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Raju Ahmmad earned his Bachelor of Science in Water Resources Engineering from Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET) in 2018.

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Professional Track Record

Raju Ahmmad is an experienced Water Resources Engineer with more than five years of practical experience and a strong academic background, having completed his studies at the Department of Water Resources Engineering, Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET). Since January 2019, he has been serving as a Junior Engineer in the Coast, Port, and Inland Waterways Management Division (CPI) at the Institute of Water Modelling (IWM). In his role, Raju specializes in data analysis, developing hydrological models, and applying Two-Dimensional Hydrodynamic (HD), morphological, storm surge, and wave models using MIKE series software. His work involves analyzing both primary and secondary survey data to support modeling activities and reporting. He focuses on various modeling tasks, including managing water logging, erosion, and sedimentation, improving navigation, and adapting to climate change impacts such as coastal flooding and salinity intrusion. Raju's expertise in satellite remote sensing, GIS, and advanced programming enhances his ability to deliver comprehensive solutions for water resource management and environmental protection.

Publications

• Biswas, R.K., Khan, Z.H., Nahiduzzaman, S., Islam, M.S., Ahmmad, R. (2023), “Impacts of Mangrove Afforestation on Storm Surge Level: A Numerical Model Approach” 9th International Conference on Water and flood Management, 14-16 October 2023, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
• Saha, D., Khan, M.S., Rahman, M.A., Ahmmad, R., Nahiduzzaman, S., and Islam, M.S. (2023), “Assessment of Drainage Performance of Selected Polders in Times of Climate Change Using Mathematical Modelling”, International Perspective on Water Resources and the Environment (IPWE), Dhaka, Bangladesh and Reston, VA, USA. January 4-6, 2023.

Key Skills

• Programming & Geospatial Data Analysis: Python, ArcGIS, QGIS, Google Earth Engine, Google Colab
• Machine Learning: LSTM, XGBoost
• Hydrological Modeling: SWAT, HEC-HMS, NAM
• Hydrodynamic Modeling: MIKE11, MIKE21FM, Delft3D, HEC-RAS
• Hydrological & Hydrodynamic Analysis: Statistical and geospatial analysis, model development, calibration, and validation
• Remote Sensing: Utilization of remotely sensed earth observation data

Certifications

• Introduction to Python and basic App development
• Programming for Geospatial Hydrological Applications
• Training on SFINCS (Super Fast INundation of CoastS) and FIAT (Flood Impact Assessment Tool) Models
• Training on Delft3D Modelling
• Training on Salinity Modelling
• Storm Surge and Wave Modelling
• Training on Morphological and Hydrometric Data Collection

Major Project Assignment

• Flood Modeller: Technical assessment of Tidal River Management (TRM) in the Sundarban region of Bangladesh

• Hydrologic and Hydrodynamic Modeller: Current and projected hydrological trends in the Sundarbans mangrove forest and their impacts on ecology and ecosystem services

• Hydrologic Modeller: Hydrological and Hydraulic Model Study for Integrated Water Resource Management & Development of Polder no- 72 under Sandwip Upazila in Chattogram District

• Technical Analyst: The selection of best suitable alignment for installation of submarine cable to connect Monpura Island with national power grid

• Climate Data Analyst: Understanding Sea Level Rise Dynamics along the Coast of Bangladesh

• Climate Data Analyst: Long Term Monitoring, Research and Analysis of Bangladesh Coastal Zone (sustainable Polders Adapted to Coastal Dynamics)

• Hydrologic and Hydrodynamic Modeller: Detailed Hydrological and Morphological Survey and Study for Consultancy Services for Detail Design, Tender Assistance and Construction Supervision for Matarbari Port Development Project (RHD Component)

• Hydrologic and Hydrodynamic Modeller: Feasibility study for development and management of Karnaphuli river basin (with Halda river)

• Technical Analyst: Feasibility Study for Navigation Improvement and Landing facilities at Chittagong Hill Tracts Region

• Technical Analyst: Selection of suitable location for Installation of 33KV Submarine Cable in Kutubdia Channel to transmit power supply in Kutubdia Island under PDSD, Chattogram Zone (2nd Phase)