Md. Rafidul Islam, M.Sc. in Eng.
Assistant Professor, Department of Electrical & Electronic Engineering, DUET, Gazipur
Md. Rafidul Islam is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering at Dhaka University of Engineering & Technology (DUET), Gazipur. He earned his B.Sc. and M.Sc. degrees in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from BUET in 2017 and 2021, respectively. His teaching and research interests include Renewable Energy Integration: Challenges and Solutions, Machine Learning, Phasor Measurement Unit (PMU) algorithms, Smart and Micro-grids, and Power System Signal Processing. He has been actively involved in teaching undergraduate courses since joining DUET in 2018. He is professionally affiliated with the Institution of Engineers, Bangladesh (IEB), the Sustainable and Renewable Energy Development Authority (SREDA), and the Electricity Licensing Board, contributing to national initiatives in engineering education, renewable energy development, and electrical safety regulation.
| Mobile: | +8801741 303483 |
| Email: | rafidul.eee@duet.ac.bd |
| Office: | 49274034-53 Extn: 3099 |
| Address: | Residential Area, DUET, Gazipur, 1707, Gazipur |
| Field of interest: | Machine Learning | Digital Signal Processing | Optimization of Power System Operation | Smart and Micro-grids | Algorithm Development for Phasor Measurement Units (PMUs) | Renewable Energy Integration: Challenges and Solutions |
| Field of specialization: | Power System Signal Processing |
Degrees Obtained (Starting from Recent Degrees):
| # | Degree | Institute | Year | Discipline & Field |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | M.Sc. in Eng. | Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology | 2021 | Electrical and Electronic Engineering |
| 2 | B.Sc. in Eng. | Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology | 2017 | Electrical and Electronic Engineering |
| 3 | HSC | Notre Dame College | 2011 | Science |
| 4 | SSC | Khalishpur M. L. High School | 2009 | Science |
Employment Record (Starting from Present Position):
| # | Designation | Institute | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lecturer | Dhaka University of Engineering & Technology, Gazipur | 2018-10-14 : 2022-01-24 |
| 2 | Assistant professor | Dhaka University of Engineering & Technology, Gazipur | 2022-01-25 : Continue |
Other Related Experience (Indutry, Institution, etc.):
| # | Designation | Institute | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lecturer (Part-Time) | Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology | 2018-03-31 : 2018-09-30 |
| 2 | Lecturer (Part-Time) | Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology | 2017-03-04 : 2017-08-24 |
Publications (Journal):
| # | Year | Title | Authors | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2026 | Delayed Signal Cancellation-Based Approach for Single-Phase P-Class PMU Algorithm | Md. Rafidul Islam, Md. Shamim Reza, Md. Maruf Hossain | IET Science, Measurement & Technology |
Publications (Conference):
| # | Year | Title | Authors | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2017 | Non-intrusive Objective Evaluation of Speech Quality in Noisy Condition | Md. Rafidul Islam, Md. Ashequr Rahman, Md. Numan Hasan, A. N. M. Shahriyar Hossain, Ahmed Nazim Uddin, Mohammad Ariful Haque | 2016 9th International Conference on Electrical and Computer Engineering (ICECE) |
Fellowship / Membership of Scientific and Professional Societies:
| # | Type | Organization | Membership Code |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Member | The Institution of Engineers, Bangladesh (IEB) | M/44875 |
| 2 | Member | Sustainable and Renewable Energy Development Authority (SREDA), Power Division; Ministry of Power, Energy and Mineral Resources | E.A (EEE)-0500007-027 |
| 3 | Member | Office of the Chief Electric Inspector (Electricity Licensing Board) | S20250015885 |
Honors and Awards:
| # | Title | Event | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Research Excellence Awards 2022 (Junior Category) | FORUM 86 (An Alumni Association of Ex-BUET Students of the 1986-87 Session) Research Excellence Awards Ceremony 2023 | 2023 |
Guided Ph. D./ M.Sc. / M.Engg. Students:
| # | Programme | Awarded Students | Running Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | B.Sc. | 12 | 4 |
| Student Details: Md. Yeahia Shahed (162118) Abu Tofael (162106) Monjur Ahmmed (152105) Md. Mehedi Hasan (162067) Md. Yeasin Arafat (172076) Bijan Biswas (172103) Md. Riju Mia (192025) Sree Kajol Chandra (192027) Md. Soyaibur Rahman (192028) Md. Lutfar Rahman (202054) Md. Shaharul Islam (202057) Md. Golam Rabby (202058) | |||
List of Conferences, Short-term Course etc. Organized or Participated):
| # | Event | Organizer | Role | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Professional Training on Solar PV Technology, Project Development, and Energy Modelling | Bangladesh Power Management Institute (BPMI) and GIZ | Trainee | 2026 |
| 2 | Discussion Meeting on Natural Gas User Industrial Institutions’ Energy Audit and Energy Efficiency Development | Energy Efficiency & Conservation Wing-2, Power Division, Ministry of Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Power Division, Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh | Certified Energy Auditor | 2025 |
| 3 | Roadmap Validation Workshop on Workforce Development in Energy Efficiency & Grid-connected Renewable Energy (Bangladesh, up to 2040) | SREDA and GIZ | Participant | 2025 |
| 4 | Workshop on Energy Efficiency Trade Selection and Stakeholder Consultation for Energy Auditor/Manager Module Development | National Skills Development Authority (NSDA), SREDA and Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH | Certified Energy Auditor | 2025 |
| 5 | 3rd International Conference on Advancement in Electrical and Electronic Engineering (ICAEEE 2024) | Department of EEE, DUET, Gazipur | Organizing Team Member | 2024 |
| 6 | Advanced Hands-on Training on Energy Audit and Energy Auditing for Benchmark Development of Fertilizer Industries | Sustainable and Renewable Energy Development Authority (SREDA) and GIZ (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit) | Certified Energy Auditor | 2024 |
| 7 | Preparatory Training for Energy Auditor Certification Examination | Sustainable and Renewable Energy Development Authority (SREDA) | Trainee | 2023 |
| 8 | 2nd International Conference on Advancement in Electrical and Electronic Engineering (ICAEEE 2022) | Department of EEE, DUET, Gazipur | Organizing Team Member | 2022 |
| 9 | 1st International Conference on Advancement in Electrical and Electronic Engineering (ICAEEE 2018) | Department of EEE, DUET, Gazipur | Organizing Team Member | 2018 |
| 10 | 2016 9th International Conference on Electrical and Computer Engineering (ICECE) | Department of EEE, BUET | Participant | 2016 |
Course Conducted:
| # | Programme | Course No | Course Title | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | B.Sc. | EEE-2813 | Electronic Devices & Circuits | 2018-19 |
| 2 | B.Sc. | EEE-3701 | Measurement & Instrumentation | 2018-19, 2022 |
| 3 | B.Sc. | EEE-2302 | Electrical Machines-I Sessional | 2018-19 |
| 4 | B.Sc. | EEE-4202 | Telecommunication-I Sessional | 2018-19 |
| 5 | B.Sc. | EEE-3503 | Electronics-III | 2019 |
| 6 | B.Sc. | EEE-3711 | Introduction to Electrical & Electronic Engineering | 2019 |
| 7 | B.Sc. | EEE-3504 | Electronics-III Sessional | 2019 |
| 8 | B.Sc. | EEE-3712 | Introduction to Electrical & Electronic Engineering (Sessional) | 2019 |
| 9 | B.Sc. | EEE-2901 | Transmission and Distribution of Electrical Power | 2019-20 |
| 10 | B.Sc. | EEE-3601 | Digital Electronics | 2019-20, 2021 |
| 11 | B.Sc. | EEE-3002 | Software Development | 2019-20 |
| 12 | B.Sc. | EEE-3101 | Electrical Circuits-II | 2020-21, 2021-22, 2022-23 |
| 13 | B.Sc. | EEE-4703 | Material Science | 2020-21, 2022-23 |
| 14 | B.Sc. | EEE-2824 | Electrical Drives & Instrumentation Sessional | 2020-21 |
| 15 | B.Sc. | EEE-2801 | Electrical & Electronic Engineering | 2021 |
| 16 | B.Sc. | EEE-2802 | Electrical & Electronic Engineering Sessional | 2021 |
| 17 | B.Sc. | EEE-3602 | Digital Electronics Sessional | 2021 |
| 18 | B.Sc. | EEE-1902 | Basic Electrical Engineering Sessional | 2021 |
| 19 | B.Sc. | EEE-4203 | Telecommunication-II | 2021-22 |
| 20 | B.Sc. | EEE-4204 | Telecommunication-II Sessional | 2021-22 |
| 21 | B.Sc. | EEE-3004 | Electrical & Electronic Design | 2021-22 |
| 22 | B.Sc. | EEE-4901 | Power System Analysis | 2022 |
| 23 | B.Sc. | EEE-4902 | Power System Analysis Sessional | 2022 |
| 24 | B.Sc. | EEE-3702 | Measurement & Instrumentation Sessional | 2022 |
| 25 | B.Sc. | EEE-1901 | Basic Electrical Engineering | 2022-23 |
| 26 | M.Sc. | EEE-6302 | Computer aided Power System Design | 2022-23, 2023-24 |
| 27 | M.Sc. | EEE-6404 | Digital Signal Processing | 2024-25 |
| 28 | B.Sc. | EEE 1106 | Circuit Simulation Sessional | 2022-23, 2023-24, 2025 |
| 29 | B.Sc. | EEE 4203 | Digital Signal Processing | 2024-25, 2025-26 |
| 30 | B.Sc. | EEE 4204 | Digital Signal Processing Sessional | 2024-25, 2025-26 |
| 31 | B.Sc. | EEE 3101 | Signals and Systems | 2023-24, 2024-25, 2025-26 |
| 32 | B.Sc. | EEE 3701 | Measurement and Instrumentation | 2023-24, 2025 |
| 33 | B.Sc. | EEE 3702 | Measurement and Instrumentation Sessional | 2023-24, 2025 |
| 34 | B.Sc. | EEE 1901 | Basic Electrical Engineering | 2023-24 |
| 35 | B.Sc. | EEE 1902 | Basic Electrical Engineering Sessional | 2023-24 |
| 36 | B.Sc. | EEE 2801 | Electrical and Electronic Engineering | 2023-24 |
| 37 | B.Sc. | EEE 2802 | Electrical and Electronic Engineering Sessional | 2023-24 |
| 38 | B.Sc. | EEE 2851 | Electrical and Electronic Engineering | 2023-24 |
| 39 | B.Sc. | EEE 2852 | Electrical and Electronic Engineering Sessional | 2023-24 |
| 40 | B.Sc. | EEE 3002 | Electrical Services Design | 2023-24 |