DAY THREE - WEDNESDAY, NOV. 14th, 2007
Time				Description	Location
7:00 - 11:30				REGISTRATION	Mezzanine
7:30				Breakfast (Sponsored by PROJACS)
08:00 - 08:40				Keynote Speaker VI:	Dana 2
				(Chair: Dr. Eesa Bastaki, UAE)
				"Trends in Future Wireless Communications"
				Dr. Ross Murch,
				Electronic and Computer Engineering, University of Science and Technology, Hong Kong
				Abstract - Bio - Presentation
08:40 - 08:50				COFFEE BREAK (Sponsored by PROJACS)	Exhibition
				PARALLEL TECHNICAL SESSIONS
08:50 - 10:10				Session 13
	COMMUNICATIONS & DSP
				(Chair: Saleh Zaid, Saudi Arabia)	Dana 1
				(Co-chair: Dr. Mohamed Deriche, Saudi Arabia)
				1. Paper title “A New Approach for Recognizing Saudi Arabian License Plates using Neural Networks”
				Authors: Mohamed Deriche and Muhammad Moinuddin
				Affiliation: King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals, Saudi Arabia, Dhahran
				Abstract - Paper
				2. Paper title “Using Spectral Coherence for the Detection and Monitoring of Spinal Cord Injury”
				Authors: Angelo All, Noreen Fatoo, Nabil Mirza, Rabi Ahmed and Nitish Thakor
				Affiliation: 1. Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, USA, 2. American University of Sharjah, Sharjah, UAE
				Abstract - Paper
				3. Paper title “Modified Quantized input Variable Step Size LMS, QX-VSS LMS Algorithm Applied to Signal Prediction”
				Authors: A.Amiri , M.Fathy, M.Amintoosi,H.Sadoghi
				Affiliation: 1 Faculty of Computer Engineering, Iran University of Science and Technology, Iran and 2 Faculty of Engineering, Tarbiat Moallem University of Sabzevar, Iran
				Abstract - Paper
				4. Paper title “Robust Kalman filter and smoother for errors-in-variables model with observation outliers based on Least-Trimmed-Squares”
				Authors: Jaafar ALMutawa
				Affiliation: Department of Mathematics and Statistics, King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals
				Abstract - Paper
08:50 - 10:10				Session 14
	INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS
				(Chair: Michael El Sayyed, Saudi Arabia)	Dana 2
				(Co-chair: Dr Keith R Dickerson, UK)
				1. Presentation Title: Process of Establishing IEEE Standards
				Dr. Yervant Zorian
				Vice President and Chief Scientist, Virage Logic, USA
				Abstract - Bio - Presentation
				2. Presentation Title: Benefits of WiMAX Standards (IEEE 802.16 – Broadband Wireless Metropolitan Area Networks)
				Turhan Muluk
				Wireless Standards and Regulations Manager, Intel, USA
				Abstract - Bio - Presentation
				3. Presentation Title: How Would Local Companies Influence International Standards?
				Panel Discussion Coordinated by: Michael Elsayed Panelists: Dr. Yervant Zorian Turhan Muluk Mr. Christian Sckerl Dr Keith R Dickerson
08:50 - 10:10				Session 15
	EDUCATION
				(Chair: Khalid Al Abdulkareem, Saudi Arabia)	Dana 3
				(Co-chair: Dr. Sabina Jeschke,  Germany)
				1. Paper title “Introducing Undergraduate Students to Simulation of Semiconductor Doping Techniques”
				Authors: M. Narayanan and H. Al-Nashash
				Affiliation: Department of Electrical Engineering, American University of Sharjah, UAE
				Abstract - Paper
				2. Paper title “A Software Tool to Facilitate Design, Assessment and Evaluation of Engineering Courses”
				Authors: Bahattin Karagözoğlu, Nedim Türkmen
				Affiliation: 1. Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, King Abdulaziz University 2. Department of Thermal and Desalination Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, King Abdulaziz University
				Abstract - Paper
				3. Paper title “In GCC Universities Which Electrical and Computer Engineering Curricula are Really Needed: Flexible or Specialized?”
				Authors: Muhammad Taher Abuelma’atti
				Affiliation: King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals, Dhahran, Saudi Arabia
				Abstract - Paper
				4. Paper title “Portrayal of a Signals and Systems Course for Biomedical Engineering Program at King Abdulaziz University”
				Authors: Bahattin Karagözoğlu
				Affiliation: Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
				Abstract - Paper
08:50 - 10:10				Session 16
	ELECTRIC POWER AND CONTROL
				(Chair: Dr. Shesha Jayaram, Canada)	Dana 5
				(Co-chair: Dr. Peter Magyar, Germany)
				1. Paper title “Design of Fuzzy-Swarm Load Frequency Controller for Interconnected Power System”
				Authors: Amer S. Al-Hinai
				Affiliation: Sultan Qaboos University, Sultanate of Oman
				Abstract - Paper
				2. Paper title “Loss-Minimization Control Of Scalar Controlled Induction Motor Drives”
				Authors: Hussein Sarhan, Rateb Al-Issa
				Affiliation: Department of Mechatronics Engineering, Faculty of Engineering Technology Al-Balqa’ Applied University, Amman, Jordan
				Abstract - Paper
				3. Paper title “Adaline Based Estimation Of Synchronizing And Damping Torque Coefficients”
				Authors: E. A. Feilat
				Affiliation: Electrical Power Engineering Department, Hijjawi Faculty for Engineering Technology, Yarmouk University, Irbid, Jordan
				Abstract - Paper
				4. Paper title “Switched Reluctance Motor Controller Design Using Novel Cam Positioner”
				Authors: Wadah. Aljaism
				Affiliation: University of Western Sydney Australia
				Abstract - Paper
10:10 - 10:30				COFFEE BREAK (Sponsored by PROJACS)	Exhibition
				PARALLEL TECHNICAL SESSIONS
10:30 - 11:50				Session 17
	INDUSTRIAL APPLICATIONS
				(Chair: Ahmad Shwaiheen, Saudi Arabia)	Dana 1
				(Co-chair: Dr. Ali Iranmanesh, USA. )
				1. Paper title “Data Center Automation & Growth Model”
				Authors: Abdulrahman Gharamah
				Affiliation: Saudi Aramco, Dhahran, Saudi Arabia
				Abstract - Paper
				2. Paper title “Fault-tolerant control of continuous-variable system: Reconfiguration strategy for the three tanks system”
				Authors: John Florescu
				Affiliation: Australian College of Kuwait, Kuwait
				Abstract - Paper
				3. Paper title “Wireless Field Instruments Development & Applications”
				Authors: Abdulsalam Alsubaei
				Affiliation: Saudi Aramco, Dhahran, Saudi Arabia
				Abstract - Paper
				4. Paper title “Energy Monitoring, Targeting and Waste Avoidance”
				Authors: Ibrahim M. M. Saleh
				Affiliation: School of Engineering, Design and Technology, University of Bradford, Bradford, West Yorkshire
				Abstract - Paper
10:30 - 11:50				Session 18
	APPLICATIONS, REGULATIONS & CHALLENGES
				(Chair: Mohammed Al-Shammari,  Saudi Arabia)	Dana 2
				(Co-chair: Maan Mubarak, Saudi Arabia)
				1. Presentation Title: “How Oil & Gas Industry Benefits from Innovation in Communication Networks”
				Mr. Ulrich Kohn
				Director Network Solutions and Marketing – Enterprise Networks, Ericsson, Germany
				Abstract - Bio - Presentation
				2. Presentation Title:"The Role Of SASO in The Field of Electrical Standards  And Different Quality systems"
				H.E. Nabil Ameen Mulla
				Director-General, Saudi Arabia Standards Organization (SASO), Saudi Arabia
				Abstract - Bio - Presentation
				3. Presentation Title: "High Voltage Manufacturing Technology Transfer to Saudi Arabia"
				Mr. Khalid Ahmed Yousef Alireza
				Saudi Cable Company Group Chairman, Company:  Saudi Cable Company
				Abstract -Bio - Presentation
10:30 - 11:50				Session 19
	COMPUTER ENGINEERING
				(Chair: Dr Ahmad Yamani, Saudi Arabia)	Dana 3
				(Co-chair: Dr. Tarek Helmy, Saudi Arabia)
				1. Paper title “Solving the University Class Scheduling Problem Using Advanced ILP Techniques”
				Authors: Ahmed Wasfy and Fadi A. Aloul
				Affiliation: Department of Computer Engineering, American University of Sharjah, UAE
				Abstract - Paper
				2. Paper title “Predictability and Performance Enhancement for Real-Time Embedded Systems by Cache-Locking”
				Authors: Abu Asaduzzaman, Niranjan Limbachiya, and Imad Mahgou
				Affiliation: Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, Florida, USA
				Abstract - Paper
				3. Paper title “Burst Round Robin as a Proportional-Share Scheduling Algorithm”
				Authors: Tarek Helmy and Abdelkader Dekdouk
				Affiliation: 1. College of Computer Science & Engineering, King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals, Dhahran 31261, Saudi Arabia. 2. Computer Science Department, D'Oran Es-Sénia University, EL-Mnaour, Algeria.
				Abstract - Paper
				4. Paper title “SWOLO: A SWEBOK-based Ontology for Learning Objects”
				Authors: Imran A. Zualkernan
				Affiliation: American University of Sharjah, UAE
				Abstract - Paper
10:30 - 11:50				Session 20
	E-APPLICATIONS
				(Chair: Saleh Al-Ghamdi, Saudi Arabia)	Dana 5
				(Co-Chair: Dr. Olivier Pfeiffer, Germany )
				1. Paper title “UAE 4D Business Directory”
				Authors: Haikel Salem Alhichri
				Affiliation:  College of Engineering and Information Technology, Alain University of Science and Technology, Alain, Abu Dhabi, UAE
				Abstract - Paper
				2. Paper title “Web Content Management (WCM): Overview and Specifications”
				Authors: Saeed A. Bawazir
				Affiliation: Saudi Aramco, Dammam, Saudi Arabia,
				Abstract - Bio - Paper
				3. Paper title “The modern Chalkboard as a Teaching Support Medium for Multimedia eLearning Applications”
				Authors: Sabina Jeschke, Lars Knipping and Olivier Pfeiffer
				Affiliation: Berlin University of Technology, Department of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, MuLF –Multimediacenter for eLearning & eResearch, Berlin, Germany
				Abstract - Paper
				4. Paper title “Web Page Clustering by Combining Dense Units”
				Authors: Morteza Haghir Chehreghani1, Hassan Abolhassani1 and Mostafa Haghir Chehreghani2
				Affiliation: 1. Sharif University of Technology, and University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran, IR 2. Department of ECE, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran.
				Abstract - Paper
11:50 - 12:15				CLOSING REMARKS (Chair: Mr. Nabil Al-Dabal)	Dana 1
12:15 - 13:30				LUNCH BREAK (Sponsored by Ericsson)	Awal Hall