Professor Elie Al Ahmar

Professor Elie Al Ahmar

Dean, Faculty of Engineering

801
Université La Sagesse – Main Campus P.O. Box 50501, Furn El Chebbak, Lebanon
elie.alahmar@uls.edu.lb
Job Title / Responsibilities

Prof. Dr. Eng. Elie Al Ahmar is the Dean of the Faculty of Engineering at Université La Sagesse (ULS), where he oversees academic strategy, program development, faculty recruitment, and quality assurance. He holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering (Renewable Energy) from the University of Western Brittany, France, and a BE in Computer and Telecommunication Engineering from USEK. With over 15 years of experience in higher education, he has led academic departments, launched accredited programs, and contributed to national policy through active engagement with the Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MEHE). His leadership fosters institutional innovation, community engagement, and alignment between academic curricula and market needs. He has played a central role in establishing partnerships with local and international industry and academia, promoting research collaboration and student opportunities. Prof. Al Ahmar’s research focuses on renewable energy systems, machine learning, and advanced signal processing, with numerous international publications. He mentors both faculty and students, nurturing academic excellence and innovation. He is a member of the Order of Engineers.

Qualifications

  • Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering (Renewable Energy), University of Western Brittany, France (2010)

o          Specialized in renewable energy systems, with research focusing on sustainable power generation, energy efficiency, and advanced electrical engineering applications.

  • B.E. in Computer and Telecommunication Engineering, Holy Spirit University of Kaslik (USEK), Lebanon (2006)

o          Strong foundation in computer engineering, telecommunications, and network systems, with an emphasis on applied technologies and system integration.

  • Quality Assurance Officer

o          Experienced in designing, implementing, and monitoring quality assurance processes in higher education institutions to ensure compliance with academic standards and continuous improvement.

  • Member, Order of Engineers (Lebanon)

o          Registered professional engineer, actively contributing to the advancement of engineering practices and professional ethics in Lebanon.

  • ABET Accreditation Experience

o          Actively involved in preparing and coordinating accreditation files for engineering, actuarial and financial mathematics, computer science, and IT programs, ensuring compliance with international accreditation standards.

  • Committee Memberships at MEHE

o          Member of the Equivalence Committee for Education

o          Member of the Recognition and Equivalence Committee for Higher Education

o          Member of the Academic and Technical Committee for Higher Education

Professional Experience

Member of the Academic and Technical Committee at MEHE.

Ministry of Education and Higher Education. (MEHE) – Unesco, Lebanon

February 2025 – Present

  • Review and approve new or existing academic programs and institutions. Conduct site audits and ensure compliance with standards (infrastructure, staffing, curriculum).
  • Help define and uphold benchmarks covering governance, teaching systems, assessment, and facilities.
  • Make informed judgments on licenses and equivalency, contribute to policy implementation, and ensure alignment with legal and academic frameworks.

Member of the Recognition and Equivalence Committee for Higher Education and the Equivalence Committee for Education at MEHE.

Ministry of Education and Higher Education. (MEHE) – Unesco, Lebanon

October 2019 – Present

  • Evaluation of foreign and vocational qualifications, supporting alignment with Lebanon’s national education standards.
  • Promotion of academic mobility and integrity, ensuring fair, transparent, and compliant equivalency decisions.

Head of Academic Compliance Unit & Relations with MEHE.

Holy Spirit University of Kaslik (USEK) – Jounieh, Lebanon

July 2023 – September 2024

  • Serve as liaison with the Ministry of Education and Higher Education making sure USEK community are educated on the latest regulations and processes.
  • Submit, regularly, program recognitions, equivalencies, documentations, and proposals to MEHE while ensuring that USEK’s academic programs and policies comply with the requirements of the Ministry of Education and Higher Education.

USEK Representative at the Colloquium Department at MEHE.

Holy Spirit University of Kaslik (USEK) – Jounieh, Lebanon

July 2020 – September 2024

  • Organization of national professional licensing exams, ensuring procedural compliance and smooth administration.
  • Facilitation of communication between candidates, exam committees, and the Ministry, supporting transparency and efficiency in exam processes.

 

Assistant Dean for External Relations and Head of Computer Science and IT Department.

Holy Spirit University of Kaslik (USEK) – Jounieh, Lebanon

October 2022 – September 2024

  • Building strategic academic and industry partnerships, enhancing faculty visibility, and strengthening international collaboration.
  • Leading curriculum development and accreditation efforts, improving program quality, and supporting faculty growth and student success.

Assistant Dean for Mathematics and Computer Science & IT Departments.

Holy Spirit University of Kaslik (USEK) – Jounieh, Lebanon

October 2020 – October 2022

  • Academic Administration: Oversight of departmental operations for Mathematics, Computer Science, and IT programs.
  • Curriculum Coordination: Management of course development, faculty activities, and quality assurance initiatives.
  • Student and Program Support: Assistance with student affairs, departmental planning, and accreditation processes.

Associate Professor, Electrical, Telecom and Computer Engineering Department.

Holy Spirit University of Kaslik (USEK) – Jounieh, Lebanon

October 2016 – September 2024

  • Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in electrical engineering, telecommunications, and computer engineering; conducting research in renewable energy systems, smart grids, and advanced electrical applications; supervising student projects and theses.

Teaching interests

  • Renewable energy systems, sustainable power generation, and energy efficiency
  • Electrical machines, power electronics, and smart grids
  • Control systems and advanced electrical engineering applications
  • Computer and communication networks, wireless systems, and signal processing
  • Embedded systems, IoT applications, and system integration
  • Digital communications, data transmission, and telecommunication engineering

Research interests

  • Renewable Energy Systems and Fault Diagnosis
  • Medical Imaging and Neurotechnology
  • Machine Learning and Signal Processing
  • Biomedical Engineering and Biosensing
  • Cybersecurity and IoT Systems

Publications

  • Hawi, A., Hmede, R., Saab, M.-B., Saab, L., Harati, H., Al Ahmar, E., & Estephan, E. (2025). Delayed onset bilateral papilledema secondary to trauma: A case report. Heliyon, 11, e43698. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.heliyon.2025.e43698

 

  • Abou Chaaya, J. et al. (2024). Morphological Changes of the Pituitary Gland in Patients with IBS Using MRI. J. Imaging, 10(9), 226. https://doi.org/10.3390/jimaging10090226

 

  • Audia, D. et al. (2024). Effects of Cannabis Use on Neurocognition: MRI Review. Journal of Psychoactive Drugs, 1–17. https://doi.org/10.1080/02791072.2024.2372377

 

  • Rachini, A., Hassan, L. A., Al Ahmar, E., Attar, H. (2024). Emotion Classification from EEG Signals. 28th Int. Conf. CSCC, Crete https://wseas.com/journals/cr/2024/a905118-013(2024).pdf

 

  • Al Ahmar, E., Rachini, A., Attar, H. (2024). Cybersecurity in IoT WSN via ML. 28th Int. Conf. CSCC, Crete https://wseas.com/journals/articles.php?id=9604

 

  • Kheir Eddine, H. et al. (2023). Assessment of Lumbar Lordosis Modalities. Heliyon, 9(8) https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2405844023061601

 

  • Hajeer, S. et al. (2023). Vitamin D and Multiple Sclerosis MRI Review. Heliyon, 9(5) https://www.sciencedirect.com/journal/heliyon/vol/9/issue/5

 

  • Masri, O. S. et al. (2021). Morphological Changes in Amblyopic Eyes. PLOS ONE, 16(8):e0255735 https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0255735

 

  • Saab, M.B., Al Ahmar, E., Estephan, E. (2019). Biosensing Using a Simple Resistor. Journal of Sensors, 2019 https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1155/2019/6291389

 

  • Al Ahmar, E. et al. (2010). Signal Processing for Wind Turbine Diagnosis. IEEE ECCE, Atlanta, https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/5617707
  • Amirat, Y. et al. (2009). Fault Diagnosis in Wind Systems. Renewable & Sustainable Energy Reviews, 3(9), 2629–2636 https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1364032109001324

 

  • Al Ahmar, E. et al. (2008). Wind Energy Diagnosis via Wavelets. Int. Rev. Electrical Engineering, 3(4), 646–652 https://hal.science/hal-00526507/document

 

  • Al Ahmar, E. et al. (2008). DFIG Wind Turbine Fault Diagnosis. ICEM’08, Portugal https://hal.science/hal-00531286/document

 

Community Services

  • Member, Equivalence Committee for Education, Recognition and Equivalence Committee for Higher Education and the Academic and Technical Committee for Higher Education, MEHE.
  • Organizer, International Accreditation Seminars
  • Developer of outreach and science engagement programs with local schools and communities
  • Organized alumni mentorship, networking, and professional development events