Dr. Amine Diaf

Lecturer and Senior Lecturer in Hydraulics
Institute of Science and Technology. University Centre of Maghnia. Zouia-Maghnia street— 13000, Algeria, Tlemcen, DZ.

About

Highly accomplished Lecturer and Senior Lecturer with a Ph.D. in Hydraulics, specializing in sustainable development, water resource management, and climate change impacts. Bringing over a decade of experience in academic instruction, research, and project leadership, Dr. Diaf excels at translating complex hydraulic principles into practical solutions, evidenced by significant contributions to scientific publications and student mentorship. Proven ability to drive impactful research and foster academic excellence within the field of environmental hydraulics.

Work

Maghnia University Center
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Lecturer and Senior Lecturer (Hydraulics Teacher)

Maghnia, Tlemcen, Algeria

Summary

Leads academic instruction, research initiatives, and departmental contributions in hydraulics, fostering student development and advancing environmental science.

Highlights

Delivered comprehensive lectures and tutorials across core hydraulics subjects, including Head Flow, Sanitation, Water Saving, and Numerical Modeling, totaling over 180 annual contact hours.

Supervised numerous Master's End-of-Studies (MFE) dissertations, guiding students through complex research on topics such as water erosion risk, solid transport, and sewerage network design, ensuring academic rigor and practical application.

Served as a jury member for multiple MFE defenses and internship evaluations, contributing to the assessment and development of emerging hydraulic engineers.

Contributed to the Department's Scientific Committee and served as a member of the EOLE scientific research laboratory, shaping academic policies and research directions.

Coordinated multiple internship agreements with industry partners (e.g., URBAT, LTPO, CTH, SOGERWHIT), facilitating practical experience for students and strengthening university-industry collaboration.

Actively participated in a university research project (PRFU) focused on identifying and quantifying sediment sources and their impact on reservoir siltation.

Organized and contributed to international and national scientific events, including conferences on Water and the Environment and World Water Day, enhancing the university's research profile.

National Sanitation Office (ONA)
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Center Manager

Tlemcen, Tlemcen, Algeria

Summary

Managed comprehensive operations for a regional sanitation center, ensuring efficient service delivery and compliance with national standards.

Highlights

Directed daily operations for a sanitation center, overseeing infrastructure maintenance, waste management, and service provision for a significant regional population.

Implemented operational efficiencies that improved service delivery and resource utilization within the sanitation network.

Managed a team of personnel, fostering a productive work environment and ensuring adherence to safety and environmental regulations.

Monitored and reported on key performance indicators for sanitation services, contributing to strategic planning and continuous improvement initiatives.

Groupe Kherbouche
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Sales Engineer

Tlemcen, Tlemcen, Algeria

Summary

Drove sales and client engagement for hydraulics sector products and services, managing the sales department and contributing to revenue growth.

Highlights

Managed the sales department for hydraulics products, consistently meeting or exceeding sales targets over a four-year period.

Developed and maintained strong client relationships, providing technical expertise and tailored solutions for complex hydraulic engineering needs.

Analyzed market trends and competitor activities to identify new business opportunities and inform sales strategies.

Collaborated with technical teams to ensure product specifications met client requirements, enhancing customer satisfaction and project success.

SOGERWHIT
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Field Engineer

Tlemcen, Tlemcen, Algeria

Summary

Provided on-site technical expertise and project oversight for hydraulics installations, ensuring adherence to design specifications and quality standards.

Highlights

Managed and monitored hydraulics projects in the field, ensuring timely execution and compliance with engineering designs and safety protocols.

Conducted site inspections and quality control checks, identifying and resolving technical issues to maintain project integrity.

Collaborated with project teams and contractors to optimize construction processes and ensure efficient resource allocation.

Prepared detailed technical reports and progress updates for stakeholders, ensuring transparent communication throughout project lifecycles.

Education

Abou Bekr Belkaid University
Tlemcen, Tlemcen, Algeria

Ph.D.

Hydraulics

Abou Bakr Belkaid University
Tlemcen, Tlemcen, Algeria

Master's Degree

Hydraulics

Abou Bakr Belkaid University
Tlemcen, Tlemcen, Algeria

Engineer Diploma

Hydraulic Engineering

Besghir Lakhdar School
Tlemcen, Tlemcen, Algeria

Baccalaureate

Mechanical Engineering

Publications

Impact of climate change on drought in the Wadi Lakhdar watershed, North Algeria.

Published by

Arab J Geosci

Summary

Study on the effects of climate change on drought conditions in the Wadi Lakhdar watershed.

Analysis of extreme climatic phenomena in northern Algeria.

Published by

Environ Earth Sci

Summary

Analysis of extreme weather events and their implications for northern Algeria.

Solid transport and typology of floods in semi arid climate: the case of the wedding basin of wadi Lakhdar (Northwest of Algeria).

Published by

Techniques Sciences Méthodes.

Summary

Research on solid transport and flood typology in semi-arid climates, focusing on the Oued Lakhdar basin.

Modeling of free surface flows.

Published by

European university edition.

Summary

Authored a book providing comprehensive insights into the modeling of free surface flows.

Languages

English
French
Arabic

Certificates

Arc-gis Software Mastery Training

Issued By

Wilaya of Tlemcen_Urbanization Service

Electrician Assistant Training

Issued By

Tlemcen_Algeria Vocational Training Center

Auxiliary Rescue Training

Issued By

Tlemcen_Algeria_Civil Protection

ISO14001 Training

Issued By

Bir Morad Rais_ Algeria_IDEG

Construction Site Organization Training

Issued By

Boumerdes_Algeria_CFMA

Skills

Hydraulic Engineering

Head Flow, Sanitation, Water Saving, Numerical Modeling and Simulation, Wastewater Treatment, Rainwater Harvesting, Seawater Desalination, Solid Transport, Flood Typology, Sewerage Network Design, Water Supply Systems.

Environmental Science & Climate Change

Sustainable Development, Drought Analysis, Climate Change Impact, Erosion, Environmental Monitoring, Water Resource Management, Dam Sedimentation.

Research & Analysis

Scientific Publication, Data Analysis, Modeling of Free Surface Flows, Physicochemical Properties Analysis, GIS (Arc-gis software), Scientific Methodologies, Hydrological Parameter Variability.

Teaching & Mentoring

Academic Instruction, Curriculum Development, Student Supervision, Dissertation Advising, Jury Membership, Academic Committee Leadership, Online Course Expertise (Moodle).

Project & Operations Management

Project Management, Project Monitoring, Sales Department Management, Center Management, Construction Site Organization, Strategic Planning, Stakeholder Management, Operational Efficiency.

Projects

University Research Project (PRFU) on Sediment Sources and Reservoir Siltation

Summary

Member of a university research project (PRFU) focused on identifying and quantifying sediment sources and their consequences on reservoir siltation.

Design Study of a Proposed Plant for Water Treatment (MFE Supervision)

Summary

Supervised BENALI Hanane and KEBBAB Siham's MFE dissertation on designing a water treatment plant for the Maghnia Hospital.

Study of the TAFNA-DZIOUA-ORAN Water Supply System (MFE Supervision)

Summary

Supervised M. CHERIFI Seyfeddine and MALOU Mohammed's MFE dissertation on the TAFNA-DZIOUA-ORAN Water Supply System.

Variability of Hydrological Parameters in Tafna Sub-basins (MFE Supervision)

Summary

Supervised BENFODIL Khalil and ARBI Amine's MFE dissertation on the variability of hydrological parameters of some sub-basins of the Tafna.

Multifactorial Analysis of Water Erosion Risk (MFE Supervision)

Summary

Supervised Ms. KEBIRI Ikram and HADDADJ Kawther's Master's End-of-Studies (MFE) dissertation on multifactorial analysis of water erosion risk in the Oued Boukiou basin (NW Algeria).

Contribution to the Study of Dam Sediments (MFE Supervision)

Summary

Supervised DEROUICHE Siham's MFE dissertation on physicochemical properties of dam sediments in Tlemcen.

Dimensioning and Planning of Sewerage Network for OUELED BEN DAMOU Industrial Park (MFE Supervision)

Summary

Supervised Larbi Selma's MFE dissertation on the design and planning of a sewerage network for the OUELED BEN DAMOU industrial park in Maghnia.

Assessment of Sewerage Network using GIS (MFE Supervision)

Summary

Supervised Nesrine BOUANATI and Manal HAMMAMI's MFE dissertation on the diagnostic study of a sewerage network using GIS in Maghnia.

Study of Solid Transport and Flood Typology (MFE Supervision)

Summary

Supervised HEDDAR RAHMA and SEBBANI FATIMA's MFE dissertation on solid transport and flood typology in the Oued Lakhdar watershed.