Engineer Dr.
Mujahid Karim Akla
From Top of Industrial School to PhD with Distinction
PhD (Distinction)
Master’s – Moscow
Top of Iraq
2005
Year of Appointment (Top Students Channel)
#21
Out of 140 students – University of Basra
160
Students – Top of the Technical Institute
2019
Master’s Russia (Very Good)
Journey of Dedication & Challenge: From Al-Khidr District to Leading Departments
2001 – 2002
🏆 Top of Industrial School – Al-Khidr Industrial Preparatory
Metals Department / Al-Khidr District – Muthanna Governorate. Nominated for admission to engineering colleges in Iraqi universities.
Due to the economic blockade, he could not immediately pursue engineering, and his admission to the Baghdad Oil Institute was delayed.
2002 – 2004
📚 Top of the Cohort – Al-Samawa Technical Institute
Among 160 students. Achieved excellence despite conditions, then was accepted into the College of Engineering / Al-Mustansiriya University (2004-2005).
2004 – 2008
🎓 Engineering – University of Basra
Due to security conditions in Baghdad, he transferred to the University of Basra (2006-2007). Graduated in 2008 with a Good grade, and was among the top quarter of graduates: rank 21 out of 140 students.
Academic perseverance despite travel challenges and terrorism.
2005 – 2008
💼 Appointment via Top Students Admission Channel
He was appointed at the institute in 2005 due to his distinction. Immediately after graduation (2008), he began working as an engineer in the Mechanical Laboratories Unit.
2013 – 2016
📈 Head of Laboratories Unit ⇢ Head of Internal Departments
After five years of excellence, he became Head of the Mechanical Laboratories Unit, then progressed to Head of Internal Departments, demonstrating high managerial efficiency.
2016 – 2019
🇷🇺 Master’s Degree – Moscow Power Engineering Institute
Department of Thermal Engineering at the National Research University, Russia. Graduated in 2019 with a Very Good grade, returning with global expertise.
2021 – 2024
🇮🇷 PhD (Research-based) – Urmia University
Department of Mechanical Engineering – Energy Conversion. The defense and graduation were completed with Distinction, and the certificate is currently being processed.
Advanced thesis in Energy Conversion, with international supervision.
July 2022 – Present
🏛️ Head of Mechanical Technologies Department
Officially assigned, and he continues to lead the department, combining engineering, managerial, and academic expertise.
Exceptional Achievements & Special Recognitions
Early Excellence
Top of Al-Samawa Technical Institute (160 students) and nominated for engineering colleges despite the blockade and difficult times.
International Expertise
Master’s from Russia (Moscow Power Engineering Institute) and research-based PhD from Iran (Urmia University) with Distinction.
Academic Leadership
Head of Mechanical Technologies Department since 2022, with continued scientific and administrative service to the institute.
“From Al-Khidr district to Moscow and Urmia, passing through the blockade and security crises… I have proven that determination is stronger than circumstances. Praise be to God for excellence at every stage, and today the doctorate with Distinction and a success story to be told for generations.”
Concise Summary of the Journey
- Birthplace & Origin: Al-Khidr District – Muthanna Governorate, residing in Al-Samawa District.
- High School Certificate: Al-Khidr Industrial Preparatory (2001-2002) – Metals Department – Top of Industrial School.
- University Education: Started at Al-Mustansiriya (2004) then Basra (graduated 2008 – rank 21/140).
- Appointment: 2005 (via Top Students Channel), actual commencement as engineer in 2008.
- Career Progression: Head of Mechanical Laboratories Unit ← Head of Internal Departments ← Head of Mechanical Technologies Department (2022).
- Master’s Degree: Moscow Power Engineering Institute, Russia (2019 – Very Good).
- PhD: Urmia University, Iran – Energy Conversion (Distinction).