Tamer T. N. KHATIB · Faculty of Electrical Eng., Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Malaysia 97300...

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[4/2018 - present]

[3/2018 - Present]

[8/2015 - 3/2018]

[9/2013- 6/2015]

[11/2012 - 8/2013]

[01/2011 - 11/2012]

[12/2008 - 03/2010] Research Assistant

[6/2008 - 12/2008]

2.2 Secondary tracks

[8/2018 - Present]

[7/2017 - Present]

[01/2017 - 7/2018]

[12/2015 - Present]

[7/2015- 8/2015]

[11/2014 - 12/2014]

[7/2013- 9/2013]

[6/2013 - 7/2013]

[9/2011 - 2/2012]

2.1 Main tracks

Faculty of Electrical Eng., Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Malaysia

97300 Nablus, West bank, Palestine

Part Time Lecturer

Faculty of Engineering, Palestine Technical University (PTU-K), Tulkarm, Palestine

Researcher

2. WORKING EXPERIENCE

* Number of children: 2

Part Time Lecturer

Master program Coordinator

M.Sc. Clean Energy Engineering and Energy Conservation

M.Sc. Electrical Power Engineering

Energy Engineering & Environment Dept., An-Najah National University, Palestine

Inst. of Networked & Embedded System, University of Klagenfurt (KLU), Austria

Faculty of Engineering, Sohar University (SU), Sultanate of Oman

Senior Researcher & Academic Staff

Associate Professor

[email protected]

Associate Professor of Renewable Energy at An-Najah National University

Visiting Technical Advisor

Faculty of Graduate Studies, An-Najah National University, Palestine

* Gender: Male * Marital status: Married

email: [email protected]

1. PERSONAL INFORMATION

* Nationality: Palestinian * Date of birth: 31/03/1985

Assistant Professor

[email protected]

* Place of birth: Nablus

Part Time Lecturer

Research Assistant

Fury Trade Ltd., Nablus, Palestine

Inst. of Networked & Embedded System, University of Klagenfurt (KLU), Austria

Department of Electrical Engineering, National University of Malaysia, Malaysia

Solar Energy Research Institute, National University of Malaysia, Malaysia

Sunergy for Renewable Solutions, Ramallah, Palestine

Tel. + 97092312915, Mobile + 970599317172Tel. + 97092312915, Mobile + 970599317172

Tamer T. N. KHATIB, Ph.D, Habilitation, SMIEEE

Technical Consultant for TVET projects

Visiting Lecturer

Department of Electrical Engineering, National University of Malaysia, Malaysia

Electrical Engineer

Renewable Energy International Program Officer

Palestinian International Cooperation Agency (PICA)

Palestne Ministry of Forigen Affairs, Ramallah, Palestine

Energy Engineering & Environment Dept., An-Najah National University, Palestine

Director

An-Najah Company for Consultancy and Technical Studies, Nablus, Palestine

The Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ), Palestine

Faculty of Engineering, Palestine Technical University (PTU-K), Tulkarm, Palestine

Permeant Guest Professor of Renewable and Sustainable Energy

mailto:[email protected];

mailto:[email protected];

2.3 Consultancy positions

2.4 Voluntary work

[07/2016 - Present] Chair,

[1/2011 -3/2012]

[01/2014 - 11/2015]

[1/2011 -6/2013]

[1/2009 - 8/2010]

[9/2003 - 6/2008]

[9/2002 - 7/2003]

[23 - 24, 11/ 2011]

[15 - 16, 7/ 2009]

[6/2007 - 8/2007]

[10/6 - 20/7/2006]

[1/2006 - 2/2006]

[24/11 - 15/1/2006]

[20/3 - 9/6/2005]

BIZCHIP, Bangi, Malaysia, Intensive PIC Workshop

IV. Citation records are according to Google Scholar & SCOPUS, * h Index: 27 , i10 Index: 57 *SCOPUS ID 31767521400

5.1 Selected research articles published in SCI/ISI indexed international journals

Secondary School Degree

II. The Quartile percentage of the SCI/ISI indexed articles in Energy & Fuels category: Q1:33%, Q2:25%, Q3:29%, Q4:13%

[2] T. Khatib, A. Mohamed, K. Sopian. 2012. PV.MY "Photovoltaic system optimization and simulation

tool". Malaysia patent (Accepted and Declared, Ref No. is Pending)

[*] T Khatib, A Ghareeb, M Tamimi, M Jaber, S Jaradat. A new offline method for extracting I-V

characteristic curve for photovoltaic modules using artificial neural networks. Solar Energy 2018. 173():462-

469, IF: 4.374, Q1

Electricians Union, Nablus,Palestine, Electrical Control

AMRA, Nablus, Palestine, CompTIA Network Technician

Highlights : I. # of published articles: 113 (60% SCI/ISI indexed, 50% first author) , # of citations received: 2279

JEPCO, Amman, Jordan, Trainee in electrical power stations section

B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering

PalTel, Nablus, Palestine, Trainee in electrical power division

Qadri Tuqan Secondary School, Nablus , Palestine

3. EDUCATION

3.1 Training courses

Ph.D. in Electrical, Electronic and Systems Engineering

Thesis title : Efficient maximum power point tracking controller and sun tracker for

standalone photovoltaic systems

Specialization: Photovoltaic Power Systems

Specialization : Electrical Power & Energy Systems

M.Sc. in Electrical, Electronic and Systems Engineering

National University of Malaysia (UKM), Bangi, Malaysia

National University of Malaysia (UKM), Bangi, Malaysia

An-Najah National University(ANNU), Nablus, Palestine

Habilitationsschrift : Renewable Energy from Photovoltaic Systems: Models,

Performance & Possibilities of Harnessing

Habilitation in Renewable and Sustainable Energy

Specialization : Photovoltaic Power Systems

Alpen-Adria-Universität Klagenfurt, Klagenfurt, Austria

Vice Chairman

An-Najah National University, Nablus, Palestine, AutoCAD

5. PUBLICATION

4. PATENTS/ PRODUCTS

[1] H. Kazem, T. Khatib. 2013."REPS.OM" Renewable Energy Power Systems Optimization Tool For

Oman. (Accepted and Declared, Ref No. is Pending)

Note: Full publication list is provided in Appendix 15.1

Specialization : Photovoltaic Power Systems

IEEE student branch, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Malaysia

IEEE Palestine subsection

I have served as a consultant for a number of projects in the field of photovoltaic system, distributed

generation, energy poilcy, power distribution, fund rasing, as well as funding proposal evaluation. More

details are in Appendix 15.4

Thesis title : Solar energy prediction and photovoltaic system size optimization

using artificial neural networks and numerical algorithms

CIRED,Malaysia, Intensive Renewable Energy workshop

Graduation Project title : Development of a photovoltaic I-V characteristic tester

[4/2016 - 02/2017]

[5/2015 - 6/2016]

[10/2014 - 10/2015]

8. Administrative Committees Membership

7. RESEARCH EXPERIENCE

Lead Guest Editor, Journal of Engineering, Hindawi.

[*] DH Muhsen, AB Ghazali, T Khatib, IA Abed. A comparative study of evolutionary algorithms and

adapting control parameters for estimating the parameters of a single-diode photovoltaic module's model.

Renewable Energy. 2016. 96(): 377-389 IF: 3.404,Q1

Lead Guest Editor, International Journal of Photoenergy, Hindawi.

[2] Tamer Khatib. 2012. وقفة على األشواك "A stand on throns". Xlibris. Australia. ISBN: 1465301364

[*] I. Ibrahim, T. Khatib. A novel hybrid model for hourly global solar radiation prediction using random

forests technique and firefly algorithm. Energy Conversion and Management 138 (2017) 413–425. IF:4.8, Q1

[*] T. Khatib, A. Shaar, F. Alhamad, H. Dweikat, R. Shunnar, M. Othman. Development of SolenX: A

Reliable and Cost Effective Solar Aid Box for Underserved and Rural Areas in Palestine. Energy

Conversion and Management. 2018. (): 863–873 IF: 6.337, Q1

[*] T. Khatib, A Mohamed, K Sopian, M Mahmoud. Optimal sizing of building integrated hybrid PV/diesel

generator system for zero load rejection for Malaysia. J. of Energy & Buildings. 2011.43(12): 3430-3435. IF: 2.3,Q2.

[*] T. Khatib, W Elmenreich, A. Mohamed. An efficient I-V characteristic tester for photovoltaic modules

using a DC-DC boost converter. Sustainabilty. 2017. 9(4): 657. IF: 1343, Q3

6. TEACHING EXPERIENCE

7.1 Research interests

7.4 Scientific editing

7.5 Scientific reviewing:

5.2 Books:

[1] Tamer Khatib,Co-author. 2012. رغبة إكتمال "Desire for Completion".WARD, Jordan. ISBN: 427-1-2011

[*] T. Khatib, K. Sopian, H. Kazem. Actual performance and characteristic of a grid connected

photovoltaic power system in the tropics: A short term evaluation. Energy Conversion and Managment.

2013 71():115-119. IF: 2.64,Q2

[*] D. Muhsen, A. Ghazali, T. Khatib, I. Abed. Extraction of photovoltaic module model's parameters using

an improved hybrid differential evolution/electromagnetism-like algorithm. Solar Energy. 2015. 119

():286–297 IF: 3.469,Q1

[*] T. Khatib, A Mohamed, K Sopian. A review of solar energy modeling techniques. J. of Renewable &

Sustainable Energy Reviews. 2012.16(5): 2864-2869. IF: 5.3,Q1.

5.2.2 Literary books

My research interests mainly fall in the scope of photovoltaic systems and solar energy fundamentals. For

more details please refer to my research statement in Appendix 15.3

7.2 Research thesis supervised

7.3 Research grants

> Since 2010 I have reviewed 430 research articles for many ISI indexed journal. More details are in my

research statement in Appendix 15.2

[1] T. Khatib, W. Elemeriech. 2016. Modeling of photovoltaic systems using Matlab: simplified green

codes. Wiley. UK. ISBN: 978-1-119-11810-7

Guest Editor, IEEE Transactions on Industrial Electronics, IEEE.

> I have tought 45 B.Sc courses and 19 M.Sc courses . More details are in my teaching statement

Appendix 15.2

[*] T. Khatib, W. Elemenreich. Novel simplified hourly energy flow models for photovoltaic power systems.

Energy conversion and Management. 2014. 79(): 441-448. IF:3.59, Q1

5.2.1 Scientific books

7.4.1 Served as a member of the scientific committee for 22 international conferences

[*] D. Muhsen, T. Khatib, T. Abdulabbas. Sizing of a standalone photovoltaic water pumping system using

hybrid multi-criteria decision making methods. Solar Energy. 2018. 159():1003-1015. IF: 4.062, Q1

> I have supervised so far 4 Ph.D research thesis, 9 M.Sc research thesis & 17 B.Sc research thesis

> I have examined so far 1 Ph.D research thesis, 0 M.Sc research thesis

For more details please refer to the list of supervised and examined research in Appendix 15.4

> So far I have worked on 10 research projects as researcher, Co-principal invistigator & principal

invistigator. Total funding so far 2,002,616 USD . More details are in my reseach statement in Appendix

15.2

9. AWARDS

* German, Moderate

15. APPENDIX

Member of The International Solar Energy Society, Germany (6 Years)

11. PROGRAMMING LANGUAGES& SOFTWARES

* English, IELTS 7\9, Equivalents to 100\120 TOEFL "Internet Based"

[1] Strategic plan committee for scientific research, 2016, An-Najah National University, Palestine

Senior member of Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineering (IEEE), USA (8 Years)

Prof. Dr. Hussian Kazem, Sohar University, Oman

13. OTHER SKILLS

Member of Jordanian Engineers Association, Jerusalem Center,Palestine (10 Years)

Prof. Dr. Marwan Mahmoud, An-Najah National University, Palestine

Prof. Dr. Khaled AlSahili, An-Najah National University

*Email:[email protected] *Contact Number:+970599674096 *Relationship: Employer (ANNU)

* Have had a driving license since 2003

Email: [email protected] *Contact Number: 0060122137946 *Relationship: M.Sc. & Ph.D supervisor

*Email: [email protected] *Contact Number: 0096899645363 *Relationship: Employer (SU)

*Email: [email protected] *Contact Number:+4346327003649 *Relationship: Employer (KLU)

Prof. Dr. Wilfried Elmenreich, University of Klagenfurt, Austria

MATLAB,C++, VB, ASSEMBLY, HOMER, RETScreen, TRANSIS, PSCAD, POWER WORLD

SIMULATOR, PV.MY 12. MEMBERSHIPS

Email: [email protected] *Contact Number: 00972599288263 *Relationship: B.Sc. supervisor

Prof. Dr. Azah Mohamud, National University of Malaysia, Malaysia

Member of IEEE Power & Energy Society, USA (6 Years)

* A good knowledge in computer hardware/softwares equivalent to ICDL & A+

14. REFERENCES

* Malay, Moderate

[2] Research Committee, 2017, An-Najah National University, Palestine

[3] ANNU Research Award Committee, 2018, An-Najah National University, Palestine

[4] Faculty of Engineering council, 2018, An-Najah National University, Palestine

[5] Faculty of Graduate Studies Council, 2018, An-Najah National University, Palestine

[8] National University of Malaysia Research Fellowship, 2009-2010 : 10,000.00 USD

[4] Research Excellence Award . An-Najah National University, Palestine. 2015

[3] Distinguished research award. Islamic Bank of Palestine. 2016



[6] The golden medal of international conference and exposition on invention of institution of higher

learning (PECIPTA2013), PV.MY software. Kuala Lumpur. 2013

* Arabic, Native Speaker

[7] National University of Malaysia Research Fellowship, 2011-2013 : 40,000.00 USD

10. LANGUAGES

15.5 Consultancy experience

15.6 "Detailed job description" letter for the former positions i hold

15.4 Postgraduate supervision and examination

15.3 Research statement 15.2 Teaching statement15.1 Full publication list

[5] Best Reviewer Award. Renewable Energy Journal/ Elsevier. 2014

Notes:

Highlights:

S C O P U S

[7] S. Sadi, T. Khatib. Photovoltaic Power Systems Optimization Research Status: A Review of Criteria,

Constrains, Models, Techniques, and Software Tools. Applied Sciences (MDPI).2018.

B. International Conferences Proceedings:

[8] A Ghareeb, M Tamimi, M Jaber, S Jaradat, T Khatib. A new method for extracting IV characteristic

curve for photovoltaic modules using artificial neural networks. 2018 5th International Conference on

Electrical and Electronic Engineering . 2018.pp 473-476.

[2] T Khatib, A Ghareeb, M Tamimi, M Jaber, S Jaradat. A new offline method for extracting I-V

characteristic curve for photovoltaic modules using artificial neural networks. Solar Energy 2018. 173():462-

469

[1] T. Khatib, A. Shaar, F. Alhamad, H. Dweikat, R. Shunnar, M. Othman. Development of SolenX: A

Reliable and Cost Effective Solar Aid Box for Underserved and Rural Areas in Palestine. Energy

Conversion and Management. 2018. (174): 863-873. IF: 6.377, Q1

V. SCOPUS Author ID 31767521400

VI: Find this research work on (Please Click) G O O G L E S C H O L A R

A. Impact Factor (IF) records are according to Journal Citation Report ISI Web of Knowledge for the year

of publication.

IV. Author rank: h Index: 26, i10 Index: 53

I. # of published articles since 2009: 113 (61% ISI/SCI indexed, 50% first author),

III. Articles Type:Full reserch:67%, Technical notes:0.0%, Reviews:8.0%, Conference:22%, Book: 3.0%.

II. The Quartile percentage Q1:14%, Q2: 36%, Q3:33%, Q4: 17%

2018

[6] I.Ibrahim, T. Khatib, A. Mohamed. A method for predicting the output current of a photovoltaic grid-

connected system using random forests technique. Energy Exploration & Exploitation. 2018

B."Q" means the rank of the journal (quartile) in Energy &Fuels or Electrical, Electronic Engineering

category where Q1 means the highest and Q4 the lowest.

[4] A. Aljanad, A. Mohamed, H. Shareef, T. Khatib. A novel method for optimal placement of vehicle-to-grid

charging stations in distribution power system using a quantum binary lightning search algorithm.

Sustainable Cities and Society.

[5] D. Muhsen, T. Khatib, T. Abdulabbas. Sizing of a standalone photovoltaic water pumping system using

hybrid multi-criteria decision making methods. Solar Energy. 2017 (159):1005-2015.

[3] N. Napis, A. AbdKadir, T Khatib, E. Hassan, M. Sulaima. An Improved Method for Reconfiguring and

Optimizing Electrical Active Distribution Network Using Evolutionary Particle Swarm Optimization. Applied

Sciences (MDPI), 2018. 8(10): 1761.

2019

A. Full research articles

A.1 ISI indexed journals

[] A. Abdul Kadir, T. Khatib, L. Lii, E. Hassan. Optimal placement and sizing of photovoltaic based

distributed generation considering costs of operation planning of Monocrystalline and Thin-film

technologies. Journal of Solar Energy Engineering.

II. # of citations received:2053

Appendix 15.1

F U L L P U B L I C A T I O N S L I S T

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2017

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C. Books:

[6] I. Ibrahim, T. Khatib. A novel hybrid model for hourly global solar radiation prediction using random

forests technique and firefly algorithm. Energy Conversion and Management 138 (2017) 413–425. IF:4.8, Q1

[5] I.Ibrahim, T. Khatib, A. Mohamed. Optimal sizing of a standalone photovoltaic system for remote

housing electrification using numerical algorithm and improved system models. Energy. 2017. 126 (): 392-

403. IF:4.292, Q1

[8] D. Muhsen, T. Khatib. F. Nagi. Photovoltaic water pumping system designing methods, control

strategies and field performance: A review. Renewable & Sustainable Energy Reviews.

[1] S Daud, AFA Kadir, CK Gan, A Mohamed, T. Khatib. A comparison of heuristic optimization techniques

for optimal placement and sizing of photovoltaic based distributed generation in a distribution system. Solar

Energy. 2016. 140(): 219-226. IF: 1.343, Q3

[7] M. Ahmed, A. Mohamed, T. Khatib, H. Shareef, R. Homod, J. Abd Ali. Real Time Optimal Schedule

Controller for Home Energy Management System Using New Binary Backtracking Search Algorithm .

Energy and Buildings.2017. ():. IF: 2.97, Q2


[10] T. Khatib. A comparison of components' replacement models for PV/DG/battery systems considering

different operational strategies. IEEE 2016 HONET-ICT. Cyprus. 2016. 44-48.

[2] D. Muhsen, T. Khatib, H. Haider. A feasibility and load sensitivity analysis of photovoltaic water

pumping system with battery and diesel generator. Energy Conversion and Management

[4] G Zubi, F Spertino, M Carvalho, R Adhikari, T Khatib. Development and assessment of a SHS to cover

cooking and lighting needs in developing regions as the better alternative for existing practices. Solar

Energy. 2017

[8] D. Egarter. A. Monacchi, T Khatib, W. Elmenreich. Integration of Legacy Appliances into Home Energy

Management Systems. Journal of Ambient Intelligence and Humanized Computing. 2015. 7(2): 171-185.

[7] DH Muhsen, AB Ghazali, T Khatib, IA Abed. A comparative study of evolutionary algorithms and

adapting control parameters for estimating the parameters of a single-diode photovoltaic module's model.

Renewable Energy. 2016. 96(): 377-389 IF: 3.404,Q1

[1] D. Muhsen, A. Ghazali, T. Khatib, T. Abdulabbas. Techno-Economic Study and Optimal Sizing of A

Standalone Photovoltaic Water Pumping System. International Transactions on Electrical Energy Systems.

2017. IF: 1.084, Q3



2016



[9] DH Muhsen, AB Ghazali, T Khatib. Multiobjective differential evolution algorithm-based sizing of a

standalone photovoltaic water pumping system. Energy Conversion and Management. 2016. 118(), 32-43. IF:4.38,Q1

[6] D. Muhsen, A. Ghazali, T. Khatib, I. Abed, E. Natsheh. Sizing of a standalone photovoltaic water

pumping system using a multiobjective evolutionary algorithm. Energy. 109(): 961-973. IF:4.292,Q1

[5] T. Khatib, I. Ibrahim, A. Mohamed. A review on sizing methodologies of photovoltaic array and storage.

Energy Conversion and Management 120 (2016) 430–448. IF:4.38,Q1

[4] T. Khatib, A. Athamna, A. Saadeh, F. Qasrawi, F. Sawalha, F. Abu Moais, R. Obeidat, R. Jayousi, W.

Shanabli. Book review: Ronen Shamir, The Electrification of Palestine: Current Flow, 2012, Stanford

University Press; US. Energy Research & Social Science. 2016. 19(): 194-197.

[3] I.Ibrahim, T. Khatib, A. Mohamed. Impact of battery’s model accuracy on size optimization process of a

standalone photovoltaic system. Sustainabilty.2016. 8(9).894. IF: 1.343, Q3

[2] T. Khatib, W Elmenreich. Modeling of photovoltaic systems using Matlab: Simplified green codes.

Wiley. 2016

[3] T. Khatib, W Elmenreich, A. Mohamed. An efficient I-V characteristic tester for photovoltaic modules

using a DC-DC boost converter. Sustainabilty. 2017



[9] T. Khatib, A. Mohamed, K. Sopian, M. Mahmoud. Optimization of tilt angle for solar panel for Malaysia.

Energy Sources: Part A. 2015. 37(6):678-695. IF: 1.12,Q3

[2] T. Khatib, W. Elmenreich. An improved method for sizing standalone photovoltaic systems using

generalized regression neural network. International Journal of Photoenergy. 2014. 2014(): 1-8 IF 2.61, Q2

[1] A. Abdul Kadir, T. Khatib, W. Elmenreich. Integrating photovoltaic systems in power system: power

quality impacts and optimal planning challenges. International Journal of Photoenergy. 2014. 2014(): 1-8. IF

2.61, Q2

[11] M. Farhoodnea, A. Mohamed, T. Khatib, W. Elmenreich. Performance Evaluation and

Characterization of a 3-kWp Grid-Connected Photovoltaic System Based on Tropical Field Experimental

[8] T. Khatib, A. Mohamed, K. Sopian, M. Mahmoud. Optimal sizing of hybrid PV/wind systems for

Malaysia using loss of load probability. Energy Sources: Part A. 2015. 37(7):606:613. IF:1.12,Q3

[10] A. Ameen, J. Pasupuleti, T. Khatib, W. Elmenreich. A review of process and operational system

control of hybrid photovoltaic/Diesel generator systems. Renewable & Sustainable Energy Reviews. 2015

44(): 436-446. IF: 5.51,Q1

[7] A. Ameen, J. Pasupuleti, T. Khatib. Simplified performance models of photovoltaic/ diesel generator/

battery system considering typical control strategies. Energy Conversion and Management. 2015.

99():313–325. IF: 3.59,Q1

[12] I. Ibrahim, A. Mohamed, T. Khatib. Modeling of photovoltaic array using random forests technique.

2015 IEEE Conference on Energy Conversion (CENCON). Johor Bahru, Malaysia. 390 - 393

[13] I. Ibrahim, A. Mohamed, T. Khatib.Optimal modeling and sizing of a practical standalone PV/battery

generation system using numerical algorithm. 2015 IEEE Student Conference on Research and

Development (SCOReD). Kuala Lumpur. Malaysia. 43 - 48

2015



Results: New Results and Comparative Study. Renewable & Sustainable Energy Reviews. 2015. 42():

1047–1054. IF: 5.51,Q1

[6] A. Ameen, J. Pasupuleti, T. Khatib. W Elmenreich, H Kazem. Modeling and characterization of a

photovoltaic array based on actual performance using cascade-forward back propagation artificial neural

network. Solar Energy Engineering. 2015. 137():041010 (1-5). IF: 1.3,Q3

2014

[14] A. M. Ameen, J. Pasupuleti, T. Khatib. Replacement model for hybrid Photovoltaic/Diesel

generator/Battery system's components with typical control strategy.2015 IEEE Student Conference on

Research and Development (SCOReD). Kuala Lumpur. Malaysia. 220 - 223

[15] D. H. Muhsen, A. B. Ghazali, T. Khatib. Parameter extraction of photovoltaic module using hybrid

evolutionary algorithm 2015 IEEE Student Conference on Research and Development (SCOReD). Kuala

Lumpur. Malaysia. 533 - 538


[2] T. Khatib, W. Elmenreich. A model for hourly solar radiation data generation from daily solar radiation

data using a generalized regression artificial neural network. International Journal of Phoeoenergy. 2015.

2015():1-13. IF: 1.65,Q3

[1] T. Khatib. A Novel approach for solar radiation prediction using artificial neural network Energy

Sources: Part A. 2015. 37(22): 2429-2436. IF:0.715,Q3

[3] A. Ameen, J. Pasupuleti, T. Khatib. Modeling of photovoltaic array output current based on actual

performance using artificial neural networks. Journal of Renewable and Sustainable Energy. 2015. 7().

053107:1-11

[4] DH Muhsen, AB Ghazali, T Khatib, IA Abed. Parameters extraction of double diode photovoltaic

module’s model based on hybrid evolutionary algorithm. Energy Conversion and Management. 2015.

105(): 552-561. IF:4.380, Q1

[5] DH Muhsen, AB Ghazali, T Khatib, IA Abed. Extraction of photovoltaic module model’s parameters

using an improved hybrid differential evolution/electromagnetism-like algorithm. Solar Energy. 2015. 119():

286-297. IF: 3.469, Q1

[5] H. Kazem, T. Khatib.Techno-economical assessment of grid connected photovoltaic power systems

productivity in Sohar, Oman. Sustainable Energy Technologies & Assessments. 2013.3():61-65.

[6] H. Kazem, T. Khatib. A novel numerical algorithm for optimal sizing of a photovoltaic/wind/diesel

generator/battery microgrid using loss of load probability index. J. of Photoenergy. IF: 1.78, Q2

[3] A. Khamis, H. Shareef, E. Bizkevelci, M. Eslami, T. Khatib. A review of islanding detection techniques

for renewable distributed generation systems. Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews. 2013. 28():

483-493. IF:6.2,Q1

[8] M. Ya’acob, H. Hizam, T. Khatib, M Radzi. A comparative study of three types of grid connected

photovoltaic systems based on actual performance. Energy Conversion and Management. 2014. 78 ()

8–13 IF:3.59, Q1

[6] A. Abdul Kadir, A.Mohamed, H. Shareef, A. Ibrahim, T. Khatib, W. Elmenreich. An improved

gravitational search algorithm for optimal placement and sizing of renewable distributed generation units in

[5] T. Khatib, W. Elemenreich. Optimum availability of standalone photovoltaic power systems for remote

housing electrification. International Journal of Photoenergy. 2014. 2014(): 1-9. IF 2.66, Q2

[10] T. Khatib. Optimization of a grid connected renewable energy system for a case study in Nablus,

Palestine. International Journal of low carbon technology. 2014. 9():311-318

[1] T. Khatib, K Sopian, M Ibrahim. Assessment of electricity generation by wind power in nine coastal sites

in Malaysia. J. of Ambient Energy. 2013. 34(3): 138-144

A.2 SCOPUS indexed Journals

[7] T. Khatib, W. Elemenreich. Novel simplified hourly energy flow models for photovoltaic power systems.

Energy conversion and Management. 2014. 79(): 441-448. IF:3.59, Q1

[4] M. Ya’acob, H. Hizam, T.Khatib, M. Radzi, C. Gomes, M. Bakri, M Marhaban, W. Elmenreich.

Modelling of photovoltaic array temperature in a tropical site using generalized extreme value distribution.


[4] M. Ya’acob, H. Hizam, M Htay, M. Amran, M. Radzi, T. Khatib, M. Bakri. Calculating electrical and

thermalcharacteristics of multiple PV array configurations installed in the Tropics. Energy Conversion and

Management. 2013 75 (): 418–424 IF:2.775, Q2


Conference on Future Environment and Energy. Singapore.2014. pp.84-88.


[16] M. Ya’acob, H. Hizam, M Radzi, T. Khatib. Correlations of light Intensity and humidity factor on power

performance for fixed flat PV generator: A short term field evaluation in the tropics. 4th International

[13] A. Mohamed, T. Khatib. Correlation for estimating solar cell temperature based on a tropical field

operation of a photovoltaic system. 2014 IEEE PES Transmission & Distribution Conference & Exposition.

United States.pp

[11] M. Ya’acob, H. Hizam, M. Bakri A, M. A. Radzi, T. Khatib, A.Rahim.Performance Test Conditions for

Direct Temperature Elements of Multiple PV Array configurations in Malaysia. The 6th International

Conference on Applied Energy. Taiwan. 2014. pp

[12] M. Pochacker, T. Khatib, W. Elmenreich. The microgrid simulation tool RAPSim: description and case

study. 2014 IEEE Innovative Smart Grid Technologies Conference. Malaysia. 2014 Pp

2013

[14] A. M. Ameen, J. Pasupuleti, T. Khatib. Sensitivity of Artificial Neural Network Based Model for

Photovoltaic System Actual Performance. Proceeding of IEEE Power and Energy Conference. 2014:

[15] M. Schellander, T. Khatib, W. Elmenreich, D. Egarter. Techno-economical assessment of grid-

connected photovoltaic power systems productivity in summer season in Klagenfurt, Austria. Proceeding of

IEEE Power and Energy Conference. 2014.

[3] H. Kazem, T. Khatib, K. Sopian, W. Elmenreich. Performance and feasibility assessment of a 1.4 kW

roof top grid-connected photovoltaic power system under desertic weather conditions. Energy and

Buildings. 2014. 82(C): 123-129. IF 2.465 Q2

[9] T. Khatib, A. Monacchi,W. Elmenreich, D. Egarter, S. D’Alessandro, A. Tonello,European end-user’s

level of energy consumption and attitude toward smart homes: A case study of residential sectors in Austria

and Italy. Energy Technology & Policy.

Journal of Renewable and Sustainable Energy. 2014. 6():033134. IF 0.93,Q3

a distribution system for power quality enhancement. Journal of Renewable and Sustainable Energy. 2014.

6(): 033112. IF 0.93,Q3


[8] T. Khatib, A. Mohamed, K. Sopian. A Review of photovoltaic systems size optimization techniques.

Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews.2013.22():454–465 IF:6.2,Q1

[11] T. Khatib, A. Mohamed, K. Sopian, M. Mahmoud. A new approach for optimal sizing of standalone

photovoltaic systems. J. of Photoenergy. 2012. 2012(ID 391213):1-8 IF: 1.35, Q3

C. Books


[12] K. Sopian, T. Khatib. Wind Energy Potential in Nine Coastal Sites in Malaysia. Palestine Technical

University Research Journal. 2013. 1(1): 1-6.

[11] H. Kazem, T. Khatib, K. Sopian, F. Buttinger, W. Elmenreich, A. Albusaidi. Effect of dust deposition on

the performance of multi-crystalline photovoltaic modules based on experimental measurements.

[4] T. Khatib, A. Mohamed, K. Sopian, M. Mahmoud. Solar Energy Prediction for Malaysia Using Artificial

Neural Networks. J. of Photoenergy. 2012. 2012(ID 419504):1-16. IF:1.35, Q3

[5] T. Khatib, A. Mohamed, K. Sopian, M. Mahmoud. Assessment of Artificial Neural Networks for Hourly

Solar Radiation Prediction. J. of Photoenergy. 2012. 2012(ID 946890):1-7. IF:1.35 , Q3

[9] H. Kazem, T. Khatib, K. Sopian. Sizing of a standalone photovoltaic/ battery system at minimum cost

for remote housing electrification in Sohar, Oman. Energy & Bulidings.2013. 61():108–115 IF:2.3,Q2

International Journal of Renewable Energy Research. 2013. 3(4). pp .

2012

[16] H. Kazem, T. Khatib. Photovoltaic power systems prospoective in Oman: Technical and Economical

Study. LAP LAMBERT, Saarbrücken, Germany. ISBN: 978-3659372957

[8] T. Khatib, A.Mohamed, K. Sopian, M. Mahmoud. A new approach for metrological variables prediction

using ANNs: application for sizing & maintain PV systems. J. of Solar Energy Engineering

[9] M.Younis, T. Khatib, M. Najeeb, A. Ariffin. An improved maximum power point trackingcontroller for PV

systems using ANN. J. of Electrical Review. 2012. 88(3): 116-121. IF: 0.24,Q4

2012. 134(2): 205-217. IF: 0.83,Q3


[2] A. Hajiah, T. Khatib, K. Sopian, M. Sebzali. Performance of grid connected photovoltaic system in two

sites in Kuwait. International Journal of Photoenergy. 2013. (In press) IF: 1.769,Q2

[1] S. Dihrab, T. Khatib, K. Sopian, H. Al-Ani. On the Performance of hybrid PV/ unitized regenerative fuel

cell system in the tropics. Int. Journal of Photoenergy. 2012. 2012(ID 942784):1-7 IF: 1.769,Q2


[13] H. Kazem, T. Khatib, A. Alwaeli. Optimization of photovoltaic modules tilt angle for Oman. The 2013

IEEE 7th international power engineering and optimization conference. pp:

[7] T. Khatib, K. Sopian, H. Kazem. Actual performance and characteristic of a grid connected

photovoltaic power system in the tropics: A short term evaluation. Energy Conversion and

Managment.2013. 71(C):115-119. IF: 2.6,Q2

[7] T. Khatib, A. Mohamed, K. Sopian, M. Mahmoud. Estimating ambient temperature for Malaysia using

generalized regression neural network. J. of Green Energy. 2012.9(3):195-201 IF:0.74,Q3

[3] T. Khatib, A Mohamed, K Sopian, M Ibrahim. Sizing of a wind charger at minimum cost for remote

housing electrification: a case study for nine coastal sites in Malaysia. J. of Energy & Buildings. 2012.

51(C): 185-190 IF: 2.3,Q2

[6] T. Khatib, A Mohamed, K Sopian. A review of solar energy modeling techniques. J. of Renewable &

Sustainable Energy Reviews. 2012.16(5): 2864-2869. IF: 5.3,Q1

[15] A. Mohamed, T. Khatib. Optimal Sizing of a PV/Wind/Diesel Hybrid Energy System for Malaysia. IEEE

International Conference on Industrial Technology (ICIT 2013). Pp. 752-757.

[14] T. Khatib, A. Mohamed. A New Approach for Meteorological Variables Prediction Using Generalized

Regression Neural Networks. International Conference on Renewable Energy and its Future in the Arab

World . 2013. pp:

[10] T. Khatib, A. Mohamed, K. Sopian, M. Mahmoud. Optimal Sizing of the Energy Sources in Hybrid

PV/Diesel Systems: A Case Study for Malaysia .J. of Green Energy.2013.10(1):41-52. IF: 1.18,Q3

[10] T. Khatib, A. Mohamed. A Reliable Maximum Power Point Tracker for Photovoltaic Systems. J. of

Electrical Review. 2012. 88(2): 283-286. IF 0.24,Q4 Cited by 1

[12] T. Khatib, A. Mohamed, K. Sopian. Optimization of a PV/Wind Micro-Grid for Rural Housing

Electrification Using a Hybrid Iterative/Genetic Algorithm: Case Study of Kuala Terengganu, Malaysia.

J. of Energy & Buildings. 2012. 47(C):321-331 IF: 2.3,Q2



[1] T. Khatib, A Mohamed, K Sopian, M Mahmoud. Optimal sizing of building integrated hybrid PV/diesel

generator system for zero load rejection for Malaysia. J. of Energy & Buildings. 2011.43(12): 3430-3435. IF:

2.3,Q2

[22] T. Khatib, A. Mohamed. A feasibility Study for Electricity Generation Using Wind Power Systems in the

Malaysian Borneo. Proceeding of IEEE Power and Energy Conference. 2012: 576-580

[21] A. Mohamed, T. Khatib. Design of Hybrid PV/Diesel Generator Systems at Minimum Cost: a Case

study of Kuching, Malaysia. 2012 IEEE Power & Energy Society Transmission & Distribution Conference &

Exposition. US. pp. 1-6.

Systems, High Voltages, Electric Machines. Malaysia. pp. 486-489 Cited by 3

[1] T. Khaitb. Deign of photovoltaic water pumping systems at minimum cost for Palestine. J. of Applied

Sciences. 2010. 10(22):2773-2784.


[6] T. Khatib, A. Mohamed, K. Sopian, M. Mahmoud. An Iterative Method for Designing High Reliable

Standalone PV Systems at Minimum Cost for Malaysia. The 2011 IEEE Symposium on Industrial


[2] T. Khatib, A, Mohamed, M. Mahmoud, K. Sopian. Modeling of daily solar energy on a horizontal surface

for five main sites in Malaysia. J. of Green Energy. 2011. 8(8): 795-819 IF: 0.74,Q3

[3] T. Khatib, A. Mahmoud, N. Amin, K. Sopian. An efficient maximum power point tracking controller

[2] T. Khatib. A review of designing, installing and evaluating standalone photovoltaic power systems. J. of

Applied Sciences. 2010. 10(13):1212-1228.

for PV systems using new boost converter design and improved control algorithm. WSEAS Transaction

[4] T. Khatib, S. Sadi. Modeling of Wind Speed for Palestine Using Using Artificial Neural Netwrok. Journal

of Applied Sciences. 2011. 11(14):2634-2639.

2010

Power Engineering and Optimization Conference, Malaysia, pp:6-7.

[7] T. Khatib, A. Mohamed & K. Sopian. Modeling of Wind Speed and Relative Humidity for Malaysia Using

ANNs: Approach to Estimate Dust Deposition on PV Systems. 2011. The 5th International


Electronics and Applications. Malaysai. pp. 82-87


[5] T. Khatib, A. Mohamed, K. Sopian, M. Mahmoud. Modeling of Solar Energy for Malaysia Using Artificial

Neural Networks. 2011. The 11th WSEAS/IASME International Conference on Electric Power


[15] T. Khatib, A. Mohamed, K. Sopian, M. Mahmoud. An Assessment of Diffuse Solar Energy Models in

Terms of Estimation Accuracy. Energy Procedia.2012. 14(2012): 2066-2074

[19] S. AlSadi, T. Khatib. Modeling of relative humidity using artificial neural network. J. of of Asian

Scientific Research. 2012. 2(2):80-85.


[17] S. AlSadi, T. Khatib. An novel DC-DC boost converter design for higher conversion efficiency. J. of

Asian Scientific Research. 2012. 2(3):108-115

[16] T. Khatib, A. Mohamed, M. Mahmoud, K. Sopian. Estimating Global Solar Energy Using Multilayer

Perception Artificial Neural Network . Int. J. of Energy. 2012. 6(1):25-33.

[18] S. AlSadi, T. Khatib, S. Malloh. Development of a novel solar radiation measuring device. J. of Asian

Scientific Research. 2012. 2(2): 40-44.

[14]T. Khatib, A. Mohamed, K. Sopian. A Software Tool for Optimal Sizing of PV Systems in Malaysia. J. of

Modelling and Simulation in Engineering. 2012. 2012 (ID 969248):1-11

[13] T. Khatib, A. Mohamed, M. Mahmoud, K. Sopian . An iterative method for calculating the optimum size

of inverter in PV systems for Malaysia. J. of Electrical Review.2012. 88(4):281-284 IF 0.24,Q4

[20] T. Khatib, A. Mohamed, K. Sopian. On the monthly optimum tilt angle of solar panel for five sites in

Malaysia. 2012.The 6th int. power engineering & optimization conference.Malaysia. pp. 7-10. Cited by 0

2011

[3] T. Khatib, J. Fadda, S. Alsadi. A reliable solution for JAWWAL’s BTS power shortages in GAZA using a

PV system. European J. of Scientific Research.2011.56(1):104-111.

E N D O F T H E L I S T

[2] T. Khatib, A.Mahmoud, N.Amin. A new controller scheme for photovoltaic power generation systems.

European J. of Scientific Research. 2009. 33(3):515–524.


[5] T. Khatib, A. Mahmoud, N. Amin, K. Sopian, 2010, An Improved Indirect Maximum Power Point

Tracking Method for Standalone Photovoltaic Systems, Procceding of the 9th WSEAS International

[6] Tamer Khatib & Azah Mohamed. 2010. High Efficient Standalone Photovoltaic Power System. LAP

LAMBERT, Saarbrücken, Germany. ISBN: 978-3843377171.

[3] T. Khatib, A. Mahmoud, N. Amin. 2009. An Efficient Standalone Photovoltaic System Design for Mobile

Communication Transceivers. Engineering Post Graduate Conference, Malaysia. pp:1-9

[4] T. Khatib, A. Mohamed, M. Mahmoud, N.Amin.An efficient maximum power point tracking controller

[1] T. Khatib, Azah. Mohamed, R.. Khan and N. Amin. A novel active sun tracking controller for

photovoltaic panels. J. of Applied Sciences. 2009. 9(22):4050-4055.

Note: This book has been accredited as a textbook for a master course entitled "Driving a PV system by digital computer" at “University

of Science and Technology of Oran”, Algeria, 2012

Power Engineering and Optimization Conference. Malaysia. pp:42-47.

Power Point Tracking Controller for a Standalone Photovoltaic System. International Review on Modelling

and Simulation. 2010. 3(2):129 -139.

C. Books


2009

B. International Conferences Proceedings


on Power Systems. 2010. 5(2):53-63.

Appendix 15.2

Tamer KHATIB, Associate Professor in Renewable

Habilitation in Renewable and Sustainable Energy

Ph.D. in Electrical Electronics and Systems Engineering

M.Sc. in Electrical Electronics and Systems Engineering

B.Sc in Electrical Engineering

T E A C H I N G S T A T E M E N T

1. TEACHING INTERESTS

In general and according to my qualifications the most preferred courses to be

taught for Master and Bachelor students are:

- Solar energy fundamentals and modeling

- Photovoltaic power systems

- Distributed generation and smart grids

- Modeling of renewable energy systems

In the meanwhile, I also can teach the following courses for Bachelor students

- Introduction to renewable energy

- Electrical power system

- Power Electronics

- Wind power systems

- Electric circuit

- Energy policy

2. COURSES I HAVE TAUGHT

An-Najah National University, Nablus, Palatine

- Solar energy fundamentals and modeling (four times) (Master level)

- Principal of research and statistical analysis (one time) (Master level)

- Research Seminar in Electrical Power Systems and Renewable energy

(four times) (Master level)

- Renewable energy systems (one time) (B.Sc level)

- Special topics in renewable energy (two times) (B.Sc level)

- Hybrid renewable energy systems (two times) (B.Sc level)

- Modeling of energy systems (two times)

- Electrical power systems (five times)

- Energy Policy (three times)

Alpen Adria Universtat Klagenfurt Klagenfurt , Austria

- Modeling and Simulation of Energy Systems (six times) (Master level)

Palestine Technical University, Tulkarm, Palestine

- Introduction to Renewable Energy (one time) (B.Sc level)

Appendix 15.2

- Electrical & Electronic Circuits Lap (one time) (B.Sc level)

Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Bangi, Malaysia

- Photovoltaic systems: Theory and Design (one time) (B.Sc level)

- Electrical & Electronic Circuits Lap (one time) (B.Sc level)

Universiti Teknologi MARA, Shah Alam, Malaysia

- Introduction to Renewable Energy (one time) (B.Sc level) -

3. TEACHING PHILOSOPHY

In general I believe that nothing better than self-learning as the learner will

remember the information which he learned from this process forever. In the

meanwhile, applied sciences is better to be taught by practice not just theory.

However, theory is still important and my aim in the classes is to make student

interested in it. Therefore what I am doing in classes is describing the theory then

start talking about it in a way that I make the students interested in reading and

talking more about it outside the lecture so as to put them in a self-learning

process. Theory side talks can be practical issue connected to the theory,

professional opportunities, career tracks and public figures who made use of this

theory. I strongly believe in books and I push students to read it, however, I also

believe in other teaching materials such as research papers, technical notes,

movies, stories, newspapers, magazines trips and many other motivating issues.

I am very flexible at classes and I believe in life after deadlines. I always wish to

have student who would love to attend my class because they love to hear about

the subject which will for sure put them in a good self-learning process

Appendix 15.3

Tamer Khatib, B.Sc., MSc., Ph.D, Habilitation

B.Sc.in Electrical Engineering (Electrical power systems)

M.Sc. in Electrical, Electronic and Systems Engineering (Photovoltaic power systems)

Ph.D. in Electrical, Electronic and Systems Engineering (Photovoltaic power systems) Habilitation in Renewable and Sustainable Energy (Photovoltaic power systems)

R E S E A R C H S T A T E M E N T

Research interests

My research interests mainly fall in the scope of photovoltaic systems and solar

energy fundamentals. These interests include PV systems design and

optimization, modeling and control of PV systems, hybrid PV/Wind systems,

hybrid PV/diesel systems, Grid connected PV systems, sun trackers, MPPT

technology, inverters in PV system, solar chargers, solar energy prediction, AI

applications for solar energy and PV systems, wind power systems, wind

chargers, wind energy modeling and prediction.

Research publication

See full publication list Appendix 15.1

Research grants

[1] Feasibility of Solar Energy (Photovoltaic) Systems in Oman, The Research

Council, Oman, 2012 (2 years), 164,000 USD, Research team member

[2] MONERGY - ICT solutions for energy saving in Smart homes, Lakeside labs

Gmbh, Austria, 2013 (2.5 years), 587,628 USD, Research team member

[3] Smart Microgrid Lab Project, Lakeside labs, Austria Gmbh, 2013 (2 years),

802,500 USD Research team member

[4] Modeling and Engineering of Self-Organizing Networks (MESON), Lakeside

labs GmbH, Austria, 2014, (3.5 years), 428,853 USD Research team member

[5] Optimum Modeling, Placement, Sizing and Control of Photovoltaic Based

Distribution Generation Units in Electrical Power System, Palestinian

Universities Support Fund, Grant, 2017, (One year), 19,600 USD, Research

Principal

[6] Mapping and modeling of the Palestinian distribution electric network for

better planning of renewable energy based distributed generation, An-Najah

Research Fund, 2017, (One Year), 5,000 USD, Research Principal.

Appendix 15.3

[7] Palestinian children attitude toward renewable energy: a study of current

behavioral and structural barriers, An-Najah Research Fund, 2017, (One Year),

5,000 USD, Research Principal.

[8] Random forests technique for photovoltaic I-V curve extraction and fault

diagnoses in power transformers. Palestinian Ministry of Education & Higher

Education Research Fund, 2018, (One year), 15,000 USD, Research Principal

[9] Hybrid renewable energy systems optimization using AI based techniques,

An-Najah Research Fund, 2018, (One Year), 5,000 USD, Research Principal.

[10] Development of a computer game for kids to raise awareness of Palestinian

kids, An-Najah Research Fund, 2018, (One Year), 5,000 USD, Research Principal.

Scientific reviewing

Since 2010 I have reviewed 330 research articles for many ISI indexed journals

such as:

* Elsevier Journals: Solar Energy, Energy Conversion and Management,

Renewable Energy, Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, Applied

Energy, Sustainable Energy Technologies and Assessments, Energy Reports,

Journal of Energy storage, Energy strategy reviews.

* Taylor and Francis Journals: Int. Journal of Green Energy, Electric Power

Components and Systems, International Journal of Sustainable Energy

* ASME Journals: Solar Energy Engineering

* AIP Journals: Journal of Renewable & Sustainable Energy

* Wiley Journals: International Transactions on Electrical Energy Systems

* Hindawi Journals: International Journal of Photoenergy

* IEEE Transactions: IEEE Transaction on Smart Grid, IEEE Transactions on

Industrial Electronics, IEEE access

* MDPI: Energies, Sustainability, Applied sciences, Resources

Funding research project evaluation

[1] Funding Proposals Assessor, University of Majmaah, Kingdom of Saudi

Arabia. 2013.

[1] Funding Proposals Assessor, The Scientific Research Support Fund, Jordan.

2013,

[3] Funding Proposals Assessor, The Federal Ministry of Education and

Research, Germany, 2016

Detailed research activities

Energy Engineering and Environment 2015-still, An-Najah National

University, Palestine. My research activities are mainly on PV pumping

Appendix 15.3

systems, standalone PV systems, distributed generation systems,

application of AI for renewable energy systems.

Smart grid group 2013-2015, Institute of Networked and Embedded

Systems, 2013- present: My research objectives was to develop a novel

model for solar energy data mining, develop a novel simplified energy

flow models for PV systems, and to develop and optimal sizing tool using

ANN for PV systems. In addition to that other research on PV systems

availability and PV system in power systems are in process

Sohar University 2013: In this phase I have been assigned as a research at

Renewable Energy and Sustainable Technology Research Group. Our

research objectives at the group at that time were to investigate the

performance parameters of PV system in Oman such, tilt angle, dust,

module temperature, cell temperature, productivity, efficiency, To

develop an optimal and effective design of solar energy PV systems, to

design an optimal system to supply electrical energy to people in isolated

communities and to develop simulation design tools and methodologies

to be used throughout the solar design process.

Institute of Solar Energy Research, National University of Malaysia 2012-

2013: During my Ph.D study, I have been assigned as a part time research

assistant at Institute of Solar Energy Research, National University of

Malaysia. During this phase, I have done research regarding the

performance of PV and wind power systems. One of these researchers

aims to study the field operation experience for a grid connected PV

system under tropical climate. The operation performance data were

recorded in order to develop accurate mathematical models for the system

as well as to evaluate the productivity of the system. In addition to this

research, the feasibility of a small wind charger for remote coastal housing

electrification in Malaysia is studied. Hourly wind speed data for nine

coastal sites in Malaysia are used.. Other research was done for a solar

hydrogen system. In this study a premanufactured unitized regenerative

fuel cells in which the electrolyzer and the fuel cell function within one

cell at different modes has been used. The system components were

modeled and the one-day real operational and simulated data has been

presented and compared. In additional to that, some other research

regarding renewable energy sources assessment for Kuwait have been

done under research collaboration with our institute.

Ph.D research 2011-2013: The main objective of my Ph.D research is to

reduce the capital cost of PV systems and thus, optimization of PV system

based on the Malaysian weather profile is conducted. The research

methodology is implemented in two phases; prediction of meteorological

Appendix 15.3

variables and optimization of PV system. In the first phase, a novel

approach is proposed for meteorological variable prediction using the

generalized regression neural network (GRNN). The developed GRNN

model predicts four meteorological variables, namely, solar energy,

ambient temperature, wind speed and relative humidity by using sun

shine ratio, day number and location coordinates as the input variables. In

the second phase, novel numerical algorithms are proposed for

optimizing three types of PV systems, namely, standalone PV systems,

hybrid PV/wind systems and hybrid PV/diesel systems. The proposed

algorithms aim to optimize the PV array tilt angle, the size of PV array,

wind turbine, diesel generator and battery as well as the inverter size. The

optimization problem is to minimize the capital and running cost of a PV

system subject to the highest achievable reliability. The proposed

optimization algorithms use hourly meteorological data, energy models

for PV systems, load profile and the concept of loss of load probability to

generate an optimum design space for the desired PV systems. To

generalize the optimization results, sizing factors which are the ratio of the

capacity of the energy source to the daily load demand are defined as CA,

CB, CW and CDG for the PV array, battery, wind turbine and diesel

generator, respectively. A sizing factor is also defined for the inverter (RS)

which is the ratio of PV rated power to inverter’s rated power. A software

tool called as PV.MY is also developed with capabilities of predicting solar

energy, ambient temperature and wind speed as well as optimizing the

PV module tilt angle and the size of PV array, battery, wind turbine, diesel

generator and inverter.

M.Sc. research, 2009-2010: In this phase I developed an efficient

standalone PV system by considering two approaches to increase the

efficiency of energy produced from PV systems. The first approach is by

developing an efficient maximum power point tracking (MPPT) controller

of the PV system. While the second approach is by developing an accurate

model of an active sun tracker. To achieve an efficient MPPT controller, a

new boost converter design and an improved MPPT algorithm were

incorporated. In the proposed boost converter design, a passive

regenerative snubber circuit is included to absorb the energy of stray

inductance so as to reduce the IGBT switching losses. As for the improved

MPPT algorithm, it is based on the curve fitting method which attempts to

predict the power voltage characteristic curve by a polynomial function of

the fourth order. In the second approach for the development of an

efficient PV system, a new open loop tracking algorithm is introduced to

calculate the optimum tilt angle at which the installed collector should be

Appendix 15.3

slanted to collect the maximum solar radiation. A prototype of the MPPT

controller has been built and tested using a 350 Watt PV system to verify

the validity of the proposed boost converter design and the new MPPT

algorithm.

Bachelor research, 2008: My B.S. research was photovoltaic power

systems. The objective of this research was to develop a novel I-V

characteristic tester for PV panels. In this research I propose measuring

method represented by a capacitor that is charged by PV module. Using

the equivalent circuit of the PV generator with a capacitor as load and

applying transient analysis on the circuit, i obtain the capacitor charging

voltage and current as a function of time, as well as their differentials as a

function of short circuit current and capacitor size. A prototype of the

proposed device is built and tested.

Appendix 15.4





P O S T G R A D U A T E R E S E A R C H S

U P E R V I S I O N & E X A M I N A T I O N

Ph.D research supervised

[1] Development of a mathematical model for temperature elements & techno-

economical analysis of PV system performance in the tropics, Ph.D. Thesis, 2014,

Universiti Putra Malaysia: Co-Supervisor

[2] Optimum operational control of PV/diesel/battery system operation using heuristic

techniques. Ph.D. Thesis. 2016. Tenaga National University, Malaysia : Co-Supervisor

[3] Optimization and Control of solar water pumping systems. Ph.D. Thesis. 2017.

Tenaga National University, Malaysia. Co-Supervisor

M.Sc research supervised

[1] An improved maximum power point tracking controller for PV systems using

artificial neural network, Master Thesis, 2012, Tenaga National University, Malaysia: Co-

Supervisor

[2] Data modeling using artificial intelligence techniques: A case study with solar

irradiance data. M.Sc. Thesis. 2014. Government College University, Pakistan: Co-

Supervisor

[3] Optimal modeling and sizing of standalone PV systems using Random Forest

techniques and numerical algorithm. M.Sc. Thesis. 2016. National University of Malaysia

: Co-Supervisor

[4] Optimal sizing of Inverter in Grid Connected PV system. M.Sc. Thesis.2017. An-

Najah National University, Palestine. Main Supervisor

[5] Optimal placement of distributed generation units in distribution networks using

PSO technique, M.Sc. Thesis. 2018. An-Najah National University, Palestine. Co-

Supervisor

[6] Impact of distribution generation modelling techniques on distributed generation

units' optimal sizing and placement in distribution networks, M.Sc. Thesis. 2018. An-

Najah National University, Palestine. Co-Supervisor

Appendix 15.4

[7] Sustainable power solution from monolithic integrated PV-battery. M.Sc. Thesis.

2018 An-Najah National University, Palestine. Main Supervisor

[8] Predicating I-V characteristic curve using Random Forest Techniques, M.Sc.

Thesis.2019. An-Najah National University, Palestine. Main Supervisor

[9] Prediction and Classification of short circuit current in power transformers using

Random Forest technique, M.Sc. Thesis. 2019 An-Najah National University, Palestine.

Main Supervisor

B.Sc research supervised

[1] Optimization of tilt angle for PV systems for Palestine. 2016. An-Najah National

University

[2] Modeling of standalone PV systems performance in Palestine. 2016. An-Najah

National University

[3] Modeling of solar energy using artificial nueral networks for Palestine. 2016. An-

Najah National University.

[4] Development of PVopt: A software for optimal sizing or standalone PV system in

Palestine. 2017. An-Najah National University.

[5] Modeling of solar energy on east-west mounted PV panels. 2017. An-Najah National

University.

[6] Evaluation of isotropic and in-isotropic solar energy models considering the

optimum tilt angle for PV panels. 2017. An-Najah National University.

[7] Life cycle assessment of PV system in Palestine. 2017. An-Najah National University

[8] Design of PV system for rural electrification in Wadi Alkelab location. 2017. An-

Najah National University.

[9] Measuring the awareness of Palestinian kids in Palestine. 2017. An-Najah National

University

[10] Development of a new offline method for extracting I-V characteristic curve for

photovoltaic modules using artificial neural networks. 2018. An-Najah National

University

[11] Development of SolenX: A Reliable and Cost Effective Solar Aid Box for

Underserved and Rural Areas in Palestine. 2018. An-Najah National University.

[12] Measuring the awareness of Palestinian youth in Palestine. 2018. An-Najah

National University

[13] Modeling of solar energy on Mars. 2018. An-Najah National University

[14] Design of PV based large water pumping system for irrigation well in Jordan

valley. 2018. An-Najah National University

[15] Rehabilitation of water oasis in Mauritania using PV based pumping system. 2019.

An-Najah National University.

[16] Developing of a PV based dosing pump for irrigation water treatment in Jordan

Valley. 2019. An-Najah National University

Appendix 15.4

[17] Design of a floating PV pumping system for water irrigation in Jordan Valley. 2019.

An-Najah National University

Postgraduate research examination

Ph.D thesis examination

[1] A novel technique to classify the source of the neutral to earth voltage using support

vector machine and Fourier analysis based on time-frequency analysis. Universiti

Teknologi MARA. Malaysia. 2018.

Appendix 15.5

Tamer Khatib, B.Sc., MSc.,Ph.D, Habilitation




C O N S U L T A N C Y E X P E R I E N C E

Since the 1st of September, 2016, I am working as consultant in the field of renewable

power systems, energy management and energy policy. Below are the consultancy

positions which I have hold so far in detail:

1. Consultancy in the field of grid connected photovoltaic power systems

Client: World Vision International & BMZ. Germany

Period: 09/2016 – 09/2017

Location: Palestine

Working days: 50

Daily rate: 170 USD

Summary: WVI wanted to install 28 photovltiac grid connected systems at

schools in Palestine. Thus, they have offered me the consultancy

position so as to supervise the design and the installation of these

systems. Moreover, the preparation and evaluation of a tender for the

system was included in the consultancy terms of reference

2. Consultancy in the field of grid connected photovoltaic power systems

Client: GIGAWATT, Holland

8 clients

7 countries

10 projects

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Period: 11/2016 – 06/2017

Working days: 30

Location: Palestine

Daily rate: 300 USD

Summary: GIGAWATT International Company wanted to invest a 5.7 MWp grid

connected PV system in Palestine. The company has offered me the

consultancy so as to conduct the necessary analysis for the system

including system design, operation and grid impact. Moreover,

environmental impact assessment for the system was requested so as

to prepare a bankable proposal for the project.

3. Consultancy in the field of renewable energy policy

Client: PICA, Ministry of foreign affairs, Palestine

Period: 01.11.2016 – 30.11.2016

Working days: 10

Location: Mauritania

Daily rate: 200 USD

Summary: PICA offered me the consultancy position to join its mission to

Mauritania which aims to help the Mauritanian government in

drafting a renewable energy policy and to prepare funding and

bankable proposals for future projects. Moreover, it was requested by

PICA to train Mauritanian engineers on the design, installation and

operation of renewable power systems.

4. Consultancy in the field of standalone photovoltaic power systems

Client: WAFAA, Indonesia

Period: 01/2017 – 03/2017

Working days: 10

Location: Palestine

Daily rate: 250 USD

Summary: WAFAA wanted to fund a small community located in a rural area in

Palestine so as to provide them electricity by a standalone PV system.

Thus, WAFFA has offered me the consultancy so as to select the area,

supervise the purchase of the system, manage the fund, design the

system and supervise the installation of the system.

5. Consultancy in the field of funding proposal writing and preparation

Client: GIZ, Germany

Period: 02/2017 – 06/2017

Working days: 25

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Location: Palestine

Daily rate: 300 USD

Summary: Within a scope of funded project by GIZ Germany, ten chambers of

commerce in the west bank were targeted to get funded for training

projects in the field of sustainability. These projects aimed to increase

green jobs for young Palestinians. Thus, GIZ offered me a consultancy

to supervise the preparation of the funding proposals and build

capacities at these chambers of commerce in the field of funding

proposal writing and preparation. At the end of this phase, seven

chambers of commerce out of ten won the fund.

6. Consultancy in the field of photovoltaic system and smart grid

Client: GIZ, Germany

Period: 06/2017 – 04/2018

Working days: 41

Location: Palestine

Daily rate: 300 USD

Summary: With the scope of a project funded by GIZ Germany, GIZ wanted to

conduct trainings on the installations of photovoltaic systems, smart

homes and other novel electric installations. Thus, GIZ offered me this

consultancy contract to supervise trainings in Jerusalem, Bethlehem,

Tulkarm and Nablus.

7. Consultancy in the field of evaluation of EU funded project in the field of

photovoltaic power systems

Client: Applied Research Institute Jerusalem (ARIJ), Palestine

Period: 09/2017 – 10/2017

Working days: 25

Location: Palestine

Daily rate: 250 USD

Summary: ARIJ has got funded by an EU project to install photovoltaic power

systems in Tubas city in Palestine so as to help five governmental

facilities in generating green energy. Moreover, the project aimed to

promote green and sustainable governance in these facilities as well

as other schools in the city. Finally the project aimed to increase

awareness on renewable and sustainable energy. ARIJ offered me the

consultancy position so as to conduct an evaluation of project’s

outcome and results as an external evaluator.

8. Consultancy in the field photovoltaic power systems impact on the grid

Appendix 15.5

Client: BAZY Trading & Contracting Co., Palestine

Period: 02/2018 – 03/2018

Working days: 15

Location: Palestine

Daily rate: 200 USD

Summary: BAZY co is planning to install two photovoltaic power systems (300

kWp each) in the city of Nablus as grid connected systems to NEDCO.

Thus, they offer me the consultancy position to conduct a study on the

impact of these systems on the grid of NEDCO as a requirement for

getting installation permission from NEDCO.

9. Consultancy in the field of photovoltaic system and sustainable buildings

Client: World Vision International & BMZ. Germany

Period: 1/01/2018 – 15/02/2018

Working days: 15

Location: Palestine

Daily rate: 300 USD

Summary: WVI planning to submit a funding proposal to the BMZ with an

amount of EUR 1000,000.00. This project aims to provide 28 schools in

Palestine with sustainable action. Thus, my task was to conduct a

feasibility study of the proposal and submit a report to BMZ.

10. Consultancy in the field of photovoltaic systems

Client: PICA, Ministry of foreign affairs, Palestine

Period: 01.08.2018 – 01.11.2018

Working days: 15

Location: Kenya

Daily rate: 250 USD

Summary: PICA offered me the consultancy position to join its mission to Keyna

which aims to design and supervise the bidding and the installation

of a 25 kWp PV system as well as a 20 kVA diesel generator for a

school in Nairobi

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D E T A I L E D J O B D E S C R I P T I O N

1. Electrical Engineer, Fury Trade ltd., Nablus, Palestine.

Contract type: Permanent, Full time, (45) hours per week

Employment period: 6 months

Monthly Salary: 600 USD

Degree: B.Sc.

Fury Trade Company is a trading company for prepaid electricity meters and

electrical pumps. I have worked for this company for six months. During this

period, I hold three main titles namely “Sales Engineer”, “Site Engineer” and

“Planning Engineer”.The conducted task during this period was as follows:

i. Marketing different brands and types of prepaid electricity meters.

ii. Writing project’s proposals as well as feasibility studies for prepaid electricity

meter installation projects.

iii.Supervising prepaid electricity meter installation projects (about 25 projects).

iv. Design control panels for dosing pumps

Exit reason: I have resigned from this job so as to pursue my master study which

was in a different country.

2. Part time lecturer, Faculty of electrical engineering, Universiti Teknologi MARA

(UiTM), Malaysia.

Contract type: Temporary , Part time, (4) hours per week


Lump sum remuneration: 1600 USD

Degree: M.Sc.

I have worked at the electrical engineering faculty of the UiTM as a part time

lecture for Renewable Energy course for 4th year electrical engineering students.

The period of this job was 4 months.

Exit reason: End of the contract.

3. Researcher, Faculty of Engineering, Sohar University, Oman.



Monthly Salary: 2000 USD

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Degree: M.Sc.

I have worked at Renewable Energy Research Group at Sohar University as a

researcher in Dr. Hussian Kazem research group for 8 months. Some of work

was conducted remotely while the remaining was on site. During this period I

hold the title of “Researcher”. The responsibilities that I hold during this period

are listed below:

i. Conducting researches in the field of photovoltaic power systems size

optimization, Solar energy source assessment in Oman

ii. Writing research proposal for possible funding

iii.Supervising undergraduates final year projects and a master thesis


4. Visiting Technical Advisor, Sunergy for renewable energy solutions, Palestine.

Contract type: Temporary , Full time, (45) hours per week

Employment period: 1 month


Degree: Ph.D

I have worked at Sunergy for one month. During this period I hold the title of

“Visiting Technical Advisor”. The responsibilities that I hold during this period

are listed below:

i. Founding and leading the renewable power system department.

ii. Writing project proposal templates for future use by the company.

iii.Design the contents of company’s website and company’s brochure.

iv. Training the division’s members on design and installing PV systems


5. Part time lecturer, Faculty of engineering, Palestine Technical University (PTU-K),

Palestine.




Degree: Ph.D

I have worked at the electrical engineering department of PTU-K as a part time

lecture for Renewable Energy and Electric circuit lap courses for 5th and 2nd year

electrical engineering students. The period of this job was 2 months (short

summer term).


6. Senior Researcher and academic staff, Institute of Networks and Embedded

systems, University of Klangenfurt, Austria.

Contract type: Temporary , Full time, (40) hours per week

Monthly salary: 4500 USD

Degree: Ph.D

Appendix 15.6

I have worked at KLU as a “Senior Researcher”. The period of this job was 22

months. The conducted tasks are described below:

i. Conduct researchers in the field of photovoltaic systems and smart grids.

ii. Teaching master courses in the field of smart grid

iii. Supervise postgraduate studies.

iv. Writing research proposal for possible funding

Exit reason: End of Contract

7. Visiting Lecturer, Department of Electrical Electronic and systems Engineering ,

Universirty Kebangsaan Malaysai, Malaysia .

Contract type: Temporary , full time, (40) hours per week


Degree: Ph.D

I have worked for University Kebangsaan Malaysia as a visiting lecture. During

this period I have lectured about photovoltaic theory and applications and

supervise postgraduate students. The period of this job was one months

Exit reason: End of the contract

8. Assistant Professor , Department of Energy Engineering and Environment , An-

Najah National University, Palestine.

Contract type: Tenure Track , full time, (24) hours per week


Degree: Ph.D

I have worked for An-Najah National University as an Assistant professor of

Renewable Energy. During this period I have lectured about renewable power

systems and supervise undergraduate and postgraduate students.

Exit reason: being promoted to Associate professor

9. Associate Professor , Department of Energy Engineering and Environment , An-

Najah National University, Palestine.

Contract type: Tenure Track , full time, (19) hours per week


Degree: Ph.D

I have worked for An-Najah National University as an associate professor of

Renewable Energy. During this period I have lectured about renewable power

systems and supervise undergraduate and postgraduate students.

Exit reason: ()

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