Akhtar Izzaty Riwayat
Semenyih,Malaysia
Summary
PhD candidate in Civil Engineering with specialization in groundwater exploration and hydrogeological characterization. Holds a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering with research experience in geophysical investigation and subsurface modelling. Experienced in undergraduate teaching in water resources engineering, mathematics, and engineering management. Proficient in geophysical and hydrochemical analysis tools including Res2DInv, Surfer 8.0, and Geochemist’s Workbench. Current research extends into building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV) with battery storage systems for net-zero buildings, applying MATLAB and Python for system modelling and performance analysis. Demonstrates strong interdisciplinary capability bridging water resources engineering and sustainable energy systems.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
6047
6047
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Research Assistant
Sunway University
2025.08 - Current
- Conducted research on Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) and battery storage to enhance renewable energy integration.
- Utilized Matlab and Python for energy modelling and optimization, advancing solar panel and battery storage technologies.
- Conducted research on freight transport and mobility services, exploring innovative solutions for transportation challenges.
Lab Assistant
Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM)
2020.01 - 2022.01
- Managed water resource laboratory operations to support research projects.
- Assisted students with equipment handling and testing procedures to enhance learning outcomes
- Prepared and edited instructional videos of experiments to support student understanding
Tutor
Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM)
2020.01 - 2022.01
- Facilitated Mathematics Engineering classes
- Taught Hydraulic principles
- Conducted Hydrology sessions
- Conduct Fluid Mechanic classes
Research Assistant
Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM)
2019.01 - 2022.01
- Managed data on groundwater levels, daily rainfall, and water quality for groundwater projects under grant, contributing to informed decision-making.
- Facilitated learning for undergraduate intern at Eco-Hytech Research Centre, focusing on groundwater project exposure.
- Reviewed conference submissions for faculty events, ensuring quality and relevance.
Part Time Academic Staff
Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM)
2021.03 - 2021.09
Course: Project Management
- Delivered lectures aligned with syllabus to enhance student understanding
- Provided coursework to support students' learning objectives
- Prepare questions papers for exams, tests and quizzes
- Updated the Student Assessment System (SAS) to ensure accurate tracking of student progress
- Write a report based on the performance of student
Internship Trainee
Syarikat Bekalan Air Selangor (SYABAS)
2015.06 - 2015.09
- Involved in designing the capacity of the water tank, checked the water quality in the tank and pipeline at the residence area.
- Assigned to prepare a report and propose a technical report on the pipeline design for new construction developments.
Internship Trainee
RSI Consultant
2011.07 - 2011.11
- Prepared and proposed a technical report on upgrading roads based on traffic flow.
- Involved in road design using designated software such as SIDRA.
- Performed a detailed survey to assess traffic flow patterns.
Education
Master - Civil Engineering
Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM)
Degree - Civil Engineering with Honors
Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM)
Diploma - Civil Engineering
Politeknik Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah (PSA)
Skills
- Data mining and analysis
- Python
- MATLAB
- Geochemist Workbench
- Surfer 8
- Res2DInv
- Microsoft Project
Awards
- 5th place in Malaysia International Water Convention (Poster Competition), Innovation of Cage Sampler for Macrovertebrates Sampling
- 4th place in the 3 Minutes Thesis Competition (3MT), Organised under Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM)
- President of Civil Engineering Society, Faculty of Civil Engineering and Built Environment (FKAAB), Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM)
- Vice President for Student Committee, Micropollutant Research Centre (MPRC), Faculty of Civil Engineering and Built Environment (FKAAB), Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM)
- Concrete Society Malaysia (SCM) Best Thesis Award, 2016
- Penerima Anugerah Timbalan Naib Canselor (HEPA), Anugerah Pelajar 2016
- Anugerah Projek Sarjana Muda Terbaik, Konvoksyen Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM) ke 16
- Bronze Award in InnoFest'16, For an Exhibition Entitled Potential Uses of Carbon Powder as Construction Material
- Best Poster Award for Final Year Project (FYP)
- Semester Dean List Award, Awarded for 7 Semesters
- Participant in IDEERS Competition (2012,2015, 2016), NCREE Taiwan
- Participant in Beyond Structure Competition, 2015, Universiti Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN)
- Participant in Bridge Competition, 2015, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM)
Publications
- Surface Water and Groundwater Interaction in The Low Land Area of Parit Raja Johor from Isotope Measurement, 2024, International Conference on Green Environment Engineering and Technology (IConGEET)
- Mapping of Potential Groundwater using Electrical Resistivity Imaging (ERI) at Low Land Area of Parit Raja Johor, 2022, International Journal of Integrated Engineering (IJIE)
- Interaction Between Surface Water and Groundwater by Using Hydrochemical Analysis and Stable Isotope, 2020, Journal of Test Engineering and Management
- Ablution Water for Aquaponic System, 2020, Water Engineering: Issues & Management
- Hydrochemical Characteristics of Surface Water and Groundwater at Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM) campus, Johor, 2018, AIP Conference Proceeding
- Effect of Rubber Powder Particle on the Strength of Foamed Concrete, 2017, International Journal of GEOMATE
- Application of Electrical Resistivity Method (ERM) in Groundwater Exploration, 2017, Journal of Physics: Conference Series (JPCS)
- Detection of Potential Shallow Aquifer by using Electrical Resistivity Imaging (ERI) at UTHM campus Johor Malaysia, 2017, Journal of Physics: Conference Series (JPCS)
- Preliminary Groundwater Assessment Using Electrical Method in Quaternary Deposits Area, 2017, IOP Conference Series: Materials Science and Engineering
On-going Publications (Under reviewed)
Paper Title:
1. Socio-economic impact assessment of PV-battery storage integrated building energy technologies towards achieving net-zero target
2. Technological innovations and social transformations of transport systems and mobility services: An assessment of access, affordability and equitability
3. Mitigation options and strategies for net-zero freight transports: A social and technological innovations
Reference
Ir. Ts. Dr Mohd Ariff Bin Ahmad Nazri
PhD Supervisor
Faculty of Civil Engineering and Built Environment
Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, 86400 Parit Raja Batu Pahat, Johor
012 - 2635099
Timeline
Research Assistant
Sunway University
2025.08 - Current
Part Time Academic Staff
Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM)
2021.03 - 2021.09
Lab Assistant
Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM)
2020.01 - 2022.01
Tutor
Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM)
2020.01 - 2022.01
Research Assistant
Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM)
2019.01 - 2022.01
Internship Trainee
Syarikat Bekalan Air Selangor (SYABAS)
2015.06 - 2015.09
Internship Trainee
RSI Consultant
2011.07 - 2011.11
Master - Civil Engineering
Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM)
Degree - Civil Engineering with Honors
Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM)
Diploma - Civil Engineering
Politeknik Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah (PSA)