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Dr. Muhammad Afzal

Associate Professor, HOD, Faculty of Computer Science and Information Technology
PhD. (CS), UET, Lahore (2012)
M.Sc (CS) ,UET (1998)
BSc (CS), UET, Lahore (1985)

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Introduction
Research & Publications

Dr. Muhammad Afzal

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR, HOD, Faculty of Computer Science and Information Technology

Currently, an Associate Professor of Qarshi University, Dr. Muhammad Afzal has 36+ years of academic and industrial experience. Although Dr. Muhammad Afzal received his degrees of Bachelor of Engineering, Masters in Computer Science and PhD. in Computer Science from the University of Engineering and Technology, Lahore, he also completed 3 semesters of MS Computer Science in Boston University, Boston, Massachusetts, USA, on the merit scholarship of Ministry of Science & Technology, Pakistan, 1988-1989.  As Associate Professor, Dr. Afzal served in the Computer Science Department of the University of Engineering and Technology, Lahore from 1999 up till 2020. During his tenure with UET Dr. Afzal has been teaching a number of subjects including modular, programming, object-oriented programming, data structures & algorithms, artificial intelligence, expert systems, visual programming, cognitive sciences, algorithm analysis & design, parallel & distributed computation, and operating systems both at bachelor and postgraduate levels. Final year project (FYP) teams of Computer Science Department, UET, supervised by him have won valuable prizes at national and domestic levels.

His research areas of interest include Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Knowledge Management, Machine Learning, Ontology, Intelligent Agents, Deep Learning, Data Flow Architecture, and Distributed Systems, Bioinformatics.

Dr. Muhammad Afzal had three Ph.D. students under his supervision. Before he retired from UET, he produced one Ph.D. through two impact factor journal papers in ISI Thomson Reuter. He has been convener of departmental disciplinary committee, curriculum development committee, and member of other departmental committees to adapt ABET and Washington Accord in the academics of the departmental pursuits in educational processes following outcome-based education (OBE) even for acquiring accreditation from NCEAC.

Education
BSc Engineering University of Engineering and Technology, Lahore University of Engineering and Technology, Lahore, 1985
MSc Computer Science University of Engineering and Technology, Lahore University of Engineering and Technology, Lahore, 1998
PhD Computer Science University of Engineering and Technology, Lahore University of Engineering and Technology, Lahore, 2012
Experience
Designation/Institution From To
Associate Professor & Chairperson, Department of Computer Sciences, Qarshi University, Lahore JAN 2015 Present
Visiting Professor, Gambia University, Banjul, Gambia MAY 2022 JUN 2020
Lecturer to Associate Professor, Department of Computer Sciences, UET, Lahore JAN 1999 SEP 2020
Visiting Teacher, BNU, Pak-AIMS, NCBA&E, Informatics, Imperial College (Beaconhouse) JAN 1999 SEP 2020
Industrial Experience: Research, Development & Control, Troubleshooting, Equipment Design and Development, Process Design & Development, Material & Energy Balance, Sales Systems, Billing Systems, Mathematical Graph Tools, etc. JUL 1985 SEP 1998

Research & Publications

Research Papers/ Conferences
[1] Muhammad Adnan, Muhammad Afzal Qarshi University, “Ontology Modelling for Semantics and Knowledge Management of Extreme Programming Practice”, Submitted Paper.
[2] Adnan Muhammad, Sher Afghan, Afzal Muhammad, Qarshi University, “Intelligent Mobile User Profiling for Maximum Performance”, Journal of Applied Computer Systems, Volume 28, Issue 1, June 2023, Pages 148-155. IF= 1.000 (ISI).
[3] Muhammad Adnan and Muhammad Afzal, Khadim H. Asif, “Ontology-oriented Software Effort Estimation System for E-commerce Applications based on Extreme Programming and Scrum Methodologies”, The Computer Journal, Volume 62, Issue 11, November 2019, Pages 1605–1624. IF= 1.762 (ISI).
[4] Muhammad Adnan and Muhammad Afzal, “Ontology Based Multiagent Effort Estimation System for Scrum Agile Method”, IEEE Access, 5(1), pp. 25993-26005, 2017. DOI:1109/ACCESS.2017.2771257. Impact Factor: 3.557 (ISI).
[5] Afzal, T. Ahmad, M.F. Hayat, K.H. Asif, H.M. Shahzad, “Comparison of Sub-Model Curtailing Techniques to Accelerate Vector Quantization based Speaker Identification”, JQTM, XI(I), pp. 97-106, 2015 (HEC-X category).
[6] Ahmed, Y. Saleem, H.A. Habib, S.M. Afzal and S.K. Khurshid, “A Novel Image Encryption Scheme Based on Orthogonal Vectors”, The Nucleus, 52(2), pp. 71-78, 2015 (HEC-X category).
[7] Ahmed and M. Afzal, “A Cognitive Model for Emotion Based Man-Machine Social Interaction”, Pakistan Journal of Science, 67(2), pp. 217-221, 2015 (HEC-Y category).
[8] Afzal, T. Ahmad, M.F. Hayat, H.M.S. Asif and K.H. Asif, “Combining Features At Vector Level for Higher Speed And Accuracy Of Speaker Identification”, Pakistan Journal of Science, 67(1), pp. 59-63, 2015 (HEC-Y category).
[9] Muhammad Faisal Hayat, Tomasz Holenski, Muhammad Afzal, “Performance Study Of OBS Combined Node Via Mixed Loss Delay Queueing System”, Mehran Univ. Research Journal of Engg & Tech, 33(1), pp. 27-58, 2014 (HEC-X category).
[10] Afzal, T. Ahmad, M.F. Hayat, H.M.S. Asif and K.H. Asif, “Efficient VQ-Based Speaker Identification Through Elimination Of Anomalous Vectors During MFCC Feature Extraction”, Pakistan Journal of Science, 66(1), pp. 36-38, 2014 (HEC-Y category).
[11] Saleem, A. Ahmad, O.B. Naeem, M.F. Hayat, S.M. Afzaal, M. Amjad* and M. Saleem, “Windows Interface for Disabled Person”, Pakistan Journal of Science, 66(1), pp. 29-35, 2014 (HEC-Y category).
[12] Saleem, S. Hussain, M.F. Hayat, M. Afzal, H.M.S. Asif, J.H. Butt*, M. Saleem, “Cost Effective Charge Controller For Wind Based Power Generation”, Pakistan Journal of Science, 66(2), pp. 102-105, 2014 (HEC-Y category).
[13] Ahmad, M.F. Hayat, M. Afzal and H.M.S. Asif, “Design Quality Metrics For Remote Sensing Applications”, Pakistan Journal of Science, 66(2), pp. 106-109, 2014 (HEC-Y category).
[14] Muhammad Mansoor, Faisal Hayat, Muhammad Ali, M. Afzal, Shahzad Asif, Nida Jafri, “To Innovate Wireless Security Protocols’ Improvement: Inventive Principles, Guidelines And Potential Recommendations”, JFET, 21(1), pp. 69-75, 2014 (HEC-Y category).
[15] Muhammad Usman Ghani Khan, Hafiz Muhammad Shahzad Asif, Khadim H Asif, Tauqir Ahmad, Muhammad Afzal, “Visual Speaker Identification Using Lip and Body Movements”, JFET, 21(1), pp. 22-30, 2014 (HEC-Y category).
[16] Junaid Arshad, Arjumand Iqbal, Amjad Farooq, M. Usman Ghani Khan, M. Afzal, Amna Wajid, Abdul Nasir, “A Study Of Internet Threats, Avoidance And Biometric Security Techniques – Comparison Of Biometric Techniques”, JFET, 21(2), pp. 135-146, 2014 (HEC-Y category).
[17] Ahmad, M.F. Hayat, M. Afzal, H.M.S. Asif and K.H. Asif, “A Framework For Developing Remote Sensing Applications”, Pakistan Journal of Science, 66(3), pp. 204-208, 2014 (HEC-Y category).
[18] F. Hayat, H.M. Shahzad, M. Afzal, T. Ahmad, K.H. Asif, M. Mansoor, “Tele-Traffic Analysis Of All-Optical Packet/ Burst Switched Nodes”, JQTM, X(I), pp. 105-121, 2014 (HEC-X category).
[19] Syed Ahsan, Faisal Hayat, Muhammad Afzal, Tauqir Ahmad, Khadim H. Asif, H.M. Shahzad Asif, Yasir Saleem, “Object Oriented Metrics for Prototype based Languages”, Life Sci J, 9(4), pp. 63-66, 2012. IF: 0.165 (HEC).
[20] Farrukh Zeeshan Khan, Faisal Hayat, Muhammad Afzal, Syed Ahsan, “Analysis of an Edge-Core Joint Node on OBS Networks”, Life Sci J, 9(4), pp. 67-73, 2012. IF: 0.165 (HEC).
[21] Muhammad Faisal Hayat, Tauqir Ahmad, Muhammad Afzal, Khadim Asif, H.M. Shahzad Asif, Yasir Saleem, “Modelling Scheduling System with Exhaustive Priority Service”, Life Sci J, 9(4), pp. 74-80, 2012. IF: 0.165 (HEC).
[22] Tauqir Ahmad, Muhammad Afzal, Faisal Hayat, H.M. Shehzad Asif, Syed Ahsan, Yasir Saleem, “Need for Software Design Methodology for Remote Sensing Applications”, Life Sci J, 9(3), pp. 2152-2156, 2012. IF: 0.165 (HEC).
[23] Muhammad Afzal, Syed Ahsan, Tauqir Ahmad, Faisal Hayat, Shahzad H. Asif, Khadim Asif, Talab Hussain, “Rotation and Size Tolerant Feature Set for Static Off-line Signature Identification Technique”, Life Sci J, 9(3), pp. 2147-2151, 2012. IF: 0.165 (HEC).
[24] Muhammad Afzal, Mohammad A. Maud, Ali Hammad Akbar, “Toggling And Circular Partial Distortion Elimination Algorithms To Speedup Speaker Identification Based On Vector Quantization”, PJEAS, 11(2), pp. 1-13, 2012 (HEC-X category).
[25] Muhammad Afzal, Shaiq A. Haq, “Accelerating Vector Quantization Based Speaker Identification”, Journal of American Science, 6(11), pp. 1046-1050, 2010 (ISI Master List).
International Proceedings
[1] Muhammad Adnan, Muhammad Afzal, and Muhammad Aslam, “Minimizing Big Data Problems using Cloud Computing Based on Hadoop Architecture”, 11th IEEE International Conference HONET-PfE, Charlotte, North Carolina, USA, pp. 99-103, 2014.
[2] Muhammad Adnan, Muhammad Afzal, “A Novel Approach to Super Quality Software Development using Workflows”, Ubiquitous Computing, Electronics & Mobile Communication Conference (UEMCON), IEEE Annual, New York, USA, 2016, DOI: 1109/UEMCON.2016.7777855.
Achievements / Certificates
[1] Convener of the Curriculum Committee and Disciplinary Committee of the Department.
[2] Member of the Pakistan Engineering Council.
[3] Member of the Pakistan Engineering Congress.
[4] License Plate Reader (LPR), Won 3rd Best Software Prize in ITEC4, Software Competition, 2004.
[5] Forensic Expert System (FOX), Won overall best software prize in ITEC6, Software Competition, 2006.
[6] Handwritten English Character Recognition System (System IntelliFlow, ICR, OCR), 3rd Best Software Prize in NESCON’07 held at FAST University, Islamabad.
[7] Audio and Video Human Character Synthesis System (VEELOX), 1st prize in Best Business Idea Competition, KalSoft, PinnaKal, Karachi, held on 9th November 2008.
[8] Audio and Video Human Character Synthesis System (VEELOX), 1st position in Software Competition category in TECHELITE 2008 held at NED University of Engineering and Technology on 3rd May 2008.
[9] Audio and Video Human Character Synthesis System (VEELOX), 1st position in Project Competition category in VISIO SPARK 2008 held at COMSATS Wah Cantt on 7th April 2008.
[10] Audio and Video Human Character Synthesis System (VEELOX), 3rd position in Utilities and Entertainment category in COMPPEC 2008 held at EME College Islamabad on 26th April 2008.
[11] Audio and Video Human Character Synthesis System (VEELOX), 3rd position in Software Project Category in NASCON 2008 held at FAST-NU Islamabad on 5th April 2008.
[12] Islamic Semantic Web Search Engine, 1st position in ITEC’18, Final Year Project Competition held in the Computer Science & Engineering Department, UET, Lahore on May 11.
[13] Organized 3 ITEC events in the UET CS department.
[14] Guest of Honour in ITEC 2023 this year.
[15] Teaching and supervising PhD, MS, and BS level research & coursework in an OBE-based education system.
[16] Supervised 2 PhD students; 1 completed PhD in 3.5 years.
[17] Supervised 30+ MS research theses.
[18] Supervised more than 50+ BS final year projects.