Institute of

Space Technology

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www.ist.edu.pk

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Vision
To foster intellectual and economic vitality through
teaching, research and outreach in the field of Space
Science & Technology with a view to improve quality of
life.

Mission
The institute aims at providing outstanding quality
education to diverse groups of national and international
students.
Academic programs focus on rigorous scientific and
theoretical foundations to create professionals with
thorough understanding of the fundamentals and
capability of applying this knowledge for research,
analysis and design.
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Index

Welcome Message 1
Location 2
Introduction 5
The Institute 6
Facilities 8
Extra Curricular Activities 9
Academic Programs 14
Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics 19
Department of Electrical Engineering 36
Department of Materials Science & Engineering 56
Department of Mechanical Engineering 67
Department of Remote Sensing & Geo-information Science 87
Department of Space Science 93
Department of Applied Mathematics & Statistics 109
ORIC 121
Admissions 123
Fee Structure 125
Academic Regulations 128
Faculty 132
Administration 142
Location Map 144
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Welcome Message
Vice Chancellor
IST warmly welcomes the latest group of an ever-increasing
number of graduates who aspire to further hone their skills and
broaden their horizons in technologies that are changing the
technological landscape by the hour.
Choosing the right graduate study program according to personal
skills and strengths plays a crucial role in shaping your
professional career and a moment in which decisions must be
taken carefully. Several prospective graduates may already be
working in positions where there is a lot of room for growth and
improvement. This allows them to have a clear path as to what
exactly their graduate program should be all about. Others look to
bolster their academic credentials after completing an
undergraduate program and hope to broaden their horizons in
areas where their aptitude allows them plentiful chances to flourish.

No matter what the ambitions are, the best bet for any prospective graduate student is to opt for IST's
linked or local PhD/MS programs that will add more gloss to their academic credentials while also
equipping them with the right skill-set and knowledge to face the challenges one faces in the field.

Backed by a highly qualified, dedicated and an extremely competent faculty, IST's graduate program is
second to none in the country.

Our linked programs provide students with a cost effective opportunity of earning their way towards a
graduate degree in specialized fields from a prestigious foreign university.

The local PhD/MS programs offer students an opportunity to study and conduct research at graduate
level in IST in a financially viable manner. Our programs are completely tailored according to the HEC
guidelines and aspire to meet the highest standards at all levels.

We look forward to see you become part of an institute that is quickly becoming a blueprint of academic
brilliance in Pakistan.

Imran Rahman

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Location
Islamabad: The green capital

Combining a rich history, the confluence of many a civilization from the yesteryears
and a temperate climate, Islamabad the capital of Pakistan, is one of the most
beautiful cities in South Asia. Wide, tree-lined streets adorn the various sectors and
zones of this unique city, making it accessible, spectacular and a vibrant place.
Nestled against the backdrop of Margalla Hills at the northern end of the Potohar
Plateau, the city personifies the aspirations and ambitions of a young and dynamic
nation that aspires to open doors to a glorious future for its people. The city
welcomes new and unique ideas but at the same time, recognizes and cherishes the
traditional values and the past history of its people.
Apart from the modern amenities, Islamabad is neighbor to quite a few historical
sites.

Rawalpindi

Rawalpindi is a city in the Potohar Plateau near Pakistan's capital city of Islamabad,
in the province of Punjab. It is also known as the twin city of Islamabad. It is the
military headquarters of the Pakistan Armed Forces and also served as the nation's
capital while Islamabad was being constructed in the 1960s. The city is home to
many industries and factories. With historical buildings and bazaars, vast parks,
chilling winters and hot summers, Rawalpindi has proven its status as a MUST
visit place.

Margallah Pass

To the North of Islamabad, Margallah lies between the ancient capital of Gandhara
(Taxila), and Islamabad. There is an obelisk right on the top of the Pass, built in 1890
in memory of Brig Gen of the British army, by his colleagues. A small part of the
ancient Shahi (Royal) Road built by Chandar Gupta and later developed by the
Afghan King Sher Shah Suri in 1540s, can also be seen.

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Location
Taxila

Most of the archaeological sites of Taxila (600 BC to 500 AD) are located around
Taxila Museum. For over one thousand years, Taxila remained famous as a centre of
learning Gandhara art of sculpture, architecture, education and Buddhism in the days
of Buddhist glory. There are over 50 archaeological sites scattered in a radius of 30
kms around Taxila. Also, a museum comprising various sections with rich
archaeological finds of Taxila has been established close to the site. It is a popular
destination with tourist visiting from all over Pakistan as well as abroad.

Saidpur Village

Saidpur, a little quaint village, famous for its pottery, is part of Islamabad today. It
is located off the Hill Road to the east of Daman-e-Koh. Saidpur was founded by
Sultan Said Khan, son of Sultan Sarang Khan. He gave his daughter in marriage to
Mughal Prince Saleem who later became Emperor Jahangir. Saidpur was a garden
resort and a perpetual spring provided water for drinking and for watering
gardens. An attractive destination, where cultural exhibitions and restaurants
provided a great ambiance among the hills during the Mughal period. It has
recently been renovated into an attractive tourist destination, where exhibits and
restaurants provide a great view among the hills.

Rawal Lake

To the east of Islamabad and at the foothills of Murree, lies a scenic & spectacular
lake aptly named as Rawal Lake. This lake is host to many of the sporting events
like, rowing, sailing and recreations like boating, fishing, sightseeing etc. Rawal
Lake's primary role is to provide a water reservoir for the twin cities. Nevertheless, it
is an attractive place for the visitors.

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Location
Wah Gardens

Once a major campsite of Mughal rulers, Wah Gardens is located 12 km west of

Taxila on the G.T. Road. The gardens were developed with magnificent trees and
water channels by successive Mughal emperors. it is a place that must be visited

Gurudwara Panja Sahib in Hasan Abdal

The town of Hasan Abdal has a particular association with Mughals and Sikhs. It
was mentioned by Emperor Jahangir in his memoirs and frequently visited by
successive Mughal Kings, on their way to Kashmir. It has a Sikh Gurdwara (temple)
known as Panja Sahib and is visited biannually by Sikh pilgrims from all over the
world.

Murree Hills

To the further east at about 45 miles away are the green top Murree Hills. Murree is
a place for all seasons; in summers it is an ideal place to beat the sizzling heat of the
twin cities and a romantic hideout to catch some snowflakes during winters.

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INTRODUCTION
The institute has a remarkable
number of foreign trained
specialized faculty who are not
only dedicated but have also
brought home with them years of
experience from abroad.
The institute aims at offering
state-of-the-art learning
environment that will inculcate in
students a desire to generate
knowledge through innovation
and research. Quality research
demands advanced Labs where
real world experiments are
conducted; therefore, the
Institute focuses on providing
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world class research labs.
Equipments like Subsonic and
Supersonic Wind Tunnel are
available. IT facilities have been
further enhanced with the addition
of computers and Wi-Fi facility.
The Institute aspires to instill
critical thinking skills in students
through intellectual challenges
posed to them that facilitate and
inculcate innovative ideas. With the
focus on ushering you towards the
path of success in the scientific
world, IST looks forward to be a
mentor and conduit for you.
Science is a methodical study of
the space & time, an attempt to
comprehend the puzzles of our
universe, testing hypotheses with
experiments, and then sharing
what is discovered with the rest of
mankind. The present era of
technological advancements
provided stimulus for realizing our
dream: to set on a journey to
explore the Universe and try to
find the answers to the questions
in our mind : (1) how the Universe
was created? (2) how life started
on the planet earth? and (3) does
life exist on any planet other than
the earth? The space exploration
has created an ecosystem where
cutting edge technologies are
conceived, researched and
eventually developed.
There has been an exponential
increase in scientific discoveries in
the past century and we are only
at the leading edge of a vast
wave. In this milieu, Institute of
Space Technology (IST),
Islamabad, was established in
September, 2002. Being the only
institute of its kind in Pakistan, it
strives to impart specialized
education in space and related
science. At IST, we offer graduate
degrees in Aerospace, Electrical,
Mechanical, Materials Science &
Engineering, Space Science,
Remote Sensing and Geo-
information Science and
Mathematics.
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Academic Block I
Amidst the green spaces a spacious purpose-built, The Institute
double storied, centrally air conditioned building with a
covered area of 5384 sqm, houses administrative and
faculty offices, class rooms, lecture theatres, teaching
and research laboratories, Information Technology
Center, library, conference room, auditorium, faculty
lounge and exhibition area.

Academic Blocks II to VI
Academic Blocks II & VI are also available to house
additional classes and laboratories. The Blocks are air-
conditioned to support a conducive learning
environment.

Video Conferencing Facility

A state-of-the-art video conferencing facility is available
in the Academic block I. The facility is useful for
distance learning and telecasting lectures to and from
other universities with similar facilities.

Auditorium
Aesthetically designed, fully air-conditioned auditorium
with a capacity of 230 persons is located adjacent to
the entrance lobby of the Academic Block-I. An ideal
venue for holding national and international
conferences, seminars, and workshops, it is equipped
with modern audio-visual systems.

Campus The Institute

Away from congestion, noise and pollution of the city, at 20 minutes drive from Islamabad and
Rawalpindi, having multiple access through Islamabad Highway and GT Road, IST is located in the Capital Territory of
Pakistan. This advantageous location offers round the clock accessibility through public and private transportation.
Spanning over 577 kanals of picturesque expanse of greenery adjacent to DHA, the campus features wide lawns,
ample parking spaces and playgrounds. This tranquil environment makes it ideal for situating a seat of higher learning
and research.

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Lecture Theatres
All lecture theatres and classrooms
are centrally air-conditioned, well-lit
and equipped with training aids and
multimedia facilities. Lecture
theatres can accommodate 60
students, whereas classrooms have
a seating capacity of 30 students.
Computer Theatres
Classrooms with individual
computers for each student are
available for computer based
training. The computers are
networked to a server and an
overhead multimedia projector to
enable interactive, hands-on training
on computational and professional
software learning skills. A computer
laboratory housing powerful
computers is available for
assignments and projects. Also,
internet facility is available to
students at all times of the day.
Specialized Laboratories
The academic program is supported
by laboratories equipped with state-
of-the-art equipment. Multiple
equipment and instruments are
available to ensure hands-on
training of each student in the
following laboratories:
l Aerodynamics
l EMF & Microwaves
l Mechanics of Materials
l Antennas & Propagation
l Propulsion
l Optical Communications
l Control Systems
l Digital Design
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l Aerospace Materials
l Electronics
l Finite Element Methods
l Communication Systems
l Computational Fluid Dynamics
l Computer Networks
l Aerospace Instrumentation
l Electrical Circuits
l Information Technology
l Embedded Systems
l Computer Aided Design
l Digital Signal Processing
l UAV Design Lab
l Digital Communications
l Workshop
l Mobile Communications
Library
The library is integrated with digital
technology and electronic
information resources. There is an
active and continuous development
program for the IST library. It has a
dynamic collection of books,
journals and magazines related to all
disciplines which is supplemented
by a Xeroxing facility. The core
design, furniture and general decor
contribute to the formation of an
intellectual environment that
enables students to study with
concentration.
General Collection: IST library has
a collection of more than 6,300
books on all subjects relevant to the
courses taught at the institute.
Moreover, books on general
knowledge, Islam, history,
geography and fiction etc are also
available.
Reference Section: The reference
section has over 600 reference
books, handbooks, encyclopedia
and dictionaries etc.
Periodicals:IST library is currently
subscribing to 47 periodicals to
meet the requirements of
researchers, faculty and students.
Audio Visual Collection: Audio-
visual material is considered an
essential medium of instruction.
Library has a good collection of
educational videos and related
audio/visual devices.
Online Resources: To enrich the
library collection with the latest
online resources available through
Internet, professional publications
from AIAA, IEEE, ACM and ASME
are accessible.
More than 23,000 journals and
45,000 e-books are available (full
text) through HEC Digital Library
Program.
Equal Opportunity Institution
IST is an equal opportunity
institution and prohibits
discrimination on the basis of race,
color, national origin, sex, religion,
age, disability, political beliefs,
marital or family status in all its
programs and activities.
Timings
Evening Classes
Medium of Instruction
The medium of instruction at IST is
English.
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Facilities
Hostel
Hostel accommodation is available
for both male and female students
outside campus. IST provides
pick& drop facility from hostels to
campus & shuttle service for
markets. Dining facility is available
and the boarders enjoy the
tranquility and fine meals of the
mess. Hostels are equipped with
backup generator to provide
continuous supply of electricity. All
the hostels are furnished with free
internet facility. Hostels have a
conducive environment for
boarding & lodging of students.
Computing
A large number of computers are
available at convenient locations
for students to do their
assignments and projects.
Moreover, wireless internet facility
is also available to students to
connect to the internet from
anywhere in the campus.
Sports & Games
Students can avail spare time to
enjoy a game of table tennis in the
table tennis room or perfect their
shooting in the basket ball court.
Also, there are numerous indoor
games that students can enjoy at
their leisure time.
Fitness
For the fitness conscious, a fitness
room with multiple fitness and
exercising equipment is available.
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Mosque Lost & Found
The mosque, adjacent to the A lost and found office is available
academic block and dormitory for depositing the found and
hosts regular prayers. Namaz-e- retrieving the lost items on
taraveeh is also held during the providing sufficient proof of
month of Ramadhan. ownership to incharge student
affairs.
Commuting
Pick and drop facility is available
for day scholars from convenient
points in Rawalpindi and
Islamabad. A weekly service to city
centers is also available for
boarders on weekends.
Cafeteria
A spacious, air-conditioned
cafeteria is available for students
and faculty to enjoy meals at
economical rates. The quality of
food available at the cafeteria is
routinely monitored to ensure
quality of food products.
Reproduction Room
A Xeroxing, binding, scanning &
printing facility is available within
the campus which provides
services at subsidized rates.
Medical Aid
A health centre is available in the
campus which is manned by a
qualified nursing staff during the
working hours. In case of minor
problem, adequate arrangements
are available to provide the first
aid. However, an ambulance is
available round the clock to take
serious patients to the hospital.
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Extra Curricular
Activities

IST Societies & Clubs

IST has a wide range of student societies to convene the recreational

and vocational needs of the students, who also bring along a rich blend
of extramural interests. IST student societies have the distinction of
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Departmental Societies
Aero Society
Aero Society is a promising platform
that creates awareness and
provides incentives for students to
participate practically in the area of
aerospace technology. The society
also serves as a platform for
beginners and intermediate level
students to share their skills and
experience that builds the crucial
ability of team work. The main
objectives of Aero Society comprise
of following:
l To arrange a Aero specific
National level competition every
year
l To organize, independently or
jointly with other institutions,
seminars/symposia/workshops
related to Aerospace.
l To assist the students in
collaborating with the relevant
industry and publish their
research works at national and
international level.
IST MAC (Material Advantage
Chapter)
This society provides an opportunity
for the young learners to discover
their skills and explore new horizons
in Materials Science. In order to
incorporate these qualities in the
students, the society organizes
multiple activities through its club
named as:
l Materials Research
Space Society
Space society aims to create
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awareness amongst the students of
IST and other academic institutions
of Pakistan about the information
onSpace, Astronomy, GIS, Space
communications and environment
through different applied& engaging
activities.
Society of Mechanical
Engineering IST (SSOME-IST)
The mission of the society is to
introduce Mechanical Engineering
Department asafascinating
engineering community. The
mission is supported by offering
multitude of social events, exposure
to the applications of the courses
offered, industrial tours, inter & intra
universities competitions, seminars
and exhibition featuringrelevant
engineering technologies.
IST Research Society
This society is determined to boost
the knowledge and aptitude of IST
students eventually leading them to
research and innovation. The aim of
the society is to inculcate research
motivation and learning in the
students of IST.
IST Entrepreneurial Society
IST Entrepreneurial society is
striving to create success in
uncertainty blaze, finding a path of
innovation and securing an
independent future for all members
of IST Entrepreneurial society.
Initiating new entrepreneurial ideas
and producing employers rather
than employees is the core aspect
of this society.
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Philanthropy Societies and
Clubs
Universities and Colleges are in a
strategic position to shape the
thinking and values of future
leaders: to shape them into
responsible citizens with a
commitment to pay back to their
communities and work for social
change. Social investments are
used to leverage systematic change
with the aim to solve important
problems, not only by ameliorating
their immediate short term effects,
but by targeting their cause. Finding
ways to enhance and promote
philanthropy in its traditional form,
and deepen its impact on society,
by focusing on education and
research so as to enable youngsters
to take charge.
Following Societies and Clubs work
under this society.
UMEED Society
At Institute of Space Technology
(IST) the student community as well
as the faculty by and large
possesses considerable means
both intellectual and financial. We
owe it to the society at large to
make an effort for the uplift of its
underprivileged segments.
UMEED is a community welfare
project of IST. Students of IST form
the backbone of UMEED's volunteer
force. Team UMEED has resolved to
give time and, wherever possible,
money in helping to improve the
education for children with lesser
means studying in the government
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run schools of the rural area around
IST. The enthusiastic UMEED
volunteers are devoting their spare
time as well as free weekends and
making UMEED a success.
ART-IST The Arts Society
An exciting part of the co-curricular
activities at IST is The Arts
Society. This society is created
with a vision to enhance the
creative and innovative aptitude
among the students, through
various arts related activities, which
helps in creating a balance in their
personality.
AOUJ Dramatics Society
Dramas, short plays and skits have
always been regular features of the
AOUJ Dramatics Society at
Welcome Parties, farewells and
onother occasions. The Society is
set up to help the student's exhibit
and enhance their dramatic skills.
Through this platform, students gain
confidence, improve their
performing arts skills and learn to
express themselves. This society
aims to contribute to personality
and character-building through the
performing arts. Students looking
for fun, excitement and productive
teamwork can join the AOUJ
Dramatics Society.
Cine-Space Society
This society shows movies for the
students, especially for those living
in hostels to lighten them up from
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their busy study schedule. Thought
provoking, science fiction and
animated movies are played by the
society to provide healthy
entertainment to the students
. regarded as the potentially biggest
Fidens Adventure Club global market in the twenty-first
Fidens Adventure Club plans and
arranges adventure and hiking trips
to different hilly areas. The basic
concept is to promote healthy
exploration activities, especially
camping, trekking and climbing etc.
The Club organizes several trips
aimed at the interest of students.
IST Media Club
This club is actively engaged in all
the media oriented coverage of all
co-curricular events at IST. It
includes photography, generating
reports, video graphics and social
media coverage and publicity of the
events at IST.
IST Language Society
Chinese Language Club
Knowledge of Chinese language is
becoming increasingly important in
the global economy. Many
businesses rely on contacts and
connections with Chinese
manufacturers and facilities. Hiring
employees with Chinese-language
skills is a benefit to employers.
Seeing its growing importance,
more and more schools and
universities across the world have
started to offer Chinese language as
one of their ptions alongside
Spanish and French. IST initiated
Chinese language classes on 1st
Feb 2011. Peoples' Republic of
China, currently the fastest growing
economy in the world, is widely
century. Proficient speakers of
Mandarin Chinese will find jobs in
various fields such as Business,
Government, International
Relations, Information Technology,
Tourism, Education, Translation etc.
Of all foreign languages at
worldwide universities and colleges,
Chinese shows the highest
proportional increase in enrollment.
Arabic Language Club
The Arabic Language Club is to
create awareness and to promote
Arabic language among the
students/employees of IST by
providing a platform for holding
formal classes and organized
activities.
IST French Club
The IST French Club seeks to
expand the knowledge and
awareness of Francophone cultures
and encourages the practice of the
French language. Club members
have the advantage of being able to
participate in all activities and
events. These include:
l Monthly reunions
l French language classes
l Festivals and cultural events
l French movie nights
l French-themed parties
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l Educational lectures,
presentations and
demonstrations
l Excursion trips and French
cuisine
l French chocolate tasting
l French cheese tasting
MATHEMA
Mathematics is of the prime
importance in engineering, learning
mathematics is thinking logically
and to solve problems using that
skill. It also teaches one to be
precise in thoughts and words. It is
difficult to find any area of life that
is not influenced by mathematics.
Hence, MATHEMA is striving to
reinstate the Mathematical aptitude
in the students with a new vigor and
optimism.
E-Gaming Society
E-Gaming is an interesting activity
for the students and its benefits
range from developing social skills
in the virtual environment,
increasing the ability of the students
to successfully ploy around and
operate a computer, increasing
emotional intellect, and assisting in
the academic endeavors of the
students. E-gaming society actively
promotes e-gaming at IST and
organizes different intra and inter
university events.
SMARTECH
Computers allow the application of
different software that can help
students keep track of their files,
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documents, and design new number of students. Outstanding
programs. Computers also allow sportsmen/sportswomen are
organizing all of the information in a encouraged to take part in the inter-
very accessible manner. The ability university tournaments and national
to store large amounts of data on a level competitions. IST students
computer is convenient and have given excellent performance in
inexpensive, and saves space. various competitions by achieving
SMARTECH society focuses on top positions. Following sports
organizing different workshops activities are available to the
where the students will be able to students:
learn about python, C++, java, l Badminton
adobe Photoshop and android l Basketball
programming. l Cricket
l Table tennis
l Volleyball
Pehchan Pakistan
This society is formed to l Football
l Tennis
incorporate the awareness and
knowledge about Pakistan in the l Marathon
youth and encourage youth to stand l Tug of War
and play a useful role in the l Futsal
development of our nation. l E-Gaming
The Transforming Mind Sports Facilities
Society IST provides students with the
The Transforming Minds Society facilities of indoor and outdoor
aims at such personal development games. Students are encouraged to
which leads to revolutionary ideas, play in their spare time.
by changing the minds of people,
changing the general perspectives
and highlighting a totally new
dimension like out of the box
thinking.
Sports at IST
To relieve the academic pressure,
sports are an integral part of the
extracurricular activities at IST. A
series of inter-department
tournaments are held periodically
throughout the year to provide
participation of the maximum
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Coaches and Trainers
IST has a full time sports coach and
a physical fitness trainer. In addition,
the external sports coaches are also
invited to train students and enable
them to improve their skills in
specialized sports.
Awards
IST has five departments namely
Aeronautics and Astronautics,
Electrical Engineering, Materials
Science & Engineering, Mechanical
Engineering and Space Science. All
the departments compete for the
supremacy in sports andthe winning
teams of the pool matches compete
in the final for the title. The winner
team is awarded with the
Departmental Trophy. The best
players (Male/Female) of the
respective sports categories are
awarded Gold Medals during the
Annual Prize Distribution Ceremony
in which parents of the winning
students are also invited.
Events
Job Fair
Job fairs are becoming a popular
method for doing preliminary
assessment of different skills set
needed by potential employers.
Day-long Job Fair is organized at
Institute of Space Technology every
year. All major public and private
sector organizations including our
elite R&D organizations are invited
to participate in the event thus
providing an opportunity to the IST
students to meet their potential
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employers. Many IST students have
been able to secure good career
jobs at the IST job fair.
IST Youth Carnival
IST organizes this event every year.
This event was recognized as Twin
City Inter University challenge in the
earlier years of IST. In year 2011, the
spectrum of this event was
broadened to the national level and
hence it was renamed as IST Youth
Carnival. The event consists of
entertaining competitions like arts
and literary contest, video and
Photography, essay and story
writing, singing competition/Clash
of the Clans, poetry and drama
competitions etc.
World Space Week
World Space Week is celebrated in
accordance with the United Nation's
General Assembly's declaration of
1999. The Third United Nations
Conference on the Exploration and
Peaceful Uses of Outer Space
(UNISPACE III) suggested the
celebration of the World Space
Week.
The objective of World Space Week
is to increase awareness among
decision-makers and the general
Public, of the benefits of peaceful
uses of outer space. This week is
coordinated by the United Nations
with the support of Space Week
International Association and local
coordinators in many countries with
a unique theme every year. Hence
every year from 4th to 10th of
October this week is celebrated by
the Institute of Space Technology in
coordination with our National
Space Agency.
IST has been organizing World
Space Week since 2007 in which
many schools/colleges are invited to
compete in several
competitions/activities likeSpace in
Quran, Space Declamations, Aero
Modeling Competition, Colonizing
Space, Space Creative Writing,
Space Creative Arts, e- Poster
Designing Competition, Space
ModelsCompetition, Space
Photography, Space Gaming, Solar
Observations, Space Simulations,
Space Biblio Rendezvous, Satellite
Navigation and Applications
Competition, Space Cinema, Space
Labs, Space Caravan, Space Career
Station, Space Quiz,Space Theatre,
Space Kids costume and Tableau
competition, Space Settlement
Design Competition, Glider
Competition, Satellite Payload
Design Competition, Space
Mathematica, Balloon Karting
competition , Para Eggs
competition, Tour, Space Career
Station and Space Fair, Water
Rocket Competition, Space
Videography, Space Fair and Prize
Distribution Ceremony.
IST has always played a leading role
in implementing the U. N's charter
by celebrating the World Space
Week with vigor and enthusiasm.
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Academic Programs
MS/PhD Programs
The Institute of Space Technology offers the following Graduate degree programs:

MS Programs Space Science with following specializations:

Astronomy and Astrophysics
Aerospace Engineering with following specializations: Atmospheric & Environmental Science
Aerodynamics/Computational Fluid Dynamics Mathematics
Propulsion
Structural Design & Analysis
Aerospace Vehicle Design PhD Programs
Guidance, Navigation and Control
Aerospace Engineering
Global Navigation Satellite Systems
Electrical Engineering with following specializations: Electrical Engineering
Wireless Communication Materials Science & Engineering
Signal and Image Processing
Mechanical Engineering
Communication Security
RF and Microwave Mathematics
Information and Cyber Security
Materials Science & Engineering
Aerospace Materials
Metals and Alloys
Nano-Engineering Materials
Ceramics and Glasses
Composite Materials
Polymer Engineering
Mechanical Engineering with following specializations:
Fluid & Thermal Systems
Mechanical Design & Analysis
Manufacturing Systems
Automobile
Remote Sensing & Geo-information Science (RS&GISc)
with following specializations:
RS&GISc
Geo-informatics
Spatial Information Technology

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The programs are structured in a currently gaining importance The graduates can get PhD
manner to prepare the engineering worldwide. A new generation of positions in Physics/ Astrophysics/
students for a career with wide advanced ground-based and space- Astronomy in local and foreign
ranging opportunities in research, borne telescopes and enormous universities and get scholarships
design, development, production, increases in computing power are from agencies like, International
management and solutions enabling a golden age of Max Planck Research School
development related to aerospace astrophysics. The MS program in (IMPRS), German Academic
and communication technologies in Astronomy and Astrophysics Exchange Service (DAAD), Albert
the fast growing aerospace and focuses on underlying physics of Einstein Institute (AEI), Erasmus
telecommunication, wireless and phenomena beyond the Earth, data Mundus, and Higher Education
satellite industry. analysis and modeling techniques, Commission of Pakistan (HEC).
which will undoubtedly play a The graduates having MS
Future in Aerospace prominent role in international basic Astronomy and Astrophysics degree
The field of aerospace technology research. The main objectives of the have tremendous opportunities for
offers a wide range of employment program are initiation in scientific jobs in national space agency of
opportunities to those with the research and training in Astronomy Pakistan SUPARCO as well as in all
proper educational background. An and Astrophysics. public/private sector universities of
aerospace team is made up of Pakistan offering teaching and
engineers, scientists, and research in natural sciences.
technicians. Positions are available
through the private sector as well as
within the government sector.
Examples of major engineering
roles in the aerospace industry
include:
l Analysis
l Design
l Materials and Processes
l Systems Engineering
l Software Development
l Manufacturing
l Flight Research

Future in Astronomy and

Astrophysics
Astronomy is the oldest branch of
natural science that deals with
heavenly objects. The field of
astronomy and astrophysics is

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Future in Atmospheric and
Environmental Science
The Atmospheric and Environmental
Science Group offers an
internationally recognized
postgraduate program at the
Department of Space Science. The
group currently focuses on both
experimental and theoretical
aspects of ground and satellite
based observations related to
cutting edge meteorological and
atmospheric pollution research. The
Group has a dedicated
Atmospheric and Meteorology Lab
which hosts state-of-the-art
meteorological and environmental
pollution monitoring equipment
geared towards both learning and
research purposes. The curriculum
of the program is designed to
provide a solid background in
Atmospheric and Environmental
Sciences, Remote Sensing for the
Environment and Mathematical
Physics towards developing world
class research and problem-solving
expertise for incoming graduate
students. The range of electives
allows a focused pursuit of sub-
areas such as Ground and Satellite
meteorology, Atmospheric
Chemistry, Atmospheric Dynamics,
Cloud and Aerosol Physics,
Numerical Weather Prediction,
Climate Change Modeling and
associated areas, both in local and
international contexts.
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Future in Communication
Engineering
MS Communication Engineering is
an indigenous MS program started
by IST. This will provide students
with an opportunity to gain deeper
understanding of the principles of
communication systems and
networks and will prepare the
students for a successful career in
this expanding and dynamic field.
The versatility of this program gives
extensive knowledge of terrestrial
and space communication. With the
changing trends of the market, this
course will enhance the capability of
candidates accordingly. On
successful completion of the
course, the students will be able to
work in companies that work in the
area of telecommunications, data
communications, broadcasting and
the Internet, with interests ranging
from overall system design to the
more detailed development of radio
frequency and data subsystems.
The domain of communication
engineering is ever expanding and
now includes the following areas
(though not limited to them):
l Telecommunications
l Communication Networks
l Satellite Communications
l Mobile Communications
Future in Remote Sensing &
GISc
The MS program in Remote Sensing
and Geographical Information
Science is designed for imparting
expertise in the science, methods,
and applications of these rapidly
growing fields. The job market is
vast and varied, with the growing
need for experts in these fields in
both the government and
commercial sector. The nature of
possible careers is spread over a
wide canvas: research, planning
and development, advising the
decision-makers, or the application
and service providing sector. Some
of the options include:
l Agriculture (crop planning, crop
health monitoring, yield
forecasting)
l Natural Resource Management
l Geology (mineral exploration,
earthquake prediction and
mapping)
l Water Resources: (snow melt
monitoring and melt-water
estimation, flood mapping,
monitoring and prediction,
irrigation planning and
monitoring)
l Urban Planning and Monitoring
(city planning, transportation &
utility network planning)
l Revenue and Tax Collection
l Mapping
l Meteorology and
Climatology
l Environment
l Navigation and Tracking
Applications
l Location-based Services.
l Social Sector (healthcare,
public services, criminology)
l Real Estate
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Future in Materials Science process like machining, casting, The curriculum includes the
and Engineering molding, shaping, forging etc. The methodical tools, innovative
manufacturing industry is also thought, communication skills,
Materials Science and Engineering
rapidly expanding in the country and management tools, and provide
(MS&E) has played a pivotal role in
an acute shortage of manufacturing young engineers the opportunities
the technological evolution of our
engineers exist in the country. The to work efficiently as individuals and
society, from structural steels to
potential career opportunities are in in teams. The structure and
optoelectronics and information
Aero, Automotive, Textile, sequence of courses is designed to
processing. The field of MS&E is
Agriculture and machinery ensure that every graduate has the
currently evolving at a more rapid
manufacturing etc. knowledge, ability and
pace than at any other point in its
understanding required for value
history. The evolution of the field,
Future in Mechanical education. The main focus of this
and its social impact, continuously
degree program is on the following
occurs through collaborations Engineering specialized areas:
between materials scientists/ Department of Mechanical
l Fluid and Thermal Systems
engineers and a researcher from Engineering offers studies leading
fields such as biology, to the degree of Master in l Mechanical Design and Analysis
medicine, physics, chemistry and Mechanical Engineering, preparing l Manufacturing Systems
other areas of engineering and young engineers for a wide range of l Automobile
manufacturing. exciting opportunities including
Most fields in science and aerospace, manufacturing,
engineering are concerned in some automotive, chemical, biomedical,
way with materials, but only the nuclear power, robotics, textiles,
field of materials science and R&D, administration and
engineering focuses directly on management.
them. Further, the materials play an
important role to provide solutions
to the major challenges in
fabricating nanotechnology based
devices. So a wide variety of
opportunities await the materials
science and engineering graduate in
research, development, design,
production and management in
almost every industry.

Future in Manufacturing
Engineering
The MS in manufacturing
engineering provides deep
understanding of manufacturing

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Future in Welding Engineering
The welding and joining technology
plays very important role in the
manufacturing industry. The
understanding of the joining
process and its effects on base
material is very important to
produce high quality and durable
products. Welding engineering
experts have a wide scope in a
number of industries like aero,
automotive, agriculture and other
machinery etc. The country is also
facing an acute shortage of welding
technologist and therefore the job
market of welding engineers is high
both in public and private sector
industries.
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Future in Information & Cyber
Security
In today's world Information alone
has emerged as the most important
asset for many organizations. It is
considered as important an asset as
capital or work. Many experts
equate that the threat of
Information warfare in the 21st
century with the threat of nuclear
warfare of the 20th century. The
three primary methods by which
information systems are protected
are authorization, message
filtration, and ensuring the integrity
of core processes.
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However, the fact that information
can be generated world-wide and
can be accessed over the internet
has spawned new challenges in the
field of Information & Cyber security.
The challenge is even more relevant
since the hacker/cyber-terrorist
need not to physically intrude into
the organization's premises; rather
the security breach attacks can be
launched with the mere availability
of an Internet connection; while
sitting on the opposite side of the
globe. On the one hand, the world
is becoming more and more
dependent on automation, for
instances, in terms of online-
banking, payroll, air-craft control
systems etc while on the other
hand, organizations are finding it
more difficult to deny unauthorized
access, secure information and
protect against malicious activities.
As computers become smarter,
more sophisticated, and more
flexible, they will become more like
humans. They will acquire the
reliable information security
provisions that will begin to ingest
information at the semantic level
from outside sources, and will thus
be resilient to more subtle forms of
information warfare.
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The Department of Aeronautics
and Astronautics maintains an
internationally recognized
academic program in aerospace
engineering by engaging all
stakeholders through an open
dialogue. The major stakeholders
are: students, faculty, industry
and aerospace professionals. The
result of this consultative process
is reflected in continuously
improving the academic
improvement to provide the best
possible education to our
students.
The aerospace engineer is
primarily concerned with the
design, analysis, testing and
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DEPARTMENT OF
Aeronautics and Astronautics
www.ist.edu.pk/aero
overall operation of arial vehicles.
The curriculum is designed to
educate the students in the
fundamental principles of
aerodynamics, flight dynamics,
propulsion, structural mechanics,
flight controls, design, testing and
space technologies. A wide
variety of opportunities await the
aerospace engineering graduate
in research, development, design,
production, sales and
management in the aerospace
industry and in many related
industries where fluid flow,
control and transportation
problems play major roles.
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Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics
Mission Statement l Inculcate critical thinking among Aerospace technology has grown
The mission of the Aerospace students and develop initiatives out of the problems of design,
Engineering Program is to prepare and innovative ideas construction and operation of
the engineering student for a career vehicles that orbit above the Earth's
with wide-ranging opportunities in Aerospace Engineering surface (vehicles ranging from
research, development, design, Aerospace engineering is a field ground-effect machines to aircraft
production, sales and management where state-of-the-art technologies and spacecraft). Design of such
in the aerospace industry and are applied everyday. It is an vehicles has always been
related industries which are exciting profession with outstanding challenging, not only because of the
involved with the solution of multi- career opportunities in which requirement that they operate in a
disciplinary, advanced technical physical sciences, mathematics and hostile environment, but also the
problems. computers are combined in the high premium placed on light
design of air and space vehicle weight, high efficiency and great
Programs Educational systems and components to reliability. These requirements are
achieve high performance with not only relevant to future
Objectives spacecraft and high performance
l Produce Aerospace Engineers limited size and weight. This
requires aerospace engineers to aircraft, but also to the next
with a strong practical and generation of ground transport
theoretical exposure in the constantly develop and apply the
most advanced technologies. vehicles.
relevant disciplines, who are
able to contribute to society
through innovation, enterprise
and leadership
l Nurture engineer with a global
outlook and to provide
technological leadership through
necessary technological tools
l Produce engineers with
teamwork, communication and
interpersonal skills
l Enable them to be productive
members of interdisciplinary
engineering teams and are
further capable to adopt to
changing environments of
engineering, technology and
society
l Produce engineers with high
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Local MS Programs
Aerospace Engineering (Local) Mandatory Courses
Specialization: Aerodynamics/Computational Minimum 9 credit hours
Fluid Dynamics Elective Courses
Prerequisites The elective courses will be offered from the following
BE/BS in any one of the following disciplines
l Aerospace list; subject to the availability of specialized faculty and
l Aeronautical the number of students interested in each course.
l Mechanical
Valid NTS GAT-General test score with minimum 50 Electives
marks.
705214 Turbulent Fluid Flow (3-0)
614317 Measurement Techniques in Fluid
and Thermal Engineering (2-1)
Semester
Semester Code Courses
714410 Muti-phase Fluid Dynamics (3-0)
1 723303 Advanced Numerical Techniques 705216 Hypersonic/High Temperature
(3-0) Gas Dynamics (3-0)
705210 Aerodynamics (supersonic) (3-0) 605104 Industrial Management & System
715213 Computational Fluid Dynamics (3-0) Engineering (3-0)
705213 Viscous Flow (3-0) 723206 Advanced Partial Differential Equations
2 Elective 1 (3-0)
Elective 2 714804 Methods of Optimization (3-0)
3 Elective 3 705218 Unsteady Aerodynamics (3-0)
Elective 4 705504 Flight Dynamics (3-0)
899903 Thesis I (3-0) 714811 Multidisciplinary Design Optimization (3-0)
4 899904 Thesis II (3-0)

Note: Duration of program is four

semesters including thesis/dissertation;
students must complete a minimum of
30 credit hours including 6 Credit hours
of Thesis to fulfill degree requirements.

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Aerospace Engineering (Local) Electives
Specialization: Propulsion 714322 Advanced Heat Transfer (3-0)
Prerequisites 714324 Advanced Energy Conversion for
BE/BS in any one of the following disciplines Aerospace Systems (3-0)
l Aerospace 714326 Advanced Combustion (3-0)
l Aeronautical
705408 Space Propulsion and Power Systems (3-0)
l Mechanical
705410 Electric Propulsion (3-0)
l Chemical
l Materials Science & Engineering 705412 Aero thermo chemistry of
Valid NTS GAT-General test score with minimum 50 Advanced Propulsion Systems (3-0)
marks. 605403 Combustion & Flow in Rocket Engines (3-0)
705404 Liquid Propellant Rocket Engine
Semester Code Courses System Engineering (3-0)
1 723303 Advanced Numerical Techniques 615211 Process Simulation and CAD of
(3-0) Rocket Engine (3-0)
714320 Heat and Mass Transfer*(3-0) 705216 Hypersonic/High Temperature
705407 Rocket Propulsion*(3-0) Gas Dynamic (3-0)
2 714321 Advanced Aerothermodynamics 614319 Experimental Techniques in Fluid &
*(3-0) Thermal Engineering (2-1)
Elective 1 714224 Advanced Stress Analysis & Thermal
Elective 2 Strength of Structures (3-0)
3 Elective 3 611117 Advanced Materials in Engineering (3-0)
Elective 4 614315 Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning
899903 Thesis I and Refrigeration (3-0)
4 899904 Thesis II 615104 Industrial Management &
System Engineering (3-0)
714808 Turbo Machinery (3-0)
Mandatory Courses 714811 Multidisciplinary Design Optimization
Minimum 9 credit hours (3-0)
Elective Courses
Note: Duration of program is four
The elective courses will be offered from the following
semesters including thesis/dissertation;
list; subject to the availability of specialized faculty and students must complete a minimum of
the number of students interested in each course. 30 credit hours including 6 Credit hours
of Thesis to fulfill degree requirements.

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Aerospace Engineering (Local) Electives
Specialization: Structural Design & Analysis 714227 Advanced Structural Dynamics (3-0)
Prerequisites 714228 Aero Elasticity Theory (3-0)
BE/BS in any one of the following disciplines 714234 Theory of Plasticity (3-0)
l Aerospace
714232 Engineering Mechanics of Composite Material
l Aeronautical
l Mechanical (3-0)
l Manufacturing 714704 Fracture Mechanics (3-0)
l Materials Science & Engineering 714212 Advanced Mechanics of Materials (3-0)
Valid NTS GAT-General test score with minimum 50 714320 Theory of Elasticity (3-0)
marks. 715209 Mathematical modeling and Simulation (3-0)
714706 Experimental Stress Analysis (2-1)
Semester Code Courses
714214 Experimental Methods in Structural Dynamics
1 723303 Advanced Numerical Techniques (2-1)
(3-0) 714216 Nondestructive Evaluation of Structures and
711119 Mechanical Behavior of Materials (3-0)
Materials *(3-0) 714218 Smart Structures (3-0)
714808 Finite Element Methods *(3-0) 714220 Structural Design of Launch Vehicle & Reentry
2 714226 Aerospace Structural Vehicles (3-0)
Analysis *(3-0) 714806 Optimization Techniques in Structural Design
Elective 1 (3-0)
Elective 2 714603 Non-linear Dynamics and Chaos (3-0)
3 Elective 3 600410 Corporate Management (3-0)
Elective 4 714811 Multidisciplinary Design Optimization
899903 Thesis-I (3-0)
4 899904 Thesis-II

Note: Duration of program is four

Mandatory Courses semesters including thesis/dissertation;
Minimum 9 credit hours students must complete a minimum of
Elective Courses 30 credit hours including 6 Credit hours
of Thesis to fulfill degree requirements.
The elective courses will be offered from the following
list; subject to the availability of specialized faculty and
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Aerospace Engineering (Local) Mandatory Courses
Specialization: Aerospace Vehicle Design Minimum 9 credit hours
Prerequisites Elective Courses
BE/BS in any one of the following disciplines
The elective courses will be offered from the following
l Aerospace
l Aeronautical list; subject to the availability of specialized faculty and
l Mechanical the number of students interested in each course.
l Mechatronics
Valid NTS GAT-General test score with minimum 50
marks.
Electives
605103 Aircraft Preliminary Design and Performance
(3-0)
Semester Code Courses
1 705317 Flight Vehicle Guidance, Control & Navigation
723303 Advanced Numerical Techniques
(3-0)
(3-0)
705211 Advanced Aerodynamics (3-0)
705210 Aerodynamics (supersonic)*(3-0)
615207 Computer Aided Design (3-0)
705504 Flight Dynamics*(3-0)
614319 Experimental Techniques in Fluid & Thermal
705105 Aerospace Vehicle Design*(3-0)
Engineering (2-1)
2 Elective 1
705216 Hypersonic/High Temperature Gas Dynamic
Elective 2 (3-0)
3 Elective 3 605314 Digital Control Systems (3-0)
Elective 4 705334 Optimal Control (3-0)
899903 Thesis I 611117 Advanced Materials in Engineering (3-0)
4 899903 Thesis II 708902 Systems Engineering and Analysis (3-0)
708904 Aerospace System Design and Management
(3-0)
714521 Reliability Engineering (3-0)
700311 Partial Differential Equations (3-0)
714811 Multidisciplinary Design Optimization (3-0)

Note: Duration of program is four

semesters including thesis/dissertation;
students must complete a minimum of 30
credit hours including 6 Credit hours of
Thesis to fulfill degree requirements.

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Aerospace Engineering (Local) Mandatory Courses
Specialization: Guidance, Navigation and Minimum 9 credit hours
Control
Elective Courses
Prerequisites
BE/BS in any one of the following disciplines The elective courses will be offered from the following
l Aerospace list; subject to the availability of specialized faculty and
l Aeronautical the number of students interested in each course.
l Mechanical
l Electrical Electives
l Mechatronics 605307 Automatic Control of Flight Vehicles (3-0)
l Computer Science
705319 GPS and its Applications (3-0)
l Avionics
705303 Applied Nonlinear Control of Aerospace
Valid NTS GAT-General test score with minimum 50
marks. Vehicles (3-0)
705328 Interplanetary Navigation and Guidance (3-0)
Semester Code Courses 605341 Spacecraft Navigation (3-0)
1 723303 Advanced Numerical Techniques 714809 Flight and Trajectory Optimization (3-0)
(3-0) 605304 Atmospheric Flight Control (3-0)
705503 Spacecraft Dynamics and 705309 Computer Applications in Guidance and
Control *(3-0) Control (3-0)
708307 Modern Control Theory*(3-0) 705326 Intelligent and Adaptive Control System (3-0)
2 705322 Guidance and Navigation of 705323 Inertial & Integrated Navigation System (3-0)
Aerospace Vehicles (3-0) 705317 Flight Vehicle Guidance, Control & Navigation
(3-0)
Elective 1
705336 Orbit and Attitude Control of Spacecraft (3-0)
Elective 2
3 605339 Orbital Mechanics (3-0)
Elective 3
705330 Linear Feedback Control Systems (3-0)
Elective 4
705332 Multivariable Controls (3-0)
899903 Thesis I 714811 Multidisciplinary Design Optimization (3-0)
4 899903 Thesis II 705704 Space Missions Analysis & Design (3-0)
705504 Flights Dynamics (3-0)

Note: Duration of program is four

semesters including thesis/dissertation;
students must complete a minimum of
30 credit hours including 6 Credit hours
of Thesis to fulfill degree requirements.

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Aerospace Engineering (Local)
Specialization: Global Navigation Satellite
Systems (Local)
Prerequisites
BE/BS in any one of the following disciplines
l Electronics and Communications
Engineering
l Civil Engineering
l Mechatronics Engineering
l Aerospace / Avionics Engineering
l Software and Computer Engineering
l Environmental Engineering
l MSc Electronics / Communication / Physics/
Space Sciences
Valid NTS GAT-General test score with minimum 50
marks.
Introduction:
The Masters of Science in Global
Navigation Satellite Systems (MS
GNSS) at Institute of Space
Technology, Islamabad is a
specialized Master Program
structured according to the GNSS
curriculum proposed and designed
by the United Nations Office for
Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA) and
offered for the very first time in
Pakistan. The MS GNSS course
work consists of eight three credit
hours subjects covering specific
areas of GNSS (theory, technology
and applications) followed by a six
credit hours Thesis. These courses
will also be part of PhD curriculum
for registered PhD students in
GNSS. The requirement of PhD
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Semester
1 720201
720202
720203
2 720204
720205
720206
3 720207
720208
79993
Total Credit Hours (course work)
4 79993
Total MS Credit Hours (course work + Thesis)
degree is successful completion of
six graduate courses of 3 credit
hours each and 30 credit hours
doctoral thesis.
Global Navigation Satellite Systems
(GNSS) include constellations of
Earth-orbiting satellites that
broadcast their locations in space
and time, of networks of ground
control stations, and of receivers
that calculate ground positions by
trilateration. GNSS are used in all
forms of transportation: space
stations, aviation, maritime, rail,
road and mass transit. Positioning,
navigation and timing play a critical
role in telecommunications, land
surveying, law enforcement,
emergency response, precision
agriculture, mining, finance,
scientific research and so on. They
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Courses
Fundamentals of GNSS (3-0)
GNSS Mathematics and Position
Determination Techniques (3-0)
GNSS INS Integration (3-0)
GNSS Receivers (3-0)
Space weather and GNSS (3-0)
Sensors and Embedded System
Design (3-0)
GNSS Applications (3-0)
GNSS Augmentation systems (3-0)
Thesis I (0-3)
(24-0)
Thesis II (0-3)
(30-0)
are used to control computer
networks, air traffic, power grids
and more. Thus the specific
objectives of the implementation of
the MS GNSS degree program are
the demonstration and
understanding of GNSS signals,
codes, biases and practical
applications, and the implications of
prospective modernization.
At present GNSS include two fully
operational global systems, the
United States' Global Positioning
System (GPS) and the Russian
Federation's GLObal NAvigation
Satellite System (GLONASS), as
well as the developing global and
regional systems, namely Europe's
European Satellite Navigation
System (GALILEO) and China's
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COMPASS/BeiDou, India's Regional Navigation Satellite
System (IRNSS) and Japan's Quasi-Zenith Satellite
System (QZSS). Once all these global and regional
systems become fully operational, the user
will have access to positioning, navigation and timing
signals from more than 100 satellites.
In addition to these, there are satellite-based
augmentation systems, such as the United States' Wide-
area Augmentation System (WAAS), the European
Geostationary Navigation Overlay Service (EGNOS), the
Russian System of Differential Correction and Monitoring
(SDCM), the IndianGPS Aided Geo Augmented
Navigation (GAGAN) and Japanese Multi-functional
Transport Satellite (MTSAT) Satellite-based
Augmentation Systems (MSAS). Combining them with
proven terrestrial technologies such as inertial
navigation, will open the door to new applications for
socio- economic benefits. The latter are applications that
require not just accuracy, but in particular reliability
or integrity. Safety-critical transportation applications,
such as the landing of civilian aircraft, have stringent
accuracy and integrity requirements. For developing
countries, GNSS applications offer a cost-effective
way of pursuing sustainable economic growth while
protecting the environment. Satellite navigation and
positioning data are now used in a wide range of areas
that include mapping and surveying, monitoring
of the environment, precision agriculture and natural
resources management, disaster warning and
emergency response, aviation, maritime and land
transportation and research areas such as climate
change and ionospheric studies. In conclusion, as we
move forward in the 21st century, governments
and business in developing and industrialized countries
are exploring potential growth areas for their national
economies. Almost without exception, the most
promising option seems to be outer space, and in
particular satellite positioning, navigation and timing, and
its potential and future almost universal applications.
Course 1 Fundamentals of GNSS
1.1 Introductions to GNSS: Conventional
navigation, background, concepts and
evolutions of global navigation satellite
systems (GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou/
COMPASS) and regional navigations satellite
systems (IRNSS, QZSS). Comparison of GNSS
with other navigation systems;
1.2 Reference systems: Terrestrial, celestial and
orbit coordinate reference system. Height
Systems. Geoid. Time systems,
synchronization and data conversion.
Transformations between coordinate
reference systems. Contribution of the
International GNSS Service (IGS) to providing
access to the International Terrestrial
Reference Frame (ITRF);
1.3 Satellite orbits: Orbital parameters. Orbital
motion, representation (Keplerian elements,
etc.) Determination of satellite position,
visibility and ground tracks;
1.4 Basic techniques of communications:
Propagation of electromagnetic waves.
Antennas and propagation channels. Signal
modulation and multiple accesses. Signal
processing.
Course 2 GNSS Mathematics and Position
determination techniques
2.1 GNSS measurements: pseudo-ranges, carrier
phase and Doppler;
2.2 Position determination techniques (general);
2.3 Single point position technique: models and
estimation methods;
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2.4 Satellite constellation and dilution of
precision: satellite geometry, bounds and
calculations on dilution of precision (DOP).
Course 3 GNSS INS Integration
3.1 Inertial navigation systems. Accelerometer,
Gyroscopes, Inertial platforms, Navigation
equation, Integration of modelling
equations in e-frame;
3.2 INS error dynamics: Simplified analysis,
Error dynamics equations in e-frame, INS
initialization and alignment;
3.3 GNSS/INS integration: Integration mode,
Mathematical model of supported INS
navigation, Observation procedures for
inertial surveying; 6.4. General sensor
fusion concepts.
Course 4 GNSS receivers
4.1 Receiver architecture: Technology, radio-
frequency front end, signal processing
system hardware and software techniques,
software defined radio;
4.2 Signal tracking: Maximum likelihood
estimate of delay and position, delay lock
tracking of signal, coherent and non -
coherent delay lock tracking of pseudo
noise sequences, mean square error
estimation, vector delay lock loop, receiver
noise performance, maximum likelihood
estimate, early late gating;
4.3 Navigation algorithm: Measurement of
pseudo range, Doppler, decoding and using
of navigation data, single point solution,
precise point positioning, dynamics of user,
Kalman filter, least-squares adjustment, and
other alternatives
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Course 5 Space weather and GNSS
5.1 Sources of space weather and related
background physics: Sun, galactic cosmic
rays, magnetosphere, thermosphere,
ionosphere coupling;
5.2 Impact of space weather events on GNSS;
5.3 Satellites, interference with solar radio
emission, radio wave propagation;
5.4 Different view in precise (geodesy, DGPS) and
safety of life (aviation) applications;
5.5 Ionospheric scintillations and their impact,
monitoring and modeling;
5.6 GNSS-based monitoring of the ionosphere by
ground and space based measurements;
5.7 Ionospheric correction and threat models.
Course 6 Sensors and embedded system design
6.1 Sensors and transducers: Introduction,
Sensor classification, characteristics and
compensation, classification of transducers.
Transducer descriptions, parameters,
definitions and terminology;
6.2 Embedded systems: Cell phones, pagers,
PDAs, answering machines, microwave
ovens, televisions, VCRs, CD/DVD players,
video game consoles, GNSS devices, network
routers, fax machines, cameras, music
synthesizers, planes, spacecraft, boats, and
cars all contain embedded processors.
Course 7 GNSS applications
7.1 Geospatial databases: Geo extensions for
Open Source Databases, POSTGRES, MySQL
etc.
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7.2 GNSS navigation: Professional and
personal, GIS/mapping, Surveying, Natural
Hazards management, Earth sciences,
Natural resources, Infrastructure;
7.3 Navigation and communication: Integrated
application;
7.4 Communication, navigation and
surveillance: Integrated application;
7.5 GNSS applications for remote sensing of
the atmosphere and space weather: Radio
occultation technique for monitoring
terrestrial weather (temperature and water
vapour) and monitoring ionospheric
weather (electron density and total electron
content);
7.6 Revenue model for value added services;
7.7
Management, team work, intellectual
property, business in GNSS.
Course 8 GNSS augmentation systems
8.1 Errors in GNSS measurements: functional
model and fundamental error equation,
effect of GDO, classes of ranging errors and
biases;
8.2 Error budget, user equivalent range error,
position accuracy with one sigma and three
sigma errors;
8.3 Error mitigation techniques: real time
kinematic (RTK), differential GNSS
(DGGNSS), local area DGNSS, wide area
DGNSS;
8.4 Augmented systems: Wide Area
Augmentation System (WAAS), European
Geostationary Navigation Overlay Service
(EGNOS), System of Differential Correction
and Monitoring (SDCM), Multi-functional
Transport Satellite (MTSAT) Satellite based
Augmentation System (MSAS), GPS Aided
Geo Augmented Navigation (GAGAN), etc;
8.5 GNSS networks: Global, regional and local
GNSS Permanent Networks and geodetic
infrastructure for real positioning services;
8.6 GNSS impact factors and mitigation
techniques: Orbit errors, clock errors,
multipath, troposphere, ionosphere including
higher order ionospheric refraction effects,
vulnerability against space weather, jamming;
Laboratory experiments, field visits, project
work
l Coordinate and time conversion, and reference
system transformations
l GNSS/INS equipment
l GNSS data formats: Receiver Independent Exchange
Format (RINEX), Real-Time GNSS Data Transmission
Standard (RTCM), United States National Marine
Electronics Association (NMEA)
l Single point positioning solution
l High precision post processed GNSS
l Experiment with DGPS
l Experiment with RTK receivers
l Experiment to demonstrate accuracy improvement
using satellite-based augmentation system (SBAS);
l Design aspects of software for integrating location-
based services with position, for example,
Smartphone applications
l Design of application: Combining satellite navigation
with satellite communication (Fleet monitoring)
l Design of application: Combining satellite navigation
with satellite communication (Disaster management)
l Design of computer simulated receiver based on
software defined radio
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Course Description (Local MS)
600309 Engineering Mathematics (R)
Review of engineering mathematics,
linear algebra, differential equations,
solution of the linear equations set,
matrix characteristic value and
computation of characteristic vector,
Non-linear equations and iterative
decomposition solving method of
non-linear equations set,
Interpolation and approximation,
geometry, trigonometry
690112 Matlab/Simulink (R)
Matlab fundamentals, matrix and
array operations, plotting, M files,
scripts and functions, program
control statements and introduction
to simulink
610505 Programming Language (R)
Design an object oriented solution to
a problem, concepts of
encapsulation, inheritance,
polymorphism, and overloading,
parameter-passing mechanisms for
C++ functions, mechanisms for
programming tasks, looping and
selection structures, structures for
the steps of algorithm, write
programs which perform sequential
input and output using either
keyboard and screen or files, use
one-and two-dimensional arrays
600404 Communication Skills (R)
Introduction, listening and speaking
skills, types of communication,
communication strategies, technical
report writing, research
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documentation, speech and
pronunciation, presentation
environment, presentation
configuration, presentation
strategies, illustrations, designing of
effective visual aids
700313 Numerical Analysis
(3-0)
Solution of the Linear equations set,
Matrix characteristic value and
computation of characteristic vector,
Non-linear equations and iterative
decomposition solving method of
non-linear equations set,
Interpolation and approximation,
Numerical integration, Numerical
solution of the initial value problems
of the common differential equation
705209 Aerodynamics (supersonic)
(3-0)
Theory of supersonic flow, formation
of bow shock and oblique shock
wave, aerofoil shapes for high speed
flight, aerodynamic shapes of bodies
for high speed flight, concept of
lifting bodies, compressibility effect,
aircraft handling requirements at
supersonic speeds
Flight Dynamics (3-0)
The course includes dynamics and
control of aircraft, Linear systems
theory, state equations, transfer
functions, stability, time and
frequency response, Aircraft
longitudinal and lateral flight
dynamics
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790110 Computational Fluid
Dynamics (3-0)
Classification, implicit & explicit
methods, iterative & time/space
marching schemes, grids, boundary
conditions, aerospace applications,
Finite-difference; finite volume
methods for solution of Nervier-
Strokes & Euler equations,
Classification of partial differential
equations and solution techniques.
Truncation errors, stability,
conservation and monotonicity,
Differencing strategies. Advanced
solution algorithms, Grid generation,
Construction of complex CFD
algorithms, Current applications, Use
of CFD codes
705211 Viscous Flow (3-0)
Laminar boundary-layer theory, three-
dimensional and compressible
boundary layers, Laminar-flow
instability theory, transition,
Introduction to the mechanics of
turbulence, turbulent free shear
flows and boundary layers,
Computational and general solution
methods, Stability of laminar flows,
transition and turbulent flow
705212 Turbulent Fluid Flow (3-0)
Description of turbulent flow, Flow
equations, vorticity dynamics,
Reynolds-averaged equations,
engineering turbulence models,
Theory of homogeneous turbulence,
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spectral dynamics, Shear flow
turbulence, mean and fluctuating
structure of free and wall-bounded
turbulent flows Qualitative features of
turbulence, Statistical and spectral
representation of turbulent velocity
fields, averages, moments,
correlations, length and time scales
and the energy cascade, Averaged
equations of motion, closure
requirements, Reynolds stress,
dissipation rate. Isotropic turbulence,
homogeneous shear flows, free shear
flows, wall bounded flows. Scalar
transport, particulate transport
705104 Aerospace Vehicle Design
(3-0)
Multidisciplinary integration of
aerodynamics, performance, stability
and control, propulsion, structures
and aero elasticity in a system
approach aimed at designing
aerospace vehicles for a set of
specifications, Includes weight
estimates, configuration and power
plant selection, maneuver and gust
diagrams, wing loading and numerical
analysis
705210 Advanced Aerodynamics (3-0)
Two- and three-dimensional potential
flow about wings and bodies;
Unsteady aerodynamics, slender-body
theory, Viscous effects, airfoil stall,
high-lift systems, boundary-layer
control, Wings and bodies at
transonic and supersonic speeds,
numerical methods
714315 Advanced
Aerothermodynamics (3-0)
Aerothermodynamics of Aerospace
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vehicles,(missiles, space planes, air-
breathers), flight dynamics (trajectory,
range, stability), aerothermodynamics
(fluid dynamics, thermodynamics,
aerodynamics, heating) and
propulsion systems (scramjets,
combined cycles)
714316 Advanced Heat Transfer (3-0)
Different modes of heat transfer, i.e.
Conduction, Convection and Radiation
2-D steady and 1-D unsteady
problems in conduction, Forced and
free convection and the equations of
motion, energy and mass
conservation
714318 Advanced Combustion (3-0)
Fundamentals of combustion
systems, fire and explosion
phenomena, Thermochemistry,
chemical kinetics, laminar flame
propagation, detonations and
explosions, flammability and ignition,
spray combustion and the use of
computer techniques in combustion
problems, Thermodynamics of gas
mixtures, chemical kinetics,
conservation equations for multi-
component reacting gas mixtures,
deflagration and detonation waves.
Nozzle flows and boundary layers
with reaction and diffusion
705405 Rocket Propulsion
(3-0)
Analysis of liquid and solid propellant
rocket power plants, propellant
thermo chemistry, heat transfer,
system considerations. Low-thrust
rockets, multi-stage rockets,
trajectories in powered flight, electric
propulsion, Space Propulsion and
Power Systems, Analysis and
performance of chemical and nuclear
rockets, electric propulsion systems,
Introduction to solar, chemical,
thermoelectric and nuclear power
sources, Aerothermochemistry of
Advanced Propulsion Systems,
Physics and chemistry needed to
analyze high performance rocket
propulsion systems including reacting
high temperature radiating gas and
plasma flows
711116 Mechanical Behavior of
Materials (3-0)
Types of stresses and strains, elastic
and plastic deformation, defects and
imperfections in single and
polycrystalline materials, classification
of defects, tensile, compression,
torsion, bend, impact and fracture,
toughness testing of materials. Effect
of strain rate on flow properties of
materials, fracture mechanics, fatigue,
creep and stress rupture of materials,
Griffth and Orwan theory of fracture
of materials, factors affecting fatigue,
stress rupture test, Nabaroo-Herring
and coble creep, embrittlement and
its types, materials' selection and
failure analysis,case studies
714806 Finite Element Methods (3-0)
Introduction to Finite Element Method
(FEM), mathematics preliminaries,
truss analysis, variational and
weighted residual formulations,
general approach to structural
analysis, cn continuous shape
function, stress analysis for one &
two-dimensional problems of
structures, beam analysis, and ANSYS
software for FEA analysis
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71449 Aerospace Structural Analysis 714221 Aero Elasticity Theory (3-0) 714224 Theory of Elasticity
(3-0) Equations of the theory of elasticity (3-0)
Stress analysis of elastic structures in different co-ordinate system, Basic definitions of strain and stress
for aerospace application under solution to plane stress and plane tensors, derive strain-deformation
different loading conditions, Shear strain problems, Fourier relationships for finite and small
flow distribution in thin-wall transformation method and St. deformations, derive compatibility
structures, Bending and torsion Venant's principle, Solution to plates conditions for strain tensors,
analysis of thin walled structure, of various profiles and end equilibrium equations and formulate
Buckling of thin plates, columns,
conditions along with the most constitutive properties of
shear panels, compression panels
commonly used numerical energy orthotropic and isotropic elastic
and thin walled circular and conical
methods materials. Introduce the Airy stress
cylinder
functions for 2-D plane stress and
714222 Theory of Plasticity plane strain problems in Cartesian
714223 Mechanics of Composite and Cylindrical coordinate systems
(3-0)
Structures (3-0)
Foundations of plasticity,
14221 Aero Elasticity Theory (3-0)
elastoplastic bending and torsion, 690108 Mathematical Modeling and
Composite material and their Simulation (3-0)
plastic analysis of beams and
constituents, Unidirectional
frames, further solutions of Introduction to a Dynamic systems
composites behavior of laminated
elastoplastic problems, theory of and control, modeling and analysis
composite plates under various
the Slipline field, steady problems in techniques, the fundamentals and
loading conditions, classical
plane strain applications of control systems,
lamination theory, effective stiffness
transfer functions, sensitivity and
properties of composites,
714705 Fracture Mechanics (3-0) robust control and digital control.
Constitutive description of
Fundamental concepts, elastic- Case studies related to motion
laminated plates, Laminated plate
plastic fracture mechanics, dynamic control system design,
theory, Edge effects in laminates,
and time-dependent fracture, electromechanical system design,
Nonlinear theory of generally
fracture mechanisms in metals and vehicle suspension design and
laminated plates, Governing
nonmetals, fracture toughness aircraft response modes
equations in the Von Karman sense,
testing of metals, fracture testing
Laminated plates with moderately
on nonmetals, fatigue crack 714704 Experimental Stress
large deflections, Post buckling and
propagation, environmentally Analysis (2-1)
nonlinear vibration of laminated
assisted cracking in metals, Elementary elasticity and fracture
plates, Failure theories and
computational fracture mechanics mechanics, strain-measurement
experimental results for laminates
methods and related
A614212 Advanced Mechanics of instrumentation, optical methods of
714220 Advanced Structural
Materials (3-0) stress analysis, coating methods
Dynamics (3-0)
Elasticity, shear center and and application of statistics
Free and forced vibration of single-
unsymmetrical bending, curved
degree-of-freedom, two-degree-of-
flexible members and stresses in
freedom and multiple-degree-of-
flat plates, torsion of non-circular
freedom, determination of natural
sections, stresses in rotary sections
frequencies and mode shapes,
and contact stresses
continuous systems, vibration
control

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714213 Experimental Methods in
Structural Dynamics (2-1)
Vibration analysis Overview,
experimental methods in vibration
analysis, vibration measuring
instruments, selection of sensors,
accelerometer mountings, vibration
exciters-mechanical, hydraulic,
electromagnetic and
electrodynamics, frequency
measuring instruments, system
identification from frequency
response, testing for resonance and
mode shapes
714215 Smart Structures
(3-0)
Analysis, design and implementation
of smart structures and systems,
modeling of beams and plates with
induced strain actuation, shape
memory alloys, electro-rheological
fluids, magnetostrictor and
electrostricter actuators and fiber
optic sensors
714805 Optimization Techniques in
Structural Design (3-0)
Unconstrained and constrained
optimization techniques, advanced
optimization techniques, static and
dynamic applications
714217 Nonlinear Dynamics and
Chaos (3-0)
Modeling of Duffing-type Mathieu
systems, sources of geometrical
and material non-linearity, non-
dimensionalisation of equation of
motion, methods of harmonic
balance and simple perturbation,
review of Floquet theory, basics of
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stability analysis, chaotic dynamics,
how to identify chaotic vibrations,
point attractors and limit cycles in
autonomous systems, periodic and
chaotic attractors, bifurcations and
Lyapunov exponent, applications in
the physical sciences
708305 Modern Control Theory (3-0)
Applications of modern control
theory to flight control, Controller
design based on optimal control
techniques. Nonlinear system theory
applications, typical aerospace
control methods such as model
following, load alleviation, and flutter
suppression, recent advances in
aerospace vehicle control
705320 Guidance and Navigation of
Aerospace Vehicles (3-0)
Principles of guidance systems for
spacecraft, launch vehicles, homing
and ballistic missiles. Optimal
guidance, Interplanetary transfer
guidance with low thrust, Principles
of inertial navigation, theory and
applications of the Global
Positioning System, Celestial
navigation procedures, application
of Kalman filtering to recursive
navigation theory
605310 Automatic Control of Flight
Vehicles (3-0)
Application of classical and modern
linear control theory to automatic
control of flight vehicles. Spacecraft
attitude control, control of flexible
vehicles, Linear-quadratic regulator
and pole-placement design
applications
705319 Optimal Control
(3-0)
The optimal control problem,
Variational approach, Pontryagin's
principle, Hamilton-Jacobi equation,
Dynamic programming, Time-
optimal, minimum fuel, minimum
energy control systems, the regulator
problem, Structures and properties of
optimal controls
605326 Orbital Mechanics
(3-0)
Review of 2-body problem, Orbit
perturbation analysis, Gravity field
expansions and effects on orbiters, 3-
body problem with applications
714804 Methods of Optimization
(3-0)
Applications of unconstrained and
constrained parameter optimization,
dynamic programming and optimal
control theory to problems in
aerodynamics, aerospace structures,
flight dynamics and control and
aerospace design, numerical
methods of optimization
790602 Systems Engineering and
Analysis (3-0)
Introduction to organized
multidisciplinary approach to
designing and developing systems,
Concepts, principles and practice of
systems engineering as applied to
large integrated systems, Life-cycle
costing, scheduling, risk
management, functional analysis,
conceptual and detail design, test
evaluation and systems engineering
planning and organization
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705105 Aerospace System Design
and Management (3-0)
The course will offer a
comprehensive introduction to
modern design and management
methods. The course will
concentrate on successful
management examples of complex
aerospace projects
790701 Reliability Engineering (3-0)
Introduction to reliability engineering,
basic concepts from statistics, the
quantification of reliability and its
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related functions, analysis of
reliability data, load-strength,
interference, reliability in design and
testing
690107 Computer Aided Design
(3-0)
Computer generation of geometric
models, calculation of design
parameters, trade-off diagrams and
finite-element modeling and analysis
79993 Thesis (0-6)
Individual project based work carried
2016
out under the supervision of one or
more members of academia. Each
project requires background
reading, investigation, analysis,
experimentation and/or
development, testing, data
gathering, data analysis and
evaluation of results. The balance
between the various aspects will
vary from project to project but all
should include experimentation,
numerical analysis or innovative
data processing and critical analysis
of the results

Local PhD Program

PhD in Aerospace Engineering
Eligibility Criteria
l 18 years of education in
Aerospace/Mechanical/
Engineering from any HEC
recognized University/Institute.
Minimum Cumulative grade point
average (CGPA) of 3.00 out of
band 4.00 in MS or 70% marks in
case where CGPA is not
available. One 2nd division/C-
grade/less than 60% is allowed
in the entire academic career
except in the terminal degree (MS)
l 4 PhD programs are being
offered:
1. Structural Design Analysis (SDA)
2. Guidance Navigation & Control
(GNC)
3. Global Navigation of Satellite
Systems (GNSS)
4. Propulsion
l Candidate must provide a valid
score of more than 60 in
Graduate Assessment Test
(GAT)-Subject, taken by National
Testing Services (NTS), at the
time of admission. In case
candidate fulfill other major
requirements of admission
except valid GAT-Subject score, a
maximum of one semester can
be allowed to a PhD candidate
for passing GAT-subject test and
candidate will be only
provisionally enrolled in PhD till
that time
l In case NTS Test subject is not
available, the examination
admission committee will
conduct test at IST with 70%
marks as passing marks
l Candidates having International
GRE-Subject score of more than
or equal to 60th percentile in
their field of specialization do
not need to pass GAT-subject
Course work
l Minimum 18 credit hours of
course work must be
undertaken with at least CGPA
of 3.0 out of band 4.0
Migration/ Transfer of the
courses from other
Universities/ Institutes is
allowed as per IST Migration/
Transfer policy
l The list of six PhD courses
must have been approved by
DBGS
l The DBGS will also assign
student a supervisor as per IST
Policy in vogue after conduct
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Comprehensive Examination
Comprehensive examination is
conducted after successful
completion of PhD course work.
Student will be required to appear in
comprehensive exam within year
after completion of course work.
Schedule and structure of this exam
will be as per IST policy.
Students, who fails in comprehensive
exam, will be allowed only once to
reappear, failing which, the PhD-
studentship will be terminated from
IST
Research Proposal
After successfully passing
comprehensive exam, a student will
write research proposal and
present/defend proposal in front of
DBGS. The presentation/defense of
proposal will be accepted or rejected
by DBGS
Research Work
l 24 credit hours of research work
spanning over at least two years
through continuous registration in
Thesis-I, Thesis-II, Thesis-III, and
Thesis-IV of 6 credits each
l Two research publications in
journal(s) of W-category, defined
by HEC, and these publications
should also be ranked by Journal
Quality Ranking System (JQRS)
(http://jqrs.ist.edu.pk), defined by
IST. It is important to mention
that only W-category journals of
HEC are ranked in JQRS. The
publications topic(s) should be
*Committee comprises of one internal (field experts in the department other than supervisor) and two external examiners (field
experts from any other HEC recognized Institute.
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relevant to the PhD specialization l Successful
area of research presentation/defense of
synopsis
PhD Thesis l Two research publications in
On the successful completion of JQRS indexed journals
research work, the student will write l At least two evaluations by the
a detailed report/ thesis about experts from technologically
research outcome. This thesis/ report
advanced countries, defined by
will then be recommended by DGBS. HEC (Foreign experts)
Moreover, A plagiarism check will
l Evaluation of thesis by at least
also be and endorsed by the
respective supervisor as per HEC two local experts (National
policy. After getting a clearance universities experts)
certificate, this thesis will be sent to l Successfully defending the
the international reviewer of thesis in front of Defense
technologically advanced countries Committee Approval by
(see guidelines of HEC for the Graduate Studies & Research
advance countries list) and national Council (GSRC)
expert of the relevant research area.
An open defense of the thesis after
positive feedback from foreign and
national expert will be arranged. This
defense will be conducted in the
presence of defense committee and
general audience. A viva meeting
between candidate and defense
committee to discuss corrections
required in the dissertation will be
held and the candidate will be
informed about the outcome of
defense
Award of PhD Degree
A PhD degree will be awarded to the
students after completion the
following requirements
l Successful completion of course
work (18 credit hours)
l Successful completion of
comprehensive exam
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DEPARTMENT OF
Electrical Engineering
www.ist.edu.pk/ee
The Department of Electrical
Engineering (EE) runs an
internationally recognized
academic program in Electrical
Engineering with specializations
in Wireless Communications,
Signal and Image Processing,
Network and Communication
Security and RF and
Microwave. The department
consists of experienced faculty,
well-equipped classrooms and
state-of-the-art lab facilities. The
department provides continuous
academic improvement through
consultation with faculty,
industry, communication
engineering professionals and
students.
The focus of this course is on the
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design, analysis, development
and testing of communication
systems; encompassing both
wired and wireless
communications technologies
and along with in depth
knowledge of signal and image
processing techniques. The
curriculum is designed to provide
students with advanced
principles and application of
modulation and demodulation
methods, digital
communications, digital signal
processing, coding techniques,
image processing, video
sequence analysis, computer
vision & 3D, wireless
technologies, fiber-optics and
satellite systems.
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Department of Electrical Engineering
Mission Statement cost effective and innovative leadership in advising society on
Mission of the department is to solutions the wisdom of specific
offer an open and thinking developments, and will act with
environment that spurs: interest in honesty and integrity, with
l To produce graduate engineers
research; emphasizes teaching courage and compassion
who will contribute effectively
excellence; meet the educational by solving complex engineering
and personal needs of students; problems, as leader and/or team l To practice professional ethics
incorporate collaborative research members under all circumstances
with other universities and relevant
industry; effective teaching;
academic advising; counseling; and l To act responsibly within society l To foster personal and
through university- sponsored in light of the obligations that organizational success in a
cultural, recreational, and engineers have to design and dynamic, globalized professional
extracurricular programs. develop effective products that environment. Driven to
are of positive value to the continuous lifelong learning by
society, and will practice an inherent desire of discovery
Program Educational and societal improvement
Objectives
l Coordinate the electrical
engineering program's
educational objectives, and
learning outcomes with the
objectives of National
Telecommunication Policy,
National Space Policy and vision
of the President of Pakistan

l To produce engineers who can

develop engineering solutions
that are well-conceived and
carefully implemented to meet
public and private sector needs

l To produce graduate engineers

who would be thoroughly
equipped with necessary tools
and skills set to carry out
research in pursuit of developing

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Local MS Programs
MS Electrical Engineering with specialization in Mandatory Courses
Wireless Communication 708604 Advanced Digital Communication
Prerequisites 708606 Advanced Wireless Communication
Sixteen years of engineering education with strong 708608 Advanced Satellite Communication
background in the following areas Electives
l Electrical
715220 Simulation and Modeling
l Electronics
l Telecommunications
709004 Communication Security Protocols
l Communications
Engineering: Authentication and Key
l Industrial Electronics
Management Protocols
l Computer Engineering 508505 Adaptive Filters
l Other - subject to approval by the department 708511 Signal Estimation & Detection Theory
Valid NTS GAT- General test score with minimum 50 608205 Telecommunication Systems & Networks
marks. 708206 Wireless Sensor Networks
7xxxxx Embedded System Design
Semester Code Courses
7xxxxx Advanced Microwave Engineering
1 623205 Advanced Engineering Mathematics
6xxxxx Physical Layer Communication Security
705501 Stochastic Processes and Random
Variables Note: Duration of the program is two years including
708506 Advanced Digital SignalProcessing thesis/dissertation. Minimum 30 credit hours are
2 708604 Advanced Digital Communication required.
708606 Advanced Wireless Communication
Elective I
3 708608 Advanced Satellite Communication
Elective II
899903 Thesis
4 899903 Thesis/Dissertation

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MS Electrical Engineering with Specialization Mandatory Courses
in Signal and Image Processing 708507 Advanced Digital Image Processing
Prerequisites 708508 Pattern Recognition
Sixteen years of engineering education with strong 708423 Computer Vision & 3D
background in the following areas
l Electrical
l Electronics
Electives
l Telecommunications 715220 Simulation and Modeling
l Communications 709004 Communication Security Protocols
l Industrial Electronics Engineering: Authentication and Key
l Computer Engineering Management Protocols
l Other - subject to approval by the departent 508505 Adaptive Filters
Valid NTS GAT- General test score with minimum 50 708511 Signal Estimation & Detection Theory
marks. 608205 Telecommunication Systems & Networks
708206 Wireless Sensor Networks
Semester Code Courses
7xxxxx Embedded System Design
1 623205 Advanced Engineering 7xxxxx Advanced Microwave Engineering
Mathematics 6xxxxx Physical Layer Communication Security
705501 Stochastic Processes and
Random Variables
708506 Advanced Digital Signal
Processing
2 708507 Advanced Digital Image
Processing
708508 Pattern Recognition
Elective 1
3 708423 Computer Vision & 3D
Elective 2
899903 Thesis
4 899903 Thesis/Dissertation

Note: Duration of the program is two

years including thesis/dissertation.
Minimum 30 credit hours are required.

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MS Electrical Engineering with Specialization in Mandatory Courses
RF and Microwave 608704 Advanced Electromagnetic Field Theory
Prerequisites 708707 RF Circuit Design and Analysis
Sixteen years of engineering education with strong 608705 Antenna/Antenna Array Theory and Design
background in the following areas
l Electrical
l Electronics Electives
l Telecommunications 715220 Simulation and Modeling
l Communications 709004 Communication Security Protocols
l Industrial Electronics Engineering: Authentication and Key
l Computer Engineering Management Protocols
l Other - subject to approval by the department
508505 Adaptive Filters
Valid NTS GAT- General test score with minimum 50
marks. 708511 Signal Estimation & Detection Theory
608205 Telecommunication Systems & Networks
Semester Code Courses 708206 Wireless Sensor Networks
1 623205 Advanced Engineering 7xxxxx Embedded System Design
Mathematics 7xxxxx Advanced Microwave Engineering
705501 Stochastic Processes & Random
Variables Note: Duration of the program is two
years including thesis/dissertation.
708506 Advanced Digital Signal Processing
Minimum 30 credit hours are required.
2 608704 Advanced Electromagnetic Field
Theory
708707 RF Circuit Design and Analysis
Elective I
3 608705 Antenna and Arrays Theory and
Design
Elective II
899903 Thesis
4 899903 Thesis/Dissertation

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MS Electrical Engineering with
2016
Mandatory Courses
Specialization in Network & Communication 609001 Cryptography and Network Security
Security 609002 Introduction to Cyber Security: Intrusion
Prerequisites Detection/Prevention, Malware Analysis,
Sixteen years of engineering education with strong Digital Forensics and Infrastructure Ethical
background in the following areas Hacking
l Electrical 609005 Wireless Networks Security
l Electronics
l Telecommunications Electives
l Communications 715220 Simulation and Modeling
l Industrial Electronics 709004 Communication Security Protocols
l Computer Engineering Engineering: Authentication and Key
l Other - Subject to approval by the Department Management Protocols
Valid NTS GAT-General test score with minimum 50
508505 Adaptive Filters
marks.
708511 Signal Estimation & Detection
Theory
Semester Code Courses
608205 Telecommunication Systems &
Networks
1 623205 Advanced Engineering
708206 Wireless Sensor Networks
Mathematics
Embedded System Design
705501 Stochastic Processes & Random
7xxxxx Advanced Microwave
Variables
Engineering
708506 Advanced Digital Signal
6xxxxx Physical Layer Communication Security
Processing
2 609001 Cryptography and Network
Note: Duration of the program is two
Security years including thesis/dissertation.
609002 Introduction to Cyber Security: Minimum 30 credit hours are required.
Intrusion Detection/Prevention,
Malware Analysis, Digital
Forensics and Infrastructure
Ethical Hacking
Elective 1
3 609005 Wireless Networks Security
Elective 2
899903 Thesis
4 899903 Thesis/Dissertation

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Course Description
608205 Telecom Systems &
Networks
Telecommunication Networks,
Telephone Network Evolution,
Digital Networks, Introduction to
Transmission Principles Service &
Signal Characteristics, Physical
Communication Channels
(Radio/fiber/lines), Signal
Impairments, Design for Quality of
Service (QoS), Digital Transmission,
Baseband Digital Transmission,
Band pass Digital Transmission,
Packet Networks Open Systems,
Data Transmission Techniques, Link
Layer Principles and Protocols,
Network and Transport Protocols,
Telecommunication and Packet
Networks, Tele-traffic / Queuing
Theory Statistics background,
Introduction to Queuing Theory,
Steady state analysis methods,
Single Server Queues, Queuing
Systems, Effect of Queue Discipline,
Multiple Server Queues, Assorted
Advanced Queues, Tele-traffic
Examples
708608 Satellite Communications/A
Introduction to Satellite Systems,
Satellite Systems Planning, Satellite
Organizations and state-of-the-art
review, Regulation of the spectrum,
Satellite Systems Business.
Orbital Mechanics (Satellite Orbits,
Earth-Satellite Geometry, Coordinate
Systems, Coverage area. Slant
range. Azimuth and Elevation
Angles, Orbital Perturbations,
Station Keeping, Launcher
Systems). Spacecraft Environment.
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Overview of Satellite Subsystems
and details of Communication
Subsystem and Telemetry Tracking
Command & Control Subsystem.
The RF link Equation, Power flux
density, Equivalent isotropic
radiated power (EIRP), Noise
temperature, C/No. Eb/No. G/T, Free
space loss, Decibel (dB) notation.
Uplink, downlink and composite
performance. Intermodulation
products, Backoff, Polarization, Rain
Loss and Atmospheric Effects,
Modulation and Coding Schemes,
Transponder (Transparent,
Regenerative and on-board
processing Transponders). Ground
Station Technology. Advanced
Multiple Access Schemes
EE-764 Spacecraft Systems Design
Geocentric Orbits & Orbital
Maneuvers, Basic Orbits, Real
Orbits, Orbital Manoeuvres. Attitude
Dynamics & Attitude Control
Systems, Rigid Body Dynamics,
Attitude control Systems, Attitude
Determination, Getting to Orbit,
Propulsion Technology, Launch
Vehicles
708607 Advanced Mobile
Communications/A
Concept of a wireless channel.
Shannon system model.
Propagation mechanisms. Scales of
channel variation. System types. The
cellular concept. Sectorization,
Diversity, Traffic Capacity, Network
Dimensioning, Cell Planning,
System Capacity and Interference,
2016
GSM, GPRS, EDGE, 3G, 4G, LTE,
LTE-A
708604 Advanced Digital
Communications
Introduction to source coding,
Quantization, Prediction,
Redundancy removals, Time and
frequency domain speech coding,
Transform coding of Image/video,
Entropy coding of image/video,
Standards, Future Research area,
Error Control Coding: Introduction,
Implementation, Convolutional
codes, Simple Linear block Codes,
Serial Concatenation, Modulation:
Introduction to digital modulations,
Phase Shift Keying, FSK, Bandwidth-
efficient modulations, Spectrally
controlled modulation
708510 Stochastic Processes &
Random Variables
Review of probability and random
variables, random walk, Stochastic
Processes definition, methods of
description, time averaging and
ergodicity, continuity, integration
and differentiation, autocorrelation,
power spectral density, response of
linear systems to stochastic inputs,
classes of stochastic processes,
Shot noise, thermal noise, point
processes, Markov processes,
Gaussian processes, Mean square
error filtering, orthogonality,
smoothing, prediction, stochastic
gradient algorithm, innovations,
Weiner filter, Kalman filter, queuing
theory, Poisson arrivals
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708606 Advanced Wireless
Communications
Wireless Channel Models,
Performance of Wireless Channels,
Noise and Interference, Pathloss
and Shadowing, Equalization,
Diversity and Space-Time Coding,
Diversity Multiplexing Tradeoffs,
Wireless Networks and Resource
Management, Wireless Networks
for fixed mobile systems, MIMO,
Digital Modulation over Wireless
Channels
EE-753 Antennas & Wave
Propagation
Electromagnetic wave propagation
Electromagnetic fields, Plane
Waves, Maxwell's equations,
Poynting Vectors, Hertzian Dipole.
Antenna parameters Isotropic
radiators, Spherical Coordinates,
Effective Area/Aperture, Gain,
Directivity Link Budget, Impedance,
Return Loss, VSWR, Polarisation,
Radiation Resistance, Far Field
Criteria, Beamwidth, Near/Far
relations, Reciprocity, SAR. Small
Antenna design Dipoles,
Monopoles, Meandered
Monopoles, Loops, Bandwidth,
Conductors and Dielectric Loading.
Antenna Characterization Use of
VNA, Transmission Lines, Antenna
Pattern Measurements etc. Linear
Array Antenna and their designs.
Typical examples of different types
of Antenna and their principles of
operations: Yagi-Uda, Cassegrain
Reflector, Helix, QHA, Log Periodic
Dipole Array, Waveguide Horn
Antenna, a brief practical hands on
experience in designing, building
and characterizing small antennas
for a mobile terminal and justify
2016
measurements carried out on
completed antenna designs. Free
space propagation. Polarization in a
propagation environment, Reflection
- Specular reflection. Fresnel
coefficients, polarization effects.
Rough and random surfaces.
Refraction Refractive index. Snell's
Law. Fresnel Transmission
Coefficients. Diffraction Huygen's
Principle. Knife-Edge Diffraction.
Fresnel Zones. Path Loss: Free
space loss. Plane earth loss.
Spherical earth effects. Path profiles
Lines of sight and non-line of
sight. Tropospheric refraction N-
units. Effective earth radius. Review
of link budget calculations
Maximum acceptable path loss,
noise. Scales of Variation in Mobile
Systems Path loss. Shadowing.
Fast Fading. Forms of models:
Stochastic and Deterministic.
Shadowing Statistics. Availability
at cell edge and over cell area.
Multipath Effects: Fast Fading
Statistics. Doppler Effect. Antenna
interaction in the environment
MEG, Tropospheric Effects Rain
& Hydrometeor Attenuation.
Gaseous Attenuation. Tropospheric
Refraction. Tropospheric
Scintillation. Depolarisation. Sky
Noise Calculation. Ionospheric
Effects Faraday Rotation. Group
Delay. Dispersion. Ionospheric
Scintillation
715220 Simulation and Modeling
Brief Mathematical Review,
Background on Search and
Optimization, Direct Search
Techniques, Least-Squares-Type
Methods, Stochastic Approximation
for Linear and Nonlinear Systems,
Search Methods Motivated by
Physical Processes, Model Building,
Simulation-Based Optimization,
Markov Chain Monte Carlo, Input
Selection and Experimental Design
708506 Advanced Digital Signal
Processing
Discrete Time Signals And Systems,
Linear, Time Invariance, Causality,
Stability, Properties of LTI Systems,
Linear Constant Coefficient
Difference Equations, Eigen
Functions For LTI Systems, Fourier
Transform Theorems, The Z-
transform, Region Of Convergence,
Inverse Z-transform, Z-transform
Properties, Sampling, Multi-rate
Signal Processing, Quantization
Errors, Transform Analysis of LTI
Systems, Minimum Phase Systems,
Generalized Linear Phase,
Structures For Discrete Time
Systems, Filter Design, DFT,
Computation of DFT, FFT Algorithm,
Decimation In Time & Decimation In
Frequency FFT, The Chirp Transform
Algorithm, Homomorphic Signal
Processing, Discrete Hilbert
Transform
708507 Advanced Digital Image
Processing
Image analysis, Preprocessing,
Image enhancement, Discrete
transforms, Fourier analysis,
discrete cosine, filtering, wavelet
analysis, Freq. filters, Morphological
image processing, point, line and
edge detection, geometric
transforms, image compression:
system model, lossy and lossless
methods
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708508 Pattern Recognitions
Introduction to Pattern Recognition,
Features, Statistical Decision
Methods, Bayesian Decision Theory,
Structural and Hybrid Methods,
Principal Component Analysis (PCA)
and Linear Discriminant Analysis
(LDA), Hidden Markov Models,
String matching algorithms,
Dynamic Time Warping, Linear
Discriminant Functions, Support
Vector Machines
708423 Computer Vision and 3D
Color image processing, multi-
sensor images, and extraction of
structural features from images,
recognition methods for computer
vision, 3D modeling, stereoscopy,
3D image reconstruction, Video
Analysis and compression
609001 Cryptography and Network
Security
Cryptology and simple
cryptosystems; Conventional
encryption techniques; Stream and
block ciphers; DES, 3DES etc;
Stream ciphers, Semantic security,
Block ciphers and pseudorandom
functions, Message integrity. CBC-
MAC, HMAC, PMAC, and CW-MAC,
Collision resistant hashing,
Authenticated encryption, Public key
Encryption, Public Key
Infrastructure, RSA and Discrete
Logarithms; Elliptic curves; Digital
signatures. Key management
schemes; Identification schemes;
Dial-up security. E-mail security,
PGP, S-MIME; Kerberos and
directory authentication. Emerging
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Internet security standards; SET;
SSL and IPsec; VPNs; Firewalls;
CCM, GCM, TLS, and IPsec, Basic
key exchange: Diffie-Hellman, RSA,
and Merkle puzzles, Network
Security Principles Authentication
overview, Biometric authentication,
Passwords and password-based
authentication, Symmetric- and
public-key authentication. Mutual
authentication and key exchange,
Authenticated key exchange.
Mediated authentication and key
exchange, PKI and certification
authorities System Security:
General principles of system
security, Authorization and access
control, ACLs and capabilities,
Access control models
609002 Introduction to Cyber
Security: Intrusion
Detection/Prevention, Malware
Analysis, Digital Forensics and
Infrastructure Ethical Hacking
Overview of Cyber Security,
Malware Analysis, Basic
steps/concepts, Static Malware
Analysis (Basic and Advanced Static
Analysis overview), Dynamic
Analysis (Basic and Advanced
Dynamic Analysis), Digital Forensics
Basics, Steps to perform Forensics,
Collection of Data/Incident
Information, Analysis/Extraction of
facts from Data, Analysis on Data,
Preserving the integrity of collected
Data, Reporting about Findings in
Court from Forensics process,
Ethical Hacking overview, Basic
2016
steps to perform Hacking,
Reconnaissance, Port Scanning,
Vulnerability Assessment/Scanning,
Exploitation, Back doors, Reporting
about findings, Intrusion Detection
Overview, Basics on How to
perform Intrusion detection, Taps,
Network/Security protocols Headers
e.g. IP, TCP, IPsec etc., Signature
based detection, Heuristic based
detection
623205 Advanced Engineering
Mathematics
Metric spaces and normed vector
spaces; Norms and normed vector
spaces. Orthogonal spaces and
orthogonalization; Hilbert and
Banach spaces, Basis sets for
subspaces. Complements of sets
and spaces. Linear mappings. The
four subspaces of the linear
transforms, Approximation in
Hilbert spaces Normal equations,
positive definiteness, Grammian.
Principle of orthogonality. Matrix
formulation of the least squares
problem. Best linear unbiased
estimate; Applications, Continuous
and discrete polynomial
approximation. Linear regression.
Least squares filtering and
estimation. Prediction and function
fitting. Minimum mean square
estimation; Applications, Right
inverse and left inverse. Full row
rank and full column rank. Least
squares solutions, minimum norm
solution. Matrix rank and
invertibility. Rank in numerical
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analysis, LU factorization, Cholesky,
Unitary matrices and QR
decomposition. Householder and
Givens transformations,
Eigenvectors, diagonalization and
linear systems. Subspaces and
invariance. The geometry of
eigenvectors; Applications, The SVD
theorem; SVD properties; System
identification using SVD; Total least
squares, Modal matrices; Permutation
matrices; Toeplitz matrices and
Circulant matrices; Vandermonde
matrices, Newton's method and
steepest descent; Conjugate gradient;
Applications, Convexity, Theory of
constrained optimization; Lagrange
multipliers; Inequality constraints:
Kuhn-Tucker conditions; Introduction
to linear programming
608704 Advanced Electromagentic
Field Theory
Basic Electromagnetic Field Theory
and finishes at discussing different
applications of EMF such as
Antennas, Wave Propagation,
Microwaves and EMC / EMI. The
course will go in detail to explain the
Maxwell equations and their use in
solving different electromagnetic field
problems
2016
708707 RF Circuit Design and
Analysis
Design of different microwave / RF
components such as couplers,
power dividers / combiners /
isolators / mixers / oscillators. The
course will also cover in great detail
the concepts of microwave network
analysis, impedance matching and
etc. The course will also cover
microwave resonators and filters
608705 Antennas and Arrays Theory
and Design
Basic concepts of Antennas starting
from the radiation concepts to the
fundamental parameters. The course
will introduce the basic antenna
elements and then will put great
emphasis on the design of antenna
arrays
7xxxxx Embedded System Design
Embedded systems: Definition,
classification and examples, Design
metrics (costs, performance, time to
market), Anatomy of an embedded
system and summary of course
topics, Processor peripherals:
General introduction to embedded
processors and their peripherals,
Internal structure of specific
microcontroller (Microchip PIC18 or
Texas Instrument MSP430), address
decoders, configuration registers,
pipelining, Microprocessor
interfacing: polling, interrupt, DMA,
Reminders on Timers and counters,
Reminders on A/D and D/A
conversion systems, sampling,
aliasing, quantization, errors, ENOB,
Interfacing of ADC and DAC with
the microcontrollers, Sensor and
Signal conditioning,
Communication: Reminders on
serial and parallel protocols, delays,
skew, Synchronous transmission
and clock data recovery,
Communication protocols: UART,
SPI, CAN, USB, Interconnection and
signal integrity problems,
Memories: Memory hierarchies and
caches, ROM, OTPROM, EPROM,
EEPROM, Flash, Static and dynamic
RAMs, Memory composition and
microprocessor interfacing
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 MS in Information and Cyber Security (Local)
Graduate
Prospectus
609007
2016
Trust Networks
Prerequisites 709008 Privacy Aware Computing
Sixteen years of engineering education with strong 709009 Smart phone security
background in the following areas 708514 Visualization and Image Processing for
l BE/ BS in Communications, Computer Engg Cyber Security
l Electrical
b.Secure Operating and Application System Design
l Electronics
l Telecommunication 609010 Secure Architecture Design and Models
l Software Engg 709011 Secure Systems and Application Software
Valid NTS GAT-General test score with minimum 50 Design and Development
marks.
609005 Wireless Network Security
Core Courses c.Intrusion Detection & Malware Analysis
609005 Computer and Network Security 609012 Malicious Software Detection CSY
608513 Applied Probability and Stochastic 609013 Web Security
Processes 709014 Statistical Methods for Intrusion Detection
708207 Information Theory
d.Digital Forensics
609001 Cryptography & Network Security
709006 Secure Operating System Design 609012 Malicious Software Detection CSY
and Implementation 609013 Web Security
709014 Statistical Methods for Intrusion Detection
Electives Courses:
709015 Forensic Profiling of the Cyber Terrorist
1.Major in Information Security
609005 Computer and Network Security 3.Cyber law policy
608513 Applied Probability and Stochastic 709016 Security Management
Processes 600219 Ethics and Law of Cyber Security
708207 Information Theory
609001 Cryptography & Network Security
709006 Secure Operating System Design
and Implementation

2.Major in Cyber security

a.General Courses
608424 Mobile Computing
608425 Distributed & Cloud Computing
709003 Wireless Network Security

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Prospectus
Core Courses
Computer and Network
Security 609005 (3-0)
Network Security Principles
Authentication overview, Biometric
authentication, Passwords and
password-based authentication,
Symmetric- and public-key
authentication. Mutual
authentication and key exchange,
Authenticated key exchange.
Mediated authentication and key
exchange, PKI and certification
authorities System Security: General
principles of system security,
Authorization and access control,
ACLs and capabilities, Access
control models, Programming-
Language Security, Buffer-overflow
attacks, defenses and
counterattacks, SQL injection, web
security (XSS/CSRF attacks), Web
attacks and defenses,
Privacy/Anonymity: Database
privacy. Network security protocols
in practice, SSL, Control-flow
integrity, taint tracking, IPsec and
IKE, Intrusion detection
Applied Probability And
Stochastic Process 608513
(3-0)
Basic laws of probability,
conditioning, and Bayes rule.
Random variables and their
functions; PDF, PMF, and CDF
notions; statistical averages;
moments and characteristic
functions; multiple random
2016
variables; joint and conditional PDF
and PMF; multiple functions of
random variables; correlation and
covariance; mean squared estimation
of random variables; Markov,
Chebychev, and Chernov inequalities;
various notions of convergence of
random variable sequences; laws of
large numbers; central limit theorem;
and large deviation theory. Basic
notions of estimation and properties
of estimators, unbiased and
minimum variance estimation, CRLB,
sufficient statistics, consistency of
estimators, basic notions of discrete
and continuous-time random
processes, mean and
autocorrelation function, WSS and
cyclo-stationary processes,
ergodicity of random processes
Information Theory 708207
(3-0)
Entropy and its properties,
Conditional entropy, relative entropy,
mutual information, Chain rules, data
processing inequality, Fano's
inequality, Compression : codes and
decodability, Kraft's inequality,
bounds on optimal codes, block
coding, Huffman codes, Markov
chains, entropy rate of stochastic
processes, Asymptotic Equipartition
Property (AEP) and its consequences,
Lempel-Ziv, universal source coding,
Arithmetic codes, Fibonacci codes,
Elias Omega codes, Large deviation
theory, Maximum entropy method,
Channel coding
Cryptography & Network
Security 609001 (3-0)
Stream ciphers, Semantic security,
Block ciphers and pseudorandom
functions, Chosen plaintext security
and modes of operation, The DES
and AES block ciphers, Message
integrity. CBC-MAC, HMAC, PMAC,
and CW-MAC, Collision resistant
hashing, Authenticated encryption.
CCM, GCM, TLS, and IPsec, Key
derivation functions, Odds and ends:
deterministic encryption, non-
expanding encryption, and format
preserving encryption, Basic key
exchange: Diffie-Hellman, RSA, and
Merkle puzzles, Computational
number theory, Number theoretic
hardness assumptions, Public key
encryption, Trapdoor permutations
and RSA, The ElGamal system and
variants
Secure Operating System
Design And Implementation
709006 (3-0)
Understanding the OS Kernel, OS-
level Memory Protection, Binary
Code Reusing Binary Code/Data
Representation, Program
Representation, Dynamic Binary,
Principles of Program Analysis,
Revealing Internals of Executable
File Format Compiler, Linker, Loader.
Library Interposition, Virtualization
Technology and Applications, Virtual
Machine Monitor
(QEMU/VirtualBox/Xen/KVM),
Symbolic Execution and Whitebox
Fuzzing, Vulnerability Analysis,
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Exploits: Buffer Overflows, Heap
Overflow, Integer Overflow, Robust
Exploits: ROP shellcode, Heap Spray,
Fighting for Malware: Unpack,
Disassemble, Decompile.
Understanding the Threats such as
Viruses and Worms, Logging,
Auditing and Recovery. Malware
Capture and Analysis (Honeypots and
Honeyfarm)
Elective Courses
Information Security
Advanced Cryptography CSY-
5511 (3-0)
Digital signatures and certificates,
Identification protocols,
Authenticated key exchange and TLS
key exchange, Zero knowledge
protocols and proofs of knowledge,
Privacy mechanisms: group
signatures and credential systems,
Private information retrieval and
oblivious transfer, Two party
computation: Yao's protocol and
applications, Elliptic curve
cryptography, Quantum computing,
Pairing-based cryptography, Lattice-
based cryptography, Fully
homomorphic encryption
Number Theory CSY-5512 (3-0)
Time estimates for doing arithmetic,
Divisibility and the Euclidean
algorithm, Congruences, Some
applications to factoring, Finite Fields
and Quadratic Residues, Finite fields,
Quadratic residues and reciprocity,
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Prospectus
Cryptography: Some simple
cryptosystems, Enciphering
matrices, Public Key: The idea of
public key cryptography, RSA,
Discrete log, Knapsack, Zero-
knowledge protocols and oblivious
transfer. Primality and Factoring:
Pseudoprimes, The rho method,
Fermat factorization and factor
bases, The continued fraction
method, The quadratic sieve method.
Elliptic Curves: Basic facts, Elliptic
curve cryptosystems, Elliptic curve
primality test, Elliptic curve
factorization
Mathematical Basis for
Cryptography CSY-5513 (3-0)
Mathematical preliminaries:
probability theory, algebra,
computational complexity, and
number theory. Foundations of
cryptography, public key
cryptography, probabilistic proof
systems, pseudorandom generators,
elliptic curve cryptography,and
fundamental limits to information
operations.
1. Security+ Guide to Network
Security Fundamentals, Third Edition,
Ciampa, Mark, Technology Incorpo-
rated, 2009, ISBN 13: 978-1-4283-
4066-4
Public Key Infrastructure and
Managing E-Security CSY-5514
(3-0)
Public Key Infrasturcture (PKI)
components, Role of digital
2016
certificates, essential aspects of key-
management, Capabilities of PKI and
digital certificates in the context of
business environement, law and
regulations, PKI planning, rollout and
interoperability issues
Advanced Algorithm Analysis
and Design
CSY-5515 (3-0)
NP-completeness, Search
Techniques, Randomized Algorithms,
Heuristic and Approximation
Algorithms, Asymptotic analysis of
upper and average complexity
bounds, Fundamental algorithmic
strategies: brute-force, greedy,
divide-and-conquer, backtracking,
branch-and-bound, pattern matching,
numerical approximations, Standard
graph and tree algorithms, Standard
complexity classes, time and space
tradeoffs in algorithms, using
recurrence relations to analyze
recursive algorithms, non-
computable functions, the halting
problem, and the implications of non-
computability. Network flows (max
flow and min-cost flow/circulation),
Data structures (fibonacci heaps,
splay trees, dynamic trees), Linear
programming (structural results,
algorithms), Dealing with
intractability: approximation
algorithms (techniques for design
and analysis), Dealing with large data
sets (compression, streaming
algorithms, compressed sensing),
Computational geometry
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Secure Operating and
Application System Design
Secure Architecture Design
and Models 709006 (3-0)
Architectures, Secure Systems
Architectural Engineering and
Models, Systems Architecture Views
and related Policies and Processes,
Principles of Secure Architecture
Framework and Models: Definitions,
Products, Design and Development
Process, Data Modeling and the
Core Architecture Data Model,
Design Approaches and Patterns:
Object Orientation, Structured
Analysis, Service Oriented
Architectures, Integrated and
Federated Architectures; Loosely
Coupled Systems, Technical
Foundation: Structured Analysis
Approach, Functional
Decomposition, and Activity
Modeling, Data Modeling, Rule
Modeling, Dynamics Modeling,
Multi-level security and the Bell-
LaPadula, Biba, Clark-Wilson,
Information Flow, Noninterferience,
Take-Grant, Access Control, Chinese
wall, State Machine, and Role-Based
access control models for
confidentiality and integrity, Access
Control Methodologies and
Implementation: RADIUS and
TACACS.
Secure Systems and
Application Software Design
and Development 709011 (3-0)
The importance of secure
2016
application development,
Background/History on why this
practice is not as pervasive as it
should be today, Framework to assist
in secure application design and
development, Secure
Software Development Life Cycle
Processes, Assurance
software is vulnerability free
(intentionally designed or accidentally
inserted), Systems Security
Engineering Capability Maturity
Model, Microsoft's Trustworthy
Computing Security Development
Lifecycle, Common Criteria for
Information Technology Security
Evaluation, Software Assurance
Maturity Model, Software Security
Framework, Governance: Strategy and
Metrics, Compliance and Policy,
Training, Intelligence: Attack Models,
Security Features and Design,
Standards and Requirements,
Architecture Analysis, Code review
using static analysis tools, Security
Testing, Deployment: Penetration
Testing, Software Environment,
Configuration and Vulnerability
Management, Verification, validation,
expert review, and evaluations
Principles of Software and
Hardware Reverse Engineering
CSY-5523 (3-0)
Reverse Engineering Overview,
Definitions, Concepts,
Countermeasures, and Taxonomy,
Protecting Critical Program
Information (CPI) & Critical Technology
(CT), Mission of Technology
Protection: Prevent, Detect, Deter,
Respond, Scope and Activities of
DoD Technology Protection:
Trusted Foundry, Information
Assurance, Software Assurance,
Software Protection, Anti-Tamper,
Local Non-Invasive, Binary
Software Techniques, Static Code
Analysis (Disassembler,
Decompiler), Dynamic Code
Analysis (Debugger), Hardware
Analyzers (Network Analyzer, Bus
Monitor/Analyzer, JTAG Boundary
Scan, Side-Channel Attacks), Local
Semi-Invasive: Hardware Analyzers
(Fault Induction Attack, Optical
Probing, UV light, Xrays, Laser,
Electromagnetic Pulse, Directional
Heat, Illumination), Local Invasive:
Hardware Analyzers
(Drilling/Milling, Dissolving,
Detonating, Data Remanence,
Signal Injection, Micro Probing),
Remote: Hardware Analyzer
(Network Analysis, Differential
Protocol Analysis), API Level
Analysis (Cryptographic, Info
Leakage, Statistical Attack), Buffer
Overflows (Root Kit Exploit),
Legality Issues: Interoperability,
Competition, Copyright Laws,
Trade Secrets and Patents, The
Digital Millennium Copyright Act,
DMCA Cases, License Agreement
Considerations, Current Software
Protection & Anti-Tamper
Capabilities, Hardware Protections:
Trusted Processors, Trusted
Computing Group TPM v1.2 chips,
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ATMEL Corporation AT97SC3203 &
AT97SC3203S, Sinosun TPM(SSX35),
Winbond WPCT200, Secure
Microcontroller Low-cost crypto
algorithms 3-DES, AES, etc. FPGAs &
DSPs bitstream encryption & token
handshaking security, Secure
Tamper-Resistant Hardware Module
From IBM 3848 to 4758, Smart
cards/Dongles/Tokens/etc. Low-end
highly portable chip-based secure
hardware, Hardware access denial,
Self-destructing components, Self-
encrypting components, Encryption
Wrappers, Code Obfuscation,
Watermarking & Fingerprinting,
Integrity Checking, Guards, Reversing
Malware, Cracking. Piracy and Copy
Protection
Intrusion Detection & Malware
Analysis
Malicious Software Detection
609012 (3-0)
Malicious Software, Botnets
detection and Rootkits, Static
analysis and its limitations, Reverse
engineering, Polymorphism, code
obfuscation, Dynamic analysis and
its limitations, AccessMiner
system-centric models, Mobile
malware, Dynamic analysis of
Android malware
Web Security 609013 (3-0)
Client-side (browser) vulnerabilities
associated with browsing the web,
system penetration, information
breach and identity threat. Encrypting
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Prospectus 2016
data stream using SSL, Machine Learning, Machine learning
Confidentiality and Integrity of data and privacy
using third party transaction protocols
e.g. SET, PCI DSS Standard, Server- Secure Software & Protocol
side security: CGI security, server Engineering 709004 (3-0)
configuration, access control, Designing secure systems,
operating system security, malicious e- Analyzing and verifying program
mails, web scripts, cookies, web bugs correctness, Examining existing
spyware, rogue AV etc protocols, Limits of techniques for
software protection such as code
Statistical Methods for Intrusion obfuscation, tamper-proofing and
Detection 709014 (3-0) watermarking, Analysis of software-
Introduction to the data and based attacks (and defenses), timing
methodologies of computer intrusion attacks and leakage of information,
detection, Statistical and machine type safety, and capability systems
learning approaches to detection of
attacks on computers, Network
monitoring and analysis, Estimating
the number and severity of attacks;
network-based attacks: probes and
denial of service attacks; host-based
attacks: buffer overflows and race
conditions; and malicious code:
viruses and worms, Statistical pattern
recognition for detection and
classification of attacks. Visualization
of network data
Machine Learning for Computer
Security CSY-5534 (3-0)
Basic concepts of machine learning,
Feature Spaces and Kernel Functions,
Analysis of structured data, Anomaly
and intrusion detection, Learning-
based Intrusion Detection, Clustering
and classification of malware,
Automatic signature generation,
Automatic Network Protocol Analysis,
Vulnerability discovery, Evasion,
poisoning and mimicry, Adversarial
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Mobile Computing 608424
(3-0)
Existing wireless technologies,
Impact of mobility on networks,
computing systems and security
design, Decomposition of protocol
stack to layers and analysis of
interaction and co-operation
between wireless protocol layers,
Design and configuration 802.11 and
Bluetooth wireless networks, Design
and analysis of reliable and secure
data communication protocols over
wireless links, Design and analysis
of wireless MAC protocols, Design
and analyze mobile IP, Design and
analyze of reliable data
communication protocols over
mobile networks, Design and
analyze ad-hoc routing protocols for
the 4th generation wireless
networks, Design of systems and
applications using wireless
technologies, Design of systems
and applications in mobile platforms
Distributed Computing
608425 (3-0)
Characterization and Models of
Distributed Systems, Networking
and Inter-process Communication,
Distributed Objects and Remote
Invocation, Network Operating
System, Security of Distributed
Systems, Distributed File Systems,
Name and Directory Services, Time
and Global States, Coordination and
2016
Agreement of Distributed Processes,
Distributed Transaction Control and
Management, Replica Control of
Distributed Objects , Web Services
Cloud Computing
Cloud and data center file systems,
Map reduce programming, High--
-level parallel processing, Distributed
data management systems,
Virtualization, Amazon web services,
Interactive Web Apps and Google
app engine, Security and privacy,
Resource management in the cloud
Wireless Network Security
709003 (3-0)
Security of IEEE 802.11 Wireless
LANs, Smart phone and cellular
network security, RFID security,
Privacy protection in wireless access
networks, Location privacy,
Anonymous communication in
wireless networks, Secure
localization, Anti-jamming
techniques, Security in cognitive
radio networks, Broadcast
authentication in wireless sensor
networks, Vehicular ad hoc network
security
Trust Networks 609007 (3-0)
Introduction to Trust Concepts: Trust,
Trustworthiness, Reputation, and
Security, Recommender Systems,
Trust Ontology; Trust and the
Semantic Web, Trust Frameworks:
Trust Metrics and Trust Propagation,
Introduction to Beta and Dirichlet
Probability Introduction to Beta and
Dirichlet Probability Distribution,
Bayesian Approaches to Trust with
Application to MANETs, Sensor
Networks, etc., Common Security
Attacks and their Prevention,
Semantics of Trust and Influence in
Social Networks, Rumor Analysis
and Management, Research
Challenges: Social, Sensor and
Interpersonal trust
Privacy Aware Computing
709008 (3-0)
Data perturbation, Data
anonymization, Random
Responses, Privacy Measures,
Cryptographic methods or data
privacy, Privacy preserving data
mining, Private information
retrieval, Secure data outsourcing,
Privacy in social networks
Smart Phone Security
709009 (3-0)
Android's application architecture,
Android system programming,
Security policy of Android,
Interfaces used to de?ne policy,
Best practices for using those
interfaces, Pitfalls leading to
insecure applications, Design and
implementation of selected
software attacks (ethical hacking),
Design and implementation of
security extensions to the Android
framework (e.g., access control
policy enforcement)
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Visualization and Image Processing for Cyber
Security 708514 (3-0)
The Visualization Pipeline, Data Representations, Scalar
Visualization, Information Visualization, Camera Models
and Calibration, Image Processing and Segmentation,
Tracking and Motion

Digital Forensics
Computer and Network Forensics
CSY-5551 (3-0)
Forensics Basics and Criminalistics, Basics of OS and
Networking: A Review, Advanced Topics in Computer
and Network Forensics, Forensic Modeling and
Principles, Forensic Duplication, Forensics Analytics, File
Carving, Cyber Forensics Tools and the Testing Thereof,
Mobile Device Forensics, Network Surveillance and
Accountability, Network Attack Traceback and
Attribution, Multicast Fingerprinting, Multimedia
Forensics, Intrusion and Online Frauds Detection,
Steganography &Steganalysis,
Anonymity/Pseudonymity/P3P, Cyber Law, Security and
Privacy Policies and Guidelines, Ethical issues, Court
Testimony and Report Writing Skills

Forensics CSY-5552 (3-0)

Incident handling/Incident response, Manage incidents;
understand common attack techniques and tools; and
defend against and/or respond to attacks when they
occur, Understand current threats to systems and
networks and effective countermeasures, The spectrum
of computer forensics tools and the Forensics Toolkit,
Core forensics procedures necessary for performing
thorough investigations on all computer systems and
file types. Proven investigative strategies and define
proper evidence-handling procedures, Skills to track an
offender on the Internet, Coordination with law
enforcement and how to design an incident response
strategy

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Vulnerability Assessment and Ethical Hacking
609002 (3-0)
Definitions, Concepts, and Phases of Vulnerability
Assessments and Ethical Hacking, Legal Statutes and
Issues of Vulnerability Research and Ethical Hacking,
Exploring the way of thinking for an industrial spy, a
competitor, or a hacker, Network Surveying, Port
Scanning, System Identification / OS Fingerprinting,
Vulnerability assessment and ethical hacking
methodologies, technologies, and techniques and from
a defensive and offensive perspective, Examining an
organization for weaknesses and exploiting
vulnerabilities remotely, Vulnerability Research and
Verification, Service Identification, Internet Application
Testing, Implementing appropriate countermeasures to
thwart malicious hacking, Employing tools & exploits;
BackTrack, Core Impact, DDOS, Sniffers, Spoofing,
Session Hijacking, Buffer Overflows, Hacking Web
Servers and Applications, Google Hacking, Network and
host monitoring and traffic analysis, Configuring and
monitoring intrusion detection systems and honeypots
and honeynets, Reading, interpreting, and analyzing
network traffic and log files, Footprinting, scanning,
enumeration and escalation
Cyber law policy
Security Management 709016 (3-0)
Security Management - Systems, Models and
Frameworks, IS 27001 - Information Security
Management for Business Benefit, Internal Control,
Audit and Security, Risk analysis and CRAMM,
Business continuity planning a safety net for
business, Building an information security management
framework, Information Security, Governance and the
Law, The Business of Trust
Ethics and Law of Cyber Security
600219 (3-0)
The Ethics of Cyber Terrorism, Cyber Security & the law,
Can governments shut down privately owned Internet
Cafes or e-mail servers?, International law and cyber
security, The rights of the individual vs. public safety
and cyber law & ethics

Forensic Profiling of the Cyber Terrorist

CSY-5554 (3-0)
Psychological Impacts and Consequences of Terrorism,
Critical Infrastructure Protection in Today's Climate and
facing Today's Challenges, Motivation for Terrorism and
Hacking, Profile of a Terrorist and Hacker, Ways
terrorists can use the Internet to communicate covertly
with each other right under the nose of US law
enforcement, How Internet Cafes, Wi-Fi hotspots and
library Internet terminals provide ways to anonymize
terrorists over the Internet, How global networks (ATM
terminals, airline reservations, etc.) are used for covert
channels through the Internet, Understanding what
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Local PhD Program
Eligibility Criteria
l 18 years of education in
following electrical
engineering disciplines:
Electronics /
Telecommunication/ Industrial
Electronics/ Computer / RF &
Microwave/ Network Security
from HEC recognized
University/ Institute Minimum
Cumulative grade point
average (CGPA) of 3.00 out of
band 4.00 in MS or 70% marks
in case where CGPA is not
available One 2nd division/ C-
grade/less than 60% is allowed
in the entire academic career
except in the terminal degree
(MS/M.Phil.)
l Candidate must provide a valid
score of more than 60 in
Graduate Assessment Test
(GAT)-Subject, taken by
National Testing Services
(NTS), at the time of admission.
In case candidate fulfill other
major requirements of
admission except valid GAT-
Subject score, a maximum of
one semester, can be allowed
to a PhD candidate for passing
GAT-subject test and candidate
will be only provisionally
enrolled in PhD till that time
l Candidates having International
GRE-Subject score of more
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than or equal to 60th percentile after completion of course work.
in their field of specialization Schedule and structure of this exam
do not need to pass GAT-subject will be as per IST policy. Students,
who fail in comprehensive exam,
Research Prerequisites will be allowed only once to
l Research proposal (intended reappear, failing which, the PhD
research work during PhD) studentship will be terminated from
approved by Departmental IST
Board of Graduate studies
(DBGS)* Synopsis
l A PhD candidate will be required After successful passing of the
to give a presentation to DBGS comprehensive exam, a student will
related to his/her research write his/ her synopsis paper and
proposal before his/her research present/ defend his/ her synopsis in
is finalized front of DBGS. The presentation/
defense of synopsis will be graded
Course work by DBGS, written Synopsis is 40%
Minimum 18 credit hours of course and presentation is 60%. The
work must be undertaken with at passing marks of synopsis are 60%
least CGPA of 3.0 out of band 4.0
Migration/ Transfer of the courses
from other Universities/ Institutes is
allowed as per IST Migration/
Transfer policy. The list of six PhD
courses must have been approved
by DBGS. The DBGS will also assign
him/her a supervisor as per IST
Policy in vogue after listening to
his/her presentation
Comprehensive Examination
Comprehensive examination is
conducted after successful
completion of PhD course work.
Student will be required to appear in
comprehensive exam within year
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Research Work
24 credit hours of research work
spanning over at least two years
through continuous registration in
Thesis-I, Thesis-II, Thesis-III, and
Thesis-IV of 6 credits each. Two
research publications in journal(s) of
W-category, defined by HEC, and
these publications should also be
ranked by Journal Quality Ranking
System (JQRS)
(http://jqrs.ist.edu.pk), defined by
IST. It is important to mention that
only W-category journals of HEC are
ranked in JQRS. The publications
topic(s) should be relevant to the
PhD specialization area of research
PhD Thesis
On the successful completion of
research work. The student will
write a detailed report/ thesis about
his/ her research outcome. This
*Committee comprises of one internal (field experts in the department other than supervisor) and two external examiners (field
experts from any other HEC recognized Institute.
2016
thesis/ report will then be
recommended by DGBS. Moreover,
A plagiarism check will also be
conducted and endorsed by the
respective supervisor as per HEC
policy. After getting a clearance
certificate, this thesis will be sent to
the international reviewer of
technologically advanced countries
(see guidelines of HEC for the
advance countries list) and national
expert of the relevant research area.
An open defense of the thesis after
positive feedback from foreign and
national expert will be arranged.
This defense will be conducted in
the presence of defense committee
and general audience. A viva
meeting between candidate and
defense committee to discuss
corrections required in the
dissertation. The candidate will be
informed about the outcome of
defense.
Award of PhD Degree
A PhD degree will be awarded to
the students after completion the
following requirements
l Successful completion of course
work (18 credit hours)
l Successful completion of
comprehensive examination
l Successful presentation/defense
of Synopsis
l Two research publications in
JQRS indexed journals
l At least two evaluations by the
experts from technologically
advanced countries, defined by
HEC (Foreign experts)
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DEPARTMENT OF
Materials Science & Engineering
Materials Science & Engineering
is a broad, versatile and ever
evolving discipline. It deals with
structure, properties, applications
of metals, alloys, ceramics,
polymers and composites. They
are studied in terms of their
structural as well as functional
properties and applications. In
modern times, as the need for
smaller and lighter materials
grows, the desire for new
materials, their design,
fabrication and characterization
becomes imperative.
Institute of Space Technology
offers Indigenous MS Program in
Materials Science & Engineering
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2016
www.ist.edu.pk/mse
with areas of specialization in
metals, ceramics, polymers,
composites, aerospace materials
and nano- engineering. The
program aims to provide
specialized education/ training in
modern materials science and
engineering. It would enable
students to attain a deep
understanding of the theoretical
and practical aspects of
materials engineering. The
students will be pleasantly
surprised to discover that the
program is attractive because of
its rapidly expanding importance
in both academic and industrial
sectors.
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Department of
Materials Science & Engineering
Mission Semester Code Course Credit Hours
The MS program at the Institute of Space Technology is 1 MSE 611 Engineering Materials
designed to provide an opportunity for higher education and Applications
and research in the area of Materials Science and MSE 711 Aerospace Materials 3-0
Engineering. This will enable the students to gain in-depth MSE 621 Structure and 3-0
knowledge, training and skills in the subject area necessary Properties of
for their career goals. The students will be awarded a Materials
Masters (MS) degree upon successful completion of the
MSE 622 Thermodynamics of 3-0
course.
Materials
2 MSE 631 Advanced 3-0
Prerequisites Characterization
BE/BS in any one of the following or relevant disciplines: Techniques
l Materials Science & Engineering
CSE 601 Research 3-0
l Metallurgy / Metallurgical Engineering
l Physics Methodology
l Chemistry/Chemical Engineering, MSE 735 Composites for 3-0
l Mechanical Engineering Aerospace
l Polymer Engineering Applications
l Aerospace Engineering 3 MSE 742 Processing of 3-0
Valid NTS GAT-General test score with minimum 50 marks. Materials
Local MS Program: Materials Science & Elective 1 3-0
Engineering Thesis-I 0-3
Specialization: Aerospace Materials 4 Thesis-II 0-3

Note: Students will undertake the research project (Thesis) in

the same specialized area of Materials Science & Engineering.

Elective Course
An elective course will be offered from the list subject to the availability
of specialized faculty and the number of students interested in the
course.

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Local MS Program: Materials Science & 2 MSE 631 Advanced 3-0
Engineering Characterization
Techniques
Specialization: Nano-Engineering Materials Research 3-0
CSE 601
Semester Code Course Credit Hours Methodology
1 MSE 611 Engineering Materials MSE 615 Composites 3-0
and Applications 3 MSE 745 Preform Technology 3-0
MSE 711 Aerospace Materials 3-0 for Composites
MSE 621 Structure and Properties 3-0 Elective 1 3-0
of Materials Thesis-I 0-3
MSE 622 Thermodynamics of 3-0 4 Thesis-II 0-3
Materials Note: Students will undertake the research project (Thesis) in the same
2 MSE 631 Advanced 3-0 specialized area of Materials Science & Engineering.
Characterization Elective Course
An elective course will be offered from the list subject to the
Techniques availability of specialized faculty and the number of students interested
CSE 601 Research Methodology 3-0 in the course.
MSE 735 Nanotechnology 3-0
3 MSE 744 Nano-Materials 3-0 Local MS Program: Materials Science &
Engineering Engineering
Elective 1 3-0 Specialization: Metals and Alloys
Thesis-I 0-3
Thesis-II 0-3 Semester Code Course Credit Hours
4
1 MSE 611 Engineering Materials
Note: Students will undertake the research project (Thesis) in the same and Applications
specialized area of Materials Science & Engineering. 3-0
Elective Course
MSE 711 Aerospace Materials
An elective course will be offered from the list subject to the MSE 621 Structure and 3-0
availability of specialized faculty and the number of students interested Properties of
in the course.
Materials
MSE 622 Thermodynamics of 3-0
Local MS Program: Materials Science & Materials
Engineering 2 MSE 631 Advanced 3-0
Specialization: Composite Materials Characterization
Credit Hours
Techniques
Semester Code Course
CSE 601 Research 3-0
1 MSE 611 Engineering Materials
Methodology
and Applications
MSE 612 Metals and Alloys 3-0
MSE 711 Aerospace Materials 3-0
3-0
3 MSE 742 Processing of
MSE 621 Structure and 3-0
Materials
Properties of Materials
Elective 1 3-0
MSE 622 Thermodynamics of 3-0
0-3
Thesis-I
Materials
4 Thesis-II 0-3

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Note: Students will undertake the research project (Thesis) in the same
specialized area of Materials Science & Engineering.
Local MS Program: Materials Science &
Elective Course Engineering
An elective course will be offered from the list; subject to the
availability of specialized faculty and the number of students interested
Specialization: Polymer Engineering
in the course.
Semester Code Course Credit Hours
1
Local MS Program: Materials Science & MSE 611 Engineering Materials
Engineering and Applications
Specialization: Ceramics and Glasses MSE 711 Aerospace Materials 3-0
MSE 621 Structure and 3-0
Properties of
Semester Code Course Credit Hours
Materials
1 MSE 611 Engineering Materials MSE 622 Thermodynamics of 3-0
and Applications
Materials
MSE 711 Aerospace Materials 3-0 2 MSE 631 Advanced 3-0
MSE 621 Structure and 3-0 Characterization
Properties of
Techniques
Materials
CSE 601 Research 3-0
MSE 622 Thermodynamics of 3-0 Methodology
Materials
MSE 614 Polymer Engineering 3-0
2 MSE 631 Advanced 3-0
Smart Polymers
3 MSE 734 3-0
Characterization
Elective 1
Techniques
Thesis-I 0-3
CSE 601 Research 3-0
Thesis-II
4 0-3
Methodology
MSE 613 Ceramics and Glasses 3-0
Note: Students will undertake the research project (Thesis) in the same
3 MSE 723 Functional Materials 3-0 specialized area of Materials Science & Engineering.
Elective 1 3-0 Elective Course
Thesis-I 0-3 An elective course will be offered from the list; subject to the
availability of specialized faculty and the number of students interested
4 Thesis-II 0-3 in the course.

Note: Students will undertake the research project (Thesis) in the same
specialized area of Materials Science & Engineering.
Elective Course
An elective course will be offered from the list; subject to the
availability of specialized faculty and the number of students interested
in the course.

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Mandatory Courses
Aerospace Materials
(MSE 711)
A brief review of the fundamentals
of materials and their types.
Physical, mechanical and
environmental properties. Review of
phase diagrams. Structure of
atmosphere, its major regions with
their temperature profiles.
Characteristics of the space
environments. Requirements for
aerospace materials. Evaporation
effects on materials in space.
Lightweight materials and their
alloys for aerospace applications.
High strength steels, stainless
steels, super alloys and composites.
Structure-property relations.
Materials for pressure vessels and
cryogenic applications. Extremely
high temperature materials.
Ablatives and thermal barrier
coatings. Adhesives, lubricants,
elastomers and advanced
polymeric, ceramic and metal matrix
composites for aerospace
applications. Metallurgical
assessment of space craft parts and
materials. Effects of radiations on
the performance of materials.
Failure analysis and selection of
materials
Structure and Properties of
Materials (MSE 621)
Structure of materials.
Imperfections in structures.
Dislocations and strengthening
mechanisms. Study of macro,
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micro, nano and atomic structures.
Phase transformation in metals.
Principles of structure-property
relationships of materials; control
through processing. Alloy theory,
phase diagrams and micro structural
development; application to ferrous
and nonferrous alloys. Structures
and properties in other materials.
Role of structure in cyclic loading
and high temperature applications.
Role of structure in interaction of
materials with environment. Role of
structure in physical properties of
materials
Thermodynamics of Materials
(MSE 622)
Thermodynamics review. Laws of
thermodynamics; property relation;
free energies; Maxwell relations;
chemical potential; thermodynamic
activity. Statistical thermodynamics.
Defects in solids, Surfaces and
interfaces. Solidification, metallic
glasses, diffusion, atomic
mechanisms of diffusion, high-
diffusivity paths; diffusion in multi
phase binary systems; diffusional
transformations in solids, diffusion
less transformations
Advanced Characterization
Techniques (MSE 631)
Modern methods of materials
characterization. X-ray techniques, X-
ray diffraction (XRD), X-ray
Photoelectron Spectroscopy (XPS),
Optical Microscopy and
Spectroscopy, Ellipsometry, Fourier
Transform Infrared Spectroscopy
2016
(FTIR), Raman spectroscopy,
Scanning Electron Microscopy
(SEM), Transmission Electron
Microscopy (TEM), Scanning Probe
Microscopy (SPM), Particle Beam
Analysis, Secondary Ion Mass
Spectroscopy (SIMS), Rutherford
Back scattering Spectroscopy (RBS)
Research Methodology
(CSE 601)
Research design and planning.
Research methods and tools. Data
analaysis and interpretation.
Research proposal. Literature
review and report writing. Important
steps in writing a technical paper.
Thesis writing. Plagiarism
Elective Courses
Composites for Aerospace
Applications (MSE 735)
Introduction to composites for
aerospace applications. Special
purpose composites: carbon fiber
reinforced composites, carbon-
carbon composites. High
temperature resistant composites.
Special structures in composite
manufacturing; light weight
structural cores; honeycomb cores,
foams. Joining techniques for
composites. Machining of
composites. Testing of composites:
constituent material testing, testing
of lamina and laminate. Mechanical
testing of composites. Full-scale
structural testing. Non-destructive
testing of composites
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Failure analysis of composites.
Recycling and disposal of
composites
Processing of Materials
(MSE 742)
Introduction to materials processing
science with emphasis on heat
transfer, chemical diffusion and fluid
flow. Synthesis and production of
materials with engineered micro
structures for desired properties.
High temperature, aqueous, and
electrochemical processing; thermal
and mechanical processing of
metals and alloys; casting and
solidification; diffusion, micro
structural evolution, and phase
transformations; modification and
processing of surfaces and
interfaces; deposition of thin films;
solid state shape forming; powder
consolidation; joining of materials
Nanotechnology (MSE 712)
Introduction. Moore's Law. Richard
Fey man prediction. Size dependent
properties at nano scale. Molecular
nano technology, Top-down and
bottom-up approach; size
dependence on properties;
materials and processes; silicon
technology; semiconductor grade
silicon; silicon single crystal growth
and wafer production;
photolithography; Soft-
lithograhy;clean room; impact of
nano technology; impact of nano
technology on information
technology, materials and
manufacturing, health and medicine,
energy, environment, transportation,
2016
security and space exploration.
Quantum mechanics and nano
technology. Thin film technology.
Bio-Inspired nano technology.
Impact of nano materials. Ethics and
dangers of Nano technology
Nano-Materials Engineering
(MSE 744)
Synthesis and characterization of
nano particles, nano composites
and other materials with nano scale
features. Nano fabrication
techniques. Zero-dimensional nano
particles. One-dimensional nano
structures e.g. nano tubes, nano
rods, nano wires and nano fibers.
Two dimensional thin films. Design
and properties of devices based on
nano technology. Importance of
nano structured materials.
Structure-property-processing
relationship in nano materials and
uses in electronics, photonics,
magnetic applications
Composites (MSE 615)
Historical background of
composites; classification and
general properties. Role of the
constituent materials in composite
manufacturing, i.e. matrices and
reinforcements; their types,
production and properties.
Polymeric matrix composites
(PMCs). Metal matrix composites
(MMCs). Ceramic matrix composites
(CMCs). General manufacturing
techniques of PMCs, MMCs and
CMCs and their principles. Hybrid
composites. The emerging field of
nano composites. Composite
materials as surface coatings. Fiber-
matrix Interface and inter phase,
and their role in tailoring the
properties of composites. Interface
mechanics and toughness. Design
and analysis of composites. Elastic,
thermal and physical properties.
Thermal stresses in composites.
Applications of composites
Preform Technology for
Composites (MSE 745)
Introduction to composites
reinforcements, One-dimensional
preforms, Two-dimensional
preforms, Random fibre preforms,
Preforms based on uni-directional
layers, Woven reinforcements,
braided reinforcements, Knotted
reinforcements, Solid three-
dimensional preforms, Sandwich
preforms, Preform architecture and
mechanical behavior of
reinforcements/preforms, General
approach to modeling of mechanical
properties of reinforced composites,
Representative volume element
(unit cell) of composites, description
of the unit cell geometry as a
starting point for prediction of
mechanical properties
Metals and Alloys (MSE 612)
Different methods of classification
of steels, various phases and
reactions in steel: ferrite reaction,
bainite reaction, martensite
formation. Alloy steels; effects of
alloying elements. Stainless
steels:ferritic, martensitic,
austenitic, precipitation-hardening.
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HSLA steels, maraging steels, dual-
phase steels, tool steels. Corrosion
of stainless steels. Aluminum alloys.
Magnesium alloys. Titanium alloys.
Nickel-base super alloys. Nickel-iron-
base super alloys. Cobalt-base
super alloys
Ceramics and Glasses
(MSE 613)
Bonding in ceramics; structure of
ceramics; effect of chemical forces
on physical properties;
thermodynamics and kinetic
considerations; defects in ceramics;
diffusion and electrical conductivity;
phase equilibria; formation,
structure and properties of glasses,
sintering and mechanical properties.
Fracture, creep and fatigue. Thermal
properties
Functional Materials
(MSE 723)
Ferro electric, para electric and pyro
electric materials, piezoelectric
materials, Polarization mechanisms;
magnetic materials and properties,
optical materials and properties,
sensor/actuator materials
Polymer Engineering
(MSE 614)
Control and design of structure and
molecular weight. Determination of
molecular weight. Step growth
process. Chain polymerization. Co-
polymerization. Stereo regularity of
polymers, Polymerization processes,
Morphology and Properties. Polymer
testing. Polymer structure and
stability. Hydrogels and dendrimers
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Smart Polymers (MSE 734)
Introduction to smart polymers,
Chemical responding polymers,
Thermo responsive polymers, pH
sensitive polymers, Electroactive
polymers, Light responding
polymers, Magnetic responsive
polymers, Selfhealing polymers,
Multiple stimuli polymers, Smart
polymer hydrogels, Polymers for
drug release, Shape memory
polymers, Conductive polymers, Fire
retardant polymers, their design,
structure, properties and
characterization. Outlook for the
future
Materials for Solar Energy
(MSE 642)
The energy problem: causes, scope
and scale. Solar Cells. Solar
spectrum. Basic semiconductor
physics: electron and hole energy
bands; p-n junctions; photovoltaic
effect, solar cell operation and
characteristics; fill factor, efficiency;
materials issues in solar cells;
emerging solar cell technology;
photovoltaic systems; grid tied
versus battery backup; assessing
energy resources
Materials for Energy and
Environment (MSE 643)
Environment catastrophes;
sustainability, time scales, length-
scales and units. Energy. Solar
energy. Energy balance of the earth
and the greenhouse effect. The
earth system. Global warming;
steam engines; electric engines;
combustion engines and the electric
2016
car; nuclear energy; fusion and
nuclear fuels; biomass and bio
fuels; consumption; thermal energy
and heating; hydrogen and energy
storage; energy and food; energy
and water; geothermal energy; tide
and wave energy; ozone layer
Mechanical Behaviour of
Materials (MSE 731)
Review of types of materials;
elastic, linear elastic and visco-
elastic materials. Stresses/strains,
elastic and plastic deformation.
Plastic deformation of a single and
polycrystalline materials; slip and
twinning. Tensile, compression,
torsion, bending, impact and
fracture toughness testing. Hall-
Petch relation, spectrum of strain
rate and its effect on the flow
properties of materials. Strain
hardening, strain rate sensitivity
coefficients, anisotropy and R-value
determination. Defects and
imperfections in a single and
polycrystalline materials;
dislocations and their interactions.
Plane stress and plane strain
conditions; stress intensity factor,
failure and fracture modes. Griffith
and Orowan theory of fracture.
Fatigue, creep and stress rupture.
Nobaroo-Herring and Coble creep.
Super-plasticity, radiation damage
and embrittlement
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Electronic and Magnetic
Properties of Materials
(MSE 724)
Semiconductors; binary and tertiary
semiconductor materials; single
crystal growth techniques; doping
profiles; VLSI technology; magnetic
moment; classification of magnetic
materials; magnetization curves;
domain theory; soft and hard
magnetic materials; magnetic
materials processing; cast and
sintered magnets;
magnetostriction; metallic and
ceramic magnets
Thin Film Technology
(MSE 641)
Review of vacuum science and
technology. Methods of preparation
of thin films: electrolytic deposition;
cathodic and anodic films, physical
vapor deposition. The physics and
chemistry of thermal evaporation.
Film thicknesses; uniformity and
purity, Evaporation hardware and
techniques, Glow discharges and
Plasmas; sputtering, sputtering
processes; laser ablation hybrid and
modified PVD processes; chemical
vapor deposition: reaction types,
thermodynamics of CVD, gas
transport, growth kinetics, CVD
processes and system. Growth and
structure of films; atomistic
nucleation processes; post-
nulceation growth; film structures;
structural aspects of epitaxial films;
lattice misfit and imperfection in
epitaxial films; Epitaxial Film growth
and characterization; amorphous
thin films
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Electron Microscopy
(MSE 632)
Basic principles of imaging and
diffraction, basic principles of
electron beam interactions and
electron microscopy; lenses and
defects; radiation damage;
Instrument maintenance; sample
preparation and processing; STEM
imaging, environmental SEM,
elemental analysis
Spectroscopic Methods
(MSE 633)
Atomic absorption spectroscopy,
UV-VIS spectroscopy, mass
spectroscopy, Infrared and Raman
spectroscopy, nuclear magnetic
resonance spectroscopy,
photoelectron and Auger electron
spectroscopy, XPS.
Extraction of Materials
(MSE741)
Thermochemistry, chemical
Equilibrium, melts and solutions,
reaction kinetics, reactor design,
phase Separation, fuel and ore
preparation, reduction of metal
oxides, smelting, refining
processes, rare and reactive Metals,
ferroalloys, hydrometallurgy,
electrometallurgy, enthalpies of
formation at 25C, enthalpy
increments above 25C, standard
Gibbs energies of formation and
evaporation
Electrochemistry and
Corrosion (MSE 625)
Electrochemical Concept of
Corrosion, Faradaic and Non-
Faradaic Processes, Electrical
Double Layer, Corrosion Cells,
Corrosion Processes, Corrosion
circuit, Cathodic and Anodic
Reactions, Formation of Solid
Products and their importance.
Electrochemical Thermodynamics
and Kinetics including charge
transfer, polarization and mixed
electrodes, Interface Potential
Difference and Half-Cell, Nernst-
Equation, Pourbaix Diagrams. Types
of corrosion and their mechanisms,
Galvanic Coupling, Corrosion of
Active-Passive Metals and Alloys,
Anodic Polarization and Passivity,
Influence of Environmental
Variables. Corrosion Rate
Measurements, Tafel Analysis,
Polarization Resistance,
Electrochemical Impedance
Spectroscopy, Cyclic Polarization
Scans. Corrosion of welded
structures and Micro-Biological
Corrosion with case studies
Fracture Mechanics (MSE
733)
Fundamental concepts of fracture
mechanics and their applications,
concepts of elastic-plastic fracture
mechanics, dynamic and time-
dependent fracture aspects, fracture
mechanisms in metals, fracture
toughness testing of metals, fatigue
crack propagation, environmentally
assisted cracking in metals and
computational fracture mechanics
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Fractography and Fracture
Analysis (MSE 743)
Engineering aspects of fracture and
failure analysis, mechanical and
metallurgical causes of failure,
failure modes, characterization of
fractured surface, macroscopic and
microscopic features of fracture,
fatigue, creep and corrosion
assisted / induced failures,
fractography, selected case histories
and failure prevention methods
Semiconductors (MSE 713)
Energy band and carrier
concentration in thermal
equilibrium, carrier transport
phenomenon, semiconductor
devices: PN junction, Bipolar
transistor and related devices,
MOSFET and related devices,
MESFET and related devices,
Microwave diodes, quantum-effect
and hot-electron devices, photonic
devices
Solid State Physics (MSE 623)
Crystal vibrations, thermal
properties, free electron Fermi gas,
energy bands, Fermi surface and
metals, superconductivity,
diamagnetism and paramagnetism,
ferromagnetism and
antiferromagnetism, Magnetic
resonances, Plasmon's, Polaritons
and Polarons, Optical Processes and
Excitons, Dielectrics and
Ferroelectrics, Surface and Interface
Physics, Non crystalline solids, point
defects, Dislocations, alloys
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Advanced Engineering
Mathematics (MAT 715)
Vector Calculus, Coordinate system
transformation, Power series
solution, Special functions, Bessel
functions, Legendre polynomials,
Laplace and inverse transforms,
Solution of linear differential
equations by the Laplace transform
method, Introduction to PDE's,
Functions of many variables and
their geometries
Finite Element Methods
(AAE 732)
Introduction to Finite Element
Methods (FEM), mathematics
preliminaries, truss analysis,
variational and weighted residual
formulations, general approach to
structural analysis, efficient
representation of computational
meshes, efficient computation of
the element tensor (element
stiffness matrix), tensor
representation of multilinear forms,
Stress analysis for one and two
dimensional problems of structures,
beam analysis, and ANSYS software
for FEA analysis
Materials Selection in
Mechanical Design
(MSE 633 )
Introduction to engineering
materials and their evolutions,
Important properties of engineering
materials, Technical system,
components of technical system,
design tools, design process and
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materials data, Materials selection
procedures strategies for the
components of technical system,
Materials properties charts, materials
indices, structural index, materials
selection guide lines and their
importance in materials properties
charts, case studies of materials
selection for tie rod, beam, panel,
column, springs, oars, titanium
based alloys, different types, their
processing and applications. Cost
effective materials indices. Students
will also learn process selection
strategies and case studies related to
materials and process selection.
Students will also learn about
materials selection software (e.g. The
Cambridge Engineering Selector;
CES software). Overview of linkage
between materials, process and
properties will also be discussed.
Creep and fatigue behavior of
materials will also be briefly
discussed due to their importance for
long term materials stability and use
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Eligibility Criteria
l 18 years of education in
science and engineering field
from any HEC recognized
University/Institute
l Minimum Cumulative grade
point average (CGPA) of 3.00
out of band 4.00 for the US
based semester system in MS
or 70% marks in case where
CGPA is not available
l One 2nd division / C-grade is
allowed in entire academic
career except in the terminal
degree (MS/ME/M.Phil.)
l Candidate must provide a valid
score of more than 60 in GAT-
Subject at the time of
admission. In case candidate
fulfill other major requirements
of admission except valid GAT-
Subject score, a maximum of 6
months are allowed to a PhD
candidate for passing GAT-
subject test and the candidate successful completion of the course
is provisionally enrolled in PhD
till that time
Research Prerequisites
l Statement of purpose
(intended research work during
PhD) approved by
departmental board of
graduate studies (DBGS)
l PhD candidate will be required
to give a presentation on the
research topic proposed in the
statement of purpose to DBGS
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Local PhD Program
Course work
l Minimum 18 credit hours of course
work must be undertaken with a
CGPA of 3.00 out of band 4
l For MS leading to PhD program,
students still need to pass 18
credit hours of course work over
and above the MS course work
with a CGPA of 3.0/4.0 before
undertaking the PhD qualifying
examination
l Migration/Transfer of the courses
from other Universities/Institutes is
allowed as per IST
Migration/Transfer policy
l The list of 6 PhD courses must
have been approved by DBGS at
the time of admission of a
candidate and DBGS should have
also assigned him a supervisor as
per IST Policy in vogue
Comprehensive Examination
Qualifying test is conducted after
work. The test comprises of 3-written
papers and presentation/defense of
synopsis
l Three written papers will
contribute 80% while
presentation/defense of the
synopsis will contribute 20% in
total marks of the qualifying test
l Paper 1 covers the intellectual
analytical abilities of the candidate
and he must get at least 40%
marks to pass the exam. Paper 1
weighs 15% in the qualifying test
l Paper 2 covers major research area
and will contribute 45% in the
qualifying test
l Paper 3 covers allied subjects and
will contribute 20% in the
qualifying test
Synopsis
Qualifying test is conducted after
successful completion of the course
work. The test comprises of 3-written
papers and presentation/defense of
synopsis
l Student will present and defend
his/her synopsis in an oral exam.
This will contribute 20% in the
qualifying test. The result of the
oral exams is decided by the DBGS
through a majority vote. The
presentation can be graded only as
High Distinction (HD: 80-100%
marks), Distinction (D: 60-80%
marks, Credit (C: 40-60% Marks),
and Fail (F: 0-39% Marks). The final
score will be computed by taking
an average of the grades assigned
by each DBGS member
l A Minimum of 60 % marks are
required to pass the qualifying test
with a minimum of 40% in each
part of the test (papers 1, 2, 3 &
the project presentation)
l Students who fail in qualifying test
will be allowed to reappear once in
the test only
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Research Work
l 24 credit hours of research work
spanning over at least two years
through continuous registration
in Thesis-I, Thesis-II, Thesis-III,
and Thesis-IV of 6 credits each
l MS-leading to PhD candidates
who disqualify PhD candidacy
test or don't want to proceed for
PhD degree still need to submit
thesis for a master degree
requirement
l 2 research publication in a
journal indexed by institute for
scientific information (ISI) with
at least 1 of them being in an
Honorable category as defined
in IST JQRS SOP. The
publication topic should be
relevant to the PhD
specialization area of research
PhD Thesis
l Dissertation recommended for
defense by PhD supervisor
l Dissertation recommended by
the DBGS
l Plagiarism check must be
conducted on the thesis before
sending for pre-defense
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l Dissertation recommended by
Pre-defense committee after
presentation; the committee
must consist of at least 2 DBGS
members (including the
supervisor) and 2 subject
experts from other local
universities
l Dissertation approved by two
foreign experts in the relevant
field from technologically
advanced countries (see HEC
guideline for the advanced
countries list) who are active
researchers
l At least two ISI indexed
accepted papers at the time of
final defense out of which one
must have published
l An open defense of the thesis
after positive feedback from
foreign experts and local
examiners of the defense
committee
l A viva meeting between
candidate and evaluating
committee to discuss
corrections required in
dissertation. The candidate will
be informed about the outcome
of defense
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l Evaluation committee comprises
of one internal (field expert in
the department), two external
examiner (field experts in any
other HEC recognised Institute),
Head of Department, student's
supervisor and Department PhD
Coordinator
Award of PhD Degree
A PhD degree will be awarded to
the students after completion the
following requirements
l Successful completion of course
work (18 credit hours)
l Successful completion of
comprehensive examination
l Successful presentation/defense
of Synopsis
l Two research publications in
JQRS indexed journals with at
least 1 of them being in an
Honorable category as defined
in IST JQRS SOP
l At least two evaluations by the
experts from technologically
advanced countries, defined by
HEC (Foreign experts)
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Prospectus
The graduate program at the
Department of Mechanical
Engineering (ME) is designed to
edify young engineers who will
be at the forefront of
engineering profession leading a
way to improve engineering
systems with specialization in
areas of Fluid & Thermal
Systems, Mechanical Design &
Analysis, Manufacturing
Systems and Automobile. These
specialized areas bring together
the faculty and young engineers
into a group of intellectuals with
a common interest in research
and innovation and give them
the opportunity for advanced
studies. Research turns money
to knowledge whereas
innovation converts knowledge
to money. It is practiced here by
strong linkage with industry and
dedicated research teams of the
ME and allied departments.
Mechanical Engineering is
concerned with the design,
development, manufacturing,
and operation of a wide variety
of energy conversion and
machine systems. The program,
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DEPARTMENT OF
Mechanical Engineering
www.ist.edu.pk/me
although rooted in mechanical
engineering, may be significantly
interdisciplinary. Generally, the
graduate programs are designed
to encourage students to
develop an understanding and
capability to use engineering
analysis tools in solving a broad
spectrum of problems faced in
industry. Coursework is
supplemented through
collaborative work of faculty with
their ongoing research and
industry of repute for their
assenting feedback, so as to
prepare young engineers for
career involving technical
innovation and leadership and to
be in a place where one stands
second to none.
With our experienced faculty and
dedicated staff, the department
of ME is well equipped for the
challenges of this competitive
world. Innovation and excellence
can't be achieved until one
works and strives for
improvement unremittingly, the
future comes on its own, but
progress does not. We invite you
to face these challenges with us.
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Department of Mechanical Engineering
Mission Statement
The mission of the Mechanical
Engineering Department is to serve
society through providing high
quality education and conduct
research for advancement of
knowledge in mechanical
engineering and allied disciplines.
Program Educational
Objectives
l To enhance graduates
knowledge and skills which
enable them to identify and
address mechanical engineering
problems
l To develop research abilities
among graduates so that they
may progress their career in
academic and industries etc
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l To provide engineers with sense
of professionalism thus allowing
them to become cognizant of
ethics, social responsibilities and
capable enough to demonstrate
knowledge for sustainable
development
l To produce the post graduates in
mechanical engineering with
effective communication,
interpersonal and project
management skills to work
meritoriously as a team member
and lead multidisciplinary teams
Program Educational
Outcomes
l An ability to apply advanced
knowledge of mathematics,
mechanical engineering and
allied disciplines
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l Identify, formulate, and solve
complex engineering problems
l Conduct independent research
or produce innovative work
l Understand the impact of
engineering solutions in a
global, economic,
environmental, and social
context
l Effectively disseminate research
output in a reputable
international
journal(s)/conference(s) or
produce patent(s) etc
l Demonstrate an understanding
of professional and ethical
responsibility
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MS PROGRAMS Core Courses
Mechanical Engineering with following Minimum number of credit hours of core courses
specializations: including one mathematics course are 18. The five core
l Fluid & Thermal Systems courses shall be taken from the area of specialization
l Mechanical Design & Analysis
l Manufacturing Systems and one elective course of Mathematics
l Automobile Elective Courses
Prerequisites Two elective courses will be offered from the lists
BE/BSc in one of the following disciplines:
mentioned in each specialization subject to the
l Mechanical
l Aerospace availability of specialized faculty and the number of
l Industrial students interested in each course.
l Manufacturing
l Mechatronics
Elective Mathematics
Code Course
l Chemical (for specialization in Fluid & Thermal
Systems only) 723303 Advanced Numerical Techniques
l Materials Science & Engineering (for specialization in 723206 Advanced Partial Differential Equations
Mechanical Design & Analysis and Manufacturing 623205 Advanced Engineering Mathematics
Systems) 623404 Probability in Engineering
Valid NTS GAT-General test score with minimum 50
723101 Differential Equations & Dynamical Systems
marks.
Semester Courses
1 Elective Maths Core I 3-0
Core 2 3-0
Core 3 3-0
2 Core 4 3-0
Core 5 3-0
Elective I 3-0
3 Core 6 3-0
Elective II 3-0
Thesis I 3-0
4 Thesis II 3-0

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Specialization in Fluid & Thermal Systems (FTS)
Specialization in fluid and thermal combustion, fluid mechanics, heat l Advanced Fluid Mechanics &
systems aims at imparting transfer, and computational fluid Computational Fluid Dynamics
understanding of intensely practical, dynamics, etc. to create innovative l HVAC and Refrigeration
design-oriented engineering products and solutions to real world l Thermal Systems
problems pertaining to the technical problems. l Fluid Structure Interactions
challenges of the country facing This field of specialization is quite l Advanced Heat Transfer &
nowadays. We aim to germinate and diverse with experimental, analytical, Combustion
evoke rational skills which will help and numerical investigations in the This program enables the graduates
in understanding multi-disciplinary following areas: to implement their knowledge and
engineering problems. FTS skills towards the development of
combines the field of thermal effectual and environmental friendly
systems & stresses, advanced systems.
Core Courses Elective Courses
Code Course Code Course
714320 Advanced Heat & Mass Transfer (3-0) 714332 Theory of Thermal Stresses (3-0)
714415 Advanced Fluid Mechanics (3-0) 714326 Advanced Combustion (3-0)
715213 Computational Fluid Dynamics (3-0) 714408 Turbo Machinery (3-0)
714333 Design of Thermal Systems (3-0) 705414 Aircraft Engines (3-0)
714331 Advanced Thermodynamics (3-0) 714329 HVAC & Refrigeration (3-0)
714808 Thermal Design of Heat Exchanger (3-0) 711128 Nuclear Engineering (3-0)
714808 Finite Element Methods (3-0) 715002 Energy Conversion & Prime Movers (3-0)
714405 Gas Dynamics (3-0) 715003 Alternate Energy Resources (3-0)
714412 Fluid Structure Interactions (3-0)
714413 Vacuum Science & Technology (3-0)
714414 Fluid Dynamics Measurements (3-0)
700407 Total Quality Management (3-0)
700403 Production & Operations Management (3-0)
700402 Engineering Management & Economics (3-0)
714330 Internal Combustion Engines (3-0)

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Specialization in Mechanical
Design & Analysis (MDA)
Specialization in Mechanical Design mathematical tools and
and Analysis includes new management techniques.
methodologies for design, analysis, Key research areas for this field of
simulation and experimentation of specialization are:
the behavior of mechanical systems l Linear and Nonlinear Behavior of
and components. MDA covers a Mechanical Structures
number of areas such as l Modeling and Simulation of
engineering design & analysis, Mechanical Systems
product development, strength and l Product Design and Analysis
dynamics of structures, modeling, l Vibrations, Chaos, and Machine
simulation and mechanics of Condition Monitoring etc.
systems with the aid of advanced
MDA is a most valuable and
pragmatic program that develop a
strong technical, analytical, and
problem solving skills essential for a
range of exciting careers in the
challenging field of perfunctory
engineering. This program enables
the graduates to contribute in the
development of new and better
solutions for mechanical
components & systems, production
equipment and industrial plants etc.

Core Courses
Code Course 714709 Non Destructive Evolution of Structures and
711119 Mechanical Behavior of Materials (3-0) Materials (3-0)
714808 Finite Element Methods (3-0) 714218 Smart Structures (3-0)
714212 Advanced Mechanics of Materials (3-0) 714603 Non Linear Dynamics and Chaos (3-0)
714606 Advanced Mechanical Vibrations (3-0) 714520 Rapid Prototyping (3-0)
714704 Fracture Mechanics (3-0) 714236 Theory of Aero-elasticity (3-0)
714230 Theory of Elasticity (3-0) 714707 Experimental Stress Analysis (3-0)
711120 Mechanics of Composite Materials (3-0) 714604 Condition Monitoring of Rotating
714710 Fatigue in Metals & Composites (3-0) Machines (3-0)
708308 Introduction to MEMS (3-0)
Elective Courses
714811 Multidisciplinary Design Optimizations (3-0)
Code Course
714605 Vibrations of Shells & Plates (3-0)
714320 Advanced Heat & Mass Transfer (3-0)
700407 Total Quality Management (3-0)
715213 Computational Fluid Dynamics (3-0)
700403 Production & Operations Management (3-0)
714237 Theory of Plates and Shells (3-0)
700402 Engineering Management & Economics (3-0)
714517 Product Design Fundamentals (3-0)
715004 Renewable Energy - Fuel Cell Systems (3-0)
714218 Theory of Plasticity (3-0)
715217 Modeling and Simulation (3-0)

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Specialization in Manufacturing Systems
Specialization in manufacturing
systems combines the field of
factory planning and scheduling,
inventory control and queuing
models, material flow and storage,
optimization of production systems,
forecasting, and linear & dynamic
behavior of production systems for
analyzing the manufacturing
systems to improve the quality of
products. This program allows the
young engineers to assimilate
systems perspectives with
interdisciplinary education,
combining the engineering study
with hands-on training, and topical
research activities.
Graduate
Prospectus
The program covers not only the
important aspects of manufacturing
but also the business planning and
management which are an essential
part for the growth of industry and
business. It also aims at producing
quality products throughout the
design process, thus focusing on
integrated manufacturing and total
quality management by keeping the
design and production processes in
parallel increasing responsiveness.
Key research areas in this
specialization are as follows:
l Production Planning and Design
l Ergonomics
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l Production & Operational
Management
l Advanced Manufacturing
Techniques
l Leadership & Entrepreneurship
Manufacturing systems program
enables the graduates to implement
effective manufacturing systems.
Reducing high costs and improving
usability, maintainability and
manufacturability are few important
areas where department focuses on
contributing and leading the ever
changing definition and role of
industrial and manufacturing
systems engineering.

Core Courses Elective Courses

Code Course Code Course

714808 Finite Element Methods (3-0) 714212 Advanced Mechanics of Materials (3-0)
714506 Advanced Manufacturing Systems & 700404 Supply Chain Management (3-0)
Design (3-0) 700210 Leadership & Entrepreneurship (3-0)
714505 Advanced Manufacturing Processes (3-0) 714516 Manufacturing Strategies & Technology (3-0)
714813 Applied Optimization Techniques (3-0) 700407 Total Quality Management (3-0)
714508 Computer Integrated Manufacturing (3-0) 715103 Industrial Ergonomics (3-0)
714518 Product Development (3-0) 714509 Concurrent Engineering (3-0)
700403 Production & Operations Management (3-0) 714523 Systems and Reliability Engineering (3-0)
715217 Modeling & Simulation (3-0) 700402 Engineering Management & Economics (3-0)
714524 Additive Manufacturing (3-0)
714525 Lean & Agile Manufacturing (3-0)

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Specialization in Automobile
Specialization in Automotive deals with design Core Courses
and manufacturing of new vehicle and their Code Course
component parts, repairing and servicing of
714808 Finite Element Methods (3-0)
vehicles, integration of components into an
automotive system and the study of their sub- 714901 Introduction to Automotive Design (3-0)
sections. 715214 Advanced CAD (3-0)
Rapid development in the modern and 714905 Powertrain and Brake Design (3-0)
innovative automotive technology, young 714906 Chassis and Suspension Design (3-0)
engineers broaden a comprehensive 714330 Internal Combustion Engines (3-0)
understanding of the complex field of
714326 Advanced Combustion (3-0)
Automotive Engineering.
The future engineers of the automobile can 714904 Dynamics and Controls of Automatic
select one field of study out of more in the Transmission (3-0)
following areas:
l Vehicle Dynamics & Vibrations Elective Courses
l Fuel and Emission Systems Code Course
l Chassis and Power Train Systems 714907 Road Vehicle Aerodynamics (3-0)
l Crash Safety
714908 Noise Vibrations and Harshness (3-0)
l Design, Manufacturing and Assembling
714909 Hybrid Vehicle Design (3-0)
This specialization provides hands-on education
based on the latest scientific results and 714910 Vehicle and Traffic Safety (3-0)
methods, that enables the young engineers to 714911 Vehicle Dynamics (3-0)
work independently and with confidence. In 714903 Vehicle Acoustics (3-0)
addition, graduate students improve social and 714711 Tribology (3-0)
methodical skills. The program also enables 700407 Total Quality Management (3-0)
them to face ever-increasing challenges and
700403 Production & Operations Management (3-0)
standards of international markets.
700402 Engineering Management & Economics (3-0)

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Courses Description
MAT 721 Numerical
Techniques (3-0)
Introduction to Numerical Analysis,
Error Propagation and Stability,
Solution Systems of Linear
Equations, Numerical Interpolation,
Differentiation and Integration, Error
and Convergence Analysis,
Cholesky's Method, Pivoting,
Lagrage Interpolation
MAT 725 Partial Differential
Equations (3-0)
Introduction to Partial Differential
Equations, Diffusion , Elliptic and
Hyperbolic Partial Differential
Equations, Fourier and Laplace
Transformation with Real World
Applications, Boundary Value
Problems, Wave Equations in Three
and Two Dimensions, Distributions-
Delta Functions, Green's Function,
Separation of Variables & Series
SOLUTIONS, Holomorphic
Functions, Integral Transform,
Superposition Principal, Method of
Non-Linear Equations
Graduate
Prospectus
MAT 727 Probability and
Random Variables (3-0)
Introduction to Probability Theory,
Statistical Independence, Vector
Random Variables, Probability
Distribution Functions, Probability
Density Functions, Expectations,
Variance and Co-variance, Random
Processes, Levy Flights, Moment
Functions, Monte Carlo Simulations
MAT 728 Differential
Equations and Dynamical
Systems (3-0)
Linear systems, uncoupled linear
systems, fundamental theorem for
linear systems, complex
eigenvalues, multiple eigenvalues,
Jordan forms, stability theorem,
Nonlinear systems: Local theory,
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Stable Manifold theorem, The
Hartman- Grobman theorem,
Saddles, Nodes, Foci and centers,
Normal form theory, Gradient and
Hamiltonian systems, Nonlinear
systems: Global theory, Dynamical
Systems and global existence
theorems, Limit sets and Attractors,
The Poincare Map, Lienard systems,
Bendixson's criteria, Index theory,
Nonlinear systems: Bifurcation
theory, Structural stability and
Peixoto's theorem, Bifurcation at
Non hyperbolic equilibrium points,
Bifurcation at Non hyperbolic
periodic orbits, Homoclinic
Bifurcations, The Takens-Bogdanov
bifurcation, Finite codimension
Bifurcations in the class of bounded
quadratic systems

MAT 726 Advanced

Engineering Mathematics
(3-0)
Linear Algebra, Vector Analysis,
Modeling of Mechanical and
Electrical Systems, Markov
Processes, Numerical Interpolation,
Probability Distribution Functions,
Limits and Continuity, Classical
Partial Differential Equations (Heat,
Wave and Laplace's Equation),
Oscillations and Flow Fluid Problems

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ME 721 Advanced Heat and
Mass Transfer (3-0)
Principles of conduction, Analysis of
one-dimensional and
multidimensional steady and
transient, Phase change and moving
heat source, Numerical and
Analytical methods for solving heat
conduction problems, Principles of
convection, Analysis of heat transfer
for internal and external flows;
laminar and turbulent boundary
layer theories, forced and natural
convection, Analysis using similarity
transformations, Integral solutions
and numerical methods,
Introduction to thermal radiation,
Radiative exchange in
semitransparent mediums, The
electromagnetic spectrum; the
blackbody, wave phenomena versus
geometric optics, polarization,
diffraction & refraction effects;
emission, reflection, absorption,
and transmission of thermal
radiation by surfaces
ME 722 Advanced Fluid
Mechanics (3-0)
Basic review of fluid properties and
basic flow equations, laminar flows,
Partial differential equations
governing the conservation of mass,
Momentum and energy of
Newtonian fluids, Dimensional
analysis for simplification of
governing equations, low Reynolds
number flow, strokes flow, high
Reynolds number laminar flow,
Boundary layer separation
phenomena and approximations to
the governing equations, laminar
stability and transition to turbulent
boundary layer conditions
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ME 723 Computational Fluid
Dynamics (3-0)
Numerical methods or the basic
equations of fluid dynamics, Navier-
Stokes equations, Euler and
Reynolds Averaged equations
governing the flow of gases and
liquids, Turbulence models, Basics
of finite approximations for partial
differential equations, Mathematical
properties of hyperbolic systems,
Finite volume and finite element
methods, Boundary conditions, Grid
generation Classification, implicit &
explicit methods, iterative &
time/space marching schemes,
grids, boundary conditions,
Classification of partial differential
equations and solution techniques.
Truncation errors, stability,
conservation, differencing
strategies. Advanced solution
algorithms, Grid generation and
Practical algorithms for
compressible and incompressible
flow, Introduction to verification,
Validation and uncertainty
quantification for computational
fluid dynamics predictions,
Practicing modules on commercial
software ANSYS / COMSOL
MULTIPHYSICS
ME 724 Internal Combustion
(IC) Engines (3-0)
Thermodynamic Analysis of IC
Engine Cycles, Effect of design and
operating parameters on cycle
efficiency, Modified fuel-air cycle
considering heat losses and valve
timing, Engine dynamics and torque
analysis, Use of Combustion chart,
Thermodynamic cycle with
supercharging both SI and CI
Engines, Limits of Supercharging,
Methods of Supercharging and
Superchargers, Fuels and
combustion in SI engines, knocking
and fuel rating, Energy balance,
volumetric efficiency, measurement
of indicated and brake power,
Advanced theory of carburetion,
Fuel Injection Systems for SI and CI.
Engines, Cooling and governing of
engine, Ignition system, Variable
compression ratio engine,
Theoretical analysis, methods of
obtaining variable compression
ratio, Stratified charged engine,
Methods of charge stratification,
Dual fuel and Multi-fuel engines,
Biofuels, Variable Valve timing
engines, Exhaust emissions and its
measurement and control, Fault
diagnosis of SI Engines
ME 725 Design of Thermal
Systems (3-0)
Modeling of Thermal Systems:
types of models, Mathematical
modeling, Curve fitting, Linear
algebraic systems, Numerical model
for a system, System simulation,
Methods for numerical simulation
Acceptable Design of a Thermal
System: initial design, design
strategies, design of systems for
different applications, additional
considerations for large practical
systems; Economic Considerations:
calculation of interest, worth of
money as a function of time, series
of payments, raising capital, taxes,
economic factor in design,
application to thermal systems.
Problem Formulation for
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optimization, optimization methods,
optimization of thermal systems,
practical aspects in optimal design,
Lagrange multipliers, Optimization of
constrained and unconstrained
problems, Applicability to thermal
systems; search methods: single-
variable problem, multivariable
constrained optimization, examples of
thermal systems, geometric, linear,
and dynamic programming and other
methods for optimization, knowledge-
based design and additional
considerations
ME 726 Theory of Thermal
Stresses (3-0)
Effects of thermal environment on
people and the means of assessing
and controlling risks associated with
thermal stress, thermal spectrum,
Principles, Effects of temperature
extremes, Thermal comfort,
Evaluation of hot environments,
Control of hot environments, Thermal
surveys, Evaluation of cold
environments, Control of cold
environments and Approaches to Risk Introduction to modern aircraft
Assessment
ME 727 Advanced
Thermodynamics (3-0)
Introduction to basic
Thermodynamics, Statistical
Thermodynamics, Dynamics of Non
equilibrium Processes, Flux
Equations, Entropy Production
Minimization Theory, Fluid Equations,
Simple Kinetic Theoretical Estimates,
Distribution Functions & the Transport
Equation, Collisional Processes,
Moments of the Transport Equation,
Chapman-Enskog Method
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ME 728 Advanced Combustion
(3-0)
Fuels and types, combustion
process, combustion mechanism,
adiabatic flame temperature, flame
propagation, stability, kinetics,
combustion aerodynamics, gaseous
detonations, flame ignition and
extinction and condensed phase
combustion, combustion in SI and CI
engines, ignition and burning rate
analysis. Solid burning equipment,
stokers, pulverized coal burning
systems, cyclone combustors,
emissions, types of fluidized beds,
fluidized bed combustion,
fundamentals bubbling bed, gas and
liquid burners types, gas turbine
combustion systems, combustion
modeling. Design of combustion
systems for boilers, furnaces, gas
turbines and IC engines, combustion
chamber performance. Propellants
Types, theory of combustion, energy
balance calculations
ME 729 Aircraft Engines (3-0)
engines, Classification of aircraft
engines, Brayton Cycle and its
applications, Component of Jet
engines, Parametric Cycle Analysis
(turbojets, turbofans, turboprops and
ramjet engines), Component
Performance, Irreversibility of each
component and Engine Performance
Analysis
ME 7210 Thermal Design of
Heat Exchanger (3-0)
Procedure for designing industrial
heat exchangers, Introduction of
classes of heat exchangers,
2016
Mechanisms of heat transfer, Basic
theory of heat exchangers,
Selection of heat exchangers,
Double-pipe heat exchanger, Shell-
and-tube heat exchangers, Plate-fin
heat exchangers
ME 7211 HVAC &
Refrigeration (3-0)
Introduction to air conditioning
systems and refrigeration
applications, heat pumps, air
handling units, air conditioning
systems, applied psychrometrics,
design principles, and comfort in
the built environment, Cooling load
calculations, heating load
calculations, introduction and use of
computer-based load estimation
packages software, air distribution,
fans, ducts, air conditioning
controls, advanced refrigeration
cycles, evaporators, condensers,
cooling towers, compressors,
pumps, throttling devices, piping,
refrigerants, control, refrigeration
equipment, simulation of
refrigeration systems, refrigeration
and industrial applications
ME 7212 Nuclear Power
Plants (3-0)
Basic concepts of reactor physics,
radioactivity, Neutron Scattering,
Thermal and fast reactors, Nuclear
cross-sections, Neutron flux and
reaction rates, Moderator criteria.
Reactor core design, Conversion
breeding and Types of reactors,
Operations of Nuclear Power Plants,
Characteristics of boiling water,
Pressurized water, Pressurized
heavy water, Gas cooled and liquid
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metal cooled reactors, Future trends
in reactor design and operation,
Thermal-hydraulics of reactors,
Heavy water management,
Containment system for nuclear
reactor, Reactor safety radiation
shields, Waste management and
Pakistan nuclear power program
ME 7213 Energy Conversion &
Prime Movers (3-0)
Understanding of the theory,
technology and practice of
converting energy into useful forms,
Different type of prime movers,
Steam turbine, Steam Turbine
Modeling, Speed Governors for
Steam Turbines, Diesel Engines,
Stirling Engines, Hydraulic Turbines,
Wind turbine
ME 7214 Turbo Machinery
(3-0)
Introduction and overview of the
design and performance of all types
of Turbo machines, The essential
elements of axial & radial turbo
machinery design and performance,
Fundamental principles of fluid
mechanics, thermo-dynamics, and
structural mechanics, all of the
essential turbo machinery concepts,
Sound understanding of the basic
principles which govern the flow
through any turbine, Pump,
compressor, or fan together with
failure mechanisms and life
prediction methods
ME 7215 Gas Dynamics (3-0)
Intro to basic Fluid and
Thermodynamic Principles, Normal
2016
Shock Waves, Oblique Shock
Waves, Prandtl-Meyer Expansions
and Applications, Generalized One
Dimensional Flow, Isentropic Flow
with Area Change, Fanno Flow,
Rayleigh Flow, Supersonic Flow,
Method of Characteristics
(Application to One-Dimensional
Unsteady Isentropic Flow)
ME 7216 Alternate Energy
Resources (3-0)
Energy scenario and renewable
energy sources, Potential of non-
conventional energy sources,
economics, Solar Radiation: Solar
thermal process, Heat transfer
devices, solar radiation
measurement, estimation of
average solar radiation. Solar energy
storage: stratified storage, well
mixed storage, comparison, Hot
water system, practical
consideration, solar ponds, Non-
convective solar pond, extraction of
thermal energy and application of
solar ponds, Wind energy: The
nature of wind, Wind energy
resources and modeling,
Geothermal energy: Origin and
types of geothermal energy and
utilization, OTEC: Ocean
temperature differences. OTEC
systems. Recent OTEC
developments. Wave energy:
Fundamentals, Availability, Wave-
energy conversion systems, Tidal
energy: Fundamentals. Availability,
Tidal-energy conversion systems,
Energy from biomass:
Photosynthesis, Biomass resource,
Utilization of biomass
ME 7217 Fluid Structure
Interactions (3-0)
The course will focus on the
fundamental concepts and
advanced topics in computational
fluid-structure interaction (FSI).
Introduction to important
techniques to solve fluid-structure
interaction problems, the stabilized
formulations, Arbitrary Lagrangian-
Eulerian (ALE) method, space-time
(ST) method, mesh update methods
for flows with moving interfaces,
iterative solution techniques and
parallel computing concepts, and
iso-geometric analysis. ST
computational FSI techniques and
FSI coupling techniques. The core
technologies and the special
techniques targeting specific
classes of problems, solution
techniques to tackle common
difficulties in fluid-structure
interaction simulations
ME 7218 Vacuum Science &
Technology (3-0)
Theory and practice of high vacuum
systems, Introduction to Vacuum,
Units of Measurement and Altitude,
Vacuum Pumps, Main Vacuum
Pump Types, Oil-Sealed Rotary-Vane
Pump, Mechanical Booster Pump,
Dry Pump, Turbo Molecular Pump,
On-Tool Pumping, Vacuum gauges,
Piping system for vacuum
technology, Degassing, Out-
gassing, Knudsen number,
Chambers used for vacuum and
Vacuum Applications
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Measurements (3-0)
Dimensional analysis and similtude,
Uncertainty analysis, pressure
measurement techniques, Flow
visualization techniques, Flow
measurement, Force measurement,
Digital data acquisition and time
series analysis
ME 731 Mechanical Behavior
of Materials (3-0)
Types of stresses & strains, elastic &
plastic deformation, Defects &
Imperfections in single poly-
crystalline materials, Classification
of defects, Tensile, Compressive,
Torsion, Impact & Fracture, Effect of
strain rate on flow properties of
materials, fracture mechanics,
fatigue, creep and stress rupture of
materials, Griffith & Orwan theory of
fracture of materials, Nabaro-
Herring and coble creep, materials
selection and failure analysis, Case
studies
ME 732 Finite Element
Methods (3-0)
Introduction to Finite Element
Methods (FEM), Mathematical
preliminaries, Strong and weak form
of FEM, Truss Analysis, Variational
approaches & weighted residual
formulations to FEM, General
approach to structure analysis, cn
continuous shape functions, Stress
analysis for one & two-dimensional
problems of structures, problem
formulation and solution for 1D, 2D,
3D, in-Plane and Eigen value
problems, beam analysis,
introduction to coupled problems in
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FEM, Dynamical Structural Analysis
and ANSYS / COMSO
MULTIPHYSICS for analysis
ME 733 Advanced Mechanics
of Materials (3-0)
Introduction, Stress and Strain
based analysis, Failure criteria for
thick cylinders, Unsymmetrical
Bending, Cauchy Elastic Materials,
Failure Theories, Damage
Mechanics, Viscoelasticity, Intro to
Continuum Mechanics, Fracture
Mechanics, Composite Materials,
categorization based on elastic and
plastic behavior of materials,
problem formulation for linear
elasticity, Variational formulation,
Energy theorems, Hamiltonian
formulations and introduction to
thermo-elasticity and viscoelasticity
ME 734 Advanced Mechanical
Vibrations (3-0)
Fundamentals of the theory of
surfaces, Kirchhoff Hypotheses,
Fundamental equations of the
classical plate theory, symmetrical
bending of circular plates, bending
of rectangular plates, anisotropic
plates and plates of various shapes,
Navier's solution and Levy's method
for rectangular plates, special and
approximate methods in theory of
plates and shells, thermal stresses
in plates, theory of edge effect,
buckling, membrane theory of
shells, bending theory of axi-
symmetrically loaded circular
cylindrical shells
2016
ME 735 Fracture Mechanics
(3-0)
Basic concepts, Toughness, elastic
& plastic fracture mechanics,
Fatigue, creep and Impact fracture
behavior, fracture mechanism in
metals and no metals, crack
propagation, thermal fatigue
ME 736 Theory of Plates 7
Shells (3-0)
Free and forced vibration of single-
degree-of-freedom, two-degree-of-
freedom and multiple-degree-of-
freedom systems, determination of
natural frequencies, experimental
modal analysis, and mode shapes
Transient vibrations, Analytical
methods to solve dynamic systems,
Eigen problems, continuous
systems and their modeling,
damping, vibration design and
control
ME 737 Product Design
Fundamentals (3-0)
Optimization methods, nonlinear
optimization under constraints,
multi objective optimization,
multidisciplinary design,
incorporating different disciplines
simultaneously, single and multi-
objective optimization under
constraints, Different approaches to
Multidisciplinary Design
ME 738 Renewable Energy -
Fuel Cell Systems (3-0)
Fuel cell systems for transportation,
buildings, utility and portable power
energy conversion applications,
Overview of fuel cell technology,
Thermodynamics of direct energy
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conversion and fuel cell efficiency,
Electrochemistry, equilibrium and
reaction kinetics. Temperature and
pressure effects on polarization
curves, Proton exchange membrane
fuel cell performance modeling.
Fuel cell system components: heat
exchangers, humidifiers, air
compressors, electric power
processing and management,
overall system integration,
modeling, and control, Fuel cells for
transportation, vehicle performance
and efficiency characteristics, Fuel
processing and reformers, Fuel cell
system design, economics and
optimization
ME 739 Theory of Plasticity
(3-0)
Fundamentals of plasticity, Stress
Strain curve, Yield Criteria, isotropy,
anisotropy, small deformation and
rate independence. Plastic analysis
in beams and frames, elasto-plastic
bending and torsion, theory of
spline field, Slip-line field theory for
plane strain elastically rigid perfectly
plastic solids, plane strain and axis
symmetric loading
ME 7310 Theory of Elasticity
(3-0)
Basic definitions of stress and strain
tensors, Stress strain curve, Hook's
Law, Stiffness and Modulus of
Elasticity, Strain - deformation
relations for small deformations,
Equilibrium equations, Analysis of
properties for isotropic, orthotropic
and anisotropic materials, Airy
stress functions for 2D plane stress
and plane strain
2016
ME 7311 Modeling and
Simulation of Systems (3-0)
Basic mathematical tools for
kinematics and dynamics modeling
of planar and spatial rigid multi body
dynamic systems, Absolute and
relative kinematic constraints and
driving constraints, virtual work and
the generalized force concepts,
equations of motion for constrained
rigid multi body systems, inverse
dynamics of kinematically driven
systems, equilibrium conditions,
and constant reaction forces, Euler
parameters for the orientation of
rigid bodies in space, numerical
considerations in solving spatial
differential-algebraic equations of
motion, Methods of coordinate
transformations with the help of
Euler angles, Direction cosines and
Quaternion, Attitude dynamics
(dynamics of angular motion),
Failure mode analysis, Robustness
analysis, Monte Carlo Simulations,
ANSYS / COMSOL MULTIPHYSICS
for analysis
ME 7312 Mechanics of
Composite Materials (3-0)
Types of Composites,
manufacturing, mathematical
modeling for composites, laminated
unidirectional composites under
various loading conditions,
lamination theory, effective stiffness
properties, laminated plate theory,
edge effects in laminates, nonlinear
theory of composites, failure
theories of composites, behavior of
composites under fatigue, creep,
bending and impact
ME 7313 Non Destructive
Evolution of Structures and
Materials (3-0)
Realization of the full potential of
structures, The course aims to
introduce the full range of NDE
techniques currently available,
including ultrasonic's, low-frequency
methods, X-radiography, acoustic
emission, shear graph and
thermograph
ME 7314 Smart Structures
(3-0)
Adaptive structures theory and
design, actuation system, shape
memory alloys, piezoelectric
materials, composite skins and
elastic sheets, anemometer,
thermocouple, pitot tube,
magnetostrictor, electrostriction,
fiber optic sensors, Feedback smart
structures
ME 7315 Non Linear
Dynamics and Chaos (3-0)
Modeling of Duffing type Mathieu
systems, sources of geometrically
non-linearity, kinematics and rigid
body dynamics, non
dimensionalization of equation of
motion, methods of harmonic
balance, simple perturbations,
review of Floquet theory, chaotic
dynamics, chaotic vibrations
ME 7317 Theory of Aero-
elasticity (3-0)
Theory of Elasticity, Basic
Aerodynamics and Aerodynamic
analysis tools, structural dynamics
(Single and Multi degree of freedom
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derivation of equations of elasticity,
Problems in Plane stress and plane
strain, Fourier transformation, basic
review of control systems, steady
and unsteady aerodynamics, Static
Aero elasticity phenomena
(Divergence, loss of lift
effectiveness and control reversal,
Aero-elastic trim), St. Venant's
Principle, various solutions for
different plate profiles, numerical
energy method, unsteady
aerodynamics, dynamic aero-
elasticity (Flutter, Dynamic response
(gust)), roto-dynamics (wind
turbines, hydropower turbines and
jet engines)
ME 7318 Experimental Stress
Analysis (3-0)
Revision of Fundamental concepts
of stress and strain in two and three
dimension, Mechanical and
electrical gauges, Electrical
resistance strain gage material, Foil
and wire gages, Two and three
elements rosette, Cross sensitivity
factor, Potentiometer and
Wheatstone bridge circuit, Full-half
and quarter bridge circuit, Strain
indicators, Data acquisition
systems, Transducers, Optics
description of light as an
electromagnetic wave. Maxwell's
equations, Design of optical
elements, Wave plates, Theory of
diffraction of light, Stress optic law,
Photo-elasticity. Caustics, Stress
Freezing, Scattered ray and brittle
coating techniques, Grid methods,
Study of Dynamic stress-strain
curve, Dynamic Stress analysis of
materials
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ME 7319 Condition
Monitoring of Rotating
Machines (3-0)
Introduction to vibration analysis,
maintenance in modern industry,
machine condition indicators, use of
vibration of mechanical components
on machine condition indicators,
common causes of vibrations in
mechanical system, vibration
characteristics, spectrum analysis,
vibration orbits or LISSAJOUS
figure, statistical distribution of the
common causes of vibration,
Lubricant analysis, spectral
changes, signature analysis
ME 7320 Introduction to
MEMS (3-0)
Introduction to Microsystems,
overview and trends, MEMS
materials, Lithography & thin film
processes, Bulk silicon
micromachining, Surface
micromachining, MEMS design,
Electrostatics, Electromagnetic,
thermal actuation, Inertial sensors;
Accelerometer, Gyroscope,
pressure transducers, Optical
transducers, Microfluidic basics,
Microfluidic devices , bio-MEMS,
MEMS packages, Application of
MEMS in space satellites
ME 7321 Fatigue in Metals &
Composites (3-0)
Intro to fatigue in metals &
composites, Fatigue crack growth,
Structural integrity of Metals,
Structural Integrity Polymeric matrix
composite laminates, Biomaterials
and its applications
2016
ME 7323 Vibrations of shells
& Plates (3-0)
Intro to Vibrations of Shells and
Plates, Deep shell Equations,
Equation of Motions for commonly
occurring geometries, Non shell
structures, natural frequencies &
Modes, vibrations of shells and
Membranes under the influence of
initial stresses, Combination of
Structures and its applications
ME 741 Advanced
Manufacturing
Systems & Design (3-0)
Introduction to Automation and
Control Technologies, Industrial
Control Systems, Sensors,
Actuators and other control
components, Numerical Control,
Industrial Robotics, CIM, Material
Transport Systems (Industrial
Trucks, AGVs, Monorails),
Automated Storage Systems,
Flexible Manufacturing Systems,
Automated Assembly Systems,
Intelligent Manufacturing Systems,
Lean Manufacturing, JIT Production,
Process Planning and Concurrent
Engineering
ME 742 Advanced
Manufacturing Processes (3-0)
Introduction, Advanced casting
processes, Advanced Welding
Techniques, Laser Technology,
Composites Manufacturing, Glass
Technology, Rapid Prototyping,
Design for Manufacturing &
Assembly, Concurrent Engineering,
Heat Treatment, Non-Traditional
Cutting Techniques, Intro to
Nanotechnology
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ME 743 Applied Optimization
Techniques (3-0)
Optimization Areas & Introduction,
Direct and indirect approach,
Gradient based methods, Global
and local methods, Lagragian
approach, Convexity, KKT
conditions, Region elimination
methods, Linear Programming,
Conjugate gradient methods,
Advanced Optimization Techniques,
Evolutionary Approach Genetic
Algorithms, Application areas and
Modeling Methods
ME 744 Computer Integrated
Manufacturing (CIM) (3-0)
Introduction to CIM, CIM Wheel &
Jigsaw, PLC & CNC programming as
automated inspection and
transportation systems, Open
Systems & Standardization, Open
Networks, IDEF Modeling Methods,
House of Quality tool, Lean
Manufacturing and other artificial
intelligence technologies, Training
on CAD/CAM software like Pro-E /
Creo2 / Master CAM Mill 8+ /
DELCAM / Part Maker etc
ME 745 Supply Chain
Management (3-0)
Quantitative Analysis, Financial
Management, Managing
Accounting Information for Decision
Making, Operations Management,
Project Management, Supply Chain
Overview, Enterprise Operations &
Planning
ME 746 Leadership &
Entrepreneurship (3-0)
Introduction, Entrepreneurship,
2016
Entrepreneur Forum,
Entrepreneurial Traits, Small &
Medium scale industries,
Entrepreneurial Ethics, Business
Plans, Marketing for small business,
Franchising, Case Studies
ME 747 Manufacturing
Strategies & Technology (3-0)
Methodologies used in the
synthesis and analysis of product
design to optimize
manufacturability, Relationship of
design to production processes,
product material, material handling,
quality costs, and CAD/CAM,
Introduction to cloud
Manufacturing, Rapid Prototyping,
CNC programming
ME 748 Modeling &
Simulation (3-0)
Stochastic processes applied to
control of various types of systems:
Markov chains, Queuing theory,
Bifurcations, Perturbation Methods,
non-homogeneous Equations,
Modeling and Simulation of
Dynamic systems based on Bond
graph theory, Training on Lab View
software
ME 749 Product Development
(3-0)
Introduction, Product Development
Strategies, Idea Generation &
Screening, Concept Development &
Testing, State-gate Process,
Commercialization, Product
Development Principles, Batch &
Mass Manufacture, Facility
Designing & Management
ME 7410 Total Quality
Management (3-0)
Management of Quality Assurance,
Operational and Statistical Principles
of Acceptance Sampling and
Process Control, Quality problems
in production lines, Introduction to
Total Quality Management
concepts, Taguchi Methods, Quality
Function Deployment, ISO 9000 &
Baldridge Award
ME 7411 Production &
Operations Management (3-0)
Methods of Planning and Control of
Manufacturing Organization,
Processes and Facilities including
Demand forecasting, Product
Development, Capacity Planning,
Inventory Control, Site selection,
Finance Development, Decision
Processes, Personnel Development
and Training, Manufacturing Policy
Formulation, Sequencing &
Scheduling
ME 7412 Industrial
Ergonomics (3-0)
Functional Anatomy of the Human
body, Work physiology and body
Energy Expenditure, Biomechanics
for people at work, Analytical tools
for Ergonomics, Introduction of the
fundamentals and applications of
industrial ergonomics for improving
equipment & tools, workplace & job
design, Design principles for human
operators and current issues in
industrial ergonomics, Evaluating
methodologies for design
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ME 7413 Concurrent
Engineering (3-0)
Concurrent/simultaneous
engineering methods and tools
such as system analysis, modeling
and Integration, Market Oriented,
Integrated Design for
Manufacturing, Assembly, Quality
and Maintenance, Product Design
Analysis, Integrated Product Design
and Manufacturing innovation
methods, QFD (Quality Function
Deployment) applied to concurrent
engineering, FMEA (Failure Mode
and Effect Analysis), POKA-YOKE,
KANZEI, waste reduction, quality
circles, Rapid Prototyping of
designed objects
ME 7414 Systems and
Reliability Engineering (3-0)
Reliability Theory, Basic concepts of
Probability, Poisson Process
Models, Reliability in Product and
Process Development, Reliability
Model & Predictions, Statistical
Inference, Reliability Design
Techniques, Design of Experiments,
Reliability Program Management,
Fault Avoidance, Software Testing,
Product Testing, Redundancy & Fault
Tolerance
ME 7415 Engineering
Management & Economics (3-0)
Organization Structure, Project
Delivery Systems, Planning &
Scheduling, Cost Control,
Uncertainty Analysis in Engineering,
Random Signals, Time Value of
Money, Interest Equivalence,
Evaluation of Projects, Inflation,
Depreciation, Taxation
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ME 751 Introduction to
Automotive Design (3-0)
Vehicle mechanics, Introduction to
automotive layout configurations,
modeling philosophy, Automotive
design elements: Powertrain,
Braking, Suspension, Styling,
Chassis, interior design and
ergonomics, Road surfaces and
tyre-ground interaction Axle loads,
Road loads: Aerodynamically
induced forces and moments
Aerodynamic vehicle design Quasi-
static cornering behavior.
Acceleration behavior: Powertrain
elements and their characteristics,
Traction and power limited
performance Fuel economy.
Deceleration behavior: Brake
system components and their
characteristics, Brake proportioning,
efficiency and adhesion utilization,
Governing standards and legislation.
Handling behavior, handling
performance criteria, mathematical
modeling of vehicle handling,
straight line stability and cornering
behavior, Practical suspension
system design
ME 752 Advanced Computer
Aided Design (3-0)
CAD philosophy, Part Modeling
through constructive solid
geometry, engineering drawings,
and interfacing with CNC machines,
assembly drawing, mechanical
joints and fasteners modeling,
surfacing and styling. In-depth
knowledge and be well-versed in at
least one CAD system used in
industry. This course is intended to
broaden the student's knowledge in
2016
other popular CAD packages by
studying similarities and differences
of the various commands and
techniques, interfacing in between
different CAD and FE software
ME 753 Powertrain and Brake
Design (3-0)
Introduction: Overview of
powertrain components and
systems. Clutch: Torque capacity,
performance during engagement
process, thermal analysis.
Transmission: Manual and
automatic gearboxes,
synchronisers, continuously variable
transmissions, traction control. Belt
drive: Power transmission,
efficiency, synchronous belts.
Brakes: Designs, torque
calculations, noise and vibration,
anti-lock braking systems, thermal
analysis. Drivetrain NVH:
Approaches to dynamic system
modelling, performance and
refinement issues
ME 754 Chassis and
Suspension Design (3-0)
Suspension systems and
components: Introduction to vehicle
suspensions, suspension types,
suspension components and their
characteristics, design and
selection-springs, anti-roll bars,
dampers, bushes, kinematic and
force analysis, anti-squat and anti-
jounce geometries, vehicle ride
quality analysis. Steering systems:
review of designs, system geometry
and kinematics, bump, roll and
compliance steer, forces-stationary
and moving vehicles, four wheel
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steer. Noise Vibration Harshness
(NVH): fundamentals of acoustics,
subjective response to noise,
automotive vibration-sources,
modelling and control, automotive
noise-sources, criteria and control.
Chassis structure: review of vehicle
structures, analysis of car body
structures, and safety under impact,
Acoustics and human comfort,
analytical and numerical analysis
ME 755 Road Vehicle
Aerodynamics (3-0)
Numerical methods or the basic
equations of fluid dynamics, Navier-
Stokes equations, Euler and
Reynolds Averaged equations,
Turbulence models, Basics of finite
approximations for partial
differential equations, Mathematical
properties of hyperbolic systems,
Finite volume and finite element
methods, Boundary conditions, Grid
generation and Practical algorithms
for compressible and
incompressible flow
ME 756 Noise Vibrations and
Harshness (3-0)
The application of engineering tools
and specifications for noise,
vibrations, and harshness, Sources,
Mitigation methods, Complexity and
influences on other vehicle
functions, Design, simulation and
validation methods
2016
ME 757 Hybrid Vehicle Design
(3-0)
The course focuses on techniques
and tools to build Hardware-in-the-
Loop (HIL) Simulation for evaluating
hybrid powertrains components and
architectures using programmable
power supplies, electrical loads,
dynamometers, and rapid control
prototyping tools. Special emphasis
is given to the use of such tools for
component characterization, safely
and efficiently interfacing electric
machines and their controllers
within the hybrid powertrain,
accommodating accessory loads
(disturbances) in hybrid powertrains
and conducting system diagnostics
ME 758 Vehicle and Traffic
Safety (3-0)
History of crash safety, Active and
Passive safety, Road design for
safety, restraint and supplemental
restraint systems, crumple zones
and structural design, fire and post-
crash safety, Crash legislation and
testing in various parts of the world,
evolution of crash safety protocols,
application of crash safety practices
in Pakistan, Statistical data
collection and interpretation, Design
constraints for crash, Computational
methods to analyze the mechanical
response of automotive structure,
Systems and components to
dynamic impact loading such as in
crash situations, Crush
characteristics, Structural collapse
and their influence on safety, Social
and economic aspects of safety
ME 759 Vehicle Dynamics
(3-0)
Vehicle ride, Quarter/half/full car
model, Suspension design
optimization, Design
guidelines/conflicts, Wheelbase
effects and left/right track inputs,
Front/Rear suspension results, Ride
measurements, Human response to
vibration, ISO standards, Springs,
nonlinear effects, bump stops,
Damper properties, nonlinear
properties, mono-tube, twin-tube.
Vehicle handling: Development of 2
D.O.F model, Understeer/Oversteer,
Steady state cornering, stability,
frequency response, Transient,
limiting manoeuvres, Standard
tests, steering pad, J turn, Lane
change manoeuvres, Straight
running, stability, aerodynamics
effects, neutral steer point, Effects
of braking, traction, Effect of
vehicle/suspension design
properties, c.g. position, tyre size,
load transfer, camber, compliances,
Effects of braking, traction,
Extended model including roll,
steering system, suspension
derivatives. Tyres: Mechanism of
force generation, Study of typical
force/moment data, Review of tyre
models. Suspension kinematics and
compliances: Role of the
suspension, Kinematics, wheel
motion control, Forces transmitted,
Roll centres, anti-dive and anti-
squat properties, Suspension
design, Review of typical designs,
Current design trends, Practical
implications
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ME 7510 Vehicle Acoustics
(3-0)
Review of current methods for the
noise, vibration and harshness (NVH)
design of passenger vehicles. Load
cases, analysis types and CAE
(Computer Aided Engineering)
optimization processes. NVH
analysis with relationship to other
vehicle function CAE processes,
Modeling, analysis procedures and
accuracy of results in virtual
vehicle development process.
Variability in actual vehicle
structures, Materials, modeling and
design, for NVH treatment, Sound
quality, Source identification
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ME 7511 Dynamics and
Controls of Automatic
Transmissions (3-0)
Vibration fundamentals, Vibration of
multi degree-of-freedom systems,
Automotive Engine Vibration,
Automotive Driveline Torsion
Vibrations, Finite Element Method in
Vibration Analysis
ME 7512 Tribology (3-0)
Surface topography and contact
mechanics, Hydrodynamic, Elasto-
Hydrodynamic and Boundary
lubrication, Rheology and lubricant
chemistry, Wear and friction of
metals, Ceramics and Polymers,
2016
Surface Engineering, Delamination
theory, Test methods in Tribology
ME 791 Thesis
Individual project carried out under
the supervision of one or more
members of academia. It requires
literature review, investigating
problem, testing, data gathering and
analysis, modeling and
development, experimentation, and
evaluation of results. These various
aspects vary from studies to
studies; however the maximum
components must be a part of the
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PhD in Mathematics
The PhD program at Department
of Mechanical Engineering creates
professionals who can contribute
valuably to the society through
high quality research. The
program's uniqueness lies in
inculcating critical thinking,
exploring innovative solutions and
applying multidisciplinary approach
to solve problems related to
industrial needs.
The department has state-of-the-
art advanced laboratories
established with the vision to
enhance research and
development activities in the field
of mechanical engineering and its
allied disciplines. The department
has well qualified Faculty which is
actively involved in research &
development in the areas of Fluid
Mechanics, Solid Mechanics,
Vibrations, Energy, Materials and
Manufacturing. The PhD is a full-
time program, in which students
complete their related course
work, pass their qualifying exams,
write thesis and publish their work
in reputable international journals
and conferences.
The department of Mechanical
Engineering offers following
specializations in PhD program:
l Mechanical Design & Analysis
l Fluid & Thermal Systems
l Manufacturing Systems
2016
Local PhD Program
Eligibility Criteria
l 18 years of education in science
and engineering field from any
HEC recognized University/
Institute
l Minimum Cumulative grade point
average (CGPA) of 3.00 out of band
4.00 in MS or 75% marks in case
where CGPA is not available
l Candidate must provide a valid
score of more than 60 in GAT-
Subject at the time of admission.
In case candidate fulfill other major
requirements of admission except
valid GAT-Subject score, a
maximum of 6 months are allowed
to a PhD candidate for passing
GAT-subject test and the candidate
is provisionally enrolled in PhD till
that time;
l Candidates have GAT-Subject score
of more than 60 in their field of
study (Mechatronics or
Manufacturing Engineering) other
than Mechanical Engineering may
be allowed for admission in PhD
conditioned to take some
deficiency courses in Mechanical
Engineering
l The deficiency courses should be
noncredit, approved by
Departmental Board of Graduate
Studies (DBGS)
l Statement of purpose (intended
research work during PhD)
approved by DBGS
l Giving a research presentation on
the research topic proposed in the
statement of purpose to DBGS and
getting a satisfactory grade
Research Prerequisites
l Research proposal (intended
research work during PhD)
approved DBGS. DBGS committee
comprises members as per IST
policy
l A PhD candidate will be required to
give a presentation to DBGS related
to his/her research proposal before
his/her research is finalized
Course work
l Minimum 18 credit hours of course
work must be undertaken with a
CGPA of 3.00 out of band 4
l For MS leading to PhD program,
students still need to pass 18
credit hours of course work over
and above the MS course work
with a CGPA of 3.0/4.0 before
undertaking the PhD qualifying
exam
l Migration/Transfer of the courses
from other Universities/Institutes is
allowed as per IST
Migration/Transfer policy
l The list of 6 PhD courses must
have been approved by DBGS at
the time of admission of a
candidate and DBGS should have
also assigned him a supervisor as
per IST Policy in vogue
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Qualifying test
Qualifying test is conducted after
successful completion of the course
work
l Student will present and defend
his synopsis in an oral exam
l A Minimum of 60 % marks are
required to pass the qualifying
test with a minimum of 40% in
each test
l Students who fail in qualifying
test will be allowed to reappear
once in the test only
Synopsis
After successful passing of the
comprehensive exam, a student will
write his/ her synopsis paper and
present/ defend his/her synopsis in
front of DBGS. The presentation/
defense of synopsis will be graded
by DBGS, written Synopsis is 40%
and presentation is 60%
The passing marks of synopsis are
60%
Research Work
l 24 credit hours of research work
spanning over at least two years
through continuous registration
in Thesis-I, Thesis-II, Thesis-III,
and Thesis-IV of 6 credits each
l MS-leading to PhD candidates
who disqualify PhD candidacy
test or don't want to proceed for
PhD degree still need to submit
thesis for a master degree
requirement
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PhD Thesis l Completion of Research Method
On the successful completion of course
research work, the student will l Successful completion of
write a detailed report/thesis about comprehensive exam
his/her research outcome. This l Successful presentation/defense
thesis/report will then be of synopsis
recommended by DGBS. Moreover, l Research publications in JQRS
a plagiarism check will also be indexed journals
conducted and endorsed by the
l Final Thesis Defense: Passed
respective supervisor as per HEC
with 60% marks
policy. After getting a clearance
l Successfully defending the
certificate, this thesis will be sent to
the international reviewer of thesis in front of Defense
technologically advanced countries Committee Approval by
(see guidelines of HEC for the Graduate Studies & Research
advance countries list) and national Council (GSRC).
expert of the relevant research area.
An open defense of the thesis after
positive feedback from foreign and
national expert will be arranged.
This defense will be conducted in
the presence of defense committee
and general audience. A viva
meeting between candidate and
defense committee to discuss
corrections required in the
dissertation. The candidate will be
informed about the outcome of
defense.
Award of PhD Degree
A PhD degree will be awarded to
the students after completion the
following requirements
l 42 Credit hours which includes
18 credit hours of core and
elective courses in the relevant
area and 24 dissertation
research credits registered for
and completed as Theses I, II,
III, and IV
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National Center For
Remote Sensing &
Geo-informatics (NCRG)
www.ist.edu.pk/ncrg

Department of Remote Sensing & Geo-information Science (RS & GISc)

A well-equipped Department of Remote Sensing & Geographical Information
Science has been established at Karachi to serve as a Centre of Excellence
in Remote Sensing and Geo-information Sciences (NCRG). The
Department is running under the Institute of Space Technology (IST),
Islamabad as one of its constituent colleges. It has a mandate to offer a
wide range of educational programs such as short training courses,
Certificate, PGD, Masters and PhD as well as research in varied
disciplines of RS and GIS.
While it has already initiated some of the envisaged academic activities
through short training on different themes of Remote sensing and
GISc, Its Master's degree (MS) in RS &GISc started in 2009 followed by
PhD program.
The MS in RS&GISc is an intensive program for students who are
interested in exploring the emerging space technologies and its
applications in different disciplines. Realizing the fact that many of the
developed countries are already drawing tangible benefits from these
technologies in a number of discipline areas, while the developing
countries like Pakistan are merely the user of these technologies. The
Centre of Excellence in Remote Sensing and Geo-Informatics is
mandated to fill in this technological awareness and skill development
gap and to draw optimum benefits through these technologies in
various national programs. Department of RS&GISc is providing a
powerful platform for scholars, professionals, students, public and
private sector organizations to broaden their vision in space-related
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Master of Science in more comfortable with the value of
(RS & GISc) degree awarded to him.
NCRG has the advantage of having
worked with the industry for many
decades in a variety of related
disciplines and user community.
NCRG therefore find itself in a much
better and comfortable position,
knowledge growth, real market
demands, future trends as well as
constraints and limitations in
practically adapting and
implementing RS/GIS based
technological solutions. With these
experiences, the Center has also
attained an insight to the real
problems, the gaps that exist and
demand for further research without
being involved in re-inventing the
wheel. The Department of RS &GISc
is also fortunate to have the
curricula of various renowned
international and national
universities and institutes. The HEC
curriculum gave a good guideline
and starting point for this activity.
While going through the program
structure of different universities,
like AIT, ITC, Stuttguart, MASTA and
some of the UK based Universities,
an international standard is being
maintained a career oriented
program. Although there is a room
for improvement, not only from the
theoretical and conceptual point of
view but also from the perspective
of industry and its emerging
requirements. With such
improvement and add-ons, a
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Local MS Programs with the following Semester Course Code Courses
specializations: 0 RSGS 610 Introduction to Remote Sensing
MS in RS&GISc with specialization in: & Digital Image Processing
l Remote Sensing and GISc RSGS 620 Introduction to Geographical
l Geo-informatics Information Science
l Spatial information Technology
RSGS 630 Introduction to Database and
Prerequisite Programming
l 4 years BS degree or 16 years of education (from HEC
RSGS 640 Remote Sensing and GIS
Recognized Institutes / Universities) preferably in RS &
GIS, Geoinformatics, GIScience, Surveying, Space Multidisciplinary Applications
Science, Geography, Geology, Computer, Geographics RSGS 600 Introduction to Mathematics/
Science, Information Systems, Electrical/ Statistics
Environmental/ Civil Engineering. Specific cases can 1 RSGS 711 Advanced Remote Sensing and
be considered upon application Digital Image Processing
l Valid NTS GAT-General taken with at least 50% marks
RSGS 721 Advanced Geographics
information science
Mandatory Courses Elective/Specialized Course-I
12 credit hours 2 RSGS 701 Advanced Research Methods
RSGS 731 Advanced Programming &
Elective Courses Customizing GIS
The elective course will be offered from the following Elective/Specialized Course-II
list; subject to the availability of specialized faculty and 3 Elective/Specialized Course-III
number of students interested in each course. RSGS 361 Thesis
4 Elective/Specialized Course-IV
Elective Courses RSGS 361 Thesis
Environmental science
RADAR Remote sensing Note: Duration of this program is four semesters including
Thesis/Dissertation. Students must complete their MS degree
Hydrology and Water resources requirements including 6 credit hours of thesis. A minimum of 3 GPA
Urban and regional planning is necessary to commence thesis work.
Coastal zone management
WebGIS
Satellite navigation system
Space Law
Hazards and Disaster Management
Fundamentals of Geology
Satellite Altimetry
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Introduction to Remote
Sensing & Digital Image
Processing
Introduction to Remote Sensing &
Digital Image Processing
Fundamentals of Remote Sensing,
Sensors, Remote Sensing Satellite
Systems, Image Rectification and
Restoration, Image Interpretation,
Image Enhancements, Image
Classification, Remote Sensing data
applications, Labs work, GIS
Integration, Field Trips
Introduction to Geographical
Information Science
Introduction, Coordinate Systems,
Data Acquisition & Capturing
Techniques, Data Visualization and
Cartography, GIS Application
Platforms, Spatial Data
Development and Manipulation,
Attribute Data Input and
Management, Georelational Vector
Data Model, ObjectVector Data
Model, Raster Data Model,
Querying Spatial Data, Geometric
Transformation Satellite based
Navigation, labs
Introduction to Database and
Programming
Introduction to databases, Database
Environment, The Relational Model,
Data Manipulation, Data Definition,
Entity-Relationship Modeling,
Normalization Computer
Programming/Languages,
Application Types, Programming
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Course Description
Paradigms, Programming
Environment, Variables and
Expressions, Data Types, Control
Structures, Connecting to
Databases, Labs
Remote Sensing and GIS
Multidisciplinary Applications
Remote Sensing Applications Land
use / Landover, Agriculture, Water
Resources, Natural Resources,
Natural Hazards and disaster
Management, Soil, Geology,
Geography, Urban Planning and
Management, Space laws, Labs,
Projects/studies on different
thematic applications
Introduction to
Mathematics/Statistics
Probability, Fourier Series, Partial
Differential function, Trigonometric
Differential Equations, Differential
series, Trigonometric Integration,
Error theory and Statistics, Spherical
Trigonometry, Celestial Sphere,
Vector Analysis
Advanced Remote Sensing
and Digital Image
Processing(2-1)
Advanced Digital Image Processing
Techniques, Hyperspectral RS,
Multi-Temporal / Multi-Resolution
data Analysis, Synthetic Aperture
Radar System, Shuttle Radar
Topography Mission, Digital
Photogrammetry, Labs, Workshops
2016
Advanced Geographical
Information Science (2-1)
Spatial Data Analysis, Spatial
Interpolation, Vector Data Analysis,
Raster Data Analysis, Terrain
Mapping and 3-D Analysis, Voronoi
Methods & TIN Algorithms, 3-D GIS
for City Modeling, Viewsheds and
Watersheds, Geocoding, Network
Analysis, Spatial Data Quality &
Uncertainties, GIS Project Design,
GIS Models and Modeling, GIS
Applications & Case studies 3-D
data Visualization , Labs
Advanced Database,
Programming and
Customizing GIS (2-1)
Part I-Computer Programming and
Problem Solving
Defining Functions, Arrays, Working
with Strings, Object Oriented
Programming, Inheritance and
polymorphism, Working with files,
Part II-Programming for GIS
GIS Applications, GIS
Customization, Geo Databases,
Analysis and Design, Planning,
Creating environment for
customization, Analysis and
Reporting, Packaging and
deployment, Customized
Applications - Case Studies, Labs
Advanced Research Methods
(3-0)
Introduction, Information
Acquisition, Assessment of Short
Comings and Reliabilities of
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Measurement, Study Designs and
Measurement, Sampling, Data
Collection Methods, Data Analysis
And Interpretation, Anticipated Out
Puts, Presentation Skills
Urban and Regional Planning
(2-1)
Introduction to urban planning and
management, International Scenario
on Urban Issues, Future Planning &
Management, Planning System in
Pakistan, Urban Networks, Utility
Information System, Urban Planning
Through Remote Sensing & GIS,
labs
Environmental Sciences (3-0)
The Environmental Dilemmas,
Environmental Sustainability and
Human Values, Ecosystems,
Ecosystems and Evolution, Human
Population Change and the
Environment, Risk Analysis and
Environmental Hazards, Solid and
Hazardous Waste: An Unrecognized
Resource, Air and Air Pollution,
Global Atmospheric Changes,
Freshwater Resources and Water
Pollution, Agriculture and Food
Resources, Nonrenewable Energy
Resources, Renewable Energy
Resources, Environmental Impact
Analysis, Mitigation and Impact
Management, Labs Field Visits
Coastal Zone Management
(2-1)
Introduction, The scope of coastal
zone management,
Ecosystems/Coastal processes,
Coastal Environment, The role of
2016
marine reserves in coastal zone
management, Integrated
approaches to coastal zone
management, Detailed case studies
of CZM in Pakistan, Labs ,Field visit
to different Coastal areas
Fundamentals of Geology
(2-1)
An Overview of the Earth, Structure
and Composition of Earth, Rocks
and Rock Cycle, Geological Hazards,
Surface Processes, History of Earth,
Land forms, Hydrology, Field
Geology, Geology and Environment,
Economic Geology, Geological
Framework of Pakistan, Mineral
resources of Pakistan, SRS and GIS
techniques in Geological
Applications, Labs , Field visit
Hazards and Disaster
Management (2-1)
Introduction to Disaster
Management, Earth Structure,
Materials, Systems, and Cycles,
Hazards Classification, Disaster
Management & Planning, Natural
Hazards; Earthquake, Tsunami,
Cyclones, Floods, Droughts and
Landslides, Remote Sensing and
GIS applications in Disaster
Management, Labs
Programming Languages and
Environment for RS/GIS (2-1)
Introduction to Visual C# and the
.NET Framework, The C# Language,
Strings, Dates, Times, and Time
Spans, Object-Oriented
Programming, Derived Classes,
Arrays, Indexers, and Collections,
Reflecting on Classes, Building a
Better Windows Interface, Building
Desktop Applications, Working with
Threads, Overview of the ADO.NET
Classes, ADO.NET Application
Development, Using DataSet
Objects to Store Data, Using
DataSet Objects to Modify Data,
Introduction to C# Web
Applications, Using XML in Web
Applications, Web Services, An
Introduction to MATLAB ,
Programming in MATLAB,, MATLAB
Graphics ,Digital Image Basics,
Labs, Projects
Land Information System (2-1)
Land information, Location of land
Registration and Cadastre in LIS,
Relation Land Registration and
Cadastre, General Role of land
registration and cadastre, Land
Registration process, Boundaries,
Fiscal Cadastre, Multipurpose
Cadastre, Institutional arrangement
and technical matters, Procedures
for introducing a land administration
system, Role of State of the art RS
and GIS Techniques in Land
administration, Labs
Hydrology and Water
Resources (2-1)
Introduction, Precipitation,
Abstractions from Precipitation,
Streamflow Measurement &
Hydrological Analysis, Hydrographs,
Floods, Flood Routing, Flood
Control, Groundwater, Runoff, Labs,
Project design and development
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Agriculture (2-1)
Agronomy, Soil Science,
Horticulture, Entomology, Plant
Pathology, Agricultural Practices in
Irrigated and Rain fed Areas, Main
techniques for image enhancement
for identification of different crops,
Mapping and monitoring agricultural
fields- Case studies, RS and GIS
integration for agricultural
applications, Advanced methods,
Crop monitoring, Crop Area
estimation, Crop condition
assessment, Crop yield estimation,
Field visit
Web based Geographic
Information System (2-1)
Introduction to Web based GIS,
Web Designing & Development,
Networking Fundamentals,
Client/Server Computing and
Distributed Component
Frameworks, HTML Fundamentals,
Stylizing Web Pages, Scripting, Web
Mapping, Map Mashups,
Distributed GIS, Standard
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Development, XML and GML
Applications, Web GIS Server
Packages, Mobile GIS, Quality of
Service and Security Issues in the
Development of Web GIS, Labs,
Project Development
Spatial Decision Support
System (SDSS) (2-1)
Decision Making Processes, Spatial
Decision-Making, Decision Support
Systems, Multicriteria Evaluation,
Methods and Tools for Collaborative
Decision-making, Consensus
Evaluation, Labs, Project
Development
Geostatistics (2-1)
Introduction, Measures of Central
Tendency or Averages, Measures of
Dispersion, Correlation and Simple
Regression, Geo-Statistical Analyst:
Powerful Exploration and Data
Interpretation Solutions
Labs
2016
Satellite Navigational System
(2-1)
Fundamentals of Reference
Systems and Frames, Basic
Principles of GPS Operations, Basic
Types of GPS Observable, GPS
Error Sources and Error Handling
Procedures, Position determination
with phases and pseudo-ranges:
Minimum constellation and over-
determined case, User Equipment,
Data Collection and Field
Procedures, Static vs Kinematic GPS
applications. GPS applications in
surveying, mapping, GIS, air and
land navigation and precision
farming, GPS in intelligent
transportation and fleet
management; remote sensing
applications in transportation. Labs
Space Laws (3-0)
Introduction to International Law,
Nature and development of Space
Law, Exploitation and Use of Outer
Space, Issuance of use of Outer
Space, Air Law
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DEPARTMENT OF
Space Science
www.ist.edu.pk/ss

Space Science is the study and research of issues specifically related to space exploration. It
comprises of interdisciplinary fields e.g. Stellar, Solar, Galactic and Extragalactic astronomy,
Planetary Science and Physical Cosmology, Earth Observation, Astrophysics, Space
plasma physics, Orbital mechanics/ Astrodynamics, Atmospheric/ Environmental
Science, Satellite and Space Communications, Remote Sensing and
Geoinformation Science, Space environment. Rapidly growing subjects of Space
Science in the present era of information technology are in process of evolution
from the state of infancy to the advanced levels at academic and research
institutions. The significant subjects falling under the umbrella of Space Science
comprise Remote Sensing, Satellite Applications, Space Physics, Astrodynamics,
Atmospheric Science etc. The courses offered in the department are the main
building blocks of Space Science. Emphasis has also been given to research and
applications oriented areas such as Space, Space Data Processing and
Geoinformatics. The Space Science uses new space-age technologies like
satellite positioning, space data visualizations, analysis tools and space data
interpretation to greatly advance scientific understanding of Earth and its
systems. With the launch of Earth observation satellites and micro and nano
satellites in Low Earth Orbit and communication satellites in geostationary orbits
around the Earth, the last decade has witnessed a wide spectrum of applications
in diverse fields subject to the need and quality of imagery acquired from the
Earth orbiting satellites. The advances in computing technology and techniques
have also contributed a lot in the development of more sophisticated than ever
sensors capable of observing the Earth with specialized and dedicated on-board
sensors with the help of satellite constellations.
The Space Science department at IST is a truly multidisciplinary department
within a multidisciplinary university. As society looks towards the future, we
continue the pursuit of further understanding the Earth system and beyond with
our focus on Remote Sensing, Astrodynamics, Atmospheric Science,
Meteorology and Earth Sciences. The department also conducts public
awareness programs like Sky-watch/ Star-gazing shows and World Space Week
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Mission:
The department mission is to
develop scientists with sound
theoretical and applied backgrounds
in space sciences and major allied
disciplines. This will help uplift their
socio-economic contributions and
allow them to compete in various
educational and R&D industry
arenas.
Program Educational
Objectives
l Produce scientists with
advanced knowledge of
mathematics, science, and
applied sciences within
specializations related to the
field of Space Science
l Produce scientists with an ability
to engage both theoretical and
experimental design towards
addressing and solving leading
research questions in respective
fields
l To develop an advanced ability
to formulate or design a system,
process, or program to meet
desired needs within
multidisciplinary teams.
l Cultivate the talent to function in
multidisciplinary and
interdisciplinary research teams
towards publishing at top notch
impact factor peer-reviewed
journals
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. world problems and their
l Nurture scientists by cultivating
a systematic research approach
towards identifying and solving
applied science problems at
national and international levels
l Develop understanding of
professional and ethical
responsibility
l Develop effective
communication ability and ability
to write for research journals
l Provide broad education
necessary to understand the
impact of solutions in a global
and societal context
l Recognition of the need for
ability to engage in life-long
learning
l Produce scientists with an ability
to use the techniques, skills, and
modern scientific and technical
tools necessary for professional
practice and related research
l To impart quality education
through up to date curriculum
and state of the art laboratory
facilities
l To strengthen the research skills
of the students
l To expose the students to real-
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solutions through regular field
work campaigns
l To expose students to
international research through
linkages with international
universities and research
centers
l To provide opportunities to the
students to interact with
national and international peers
through regular conferences,
workshops, guest lectures and
short courses
l To foster linkage between
academia and industry
l To maintain student teacher
ratio at par with the international
standards
l To provide a platform to
scientists working in various
national universities and R&D
organizations for higher learning
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Astronomy & Astrophysics - Field of Study
Introduction role in international basic research. The key areas of
Astronomy is the oldest branch of natural science that focus include Gravitational, Physics, Galaxy Evolution,
deals with heavenly objects. Night sky observations Dynamics and Evolution of Supermassive Black Holes in
of prehistoric cultures helped them to learn about Galaxy Centers, Modeling of Galaxy Mergers,
seasons, phases of moon, eclipses and celestial Gravitational Waves Data Analysis, Solar Plasma Physics
navigation. Galilio Galelei first pointed telescope The main objectives of the program are initiation in
towards the heavens and realized that heavenly body scientific research and training in Astronomy and
are not unchanging spherical objects, rather evolving Astrophysics.
entities with variety of shapes and sizes. By applying
laws of physics, astrophysicists try to understand the Employment Prospects
origin, structure, and evolution of planets, stars, The graduates having MS Astronomy and Astrophysics
galaxies, and the universe. degree have tremendous opportunities for jobs in
Fuelled by technological developments, the field of national space agency of Pakistan SUPARCO as well as
astronomy and astrophysics is currently gaining in all public/private sector universities of Pakistan
importance worldwide. A new generation of space- offering teaching and research in natural sciences.
borne telescopes such as Hubble Space Telescope,
Chandra X-ray observatory and the Spitzer Infrared Higher Education (PhD)
Space Telescope together with advanced ground- The graduates can get PhD positions in
based telescopes and enormous increases in Physics/Astrophysics/Astronomy in local and foreign
computing power are enabling a golden age of universities and get scholarships from agencies like,
International Max Planck Research School (IMPRS),
astrophysics.
German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), Albert
Important discoveries have been made within our Einstein Institute (AEI), Erasmus Mundus, and Higher
own solar system through explorations of robotic Education Commission of Pakistan (HEC).
spacecraft and landers. Precise observations of
centers of galaxies including our own Milky Way
Galaxy revealed that most galaxies, if not all, harbor
central supermassive black hole responsible for
extremely energetic and exotic phenomena
associated with quasars and radio galaxies. We also
discovered that universe is expanding with ever
increasing rate suggesting that we are living in an
epoch of dark energy dominated universe. With CMB
data from WMAP and PLANCK, we understand a
great deal about large scale structure formation.
The MS program in Astronomy and Astrophysics
focuses on underlying physics of phenomena beyond
the Earth, theory, data analysis and modeling
techniques, which will undoubtedly play a prominent

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Scheme of Studies
2016
MS in Astronomy & Astrophysics
Semester Subject Credit Hours
Duration: 2-years (4-semesters) 1 Astronomy & Astrophysics 3
Prerequisites Mathematical Physics 3
l M. Sc. Physics/Math from a recognized university Theoretical Plasma and 3
l B. S. Physics/Math
Astrophysics
l B. S. (Space Science) from a recognized university
l M. Sc. (Space Sciences). 2 Universe of Galaxies 3
Computational Astrophysics 3
Valid NTS GAT-General test score with minimum 50 Elective-I 3
marks. 3 Elective-II 3
Elective-III 3
Credit Hours: 30 (24 + 6) Thesis 3
Research Areas: 4 Thesis 3
l Galaxy Dynamics
l Supermassive Black Holes Evolution
l Gravitational Physics
l Space Plasma Physics

Course Description
Compulsory Courses
Fundamentals of Astronomy
Historical overview, coordinate
systems, celestial mechanics, virial
theorem, solar system
Telescopes
Light gathering, angular resolution,
image formation, refracting
telescopes, reacting telescopes,
adaptive and active optics, ultra violet
and infrared Astronomy, radio
Astronomy, high energy Astronomy,
space telescopes
Star Formation and Properties
of Stars
Gravitational binding, molecular
clouds and star formation, magnetic
effects and star formation, luminosity
of collapsing clouds, brightness of
star light, continuous radiations from
stars, stellar colors, stellar distances,
apparent and absolute magnitude,
spectral lines, spectral types of stars,
HR - diagram, The Sun: a typical star,
basic structure, temperature
distribution, chromosphere, corona,
solar activity, solar neutrinos
Stellar Evolution and the Fate
of High Mass Stars
Stellar energy sources, gravitational
potential energy and life time of
stars, nuclear energy for stars, stellar
structure, stellar models, evolution of
the high mass stars, evolution of low
mass stars, Cepheid variables, white
dwarfs, core evolution, supernova
remnants, neutron stars, neutron
degenracy pressure, pulsars, stellar
mass black holes
Galaxies and the Large Scale
Structure of the Universe:
The Milky Way galaxy, kinematics of
the Milky Way, Hubble sequence,
spiral galaxies, elliptical galaxies,
galaxy clusters, expansion of the
universe, active galactic nuclei,
cosmology, Hubble's law, cosmic
wave back ground, origin of the
structures

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Literature
l B. W. Carrol & D. Ostile,
Introduction to Modern
Astrophysics (2nd edition),
2007, Pear-son Education
l A. Unsold & B. Baschek, The
New Cosmos, 2001, Springer
l H Karttunen, Fundamental
Astronomy, 2003, Springer
l Steven N. Shore, The Tapestry
Of Modern Astrophysics, 2003,
John & Wiley Sons
Mathematical Physics
Infinite series, power series,
Complex numbers, Linear algebra,
Partial differentiation, Multiple
integrals, Vector analysis, Fourier
series and transforms, Ordinary
differential equations, Calculus of
variations, Tensor analysis, Group
Theory, Special functions, Series
solutions of differential equations,
Legendre, Bessel, Hermite, and
Laguerre functions, Partial
differential equations, Functions of
a complex variable, Probability and
statistics.
Recommended Textbooks:
l Arfken, G.B., Weber, H.J. &
Harris, F.E. Mathematical
Methods for Physicists: A
Comprehensive Guide. London:
Springer, 7th Edition, 2013
l Boas, M. Mathematical
Methods in the Physical
Sciences. NY: Wiley, 3rd
Edition,2005
l Hassani, S. Mathematical
Methods: For Students of
Physics and Related Fields, NY:
Springer, 2nd Edition, 2008
2016
l Hassani, S. 1999. Mathematical
Physics: A Modern Introduction
to its Foundations, NY:
Springer, 2nd Edition, 1999
l Szekeres, P. A course in
Modern Mathematical Physics:
Groups, Hilbert Space and
Differential Geometry,
Cambridge Press, 2004
Universe of Galaxies
Tools of Astronomy, Stars, galaxy
classification, galaxy evolution,
galaxies in expanding uni-verse,
pre-galactic era, The Milky Way:
Stellar populations, stellar
luminosity function, mass to light
ratio, initial luminosity function,
thick and thin disk, star clusters
and spiral structure, interstellar
medium, Galactic rotation curve,
Galactic bulge, bar and Galactic
center, stellar halo, globular
clusters, Milky Way formation
scenarios, Spiral and Elliptical
Galaxies: Main characteristics of
spiral galaxies, surface photometry,
cold gas, molecular gas, Schimdt
law, rotation curves, Tulley-Fischer
relation, spiral structure and
density waves, Shapes of elliptical
galaxies, photometry and structure,
stellar motions, Faber-Jakson
relation, fundamental plane, gas
contents, central black hole, Mbh -
sigma relation, luminosity function,
Active Galaxies: Types of active
galaxies, quasars, radio galaxies,
AGN supermassive black hole
connection, unified scheme , Dark
Matter: Visible matter, dark matter
in galaxies, dark matter in clusters,
gravitational lensing, dark matter
candidates, dark matter
observations, Cosmology:
Fundamental observations,
Hubble's Law, Cosmic Microwave
Background (CMB), observing
nucleosynthesis and early universe,
formation of structures, expansion
of the universe, large scale
structures Galactic rotation curve,
Galactic bulge, bar and Galactic
center, stellar halo, globular
clusters, Milky Way formation
scenarios, Spiral and Elliptical
Galaxies: Main characteristics of
spiral galaxies, surface photometry,
cold gas, molecular gas, Schimdt
law, rotation curves, Tulley-Fischer
relation, spiral structure and
density waves, Shapes of elliptical
galaxies, photometry and structure,
stellar motions, Faber-Jakson
relation, fundamental plane, gas
contents, central black hole, Mbh -
sigma relation, luminosity function,
Active Galaxies: Types of active
galaxies, quasars, radio galaxies,
AGN supermassive black hole
connection, unified scheme , Dark
Matter: Visible matter, dark matter
in galaxies, dark matter in clusters,
gravitational lensing, dark matter
candidates, dark matter
observations, Cosmology:
Fundamental observations,
Hubble's Law, Cosmic Microwave
Background (CMB), observing
nucleosynthesis and early universe,
formation of structures, expansion
of the universe, large scale
structures
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Literature
l L. S. Sparke and J. S. Galleghar,
Galaxies in the Universe,
Cambridge university press
(2nd edition), 2007
l Barbara Ryden, Introduction to
Cosmology, 2006, Addison-
Wesely
l F. Combes et al, Galaxies and
Cosmology (2nd edition), 2001,
Springer
l Introduction to Modern
Astrophysics, B. W. Carrol & D.
O stile (2nd edition), 2007,
Pearson Education
Theoretical Plasma &
Astrophysics
Hydrodynamics: derivation of
equations of hydrodynamics; virial
theorem; ideal and viscous fluids;
hydrostatic equilibria; sound waves;
supersonic flows and shocks;
hydrodynamic instabilities;
convection and turbulence.
Plasma Physics: Plasma fourth
state of matter, Single particle
motion, Plasma as fluids, Waves in
Plasma, Diffusion and resistivity,
equations of ideal
magnetohydrodynamics; ambipolar
diffusion (non-ideal MHD); Alfven
waves; collisionless plasma;
dispersion relations; longitudinal
waves and Landau damping.
Stellar Dynamics: timescales;
relaxation processes; Jeans
equation; virial theorem for N-body
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systems; equilibria and stability of
self-gravitating systems; dynamical
friction; Fokker Planck
approximation.
Computational Astrophysics
Elective Courses
General Relativity
Flat Spacetime, Vectors and Dual
Vectors, Tensors. Special Relativity,
Energy and Momentum, Conserved
Currents, Stress Energy Tensor,
Transformation Law for Tensors,
Metric in a Curved Space,
Orthonormal and Coordinate Bases;
Derivatives; Tensor Densities;
Differential Forms and Integration,
Gauge/Coordinate Transformations.
Metric in a Curved Space,
Orthonormal and Coordinate Bases;
Derivatives; Tensor Densities;
Differential Forms and Integration,
Gauge/Coordinate Transformations.
Connection and Curvature,
Geodesics, Introduction to
Curvature, Geodesic Deviation,
Bianchi Identity, Killing Vectors and
Symmetries, Einstein's Equation and
Gravitation, Cosmological Constant,
Hilbert Action.
Weak Field/Linearized General
Relativity, Gauge Invariant
Characterization of Gravitational
Degrees of Freedom. Spacetime of
an Isolated Weakly Gravitating Body,
Gravitational Waves, Gravitational
Lensing, Cosmology, Friedmann-
Robertson-Walker Solution;
2016
Distance Measures and Redshift,
Schwarzschild Solution, Birkhoff's
Theorem, Metric of a Spherical
Star, Black Holes, Collapse to
Black Hole; Orbits of a Black Hole,
Kerr and Reissner-Nordstrom
Solutions, Advanced Topics and
Current Research in General
Relativity.
Recommended Textbooks:
l Carroll, S. An Introduction to
General Relativity: Spacetime
and Geometry. San Francisco,
CA: Addison Wesley, 2003
l Stephani, H. General Relativity:
An introduction to the theory of
the gravitational field.
Cambridge University Press,
1990
l Misner, C. W., Thorne K.S., and
Wheeler, J.A. Gravitation. San
Francisco, CA: W.H. Freeman,
1973
l Bernard, S. A First Course in
General Relativity. New York,
NY: Cambridge University
Press, 1985
l Hartle, J. Gravity: An
introduction to Einstein's
general relativity. San Francisco,
CA: Addison-Wesley, 2002
l Wald, R. General Relativity.
Chicago, IL: University of
Chicago Press, 1984
l Poisson, E. A Relativist's Toolkit.
New York, NY: Cambridge
University Press, 2004
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Statistics and Probability
Probability, Types of Random
variables (discrete, continuous,
univariate, bivariate), Probability
Distributions of Random Variables
(general/special) General Probability
Distributions, Special Probability
Distributions , Inferential Statistics ,
Testing of Hypothesis, Regression
and Correlation analysis, Monte
Carlo Integration
Goals
In this course the students will learn
about the necessary statistical
concepts, methods and their
applications to analyze data in
statistical manner. Particularly, it will
help to prepare them to learn the
analysis of gravitational waves data
coming from gravitational wave
detectors operating in different
parts of the world.
Recommended Literature:
l Modern Mathematical Statistics
with Applications (Springer
Texts in Statistics)
l By Jay L. Devore, Kenneth N.
Berk
l An Introduction to Statistical
Methods And Data Analysis
l By Lyman R. Ott, Micheal T.
Longnecker
l Markov Chain Monte Carlo in
Practice (Chapman & Hall/CRC
Interdisciplinary Statistics) By
W.R. Gilks, S. Richardson, David
Spiegelhalter
l Markov Chain Monte Carlo:
Stochastic Simulation for
Bayesian Inference, Second
Edition (Chapman & Hall/CRC
2016
Texts in Statistical Science) l Plasma Diagnostics, Volume
l By DaniGamerman and Hedibert 1Discharge Parameters and
F. Lopes Chemistry, edited by Orlando
Auciello and Daniel L. Flamm
Experimental Techniques in Academic Press (1989)
Plasmas l Principles of Plasma
Plasma types, Parameter ranges Spectroscopy Hans R. Griem
(time, space, density, temperature, Cambridge (1997)
spectra), Implications on l Laser Aided Diagnostics of
diagnostics needed, Plasma Gases and Plasmas
discharges, Laser produced l K Muraoka and M Maeda
plasmas Fusion reactors,Vacuum Institute of Physics Publishing
regimes, Types of pumps and (2000)
performances, Pressure gauges,
Emission spectroscopy,
Interferometry, Thomson scattering,
Laser induced fluorescence,
Langmuir probes, Thompson
parabolas, Mass spectroscopy,
Electrical and magnetic probes,
Impedance measurements, Laser-
plasma Interactions, Space
Plasmas, Thermonuclear Fusion,
Technological Plasmas
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the
module students will have
l A knowledge of the operating
principles of the most
significant types of
Experimental plasma devices
l A knowledge of the operating
principles behind widely-used
plasma physics
l Diagnostic techniques
Typical Reference Texts
l Principles of Plasma
Diagnostics (Second Edition)
I.H. Hutchinson Cambridge
(2002)
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Space Plasmas
Quasilinear Theory, Non-linear wave
interaction, MHD turbulence,
Landau Damping, Schocks, Chaos,
Vortices, Plasma Diagonostic
Techniques
Stellar Dynamics
Potential Theory: Spherical
systems, potential density pairs,
potentials of spheriodal, ellipsoidal
and disk systems, Potential of our
galaxy.
N-body Codes: Direct summation,
tree-codes, particle mesh codes.
The Orbits of Stars: Orbits in
spherical potential, orbits in
axisymmetric potential, orbits in
triaxial potential, orbits in elliptical
galaxies, numerical orbit integration.
Equilibria of Collisionless
Systems: Boltzmann equation,
Jeans theorems, distribution
functions, Jeans and virial equation.
Kinetic Theory: Relaxation
processes, Fokker Planck
approximation, the evolution of
spherical stellar systems.
Dynamical Friction:
Chandrasekhar's formula,
applications of dynamical friction,
decay of black hole orbits,
formation and evolution of binary
black holes.
Literature
l James Binney & Scott Tremaine,
Galactic Dynamics (second
edition) , Princeton University
Press, 2008
l W.C. Saslaw, "Gravitational
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physics of stellar and galactic
systems", Cambridge UP, 1987
l D. Heggie & P. Hut, "The
gravitational million-body
problem", Cambridge UP, 2003
Galactic Nuclei and
Supermassive Black Holes
Observations of Galactic Nuclei
and Supermassive Black Holes:
Structure of galaxies and galactic
nuclei, Techniques for weighing
black holes, Evidence for binary and
multiple supermassive black holes
(SMBHs), Gravitational Waves.
Motion Near Supermassive
Black Holes: Keplarian orbits,
perturbed orbits, The post
Newtonian approximation,
Relativistic orbits, stellar motion at
the center of the Milky Way.
Loss Cone Dynamics: Spherical
symmetry, non spherical nuclei,
binary and hyper velocity stars,
relativistic loss cones, extreme
mass ratio inspirals.
Collisional Evolution of Nuclei:
Evolution of stellar distribution
around SMBH, cusp (re)generation,
black hole driven expansion,
massive perturbers, Evolution of
nuclei lacking SMBH. Binary
Multiple Supermassive Black
Holes: Interaction of massive
binary with field stars, massive
binary at the center of a galaxy-early
and late evolution, simulations of
galaxy mergers, triple supermassive
black holes and final parsec
problem.
2016
Literature:
l David Merritt, Dynamics and
Evolution of Galactic Nuclei,
Princeton Series in
Astrophysics, 2013
l James Binney & Scott Tremaine,
Galactic Dynamics (second
edition) , Princeton University
Press, 2008
Gravitational Waves Data
Analysis
Modeling / parameter estimation
in general: Prior, likelihood,
posterior, MAP, ML
Source Models: Starting from
simple examples of single and
multiple sinusoid and chirp mass
signals.
Noise (white/colored) and its
spectrum:
auto-covariance/-correlation,
spectrum, white noise, coloured
noise, spectrum estimation, Fourier
methods, windowing
Signal detection: Marginal
likelihood, evidence, Bayes factor,
likelihood ratio test, Neyman-
PearsonLemma,generalized
likelihood ratio test, multiple
testing, trials factor, "look-
elsewhere-effect",Lindley's paradox,
detection/false-alarm probabilities
sensitivity/specificity), ROC curve,
non-detection limits,
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Estimation methods (Bayesian
MCMC): Common posterior
computations, pseudo random
number generation, inverse
methodGibbs sampler, Metropolis
sampler, Metropolis-Hastings
sampler, simulated, annealing,
parallel tempering, nested sampling
Goals
The purpose of this course is to
produce potential researchers to
tackle the greater challenge of
gravitational wave detection. In this
course the students will gain
knowledge and skills that are
needed for this area of research
thus making it easier for them to
collaborate with or join a
gravitational wave data analysis
group in NASA, ESA and other
international organizations.
Potential references
GW in general
K. S. Thorne. Gravitational radiation.
In S. W. Hawking and W. Israel,
editors, 300 years of gravitation,
chapter 9, pages 330358.
Cambridge
University Press, Cambridge,
B. F. Schutz. Gravitational wave
astronomy. Classical and Quantum
Gravity, 16(12A):A131A156,
December 1999.
C. Cutler, K. S. Thorne. An overview
of gravitational-wave sources.
Arxiv preprint gr-qc/0204090, April
2002.
2016
Modelling, parameter estimation &c Learning outcomes
* general (mostly frequentist)
statistics:
A. M. Mood, F. A. Graybill, and D. C.
Boes. Introduction to the theory
of statistics. McGraw-Hill, New York,
1974.
* Bayesian methods, computational
methods:
A. Gelman, J. B. Carlin, H. Stern, D. B.
Rubin. Bayesian data analysis.
Chapman & Hall / CRC, Boca Raton,
1997.
P. C. Gregory. Bayesian logical data
analysis for the physical sciences.
Cambridge University Press,
Cambridge, 2005.
* Gaussian non-white noise modelling,
"Whittle" likelihood etc.:
L. S. Finn. Detection, measurement,
and gravitational radiation.
Physical Review D, 46(12):52365249,
December 1992.
Industrial Plasmas
Electrical breakdown, DC discharges,
RF-driven plasma sources, Low
Pressure Plasmas, Capacitive coupling,
Inductive coupling, Microwave driven,
Magnetically enhancement, High
Pressure Plasmas, Arcs, Corona,
Dielectric Barrier Discharges, Jets,
Microplasmas, Plasma Chemistry,
Collision physics Plasma-surface
interactions, Sheaths, Sputtering,
Adsorption, Desorption, Electron
emission, Industrial Use of Plasmas,
Lighting, Microelectronics, Surface
modification, Nanoscale fabrication,
Biomedicine
l On successful completion of
the module students will have
a knowledge of the operating
principles of important low
temperature plasma devices
and their electrical,
physical and chemical
properties
l A knowledge of existing and
potential applications of low
temperature plasmas
l An insight into research at the
frontiers of the field
Typical Reference Texts:
l Principles of Plasma Discharges
and Materials Processing by
Michael Lieberman , Allan J.
Lichtenberg. John Wiley (2005)
l Low Temperature Plasma
Physics by Rainer Hippler,
Sigismund Pfau and Martin
Schmidt Wiley-VCH (2001)
Non-equilibrium Air Plasmas at
l
Atmospheric Pressure by K. H.
Becker, R. J. Barker, and K. H.
Schoenbach Institute of Physics
Publishing (2004)
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Atmospheric & Environmental Science
Field of Study
MS in Atmospheric & Environmental Science Semester Subject Credit Hours
1 Core Course: Advanced 3
Prerequisites Research Methods
l BS/ BSc (16 years of education): Environmental Core Course: Advanced 3
Science/ Environmental Engg/ Chemical Engg/ Environmental Science
Mechanical Engg/ Aerospace Engg/ Physics/
Core Course: Advanced 3
Chemistry/ Space Science/ Life Sciences from a
recognized university Atmospheric Science
l MSc (16 years of education): Environmental 2 Core Course: RS/GIS for 3
Science/Environmental Engg/ Chemical Engg/ Environment
Mechanical Engg/ Physics/ Chemistry/ Aerospace Elective-I 3
Engg/ Space Science /Life Sciences from an HEC
recognized university Elective-II 3
l Others with permission of the departments 3 Elective-III 3
Elective-IV 3
Valid NTS GAT-General test score with minimum 50 Thesis 3
marks.
4 Thesis 3

Introduction: these major issues and working chemistry of processes related to

The advent of atmospheric sciences
dates as far back as Aristotle who in
his classical treatise, Meteorologica
laid some of the foundations of this
expanding field. With the advent of
ground instruments, computers and
more recently observations from
space, a new and exciting era of
atmospheric and environmental
sciences is unfolding.
In the local context, Pakistan is
heavily challenged due to extreme
weather events and climate change
including major massive flooding in
the past four years. A major focus
of the MS program is towards
developing better understanding of
towards providing solutions that are
sustainable.The group at IST is
focused on both physics and
chemistry aspects of these issues
and approaches complex
environmental problems in a
multidisciplinary and
interdisciplinary manner. Further,
both local and international
collaborations are involved, which
includes joint partnerships with
Pakistan Meteorological
Department and Environment
Canada.
The MS program in Atmospheric
and Environmental Science thus
focuses on underlying physics and
Earth which involve direct
observation, data analysis and
modeling approaches.Key focus
areas include Atmospheric Physics
and Chemistry, Cloud and Aerosol
dynamics, Satellite and Ground
Meteorology, Hydrology and
Climate Change.
Students in the MS program are
trained at local and international
standards for scientific scholarship
and research. This is expected to
open manyarenas of professional
opportunities towards meaningful
contributions to their scientific
communities.

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Course Description
Core Courses
Advanced Atmospheric
Science
Components of Earth System,
Hydrologic Cycle, Carbon Cycle,
Oxygen in the Earth System.
Atmospheric Thermodynamics; Gas
Laws, Hydrostatic Equation, First
Law of Thermodynamics, Adiabatic
Process, Water Vapor in Air, Static
Stability, Second Law of
Thermodynamics and Entropy.
Radiative Transfer; Spectrum of
Radiation, Quantitative Description
of Radiation, Blackbody Radiation,
Physics of Scattering and
Absorption, Radiative Transfer in
Planetary
Atmospheres.Atmospheric
Chemistry; Composition of
Troposphere Air, Sources, Transport
and Sink of Trace Gases,
Tropospheric Trace Gases,
Tropospheric Aerosol, Air Pollution,
Tropospheric Chemical Cycles and
Stratospheric Chemistry. Cloud
Microphysics; Nucleation of
Water Vapor Condensation,
Microstructure of Warm Cloud,
Growth of Cloud Droplets in Warm
Clouds, Microphysics of Cold
Clouds
Advanced Environmental
Science
Environmental pollution; Air, water,
soil, marine, thermal, nuclear
pollution, Solid waste management,
Disaster management, Introduction
2016
to Environmental Management
System; principles and elements of
the process of EMS, Application of
environmental management
principles and tools of
environmental management,
Introduction of ISO14000 series of
standards and its role in
environmental management
Environmental Analytical
Techniques; Introduction; Principles
of physical, chemical and
microbiological analysis of
environmental pollutants, Sampling
Procedure for the examination of
Water, Wastewater, Air and Solid
Waste; sampling rules, sample
collection and preservation.
Laboratory Techniques and Field
Monitoring for parameters of
importance causing environmental
pollution. Environmental Chemical
Analysis; role and importance,
classical methods: volumetric and
gravimetric analysis. Instrumental
Techniques using Atomic
Absorption and Emission Analysis
Spectrophotometery, Gas
Chromatography etc.Assessment
and Interpretation of Results using
Statistical Tools. Use of GIS RS for
environmental monitoring and
sensing
Climate Change; Introduction,
Green House Gases, Effects of
climate change on atmosphere and
terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems,
Climate change and food
production, climate change and its
effects on Pakistan's agriculture,
water resources, forests etc.
Energy and Environment; Energy
and its forms, energy resources,
types, uses;merits and demerits of
development and use of energy
resources (coal, gas, petroleum,
nuclear)local, regional and global
impacts of the use of different
energy resources, energy resources
of Pakistan, non-renewable and
renewable, patterns of energy
consumption in Pakistan, Future
energy scenario of world and
Pakistan, sustainable energy
management for agriculture,
transport, industry and domestic
sectors, alternate energy resources,
merits and demerits of wind, solar,
hydropower, bio-energy resources
Advanced Research Methods
Introduction to Research, Research
Problem, Review of Related
Literature, Research Hypothesis or
Questions, Sampling, Research
Instruments, Research Types (Detail
Description), Skills and knowledge
required to pursue any
research/scientific
study/investigation, collection and
analysis of data, qualitative and
quantitative measurement
techniques, surveys and sampling
procedures, data interpretation and
analysis, writing Research Proposals
and Reports, Evaluation Criteria.
Standards methods and steps
followed in any research activity
right from the evolution of idea,
validation of results and accuracy
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assessment. Focus on the research
undertakings in the field of Space
Science
Atmospheric Dynamics
Momentum Equation, Scale
Analysis of Equation of Motion,
Continuity Equation,
Thermodynamics Energy Equation,
Basic Equation in Isobaric
Coordinates, Vertical Motion,
Circulation and Vorticity, Planetary
Boundary Layer, Quasi Geostrophic
Analysis, Atmospheric Waves,
Baroclinic Instability, Mesoscale
Circulation and General Circulation
Ground/Satellite Radar
Meteorology
Brief history of radar and satellite
meteorology; Solar and thermal
infrared radiation and relevance to
remote sensing, Properties of
radiation: wave, frequency, and
energy; Flux and intensity; EM
spectrum; Emission; Planck
function, Wien's law, Stefan-
Boltzmann law, Rayleigh-Jeans
approximation; Absorption;
Kirchhoff's law, Lambert's law;
Scattering; Basic radiative transfer
equation; No-scattering and no-
emission equations; Reflection;
Refraction; Rayleigh and Mie
scattering
Radar hardware; Doppler dilemma,
pulsing rate (PRF) and Nyquist
velocity; the relationship between
pulse width and radar range
resolution; Curvature, super, sub-,
and standard refraction; Radar
equation for point targets;
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Distributed targets; concept of
reflectivity and D^6 relationship
with size for Rayleigh scattering,
Doppler velocity;
Interpreting Doppler Velocity
Patterns.Cloud and rain drop size
distribution (Marshall Palmer
distribution), Z-R relationship, Snow,
bright band, and hail; Attenuation
and TRMM radar; Introduction to
satellite meteorology and orbits;
Operational remote sensing in
visible and IR; Operational remote
sensing in microwave and UV;
Retrievals of temperature and
clouds; Wind retrieval; Precipitation
retrieval; Identifying clouds;
Identifying dynamic features;
Identifying surface and visibility
phenomena
Advanced Atmospheric
Chemistry
Atmospheric Radiation and
photochemistry; Basic principles,
Radiation (solar & Terrestrial),
Radiative Flux in Atmosphere, Beer-
Lambert law, Atmospheric
photochemistry, absorption of
radiation by atmospheric gases,
photodissociation
Chemistry of the Stratosphere;
Overview of the stratospheric
chemistry, Chapman mechanism,
Nitrogen Oxides Cycles
(Stratospheric sources of NOx from
N2O, NOx Cycles) HOx Cycles,
Halogen Cycles, Stratospheric
ozone depletion, Ozone depletion
potentials
Chemistry of troposphere;
Production of OH radical in the
2016
troposphere, photochemical cycle
of NO2, NO, and O3, Atmospheric
Chemistry of CO, Atmospheric
chemistry of methane, Role of VOC
and NOx in ozone formation,
Chemistry of nonmethane organic
compounds, Chemistry of biogenic
hydrocarbons, Chemistry of Sulfur
compounds
Chemistry of the atmospheric in
aqueous phase; Water in the
atmosphere, Henry law, aqueous
phase chemical equilibria
Properties of atmospheric
Aerosol; Size Distribution
Function, Ambient aerosol size
distribution, Aerosol chemical
composition, Spatial and Temporal
Variation, Gaseous inorganic air
pollutants, organic air pollutants,
photochemical smog
Nucleation, Atmospheric Diffusion;
Dry deposition, wet deposition.
Indoor Air pollution; sources, types
of pollutants, health effects
Cloud and Aerosol Physics
Properties of the Atmospheric
Aerosol; The Size Distribution
Function; The Number Distribution;
Properties of Size Distributions;
Ambient Aerosol Size Distributions;
Aerosol Chemical Composition;
Spatial and Temporal Variation;
Vertical Variation; Dynamics of
Single Aerosol Particle; Continuum
and Noncontinuum Dynamics;
Stokes' Law; Corrections to Stokes'
Law: The Drag Coefficient;
Gravitational Settling of an Aerosol
Particle; Particle Diffusion; Aerosol
and Fluid Motion; Thermodynamics
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of aerosols
Interaction of Aerosols with
Radiation; Scattering and
Absorption of Light by Small
Particles; Rayleigh Scattering
Regime; Geometric Scattering
Regime; Scattering Phase Function,
Extinction by an Ensemble of
Particles; Scattering, Absorption,
and Extinction Coefficients from
Mie Theory. Dynamics of Aerosol
Populations; The Condensation
Equation; Nucleation theory; Cloud
Physics; Properties of Water and
Water Solutions; Water Equilibrium
in the Atmosphere; Equilibrium of
Water in various phases and
conditions; Cloud and Fog
Formation; Mathematical
Description of Cloud Formation;
Growth Rate of Individual Cloud
Droplets; Growth of a Droplet
Population; Cloud Condensation
Nuclei; Cloud Processing of
Aerosols; Nucleation Scavenging of
Aerosols by Clouds; Chemical
Composition of Cloud Droplets; No
raining Cloud Effects on Aerosol
Concentrations; Aerosol Nucleation
Near Clouds; Other Forms of Water
in the Atmosphere; Ice Clouds;
Extended Khler Theory;
Parameterization of clouds in
weather and climate models
Numerical Weather Modeling
and Forecasting
Meteorology of the tropics;
seasons and circulations; the Asian
monsoon; solar radiation and
characteristics of terrestrial
radiation; absorption and
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transmission of radiation, Simpson's
computation of terrestrial radiation
transfer, heat balance; development
and analysis of weather chart, t-Phi-
Gram, weather forecasting
Numerical Weather Prediction
(NWP); governing systems of
equations; Reynolds' equations and
related approximations; numerical
solutions; finite-difference
methods; effects of the numerical
approximations; boundary
conditions; physical-process
parameterizations; Cloud
microphysics parameterizations;
convective parameterizations;
boundary-layer, parameterizations;
radiation parameterizations;
stochastic parameterizations; cloud-
cover parameterizations; surface
processes modeling
Model initialization; choice of
observations; ensemble methods;
sources of uncertainty and
definition of ensembles; benefits of
ensemble forecasting; predictability
with model and initial condition
error considerations; verification
approaches; experimental design in
model-based research; analyzing
model output; operational NWP;
Post-processing using statistical
methods; Computational Fluid
Dynamics (CFD) approaches;
climate modeling and downscaling
models
Climate Change Modeling
Climate variability and climate
science; dynamics, change and
climate prediction; El Nio: an
example of natural climate
variability;basics of global
climate;Components and
phenomena in the climate system,
time and space scales;interactions
among scales and the
parameterization problem; radiative
forcing; Ocean circulation; the
ocean vertical structure;
thermohaline circulation; the carbon
cycle;
Physical processes in the climate
system; conservation of
momentum; coriolis force; pressure
gradient force; velocity equations;
ocean and air temperature
equation; continuity equation;
oceanic continuity equation;
atmospheric continuity equation;
Conservation of mass; moisture
equation for the atmosphere and
surface; sources and sinks of
moisture, and latent heat; salinity
equation for the ocean; moist
processes; wave processes in the
atmosphere and ocean; gravity
waves; kelvin waves; rossby waves.
Climate models; different types of
models;building a climate model;
sub-grid-scale processes; resolution
and computational cost;
downscaling models; numerical
representation of atmospheric and
oceanic equations; finite-difference
versus spectral models; time-
stepping and numerical stability;
generation of different grids;
parameterization of small-scale
processes; hierarchy of climate
models; climate sensitivity and
feedbacks; climate model scenarios
for global warming; greenhouse
gases, aerosols and other forcings
used in models; EdGCM as a
teaching tool and RegGCM3 and
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of climate models put into practice
in Pakistan
Selected Topics in
Atmospheric & Environmental
Science
Natural Disasters; Disasters due to
natural phenomena such as climate
change, hurricanes, tornadoes,
earthquakes, tsunamis, volcanic
eruptions, asteroid/comet impacts,
and mass extinctions are examined
from an environmental perspective;
each type of event will be
characterized in terms of its origin,
evolution, warning potential, range
of significant environmental impacts
and possible mitigation strategies.
Climate Variability and Change;
seasonal to multi-decadal natural
variability of the global climate
system; the El Nino Southern
Oscillation (ENSO); monsoons,
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droughts and their causes;
variability of high impact weather
such as hurricanes; the
fundamental physics of the coupled
atmosphere-land-ocean system and
our ability to predict it.
Anthropogenic climate change,
including an objective assessment
of observed trends in the past
century and the anthropogenic
contribution; theory of climate
change linked to increased
greenhouse gases; climate change
predictions and the IPCC process
Hydrology
Hydrology from science and
engineering viewpoints;
hydrological cycle and
hydrometeorology; precipitation;
storage and runoff; water quality.
Fluid Mechanics; Physical
properties of water; Fluid at rest;
Hydrostatic pressure and forces;
Mass conversion; Continuity
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equation; Energy and Momentum
conservation; Friction, shear stress
and energy gradients; Open
channel applications of the energy
and momentum equations; Specific
energy; Critical flow controls;
Equation of steady gradually varied
flow and flow profiles
Engineering aspects;
Laminar/turbulent flows; Energy
losses; Pipe networks; Pressure
surges/Surge tanks; Flows in
Porous Media; Porosity; Hydraulic
head and Darcy's law; Aquifer types
and behavior
Environmental Management;
Unsteady flow; approximate
methods; Numerical methods;
Flood routing; Sediment transport;
stream flow analysis and modeling;
water resource management in the
context of Pakistan and climate
change
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Remote Sensing (RS) & Geo-information Science (GISc)
Field of Study
MS in RS&GISc
Prerequisites
1. 4 years BS degree or 16 years
of education (from HEC
Recognized Institutes /
Universities) preferably in RS &
GIS, Geoinformatics,
GIScience, Surveying, Space
Science, Geography, Geology,
Computer, Geographics
Science, Information Systems,
Electrical/Environmental/Civil
Engineering. Specific cases
can be considered upon
application
2. Minimum 2.5 CGPA out of 4 or
60% marks in BS
3. Valid NTS GAT test or GRE
(General) with minimum 50%
marks and recommendation
by faculty interview panel
Introduction:
In order to bring Pakistan at par
with developed nations, education
and research in emerging fields of
science and technologies is of
fundamental importance.
Geospatial science and
technologies including GISc, RS
and associated disciplines have
emerged as enabling discipline
having applications in almost every
2016
domain. Institute of Space
Technology (IST) started MS in RS
& GISc in 2009 at National Center
for Remote Sensing and
Geoinformatics at Karachi. In view
of the growing importance of the
discipline and scarcity of
universities offering degree
programs nationally, IST has taken
yet another step forward and
started MS in RS & GISc at Space
Science (SS) Department at IST
Islamabad Campus since 2013.
The SS department gathers best
foreign qualified faculty and
ensures to create top quality RS &
GISc human resource.
Mission Statement of MS
Remote Sensing and
Geoinformation Science:
The program mission is to
develop scientists through quality
education in remote sensing and
geoinformation science, providing
necessary skills to create, process,
analyze and interpret geospatial
data, which will be directed
towards solving practical problems
and addressing outstanding
research questions using
innovative approaches.
Program Educational
Objectives:
The program will prepare
graduates to:
1. Develop and utilize RS&GISc
related scientific knowledge
amenable towards solving
local issues in Pakistan and
abroad
2. Meet the needs of industry
and academia in Pakistan and
abroad
3. Contribute to RS and
GISc based research and
development
Duration and Structure:
1. 2 years spread over 4
semesters (2 semesters per
year)
2. Students will be required to
pass all courses (3 core
courses and 5 electives and
defend thesis for earning MS
degree.
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Core
Semester Courses
Elective
Thesis
Total Total Electives:
Courses Course Credit GIScience
Load Hrs
1. Advanced Programming and Customizing GIS
I 3 0 0 3 9 2. GIS Theory I
II 0 3 0 3 9 3. GIS Theory II
4. Web GIS
III 0 2 1 (3 cr.) 3 9
5. Mobile GIS
IV 0 0 1 (3 cr.) 1 3 6. Spatial Decision Support Systems
TOTAL 3 5 2 10 30 7. Special Topics in GIS
8. Advanced Spatial Databases
Semester I
Remote Sensing
Course Code Course Credit Hour
1. Radar Remote Sensing
RG 711 Advanced Remote Sensing and
2. Satellite Oceanography
Digital Image Processing 3-0
3. Image Classification Techniques
RG 721 Advanced Geographic Information 3-0
4. Hyperspectral Remote Sensing
Science
RG 701 Advanced Research Methods 3-0
Geospatial Computing
Semester II 1. Functional Programming-I
Course Code Course Credit Hour 2. Functional Programming -II
Elective I 3-0 3. Geospatial Programming with Python
Elective II 3-0 4. Geospatial Data Structures and Algorithms
Elective III 3-0 5. Geospatial Datamining and Warehousing
Semester III
6. Object Oriented Programming with Java
Course Code Course Credit Hour
7. Geospatial Development
Thesis I 3-0
Elective IV 3-0 Interdisciplinary - Applied Courses
Elective V 3-0 1. Land Information Systems
Semester IV
2. Geostatistics
Course Code Course Credit Hour
3. Meteorology
Thesis II 3-0 4. Environmental Science
5. Photogrammetry
Electives define field of specialization. Currently we are
offering specialization in four broad areas listed below. 6. Data Analysis for the Earth Sciences
7. Spatial Thinking: Monitoring and Mapping Natural
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DEPARTMENT OF
Applied Mathematics & Statistics
www.ist.edu.pk/ams
Mathematics & Statistics form the backbone of knowledge development not only for
scientists but also for engineers. An engineer cannot excel in the field of engineering
without sound knowledge in science and particularly in mathematics. In this era of
emerging technologies, it has been observed that only those nations progress
who have prominent research skills and strong bond between scientists
and engineers.
In Pakistan, we have skilled people, but unfortunately, linkage between
scientists and engineers for qualitative and applied research is still
missing. Institute of Space Technology (IST) has taken several steps to
bridge this gap. We, at IST, have modeled the department of
Mathematics & Statistics in such a way that research performed by our
faculty and graduate students is a joint venture undertaken by
mathematicians and engineers as well. The curriculum for MS/PhD
students is designed with the collaboration of mathematicians and
engineers. Students undertaking research in this department will have a
chance to learn not only the fundamental courses of engineering but
also advanced courses related to their area of specialization and interest.
Emerging specializations in the domain of engineering, like Nonlinear
Dynamics and Cryptography, will be offered for the first time as area of
research for graduate students at this department. After graduation, our
students will be equipped not only with advanced mathematical tools
but also have strong and applicable understanding towards engineering
problems.
The department of Applied Mathematics & Statistics will be a unique
department of its nature. IST has already set an example for other local
universities by sending the first student satellite iCube into space,
which shows our commitment towards making significant contributing
towards the vision of IST. The establishment of department of
Mathematics & Statistics will be another quantum leap towards
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Department of Applied Mathematics & Statistics
Mission Statement
The mission of Department of
Applied Mathematics & Statistics is
to provide firm foundation to the
engineers & scientists working for
space science & related
technologies in fulfilling the
demands of their profession and
create a bridge of knowledge and
understanding between
mathematicians and engineers.

Programs Educational
Objectives
After graduation, our students will
be equipped not only with advanced
mathematical tools but also have
strong and practical understanding
towards engineering problems. Our
graduates will be able to
l Collaborate with Engineers and
scientists from industry and
academia in research/projects to
promote the culture of
interdisciplinary research and
produce quality research in
Pakistan
l Explore the new emerging areas
of science and engineering, like,
nonlinear dynamics,
computational mathematics and
cryptography

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Local MS Programs
MS-Mathematics (Local) Numerical Solution to PDEs-I
Department of applied mathematics & statistics is Numerical Solution to PDEs-II
offering MS-mathematics in the following Nonlinear Dynamics-II
specializations:
Numerical Linear Algebra
Nonlinear Dynamics
Computational Mathematics Newtonian Fluid Mechanics
Optimization Non-Newtonian Fluid Mechanics
Fluid Mechanics Initial and boundary value problems
Magneto-hydro-dynamics (MHD)
Prerequisites Advanced Number Theory
l The applicant must have completed 4-years BS in Advanced Probability & Statistics
Mathematics/Applied Physics/Space Science or BE Introduction to Cryptography
in any engineering discipline (with at least C+ in Continuous Optimization
mathematics courses) with CGPA 2.0 out of 4.0 or
Discrete Optimization
MA/MSc. in Mathematics/ Applied Physics/Space
Science (having BSc. with Mathematics A&B) with Methods in Optimization
1st division or equivalent grade/percentage Optimization Modeling with AIMMS
Computer Programming and Softwares for
l Valid NTS GAT-General with minimum 50 score Mathematicians
Semester
Semester Credit Hours Courses Electives
1 03 Core-I Stellar Dynamics
03 Core-II General Relativity
Mathematical Modeling & Simulation
03 Core-III
Modern Control Theory
Introduction to Cryptography
2 03 Core-IV
Acoustics
03 Core-V Advanced Probability & Statistics
03 Elective-I Bayesian Theory
Computational Fluid Dynamics
3 03 Elective-II Heat Transfer and Mass Transfer
03 Elective-III Gravitational Wave Data Analysis
03 Thesis-I Operations Research
Mathematics of Cryptography
4 03 Thesis-II
Cryptanalysis
Core Courses Elliptic Curves
Advanced Partial Differential Equations Information Theory
Advanced Numerical Techniques Stochastic Processes
Nonlinear Dynamics-I Finite Element Method
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Course Description
Stellar Dynamics (723105)
Potential Theory: Spherical systems,
potential density pairs, potentials of
spheriodal, ellipsoidal and disk
systems, Potential of our galaxy, N-
body Codes: Direct summation,
tree-codes, particle mesh codes,
The Orbits of Stars: Orbits in
spherical potential, orbits in
axisymmetric potential, orbits in
triaxial potential, orbits in elliptical
galaxies, numerical orbit integration,
Equilibria of Collisionless Systems:
Boltzmann equation, Jeans
theorems, distribution functions,
Jeans and virial equation, Kinetic
Theory: Relaxation processes,
Fokker Planck approximation, the
evolution of spherical stellar
systems, Dynamical Friction:
Chandrasekhar's formula,
applications of dynamical friction,
decay of black hole orbits,
formation and evolution of binary
black holes
Computational Fluid
Dynamics (790110)
Classification, implicit & explicit
methods, iterative & time/space
marching schemes, grids,
Discretization process, boundary
conditions, aerospace applications,
Spectral Element Method, Finite-
difference; finite volume methods
for solution of Navier- Strokes &
Euler equations, Classification of
partial differential equations and
solution techniques. Truncation
errors, stability, conservation and
monotonicity, Differencing
strategies. Advanced solution
algorithms, Grid generation,
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Construction of complex CFD
algorithms, Current applications,
Use of CFD codes, CFD Simulation
Mathematical Modeling and
Simulation (690108)
Introduction to a Dynamic systems
and control, modeling and analysis
techniques, the fundamentals and
applications of control systems,
Modeling and Simulation of
Dynamic systems based on Bond
graph theory, transfer functions,
sensitivity and robust control and
digital control. Case studies related
to motion control system design,
electromechanical system design,
Stochastic processes applied to
control of various types of systems,
Markov chains, Queuing theory,
Bifurcations, Perturbation Methods,
non-homogeneous Equations,
Training on Lab View software
Heat Transfer and Mass
Transfer (714314)
Basic Rules of the Heat Conduction
and Heat Conductive Equations,
Stable Heat Conduction, Instable
Heat Conduction, Possessing the
Heat Conduction of Moving
Boundaries, Basic Concept of the
Heat Radiation, Radiating Heat
Transfer of the Solid Surface,
Radiation among the Absorption,
Radioactivity Medium, Including the
Radiating Heat Transformation
Convective Heat Transfer in Sealed
Cavity of Absorption, Radioactivity
Medium. Molecular Diffusion in
Liquid, Two-dimension Stable
Diffusion, Air Diffusion Coefficient,
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Conversation Equation, Convection
Mass Transfer, Critical Mass
Transformation
Non-Newtonian Fluid
Mechanics (723502)
Basic review of fluid properties and
basic flow equations, (Navier-
Stokes' equations etc.), laminar
flows, Turbulent flows,
Compressible and Incompressible
flows, Partial differential equations
governing the conservation of mass,
Momentum and energy of
Newtonian fluids are derived.
Dimensional analysis used to
simplify the governing equations,
low Reynolds number flow, strokes
flow, high Reynolds number laminar
flow, Boundary layer separation
phenomena and approximations to
the governing equations, laminar
stability and transition to turbulent
boundary layer conditions
Advanced Partial Differential
Equations (723203)
Definition of PDE, Solution of PDEs
and principle of superposition,
Boundary conditions and their
types, Homogeneous PDEs with
constant coefficient and separation
of variables, Holomorphic functions,
Classification of second order linear
PDEs, The Heat equation and
diffusion equation, Wave equation
and vibrating string, Initial and
boundary conditions for heat and
wave equations, Laplace's Equation,
Solutions of Heat, wave and
Laplace's equations by separation of
variables, Fourier transform and
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properties, Convolution theorem for
Fourier transform, Solution of PDEs
by Fourier transform, Laplace
transform and its properties
Convolution theorem for Laplace
transform, Laplace transform of
Heaviside unit step and Direct Delta
functions, Solutions of partial
differential equations by Laplace
transform method
Green's function and its properties,
Method of Green's function,
Nonlinear partial differential
equations, Method of
characteristics, Solution of nonlinear
partial differential equations by
method of characteristics
Magnetohydrodynamics
(770404)
Equations of electrodynamics,
Equations of Fluid Dynamics, Ohm's
law equations of
magnetohydrodynamics, Motion of
a viscous electrically conducting
fluid with linear current flow, steady
state motion along a magnetic field,
wave motion of an ideal fluid,
Effects of molecular structure,
Currents in a fully ionized gas,
partially ionized gases, interstellar
fields, dissipation in hot and cool
clouds, Kinematics of MHD:
Advection and Diffusion of a
Magnetic field, Low-Magnetic
Reynold's number
Newtonian Fluid Mechanics
(723501)
Fluids and flows, Viscosity,
Newton's law of viscosity,
Classification of fluids, Types of
flows, Static equation, Euler's
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equation, Conservation laws, Flux,
Fourier law of conduction, Fick's
laws, Bernoulli Equation, Navier-
Stokes equation and exact solutions
Dimensional analysis and Simlitude,
Boundary layer approximations and
governing equations
Initial and Boundary Value
Problems (723206)
Green's function method with
applications to wave-propagation,
regular and singular perturbation
techniques with applications.
Variational methods. A survey of
transform techniques; Wiener-Hopf
technique with applications to
diffraction problems, Asymptotic
expansion integrals and properties,
Methods of averaging, Convergence
of mathematical solutions
Non-Newtomian Fluid
Mechanics
Classification of Non-Newtonian
Fluids, Rheological formulae (Time-
independent fluids, Thixotropic
fluids and viscoelastic fluids),
Variable viscosity fluids, Cross
viscosity fluids, The deformation
rate, Viscoelastic equation,
Materials with short memories,
Time dependent viscosity. The
Rivlin-Ericksen fluid, Basic
equations of motion in rheological
models. The linear viscoelastic
liquid, Couette flow, Poiseuille
flows. The current semi-infinite
field, Axial oscillatory tube flow,
Angular oscillatory motion, Periodic
transients, Basic equations in
boundary layer theory, Orders of
magnitude, Truncated solutions for
viscoelastic flow, Similarity
solutions, Turbulent boundary
layers, Stability analysis
General Relativity (723205)
Flat Spacetime, Vectors and Dual
Vectors, Tensors. Special Relativity,
Energy and Momentum, Conserved
Currents, Stress Energy Tensor,
Transformation Law for Tensors,
Metric in a Curved Space,
Orthonormal and Coordinate Bases;
Derivatives; Tensor Densities;
Differential Forms and Integration,
Gauge/Coordinate Transformations.
Metric in a Curved Space,
Orthonormal and Coordinate Bases;
Derivatives; Tensor Densities;
Differential Forms and Integration,
Gauge/Coordinate Transformations.
Connection and Curvature,
Geodesics, Introduction to
Curvature, Geodesic Deviation,
Bianchi Identity, Killing Vectors and
Symmetries, Einstein's Equation and
Gravitation, Cosmological Constant,
Hilbert Action.
Weak Field/Linearized General
Relativity, Gauge Invariant
Characterization of Gravitational
Degrees of Freedom. Spacetime of
an Isolated Weakly Gravitating Body,
Gravitational Waves, Gravitational
Lensing, Cosmology, Friedmann-
Robertson-Walker Solution;
Distance Measures and Redshift,
Schwarzschild Solution, Birkhoff's
Theorem, Metric of a Spherical
Star, Black Holes, Collapse to
Black Hole; Orbits of a Black Hole,
Kerr and Reissner-Nordstrom
Solutions, Advanced Topics and
Current Research in General
Relativity
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Gravitaional Waves and Data
Analysis (AA732)
Prior, likelihood, posterior, MAP, ML,
Starting from simple examples of
single and multiple sinusoid and
chirp mass signals, auto-
covariance/-correlation, spectrum,
white noise, coloured noise,
spectrum estimation, Fourier
methods, windowing, Marginal
likelihood, evidence, Bayes factor,
likelihood ratio test, Neyman-
PearsonLemma,generalized
likelihood ratio test, multiple
testing, trials factor, "look-
elsewhere-effect",Lindley's paradox,
detection/false-alarm probabilities
sensitivity/specificity), ROC curve,
non-detection limits, Common
posterior computations, pseudo
random number generation, inverse
methodGibbs sampler, Metropolis
sampler, Metropolis-Hastings
sampler, simulated, annealing,
parallel tempering, nested sampling
Modern Control Theory
(708305)
What Is Mathematical Control
Theory? Proportional-Derivative
Control, State-Space and Spectrum
Assignment Outputs and Dynamic
Feedback Dealing with Nonlinearity,
I/O Behaviors, Discrete-Time Linear
Discrete-Time Systems Smooth
Discrete-Time Systems Continuous-
Time, Linear Continuous-Time
Systems Linearizations Compute
Differentials Sampling, Volterra
Expansions, Lie Brackets, Lie
Algebras and Flows Accessibility
Rank Condition Ad, Distributions,
and Frobenius' Theorem Necessity
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of Accessibility Rank Condition,
Constant Linear Feedback,
Feedback Equivalence Feedback
Linearization, Disturbance Rejection
and Invariance, Stability and Other
Asymptotic Notions Unstable and
Stable Modes, Lyapunov and
Control-Lyapunov Functions,
Linearization Principle for Stability,
Introduction to Nonlinear
Stabilization, Observers and
Detectability, Dynamic Feedback
External Stability for Linear
Systems, Frequency-Domain
Considerations, Parametrization of
Stabilizers, Dynamic Programming,
Linear Systems with Quadratic
Cost, Tracking and Kalman Filtering
Infinite-Time (Steady-State) Problem
Nonlinear Stabilizing Optimal
Controls, Review of Smooth
Dependence Unconstrained
Controls Excursion into the Calculus
of Variations Gradient-Based
Numerical Methods Constrained
Controls: Minimum Principle Notes
and Comments Optimality:
Minimum-Time for Linear Systems
Maximum Principle for Time-
Optimality and it applications
Introduction to Cryptography
(723703)
Background and overview, One-time
encryption using stream ciphers,
Semantic security,Block ciphers and
pseudorandom functions, Chosen
plaintext security and modes of
operation, The DES and AES block
ciphers,Message integrity. CBC-
MAC, HMAC, PMAC, and CW-MAC,
Collision resistant hashing,
Authenticated encryption. CCM,
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GCM, TLS, and IPsec. Key derivation
functions, Odds and ends:
deterministic encryption, non-
expanding encryption, and format
preserving encryption, Basic key
exchange: Diffie-Hellman, RSA and
Merkle puzzles, A crash course in
computational number theory,
Number theoretic hardness
assumptions, Public key encryption,
Trapdoor permutations and RSA,
The ElGamal system and variants,
Digital signatures and certificates,
Identification protocols,
Authenticated key exchange and
TLS key exchange, Zero knowledge
protocols and proofs of knowledge,
Privacy mechanisms: group
signatures and credential systems,
Private information retrieval and
oblivious transfer, Two party
computation: Yao's protocol and
applications, Elliptic curve
cryptography, Quantum computing,
Pairing-based cryptography, Lattice-
based cryptography, Fully
homomorphic encryption
Advanced Number Theory
(723301)
Divisors; Bezeout's identity; LCM,
Linear Diophantine equations, Prime
numbers and prime-power
factorizations; Distribution of
primes; Primality-testing and
factorization, Modular arithmetic;
Linear congruencies; An extension
of chineses Remainder Theorem;
The arithmetic's of Zp; Solving
congruence's mod,Units; Euler's
function. The group Un; Primitive
roots; The group Un, n is power of
odd prime and n is power of 2.
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Quadratic congruences; The group
of quadratic residues; The Legendre
symbol, Quadratic reciprocity,
Definition and examples; perfect
numbers; The Modius Inversion
formula., Random integers, Dirichlet
series, Euler products, Sums of two
Squares; The Gaussian integers;
Sums of three Squares; Sums of
four Squares, The problem;
Pythagorean Theorem; Pythagorean
triples; The case n=4; Odd prime
exponents.
Mathematics of Cryptography
(723703)
Historic background Cryptographic
algorithms Types of attacks used to
break cryptosystems, Modular
arithmetic Greatest common
divisors Congruences Chinese
Remainder Theorem Primitive roots
Finite fields, Substitution ciphers
Polyalphabetic ciphers Permutation
ciphers, One-way hash functions
and properties Secure Hash
Algorithm Birthday attacks,
Applications to information
assurance and cyber security
Cryptanalysis (723704)
Introduction to cryptanalysis,
Monographic substitution systems,
Monoalphabetic unilateral
substitution systems using standard
cipher alphabets, Monoalphabetic
unilateral substitution systems
using mixed cipher alphabets,
Monoalphabetic multilateral
substitution systems part three -
polygraphic substitution systems,
Characteristics of polygraphic
substitution systems, Solution of
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polygraphic substitution systems
polyalphabetic substitution
systems, Periodic polyalphabetic
substitution systems, Solution of
periodic polyalphabetic systems, A
periodic polyalphabetic ciphers, part
five - transposition systems, Types
of transposition systems, Solution
of numerically-keyed columnar
transposition ciphers, Transposition
special solutions
part six - analysis of code systems,
Types of code systems, Analysis of
syllabary spelling, Frequency
distributions of English digraphs,
Frequency distributions of English
trigraphs, Frequency distributions of
English tetragraphs
Advanced Probability &
Statistics (723402)
Overview of the basic concepts in
statistics and probability Tests
based on normal distribution, Tests
of characteristics of a single
distribution; Tests of characteristics
of two distributions Tests based on
Student's t-distribution, Tests of
characteristics of a single
distribution; Tests of characteristics
of two distributions, Tests of
characteristics of two distributions;
Certain chi-square tests, Certain chi-
square tests; Simple linear
regression model, Simple linear
regression model, linear correlation;
Inferences in the regression model
and correlation, More on correlation
and Inferences, Adequacy of the
fitted model; Multiple linear
regression, Multiple linear
regression, Multiple linear
regression; More on multiple
regression, Tests based on F-
Distribution, Inferences on variance,
Analysis of variance, One-way
classification, Two-way
classifications, analysis of
covariance, Experimental designs,
Completely randomized design,
Randomized complete block
designs
Bayesian Theory (780102)
Bayes' theorem: discrete case,
Likelihood-based functions, Bayes'
theorem: continuous case
Conjugate examples: Binomial,
Normal, Poisson, and Gamma, data,
Exchangeability, Sequential
Learning, Likelihood Principle,
Conditionality Principle, Sufficiency
Principle, Stopping Rule Principle
Decision-Theoretic Foundations of
Statistical Inference, Decision Rules,
Loss Functions, Risks, Bayes
Estimators Under Standard Loss
Functions, Minimax Rules,
Admissable Rules, Unbiasedness
Subjective priors, Conjugate priors,
Noninformative priors, Empirical
Bayes priors, Hierarchical priors,
Numerical integration, Asymptotic
approximations Simple simulation:
inverse transform, rejection and
mixture method, Stochastic
Simulation: rejection and SIR,
Metropolis-Hastings algorithm,
Practical Implementation Issues,
Markov Chain Theory Derivation of
the MH Algorithm, Gibbs sampler
Adaptive rejection sampling, Slice
sampling, Introduction and
WinBUGS handouts, Bayesian
Linear Regression, Model Checking,
Model Comparison via DIC, Analysis
of Variance, Generalized Linear
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Models Hierarchical Models, State-
Space Modelling of Time Series,
Multivariate Modelling Using
Copulas, Bayes factors, Bayesian p-
values, Posterior distribution of the
deviance
Nonlinear Dynamics-I
(723102)
An overview to Chaos, Fractals, and
Dynamics, Capsule History of
Dynamics, The Importance of Being
Nonlinear, A Dynamical View of the
World, A Geometric Way of
Thinking, Fixed Points and Stability,
Population Growth, Linear Stability
Analysis, Existence and
Uniqueness, Impossibility of
Oscillations, Potentials, Solving
Equations on the Computer,
Introduction, Saddle-Node
Bifurcation, Transcritical Bifurcation,
Laser Threshold, Pitchfork
Bifurcation, Overdamped Bead on a
Rotating Hoop, Imperfect
Bifurcations and Catastrophes,
Insect Outbreak, Introduction,
Examples and Definitions, Uniform
Oscillator, Nonuniform Oscillator,
Over damped Pendulum, Fireflies,
Superconducting Josephson
Junctions, Classification of Linear
Systems, Love Affairs, Phase
Portraits, Existence, Uniqueness,
and Topological Consequences,
Fixed Points and Linearization,
Rabbit versus Sheep, Conservative
Systems, Reversible Systems,
Pendulum, Index Theory,
Introduction, Examples, Ruling Out
Closed Orbits, Poincare-Bendixson
Theorem, Lienard Systems,
Relaxation Oscillators, Weakly
Nonlinear Oscillators
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Nonlinear Dynamics-II
(723103)
Saddle-Node, Transcritical and
Pitchfork Bifurcations, Hopf
Bifurcations, Oscillating Chemical
Reactions, Global Bifurcations of
Cycles, Hysteresis in the Driven
Pendulum and Josephson Junction,
Coupled Oscillators and
Quasiperiodicity, Poincare Maps, A
Chaotic Waterwheel, Simple
Properties of the Lorenz Equations,
Chaos on a Strange Attractor,
Lorenz Map, Exploring Parameter
Space, Using Chaos to Send Secret
Messages, Introduction, Fixed
Points and Cobwebs, Logistic Map:
Numerics, Logistic Map: Analysis,
Periodic Windows, Liapunov
Exponent, Universality and
Experiments, Renormalization,
Introduction, Countable and
Uncountable Sets, Cantor Set,
Dimension of Self-Similar Fractals,
Box Dimension, Pointwise and
Coorelation Dimensions, The
Simplest Examples, Henon Map,
Rossler System, Chemical Chaos
and Attractor Reconstruction,
Forced Double-well Oscillator
Operations Research (723605)
Introduction to Operations Research
(OR): Introduction to Foundation
mathematics and statistics, Linear
Programming (LP), LP and allocation
of resources, LP definition, Linearity
requirement, Maximization Then
Minimization problems., Graphical
LP Minimization solution,
Introduction, Simplex method
definition, formulating the, Simplex
model, Linear Programming
Simplex Method for Maximizing,
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Simplex maximizing example for
similar limitations, Mixed
limitations, Example containing
mixed constraints, Minimization
example for similar limitations,
Sensitivity Analysis: Changes in
Objective Function, Changes in
RHS, The Transportation Model,
Basic Assumptions, Solution
Methods: Feasible Solution: The
Northwest Method, The Lowest
Cost Method, Optimal Solution: The
Stepping Stone Method, Modified;
Distribution (MODI) Method, The
Assignment Model:- Basic
Assumptions, Solution Methods:-
Different Combinations Method,
Short-Cut Method (Hungarian
Method), MSPT:- The Dijkestra
algorithm, and Floyd's Algorithm
{Shortest Route Algorithm}
Numerical Linear Algebra
(723303)
Matrix-Vector Multiplication,
Orthogonal Vectors and Matrices,
Norms, The Singular Value
Decomposition, Projectors, QR
factorization, Gram-Schmidt
Orthogonaliztion, MATLAB,
Householder Triangularization, Least
Square Problems, Conditioning and
condition numbers, Floating Point
Arithmetic, Stability, Stability of
Householder Triangularization,
Stability of Back substitution,
Condition of Least Square
Problems, Gaussian Elimination,
Pivoting, Stability of Gaussian
Elimination, Cholesky Factorization,
Eigenvalues Problems, Overview of
Eigenvalues Algorithms, Reduction
of Hessen berg or Traditional Form
Raleigh Quotient, Inverse Iteration,
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Arnoldi Iteration, How Arnoldi
Locates Eigenvalues, GMRES, The
Lanczos Iteration
Acoustics (723701)
Fundamentals of vibrations, Energy
of vibration, damped and free
oscillations, transient response of
an oscillator. Vibrations of strings,
Membrances and plates, Forced
vibrations, Normal modes, Acoustic
waves equation and its solution,
Equation of state, Equation of cont,
Euler's equation, Linearized wave
equation, Speed of sound in fluid,
Energy density, Acoustic intensity,
Specific acoustic impedance,
Spherical waves, Transmission;
Transmission from one fluid to
another (Normal incidence)
reflection at a surface of solid
(normal and oblique incidence).
Absorption and attenuation of
sound waves in fluids, Pipes
Cavities, Wave guides; Underwater
acoustics
Advance Numerical
Techniques (723302)
Bisection Method, Secant Method,
Iteration Method, Regula False
Method, Newton Raphson Method,
Gauss Elimination Method,
Inversion of a matrix using Gauss
Elimination Method, Method of
triangularization, Crout's Method,
Gauss Jacobi & Gauss Seidel
Method, Relaxation Method, QR-
decomposition, Solution of Systems
of Non-linear Equations, Divided
differences
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Newton's divided difference,
Lagrange's Interpolation formula,
Gregory Newton forward and
backward Interpolation formula,
Gauss forward and backward
Interpolation formula, Natural
splines, Parabolic Runout spline,
Cubic Runout splines, Curve fitting
with splines, Newton's forward &
backward differences to compute
derivatives, Derivatives using
Stirlings formula, Trapezoidal rule,
Truncation error, Simpson's rule,
Weddle's rule, Newton-Cote's
formula, Boole's rule, Optimization,
Power Method, Dominant Eigen
values & Eigen vectors, Power
series approximations, Solutions by
Taylor series, Picard's Method of
successive approximations, Euler's
Method, Improved & Modified Euler
Method, Runge Kutta Methods,
Predictor corrector Methods,
Numerical solutions of Elliptic,
Parabolic, Hyperbolic type
equations, Crank-Nicholson
difference method, Relaxation
method to solve differential
equation
Numerical Solution of PDE-I
(723304)
Classification of PDEs, canonical
forms and well-posed problems,
behavior of solutions,
characteristics. An introduction to
finite difference methods, Basics of
Finite Difference Approximations,
Derivation of finite difference
approximations, Consistency,
stability for difference
approximations, CFL condition, The
Lax Theorem. Matrix and Fourier
stability analysis, Parabolic
Equations, Explicit and implicit
methods for the heat equation,
direction splitting and ADI schemes,
steady convection-diffusion
equations, Hyperbolic Equations,
transient convection-diffusion
equation, Finite difference methods
for the wave equation and high-
order methods. Iterative solution of
linear algebraic equations, Thomas
algorithm for implicit schemes, and
Finite difference in higher space
dimensions
Numerical Solution of PDE-II
(723305)
First-order nonlinear equations,
quasi-linear and conservation forms,
Characteristics, shock waves and
contact discontinuities, Finite
volume methods, Godunov
methods and Riemann solvers, high
resolution schemes, Dirichlet and
Neumann problems, solvability,
Direct vs. iterative methods of
solution, line by line implementation
of thomas algorithm, Relaxation and
multigrid methods, Multistep
schemes, stability of general
multistep schemes, Dispersion and
dissipation of numerical schemes,
Group velocity and wavepackets in
numerical schemes, Numerical
solution of systems of hyperbolic
PDEs; multilevel schemes; stability
and convergence. Introduction to
finite element method, finite
element method for eliptic and
parabolic equations, Recent
development in numerical methods
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Elliptic Curves (723705)
Cryptography basics, Public-key
cryptography, Finite Field
Arithmetic, Binary field arithmetic,
Elliptic Curve Arithmetic,
Introduction to Elliptic Curves, Point
representation and the group law,
Curves with efficiently computable
endomorphism, Point multiplication
using halving, Cryptographic
Protocols, The elliptic curve discrete
logarithm problem, Types of Attacks
of Elliptic Curves, Domain
parameters, Key pairs, Signature
schemes, Public-key encryption, Key
establishment
Stochastic Processes (7085__)
Review of probability and random
variables, random walk, Stochastic
Processes definition, methods of
description, time averaging and
ergodicity, continuity, integration
and differentiation, autocorrelation,
power spectral density, response of
linear systems to stochastic inputs,
classes of stochastic processes,
Shot noise, thermal noise, point
processes, Markov processes,
Gaussian processes, Mean square
error filtering, orthogonality,
smoothing, prediction, stochastic
gradient algorithm, innovations,
Weiner filter, Kalman filter, queuing
theory, Poisson arrivals
Continuous Optimization
Introduction to mathematical
optimization, duality (Lagrange and
saddle point), Optimality Conditions
(KKT-theory), Regularity condition
(such as Slater's conditions),
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Convex optimization, introduction to Computer Programming and
semi-definite programming Softwares for Mathematicians
(723205)
Discrete Optimization The course has two parts:
(723603) 1. Structure and object oriented
The course is an introduction to programming
discrete optimization problems and 2. Introductions to the
solution techniques. The topic softwares: Mathematica,
includes: Shortest path problem, Maple, Matlab, and R
Max flow-min cut problem, traveling
salesman, matching, integer
optimization, methods for integer
optimization (cutting plane
methods), introduction to
complexity
Methods in Optimization
(723601)
Simplex methods, Steepest
Descent and Conjugate Gradient
Methods, Interior point method for
convex optimization, Gradient free
methods (NelderMead Simplex
Algorithm), search methods
(bisection search and genetic
algorithm)
Optimization Modelling with
AIMMS (723604)
Introduction to optimization
modelling, tricks for optimization
modeling, sensitivity analysis. His
course is given in an interactive
environment where students
develop models for optimization
problems in the classroom under
the supervision of an instructor. The
models are then implemented using
AIMMS
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PhD in Mathematics
Eligibility Criteria
l 18 years of education in
Mathematics/ Physics/
Engineering from any HEC
recognized University/Institute
Minimum Cumulative grade
point average (CGPA) of 3.00
out of band 4.00 in MS or
70% marks in case where
CGPA is not available One 2nd
division/C-grade/less than
60% is allowed in the entire
academic career except in the
terminal degree (MS/M.Phil.)
l Candidate must provide a
valid score of more than 60 in
Graduate Assessment Test
(GAT)-Subject, taken by
National Testing Services
(NTS), at the time of
admission. In case candidate
fulfill other major
requirements of admission
except valid GAT-Subject
score, a maximum of one
semester can be allowed to a
PhD candidate for passing
GAT-subject test and
candidate will be only
provisionally enrolled in PhD
till that time
l Candidates having
International GRE-Subject
score of more than or equal to
60th percentile in their field of
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specialization do not need to pass Schedule and structure of this exam
GAT-subject will be as per IST policy.
Students, who fail in comprehensive
Research Prerequisites exam, will be allowed only once to
l Research proposal (intended reappear, failing which, the PhD-
research work during PhD) studentship will be terminated from
approved by Departmental Board IST
of Graduate studies (DBGS)*.
*DBGS committee comprises
members as per IST policy
l A PhD candidate will be required
to give a presentation to DBGS
related to his/her research
proposal before his/her research
is finalized
Course work
Minimum 18 credit hours of course
work must be undertaken with at
least CGPA of 3.0 out of band 4.0
Migration/Transfer of the courses
from other Universities/Institutes is
allowed as per IST Migration/Transfer
policy.
The list of six PhD courses must have
been approved by DBGS.
The DBGS will also assign him/her a
supervisor as per IST Policy in vogue
after listening to his/her presentation.
Comprehensive Examination
Comprehensive examination is
conducted after successful
completion of PhD course work.
Student will be required to appear in
comprehensive exam within year
after completion of course work.
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Synopsis
After successful passing of the
comprehensive exam, a student will
write his/ her synopsis paper and
present/ defend his/ her synopsis in
front of DBGS. The presentation/
defense of synopsis will be graded
by DBGS, written Synopsis is 40%
and presentation is 60%. The
passing marks of synopsis are 60%
Research Work
24 credit hours of research work
spanning over at least two years
through continuous registration in
Thesis-I, Thesis-II, Thesis-III, and
Thesis-IV of 6 credits each
Two research publications in
journal(s) of W-category, defined by
HEC, and these publications should
also be ranked by Journal Quality
Ranking System (JQRS)
(http://jqrs.ist.edu.pk), defined by
IST. It is important to mention that
only W-category journals of HEC are
ranked in JQRS. The publications
topic(s) should be relevant to the
PhD specialization area of research
PhD Thesis
On the successful completion of
research work. The student will
write a detailed report/ thesis about
his/ her research outcome. This
thesis/ report will then be
recommended by DGBS. Moreover,
A plagiarism check will also be
conducted and endorsed by the
respective supervisor as per HEC
*Committee comprises of one internal (field experts in the department other than supervisor) and two external examiners (field
experts from any other HEC recognized Institute.
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policy. After getting a clearance universities experts)
certificate, this thesis will be sent to Successfully defending the
the international reviewer of thesis in front of Defense
technologically advanced countries Committee Approval by
(see guidelines of HEC for the Graduate Studies & Research
advance countries list) and national Council (GSRC)
expert of the relevant research area.
An open defense of the thesis after
positive feedback from foreign and
national expert will be arranged. this
defense will be conducted in the
presence of defense committee and
general audience. A viva meeting
between candidate and defense
committee to discuss corrections
required in the dissertation. The
candidate will be informed about
the outcome of defense
Award of PhD Degree
A PhD degree will be awarded to
the students after completion the
following requirements;
l Successful completion of
course work (18 credit hours)
l Successful completion of
comprehensive exam
l Successful presentation/defense
of synopsis
l Two research publications in
JQRS indexed journals
l At least two evaluations by the
experts from technologically
advanced countries, defined by
HEC (Foreign experts)
l Evaluation of thesis by at least
two local experts (National
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Office of Research, Innovation and
Commercialization (ORIC)
An Office of Research, Innovation and through IST R&D Fund.
Commercialization (ORIC) has been established to ORIC has signed MoUs with several globally recognized
promote value added innovation in basic and applied R&D entities to foster value added innovation and, hence
research. ORIC has been very actively functioning to nurturing national economy.
promote research, commercialization and collaboration
since its inception in June 2011. University Industry Collaboration
ORIC primarily focuses on to bridge the gap between
This office is responsible for commercialization of Academia and Industry. The office is striving to outreach
research and knowledge developed by IST's researchers, and give maximum possible support to the industry. In
faculty, staff and students. Our focus is to foster and continuation of the same, several projects have been
develop collaborative work environment among initiated with engineering industries and chambers of
researchers, industrial partners and funding agencies. commerce.
Our vision is to become the hub for innovative ideas and
we aim at to ignite ingenuity, creativity and innovation in
hearts of our researchers to explore their inner soul and
make their dreams a reality.

As a team, we are committed to extend all possible

facilitation and assistance to solicit your research plan
and to encourage each and every single innovation
which stimulates the country's economy.

Research Operations
We are facilitating our faculty and researchers to provide
funding opportunities for R&D initiatives and ventures
through national/ international sources.

Apart from external funding sources for R&D initiatives,

IST has also established a R&D Fund to further
strengthen and broaden the research and innovation
base. Within a very short span of formation, more than
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IST has been endeavoring to raise the quality of research
in Pakistan to international level. In order to augment this
cause, a series of seminars and workshops have been
planned by ORIC. In connection with, the office has
engaged specialized trainers and consultants to impart
trainings on latest cutting edge research domains. Intra-
disciplinary participation of faculty, engineers,
researchers and professionals from public and private
sector will help in augmenting the cause of academic
industry linkages and establishing partnerships.
Business Incubation Center - BIC
Business Incubation Center (BIC) IST has been
established in partnership with the Higher Education
Commission (HEC). BIC will provide a supportive
entrepreneurial environment to IST graduates / staff to
nurture and commercialize their innovative ideas by
providing adequate resources and services.
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The BIC at IST seeks entrepreneurs with innovative
ideas to create new products and services. It provides
comprehensive technical and commercial assistance to
help startup businesses to flourish to influence socially
and economically.
To develop the entrepreneurial mindset and to inculcate
entrepreneurial skills among the students and
researcher of IST, various initiatives have been launched
at IST. These initiatives include interaction with
successful entrepreneurs, seminars / workshops and
participation in Business Plan competitions. Some of the
partners to this initiative are International Finance
Corporation (IFC), TiE Islamabad, Islamabad Chamber of
Commerce & Industries and MiT Enterprise Forum. In
collaboration with TiE Islamabad, Youth Entrepreneurial
Society (YES) is also working at IST. YES business club
is being managed by IST students and has successfully
arranged several events.
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Eligibility for MS Programs
A candidate seeking admissions to
a MS program at IST must meet the
following criteria:
l Sixteen years of education with
strong background in areas
listed with each program,
completed in 1st division or
more then 2.00 CGPA from a
Higher Education Commission
HEC/ PEC recognized institution
of Pakistan or from Foreign
University of good repute
l Graduate Assessment Test Valid
NTS GAT-General test score with
minimum 50 marks
Eligibility for PhD Programs
A candidate seeking admission to a
PhD Program, must meet the
following eligibility criteria:
l MS with strong background in
areas listed with each program
with 1st division / CGPA 3 from
a recognized institution of
Higher Education (HEC)/
Pakistan Engineering Council
(PEC) or from foreign institution
of good repute
l The IST institutional code to
receive GRE scores is 1758
l Valid NTS GAT-Subject test score
with minimum 60 marks
Application
Application forms must be
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submitted online along with desired
documents at IST's website:
www.ist.edu.pk
The following documents must
reach the Admissions Office by the
date specified in the press
announcement:
l Duly filled online Application
Form
l Certificate of GAT-General /
Subject score (one copy)
l Application processing fee
amounting to Rs. 1500/- through
online deposit slip or Demand
Draft
l Computerized National Identity
Card (one copy)
l BSc / BE / MSc / MS
Engineering Degree (one copy)
l BSc / BE / MSc / MS
Engineering Transcript (one
copy)
l HSSC / A-Levels / Equivalent
Certificate (one copy)
l SSC / O-Levels / Equivalent
Certificate (one copy)
l Equivalence Certificate from
Inter Board Committee of
Chairman (IBCC), Islamabad
(required only for applicants with
A-Levels / Equivalent Certificate)
l Recent passport-sized colored
photographs (four copies)
l Two reference letters
l Any other requirement/
document intimated by the
University
Note
l Applicants will be allocated an
application ID at the submission
of online Application Form for
admission in IST
l The merit lists will be posted on
IST website and admission
letters to the successful
applicants will be issued
Selection
Admission shall be granted strictly
on merit which will be determined
on the basis of the
recommendations of the Graduate
Assessment Committee
Important
l Applicants are required to
submit valid score of GAT-
General / Subject taken by the
NTS
l Applications should either be
sent through registered post or
courier service. The student may
also directly submit applications
to the Admissions Office at IST
l An application for admission
shall not be considered unless
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submitted on the prescribed
form and completed as required
l Applicants who fail to report for
registration on the specified
date shall be considered to have
forfeited their chance for
admission
l Original certificates of all
examination must be submitted
at the time of registration
l If any document received is later
found to be false/ forged
admission shall be cancelled
and will be considered ab initio
void
l In case of cancellation of
admission/suspension,
admission fee and other dues
shall not be refunded
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depending on the availability of
human and other necessary
resources
l The Institute has right to have a
visa cancelled on the basis of
academic or disciplinary
grounds
l The students are required to
return back to Pakistan after
completion of his/her studies in
the relevant countries
l The Institute and linked
universities reserve the right to
cancel or refuse admission to
any applicant without assigning
any reason
l Applicant is not eligible to claim
for any refund or document
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without submission of duly
signed No Demand Certificate.
l The Admissions Committee
reserves the right to cancel or
refuse admission to any
applicant without assigning any
reason
Registration
Before the commencement of
classes in each semester, students
are required to register themselves.
Registration encompasses approval
of courses from respective
academic department / advisor and
payment of all dues. A student shall
not be considered to have been
registered for the semester unless
all dues have been paid

l The Institute shall not be liable

to refund the tuition fee and
other dues in case candidate is
refused visa for studying in the
linked universities by the
Embassy of the concerned
country

l The programs mentioned in this

prospectus are expression of
intent only. The institute
reserves the right to
discontinue, or make
amendments in any of its
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Fee Structure (for Local Students)
MS/PhD Programs
One Time Charges (Pak Rs)
Registration 20,000/-
Security Deposit 10,000/-
Zero Semester Regular
Per Semester
(For MS Only) Semester
Dues
(Pak Rs) (Pak Rs)
15,000/- 5,000/-
Tuition Fee
Per credit Hour
Sports Fee 170/- 500/-
Service Charges 700/- 2,000/-
Library Fee 170/- 500/-
Laboratory Fee 350/- 1,000/-
Total of Per Semester Dues 16,390/-

Optional Charges Per Semester

Zero Semester Regular
*Hostel
(For MS Only) Semester
Charges
(Pak RS) (Pak Rs)
Dormitory Charges 8,500/- 35,000/-
Shuttle Service Charges 700/- 3,000/-
Washing Charges 600/- 3,000/-
*Transport Charges 5,500/- 20,000/-
Locker Rent 100/- 600/-
Continual Enrollment Fee per semester (after 4th semester)
Service Charges + 1 Cr. Hr. Fee + Fee of any Registered Course (Rs. 4,000 + Rs. 5,000 = Rs. 9,000 + Fee of any
Registered Course)

Semester Freeze Fee

Service Charges i-e Rs. 4,000 for each semester freezed

Note: (a) Repeat/Add Course Fee @ Rs 5,000/- per credit hour will be charged.
(b) Fee/ Charges are subject to change from time to time.
*(c) Charges are applicable only if services are offered by IST.
(d) All Govt. Taxes will be applicable as notified by FBR.
(e) Students for Linked Universities will pay their dues as per respective University Fee Structure.
(f) Health Insurance for student may be arranged by the Institute and charges / Premium will be charged as per actual.

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Fee Structure (for International Students)
MS/PhD Programs
One Time Charges (US $)
Registration 1,250/-
Security Deposit 500/-

Per Semester Zero Semester Regular

Dues (For MS Only) Semester
(US $) (US $)
300/-
Tuition Fee 900/- Per credit Hour

Sports Fee 15/- 50/-

Service Charges 15/- 50/-
Library Fee 15/- 50/-
Laboratory Fee 30/- 100/-
Total of Per Semester Dues 975/-

Optional Charges Per Semester

*Hostel Zero Semester Regular

Charges (For MS Only) Semester

Dormitory Charges US $190 US $ 550

Shuttle Service Charges Pak Rs. 700/- Pak Rs. 3,000/-
Washing Charges Pak Rs. 600/- Pak Rs. 3,000/-
*Transport Charges Pak Rs. 5,500/- Pak Rs. 20,000/-
Locker Rent 100/- 600/-
Continual Enrollment Fee per semester (after 4th semester)
Service Charges + 1 Cr. Hr. Fee + Fee of any Registered Course (US $. 250 + US $. 300 = US $. 550 + Fee of any
Registered Course)

Semester Freeze Fee

Service Charges i-e US $. 250 for each semester freezed

Note: (a) Repeat/Add Course Fee @ US $ 300/- per credit hour will be charged.
(b) Fee/ Charges are subject to change from time to time.
* Charges are applicable only if services are offered by IST.
(d) All Govt. Taxes will be applicable as notified by FBR.
(e) Health Insurance for student may be arranged by the Institute and charges / Premium will be charged as per actual

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Registration
l Before the commencement of classes in each
semester, students are required to register themselves.
Registration encompasses approval of courses from
respective academic department/ advisor and payment
of all dues. A student shall not be considered to have
been registered for the semester unless all previous
dues have been paid
l Hostel accommodation and transport facilities shall
only be provided to students after registration
l Every student must update his/her personal
information shown in student portal at the start of every
semester
Fine for Late Payment
The following fine will be levied for payment of fee after
due date:
l For first fifteen days after the due date, 5% of the
total payable amount,
l After fifteen days and up to one month after due
date, 10% of the total payable amount,
l Students will only be allowed to appear in final
exam after deposit of outstanding dues along with
fine.
Mode of Payment
Payment of fees can be made through online Transfer/
Bank Draft/ Pay Order against the fee challan issued at
any online branch of HBL (Nationwide).
Note: Cheque and cash are not acceptable.
Fee Refund Policy
l The date of request for fee refund claims will be
considered from the date of receipt of application
through email at refund@ist.edu.pk
l Registration charges are non-refundable
l Security Deposit is refundable after deduction of all
outstanding dues at the time of leaving the Institute
and no adjustment against security will be entertained
during stay in the institute. For claim of security refund
by a registered student, submission of No Demand
Certificate (NDC) by the student is a must. Students
will be required to submit the duly completed NDC in
admissions office to process the security/excess
amount refund case
l Only Convocation/Graduation Fee, Endowment Fund,
Tuition Fee, Sports Fee, Service Charges, Library Fee
and Laboratory Fee are refundable within 15 days of
convene of classes on a pro rata basis as given
below. No refund shall be admissible after 15 days of
convene of classes either one joins IST/avail facilities
or not
%age of
Timeline for Refundof Compulsory Fees
Refund
Up to 7th day of convene of classes 100 %
From 8th 15th day of convene of classes 50%
From 16th day of convene of classes 0%
l If admission is offered after commencement of
classes, date of commencement of classes will be
considered as mentioned in offer letter
l Adjustment of student liability from 2nd Semester
onward will be based on class attendance & facility
will be charged as per actual. The application for the
adjustment of student's liability will only be
entertained on the verification by concerned HoD and
approval of Registrar
l In case of Admission cancellation in 1st semester
cheque of fee refund will be issued in the name of
student's father/Guardian
l 100% dues will be refunded in case where student
could not attain requisite marks/grade for admission
as prescribed by the institute. This policy is only
applicable on fresh admissions. However Optional
Charges will be deducted as per actual usage of
facilities based on 4.5 Month/Semester Basis
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l In case of semester freeze, Only Tuition fee once
deposited will be adjusted in next semester as
per freeze policy after re-joining the student. If
student wants to leave the institute after freezing his
semester, then dues will be refunded according to
refund policy present at the time of freezing the
semester.
l Transport Charges and Hostel Charges (Dormitory
Charges, Shuttle Service Charges, Washing Charges)
are refundable within 30 days of registration on a pro
rata basis as given below. No refund shall be
admissible after 30 days of registration either one
joins IST/avails facilities or not. However refund will
be calculated based on the date of application or date
of leaving the facilities whichever is later.
Timeline for Refund %age of
of Optional Dues Refund
From 1st to 7th day of Registration 90 %
From 8th to 15th day of Registration 75%
From 16th to 21st day of Registration 50%
From 22nd to 30th day of Registration 25%
From 31st day of Registration 0%
l In case of refund of optional dues (Hostel +
Transport) before registration day, 100% dues will be
refunded
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ACADEMIC REGULATIONS:
(MS-LOCAL)
The Academic Program
The Master of Science in Engineering is a two year
program. There are two semesters in each academic
year, with a total of four semesters. Each semester is
of 18 weeks duration. There are 16 weeks of classes.
After attending classes for 16 weeks, students are to
take final examination which is carried out in the 17th
and 18th week.
Degree Requirement
l The requirement to earn a degree of Master of
Science is completion of the number of credit
hours mentioned against each discipline, with a
Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 3.00 or
more, with a minimum of 'B' grade in thesis (6
credit hours)
l There shall be no unresolved failing 'F' grade, W,
WSA, WMI, WDA or 'I' grade left during the
program
l Course work CGPA should be greater than or
equal to 3 along with a B grade in thesis.
l A student having CGPA < 3 can register for thesis
but he /she has to fulfill the above-mentioned
criteria in addition to other degree requirements to
be eligible for MS Degree. The department should
take an undertaking from the student on the
above-mentioned requirement while allowing him/
her to register for thesis. Students having CGPA <
3 are allowed to substitute the elective subjects.
However, these subjects will be counted as repeat
courses
l This requirement is to be completed in a
maximum duration of four years. For MS students
who have completed 4 semesters (2 years) but
their degree requirements have not yet completed
and are enrolled for 5th semester will be charged
continual enrollment fee
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%age of
l A student shall be registered continuously for the
Refund l The student may repeat a course only once to
entire duration improve his/her course grade; remember that the
Aerospace Engineering: 30 second grade achieved will replace the first in the
Electrical Engineering: 30 calculation of SGPA / CGPA
Materials Science & Engineering: 30 l The Grades on Transcript will reflect that the student
Mechanical Engineering: 30 has repeated the course
Remote Sensing & Geo-informatics: 30
Space Science: 30 Monitoring and Performance: (MS-local)
Mathematics: 30 SGPA / CGPA will be the primary measure of academic
performance and standing:
ACADEMIC EVALUATION: (MS-LOCAL)
A student's academic progress /standing is determined l If Cumulative GPA is 3.00 or more Good Standing
and monitored through the following modes of l If first or any onward semester Temporary
evaluation. CGPA less than 3.00 Enrollment
Assignments
l Receives F grade in more than 6
These are the problem sets or projects to be completed
independently. credit hours
Quizzes l Or Receives F grade in a repeat
At least two unannounced quizzes per credit hour of up course
to 5 to 10 minutes duration.
l Or Overall CGPA less than 3.00 at Dropout
Reports/ Projects the end of the course work even
These are reports to be prepared on the basis of after availing additional two
assignments/ projects.
chances of repeat courses
One Hour Tests (OHT) including clearance of 'F' grades
These are announced tests of 50 minutes duration. At
least one OHT per credit hour is taken for each course in
a semester. Grading System
Finals Absolute Grading / Relative Grading System
These are announced tests of a maximum of three hours It is the prerogative of the teacher to decide to use
duration for each course of a semester during the 17th absolute or relative grading for the evaluation.
and 18th week. The following table shows thresholds for all grades. If
Conduct of Examination absolute grading is used the range of marks and grade
l There is no choice of questions in quizzes, OHTs and earned there of are also given in the table.
finals
l The award of course grade and semester grade point
average (SGPA) is governed by the grading
regulations
l Maximum of two courses can be repeated, including
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attended and rounded off accordingly.
Excellent
A 85 marks 100 Grade F: Fail
A- Grade F is awarded to a student in a course for
B+ not demonstrating adequate performance. Any
Very Good
B such course
B- is required to be repeated by the student when
Good
C+ offered the very next time.
Grade I: Incomplete
Passing Grade C Grade I is awarded to a student who is unable
Fail F to take the final examination of a course due to
extreme circumstances. Any such student is
required to take the final examination of that
course within six weeks of the final examination,
provided all the other requirements of the course
are completed. Grade I will be converted to
grade F otherwise.
Repeat Course
In addition the Labs, however, will be graded with l Course repetition is allowed for students
the absolute grading system. seeking to improve grades including F
All final exams of lab tests/ Viva will be conducted grades which is mandatory. However, only one
under the supervision of theory course attempt per course and a total of two repeats
instructors. Grades awarded to students in lab are permissible in the academic program. The
exams will be approved by the theory course latest grade earned shall be considered for
instructors. computation of cumulative GPA. A letter R
F grade to a student will be automatically will be affixed against the course attempted
awarded in the Lab if he gets an 'F' grade in the the first time, and symbol # will be affixed
theory. with the grade earned on the repeat attempt
on the transcript
Grade Point Average (GPA) l In order to improve a grade including 'F-Grade',
GPA is calculated by using following formula: a student can either repeat the same course
GPA = Sum of (Credit hours x grade points)
OR can register any other elective course
Sum of Credit hours
other than core/mandatory courses. Such
Semester GPA is calculated by multiplying the elective course will replace the course in
grade points earned in a course with the number which a student got F grade/grade
of credit hours of that course, taking the sum of improvement. Both the courses will remain
such products for each course of the semester listed in the main body of transcript. The later
and dividing the sum by the total number of result will be counted towards CGPA. A
credits of the semester. GPA is rounded off to two special symbol will be used to show the
decimal place by taking into consideration 9 digits linkage of such courses in the transcript
after the decimal. Similarly, cumulative GPA is l The students will only be allowed to repeat a
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course if the seats are available in a classroom
after admitting the students of a regular batch.
The preference will be given to the students
who have lower grades over the students who
have higher grades, if the number of students
exceeds the capacity of a classroom
l The students, who have repeated any course,
are ineligible to get academic medals and merit
certificates
l All Ws a not included in the maximum number
of repeat courses.
Non-credit course
A non-credit course however, will be registered by
the student in the start of the semester if a student
desires to study such a course. A student is also
allowed to change the status of a course to a non-
registered course before the withdraw date. After
that, the course will appear in the main body of the
transcript. If a student wishes to replace an elective
course with another, this replacement will be
considered as repeating the course and will be
counted towards the count of repeat course.
Similarly, F grade in a course that got replaced by
another course will still contribute towards the F
credit hour limit. Such courses will be listed
separately in the transcript at the bottom of the
main body of the transcript. These courses will not
be counted towards CGPA.
Grade W: Withdrawn
Students may withdraw courses in a semester
according to the dates mentioned in academic
calender. The request for withdrawn courses shall
be made with the approval of the academic advisor
on the prescribed form. Fee paid for these courses
Interpretation Grades
Voluntary Withdrawal W
Withdrawn due to Short Attendance WSA
Withdrawn due to Prolonged Medical Illness WMI
Withdrawn on recommendation of Disciplinary
WDA
Committee
will not be reimbursed. The course will be required to
be repeated by the students whenever offered the
very next time.
Add/ Drop Course
Students may add or drop courses in a semester
according to the dates mentioned in academic
calender. The request for add or drop courses shall be
made with the approval of the academic advisor on
the prescribed form
Attendance
Students are required to be regular and punctual. A
student with less than 80% attendance in a course
shall not be allowed to sit in the final exam of that
course and a WSA grade will be awarded. Minimum
80% attendance is mandatory in a repeat course as
well
Readmission
A student dropped-out on academic basis, may apply
for readmission through the regular admission
process with the subsequent intake
Academic Integrity
Academic integrity is maintained strictly. A zero-
tolerance policy is enforced for academic dishonesty.
Any such case is referred to the Disciplinary
Committee. The committee after due process can
award major or minor penalty. The student has the
right to appeal against the decision to VC (IST), within
15 days of serving of decision of disciplinary
committee.
The decision taken by the VC (IST) will be final and
binding.
Conduct and Discipline
Good conduct and discipline is expected of all
students of the Institute. Any case of misbehavior or
indiscipline is dealt strictly. If a student's registration is
ever cancelled on disciplinary grounds, the student
shall be ineligible for readmission to the Institute.
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Faculty
Faculty of Aeronautics & Astronautics Engr Muhammad Anwar
Assistant Professor
Dr Iqbal Rasool Memon MS George Washington University, USA
Professor & Head of Department Area of Specialization: Mechanical Engineering
PhD Beihang University, China
Area of Specialization: Fatigue Life Prediction Dr Umar Iqbal Bhatti
Assistant Professor
Dr Khalid Parvez PhD Imperial College, UK
Professor Area of Specialization: Navigation
PhD Engg University of Oklahoma, USA
Area of Specialization: Aerospace Engineering Dr Omer Masood Qureshi
Assistant Professor
Dr Ihtzaz Qamar University of Modena, Italy
Professor Area of Specialization: Automotive crashworthiness
PhD University of Pittsburgh, USA and design
Area of Specialization: Chemical Engineering
Engr Izhar Hussain Kazmi
Dr Rashid Mehmood Assistant Professor
Professor MS ENSHMG, INPG, France
PhD Engg Cranfield University, England Area of Specialization: Fluid Dynamics
Area of Specialization: Applied Mechanics
Muhammad Zubair
Dr Jamshed Riaz Lecturer
Professor MS City University, London
PhD Georgia Institute of Technology, USA Area of Specialization: Aeronautical Engineering
Area of Specialization: Flight Mechanics
Dr Fahim Hashmi
Dr Najam Abbas Naqvi Director
Assistant Professor Failure Analysis Center
PhD NPU, China PhD Beihang University, China
Area of Specialization: Aerospace Engineering Area of Specialization: Materials Science &
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Engr Muhammad Nadeem Khan Engr Muhammad Ali
Lecturer Lecturer
MS NED (CAE), Karachi MS Georgia Institute of Technology, USA
Area of Specialization: Aerospace Engineering Area of Specialization: Aerospace Engineering

Nida Ahsan Faculty of Electrical Engineering

Lecturer
MS National University of Sciences and Technology Dr Qamar ul Islam
Area of Specialization: Computational Sciences & Professor & Head of Department
Engineering PhD University of Surrey, UK
Area of Specialization: (Telecom Engineering)
Engr Muhammad Ehsan Ullah Satellite Communication Engineering
Deputy Director (Edu Coord)
BS College of Aeronautical Engineering, NUST Dr Muddassar Farooq
Area of Specialization: Aerospace Engineering Professor/Dean
PhD Dortmund
Engr Shuja ur Rehman Area of Specialization: Communication Protocol &
Lecturer Cyber Security
MS University of Twente, The Netherlands
Area of Specialization: Mechanical Engineering Dr Muhammad Amin
Professor
Engr Zainab Saleem PhD Queens University Belfast, UK
Lecturer Area of Specialization: Antennas for Space and Land
MS Aalto University, Finland & Lule University of Communications
Technology, Sweden
Area of Specialization: Space Science and Dr Khurram Khurshid
Technology Assistant Professor
PhD Paris Descartes University, France
Engr Muhammad Taimoor Area of Specialization: Digital Image Processing
Lecturer Camera & Satellite Images, Document Images,
MS Institute of Space Technology, Islamabad Video Analysis
Area of Specialization: Aerospace Engineering
Dr Aamir Habib
Engr Suhaib Zafar Assistant Professor
Lecturer PhD University of Vienna, Austria
MS School of MACE, University of Manchester, UK Area of Specialization: Electrical Engineering
Area of Specialization: Thermal Sciences Technology Mobile & Satellite Communication
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Dr Moazam Maqsood Dr Muhammad Nasir Mumtaz Bhutta
Assistant Professor Assistant Professor
PhD University of Surrey, UK PhD University of Surrey, UK
Area of Specialization: (Electrical Engineering) Area of Specialization: Cyber Security
Integrated Antennas and Arrays for GNSS
Farhat ullah Mahmood
Dr Abdul Haseeb Assistant Professor
Assistant Professor MS National University of Computer and Emerging
PhD University of Ferrara, Italy Sciences (NUCES), Islamabad
Area of Specialization: (Information Engineering) Area of Specialization: Computer Science
Multimedia Communications Software Development, Networking

Dr Farrukh Aziz Bhatti Saima Siddiqui

Assistant Professor Assistant Professor
PhD The University of Auckland, New Zealand MS CASE, Islamabad
Area of Specialization: Electrical and Electronic Area of Specialization: Engineering Management/
Engineering Electronics
Wireless Communication, Multiple Antenna systems,
Cognitive Radios & Software-defined radios Muhammad Shafique
Assistant Professor
Dr Abdur Rehman Muhammad Maud MS Nanjing University of Science and Technology,
Assistant Professor China
PhD Purdue University, USA Area of Specialization: Optical Engineering
Area of Specialization: Electrical and Computer
Engineering Saad Ali Malik
Radar / Array Signal Processing and Sparse Signal Lecturer
Processing Msc University of Surrey, UK
Area of Specialization: Satellite Comm Engineering
Dr Muhammad Rizwan Mughal
Assistant Professor Bilal Ahmed Khan
PhD Politecnico di Torino, Italy Lecturer
Area of Specialization: Electrical and Electronics MS Leeds Metropolitan University, UK
Engineering Area of Specialization: Mobile and Distributed
Electronic System Design, Small Satellite Computer Networks
Engineering, Intra Spacecraft Communication MS Management CASE, Islamabad
Systems; Area of Specialization: Technology & Innovation
Management

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Muhammad Ghayas Uddin Nauman Abdullah
Lecturer Teaching/Research Associate
M. Phil Punjab University, Pakistan Bsc (Engg) University of Engineering and Technology
Area of Specialization: Microelectronics Engineering, Area of Specialization: Robotics & Control
VLSI Design & Fabrication
Sami Ullah
Faran Mahmood Teaching/Research Associate
Lecturer BS International Islamic University, Islamabad
M.Phil University of Cambridge, UK Area of Specialization: Embedded Systems &
Area of Specialization: (Systems Engineering) Network Security
MoTI (Management of Tech & Innovation)
Systems Engineering, Product Design Faculty of Materials Science &
Ilyas Ahmed Huqqani
Engineering
Demonstrator
MS Institute of Space Technology, Islamabad Dr Ibrahim Qazi
Area of Specialization: (Communication Systems) Professor & Head of Department
Signal and Image Processing PhD University of Sheffield, UK
Area of Specialization: Electro Ceramics
Ali Fahim Khan
Teaching/Research Associate Dr Syed Wilayat Hussain
MS National University of Sciences and Technology Professor
Area of Specialization: Signals & Image Processing PhD University of Connecticut, USA
Area of Specialization: Physical Metallurgy
Ghulam Abbas
Teaching/Research Associate Dr Muhammad Abdul Basit
BS Institute of Space Technology, Islamabad Assistant Professor
Area of Specialization: Comm System Engg PhD Hanyang University, South Korea
Area of Specialization: Thin Film Development for
Muneeb Abrar solar Cell Applications
Teaching/Research Associate
BSc/B.E University of Engineering and Technology Dr Sajid Ullah Khan
Area of Specialization: (Electrical Engg) Electronics, Assistant Professor
VLSI Design PhD Univerisity of Twente, Netherlands
Area of Specialization: Nanotechnology

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Dr Tayyab Subhani Dr Saad Nauman
Assistant Professor Assistant Professor
Phd Imperial College, London, UK PhD Universite des Sciences et
Area of Specialization: Advanced Engineering Technologies de Lille 1 Lille, France
Materials Area of Specialization: 3D Woven Carbon
Composites & their Structural Health
Dr Saima Shabbir Monitoring
Assistant Professor
PhD Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad Dr Sajid Butt
Area of Specialization: Polymer Chemistry Assistant Professor
PhD Tsinghua University, Beijing, China
Dr Abdul Mateen Area of Specialization: Thermo Electric Materials
Assistant Professor
PhD GIK Institute of Engineering Science and Kashif Naveed
Technology, Pakistan Assistant Professor
Area of Specialization: Nanostructured Coatings MS UMIST, UK
Area of Specialization: Corrosion Engineering
Dr Abdul Wadood
Assistant Professor Muhammad Atiq Ur Rehman
PhD Tokyo Institute of Technology, Japan Lecturer
Area of Specialization: Shape memory alloys, Msc (Engg) University of Engineering and
Biomaterials Technology, Lahore
Area of Specialization: Metallurgical &
Dr Uzma Shaukat Materials Engg
Assistant Professor
PhD Center for Applied and Molecular Biology Muhammad Yasir
Area of Specialization: Biomedical Engineering Lecturer
(Medical Genetics) National University of Sciences and Technology
Area of Specialization: Materials Science &
Dr Abdul Fahim Khan Engineering
Assistant Professor
PhD Pakistan Institute of Engineering and Applied Saira Bibi
Sciences, Islamabad Teaching/ Research Associate
Area of Specialization: Materials Engineering BE University of Engineering and Technology
Area of Specialization: Materials Science &
Engineering

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Faisal Mustafa Area of Specialization: Corporate/ Enterprise
Teaching/ Research Associate Management
BE Institute of Space Technology, Islamabad
Area of Specialization: Materials Science & Dr Muhammd Iftikhar Faraz
Engineering Assistant Professor
PhD Delft University of Technology, Netherlands
Arhum Hassan Area of Specialization: (Mechanical)
Teaching/ Research Associate Nanocomposites, Fiber reinforced composites
BE Institute of Space Technology, Islamabad
Area of Specialization: Materials Science & Dr Muhammad Anwar
Engineering Assistant Professor
PhD University of Luxembourg, Luxembourg
Hifsa Mazhar Area of Specialization: Computational Material
Teaching/ Research Associate Science & Engineering
BE Institute of Space Technology, Islamabad
Area of Specialization: Materials Science & Hassan Elahi
Engineering Lecturer
MS University of Engineering and Technology, Taxila
Qasim Zia Area of Specialization: (Mechanical Engineering)
Teaching/ Research Associate Applied Mechanics & Design, Micro Electro
BE Institute of Space Technology, Islamabad Mechanical
Area of Specialization: Materials Science &
Engineering Sheharyar Malik
Lecturer
Faculty of Mechanical Engineering MS HITEC University, Taxila
Area of Specialization: (Mechanical Engineering)
Composite Materials/Applied Mechanics
Dr Asif Israr
Associate Professor/HoD
Muhammad Shaban
PhD University of Glasgow, UK
Lecturer
Area of Specialization: (Mechanical) Structural
MS Royal Institute of Technology, Stockholm, Sweden
Dynamics
Area of Specialization: (Sustainable Energy
Engineering) Power Generation, Turbo machinery
Dr M Aamir Obaid Khattak
Assistant Professor
PhD University of Science and Technology Beijing,
China

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Hafiz Muhammad Suleman Talha Irfan Khan
Lecturer Lecturer
MS Politecnico di torino, Italy MS UET, Taxila
Area of Specialization: (Mechanical Engineering) Area of Specialization: (Mechanical Engineering)
Automotive Engnieering Thermal Systems Engineering

Yumna Qureshi Taiba Zahid

Lecturer Teaching/ Research Associate
MS IST, Islamabad, Pakistan MS EME College (NUST)
Area of Specialization: (Mechanical Engineering) Area of Specialization: (Manufacturing Engineering)
Mechanical Design & Analysis Production & Manufacturing

Mariyam Sattar Muhammad Umer

Teaching/ Research Associate Teaching/ Research Associate
MS UET, Taxila, Pakistan BE UET, Taxila
Area of Specialization: (Mechanical Engineering) Area of Specialization: (Mechanical Engineering)
Applied Mechanics & Design Design & Manufacturing

Usman Ghafoor (On study Leave) Faculty of Space Science

Lecturer
MS UET, Taxila, Pakistan Dr Hamid Saleem
Area of Specialization: Industrial Engineering Professor & Head of Department (Acting)
PhD (Physics) Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad
Syeda Shadab Zehra Zaidi Area of Specialization: (Physics) Plasma Physics
Teaching/ Research Associate
BE IST, Islamabad Dr Asad Ali
Area of Specialization: (Aerospace Engineering) Assistant Professor
Aerodynamics PhD The University of Auckland, New Zealand
Area of Specialization: (Statistics) Inference, MCMC
Samia Fida Methods, Gravitational Radiation, Bayesian
Teaching/ Research Associate Spectrum Analysis, Parallel Computing
MS IST, Islamabad
Area of Specialization: (Mechanical Engineering) Dr Waqas Ahmed Qazi
Mechanical Design & Analysis Assistant Professor
PhD University of Colorado, Boulder, CO, USA
Area of Specialization: (Aerospace Engineering
Sciences) Remote sensing, Synthetic Aperture Radar
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(SAR) imagery and interferometric data processing & Dr Sajid Ghuffar
analysis, Visible/Infrared/High-resolution satellite Assistant Professor
image processing & analysis, Oceanography, Earth PhD Vienna University of Technology, Austria
system study and modelling, Scientific programming Area of Specialization: Photogrammetry, LiDAR,
Computer Vision
Dr Sajjad Sarwar
Assistant Professor Mubashir Ul Haq Abbasi
Post Doctorate National Fusion Research Institute, Assistant Professor
Daejeon, South Korea MS (Electrical Engineering) NUST Islamabad
Area of Specialization: (Optical Diagnostic Systems) Area of Specialization: Micro-Wave Engineering.
Experimental Nuclear Fusion Plasma Physics
Dr Saleem Ullah
Dr Imran Shahid Assistant Professor
Assistant Professor Postdoc University of California Santa Barbara
PhD Vienna University of Technology, Vienna, Austria (UCSB), USA
Area of Specialization: (Atmospheric/Environment Area of Specialization: (Remote Sensing of
Sciences) Atmospheric Aerosols, Air pollution, GHG Vegetation) Remote sensing/GIS, Multispectral and
Emissions, Climate Change Hyperspectral Remote sensing

Dr Rizwan Bulbul Rana Usman Ali

Assistant Professor Lecturer
PhD Vienna University of Technology, Austria MS National University of Sciences and Technology
Area of Specialization: (Geoinfromation) Spatial Islamabad
data modeling, Dimension independent geometric Area of Specialization: (Computational Science &
modeling for GIS Engineering) Computational Physics, Computational
Fluid Dynamics
Dr Fazeel Mahmood Khan
Assistant Professor Huma Ozair
PhD University of Heidelberg, Germany Lecturer
Area of Specialization: (Astronomy & Astrophysics) Mphil University of Engineering and Technology,
Super massive Black holes, Galaxy Mergers, Lahore
Gravitational Waves Emission, GPU Computing Area of Specialization: (Applied Physics)Pulsed LASER
deposition of thin films/ LASER matter interaction
Dr Hamid Mehmood
Assistant Professor
PhD Asian Institute of Technology, Thailand
Area of Specialization: (RS & GIS) Location based
services, Web GIS, GNSS, NDMMR
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Palwasha Khattak
Lecturer
MS National University of Sciences and Technology,
Islamabad
Area of Specialization: (Environmental science) Air
Quality Monitoring, Satellite Remote Sensing.
Syeda Hira Fatima
Lecturer
MS National University of Sciences and Technology,
Islamabad
Area of Specialization: (Remote Sensing and
GIS)Species Distribution Modeling, Disease Ecology
Naeem Shahzad
Lecturer
MS University of the Punjab, Lahore
Area of Specialization: (Geomatics) Remote Sensing,
Optical Data Processing and Analysis, Object Based
Image Analysis, Developing Procedures and
Standards for Maping on High Quality Remore
Sensing Data Sets.
Ahmed Waqas Zubairi
Teaching/Research Associate
B.Sc. (Hons.) University of the Punjab, Lahore
Area of Specialization: (Physics) Atmospheric Physics
Mujtaba Hassan
Lecturer
MS COMSATS Institute of Information Technology
(CIIT), Islamabad
Area of Specialization: (Meteorology) Atmospheric
Environment
2016
Faculty of Remote Sensing & Geo-
information Science
Dr Badar Munir Khan Ghauri
Professor
PhD Institut National Des Sciences Appliquees,
Toulouse, France
Area of Specialization: Environmental Engineering
Dr Arjumand Zaidi
Assistant Professor
PhD George Mason University, Virginia, USA
Area of Specialization: Information Technology
Dr Saad Malik
Assistant Professor
PhD The Russian State Hydro-Meteorological
University (RSHU), St. Petersburg, Russia
Area of Specialization: Geographical Information
System
Saad Ul Haque
Lecturer
MS Institute of Space Technology, Islamabad
Area of Specialization: Remote Sensing and GISc
Faculty of Applied Mathematics &
Statistics
Muhammad Rizwan
Assistant Professor & Head of Department (Acting)
M.Phil University of Manchester, UK
Area of Specialization: Applied Mathematics

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Dr Salman Ahmad Dr Muhammad Sabeel Khan
Assistant Professor Assistant Professor
PhD Beijing Institute of Technology, China PhD Rohr University Bochum, Germany
Area of Specialization: General & Fundamental Area of Specialization: (Mechanical) Computational
Mechanics Mechanics

Dr Faizan Ahmed Zaheer Ahmed

Assistant Professor
PhD University of Twente, Netherland
Area of Specialization: Applied Mathematics
Dr Muhammad Nawaz
Assistant Professor
PhD Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad
Area of Specialization: Applied Mathematics
Dr Muhammad Aqeel
Assistant Professor
PhD Beijing Institute of Technology, China
Area of Specialization: General & Fundamental
Mechanics
Dr Rahila Naz
Assistant Professor
PhD Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad
Area of Specialization: Applied Mathematics
Dr Maryiam Javed
Assistant Professor
PhD Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad
Area of Specialization: Applied Mathematics
Lecturer
M. Phil Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad
Area of Specialization: Statistics
Syeda Aysha Bokhari
Assistant Professor
M. Phil Air University, Islamabad
Area of Specialization: Applied Linguistics
Ausima Sultan Malik
Assistant Professor
M. Phil Air University, Islamabad
Area of Specialization: Applied Linguistics
Syed Ubaidullah Jamil
Lecturer
MS International Islamic University, Islamabad
Area of Specialization: Aqeedah & Philosophy
Uzma Nasir
Lecturer
MA Punjab University, Lahore Pakistan
Area of Specialization: English Literature

Dr Waqas Ashraf (On study Leave)

Assistant Professor
PhD COMSATS Institute of Information Technology,
Islamabad
Area of Specialization: Applied Mathematics

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Administration
Engr Imran Rahman Vice Chancellor

Dr Muddassar Farooq Dean

Engr Ishaat Saboor Khan Registrar

Dr Iqbal Rasool Memon Head - Aeronautics & Astronautics

Dr Qamar ul Islam Head - Electrical Engineering

Dr Ibrahim Qazi Head - Materials Science & Engineering

Dr B. M. K. Ghauri Head - National Center for Remote Sensing & Geo-Informatics Science

Dr Asif Israr Head - Mechanical Engineering

Dr Hamid Saleem Head - Space Science

Muhammad Rizwan Head - Applied Mathematics & Statistics

Dr Muhammad Fahim Hashmi Head - Failure Analysis Center

Tariq Javed Malik Director Establishment

Arbab Mehmood Ahmed Head - Quality Enhancement Cell

Muhammad Zia Sarwar Director (Resource & Corporate Affairs)

Khurram Humaiyun Director Administration

Umar Saleem Butt Controller of Examinations

Vaqar Ehsan-i-Haque Dy Director Admissions

Muhammad Hafeez Dy Director Facilities & Services

Dr Najam Abbas Naqvi Dy Director Student Affairs

Dr Mirza Muhammad Naseer Head - Library

Muhammad Ali Asif In charge - Hostel

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Location Map
Institute of Space Technology
1, Islamabad Highway
Near CDA Toll Plaza
Islamabad

Pir Wadhai 5
More EME College
Motorway
Chowk
To Peshawar
PC Hotel

Kachahri
Chowk

DESTINATION POINT
Saddar Area
Swan Vagon 1. IST MAIN CAMPUS
Stand 4
2. RAWAT
3. FAISAL MOSQUE
4. SADDAR AREA
5. EME COLLEGE
Km

Peshawar Road
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Humak Town

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Sawan Rive

SUPARCO OFFICE

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(G-8/1)
To Airport

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Toll Plaza

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Disclaimer
The contents as stated in this prospectus are expression of intent only.
The institute reserves the right to discontinue any portion or make
amendments at any time without notice.

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