العربية 
Ibb– In an academic environment brimming with creative concepts, the Department of Architectural Engineering at the University of Science and Technology Ibb branch inaugurated the graduation project defenses (Part 1) for the ninth cohort of students for the academic year 1447 AH, representing the first phase of final graduation projects within the theoretical studies track.
The event was inaugurated by branch director Dr. Mokram Al-Jamali, in the presence of the head of the Department of Architectural Engineering and head of the defense committee, Dr. Ali Darmoush, alongside committee and evaluation members:
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Prof. Dr. Mukhtar Abdulhafeez Al-Ariqi – Member and Supervisor.
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Prof. Dr. Ahmed Emad Al-Athouri – Discussant Member.
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Assist. Lecturer Sadeq Atef – Discussant Member.
During the event, the students delivered concise academic presentations featuring innovative architectural ideas addressing pressing societal and developmental issues, aiming to provide design solutions that serve the community and the environment. The committee evaluated these presentations, engaged students in discussions regarding research and technical aspects, and offered scientific remarks and developmental recommendations to elevate project quality and enhance final outcomes.
In a special statement, head of the defense committee Dr. Ali Darmoush explained that this phase of graduation project defenses serves as a preparatory step leading to the final defense scheduled at the end of the second semester of the 1447 AH academic year, corresponding to 2025–2026 AD. He noted that the department places great emphasis on developing students’ research and creative skills to prepare an architectural generation capable of addressing urban realities.
Furthermore, the committee praised the students’ academic caliber and project quality, affirming that the joint efforts between students and faculty members positively reflected on the originality and depth of the presented designs and their practical approach to community challenges.
It is worth noting that the graduation project defenses (Part 1) will continue over the next two days for the remaining students of the ninth batch in the Department of Architectural Engineering, following a pre-arranged academic schedule designed to strengthen students’ presentation and discussion skills and optimize educational outcomes.
The event witnessed widespread attendance from faculty members and individuals interested in academic affairs, including:
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Dr. Omar Shaddad – Faculty member and Quality Coordinator in the Department of Sharia and Law.
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Eng. Hamza Al-Majidi – Director of Public Relations and Marketing and faculty member in the Department of Architectural Engineering.
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Eng. Radfan Al-Salahi – Faculty member in the department.
The gathering was also attended by numerous academics, administrators, and parents who expressed their pride in the students’ achievements and the extensive efforts exerted by the university to graduate qualified competencies aligned with the demands of the architectural and engineering job market.
Through these defenses, the University of Science and Technology Ibb branch reaffirms its commitment to delivering distinguished higher education that merges theoretical and practical dimensions, fostering architectural innovation and scientific research for community service and development.
