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Dr. Muhammad Aslam Uqaili

Dr. Muhammad Aslam Uqaili
Professor
Department of Electrical Engineering,
Mehran University of Eng. & Technology, Jamshoro, Pakistan

Tel# Off: +92 222 771371
Fax: +92 222 772196
Email: [email protected]

Research Interests: Energy Modelling, Energy Policy, Energy Systems, Environment, Combustion, Modeling and Simulation, Power System Management, Quality Education

Personal Profile

I would describe myself as an engineer with varied experience in diversified fields such as energy/demand-side management; renewable energy; combustion studies, environmental studies, computer application and system optimization; project appraisal, supervision and management; policy, planning and implementation of programs and strategies etc.  Although I received my first degree in an engineering discipline, I also passed my masters in economics as a private student. Later on I chose energy studies for my higher education. I received my master’s in combustion and energy from University of Leeds and took energy management field for my Ph.D. thesis, which was related with modeling, policy analysis and market research in the energy sector of Pakistan. My Ph.D. project required design and administration of surveys in order to measure various dimensions of the attitudes and perceptions of the participants which were later used to develop computer models for the analysis of the energy sector of Pakistan and then suggest effective marketing and management strategies.

I am also actively involved in the community related projects and participated in various projects administered by Sindh Rural Support Program a prominent Non governmental Organization, which is focusing on socio economic development and poverty alleviation of poor communities of rural areas. The capacity building activities and training is another area of interest and is actively engaged in these activities in the private and public sector. It was through these activities that I have learned quality management systems and later brought it in our university.

Mehran university is the second public sector university which is ISO 9000 certified. Through this certification the university has gained an image of quality engineering university f the country. I can claim as one of the pioneer member of the team and heading the quality enhancement cell from april 2003 as Management representative. In September 2003 Mehran University was certified by LRQA, an external certification agency and again recertified after three years. The experience of QMS at MUET brought me as Registrar of the university.

At present therefore I am working as a Professor at the Department of Electrical Engineering and Registrar, Mehran University of Engineering & Technology Jamshoro and actively engaged in the management of the university. In the last three year as an active member of the team of the present setup the university had ranked as number one public sector engineering university of the province and only in this year alone more than 25 leading public and private sector organizations had conducted recruitment test at our university.

Furthermore, recently I have visited United States of America under the project of “Science & Technology University Administration” August 27 – September 14, 2007, sponsored by United States Department of State.

The project was aimed to examine the U.S. system of higher education, with a particular focus on science & technology colleges and universities, their structure, administration, rules and regulations, professional training programs, student recruitment processes (domestic and overseas) and support services; and others related with higher education policy and management, Accreditation, faculty development, curriculum development, domestic & international cooperation etc.

Qualifications

  • Ph. D. (Energy Economic/Management), from Leeds University, Leeds University, UK. 1996. Thesis Title: Energy Modeling and Energy Policy in Pakistan

  • M.Sc Combustion and Energy, Center for Combustion and Energy, The University of Leeds, Leeds, UK. 1993

  • M.A. Economics, Sindh University, Jamshoro, Pakistan, 1988


Employment History

  • Professor (September 2000 - present) Department of Electrical Engineering, Mehran University of Engineering and Technology (MUET), Jamshoro, Pakistan

  • Associate Professor, (May1997- September 2000) MUET, Jamshoro 

  • Assistant Professor, (June 1996- May 1997), MUET, Jamshoro

  • Research Assistant/Demonstrator, during study leave (Oct 1992- June1996) Department of Fuel and Energy, University of Leeds, Leeds UK

  • Lecturer (October1987- September 1992), MUET, Jamshoro

  • Electrical Engineer (Trainee) (July 1987- October 1987), AEG Electrical Company, Karachi
     

Professional Membership

  • Pakistan Engineering Council, Islamabad

  • Institute of Electrical & Electronic Engineers of Pakistan, Karachi

  • Institute of Engineers Pakistan, Karachi

  • Pakistan Wind Energy Association, Islamabad

Research Papers and Publications

International Journals

  • Memon, N., Hicks, D. L., Larsen, H. L., and Uqaili, M. A., “Understanding the structure of terrorist networks”, International Journal of Business Intelligence and Data Mining, Volume 2, Number 4, 2007, pp. 401-425  

  • Harijan, K., Uqaili, M. A., Memon, M. D., and Mirza, U.K., “Assessment of Centralized Grid Connected Wind Power Cost in Coastal Area of Pakistan”, Renewable Energy, Vol.34, Issue 2, 2009, pp. 369-373. 

  • Harijan, K., Memon, M.D., Uqaili, M.A., and Mirza, U.K., “Potential Contribution of Ethanol Fuel in the Transport Sector of Pakistan”, Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2009, pp. 291-295.

  • William, A., and Uqaili, M. A., “Sustainable Energy Development”, Chapter in Energy Demand and Planning, 1999, Taylor & Francis.

National Journals

  • Uqaili, M. A., Harijan, K., and Memon, H. R., “Natural Gas Consumption Patterns and Demand Projections for Pakistan”, Mehran University Research Journal of Engineering and Technology, Jamshoro, Pakistan, Vol. 24, Number 4, pp. 297 – 304,  October, 2005.

  • Uqaili, M.A., Memon, M.D., and Harijan, K., “Oil Consumption Trends and Demand Projections for Pakistan”, Mehran University Research Journal of Engineering and Technology, Vol. 24, No. 3, pp.243-250, Jamshoro, Pakistan, July 2005.

  • Harijan. K., Uqaili M. A., Memon M. D., and Meghwar, S. M., “Availability and Utilization Prospects of Renewable Energy Sources for Rural Electrification in Pakistan”, Biannual Research Journal, Grassroots, Vol. No. XXXIII, 2004-2005, pp.95-109, Pakistan Study Centre, University of Sindh, Jamshoro, Pakistan, June 2005.

  • Hashmani, A. A., Uqaili, M. A., and Abro, M. R., “A Thyristor Controlled Phase Shifter Controller for Treatment Stability Enhancement in Power Systems”, Mehran University Research Journal of Engineering and Technology, Jamshoro, Pakistan, April, 2005.

  • Uqaili, M.A., Memon, M.D., and Harijan, K., “Potential, Utilization and Demand Projections of Coal in Pakistan”, Mehran University Research Journal of Engineering and Technology, Vol. 24, No. 1, pp.63-74, Jamshoro, Pakistan, January, 2005.

  • Uqaili, M.A., Harijan, K., and Samo, S.R., “Commercial Energy Consumption Trends and Demand Projections for Pakistan”, Quaid-e-Awam University Research Journal of Engineering, Science & Technology, Vol.5, No.2, pp., 1-8, Nawabshah, Sindh, Pakistan, July-December, 2004.

  • Harijan, K., Uqaili, M. A., and Memon, M. D., “Estimation of the Potential of Biogas Production from Livestock Residue in Pakistan” Mehran University Research Journal of Engineering and Technology, Vol. 23, No. 4, pp.257-266, Jamshoro, Pakistan, October, 2004.

  • Uqaili, M. A., Mirani, M., and Harijan, K., “Hydel Power Generation in Pakistan: Past Trends, Current Status and Future Projections”, Mehran University Research Journal of Engineering and Technology, Vol. 23, No. 3, pp. 207-216, Jamshoro, Pakistan, July, 2004.

  • Mirani, M., Uqaili, M. A., and Baloch, B. H., “Analysis of Electric Safety Situation in HESCO”, Mehran University Research Journal of Engineering and Technology, Vol. 23, No. 3, pp. 217-224, Jamshoro, Pakistan, July, 2004.

  • Harijan, K., Uqaili, M. A., and Mirani, M., “Stress Corrosion Cracking Prevention Using Solar Electricity”, Quaid-e-Awam University Research Journal of Engineering, Science & Technology, Vol.5, No.1, pp.27-36, Nawabshah, Sindh, Pakistan, January-June, 2004.

  • Uqaili, M. A., Harijan, K., and Mirani, M., “Demand Projections and Supply Options for Power Generation in Pakistan”, Mehran University Research Journal of Engineering and Technology, Vol. 22, No. 4, pp. 233-242, Jamshoro, Pakistan, October, 2003.

  • Uqaili, M. A., Memon, M. D., and Mirani, M., “Variation in the loads of Multi State Appliances with changes in Operating Conditions”, Mehran University Research Journal of Engineering and technology, Jamshoro, Vol. 21. No. 3. July 2002.

  • Memon, M.D., and Uqaili, M. A., “Computation of Fluid Flow and Heat Transfer in Sealed Rotating Cavity” Mehran University Research Journal of Engineering and technology, Jamshoro, Vol. 21. No. 2. April 2002.

  • Uqaili, M. A., Mirani, M., and Qureshi, S., “Improving the Effectiveness of DSM Programs, A New Approach to Customer Segmentation”, Quaid-e Awam University Research Journal of Engineering, Science and Technology, Nawabshah, Vol.2 No.1, Jan-December 2001.

  • Unar, M. A., Uqaili, M. A., and Ansari, A. S., “Multi-layer Perceptron Network for Ship Steering Control” Mehran University Research Journal of Engineering and technology, Jamshoro, Vol. 19. No. 2. April 2000.

  • Qureshi, S., and Uqaili, M. A., “Matching DSM technologies and Policies with Customer needs”, Scientific Sindh, Annual Journal of Research, Volume 05. 1998.

  • Burdi, M. K., Memon, S. A., and Uqaili, M. A., “Design and Performance of Power System Fault Locator”, Mehran University Research Journal of Engineering and Technology, Jamshoro, Vol. 16. No. 2. April 1997.

  • Qureshi, S., and Uqaili, M. A., “Energy Management, A Customer Focus”, Scientific Sindh, Annual Journal of Research, Volume 04. 1997.

  • Mastoi, F. H., Uqaili, M. A., and Memon, S. A., “Electrical Power from Ocean Waves”, Journal of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Peshawar, Vol. 14, No. Jan. - Jun. 1995.

International Conference Proceedings

  • Uqaili, M.A., Harijan, K., and Memon, M.D., “Assessment of Solar PV Power Generation Cost in Pakistan”, Proceedings, World Renewable Energy Congress-X, Glasgow, Scotland, UK, July 19-25, 2008. ISBN 978 008 056 8973, published by Elsevier Science Ltd.

  • Harijan, K., Uqaili, M. A., and Memon, M.D., “Potential of Bagasse Based Cogeneration in Pakistan”, Proceedings, World Renewable Energy Congress-X, Glasgow, Scotland, UK, July 19-25, 2008. ISBN 978 008 056 8973, published by Elsevier Science Ltd. 

  • Memon, M.D., Harijan, K., and Uqaili, M.A., “Assessment of Wood Fuel Production Potential in Pakistan”, Proceedings, World Renewable Energy Congress-X, Glasgow, Scotland, UK, July 19-25, 2008. ISBN 978 008 056 8973, published by Elsevier Science Ltd.

  • Uqaili, M.A., Harijan, K., and Memon, M.D., “Potential of Hydrogen Production from Wind Energy in Sindh, Pakistan”, Proc. International Conference on Engineering Technology (ICET2007), University Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia,, December 11-13, 2007.

  • Memon, M.D., Harijan, K., and Uqaili, M.A., “Potential of Solar Home Systems in Pakistan”, Proc. International Conference on Engineering Technology (ICET2007), University Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia,, December 11-13, 2007.

  • Brohi, K.M., Harijan, K., Uqaili, M. A., and Memon, M. D., “Renewable Fuel Alternatives for Transport Sector in Pakistan”, International Conference Renewable Energy for Sustainable Development in the Asia Pacific Region, 04-08 February 2007, at the Esplanade Hotel, Fremantle, Australia. 

  • Uqaili, M.A., Harijan, K., and Memon, M.D., “Prospects of Renewable Energy for Meeting Growing Electricity Demand in Pakistan”, AIP Conf. Proc. Renewable Energy for Sustainable Development in the Asia Pacific Region, October 15, 2007, Volume 941, pp. 53-61.

  • Memon, M.D., Harijan, K., and Uqaili, M.A., “Assessment of Wind Home System's Potential in Coastal Areas of Pakistan”, AIP Conf. Proc. Renewable Energy for Sustainable Development in the Asia Pacific Region, October 15, 2007, Volume 941, pp. 80-89.

  • Harijan, K., Uqaili, M. A., Memon, M. D. and Mirza, U.K., “Potential of Centralized Grid Connected Wind Power in Coastal Area of Sindh, Pakistan”, Proceedings, World Renewable Energy Congress-IX, Florence, Italy, August 19-25, 2006. ISBN 008 44671 X, published by Elsevier Science Ltd. 

  • Uqaili, M. A., Harijan, K., Memon, M. D. and Mirza, U.K., “Potential of Solar Energy for Cooking in Rural Areas of Pakistan”, Proceedings, World Renewable Energy Congress-IX, Florence, Italy, August 19-25, 2006. ISBN 008 44671 X, published by Elsevier Science Ltd. 

  • Memon, M. D., Harijan, K., Uqaili, M. A., and Mirza, U.K., “Potential of Crop Residues as Energy Source in Pakistan”, Proceedings, World Renewable Energy Congress-IX, Florence, Italy, August 19-25, 2006. ISBN 008 44671 X, published by Elsevier Science Ltd. 

  • Harijan. K., Uqaili M. A., and Memon M. D., “Environmental Benefits of Power Generation from Renewable Energy Sources in Pakistan”, Proceedings, International Conference on Environmental Management, Vol.1, pp. 45-52, Jawaharlal Nehru Technical University, Hyderabad, India, October 28-30, 2005.

  • Uqaili M. A., Harijan, K., Memon, M. D., and Panhwar, M. I., “Controlling the Indoor Air Pollution due to Biomass Consumption in the Rural Household Sector of Pakistan”, Proceedings, International Conference on Environmental Management, Vol.3, pp. 239-243, Jawaharlal Nehru Technical University, Hyderabad, India, October 28-30, 2005.

  • Uqaili M. A., Valasai, G. D., and Memon, H. R., “Increasing Demand of Electricity and Role of Coal in Developing Countries”, Proceedings, International Conference on Environmental Management, Vol.1, pp. 38-44, Jawaharlal Nehru Technical University, Hyderabad, India, October 28-30, 2005.

  • Brohi, K. M., Uqaili M. A., Samo, S.R., and Baloch, B. A., “Environmental Problems Related with New Road Network in Pakistan and Implementation of Policies”, Proceedings, International Conference on Environmental Management, Vol.2, pp. 112-119, Jawaharlal Nehru Technical University, Hyderabad, India, October 28-30, 2005.

  • Harijan. K., Uqaili M. A., and Memon, M.D., “Potential of Non Conventional Power Generation Energy Sources in Pakistan”, Proceedings, 5th International R&D Conference, Bangalore, India, 15-18 February, 2005.

  • Uqaili M. A., Harijan. K., Mirani, M. and Memon M. D., “Renewable Energy Technologies for Rural Electrification in Pakistan: Status and Prospects”, Proceedings, Electric Supply Industry in Transition: Issues and Prospects for Asia; An International Conference, AIT, Thailand, 14-16 January, 2004.

  • Uqaili M. A., Harijan. K., and Mirani, M., “Indigenous Energy Source Diversification Options for Power Generation in Pakistan”, Proceedings, Electric Supply Industry in Transition: Issues and Prospects for Asia; An International Conference, AIT, Thailand, 14-16 January 2004.

National Conference Proceedings

  • Shah, M. A., Harijan, K.,  and Uqaili, M.A., “Exploitation of Thar Coal for Meeting Energy Demand in Pakistan”, Paper Presented at Interactive Seminar on “The Energy Crises in Pakistan – Power Generation from Coal – A Major Option”, Organized by Institution of Engineers Pakistan, Karachi Centre in Collaboration with The Federation of Pakistan Chamber of Commerce & Industry, Karachi, April 24, 2008.

  • Harijan, K., Uqaili, M. A., and Memon, M.D., “Renewable Energy for Managing Energy Crises in Pakistan”, Paper Presented at the International Multi Topic Conference (IMTIC '08) Jointly Organized By Mehran University of Engineering & Technology, Pakistan and Aalborg University Esbjerg, Denmark, at Mehran University of Engineering & Technology, Jamshoro, Pakistan, April 11-12, 2008.

  • Harijan, K., Uqaili, M. A., and Memon, M. D., “Potential of Centralized Grid Connected Electricity Generation from Solar Energy in Pakistan”, Proceedings, Second National Conference on “Energy and Environment: Issues, Concerns and Options”, Department of Energy and Environment Engineering, Quaid-E-Awam University of Engineering, Sciences and Technology, Nawabshah, pp. 23-29, .March 27-29, 2008.

  • Uqaili, M.A., Harijan, K., and Memon, M.D., “Potential of Solar Hydrogen Production for Energy Supply in the Transport Sector of Pakistan”, Proceedings, Second International Conference, Environmentally Sustainable Development, Abbottabad, Pakistan, August 26-28, 2007.

  • Memon, M.D., Harijan, K., and Uqaili, M.A., “The Role of Ethanol in Meeting Energy Demand of Transport Sector in Pakistan”, Proceedings, Second International Conference, Environmentally Sustainable Development, Abbottabad, Pakistan, August 26-28, 2007.

  • Uqaili, M. A., Harijan, K., and Memon, M. D., “Analysis of Power Generation, Demand and Resources in Pakistan”, Proceedings, National Conference on Assessment and Proper Utilization of Indigenous Energy Sources and Their Environmental Impacts, Department of Energy and Environment Engineering, Quaid-E-Awam University of Engineering, Sciences and Technology, Nawabshah, pp.114-123, February 26-28, 2007.

  • Harijan, K., Uqaili, M. A., and Memon, M. D., “Assessment of Centralized Grid-Connected Wind Power Potential in the Coastal Area of Balochistan, Pakistan”, Proceedings, National Conference on Assessment and Proper Utilization of Indigenous Energy Sources and Their Environmental Impacts, Department of Energy and Environment Engineering, Quaid-E-Awam University of Engineering, Sciences and Technology, Nawabshah, pp. 25-31, February 26-28, 2007.

  • Uqaili, M. A., Memon, M. D., Harijan, K., and Khoumbati, K. R., “Information Technology as an Enabling Force for Electricity Distribution and Utilization”, Proceedings, One-Day Workshop on ICT – Public Policy, Bridging the Gap Among Academia, Industry and Government, Mehran University Institute of Science and Technology Development, Jamshoro, Pakistan, pp. 26-35, Sepetmber 16, 2006.

  • Harijan, K., Memon, M. D., and Uqaili, M. A., “Reducing Dependence on Kerosene for Lighting Using Renewables in Rural Areas of Pakistan”, Proceedings, Third International Mechanical Engineering Congress (TIMEC- 2006), Institution of Engineers Pakistan (IEP), Pakistan, Karachi, pp.01-08, March 20-21, 2006.

  • Harijan, K., Uqaili, M. A., Memon, M. D., and Brohi, K.M., “Potential of Ethanol Fuel Production and Utilization in Pakistan”, Proceedings, Third International Mechanical Engineering Congress (TIMEC- 2006), Institution of Engineers Pakistan (IEP), Karachi, Pakistan, pp. 129-133, March 20-21, 2006.

  • Memon, M.D., Uqaili M. A., and Harijan. K., “Prospects of Renewables for Cooking and Heating in the Rural Household Sector of Pakistan”, International Conference on Environmental Horizons, Department of Chemistry, University of Karachi, Karachi, Pakistan, December 19-21, 2005.

  • Uqaili M. A., Harijan. K., and Memon, M.D., “Supply Side Energy Management for Sustainable Energy Development in Pakistan”, Proceedings, First International Conference, Environmentally Sustainable Development – ESDev-2005, Abbottabad, Pakistan, Vol.3, pp.1853-1862, June 26-28, 2005.    

  • Harijan. K., Uqaili M. A., and Memon, M.D., “Assessment of Air Pollution Emissions and Evaluation of Renewable Energy Utilization as Mitigation Option - Power Generation Sector of Pakistan”, Proceedings, First International Conference, Environmentally Sustainable Development – ESDev-2005, Abbottabad, Pakistan, Vol.1, pp.389-396, June 26-28, 2005. 

  • Harijan, K., Memon, M.D., and Uqaili M.A., “Renewable Energy and Environmentally Sustainable Development in Pakistan”, Proceedings, First International Conference, Environmentally Sustainable Development – ESDev-2005, Abbottabad, Pakistan, Vol.3, pp.1707-1716, June 26-28, 2005.   

  • Uqaili, M.A., Shah, M.A. and Harijan, K., “Potential of Thar Coal for Meeting Growing Power Demand in Pakistan”, National Conference on Fossil Fuels and Mineral Resources of Sindh, Department of Geology, University of Sindh, Jamshoro, Pakistan, February 28 – March 1, 2005.

  • Uqaili, M.A., Memon, M.D., Memon, H.R., and Harijan, K., “Prospects of Indigenous Coal Utilization with Clean Coal Technologies in Pakistan”, National Conference on Fossil Fuels and Mineral Resources of Sindh, Department of Geology, University of Sindh, Jamshoro, Pakistan, February 28 – March 1, 2005.

  • Uqaili, M.A., Harijan, K., and Memon, M.D., “Fossil Fuel Consumption in Pakistan: Environmental Problems and Possible Solutions”, Conference on Renewable Energy Sector, Ministry of Environment, Government of Pakistan, Islamabad, Pakistan, February 1-2, 2005.

  • Uqaili, M. A., Harijan, K., Mirani, M., Memon, M. D., and Meghwar, S., “Energy Options for Electrical Power Generation in Pakistan”, Proceedings, Second International Mechanical Engineering Congress, Karachi, 26-28 October, 2003.

  • Uqaili, M. A., Rajput, A., Q., and Memon, H. M., “Impact of Quality Management System on MUET, Jamshoro”, Second Pakistan Quality Conference, Sheraton, Karachi, October, 2003.

Articles

  • Uqaili M. A. and Harijan. K., “Renewable Electricity for Mehran University, Jamshoro” Souvenir, Convocation - 2005, Mehran University of Engineering and Technology, Jamshoro, Pakistan, 2005.

Books

  • Mirani, M., and Uqaili, M. A., “Political Economy of Federal Development Investment in Sindh”, Resources Distribution and Poverty in Pakistan, SZABIST Centre for Information & Research, pp.170-181, 2004.  

  • Mirani, M., and Uqaili, M. A., “Strengthening Universities for the Development of Indigenous Technology for Poverty Alleviation”, Reference Book on Seminar Poverty Alleviation, Contribution of Sindh Universities, Bureau of Composition, Compilation & Translation, University of Karachi, pp.61-66, June, 2002. 

Thesis

  • Uqaili, M. A., “Energy Modeling and Energy Policy in Pakistan” Ph.D. Thesis, University of Leeds, U.K., 1996.

  • Uqaili, M. A., “Energy Modeling in the Developing Countries” MSc dissertation, University of Leeds, U.K., 1993.
   
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