Wahid Omar (vice-chancellor)
Prof. Datuk Ir. Dr. Wahid bin Omar (Jawi: واحد بن عمر; born 27 May 1962) is a Malaysian lecturer in structural engineering who served as the 6th Vice-Chancellor of University of Technology Malaysia from 2013 until 2020.[1]
Wahid Omar | |
|---|---|
| واحد عمر | |
| Vice-Chancellor of the University of Technology Malaysia | |
| In office 1 September 2013 – 31 August 2020 | |
| Chancellor | Raja Zarith Sofiah |
| Preceded by | Zaini Ujang |
| Succeeded by | Ahmad Fauzi Ismail |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Wahid bin Omar 27 May 1962 Taiping, Perak, Malaysia |
| Alma mater | University of Technology Malaysia (DipEng) University of Strathclyde (BSc) University of Surrey (MSc) University of Birmingham (PhD) |
| Occupation | Lecturer |
Early life and education
He obtained his Diploma in Engineering (DipEng) (Civil Engineering) from University of Technology Malaysia in 1983, Bachelor of Science (BSc) (Civil Engineering) from the University of Strathclyde, Master of Science (MSc) (Bridge Engineering) from the University of Surrey and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) (Structural Engineering) from the University of Birmingham.
Career
Prior to his current appointment, he was the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Development) (2011-2013) and Director, Office of Asset and Development (2008-2011) who was instrumental in managing major development projects of the university. He is a Registered Professional Engineer with the Board of Engineers Malaysia and holds membership in various professional bodies such as the Asian Concrete Forum, the American Concrete Institute (KL Chapter) and . His expertise includes structural assessment, reinforced and pre-stressed concrete, with his latest research endeavour being an investigation on innovative techniques in improving the ductility of high strength concrete. His biggest interest lies in project management and sustainability, and is strongly committed to his vision in transforming UTM into a sustainable campus.
Honours
Honours of Malaysia
Malaysia:
Commander of the Order of Meritorious Service (PJN) – Datuk (2014)[2]
Pahang:
Knight Companion of the Esteemed Order of the Crown of Pahang (DIMP) – Dato' (1996)[2]
Grand Knight of the Order of Sultan Ahmad Shah of Pahang (SSAP) – Dato' Sri (2006)[2]
References
- "VC UTM". 15 February 2014. Retrieved 18 April 2014.
- "SEMAKAN PENERIMA DARJAH KEBESARAN, BINTANG DAN PINGAT". Prime Minister's Department (Malaysia). Archived from the original on 29 September 2018. Retrieved 25 October 2018.