About Us

Expertise Training Center: professional, technical, and creative education in Lebanon and the region.

Expertise Training Center

Founded in 2005

Founded in February 2005 by Mr. Naji Sfeir, Expertise Training Center (ETC) has become a leader in professional and technical education in Lebanon and the region.

ETC Profile

Founder

Mr. Sfeir, an engineer, author, and former professor at ALBA, AUB, LAU, and NDU, holds an Industrial and Systems Engineering degree from The Ohio State University.

Leadership

Certified Expertise

He is an Autodesk, Adobe, and V-Ray Certified Instructor, blending engineering precision with creative expertise.

Certifications

Real-World Experience

More than an educator, Mr. Sfeir is a dynamic creator — a seasoned trainer, entrepreneur, photographer, filmmaker, and SCUBA diving instructor — who brings practical experience and vision to every ETC course.

Experience

About ETC

Authorized Training Center

ETC is an authorized training center for Autodesk and Rhino, offering internationally recognized certifications.

Authorized Center

Mission-Driven Training

Our mission is to empower students with practical skills that drive career success and industry excellence.

Mission

Government-Accredited Programs

ETC is officially registered under Lebanon’s Directorate General of Vocational and Technical Education (DGTVE), part of the Ministry of Education and Higher Education. Students who complete approved multi-course programs at ETC can obtain government-accredited certificates issued and attested by the Ministry.

DGTVE

Specialized Fields

Engineering & Architecture

Building Design - Architecture
Building Design - MEP
Building Design - Structure
Civil Design
Architectural & Mechanical Drafting
Green Building Design - LEED

Engineering

Visualization & Design

3D Architectural Visualization
Organic Design
Industrial Design
Layout and Graphic Design
Photography and Videography

Creative

Technology & Business

Project Management
Video Editing & Animation
Web Design
Web Development
Coding and Programming
Artificial Intelligence - AI

Technology

Our Focus

Software Specialization

We specialize in engineering, design, and presentation software from Autodesk, CSI, Adobe, Rhino, V-Ray, and Primavera.

Software

Programming Skills

We also strengthen programming skills in Python, Java, JavaScript, C#, HTML, and CSS, making ETC a preferred partner for corporations and university students alike.

Coding

Corporate Clients

Some of our corporate clients include BL Harbert, MAN Enterprise, Dar Al Handasah, Khatib & Alami, ITB, Al Mabani, NESMA, ETEC, ACE, V3, SABIS, Kamal Sioufi, ACC, and many others.

Clients

Key Projects

2014 – 2015

2014 – BIM management for Bahrain Airport Extension (ETEC)
2015 – BIM management for ABC Mall Verdun (MAN Enterprise)

BIM Management

2017 – 2018

2017 – Full-discipline modeling for the USJ University Medical Building
2018 – Architectural modeling for the U.S. Embassy in Lebanon (BL Harbert)

Modeling

2020 – 2023

2020 – BIM management for King Faisal Academy (ACE)
2023 – BIM management for Cameroon Central Bank (Rafik Khoury)

View ETC references and sample projects References

Learning Experience

Our Teachers

Our instructors are certified by Autodesk, Adobe, Rhino, V-Ray, Oracle, and other leading institutions. They bring both technical mastery and teaching excellence to every course.

Instructors

Our Methodology

We offer both live online classes and face-to-face sessions, creating an interactive learning experience that mirrors traditional classrooms. Whether online or in person, our hands-on approach ensures you master every technique step-by-step — from beginner basics to expert-level skills.

Methodology

Our Expertise

Beyond teaching, we research, develop, and publish courses and materials that meet international standards, ensuring our students receive world-class education tailored to industry needs.

Course Development

Training Options

Flexible Schedule

We offer flexible timing options — morning, evening, and weekend classes — to suit busy professionals and full-time students. Courses are available live online, on-site at client locations, or at our training center in Beirut.

Schedule

Online Platform

We use Zoom to deliver a dynamic and engaging online classroom experience, allowing interactive learning from anywhere.

Online

Registration Policy

We offer a no-commitment first session. You are welcome to attend one trial session before deciding to register.

Trial Session

Our Mission

Future-Ready Professionals

Our mission is to equip students with cutting-edge software and technical skills that elevate their careers, boost their incomes, and transform their lives. We are proud to provide industries with highly trained, motivated, and future-ready professionals.

ETC Mission