Publication

1. A Simulation Model for Productivity Efficiency Improvement Using Pro-Model: Case Study of Pip Factory, AUS Journal, Vol. 26, No. 1, 133 – 142, 2019.
2. Impact of Fuselage Cutouts on the Stress and Deflection Behavior: Numerical Models and Statistical Analysis. IOP Conference Series: Materials Science and Engineering, 454 (2018), 012063 <https://doi.org/10.1088/1757-899X/454/1/012063>
3. Validation of a finite element model of the effect of knot topology on the mechanical performance of surgical suture, IMECE2018, 2018 ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress & Exposition. November 9-15, 2018, David L. Lawrence Convention Center, Pittsburgh, PA, USA.
4. A Finite Element Model of a Surgical Knot, ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition (IMECE), Volume 3: Biomedical and Biotechnology Engineering, Tampa Convention Center, Tampa, Florida, November 3-9, 2017. Paper No. IMECE2017-72201, pp. V003T04A030; 9 pages doi:10.1115/IMECE2017-72201, ISBN: 978-0-7918-5836-3
5. Mechanical properties of 3d printed polymers, Journal of Print Media Technology Research, Vol. 5, No. 4, 273–289, 2016.
6. The numerical simulation of axial crumpling in grooved circular pvc tubes under static compression, Journal of Engineering Science and Technology, Vol. 10, No.10 1350 – 1360, 2015.
7. Numerical study of stress concentration in a tensioned plate, Tikrit Journal of Engineering Science, Vol.19, No.4, 2012.
8. Effect of cutouts on the behavior of clamped rectangular plates, Anbar Journal of Engineering Science, Vol.4, No.2, 2011.
9. The effect of holes on the vibration characteristics of the plates, The 2nd Regional Conference for Engineering Sciences, College of Engineering/ Al-Nahrain University, Baghdad 1-2 December 2010.
10. Experimental investigation and nonlinear analysis of polymer members subjected to uniaxial tension, Anbar Journal of Engineering Science, Vol.1, No.2, 2008.
11. Studying the effect of cutouts on the composite laminate plates, Anbar Journal of Engineering Science, Vol.1, No.2, 2008.
12. Effect of layers arrangement on the response of sandwich composite cantilever plate, Anbar Journal of Engineering Science, Vol.1, No.2, 2008.
13. Effect of strain rate on tensile fracture behaviour of viscoelastic matrix (polyester) and fiber reinforced composite, Journal of Al-Anbar University for Pure Science, Vol.1, No.1, 2007.
14. Effect of strain rate on tensile fracture behaviour of viscoelastic matrix (epoxy) and fiber reinforced composite, Anbar Journal of Engineering Science, Vol.1, No.1, 2007.
15. The effect of hollow ratio on the natural convection heat transfer from upward heated plates at constant heat flux, Anbar Journal of Engineering Science, Vol.1, No.1, 2007.
16. Influence of Internal Damage on the Vibration Behavior of Metallic Beam Structures, Journal of Southwest Jiaotong University, Vol.55, No.3, 2020.
17. A SIMULATION MODEL TO IMPROVE PRODUCTIVITY IN THE PIPE MANUFACTURING INDUSTRY, JOURNAL OF SOUTHWEST JIAOTONG UNIVERSITY, Vol.55, No.2, 2020.
18. Dynamic Analysis of Damaged Carbon Nanotubes Micro-Beam Structures, IOP Conference Series: Materials Science and Engineering, Vol.1094, No.1, 2021.
19. Evaluation of Machine Learning Models to Forecast COVID-19 Relying on Laboratory Outcomes Characteristics in Children, IOP Conference Series: Materials Science and Engineering, Vol.1094, No.1, 2021.
20. Finite Element Modeling and Experimental Characterization of Knot Configuration Effect on the Mechanical Performance of Surgical Suture, Western Michigan University, 2018.
21. MECHANICS OF PROGRESSIVE FAILURE OF NO. 2 FIBERWIRE SUTURE, 2018.
22. Experimental Characterization and Numerical Simulations of Surgical Knots, 2017.
23. STUDYING THE EFFECT OF CUTOUTS ON THE COMPOSITE LAMINATE PLATES, Anbar Journal for Engineering Sciences, Vol,1, No. 2, 2008.

Lectures

No.	Subjects	Lectures	Stage	File	Video
1	strength of material	Stress	Second
2	strength of material	Stress 2	Second
3	Strength of material	MECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF MATERIAL 2	Second
4	Strength of material	Strain	Second
5	Strength of material	MECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF MATERIAL	Second
6	Strength of material	AXIAL LOAD	Second
7	Strength of material	AXIAL LOAD 2	Second
8	Strength of material	TORSION	Second
9	Strength of material	TORSION 2	Second
10	Strength of material	TORSION 3	Second
11	Strength of material	BENDING	Second
12	Strength of material	BENDING 2	Second
13	Strength of material	BENDING 3	Second
14	Strength of material	TRANSVERSE SHEAR	Second
15	Strength of material	TRANSVERSE SHEAR 2	Second
16	Strenght of materials	References	Second

Academic certificates

Bachelor's degree from the University of Anbar in mechanical engineering in 2001.
Master's degree from the University of Anbar / Applied Mechanical Engineering in 2005. 
Doctoral degree from Western Michigan University in mechanical engineering in 2018.

Supervision

Dr. Arz has supervised several undergraduate projects and teaches the following courses:

1. Vibration Theory
2. Machine Design
3. Engineering Mechanics
4. Strength of Materials
5. Machine Theory
6. Engineering Drawing
7. Descriptive Geometry
8. Numerical Analysis

Dr. Arz has also supervised graduate projects and teaches the following courses:

1. Engineering Plasticity
2. Finite Elements
3. Engineering Elasticity
4. English Language

Other

Conferences

1. The 3rd International Conference on Computing, Communications, and Information Technology (CCIT 2019). Organized by College of Computer Science and IT, University of Anbar, Ramadi, Iraq, 24-25 April 2019.
2. ASME’s International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition(IMECE), David L. Lawrence Convention Center, Pittsburgh, PA, USA, November 9-15, 2018.
3. ASME's International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition (IMECE), David L. Lawrence Convention Center, Pittsburgh, PA, USA, November 9-15, 2018.
4. Three papers in the 8th World Congress of Biomechanics (WCB2018), July 8 – 12, 2018, Dublin, Ireland.
5. Two Papers in the 36th Annual Kalamazoo Community Medical and Health Sciences Research Day, Kalamazoo, Michigan, May 2, 2018.
6. American Society of Biomechanics (ASB) East Coast Meeting, Reading, PA, USA, April 20th – 21st, 2018
7. ASME's International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition (IMECE), Tampa Convention Center, Tampa, Florida, USA, November 3-9, 2017.
8. Summer Biomechanics, Bioengineering, and Biotransport Conference (SB3C), Tucson, AZ, June 21 – 24, 2017.
9. The 35th Annual Kalamazoo Community Medical and Health Sciences Research Day, Kalamazoo, Michigan, May 2, 2017.
10. The 2nd Regional Conference for Engineering Sciences, College of Engineering/ Al-Nahrain University, Baghdad, 1-2 December 2010.

Workshops

1. Chemical and Biological Security Training for Iraqi Nationals, 25-27 June 2018, Charleston, USA.
2. Training at Western Michigan University, USA, 2017. Mendeley workshop
3. Training at Western Michigan University, USA, 2016.  Safety
4. Training at Western Michigan University, USA, 2015.  Research Ethics, Engineering and Technology
5. Training at Philadelphia University, Jordan, 2007.
6. Training at Al-Minya University, Egypt, 2000.

Contributions

1. 3 Minute Thesis (3MT) Competition, Western Michigan University, USA, November 14, 2018.
2. 5-minute presentation, Western Michigan University, USA, October 27, 2017.

 Scholarships and Awards   

• 2025: Three letters of thanks & appreciation/ Ministry of Higher Education & Scientific Research / Minister's Office.
• 2025: Two letters of thanks & appreciation/ University of Anbar.
• 2025: Three letters of thanks & appreciation/ College of Engineering, University of Anbar.
• 2024: One letter of thanks & appreciation/ College of Engineering, Nahrain University.
• 2024: Two letters of thanks & appreciation/ University of Anbar.
• 2024: One letter of thanks & appreciation/ Electromechanical Engineering Department, University of Technology.
• 2024: One letter of thanks & appreciation/ Prime Minister's Office.
• 2024: One letter of thanks & appreciation/ Iraqi Council of Representatives.
• 2024: Three letters of thanks & appreciation/ Ministry of Higher Education & Scientific Research / Minister's Office.
• 2024: Three letters of thanks & appreciation/ College of Engineering, University of Anbar.
• 2024: One letter of thanks & appreciation/ College of Applied Science - Heet, University of Anbar.
• 2023: One letter of thanks & appreciation/ Ministry of Higher Education & Scientific Research / Minister's Office.
• 2022: One letter of thanks & appreciation/ University of Anbar.
• 2023: Three letters of thanks & appreciation/ College of Engineering, University of Anbar.
• 2023: One letter of thanks & appreciation/ College of Engineering, Nahrain University.
• 2022: Four letters of thanks & appreciation/ University of Anbar.
• 2022: Two letters of thanks & appreciation/ Ministry of Higher Education & Scientific Research / Minister's Office.
• 2022: Three letters of thanks & appreciation/ College of Engineering, University of Anbar.
• 2022: One letter of thanks & appreciation/ College of Applied Science - Heet, University of Anbar.
• 2021: Two letters of thanks & appreciation/ Ministry of Higher Education &Scientific Research / Minister's Office.
• 2021: One letter of thanks & appreciation/ University of Anbar.
• 2021: Two letters of thanks & appreciation/ College of Engineering, University of Anbar.
• 2020: Three letters of thanks & appreciation/ Ministry of Higher Education & Scientific Research / Minister's Office.
• 2020: Three letters of thanks & appreciation/ University of Anbar.
• 2020:  One letter of thanks & appreciation/ College of Engineering, University of Anbar.
• 2019: Two letters of thanks & appreciation/ College of Engineering, University of Anbar.
• 2019:  One letter of thanks & appreciation/ College of Applied Science - Heet, University of Anbar.
• 2018: 36 Annual Kalamazoo Community Medical and Health Science Research Day. It is the award for “Top Awarded Poster”. These awards are presented by Western Michigan University (WMU) Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine / USA.  
• 2018: Graduate Student Make a Difference Award 2018 in the category of “Academic Support”. It is the award for demonstrating outstanding collaboration with Western Michigan University (WMU) peer graduate students in instruction, tutoring, and partner learning. These awards are presented by the Graduate Student Association (GSA) at WMU / USA.
• 2013 – 2018: The Higher Committee for Education Development in Iraq, to get a Ph.D. degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 2012: One letter of thanks & appreciation/ College of Engineering, University of Anbar.
• 2011:  One letter of thanks & appreciation/ College of Engineering, University of Anbar.
• 2009: One letter of thanks & appreciation/ College of Engineering, University of Anbar.
• 2008: Two letters of thanks & appreciation/ College of Engineering, University of Anbar.
• 2007: One letter of thanks & appreciation/ College of Engineering, University of Anbar.
• 2006: One letter of thanks & appreciation/ College of Engineering, University of Anbar.
• 2005: One letter of thanks & appreciation/ Directorate of Anbar Municipality of Hit, Al-Anbar.

Employment History – General

• 2007 – 2008  Worked as a Community Facilitator in CHF International (ICAP) (Iraq Community Action Program), A Non-Government Organization with Funding Supplied by USAID that Plans and Constructs Humanitarian Projects.
• 2001 – 2003          Engineer in the Ministry of Municipalities & Work, Directorate of Anbar, Municipality of Hit, Al-Anbar, Iraq.