Professional Development Initiative

The Civil Engineering Department of Tishk International University, in collaboration with the Kurdistan Engineering Syndicate, successfully conducted the third round of professional development workshops for 2024 on November 13, 2024. This comprehensive workshop aimed to enhance essential skills for engineers seeking consultant-level advancement.

Workshop Content and Structure

The specialized session covered critical professional development areas:

  • Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) protocols and implementation

  • Engineering Ethics and professional standards

  • Management principles for engineering leadership

Expert Instruction

The workshop featured distinguished speakers:

  • Dr. Barham Haidar Ali, Head of Civil Engineering Department, delivering HSE and Engineering Ethics

  • Engineer Salah al-Din Fakhr al-Din Zandi, Deputy Head of Engineers, presenting Management principles

Professional Impact

Dr. Barham Haidar Ali emphasized: “These professional development workshops are crucial for helping engineers develop comprehensive skills that go beyond technical knowledge, contributing to the enhancement of civil engineering careers in the region.”

Organizational Collaboration

This event demonstrates the ongoing commitment of both institutions to:

  • Advancing professional standards in engineering

  • Supporting career progression for practicing engineers

  • Promoting continuous professional development

  • Strengthening industry-academia collaboration

The successful workshop underscores the shared dedication to excellence in engineering practice and professional growth within the Kurdistan region’s engineering community.

Keywords: Professional Development, Engineering Workshop, Kurdistan Engineering Syndicate, Consultant Promotion, HSE Training, Engineering Ethics, Management Skills, Civil Engineering, TIU Collaboration