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Md Zihan Babu, B.Sc. in Eng.

Lecturer, Department of Mechanical Engineering, DUET, Gazipur

Md. Zihan Babu is currently serving as a Lecturer in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Dhaka University of Engineering & Technology (DUET), Gazipur, Bangladesh, since November 2, 2025. Prior to joining DUET, he worked as an Assistant Engineer (Boiler Operation) at the Payra 1320 MW Thermal Power Plant, Bangladesh-China Power Company Limited. He is presently pursuing his M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering (Thermofluid & Energy) at DUET, a program he began in 2024. He completed his B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering from DUET in 2024, graduating first class first. His research interests include Aerodynamics, Biomedical Engineering, Solar Energy, Wave Energy, and HVAC systems.He is dedicated to advancing the field of mechanical engineering through innovative research and collaboration, with a strong focus on developing sustainable solutions to modern energy challenges. In addition to his academic and research pursuits, he is passionate about mentoring students and actively supports them in their undergraduate engineering projects. As a lecturer, he has taught several courses, including Engineering Mechanics, Mechanics of Solids, Engineering Drawing, and Refrigeration & Air Conditioning.

Mobile: +8801707972011
Email: zihanbabu@duet.ac.bd
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Field of interest: Aerodynamics, Biomedical Engineering, Solar Energy, Wave Energy, and HVAC systems.
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Degrees Obtained (Starting from Recent Degrees):
# Degree Institute Year Discipline & Field
1 B.Sc. in Eng. Dhaka University of Engineering & Technology, Gazipur 2024 Mechanical Engineering
2 Diploma in Eng. Rajshahi Polytechnic Institute, Rajshahi 2019 Mechanical Technology
3 SSC Dhamoirhat Shofia Pilot High School, Dhamoirhat, Naogaon 2015 Science
4 PSC Biharinagor Government Primary School, Dhamoirhat, Naogaon 2009 General
Employment Record (Starting from Present Position):
# Designation Institute Duration
1 Lecturer Dhaka University of Engineering & Technology, Gazipur 2025-11-02 : Continue
2 Assistant Engineer (Boiler Operation) Payra 1320 MW Thermal Power Plant, BCPCL 2025-02-23 : 2025-11-01
Honors and Awards:
# Title Event Year
1 Prime Minister Gold Medal (Nominated) For securing the highest CGPA in the B.Sc. Engineering program in the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering at DUET, Gazipur. 2024
2 University Gold Medal (Nominated) For securing the highest CGPA in the B.Sc. Engineering program in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at DUET, Gazipur. 2024
3 University Grant Commission (UGC) Merit Scholarship For securing the highest CGPA in the B.Sc. Engineering program in the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering at DUET, Gazipur. 2024
4 Dean's Award For securing honor grades in consecutive semesters within an academic year in the B.Sc. Engineering program. 2024
5 Dean's Award For securing honor grades in consecutive semesters within an academic year in the B.Sc. Engineering program. 2023
6 Dean's Award For securing honor grades in consecutive semesters within an academic year in the B.Sc. Engineering program. 2021
7 University Merit Scholarship Awarded in recognition of outstanding academic performance in each semester of the B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering at DUET, Gazipur. 2024
8 Technical Merit Scholarship Awarded in recognition of outstanding academic performance in each semester of the Diploma in Engineering Program, BTEB. 2019
9 Mechanics Olympiad (1st Place) Inter University Engineering Mega Olympiad 2022
List of Conferences, Short-term Course etc. Organized or Participated):
# Event Organizer Role Year
1 Induction Training on Company Policies, Financial Activities, and Professional Ethics Bangladesh China Power Company Limited Participant 2025
2 Induction Training: Overview of Coal-Based Power Plant Operation and Maintenance Payra 1320 MW Thermal Power Plant, Kalapara, Patuakhali, Bangladesh. Participant 2025
3 Introduction to Payra 1320 MW Thermal Power Plant Payra 1320 MW Thermal Power Plant, Kalapara, Patuakhali, Bangladesh. Participant 2025
4 Company Governance & Compliance Bangladesh China Power Company Limited Participant 2025
5 Office Etiquettes & Manner Bangladesh China Power Company Limited Participant 2025
6 Performance Management System (Goal Setting & KPIs) and Annual Performance Agreement Bangladesh China Power Company Limited Participant 2025
7 Public Procurement Management (PPR, PPA) Bangladesh China Power Company Limited Participant 2025
8 Employee Service Rules Bangladesh China Power Company Limited Participant 2025
9 Fire Safety Training Payra 1320 MW Thermal Power Plant, Kalapara, Patuakhali, Bangladesh. Participant 2025
10 Coal Supply & Transportation Agreements Payra 1320 MW Thermal Power Plant, Kalapara, Patuakhali, Bangladesh. Participant 2025
11 Effective Meeting Management Bangladesh China Power Company Limited Participant 2025
12 Ultra Super Critical Plant synopsis Payra 1320 MW Thermal Power Plant, Kalapara, Patuakhali, Bangladesh. Participant 2025
13 Bearing types and failure causes Payra 1320 MW Thermal Power Plant, Kalapara, Patuakhali, Bangladesh. Participant 2025
14 Four months of training in FGD and ESP operation. Payra 1320 MW Thermal Power Plant, Kalapara, Patuakhali, Bangladesh Participant 2025
15 Seal types and failure causes Payra 1320 MW Thermal Power Plant, Kalapara, Patuakhali, Bangladesh. Participant 2025
16 Lubricating/EH oil systems Payra 1320 MW Thermal Power Plant, Kalapara, Patuakhali, Bangladesh. Participant 2025
17 Plant performance parameters Payra 1320 MW Thermal Power Plant, Kalapara, Patuakhali, Bangladesh. Participant 2025
18 Power Evacuation System Payra 1320 MW Thermal Power Plant, Kalapara, Patuakhali, Bangladesh. Participant 2025
19 Energy Efficiency and Conservation Payra 1320 MW Thermal Power Plant, Kalapara, Patuakhali, Bangladesh. Participant 2025
20 Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) Payra 1320 MW Thermal Power Plant, Kalapara, Patuakhali, Bangladesh. Participant 2025
21 Turbine & its Auxiliaries Payra 1320 MW Thermal Power Plant, Kalapara, Patuakhali, Bangladesh. Participant 2025
22 FGD system and Low NOx burner Payra 1320 MW Thermal Power Plant, Kalapara, Patuakhali, Bangladesh. Participant 2025
23 Tariff and Power Plant Economics  Payra 1320 MW Thermal Power Plant, Kalapara, Patuakhali, Bangladesh. Participant 2025
24 Operation of soot blowing system Payra 1320 MW Thermal Power Plant, Kalapara, Patuakhali, Bangladesh. Participant 2025
25 Occupational Health & Safety Payra 1320 MW Thermal Power Plant, Kalapara, Patuakhali, Bangladesh. Participant 2025
26 Structure and working principles of Payra 660MW boiler Payra 1320 MW Thermal Power Plant, Kalapara, Patuakhali, Bangladesh. Participant 2025
27 Coal Mill Operation Payra 1320 MW Thermal Power Plant, Kalapara, Patuakhali, Bangladesh. Participant 2025
28 Overview of Water Treatment system and Water Balance Diagram of Payra 1320 MW TPP Payra 1320 MW Thermal Power Plant, Kalapara, Patuakhali, Bangladesh. Participant 2025
29 Training on Heat Balance Diagram of Payra 1320 MW Thermal Power Plant Payra 1320 MW Thermal Power Plant, Kalapara, Patuakhali, Bangladesh Participant 2025
30 APH Structure, Functionality, Operation procedures & Failures. Payra 1320 MW Thermal Power Plant, Kalapara, Patuakhali, Bangladesh. Participant 2025
31 CW, OCCW, CCCW system & its startup procedure. Payra 1320 MW Thermal Power Plant, Kalapara, Patuakhali, Bangladesh. Participant 2025
32 Seminar on the Implementation of OBE in a Programme Toward Achieving Accreditation Institutional Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC), DUET,Gazipur Participant 2025
33 Seminar on "The future of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Academia: Disruptions, Dilemmas and New Dimensions" Institutional Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC), DUET Participant 2025
Course Conducted:
# Programme Course No Course Title Year
1 B.Sc. ME-3521 Mechanical Equipments 2025
2 B.Sc. ME-3801 Strength of Materials 2025
3 B.Sc. ME-2803 Engineering Mechanics 2025
4 B.Sc. ME-1004 Engineering Drawing-II 2025
5 B.Sc. ME-1804 Engineering Drawing-II 2025