The Dean of Iraq University College, Professor Dr. Jassim Mohammed Salman, chaired today, Wednesday, September 9, 2026, the committee for the defense of the Master’s thesis entitled:
“Optimization of Operation Conditions for Enhancing the Performance of Three-Phase Separators”
submitted by the student Zahraa Yahya Amer from the Department of Thermal Mechanics / Engineering Technical College – Southern Technical University, in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the Master’s degree in Thermal Mechanical Engineering.

The defense featured a scientific presentation addressing the application of Design of Experiments and Response Surface Methodology (DOE-RSM) to determine the optimal operating conditions for achieving the highest efficiency of the three-phase separator used at the West Qurna oil field. The committee also discussed the scientific and practical findings reached by the researcher and provided academic comments and recommendations aimed at further developing the research work.

The defense committee consisted of:
• Professor Dr. Jassim Mohammed Salman / Iraq University College / Chair.
• Professor Aqeel Mohammed Ali Murad / Southern Technical University – Engineering Technical College, Basra / Member and Supervisor.
• Dr. Amjad Ahmed Ali / Southern Technical University – Engineering Technical College, Basra / Member.
• Professor Dr. Adnan Abdullah Atiq / Southern Technical University – Engineering Technical College, Basra / Member and Supervisor.
• Assistant Professor Dr. Maher Talib Abdul-Zahra / Southern Technical University – Engineering Technical College, Basra / Member and Supervisor.

The defense was attended by the Dean of the Engineering Technical College – Basra, Assistant Professor Dr. Nawras Jameel Jassim, along with a number of faculty members and students.

Following an extensive academic discussion of the findings and proposals presented in the thesis, the committee commended the effort devoted to preparing the thesis and decided to award the student a Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering Technology Sciences / Thermal Mechanics with a grade of Very Good.

The post Dean of Iraq University College Chairs a Master’s Thesis Defense Committee at the Engineering Tech College appeared first on Iraq University College (IUC).

The ceremony was attended by the Deputy Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research for Scientific Research Affairs, Prof. Dr. Haider Abd Dhahad; the Deputy Governor of Basrah; a number of university presidents and college deans; academic and teaching staff; and directors general. A distinguished group of researchers and professors were honored in recognition of their scholarly efforts in supporting the advancement of scientific research and strengthening academic excellence.

The post Dean of Iraq Uni College Attends University of Basrah’s Distinguished Researchers Honoring Ceremony appeared first on Iraq University College (IUC).

On Wednesday, 19 August 2026, a delegation from Iraq University College visited Universiti Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

The delegation was headed by the Dean of Iraq University College, Prof. Dr. Jassim Mohammed Salman, and included Dr. Abdulwahab Issa Hamza, Director of Scientific Affairs and Cultural Relations, and Dr. Mahmoud Al-Haddad from the Scientific Affairs and Cultural Relations Division.

During the visit, the delegation met with the university’s senior officials responsible for academic affairs, cultural relations, and scientific research.

A comprehensive scientific and academic cooperation agreement was signed between the two institutions. The agreement encompasses several areas of collaboration, including a programme for hosting postgraduate students nominated by Iraq University College, as well as cooperation in research and development (R&D).

The post Iraq University College Explores Prospects for Academic Cooperation with UNITEN Malaysia appeared first on Iraq University College (IUC).

On Friday, 14 August 2026, a delegation from Iraq University College visited the Faculty of Engineering at Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

The delegation was headed by Prof. Dr. Jassim Mohammed Salman, Dean of Iraq University College, accompanied by the Director of Scientific Affairs and Cultural Relations.

During the visit, the delegation met with the Dean of the Faculty of Engineering, Dr. Hana Wan, the Director of Research and Development, Dr. Siti Rozmia, and the Director of International Relations, Noor Shafiqah.

The two sides agreed to sign a scientific cooperation agreement in the middle of next week, focusing on postgraduate studies, as well as research and development, with the aim of strengthening academic and scientific cooperation between the two institutions.

The post Iraq University College Explores Prospects for Academic Cooperation with Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) appeared first on Iraq University College (IUC).

On Wednesday, 12 August 2026, a delegation from Iraq University College visited Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The delegation was headed by the Dean of Iraq University College, Prof. Dr. Jassim Mohammed Salman, accompanied by the Director of Scientific Affairs and Cultural Relations.

During the visit, the delegation met with the Dean of the Faculty of Science, Dr. Nor Azwady, and the Deputy Dean for Research and Cultural Relations, Dr. Kamarul Amin.

A memorandum of understanding and cooperation was signed during the meeting. This will be followed, God willing, by the signing of a comprehensive scientific cooperation agreement with the President of Universiti Putra Malaysia at the beginning of next week, in the presence of the Cultural Attaché and the Chargé d’Affaires of the Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in Kuala Lumpur.

The post Iraq University College Explores Prospects for Academic Cooperation with Universiti Putra Malaysia appeared first on Iraq University College (IUC).

During the visit, the two sides agreed to sign a scientific cooperation agreement covering undergraduate and postgraduate studies in academic specializations required by Iraq University College, in addition to cooperation in the fields of training and professional development with the Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport.

The delegation was received by the President of the Academy, H.E. Prof. Dr. Ismail Abdel Ghafar Ismail Farag, along with his assistants for academic, administrative and student affairs, cultural relations, quality and accreditation, as well as the Dean of Registration, the Dean of the College of International Transport and Logistics, and a number of other specialists at the Academy.

The agreement also includes granting Iraq University College exclusive authorization in Iraq for the specializations and academic programs agreed upon by both parties.

The President of the Arab Academy expressed his pleasure with this cooperation, emphasizing that it is expected to bring significant academic and practical benefits to both educational institutions, as well as to Iraq and Egypt.

The post Iraq University College Delegation Visits the Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport in Egypt appeared first on Iraq University College (IUC).

Iraq University College, in cooperation with Al-Basra Satellite Channel, is organizing a specialized training course designed to prepare and qualify television correspondents.

The course will be held on the university campus, starting on Tuesday, 28 July 2026, and will run for three days.

The post Television Correspondent Training Course appeared first on Iraq University College (IUC).

The activity included the participation of:

• Professor Dr. Sajjad Al-Badran – University Psychological and Educational Guidance Unit.

• Dr. Hanaa Mohammed Abdul Razzaq – Student Activities Unit.

• Assistant Lecturer Muntaha Hussein – Women’s Affairs Unit.

• The University Psychological and Educational Guidance Unit is supervised by Dr. Abdul Sajjad.

The participating units are considered among the active units at Iraq University College, contributing effectively to various academic and community initiatives.

This activity comes as part of the college’s commitment to supporting joint activities that contribute to the development of the university environment and strengthen cooperation with educational institutions in Basra Governorate.

The post cooperation between Iraq University College and the Women’s Affairs Unit in Basra appeared first on Iraq University College (IUC).

The examinations were held on Sunday and Monday, 26–27 April, for the academic year 2025–2026, covering second- and third-year students, with the participation of all students from both departments.

This joint examination was organized in implementation of ministerial directives aimed at strengthening scientific cooperation among Iraqi universities and unifying academic standards, thereby contributing to improving the quality of higher education and ensuring the robustness of its outcomes.

The examinations were conducted smoothly with a high level of organization and direct supervision by the relevant examination committees, alongside full adherence to approved regulations and guidelines, reflecting strong readiness and coordination among the participating institutions.

The Dean also conducted an inspection tour of the examination halls, during which he reviewed the progress of the exams. He praised the efforts of the organizing and academic committees and emphasized the importance of this experience in reinforcing academic collaboration and the exchange of expertise between public universities and private colleges, contributing to the development of students’ skills and preparing them for the demands of the labor market.

The post Twinning Program with Public Universities for the Dept of Communication Eng. appeared first on Iraq University College (IUC).

He met with the Dean of the College, Assist. Prof. Dr. Jibran Khalil Hassan, where discussions focused on enhancing scientific and research cooperation and exchanging expertise in a way that supports and advances the academic and practical aspects for students and teaching staff of both institutions and their corresponding colleges.

The post Cooperation agreement between IUC and the University of Basra appeared first on Iraq University College (IUC).