Bachelor of Science (BS) in Applied Engineering

Dr. Mohamed (Ghazy) Shehata is Dean of Academics (Acting) and Chair of Engineering at Capitol Technology University. He earned his MS and PhD degrees in Electrical Engineering from Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN in 1985 and 1989, respectively. He received his BS degree in Electrical Machines and Power Engineering from Helwan University, Cairo, Egypt in 1980.

Dr. Charles (Chuck) Conner is a professor of engineering at Capitol Technology University. He previously served as an adjunct professor and has been instrumental in securing numerous ABET accreditations for the University. Dr. Charles Conner has worked in industry and academia since 1980. His specialty is digital signal and image processing. He started teaching (part-time) in 1984.

 Professor Dr. Andrew Mehri teaches across various programs. Prof. Dr. Mehri’s teaching philosophy revolves around students academic development, and personal growth, with an emphasis on building solid skills to meet the demands of employers that rely on Capitol Technology University for excellence.

Prof. Dr. Mehri brings many years of engineering design and implementation expertise to the classroom. He also offers contextual learning insights on how engineering and market demands shape the path for innovation and opportunities.

Dr. Najam Hassan is the Department Chair of Computer Science at Capitol Technology University and a professor. He has been in the IT field for about 35 years. He has a Ph.D. in Business Analytics & Decision Sciences from Capitol Technology University, a dual Master (MBA/MIM) from University of Maryland University College and a master’s in computer science from John Hopkins University. He earned his bachelor's in computer science from the University of Houston Clear Lake.

Dr. Chi, a seasoned leader with over 40 years of industry expertise, has brought a wealth of experience in construction, engineering, and real estate development to Capitol Technology University's Construction Management Department. Prior to joining Capitol, Dr. Chi imparted his knowledge as a professor of construction management at Ferris State University in Michigan.

Jeff Volosin is Chair of Astronautical and Space Engineering and Uncrewed and Autonomous Systems at Capitol Technology University. He has a 38-year career in the aerospace field between industry and government NASA experience. This includes 20 years in the industry and in senior leadership roles managing projects, programs, and divisions, rising from project to program manager and ultimately to the role of acting Vice President of Civil Space at Honeywell Technology Solutions, Inc. (HTSI). He has 18 years of Federal service as a NASA Project and Program Manager, as well as experience focused on the design, development and operations of NASA/NOAA robotic and crewed spacecraft. He served as a government Senior Executive for 6 years, and his 16-year civil service career was focused on flight project and program management, including his position as Associate Director of Earth Sciences Flight Projects. Other previous roles across the industry include Deputy Director of Astrophysics at NASA HQ, Deputy Director of Spacecraft Communications Networks, as well as Systems Engineer, Project Manager, Program Manager, corporate Vice President and a Senior Executive in leadership positions at NASA (both at NASA Headquarters as well as at Goddard Space Flight Center). A key to his success in each of these leadership roles has been his ability to engage and work effectively with key stakeholders in industry, government, international space agencies, and academia. In 2024, he received the NASA Distinguished Service Medal, the highest conferral that can be bestowed by NASA, for his lifetime achievements and contributions to the agency.

For 20 years, Jeff had served as an adjunct professor with Capitol Tech in Astronautical Engineering, and was the first adjunct professor of AE at our university. Now, he teaches Spacecraft Systems and Systems Engineering in the undergraduate AE major and Systems Engineering in our EE major as a full-time professor.

Dr. Nisma M. Omar is an adjunct professor with Capitol Technology University for Mathematics and Science, and currently serves as the General Education Director. Dr. Omar brings extensive academic experience, having served as a teaching assistant and lecturer in both chemistry and mathematics ─ and earning her Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry with an emphasis on electrochemical analysis and pharmaceutical applications ─ at Benha University in Egypt. Her work has been published in leading scientific journals and reflects a strong commitment to applied research and public health.