1- EXTENDING HELP TO FLOOD VICTIMS - 3
30 August 2010
This visit was to a small village called Hayatabad in tehsil Kalyaas in
Charsadda.
As before Nauman, Umair and Hassan spent a part of Friday and most of
Saturday in purchasing the food stuff and packing it into bags of
approximately 12 kg each.
Nauman and Wasim Khan (Electrical department) proceeded along with a guide
and left Islamabad at 0630. Traveling by the motorway M2, they exited at
Shireen kot (rashakaee interchange) at 0810. Here the left side road leads
to Risalpur and Nowshera while that on the right leads to Mardaan. The van
crossed the railway tracks and proceeded on a small road parallel to the
motorway. It took about 45 minutes to complete the first 7 km. At 0910
Buubak is reached. Here we got a new guide and proceed to the Hayatabad
site.
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As we near Hayatabad it becomes plain that flood water had done its work of
destruction to the mostly mud-built houses.
Tasbeehullah and M Haroon, both teachers at a nearby school were the main
help here. They have prepared lists and issued slips and after taking a
tour of the village houses the group gets down to the task of
distribution. Additionally a number of milk pack cartons are distributed
amongst the children.
Total amount spent on goods was 81,000 with 5,000 spent on transportation
hence achieving a usefulness ratio of 94 %.
Prof. Dr. Tahir Rasul
Institute of Avionics and Aeronautics
Air University, Islamabad
Hayatabad, Charsadda
30 August 2010
This visit was to a small village called Hayatabad in tehsil Kalyaas in
Charsadda.
As before Nauman, Umair and Hassan spent a part of Friday and most of
Saturday in purchasing the food stuff and packing it into bags of
approximately 12 kg each.
Nauman and Wasim Khan (Electrical department) proceeded along with a guide
and left Islamabad at 0630. Traveling by the motorway M2, they exited at
Shireen kot (rashakaee interchange) at 0810. Here the left side road leads
to Risalpur and Nowshera while that on the right leads to Mardaan. The van
crossed the railway tracks and proceeded on a small road parallel to the
motorway. It took about 45 minutes to complete the first 7 km. At 0910
Buubak is reached. Here we got a new guide and proceed to the Hayatabad
site.
As we near Hayatabad it becomes plain that flood water had done its work of
destruction to the mostly mud-built houses.
Tasbeehullah and M Haroon, both teachers at a nearby school were the main
help here. They have prepared lists and issued slips and after taking a
tour of the village houses the group gets down to the task of
distribution. Additionally a number of milk pack cartons are distributed
amongst the children.
Total amount spent on goods was 81,000 with 5,000 spent on transportation
hence achieving a usefulness ratio of 94 %.
Prof. Dr. Tahir Rasul
Institute of Avionics and Aeronautics
Air University, Islamabad
2- Sha'oor, a Society of Air University
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After untiring efforts of more than a month, Sha'oor has successfully managed to raise funds nationwide and encourage youth all across Pakistan through media to help the cause.
Sha'oor Society has worked in collaboration with many other active youth groups including Pakistan Youth Parliament, NUPSA, Pakistan Youth Alliance, Lok Sanjh Foundation , Maa Dharti, Danish Muslim Aid, AAJ TV , Waqt TV and many more.
To know more about recent activities of Sha'oor,
Please contact,
Syed Ali Hameed
President Sha'oor
0313-9912412
Or visit us at www.shaoorpakistan.org
3- EXTENDING HELP TO FLOOD VICTIMS - 3
4- EXTENDING HELP TO FLOOD VICTIMS - 1
5- Basic First Aid Training Course
6- MS and PhD Admissions are now open
7- Energy-efficient vehicles competition Air University team off to Malaysia
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8- Custom IC Design Course
1. IC design engineering one of the most challenging fields of electrical engineering with a huge research potential for a plethora of applications in daily life. The department of electrical engineering is going to offer a short course on IC design during 19-30 July, 2010. Mr. Nasir Mehmood Assistant Professor will be conducting the course including theory and laboratory work. Mr. Nasir has obtained MS Degree in electrical engineering with specialization in IC Design technology from Linköping University Sweden in 2006. He has been teaching the subject of VLSI
Design in our department since fall 2008. Recently, he has completed a 2 weeks training on Mentor Graphics IC Design software conducted in Singapore. He is also working on establishing VLSI Design lab and installing the professional IC design, PCB design and FPGA design software. We possess all the required software, workstations, labs and trained manpower to conduct the training successfully. The purpose of conducting the course is to promulgate the knowledge and awareness
of IC Design technology among the engineers, researchers and students.
2. The venue for the course tutorials and laboratory sessions will be "Telecom Networks Lab" located on 2nd floor A Block. The timings for the course will be from 0900 to 1300 daily. There will be a tea
break from 1000 to 1020.
3. The course fee will be Rs.10,000/- for all the participants outside the Air University. For AU faculty and alumni the fee will be Rs.5000/- only. For all students enrolled at AU, the fee will be Rs. 2500/-.
The fee is non-refundable and to be paid in advance or latest by the first day of start of the course.
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9- NOMINATION OF AU STUDENTS FOR NATIONAL YOUTH AWARD 2010
AU proudly announces that following talented students have been recommended for National Youth Award 2010, who have outstanding achievements in different categories. The Award Ceremony of shield, certificate along with a monetary award of Rs.50, 000/-will be held on the occasion of International Youth Day i.e.12th August, 2010 for the finally selected students from all over Pakistan.
- HEXA-K TEAM
This Team consists of six students of Mechatronics Department who has done a marvelous job in designing and fabricating a Fuel Efficient Car for Shell¿Eco Marathon International Competition .The team is going to participate in International Competition to be held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia in the first week of July 2010.Following Students have been recommended for National Youth Award in the field of Science and Technology:-
- M.Shahab Alam
- Fawad Bin Fazil
- Saad Bin Ali
- Muhammad Rameez
- Sikandar Hayat
- Haji Gul
- TEHSEEN UL HAQ
Tehseen ul Haq student of Mechatronics Department is an active social Worker,who has great contributions towards IDP¿s and Medical Aid Services. He has been recommended for National Youth Award 2010 in the field of Community Services.
- Ms.Mehak Tariq
Ms.Mehak Tariq a student of BBA Department played a very active role in literary activities. She has made significant contribution towards Community Services and fund raising campaigns. She has been recommended for the National Youth Award 2010 in the category of Literature.
- Syed Ali Hameed
Syed Ali Hameed a student of Mechatronics Department has great achievements in social activities and has important role in enhancing awareness of youth to be an important part of Pakistani Society. He has been recommended for National Youth Award 2010 in the category of Social Work and Community Services
- Mohammad Uzair
Mohammad Uzair a student of Mechatronics Department has outstanding achievements in the fields of Sports, Literature, cultural activities and in Community Services. He is also a good event organizer and he is recommended for National Youth Award 2010 in the field of Sports, Culture, Literature and Community Services.
- Muhammad Umar
Muhammad Umar student of BBA Department is capable of developing intelligent plans and implementing these successfully. He has demonstrated admirable leadership skills. He has been recommended for National Youth Award 2010 in the category of Sports and Community Services.
10- Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL)
11- Computation of External Flows
12- ICIAS 2010 "Best Paper" Award for Dr. Muhammad Arif
13- On-Campus Recruitment by Micronet Broadband and Nayatel
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14- CPR-First Aid Lecture
Brig. Dr. Shahab Naqvi from Armed Forces Institute of Cardiology was the guest speaker.
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15- Distinguished Research Award
| Distinguished Research Award for Asst. Prof. Aftab Bhatti in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA | |
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| Mr. Aftab Bhatti, Assistant Professor Department of Business Administration was honored with "Distinguished Research Award" in an International Conference arranged by Allied Academies in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA on 14th of April, 2010. The title of the research article he presented was "Impact of Quality of Work Life on Hospital Employees in Pakistan". |
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| Mr. Bhatti has been working in Air University for more than four years. It is his second international conference. The first conference he participated in was in Sohar University, Oman, on 30th of March 2009. The research article presented in that conference was "A Gender Based Comparison of Job Satisfaction among Banking Sector employees in Pakistan". Mr. Bhatti is currently conducting research on "The Role of Human Capital Management Practices on Employee Capabilities: An Empirical Study on Extractive Industry Employees in Pakistan". Mr. Bhatti has had a brilliant academic career. He opted for MIS in business studies at Masters level and HRM at MS level. He is a co-author of many research articles and business case studies. He is also a member of review committee for "Journal of Business and Economics" at Faculty of Administrative Sciences Air University. | |
16- World Press Freedom Day
Air University proudly joins the international community in celebrating World Press Freedom Day and realizing the facts that free press is essential to an empowered citizenry, government accountability and responsible economic development. Wherever independent media is under threat human rights are also undermined.
The AU Cultural Society and The International Association of Lions' Club celebrated International Press Freedom Day at AU campus on 4 May 2010. Mr Mir Gul Muhammad Khan Jakhrani, Parliamentary Secretary for Education, presided over the celebration while speakers from different walks of life talked about the real significance of the day. Ms Saima Afzal (Faculty of Social Sciences) Ishrat Hayat (UN Information Centre) Mr Zafarullah (Civic Education of Pak), Mr Mazhar Arif (Alternative Media), Mehak Tariq (BBA), Marvee Sarmad (SDPD/UNDP) , the honorable chief guest Mr Mir Gul Muhammad Khan Jakhran,Senior Dean Dr Zafaruullah Quershi all spoke eloquently on Press Freedom and Shazia Javed (President Lions Club) ended the session with aim to exercise THE RIGHT TO KNOW.
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17- Air University Central Library catalogue is now available at Library of Congress Gateway
"Air University Central Library catalogue is now available at Library of Congress Gateway"
Competing the challenge to provide the information at users' desktop, we have made available the catalogue of Air University Central Library at Library of Congress (LoC) Gateway. Other leading libraries of the world are also searchable at LoC Gateway. You can now check the library catalogue through the following URL:
How to Search:
After accessing the above mentioned page, you can search the library material as per following instructions:
Step 1: In Select Preferred Record Display select one of the following options:
Brief Full Tagged
In the option "brief", records will be displayed briefly
In the option "full", all the records of item will be displayed
In the option "Tagged", records will be displayed in Tagged form
Step 2: In Enter Term 1 field, enter your searching keyword e.g. Physics
If you want to narrow down your search then go ahead after selecting one of the following options, other wise click on the button "Submit Query":
AND OR AND NOT
Step 3: In Enter Term 2 field, select any option from the first dropdown menu e.g. Title,
Author, Date, etc.
If you still want to narrow down your search some more then go ahead after selecting one of the following options again, other wise click on the button "Submit Query":
AND OR AND NOT
Step 4: In Enter Term 3 field, from the second dropdown menu select one of two options
i.e. word or phrase
Now click on the button "Submit Query". The results of your query will be displayed.
Note: To see the Air University Central Library name among the names of other leading libraries of the world at Library of Congress Gateway, visit the following URL: http://www.loc.gov/z3950/
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18- Qirat and Naat Competition for the Sports Week 2010
Final Results of Qirat and Naat Competition for the Sports Week 2010
Qirat Competition:
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Name:
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Department |
Position |
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Hafiz Muzammil Aziz& Hafiz Saad Farooq |
Mechatronics& |
1st |
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Hafiz Yasir Iqbal |
Management Sciences |
2nd |
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Hafiz Mohammad Ali Raja |
Computer Sciences |
3rd |
Naat Competition:
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Name:
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Department |
Position |
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Adeel Ahmad |
Computer Sciences |
1st |
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Umm-e-Farwa |
Management Sciences |
2nd |
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Nida Aslam |
Mechatronics |
3rd |
Dated: 22-03-2010
Hafiz Aftab Ahmad
Assistant Professor
Department of Humanities
Faculty of Social Sciences
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19- Painting Competition
AIR Performing Art Society
The painting competition was held on 11 March, 2010 (11:30-1:00 p.m.). The theme of the competition was nature. All departments were encouraged to participate in this event. There was maximum interest and participation by the students. The students were judged based on their creativity, aesthetic quality and overall composition. The winner list is given below:
1st position - Rehan Ahmed - BEMET 2C
2nd position - Abdul Basit - BBA-2C
3rd position - Beenish - BBA-4A
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20- Book Exhibition in Air University
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21- 2ND CONVOCATION OF AIR UNIVERSITY ISLAMABAD
Air University awarded degrees to 192 management students (BBA + MBA) and 363 to engineering students (BE, MS) during its second Convocation held on Friday 19 March 2010 in Jinnah Convention Center, Islamabad. Prime Minister Islamic Republic of Pakistan, Honorable Syed Yousaf Raza Gillani was the Chief Guest of the ceremonies. Chairman Board of Governors, Chief of The Air Staff, Air Chief Marshall Rao Qamar Suleman, NI(M), SBT and Chancellor Air University, Chairman Higher Education Commission, Dr. Javed R. Laghari were also present at the occasion. Prominent personalities from academia, government, and industry also were in attendance.
Vice Chancellor of Air University, Dr. Ijaz Ahemd Malik welcomed guests and congratulated the graduates, parents and faculty for successfully completing the degrees. He gave a brief summary of exceptional progress made by the university in the eight years of its existence. He also informed the audience about the future plans of the University.
Chancellor Air University, Dr. Javed R. Lahgari conferred degrees upon 555 graduates, while Prime Minster awarded 14 gold medals and 12 silver medals to top performing graduates.
Prime Minister, in his address, extended his heartiest congratulations to the graduating students, their parents and guardians, and the faculty of Air University on this memorable occasion. He declared the graduation of over 1000 engineers and managers in the first two convocations "a remarkable achievement for the Air University" He was very happy to note that "the congenial environment of this university is promoting quality education and seasoned citizenship."
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22- Automation of Lycoming Aircraft Piston-Engine Test-bed with PXI and LabVIEW
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23- Presentation on Impact Factor
24- Presentation on Library Resources & Services
A presentation on the topic Air University Central Library's Introduction was presented by the library staff member Mr. Muhammad Safdar on Feb 1, 2010 in the room no 101 of A Block of the Air University. The presentation was joined by twenty six (26) people. Location, discipline, resources, and services of the Air University Central Library were explained in detail. Advantages as well as usefulness of the digital resources were narrated comprehensively. There was a questions answers session to discuss the library resources. The role of digital tools to compete the researchers' requirements was acknowledged by the participants. In the end, it was concluded that the library offers many useful resources to facilitate the users in finding the timely information.
25- Air University shines in NASTEC 2009
Students from Air University have participated in NASTEC-2009 competition held on 20-21 Dec 2009. There were different technical, mindstroming and cultural events.
AU Students participated in 6 events and secured 2nd position in two of the events and 3rd position in one event.
1- Second Postion in Mind Quest (out of 12 teams) by the team of
a- Syed Naveed Hussain Shah (MTS)
b- Ayesha Iqabl (MTS)
2- Second Position in Photo Essay by
a. Mehar Yar Khan
3- Third Position in Dress Designing.
a. Meher Yar khan
b. Ayesha Iqbal
c. Adnan Nawaz
d. Hira Shams
26- SEMINAR-- SECOND LANGUAGE ACQUISITION: ISSUES AND CHALLENGES
Air University held a seminar on Saturday 12 th, December on Second Language Acquisition: Issues and Challenges (900hrs to 500hrs). The seminar highlighted different challenges of second language acquisitions in Pakistan. Researchers, scholars and educators from different universities throughout Pakistan participated and presented their work.
The Chair department of Humanities Air University, Dr. Hina Ashraf welcomed all the dignitaries and participants. The honourable Dean Faculty of Social Sciences Air University, Prof. Abida Hassan inaugurated the seminar which was followed by a panoramic speech on condition of English Language throughout time by the Chief Guest, Dr. Riaz Hassan, the Dean of Quality Assurance at National University of Modern Languages.
The seminar was divided into three sessions altogether in which twenty one participants highlighted various challenges of second language and talked about crucial issues such as; social capital and discourse, attitudes of students in SL classes, remediation and challenges, cognitive style and strategies and their role in language learning, issues about the improvement of language skills, faulty methodologies, improvement of language skills, absence of smooth transitions between levels, language and Quran, power relations between the language of proverb etc.
The seminar was followed by a formation of research groups and a question answer session. A research group ELL, MS/M.Phil., and ELT program were also launched in the seminar. The seminar ended with a plenary session and a cake cutting ceremony.
The seminar was an attempt to highlight the issues of second language learning and to allow the researchers, teachers and educators to come together on a platform to instigate further research within Pakistan. 
27- Human Rights Day 2009
Air University celebrated Human Rights Day on December 10, 2009. The program included a drama and a documentary contest plotted, designed and produced by the students of Air Thespian Society. The ceremony highlighted the need of awareness among youth with reference to the violation of human rights. Students, through their dramas and documentaries shared their concerns and raised questions about issues such as, violation of civil, political, economic, social and cultural rights.
The honorable Dean Faculty of Social Sciences Air University, Prof. Abida Hassan inaugurated the ceremony which was followed by a panoramic speech on current conditions by the chair department of Humanities, Air University , Dr. Hina Ashraf. In the end the results were announced and the participants were awarded with the certificates. 
Ms. Irum Zulfiqar
Lecturer
Department of Humanities
Air University, Islamabad
Email: irum.zulfiqar@mail.au.edu.pk
Tel. No: 051-9262557 Ex. 329
28- MS/MPhil English
The Air University MS/MPhil in English is a specialization course in English language, linguistics and literature for those who are interested in broadening their field of research. The programme is specially designed to facilitate candidates with interests in the field of language, pure and applied linguistics, and literary theory and literature. These areas of specialization will be supported with intensive courses of research and its application, which will support intellectual stimulation and enquiry. For Compelete Information Click Here. For Advertisement Click Here. For Publication Click Here
29- 1st Place Finish by AU Students
AU Students won first prize in "All Pakistan Robotic Competition" at Pakistan Navel Engineering College (PNEC) Karachi, a constituent college of National University of Science and Technology (NUST), held on November 21st, 2009.
The winning group comprises of following students:
1. Mr. Muhammad Usama Zahid Mechatronics Engineering - 7th Semester
2. Mr. Adnan Zubair Mechatronics Engineering - 3rd Semester
3. Mr. Abdul Wahid Bashir. Mechatronics Engineering - 3rd Semester
These students are supervised by Mr. Liaquat Ali Khan, Assistant Professor, Department of Mechatronics Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Air University, Islamabad.
30- Teachers' Day
In connection with the International Teachers Day Celebrations, the Cultural Society at Air University also organized an event in Administrative Sciences Auditorium. Since many students wanted to dedicate a poem or a speech to the teachers it was decided to convert it into a competition. Dr Mehar Nigar from IAA and Tehmin Syed and Rashid Younis from the Faculty of Administrative Sciences consented to be the judges of the competition. The event started by a speech from the In charge Cultural Society Ms Ahmareen Farah. This was followed by poetry recital and speeches of the contestants. The winners were announced in the end and these were Syed Sohaib (ME) 1st position, Usman Ghani (MBA) and Sapna Javed (Mechatronics) 2nd, and the third prize went to Asad Ejaz (BBA). Ms Adida Hassan, Dean Social Sciences, concluded the ceremony with a short speech thanking the cultural society for arranging the event.
There was a cake cutting ceremony in the end, Students along with the teachers sang "happy teachers day". A flower dedication stall outside the auditorium was the main attraction. Students happily dedicated flowers to their favorite teachers. The president of the Cultural Society Zeeshan (MBA) also presented a big certificate to the Dean Social Sciences (it was poem on teachers). A group photo was taken in the end.
31- Eid Milan Party
Eid is a religious festival for all of the Muslims in any part of the world. Like everywhere in Pakistan Eid is also celebrated with zeal and passion.
Air University also held an event at the end of Ramzan to entertain the new students and named it as Eid Milan party. Its was the first occasion for the new comers to prove their management skills.
The first issue was fund raising because the function was based upon self funding; this issue was very easily resolved because of the good communication and impressive co-ordination between the students.
Finally the day came the first thing to do was decorate the stalls and it was done in a fantastic manner using broad and chromatic ribbons and also using a bunches of distinctive balloons. At exactly 11.30 the party just started, the most popular stall was that of song dedication first to the teachers and than to the fellow students. It was a great fun the requests were more and the time was less. All the students of all the departments seemed to adore our party as they were dancing and really enjoying the music. There were some talented students who also sang live. Another stall which attracted students was that of flower dedication, there were stalls of eatables including Biryani, desserts and salads all home made.
HATS OFF TO THE CULTURAL SOCIETY AND THE BBA DEPARTMENT WHO MADE THIS EVENT POSSIBLE WITH THEIR UNTIRING EFFORTS"..AIR UNIVERSITY IS THE BEST"!!!
32- Career Counselling Workshop
To enable first-hand experience regarding requirements and demands of the corporate world and help ascertain the trends of a very turbulent job market, speakers from corporate organizations were invited for this workshop.
Mr. Zaeem Yaqoob Khan, Director of University Relations, Rozee.pk gave a short presentation of major job portals available and on how the students can enhance their job seeking skills.
Mr. Syed Ijlal Haider, VP Marketing & Business Development, Zigron Inc.
talked about the interview skills and selection process currently being preferred by corporate employers.
Mr. Mansoor Adenwala, Managing Advisor & Business Head NORTH, BusinessBeam Pvt. LTD talked about the trends and practices currently being followed by various employers.
Before the conclusion of workshop, a short question answer session was held to answer the related queries of the students
33- New Students Orientation Fall 2009
Orientation secession for newly admitted students, parents and guardians was held on Friday, August 28, 2009.
Vice Chancellor of the University, Dr. Ijaz Ahmed Malik, Air Cdre (Retd), along with Dr Zafar Ullah Koreshi, Sr.Dean, and Dr. Khald M. Tahir DG, Institute of Avionics& Aeronautics (IAA) welcomed the parents/guardians.
In his address, the worthy Vice Chancellor welcomed the parents/guardians.
After the address, the Vice Chancellor, Sr. Dean, and DG IAA answered the questions of parents regarding the next four years of their wards, education at Air University.
Students also met with the staff of their respective departments, including Chair Departments, teaching faculty and administrative staff and received briefings about degree program and AU Policies and Procedures. Students were informed about various services and facilities available to them and how to utilize them. These services/facilities include transportation facility, IT Resources, Library, Sports facilities, clubs and societies, psychological counselling and emergency medical help.
Students also received Students Handbooks, Academic Calendars, student ID Cards, and Parking Stickers.
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34- Chief of Air Staff/Chairman BOG Visits Air University
The Chairman Board of Governors (BOG), Air Chief Marshal Rao Qamar Suleman; NI (M), S Bt, Chief of Air Staff (CAS) PAF paid his introductory visit, as Chairman BOG, to the Air University, Islamabad on Thursday, August 20th, 2009. He was accompanied by the Member of the BOG, Air Vice Marshal Syed Athar Bukhari; SI (M), S Bt, Deputy Chief of Air Staff (Training).
The Vice Chancellor, Dr. Ijaz Ahmed Malik, Air Cdre (Retd.) SI(M) welcomed distinguished guests and introduced them to senior members of faculty and administration. Since it was his first visit as the Chairman BOG/CAS, a comprehensive briefing was presented to him about the University; including brief history, present academic/administrative programs, and future development plans. The Chief of Air Staff was very impressed with the reputation and progress accomplished by the University in a very short span of time. He emphasised that the primary role of the universities is to expand the frontiers of higher learning by not only disseminating but also creating knowledge.
After the presentation, the Chairman BOG/CAS and Member BOG, alongwith the Vice Chancellor, undertook a short visit of the campus. The Vice Chancellor took the guests to the University central library and various engineering and computer laboratories. The Chairman was very impressed with the state of the art facilities, specially the engineering laboratories. Before concluding his visit, the Chairman BOG/CAS assured his full support, for the continued growth of the university
35- Kaghan Valley Trip
Air University Adventure Club arranged a trip to various parts of KAGAN Valley for a group of over 150 students, faculty and staff of the university. The Vice Chancellor of the University Dr. Ijaz Malik, Air Cmdr ® send-off the group. For more details click here
36- Journal of Business & Economics (JBE)
Air University announces launch of its first issue of Journal of Business and Economics (JBE) in November 2009.
JBE is aimed to be a high quality, scholarly, peer-reviewed journal. It shall serve the purpose of publishing advanced concepts and fundamental research in key fields of business and economics from the perspective of current scholarly work conducted in leading universities and research institutions. JBE is led with a vision to disseminate current theoretical and empirical issues in domestic and international context. The journal shall enlighten its readership covering academicians and practitioners and provide a venue for publication of inquiry-led research.
37- Students Offer Energy Solutions for Pakistan at Air University Projects Exhibition
Air university projects exhibition was inaugurated by Muhammad Azam Khan Swati, Federal Minister for Science and Technology. The exhibition featured around 58 projects, highlighting some of the pioneering research that is currently taking place at the campus in the discipline of Mechatronics, Telecom and Electronics Engineering. Projects were displayed at the Air University Exhibition Centre. The AUPE 2009 exhibition had brought together University students and staff, industry members, technology enthusiasts and the general public to celebrate students¿ achievements in using cutting-edge technology, innovation and creativity in real-world practical applications. This exhibition showed a creative touch to the industrial sector of Pakistan. The projects target the various energy solutions for Pakistan like solar power generation employing sterling engine and wind mill power generation .Some projects like Quadcopter were technically advanced and innovative, thus attractive for defense industry. Some projects related to IP phone, WiFi and wireless internet security offer solutions for telecommunication industry. Projects like artificial hand, virtual speaker and automatic vehicle identifier show the elegance of Air University students.
Response of industry was overwhelming; many representatives from various industries were present. This exhibition provided an excellent opportunity to industry managers for talent hunt as well as a look for new ideas for their products.
38- Launching MS In Mathematical Modeling And Scientific Computing
MS in Mathematical Modeling and Scientific Computing aims to train graduates with a strong mathematical background to develop and apply their skills to the solution of real world problems. This program is for candidates with 16 years of education in a related discipline (Math/Physics/EE/ME/MT/AE/CS/SE/IS/CE/IT). The two year program consists of 24 credits of course work followed by 6 credits of research work. The first semester comprises one core course, one course from a module (out of 2 modules), one specialization course and one course from electives (either from MM or CS).
The second semester comprises one core course, one course from already selected module one specialization course and one course from the electives. The third and fourth semesters are dedicated for research thesis.
MS MM & SC is an evening program, classes are conducted between 3-8 pm.
Students may be asked to go through a refresher zero semester of 4 weeks to make up their deficiency.
Each student should have studied the pre-requisite courses defined for each graduate course before taking that course. These pre-requisite courses will be considered non-credit courses but will appear on their transcripts
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39- BE Mechanical Engineering Degree Programme Launched
A four year (8 Semesters) BE Mechanical Engineering Degree Programme is being launched from Fall 2009 by the Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering of Institute of Avionics & Aeronautics (IAA) at Air University Islamabad.
- Initial accreditation and permission to launch the programme has been granted by PEC.
- The Programme conforms to HEC approved curriculum.
- Highly competent foreign qualified PhD faculty.
- State of the art labs with latest machines and experimental equipment.
The BE programme is complemented by industrial linkages and various MOUs with foreign universities of high repute. The focus is on building an all round personality through a mix of education and extracurricular activities. Our broad spectrum BE programme is aimed to develop professional skills in Mechanical Design, Manufacturing & Production, Maintenance & Operations, Automotives, Power Generation, Thermo-Fluids, and other branches of Mechanical Engineering. The BE programme will provide the required knowledge and confidence to the students to excel in the filed of Mechanical Engineering in country and abroad.
The programme is being offered by The Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering at the prestigious Institute of Avionics and Aeronautics (IAA), Air University.
Students with a vision and a strong will to excel are encouraged to apply for the admissions to the programme. Admission call for application to this programme has already been advertised in the local newspapers.
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40- Launching Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering
A four year (8 Semesters) BE Mechanical Engineering Degree Programme is being launched from Fall 2009 by the Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering of Institute of Avionics & Aeronautics (IAA) at Air University Islamabad.
- Initial accreditation and permission to launch the programme has been granted by PEC.
- The Programme conforms to HEC approved curriculum.
- Highly competent foreign qualified PhD faculty.
- State of the art labs with latest machines and experimental equipment.
The BE programme is complemented by industrial linkages and various MOUs with foreign universities of high repute. The focus is on building an all round personality through a mix of education and extracurricular activities. Our broad spectrum BE programme is aimed to develop professional skills in Mechanical Design, Manufacturing & Production, Maintenance & Operations, Automotives, Power Generation, Thermo-Fluids, and other branches of Mechanical Engineering. The BE programme will provide the required knowledge and confidence to the students to excel in the filed of Mechanical Engineering in country and abroad.
The programme is being offered by The Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering at the prestigious Institute of Avionics and Aeronautics (IAA), Air University.
Students with a vision and a strong will to excel are encouraged to apply for the admissions to the programme. Admission call for application to this programme has already been advertised in the local newspapers.
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41- Student Week 2009
The Student Week 2009 is being held at Air University Islamabad from 20th to 24th of April. The student week was opened by the Vice Chancellor Air University Air Cdr ® Dr. Ijaz Malik at a colorful but prestigious ceremony held at the mini sports stadium, Air University E-9 Campus. The Opening ceremony started with march past by the participant students of the sports, athletics and cultural events. Prof. Dr.Kamal Athar, Chair, Department of Electrical Engineering, who is also the convener of the organizing committee, gave an introduction to the events and organization of the Student Week. It was followed by a solemn oath taking ceremony by the participants of the athletics & sports events and the members of the societies of the university. Teams from 5 departments of the university are taking part in 10 sports events for boys, and 7 events for girls. In Addition, there are 10 athletics events for boys and 7 for girls. Ten cultural events comprising Qirat, Naat, Debates, Extempore speeches, Quiz, Bait bazi, Essay writing are also being c ompeted. A Mushaira will also be held on the concluding day in which renowned poets will participate.
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42- The Dawn Education Expo
The Lahore Fair will be on Wednesday and Thursday, February 25/26, 2009 at Perl Continental Hotel.
Islamabad Fair will be on Saturday and Sunday, February 28, and March 01 2009 at Jinnah Convention Center Islamabad.
The AU booth timings will be from 11am to 7pm on both locations. We look forward to seeing you there!
The Dawn Education Expo will be an opportunity to come and meet representatives from Air University’s Teaching faculty, Admin staff, and students to get answers to questions about the available degree and non degree programs at Air University, admission requirements and financial information.
43- Career Development Workshop by Telenor Pakistan Ltd.
Alumni and Placement Office of Air University and Telenor organized a "Career Development Workshop" at the main campus of Air University in Islamabad on Monday February 16, 2009. Graduates of Air University who are currently working at Telenor Pakistan gave a small presentation about the company and its core business/practices. The main speaker was Mr. Faisal Khan, Manager Recruitment for Telenor Pakistan. The speaker talked about the current trends in the job market, qualities recruiters are looking in an idea candidate and how a candidate should prepare for a job interview. After the presentations, there was detailed question/answer secession where students were given example opportunity to have their queries answered.
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44- Skiing Trip to Kalabagh (Nethia Gali)
Adventure Club (AUAA) organized a Skiing trip to Kalabagh (Nathia Gali) for students and staff of Air University on Saturday January 24 2009. A group of around sixty people left the campus on University buses at 0900hrs. The group took the scenic Hassanabdal-Haripur-Abbotabad route to Kalabagh and arrived at the Pakistan Air Force Base Kalabagh at 1300 hrs.
After a short tea break, the group hiked up to famous Green Spot for skiing. For most of the group members, it was their first experience of skiing. Despite the inexperience, every member of the group enjoyed the skiing a great lot. The qualified instructors and staff of Kalabagh base were extremely helpful, especially for the first timers.
After three hours of skiing, the group returned back to base camp where they had their lunch. The group left the Kalabagh camp for university around 1700hrs. For their way back, they decided to take the Nathia Gali-Murree route. The group arrived at University at around 2000hrs.
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45- Talhar - Khanpur Trekking Trip
Adventure Club (AUAA) organized a Trekking trip for students and staff on Saturday January 17th 2009. A group of around twenty people left the Air University campus at 800hrs on Air University bus. The disembarked the bus at Talhar Village (Near Peer Sohawa on Margalla Hills Islamabad). From Talhar Village the group trekked to Khanpur village in four hours.
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46- Blood Collection Drive
Air University and Pakistan Red Crescent Society organized a very successful "on campus" collection campaign on Wednesday, February 11 2009 and Thursday, February 12 2009. A large number of AU Students, Faculty, and staff donated blood during these two days. Audiences
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47- "Human Rights - Enforcements in Pakistan" Lecture by Dr. Faqir Hussain
Air University, Faculty of Social Sciences and Faculty of Administrative Sciences arranged a lecture on "Human Rights - Enforcement in Pakistan" on Thursday, February 11 2009. Secretary, Law and Justice Commission of Pakistan, Dr. Faqir Hussain was the speaker.
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48- Canadian Universities Admissions Information
An information secession regarding the admission process of Canadian University was held on Monday, December 22, 2008 at Air University Islamabad. A large number of students and faculty form all departments and all disciplines attend this secession
Students were informed of higher education (Masters, Ph.D.) opportunities available to them in Canadian Universities Topics covered during the presentation were
I- How to identify an institute and a program that is best fit for you
II-How to apply for admission and what are the important deadlines
III-What are the financial costs, what type of financial assistance is available and how to qualify for it
IV-The process of applying and obtaining a student visa
The presentation was followed by interactive question/answer secession, where students were given ample opportunity to ask questions and had their queries answered
49- COE (W)'s 2nd Convocation
Air University's affiliate institute, College of Education for Women, Peshawar held its 2nd Convocation on 03 November, 2008.
Vice Chancellor Air University, Air Commodore ® Dr. Ijaz A. Malik, SI(M) presided over the ceremony and awarded degrees / diplomas to sixty five (65) Bachelor of Education (B Ed) & Montessori students. Air Vice Marshal Faaiz Amir HI(M), S Bt, Air Officer Commanding NAC, was the Chief Guest at the occasion, who presented the College Crest to the Vice Chancellor. Click here to see Picture
50- New VC Appointed
Dr. Malik has a Ph.D. in Aerodynamics from Cranfiled Institute of Technology, UK. He also has an Aeronautical Engineers Degree and an MS degree in Aeronautical Engineering from U.S. Naval Postgraduate School, Monterey, California, USA
Dr. Malik has over thirty years of Command/Staff/Instructional/Field experience as a Commissioned Officer in Pakistan Air Force (PAF). His professional experience includes: Instructor, Assistant Professor, and Associate Professor at College of Aeronautical Engineering; Training Advisor at Royal Saudi Air Force Technical Studies Institute; Director Weapon System Management at Air Headquarters; Commandant PAF College of Aeronautical Engineering and Managing Director of F-6 Rebuild Factory.
Dr. Malik is a registered Professional Engineer (PEC) and a Chartered Engineer (C. Eng) UK. He has served as Professor and Head of Department Mechanical Engineering at College of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering (E&ME), National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST). He is also the Convener and Member of Higher Education Commission¿s (HEC) Mechanical Engineering Syllabus Review Committee.
51- Air University Projects Exhibition 2008
Air University Projects Exhibition 2008 was held on Monday, June 30th, 2008. During this year exhibition, graduating students from the Faculty of Engineering presented their final year projects to industry representatives, academia and media, both electronics and print.Out of fifty three projects presented by the students of Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering (BE-EE), thirty (30) were from the specialization of Telecommunication while twenty three were from the specialization of Electronics. The students of Bachelor of Engineering in Mechatronics Engineering (BE-MTS) presented fifteen projects.Major organizations like AIRCOM, AJ TEXTILE MILLS, FAUJI FERTILIZER, HASHU GROUP, HUAWEI TECH, KRL, MOBISERVE, OGDCL, OPTIWAVE, PEL, PMO, REDTONE TELECOM, and TELENOR sent their representatives to this year exhibition.Mr. Imtiaz Rastagar, CEO Rastagar Engineering; MD Pakistan Engineering Board, was the Chief Guest of the closing ceremony. In his speech, the chief guest appreciated the efforts of all the students and their faculty supervisors. Before the end of the closing ceremony, top two projects from each specialization were given certificates, shields, and cash awards. Please Click here to view Air University Projects Exhibition 2008 Pictures
52- Two new degree programmes launched
MS in Management Science and Evening MBA programmes are being launched by the Department of Business Administration, Faculty of Administrative Sciences. For complete programmes information, please contact Programme Incharge, Dr. Azam Khan at:
Office Number: 92 51 9262557-9, 9261781, ext. 385
Mobile Number: 0323-511 3151
53- SUPARCO induction
On Friday, April 18, 2008, a large number of final semester students from the programs of Electrical Engineering and Mechatronics Engineering appeared in the On-Campus Test, conducted by SUPARCO for the induction of fresh graduates as "Fresh Engineers". SUPARCO will announce the names of short listed candidates by Friday, April 25, 2008 on its website.
54- Air University Career Fair 2008
The Placement and Alumni Office of the Air University organized a Career Fair for its currently enrolled students, as well as for its former graduates (Alumni), on Wednesday, April 3, 2008. It was attended by large numbers of major national and multination organizations from the industries of engineering, banking, Information Technology, and Telecom.
This Career Fair not only provided an opportunity to the students and graduates of the University to explore the employment possibilities with reputable firms, but also gave the first hand knowledge and information to organizations about the University, its programs, its facilities and its faculties, as well as about its students.
55- Alumni Reunion
The Placement and Alumni Office of Air University is organizing an "Alumni Reunion" at 5:30pm, Wednesday, April 02, 2008. At this reunion, the alumni will have a chance to interact with teachers/management of the University and share their experiences and ideas with fellow alumni, faculty, and administration of the University. All graduates of Air University are invited to attend this reunion. For more information, please contact "Placement and Alumni Office" at 051-9263412. or by email placement@mail.au.edu.pk.
56- AU Career Fair 2008
The Placement and Alumni Office of Air University organized a Career Fair for its currently enrolled students, as well as for its graduates (Alumni), on Wednesday, April 3, 2008. It was attended by some of the major national and multination organizations from the industries of engineering, banking, Information Technology, and Telecom.
This Career Fair not only provided an opportunity to students and graduates of the University to explore the employment possibilities with reputable firms, but also gave the first hand knowledge and information to organizations about the University, its programs, its facilities and its faculties, as well as its students.
Following organizations participated in this years "Career Fair"
1. Army Welfare Trust
2. Bank Alfalah
3. Citibank Financial Services
4. Comcept (Pvt.) Ltd.
5. DPS
6. East West Infinity (Pvt.) Ltd.
7. Elixir Technologies
8. Heavy Mechanical Complex
9. Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd.
10. Islamabad Serena Hotel
11. Micronet Broadband (Pvt.) Ltd.
12. Mobilink
13. Mobiserve Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd.
14. Myson Engineering
15. NIB Pak (PICIC Bank)
16. PTCL
17. RWR (Pvt.) Ltd.
18. Schulumberger
19. Standard Chartered Bank
20. TechAccess Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd.
21. Telenor
22. Tripack Films
23. UBL Funds Manager
24. United Stated Education Foundation
25. ZTE
57- Paragliding/Flying in Microlight Aircraft during the Students' Week
Air University arranged Paragliding/Flying in Microlight Aircraft during the Students Week. Students and Faculty Members participated in this activity.
58- Fulbright Advanced Degree Programs Information
Informative handouts about Fulbright Advanced Degree Programs are now available in library
59- Final Year Projects
Air University students, final year projects are available in the library. For the complete list of these projects, please contact Library
Click here to see Pictures60- A Lecture on "From Quarks to Life" by Dr. Pervez Hoodbhoy
Air University Science & Technology Association Presented a series of lectures about the mysteries of the universe. Inauguration lecture by renowned physicist Dr. Pervez Hoodbhoy , Chairman, Department of Physics, Quaid-e-Azam University was on Thursday, 14th February, 2008.
61- Broadband Internet Facility.
The Higher Education Commission has recently signed a MoU with PTCL for the provisioning of Broadband DSL connections to students, faculty members and administrative staff at substantially subsidized rates at their residence. For more information visit following link.
http://www.hec.gov.pk/new/ereforms/Broadband.htm