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MOHAMED SHANNA

MOHAMED SHANNA

Fremont,CA

Summary

Soil and water engineering leader with over 30 years in optimizing irrigation and drainage systems across varied agricultural landscapes. Directed large-scale projects evaluating irrigation strategies, delivering technical insights, and developing innovative software for system design. Committed to advancing agricultural sustainability through data-driven solutions and effective project management.

Work History

General Director of Irrigation and Drainage Dept.

General Water Authority
Tripoli, Libya
1992 - 2015

Contributed and led the following projects:

  • Evaluated selected projects to identify optimal irrigation systems tailored to climate, soil, water quality, and crop types.
  • Delivered technical reports for government projects addressing water logging and salinity challenges.
  • Advised about the most suitable irrigation systems considering soil type and water quality and quantity.
  • Designed Center Pivot Irrigation System, covered area, lateral diameter, lateral and technical specification for the machine.
  • Conducting studies related to crop evapotranspiration and irrigation scheduling.
  • Developed software using Visual Basic 6 enabling beginner engineers to design drip irrigation systems for vegetables and trees, as well as sprinkler irrigation systems.

Head of Irrigation and Drainage Study Section

General Water Authority (GWA)
Tripoli
  • Directed study section for 2nd stage of "The Great Man-Made River Project," focusing on soil surveys and water utilization to enhance project outcomes.
  • Managed and oversaw governmental irrigation projects, providing guidance on water use efficiency and technical specifications for agricultural production improvements.
  • Evaluated farm irrigation systems and conducted surveys for water and soil analysis to inform resource management strategies.

Education

Master of Science - Soil and Water Engineering

South Dakota State University

Bachelor of Science - Soil and Water Engineering

Tripoli University
Tripoli, Libya

Skills

Attending courses as following:

*Six weeks in both England and Netherlands in the field of using computer in irrigation

*Irrigation development and water resources management, South Korea

*Methods of measuring moisture content, irrigation scheduling, and soil salinity, hosted by the ministry of agriculture and forestry of Tunisia, and the Arab center for the studies of Arid Zones and Dry lands ACSAD,Tunisia

*Two weeks course in ArcView 32 in Tripoli University Libya

Personal Information

  • Work Permit: US Permanent Resident
  • Visa Status: US Permanent Resident

Accomplishments

  • Conducted comprehensive studies on crop evapotranspiration and irrigation scheduling, leading to improved water management strategies.
  • Developed and designed Center Pivot Irrigation Systems tailored to specific area requirements, improving crop yields and water efficiency, in addition to localized irrigation, sprinkler irrigation systems, and mobile drip irrigation system (MDIS).

Timeline

General Director of Irrigation and Drainage Dept.

General Water Authority
1992 - 2015

Head of Irrigation and Drainage Study Section

General Water Authority (GWA)

Master of Science - Soil and Water Engineering

South Dakota State University

Bachelor of Science - Soil and Water Engineering

Tripoli University

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