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BUSITEMA UNIVERSITY

FACULTY OF ENGINEERING

DEPARTMENT OF WATER RESOURCES ENGINEERING

PROPOSED PROGRAMME

FOR

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN WATER RESOURCES ENGINEERING

May 2009

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Table of Contents

1.0 INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................... 3

1.1 Background ........................................................................................................................... 3 1.2 Programme Objectives .......................................................................................................... 3 1.3 Student Number .................................................................................................................... 4

1.4 Programme Duration ............................................................................................................. 4 1.5 Programme Justification ....................................................................................................... 4 1.6 Employment Opportunities for the Graduates ...................................................................... 5

2.0 PROGRAMME REGULATIONS ............................................................................................ 6

2.1 Admission Regulations ......................................................................................................... 6

2.2 Assessments and Grading ..................................................................................................... 7

3.0 RESOURCES FOR THE PROGRAMME ............................................................................. 12

3.1 Laboratory equipment ......................................................................................................... 12

3.2 Text books and Library ....................................................................................................... 12 3.3 Teaching staff...................................................................................................................... 12 3.4 Finances .............................................................................................................................. 12

4.0 PROGRAMME STRUCTURE .............................................................................................. 13

5.0 DETAILED DESCRIPTIION OF COURSES ....................................................................... 17

5.1 YEAR ONE COURSES ..................................................................................................... 17 5.2 YEAR TWO COURSES ................................................................................................ 40

5.3 YEAR THREE COURSES ................................................................................................. 62

5.4 YEAR FOUR COURSES ................................................................................................... 81

APPENDIX ................................................................................................................................. 104

A1 List of Laboratory Equipment ........................................................................................... 104 A2 List of Academic Staff ...................................................................................................... 105

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1.0 INTRODUCTION

1.1 Background

Busitema is a newly established Public University with its main campus located in Busia

District, Eastern Uganda. The University currently has two operational Faculties, namely;

Faculty of Engineering and Faculty of Science Education. The Faculty of Engineering offers

degree programmes in Computer Engineering and in Agricultural Mechanization and Irrigation

Engineering. It also offers Diploma programmes in Agricultural Engineering and in Ginning

Engineering. The planned degree programme in Textile Engineering was accredited by the

Uganda National Council for Higher Education in December 2008 and shall commence in

August 2009. The proposed Department of Water Resources Engineering shall be at Namasagali

Campus.

Busitema University has demonstrated uniqueness in all its programmes. This Bachelor of

Science degree programme in Water Resources Engineering is another unique programme with

the goal of addressing the challenges facing the water sector in Uganda and the region. The

Government of Uganda has constructed water supply systems in most cities, boreholes, shallow

wells, protected springs and gravitational flow systems in several upcountry districts. However,

most people in Uganda still lack access to clean and safe drinking water. Further more, there is

inadequate human resource for the water sector in the region. Therefore there is need to train

personnel in integrated water resources management, climate change, environment management

and in sustainable agriculture.

1.2 Programme Objectives

1.2.1 Main Objective: The main objective of this programme is to contribute towards the

development of the water sector of Uganda and the region through training skilled and

innovative human resource.

1.2.2 Specific Objectives: The specific objectives of the programme are to produce Water

Resources Engineering graduates who are capable of;

Planning, designing, constructing, managing and maintaining water engineering

structures and water-based infrastructure.

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Understanding the importance of climate change and its effects on water

resources.

Solving water related problems using systematic and critical analysis.

Understanding and incorporating gender and environmental concerns in their

professional practice.

Performing high quality research and developing new products and processes in

the Water Engineering field.

Understanding and appreciating their ethical obligations to their clients and to the

community they serve.

1.3 Student Number

This programme will initially admit 20 students and shall review the number of students

to be admitted after every 4 years in light of the population growth and the economic situation in

the country.

1.4 Programme Duration

The normal duration of the programme will be four years. Each year of the programme

will be composed of two Semesters. Courses will be conducted within the first fifteen weeks of

the Semester and the last two weeks will be for end of Semester examinations. Vocational

training for first year’s students and industrial training for second and third year students shall

each be conducted for ten weeks after the end of the second Semester.

1.5 Programme Justification

Agriculture is the main economic activity in Uganda with some small-scale processing

industries and manufacturing. Uganda is trying to focus investment towards achieving self-

sufficiency in value addition, particularly for the industrial and agricultural sectors.

Although Uganda is blessed with plenty of water, there is an increasing pressure on water

resources due to population growth, agriculture, urbanization and industrialization. The

fluctuations in Lake Victoria water level, the floods in Eastern Uganda and other climate

variability and climate change related disasters have added more threats to water resources in

Uganda. Furthermore, the cattle corridor of Uganda is increasingly becoming a semi-desert.

These problems are worsened by the insufficient specialized human resource in the areas of

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Water Resources Engineering in Uganda, who can effectively exploit and manage these

resources for the economic benefit of the country and taking into account sustainability and

environmental issues. No University in Uganda is currently offering a Water Resources

Engineering programme at bachelors degree level.

The Poverty Eradication Action Plan (PEAP) is Uganda’s development framework and

medium term planning tool that guides government policy actions to reduce poverty. Among

other policy actions with direct bearing on increasing productivity, new employment

opportunities, value addition, household incomes and overall national development, the

Government of Uganda is focusing on Science, Technology, Industrial Development and on

Universal Secondary Education (USE). Also, The Prosperity for All Programme aims at

increasing access to rural financial services, improving agricultural productivity and providing

marketing support and infrastructure for the transformation of the Ugandan economy. The

proposed new program in Water Resources Engineering shall address Uganda’s social and

cultural needs in the building, construction and water related areas with the aim of poverty

reduction. National Water Policy (1999) realizes the need to manage and develop the water

resources of Uganda in an integrated and sustainable manner. The National Health Policy

(September, 1999) recognizes the need to reduce the increasing burden of disease resulting from

poor environmental health by increasing access to safe water, especially in the rural areas. The

draft National Development Plan stresses the need to build the Science, Technology and

Innovation (STI) sector capacity for research and development, technology generation and

transfer. Therefore, the graduates of the Water Resources Engineering programme shall support

and promote the development of national and regional economies.

1.6 Employment Opportunities for the Graduates

A graduate of the Water Resources Engineering Programme will easily find jobs in

Research and Development institutions, housing companies, commercial farms with irrigation

facilities, technical sales companies dealing with equipment and accessories, standards and

quality assurance institutions, water bottling companies, water treatment companies, hydropower

plants, water supply and sewerage companies, consultancy companies and in the various districts

and Local Government departments. Some of the graduates will also be able to create new jobs

and thus provide employment opportunities.

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2.0 PROGRAMME REGULATIONS

2.1 Admission Regulations

2.1.1 Admission to First Year

Admission to first year is through any one of the following avenues:

Direct Entry Scheme

Mature Age Scheme

Diploma Holders Scheme

Equivalent qualifications

2.1.2 The Direct Entry Scheme

For the direct entry scheme, an applicant must obtain two advanced level passes, one in

Mathematics, at the same sitting of the Uganda Advance Certificate of Education or its

Equivalent. The advance level subjects shall carry the following weights which shall a always be

used to compute the entry points:

Essential Subjects: Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry – Weight 3

Relevant Subjects: Geography, Economics and Biology – Weight 2

Desirable Subjects: General Paper – Weight 1

Other Subjects: Any other subject – Weight 0.5

Minimum of 5 Passes at UCE.

Minimum of 2 Principal Passes at UACE.

2.1.3 Mature Age Scheme

The applicant may be admitted under this scheme after passing the relevant University

examinations. The applicant should be at least 25 years of age.

2.1.4 Diploma Holders Scheme

This scheme is available for holders of Uganda National Examinations Board Ordinary

Diploma in Engineering or its equivalent. The applicant should have obtained a Credit or Second

Class Diploma with at least a Credit Pass in Mathematics.

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2.1.5 Equivalent Qualifications

Any other qualification other than those mentioned above which have been certified to be

equivalent of a degree or offered by Makerere University, Kyambogo University, Gulu

University, Mbarara University, Nkozi University, Uganda Martyrs University, Nkumba

University and Busitema University.

2.1.6 Admission to Other Years

Admission other than to first year of the programme shall require a special resolution of

the faculty board and the permission of the Busitema University Senate.

2.2 Assessments and Grading

2.2.1 Program Structure

In order to balance first-class theoretical education with extensive industry experience to

prepare students for a challenging and diverse career, the programme is designed as follows:

First three years cover the theoretical/lecture (including laboratories), and practical

component of the course. Industrial training shall be carried out during the recess periods of the

second and third years of study.

The practical engineering project shall be carried out in the fourth year of study.

Full time students will carry no less than 15 credit units, and no more than 22 credit units

per semester, and not more than 4 credit units per recess term.

2.2.2 Course Assessments

Each course shall be assessed on the basis of 100 total marks with proportions as follows:

Progressive assessment 40%

Written examination 60%

Progressive assessment shall consist of coursework (assignment/tests) and laboratory

where applicable

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A minimum of two course assignment/tests shall be required per course

2.2.3 Engineering Project report

Students are required to demonstrate their ability to independently undertake research and

analysis.

To pass the Water Resources Engineering project the candidate shall satisfy the examiners

in written report and in project presentation.

2.2.4 Course Grading

Grading shall be done out of 100 marks. Thereafter, an appropriate latter grade shall be

award according to the ranking in Table 2.1. Moreover, Table 1 shows the Grade Points (GPs)

associated with the marks ranges.

Table 2.1 Course Grading

Mark % Letter Code Grade Point

80-100

75-79

70-74

65-69

60-64

55-59

50-54

45-49

40-44

35-39

Below 35

A

B+

B

B-

C+

C

C-

D+

D

D-

E

5.0

4.5

4.0

3.5

3.0

2.5

2.0

1.5

1.0

0.5

0.0

The following additional letters shall be used whenever appropriate:

AC – Audited Course

F - Fail

I – Incomplete

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P – Pass

W – Withdraw

NP – Normal Progress

2.2.5 Minimum Pass Mark

The minimum pass mark shall be 50% (equivalent to 2.0 grade points) for all courses.

2.2.6 Grade Point Average and Cumulative Grade Point Average

The Grade Point Average (GPA) shall be calculated using the following formula:

n

i i

n

i ii

CU

CUPGGPA

1

1)(

Where iPG is the Grade Point score in course i ; iCU is the number of Credit Units of

course i ; and n is the number of courses taken in that semester or recess term.

CGPA is calculated using a formula similar to the one above, but n is the number of

course taken from the beginning of the program up to the time when the CGPA is being

calculated.

CGPA =

n

i

i

n

i

ii

CU

CUGP

1

1

Where

GPi is the grade point score of a particular course i

CUi is the number of Credit Units of Course i

n is the total number of courses so far done.

i is the course count.

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2.2.7 Progression

At the end of every semester and recess term, students’ progress shall be classified in the

following categories: Normal Progress, Probationary Progress, and Discontinuation.

2.2.8 Normal Progress

This occurs when a student has passed (Grade point of 2.0) all the courses that he/she has

taken so far, since the beginning of the program.

2.2.9 Probationary Progress

This is a warning stage; it occurs when either the CGPA is less than 2.0, or the student has

failed a core course. The probation is waved once these conditions cease to hold.

2.2.10 Discontinuation

This occurs when a student accumulates three consecutive probations based on CGPA or

on the same core course(s),

2.2.11 Course Retaking

A student may retake any course when it is offered, if he/she had failed it. A student may

take a substitute elective course where a student does not wish to retake a failed elective.

2.2.12 Requirements for the Award of the Degree of Bachelor of Science in Civil and

Water Engineering

The degree of Bachelor of Science in Civil and Water Engineering shall be awarded to a

candidate who obtains 169 credit units, gained from 44 courses. Moreover, the student will have

to pass all the courses in a period stipulated by the Busitema University Senate and Council.

2.2.13 Degree Classification

The degree awarded shall be called Bachelor of Science in Water Resources Engineering

(BSc. WAR) and its classification shall be based on CGPA as shown in Table 2.2.

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Table 2.2 Degree classification

CLASS CGPA

First Class 4.40 – 5.00

Second Class, Upper Division 3.60 – 4.39

Second Class, Lower Division 2.80 – 3.59

Pass 2.00 – 2.79

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3.0 RESOURCES FOR THE PROGRAMME

3.1 Laboratory equipment

The laboratory equipment has been provided and has been split according to the year in

which they shall be used namely First Year equipment, Second Year equipment, Third Year

equipment and Fourth Year equipment. The equipment details have been provided in Appendix

A1.

3.2 Text books and Library

Busitema University has a main library at the main campus. The library already has some

engineering and technology books related to Agricultural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering,

Automotive Engineering, Agricultural Mechanization and Irrigation Engineering, Computer

Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Ginning Engineering and Textile Engineering. A list of text

books and general reading materials specific to Water Resources Engineering has been provided

and are listed under the respective courses. The books are in the process of being procured.

3.3 Teaching staff

The Department of Water Resources Engineering will require an administrator cum

academician supported by a secretary and an office assistant. In addition there will be eighteen

academic staff with qualifications and expertise as indicated in Appendix A2.

The Department shall initially rely on visiting and part-time staff to cover courses where

there shall be need for specialist staff.

3.4 Finances

This programme shall receive most of its funding from Government subvention to cater

for the initial 20 Government sponsored students. However, 30 private students, both local and

foreign, shall be admitted into the programme. The local students shall pay fees of UGX 950,000

per semester, while the foreign students shall pay fees of USD 800 per semester. These fees shall

be reviewed from time to time. Additional funding shall come from development partners and

from consultancy services.

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4.0 PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

Table 1: First Year Programme Courses

Year Semester Course Code Course Name Lecture

Hours (LH)

Practical

Hours

(PH)

Tutorial

Hours

(TH)

Contact

Hours

(CH)

Credit

Units (CU)

First I WAR 1101 Engineering Mathematics I 60 0 15 60 4

WAR 1102 Engineering Mechanics 45 30 15 60 4

WAR 1103 Circuits Theory and Digital

Electronics

45 30 15 60 4

WAR 1104 Computer Applications 45 30 15 60 4

WAR 1105 Engineering Drawing 30 60 15 60 4

WAR 1106 Communication Skills 45 0 15 45 3

WAR 1107 Introduction to Engineering 45 0 15 45 3

Total CU 26

II WAR 1201 Engineering Mathematics II 60 0 15 60 4

WAR 1202 Computer Aided Design 30 30 15 45 3

WAR 1203 Thermodynamics 45 30 15 60 4

WAR 1204 Fluid Mechanics 45 30 15 60 4

WAR 1205 Environmental Science 45 30 15 60 4

WAR 1206 Surveying for Engineers 30 30 15 60 3

Total CU 22

Recess WAR 1207 Vocational Training 300 30 2

Total 51

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Table 2: Second Year Programme Courses

Year Semester Course

Code

Course Name Lecture

Hours

(LH)

Practica

l Hours

(PH)

Tutorial

Hours

(TH)

Contact

Hours (CH)

Credit

Units

(CU)

Second I WAR 2101 Engineering Mathematics III 60 0 15 60 4

WAR 2102 Engineering Geology 45 30 15 60 4

WAR 2103 Hydrology I 45 30 15 60 4

WAR 2104 Mechanics of Materials 45 30 15 60 4

WAR 2105 Soil Mechanics 45 30 15 60 4

WAR 2106 Computer Programming 45 30 15 60 4

Total CU 24

II WAR 2201 Theory of Structures 45 30 15 60 4

WAR 2202 Electrical Devices and Machines 45 30 15 60 4

WAR 2203 Water Treatment I 45 30 15 60 4

WAR 2204 Engineering Hydraulics 45 30 15 60 4

WAR 2205 Material Science 45 30 15 60 4

WAR 2206 Hydrology II (Extreme Weather

Hydrology)

45 30 15 60 4

Total CU 24

Recess WAR 2207 Industrial Training I 300 30 2

Total 48

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Table 3: Third Year Programme Courses


Code

Course Name Lecture

Hours

(LH)

Practical

Hours

(PH)

Tutorial

Hours

(TH)

Contact

Hours

(CH)

Credit

Units

(CU)

Third I WAR 3101 Business Management and

Negotiation Skills

45 0 15 45 3

WAR 3102 GIS Application in Water

Resources

30 60 15 60 4

WAR 3103 Water Treatment II 45 30 15 60 4

WAR 3104 Engineering Design 45 30 15 60 4

WAR 3105 Foundation Engineering 45 30 15 60 4

Total CU 19

II WAR 3201 Hydrological Data Processing 45 30 15 60 4

WAR 3202 Groundwater Development and

Management

45 30 15 60 4

WAR 3203 Design of Structures (Steel and

Concrete)

45 30 15 60 4

WAR 3204 Irrigation and Drainage

Engineering

45 30 15 60 4

WAR 3205 Water Supply Systems 45 0 15 45 3

Total CU 19

Recess WAR 3206 Industrial Training II 300 30 2

Total 40

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Table 4: Fourth Year Programme Courses


Code

Course Name Lecture

Hours

(LH)

Practica

l Hours

(PH)

Tutorial

Hours

(TH)

Contact

Hours

(CH)

Credit

Units

(CU)

Fourth I WAR 4101 Engineering Project I 0 60 0 30 2

WAR 4102 Planning and Development of

Hydropower

45 30 15 60 4

WAR 4103 Entrepreneurship 45 0 15 45 3

WAR 4104 Engineering Ethics 45 0 15 45 3

WAR 4105 Water Resources planning & Mgt 45 30 15 60 4

Electives (choose one)

WAR 4106 River Engineering 30 30 15 45 3

WAR 4107 Engineering Economics 45 0 15 45 3

Total CU 19

II WAR 4201 Engineering Project II 0 120 60 4

WAR 4202 Renewable Energy Technologies 45 30 15 60 4

WAR 4203 Design of Hydropower Structures 45 30 15 60 4

WAR 4204 Environmental Planning and Mgt 45 0 15 45 3

Electives (choose one)

WAR 4205 Construction Management 45 0 15 45 3

WAR 4206 Business Law 45 0 15 45 3

Total CU 18

Total 37

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5.0 DETAILED DESCRIPTIION OF COURSES

5.1 YEAR ONE COURSES

5.1.1 SEMESTER ONE

WAR 1101 Engineering Mathematics I (4CU)

Short Description

The course covers areas of: Concept of Functions, Differential and Integral Calculus, Complex

number (variable), Vector Algebra, Linear Transformation and Matrices.

Course Objectives

To introduce the students to the fundamental principles of engineering mathematics and

application

To consolidate the students previous mathematics knowledge in algebra and calculus.

Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, a student should be able to:

apply the knowledge of calculus and algebra in solving engineering problems.

use the knowledge acquired to understand the advance engineering mathematics.

Teaching and Learning Pattern

The teaching of students will be conducted through lectures, tutorials, short classroom exercises

and group discussions.

Assessment Method

Assessment will be done through:

Coursework which includes assignments and tests. Course work will carry a total of 40%.

Coursework marks will be divided into; Assignments 20%, Tests 20%

Written examination. Written examination will carry 60%.

Detailed Course Content

Element Time

1.0 Concept of Function

1.1 Elementary and Transcendental Functions

1.2 Exponential, Hyperbolic and Logarithmic Functions of a Real Variable

4 hours

2.0 Complex Number (Variable) Algebra

2.1 Definition

2.2 Properties (Algebraic Operations) and Applications

2.3 Cartesian and Polar Representations

10 hours

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2.4 Absolute Values

2.5 Products, Powers and Quotients

2.6 Extraction of Roots Moivre’s Theorem

2.7 Exponential and Hyperbolic

3.0 Differential Calculus

3.1 Differential of Functions of One and Several Variables

3.2 Rules of Differentiability and mean value theorem

3.3 Differentiation of Functions involving Exponential & Logarithmic

functions

3.4 Maxima and Minima

3.5 Indeterminate Forms – l’Hospital’s Rule

3.6 Extrema and identification using Second Derivative

3.7 Partial Differentiation

3.8 Chance of Variables

3.9 Implicit Functions and the Derivatives of Inverse Circular Functions

3.10 Higher Order Partial Derivatives

15 hours

4.0 Integral Calculus

4.1 Fundamentals of Integration

4.2 Definite Integrals; area under the curve and continuous function

4.3 Volumes of Solids and Surfaces of Revolution

4.4 Inequalities

4.5 Definite Integral as a Function of its Upper Limit

4.6 Indefinite Integrals Differentiation of an Integral Containing a Parameter.

4.7 Application of Definite Integrals

4.8 Double Integrals and their Applications

4.9 Systematic Integration

4.10 Partial Fractions

15 hours

5.0 Linear Transformation and Matrices

6.1 Definitions

6.2 Equality of Matrices

6.3 Types of Matrices

6.4 Sum and Product of Matrices

6.5 Identity, Inverse and Transpose of a Matrix

6.6 Symmetric and Skew-Symmetric Matrix

6.7 Determinants – Definition and Properties

6.8 Minors and Cofactors

6.9 Evaluation of Determinants by Co-factors

6.10 Solution of Systems of Linear Algebraic Equations

6.11 Systems of Homogeneous Equations

6.12 Cramer’s Rule and Gauss-Jordan Method

10 hrs

6.0 Vector Algebra

5.1 Product in Terms of Components

5.4 Applications to Analytic Geometry – Equations of Lines, Planes, etc

5.5 Vector Addition, Multiplication by Scalars

5.2 Dot and Cross Products of Vectors

5.3 Vector Physical Applications- Work Done, Normal Flux, Moments. Force,

6 hours

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Angular Velocity of a Rigid Body

7.0 Tutorials 15 hours

Reading List

1. Erwin Kreyszig, 1999. Advanced Engineering Mathematics. 8th

Ed. John Wiley & Sons,

Sons, INC. New York

2. Murray R. Spiegel, 1981. Applied Differential Equations. 3rd

Ed. Prentice Hall Inc.,

Englewood Cliffs, N.J. 07632

3. Mary L. Boas, 1983. Mathematical Methods in Physical Sciences. 2nd

Ed. John Wiley and

Sons, INC, New York

4. Stephenson G., 1988. Mathematical Methods for Science Students. 2nd

Ed. Longman Group

UK

5. KA Stroud and Dexter J. Booth (2007): Engineering Mathematics (6th edition). Palgrave

Macmillan.

WAR 1102 Engineering Mechanics (4CU)

Short Description

This course introduces the students to the study of forces and motion in solid bodies. It will

covers areas of; Idealization and principles of mechanics, Equilibrium of particles and rigid

bodies, Structural Analysis, Internal Forces, Friction, Principals of virtual work potential energy,

Kinetics and kinematics of particles and rigid bodies.

Course Objectives

To introduce the students to the fundamental principles of engineering mechanics and

applications.

To impart to the students the formulation and analysis skills of engineering problems

Learning Outcomes

Students should be able to apply the principles of mechanics to formulate engineering

problems.

Students should be able to apply the principles of mechanics in the analysis of engineering

structures and machines




Assessment Method




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Written examination. Written examination will carries 60%.


Topics Time

1.0 Statics

1.1 Idealization and principles of mechanics

1.2 Important coordinate systems and vector quantities

1.3 Force systems and equilibrium.

1.4 Applications to elements of structures: trusses, beams, cables and

chain

1.5 Friction

1.6 Principles of virtual work and minimum potential energy

4 hours

4 hours

4 hours

7 hours

4 hours

4 hours

2.0 Dynamics

2.1 Fundamentals of dynamics

2.2 Kinetics of particles

2.3 Kinematics of particles

2.4 Kinetics of rigid bodies in plane motion

2.5 Kinematics of rigid bodies in plane motion

2 hours

4 hours

4 hours

4 hours

4 hours

3.0 Tutorial 15 hours

4.0 Laboratories 30 hours

Reading List

1. Russell C. Hibbeler (2006): Engineering Mechanics – Statics 11th

Edition. Prentice Hall;

2. Russell C. Hibbeler (2006): Engineering Mechanics – Statics & Dynamics 11th

Edition.

Prentice Hall;

3. J. L. Meriam and L. G. Kraige (2006): Engineering Mechanics: Dynamics, 6th

edition.

Wiley;

4. J. L. Meriam and L. G. Kraige (2006): Engineering Mechanics – Statics 6th

Edition;

Wiley;

5. Anthony M. Bedford and Wallace Fowler (2007): Engineering Mechanics: Statics &

Dynamics (5th

Edition). Prentice Hall;

6. The internet and other electronic resources

WAR 1103 Circuits Theory and Digital Electronics (4CU)

Short Description

This course presents a recap of the principles of electrical circuits. It covers DC and AC circuits,

AC circuit analysis of simple networks, Elementary transient signals, Electronic circuits and

digital electronics.

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Course Objectives

To equip students with skills needed to analyse simple electrical systems

The course will introduce methods and techniques for solving problems using electrical

circuit analogous approach.

The course will give an understanding between digital and analogue circuits

Learning Outcomes


Identify and explain the functions of the various components that make up an electrical

circuit network

Use the electrical circuits to solve problems in different engineering systems

Carry out analysis of electrical circuits


The teaching of students will be conducted through lectures, tutorials, short classroom exercises,

laboratories and group discussions.

Assessment Method


Coursework which includes assignments, laboratories and tests. Course work will carry a

total of 40%. Coursework marks will be divided into; Assignments 5%, Tests 10%,

laboratories/practicals 25%



DC circuits

1.1 Circuit concepts

1.2 Current and e.m.f.

1.3 Ohm’s law

1.4 Joule’s law of heating

3 hours

2.0 Kirchoff’s law and Superposition principle. 2 hours

3.0 Power and Energy 2 hour

Electrostatics

4.1 Charge

4.2 Current and energy

3 hours

5.0 Permittivity and Capacitance 2 hour

7.0 Capacitors.

7.1 Types and characteristics

7.2 Properties and circuits

2 hours

8.0 Magnetism and magnetic circuits.

8.1 Fields due to current

8.2 Forces on current-carrying conductors.

4 hours

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8.3 Magnetic fields

8.4 Magnetisation and demagnetisation

9.0 Electromagnetism

9.1 Principles and laws

9.2 Effects and applications of electromagnetism

4 hours

10.0 Transient Effects

10.1 L,R and C circuits

10.2 Time constants

10.3 Switching circuits and switching operation

4 hours

Alternative Current (A.C) Circuits

11.1 Series, parallel and series-parallel circuits

11.2 Resonance in circuits

11.0 11.3 Coil Q-factor and selectivity

5 hours

12.0 Three phase circuits and supply 3 hours

13.0 Introduction to Electronic circuits

13.1 Thermionic devices

13.2 Diodes

13.3 Field effect transistors

13.4 Amplifiers

6 hours

14.0 Introduction to Digital electronics

14.1 Analogue and digital quantities and techniques

14.2 Distinction between analogue and digital techniques

5 hours

15.0 Tutorial 15 hours


Reading list

1. Alan R. Hambley (2007): Electrical Engineering: Principles and Applications, 4th

edition. Prentice Hall. ISBN-10: 0131989227 126.00

2. Giorgio Rizzoni (2005): Principles and Applications of Electrical Engineering, 5th

edition. McGraw-Hill; ISBN-10: 0073220337 127.00

3. Myron E. Sveum (2006): Electrical and Computer Engineering. Professional

Publications (CA) ISBN-10: 1591260698 37.00

4. Forrest M. Mims III (2003): Getting Started in Electronics. Master Publishing, Inc.

ISBN-10: 0945053282 20.00

5. Charles I. Hubert (2001): Electric Machines: Theory, Operating, Applications, and

Controls, 2nd edition. Prentice Hall; 120.00

6. Heribert Vollmer (1999): An Introduction to Circuit Complexity: A Uniform Approach,

1st Edition. Springer ISBN-10: 3540643109


8. Laboratories

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WAR 1104 Computer Applications (4CU)

Short Description

The course introduces basic techniques of computer use and applications in engineering and

provides an overview of the computer systems components and operation. It covers Introduction

to computer hardware components and functions: CPU, Memory. I/O devices, Secondary

storage. Software concepts including principles of operating systems and user interfaces.

Introduction to common application software using Word processors and Spreadsheets as

examples. Internet surfing. Laboratories

Course objectives

To introduce the students to computer systems components and operation

To train the students on how to use the compute in analysing and simplifying engineering

problems

To give a foundation for further applications of computer tools in engineering and ICT

Learning Outcomes


explain the functions of various computer components

use the computer MS versions in preparing documents

have knowledge to access information via internet and networking




Assessment Method







Element Time

1.0 Basic Computer Knowledge and Features

1.1 Introduction

1.2 The computer evolution

1.3 Definition

1.4 The importance of the computer

1.5 Characteristics of computers

1.6 Uses of computers

6 hours

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2.0 Computer Classification

2.1 Introduction

2.2 Classification by process

2.3 Classification by purpose

2.4 Classification by size

2.5 Classification by processor power

6 hours

3.0 Microcomputer Input Devices

3.1 Introduction

3.2 Input devices

3.3 The Keyboard

3.4 The Mouse

3.5 Digitizer

3.6 Optical /Scanner

3.7 Digital Cameras

4 hours

4.0 Microcomputer Output Devices

4.1 Introduction

4.2 Forms of Computer Output

4.3 Printers

4.4 Impact Printers

4.5 Non-impact

4.6 Speakers

4.7 Storage Devices

4 hours

5.0 Computer Memory

5.1 Introduction

5.2 Definition

5.3 ROM (Read only memory)

5.4 RAM (Random Access Memory)

5.5 Cache Memory

3 hours

6.0 Memory Measurements and The Binary Codes

6.1 Introduction

6.2 Binary Digits

4 hours

7.0 Storage Devices in Computers

7.1 Introduction

7.2 Floppy diskettes

7.3 Hard/Fixed Disks

7.4 CD-ROM (Compact Disk Read Only Memory)

7.5 Zip Disks

7.6 Storage Media Drives (Diskette Drives

3 hours

8.0 Microsoft Disk Operating System (Ms-Dos)

8.1 Introduction

8.2 The Role of MS-DOS

2 hours

9.0 Microsoft Windows

9.1 Introduction

9.2 Definition

9.3 Basic Mouse Techniques

9.4 Windows fundamentals

4 hours

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9.5 Icons

9.6 Dialog Boxes

9.7 Program Manager

9.8 File Manager

9.9 Creating a Directory/folder

10.0 Application Software

10.1 Introduction

10.2 Off-Shelf Software

10.3 Word Processors

10.4 Microsoft Word

3 Hours

11.0 Operating Systems 2 hour

12.0 Computer Society and The Future

12.1 Computerized work

12.2 Computer crimes and privacy to data

12.3 Computer viruses

12.4 Software piracy

12.5 Data protection act

12.6 The future

4 hours

13.0 Tutorials 15 Hours

PRACTICALS

A. Word Processing 9 hours

B. Spreadsheet 10 hours

C. Presentation package (PowerPoint) 6 hours

D. E-mailing and Internet Browsing 5 hours

Reading List

1. Murry K, 2003. Faster Smarter. Microsoft Office XP. Prentice Hall Of India

2. Wakubiri 2002. An introduction to Information Technology. Unpublished pamphlet.

3. Online journals and any other relevant textbooks, website and resources in the library or else where.

WAR 1105 Engineering Drawing (4CU)

Short Description

This course introduces students to: Drawing principles. Descriptive geometry, Projections,

Sectional views, Theory of Shape Description, Pictorial Drawings, and Civil Engineering

Drawing.

Course Objectives

To introduce students to the different methods of developing and interpreting engineering

drawings.

To introduce students to basic drawing office practice as a prerequisite for understanding

Computer Aided Design

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Learning Outcome

At the end of this course the student should be able to develop and interpret engineering

drawings and use the drawing principles to understand Computer Aided Design




Assessment Method


Coursework which includes assignments and tests. Course work will carry a total of

40%. Coursework marks will be divided into; Assignments 20%, Tests 20%



Topics Time

1 Drafting Office Practice

Introduction to, aims and purpose of engineering drawing

Standard drawing sheets and their layout, parts, material lists and

modification panels

Standard details and specifications

Lines types, lettering and their application

4 hours

2 Projections

Orthographic projects

Auxiliary projects

Isometric projects

6 hours

3 Drawing and Drafting Skills

Freehand sketching

Pictorial drawings

Theory of shape description

Dimensioning principles

Sectioning

Surface development and interpenetration

Auxiliary views

8 hours

4 Assembly Drawing 2 hours

5.0 Civil Engineering Drawing 10 hours

6.0 laboratory/ Practical 60 hours

Reading List

1. David A. Madsen (2006): Engineering Drawing and Design, 4th edition. CENGAGE

Delmar Learning.

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2. Robert A. Rauderbaugh (1999): Visualization, Sketching and Freehand Drawing for

Engineering Design. Schroff Development Corp

3. Cecil H. Jensen (2006): Interpreting Engineering Drawings (Drafting and Design, 7th

edition. CENGAGE Delmar Learning;


WAR 1106 Communication Skills (3CU)

Short Description

The course put emphasis on the skills of communicating information effectively and efficiently.

It deals with techniques of speech, document/report writing, language style, making

presentations, conducting meetings and general information exchange/management.

Course objectives

To equip students with fundamental skills of Reading, listening, note-taking and note making,

speaking and interacting skills.

To train students in Academic writing skills of report writing, seminar and workshop paper

presentation. Business correspondence and memo-writing

Learning outcomes

At the end of this course, a student should have acquired skills in:

Being able to produce written documents with accurate, well organized content and minimal

spelling and grammatical errors, and make oral presentations that are well organized and

effective

Effective language skills for listening, speaking, reading and writing

Oral presentation and interacting skills

Report writing skills

Conducting meetings




Assessment Method






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Element Time

1. Introduction

1.1 The Fundamentals of Communication

1.2 Rhetorical Choices

1.3 Note-taking and note-making

10 hours

2.0 Report writing

2.1 Contents of a scientific report

2.2 Contents of a business report

2.3 Memo-writing

2.4 Business correspondence

20 hours

3.0 Oral Communication

3.1 Listening, reading and speaking

3.2 Preparing of a presentation

3.3 Presentation skills

10 hours

4.0 Conducting a Meeting

4.1 Preparing an agenda and calling a meeting

4.2 Taking minutes

4.3 Seminar and workshop organization

5 hours


Reading List

1. Developing communication skills by Richard Fialding

2. Communication skills training by Maureen Orey

3. Improve communication skills by Kellie Fowler and James Manktelow.

WAR 1107 Introduction to Engineering (3CU)

Short Description

This course introduces students to the history and evolution of engineering and its contribution to

society transformation. Different fields of engineering will be explained and their respective

significance to the world’s development trends.

Course Objectives

To give the student an understanding of engineering profession and its contribution to the

development of society

To motivate the students towards realization of their role in society upon completion of

their engineering field of study.

To expose the students to the challenges the engineering profession is faced with brought

about by ever changing demands and lifestyles of people.

To teach the students the role of engineering in sustainable development.

Learning outcomes

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Have gained an understanding of different fields of engineering

Explain the role engineering plays in sustainable development

Have gained an understanding of their role in society upon completion of their respective

program




Assessment Method






Element Time

1.0 History of Science and Engineering 6 hours

2.0 Engineering Profession 4 hours

3.0 Sustainable Development 6 hours

4.0 Challenges of Developing countries especially Sub-Saharan Africa 3 hours

5.0 Contribution of Engineering to Sustainable Development 6 hours

6.0 Innovation in Engineering which change the world 10 hours

7.0 The future of Engineering Education 6 hours

8.0 Engineering Professional Bodies 4 hours


Reading List

1. Engineering Fundamentals: An Introduction to Engineering-International students edition

(3rd

Edition). ISBN-13: 978-0-495-24466-0

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5.1.2 SEMESTER TWO

WAR 1201 Engineering Mathematics II (4CU)

Short Description

This course will covers topics build from the previous engineering mathematics course thus

providing students with in depth knowledge of applying mathematics in solving engineering

problems. The areas to be covered include ordinary differential equations, Infinite series, Vector

analysis and Numerical analysis.

Course Objectives

To provide students with in-depth knowledge of applying mathematics in solving engineering

problems using ordinary differential equations and numerical analysis

Learning Outcomes


formulate engineering problems using ordinary differential equations and numerical analysis.

apply the mathematics knowledge in understanding concepts in other engineering courses




Assessment Method






Element Time

1.0 Ordinary Differential Equations

1.1 Definitions and Types of Ordinary Differential Equations

1.2 Applications of Elementary Ordinary Differential Equations

1.3 Ordinary Differential equations of orders greater than one

1.4 The D-operator.

1.5 Ordinary Linear Differential Equations in Electromechanical

systems and Beams.

1.6 Oscillatory Motion,

25 hours

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2.0 Infinite Series

2.1 Sequences, Convergence of Sequences, Sequences of Real and

Complex Numbers

2.2 Power Series, Convergence of Power Series

2.3 Maclaurin’s and Taylor’s Series, Fourier Series, Periodic

2.4 Functions, Trigonometric Fourier Series

2.5 Exponential Fourier Series and Euler’s Formula

2.6 Fourier Series of Odd and Even Functions

2.7 Fourier series of Functions of Arbitrary Periods, Half-Range

2.8 Fourier Series Expansions, Determination of Fourier Series

without Integration

15 hours

3.0 Vector Analysis

3.1 Scalar and Vector Fields,

3.2 Vector Functions,

3.3 Derivatives of Vector Functions,

3.4 Divergence and Curl of Vector Functions

3.5 Applications of Vector Functions

12 hours

4.0 Numerical Analysis

4.1 Numerical Solutions of Polynomial Algebraic Equations

4.2 Interpolation Formulae

4.3 Numerical Differentiation and Integration

4.4 Trapezoidal and Simpson’s rules of Integration

4.5 Numerical Solutions of Ordinary Differential

8 hours


Pre-requisite: CWE 1101 Engineering Mathematics I

Reading List



Sons, INC. New York





Ed. John Wiley and

Sons, INC, New York


Ed. Longman

Group UK

5. KA Stroud and Dexter J. Booth (2007): Engineering Mathematics (6th

edition). Palgrave

Macmillan.

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WAR 1202 Computer Aided Design (3CU)

Short Description

This course introduces students to practical application Computer Aided Design including

simulation, modelling and production of drawings

Course objectives

To introduce the students to engineering drawing using Computer Aided Design

Learning outcomes

At the end of this course the student will be able to apply the concepts of computer aided design

to practical engineering drawing problems.



and practice and group discussions.

Assessment Method


Coursework which includes assignments and tests. Course work will carry a total of

40%. Coursework marks will be divided into; Assignments 20%, Tests 20%



Topics Time

1 Introduction to solid modelling environment 1.1 System Hardware 1.2 Output Devices 1.3 Storage 1.4 Workstations 1.5 Networked Systems,

4 hours

2 Modelling of features and surfaces 2.1 Simulation based design

6 hours

3 Generation of production drawings

3.1 Application too civil engineering drawing

10 hours

4 Computer aided design in assembly drawing

4.1 Introduction to assembly environment

4.2 Mating of parts in assembly

4.3 Production drawing in assembly

10 hours

5 Practices 30 hours

Suggested Reading

1. Jeanne Aarhus (2006): Microstation V8 for Autocad Users 1st edition. OnWord Press

2. Andrew Anderson (2002): Microstation V8: An Introduction to Computer-Aided Design.

Schroff Development Corp.

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3. Stephen J. Schoonmaker (2002): The CAD Guidebook: A Basic Manual for

Understanding and Improving Computer-Aided Design, 1st edition. CRC;

4. S. Bingulac (1993): Algorithms for Computer – Aided Design and Multi – Variable

Control Systems. CRC;

5. C. S. Krishnamoorthy, S. Rajeev, and A. Rajaraman (2004): Computer Aided Design:

Software and Analytical Tools, Second Edition. Alpha Science International, Ltd.

6. Geert Van der Plas, Georges Gielen, and Willy M.C. Sansen (2002): A Computer-Aided

Design and Synthesis Environment for Analog, 1st Edition. Springer

7. Computers


WAR 1203 Thermodynamics (4CU)

Short Description

The course introduces students to fundamentals of thermodynamics applied to engineering. It

covers Properties of state, process and cycles. Thermal equilibrium of state. First law, process of

ideal gases. Second law, entropy, application in heat engines, combustion equations. Fuel

adiabatic temperature. Chemical equilibrium. Energy economy and alternative sources.

Course Objectives

To equip students with knowledge on thermodynamic properties of materials and fluids

To introduce students to the basics of fuel combustion and thermal energy conversion in

general

Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, a student should have acquired skills in:

fundamental understanding of how basic laws of thermodynamics and properties of matter

describe states of systems and processes involving heat and work

Knowledge of mathematical relationships between basic thermodynamic properties (such as

temperature, entropy, enthalpy, etc…)

ability to perform energy and mass balances for the design and/or analysis of cycles for

steam power plants, gas turbines and refrigeration cycles




Assessment Method





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Detailed course content

Element Time

1.0 Basic Concepts

1.1 Introduction

1.2 Definition (Thermodynamics, heat, work, systems; closed, open,

etc)

1.3 Working state, properties of state (Intensive & extensive)

1.4 Thermodynamics state and processes

1.5 Principle of energy conservation, thermal, mechanical, etc

1.6 Equation of state and ideal gases

1.7 Specific heat capacities and perfect gases

1.8 Zeroth law of thermodynamics

12 hours

2.0 Working Fluid

2.1 Pure substances

2.2 Phase change and phase diagrams

2.3 Reading of steam tables

8 hours

3.0 First Law

3.1 1st law of thermodynamics as applied to closed systems

3.2 1st law of thermodynamics as applied to open systems

3.3 Applications of the 1st law to common systems

8 hours

4.0 Second Law

4.1 Second law of thermodynamics and entropy

4.2 Heat engines

3.11 ho

urs

5.0 Cycles

5.1 Carnot cycle

5.2 Brayton cycle

5.3 Otto and diesel cycles

5.4 Rankine cycle

5.5 Fuels and combustion

5.6 Theoretical and actual combustion processes

5.7 Enthalpy of formation and enthalpy of combustion

5.8 First law analysis of reacting systems

5.9 Adiabatic flame temperature

13 hours



Reading List

1. McConkey and Estop, (1996), Applied thermodynamics for engineering technologists. 5th

Ed. ELBS Longman.

2. Richard E. Sonntag, Claus Borgnakke and Gordon J. Van Wylen (2002): Fundamentals

of Thermodynamics, 6th

edition. Wiley

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3. Michael J. Moran and Howard N. Shapiro (2003): Fundamentals of Engineering

Thermodynamics 5th

edition. Wiley


WAR 1204 Fluid Mechanics (4CU)

Short Description:

The course will cover areas of properties of fluids, fluid statics, fluids in motion, mass and

energy conservation, open channel flow, flow in pipes, unsteady flow in closed conduits and

laboratories

Course objectives

To introduce students to basic concepts and principles of fluid flow in opened and closed

channel.

Learning outcomes

At the end of the course, the students should be able to apply the theoretical and practical

understanding of the fluid flows in the design of the hydraulic structures



and group discussions and laboratories.

Assessment Method


Coursework which includes assignments, tests and laboratories. Course work will carry a

total of 40%. Coursework marks will be divided into; Assignments 10%, Tests 10% and

laboratories 20%



Topics Time

1.0Properties of fluids

1.1 Introduction

1.2 Difference between fluids and solids

1.3 Difference between gases and liquids

1.4 Physical properties; density, specific gravity, viscosity, bulk

modulus and elasticity

7hours

2.0 Fluid Static

2.1 Pascal’s law for pressure at a point in a fluid

2.2 Variation of pressure in a static fluid

2.3 Absolute and gauge pressure, vacuum

8 hours

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3.0 Fluids Motion

3.1 Flow classification

3.2 Real; and ideal fluids

3.4 Lamina and turbulent flow

3.5 Reynolds number

3.6 Uniform and steady flow

3.7 Local and adjective acceleration

3.8 Discharge and mean velocity

3.9 Streamline stream tube and orifice flow

10 hours

4.0Buoyancy and floatation

4.1 Archimedes principles

4.2 Stability of floating bodies

4 hours

5.0Flows over bodies

5.1 Drags on flat plates

5.2 Stagnation point and pressure separation

5.3 Vortex shedding, drags and lift forces

6 hours

6.0 Mass and energy conservation

6.1Continuity equation

6.2 Momentum equation

6.3 Energy (Bernoulli) equation

3.12 Application of the energy equation

3.13 ho

urs



Reading List

1. Irving Shames (2002): Mechanics of Fluids, 4th

edition. McGraw-Hill;

2. Robert L. Mott (2005): Applied Fluid Mechanics 6th

edition. Prentice Hall;

3. John M. Cimbala and Yunus A. Cengel (2006): Essentials of Fluid Mechanics:

Fundamentals and Applications with Student Resource DVD 1st edition. McGraw-Hill.

4. Klaus Gersten, Volker Hans and Ernst Von Lavante (2004): Fluid Mechanics of Flow

Metering 1st edition. Springer


6. Laboratories

WAR 1205 Environmental Science (4CU)

Short Description

The course provides recap of the fundamentals of chemistry for engineering, the essentials of

environmental physics, transport of pollutants, the natural cycles of the environment,

atmosphere, hydrosphere and chemical toxicology.

Course objectives

To provide students with basic understanding of chemistry of the environment

To provide students with basic understanding of environmental physics

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To prepare students for easy understanding of further courses involving environment and

climate change

Learning Outcomes


Explain the essential of environmental physics, global climate variations and examples of

environmental spectroscopy

Have knowledge on pollutants and their transport in the atmosphere.

Monitor pollution.




Assessment Method






Element Time

1.0 The essentials of environmental physics

1.1 The economic system

1.2 Living in the greenhouse

1.3 Enjoying the sun

1.4 Transport of matter, energy and momentum

1.5 The social and political context

12 hours

2.0 The Global Climate

2.1 The energy balance: A zero-dimensional greenhouse model

2.2 Elements of weather and climate

2.3 Climate variation and modeling

9 hours

3.0 Transport of Pollutants

3.1 Diffusion

3.2 Flow in rivers

3.3 Ground water flow

3.4 The equations of fluid dynamics

3.5 Turbulence

3.6 Gaussian plumes in the air

3.7 Turbulent jets and plumes

3.8 Particle physics

18 hours

4.0 Spectra and Examples of Environmental Spectroscopy 6 hours

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4.1 Overview of spectroscopy

4.2 Atomic and molecular spectra

4.3 Scattering

4.4 Examples of environmental analysis


6.0 Practicals 30 hours

Reading List

Stanley E. Manahan, “Environmental Chemistry,” Eighth edition.

James E., “Principles of Environmental Chemistry.”

Egbert Boeker and Rienk van Grondelle, 1999, “Environmental Physics,” John Wiley and

Sons Ltd, Second Edition.

CWE 1206 Surveying for Engineers (3CU)

Short Description

The course will cover areas of properties of fluids, fluid statics, fluids in motion, mass and

energy conservation, open channel flow, flow in pipes, unsteady flow in closed conduits and

laboratories

Course objectives

This course aims at introducing students to the art of making measurements of relative positions

of natural and man made features on the earth’s surface and the presentation of this information

either graphically or numerically

Learning outcomes

By the end of this course students should be able to acquire skills in surveying and measurements

and is able to locate the positions of natural and man made features on the earth’s surface and

present the information either graphically and numerically.

.




Assessment Method


Coursework which includes assignments, tests and practical work. Course work will carry a


practical work 20%



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Topics Time

1.0 Introduction

1.1 Geodetic surveying

1.2 Topographical surveying

1.3 Cadastral surveying

1.4 Surveying equipment (plane table, level, campus, theodolite) and their

uses

10 hours

2.0 Surveying

2.1 Distance and angular measurements

2.2 Plane control

2.3 Contouring

2.4 Introduction to cartography

2.5 Location requirements for various features

25 hours

4.0 Practical work 30 hours

Suggested reading

1. Banister A. and Raymond S., (2000), Surveying, 5th

Ed., ELBS ISBN 0582072425

2. John Scott (2007): Agricultural Surveying: A Practical Treatise. Kessinger Publishing,

LLC (2007).

3. Harry L. Field and John Solie (2007): Introduction to Agricultural Engineering

Technology: A Problem Solving Approach, 3rd

edition. Springer;

4. Jim Richardson (1997): Sustainable Farm Enterprises. Butterworth-Heinemann

5. Uren J aad Price W.F. (1991), Surveying for engineers, Macmillan Education Ltd


5.1.3 RECESS PERIOD

WAR 1207 Vocational training/workshop practices

Short Course Description

This course gives the students hands-on experience in workshop practice and management

Course objectives

To introduce students to the practical engineering skills

Learning outcomes

By the end of the course the students will have acquired practical engineering skills


Demonstrations, hands-on and production of usable products

Assessment Methods

Practical assignments (80%)

Written technical reports (20%)

Detailed course outline

Topics Time

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1 Manual practice

Tools, marking off, measurement, fitting and bench work

20 Hours

3.14 Machine shop processes

Turning, milling, drilling, grinding

20 Hours

3.15 Fabrication practice

Joining processes and fabrication of items

20 Hours

3.16 Electrical installations

House wiring, consumer circuits and wiring accessories

Diagnosis and repair of electric appliances

Repair of electronic equipment: radios and TVs

20 Hours

3.17 Building and construction

Brick work, concrete work, trusses and plumbing

Building finishing processes: painting, varnishing and decorating

20 Hours

Resources

Well equipped workshops, workshop gear and real life activity.

5.2 YEAR TWO COURSES

5.2.1 SEMESTER ONE

WAR 2101 Engineering Mathematics III (4CU)

Short Description

The course builds from the previous engineering mathematics II and will cover areas in Partial

differential equations, Fourier and Laplace Transformations. Probability, Statistics and

stochastic processes.

Course Objectives

To provide students with in-depth knowledge of applying mathematics in solving engineering

problems using partial differential equations, probability theorem and statistics

Learning Outcomes

Students should be able to formulate engineering problems using partial differential

equations

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Students should be able to apply the knowledge in understanding concepts in other

engineering courses




Assessment Method






Element Time

1.0 Fourier and Laplace Transformations

1.1 Direct and Inverse Fourier Transforms and Their Applications

1.2 Direct and Inverse Laplace Transforms

1.3 Some Properties of Fourier and Laplace Transforms

1.4 Solutions of Ordinary Differential Equations by Transform

1.5 Techniques Transforms of Partial Fractions

1.6 Impulse Functions

1.7 Translation and Periodic Functions

1.8 Solutions of Simultaneous Ordinary Differential Equations

1.9 Applications of Transform Methods to Solutions of Engineering

15 hours

2.0 Partial differential equations

2.1Introduction

2.2Definition and Origins

2.3Derivations of typical examples of partial differential equations

2.4Classification of partial differential equations

2.5Solution of partial differential equations

5 hours

3.0 Probability and Statistics

3.1 Definitions and basic notions of probability distributions

3.2 Bayes’s theorem

3.4 Random variables

3.5 Probability distributions

3.6 Chebyshev’s inequality

3.7 Two and higher dimensional random variables

3.8 Characteristic functions

3.9 Correlations and law of large numbers

3.10 Maximum likelihood estimates

25 hours

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3.11 Confidence intervals and testing hypothesis.

3 Stochastic Processes 15 hours


Pre-requisite: CWE 1201 Engineering Mathematics II

Reading List



Sons, INC. New York





Ed. John Wiley and

Sons, INC, New York


Ed. Longman

Group UK

5. KA Stroud and Dexter J. Booth (2007): Engineering Mathematics (6th

edition). Palgrave

Macmillan.

WAR 2102 Engineering Geology (4CU)

Short Description

The covers elements of physical geology, minerals and geological materials, elements of rock

mechanics, geotechnical investigation of a site and geohydrology.

Course objectives

The primary purpose of this course is to give students of water engineering an understanding

of earth materials and their properties, and the natural processes that act on those materials

and affect manmade structures.

To provide students with understanding of the properties of rocks

To give students an overview of how the potential of minerals can be investigated

Learning outcomes


Explain different feature of rocks and their formation and composition

Identify potential for mineral existence in a given area

Identify properties of different rocks in relation to permeability for fluid flow




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Assessment Method






Element Time

1.0 Introduction to Geology

1.1 Elementary Mineralogy

1.2 Origin and Classification of Rocks

1.3 Geologic Features

8 hours

2.0 Engineering properties of rocks

2.1 Weathering and Erosion

2.2 Quarrying and Tunnelling

2.3 Engineering in Sedimentary Rocks

15 hours

3.0 Origin and Classification of Soils

3.1 Physical properties of Soils

3.2 Compaction

6 hours

4.0 Groundwater Seepage and Permeability 6 hours

5.0 Stresses in Soils and shear strength 4 hours

6.0 Site Investigation 6 hours


8.0 Practicals 30 hours

Reading List

Engineering Geology-An Environmental Approach by Perry H. Rahn

Geology for Engineers Environmental Scientists, 2nd

ed, by Alan E. Kehew (1995).

Engineering Geology, 2nd

ed., by Perry Rahn (1996).

WAR 2103 Hydrology I (4CU)

Brief course description

The course is intended to introduce the students to the fundamental principles of Hydrology and

Climatology. It will specifically focus on the concept of the hydrological cycle, meteorological

data collection and handling on all the basic elements of the hydrological cycle such as

evaporation and transpiration, infiltration, surface runoff and the application of this data on

hydrograph analysis and flood discharge analysis.

Course Objectives

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To expose students to hydrological data collection, synthesis/analysis and utilisation

To make students understand the hydrology concepts and their application in designs and

engineering applications,

Learning outcomes

By the end of this course students should be able to use the knowledge and skills in hydrological

data analysis and hydrology concepts to design engineering structures and other engineering

applications



and group discussions and laboratories/field activates.

Assessment Method


Coursework which includes assignments, tests and practical work. Course work will

carry a total of 40%. Coursework marks will be divided into; Assignments 20%, Tests

20%



Topics Time

1.0 Introduction

1.1 Hydrology

1.2 The hydrologic cycle

1.3 Hydrometeorology

1.4 Climate

1.5 Climate change

4hours

2.0 Precipitation

2.1 Occurrence, types and form of precipitation

2.2 Measurement of rainfall

2.3 Estimation of missing rainfall data

2.4 Average rainfall depth over an area

2.5 Mean annual rainfall

2.6 Mass rainfall curve and hydrograph

2.7 Frequency of rainfall and intensity duration curves

2.8 Intensity duration and depth duration frequency curves

2.9 Double mass curves

8 hours

3.0 Evaporation and Transpiration

3.1 Evaporation

3.2 Factors affecting evaporation

3.3 Estimation of evaporation; evaporation pan and empirical methods

8 Hours

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3.4 Transpiration

3.5 Factors affecting transpiration

3.6 Estimation of transpiration

3.7 Evapotranspiration

3.8 Factors affecting evapotranspiration

3.9 Estimation of evapotranspiration; empirical methods

4.0 Infiltration

4.1 Infiltration capacity

4.2 Factors affecting infiltration rates

4.3 Measurement of infiltration capacity

4.4 Infiltration indices

6 Hours

5.0 Stream gauging and hydrograph analysis

5.1 Selection of stream gauging site

5.2 Measurement of depth

5.3 Measurement of discharge; area velocity method, current method,

electromagnetic and ultrasonic method, salt concentration method etc

Hydrographs

Recession curve

Base flow separation

Rainfall excess and effective rainfall

Unit hydrograph theory

5.10 Derivation of unit hydrograph from hydrograph of complex and

isolated storm

5.11 Development of unit hydrograph of longer duration from that a

small duration

5.12S-curve

5.13Derivation of unit hydrographs of different duration by S-curve

method

5.14Uses of unit hydrographs

13 hours

6.0Rainfall-Runoff Relationships

6.1 Factors affecting runoff

6.2 Estimation of runoff and yield;

6.3 Empirical methods

6.4 Curves and table method

6.5 Runoff coefficient method

6.7 Rational method

6.8 Time-area method

6.9 Hydrograph method

6.10 Unit hydrograph

6.12 Application of rain to unit hydrographs

6 Hours

Lab/Field Activities 30 hours

Tutorials 15 hours

Suggested reading

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1. Arora K.R (2007) Irrigation, Water power and Water Resources Engineering, Standard

Publishers Distributors.

2. Wilson E. M. (1990). Engineering Hydrology. Macmillan, London.

3. Elizabeth M. Shaw (1994). Hydrology in Practice. Stanley Thorne’s Publishers Ltd,

London.

4. Ram S. Gupta (2007): Hydrology and Hydraulic Systems, 3rd

Edition. Waveland Pr Inc.

5. Thorsten Wagener), howard S. Wheater and Hoshin V. Gupta (2004): Rainfall-Runoff

Modeling In Gauged and Ungauged Catchments. Imperial College Press;

6. John E. Gribbin (2006): Introduction to Hydraulics and Hydrology, 3rd

edition.

CENGAGE Delmar Learning;

7. David Maidment and Dr. Dean Djokic (2000): Hydrollogic and Hydraulic Modelling

Support with Geographic Information Systems. Esri Press;

8. Walter A. Robinson (2001): Modeling Dynamic Climate Systems, 1st edition. Springer.

9. Eugenia Kalnay (2002): Atmospheric Modeling, Data Assimilation and Predictability 1st

edition. Cambridge University Press

WAR 2104 Mechanics of Materials (4CU)

Short Description

This course introduces the students to the behaviours of solid bodies under loading such stress,

strain, deflection and buckling

Course objectives

This course is intended to equip students with introductory knowledge of the behavior of solid

bodies when subjected to various types of loading.

Learning outcomes

By the end of this course, students should be able to apply principles of mechanics of materials

in the design of objects




Assessment Method




20% and laboratories 10%



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Topics Time

1. Principles of stress and strain 2 hours

2. Tensile testing and stress-strain relations 4 hours

3. Shear stress 3 hours

4. Torsion of circular shafts 4 hours

5. Bending stress in beams 4 hours

6. Shear stress in beams 4 hours

7 Deflection of beams 6 hours

8 Buckling of struts 4 hours

9 Thin and thick cylinders 4 hours

10. Compound/complex stress and strain 6 hours

11. Elastic constants 2 hours

12. Theories of failure 2 hours

10. Laboratories

Tensile test

Torsion test

Deflection of beams

30 hours

Tutorials 15hours

Suggested reading

1. Egor P. Popov (1998): Engineering Mechanics of Solids 2nd edition. Prentice Hall;

2. Robert L. Mott (2007): Applied Strength of Materials (5th Edition). Prentice Hall;

3. Russell C. Hibbeler(2007): Mechanics of Materials (7th Edition). Prentice Hall;

4. Richard W. Hertzberg (1995): Deformation and Fracture Mechanics of Engineering

Materials, 4th edition. Wiley;

5. Peter Haupt and J.A. Kurth (2002): Continuum Mechanics and Theory of Materials. 2nd

edition. Springer


WAR 2105 Soil Mechanics (4CU)

Short Description

The course introduces students to the fundamentals of geological formations and their

importance towards understanding Soil mechanics. It also explores physical and chemical

properties of soils, concepts of stress, consolidation, deformation and settlement, seepage and

groundwater flow, shear strengths and its influence on slope stability and the application of these

concepts on practical engineering works.

Course Objectives

To enable the students understand the applying of laws of mechanics and hydraulics in soil.

Learning outcomes

By the end of this course students should be able to use the principles of soil mechanics and its

application in solving practical engineering problems,


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Assessment Method




20% and laboratories/field activates 10%



Element Time

1 Physical and Chemical Properties

1.1Geological formation and nature of soils

1.2Type of soil deposits

1.3Physical properties of soils

1.4Classification and description of soils

8hours

2 Stresses

2.5 Stresses at a point

2.6 Stresses due to self weight

2.7 Stresses due to applied loads

8 hours

3 Deformation and Settlement

3.1 Settlement based on elastic theory

3.2 Vertical consolidation

3.3 Settlement analysis

6hours

4 Seepage and Ground Water Flow

4.1 Steady State flow

4.2 Upward seepage flow

4.3 Flow under retaining structures

4.4 Flow through earth dams

4.5 Flow in confined aquifers

4.6 Flow in unconfined aquifers

8 hours

5 Shear Strength and Stability of Slopes

5.1 Stability of infinite slopes

5.2 Stability of cuttings

5.3 Stability of embankments

5.4 Stability of earth dams

5.6 Tri-axial compression test

5.7 Direction of failure planes

5.8 Pore pressure

5.9 Use of total stress and effective stress shear strength parameters

8 hours

6 Lateral Earth Pressure

6.1 Rankine’s theory of earth pressure

6.2 Coulomb’s theory of earth pressure

3 Hours

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7 Design of Earth Retaining Structures

7.1 Gravity and cantilever walls

7.2 Cantilever sheet pile walls

7.3 Sheet pile walls

4 hours

8 Labs/Field Activities

Laboratory determination of coefficient of permeability

In-situ determination of coefficient of permeability

Direct shear test

Tri-axial shear test

Pore water pressure measurements

Oedometer test

Soil sampling exercises

30 hours

Tutorials 15 hours

Suggested reading

1. Smith G.N. & Ian G.N. Smith (1998). Elements of Soil Mechanics. University Press,

Cambridge

2. Peter L. Berry & David Reid (1987). Introduction to Soil Mechanics. McGraw-Hill,

London

3. Muniram Budhu (2006): Soil Mechanics and Foundations, 2nd

edition. Wiley

4. Karl Terzaghi, Ralph B. Peck and Gholamreza Mesri (1996): Soil Mechanics in

Engineering Practice 3rd

edition. Wiley-Interscience;

5. James K. Mitchell and Kenichi Soga (2005): Fundamentals of Soil Behavior, 3rd

edition.

Wiley;


WAR 2106 Computer Programming (4CU)

Short Description

The course covers Algorithmic process. Computer problem solving strategies. Top-down design

and structural programming. Data types, identifiers and declarations: expressions and

assignment, procedures: Files, control structures: Array; record structures, Matlab and/or C++.

Laboratories.

Course objectives

To provide students with knowledge of using computer algorithms to generate solutions to

engineering problems

To train students in developing data base and information management tools

Learning outcomes


Develop algorithm for solving an engineering task

Transform analytical engineering solutions into programs

Make user interface for the programmed tasks

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Assessment Method







Element Time

1.0 Basics

1.1 Algorithmic process

1.2 Initialization of Variables

1.3 Introduction to Plotting

10 hours

2.0 Computer programming methodology

2.1 Branches

2.2 Top-down Design Technique

2.3 Structural Programming

2.4 Loops and Repetition

2.5 Decisions

2.6 Oriented Programming

10 hours

3.0 Arrays

3.1 Creating and Using Arrays

3.2 Sparse Arrays

3.2 Cell Arrays

3.3 Structure Arrays

5 hours

4.0 Data Types

4.1 Complex Data

4.2 Character Data

4.3 String Functions

4.4 Graphic Display of Data

5 hours

5.0 Identifiers and Declarations

5.1 Expressions

5.2 Assignment

5 hours

6.0 Control structures, Functions, Structures, and Classes 10 hours



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Reading List

1. A guide to Matlab: for Beginners and Experienced Users, 2006 by Lipsman. Cambridge

University Press.

2. An Introduction to Technical Problem Solving with Matlab, 2006 by Sticklen. Great Lakes

Press.

3. Programming in C++ by Jean Ettinger

4. The C ++ Programmer’s Handbook by Paul J. Lucas Prentice Hall

5. Programming in C++ by Jean Ettinger Macmillan Press

6. C++ How to program by Deitel and Deitel

5.2.2 SEMESTER TWO

WAR 2201 Theory of Structures (4CU)

Short Description

The course introduces students to the fundamentals of structural analysis and designs.

Course Objectives

To enable the students understand the principles that can be apply to analyse structures

Learning outcomes

By the end of this course students should be able to use the different methods of structural

analysis




Assessment Method







Topics Time

1. Structural systems and Design schemes, . 4 hours

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2. Analysis of statically determinate beams, 4 hours

3 Bending Moment and Shear forces in beams. 4 hours

4 Moving loads and influence line for indeterminate systems 4 hours

5 Degree of freedom. Statically indeterminate structures. 4 hours

6 Energy theorems.

Application of energy methods in the determination of deflection

and the solution of indeterminate structures.

8 hours

7 Analysis of indeterminate beams and arches, 6 hours

8 Portal shear force diagrams in indeterminate structures. 4 hours

9 Introduction to the finite element methods 7 hours

Practical 30 hours

Total 60 hours

Suggested readings

1. Hibbeler C. Ressel (2008) Structural Analysis

2. Kassimali Aslam (2004) Structural Analysis

3. Leet Kenneth, Chia Ming Vang and Anne Gilbert (2006) Fundamental of Structural

Analysis

4. Hsieh (1995) Elementary Theory of Structure

WAR 2202 Electrical Devices and Machines (4CU)

Short Description

The course covers Transducers. Transformer Principles. D.C. Machines; Construction features

and Operation. A.C. Generators. Excitation Systems. Three Phase Induction Motors.

Synchronous Motors. Special Machines; Cross-field machines, linear induction motors, etc.

Laboratories.

Course objectives

To introduce students to operations of typical electrical machines encountered in water

systems

To equip students with skills of electronic control of devices and measurement techniques

Learning outcomes


Differentiate between DC machines and AC Generators

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Explain the operations of synchronous and induction machines

Choose a specific electrical machine to be coupled to a given water engine or system




Assessment Method







Element Time

1.0 Transducers

1.1 Principles of energy conversion

1.2 Torque equation

1.3 Energy, power and torque balances

1.4 Translational and rotational transducers

1.5 d’Arsonval movement

1.6 Dynamic equations and analysis of relays, reluctance pick-ups

8 hours

2.0 Transformer Principles

2.1 Constructional features

2.2 Operation

2.3 Short circuit conditions

2.4 Nature and effect of iron losses

6 hours

3.0 D.C. Machines

3.1 Construction and operation

3.2 Torque and e.m.f. equations

3.3 Characteristics of excitation types

8 hours

4.0 A.C. Generators

4.1 Construction of 3 phase generators

4.2 Parameters

4.3 Distribution and winding factors

4.4 Terminal voltage and equivalent circuits

4.5 Steady-state operation

4.6 Excitation systems

8 hours

5.0 Three Phase Induction Motors

Construction and operation

5 hours

6.0 Synchronous Motors 3 hour

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Construction and operation

7.0 Single phase motors

7.1 Universal repulsion

7.2 Induction

3 hours

8.0 Special Machines 4 hours



Pre-requisite: WAR 1103 Circuits and Digital Electronics

Reading List

Hubert, Electrical Machines-Theory, Operation, Applications, & Control, Prentice Hall Sen,

Principles of Electric Machines & Power Electronics, Wiley

Ryff, Electric Machinery, Prentice Hall

Pearman, Electrical Machinery & Transformer Technology, Saunders

Guru & Hiziroglu, Electric Machinery & Transformers, Saunders

Wildi, Electrical Machines, Drives and Power Systems, Prentice Hall

WAR 2203 Water Treatment I (4CU)

Short Description

The course introduces students to the physical, chemical and biological quality of water, analysis

methods, water treatments methods and water treatment plant design.

Course objective

To enable the student understand the different methods of water quality analysis, water

treatments and treatment plant design.

Learning outcome

At the end of the course students should be able to determine the water quality and treat it for

safe water supply.




Assessment Method






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Topics Time

1 Water Quality Analysis:

1.1 Water chemistry and microbiology

1.2 Water quality in water bodies: physical, chemical and biological

characteristics of water

4 hours

2 Water treatment methods:

2.1 Disinfection

2.2 Adsorption

2.3 Coagulation

2.4 Stabilization

2.5 Softening process

10 hours

3 Water treatment processes plants;

3.1 Identification of resources,

3.2 Comparison and evaluation of the various treatment methods.

3.3 Ground and surface water treatment plant design,

3.4 Operation and maintenance.

8 hours

4 Water treatment for specific industrial supply:

4.1 Dairy industries,

4.2 Food industries

4.3 Beer breweries

8 hours

Laboratory

Water quality analysis in the lab

30 hours

Reading List

1. Joanne E. Drinan (Nov 30, 2000), Water and Wastewater Treatment: A Guide for the

Nonengineering Professionals

2. American Water Works Association and American Society of Civil Engineers (May 1,

2004), Water Treatment Plant Design ,McGraw-Hill

3. Darshan Singh Sarai (Oct 17, 2005), Water Quality & Treatment Handbook , American

Water Works Association

4. Franklin L. Burton, and H. David Stensel (Mar 26, 2002), Wastewater Engineering:

Treatment and Reuse, George Tchobanoglous,

5. Water Treatment Handbook by DegrÃ©mont (Hardcover - Aug 22, 2007)

6. Samuel D. Faust and Osman M. Aly (1998), Chemistry of Water Treatment, Second

Edition.

7. Nick Pizzi (2005), Water Treatment Operator Handbook, 2nd Edition

8. Ronald L. Droste (1996), Theory and Practice of Water and Wastewater Treatment.

WAR 2204 Engineering Hydraulics (4CU)

Short Description

The course in intended to provide to the students an Introduction to the fundamental principles of

Hydraulics, including fluids flow, Flow through Pipelines, Open Channel Hydraulics,

Application of Hydraulic principles in the design of Hydraulic structures and selection of

Hydraulic Machines.

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Course Objectives

To improve students understanding of the principles of fluid mechanics towards its

application in hydraulic analyses,

To make students understand the hydraulics concepts and their application in hydraulic

designs and engineering applications,

Learning outcomes

Students should be able to apply the principles of fluid mechanics in hydraulic analysis

Students should be able to apply to apply the hydraulic concepts in the design of hydraulic

structures and machines




Assessment Method




laboratories/field activates 10%



Topics Time

1.0 Open channel flow

1.1 Elementary theory of weirs and notches

1.2 Suppressed and contracted weirs

1.3 Submerged weirs

1.4 Rectangular and V-notch

6 hours

2.0 Flow in pipes

2.1 Laminar flow

2.2 Losses in pipes and fittings

2.3 Flow through non-circular pipes

2.4 Flow through curved pipes

2.5 Expansion and contraction losses

2.6 Surface roughness

7 hours

3.0 Unsteady flow in closed conduits 2 hours

4.0 Hydraulic Machines

4.1 Turbines

4.2 Pumps

4.3 Cavitations and water hammer effects

4.4 Pump design/ selection

15hours

5.0Hydraulic Structures 15hours

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5.1Types of dams: Gravity, earth and rock fill dams Weirs/ Dams

5.2Design and construction of dams

5.3 Weirs

5.4 Culverts

5.6 Spillways

5.7Intakes

5.8Gates

5.9Stilling basins

5.10hannels

5.0Laboratory /fieldwork 30 hours

Tutorials 15 hours

Reading List

1. Les Hamill, (2002): Understanding Hydraulics. Palgrave Macmillan. .

2. Jacob Bear (2007): Hydraulics of Groundwater. Dover Publications.

3. B.S.Massey, (1988), Mechanics of fluids, 6th

.Edition

4. B.S.Massey ,(1998), Mechanics of fluids, 7th

.Edition

WAR 2205 Material Science (4CU)

Short Description

This course focuses on the fundamentals of structure, energetics, and bonding that underpin

materials science. Topics include: an introduction to thermodynamic functions and laws

governing equilibrium properties, relating macroscopic behavior to atomistic and molecular

models of materials; the role of electronic bonding in determining the energy, structure, and

stability of materials; quantum mechanical descriptions of interacting electrons and atoms;

materials phenomena, such as heat capacities, phase transformations, and multiphase equilibria

to chemical reactions and magnetism; symmetry properties of molecules and solids; structure of

complex, disordered, and amorphous materials; tensors and constraints on physical properties

imposed by symmetry; and determination of structure through diffraction. Real-world

applications include engineered alloys, electronic and magnetic materials, ionic and network

solids, polymers, and biomaterials.

Course objectives

To introduce students to the behavior of different materials when subjected to temperature

stress

To give students skills needed in choosing specific materials for a given purpose in relation

to properties of the environment in contact.

Learning outcomes


Explain the structural composition of various engineering materials

Ascertain properties of a given materials at different temperature stress

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Describe the mechanical, chemical and physical behavior of materials




Assessment Method







Element Time

3 Introduction

3.5 Classification of Materials

3.6 Requirements for modern engineering materials

3.7 Atomic Structure and Interatomic Bonding

3 hours

4 Solidification and Structural Crystallinity of Materials

4.5 Structures, Crystallographic directions and planes

4.6 Crystalline and Non-Crystalline Materials

4.7 Interplanar Spacings

6 hours

5 Imperfections in Solids

5.5 Point Defects

5.6 Line defects

5.7 Interfacial Defects

5.8 Volume Defects

4 hours

4.0 Solid Solutions and Phase Diagrams

4.1 Solid Solutions

4.2 Equilibrium Phase Diagrams of Unary Binary

4.3 Non-equilibrium Phase Diagrams

4.4 Coring

4.5 Application and Examples of Phase Diagrams

8 hours

5.0 Diffusion in Solids

5.1 Mechanism of solidification

5.2 Steady state diffusion and Factors influencing diffusion

5.3 Fick’s Laws

5.4 Dislocation Motion

5.5 Non-steady state diffusion

5.6 Nucleation and growth.

8 hours

6.0 Strengthening Mechanisms 10 hours

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6.1 Grains and Grains Boundaries

6.2 Dislocations and phase deformations

6.3 Strengthening by grain refinement

6.4 Solid solution hardening

6.5 Strain hardening and Ageing

6.6 Cold work

6.7 Recovery, Recrystallisation and Precipitation Hardening

7.0 Introduction To Polymers, Plastics, Ceramics and Composites

7.1 Structures, Characteristics, Processing, Applications

7.2 Particle and Fibre reinforcement

6 hrs



Reading List

1. Materials Science and Engineering by William D. Callister Jr.

2. Phyical Metallurgy for Engineers by D. S. Clark & Varney

WAR 2206 Hydrology II (Extreme Weather Hydrology) (4CU)

Brief course description

The course is intended to introduce the students to the fundamental principles of Extreme

Weather Engineering. It will specifically focus on the concept of the flood discharge, reservoirs

planning, flood control/mitigation and drought.

Course Objectives The course aims at introducing students to flood and drought analysis, control and prediction

techniques.

Learning outcomes

By the end of this course students should be able to use the knowledge and skills to control or

mitigate flood and also be able to predict floods and drought.




Assessment Method




20%

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Topics Time

1.0 Flood Discharge

1.1 Maximum flood discharge

1.2 Methods or estimation of maximum flood;

1.3 Empirical methods

1.4 Envelope curves method

1.5 Concentration time method

1.6 Rational methods

1.7 Unit hydrograph method

1.8 Flood frequency methods

1.9 Probability plotting methods

1.10 Log Pearson type III distribution method

1.11 Selection of design return period

1.13 Selection of design flood

10 hours

2.0 Reservoir Planning

2.1 Types of reservoirs

2.2 Available storage capacity of reservoir

2.3 Investigations for reservoir planning

2.4 Selection of site for reservoir

2.5 Basic terms and definitions

2.6 Mass inflow curve and demand curve

2.7 Determination of storage capacity

2.8 Determination of yield of reservoir

2.9 Demand patterns and optimal operation

2.10 Operational plan of a multipurpose reservoirs

2.11 Apportionment of total cost of multipurpose reservoir

2.12 Flood Routing; reservoir and channel routing

2.13 Reservoirs losses

2.14 Useful life of reservoir

2.15 Measures to control reservoir sedimentation

13 hours

3.0 Food Control/ Mitigation

3.1 Different methods of flood control

3.2 Selection of design flood

3.3 Flood control by reservoirs

3.4 Location of flood control reservoir

3.5 Types of flood control reservoirs

3.4 Improvement of river channels

3.5 Diversion of flood water to flood ways

3.6 Watershed management for flood control

3.8 Flood-plain management

3.9 Emergency evacuation

3.10 Flood plain zoning and flood proofing

3.11 Benefits of flood control

3.12 Cost benefit analysis of flood control

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3.13 Economics flood control

3.14 Procedure for design of flood control project

3.15 National policy on flood control

3.16 Size of flood control reservoirs

3.17 0peration problems of flood control reservoir

3.18 Levees and flood walls

4.0 Drought

4.1 Different types of drought

4.2 Drought impacts; economics, social and environmental impacts

4.3 Causes of drought

4.4 Analysis of drought in terms of stream flow and precipitation

4.5 Drought severity

4.6 Probability techniques in drought analysis

4.7 Drought frequency relationships

4 hours

5.0 Hydrological Forecasting 4 Hours

6.0 Labs/Field Activities

30 hours

Tutorials 15 hours

Reading List



2. Wilson E. M. (1990). Engineering Hydrology. Macmillan, London.

3. Elizabeth M. Shaw (1994). Hydrology in Practice. Stanley Thorne’s Publishers Ltd,

London.

4. Ram S. Gupta (2007): Hydrology and Hydraulic Systems, 3rd

Edition. Waveland Pr Inc.

5. O.F. Vasiliev, P.H.A.J.M.van Gelder, E.J. Plate, and M.V. Bolgov (2007): Extreme

Hydrological Events: New Concepts for Security (NATO Science Series: IV: Earth and

Environmental Sciences)

6. Monitoring and Predicting Agricultural Drought: A Global Study by Vijendra K. Boken,

Arthur P. Cracknell, and Ronald L. Heathcote (Hardcover - April 14, 2005)

5.2.3 RECESS PERIOD

WAR 2207 Industrial Training I (2CU)

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5.3 YEAR THREE COURSES

5.3.1 SEMESTER ONE

WAR 3101 Business Management and Negotiation Skill (3CU)

Short description

The course will focus on management skills needed in implementing engineering decisions. It

will enable students understand the Competitive business world, negotiation, multiple

management, operation of alternative pricing methods in projects, measurement and reporting of

progress, cost control.

Course objectives

To teach students on how transform engineering designs into real business

To enable engineering students be able to negotiate typical business contracts

To equip students with skills of financial management and accounting

Learning outcomes


Write winning engineering business proposals

Understand business contracts

Negotiate and win competitive engineering projects

Acquire skills of developing business strategies




Assessment Method






Element Time

1.0 Introduction to Business

1.1 Meaning of business

1.2 Forms of business ownership

1.3 Business strategy

6 hours

2.0 Marketing Management 12 hours

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2.1 Introduction

2.2 Product

2.3 Pricing

2.4 Distribution

2.5 Promotion

3.0 Financial Management 4 hours

4.0 Basic Accounting

4.1 Introduction

4.2 Recording of transactions

4.3 The ledger

4.4 Income statement

4.5 The balance sheet

4.6 The sources and uses of funds statement

4.7 Interpretation of accounts

10 hours

5.0 Capital investment decisions 4 hours

6.0 Organizational development and change 6 hours

6 Using resources

6.5 commanding scarce resources

6.6 Credit management

3 hours


Reading list

Drucker P.F, 1995, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Butterworth-Heinemann, Oxford, UK.

Siegel E.S et al, 1993, The Ernest and Young Business Plan Guide, Second Edition, J Wiley

& Sons, New York.

WAR 3102 GIS Applications in Water Resources (4CU)

Short Description

The course will covers areas of Water and ecosystem; EIA - development and basic principles;

EIA and management requirements of WRD projects; EIA methodologies and case studies;

Introduction to GIS; Mapping concepts; Data manipulation and basic spatial analysis;

Application of GIS in EIA and Water Resources Planning and Management.

Course Objectives

To provide students with the knowledge and understanding of approaches needed for

Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) of water resource projects.

To provide students with the knowledge and understanding of the principles of

Geographic Information System (GIS) and its application procedures for EIA and for

decisions in water resources planning and management.

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Learning Outcomes

At the end of the course students should be able to;

Apply the knowledge and understanding of the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)

in water resource projects.

Apply the principles of Geographic Information System (GIS) in EIA and in water

resources planning and management.




Assessment Method







Topics Time

1. Water and Ecosystem

1.0 Structure and function

2.0 Land, water and air

2 hours

2 Development and Basic Principles

1.0 Basic concept of EIA

2.0 Outline of EIA processes

3.0 Subject oriented requirements

4 hours

3 EIA and Management Requirements of WRD Projects

1.0 Dam/reservoir projects

2.0 Irrigation projects

3.0 Hydropower projects

4.0 Water supply and sanitation projects

5.0 Interbasin WRD projects

4 hours

4 EIA Methodologies 4 hours

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1.0 Screening and scoping

2.0 Checklists, matrices

3.0 Networks, overlay mapping

4.0 Benefit-cost analysis

5.0 Modeling of water resources systems

6.0 Selection of methodologies

7.0 Impact identification, measurement, interpretation, evaluation and

communication

8.0 Case studies

5 Introduction to GIS

1.0 Fundamental concepts

2.0 GIS scope and application in water resources

3.0 Overview of GIS hardware and software

2 hours

6 Mapping Concepts

1.0 Map characteristics

2.0 Map scale

3.0 Geo-references and coordinate system

4.0 Map projection system

4 hours

7 Data Manipulation and Basic Spatial Analysis

1.0 Data manipulation techniques

2.0 Spatial analysis techniques

3.0 Display of GIS analysis results

4.0 Digital terrain models

5.0 Hydrologic modeling

4 hours

8 Application of GIS in EIA and WRPM

1.0 Spatial analysis of hydrologic components

2.0 Spatial analysis of water resources

3.0 Analysis of trends through overlay

4.0 Flood forecasting

5.0 Water supply system

6.0 EIA of water developing projects

6hours

9 Practical 60 hours

Suggested reading

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1. Kang – Tsung Chang (2003): Introduction to Geographic Information Systems. McGraw-

Hill

2. Paul A. Longley, Michael F. Goodchild, David J. Maguire and David W. Rhind (2005):

Geographic Information Systems and science. Wiley

3. Tim Ormsby, Eileen Napoleon and Robert Burke (2004): Getting to Know ArcGIS

Desktop: The Basics of ArcView, ArcEditor, and ArcInfo Updated for ArcGIS 9. Esri

Press

4. Kang-tsung (Karl) Chang, (2006): Introduction to Geographic Information Systems with

Data Files CD-ROM, 4th

edition. McGraw-Hill;

5. Paul A. Longley, Michael F. Goodchild, David J. Maguire and David W. Rhind (2005):

Geographic Information Systems and Science, 2nd

edition. Wiley

6. Bernhardsen, T. (1999):Geographic Information System: An Introduction, John Wiley &

Sons, Inc

WAR 3103 Water Treatment II (4CU)

Short Description

The course introduces students to domestic/municipal and industrial wastewater treatments

method and design of the treatment plant.

Course objective

To teach the students the different wastewater treatment methods and their design.

To enable the students understand the importance of wastewater treatment before they are

disposed to the environment

Learning outcome

At the end of the course students should be able to design both domestic and industrial

wastewater treatment plant




Assessment Method






Detailed Course Contents

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Topics Time

1.0 Domestics and Industrial Wastes:

1.1 Characteristics of domestics and industrial waste water,

1.2 Water quality parameters.

1.3 Comparison of various treatment methods for domestic waste water.

7hours

2.0 Biological treatment:

2.1 Activated sludge-influence of the nature of waste

2.2 Hydraulic load

2.3 Oxygen utilisation and supply

8 hours

3.0 Method of operation of trickling filter

3.1 Trickling filter

3.2 Theory of filter operations

3.3 Factors affecting the performance and design

3.4 Composition and concentration of sewage

3.5 Loading parameters

3.6 Construction and operation of trickling filters

10 hours

4.0 Other treatment methods

4.1 Lagoon

4.2 Oxidation

4.3 Ditches

4.4 Stabilisation ponds

4.5 Contact reactors

10 hours

5.0 Sludge management

5.1 Sludge digestion

5.2 Sources, quantity and composition of sludge

5.3 Collection and utilisation

5.4 Design and operation of digesters

5.5 Sludge treatment and disposal

5.6 Sludge thickening

5.7 Sludge conditioning sludge systems

10hours

6.0 Field trips/practices 30 hours

Reading List 1. Joanne E. Drinan (Nov 30, 2000), Water and Wastewater Treatment: A Guide for the

Nonengineering Professionals

2. American Water Works Association and American Society of Civil Engineers (May 1,

2004), Water Treatment Plant Design ,McGraw-Hill

3. Darshan Singh Sarai (Oct 17, 2005), Water Quality & Treatment Handbook , American

Water Works Association

4. Franklin L. Burton, and H. David Stensel (Mar 26, 2002), Wastewater Engineering:

Treatment and Reuse, George Tchobanoglous,

5. Water Treatment Handbook by DegrÃ©mont (Hardcover - Aug 22, 2007)

6. Samuel D. Faust and Osman M. Aly (1998), Chemistry of Water Treatment, Second

Edition.

7. Nick Pizzi (2005), Water Treatment Operator Handbook, 2nd Edition

8. Ronald L. Droste (1996), Theory and Practice of Water and Wastewater Treatment.

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WAR 3104 Engineering Design (4CU)

Short description

The course introduces students to the theory, tools, and techniques of engineering design and

creative problem-solving, as well as design issues and practices in civil and water engineering.

The course also encourages development of hands-on skills, teamwork, and communication;

exercises and projects engage students in the building, implementation, and testing of their

designs.

Course objectives

To bring together skills obtained from various courses to designing a complete real world

system

To enable students develop the art of creative thinking and innovation

Learning outcomes


Come up with a typical engineering product or system

identify design concepts for a given problem

develop an idea/problem into a working product




Assessment Method




practicals/projects 25%



Element Time

1.0 Design concepts

1.1 The design process

1.2 Design in the context of engineering

1.3 Design methods

15 hours

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1.4 Modelling and simulation

1.5 Design optimization

Product and System Development Processes

2.1 The importance of product development

2.2 Developing winning products

2.3 Learning about Product Development

2.4 Design Analysis

2.5 Preparing design documentation

12 hours

3.0 Research Methodology 10 hours


Reading List

"To Engineer is Human: The Role of Failure in Successful Design", by Henry

Petroski, published by Vintage Books, 1992. (ISBN 0679734163)

Advanced Design and Technology", edited by Eddie Norman, Joyce Cubitt, Syd Urry and Mike

Whittaker, published by the Longman Group Limited, 3rd edition 2000. (ISBN 0582328314)

"Small Things Considered: Why there is No Perfect Design", by Henry Petroski,

published by Vintage Books, 2004, 304 pages. (ISBN 1400032938)

"Design Paradigms: Case Histories of Error and Judgment in Engineering", by Henry Petroski,

published by Cambridge University Press, 1994, 221 pages. (ISBN 0521466490)

WAR 3105 Foundation Engineering (4CU)

Short description

The course deals with properties of subsurface materials, various types of foundations with

methods of design selection of foundation types and basis for design, design of deep foundations

and design of earth retaining structures.

Course objectives

To give students the understanding of the properties of subsurface materials and how they

affect the choice of building materials and volume

To provide knowledge on the criteria for the choice of the foundation for a given

Learning outcomes


Determine the subsurface properties of a given site prior to recommending for the type of

foundation to use

Give a detailed description of the strength properties of the foundation chosen including

identification and prevention of the failure modes




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Assessment Method







Element Time

1.0 Foundations

1.1 introduction

1.2 selection of type of foundations to suit conditions

1.3 piled foundations

1.4 expansive clay

18 hours

2.0 Design and Construction of Foundations of Various Types 12 hours

3.0 Design of Shallow and Deep Foundations 5 hours

4.0 Design of Earth Retaining Structures 10 hours

5.0 laboratories 30 hours


Reading List

Short Course in Foundation Engineering - 2nd Edition, 2000. Published by American

Society of Civil Engineers (Thomas Telford Ltd.)

Contemporary Topics in In Situ Testing, Analysis, and Reliability of Foundations;

Magued Iskander (Editor), 2009. Published by American Society of Civil Engineers ISBN

NO. 9780784410226

Contemporary Topics in Deep Foundations by Mohamad H. Hussein, 2009. Published by

American Society of Civil Engineers. ISBN No. 9780784410219

5.3.2 SEMESTER TWO

WAR 3201 Hydrological Data Processing (4CU)

Short Description

This course cover collection, storage and analysis of meteorological and environmental data,

probability concepts in predictions and forecasting extreme events, rainfall frequency, flood

frequency and hydrographs.

Course Objectives

To introduce students to the different methods of measuring meteorological and

environmental data

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To introduce the students to the probability and statistical method of analysing the

hydrological data.

Expected Outcomes

By the end of the course students should be able:

To measure and store the meteorological and environmental data

To use probability and statistical methods to predict and forecast the extreme events and

apply the results in the design of engineering structures.




Assessment Method




20%


Detailed Course Contents

Topics Time

1.0 Measurement of meteorological and environmental data

1.1 Precipitation

1.2 Infiltration

1.3 Ground Water

1.4 Soil Moisture

1.6 Evaporation

1.7 Runoff

1.8 Stream Flow.

1.9 Construction of Hydrographs.

4 hours

2.0 Discrete distribution and application in hydrological data analysis

2.1 Hypergeomatric Distribution

2.2 Binomial and Geometric Distribution

2.3 Poisson Distribution

4 hours

3 Normal and other Distribution

3.1 Normal distribution-Gaussian distribution; standard normal

distribution, constructing probability function curves for hydrological

data, normal approximation for other distributions

3.2 Lognormal Distribution

7 hours

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3.3 Chi-square Distribution

3.4 Student’s t-Distribution

3.5 F-Distribution

4 Frequency Analysis in Engineering Hydrology (specially application to

stream flow and precipitation data)

4.1 Design value(flow, rainfall)

4.2 Return period

4.3 Probability of exceedance

4.4 Graphic method- probability plotting

4.5 Analytical method-frequency factor method; normal distribution,

lognormal distribution, extreme value type I distribution, Pearson Type

III Distribution, Log-Pearson Type III Distribution

4.6 Relationship between return period, design life, and allowable risk

8 hours

5.0 Confidence Interval (C.I)

5.1 C.I for mean of normal distribution with unknown variance( n small

and large)

5.2 C.I for Variance of normal distribution

5.3 One-sided confidence interval

5.4 C.I for probability

8 hours

6.0 Hypothesis testing and Goodness of fit test for probability

distribution

6.1Hypothesis Testing; Definitions, T-Test, Z-Test, F-Test and Errors

6.2 Testing the Goodness of fit; Chi-square distribution, Kolmogorov-

Smirnov test

6 hours

7.0 Correlation and simple Regression

7.1 Simple linear regression

7.2 Least square method of curve fitting

7.3 Regression coefficients

7.4 Standard error of estimate

7.4 Multiple Regression Analysis

8 hours

8.0 Field trips / practices 30 hours

Tutorials 15 hours

Reading List

1. Bernard Bobee (1991) Hydrological Frequency Analysis

2. Hosking J. R. M and James R. Wallis (2008), Flood Frequency Analysis, New Directions

in Civil Engineering.

3. Wesley J. Barnes, (1994), Statistical Analysis for Engineers and Scientists: A Computer-

Based Approach/User's Manual to Accompany Statistical Analysis for Engineers and

Scientist.

4. Wesley J. Barnes, (1988), Statistical Analysis for Engineers: A Computer-Based

Approach/Includes 4 IBM Disks and User's Manual.

WAR 3202 Groundwater Development and Management

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Short Description

This course covers areas of groundwater flow and groundwater wells, groundwater flow

equations, pumping tests and analysis, groundwater resources assessment, hydrogeological

surveys, water balance, environmental issues, groundwater management, concept of basin

management, groundwater quality, groundwater management, data requirement and groundwater

pollution

Course Objective

To provide the students with fundamental know-how on groundwater flow and transport

processes,

To give students the knowledge on groundwater pollution and their source sources

To teach the students the techniques for groundwater resources assessment, environmental

issues of overcharging and overexploitation of groundwater development

To provide the students with the skills of management of groundwater resources

development

Learning outcomes

At the end of the course students should be able to use the knowledge of groundwater flow;

assessment and exploitation to developed and manage groundwater resources in a sustainable

manner.




Assessment Method







Topics Time

1.0 Ground water hydrology 1.1 Types of geologic formation and aquifers

1.2 Water table and peizometic surface

1.3 Aquifers properties

1.4 Darcy’s law and Dupuit theory

1.5 Steady flow to well in an unconfined and confined aquifers

10 hours

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1.6 Determination of transmissibility from steady flow equations

1.7 Well losses

1.8 Artesian gravity and partially penetrating wells

1.9 Spherical flow to wells

1.10 Unsteady flow to a well

1.11 Pumping test methods for determination of S and T

Recovery test method for determination of T

2.0 Groundwater Resources Assessment

2.1 Groundwater exploration reconnaissance survey, surface and

subsurface geophysical investigation, fest drilling

2.2 Hydrologic assessment: infiltration and groundwater recharge, water

balance method, rainfall runoff models, and regional groundwater

flow model

7 hours

3.0 Groundwater Resources Development

3.1 Ground water design

3.2 Drilling methods

3.3 Groundwater development

3.4 Groundwater pumps and pumps installation

8 hours

4.0 Environmental Issues 4.1 Overcharging

4.2 Overexploitation: groundwater mining, land subsidence due to

pumping

Groundwater quality and contamination

Saltwater intrusion

8 hours

5.0 Groundwater Management 5.1 Concepts of basin management: quantity and quality aspects

5.2 Alternative basin yield

5.3 Evaluation of perennial yield

5.4 Modeling tools and techniques for management

5.5 Integrated use of surface water and groundwater

5.6 Artificial recharge

8 hours

6.0 Groundwater Pollution 6.1 Pollution sources: point and non-point sources

6.2 Movement and attenuation of pollutants in aquifers

6 hours

7.0 Laboratory/field activities 30 hours

Tutorials 15 hours

Reading List


Publishers Distributors

2. Das Gupta, A. (1993): Groundwater Contamination, Environmental Systems Review

No.34, Environmental System Information Center, AIT.

3. Kashef, A.I. (1986): Groundwater Engineering, McGraw Hill, New York.

4. Roscoe Moss Company (1990): Handbook of Groundwater Development, John Wiley &

Sons.

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5. U.S. Department of Interior, Bureau of Reclamation (1995):Groundwater Manual, Water

resources Publication, LLC

WAR 3203 Design of structures (Steel and Concrete) (4CU)

Short description

The course will cover the scope for the development of the structural potential of steel, taking

advantage of its high strength and stiffness, automated design and fabrication, speed of erection

and improved means of protection against corrosion and fire, to produce elegant, economic and

durable structures. Structural design concept of reinforced concrete, ultimate limit state,

serviceability and fatigue resistance, general structural details, durability verification of concrete

structures, construction plan and construction, inspection, maintenance of concrete structures

will be covered as well.

Course objectives

To providing students with a solid background on the principles of structural engineering

design.

To expose students to the theories and concepts of both concrete and steel design and

analysis both at the element and system levels.

Learning outcomes

Hands-on design experience and skills will be gained and learned through problem sets and a

comprehensive design project.

An understanding of real-world open-ended design issues will be developed.




Assessment Method







Element Time

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1.0 Introduction of Steel Structures

1.1 Steel structures

1.2 Material behaviour

1.3 Member and structural behaviour

1.4 Loads

1.5 Connections

1.6 Design of steel structures

4 hours

2.0 Basic Stability Theory

2.1 Potential energy and strain energy

2.2 Buckling of one degree of freedom

2.3 Buckling of continuous structures

5 hours

3.0 Stability of Steel Beams

3.1 Elastic buckling under axial loading

3.2 Elastic torsional buckling

3.3 Elastic lateral buckling

3.4 Design against buckling

6 hours

4.0 Stability of Steel Plates and Shells

4.1 Theory of plate bending

4.2 Elastic buckling of plates and shells

4.3 Post buckling behavior of plates and shells

6 hours

5.0 Long Span Bridges

5.1 Suspension bridges

5.2 Cable stayed bridges

2.0 hours

6.0 Structural Design Concept of Reinforced Concrete

6.1 Characteristic of reinforced concrete

6.2 Strength of materials (concrete and steel)

6.3 Methods of structural design

3 hours

7.0 Ultimate Limit State

7.1 Beams subjected to flexural moment

7.2 Members subjected to flexural moment and axial forces

7.3 Members subjected to shear forces

7.4 Members subjected to torsional moment

7 hours

8.0 Maintenance of Concrete Structures

8.1 Basic principles for maintenance

8.2 Inspection

8.3 Classification and identification of mechanisms of deterioration

8.4 Prediction of deterioration

8.5 Remedial measures

5 hours



Reading List

1. Taylor and Francis J. G. Croll and A. G. Walker, (1972), Theory of Elastic Stability.

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2. Timoshenko S. P. and M. Gere, (1961), Elements of Structural Stability, A Halsted Press

Book.

WAR 3204 Irrigation and Drainage Engineering (4CU)

Short Description

This course covers areas of soil water physics; irrigation development; crop/irrigation water

requirements and scheduling; irrigation planning and design (basin, border, furrow, sprinkler and

trickle systems); drainage criteria; steady/non-steady flow to drains; design discharges,

surface/subsurface drainage systems design; irrigation drainage structures; land grading and

excavation, laboratory/field exercises and measurements.

Course objectives

To provide students with fundamental knowledge of soil water physics and soil-water-plant

relationships

To provide students with principles and concepts on irrigation and drainage planning and

design

To supported the theories by fieldworks and laboratory exercises on soil characterization, soil

water movement, crop-irrigation water requirements modeling, and design/evaluation of

irrigation drainage systems.

Learning Outcomes

At the end of the course students should be able to use the knowledge of soil water physics soil-

water-plant relationships and soil water movement to plan and design irrigation systems




Assessment Method







Topics Time

1.0 Basic Soil-Water Physics

1. Physical properties of soils and water

2. Soil water content and potentials

3. Flow of water in saturated and unsaturated soils

4 hours

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2 Irrigation Development Planning

1. Factors affecting irrigation development Uganda

2. Water sources for irrigation _ quantity and quality

3. Irrigation methods selection

4. Soil/hydrologic/crop data needs

5. Crop/Irrigation Water Requirements and Scheduling

10 hours

3 Irrigation Network and Hydraulics

1. Irrigation systems components

2. Diversion, conveyance and distribution systems

4 Planning and Design of Irrigation Systems

1. Design and evaluation of surface irrigation systems

2. Volume balance surface irrigation system design

3. Land grading and earthwork calculations

4. Sprinkler irrigation system design and evaluation

5. Drip irrigation system design and evaluation

8 hours

5 Drainage of Irrigated Lands

1. Drainage surveys/investigations

2. Drainage criteria

3. Design discharges

4. Steady and non-steady flow to drains

8 hours

6 Planning and Design Surface/Subsurface Drainage Systems

1. Design of surface drainage systems

2. Design of pipe drainage systems

7 hours

7 Irrigation and Drainage Structures

1. Pumps for irrigation and drainage

2. Design of canal and appurtenant structures

3. Flow measuring devices

8 hours

8 Laboratory

1. Determination of soil bulk density and particle size distribution

2. Soil moisture measurement techniques

3. Soil water retention curves

4. Field visit of irrigation facilities and structures (weirs, pumps,

reservoir)

5. Land leveling calculations

6. BASCAD _ Basin irrigation design computer program

7. Design and evaluation of sprinkler irrigation system

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8. Design and evaluation of trickle irrigation system

9. Design and evaluation of surface/subsurface drainage systems

10. Irrigation pumps - Study, design and selection

Tutorials 15 hours

Reading List

1. Black, C.A. (1986): Methods of Soil Analysis , 2nd Ed. ASA Monograph. Madison

Wisconsin

2. Cuenca, R.H. (1989): Irrigation System Design: An Engineering Approach , Prentice

Hall, NJ.

3. Hillel, D. (1980): Fundamentals of Soil Physics , Academic Press.

Hoffman, G. J., Howell, T.. A and Solomon, K.H. (1990): Management of Farm

Irrigation Systems (Monograph) , ASAE.

4. Jensen, M.E. (ed.) (1983): Design and Operation of Farm Irrigation Systems , Monograph

No. 3, ASAE.

5. Jensen, M.E., Burman, R.D. and Allen, R.G. (Editors) (1990): Evapotranspiration and

Irrigation Water Requirements, American Society of Civil Engineers, New York.

6. Ritzema H. P. (Editor-in-Chief) (1994): Drainage Principles and Applications , ILRI

publication 16, International Institute for Land Reclamation and Improvement,

Wageningen, The Netherlands.

7. Rydzewski, J. R. (1987): Irrigation Development Planning: An Introduction to Engineers

, John Wiley and Sons Ltd. London

8. Smedema, L. K. and D.W. Rycroft (1983): Land Drainage, Cornell University Press,

Ithaca, New York.

9. Walker, W.R. and Skogerboe, G.V. (1987): Surface Irrigation - Theory and Practice,

Prentice Hall.

WAR 3205 Water Supply Systems (4CU)

Short Description

This course covers the following areas gravity and pumped water distribution systems,

calculation of friction losses in the distribution network, pipe line design and pump selection and

water harvesting technologies

Course Objectives

To give the students the knowledge and skills in water transmission and distribution system

design and also to rainwater harvesting technologies

Learning Outcomes

At the end of the course students should be able to:

Apply the knowledge and skills in water transmission and distribution system design in

planning and development of gravity and pumped water supply systems.

Apply the knowledge and skills in water harvesting to design and manage water

harvesting technologies.

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Assessment Method




20%



Topics Time

1 Introduction:

1. Network configuration (branched and grid)

2. Layout of networks,

3. Hydraulic theory and distribution systems (gravity and pumped

systems),

4. Equivalent and Hardy cross methods for design of branched and grid

systems,

8hours

2 Friction losses:

1. Darcy Weisback, Hasen Williams’s frictionm loss equations

2. Manning equation

3. Comparison of friction loss methods

4. Minor losses

6 hours

3 Pipe line design

1. Pipe materials and fitting

2. Break pressure tanks

3. Reservoirs tanks

4. Public stand pipes

5. Valve boxes

6. Energy gain

8 hours

4 Pumps and pumping stations

1. Types of water pumps

2. Selection of the water pumps

3. Water pump installation

6 hours

5 Water Harvesting Technology

1. Rainwater harvesting

2. Surface water harvesting; reservoirs and valley dams

3. Groundwater harvesting

16 hours

Group project and field activities 30 hours

Tutorials 15 hours

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Reading List

1. Water Transmission and Distribution (Water Supply Operations Training) by Awwa

(Hardcover - Dec 2003)

2. Water Transmission & Distribution (Student Workbook) by Awwa (Paperback - Mar

1996)

3. Water Transmission & Distribution, Student Workbook (Water Supply Operations

Training Series) by AWWA Staff (Paperback - Nov 10, 2006)

4. Losses in Water Distribution Networks by Malcolm Farley and S. Trow (Print on

Demand - April 25, 2007) – Import

5. Rainwater Harvesting for Drylands (Vol. 1): Guiding Principles to Welcome Rain into

Your Life And Landscape by Brad Lancaster (Paperback - Jan 1, 2006)

6. Rainwater Harvesting for Drylands and Beyond (Vol. 2): Water-Harvesting Earthworks

Design for Water: Rainwater Harvesting, Stormwater Catchment, and Alternate Water

Reuse by Heather Kinkade-Levario (Paperback - Jun 1, 2007)

5.3.3 RECESS TERM

CWE 3206 Industrial Training II

5.4 YEAR FOUR COURSES

5.4.1 SEMESTER ONE

WAR 4101 Engineering Project I (2CU)

The course is intended to promote a practical and innovative engineering approach, encouraging

students, as future engineers, to assume full responsibility and commitment to implement their

suggestions and plans. The students activities are guided and supervised through the following

steps: defining the project, collecting and evaluating the necessary data, formulating and

comparing various alternative engineering solutions.

WAR 4102 Planning and Development of Hydropower (4CU)

Short description

The course covers dimensions of hydropower projects; Classification of hydropower plants;

Hydropower development cycle; Feasibility studies; Resource assessment; System capacity and

efficiency; Socio-economic and environmental impact assessment and mitigation; Sustainable

approaches to hydropower development; Valuation and financial analysis; and Cost and benefit

analysis

Course objectives

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To provide an understanding of the concepts and approaches in the planning and

development of Hydropower.

To put emphasis is given on the technical, socio-economic and environmental considerations

in planning and undertaking hydropower development projects.

Learning outcomes

At the end of this course, students should be able to:

Explain the sequence of activities involved in a typical hydropower project

Possess skills of planning and managing a hyropwer project

Carry out financial analysis of hydropwer projects




Assessment Method







Element Time

1.0 Introduction to Hydropower Development 1.1 Different dimensions of hydropower projects

1.2 Socio-economic and environmental considerations

4 hours

1.0 Types of Hydropower Plants 1.1 Classification of hydropower plants

1.2 Run-of-river plants

1.3 Base load plants

1.4 Reservoir plants

1.5 Peak load plants

1.6 Pump storage plants

1.7 Valley dam plants

1.8 Diversion canal plants

1.9 High head diversion plants

10 hours

3.0 Planning and Development Process 3.1 Hydropower development cycle

3.2 Reconnaissance and site selection

3.3 Pre-feasibility studies

3.4 Feasibility studies

6 hours

4.0 Hydropower Assessment 4.1 Resource assessment

4.2 Hydraulic head and energy estimation

4.3 Power output determination

8 hours

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4.4 Efficiency of hydropower plants

5.0 Socio-economic and Environmental Assessment 5.1 Socio-economic analysis

5.2 EIA of hydropower projects

5.3 Sustainable approaches to hydropower development

7 hours

6.0 Valuation and Financial Analysis of Hydropower Projects 6.1 Valuation or measurement techniques

6.2 Analytical framework

6.3 Economic parameters and analysis

6.4 Financial analysis

6.5 Financing strategies

6.6 Cost and benefit analysis

10 hours


Reading List

1. Hveding V. (1992): Hydropower Development in Norway, Division of Hydraulic

Engineering, Norwegian Institute of Technology, Oslo Norway Volume 1.

2. Jog, M.G. (1989): Hydro-Electric and Pumped Storage Plants Wiley Eastern Limited,

New Delhi

3. Norwegian Institute of Technology (1992-93): Hydropower Development: Volumes 3, 4,

5 & 6 , Division of Hydraulic Engineering, Oslo , Norway Warnick CC. (1984):

WAR 4103 Entrepreneurship (3CU)

Short Description

This course covers the development of entrepreneurship. It covers characteristics of

entrepreneurs, business planning, financial planning and control, controlling operations and

resources. It also covers the practical aspects of forming, running and nurturing a business

enterprise.

Course objectives

Give students an appreciation of the role of entrepreneurship in the economy

Develop an understanding of the requirements and challenges of entrepreneurs and

entrepreneurship development

Explore the options for establishment, operating and managing an enterprise

Give students the ability to evaluate the success and failure of enterprises

Learning Outcomes


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Identify the key characteristics of entrepreneurs and how they can be developed

Explain the major functions normally undertaken by entrepreneurs and the options

available

Explain methods used in starting and managing businesses

Describe strategies for evaluating and nurturing and/or reviving an enterprise



case studies, group discussions among the students and projects aimed at solving real life

problems.

Assessment Method

Assessment will be done through coursework which will include assignments, class room and

take home tests, project work and presentations and a written examination. Course work will

carry a total of 40% and written examination carries 60%. Coursework marks will be divided

into; Assignments 5%, Tests 10% and team project Work 25%.


Element Time

1.0 Venture life cycle and some additional models of the enterprise

1.1 The functional model of management

1.2 Integrating the concepts of quality and productivity

1.3 The value chain

1.4 The technological base of the company

4 hours

2.0 Innovation and entrepreneurship – the views of Peter Drucker

2.1 The entrepreneurial economy

2.2 Systematic entrepreneurship

2.3 Purposeful innovation and the seven sources for innovative

opportunity

2.4 Principles of innovation

2.5 Entrepreneurial management

2.6 Entrepreneurial business

2.7 Entrepreneurship in the service institution

2.8 The new venture

2.9 Entrepreneurial strategies

2.10 Entrepreneurial society

4 hours

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3.0 Entrepreneurship and Technology

3.1 The educational and cultural profile of entrepreneurs in technology –

based ventures

3.2 The experience profile of entrepreneurs in technology – based

ventures

4 hours

4.0 From Technology to business

4.1 Technology assessment

4.2 Business opportunity assessment

4 hours

5.0 Initial capital sources for technology - based ventures

5.1 Where initial capital is obtained

5.2 The value system of venture capital sources

4 hours

6.0 Venture life cycle and some additional models of enterprises

6.1 10 milestones

6.2 5 stages of venture development

4 hours

7.0 Business Plan

7.1 What is a business plan and why write one?

7.2 Who reads the business plan?

7.3 The business legal form

7.4 The contents and structure of the business plan

17

hours

8.0 Strategic management: Sustaining the business

8.1 The business environment

8.2 Internal environment

4 hours

Reading List

Drucker P.F, 1995, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Butterworth-Heinemann, Oxford,

UK.

Siegel E.S et al, 1993, The Ernest and Young Business Plan Guide, Second Edition, J Wiley

& Sons, New York.

G.G. Meredith, R.E. Nelson, P.A. Neck. The Practice of Entrepreneurship. ILO, Geneva,

1987.

K. Loucks. ILO, Training Entrepreneurs For Small Business Creation: Lessons From

Experience. Geneva, 1992.

P.A. Neck, R.E. Nelson. Small Enterprise Development: Policies and Procedures. ILO,

1992.

WAR 4104 Engineering Ethics (3CU)

Short Description

The course covers introduction to Engineering Ethics and Professionalism, Professional

Responsibility, Risk and Moral Responsibility, Corruption in Society, Gender Issues in

Engineering, Codes of Ethics, International Issues in Engineering, Case Study.

Course objectives

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To train engineering students on how to conduct engineering decisions in a transparent

manner

To bring students to the understanding of how unprofessional behavior can impact on society

negatively

To teach students to honestly and transparently make decisions in thier places of work

Learning outcomes

At the end of this course, the students should have acquired:

An understanding of ethics principles and thier impact upon ethical decisions

A critical grasp of engineering as a profession drawing broader lessons about what it means

to be a professional

An wareness of the ethical problems related to the design, development and implementation

of technology




Assessment Method






Element Time

1.0 Introduction to Ethics

1.1 Morality

1.2 The human person

1.3 Freedom

1.4 Human actions

8 hours

2.0 The engineer’s challenge

2.1 Cost

2.2 Deadlines

2.3 Safety

6 hours

3.0 Fundamental ethical concepts and principles 8 hours

3.0 Ethical Analysis 15 hours

5.0 The engineer as an employee/employer

5.1 Corporate commitments

Responsibilities

Conflict of interest

8 hours

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Reading List

Fleddermann C.B., Engineering Ethics, Pearson-Prentice Hall, 2004

Michael Davis, Thinking like an Engineer: Studies in the Ethics of a Profession

Gichure W., Basics concepts in Ethics

WAR 4105 Water Resources Planning and Management (4CU)

Short Description

This course introduces students to systems thinking, water resources systems, sustainable

development, concepts on water resources planning and management, overview of socio-

economic and environmental issues, mathematical modeling and application of deterministic

simulation, linear programming and dynamic programming to different water resources

problems, evaluation of alternatives.

Course Objective

The aim of this course is to develop systems thinking as it relates to water resources planning

and management and to provide deterministic systems approach for analysis through case

studies.

Learning Outcomes

At the end of the course students should be able;

to use the system thinking in the planning and management of water resources

to use the deterministic systems approaches for analysis during planning and

development of water resources



and group discussions and field activities.

Assessment Method







Topics Time

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1 Water Resources Development Projects 1. Various purposes and objectives served by water resources

development projects

2. Classification of water resources development projects

3. Water requirements of multipurpose projects

4. Compatibility of multipurpose uses.

5. Planning of water resources development projects

6. Sustainable development, definition, principles, context, issues

10 hours

2 Water Resources Planning and Management

1. Water resources sub-system

2. surface water systems

3. groundwater system

4. water distribution system

5. Water demand forecasting

6. System approach: water resource

7. System thinking

8. Environmental and social considerations s system analysis

10 hours

3 Engineering Economy in water resources development

1. Engineering economic analysis

2. Benefit-cost analysis

3. Capital budgeting

4. Water pricing and allocation issues

5. Theory of consumer behavior

6. Theory of the firm

10 hours

4 Water Resources for the Future

1. Global climate cycles and change: effect on hydrologic cycle

2. Ecological considerations

3. Institutional issues

4. Monitoring and Evaluation

8 hours

5 Evaluation of Water Resources Project Alternatives

1. Evaluation practice: economic evaluation, subjective evaluation

2. Policy evaluation: technological assessment

3. Evaluation of water resources functions

7 hours

Tutorials 15 hours

Reading List



2. Goodman A. S. (1984): Principles of Water Resources Planning, Prentice Hall.

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3. Hillier, F. S. and Lieberman, G. J. (2001): Introduction to Operation Research, McGraw

Hill Book Co.

4. Linslay, R. K., Franzini, J. B., Freyberg, D. L., and Tchobanoglous, G. (1992): Water

Resources Engineering, Fourth Edition, McGraw-Hill International Editions.

5. Major D. and Schwarz E. (1990): Large Scale Regional Water Resources Planning.

Kluwer Publishers.

6. Mays, L.W. and Tung, Y-K. (1992): Hydrosystems Engineering & Management,

McGraw-Hill, Inc.

WAR 4106 River Engineering (3CU) (Elective)

Short Description

The course cover river flow hydrology, sediment transport characteristics, mode of sediment

transport, bed forms, sediment transport formulas, alluvial roughness; design of stable channels,

sediment transport measurements, river engineering works, analytical and numerical modeling of

river morphology; sedimentation in reservoirs and its computational methods, reservoirs

sedimentation surveys; water quality characteristics, advection/diffusion and mixing process of

water quality, water quality modeling and applications through case studies.

Course Objectives

To provide knowledge on river flow hydrology, sediment transport, and in the mixing process of

water quality; alluvial channel roughness, river engineering works, river morphology;

sedimentation in reservoirs; field measurement and case studies.

Learning Outcomes

At the end of the course students should be able to use the knowledge and skills in river sediment

transportation to help in the design of hydraulic structures.



and group discussions and field activates.

Assessment Method




20%


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Topics Time

1 River Flow Hydrology and Sediment Transport

1. River Flow Hydrology

2. 2. Flow Characteristics

3. Laminar and Turbulent Flows

4. Velocity Distribution

5. Bed Shear Stress

6. Depth - Discharge Relationship

7. Sediment Sources and Sediment Characteristics

8. Initiation of Motion of Sediment Transport

9. Mode of Sediment Transport

4 hours

3Estimation of Sediment Transport and Alluvial Roughness

1. Flow Regimes and Bed Forms

2. Sediment Transport Formulas for Bed Load and Total

Load

3. Suspended Load Formula

4. Alluvial Channel Roughness

5. Design of Stable Channels

6. Flow and Sediment Transport Measurements

10 hours

4 Waterways Engineering Works

1. River Engineering Works

2. Flow Regime Control Structures

3. Sediment Control Devices for Intake Structures

4 hours

5 Sedimentation in Reservoirs

1. Distribution of Sediment Deposition in Reservoirs 2. Erosion

8 hours

6 River Flow Hydrology and Sediment Transport

1. River Flow Hydrology

2. Flow Characteristics

3. Laminar and Turbulent Flows

4. Velocity Distribution

5. Bed Shear Stress

6. Depth - Discharge Relationship

7. Sediment Sources and Sediment Characteristics

8. Initiation of Motion of Sediment Transport

9. Mode of Sediment Transport

10. Sediment Deposits in Reservoirs

11. Computation of Sedimentation Volume in Reservoirs

10 hours

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12. Computation of Sedimentation Distribution in Reservoirs

13. 5. Reservoir Sedimentation Survey

Tutorials 15 hours

Reading List

1 Anandale, G.W (1987):Reservoir Sedimentation, Elsevier, New York, USA

2 Borland, W.M. (1981):Reservoir Sedimentation, A chapter in River Mechanics by H.W. Shan,

Colorado State University, Fort Collins, Colorado, U.S.A.

3 Casey, T.I.C. (1992):Water and Wastewater Engineering Hydraulics, Oxford University Press,

London UK

4 Chang, H.H. (1988): Fluvial Process in River Engineering, John Wiley & Sons, New York,

U.S.A.

5 Chow, V.T. (1992):Open Channel Hydraulics, McGraw Hill, New York, U.S.A

6 De Vries, M. de (1981):Morphological Computations, Delft University of Technology, Delft,

Netherlands

7 Fischer, H.B. et al (1979):Mixing in Inland and Coastal Water, Academic Press, New York,

U.S.A

8 HEC - Hydrologic Engineering Center (1977):HEC -6 Model for Scour Deposition in River and

Reservoirs, User's Manual, HEC, Davis, California, U.S.A

9 Jansen, P.Ph. et al (1979): Principles of River Engineering, Pitman Publishing Co. Ltd., London,

U.K.

10 Tebbutt, T.H.Y. (1992) Principles of Water Quality Control, 4th Edition, Pergamon Press,

Oxford, U.K

WAR 4107 Engineering Economics (3CU) (Elective)

Short Description

Engineering economics is the application of economic techniques to the evaluation of design and

engineering alternatives. The role of engineering economics is to assess the appropriateness of a

given project, estimate its value, and justify it from an engineering standpoint. It covers the time

value of money and other cash-flow concepts, economic practices and techniques used to

evaluate and optimize engineering investment.

Course objectives

To provide students with knowledge on economics tools for analysing costs for engineering

projects

To teach students on how to compare engineering designs with costs involved

Learning outcomes

At the end of the course, students should:

Have gained sound understanding of the principles, basic concepts and methodology of

engineering economic

have developed proficiency with these methods and with the process of making rational

decisions regarding situations likely to be encountered in professional practice.

Be in position to develop product/system designs that are economically viable

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Assessment Method






Element Time

1.0 Fundamentals of engineering economy

1.1 Principles of engineering economy

1.2 Engineering and design process

1.3 The capital budget

1.4 Investments

1.5 Different cost concepts

4 hours

2.0 Money time relationships

2.1 Why consider return to capital

2.2 Interest and interest rate

2.3 Simple interest

2.4 Compound interest

2.5 Time value of money

2.6 The concept of equivalence

2.7 Notation and cash flow diagrams

2.8 Interest formulas relating present and future equivalent values

of discrete single cash flows

2.9 Nominal and effective interest rates

2.10Calculating economic equivalence

6 hours

3.0 Applications of money – time relationships

3.1 Determining minimum attractive rate of return

3.2 Basis for comparison of alternatives

4 hours

4.0 Decision making among alternatives

4.1 Types of investment proposals

4.2 Ensuring a comparable basis

4.3 Forming mutually exclusive alternatives

4.4 Comparing alternatives with unequal lives

4 hours

5.0 Depreciation and income taxes

5.1 Depreciation concepts and terminology

5.2 Depreciation methods

5.3 Declining balance method switch over to straight line

5.4 Distinction between different types of taxes

5.5 The before tax and after – tax minimum attractive rates of return

5.6 The effective corporate income tax

5.7 Gain (loss) on the disposal of an asset

4 hours

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5.8 General procedure for making after – tax economic analysis

5.9 Before and after – tax economic analysis

5.10 Economic value added

6.0 Evaluating projects with the benefit/ cost ratio method

6.1 The benefit/ cost ratio method

6.2 Evaluating independent projects by the B/C ratios

6.3 Comparison of mutually exclusive projects by B/C ratios

8 hours

7.0 Replacement analysis

7.1 Reasons for replacement analysis

7.2 Factors that must be considered in replacement studies

7.3 The economic life of a new asset (challenger)

7.4 The economic life of a defender

7.5 Unequal useful lives between the challenger and the defender

7.6 Retirement without replacement

7.7 Replacement

6 hours

8.0 Capital financing and allocation

8.1 Sources of capital

8.2 Cost of debt capital

8.3 Weighted average cost of capital

8.4 Leasing as a source of capital

8.5 Capital allocation

8.6 Capital budgeting process

4 hours

9.0 Estimates and decision making

9.1 Developing cost data

9.2 Adjustment of cost and income data

9.3 Cost – estimating relationships

9.4 Estimating manufacturing cost

9.5 Accounting data in estimating

9.6 Allowance for variance in estimates.

9.7 Consideration for a range of estimates

9.8 Sensitivity analysis

5 hours


Reading List

Engineering Economy by G Sullivian, James A. Bontadelli and Elin M. Wicks. Prentice hall,

Upper Saddle River. New Jersey,07458.

Engineering Economy by E. Paul De Garmo, William G Sullivian and James A. Bontadelli.

Macmillan Pulishing Company, New York.

5.4.2 SEMESTER TWO

WAR 4201 Engineering Project I (4CU)

The course is intended to promote a practical and innovative engineering approach, encouraging

students, as future engineers, to assume full responsibility and commitment to implement their

suggestions and plans. The students activities are guided and supervised through the following

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steps: defining the project, collecting and evaluating the necessary data, formulating and

comparing various alternative engineering solutions. This is a continuation of CWE 4101.

WAR 4202 Renewable Energy Technologies (4CU)

Short description

This course assesses current and potential future energy systems, covers resources, extraction,

conversion, and end-use, and emphasizes meeting regional and global energy needs in the 21st

century in a sustainable manner. Different renewable and conventional energy technologies will

be presented including biomass energy, fossil fuels, geothermal energy, nuclear power, wind

power, solar energy, hydropower and hydrogen fuel.

Course objectives

Ensure that students appreciate the role of renewable energy in today’s energy mix

Guide students through the procedures and requirements for design and analysis of energy

systems

Instruct students on the tools used in the analysis and design of renewable energy schemes

with emphasis on small, mini and micro plants

Learning Outcomes


Distinguish between the different forms of energy resources

Explain how the various tools and procedures are used in the design and analysis of energy

systems

Compute key characteristics of say a small hydropower scheme given basic data




Assessment Method






Element Time

1.0 Introduction to Energy Technologies

1.1 Brief Background

1.2 Forms of Energy

4 hours

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1.3 Conversion and efficiency

1.4 Energy resources

2.0 Solar Thermal Energy/ Solar Photovoltaic

2.1 Types of solar heating

2.2 Solar Thermal Energy applications in Developing countries

2.3 Solar Collectors

2.4 Solar Cells

2.5 Photovoltaic

6 hours

3.0 Bioenergy

3.1 Introduction

3.2 Classification and definition of biomasses and biofuels

3.3 From biomass to biofuel

3.4 Energy from biofuels

3.5 Basics of combustion

3.6 Environmental issues

9 hours

4.0 Hydro-Power plant

4.1 Introduction

4.2 Principle of Hydropower

4.3 Factors determining hydropower potential

4.4 Hydroelectric power plants

4.5 Hydraulic turbines

5 hours

5.0 Wind Energy

5.1 Introduction

5.2 Wind Turbine Aerodynamics

5.3 Power extracted by wind turbine

5.4 Power curve of a wind turbine

4 hours

6.0 Geothermal Energy

6.1 Energy Conversion of the Geothermal Resource

6.2 Electrical Energy Generation from Geothermal Resources

6.3 Direct Use of the Geothermal Resource

4 hours

7.0 Fuel Cell Technology

7.1 Introduction

7.2 Working principle of a fuel cell

7.3 Types of fuel cells

7.4 Applications of fuel cells

7.5 Fuel cells and the environment

4 hours

8.0 Nuclear Power

8.1 Introduction

8.2 Principles of using nuclear power

8.3 Nuclear power plants design

8.4 Nuclear waste

8.5 Nuclear safety

5 hours

9.0 Overview of Fossil Fuels 4 hours

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9.1 Reserves and consumption of oil

9.2 coal and gas

9.3 fossil energy technologies for power generation


Reading List

Godfrey Boyle, 2004: Renewable Energy “Power for a Sustainable Future” Second Edition,

Oxford University Press. ISBN-0-19-926178-4

Karekezi, S. and Ranja, T., “Renewable Energy Technologies in Africa”, Zed Books Ltd.,

London in association with African Energy Policy Research Network (AFREPREN) and the

Stockholm Environment Institute (SEI), 1997.

WAR 4203 Design of Hydropower Structures (4CU)

Short Description

The covers introduces the students to Hydropower engineering concepts; Design criteria; Dams;

Design of spillways and other structures; hydraulic turbines; Planning and design of pumped

storage plants.

Course Objectives

To provide planning and engineering design concepts and their application to various structures

in hydropower projects including hydraulic turbines and other structures.

Learning Outcomes

At the end of the training students should be able to use the planning and engineering design

concepts to design the hydropower structures.




Assessment Method



total of 40%. Coursework marks will be divided into; Assignments 20%, Tests 20%



Topics Time

1 Hydrologic and Hydraulic Design Criteria

1. Hydropower engineering concept

2. Hydrological study

4 hours

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3. Hydraulic study

4. Electrical load study

2 Dams

1. Components and arrangement of structures

2. Classification

3. Embankment dams

4. Gravity dams

5. Arch dams

6. Buttress dam

10 hours

3 Spillways

1. Types of spillways

2. Gravity (Ogee) spillways

3. Siphon spillways

4 Conduits, Intake, Power house and Accessories

1. Components of a conduit system

2. Intake structures

3. Location of power house

4. Classification of power house

5. Penstocks and surge tanks

8 hours

5 Hydraulic Turbines

1. Introduction

2. Classification of water turbines

3. The pleton turbine

4. The francis turbine

5. The propeller and kaplan turbine

6. The deriaz turbine

6 Design of Pumped Storage Plant

1. Types of pumped storage

2. Requirements of an auxiliary plant

3. Working of a pumped storage plant

4. Cycle efficiency of a pumped storage plant

5. Economic justification

Field trips(2 times)

Tutorials 15 hours

Suggested Reading

1 Chadwick, A. and Morfett, J. (1993): Hydraulics in Civil and Environmental Engineering

, London: E &FN Spon, Chapman & Hall, 557p.

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2 Jog, M. G. (1989): Hydro-Electric and Pumped Storage Plants , Wiley Eastern, New

Delhi: India, 185p.

3 Novak, P., Moffact, A. I. B., Nalluri, N., and Narayanan, R. (1990): Hydraulic Structures

, London: Unwin Hyman, 546p.

4 Technical Advisory Committee on Water Defenses (1990): Probabilistic Design of Flood

Defenses , Center for Civil Engineering Research and Codes, Report 141, CUR, Postbus

420, 2800 AK Gouda,

5 The Netherlands. Technical Advisory Committee on Water Defenses (1991): Guide for

the Design of River Dikes : Volume 1-Upper River Area, Center of Civil Engineering

Research and Codes, Report 142, CUR, Postbus 420, 2800 AK Gouda,

6 The Netherlands. Varshrey, D. V. and Varshney, M. (1987): Design of Hydraulic

Structures , New Delhi, Khanna Publishers.

WAR 4204 Environmental Planning and Management (3CU)

Short Description

The course covers Concepts and organization of ecosystems; predicting impact; procedures for

environmental impact assessment; integration with development planning procedures; impact

assessment of water resources, transportation, power production mining, and other relevant

projects; urbanization, industrialization, and resource conservation considerations; design

concepts and alternative strategies for impact reduction; monitoring

Course Objectives

To train students in carrying out baseline studies prior to project implementation

To teach students the procedures for project approval prior to its development

To enable students understand broader aspects for project success beyond the engineering

feasibility

Learning outcomes

At the end of the course, a student should be able to:

Explain the key terms contained in environmental impact asessment

Outline the procedure for carrying out EIA for a given project

Identify which projet require EIA and at what level

Have knowledge of analyzing EIA data from baseline studies

Carry out monitoring and evaluation of the EIA data after project implementation




Assessment Method

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Element Time

2.0 Introduction to EIA

2.1 EIA Procedure

2.2 Project screening for EIA

2.3 Scope studies for Environment Impact Statement

2.4 Preparation of EIS

2.5 Review of EIS

12 hours

2.0 Environmental Auditing

1.1 Objectives for the audit

1.2 Scope of the audit

1.3 target levels

1.4 the audit team

1.5 the site environmental audit in practice

1.6 layout of typical audit report

8 hours

3.0 Climate and air quality

3.1 Why are climate and air important planning factors?

3.2 Global warming and climate change

3.3 Greenhouse effect

3.4 Ozone depletion

3.5 Hierarchic levels of Climate: Regional, local and micro climate

3.6 Identification of air pollutants

3.7 Sources of air pollution and the most important emissions

8 hours

4.0 Ecology: terrestrial and aquatic

4.1 Basic information

4.2 Principles of species and ecosystem distribution

4.3 Dynamic processes and patterns

4.4 Reasons for species diversity

4.5 Why do we need species diversity?

4.6 Arguments for species and habitat protection

4.7 Bio-diversity evaluation

4.8 Bio-diversity in the planning process

5 hours

5.0 Socio-economic Environment

5.1 Demography Population structure and trends

5.2 Supply and demand of services: health, education, police, etc.

5.3 Socio-cultural

5.4 Lifestyle / quality of life; social problems (e.g. crime)

6 hours

6.0 Life cycle analysis 6 hours


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Reading List

Glasson, J., Therivel, R. and Chadwick, A. (1994), Introduction to Environmental Impact

Assessment: Principles and procedures, process, practice and prospects, UCL Press.)

Selman, P. (1994), Environmental planning: The conservation and development of

biophysical resources, Paul Chapman Publishing Ltd.

Wiesner, D., (1995), EIA the environmental impact assessment process: What it is and what

it means to you. A manual for everyone concerned about the environment and decisions

made about its development, Prism Press.

Biswas, A.K. and Agarwal, S. B. C. (1992):Environmental Impact Assessment for

Developing Countries, Butterworth-Heinemann Ltd., Oxford.

UN ESCAP (1990):

WAR 4205 Construction Management (3CU) (Elective)

Short Description

This course is designed to bring together the multiple elements of the Construction Management

program and to give the student a personal feel for the real-life aspects of the management of a

construction enterprise (be it a company, a division, a department or a complex project).

Course objectives

Introduce the student to the requirements of running a Construction Company

Introduce the student to the concept of strategic planning

Develop the student's ability to produce a strategic business plan

Develop the student's skills in both oral and written communication

Develop the student's skills in conducting and reporting on independent research

Develop the student's ability to work in a team environment.

Learning outcomes

At the conclusion of this course, students should be able to:

List and describe the key challenges of running a Construction Company and the methods

and strategies for successfully overcoming those challenges

Identify the elements of a strategic business plan and explain their application

List and explain the elements of Construction Company financial statements

Identify and explain various ratios used in the industry to determine the financial health of a

construction company

Identify and explain the basic requirements for obtaining Banking and Surety credit

Describe some of the complexities of managing human resources and provide reasonable and

realistic solutions for doing so

Identify and explain the major economic, societal and environmental issues affecting the

contemporary construction industry and provide reasonable and effective responses to them.

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Assessment Method






Element Time

1.0 Objectives and Principles of Management

1.1 Functions and Characteristics of a Manager

1.2 Structure of the Construction Industry

1.3 Rules and Relationship Between Participants

8 hours

2.0 Site Organisation and Administration

2.1 Technical Control

2.2 Organisation Forms

2.3 Important Site Documents

5 hours

3.0 Site Layout and Organisation

3.1 The Organisation of Inter-related Events

3.2 Scheduling and Timing

3.3 Resource Allocation and Control

6 hours

4.0 Storage of Materials

4.1 Site Equipment, Its Location and Maintenance

4 hours

5.0 Management Principles/Functions

5.1 Site Communication and Effective Site Control

5.2 Communication and Report Writing

5.3 Site Record Keeping

5.4 Scientific Methods in Construction Management

5.5 Organisation and Control of Plant and Transport

10 hours

6.0 Safety, Health and Welfare 5 hours

7.0 Employment Legislation 2 hours

8.0 Construction Regulations 2 hours

9.0 Project Investment Appraisal 3 hours


Reading List

Construction Business Management by John E. Schaufelberger, ISBN-10: 0130907863,

ISBN-13: 978-0130907868

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Successful Strategic Planning by Stephen G. Haines, ISBN-10: 1560522518, ISBN-13: 978-

1560522515

WAR 4206 Business Law (3CU)

Short Description

The course introduces the students to the basic principles and concepts of business law, contract

law, construction contracts and labour law.

Course objectives

This course is to create opportunities for the student to gain sound understanding of the

principles, basic concepts and methodology of contract law and management.

Learning Outcomes

At the end of the course students should be able to apply the basic principles and concepts of

business, contract and labour law to manage businesses.




Assessment Method




20%



Topics Time

1.0 Business law

1. Types of companies;

2. Incorporation

3. Limited liability

4. Corporate finance

5. Raising capital

6. The stock exchange

7. Corporate directors

8. Take-overs

9. Floating charges

10. Insolvency

12 hours

2.0 Contract law 11 hours

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1. Exportability of judgements

2. Jurisdiction on the bases of domicile, submission and propagation

3. International arbitration

4. Laissez faire

5. Contract documentation

6. Conditions of contract

7. Liquidated damages, extension of time and money claims

8. Damages, restitution, abortive contracts and indemnity

3.0 Construction contracts

1. Procedure and disputes resolution

2. Contract promotions

3. Tendering procedures (client, engineer, contractor)

4. Tender/contract documents

5. Bill of quantities and methods of measurements

11 hours

4.0 Labour law

1. Forming employment contract

2. Employee’s rights and obligations

3. Dismissal

4. Unfair dismissal

5. Wrongful dismissal

6. Redundancy/retrenchment

7. Trade union policy

11hours

Tutorials 15 hours

Reading lists

1. Clarkson W. Kenneth, Jentz A. Gaylord, Cross B. Frank and Leroy M. Roger (2008),

Business law

2. Cheeseman R. Henry (2009), Bussiness law

3. Mellor Jane, Barnes A. James, Bowers L. Thomas (2009), Business law

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APPENDIX

A1 List of Laboratory Equipment

Table A1 List of Laboratory Equipment

EQUIPMENT QUANTITY UNIT

COST

(USD)

TOTAL

COST

(USD)

SOURCE YEAR OF

STUDY

1 Source Rock Analyzer 1 100,000 100,000 Alar Eng Corp.

(USA)

Second

2 Propeller-Type Current

Meter

1 150,000 150 Alar Eng Corp.

(USA)

Second

3 Hanna Digital Meter 2 300 600 Alar Eng Corp.

(USA)

Second

4 Hanna Waterproof

Dissolved Oxygen Meter

2 225 550 Alar Eng Corp.

(USA)

Third

5 Hanna Portable

Microprocessor Turbidity

meter


(USA)

Second

6 Instruments 933000 Full

Range Conductivity

Meter


(USA)

Third

7 Delmohorst Digital Soil

Meter


(USA)

First

8 Geiger Counters,Chalice 5 20 100 Alar Eng Corp.

(USA)

First

9 Plan Printer 1 500 500 Alar Eng Corp.

(USA)

Fourth

10 Series and Parallel Pump

Test Rig

1 25,000 25,000 Armfield Fourth

11 Basic Hydraulic Bench

50Hz with Accessories

1 68,412 68,412 Armfield Third

12 Flocculation Test Unit 1 6,018 6,018 Armfield Second

13 Sedimentation Studies

Unit

1 9,900 9,900 Armfield Second

14 Aeration Unit 1 8,214 8,214 Armfield Third

15 Subsonic Wind Tunnel 1 10,000 10,000 Armfield Second

16 Laminar Flow Table 1 5,000 5,000 Armfield First

17 Open Channel Flow

System

1 20,000 20,000 Armfield Second

18 Sediment Transport

Demonstration Channel


19 Ground Water Flow Unit 1 25,000 25,000 Armfield Third

20 Drainage and Seepage

Tank


21 Filterability Index Unit 5 2,000 10,000 Armfield Third

22 Ion Exchange Unit 4 7,000 28,000 Armfield Fourth

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23 Temperature

Measurement and

Calibration

4 3,000 12,000 Armfield First

24 Expansion Processes of a

Perfect Gas


25 Computer Controlled

Heat Transfer Teaching

Equipment


26 Computer Controlled

Heat Exchanger Service

Module


27 Hydropower Units 4 5,000 20,000 Armfield Fourth

28 Rainfall Simulator 4 5,000 20,000 Armfield Second

29 Demonstration Lysimeter 4 2,000 8,000 Armfield Third

30 Drain Permeameter 10 1,000 10,000 Armfield Third

31 Soil Moisture Suction

Sand Table


A2 List of Academic Staff

Table A2: Start-up academic staff and their qualifications and level of entry

S/N Name Academic

Qualification

Areas of Competence

Nationality Level of

entry

Remarks

1 Dr Samuel

Baker Kucel

PhD, MEngSc,

BScEng

(Mechanical)

Energy, Mechanical

Systems, Fluid Systems,

Environment (Climate

Change, CDM), ICT

implementation.

Ugandan Senior

Lecturer

Full time

contract

2 Eng Wilfred

Odogola

MSc, BScEng Energy, Mechanical

Systems.

Ugandan Lecturer Full time

contract

3 Dr. Albert

Rugumayo

PhD, MSc, BEng

(Civil).

Water Resources, Energy,

Civil Structures,

Management.

Ugandan Associate

Professor

Visiting

Professor

4 Assoc. Prof.

Tickodri-

Togboa

PhD, MSc,

BScEng

Mathematical Modelling

and Simulation,

Telecommunications

Systems, Energy

Management

Ugandan Professor Visiting

Professor

5. Mr. Nono

Denis

MSc (Civ. Eng)

BSc (Agric. Eng.),

PGD (Pro.

Planning).

Water Resources, Project

Planning and Management


contract

6 Eng. Wafula

Johnnie

Wandera

MSc., BScEng Agro-Mechanical Systems Ugandan Lecturer Full time

contract

7 Mr Wilson

Babu

Musinguzi

MSc,

BSc(MechEng)

Energy, Mechanical

Systems.


contract

8 Prof. Yusto PhD, MSc., BSc. Material Science, Ugandan Professor Visiting

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Kaahwa (Physics) Electronics

Instrumentation

Professor

9 Aggrey

Mwesigye

MSc,

BSc(MechEng)

Energy, Mechanical

Systems, Computer Aided

Design.

Ugandan Lecturer Part-time

Lecturer

10 Kizza

Richard

BSc( Civil Eng) Civil and Environmental

Systems

Ugandan Ass.

Lecturer

Part-time

Lecturer

11 Edmund

Tumusiime

BSc(MechEng)

MSc(candidate)

Fluids and Mechanical

Systems

Ugandan Ass.

Lecturer

Part-time

lecturer

12 Dr John B.

Kirabira

BSc(MechEng)

MSc, PhD

Materials Engineering Ugandan Lecturer Visiting

Lecturer

13 Buregyeya

Apollo

BSc (Civil Eng.),

MSc (Candidate)

Civil Structures, Water

Resources

Ugandan Ass.

Lecturer

Part-time

Lecturer

14 Kalibbala

Herbert

BSc (Civil Eng.),

MSc

(Environmental),

PhD (Candidate)

Civil Infrastructure

Specialist, Environmental

Engineering, Water

Management Systems

Ugandan Lecturer Visiting

Lecturer

15 Mukasa

Norbert

BSc(MechEng)

MSc, PhD

(Candidate)

Mechanical Systems,

Production Systems,

Control Systems

Ugandan Lecturer Visiting

Lecturer

16 Dr Okidi-

Lating Peter

BSc(MechEng)

MSc, PhD

Mechanical Systems,

Production Systems, ICT

Specialist, Mathematical

Modelling

Ugandan Senior

Lecturer

Full time

contract

17 Olupot Peter

Wilberforce

BSc(MechEng)

MSc, PhD

(Candidate)

Materials Engineering Ugandan Lecturer Visiting

Lecturer

18 Dr Adam

Sebbit

Bsc (MechEng),

Msc, PhD

Fluid Power Systems,

Mechanical Systems,

Energy, Climate Change

Ugandan Associate

Professor

Visiting

Professor