The Communications and Networks Engineering (CME) Department at Prince Sultan University successfully hosted its Open Day on February 2-3, 2025, welcoming students to explore academic programs, cutting-edge research, student activities, and upcoming competitions. The event, organized by the Student Activity Committee (SAC), provided a comprehensive insight into the department’s vision, mission, and hands-on learning opportunities.
Day 1: Academic Insights, Research Presentations, and IEEE for
Students
The event commenced with an opening speech by Dr. Mourad Rizk,
Chair of the Student Activity Committee (SAC), highlighting the department’s
commitment to innovation, academic excellence, and student empowerment.
Following
this, Dr. Moustafa Nasralla, Chairman of the CME Department, led a detailed
presentation covering the Electrical Engineering (EE) curriculum, vision,
mission, study plan, and faculty expertise. Attendees were also introduced to
the department’s state-of-the-art laboratories, including:
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Digital Systems & Electronics
Laboratory
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Communication & Networks
Laboratory (PLC Automation – Sponsored by Schneider)
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Power Electronics & Machines
Laboratory
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Renewable Energy Laboratory (REL) –
Presented by Dr. Mahmoud Elmorshedy
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Smart Systems Engineering Laboratory
(SSEL) – Presented by Dr. Haleem Farman
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Electromagnetics Research Group
(EMG) – Presented by Dr. Walid Dyab
Students also had the opportunity to learn about professional
organizations. Dr. Mahajan Sagar Bhaskar delivered an informative session on
IEEE for Students, explaining the benefits of IEEE membership, networking
opportunities, and technical resources.
Additionally, Kareem Shahadah, President of the EETech Club,
provided a brief introduction about the club’s mission and role in promoting
student engagement and technical development.
🏅 Student
Recognition Ceremony
The student recognition ceremony honored students for their
academic excellence and extracurricular achievements:
🏅 Dean’s List Honorees: Khalid Abodeyah, Saleh Adham, and
Abdullah Alshalan were recognized for their outstanding academic performance.
🏅 Jahyzia Exam Participants: Saud Ibrahim Alsaif, Ali
Alremal, Rakan Alshahrani, Ahmad Alhomsi, Abdulrahman Gherbal, and Mohammed
Jalal Mohammed Al-Sarawi were acknowledged for their commitment and dedication.
🏅 Award-Winning
Student: Baraa Alsalama was honored for winning the King Abdulaziz
University Student Film Festival.
Technical Workshops & Upcoming Competitions
Eng. Sivakumar Selvam, Co-Chair of the SAC, introduced students to
upcoming workshops and competitions, emphasizing their importance in developing
technical skills and real-world engineering applications.
Day 2: Research Lab Tours – Hands-On Exploration
The second day focused entirely on interactive Research Lab Tours,
where students engaged in live demonstrations and explored ongoing research
projects in areas such as PLC, smart systems, renewable energy, and
electromagnetics.
This experience bridged the gap between theory and practical
engineering applications, reinforcing the department’s role as a hub for
technology-driven learning and research.