Dr. Amir Sidiq
Details
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Department: Research & Innovation
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Campus: City Campus Australia
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amir.sidiq@rmit.edu.au
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ORCID:
0000-0002-0636-3895
Open to
- Masters Research or PhD student supervision
- Collaborative projects
About
Biography
Dr. Amir Sidiq is currently a Research Fellow at RMIT University, Australia, where he actively contributes to advancing knowledge in civil and structural engineering. He began his academic journey at RMIT University, earning his Bachelor's degree in 2012, followed by a Master’s degree in 2016, and subsequently completing his Ph.D. in 2021. His doctoral research laid the foundation for his expertise in construction materials and structural systems.
Dr. Sidiq has over two years of professional industry experience in geotechnical engineering within Australia, where he worked on several infrastructure and development projects. His work integrates both practical and academic insights, enabling him to bridge the gap between theory and application in engineering practice.
His multidisciplinary research interests span construction materials investigation, structural design, infrastructure asset management, and the development of structural digital twins, a cutting-edge approach to integrating real-time data into engineering systems for improved performance and maintenance.
In addition to his research, Dr. Sidiq has a strong passion for education. He has teaching experience across various civil engineering disciplines, including structural analysis, geotechnical engineering, and asset management. His combined academic, research, and industry background positions him as a valuable contributor to both the university and the broader engineering community.
Supervisor projects
- Artificial Intelligence enabled health monitoring of RC girder bridge through digital twin technology
- 11 Apr 2025
Teaching interests
Dr. Amir Sidiq is actively involved in teaching and mentoring within the field of civil engineering. He has delivered lectures and tutorials across various subjects, including Structural Analysis, Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Economics and Infrastructure Planning and Asset management. With a strong commitment to student learning and development, he emphasizes practical applications and critical thinking in his teaching approach. Dr. Sidiq also plays a key role in supervising and coordinating capstone design projects, guiding undergraduate and postgraduate students through real-world engineering challenges. His blend of academic knowledge and industry experience enables him to provide valuable insights, preparing students for both professional practice and further research opportunities.
Research interests
Dr. Amir Sidiq’s research interests include construction materials characterization, structural design optimization, infrastructure asset management, and structural digital twin development. He is also passionate about integrating real-time data and advanced modeling to improve infrastructure performance. Additionally, he is actively involved in coordinating and supervising capstone projects for civil engineering undergraduates.
