Dr. Mohd Umar

Teaching

Educational Qualification

Work Experience

Course Handled

Research

Area of Research Interest

• Microbial Induced corrosion of concrete
• Optimization of mix design using Taguchi’s method
• Corrosion of steel in concrete
• Development of eco-friendly concrete
• Repair and rehabilitation of concrete structures

Certificate and Membership (For knowledge and skill up gradation)

• Student member of National Association of Corrosion Engineers (NACE) now Association of Protection and Performance ( AMPP) (Id No. 9025269)
• SPACE CADD Certificate of Completion in ETABS, 2016

Journal Publications

SCOPUS Indexed

• Mohd Umar, MD Najeebul Haque and M.S. Haji Sheik Mohammed, 2022. “Chemical admixtures in cement mortar: long-term performance evaluation against biogenic acid attack”. Journal of Structural Engineering, CSIR-SERC, Vol. 49(2), pp. 162-177.
• Mohd Umar, Naheetha Fathima, M.S. Haji Sheik Mohammed and S. Hemalatha, 2019. “Modified cement composites for protection against microbial induced concrete corrosion of marine structures”. Journal of Biocatalysis and Agricultural Biotechnology, p. 101192. (ESCI/WoS, Citescore – 6.2)
• Mohd Umar, Gajalakshmi Pandulu, and Revathi Jayaseelan, 2020. “Strength evaluation of eco-friendly concrete using Taguchi method”. Materials Today: Proceedings, 22, pp. 937-947.
• Md Muheeb Ahmed, Mohd Umar, Ahmed Abdul Ahad and M.S. Haji Sheik Mohammed, 2021. “Optimisation of Mix Proportion for Repair Mortar Modified with Mineral and Chemical Admixtures”, Journal of Structural Engineering, CSIR-SERC, Vol. 48(2), pp. 89-103.

UGC-CARE Listed

• Syed Mueen, Mohd Umar, A. K. Kaliluthin, 2019. “An optimum mix proportioning of eco-friendly concrete using Taguchi’s approach”. IUP Journal of Structural Engineering, Vol. 12(3), pp. 39-50

Conference & Symposium Papers

• Mohd Umar, Naheetha Fathima, M.S. Haji Sheik Mohammed and S. Hemalatha, “Evaluation of antimicrobial performance of modified cement composites for marine environment”, International Conference & Expo on Corrosion – CORCON 2019 from 23rd to 26th September, 2019 at CIDCO Convention & Exhibition Centre, Mumbai
• Mohd Umar and S. Haji Sheik Mohammed, “Microbial induced corrosion in RCC structures and its preventive measures – An overview,” International Conference on Corrosion Control – CORCON 2018 from 31st September – 3rd October, 2018 at Jaipur Exhibition & Convention Centre (JECC), Jaipur
• Mohd Umar, Naheetha Fathima, M.S. Haji Sheik Mohammed and S. Hemalatha, “Microbial induced corrosion in concrete and its preventive measures – An overview”, proceedings of 5th International Corrosion Prevention Symposium for Research Scholars – CORSYM 2018, 23rd and 24th March, 2018 at IIT Madras, Chennai
• Mohd Umar and M.S. Haji Sheik Mohammed, “Green concrete for marine structures to enhance sustainability”, proceedings of National Symposium on Green energy and its green chemistry for sustainable future – GEGCS 2019, 22nd and 23rd February, 2019 at Meenakshi College for Women, Chennai

Research Projects

Investigation on strength, durability and antimircobial resistance of cementitious systems for use in marine conditions

• Ph. D. work under the guidance of Dr. M.S. Haji Sheik Mohammed, Professor of Civil Engineering, B S Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science & Technology, Chennai, India

Evaluation of sacrificial anode cathodic protection (sacp) systems for reinforced concrete applications

• Part of the student team involved in the project with Dr. M.S. Haji Sheik Mohammed, Professor of Civil Engineering, as principal investigator, B S Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science & Technology, Chennai, India

Involvement in socially relevant project

Four lane t-beam bridge over gomti river connects sultanpur faizabad road

• This project was a part of project based learning in the M.Tech. Course “Design of Bridges” taught by Dr. M.S. Haji Sheik Mohammed, Professor of Civil Engineering, B S Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science & Technology, Chennai, India

Details of B.Tech. & M. Tech. Projects

• Investigation on the behavior of eco – friendly concrete members – M. Tech. project
• Analysis and design of passage underneath the road by using precast rcc structure at chetpet – B. Tech. project

Professional Training Experience

• Acting as resident tutor and managing 80+ students at KBA men’s hostel, BSACIST from 15 October 2022 onwards
• Performed invigilation for a government exam conducted by Tamil Nadu High Court at BSACIST during 16 November 2022
• Engaged in an online workshop on “Effective and efficient online teaching in the age of corona: A hands on workshop” organized by the Teaching Learning Centre (ICT) at IIT, Bombay
• Participated in an online workshop on “BodhiTree and SAFE tools for effective and online teaching: A hands on workshop” organized by the Teaching Learning Centre (ICT) at IIT, Bombay
• Take part in an online workshop on Abstract Writing for Early Career Researchers (Exclusive training on efficient abstract writing skills) organized by Office of Dean (Research), B.S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science & Technology, Chennai.
• Attended online webinar on “How to publish high impact research articles?” organised by Department of Electronics & Communication and Dean Academic research, B.S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science & Technology, Chennai
• Participated in a one day workshop on “Scientific Documentation and Presentation using LATEX” at B.S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science & Technology, Chennai.
• Engaged in a two day workshop on “Data Analytics and Data Visualization using R” at B.S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science & Technology, Chennai.
• Participated in one week workshop on “Strategies for Innovative and Quality Research” during 31st July to 05th August 2017 organized by the office of Dean (Ac Research) at B.S. Abdur Rahman Crescent University, Chennai
• Participant of National level workshop on “Impact of Climate Change on Durability of RCC Structures (ICCDRS’16)” during 19-24, April, 2016 organized by the Department of Civil Engineering, School of infrastructure, B.S. Abdur Rahman University, Chennai
• Completed 31 days internship training program at construction of New Architectural Block with Buhari Builders & Contractors Pvt. Ltd., Chennai, July-2016
• Underwent 30 days internship training in Uttar Pradesh Bridge Corporation Ltd., Lucknow, May – 2012

Awards and Achievements

• Secured Second Rank with CGPA of 9.41/10 in the M. Tech. Structural engineering programme, 2017
• Proficiency holder in M. Tech. Structural engineering for the academic year 2016
• Awarded with 1st rank in the National level workshop on “Impact of Climate Change on Durability of RCC Structures (ICCDRS’16)” during 19-24, April, 2016 organized by the Department of Civil Engineering, School of Infrastructure, B.S. Abdur Rahman University, Chennai, 2016
• Finalist in the event Bridge Ecstasy at AARUUSH’11, a National Level Techno-Management Fest, organized by SRM University, Chennai, 2011
• Awarded with merit certificate for the best performance in extra-curricular activities organised by Crescent Public Inter College, Bahraich, 2005

Responsibilities Held

• Vice president, NACE International Gateway of India Section (NIGIS) – South Zone Student’s section, Sep. 2018 – Till date
• Organizer of an online program for NIGIS SZ and delivered welcome address for the same as Vice President, NIGIS SZ student’s section on January 2, 2021
• Editor of e-Newsletter for NIGIS SZ student section Sep. 2018 – Till date
• Volunteer services and resource person in the “International Conference on Corrosion Control – CORCON 2019” from 23rd – 26th September, 2019 at Cidco Convention & Exhibition Centre, Mumbai
• Resource person in a two day workshop on “Electro Chemical Corrosion Techniques: Theory and hands on training (7th & 8th September 2018)” organized by Department of Civil Engineering & Department of Chemistry, B. S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science & Technology, supported by NIGIS South Zone
• Member of student organizing and editorial committee “CORSYM 2018”, an International corrosion prevention symposium for research scholars at IIT Madras, March 23 and 24, 2018