Doctoral Research Toolbox Chat With Emeritus Professor Akhtar Kalam

Webinar details

Join us on the first Thursday of every month for this enriching webinar series tailored for aspiring researchers and doctoral candidates, aimed at equipping you with essential skills and insights to thrive in your Doctor of Engineering (DEng) program journey with EIT. From laying the groundwork for your research to enhancing your writing prowess and navigating the academic landscape, this series covers a spectrum of topics essential for success. You will be able to chat in real time to Professor Kalam and hear from other participants in the virtual room.

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Upcoming Doctoral Research Toolbox Chats:

Phase 1: Foundation (Laying the Groundwork)

8 January – DEng Program: Understanding the Doctoral Journey
5 February – From Concept to Research Problem: Defining an Engineering Challenge
5 March – The Art of the Engineering Literature Review

Phase 2: Research Practice (Designing and Executing Research)

2 April – Designing Rigorous Engineering Research: Methods, Models, and Validation
7 May – Tools of the Trade: Simulation, Experimentation, and Data Analytics
4 June – Research Integrity, Safety, and Ethics in Engineering
2 July – Supervisory and Industry Collaboration: Working as a Research Engineer
6 August – Managing the DEng: Planning, Time, and Resources

Phase 3: Completion & Impact (Delivering and Beyond)

3 September – Communicating Engineering Research: Writing and Presenting Effectively
1 October – From Lab to Field: Translating Research into Real-World Engineering Applications
5 November – Resilience, Reflection, and the Doctoral Mindset
3 December – Building Your Research Identity: Patents, Publications, and Professional Pathways

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About the presenter

Professor Akhtar Kalam BSc, BScEng, MS, PhD, FIET, CEng, FAIE, FIEAust, CPEng, NER, APEC Engineer, IntPE(Aus), PEV, MCIGRE, Life Senior Member of IEEE. Professor Akhtar Kalam is a supervisor of EIT’s Doctoral students. He has worked at Victoria University since 1984 and recently associated with the Institute for Sustainable Industries and Liveable Cities. He is the Editor in Chief of Australian Journal of Electrical & Electronics Engineering. Further, he has Distinguished Professorship position in many national and international institutions. He has been recognized internationally and nationally for his research. He is regularly invited to deliver lectures, work on industrial projects, and examine external theses overseas. Professor Kalam is a registered Professional Engineer in the state of Victoria (PEV), Fellow of EA, IET, AIE, a life Senior Member of IEEE, NER, APEC Engineer, IntPE (Aus) and a member of CIGRE AP B5 Study Committee.

Join us as we embark on this transformative journey, empowering you to excel in your DEng program and beyond.