilities. With the establishment
Half the Office Bearers must be from institutions other than the of NUST Medical Complex at NUST Campus, H-12,
Islamabad, the services of a tertiary care hospital will be
sponsor institution. available on campus.

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 Accommodation
About the University

The newly built campus at H-12, Islamabad is located in the serene backdrop of majestic Margalla Hills. The NUST Campus,
H-12, Islamabad blends old and modern architecture. The Kashmir Highway, which leads to M-1 (Motorway) linking it to the
rest of the country through a wide range of motorways network, coasts along the campus which is only at 20-minutes drive
from all the main terminals-air, bus and railways.

NUST Campus, H-12, Islamabad provides well-furnished and equipped male and female hostels named after great Muslim
Scholars as under:
Girls Hostels
»» Fatima Hostels - PG Students
(2 blocks) Single Occupancy with attached
washrooms
»» Zainab Hostel
»» Ayesha Hostel } UG Students
Bi / Tri-seater with community
washrooms

»» Khadija Hostel UG/PG Students

Tri-seater

Boys Hostels
»»
Rumi Hostels - PG Students Visiting Faculty Accommodation
(3 blocks) Single / Bi-seater Occupancy with A guest block has been created for visiting faculty in the married
attached washrooms student’s hostel. The block is fully furnished with attached
dining facilities.
»» Ghazali Hostels*
»»
»»
Razi Hostels*
Attar Hostels* } Secure Environment
In addition to highly effective Campus security arrangements,
*2 blocks each all hostels have CCTV Cameras, protective boundary walls,
security personnel and dedicated staff at each block.
Monthly Accommodation Charges
(NUST Campus, H-12, Islamabad) Hostel Management
A qualified and experienced management team, composed as
Hostel Accommodation Charges for National Students under, looks after hostel affairs:
»» Deputy Director and AD Hostels with Office Staff, Manager
»» Single occupancy with attached bath Rs. 6500/- (Hostels) and Caretakers.
»» Double occupancy with attached bath Rs. 5500/- »» Deputy Director Hostels and AD Messing with experienced
»» Double occupancy with community bath Rs. 4500/- supervisors, Cooks and Waiters for preparing and serving
»» Tripple occupancy with community bath Rs. 4000/- food.

Married Students Manager (Hostels) with necessary staff remains available in

»» One bedroom apartment Rs. 9,000/- each hostel round the clock.
»» Two bedroom apartment Rs. 13,000/-

Note: Facilities
• Security Fee of Rs. 10,000/- (Refundable) will be charged at Facilities provided in the hostels include:
the time of allotment. »» Attached / Community washrooms
• Hostel includes accommodation charges only. »» Fully furnished rooms
»» Central heating system
»» High Speed internet connectivity
»» Telephone
»» Gymnasium, Billiard Table, Table Tennis
»» TV lounges with Cable TV
»» Dining Halls with attached kitchens and service areas
»» Standby Generator
»» Dhobi service (Free of cost)
»» Medical Care
»» Prayer Area
»» Vending Machine

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Allotment Procedure

About the University

Hostel accommodation in the relevant category is allotted as per
Hostel Allotment SoP’s. Students are required to apply on available
online google docs form on NUST website http://nust.edu.pk/Campus-
Life/Pages/Amenities-Facilities.aspx.
Messing
The hostels provide catering services and the boarders have a
choice to enjoy a variety of wholesome food, prepared under
hygienic conditions.

Charges
Mess Security Rs. 9,000/- (Refundable)
Monthly Charges Rs. 5,520/- (Rs. 184 per day)

Cafeteria and Shopping Complex

Aesthetically designed cafeterias and shopping complexes,
called Concordia I and Concordia II, have been constructed in NUST offers a wide variety of sports activities. All Colleges have
the northern and southern wings of the NUST Campus, H-12, elaborate sports infrastructure. The NUST Campus, H-12,
Islamabad. Concordias offer the following services: Islamabad is developing at a fast pace and have the following
»» Cafeteria facilities of international standard:-. Multipurpose hall,(Indoor
»» Mini Mart Courts 1x Basketball, 1x Volleyball, 3x Badminton, 4x Table
»» Bakery Tennis, 1x Snooker, 2x Fitness Gyms , 9x Fitness Gym (Hostels),
»» Souvenir Shop 5x Basketball outdoor courts, 2x Football field, 8x Volleyball
»» Photographer Shop courts, 8x Futsal grounds, 5x Cricket grounds, 2x Squash
»» Barber Shop courts. 1 x Netball ground, 1 x Handball ground, 1x Hockey
»» Ladies Shop / Parlor ground, 16x Badminton courts, 3x Tennis courts, 5 x Pool
»» Cellular Shop tables, 17 x Table Tennis, 1 x Athletic ground and 1 x Tracking
»» Stationery Shop Trail (1.5 Km). NUST has also established a Riding Club in H-12
»» Book Shop Campus being the pioneer University in Pakistan to have such a
»» Dining/Function halls facility. Regular Inter-College/School Sports Competitions are
»» Lawns with gazebos held every year at the University. NUST teams have been
participating and performing well in HEC Intervarsity Sports
Competition both at the Zonal and National levels. No of
Shuttle Service our players have represented Pakistan in different Sports and
The shuttle service facilitates the students to move around the achieved good positions at National Levels.
Campus. On weekends/holidays, the shuttle service is extended
to various terminals.

Sports and Recreation

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 Quality Assurance and Internationalisation
About the University

Higher Education Commission set up Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) in 2002 and facilitated the establishment of
Quality Enhancement Cells (QECs) at 10 public sector universities, in year 2006, including NUST. Up till now, a total of
130 such cells have been established at national universities.
Directorate of Quality Assurance was established at NUST to ensure quality enhancement of academic and research
activities. Since NUST is a multi-campus university, Local Quality Enhancement Cells have been established at all
constituent institutions as field set-ups. NUST Quality Assurance website (www.qa.nust.edu.pk) has been developed
on NUST webportal and relevant information has been uploaded. The Directorate is actively engaged in self
assessment of programmes, and internal quality audit of institutions at NUST for attaining international compatibility
and competitiveness of its programmes.

NUST is member of the following international Quality assurance networks:

International Network of Quality Assurance

for Higher Education

Asia-Pacific Quality Network

NUST has also obtained the membership of the following international associations and networks, for the
purpose of international visibility and sharing information and good practices related to higher education:

Association of Commonwealth Universities

International Association of Universities

Association of Management Development Institutions

in South Asia

United Nations Academic Impact

Association of Quality Assurance Agencies of

Islamic World
 

The Tallories Network

Inter University Consortium for promotion

of Social Sciences (IUCPP)

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NUST Campuses

About the University

H-12, Islamabad Campus

School of Electrical Engineering and Our increasing focus on research together with the initiatives to
develop synergies with other centers of excellence within NUST
Computer Science (SEECS) will enable us to become business school par excellence.

School of Social Sciences and Humanities

(S3H)

NUST School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

(formerly NIIT) chronicles an incredible tale of what focused
efforts with a clear vision, singular commitment and a passionate
quest for excellence are capable of achieving within the span of
a decade. From its embryonic appearance in 1999 as a tiny IT
wing of NUST, this school has blossomed into one of the finest The discipline of social sciences plays a vital role in
seats of higher education. The philosophy of education at SEECS understanding the function of society, studying individual
puts due premium on an essential blending of engineering and behavior and evaluating social problems and their impact on
computing education with a sound orientation of social and society. Taking cognizance of the significance of social sciences
humanitarian interests of the society. With the relocation of and humanities discipline, NUST has recently established the
SEECS to the idyllic setting of NUST Campus, H-12, Islamabad, School of Social Sciences and Humanities (S3H). Founded in
it is destined to set a new pace for cultivation of wholesome 2013, the history of the school can be traced back to 1999
social and moral values in the students who are privileged to when its seed began to germinate in the form of establishment
enter its portals. of NUST Institute of Management Sciences (NIMS) which was
renamed as NUST Business School (NBS) in 2008. Later, three
social sciences departments namely Department of Economics,
NUST Business School (NBS) Department of Government and Public Policy, and Department
of Mass Communication were launched and initially housed
under the umbrella of NUST Business School. These three
departments together with Department of Behavioral Sciences
and Department of Career Counseling & Education converged
into the School of Social Sciences and Humanities in the year
2013. A brand new state-of-the-art building of S3H has been
constructed and the school has shifted to new building in 2015.

School of Chemical and Materials

NBS has evolved and emerged as a well established institute Engineering (SCME)
from NUST Institute of Management Studies NIMS. In the recent
past it has proved itself as one of the finest and prestigious
management schools of Pakistan offering both the UG and
PG programmes with state-of-the-art learning infrastructure
which includes well equipped class rooms, lecture and seminar
halls, language and research labs, a fully functional library that
offers both physical and digital sources of information along
with top-of-the line teaching faculty with years of research and
professional experience. NBS employs result based teaching
methodology through its close liaison with the industry. Several
initiatives such as joint field projects, research activities, The School of Chemical and Materials Engineering (SCME)
workshops, seminar and lectures from professionals enrich the became functional in 2006 as a research-oriented school of
professional learning of the students. Its recent accreditation NUST and is currently offering two undergraduate and three
with the NBEAC has enhanced inter and intra-institutional postgraduate degree programmes in the twin disciplines of
cooperative practices as well as ensured professional mobility Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering and Nanoscience
and employment opportunities for its graduates. We at & Engineering. Setting up an educational institution in unique
NBS believe in continued improvement mechanism through and highly specialised areas is a great challenge. It is very
periodic students’ surveys, faculty and curriculum evaluation. satisfying that within four years, the postgraduate programmes

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 stand fully established. The School has acquired the services School of Art, Design and Architecture
About the University
of one of the best faculty in the country, besides establishing
a rigorous self-assessment Quality Assurance process to (SADA)
ensure that our graduates get the best education possible. An
equal emphasis is laid on development of their character and
personality.

School of Civil and Environmental

Engineering (SCEE)

The School of Art, Design and Architecture is an addition to

the elite league of NUST constituent Schools and Colleges.
SADA was established in September 2010. The school now in
its eight year is continuously working towards establishing one
of the most modern and competitive schools of Architecture
in the country. The School is all set to bring a truly world-class
dimension to the field of education in art, architecture and
School of Civil and Environmental Engineering was established design by collaborating with the world-renowned Department
in November 2008. It comprises four vibrant institutions of Architecture of the Middle East Technical University (METU)
namely National Institute of Transportation (NIT) , Institute Turkey, the first department established at METU in 1956, which
of Environmental Science and Engineering (IESE), Institute of is affiliated with various international bodies of architecture.
Geographical Information Systems (IGIS) and NUST Institute This collaboration will be instrumental in combining the
of Civil Engineering (NICE). SCEE is a modern and progressive strengths of both world class universities, that collectively hold
engineering school of the country, the first of its kind that offers over seven decades of experience in creating, disseminating
a wide choice of BE programmes in Civil, Geoinformatics and and re-inventing knowledge. This collaboration will go a long
Environmental Engineering. In BE programmes, the students way in imparting a truly global perspective to our programmes;
are given the option of selecting elective majors. SCEE has thereby amalgamating the best of both cultures in order to
very strong postgraduate programmes (MS/PhD) in Structural produce strikingly creative work by students and faculty alike.
Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Transportation The school is presently offering a Bachelor of Architecture and
Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, Environmental Industrial Design Degree. It has well equipped studios, labs and
Engineering, Environmental Science, Geographic Information workshops.
Systems, Urban & Regional Planning, Geotechnical & Tunneling,
Remote Sensing and Construction Engineering & Management.
Research Center for Modelling and
Simulation (RCMS)
School of Mechanical and Manufacturing
Engineering (SMME)

Research Center for Modelling and Simulation was established

at NUST in 2007 to set up Modelling and Simulation facilities for
design and development in various disciplines through education,
training and research, and to act as a platform to integrate
The School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering
these efforts by the government, academia and industry. The
(SMME) was established in 2008. SMME was set up to prepare
Center focuses on mathematical modelling and simulation of
human resource with essential skills in Mechanical Engineering
structures, fluids, electrical systems, communication systems,
and allied renewable technologies, with specific emphasis on
computer and network architecture, operations management,
manufacturing, automobile, power/energy and biomedical
human behaviour and war scenarios. RCMS started its first MS
sectors to perform effectively in the technological world. The
degree programme in Computational Science and Engineering
School has state-of-the-art laboratories related to mechanical,
in Fall 2008 has been upgraded to PhD with specialisations in
manufacturing, robotics and biomedical fields.
Fluid Flow and Structures and Computational Infrastructures
The School is offering an undergraduate programme in
and Visualisation. The curriculum has been structured to
Mechanical Engineering and postgraduate programmes (MS
impart students with solid M&S foundational knowledge and
and PhD) in Mechanical Engineering, Design and Manufacturing
skills. The Center also offers MS in Systems Engineering and
Engineering, Robotics and Intelligent Machine Engineering,
Bioinformatics.
Biomedical Sciences and Biomedical Engineering.
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School of Natural Sciences (SNS) Atta-ur-Rahman School of Applied

About the University

Biosciences (ASAB)

Established in May 2004, School of Natural Sciences (SNS)

formerly known as Centre for Advanced Mathematics and The School was initially established as Center of Virology and
Physics (CAMP), is a young and thriving school that contributes Immunology in October 2007, to provide research and teaching
vitally to the research output of not only NUST but also of the facilities in the field of Virology and Immunology. Recently, it
country. The research carried out at SNS is regularly published has been named after the eminent scientist, Dr Atta-ur-Rahman,
in international journals of repute. SNS offers MS and PhD who has very graciously accepted to be its patron and advisor.
programmes in the fields of Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry The School provides excellent research and teaching facilities
and, an exciting four-year undergraduate programme leading in the field of applied biology in Pakistan. ASAB has dynamic
to the Bachelor of Science (BS) in Mathematics, Physics and interdisciplinary undergraduate and graduate programmes
Chemistry. Our postgraduate programmes emphasize breadth which prepare the students for pursuits in research and teaching
of understanding the core areas of Mathematics, Physics and in pure molecular as well as applied biology. The faculty includes
Chemistry in addition to culminating in these demonstrating members of Health, Plant and Industrial Biotechnology, Virology,
mastery in one of the many research directions that are pursued Molecular Biology, Plant Biology, Biochemistry, Medicine,
at SNS. The total number of papers published by the faculty at Neurology, Rheumatology, Immunology and Oncology. The
the start of SNS was about 330 of which 200 were in ISI listed research and training programmes have collaborations with
journals with an impact factor of about 292 and impact factor other institutions in Pakistan and abroad. The School offers
per faculty of about 32.5. MS Healthcare Biotechnology, MS Plant Biotechnology, MS
Industrial Technology and PhD Applied Biosciences.
Center for Counseling and Career
Advisory (C3A) US-Pak Center for Advanced Studies in
Energy (USPCAS-E)

Center for Counseling and Career Advisory (C3A) is a unit of

NUST that provides primary mental health services. C3A is US-Pak Center for Advanced Studies in Energy (USPCAS-E) was
offering this service, to all the NUST students, faculty, personnel launched in June 2011 to provide impetus to energy sector
and families of those associated, within and outside the programmes and support and consolidate related activities/
NUST Campus, H-12, Islamabad. The core objective of C3A is projects with a view to contributing to national economy in
to provide professional counseling services, for educational, times of energy crisis. It was inaugurated on January 9, 2012.
social, emotional and psychological issues that may inhibit Collaborating partners from Canada, USA, UK, RSA and KSA
personal or professional performance and advancement. The warmly participated in the event. The Center aims at providing
Center also offers workshops, seminars and lectures to augment sustainable supply of energy at affordable rates with greater
the counseling process apart from carrying out research on a share of renewable in the energy mix to reduce environmental
variety of psychological and educational issues. footprint. The center’s vision resides in setting up pilot plants
to demonstrate the feasibility of specific programmes in
the various energy sectors. Thus, takes the lead in moving
from research and development to demonstration; a step
that is considered vital for meaningful academia-industry
collaboration. The Center offers MS and PhD in Energy Systems
Engineering, MS in Thermal Energy Engineering and Electrical
Engineering (Power) programmes.

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 Rawalpindi Campuses
About the University

Military College of Signals (MCS) NUST Institute of Peace and Conflict

Studies (NIPCONS)

Since its inception, the Military College of Signals (MCS)

has matured into a premier college of NUST and a center NIPCONS was established at the NUST Campus, Tamizuddin
of professional excellence. MCS was established in 1947 as Road, Rawalpindi in December 2009, with the primary mandate
School of Signals. In 1960, it was affiliated with Royal School of to plan / organize the system of education for Army cadets /
Signals to fulfil the requirements of Pakistan Army in the field Young Officers (YOs), compatible with the academic syllabus /
of Telecommunication Engineering. In 1977, it was affiliated standards of NUST and award UG degree (Bachelors of Military
with University of Engineering and Technology, Lahore for Art and Science [BMAS]) on completion of specified syllabus /
award of Telecommunication degree, thereby gaining its credit hours. Additionally, the Institute is envisioned to grow as
elevation as Military College of Signals. In 1991, MCS became a Center of excellence in the field of Peace and Conflict Studies
a constituent college of National University of Sciences and (CIPS). CIPS was established on 1st March 2013. Later, it was
Technology (NUST). The College also started undergraduate inaugurated by UNSG Ban Ki-moon on 13th August 2013. It is
and postgraduate programmes in Software Engineering and a unique institution – the only one of its kind established with
postgraduate programme in Telecommunication, System the purpose of conducting research and training in matters
Engineering and Information Security. In 2001, the College related to UN Peacekeeping Operations (UNPKOs). Its mandate
introduced PhD degrees in all its programmes. is, however, not restricted to the relatively narrow field of
peacekeeping. The studies at CIPS are organized within the
overarching discipline of Peace & Conflict Studies. This relatively
College of Electrical and Mechanical new branch of social sciences is devoted to identifying and
Engineering (C of E&ME) analysing the nature of conflict with a view to finding solutions
through peaceful and non-violent means. The center is offering
MS and PhD programme in Peace and Conflict Studies.

Risalpur Campuses

Military College of Engineering (MCE)

C of E&ME is situated along the Grand Trunk Road, at

Rawalpindi-Islamabad nexus. Fascinating locale and congenial
environment are indeed the hallmarks of this institution. It
enjoys the distinction of being the largest constituent college
of NUST in terms of doctoral positions in the faculty, student
enrolment, diversity of training programmes, research and
higher education, infrastructure and facilities. The College
attained ISO-9001 certification in 1999; 9001-2000 in 2003
and 9001-2008 in 2009. It has been earning distinctions and The School of Military Engineering was established after the
acknowledgement in quality assurance and PEC accreditation end of World War-II in 1946 near Kirkee (Poona) in southern
evaluation. It offers a rich assortment of degree programmes India. After the partition of the sub-continent and emergence
ranging from undergraduate to postgraduate programmes in of Pakistan, the School of Military Engineering was established
diverse disciplines, the main fields being Electrical, Mechanical, at Sialkot in April 1948. The institute was shifted from Sialkot
Software, Computer and Mechatronics Engineering as well as to Risalpur in the year 1952 and developed into an engineering
Engineering Management. institution.
Military College of Engineering is a premier college of NUST that
offers an undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering. It has a rich
legacy dating back to the post World War II era. Passing several
milestones, MCE was granted degree awarding status through
Presidential Ordinance of 1962. With the emergence of NUST,

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MCE entered the folds of the University’s constituent colleges in Karachi Campus

About the University

1995. MCE was recertified as an ISO 9001-2000 institute after
successfully meeting all quality standards in July 2008. MCE
has the honour of producing 3157 BE graduates, including 60
foreign students. Pakistan Navy Engineering College (PNEC)

College of Aeronautical Engineering (CAE)

The genesis of PN Engineering College lies in the Officers

Training Section (OTS) which was set up in 1962. In 1966, the
status of OTS was upgraded to that of a college and given the
name of Pakistan Navy Engineering College (PNEC). PNEC was
College of Aeronautical Engineering (CAE) has a legacy which affiliated with Karachi University in the same year. In 1977,
is as impressive as some of tis aforementioned counterparts. the affiliation of PNEC was transferred to NED University of
The college was established in 1965 with the help of USAF, Engineering & Technology. The college was shifted to its present
which provided three experienced and qualified officers as its location in 1982. In 1995 it became constituent college of
pioneering Principal and Head of Departments. This premier National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST). PNEC
college offers undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in Offering comprehensive undergraduate degrees in Electrical
Aerospace and Avionics Engineering. Its programmes are Engineering and Mechanical Engineering. Pakistan Naval
fortified by foreign qualified faculty. The College was initially Engineering College (PNEC), Karachi has the distinction of being
located at Pakistan Air Force (PAF) Base Korangi and was affiliated the first educational institution of the country to have obtained
with the University of Karachi. Later, on the establishment of ISO-9001 certification. Another milestone was achieved with
NED University of Engineering & Technology in March, 1977, the introduction of its first MS and PhD programmes in 1998.
affiliation of the College was transferred to NED University. The College continues to diversify its programmes, and offers
In May, 1986, CAE was shifted to Risalpur and since then it is MS and PhD programmes in Electrical (Control) Engineering,
an integral part of the PAF Academy. It became a constituent Manufacturing Engineering & Management, and Mechanical
college of National University of Sciences and Technology Engineering. The College has also introduced MS in Naval
(NUST), Islamabad in 1994. The MS programme in Aerospace Architecture programme from Fall 2018.
and Avionics Engineering commenced at CAE in 1997. In 1999
CAE achieved ISO 9000 certification for the quality management
system of its academic programmes. Outcome Based Education
(OBE) programme was started at CAE in 2014 after PEC became
a provisional signatory of the Washington Accord (WA) of
International Engineering Alliance (IEA).

Fact file
The Super Computer installed at RCMS-NUST, the fastest
GPU (Graphics Processing Unit), is graded as one of the
best computing systems operating in any organisation/
academic institution in Pakistan. This supercomputer
can perform parallel computation at a peak speed of
132 Teraflops i.e. 132 Trillion Operations per second. It is
equipped with multi core processors and graphics co-
processors with inter-processor communication speed of
40 Gbps.

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Institutions and Programmes
Military College of
Engineering (MCE), risalpur
 Military College of Engineering
Civil engineers design, construct, manage and improve our environment. They develop our infrastructure and have a profound
effect on the way we live through consideration of function, aesthetics, economics and sustainability.

The School of Military Engineering was established after the end of World War-II in 1946 near Rurkee (Poona) in southern India.
After partition of the sub-continent and emergence of Pakistan, the School of Military Engineering was established at Sialkot in
MCE

April 1948. The institute was shifted from Sialkot to Risalpur in the year 1952 and developed into an engineering institution.

Military College of Engineering (MCE) attained the status of a degree-awarding institution in 1962. In pursuit of academic excellence
and to keep pace with the state-of-the-art technologies, the College took a lead by instituting postgraduate classes in 1988 offering
specialization in the disciplines of structures and transportation engineering. In 1990, the College was affiliated with Michigan
State University, USA, for split Masters Degree. National Institute of Transportation (NIT) was established at Risalpur in 1992,
thereafter, Post Graduate (PG) programme was shifted from MCE to NIT. With the emergence of NUST, MCE became its constituent
college in 1995. In year 2000, MCE got IS0-9001-2000 certification after successfully meeting all quality standards. MCE has the
honour of producing 3,569 engineering graduates, including around 60 international students. Later, 285 students completed their
masters and over 50 have done their PhD’s from renowned universities of the country and abroad. MCE resumed postgraduate
programmes in five rare disciplines Disaster Management, Construction Engineering & Management, Structural Engineering,
Transportation Engineering and Geotechnical Engineering. The journey that started in 1948 from Sialkot, spans over 63 years of
rich history and success. The College is committed to the pursuit of knowledge and professionalism.

Location and Significance

Risalpur is linked with Islamabad and Peshawar through Grand Trunk (GT) Road and Islamabad-Peshawar Motorway M-1. It is
located just 5 kms from Rashaki Interchange on M-1 and is just an hour distance from Islamabad. Risalpur has rich educational and
diverse history. It harbours three important institutions, i.e., MCE, College of Aeronautical Engineering (CAE), and PAF Academy.

Faculty Profiles
The Military College of Engineering is committed to high quality education. It provides excellence in teaching underpinned by
research and links with business and industry. Dedicated faculty and staff make the learning experience both exciting and rewarding.
The College endeavours to provide support and facilities of the highest possible quality.

Engr Jamil Masud, Dr Intikhab Ahmed Qureshi, TI(M), Dean

Commandant PhD (Tsinghua University), China
MSc (National Defence University) China Discipline: Civil Engineering
Discipline: Social Sciences Specialisation: Transportation Engineering
Specialisation: Art & Science of Warfare

Disaster Management
Structural Engineering Department
Dr Adeel Zafar, HoD
Dr Nadeem Shahzad, HoD
PhD (UIUC) USA
PhD (NUST) Pakistan
Discipline: Civil Engineering
Discipline: Civil Engineering
Specialisation: Structural Engineering
Specialisation: Environmental Engineer-
ing
Dr Muhammad Rizwan
PhD (UET Lahore) Pakistan
Mrs Zarmina Akbar
Discipline: Civil Engineering
MS (NUST) Pakistan
Specialisation: Structural Engineering
Discipline: Disaster Management
Specialisation: Disaster Managements
Dr Muhammad Shahid Siddique
MS (Bauhaus University Weimar) Germany
Mrs Razia Sharif
Discipline: Civil Engineering
MS (NUST) Pakistan
Specialisation: Structural Engineering
Discipline: Disaster Management
Specialisation: Disaster Managements
Engr Bilal Sulaman Niazi
MS (NUST) Pakistan
Ms Somana Riaz
Discipline: Civil Engineering
MS (NUST) Pakistan
Specialisation: Structural Engineering
Discipline: Disaster Management
Specialisation: Disaster Managements
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Basic Sciences
Dr Imran Ullah
PhD (University Teknologi) Malaysia Mr Asim Khan
Discipline: Mathematics M.Phil (University of Peshawar) Pakistan
Specialisation: Mathematics Discipline: Mathemetics
Specialization: Mathemetics
Dr Faisal Yousafzai, Head of Department

MCE
PhD (University of Science and Technology of Mr Muhammad Danish Zia
China) China M.Phil (NUST) Pakistan
Discipline: Mathemetics Discipline: Mathemetics
Specialisation: Mathemetics Specialisation: Mathemetics

Water Resources
Dr Irfan Abid, HoD PhD (UET Peshawer) Pakistan
PhD (Gorgia Tech) USA Discipline: Civil Engineering
Discipline: Civil Engineering Specialization: Environmental Engineering
Specialisation: Water Resource Engg/Hyd
Dr Arshad Ali Engr Khurram Sattar Khan
MS (University of Wisconsin Madison) USA
Geotech Department Discipline: Civil Engineering
Specialisation: Water Resources Engineering
Dr Kamran Akhtar, HoD Mr Zulfiqar Ali Khan
PhD (University of Illinois at MS (The University of Punjab) Pakistan
Urbana-Champaign) USA Discipline: Geology
Discipline: Civil Engineering Specialisation: Engineering Geology
Specialisation: Geotechnical Engineering
Dr Hamid Ashraf Yousafzai
PhD (WITS) South Africa
Dr Mazhar Iqbal Arshad
Discipline: Civil Engineering
PhD (Purdue University) USA
Specialisation: Mining (Mineral Resource Management)
Discipline: Civil Engineering
Specialisation: Geotechnical Engineering
Mrs Samreen Musaddiq
MSc (NUST) Pakistan
Engr Abdul Waheed
Discipline: Geotechnical Engineering
MS (NUST) Pakistan
Specialisation: Geotechnical Engineering
Discipline: Civil Engineering
Specialisation: Geotechnical Engineering

Construction Engineering & Management, Survey and Inter Disciplinary Engineering

Dr Rai Waqas Azfar Khan Engr Naveed Haider Mirza
PhD (NUST, Islamabad) Pakistan MS (NUST) Pakistan
Discipline: Civil Engineering Discipline: Civil Engineering
Specialisation: Engineering Management Specialisation: Construction Engineering & Management

Engr Rashid Aleem Ahsan Engr Haroom Amal Khattak

MSc (UET, Taxila) Pakistan BE (NUST) Pakistan
Discipline: Civil Engineering Discipline: Civil Engineering
Specialisation: Engineering ManagementEngr Khurram Iqbal Specialisation: Civil Engineering
Engr Wisal Ahmad Dr Tariq Feroz
MSc (NUST) Pakistan PhD (WITS) South Africa
Discipline: Civil Engineering Discipline: Civil Engineering
Specialisation: Structural Engineering Specialisation: Mining

Engr Abdul Basit Engr Anwar Hussain Aftab

MSc (NEDUET) Pakistan MS (UET, Taxila) Pakistan
Discipline: Civil Engineering Discipline: Civil Engineering
Specialisation: Structural Engineering Specialisation: Geotechnical Engineering

Engr Syed Mohsin Ali

PhD (WITS) South Africa
Discipline: Civil Engineering
Specialisation: Mech Mining System

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 National Institute of Transportation (NIT)
The National Institute of Transportation (NIT) is one of the pioneer constituent institutes of NUST. The Institute was established
in 1991 at Risalpur, with the aim to develop competent scientific and technical manpower having international level skills to meet
the country’s need in the civil engineering sectors, specially transportation sector. Since its inception, this National institute has
been providing a scientific platform for research and development in the core civil engineering fields to support the Nation and
Army Corps of Engineers. NIT is aimed to impart advance higher education in core civil engineering fields (i.e. MS & PhD pro-
MCE

grams In Transportation Engineering, Structural Engineering and & Geotechnical Engineering). NIT is focused to become a center
of excellence of international repute for education, research and training in core civil engineering areas, specially the transporta-
tion engineering. NIT has always played a leading role amongst the elite, both within and outside Pakistan, to work as a think
tank, share expertise and suggest long term measures to identify and resolve the issues/ challenges being confronted, related to
its mandate. The faculty of the institute has always been involved in national and international level research and development
projects/collaboration. NIT has been located at NUST campus H-12, Islamabad from 2008 to 2018. Currently, NIT is situated at
Risalpur Cantonment.

Vision & Mission

»» Toeducate its students to serve the industry, community and country at large through innovative, socially acceptable and
environment friendly solutions, with the spirit of professionalism and responsible citizenship.
»» To develop competent scientific and technical manpower having international level skills to meet the country’s need in
country’s need in the civil engineering sectors, specially transportation sector.
»» Provide integrated teaching and research facility for postgraduate work leading to award of master’s and doctoral degree in
Transportation Engineering, Structural Engineering and & Geotechnical Engineering.
»» Provide engineering research support to the problems identified by defence and other national organizations.
»» Arrange international seminars, workshops and symposiums in areas of special national interest.
»» Collaborate with national and international organizations for research and training.

Faculty Profile (NIT) (Transportation Engineering Department)

Dr Intikhab Ali Qureshi, TI(M), Dean Dr Anwaar Ahmed
PhD (Tsinghua University), China PhD (Purdue University), USA
Discipline: Civil Engineering Discipline: Civil Engineering
Specialization: Transportation Engineering Specialization: Transportation Engineering

Dr Waseem Irshad Ul Haq Kayani, Head of Department Dr Inam Ullah

PhD (Massouri University of Science & Technology), USA PhD (Southwest Jiaotong University), China
Discipline: Civil Engineering Discipline: Civil Engineering
Specialization: Transportation Engineering Specialization: Transportation Engineering

Dr Muhammad Irfan
PhD (Purdue University), USA
Discipline: Civil Engineering
Specialization: Transportation Engineering

Dr Muhammad Bilal Khurshid

PhD (Purdue University), USA
Discipline: Civil Engineering
Specialization: Transportation Engineering

Dr Muhammad Jawed Iqbal

PhD (Mehran University of Engineering and Technology,
Karachi), Pakistan
Discipline: Civil Engineering
Specialization: Transportation Engineering

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Students Support Facilities beginners and advanced individuals alike. Professionals are
available to encourage and advise students.
Different student societies have been formed which cover varied
interests such as creativity, sports and intellectual pursuits. The Swimming Pool
main societies of the College include:
An international standard swimming pool is being maintained
»» Sports Club at the College so that students can participate in healthy
»» Media Club

MCE
and competitive swimming galas, besides using the pool as a
»» Adventure Club recreational facility. A swimming gala is organized every summer
»» Dramatic & Fine Arts Club for students. They can get membership at a nominal fee for an
»» Community Services Club entire season.
»» Cyber & Science Society
»» Debating & Literary Society
In-line with its commitment to support all student initiatives,
the College facilitates club activities. Some of the activities that
are organized on a regular basis include:
»» Movies on weekend
»» Telecasting cricket matches on large screen
»» Food stalls offering barbecue, Chinese cuisine and sunday
brunch etc

Safety and Security

By virtue of its location inside the cantonment, the College
has an elaborate security system. There is an internal security
system for each hostel; a guard is deputed for each hostel to
ensure the safety of students and their belongings throughout
the day. Mobile patrolling is carried out for augmenting security.
Student Counseling Service
Sports Center
A professional and confidential counseling service is available
The College has both indoor and outdoor sports facilities including to all students. During counseling sessions, both personal and
a Sports Complex. Apart from routine games, competitions are social issues like loneliness, family issues and worries pertaining
held in all the sports on a regular basis in order to inculcate to studies are discussed. Counseling is offered both in groups
sportsmanship amongst students. These competitions include and on an individual basis. The College has established a
inter-college and inter-university championship. special counseling cell, which is headed by an Officer. The cell
undertakes the following responsibilities:
Indoor Sports »» It helps students make decisions regarding their study plans
and provides relevant information on subjects offered in
Indoor facilities are available for table tennis, badminton,
various semesters and their pre-requisites.
billiard, squash, body weight training and functional fitness
»» It seeks to help students address and overcome their
etc. Recently, International standard squash courts have been
weaknesses in various subjects.
constructed to provide best possible facilities to the students.
»» The services of C3A Directorate are also solicited when
required.
Outdoor Sports
For outdoor sports, i.e. tennis, basket ball, volleyball courts and Parental Information/Counselling Services
hockey, football and cricket grounds are available.
MCE always endeavours to keep the parents fully abreast with
the academic and discipline growth of their children. MCE
has set procedures to communicate with the parents. On
requirement basis, results are also shared with the parents for
mentoring and effective learning.

Academic Evaluation Services

MCE has set procedures to evaluate the academic curriculum and
monitor students’ performance and provide proper mentoring
to the students. Faculty, HoDs, Dean and Commandant are fully
involved in this process.

Gymnasium Academic Learning Support

Our gymnasium provides a combination of top of the line The academic tutor and course officer, under the supervision of
functional fitness, cardio and resistance equipment. Well- the Chief Instructor or Dean, analyses and finds viable solutions
stocked free-weight area provides exercise programmes for for problems of the students. The service aims at the following:

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 Laboratories
The College is equipped with the most sophisticated laboratory
Do You Know? equipment for civil engineering. MCE testing facilities are
well known for reliability and accuracy. It possesses the most
Military College of Engineering, Risalpur, modern equipment, which is calibrated regularly through
holds the unique honour of being the oldest certified calibrating firms. Quality, precision and accuracy are
MCE

institution amongst NUST constituent Col- the hallmarks of MCE laboratories. The main laboratories are:
leges. It was established in 1948, in Sialkot, »» Concrete Materials laboratory
and was later shifted to Risaipur in 1952. »» Geotechnical Engineering Laboratory
»» Transportation Laboratory
»» Strength of Materials Laboratory
»» Public Health Technology Laboratory
»» Helping students maximize their academic potential. »» Geology Laboratory
»» Helping students in their individual and collective academic »» Hydraulics Laboratory
tasks. In this regard, workshops are arranged which focus
on a wide range of activities including; developing academic »» Electrical Technology Laboratory
writing skills, revision techniques, understanding learning »» Mechanical Technology Laboratory
styles and time management. »» Electric Project Management Lab
»» Helping students in providing extra tutoring individually »» Civil Engineering Display Hall
and / or collectively on requirement basis. »» BIM Laboratory

IT Services
IT services are available to all students and staff. A local area
network has been established at the College. A Computer
Center has also been set up to keep pace with modern trends
and research in the engineering field. Students are provided
with internet facilities at the Computer Center, the library
and the residence. The Computer Center offers the following
facilities to the students.
»» A dedicated internet hall provides internet surfing facilities.
»» 2 networking halls with 25 computers each, provide
computer training facilities to students.
»» The software engineering laboratory offers the latest
professional civil engineering software in the market.

Health Service
The College Health Service operates through a doctor hired
by NUST for all students. The Nursing Advisor can advise on
Accommodation
minor illnesses and injuries. In case of serious illness or detailed Accommodation at MCE is secure and comfortable. Through
investigation, the services of the Combined Military Hospital, the support of NUST, the College has invested in new and
Risalpur are also available. This hospital has a medical ward, a refurbished halls of residence with modern study rooms and
surgical ward, an intensive-care unit and an eye-care service. communal living spaces where students can relax and feel at
A medical officer is available round-the-clock and in case of home. The social aspect of life at the College is overwhelming as
emergency, all specialists are on call. Moreover, lectures on it offers great opportunities to meet new people and provides
health-related issues are regularly delivered to students by an intellectual student body which is varied in its interests.
qualified physicians. Students are provided with transport facilities from their
accommodation to halls of study and back.
Library Services
The College provides excellent messing facilities to its students.
All students are granted library membership for the duration of Each hostel has a well-furnished mess with the following
their programmes and they get course books free of cost. The facilities:
library comprises: »» Dining hall
»» Over 40,000 books »» TV lounge
»» An audio-visual section comprising TV’s, VCR’s, VCD’s and »» Visitors lounge
tape recorders
»» Indoor games
»» Training and technical video cassettes/CD’s
»» Scanning and printing services Note: Female students are not admitted at MCE due to non-
availability of hostel facilities.

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Achievements

»» Dr Mazhar Iqbal Arshad organized one day seminar on

“Design of Axially Loaded Piles/ Drilled Shafts” on 15 March
2018.
»» Dr Rai Waqas Azfar Khan organized one day workshop on

MCE
“Fundamentals of Supply Chain Management” on 03 May
2018.
»» Dr Naeem Shahzad organized one day workshop on
“National Disaster Response Force Framework” on 12 May
2018.
»» Dr Sarfraz Ali organized one day workshop on “Towards
Sustainable Development of CPEC: Prevention &
Remediation of Goemechanical Hazards along KKH” on 12
May 2018.
»» MCE is the Winner of Inter NUST Hockey Championship
2017-18 held from 19-21 February 2018 at CAE, Risalpur.
»» More than forty research papers have been published in
the current years by MCE faculty in various national and
international research journal and conferences.

Guest Speakers
The College makes an endeavour to keep its students abreast
with the latest knowledge and developments in the field of civil
engineering and other fields. It invites a number of renowned
engineers, scholars, and professionals who deliver lectures on
various topics, share their ideas and abreast the students with
the latest research and development. Some of the distinguished
guest speakers of 2018 include:

Guest Speaker Title of Talk

Mr Vaqas Arshad Etiquette and Manners
Dr Shaukat Ali Khan Earthquake Risk Assessment
Ms Hira Hashmi Coordination Mechanism in Disaster Management
Dr Abdul Waheed Sustainable Urban Development in Pakistan
Ms Atiya Zulfiqar Resume Writing
Dr Nasir Khan Religious Moderation
Dr Atta Ur Rehman International and Regional Organization Involved in Disaster Management
Syed Hasan Javed China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC)
Anhyan Mumtaz Innovative Insulating Materials
Dr Muhammad Usman Rashid Sustainable and Optimized Utilization of Water Resources: A Way Forward

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 Academic Programmes
Bachelors in Civil Engineering
The degree programme is designed to meet the huge unsatisfied demand for professional Civil Engineers with special emphasis on
basic civil engineering theory dovetailed with practical training. Particular attention is paid to the overgrowing fields of Structural
MCE

Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering and Water Resources Engineering. BE Civil Engineering syllabus
has been revised in line with HEC’s Uniform Frame Work of Engineering (UFEE) and accredited by PEC. The curriculum is designed to
provide undergraduates with a solid foundation on fundamental principles of basic sciences including Mathematics, Management
Sciences, Engineering Mechanics, Strength of Materials, Theory of Structures, Survey, Architecture, Computer Sciences, Fluid
Mechanics, Hydraulics, Soil Mechanics, Concrete Technology, Transportation Engineering, Public Health Engineering and then use
this knowledge to solve practical Civil Engineering problems.

Programme Code: X 601

Scheme of Studies
Semester 1 Semester-II
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits

HU-100 English 2-0 HU-101 Islamic Studies 2-0

CS-114 Fundamentals of Programming 2-1 MATH-121 Linear Algebra & ODE 3-0

HU-107 Pakistan Studies 2-0 ME-109 Engineering Drawing 0-2

MATH-101 Calculus and Analytical Geometry 3-0 HU-109 Communication Skills 2-0

PHY-102 Applied Physics 2-1 CE-121 Engineering Geology 3-0

ME-105 Workshop Practice 0-1 ME-107 Engineering Mechanics 2-1

CE-102 Civil Engineering Materials 3-0 Total 12-3

Total 14-3

Semester-III Semester-IV
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits

MATH-355 Numerical Methods 3-1 CE-252 Fluid Mechanics - II 2-1

CE-103 Mechanics of Solids-I 2-1 CE-206 Structural Analysis-I 3-0

CE-251 Fluid Mechanics-I 2-1 CE-286 Surveying-II 1-2

CE-182 Surveying-I 2-1 CE-324 Soil Mechanics - II 2-1

CE-222 Soil Mechanics -I 2-1 CE-205 Mechanics of Solids-II 2-1

CE-241 Transportation Engineering-I 3-0 CE-342 Transportation Engineering - II 2-1

Total 14-5 Total 12-6

Semester-V Semester-VI
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits

HU-212 Technical and Bussiness Writing 2-0 CE-310 Plain & Reinforced Concrete-II 3-1

CE-306 Structural Analysis-II 3-0 CE-309 Structural Analysis-III 3-0

Quantity Surveying and Cost Esti-
CE-308 Plain & Reinforced Concrete-I 3-1 CE-372 3-0
mation
CE-358 Engineering Hydrology 2-1 CE-339 Environmental Engineering - I 2-0

CE-371 Construction Project Management 2-1 MATH-361 Probability & Statistics 3-0
Computer Aided Civil Engineering
CE-388 1-2 CE-00 Elective - I 3-0
Design and Graphics
Total 13-5 Total 17-1

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 Semester-VII Semester-VIII
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits

ARCH-305 Architecture & Town Planning 2-0 MGT-271 Enterpreneurship 2-0

CE-341 Environmental Engineering-II 2-1 ECO-130 Engineering Economics 2-0

MCE
CE-411 Steel Structures 3-0 CE-463 Irrigation Engineering 2-1

CE-375 Construction Engineering 3-0 CE-288 Geoinformatics 1-1

HU-222 Professional Ethics 2-0 CE-499 Project-II 0-3

CE-499 Project-I 0-3 CE-00 Elective-III 3-0

CE-00 Elective-II 3-0 Total CHs 10-5

Total 15-4 Overall Total CHs 139

* Students will have the option to register for an elective course from the list of approved courses covering variety of disciplines i.e. structural,
geotechnical, transportation, construction and environmental engineering and water resources. Elective course will be offered depending upon
the availability of instructor.

Elective Courses
Structures
CE-412 Design of Concrete Structures 3-0
CE-413 Design of Steel Structures 3-0
CE-414 Bridge Engineering 3-0
CE-415 Special Application Structures 3-0
CE-416 Earthquake Engineering 3-0
Geotech
CE-425 Introduction to Rock Mechanics 3-0
CE-426 Slope Stability 3-0
CE-427 Soil and Site Improvement 3-0
CE-428 Design & Construction of Earthen Dams 3-0
CE-429 Introduction to Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering 3-0
CE-430 Applied Soil Mechanics 3-0
CE-431 Investigation and Instrumentation in Earthquake Engineering 3-0
Water Resources
CE-459 Hydraulic Engineering
CE-460 Computational Hydraulics 3-0
CE-461 Open Channel Flow 3-0
CE-462 River Engineering 3-0
CE-355 Public Health Engineering (Water Supply and Sanitary Engineering) 2-1
Construction Management 3-0
ENE-433 Environment Management & Impact Assessment 3-0
CE-474 Construction Project Scheduling 3-0
HRM-443 Human Resource Management in Construction 3-0
CE-476 Construction Contract Management 3-0

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 Transportation
CE-443 Pavement Design & Rehabilitation 3-0
CE-444 Traffic Engineering & Safety 3-0
CE-445 Road Construction, Materials & Practices 3-0
MCE

CE-446 Geometric Design 3-0

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Postgraduate Programmes
Presently MCE is offering MS in five Disciplines; namely Disaster Management, Construction Engineering Management, Structural
Engineering, Transportation Engineering and Geotechnical engineering. All five Postgraduate programmes cover a wide array of
courses as listed below. Students have to take 4-6 core and 2-4 elective courses depending on the programme requirement fol-
lowed. by 6 credits research thesis.

MCE
MS Disaster Management
The course is designed to prepare potential industry leaders, capable of implementing the best engineering and management
practices and technologies in construction industry.

Why join this program?

In Construction Engineering and Management, civil engineers manage and direct physical construction of a project from start to
finish. This field is also known as construction management. Construction engineers apply the knowledge of construction methods
and equipment along with principles of financing, scheduling, planning, organization, and coordination to convert paper designs
into completed usable facilities. They maintain a continuous record of personnel, time, materials, and costs and prepare periodic
reports depicting the project’s progress to completion.

Scheme of Studies Programme Code:157 URP-806 Sustainable Urban Land-Use 3

Planning
Core Courses URP-808 Social Engineering for Sustain- 3
Course Code Course Title Credits able Development
DME-801 Fundamentals of Disaster 3 CE-898 Contract Management 3
Management CE-897 Special Topics in Civil Engineer- 3
DM-801 Policies, Planning and Strategies 3 ing
for Disaster Management CE-888 Watershed Management 3
DM-802 Disaster Risk and Vulnerabilities 3 CE-883 Hydrologic System Modeling 3
Assessment
ENV-805 Climate Change 3
DM-803 Disaster Risk Reduction and 3
Preparedness ENE-805 Water Resources Management 3
DM-804 Disaster Response and Recovery 3 ENV-829 Environmental Risk Assessment 3
and Management
DM-899 MS Thesis 6
ENV-803 Occupational Safety and Envi- 3
Total 15
ronment
Elective Courses (Any Three) STAT-835 Probability and Statistics 3
DME-802 GIS and RS in Disaster Mapping 3
GIS-834 Hydrology and Water Resources 3
& Management
GIS-842 Natural Hazards and Disaster 3
DME-832 Climate Forecasting and Early 3
Management
Warning System
GIS-865 Land Information System 3
DM-811 Community Based Disaster Risk 3
Management GIS-901 Special Topics in GIS 3
DM-812 Environmental Framework on 3 HRM-616 Negotiation and Conflict Man- 3
Disasters agement
DM-821 Earthquake Disaster Assessment 3 HRM-542 Human Resource Management 3
and Mitigation FIN-709 Financial Risk Management 3
DM-831 Flood Hazard Assessment and 3 EM-826 Supply Chain Management 3
Remediation
EM-832 Risk and Crisis Management 3
DM-832 Complex Humanitarian Emer- 3
gency Management
Additional Courses
DM-833 Public and Mental Health As- 3
Course Code Course Title Credits
pects of Disaster Management,
Psychotrauma Consequent to RM-898 Research Methodology 2
Disasters SEM/WKSP 897 Seminar / Workshop 1
DM-834 Ecosystem Based Disaster Risk 3
Reduction

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 MS/PhD Structural Engineering
The course focuses on solution of problems in structural engineering by enlarging and deepening students’ knowledge so that they
have a good grasp of new design concepts and technologies. The course contents encompass advance techniques for structural
analysis, structural dynamics, reinforced concrete structures, and analysis and design of pre-stressed concrete structures.

Why join this program?

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Structural engineers combine science and art to design and build infrastructure that will resist natural and manmade forces.
Buildings, bridges, stadiums and other civil facilities define the traditional core focus of structural engineers. At the periphery of the
field, structural engineering extends more broadly to share common interests with mechanical, aerospace and naval engineering
for the design of often large, complex systems including power plants, pipelines, aerospace vehicles and ships-submarines.

MS Coursework Programme Code-156

Core Courses
Course Code Course Title Credits CE 809 Structural Dynamics 3
CE 801 Advance Structural Mechanics 3 CE 816 Advanced Structural Material 3
CE 805 Advanced Concrete Design 3 CE 899 MS Thesis 6

Elective Courses ME-812 Advance Control System 3

CE 804 Prestressed Concrete Structures 3 ME-815 Advance Modelling & Simulation 3
CE 807 Steel Structures Design 3 Advance Instrumentation and
ME-820 3
Experimental Methods
CE 808 Finite Element Method 3
STAT-835 Probability and Statistics
Earthquake Seismology and
CE 810 3
Earthquake Hazard Additional Courses
Disaster Risk Evaluation and RM-898
CE 811 3 Research Methodology 2
Retrofitting of Existing Structures
CE 814 Structural Fire Engineering 3 SEM/WKSP 897 Seminar / Workshop 1

CE 818 Coastal Engineering 3 SEM/WKSP 997 Seminar / Workshop 1

CE 819 Masonry Structures 3

Disaster Risk Assessment and
CE 822 3
Mitigation
CE 836 Construction Management 3
CE 840 Nano Secrets in Concrete 3
CE 842 Performance Based Design 3
CE 851 Vibration Control of Structures 3
CE 854 Stability of Structures 3
CE 857 Theory of Plates and Shells 3
CE 874 Non-linear Structural Analysis 3
CE 879 Design of Hydraulic Structures 3
CE 882 Deep Foundation 3
CE 897 Special Topics in Civil Engineering 3
GIS & Remote Sensing Application
GIS 802 3
for Civil Engineering

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MS Construction Engineering & Management
The course is designed to prepare potential industry leaders, capable of implementing the best engineering and management
practices and technologies in construction industry.
Why join this program?
In Construction Engineering and Management, civil engineers manage and direct physical construction of a project from start to

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finish. This field is also known as construction management. Construction engineers apply the knowledge of construction methods
and equipment along with principles of financing, scheduling, planning, organisation, and coordination to convert paper designs
into completed usable facilities. They maintain a continuous record of personnel, time, materials, and costs and prepare periodic
reports depicting the project’s progress to completion.
MS Coursework Programme Code-155
Core Courses
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
Safety Management in
CEM-801 Construction Project Administration 3 CEM-805 3
Construction
Construction Planning, Scheduling and
CEM-802 3 STAT-835 Probability and Statistic 3
Control
Economic Decision Analysis in
CEM-882 3 CE-899 MS Thesis 6
Construction
Construction Cost Estimating and
CEM-804 3
Control
Elective Courses (Any three)
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
CEM-806 Construction Equipment Management 3 WRE-882 Environmental Impact Assessment 3
CEM-807 Risk Management in Construction 3 CE-829 Geotechnical Site Investigation 3
CE-852 Concrete Materials and Technology 3 CE-803 Pavement Materials Engineering 3
Water Supply and Wastewater Water Recourses, Economics,
WRE-877 3 CE-846 3
Engineering Planning and Management
CE-897 Special Topics in Civil Engineering 3

MS/PhD Transportation Engineering

MS Coursework Programme Code-158
Core Courses
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
Pavement Rehabilitation and
CE-860 Pavement Design and Analysis 3 CE-861 3
Management
Urban Transportation System
CE-862 Pavement Materials Engineering 3 CE-867 3
Evaluation
CE-863 Transportation Planning 3 CE-836 Construction Management 3
Geometric Design of Highways/
CE-864 3 Economics & Logistics
Freeways
CE-865 Traffic Engineering 3 CE-870 Transportation Economics 3
Logistics and Supply Chain
CE-899 MS Thesis 6 CE-873 3
Management
Elective Courses (any three) Miscellaneous Courses
Planning & Management STAT-835 Probability and Statistics 3
GIS & Remote Sensing Application
CE-868 Public Mass Transportation 3 GIS-802 3
for Civil Engineering
Advanced Traffic Control &
CE-869 3 CE-845 Airport Engineering 3
Management System

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 MS Geotechnical Engineering

Core Courses
Course Code Course Title Credits
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CE-821 Soil and Site Improvement 3

CE-828 Advanced Geotechnical Design 3
CE-829 Geotechnical Site Investigation 3
CE-837 Design & Construction of Earthen Dams 3
CE-899 MS Thesis 6

Elective Courses (Any Four)

Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
CE-803 Concrete Materials & Technology 3 CE-889 Irrigation & Drainage Engineering 3
CE-804 Pre-stressed Concrete Structures 3 CE-890 Ground Water Modeling 3
CE-806 Reinforced Concrete Members 3 CE-897 Special Topics in Civil Engineering 3
CE-808 Finite Element Method 3 CE-898 Contract Management 3
CE-818 Coastal Engineering 3 STAT-835 Probability & Statistics 3
CE-830 Rock Mechanics-II 3 Construction Planning, Scheduling
CEM-802 3
and Control
CE-824 Mechanical Properties of Soil 3
Construction Equipment
CE-835 Water Supply and Wastewater Engg 3 CEM-806 3
Management
CE-823 Slope Stability 3 CEM-807 Risk Management in Construction 3
CE-831 Advanced Soil Mechanics 3 URP-904 Urban Mass Transit 3
CE-836 Construction Management 3 GIS & RS and Its Application for Civil
GIS-802 3
Engg
CE-841 Earth Structures 3
GIS-807 Theory of GIS 3
CE-844 Hydropower Engineering 3
GIS-815 Engineering Aspects of RS 3
CE-860 Pavement Design and Analysis 3
Soil Geomorphology and
Pavement Rehabilitation & GIS-833 3
CE-861 3 Classification
Management
Natural Hazards and Disaster
CE-862 Pavement Materials Engineering 3 GIS-842 3
Management
CE-872 Applied Hydrology 3 Solid & Hazardous Waste
ENE-822 3
CE-873 River Engineering 3 Management
ENE-921 Contaminated Site Remediation 3
CE-875 Computational Hydraulics 3
ENV-848 Environmental Geology 3
CE-876 Sediment Transport 3
Research Methodology (additional
CE-881 Soil Dynamics 3 RM-898 2
Course)
CE-884 Rock Mechanics-I 3
CE-880 Groundwater Hydrology 3
CE-885 Groundwater Exploration 3
Water Resources Economics,
CE-886 3
Planning & Management
CE-888 Watershed Management 3

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PhD in Geotechnical Engineering
MCE is also offering PhD in Geotechnical engineering. PhD programme curriculum is as per NUST rules in vouge (PG Hand Book ,
Chapter 5, Section 55 and 59) which are 18 CHs of Course work and 30 CHs of Thesis, making a total of 48 CHs. To complete the
coursework, a student should take 4 courses, from the prescribed PhD coursework (listed below). On the recommendation of
GEC, he / she may take 2 relevant courses offered by other institutions of NUST.

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Core Courses
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
CE-821 Soil and Site Improvement 3 CE-884 Rock Mechanics-I 3
CE-828 Advanced Geotechnical Design 3 CE-880 Groundwater Hydrology 3
CE-829 Geotechnical Site Investigation 3 CE-885 Groundwater Exploration 3
Design & Construction of Earthen Water Resources Economics,
CE-837 3 CE-886 3
Dams Planning & Management
CE-803 Concrete Materials & Technology 3 CE-888 Watershed Management 3
CE-804 Pre-stressed Concrete Structures 3 CE-889 Irrigation & Drainage Engineering 3
CE-806 Reinforced Concrete Members 3 CE-890 Ground Water Modeling 3
CE-808 Finite Element Method 3 CE-897 Special Topics in Civil Engineering 3
CE-818 Coastal Engineering 3 CE-898 Contract Management 3
CE-830 Rock Mechanics-II 3 STAT-835 Probability & Statistics 3
CE-824 Mechanical Properties of Soil 3 Construction Planning, Scheduling
CEM-802 3
and Control
CE-835 Water Supply and Wastewater Engg 3
Construction Equipment
CE-823 Slope Stability 3 CEM-806 3
Management
CE-831 Advanced Soil Mechanics 3 CEM-807 Risk Management in Construction 3
CE-836 Construction Management 3 URP-904 Urban Mass Transit 3
CE-841 Earth Structures 3 GIS & RS and Its Application for Civil
GIS-802 3
Engg
CE-844 Hydropower Engineering 3
GIS-807 Theory of GIS 3
CE-860 Pavement Design and Analysis 3
GIS-815 Engineering Aspects of RS 3
Pavement Rehabilitation &
CE-861 3
Management Soil Geomorphology and
GIS-833 3
Classification
CE-862 Pavement Materials Engineering 3
Natural Hazards and Disaster
CE-872 Applied Hydrology 3 GIS-842 3
Management
CE-873 River Engineering 3 CE-999 PhD Thesis 30
CE-875 Computational Hydraulics 3
CE-876 Sediment Transport 3
CE-881 Soil Dynamics 3

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 MCE Research Strategy
Research is the focal point of university education all over the world. Universities significantly contribute towards creation of new
knowledge and discovery of new frontiers of creativity and innovation. In order to develop MCE into a true Centre​of excellence,
it is imperative that apart from maintaining high standards in teaching, research is rigorously pursued and suitably rewarded. The
research output of an institute must be in line with national needs and contribute towards socio-economic growth of the coun-
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try. At MCE, a strategy is developed for the short- and long-term research goals/ objectives that asserts an adaptable framework
through which it can sustain and add value to the academic excellence, thereby discharging the responsibilities to the Army in
particular and nation in general. A research strategy defines a series of mechanisms through which researchers can, individually
and collectively, fulfil their potential. There exist an effective and flexible mechanism at departmental, faculty and institutional
level to anticipate and respond to the rapidly and continually changing external environment. For the individual researcher – and
to those contemplating becoming a researcher at MCE – this strategy seeks to define a nurturing environment in which: your
research leadership is encouraged, cherished and sustained; your expertise can be creatively linked with and enhanced by that of
other disciplines; impediments to you reaching across traditional boundaries are minimized; and the consequences of your work
are amplified. We encourage all researchers – and professional staff to make the most of its potential as a force for public good.

HUMAN RESOURCE
IMPACT DEVELOPMENT

QUALITY OF
RESEARCH

INITIATIVES
• Proactive Industry–Academia Linkage
ACHIEVEMENTS
Initiatives/ • International Collaborations/ MoUs
• Developing state-of-the-art
• Capacity building for design and
consultancy

Achievement laboratories to undertake cutting-

edge research
• Scholarships/ Funding
Opportunities
• Acquiring advanced numerical codes • Expanding Postgraduate Programs
and simulation software

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Military College of Signals
(mCS)

MCS

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 Military College of Signals
Military College of Signals (MCS) i s a premier institution of the Pakistan Army and has established itself as a centre of professional
excellence. MCS was established in 1947 as School of Signals. In order to fulfill Pakistan Army’s requirement for telecom engineers,
the College was affiliated with Royal School of Signals in 1960. In 1977, it got affiliated with University of Engineering and Technology,
Lahore, for award of telecommunication degree and thus upgraded as Military College of Signals. After becoming the pioneer
MCS

constituent college of NUST in 1991, the College started undergraduate, MS and PhD programmes in Software Engineering and
Master programme in Telecommunication an d Information Security under NUST. Postgraduate programme in system engineering
was started in 2014. College started its PhD programme in year 2001 and to date 24 PhDs have graduated and 48 are pursuing
their PhD degree. The College has a unique honor of being the pioneer i n the country for offering these disciplines. At present, the
College is producing over 300 graduates every year.

Faculty Profile
Engr Omer Qureshi, Commandant
MSc (National Defense University) Pakistan
Discipline: War Study and Defence Management

Dr Asif Masood, Dean Engr Muhammad Imran, Staff Officer (Acad)

PhD (UET Lahore)Pakistan MS NUST Pakistan
Discipline: Computer Science Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialisation: Computer Graphics, Image Processing Specialization: Electrical Engineering

Dr Imran Rashid, Chief Instructor Engr Syed Shoukat Hussain Shah, Staff Officer (Coord)
PhD (University of Manchester) UK MS NUST Pakistan
Discipline: Telecomm Engineering Discipline: Information Security
Specialization: Wireless MIMO Systems Specialization: Information Security

Department of Electrical Engineering

Dr Adil Masood Siddiqui (Head of Department) Dr Farooq Ahmad Bhatti
PhD (UET Lahore) Pakistan PhD (Shanghai University) China
Discipline: Electrical (Telecom) Engineering Discipline: RF Electronics
Specialization: Digital Signal, Image and Video Processing Specialisation: Microwave Circuit Design

Dr Hasnat Khurshid Dr Farooq Ahmad Bhatti

PhD (NUST) Pakistan PhD (Shanghai University) China
Discipline: Electrical Engineering Discipline: RF Electronics
Specialization: Telecommunication Specialization: Microwave and Millimeter Waves Circuit Design

Dr Muhammad Zeeshan Zahid Dr Attiq Ahmad

PhD (Hanyang University) South Korea PhD (NUST) Pakistan
Discipline: Electronics Engineering Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Antenna Design for Mobile Devices Specialization: Image / Signal processing
Dr Mir Yasir Umair
PhD (Beijing University, Beijing) China Dr Imran Touqeer
Discipline: Electrical Engineering PhD (UET Lahore) Pakistan
Specialization: Wireless Communication Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Digital Image Processing
Dr Abdul Wakeel
PhD (Jacobs University Bremen) Germany Engr Ajlaan Bin Mamoon
Discipline: Electrical Engineering MS (NUST) Pakistan
Specialization: Wireless Communication Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Telecommunication Engineering

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Engr Syed Javed Hussain Engr Zohaib Naqvi
MS (Michigan State University) USA BE (UET Peshawar) Pakistan
Discipline: Electrical Engineering Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Electronic / VLSI Design, Telecom Systems Specialization: Electrical Engineering

Engr Abu Baker Engr Nasir Baig

MCS
BE (NUST) Pakistan MS (NUST) Pakistan
Discipline: Electrical Engineering Discipline: Computer Sciences Engineering
Specialization: Telecomm Engineering Specialization: Computer Engineering

Engr Muhammad Hammad Engr Muhammad Haroon Siddiqui 

BE (UET Peshawar) Pakistan MS (NUST) Pakistan
Discipline: Computer Systems Engineering Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Computer Systems Specialization: Telecommunication Engineering

Dr Alina Mirza Engr Muhammad Imran Javaid

PhD (NUST) Pakistan MS (NUST) Pakistan
Discipline: Electrical Engineering Discipline: Information Security
Specialization: DSP and Communication Systems Specialization: Information Security

-Engr Raja Iqbal (Manager I&P) Engr Ubaid ur Rehman

MS (Wayne State University) USA MS (NUST) Pakistan
Discipline: Computer Engineering, Telecomm Engineering Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Computer & Telecomm Engineering Specialization: Telecommunication Engineering

Engr Aimen Aakif Dr Shibli Nisar

MS (NUST) Pakistan PhD (FAST) Pakistan
Discipline: Software Engineering Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Software Engineering Specialization: Signal and Speech Processing

Engr Danish Ilyas Dr Ayesha Habib

MS (NUST) Pakistan PhD (UET), Pakistan
Discipline: Electrical Engineering Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Telecomm Engineering Specialization: Telecomm

Engr Amal Haider

MS (University of Salford) UK
Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Data Telecommunication Networks

Engr Maryam Rasool

MS (COMSATS) Pakistan
Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Telecomm Engineering

Mrs Atiya Obaid

MSc (QAU) Pakistan
Discipline: Computer Science
Specialization: Computer Science (Database)

Engr Sara Jamil

BE (NUST) Pakistan
Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Telecomm Engineering

Engr Amara Umar

MS (COMSATS) Pakistan
Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Telecomm & Networking

Engr Amir Ali

MS (Bahria University) Pakistan
Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Telecommunication
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 Department of Computer Software Engineering
Dr Adnan Ahmed Khan (Head of Department) Engr Mohammad Saleem
PhD ( UET Taxila), Pakistan MS (NUST) Pakistan
Discipline: Computer Engineering Discipline: Software Engineering
Specialisation: Wireless Communications Specialisation: Computer Networking
MCS

Dr Hammad Afzal Engr Ather Mohsin Zaidi

PhD (University of Manchester) UK MS (NUST) Pakistan
Discipline: Software Engineering Discipline: Computer Science
Specialisation: Computational Linguistics Specialisation: Software Engineering

Dr Tauseef Ahmed Rana Dr Zaki Murtaza

PhD (University of Manchester) UK PhD (USC) USA
Discipline: Software Engineering Discipline: Computer Science
Specialisation: Component­Based Development Specialisation: Parallel Computing

Mr Bilal Rauf Engr Ayesha Naseer

MS (Umea University) Sweden MS (UET Lahore) Pakistan
Discipline: Computer Science Discipline: Computer Science
Specialisation: Wireless Networking Specialisation: Database

Engr Usman Mehmood Malik Engr Marium Hida

MS ,MCS (NUST) MS (NUST), Pakistan
Discipline: System Engineering Discipline: Software Engineering
Specialization: System Engineering
Engr Maemoona Farooq Kiyani
Dr Ahmed Muqeem Sheri (on Post doc) MS (NUST), Pakistan
PhD (Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology) South Discipline: Software Engineering
Korea
Discipline: Computer Science Engr Amna Mehfooz
Specialisation: Neural Networks BS (NUST) Pakistan
Discipline: Software Engineering
Engr Mobeena Shahzad
MS (NUST) Pakistan Engr Kabeer Ahmed
Discipline: Information Technology MS (Iqra Uni Islamabad) Pakistan
Specialisation: Object­Oriented Technologies Discipline: Computer Science
Specialisation: Telecommunication & Networks
Mr Bashir Bilal Siddiqui
MS (Preston University) Pakistan Engr Muhammad Asif
Discipline: Software Engineering MIT (NUML) Pakistan
Specialisation: Object Oriented Programming Discipline: Information Technology
Specialisation: Java Programming
Dr Naveed Iqbal
PhD (Tsinghua University) China Dr Zaki Murtaza
Discipline: Computer Engineering Post Doc NTNU Trondhelm, Norway
Specialisation: Computer Vision Discipline: Computer Science
Specialization: Parallel Computing, Artificial Intelligence
Dr Naima Iltaf
PhD (NUST) Pakistan Dr Saddaf Rubab
Discipline: Software Engineering PhD Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS Malaysia
Specialisation: Distributed/ Pervasive Computing Discipline: Computer Science
Specialization: Distributed Computing, Data Science
Dr Ayesha Maqbool
PhD (University of Sheffield), UK Dr Abdul Waheed Khan
Discipline: Computer Science PhD Universiti Teknologi Malaysia
Specialization: Control and System Engineering Discipline: Computer Science
Specialization: Routing in Wireless Sensor Networks
Dr Yawar Abbas
PhD (University of Science & Technology) China Engr Muhammad Imran
Discipline: Computer Science BE Electrical Engineering (NUST), Pak
Specialisation: Software Defined Networks Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Electrical Engineering

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Engr Moonis Ali Engr Muhammad Asif
BE Electrical Engineering (NUST), Pak MS (Computer Science), Preston University, Islamabad
Discipline: Electrical Engineering Discipline: Computer Science
Specializstion: Electrical Engineering Specialization: Programming, Networks

Engr Usman Shafiq

BE (NUST), Pak

MCS
Discipline: Software Engineering
Specialization: Software Engineering

Department of Information Security Dr Shahzaib Tahir

Dr Syed Amer Ahsan Gilani (Head of Department) PhD (University of London) UK
PhD (University of Surrey) UK Discipline: Information Engineering
Discipline: Satellite Systems Specialization: Cyber Security
Specialization: Nonlinear Dynamical System
Dr Fawad Khan
Dr Rabia Latif PhD ( Xi’an, Shaanxi) China
PhD (NUST) Pakistan Discipline: Information Security
Discipline: Information Security Specialization: Cryptography and Information
Specialisation: InformationSecurity
Dr Muhammad Faisal Amjad
Engr Muhammad Sohaib Khan PhD (University of Central Florida) USA
MS (NUST) Pakistan Discipline: Computer Science
Discipline: Information Security Specialization: Cognitive Radio Networks,
Specialisation: Information Security Information Security

Dr Haider Abbas
PhD (KTH) Sweden
Discipline: IT Security, Cloud Security
Specialisation: Information Security

Narmeen Shafqat
MS (NUST) Pakistan
Discipline: Information Security
Specialisation: Information Security
Ahmed Raza Cheema
MSc (University of Bradford) UK
Discipline: Information Security
Specialisation: Internet, Computer and System Security
Shahzaib Tahir
MS (NUST) Pakistan
Discipline: Information Security
Specialisation: Cryptography/Information Security

Waleed Bin Shahid

MS (NUST) Pakistan
Discipline: Information Security
Specialisation: Malware Analysis, Smartphone Security

Mian Muhammad Waseem Iqbal

MS (NUST) Pakistan
Discipline: Information Security
Specialisation: Computer/Network Security, Digital Forensic

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 Department of Humanities and Basic Sciences
Dr Muhammad Ashiq, HoD
Short Courses/Seminars/Workshops
Ph D (Quaid‐i‐Azam University) Pakistan
Discipline: Mathematics
Dr Saeed Murtaza
Specialisation: Group Generalization
PhD (Birmingham University) UK
MCS

Discipline: Physics
Dr Abdul Hameed Hamrahi (HoD Research)
Specialisation: Mathematical Modeling and Simulation
PhD (National Uni of Lahore), Pakistan
Discipline: Mathematics
Dr Safia Akram
Specialisation: Algebra Number Theory­
Ph D (Quaid‐i‐Azam University) Pakistan
Discipline: Mathematics
Dr Farkhanda Afzal
Specialisation: Fluid Mechanics
PhD (Beihang University) China
Discipline: Mathematics
Uzma Ehsan
Discipline: Applied Mathematics
MA (NUML) Pakistan
Discipline: English
Ms Alia Razia Malik
Specialisation: English Linguistics and Literature
MSc (Quaid‐i‐Azam University) Pakistan
M Phil (Fatima Jinnah Women University) Pakistan
Mr Muhammad Zafar
Discipline: English
M Phil (UET), Lahore
Specialisation: Linguistics
Discipline: Mathematics

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Students Support Facilities • Digital Design Laboratory

• Information Security Laboratory
The College has excellent lab facilities to facilitate students in
• Computer Laboratories (2)
their academic pursuits. Some the labs include:
• Applied Physics Laboratory
• Communication Equipment Design and
• Evaluation Laboratory
Labs • Computer Security Incident Response Laboratory
• Lego Kit Laboratory • Control System Laboratory
• Image Processing Centre Laboratory • Microwave Communication Laboratory
• Satellite Communication Research Laboratory • Communication Skills Laboratory
• Next Generation Network Laboratory
• Communication System Laboratory
Library
• Communication Research Laboratory
MCS library is fully computerized, provides excellent services
• RF & Microwave Laboratory
and facilities to fulfill the information needs of faculty members
• Electronic Laboratories (2)
as well as students. It has a collection of over 35,000 volumes.
• Electrical Machine Laboratory
It also provides a wide range of services that include issuance of
• Fiber Optics Research Laboratory
books on loan, online information searching, reference services,
• Final Year Project Laboratories
inter­library loan, document delivery, photocopying, access to
• Modeling and Simulation Laboratory
virtual collections and digital resources like CD­ROMs and up­
• DSP & FPGA Laboratory
to­date collection of online IEEE research papers. The library is
• Wireless and SDR Research Laboratory
efficiently maintained by qualified and experienced staff
• Virtual Reality Laboratory
• Broadband NW and Research Laboratory
• Computer Networks Laboratory Internet
• Operating System Laboratory
• Database Systems Laboratory MCS fully realizes the importance of providing round­the­clock

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 Guest Speakers Symposia Titles
Dr Amir Qayyum Software Define Networks (SDN)
Maj Gen Muhammad Salim Lec on “Stress Management”
CPEC Infrastructure, Security, Current Development and
GOC 34 LID (SSD)
Future Prospect
Dr Hafiz Tahir Islam Askari, AIOU, Islamabad Seerat Un Nabi and Our Cultural Behavioral Patterns

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Prof Dr Talib Hussain Sial, International Islamic University,
Iqbal’s Concept of Khudi (Ego)
Islamabad
Dr Abdul Karim Usman, IIU, Islamabad Personality Grooming and Social Responsibilities
Prof Dr Riaz, QAU, Islamabad Quaid-i-Azam and Pakistan Narrative

 
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 internet access to students and faculty members in order to Counseling
facilitate them in their academic and research pursuits. An
optical fiber network has been laid to provide fast and reliable Student counseling services are geared to provide students with
internet bandwidth. Wi­Fi Internet connectivity of 44 Mbps is an avenue to discuss their personal and academic concerns
available to all students and faculty at the offices, hostels and with competent counselors, without vacillation. Counseling
residences. is provided by qualified faculty members of the College. A
competent faculty member is appointed as Course Advisor to
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every new batch. Every Course Advisor is given weekly student­

Transportation teacher interaction classes to interact with the students. Every
Fact file student is free to schedule meetings with the Course Advisor as
MCS has an excellent bus service. Students receive a low­cost and when required.
MCS,
bus passa that
premier college
grants themof fulltelecommunication engineering,
access to College routes. Students
has been functioning since Pakistan’s independence
can get a parking pass that allows them to park their cars in the Hostels
in 1947.
Campus The College
parking lots. is built around a rich heritage of
nineteenth century buildings. Lt Col CWM Young, a Hostel accommodation is available for both male and female
British Army Officer of the Royal Corps of Signals, was students. Accommodation is allotted on a first-come, first-
Cafeteria
the first Commandant of MCS, then known as the School served basis. Dining facility is available and the boarders enjoy
of Signals. MCS has the honor of imparting education in the tranquillity and fine meals of the mess. Three blocks (1 for
Telecommunication
The cafeteria providessince 1947. The
a modern College
dining instituted
and café facility to all girls and 2 boys) are operational. Furnished rooms are available
a postgraduate
students. programme
It is equipped with A(MS leading
Cs, LCD to PhD
TVs and Wi Fiinconnectivity for students. Each hostel block offers a friendly and secure
forInformation
internet users.Security) and PhDoffers
The cafeteria programme
a varietyin of
1997 and food
hygienic environment to its residents, and is equipped with a wide range
2001,onrespectively.
items The later
nominal prices. programme
A mosque is one-of-its-kind
and printing kiosk are also of facilities including laundry, Kitchen, TV lounges, and easy
in Pakistan.
located in the vicinity for convenience of the students. access to dining facilities. Dedicated hostel staff is accessible to
student for help at all time, and emergency services including
transport facilities are available. Maximum outstation students
are facilitated with hostel accommodation. However, the
University cannot assure accommodation to all applicants.
Fresh student are given priority whereas juniors and seniors are
offered on-campus accommodation depending on availability.

Contact Us
Website www.mcs.nust.edu.pk
Telephone and Email Contact no Email
Chief Instructor, Engineering Wing +92-51-9272102 [email protected]
Dean, MCS +92-51-5564048 [email protected]
Head of Department of Computer Software Engineering +92-51-9270284 [email protected]
Head of Department Electrical Engineering +92-51-9272948 [email protected]
Head of Department of Information Security +92-51-9240952 [email protected]
Cadet Wing +92-51-5582120 [email protected]
Staff Officer (NUST Affairs) +92-51-9272097 [email protected]
MCS Hostel (Jinnah Company) +92-322-4536492 [email protected]
Postal Address Military College of Signals, Humayun Road, Rawalpindi Cantt,
46000

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Bachelors in Electrical Engineering
Programme Description
This programme seeks to impart a strong foundation in telecommunication engineering in line with the growing importance of
digital and wireless networks. It covers vast areas such as satellite communications, signal and image processing, optical fiber,
mobile communications, data networks, software systems, micro‐electronic devices and systems, data coding, compression,

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encryption and transmission, and real‐time embedded systems.

Associated Careers
Telecommunications is a rapidly developing and dynamic field of engineering. The demand for graduates in telecommunications
is growing as technology is advancing and broadening its scope of applications. Our close links with employers and professional
bodies ensure that our students are equipped with skills that are in demand. Therefore, MCS continues to be the College of choice
for employers seeking high‐caliber graduates. All of our graduates get employed, start their own ventures or opt for higher studies/
professional trainings on completing their degrees. Our graduates normally find employment with major service providers and
large private industrial groups. In addition, there are a number of highly specialized and technologically advanced opportunities
available with smaller service and technology providers.

Scheme of Studies Programme Code: X 603

Semester-I Semester-II
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
HU-100 English 2-0 HU-107 Pakistan Studies 2-0
CS-114 Fundamentals of Programming 2-1 MATH-121 Linear Algebra and ODEs 3-0
HU-101 Islamic Studies 2-0 ME-109 Engineering Drawing 0-2
MATH-101 Calculus and Analytical Geometry 3-0 HU-109 Communication Skills 2-0
ME-105 Workshop Practice 0-1 *ME-100 Engineering Mechanics 3-0
PHY-102 Applied Physics 2-1 *EE-211 Electrical Network Analysis 3-1
*EE-111 Linear Circuit Analysis 3-1 Total 13-3
Total 14-4

Semester-III Semester-IV
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
*CS– 212 Object Oriented Programming 3-1 EE-215 Electronic Devices and Circuits 3-1
(OOP)
ME-102 Thermodynamics 2-0 EE-241 Electromagnetic Field Theory 3-0
EE–221 Digital Logic Design 3-1 EE-222 Microprocessor Systems 3-1
HU–212 Technical & Business Writing 2-0 MATH-232 Complex Variable and Transforms 3-0
MATH–243 Vector Calculus 3-0 ECO-130 Engineering Economics 2-0
Total 13-2 Total CHs 14-2

Semester-V Semester-VI
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
EE-383 Instrumentation and 3-1 EE-351 Communication Systems 3-1
Measurements
EE-260 Electrical Machines 3-1 EE-371 Linear Control Systems 3-1
EE-313 Electronic Circuit Design 3-1 EE-330 Digital Signal Processing 3-1
EE-232 Signals and Systems 3-1 MATH-351 Numerical Methods 3-0
MATH-361 Probability & Statistics 3-0 EC/EE- XXX Elective-I 3-X
Total 15-4 Total 15-(3+X)

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 Semester-VII Semester-VIII
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
OTM-455 Engineering Project Management 2-0 HU-222 Professional Ethics 2-0
EE-498 Senior Design Project-I 0-2 MGT-271 Entrepreneurship 2-0
EC/EE-XXX Elective-II (Tfr from sem VI) 3-X XX-XXX University Elective 3-X
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EC/EE-XXX Elective-III 3-X EC/EE-XXX Elective-V 3-X

EC/EE-XXX Elective-IV 3-X EE-499 Senior Design Project-II 0-4
Total 11-(2+X) Total 10-(4+X)
Overall Total 105+24+X
(129+X)
Inter Disciplinary (ID) Electives
Course Code Course Title Credits
CS-220 Database Systems 3-1
CS-250 Data Structures & Algorithms 3-1
CS-330 Operating Systems 3-1
CS-370 Artificial Intelligence 3-1
CS-381 Network Security 3-1
EC-320 Computer Organization and Architecture 3-1
EE-417 VLSI Design 3-1
EE-423 Embedded System Design 3-1
MSE-312 Fundamentals of Glass Science and Technology 3-1

Major Based Core (MBC) Depth Electives

Course Course Title Credits EE-450 Telecom Policies and Protocols 3-0
Code EE-451 Mobile Communication Systems 3-0
EC-412 Digital Image Processing 3-0 EE-452 Satellite Communication Systems 3-0
EC-418 Digital System Design 2-1 EE-453 Telecom Traffic Engineering 3-0
EE-358 Mobile Communication Systems 2-1 EE-454 Spread Spectrum Communications 3-0
EE-359 Satellite Communication Systems 2-1 EE-455 Optical Fibre Communication 3-0
EE-386 Communication Planning 3-0 EE-456 Line and Optical Communication Systems 2-1
EE-387 Telecommunication Management 3-0 EE-457 Narrowband Communication Systems 2-1
EE-388 Multimedia Communication 3-0 EE-459 Next Generation Networks 2-1
EE-435 Data Encryption and Network Security 2-1 EE-460 Multi-Channel Communication Systems 2-1
EE-443 Electromagnetic Compatibility 3-0 EE-492 Radar Systems 3-0
  EE-445 Microwave Devices 3-0 EE-494 Radar and Television Engineering 3-0

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MS & PhD Electrical Engineering
Programme Description
The postgraduate programme in Telecommunication is offered at different levels, i.e. MS and PhD. All these programmes allow
the students to explore their subjects of interest in detail under the guidance of qualified faculty. This postgraduate programme

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is suited for professionals who are looking to advance their level of expertise for further career development. The programme
specially designed and scheduled to make it convenient for working engineers to enhance their qualification and expertise.

Research
The programme has been designed to cater for the following key areas of research:
»» Satellite Communications
»» Signal and Image Processing
»» Optical Fibres and Mobile Communications
»» Data Networks
»» Data Coding, Compression, Encryption and Transmission
»» Software Define Radio

Associated Careers
Our close links with employers and professional bodies ensure that our students are equipped with skills that are in demand,
therefore the college continues to be the choice for employers seeking high calibre graduates. A hundred percent of our College
graduates go into employment or higher studies/professional trainings, immediately after the completion of their degrees. Our
graduates normally find employment with major service providers and large private industrial groups or a host of smaller service
and technology providers.
MS Coursework Programme Code: 250
Core Courses EE-804 Photonic Devices 3
Course Code Course Title Credits EE-805 Semiconductor Processing 3
EE-801 Semiconductor Device Physics 3 EE-806 Thin Film Processing 3

EE-802 Quantum Mechanics 3 EE-807 Thin Film Characterization 3

EE-808 Digital Integrated Circuit Design 3
EE-803 Physical Electronics 3
EE-809 Analog Integrated Circuit Design 3
EE-826 Advanced VLSI Design 3
EE-900 Optoelectronic Devices & Materials 3
Microwave Networks & Passive
EE-847 3 EE-901 Power Electronics & Electric Drives 3
Components
EE-849 Electromagnetic Field Analysis 3 EE-902 Nano-Electronics 3
Advanced Digital Communication Advanced Semiconductor Device
EE-851 3 EE-903 3
Systems Theory
EE-852 Information & Coding Theory 3 EE-904 Microchip Fabrication Technology 3
EE-863 Power System Analysis 3 EE-905 Advanced Power Electronics 3
EE-871 Linear Control Systems 3 EE-906 Solid State Electronics 3
EE-891 Stochastic Systems 3 EE-907 Micro & Nano Fabrication 3
Power System Operation & Control Ultra High Speed Nanoelectronic
EE-908 3
EE -862 OR Devices
3 EE-909 Selected Topics in Electronics 3
EEE-800 Power System Operation, Control
and Optimization EE-898 Nanotechnology 3
EE-823
Advanced Digital System Design 3 EE-818 Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems 3
CE-825 Data Acquisition & Mixed Signal
EE-831 EE-893 3
Advanced Digital Signal Processing 3 Design
CE-866 NSE-821 Nano Fabrication by Self Assembly 3
Clean Energy Generation, Integration Nano Lithography and Device
EEE-801 3 NSE-845 3
and Storage Fabrication
Advanced Power System Stability  Electro - Medical Stream
EEE-802 3
and Transient Studies
MATH-816 Applied Linear Algebra 3
EE-877 Mobile Robotics 3
EE-811 Biomedical Imaging 3
SE-807 Machine Learning 3
EE-812 Medical Image Processing & Analysis 3
 Solid State Electronics and Circuits
EE-813 Computational Pathology 3
MATH-816 Applied Linear Algebra 3
EE-814 Cardiac Signal Processing 3

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 EE-815 Computational Molecular Biology 3 RF & Microwave
EE-816 Telemedicine Systems 3 MATH-816 Applied Linear Algebra 3
EE-817 Tissue & Cell Engineering 3 EE-840 RF MEMS: Theory and Applications 3
Biomedical Electro Mechanical EE-841 Electromagnetic Theory 3
EE-819 3
Systems
Microwave Communication System
EE-910 Biomaterials & Drug Delivery 3 EE-842 3
Design
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Selected Topics in Biomedical

EE-919 3 Microwave Transmission Lines &
Engineering EE-843 3
Computational Modeling of Waveguides
CSE-888 3 EE-844 Antennas & Wave Propagation 3
Physiological Systems
MM-895 Bio-Informatics 3 EE-845 EMC/EMI 3
BMES-811 Signals & Images in Medicine 3 EE-846 Microwave Photonics 3
BMES-812 Medical Devices Design & Standards 3 EE-848 Radiating Systems & Antennas 3
BMES-813 Biomedical Instrumentation 3 EE-940 Advanced RF Measurements 3
BMES-815 Biosensors and Instrumentation 3 EE-941 RF Transceiver Design 3
BMES-821 Human Physiology and Anatomy 3 EE-942 Microwave Integrated Circuit Design 3
BMES-833 Prosthetics and Rehabilitation 3 EE-943 Microwave Devices I 3
BMES-842 Advanced Biomaterials 3 EE-944 Microwave Devices II 3
Selected Topics in Biomedical
BME-822 3 EE-945 Computational Electromagnetics 3
Engineering
BME-831 Bio Fluid Mechanics 3 Advanced Antenna Theory and
EE-946 3
Digital Systems Design
EE-947 Microwave Devices & Systems 3
MATH-816 Applied Linear Algebra 3
EE-948 Advance Electromagnetic Fields 3
EE-821 Advanced Embedded System Design 3
MTS-841 Advanced Embedded Systems 3 Selected Topics in Microwave
EE-949 3
Engineering
EE-822 ASIC Design Methodology 3
EE-896 Electrodynamics of Plasmas 3
EE-824 Real Time Systems 3
Analysis of Measurement
EE-825 System Level Packaging 3 EE-895 3
Environment
EE-827 Mixed Signal IC Design 3 Telecommunication / Communication
EE-828 Computerized Tomography Systems 3 Systems
EE-829 Digital Data Acquisition & Control 3 MATH-816 Applied Linear Algebra 3
EE-920 System Validation 3 EE-853 Advanced Wireless Communication 3
EE-921 System on Chip Architecture 3
EE-854 Optical Communication Systems 3
EE-922 Design of Fault-Tolerant Systems 3
EE-929 Selected Topics in Digital Systems 3 EE-855 Error Control Coding 3
CSE-811
Advanced Computer Architecture 3 EE-856 Software Defined Radio 3
CE-820
Signal Processing Advanced Satellite Communication
EE-857 3
Systems
MATH-816 Applied Linear Algebra 3
Communication Project
EE-832 Pattern Recognition 3 EE-858 3
Management
EE-833 DSP Hardware System Design 3 Performance Analysis of
EE-859 3
EE-834 Applied Signal Processing 3 Communication Networks
Advanced Data Communication
EE-835 Multirate Systems & Filter Banks 3 EE-950 3
Systems
EE-836 Advanced Digital Image Processing 3
EE-951 Radar Systems 3
Advanced Topics in Computer Vision
EE-837 3
& Image Processing Selected Topics in Communication
EE-959 3
EE-838 Filtering & Tracking 3 Systems
EE-839 Adaptive Filters 3 EE-897 Detection & Estimation 3
EE-930 Spatial Array Processing 3 CSE-812 RF Communication System Design 3
EE-931 DSP Software System Design 3 EE-881 Advanced Communication Networks 3
EE-932 Speech Processing 3 EE-882 Cognitive Radio Networks 3
EE-933 Time Frequency Analysis 3
EE-883 Wireless Sensor & Mesh Networks 3
EE-939 Selected Topics in Signal Processing
CS-867 EE-884 Photonic Networks 3
Computer Vision 3
CE-803 EE-885 Broadband Networks 3
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EE-886 Advanced Wireless Networks 3 EE-879 Robust Control 3
EE-970 Advanced Robotics 3
EE-887 Network Switching & Routing 3
"Modeling & Simulation of Dynamic
Advanced Computer Network Design "EE-971 Systems 3
EE-888 3
& System Security ME-816 " Modeling and Simulation of Dynamic 3
Network and Service Management Systems "
EE-889 3

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and Control
EE-989 Selected Topics in Networks 3
EE-972 Advanced Digital Control Systems 3
CSE-820 Advanced Computer Networks 3
EE-973 Control System Optimization 3
CSE-879 Network Performance Analysis 3 Networked & Embedded Control
EE-974 3
Power Systems
EE-975 Robust & Multivariable Control 3
MATH-816 Applied Linear Algebra 3
EE-976 Optimal & Multivariable Control 3
EEE-811 Electric Power Quality 3
EE-977 Nonlinear Control Systems 3
EEE-812 Advanced Power System Protection 3
Computer Modelling of Electrical EE-978 Convex Optimization 3
EEE-813 3
Power Systems EE-979 Selected Topics in Control Systems 3
EEE-814 Advanced Power Electronics 3
Electric Power Generation EE-894 Cognitive Robotics 3
EEE-815 3
Transmission and Distribution EE-892 Instrumentation & Systems 3
EEE-816 Electric Power Markets 3
EM-800 Robotics - 1 3
EEE-817 High Voltage Engineering 3
EM-805 Robotics - 2 3
Alternating Current Electrical
EE-861 3 MTS-800 Advanced Robotics I 3
Machines and Drives
ESE-803 Photovoltaic Devices 3 MTS-801 Advanced Robotics II 3
ESE-813 Energy Economics and Policy 3 MTS-840 Data Acquisition and Control 3
ESE-814 Fuel Cells 3 ME-837 Nonlinear Dynamics 3
ESE-817 Wind Energy 3 ME-812 Advanced Control Systems-I 3
ESE-820 Energy and Environment 3
AI Autonomous Systems
ESE-824 Nuclear Energy Engineering 3 EE-836 Advanced Digital Image Processing 3
ESE-835 Materials Science and Engineering 3 EE-876 Probabilistic Robotics 3
ESE-836 Li-ion and Next Generation Batteries 3 Advanced Topics in Computer Vision
EE-837 3
Electrochemical Energy Storage and & Image Processing
ESE-837 3
Conversion EE-897 Detection & Estimation 3
Development and Evaluation of
ESE-838 3 EE-970 Advanced Robotics 3
Energy Projects
ESE-909 Smart Grid Architecture 3 EE-839 Adaptive Filters 3
Alternating Current Electrical
EE-861 3 EE-832 Pattern Recognition 3
Machines and Drives
EE-864 Advanced Machines 3 EE-871 Linear Control Systems 3
Power Generation Operation & EE-821 Advanced Embedded System Design 3
EE-865 3
Control
EE-969 Selected Topics in Power Systems 3 EE-878 System Identification 3

Control Systems SE-801 Artificial Neural Networks 3

MATH-816 Applied Linear Algebra 3 CS-867 Computer Vision 3
EE-872 Optimal Control 3 SYSE-804 Modeling, Simulation & Optimization 3
EE-873 Fuzzy Control 3 MATH-816 Applied Linear Algebra 3
EE-874 Adaptive Control 3 Energy Policy & Management
EE-875 Discrete Time Control Systems 3 Energy Policy & Economics Pool
Water Resources, Economics,
EE-876 Probabilistic Robotics 3 CE-886 3
Planning and Management
EE-877 Mobile Robotics 3 Economics of Environment and
ECO-682 3
Natural Resources
EE-878 System Identification 3 ECO-704 Applied Microeconomics 3

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 ECO-726 Applied Econometrics 3 Introduction to C4I2SR System
SYSE-861 3
Engineering
ECO-932 Development Policy and Planning 3
SYSE-862 Architecting C4I System of Systems 3
EEE-816 Electric Power Markets 3
CS-882 Advanced Information Security 3
ESE-813 Energy Economics and Policy 3
Distributed Systems and Resource
ESE-831 Energy Policy Analysis and Planning 3 CSE-812 3
MCS

Optimization
Development and Evaluation of
ESE-838 3 CSE-842 Communication Systems & Networks 3
Energy Projects
Energy Management Pool Performance Analysis of
CSE-843 3
Communication Systems
ESE-819 Environmental Impact Assessment 3
CSE-844 Performance Analysis of Networks 3
ESE-820 Energy and Environment 3
ESE-832 Energy and Climate Change 3 SE-801 Artificial Neural Networks 3

ESE-833 Industrial Energy Management 3 SE-807 Machine Learning 3

ESE-834 Sustainable Buildings 3 SE-808 Bio Informatics Systems 3
Thesis / Research SE-826
Advanced Computer Network Design
3
EE-899 MS Thesis 6 and System Security
SE-828 Network Security 3
EEE-899 MS Thesis (MS EEP) 6
SE-851 Wavelet Compression 3
EE-999 PhD Thesis 30
SE-865 Human computer Interface 3
RM-898 Research Methodology 2
SE-898 Research Methodologies 3
SEM/WKSP-
Seminar / Workshop 1
897
SEM/WKSP-
Seminar / Workshop 1
997
Courses of other
Departments(Information / Systems /
Computational & Software Engineering)
approved for MS/PhD Electrical
Engineering
MATH-812 Advanced Engineering Mathematics 3

MATH-816 Applied Linear Algebra 3

MATH-850 Advanced Numerical Analysis 3

IS-820 Computer Security 3

IS-822 Wireless Network Security 3

Electronic Warfare – Principles and
IS-827 3
Techniques
IS-851 Secure Communications 3
Data Communication Networks &
IS-852 3
Security
IS-855 Information Hiding 3
Cellular and Mobile Network
IS-863 3
Security
IS-893 Micro & Nano Fabrication 3
SYSE-804 Modeling, Simulation & Optimization 3

SYSE-844 Communication System Engineering 3

Advanced Communication System
SYSE-845 3
and Network Security

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Bachelors in Software Engineering
Programme Description
Software is central to our lives. We interact daily with software systems; at home through computer games, at the office through online services
and in the car through embedded control systems. Software Engineering applies both, computer science and engineering principles and best
practices to the design, implementation, testing, maintenance, and evolution of software. Our Software Engineering programme covers not only
the technical aspects of building software systems, but also management issues. This programme is an amalgamation of strong applied science

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knowledge, applications of engineering practice and an ability to understand the impact of technology. We endeavour to help students carry
out both theoretical and experimental research in software engineering and to disseminate the results in the form of publications, patents and
technology transfer to industry. MCS also has a set of specialized courses for Network & Information Security domain. Students can specialize in
these areas by registering these courses from 5th semester onwards.

Associated Careers
The software industry has grown exponentially over the years; mechanical and electronic devices in automobiles, aeroplanes, entertainment and
communication equipment and manufacturing are being replaced by software components because software is more adaptable, and can provide
greater functionality. The ubiquity of software applications has created a multitude of career prospects for our graduates. Our graduates normally
find employment with major service providers and large private industrial groups. There are a number of opportunities available within smaller
service and technology providers, some of which are highly specialized and technologically advanced.

Scheme of Studies Programme Code-605

Semester – I Semester – II
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
HU–100 English 2-0 CS– 212 Object Oriented Programming (OOP) 3-1
CS–114 Fundamentals of Programming 2-1 HU–101 Islamic Studies 2-0
HU–107 Pakistan Studies 2-0 MATH–121 Linear Algebra and ODEs 3-0
MATH–101 Calculus and Analytical Geometry 3-0 ME –104 Engineering Drawing 0-2
ME–105 Workshop Practice 0-1 HU-109 Communication Skills 2-0
PHY–102 Applied Physics 2-1 EE-221 Digital Logic Design 3-1
MATH-161 Discrete Mathematics 3-0 Total 17
Total 17

Semester – III Semester – IV

Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
Computer Architecture and
CS-220 Database Systems 3-1 EE-321 3-1
Organization
SE-200 Software Engineering 3-0 SE-311 Software Requirements Engineering 3-0
CS-250 Data Structures & Algorithms 3-1 EE-353 Computer Networks 3-1
MATH-361 Probability and Statistics 3-0 SE Elective-I 3-0
Supporting Science Elective-1 3-0 Supporting Science Elective-II 3-x
Gen Edu Elective-I 3-0 Total 17+X
Total 20
Semester – V Semester – VI
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
CS-330 Operating Systems 3-1 CS-370 Software Construction 3-1
SE-210 Software Design and Architecture 3-1 SE-352 Formal Methods 3-0
Gen Edu Elective – II Professional SE-321 Software Quality Engineering 3-0
HU-223 3-0
Ethics MGT-271 Entrepreneurship 2-0
HU-210 Technical Writing 3-0
SE Elective –III 3-1
SE Elective –II 3-1
Supporting Science Elective –III 3-0
Total 18
Total 19

Semester – VII Semester – VIII

Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
SE-430 Software Project Management 3-0 SE-499 Senior Project 0-4
SE-499 Senior Project 0-2 SE Elective VI 2+X - 1
SE Elective – V 3-1 Gen Edu Elective IV 3-0
SE Elective – IV 3-x CSL-401 Community Service 1-1
Gen Edu Elective III 3-0 Total 10+X
Total 15+X Overall Total 133+X

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 Computing/SE Elective Courses
Code Course Title Credits CS-482 System Incident Handling 3-0
BIO-215 Bioinformatics 3-0 CS-490 Advanced Topics in Computing 3-0
BIO-317 Computational Biology 3-0 EE-232 Signals and Systems 3-1
CS-213 Advanced Programming 3-1 EE-322 Wireless Networks 3-0
MCS

CS-321 Advanced Database Systems 3-0 EE-330 Digital Signal Processing 3-1
CS-322 RDBMS Using Oracle 2-1 EE-350 Data Communication 3-0
CS-331 System Programming 2-1 EE-430 Telecommunication Systems 3-0
CS-332 Distributed Computing 3-1 EE-433 Digital Image Processing 3-1
CS-334 Open Source Systems 3-1 MATH- Numerical Methods 2-1
CS-340 Web Technologies-I 2-1 352
CS-342 Mobile Computing 3-0 SE-301 Object Oriented Software Engineering 3-0
CS-344 Web Engineering 3-1 SE-313 Design Patterns 2-1
CS-352 Theory of Automata and Formal Lan- 3-0 SE-422 Software Testing 3-0
guages SE-423 Software Metrics 3-0
CS-361 Computer Graphics 3-1 SE-431 Software Engineering Economics 3-0
CS-362 Multimedia Systems and Design 2-1 SE-440 Business Process Automation 3-0
CS-380 Introduction to Computer Security 3-0 SE-490 Advanced Topics in Software Engineer- 3-0
CS-381 Network Security 3-1 ing
CS-414 Advanced Java with emphasis on Inter- 3-1 CS-251 Design and Analysis of Algorithms 3-0
net Applications CS-370 Artificial Intelligence 3-1
CS-423 Data Warehousing and Data Mining 3-1 CS-483 Information Security Management 3-0
CS-424 Information Retrieval 3-0 EE-989 Selected Topics in Networks 3-0
CS-425 Management Information Systems 3-0 CSE-820 Advanced Computer Network 3-0
CS-433 Applied Parallel Computing 2-1 EE-871 Linear Control System 3-0
CS-441 Web Technologies-II 3-1 EE-939 Selected Topics in Signal Processing 3-0
CS-443 E-Commerce and Solutions 3-0 EE-844 Antenna and Wave Propagation 3-0
EE-946 Advanced Antenna Theory and Design 3-0
CS-453 Programming Languages 3-0
Supporting Science Electives
CS-471 Machine Learning 3-1
CS-472 Natural Language Processing 3-0 Course Code Course Title Credits
CS-473 Theory of Intelligent Systems 3-1 CH-101 Applied Chemistry 2-1
CS-481 Computer Forensics 3-1 CS-271 Computational Logic 3-0
CS-382 Fundamentals of Cryptography 3-0
EE-102 Basic Electrical Engineering 3-1
General Education Electives
EE-201 Engineering Mechanics 3-0
Course Code Course Title Credits EE-212 Basic Electronics 2-1
CS-309 Computing and Society 3-0 EE-215 Electronic Devices and Circuits 3-1
ECO-130 Engineering Economics 2-0 EE-414 Digital Electronics 3-1
FIN-100 Principles of Accounting 3-0 EE-477 Analogue and Digital Communications 3-1
HRM-240 Organizational Behaviour 2-0 MATH-112 Calculus II 3-0
HRM-441 Human Resource Management 2-0 MATH-133 Engineering Mathematics 3-0

HU-102 Psychology 3-0 MATH-221 Number Theory 3-0

MATH-232 Complex Variables and Transforms 3-0
HU-103 Principles of Sociology 3-0
MATH-234 Multivariable Calculus 3-0
HU-104 English Literature 3-0
MATH-351 Numerical Methods 3-0
MGT-164 Introduction to Management 2-0
OTM-455 Engineering Project Management 2-0
MGT-175 Intellectual Property Rights 3-0
PHY-401 Advanced Physics 2-1

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MS and PhD in Software Engineering
Programme Description
The postgraduate programme in Software Engineering is offered at different divisions, i.e. MS and PhD. All these programmes allow
the students to explore their subjects of interest in detail under the guidance of qualified faculty. This postgraduate programme is
suited for professionals, who are looking to advance their level of expertise for further career development, as it is offered in the

MCS
evening.

Research
Research is conducted in the following areas:
»» Web Engineering
»» Computer Vision and Image Processing
»» Software System Design and Architecture
»» Software Requirement Engineering
»» Software Project Management
»» Data Text Mining

Associated Careers
The software industry has grown manifold over the years; areas like mechanical and electronic devices in automobiles, aero planes,
entertainment and communication equipment and manufacturing are being replaced by software components as software is
more adaptable, reliable and accurate. Software is used in medical, transportation and financial systems to automate critical
tasks. Scientists and business researchers use software to sift through data warehouses and identify pertinent facts and trends.
Banking, insurance, and other businesses use software to automate and personalize the services they offer to their customers.
This proliferation of software applications has increased the demand for software professionals in Pakistan and all over the world.
A hundred percent of our graduates get employed or opt for higher studies/professional trainings after the completion of their
degrees. Our graduates normally find employment with major service providers and large private industrial groups.

MS Coursework Programme Code: 251

Course Code Course Title Credits
Core Courses
SE-860 Advanced Software Engineering 3
SE-861 Software System Design & Architecture 3
SE-862 Software Requirement Engineering 3
SE-863 Software Quality Engineering 3
SE-899 MS Thesis 6

Electives Courses SE-827 Wireless Communication 3

SE-864 Team-Based Software Development 3 SE-828 Network Security 3
SE-865 Human Computer Interface 3 SE-801 Artificial Neural Network 3
SE-867 Formal Methods 3 SE-802 Pattern Recognition 3
SE-868 Software Project Management 3 SE-803 Computer Vision 3
SE-869 Model Driven Software Engineering 3 SE-805 Adv Artificial Intelligence 3
SE-807 Machine Learning 3
SE-871 Business Process Re-engineering 3
SE-808 Bio Informatics System 3
SE-897 Empirical Software Engineering 3
SE-830 Adv Algorithm Analysis 3
SE-870 Agile Software Engineering Methods 3
SE-835 Adv Algorithmic Graph Theory 3
CS-822 Data Mining 3
SE-810 Data Engineering 3
CS-825 Information Retrieval 3
SE-880 Adv Database Systems 3
CS-833 Cloud Computing 3
SE-812 Adv Operating Systems 3
SE-876 Web-Engineering 3
SE-813 Design of Parallel & Distributed Systems 3
SE-877 Software Development for Web 3
SE-820 Adv Computer Architecture 3
SE-825 Adv Computer Network 3
SE-850 Digital Image Processing 3
SE-826 Adv Computer Network Design & Sys- 3
tem Security
Note: Students will choose four elective courses in addition to four core courses to complete 24 credit hours. PhD students will complete the
requirements of 800/900 level coursework (18 credits) to be decided by the Doctoral Guidance and Examination Committee (GEC).

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 SE-851 Wavelet Compression 3
SE 900- Selected topics in relevant Area 3
919
RM-896 Research Methodologies 3
SE-899 MS Thesis 6
SE-999 PhD Thesis 30
MCS

EE-800 Stochastic Systems 3

IS-810 Secure Coding 3
IS-820 Computer Security 3
IS-821 Network Security 3
EE-821 Advanced Embedded System Design 3
IS-822 Wireless Network Security 3
IS-824 Biometrics 3
IS-825 Vulnerability Exploitation & Defence 3
IS-827 Electronic Warfare – Principles and 3
Techniques
IS-830 Information Security Management 3
IS-831 Information Security Project Manage- 3
ment
IS-833 IT Security Evaluation & Auditing 3
IS-843 Advanced Cryptography 3
IS-851 Secure Communications 3
IS-852 Data Communication Networks & 3
Security
EE-852 Information and Coding Theory 3
IS-853 Cloud Computing Security 3
EE-853 Advanced Wireless Communication 3
IS-854 Advanced Web Security 3
IS-855 Information Hiding 3
IS-856 Access Control and Database Security 3
IS-863 Cellular and Mobile Network Security 3
EE-876 Robotics 3
EE-883 Wireless Sensor and Mesh Networks 3
EE-888 Broadband Networks 3
EE-926 System Validation 3
EE-937 Advanced Topics in Computer Vision 3
and Image Processing
EE-887 Network Switching and Routing 3

Additional Course
RM-898 Research Methodology 2
SEM/WKSP Seminar / Workshop 1
897
SEM/WKSP Seminar / Workshop 1
997

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MS and PhD in Information Security
Programme Description
Cyber threats to federal information systems and cyber-based critical infrastructures are evolving and growing. These threats can be
unintentional and intentional, targeted or non-targeted, and can come from a variety of sources, such as foreign nations engaged
in espionage and information warfare, criminals, hackers, virus writers, disgruntled employees and contractors working within an

MCS
organization. As government, private sector, and personal activities continue to move to networked operations; digital systems
add more capabilities; wireless systems become more ubiquitous and as the design, manufacture, and service of information
technology have moved overseas, the threat will continue to grow. In the absence of robust security programmes, agencies have
experienced a wide range of incidents involving data loss or theft, computer intrusions and privacy breaches; underscoring the
need for improved security practices.

Information Security Center of Excellence

This setup is aimed at reducing the vulnerabilities faced by the national information infrastructure and cyber-space, by produciwng
more qualified graduates and researchers in the various disciplines of Information Security, as well as indigenously designing and
delivering technological solutions. The research and technical solutions designed at the proposed Information Security Center of
Excellence will provide important substitute and enhanced level of trust.

Associated Careers
The programme is focused to produce professionals competent enough to offer solution for Information Security problems in
the market. Graduates of this programme will be able to address information security related issues in present and future era
of Information Technology. The need of Information Security has grown dramatically over the last few years. Like the Industrial
Revolution, the Information Technology Boom, which started in the 1990’s and is still present today, has dramatically changed
commerce around the world. This is mostly due to advancement of technology in computers, telecommunications equipment, and
networking standards, leading to the development and widespread use of the Internet. This propagation of information security
has led to an urgent and growing demand for information security professionals in Pakistan and all over the world. A hundred
percent of our graduates go into employment or higher studies/professional trainings immediately after completion of their
degrees. Our graduates normally pursue careers in major service providers such as PTCL, Warid, Mobilink, Zong, Ufone, Telenor
and Special Communication Organization (SCO); large private industrial groups such as Microsoft, NetSol, Ericsson, and Cisco; and
a host of smaller service and technology providers.

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 MS Coursework Programme Code: 252
Core Courses
Course Code Course Title Credits
IS-820 Computer Security 3
IS-821 Network Security 3
MCS

IS-830 Information Security Management 3

IS-842 Advanced Cryptography-1 3
IS-899 MS Thesis 6

Electives (Cryptology) Electives (Digital Forensics and Incident

IS-843 Advanced Cryptography – II 3 Response)
IS-844 Cryptanalysis 3 IS-823 Computer Forensics 3
IS845 Quantum Cryptography 3 IS-855 Information Hiding 3
IS-846 Formal Method for Information Security 3 IS-870 Network Forensics 3
IS-891 Advanced Topics in Cryptology 3 IS-871 OS & File System Forensics 3
Electives (Systems/Network Security) IS-872 Forensics Incident Response 3
IS-822 Wireless Network Security 3 IS-873 Malware Analysis and Reverse Engineer- 3
IS-825 Vulnerability Exploitation and Defense 3 ing

IS-827 Electronic Warfare – Principles and 3 IS-874 Intrusion Detection 3

Techniques IS-895 Advanced Topics in Digital Forensics and 3
IS-851 Secure Communications 3 Incident Response

IS-852 Data Communication Networks & 3 IS-839 Critical Infrastructure Protection and 3
Security Incident Management

IS-853 Cloud Computing Security 3 Electives : General

IS-854 Advanced Web Security 3 IS-810 Secure Coding 3
IS-861 Secure Electronic Commerce 3 IS-824 Biometrics 3
IS-863 Cellular and Mobile Network Security 3 IS-826 Cyber Warfare 3
IS-859 Information Security Engineering 3 IS-856 Access Control and Database Security 3
IS-893 Advanced Topics in Systems Security 3 IS-890 Advanced Topics in Information Security 3

Electives (Information Security IS-838 Advanced Simulation and Modeling 3

CE-838 Analysis of Stochastic Systems 3
Management)
SE-802 Pattern Recognition 3
IS-831 Information Security Project 3
Management SE-805 Advance Artificial Intelligence 3
IS-833 IT Security Evaluation & Auditing 3 IS-999 PhD Thesis 30
IS-832 Legal Aspects of Information Security 3
IS-834 Security Planning and Incident 3
Management
IS-835 Security Risk Analysis and Management 3
IS-836 Auditing Networks, Perimeters and 3
Systems
IS-837 Security and Privacy of Information and 3
Information Systems
IS-894 Advanced Topics in Information Security 3
Management

Note: Out of the eight academic subjects, FOUR will be core courses, and remaining FOUR will be elective courses. The elective
courses have been further grouped into FOUR streams and each student must select at least TWO elective courses from any
specific stream in which student is pursuing Specialization.

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NUST College of Electrical

About the University

and Mechanical
Engineering (CEME)

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 NUST College of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering
College of E&ME

The College of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering was established in 1957 as a polytechnic institute at Quetta. The College was
moved to its present campus in 1984. With the establishment of NUST in 1991, the College became one of its constituent colleges.
The College is situated on the Grand Trunk Road at the Rawalpindi-Islamabad junction. Its open landscape makes it an ideal
place for an academic campus. A fascinating locale and congenial environment are indeed the hallmarks of the College. It is the
largest College of NUST in terms of PhD faculty, student enrolment, diversity of academic programmes, research activities, space,
infrastructure and facilities. The College attained ISO-9001 certification in 1999, ISO 9001-2000 certification in 2003 and ISO 9001-
2008 in May 2009. It has earned accolades in quality assurance from Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) in accreditation evaluation.
The College offers degree programmes in diverse undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, mainly in the disciplines of
Electrical, Mechanical, Computer and Mechatronics Engineering, and postgraduate programme in Engineering Management.
The College lays great emphasis on indigenous research. As a result, quantum research material is produced annually. The faculty
mostly comprises eminent research scholars who regularly participate in conferences and seminars, both at home and abroad. A
state-of-the-art spacious library, stocked with around 95,197 books, an e-library section and a good number of computers with
wireless internet connectivity facilitate students and faculty in their research.

Faculty Profile
The College of E&ME is staffed with highly qualified faculty that offers the most dynamic, up-to-date and highly challenging
academic programmes. Currently, there are 49 PhD faculty members; most of them are foreign qualified.

Dr Javaid Iqbal, Dean

PhD (University of New South Wales) Australia
Discipline: Mechatronics Engineering
Specialisation: Artificial Intelligence/Mobile Robots

Electrical Engineering
Dr Shahzad Amin Sheikh, HoD Dr Muhammad Zeeshan
PhD (Southwest Jiaotong University) China PhD (NUST) Pakistan
Discipline: Information Systems &CommEngg Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Signal Processing & Communication Specialization: Communication Systems

Dr Mojeeb Bin Ihsan Dr Qasim Umar Khan

PhD (Drexel University) USA PhD (NUST) Pakistan
Discipline: Electrical Engineering Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialisation: Microwave Engineering, Solid State Electronics Specialization: Microwave Engineering, Antenna Design, Com-
munication
Dr Syed M Tahir Zaidi
PhD (Georgia Institute of Tech) USA Dr SaifUllah Awan
Discipline: Electrical Engineering PhD (Quaid-i-Azam University Islamabad) Pakistan
Specialization: Semiconductor Devices, Digital Signal Process- Discipline: Physics
ing Specialization: Solid State Physics Semiconductors

Dr Fahad Mumtaz Malik Dr Azhar UlHaq

PhD (NUST) Pakistan PhD (University of L’aquila) Italy
Discipline: Electrical Engineering Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Control Systems Specialization: Power Systems

Dr Mashhood Ahmad Dr Shahzor Ahmad

PhD (Quaid-i-Azam University) Pakistan PhD (National University of Singapore)Singapore
Discipline: Electronics Discipline: Electrical & Computer Engg
Specialization: Quantum Optics Specialization: Computer Vision

Dr Muwahida Liaquat Engr Atif Qayyum

PhD (NUST) Pakistan MS (Beijing Institute of Tech) China
Discipline: Electrical Engineering Discipline: Control Science &Engg
Specialization: Digital Signal Processing, Control Systems Specialization: Control System

Dr Usman Ali Kamran Aziz Bhatti

PhD (NUST) Pakistan MPhil (Quaid-i-Azam University) Pakistan
Discipline: Electrical Engineering Discipline: Electronics
Specialization: Embedded System Design, Computer Vision Specialization: Electronics
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Engr Zubair Ahmed Engr Sufyan Hafeez Khan
MS (NUST) Pakistan MS (NUST) Pakistan

College of E&ME
Discipline: Electrical Engineering Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Antenna Design, Microwave Engineering Specialization: Control Systems

Engr Sobia Hayee Engr Sarmad Majeed Malik

MS (IOWA State University) USA MS (North China Electric Power University) China
Discipline: Electrical Engineering Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Antenna Design, Microwave Engineering Specialization: Power Systems

Engr Faiza Nawaz Engr Muhammad Kamran Bodla

MS (North China Electric Power University) China MS (North China Electric Power University) China
Discipline: Electrical Engineering Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Power Systems Specialization: Electric Power Systems and Automation

Engr Muhammad Anis Chaudhry Engr Taosif Iqbal

MS (NUST) Pakistan MS (Ivanovo State University) Russia
Discipline: Electrical Engineering Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Microwave Circuits and Systems Specialization: Automation & Control

Engr Salman Qadir Dr Muhammad Abbas

MS (NUST) Pakistan PhD : University of Manchester ,UK
Discipline: Electrical Engineering Discipline : Software Engineering
Specialization: Control Systems Specialization : Information System.

Engr Aamir Javed

MS (NUST) Pakistan
Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Microwave Engineering

Engr Furqan Haider Qureshi

MS (NUST) Pakistan
Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Communication Systems

Mechanical Engineering
Dr Sajid Ullah Butt
Dr Raja Amer Azim, HoD PhD (ParisTech Univ) France
PhD (NUST) Pakistan Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering Specialization: Fixture design, Workpiece repositioning,
Specialization: Vehicle Dynamics & Controls System Kinematics

Dr Khalid Mahmood Dr Raja Amer Azim

PhD (Univ of Manchester) UK PhD (NUST) Pakistan
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
Specialization: Laser Deposition, Laser Cladding of Corrosion & Specialization: Vehicle Dynamics & Controls
Wear Resistance Layers
Dr Naveed A. Din
Dr Imran Shafi PhD (University of Manchester) UK
PhD (UET Taxila) Pakistan. Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
Discipline: Computer Engineering Specialization: Structural Dynamics
Specialization: Networks, Neural Networks & Digital Signal
Processing. Engr Saif Ullah Khalid
MS (NUST) Pakistan
Dr Hasan Aftab Saeed Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
PhD (Univ of Tokyo) Japan Specialization: Modeling & Simulation, CFD Analysis
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
Specialization: Solid Mechanics, Dislocation Nucleation, Engr Saheeb Kiyani
Modeling & Simulation MS (NUST) Pakistan
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
Dr Tariq Talha Specialization: Modeling & Simulation
PhD (Univ. of Warwick) UK
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
Specialization: Computational Fluid Dynamics, Active Flow
Control
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 Engr Rehan Ahmed Khan Engr.Saida Riaz
MS (UMIST) UK MS (Mechanical) Pakistan
College of E&ME

Discipline: Mechanical Engineering Discipline: Mechanical Engineering.

Specialization: Non-traditional Manufacturing Processes, CAD/ Specialization: Navigation of Control
CAM
Engr Yasser Riaz Awan Engr Najum Us Saher
MS (HUST) China MS (UET Taxila) Pakistan
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
Specialization: Reverse Logistics Specialization: Engg Mgmt

Engr Muhammad Haider Engr Usama Bin Perwez

MS (NUST) Pakistan MS (NUST) Pakistan
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering Discipline: Mechanical Engineering.
Specialization: Dynamics and System Modeling Specialization: Energy Systems

Engr Usman Zia Engr. Jawad Haider Syed

MS (Rochester Institute of Technology) USA MS (Michigan Tech) USA
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
Specialization: Materials Specialization: Automotive Engineering

Engr Muhammad Umair Akhtar Engr. Syed Haris Iftikher

MS (PIEAS) Pakistan MS (King fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals) Saudia
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering Arabia
Specialization: Structural Mechanics Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
Specialization: Multiracial fatigue
Dr Faisal Ahmed
PhD (Sungkyunkwan University), South Korea Bushra Majeed
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering. Phd (NUST), Pakistan
Specialization:Nanomaterial, Power Dissipation. Discipline: Mathematics
Specialization: Mathematical Physics

Dr Bilal Anjum Ahmed

PhD (King Fahd University of Petroleum and Mineral), KSA
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
Specialization: Ceramic Materials, Powder Metallurgy

Computer & Software Engineering Dr Nazar Abbas Saqib

PhD (Center for Research and Advanced Studies of the
Dr Shoab Ahmad Khan, HoD National Polytechnic Institute - CINVESTAV-IPN) Mexico
PhD (Georgia Tech University) USA Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Discipline: Electrical & Computer Engineering Specialization: Embedded System Design, Field Programmable
Specialization: Digital Signal Processing Gate Array, Information Security

Dr Usman Qamar Dr Ali Hassan

PhD (University of Manchester) UK PhD (University of Southampton) UK
Discipline: Computer Sciences Discipline: Electrical engineering
Specialization: Data Engineering Specialization: Machine Learning and Biomedical Signal
Processing
Dr Muhammad Usman Akram
PhD (National University of Sciences & Technology) Pakistan Dr Farhan Riaz
Discipline: Computer Engineering PhD, (University of Porto) Portugal
Specialization: Digital Image Processing Discipline: Computer Engineering
Specialization: Digital Image Processing
Dr Saad Rehman
PhD (University of Sussex) UK Dr Qaiser Mahmood Chaudry
Discipline: computer science PhD (Georgia Tech University) USA
Specialization: Digital Signal Design, Image Processing Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Bio Medical Engineering
Dr Arslan Shaukat
PhD (The University of Manchester) UK Dr Wasi Haider Butt
Discipline: Computer Science/Informatics PhD (National University of Sciences and Technology) Pakistan
Specialization: Machine Learning Discipline: Computer Software Engineering
Specialization: Database Engineering

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 Dr Mohisn Islam Tiwana
Dr Aimal Khan Phd (University of New South Wales) Australia

College of E&ME
PhD (University of Rostock) Germany Discipline: Mechatronics Engineering
Discipline: Communications Engineering Specialization: Bio Medical Engineering.
Specialization: Wireless Communications, Wireless
Cooperative Relay Networks, Algorithms Design Dr Muhammad Mubasher Saleem
PhD (Politecnico di Torino) Italy
Dr Muhammad Umar Farooq Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
PhD (University Politehnica of Bucharest) Romania Specialization: Microelectromechanical Systems (MEMs)
Discipline: Computer Science
Specialization: Mobile Ad hoc Networks Dr Waqar Shahid Qureshi
PhD (Asia Institute of Technology) Thailand
Dr Farhan Hussain Discipline: Mechatronics Engineering
PhD (Hanyang University) South Korea Specialization: Machine Vision
Discipline: Electronics & Computer Engineering
Specialization: Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning, Dr Nasir Rashid
Video Compression, NAND Flash Memory MS (NUST) Pakistan
Discipline: Mechatronics Engineering
Dr Sajid Gul Khawaja Specialisation: Robotics
PhD (National University of Sciences and Technology) Pakistan
Discipline: Computer Engineering Dr Nauman Razzaq
Specialization: Digital Image Processing MS (Electrical Engineering) Pakistan
Discipline: Mechatronics Engineering
Dr Urooj Fatima Specialization: Biomedical Engineering
PhD (Norwegian University of Science and Technology - NTNU)
Norway Engr Kanwal Naveed
Discipline: Telematics MS (NUST), Pakistan
Specialization: Systems Modelling and Analysis Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Control Systems
Jahan Zeb
MS (National University of Sciences and Technology) Pakistan Engr Usman Asad
Discipline: Computer Software Engineering MS (Rochester Institute of Technology), USA
Specialization: Digital Image Processing Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
Specialization: Vibrational Analysis
Anum Abdul Salam
MS (University of Engineering & Technology) Pakistan Engr Aqeela Mir
Discipline: Computer Engineering MS (NUST), Pakistan
Specialization: Signal and Image Processing Discipline: Mechatronics Engineering
Specialization: Robotics
Ali Saeed
MS (National University of Sciences and Technology) Pakistan Engr Muhammad Aneequz Zaman
Discipline: Computer Software Engineering MS (UIUC) USA
Specialization: Signal and Image Processing Discipline: Mechanical Engineering,
Specialization: Control systems

Muhammad Qasim
Mechatronics Engineering MSc (Quaid-i-Azam University) Pakistan
Discipline: Electronics
Dr Javaid Iqbal, Dean Specialisation: Microcontroller based systems
PhD (University of New South Wales) Australia
Discipline: Mechatronics Engineering Dr Hamid Jabbar
Specialisation: Artificial Intelligence/Mobile Robots Ph.D. Hanyang University, Seoul, South Korea
Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Dr Umar Shahbaz Khan HoD Specialization: Low-power energy harvesting, piezoelectric
PhD (University of Liverpool) UK material applications
Discipline: Mechatronics Engineering
Specialisation: Embedded Systems/ Image Processing Dr Amir Hamza
PhD (King Fahad University of Petroleum and Minerals )
Dr Mahmood Anwar Khan Discipline: Mechatronics Engineering
PhD (University of Salford) UK Specialization: Engineering Materials
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
Specialisation: Robotics Dr Danish Hussain
PhD (Harbin Institute of Technology) P.R China
Discipline: Mechatronics Engineering

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 Specialization: Mechatronics & HRM
Mr Abdullah Al Hussain
College of E&ME

MSc (Riphah International University) Pakistan. Engr Afshan Naseem

Discipline: Mathematics MS (UET, Taxila) Pakistan
Discipline: Engineering Management
Engr. Ayesha Zeb Specialisation: Engg & Technology Management
MS (NUST) Pakistan
Discipline: Electrical Engineering Engr Ali Salman
Specialization: Digital Signal Processing and Communication MS (University of Surrey) UK
Systems Discipline: Engineering Management
Specialisation: Manufacturing Management
Engr. RabiaJamshaid
MS (NUST) Pakistan
Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Micro Electro Mechanical System (MEMS),
Biomedical Devices, Thin Film Technology

Engr. HasanHabib
MS (Tempere University), Finland
Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Control System
Basic Sciences & Humanities
Engr. MuneebMasood Raja
MS (Wright State University), USA Dr Asim Aziz (HOD)
Discipline: Electrical Engineering PhD (Glasgow Caledonian University), UK
Specialization: Control Systems Discipline: Mathematics
Specialization: Mathematical Biology
Engr. SereenAtif
MS (Air University Islamabad) Pakistan Dr Yasir Ali
Discipline:Mechatronics Engineering PhD (NUST), Pakistan
Specialization: Control Systems Discipline: Mathematics
Specialization: Optimization Theory
Department of Engineering Management
Dr Muhammad Hanif
PhD (Quaid-i-Azam University), Pakistan
Dr Masood Raza, HoD Discipline: Physics
PhD (Cranfield University) UK Specialization: Laser Spectroscopy
Discipline: Engineering Management
Specialization: Operation Research Modeling & Simulation Dr Hina Sadaf
PhD (Quaid-i-Azam University), Pakistan
Dr Syed Tasweer Hussain Shah Discipline: Mathematics
PhD (NUML) Pakistan Specialization: Applied Mathematics
Discipline: Management
Specialisation: Service Quality, Entrepreneurship, HR, Project Dr Anwar Hussain
Mgmt, Strategic Mgmt PhD (Quaid-i-Azam University), Pakistan
Discipline: Mathematics
Dr Faheem Qaisar Jamal Specialization: Fluid Mechanics
PhD (UET Taxila) Pakistan
Discipline: Engineering Management Dr Tayyab Hussain Shah
Specialisation: Organizational Behaviour, Organizational PhD (Quaid-i-Azam University), Pakistan
Change, Organizational Psychology, Human Resource Discipline: Mathematics
Management, Supply Chain Management, Project Specialization: Fluid Mechanics
Management
Dr Muhammad Umar Farooq
Dr Yasir Ahmad PhD (NUST), Pakistan
PhD (UET Taxila) Pakistan Discipline: Mathematics
Discipline: Engineering Management Specialization: Symmetry Methods , General Relativity
Specialisation: Engineering Management, Strategic
Management and Technology Management Mr Syed Hussain Shah
MPhil (NUST University), Pakistan
Dr Syed Muhammad Ali Discipline: Physics
PhD (Management Science & Business Administration), USTC Specialization: Solar Thermal Applications
China.
Discipline: Engineering Management
Specialisation: Employees Behavior, Knowledge Management
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 Ms Sabeen Malik
Dr Noreen Sher Akbar MPhil (Quaid-i-Azam University), Pakistan

College of E&ME
PhD (Quaid-i-Azam University), Pakistan Discipline: Electronics
Discipline: Mathematics Specialization: Electronics
Specialization: Fluid Dynamics
Ms Aaminah Hassan
Ms Shahnaz Fatima MPhil (Bahauddin Zakariya University) Pakistan
MPhil (Quaid-i-Azam University), Pakistan Discipline: English Linguistics and Literature
Discipline: Electronics Specialization: English Linguistics and Literature
Specialization: Microwave Theory
Dr Safia Taj Ms Saher Rabia Mirza
PhD (NUST), Pakistan MA (Kingston University London), UK
Discipline: Mathematics Discipline: English
Specialization: Black Hole Thermodynamics Specialization: Applied linguistics

Ms Samreen Sheriff Mr Agha Hussain Shah

MPhil (NUST University), Pakistan M. Phil (Hazara University), Pakistan
Discipline: Mathematics Discipline: English
Specialization: Fluid Dynamics Specialization: Applied linguistics

Dr Faizullah
PhD (Ocean University), China
Discipline: Mathematics
Specialization: Stochastic Differential Equations, Stochastic
Analysis, Non-linear Ordinary Differential Equations

Ms Rukaiza Khan
MPhil (Air University), Pakistan
Discipline: English
Specialization: Linguistics

Ms Pakeeza Tabassum
MPhil (International Islamic University), Pakistan
Discipline: Islamic Studies
Specialization: Comparative Religions, Sharia Law

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 Student Support Facilities Department of Engineering Management
College of E&ME
»» Decision Support System Laboratory
Laboratories
Library
Department of Electrical Engineering The computerized College library has a collection of 80,000
Teaching Labs printed and digital books. It provides a range of services that
»» Electronics Lab include loans, online information searching, reference services,
»» Embedded Systems Lab inter-library loan, document delivery, photocopying, access to
»» Control & Communication Systems Lab virtual collection & digital resources and CD-ROM’s. The College
»» Electrical Machines Lab library is fully wired to the internet through high-speed DSL and
»» Antenna and Microwave Lab Wi-Fi networks.
Research Labs
»» Microwave Engineering Research Lab Cafeterias
»» Agriculture Robotics Lab, MEMS Design Lab Inexpensive hygienic food is available in cafes. The food quality
»» Postgraduate Research Lab is closely monitored by the campus doctor. Besides, utility shops
have been set up on the campus to fulfill students’ day-to-day
Department of Mechanical Engineering needs.
Teaching Labs
»» Strength of Materials Laboratory Accommodation
»» Fluid Mechanics Laboratory Hostel / accommodation facilities are available for both male
»» Steam Laboratory and female NUST Cadets as well as Paying Cadets. Well-
»» Dynamics & Controls Laboratory furnished rooms are available on “First Come, First Serve” basis.
»» Heat Transfer Lab Detailed procedure for applying for hostel accommodation at
»» Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) Laboratory College of E&ME and other rules and regulations can be seen at
»» Automotive Laboratory http://www.nust.edu.pk/INSTITUTIONS/Colleges/CEME/
»» Drawing Hall Campus-Life/Pages/CEME-Hostel-information.aspx
»» Engineering Workshops
»» Wood Working Shop
»» Foundry Shop Alumni Directory
»» Tin copper smith shop An updated database of alumni is maintained by the general
»» Machine Shop body. Calls are made regularly to the alumni members to send
»» Fitter Shop their updated data to the association. The information gathered
»» Welding Shop during reunion registration is also used to append/update the
Research Labs database.
»» Mechanarium Research Lab

Department of Computer & Software Engineering Wireless Network

Teaching Labs Wireless LAN Facility is being provided to the students in various
»» Embedded System Laboratory hostels using 802.11b technology operating at 11 Mbps. College
»» Computer Networks Laboratory is obtaining a total bandwidth of 7 Mbps (4 MB CIR from M/S
»» Computing Laboratory Skynet (Pvt) Ltd) and additional 3 Mbps (Shared) through PERN
»» DSP/DSD Laboratory project. This bandwidth is also available to the students through
»» Image Processing Laboratory Wi-Fi network Wireless LAN facility is available at the entire
»» Electronics Laboratory premises of the College.
Research Labs
»» Emerging Technologies Laboratory
»» Project Laboratory Sports Facility
Department of Mechatronics Engineering The campus also facilitates different games and sports. Regular
Teaching Labs tournaments are held within the campus to encourage extra-
»» Industrial Automation Laboratory curricular activities for the students. College has been actively
»» Robotics and Control Laboratory participating in various Inter NUST Sports Competitions and
»» Circuit Design Laboratory representing NUST in Inter-University and Zonal Championships.
»» Machine Vision and Embedded Systems Laboratory The College provides following sports facilities:-
»» CAD Laboratory Outdoor
Research Labs »» Cricket.
»» UAV Laboratory »» Football
»» UGV Laboratory »» Hockey.
»» Prosthesis Laboratory »» Basketball
Industrial Collaboration Labs »» Lawn Tennis
»» FAIZ Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) Laboratory »» Volleyball
»» Handball
»» Baseball

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»» Firing International Conference on Robotics and
»» Riding Club

College of E&ME
Artificial Intelligence
»» Roller Skating
The Department of Mechatronics Engineering hosts an
»» Archery
International Conference on Robotics and Artificial Intelligence.
»» Athletics
The second conference of this series held on 1st November 2016.
Within this conference, International keynote speakers gave
Indoor
enlightened talks on the latest trends of robotics and artificial
Sports Complex. A state-of-the-art Sports Complex is
intelligence. The conference attracted various high quality local
established inside the campus which provides almost all indoor
and international articles and had an acceptance ratio of 34%.
sports facilities including
The international keynote speakers appreciated the quality of
»» Badminton. work presented in the conference and in particular, praised
»» Basketball the research and development of Mechatronics Engineering
»» Volleyball department.
»» Table Tennis
»» Swimming Pool
»» Billiard
»» Snooker
»» Hand Ball
»» Judo
»» Squash
»» Gymnasium (Ladies and Gents)

Tennis Courts
College has three tennis courts of international standard. One
hard and two clay courts are provided for youth events as well
as inter-company competitions.
Basketball Courts
A cemented basketball court is established inside college sports
complex
Gymnasium
Three state of the art and well equipped fitness centers /
gymnasiums have been established in the sports complex, two
for male and one for female students.
Stadium
The College has a beautiful stadium of international standards.
Athletics Ground
The College has a beautiful athletics ground of international
standards.

Events Open House

Annual Event of Open House & Job Fair is organized by
The College of E&ME regularly holds educational events on its department of Electrical Engineering at College E & ME. The
campus to stimulate the minds of its students. Some events objective of this event is to provide an opportunity to both,
have been briefly mentioned below: potential employers and the graduating students of the
College, to come closer and share their mutual interests and
National Engineering Robotics Contest strengthen the already existing links with the Industry. Students
The idea of National Engineering Robotics Contest (NERC) was exhibit Final Year Projects in the areas of Electrical, Mechanical,
initiated in the department of Mechatronics. The aim of this Computer and Mechatronics Engineering, focusing on practical
contest is to provide a platform to the engineering students and solutions of engineering problems during. Various delegates
their teachers/ supervisors from all over Pakistan to participate from prestigious companies participate in this event to conduct
in a contest of a multi-disciplinary field of Robotics with a interviews and Entry tests.
view to expand the knowledge of this field and its applications
in Pakistan. The theme of the competition is to build an
Autonomous Mobile Robot, which should be able to move in Computer Project Exhibition & Competition
a specified arena and complete some specified and predefined (COMPPEC)
task. The task is uploaded on the NERC website one year prior to All Pakistan Inter College/ University Software Exhibition and
the next year’s competition. This competition was started back Competition COMPPEC is organized by Department of Computer
in the year 2003. The Contest has now become one of the mega Engineering. The Department of Computer Engineering of this
events in the annual calendar of the NUST College of EME. It is college has the honor to successfully host COMPPEC for the last
well on its way to expand beyond the geographical boundaries fifteen years. COMPPEC provides a platform that facilitates the
to become an international contest. exchange of the state-of-the-art technologies, innovative ideas,
new trends, technical skills and modern programming tools in
the field of engineering sciences and information technology.

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 Inauguration of NCRA National Centre of
College of E&ME

Robotics and Automation

The Inauguration ceremony of National Center of Robotics
and Automation was held on May 23, 2018 at NUST College of
E&ME. Federal Minister for Interior and Minister for Planning,
Development and Reform Professor AhsanIqbal graced the
event as the Chief Guest. The center is a consortium of 11
labs over 13 Universities. This centre will go a long way in
harmonizing itself with Innovation Centre EME and Project
Manufacturing Lab to provide Opportunities to students from
all over Pakistan to innovate and implement ideas and generate
successful startups.
The following labs are part of the NCRA, and have been selected
through competitive evaluation and rigorous selection process
carried out by HEC and Planning Commission of Pakistan:
• Robot Maker Lab under NUST College of E&ME
• Robot Design and Development Lab at NUST College of
E&ME
• Human Centered Robotics Lab at UET Lahore and UCP
Lahore
• Industrial Monitoring and Automation Lab at ITU Lahore
• MEMs Sensor Design and Testing Lab at Air University
• Agricultural Robotics Lab at LUMS
• UAV Dependability Lab at FAST NU
• Swarm Robotics Lab at UET Taxila
• Haptics, Human-Robotics and Condition Monitoring Lab at
NED Karachi and MUET
• Control Automotive and Robotics Lab at BUITEM and MUST
• Advanced Robotics and Automation Lab at UET Peshawar

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Seminars/Workshops
To introduce new advances in research and innovation to the Industry and Academia, the college conducts various seminars/

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workshops on the wide ranging topics.

Alumni Reunion
EME Alumni reunion is an annual event arranged for the graduate of this College. This is an event that brings the graduates of this
college starting from the youngest most graduates to the oldest ones together on a same forum to share their memories and relive
the golden times spent in the corridors and lawns. It is an event that brings a lot of joy and memories to the graduates and family
members.

Olympiad
NUST EME Olympiad is organized by three foremost professional societies, the IEEE Student Chapter, Sports and Adventure Society
(SAS) and Society for Promotion of Arts and Literature (SPAL) to promote the cause of charity. Students from different National-
wide Universities, Colleges and Schools participate and contribute to the appeal of charity for flood affected people of Pakistan.

Contacts
Website
www.ceme.nust.edu.pk

Position Contact Info

Commandant +92-51-9247540
Dean +92-51-9247547
HoD CE&SE +92-51-2229564
HoD EE +92-51-9247539
HoD ME +92-51-9247546
HoD Mts +92-51-9247544
HoD BS&H +92-51-9247541
HoD EM +92-51-9247542
HOD DMTs +92-51-54444400

Helpline Fax
+92-51-9247550 +92-51-9247548

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Bachelors in Electrical Engineering

Department of Electrical Engineering is committed to provide high quality engineering education in Pakistan, second to none. The
Department offers postgraduate and undergraduate programmes in electrical engineering. The undergraduate programme of the
department is well reputed, organized and is built on the standard that enables our graduates to fulfill the national needs. On the
other hand, the postgraduate programme of our department strengthens the research requirements of the country by offering
blend of control, communication, microwave and electronics streams at master and PhD level. Various commercial valued national
projects are being completed by this department in collaboration with commercial and defense organizations.

Associated Careers
Electrical engineering graduates are in demand in a number of industries such as communication (including broadcast
communications, mobile communications), integrated circuit design, instrumentation, bio-medical engineering, avionics,
consumer electronics and computer networking, to name a few. Graduates can also pursue research, as MS & PhD students, or
join industrial laboratories.

Scheme of Studies Programme Code: W 603

Semester-I Semester-II
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
HU-100 English 2-0 HU-107 Pakistan Studies 2-0
CS-114 Fundamentals of Programming 2-1 MATH-121 Linear Algebra and ODEs 3-0
HU-101 Islamic Studies 2-0 ME-109 Engineering Drawing 0-2
MATH-101 Calculus and Analytical Geometry 3-0 HU-109 Communication Skills 2-0
ME-105 Workshop Practice 0-1 *ME-100 Engineering Mechanics 3-0
PHY-102 Applied Physics 2-1 *EE-211 Electrical Network
Analysis 3-1
*EE-111 Linear Circuit Analysis 3-1
Total 14-4 Total 13-3

Semester-III Semester-IV
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
*CS– 212 Object Oriented Programming 3-1 EE-215 Electronic Devices and 3-1
(OOP) Circuits
ME-102 EE-241 Electromagnetic Field 3-0
Thermodynamics
2-0 Theory
EE–221 Digital Logic Design EE-222 Microprocessor Systems 3-1
HU–212 Technical & Business Writing 2-0 MATH-232 Complex Variable and 3-0
Transforms
MATH–243 Vector Calculus 3-0 ECO-130 Engineering Economics 2-0
Total CHs 13-2 HU-212 Technical and Business 2-0
Writing
ME-211 Computer Aided Drawing 0-1 ME-337 Fluid Mechanics Lab 0-1
ME-115 Engineering Mechanics Lab 0-1 ME-232 Thermodynamics Lab 0-1
Total 15+4=19 EE-383 Instrumentation and 3-1
Measurements
EE-260 Electrical Machines 3-1
EE-313 Electronic Circuit Design 3-1
EE-232 Signals and Systems 3-1
MATH-361 Probability & Statistics 3-0
Note: Transfer students will take one additional course EE-111 Linear Circuit Analysis (3-1) in Total 15-4
3rd Semester
Note: Transfer students will take one additional course (EE-211 Electrical Network
Analysis (3-1) or ME-100 Engineering Mechanics (3-0)) in 4th Semester. 1x left over will
be taken in next Summer.

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Semester – V Semester – VI

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Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
EE-383 Instrumentation and Measurements 3-1 EE-351 Communication Systems 3-1

EE-260 Electrical Machines 3-1 EE-371 Linear Control Systems 3-1

EE-313 Electronic Circuit Design 3-1 EE-330 Digital Signal Processing 3-1

EE-232 Signals and Systems 3-1 MATH-351 Numerical Methods 3-0

MATH-361 Probability & Statistics 3-0 EC/EE- XXX Elective-I 3-X
Total 15-4 Total CHs 15-(3+X)

Semester – V II Semester – VIII

Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
OTM-455 Engineering Project Management 2-0 HU-222 Professional Ethics 2-0

EE-498 Senior Design Project-I 0-2 MGT-271 Entrepreneurship 2-0

EC/EE-XXX Elective-II (Tfr from sem VI) 3-X XX-XXX University Elective 3-X

EC/EE-XXX Elective-III 3-X EC/EE-XXX Elective-V 3-X

EC/EE-XXX Elective-IV 3-X EE-499 Senior Design Project-II 0-4
Total 11-(2+X) 105+24+X
Total CHs
(129+X)

Electives ME-478 Finite Element Methods 2-0

Course Code Course Title Credits ME-479 Gas Dynamics 2-0
ME-401 Fundamentals of Aerodynamics 2-0
ME-484 Gas Turbines 2-0
ME-408 Applied Heat Transfer 2-0
ME-485 Fuel Cell Technology 2-0
ME-409 Applied Thermodynamics 2-0
ME-412 Automotive Technology 2-0 ME-486 Power Plant Engineering 2-0

ME-413 Basic Naval Architecture 2-0 ME-487 Power System Analysis 2-0

ME-414 Computational Fluid Dynamics 2-0 ME-488 Renewable Energy Technologies 2-0

ME-415 Computer Aided Engineering 1-1 ME-489 Robotics and Automation 2-0

ME-416 Computer Aided Thermal System 1-1 ME-490 Ship Propulsion Engineering 2-0
Design
ME-491 Solar Energy Systems 2-0
ME-424 Introduction to Oil and Natural Gas 2-0
Engineering ME-492 Vehicle Design Performance 2-0
ME-429 Laser & its applications 2-0
ME-493 Production Tooling & Automation 2-0
ME-438 Mechanical Engineering Design 2-0
ME-496 Vehicle Dynamics 2-0
ME-470 Marine Environment Issues 2-0
ME-497 Advanced Engineering Design 2-0
ME-471 Optimization Techniques 2-0
ME-498 Power Train Systems 2-0
ME-473 Power Generation and Distribution 2-0
DME-480 Automotive Manufacturing Systems 2-0
ME-474 Electrical Machines 2-0
DME-481 Computer Applications in Automo- 2-0
ME-475 Energy Conversion and Power Elec- 2-0 bile Manufacturing
tronics DME-482 Computer Applications in Manufac- 2-0
ME-476 Engine Tribology 2-0 turing Systems
DME-483 Industrial Maintenance Manage- 2-0
ME-477 FEM applications in Automobile 2-0 ment

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DME-485 Logistics and Inventory Manage- 2-0

ment
DME-486 Ergonomics, Work Study and Meth- 2-0
ods Engineering
DME-487 FEM applications in Manufacturing 2-0

M&S-402 Introduction to Modeling and Simu- 1-1

lation
RIME-222 Introduction to Mechatronics Design 2-0
Fundamentals
Management Electives

ME-384 Operations Management 2-0

ME-427 Operations Research 2-0

ME-425 Total Quality Management 2-0

ME-428 Engineering Law 2-0

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MS and PhD in Electrical Engineering (Evening)
The Department of Electrical Engineering offers programs leading to the Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy degrees.

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Graduate study in the department is organized into following streams:
»» Control Systems
»» Signal Processing
»» Communication Systems
»» Solid State Electronics & Circuits
»» RF & Microwave MS
MS Electrical Engineering Degree Requirements:
The student must complete a total of 30 credits and meet the requirements specified below:
»» MS students are required to take at least 3 core courses (9 Cr Hrs) out of the pool of core courses. Selection of core courses will
be based on their relevance to the stream the student has been admitted to, and will be subject to prior approval of concerned
Head of Department.
»» In addition to the core courses an MS Student must complete a minimum of 3 courses (9 Cr Hrs) from the list of approved EE
courses, of the approved streams.
»» Furthermore, a Student will be allowed to take a maximum of 2 courses (6 Cr Hrs) from all the approved courses of other
engineering and basic sciences disciplines of NUST Schools / Institutes / Colleges with prior approval of HOD.
»» However a student may, in addition to completing 6 courses(18 Cr Hrs), to fulfill the requirements specified in para (a) and (b)
above, and in lieu of courses defined in para (c) above, may choose to complete the remaining 2 courses (6 Cr Hrs), by studying
approved EE courses from any of the streams.

List of core courses: EE-804 Photonic Devices 3

Course Code Course Title Credits EE-805 Semiconductor Processing 3
EE-801 Semiconductor Device Physics 3 EE-806 Thin Film Processing 3
EE-807 Thin Film Characterization 3
EE-802 Quantum Mechanics 3
EE-808 Digital Integrated Circuit Design 3
EE-803 Physical Electronics 3
EE-809 Analog Integrated Circuit Design 3
EE-826 Advanced VLSI Design 3
EE-900 Optoelectronic Devices & Materials 3
EE-847 Microwave Networks & Passive 3
Components EE-901 Power Electronics & Electric Drives 3

EE-849 Electromagnetic Field Analysis 3 EE-902 Nano-Electronics 3

EE-851 Advanced Digital Communication 3 EE-903 Advanced Semiconductor Device 3

Systems Theory

EE-852 Information & Coding Theory 3 EE-904 Microchip Fabrication Technology 3

EE-863 Power System Analysis 3 EE-905 Advanced Power Electronics 3

EE-871 Linear Control Systems 3 EE-906 Solid State Electronics 3

EE-891 Stochastic Systems 3 EE-907 Micro & Nano Fabrication 3

EE-862 Power System Operation & Control 3 EE-908 Ultra High Speed Nanoelectronic 3
EEE-800 OR Devices
Power System Operation, Control EE-909 Selected Topics in Electronics 3
and Optimization EE-898 Nanotechnology 3
EE-823 Advanced Digital System Design 3 EE-818 Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems 3
CE-825
EE-893 Data Acquisition & Mixed Signal 3
"EE-831 Advanced Digital Signal Processing 3 Design
CE-866"
NSE-821 Nano Fabrication by Self Assembly 3
EEE-801 Clean Energy Generation, Integration 3
NSE-845 Nano Lithography and Device Fabri- 3
and Storage
cation
EEE-802 Advanced Power System Stability 3
and Transient Studies  Electro - Medical Stream 
EE-877 Mobile Robotics 3 MATH-816 Applied Linear Algebra 3
SE-807 Machine Learning 3 EE-811 Biomedical Imaging 3
EEE-802 Advanced Power System Stability 3 EE-812 Medical Image Processing & Analysis 3
and Transient Studies EE-813 Computational Pathology 3
EE-877 Mobile Robotics 3 EE-814 Cardiac Signal Processing 3
SE-807 Machine Learning 3 EE-815 Computational Molecular Biology 3
 Solid State Electronics and Circuits  EE-816 Telemedicine Systems 3
MATH-816 Applied Linear Algebra 3 EE-817 Tissue & Cell Engineering 3

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Systems
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MATH-816 Applied Linear Algebra 3

EE-910 Biomaterials & Drug Delivery 3
EE-840 RF MEMS: Theory and Applications 3
EE-919 Selected Topics in Biomedical Engi- 3
neering EE-841 Electromagnetic Theory 3
CSE-888 Computational Modeling of Physi- 3 EE-842 Microwave Communication System 3
ological Systems Design
MM-895 Bio-Informatics 3 EE-843 Microwave Transmission Lines & 3
Waveguides
BMES-811 Signals & Images in Medicine 3
EE-844 Antennas & Wave Propagation 3
BMES-812 Medical Devices Design & Standards 3
EE-845 EMC/EMI 3
BMES-813 Biomedical Instrumentation 3
EE-846 Microwave Photonics 3
BMES-815 Biosensors and Instrumentation 3
EE-848 Radiating Systems & Antennas 3
BMES-821 Human Physiology and Anatomy 3
EE-940 Advanced RF Measurements 3
BMES-833 Prosthetics and Rehabilitation 3
EE-941 RF Transceiver Design 3
BMES-842 Advanced Biomaterials 3
EE-942 Microwave Integrated Circuit Design 3
BME-822 Selected Topics in Biomedical Engi- 3
neering EE-943 Microwave Devices I 3
BME-831 Bio Fluid Mechanics 3 EE-944 Microwave Devices II 3
EE-945 Computational Electromagnetics 3
Digital Systems
EE-946 Advanced Antenna Theory and 3
MATH-816 Applied Linear Algebra 3
Design
"EE-821 Advanced Embedded System Design 3
EE-947 Microwave Devices & Systems 3
MTS-841" Advanced Embedded Systems 3
EE-948 Advance Electromagnetic Fields 3
EE-822 ASIC Design Methodology 3
EE-949 Selected Topics in Microwave Engi- 3
EE-824 Real Time Systems 3
neering
EE-825 System Level Packaging 3
EE-896 Electrodynamics of Plasmas 3
EE-827 Mixed Signal IC Design 3
EE-895 Analysis of Measurement Environ- 3
EE-828 Computerized Tomography Systems 3 ment
EE-829 Digital Data Acquisition & Control 3 Telecommunication / Communication
EE-920 System Validation 3
Systems
EE-921 System on Chip Architecture 3
MATH-816 Applied Linear Algebra 3
EE-922 Design of Fault-Tolerant Systems 3
EE-853 Advanced Wireless Communication 3
EE-929 Selected Topics in Digital Systems 3
EE-854 Optical Communication Systems 3
CSE-811 Advanced Computer Architecture 3
EE-855 Error Control Coding 3
CE-820
EE-856 Software Defined Radio 3
Signal Processing
EE-857 Advanced Satellite Communication 3
MATH-816 Applied Linear Algebra 3 Systems
EE-832 Pattern Recognition 3 EE-858 Communication Project Manage- 3
EE-833 DSP Hardware System Design 3 ment
EE-834 Applied Signal Processing 3 EE-859 Performance Analysis of Communi- 3
EE-835 Multirate Systems & Filter Banks 3 cation Networks
EE-836 Advanced Digital Image Processing 3 EE-950 Advanced Data Communication 3
Systems
EE-837 Advanced Topics in Computer Vision 3
& Image Processing EE-951 Radar Systems 3
EE-838 Filtering & Tracking 3 EE-959 Selected Topics in Communication 3
Systems
EE-839 Adaptive Filters 3
Note:
EE-930 Spatial Array Processing 3 1. Offering of Elective Courses in all the specialization streams is
EE-931 DSP Software System Design 3 subject to the availability of faculty and class strength.
2. PhD students will complete additional requirement of 800/900
EE-932 Speech Processing 3 level coursework (18 credit hours) other than the courses
EE-933 Time Frequency Analysis 3 studied during their Masters Program as recommended by the
doctoral Guidance and Examination Committee. They would also
EE-939 Selected Topics in Signal Processing
carryout original and independent research work to produce PhD
CS-867 Computer Vision 3 thesis (EE-999 PhD Thesis) which is a mandatory requirement for
CE-803 award of PhD degree.
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CSE-812 RF Communication System Design 3 EE-875 Discrete Time Control Systems 3
EE-881 Advanced Communication Networks 3 EE-876 Probabilistic Robotics 3
EE-882 Cognitive Radio Networks 3 EE-877 Mobile Robotics 3
EE-883 Wireless Sensor & Mesh Networks 3 EE-878 System Identification 3
EE-884 Photonic Networks 3 EE-879 Robust Control 3
EE-885 Broadband Networks 3 EE-970 Advanced Robotics 3
EE-886 Advanced Wireless Networks 3 EE-971 "Modeling & Simulation of Dynamic 3
EE-887 Network Switching & Routing 3 ME-816 Systems 3
Modeling and Simulation of Dynamic
EE-888 Advanced Computer Network Design 3
Systems "
& System Security
EE-972 Advanced Digital Control Systems 3
EE-889 Network and Service Management 3
and Control EE-973 Control System Optimization 3
EE-989 Selected Topics in Networks 3 EE-974 Networked & Embedded Control 3
Systems
CSE-820 Advanced Computer Networks 3
EE-975 Robust & Multivariable Control 3
CSE-879 Network Performance Analysis 3
EE-976 Optimal & Multivariable Control 3
Power EE-977 Nonlinear Control Systems 3
MATH-816 Applied Linear Algebra 3
EE-978 Convex Optimization 3
EEE-811 Electric Power Quality 3
EE-979 Selected Topics in Control Systems 3
EEE-812 Advanced Power System Protection 3
EE-894 Cognitive Robotics 3
EEE-813 Computer Modelling of Electrical 3
EE-892 Instrumentation & Systems 3
Power Systems
EM-800 Robotics - 1 3
EEE-814 Advanced Power Electronics 3
EM-805 Robotics - 2 3
EEE-815 Electric Power Generation Transmis- 3
sion and Distribution MTS-800 Advanced Robotics I 3
EEE-816 Electric Power Markets 3 MTS-801 Advanced Robotics II 3
EEE-817 High Voltage Engineering 3 MTS-840 Data Acquisition and Control 3
EE-861 Alternating Current Electrical Ma- 3 ME-837 Nonlinear Dynamics 3
chines and Drives ME-812 Advanced Control Systems-I 3
ESE-803 Photovoltaic Devices 3 AI Autonomous Systems
ESE-813 Energy Economics and Policy 3 EE-836 Advanced Digital Image Processing 3
ESE-814 Fuel Cells 3 EE-876 Probabilistic Robotics 3
ESE-817 Wind Energy 3 EE-837 Advanced Topics in Computer Vision 3
ESE-820 Energy and Environment 3 & Image Processing
ESE-824 Nuclear Energy Engineering 3 EE-897 Detection & Estimation 3
ESE-835 Materials Science and Engineering 3 EE-970 Advanced Robotics 3
ESE-836 Li-ion and Next Generation Batteries 3 EE-839 Adaptive Filters 3
ESE-837 Electrochemical Energy Storage and 3 EE-832 Pattern Recognition 3
Conversion EE-871 Linear Control Systems 3
ESE-838 Development and Evaluation of 3 EE-821 Advanced Embedded System Design 3
Energy Projects
EE-878 System Identification 3
ESE-909 Smart Grid Architecture 3
SE-801 Artificial Neural Networks 3
EE-861 Alternating Current Electrical Ma- 3
chines and Drives CS-867 Computer Vision 3

EE-864 Advanced Machines 3 SYSE-804 Modeling, Simulation & Optimiza- 3

tion
EE-865 Power Generation Operation & 3
Control MATH-816 Applied Linear Algebra 3

EE-969 Selected Topics in Power Systems 3 Energy Policy & Management

Control Systems Energy Policy & Economics Pool
MATH-816 Applied Linear Algebra 3 CE-886 Water Resources, Economics, Plan- 3
ning and Management
EE-872 Optimal Control 3
EE-873 Fuzzy Control 3
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 ECO-682 Economics of Environment and 3 CS-882 Advanced Information Security 3
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Natural Resources CSE-812 Distributed Systems and Resource 3
ECO-704 Applied Microeconomics 3 Optimization
ECO-726 Applied Econometrics 3 CSE-842 Communication Systems & Networks 3
ECO-932 Development Policy and Planning 3 CSE-843 Performance Analysis of Communi- 3
EEE-816 Electric Power Markets 3 cation Systems

ESE-813 Energy Economics and Policy 3 CSE-844 Performance Analysis of Networks 3

ESE-831 Energy Policy Analysis and Planning 3 SE-801 Artificial Neural Networks 3

ESE-838 Development and Evaluation of 3 SE-807 Machine Learning 3

Energy Projects SE-808 Bio Informatics Systems 3
Energy Management Pool SE-826 Advanced Computer Network Design 3
and System Security
ESE-819 Environmental Impact Assessment 3
SE-828 Network Security 3
ESE-820 Energy and Environment 3
SE-851 Wavelet Compression 3
ESE-832 Energy and Climate Change 3
SE-865 Human computer Interface 3
ESE-833 Industrial Energy Management 3
SE-898 Research Methodologies 3
ESE-834 Sustainable Buildings 3
Thesis / Research
EE-899 MS Thesis 6
EEE-899 MS Thesis (MS EEP) 6
EE-999 PhD Thesis 30
RM-898 Research Methodology 2
SEM/WKSP- Seminar / Workshop 1
897
SEM/WKSP- Seminar / Workshop 1
997
Courses of other Departments(Information
/ Systems / Computational & Software
Engineering) approved for MS/PhD
Electrical Engineering
MATH-812 Advanced Engineering Mathematics 3
MATH-816 Applied Linear Algebra 3
MATH-850 Advanced Numerical Analysis 3
IS-820 Computer Security 3
IS-822 Wireless Network Security 3
IS-827 Electronic Warfare – Principles and 3
Techniques
IS-851 Secure Communications 3
IS-852 Data Communication Networks & 3
Security
IS-855 Information Hiding 3
IS-863 Cellular and Mobile Network Secu- 3
rity
IS-893 Micro & Nano Fabrication 3
SYSE-804 Modeling, Simulation & Optimiza- 3
tion
SYSE-844 Communication System Engineering 3
SYSE-845 Advanced Communication System 3
and Network Security
SYSE-861 Introduction to C4I2SR System Engi- 3
neering
SYSE-862 Architecting C4I System of Systems 3

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Department of Mechanical Engineering

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The Department faculty possesses an impressive competence in their respective areas of specialty through their academic and
industrial experiences. All faculty members in the Department are committed to the development and teaching of the programme
in additions to maintaining continuity and academic standards.
The Department is actively engaged in research in the areas of Thermofluids and Manufacturing Engineering Systems. Manufacturing
Research Group is committed to advanced industrial capability in a globally competitive marketplace by control of manufacturing
processes, precision manufacturing, nano/micromolding, rapid prototyping and manufacturing. The research activities of the
Thermofluids Research Group cover application areas such as Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, CFD, Turbo-machinery, Micro-
fluidics, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, and Environmental Fluid Mechanics with a strong emphasis on computational modeling.

Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering

The Programme is designed to inculcate a comprehensive understanding of theory and practice related to structural mechanics,
thermofluids, and manufacturing. It is a unique blend of engineering sciences with well-balanced laboratory work, design project
and manufacturing processes with extensive usage of computers and latest software packages.

Scheme of Studies Programme Code: 302

Semester-I Semester-II
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
MATH-101 Calculus & Analytical Geometry 3-0 MATH-121 Linear Algebra & ODEs 3-0
HU-100 English 2-0 ME-221 Engineering Materials 3-0
HU-107 Pakistan Studies 2-0 ME-113 Engineering Mechanics-I: Statics 3-0
CH-109 Applied Chemistry 2-0 HU-101 Islamic Studies 2-0
PHY-102 Applied Physics 2-1 HU-109 Communication Skills 2-0
CS-114 Fundamentals of Programming 2-1 ME-109 Engineering Drawing 0-2
ME-105 Workshop Practice 0-1 MATH-121 Linear Algebra & ODEs 3-0
ME-130 Thermodynamics-I 3-0
Total 13-3=16 Total 13-2=15
* EGR-100 (1-0) is not counted towards GPA calculation

Semester-III Semester-IV
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
MATH-232 Complex Variables and 3-0 MATH-351 Numerical Methods 3-0
Transforms
ME-230 Fluid Mechanics-I 3-0 ME-210 Mechanics of Materials-I 3-0
ME-130 Thermodynamics-I 3-0 ME-330 Fluid Mechanics-II 3-0
ME-114 Engineering Mechanics-II: 3-0 ME-231 Thermodynamics-II 3-0
Dynamics
EE-103 Electrical Engineering 2-1 EE-227 Electronics Engineering 2-1
ME-223 Advanced Workshop Practice 1-1 HU-212 Technical and Business Writing 2-0
ME-211 Computer Aided Drawing 0-1 ME-337 Fluid Mechanics Lab 0-1
ME-115 Engineering Mechanics Lab 0-1 ME-232 Thermodynamics Lab 0-1
CSL-401 Community Service & Learning 0-2*
Total 15-4=19 Total 16-3=19

Semester-V Semester-VI
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
ME-218 Machine Design-I 3-0 ME-310 Mechanics of Machines 3-0
ME-212 Mechanics of Materials-II 3-0 ME-327 Instrumentation and Measurement 2-1
ME-331 Heat & Mass Transfer 3-0 ME-320 Machine Design-II 2-0
ME-322 Manufacturing Processes 3-1 MATH-361 Probability & Statistics 3-0
ME-325 Engineering Economics 2-0 XXX- Technical Elective-1 2-0
ME-216 Mechanics of Materials Lab 0-1 ME-326 Heating, Ventilating and Air 3-0
Conditioning
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CSL-401 Community Service Learning 0-2*

Total 16- Total 15-2=
3=19 17+2*

Semester-VII Semester-VIII
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
MGT-271 Entrepreneurship 2-0 HU-222 Professional Ethics 2-0

ME-411 Introduction to Finite Element 2-1 ME-420 Project Management 2-0

Analysis (Management Elective)
ME-421 Mechanical Vibrations 3-0 ME-424 Health, Safety and Environment 1-0
ME-433 Mechanisms and Mechanical 0-1 XXX Technical Elective-3 2-0
Vibrations Lab
XXX Technical Elective-2 2-0 ME-439 Internal Combustion Engines 3-0
ME-430 Power Plants 3-0 ME-431 IC Engines & Power Plants Lab 0-1
ME-499 Final Year Project-1 0-3 ME-498 Internship (Pass/Fail basis) -
Total 12- ME-499 Final Year Project-II 0-3
5=17
Total 10-4=14
Grand Total 136-2*
Electives
Course Code Course Title Credits ME-466 Ship Propulsion Engineering 2-0
ME-401 Fundamentals of Aerodynamics 2-0 ME-488 Renewable Energy Technologies 2-0
ME-408 Applied Heat Transfer 2-0 ME-489 Robotics and Automation 2-0
ME-409 Applied Thermodynamics 2-0 ME-490 Ship Propulsion Engineering 2-0
ME-412 Automotive Technology 2-0 ME-491 Solar Energy Systems 2-0
ME-413 Basic Naval Architecture 2-0 ME-492 Vehicle Design Performance 2-0
ME-414 Computational Fluid Dynamics 2-0 ME-493 Production Tooling & Automation 2-0
ME-415 Computer Aided Engineering 1-1 ME-496 Vehicle Dynamics 2-0
ME-416 Computer Aided Thermal System 1-1 ME-497 Advanced Engineering Design 2-0
Design ME-498 Power Train Systems 2-0
ME-424 Introduction to Oil and Natural 2-0 DME-480 Automotive Manufacturing 2-0
Gas Engineering Systems
ME-429 Laser & its applications 2-0 DME-481 Computer Applications in 2-0
ME-438 Mechanical Engineering Design 2-0 Automobile Manufacturing
ME-470 Marine Environment Issues 2-0 DME-482 Computer Applications in 2-0
Manufacturing Systems
ME-471 Optimization Techniques 2-0
DME-483 Industrial Maintenance 2-0
ME-473 Power Generation and 2-0
Management
Distribution
DME-484 Logic Design & Micro-processors 2-0
ME-474 Electrical Machines 2-0
DME-485 Logistics and Inventory 2-0
ME-475 Energy Conversion and Power 2-0
Management
Electronics
DME-486 Ergonomics, Work Study and 2-0
ME-476 Engine Tribology 2-0
Methods Engineering
ME-477 FEM applications in Automobile 2-0
DME-487 FEM applications in 2-0
ME-478 Finite Element Methods 2-0 Manufacturing
ME-479 Gas Dynamics 2-0 M&S-402 Introduction to Modeling and 1-1
ME-484 Gas Turbines 2-0 Simulation
ME-485 Fuel Cell Technology 2-0 RIME-222 Introduction to Mechatronics 2-0
ME-384 Operations Management 2-0 Design Fundamentals

ME-427 Operations Research 2-0 ME-425 Total Quality Management 2-0

ME-487 Power System Analysis 3-0 ME-483 Power Train Systems 2-0
ME-428 Engineering Law 2-0
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MS and PhD in Mechanical Engineering (Evening)

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Focus Areas: Dynamics & Control/Computational Mechanics/Product & Manufacturing Systems
Design/Thermofluids

The curriculum of the programme has been developed to build upon the foundation of their mechanical engineering and technical
skills learnt in their bachelor’s course. A blend of coursework and research tailored to the needs of industry and students will equip
the student to carry out R&D in industry or pursue a career in academia.

Why join this program?

Mechanical engineering is the backbone for technical development of any country. The demand for competent mechanical
engineers is never satiated. This programme will enable the student to improve his knowledge as well as inculcate in him research
capabilities, as well as communication skills. The faculty members are professional engineers and scientists, each actively engaged
in research work in his chosen field.

MS/PhD Coursework Programme Code: 351

Core Courses (Common to all the four ME-898 Special Topics 3
Specializations) MTS-852 Advanced Measurement Techniques 3
Course Code Course Title Credits RM-896 Research Methodologies 3
MATH-812 Advanced Engineering Mathematics 3 Computational Mechanics
ME-801 Optimization of Engineering Systems 3 EM-843 Advanced Research Methods 3
ME-802 Finite Element Methods 3 MATH-850 Advanced Numerical Analysis 3
ME-803 Continuum Mechanics 3 ME-815 Advanced Modeling & Simulation 3
ME-899 MS Thesis 6 ME-817 Advanced Theory of Vibrations 3
ME-820 Advanced Instrumentation and 3
Stream 1: Dynamics & Control experimental methods
Course Code Course Title Credits ME-831 Computational Fluid Dynamics-I 3
EE-873 Fuzzy Control 3 ME-832 Parallel & Distributed Simulation for 3
EE-977 Nonlinear Control Systems 3 Research
EM-800 Introduction to Advanced Robotics 3 ME-833 Computational Fluid Dynamics-II 3
EM-806 Operations Research 3 ME-834 Fracture Mechanics 3
MATH-850 Advanced Numerical Analysis 3 ME-835 Advanced Mechanics of Materials 3
ME-811 Modeling & Artificial Intelligence 3 ME-836 Theory of Elasticity 3
ME-812 Advanced Control Systems-I 3 ME-837 Nonlinear Dynamics 3
ME-813 Advanced Control Systems-II 3 ME-838 Advanced Stress Analysis 3
ME-814 Digital Control Systems 3 ME-839 Advanced Finite Element Analysis 3
ME-815 Advanced Modeling & Simulation 3 ME-840 Computational Fluid Dynamics and 3
ME-816 Modeling & Simulation of Dynamic 3 Heat Transfer
Systems ME-841 Finite Element Analysis of 3
ME-817 Advanced Theory of Vibrations 3 Composite
ME-818 Kinematics & Rigid Body Dynamics 3 ME-851 Advanced Manufacturing Processes 3
ME-819 Instrumentation & Data Acquisition 3 ME-857 Product Design Fundamentals 3
Systems ME-859 Mechanics of Fibre Reinforced 3
ME-820 Advanced Instrumentation and 3 Composites (FRC Materials)
experimental methods ME-861 Theory of Plasticity 3
ME-831 Computational Fluid Dynamics-I 3 ME-874 Reliability Based Design 3
ME-837 Nonlinear Dynamics 3 ME-881 Advanced Fluid Mechanics 3
ME-852 Rapid Prototyping, Tooling & 3 ME-882 Heat & Mass Transfer 3
Manufacturing ME-883 Gas Dynamics 3
ME-853 Manufacturing System Design & 3 ME-898 Special Topics 3
Management
MTS-858 Smart Materials & Structures 3
ME-854 Computer Integrated Manufacturing 3

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Product & Manufacturing Systems Design Design

EM-806 Operations Research 3 EM-843 Advanced Research Methods 3
EM-843 Advanced Research Methods 3 MATH-850 Advanced Numerical Analysis 3
MATH-850 Advanced Numerical Analysis 3 ME-817 Advanced Theory of Vibrations 3
ME-812 Advanced Control Systems-I 3 ME-818 Kinematics & Rigid Body Dynamics 3
ME-816 Modeling & Simulation of Dynamic 3 ME-824 Engine Tribology 3
Systems ME-834 Fracture Mechanics 3
ME-818 Kinematics & Rigid Body Dynamics 3 ME-836 Theory of Elasticity 3
ME-819 Instrumentation & Data Acquisition 3 ME-837 Nonlinear Dynamics 3
Systems
ME-838 Advanced Stress Analysis 3
ME-834 Fracture Mechanics 3
ME-851 Advanced Manufacturing Processes 3
ME-835 Advanced Mechanics of Materials 3
ME-855 Material Selection & Design 3
ME-836 Theory of Elasticity 3
ME-857 Product Design Fundamentals 3
ME-841 Finite Element Analysis of 3
Composite ME-858 Laser Material Processing 3

ME-842 Additive Manufacturing 3 ME-862 Advanced Engineering Materials 3

ME-851 Advanced Manufacturing Processes 3 ME-865 Lean and Agile Manufacturing 3

ME-852 Rapid Prototyping, Tooling & 3 ME-866 Industrial Design and Human Factor 3
Manufacturing ME-867 Quality and Reliability Management 3
ME-853 Manufacturing System Design & 3 ME-868 Operations Management 3
Management ME-869 Project Management 3
ME-854 Computer Integrated Manufacturing 3 ME-870 Supply Chain Management 3
ME-855 Material Selection & Design 3 ME-871 Product Design & Development 3
ME-856 Joining of Materials & Structures 3 ME-873 Advanced Engineering Design 3
ME-857 Product Design Fundamentals 3 ME-874 Reliability Based Design 3
ME-858 Laser Material Processing 3 ME-875 Computer Aided Engineering Design 3
ME-859 Mechanics of Fibre Reinforced 3 ME-876 Product Design and Development 3
Composites (FRC Materials)
ME-898 Special Topics 3
ME-860 Form Synthesis & Stress Analysis of 3
RM-896 Research Methodologies 3
Machinery
Thermofluids
ME-861 Theory of Plasticity 3
EM-806 Operations Research 3
ME-862 Advanced Engineering Materials 3
MATH-850 Advanced Numerical Analysis 3
ME-863 Product Lifecycle Management 3
ME-816 Modeling & Simulation of Dynamic 3
ME-864 Advanced Manufacturing 3
Systems
Technologies
ME-819 Instrumentation & Data Acquisition 3
ME-865 Lean and Agile Manufacturing 3
Systems
ME-866 Industrial Design and Human Factor 3
ME-820 Advanced Instrumentation and 3
ME-867 Quality and Reliability Management 3 experimental methods
ME-868 Operations Management 3 ME-831 Computational Fluid Dynamics-I 3
ME-869 Project Management 3 ME-832 Parallel & Distributed Simulation for 3
ME-870 Supply Chain Management 3 Research
ME-871 Product Design & Development 3 ME-840 Computational Fluid Dynamics and 3
ME-874 Reliability Based Design 3 Heat transfer
ME-875 Computer Aided Engineering Design 3 ME-855 Material Selection & Design 3
ME-876 Product Design and Development 3 ME-858 Laser Material Processing 3
ME-898 Special Topics 3 ME-881 Advanced Fluid Mechanics 3
MTS-820 Advanced Manufacturing Design 3 ME-882 Heat & Mass Transfer 3
Techniques ME-883 Gas Dynamics 3
MTS-851 Precision Manufacturing Systems 3 ME-884 Convection Heat Transfer 3
MTS-852 Advanced Measurement Techniques 3 ME-885 Thermal System Design 3
MTS-858 Smart Materials & Structures 3 ME-886 Power Plant Engineering 3

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ME-888 Radiation Heat Transfer 3 ESE-810 Computer Applications in Energy 3
ME-889 Conduction Heat Transfer 3 Systems
ME-890 Advanced Turbo Machinery 3 ESE-811 Solar Energy 3
ME-891 Internal Combustion Engines 3 ESE-812 Energy Management in Buildings 3
ME-892 Advanced Propulsion 3 ESE-813 Energy Economics & Policy 3
ME-893 Advanced Combustion 3 ESE-814 Fuel Cells 3
ME-894 Advanced Refrigeration and 3 ESE-816 Development & Evaluation of 3
Airconditioning Energy Projects
ME-898 Special Topics 3 ESE-817 Wind Energy 3
RM-896 Research Methodologies 3 ESE-818 Power Distribution Systems 3
(Thermal & Energy Stream) - CEME, PNEC, ESE-819 Environment Impact Assessment 3
SMME ESE-821 Energy Resources & Technologies 3
Core Courses ME-898 Special Topics 3
MATH-812 Advanced Engineering Mathematics 3 RM-896 Research Methodologies 3
ME-884 Convection Heat Transfer 3 PhD Courses (Any Six)
ME-881 Advanced Fluid Mechanics 3 ME-931 Internal Combustion Engine 3
Technology
ME-831 Computational Fluid Dynamics-I 3
ME-932 Combustion and Pollution Chemistry 3
ME-899 MS Thesis 6
ME-933 Industrial Energy Management 3
Thermal Power & Fluids Engg
ME-934 Economical Aspects of Energy 3
MATH-850 Advanced Numerical Analysis 3
Conversion
ME-802 Finite Element Methods 3
ME-935 Renewable Energy 3
ME-816 Modeling & Simulation of Dynamic 3
ME-936 Solar Technologies 3
Systems
ME-937 Vehicle Design and Analysis 3
ME-819 Instrumentation & Data Acquisition 3
Systems ME-938 Mechanical Vibration and Noise 3
ME-832 Parallel & Distributed Simulation for 3 ME-939 Mechatronics and Robotics 3
Research Applications
ME-855 Material Selection & Design 3 ME-940 Vehicle Dynamics and Control 3
ME-867 Quality and Reliability Management 3 ME-941 Analytical Dynamics 3
ME-869 Project Management 3 ME-942 Advanced Stress Analysis 3
ME-883 Gas Dynamics 3 ME-943 Laser Manufacturing 3
ME-885 Thermal Systems Design 3 ME-944 Special topics for PhD program 3
ME-886 Power Plant Engineering 3 ME-999 PhD Thesis 30
ME-887 Sustainable Energy Systems 3 Additional Course PhD
ME-888 Radiation Heat Transfer 3 SEM/WKSP- Seminar / Workshop 1
997
ME-889 Conduction Heat Transfer 3
Additional Courses MS
ME-890 Advanced Turbo Machinery 3
RM-898 Research Methodology 2
ME-891 Internal Combustion Engines 3
SEM/WKSP- Seminar / Workshop 1
ME-898 Special Topics 3
897
MEA-801 Fundamentals of Maintenance 3
MEA-802 Maintenance Planning & Control 3 Note:
MEA-803 Failure Analysis & Condition Based 3 1. Offering of Elective Courses in all the specialization streams is subject to
Maintenance the availability of faculty and class strength.
2. Students to take a minimum of two courses from the correspond-
RM-896 Research Methodologies 3 ing stream, and maximum two courses from any other NUST approved
school/college.
Energy Systems Engg 3. For all the specialization streams, course(s) from other departments/con-
ENV-804 Energy & Environment 3 stituent colleges, schools or institutions of NUST, may be recommended,
if considered necessary by Department of Mechanical Engineering, NUST
ESE-800 Clean Coal Technologies 3 College of E&ME.
ESE-801 Biofuel Engineering 3 4. PhD students will complete additional requirement of 800/900 level
coursework (18 credit hours) other than the courses studied during their
ESE-802 Photobioreactor Engineering & Bio- 3 Masters Programme as recommended by the doctoral Guidance and Ex-
Processing amination Committee. They would also carryout original and independent
research work to produce PhD thesis (ME-999 PhD Thesis) which is a man-
datory requirement for award of PhD degree.
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Department of Computer & Software Engineering

College of E&ME
Bachelors in Computer Engineering
The programme provides high quality engineering education with a sound theoretical foundation and hands-on practice of
developing and designing computer hardware as well as software systems and products to prepare them for leadership in industry,
business, academia and government departments.

Scheme of Studies Programme Code: 303

Semester-I Semester-II
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
HU–100 English 2-0 *EC 120 Computer Organization 2-1
CS–114 Fundamentals of Programming 2-1 HU–101 Islamic Studies 2-0
HU–107 Pakistan Studies 2-0 MATH 121 Linear Algebra & ODE 3-0
PHY-102 Applied Physics 2-1 ME –104 Engineering Drawing 0-2
MATH–101 Calculus and Analytical Geometry 3-0 HU-109 Communication Skills 2-0
ME–105 Workshop Practice 0-1 *EE 211 Electrical Network Analysis 3-1
*EE–111 Linear Circuit Analysis 3-1 Total 16
Total 18

Semester-III Semester-IV
MATH 161 Discrete Mathematics 3-0 EC 220 Computer System Architecture 3-1
CS-212 Object Oriented Programming 3-1 EC 200 Data Structures 3-1
EC-210 Logic and Sequential Circuit Design 3-1 MATH- 232 Complex Variables and Transforms 3-0
EE–215 Electronic Devices and Circuits 3-1 EC 221 Operating Systems 3-0
EC 301 Computer Graphics 2-1 EC 103 Computer Application in Engg Design 2-1
HU 212 Technical and Business Writing 2-1
Total 18 Total 20

Semester-V Semester-VI
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
EC-310 Microprocessor and 3-1 EC-313 Digital Signal Processing (CE Depth 3-1
Microcontroller Based Design Elective-I)
EC-330 Computer Networks 3-1 EE–371 Linear Control Systems 3-1
MATH-351 Numerical Methods 3-0 EC 312 Digital Image Processing 2-1
EE-232 Signals & Systems 3-1 HU 222 Professional Ethics 2-0
ME-100 Engineering Mechanics 3-0 MATH 361 TProbability and Statistics 3-0
CSL 401 Community Service Learning 1-1
Total 18 Total 18

Semester-VII Semester-VIII
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
EC-350 AI and Decision Support System 3-1 MGT-271 Entrepreneurship 2-0
EC 431 Digital Communication 2-1 ECO-130 Engineering Economics 2-0
OTM 455 Engineering Project Management 2-0 EC 430 Mobile Networks (CE Depth Elective- 2-1
III)
EC-410 Digital System Design (CE Depth 3-1 EC 499 Final Year Project-II 0-4
Elective-II)
EC-240 Database Engineering 3-1 EC-360 Software Engineering (CE Depth 3-0
Elective-IV)
EC 499 Final Year Project - I 0-2
Total 10
Total 18 Grand Total 136

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Course Code Course Title Credits

EC-360 Software Engineering 3-0
EC-313 Digital Signal Processing 3-1
EC-301 Computer Graphics 2-1
EC-303 Mobile Application Development for SME’s 2-1
EC-430 Mobile Networks 2-1
EC-410 Digital System Design 3-1
EC 460 Software Design & Testing 2-1
EC-432 Wireless Communication 2-1
EM-430 Introduction to Robotics 3-0
EM-440 Industrial Automation 2-1
EE-473 Fuzzy Control 3-0
EC-411 Digital Instrumentation and Systems 2-1
EC-433 Integrated Services over Packet Networks 2-1
EE-216 Electrical Machines 2-1
EE-439 Laser and its Applications 2-0
EE-416 Energy Conversion & Power Electronics 3-1
EC-434 Cloud Computing 2-1

** EGR-100 and CSL-401 are not counted towards GPA Calculation

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MS and PhD in Computer Engineering

About the University

The objective of this programme is to train students to contribute towards advanced Computer Engineering technology research
and to apply emerging research results for development of computer systems. Graduates will have advanced knowledge and skills
to perform more effectively in the application, evaluation, design and technical competence in the foundation areas of computer
systems engineering. The subjects with modular course structure are taught by leading researchers. The courses focus on coherent
computer systems in engineering themes, providing a balance, coordinated and application-oriented coverage of up-to-date topics.

Why join this program?

The programme prepares students to gain advanced knowledge and skills to meet present-day challenges. The faculty is PhD
qualified from renowned universities of the world.

Scheme of Studies Programme Code: 352

Core courses
Course Code Course Title Credits
CE-825 Advanced Digital System Design 3
CE-820 Advanced Computer Architecture 3
CE-866 Advanced Digital Signal Processing 3
CE-899 MS Thesis 6

Computer Engineering (Any Five)

Course Code Course Title Credits
CE-803 Computer Vision 3
CE-812 Advanced Operating System 3
CE-822 Parallel Processing Computer Systems 3
CE-830 Adaptive Control 3
CE-833 Pattern Recognition and Analysis 3
CE-835 Digital Image Processing 3
CE-847 Digital Communication 3
CE-848 Wireless Communication 3
CE-849 Bio-inspired Telecommunications 3
CE-863 Analysis of Stochastic System 3
CE-880 Advanced Software Engineering 3
CE-910 Selected Topics in Computer Network and Distributed Systems 3
CE-912 Advanced Topics in Wireless Networks 3
CSE-804 Machine Learning 3
CSE-881 Advanced Object Oriented Analysis and Desisgn 3
EE-833 DSP Hardware System Design 3
EE-853 Advanced Wireless Communication 3
MATH-851 Numerical Analysis 3
RM-896 Research Methodologies 3
SE-801 Artificial Neural Network 3
CE-999 PhD Thesis 30
Additional Courses
RM-898 Research Methodology 2
SEM/WKSP- Seminar / Workshop 1
897
SEM/WKSP- Seminar / Workshop 1
997

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College of E&ME

The objective of computer software engineering programme is to prepare students for a variety of rewarding careers. Innovation and
creativity is the major focus of the program. A range of subjects help students in acquiring skills and qualities needed to contribute
to this very attractive discipline. Knowledge gained through this programme prepares students for professional competence of
software applications in the field of computing, communication and information systems.

Why join this program?

Software engineering programme prepares students to gain advanced knowledge and to meet present-day challenges. The
curriculum has been designed to match the skills and aspiration of the students and to keep pace with rapid advancement to
meet growing needs of software and computing technologies. The faculty teaching the courses is PhD qualified from renowned
universities of the world.

Scheme of Studies
Programme Code: 354

Semester- I
Core courses SE-808 Bio Informatics System 3
(Common to all the Specializations) SE-830 Adv Algorithm Analysis 3
Course Code Course Title Credits SE-835 Adv Algorithmic Graph Theory 3
SE-860 Advanced Software Engineering 3 SE-810 Data Engineering 3
SE-861 Software System Design & 3 SE-880 Adv Database Systems 3
Architecture SE-812 Adv Operating Systems 3
SE-862 Software Requirement 3 SE-813 Design of Parallel & Distributed 3
Engineering Systems
SE-863 Software Quality Engineering 3 SE-820 Adv Computer Architecture 3
SE-899 MS Thesis 6 SE-850 Digital Image Processing 3
List of Electives (Any Four) SE-851 Wavelet Compression 3
SE-864 Team-Based Software 3 SE-900-919 Selected topics in relevant Area 3
Development RM-896 Research Methodologies 3
SE-865 Human Computer Interface 3 SE-899 MS Thesis 6
SE-867 Formal Methods 3 SE-999 PhD Thesis 30
SE-868 Software Project Management 3 EE-800 Stochastic Systems 3
SE-869 Model Driven Software 3 IS-810 Secure Coding 3
Engineering
IS-820 Computer Security 3
SE-871 Business Process Re-engineering 3
IS-821 Network Security 3
SE-897 Empirical Software Engineering 3
EE-821 Advanced Embedded System 3
SE-870 Agile Software Engineering 3 Design
Methods
IS-822 Wireless Network Security 3
CS-822 Data Mining 3
IS-824 Biometrics 3
CS-825 Information Retrieval 3
IS-825 Vulnerability Exploitation & 3
CS-833 Cloud Computing 3 Defence
SE-876 Web-Engineering 3 IS-827 Electronic Warfare – Principles 3
SE-877 Software Development for Web 3 and Techniques
SE-825 Adv Computer Network 3 IS-830 Information Security Management 3
SE-826 Adv Computer Network Design & 3 IS-831 Information Security Project 3
System Security Management
SE-827 Wireless Communication 3 IS-833 IT Security Evaluation & Auditing 3
SE-828 Network Security 3 IS-843 Advanced Cryptography 3
SE-801 Artificial Neural Network 3 IS-851 Secure Communications 3
SE-802 Pattern Recognition 3 IS-852 Data Communication Networks & 3
SE-803 Computer Vision 3 Security
SE-805 Adv Artificial Intelligence 3 EE-852 Information and Coding Theory 3
SE-807 Machine Learning 3 IS-853 Cloud Computing Security 3

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About the University

Communication
IS-854 Advanced Web Security 3
IS-855 Information Hiding 3
IS-856 Access Control and Database 3
Security
IS-863 Cellular and Mobile Network 3
Security
EE-876 Robotics 3
EE-883 Wireless Sensor and Mesh 3
Networks
EE-888 Broadband Networks 3
EE-926 System Validation 3
EE-937 Advanced Topics in Computer 3
Vision and Image Processing
EE-887 Network Switching and Routing 3
Additional Course
RM-898 Research Methodology 2
SEM/WKSP- Seminar / Workshop 1
897
SEM/WKSP- Seminar / Workshop 1
997

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 Department of Mechatronics Engineering
College of E&ME

Bachelors in Mechatronics Engineering

Mechatronics refers to a flexible, multi-technological approach for integration of mechanical engineering, computer engineering,
electronics and information sciences. Mechatronics is essential in the design of intelligent products. It allows engineers to
transform their virtual concepts into real life applications. It is a relatively new concept relating to the design of systems, devices
and products aimed at achieving an optimal balance between basic mechanical structure and its overall control. The programme
involves research and coursework that will push the frontiers of technology in intelligent product design and development. The
research activities involve design and control of intelligent robotic systems and automated machines.

Why join this program?

Modern state-of-the-art industries have changed rapidly from pure mechanical-, manufacturing-, and process-controlled type to
electro-mechanical, fully automated and computerised. It has become the requirement for people working on those processes and
production lines to have knowledge of all the related systems.

Associated Careers
Graduates will have strong command on engineering principles as well as sound capability of converting concepts to reality. They
could find themselves in industry engaged with maintenance and operation of plant equipment such as boilers, compressors,
turbines, instrumentation, automation and control of advanced industrial processes using such tools as PLC and microcontroller-
based control systems, process simulation for plant modifications, defence and R&D applications, engineering management, or a
variety of similar areas.
Many of our alumni have gone on to pursue further studies in renowned institutions of the world, in a variety of fields, such as
Control Engineering, Digital Signal Processing, Power Electronics, Robotics, Artificial Intelligence, Mobile Robotics, Machine Vision
and Distributed Robotics.

Scheme of Studies Programme Code: 304

Semester-I Semester-II
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
MATH- 101 Calculus and Analytical Geometry 3-0 MATH-121 Linear Algebra & ODEs 3-0
HU-100 English 2-0 CS-110 Fundamentals of Programing 2-1
HU-107 Pakistan Studies 2-0 HU-101 Islamic Studies 2-0
ME-112 Engineering Statics 3-0 PHY-102 Applied Physics 2-1
EE-116 Electric Circuits Analysis 3-1 HU-109 Communication Skills 2-0
ME-109 Engineering Drawing 0-2 ME-204 Thermodynamics 3-1
EE-116 Electric Circuits Analysis 3-1 ME-105 Workshop Practice 0-1
Total 13-3 Total CHs 14-4

Semester-III Semester-IV
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
MATH-243 Vector calculus 3-0 MATH-232 Complex Variables and Transforms 3-0
EE-231 Signals and Systems 3-0 ME-204 Thermodynamics 3-1
HU-212 Tech & Business Writing 2-0 MTS-220 Solid Modeling 0-1
MTS-220 Solid Modeling 0-1 ME-206 Mechanics of Materials 2-1
EE-223 Digital Logic Design 2-1 MTS-226 Materials and Manufacturing 3-0
Processes
EC-204 Data Structures and Object 3-1 MTS-231 Actuating Systems 3-1
Oriented Programming
Total 13-3 Total 14+4

Semester-V Semester-VI
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
MATH-361 Probability & Statistics 3-0 MATH-351 Numerical Methods 3-0
MTS-311 Microcontroller and Embedded 2-2  XX-XX Engineering Elective I 3-0
Systems

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MTS-336 Instrumentation and 3-1 ME-319 Theory of Machines 2-0
Measurements
 EE-231 Signals and Systems 3-0 OTM-455 Engineering Project Management 2-0
ECO-130 Engineering Economics 2-0 M&S-321 Modeling and Simulation 2-1
Total 16+3 Total 14+3

Semester-VII Semester-VIII
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
MTS-417 Introduction to Robotics 3-1 XX-XX Elective III 3-0
XX-XX Engineering Elective II 3-0 ME-407 Fluid Mechanics 2-1
EE-379 Linear Control Systems 3-1 MTS-499 Senior Design Project II 0-4
MGT-271 Entrepreneurship 2-0 MTS-419 Manufacturing Automation 2-1
MTS-499 Senior Design Project I 0-2 Total 107+30=137
HU-222 Professional Ethics 2-0
Total 13+4
* ENGR-100 (1-0) and CSL-401 (0-2) are not counted towards CGPA calculation.

List of Electives
Course Code Course Title Credits EC-335 Digital Signal Processing 3-0
EE-484 Elect Instrumentation 3-0 MTS-415 Special Topics in Mechatronics 3-0
EE-370 Digital Control Systems 3-0 ME-439 Internal Combustion Engine 3-0
EE-470 Fuzzy Logic 3-0 ME-443 Automotive Technology 2-1
MTS-444 Mechatronics Modeling for 3-0
MTS-418 Applied Robotics 3-0
Automotive Systems
ME-450 Laser and its Applications 3-0
ME-483 Power Train Systems 3-0
MGT-174 Elements of Business 3-0
ME-421 Mechanical Vibrations 3-0
MTS-337 Industrial Electronics 2-1
EE-418 Electro Optics and IR 3-0
EE-333 Digital Image Processing 3-0
ME-462 Power Plant Engineering 3-0
ME-464 Renewable Energy Technologies 3-0
ME-446 Computer Aided Engineering 1-2

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College of E&ME

Mechatronics engineering blends the disciplines of mechanical, electrical and software engineering around the principles of
control systems and automation. Mechatronics engineers create and work with systems that have various degrees of automation,
which are increasingly becoming common such as robots and automobiles. The Masters / PhD programme in the department
combines in-depth technical knowledge required to work in this fast-changing discipline with broader aspects of engineering. The
programme is strongly influenced by industrial perspectives and has state-of-the-art facilities, which includes equipment related to
Robotics, Manufacturing, Machine Vision, Embedded Systems Labs, Brain Controlled Interface and Prosthetics.

Although the discipline of Mechatronics Engineering is relatively new in Pakistan, yet it has been able to successfully integrate
with the demands of major main stream industry. In the industrial sector employers are looking for specialized skill set and their
perception of these expertise are directly gauged from the courses that are studied by a particular applicant in his Master’s degree.
Moreover, majority of mechatronics related indigenous as well as international jobs are available under the umbrella of Robotics,
Automation, Smart Systems, Autonomous Systems, Bio-Medical/Bio-Engineering, Machine Vision and Instrumentation. Therefore,
in order to allow the student to align his/her interest with the industry the department has introduced number of relevant
specializations/streams which include:

»» Robotics and Industrial Automation: Robotics and Industrial Automation are the hallmark areas of specialization for
mechatronics engineers. Whether operating a small company or a big business, there are a number of robotic component
solutions available for performing a large number of different functions and the industry in Pakistan is now beginning to take
cognizance of this fact. In addition, presently there are a number of highly specialized companies that are fully geared up to
provide complete end to end automation solutions to major local industries (e.g., the Oil & Gas industry, Cement Industry,
Sports Goods Industry, etc.).

»» Smart ElectroMechanical Systems: Smart Electromechanical Systems is the technology of the future. It encompasses systems
and devices that collect information over sensors, make independent decisions based upon this information, then act upon
it in a suitable manner. Security aspects, reliability, miniaturization, energy consumption and intelligent data processing, all
play a critical role in smart systems. To find successful solutions, it is therefore necessary to consider the smart system and
its environment as an entire strategy. Therefore the field of smart systems is essential in the industry since it allows systems
to make independent decisions regarding maintenance and make intelligent reactions to sensor data which is the focus of
research in most industrially developed nations.

»» Biomechatronics: Biomechatronics is an applied interdisciplinary science that aims to integrate mechanical elements,
electronics with parts of biological organisms. Biomechatronics includes the aspects of biology, mechanics, and electronics. It
enhances the fields of robotics and neuroscience towards prosthetics, brain-controlled devices and human machine interaction.
Industrial applications of the technology include the development of improved prosthesis, bio-sensors and artificial muscles,
which represents technologies of the future.

Why join this program?

This programme enables graduates to acquire training in the theory and practice of a broad range of industrially relevant topics
within the fields of Mechatronics Engineering. It is designed specifically to meet the needs of the modern engineer both in
industry and in research or education establishments. One of the foremost and most popular programme of studies, offered by
almost all leading universities in the world, is specialization in the field of robotics and automation. Another widely accepted and
dominant area of industrial research is the field of Smart Electromechanical Systems, which is used in a very wide cross-section of
industrial systems in different domains. Finally, Biomechatronics is the latest emerging technology that is based on the principles
of mechatronics engineering.The department of Mechatronics Engineering has taken cognizance of the latest trends and after
completion of the MS programme our students will be able to make substantial contributions in all the above mentioned focus
areas in the academic as well as industrial sector.

MS/PhD Coursework
Students will be required to take a total of eight courses in each stream. Out of these eight courses the students will have to take
the specified four core courses (same for all streams) and chose four elective courses that will be offered in each semester. The
scheme of studies including the Core and Elective courses with credit hours for each specialization is given below:

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Core Courses (Common for all Streams)
Course Code Course Title Credits
MTS-800 Advanced Robotics I 3
MTS-840 Data Acquisition and Control 3
MTS-811 Image Processing for Intelligent Systems 3
MTS-841 Advanced Embedded Systems 3
MTS-899 MS Thesis 6

Elective Courses MS ME-831 Computational Fluid Dynamics – I 3

Robotics and Industrial Automation BMES-813 Biomedical Instrumentation 3
MTS-804 Motion Planning for Mobile Robots 3 Smart Electromechanical Systems
MTS-820 Advanced Manufacturing Design 3 Course Code Course Title Credits
Techniques MTS-810 Artificial Intelligence 3
MTS-812 Machine Vision 3 MTS-813 Paradigms of Artificial Intelligence 3
MTS-801 Advanced Robotics II 3 EE-871 Linear Control Systems 3
CE-804 Machine Learning 3 EE-818 Micro-Electro Mechanical Systems 3
MTS-851 Precision Manufacturing Systems 3 ME-815 Advanced Modelling and 3
ME-801 Optimization of Engineering 3 Simulation
Systems MTS-843 Sensor and Sensing Technology 3
MTS-857 Micro-Manufacturing Systems and 3 MTS-845 Real Time Systems 3
Technology
MTS-842 Programming of Embedded 3
MTS-822 Industrial Control Technology 3 Systems
EE-873 Fuzzy Control 3 CSE-801 Artificial Neural Networks 3
EE-872 Optimal Control 3 BMES-813 Bio Medical Instrumentation 3
MTS-805 Kinematics of Mobile Robotic 3 EC-802 Pattern Recognition and Analysis 3
Systems
MTS-863 Optomechatronic Systems 3
MTS-809 Cognitive Robotics 3
MTS-846 Fuzzy Logic Hybrid Systems 3
MTS-817 Computational Geometry 3
MTS-818 Natural Language Processing 3
EE-871 Linear Control Systems 3
MTS-858 Smart Materials and Structures 3
MTS-852 Advanced Measurement 3
EE-891 Stochastic Systems 3
Techniques
EE-808 Digital Integrated Circuit Design 3
ME-853 Manufacturing System Design 3
SE-896 Research Methodologies 3
ME-854 Computer Integrated 3
Manufacturing EM-843 Advanced Research Methods 3
EE-879 Robust Control 3 ME-831 Computational Fluid Dynamics – I 3
EE-874 Adaptive Control 3 BMES-813 Biomedical Instrumentation 3
EE-875 Discrete Time Control Systems 3 Biomechatronics
DME-827 Special Topics in Manufacturing 3 BMES-813 Bio Medical Instrumentation 3
Engineering MTS-862 Biomedical Clinical Information 3
DME-823 Advanced Manufacturing 3 Systems
Technologies SE-808 Bio-Informatics Systems 3
EE-818 Micro-Electro Mechanical Systems 3 BMES-811 Signals and Images in Medicine 3
ME-858 Laser Material Processing 3 BMES-832 Biomechanics 3
ME-852 Rapid Prototyping, Tooling and 3 BME-833 Prosthetics and Rehabilitation 3
Automation
BMES-815 Biosensors and instrumentation 3
RIME-852 Digital Control Systems 3
BME-822 Selected Topics in Biomedical 3
EE-877 Mobile Robotics 3 Engineering
EE-838 Filtering & Tracking 3 BMES-812 Medical Devices Design and 3
SE-896 Research Methodologies 3 Standards
EM-843 Advanced Research Methods 3 EE-871 Linear Control Systems 3

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 SE-804 Machine Learning 3 CSE-888 Computational Modelling of 3
College of E&ME

MTS-860 Human Machine Interaction 3 Physiological Systems

BMES-812 Advance Bio Materials 3 SE-896 Research Methodologies 3
ME-802 Finite Element Methods 3 EM-843 Advanced Research Methods 3
CSE-805 Introduction to Modelling and 3 ME-831 Computational Fluid Dynamics – I 3
Analysis BMES-813 Biomedical Instrumentation 3
CE-866 Advanced Digital Signal Processing 3 Additional Course
RM-898 Research Methodology 2

PhD Courses BMES-813 Biomedical Instrumentation 3

MTS-951 Micro and Nano Fabrication 3 RIME-922 Microfluidics and BioMEMS 3
MTS-961 Photonic Devices 3 RIME-913 Robotic Manipulation 3
EE-902 Nano-Electronics 3 RIME-914 Robot Motion Planning 3
EE-970 Advanced Robotics 3 RIME-916 Special Topics for PhD programme 3
EE-991 Detection and Estimation 3 (Robotics)
EE-977 Non-Linear Control Systems 3 RIME-923 Special Topics for PhD programme 3
(Mechatronics)
EE-979 Selected Topics in Control Systems 3
RIME-934 Special Topics for PhD programme 3
DME-931 Advances in Manufacturing 3 (Artificial Intelligence)
Technologies
RIME-943 Special Topics for PhD 3
DME-932 Rapid Prototyping and 3 program(Machine Vision)
Manufacturing
RIME-955 Special Topics for PhD programme 3
DME-934 Advanced Information Systems for 3 (Control Systems)
Manufacturing
PhD Thesis
BMES-932 Image and Vision Computing in 3
Medicine MTS-999 PhD Thesis 30
BMES-934 Advanced Bio-signal Processing 3 *All the level-8 approved courses of MS in Mechatronics
Engineering may also be opted during PhD in Mechatronics
BMES-941 Advances in Biomedical Materials 3 Engineering Program.
BMES-951 BioNanotechnology 3

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 MS and PhD in Engineering Management
College of E&ME

Engineering graduates of any discipline have to be adequately prepared to shoulder the responsibilities of technical leadership
positions in today’s technology driven organizations. The engineers, so prepared, are the ultimate candidates for the positions of
Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Chief Operating Officers (COOs), Chief Technical Officers (CTOs), and other Technical Management
positions in technically oriented industrial and service organizations. Their services are utilized by national public enterprise and
defense organizations along with international firms to conduct their functions efficiently and effectively.
Today’s fast moving technical organizations in industrial and service sectors require technical personnel having knowledge of hard
core engineering disciplines as well as management skills necessary to steer the organization to success.
Department of Engineering Management at the College of E&ME provide an opportunity to graduate engineers to prepare them-
selves with latest principles and techniques of management of a technical enterprise through MS and PhD programmes.

Why join this program?

This programme enables graduates to acquire management skills in the fundamentals of their chosen engineering branch. It is
designed specially to meet the needs of modern engineer both in industry and academic establishment with research projects. It
is an interdisciplinary and flexible programme with a focus on application, global awareness, and the engineering/management
experience. After completion of this course, the students will be able to analyze and plan various engineering projects in more ef-
ficient and cost-effective ways.

MS Coursework Programme Code: 356

Core Courses
Course Code Course Title Credits
EM-801 Project Management 3
EM-811 Quality Engineering 3
EM-817 Accounting and Financial Management 3
EM-818 Operations Research 3
EM-899 MS Thesis 6
EM-823 Facility Planning and Layout 3
EM-899 MS Thesis 6
Elective Courses (Any Two) EM-849 Industrial IOT 3
Course Code Course Title Credits EM-850 Leadership and Organizational 3
EM-804 Technology Management 3 Behavior
EM-809 Management of Technical 3 EM-851 High Performance Work Systems 3
Organizations (HPWS)
EM-807 Problem Solving and Decision 3 EM-852 Industrial Psychology 3
Making in Engineering EM-853 Shipping and Port Management 3
Organizations EM-854 Sustainability in Engineering 3
HRM-542 Human Resource Management 3 Management
EM-816 Strategic Management 3 EM-855 Occupational Health and Safety 3
EM-826 Supply Chain Management 3 Environment
EM-827 Innovation & New Product 3 ESE-821 Energy Resources and Technologies 3
Management OTM-739 Global Logistics and Transportation 3
EM-829 Maintenance Management 3 CE-836 Construction Management 3
EM-812 Design, Patents, Contract and Legal 3 CE-886 Water Resource Economics, 3
Engineering Planning & Management
EM-821 Engineering Ergonomic and Work 3 DME-813 Product Life Cycle Management 3
Study DME-811 Product Design and Development 3
EM-822 Production System Design and 3 EM-999 PhD Thesis 30
Analysis
Additional Course
EM-843 Advanced Research Methods 3
RM-898 Research Methodology 2
EM-844 Marketing of Technology and 3
Industrial Products SEM/WKSP- Seminar / Workshop 1
897
EM-846 Probability & Statistics for 3
Engineers SEM/WKSP- Seminar / Workshop 1
997
EM-848 Managerial Analytics 3

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Faculty Profiles

College of E&ME
Dr Masood Raza, Head of Department
Cranfield University, UK
Discipline: Engineering Management
Specialization: AI, Operation Research, Modeling & Simulation

Dr Syed Tasweer Hussain Shah, Associate Head of Department

PhD (NUML) Pakistan
Discipline: Management
Specialisation: Service Quality, Entrepreneurship, HR, Project
Mgmt, Strategic Mgmt

Dr Faheem Qaisar Jamal

PhD (UET Taxila) Pakistan
Discipline: Engineering Management
Specialisation: Organizational Behaviour, Organizational
Change, Organizational Psychology, Human Resource Manage-
ment, Supply Chain Management, Project Management

Dr Yasir Ahmad
PhD (UET Taxila) Pakistan
Discipline: Engineering Management
Specialisation: Engineering Management, Strategic Manage-
ment and Technology Management

Dr Syed Muhammad Ali

PhD (Management Science & Business Administration), USTC
China
Discipline: Engineering Management
Specialisation : Employees Behavior, Knowledge Management
& HRM

Dr Afshan Naseem
PhD (UET, Taxila) Pakistan
Discipline: Engineering Management
Specialisation: Engg & Technology Management

Engr. Ali Salman

MS (University of Surrey), UK
Discipline: Engineering Management
Specialisation: Manufacturing Management

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About the University

Pakistan Navy
Engineering College
(PNEC) Karachi

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Pakistan Navy Engineering College
Pakistan Navy Engineering College (PNEC) is the only constituent college of National University of Sciences & Technology (NUST)
at Karachi. The history of PNEC is more than five decades old. Initially in 1962 it was established as Officer Training School at PNS
KARSAZ. it became part of NUST in 1996.Since then PNEC-NUST is making all out efforts to provide best engineering education to
its students in different disciplines.

PNEC
The mission of the college is to pursue excellence in education and lifelong learning through highly qualified faculty and dynamic
curriculum. PNEC is committed to prepare student’s professional as well as ethical values for a career with wide ranging opportunities
in production, R&D, management and solutions related to the future technological challenges.

Programmes
Undergraduate PhD
»» Mechanical Engineering (with option to choose electives »» Electrical Engineering
from industrial & Manufacturing Engineering) »» Mechanical Engineering
»» Electrical Engineering »» Manufacturing Engineering & Management
»» BS (Management Information Systems) For Service Officers only

MS
»» Mechanical Engineering (with specialization in Thermal
Power and Fluids Engineering and Computational
Mechanics)
»» Electrical Engineering (with specialization in Control and
Fact file
Communication). It is the only constituent College of NUST in the southern
»» Manufacturing Engineering & Management region. All army officers of the Corps of Mechanical and
»» Naval Architecture Electrical engineers studied in PNEC till late eighties.

Faculty Profile Dr Hammad Raza

PhD (Michjgan state university) USA
Discipline: Computer Engineering
Electronic & Power Engineering Specialization: Computer Vision

Dr Attaullah Memon (HoD) Dr Aleem Mushtaq

PhD (Michigan State University) USA PhD (Georgia Institute of Technology) USA
Discipline: Electrical Engineering Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Non Linear Systems, Control and Automation Specialization: Signal Processing

Dr Tariq Mairaj Rasool Khan Dr Ali Hanzala Khan

PhD (Michigan State University) USA Post-doctoral: Software Engineering
Discipline: Electrical Engineering PhD (Software Engineering) Finland
Specialization: Non- Destructive Testing Discipline: Computer Engineering
Specialization: Software Engineering
Dr Syed Sajjad Haider Zaidi
PhD (Michigan State University) USA Dr Arshad Aziz
Discipline: Electrical Engineering PhD (NUST) Pakistan
Specialization: Power Engineering Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Information Security,
Dr Adeel Yusuf Configurable Computing
PhD (Georgia Institute of Technology) USA
Discipline: Electrical Engineering Dr Khawaja Bilal Ahmed Mahmood
Specialization: Machine Learning PhD (University of Bristol) UK
Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Optical RF & Telecom

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 Dr Bilal Muhammad Khan Specialization: Telecom. Engineering
PhD (University of Suxxes) UK
Discipline: Electrical Engineering Engr Muhammad Usman
Specialization: Wireless Sensor Networks MS (Nottingham Trent University) UK
Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Dr Naeem Abbas Specialization: Engineering Management
PhD (Ecole Normale Superieure) France
PNEC

Discipline: Electrical Engineering Muhammad Samiullah Awan

Specialization: Informatics MS (Iqra University) Pakistan
Discipline: Computer Science
Dr Syed Nazeer Alam Specialization: Artificial Intelligence
PhD (NUST) Pakistan
Discipline: Electrical Engineering Engr Sajid Saleem
Specialization: Wireless Communication/ Ionosphere MS (KTH Sweden)
communication Discipline: Computer Engineering
Specialization: Information Security
Dr Dur-e-Shahwar
PhD (NUST) Pakistan Engr Rashida Ali Memon
Discipline: Electrical Engineering MS (NUST) Pakistan
Specialization: Cryptography/FPGA Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Communication
Engr Lubna Moin
MS (NUST) Pakistan Engr Ahsan Ashfaq
Discipline: Electrical Engineering MS (North China Electric Power University)
Specialization: Control Engineering Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Power System Automation
Engr Riaz Mahmud
MS (Naval Postgraduate School) USA Muhammad Mustaqeem
Discipline: Electrical Engineering MS (PAF KIET), Pakistan
Specialization: Communication Engineering Discipline: Electronic Engineering
Specialization: Telecom and Networks
Engr Ashraf Yahya
MS (NED University) Pakistan Engr M Armoghan Khan
Discipline: Electrical Engineering MS (North China Electric Power University) China
Specialization: Power Engineering Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Power
Mr Abdul Samiah
MS (PAF-KIET) Pakistan Mr Mukhtar Ahmed
Discipline: Computer Science MS (Indus University) Pakistan
Specialization: Computer Networking Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Power Distribution
Amir Bader Shah
BE (NUST) Pakistan Mr Muhammad Afzal
Discipline: Electrical Engineering MS (Indus University) Pakistan
Specialization: System Engg Managment Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Power Distribution
Engr Ikram Rasool Qureshi
MS (University of Revada Reno) USA Mubashir Tariq
Discipline: Electronic Engineering MS (University of Sunder Land) UK
Specialization: Digital Electronic Systems Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Computer Networks
Engr M Farhan Khan
MS (NED University) Pakistan Engr Zeeshan Ahmed
Discipline: Electrical Engineering BE,GCE University Faisalabad
Specialization: Communication Engineering Discipline: Electrical
Specialization: Telecom
Engr Najeeb Iqbal
MS (Hamdard University) Pakistan Engr Nusrat Hussain
Discipline: Electronic Engineering MS (NED University) Pakistan
Specialization: Digital Electronic Systems Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Electrical Power System
Engr Nawshad Aziz
MS (NED University) Pakistan Furqan Shafi
Discipline: Electrical Engineering MS (NUST) Pakistan

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Discipline: Electrical Engineering Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
Specialization: Control Engineering Specialization: Metallurgy, Design & Manufacturing

Engr Akif Nadeem Engr Syed Muhammad Tayyab

MS (North China Electic Power University ) China MS (NUST University) Pakistan
Discipline: Electrical Engineering Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
Specialization: Electical Power System Specialization: Thermal Power & Fluid Engineering

PNEC
Engr Syed Javed Hassan Bukhari
Mr Liaquat Ali Khan MS (Massachusetts Intitute of Technology)
MCS (NUST) Pakistan Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
Discipline: Computer Systems Specialization: Thermal System Design
Specialization: Computer Systems and Optimization

Engr Sajid Mehmood Engr Zia uddin Siddiqi

MS (Bahria University ) Pakistan MS (NED University) Pakistan
Discipline: Electrical Engineering Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
Specialization: Power System Specialization: Nuclear Power

Engr Naeem Raza

MS (NUST University) Pakistan
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering Specialization: Thermal Fluids
Engr Yasir Ikram (HoD)
Engr Talish Mahmood
MS (WoU) Australia
BE (UET University Lahore) Pakistan
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
Specialization: Engineering Practices
Specialization: Mechanical Engineering
Engr Tauqeer Ahmed Khawaja TI(M)
Engr Sidra Zahid
MS (NUST) Pakistan
MS, (NUST), Karachi
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
Specialization: Thermo Fluid
Specialization: Adv. Fluid Mechanics
Dr Asif Mansoor
Engr Abdul Wahab
MS (NUST University) Pakistan
MS Newcastle, UK
Discipline: Computational Mathematics
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
Specialization: CFD / Predictive Model & Optimization
Specialization: Renewable Energy
Dr Khurram Kamal
Engr Verdah Abid Hussain
PhD (Longhorogh University) UK
BE (NED), Karachi
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
Specialization: Artificial Intelligence/ML, Intelligent Machines,
Specialization: Mechanical Engineering
Embedded information. Health Monitoring / Machine Vis
Engr Qaisar Khan
Dr Tahir Ratlamwala
MS (NUST) Pakistan
PhD (University of Ontario Institute of Technology) Canada
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
Specialization: Manufacturing & Engineering Management
Specialization: Renewable Energy
Desalination Absorption Coating / Heating
Engr Iftikhar Ahmad
BE (NUST) Pakistan
Engr Muhammad Shakeel
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
MS (NED University) Pakistan
Specialization: Mechanical Engineering
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
Specialization: Applied Mechanics
Engr Verdah Abid Hussain
BE (NED University) Pakistan
Engr Khurram Jamal Hashmi
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
MS (University of Minnesota) USA
Specialization: Mechanical Engineering
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
Specialization: Applied Thermodynamics
Engr Muhmmad Sufiyan
ME (NED University) Pakistan
Engr Saeed Ahmed
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
MS Design & Manuf (Concordia University) Canada
Specialization: Design Engineering
MS Metallurgy (NED University) Karachi

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 Engr Arif Hussain Engr Hassan Raza
BE (Balochistan University of Engineering & Technology, Khuz- BE (MUET,SZAB Campus Khairpur Mir’s) Pakistan
dar) Pakistan Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering Specialization: Mechanical Engineering
Specialization: Mechanical Engineering
PNEC

Management Information Systems

Dr Muhammad Junaid SI(M) Mr Syed Muhammad Adil
PhD (NUST) Pakistan MBA (Virtual University)
Discipline: Information Security Discipline: Management Sciences
Specialization: Information Security Specialization: IHRM Marketing

Dr Akbar Ali Awan HoD Amena Zafar

PhD (University of Karachi) Pakistan BS (SW Engg) (Bahria University) Pakistan
Discipline: Management & Administrative Sciences Discipline: Computer Science
Specialization: HRM Specialization: Software

Uzma Khalid Dr Zeeshan Riaz

MCS from National Institute of Information Technology (NIIT) PhD (University College London) UK
Islamabad Discipline: Naval Architecture
Discipline: Computer Science Specialization: Marine Hydrodynamics
Specialization: Software
Nabila Hassan
Ayesha Saleem M.Phil (Iqra University, Karachi) Pakistan
MBA (Bahauddin Zakiriya University) Multan Discipline: Management Sciences
Discipline: Management Sciences Specialization: Marketing
Specialization: Finance
Dr Aqueel Shah
Waqas Ahmad Hayat PhD (UET Lahore) Pakistan
BE (NUST-PNEC) Pakistan Discipline: Manufacturing
Discipline: Computer Science Specialization: Non-Traditional Machining (WEMD)
Specialization: Networking
Dr Novera Ansar
Mr Ubiadullah Saleem PhD (University of Karachi) Pakistan
MS (University of Hertfordshire) Discipline: Management Sciences
Discipline: Electronic Engineering Specialization: Management
Specialization: Telecom ,IT

Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering

Dr M Saeed Khalid SI(M) (HOD) Engr Syed Ali Hassan
PhD (University of Michigan (UOM) )USA MS: (NUS) Singapore
Discipline: Naval Architecture & Marine Engineering Discipline: Industrial & Systems Engineering Specialization:
Specialization: Hydrodynamic and rigid body dynamic Industrial & Systems Engineering

Dr Salman Nisar Engr Nosheen Khushnood

PhD (The University of Manchester) UK MS (NED University) Pakistan
Discipline: Manufacturing Engineering Discipline: Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering
Specialization: Laser Processing of Materials Specialization: Manufacturing Engineering

Dr Asim Ali Khawaja Engr Eylia Abbas Jaffri

PhD (National University) Australia MS (NED University) Pakistan
Discipline: Computer Science & Engineering Discipline: Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering
Specialization: Computer Vision Specialization: Quality Management

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Basic Sciences & Humanities

Mr Abdul Rehman TI(M) (HoD) Humera Sabir

MSc (Peshawar University) Pakistan M.Sc (University of Karachi) Pakistan
Discipline: Mathematics Discipline: Physics
Specialization: Mathematics Specialization: Electronics

PNEC
Dr Gul e Hina Aslam Ms Madiha Aziz
PhD (NUST) Pakistan MSc (Bahauddin Zakariya University) Pakistan
Discipline: Mathematics Discipline: Statistics
Specialization: Pure Mathematics Specialization: Statistic

Mr Tariq Abbas Shah Mr M Absar Ahmed

MA Linguistic (University of Karachi), Literature (Uni of Punjab) M Phil (Karachi University) Pakistan
Discipline: English Discipline: Mathematics
Specialization: Literature and Linguistics Specialization: Applied Mathematics

Mr Muhammad Saeed Ms Syeda Nabeela Hussain

M. Phil Physics (Karachi University) Pakistan M Phil (Iqra University, Karachi) Pakistan
Discipline: Physics Discipline: Management Sciences
Specialization: Solid state Physics & Group theory (Discrete) Specialization: Service Marketing

Ms Hina Irum Mr M Saqib Nauman

M.Sc (GC University) Lahore M Sc (Karachi University) Pakistan
Discipline: Mathematics Discipline: Mathematics
Specialization: Applied Mathematics Specialization: Pure Mathematics

Ms Nadia Masroor
M.Sc (Govt Postgraduate College) Karachi
Discipline: Mathematics
Specialization: Applied Mathematics

Mr Tariq Abbas Shah

M.A English (Punjab University) Pakistan
Discipline: English
Specialization: Literature& Linguistics

Mr Zafar Ali
M Sc (University of Karachi) Pakistan
Discipline: Statistics
Specialization: Statistics

Ms Madiha Aziz
MSc (Bahauddin Zakariya University) Pakistan
Discipline: Statistics
Specialization: Statistics

Ms Somia Aslam
MA (National University of Modern Languages) Islamabad
Discipline: English
Specialization: Language and Literature

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 Research and Development
Research and Development Department of PNEC aims to perform quality research using a combination of metrics focused on
researchers, research outputs, Industrial collaboration, and applied measures. PNEC has the honor of achieving approval of maxi-
mum research proposals sent to different national and international funding agencies. A few ongoing research projects are listed
below:
PNEC

• Structural health monitoring of bridge structures using wireless sensor networks funded by HEC
• Development of health monitoring systems for distribution of transformer using non-intrusive and intrusive methods funded
by HEC
• Advanced Metering Infrastructure and customer side system (AMICS) funded by National ICT R&D Fund
• Prediction of remaining useful life (RUL) of Aerial Bundled Cables (ABCs) funded by IGNITE

Researchers are conducting world-class research across a broad range of fields, including such diverse areas as underwater re-
search facility, robotics, non-destructive testing etc. Lists of major Research laboratories at PNEC include.

• Robotics and Dynamic Systems Research Lab

• Non-Destructive Testing Lab
• Advance Video Analytics Lab
• Power Research Lab
• Embedded System Research Lab
• Wind Tunnel Lab
• Intelligent System Lab

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Student Support Facilities
Laboratories and Workshops Video Conferencing
»» Applied Mechanics Laboratory The College has hi-tech video conferencing technology through
»» Fluid Mechanics Laboratory PERN Video conferencing setup thus facilitating the students to
»» Control Engineering – PLCs Laboratory attend live delivery of lectures by eminent scholars worldwide.

PNEC
»» Thermodynamics Laboratory
»» Composite Materials Laboratory
»» Electrical Engineering Laboratory Library
»» Radar and Microwave Engineering Laboratory The college library remains open round-the clock prier one
»» Microprocessor Laboratory month of exams. PNEC library is also connected to Pakistan
»» Power Electronics Laboratory Education and Research Network (PERN).From this facility library
»» Communication Engineering Laboratory members can access thousands of research papers, research
»» Computer Integrated Manufacturing Laboratory articles, E-books, E-journals and all, E-Recourses available in
»» Robotics and Automation Laboratory HEC Digital library. NUST-PNEC Library has 30000 books in the
»» Advance CAD Laboratory field of engineering, computer science, Applied Science and
»» Materials Testing Laboratory Humanities, The library book is catalogue are arranged through
»» Heat Treatment Laboratory KOHA (ILS ) Library software since 2014 and all circulation
»» Innovative Product Development Laboratory (checkout and check in) of books is done by barcode reader
»» Work and Methods Study Lab and also online public access catalogue (OPAC) is also available
»» CADAM Center for PNEC Library users. In addition 21000 E-Books, 734 project
»» Machine Shop reports, 359 MS thesis, 1851 CDs/DVDs, 450 HEC Digital Library
»» Boiler shop articles (softcopies) and 12 local and international magazines
»» Welding shop are available in NUST-PNEC Library.
»» Applied Chemistry Laboratory
»» Applied Physics Laboratory Text books are available in Book Bank section, which are issued
»» High Performance Computing Laboratory the under graduate student for the whole semester. Continues
»» Digital Signal Processing Laboratory acquisition of the latest editions of books in various engineering
»» Electronics – DSP – IC Laboratory disciplines is made to meet the teaching and research needs of
»» PCB Design and Development Laboratory students and faculty members
»» Material Science & Engineering Laboratory
»» Fitting Shop
»» UG Research Laboratory

Internet
Internet is available round-the-clock, in all labs and offices,
through a comprehensive Local Area Network with a fiber
optics backbone link for fast connectivity. The entire College
is networked with a common internet facility of 135 MB
bandwidth. The internet facility is also available to students’
hostel.

Transport
Pick and drop services to students is provided.

Cafeterias
The College cafeteria provides hygienic food and operate
throughout the day from where students can purchase
refreshments.

Counselling
PNEC students are divided into small groups of approximately
35 students in each group. Each group is supervised by a
Course Officer (faculty member). These officers liaise with each
other to guide and counsel students. They also update parents
about their wards performances regularly. In addition, a team

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 of Center for Career Counselling and Advisory (C3A) from Contact Us
NUST Islamabad regularly visit & guide the student for Career
Counselling The College is located on Habib Ibrahim Rehmatullah Road, off
Accommodation & Allied Facilities Shahra-e-Faisal, in Karachi. It is approximately seven kilometers
away from the City Center and Quaid-e-Azam International
Separate hostel accommodation is available for male and Airport.
PNEC

female students within the College premises. These hostels are

capacious and can accommodate a large number of male and Location Map
female students.
These hostels have dedicated dining facilities. Besides, the
College has a vast range of indoor and outdoor sports facilities, a
students’ cafeteria, a mosque, and a dispensary, which provides
medical services round-the-clock with a permanently posted
medical officer and the necessary paramedical staff.

Employability
PNEC has a Directorate of NUST Student Affairs (DNSA) which
looks after the employability with up-to-date data. PNEC
alumni, acting as its ambassadors, contributing in different
leading engineering firms and organizations such as:

»»
 
SUPARCO
»» SHELL
»» ENGRO
»» LOTTE Chemical Pvt Ltd
»» POWER CHINA
»» PTCL
»» K-ELECTRIC
»» HINOPAK MOTORS LTD
»» ATLAS Honda

The active member list is continuously increasing, with mem-

bers contributing positively and constructively by helping out
through internships and placements.

Contacts
Commandant [email protected] +92-21-99240152 / +92-21-48503001
Deputy Commandant [email protected] +92-21-48503021
Registrar [email protected] +92-21-48503215
Dean Electronics and Power Engineering [email protected] +92-21-99245093 / +92-21-48503024
Dean Engineering Sciences [email protected] +92-21-99245084 / +92-21-48503023
Dean Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering [email protected] +92-21-992400751 / +92-21-48503039
Dean Management Information Systems [email protected] +92-21-48503216
Dean Applied Sciences [email protected] +92-21.99245095 / +92-21-48503022
Training Commander [email protected] +92-21-48503253
Staff Officer NUST Affairs [email protected] +92-21-99240113 / +92-21-48503043
Director Student Affairs (DSA) [email protected] +92-21-48503029 / +92-21-48503096
Director Quality Assurance (DQA) [email protected] +92-21-48503035
Fax +92-21 99240112

Website www.pnec.nust.edu.pk

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Major Events
PNEC AUTOMOBILE CLUB PNEC WINS GLOBAL CLEANTECH COMPETITION ON
“TEAM PNEC NUST RAISES GREEN FLAG AMONGST 120 NATIONAL LEVEL
TEAMS FROM ASIA”
PNEC Automobile Club is a vibrant and dynamic body three

PNEC
major steam automobiles are being developed in the campus,
Shell Eco Marathon, NUST Formula Racing and FERN.
Shell Eco Marathon Asia (SEMA) is a unique competition that
challenges students around the world to design, build and drive
the most energy efficient cars. This unique platform not only
endows the student to groom their engineering skills but also
develops understanding for present and future fuel efficiency
solutions for the automobiles. Team NUST-PNEC has regularly
been participating in this event since 2009 and has received
accolades for their engineering acumen and skills. It is worth
highlighting that this year Team NUST-PNEC manufactured the
1st ever vehicle from Pakistan in CNG category.
NUST-PNEC team participated in Shell Eco Marathon Asia-2017
(SEMA-2017) held in Singapore from 15 to 20 March 2017 with
Beating the competitions is what we inculcate in our students
02x cars in ‘URBAN (Fuel) and PROTO Type (CNG)’ categories.
at NUST PNEC. NUST PNEC, PhD student, Mr Umar Talha won
A total of 120 cars from different countries of Asia participated
UNIDO GEF, Global Cleantech Innovation Programme - Pakistan
in the event, NUST-PNEC team won Communication Award
with start-up idea Gen.Ro.CT= Generic Radiation Optimized CT
amongst 120 cars in the competition carrying prize money of
(Computed Tomography) based on his PhD thesis with a prize
USD 3000.00. It is worth highlighting that this was the only
money of 20000 USD and 15 days training in Silicon Valley, USA.
award won by any participating Pakistani team in the
Mr Umar Talha is doing his PhD Thesis under Assistant Professor
competition.
Dr Tariq Mairaj Rasool Khan at NUST PNEC, Karachi. Along
with this, undergraduate students from Electrical Engineering
Department at NUST PNEC - Mr Saad Abdullah, Ms Maria Fatima
Haris, Mr Shaharyar Shafiq and Mr Ali Sheikh, added the pride
in the institution’s name by competing at global competition
organized by United Nations partnering with Silicon Valley,
with the objective to foster innovations in Renewable Energy,
Energy Efficiency, Water Efficiency, Waste to Energy and Green
Building called “Global Cleantech Innovation Competition” with
their project “Infinity Light – A Clean Renewable Free Lighting
Solution” which made to the top 10 teams from a pool of more
than 500 teams with a prize
money of Rs 0.16M.

GREEN COMPETITION 2017

TEDx NUST Karachi Green Competition is ASHRAE PNEC, NUST Student Branch’s
TEDx NUST Karachi is an initiative of students at PNEC-NUST. signature event. The fourth edition of the event was conducted
TEDx celebrates locally-driven ideas and elevates them to a on Saturday 25 February 2017 at Jauhar Auditorium, NUST PNEC
global platform. Built on the belief that ideas are uniquely Karachi. Teams from all over Karachi took part in the event. The
powerful in shaping our future, TED has grown to support event was divided into two categories: Green
those world-changing ideas with many initiatives. Hence, the Building and Green Innovation.
intellectual environment at every TEDx event is truly inspiring,
ensuring a rich and stimulating exchange of ideas. Dr Ismail
Shah, Chairman Pakistan Telecom Authority graced the occasion
as Chief Guest.

Green Building Competition required participants to plan and

design a structure following ASHRAE standards. It was a tough
task but team Evergreen emerged victorious.

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 Green Innovation Competition dealt with new, inventive Colleges and Institutions out of which – 52 teams were selected
ideas that promoted eco-friendliness. The project is based to participate in Final Stage on May 25, 2017.
mainly on the principles of toner ablation using the science of From NUST PNEC, 04 teams made to Final Stage out of which
electrostatics and lasers. 02 teams made to top 10 teams.
The event was judged by Mr Khalid Iqbal (Head, Student • Wis-Vis (1st Runner Up)
Activities), Mr Mahmood ul Haq (Secretary and BOG member), • Automatic Load Balancing (Top 10 Teams)
and Mr Akbar Zaheer (Elected President and BOG member) • Battery Health Monitoring
PNEC

from ASHRAE Pakistan and Dr Nazeer Alam, Dr Durr-e- shehwar, • Smart Meter
Mr Abdul Wahab and Mr Faran Razi from the faculty
of NUST-PNEC, Karachi. NUST PNEC team “WIs-vis” stood the runner up along with
prize money of Rs. 100,000/-.
PNEC Students Stood Regional Finalists at Hult
Prize in China Education and Community Service Society NUST
PNEC Spends A Day with the Elders at Dar ul
The Hult Prize Foundation is a start-up accelerator for budding Sukoon
young social entrepreneurs emerging from the world’s
universities. With a different theme every year, in 2017 with the Education and Community Service Society (ECSS-PNEC) has
theme of helping refugees was held in Shanghai, China from 03- always tried to bring forth the social issues and work for the
05 March 2017. PNEC Student team comprising of 04 students welfare of the society. Continuing the legacy, on 26th August
competed against world class teams and stood Regional Finalists 2017 ECSS organized a visit to Dar ul Sakoon which is a home
for presenting the idea of vertical farming to the for elderly who are living away from their families in Karachi. A
refugees in Turkish Region. team of 25 enthusiastic students from NUST PNEC departed for
the old home with high spirits to spend their day with elders.
On their special request (Old Home Elders), team brought along
their favorite Korma and naan. After serving the lunch students
spent some quality time, seeking guidance and learning from
their experiences. Several activities were carried out including
games, playing piano, singing, painting and story-telling. With
many joyous and beautiful memories, it was time to head back.
The main objective of this trip was to interact with people and
spend time with them as a family.

NUST PNEC Projects Winning at FICS

Since 2013, Finding Innovative & Creative Solutions for Society
(FICS) has been established as a platform where NUST students
can serve communities around them by applying their technical
knowledge. It is designed to encourage NUST students to get
actively involved in social problem identification, and think
innovatively to devise technology-based solutions. The aim of
this initiative is to instill a spirit of social entrepreneurship NUST PNEC 19th Open House and Projects
amongst students, encouraging them to convert their Exhibition 2017
creative ideas into value-adding solutions and thereby benefit NUST PNEC Career Development Centre along with team
themselves and society. members from various departments and student society
IMechE organized the 19th NUST PNEC Open House and
Projects Exhibition 2017 on Thursday May 18, 2017 in which 51
Final Year Projects by graduating students from Mechanical,
Electrical and Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering
were displayed. The objective of the event was to provide an
opportunity for the industrial experts to interact first hand with
our graduates from different disciplines in order to facilitate the
hiring process. Various participating leading companies from
multiple industries including FMCG, engineering, education,
engineering institutions, development sector and information
and technology, from all over Pakistan were provided an effective
platform for industry-university interaction along with that the
industry representatives were provided with an opportunity to
acquaint themselves with the academic environment provided
to the students of NUST PNEC.
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a vast range of career opportunities for NUST PNEC students NUST PNEC High Achievers Ceremony
as well as a recruitment station for employers to both market NUST PNEC is committed to excellence, not only on producing
their company and select prospective candidates. The event highly intellectuals in terms of education but also encourages
was a huge success with an overwhelmingly positive feedback and supports students in co-curricular and extra-curricular ac-
received from both the recruiters and the students themselves. tivities that serves as a catalyst for students’ success in a rig-
orous learning environment that make our students display
dynamic literary, creative, innovative and artistic abilities and

PNEC
aptitude for attaining goals and distinctions in co-curricular ac-
tivities as a priority alongside, academic excellence.
NUST PNEC High Achievers Award Ceremony was held on Fri-
day, January 13, 2017, at Jauhar Auditorium, NUST PNEC. Lt Gen
(Retd) Naveed Zaman HI(M), Rector NUST, graced the occasion
as chief guest.

29th Convocation PNEC

To commemorate the academic accomplishments of students,
29th Convocation of the Pakistan Navy Engineering College
(PNEC), a constituent college of National University of Sciences
Innovation Edge and Technology (NUST) was held on 29 November 2017 at Bah-
Innovation EDGE (Explore, Develop, Grow and Engage) was ria Auditorium Karachi. Admiral Zafar Mahmood Abbasi NI(M),
a two-day organized from 21-22 October 2017 by “Alumni Chief of the Naval Staff was the Chief Guest. 342 undergradu-
and Industrial Relations (AIR)” society which covered various ates and post graduates were awarded degrees in their respec-
aspects of internship training exercises. This included interactive tive disciplines. A total of 26 medals were awarded to the high
workshops and seminars by well-reputed trainers and NUST performers in various categories. Moreover, certificates to fac-
Alumni, along with innovation challenge competitions. ulty for Best Researcher and Best Teacher
were also awarded as per following details:
-Best Researcher Dr Bilal Muhammad Khan
-Best Teacher Capt Dr Syed Sajjad Haider Zaidi PN
-Best in Academics 10 President Gold Medals
-Best Graduating Officer of Course 03 CNS Gold Medals
-2nd Best Graduating Officer 07 Chancellor Silver Medals
-Best Projects (Discipline-wise) 06 Rector Gold Medals

TECHFEST 2017
IEEE NUST PNEC Student Branch organized Techfest’17 from
18-19 February 2017- A programming contest to bring together
talented Engineering students from throughout Karachi to
compete in a spirit of knowledge. The contest tested their
programming skills and problem solving abilities.

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 33rd IEEEP Student Seminar Formula Electric Racing - NUST PNEC 2018
PNEC Team secured Gold Medal Position at 33rd IEEEP Student The Formula Electric Racing Car 2018 was unveiled by Rector
Seminar held on 08 February 2018, for the research paper and NUST Lieutenant General Naweed Zaman, HI (M), (R)
project titled ‘Development and Designing of Algorithm for In-
trusive fault analysis of Electrical Machines using FPGA’. The
project was led by Capt Dr Sajjad Haider Zaidi PN and the group
members included Sheikh Talha, Shahyan Adil, Shariq Waqar
PNEC

and M.TalhaJavaid.

HILTI IT
PNEC students from Electrical Engineering– Mr Danish Ahmad,
Mr Muhammad Mughal and Ms Zenab Junaid represented Paki-
stan in Malaysia by competing in ‘HILTI IT Competition 2018’
as team “The Automatons” held from 26-29 March 2018. Team
ECSS Blood Drive 2018- 22 Nov 2018 presented an industrial model application of Project “Sensor-
Education and Community Service Society (ECSS) of PNEC has less Machine Control” and made it to the top finalists of the
always focused on contributing to the society and in making the completion. The team has been offered internships leading to a
world a better place. ECSS conducted the Blood Drive in col- permanent placement within the company.
laboration with The Indus Hospital Blood Centre twice in the
College premises. More than 150 NUST students put their best
foot forward and donated blood for the noble cause. The par-
ticipants included NUST civilian students, Naval officers, Allied
officers and university staff. The blood collected was used to aid
cancer patients.

Competition Participation Report

IMechE UAS Challenge
NUST Air Works is a formidable assemblage of Mechanical,
Electrical and Manufacturing engineering students. Originally a
concise team of four freshmen has now proliferated in number,
due to its immense success in domestic events since its incep-
tion in 2016.
Visit to Edhi Orphanage House The following are the team’s local achievements:
The ECSS visited the children at Edhi Orphanage House on 26
October 2018 where the team interacted with the youngster • 1st Position National Engineering Robotics
and took part in recreational activities. Keeping the goal of soci- Competition (NERC) 2017 (Game of Drones).
ety in mind, children were entertained and involved in a variety • 2Grand Champions Propellair 2017
of indoor and outdoor sports. The day was spent in spreading • Best Aircraft in Electrical category Propellair 2016
smiles and sharing many lights moments with the charming • Runners Up in Aerial Escapade 2017
kids. About the Competition:

The IMechE UAS challenge is an annual event hosted by Insti-

tution of Mechanical Engineers, where students from under-
graduate to post graduate level engage in design, construction,
development and demonstration of an autonomous Unmanned
Aerial System (UAS) from different universities across the globe.
This year, the competition gave the students a real world sce-
nario where their drone had to perform disaster relief activities
in a flooded area. The drone was required to be operated fully
autonomously and was required to drop maximum number of
food packages accurately in the first mission.

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In the second mission, the drone was again required to be fully
autonomous, but this time the drone had to survey a pre-de-
fined area to look for distress signals. The distress signals were
placed as small targets on the ground and the drone had to find
the coordinates of those signals and send it back to the ground
station using Image detection.

PNEC
Team NUST Air Works Participation:
The following students from the team participated in the event:
• Ahsan Ahmed Khan, Semester VI, Mechanical
Engineering.
• Muhammad Rashad Reyaz, Semester V, Mechanical
Engineering. NUST CAREER FAIR 2018
• Muhammad Faizan Khan, Semester V, Mechanical NUST Career Fair 2018 was organized on 20 April 2018 at Paki-
Engineering. stan Navy Engineering College (PNEC) – NUST Karachi Campus;
• Syed Hassan Danish, Semester Vl, Industrial & an event for all 18 NUST schools and colleges to engage the in-
Manufacturing Engineering. dustry extensively in Karachi – an industrial hub of the country.
• Minhaj Haider, Semester Vl, Electrical Engineering. In order to strengthen NUST and industry terms in the areas
• Abdul Samad, Semester Vl, Electrical Engineering. of jobs and internships for the NUST graduates and students
• Zain-ul-Mustafa, Semester Vl, Electrical Engineering. respectively.
• Fahad Iftikhar, Semester Vl, Electrical Engineering. The event was attended by leading industries and academia in
• Eraj Navaid, Semester Vl, Electrical Engineering. Karachi. Lt General Naweed Zaman HI(M) graced the occasion
• Munnaza Iqbal, Semester Vl, Electrical Engineering. as Chief Guest and start the ceremony with the inauguration
About the Drone: ceremony of Pakistan’s first Formula Electric Racing Car, de-
signed and manufactured by PNEC students.
The team named their drone “Halcyon”. The following are the
specification and capabilities of halcyon:

• Ribbed Wooden Structure with carbon fiber core

and landing gear
• Wingspan of almost 8ft (2.5m)
• Payload Capacity of 2 kg
• Flight time up to 1 hour (if payload is exchanged with
additional batteries)
• Weather proof (tested in sandy , dry, cold and rainy
conditions)
• Reconnaissance capabilities
• Wireless transmission of GPS coordinates back to PNEC 20th OPEN HOUSE & PROJECTS DISPLAY 2018
the ground station if life signs are detected
Achievements:
HELD ON 10 MAY 2018
PNEC annually organizes Open House/Projects Display at the
end of spring semester to display the projects of engineering
Team NUST Air Works was able to clear the technical inspection
deliberation conceived by students as their Final Year Projects
on the first day and was one of the only two teams which were
(FYP) under the mentoring of faculty members and industry
able to test their Drone in rough weather.
advisors. The event is a platform to strengthen the industry
The following are the achievements of the team:
and university relation through providing a forum of common
interest to both the industries as well as University. GM (Engg)
• Highest Placed New Entrant Award: The team
Karachi Port Trust, Rear Admiral Sajid Wazir Khan HI(M) graced
secured the highest position among the new
the event as Chief Guest. A total 67 projects were displayed from
entrants of the competition and was placed higher
Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering
than many other previous participants.
and Management Information System Departments. The event
• Media Engagement Award: The team partnered
was attended by 45 different industries/organizations in Karachi.
with Mc Donald’s Pakistan for making a motivational
and awareness video about drones and the team’s
journey which got 0.85 million views and also
engaged with different schools for drone workshop.
• Most Professional Flight Readiness Video: NUST
Air Works made the best flight readiness video
highlighting the features of the aircraft in the
technical report submission.
• Special Mention in Award Ceremony for Modular
Design: The team was able to carry the drone in
their checked in Luggage and their design was
appreciated by the judges.

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NUST Career Fair 2018 was organized on 20 April 2018 at Paki-
stan Navy Engineering College (PNEC) – NUST Karachi Campus;
an event for all 18 NUST schools and colleges to engage the in-
dustry extensively in Karachi – an industrial hub of the country.
In order to strengthen NUST and industry terms in the areas
of jobs and internships for the NUST graduates and students
PNEC

respectively.
The event was attended by leading industries and academia in
Karachi. Lt General Naweed Zaman HI(M) graced the occasion
as Chief Guest and start the ceremony with the inauguration
ceremony of Pakistan’s first Formula Electric Racing Car, de-
signed and manufactured by PNEC students. SPACE GIRLS, SPACE WOMEN: SPACE THROUGH THE
EYES OF THE WOMEN
Consulate of Italy in Karachi in collaboration with Pakistan Navy
Engineering College (PNEC) – NUST Karachi Campus and ASI
(AgenziaSpazialeItaliana) organized an international photo-
graphic exhibition “Space Girls, Space Women; Space through
the eyes of the women” to meet the girls who have their heads
in the stars, female students passionate about space, and
women who are today at the heart of the space adventure. The
event was hosted for the very first time in Pakistan.

The event showcased the broad range of opportunities in the

space sector with portraits of females who have been contrib-
NUST PNEC TEAM – SEMA 2018 uting to the space adventure with their daily work. Along with
PNEC Team participated in SEMA-2018 in Singapore and se- this, Pakistan Space Science Education Centre (PSSEC) set up
cured overall 1st position in three Communications Challenges Space Science Exhibition where students were engaged in space
held prior to the event amongst 130 teams. Team PNEC NUST related activities like simulated surface of Mars, rovers, virtual
also secured 2nd position in Technical Innovation. Moreover its reality (VR) experience of surface of moon, rocket launching ex-
prototype battery electric car successfully secured 12th posi- periments, and making of balloon cars.
tion amongst 130 teams with a mileage of 103 Km/KWh.
This year Team PNEC-NUST participated in Prototype Electric &
Urban ICE Categories as well.

TechFest’18
IEEE NUST PNEC Student Branch organized TechFest’18 on 24th
and 25th of November 2018. A programming contest to bring
Prototype Battery Electric Category together talented Engineering students from throughout Kara-
A total of 26 teams participated in this category, however, only chi to compete in a spirit of Knowledge.TechFest’18 was divided
16 cars managed to perform on track including 02 from Paki- into 4 modules, Speed Programming, Robotics, E Gaming and
stan. It is pertinent to mention that Team NUST-PNEC was the Circuit Designing to test the programming skills and problem
Best Mileage Car from Pakistan in any category with a mileage solving abilities of contest. The event was a resounding success.
of 103 Km/kWh. Moreover, the car secured 1st position in Proto
Electric Category from Pakistan and had an overall ranking of
12th in Asia. It is further highlighted that it was the1st car to
clear the safety and technical inspection from Pakistan in the
1st attempt.
Urban ICE
A total of 37 teams participated, however, 29 teams cleared the
technical inspection including 03 from Pakistan i.e NUST-PNEC,
NUSTAG and Team DHA Suffa. The team won the Commenda-
tion Award for Technical Innovation at SEMA-2018 and was the
only car selected as official flag bearer of Pakistan in this year’s
event.

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NUST- PNEC TEAM PARTICIPATION IN 9TH ANNUAL UNILEVER TALENT HUNT – ACHIEVEMENT OF NUST-
HULT PRIZE REGIONAL FINAL – LONDON PNEC STUDENTS
Hult Prize is largest social entrepreneurship competition which Unilever Talent Hunt is a case-based marketing competition
provides an excellent platform to all college and university stu- organized annually in Pakistan to give University students ex-
dents to present their ideas that can potentially address some posure to real-world industry problems of some of the world’s
of the most pressing global issues such as food, security, wa- largest brands. This exposure is bolstered as the winning team

PNEC
ter access, energy, and education. This year, teams were chal- represents Unilever Pakistan globally at Future Leader’s League,
lenged to “harness the power of energy to transform the lives held in London, thereby connecting with young leaders from
of 10 million people by 2025”. Furthermore, this competition around the world and the individuals leading Unilever globally.
provides an opportunity to the participants to win 1 M million
USD to launch their start-up. This year, 1300+ students from various institutes across Paki-
stan participated in the contest where they presented their
In the first stage of competition, a team of 04 x undergraduate marketing ideas matched with their respective cases. A total of
students from PNEC presented their idea “Wheelo”, an electric 13 teams were shortlisted via a rigorous screening procedure
powered wheel at the campus finals at NUST H-12 on 18 Dec 17. for the semi-finals which took place in Karachi. The semi-final-
Wheelo is a detachable and easy-to-replace model E-bike mod- ists were further judged on the basis of their big idea, presenta-
ule for a bicycle. It serves to revolutionize the mode of transpor- tion skills and practicality in approach, selecting only 6 teams
tation for general public who use motorbikes for their daily life as finalists.
routine. It provides a greener and sustainable substitute to re-
duce the carbon footprint of our world. The team Wheelo was The Finale which took place in Avari Towers, Karachi on January
crowned the winner among 183 teams from all over Pakistan. 31, 2018 hosted teams from NUST Islamabad (NBS), NUST Kara-
chi (PNEC), LUMS, IBA and LSE. A team of Mechanical Engineers
For the next stage, the PNEC Team “Wheelo” travelled to Lon- namely Farrukh Aqil, Ali Asher Kazmi and Usama Noor from
don to participate in the 9th Annual Hult Prize Regional Finals NUST-PNEC won the competition with their business idea of
held on 9th – 10th March 2018. The first day of the competition “Ready to eat Knorr noodles”. The team has been granted fast
featured a networking session which allowed teams to interact track entry to the Discovery Centre round of Unilever Future
with each other and discuss their ideas. Wheelo’s idea was very Leader Programme. Team-PNEC participated in the the Future
well received and highly complemented by other teams. It also Leaders’ League Global Finals, London hosted by Unilever held
featured a mentoring session with highly accomplished entre- from 18 to 20 April 2018.
preneurs which provided some valuable advice to teams from
their decades of experience. On the second day of the compe-
tition, after some final words of motivation from the CEO of
Hult Prize, Ahmad Ashkar, the pitching commenced at the Hult
International Business School. A total of 50 teams present for
the competition were divided into 6 rooms where they pitched
their ideas in front panels of highly esteemed judges from vari-
ous industrial sectors such as DorotheeD’Herde from McKinsey
& Company and Steven Andrews from NewLight Africa. The best
team from each room was selected for the next round which
was conducted at the Christ Church Spitalfields where the top 6
teams were asked to take the stage once more and pitch their
startup in front of the entire panel of judges and participants.
Wheelo had the honor of being named one of the top 6 teams,
the only team in the list from all over Asia. Wheelo’s idea once
again received high praise from the judges with special empha-
sis on the team’s technical proficiency.
At the conclusion of the event, teams from University of Oxford
and University College London were crowned the co-champions
and qualified for the next round. Wheelo had the privilege of
being ranked third. Despite not being able to win the competi-
tion, the team holds great pride in the fact that it managed to
triumph over teams from most of the top universities from all
over the world. The competition has proven to be an instru-
mental learning experience for the team.

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 Academic Programmes
Bachelors in Electrical Engineering
Programme Description
PNEC

The programme is designed to meet the dictates of modern trends in the field of electrical technology, encompassing a wider
technological perspective. The programme includes basic sciences and humanities courses, electrical and microwave technology,
electronics, signal processing, control systems, communications, microprocessor and computer courses, with the final semester
specifically emphasising power generation, transmission, distribution and protection. The element of electrical power enables
the graduate engineer to effectively take on his/her job in the power generation and distribution sector. With a significant design
element of 6 credit hours for project work, students are able to apply their theoretical knowledge in research and developmental
activities.

Associated Careers
Electrical Engineering at NUST opens up numerous career paths for graduates. Students holding this degree have access to various
opportunities to commence their careers as design engineers, production managers, plant engineers, and quality engineers for
various private/government engineering organisations.

Scheme of Studies Programme Code: P 603

Semester-I Semester-II
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Course Title Credits
Code
HU-100 English 2-0 HU-107 Pakistan Studies 2-0
CS-114 Fundamentals of Programming 2-1 MATH-121 Linear Algebra and ODEs 3-0
HU-101 Islamic Studies 2-0 ME-109 Engineering Drawing 0-2
MATH-101 Calculus and Analytical Geometry 3-0 HU-109 Communication Skills 2-0
ME-105 Workshop Practice 0-1 *ME-100 Engineering Mechanics 3-0
PHY-102 Applied Physics 2-1 *EE-211 Electrical Network Analysis 3-1
*EE-111 Linear Circuit Analysis 3-1 MATH-121 Linear Algebra & ODEs 3-0
ME-105 Workshop Practice 0-1 ME-130 Thermodynamics-I 3-0
Total 14-4 Total 13-3
Semester-III Semester-IV
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
*CS– 212 Object Oriented Programming 3-1 EE-215 Electronic Devices and 3-1
(OOP) Circuits
ME-102 Thermodynamics 2-0 EE-241 Electromagnetic Field 3-0
Theory
EE–221 Digital Logic Design 3-1 EE-222 Microprocessor Systems 3-1
HU–212 Technical & Business Writing 2-0 MATH-232 Complex Variable and Trans- 3-0
forms
MATH–243 Vector Calculus 3-0 ECO-130 Engineering Economics 2-0
Total: 15+4=19 Total: 14-2
Note: Transfer students will take one additional course EE-111 Note: Transfer students will take one additional course (EE-
Linear Circuit Analysis (3-1) in 3rd Semester 211 Electrical Network Analysis (3-1) or ME-100 Engineering
Mechanics (3-0)) in 4th Semester. 1x left over will be taken in
next Summer.
Semester – V Semester – VI
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
Instrumentation and Measure-
EE-383 3-1 EE-351 Communication Systems 3-1
ments
EE-260 Electrical Machines 3-1 EE-371 Linear Control Systems 3-1
EE-313 Electronic Circuit Design 3-1 EE-330 Digital Signal Processing 3-1

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EE-232 Signals and Systems 3-1 MATH-351 Numerical Methods 3-0
MATH-361 Probability & Statistics 3-0 EC/EE- XXX Elective-I 3-X
Total 15-4 Total 15-(3+X)

Semester – VII Semester – VIII

PNEC
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
OTM-455 Engineering Project Management 2-0 HU-222 Professional Ethics 2-0
EE-498 Senior Design Project-I 0-2 MGT-271 Entrepreneurship 2-0
EC/EE-XXX Elective-II (Tfr from sem VI) 3-X XX-XXX University Elective 3-X
EC/EE-XXX Elective-III 3-X EC/EE-XXX Elective-V 3-X
EC/EE-XXX Elective-IV 3-X EE-499 Senior Design Project-II 0-4
ME-430 Power Plants 3-0 Total CHs 10-(4+X)
ME-499 Final Year Project-1 0-3 ME-498 Internship (Pass/Fail basis) -
Total 11-(2+X) ME-499 Final Year Project-II 0-3
105+24+X
Total
(129+X)

Electives ME-479 Gas Dynamics 2-0

ME-484 Gas Turbines 2-0
Course Course Title Credits
Code ME-485 Fuel Cell Technology 2-0
ME-401 Fundamentals of Aerodynamics 2-0 ME-486 Power Plant Engineering 2-0
ME-408 Applied Heat Transfer 2-0 ME-487 Power System Analysis 2-0
ME-409 Applied Thermodynamics 2-0 ME-488 Renewable Energy Technologies 2-0
ME-412 Automotive Technology 2-0 ME-489 Robotics and Automation 2-0
ME-413 Basic Naval Architecture 2-0 ME-490 Ship Propulsion Engineering 2-0
ME-414 Computational Fluid Dynamics 2-0 ME-491 Solar Energy Systems 2-0
ME-415 Computer Aided Engineering 1-1 ME-492 Vehicle Design Performance 2-0
ME-416 Computer Aided Thermal System 1-1 ME-493 Production Tooling & Automation 2-0
Design ME-496 Vehicle Dynamics 2-0
ME-424 Introduction to Oil and Natural Gas 2-0 ME-497 Advanced Engineering Design 2-0
Engineering ME-498 Power Train Systems 2-0
ME-429 Laser & its applications 2-0 DME-480 Automotive Manufacturing Systems 2-0
ME-438 Mechanical Engineering Design 2-0 DME-481 Computer Applications in Automo- 2-0
ME-470 Marine Environment Issues 2-0 bile Manufacturing
ME-471 Optimization Techniques 2-0 DME-482 Computer Applications in Manufac- 2-0
ME-473 Power Generation and Distribution 2-0 turing Systems
ME-474 Electrical Machines 2-0 DME-483 Industrial Maintenance Management 2-0
ME-475 Energy Conversion and Power Elec- 2-0 DME-484 Logic Design & Micro-processors 2-0
tronics DME-485 Logistics and Inventory Management 2-0
ME-476 Engine Tribology 2-0 DME-486 Ergonomics, Work Study and Meth- 2-0
ME-477 FEM applications in Automobile 2-0 ods Engineering
ME-478 Finite Element Methods 2-0 DME-487 FEM applications in Manufacturing 2-0

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 M&S-402 Introduction to Modeling and Simu- 1-1
lation
RIME-222 Introduction to Mechatronics Design 2-0
Fundamentals
Management Electives
ME-384 Operations Management 2-0
PNEC

ME-427 Operations Research 2-0

ME-425 Total Quality Management 2-0
ME-428 Engineering Law 2-0

University Electives
Any course from any discipline can be opted by the student

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MS and PhD in Electrical Engineering
(Specialization: Control Systems)

Specialisation Description
The aim of this advanced level programme is to develop a fundamental understanding of the advanced aspects of control engineering

PNEC
including modelling and analysis of dynamic system, studying stability and control aspects of linear and nonlinear dynamic systems
and investigating the optimality and robustness of control algorithms applied to various engineering applications..

Associated Careers
The programme offers the opportunity for employment in the leading engineering industries of the world. Students successfully
completing this postgraduate course may find employment as control engineers, design engineers, systems engineers or research
and development engineers in leading research organizations and multi-national engineering firms based in Pakistan and abroad.

MS Coursework Programme Code: 450

Semester – I Semester – II (Select any three courses)

Core Courses Course Code Course Title Credits
Course Code Course Title Credits EE-977 Nonliner Control Systems 3
EE-871 Linear Control Systems 3 EE-975 Robust & Multivariable Control 3
EE-831 Advanced Digital Signal Processing 3 EE-972 Advanced Digital Control Systems 3
EE-829 Digital Data Acquisition & Control 3
EE-891 Stochastic Systems 3
EE-905 Advanced Electronics 3
EE-974 Networked & Embedded Control 3
Systems
Semester – III (Select any two elective courses) EE 832 Pattern Recognition 3
EE- 823 Advanced Digital System Design 3
EE-855 Error Control Coding 3
EE- 973 Control System Optimization 3
RM-898 Research Methodology 2
EE-979 Selected Topics in Control Systems 3
EE-821 Advanced Embedded Systems 3
SE-807 Machine Learning 3 Design
CS-867, Computer Vision 3 Total 9
CE-803
EE-887 Network Switching & Routing 3 Semester – IV
EE-833 DSP Hardware System Design 3 EE-899 MS Thesis 6
Total 6 Grand Total 30

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 MS and PhD in Electrical Engineering
(Specialisation: Communications)
Specialisation Description
The principle aim of this advanced level specialization is to develop a fundamental understanding of the advanced aspects of
PNEC

communications engineering, including modelling and analysis of communication systems, studying aspects of efficient and
reliable transmission of data in communication networks and developing insight into evolution and challenges of next generation
communication networks.

Associated Careers
This specialization offers the opportunity with leading telecommunication industries around the globe, intending to deploy
and maintain different types of communication networks. Students successfully completing this postgraduate course may find
employment as design engineers, system engineers or research and development engineers in any of the leading telecommunications
companies in Pakistan or abroad.

Semester – I Semester – II (Select any three elective courses)

Core Courses Course Code Course Title Credits
Course Code Course Title Credits EE- 859 Performance Analysis of 3
EE- 831 Advanced Digital Signal Processing 3 Communication Networks

EE- 891 Stochastic Systems 3 EE- 837 Advanced Topics in Computer Vision 3
and Image Processing
EE- 852 Information and Coding Theory 3
EE- 951 Radar Systems 3
Total 9
EE-833 DSP Hardware System Design 3
EE-841 Electromagnetic Theory 3
EE 847 Microwave Networks & Passive 3
Semester – III (Select any two elective courses) Components
Course Code Course Title Credits
EE-946 Advance Antenna Theory and 3
EE- 823 Advanced Digital System Design 3 Design
EE- 853 Advanced Wireless Communication 3 EE-832 Pattern Recognition 3
EE- 846 RF Circuit Design 3 EE-883 Wireless Sensor and Mesh 3
EE- 888 Advanced Computer Network 3 Networks
Design & System Security EE-902 Nano-electronics 3
EE- 821 Advanced Embedded System Design 3 EE-898 Nanotechnology 3
EE- 836 Advanced Digital Image Processing 3 RM-898 Research Methodology 2
EE- 851 Advanced Digital Communication 3 Total 9
Systems
CSE- 812 RF Communication System Design 3 Semester – IV
EE-959 Selected Topics in Communication 3 Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
System
EE- 899 MS Thesis 6
CS-867, CE- Computer Vision 3
803 Grand Total 30
EE-949 Selected Topics in Microwave 3
Engineering
EE- 930 Spatial Array Processing 3
Total 6

Note: PhD students will complete additional requirements of 800/900 level coursework (18 credit hours) beyond their Masters degree, as recommended by the
doctoral Guidance and Examination Committee.

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PhD in Electrical Engineering
(Specialisation: Control Engineering)
Programme Description
The aim of this advanced level programme is to develop a fundamental understanding of the advanced aspects of control engi-

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neering including modeling and analysis of dynamic system, studying stability and control aspects of linear and nonlinear dynamic
systems and investigating the optimality and robustness of control algorithms applied to various engineering applications.

Associated Careers
The programme offers the opportunity for employment in the leading engineering industries of the world. Students successfully
completing this postgraduate course may find employment as control engineers, design engineers, systems engineers or research
and development engineers in leading research organizations and multi-national engineering firms based in Pakistan and abroad.

PhD Course Details (Control Systems)

(any 06 courses be selected)
Course Code Course Title Credits
EE-871 Linear Control Systems 3
EE-831 Advanced Digital Signal Processing 3
EE-891 Stochastic Systems 3
EE- 823 Advanced Digital System Design 3
EE-977 Nonlinear Control Systems 3
EE-875 Discreet Time Control System
EE- 874 Adaptive Control 3
EE-873 Fuzzy Control 3
EE- 973 Control System Optimization 3
EE-974 Networked & Embedded Control Systems 3
Total 18
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 PhD in Electrical Engineering
(Specialisation: B: Communications)
Specialisation Description
The principle aim of this advanced level specialization is to develop a fundamental understanding of the advanced aspects of com-
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munications engineering, including modeling and analysis of communication systems, studying aspects of efficient and reliable
transmission of data in communication networks and developing insight into evolution and challenges of next generation com-
munication networks.

Important Courses
Analysis of Stochastic systems, Advanced Digital Signal Processing, Information Theory and Coding, Advanced Communication
Networks, Advanced Digital System Design, Wireless Communication Network, Advanced Digital System Design, Wireless Commu-
nications, Wavelet based Image and Signal Processing, Optical Communication Systems, Advanced Topics in Communications and
Signal Processing, RF/Miro-wave and Antennae Design, RF circuit design and Radar Systems.

Associated Careers
This specialization offers the opportunity with leading telecommunication industries around the globe, intending to deploy and
maintain different types of communication networks. Students successfully completing this postgraduate course may find employ-
ment as design engineers, system engineers or research and development engineers in any of the leading telecommunications
companies in Pakistan or abroad.

PhD Course Details (Communications)

(any 06 courses be selected)
Course Code Course Title Credits
EE- 831 Advanced Digital Signal Processing 3
EE- 891 Stochastic Systems 3
EE- 852 Information and Coding Theory 3
CSE - 879 Network Performance Analysis 3
EE 883 Wireless Sensor and Mesh Networks 3
EE 847 Microwave Networls & Passive Components 3
EE 832 Pattern Recognition 3
EE-841 Electromagnetic Theory 3
EE- 823 Advanced Digital System Design 3
EE- 837 Advanced Topics in Computer Vision and Image Processing 3
EE- 853 Advance Wireless Communication 3
EE- 846 Microwave Photonics 3
EE- 888 Advanced Computer Network Design & System Security 3
EE- 821 Advanced Embedded System Design 3
EE- 851 Advanced Digital Communication Systems 3
CSE- 812 RF Communication System Design 3
EE- 930 Spatial Array Processing 3
Total 18
EE-999 PhD Thesis 30

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Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering
Programme Description
The undergraduate programme is designed to inculcate a comprehensive understanding of the fundamentals of design and analysis
of structural mechanics, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics and properties of materials. It attempts to provide students with broad

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intellectual tools and skills, essential for professional practice as well as for continuing studies in all engineering specialties. This
discipline largely includes concepts of metallurgy, heat treatments and welding/cutting/other Forms of workability on materials. In
a nut-shell, it is the science of taking material from market and processing it to form useful items.

Associated Careers
Given the fact that mechanical engineering plays a vital role in almost all industries, career options are manifold. Graduates may
seek careers as design engineers, production managers, plant engineers and quality engineers for various private or government
engineering companies, consultancies and R&D organisations. Pakistan can benefit from this discipline, as manufacturing of spares
is a regular activity at almost all of its repair and maintenance operations. This aspect also enhances the career outcomes for
graduates of this program. What further adds to its appeal is the fact that it is one of the highest paid professions in developed
economies of the world.

Scheme of Studies Programme Code: P 604

Semester-I Semester-II
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
MATH-101 Calculus & Analytical Geometry 3-0 MATH-121 Linear Algebra & ODEs 3-0
HU-100 English 2-0 ME-221 Engineering Materials 3-0
HU-107 Pakistan Studies 2-0 ME-113 Engineering Mechanics-I: Statics 3-0
CH-109 Applied Chemistry 2-0 HU-101 Islamic Studies 2-0
PHY-102 Applied Physics 2-1 HU-109 Communication Skills 2-0
CS-114 Fundamentals of Programming 2-1 ME-109 Engineering Drawing 0-2
ME-105 Workshop Practice 0-1 Total 13-2=15
Total CHs 13-
3=16

Semester-III Semester-IV
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
MATH-232 Complex Variables and Transforms 3-0 MATH-351 Numerical Methods 3-0
ME-230 Fluid Mechanics-I 3-0 ME-210 Mechanics of Materials-I 3-0
ME-130 Thermodynamics-I 3-0 ME-330 Fluid Mechanics-II 3-0
ME-114 Engineering Mechanics-II: 3-0 ME-231 Thermodynamics-II 3-0
Dynamics
EE-103 Electrical Engineering 2-1 EE-227 Electronics Engineering 2-1
ME-223 Advanced Workshop Practice 1-1 HU-212 Technical and Business Writing 2-0
ME-211 Computer Aided Drawing 0-1 ME-337 Fluid Mechanics Lab 0-1
ME-115 Engineering Mechanics Lab 0-1 ME-232 Thermodynamics Lab 0-1
Total 15- Total 16-3=19
4=19

Semester-V Semester-VI
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
ME-218 Machine Design-I 3-0 ME-310 Mechanics of Machines 3-0
ME-212 Mechanics of Materials-II 3-0 ME-327 Instrumentation and Measurement 2-1
ME-331 Heat & Mass Transfer 3-0 ME-320 Machine Design-II 2-0
ME-322 Manufacturing Processes 3-1 MATH-361 Probability & Statistics 3-0
ME-325 Engineering Economics 2-0 XXX- Technical Elective-1 2-0
ME-216 Mechanics of Materials Lab 0-1 ME-326 Heating, Ventilating and Air 3-0
Conditioning

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 ME-339 Control Engineering 2-1 ME-332 Heat Transfer and HVAC Lab 0-1
Total CHs 16-3=19 CSL-401 Community Service Learning 0-2*
Total CHs 15-
2=17+2*
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Semester-VII Semester-VIII
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
MGT-271 Entrepreneurship 2-0 HU-222 Professional Ethics 2-0
ME-411 Introduction to Finite Element 2-1 ME-420 Project Management 2-0
Analysis (Management Elective)
ME-421 Mechanical Vibrations 3-0 ME-424 Health, Safety and Environment 1-0
ME-433 Mechanisms and Mechanical 0-1 XXX Technical Elective-3 2-0
Vibrations Lab
XXX Technical Elective-2 2-0 ME-439 Internal Combustion Engines 3-0
ME-430 Power Plants 3-0 ME-431 IC Engines & Power Plants Lab 0-1
ME-499 Final Year Project-1 0-3 ME-498 Internship (Pass/Fail basis) -
CSL-401 Community Service Learning 0-2* ME-499 Final Year Project-II 0-3
(Satisfactory/Participated basis)
Total 12-5=17 Total 10-4=14
Grand Total 136-2*
*CSL-401 (0-2) is not counted towards CGPA calculation.

Electives
Course Code Course Title Credits
ME-440 Fundamentals of Aerodynamics 3-0 ME-463 Power System Analysis 3-0
ME-441 Applied Heat Transfer 2-1 ME-464 Renewable Energy Technologies 3-0
ME-442 Applied Thermodynamics 3-0 ME-465 Robotics and Automation 3-0
ME-443 Automotive Technology 2-1 ME-466 Ship Propulsion Engineering 3-0
ME-444 Basic Naval Architecture 3-0 ME-467 Solar Energy Systems 3-0
ME-445 Computational Fluid Dynamics 3-0 ME-468 Vehicle Design Performance 3-0
ME-446 Computer Aided Engineering 1-2 ME-469 Production Tooling & Automation 2-1
ME-447 Computer Aided Thermal System 2-1 M&S-401 Introduction to Modeling and 2-1
Design Simulation
ME-449 Introduction to Oil and Natural Gas 3-0 RIME-221 Introduction to Mechatronics 2-1
Engineering Design Fundamentals
ME-450 Laser & its applications 3-0 DME-470 Automotive Manufacturing Systems 3-0
ME-451 Marine Environment Issues 3-0 DME-471 Computer Applications in 3-0
Automobile Manufacturing
ME-452 Optimization Techniques 3-0
DME-472 Computer Applications in 3-0
ME-453 Power Generation and Distribution 3-0
Manufacturing Systems
ME-454 Electrical Machines 3-0
DME-473 Industrial Maintenance 3-0
ME-455 Energy Conversion and Power 3-0 Management
Electronics
DME-474 Logic Design & Micro-processors 2-1
ME-456 Engine Tribology 3-0
DME-475 Logistics and Inventory 3-0
ME-457 FEM applications in Automobile 3-0 Management
ME-458 Finite Element Methods 3-0 DME-476 Ergonomics, Work Study and 3-0
ME-459 Gas Dynamics 3-0 Methods Engineering
ME-460 Gas Turbines 3-0 DME-477 FEM applications in Manufacturing 3-0
ME-461 Fuel Cell Technology 3-0 CHN-101 Chinese Language Course 3-0
ME-462 Power Plant Engineering 3-0

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MS and PhD in Mechanical Engineering (Evening)
Programme Description
This programme offers two specializations, namely; thermal power engineering and thermo fluids engineering. Thermo fluid
specialization is better suited to the students who are keen in pursuing research and academic careers. The curriculum is designed
to ensure that graduates will develop analytical, computational and experimental methods to analyze heat and fluid flow systems

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for research applications. Thermal power specialization is designed specifically to meet the needs of the modern engineer in
industry and educational institutions. This specialization will enable graduates to acquire knowledge of a broad range of industrially
relevant topics within the fields of thermodynamics and fluid mechanics.
Associated Careers
Completion of this programme results in comprehensive knowledge of thermal power and thermo fluids engineering. They will
enjoy strong adaptability in R&D organizations, industries and other establishments. Graduates can apply for career in academia
and research in higher education schools, HVAC and thermal design companies/consulting firms, power plants, and many other
establishments.
Programme Code: 451
MS Mechanical (Thermal Power & Fluid Engineering)

Semester – I Semester – II
Core Courses Select any Three elective courses
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
ME-882 Heat & Mass Transfer 3 ME-831 Computational Fluid Dynamics-I 3
ME-881 Advanced Fluid Mechanics 3 ME-885 Thermal Systems Design 3
MATH-812 Advanced Engineering 3 ME-886 Power Plant Engineering 3
Mathematics
ME-887 Sustainable Energy Systems 3
Total 9
ME-888 Radiation Heat Transfer 3

Semester – III ME-889 Conduction Heat Transfer 3

Select any Two elective courses Total 9
Course Code Course Title Credits
ME-819 Instrumentation & Data Acquisition 3 Semester – IV
Systems
Course Code Course Title Credits
ME-802 Finite Element Methods 3
ME-899 MS Thesis 6
ME-890 Advanced Turbo Machinery 3
Grand Total 30
MEA-801 Fundamentals of Maintenance 3
MEA-803 Failure Analysis & Condition Based 3
Maintenance
EM-843 Advanced Research Methods 3
Total 6

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Semester – I Semester – II
Core Courses Select any Three elective courses
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
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MATH-812 Advanced Engineering 3 ME-831 Computational Fluid Dynamics-I 3

Mathematics
ME-881 Advanced Fluid Mechanics 3
ME-802 Finite Element Methods 3
ME-817 Advanced Theory of Vibrations 3
ME-803 Continuum Mechanics 3
ME-833 Computational Fluid Dynamics-II 3
Total 9
ME-834 Fracture Mechanics 3
Semester – III ME-835 Advanced Mechanics of Materials 3
Select any Two elective courses
Course Code Course Title Credits ME-882 Heat & Mass Transfer 3

ME-836 Theory of Elasticity 3 Total 9

ME-837 Nonlinear Dynamics 3

ME-820 Advanced Instrumentation and 3 Semester – IV
Experimental Methods Course Code Course Title Credits
EM-843 Advanced Research Methods 3 ME-899 MS Thesis 6
ME-840 Computational Fluid Dynamics and 3 Grand Total 30
Heat Transfer
ME-898 Special Topics 3
ME-841 Finite Element Analysis of 3
Composite
Total 6

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PhD in Mechanical Engineering
(Specialisation: Thermal Power and Fluid Engineering)
Programme Description
This programme offers two specializations, namely; thermal power engineering and thermo fluids engineering. Thermo fluid spe-

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cialization is better suited to the students who are keen in pursuing research and academic careers. The curriculum is designed to
ensure that graduates will develop analytical, computational and experimental methods to analyze heat and fluid flow systems for
research applications. Thermal power specialization is designed specifically to meet the needs of the modern engineer in industry
and educational institutions. This specialization will enable graduates to acquire knowledge of a broad range of industrially rel-
evant topics within the fields of thermodynamics and fluid mechanics.

Important Courses
Advanced Head Transfer, Advanced Fluid Mechanics, Instrumentation, Measurements and Data Acquisition System, Computational
Fluid Dynamics and Heat Transfer, Advanced Numerical Analysis, Thermal System Design, Advanced Refrigeration and Air Condi-
tioning, Power Plant Engineering, Thermal System Design, Advanced Turbo Machinery, Internal Combustion Engines, Finite Ele-
ment Method, Advanced Numerical Analysis, Fundamentals of Maintenance, Maintenance Planning and Control, Failure Analysis
and Condition Based Maintenance, Computer Integrated Manufacturing, Quality and Reliability Management, Sustainable Energy
Systems, Project Managements. In addition, apart from these courses other departments/university can also be selected with
consent of PhD Supervisor.

Associated Careers
Completion of this programme results in comprehensive knowledge of thermal power and thermo fluids engineering. They will
enjoy strong adaptability in R&D organizations, industries and other establishments. Graduates can apply for career in academia
and research in higher education schools, HVAC and thermal design companies/consulting firms, power plants, and many other
establishments.

PhD Course Details (Thermal Power and Fluid Engineering)

(any 06 courses be selected)
Course Code Course Title Credits
ME-884 Convection Heat Transfer 3
ME-881 Advance Fluid Mechanics 3
MATH-812 Advance Engineering Mathematics 3
ME-831 Computational Fluid Dynamics-I 3
ME-885 Thermal Systems Design 3
ME-886 Power Plant Engineering 3
ME-887 Sustainable Energy Systems 3
ME-888 Radiation Heat Transfer 3
ME-889 Conduction Heat Transfer 3
ME-819 Instrumentation & Data Acquisition Systems 3
ME-802 Finite Element Methods 3
ME-890 Advance Turbo Machinery 3
MEA-801 Fundamentals of Maintenance 3
MEA-803 Failure Analysis & Condition Based Maintenance 3
ME-898 Special Topics 3
Total 18
ME-999 PhD Thesis 30

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 PhD in Mechanical Engineering
(Specialisation: Computational Mechanics)
Programme Description
This course offers specializations in Computational Mechanics. Computational Mechanics specialization is better suited to the stu-
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dents who are keen in pursuing research and academic careers. The curriculum is designed to ensure that graduates will develop
analytical, computational and experimental methods to analyse fluid flow systems for research applications. Computational Me-
chanics specialisation is designed specifically to meet the needs of the modern engineer in industry and educational institutions.
This specialization will enable graduates to acquire knowledge of a broad range of industrially relevant topics within the fields of
thermodynamics and fluid mechanics.

Important Courses
Advanced Engineering Mathematics, Finite Element Methods, Continuum Mechanics and Advanced Fluid Mechanics, Computa-
tional Fluid Dynamics and Heat Transfer, Advanced Numerical Analysis and Thermal System Design.

Associated Careers
Completion of this programme results in comprehensive knowledge of thermal power and thermo fluids engineering. They will
enjoy strong adaptability in R&D organizations, industries and other establishments. Graduates can apply for career in academia
and research in higher education schools and many other establishments.

PhD Course Details (Computational Mechanics)

(any 06 courses be selected)
Course Code Course Title Credits
MATH-812 Advance Engineering Mathematics 3
ME-802 Finite Element Methods 3
ME-803 Continuum Mechanics 3
ME-831 Computational Fluid Dynamics-I 3
ME-881 Advanced Fluid Mechanics 3
ME-817 Advanced Theory of Vibrations 3
ME-833 Computational Fluid Dynamics-II 3
ME-834 Fracture Mechanics 3
ME-835 Advanced Mechanics of Materials 3
ME-882 Heat and Mass Transfer 3
ME-836 Theory of Elasticity 3
ME-837 Nonlinear Dynamics 3
ME-839 Advanced Finite Elements Analysis 3
ME-820 Advanced Instrumentation and Experimental Methods 3
EM-843 Advanced Research Methods 3
ME-840 Computational Fluid Dynamics and Heat Transfer 3
ME-898 Special Topics 3
Total 18
ME-999 PhD Thesis 30

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MS and PhD in Manufacturing Engineering and Management
Programme Description
This programme is designated to equip engineers with latest development, along with developing their managerial acumen. This is
an applied programme with state-of-art manufacturing laboratories available for the students. The programme has been tailored

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keeping industry requirement in view.

Associated Careers
The programme has a management perspective, thus it offers broad career opportunities for students. With the high ranking NUST
enjoys in the country and around the world, this programme is an ideal launching pad for an engineer’s career. This market-driven
course opens a multitude of opportunities for engineers besides the canonical jobs. The development of managerial strengths in
graduates enables them to meet tough market demands and provides them with stronger and more realistic growth opportunities
in their professional careers.

Coursework Programme Code: 454

Core Courses
Course Code Course Title Credits
MEM-802 Production and Manufacturing Processes 3
MEM-803 Productional and Operations Management 3
MEM-804 Computer Integrated Manufacturing 3
MEM-899 MS Thesis 6

Elective Courses Stream wise

Manufacturing Engineering
Course Code Course Title Credits
MEM-800 Manufacturing Strategies and Technologies 3
MEM-805 Product Development Management and Economics 3
MEM-811 Advanced Manufacturing Processes 3
MEM-812 Advanced Materials Engineering 3
MEM-813 Surface Engineering 3
MEM-814 Special Topics in Manufacturing Engineering (Introduction to Nondestructive Testing) 3
MEM-821 Manufacturing Systems Design and Management 3
Industrial and Engineering Management
Industrial and Engineering Management
MEM-801 Project Management 3
MEM-806 Quality and Reliability Management 3
MEM-822 Supply Chain Management 3
MEM-823 Financial Management 3
MEM-824 Leadership and Entrepreneurship 3
MEM-825 Operation Research 3
MEM-826 Special Topics in Industrial / Engineering Management 3

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EM-843 Advanced Research Methods 3
MEM-831 Principles of CAD 3
MEM-832 Finite Element Methods 3
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MEM-833 Advanced Numerical Methods 3

Additional Courses
RM-898 Research Methodology 2
SEM/WKSP-897 Seminar / Workshop (for MS) 1
SEM/WKSP-997 Seminar / Workshop (for PhD) 1

PhD Courses
Course Code Course Title Credits
MEM-911 High Performance Machining 3
MEM-912 Advanced Metal Forming 3
MEM-913 Recent Advances in Machining Technology 3
MEM-914 Advanced Coating Technology 3
MEM-915 Rapid prototyping and Manufacturing 3
MEM-921 Design and Analysis of Allocation Mechanism 3
MEM-922 Advanced-Topics in System Engineering 3
MEM-923 System Safety Engineering and Management 3
MEM-924 Engineering Ethics 3
MEM-925 Facility Planning and Layout 3
MEM-926 Production Planning and Control 3
MEM-927 Production Scheduling Techniques 3
MEM-928 Service Engineering 3
MEM-929 Advanced Topics in Quality Management 3
MEM-916 Advanced Materials for Engineering Components 3
MEM-917 Laser Materials Processing 2
MEM-918 Adv Maintenance Engineering & Process Improvement 3
MEM-919 Tribology & Advanced Surface Engineering 3
MEM-931 Non-linear Finite Element Methods 3
MEM-932 Modelling of Machining Operations 3
MEM-933 Modelling of Metal Forming Operations 3
MEM-981 Special topics for PhD programme 3
(Any subject on the research interests of the faculty available)
MEM-999 PhD Thesis 30

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Programme Description
The programme is designed to train HR capital in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering with speclization in Design of Marine
Structures, Marine Mechanical Engineering or Marine Electrical Engineering streams.The first stream focuses on deisgn of ma-
rine platforms, especially surface ships both naval and merchant (container Ships, Tankers etc). Marine Mechanical Engineering
stream focuses on design and diagnosis of marine mechanical systems including Gas Turbines, Diesel Engines and Marine Auxillary
systems. Marine Electrical Engineeering stream focuses on design of marine electronic systems both Naval (RADAR, SONAR, Com-

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mand & Control, Communication, Weapon systems etc) and Commercial (Navigation, Communication systems etc).

Associated Careers
This programme is aimed to help meet the HR requirements of Ports and Shipping sectors besides defence sector of Pakistan in the
fields of ship design and marine engineering. It is designed to prepare a pool of professionals in Pakistan to serve local as well as
international marine industry and maritime institutions.

Core Courses
Course Code Course Title Credits
MATH-812 Advanced Engineering Mathematics 3
MATH-830 Applied Numerical Analysis 3
NAE-840 Advanced Marine Dynamics 3
NAE- 870 Advanced Marine Design 3
NAE- 899 MS Thesis 6

Elective Courses
Course Code Course Title Credits
NAE-842 Marine Hydrodynamics 3
NAE-845 Advanced Fluid Mechanics and Marine Applications 3
NAE-846 Computational Fluid Dynamics and Marine Applications 3
NAE-850 Marine Structural Mechanics 3
NAE-851 Finite Element Methods and Applications in Marine Structures 3
NAE-855 Advanced Marine Materials 3
NAE-856 Advanced Marine Fabrication Methods 3
NAE-860 International Maritime Rules and Certifications 3
MME-810 Marine Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery Systems 3
MME-812 Ship Main Engines and Diagnostic Techniques 3
MME-830 Energy Efficiency in Ships 3
MEE-810 Modern Control Theory and Applications in Marine Systems 3
MEE-812 Electrical Machines and Power Electronic Systems 3
MEE-815 Marine Electrical Systems and Electrical Propulsion 3

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Scheme of Studies Programme Code:

Semester-I NA-231 Hydrodynamics 3-0
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Course Code Course Title Credits NA-232 Hydrodynamics Lab 0-1

HU-100 English 2-0
NA-241 Introduction to Marine 1-1
CS-114 Fundamentals of Programming 2-1 Manufacturing Processes
Total CHs 15-3
MATH-101 Calculus & Analytical Geometry 3-0
PHY-102 Applied Physics 2-1 Semester-V
ME-105 Workshop Practice 0-1 Course Code Course Title Credits
NA-351 Marine Control System 2-1
CH-109 Applied Chemistry 2-0
NA-320 Ship Hydrostatics & Stability 3-0
HU-107 Pakistan Studies 2-0
NA-332 Ship Resistance 3-1
Total CHs 13-3
NA-352 Marine Engineering 3-0
Semester-II NA-321 Ship Dynamics 3-0
Course Code Course Title Credits
ME-325 Engineering Economics 2-0
HU-101 / Islamic Studies/ Islamic Studies 2-0
HU-119* and Quranic Learning CSL-401 Community Service Learning 0-2*
HU-109 Communication Skills 2-0
Total CHs 16-2
ME-109 Engineering Drawing 0-2
MATH-121 Linear Algebra & ODEs 3-0 Semester-VI
Course Code Course Title Credits
ME-113 Engineering Mechanics-I Statics 3-0
NA-314 Ship Structure-II 3-0
NA-213 Marine Material Science & 3-0
Engineering NA-333 Ship Propulsion 3-0

Total CHs 13-2 NA-XXX Technical Elective – I 2-0

NA-334 Ship Maneuvering 3-1
Semester-III
Course Code Course Title Credits MATH-361 Probability and Statistics 3-0
NA-250 Marine Electrical Engineering 2-1 MATH-352 Numerical Methods 2-1
NA-210 Introduction to Ship Structure 3-0 NA-498 Internship(Pass/Fail basis) -
ME-230 Fluid Mechanics-I 3-0 Total CHs 16-2
MATH-232 Complex Variables and Transforms 3-0
ME-114 Engineering Mechanics-II: 3-0
Semester-VII
Dynamics Course Code Course Title Credits
ME-115 Engineering Mechanics Lab 0-1 MGT-270 Entrepreneurship 2-0

ME-211 Computer Aided Drawing 0-1 NA-415 Finite Element Methods and 2-1
Marine Applications
Total CHs 14-3
NA-422 Ship Seakeeping 3-1

Semester-IV NA-XXX Technical Elective – 2 2-0

Course Code Course Title Credits NA-443 Ship Design and Production 2-0
NA-211 Ship Structure I 3-0
NA-499 Ship Design (FYP) 0-3
HU-212 Technical and Business Writing 2-0
NA-342 Advanced Marine Vehicle 2-0
NA-212 Ship Structures Lab 0-1
Total CHs 13-5
NA-240 Basic Naval Architecture 3-0
NA-130 Marine Thermodynamics** 3-0
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Semester-VIII Management Electives
Course Code Course Title Credits ME-384 Operations Management 2-0
HU-222 Professional Ethics 2-0
ME-427 Operations Research 2-0
ME-XXX Management Elective 2-0
ME-425 Total Quality Management 2-0

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NA-XXX Technical Elective – 3 2-0
ME-428 Engineering Law 2-0
NA-444 Marine Fabrication Method 3-1
ME-420 Project Management 2-0
NA-499 Ship Design (FYP) 0-3
Total CHs 9-4
Grand Total 133

Electives
Course Code Course Title Credits
NA-445 Submarine and Submersible 2-0
Design
NA-446 Design of small Crafts 2-0
NA-435 UUV and Submarine Control and 2-0
Manoeuvring
NA-447 Design of Offshore Marine 2-0
Structure
NA-448 Ship Survey & Incident 2-0
Investigation
NA-416 Submarine Structure 2-0
NA-336 Computational Fluid Dynamics 2-0
and Marine Applications
NA-417 Advanced Marine Structures 2-0
NA-418 Design of Foundations for Marine 2-0
Structures
NA-353 Ocean Environmental Engineering 2-0
NA-354 Port and Harbor Engineering 2-0
NA-355 Underwater Work Systems 2-0
NA-456 Coastal Engineering 2-0
NA-457 Marine Production Tooling & 2-0
Automation
NA-419 Advanced Marine Manufacturing 2-0
Processes
ME-470 Marine Environment Issues 2-0
NA-458 Fuel Cell Technology for Marine 2-0
Applications

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Programme Description
The programme is designed to provide the required knowledge and skills in Naval Architecture theory, analysis and design
procedures applicable to both Naval and merchant ships. Aim is to equip students with the knowledge of core Naval Architecture
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subjects of marine hydrodynamics, marine dynamics and marine structure alongside a complete cycle of early stage ship designing
using state of the art software, thus enabling them to get integrated into industrial ship design teams. Research skills are honed
through project work undertaken in the above core specialized fields.

Associated Careers
This programme is aimed to help meet the HR requirements of Ports and Shipping sectors besides defence sector of Pakistan in the
fields of ship design and marine engineering. It is designed to prepare a pool of professionals in Pakistan to serve local as well as
international marine industry and maritime institutions.

Scheme of Studies Programme Code: P 679

Core Courses
Course Code Course Title Credits
NAE-842 Marine Hydrodynamics-I 3
NAE-850 Marine Structures-I 3
NAE-840 Advanced Marine Dynamics 3
NAE-843 Marine Hydrodynamics-II 3
NAE-899 MS Thesis 6

Electives (Any Four)

Course Code Course Title Credits NAE-864 Naval Ship Conversion Design 3
NAE-845 Advanced Fluid Mechanics and 3 NAE-875 Submarine and Submersible Design 3
Marine Applications
NAE-846 Computational Fluid Dynamics and 3 NAE-868 Design of Small Craft 3
Marine Applications NAE-870 Ship Design 3
NAE-851 Marine Structures-II 3
Additional Course
NAE-855 Advanced Marine Materials 3
RM-898 Research Methodology 2
NAE-856 Advanced Marine Fabrication 3
SEM/WKSP- Seminar / Workshop 1
Methods
897
NAE-860 International Maritime Rules and 3
Certifications
NAE-862 Green Ship: Principles and 3
Technologies
NAE-866 Advanced Marine Vehicles 3

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MS Cyber Securit
(Specialisation: Communications)
Core Courses
Course Code Course Title Credits

PNEC
IS-820 Computer Security 3
IS-821 Network Security 3
IS-830 Information Security Management 3
IS-842 Advanced Cryptography – I 3
IS-899 MS Thesis 6

Elective Courses IS-871 OS & File System Forensics 3

Course Code Course Title Credits IS-895 Advanced Topics in Digital Forensics 3
CS-886 Number Theory 3 and Incident Response
CS-887 Ethical Hacking 3 IS-823 Computer Forensics 3

CS-888 Block Chain and Crypto Currencies 3 IS-874 Intrusion Detection 3

IS-843 Advanced Cryptography – II 3 IS-861 Secure Electronic Commerce 3

IS-844 Cryptanalysis 3 IS-853 Cloud Computing Security 3

IS-891 Advanced Topics in Cryptology 3 Additional Course

IS-854 Advanced Web Security 3 RM-898 Research Methodology 2

IS-822 Wireless Network Security 3 SEM/WKSP- Seminar / Workshop 1

897
IS-890 Advanced Topics in Information 3
Security
IS-852 Data Communication Networks & 3
Security
CS-837 Advanced Operating Systems 3
IS-845 Quantum Cryptography 3
IS-846 Formal Methods for Information 3
Security
IT-863 Internet of Things 3
IT-864 Software Defined Networking 3
IS-859 Information Security Engineering 3
IS-893 Advanced Topics in Systems Security 3
IS-825 Vulnerability Exploitation and 3
Defense
IS-880 Information Assurances 3
IS-833 IT Security Evaluation & Auditing 3
IS-839 Critical Infrastructure Protection and 3
Incident Management
IS-826 Cyber Warfare 3
IS-827 Electronic Warfare – Principles and 3
Techniques
IS-870 Network Forensics 3

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 College of Aeronautical
About the University

Engineering (CAE)

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College of Aeronautical Engineering
During the early years of Pakistan Air Force (PAF), aerospace and avionics engineers were trained abroad as the service lacked an
in-country institution for aeronautical engineering. The initiative to establish facilities for educating PAF engineers to the level of
at least a Bachelor’s degree had to be taken by the PAF either in collaboration with one of the existing engineering institutions or
by establishing its own engineering college. PAF set-up its own college at Korangi Creek, Karachi in 1965. For a concrete foundation
and functioning of the College, the United States Air Force (USAF) lent the services of three qualified and experienced officers for

CAE
the posts of the Principal and the Heads of the Department of Aerospace and Avionics Engineering. Colonel John H. Blakelock from
USAF Institute of Technology arrived on 07 July, 1965 to be the first Principal. The first batch of students arrived at the College
on 24 July, 1965 and instructions for the course started on 29 July, 1965. Graduation ceremony of the first-degree course was
held on 09 November, 1968. Two USAF officers continued to serve in the faculty of the College till June, 1978. The College was
initially affiliated with the University of Karachi. Later on, with the establishment of NED University of Engineering & Technology
in March 1977, affiliation of the College was transferred to NED University. In 1986, CAE was relocated to Risalpur and since then
it is an integral part of the PAF Academy. In 1994, the College became one of the constituent colleges of National University of
Sciences and Technology (NUST), Islamabad. In 1997, MS programmes in Aerospace and Avionics Engineering commenced at CAE.
In 2008, the College had undergone accreditation by the Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC). The objective of this accreditation
was to ascertain that the curriculum meets the guidelines and benchmarks that have been stipulated by PEC. Outcome Based
Education (OBE) programme was started at CAE in 2014 after PEC became a provisional signatory of the Washington Accord (WA)
of International Engineering Alliance (IEA). BE degree programmes of CAE were successfully accredited on the basis of OBE in May,
2016. To keep pace with the international quality standards and requirements, CAE has undergone ISO 9000:2015 certification;
therefore, it is also subjected to regular ISO audits to ensure conformity with the ISO standards. Currently, CAE is running two PEC
accredited undergraduate programmes (BE Aerospace Engineering and BE Avionics Engineering) and six HEC approved graduate
programmes (MS Aerospace, MS Avionics, MS ME, MS EE, PhD Aerospace and PhD Avionics).
Academic Departments
The college has five academic departments:

»» Humanities & Sciences Department

»» Aerospace Engineering Department
»» Avionics Engineering Department QUALITY POLICY
»» Industrial Engineering Department Commitment to make College of Aeronautical
»» Professional Continuing Education Department Engineering a center of excellence for quality education
in the field of aeronautical engineering through an
All the departments have highly qualified faculty with rich academic, enabling environment, adaptive academic mechanisms
research and field experience. Most of them have acquired higher and competent faculty.
education from reputed institutions of USA, Europe, Australia
and China. The research undertaken by the faculty and students
comprises areas related to aerospace structures, computational
fluid dynamics, communication, control, digital signal processing,
microwave engineering, project management and optimisation.

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 Dr Mohtashim Mansoor
Faculty Profile PhD (Air University) Pakistan
Professor Dr Muhammad Ajmal, Commandant Discipline: Aerospace Engineering
PhD (Michigan State University) USA Specialization: MEMS
Discipline: Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy (SERS)
Specialization: Nano Wire Synthesis & Characterization Dr Aamer Shehzad
PhD (University of New South Wales) AUS
Professor Dr Jehanzeb Burki, Dean Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
CAE

PhD (Georgia Institute of Technology) USA Specialization: Flapping Wing Aerodynamics

Discipline: Electrical & Computer Engineering
Dr Haris Ali Khan
Specialization: Radar Signal Processing, Synthetic Aperture
PhD (Pennsylvania State University) USA
Radar Signal Processing, Antenna Design & Analysis, Wave Discipline: Industrial Engineering
Propagation Specialization: Manufacturing

Dr Kamran Asim Dr M Nafees Mumtaz Qadri

PhD (University of Michigan) USA PhD (Honk Kong Polytechnic University) Hong Kong
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
Specialization: Fatigue & Fracture Specialization: Fluid Structure Interaction / Fluid

Dr Zahid Pervaiz, HoD PGS & Research Dr Tariq Amin

PhD (Purdue University), USA PhD (Zhejiang University) China
Discipline: Thermal Power Energy
Discipline: Electrical and Computer Engineering
Specialization: Thermal Science and Engineering
Specialization: Information Security
Engr Farhat Asim
Atiq Ur Rehman, Registrar MS (Air University) Pakistan
MA (University of Peshawar) Pakistan Discipline: Aerospace Engineering
Discipline: Islamiat Specialization: Fluid Dynamics
Specialization: Arabic
Engr Zahid Ahmad
Dr Zahid Mehmood, Director LQEC MS (NUST CAE) Pakistan
PhD (Air University) Pakistan Discipline: Aerospace Engineering
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering Specialization: Structures
Specialization: MEMS / Microsystems
Engr Muhammad Jamil
Tahir Ayub, Director IT & Networking MS ( NUST CAE) Pakistan
Discipline: Aerospace Engineering
MS (University of Peshawar), Pakistan
Specialization: Aerodynamics
Discipline: Computer Science
Specialization: IT & Networking Engr Musawar Hussain
MS (CAE NUST) Pakistan
Zahoor Akhtar Butt, Dy Registrar Discipline: Aerospace Engineering
MA (University of Punjab) Pakistan Specialization: Structures
Discipline: History
Specilialization: Indo-Pak History Engr Waqas Razzaq
MS (Beijing University) China
Discipline: Aerospace Engineering
Department of Aerospace Engineering Specialization: Space Propulsion
Dr Farooq Bin Akram, Head of Department Engr Nabeel Bhatti
PhD (Georgia Institute of Technology) USA MS (CAE NUST) Pakistan
Discipline: Aerospace Engineering Discipline: Aerospace Engineering
Specialization: Aerospace Design, Multidisciplinary Design & Specialization: Structures
Optimization.
Engr Muzaffar Habib
Engr Fareed Ahmad MS (Air University) Pakistan
MS (Institute of Material Sciences & Research) Pakistan Discipline: Aerospace Engineering
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering Specialization: Aerodynamics (Flight Controls)
Specialization: Material Sciences
Engr Khizer Ali Khan
Babar Shabbir MS (CAE NUST) Pakistan
MSc Physics (Punjab University) Pakistan Discipline: Aerospace Engineering
Discipline: Aero-Sciences Specialization: Structures
Specialization: Physics
Engr Syed Waqas Hussain
Dr Asad Hameed MS (SCME NUST) Pakistan
PhD (Oxford University) UK Discipline: Materials & Surface Engineering
Discipline: Material Sciences Specialization: Composites
Specialization: Material Characterization & Mechanical
Behaviour”
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Engr Khursheed Alam, Lab Engineer Engr Muhammad Yahya
BE (CAE NUST) Pakistan MS (Air University) Pakistan
Discipline: Aerospace Engineering Discipline: Avionics Engineering
Specialization: Aerospace Specialization: Telecommunication

Adjunct Faculty Engr Jahanzeb Tariq Khan

Dr Shuaib Salamat MS (Lakehead) Canada

CAE
PhD (Purdue University) USA Discipline: Control Engineering
Discipline: Micro-electronics and Nanotechnology Specialization: UAV Controls
Specialisation: Modeling and Simulation of Thermo-electric
and Nano-Electric devices Engr Shahzad Arif
MS (Air University) Pakistan
Dr Messam Abbas Discipline: Avionics Engineering
PhD (Georgia University of Technology) USA Specialization: Satellite Communication
Discipline: Aerospace Engineering
Specialization: Aircraft Design Engr Rizwana Kausar
MS (LUMS) Pakistan
Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Photonics and Semiconductor Devices
Department of Avionics Engineering
Engr Aamir Fahad Malik
Professor Dr Azhar Hassan, Head of Department MS (NUST) Pakistan
PhD (Georgia Institute of Technology), USA Discipline: Avionics Engineering
Discipline: Electrical and Computer Engineering Specialization: Photonics
Specialty: RF and Microwave
Engr Raja Sohail
Dr Qasim Ali MS (NUST) Pakistan
PhD (University of Würzburg) Germany Discipline: Avionics Engineering
Discipline: Control Engineering Specialization: Digital Signal Processing
Specialization: Control and Navigation of Aerial Vehicles
Dr Hammad Munawar
Dr Mujahid Mohsin PhD (Sabancı University) Turkey
PhD (NUST) Pakistan Discipline: Control Systems
Discipline: Computer and Communication Security Specialization: Force Control
Specialization: Embedded Systems, IoT Security

Dr Awais Munawar Qureshi

PhD (RCMS-NUST) Pakistan
Discipline: Computational Science and Engineering
Specialization:Computational Electromagnetics

Dr Imran Hafeez Abbasi

PhD (SEECS-NUST) Pakistan
Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Embedded System Security

Dr Muhammad Muaz
PhD (Hong Kong)
Discipline: Electronics & Information Engineering
Specialization: Statistical Signal Processing

Engr Shafqat Ul Mulk

MS (University of Southampton) UK
Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Digital Design

Engr Muhammad Asim Jan

MS (SEECS-NUST) Pakistan
Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization:Communications

Engr Salah Ud Din

MS (SEECS-NUST) Pakistan
Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Control System

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 Kashif Ehsan
Department of Industrial Engineering MA (Islamia University Bahawalpur), Pakistan
Engr Muhammad Ahmad Khan, Head of Department Discipline: English
MS (NED UET Karachi) Pakistan Specialization: Language & Literature
Discipline: Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering
Specialization: Industrial & Manufacturing Muhammad Amin
MSc (BZU), Pakistan
CAE

Asst Prof Ahmed Waqar Tehami Discipline: Physics

MS (NUST) Pakistan Specialization: Industrial Electronics
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
Specialization: Computational Structural Analysis Danish Ali
MS (COMSATS, Islamabad), Pakistan
Muhammad Arsalan Discipline: Mathematics
MS (CAE NUST) Pakistan Specialization: Applied Mathematics
Discipline: Material & Surface Engineering
Specialization: Nano Thin Films Muhammad Zubair
MSc (University of Sargodha) Pakistan
Engr Ali Bin Naveed Discipline: Mathematics
MS (SMME NUST) Pakistan Specialization: Applied Mathematics
Discipline: Design & Manufacturing Engineering, SMME
Specialization: Manufacturing Engineering Yasir Arafat
MA (IIUI), Pakistan
Engr Qazi Muhammad Usman Jan Discipline: English
MS (UET Peshawar) Pakistan Specialization: Language & Literature
Discipline: Industrial Engineering
Specialization: Manufacturing Systems Engineering Farmanullah
M Phil (Quaid e Azam University), Pakistan
Discipline: Pure Mathematics
Specialization: Algebra (Rings Theory)
Department of Professional Continuing
Education Dr Muhammad Arslan Bashir
PhD (University of Karachi), Pakistan
Engr M Irfan Aziz, Head of Department Discipline: Chemistry
MS (NUST) Pakistan Specialization: Organic Chemistry
PhD (under progress)
Discipline: Electrical and Computer Engineering Shahid Safdar
Specialization: Communication MA (University of Sargodha), Pakistan
Discipline: English
Muhammad Umer Qazzafi Specialization: Language & Literature
MSc (University of Punjab) Pakistan
Discipline: Physics Khair Ur Rehman
Specialization: General Physics M Phil (QAU Islamabad) Pakistan
Discipline: Physics
Department of Humanities & Sciences Specialization: Plasma Physics

Dr Faisal Shahzad, Head of Department

PhD (Quaid e Azam University) Pakistan
Discipline: Mathematics
Specialization: Fluid Mechanics

Muhammad Amjad
M Phil (University of Leicester) UK
Discipline: Mathematics
Specialization : Mathematical Biology

Dr Ehsan Ellahi Ashraf

PhD (University of Glasgow), UK
Discipline: Mathematics
Specialization: Mathematical Biology & Fluid Dynamics

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Student Support Facilities Counselling
A tutor is appointed from the faculty for each student who acts
as the local guardian and academic counselor of the student.
Laboratories The tutor monitors his ward’s academic progress and provides
Aerospace Department him/her with assistance in dealing with personal issues that may
»» Subsonic Wind Tunnel Lab be hampering his progress. He develops a close relationship
»» Supersonic Wind Tunnel Lab with the student through frequent contacts in both formal and

CAE
»» Open Circuit Wind Tunnel Lab informal settings.
»» Flow Visualization Lab
»» Fluid Mechanics Lab Contacts
»» Numerical Analysis Lab 1 Campus Address:
»» Numerical Analysis Lab 2 College of Aeronautical Engineering,
»» CATIA Lab PAF Academy, Risalpur, Pakistan
»» Student Space Research Lab
»» Aerospace Vehicle Design Lab Commandant: +92-51-9280513
»» Heat Transfer Lab +92-923-631391-7 Ext 7601
»» Combustion Lab Dean: +92-923-631391-7 Ext 7607
»» Thermodynamics Lab
»» Propulsion Lab Web Site: http://www.nust.edu.pk
»» Material Analysis Center Email: [email protected]
»» Stress Analysis Lab SO NUST Affairs: +92-923-631391-7, Ext 7613
»» Material Analysis & Testing Lab +92-923-631498
»» MEMS Lab
»» Composite Material Lab Fax: +92-937-873294
Avionics Department
»» Radar Lab
»» Communications Lab Research and Development
»» Controls Lab
»» Avionics Systems Design Lab Students and faculty of CAE regularly undertake projects
»» Avionics Integration and Artificial Intelligence Lab related to Aeronautical Engineering. Our students recently
»» Basic Circuits Lab completed about 100 projects with the collaboration of
»» Electrical Machines Lab national organizations and local industry. CAE students regularly
»» Antenna Lab participate in various International / National competitions and
»» Microwave Lab bring laurels to the institution by achieving top positions. CAE
»» Flight Dynamics and Control Lab student team was judged as first amongst the international
»» Digital and Embedded Systems Lab teams in the Future Flight Design competition which was
»» PCB Prototyping Lab organized by the Turkish Air Force.
»» Digital Signals Processing Lab
»» Project Lab
»» Advanced Design System Lab Accommodation
»» Thermal Imaging Lab
Industrial Engineering Department Administrative and Support Facilities
»» CNC Design Lab CAE is a fully residential institution where all students are
»» CNC Machine Lab provided accommodation. The conducive living environment
»» Test & Measurement Lab enables the students to pursue their studies with single-
»» Machine Shop mindedness. Well- furnished hostel accommodation is available
»» Sheet Metal Shop in the close vicinity of the College which provides facilities for
»» Electric Shop messing, accommodation, recreation and social activities. All
»» Welding Shop resident members avail dining facilities where food is served
»» Carpenter Shop as per a common menu decided by students’ mess committee.
»» Electro Discharge Machine Shop Hostel also has a barber shop and a small gymnasium.
Humanities & Sciences Department Sport fields and Swimming pool
»» Chemistry Lab CAE offers opportunities to students to actively participate
»» Physics Lab in sports. There are well maintained sport fields i.e. football,
»» Computer Lab basketball, tennis, hockey and athletics. Moreover, facility
»» English Language Lab of swimming pool is also available to students. Regular sport
competitions are held at college and college teams also
participate in National level competitions.

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 Bachelors in Avionics Engineering (Electronics Engineering for Aviation)
Career Opportunities
Bachelor of Avionics degree holders may seek careers as avionics, electrical or communication engineers, in the airline industry,
defence-related R&D organisations or any other public or private sector organisations.
Course Description
CAE

The Avionics Engineering programme is inter-disciplinary in nature wherein 51% (69 credit hours) pertain to subjects related to
Avionics Engineering while 32% (43 credit hours) to Humanities & Sciences, 10% (13 credit hours) to Aerospace Engineering and
7% (09 credit hours) to Industrial Engineering. This inter-disciplinary composition of BE Avionics degree at CAE adds to the stature
and distinction of this programme.
The avionics Engineering Programme is designed with an objective to instil in students the knowledge and perspective appropriate
both for a professional career and for pursuit of advanced degrees in the fields that rely on fundamental principles of electrical
engineering. Such principles and practices include rigorous quantitative reasoning and robust engineering design. This is
accomplished by ensuring that students achieve both depth and breadth of knowledge in their studies and by maintaining a high
degree of flexibility in the curriculum.
This programme also seeks to provide a good preparation for life, including an ability to communicate in written and oral forms,
and a desire to continue learning throughout life.

Program Educational Objectives (PEOs) – BE (Avionics)

For BE (Avionics), four Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs) have been defined, which are the attributes the program
graduates are expected to possess 3-5 years after graduation. The PEOs are to produce:-
• PEO 1. Employable graduates with the knowledge and competency in Avionics Engineering.
• PEO 2. Graduates demonstrating the capacity to assume social, environmental and ethical responsibility in the national and
global perspective.
• PEO 3. Graduates with the capability to be effective team members and take a leadership role in research, design, innovation,
implementation and operation of Avionics and related systems.
• PEO 4. Graduates who can communicate effectively and possess an enduring desire for enhancing knowledge.

Scheme of Studies Programme Code: Z 607

Semester-I Semester-II
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
MATH-101 Calculus & Analytical Geometry 3-0 MATH-121 Linear Algebra & ODE 3-0
PHY-108 Engineering Physics 3-1 MATH-232 Complex Variables & Transform 3-0
HU-107 Pakistan Studies 2-0 HU-101 Islamic Studies 2-0
IR-101 International Relations 1-0 AV-102 Engineering DC Circuit Analysis 2-1
HU-114 Functional English 3-0 MECH-101 Engineering Statics 3-0
CH-110 Engineering Chemistry 1-1 DWG-102 Computer Aided Design 1-1

IE-103 Workshop Technology 1-1 AE-101 Introduction to Aerospace 2-0

Total 17 Total 18

Semester-III Semester-IV
Course Course Title Credits Course Course Title Credits
Code Code
MATH-243 Vector Calculus 3-0 AV-232 Electromagnetic Field Theory 2-0
MATH-361 Probability & Statistics 3-0 AV-243 Electronic Devices & Basic Circuits 3-0
MECH-202 Engineering Dynamics 3-0 AV-262 Signal and Systems 2-0
Engineering Circuit Analysis- AC Introduction to Algorithm & Data
AV-203 2-1 AV-223 1-1
Circuits Structures
AV-213 Digital System Logic Design 2-1 AV-214 Computer System Architecture 2-0
Introduction to Computer
CS-201 1-1 IE-211 Engineering Economy 2-0
Programming
IE-222 Industrial Instrumentation 0-1 AERO-201 Applied Aerodynamics-I 2-0
MATH-352 Numerical Methods 2-1
Total 18 Total 18

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Semester-V Semester-VI
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
AV-313 Digital Signal Processing 2-1 AV-336 Antenna Engineering 2-0
Analysis and Design of Control
AV-354 2-1 AV-355 Modern Control System 2-1
Systems

CAE
AV-335 Transmission and Waveguides 2-1 AV-314 Embedded System 2-1
Electronics-Integrated Circuits and
AV-342 3-1 AV-362 Analog and Digital Communication 3-1
OP Amp
AV-303 Electro Mechanical system 2-1 AV-337 Microwave Devices 2-1
AV-323 Operating system 2-0 HU-304 Technical report writing 2-0
Total 18 Total 17

Semester-VII Semester-VIII
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
AV-492 Project-I 0-2 AV-499 Project-II 0-4
Data Communication Satellite & Emerging Aviation technologies 1-0
AV-464 2-1 AV-482
Networks
AV-475 Radar System 2-1 HU-222 Professional ethics 2-0
AV-474 Avionics System design 2-1 IE-452 Product Design & Development 2-0
Decision Making & Time 1-0
IE-441 Engineering Management 2-0 CBL-402
Management
HU-405 Communication Skill 2-1 Total 10
AE-413 Astrodynamics 1-0 Grand Total 134
CBL-401 Character building and leadership 1-0
Total 18

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 Master in Avionics Engineering
Career Opportunities
PAF being the parent organization for CAE requires its engineers to remain abreast with the rapidly changing and fast growing
technology. PAF is continually pursuing for excellence through up gradation of its fleet based on modern technology. By conduct-
ing MS at CAE, PAF can undertake indigenization through R&D projects of better quality, wider scope and classified nature. The
CAE

curriculum of MS programme at CAE caters for specific defense and aviation related requirements maintaining prime focus on
national interest.

Course Description
The MS programme is leading to PhD in five specialties subject to adequate student enrolment and faculty availability, comprising
of 24 credits hours of course work and 6 credit hours of thesis research. It includes 4 core courses and 4 elective courses. Each
course is a 3.0 credit hour course. Typical Course Plan is presented below. Students are also required to take a leadership and/or
community service seminar.

Research Areas
The main focus of research is to benefit the areas of national interest. Research areas, relevant to Pakistan Air Force, Pakistan Aero-
nautical Complex, NESCOM, Defence, aviation and many industries around the country for indigenous product development and
design include (but not limited to):

»» Radar signal processing systems »» Image processing

»» Phased array antenna »» Software Defined Radio
»» Airborne and ground Radar »» Cognitive Radio
»» Flight control systems of aircraft »» Cryptographic Systems
»» Guidance & Navigation »» Microwave Devices
»» Aerial Robotics »» Diagnostics and Prognostics
»» High Energy Materials

Scheme of Studies Programme Code: 654

Core Courses AV-813 Advanced Flight Control 3
AV-815 Aircraft System Identification 3
Course Code Course Title Credits
AV-816 Navigation Systems 3
AV-814 Flight Dynamics and Control 3
EE-979 Selected Topics in Control Systems 3
AV-820 Radar Signal Processing 3
AV-822 Radar Tracking 3
Microwave Networks and Passive 3
EE-847 AV-823 Missile Guidance 3
Components
MATH-812 Advanced Engineering Math 3 AV-824 Information Theory 3

AV-899 Thesis 6 EE-939 Selected Topics in Signal Processing 3

AV-831 Design and Analysis of Algorithms 3
Elective Courses AV-832 Optimization 3
General Electives AV-833 Introduction to Chaos 3
Selected Topics in Communication 3
Course Code Course Title Credits EE-959
Systems
EE-891 Stochastic Systems 3
Electromagnetic Waves and 3
EE-897 Detection and Estimation 3 AV-841
Propagation
Instrumentation and Measurement 3 AV-842 Advanced Antenna Engineering 3
AV-803
for Aerospace Applications
EE-948 Advanced Electromagnetic Fields 3
SE-801 Artificial Neural Networks 3
AV-845 Electro-Optics and IR Systems 3
AV-805 Avionics System Integration 3
EE-845 EMI/EMC 3
Electronic Warfare – Principles and 3
IS-827 EE-945 Computational Electromagnetics 3
Techniques
Selected Topics in Microwave 3
MATH-850 Advanced Numerical Analysis 3 EE-949
Engineering
EE-871 Linear Control Systems 3
RM-898 Research Methodology 2
EE-872 Optimal Control 3
SEM/ Seminar/Workshop 1
EE-977 Non Linear Control Systems 3 WKSP-897
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IS-820 Computer Security 3 Advanced Data Communication 3
EE-950
SE-828 Networks Security 3 Systems
IS-842 Advanced Cryptography-I 3 EE-951 Radar Systems 3
Advanced Topics in Information 3 CSE-812 RF Communication System Design 3
IS-890
Security CSE-820 Advanced Computer Networks 3
EM-800 Robotics – I 3 EE-886 Advanced Wireless Networks 3

CAE
RIME-913 Robotic Manipulation 3 EE-989 Selected Topics in Networks 3
Artificial Intelligence & Machine 3 Power Generation Operation & 3
CS-877 EE-865
Learning Control
CE-820 Advanced Computer Architecture 3 EE-864 Advanced Machines 3
EE-823 Advanced Digital System Design 3 EE-969 Selected Topics in Power Systems 3
EE-821 Advanced Embedded System 3 EE-873 Fuzzy Control 3
EE-801 Semiconductor Device Physics 3 EE-875 Discrete Time Control Systems 3
EE-802 Quantum Mechanics 3 EE-877 Mobile Robotics 3
EE-803 Physical Electronics 3 EE-878 System Identification 3
EE-905 Advanced Power Electronics 3 Modeling & Simulation of Dynamic 3
EE-971
EE-907 Micro & Nano Fabrication 3 Systems
EE-909 Selected Topics in Electronics 3 EE-972 Advanced Digital Control Systems 3
EE-822 ASIC Design Methodology 3 EE-973 Control System Optimization 3
EE-826 Advanced VLSI Design 3 Networked & Embedded Control 3
EE-974
Systems
EE-829 Digital Data Acquisition & Control 3
EE-975 Robust & Multivariable Control 3
EE-824 Real Time Systems 3
ME-837 Nonlinear Dynamics 3
EE-825 System Level Packaging 3
Modeling, Simulation & 3
EE-827 Mixed Signal IC Design 3 SYSE-804
Optimization
EE-828 Computerized Tomography Systems 3 Advanced Communication System 3
EE-920 System Validation 3 SYSE-845
and Network Security
EE-921 System on Chip Architecture 3 Distributed Systems and Resource 3
CSE-812
EE-922 Design of Fault-Tolerant Systems 3 Optimization
EE-929 Selected Topics in Digital Systems 3 SE-865 Human Computer Interface 3
EE-831 Advanced Digital Signal Processing 3 Introduction to C4I2SR System 3
SYSE-861
Engineering
EE-832 Pattern Recognition 3
EE-833 DSP Hardware System Design 3
Advanced Topics in Computer 3
EE-837
Vision & Image Processing
EE-932 Speech Processing 3
CS-867 Computer Vision 3
CE-803
Microwave Communication System 3
EE-842
Design
Microwave Transmission Lines & 3
EE-843
Waveguides
EE-849 Electromagnetic Field Analysis 3
Microwave Integrated Circuit 3
EE-942
Design
EE-946 RF/Microwave & Antenna Design 3
Advanced Digital Communication 3
EE-851
Systems
EE-853 Advanced Wireless Communication 3
EE-854 Optical Communication Systems 3
EE-856 Software Defined Radio 3
Advanced Satellite Communication 3
EE-857
Systems

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 Master in Electrical Engineering (MS EE)
Career Opportunities
The programme offers the opportunity for employment in the leading engineering industries of the world. Students successfully
completing this postgraduate course will be able to design, develop, test and supervise the deployment of electrical systems and
devices. They may subsequently utilize their knowledge to either pursue an advanced research degree or seek employment in
CAE

technology companies, both local and foreign.

Course Description
The postgraduate programme in electrical engineering aims to produce highly-skilled professionals focused on productive research
and development in the vast domain of electrical engineering. The programme has been devised keeping in view the latest market
demands and it encompasses a broad area covering communication, signal processing, advanced controls of robotics, RF systems,
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. Based on the availability of faculty, eight areas of specialisation are being offered at
the department. These include Digital System, Signal Processing, RF & Microwave Engineering, Communication & Telecommunica-
tion Systems, Electrical Power Systems, Control Systems, Information Systems / Computational & Software Engineering and Artifi-
cial Intelligence & Autonomous Systems.
Research Areas
Following are the broader area of specialization:-
»» RF & Microwave devices
»» Autonomous Systems
»» Signal Processing
»» Embedded Systems
»» Image Processing
»» Software Define Radio
»» Cryptographic Systems
»» Hardware Security
»» Cognitive radio
»» Robotics
»» Haptics
»» Computational Electromagnetics
»» Radiating Systems & Antennas

Scheme of Studies Programme Code: 654

Core Courses EEE-801 Clean Energy Generation, 3
Course Code Course Title Credits Integration and Storage
EE-849 Electromagnetic Field Analysis 3 EEE-802 Advanced Power System Stability 3
Microwave Networks and Passive 3 and Transient Studies
EE-847
Components EE-877 Mobile Robotics 3
EE-831 Advanced Digital Signal Processing 3 SE-807 Machine Learning 3
CE-866
EE-891 Stochastic Systems 3 Solid State Electronics and Circuits
Advanced Digital Communication 3 Course Code Course Title Credits
EE-851
Systems
MATH 816 Applied Linear Algebra 3
EE-852 Information and Coding Theory 3
EE-804 Photonic Devices 3
EE-871 Linear Control Systems 3
EE-805 Semiconductor Processing 3
EE-801 Semiconductor Device Physics 3
EE-806 Thin Film Processing 3
EE-802 Quantum Mechanics 3
EE-807 Thin Film Characterization 3
EE-803 Physical Electronics 3
EE-808 Digital Integrated Circuit Design 3
EE-823 Advanced Digital System Design 3
CE-825 EE-809 Analog Integrated Circuit Design 3
EE-826 Advanced VLSI Design 3 EE-900 Optoelectronic Devices & Materials 3
EE-863 Power Systems Analysis 3 EE-901 Power Electronics & Electric Drives 3
EE-862 Power System Operation and 3 EE-902 Nano-Electronics 3
EEE-800 Control or Advanced Semiconductor Device 3
Power System Operation, Control EE-903
Theory
and Optimization
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EE-904 Microchip Fabrication Technology 3 EE-824 Real Time Systems 3
EE-905 Advanced Power Electronics 3 EE-825 System Level Packaging 3
EE-906 Solid State Electronics 3 EE-826 Advanced VLSI Design 3
EE-907 Micro & Nano Fabrication 3 EE-827 Mixed Signal IC Design 3
Ultra High Speed Nanoelectronic 3 EE-828 Computerized Tomography Systems 3
EE-908
Devices EE-829 Digital Data Acquisition & Control 3

CAE
EE-909 Selected Topics in Electronics 3 EE-920 System Validation 3
EE-898 Nanotechnology 3 EE-921 System on Chip Architecture 3
EE-818 Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems 3 EE-922 Design of Fault-Tolerant Systems 3
Data Acquisition & Mixed Signal 3 EE-929 Selected Topics in Digital Systems 3
EE-893
Design
CSE-811 Advanced Computer Architecture 3
NSE-821 Nano Fabrication by Self Assembly 3 CE-820
Nano Lithography and Device 3
NSE-845
Fabrication Signal Processing
Course Code Course Title Credits
Electro-Medical Stream
MATH-816 Applied Linear Algebra 3
Course Code Course Title Credits
EE-832 Pattern Recognition 3
MATH 816 Applied Linear Algebra 3
EE-833 DSP Hardware System Design 3
EE-811 Biomedical Imaging 3
EE-834 Applied Signal Processing 3
Medical Image Processing & 3
EE-812 EE-835 Multirate Systems & Filter Banks 3
Analysis
EE-813 Computational Pathology 3 EE-836 Advanced Digital Image Processing 3
EE-814 Cardiac Signal Processing 3 Advanced Topics in Computer Vision 3
EE-837
& Image Processing
EE-815 Computational Molecular Biology 3
EE-838 Filtering & Tracking 3
EE-816 Telemedicine Systems 3
EE-839 Adaptive Filters 3
EE-817 Tissue & Cell Engineering 3
EE-930 Spatial Array Processing 3
Biomedical Electro Mechanical 3
EE-819 EE-931 DSP Software System Design 3
Systems
EE-910 Biomaterials & Drug Delivery 3 EE-932 Speech Processing 3
Selected Topics in Biomedical 3 EE-933 Time Frequency Analysis 3
EE-919
Engineering EE-939 Selected Topics in Signal Processing 3
Computational Modeling of 3 CS-867 Computer Vision 3
CSE-888
Physiological Systems CE-803
MM-895 Bio-Informatics 3
BMES-811 Signals & Images in Medicine 3 RF & Microwave
BMES-812 Medical Devices Design & Standards 3 Course Code Course Title Credits
BMES-813 Biomedical Instrumentation 3 MATH-816 Applied Linear Algebra 3
BMES-815 Biosensors and Instrumentation 3 EE-840 RF MEMS: Theory and Applications 3
BMES-821 Human Physiology and Anatomy 3 EE-841 Electromagnetic Theory 3
BMES-833 Prosthetics and Rehabilitation 3 Microwave Communication System 3
EE-842
BMES-842 Advanced Biomaterials 3 Design
Selected Topics in Biomedical 3 Microwave Transmission Lines & 3
BME-822 EE-843
Engineering Waveguides
BME-831 Bio Fluid Mechanics 3 EE-844 Antennas & Wave Propagation 3
EE-845 EMC/EMI 3
Digital Systems EE-846 Microwave Photonics 3
Course Code Course Title Credits EE-848 Radiating Systems & Antennas 3
MATH-816 Applied Linear Algebra 3 EE-940 Advanced RF Measurements 3
EE-821 Advanced Embedded System Design 3 EE-941 RF Transceiver Design 3
MTS-841 Advanced Embedded Systems
EE-942 Microwave Integrated Circuit Design 3
EE-822 ASIC Design Methodology 3
EE-943 Microwave Devices I 3
EE-823 Advanced Digital System Design 3
CE-825 EE-944 Microwave Devices II 3

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 EE-945 Computational Electromagnetics 3 Computer Modelling of Electrical 3
EEE-813
Advanced Antenna Theory and 3 Power Systems
EE-946
Design EEE-814 Advanced Power Electronics 3
EE-947 Microwave Devices & Systems 3 Electric Power Generation 3
EEE-815
EE-948 Advance Electromagnetic Fields 3 Transmission and Distribution
Selected Topics in Microwave 3 EEE-816 Electric Power Markets 3
CAE

EE-949
Engineering EEE-817 High Voltage Engineering 3
EE-896 Electrodynamics of Plasmas 3 Alternating Current Electrical 3
EE-861
Analysis of Measurement 3 Machines and Drives
EE-895
Environment ESE-803 Photovoltaic Devices 3
ESE-813 Energy Economics and Policy 3
Telecommunication / Communication
ESE-814 Fuel Cells 3
Systems ESE-817 Wind Energy 3
Course Course Title Credits ESE-820 Energy and Environment 3
Code
ESE-824 Nuclear Energy Engineering 3
MATH-816 Applied Linear Algebra 3
ESE-835 Materials Science and Engineering 3
EE-853 Advanced Wireless Communication 3
ESE-836 Li-ion and Next Generation Batteries 3
EE-854 Optical Communication Systems 3
Electrochemical Energy Storage and 3
EE-855 Error Control Coding 3 ESE-837
Conversion
EE-856 Software Defined Radio 3 Development and Evaluation of 3
ESE-838
Advanced Satellite Communication 3 Energy Projects
EE-857
Systems ESE-909 Smart Grid Architecture 3
EE-858 Communication Project Management 3 EE-864 Advanced Machines 3
Performance Analysis of 3 Power Generation Operation & 3
EE-859 EE-865
Communication Networks Control
Advanced Data Communication 3 EE-969 Selected Topics in Power Systems 3
EE-950
Systems
EE-951 Radar Systems 3 Control Systems
Selected Topics in Communication 3 Course Course Title Credits
EE-959
Systems Code
EE-897 Detection & Estimation 3 MATH-816 Applied Linear Algebra 3
CSE-812 RF Communication System Design 3 EEE-811 Electric Power Quality 3
EE-881 Advanced Communication Network 3 EEE-812 Advanced Power System Protection 3
EE-882 Cognitive Radio Network 3 Computer Modelling of Electrical 3
EEE-813
EE-883 Wireless Sensor & Mesh Networks 3 Power Systems
EE-884 Photonic Networks 3 EEE-814 Advanced Power Electronics 3
EE-885 Broadband Networks 3 Electric Power Generation 3
EEE-815
EE-886 Advanced Wireless Networks 3 Transmission and Distribution
EE-887 Network Switching & Routing 3 EEE-816 Electric Power Markets 3
Advanced Computer Network Design 3 EEE-817 High Voltage Engineering 3
EE-888
& System Security Alternating Current Electrical 3
EE-861
Network and Service Management 3 Machines and Drives
EE-889
and Control ESE-803 Photovoltaic Devices 3
EE-989 Selected Topics in Networks 3 ESE-813 Energy Economics and Policy 3
CSE-820 Advanced Computer Networks 3 ESE-814 Fuel Cells 3
CSE-879 Network Performance Analysis 3 ESE-817 Wind Energy 3
ESE-820 Energy and Environment 3
Power Systems
ESE-824 Nuclear Energy Engineering 3
Course Course Title Credits
ESE-835 Materials Science and Engineering 3
Code
ESE-836 Li-ion and Next Generation Batteries 3
MATH-816 Applied Linear Algebra 3
Electrochemical Energy Storage and 3
EEE-811 Electric Power Quality 3 ESE-837
Conversion
EEE-812 Advanced Power System Protection 3
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 Development and Evaluation of 3 EE-970 Advanced Robotics 3
ESE-838
Energy Projects EE-839 Adaptive Filters 3
ESE-909 Smart Grid Architecture 3 EE-832 Pattern Recognition 3
EE-864 Advanced Machines 3 EE-871 Linear Control Systems 3
Power Generation Operation & 3 EE-821 Advanced Embedded System Design 3
EE-865
Control
EE-878 System Identification 3

CAE
EE-969 Selected Topics in Power Systems 3
SE-801 Artificial Neural Networks 3
CS-867 Computer Vision 3
Control Systems
SYSE-804 Modeling, Simulation & Optimization 3
Course Course Title Credits
Code MATH-816 Applied Linear Algebra 3

MATH-816 Applied Linear Algebra 3

Optimal Control 3
Energy Policy & Management
EE-872
Course Course Title Credits
EE-873 Fuzzy Control 3
Code
EE-874 Adaptive Control 3
Water Resources, Economics, 3
EE-875 Discrete Time Control Systems 3 CE-886
Planning and Management
EE-876 Probabilistic Robotics 3 Economics of Environment and 3
ECO-682
EE-877 Mobile Robotics 3 Natural Resources
EE-878 System Identification 3 ECO-704 Applied Microeconomics 3
EE-879 Robust Control 3 ECO-726 Applied Econometrics 3
EE-970 Advanced Robotics 3 ECO-932 Development Policy and Planning 3
Modeling & Simulation of Dynamic 3 EEE-816 Electric Power Markets 3
EE-971 Systems ESE-813 Energy Economics and Policy 3
ME-816 Modeling and Simulation of Dynamic
ESE-831 Energy Policy Analysis and Planning 3
Systems
Development and Evaluation of 3
EE-972 Advanced Digital Control Systems 3 ESE-838
Energy Projects
EE-973 Control System Optimization 3

EE-974
Networked & Embedded Control 3 Energy Management Pool
Systems
Course Course Title Credits
EE-975 Robust & Multivariable Control 3 Code
EE-976 Optimal & Multivariable Control 3 ESE-819 Environmental Impact Assessment 3
EE-977 Nonlinear Control Systems 3 ESE-820 Energy and Environment 3
EE-978 Convex Optimization 3
ESE-832 Energy and Climate Change 3
EE-979 Selected Topics in Control Systems 3
ESE-833 Industrial Energy Management 3
EE-894 Cognitive Robotics 3
ESE-834 Sustainable Buildings 3
EE-892 Instrumentation & Systems 3
EM-800 Robotics - 1 3
Thesis / Research
EM-805 Robotics - 2 3
Course Course Title Credits
MTS-800 Advanced Robotics I 3
Code
MTS-801 Advanced Robotics II 3
EE-899 MS Thesis 6
MTS-840 Data Acquisition and Control 3
EEE-899 MS Thesis (MS EEP) 6
ME-837 Nonlinear Dynamics 3
EE-999 PhD Thesis 30
ME-812 Advanced Control Systems-I 3
RM-898 Research Methodology 2

AI & Autonomous Systems SEM/ Seminar / Workshop 1

WKSP-897
Course Course Title Credits
SEM/ Seminar / Workshop 1
Code
WKSP-997
EE-836 Advanced Digital Image Processing 3
EE-876 Probabilistic Robotics 3
Advanced Topics in Computer Vision 3
EE-837
& Image Processing
EE-897 Detection & Estimation 3
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& Software Engineering
Course Course Title Credits
Code
MATH-812 Advanced Engineering Mathematics 3
CAE

MATH-816 Applied Linear Algebra 3

MATH-850 Advanced Numerical Analysis 3
IS-820 Computer Security 3
IS-822 Wireless Network Security 3
Electronic Warfare – Principles and 3
IS-827
Techniques
IS-851 Secure Communications 3
Data Communication Networks & 3
IS-852
Security
IS-855 Information Hiding 3
IS-863 Cellular and Mobile Network Security 3
IS-893 Micro & Nano Fabrication 3
SYSE-804 Modeling, Simulation & Optimization 3
SYSE-844 Communication System Engineering 3
Advanced Communication System 3
SYSE-845
and Network Security
Introduction to C4I2SR System 3
SYSE-861
Engineering
SYSE-862 Architecting C4I System of Systems 3
CS-882 Advanced Information Security 3
Distributed Systems and Resource 3
CSE-812
Optimization
CSE-842 Communication Systems & Networks 3
Performance Analysis of 3
CSE-843
Communication Systems
CSE-844 Performance Analysis of Networks 3
SE-801 Artificial Neural Networks 3
SE-807 Machine Learning 3
SE-808 Bio Informatics Systems 3
Advanced Computer Network Design 3
SE-826
and System Security
SE-828 Network Security 3
SE-851 Wavelet Compression 3
SE-865 Human computer Interface 3
SE-898 Research Methodologies 3

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PhD in Avionics Engineering

Course Description
PhD at CAE (Avionics Dept) is a 3-8 year program. The students are required to undertake 18 credit hours coursework of 800/900

CAE
level in addition to the pre-requisite specified for the program. In addition to the coursework, all doctoral students must register
for at least 30 credits of doctoral research. These 18 credit hours are the courses which have not been counted towards any other
degree. The GEC may specify additional subjects to be taken by the PhD student, if considered essential. These shall be notified
as “Additional Courses” and shall not be counted towards calculation of CGPA. Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 out of 4.0 is re-
quired in the 18 credit hours of 800/900 level courses which are counted towards PhD. Coursework with required CGPA should be
completed preferably within one year of enrolment for PhD. Maximum allowable time to complete the coursework is 18 months.

PhD Qualifying Examination

After successful completion of 800/900 level courses (to be counted towards his PhD) with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 out of
4.0, the student takes a qualifying/ comprehensive examination in the subjects specified by the GEC. The qualifying examination is
conducted as soon as possible after completion of the coursework but, in any case, it is not delayed for more than 4 months. Each
student must pass a PhD qualifying exam.

Research Areas
Following are the broader areas of specialization: »» Phased Array Antenna
»» Radar Signal Processing »» Flight Control Systems
»» Air Borne and Ground Radar »» Aerial Robotics
»» Guidance and Navigation »» Computer Vision
»» Image Processing »» Computer Architecture
»» RF MEMS »» Artificial Intelligence
»» High Performance Computing Systems »» Cognitive Radio
»» Software Defined Radios »» Diagnostics and Prognostics
»» Microwave devices
»» High Energy Materials
EE-907 Micro & Nano Fabrication 3
Scheme of studies EE-909 Selected Topics in Electronics 3
PhD Courses EE-920 System Validation 3
900 Level Courses EE-921 System on Chip Architecture 3
Course Course Title Credits EE-922 Design of Fault-Tolerant Systems 3
Code
EE-929 Selected Topics in Digital Systems 3
AV-881 Machine Vision 3
EE-932 Speech Processing 3
Advanced Topics in Machine/ 3
AV-980 EE-942 Microwave Integrated Circuit Design 3
Computer Vision
EE-946 RF/Microwave & Antenna Design 3
Advanced Topics in Radar 3
AV-950 Advanced Data Communication 3
Engineering EE-950
Systems
AV-960 Advanced Topics in Micro-Electronics 3
EE-951 Radar Systems 3
Advanced Topics in Micro and Nano 3
AV-970 EE-989 Selected Topics in Networks 3
Systems
EE-977 Non Linear Control Systems 3 EE-969 Selected Topics in Power Systems 3
EE-979 Selected Topics in Control Systems 3 Modeling & Simulation of Dynamic 3
EE-971
Systems
EE-939 Selected Topics in Signal Processing 3
EE-972 Advanced Digital Control Systems 3
Selected Topics in Communication 3
EE-959 EE-973 Control System Optimization 3
Systems
EE-948 Advanced Electromagnetic Fields 3 Networked & Embedded Control 3
EE-974
Systems
EE-945 Computational Electromagnetics 3
EE-975 Robust & Multivariable Control 3
Selected Topics in Microwave 3
EE-949 AV-999 PhD Thesis 30
Engineering
RIME-913 Robotic Manipulation 3 All 800 Level courses as approved under the MS Avionics
EE-905 Advanced Power Electronics 3 Engineering

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 Academic Programmes
Bachelors in Aerospace Engineering (Mechanical Engineering for Aviation)
Course Description
CAE

The Aerospace Engineering programme is inter-disciplinary in nature wherein 55% (74 credit hours) pertain to subjects related to
Aerospace Engineering while 31% (41 credit hours) to Humanities & Sciences, 8% (11 credit hours) to Industrial Engineering and
6% (8 credit hours) to Avionics Engineering. This inter-disciplinary composition of BE Aerospace degree at CAE adds to the stature
and distinction of this programme.
For BE (Aerospace), four Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs) have been defined, which are the attributes the program
graduates are expected to possess 3-5 years after graduation. The PEOs are to produce:-
• PEO 1. Employable graduates with the knowledge and competency in Aerospace Engineering.
• PEO 2. Graduates demonstrating the capacity to assume social, environmental, and ethical responsibility in the national
and global perspective.
• PEO 3. Graduates with the capability to be effective team members and take a leadership role in research, design, innovation,
implementation, and operation of Aerospace and related systems.
• PEO 4. Graduates who can communicate effectively and possess an enduring desire for enhancing knowledge.

Career Opportunities
Bachelor of Aerospace degree holders may seek careers as aerospace, mechanical or design engineers, in airline industry, defence-
related R&D organisations or any other public or private sector organisations.

Scheme of Studies Programme Code: Z 606

Semester-I Semester-II
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
MATH-101 Calculus & Analytical Geometry 3-0 MATH-121 Linear Algebra & ODE 3-0
PHY-108 Engineering Physics 3-1 MATH-232 Complex Variables & Transform 3-0
HU-107 Pakistan Studies 2-0 HU-101 Islamic Studies 2-0
IR-101 International Relations 1-0 AV-102 Engineering DC Circuit Analysis 2-1
HU-114 Functional English 3-0 MECH-101 Engineering Statics 3-0
CH-110 Engineering Chemistry 1-1 DWG-102 Computer Aided Design 1-1
IE-103 Workshop Technology 1-1 AE-101 Introduction to Aerospace 2-0
Total 17 Total 18

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Semester-III Semester-IV
Course Course Title Credits Course Course Title Credits
Code Code
MATH-243 Vector Calculus (Elective) 3-0 ME-207 Thermodynamics-II 3-0
MATH-361 Probability & Statistics 3-0 AERO-221 High Speed Aerodynamics 3-0

CAE
MECH-202 Engineering Dynamics 3-0 MECH-204 Material Science & Engineering 2-0
ME-203 Thermodynamics-I 2-0 STR-202 Mechanics of Materials 3-0
Fluid Mechanics & Applied 3-1
AERO-212 MATH-352 Numerical Methods 2-1
Aerodynamics
CS-201 Intro to Computer Programming 1-1 IE-211 Engg Economy 2-0
AV-204 Electrical Circuits and Machines 1-1
Total 17 Total 18

Semester-V Semester-VI
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
ME-305 Heat Transfer 3-1 ME-306 Propulsion & Turbo machinery 3-1
AERO-321 Aircraft Performance 3-0 AERO-322 Aircraft Stability & Controls 3-0
AERO-314 Intro to Rotorcraft Dynamics 2-0 AERO-331 Wind Tunnel Testing 0-1
Aircraft Loading & Structural 3-1 Structural Vibrations &
STR-305 STR-303 3-0
Analysis Aeroelasticity
IE-321 Computer Aided Instrumentation 1-1 STR-306 Computational Structural Analysis 3-1
Feedback Control Systems 2-1 Manufacturing Practices & CNC
AV-356 IE-303 0-1
Machines

HU-304 Technical Report Writing 2-0

Total 18 Total 18

Semester-VII Semester-VIII
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
AE-492 Project-I 0-2 AE-499 Project-II 0-4
AE-432 Intro to CFD 1-1 AE-482 Emerging Aerospace Technologies 1-0
AERO-441 Aerospace Vehicle Design 2-2 HU-222 Professional Ethics 2-0
STR-441 Structure & Machine Design 3-0 IE-452 Product Design & Development 2-0
Decision Making and Time
IE-441 Engineering Management 2-0 CBL-402 1-0
Management
HU-405 Communication Skills 2-1 Total 10
AE-413 Astrodynamics 1-0
CBL-401 Character Building & Leadership 1-0
Total 18
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 Master in Aerospace Engineering
Career Opportunities
The Master of Aerospace Engineering degree holders may seek careers as Aerospace, Mechanical or Design Engineers in airline
industry, R&D organizations or any other public or private sector organizations.
CAE

Course Description
The MS Programme is leading to PhD initially in two specialties (Solid Mechanics / Structural Design & Analysis & Fluid Dynamics /
Aerodynamics), extendable to four specialties subject to adequate student enrolment and faculty availability. The programme con-
stitutes 24 credits hours of course work and 6 credit hours of thesis research. It will include 4 core courses and 4 elective courses.
Each course is of 3.0 credit hours. The courses of each of the four streams are presented as follows. Students will also be required
to take a research methodology course before starting research.

Research Areas
The main focus of research will be the areas of national interest. Research areas, relevant to aviation and other industries in the
country for indigenous product development and design, which includes, but not limited to following areas:-
»» Aircraft Aerodynamics Design »» Fluid-Structure Interactions
»» Methods & Analysis of Structures »» Flight Stability and Controls
»» Computational Fluid Dynamics »» Aircraft Propulsion
»» Compressible & Incompressible Aerodynamics »» Turbo Machinery
»» FEA Design & Analysis »» Aero-acoustics
»» Solid Mechanics »» Alternate Energy
»» Advanced Composites »» Heat Transfer
»» Aerospace Materials »» Advanced Vibrations
»» Mechanical Behaviour of Materials »» High Energy Materials

Scheme of Studies Programme Code: 653

Core Courses
Course Code Course Title Credits
AE-821 Advanced Aerodynamics – I : Incompressible Flows 3
CSE-802 Turbo Machinery 3
MATH-812 Advanced Engineering Mathematics 3
ME-817 Advanced Theory of Vibrations 3
AE-899 MS Thesis 6

Elective Courses
Solid Mechanics Structure
Course Code Course Title Credits
AE-810 Advanced Topics in Aerospace Structures 3
AE-811 Advanced Mechanics of Composites 3
AE-812 Advanced / Experimental Stress Analysis 3
AE-813 Design and Analysis of Aerospace Structures 3

Fluid Dynamics / Aerodynamics

Course Code Course Title Credits
AE-820 Advanced Topics in Aerodynamics / Fluid Dynamics 3
AE-822 Advanced Aerodynamics – II : Compressible Flows 3
AE-823 Viscous Flow 3
AE-824 Turbulent Fluid Flow 3

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Thermodynamics / Propulsion Design / Optimization
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
AE-831 Rocket Propulsion 3 Advanced Topics in Aerospace
AE-850
AE-832 Advanced Aerothermodynamics 3 Design
Advanced Topics in Aerospace 3 AE-851 Aerospace Vehicle Design
AE-833
Propulsion Multidisciplinary Design

CAE
AE-852
Optimization for Aerospace Vehicles
Mechanics / Flight Dynamics
Mechanics of Materials
Course Code Course Title Credits
Course Code Course Title Credits
Advanced Flight Dynamics & 3
AE-841 Advanced Topics in Aerospace 3
Control AE-860
Materials
Guidance and Navigation of 3
AE-842 AE-861 Mechanical Behaviour of Materials 3
Aerospace Vehicles
Aerospace Vehicle Dynamics and 3 Advanced Topics in Aerospace 3
AE-843 AE-862
Control Manufacturing
AE-844 Optimal Control 3
MEMS
Inertial and Integrated Navigation 3
AE-845 Course Code Course Title Credits
System
Micro-Electro-Mechanical-Systems 3
AE-846 Modern Feedback Control Theory 3 AE-891
(MEMS) for Aerospace Applications
Advanced Topics in Flight Dynamics 3
AE-847
& Control

General Electives
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
Data Analytics (Advanced 3 ME-834 Fracture Mechanics 3
MATH-813
Numerical Techniques) ME-839 Advanced Finite Element Analysis 3
Industrial Management & System 3 Computational Fluid Dynamics and 3
IE-801 ME-840
Engineering Heat Transfer
ME-810 Principles of Control Systems 3 Computer Integrated 3
ME-854
CE-801 Advanced Structural Mechanics 3 Manufacturing
CE-809 Structural Dynamics 3 ME-861 Theory of Plasticity 3
CSE-831 Finite Element Methods 3 ME-867 Quality & Reliability Management 3
CSE-834 Theory of Elasticity 3 ME-869 Project Management 3
CSE-903 Advanced Heat Transfer 3 Computer Aided Engineering 3
ME-875
EM-806 Operations Research 3 Design
MATH-850 Advanced Numerical Analysis 3 ME-881 Advanced Fluid Mechanics 3
ME-803 Continuum Mechanics 3 ME-882 Heat & Mass Transfer 3
ME-815 Advanced Mechanics of Materials 3 ME-884 Convection Heat Transfer 3
Instrumentation & Data Acquisition 3 ME-888 Radiation Heat Transfer 3
ME-819
Systems ME-889 Conduction Heat Transfer 3
Advanced Instrumentation and 3 ME-892 Advanced Propulsion 3
ME-820
Experimental Methods ME-893 Advanced Combustion 3
ME-831 Computational Fluid Dynamics – I 3 MTS-858 Smart Materials & Structures 3
ME-833 Computational Fluid Dynamics – II 3

Additional Courses
Course Code Course Title Credits
RM-898 Research Methodology 2
SEM/WKSP- Seminar / Workshop 1
897

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Course Description
PhD at CAE (Aerospace Dept) is a 3-8 year program. The students are required to undertake 18 credit hours coursework of 800/900
CAE

level in addition to the pre-requisite specified for the program. In addition to the coursework, all doctoral students must register
for at least 30 credits of doctoral research. These 18 credit hours are the courses which have not been counted towards any other
degree. The GEC may specify additional subjects to be taken by the PhD student, if considered essential. These shall be notified
as“Additional Courses”and shall not be counted towards calculation of CGPA. Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 out of 4.0 is required
in the 18 credit hours of 800/900 level courses which are counted towards PhD. The coursework with required CGPA should be
completed preferably within one year of enrolment for PhD. Maximum allowable time to complete the coursework is 18 months.

PhD Qualifying Examination

After successful completion of 800/900 level courses (to be counted towards his PhD) with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 out of
4.0, the student takes a qualifying/ comprehensive examination in the subjects specified by the GEC. The qualifying examination is
conducted as soon as possible after completion of the coursework but, in any case, it is not delayed for more than 4 months. Each
student must pass a PhD qualifying exam.

Research Areas
Following are the broader areas of specialization:
»» Fluid dynamics/Aerodynamics »» Solid mechanics / Structural Design and Analysis
»» Thermo fluids / propulsion »» Flight dynamics and control
»» Aerospace vehicle design »» Aerospace materials
»» Aerospace sensing and instrumentation »» Advanced Composites
»» Advanced Vibrations »» Turbo-Machinery
»» Nano Technology / Nano materials for Aviation »» FEA Design and Analysis
»» Alternate Energy »» Aircraft Aerodynamics Design
»» Multi-Disciplinary Design Optimization »» Aircraft Flight Stability and Control
»» Computational Fluid Dynamics »» Thermo Fluids
»» Heat Transfer »» Cryogenics
»» CAD / CAM / Mechanical Design »» Aircraft Structure Design
»» Micro / Nano Electro Mechanical Systems »» Materials Science
»» Space Technologies

Scheme of studies

PhD Courses (In addition to 800 level courses approved for MS Aerospace Engineering)
Course Code Course Title Credits
AE-815 Aero-Mechanical Integration 3
AE-814 Aero-Elasticity 3
AE-863 Advanced Materials 3
AE-864 Energetic Materials 3
AE-881 Orbital Mechanics 3
AE-882 Spacecraft System Design 3
AE-930 Advanced Topics in Aerospace Propulsion 3
AE-940 Advanced Topics in Flight Dynamics and Controls 3
AE-980 Advanced Topics in Space Technology 3
AE-999 PhD Thesis 30

Additional Courses
Course Code Course Title Credits
SEM/WKSP- Seminar / Workshop 1
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Master in Mechanical Engineering

Course Description

The MS programme is constituting of 24 credits hours of course work and 6 credit hours of thesis research. It includes 4 core

CAE
courses and 4 elective courses. Each course is a 3.0 credit hour course. The courses of each of the four streams are presented as
follows. Students will also be required to take a research methodology course before starting research.

Career Opportunities
The Master of Mechanical Engineering degree holders may seek careers as Mechanical or Design Engineers in mechnical industry,
R&D organizations or any other public or private sector organizations.
Research Areas
The main focus of research will be the areas of national interest. Research areas, relevant to aviation and other industries in the
country for indigenous product development and design, which includes, but not limited to following areas: -
»» Fluid dynamics/Aerodynamics
»» Advanced Materials
»» Advanced Vibrations
»» Advanced Composites
»» Thermo-fluids
»» Heat Transfer
»» Structure Design and Optimization
»» Methods and Analysis for Structures
»» Compressible and incompressible fluid mechanics

Scheme of studies
Core Courses ME-813 Advanced Control Systems-II 3
ME-814 Digital Control Systems 3
Course Code Course Title Credits
ME-815 Advanced Modeling & Simulation 3
Advanced Engineering 3
MATH-812 Modeling & Simulation of Dynamic 3
Mathematics ME-816
Systems
Optimization of Engineering 3
ME-801 ME-817 Advanced Theory of Vibrations 3
Systems
ME-802 Finite Element Methods 3 ME-818 Kinematics & Rigid Body Dynamics 3
ME-803 Continuum Mechanics 3 Instrumentation & Data Acquisition 3
ME-819
Systems
ME-899 MS Thesis 6
Advanced Instrumentation and 3
ME-820
experimental methods
Elective Courses
ME-831 Computational Fluid Dynamics-I 3
Course Code Course Title Credits
ME-837 Nonlinear Dynamics 3
EE-873 Fuzzy Control 3
Rapid Prototyping, Tooling & 3
EE-977 Nonlinear Control Systems 3 ME-852
Manufacturing
EM-800 Introduction to Advanced Robotics 3 Manufacturing System Design & 3
EM-806 Operations Research 3 ME-853
Management
MATH-850 Advanced Numerical Analysis 3 Computer Integrated 3
ME-854
ME-811 Modeling & Artificial Intelligence 3 Manufacturing
ME-812 Advanced Control Systems-I 3 ME-898 Special Topics 3

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 MTS-852 Advanced Measurement 3 ME-841 Finite Element Analysis of 3
Techniques Composite
Computational Mechanics ME-842 Additive Manufacturing 3
EM-843 Advanced Research Methods 3 ME-851 Advanced Manufacturing Processes 3
MATH-850 Advanced Numerical Analysis 3 ME-852 Rapid Prototyping, Tooling & 3
Manufacturing
ME-815 Advanced Modeling & Simulation 3
CAE

ME-853 Manufacturing System Design & 3

ME-817 Advanced Theory of Vibrations 3
Management
ME-820 Advanced Instrumentation and 3
ME-854 Computer Integrated 3
experimental methods
Manufacturing
ME-831 Computational Fluid Dynamics-I 3
ME-855 Material Selection & Design 3
ME-832 Parallel & Distributed Simulation 3
ME-856 Joining of Materials & Structures 3
for Research
ME-857 Product Design Fundamentals 3
ME-833 Computational Fluid Dynamics-II 3
ME-858 Laser Material Processing 3
ME-834 Fracture Mechanics 3
ME-859 Mechanics of Fibre Reinforced 3
ME-835 Advanced Mechanics of Materials 3
Composites (FRC Materials)
ME-836 Theory of Elasticity 3
ME-860 Form Synthesis & Stress Analysis of 3
ME-837 Nonlinear Dynamics 3 Machinery
ME-838 Advanced Stress Analysis 3 ME-861 Theory of Plasticity 3
ME-839 Advanced Finite Element Analysis 3 ME-862 Advanced Engineering Materials 3
ME-840 Computational Fluid Dynamics and 3 ME-863 Product Lifecycle Management 3
Heat Transfer
ME-864 Advanced Manufacturing 3
ME-841 Finite Element Analysis of 3 Technologies
Composite
ME-865 Lean and Agile Manufacturing 3
ME-851 Advanced Manufacturing Processes 3
ME-866 Industrial Design and Human Factor 3
ME-857 Product Design Fundamentals 3
ME-867 Quality and Reliability Management 3
ME-859 Mechanics of Fibre Reinforced 3
ME-868 Operations Management 3
Composites (FRC Materials)
ME-869 Project Management 3
ME-861 Theory of Plasticity 3
ME-870 Supply Chain Management 3
ME-874 Reliability Based Design 3
ME-871 Product Design & Development 3
ME-881 Advanced Fluid Mechanics 3
ME-874 Reliability Based Design 3
ME-882 Heat & Mass Transfer 3
ME-875 Computer Aided Engineering 3
ME-883 Gas Dynamics 3
Design
ME-898 Special Topics 3
ME-876 Product Design and Development 3
MTS-858 Smart Materials & Structures 3
ME-898 Special Topics 3
MTS-820 Advanced Manufacturing Design 3
Product & Manufacturing Systems Techniques
Design MTS-851 Precision Manufacturing Systems 3
EM-806 Operations Research 3 MTS-852 Advanced Measurement 3
EM-843 Advanced Research Methods 3 Techniques
MATH-850 Advanced Numerical Analysis 3 MTS-858 Smart Materials & Structures 3
ME-812 Advanced Control Systems-I 3 Design
ME-816 Modeling & Simulation of Dynamic 3 EM-843 Advanced Research Methods 3
Systems MATH-850 Advanced Numerical Analysis 3
ME-818 Kinematics & Rigid Body Dynamics 3 ME-817 Advanced Theory of Vibrations 3
ME-819 Instrumentation & Data Acquisition 3 ME-818 Kinematics & Rigid Body Dynamics 3
Systems
ME-824 Engine Tribology 3
ME-834 Fracture Mechanics 3
ME-834 Fracture Mechanics 3
ME-835 Advanced Mechanics of Materials 3
ME-836 Theory of Elasticity 3
ME-836 Theory of Elasticity 3
ME-837 Nonlinear Dynamics 3
ME-838 Advanced Stress Analysis 3

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ME-851 Advanced Manufacturing Processes 3 ME-891 Internal Combustion Engines 3
ME-855 Material Selection & Design 3 ME-892 Advanced Propulsion 3
ME-857 Product Design Fundamentals 3 ME-893 Advanced Combustion 3
ME-858 Laser Material Processing 3 ME-894 Advanced Refrigeration and 3
Airconditioning
ME-862 Advanced Engineering Materials 3
ME-898 Special Topics 3

CAE
ME-865 Lean and Agile Manufacturing 3
ME-866 Industrial Design and Human Factor 3 Research
ME-867 Quality and Reliability Management 3 SEM/WKSP- Seminar/Workshop 1
997
ME-868 Operations Management 3
RM-898 Research Methodology 2
ME-869 Project Management 3
ME-870 Supply Chain Management 3
ME-871 Product Design & Development 3
ME-873 Advanced Engineering Design 3
ME-874 Reliability Based Design 3
ME-875 Computer Aided Engineering 3
Design
ME-876 Product Design and Development 3
ME-898 Special Topics 3
RM-898 Research Methodologies 3
Thermofluids
EM-806 Operations Research 3
MATH-850 Advanced Numerical Analysis 3
ME-816 Modeling & Simulation of Dynamic 3
Systems
ME-819 Instrumentation & Data Acquisition 3
Systems
ME-820 Advanced Instrumentation and 3
experimental methods
ME-831 Computational Fluid Dynamics-I 3
ME-832 Parallel & Distributed Simulation 3
for Research
ME-840 Computational Fluid Dynamics and 3
Heat transfer
ME-855 Material Selection & Design 3
ME-858 Laser Material Processing 3
ME-881 Advanced Fluid Mechanics 3
ME-882 Heat & Mass Transfer 3
ME-883 Gas Dynamics 3
ME-884 Convection Heat Transfer 3
ME-885 Thermal System Design 3
ME-886 Power Plant Engineering 3
ME-887 Sustainable Energy Systems 3
ME-888 Radiation Heat Transfer 3
ME-889 Conduction Heat Transfer 3
ME-890 Advanced Turbo Machinery 3

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 Library
CAE library is fully automated and provides excellent services and facilities to fulfill the information needs of faculty members as
well as students. It has a collection of over 115,000+ books including textbooks and general/reference books. It also provides a
wide range of services that include automated issuance of books, online information searching, e-books and access to HEC online
digital repository comprised 38 different databases. A digital library has been established with the 50 high speed All-in-One ter-
CAE

minals, which are connected with PERN. To make the environment conducive for the readers, a Cafeteria is also established at the
library. The library has the following Vision, Mission and Core Values.
• Vision : A fully automated online Information / Knowledge Resource Center to support Teaching / Learning, Research &
Development activities at NUST CAE.
• Mission: Right information for the right person at the right time.
• Core Values: Reliable & Responsiveness, Steadfast and prompt service, cooperative team work & Futuristic outlook.

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School of Electrical
Engineering and
Computer Science (SEECS),
Islamabad
 School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
About the School
School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (formerly
NIIT) chronicles an incredible tale of what focused efforts with
SEECS

a clear vision, singular commitment and a passionate quest for

excellence are capable of achieving within a span of less than
two decades. From its inception in 1999, as a tiny IT wing of
NUST, this School has blossomed into one of the finest seats of
higher education, of which not only NUST but the entire nation Fact file
can be legitimately proud of. The philosophy of education at
SEECS puts due premium on an essential blending of engineering Promoting Innovation and Entrepreneurship,
and computing education with a sound orientation of social and Entrepreneurial activities are one of the hallmarks
humanitarian interests of the society. With the relocation of of academic culture at NUST-SEECS. Students are
SEECS to H-12 campus, this school is striving to set a new pace encouraged, guided and inspired through innovative
for wholesome growth of its students. and creative programs to become future business
leaders with a dynamic vision. Students and faculty
are encouraged and supported alike to engage in
Academics entrepreneurial ventures. Currently, 14 startups
incubated at NUST Technology Incubation Center are
SEECS is known for its exclusive academic environment and
founded and/or co-founded by NUST-SEECS students,
dynamism to embody the best in engineering and computing
former students and faculty.
education. All its undergraduate and graduate programmes
have evolved as a result of pragmatic research so as to educate
and groom the students in the best possible manner in their
respective disciplines. The ultimate goal has always been
to prepare sound professionals with a progressive vision,
committed to pursuit of excellence. This is ensured through
well-formulated academic programme with appropriate co-
curricular activities. The format of academic training nurtures
a passion for hard work so vitally needed for socio-economic
development. Equal emphasis is laid on developing students’
ability to think creatively, and analyze and solve practical
elite centers of excellence all over the globe including high
problems.
profile universities and research nodes in USA, UK, Germany,
Australia,
Research Environment Canada, UAE, Austria, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Russia, New
Zealand, Italy, Spain, Cyprus, Malaysia, Sweden, Singapore,
An active and potent research culture pertains at NUST-SEECS Portugal, Estonia, and China. Faculty has 52 active academic
since the beginning. Since its inception, relentless efforts have collaborations in 21 countries and 25 Industrial/ Institutional
been made to build a research environment of International Collaborations.
stature. Here at NUST-SEECS, we place a high premium on Our faculty is working on cutting edge research areas and is
quality research as a gateway to new horizons of scientific producing high-quality research publications. For year 2018,
knowledge and discovery. our research output amounted to 127 Journal Publications,
90 conference Publications and out of which 112 were Joint
We are focusing on multi-disciplinary research and in that International Publications.
context research in SEECS has been broadly divided into seven Recently, SEECS has signed a MoU with School of Cyber Science
Signature Research Clusters. These clusters include: Internet of and Technology, Beihang University (BUAA), China for the
Things, Wireless and Photonic Networks, Cyber Security, Smart Establishment of Cyber Security Research Center at NUST-
Grid, Cloud Computing and Big Data Analytics and Artificial SEECS.
Intelligence & Machine learning. These research clusters work culture. In the very short period of time since its inception, it
in close collaboration with national and international academics has made relentless efforts to build a research environment of
and industry partners. international stature. To this end, the school has significantly
As of Dec 2018, NUST-SEECS active research grants are worth PKR expanded its faculty and student intake, raised considerable
290 M. These include funding from national and international research funding, established high-tech research labs and a
bodies/agencies as well as industry. SEECS has established dedicated research complex developed active linkages with
Pakistan’s First EEG Lab in collaboration with Germany. Huawei the industry, filed indigenous patents, and produced high-
Technologies and NUST-SEECS have jointly setup an IoT and quality research publications. Research aptitude and capacity
Machine Learning Lab. Deep Learning Lab has been awarded are the main criterion for evaluation and selection of faculty.
to NUST-SEECS, with funding worth PKR 70 Million. The lab is Researchers are provided maximum logistical support to set up
part of the National Centre of Artificial Intelligence that is being labs and are also introduced to relevant industry people as well
established at NUST. as premier international research institutions so that they are
NUST-SEECS enjoys extensive collaborations with some of the able to work on research problems of national and international
significance.
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Faculty Profile
Dr Syed Muhammad Hassan Zaidi, Principal and Dean
PhD (University of South Florida) USA
Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialisation: Computer Network

SEECS
Department of Electrical Engineering
Dr Rehan Ahmed
Dr Osman Hasan Senior Head of Department PhD (The University of British Columbia) Canada
PhD (Concordia University) Canada Discipline: Electrical and Computer Engineering
Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Formal Methods Dr Usman Zabit
PhD (University of Toulouse) France
Engr Dr Shahid Baqar Head of Department, IAEC Discipline: Opto-electronics, INPT
PhD (Cranfield University, Shrivenham) England
Discipline: Electrical Engineering Engr Nasir Mahmood
Specialization: Electro-Optics/ Infra-Red Modelling and MS (BUAA) China
Simulation Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Embedded Systems, System on Chip (SOC)
Dr Ahmad Salman Design and Verification
PhD (University of Manchester) UK
Discipline: Electrical Engineering Engr Arshad Nazir
Specialization: Signal Processing, Speech Processing, Machine MS (NUST) Pakistan
Learning Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Telecommunication
Dr M Shahzad Younis
PhD (University Technology Petronas) Malaysia Muhammad Imran Abeel
Discipline: Electrical Engineering MS (NUST) Pakistan
Specialization: Signal and Image Processing Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Digital Systems and Signal Processing
Dr Hassan Aqeel Khan
PhD (Michigan State University) USA Maryam Saeed
Discipline: Electrical Engineering MS (NUST) Pakistan
Specialization: Machine Learning Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Digital Systems and Signal Processing
Dr Wajahat Hussain
PhD (University of de Zaragoza) Spain
Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Robotics

Engr. Dr Hassaan Khaliq Qureshi, HoD IoT Dr Salman Abdul Ghafoor

PhD (City University London) England PhD (University of Southampton) UK
Discipline: Electrical Engineering Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Wireless Communication and Networks, Specialization: Fiber Optic Communications, Radio Over Fiber
Internet of Things (IoTs), Energy Proficiency Issues Systems, Millimeter Wave Communication
Dr Saad Qaisar Dr Fahd Ahmed Khan
PhD (Michigan State University) USA PhD (KAUST) SA
Discipline: Electrical Engineering Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Wireless & video Communication Specialization: Wireless Communication
Dr Syed Ali Hassan Dr Sajjad Hussain
PhD (Georgia Institute of Technology) USA PhD Electronics Engineering, Dublin City University, Ireland
Discipline: Electrical Engineering Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Wireless Communications, Signal Processing Specialization: Wireless Communications
Dr Rizwan Ahmed Dr Huma Ghafoor
PhD (Victoria University) Australia PhD From Multimedia Communication System Laboratory
Discipline: Communication Engineering (MCSL) School of Electrical Engineering University of Ulsan
Specialization: Wireless Communications (UOU) South Korea
Discipline: Electrical Engineering
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 Specialization: Communication Systems
Dr Syed Taha Ali
PhD (University of New South Wales) Australia
Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Network Security, Internet of Things
SEECS

Engr Yasir Iqbal

MS (University of Gavle) Sweden
Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Microwave Engineering

Dr Farid Gul, HoD, EPC

PhD (BUAA) China
Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Navigation Systems Integration

Engr Habeel Ahmad Engr Neelma Naz

MS (Michigan State University) USA MS (NUST) Pakistan
Discipline: Electrical Engineering Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Digital & Embedded Systems Specialization: Control Systems

Dr Ammar Hassan Engr Mansoor Asif

PhD (Imperial College London) UK MS (NCEPU) China
Discipline: Electrical Engineering Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Control Systems Specialization: Power Systems

Dr Iftikhar Ahmed Rana Engr Muhammad Tahir Rasheed

PhD (University of Versailles) France MS (NCEPU) China
Discipline: Electrical Engineering Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Non Linear Control Systems and Automation Specialization: Power Systems

Engr Mansoor Shaukat Dr Usman Ali

MS (University of Southampton) UK Ph.D Electrical and Computer Engineering,
Discipline: Electronics Engineering Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta GA, USA
Specialization: Computer Systems, Pattern Recognition
Dr Usman Khan
Engr Muhammad Ramzan PhD (Electrical Engineering)
MS (UNSW) Austrelia University of Rome “Tor Vergata” (Italy)
Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Communication and DSP Dr Zubair Rehman
PhD (Electrical Engineering)
Dr M Latif Anjum School of Engineering and Advanced Technology Massey Uni-
PhD (Politecnico di Torino) Italy versity, Palmerston North, New Zealand
Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Computer Vision and Robotics Dr Hasan Arshad Nasir
PhD (Electrical Engineering)
Engr Shakeel Alvi Post Doc – University of Melbourne, Australia
MS (GWU) USA
Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Telecommunication and Computers

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Department of Computing Specialization: Computer Vision & EECS

Dr Muazzam A. Khan Khattak Senior Head of Department Engr Ayesha Kanwal

PhD International Islamic University Pakistan MS (NUST), Pakistan
Post Doc University of Missouri, USA Discipline: Software Engineering
Discipline: Computer Science Specialization: Information Security, Cloud Computing Security

SEECS
Specialization: Wireless Sensor Networks, IoT, Data and
Network Security, Localization Hirra Anwar
MS (NUST), Pakistan
Discipline: Software Engineering
Software Engineering Specialization: Information Security

Dr Omar Arif , HoD Engr Taufique Ur Rehman

PhD (Georgia Institute of Technology), USA MS (NUST), Pakistan
Discipline: Software Engineering Discipline: Software Engineering
Specialization: Computer Vision, Machine Learning Specialization: E-Commerce Application Development

Dr Nadeem Ahmed Haleemah Zia

PhD (UNSW), Australia MS (NUST), Pakistan
Discipline: Software Engineering Discipline: Software Engineering
Specialization: Wireless Sensor Networks, Mobile Ad hoc Specialization: Information Security
Networks, Software Defined Networking
Dr Hasan Tahir
Dr Muhammad Moazam Fraz PhD University of Essex
PhD (Kingston University), UK Discipline: Electronics and Computing Systems
Discipline: Software Engineering Specialization: Cyber Security, IoT Security, Group Security
Specialization: Image Processing, Medical Image Analysis,
Computer Vision and Pattern Recognition Dr Seemab Latif
PhD University of Manchester UK
Dr Faisal Shafait Discipline: Computer Science
PhD (TUKL), Germany Specialization: Artificial Intelligence, Natural Language
Discipline: Software Engineering Processing (NLP)
Specialization: Machine Learning and Pattern Recognition
Engr Dr Rafia Mumtaz
Dr Muhammad Muneeb Ullah PhD University of Surrey, UK
PhD (INRIA & University of Rennes 1), France Discipline: Computer Science
Discipline: Software Engineering Specialization: Image Processing, Satellite Remote Sensing,
Specialization: Computer Vision GIS, Machine Learning, Computer Vision, IoT

Dr Shahzad Saleem
PhD (Stockholm University), Sweden
Computer Science
Discipline: Software Engineering
Dr Aziz ur Rahim
Specialization: Digital Forensics
PhD Dalian University of Technology, Dalian, China
Specialization: Mobile Computing
Dr Muhammad Ali Tahir
PhD (RWTH Aachen University), Germany
Dr Fahad Javed
Discipline: Software Engineering
PhD SBA School of Science and Engineering LUMS, Pakistan
Specialization: Automatic Speech Recognition, Pattern
Specialization: Autonomic Computing
Recognition, Image Processing
Dr Sharifullah Khan
Dr Imran Mahmood Qureshi
PhD (University of Leeds), UK
PhD (Royal Institute of Technology), Sweden
Discipline: Computer Science
Discipline: Software Engineering
Specialization: Databases, Information Retrieval
Specialization: Electronic & Computer Systems
Dr Safdar Abbas Khan
Dr Muhammad Shahzad
PhD (University of Paris), France
Technical University of Munich (TUM), Germany
Discipline: Computer Science
Discipline: Software Engineering
Specialization: Localization in Wireless Sensor Networks; Soft
Specialization: Radar Remote Sensing, Point cloud Processing,
Computing Techniques
3D Computer Vision & Image Analysis
Dr Pakeeza Akram
Engr Shamyl Bin Mansoor
PhD University of Delaware, USA
MS (Seoul National University), South Korea
Specialization: Applied Machine Learning
Discipline: Software Engineering

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 Dr Abdul Wahid Dr Muhammad khuram Shahzad
PhD Kyungpook National University, Daegu, Rep of Korea PhD (Sungkyunkwan University),South Korea
Specialization: Under water Sensor Networks Discipline: ComputerEngineering
Specialization: Artificial Intelligence, Wireless Sensor Networks
Dr Arsalan Ahmad
PhD (Politecnico di Torino), Italy Innovative Technologies in Learning
SEECS

Discipline: Computer Science

Specialization: Energy Efficiency in Telecommunication
Dr Sohail Iqbal (HoD ITL)
Networks, Optical Network Optimization
PhD (University of Paris-Est), France
Specialization: Surgical Robotics
Dr Imran Malik
PhD (Universty of Kaiserslautrn), Germany
Jaudat Mamoon
Discipline: Computer Science
MSc (TUM, Munich), Germany
Specialization: Artificial Intelligence
Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Communications Engineering
Dr Qaiser Riaz
PhD, University of Bonn, Germany
Farzana Ahmed
Discipline: Computer Science
MS (University of Sunderland), UK
Specialization: Human motion analysis using inertial data,
Discipline: Education
Motion reconstruction and Synthesis, Motion capturing and
Specialization: Teaching and Learning with Technology
Character Animation
Dr Muhammad Muddassir Malik
Dr Muazzam A. Khan
PhD (Vienna University of Technology), Austria
PhD International Islamic University Pakistan
Specialization: Scientific and Information Visualization,
Discipline: Computer Science
Comparative Visualization, Industrial CT
Specialisation: Wireless Sensor Networks, IoT, Data and
Network Security, Localization
Infromation Security
Dr Asad Ali Shah
PhD - Computer Science, Malaysia Dr Shahzad Saleem HoD Information Security (IS)
Discipline: Computer Science PhD (Stockholm University), Sweden
Specialization: Question Answering, Credibility Assessment, Discipline: Software Engineering
Information Retrieval, Information Processing, Semantic Web Specialization: Digital Forensics

Dr Muhammad Zeeshan Dr Hasan Tahir

PhD (NUST), Pakistan PhD University of Essex
Discipline: Computer Science Discipline: Electronics and Computing Systems
Specialization: Wireless Networks Specialization: Cyber Security, IoT Security, Group Security

Maajid Maqbool Dr Mehdi Hussain

MBA (University of Windsor), Canada PhD University of Malaya
Discipline: Computer Science Discipline: Computer Science
Specialization: Internet Technologies Specialization: Information Hiding

Sana Khalique Dr Abdul Ghafoor Abbasi

MS (NUST), Pakistan PhD The Royal Institute of Technology, Sweden
Discipline: Computer Science Discipline: Network Security
Specialization: Distributed Computing Specialization: Security Protocols, Blockchain Applications,
Secure VANET, Cloud Computing Security
Dr Seema Jehan
PhD TU Graz, Austria Engr Ayesha Kanwal
Discipline: Computer Science MS (NUST), Pakistan
Specialization: Automated Software Testing &Debugging Discipline: Software Engineering
Specialization: Information Security, Cloud Computing Security
Dr Sidra Sultana
PhD (Military College of Signals), NUST Ms Hirra Anwar
Discipline: Software Engineering MS (NUST), Pakistan
Specialization: Software Modeling & Verification Discipline: Software Engineering
Specialization: Information Security
Dr Muhammad Asif Ali Rajput
PhD (TU Berlin), Germany Ms Haleemah Zia
Discipline: Electrical Engineering MS (NUST), Pakistan
Specialization: Computer Vision Discipline: Software Engineering
Specialization: Information Security

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Faculty of Basic Sciences and Humanities

Moin-ud-Din Saeed Afzal

M.Sc (Punjab University) Pakistan M.Phil (International Islamic University) Pakistan
Discipline: Statistics Discipline: Applied Mathematics
MCS (SZABIST) Pakistan

SEECS
Discipline: Software Engineering Ansar Shahzadi
M.Phil (Quaid-e-Azam University) Pakistan
Dr Sajid Ali Discipline: Statistics
PhD (NUST) Pakistan.
Discipline: Mathematics Atifa Kanwal
Specialization: Mathematical Physics M.Phil (Quaid-i-Azam University) Pakistan
Discipline: Mathematics
Dr Ibrar Hussain
PhD (NUST) Pakistan. Muhammad Yousaf
Discipline: Mathematics M. Phil (International Islamic University) Pakistan
Specialization: General Relativity Discipline: Economics
Specialization: International & Monetary Economics
Dr Quanita Kiran
PhD (NUST) Pakistan Usman Khawar
Discipline: Mathematics M.A (Punjab University) Pakistan
Specialization: Fixed Point Theory/ Functional Analysis Discipline: English
Specialization: English Language & Literature
Dr Adnan Aslam
PhD (NUST) Pakistan Komal Malik
Discipline: Mathematics M. Phil (International Islamic University) Pakistan
Specialization: Partial Differential Equations Discipline: Linguistics
Specialization: Linguistics
Dr Naila Amir
PhD (NUST) Pakistan Dr Hina Munir Dutt
Discipline: Mathematics PhD NUST, Pakistan
Specialization: Mathematical Physics Specialization: Differential Equations

Dr Muhammad Imran Malik Ammar Ahmed

PhD (Beihang University) China M. Phil (International Islamic University) Pakistan
Discipline: Condensed Matter Physics Discipline: Islamic Studies
Specialization: Hadith & Its Sciences
Dr Rai Sajjad Saif
PhD International Islamic University, Islamabad, Pakistan
Specialization: Fluid Dynamics

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 National and International Linkages
Industry Linkages optic communications, mobile communications, digital design,
control systems, mathematics, physics, chemistry, management,
On the domestic front, SEECS has been quite successful, as Islam, Urdu and English fiction, etc. Virtual University lectures
CDs on different subjects have been provided for students
SEECS

one of the pioneers, in knitting industry and academia into a

meaningful partnership and working in tandem on several and more than 1000 thesis in printed form are available for
practical ideas for the mutual benefit. This has helped them reference purpose. A dedicated desk, with a qualified staff has
jointly propel the dormant conditions of our technology and been established to provide reference services from the HEC
engineering education centers. SEECS is engaged in various digital library for SEECS researchers
industrial projects through Corporate Advisory Council (CAC).
SEECS has always actively participated in CAC telecom forum. All the library services are computerized and the Online Public
This has greatly facilitated the two sides to share valuable inputs Access Catalogue (library.seecs.nust.edu.pk) has been launched
from each other and devise improved strategies to achieve to help the faculty and students to check the library resources
the goals of academia-industry partnership. SEECS industry from anywhere
linkages have recently been extended overseas and a handful
of projects have already completed in collaboration with US Lab Facilities
companies. Purpose of these linkages is to expose students
to practical work experience in the industry and to familiarize
them with the opportunities that exist for careers in Electrical SEECS houses well equipped laboratories facilitating training and
Engineering and Computer Science. Some very well renowned research activities. The systems and apparatus are maintained
companies including Trgtech, TechAccess, Bentley Systems, and kept updated by highly qualified lab staff. All labs are kept
Buraaq Integrated Solutions, BrightSpyre and Personforce offer opened from 9am till 9pm to facilitate/encourage maximum
summer projects and provide professional and outstanding learning and research activities.
environment that offers hands-on career experience.
Teaching and Research Facilities in
Industrial Collaboration & Electrical Engineering
Professional Training Centers
Following teaching labs have been established that play a vital
SEECS professional credibility and its image as a catalyst to role in training undergraduate students with the state-of-the-
paradigm shifts in higher education, marked with an increasing art electrical and computer design and analysis techniques
emphasis on creativity and innovation has attracted to its »» Digital and Embedded Systems Lab
premises some of the world class research laboratories, as the »» Electromechanical and Power Systems Lab
coveted gifts from leading companies. The Cisco Networking »» Basic Electronics Lab
Academy Programme (CNAP) is a comprehensive e-learning »» Control Systems Lab
programme that provides students with the Internet technology »» Advanced Electronics Lab
skills essential in a global economy. The Academy delivers »» Microwave Devices and Antenna Lab
online assessment, hands-on labs, instructor lead training »» Digital Signal Processing Lab
and preparation for industry standard certifications. Microsoft »» Communication Systems Lab
Imagine Academy and Certiport Testing Centre provide the Besides the teaching lab following are the research labs
facility to help equip students with 21st century skills for managed by electrical engineering department
academic and professional success. »» Centre of Excellence for FPGA/ASIC Research (CEFAR)
»» System Analysis and Verification (SAVe)
»» Wireless, Sensor and Secure Network (WISNET Lab)
Students Support Facilities »» Signal Processing & Machine Learning Lab (Sigma Lab)
Library »» The Core Communications and Networks Laboratory
NUST SEECS houses a state-of-the-art library with rich collection (CoNNekT) Lab
of books in the areas of Electrical engineering and Computer »» Electronics Systems Design Automation (ESDA) Lab
science. It has established its repute in the student »» Information Processing Transmission Lab
community by providing excellent services and research »» Electroencephalogram (EEG) Research Lab
facilities to fulfill information needs of its readers. It is equipped »» GSM Lab
with the latest computers to access the digital library of more »» Mobile Robotics Lab
than 23,000 research journals (http://www.digitallibrary.edu.
pk) and 130,000 online books (http://site.ebrary.com) Teaching and Research Facilities in
Computing
The library also subscribes three journals and twelve
magazines for its readers. It has a collection of 15,000 books Research facilities at Department of Computing include:
in the area of databases, networking, e-commerce, object- »» HPC (High Performance Scientific Computing) Lab
oriented programming, data communications, circuit analysis, »» CERP (Centre for Education, Research and Practice) Lab
antennas, digital signal processing, microwave engineering, »» TUKL-NUST R&D Center
wireless communications, satellite communications, fiber »» Centre for Research in Modelling, Simulation & Vision
(CRIMSON) Lab

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»» KTH-AIS (Applied Information Security) Lab
»» EMC (Centre of Excellence for Mobile Computing) Lab NUST SEECS Alumni
»» KBS (Knowledge Based Systems) Lab
»» EMC Lab Syed Hassaan Tauqeer (BSCS-3)
»» CRIMSON Lab Looking back at my four years in
»» IBM Linux Competency Center SEECS-NUST, I see the development
of an educational institution unlike

SEECS
Besides these research-oriented labs, teaching and skill labs
have also been established which play a vital role in training and any other in Pakistan. With its roots
development of students. These include: anchored deep in research and
»» Computing Lab #1 entrepreneurship, SEECS has a culture
»» Computing Lab #2 of nurturing ideas and promoting
»» Computing Lab #3 its inhabitants on both national and
»» Computing Lab #4 foreign forums. The university proudly and actively indulges
»» Computing Lab #5 undergraduate students in international collaborative research
»» Computing Lab # 6 projects to help them grow professionally. It also encourages
»» General Purpose Lab them to appreciate and participate in the propagation of art
Professional trainings related to IBM and Open Source and culture through clubs, societies and student organized
technologies are conducted in the IBM Competency Center. conferences and festivals. The most important part of this
university, however, is the integration of the diverse flavours
that are represented by the people that come here from all
Student Bodies over Pakistan. The opportunities that I was offered at SEECS
helped me forge valuable connections from the world over
Being a progressive and modern university, NUST attaches and strengthened my technical capabilities while giving me the
considerable importance to the grooming of young entrants most amazing memories that I shall remember for a lifetime.
as the leaders and managers of tomorrow. They are offered Laraib Shakeel (BESE-4)
sufficient opportunities at SEECS to attain and polish various During my stay at NUST, I got a chance
social and professional skills. For this purpose, following vibrant to find my interests and polish my
societies and clubs exists at SEECS. These societies support skills. Being a part of one of NUST’s
students enrich their life experience and broaden their outlook most prestigious schools was a great
on important social and professional issues by engaging them experience. The faculty and staff
in a wide range of wholesome social, cultural and intellectual at SEECS are very encouraging and
activities throughout their stay at school.in a wide range of helpful. They helped me grow not
wholesome social, cultural and intellectual activities throughout only in academics but also as a human
their stay at SEECS. being. I learnt to balance my social life
»» International Association for the Exchange of Students for and work. SEECS taught me how to be productive under stress.
Technical Experience – Islamabad It also taught me to not worry about things too much because
»» One World Youth Project – Islamabad everything happens for a reason. NUST gives you a hard time
»» NUST Entrepreneur Club but it’s all worth it in the end.
»» ACM Student Chapter
»» IEEE Student Branch Khurram Javed (BESE-5)
»» IEEE Women In Engineering When I joined NUST, I wasn’t too sure
»» IEEE Robotics & Automation Society of my decision. Many of my peers were
»» Computer Society of Pakistan going to the top universities all over
»» Youth Entrepreneur Society the world, and I feared that I wouldn’t
have as many opportunities as they
Transport do. However, with-in a short time, all
my doubts were cleared. Not only was
The school provides transport facility to its students, I taught by extremely passionate and
faculty and staff. In the beginning of semester, the require- talented instructors, but I was also mentored to conduct quality
ments for availing this facility are shared with prospective research. NUST, then, provided me with funded international
commuters and routes are determined according to the and national internships and helped me build a solid resume.
demand and the timely availability of transport is top Even before graduating, I had multiple funded offers for masters
priority of the school. and PhD from reputed international universities. To summarize,
NUST is a diverse place with a plethora of opportunities, and
one only has to be willing to benefit from them.

Career Development Office

SEECS provides students sound academic foundation, with a focus on practical applications of knowledge and research. This makes
them action-oriented, with diverse interests and backgrounds to meet the demands of their prospective employers.
The objective of setting up a Career Development Office (CDO) is to facilitate placements and internships of the graduates of the
Master’s and Undergraduate programmes. CDO offers counseling and placement services and undertakes a wide range of activi-
ties including company presentations, on-campus jobs, open house, job fairs, workshops on resume writing and interviewing skills,
job search strategies etc. This helps the students and the companies to evaluate options and make the right choice matching with
their respective needs.

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 Department of Computing
Department of Computing (DoC) is the first department established at SEECS. Within a decade, DoC has become one of the
leading seats of learning in Computing. Students are prepared for the industry with emphasis on conceptual learning application
of knowledge. DoC collaborates with international and national institutes of repute and at the same time maintains a vibrant
relationship with the industry. Internship opportunities in industry and research groups are provided so that students get
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opportunity to work on real-life projects. Graduates from our department have gone on to work for national and international
organisations of repute such as Oracle, Microsoft, IBM, etc.

Bachelors in Software Engineering

The BESE programme is designed to train students to become software engineers that are equipped to handle all phases of the
software development process. The core courses include Software Engineering, Requirements Engineering, Software Quality
Engineering, Software Project Management, etc.

Why join this program?

The aim of the Bachelors in Software Engineering degree is to produce well-rounded software engineers who can fulfil the demand
for software researchers, academics and developers in Pakistan. While the study of software engineering has a lot in common
with computer science, software engineers learn much more about creating high-quality software in a systematic, controlled, and
efficient manner.

Associated Careers
With software permeating virtually all aspects of our work, a Software Engineering graduate has the option to work in many
different sectors such as software industry, telecommunication, finance, healthcare, transport, etc. Other engineering areas like
aeronautical, automotive, etc. also have increasing needs for software engineering. In addition, the SE programme develops a
strong background for pursuing higher education and research. Graduates from our programmes are studying and doing research
at some of the best universities and institutes around the world.
Scheme of Studies Programme Code-S 605

Semester – I Semester – II
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
HU–100 English 2-0 *CS– 212 Object Oriented Programming (OOP) 3-1
CS–114 Fundamentals of Programming 2-1 HU–101 Islamic Studies 2-0
HU–107 Pakistan Studies 2-0 MATH–121 Linear Algebra and ODEs 3-0
MATH–101 Calculus and Analytical Geometry 3-0 ME –104 Engineering Drawing 0-2
ME–105 Workshop Practice 0-1 HU-109 Communication Skills 2-0
PHY–102 Applied Physics 2-1 *EE-221 Digital Logic Design 3-1
*MATH-161 Discrete Mathematics 3-0 Total 13-4
Total 14-3
Semester – III Semester – IV
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
Computer Architecture and
CS-220 Database Systems 3-1 EE-321 3-1
Organization
SE-200 Software Engineering 3-0 SE-311 Software Requirements Engineering 3-0
CS-250 Data Structures & Algorithms 3-1 EE-353 Computer Networks 3-1
MATH-361 Probability and Statistics 3-0 SE Elective-I 3-0
Supporting Science Elective-1 3-0 Supporting Science Elective-II 3-X
General Education Elective-I 3-0
Total 18-2 Total 17+X

Semester – V Semester – VI
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
CS-330 Operating Systems 3-1 SE-312 Software Construction 3-1
SE-210 Software Design and Architecture 3-1 SE-320 Formal Methods 3-0
General Education Elective – II SE-321 Software Quality Engineering 3-0
3-0
Professional Ethics MGT-271 Entrepreneurship 2-0

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 HU-210 Technical Writing 3-0 SE Elective –III 3-1
Supporting Science Elective –III 3-0
Total 19 Total 19

Semester – VII Semester – VIII

SEECS
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
SE-430 Software Project Management 3-0 SE-499 Senior Project 0-4
SE-499 Final Year Project-I 0-3 SE Elective VI 2+X-1
SE Elective – V 3-1 General Education Elective- IV 3-0
SE Elective – IV 3-X CSL-401 Community Service Learning 0*-*2
General Education Elective- III 3-0 Total 9+X
Total 16+X Grand Total 133+X1

Notes:
1. The labs and elective courses will be offered in such a way that the total number of credit hours should remain in between 133 - 137.
2. The Elective course in particular category may not be offered, if the minimum credit hours requirement is already met.
3. The order of offering of General Education/Supporting Science core courses can be changed depending on availability of resources.
4. * Community Service is a non-credit course.

SE Elective Courses
Note: No limit on number of courses, minimum 21Credit Hours

Code Course Title Credits CS-433 Applied parallel Computing 3(2-1)

BIO-215 Bioinformatics 3(3-0) CS-441 Web Technologies-II 4(3-1)
BIO-317 Computational Biology 3(3-0) CS-443 E-Commerce and Solutions 3(3-0)
CS-213 Advanced Programming 4(3-1) CS-453 Programming Languages 3(3-0)
CS-251 Design and Analysis of Algorithms 3(3-0) CS-471 Machine Learning 4(3-1)
CS-321 Advanced Database Systems 3(3-0) CS-472 Natural Language Processing 3(3-0)
CS-322 RDBMS Using Oracle 3(2-1) CS-473 Theory of Intelligent Systems 4(3-1)
CS-331 System Programming 3(2-1) CS-474 Computer Vision 3(2-1)
CS-332 Distributed Computing 4(3-1) CS-476 Speech and Image Processing 4(3-1)
CS-334 Open Source Systems 4(3-1) CS-481 Computer Forensics 4(3-1)
CS-340 Web Technologies I 3(2-1) CS-482 System Incident Handling 3(3-0)
CS-342 Mobile Computing 3(3-0) CS-490 Advance Topics in Computing 3(3-0)
CS-344 Web Engineering 4(3-1) EC-303 Mobile Application Development for 3(2-1)
CS-352 Theory of Automata and Formal Lan- 3(3-0) SME's
guages EE-322 Wireless Networks 3(3-0)
CS-361 Computer Graphics 4(3-1) EE-330 Digital Signal processing 4(3-1)
CS-362 Multimedia Systems and Design 3(2-1) EE-350 Data Communication 3(3-0)
CS-363 Visualization 3(2-1) EE-430 Telecommunication Systems 3(3-0)
CS-364 Game Programming 3(2-1) EE-433 Digital Image Processing 4(3-1)
CS-370 Artificial Intelligence 4(3-1) SE-301 Object Oriented Software Engineering 3(3-0)
CS-380 Introduction to Computer Security 3(3-0) SE-313 Design Patterns 3(2-1)
CS-381 Network Security 4(3-1) SE-422 Software Testing 3(3-0)
CS-382 Fundamentals of Cryptography 3(3-0) SE-423 Software Metrics 3(3-0)
CS-414 Advanced Java with emphasis on Inter- 4(3-1) SE-431 Software Engineering Economics 3(3-0)
net Applications SE-440 Business Process Automation 3(3-0)
CS4-23 Data warehousing and Data mining 4(3-1) SE-490 Advanced Topics in Software Engineer- 3(3-0)
CS-424 Information Retrieval 3(3-0) ing
CS-425 Management Information systems 3(3-0) CS-260 Human Computer Interaction 3(3-0)

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 General Education Elective Courses
Note: No limit on number of courses, minimum 12 Credit Hours
(The list below is by no means exhaustive. Any NUST ACM Approved University Elective can be opted with the approval of Department)

Course Code Course Title Credits

SEECS

CS-271 Computational Logic 3(3-0)

CS-309 Computing and Society 3(3-0)
ECO-130 Engineering Economics 2(2-0)
FIN-100 Principles of Accounting 3(3-0)
FIN-204 Financial Management for IT Professional 2(2-0)
HRM-240 Organizational Behavior 2(2-0)
HRM-241 Organizational Behavior 3(3-0)
HRM-441 Human Resource Management 2(2-0)
HRM-442 Human Resource Management 3(3-0)
HU-102 Psychology 3(3-0)
HU-103 Principles of Sociology 3(3-0)
HU-104 English Literature 3(3-0)
HU-223 Professional Ethics 3(3-0)
MATH-232 Complex Variables and Transforms 3(3-0)
MGT-164 Introduction to Management 2(2-0)
MGT-175 Intellectual Property Rights 3(3-0)
MGT-452 New Business Ventures 2(2-0)
MKT-102 Principles of Business and Marketing 2(2-0)
OTM-455 Engineering Project Management 2(2-0)
PHY-101 Applied Physics 4(3-1)
PHY-401 Advanced Physics 3(2-1)
CH-101 Applied Chemistry 3(2-1)

Supporting Science Elective Courses

Note: No limit on number of courses, minimum 9 Credit Hours

Course Code Course Title Credits

CS-382 Fundamentals of Cryptography 3(3-0)
EE-102 Basic Electrical Engineering 4(3-1)
EE-201 Engineering Mechanics 3(3-0)
EE-215 Electronic Circuits & Devices 4(3-1)
EE-232 Signals and Systems 4(3-1)
EE-414 Digital Electronics 4(3-1)
EE-477 Analog and Digital Communication 4(3-1)
MATH-112 Calculus II 3(3-0)
MATH-133 Engineering Mathematics 3(3-0)
MATH-221 Number Theory 3(3-0)
MATH-232 Complex Variables and Transforms 3(3-0)
MATH-234 Multivariable Calculus 3(3-0)
MATH-351 Numerical Methods 3(3-0)
MATH-352 Numerical Methods 3(2-1)
PHY-401 Advance Physics 3(2-1)

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Bachelors of Science in Computer Science
The aim of the degree programme is twofold: firstly to create well-rounded computer scientists who will fulfil the demand for
computer science researchers and software developers in Pakistan, and, secondly to nurture entrepreneurship among the young
computer scientists to promote innovation at a national level. The emphasis of entrepreneurship in the programme will hopefully
give birth to new developments in the field of computing. The students of this programme will help in strengthening research

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projects in core computer science areas and bring new ideas for establishing independent businesses that shall contribute towards
the economy of the country.

The programme contains mandatory courses in the areas of artificial intelligence, compiler construction, theory of automata
and formal languages, scientific computing and analysis of algorithms. In addition, the CS programme will contain courses like
Introduction to Management, Strategic Marketing and Management, Entrepreneurship, Intellectual Property, Accounting and New
Business Ventures to encourage entrepreneurship in the students.

Why join this program?

The aim of the Bachelors in Computer Science degree is to produce well-rounded computer professionals who can create new
technologies and ideas and devise new ways to use computers. The degree in CS is the most flexible of degrees and can open doors
into the professional worlds of many other disciplines. The programme serves those students who wish to proceed as entrepreneurs
or generalists in computing or who aspire to graduate study, research positions, or cross-disciplinary innovation. This Programme
develops skills in students for applying the concepts, principles, and practices in Computer Science for analysing and solving real
world problems to support industry, research and development. The students are provided effective personal development and
team-work skills for continuing professional growth and life-long learning and awareness of their social, professional and ethical
responsibilities in national and international environment.

Associated Careers
Computer Science graduates have a world of career opportunities before them. The CS professionals can generate and implement
creative solutions to difficult problems, as well as to train the next generation of computer scientists and software professionals.
They not only can work as entrepreneurs but also have the option to work as software developers and analysts in many different
sectors such as software industry, telecommunications, finance, healthcare etc.. In addition, the CS programme develops a strong
background for pursuing higher education and research.

Scheme of Studies Programme Code-S 642

Semester I Semester II
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
CS-100 Fundamentals of ICT 2-1 CS-212 Object Oriented Programming 3-1
CS-110 Fundamentals of Computer Programming 3-1 EE-221 Digital Logic Design 3-1
HU-101 Islamic Studies 2-0 HU-107 Pakistan Studies 2-0
HU-109 Communication Skills 2-0 MATH-112 Calculus - II 3-0
MATH-111 Calculus-I 3-0 PHY-101 Applied Physics 3-1
MATH-161 Discrete Mathematics 3-0 XX-xxx University Elective-I 2+X-X
Total 17 Total 19+X

Semester III Semester IV

Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
CS-220 Database Systems 3-1 CS-251 Design and Analysis of Algorithms 3-0
CS-235 Computer Organisation and Assembly 3-1 CS-260 Human Computer Interaction 3-0
Language
CS-250 Data Structures & Algorithms 3-1 EE-321 Computer Architecture and Or- 3-1
ganisation
HU-212 Technical & Business Writing 2-0 MATH-361 Probability and Statistics 3-0
MATH-222 Linear Algebra 3-0 XX-xxx CS Elective-I 3-X
Total 17 Total 16-X

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 Semester V Semester VI
Course Course
Course Title Credits Course Title Credits
Code Code
CS-330 Operating Systems 3-1 CS-352 Theory of Automata and Formal 3-0
SE-200 Software Engineering 3-0 Languages
HU-222 Professional Ethics 2-0
SEECS

EE-353 Computer Networks 3-1

CS-370 Artificial Intelligence 3-1 MATH-333 Numerical Analysis 3-1
XX-xxx CS Elective – II 3-X XX-xxx CS Elective – III 3-X
XX-xxx University Elective – II 3-0
Total 18-X XX-xxx University Elective –III 3-0
Total 18-X

Semester VII Semester VIII

Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
CS-354 Compiler Construction 3-1 XX-xxx University Elective – V 3-0
CS-499 Final Year Project-I 0-3 XX-xxx CS Elective – V 3-X
MGT-271 Entrepreneurship 2-0 XX-xxx CS Elective – VI *** 3-X
XX-xxx CS Elective – IV 3-X CSL-401 Community Service 1****
XX-xxx University Elective -IV 2+X-X CS-499 Final Year Project-II 0-3
Total 12+X
Total 14-X
Grand Total 131+X
Notes:
* Minimum Credit Hours of CS Electives and University Electives are fixed to 18 and 13 respectively.
** Number of CS & University Elective courses is dynamic with respect to minimum credit hours.
*** The CS Elective VI may not be offered, if the minimum 18 credit hours requirement is already met.
**** Community Service is a non-credit course.

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CS Elective Courses
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
Track Data and Knowledge Management System Track Software Engineering
CS423 Data Warehousing and Data Mining 4(3+1) SE440 Business Process Automation 3(3+0)
CS321 Advanced Database Systems 3(3+0) SE313 Design Patterns 3(2+1)

SEECS
CS340 Web Technologies-I 3(2+1) SE423 Software Metrics 3(3+0)
CS443 E-Commerce and Solutions 3(3+0) SE422 Software Testing 3(3+0)
CS424 Information Retrieval 3(3+0) SE431 Software Engineering Economics 3(3+0)
CS322 RDBMS Using Oracle 3(2+1) SE430 Software Project Management 3(3+0)
CS441 Web Technologies-II 4(3+1) SE320 Formal Methods 3(3+0)
CS425 Management Information Systems 3(3+0) SE301 Object-oriented Software Engineering 3(3+0)
Track Intelligent Systems SE210 Software Design and Architecture 4(3+1)
CS471 Machine Learning 4(3+1) SE321 Software Quality Engineering 3(3+0)
CS472 Natural Language Processing 3(3+0) SE311 Software Requirements Engineering 3(3+0)
CS473 Theory of Intelligent Systems 4(3+1) CS344 Web Engineering 4(3+1)
CS476 Speech and Image Processing 4(3+1) Track Computer Security
CS474 Computer Vision 3(2+1) CS381 Network Security 4(3+1)
BIO317 Computational Biology 3(3+0) CS380 Introduction to Computer Security 3(3+0)
BIO215 Bioinformatics 3(3+0) CS481 Computer Forensics 4(3+1)
Track Computer Graphics and Multimedia Systems CS482 System Incident Handling 3(3+0)
CS361 Computer Graphics 4(3+1) EE322 Wireless Networks 3(3+0)
EE433 Digital Image Processing 4(3+1) Track Miscellaneous
CS362 Multimedia Systems and Design 3(2+1) EE430 Telecommunication Systems 3(3+0)
CS363 Visualization 3(2+1) EE232 Signals and Systems 4(3+1)
CS364 Game Programming 3(2+1) EE330 Digital Signal Processing 4(3+1)
Track Parallel and Distributed Systems EE350 Data Communication 3(3+0)
CS332 Distributed Computing 4(3+1) CS213 Advanced Programming 4(3+1)
CS342 Mobile Computing 3(3+0) EC303 Mobile Application Development for 3(2+1)
CS433 Applied Parallel Computing 3(2+1) SME’s
CS334 Open Source Systems 4(3+1) CS414 Advanced Java with emphasis on Inter- 4(3+1)
net Applications
CS331 System Programming 3(2+1)
CS453 Programming Languages 3(3+0)
CS490 Advanced Topics in Computing 3(3+0)

University Electives
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
HRM441 Human Resource Management 2(2+0) MKT102 Principles of Business and Marketing 2(2+0)
MGT175 Intellectual Property Rights 3(3+0) FIN204 Financial Management for IT Profes- 2(2+0)
HU115 Principles of Sociology 3(3+0) sional
HU102 Psychology 3(3+0) MGT452 New Business Ventures 2(2+0)
HU104 English Literature 3(3+0) EE212 Basic Electronics 3(2+1)
FIN100 Principles of Accounting 3(3+0) CS271 Computational Logic 3(3+0)
CS309 Computing and Society 3(3+0) CH101 Applied Chemistry 3(2+1)
MGT164 Introduction to Management 2(2+0) PHY401 Advanced Physics 3(2+1)
HRM240 Organizational Behavior 2(2+0) MATH232 Complex Variables and Transforms 3(3+0)
ECO130 Engineering Economics 2(2+0) OTM455 Engineering Project Management 2(2+0)

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 MS and PhD in Computer Science
The aim of this degree programme is to create well-rounded computer scientists who can fulfil the demand for computer science
researchers, academics, and practitioners in Pakistan. Furthermore, this programme tends to target system-level approach for the
design of computing applications, so only highly-specialised, theoretically-sound, and practically-important courses will be offered.
The main objective of the MSCS degree programme is to give its students a strong background in advanced topics of computer
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science which will then be complimented with specialised postgraduate courses in areas of immense research and commercial
potential. This programme has been designed to produce highly-skilled professionals who would be trained computer science ar-
eas, namely Algorithms and Complexity, Architecture and Organisation, Operating Systems, Intelligent Information Management,
Graphics and Visual Computing, Human-Computer Interaction, Web Technologies, and Software Engineering.

Why join this program?

The Masters of Computer Science programme will provide a theoretical and in-depth perspective of the principles and practice
of emerging and classical software systems with an emphasis on hard core computer science aspects of these systems. The
coursework is structured in a way that will ensure that the students are equally capable of applying their knowledge and skills to
particular specialisation areas such as High Performance Computing, Data Management and Intelligent Software Systems. Based
on their learning and research interactions, MSCS students at Department of Computing get a unique exposure by visiting world-
class research labs, both for short and long-term projects.

Associated Careers
In this programme, highly-specialised, theoretically-sound, and practically-important courses will be offered. Graduates of this
programme can subsequently utilise their knowledge to pursue a PhD, get employment in relevant national and multinational
companies/ industries, become entrepreneurs or research scientists.

MS Coursework Programme Code-613

Semester-I CS-866 Information Visualization 3
Course Code Course Name Credits CS-867 Computer Vision 3
CS-869 Game Design 3
CS-813 Mathematical Methods for Com- 3
puting CS-876 Augmented and Virtual Reality 3
CS-837 Advanced Operating Systems 3 CS-893 Advanced Computer Vision 3
CS-850 Advanced Theory of Computa- 3 CS-897 Advanced Topics in Computing 3
tion Intelligent Information Systems (IIS)
CS-854 Advanced Algorithm Analysis 3 CS-863 Applied Artificial Intelligence 3
CS-871 Machine Learning 3
Elective Courses CS-875 Natural Language Processing 3
Parallel and Distributed Computing (PDC) CS-878 Deep Learning 3
Course Code Course Title Credits CS-879 Advanced Machine Learning 3
CS-821 Distributed Databases 3 CS-890 Advanced Data Science 3
CS-830 Advanced Computer Architecture 3 CS-891 Multi Agent Systems 3
CS-832 Parallel Computing 3 CS-895 Big Data Analytics 3
CS-833 Cloud Computing 3 CS-897 Advanced Topics in Computing 3
CS-834 Scientific Computing 3 Software Design and Management (SDM)
CS-836 Advanced Distributed Computing 3 CS-810 Advanced Requirements Engi- 3
CS-839 Parallel and Distributed Simula- 3 neering
tion CS-811 Component-based Software 3
CS-865 Ubiquitous and Autonomic Com- 3 Engineering
puting CS-812 Object Oriented Analysis & 3
IS-838 Advanced Simulation & Modeling 3 Design
CS-897 Advanced Topics in Computing 3 CS-840 Software Verification 3
Graphics and Visual Computing (GVC) CS-841 Software Quality Engineering 3
CS-861 Advanced Computer Graphics 3 CS-842 Rich Internet Applications 3
CS-862 Advanced Image Processing 3 CS-853 Formal Methods 3
CS-864 Scientific Visualization 3

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 CS-860 Advanced Software Engineering 3 EE-981 Network Switching and Routing 3
CS-869 Model Driven Software Engineer- 3 CS-897 Advanced Topics in Computing 3
ing IS-821 Advanced Network / Web Secu- 3
CS-897 Advanced Topics in Computing 3 rity
Computer & Wireless Networks (C&WN) Research / Thesis

SEECS
IT-877 Advance Computer Networks 3 CS-899 MS Thesis 6
IT-872 Wireless Networks 3 CS-999 PhD Thesis 30
IT-874 Wireless Sensor Networks 3 Additional Courses
IT-875 QOS for Networks 3 RM-898 Research Methodology 2
IS-852 Data Communication Networks & 3 SEM/WKSP- Seminar / Workshop 1
Security 897
CSE-879 Network Performance Analysis 3 SEM/WKSP- Seminar / Workshop 1
997

PhD Course Curriculum

The PhD candidates can take any course of 800/900 level with consultation with their supervisor and GEC. The GEC may specify
additional subjects to be taken by the PhD student, if considered essential. After successful completion of 800/900 level courses
with a minimum CGPA 3.5 out of 4.0, the student take the qualifying examination. The examination is conducted into parts, Part-
A is written comprehensive test and Part-B is Oral examination.
PhD Coursework
PhD candidates can take any of the following courses during their coursework.

Course Code Course Title Credits CS-879 Advanced Machine Learning 3

CS-813 Mathematical Methods for Com- 3 CS-890 Advanced Data Science 3
puting CS-891 Multi Agent Systems 3
CS-837 Advanced Operating Systems 3 CS-895 Big Data Analytics 3
CS-850 Advanced Theory of Computation 3 CS-897 Advanced Topics in Computing 3
CS-854 Advanced Algorithm Analysis 3 CS-810 Advanced Requirements Engineer- 3
CS-821 Distributed Databases 3 ing
CS-830 Advanced Computer Architecture 3 CS-811 Component-based Software Engi- 3
CS-832 Parallel Computing 3 neering
CS-833 Cloud Computing 3 CS-812 Object Oriented Analysis & Design 3
CS-834 Scientific Computing 3 CS-840 Software Verification 3
CS-836 Advanced Distributed Computing 3 CS-841 Software Quality Engineering 3
CS-839 Parallel and Distributed Simulation 3 CS-842 Rich Internet Applications 3
CS-865 Ubiquitous and Autonomic Com- 3 CS-853 Formal Methods 3
puting CS-860 Advanced Software Engineering 3
IS-838 Advanced Simulation & Modeling 3 CS-869 Model Driven Software Engineering 3
CS-897 Advanced Topics in Computing 3 CS-897 Advanced Topics in Computing 3
CS-861 Advanced Computer Graphics 3 IT-877 Advance Computer Networks 3
CS-862 Advanced Image Processing 3 IT-872 Wireless Networks 3
CS-864 Scientific Visualization 3 IT-874 Wireless Sensor Networks 3
CS-866 Information Visualization 3 IT-875 QOS for Networks 3
CS-867 Computer Vision 3 IS-852 Data Communication Networks & 3
CS-869 Game Design 3 Security
CS-876 Augmented and Virtual Reality 3 CSE-879 Network Performance Analysis 3
CS-893 Advanced Computer Vision 3 EE-981 Network Switching and Routing 3
CS-897 Advanced Topics in Computing 3 CS-897 Advanced Topics in Computing 3
CS-863 Applied Artificial Intelligence 3 IS-821 Advanced Network / Web Security 3
CS-871 Machine Learning 3 CS-999 PhD Thesis 30
CS-875 Natural Language Processing 3
CS-878 Deep Learning 3

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 MS and PhD in Information Technology
The MS (IT) degree aims to equip graduates with a range of technical, business and behavioral skills needed for the successful
implementation and management of Information Technology in todays’ business environment. Graduates of the programme take
IT professional positions in industry and organizations, or pursue higher education and research in related disciplines.
SEECS

Why join this program?

The Masters of Information Technology curriculum inculcates advanced knowledge of information and communication technology.
It is an ideal choice for a student who wishes to enhance his/her expertise with specialist IT knowledge. Based on their learning
and research interactions, MSIT students at Department of Computing get a unique exposure by visiting world-class research labs,
both for short and long-term projects.

Associated Careers
The graduates of MSIT programme have gone on to achieve success in both industry and research in Information Technology and
Computing. They attribute their success to the high quality of teaching and emphasis on research activities. The graduates are
working in various national and multinational IT firms as research scientists, managers, business analysts, network system analysts,
and a few of them are successful technology entrepreneurs.

Programme Code-600
MS Coursework
Semester – I
Course Code Course Title Credits
CS-820 Advance Database Concepts 3
CS-812 Object-oriented Analysis & Design 3
EE-981 Network Switching and Routing 3
IT-852 Mathematical Methods of IT 3

Elective Courses
Mobile and Cloud Technologies (MCT)
CS-831 Parallel Computing 3
CS-833 Cloud Computing 3
CS-836 Advance Distributed Computing 3
Ubiquitous and Autonomic
CS-865 3
Computing
Advanced OO Design and
SE-816 3
Implementation
IT-817 Enterprise OO Technologies 3
IT-861 Applied Cloud Computing 3
IT-862 Mobile Application Development 3
CS-897 Advanced Topics in Computing 3
Network Technologies (NWT)
IT-853 Advanced Network Security 3
IT-860 Advanced Data Communication 3
IT-872 Wireless Networks 3
IT-874 Wireless Sensor Networks 3
IT-875 QOS for Networks 3
IT-876 Network Design & Management 3
IT-877 Advance Computer Networks 3
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 Artificial Intelligence & Machine
EE-884 Photonic Networks 3 CS-877 3
Learning
CSE-844 Performance Analysis of Networks 3 CS-880 Information Assurance 3
IT-863 Internet of Things 3 CS-882 Advanced Information Security 3
IT-864 Software Defined Networking 3 CS-881 Computer Security Architecture 3

SEECS
CS-897 Advanced Topics in Computing 3 SE-860 Advanced Software Engineering 3
Database Technologies (DBT) SE-869 Model Driven Software Engineering 3
CS-821 Distributed Databases 3 IS-838 Advanced Simulation & Modeling 3
CS-822 Data Mining 3 Research / Thesis
CS-823 Advanced Topics in Database 3 CS-899 MS Thesis 6
CS-824 Web-based Databases 3 Additional Courses
CS-825 Information Retrieval 3 RM-898 Research Methodology 2
CS-826 Object-Oriented Databases 3 SEM/WKSP-
Seminar / Workshop 1
897
CS-866 Information Visualization 3
CS-871 Machine Learning 3
CS-885 Data Security & Privacy 3
CS-897 Advanced Topics in Computing 3
E-Commerce Technologies (ECT)
IT-800 Strategic Information Management 3
IT-801 E-commerce Engineering 3
Planning and Designing E-commerce
IT-802 3
Projects
CS-803 Internet Marketing 3
CS-804 E-commerce Laws and Regulations 3
CS-842 Rich Internet Applications 3
CS-897 Advanced Topics in Computing 3
Additional Elective Courses
Cryptography and Security
IT-807 3
Mechanisms
IT-815 Graph Theory & Algorithm 3
IT-855 Logical & Formal Methods 3
CS-810 Advanced Requirements Engineering 3
Component-based Software
CS-811 3
Engineering
CS-832 Distributed Computing 3
CS-834 Scientific Computing 3
CS-840 Software Verification 3
Software Testing & Quality
CS-841 3
Engineering
CS-853 Formal Methods 3
CS-861 Advanced Computer Graphics 3
CS-862 Advanced Image Processing 3
CS-864 Scientific Visualization 3
CS-872 Ontology Engineering 3
CS-873 Semantic Web 3

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 PhD Course Curriculum
The PhD candidates can take any course of 800/900 level with consultation with their supervisor and GEC. The GEC may specify
additional subjects to be taken by the PhD student, if considered essential. After successful completion of 800/900 level courses
with a minimum CGPA 3.5 out of 4.0, the student take the qualifying examination. The examination is conducted into parts, Part-
A is written comprehensive test and Part-B is Oral examination.
SEECS

PhD Coursework PhD candidates can take any of the following courses during their coursework.

Course Code Course Title Credits CS-897 Advanced Topics in Computing 3

CS-820 Advance Database Concepts 3 IT-800 Strategic Information Management 3
CS-812 Object-oriented Analysis & Design 3 IT-801 E-commerce Engineering 3
EE-981 Network Switching and Routing 3 Planning and Designing
IT-802 3
E-commerce Projects
IT-852 Mathematical Methods of IT 3 CS-803 Internet Marketing 3
CS-831 Parallel Computing 3 CS-804 E-commerce Laws and Regulations 3
CS-833 Cloud Computing 3 CS-842 Rich Internet Applications 3
CS-836 Advance Distributed Computing 3 CS-897 Advanced Topics in Computing 3
Ubiquitous and Autonomic Cryptography and Security
CS-865 3 IT-807 3
Computing Mechanisms
Advanced OO Design and
SE-816 3 IT-815 Graph Theory & Algorithm 3
Implementation
IT-817 Enterprise OO Technologies 3 IT-855 Logical & Formal Methods 3
IT-861 Applied Cloud Computing 3 Advanced Requirements
CS-810 3
Engineering
IT-862 Mobile Application Development 3 Component-based Software
CS-811 3
Engineering
CS-897 Advanced Topics in Computing 3 CS-832 Distributed Computing 3
IT-853 Advanced Network Security 3 CS-834 Scientific Computing 3
IT-860 Advanced Data Communication 3 CS-840 Software Verification 3
IT-872 Wireless Networks 3 Software Testing & Quality
CS-841 3
Engineering
IT-874 Wireless Sensor Networks 3 CS-853 Formal Methods 3
IT-875 QOS for Networks 3 CS-861 Advanced Computer Graphics 3
IT-876 Network Design & Management 3 CS-862 Advanced Image Processing 3
IT-877 Advance Computer Networks 3 CS-864 Scientific Visualization 3
EE-884 Photonic Networks 3 CS-872 Ontology Engineering 3
CSE-844 Performance Analysis of Networks 3 CS-873 Semantic Web 3
IT-863 Internet of Things 3 Artificial Intelligence & Machine
CS-877 3
Learning
IT-864 Software Defined Networking 3 CS-880 Information Assurance 3
CS-897 Advanced Topics in Computing 3
CS-882 Advanced Information Security 3
CS-821 Distributed Databases 3 CS-881 Computer Security Architecture 3
CS-822 Data Mining 3
SE-860 Advanced Software Engineering 3
CS-823 Advanced Topics in Database 3 SE-869 Model Driven Software Engineering 3
CS-824 Web-based Databases 3
IS-838 Advanced Simulation & Modeling 3
CS-825 Information Retrieval 3 Research / Thesis
CS-826 Object-Oriented Databases 3
CS-999 PhD Thesis 30
CS-866 Information Visualization 3 Additional Courses
CS-871 Machine Learning 3 SEM/WKSP-
Seminar / Workshop 1
997
CS-885 Data Security & Privacy 3

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MS & PhD in Information Security
The Masters in Information Security (MS-IS) programme aims to produce highly-skilled professionals who are trained in three
important areas of information security, namely Network Security, Computer Security, and Data Security. In addition to the
focus on information security management and technical principles, another distinguishing aspect of the MS-IS programme is
the application of information security to research and development in advanced computer and communication systems. The

SEECS
coursework of the MS-IS programme has been designed with a special emphasis on preparing research-ready students that can
undertake significant postgraduate research work, as well as equipping them with practical knowledge needed to pursue a career
in information security engineering.

Why join this program?

Information security is one of the most essential requirements for an information-based economy of the future. Organisations
and people that use and depend on information technology must ensure that their systems are not compromised and exploited
by attackers. This programme will expose the students to the advanced technologies in attacking computer and communication
systems as well as preventing attacks. Students will have a solid foundation to conduct research and development in new security
technologies which will give them a competitive advantage in the industry. It should be noted that this degree is intellectually
challenging and students with a passion for problem solving using mathematics and/or computer programming will find this course
very interesting and rewarding.

Associated Careers
The MS-IS degree can create opportunities for employment as security consultants in major public service sectors, such as
telecommunications and banking, as well as employment within specialist information security research and development
companies (both local and foreign).

MS Coursework Programme Code-630

Core Courses
Course Code Course Title Credits
IS-820 Computer Security 3

IS-821 Network Security 3

IS-842 Advanced Cryptography – I 3

IS-830 Information Security Management 3

IS-899 MS Thesis 6

Elective Courses
Course Code Course Title Credits IS-854 Advanced Web Security 3
Cryptology IS-861 Secure Electronic Commerce 3
IS-843 Advanced Cryptography – II 3 Cellular and Mobile Network
IS-863 3
Security
IS-844 Cryptanalysis 3 IS-859 Information Security Engineering 3
IS-845 Quantum Cryptography 3 Advanced Topics in Systems
IS-893 3
Formal Methods for Information Security
IS-846 3 Information Security Management
Security
IS-891 Advanced Topics in Cryptology 3 Information Security Project
IS-831 3
Management
Systems / Network Security IS-833 IT Security Evaluation & Auditing 3
IS-822 Wireless Network Security 3 Legal Aspects of Information
IS-832 3
Vulnerability Exploitation and Security
IS-825 3 Security Planning and Incident
Defense IS-834 3
Electronic Warfare – Principles and Management
IS-827 3 Security Risk Analysis and
Techniques IS-835 3
Management
IS-851 Secure Communications 3 Auditing Networks, Perimeters and
IS-836 3
Data Communication Networks & Systems
IS-852 3 Security and Privacy of Information
Security IS-837 3
and Information Systems
IS-853 Cloud Computing Security 3 Advanced Topics in Information
IS-894 3
Security Management
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 Digital Forensics and Incident Response IS-826 Cyber Warfare 3
Access Control and Database
IS-823 Computer Forensics 3 IS-856 3
Security
Critical Infrastructure Protection Advanced Topics in Information
IS-839 3 IS-890 3
and Incident Management Security
IS-855 Information Hiding 3 IS-838 Advanced Simulation and Modeling 3
SEECS

IS-870 Network Forensics 3 CE-838 Analysis of Stochastic Systems 3

IS-871 OS & File System Forensics 3 SE-802 Pattern Recognition 3
IS-872 Forensics Incident Response 3 SE-805 Advance Artificial Intelligence 3
Malware Analysis and Reverse
IS-873 3 IS-999 PhD Thesis 30
Engineering
IS-874 Intrusion Detection 3 Additional Courses
Advanced Topics in Digital Forensics
IS-895 3 RM-898 Research Methodology 2
and Incident Response
General SEM/WKSP-
Seminar / Workshop 1
897
IS-810 Secure Coding 3
SEM/WKSP-
IS-824 Biometrics 3 Seminar / Workshop 1
997

PhD Course Curriculum

The PhD candidates can take any course of 800/900 level with consultation with their supervisor and GEC. The GEC may specify
additional subjects to be taken by the PhD student, if considered essential. After successful completion of 800/900 level courses
with a minimum CGPA 3.5 out of 4.0, the student take the qualifying examination. The examination is conducted into parts, Part-
A is written comprehensive test and Part-B is Oral examination.

PhD Coursework
PhD candidates can take any of the following courses
during their course work.
Course Code Course Title Credits Information Security Project
IS-831 3
Information Security Management
IS-830 3 IS-826 Cyber Warfare 3
Management
IS-843 Advanced Cryptography 3 Access Control and Database
IS-856 3
Security
IS-851 Secure Communications 3 IS-855 Information Hiding 3
Data Communication Networks
IS-852 3 IS-854 Advanced Web Security 3
& Security
IS-844 Cryptanalysis 3 IS-853 Cloud Computing Security 3
IS-810 Secure Coding 3 IS-842 Applied Cryptography 3
IS-822 Wireless Network Security 3 EE-852 Information and Coding Theory 3
IS-823 Computer Forensics 3 CE-838 Analysis of Stochastic Systems 3
Vulnerability Exploitation & IS-820 Computer Security 3
IS-825 3
Defense
IT Security Evaluation & IS-821 Network Security 3
IS-833 3
Auditing
IS-824 Biometrics 3

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Department of Electrical Engineering
The Electrical Engineering (EE) Department at SEECS currently offers an undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering with vari-
ous specializations and a strong postgraduate programme leading to PhD in Electrical Engineering. The EE department offers a
broad range of EE courses, both elementary and advanced, spanning the whole gamut of EE disciplines including areas such as
electronics, electrical machines, power engineering, control systems, communication systems and networks.

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The EE department aims to achieve academic and research leadership in its subject areas through its well-designed curriculum
(that emphases conceptual understanding and fosters creativity) coupled with its strong focus on research, innovation, and indus-
try-liaison. The school also strongly emphasizes on imbibing the graduates with strong professional ethics.

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering

Electrical Engineering encompasses a broad spectrum of knowledge areas including electronics (Digital and Analogue), Signal
Processing and Communication Systems, Control Systems and Robotics, Electromagnetics and Electro-optics, Electrical Energy
Generation and Distribution.
The Electrical Engineering department at SEECS prepares the students to become professional electrical engineers who are
proficient in applying the knowledge acquired at school in core electrical engineering disciplines to solve practical engineering
problems.

Why join this program?

In the contemporary world, applications of electronics and electrical engineering are both diverse and pervasive. By joining the
Electrical Engineering programme you take the first step in becoming a member of an elite group of specialists who will always
have a niche area of knowledge which shall never get redundant. The programme is especially prominent for the following reasons:
»» Strong focus on teaching excellence
»» Strong focus on incorporating practical skills in lab work and on fostering research and innovation
»» Increased job opportunities due to greater market acceptance

Associated Careers
Electrical and electronic engineering graduates are in demand in a number of industries-broadcast communications, mobile
communications, optical communications, integrated circuit design, instrumentation, medical engineering, avionics, consumer
electronics and computer networking, to name but a few. Graduates can also pursue research, as PhD students, or join industrial
laboratories.

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 Scheme of Studies Programme Code: S 603
Semester-I Semester-II
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
HU-100 English 2-0 HU-107 Pakistan Studies 2-0
CS-114 Fundamentals of Programming 2-1 MATH-121 Linear Algebra and ODEs 3-0
SEECS

HU-101 Islamic Studies 2-0 ME-109 Engineering Drawing 0-2

MATH-101 Calculus and Analytical Geometry 3-0 HU-109 Communication Skills 2-0
ME-105 Workshop Practice 0-1 *ME-100 Engineering Mechanics 3-0
PHY-102 Applied Physics 2-1 *EE-211 Electrical Network Analysis 3-1
*EE-111 Linear Circuit Analysis 3-1 EGR-100 Engineering Foundation Course Non Credit
Total 14-4 Total 13-3

Semester-III Semester-IV
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
*CS– 212 Object Oriented Programming (OOP) 3-1 EE-215 Electronic Devices and Circuits 3-1
ME-102 Thermodynamics 2-0 EE-241 Electromagnetic Field Theory 3-0
EE–221 Digital Logic Design 3-1 EE-222 Microprocessor Systems 3-1
HU–212 Technical & Business Writing 2-0 MATH-232 Complex Variable and 3-0
Transforms
MATH–243 Vector Calculus 3-0 ECO-130 Engineering Economics 2-0
Total CHs 13-2 Total CHs 14-2
Note: Transfer students will take one additional course EE-111 Linear Circuit Note: Transfer students will take one additional course (EE-211 Electrical Net-
Analysis (3-1) in 3rd Semester work Analysis (3-1) or ME-100 Engineering Mechanics (3-0)) in 4th Semester.
1x left over will be taken in next Summer.
Semester – V Semester – VI
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
EE-383 Instrumentation and Measurements 3-1 EE-351 Communication Systems 3-1

EE-260 Electrical Machines 3-1 EE-371 Linear Control Systems 3-1

EE-313 Electronic Circuit Design 3-1 EE-330 Digital Signal Processing 3-1
EE-232 Signals and Systems 3-1 MATH-351 Numerical Methods 3-0
MATH-361 Probability & Statistics 3-0 EC/EE- XXX Elective-I 3-X

Total 15-4 Total 15-(3+X)

Semester – VII Semester – VIII

Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
OTM-455 Engineering Project Management 2-0 HU-222 Professional Ethics 2-0
EE-498 Senior Design Project-I 0-2 MGT-271 Entrepreneurship 2-0
EC/EE-XXX Elective-II (Tfr from sem VI) 3-X XX-XXX University Elective 3-X
EC/EE-XXX Elective-III 3-X EC/EE-XXX Elective-V 3-X

EC/EE-XXX Elective-IV 3-X EE-499 Senior Design Project-II 0-4

EE-XXX
Elective-IV 3-X Total CHs 10-(4+X)
CS-XXX
105+24+X
Total 11-(2+X) Grand Total
(129+X)

Elective Courses
At the end of first year, the sequence of elective courses for different streams may be announced. The students may choose one of the of-
fered streams. The finalized streams will be decided by the department depending upon the number of students in each stream.

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Elective Courses for BE in Electrical Engineering (BEE)
Course Code Course Title Credits EE-384 Digital Instrumentation 3-1
CE-185 Basic Civil Engineering 3-1 EE-385 Industrial Electronics 3-1
CS-220 Database Systems 3-1 EE-411 CMOS Analog Circuits Design 3-0

SEECS
CS-251 Design & Analysis of Algorithms 3-0 EE-412 VLSI Circuit Design 3-0
CS-435 Parallel & Distributed Processing 3-1 EE-414 Digital Electronics 3-1
CS-470 Machine Learning 3-0 EE-415 Opto-Electronics 3-1
CS-474 Computer Vision 2-1 EE-421 Digital System Design 3-1
CS-475 Computer Vision 3-0 EE-423 Embedded System Design 3-1
EE-316 Operational Amplifier Applications 3-1 EE-428 Industrial Process Control 3-1
EE-317 Integrated Circuits 3-0 EE-441 Microwave ICs Design 3-0
EE-318 Solid State Electronics 3-0 EE-442 Microwave Devices 3-1
EE-332 Linear Systems and Signal Process- 3-0 EE-443 Electromagnetic Compatibility 3-0
ing EE-463 Fundamentals of High Voltage 3-0
EE-333 Digital Image Processing 3-0 Engineering
EE-341 Transmission Lines, Antennas and 3-1 EE-464 Power Systems Protection 3-0
Wave Propagation EE-465 Power Economics and Manage- 3-0
EE-342 Microwave Engineering 3-1 ment
EE-343 Transmission Lines, Waveguides 3-1 EE-466 Advanced Electrical Machines 3-1
EE-344 Wave Propagation and Antennas 3-1 EE-472 Industrial Control and Automation 3-0
EE-356 Wireless Communication 3-0 EE-474 Advanced Control Systems 3-0
EE-357 Computer and Communication 3-1 EE-475 Power System Operation and 3-0
Networks Control
EE-361 Analysis and Design of Electric 3-0 EE-476 System Identification 3-0
Machines EE-481 Robotics-II 3-0
EE-363 Power Transmission 3-0 EE-482 Electric Drives 3-0
EE-364 Power Distribution and Utilization 3-0 EE-491 Radar Systems 3-1
EE-365 Renewable Energy Systems 3-0 EE-493 Applied Control & Navigation 3-0
EE-366 Power Engineering 3-0 Systems
EE-367 Electrical Power Transmission & 3-1 EE-497 Power Engineering Lab 0-1
Distribution SE-200 Software Engineering 3-0
EE-368 Power Electronics 3-1 CS-330 Operating Systems 3-1
EE-369 Power Electronics 3-0 EE-321 Computer Architecture & Organisa- 3-1
EE-372 Digital Control Systems 3-1 tion
EE-374 Optimal Control 3-0 EE-444 Antenna Design 3-0
EE-375 Introduction to Adaptive Control 3-1 EE-451 Mobile Communication Systems 3-0
EE-376 Stochastic Control 3-1 EE-452 Satellite Communication Systems 3-0
EE-377 Multivariable Control 3-1 EE-455 Optical Fibre Communication 3-0
EE-378 Introduction to Non-linear Control 3-0 EE-458 Broadband Technologies 3-0
EE-381 Robotics-I 3-1 EE-461 Power System Analysis and Design 3-0

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 MS and PhD in Electrical Engineering
This programme aims to produce highly-skilled professionals focused on productive research and development in the vast domain
of electrical and electronics engineering. The postgraduate programme in electrical engineering allows motivated researchers
to expand their knowledge base and acquire new skills in analysis and problem solving, creating challenging opportunities for
a rewarding research career. The programme has been devised keeping in view the latest market demands and it encompasses
SEECS

a broad area covering advanced digital and analogue electronics, communication, signal processing, multimedia and computer
vision, advanced controls of robotics and microelectronics / nanoelectronics. Currently, five areas of specialisation are being
offered at the department. These include Digital Signal Processing, Telecommunication & Computer Networks, Power Electronics
& Controls, RF & Microwaves and Electronic Material & Devices. The number of elective courses will be offered during the second
and third semesters, depending upon the students’ interest and availability of specialist faculty.

Why join this program?

By joining the Electrical Engineering programme you become part of a dynamic research community that is actively pursuing
solutions for important contemporary problems in a variety of research areas. The postgraduate programme at the EE department
of SEECS is especially prominent for the following reasons:
»» Vibrant research community that encourages and expects excellence
»» Increased options for graduates to participate/ engage in diverse research areas as active members of various SEECS research
groups
»» Frequent seminars/workshops on various research topics
»» Opportunities for research commercialisation and expert entrepreneurial mentoring

Associated Careers
Electrical Engineers contribute to the development of a wide range of technologies. They design, develop, test and supervise the
deployment of electrical systems and electric devices. They may work on design of sub-micron Digital and Analogue Integrated
Circuits, DSP and Computer Vision Algorithms, Telecommunication Systems, the operation of electric power stations or the electrical
control of industrial machinery. Students can subsequently utilise their knowledge to either pursue an advanced research degree
or seek employment in technology companies, both local and foreign.

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Masters of Science in Electrical Engineering (Digital Signal Processing)

Semester – I Semester – II
Course Course
Course Title Credits Course Title Credits
Code Code
EE-891 Stochastic Systems 3 XX-XXX Elective - I 3

SEECS
EE-831 Advanced Digital Signal Processing 3 XX-XXX Elective - II 3
EE-823 Advanced Digital System Design 3 XX-XXX Elective – III 3
Total 09 Total 09

Semester III Semester – IV

Course Course
Course Title Credits Course Title Credits
Code Code
XX-XXX Elective – IV 3 EE-899 MS Thesis 06
XX-XXX Elective – V 3
Total 06 Total 06

Elective Courses
Course
Course Title Credits EE-832 Pattern Recognition 3
Code
EE-839 Adaptive Filters 3 EE-931 DSP Software System Design 3
EE-822 ASIC Design Methodology 3 EE-826 Advanced VLSI Design 3
EE-821 Advanced Embedded System Design 3 EE-921 System on Chip Architecture 3
EE-897 Detection and Estimation 3 EE-920 System Validation 3
EE-932 Speech Processing 3 CSE-811 Advanced Computer Architecture 3
EE-835 Multirate Systems and Filter banks 3 EE-833 DSP Hardware System Design 3
Advanced Topics in Computer Vision EE-834 Applied Signal Processing 3
EE-837 3
and Image Processing
EE-836 Advanced Digital Image Processing 3
CS-867 Computer Vision 3

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 Masters of Science in Electrical Engineering (Telecommunication & Computer Networks)

Semester – I Semester – II
Course Course
Course Title Credits Course Title Credits
Code Code
EE-891 Stochastic Systems 3-0 EE-852 Information Computer Networks 3-0
SEECS

Advanced Digital Communication

EE-851 3-0 XX-XXX Elective - I 3-0
Systems
CSE-820 Advanced Computer Networks 3-0 XX-XXX Elective – II 3-0
Total 09 Total 09

Semester III Semester – IV

Course Course
Course Title Credits Course Title Credits
Code Code
XX-XXX Elective – III 3-0 EE-899 MS Thesis 06
XX-XXX Elective – IV 3-0
Total 06 Total 06

Elective Courses
Course
Course Title Credits
Code
EE-887 Network Switching and Routing 3
CSE-879 Network Performance Analysis 3
EE-886 Advanced Wireless Networks 3
EE-883 Wireless Sensors and Mesh Networks 3
EE-884 Photonic Networks 3
EE-882 Cognitive Radio Networks 3
EE-854 Optical Communication Systems 3
EE-853 Advanced Wireless Communication 3
EE-950 Advanced Data Communication Systems 3
EE-897 Detection and Estimation 3
EE-855 Error Control Coding 3
tt
Masters of Science in Electrical Engineering (Control Systems)
Semester – I Semester – II
Course Course
Course Title Credits Course Title Credits
Code Code
EE-891 Stochastic Systems 3 XX-XXX Elective – II 3
EE-871 Linear Control Systems 3 XX-XXX Elective – III 3
XX-XXX Elective - I 3 XX-XXX Elective – IV 3
Total 09 Total 09

Semester III Semester – IV

Course Course
Course Title Credits Course Title Credits
Code Code
XX-XXX Elective – V 3 EE-899 MS Thesis 06
XX-XXX Elective – VI 3
Total 06 Total 06

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Elective Courses
Course
Course Title Credits
Code
EE-905 Advanced Power Electronics 3
EE-901 Power Electronics and Electric Drives 3

SEECS
EE-862 Power System Operation and Control 3
EE-863 Power Systems Analysis 3
EE-864 Advanced Machines 3
EE-865 Power Generation Operation and Control 3
EE-861 Alternating Current Electrical Machines and Drives
EE-872 Optimal Control 3
EE-875 Discrete Time Control Systems 3
EE-878 System Identification 3
EE-879 Robust Control 3
EE-975 Robust & Multivariable Control Systems 3
EE-976 Optimal & Multivariable Control Systems 3
EE-977 Nonlinear Control Systems 3

Masters of Science in Electrical Engineering (RF & Microwave)

Semester – I Semester – II
Course Course
Course Title Credits Course Title Credits
Code Code
EE-841 Electromagnetic Theory 3 EE-844 Antennas and Wave Propagation 3
Microwave Transmission Lines and
EE-843 3 EE-947 Microwave Devices and Systems 3
Waveguides
Microwave Network & Passive
EE-847 3 XX-XXX Elective – I 3
Components
Total 09 Total 09

Semester – III Semester – IV

Course Course
Course Title Credits Course Title Credits
Code Code
XX-XXX Elective – II 3 EE-899 MS Thesis 06
XX-XXX Elective – III 3
Total 06 Total 06

Elective Courses
Course
Course Title Credits
Code
EE-842 Microwave Communication System Design 3
EE-831 Advanced Digital Signal Processing 3
EE-851 Advanced Digital Communication Systems 3

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 MS Innovative Technologies in Learning
This newly started graduate programme will provide a design
space for mixing and matching of diverse disciplines and re-
search areas thus creating disruptive technologies at the in- cal software industry is swiftly moving towards design of mo-
novative edge of psychology, information technology, graphic bile educational applications and games. Currently, there is no
design, storytelling and drama. pedagogical grounding which can provide a framework for de-
SEECS

It will provide a practical forum to look beyond the obvious, to signing interactive applications. The proposed MS programme
ask questions not yet asked and to provide innovative solutions will enable our graduates to take advantage of the billion dollar
that could dramatically improve the way people learn - not only emerging industry dealing with edutainment.
for those who go to a school but also those who cannot attend
a conventional school. Objectives
Educational innovation, driven by a need for continuing edu- • To develop entrepreneurial innovations in educational prac-
cation in the labor force, is transforming the global industrial tice.
landscape. Moreover, this need has also put a lot of stress on • To evaluate technology’s impact on learning and develop-
producing dynamic and diverse educational entrepreneurs as ment.
well as researchers who can steer the next revolution in educa- • To excel in designing interactive media content and learning
tion. This is the first programme in Pakistan that will address applications.
the deficiency of such individuals and aim to create graduates
with the ability to “Learn, Think, Apply, Innovate and Educate”.
Associated Careers
The objectives of proposed MS in ITL are to develop entrepre-
Why join this program? neurial innovations in educational practice, to evaluate tech-
We have about 5 million adults in Punjab who go to high school, nology’s impact on learning and development and to excel in
but there are more than 8 million adults who dropout before designing interactive media content and learning applications.
entering high school. This inequality is becoming more pro- The graduates of this MS programme will be suitable and sought
nounced as times passes. Inequality in education, in opportuni- after in the following industry:
ties and in financial status of families is linked to disturbing indi- • Interactive text book design
cators in a society. This is like a time bomb which is ticking not • Schools
only for the poor but also for the neighboring rich. The planners • Games and interactive media
have never thought that the poor will never be able to send • Online education companies
their children to high school - the school should reach out to • Instructional designer, online training
their children (at different times) whenever they needed it. Not • Animation development, children’s and adults educational
only the school should reach out, it should provide free text- television network
books, the required stationery, and more importantly a person- • Educational start-ups
alized pedagogy for each learner; fast learners can move swiftly • War games design and development
while slow learners are provided additional tools to support
their learning. Moreover, we should not forget that the school
should only deliver the content needed by the children. The lo-

MS Coursework Programme Code-614

Semester-I Semester-III
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
Learning Through Pedagogy and ITE-899 MS Thesis 6
ITE-801 3
Technology
ITE-802 Universal Design for Learning 3
Elective Courses
ITE-812 Design of Learning Interfaces 3
Course Code Course Title Credits
Psychology of Learning and
PSY-811 3 Pedagogy of the Oppressed: Critical
Cognition ITE-803 3
Thinking
ITE-813 Design of Games for Learning 3
Semester-II
Innovative Entrepreneurship in
Course Code Course Title Credits ITE-821 3
Education
ITE-811 Role of Technology in Education 3 Advanced Topics in Education
ITE-831 3
XX-XXX Elective-I 3 (Seminar Course)
Navigating Pakistan’s Educational
XX-XXX Elective-II 3 ITE-832 3
Landscape
XX-XXX Elective-III 3
CS-822 Data Mining 3
RM-898 Research Methodology 2
CS-861 Advanced Computer Graphics 3

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Funded Projects
Investigating the Impact of Game Based Development (DFID) of the United Kingdom, announced this
open call for full proposals on Digital Learning for Development
Learning Using Tablets in learning Math- (DL4D).
ematics for Primary School Students.

SEECS
Funding
The study is mainly focused on children belonging to Out-of- Total Funding Received: PKR. 4,121,552.21.
School Children Schools in Islamabad that cater to the needs of
street kids and those who have missed out their years of admit-
ting into regular mainstream school. The aims and objectives of The Game Developed for Intervention
this research are: Measure Land – A fun way to learn measurements
The game “Measure land” is a learning game developed for
• To create a knowledge base and stimulate debate at na- grade 1 to grade 5 students with a concept of self-paced fast
tional and international level. track or “speed literacy” learning, in and out of schools using
• To address the issues of equity, quality and efficiency at pri- low cost tablets technology. This game covers learning out-
mary education level using game-based learning delivered comes of the topic of “Measurements” from the National Cur-
through tablets technology. riculum. Through guided narration and bilingual instructions,
• To demonstrate interactive, individualized and customized students are explained the concepts of measurements and are
learning for each learner of both the genders belonging to involved in a series of interactive activities based on Bloom’
various socio-economic backgrounds. Taxonomy to master the content. Positive reinforcement is pro-
vided throughout in the form of constructive feedback and re-
The research seeks to evaluate the effectiveness of a game- wards. At the end of each level, students are shown the ‘brain
based tablet application on the topic of Primary School Math- Power’ achieved which further encourages young learners to
ematics, with focus on measurements, when compared with learn Mathematics with more enthusiasm. Through this game,
traditional classroom instructional system. The study is utiliz- students acquire skills to develop deep strategies of learning
ing a quasi-experimental approach, where an experiment and a Mathematics and apply learning in real world scenarios, thus
control group comprised of Grade-I Math students are studied resulting in becoming more informed, analytical and confident
to determine differences in their engagement and motivation learners.
levels.
Prominent Features:
This research would provide a better appreciation of the po- • Supports Android 4.0 and above
tential impact of digital game-based learning for school-aged • Self paced fast track learning from Grade 1 to Grade 5 on
learners, while emphasizing a number of research questions as the topic of Measurements
below: • Learning outcomes mapped to the National Curriculum of
• Does Game-based learning using tablet result in increased Mathematics.
engagement, motivation and academic achievement and • Step by step bilingual instructions (English and Urdu) to en-
better learning beliefs for primary school students of dif- hance students understanding of the concepts.
ferent genders and socio-economic background in learning • Interactive activities for students’ cognitive development.
mathematics? • Caters to the needs of auditory, visual and kinaesthetic
• To what extent is it possible to practice self based learn- learners
ing in mathematics through a tablet based app without the • Embedded Assessments, rewards and feedback
need of an instructor for the student? • Easy game mechanics
• Do teachers find game based learning using tablets an ac- • Vibrant graphics based on every day themes and scenarios
ceptable treatment for use in the classroom compared to to support meaningful learning.
traditional techniques for learning mathematics?
Research Labs
Media lab started in 2014. Purpose of this lab to help prepare
Principal Investigators outstanding educators, scholars, researchers, and professionals
muddassir. who can transform society by raising awareness through effec-
Principal Dr Muddassir
SEECS malik@seecs. tive use of technology, analysis and development of educational
Investigator 1 Malik
edu.pk policy, leadership and social inclusion.Key Research Areas in this
farzana.
Principal lab are educational games and application.
Farzana Ahmad SEECS ahmad@
Investigator 2
seecs.edu.pk
salma.
Principal
Dr Salma Siddiqui S3H siddiqui@s3h.
Investigator 3
edu.pk
Funding Agency
The Foundation for Information Technology Education and De-
velopment (FIT-ED) of the Philippines, as part of the Informa-
tion Networks in Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa (INASSA) program
funded jointly by the International Development Research
Centre (IDRC) of Canada and the Department for International

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 Events
A Symposium on ICT in Education was held as part of the the Shamyl Bin Mansoor the CTO Learn-o-Bots and Ms Manzil-e-
15th HONET-ICT International Conference on 9th October 2018, Maqsood, Assistant Professor SEECS. The speakers talked about
at the School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences their contributions and experiences of non-formal STEM educa-
(SEECS), National University of Science and Technology (NUST) tion in Pakistan.
Islamabad. The speakers of the symposium talked about ‘STEM The symposium was very well received by the guests, dignitar-
SEECS

Education in Pakistan’. ies, speakers, educators and students alike. There was a general
The Symposium was chaired by NUST the Pro-Rector Academ- consent on the need for revamping the way STEM subjects are
ics Dr Asif Raza, Principal SEECS Dr S. M. Hasan Zaidi, HoD De- taught in schools and universities in Pakistan, and to include a
partment of Innovative Technologies in Learning, Dr Muddassir more collaborative, constructionist approach to teaching sci-
Malik. ence, technology and mathematics where students take owner-
Ms Nishat Riaz, Director Education British Council Pakistan de- ship of their own learning, become critical thinkers, and take
livered her keynote address, wherein she emphasized on the a creative, innovative approach to addressing their local prob-
significance of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math- lems. The speakers and audience were also were of the opinion
ematics (STEM) education in schools and universities for sus- that STEM needs to take a center stage in our education system
tainable development in Pakistan. She also highlighted the im- so that graduating students can create more jobs, and rely of
portance of STEM education for women especially in Pakistan ‘making’ instead of consumerism.
for inclusive growth. Other speakers included; Ms Nida Athar
CEO of STEM School and Pakistan Innovation Foundation, Mr

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Research Institute for
Microwave and Millimeter-

SEECS
Wave Studies (RIMMS),
Islamabad

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 Research Institute for Microwave and Millimeter-Wave Studies
(RIMMS), Islamabad
RIMMS

About the Institute

The Research Institute for Microwave and Millimeter-Wave Studies (RIMMS) is a unique postgraduate institute at NUST, offering
MS and PhD in Electrical Engineering with special focus on RF and Microwave domain since 2010. The institute works closely with
industrial partners on joint R&D and consultancy projects, providing students practical experience during their studies. With an
aim to become a Center of Excellence for research and consultancy in the RF and Microwave domain, this institute holds state-of-
the-art microwave measurement capabilities such as Anechoic Chamber for antenna testing, EMC/EMI Lab for electromagnetic
compatibility and immunity measurements and microwave lab for passive and active components testing.

Vision: To achieve national prominence and international recognition in the field of RF and Microwave. This is envisaged
through a prolific team of faculty members, a strong research oriented graduate programme, well equipped laboratory facilities
and strong industrial collaboration.

Mission: To become a Center of Excellence for teaching, research and consultancy in the RF and Microwave domain.

Academics
RIMMS has been offering MS and PhD programme focused on RF & Microwave since 2010 and is well known for its high quality
teaching standards. The course work broadly covers electromagnetics, passive and active microwave components, antenna design
and EMC/EMI. The theoretical knowledge is supported by simulations in latest 3-D electromagnetic software such as CST Micro-
wave Studio as well as hands-on experience using state-of-the-art measurement equipment in the associated laboratories.

Research Environment
RIMMS offers a conducive environment for conducting top level research to its students. This includes research related to latest
technologies such as antennas for LTE and 5G communications, inkjet printed antennas and sensors, on-chip antennas, MIMO an-
tennas, MEMS based antennas etc. In addition, applied research projects from public sector R&D organizations also become topic
of MS theses. A prolific team of faculty members guide the students throughout their research work. These research facilities and
active collaborations drive students and researchers to work on problems of national and international significance.

Faculty Profile
Engr Shahid Niaz, Principal Dr Nosherwan Shoaib
MS (Nanjing University of Science & Tech), China PhD (Politecnico Di Torino), Italy
Discipline: Electrical Engineering Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Digital Signal Processing Specialization: RF and Microwave

Dr Hammad Mehmood Cheema, Head of Department Dr Fahimullah Khan

PhD (Eindhoven University of Technology), The Netherlands PhD (Griffith University), Australia
Discipline: Electrical Engineering Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Analog and RF Integrated Circuit Design Specialization: MEMS, Microsystems

Dr Farooq Ahmad Tahir Engr Ahsan Azhar

PhD (University of Toulouse), France MS (University of Gavle), Sweden
Discipline: Electrical Engineering Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Specialization: Microwave, Electromagnetism and Optoelec- Specialization: RF Measurement Systems
tronics
Engr Maira Islam
Dr M. Umar Khan MS (NUST), Pakistan
PhD (KFUPM), Saudi Arabia Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Discipline: Electrical Engineering Specialization: RF and Microwave
Specialization: Applied Electromagnetics

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National and International Linkages
Academic Linkages

RIMMS
RIMMS takes pride for its national and international academic linkages that have resulted in joint journal and conference publica-
tions, exchange visits and joint seminars/workshops. Some of the current foreign collaborators include King Abdullah University of
Science & Technology (KAUST), Masdar Institute, UAE University, Fredrick University Cyprus, University of Saskatchewan and Mac-
quarie University. In addition, RIMMS is actively engaged in joint research with ITU, UET Taxila, SCME-NUST and CIIT in Pakistan.
This includes joint MS and PhD theses for graduate students providing fruitful learning experience.

Industry Linkages
One of the cornerstone of RIMMS vision is to forge strong and long lasting collaborations with our industry partners. These part-
ners provide valuable input for our graduate programme so that it addresses the current industry requirements. Furthermore,
RIMMS provides testing and consultancy services to the industry partners. Graduate students are involved in the practical hands-
on industrial tasks in the research labs which helps them immensely in their careers after graduation.

Lab Facilities

Anechoic Chamber
This facility is used to characterize antennas in the frequency
range from 0.8GHz to 40GHz. The anechoic chamber is equipped
with the near-field planner scanner, and far-field tower to mea-
sure the radiation pattern of a given antenna under test (AUT).
The measurement software has the capability to transform the
near-field data to far-field data for plotting antenna radiation
patterns in 3D. In addition, antenna arrays, RCS measurements
of RFID tags and other applications where isolated environment
is required can be supported by the anechoic chamber.

EMC/EMI Lab
This lab aims at imparting EMC/EMI knowledge to students and
researchers both from NUST and other universities and organi-
zations. In addition, the facility is utilized to provide EMC/EMI
pre-compliance testing of commercial products. Presently, the
lab has the capability to perform testing as per European stan-
dards including Conducted Emissions, Radiated Emission, Radi-
ated Immunity, Harmonic and Flicker, Electrostatic Discharge
and Surge, Burst and Power Fail test.

Microwave Research Lab

The Microwave Research Lab houses the equipment required
for impedance, s-parameter and spectrum measurements both Fact file
for passive components such as antennas and active compo-
nents such as power amplifiers and low noise amplifiers.
• RF & Microwave MS & PhD programme since 2010.
• Specialized equipment and lab facilities.
• More than 40 students have already graduated.
• High publishing rate in journals and conferences.
• High recruitment rate in academia and industry as
well as PhD opportunities abroad.
• Active industrial collaborations.

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 RIMMS Alumni
RIMMS

“I am Saleem Shahid and I joined RIMMS as MS Student in September 2011. It was a

wonderful experience as a student to work with highly talented faculty and using state-of-
the-art testing and measurement facilities like Network Analyzer, Anechoic Chamber and
EMC/EMI Chamber. RIMMS is a place full of opportunities, I got chance to work on antenna
measurement project of King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), Saudi
Arabia. RIMMS inside NUST is truly a place of defining futures.”

SALEEM SHAHID

“I am Sana Ahmed and I joined RIMMS as MS student in 2013. Joining RIMMS, NUST as a
postgraduate student was one of the best decisions of my life. This institute is committed
to research at high standards. I indeed believe studying here has made me a better person,
broadened my horizon and helped me to expand my skills and learning. The highly qualified
faculty, the resources and the learning environment established at RIMMS set me up very well
for the job I have now and gave me all the tools to boost my professional and research career.
The things I admire the most is the support received from everyone at the institute and life-
long connections made here. The time spent here has left remarkable inscriptions on me and
is truly unforgettable.”
SANA AHMED

“I am Saba Fatima and I joined RIMMS in 2012. I choose to learn from the best. My two years
in the Master’s programme at the RIMMS institute were among the best years of my life.
The progressive structure of this department led to my increased confidence as an Electrical
Engineer. It combined both of my passions: engineering and education. The balance between
theoretical and practical teaching was enough to gain the essential knowledge. The faculty is
excellent- they are enthusiastic and care about their students and the research requirements
according to latest technology. Currently, I am working as a Senior RF/ MW Design Engineer
at an R&D firm and am using the theoretical and technical knowledge gained during the
educational experience at NUST. There have been several eureka moments that I will cherish
throughout my life. It offered me a first-class education; the space to grow as an individual,
to try new things and to meet new and interesting people. There was encouragement coming
from all sides and that can never be underestimated in contributing to a successful RF & MW
Engineer. I gained much more from the degree than I anticipated and I am proud to say that
I’m a NUST graduate.

SABA FATIMA

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Postgraduate and Doctoral Programme at RIMMS
The Electrical Engineering postgraduate programme at RIMMS provides students, an opportunity to expand their knowledge and
acquire skills in analysis, design, fabrication and measurements related to RF & Microwave components and systems.

RIMMS
Why join this program
By joining the postgraduate programme you become a part of a dynamic research community that is actively engaged in the fields
of microwaves, applied electromagnetics, analog and RF integrated circuit design, antenna design and MEMS microsystems. The
postgraduate programme at RIMMS is especially prominent for the following reasons:

»» Research environment that encourages excellence.

»» State-of-the-art design software, laboratories and equipment.
»» Training of students to develop end-to-end microwave systems.
»» Participation in industry funded projects and consultancies.
»» High job prospects after graduation.

MS Electrical Engineering (Evening):

Specialization: RF and Microwave
RIMMS takes two intakes per year, one in the Fall semester and second in the Spring semester. The duration of Master’s program
is two years out of which 1st year is focused on completing the course work and the 2nd year is dedicated to the research thesis
along with a research methodology course. MS students are required to take at least 3 core courses out of the pool of core courses.
In addition to the core courses, an MS Student must complete 5 elective courses relevant to the specialized stream. Among these
electives, two courses may be taken from other engineering and basic sciences disciplines of NUST Schools / Institutes / Colleges
with prior approval.

Scheme of Studies
Semester-I Semester-II
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
EE-849 Electromagnetic Field Analysis 3 XX-XXX Elective-II 3
(Core-I) XX-XXX Elective-III 3
EE-847 Microwave Networks & Passive 3 XX-XXX Elective-IV 3
Components (Core-II)
XX-XXX Elective-V 3
XX-XXX Core-III 3
XX-XXX Elective-II 3 Total 12

Total 12

Semester-III Semester-IV
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
RM-898 Research Methodology* 2 EE-899 MS Thesis 3
XX-XXX MS Thesis 6
Total 8 Total 6

*This is a Pass/Fail Course that does not count towards the CGPA calculation. It can be taken in any of the three semesters and a
Pass grade is required.

List of Core Courses (Minimum one to be Taken)

Course Code Course Title Credits
EE 823 Advanced Digital System Design 3
EE 826 Advanced VLSI Design 3
EE 831 Advanced Digital Signal Processing 3
EE 851 Advanced Digital Communication Systems 3

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 List of Elective Courses (Minimum five to be Taken)
Course Code Course Title Credits
EE 840 RF MEMS: Theory and Applications 3
EE 841 Electromagnetic Theory 3
RIMMS

EE 842 Microwave Communication System Design 3

EE 843 Microwave Transmission Lines & Waveguides 3
EE 844 Antennas & Wave Propagation 3
EE 845 EMC/EMI 3
EE 846 Microwave Photonics 3
EE 848 Radiating Systems & Antennas 3
EE 940 Advanced RF Measurements 3
EE 941 RF Transceiver Design 3
EE 942 Microwave Integrated Circuit Design 3
EE 943 Microwave Devices I 3
EE 944 Microwave Devices II 3
EE 945 Computational Electromagnetics 3
EE 946 Advanced Antenna Theory and Design 3
EE 947 Microwave Devices & Systems 3
EE 948 Advance Electromagnetic Fields 3
EE 949 Selected Topics in Microwave Engineering 3
EE 809 Analog Integrated Circuit Design 3
EE 951 Radar Systems 3

PhD Electrical Engineering (RF & Microwave)

PhD candidates have to complete minimum of 18 credits of 800/900 level courses or equivalent. These 18 credit hours are in
ad¬dition to the pre-requisites specified by the PhD Evaluation Acceptance Committee (PEAC). Minimum GPA of 3.5/4.0 is required
in the course work. After the successful completion of course work, the student can take the qualifying examination consisting of
Part-A (Written Comprehensive Examination) and Part-B (Oral Examination). In addition to the coursework, all doctoral students
must register for at least 30 credits of doctoral research. PhD candidates may take any of the courses mentioned above or other
graduate courses relevant to their area of research.

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School of Chemical and
Materials Engineering
(SCME), Islamabad
 School of Chemical and Materials Engineering
School of Chemical and Materials Engineering (SCME) commenced its programmes in 2006, and currently offering undergraduate
and postgraduate degree programmes in the twin disciplines of Chemical Engineering and Materials Engineering. In line with the
futuristic vision of NUST imparting quality education, maiden undergraduate programmes in the fields of Chemical and Materials
Engineering were launched in the year 2008. In 2016 the curriculum of Materials Engineering for undergraduate programme was
SCME

revised and the degree title has been changed from ‘Materials Engineering’ to ‘Metallurgy and Materials Engineering’, keeping in
view the national and international demand for quality engineering. Presently, the school has 535 students of which more than
176 are pursuing degrees at the MS and PhD levels.
The mission of SCME is to provide students with a broad and through understanding in engineering fundamentals, applications,
and design that prepares them to practice engineering at the professional level with confidence and skills necessary to meet the
technical and social challenges of the future. Graduate will attain the skills for entry level engineering portions leading to their
development into advanced engineering professionals inculcating innovative thinking and entrepreneurship.
The School enjoys reciprocal ties with universities in Europe, China and the ASEAN countries, and continues to forge stronger
links with the academia and research communities across the world. In this regard, an MoU has been signed with China (Tsinghua
University), Korea (Chungnam National University), Turkey (Marmara University), INPT Toulouse, France, a leading university in
the field of Simulation and Modeling of Fluid Dynamics. Our Materials Engineering Department is also collaborating in terms of
students and teachers’ exchange with Institute of Materials (IMN) Nantes University, France. Several significant industrial projects
are at hand, involving private and strategic partners. This is envisioned to provide a framework for present and future collaboration
between academia and the industry and to make an important contribution towards revitalizing the industry’s capability. It is due
to this conviction that university-industry linkage is being forged at SCME in line with prevalent higher education policy.
SCME has a strong tradition of holding seminars and talks on contemporary topics of interest; both in the specific fields of study
pursued at the School and areas of wider significance. Internationally recognized faculty involved in cutting-edge contemporary
research together with well-equipped, state-of-the-art labs and learning resources provide an ideal setting for professional
growth. We encourage, support and celebrate exceptional approaches to teaching that excite and inspire engineering students in
a supportive and challenging environment.

Research and Development

SCME has attracted world-class faculty due to its conductive research environment, including graduates from the world’s leading
institutions like Oxford, Manchester, NTNU (Norway), Kyoto University of Japan, Waterloo University of Canada, and many others.
Internationally recognized faculty, coupled with well-equipped state-of-the-art labs and learning resources, provide an ideal setting
for professional growth. As a result, the faculty has been receiving attractive research grants and support awards both from local
and foreign sponsors. Students are fully supported and financed for initiatives in research activities. It provides opportunity of
foreign research experience / research scholars’ interaction with students through split research programmes and faculty-invited
programmes.

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Laboratories and Infrastructure Research Facilities in SCME
Atomic Force Microscope (AFM)
BET Surface Area and Porosity Analyzer
Chemical Engineering Laboratories
Bomb Calorimeter
Chemical reaction engineering lab
Fourier Transform Infrared Spectrometer (FTIR)
Fluid mechanics lab
Gas Chromatograph-Mass Spectrometer (GC-MS)
Fuel and combustion lab

SCME
Gel Permeation Chromatograph (GPC)
Instrumentation and process control lab
High Performance Liquid Chromatograph (HPLC)
Organic & Inorganic chemistry lab
Micro Calorimeter Particle Size Analyzer
Particulate technology lab
Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM)
Physical chemistry lab
Thermal Gravimetric / Diferential Thermal Analyzer (TG/DTA)
Polymer lab
X-Ray Diffraction (XRD)
Simulation lab
X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF)
Thermodynamics lab
Electrochemical Workstation
Heat transfer lab
Polarized Optical Microscope
Mass transfer lab
Liquid and Solid Sublimation Devices
Simultaneous heat and mass transfer Lab
Potentiostat GAMRY
Membrane Technology Lab
Micro-Hardness Tester
Differential Scanning Calorimeter (DSC)
Materials Engineering Laboratories 3-D Printer
Corrosion lab Rheometer
Heat treatment lab Thermal transport lab
Chemical Sensor lab Gas Permeation Rig
Mechanical testing lab UV Vis Spectroscopy
Microscopy lab Non Destructive Testing lab
Welding and Joining lab Contact Angle Measurement
Nano synthesis lab
Sample preparation lab XRD lab
Scanning electron microscopy lab XRF lab
Surface engineering lab AFM lab

Patents
SCME in its short existence has been credited with the acceptance of thirteen patents (SI No 140915, 104916, 104917,
139821, EP2006005834, W02006/136345 A1, EP09012588, US2010/0264368 A1, US2011/0109855 A1, US20110240917 A1;
US 2011/0240920, US 2013/0344577 A1, WO 2012175214) in the area of Liquid crystals molecules comprising Hydroazulane
Structures, Synthesis, characterization of new polymides, blue phase Liquid crystal composition, Sensor device for sensing
toxins, bacteria, binding events on analytes at interfaces, filament Wound Structures, Particles, Composites, Shockwave/ Seismic
Absorbance Materials and a method of tackling erosive burning in high C/D rocket motors.

Publications
During the last year, over 10 research papers were presented at national and international conferences of high repute and over
65 papers were published in journals with high impact factor ratings. The School promotes sharing of knowledge and exchange of
research at all levels. With this objective in view, the School has recently published four books with VDM, a leading international
publisher. The books are available at amazon.com. Publications include:

»» Ablative Nano Composites

»» Anti-blast Nano-polymer for Structural Retrofit
»» High Strength Composites
»» Renewable Technologies: Thermionic Energy Conservation

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 SCME Milestones
»» Nano-membranes
»» Indigenous Windmill Rotor Fabrication »» Fabrication and characterization of CdTe thin films for
»» Carbon Nanotubes semiconductors radiation detectors
»» Fast-track Bio-diesel Production »» Carcinogen-free Radiation Compatible Polymers
»» Carbon Fibre Composites »» Value-addition in Gems
SCME

»» Advanced Bio-materials »» Development of low cost eco-friendly inhibitors

Faculty Profile
Dr Arshad Hussain, Dean and Principal
PhD (OVG University) Germany
Specialization: Membrane Technology

Department of Chemical Engineering

Dr Muhammad Bilal Khan Niazi, HOD Dr Sarah Farrukh
PhD (University of Groningen) Netherlands PhD (NUST) Pakistan
Specialisation: Product Technology Specialization: Membrane Technology, Gas Adsorption

Dr Abdul Qadeer Malik Dr Muhammad Ahsan

PhD (University of Essex) UK PhD (NUST) Pakistan
Specialisation: Physical Chemistry (Kinetics) Specialization: Process modeling & simulation

Dr Erum Pervaiz Dr Waqas Cheema

PhD (NUST) Pakistan PhD (Technical University of Denmark) Denmark
Specialization: Nanomaterials synthesis and applications Specialization: Integrated water and energy systems

Dr Ifikhar Ahmad Salarzi Dr Syed Salman Raza Naqvi

PhD (Kyoto University) Japan PhD (Universit Teknologi PETRONAS) Malaysia
Specialization: Process Systems Engineering Specialization: Biomass & Bioenergy, Catalysis

Dr Tayyaba Noor Engr Nadeem Ehsan, Academic Coordinator

PhD (NTNU) Norway MSc (Cranfeld University) UK
Specialization: Heterogenous Nano catalysis Specialization: Energetic materials

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Dr Muhammad Nouman Aslam Khan Dr Engr Imran-Ullah Khan
PhD (COMSATS) Pakistan PhD (University Technology PETRONAS) Malaysia
Specialization: Fuzzy Algebra Specialization: Pulp, Paper, Surface Treatment Technology

Engr Raheela Nawaz (On leave) Dr Umair Sikander

MS (UET Peshawar) Pakistan PhD (University Technology PETRONAS) Malaysia
Specialization: Heat Transfer Specialization: Catalysis, Hydrogen Production

SCME
Engr Zaeem Aman Engr Nouman Ahmed
Ms (Karlstad University) Sweden BE (Punjab University) Pakistan
Specialization: Paper and Pulp
Engr Iqra Shakeel
Engr Ayesha Raza BE (NUST) Pakistan
MS (NUST) Pakistan
Specialization: Chemical Engineering

Engr Syed Amir Ali Shah (On leave)

MS (Chalmers University of Technology) Sweden
Specialization: Heat and Environment

Engr Syed Rafay Hussain Jaffery (On leave)

MS (University of Technology) Malaysia
Specialization: Enhanced Oil Recovery, Simulation

Department of Materials Engineering

Dr Zakir Hussain, HoD

PhD (Technical University of Braunschweig) Germany Dr Usman Liaqat
Specialization: Display technologies, Sensors PhD (Yonsei University) South Korea
Specialization: Biomaterials, Tissue Regeneration
Dr Mohammad Mujahid (On Leave)
DPhil (University of Oxford) UK Dr Muhammad Aftab Akram
Specialization: Materials Characterization, Phase Transforma- PhD (NUST) Pakistan
tion Specialization: Nanomaterials & Nanostructures

Dr Muhammad Shahid Dr Ahmad Nawaz Khan (On leave)

PhD (University of Manchester) UK PhD (NTUST) Taiwan
Specialization: Corrosion and Protection Specialization: Polymer/Filler composites and nanocomposites

Dr Nasir Mahmood Ahmad Dr Haris Masood Ansari (On leave)

PhD (University of Manchester) UK PhD (The Ohio State University, Columbus OH) USA
Specialization: Polymerization reactors, Micro polymerization Specialization: Thin film deposition & Nano-materials fabrica-
reactions tion

Dr Ifikhar H Gul Dr Umar Ahmed Munawar (On leave)

PhD (Quaid-i-Azam University) Pakistan PhD (University of Rome 3) Italy
Specialization: Nano-particle Characterization Specialization: Thermal Barrier Coatings, thin films

Dr Khurram Yaqoob Dr Mohsin Saleem

PhD (University of Paris East) France PhD (UST) South Korea
Specialization: Phase Transformation Specialization: Energy Harvesting Devices

Dr Malik Adeel Umer

PhD (KIAST) South Korea Engr Mudassar Shehzad
Specialization: Powder Metallurgy MS (University of the Ulsan) South Korea
Specialization: Ferroelectric Polymers

Dr Sofia Javed Engr Nabeel Ahmad (On leave)

PhD (NUST) Pakistan MS (Kiel University) Germany
Specialization: Nano Materials for Energy Applications Specialization: Nano chemistry & Nanoengineering

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 Engr Talha Masood (On leave) Engr Mohammad Irfan (On leave)
MS (Materials, KTH) Sweden MS (Hanyang University) South Korea
Specialization: Materials Processing Specialization: Bionano Engineering

Dr Muhammad Shoaib Butt Engr Muhammad Zafar Khan

PhD (South-East University of China) China BE (NUST) Pakistan
SCME

Specialization: Biomaterials
Engr Ahsan Wajid Ali Shah
Dr Amna Safdar BE (NUST) Pakistan
PhD (University of York) UK
Specialization: Solar Cells
Dr Farhan Javaid
PhD (TUD) Germany
Specialization: Micro & Nano Mechanics

Moiz Butt
Achievements Designation: MPO Operations, Askari
Fuelsy

Thinking back on the decision for post-

graduation plans I am baffled by the
1. Winner science contest: 17th All GIKI Science Fair amount of pressure placed on a 20
’16 (Feb. 2016) Maqbool Khalid, Rehan Aamir, Mo- something old. Pick an employer, a job,
hib Ur Rehman, Talha Athar and a career path luckily with an engi-
2. Best Delegate Award: Fast Nascon ’16 Model United neering degree from NUST; I was fortunate as I imagine many
Nation April 2016, Mohammad Shaaz of you are to have hand on experience to handle pressure and
excel in what you learn. NUST offers so many opportunities for
3. Defended Research paper: SPI -2016 (Sustainability students to learn pressure handling and make decisions in such
in Process Industries) Oct. 2016, Rida Mehtab, Abdul situations by boasting more than 30 student organizations
Hadi Chara from which anyone can choose to take part.
4. Only Scholarship Holder from Asia in National
Conference of Student Leadership, USA, Nov. 2016
Mahruhk Mehmood Maria Khan
Designation: Trainee Engineer, Schlum-
5. Runner-up, HEC All University Men Rock Climbing
berger
April 2016, Ashir Azhar
6. Finalist: Inter University Badminton Zonal Champi- The one thing that distinguishes NUST from
onship, Nov. 2016, Hamza Khan other universities is th e freedom it gives
the student in both curricular as well as co
curricular activities. I was an average student
during my bachelors in Chemical Engineer-
ing and I would admit that the path to graduation was never clear or
straightforward. However NUST gave us a platform high enough that
the goal was always in sight.

Library
SCME has a well-equipped library having a large collection
of books and periodicals related to chemical and materials
engineering. In addition, computers are reserved for literature
search and access to HEC digital library. HEC digital library
has launched an e-library, Springer books and McGraw Hill
collections to provide around 50,000 online books in addition
to more than 23,000 journals that have been made available
through the Digital Library Program. SCME Library is automated
through library software KOHA, OPAC is also available on LAN
and has started its barcode enabled circulation; local digital
collection is also available on LAN. Scanning and photocopying
facility is also available to facilitate the students and researchers.

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Clubs, Magazines and Societies SCME Alumni Association
The SCME Alumni Association was established to create a bond
between alumni and the alma mater through social, cultural,
Chimaera - SCME UG Student Magazine educational and other such activities. It worked towards estab-
lishing a forum through which alumni could contribute towards
SCME holds the distinction of being the first school to publish the development of SCME and its students. It has since then

SCME
“Chimaera” (undergraduate student magazine) in its first year helped in strengthening the sense of friendship and fraternity
of undergraduate induction. ‘Chimaera’ is a bilingual (English thus working towards mutual welfare. Within a very short time
and Urdu) magazine. SA2 has been instrumental in planning and implementing proj-
ects for the greater benefit of students and alumni thereby cre-
Star Magazine ating opportunities, exposure and connectivity. SA2 has been
very active and has to date organized multiple lectures which
STAR Magazine publishes the research activities of the post have emphasized on bridging the industry and the educational
graduate students of SCME. The idea of introducing “STAR institutes. These lectures have seen a growing interest amongst
Magazine” has been en¬thusiastically embraced especially students to connect with their alumni with the end result be-
because this offers an excellent opportunity to showcase ing a better understanding of the demands of the industry. SA2
the research activities which might not otherwise come to had also organized a mock test that helped students prepare
the attention of sci¬entific community at NUST and other for actual tests conducted by companies. There are many other
organizations in the country. such upcoming projects and SA2 looks forward to become the
leading forum for collaborative gain for both, the students and
the alumni.
NUST Literary Circle
The society caters for events including literary thirst of NUST Book Club
students through organisation of debates, declamations, essay
competitions, elocutions, and mushaira on regular basis. NUST Book Club is a central NUST society, hosted by SCME.
It aims at supporting all academic and research activities at
NUST libraries and is responsible to organise book reading
Khayal - The Caring Society activities, annual Book-Fair and Book-Day celebrations.
The society spreads the message of care and share, and
actively organises awareness campaigns, guest speaker
sessions, field trips, fund-raising activities, quiz competitions,
walks and workshops of mutual interests.

NUST Science Society

NUST Science Society is a central NUST society, hosted by
SCME. It organises interactions with top-class Pakistani and
foreign scientists and caters for events / activities of scientific
nature. Astronomy night, Project / Industrial Expo, Sytek are
some of the events on its calendar.

NUST Materials Society

NUST Materials Society (NMS) is one of the prestigious societies

of NUST that enables students to experience more of the world
of Material Science and Engineering. Our mission is to propel
youngsters that have a knack for materials, towards excellence.
NMS holds workshops, talk shows, debate competitions,
etc. NMS comes under the international charter of American
Society of Materials (ASM), American Ceramics Society (Acers),
American Iron Steel Technology (AIST), and The Metals, Minerals
and Materials Society (TMS).

NUST Digital Club

NUST Digital Club (NDC) promotes and polishes technological

skills among students; and provides awareness about the latest
Digital-Technological Advancements; hence bringing out useful
outcomes from the time spent on phones and PCs.

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 Employability
Chemical Engineering with the academic background and skills to tackle challenges
Professional chemical engineers design, construct and manage related to materials industry, environmental problems,
the process operations all over the world. There is a great material selection and processing, design and engineering,
demand for their expertise in the national strategic sector. In leadership skills, quality control/assurance and understanding
SCME

addition to excellent opportunities for higher studies in world to work within the corporate sector. In addition to excellent
renowned universities, chemical engineers have a bright career opportunities to pursue higher education within NUST and in
with national and multinational companies. Potential employers other advanced countries, materials engineers are sought after
include: by national and multinational companies. Some important
employers include:
»» Energy sector
»» Fertilizer industry »» Aerospace and aviation
»» Fine chemical manufacturing »» Alloy and composites manufacturers
»» Food and beverages »» Biomedical Industry
»» Oil and gas sector »» Ceramic industry
»» Petroleum sector »» Glass industry
»» Pharmaceuticals »» Heavy industries (HIT, HMC, Steel Mills)
»» Plant design and manufacturing »» Oil and gas sector
»» Processing sectors »» Semi-conductor and electronic device manufacturing
»» Pulp and paper industry »» Strategic organisations
»» Strategic organizations »» Auto manufacturers
»» Synthetic fibre manufacturing »» Steel making industry
»» Textile industry »» Manufacturing Industry
»» Sports Manufacturers
»» Surgical Industry
Materials Engineering
Materials Engineering has recently become very popular in
advanced countries. It owes its existence to a natural evolution Contacts
in classical metallurgical, mechanical and manufacturing
engineering. Professional materials engineers are equipped Website: www.scme.nust.edu.pk
Email: [email protected]
Telephone: 051-9085-5107
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Academic Programmes
Bachelors in Chemical Engineering
Programme Description

SCME
Chemical Engineering deals with the process of converting raw materials or chemicals into more useful valuable products. Its
primary theme resides in designing industrial processes which revolve around the rigorous application of thermodynamics,
kinetics and transport phenomena at its core. The undergraduate programme covers topics as diverse as mathematics, computer
applications, process diagnostics and instrumentation to facilitate plant design and unit operations. The programme is designed to
produce competent engineers, with leadership qualities, capable of undertaking projects of national interest.

Associated Careers
Chemical Engineers work in manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, design and construction, pulp and paper, petrochemicals,
food processing, specialty chemicals, polymers, biotechnology, and environmental health and safety industries, etc. Fertiliser,
mining, synthetic fuels, cement, ceramics and composites, defence and aerospace are amongst the leading industries offering a
multitude of employment opportunities for chemical engineers.

Department Mission
The mission of the department of Chemical Engineering at SCME is to provide conducive learning environment with quality teach-
ing and cutting-edge research for sustainable solutions to the industry and society. The aim is to produce graduates with strong
understanding of chemical engineering principles to meet the challenges of current and forthcoming technologies and to become
entrepreneurs as well.

Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs)

The department has defined and established its PEOs as a part of implementation of the Outcome Based Education (OBE) system
according to Washington Accord. Graduates of the department should:

PEO-1 Excel as chemical engineers in traditional and emerging fields with sound engineering knowledge and acquire the
ability to solve complex problems using modern tools vis-a-vis chemical process industries.
PEO-2 Develop continuously the knowledge and skills through life-long learning for success in pursuing advanced de-
grees.
PEO-3 Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills to accomplish leadership roles in industry, business and
society.
PEO-4 Practice and adhere to the principles of professional ethics, keeping in mind the social and environmental implica-
tions.

Scheme of Studies Programme Code-C 625

Semester-I Semester-II
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
CHE-101 Chemical Process Principles-I 3-0 MATH 121 Linear Algebra & ODE 3-0
HU–100 English 2-0 CH-102 Inorganic& Analytical Chemistry 3-1
MATH–101 Calculus and Analytical Geometry 3-0 ME –109 Engineering Drawing 0-2
ME–105 Workshop Practice 0-1 HU-109 Communication Skills 2-0
PHY–102 Applied Physics 2-1 CS-100 Fundamentals of ICT 2-1
HU–107 Pakistan Studies 2-0 HU–101 Islamic Studies 2-0
CS–114 Fundamentals of Programming 2-1 MSE-101 Fundamentals of Engineering 3-0
Materials
Total 17
Total 19

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 Semester-III Semester-IV
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
CH-202 Organic & Biochemistry Chemistry 3-1 CHE-211 Chemical Process Technology 3-0
MATH-112 Calculus-II 3-0 CHE-241 Mass Transfer 2-0
CHE-221 Fluid Mechanics-I 3-0 CHE-242 Heat Transfer 3-1
CHE-231 Chemical Engineering 3-0
SCME

EE-103 Electrical Engineering 2-1

Thermodynamics-I HU-212 Technical & Business writing 2-0
CHE-202 Advanced Chemical Process Principles 3-0
CHE-224 Fluid Mechanics -II 2-1
MSE-231 X-ray Diffraction & Crystallography 3-0
OTM-454 Project Management 3-0
Total 16
Total 17

Semester-V Semester-VI
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
CHE-346 Particulate Technology 3-1 CHE-348 Simultaneous Heat & Mass Transfer- 3-1
CHE-343 Simultaneous Heat & Mass Transfer-I 3-1 II
MATH-351 Numerical Methods 3-0 CHE-323 Instrumentation & Process Control 3-1
CHE-332 Chemical Engineering 3-1 CHE-347 Chemical Reaction Engineering 3-1
Thermodynamics-II CHE-345 Transport Phenomena 3-0
MGT-271 Entrepreneurship 2-0 ECO-130 Engineering Economics 2-0
Total 17 Total 17

Semester-VII Semester-VIII
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
CHE-422 Fuels & Combustion 3-1 CHE-425 Maintenance & Process Safety 3-0
CHE-451 Chemical Engineering Plant Design 0-3 CHE-499 Final Year Project 0-3
CHE-499 Final Year Project 0-3 OTM-456 Production & Operational 3-0
XXX-XXX Elective-I 3-0 Management
CHE-452 Chemical Process Design & 2-1 XXX-XXX Elective - II 3-0
Simulation XX-XXX Elective - III (socail) 3-0
MSE-4XX Technical Elective -II 3-0 Total 15
Total 16 Grand Total 134

Electives Courses
Course Code Course Title Credits
CHE-330 Science of Energetic Materials 3-0
CHE-340 Biochemistry 3-0
CHE-350 Petroleum Refinery Process 3-0
CHE-360 Fundamentals of Polymer Engineering 3-0
CHE-431 Combustion & Propulsion 3-0
CHE-432 Explosive Manufacture, Formulation and Filling 3-0
CHE-441 Fermentation Technology 3-0
CHE-442 Membrane Technology 3-0
CHE-482 Reservoir Engineering 3-0
CHE-483 Production Engineering 3-0
CHE-461 Polymer Reaction Engineering 3-0
CHE-462 Polymer Processing, Design and Characterization 3-0
CHE-484 Natural Gas Engineering 3-0
CHE-491 Sustainability in Processes & Energy Systems 3-0
MCG-126 Basic Concepts of Social Science 3-0
HU-115 Principles of Sociology 3-0
ENE-306 Fundamentals of Environmental Engineering 3-0
MCG-235 Logic & Critical Thinking 3-0

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Bachelors in Metallurgy and Materials Engineering
Programme Description
Materials engineering is arguably the most important engineering discipline today. Starting from the study of structure,
composition and properties of materials, it covers the manufacturing processes details. There is strapping interdependence

SCME
between materials engineering, surface engineering and industrial engineering. The Bachelor’s in Materials Engineering at SCME
offers comprehensive education, with specialization in areas of Surface Engineering. This programme covers the fundamental
materials science of metals, ceramics and polymers as well as topics of particular interest in industry, such as material selection
and design, environmental adaptation of products and failure analysis. This programme promotes networking of students from
different backgrounds (materials science, mechanical engineering, physics and chemistry) with the aim to groom its graduates’
inter-disciplinary as well as personal, interpersonal and professional skills.

Associated Careers
Materials Engineers remain in demand in virtually all industries. These engineers may be monitoring impurities in steel destined
for an assembly line (in the steel industry), shrinking the size of circuits to improve the reliability of a pager (in the ICT industry),
or designing new materials for a missile casing (in the defense industry), industries may employ materials engineers to reduce the
overall weight of a vehicle (in the automobile industry), remove limitations in power plants (in the manufacturing industry), or
research product failures for a liability suit (in legal and corporate sectors). The Graduates can also exercise the option of working as
researchers and scientists in a number of R&D organizations. Strong links exist between the Department of Materials Engineering
and Foreign Universities in Europe, USA, China and the ASEAN countries. Provided they fulfill the admission criteria, graduates
who would like to proceed abroad for higher studies, are facilitated to avail postgraduate education at various universities of these
countries.

Thrust areas of Materials Engineering

1. Metallurgy
Metallurgy is the technology of metals: the way in which science is applied to the production of metals, and the engineering
of metal components for usage in products for consumers and manufacturers. It is also the study of physical and chemical be-
havior of metallic elements, their intermetallic compounds, and their alloys. The production of metals involves the processing
of ores to extract the metal they contain, and the mixture of metals, sometimes with other elements, to produce alloys. The
curriculum has been designed so as to fulfill the requirement of our industry.
2. Corrosion & Protection
Corrosion is a natural process, which converts a refined metal to a more stable form, such as its oxide or hydroxide. It is the
gradual destruction of materials (usually metals) by chemical reaction with their environment. Corrosion Engineering is the
field dedicated to controlling and stopping corrosion The problem of corrosion is commonly present in industry like oil & gas
sector, paper & pulp industry, automobile industry, railway and aircraft industry etc. SCME trains its students of Materials
Engineering to understand science of corrosion and apply their knowledge towards its mitigation.
3. Polymers Science & Engineering
A polymer is a large molecule, or macromolecule, composed of many repeated subunits. Polymers range from familiar syn-
thetic plastics such as polystyrene to natural biopolymers such as DNA and proteins that are fundamental to biological struc-
ture and function. The trend of promoting the light weight objects is equally important as the use of biodegradable polymer
materials. Polymer science is the field of diverse studies which touched its boundaries with chemical as well as materials
science and technology. The incorporation of nanotechnology in polymer science makes it diverse and robust in this domain.

Scheme of Studies Programme Code-C 626

Semester-I Semester-II
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
EE-103 Electrical Engineering 2-1 MATH 121 Linear Algebra & ODE 3-0
HU–100 English 2-0 ECO-130 Engineering Economics 2-0
MATH–101 Calculus and Analytical Geometry 3-0 ME –109 Engineering Drawing 0-2
ME–105 Workshop Practice 0-1 HU-109 Communication Skills 2-0
PHY–102 Applied Physics 2-1 CS-100 Fundamentals of ICT 2-1
HU–107 Pakistan Studies 2-0 HU–101 Islamic Studies 2-0
CS–114 Fundamentals of Programming 2-1 *MSE-101 Fundamentals of Engineering 3-0
Materials
Total 17
Total 17

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 Semester-III Semester-IV
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
CH-108 Applied Chemistry 3-1 MATH-351 Numerical Methods 3-0
MATH-112 Calculus-II 3-0 MSE-202 Materials Engineering Lab 2 0-1
MSE-201 Materials Engineering Lab-1 0-1 MSE-224 Deformation & Fracture 3-0
SCME

MSE-241 Polymer Science 3-0 MSE-222 Phase Transformation & Equilibria 3-0
MSE-221 Materials Thermodynamics & 3-0 HU-212 Technical & Business Writing 2-0
Kinetics PHY-213 Physics of Materials 2-0
MSE-231 X-ray Diffraction & Crystallography 3-0 PHY-213 Physics of Materials 2-0
MSE-231 X-ray Diffraction & Crystallography 3-0 Total 14
Total 17

Semester-V Semester-VI
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
MSE-303 Materials Engineering Lab 3 0-2 MSE-314 Manufacturing Processes 3-0
MSE-313 Welding & Joining 2-0 MSE-304 Materials Engineering Lab 4 0-2
MSE-316 Foundry Engineering 3-0 MSE-326 Corrosion & Protection 3-0
MSE-333 Materials Testing Techniques 3-0 MSE-317 Metals and Alloys-2 3-0
MSE-342 Polymer Engineering 3-0 MSE-351 Ceramics & Glasses 3-0
MSE-213 Metals and Alloys-1 3-0 MSE-3XX Technical Elective - I 3-0
MGT-271 Entrepreneurship 2-0 MSE-3XX Technical Elective - I 3-0
Total 18 Total 17

Semester-VII Semester-VIII
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
MSE-461 Composite Materials 3-0 MSE-483 Plant Design 3-0
OTM-454 Project Management 3-0 HU-222 Professional Ethics 2-0
MSE-405 Materials Engineering Lab 5 0-1 ME-312 Measurement & Instrumentation 2-0
MSE-474 Surface Engineering of Materials 3-0 MSE-463 Nano-materials 2-0
MSE-325 Heat Treatment of Materials 3-0 MSE-499 Final Year Project-II 0-4
MSE-499 Final Year Project -I 0-2 MSE-XXX Technical Elective-III 3-0
MSE-4XX Technical Elective -II 3-0 Total 16
Total 18 Grand Total 134

Elective Courses

Course Code Course Title Credits MSE-482 Industrial Economics & Management 3-0
MSE-371 Interfacial Phenomena 3-0 MSE-404 Design of Experiments & Data 3-0
MSE-373 Tribological phenomena on Surfaces 3-0 Analysis
MSE-381 Industrial Safety 3-0 MGT-401 Total Quality Management 3-0
MSE-382 Design Standards & Quality 3-0 MSE-452 Electronic and Magnetic Materials 3-0
Assurance MSE-362 Introduction to Computational 3-0
MSE-383 Operations Research 3-0 Materials Science
MSE-471 Vacuum Technology in Surface 3-0 MSE-485 Metallurgical Plants and Quality 3-0
Engineering Control
MSE-472 Surface Analysis and 3-0 MSE-464 Advanced Materials 3-0
Characterization MSE-465 Powder Metallurgy 3-0
MSE-473 Novel Techiques in Surface 3-0 MSE-385 Biomaterials and Applications 3-0
Engineering
MSE-481 Maintenance Management 3-0

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MS and PhD in Materials and Surface Engineering
Programme Description
In the age of nano-technology and nano-materials, research and development in the materials technology has become vital for
a nation like ours. Nano-technology research has primarily focused on manufacturing, creation of tools, materials, machines and

SCME
devices that will eventually enable us to untie the fundamental building blocks of nature, easily, inexpensively and in particular
with defect-free properties. The Masters programme in Materials and Surface Engineering produces scientists and researchers
of the future who can develop and use these materials for the betterment of the society. The emphasis of the programme is on
the application of nano-technology to produce thin films, nano-composites, electronic and bio-materials, ablatives, photonics
materials, armor and blast protection linings and, modern alloys and smart materials.

MS Coursework Programme Code-677

Course Code Course Title Credits
Core Courses
MSE 811 Materials Thermodynamics 3
MSE 812 Phase Transformation & Microstructures 3
MSE 821 Mechanical Behavior of Materials 3
MSE 851 Surface Engineering & Characterization 3
Elective Courses (Any four)
MSE 861 Engineering Ceramics and Glasses 3
MSE 871 Polymer Engineering 3
MSE 852 Advanced Surface Coatings 3
MSE 882 Corrosion and Control Engineering 3
MSE 862 Electronic and Magnetic Materials 3
MSE 831 Modeling of Material Processes 3
MSE 881 Manufacturing Processes 3
MSE 854 Characterization of Materials 3
MSE 872 Composite Materials 3
MSE 856 Nano Materials and Processing 3
MSE 822 Fractography and Fracture Analysis 3
NSE 842 Nano Materials for Energy Applications 3
CHE 843 Separation Process iin Chemical Engineering 3
MSE 899 MS Thesis 6
Total 30

PhD Coursework
Course Code Course Title Credits
Core Courses
MSE 901 Advanced Engineering Mathematics 3
MSE 954 Advanced Characterization Techniques 3
Elective Courses (Any two)
MSE 952 Materials for Biomedical Applications 3
MSE 963 Semiconductor and Optical Materials 3
MSE 941 Materials for High Temperature Applications 3
MSE 951 Interface Engineering 3
MSE 999 PhD Thesis 30

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 MS and PhD Chemical Engineering
Programme Description
Chemical Engineering is in fact process engineering. Its primary theme resides in designing industrial processes which revolve
around the rigorous application of thermodynamics, kinetics and transport phenomena at its core. The postgraduate programme
SCME

covers topics as diverse as mathematics, computer applications, process diagnostics and instrumentation to facilitate plant
design and unit operations. The programme is designed to produce competent engineers, who will evolve as the benchmark for
competitors around the globe.

Associated Careers
Chemical Engineers work in manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, design and construction, pulp and paper, petro-chemicals,
food processing, specialty chemicals, polymers, bio-technology, and environmental health and safety industries, etc. Fertiliser,
mining, synthetic fuels, cement, ceramics and composites, defence and aerospace are amongst the leading industries offering a
multitude of employment opportunities for chemical engineers.

Programme Code-678
MS Coursework PhD Coursework
Course Course Title Credits Course Course Title Credits
Code Code
Core Courses CHE 906 Advanced Transport Phenomena 3
EME 921 Momentum Heat and Mass Transfer in 3 CHE 910 Advanced Chemical Engineering 3
Chemicals Thermodynamics
CHE 847 Chemical Kinetics & Reactor Design 3 CHE 920 Advanced Reaction Engineering 3
CHE 843 Separation processes in CHE 3 CHE 915 Colloids & Surface Chemistry 3
CHE 899 MS Thesis 6 CHE 999 PhD Thesis 30
Elective Courses Elective Courses
EME 810 Materials technology 3 EME 810 Materials Technology 3
ESE 801 Biofuel Engineering 3 ESE 801 Bio fuel Engineering 3
EME 981 Advance Fuel Technology 3 EME 981 Advance Fuel Technology 3
CHE 873 Membrane Technology 3 CHE 873 Membrane Technology 3
EME 902 Numerical methods in CHE 3 EME 902 Numerical methods in CHE 3
CHE 853 Green Process Engineering 3 CHE 853 Green Process Engineering 3
CHE 848 Gasification Processes 3 CHE 848 Gasification Processes 3
EME 803 Combustion and Propulsion 3 EME 803 Combustion and Propulsion 3
MSE 880 Corrosion and Protection 3 MSE 880 Corrosion and Protection 3
MSE 871 Polymer Engineering 3 MSE 871 Polymer Engineering 3
ENE 809 Waste water treatment & Design 3 ENE 809 Waste water treatment & Design 3
CSE 801 Computation Fluid Dynamics (CFD) 3 CSE 801 Computation Fluid Dynamics 3
CHE 823 Advance Analytical Techniques 3 CHE 823 Advance Analytical Techniques 3
MSE 952 Materials for Biomedical Application 3 MSE 952 Materials for Biomedical Application 3
CHE 816 Molecular Nanotechnology 3 MATH 901 Advance Engineering Mathematics 3
CHE 814 Product Technology 3 CHE 816 Molecular Nanotechnology 3
CHE 815 Nano Catalysis 3 MSE 872 Composite Material 3
RM 898 Research Methodology 2 MSE 855 Nano Materials & Nano Processing 3

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MS Process Systems Engineering
Programme Description
PSE is a blended knowledge of chemical engineering, computer science and mathematics applied to solve industrial problems. It
has been observed that the continuation of higher education up to the ladder in this area is the need of the hour. Hence, SCME

SCME
took the initiative and is offering the first ever degree programme in PSE at any university in the country. The rationale behind
this programme is aimed at developing a pool of highly trained engineers with master’s degree in the specialized field of PSE to
lead research and development activities in academic and industrial domains.

MS Coursework Additional Courses

Course Code Course Title Credits RM-898 Research Methodology 2
Core Courses SEM/WKSP- Seminar / Workshop 1
897
PSE-801 Process Systems Theory 3
PSE-852 Process Modelling and Simulation 3
PSE-823 Advanced Process Control 3
PSE-802 Optimization and Decision Analysis 3
PSE-899 MS Thesis 6
Elective Courses (any four)
CSE-801 Computation Fluid Dynamics (CFD) 3
MGT-924 Supply Chain Management 3
EME-902 Numerical Methods for CHE 3
(Chemical Engineering)
TEE-820 Process Intensification 3
ENE-809 Waste water treatment & Design 3
EME-921 Momentum Heat and Mass Transfer 3
(MHMT) in Chemical Engineering
CHE-847 Chemical Kinetics & Reactor Design 3
CHE-814 Product Technology 3

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 MS & PhD Nano-Science & Engineering
Programme Description
MS in Nano Science and Engineering will prepare students to take leadership roles in emerging hi-tech industries as well as
traditional industries that exploit nanoscale phenomena. Graduates with MS in Nano-science and Engineering will be in great
SCME

demand in industry, academic institutions and research organizations. The programme caters to a growing demand for Scientists
and Engineers who can fabricate systems of sensors, actuators, functional materials and who can integrate electronics at the micro
and nanoscale. The graduates of this programme are expected to possess the necessary insights in nano-science to develop new
products using these skills

The cross-disciplinary nature of the programme will provide exciting careers in environment, biomedicine, chemistry, and
industries such as building, electronics, materials and renewable energy. Graduates with MS in Nano-science and Engineering will
also find a range of opportunities outside Pakistan as well. Some of the key areas may include but not limited to nano-medicine,
nano-devices, nano-biotechnology, nano-photonics and energy harvesting devices. The programme is offered with the mission
that Nano-science and Engineering Postgraduate programme will provide qualified manpower with inter-disciplinary academic
foundations needed to develop Nano-science products for the society. The programme is aligned to integrate critical thinking,
scholarly training, leadership qualities and sustainable vision in graduates to enable them to cope with the complex problems of
the Nano-science and allied industries.

MS Coursework Programme Code-679

Course Codes Course Title Credit
Core Courses
NSE 813 Essentials of Nanoscience and Engineering 3
MSE 856 Nano Materials and Processing 3
MSE 854 Characterization of Materials 3
NSE 899 MS Thesis 6
Elective Courses (Choose any three)
NSE 812 Environmental Nanotechnology 3
NSE 821 Nanofabrication by Self-Assembly 3
NSE 842 Nano Materials for Energy Applications 3
NSE 843 Nano Technology and Photovoltaics 3
NSE 844 Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Nanotechnology 3
NSE 845 Nanolithography and Device Fabrication 3
NSE 847 Essentials of NEMS/MEMS 3
NSE 851 Degradation of Nanomaterials 3
CHE 815 Nano Catalysis 3
PhD Coursework
Core Courses
NSE 901 Advanced Concepts in Nanoscience & Engineering 3
MATH 901 Advanced Engineering Mathematics 3
NSE 999 PhD Thesis 30
Elective Courses
NSE-921 Selected Topics in Nanotechnology 3
NSE-931 Advanced Synthesis and Fabrication Techniques 3
NSE-941 Nano Composite Materials 3
NSE-951 Nano Structured Materials 3
NSE-961 Surface Coatings and Thin Films 3
CH-816 Supramolecular Chemistry 3
ABS-932 Genomics, Proteomics and Bioinformatics 3
IBT-829 Nanobiotechnology: Concepts and Applications 3
IBT-920 Tissue Engineering and Biomaterials Science 3
BMES-941 Advances in Biomedical Materials 3

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School of Civil and

About the University

Environmental
Engineering (SCEE),
Islamabad

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 School of Civil and Environmental Engineering
SCEE is a modern and progressive engineering school of the country, the first of its kind that offers a wide choice of BE programmes
in Civil, Geoinformatics and Environmental Engineering. In BE programmes, the students are given the option of selecting
elective majors. SCEE has very strong postgraduate programmes (MS/PhD) in Structural Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering,
Transportation Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Geographic
Information Systems & Remote Sensing, Urban & Regional Planning and Construction Engineering & Management.
SCEE

School of Civil and Environmental Engineering (SCEE) was established in November, 2008. It comprises four vibrant institutes,
namely National Institute of Transportation (NIT), Institute of Environmental Science and Engineering (IESE), Institute of
Geographical Information Systems (IGIS) and NUST Institute of Civil Engineering (NICE). SCEE is a modern and progressive school,
the first of its kind that offers a wide choice of programmes in the disciplines of Civil and Environmental Engineering. In BE
programmes, students are given the option of selecting an elective major. This means that while remaining Civil or Environmental
Engineering graduates, they specialise in a particular field of their discipline. SCEE has advanced postgraduate programmes in
Structural Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Transportation engineering, Water Resource Engineering and Management,
Environmental Engineering, Remote Sensing &Geographic Information Systems, Urban & Regional Planning and Construction
Engineering and Management. The programmes are tailored to equip graduates with the requisite knowledge and skills in order
to meet the latest challenges in their respective fields. The goal of SCEE is to undertake basic and applied research to educate the
next generation of academia and industry leaders, and prepare students for successful careers in relevant professions. SCEE has a
competent and experienced faculty, and is equipped with state-of-the-art laboratories, sophisticated equipment and computing
facilities. It has an excellent library with the latest books, journals and technical reports pertaining to relevant disciplines. It offers
an enabling environment for dynamic students looking for challenging and adventurous professions such as Civil and Environmental
Engineering and Geographical Information Systems.

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Faculty
Dr Abdur Rehman Nasir
PhD (Bauhaus University, Weimar) Germany
Dr Tariq Mahmood, Principal Discipline: Civil Engineering
PhD (Michigan State University) USA Specialization: Construction Engineering & Management
Discipline: Civil Engineering
Specialization: Transportation Engineering Dr Irfan Ahmad Rana

SCEE
PhD (Asian Institute of Technology, Thailand)
Dr S Muhammad Jamil, Dean Discipline: Urban & Regional Planning
PhD (University of Illinois Urbana Champaign) USA Specialization: Regional & Rural Development Planning
Discipline: Civil Engineering
Specialization: Geotechnical Engineering Engr Muhammad Zaeem Sheikh
BE (NUST)
Dr Ishtiaq A Qazi, Associate Dean IESE Discipline: Civil Engineering
PhD (University of Aston in Birmingham) UDC Specialization: Civil Engineering
Discipline: Environmental Chemistry
Specialization: Environmental Analysis, Analytical Techniques Engr Kamran Mushtaq
MSc (NED University of Science & Technology) Pakistan
Dr Ejaz Hussain, Associate Dean IGIS Discipline: Transportation Engineering
PhD (Purdue University) USA Specialization: Civil Engineering
Discipline: Civil Engineering
Specialization: Remote Sensing & GIS Engr Malik Saqib Mehmood
MS (Michigan University) USA
Discipline: Civil Transportation
NIT Faculty Specialization: Transportation/ Traffic Engineering

Dr Muhammad Jamaluddin Thaheem, HoD CE&M

PhD (Politecnico di Torino) Italy IGIS Faculty
Discipline: Construction Engineering & Management
Specialization: Construction Engineering & Management Dr Ejaz Hussain Associate Dean IGIS
PhD (Purdue University) USA
Dr Malik Asghar Naeem, HoD U&RP Discipline: Civil Engineering
PhD (The University of Hong Kong) SAR China Specialization: Remote Sensing & GIS
Discipline: Urban & Regional Planning
Specialization: Urban & Regional Planning Dr Javed Iqbal HoD
PhD (Mississippi State University) USA
Dr Muhammad Jawed Iqbal HoD Tn Engg Discipline: Soil Science
PhD (MUET) Pakistan Specialization: GIS and RS Application in Natural Sciences
Discipline: Transportation Engineering
Specialization: Civil Engineering Dr Ali Tahir
PhD, University College Dublin, Ireland
Dr M Sohail Anwar Malik HoD Research Discipline: Geoinformatics
PhD (Southwest Jiatong University, Chengdu) China Specialization: Geovisualisation
Discipline: Construction Engineering Management
Specialization: Road & Railway Engineering Dr Salman Atif
PhD, University of Paris Diderot France
Dr Arshad Hussain, OIC Transportation Lab Discipline: Physical Geography
PhD (Southwest Jiatong University, Chengdu) China Specialization: Geography and Natural Environment, Geo
Discipline: Road & Railway Engineering Environment
Specialization: Road & Railway Engineering
Dr Muhammad Azmat
Dr Abdul Waheed PhD (Water Resources Engineering,Politecnico Di Torino,Italy)
PhD (Asian Institute of Technology, Bangkok) Thailand Discipline: Engg for Natural & Built Environment
Discipline: Regional & Rural Development Planning Specialization: Water Resource Engineering, Agricultural Engineering
Specialization: Regional & Rural Development Planning

Dr Sohail Malik Engr Mansoor Ahmed Malik

PhD (UET, Taxila) Pakistan MSc (NUST) Pakistan
Discipline: Civil Engineering Specialization: Transportation Engineering
Specialization: Engineering Management Discipline: Civil Engineering

Dr Kamran Ahmed Engr Muhammad Hasnain

PhD, MS (MSU, MI) USA MS (NUST) Pakistan
Discipline: Transportation/Traffic Engineering Discipline: Civil Engineering
Specialization: Transportation/Traffic Engineering Specialization: Construction Engg & Management

Dr Khurram Iqbal Ahmad Khan Ms Khunsa Fatima

PhD, MS (University of Reading United Kingdom), UK MS, National University of Science & Technology
Discipline: Civil Engineering Discipline: Remote Sensing and GIS
Specialization: Construction Management & Engineering Specialization: Remote Sensing and GIS

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 Ms Quratulain Shafi Monitoring and Modeling Engr Erum Aamir
MS, National University of Science & Dr Muhammad Fahim Khokhar MS (Florida International University) USA
Technology PhD (Institute of Experimental Physics II, Discipline: Environmental Engineering
Discipline: Information Technology University of Leipzig) Germany Specialization: Desalination
Specialization: Communication Systems Discipline: Experimental Physics
Engineering Specialization: Satellite Remote Sensing Engr Muhammad Ukasha
PhD (near completion, Colorado State
Mr Junaid Aziz Khan Dr Yousuf Jamal University) US
SCEE

MS, National University of Science & PhD (Texas A&M University) USA Discipline: Environmental Engineering
Technology Discipline: Environmental Engineering Specialization: Hydrology, Climate Change
Discipline: Remote Sensing and GIS Specialization: Resources Recovery &
Specialization: Remote Sensing and GIS Recycling in Environmental Engineering Engr Aamir Khan
Bachelor (Institute of Environmental Sciences
Mr Shahid Nawaz Khan Dr Zeeshan Ali Khan and Engineering, NUST) Pakistan
MS, National University of Science & PhD (Asian Institute of Technology) Thailand, Discipline: Environmental Engineering
Technology Bangkok
Discipline: Remote Sensing and GIS Discipline: Environmental Engineering and Engr Naveed Ahmad
Specialization: Remote Sensing and GIS Management BE (University of Agriculture Faisalabad)
Specialization: Satellite Remote Sensing of Pakistan
Syeda Maria Zafar Atmospheric Particulate Matter Discipline: Environmental Engineering
MS (NUST)
Discipline: RS & GIS Dr Zeshan Engr Muhammad Irfan
Specialization: RS & GIS PhD (Asian Institute of Technology) Thailand, BE (UET Lahore) Pakistan
Bangkok Discipline: Environmental Engineering
Engr Muhammad Naqash Taj Abbasi Discipline: Environmental Engineering
BE, National University of Science & Specialization: Anaerobic Technology and Engr Amal Sarfraz
Technology Waste Treatment (Environmental Technology MS (University of Bristol), UK
Discipline: GeoInformatics and Management) Discipline: Environmental Engineering
Specialization: Web GIS Specialization: Water and Environmental
Dr Sofia Baig Management
Engr Kashmala Ikram Chaudhry PhD (Macquarie University) Australia
MS, City University of New York, USA Discipline: Environmental Sciences Engr Sana Rasool
Discipline: Geographic Information Sciences Specialization: Plant Ecology MS (University of Bristol), UK
Specialization: Advanced Remote Sensing Discipline: Environmental Engineering
and GIS Applications Dr Deedar Nabi Specialization: Disaster Management and
PhD (EPFL) Switzerland Climate Change Modelling
Discipline: Environmental Engineering
IESE Faculty Specialization: Environmental Chemistry Engr Khwaja Ahson Bashir
MSc (Chemical & Petroleum Engineering
Dr Imran Hashmi, Associate Dean Engr Nida Maqbool University of Bradford, UK)
PhD (University of Karachi) Pakistan PhD (In-progress, IESE, NUST) Pakistan Discipline: Chemical Engineering
Discipline: Environmental Sciences Discipline: Environmental Engineering
Specialization: Environmental Microbiology Specialization: Wastewater Treatment Engr Saleem Nawaz Khan
MS (Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS,
Dr Muhammad Arshad HoD Environmental Ms Khadija Amir Malaysia)
Sciences MS (Sustainable Development) Discipline: Chemical Engineering
PhD (Institute of National Polytechnique de University of Exeter, UK
Toulouse) France Discipline: Environmental Science and Ms Mehwish Khalid
Discipline: Environmental Biotechnology Sustainability MS (NUST)
Specialization: Environmental Biotechnology Specialization: Environmental impact Discipline: Environmental Sciences
assessment and Environmental laws and
Dr Salahuddin Azad HoD Environmental policies Noor Haleem
Engineering MS (NUST)
PhD (Environmental Management Sciences. Engr Arsalan Khalid Discipline: Environmental Sciences
BUITEMS Quetta) Pakistan MS (Chemical Engineering) King Fahd
Specialization: Health Issues of Mining University
Discipline: Environmental Management of Petroleum and Minerals, Saudi Arabia
Sciences Discipline: Chemical Engineering

Dr Sher Jamal Khan

Specialization: Polymer Nanocomposite
Membranes
NICE Faculty
PhD (Asian Institute of Technology) Thailand, Dr Liaqat Ali, Associate Dean
Bangkok Engr Rashid Iftikhar PhD (University of Michigan) USA
Discipline: Environmental Engineering and MS/M.Phil (International Masters of Discipline: Civil Engineering
Management Environmental Science) Specialization: Geotechnical Engineering
Specialization: Water Resource Management University of Cologn, Germany
Discipline: Environmental Engineering Engr Nasrul Haq, HoD Survey Engineering
Dr Muhammad Anwar Baig Specialization: Algae Biotechnology Department
PhD (University of Arizona) USA Engr Syed Izhar Hussain Shah MS (School of Military Survey Hermitage
Discipline: Soil Water and Environmental MS (Environmental Engineering, NUST) Newbury (Berks) United Kigdom
Science Discipline: Environmental Engineering Discipline: Civil Engineering
Specialization: Pollutant Transport Specialization: Air Emission Modelling Specialization: Survey and Mapping)

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Dr Syed Muhammad Jamil Engr Amir Faiz Ullah Dr Tariq Mahmood Bajwa

About the University

PhD (University of Michigan) USA MSc (UET) Lahore, Pakistan PhD (Carleton University Ottawa), Canada
Discipline: Civil Engg Discipline: Civil Engg Discipline: Civil Engineering
Specialization: Geotechnical Engg Specialization: Structural Engg Specialization: Geotechnical Engineering

Dr Hamza Farooq Gabriel, HoD Hydraulics Engr Malik Kamran Shakir Dr Muhammad Usman Hanif
PhD (Charles Sturt University (CSU), Australia MS (NUST) Pakistan PhD (University of Malaya), Malaysia
Discipline: Civil Engg Discipline: Civil Engg Discipline: Civil Engineering
Specialization: WRE&M Specialization: Civil Engg Specialization: Structural Engineering

Dr Sajjad Haider Muhammad Asad Hanif Dr Azam Khan

PhD (National Institute of Applied Sciences) MS (Air University, Islamabad) Pakistan PhD (Imperial College/London University), UK
France Discipline: Finance Discipline: Civil Engineering
Discipline: Civil Engg Specialization: Finance Specialization: Structural Engineering
Specialization: WRE&M
Engr Ameer Hamza Dr Muhammad Usman Hassan
Dr Shakil Ahmad MS (NUST) Pakistan PhD (Middle East Technical University,
PhD (University of Tokyo (UT), Japan Discipline: Civil Engg Ankara), Turkey
Discipline: Civil Engg Specialization: Civil Engg Discipline: Civil Engineering
Specialization: WRE&M Specialization: Structural Engineering
Engr Muhammad Ibtasam Bin Latif
Dr Rao Arsalan Khushnood MS (University of Warwick) UK RVF Muhammad Anwar
PhD (Politecnico Di Torino) Italy Discipline: Engg Management MS: (Grandfield University)
Discipline: Civil Engg Specialization: Engineering of Business Discipline: Explosive Ordnance Engg
Specialization: Structural Engg Management Specialization: Explosive Ordnance Engg

Dr Umar Saeed Engr Junaid Ahmad Lecturer Umm-e-Habiba

PhD (NUST) Pakistan MS (UET Taxila) Pakistan MPhil (Quaid-i-Azam University) Islamabad
Discipline: Mathematics Discipline: Civil Engg Discipline: Pak Studies
Specialization: Mathematics Specialization: Structural Engg Specialization: Pak Studies

Dr Muhammad Usman Engr Sara Farooq Lecturer Qurat-ul-Ain

PhD (KAIST) South Korea MS (Hokkaido University) Japan MS (NUST), Islamabad
Discipline: Civil Engineering Discipline: Civil Engineering Discipline: Information Technology
Specialization: Structural Engineering Specialization: Structural Engineering Specialization: Information Technology

Mr Abdul Jabbar Khan Engr Arslan Mushtaq Lecturer Sami Ullah Khan Bangash
MSc (University of Punjab) MS (NUST) Pakistan MS (University of Illinois Urbana Champaign),
Discipline: Geology Discipline: Civil Engineering USA
Specialization: Geology Specialization: Structural Engineering Discipline: Civil Engineering
Specialization: Structural Engineering
Engr Ammara Mubeen Engr Muhammad Fawad
MSc (UET, Lahore) Pakistan BE (NUST) Pakistan Lecturer Sadia Arshad
Discipline: Civil Engg Discipline: Civil Engineering MPhil (Air University), Islamabad
Specialization: WRE&M Specialization: Civil Engineering Discipline: English
Specialization: English Linguistics/Literature
Muhammad Imran Engr Zulqarnain Shah
M Phil (UA) Faisalabad, Pakistan BE (NUST) Pakistan Engr Muhammad Naqeeb Nawaz
Discipline: Physics Discipline: Civil Engineering BE (University of Engineering & Technology),
Specialization: Material Sciences Specialization: Civil Engineering Taxila
Discipline: Civil Engineering
Engr Musaad Zaheer Dr Athar Ali Specialization: Civil Engineering
MSc (Cardiff University) UK PhD (Manchester), UK
Discipline: Civil Engg Discipline: Civil Engineering Engr Matiullah Shah
Specialization: Structural Engg Specialization: Structural Engineering BE (NUST), Pakistan
Discipline: Civil Engineering
Engr Muhammad Ammar Dr Fawad Ahmed Najam Specialization: Civil Engineering
MSc (University of Nottingham), UK PhD (Asian Institute of Technology), Thailand
Discipline: Civil Engg Discipline: Civil Engineering Engr Muhammad Hamza Khalid
Specialization: Structural Engg Specialization: Structural Engineering BE (NUST), Islamabad
Discipline: Civil Engineering
Engr Sana Khan Dr Muhammad Israr Specialization: Civil Engineering
MS IESE (NUST) Pakistan PhD (University Technology PETRONAS),
Discipline: Civil Engg Malaysia Engr Atif Mehmood Khan
Specialization: Environmental Engg Discipline: Mathematics BE (NUST), Islamabad
Specialization: Mathematics (Science/Fluid Discipline: Civil Engineering
Engr Abdul Basir Awan Mechanics) Specialization: Civil Engineering
MS (MSU) USA
Discipline: Civil Engg Dr Syed Muhammad Turab Haider Jafri
Specialization: Structural Engg PhD (Hanyang University), South Korea
Discipline: Civil Engineering
Specialization: Geotechnical Engineering

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 Engr Ujala Hassan Khan Engr Bilal Ahmed Khan
BE (NUST), Islamabad BE (NUST), Islamabad
Discipline: Civil Engineering Discipline: Civil Engineering
Specialization: Civil Engineering Specialization: Civil Engineering

MS & PhD Transportation Engineering

SCEE

The programme focuses on solving civil engineering problems in the context of transportation issues. The programme concentrates
on practical problems concerned with structural, transportation, traffic and highways, airport and railways engineering. The course
aims at encouraging intellectual pursuit of creative ideas to improve human and natural environments.

Why join this program?

Transportation engineers design and operate highways, airports, railroads and public transit. They conduct research in the field of
transportation including design & operation, traffic flow & control, demand analysis & planning; and related work in economics,
finance & administration. Study in the field of transportation engineering provides opportunities for the study of land-use
transportation planning, infrastructure planning & management and environmental aspects of transportation.

Coursework Programme Code-151

Core Courses
Course Code Course Title Credits

CE-860 Pavement Design and Analysis 3

CE-862 Pavement Materials Engineering 3

CE-863 Transportation Planning 3
CE-865 Traffic Engineering 3
CE-899 MS Thesis 6

Elective Courses (Any four) CE-870 Transportation Economics 3

Course Code Course Title Credits CE-881 Soil Dynamics 3
Concrete Materials and
CE-803 3 CE-897 Special Topics in Civil Engineering 3
Technology
CE-806 Reinforced Concrete Members 3 CE-898 Contract Management 3
CE-818 Coastal Engineering 3 Construction Project
CEM-801 3
Administration
CE-821 Soil & Site Improvement 3 Construction Planning, Scheduling
CEM-802 3
and Control
CE-823 Slope Stability 3 Economic Decision Analysis in
CEM-803 3
Construction
CE-824 Mechanical Properties of Soil 3 Construction Cost Estimating and
CEM-804 3
Control
CE-828 Advanced Geotechnical Design 3 Safety Management in
CEM-805 3
Construction
CE-829 Geotechnical Site Investigation 3 Construction Equipment
CEM-806 3
Management
CE-831 Advanced Soil Mechanics 3
CEM-807 Risk Management in Construction 3
CE-836 Construction Management 3
ENE-802 Environmental Impact Assessment 3
Logistics and Supply Chain
CE-859 3 GIS & Remote Sensing and Its
Management GIS-802 3
Pavement Rehabilitation & Application For Civil Engineering
CE-861 3 Land use Planning and
Management GIS-851 3
Geometric Design of Highways/ Management
CE-864 3
Freeways GIS-853 Urban Planning 3
CE-866 Airport Engineering 3 Infrastructure and Transport
GIS-854 3
Urban Transportation System Planning
CE-867 3
Evaluation GIS-862 Tourism Development 3
CE-868 Public Mass Transportation 3
GIS-865 Land Information System 3
Advanced Traffic Control &
CE 869 3 Demographic Analysis and
Management System GIS-867 3
Modeling

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OTM-521 Operations Management 3 Additional Courses
OTM-745 Supply Chain Management 3 Course Code Course Title Credits
Inventory and Warehouse RM-898 Research Methodology 2
OTM-802 3
Management
STAT-835 Probability & Statistics 3 SEM/WKSP
Seminar / Workshop 1
897

SCEE
URP-801 Advanced Planning Techniques 3 SEM/WKSP
Seminar / Workshop 1
997
URP-802 Comparative Urban Planning 3
URP-804 Regional Development Planning 3
Urban & Regional Transportation
URP-805 3
Systems
Sustainable Urban Land-Use
URP-806 3
Planning
URP-807 Disaster Management 3
Urban Environmental Systems
URP-810 3
Management
Comprehensive Urban Planning
URP-901 3
Process
URP-902 Contemporary Urban Planning 3
URP-904 Urban Mass Transit 3
CE-999 PhD Thesis 30

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 MS & PhD Structural Engineering
The course focuses on solution of problems in structural engineering by enlarging and deepening students’ knowledge so that they
have a good grasp of new design concepts and technologies. The course contents encompass advance techniques for structural
analysis, structural dynamics, reinforced concrete structures, and analysis and design of pre-stressed concrete structures.

Why join this program?

SCEE

Structural engineers combine science and art to design and build infrastructure that will resist natural and manmade forces.
Buildings, bridges, stadiums and other civil facilities define the traditional core focus of structural engineers. At the periphery of the
field, structural engineering extends more broadly to share common interests with mechanical, aerospace and naval engineering
for the design of often large, complex systems including power plants, pipelines, aerospace vehicles and ships-submarines.

Coursework Programme Code-152

Core Courses
Course Code Course Title Credits
CE-801 Advanced Structural Mechanics 3
CE-803 Concrete Materials and Technology 3
CE-804 Pre-stressed Concrete Structures 3
CE-805 Advanced Concrete Design 3
CE-899 MS Thesis 6

Elective Courses Elective Courses

Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
CE-802 Matrix Structural Analysis 3 CE-879 Design of Hydraulic Structures 3
CE-806 Reinforced Concrete Members 3 CE-881 Soil Dynamics 3
CE-807 Steel Structures 3 CE-882 Deep Foundation 3
CE-808 Finite Element Method 3 CE-897 Special Topics in Civil Engineering 3
CE-809 Structural Dynamics 3 STAT-835 Probability and Statistics 3
CE-814 Structural Fire Engineering 3 Construction Project Administra-
CEM-801 3
CE-818 Coastal Engineering 3 tion
Construction Planning, Scheduling
CE-823 Slope Stability 3 CEM-802 3
and Control
CE-828 Advance Geotechnical Design 3 GIS & Remote Sensing Application
GIS-802 3
Civil Engg
CE-829 Geotechnical Site Investigation 3
Natural Hazards and Disaster Man-
CE-831 Advance Soil Mechanics 3 GIS-842 3
agement
CE-836 Construction Management 3 GIS-884 Advance Regression Analysis 3
CE-858 Dam Engineering 3 CE-999 PhD Thesis 30
CE-840 Nano-Secrets in Concrete 3
Performance-based Seismic Design
CE-842 3
of Structures
CE-851 Vibration Control of Structures 3
Earthquake Seismology and Earth-
CE-810 3
quake Hazard
Advanced Instrumentation and
ME-820 3
Experimental Methods
ME-812 Advanced Control Systems-1 3
ME-815 Advanced Modeling and Simulation 3

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MS and PhD Urban & Regional Planning
Programme Description
The Department of Urban & Regional Planning in National Institute of Transportation (NIT) at School of Civil & Environmental
Engineering (SCEE) offers a graduate / PhD degree. The objectives of the Urban & Regional Planning Programme are:
a. To provide profound understanding of the forces that give meaning and value to built-environment through acts of

SCEE
creation, design, construction and analysis.
b. The proposed programme will produce professionals equipped with academic knowledge and practical/field skills to
tackle challenges of urbanized world.
c. To serve the people of Pakistan through professionally trained leaders in the field of Urban & Regional Planning.

Why Join This Program

The Master of Science degree in Urban and Regional Planning is designed to prepare students for leadership roles and careers in
the public and private sectors for the purpose of planning and designing communities and regions. The programme has a strong
focus on land use planning; design; policy; and economic, environmental, and cultural issues that shape urban and regional land
development patterns in terms of infrastructure, housing, and open space systems. Emphasis is placed on developing research
capabilities and graphic skills needed in planning and design. The program’s primary focus is to prepare students to become
practitioners in the planning profession.

Coursework Programme Code-158

Core Courses
Course Code Course Title Credits
URP-801 Advanced Planning Techniques 3
URP-804 Regional Development Planning 3
URP-805 Urban & Regional Transportation Systems 3
URP-806 Sustainable Urban Land-Use Planning 3
URP-899 MS Thesis 6
Electives
URP-802 Comparative Urban Planning 3
URP-803 Planning Research Methods 3
URP-807 Disaster Management 3
URP-808 Social Engineering for Sustainable Development 3
URP-813 Special Topics in Urban & Regional Planning 3
URP-902 Contemporary Urban Planning 3
URP-913 Special Topics in Urban & Regional Planning 3

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 MS & PhD Construction Engineering & Management
About the University

The course is designed to prepare potential industry leaders, capable of implementing the best engineering and management
practices and technologies in construction industry.

Why join this program?

In Construction Engineering and Management, civil engineers manage and direct physical construction of a project from start to
finish. This field is also known as construction management. Construction engineers apply the knowledge of construction methods
and equipment along with principles of financing, scheduling, planning, organisation, and coordination to convert paper designs
into completed usable facilities. They maintain a continuous record of personnel, time, materials, and costs and prepare periodic
reports depicting the project’s progress to completion.

Coursework Programme Code-154

Core Courses
Course Code Course Title Credits
CEM-801 Construction Project Administration 3
CEM-802 Construction Planning, Scheduling and Control 3
CEM-805 Safety Management in Construction 3
CE-898 Contract Management 3
CEM-899 MS Thesis 6

Elective Courses CEM-812 Sustainable Construction 3

Course Code Course Title Credits Supply Chain Management in
CEM-813 3
Construction
CE-803 Concrete Materials and Technology 3
Human Resources Management in
CE-829 Geotechnical Site Investigation 3 CEM-814 3
Construction
Water Supply and Wastewater CEM-816 Building Information Modeling 2+1
CE-835 3
Engineering
Introduction to Modeling and
CE-836 Construction Management 3 CSE-800 3
Analysis
Urban Flood Management and Policies, Planning and Strategies
CE-843 3 DM-801 3
Disaster Risk Mitigation for Disaster Management
Modeling Theory and Information Disaster Risk and Vulnerabilities
CE-846 3 DM-802 3
Management Assessment
Pavement Rehabilitation & Disaster Risk Reduction and
CE-861 3 DM-803 3
Management Preparedness
CE-862 Pavement Materials Engineering 3 DM-804 Disaster Response and Recovery 3
CE-863 Transportation Planning 3 Community Based Disaster Risk
DM-811 3
CE-866 Airport Engineering 3 Management

Water Resources, Economics, Environmental Framework on

CE-886 3 DM-812 3
Planning and Management Disasters
Earthquake Disaster Assessment
CE-897 Special Topics in Civil Engineering 3 DM-821 3
and Mitigation
Economic Decision Analysis in
CEM-803 3 Fundamentals of Disaster
Construction DME-801 3
Management
Construction Cost Estimating and
CEM-804 3 ENE-802 Environmental Impact Assessment 3
Control
Construction Equipment ENE-804 Energy and Environment 3
CEM-806 3
Management ENE-843 Environmental Health and Safety 3
CEM-807 Risk Management in Construction 3 ENV-844 Sustainable Development 3
Construction Quality & ESE-812 Energy Management in Buildings 3
CEM-811 3
Productivity Management

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 GIS & Remote Sensing Application Additional Courses
GIS-802 3
for Civil Engineering
CE-803 Concrete Materials and Technology 3
GIS-836 Management of Energy Resources 3
RM-898 Research Methodology 2
Infrastructure and Transport
GIS-854 3 "SEM/
Planning Seminar / Workshop 1
WKSP 897"

SCEE
Planning and Management of
GIS-856 3
Housing
STAT-835 Probability and Statistics 3
SYSE-806 Complex Systems and Dynamics 2+1
URP-804 Regional Development Planning 3
Social Engineering for Sustainable
URP-808 3
Development

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 Institute of Environmental Science & Engineering (IESE)
IESE is a leading research institute in Pakistan that graduates culturally enlightened, technologically knowledgeable, academically
competent, and research-oriented productive citizens who are prepared to lead, inspire and serve humanity. It offers BE
Environmental Engineering, MS Environmental Engineering, MS Environmental Science, PhD Environmental Engineering and PhD
Environmental Science degrees.
SCEE

Bachelors in Environmental Engineering

This programme, at the Institute of Environmental Science and Engineering, aims to produce environmental engineers with a
sound theoretical foundation and practical knowledge of science and engineering principles to improve the environment for
human habitation and to remediate polluted sites. This degree programme addresses water and air pollution control, recycling,
waste disposal, and public health issues. It also includes studies on the environmental impact of proposed construction projects
through Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA).

Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs)

»» Graduate will acquire engineering knowledge and skills to address environmental concerns at national and international
level.
»» Graduate will progress in their professions while demonstrating continual improvement in interpersonal and collaborative
skills.
»» Graduate will demonstrate their professional and societal obligations displaying high moral and ethical standards.
»» Graduate will remain committed towards leering through postgraduate education and continued development of technical
and managerial skills.

Scheme of Studies Programme Code-E 609

Semester-I Semester-II
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
Introduction to Environmental Engi-
ENE-101 3(3+0) ME-100 Engineering Mechanics 3(3-0)
neering
HU-100 English 2(2-0) ENE-111 Introduction to Microbiology 3(3-0)

MATH-101 Calculus & Analytical Geometry 3(3-0) ME-104 Engineering Drawing 2(0-2)
HU-101 Islamic Studies 2(2-0) HU-107 Pakistan Studies 2(2-0)
PHY-102 Applied Physics 3(2-1) HU-109 Communication Skills 2(2-0)
Linear Algebra and Ordinary Differ-
ME-105 Workshop Practice 1(0-1) MATH-121 3(3-0)
ential Equations
CS-114 Fundamentals of Programming 3(2-1) ENE-251 Ecological Management 2(2-0)
Total 17(14-3) Total 17(15-2)

Semester-III Semester-IV
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
Computer Aided Design and Draft-
ENE-213 Environmental Chemistry 3(2-1) ENE-262 4(2-2)
ing
CE-183 Surveying 3(1-2) HU-212 Technical and Business Writing 2(2-0)
MATH-361 Probability & Statistics 3(3-0) MATH-331 Numerical Analysis 3(3-0)
CE-253 Fluid Mechanics 4(3-1) ENE-252 Environmental Economics 2(2-0)
ENE-212 Environmental Microbiology 3(2-1) ME-204 Thermodynamics 4(3-1)
Total 16(11-5) EE-101 Electrical Technology 3(2-1)
Total 18(14-4)

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Semester-V Semester-VI
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
Water Treatment and Supply Net-
ENE-302 4(3-1) ENE-353 Project Planning & Management 2(2-0)
work Design
Introduction to GIS and Remote
GIE-201 3(2-1) ENE-303 Wastewater Collection &Treatment 4(3-1)
Sensing

SCEE
CE-223 Soil Mechanics 4(3-1) Elective - I 3(3-0)
Environmental Engineering Lab
CE-356 Engineering Hydrology 4(3-1) ENE-304 4(2-2)
Techniques
ENE-435 Cleaner Production Techniques 2(2-0) MGT-271 Entrepreneurship 2(2-0)
ENE-332 Environmental Impact Assessment 2(2-0)
Total 17(13-4) Total 17(14-3)

Semester-VII Semester-VIII
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
Water Resources & Irrigation Engi- 3(2.5-
HU-222 Professional Ethics 2(2-0) CE-454
neering 0.5)
ENE-434 Environmental Health & Safety 2(2-0) ENE-454 Energy Resources and Management 3(3-0)
ENE-421 Solid Waste Management 3(3-0) Elective - II 3(3-0)
ENE-442 Water Pollution Control 3(3-0) Elective - III 3(3-0)
ENE-441 Air & Noise Pollution Control 4(3-1) CSL-401 Community Service Learning Course 2(0-2)
ENE-499 Final Year Project - I 3(0-3) ENE-499 Final Year Project - II 3(0-3)
17(11.5-
Total 17(13-4) Total
5.5)
Grand Total 136

Elective Courses
List of Elective Courses
Course Code Course Title Credits
CHE-441 Fermentation Technology 3(3-0)
»» Marine Pollution Control CHE-442 Membrane Technology 3(3-0)
»» Mechanics of Solids GOE-341 Geosciences 3(3-0)
»» Structural Analysis and Design ENE-422 Industrial Waste Management 3(3-0)
»» Environmental Modeling ENE-455 Environmental Modeling 3(3-0)
»» Environmental Management in Emergencies CE-207 Structural Analysis 3(3-0)
»» Transportation Engineering CE-242 Transportation Engineering 3(3-0)
Quantity Surveying and Cost Estima-
»» Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant Design CE-372 3(3-0)
tion
Total 24

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 MS/PhD Environmental Engineering/Environmental Science
As postgraduate programmes, the research themes are directed towards local environmental issues. IESE can address real-life
challenges and, as a result, benefit people from all walks of life. Our research benefits from strong synergy that has been developed
between science, engineering and management disciplines. This provides a powerful combination of skills and capability that
ensures both industrial relevance and academic rigor. This complements our state-of-the-art research and development facilities
that differentiate the IESE research activities from other universities/institutes.
SCEE

Research Focus
Well thought-out courses build an understanding of the fundamental principles of physical, chemical, and biological processes,
employing mathematics and computational tools where relevant. The programme strives for appropriate balance between theory,
computation and experimental observation, including both laboratory and field-scale experiments. It offers a healthy balance
between research and practical application.

Research Facilities
IESE has a wide range of facilities and equipment to support research activities. Some of our key facilities include: Atomic
Absorption Spectrophotometer, Gas Chromatography, X-Ray Fluorescence, Laser Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy, Laser Particle
Size Analyzer, Total Organic Carbon Analyzer, Thermocycler, Fluorescent imaging, UV/Vis Spectrophotometer, etc.
Teaching & Research labs are available in the institute which include Water and Wastewater Lab, Environmental Biotechnology
Lab, Air, Noise & Solid Waste Lab, Microbiology Lab, Chemistry Lab, Instrumentation Lab and Computer Lab to facilitate students
to promote their research work in their respective areas.

MS/PhD in Environmental Engineering

This programme addresses subject themes such as physico-chemical processes in Environmental Systems, Wastewater Treatment
and Design, Solid Waste Management, and Environmental Chemistry and Microbiology. It includes courses on Modelling of
Environmental Systems, Water Resource Management, Industrial and Hazardous Waste Management, Remote Sensing and GIS,
Contaminated Site Remediation, etc.

MS/PhD in Environmental Science

The postgraduate (PG) degree in Environmental Science aims to produce environmental scientists with a sound theoretical
foundation and practical knowledge of basic and advanced science principles to improve the environment from pollutant sources
such as air, water, soil, etc. This degree programme offers courses in disciplines such as Environmental Biotechnology, Environmental
Chemistry, Pollution Control Technologies, Environmental Impact Assessment, Environmental Analytical Techniques, Environmental
Microbiology, Environmental Policy, Health Safety and Environment. It also includes courses on the Freshwater Ecology, Municipal
Environmental Geology, Environmental Biotechnology, Statistics for Environmental
Analysis, Wetland Management, Remote Sensing and GIS, etc.

Associated Careers
»» Service in the federal or provincial environment departments/Divisions or environmental protection agencies
»» Affiliation with NGOs, international donors and development agencies such as World Bank, Islamic Development Bank, UNDP,
UNICEF, UNEP, etc.
»» Environmental engineering portfolio
»» Environmental management in the industry
»» Academics
»» Waste management companies in major cities. WAPDA, WASA.

Why study Environmental Science and Engineering?

Demand for professionals of Environmental Engineering & Scientists is rising every day. Environmental scientists and engineers
solve problems related to:
»» Water Pollution
»» Air Pollution Control
»» Wastewater Treatment
»» Noise Pollution Control
»» Industrial Waste Management
»» Municipal Solid Waste Management
»» Site Remediation
»» EIA Development & Green Growth

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MS & PhD Environmental Engineering (Evening)
Programme Description
The course is designed to provide professional engineers with sound theoretical knowledge of basic scientific and engineering
principles that would enable them to address the local or global environmental issues in an effective manner.

SCEE
MS/PhD Coursework Programme Code-651
Core Courses
Course Code Course Title Credits
ENE-809 Wastewater Treatment and Design 3
ENE-813 Physico-Chemical Processes in Environmental Engineering 3
ENE-807 Air and Noise Pollution Control 3
ENE-822 Solid and Hazardous Waste Management 3
ENE-899 MS Thesis 6

Elective Courses (Any three of the following)

ENS-801 Environmental Analytical Techniques 3
ENE-802 Environmental Impact Assessment 3
ENE-805 Water Resources Management 3
ENE-812 Modeling of Environmental Systems 3
ENE-825 Agricultural Pollution and Control 3
ENE-840 Membrane Tech for Water & Wastewater Treatment 3
ENE-843 Environmental Health and Safety 3
ENE-921 Contaminated Site Remediation 3
ENE-922 Environmental Biotechnology 3
ENE-923 Advanced Analytical Techniques 2+1
ENE-924 Special Topics in Environmental Engineering 3
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 MS & PhD Environmental Science (Evening)
Programme Description
The course is designed to produce scientists with a sound theoretical knowledge of the basic science, economic and ecological
policy & management principles that would enable them to address the local or global environmental issues in an effective
manner.
SCEE

MS/PhD Coursework Programme Code-652

Core Courses
Course Code Course Title Credits
ENS 801 Environmental Analytical Techniques 3

ENS 827 Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation 3

ENS 810 Research Methods in Environmental Sciences 3

ENS 808 Strategic Environmental Assessment 3

ENS 899 MS Thesis 6

Elective Courses (Any Three of the following)

Course Code Course Title Credits
ENS 804 Energy and Environment 3

ENS 806 Environmental Policy & Governance 3

ENS 820 Environmental Chemistry 3

ENS 822 Solid and Hazardous Waste Management 3

ENS 823 Applied Environmental Microbiology 3

ENS 824 Freshwater Ecology 3

ENS 825 Agrochemicals in the Environment 3

ENS 826 Environmental Biotechnology 3

ENS 832 Remote Sensing & GIS Applications in Environment 3

ENS 829 Environmental Risk Assessment and Management 3

ENS 843 Health, Safety and Environmental Management 3

ENS 850 Advances in Plant Ecology 3

ENS 852 Advance Analytical Techniques 3

ENS 854 Principles and Applications of Bioremediation 3

ENS 855 Carbon Sequestration and Environment 3

ENS 860 Treatment and Management of Wastewater 3

ENS 901 Special Topics in Environmental Science 3

ENS 999 PhD Thesis 30

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Institute of Geographical Information System (IGIS)
IGIS is the first-of-its-kind higher education institute in Pakistan where state-of-the-art spatial education is delivered. The institute
offers four-year Bachelors of Engineering in Geoinformatics, two-year Masters in Remote Sensing & GIS and PhD in Remote Sensing
& GIS. The institute has well-experienced teaching faculty holding PhD and MS degrees from foreign universities who are actively
involved in research and development. IGIS conducts short courses from time to time according to the demand of industry in GIS
and Remote Sensing related disciplines. IGIS has also signed several MOUs with other national and international organization/

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institutes for collaboration in research.
In the years ahead, we hope to pursue, with renewed vigor and zeal; our vision is to expand not only our academic programmes but
also the student intake, without diluting our traditional standards of excellence. Our graduates are working in public and private
sectors getting salary comparatively high then other discipline. Some of the well-known organizations which require Geoinformatics
skills include but not limited to Planning Commission, SUPARCO, Survey of Pakistan, Pakistan Meteorological Department, Punjab
Urban Unit, Soil Survey of Pakistan, Army Survey Group, C4I, LMKT, FWO, GCISC, Urban Policy Unit KPK, DHA Islamabad and
Lahore, NESPAK, WWF, UNDP etc. Similarly there are number of startups which are actively seeking Geoinformatics graduates. It is
envisaged that Geoinformatics will be widely used as a planning mechanism in e government and g-government era.

Bachelors in Geoinformatics Engineering

Programme Educational Objectives
IGIS has defined and established its Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs) keeping in view the desirable attributes of our
graduates and with valued input from stakeholders. The educational objectives of undergraduate Geoinformatics Engineering
programme at IGIS-SCEE are:
»» Graduates will be highly competent and employable demonstrating Geoinformatics knowledge and skills.
»» Graduates will be leaders demonstrating effective teamwork and interpersonal skills.
»» Graduates will discharge their professional and societal obligations displaying high moral and ethical standards.
»» Graduates will pursue lifelong learning through postgraduate education and continued development of technical and
managerial skills.

The PEOs for Geoinformatics Engineering programme are also aligned with vision and mission of university and IGIS.

Programme Learning Objectives

1. Engineering Knowledge 2. Problem Analysis 3. Design/Development of Solutions 4. Investigation 5. Modern Tool Usage 6. The
Engineer and Society 7. Environment and Sustainability 8. Ethics 9. Individual and Team Work 10. Communication 11. Project
Management 12. Lifelong Learning

Bachelors in Geoinformatics Engineering Programme Code: G 636

Semester-I Semester-II
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
HU-100 English 2-0 GIE-103 Introduction to GIS 2-1
CS-114 Fundamentals of Programming 2-1 HU-107 Pakistan Studies 2-0
HU-101 Islamic Studies 2-0 MATH-121 Linear Algebra and Ordinary Differen- 3-0
tial Equations
MATH-101 Calculus & Analytical Geometry 3-0 ME-104 Engineering Drawing 0-2
ME-105 Workshop Practice 0-1 HU-109 Communication Skills 2-0
PHY-102 Applied Physics 2-1 CS-212 Object Oriented Programming 3-1
GIE-100 Geography 3-0
TotaI 14-3 TotaI 12-4

Semester-III Semester-IV
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
GIE-104 Introduction to Remote Sensing 2-1 GIE-112 Computer Aided GI Drawing 1-2
ECO-130 Engineering Economics 2-0 GIE-203 Digital Mapping & Image Processing 2-1
CE-182 Surveying-I 2-1 GIE-204 Photogrammetry 2-1
MATH-222 Linear Algebra 3-0 GIE-205 Spatial Data Analysis 2-1
CS-250 Data Structures and Algorithms 3-1 HU-212 Technical & Business Writing 2-0
MATH-361 Probability & Statistics 3-0 CE-223 Soil Mechanics 3-1
Total 15-3 Total 12-6

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 Semester-V Semester-VI
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
GIE-306 Cartography and Map Production 2-1 GIE-409 Spatial Databases 2-1
GIE-312 Geodesy and Map Projections 2-1 GIE-415 GPS Surveying 1-2
GIE-321 Database Management Systems 2-1 GIE-414 Land use Planning 2-1
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GIE-341 Geosciences 3-0 GIE-474 Web GIS 2-1

GIE-342 GIS Applications 2-1 GIE- Elective II 3
GIE- Elective I 3-0 GIE Elective III 3
Total 14-4 Total 13-5

Semester-VII Semester-VIII
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
HU-222 Professional Ethics 2-0 MGT-271 Entrepreneurship 2-0
GIE-419 Spatial Decision Support Systems 2-1 GIE-499 Project II (GI Design Project) 0-3
GIE-499 Project I (GI Design Project) 0-3 GIE- Elective VI 3-1
GIE-475 Geospatial Project Management 2-0 GIE- Elective VII 3
GIE- Elective IV 3 *Community Service 2
GIE- Elective V 3 Total 8-4
Total 12-4 Grand Total CHs 133

*2 Credit Hours compulsory course (non-credit)

Elective Courses
Civil Engineering
Course Code Course Title Credits
CE-357 Water Resources Engineering and Management 3
CE-453 Water Resources and Irrigation Engineering 4
CE-357 Water Resources Engineering and Management 3
CE-453 Water Resources and Irrigation Engineering 4
CE-121 Engineering Geology 3
CE-371 Construction Project Management 3
CE- 457 Irrigation Engineering 3
CE- 462 River Engineering 3

Computer Science / Electronics Engineering

Course Code Course Title Credits
EE-231 Signals and Systems 3
CS-423 Data Warehousing and Data Mining 4
*CS-471 Machine Learning 4
EC-312 Digital Image Processing 3
CS- 340 Web Technologies-I 3
Geoinformatics
GIE-471 GIS Programming 3
*GIE-473 Integrated Geo-Technologies 3
Natural Resources Management
ENE-101 Introduction to Environmental Engineering 3
*ENE-405 Water Supply and Waste Water Engineering 4
GIE-451 Elements of Weather 3
*GIE -453 Environmental Impact Assessment 3
*GIE-455 Renewable Energy Resources 3

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Land Use Planning
GIE-461 Regional Planning and Management 3
GIE-462 Introduction to Urban and Transport Planning 3
GIE-463 Land Information System in Third world 3
GIE-465 Fundamentals of Urban Planning 3

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GIE-465 Fundamentals of Urban Planning 3
CEM-300 Procurement Management 3
Special Topics
GIE-482 Special Topic in GIS 3
GIE-483 Special Topic in RS 3

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 MS & PhD Remote Sensing and Geographical Information Programme Code: 625
Core Courses
Course Code Course Title Credits
GIS-801 Advanced Geographical Information System 2+1=3
SCEE

GIS-811 Advanced Remote Sensing and Image Processing 2+1=3

GIS-821 Advanced Geodatabase and Programming 2+1=3
GIS-902 Spatial Analysis and Modeling 2+1=3
RM-898 Research Methodology 2+0=2*
*2 Credit Hours compulsory course (non-credit)
GIS-898 MS Thesis 6

Elective Courses (Any four of the following) GIS-843 Environmental Pollution 3

GIS for Agriculture and Natural
GIS-820 3 GIS-848 Spatial Epidemiology 3
Resources
GIS-803 GIS Pattern Analysis 3 Land use Planning and Manage-
GIS-851 3
ment
GIS Application Software GIS-853 Urban Planning 3
GIS-804 3
Development
GIS-806 Spatial Statistics 3 GIS-865 Land Information System 3
GIS-871 Geodesy 3
GIS-810 Photogrammetry 3
Remote Sensing Application in GIS-874 Web GIS 3
GIS-814 3
Urban Areas
GIS-876 Geo-statistics 3
GIS-815 Engineering Aspects of RS 3
GIS-884 Advanced Regression Analysis 3
GIS-816 Remote Sensing in Hydrology 3
Environmental Impact
Remote Sensing of the Environ- ENE-802 3
GIS-817 3 Assessment
ment
Advanced Spatial Data Manage-
GIS-834 Hydrology and Water Resources 3 GIS-903 3
ment
GIS-838 Spatial Hydrology 3 Microwave and Hyperspectral
GIS-913 3
Natural Hazards and Disaster Remote Sensing
GIS-842 3
Management

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PhD in Remote Sensing and Geographical Information Programme Code: 625

Course Code Course Title Credits

GIS-902 Spatial Analysis and Modeling 3

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GIS-912 Advanced Digital Image Processing 3
GIS-903 Advanced Spatial Data Management 3
GIS-913 Microwave and Hyperspectral Remote Sensing 3
GIS-914 Advanced Mapping Technology 3
GIS-803 GIS Pattern Analysis 3
GIS-804 GIS Application Software Development 3
GIS-806 Spatial Statistics 3
GIS-810 Photogrammetry 3
GIS-814 Remote Sensing Application in Urban Areas 3
GIS-815 Engineering Aspects of RS 3
GIS-816 Remote Sensing in Hydrology 3
GIS-817 Remote Sensing of the Environment 3
GIS-820 GIS for Agriculture and Natural Resources 3
GIS-834 Hydrology and Water Resources 3
GIS-838 Spatial Hydrology 3
GIS-842 Natural Hazards and Disaster Management 3
GIS-843 Environmental Pollution 3
GIS-848 Spatial Epidemiology 3
GIS-851 Land use Planning and Management 3
GIS-853 Urban Planning 3
GIS-865 Land Information System 3
GIS-871 Geodesy 3
GIS-874 Web GIS 3
GIS-876 Geo-statistics 3
GIS-884 Advanced Regression Analysis 3
ENE-802 Environmental Impact Assessment 3
GIS-903 Advanced Spatial Data Management 3

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 NUST Institute of Civil Engineering (NICE)
The institute is designed and developed on the most modern lines which are tailored to strengthen student’s knowledge in Civil
Engineering and its related specialties. NICE consists of the following departments;
»» Structural Engineering »» Water Resources Engineering
»» Geo Technical Engineering »» Water Resources Management
SCEE

»» Water Resources Engineering and Management »» Glaciology

»» Survey and Geodesy »» Hydro-Informatics
»» International Water Law & Conflict Management
»» Climate Change

Teaching & Research Facilities Library Equipment

Library is fully furnished with new furniture, electronic detec-
Laboratories tor and necessary equipment including computers, photocopy
machines, scanner and printers. Wireless and line internet is
»» Structures also available in the library to access other international and
»» Geotech HEC library.
»» Survey
»» Fluid Mechanics
»» Geology Access to National and International Data-
»» Computer Bases
Line and wireless internet is available in the library to access
Library other libraries. Access to various databases is available:-
The library of the department is equipped with »» McGraw Hill Books
»» Books (hard copies) »» Springer Link
»» Online books through HEC »» ASCE
»» CD’s/DVD’s »» Science Direct
»» MS Theses »» E-brary
»» Manuals »» Jstore
»» Taylor & Francis Journals, etc.

NICE Vision
To excel as a learning seat for research, innovation and technological excellence in civil engineering. Produce internationally
recognized civil engineering graduates who are prepared to lead, are competent to excel as professionals and entrepreneurs and
bear unimpeachable integrity.

NICE Mission
To provide high quality education in civil engineering fundamentals, applications, and skills that prepares graduates for successful
professional careers.

Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs)

»» Graduates will be highly competent and employable demonstrating sound knowledge and skills.
»» Graduates will be leaders demonstrating effective teamwork and interpersonal skills.
»» Graduates will discharge their professional and social obligations displaying high moral and ethical standards.
»» Graduates will pursue lifelong learning through postgraduate education and continued development of technical and mana-
gerial skills.

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Bachelors in Civil Engineering
Scheme of Studies Programme Code-I 601

Semester-I Semester-II

SCEE
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
CE-101 Engineering Mechanics 2.5-0.5 CE-103 Mechanics of Solids-I 2-1

CE-102 Civil Engineering Materials 3-0 CE-121 Engineering Geology 3-0

CE-181 Civil Engineering Drawing 0-2 CE-182 Surveying-I 2-1
Fundamentals of Information & Fundamentals of Computer Pro-
CS-100 2-1 CS-111 2-1
Communication Technologies (ICT) gramming
MATH-101 Calculus and Analytical Geometry 3-0 MATH-104 Differential Equations & Transforms 3-0
Introduction to Electrical Engineer-
EE-100 1.5-0.5 ME-103 Mechanical Engineering 1.5-0.5
ing
HU-109 Communication Skills 2-0 Total 17

Total 18

Semester-III Semester-IV
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
CE-205 Mechanics of Solids-II 2-1 CE-206 Structural Analysis-I 3-0

CE-241 Transportation Engineering-I 3-0 CE-222 Soil Mechanics-I 2-1

CE-251 Fluid Mechanics-I 2-1 CE-342 Transportation Engineering-II 2-1

CE-286 Surveying-II 1-2 CE-252 Fluid Mechanics-II 2-1

HU-101 Islamic Studies 2-0 CE-287 Geo-Informatics 2-1

MATH-352 Numerical Methods 2-1 MATH-361 Probability and Statistics 3-0

Total 17 Total 18

Semester-V Semester-VI
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
CE-307 Structural Analysis-II 4-0 CE-309 Structural Analysis-III 3-0

CE-308 Plain & Reinforced Concrete-I 3-1 CE-310 Plain & Reinforced Concrete-II 3-1
Public Health Engineering (Water
CE-324 Soil Mechanics-II 2-1 CE-355 2-1
Supply and Sanitary Engg)
Computer Aided Civil Engineering
CE-354 Engineering Hydrology 1.5-0.5 CE-388 1-2
Design and Graphics
CE-371 Construction Project Management 2-1 HU-107 Pakistan Studies 2-0

CE-372 Building Construction & Estimation 3-0 CE- Elective-I 3-0

TOTAL 19 Total 18

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 Semester-VII Semester-VIII
About the University

Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
CE-373 Construction Machinery 1-1 CE-458 Irrigation Engineering 2.5-0.5
CE-499 Project 3-0 CE-499 Project 0-3
CE-411 Steel Structures 3-0 HU-222 Professional Ethics 2-0
HU-212 Technical & Business Writing 2-0 MGT-271 Entrepreneurship 2-0
ARCH-305 Architecture & Town Planning 2-0 CE- Elective-III 3-0
ECO-130 Engineering Economics 2-0 CSL-401 Community Service Learning 1-1
CE- Elective-II 3-0 Total 15
Total 17 Grand Total 139

Elective Courses
Structures
CE-412 Design of Concrete Structures 3-0
CE-413 Design of Steel Structures 3-0
CE-414 Bridge Engineering 3-0
CE-415 Special Application Structures 3-0
CE-416 Earthquake Engineering 3-0
CE-410 Structural Fire Engineering
Geotech
CE-425 Introduction to Rock Mechanics 3-0
CE-426 Slope Stability 3-0
CE-427 Soil and Site Improvement 3-0
CE-428 Design & Construction of Earthen Dams 3-0
CE-429 Introduction to Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering 3-0
CE-430 Applied Soil Mechanics 2-1
CE-431 Investigation and Instrumentation in Geotechnical Engineering 2-1
CE-440 Design of Tunnels and Underground Structures 3-0
Water Resources
CE-459 Hydraulic Engineering 3-0
CE-460 Computational Hydraulics 3-0
CE-461 Open Channel Flow 3-0
CE-462 River Engineering 3-0
Construction Management 3-0
ENE-433 Environment Management & Impact Assessment 3-0
CE-474 Construction Project Scheduling 3-0
HRM-443 Human Resource Management in Construction 3-0
CE-476 Construction Contract Management 3-0
Transportation
CE-443 Pavement Design & Rehabilitation 3-0
CE-444 Traffic Engineering & Safety 2.5-0.5
CE-445 Road Construction, Materials & Practices 2.5-0.5
CE-446 Geometric Design of Highway 2.5-0.5

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MS & PhD Geotechnical Engineering

About the University

The course focuses on strengthening students’ knowledge in geotechnical engineering, exposing them to issues related to
engineering geology, geotechnic foundation engineering, geological and rock engineering, hydrology, soil structure and pavement
design/analysis/rehabilitation.

Why join this program?

Geotechnical Engineering provides flexibility, broad subject coverage, high quality delivery and excellent job prospects on
graduation. The course allows development of important technical aspects associated with Geotechnical Engineering. It provides
the students with comprehensive and diverse understanding of Geotechnical Engineering which will allow the students to
develop their careers. It is not only successful in providing essential technical aspects in the subject, but also allows a sound
practical application of the skills learnt.

MS and PhD Coursework Programme Code-150

Core Courses
Course Code Course Title Credits
CE 821 Soil and Site Improvement 3 CE 880 Groundwater Hydrology 3
CE 828 Advanced Geotechnical Design 3 CE 885 Groundwater Exploration 3
Design & Construction of Water Resources Economics,
CE 837 3 CE 886 3
Earthen Dams Planning & Management
CE 829 Geotechnical Site Investigation 3 CE 888 Watershed Management 3
Irrigation & Drainage
CE 899 MS Thesis 6 CE 889 3
Engineering
Elective Courses CE 890 Ground Water Modeling 3

CE 830 Rock Mechanics-II 3 CE 844 Hydropower Engineering 3

Pavement Rehabilitation &
CE 836 Construction Management 3 CE 861 3
Management
CE 841 Earth Structures 3 CE 862 Pavement Materials Engineering 3
Special Topics in Civil
CE 860 Pavement Design and Analysis 3 CE 897 3
Engineering
CE 881 Soil Dynamics 3 CE 898 Contract Management 3
Construction Planning,
STAT 835 Probability & Statistics 3 CEM 802 3
Scheduling and Control
CE 823 Slope Stability 3 Construction Equipment
CEM 806 3
Management
CE 824 Mechanical Properties of Soil 3 Risk Management in
CEM 807 3
CE 831 Advanced Soil Mechanics 3 Construction
URP 904 Urban Mass Transit 3
CE 884 Rock Mechanics-I 3
GIS & RS and Its Application for
Concrete Materials & GIS 802 3
CE 803 3 Civil Engg
Technology
Pre-stressed Concrete GIS 807 Theory of GIS 3
CE 804 3
Structures GIS 815 Engineering Aspects of RS 3
CE 806 Reinforced Concrete Members 3 Soil Geomorphology and
GIS 833 3
CE 808 Finite Element Method 3 Classification
Natural Hazards and Disaster
CE 818 Coastal Engineering 3 GIS 842 3
Management
Water Supply and Wastewater Solid & Hazardous Waste
CE 835 3 ENE 822 3
Engg Management
CE 872 Applied Hydrology 3
ENE 921 Contaminated Site Remediation 3
CE 873 River Engineering 3
ENV 848 Environmental Geology 3
CE 875 Computational Hydraulics 3
CE 999 PhD Thesis 30
CE 876 Sediment Transport 3

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 MS & PhD Water Resource Engineering & Management
The course enables students to appreciate the wide range of activities related to Water Resources Engineering and produce
engineering experts with updated knowledge in the fields of Water Resources, Hydrology and Environmental Management.

Why join this program?

SCEE

Preservation and systematic regulation of water resources is the dire need of the present era. This course provides maximum job
opportunities to students to work in different departments in the country.

MS Coursework Programme Code-153

Core Courses
Course Code Course Title Credits

CE-871 Advanced Open Channel Hydraulics 3

CE-872 Applied Hydrology 3

CE-873 River Engineering 3
CE-875 Computational Hydraulics 3
CE-899 MS Thesis 6

MS and PhD COURSES

Elective Courses CE 879 Design of Hydraulic Structures 3

Course Code Course Title Credits Water Resources Economics, Plan-

CE 886 3
ning & Management
CE 810 Hydrodynamics 3
CE 883 Hydrologic System Modeling 3
Data-Driven Modeling and Real-
CE 811 3 CE 885 Groundwater Exploration 3
Time Control of Water Systems
Modeling Theory and Information CE 888 Watershed Management 3
CE 812 3
Management CE 889 Irrigation & Drainage Engineering 3
CE 813 River Flood Modeling 3 Geographic Information Systems in
CE 892 3
Water Resources
CE 818 Coastal Engineering 3
STAT 835 Probability & Statistics 3
CE 821 Soil and Site Improvement 3
Design & Construction of Earthen
CE 837 3
CE 832 River Basin Modeling 3 Dams
Urban Flood Management and CE 824 Mechanical Properties of Soils 3
CE 833 3
Disaster Risk Mitigation
CE 829 Geotechnical Site Investigation 3
Climate Change and Hydrological
CE 834 3 CE 897 Special Topics in Civil Engineering 3
Cycle
GIS & Remote Sensing (RS) Applica-
CE 836 Construction Management 3 GIS 802 3
tion for Civil Engg
CE 822 Water Law & Policy 3 ENE 802 Environmental Impact Assessment 3
Planning, Development & Manage- Water Supply and Waste Water
CE 838 3 ENE 824 3
ment of Hydropower Systems Collection Systems
CE 839 Design of Hydropower Plants 3 ENE 827 Solid Waste Management 3
CE 844 Hydropower Engineering 3 ENE 887 Water Quality Modeling 3
CE 848 Groundwater Hydrology 3 URP 807 Disaster Management 3
CE 850 Hydrometeorology 3 URP 903 Urban Hydrology 3

CE 856 Groundwater Modeling 3 CE 999 PhD Thesis 30

CE 858 Dam Engineering 3

CE 876 Sediment Transport 3
CE 878 Water Management Computations 3

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School of Mechanical &

About the University

Manufacturing Engineering
(SMME), Islamabad

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 School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering
The School of Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering (M 604) competitive pressures, leadership qualities, team performance,
has been established to prepare human resource with essential and an expanded understanding of technologies required
skills in Mechanical Engineering and related disciplines. Its for industry for effective utilisation of human and financial
SMME

areas of specialisation include manufacturing, automobile and resources.

power/energy sectors so as to prepare its graduates to perform The programmes are designed to inculcate the following
effectively in the technological world. Though newly established, attributes and skills in the students:
it has state-of-the-art laboratories related to mechanical and
manufacturing fields. In addition, high-tech laboratories of »» Ability to design and conduct experiments, analyse
Robotics, Biomedical and Manufacturing Resource Center data, use relevant tools/models and evaluate alternative
(MRC) have also been developed. mechanical/thermal/manufacturing system designs based
on technical/non-technical criteria
The School is running undergraduate programme in Mechanical
Engineering and MS and PhD in Mechanical Engineering, »» Capability of providing leadership while working in a team,
Robotics & Intelligent Machine Engineering, Design & exhibiting a high degree of professionalism
Manufacturing Engineering (DME) and Biomedical Engineering.
SMME will start MS and PhD in Biomedical Engineering from fall »» Ability to work in diverse environments and address
2012/13 onwards. The programmes have been developed to multidisciplinary challenges
address a growing concern within industry that fresh graduates
do not meet the expectations of today’s corporate and industry »» Strength and critical understanding of moral values and
leaders. It has been noted that the current graduates have little professional ethics, with a passion for life-long learning
awareness of the actual state of the industry, its culture, and and self-improvement
the complex interactive management and operating systems
which are based on value-added effort, team performance and »» Ability to visualise and transform their innovation &
result oriented leadership. The graduates of SMME are trained creativity into practical form
to assist the industry in its effort to meet the challenges posed
by domestic and global competition. These graduates will have
the knowledge of corporate culture, its internal and external

Faculty
Dr Mushtaq Khan, HoD Design & Manufacturing Engineering
Dr Shahid Ikramullah Butt, A/Principal & Dean PhD (Loughborough University), UK
PhD (Beijing Institute of Technology), China Discipline: Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering
Discipline: Mechanical, Manufacturing and Automation Specialization: Rapid Prototyping / Laser Manufacturing
Specialization: Industrial Engineering & Digital Manufacturing
Dr Yasar Ayaz, HoD Robotics & Artificial Intelligence
Engr Muhammad Sohail PhD (Tohoku University) Japan
MS (George Washington University), USA Discipline: Robotics Engineering
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering Specialization: Robotics & Machine Intelligence
Specialisation: Structures
Dr Nosheen Fatima, HoD Biomedical Engg & Sciences
Dr Riaz Ahmad Mufti PhD (Université de Caen), France
PhD (University of Leeds) UK Discipline: Biomedical Engineering and Science
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering Specialization: Molecular Microbiology
Specialisation: Automotive Engineering
Dr Khalid Akhtar
Dr Muhammad Sajid, HoD Research PhD (Asian Institute of Technology), Thailand
PhD (University of Cergy Pontiose), France Discipline: Manufacturing Engineering
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering Specialization: Industrial Engineering
Specialization: Computational Fluid Mechanics, Heat Transfer,
Multiphase Flow Dr Samiur Rahman Shah
PhD (Ecole Centrale Nantes), France
Dr Emad Uddin, HoD Mechanical Engineering Discipline: Automotive Engineering
PhD (Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology, Specialisation: Engine Thermodynamics, Combustion and
KAIST), UK Emissions
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
Specialization: Computational fluid dynamics (CFD), Fluid Dr Syed Husain Imran
structure interaction (FSI) PhD (University of Manchester) UK
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
Specialisation: Industrial Manufacturing Engineering

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Dr Syed Omer Gilani tronic Stimulation (FES) Systems
PhD (National University of Singapore), Singapore
Discipline: Robotics and Intelligent Machine Engineering Dr Zaib Ali
Specialization: Visual Neuroscience PhD (University of Cambridge), UK
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
Engr Abdul Naeem Khan Specialization: Engineering/Computational Mechanics

SMME
MS (Michigan State University (MSU), USA
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering Dr Hassan Sajid
Specialization: Thermo-fluids, Propulsion PhD (University of Kentucky) USA
Discipline: Electrical Engineering
Dr Murtaza Najabat Ali Specialization: Electrical Engineering, Controls and Perception
PhD (University of Sheffield), UK
Discipline: Biomedical Engineering and Science Dr Kashif Javed
Specialization: Biomaterials and Bioprosthesis PhD (Åbo Akademi University), Finland
Discipline: Computer Science
Shoaib Ahmed Specialization: Fault Tolerance
MSc (The Royal Institute of Technology KTH), Sweden
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering Dr Syed Ali Abbas Zaidi
Specialization: Optimization and Control Theory PhD (Osaka University), Japan
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
Engr M. Naweed Hassan, DD MRC Specialization: Computational Fluid Dynamics
Bsc (UET Lahore), Pakistan
Discipline: Design and Manufacturing Engineering Dr Muhammad Jawad Khan
Specialization: Military Vehicle Design and Evaluation PhD (Pusan National University), South Korea
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
Dr Aamir Mubashir Specialization: Brain-computer interface/ brain controlled
PhD (Loughborough University), UK robots
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
Specialization: Advanced Mechanics of Materials Dr Najam-ul-Qadir
PhD (King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals), Saudi
Dr Riaz Ahmad Khan Arabia
PhD (NUST), Pakistan Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
Discipline: Applied Mathematics Specialization: Materials Science
Specialization: Elastodynamics
Dr Niaz Bahadur Khan
Mrs Sara Baber Sial PhD (University of Malaya), Malaysia
MS (Middlesex University), London, UK Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering Specialization: Computational Mechanics, CFD

Dr Jawad Aslam Dr Muhammad Asim Waris
PhD (BUAA, Beijing), China PhD (Aalborg University), Denmark
Discipline: Automotive Engineering Discipline: Biomedical
Specialization: Control Theory and System Engineering Specialization: Neural Engg

Dr Muhammad Safdar Dr Sana Waheed

PhD (NUST), Pakistan PhD (Imperial College London), UK
Specialization: Differential Equations Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
Specialization: Computational Solid Mechanics
Dr Mian Ashfaq Ali
MS (Hanyang University), Korea Dr Waqas Khalid
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering PhD (University Name required), (Country)
Specialization: Automotive Engineering
Engr Ikhlaq Khattak
Dr Rehan Zahid PhD (CEME NUST), Pakistan
PhD (University of Malaya), Malaysia Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering Specialization: Mechanical Engineering
Specialization: Mechanical Engineering
Ms Aamna Hassan
Umar Ansari MS (Fatima Jinnah Women University) Pakistan
PhD (University of New South Wales) Australia Discipline: English
Discipline: Biomedical Engineering and Sciences
Specialization: Prosthetic Implants designing, Functional Elec- Mr Muhammad Shams ur Rahman
MA Islamic Studies (University of the Punjab) Pakistan
Discipline: Islamic Studies

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 Hafiz Abdur Rehman Dr Waqas Hassan Tanveer (ON STUDY LEAVE)
MS (King Fahad University) Saudi Arabia PhD (Seoul National University), South Korea
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering Discipline: Mechanical & Aerospace Engg
Specialization: Energy Efficiency (process and simulation)
Muhammad Umer via Industrial Waste Utilization
MS (NUST) Pakistan
SMME

Discipline: Mechanical Engineering Engr Jamal Saeed (ON STUDY LEAVE)

MS (GIKI Topi), Pakistan
Hamza Asif Nizami Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
MS (NUST) Pakistan
Discipline: RIME Naqash Afzal (ON STUDY LEAVE)
Specialization: Robotics BE (Air University) Pakistan
Discipline: Mechatronics
Vaqas Arshad Specialization: Automation and Robotics
MS (State University of New York at Buffalo) USA
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering Engr Khawaja Fahad Iqbal (ON STUDY LEAVE)
Specialization: Dynamics, Control and Mechatronics BE (NUST) Pakistan
Discipline: Robotics and Intelligent Machine Engineering
Engr Wajid Ali Specialization: Mechatronics Engineering
BE (UET) Peshawar, Pakistan
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering Muhammad Adnan Hanif (ON STUDY LEAVE)
MSc (Bleking Institute of Technology) Sweden
Engr Faizan Saifullah Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
BE (NUST) Pakistan Specialization: Structural Mechanics, Strategic Sustainability
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
Engr Muhammad Usman Bhutta (ON STUDY LEAVE)
Engr M Kashif Farooq MS (Technical University Dortmund) Germany
BE (UET Lahore) Pakistan Discipline: Mechatronics
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering Specialization: Process Automation

Engr Muhammad Mansoor Ud Din Fahad Islam (ON STUDY LEAVE)

BE (UET Lahore) Pakistan MS (Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh,PA) USA
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering Discipline: Robotics

Engr Saadia Qamar (ON STUDY LEAVE)

BE (NUST) Pakistan
Discipline: Electrical Engineering

Engr Usman Abdullah (ON STUDY LEAVE)

MS (NUST), Pakistan
Discipline: Mechanical, Automotive

Dr Mohsin Jamil (ON STUDY LEAVE)

PhD (University of Southhampton) UIC
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
Specialization: Control System

Ammar Tariq (ON STUDY LEAVE)

MSc (The Royal Institute of Technology), Sweden
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
Specialization: Engineering Mechanics

Dr Adeeb Shehzad (ON STUDY LEAVE)

PhD (Life Sciences), South Korea
Discipline: Biomedical Engineering and Sciences
Specialization: Cancer Biology & Biochemistry

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Establishment of Medical Devices Development Centre (MDDC) at
National University of Science and Technology (NUST), Islamabad
A cardiac stent manufacturing facility which was funded by Ministry of Science &Technology MoST, Government of Pakistan to
NUST for the production of Angioplasty Balloon Catheter (which is used as a delivery system of cardiac stents).

SMME
Currently, NUST has established its Medical Devices Development Centre (MDDC) in a temporary arrangement for the production
of Bare Metal Cardiac Stents (BMS) and Angioplasty Balloon Catheters by configuring one of its current academic buildings into a
production facility for both BMS and Angioplasty Balloon Catheter. Since the production capacity of this temporary Manufacturing
setup is limited (i.e. 12000-13000 BMS per annum) and there is no provision for the production of Drug Eluting Stents (DES) in the
current manufacturing setup, therefore, a new PC-I was approved by MoST under the directive of Prime Minister Office for the
establishment of purpose-built Medical Devices Development Centre (MDDC) at NUST. The new building is expected to complete
within a year DES will also be developed.

Establishment of National Centre of Artificial Intelligence (NCAI)

at National University of Science and Technology (NUST),
Islamabad
The National Center of Artificial Intelligence (NCAI) is the latest technology initiatives of Government of Pakistan under the gov-
ernment’s Vision 2025 plan for Pakistan which envisions creating a modern and prosperous Pakistan by the year 2025. NCAI is
designed to become the leading hub of innovation, scientific research, knowledge transfer to local economy, and training in the
area of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its closely affiliated fields. The central aim is to facilitate the researchers in the field of AI,
help them establish and grow AI industry following international trend and seek solutions to the indigenous problems through AI.

Approved by Government of Pakistan in January 2018, NCAI is designed on a consortium model where the most leading research-
ers in the field of AI are identified on competitive grounds and new state of the art labs are established under their supervision.
The project has a funding of PKR 1098.387 Million (US $ 10 Million) which is to be expended in 3 years for development and initial
running of the following main labs located in 6 universities of Pakistan:
»» Intelligent Field Robotics Lab at NUST, Islamabad
»» Deep Learning Lab at NUST, Islamabad
»» Medical Imaging and Diagnostics Lab at CIIT, Islamabad
»» Smart City Lab at NED UET, Karachi
»» Neuro-computation Lab at NED UET, Karachi
»» Intelligent Information Processing Lab at UET Peshawar
»» Intelligent System Design Lab at UET Peshawar
»» Intelligent Criminology Lab at UET Lahore
»» Agent Based Modeling Lab at Punjab University, Lahore

The labs and their respective Principal Investigators have been selected through competitive evaluation and rigorous selection pro-
cess carried out by Higher Education Commission (HEC) and Planning Commission of Pakistan. Out of all the chosen top researchers
of Artificial Intelligence in Pakistan, Dr Yasar Ayaz (NUST SMME) has been selected (on competitive grounds) to take the top posi-
tion of Chairman / Central Project Director of the National Center of Artificial Intelligence (NCAI) of Pakistan.

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 Lab Facilities
S# Department Labs
Design and Manufac-
1 CIM/Micro CIM Lab, Rapid Prototyping and Reference room Lab, CNC Lab (Lathe & Milling).
turing
SMME

Fluid Mechanics Lab, Mechanics of Materials Lab, Heat and Mass Transfer Lab, Refrigeration &
Air Conditioning Lab, Thermodynamics Lab, I.C. Engine / Tribology Lab, Ergonomics Lab, Me-
2 Mechanical
chanics of Machines Lab, Vibrations Lab, Measurement and Instrumentation Lab. Tool Making
& Heat Treatment Lab, Automotive Lab, CAD/CAM Lab.
Robotics & Intelligent Systems Engineering (RISE) Lab, Electronics Lab, Machine Vision Lab,
Robotics & Artificial
3 Advanced Control Lab, CAD/CAM/Artificial Intelligence Lab, Industrial Automation Lab, Aerial
Intelligence
Robotics Lab, Computer Aided Engineering/Embedded System Lab.
Manufacturing Surface Treatment Lab, Electrical Shop, Bench Fitting Lab, Wood Work and Pattern Making
4
Resource Center shop, Machine shop, Welding Fabrication shop, Forging & Foundry shop, Tool room.
5 Biomedical Human Systems Lab, Biochemistry Lab, Prosthetics Lab.

Institution of Mechanical
Engineers (IMechE)
Chapter
IMechE NSC made a monumental change in its vi-
sion. It has emerged as a strong technical society
with prime focus on high quality student projects
with the aim to bridge the gap between Academia
and the Industry. The recent success of IMechE NSC
to obtain a project from Shell Pakistan is a testament
to its vision and hard work. Its ambitions do not end
here. The launching of the project to completely
design and fabricate an RC Plane coupled with an
Aluminium engine - that too designed in house spells
the extensive and strenuous learning curve that
members of IMechE NSC go through.

IMechE NSC conduction of Speak Out for Engineer-

ing (SOfE - NUST) enabled it to sweep two of the
three top spots in the SOfE - North ‘16-’17 round. All
Pakistan CAD competition gathered the top CADers
from all over Islamabad under one roof and pitched
ASME NUST SMME them against each other. The success of the event
has encouraged IMechE to feature this regularly.
Student Section
American Society of Mechanical Engineers
(ASME) promotes the practice of multidisci-
plinary engineering and allied sciences around
the globe by training, professional develop-
ASHRAE Student Chapter
ment, codes and standards, research, confer- The American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and
ences and publications, government relations, Air-conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) is another
and other forms of outreach. ASME NUST prestigious organization, a chapter of which has been
SMME Student Section was established in May established at SMME. The Society focuses on “build-
2013. ASME NUST SMME Student Section has ing systems, energy efficiency, indoor air quality and
organized workshops for CV writing, fresh- sustainability within the industry”. Through research,
men mixer, Human Powered Vehicle challenge standards writing, publishing and continuing educa-
(HPVC) in academic year 2015-2016. tion, ASHRAE shapes tomorrow’s built environment
today”.

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Student Support Services DICE Foundation (USA)
SMME joined hands
A panel of faculty members is designated as advisors who are
available to the students for career counseling. They also guide with DICE Founda-
tion, USA, which is a
students and solve their problems related to university life.
non-profit organiza-
tion registered and

SMME
working in Michigan,
Alliances and Partnerships USA. Its vision is to
foster Innovation &
SMME has developed strong links with local and international E nt re p re n e u rs h i p
industry and has conducted joint events and workshops. The culture in the country
school has also designed and developed number of products to make it a part of nation’s DNA and rapid socio-economic devel-
opment through Innovation. Use Innovation as a tool to generate
for these companies.
wealth for the nation and fully commoditize digital technologies
– bring it to masses in the country. DICE Foundation and SMME
Millat Tractors established NUST DICE Automotive Innovation Center (NDAIC) at
NUST which was inaugurated by President of Pakistan. The center
Along with international companies, SMME is also closely work- shall combine academic knowledge with Industry expertise to pro-
ing with and supporting local industries. One of the examples is duce the first completely indigenous Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV)
in the country. Using the platform of NDAIC Pakistan’s first multi-
the technical link developed with Millat Tractors.
purpose vehicle (MPV-1) is being designed with combine efforts
Knowing our expertise in the field of engines, Millat Tractors of NUST-SMME and its consortium universities namely COMSATS
and SMME are working on a number of joint projects. This in- Institute of Information Technology (CIIT) Sahiwal, NED-University
cludes, development of engine blow-by monitoring system, real of Engineering Technology and Capital University of Science and
time oil consumption measurement system etc. SMME has de- Technology (CUST).
signed and developed Green engine test cell, the first of its kind
in Pakistan for Millat Tractors
Patents
Pakistan Association of Automotive Parts »» Method and apparatus for measuring the torque on the camshaft of
an internal combustion engine (Patent No: EP1816456)
& Accessories Manufactures (PAAPAM) »» Method for the measurement of the rotation of a valve train follower
and apparatus for carrying out the method (Patent No: EP1835135)
Along with international companies, SMME is also closely »» Development of engine blow-by meter RAM-BB2, Patent Application
working with and supporting local industries. One of the No: 854/2011.
examples is the technical link developed with PAAPAM. SMME »» Oil film thickness measurement system for engine journal bear-
ings using localized capacitive technique, Patent Application No:
has recently signed an Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) 188/2013
with PAAPAM to provide placement of students from SMME in »» Development of engine blow-by meter based on micro controller,
different industries related to automotive Patent Application No: 190/2013.
sector for permanent job, training and internships »» Technique and apparatus for engine tappet speed monitoring sys-
tem, Patent Application No: 189/2013.
»» Engine direct acting follower rotational speed measuring system,
Sakura Wheelchairs (Japan) Patent Application No: 507/2013
»» Vision based Automatic mold Positioning System in a Sand Casting
Process (Patent Application No. 696/2013) dated 11/10/2013.
SMME has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)
»» Pin on Disk Tribometer (Patent filed on 28/10/2013)
with Sakura »» Auxetic structures and their application in non-vascular pathologies
Wheelchair Proj- (Patent Application No. 104/2013) dated 22/02/2013.
ect (Japan) under »» Anisotropic stent device for the treatment of coronary heart disease
which researchers dated
»» Counter-intuitive auxetic intramedullary bone stent and a method
from leading Japa-
for treating long bone fractures”
nese Wheelchair »» Skeletal Plate system with unique features for the repair of tubular
Industries and as- and flat fractured bone (396/2014)
sociated Japanese »» Intelligent Bandage with drug dispensation and adjustable porosity
Universities have system for topical wounds
»» A Multifunctional Device that Promotes Wound Healing through
joined hands with
Drug Delivery and Exudate Removal” 401/2014
researchers of »» Pin on Disk Tribometer (Patent filed on 28/10/2013)
the Robotics and »» Robotic Mannequin, Patent Application No: 332/2013, Filed on: 24
Intelligent Sys- May 2013
tems Engineering »» Electronic Valve Train for internal combustion engines (Patent Filed:
2015)
(RISE) Research  
»» Dynamic Oil Film Thickness Measurement System for Engine (Patent
Center at SMME to introduce active wheelchairs technology in Filed: 2015)
Pakistan. The researchers are also working to collaborate on re- »» Valve Trains using Electrical Capacitive Technique(Patent Filed: 2015)
search projects for development of state of the art technologies »» Technique and Apparatus for Rotational Speed and Sliding Measure-
to further research into Autonomous and Semi-Autonomous ment of Roller in Roller Follower Valve Train in Engine (Patent Filed:
Active Wheelchairs. 2015)

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 Industrial Projects »» A Functional Stent-graft for the Treatment of Oesophageal
Cancer
»» Follower Rotation Measurement on the VWTDI (AUDI)
»» Design and Development of Bioresorbable Drug eluted
Stents for Treatment of Coronary Heart Diseases sponsored
-Cylinder Head sponsored by British Petroleum
by HEC
»» Slip Roll Ratio Measurement on Low Friction Valve Trains
»» Human Detection sponsored by NESCOM
sponsored by British Petroleum
SMME

»» Design and Development of Engine Test Cell for Green

»» Human Torso Detection sponsored by NESCOM
Engine sponsored by Millat Tractors
»» Development of computational model saliency for videos
sponsored by HEC
»» Development of Standalone Blow By Monitoring System
»» Modeling of Biomechanical Movement for Active Prosthetic
»» Vision Based quality control solution for football shape
Hand Manufacturing and Assembly sponsored by NESCOM
analysis sponsored by AKI (Pvt.) Ltd.
»» Radiator Dry lead Detection System
»» Piezoelectric Materials Synthesis and Development
sponsored by NESCOM
»» Solar Space Heating of the SMME Building sponsored by
HEC
»» APU test rig sponsored by HIT Summer Internships
»» Fabrication of Jatropha Biodiesel Prototype Pilot Plant
sponsored by ST Venture SMME has strong relationships with many national and
»» Development of 5000 Meter Range Unmanned Helicopter international companies. Due to these strong ties, SMME
along with all its System sponsored by UNESCO is able to arrange summer internships for all the students
»» APU sponsored by HIT who have completed their first four semesters of Mechanical
»» Mobile Science Lab sponsored by NUST Engineering in local and international industries. Following are
»» Knee Joint Project sponsored by MVRDE the companies in which SMME placed its students for summer
»» Measurement on the Multifunctional Valve Trains RIG internships.
(Cummins B Project) sponsored by British Petroleum »» Atlas Power »» Sazgar Engineering
»» Design, Development & Rapid Prototyping of casing for »» Alpha Chemicals Works
secure communication device sponsored by AWC »» Atlas Honda »» Schlumberger
»» Development of a 10 KM Range Flight Control System for »» Attock Oil Refinery »» Sitara Chemicals
Helicopter sponsored by NUST »» Descon »» Spel Group
»» NUST SMME Fun Stent Graft Treat OES/Cancer sponsored »» Fauji Fertilizer »» Tesla Technologies
by NUST »» Heavy Industries Taxila »» Thermosole Industries
»» NUST- Dev of Mobile Automotive Technology Test Bed »» IAESTE Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd
sponsored by NUST »» Infinity Engineering (Pvt.) Ltd »» Trojans
»» Tool Analysis for the Drilling of Hard Rocks in Petroleum »» Interloop (Pvt.) Ltd
sponsored by HEC »» Kohinoor Mills (Pvt.) Ltd
»» Open Source Platform for Numerical Simulation (OPN) »» Laser Sports
sponsored by HEC »» Mecas Engineering (Pvt.) Ltd
»» An Industrial project with Fan Industry member of PEFMA »» Metaline Industries (Pvt.) Ltd
to optimize Ceiling Fan production line. Investigating the »» MGR Air Filters (Turkey)
Oil Film Strength in a Dynamically Loaded Bearing using »» Millat Equipment Limited
Localized Capacitance Technique by HEC »» Millat Tractors Limited
»» Modeling and robust control of grid connected converters »» National Instruments
sponsored by HEC »» OGDCL
»» Manufacturing and Fabrication of Electric Bus for H-12 »» Pak Gen
Sector NUST Campus sponsored by NUST »» Pakistan Aeronautical Complex
»» Design and Modification of Dinosaur and Solar System »» Pakistan Oilfields
sponsored by Pakistan Muesum of National History »» Pakistan Ordinance Factory
Islamabad »» Pakistan Tobacco Company
»» Tribological Performance of Cam/Tappet Interaction in a »» PARCO
Direct Acting Over Head Valve Train Engine sponsored by »» Rastgar Engineering Company
PSF »» Ravi Autos (Pvt.) Ltd

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Foreign Students Internship »» Attock Refinery Limited
Besides offering internships to our students, school also pro- »» Mari Petroleum Company Ltd
vides internship to foreign students from countries like Canada, »» KSB Pumbs, Hasanabdal
Turkey and Spain in our state of the art laboratories. »» PAC Kamra
»» Pakistan Ordinance Factories, Wah Cantt
»» Pakistan Tobacco Company, Jhelum

SMME
Industrial Visits »» Rawat Industrial State, Rawat
SMME arranges Industrial visits for students to renowned in- »» STARCO Fans, Gujrat
dustries on regular basis. The main objective behind these vis-
its is to explain the working of industrial equipment in running Short Courses:
conditions to the students and tell them about the expectations Beside Regular curriculum school offers different short courses
of the industrialists from the fresh engineers. Some of the in- to student for enhancing their technical qualities and capabili-
dustries where students of SMME were taken for visits are: ties like:
»» Fazal Steel, Islamabad • CNC/Lathes Training
»» Students visited Kohinoor Textile Mills • CNC programming short Course
»» Askari Cement, Wah Cantt • Short course on pro e Wildfire 5
»» Fazal Steel, Islamabad • Lab View Course
»» Heavy Mechanical Complex, Taxila • GRE short Course
»» Heavy Mechanical Complex, Taxila • Short course on CNC CAD/ CAM
»» HIT • Advance Manufacturing Techniques
»» HMC, Taxila • Introductory Internship for High School Students
»» Honda Atlas
»» KSB Pumps
»» KSB Pumps
»» PAC Kamra
Vocational Skill Development Course
»» Rastgar Engineering School offers vocational skill development courses every year in summer
»» Silicaon CPV (Pvt) Ltd, Hattar for unskilled persons
»» Tarbela Dam & Power House, Tarbela
»» Tesla • Supervisory Level Course on Industrial Management
»» Wilson Pharmaceuticals • Vocation Skill development course on Welding, Machinist, Electrical
»» Heavy Mechanical Complex, Taxila • CNC Programming (Operators Level)
»» ITTEHAD MILLS, Industrial Area I-9, Islamabad
»» Islamabad Polymer

Seminars/Workshops
ioral Patterns
»» Seminar on “Significance of Multidisciplinary Research” by
Dr Zulfiqar Khan from Bournemouth University UK on De-
»» Community Service Learning (CSL-401) class on community
service project management, December, 2016.
cember 6, 2016.
»» Entrepreneurship 2016 - Opportunities and Challenges on
»» DICE Mega Innovation & Entrepreneurship Event, Decem-
ber 2016.
December 7, 2016.
»» Information Session on Fulbright and Global UGRAD Pro-
»» Workshop on disaster management September2015
grammes on November 22, 2016 by USEFP.
»» First Aid and Fire Fighting October 2015
»» Workshop on Outcome Based Education System by Prof
»» Oil and Gas industry introductory Seminar by SMME on No-
vember 15, 2016.
Lock on Aug. 27, 2016
»» Social Entrepreneurship Workshop by School of Mechani-
»» First International Symposium on Automotive and Manu-
facturing Engineering (SAME) November 2015
cal and Manufacturing Engineering on 25th March, 2016.
»» GRE workshop by USEFP on Tuesday, March 29th, 2016
»» Workshop on Social Entrepreneurship October 2015
»» Lecture on “Entrepreneurship – Opportunities & Threats”,
»» PCTN Conference on sustainable development
by Mr Tahir Masood, CEO, Institute of Health Management,
»» Deep hole drilling in engine block using minimum quantity
lubrication (MQL)
Rawalpindi was held in November, 2016.
»» First aid & firefighting Workshop by NUST Community Ser-
»» Resume Writing and Interviewing Skills Workshop.
vice Club, February, 2016.
»» Guest lecture by Prof James Wittefrom George Mason Uni-
versity
»» Lecture on “Entrepreneurship – Opportunities & Threats”,
by Ms Roubina Taufiq Shah, Director General (TDRO) Trade
»» Seminar and lecture on Finite element Optimization by
Prof. Dr Muhammad Asghar Bhatti IOWA State University,
Dispute Resolution Organization, Ministry of Commerce,
USA
was held in December, 2016 in SMME Seminar Hall.
»» Community Service Orientation workshop & deriving inspi-
»» Guest Lecture by Dr Abid Ali Khan Professor & Head of
Aeronautics & Astronautics from Institute of Space and
rations, 4th Feb, 2016.
Technology (IST), Islamabad
»» First aid & firefighting workshop, 25th Feb, 2016.
»» NUST Leadership Summit, May 14, 2016 (Conference)
»» Workshop on Entrepreneurship by Mr Bilal Majeed Khan
an Entrepreneur
»» IMEchE CADing Competition, December 3, 2016.
»» Lecture on Seerat un Nabi (SAWS) and Our Cultural Behav-

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 Life at School
In order to keep students in touch with the outer world and provide them with cyber environment, there is high speed wireless
internet facility inside the campus. A tea-bar and common room along with indoor games facility are also provided in the School
so that students can spend their leisure time. The library and labs remains open from 9 AM to 9PM.
SMME

Student Societies
Extracurricular and co-curricular activities play a vital role in the personal grooming of the students.

ASME NUST SMME Student Section

American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) promotes
the practice of multidisciplinary engineering and allied sciences
around the globe by training, professional development, codes
and standards, research, conferences and publications, gov-
ernment relations, and other forms of outreach. ASME NUST
SMME Student Section was established in May 2013. ASME
NUST SMME Student Section has organized workshops for CV
Student Council of SMME writing, freshmen mixer, Human Powered Vehicle challenge
(HPVC) in academic year 2015-2016.
In October 2009, a student-run society by the name of Arts,
Sports and Adventure Society (ASAS) was established which
has now been restructured and named as the Student Council
ASHRAE Student Chapter
The American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air-
SMME. The Council is sponsored by a faculty member and is
conditioning Engineers is another prestigious organiza-
run directly by the students. A President, a General Secretary,
tion, a chapter of which has been established at SMME.
Presidential Secretary and a Treasurer oversee and coordinate
The Society focuses on “building systems, energy efficien-
the activities of the Council. The Council has 5 wings which are
cy, indoor air quality and sustainability within the indus-
Sports, Performing Arts, Publications, Creativity, Logistics and
try”. Through research, standards writing, publishing and
Event Management. These wings are headed by their respec-
continuing education, ASHRAE shapes tomorrow’s built
tive Directors. The Student Council SMME also consists of batch
environment today”.
presidents who bridge communication gaps between students
and faculty. The Council has organized numerous activities for
SMME’s student body, most notable of them sports tourna-
ments which include futsal, cricket, table tennis, etc. Institution of Mechanical Engineers
(IMechE) Chapter
IMechE NSC made a monumental change in its vision. It has
emerged as a strong technical society with prime focus on high
quality student projects with the aim to bridge the gap between
Academia and the Industry. The recent success of IMechE NSC
to obtain a project from Shell Pakistan is a testament to its vi-
sion and hard work. Its ambitions do not end here. The launch-
ing of the project to completely design and fabricate an RC
NUST Community Service Club Plane coupled with an Aluminium engine - that too designed
in house spells the extensive and strenuous learning curve that
NCSC (NUST COMMUNITY SERVICE CLUB), formerly known as members of IMechE NSC go through.
NVC (NUST Volunteers Club) is a non-profit, student run, volun- IMechE NSC conduction of Speak Out for Engineering (SOfE -
teer Organization managed by SMME. The mission of NCSC is to NUST) enabled it to sweep two of the three top spots in the
bring adolescent minds of the university students and change SOfE - North ‘16-’17 round. All Pakistan CAD competition gath-
them into responsible citizens and leaders with lifelong commit- ered the top CADers from all over Islamabad under one roof
ment to community service and welfare of the society. We focus and pitched them against each other. The success of the event
on facilitating the under privileged. has encouraged IMechE to feature this regularly.

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Departments
School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering (SMME) along with its 30 PhDs educated from reputed international and
national universities, consist of following departments:

»» Department of Mechanical Engineering

SMME
»» Department of Design and Manufacturing Engineering
»» Department of Robotics and Intelligent Machine Engineering (RIME)
»» Department of Biomedical Engineering and Sciences (BMES)

Quick Facts
Undergraduate Programmes
Course Starting: September 2020
Duration: 4 years
Eligibility: Matric/ Equivalent (minimum 60% marks)
FSc/ equivalent with Physics,
Maths & Chemistry (Minimum 60% marks)
Postgraduate Programmes
Course Starting September 2020
Duration: Minimum 1.5 years (For MS) and 3 years (For PhD)
Eligibility: BE in Mechanical / Industrial/ Manufacturing/ Mechatronics or equivalent Engineering
degree from a PEC/HEC recognized institution of Pakistan or abroad. (For Robotics
and Intelligent Machine Engineering BE Computer Science Student can also apply.)

Department of Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering is the oldest and broadest field of Engineering which combines skills in designing of components and
systems in a wide range of engineering technologies. Mechanical Engineering department is an integral part of SMME PhD faculty
educated from reputed international and national universities and around four hundred undergraduate students and an additional
four hundred and fifteen postgraduate students and sixteen PhD students. The mission of the Mechanical Engineering programme
is to provide students with the fundamental knowledge, skills and professional experience necessary for successful careers in
industrial or academic roles. The department of Mechanical Engineering provides excellent platform for young students to study
and perform in challenging environments. The Department is equipped with all laboratory equipment necessary for undergraduate
and postgraduate studies in the area of Mechanical Engineering. The Department also works in close coordination with our newly
developed Manufacturing Resource Center (MRC). MRC has a large number of manufacturing facilities where the ideas of the
young students and researchers are brought into reality. The curriculum is designed to meet challenges faced by the industry
and expectations of the modern corporate world. Due to excellent academic record in the last couple of years, the department is
receiving large number of applications for admission at undergraduate and postgraduate level.

Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering

The aim of the undergraduate programme in Mechanical Engineering is to train young graduates with technical, analytical, business
and interpersonal skills to meet the challenges of the modern industries. The curriculum is tailored to provide skills in various areas

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 of Mechanical Engineering such as design, thermo-fluids, refrigeration and air conditioning, heat and mass transfer, industrial
manufacturing, management and interpersonal skills. The programme is structured to create ability in the students to apply a multi-
disciplinary approach to conceive, plan, design and implement solutions to a large number of Mechanical Engineering problems.
The curriculum is integrated with computer based technologies facilitating the design and simulation of mechanical components
and systems. In addition to all, the curriculum is set so that it helps students to choose a specific area or interdisciplinary fields
such as industrial, manufacturing, materials and other wide range of engineering technologies. Modern mechanical engineers
SMME

use sophisticated computer-aided design and engineering skills to ensure the reliability, efficiency and economics of products.
There is an increasing demand for trained graduates with technical, analytical, business and interpersonal skills. The modern
industry has led the world in innovation for almost a century, and its operations are now firmly integrated with computer-aided
design, manufacturing and engineering. Our programme in Mechanical Engineering with its relevant specializations provides skill,
knowledge and understanding in the areas of computer-based technologies and innovative design processes. These are associated
with current and future generations of machines.
Within a few years of graduation, the students with Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering are expected to attain the following.

PEO 1: Have strong competence in Mechanical Engineering resulting in successful careers.

PEO 2: Pursuing research and innovation and be able to provide industrial solutions for engineering and technical problems.
PEO 3: Leading or participating in efforts to address societal and technical / business challenges.
PEO 4: Enhancing their professional development and technical knowledge through continuing education.
Scheme of Studies Programme Code M 604
Semester-I Semester-II
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
MATH-101 Calculus & Analytical Geometry 3-0 MATH-121 Linear Algebra & ODEs 3-0
HU-100 English 2-0 ME-221 Engineering Materials 3-0
HU-107 Pakistan Studies 2-0 ME-113 Engineering Mechanics-I: Statics 3-0
CH-109 Applied Chemistry 2-0 HU-101 Islamic Studies 2-0
PHY-102 Applied Physics 2-1 HU-109 Communication Skills 2-0
CS-114 Fundamentals of Programming 2-1 ME-109 Engineering Drawing 0-2
ME-105 Workshop Practice 0-1 MATH-121 Linear Algebra & ODEs 3-0
ME-105 Workshop Practice 0-1 ME-130 Thermodynamics-I 3-0
Total 16 Total 15

Semester-III Semester-IV
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
MATH-232 Complex Variables and Transforms 3-0 MATH-351 Numerical Methods 3-0
ME-230 Fluid Mechanics-I 3-0 ME-210 Mechanics of Materials-I 3-0
ME-130 Thermodynamics-I 3-0 ME-330 Fluid Mechanics-II 3-0
ME-114 Engineering Mechanics-II: 3-0 ME-231 Thermodynamics-II 3-0
Dynamics
EE-103 Electrical Engineering 2-1 EE-227 Electronics Engineering 2-1
ME-223 Advanced Workshop Practice 1-1 HU-212 Technical and Business Writing 2-0
ME-211 Computer Aided Drawing 0-1 ME-337 Fluid Mechanics Lab 0-1
ME-115 Engineering Mechanics Lab 0-1 ME-232 Thermodynamics Lab 0-1
CSL-401 Community Service Learning 0-2* Total 19
Total 19

Semester-V Semester-VI
Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
ME-218 Machine Design-I 3-0 ME-310 Mechanics of Machines 3-0
ME-212 Mechanics of Materials-II 3-0 ME-339 Control Engineering 2-1
ME-331 Heat & Mass Transfer 3-0 ME-325 Engineering Economics 2-0
ME-322 Manufacturing Processes 3-1 ME-326 Heating, Ventilating and Air 3-0
Conditioning
ME-325 Engineering Economics 2-0 ME-332 Heat Transfer and HVAC Lab 0-1
ME-216 Mechanics of Materials Lab 0-1 MATH-361 Probability & Statistics 3-0

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 ME-339 Control Engineering 2-1 ME-332 Technical Elective-1 2-0
Total 19 Total 17

Semester-VII Semester-VIII

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Course Code Course Title Credits Course Code Course Title Credits
MGT-271 Entrepreneurship 2-0 HU-222 Professional Ethics 2-0
ME-411 Introduction to Finite Element Analysis 2-1 ME-420 Project Management 2-0
(Management Elective)
ME-421 Mechanical Vibrations 3-0 ME-424 Health, Safety and Environment 1-0
ME-433 Mechanisms and Mechanical 0-1 XXX-000 Technical Elective-3 2-0
Vibrations Lab
XXX-000 Technical Elective-2 2-0 ME-439 Internal Combustion Engines 3-0
ME-430 Power Plants 3-0 ME-431 IC Engines & Power Plants Lab 0-1
ME-499 Final Year Project-1 0-3 ME-498 Internship (Pass/Fail basis) -
Total 17 ME-499 Final Year Project-II 0-3
Total: 14
Grand Total 136+2*

*CSL-401 (1+1) is not counted towards CGPA calculation. College of E&ME will offer CSL-401 in 7th Semester.
CH-101 Applied Chemistry will be offered as 3-0 at College of E&ME until the establishment of Chemistry Lab.

Electives ME-488 Renewable Energy Technologies 2-0

ME-489 Robotics and Automation 2-0
Course Code Course Title Credits
ME-490 Ship Propulsion Engineering 2-0
ME-401 Fundamentals of Aerodynamics 2-0
ME-491 Solar Energy Systems 2-0
ME-408 Applied Heat Transfer 2-0
ME-492 Vehicle Design Performance 2-0
ME-409 Applied Thermodynamics 2-0
ME-493 Production Tooling & Automation 2-0
ME-412 Automotive Technology 2-0 ME-496 Vehicle Dynamics 2-0
ME-413 Basic Naval Architecture 2-0 ME-497 Advanced Engineering Design 2-0
ME-414 Computational Fluid Dynamics 2-0 ME-498 Power Train Systems 2-0
ME-415 Computer Aided Engineering 1-1 DME-480 Automotive Manufacturing Systems 2-0
ME-416 Computer Aided Thermal System 1-1 DME-481 Computer Applications in 2-0
Design Automobile Manufacturing
ME-424 Introduction to Oil and Natural Gas 2-0 DME-482 Computer Applications in 2-0
Engineering Manufacturing Systems
ME-429 Laser & its applications 2-0 DME-483 Industrial Maintenance 2-0
ME-438 Mechanical Engineering Design 2-0 Management
ME-470 Marine Environment Issues 2-0 DME-484 Logic Design & Micro-processors 2-0
ME-471 Optimization Techniques 2-0 DME-485 Logistics and Inventory 2-0
ME-473 Power Generation and Distribution 2-0 Management
ME-474 Electrical Machines 2-0 DME-486 Ergonomics, Work Study and 2-0
Methods Engineering
ME-475 Energy Conversion and Power 2-0
Electronics DME-487 FEM applications in Manufacturing 2-0
ME-476 Engine Tribology 2-0 M&S-402 Introduction to Modeling and 1-1
Simulation
ME-477 FEM applications in Automobile 2-0
RIME-222 Introduction to Mechatronics 2-0
ME-478 Finite Element Methods 2-0
Design Fundamentals
ME-479 Gas Dynamics 2-0
Management Electives
ME-484 Gas Turbines 2-0
ME-384 Operations Management 2-0
ME-485 Fuel Cell Technology 2-0
ME-427 Operations Research 2-0
ME-486 Power Plant Engineering 2-0
ME-425 Total Quality Management 2-0
ME-487 Power System Analysis 2-0
ME-428 Engineering Law 2-0

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 MS and PhD in Mechanical Engineering
The mission of the MS programme in Mechanical Engineering is to impart knowledge in the art and science of Mechanical
Engineering through a comprehensive and advanced curriculum that produces specialized mechanical engineers of having adequate
skill, fully prepared for entry into industry, government, graduate school and private enterprise. The curriculum covers broad range
of areas such as design, thermo-fluids and management. The laboratories are equipped with state-of-the-art facilities in material
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characterization, design and analysis of automotive systems, instrumentation and computational mechanics. The programme is
expected to enable the students to research, design, develop, test, evaluate and implement engineering solutions to problems
that are of a complexity encountered in professional practice. The interdisciplinary nature of the curriculum allows the students
to communicate effectively with colleagues in other disciplines such as manufacturing, biomedical engineering, robotics and
architecture etc. The student will be made proficient with computer-based design simulation and analysis tools. The department
has dedicated, student-focused faculty available to guide the students at every stage of their research.

MS Coursework Programme Code: 622

Core Courses
Course Code Course Title Credits
MATH-812 Applied Engineering Mathematics 3
ME-801 Optimization of Engineering Systems 3
ME-802 Finite Element Methods 3
ME-803 Continuum Mechanics 3
Elective-I* To be selected from the list of electives 3
Elective-II* To be selected from the list of electives 3
Elective-III* To be selected from the list of electives 3
Elective-IV* To be selected from the list of electives 3
ME-899 MS Thesis 6

Electives
Any two from the following Streams and Two from NUST ME-835 Advanced Mechanics of Materials 3
approved Courses (Subject to availability of Faculty) ME-839 Advanced Finite Element Analysis 3
Course Code Course Title Credits ME-859 Mechanics of Fibre Reinforced Com- 3
Dynamics & Control posites (FRC Materials)
ME-812 Advanced Control Systems-I 3 ME-820 Advanced Instrumentation and 3
experimental methods
ME-813 Advanced Control Systems-II 3
ME-840 Computational Fluid Dynamics and 3
ME-814 Digital Control Systems 3 Heat transfer
EM-806 Operations Research 3 ME-898 Special Topics 3
EE-977 Nonlinear Control Systems 3 Product & Manufacturing Systems Design
ME-852 Rapid Prototyping, Tooling & Manu- 3 ME-812 Advanced Control Systems-I 3
facturing
EM-806 Operations Research 3
ME-853 Manufacturing System Design & 3
Management ME-851 Advanced Manufacturing Processes 3
ME-854 Computer Integrated Manufacturing 3 ME-852 Rapid Prototyping, Tooling & Manu- 3
facturing
ME-831 Computational Fluid Dynamics-I 3
ME-853 Manufacturing System Design & 3
ME-819 Instrumentation & Data Acquisition 3 Management
Systems
ME-854 Computer Integrated Manufacturing 3
ME-820 Advanced Instrumentation and 3
experimental methods ME-855 Material Selection & Design 3
EM-800 Introduction to Advanced Robotics 3 ME-859 Mechanics of Fibre Reinforced Com- 3
posites (FRC Materials)
ME-898 Special Topics 3
ME-862 Advanced Engineering Materials 3
Computational Mechanics
ME-863 Product Lifecycle Management 3
ME-831 Computational Fluid Dynamics-I 3
ME-871 Product Design & Development 3
ME-881 Advanced Fluid Mechanics 3
ME-875 Computer Aided Engineering Design 3
ME-833 Computational Fluid Dynamics-II 3

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 ME-819 Instrumentation & Data Acquisition 3 Thermofluids
Systems EM-806 Operations Research 3
MTS-852 Advanced Measurement Techniques 3 ME-831 Computational Fluid Dynamics-I 3
ME-876 Product Design and Development 3 ME-881 Advanced Fluid Mechanics 3
ME-868 Operations Management 3 ME-819 Instrumentation & Data Acquisition 3

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ME-869 Project Management 3 Systems
ME-870 Supply Chain Management 3 ME-840 Computational Fluid Dynamics and 3
ME-898 Special Topics 3 Heat transfer
Design ME-891 Internal Combustion Engines 3
ME-851 Advanced Manufacturing Processes 3 ME-898 Special Topics 3
ME-855 Material Selection & Design 3
ME-824 Engine Tribology 3
ME-875 Computer Aided Engineering Design 3
ME-876 Product Design and Development 3
ME-867 Quality and Reliability Management 3
ME-868 Operations Management 3
ME-869 Project Management 3
ME-870 Supply Chain Management 3
ME-898 Special Topics 3

* Remaining electives of all the above streams are available on SMME website. www.nust.edu.pk/institutions/schools/smme

PhD Courses (Any six of the following)

ME-931 Internal Combustion Engine Technology 3
ME-932 Combustion and Pollution Chemistry 3
ME-933 Industrial Energy Management 3
ME-934 Economical Aspects of Energy Conversion 3
ME-935 Renewable Energy 3
ME-936 Solar Technologies 3
ME-937 Vehicle Design and Analysis 3
ME-938 Mechanical Vibration and Noise 3
ME-939 Mechatronics and Robotics Applications 3
ME-940 Vehicle Dynamics and Control 3
ME-941 Analytical Dynamics 3
ME-942 Advanced Stress Analysis 3
ME-943 Laser Manufacturing 3
ME-999 Special topics for PhD program 3
(Any subject on the research interest of the faculty available)
ME-999 PhD Thesis 30

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 Department of Design & Manufacturing Engineering
The Department of Design and Manufacturing Engineering (DME) was established at SMME in September 2011. DME has PhD
faculty educated from reputed international and national universities and more than 100 postgraduate students. The role of
DME is to offer such programmes which address industrial needs and also focuses on the leading research areas in design,
manufacturing and industrial engineering.
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MS and PhD in Design & Manufacturing Engineering

This educational programme has been started to address the demands of the modern industry. We at SMME are well- aware of
the fact that today’s graduates must have the knowledge of the actual state of the industry, its culture and the complex interactive
management and operating systems which are based on value-added efforts, team performance and result-oriented leadership.
SMME is offering MS and PhD programme in Design & Manufacturing Engineering and aspires to develop expertise in other
disciplines as well. The purpose of the programme is to develop understanding of manufacturing and management techniques
along with specialisation in Manufacturing Engineering, Design Engineering and Industrial Engineering. The programme provides
a firm foundation in lean manufacturing, product engineering, quality systems, and skills for effective utilisation of human and
corporate resources necessary to improve manufacturing business performance. It integrates systems perspectives, combining the
classroom learning of engineering and business with laboratory work, plant tours, industry-related internship & research project.
It also provides ample opportunities to work in teams with other manufacturing professionals to analyse real-time problems and
develop economical solutions.

The Masters Programme students are required to complete 22 classroom credit hours, 2 laboratory credit hours and an industrial
research thesis of six credit hours. Laboratory work includes understanding and use of CIM, Micro CIM, CNC and Rapid Prototyping.
The thesis is designed to provide a platform for the students to demonstrate competencies in learned methodologies and acquired
skills to enhance real-time manufacturing and business performance. The “partner manufacturing industry” serves as a laboratory
for the research project. The Programme will inculcate the skills and ability in the students to effectively fulfill the requirements of
such positions as Manufacturing Systems Engineer, Process Improvement Specialist, Lean Manufacturing Consultant, Supply Chain
/ Logistics Systems Specialist and Manufacturing Business Planner / Consultant.

 
MS Coursework Programme Code: 620 Elective Courses
Core Courses Specialisation in “Manufacturing Engineering”
Course Code Course Title Credits (Any Three)
MATH-815 Applied Engineering Mathematics 3 Code Course Title Credits
DME-811 Product Design and Development 3 DME-821 Rapid Prototyping, Tooling and 3
Manufacturing
DME-812 Advanced Manufacturing Processes 3
DME-822 Laser Material Processing 3
DME-813 Product Lifecycle Management 3
DME-823 Advanced Manufacturing Technologies 3
DME-814 Computer Integrated Manufacturing 3
DME-824 Design for Manufacturing 3
Elective-I* To be selected from the list of electives in 3
DME-825 Lean and Agile Manufacturing 3
respective disciplines
DME-826 Manufacturing Systems Design and 3
Elective-II* To be selected from the list of electives in 3
Management
respective disciplines
DME-827 Special Topics in Manufacturing Engineering 3
Elective-III* To be selected from the list of electives in 3
respective disciplines
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Specialisation in “Design Engineering” (Any Three)
Course Code Course Title Credits
DME-828 Design of Machine Elements 3
DME-829 Design of Mechanisms 3
DME-830 Cognitive Ergonomics in Design 3

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DME-831 Integrated Product Design 3
DME-832 Design of Mechatronics Systems 3
DME-833 Medical Device Design and Standards 3
DME-834 Engineering Design Management and Business Studies 3
DME-835 Industrial Design and Human Factors 3
DME-836 Statistics for Design 3
DME-837 Materials Selection and Design 3
DME-838 Special Topics in Design Engineering 3
CSE-820 Finite Element Methods 3
CSE-805 Introduction to Modelling & Analysis 3

Specialisation in “Industrial Engineering” (Any Three)

Course Code Course Title Credits
DME-839 Quality and Reliability Management 3
DME-840 Financial Management of Operations and Enterprise 3
DME-841 Leadership and Entrepreneurship 3
DME-842 Operations Management 3
DME-843 Special Topics in Industrial/ Engineering Management 3
MEM-801 Project Management 3
MEM-820 Supply Chain Management 3
MEM-823 Operations Research 3

PhD Programme (Any Six)

DME-931 Advances in Manufacturing Technologies 3
DME-932 Rapid Prototyping and Manufacturing 3
DME-933 Advanced Topics in Systems Engineering & Management 3
DME-934 Advanced Information Systems for Manufacturing 3
DME-935 Special Topics for PhD Program 3
DME-936 Advanced Laser Material Processing 3
DME-941 System Safety Engineering and Management 3
DME-942 Facility Planning and Layout 3
DME-943 Production Planning and Control 3
DME-944 Production Scheduling Techniques 3
DME-945 Special Topics for PhD Program 3
DME-951 Design and Analysis of Allocation Mechanism 3
DME-952 Advanced Topics in Human Factors in Product Design 3
DME-953 Advanced Optimal Design of Mechanical System 3
DME-954 Special Topics for PhD Program 3
DME-961 Service Engineering 3
DME-962 Advanced Topics in Quality Management 3
DME-963 Special Topics for PhD Program 3
DME-999 PhD Thesis 30

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 Department of Robotics and Artificial Intelligence (R&AI)
Intelligent robotics is widely believed to spearhead the upcoming technological revolution where robots and intelligent machines
will become an integral part of everyday human life. Be it industrial automation, surgical robotics, household robotics or active
prosthetic rehabilitation, robotic technology is being introduced everywhere in order to assist humans in their everyday tasks.
Moreover, recent developments in industry have led to more and more automation being introduced in operations ranging from
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simple to most complex.

The Department of Robotics and Artificial Intelligence (R&AI) was established in September 2011 and currently seventy two
postgraduate students are completing their Master and PhD in Robotics and Intelligent Machine Engineering (RIME). Department
of R&AI houses dedicated laboratories for Robotics, Machine Vision, Control Systems, Industrial Automation, Electronics and
Computer Aided Engineering whereas it is supported by other labs at the SMME including Rapid Prototyping (RP) and Computer
Numerical Control (CNC) etc. which facilitate mechanical fabrication of indigenously designed robot prototypes. These laboratories
comprise equipment both for research as well as teaching purposes including robotic arms of various types, mobile robots, stereo
vision camera systems, robot designing kits, advanced microcontroller instrumentation, pneumatic / hydraulic workstations and
PCB board fabrication facilities. These enable the student to get maximum practical exposure to modern day robotic technology at
par with similar graduate programmes in other leading international universities.
The department is home to highly qualified faculty from leading universities of Japan, USA, UK, France and Singapore.

MS and PhD in Robotics and Intelligent Machine Engineering

The postgraduate programme of Robotics and Intelligent Machine Engineering (RIME) is focused towards advanced level education
and state of the art research in the cutting edge areas of:
»» Robotics & Automation
»» Mechatronics & MEMS
»» Control Systems Engineering
»» Machine Intelligence
»» Computer Vision

The Master’s programme requires the student to complete 22 – 23 credit hours of theory and 1 – 2 credit hours of lab work
including 6 core and 2 elective courses. The students are required to take up a research thesis in any of the streams identified
above. The PhD programme requires the students to study 6 courses focusing on the stream of their choice and then undertake
research for a PhD dissertation. The laboratories housing most modern equipment available at the department make it possible
for the students to gather practical results for their experiments wherever required.

MS Coursework Programme Code: 622

Core Courses
Course Code Course Title Credits
RIME-811 Robot Mechanics and Control 3
CSE-860 Artificial Intelligence 3
EC-803 Computer Vision 3
RIME-812 Mobile Robotics 3
RIME-899 MS Thesis 6

Electives EM-890 Modeling and Simulation 3

Any two from the following Streams and Two from NUST EE-873 Fuzzy Control 3
approved Courses (Subject to availability of Faculty)
EE-827 Non Linear Control Systems 3
Course Code Course Title Credits
EE-830 Adaptive Control 3
RIME-821 MEMS Design and Fabrication 3
EM-800 Robotics – I 3
RIME-832 Machine Learning 3
EM-805 Robotics – II 3
MTH-811 Advanced Engineering Mathematics 3
EE-871 Linear Control Systems 3
IME-813 Computer Integrated Manufacturing 3
EE-822 Advanced Logic Design 3
EM-840 Data Acquisition and Control 3
RIME-833 Deep Learning 3
EM-870 Advanced Embedded Systems / 3
Micro-Controllers RIME-813 Robotic Grasping and Fixturing 3

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RIME-814 Rehabilitation and Assistive Robotics 3 RIME-837 Simultaneous Localization and Map- 3
RIME-815 Legged Robotics 3 ping
RIME-816 Robot Design 3 RIME-817 BioRobotics 3
RIME-835 Human Robot Interaction 3 RIME-823 Medical Devices and Robotics 3
RIME -836 Probabilistic Robotics 3 EE-840 RF MEMS:Theory and Applications 3

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RIME-843 Sensors and Sensing 3 NSE-847 Essentials of NEMS MEMS 3

PhD Courses (Any six of the following)

RIME-913 Robotic Manipulation 3
RIME-914 Robot Motion Planning 3
RIME-916 Special Topics for PhD program (Robotics) 3
RIME-922 Microfluidics and BioMEMS 3
RIME-923 Special Topics for PhD program (Mechatronics) 3
RIME-933 Advanced Artificial Intelligence 3
RIME-934 Special Topics for PhD program (Artificial Intelligence) 3
RIME-942 Pattern Recognition 3
RIME-943 Special Topics for PhD program (Machine Vision) 3
RIME-921 Design of Fault-Tolerant Systems 3
RIME-932 Social Robotics 3
RIME-911 Humanoid Robotics 3
RIME-999 PhD Thesis 30

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 Department of Biomedical Engineering & Sciences
Biomedical is among the fastest growing multidisciplinary area which combines design and problem solving Engineering skills with
Medical and Biology. The demand for more sophisticated medical equipment and procedures, cost efficiency and effectiveness will
boost demand for biomedical professionals. In future biomedical professionals will have an enormous impact on the improvement
of health services and related industry.
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The Biomedical Engineering and Sciences programme at SMME with its one hundred and nineteen post graduate students is
aimed to meet the requirement of skilled and professional engineers and scientists in the market including hospitals, biomedical
equipment and prosthetic manufacturers etc.

MS and PhD Biomedical Engineering/Biomedical Sciences

The programme offers MS degree to the students with different backgrounds and provides them education and training in different
areas of Biomedical engineering and sciences. The curriculum of Biomedical Postgraduate programme is designed to match the
needs of local and international industry, health organizations and institutes, research and development, as well as prevailing
needs of higher education in the world. The typical pursuits of the programme include:

»» To translate discovery into treatments that transform the practice of medicine; determine the effectiveness and outcomes of
primary, secondary and tertiary health interventions on patients and populations;
»» To provide leading-edge research that related to human health and disease
»» To support the academia, hospital and medical businesses, Government health service agencies
»» Research and development in regulatory affairs and medical devices standards
»» Development of biosensors.
»» Research and development in diagnosis and treatment of cancer
»» Indigenous production of pharmaceutical materials
»» Research and development in computational and experimental neuroscience
»» To provide cutting edge research in biomedical imaging
»» To provide support for Healthcare information and management system

The Master course consists of eight taught lecture modules plus a research project work. Each taught module is self-contained, and
covers a complete topic. Out of eight taught courses, four courses are Core Courses. The core courses are common and compulsory
for all students, while the remaining four courses may be selected from any field of specialty (i.e. Biomedical Engineering /
Biomedical Sciences).

MS Coursework Programme Code: 623

Core Courses
Course Code Course Title Credits
BMES-821 Human Physiology and Anatomy 3
BMES-813 Biomedical Instrumentation 3
BMES-811 Signals and Images in Medicine 3
BMES-812 Medical Devices Design and Standards 3
BMES-899 MS Thesis 6
BME-802 Applied Mathematics* 0
* Introductary courses
Elective Courses (Engineering Stream) (Any four)
Course Code Course Title Credits
BME-831 Biofluid Mechanics 3
BMES-842 Advanced Biomaterials 3
BMES-814 Neural Engineering 3
BME-822 Selected Topics in Biomedical Engineering 3
BMES-862 Clinical Biostatistics 3
BMES-832 Biomechanics 3
BMES-823 Molecular Neuroscience 3
BME-833 Prosthetics and Rehabilitation 3
MATH-814 Advanced Engineering Mathematics 3
ME-820 Advanced Instrumentation and Experimental Methods 3
BME-843 Modeling Organs and Tissues 3

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BME-844 Visual Perception 3
BMES-845 Rehabilitation Engineering 3

Non Credit Courses

Course Code Course Title Credits

SMME
BMES-801 Biology for Engineers 0
BMES-802 Applied Mathematics 0

Additional Courses MS
Course Code Course Title Credits
RM-898 Research Methodology 2
SEM/WKSP-897 Seminar / Workshop 1

PhD Biomedical Engineering Courses

Course Code Course Title Credits
BMES-941 Advances in Biomedical Materials 3
BMES-942 Artificial Organs and Biomedical Applications 3
BMES-931 Advances in Biological Perception 3
BMES-932 Image and Vision Computing in Medicine 3
BMES-934 Advanced Bio-signal Processing 3
BMES-923 Advances in Neural Rehabilitation Engineering 3
BMES-999 PhD Thesis 30
Dissertation 3

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 MS and PhD Biomedical Sciences Programme Code: 624
Core Courses
Course Code Course Title Credits
BMES-821 Human Physiology and Anatomy 3
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BMES-813 Biomedical Instrumentation 3

BMES-811 Signals and Images in Medicine 3
BMES-842 Advanced Biomaterials 3
BMES-899 MS Thesis 6
BMES-802 Applied Mathematics* 0

Elective Courses (Sciences Stream) (Any Three)

Course Code Course Title Credits
BMES-832 Biomechanics 3
BMES-814 Neural Engineering 3
BMS-822 Selected Topics in Biomedical Sciences 3
BMES-862 Clinical Biostatistics 3
BMES-812 Medical Devices Design and Standards 3
BMES-823 Molecular Neuroscience 3
MVI-851 Medical Genetics 3
BMES-825 Cancer Cytogenetic 3
BMES-815 Biosensors and Instrumentation 3
ME-820 Advanced Instrumentation and Experimental Methods 3
BMS-843 Systems Pharmacology and Therapeutics 3
BMS-844 Nano and Micro Drug Delivery Systems 3
BMES-845 Rehabilitation Engineering 3
Non Credit Courses
BMES-801 Biology for Engineers* (Non Credit Course) 0
BMES-802 Applied Mathematics* (Non Credit Course) 0
Additional Courses MS
RM-898 Research Methodology 2
SEM/WKSP-897 Seminar / Workshop 1

* Introductary courses

List of PhD Courses

Course Code Course Title Credits
BMES-950 Recent advances in Molecular 3
Biology and Biomedicine
BMES-941 Advances in Biomedical Materials 3
BMES-923 Advances in Neural Rehabilitation 3
Engineering
BMES-942 Artificial Organs and Biomedical 3
Applications
BMES-952 Tissue Engineering 3
BMES-951 Bio-Nanotechnology 3
BMES-999 PhD Thesis 30
Additional Course PhD
SEM/WKSP- Seminar / Workshop 1
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Research Center for

About the University

Modelling and Simulation
(RCMS), Islamabad

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 Research Center for Modelling and Simulation (RCMS)
Research Center for Modeling and Simulation was established in 2007 to bring the cutting edge of computational research to
NUST. The center houses the country’s most powerful computer and expert faculty to provide a true multi-disciplinary research
environment. The center aims to act as a platform to integrate design and development efforts by the government, academia
and industry through collaborative cross-disciplinary research and educational programmes. Specifically, there was a need for
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integrating analytical and computational techniques with advances in computer hardware and software. In its short history,
RCMS has conducted high end research in Aerospace, Computational Biomedical Engineering, Bioinformatics, and Computational
Chemistry etc through its faculty and students.
RCMS started its first MS programme in Computational Science and Engineering in Fall 2008. In Fall, 2010, the programme was
extended to PhD in Computational Science and Engineering. In Fall 2013, RCMS launched Pakistan’s first ever MS programme
of Systems Engineering. The MS Bioinformatics programme was launched in Fall 2016. Facilitated by the enabling environment
comprising state of the art constituent laboratories, library and adaptive mechanisms, faculty and students at RCMS developed a
multi-disciplinary approach to research and education, making many notable contributions. Recently, the education, training and
research activities have been divided into two main streams or departments, namely: Computational Sciences; and Computational
Engineering. These departments have been further divided into divisions to keep the activities focused, better managed as well
as synergized. Computational Sciences comprises Real Time Systems and Computational & Applied Mathematics. Similarly,
Computational Engineering division is divided into Engineering Sciences, Systems Engineering and Operations Research.

Faculty
Dr Rizwan Riaz Principal Dr Mian Ilyas Ahmad
PhD (University of Manchester), UK PhD (Imperial College London), UK
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering Discipline: Control Systems
Specialization: Computational Fluid Dynamics/Aeroacoustic Specialization: Control Systems, Model order Reduction

Engr Sikander Hayat Mirza HoD Computational Engineering Dr Salma Sherbaz

Oi/c ScREC PhD Harbin Engineering University, China
MS (Iowa State University), USA Discipline: Fluid Mechanics
Discipline: Avionics Engineering Specialization: Computational Fluid Dynamics
Specialization: Communication & Signal Processing
Dr Zartasha Mustansar
Dr Absaar ul Jabbar PhD (University of Manchester), UK
PhD (TU Dortmund University), Germany Discipline: Biomedical Engineering/Sciences
Discipline: Mechanical Engineering Specialization: Image-Based Modeling
Specialization: Computational Fluid Dynamics
Dr Rehan Zafar Paracha
Dr Adnan Maqsood HoD Research PhD (National University of Sciences & Technology), Pakistan
PhD (Nanyang Technological University (NTU)), Singapore Discipline: Virology and Immunology
Discipline: Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering Specialization: Drug Discovery & Development
Specialization: Aerodynamic/ Flight Mechanics & Control
Dr Mehak Rafiq
Dr Ishrat Jabeen, HoD Computational Sciences PhD: University of Greewich & University of Sussex, UK
PhD (University Of Vienna), Austria Discipline: Biology
Discipline: Chemistry Specialization: Translational Biology & Molecular Medicine
Specialization: Medicine Chemistry
Dr Ammar Mushtaq
Dr Uzma Habib PhD (National University of Sciences & Technology), Pakistan
PhD: University of Heidelberg, Germany Discipline: Computational Science & Engineering
Discipline: Chemistry Specialization: Computational Fluid Dynamics
Specialization: Computational Chemistry
Dr Tariq Saeed
Dr Zamir Hussain PhD (National University of Sciences & Technology), Pakistan
PhD (Bahauddin Zakariya University), Pakistan Discipline: Computational Science & Engineering
Discipline: Statistics Specialization: Model Checking/Parallel Computing
Specialization: Statistics
Engr Muhammad Hassan Khan
Dr Fouzia Malik BEng (University of Engineering & Technology, Taxila), Pakistan
PhD: Quaid-e-Azam University, Pakistan Discipline: Electronics Engineering
Discipline: Physical Chemistry Specialization: Parallel Computing/Cluster Management
Specialization: Physical Chemistry
Engr Fawad Khan
Dr Shahzad Rasool MS (National University of Sciences & Technology), Pakistan
PhD (Nanyang Technological University (NTU)), Singapore Discipline: Computer Software Engineering
Discipline: Computer Engineering Specialization: Optical Networks
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Dr Junaid Ahmad Khan
PhD (National University of Sciences & Technology), Pakistan
Discipline: Computational Science & Engineering
Specialization: Computational Fluid Dynamics

RCMS
Student Support Facilities
Classrooms
RCMS provides conducive learning environment through spacious and air conditioned classrooms equipped with smart podiums,
multimedia projector, CD player for video sessions, high speed internet facility and smart white boards.

Library
The library possesses latest books /journals relevant to the fields of specialization being offered at the Center. Textbooks are loaned
to students for one semester without any charge. The collection of books is updated continuously and most suited and beneficial
new books are acquired on the recommendation of faculty members as well as students. Access to HEC’ Online Digital Library is
also available to faculty and students. Moreover, RCMS library provides its users access to about 3000 multidisciplinary collection
of e-books through our networked CD-ROM server.

Research Facilities
»» Supercomputing Research and Education Facility (ScREC)
For multidisciplinary research including Finite Element
Analysis, Fluid Flow Simulation, Aerodynamic Design
Analysis, Applied Mechanics and Flight Dynamics.
In 2012, NUST established Supercomputing Research &
Education Centre (ScREC) at RCMS. Supercomputer at
ScREC comprises GPUs inter connected with QDR infini-
band switch with following specifications:

»» 128 TERA FLOPS Theoretical Peak Performance It’s a privilege for me to pursue my MS from RCMS.
»» 2 Head Nodes (16 CPU Cores) Computational Science and Engineering (CSE) is
»» 32 Compute Nodes (256 CPU Cores) a multidisciplinary application-driven field that
»» 32 Nvidia Tesla Processors (30,720 GPU Cores) deals with the development and application of
»» 21.6 TB SAN Storage computational models and simulations in various
»» 1.312 TB RAM research areas. Applying numerical simulations
»» QDR Infiniband Switch (Data Rate 40 Gb/s) in medical field to make a real difference to
patients has always remained fascinating to me.
»» PhD Research Lab (Computational Science) The department with its extensive computational
PhD cubicles equipped with workstations, Printers, white resources and cutting-edge technology has given me
boards, UPS and Lockers, etc. a chance to sharpen my skills in my field of choice.
It’s been great to be taught by such a talented
»» PhD Research Lab (Computational Engineering) and supportive faculty members who are always
PhD cubicles equipped with workstations, Printers, white interested in our ideas. I am confident that the skills I
boards, UPS and Lockers, etc. am learning here, are preparing me well for a better
career.
»» MS Research Lab (All programmes of RCMS)
Facility for MS students comprising research desks Nabisha Farooq,
equipped with computers, UPS and Lockers, etc. This lab MS Student, RCMS
is specially designed for all three major programmes of Computational Biomedical Engg.
RCMS i.e. Computational Science & Engineering, System
Engineering & Bioinformatics.

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 Supercomputing Research and Education Center (ScREC)
Computing has experienced revolutionary transformation due to the emergence of massively parallel computing platforms such as
Graphics Processing Units (GPUs) and multicore CPU’s. In 2012, NUST established Supercomputing Research & Education Center
(ScREC) at RCMS. Supercomputer at ScREC comprises GPUs inter connected with QDR infiniband switch.
RCMS

Being the best university in country and scenic campus are not the only reasons to fell in love with NUST.
Life at NUST has been amazing. Two years at NUST have molded me into someone who is confident and
ready to take challenges. Beside excellent education, NUST has nurtured my social and personal life as well.
NUST offers freedom to students to actively participate in both curricular and extra-curricular activities.
The faculty members are highly qualified, supportive and always welcoming to innovative ideas. NUST has
highly equipped labs which provide opportunities to experiment with latest tools and technologies. RCMS
in particular houses fastest super computer in the country that offers various softwares and tools, which
makes RCMS an ideal research environment for researchers and students.

Asad Hayat
MS student
CSE-8

MS and PhD in Computational Science and Engineering (CS&E)

MS and PhD in Computational Science and Engineering

Computational Science & Engineering (CS&E) is an interdisciplinary field focusing on understanding and analyzing complex sys-
tems, predicting their behavior and eventually optimizing processes and designs. CS&E heavily relies on computer architecture
and powerful algorithms. Currently, there are many open problems and challenges in healthcare. Validation and verification of
computational models due to their approximate behavior is important. To overcome this, RCMS offers powerful methods and
techniques for assimilation of very large data sets, including techniques for visualization and animation.

Computational Science and Engineering at RCMS

Recently, after a comprehensive review of the curriculum, the core courses of MS Computational Science & Engineering at RCMS
have been aligned with the recommendations of SIAM’ Working Group. As regards the elective courses, in keeping with best In-
ternational practices, the same have been grouped in a manner that a student may select a specialization stream right from the
start of the program. Based on the selection, the student may pursue three to four courses in the respective specialization area. At
present, RCMS offers following six specialization streams in MS / PhD programmes in Computational Science & Engineering subject
to appropriate student registration and course offering:
»» Computational Engineering »» Computational Science
• Applied Mechanics (AM) • Applied Computer Science (CS)
• Communication Systems & Networks (CS&N) • Computational Chemistry (CC)
• Computational Biomedical Engineering (CBE)
• System Analysis and Control (SAC)

Scheme of Studies Programme Code: 640

Core Courses
Course Code Course Title Credits
CSE-880 Computational Linear Algebra & Optimization 3
CSE-882 Computing For Computational Science & Engineering 3
CSE-881 Applied Mathematics For Computational Science & Engineering 3
CSE-883 Data Analysis & Statistics 3
CSE-899 MS Thesis 6

Additional Course (To evaluate research potential / aptitude and prepare for thesis)
RM-898 Research Methodology 2

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 Computational Chemistry (CC)
Communication Systems & Networks (CS&N) CSE-876 Biochemistry 3
CSE-843 Performance Analysis of Comm. Systems 3 CSE-884 Quantum Chemistry 3
CSE-844 Performance Analysis of Networks 3 CSE-892 Organometallic Chemistry 3
CSE-864 Network Programming 3 CSE-917 Concepts in Supramolecular Chemistry 3
EE-851 Advanced Digital Comm. Systems 3 CSE-915 Modeling of Molecular Properties 3

RCMS
EE-831 Advanced Digital Signal Processing 3 CSE-916 Metals in Biological Systems 3
IT-877 Advanced Computer Networks 3 CSE-914 Computational Enzymology 3
CSE-842 Comm. Systems & Networks 3 CH-807 Coordination Chemistry 3
SYSE-831 Introduction to Information Security 3 CSE-878 Computational Chemistry 3
SYSE-832 Network and System Level Security 3 CSE-871 Chemical Kinetics and Reaction Dynamics 3
CSE-845 Applied Machine Learning 3 CSE-913 Modeling of Cluster Compounds 3
DME-811 Product Design and Development 3 CSE-918 Modeling Polymeric Materials 3
Computational Bio-medical Engineering (CBE) CSE-893 Biomolecular Simulations 3
CSE-885 Anatomy and Physiology For CSE 3 SYSE-804 Modeling, Simulation and Optimization 3
CSE-888 Computational Modeling of Physiological 3 CSE-845 Applied Machine Learning 3
Systems
DME-811 Product Design and Development 3
CSE-890 Analysis of Biomechanical Systems 3
Applied Computer Science
BMES-832 Biomechanics 3
CSE-952 Advanced Model Checking 3
BMES-842 Advanced Biomaterials 3
CSE-870 Petri Nets 3
BMES-931 Artificial Organs and Biomedical Applica- 3
tions CSE-869 Real Time Systems 3
BMES-941 Advances in Biomedical Materials 3 CSE-815 Graph Theory and Algorithms 3
BME-822 Selected Topics in Biomedical Engineer- 3 CSE-811 Parallel Computing for Heterogeneous 3
ing Platforms
CSE-831 Finite Element Methods 3 CSE-867 Virtual Reality 3
CSE-845 Applied Machine Learning 3 CSE-865 3D Geometric modeling and Reconstruc- 3
tion
DME-811 Product Design and Development 3
CSE-868 Human Computer Interaction 3
CSE-847 Biomedical Engineering 3
CSE-845 Applied Machine Learning 3
BMES-813 Biomedical Instrumentation 3
DME-811 Product Design and Development 3
BMES-812 Medical Devices Design and Standards 3
System Analysis & Control (SAC)
BMES-811 Signals and Images in Medicine 3
EE-871 Linear Control Systems 3
BMES-801 Biology for Engineers 3
EE-875 Discrete Time Control Systems 3
Applied Mechanics (AM)
EE-873 Fuzzy Control 3
CSE-801 Computational Fluid Dynamics 3
EE-872 Optimal Control 3
CSE-831 Finite Element Methods 3
EE-874 Adaptive Control 3
CSE-894 Ship Hydrodynamics 3
EE-829 System Identification 3
CSE-872 Non-Newtonian Fluid Mechanics 3
CSE-879 Model Order Reduction 3
CSE-901 Advanced Compressible Fluids 3
EE-977 Nonlinear Control Systems 3
CSE-902 Advanced Incompressible Fluids 3
RIME-953 Robust Control 3
CSE-903 Advanced Heat Transfer 3
EE-976 Optimal and Multivariable Control 3
CSE-906 Boundary Layer Theory 3
ME-837 Nonlinear Dynamics 3
CSE-911 Advanced Flight Mechanics 3
CSE-845 Applied Machine Learning 3
ME-837 Non-Linear Dynamics 3
DME-811 Product Design and Development 3
CSE-931 Advanced Numerical Methods 3
Bio-Informatics (BI) for PhD only
ME-833 Computational Fluid Dynamics –II 3
CSE-876 Biochemistry 3
ME-815 Advanced Modeling & Simulation 3
CSE-877 Statistics in Bioinformatics 3
SYSE-822 Applied Aerodynamics 3
CSE-953 Advanced Computational Biology 3
CSE-845 Applied Machine Learning 3
CSE-873 Computational Drug Design 3
DME-811 Product Design and Development 3
CSE-874 Molecular Modeling and Drug Design 3

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 CSE-870 Petri-Nets 3 CSE-920 Computational Bio-pharmaceuticals and 3
CSE-952 Advanced Model Checking 3 pharmacokinetics
CSE-895 Microarray and RNA Sequencing 3 BI-831 Microarray Analysis 3
CSE-896 Translational Bioinformatics 3 BI-832 Next Generation Sequencing Analysis 3
CSE-919 Modeling of Biological Regulatory Net- 3 BI-851 Computational Immunology 3
RCMS

works BI-852 Computational Vaccinology 3

For PhD CS&E Program:

1. Core courses
2. Minimum 18 credit hours of specialization courses as specified by the Guidance and Examination Committee (GEC).
3. Pre-requisite courses to study specialization courses, if any.
4. Any other additional course(s) specified by the GEC.

Note: Selection/Allotment/Choice/Offering for specialization stream depends on:

1. Student’s/applicant’s background
2. Sufficient number of students opting for a particular stream
3. Availability of faculty
MS in Systems Engineering
Systems Engineering is an interdisciplinary field of engineering focusing on how complex engineering projects and products should
be designed and managed over their entire life cycles. The aim of education in Systems Engineering is to simply formalize the ap-
proach and in doing so, identify new methods and research opportunities similar to the way it occurs in other fields of engineering.
As an approach, Systems Engineering is holistic and interdisciplinary.
Its focus is on integration and overall system optimization to ensure that all likely aspects of a project, product or system are taken
into consideration and embedded into design and management planning. It is a considered opinion that Systems Engineering will
play an important role for the future of the scientific discovery process and engineering design.
Systems Engineering at RCMS
»» MS in Systems Engineering at RCMS comprises of 05 core courses followed by 03 courses of specialization domain. The core
courses are based on the recommendations of INCOSE Reference Curriculum Group. The specialization courses focus the ho-
listic nature of the programme and are taught from the system’s perspective by treating various constituents / parts within a
system as sub-systems, rather than at the physical component / part level. At present, RCMS offers following six specialization
streams subject to appropriate student registration:

»» Autonomous Aerospace Systems (AAS)

»» Cognitive Systems (CS)
»» Command, Control, Communication, Computers & Intelligence (C4I)
»» Communication Systems & Networks (CS&N)
»» Information Assurance (IA)
»» Applied Computer Science

MS Systems Engineering
MS Coursework Programme Code: 642
Core Courses SYSE 812 Human Factors Engineering 3
Course Code Course Title Credits SYSE 813 Interaction Design 3
SYSE 801 Systems Engineering Principles 3 2. Autonomous Aerospace Systems
SYSE 803 System Integration and Validations SYSE 821 Unmanned Aircraft Systems 3
SYSE 804 Modeling , Simulation and Optimization 3 SYSE 822 Applied Aerodynamics 3
SYSE 805 System Engineering Project 3 SYSE 823 Performance Analysis of Fixed and 3
Management Rotary Wing Aircraft
Additional Course 3. Communication Systems & Networks
RM 898 Research Methodology 2 SYSE 831 Introduction to Information Security 3
SEM / 897 Seminar / Workshop 1 SYSE 832 Network and System Level Security 3
WKSP 4. Communication & Network Systems
Elective Courses Stream Wise CSE 842 Communication Systems & Networks 3
1. Cognitive Systems CSE 843 Performance Analysis of Comm Systems 3
PSY 823 Psychology of Learning & Cognition 3

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 CSE 844 Performance Analysis of Networks 3
5. Applied Computer Science
CSE 870 Petri Nets 3
CSE 952 Advanced Model Checking 3
CSE 869 Real-time Systems 3

RCMS
For Cousre Based MS Program: General Elective
(For all Specialization)
SYSE 812 Human Factors Engineering 3
CSE 815 Graph Theory & Algorithms 3
CSE 883 Data Analysis & Statistics 3
CSE 870 Petri-Nets 3
CSE 952 Advanced Model Checking 3
SYSE 817 Design and Analysis of Experiments 3
1. Cognitive Systems
SYSE 814 Human Supervisory Control 3
SYSE 817 Design and Analysis of Experiments 3
2. Communication & Network Systems
IT 877 Advanced Computer Networks 3
EE 831 Advanced Digital Signal Processing 3
EE 851 Advanced Digital Communication 3
Systems
SYSE 831 Introduction to Information Security 3
SYSE 832 Network & System Level Security 3

For MS Systems Engineering Program: In addition to the core courses, minimum four (04) courses from the specialization stream
to complete 24 credit hour coursework requirement followed by six (06) credit hours of thesis research.

Note: Selection/Allotment/Choice/Offering for specialization stream depends on:

1. Student’s/applicant’s background
2. Sufficient number of students opting for a particular stream
3. Availability of faculty

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 MS Bioinformatics
Bioinformatics is the interdisciplinary field of science which primarily focuses on the convergence of computer science, mathemat-
ics and biology in one big-picture. The goal of this field is to apply statistical and informatics methodologies to the growing amount
of biomedical and genomic data in order to bring meaning to the data and build tools, which can be utilized by scientists, clinicians,
RCMS

and patients.
Bioinformatics is nowadays a pre-requisite for an accurate understanding of clinical knowledge which includes finding similari-
ties in patient populations, interpreting underlying biological processes and identifying therapeutic treatments and health conse-
quences that cannot otherwise be completely understood with the help of experiments.
Bioinformatics is a relatively young field and was first brought forward during last quarter of a century. It was initially presented as
a way to aid data storage, organization, retrieval and improved interpretation of the available clinical research. With the passage of
time, it was realized that Bioinformatics needed to develop grounds for cross-referencing data with the help of complex algorithms
in order understand data in more detail.

MS Bioinformatics at RCMS
MS in Bioinformatics at RCMS comprises of 06 core courses followed by 02 courses of specialization domain. A systematic meth-
odology pipeline was used to develop curriculum for MS in Bioinformatics. The goal of this methodology pipeline was to come up
with a set of courses that are practiced at international levels for the graduate Bioinformatics program. At present, RCMS offers
following three specialization streams subject to appropriate student registration:

• Translational Bioinformatics
• Systems Biology
• Computational Drug-Design

MS Coursework
Core Courses
Course Code Course Title Credits
BI-801 Computing for Bioinformatics 3
BI-802 Mathematics for Bioinformatics 3
CSE-883 Data Analysis and Statistics 3
CSE-899 MS Thesis 6
CSE-877 Statistics in Bioinformatics 3-0
CSE-953 Advanced Computational Biology 3-0
BI-899 MS Thesis 6-0
Elective Courses (Specialization wise)
Computational Drug Design
CSE-873 Computational Drug Design 3
CSE-874 Molecular Modeling and Drug Design 3
BI-811 Machine Learning in Drug Design 3
Translational Bioinformatics
BI-831 Microarray Analysis 3
BI-832 Next Generation Sequencing Analysis 3
CSE-895 Microarray and RNA Sequencing 3
CSE-896 Translational Bioinformatics 3
Common Electives
BI-851 Computational Immunology 3
BI-852 Computational Vaccinology 3
CSE-876 Biochemistry 3
HCB-811 Cancer Genetics 3
ABS-839 Proteomics 3
HCB-841 Molecular Medicine 3
ABS-933 Principles of Molecular Biology 3
HCB-813 General & Molecular Immunology 3
CSE-845 Applied Machine Learning 3
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 CSE-953 Advanced Computational Biology 3
CSE-877 Statistics in Bioinformatics 3
CSE-880 Computational Linear Algebra and Optimization 3
CSE-870 Petri-Nets 3
CSE-952 Advanced Model Checking 3

RCMS
Additional Courses
RM-898 Research Methodology 2
SEM/WKSP-897 Seminar / Workshop 1

For MS Bioinformatics Program: In addition to the core courses, minimum four (04) courses from the specialization stream to
complete 24 credit hour coursework requirement followed by six (06) credit hours of thesis research.
Note: Selection/Allotment/Choice/Offering for specialization stream depends on:
1. Student’s/applicant’s background
2. Sufficient number of students opting for a particular stream
3. Availability of faculty

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United States Pakistan
Center for Advanced
Studies in Energy (USPCAS-E),
Islamabad
 About the University

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 United States Pakistan Center for Advanced Studies in
Energy (USPCAS-E)
USPCAS-E

Introduction
The core mission of the Centre is to efficiently address and implement the E3 criteria (Energy, Environment and Economy) for
sustainable societal development. The Centre is going to create an ecosystem for addressing energy requirements by influencing
policy makers, developing technologies, human resources and mobilizing communities for energy conservation. The Centre for
Energy Systems lately titled as U.S.-Pakistan Centre for Advanced Studies in Energy (USPCAS-E) was launched in June 2011 to
provide impetus to energy sector programmes and support and consolidate related activities/ projects with a view to contributing
to national economy in times of energy crisis. It was inaugurated on January 9, 2012. Collaborating partners from Canada, USA,
UK, RSA and KSA warmly participated in the event. The Centre aims at providing sustainable supply of energy at affordable rates
with greater share of renewable in the energy mix to reduce environmental footprint. The centre’s vision resides in setting up pilot
plants to demonstrate the feasibility of specific programmes in the various energy sectors.

Overview
The U.S. Pakistan Centre for Advanced Studies in Energy (USPCAS-E) aims to focus on applied research relevant to Pakistan’s energy
needs and serve as a bridge between the government, industry, and academia and undertake sustainable policy formulation.
USPCAS-E is a partnership between the National University of Science and Technology (NUST), Islamabad; University of Engineering
and Technology, Peshawar (UET); and U.S. partner Arizona State University (ASU).
At the end of the project, the Centres at NUST and UET will be sustainable hubs to address energy related issues. Collaboration
between the partner USPCAS-E universities and the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan will help ensure institutionalization
and sustainability of USPCAS-E.

Objectives
»» Help Pakistan unleash its enormous potential for economic growth
»» Become Pakistan’s premier energy think-tank and engage stakeholders in both industry and government
»» Improve relevance and quality of curricula, strengthen use of effective teaching methods, and upgrade graduate programmes
»» Enhance responsiveness of university research and graduates’ skills to public and private sector needs;
»» Focus on cutting-edge applied research & finding indigenous solutions to challenges;
»» Build a nationwide network for energy professionals by establishing and facilitating channels for interaction including
networking sessions, workshops, and exchange programmes
»» Increase access to higher education in energy-related professions for women and economically disadvantaged students
»» Establish channels to facilitate local and international networking in the energy sector;
»» Emerge as financially self-sustained national hub for energy issues;

Research Agenda
Provide leadership, research, support, and policy development for conventional and renewable energy, and emerging technologies
from a variety of platforms, such as

»» State of the art methods to enhance existing energy and power system utilization
»» Emerging solar, energy storage and fuel cell technologies
»» Advance the usage of biomass/biofuels for power generation
»» Efficient thermal power plants with carbon mitigation and nuclear energy research.
»» Energy efficient and green building research
»» Wind resource assessment and power generation through advance tools and technology
»» Advance turbomachinery design and development for various energy conversion systems

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»» Energy policies leading to cost-conscious, responsible development of Pakistan’s energy resources and commitment to
environmental quality.
»» Energy efficient transport technologies
»» Emphasis on SMART Grid Research, FACTS devices and Hardware in the loop for grid

USPCAS-E
»» Explore instrumentation and measurement issues for modern power systems
Postgraduate Degree Programmes
The Postgraduate programme at USPCAS-E aims to provide access to higher education in energy-related professions for women
and economically disadvantaged students across Pakistan; by internationally competitive multi-disciplinary graduate training, with
improved relevance and quality curricula and by use of effective teaching methods. The Centre builds a nationwide network for
energy professionals by establishing and facilitating channels for interaction including world class research laboratories, library,
networking sessions, seminars, workshops, and international exchange programmes.

International and National Partnerships »» Mini’ Sputter Coater, Glow Discharge System
»» Arizona State University, USA »» Super Critical Fluid Extraction Facility
»» Oregon State University, USA »» Subsonic wind tunnel
»» United Nations Industrial Development Organization »» Real Time Phasor Mode Simulator
(UNIDO) »» 250 kW PV solar power plant
»» World Bank Group »» Machine Shop
»» Dr Razi Nalim Purdue University (IUPUI) »» Thermal Spray Facility
»» Fauji Fertilizer Corporation Limited
»» ICI / AKZO Nobel Research Facilities
»» Pakistan State Oil »» Smart Grids
»» All Pakistan Textile Mills Association (APTMA) »» Meteorological High Precision Station
»» Alternative Energy Development Board (AEDB) »» Biofuel Engineering & Power
»» Attock Refinery Limited »» Advance Energy Materials & Fuel Cells Lab
»» Attock Generation Limited »» Solar Energy
»» Sustainable Development Policy Institute (SDPI) »» Thermal Energy
»» Planning Commission of Pakistan (National Steering Com- »» Emerging Technologies Lab
mittee on Sustainable Energy for ALL) »» Energy Storage Lab

Equipment and Software Facility Library

»» Elemental Analyzer The library is designed to meet the requirements of degree pro-
»» Fischer Tropsch Synthesis Plant grammes currently being offered at USPCAS-E. A large number
»» Gas Chromatograph of books are there to cover the domains of energy systems,
»» Albedometer, Pyrheliometer, Pyrgeometer thermal engineering, wind, solar, nuclear, photovoltaics, energy
»» Thermal Dilatometer policy and economics. The library is digitally subscribed with
»» Gas Sorption Analyser HEC which gives access to online energy related journals. Two
»» Fourier Transform Infrared Spectrometer magazines namely national geographic and reader’s digest are
»» Volumetric Sorption Analyser also in library’s subscription list.
»» Coin Cell Battery Fabrication Line
»» PEM Fuel Cell Testing Station Experimental and Simulation Facilities
»» Photo-bio reactors Research Labs
»» High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) »» Fossil fuel Lab
»» 7500 Real-Time PCR System »» Solar Energy Lab
»» Power Grid Simulator »» Advance Energy Materials & Systems (AEMS) Lab
»» Phasor Data Concentrator »» Energy Storage and Conservation Lab
»» Rigol Oscilloscope »» Biofuel Lab
»» Power Quality Analyzer »» Thermal Energy Engineering Research Lab
»» UV-VIS-NIR Spectrophotometer »» Smart Grid & Power Systems Lab
»» Simultaneous Thermogravimetry/ Differential Thermal »» Combined Lab/ Emerging Technologies Lab
Analysers (TGA/DTA)
»» Gas Chromatograph Mass Spectrometer (GCMS)
Simulation Facilities
»» PSCAD
»» Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM)
»» Aspen Plus
»» DC-RF Sputtering System
»» Multi Sim
»» X-ray Diffraction (XRD)
»» Dig Silent Power Factory
»» Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) with Energy Disper-
»» PV* sol,
sive X-ray Spectroscopy (EDS).
»» HOMER
»» Wind masts
»» ASAP
»» 18x18’’ Wind tunnel
»» windPRO
»» Wind LiDAR
»» Engineering Equation Solver (EES)

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 Faculty Dr Muhammad Zubair
Professional Doctorate of Engineering (TU Delft) Netherlands
MS Engineering (NUST)
Dr Zuhair S Khan Acting Principal/Dean
Specialization: Process and Equipment Design, Thermal
USPCAS-E

PhD (Kyoto University) Japan

Engineering, Fuels and Combustion, Biofuels
MS Engineering (Linkoping University) Sweden
Specialization: Advanced Energy Materials & Surface
Dr Muhammad Bilal Sajid
Engineering, Thin Films, Surface & Coatings Technology
PhD Mechanical Engineering (KAUST KSA)
MSc Mechanical Engineering (UET Taxila) Pakistan
Dr Mohammad Bilal Khan Professor
Specialization: Thermal Energy Engineering
DIC/PhD ( Imperial College-London) UK
MS (USA)
Dr Muhammad Aamir
Specialisation: Energy systems, Interface Engineering, Polymer
PhD (Chongqing University) China
Engineering.
Specialization: Engineering Thermophysics, Heat Transfer,
Spray Cooling
Dr Adeel Javed HoD Thermal Energy Engineering
PhD Gas Turbine and Turbomachinery (TU Delft) Netherlands
Dr Syed Muhammad Raza Kazmi
MSc Aerospace Propulsion (Cranfield University) UK
PhD Power Electronics (Tohoku University) Japan
Specialization: Gas turbine performance, Aero-Thermal
Specialization: Wind and Solar Energy Conversion Systems
aspects of Turbomachinery, Computational Fluid Dynamics,
Experimentation
Dr Hassan Abdullah Khalid
PhD Electrical Engineering (University of Laquila) Italy
Dr Kashif Imran HoD Electrical Power Engineering
MS Electrical Power Engineering (Chalmers University of
PhD Electrical Power Engineering (University of Strathclyde) UK
technology) Sweden
Specialization: Electrical Power Systems Engineering
Specialization: Power quality, Grid connected Converters
Dr Naseem Iqbal
Dr Khawaja Arsalan Habib
PhD Chemistry (TU Vienna) Austria
PhD Electrical Power Engineering (University of Electronic
Specialization: Catalysis, PEMFCs, Energy Storage, Gas
Science and Technology) China
Adsorption
MSc. Embedded Intelligent Systems (University of
Hertfordshire,)UK
Dr Adeel Waqas
Specialization: Innovative measurement and instrumentation
PhD Energy Technology (Asian Institute of Technology)
solutions for modern power systems and Smart Grid, System
Thailand
identification and optimal sensor placement
Specialization: Solar Thermal, Passive heating and cooling of
Buildings
Dr Syed Ali Abbas Kazmi
PhD in Electrical (Power) Engineering (SungKyunKwan
Dr Nadia Shahzad
University (SKKU)) South Korea
PhD Material Sciences (Politecnico di Torino) Italy
MS in Electrical (Power) Engineering (UET Peshawar) Pakistan
Specialization: Nanostructured and Photoactive Materials for
Specialization: Smart Distribution Network Planning
Solar Energy Application
Dr Kafaitullah
Dr Rabia Liaquat
PhD Energy Economics and Management (TU Twente)
PhD Environmental Biotechnology/Microbiology,
Netherlands
QAU, Islamabad & The University of Queensland, Australia
Specialization: Energy Policy
Specialization: Bio Energy
Engr Akif Zia Khan (Ex-Pakistan Leave for PhD)
Dr Muhammad Hassan
BE Electrical Engineering, MS Electric Power Systems
PhD and MS in Bio-environmental & Energy Engineering
Specialization: SMART Power Generation
(Nanjing Agricultural University) China
Specialization: Methane Enhancement Technologies,
Shahid Hussain Ansari (Ex-Pakistan Leave for PhD)
Bioenergy Production from Agricultural
MS, BS in Chemical Engineering
Dr Parvez Akhter
Dr Abraiz Khattak
PhD Solid State & Surface Physics (Sussex University) UK
PhD Electrical (Power) Engineering (COMSATS Institute of
Specialization: Solid State & Surface Physics
Information Technology, Islamabad-Pakistan)
Specialization: Power Engineering
Dr Majid Ali
PhD (Nuclear Energy Science and Technology), Harbin
Dr Sahar Shakir
Engineering University, China
PhD Experimental Physics (University of Malaya-Malaysia)
Specialization: Materials/Photovoltaics (PV)

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Dr Mariam Mahmood Dr Khawaja Khalid Mehmood
PhD Machine and Systems Engineering for Energy, PhD Electronics and Electrical Engineering (Sungkyunkwan
Environment and Transport (University of Genova, Italy). University- South Korea).
Specialization: Solar Thermal Energy Applications, Thermal Specialization: Power System Planning And Operations

USPCAS-E
Storage Systems, Gas Turbine Modelling and Diagnostics.

Dr Abasin Ulasyar
PhD Electrical and Electronics Engineering. (Koç University,
Istanbul, Turkey).
Specialization: Power Electronics, Robust and Adaptive
Control, Real Time Operation and Control of Power Systems,
Optimization of Magnetic Circuits for Different Real Time
Applications, Design of Motors and Linear Actuators, Vibration
Suppression Mechanisms, Mechatronic

On-going projects
The Center for Advanced Studies is working with multiple public and private and donor bodies on different applied projects in the
field of energy. Details of the projects are given below:

Joint Research Grants

1. Smart Condition Monitoring based Design and Development of Solar Micro Grid – Community Empowerment through Access
to Energy in the Rural Areas of Pakistan (NUST-ASU).
2. Development of Hybrid Micro Combined Heat & Power System for Distributed Generation in Pakistan (NUST-ASU).
3. Developing the Strategy for policy oriented energy research modelling at USPCAS-E (NUST-ASU).
4. Energy Efficiency Improvements in Building Sector of Pakistan (NUST-ASU).
5. Solar space Heating Systems Integrated with Thermal Energy Storage (NUST-ASU).

Applied Research Grants

6. Development of Advanced Metering Infrastructure & Customer Side Systems
7. Double pervoskite based multiferroic materials for solar cell applications
8. Indigenous Design and Development of a Solar Powered Adsorption Refrigerator (SPAR)
9. DC Module to Improve the Efficiency of String Inverter Solar PV System
10. An Advance Rotor for H-Darrieus Type Vertical Axis Wind Turbine (VAWT)
11. Autonomous 11kV Distribution Line Fault Localization System
12. Designing and Fabrication of Semi-Continuous Stirring Tank Reactors to Evaluate and Optimize the Anaerobic Co-Digestion of
Poultry Manure
13. Pseudo-Noise based Impedance Spectroscopy for Battery Health Monitoring.

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 Masters in Energy Systems Engineering (MS-ESE)
The MS Energy Systems degree programme offers excellent opportunities to the graduates to serve in national and international
institutions, research, planning and development departments of the energy ministries, energy companies, industries, and
USPCAS-E

education and research institutions. It will impart baseline knowledge and train professionals to become entrepreneurs and start
up their own small to medium scale enterprises in the diverse energy fields, apart from opportunities in the diverse renewable
energy sector.
Scheme of Studies
Core Courses
Course Code Course Title Credits
ESE 804 Applied Solar Energy 03
ESE 809 Modelling of Energy Systems 03
ESE 820 Energy and Environment 03
ESE 821 Energy Resources and Technologies 03
ESE 899 MS Thesis 06
Total 18

Electives (Any Four)

Course Code Course Title Credits
ESE-800 Clean Coal Technologies 03
ESE 802 Photo bioreactor Engineering & Bio-Processing 03
ESE 811 Solar Energy 03
ESE 812 Energy Management in Buildings 03
ESE 813 Energy Economics and Policy 03
ESE 814 Fuel Cells 03
ESE 815 Thin Films 03
ESE 816 Economic Evaluation of Thermal Energy Projects 03
ESE 817 Wind Energy 03
ESE 818 Power Distribution Systems 03
ESE 819 Environment Impact Assessment 03
TEE 801 Advanced Thermodynamics 03
ESE 801 Biofuel Engineering 03
ESE 822 Geothermal Engineering 03
ESE 823 Thermal Hydraulics 03
ESE 824 Nuclear Energy Engineering 03
ESE 825 Hydropower Engineering 03
ESE 826 Industrial Catalysis for Energy Systems 03
CSE 801 Computational Fluid Dynamics 03
EEE 812 Advanced Power System Protection 03
EEE 801 Clean Energy Generation, Integration and Storage 03
EEE 811 Electric Power Quality 03
EEE 814 Advanced Power Electronics 03
TEE 803 Conventional and Renewable Energy Power Plants 03
TEE 814 Environmental issues of fossil fuel power plants 03
TEE 815 Advanced Heat and Mass Transfer 03
TEE 816 Fuels and Combustion 03
TEE-820 Process Intensification 03
ESE-803 Photovoltaic Devices 03
ESE-810 Computer Application in Energy Systems 03
ESE-828 Energy Storage Systems 03
RM-898 Research Methodology 02
ESE-832 Energy and Climate Change 03
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PhD in Energy Systems Engineering (PhD-ESE)
The Ph.D. in Energy Systems Engineering programme is being started for academic research and development in public and private

USPCAS-E
sector commensurate with the needs of allied industries. It is essential to produce scientists who will make significant contribu-
tions in the productive research and development in the vast domains of science and engineering especially in the field of energy
production. The courses have been designed keeping in view the latest market demand and encompasses a broad area covering
advanced requirements for the development of energy generation and conversion materials.

Scheme of Studies
The duration of the PhD Energy Systems Engineering programme will be according to the existing policy of NUST for PhD. The main
programme requires a minimum of 18 credit hour (CH) course work and a 30 CH research which will be counted towards the thesis.

Core Courses
Course Code Course Title Credits
ESE 901 Recent Trends in Energy Systems Engineering 03
ESE 902 Socio-Economic Aspects of Energy Systems 03
ESE 999 PhD Thesis 30

Electives (Any Four)

Course Code Course Title Credits
ESE 903 Contemporary Materials for Advanced Energy 03
ESE 904 Advanced Energy Materials: Synthesis & Characterization 03
ESE 905 Advanced Heat and Mass Transfer 03
ESE 906 Biomass/Coal Gasification 03
ESE 907 Photo catalysis-Advancement and Applications 03
ESE 908 Nuclear Thermal Hydraulics 03
ESE 909 Smart Grid Architecture 03
ESE 910 Smart Power Systems 03
ESE 911 Carbon Capture and Utilization 03
RM 899 Research Methodology 03
CHE 848 Gasification Processes 03
EME 803 Combustion and Propulsion 03
EME 981 Advanced Fuel Technology 03
NSE 842 Nano Materials for Energy Applications 03
MSE 901 Advanced Characterization of Materials 03
NSE 931 Advanced Synthesis and Fabrication Techniques 03
EME 901 Advanced Engineering Mathematics 03
ME 935 Renewable Energy 03
ME 936 Solar Technologies 03
CSE 931 Advanced Numerical Methods 03
PHY 921 Plasma Physics 03
PHY 924 Experimental Techniques of Physics 03
Total 36

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 Masters in Thermal Energy Engineering (MS-TEE)
The degree programme offers excellent opportunities to the graduates to serve in national and international institutions, research,
USPCAS-E

and planning and development departments of the energy ministries, energy companies, industries, and education and research
institutions. It will impart baseline knowledge and train professionals to become entrepreneurs and start up their own small to
medium scale enterprises in the diverse energy fields, apart from serving in the predominant thermal energy mix sector.

Scheme of Studies
Core Courses
Course Code Course Title Credits
TEE 801 Advanced Thermodynamics 03
TEE 802 Design and Modelling of Thermal energy systems 03
TEE 815 Advanced Heat and Mass Transfer 03
TEE 816 Fuels and Combustion 03
TEE 899 MS Thesis 06
Total 18

Elective Courses
TEE-803 Conventional and Renewable Energy Power Plants 03
TEE-810 Advanced Process Energy Analysis & Optimization 03
TEE-812 Advanced Fluid Dynamics 03
TEE 813 Turbomachinery 03
TEE 814 Environmental issues of Fossil Fuel Power Plants 03
TEE 817 Computational Fluid Dynamics for Thermal Energy Systems 03
TEE 818 Advanced Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning System (HVAC) 03
TEE 820 Process Intensification 03
TEE 821 Advanced Thermal Energy Storage Systems 03
ESE 800 Clean Coal Technology 03
ESE 811 Solar Thermal Energy 03
ESE 814 Fuel Cells 03
ESE 816 Economics Evaluation of Energy Projects 03
ESE 822 Geothermal Energy 03
ESE 823 Thermal Hydraulics 03
ESE 824 Nuclear Energy Engineering 03
RM 898 Research Methodology 02
TEE-822 Gas Turbine Performance 03
TEE-823 Solar Thermal Power Systems 03

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PhD in Thermal Energy Engineering
PhD Thermal Energy Engineering programme at USPCAS-E is being started for academic research and development in public and

USPCAS-E
private sector commensurate with the needs of allied industries. This programme will address needs for academic and industry
related research in thermal energy systems. The programme signifies a combined approach of theoretical analysis, numerical
techniques and experimental investigations in thermal energy applications. It will create new technical knowledge and skills required
for achieving the better management of thermal energy systems, designing of efficient thermal energy systems and processes,
utilization of renewable energy sources for thermal power generation and mitigation strategies for the effective reduction and
control of environmental pollution due to thermal power generation.

Scheme of Studies
Core Courses
Course Code Course Title Credits
TEE-901 Emerging Trends in Thermal Technologies 3
TEE-902 Sustainability in Thermal Energy Systems 3
TEE-903 Phase Change Thermal Processes 3
TEE-904 Laser Diagnostics for Thermal Engineering Applications 3
TEE-906 Advanced Combustion Kinetics 3
TEE-907 Technologies for Enhanced Heat Transfer 3
TEE-908 Advance Turbo/Machinery Application 3
ESE-904 Synthesis and Analytical Characterization of Advanced Energy Materials 3
ESE-905 Analytical and Numerical Techniques in Heat Transfer 3
ESE-906 Biomass Gasification 3
ESE-908 Nuclear Thermal Hydraulics 3
ESE-913 CO2 Capture, Utilization and Sequestration 3
MATH-901 Advanced Engineering Mathematics 3
ME-931 Internal Combustion Engine Technology 3
ME-884 Convection Heat Transfer 3
CSE-803 Data Analysis and Statistics 3
TEE-999 PhD Thesis 30

Department of Electrical Engineering (Power)

The power sector of Pakistan is in doldrums for last couple of decades and is in dire need of reforms, good governance and qualified
human resource. The country lacks competent and energetic workforce in this important sector in the industry as well as academia.
Although many higher education institutes are offering degree programmes in electrical engineering but power centric curriculum
meeting the indigenous demands are offered at a few universities in Pakistan. The start of degree programme at USPCAS-E is an
attempt to fulfil this national requirement through human resource development and indigenous research. The significance of this
degree programme is to train the students with contemporary curricula about clean power production, economic dispatch and
distribution of power, computational power flow, transient studies and studies pertaining to monitoring, control, and protection
of power system and integration of renewable energy systems with convention power grid. In addition to that the students will
also be exposed to state of the art Smart Grid and Electrical power engineering labs at the Centre during their research phase.
distribution of power, computational power flow, transient studies and studies pertaining to monitoring, control, and protection of
power system and integration of renewable energy systems with convention power grid. In addition to that the students will also
be exposed to state of the art Smart Grid and Electrical power engineering labs at the Centre during their research phase.

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 Masters in Electrical Engineering (Power)
Electrical Engineering (Power) programme is tailored to meet the indigenous needs of the ailing power sector of the country by
USPCAS-E

nurturing the human resource in this field. The programme is designed to equip the students with advanced and contemporary
technical knowledge of electrical power systems and will enable them to better manage and govern the national power system.
Primarily focus will be on electrical power and energy systems, and it covers advanced aspects of power system modelling,
computational power flow analysis, high voltage engineering and dielectric studies, online monitoring and protection of electrical
equipment with digital relays, transients, and energy measurement with smart meters and PMU.
Scheme of Studies
Core Courses
Course Code Course Title Credits
EEE 800 Power System Operation, Control and Optimization 3
EEE 801 Clean Energy Generation, Integration and Storage 3
EEE 802 Advanced Power System Stability and Transient Studies 3
ESE 909 Smart Grid Architecture 3
EEE-899 MS Thesis 6
Total 18
Elective Courses (Any four)
EEE-811 Electric Power Quality 3
EEE-812 Advanced Power System Protection 3
EEE 814 Advanced Power Electronics 3
EEE 813 Computer Modelling of Electrical Power Systems 3
EE-861 Alternating Current Electrical Machines and Drives 3
EEE-815 Electric Power Generation Transmission and Distribution 3
ESE 803 Photovoltaic Devices 3
ESE 824 Nuclear Energy Engineering 3
ESE 813 Energy Economics and Policy 3
ESE-820 Energy and Environment 3
ESE-817 Wind Energy 3
ESE-814 Fuel Cells 3
EE-891 Stochastic Systems 3
MATH-812 Advanced Engineering Mathematics 3
MATH-850 Advanced Numerical Analysis 3
EEE-817 High Voltage Engineering 3
EEE-816 Electric Power Markets 3

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PhD Electrical Engineering (Power)
Core Courses

USPCAS-E
Course Code Course Title Credits
EEE-900 Signal Processing for Modern Power Systems 3
EEE-901 Advanced Converter Control Techniques 3
EEE-902 Technologies for Smart Transmission Systems 3
ESE-909 Smart Grid Architecture 3
ESE-910 Smart Power Systems 3
ESE-811 Solar Energy 3
ESE-817 Wind Energy 3
EE-861 Alternating Current Electrical Machines and Drives 3
EE-863 Power System Analysis 3
EEE-800 Power System Operation, Control and Optimization 3
EEE-801 Clean Energy Generation, Integration and Storage 3
EEE-802 Advanced Power System Stability and Transient Studies 3
EEE-811 Electric Power Quality 3
EEE-812 Advanced Power System Protection 3
EEE-814 Advanced Power Electronics 3
EE-920 System Validation 3
EE-977 Nonlinear Control Systems 3
EE-871 Linear Control Systems 3
EE-891 Stochastic Systems 3
IS-838 Advanced Simulation & Modeling 3
CS-877 Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning 3
Math-901 Advanced Engineering Mathematics 3
Math-850 Advanced Numerical Analysis 3
EEE-999 PhD Thesis 30
Additional Courses
RM-898 Research Methodology (Required for those who haven’t taken it in MS) 2
SEM/WKSP-997 Seminar / Workshop 1

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Applying to NUST

National Students
• Eligibility Criteria
• Admission Process
• Selection Procedure
• Migration
International Students
National Students »» Candidates can apply on the basis of NUST Entry Test (NET)

About the University

or SAT or both.
»» Candidates having diploma of Associate Engineering (DAE)
Undergraduate Programmes with minimum 60% marks in various technologies can
apply for relevant Engineering programmes through NUST
Dates to Remember Entry Test. For details, visit NUST website.

Online Registration
Selection of Candidates: August 2020 Engineering
Commencement of Courses: HSSC (Pre- Engineering group) from any Board of Intermediate
All institutions less CAE September 2020 and Secondary Education OR an equivalent qualification like
CAE October 2020 A level OR any other foreign qualification with Mathematics,
Submission of SAT Results: July 15, 2020 Physics and Chemistry.

DAE candidates can apply for admission in selected engineering

Salients of NUST Entry Test-2020 programmes on open merit. To apply, the candidates should
have minimum 60% marks in Matric as well as DAE. For details,
Mode of Test please visit NUST website.

›› Computer Based Test

Computer Based Entry tests for all disciplines will be BS Computer Science
held in multiple sessions at NUST Campus Islamabad HSSC (Pre- Engineering Group /Computer Science Group)
according to the following schedule: from any Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education OR
an equivalent qualification like A level OR any other foreign
NET-2020 (Series-1) December 2019 qualification with Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry /
Computer Science / Computer Studies.
NET-2020 (Series-2) March-April 2020
NET-2020 (Series-3) June- July 2020
Ineligibility
»» During an admission cycle, candidates can appear in Candidates with any of the following deficiencies are NOT
Entry test more than once to improve their score with eligible to apply for admission in UG programmes:
their best score considered for admissions. »» Having secured less than 60% marks in Matric and FSc.
»» The result of NET will remain valid for the current ad- »» Having failed / not appeared in any subject in FSc Part-I / II.
mission cycle only which will culminate in Fall 2020. »» Having secured less than 60% marks in O/A level as per the
equivalence certificate issued by IBCC.
››Paper Based Test »» In case of O & A level / equivalent foreign qualification, those
Karachi and Quetta in April and July 2020. not in possession of valid O level or equivalent qualification
»» Candidates will have an option to appear either in certificate issued by IBCC at the time of applying to NUST.
computer based test at Islamabad or the paper based »» Female candidates are not eligible to apply for Aerospace,
test. Avionics and Civil Engineering at Risalpur Campuses.
»» Candidates will have an option to change their pro- »» Expelled from NUST on disciplinary grounds.
gramme preferences after the announcement of NET
results within the time-frame to be specified after the Submission of Online Applications
test. NUST accepts only online application forms for UG programmes.
A candidate can fill and submit the application form, available
Eligibility Criteria online at http://ugadmissions.nust.edu.pk

For subsequent correspondence with NUST, the following

»» A minimum of 60% aggregate marks each in SSC and HSSC address may be used:
/ equivalent exams.
»» Candidates of FSc stream can apply for the NUST Entry Admissions Directorate,
Test on the basis of FSc Part – I but the confirmation of National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST),
their admission is subject to provision of FSc certificate Sector H-12, Islamabad, Pakistan.
or Detailed Marks Certificate (with a minimum of 60% Tel: +92-51-90856878
aggregate marks) before the commencement of the E-mail: [email protected]
relevant programme of study.
»» O & A level and other non-FSc stream candidates need to
obtain equivalence certificates from Inter Board Committee
of Chairmen (IBCC), Pakistan.
»» Candidates of O / A Level stream can apply on the basis of
O Level equivalence certificate duly issued by IBCC, but the
confirmation of their admission is subject to provision of A
Level equivalence certificate before the commencement of
the relevant programme of study. Valid O Level equivalence
certificate is mandatory at the time of applying to NUST.

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 Application Processing Fee
About the University

NUST Entry Test (per exam) Rs 3,300 or USD 35

SAT National Seat Rs 5,000 or USD 40
SAT International Seat Rs 10,000 or USD 80

Procedure of Admission on the Basis of NET

»» Submission of online application for admission at http://ugadmissions.nust.edu.pk

»» Confirmation of receipt of application by NUST through e-mail (within 24 hours of submission of application)

»» Printing of Fee Invoice

»» Fee deposit through any online branch of Habib Bank Ltd (HBL)

»» Confirmation of receipt of payment by NUST through e-mail (within 5 days of payment)

»» For computer based test, selection of Test Date and Session by Re-Login to candidate’s NET account

»» For Islamabad Test Center, confirmation of Test Date, Test Session and allocation of Roll Number, Log-in ID, Pass-
word for Computer Based Test.
»» For Paper Based Test at Karachi and Quetta to be held in April and July, issuance of Roll Numbers and allocation of
test centers through email (within 24 hours of payment confirmation).

»» Printing of Admit Cards by all candidates by login in to individual accounts

»» Conduct of the test as per the schedule i.e., computer based in Islamabad and paper based test in April and July
at Karachi and Quetta
»» Announcement of NET results

»» Desirous candidates may apply in another NET series before the completion of admission cycle

»» Generation of Merit list on completion of NUST Entry Tests

»» Candidates may review their preferences of programmes within given time frame after uploading of merit list

»» Issuance of Selection List on NUST website

»» Printing of Provisional Selection Letter, Medical Certificate Form and Admission Dues Fee Invoice by the selected
candidates
»» Deposit of Admission dues (in any online branch of HBL) and submission of required documents to the UG Sec-
tion, Registrar Directorate, NUST, Sector H-12, Islamabad

»» Issuance of Joining Instructions to the selected candidates who have completed admission formalities by the
respective institution
»»
»» Successful candidates join their respective programmes

To do list for candidates To do list for NUST

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Instructions for Online Application Form Inter Board Committee of Chairmen (IBCC), within two weeks

About the University

after joining the respective program. Offices of the IBCC are
»» Visit https://ugadmissions.nust.edu.pk and get registered located in all the provincial capitals. The address of IBCC office
by providing valid e-mail address. at Islamabad is as under:
»» Candidate will be allotted a login ID and password to access
the online application form. Inter Board Committee of Chairmen,
»» Fill the online form, upload recent (not more than 6 months Plot No.25, St 38, G-10/4,
old) passport size photograph (with plain background), and Near Federal Government Employees
submit the form. Housing Foundation (FGEHF),
»» Successful submission of form will be confirmed through Islamabad
an e-mail by NUST. Phone: (051) 9235018
»» Re-Login to your account and print Fee Invoice for Web: http://www.ibcc.edu.pk
depositing processing fee from My Account page.
»» Candidates can deposit fee with any branch of HBL. Fee Note: Candidates are advised to contact IBCC for their eligibility
regarding issuance of equivalence certificate of relevant category as per
deposit will be verified through e-mail within 5 days of
their subjects of study in O/A level or any other foreign qualification.
payment.
»» Candidates of computer based test will have to choose Test
Date and Session out of the available options.
»» Allocation of Test Date and Session will be made on ‘First
Come First Served’ basis.
»» Candidates of computer based test will be allocated Roll
Number, Test Center, Test Session, Log-in ID and Password.
»» For Paper Based Test at Karachi and Quetta in April and
July, candidates will be informed through email regarding
printing of Admit Card containing exact time and center for
Entry Test.
»» Candidates are required to print their Admit Cards and
bring the same to the Test Centre along with original
CNIC/ family registration certificate/passport/original
matric/FSc certifcate bearing photograph as proof for
identification.
»» Candidates can appear more than once to improve their
score. Best score will be picked by the system for merit
generation.
»» The seats becoming available as a result of drop-outs
will be re-allocated and filled through the up-gradation
of candidates who have confirmed their willingness by
depositing admission dues in time.
»» Candidates failing to deposit admission dues within
the given time will not be considered for admission any
further.
»» Closing merit of session 2019 for different programmes
will be available on the website for guidance
»» Admit Cards will be retained at the Test Centres for further
verification.
»» Candidates with any disability or required to mentioned
the same on field provided in the online application form.

Note: Misrepresentation of facts or false information will lead

to cancellation of candidature/admission at any stage.
Equivalence Certificate
Candidates submitting A Level, 12th Grade, International
Baccalaureate or Advanced Placement certificates are also
required to submit equivalence certificates, obtained from the

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 NUST Entry Test (NET) Note
»»
About the University

NUST Entry Test will be Computer-based for the candidates of The above policy may be reviewed by the University whenever
deemed necessary.
Islamabad center, conducted in two sessions daily on different
dates whereas for the candidates of Karachi and Quetta centers,
»» It is the responsibility of the candidate to provide his/her academic
record in time to the University as per the deadline.
it will be paper based to be conducted on one day for all the »» NUST will not be responsible if result of FSc/equivalent exams is
candidates in April and July 2020. not declared in time.
The standard of test will be that of intermediate level education,
aimed at evaluation of factual knowledge, comprehension and
its application. SAT Seats for National Students
NUST has few reserved seats in Engineering & Computing pro-
Instructions to attempt computer based Entry test along with grammes for induction through SAT scores to facilitate admis-
mock test module is available on NUST website for guidance of sions of candidates from O/A Level background. Pakistani candi-
candidates. dates of both O/A Level and FSc streams can exercise this option
and compete for SAT seats by taking SAT Subject Test and sub-
For paper based Entry test, correct filling of answer sheets is mitting the following results in addition to academic qualifica-
essential. Detailed instructions for the same are given in the tion requirements already spelled out.
NET section to help the candidates.
Engineering
Entry Test for Engineering and Computer Science Programmes »» Mathematics Level-II
will be held in the following subjects along with their weightings: »» Physics
»» Mathematics 40%
»» Chemistry
»» Physics 30% Computing Programmes
»» Chemistry / Computer Science 15% (Software Engineering, Computer Engineering & BS Computer
»» English 10% Science)
»» Intelligence* 5% »» Mathematics Level-II
»» Physics
*Intelligence questions will pertain to Mathematical
Reasoning, Critical Thinking, Analytical, Problem Solving Note: A minimum of 550 score is required in each subject.
and Creativity.

Note: Engineering candidates can also opt for BS Chemistry programme SAT Subject Test
in online registration form without paying additional fee. Their merit
will be calculated on the basis of Chemistry, English & Intelligence SAT Subject Test is a computer-based test held under the
subjects. Candidates with any disability or required to mentioned the management of College Board, USA. For more information on
same on field provided in the online application form. SAT and how to apply, please visit their website at
www.collegeboard.com
Re-checking of NET Papers
Re-checking of paper based Entry Test papers may be requested SAT scores from College Board, USA should reach directly to
within 5 days of the declaration of result along with a fee of NUST by July 15, 2020. Scores received after the deadline will
Rs.500/- in the form of a bank draft/pay order in favour of not be entertained. SAT scores are valid for two years.
NUST. The original bank daft / pay order should be dispatched NUST institutional code to receive SAT scores is 2790.
to Admissions Directorate, NUST, Sector H-12, Islamabad, along Merit lists for candidates applying on the basis of SAT for
with written application. Re-checking involves the verification national seats is prepared separately
of paper for any unmarked answers and error free totaling of
marks.
Medical Fitness
Selected candidates will be required to provide Medical
Provision of Entry Test Results Certificate, certifying that the candidate is mentally and
Desirous candidates may obtain the result details of their test physically fit to undertake undergraduate studies and do not
from the link available on NUST website. require any kind of assistance in this regard, upon joining the
relevant program. Medical Fitness Certificate proforma will
be sent to the selected candidates along with the Provisional
Selection Procedure Selection Letter for endorsement from any Government
Final merit list for Engineering / Computer Science programmes Hospital or a Registered Medical Practitioner.
will be prepared by assigning weightings as follows:

»» NUST Entry Test 75%

»» FSc/A Level/equivalent or FSc Part-I 15%
»» Matric/O Level* 10%

*O/A Level candidates who are in A Level (final year) will be assigned
25% weighting to their O Level equivalence marks as per equivalence
certificate issued by IBCC.

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Rejection of Application Cancellation of Admission

About the University

The University may reject an application for admission of any Admission is liable to be cancelled if the candidate is found
student without assigning any reason. guilty of suppression or misrepresentation of material facts
at any stage. The University can further debar him/her from
seeking admission elsewhere. Other universities in the country
Submission of Documents will also be informed about the same.
Candidates are required to print the Provisional Selection Letters
and send attested photocopies of the following documents The seats of those candidates who, after submission of
along with paid fee invoice (NUST copy) of admission dues to admission dues, do not join within 15 days of commencement
UG Section, Registrar Directorate, NUST, H-12, Islamabad: date of programmes will be declared vacant and filled up by
candidates next on merit.
»» Matric/equivalent certificate along with Detailed Marks
Certificate
»» Detailed marks certificate of FSc Part I Migration and Transfer
»» FSc/equivalent certificate along with Detailed Marks Under extraordinary circumstances, on the recommendation
Certificate of the Commandant/Principal of the concerned institution,
the Rector may allow migration of a student within NUST, or
»» Equivalence certificate(s) from IBCC in case of equivalent
from other foreign/Pakistani universities/colleges of repute,
examinations
generally under the following conditions:
The university will register the student’s name as per his/her (SSC)
Matric or O level equivalent certificate duly issued by IBCC.
»» After completion of first year and before the beginning of
final year
Allocation of Programmes »» Possesses good academic record
Selection and allotment of programmes will be carried out »» Courses to be transferred have a minimum of B Grade
strictly according to the merit position and preferences »» Transfer within NUST will be allowed to students admitted
exercised by the candidates. on the basis of NUST selection process
»» Inter-institutional transfers of students within NUST will
All candidates will be provided an opportunity to change their be managed and processed on the basis of laid down
preferences given earlier in the online application form after procedure in vogue
the announcement of NUST Entry Test results/merit positions.
This option will be available for Candidates in first week of Provisions of NUST Migration Policy, as amended/updated from
August 2020. time to time, will be applicable in processing of all migration cases.
Candidate will be considered for upgradation in respective
disciplines by default. However, if candidates want to retain Migration/Transfer Fee PKR
allocated programme, they have to inform immediately through
email for blocking of upgradation process in subsequent »» Processing Fee 5,000
selections. The seats becoming available as a result of »» Migration/Transfer Fee
dropouts will be re-allocated and filled through up-gradation of Migration from foreign universities 250,000
candidates who have confirmed their willingness by deposting Migration from local universities 100,000
the admission dues in time. Transfer within NUST 5,000
Name of those candidates who do not deposit admission dues
will not be considered any further. Note: For migration application form and details of migration policy and
procedure, please visit http://www.nust.edu.pk

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 MS/PhD Programmes
About the University

Dates to Remember (USPCAS-E), Islamabad

Commencement of Online Admission July 2020 »» Energy Systems Engineering (Morning)
Commencement of Programmes October 19, 2020 »» Thermal Energy Engineering (Morning)
(Less MCE/EME/MCS) »» Electrical Engineering (Power) (Morning)
Submission of GRE (General)Score July 2020
Commencement of Programmes October 26, 2020 School of Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering
(MCE/EME/MCS) (SMME), Islamabad
»» Mechanical Engineering (Evening)
Masters Programmes of Study »» Design & Manufacturing Engineering (Evening)
»» Robotics & Intelligent Machine Engineering (Evening)
Military College of Signals (MCS), Rawalpindi
»» Biomedical Engineering (Evening)
»» Electrical (Telecomm) Engineering (Evening) »» Biomedical Science (Evening)
»» Software Engineering (Evening)
»» Information Security (Evening) Pakistan Navy Engineering College (PNEC),
Karachi
College of Electrical & Mechanical Engineering »» Electrical (Control/Communication) Engineering (Evening)
(C of E&ME), Rawalpindi
»» Mechanical Engineering (Evening)
»» Electrical Engineering (Evening)
»» Manufacturing Engineering & Management (Evening)
»» Mechanical Engineering (Evening)
»» Naval Architecture (Morning)
»» Computer Engineering (Evening)
»» Cyber Security (Evening)
»» Software Engineering (Evening)
»» Mechatronics Engineering (Evening) Military College of Engineering (MCE), Risalpur
»» Engineering Management (Evening) »» Construction Engineering & Management (Afternoon)
»» Structural Engineering (Afternoon)
School of Electrical Engineering & Computer Science
»» Transportation Engineering (Afternoon)
»» Disaster Management (Afternoon)
(SEECS), Islamabad »» Geotechnical Engineering (Afternoon)
»» Information Technology (Evening)
»» Computer Science (Evening)
College of Aeronautical Engineering (CAE), Risalpur
»» Information Security (Evening)
»» Electrical Engineering (Evening)
»» Aerospace Engineering (Morning)
»» Innovative Technologies in Learning (Evening)
»» Avionics Engineering (Morning)
»» Data Science
»» Electrical Engineerig (Morning)
»» Mechanical Engineering (Morinng)
School of Civil & Environmental Engineering (SCEE),
Islamabad
»» Structural Engineering (Evening)
»» Transportation Engineering (Evening)
»» Geotechnical Engineering (Evening)
»» Construction Engineering and Management (Evening)
»» Water Resources Engineering & Management (Evening)
»» Remote Sensing and GIS (Evening)
»» Environmental Engineering (Evening)
»» Environmental Science (Evening)
»» Urban and Regional Planning (Evening)

School of Chemical & Materials Engineering (SCME),

Islamabad
»» Materials & Surface Engineering (Evening)
»» Chemical Engineering (Evening)
»» Nanoscience and Engineering (Evening)
»» Process Systems Engineering (Evening)

Research Center for Modeling & Simulation (RCMS),

Islamabad
»» Computational Science and Engineering (Morning)
»» Systems Engineering (Morning)
»» Bioinformatics (Morning)

U.S Pakistan Center for Advanced Studies in Energy

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 About the University
Masters Programmes
Eligibility Criteria
Following is mandatory for admission in MS Programmes:
»» 16 years of schooling or 4 years education after FA/FSc/A Level with minimum CGPA 2.0 out of 4.0 or 55% marks in relevant
discipline as mentioned in the table:-

Programmes Eligibility Criteria

»» Geotechnical Engineering BE Civil
»» Structural Engineering
»» Geotechnical & Tunneling
Engineering
»» Water Resources Engineering BE Civil/Agriculture/Environmental/Geological/Geoinformatics/Transportation
»» Transportation Engineering BE Civil/Transportation
»» Electrical (Telecom) Engineering BE in Telecom/Electrical/Electronics/Industrial Electronics/Electrical &
Communication/Avionics/Communication Technologies
»» Electrical Engineering BE in Electrical/Telecommunication/Mechatronics/Electronics/Industrial Electronics/
»» Electrical (Control) Engineering Electrical & Communication/Avionics /Communication Technologies/Computer System
»» Mechanical Engineering BE in Mechanical/Mechatronics/Industrial/Manufacturing/Aerospace/ Agricultural
»» Mechatronics Engineering BE in Mechatronics/Mechanical/Electrical/Telecom/Computer/
Industrial/Manufacturing/Aerospace/Avionics
»» Computer Engineering BE in Electronics/Industrial Electronics/Computer/Electrical/Electrical and
Communication/Telecom/Avionics
»» Software Engineering BE in any discipline
»» Information Technology OR
»» Computer Science MCS/MIT or MSc in Statistics/Physics/Applied Physics/Mathematics/Electronics with
BCS/BIT
»» Information Security BE in Electrical/Telecom/Computer Software/ Computer System/Electronics/Industrial
Electronics/Electrical and Communication/Avionics/Communication Technologies
OR
MCS/MIT/BCS (4 years)/BIT (4 years) or MSc in Statistics/Physics/Applied Physics/
Mathematics/Electronics with BCS/BIT
»» Environmental Engineering BE in any discipline
»» Environmental Science MSc (Physics / Applied Physics / Chemistry / Biological Science / Microbiology /
Biochemistry / Forestry / Agriculture Science) / MBBS / BDS
»» Construction Engineering & BE Civil/Transportation/Architecture/Bachelor of Architecture
Management
»» GIS & Remote Sensing MSc/BS (4 years) in Remote Sensing and GIS/Geography/Geology/Computer
Science or Engineering/Environmental Science
OR
MSc/BS (4 years) in Town Planning/City and Regional Planning/Urban
Planning/Forestry/Business Management/Health Management/ Public
Health/Architecture
OR
BE in Civil/Environmental/Electrical/Mechanical/Petroleum/Mining /Marine
/Transportation
»» Materials and Surface BE in Materials and Metallurgical/Mechanical/Mining /Petroleum/Chemical/
Engineering Engineering Sciences
OR
MSc in Chemistry/Physics/Mathematics/Environmental Sciences or equivalent
qualification may be considered but may have to undertake additional courses as
deemed necessary to cover deficiencies for Engineering degree essentials.
»» Computational Science & MSc/BS (4 years) in any discipline of Engineering, Natural Sciences, Computer Science/
Engineering Software Engineering, Operation Research, Defense/Strategic Studies, Management
Sciences
»» Engineering Management BE in any discipline

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 »» Cyber Security BE in Electrical/Telecommunications/Computer Software/Computer Systems/
About the University

Electronics/Industrial Electronics/ Electrical Communications/Avionics/Communication

Technologies OR
MCS/MIT/ BCS (04 years)/BIT (04 years) OR
MSC in (Statistics/Physics/Applied Physics/Mathematics/Electronics)
»» Manufacturing Engineering and BE Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial/Mechatronics/Automotive/
Management Aerospace/Electrical/ Electronics/Avionics/Design Engineering
»» Design and Manufacturing
Engineering
»» Robotics & Intelligent Machine BE Mechatronics/Mechanical/Electrical/Computer/Industrial/Manufacturing/
Engineering Aerospace/Avionics/Computer Software/Computer Science

»» Biomedical Engineering BE Biomedical/Chemical/Electrical/Mechanical/Mechatronics/Computer/Materials.

»» Biomedical Science BS (4 years) or Masters in Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Materials
Science, Biosciences, Pharmacology, Molecular Biology, Genetic Engineering,
Biotechnology or MBBS/BDS
»» Energy Systems Engineering BE in any Engineering discipline MSc / BS (4 years) in Chemistry/Physics/Electronics
»» Disaster Management Masters / BS (04 years) in any discipline from HEC recognized institute
»» Urban and Regional Planning BE Civil / Construction / Architecture or BS Architecture / Environmental / Geo
Informatics/ City & Town Planning
»» Chemical Engineering BE Chemical Engineering/Petroleum Engineering
»» Nano science & Engineering 16 years of education from a recognized institution in Materials Science & Engineering
/Physics/Chemistry/Chemical Engineering/Mechanical Engineering/Environmental
Science & Engineering/Electronics/Biosciences / Polymer Engineering
»» Systems Engineering BE in any Engineering Discipline recognized by PEC
OR
MSc/BS (04 years) in Chemistry/Physics/Electronics/Environment
»» Innovative Technologies in 16 years of education, from HEC recognized Institutes, in Computer Science/
Learning Information Technology/Education/Social Sciences/Management Sciences/Basic
Sciences or BE in any discipline
»» Transportation Engineering BE in Civil/Transportation Engineering
»» Thermal Energy Engineering BE in any Engineering Discipline recognized by PEC
OR
MSc/BS (04 years) in Chemistry/Physics/Electronics/Environment
»» Aerospace Engineering BE in Aerospace /Mechanical/ Mechatronics/Industrial/Manufacturing/Electrical
»» Avionics Engineering BE in Electrical/Electronics/Avionics/Computer/Software/Aerospace
»» Electrical Energy Engineering BE in Electrical/Electronics
»» Bioinformatics BS in Bio-Informatics / Biosciences / MBBS / BS/MSc Molecular Biology /
Biotechnology / BS/MSc in Computer Science
»» Data Sciences BS in Computer Science/IT/Software Engineering/Statistics/Mathematics OR
BE in Computer Engineering/Electrical Engineering
»» For all Masters programmes minimum 50 accumulative score in GAT (General) test conducted by NTS or HAT conducted by
ETC (HEC) or GRE (General) conducted by ETS, USA with following minimum accepted score.
Quantitative 151/170
Verbal 146/170
Analytical Writing 3.5/6.0
»» NUST will accept the scores of GAT (General) conducted by NTS on or after August 1, 2018. OR HAT conducted by ETC(HEC)
on or after March 2019.
»» GRE conducted after August 1, 2017 will be accepted.
»» Candidates are responsible for providing hard copy of GRE score directly on following address:
Postgraduate Programme Directorate,
National University of Sciences & Technology (NUST), Sector H-12, Islamabad
Note:
»» PEC/HEC recognised degrees (as applicable) will only be accepted.
»» The degree must be relevant to the discipline applied for, as shown in the above table.
»» Candidates who are awaiting final result can also apply, provided their CGPA/Percentage till last semester is equal to 2.0/55%
and they can submit their final result before commencement of classes..
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Selection and Admission Admission Process

About the University

MS Programmes
Application
Admission of postgraduate students in various programmes of
Engineering and Sciences will be based on GRE/GAT (General) /
• Access web-link: www.pgadmission.nust.edu.pk
HAT conducted by ETS/NTS/ETC, previous academic record and
• Fill online application form.
interview.
• Upload scanned copies of required documents.

Application Confirmation
Admission in MS will be based on the following weighting:
Application confirmation will be sent at the given email
»» GRE (General) / GAT (Gen) score / HAT 50% address wihtin 24 hours of submission.
»» Previous Academic Record 25%
»» Interview 25% Application Fee
Deposit application fee online in any HBL branch.

Fee Receipt
Fee confirmation will be sent at the given email address
Submission of Online Applications within 15 days of payment.

Application Status
Instructions for Online MS Application Form Application status would be communicated through
email/websigte within 2 days of scrutiny of documents.
»» Visit www.pgadmission.nust.edu.pk and register with valid
e-mail address. Interview Calls
»» Candidate will be allotted a password to access the Eligible candidates and those who qualify GAT-Gen or
application form. relevant tests will be asked to appear for interviews.
»» Fill the application form.
»» Enter CGPA only, If both percentage and CGPA are Interviews
mentioned on Bachelors/Masters Degree/Transcript. Candidates would appear for interviews at the concerned
»» Enter earned percentage/CGPA of last term/semester, in School/College/Center in June.
case final results are awaited.
»» Upload recent photograph (with plain background). Selection List
»» Upload scanned copies of the following documents with Selection list will be uploaded on NUST website by 1st
the online application: week of August.
>> Matric/equivalent certificate
>> Intermediate/equivalent certificate
Admission Dues
>> Undergraduate degree along with final transcript(s)
Candidates will deposit admission dues in any HBL branch
showing the exact duration as per challan form available online.
>> Masters degree along with transcript showing the exact
duration (if applicable). Documents Submission
>> Computerised National Identity Card
• Candidates will prepare documents as per given check-
»» Consult eligibility criteria before opting for the program(s). list available online and will submit to the PGP Director-
Candidates will not be considered for the programmes for ate, Main Office NUST.
which they are not eligible. • All original documents, Medical Certificate and Affidavit
»» Candidates can deposit the fee online, after taking print of will be submitted to the respective Schools/Colleges/
Challan Form, in any branch of HBL. Centers at the time of joining.
Misrepresentation of facts or false information will lead to Joining Instructions
cancellation of candidature/admission at any stage. Relevant NUST School/College/Center will issue joining
instructions to those candidates who have completed all
admission requirements.

Joining
Successful candidates will join relevant programmes as
per joining instructions in 1st week of September.

To do list for Applicant To do list for NUST

Admission at NUST can be cancelled at any stage of studies if

any document/information provided by a student is found to
Rejection of Application
be fake/incorrect or not meeting the eligibility criteria, with no The University may reject an application for admission of
liability on NUST. any student without assigning any reason.

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 PhD Programmes
About the University

Eligibility Criteria Submission of Application

»» For admission into the PhD minimum CGPA 3.0 out of 4.0 Desirous candidates for PhD programmes (all types) may
(in the Semester System) or First Division (in the Annual apply to PGP Directorate online according to the advertised
System) in M.Phil/M.S/Equivalent degree is required. schedule of admissions.
Percentage will be valid only if the CGPA is not mentioned Each candidate finally selected for admission to the PhD
in degree/transcript. programme will be notified formally.

»» GRE Subject International (score ≥ 60 percentile) or GAT

Evaluation of Research Proposal
Subject by NTS (score ≥ 60 %) or local GRE subject type
test (Score≥70 %) conducted by NUST (as applicable) is
Selection of candidates for the PhD Programmes is dependent
required.
on GRE Subject/GRE Subject-type Test score/GAT subject (as
applicable), their acceptance by a supervisor and evaluation of
their research proposals.

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International Students equivalent qualification like A level OR any other foreign

About the University

qualification with Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry /
Computer Science / Computer Studies.
Undergraduate Programmes
National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST) has
some SAT specific seats in undergraduate programmes for SAT Requirements
international candidates.
NUST encourage and facilitate both foreign as well as Pakistani Engineering
origin dual nationality holder students, to seek admission in SAT Subject Test in
NUST. »» Mathematics Level II
»» Physics
General Eligibility Criteria:- »» Chemistry
Computing Programmes
»» The following categories can only apply for international SAT Subject Test in
seats: »» Mathematics Level II
›› Foreigners and Pakistanis having dual nationality, »» Physics
irrespective of the place of their study of HSSC or
equivalent, Pakistan or abroad. SAT scores from College Board, USA should reach directly to
›› Pakistani students studied abroad for HSSC or NUST by July 15, 2020. NUST institutional code to receive SAT
equivalent but appearing in the Pakistani board from scores is 2790.
abroad. It is the responsibility of the candidate to enter their SAT scores
›› Pakistani national students having passed an in online application form by due date.
examination, equivalent to intermediate level of
Pakistan, from a foreign education system. For correspondence:
»» Desirous candidates can avail the facility accordingly, Undergraduate Section, Registrar Directorate,
provided they meet the specified eligibility criteria and are National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST),
willing to pay tuition fee and allied charges of the category. Main Office, Sector H-12, Islamabad, Pakistan.
»» Separate application form will be used for applying on SAT Email : [email protected]
basis, available on NUST website.
»» The applicant must have passed Higher Secondary Provisional Admission
School Certificate (HSSC) or equivalent qualification like On fulfillment of the requirements mentioned, a candidate
Cambridge Overseas Higher School Certificate, British will be admitted to the University as per policy in vogue. This
General Certificate of Education (Advanced Level), admission shall, however, be provisional until all the original
American High School Graduation Diploma (9-12th Grade) degrees or certificates submitted by him / her have been
or any other equivalent qualification in relevant category checked and verified. In case any document proves to be false,
showing twelve years of school education with minimum fake, or fabricated at a later stage, a provisionally admitted
60% marks, which is mandatory requirenment. student shall be liable to expulsion from the University at any
»» In case of any foreign qualification, candidates have to stage or to any other disciplinary or legal action the University
obtain equivalence certificates from IBCC, Pakistan with may deem necessary.
required subjects and minimum 60% marks, which is a On receipt of university admission / acceptance letter, foreign
mandatory requirement. nationality holders will approach the Pakistani mission abroad
»» Valid TOEFL or IELTS with score of 500 or 5.5. (not applicable for the visa and submit the following documents:-
for those students whose medium of instruction is English »» Application Form (Student Visa Form)
at HSSC level). »» Photocopy of passport
»» For all Programmes, a minimum of 550 SAT score is required »» No Objection Certificate (NOC) issued by the home
in each subject. SAT scores are valid for two years only. country for studying in Pakistan.
»» All Bachelor programmes at NUST are taught in English. »» Photograph
No SAT based seats available in Avionics & Aerospace »» Educational Documents
Engineering programs. »» Admission letter of university
»» The candidate should also possess adequate mental and
physical health to continue his/her course of studies. For more details, please visit the under mentioned link of Higher
Education Commission (HEC), Pakistan: -http://www.hec.gov.pk/
Academic Requirements InsideHEC/Divisions/AECA/Pages/AdmissionofForeignStudents.
aspx
Engineering
HSSC (Pre- Engineering group) from any Board of Intermediate Merit List
and Secondary Education OR an equivalent qualification like
Merit list of international students is prepared separately.
A level OR any other foreign qualification with Mathematics,
Physics and Chemistry.
Final Approval
Computing Programmes Cases of the international students, finally selected for
(Software Engg, Computer Engg & BS Computer Science) admission, will be referred to Higher Education Commission
HSSC (Pre- Engineering Group / General Science Group) from and relevant Government department(s) for final approval as
any Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education OR an per policy in vogue.

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About the University

International students, Pakistanis holding foreign nationality »» Cases of international students selected for admission
and Pakistanis living abroad can apply for postgraduate will be processed through HEC/relevant government
programmes. They have to compete with the local students for departments.
admission on merit. »» International students have to obtain NOC from their
respective Embassy in Pakistan.
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility criteria is the same as for national students. Accommodation
International Students are only eligible for programme at Main Hostel accommodation to international students is guaranteed.
Campus H-12, Islamabad.

GRE Score
International applicants are required to appear for GRE
conducted by ETS, USA. Last date for scores of GRE to reach
NUST is July, 2020.
Minimum Score is mentioned below:

Quantitative 151/170
Verbal 146/170
Analytical Writing 3.5/6.0

»» Degree must be in relevant discipline

The candidates are responsible for providing GRE score directly

to NUST on the following address:

Postgraduate Programme (PGP) Directorate,

National University of Sciences and Technology
Sector H-12, Islamabad, Pakistan.
Processing

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Fee & Funding

About the University

• National Students
• International Students
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 National Students NUST has launched a need-based scholarship scheme to enable
financially under-privileged but talented students to acquire
higher education. Salient features of the scheme are:
Fee & Funding

Undergraduate Programmes »» Scholarships will be awarded to needy students of the new

batch every year.
Fee Structure »» The scholarships will be for full duration on-campus of the
programme in which the student is enrolled.
Admission Dues PKR »» The scholarships will cover full tuition fee.
Admission Processing Fee (Non-refundable) 35,000
Security Deposit (Refundable) 10,000 Deferred Payments
»» Financially under-privileged students, who cannot pay their
Tuition Fee fees and also do not qualify for merit-based scholarship are
Engineering & Computing Programmes 100,000 allowed deferred payment, on case-to case basis on com-
(Per semester) pletion of 1st semester of their studies.
Miscellaneous dues (Per semester) 2,700
Other Opportunities for Financial Assistance
Payment of Dues »» HEC in collaboration with USAID, PEEF in collaboration
»» At the time of admission students have to pay the admis- with DFID/UKAID, CMEEF (KPK) and certain philanthropic
sion processing fee, security and full semester fee in ad-
individuals/organizations provide merit cum needs based
vance. Dues have to be paid on semester basis.
scholarships to the freshly inducted students of NUST. In-
»» Invoice/Challan for admission charges along with first se- formation on how to apply is available on NUST webportal
mester fee and Provisional Selection Letter will be available
on NUST website. and the constituent institutions. Students may also apply
»» Tuition fee will be payable on semester basis. Students on their own for other scholarships such as those offered
have to pay their fee in advance before the commence- by:
ment of semester . > Higher Education Commission (HEC)
> Shell Pakistan, etc.
Note: All fees are subject to revision. »» Further details are available on the NUST webportal and
with the respective institutions.
Merit-based Financial Assistance
A fixed amount is allocated for financial assistance, and will Note: The award of scholarship/financial assistance is subject
be provided to top three position holders of each section of a to availability of funds, high performance and good conduct of
batch / class. Qualifying GPA is 3.5 or above in a semester. the students.
Need-based Scholarship/Fee Waiver

Tuition Fee Refund Policy Applicable to both UG and PG Students

% age of Tuition Fee Timeline for Semester/Trimester System

Full (100%) of Tuition Fee Refund Apply upto 7th day of convening of classes
Half (50%) of Tuition Fee Refund From 8th – 15th day of convening of classes
No Fee (0%) Refund From 16th day of convening of classes

»» Admission Processing Fee is not refundable under any circumstances.

»» University will not accept any claim of refund after 3 years of the completion of degree / withdrawn from university and the
amount of security will be transferred to the NUST Endowment Fund.
Fines/Penalties on Late Payments
Period National Students International Students
After the due date till start 5% of the total payable amount USD 35
of semester
From start of semester till 10 % of the total payable amount USD 70
15th day *
16th day from start of Registration shall be suspended. Registration shall be suspended.
semester * For re-activation of registration, student will be required For re-activation of registration, the
to pay the Admission Processing Fee again along with all student will be required to pay the
outstanding charges and fines. Admission Processing Fee again along
with all outstanding dues.

*In any case student will not be able to attend classes till clearance of dues.

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MS Programmes

Fee & Funding

Masters
Fee Structure
»» Selected students are awarded monthly stipend of
Admission Dues PKR
Rs 18000/- pm and tuition fee waiver.
Admission Processing Fee (Non refundable) 10,000 PhD Programmes
Security Deposit (Refundable) 10,000 »» NUST sponsored PhD students will be paid monthly stipend
of Rs 30,000/- pm and tuition fee waiver in addition to
Tuition Fee per Semester supervisor remuneration.
Engineering Management and »» There are numerous opportunities for additional academic
Construction Engineering & Management 115,000 pursuits, e.g. students will be provided financial support
Other Engineering/IT programmes 71,500 for attending seminars, conferences and making presenta-
Miscellaneous dues (Per semester) 2,700 tions/publication of research papers within Pakistan and
PhD abroad.
Admission Dues »» During research phase of PhD studies at NUST, students
can also get an opportunity for collaborative/joint research
Admission Processing Fee (Non refundable) 5,000
training programmes with other well-reputed foreign uni-
Security Deposit (Refundable) 10,000 versities.
»» Full time PhD students can also be exempted from payment
Tuition Fee per Semester of tuition fee, if they are willing to do Teaching Assistant
All programmes 71,500 (TA)/Research Assistant (RA) duties and fulfilled other con-
Miscellaneous dues (Per semester) 2,700 ditions.

Tuition fee can be exempted subject to certain conditions Bond for NUST Sponsored Students
Note: All fees are subject to revision. »» NUST sponsored MS/PhD students will be required to com-
plete the program.
Payment of Dues »» NUST sponsored MS/PhD Students will work as TA/RA, as
»» At the time of admission students have to pay the admis- and when required.
sion processing fee, security and full semester fee in ad- »» The students who fail or do not fulfil the undertaking, will
vance. Dues have to be paid on semester basis. have to reimburse the total amount spent on them (includ-
»» Invoice/Challan for admission charges along with first se- ing Tuition Fee, Stipend, Supervisor’s Fee and Research
mester fee and Provisional Selection Letter will be available Expenditure, etc).
on NUST website.
»» Tuition fee will be payable on semester basis. Students Need-based Scholarship/Fee Waiver
have to pay their fee in advance before the commence-
ment of semester. NUST has launched a need-based scholarship scheme to enable
financially under-privileged but talented Masters students to
Supervisor’s Fee and Research Fund acquire higher education. Salient features of the scheme are:
»» Sponsored Students: As per scholarship/sponsorship
»» Scholarships will be awarded to needy students of the new
award.
batch every year.
»» Non-Sponsored Students: To be paid by the University »» The scholarship will be for full duration (2 years) of the
programme in which the student is enrolled.
HEC and Other Sponsorships »» All awardees are given 100% tuition fee waiver.
HEC will bear the cost of its scholarship awardees, as per the
scholarship award details. For other sponsored students, all Other Opportunities for Financial Assistance
charges as per the details provided above, will be borne by »» HEC in collaboration with USAID, PEEF in collaboration
their sponsoring agency. Students will be responsible for timely with DFID/UKAID, CMEEF (KPK) and certain philanthropic
deposit of dues by their sponsoring agency. Scholarship provi- individuals/organizations provide merit cum needs based
sions for postgraduate studies for candidates from FATA and scholarships to the freshly inducted students of NUST. In-
Balochistan are also available through HEC for which they may formation on how to apply is available on NUST webportal
apply directly to HEC. and the constituent institutions.

Merit-based Scholarship/Tuition Fee Waiv-

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 International Students
Monthly Accommodation Charges (H-12 Campus)
Fee & Funding

Undergraduate Programmes Single Students

Finances (UG Programmes) »» Single occupancy (with attached bath) USD 70
Students selected through this process will be required to pay »» Double occupancy (with attached bath) USD 60
their fees and other charges in USD. »» Double occupancy (with community bath) USD 50
»» Tripple occupancy with community bath USD 40
Fee Structure
Engineering and Computing Programmes USD Married Students
Admission Processing Fee (Non-refundable) 600 »» One bedroom apartment USD 120
Tuition Fee (Per Annum) 4900 »» Two bedroom apartment USD 170
Security Deposit (Refundable) 250
Health Facilities (per annum) 120 Note
»» Security Fee of USD 117/- (Refundable) will be
charged at the time of allotment.
»» Tuition fee for the first academic year (two semesters) will
»» Hostel includes accommodation charges only.
be deposited (as per selection letter).
»» Tuition fee will be payable on annual basis. Students have
to pay their fee in advance before the commencement of Accommodation information in NUST Colleges can be
the academic year, otherwise they will not be eligible to found in their respective sections of the prospectus.
sit in the class.
»» All fees are subject to revision from time to time.

Postgraduate Programmes
Finances (PG Programmes)
International students selected through this process will be
required to pay the applicable charges in USD. Please note that
admission is granted only to those candidates who come up to
the required position on the merit list meant for open merit.

Fee Structure
The fee structure of the programmes of study is as
under:

MPhil/MS PhD
Engineering Management and Other Engineering/IT
All Programmes
Construction & Engineering Management programmes
One Time Charges: USD USD USD
Admission Processing Fee 60 60 30
Security Deposit (refundable) 60 60 60
Semester Fee 663 431 431
Course Repeat Fee 40 40 40
(Per Credit Hour)

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 About the University
NUST Entry Test (Computer Based)

»» NUST Entry Test (computer based) will be held in multiple sessions. Paper based test will be held in Karachi and Quetta
in (April and July).
»» Computer-based test is designed in accordance with the internationally practiced system of on-line examinations. It is
easy to attempt with minimal practice. Instructions to attempt computer-based Entry test alongwith sample test module
will be available on NUST website for guidance.
»» The pattern and the standard of question papers for both types of tests is the same.
»» All kinds of data carriers and calculators, including mobile phone, Bluetooth, hands free devices, etc, are strictly
prohibited inside the examination hall.

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 Instructions for Paper-based Entry Test of
Engineering and Computer Science (The computer will mark improperly filled circle as wrong
Fee & Funding

The Entry Test will be held for applicants in the following answer)
subjects: »» Do not mark more than a single circle for an answer
a. Mathematics b. choice. Multiple answers for a single question will be
Physics c. Chemistry/Computer regarded as an unanswered question.
Science d. English »» If you need to erase an answer, do so clearly/cleanly, using
e. Intelligence a good quality eraser.
These instructions deal with multiple choice answer sheets,
which will be provided for examination. The answer sheets will »» Do not bend/fold your answer sheet, make stray marks or
have two parts, i.e., personal information and answers. A filled mark any area outside the provided circles.
in answer sheet is printed on the next page for illustration
and guidance. Answer sheets are marked through computer, MISCELLANEOUS
therefore, it is important that the candidates read and »» Answer sheet is to be signed both by the invigilator
understand these instructions thoroughly before taking the as well as by the candidate, in respective blocks, with
exam. Non-compliance will affect scoring adversely. ballpoint pen only.
»» PLEASE DON’T FORGET TO BRING A CLIPBOARD ALONG.
PERSONAL INFORMATION (See appropriate block in the
specimen answer sheet). Exam superintendent will brief on »» USE 2B lead pencil only. DO NOT USE ink pens, ballpoint
filling in of this portion before start of the exam. pens or felt-tip pens on the answer sheet.
»» Clearly write your name in Capital Letters in the box titled »» You are allowed to bring along clipboard, pencils, eraser
FULL NAME. Fill corresponding circles. If the name is and sharpener only.
longer than the space provided, fill in as much as fits in »» Use your time effectively. Do not spend too much time
the given space. (In the specimen answer sheet, Ali Nawaz on one question, otherwise you will run short of time for
is the name of a candidate). other questions.
»» Write your Roll No in the box titled Roll No. (In the »» Write your Roll No on the front page of the QUESTION
specimen answer sheet, the Roll No of the candidate is Booklet and the back side of the answer sheet in the
16245016). given blocks. Do not write elsewhere.
»» Return the complete questions booklet along with the
»» In the SUBJECT column, use “111” as subject code for answer sheet on completion of the test.
Engineering and “222”Computer Science. »» You are not allowed to take away any part of the question
booklet or note questions elsewhere. Non-compliance will
»» In the SEQ CODE column, write NET Code written inside be regarded as use of unfair mean.
the question booklet. (SEQ Code 01 is marked in the
specimen answer sheet).
»» You are NOT ALLOWED to use any device which could
assist in calculation such as a calculator, tables, digital
watch, mobile phone, electronic diary, Palm Pilot, etc.
»» In the CITY/CENTRE column, use the following codes and
fill in the corresponding circles. (In the specimen sheet, IS »» There is no negative marking.
is marked for Islamabad). KI: Karachi QA:
Quetta IS: Islamabad

»» Put your date of birth in the column Date of Birth. 11-04-

85 is marked as the Date of Birth on the specimen sheet.

»» In the SEX column, fill M for male candidates and F for

female candidates and O for other candidates. (In the
example a male candidate is marked).

MARKING Of ANSWER SHEET

In the specimen answer sheet, first 6 questions have been
attempted. See the specimen sheet and the following
instructions:
»» Mark your choice with 2B lead pencil by filling in the
appropriate circle completely, making it a dark black circle
as shown below.

»» Some examples of improper marking are shown below:

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