The College of Engineering at the University of Basra held a teaching eligibility test for new applicants. Four applicants from government and private colleges were interviewed, specializing in civil engineering and computer engineering. Each of them gave a specialized scientific lecture to demonstrate their ability and capacity to teach and deliver the scientific material to students. Then they were tested in the English language. The Chairman and members of the committee explained their observations to each applicant to enhance their performance and future skills in giving lectures.