Joined The Citadel Faculty: August 2018
Bio
Dr. Mostafa Batouli is an Associate Professor of Civil and Construction Engineering at The Citadel. He earned his Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from Florida International University and holds two master’s degrees—one in Civil Engineering/Construction Engineering and Management and another in Public Administration—as well as a Graduate Certificate in Homeland Security and Emergency Management.
Dr. Batouli is a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in South Carolina. He also earned the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification in 2020. He teaches a broad range of courses in civil engineering, construction engineering, and project management. His teaching philosophy focuses on inspiring students to think critically and ethically while developing the professional judgment necessary to lead effectively. In recognition of his teaching excellence, he received The Citadel’s Harry Saxe Teaching Award in 2022, based on student nominations and evaluations.
Dr. Batouli’s research has produced over 40 peer-reviewed journal and conference publications, as well as several research reports. His work has received multiple distinctions, including a Third-Place Best Poster Award at the ASCE Construction Research Congress and a Dissertation Year Fellowship from Florida International University in 2016.
An active member of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), Dr. Batouli has played a leading role in developing South Carolina’s Infrastructure Report Card. For his sustained service and professional contributions, he received ASCE South Carolina’s highest honor, the LeTellier Cup, recognizing lifetime achievement in the civil engineering profession.
Courses
Construction Engineering, Estimating, Quality Management, Project Management, Scheduling, Construction Methods, Commercial Construction and Equipment.
Expertise
System-of-Systems Analysis of Sustainability, Resilience in Civil Infrastructure, Coastal Resilience.