CIVIL ENGINEERING

Shaping Sustainable Infrastructure for a Better Tomorrow

🏗 Department of Civil Engineering (DCVE)

The Department of Civil Engineering (DCVE) at the University of Duhok’s College of Engineering (CENG) is a cornerstone of regional development and innovation. Our department prepares future-ready engineers who not only design and build the infrastructure of modern society—but also lead in sustainability, resilience, and digital transformation.

Since its inception, DCIV has grown into one of the most robust and diversified departments within UOD, offering a range of undergraduate, master's, and Ph.D. programs designed to meet the evolving needs of both public and private sectors.

In alignment with the UOD Strategic Plan 2023–2038, our department is committed to delivering high-impact research, internationally-aligned academic programs, and capacity building that contributes to the economic growth, environmental protection, and technological advancement of the Kurdistan Region and beyond.

🎯 DCVE VISION

To become a regional leader in civil engineering education and research—providing transformative learning experiences and solutions that shape sustainable, smart, and resilient infrastructure.

🌍 DCVE MISSION

To educate, inspire, and empower future civil engineers to meet global and regional challenges through:

Cutting-edge teaching and experiential learning
Strategic partnerships with industry and government
Innovative, policy-driven research
Ethical and sustainable engineering practices

💠 Strategic Alignment

DCVE is fully aligned with UOD’s institutional goals, focusing on:

Sustainability & Environmental Stewardship
Integrating green engineering principles into every program and project.
Digital Transformation in Engineering Education
Using BIM, GIS, remote sensing, simulation software, and AI-based tools.
Quality Assurance & Accreditation Readiness
Preparing programs to meet KAAE and international engineering accreditation bodies.
Community Engagement & Societal Impact
Applying civil engineering knowledge to real-world challenges and public infrastructure needs.

💡 DCVE's Core Values

At the Department of Civil Engineering, we are guided by a set of values that shape our teaching, research, and service to society:

1. Integrity and Ethics

We uphold the highest standards of honesty, transparency, and responsibility in engineering practice and education.

2. Excellence

We strive for excellence in teaching, research, and professional development—pursuing continuous improvement in everything we do.

3. Innovation

We embrace creative thinking, emerging technologies, and research-driven solutions to tackle local and global challenges.

4. Sustainability

We are committed to engineering practices that promote environmental stewardship, resource efficiency, and long-term resilience.

5. Collaboration

We believe in the power of interdisciplinary teamwork and active partnerships with academia, industry, and government.

6. Community Engagement

We work to serve our society by applying civil engineering expertise to improve quality of life and contribute to sustainable development.

7. Lifelong Learning

We promote a culture of continuous learning, critical thinking, and adaptability to meet evolving professional and societal needs.

8. Global Perspective

We prepare engineers who can operate across borders—culturally aware, globally competitive, and aligned with international standards.

INTRODUCATION

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

LEARNING OUTCOME

CAREER PROSPECT

Head of Department

Dr Yousif Jameel Bas is the Head of Department of Civil Engineering (DCVE). He took his office of Oct 2021, and he is responsible for running the academic and administration affairs of DCVE.

DCVE Office

CAREER PROSPECT

Civil engineering is concerned with the design, development, and maintenance of our built environment, which includes everything from buildings to bridges, roads, and railroads, as well as what this implies for the planet's and society's future.

LEARNING OUTCOME

You will be taught by academic staff who are civil engineering professionals in an inclusive learning environment at DCVE. Lectures, tutorial courses, laboratory sessions, and computer-based sessions are among the teaching and learning approaches we employ.