The HIWPT Newsletter 2021 | 2nd Quarter_EN

Strategic Partners: JULY 01, 2021 | Vol. 2 Issue 3 Follow us on: Higher Institute for Water and Power Technologies |P.O. Box 53 Rabigh 21911, Saudi Arabia www.hiwpt.edu.sa | info@hiwpt.edu.sa |+966 12 4222322 ext. 124 |+966 540272423 ANNOUNCEMENT: Board appoints Engr. Tariq AlShamrani as new EMD…page 8 Inside This Issue HIWPT joins WFDP kick-off of ACWA Power, Obeikan in collaborative …page 2 HIWPT hosts delegates from Uzbekistan Ministry of Energy, Science Academy…page 4 HIWPT launches 2nd e-summer program to train young Saudis…page 5 Students aim to reimagine transportation through e-bike…page 6

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The HIWPT Empowering Youth for a Brighter Tomorrow... Page 4 Newsletter HIWPT hosts delegates from Uzbekistan Ministry of Energy, Science Academy On May 25, 2021 in Rabigh, the Higher Institute for Water and Power Technologies (HIWPT) hosted delegates from Uzbekistan Ministry of Energy (MOE) and Science Academy. This visit is intended to familiarize the delegates with the experience of HIWPT, the flagship training institute of ACWA Power, in areas of technical and vocational education in industrial fields. Accompanied by ACWA Power representatives, Uzbek Officials led by Ubaydullaev Adkham Israiljanovich, Deputy Director of Project Office of Uzbekistan MOE, was able to join in an organized luncheon meeting and presentation of HIWPT headed by Engr. Tariq AlShamrani, Executive Managing Director of HIWPT consecutively a campus facilities and workshops tour and an interaction with trainees. Following agreements signed in March 2020 between ACWA Power and Uzbekistan Government of Clean Energy construction projects in the region, the visit is a part of Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) of both parties for the development of a training center to enhance the technical skills of Uzbek students and professionals. Accordingly, ACWA Power is committed to training and upskilling 1000 local employees in Uzbekistan during the project’s construction and operation phases, generating long-term, socio-economic value through knowledge sharing and job creation.

The HIWPT Empowering Youth for a Brighter Tomorrow... Page 5 Newsletter HIWPT launches 2nd e-summer program to train young Saudis The Higher Institute for Water and Power The program is designed Technologies (HIWPT) launched the 2nd e-summer to accelerate learning training program on June 20, 2021, in continued and provide new partnership with ACWA Power. avenues for students to safely engage with each The virtual launch ceremony, held at the HIWPT in other in fun activities. Rabigh, was attended by the executive managing director of HIWPT, Engr. Tariq Al Shamrani, staff, and AHMAD KAMIREA students. ELearning Specialist The program aims to equip community members, HIWPT particularly young Saudis, with the skills and knowledge required for the job market to achieve the objectives of Vision 2030. Ahmad Kamirea, the HIWPT eLearning Specialist for the development and design of training programs, presented the features of the electronic training platform Moodle and BigBlueButton, which he supervises. He said that Moodle is an electronic platform that provides training to meet the needs of the job market. It aims to expand training, cover all regions and develop the skills of students, job seekers, and employees. He added that the program targets all secondary school students, ages between 15-20 years old, both males and females. The e-summer program runs until July 15, 2021, and has initially registered 100 participants, from different cities in the kingdom. This program comprised of various online training courses such as English language, computer skills, health and safety, fire safety, safe driving, time management, dealing with others, and principles of small and medium projects. Across various modules, the program is designed to accelerate learning and provide new avenues for students to safely engage with each other in fun activities.

The HIWPT Empowering Youth for a Brighter Tomorrow... Page 6 Newsletter A group of students of the Higher Institute for Water and Power Technologies (HIWPT), under the sponsorship of Al Forsan Ceramics, has charged up by special project ‘e-bike’ or electrical bike, a student-driven initiative that is working to create environmentally- friendly transportation options by converting standard bikes to electric bikes. Electric bikes or e-bike, look just like regular provide an enterprise that will make electric bikes tricycles. However, a three-wheel e-bike has a as economical and accessible as possible. battery-driven motor attached to them that supplies power to the bike. The design of the e-bike is Abdulmajeed Azouz, HIWPT Head of Training adaptable to the current hand-powered tricycles Department, praised the effort of its training team with little modification. The design consists of an and the spirit and dedication of the students electric motor, a drive system, motor and steering involved in the project. “This project aims to add controls, and a power supply. It can carry a an electric power train and control system to the maximum weight of 350 kg and can reach a current hand-powered e-bike to provide users with maximum speed of 30 km/hr and cover a distance of improved levels of mobility, facilitating freedom in up to 70 km in a single electric charge. travel and contribution to the community”, Azouz said. Through the project, student researchers hope to

The HIWPT Empowering Youth for a Brighter Tomorrow... Page 7 Newsletter In addition, 39 students involved in the project as part of the fulfilment of their training in electrical and mechanical maintenance course were very much proud of this achievement. Such accomplishment has been witnessed by their sponsoring company — Al Forsan Ceramics, during the e-bike testing and presentation on their graduation day held at HIWPT Multi-Purpose Hall in Rabigh last June 03, 2021. ABDULMAJEED AZOUZ “We can say our project has been a success. We believe that we have a system that will be effective Head, Training Department - HIWPT in providing mobility for persons in future work. One of the major lessons we have learned is that “The design objectives required a simple and designing an appropriate technology is a huge affordable design for the power train and controls, challenge. Appropriate is more than just availability a design that needed to be reliable, sustainable, for replication, it considers longevity, reliability, and functional.” Azouz further said. “Project e-bike and efficiency”, Saud Al Sahafi said, the student further aims to make more energy-efficient using project team leader. clean energy without carbon emissions, as well as healthier, modes of transportation easily “Much of this future work will hopefully commence accessible. With this project, we’re trying to see a in preparation for our joining the company of Al change in this happen.” Forsan manufacturing facilities.”

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The HIWPT Empowering Youth for a Brighter Tomorrow... Page 10 Newsletter ANNOUNCEMENT Introducing our new HIWPT Chairman! We are very delighted to announce the appointment of Mr. Thamer AlSharhan as the new Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Higher Institute for Water and Power Technologies (HIWPT). Mr. AlSharhan is a top executive of ACWA Power presently serving as a Managing Director. In this role, Mr. AlSharhan led the transformation of ACWA Power as the company continues to expand its operations in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and beyond. He will bring his energy, enthusiasm, and invaluable experience to add strength and depth to the Leadership Team at HIWPT. Mr. AlSharhan is a proven leader with strong technical skills and great business insights. He is also passionate about improving education for our community of educators and future generations. Engr. Tariq AlShamrani, acting HIWPT Executive Director stated: \"Mr. AlSharhan has well proven capability, professionalism and unwavering commitment to excellence. He has played a development role in advancing ACWA Power. As our organization has started to scale, it has become clear to me that Mr. AlSharhan is the best person in the region to lead HIWPT!\" Suhad Jeddawi Hassan Kamel Khaled Bayseed Salim Bhai Hazem Salameh Firoz Abdullah Technical Instructor IT Technician Marketing Specialist Curriculum Developer Registrar Technical Instructor January February March We honor these team members because they exemplify the organization’s values, showing the utmost care for others, they are high-toned individuals, consistently exceeding company expectations in performance and attitude. Because of your efforts and dedication, the HIWPT family is stronger and proud to have you on the team. Thank you for all you do!

The HIWPT Em po we ri ng You th for a Bri gh te r Tom orro w… Page 11 Newsletter FEATURE PROGRAM Wastewater HSE Facility Diesel Engine RO Treatment Technology Management Maintenance Desalination Maintenance Technology Technology (1 Year) (1 Year) (2 Years) (2 Years) (2 Years) HIWPT is continuing to build upon its commitment to providing advanced technical and vocational training that corresponds to companies’ needs in the real world. With the addition of those programs, HIWPT now offers a combined 18 associate degree and diploma courses – details can be viewed at www.hiwpt.edu.sa. For more information about applying to the HIWPT new programs or to learn right more about the training courses, please feel free to contact us.

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The HIWPT Em po we ri ng You th for a Bri gh te r Tom orro w… Page 14 Newsletter SPECIAL REPORT Higher Institute for Water and Power Technologies P.O. Box 53 Rabigh 21911, Saudi Arabia www.hiwpt.edu.sa | info@hiwpt.edu.sa +966 12 422 2322 ext. 124 | +966 54 027 2423 Twitter Facebook Linkedin Instagram @HIWPT