Dr. Eng. Ahmad Al-Hasan
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A professor in the Department of Structural Engineering at the Faculty of Civil Engineering, Arab International University, and one of the prominent academic figures in the field of structural engineering in Syria and the Arab world, possessing scientific and practical experience spanning over six decades.
He earned his Doctorate in Structural Engineering from Trinity College Dublin, Ireland, in 1975, after obtaining a Master's degree and a Diploma in Engineering Mathematics from the same institution, and prior to that a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from Cairo University in 1964. His early research addressed advanced topics in structural behavior, including non-linear analysis of slabs, the study of plasticity in structures, and the use of modern composite materials.
He began his academic career at the University of Damascus, where he progressed through the academic ranks from teaching assistant to professor and served as Head of the Structural Engineering Department. During this period, he contributed to the development of curricula and taught a wide range of basic and advanced courses, such as structural analysis, reinforced concrete, steel structures, high-rise structures, and their behavior under seismic effects. He also supervised numerous master's and doctoral theses addressing contemporary topics in structural behavior, cracks in reinforced concrete, and repair and strengthening techniques.
He is distinguished by a rich and diverse academic output, having authored and co-authored a significant number of university textbooks adopted in engineering faculties, covering topics such as structural theories, structural analysis using matrix methods, structural mechanics, and composite structures. These works have become essential references for civil engineering students in Syrian universities.
In the field of scientific research, he has published several papers in peer-reviewed journals, focusing on advanced topics such as:
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Study of the corrosion behavior of phosphate-treated reinforcing steel in a solution simulating concrete pore water
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Effect of internal factors in concrete on the corrosion of reinforcing steel in reinforced concrete structures
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Investigations on hydrogen embrittlement of phosphate-treated concrete reinforcing steel for corrosion protection
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Review of modern research and techniques for improving the structural response of buildings
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Testing of an exterior beam-column joint model made of reinforced concrete under cyclic loading
He has also participated in numerous Arab and international scientific conferences and symposia, presenting research on pivotal issues in structural engineering, most notably:
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Assessment and treatment of cracks in concrete structures
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Seismic effects on buildings and methods for designing earthquake-resistant structures
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Strengthening and rehabilitation of existing structures and improving their performance
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Study and development of local materials for use in construction
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Economic analysis of different construction methods
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The link between seismic design and engineering insurance systems
His scientific contributions have extended to the applied and standardization fields, where he played a pivotal role in preparing and developing numerous Syrian and Arab engineering codes, particularly the Syrian-Arab Code for the Design and Execution of Reinforced Concrete Structures and its appendices, in addition to codes related to earthquakes, foundations, retaining walls, and steel structures. He also participated in the preparation of the Unified Arab Code for Earthquake Resistance.
Professor Ahmad Al-Hassan continues his academic activity at the Arab International University, where he holds the position of Professor and Head of the Structural Engineering Department, teaching specialized courses and supervising graduation projects, especially in the fields of structural design, earthquake resistance, and building rehabilitation.
In addition to his academic activity, Dr. Al-Hassan has held numerous professional and consultancy positions, has been an active member of the Syrian Engineers Syndicate where he chaired and served on several scientific and engineering committees, and has contributed to the development of engineering education and engineer qualification standards.
Email-address: ah-hasan@aiu.edu.sy
