Overview About College
The foundation of the first nucleus of the College of Engineering at Baghdad University began as an annexed course under the Irrigation Directorate in 1921. This was the first step towards higher education in Iraq, as the country had no higher education institutions except for the Faculty of Law, which was established in 1908.
Over time, the institution underwent multiple changes before officially establishing the College of Engineering in 1942, initially focused on civil engineering. Later, new scientific departments were opened, and the college was linked to Baghdad University and the Ministry of Higher Education.
Historical Development
1921
A course was opened under the Irrigation Directorate as an engineering school to train technical observers in irrigation, construction, and railways.
1923
The Irrigation Training College was expanded and renamed Engineering School, affiliated with the Ministry of Communications and Construction.
1942
The Iraqi College of Engineering was officially established with a four-year study program leading to a diploma in civil engineering.
1958
The College of Engineering joined Baghdad University, and bachelor’s degrees were granted to graduates instead of diplomas.
1959
Departments of Architectural Engineering, Petroleum and Mining Engineering, and Chemical Engineering were introduced.
1962
Master’s degree studies began in Civil Engineering, marking an important step in postgraduate engineering education.
1975
The Department of Survey Engineering was established as part of the college’s academic expansion.
1980
The Engineering Consultancy Office was established, becoming one of the oldest advisory offices in Iraq and the Arab world.
1982
The Continuing Education Unit was established to provide updated technical training for engineers working in state institutions.
1987/1988
The Department of Computer Engineering began offering studies, expanding the college’s role in modern engineering fields.
1997
Information, Biomedical, and Mechatronics Engineering Departments were introduced and later attached to Al-Khwarizmi College of Engineering.
2000-2010
Several administrative and technical units were established, including Library, Internet Unit, Cisco Unit, and Quality Assurance Unit.
Vision, Mission, and Goals
College Vision
To be a leader in providing high-quality education with international standards, competing locally and globally in various engineering fields, and preparing qualified individuals to contribute to building a knowledge-based society.
College Mission
The College of Engineering strives to provide high levels of education and applied scientific research in various engineering fields, preparing exceptional engineering cadres capable of teamwork, innovation, and contributing to society.
College Goals
To prepare skilled and ethical engineering professionals, improve educational and research systems, enhance institutional capacity, support community participation, and meet academic accreditation requirements.
Administrative Structure
The office of the Assistant Dean for Administrative and Financial Affairs handles the college’s administrative and financial matters and supervises several important sections and units.
These include the Secretary Office of the Assistant Dean, Financial Accounts Section, Planning, Studies and Follow-up Section, Human Resources Management Section, Maintenance and Services Section, Security and Coordination Unit, and Public Relations and Media Unit.