The Industrial Engineering Program at Northern Border University continues to prioritize community engagement as a core part of its mission. Through various training programs, lectures, and workshops, the department seeks to address pressing community needs, enhance knowledge dissemination, and contribute to sustainable development by offering specialized expertise in key areas of industrial engineering.
For example, during the first semester of the 2024/2025 academic year, the department organized a series of activities and training sessions covering topics such as industrial safety, occupational health, renewable energy applications, and productivity enhancement. These initiatives were designed to strengthen the department’s connection with the local community, support skill development, and encourage adopting sustainable practices.
Community Engagement Activities and Training Courses Conducted by the Industrial Engineering Department (First Semester, 2024/2025)
Community Service | Service Provider | Service Description | Service Goal | Execution Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1. Industrial Safety | Dr. Ahmed Saad Eddine Souissi | Online course on industrial safety for Civil Defense personnel. | A course for Civil Defense staff about industrial safety. | 16-09-2024 |
2. Occupational Health and Safety | Dr. Mamdouh Ibrahim Elamy | In-person/online course for general preparation students and high school students on safety culture and risk management. | To promote safety culture and teach risk management to high school students. | 19-09-2024 |
3. Industrial Engineering Tools for Productivity | Dr. Yehya Ibrahim Mesalam | Online lecture on the importance of industrial engineering tools and how to use them to improve productivity and performance. | The lecture aims to explain various industrial engineering tools, their importance, and their application to improve performance. | 16-11-2024 |
4. Solar Drying of Food Products | Dr Mohamed Sassi Iftirich | Online lecture on the importance of renewable energy in modern industries and its use in drying food and medical products. | The lecture aims to increase knowledge about renewable energy benefits and encourage its adoption to reduce reliance on traditional energy sources. | 28-11-2024 |
5. Fundamentals of Industrial Engineering | Dr. Ahmed Saad Eddine Souissi | In-person/online course for general preparation students and high school students introducing industrial engineering and its importance in modern industries. | To introduce industrial engineering as a field and highlight its importance in modern industries. | 02-12-2024 |
6. Introduction to Lean Manufacturing | Dr. Yehya Ibrahim Mesalam | Online lecture on lean manufacturing and how to apply lean manufacturing principles in various companies and factories. | The lecture aims to explain lean manufacturing concepts, different types of waste, and how to eliminate waste to improve performance. | 10-12-2024 |
7. Industrial Robotics | Dr. Mamdouh Ibrahim Elamy | In-person/online course for general preparation students and high school students, including a visit to laboratories. | To introduce the field of industrial engineering and its importance in modern industries. | 12-12-2024 |
8. Risk Management | Dr. Mouloud Mebarek Aoudia | Providing a course for high school students on risk management. | To enhance safety culture and teach risk management to high school students. | 23-12-2024 |