
Dr. Muhammad Aslam Bhutto
Biography
Dr. Bhutto has large experience of teaching and research both at undergraduate and post-graduate levels in Pakistani and UK universities. Besides, he has conducted several theoretical, practical and research-based examinations. He has also worked on senior management positions in Pakistani universities related to coordination, examinations, quality enhancement, legislation and so on. He has undertaken as well as conducted workshops/trainings on assessment/evaluation of academic programs, quality audits, teaching and examinations in HEIs, etc. He has published good number of papers in world-recognized journals as well as presented in international conferences inside and outside Pakistan. He has been attached to several technical assessments, inquiries and investigations related to government and other organizations. He has successfully completed two externally-funded research projects.
Research Interest
- Fibre-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites and their use for strengthening/repair of steel and concrete structures
- Finite element modelling and analyses of thin-walled steel members, such as plate-girders
- Use of new construction and building materials, such as bio-concrete
- Structural and seismic assessment of residential, commercial and other buildings
- Solid-waste management –problems and opportunities
- Quality management and assurance in organizations
Affiliations
- The Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE) United Kingdom
- American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)
- Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) Life Member
- The Institution of Engineers Pakistan (IEP)
- PSQCA Technical Committee on 'Social Responsibility'
- Procurement Committee AERC
- Technical Expert, Sindh Anti-Corruption Establishment
- HEC Nominee, Plagiarism Standing Committee IBA
- Amnesty International(AI), Pakistan