Hasan Abdel Rahim A. Zidan
  • Hasan Abdel Rahim A. Zidan

  • Associate Professor
  • Ext: 6749

Dr. Hasan Abdel Rahim A. Zidan holds a Ph.D. in Control Engineering from Japan (2001). He began his academic career at AAU in Jordan, where he served as the Head of the Computer Engineering Department until 2005. Since joining Ajman University, Dr. Zidan has been an integral faculty member, contributing to various committees at the department, college, and university levels. His roles have included Student Advisory Coordinator, Curriculum Committee Member, Chair of the Curriculum and Study Plan Sub-Committees, and active participation in strategic initiatives such as the College Effectiveness Committee and the AU Interactive Online Study Plans Committee. Dr. Zidan has also served as a jury member and assessor for student research and scientific competitions both locally and internationally, helping to elevate Ajman University's presence on the global stage. His leadership extends to key roles such as Chair of the Procurement Committee, Investigation Committee, and Energy Optimization Subcommittee, underscoring his commitment to academic excellence and institutional development.

Education
  • PhD, Kyushu Institute of Technology (KIT), Japan, 2001.
  • Master's degree, Kyushu Institute of Technology (KIT), Japan, 1998.
  • Bachelor's degree, Arab Academy for Science and Technology, Egypt, 1991.
Experience
  • Associate Professor, Electrical and Computer Engineering Department, Ajman University, UAE, September 2020 - Present.
  • Assistant Professor, Electrical and Computer Engineering Department (ECE), Ajman University, UAE, since September 2005.
  • Assistant Professor (Head of the Computer Engineering Department), Computer Engineering Department, Ahliyya Amman University (AAU), Jordan, September 2002 – August 2005.
  • Assistant Professor, Electrical and Computer Engineering Department, Applied Science University (ASU), Jordan, September 2001- August 2002.
  • Projects Engineering Manager, JERZEEM Electromechanique, Palestine, May 1993 – September 1995.
  • Electrical Engineer (Control Engineer), PETRA Engineering Industry [PETRA HITACHI], Jordan, October 1991 – March 1993.
Teaching Area
  • Control Systems, Advanced Control Systems, Industrial Control, Artificial Intelligence Systems, Electrical/Electronic Instrumentation and Measurements, Power Electronics, Logic Circuit Design, Electric Circuit Principles, Basic Electronics, Process Control, Selected Topics in Control, Directed Studies in Control, Neural Networks, and Fuzzy Logic.
Research
  • Motion and vibration control, as well as speed and position control of AC machines, utilizing various control methods such as PID controllers, VSS controllers, adaptive controllers, and observers. The application of genetic algorithms, fuzzy logic controllers, and neural networks is also a primary area of interest.
  • Renewable energy, power/voltage balancing, and Modular Multilevel Converters (MMC). Applications of MMC in machine drives.
Publications
Conference Presentation
  • SB Bashir, HA Zidan, ZA Memon, "A Modified CPS-PWM for Capacitor Voltage Ripple Reduction in Modular Multilevel Converter-Based Variable Speed Drives," Proceedings of the 2020 IEEE 29th International Symposium on Industrial Electronics (ISIE), pp. 601-605, 17-19 June 2020, Netherlands.
  • Hasan Zidan, "An Improved Voltage Ripple Control Algorithm for Modular Multilevel Converter-Based Variable Speed Drives," Proceedings of the IEEE-PEMC 2018 18th International Conference on Power Electronics and Motion Control, Budapest, Hungary.
  • Hasan Zidan, "Technology-Based E-Management System," Proceedings of the Jordan International Energy Conference, Amman, Jordan, 20-22 September 2011.
Memberships, Awards and Honors
  • Member of the Jordan Engineering Community.
  • Technical Reviewer for the Jordan Journal of Applied Science.
  • Member of the Judging Committee for IBDAAT SHABAB, organized by Sharjah TV.
  • Member of the Judging Committee for the IEEE Senior Design Projects Competition.