{"id":8706,"date":"2025-12-25T00:14:20","date_gmt":"2025-12-24T21:14:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/engineering.tiu.edu.iq\/computer\/?p=8706"},"modified":"2026-01-18T02:29:16","modified_gmt":"2026-01-17T23:29:16","slug":"computer-engineering-students-participate-in-daad-supported-project-week-in-germany","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/engineering.tiu.edu.iq\/computer\/computer-engineering-students-participate-in-daad-supported-project-week-in-germany\/","title":{"rendered":"Computer Engineering Students Join DAAD Project Week in Germany"},"content":{"rendered":"

International Digital Heritage Collaboration<\/h3>\n

A delegation of\u00a0seven students and one academic staff member<\/strong>\u00a0from the\u00a0Computer Engineering Department<\/strong>, along with a student from the\u00a0Computer Education Department<\/strong>, participated in an international\u00a0Project Week in Germany<\/strong>\u00a0under the theme “Digitalization of Cultural Heritage<\/strong>.” This visit was conducted within the\u00a0DAAD-supported Project Innovation Hub (PIH) program<\/strong>, organized in close collaboration with\u00a0Brandenburg University of Applied Sciences (THB), Germany<\/strong>, alongside partner universities from Iraq including\u00a0Mosul University<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0University of Thi-Qar<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Three-Year Collaborative Initiative Culmination<\/h3>\n

The Project Week marked the concluding phase of\u00a0three years of collaborative activities<\/strong>\u00a0dedicated to the digital preservation of cultural heritage in crisis-affected regions. In total,\u00a035 students and researchers<\/strong>\u00a0from different regions of Iraq\u2014the north, south, and the Kurdistan Region represented by TIU\u2014joined their German counterparts in Brandenburg, forming\u00a0international and interdisciplinary teams<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Program Core Objectives:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    Strengthening academic cooperation<\/strong>\u00a0between German and Iraqi institutions<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Enhancing applied digital skills<\/strong>\u00a0through hands-on project work<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Fostering cultural dialogue<\/strong>\u00a0through shared academic experiences<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Promoting interdisciplinary collaboration<\/strong>\u00a0across technical and cultural fields<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Providing practical application<\/strong>\u00a0of theoretical digital preservation knowledge<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Hands-On Cultural Heritage Digitalization Work<\/h3>\n

    A central component involved practical work on digitizing the\u00a0historic cloister at the Archaeological Museum in Brandenburg<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

    Advanced Digital Techniques Applied:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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      3D scanning and photogrammetry<\/strong>\u00a0for precise spatial documentation<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Digital documentation<\/strong>\u00a0of tangible heritage elements and structures<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Concept development<\/strong>\u00a0for virtual representation and accessibility<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Content creation and storytelling<\/strong>\u00a0for cultural preservation narratives<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Students expressed deep appreciation for the\u00a0historic architecture and unique atmosphere<\/strong>\u00a0of the site, many experiencing such environments firsthand beyond cinematic representations. This project enabled them to\u00a0translate theoretical knowledge into practical applications<\/strong>, demonstrating how digital technologies can effectively safeguard heritage for future generations.<\/p>\n

      Intensive Academic Program at THB<\/h3>\n

      During the week, students participated in comprehensive workshops and academic sessions hosted on the\u00a0THB campus in Brandenburg an der Havel<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

      Workshop Focus Areas:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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        Digitalization workflows<\/strong>\u00a0specifically for cultural heritage preservation<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Professional use of FARO laser scanner technology<\/strong>\u00a0for precise documentation<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Team-based concept development<\/strong>\u00a0for heritage presentation<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Interim and final presentations<\/strong>\u00a0evaluated by both German and Iraqi professors<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        These activities complemented earlier fieldwork conducted in Iraq, including the\u00a0digital documentation of the UNESCO World Heritage Al-Chibayish Marshes<\/strong>, ensuring continuity between local data collection and international processing and presentation.<\/p>\n

        Cultural Exchange and Social Integration<\/h3>\n

        Beyond academic work, the program placed strong emphasis on meaningful cultural exchange:<\/p>\n

        Joint Activities Included:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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          Visits to Berlin, Potsdam, and the Brandenburg lake district<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Experiences at traditional German Christmas markets<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Informal networking<\/strong>\u00a0and teamwork across cultural boundaries<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Social integration opportunities<\/strong>\u00a0fostering international friendships<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          The program concluded with a\u00a0joint Christmas dinner at the shipyard<\/strong>\u00a0and a\u00a0formal reception at the Iraqi Embassy in Berlin<\/strong>\u00a0hosted by the Iraqi Ambassador, underscoring the diplomatic and cultural significance of this collaborative initiative.<\/p>\n

          Outcomes and Future Collaboration<\/h3>\n

          The successful completion of the Project Week highlighted the\u00a0strong partnership between German institutions and TIU<\/strong>\u00a0while reaffirming the critical role of digital technologies in preserving cultural heritage. Participants gained\u00a0valuable international experience, technical competencies, and intercultural skills<\/strong>\u00a0that will benefit their academic and professional development.<\/p>\n

          Building on this success, partner universities have expressed\u00a0commitment to continuing collaboration<\/strong>\u00a0in the future, further expanding opportunities for students and staff in the fields of\u00a0digital heritage, innovation, and sustainable development<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

          Keywords:<\/strong>\u00a0DAAD Project, Cultural Heritage Digitalization, International Collaboration, Brandenburg University, 3D Scanning, Academic Exchange, Digital Preservation, Intercultural Learning<\/p>\n\n\t\t