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Research & Publications

Aknoukh, A.K., and Diab, M. (2024) "Packing Order Theory for Ultra-High Performance Concrete Mix Design: A Critical Review," Proceedings of International Structural Engineering and Construction, ISSN-2644-108X, Vol. 11(2) ISEC Press, May 2024.
Aknoukh, A.K., and Diab, M. (2023) "Impact of Fly Ash on Concrete Nechanical Problems, " IRF R2T Conference and Exhibition, Phoenix, AZ M.
Diab, I. Sheerah, H. Al Shehhi, S. Hampton-Simmons, and B., Breen: "Empowering Talent in Construction " PMI Mega Projects and Sustainable Infrastructure Summit, Dubai, UAE, September 2022.

M. Diab, A. Marraro, T. Bazzini "A Day as a Faculty Intern/Industry Professor: Experience & Lessons Learned" ECC-Conference.org, September 2021.
M. Diab and M. Mahany "Contingency Use and Project Delivery Influence on Infrastructure Project Risk Assessment." Collaboration and Integration in Construction, Engineering, Management and Technology pp 589-592, Springer Link, ISBN: 978-3-030-48464-4. 2021
M. Diab, R. Gebken, and M. Mehany “Strategies to Leverage Contractor Experience” the ASCE Journal of Legal Affairs and Dispute Resolution in Engineering and Construction, 2020
M. Diab and M. Mehany “Contingency Use and Project Delivery Influence on Infrastructure Project Risk Assessment” the 11^th International Conference (CITC-11), CITC Global, Construction in the 21^st Century, London, UK, September 9-11, 2019
M. Diab and R. Gebken “Risk Management in Alternative Project Delivery Scenarios: A Construction Manager/General Contractor Case Study” The Proceedings of the ASC Annual 54^rd Annual International Conference, Minneapolis, Minnesota, April 17^th-21^th, 2017
M. Diab, A. Varma, and K. Panthi “Modeling the Construction Risk Ratings to Estimate the Contingency in Highway Projects” the ASCE Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 2017
K. Panthi and M. Diab “Design and Delivery of an Online Graduate Course in Risk Management Using Significant Learning and Just-in-Time Teaching Approach” The Proceedings of the ASC Annual 53^rd Annual International Conference, Seattle, Washington April 5^th-8^th, 2017
M. Diab and T.H. Nguyen “A/E Design Team Performance Evaluation” The Proceedings of the ASC Annual 48th Annual International Conference, Washington DC, March 24th-26th, 2014
M. Diab “Integrating Risk Assessment in Planning for A Sustainable Infrastructure Project” The Proceedings of the ASCE 2^nd International Conference for Sustainable Design, Engineering and Construction, Fort Worth, TX, November 7^th-9^th, 2012
M. Diab, A. Varma, and K. Nassar “Using risk assessment to improve highway construction project performance” The Proceedings of the ASC Annual 48^th Annual International Conference, Birmingham, England April 11^th-14^th, 2012
K. Nassar, M. Diab, and A. Rashwan “Assessing Fugitive Dust Generated from Earthwork in Desert Construction Sites” The Proceedings of the ASC Annual 48^th Annual International Conference, Birmingham, UK, April 11^th-14^th, 2012
T.H. Nguyen, C. McIntyre, and M. Diab. "Assessing Learning and Teaching Performance of a Construction Capstone Course" International Journal of Construction Education and Research-Associated Schools of Construction, 2006
T.H. Nguyen, C. McIntyre, and M. Diab "Measuring Learning Performance of an Engineering Capstone Course with Respect to the ABET Engineering Criteria" Proceedings of the 2005 ASEE North Midwest Regional Conference, Brookings, SD, Oct. 13^th-14^th, 2005
C. McIntyre and M. Diab. “Housing Impact in Fargo-Moorhead area”, National Association of Home builders (NAHB) Joint Research, 2005

Mohamed Diab, MBA, PhD, PMP®

PhD | Faculty | Assessment & Accreditation Coordinator

Address: Wiecking Center 302
Phone: 507-389-2114
Email: mohamed.diab@mnsu.edu

Professional Excellence

PhD, in Civil Engineering with specialization in Construction Management, NDSU, North Dakota
MBA, Master of Business Administration, NDSU, North Dakota
MSc in Civil Engineering with concentration on Construction Management, NDSU, North Dakota
BSc, in Architectural Engineering, Ain Shams University, Egypt

Teaching

Planning and Scheduling using P6
Project Management
Construction Equipment Management
Construction Capstone Project
Quality Control and Management
Construction Materials and Methods
Risk Management
Introduction to Statics & Mechanics of Materials

Memberships & Affiliations

Project Management Institute (PMI)
American Society of Civil Engineers (A.M. ASCE)
Construction Management Association of America (CMAA)
Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA)
Sigma Lambda Chi - International Honor Society for Construction

Elected Positions, Service & Outreach

American Council for Construction Education (ACCE) Board of Trustees Member (2019-Present)
American Council for Construction Education (ACCE) Program Evaluator
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) Program Evaluator
MSU Mankato Global Education Advisory Council (GEAC) (2019-Present)
Construction Management Department Chair (2018-current)
Advisory Board Executive Committee (2018-current)
Project Management Institute (PMI MN), Minnesota Board of Directors (2017-2019)
Project Management Institute (PMI MN), Minnesota Chapter President (2018)
Project Management Institute Educational Foundation (PMIEF), Leadership Society (2018-Present)