INSTRUCTOR PROFILE.

Prof. Othman is a Professor and senior electrical power systems specialist with over 20 years of experience in electrical, power, and energy engineering. He holds a PhD from Aalto University (Finland) and completed postdoctoral research at OntechU (Canada). Prof. Othman is a licensed Professional Engineer in Ontario and a member of IEEE, with additional professional engineering registrations in Alberta and Yukon.

His expertise spans electrical and power system operations, system reliability, protection and control, and advanced power system studies, including load flow, short-circuit analysis, relay coordination, transient analysis, arc-flash studies, harmonics, and protection schemes. He has extensive experience in distribution system operation and planning, smart grid technologies, renewable energy integration, and the design of AC and DC power distribution systems.

Prof. Othman has held academic and industry leadership roles, including serving as a Professor at Zagazig University and holding senior technical roles in consulting, R&D, and engineering team leadership. He has delivered professional development and technical training programs internationally for universities and industry organizations, supporting engineers and professionals in advancing practical, real-world power systems knowledge.