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EDUCATION

Michigan State University, 1984-1988, Ph.D., Civil Engineering. GPA: 4.00/4.00
Dissertation:
Volume 1: "Development and Mechanical Characterization of Carbon Fiber Reinforced Cement Composites."
Volume 2: "Mechanical Properties and Structural Applications of Steel Fiber Reinforced Concrete."
Michigan State University, 1984-1988, M.S., Engineering Mechanics. GPA: 3.94/4.00

South Dakota State University, 1983-1984, M.S., Civil Engineering. GPA: 3.92/4.00

Graduation Research Project:
"Beam Analysis and Moment Coefficients for Members of Variable Section."

Damascus University, Syria, 1977-1982, B.S., Civil Engineering. GPA: 3.75/4.00

TEACHING POSITIONS AND RANKS HELD

San Diego State University, Assistant Professor, August 1990 - present, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering.

Bradley University, Assistant Professor, August 1988 - August 1990, Department of Civil Engineering and Construction.

Michigan State University, Research/Teaching Assistant, January 1985 - August 1988, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering.

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Curriculum Development and Teaching Innovations

Proposed a modification in the civil engineering program by replacing ME 260: Engineering Materials with CE 260: Civil Engineering Materials, San Diego State University.

Initiated, developed and taught a new graduate level class: 1) CE 696: Advanced Concrete Materials, San Diego State University.

Actively participated, with Dr. Soroushian, in the initiation, development and teaching of two new graduate classes: (1) CE 808: Fundamentals of Concrete Materials, (2) CE 803: Fiber Reinforced Concrete, Michigan State University.

Instructed the following classes: (1) CE 696: Advanced Concrete Materials, (2) CE 525: Steel Design, (3) CE 495: Civil Engineering Design, (4) CE 479: Construction Materials,

(5) CE 421: Reinforced Concrete Design, (6) CE 301: Solid Mechanics, and (7) CE 302: Solid Mechanics Laboratory, San Diego State University.

Instructed the following classes: (1) CE 530: Prestressed Concrete, (2) CE 456: Transportation Engineering, (3) CE 442: Structural Steel Design, (4) CE 403: Reinforced Concrete Design,

(5) CE 359: Statically Indeterminate Structures, (6) CE 303: Resistance of Materials Laboratory, and (7) CE 240: Statics and Dynamics, Bradley University.

Teaching Assistant for the following classes: (1) CE 808: Fundamentals of Concrete Materials, (2) CE 804: Advanced Concrete Design, (2) CE 803: Fiber Reinforced Concrete,

(4) CE 312: Soil Mechanics, and (5) CE 305: Structural Analysis, Michigan State University.

Supervised/currently supervising the following Ph.D./M.S. theses:

(1) Y. Zeng, "Properties and Applications of Fiber Reinforced Concrete," Ph.D. thesis, June 1996, San Diego State University.

(2) M. Gonzalez, "Application of Slurry Infiltrated Mat Concrete (SIMCON) in Composite Slabs," M.S. thesis, June, 1995, San Diego State University.

(3) B. Miller, "Application of Silica Fume Expansive Concrete for Repair and Rehabilitation of Concrete Pavements and Bridges," M.S. thesis, June 1993, San Diego State University.

(4) Q. Mahmood: "Study of Microstructure and Other Properties of Silica Fume Concrete with Fly Ash," M.S. thesis, August, 1990, Bradley University.

(5) J. Fayyad: "Permeability and Mechanical Properties of Polypropylene Fiber Reinforced Silica Fume Concrete," M.S. thesis, August, 1990, Bradley University.

(6) O. Rabie: "Effect of Air Entraining Agent on Silica Fume Concrete," M.S. thesis, July 1990, Bradley University.

(7) T. Suarez: "Carbon Fiber Cement-Concrete Composite Floor Construction," M.S. thesis, July 1990, Bradley University.

(8) M. Kayyaly: "Engineering Properties and Repair Applications of Shrinkage Compensating Silica Fume Concrete," M.S. thesis, July 1990, Bradley University.

(9) J. Huang: "Engineering Properties of Silica Fume Concrete and Mortar," M.S. thesis, May 1990, Bradley University.

Textbooks and Other Teaching Aids

1. "Solid Mechanics Laboratory Manual," San Diego State University, 1992, 45 pp. Class notes to be converted into a textbook in the near future, currently published by Aztec Print Shops, San Diego State University.

2. "Advancements in Concrete Materials," (editor), symposium cosponsored by the American Concrete Institute, Bradley University, March 29-30, 1989, 499 pp. Used as textbook for advanced concrete materials class in Purdue University and San Diego State University.

3. Initiated and developed the Concrete and Materials Laboratory for teaching and research purposes, San Diego State University, 1991 - Present, $50,500.

4. Initiated and implemented modernization of the concrete laboratory equipment necessary for teaching and research, Bradley University, 1989, $17,200.

Teaching Awards

1. "Outstanding Mentorship Award," Associated Western Universities - U.S. Department

of Energy, Minority Access to Energy-Related Research Career (MAERC), 1994.

Articles in Refereed Journals

1. K. Zayat and Z. Bayasi, "Effect of Latex on the Mechanical Properties of Carbon Fiber Reinforced Concrete," accepted for publication in the American Concrete Institute Materials Journal, 14 pp.

2. Z. Bayasi and K. Downey, "Steel Fiber Reinforced Piles at Horse Mesa Dam," Concrete International, Vol. 17, No. 6, June 1995, pp. 32-36.

3. T. Celik and Z. Bayasi, "Comparison of Clay-Blended Sludge Aggregates with Normal Weight Crushed Rock and Light Weight Shale," Concrete International, Vol. 17, No. 1, January 1995, pp. 63-65.

4. Z. Bayasi and J. Zeng, "Properties of Polypropylene Fiber Reinforced Concrete," American Concrete Institute Materials Journal, Vol. 90, No. 6, November-December 1993, pp. 605-610.

5. Z. Bayasi and T. Celik, "Application of Silica Fume in Synthetic Fiber Reinforced Concrete," Transportation Research Record No. 1382, Part 2: Developments in Concrete Technology, National Academy Press, Washington D.C., 1993, pp. 89-98.

6. Z. Bayasi and J. Zhou, "Properties of Silica Fume Concrete and Mortar," American Concrete Institute Materials Journal, Vol. 90, No. 4, pp. 349-356.

7. Z. Bayasi and P. Soroushian, "Effect of Steel Fiber Reinforcement on Fresh Mix Properties of Steel Fiber Reinforced Concrete," American Concrete Institute Materials Journal, Vol. 89, No. 4, July-August, 1992, pp. 824-828.

8. Z. Bayasi, "Effect of Fly Ash on the Properties of Silica Fume Concrete," Concrete International, American Concrete Institute, Vol. 14, No. 4, April 1992, pp. 35-47.

9. Z. Bayasi and R. Abifaker, "Properties of Shrinkage Compensating Silica Fume Concrete Utilizing Type K Cement," Concrete International, American Concrete Institute, Vol. 14, No. 4, April 1992, pp. 52-54.

10. P. Soroushian and Z. Bayasi, "Strength and Ductility of Steel Fiber Reinforced Concrete Under Bearing Pressure," Magazine of Concrete Research (London), Vol. 43, No. 157, December 1991, pp. 243-248.

11. P. Soroushian and Z. Bayasi, "Fiber Type Effects on the Performance of Steel Fiber Reinforced Concrete," American Concrete Institute Materials Journal, Vol. 88, No. 2, March- April 1991, pp. 129-134.

12. P. Soroushian and Z. Bayasi, "Local Bond Behavior of Deformed Bars in Steel Fiber Reinforced Concrete Joints," Magazine of Concrete Research (London), Vol. 42, No. 151, June 1990, pp. 39-43.

13. Z. Bayasi and P. Soroushian, "Optimum Use of Pozzolanic Materials in Steel Fiber Reinforced Concrete," Transportation Research Record 1226: International Symposium on Recent Developments in Concrete Fiber Composites, National Academy Press, Washington, D.C., 1989, pp. 25-30.

Articles in Refereed Proceedings

1. A. Naaman, P. Paramasivam, G. Balazs, Z. Bayasi, J. Ebil, L. Erdelyi, N. Hassoun, N. Krstnlovic-Opara, V. Li and G. Lohrmann, "Reinforced and Prestressed Concrete Using HPFRCC Matrices," 2nd International Workshop on High Performance Fiber Cement Composites, Ann Arbor, Michigan, June 1995, pp. 267-319.

2. Z. Bayasi and J. Zeng, "Application of Polypropylene Fibers for Reduction of Plastic Shrinkage Cracking of Concrete," International Conference on Concrete Materials in Hot Climates, Alain, United Arab Emirates, April 23-26, 1994, 441-452 pp.

3. Z. Bayasi, "Post-Peak Flexural Strength of Synthetic Fiber reinforced Concrete," test method used as acceptance criterion for synthetic fiber concrete, submitted to the International Conference for Building Officials, January 1992. Adopted by the Uniform Building Code, January 1993.

4. P. Soroushian, Z. Bayasi and A. Khan, "Development of Aramid Fiber Reinforced Cement Composites," Publication SP-124: Thin-Section Fiber Reinforced Concrete and Ferrocement, American Concrete Institute, August 1990, pp. 79 to 98.

5. P. Soroushian and Z, Bayasi, "Prediction of the Tensile Strength of Fiber Reinforced Concrete: A Critique of the Composite Material Concept," Publication SP-105: Fiber Reinforced Concrete Properties and Applications, American Concrete Institute, November 1987, pp. 71 to 84.

Unpublished, Refereed Articles Before Professional Conferences

1.P. Soroushian and Z. Bayasi, "Flexural Behavior of Carbon Fiber Reinforced Cement," American Concrete Institute National Fall Convention, Dallas, November 1991, 15 pp.

2. R. Fuessle and Z. Bayasi, "Solidification/Stabilization of K061 Arc Dust by Silica Fume Concrete," American Concrete Institute National Spring Convention, Boston 1991, 13 pp.

3. Z. Bayasi and L. Honda, "Effects of Curing Procedure on the Properties of Silica Fume Concrete," American Concrete Institute National Spring Convention, Boston 1991, 17 pp.

Other Articles

1. Z. Bayasi and J. Zeng, "Small-Diameter Fibers/Micro Fibers for Reinforcement of Thin Sheet Products," Third Materials Engineering Conference, Infrastructure New Materials and Methods of Repair, ASCE Materials Congress, San Diego, November 14-15, 1994, pp. 375-379.

2. D. Akers and Z. Bayasi, "Flexural Behavior of SIMCON," Third Materials Engineering Conference, Infrastructure New Materials and Methods of Repair, ASCE Materials Congress, San Diego, November 14-15, 1994, pp. 380-385.

3. Z. Bayasi and T. Celik, "Properties of Synthetic Fiber Reinforced Silica Fume Concrete," International Symposium on Innovative World of Concrete, India, August 1993, Vol. 2; Theme 3: Advances in Construction Materials, Paper No. 12, pp. 3-111 to 3-120.

4. Z. Bayasi and J. Zhou, "Seismic Resistance of Steel Fiber Reinforced Concrete Beam-Column Joints," paper presented in the Structural Engineering in Natural Hazard Mitigation, American Society of Civil Engineers Structural Congress, Irvine, California, April 1993, Vol. 2, pp. 1402-1408.

5. Z. Bayasi, J. Zeng and O. Rabie, "Microcrack vs. Macrocrack Arrest Properties of Fiber Reinforced Cementitious Composites," The Jordanian Conference on Civil Engineering, University of Jordan, Amman, Jordan, June 2-4, 1992, 28 pp.

6. Z. Bayasi and J. Zhou, "Applications of Steel Fiber Reinforced Concrete in Pavements and Overlays: A Review," Symposium on Design and Construction of Steel Fiber Reinforced Concrete, National University of Taiwan, Taipei, Taiwan, January 27-29, 1992, pp. 203-234.

7. Z. Bayasi, "Application of Carbon Fiber Reinforced Mortar in Composite Slab Construction," RILEM/ACI International Workshop: High Performance Fiber Reinforced Cement Composites, June 24-26, 1991, Mainz, Germany, pp. 507-517.

8. Z. Bayasi and R. Abifaker, "Recycled Cellulose Fiber Cement-Based Materials," Advancements in Concrete Materials II, San Diego State University, July 1991, pp. 17.1-17.27.

9. A. Shama and Z. Bayasi, "Heavy Metal Solidification by Pozzolanic Concrete," Advancements in Concrete Materials II, San Diego State University, July 1991, pp. 3.1-3.20.

10. Z. Bayasi and G. Peterson, "Use of Small-Diameter Polypropylene Fibers in Cement Based Materials," Fiber Reinforced Cements and Concretes: Recent Developments, International Conference, University of Wales, United Kingdom, September 18-20, 1989, pp. 200-208.

11. P. Soroushian, Z. Bayasi and M. Nagi, "Effects of Curing Procedures on Mechanical Properties of Carbon Fiber Reinforced Cement," Fiber Reinforced Cements and Concretes: Recent Developments, International Conference, University of Wales, United Kingdom, September 18-20, 1989, pp. 167-178.

12.ÊP. Soroushian, Z. Bayasi and P. Riewald, "Impact Resistance and Mechanical Performance of Kevlar Fiber Reinforced Cement Composites," Interaction of Non-Nuclear Munition with Structures, International Symposium, Panama City Beach, Florida, Cosponsors: U.S. Airforce & A.S.C.E., April 17-21, 1989, 6 pp.

13. Z. Bayasi and F. Shahbodaghlou, "Use of Fiber Cement in Thin Product Applications," Advancements in Concrete Materials, Symposium, Bradley University, March 29-30, 1989, pp. 13.1 to 13.24.

14. Z. Bayasi, G. Peterson and T. Ahn, "Mechanical Properties and Durability of Plastic Fiber Reinforced Cement and Concrete," Advancements in Concrete Materials, Bradley University, Symposium, March 29-30, 1989, pp. 3.1 to 3.17.

15. P. Soroushian, Z. Bayasi, M. Nagi and D. Boyer, "Carbon Fiber Reinforced Cement," Recent Advances in Concrete Technology, Seminar, Michigan State University, February 1-2, 1989, pp. 10.1 to 10.67.

16. P. Soroushian and Z. Bayasi, "Fly Ash Applications to Roller-Compacted Concrete: State-of- the-Art," Fly Ash Applications in Concrete, Symposium, Michigan State University, January 12-13, 1988, pp. 1.12 to 15.12.

17. Z. Bayasi and P. Soroushian, "High Fly Ash Concrete," Fly Ash Applications to Concrete, Symposium, Michigan State University, January 12-13, 1988, pp. 1.7 to 15.7.

18. P. Soroushian and Z. Bayasi, "Fly Ash Applications in High Strength Concrete: State-of-the- Art," Fly Ash Applications to Concrete, Symposium, Michigan State University, January 12- 13, 1988, pp. 1.6 to 14.6.

19. P. Soroushian and Z. Bayasi, "Silica Fume Effects on the Pull-Out Behavior of Randomly Oriented Steel Fibers from Concrete," Material Research Society Symposiums, Volume 114: Bonding in Cementitious Composites, Boston, December 2-4, 1987, pp. 187 to 196.

20. Z. Bayasi and P. Soroushian, "Fly Ash Application to Steel Fiber Reinforced Concrete," Proceedings, Eighth International Coal Ash Utilization Symposium, American Coal Ash Association, Washington, D.C., October 28-31, 1987. pp. 15.1 to 15.22.

21. P. Soroushian and Z. Bayasi, "Carbon Fiber Reinforced Cement: State-of-the-Art," Fiber Reinforced Concrete: Design & Applications, Seminar, Michigan State University, February 5, 1987, pp. 9.1 to 9.15.

22. P. Soroushian, C. Lee and Z. Bayasi, "Fiber Reinforced Concrete: Theoretical Concepts and Structural Design," Fiber Reinforced Concrete: Design & Applications, Seminar, Michigan State University, February 5, 1987, pp. 8.1 to 8.30.

23. P. Soroushian and Z. Bayasi, "Mechanical Properties of Fiber Reinforced Concrete," Fiber Reinforced Concrete: Design & Applications, Seminar, Michigan State University, February 5, 1987, pp. 3.1 to 3.29.

Scholarly Books

1. Z. Bayasi, R. Abifaker and W. Abraham (editors), "Advancements in Concrete Materials II," reference book, Department of Civil Engineering, San Diego State University, July 1991, 336 pp.

2. Z. Bayasi and R. Bhatacharya (editors), "Advancements in Concrete Materials," proceedings, symposium cosponsored by the American Concrete Institute, Bradley University, March 29- 30, 1989, 499 pp.

3. P. Soroushian And Z. Bayasi (editors), "Fly Ash Applications to Concrete," proceedings, symposium cosponsored by the American Concrete Institute, Michigan State University, January 12-13, 1988, 195 pp.

4. P. Soroushian and Z. Bayasi (editors), "Fiber Reinforced Concrete: Design & Applications," proceedings, seminar cosponsored by the American Concrete Institute, Michigan State University, February 5, 1987, 217 pp.

Book Reviews

1."Construction Materials for the 21st Century," West Educational Publishing Company, 1991.

2."Basic Construction Materials," Prentice-Hall, 1991.

Publications in Process

1. Z. Bayasi and J. Zeng, "Flexural Behavior of Slurry Infiltrated Mat Concrete (SIMCON)," submitted for publication in the American Society of Civil Engineers Journal - Engineering Materials Division, 20 pp.

2. Z. Bayasi, "Application of Carbon Fiber Cement to Composite Slab Construction," submitted for publication in the American Concrete Institute Materials Journal, 17 pp.

Funded Research Grants

Research projects awarded:

At San Diego State University 15 projects with a value of $200,096.

At Bradley University 2 projects with a value of $69,300.

At Michigan State University 4 projects with a value of $56,200.

Total of 21 projects with a value of $319,546.

Principal Investigator for the following research projects

At San Diego State University;

1. "Concrete/Mortar Mix Design for Stabilization of Jayne Mill at Picacho State Reservation Area." California Department of Parks and Recreation, $4,750.

2. "Compressive Strength of Ortecrete." Sponsor: Akers Engineering, June 1 - 30, 1995, $1,300, August 1995 - March 1996.

3. "Toughness of Polypropylene Fiber Reinforced Shotcrete." Sponsor: Consolidated Engineering Laboratory, August 11 - October 11, 1994, $1,100.

4. "Application of Fly Ash for Strength of Building Blocks." Sponsor: Slopeblock of Arizona, June, 1 - August 1, 1994, $12,430.

5. "Application of Aztecrete in Railroad Ties." Sponsor: Research Scholarship and Creative Activity Program - San Diego State University, November 1, 1993 - May 15, 1994, $3,800.

6. "Structural Analysis of Earthstone Retaining Walls with Block Footing." Sponsor: Terra-Stone Company, November 1, 1993 - January 31, 1994, $6,928.

7. "Properties of SIMCON Deck-Concrete Slab Composite Floor Systems." Sponsor: Ribbon Technology Corporation, November 1, 1993 - October 30, 1994, $13,988.

8. "Post-Peak Flexural Strength of Polypropylene Fiber Concrete." Sponsor: Fibermesh Company, August 1, 1991 - March 31, 1993, $50,000.

9. "Toughness and Post-Peak Flexural Behavior of Polypropylene Fiber Reinforced Concrete." Sponsor: Finlay Testing Laboratory, June 15 - August 15, 1993, $1,400.

10. "Post-Peak Flexural Strength of Nylon Fiber Reinforced Concrete." Sponsor: Allied Fibers Company, May 1 - September 30, 1993, $5,000.

11. "Post-Peak Flexural Resistance of Polypropylene Fiber Reinforced Concrete." Sponsor: Fibermesh Company, May 1 - July 30, 1993, $1,838.

12. "Application of Recycled Cellulose Fiber Reinforced Cement for the Manufacture of Railroad Ties and Roofing Shingles." Sponsor: The MAERC Fellowship Program of San Diego State University, October 1, 1993 - May 30, 1994, $2,500.

13. "Effect of Polymers on the Properties of Recycled Cellulose Fiber Cement." Sponsor: The MAERC Fellowship Program of San Diego State University, October 1, 1992 - May 30, 1993, $5,100.

14. "Effect of Polymers on the Properties of Concrete for Application in Repair and Water- Exposed Structures." Sponsor: Research Scholarship and Creative Activity Program - San Diego State University, $1,840, November 1, 1991 - May 15, 1992.

15. "Effect of Acrylic Latex Polymers on the Properties of Concrete Sealer Mixtures." Sponsor: The MAERC Fellowship Program of San Diego State University, October 1, 1991 - May 30, 1992, $5,100.

16. "Recycled Cellulose Fiber Cement Materials." Sponsor: County of San Diego, $57,693, June 15, 1991 - May 15, 1992.

17. "Application of P.E.T. Polyester Fibers to Cement and Concrete." Sponsor: Textile Fibers Group, Hoechst Celanese Corporation, $25,329, October 15, 1990 - March 31, 1991.

At Bradley University;

1. "Fiber Concrete-Concrete Composite Slab Construction." Sponsor: Technology Commercialization Center of Illinois, $8,800, April 15 - August 15, 1990.

2. "Improvements in the Solidification of Hazardous Inorganic Wastes by Silica Fume (Microsilica) Concrete." Sponsor: Hazardous Waste Research and Information Center of Illinois, $60,485, September 15, 1989 - April 15, 1991.

Coauthored the research proposals and performed the experimental and theoretical studies for the following projects at Michigan State University;

1. "Application of Fly Ash to Steel Fiber Reinforced Concrete: Construction and Design." Sponsor: American Public Power Association, $16,534, September 1, 1987 - August 31, 1988.

2. "Development and Patenting of Kevlar Fiber Reinforced Cement Composites." Sponsor: Michigan State University, $11,700, June 15 - August 15, 1987.

3. "Applications of Silica Sand to Carbon Fiber Reinforced Cement." Sponsor: Michigan State University, $2,400, June 15 - August 15, 1987.

4. "Application of Carbon Fiber for Reinforcing Concrete." Sponsor: Ashland Petroleum Company, $25,529, March 15 - November 14, 1986.

Funded Training Grants

1."Professor Training Course in Asphalt Technology," National Center for Asphalt Technology Auburn University & Illinois Asphalt Paving Association, $6,500, June 5-30, 1989.

2. "Civil Engineering Educators Seminar: The Engineering and Economics of Concrete Pavement," Portland Cement Association Skokie & Illinois Ready Mixed Concrete Association, $5,000, June 19-21, 1990.

Participation in Professional Association

1. Trustee, American Concrete Institute San Diego International Chapter, 1992 - present.

2. Member of the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials - AASHTO-AGC-ARTBA Joint Committee, 1992 - present.

3. Member of the American Society of Civil Engineers - Cementitious Materials Committee, 1991 - present.

4. Member of the American Concrete Institute - Committees 234: Silica Fume in Concrete, and 544: Fiber Reinforced Concrete, 1990 - present.

Conferences/Symposiums

Regularly attended the Annual American Concrete Institute Annual Fall and Spring National Conventions. Presented the following papers:

1."Effect of Latex on the Mechanical Properties of Carbon Fiber Reinforced Concrete," Fall Convention, Puerto Rico, 1992.

2."Solidification/Stabilization of KO61 Arc Dust by Silica Fume Concrete," Spring Convention, 1991, Boston.

3."Properties of Polypropylene Fiber Reinforced Concrete," Spring Convention, 1991, Boston.

4."Properties of Shrinkage Compensating Silica Fume Concrete Utilizing Type K Cement," Spring Convention, 1991, Boston.

5."Flexural Behavior of Carbon Fiber Reinforced Cement," Fall Convention, 1991, Dallas.

6."Effect of Curing Procedure on the Properties of Silica Fume Concrete," Fall Convention, Dallas, 1991

7."Effect of the Manufacturing Techniques on the Mechanical Properties of Steel Fiber Reinforced Concrete," Fall Convention, Dallas, November 1991.

Participation in International Conventions

1. Second International Workshop on High Performance Fiber Cement Composites, Ann Arbor, Michigan, June 1995, participated in the presentation of Chapter Eight: "Reinforced and Prestressed Concrete Using HPFRCC Matrices," pp. 267-319 (invited speaker).

2. International Symposium on Concrete Materials in Hot Climates, Al-Ein, United Arab Emirates, April 23-26, 1994. "Application of Polypropylene Fibers for Reduction of Plastic Shrinkage Cracking of Concrete," 11 pp.

3. International Symposium on Innovative World of Concrete, India, August 1993. "Properties of Synthetic Fiber Reinforced Silica Fume Concrete," Vol. 2: Advances in Construction Materials, Paper No. 12, 13 pp.

4. The Jordanian Conference on Civil Engineering, University of Jordan, Amman, Jordan, June

2-4, 1992. "Microcrack vs. Macrocrack Arrest Properties of Fiber Reinforced Cementitious Composites," 28 pp.

5. Symposium on Design and Construction of Steel Fiber Reinforced Concrete, National University of Taiwan, Taipei, Taiwan, January 27-29, 1992. "Applications of Steel Fiber Reinforced Concrete in Pavements and Overlays: A Review," 18 pp. (invited paper).

6. International Workshop: High Performance Fiber Reinforced Cement Composites, June 24-26, Mainz, Germany. "Application of Carbon Fiber Reinforced Mortar in Composite Slab Construction," 15 pp. (invited paper).

7. Fiber Reinforced Cements and Concretes: Recent Developments, International Conference, University of Wales, United Kingdom, September 18-20, 1989.

7.a "Use of Small-Diameter Polypropylene Fibers in Cement-Based Materials," pp. 200- 208.

7.b "Effects of Curing Procedures on Mechanical Properties of Carbon Fiber Reinforced Cement," pp. 167-178, with P. Soroushian and M. Nagi.

8. Eighth International Coal Ash Utilization Symposium, American Coal Ash Association, Washington, D.C., October 28-31, 1987. "Fly Ash Application to Steel Fiber Reinforced Concrete," pp. 15.1 to 15.22.

Conference and Short Course Organization

1. Chairperson for the session: "Application of Fibers to Thin Sheet Cementitious Products," American Society of Civil Engineers, Materials Congress, San Diego, California, 1994.

2. Chairperson for the session: "Structural Applications of Fiber Reinforced Concrete," American Society of Civil Engineers, Structural Congress, Irvine, California, April 1993.

3. Organizer and speaker for three educational conferences cosponsored by the American Concrete Institute:

3.a."Advancements in Concrete Materials," Bradley University, March 29-30, 1989.

3.b."Fly Ash Applications to Concrete," Michigan State University, January 12-13, 1988.

3.c."Fiber Reinforced Concrete: Design & Applications," Michigan State University, February 5, 1987.

Post-Doctoral Fellows

1. T. Celik, Vice President, Eastern Mediterranean University, Cyprus. Post-Doctoral Fellowship: Fiber Reinforced and Pozzolanic Concrete, April - September 1993, San Diego State University.

2. K. Zayat, President, CASA Structural Design Company, San Diego. Post-Doctoral Fellowship: Impact Resistance of Fiber Reinforced Concrete, September 1991 - April 1993, San Diego State University.

3. J. Zhou, Chairman, Dalian University, People's Republic of China. Post-Doctoral Fellowship: Fiber Reinforced and Pozzolanic Concrete, April, 1991 - December 1992, San Diego State University.

Consultant Services

1. Licensed Professional Engineer in California (Engineer No. C 046500) and Michigan (Engineer No. 34058).

2. Concrete Forensic Engineer, Garrett Engineers, Los Angeles, California, 1992 - present.

3. Structures/Materials Consulting Engineer, Adtech Civil Engineering Consulting, San Diego, California, December 1990 - present.

4. Structural Engineering Consultant, Columbus Associates Consulting Engineering, Peoria, Illinois, June 1989 - August 1990.

5. Design Engineer, Government Construction Administration, Damascus, Syria. November, 1982 - March, 1983.

Achievements, Awards, Inventions, Patents

1. Z. Bayasi and K. Zayat, "Impact Wave Reflection Through Fibrous Composites," proved that fibers inside concrete reflect impact waves thereby confining impact damage to the surface of the material and keeping the rest of the material intact, 1993.

2. Z. Bayasi, "Aztecrete: Recycled Cellulose Fiber Cement Composites and Method for Production," U.S. Department of Commerce, Patent and Trademark Office (patent pending), October 25, 1991, developed at San Diego State University in 1991.

3. Z. Bayasi, "Post-Peak Flexural Strength of Synthetic Fiber Reinforced Concrete," proposed acceptance criterion for synthetic fibers in concrete pavements and overlays, presented to the International Conference for Building Officials, January 1992, wad adopted by the Uniform Building Code in January 1993.

4. P. Soroushian and Z. Bayasi, "Polyamide Fibers, Microsilica and Portland Cement Composites and Method for Production," U.S. Department of Commerce, Patent and Trademark Office, Serial No. 07/174.207, September 25, 1989, developed at Michigan State University.

5. P. Soroushian and Z. Bayasi, "Microcrack Arrest Theory of Fiber Reinforced Cementitious Composites," presented to the American Concrete Institute National Spring Convention, 1986.

6. Member of Phi Kappa Phi honor society of Michigan State University, 1986 - present.

7. Recipient of the National Scholarship awarded to the top ten civil engineering graduates, Damascus University, 1982.

SERVICE FOR THE UNIVERSITY AND THE COMMUNITY

Service to the University
Committee Assignments

1. Constitution and Bylaws College Committee 1990-1992 and 1993-present.

2. Civil Engineering Department Secretary, 1990-1992.

3. Faculty Advisor, SDSU Student Chapter of the Associated General Contractors, 1990-1995.

Other Assignments and Service

1. Obtained two annual scholarship for San Diego State University civil engineering students from the Associated General Contractors San Diego Chapter, $1,500 each, September 1994.

2. Coordinator and Speaker for the P.E. Review Course for Civil Engineers, San Diego State University, 1990-1994.

3. Active participates in student organization in the Department of Civil Engineering, San Diego State University.

4. Obtained an annual scholarship for Bradley University civil engineering students from the Illinois Ready Mixed Concrete Association (Harvey H. Hagge Concrete Scholarship, $1,000.00), February 1990.

Service to the Community

Speeches

1. "Structural Design of Earthstone Walls," National Workshop, Slopeblock Corporation, Los Angeles, September 1995.

2."New Advances in Cement Composites," American Concrete Institute Local Chapter, February 1992.

3."Mechanical Properties and Structural Applications of Steel Fiber Reinforced Concrete," Structural Engineers Association Local Chapter, March 1991.

Articles in Newspapers

1. "SDSU Professor Hopes to Cement Reputation in Concrete," San Diego Union, April, 1991.

2. "Concrete May Be the Key to Easing Pressure on Landfills," The Daily Aztec, May 13, 1991.

3. "Project Could Turn New Page for Landfills," Times Advocate, February 11, 1991.

4. "Civil Engineering Career Opportunities Abound as Jobs Outnumber Qualified Workers," San Diego Union, November 28, 1990.

Student Outreach Program

Actively participates in the student science competition, San Diego County Science Fair. Supervised three high school students all of whom won awards in the science fair: M. Roller, A. Laezeski and J. Henaid.