Najmadeen Mohammed Saeed
Professor
College: Engineering
Department: Civil Engineering
Email: najmadeen_qasre@uor.edu.krd
Biography
Prof. Dr. Najmadeen Mohammed Saeed
Prof. Dr. Najmadeen Mohammed Saeed is a distinguished academic in civil and structural engineering. He currently teaches in the Civil Engineering Department at the University of Raparin. He earned his Ph.D. in Civil/Structural Engineering with high honors from Cardiff University (UK) in 2014, following his B.Sc. and M.Sc. degrees in Structural Engineering from the University of Sulaimani in 2002 and 2010, respectively.
Prof. Dr. Najmadeen has made substantial contributions to the advancement of structural engineering, with 62 publications in high-impact, peer-reviewed international journals. His research portfolio encompasses a wide range of advanced and interrelated topics, including the Force Method, Prestress Analysis, Displacement Control, Structural Optimization, Deployable Structures, Structural Morphology, Foldable and Pantographic Structures, Geometric Nonlinearity, Cable Structures, Cable Net Optimization, and Shape Optimization. His work also covers the development of nonlinear prestressing techniques, simultaneous shape and force control in pin-jointed structures, optimization of actuator placement, morphing structures, advanced concrete composites, sustainable construction materials, and seismic retrofitting and structural health monitoring, reflecting a robust integration of theoretical modeling with practical engineering solutions.
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Philosophy of Teaching
Teaching Philosophy and InterestsMy teaching philosophy combines two essential beliefs: First effective communication between instructor and student is vital, and Secondly learning in engineering is an iterative process of theoretical study, application and practical. It is through these principles that I reach my teaching goal to provide an environment that allows students to take initiative in their education, and in which every student, regardless of background, comes away with an understanding of core mechanical engineering concepts.
I am interested in teaching a broad range of engineering material and have particular interest in topics related to mechanics of material, theories of structures, controlling of structures, morphing of structures, deployable of structures and computational methods. My teaching is influenced by my research work in applied mechanics, plasticity, computer aided design, and the finite element method. I have served as the instructor for Engineering Mechanics with very positive student feedback.
Communication. As an instructor, I am responsible for the clear and deliberate communication of course material. This begins with the identification of course goals, taking into account student status, background, and destination. Next is perhaps the most important stage, the thoughtful preparation of course materials. My experience has shown that careful and thorough preparation is the most important effort I can make toward a successful class experience. This involves the distillation of material from a broad set of sources into a well-organized lecture emphasizing key concepts. Well organized must not be mistaken for rigid, however. The ability to recognize the underlying nature of students’ questions, and to respond accordingly, is vital to effective teaching.
Learning as an iterative process. My lecture and exercise preparation is driven by the idea that learning in engineering is an iterative process of theoretical study and hands on application. My own understanding of engineering material stems from the cyclic process of expanding on theory in the literature and applying it to problems in computational mechanics. Modern finite element software provides an example of how this process can be applied to teaching; theoretical concepts from the classroom come to life when students apply them to solve problems with these software tools.
Specific teaching interests. I would be glad to teach a broad range of topics in mechanical engineering, with a general focus in solid mechanics and computational methods. Examples of specific undergraduate material include statics, dynamics, strength of materials, engineering design, and computational methods. I am also interested in introducing new students to engineering through classes such as Introduction to Mechanical Engineering and Introduction to Engineering Computing. My interests in teaching at the graduate level are tied to my research work in applied mechanics. Specific graduate-level teaching interests include solid mechanics, finite element analysis, and parallel-computing methods.
Certificates
| Certificate | Specialization | Department | Country | Year Granted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PhD | Civil Engineering\ Structures | School of Engineering | United Kingdom | 2015-04-22 |
| Master | Building Construction Engineering\ Structures | College of Engineering/ Building Construction Department | Kurdistan Region/ Iraq | 2010-04-20 |
| Bachelor | Building Construction Engineering | College of Engineering/ Building Construction Department | Kurdistan Region/ Iraq | 2002-07-04 |
Academic Titles
| Academic title | Place | Country | Year granted |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Professor | University of Raparin | Kurdistan Region/ iraq | 2015-06-15 |
Languages
| Language | Language Quality |
|---|---|
| English | Very Good |
| Arabic | Good |
| Kurdish | Mother tongue |
IT Skills
| Software | Level of Use |
|---|---|
| Microsoft Word | Professional |
| Microsoft Excel | Professional |
| Microsoft PowerPoint | Professional |
| AutoCAD | Professional |
| STAAD-Pro | Very good |
| STAAD-Pro | Very good |
| STAAD-Pro | Very good |
| ETABS | Good |
| SAP2000 | Good |
| LinPro | Professional |
| Prokon | Good |
| MIDAS | Average |
| SPSS | Average |
| Matlab | Very good |
| EndNote | Professional |
| Sketchup | Very good |
| Working Model | Professional |
| DesignFOIL | Very good |
| AeroFoil | Very good |
| JavaFoil | Good |
| WOLFRAM MATHEMATICA | Average |
Conferences
| Name of Conference | Title of Paper | Type of Presentation | Place | Country | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4th International Conference on Recent Innovations in Engineering ICRIE 2023 | Performance of the Mechanical Properties of Concrete Modified with Coarse Glass Aggregate and Incorporation of Polypropylene Fibers | Seminar | University of Duhok, College of Engineering, | Iraq | 2023-09-13 |
| 7th International Engineering Conference (IEC2021) | Optimum Geometry and Stress Control of Deformed Double Layer Dome for Gravity and Lateral Loads | Seminar | Tishk International University and Erbil Polytechnic University | Iraq | 2021-02-24 |
| 2019 International Conference on Advanced Science and Engineering (ICOASE) | Shape Restoration of Deformed Egg-Shaped Single Layer Space Structures | Seminar | University of Zakho- Duhok Polytechnic University | Iraq | 2019-04-02 |
| Mobile and Rapidly Assembled Structures IV | Concepts for Morphing Aerofoil Sections Using Pantographic Structures | Seminar | Andromeda Hotel | Belgium | 2014-06-11 |
| Launch of the Aerospace Research Theme | Shape Morphing and Shape Adjustment of Aerospace Structures | Scientific Poster | Cardiff University | United Kingdom | 2013-03-12 |
| The 4th International Scientific Conference of Salahaddin University-Erbil | Shear Strength and Behavior of Crushed Stone High Strength Reinforced Concrete Deep Beams | Seminar | Salahaddin University-Erbil, Kurdistan Region- Iraq | Kurdistan Region- Iraq | 2011-10-18 |
Workshops and Trainings
| Event Type | Title | Place | Date | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workshop | Multiscale consequence studies for hazard impact on Structures in Iraq | Bauhaus University Weimar (BUW), Germany | 2023-09-02 | International |
| Training | Pantographic Structures | بەشی ئەندازیاری شارستانی | 2023-02-19 | International |
| Workshop | Review Undergraduate Curriculum | بەشی ئەندازیاری شارستانی | 2022-08-02 | Local |
| Workshop | Student Certificate of Recognition | Erbil, Kurdistan Region | 2022-06-14 | Regional |
| Workshop | Jury Member in the 7th National Innovation Competition in Engineering (NICE2022) | Faculty of engineering - Tishk International University (TIU) | 2022-05-19 | Regional |
| Workshop | Team Supervisor in the ACI "Egg Protection Device" | Civil Engineering Department of Tishk International University | 2022-03-29 | Regional |
| Workshop | Introduction and Training For Creating the Schedule For The University Modules By aSc Timetable | Civil Engineering Department Activity Hall - University of Raparin | 2021-10-23 | Local |
| Workshop | Materials for repairing and retrofitting of buildings | Civil Engineering Department- University of Raparin | 2021-07-11 | Local |
| Workshop | TOWARDS THE IMPLEMENTATION OF BOLOGNA PROCESS AT THE DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS | هۆڵی چالاکیەەکانی زانکۆ | 2021-06-27 | Local |
| Workshop | Quick Design And check of Structural Elements | Civil Engineering Department Activity Hall | 2021-06-26 | Local |
| Training | خولی ڕاهێنانی جێبەجێکردنی ثڕۆسەی بۆلۆنا و سیستەمی ECTS | University of Raparing | 2021-03-13 | Local |
| Training | EndNote in the Pedagogical Training Course | Center for Pedagogical Training and Academic Development | 2020-02-23 | Local |
| Workshop | EndNote Software Application for Referencing and Article Searching | کۆلێژی زانست - هۆڵی چالاکیەکانی بەشی ئەندازیاری شارستانی | 2020-02-18 | Local |
| Workshop | سیستەمی ECTS و چۆنێتی پەیڕەوکردنی لە پڕۆسەی بۆلۆنیا | زانکۆی پۆلیتەکنیکی هەولێر | 2019-01-30 | Local |
| Workshop | پێداجونەوەو پەرەپێدانی پڕۆگرامی خوێندنی ئەندازیاری لە زانکۆکانی هەرێمی کوردستان | شاری هەولێر هۆتێلی نێو دەوڵەتی هەولێر | 2018-09-17 | Local |
| Workshop | EndNote Software Application for Referencing and Articles Searching | University of Raparin/ Faculty of Science/ Civil Engineering Department | 2017-05-31 | Local |
| Training | 1st Exhibition of Civil Engineering Department 2017 | University of Raparin/ Faculty of Science/ Civil Engineering Department | 2017-05-14 | Local |
Undergraduate Teaching
| Subject | Department | Stage | Academic Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Structural Analysis | UoR-Civil Engineering Department | Third Stage | 2020-2021 |
| Mechanics of materials II | TIU-Civil Engineering Department | Second Stage | 2020-2021 |
| Earthquake Engineering | TIU-Civil Engineering Department | Third Stage | 2020-2021 |
| Engineering Mechanics | UoR-Civil Engineering Department | First Stage | 2020-2021 |
| Structural Analysis | Civil Engineering Department | Third Stage | 2019-2020 |
| Concrete Technology (Practical) | Civil Engineering Department | Second Stage | 2019-2020 |
| Engineering Mechanics | UoR-Civil Engineering Department | First Stage | 2019-2020 |
| Engineering Mechanics | Civil Engineering Department | First Stage | 2018-2019 |
| Construction Materials (Practical) | Civil Engineering Department | First Stage | 2018-2019 |
| Structural Analysis | Civil Engineering Department | Third Stage | 2018-2019 |
| Engineering Mechanics | Civil Engineering Department | First Stage | 2017-2018 |
| General Mathematics | Department of Animal Resource | First Stage | 2017-2018 |
| General Mathematics | Department of Horticulture | First Stage | 2017-2018 |
| Engineering Mechanics | Civil Engineering Department | First Stage | 2016-2017 |
| Calculus | Mathematical Department | First Stage | 2015-2016 |
Postgraduate Teaching
| Subject | Department | Academic Year |
|---|---|---|
| Research Methodology | UoR-Department of Mathematics | 2020-2021 |
| Advanced reinforced Concrete Structural Design | UoS-Civil Engineering Department | 2019-2020 |
Journal Papers
- Assessing sulfuric acid resistance in sustainable GGBFS-cement composite. Advances in Concrete Construction - 2025
- Evaluating the long-term strength of GGBFS-blended cement across various water-to-binder and superplasticizer ratios under heating/cooling cycles. PLoS One - 2025
- Microstructural insights and sustainable utilisation of nano-alumina content in geopolymer mortar. Proceedings of the Institution of Civil Engineers - Engineering Sustainability - 2025
- Implementing industrial and agricultural waste materials to produce green concrete: a step towards sustainable construction. Architecture, Structures and Construction - 2025
- Effects of steel dust waste incorporation on the mechanical properties of concrete. Architecture, Structures and Construction - 2025
- Experimental study on strengthening reinforced concrete beams incorporating NanoSilica and polypropylene fiber with external tendons. Innovative Infrastructure Solutions - 2025
- Topology, Size, and Shape Optimization in Civil Engineering Structures: A Review. Computer Modeling in Engineering & Sciences - 2025
- Fiber reinforced concrete: a state of the art. Discover Materials - 2024
- Impact of structure height on retrofitted RC structures for progressive collapse prevention. Journal of Building Pathology and Rehabilitation - 2024
- A Review of Nonlinear Control Strategies for Shape and Stress in Structural Engineering. Nonlinear Systems and Matrix Analysis-Recent Advances in Theory and Applications: Recent Advances in Theory and Applications - 2024
- Deformation mitigation and twisting moment control in space frames. Structures - 2024
- Advancements and applications of lightweight structures: a comprehensive review. Discover Civil Engineering - 2024
- Engineering properties of pervious concretes produced with recycled aggregate at different aggregate-to-cement ratio. Advances in Concrete Construction - 2024
- A review: structural shape and stress control techniques and their applications. Archives of Computational Methods in Engineering - 2024
- Recent advances in structural health monitoring: techniques, applications and future directions. International Journal of Reliability and Safety - 2024
- Empirical Seismic Assessment Of Urban Settlements In Developing Countries: Case Study Erbil (Iraq). Empirical Seismic Assessment Of Urban Settlements In Developing Countries: Case Study Erbil (Iraq) - 2024
- An overview of fresh and mechanical properties of rubberized concrete. Discover Civil Engineering - 2024
- Strengthening lateral behavior of existing buildings utilizing ground cable bracing as a new bracing technique. Asian Journal of Civil Engineering - 2024
- Statical Nonlinear Analysis of Spherical Assemblies Utilizing Pade Approximation. Eurasian Journal of Science & Engineering, (EAJSE) - 2024
- The Effect of Minimum Actuation Limit in Shape Control of a Single- Layer Dome Frame. Eurasian Journal of Science & Engineering, (EAJSE) - 2024
- Controlling nodal displacement of pantographic structures using matrix condensation and interior-point optimization: A numerical and experimental study. Engineering Structures - 2024
- Nonlinear Prestress of Space Cable Net Structures. Eurasian Journal of Science & Engineering, (EAJSE) - 2024
- Nonlinear structural analysis technique based on flexibility method by Pade approximants. Passer Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences - 2024
- Effect of Pumice Powder and Silica Fume on Flowability and Compressive Strength of Slag-Based Geopolymer. 2023 9th International Engineering Conference on Sustainable Technology and Development (IEC) - 2024
- Performance of the Mechanical Properties of Concrete Modified with Coarse Glass Aggregate and Incorporation of Polypropylene Fibers. Passer Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences - 2024
- NATURAL FREQUENCY OF RC WALLS WITH VARIOUS SIZES AND LOCATIONS OF OPENING. Journal of Duhok University - 2023
- Optimum Location And Bracing System As Alternative To Shear Walls For Retrofitting Of RC Buildings Against Seismic Loading. Eurasian Journal of Science and Engineering - 2023
- Computational Bar Size Optimization of Single Layer Dome Structures Considering Axial Stress and Shape Disturbance. International Conference on Mathematical Modeling in Physical Sciences - 2023
- Bending Moment Control and Weight Optimization in Space Structures by Adding Extra Members in the Optimal locations. Advances in Science and Technology Research Journal - 2023
- Optimum Location and Bracing System as Alternative to Shear Walls for Retrofitting of RC Buildings Against Seismic Loading. EURASIAN JOURNAL OF SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING - 2023
- Buckling and shape control of prestressable trusses using optimum number of actuators. Scientific Reports - 2023
- Performance of cement mortar modified with GGBFS at elevated temperatures with various w/b ratios and superplasticizer dosages. Construction and Building Materials - 2023
- Optimal reshaping and stress controlling of double-layer spherical structures under vertical loadings. ARCHIVES OF CIVIL ENGINEERING - 2022
- Flexural Behavior of High Strength RC Beams Incorporating Nano-Silica and Macro-Polypropylene Fiber. UKH Journal of Science and Engineering - 2022
- Optimum number of actuators to minimize the cross-sectional area of prestressable cable and truss structures. Structures - 2022
- Nonlinear technique of prestressing spatial structures. Mechanics Research Communications - 2022
- Static Shape and Stress Control of Trusses with Optimum Time, Actuators and Actuation. International Journal of Civil Engineering - 2022
- Using Minimum Actuators to Control Shape and Stress of a Double Layer Spherical Model Under Gravity and Lateral Loadings. Advances in Science and Technology Research Journal - 2022
- Performance of Unreinforced Hollow-Block Masonry Houses During 23 August 2017 Ranya Earthquake. UKH Journal of Science and Engineering - 2022
- Optimized Stress and Geometry Control of Spherical structures under Lateral Loadings. IEEE Xplore digital library - 2022
- Non-Linear Analysis of Structures Utilizing Load-Discretization of Stiffness Matrix Method with Coordinate Update. Applied Sciences - 2022
- The Effect of Openings’ Size and Location on Selected Dynamical Properties of Typical Wood Frame Walls. Polymers - 2022
- Shape and force control of cable structures with minimal actuators and actuation. International Journal of Space Structures - 2021
- Displacement Control of Nonlinear Pin-Jointed Assemblies Based on Force Method and Optimization. AIAA Journal - 2021
- Optimum Geometry and Stress Control of Deformed Double Layer Dome for Gravity and Lateral Loads. IEEE Xplore digital library - 2021
- Optimal Shape Refurbishment of Distorted Dome Structure with Safeguarding of Member Stress. IEEE Xplore digital library - 2021
- An Approximate Linear Analysis of Structures Utilizing Incremental Loading of Force Method. The UKH Journal of Science and Engineering (UKHJSE) - 2020
- Direct Displacement Control of Deformed Double Layer Dome. The UKH Journal of Science and Engineering (UKHJSE) - 2020
- Simultaneous Force and Deformation Control of Cable Arch Stayed Bridges. Kufa Journal of Engineering - 2019
- Shape morphing and adjustment of pantographic morphing aerofoil section structure. Smart Structures and Systems - 2019
- Shape Restoration of Deformed Egg-Shaped Single Layer Space Frames. IEEE Xplore digital library - 2019
- Mechanical Behavior of Concrete with Cement Partially Replaced by Chewed Gum. Eurasian Journal of Science & Engineering - 2017
- Displacement and internal force control in cable-stayed bridges. Proceedings of the Institution of Civil Engineers-Bridge Engineering - 2017
- Impact of Cement Replacement Partially by Mosaic powder on Compressive Strength of Concrete. Eurasian Journal of Science & Engineering - 2017
- ADJUSTMENT FOR SHAPE RESTORATION AND FORCE CONTROL OF CABLE ARCH STAYED BRIDGES. International Journal of Computational Methods and Experimental Measurements - 2017
- Displacement and Force Control of Complex Element Structures by Matrix Condensation. Structural Engineering & Mechanics, An International Journal - 2016
- Simultaneous Displacement and Internal Force Prescription in Shape Control of Pin-Jointed Assemblies. AIAA JOURNAL - 2016
- Concepts for Morphing Aerofoil Sections Using Pantographic Structures. Mobile and Rapidly Assembled Structures IV - 2014
- Shear Strength and Behavior of Crushed Stone High Strength Reinforced Concrete Deep Beams. The 4th International Scientific Conference of Salahaddin University-Erbil - 2011
Books
Supervising Postgraduates
| Research Title | Department | Postgrad Level | Start Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Properties and Flexural Behavior of RC Beams Strengthened with NS And PPF | Civil Engineering Department, College of Engineering, university of Sulaimani | Master | 2021-11-16 |
| Prestressing Of Spatial Structures with Unaltered Geometry Preservation | Civil Engineering Department, Erbil Technical Engineering College, Erbil Polytechnic University | PhD | 2021-06-29 |
| Geometry and Stress Control of Spherical Structure by Direct Force Method | Civil Engineering Department | Master | 2020-11-23 |
Postgraduate Defending Sessions
| Candidate Name | Department | University | Degree | Discussion Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ئاراز علی محمد | Civil Engineering Department | University of Sulaimani | Master | 2023-06-04 |
| هەڵمەت مصلح برهان | Civil Engineering Department | Salahaddin University-Erbil | Master | 2023-05-23 |
| Sakar Hatam Hsssan Rekan Sabah Muhammad Lara Khdir Wsw Sozyar Mansur Salih | Civil Engineering Department | University of Raparin | Undergraduate | 2023-05-23 |
| Ahmed Anwar Othman Paivin Burhan Rahim Awin Awat Ali Qadir Hassan Qadir | Civil Engineering Department | University of Raparin | Undergraduate | 2023-05-23 |
| فریا شوکت جافر | Civil Engineering Department | University of Sulaimani | Master | 2023-05-10 |
| وڵات عمر میرۆ | Civil Engineering Department | Soran University | Master | 2023-04-18 |
| نەبەز صالح حسێن | Civil Engineering Department | Koya University | Master | 2023-04-06 |
| محمد عارف محمد | Civil Engineering Department | University of Sulaimani | PhD | 2023-02-23 |
| هەلمەت برهان نجم | Civil Engineering Department | Erbil Polytechnic University | Master | 2022-10-30 |
| کارزان کمال احمد | Civil Engineering Department | Erbil Polytechnic University | Master | 2021-09-26 |
| ساری ناصر حسێن | Civil Engineering Department | University of Sulaimani | Master | 2021-09-09 |
| محمد هەڵکەوت عبدالله | Civil Engineering Department | University of Sulaimani | Master | 2020-12-22 |
| الامین حامد محمد | بەشی ئەندازیاری شارستانی | زانکۆی نێودەڵەتی تیشک | Master | 2020-06-28 |
| زرار صدیق عثمان | بەشی ئەندازیاری شارستانی | زانکۆی سەڵاحەدین - هەولێر | PhD | 2020-04-06 |