INTRODUCTION TO THE AL-KHAIR UNIVERSITY

The Al-Khair University, established through an Act of A.J.K Parliament, is a nonprofit earning organization with a charter to have professional and academic faculties of Natural Sciences, Management Science, Engineering, Health and Medical Sciences, Law and other modern disciplines.

The Rector of the University is Prof. Dr. PARESHAN KHATTAK, a renowned intellectual of Pakistan, who has served in the prestigious positions of Vice Chancellor, Gomal University, Vice Chancellor, Azad Kashmir University, and Chairman, University Grants Commission, Government of Pakistan.

The university is an autonomous body & a full fledged University in all respects having the powers:-

    To provide for instructions and teaching in such branches of learning as it may deem fit.
    To make provision for the advancement and dissemination of knowledge in such manner as it
    To prescribe courses of studies, mode & methods of instructions and examinations as it may determine.

    To admit and examine internal and external students and to confer or award degrees, diplomas, crtificates and other.

    Academic distinctions on and to persons who have passed their examinations under prescribed conditions.

    To affiliate itself or associate with other institutions of Azad Jammu and Kashmir or Pakistan or any other country and to establish Campuses, Colleges, Faculties in Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Pakistan and abroad.

    To confer honorary degrees or other distinctions on approved persons in the manner prescribed.

The general supervision and control of the affairs of the University and Powers to lay down policies shall be the responsibility of the Board comprising the following.

     The Rector.
    The Vice Chancellor
    The Pro-Vice Chancellor
    The Chief Justice of Azad Jammu & Kashmir or his nominee.
    The Chairman University Grants Commission, Pakistan or his nominee.
    The Secretary Education, Azad Jammu & Kashmir.
    The nominated members of academic eminence.
    One nominated Dean.

The Al-Khair University (A.J.K) is accredited/chartered by the Government of Pakistan and is included in the list of the Universities/Institutions in the private sector recognized by the University Grants Commission, Government of Pakistan, Islamabad.

Under it’s charter, the Al-Khair University is open to all persons of either sex and of whatever religion, race, creed, colour or domicile who are academically qualified for admission to the courses of study offered by the University, and no such person shall be denied the privileges of the University on the ground only of sex, religion, creed, race, class, colour or domicile.

Considerable strides have been made in Potohar Region for education in the field of Natural sciences, Health & Medical Sciences, Management Sciences and Engineering. The twin cities of Rawalpindi/Islamabad are home to some of the leading universities/institutions in the country; to name a few; Quaid-i-Azam University, International Islamic University, Allama Iqbal Open University and National University of Science and Technology (NUST). As the NUST mainly admits Armed Forces Personnel, need had been felt for a college in Rawalpindi / Islamabad which offers quality graduate courses in engineering.

ACE believes that continuous development of professional and dedicated engineers / managers is the most important single factor and a prerequisite for the technological development of Pakistan. Technological development of a country adds substantial increment to it's economy which is the dire present-day need of our country.

Towards meeting the above objective, endeavour is made to select individuals with a burning desire to contribute positively to the welfare of the society as a whole and not just themselves. Students thus selected for admission are exposed to an academic programme with the methodology that instills in the individual a pervasive habit to act as an agent of change in the prevailing stagnant environment rather than becoming a recipient of change from such an environment. Graduate engineers with such a trend of mind will distinguish themselves as catalyst of progress for the country and the organization for which they work.

An Advisory Board, comprising the following eminent engineers, scientists and academician, has been entrusted with the functions listed below with regard to ACE:

     To review the curricula, research facilities and equipment and other academic development programmes of the Institute, evaluate and monitor the implementation of these programmes periodically and to recommend guide lines for the future;

     To help identify staff and to act as referees, where possible, specially for the senior faculty positions.

     To help establish collaboration in academic and research projects with reputed engineering and technological institutions in country and abroad. At present, the Advisory Board comprises the following :

1.    Dr. Abdul Qadir Khan (HI)
2.     Engr. Lt. Gen. Javed Nasir
3.     Engr. Maj Gen Shaffqat Ahmed Syed
4.     Engr. Maj Gen Muhammad Mushtaq Gill
5.     Engr. Maj Gen Muhammad Aslam
6.     Engr. Maj Gen Nazir Hussain
7.     Prof. Dr. Ch. Nazir Ahmed

Al-Khair College of Engineering is located in Twin Cities of Rawalpindi/Islamabad and provides:-

quality engineering education with the participation of private sector.necessary mechanism to integrate theoretical engineering fundamentals, scientific principles and practical knowledge.opportunities and means to develop ability for solving problems in practical life, and gain expertise in the design and execution of projects in professional career.

ACE follows a balanced approach between theoretical knowledge and practical work both in the college and in the field under college supervision and guidance. Standard curricula approved by Al-Khair University and Pakistan Engineering Council are followed and these are further supplemented by practical training in the field of respective disciplines.

Each academic year is followed by an examination held by the concerned faculty of the Al-Khair University. Two examinations are held in a calendar year.

At ACE, the graduate will have a wealth of practical application to draw from and a solid foundation in theory to make decisions and build strategies. The programme is designed to integrate the art and science of teaching which is necessary to produce graduates as engineers managers having professional and academic excellence coupled with leadership qualities. With the sound theoretical background, case studies also give students a first hand practical application and know-how of the industrial problems. Assignments and quizzes are regular features of the teaching methodology at the college.

RECTOR
Malik Aftab Ahmed Khan, S.J., B.E., F.I. E (Pak)
F.A. Soc. C.E. ( N. York )

Retired Professor of Military College of Engineering and former Additional Secretary / Secretary, Communication & Works.

DEAN OF STUDIES
Prof. Dr. Nazir Ahmed, M.Sc., Ph. D (Belfast, U.K.)

The faculty of ACE, comprises those people who fit within it’s objectives, having strong academic and professional back ground, expertise and experience and have served at different positions in public and/or private sector and also worked and/or studied abroad. The faculty comprises both permanent and visiting members. The members of the faculty are :

Admissions are given the utmost importance to ensure that the students with appropriate scholastic abilities and personality traits are inducted. Admissions are granted totally on merit and is free of any quota restrictions. Also no recommendations are entertained. ACE welcomes applications from candidates of any area holding any nationality. It is the quality of the applicant rather than the marks obtained by a student in previous examinations that helps him qualify for admission at ACE. The academic requirement for applicants to B.Sc Engg. is a Higher Secondary School (F.Sc) Certificate in Pre-Engineering or Diploma of Associate Engineer with atleast 45% marks or equivalent. F.Sc (Pre-Med) with Maths as an additional subject are also eligible to apply. Applicants are evaluated on the basis of past academic record, aptitude test and interview. Following the initial screening through an aptitude test, the applicants are evaluated analytically through interview. Candidates who have already taken SAT within last one year and obtained minimum score of 1100 are exempted from the aptitude test.

GENERAL
Admission is based on merit only. Merit will be assessed by several criteria including scholastic achievements, achievements in extra-curricular activities, participation in social work, productive use of time, and other experience indicating intrinsic and personal excellence.
There are no arbitrary lower or upper age limits for admission, however, the Admission Committee reserves the right to accept or reject any application with reference to his/her age.
Applicant must be able to demonstrate competence in English comprehension and expression, both written and oral.

Every MEMBER OF TEACHING STAFF shall have the powers and it shall be his / her duty to check disorderly or improper conduct or any breach of the rules by students occurring in any part of the precincts of the College. Should such misconduct occur in a room when the student is under the charge of a demonstrator, the latter shall report the matter without delay to the Chairman of the Department.

The LIBRARIAN shall be responsible for maintenance of the order in the Library. In case of disorderly conduct or any breach of rules, he may require the student so offending to withdraw from the Library for the remainder of the day and shall immediately report the offence to the Principal.

The WARDEN / RESIDENT TUTOR shall be responsible for maintenance of order among the students in halls of residence / hostels / lodgings, when this facility is provided.

The DIRECTOR OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION shall be responsible for the maintenance of order among the students on or near the play grounds or while otherwise under his charge or in the University/College.

College Library is stocked with both technical books and books of several interests. Books on all the disciplines covered in the college are available. Students are also encouraged to avail facilities of the leading libraries in the Twin Cities of Islamabad/Rawalpindi such as National Library, British Council Library, American Centre Library etc.

Basic equipment for conducting practicals is available at the College laboratory. Presently, arrangement also exists with University of Engineering and Technology Taxila for using their laboratory facilities on as required basis.

Workshop facilities available with University of Engineering & Technology, Taxila are being utilized to cover the prescribed workshop training in basic skills.

Hostel accommodation for needy students is arranged in Rawalpindi/Islamabad, if written request is made by the student.

Necessary assistance and guidance is provided by the College to students in selection and making arrangements for private lodgings in Rawalpindi/Islamabad. Students desirous of private lodging should immediately contact the Director Lodging of the College for further advice and guidance.

ADMISSION COUNSELLING - GUIDANCE AND CLARIFICATIONS FOR STUDENTS SEEKING ADMISSION TO THE COLLEGE

During admission process, special admission counselling and guidance is available at the College. Candidates are encouraged to pen down their queries and post these or leave at the College office for the College’s specialist to provide guidance/advice to students in the light of University / College Rules.