Background
Hussam Fraij brings over 20 years of experience in engineering design, manufacturing, and education to his current role as a Lecturer in Engineering Design at 天堂视频 (Oct 2022 - Present).
Engineering Expertise
- Hands-on experience: Hussam began his career as a Mechanical Engineer (Sep 2001 - Nov 2002) and Design Engineer (Feb 2003 - Jun 2004) where he honed his skills in 3D CAD modelling, Mold design, and production planning.
- Advanced Manufacturing: He then transitioned to a Fabrication Unit Supervisor role (Jun 2004 - Jan 2012), leading a team and overseeing all aspects of a CNC machine shop, including new design projects, production planning, and reverse engineering.
- Technical Skills: Hussam possesses a strong foundation in 3D CAD (Autodesk Inventor), CNC programming (FeatureCAM), and various manufacturing processes (3D printing, CNC machining, traditional machining).
Educational Leadership
- Lecturer and Course Leader: For over 10 years (Jan 2012 - Aug 2022) at Abu Dhabi Polytechnic, Hussam served as a lecturer and course leader, developing and delivering courses in Engineering Graphics, Mechanical Workshop, CAD/CAM & Manufacturing Processes. He mixes teaching styles (lectures, projects, flipped classrooms) to engage all learners. He uses varied assessments (quizzes, projects) for hands-on learning.
Awards
- March 2022, Member, The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
- Nov 2021, Participate in CAD Week to present a demonstration about Autodesk Fusion 360. ASME UAE
- Nov 2021, Participate in CAD Week as a part of the judging committee. ASME UAE
- Oct 2021, Overall, Winner Award for 3d printing competition by ASME, UAE section
- Dec 2020, Autodesk Inventor Certified Professional, by Autodesk
- July 2020, Certificate of mechanical design associate, Dassault Systèmes SolidWorks Corporation.
- Jan 2020, Hussam conducted a 3D printer Workshop at Baynounah Institute of Science and Technology.
- July 2019, Hussam conducted a 3D printer Workshop at Emirates youth, https://summer.youth.gov.ae/en
- June 2019, Hussam conducted a 3D printer Workshop at Abu Dhabi Polytechnic. www.adpoly.ac.ae
- April 2018 Winning the first place in design (3d model competition) https://3dx-us.com/3dx-model-showdown
- March 2017 Certification of participation in Global education forum by The UAE Ministry of Education & F&E LTD
- May 2016: Certificate of appreciation for my dedication, support, and achievement. By: Abu Dhabi Polytechnic.
- Sep 2015: Successfully Passed cyber security C3 examination test.
- Aug 2012: Certificate of appreciation for going the extra mile in the performance of Duties, attitude & behaviour as a valued employee. By: Abu Dhabi Polytechnic.
- May 2012: Autodesk Inventor Certificate Associate. By: Autodesk.
- June 2009: Welding Technology for Engineering. By the Royal Scientific Society
- June 2009: Defense Technology provided by KADDB
- April 2009: Rapid Prototyping provided by Info CAD, Stratasys
- Nov 2008: Management by Objectives provided by KADDB
- Dec 2007: Basic training in metal cutting by Sandvick Coromant
- July 2007: Basic GD&T Intermediate GD&T provided by Advance Dimensional Management
- May 2006: Fast track to Pro/Engineer Wildfire 2.0 provided by INFO CARD S.A
- May 2002: 3D AutoCAD & 3D Studio Max provided by Jordan Engineers Association
- CAD / CAM
- Rapid Prototyping & Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing)
- Design for AM
- Design Optimisation
- Plastic Injection and Blow Mold Design and Manufacturing
Current teaching responsibilities
- WSC300 Module Leader for the Advanced Computer Aided Design module.鈥�
- WSA400 Lecturer Application of CAD For Engineering Designers
- WSB501 Lecturer Integrating Studies
- WSA508 Lecturer Engineering Principles and Professional Skills鈥�
- BEng and MEng Individual Project Supervisor
Current administrative responsibilities
- School open day duties, personal tutoring and tutor of placement students