Pakistan Institute of Engineering and Applied Sciences (PIEAS), Islamabad, is recognized as a preeminent federal public university devoted to higher education in specific disciplines of engineering, natural sciences, and formal sciences. PIEAS offers BS, MS, MPhil, and PhD degree programs. In addition to the degree programs, PIEAS also offers specialized short courses to engineers, scientists, and other professionals for their continuing professional development. The Institute has been ranked No. 1 for Engineering & Technology by the Higher Education Commission (HEC), Pakistan, in all three rankings (2006, 2012, 2013) conducted so far. PIEAS's highly qualified faculty matched with excellent infrastructure are instrumental in its endeavor to offer high-quality education in the disciplines of engineering and applied sciences, fulfill national and regional requirements for highly qualified professionals and contribute to the welfare of humanity through education, research, and development.