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Participation of the Architecture Engineering Department in a scientific seminar at Al-Mustansiriya University.
Written by sohaibThe lecture covered several key topics including raising awareness about the importance of adopting and implementing BIM systems, its components, the anticipated benefits of its application in project execution in Iraq while keeping pace with global standards and dimensions of maturity, collaborative processes associated with it, and the challenges and opportunities that can be leveraged to facilitate its implementation in construction projects in Iraq.
The seminar concluded with Dr. Ahmed Luay Ahmed being awarded a certificate of appreciation from Professor Malik Jasim Farhan, the Dean of the College of Engineering, presented by Dr. Aswaq Fadhil Al-Amiri, Head of the Architecture Engineering Department. Faculty members and students of the department attended the seminar.

"Exhibition for the presentation of Audio Services course for the fourth-year students."
Written by sohaibA presentation of the fourth-year students' audio services material was held at the Department of Architecture on Thursday, May 2nd, 2024. An exhibition of students' posters was organized in the department's lobby. The aim of the exercise was to highlight the vital role of lighting in historical and heritage buildings, its contribution to providing a comfortable and safe environment for residents and visitors, as well as emphasizing the architectural landmarks by ensuring optimal distribution for ideal balance between general and local lighting to meet different lighting needs in various spaces within the building. This enhances the aesthetics, value, and functional performance of the place while reducing eye strain and increasing focus and productivity.



"Recognition of an employee in the Department of Architecture Engineering upon her retirement."
Written by sohaibA staff member in the Department of Architecture was honored upon retirement by the respected head of the Department, Dr. Ibrahim Jawad Kazem, in the presence of the scientific assistant, faculty, and staff members. Mrs. Huda Abbas Nasser, the senior technical manager, was honored for her retirement, and she was presented with a certificate of appreciation and a shield in recognition of her dedicated and persevering efforts throughout her years of service in the department. We wish the retired staff member good health and continued success in her endeavors.



"A student from the Department of Architecture Engineering won third place in the Fifth Graduation Projects Festival at the Technological University."
Written by sohaibA student in the Department of Architecture won third place in the graduation projects festival at the University of Technology, under the patronage of the respected president of the University, Dr. Ahmed Mohammed Hassan Al-Ghoban. With direct supervision from the respected assistant president for scientific affairs and postgraduate studies, Dr. Khawla Salah Khushan, the final stage of the fifth edition of the graduation projects competition for completed stages 2023-2024 commenced.
The Department of Architecture won with the project "The Scientific Exploratory City of Baghdad" by student Zainab Shakir Habib, supervised by Dr. Basim Hassan Hashim, Associate Professor Anwar Sabahi Ramadan, Associate Professor Adi Abbas Aboud, and Mr. Najah Anwar Zaki.
Congratulations to the student on this achievement, and we wish her every success.
"The final presentation exhibition for the Interior Spaces Design course for third-year students."
Written by sohaibUnder the auspices of Prof. Dr. Ibrahim Jawad Kazem, the head of the Architecture Department, a final presentation exhibition was held for third-year students of Interior Spaces Design, supervised by Dr. Shamael Mohammad Wajih Aldabbagh, the assistant professor. The exhibition took place on Sunday, May 5, 2024, showcasing various designs including commercial, entertainment, and cultural spaces. These ranged from museum displays, art galleries, cultural and educational spaces like libraries, reading halls, and meeting rooms, to childcare centers, commercial outlets, entertainment venues, and restaurants. The teaching staff included:
Dr. Shamael Mohammad Wajih Aldabbagh,
Dr. Aseel Ibrahim,
Dr. Sura Qasim,
Dr. Ataa Hasan,
asst. lect. Shahad Abdulabbas,
asst. lect. Sahar Riyadh,
and Engineer Hala Maytham.
organized by the students, attended by department assistants, distinguished faculty members, and some
guests. This celebration, held on Thursday, May 9, 2024, honored the retirement of Dr. Safaa Al-Din Al-
Samaraie, the head of the architectural design department, expressing gratitude for his dedicated efforts
towards the department and its students across all academic levels.



The final presentation for third-year students in the Architectural Design course, titled Children Hospital and Autism Center
Written by sohaibHospital and Autism Center," occurred on Thursday, May 9, 2024. The project aimed to introduce
students to healthcare facilities in general, particularly focusing on autism centers and rehabilitation for
addicts, emphasizing the standards and criteria specific to healthcare buildings in terms of functionality,
construction, and environmental aspects. The design team comprised Dr. Safaa Al-Din Al-Samaraie, Dr.
Shamael Mohammad Aldabbagh, Dr. Zeinab Hussein Raouf, Dr. Enas Salem Abdulhadi, Asst. Dr. Venus
Suleiman, Asst. Dr. Sura Qasim, Dr. Khansa Ghazi Rashid, Asst. Dr. Yahya Adel, Asst. Dr. Mohammed
Basim, and Asst. Dr. Ataa Hasan.



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the final presentation for the project Lakefront Motel by first-year students
Written by sohaibwas conducted. The project aimed to teach students about the development and management of tourism
projects and understanding demand and supply analysis in the hospitality and tourism sector. The study of
the project helps students acquire the necessary skills to evaluate site attractiveness, identify opportunities
and challenges, and develop business and marketing plans, enabling them to apply theoretical concepts in
a practical context. The teaching staff for the first year included: Dr. Mustafa Kamel, Dr. Breezat Qasim,
Dr. Aseel Ibrahim, Dr. Bashar Shamil, Dr. Mustafa Khudair, Asst. Lect. Vian Abdulbasir, and Asst. Lect.
Inas Ali Salman.


Architecture students participated in the 10th edition of the Baghdad Contemporary Art Installation Festival
Written by sohaibFestival. Students Ali Ziyad, Aisha Shbeeb from the fourth year, and Sally Naeem from the third year of
the Architecture Department participated in the festival held at the Modern Art Museum (Colbencian
Hall) from May 9 to 12, 2024. The exhibition, titled "Freedom of Creativity and Diversity," aimed to
support young Iraqi artists.


Participation of the Architectural Engineering Department in discussing graduation projects at Al-Nahrain University
Written by sohaibto enhance scientific and academic cooperation among various Architecture Departments in Iraqi
universities. A group of distinguished faculty members from the Architecture Department at the
University of Technology (Assistant Professor Dr. Yahya Adel, Assistant Professor Dr. Younis
Mahmoud, Assistant Professor Dr. Zainab Hussein Raouf, and Lecturer Dr. Nagham Ahmed)
participated on Sunday and Monday, the 12th and 13th of the current month, in the graduation
project discussions committees for fifth-year students in the Architecture Department at the
University of Baghdad. This participation comes within the framework of joint scientific
cooperation among Iraqi universities, aiming to benefit from the exchange of experiences and
stay updated on the latest scientific developments and their application to our students'
graduation projects in the academic year 2024/2023. Best wishes to the staff of Architecture
Departments and our dear students in various Iraqi universities for success and continued
prosperity.



Scientific cooperation with the Department of Architecture at Saladin University
Written by sohaibArchitecture at Salahaddin University - Erbil collaborated scientifically by participating in the
doctoral dissertation defense of her student, Honaz Majid Abdullah, under the supervision of Dr.
Mu'mal Alaa Al-Din, the primary supervisor. The dissertation, titled "The Impact of Urban
Spatial Plan on Land Value: An Approach System to Relating Space Syntax Premises to the
Land Price," was defended in front of a committee comprised of several faculty members from
different Iraqi universities' architecture departments. The defense lasted six hours and covered
important scientific aspects of the thesis. Following the discussion, the researcher was awarded a
Ph.D. degree with a very high distinction after making some minor revisions within a period not
exceeding one month.
This participation comes within the framework of concerted efforts to enhance scientific research
collaboration among Iraqi universities, aiming to benefit from research experience and exchange
research knowledge, methods, and rigorous scientific research approaches among researchers.

