Sher Nawaz

Sher Nawaz EDUCATION MS Electrical Engineering: Ghulam Ishaq Khan Institute of Engineering Science and Technology June 2024 Bachelor in Engineering (Avionics): PAF-Karachi Institute of Economic and Technology May 2020 FSc Pre-Engineering: Aga Khan Higher Secondary School Gilgit July 2016 WORK HISTORY Teacher’s Assistant | GIKI Feb 2022 –june 2024 Topi, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan • Enhanced learning experiences by designing dynamic lesson plans tailored to diverse student needs, boosting engagement and comprehension • Streamlined classroom operations by managing attendance, grading, and progress tracking, fostering an organized and efficient learning environment. • Mentored students in small groups and one-on-one sessions, reinforcing complex concepts and preparing them for exams. Lab Instructor | GIKI Feb 2023 — Dec 2023 • Designed and delivered hands-on lab sessions for microprocessor-based system design, ensuring safety and adherence to protocols. • Collaborated with faculty to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, enhancing student engagement with real-world applications. • Provided one-on-one troubleshooting support, helping struggling students master complex hardware/software integration. Intern | Pakistan Aeronautical Complex Kamra May 2019 -june 2019 Kamra, Punjab Pakistan • Applied avionics engineering principles to real-world aerospace systems, gaining hands-on industry experience. • Participated in critical workshops on aircraft systems, enhancing knowledge of maintenance and testing protocols. • Streamlined workflow for senior staff by taking ownership of support tasks, enabling focus on high-priority assignments. TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE Microcontroller Programming and Instruction Set Proficient in programming microcontrollers with a focus on PIC18 series • Tools: Skilled in using MPLAB X IDE for the development, debugging, and programming of PIC18 microcontrollers • Conducted laboratory sessions for students on microcontroller programming, focusing on PICI8 architecture and its applications. • provided instruction and guidance in utilizing MPLAB X IDE for code development, debugging, and simulation. • Mentored students in implementing various projects leveraging PIC18 microcontrollers, fostering the practical application of theoretical knowledge FPGA Design and Implementation Proficient in designing and implementing projects using Altera and Xilinx FPGA platforms • Designed and executed various FPGA projects, including developing timers, stopwatch functionalities, and basic gate logic. • Implemented practical applications leveraging FPGA architecture to achieve desired functionalities, fostering hands-on experience in FPGA programming and utilization. • Successfully executed projects demonstrating an understanding of FPGA fundamentals and their practical applications. RF, microwave and Antenna Designing • Thesis Focus: I completed my thesis on Sub-THz antennas, focusing on achieving broad bandwidth, high gain, and beam steering capabilities. My work involved in-depth analysis, design, and modeling using tools such as CST Studio, HFSS, and ADS to achieve optimal performance. • Short-Range Radar Design: Led a project on designing and implementing a short-range radar system using RF principles. Applying CST Studio and ADS for simulation, testing, and optimization. RESEARCH AND PUBLICATIONS • Nawaz, Sher, and Waleed Tariq Sethi. "Broadband Planar Antenna with V-Slots Configuration for Sub-THz Communication." The 11th International Conference on Wireless Networks and Mobile Communications (WINCOM 2024), sponsored by IEEE, University of Leeds, England, 23-25 July 2024. • Nawaz, Sher, and Waleed Tariq Sethi. "Characteristic Mode Analysis Based Design of a Sub-THz Slotted Patch Antenna for High-Speed Wireless Communication Networks." 2024 International Conference on Engineering & Computing Technologies (ICECT). IEEE, 2024. GRANTS AND AWARDS • Fully Funded Scholarship for Master’s studies awarded by GIK Institute based on academic merit • Dean’s Honor Award received twice during undergraduate studies for ranking among top performers in the Avionics Engineering program. CERTIfiCATIONS • PCB Design Development | Udemy (Completed: 4-month course covering schematic design, layout, and fabrication principles.) • IEEE Conference Publications | WINCOM 2024 ICECT 2024 (Published and presented peer-reviewed research on Sub-THz antenna design.) SKILLS Hardware Design Development • PCB Design (Altium Designer, Schematic Capture, Multi-layer Layout) • FPGA Development (VHDL/Verilog, Xilinx/Altera) • Microcontroller Systems (PIC18, Embedded C) • Digital/Analog Circuit Design (Proteus Simulation) RF Antenna Engineering • Antenna Design & Simulation (CST Studio, HFSS) • Sub-THz Systems (Beamforming, High-Gain Design) • RF Circuit Analysis (ADS) Software Tools • Hardware Design| Altium Designer, Verilog, Modelsim, Vivado, Proteus • Embedded Systems Programming (MPLAB X IDE) • Microsoft Office (Technical Documentation) Research & Development • Analytical & Problem-Solving Traits • Outcome-Focused: • Curiosity & Initiative SOFTWARE TOOLS CST Antenna design Vivado HFSS Altium Designer VHDL/ Verilog Proteus Digital Circuit design