The Construction and Projects Department has constructed an emergency staircase in the Oil and Gas Engineering Department. The project was carried out following these steps:

• The team excavated the ground in the adjacent side corridor of the building.
• Damages resulting from the excavation process were addressed.
• The old sewage pipes and manholes were lifted under the stair foundations.
• A new drainage network was established, connecting to the existing network.
• Plastic manhole molds connected to the drainage network were installed and secured.
• Walls below windows were demolished to create openings for emergency doors on each building floor.
• Damaged walls from the interior and exterior were repaired based on demolition-related damages.
• A layer of sub-base was laid with proper leveling.
• Foundations for the emergency stairs were poured with reinforced concrete using resistant cement, sand, and gravel, with reinforcement according to the plans.
• An iron door was installed on the emergency staircase on each building floor.
• The emergency staircase was constructed using iron sections outlined in the plans.
• LED emergency exit lighting with directional indicators was installed on the ceiling and walls on each building floor. The lighting includes a charger and battery that operates for at least three hours.
• Daily site cleaning was ensured during construction, with no leftover debris for the next day.

These activities were carried out following engineering standards and with high quality, ensuring the safety and security of students and staff in emergencies.

The Department of Construction and Projects has successfully executed a comprehensive rehabilitation process for the Communication Engineering garage. The following steps were undertaken:

• The garage floor was dismantled and removed until the damaged sewage pipes were reached.
• The laying, connection, and installation of heavy sewer pipes were carried out using plastic pipes with all attachments, and the process also included connecting them to manholes.
• The old manhole and its frame were removed, and a new plastic manhole cover was installed.

• The sub-base layer's preparation, leveling, and adjustment were accomplished using a site leveler.

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   A nylon layer was laid, followed by pouring reinforced stamped concrete using ready-mix concrete and welded wire mesh (BRC), using SBR material, and creating joints using cork.

• Pieces of kerbstones were installed with paint.
• Daily site cleaning was ensured during the work period, with no work residues left for the next day.

These tasks were carried out with high professionalism and per technical specifications, ensuring the quality and durability of the structure at every step.

The Department of Construction and Projects at the Technological University has successfully rehabilitated the health center. These works included structural and technological improvements to enhance the working environment and the comfort of staff and patients. The details of the executed works are as follows:

 • Glass replacement for aluminum frames in the health center was carried out, using high-quality glass to enhance protection and thermal insulation.
 • The old building roof mastic was removed, and a new one was applied.
 • A central exhaust system was added to the bathrooms to improve the overall hygiene in the health center.
 • Old lighting in the corridors has been replaced with modern and energy-efficient lights, contributing to improved visibility in the corridors.

The rehabilitation operations were successful and significantly contributed to improving the level of services in the health center. This project is considered a positive step towards the development and improvement of the infrastructure at the Technological University.

Suha S. Husain, an assistant lecturer at the Construction and Projects Department, published collaborative scientific research in an international journal indexed in Scopus titled "Design of a Robust Controller Based on Barrier Function for Vehicle Steer-by-Wire Systems" along with a group of researchers.

The construction and projects department at the university, under the direct supervision of the honourable university president and his assistant for administrative affairs, Dr. Farhad, successfully repaired the power station located behind the Applied Sciences building today. This significant project was funded by the Applied Sciences Department to restore the station to service and ensure a continuous power supply for the university.

This swift action follows a fire incident at the station last week, resulting in its complete shutdown. These efforts are part of the ongoing initiatives to ensure the sustainability and effectiveness of the university's construction and project-related infrastructure, enhancing the quality of services provided to students and staff.

The leader of this noble effort is Dr. Adi Hamoudi, who serves as the director of the construction and projects department. He has efficiently taken on the responsibility, applying his scientific and technical expertise to achieve the department's outlined goals.

This project reflects the success achieved through close collaboration between the university's senior management and its various departments, showcasing the university's commitment to providing a sustainable and secure educational and administrative environment.

We extend our thanks and appreciation to all the teams involved in this qualitative project, with wishes for further progress and success in developing and enhancing the university's construction and project-related infrastructure and services.