Massoud Riyazi
MASSOUD RIYAZI, Ph.D., P.Eng.
Faculty Member | Structural Engineering and Earthquake Engineering Expert
Structural engineering educator and professional with more than 23 years of university teaching experience. Since 2001, he has served as a faculty member at Islamic Azad University, Mashhad Branch, where more than 6,000 engineering students have attended his undergraduate, master's, and Ph.D.-level courses. He holds a Ph.D. in Structural Engineering from Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, an M.Sc. in Structural Engineering from Tarbiat Modarres University, and a B.Sc. in Civil Engineering from Islamic Azad University.
His expertise includes structural analysis and optimization, earthquake engineering, seismic design, structural dynamics, bridge engineering, strength of materials, steel and concrete design, curriculum development, student mentorship, thesis supervision, and professional engineering training. His teaching approach connects structural theory with practical engineering challenges and supports both academic learning and continuing professional development.