Lifelong Learning Report

NILOY QUADIRI
ID: 20-42015-1
Department
Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Capstone Group:
2023.1.7

Supervisor:

Dr. Md. Saniat Rahman Zishan

Director, Faculty of Engineering,
Associate Professor, Department of EEE & CoE
American International University-Bangladesh

Submission Date:
6th September, 2023

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 Report on the seminar
“Dr. Anwarul Abedin Lecture Series:
“Advancing Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH)
through ICT Solutions.”
Speaker:
Ms. Hasin Jahan
Country Director, WaterAid Bangladesh

On July 25, 2023, the Faculty of Engineering, AIUB organized Dr. Anwarul Abedin's Lecture
Series titled "Advancing Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) through ICT Solutions" in the
Auditorium of AIUB at 3 PM.

The event was inaugurated by (DR. MD. Abdur Rahman, PRO VC, PROFESSOR, FACULTY
OF ENGINEERING), where he said a few words about the implementation of ICT in various
sectors along with Water, Sanitation and Hygiene. Following that, the keynote speaker, Ms.
Hasin Jahan, (Country Director, Water Aid Bangladesh), was warmly welcomed by the audience.

Here, she explained,

 Data Management and Monitoring
 Mobile Applications, Smart Water Management
 Modernized Public Toilets
 Technological Advancement
 The Public Toilet App and its features
 Menstrual Health and Hygiene Management
 Ananya-The MHM App and its features
 Water and its applications
 Integrated Municipal Information System
 Area-based water tariff model

All these things are implemented by Water Aid Bangladesh. The keynote speaker also shared a
link to the 'Wash Innovation Contest ' among around 70 event participants. Then, a short Q&A
session was held for the participants. At the end of the speech our honorable Dr. ABM Siddiq
Hossain, (Professor & Dean, Faculty of Engineering, AIUB) shared a few words and then handed
over a token of appreciation and gift to the speaker.

In that seminar, some questions were asked by the students,

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 How can ICT solutions help improve access to clean water in remote areas?
Ans. ICT solutions can enable remote monitoring of water sources, detect leakages, and
optimize water distribution systems, ensuring a more reliable supply of clean water

 How can governments and NGOs collaborate to advance WASH through ICT solutions?
Ans. Governments can provide policies and funding, while NGOs can develop and
implement ICT projects. Collaboration can ensure effective deployment and scalability.

 Can ICT solutions help in disaster response and recovery related to water and sanitation?
Ans. Yes, ICT tools can be crucial in disaster management by providing real-time
information on water and sanitation needs, coordinating relief efforts, and assessing
damage.

At the end of the seminar, a group photograph was taken by all in attendance.

Fig 1. Seminar Poster

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 Report on the seminar
Dr. Anwarul Abedin Lecture Series on
“Electric Vehicle – Challenges and Opportunities”
Distinguished speaker:
Prof. Akhtar Kalam
Deputy Chair – Academic Board, Engineering Institute of Technology (EIT), Melbourne,
Australia

On August 17, 2023 (Thursday), the Department of EEE, Faculty of Engineering (FE), AIUB
organized Dr. Anwarul Abedin lecture series on "Electric Vehicle – Challenges and
Opportunities" in the Auditorium of AIUB at 11 AM. The seminar was organized in honor of
AIUB’s visionary Founder Chairman Dr. Anwarul Abedin who catalyzed substantial
transformation in the educational sector of the country.

The distinguished speaker Prof. Akhtar Kalam (Deputy Chair - Academic Board, Engineering
Institute of Technology (EIT), Melbourne, Australia) was warmly welcomed by the audience.
The seminar was on the possible impact of Electric Vehicles (EV) on modern society, the factors
impeding the widespread adoption of the technology across the world, and the future scope of
research in this area. At the beginning of his engaging talk, Prof. Kalam discussed the factors
that provide incentives for research on electric vehicles.

He listed the biggest challenges that modern society currently faces, such as environmental
pollution, high cost of energy, explosive population growth, etc. Following a short interactive
session with the audience about the impact of EVs on the electricity sector, Prof. Kalam
discussed how EVs are different from fuel-based vehicles and provided a summary of the various
categories of EVs. He listed the factors that play into the purchasing decisions of users, such as
vehicle price, operating price (fuel price vs. electricity price), green credentials, vehicle range,
charging infrastructure, etc. Prof. Kalam drew attention to the fact that despite being more
expensive up front, electric vehicles are cheaper in the long run due to lower cost per unit
distance. He informed the audience about the Vehicle to Grid (V2G) scheme employed in
Australia and discussed prospects for the eventual implementation of the Vehicle to Everything
(V2X) scheme.

After Prof. Kalam’s talk, Mr. Rolf Baum (International Recruitment Manager, Campus Manager
Melbourne, EIT) encouraged students to work closely with industry to enrich themselves
professionally and create a positive social impact for Bangladesh.

At the end of the program, Prof. Dr. Md. Abdur Rahman (Pro Vice-Chancellor, AIUB)
concluded the session with his closing remarks and handed over a token of appreciation to the
distinguished speaker.
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Fig 2. Seminar Poster

Fig 3. Seminar Picture

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 Report on the Seminar
“Making Future Engineers through Research & Industry
Engagement”
Dr. Sabuj Mallik
(Head of Engineering Discipline, University of Derby, UK)

On August 10, 2023, the AIUB Community of Engineering Students (ACES) organized a
seminar titled “Making Future Engineers through Research & Industry Engagement” which
was supported by the Faculty of Engineering, AIUB. This significant program was held in
the Multipurpose Hall, Building-D of American International University-Bangladesh (AIUB)
and the program started at 11:00 AM. The purpose of the seminar was to provide an
overview of future engineers, research cultivates innovation, problem-solving, and critical
thinking skills, enabling them to advance technology and tackle complex challenges.
The event was instructed by Dr. Sabuj Mallik (Head of Engineering Discipline, University of
Derby, UK) who was today's speaker. Here he discussed some examples like an industrial
project focusing on the re-design of a bag sealing machine, an industrial project linked to
energy management in electric rail, and partnering with industry in curriculum development.
He spoke about working with We Seal - Machine design & and manufacture, project
summary, required engineering knowledge, and skills, and discussed how the students will
benefit from this. The seminar may emphasize the importance of integrating research
activities into engineering education. This integration can foster critical thinking, problem-
solving skills, and innovation among students.
One of the main objectives was to prepare engineering graduates who are industry-ready.
This involves equipping students with not only technical knowledge but also soft skills,
teamwork, and communication abilities. In summary, this seminar likely aims to explore how
universities and engineering programs can better prepare students for engineering careers by
integrating research, hands-on experiences, and strong ties with industry partners. The goal is
to produce well-rounded, industry-ready engineers capable of addressing real-world
challenges.
He gave some proposed solutions like energy recovery through regenerative braking, energy
from wind and solar photovoltaic (PV) energy systems & and energy storage systems (ESS):
Flywheel, battery, and Super capacitor. Furthermore, he discussed the nuclear skills academy
(Opened 26 September 2022 Infinity Park, Derby) & intended outcomes of partnerships.
Then, a short Q&A session was held for the participants. Finally, Dr. Mohammad Abdul
Mannan (Professor Director, Faculty of Engineering, and AIUB) gave the closing ceremony
speech.

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 Dr. Md. Saniat Rahman Zishan (Associate Professor Director, Faculty of Engineering,
AIUB) and Dr. Mohammad Abdul Mannan (Professor Director, Faculty of Engineering,
AIUB) concluded the seminar by thanking the speaker and presenting a token of appreciation
to the speaker. At the end of the seminar, a group photograph was taken by all in attendance.

Fig 4. Seminar Poster

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 Report on the Seminar
“3D Silicon Sensors, Solution to the high radiation
environment as the innermost tracker of the ATLAS
detector”
Speaker: Dr. Md Arif Abdulla Samy
Designation Post-Doctoral Researcher, TIFPA-INFN
Research Associate, CERN

On July 16, 2023, the AIUB Community of Engineering Students (ACES) organized a seminar
titled "3D Silicon Sensors, Solution to the high radiation Environment as the Innermost Tracker
of the ATLAS detector." which was supported by the Faculty of Engineering, AIUB. The
program started at 4:00 PM with 40 pre-registered participants at Annex 3 (Room No. 3208),
AIUB. The purpose of the seminar was to provide an overview of the ATLAS detector, Silicon
sensor, 3D sensor, particle, and radiation detector.
The event was inaugurated by Prof. Dr. ABM Siddique Hossain (Professor, Dean, Faculty of
Engineering, AIUB), where he discussed the importance and present day’s scenario about nuclear
science, and material science and provided insights on the working field of CERN. Following
that, the keynote speaker, Dr. Md Arif Abdulla Samy (Post-Doctoral Researcher, TIFPA-
INFN, Research Associate, CERN), was warmly welcomed by the audience.

He began his speech by providing a brief knowledge about the ATLAS Detector and the institute
that researches ATLAS, CERN (European Organization for Nuclear Research). Also, he
explained how the 3D sensors work, their design, sensor, and wafer layout.
Also, other key features of the seminar were,
 Understanding the High-Radiation Environment
 Sensor Performance and Calibration
 Integration with ATLAS Detector
 Safety Protocols and Procedures
 Adapting to Technological Advancements
 Innovation and Problem Solving
Then, a short Q&A session was held for the participants. DR. MD. Saniat Rahman Zishan
(Associate Professor Director, Faculty of Engineering, AIUB) concluded the seminar by
thanking the speaker and presenting a token of appreciation to the speaker.

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At the end of the seminar, a group photograph was taken by all in attendance.

Fig. 5. Seminar Banner

Fig. 6. Seminar Picture

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 Report on the Workshop
“Research Methodology”
Speaker
Dr. Tanbir Ibne Anowar

On July 19, 2023 (Wednesday), at Multipurpose Hall, D-Building, AIUB, the Faculty of
Engineering, AIUB hosted a workshop with a focus on "Research Methodology." There were 70
attendees when the program started at 4 p.m. The main theme of "Research Methodology" was to
highlight the importance of research and the optimum way to start researching any subject
matter.
In Introductory remarks, Dr. Tanbir Ibne Anowar, Associate Professor, Faculty of Engineering,
AIUB, highlighted the significance of Research. He inspired the participants and ensured that a
well-designed research methodology is fundamental for achieving meaningful and reliable
results and contributes to the advancement of knowledge in a particular field of study. He talked
about the key points after a brief discussion on “Research Design, Research Participants or
Subjects, Data Collection Methods, Data Analysis, Limitations and Publications."
Following that, the session was completed by Dr. Md. Abdul Mannan (Associate Dean), Faculty
of Engineering, AIUB who expressed gratitude to the speaker and presented him with a
certificate of appreciation. At 6:00, the session was concluded with a group photograph.
Some basic understanding was,

 Types of Research

 Research Design

 Literature Review

 Research Ethics

 Data Collection Methods

 Sampling Techniques

 Data Analysis

 Research Instruments

 Research Proposal

 Research Reporting and Communication

 Case Studies and Practical Examples

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Fig 7. Workshop Picture

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 Report on the Workshop
“Project Management”
Speaker
Rethwan Faiz
Assistant Professor, EEE, FE

On July 23, 2023, at Multipurpose Hall, D-Building, AIUB, the Faculty of Engineering, AIUB
hosted a workshop with a focus on “Project Management “There were 65 attendees when the
program started at 4 p.m. The main theme of "Research Methodology" was to highlight the
importance of research and the optimum way to start researching any subject matter.
In Introductory remarks, Rethwan Faiz, Assistant Professor, Faculty of Engineering, AIUB,
highlighted the significance of project management. He inspired the participants and ensured that
a well-designed Project management is fundamental for achieving meaningful and reliable
results and contributes to the advancement of knowledge in a particular field of study. He talked
about the key points after a brief discussion on “Project Design, Project Subjects, Data
Collection Methods, Data Analysis, Limitations and Publications." Following that, the session
was completed by Dr. Md. Abdul Mannan (Associate Dean), Faculty of Engineering, AIUB who
expressed gratitude to the speaker, and the session was concluded with a group photograph.
The basic understanding from the workshop was,
The seminar emphasized that successful project management hinges on clear, transparent, and
continuous communication with team members, stakeholders, and clients. Understanding the
need for concise project objectives, scope definitions, and well-defined roles and responsibilities
was eye-opening. Moreover, learning how to actively engage and manage expectations among
stakeholders while keeping them informed about project progress and potential risks proved
invaluable. This knowledge highlighted the critical role communication plays in not only
ensuring project success but also fostering collaboration, trust, and a sense of ownership among
all involved parties.

Fig 8. Workshop picture

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 Report on the Workshop
“Formatting Capstone Thesis Book, Poster & Summary”
Speaker:
Dr. Md. Rifat Hazari, MIEB, MIEEE
Deputy Director, Dr. Anwarul Abedin Institute of Innovation
Department of EEE, FE, AIUB

On July 23, 2023, at Multipurpose Hall, D-Building, AIUB, the Faculty of Engineering, AIUB
hosted a workshop with a focus on “Project Management “There were 65 attendees when the
program started at 4 p.m. The main theme of "Research Methodology" was to highlight the
importance of research and the optimum way to start researching any subject matter.
In Introductory remarks, Dr. Md. Rifat Hazari, MIEB, MIEEE, Deputy Director, Dr. Anwarul
Abedin Institute of Innovation, Faculty of Engineering, AIUB, highlighted the significance of
thesis book, poster and summary. He inspired the participants and how to conduct those in a
professional way and how we can generate reliable results and contribute to the advancement of
knowledge in a particular field of study. He talked about the key points after a brief discussion.
Following that, the session was completed by Dr. Md. Abdul Mannan (Associate Dean), Faculty
of Engineering, AIUB who expressed gratitude to the speaker, and the session was concluded
with a group photograph.
The basic understanding from the workshop was,
I learned how proper formatting can enhance the readability and impact of my work, ensuring
that the content is not only comprehensive but also aesthetically pleasing. This experience also
highlighted the significance of consistency in design elements, from fonts and headings to
spacing and margins, which greatly contributed to the overall professionalism of the documents.
Moreover, I gained insights into adapting my content for different purposes, such as the detailed
book for academic audiences, the concise summary for quick comprehension, and the visually
compelling poster for presentation. This skill set not only enhances the effectiveness of my
Capstone but also prepares me for effective communication in diverse academic and professional
settings.
In addition, the formatting process taught me valuable time management and organizational
skills. Meeting the guidelines and deadlines for each component of my Capstone project required
careful planning and prioritization. I learned to use various software tools efficiently, optimizing
my workflow for formatting and design. The iterative process of revising and refining the
content and layout taught me the importance of seeking feedback and making continuous
improvements. Overall, the experience of formatting my Capstone Thesis Book, Poster, and
Summary not only refined my technical skills but also instilled a sense of pride and
accomplishment as I witnessed my research come to life in a visually appealing and well-
organized manner, ready to be shared with a broader audience.

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Fig 9. Workshop poster

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 Report on the Workshop
“Microsoft Exel”
Speaker:
Abir Ahmed
Assistant Professor & Special Assistant [EEE]

AIUB Community of Engineering Students-(ACES) organized a workshop titled "Skill

Development Workshop on Microsoft Excel." on February 23, 2023. The Microsoft Excel
seminar provided me with significant insights into harnessing the power of this versatile
spreadsheet tool. I learned how to streamline data management and analysis by mastering
advanced functions, pivot tables, and data visualization techniques.

Additionally, the seminar emphasized the importance of data integrity and organization, ensuring
that spreadsheets are error-free and easy to navigate. Learning about time-saving shortcuts and
automation features opened my eyes to the efficiency gains Excel can offer, which will
undoubtedly enhance my productivity in various professional and personal tasks. The seminar
underscored the value of ongoing learning in leveraging Excel's capabilities, making it an
indispensable tool for data-driven decision-making and problem-solving in today's digital age.

Furthermore, the seminar delved into the collaborative potential of Excel through shared
workbooks and online collaboration platforms like Microsoft 365. Understanding how to
collaborate in real-time with colleagues on complex spreadsheets not only enhances teamwork
but also boosts productivity. Additionally, the seminar highlighted Excel's role in data analysis,
from conducting basic calculations to performing advanced statistical analyses.

These newfound skills empower me to extract meaningful insights from data sets, aiding in
informed decision-making and strategic planning. Overall, the Microsoft Excel seminar served as
a valuable investment in my digital literacy, equipping me with practical skills that are
immediately applicable in both professional and personal contexts.

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Fig 10. Workshop Poster

Fig 11. Workshop Picture

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