Welcome to the Department of Public Works, Faculty of Engineering, Cairo University — a hub of innovation, infrastructure excellence, and national impact.
About Us
The Department of Public Works is dedicated to advancing local and regional infrastructure through cutting-edge education, research, and community service. Our department integrates Transportation Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Sanitary and Environmental Engineering, and Surveying and Geomatics, preparing students to lead in both public and private sectors.
Academic Programs
We offer comprehensive undergraduate and postgraduate programs designed to meet national and international standards:
The department offers specialized courses and graduation projects for the Civil Engineering undergraduate track, as well as post graduate M.Sc. and Ph.D. degrees in the fields of:
- Geotechnical and Foundation Engineering
- Geomatics Engineering
- Highways, Transportation and Airports Engineering
- Railways Engineering
- Environmental & Sanitary Engineering
- Transport Planning & Traffic Engineering
Research & Innovation
Our faculty and students engage in pioneering research across:
- Sustainable urban mobility
- Smart transportation systems
- Water and wastewater treatment technologies
- GIS and remote sensing applications
- Innovative geotechnical solutions
We collaborate with government agencies, international universities, and industry leaders to solve real-world challenges.
Facilities & Labs
- Soil Mechanics and Foundations Research Laboratory
- Environmental & Sanitary Engineering Laboratory
- Highway and Airport Engineering Laboratory
- Surveying, Geodesy and Photogrammetry Laboratory
- Transport and Traffic Engineering and Planning Laboratory
- Railway Engineering Laboratory
These state-of-the-art labs support both teaching and applied research.
Faculty & Staff
Our department is led by a distinguished team of professors, researchers, and engineers with deep expertise in infrastructure development, policy, and technology. We are committed to mentoring the next generation of civil engineers.
📬 Contact Us
- Location: Faculty of Engineering, Cairo University, Giza, Egypt
- Email: pbw@eng.cu.edu.eg
- Phone: +20 2 3567 0000
- Website: pbw.eng.cu.edu.eg