Introduction
Electrical and electronic engineering forms the basis of very important sectors of the economy. Electrical engineers provide skilled labour in telecommunications, power generation and distribution, computing systems, instrumentation, and control systems. The knowledge imparted to the students during the four years of training is expected to prepare them to work in the industry or venture into self-employment.
Objectives
The objectives of the programme are to:
- teach theoretical concepts related to Electrical, Electronics and Communication systems.
- equip students with skills in the installation, operation, maintenance and proper techniques in the use of tools and equipment for domestic and industrial purposes.
- equip students with skills to enable them to undertake research in Control systems, Power and Energy systems, Circuits, Communication systems, and Electronics.
- teach students the professional and ethical principles related to industrial equipment, electrical services, and promotion of safe working procedures and safety precautions.
- train students to enable them to apply their knowledge in the correct use of appropriate Electrical and Communication tools and electronic instruments in measurements.
- transfer technical and professional skills related to Electricity, Electronic and Communication systems.
- provide avenues for further education for diploma students in Power and Energy Systems, Electronic Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Computer Engineering, Biomedical Engineering and in the area of Nanotechnology.
- develop capacities in the handling of appropriate tools and electric instruments in measurements, troubleshooting, assessment and repairs
Entry Requirements
A. SSSCE Applicants
To be admitted to any Engineering Degree programme, SSSCE Candidates should have Passes (A-D) in six (6) subjects comprising core subjects, including English Language, Mathematics, and Integrated Science; and three (3) elective science subjects as follows: Physics, Elective Mathematics, Chemistry/Applied Electricity/Applied Electronics.
B. WASSCE Applicants
Candidates should have Credit Passes (A1-C6) in six (6) subjects comprising core subjects, including English Language, Mathematics, and Integrated Science; and three (3) elective science subjects Physics, Elective Mathematics, Chemistry/Applied Electricity/Applied Electronics. In addition, SSSCE and WASSCE Candidates should have at least a grade of D and C6 in Social Studies, respectively.
C. NABPTEX
Candidates should have minimum of Credit Passes.
D. Foreign Applicants
Foreign Applicants Academic records of foreign applicants will be referred to GTEC for the determination of qualification equivalence and eligibility for admission as well as placement.
E. Mature Students’ Entry
Must be 25 years old with legitimate documentary proof which is at least five (5) years old at the time of application, must pass Mature Students’ Entrance Examinations conducted by KsTU, may have to attend and pass an interview. Evidence of working experience will be an added advantage.
F. Professional and Post – Diploma Applicants
Candidates in this category must possess:
G. Higher National Diploma (HND) in electrical and electronic engineering or its equivalence from a recognized institution.
The applicant will be admitted in level 300.
H. Diploma in electrical and electronic engineering or its equivalence from a recognized institution.
The applicant will be admitted in level 200.
I. Entry by means of HND and BSc/BTech with STEM qualification.
The applicant will be admitted in level 200.
J. Entry by means of Diploma with STEM qualification.
The applicant will be admitted in level 100.
K. Entry by means of Pre-Engineering qualification.
At the time of filing an application, the applicant must have passed all the pre-engineering courses with minimum CGPA of 1.5. The applicant will be admitted in level 100.
L. Entry by means of Electrical Engineering Technician Part III (EETIII) certificate.
Must pass a bridging course for the duration of two semesters (one academic year).
Must possess EETI, EETII, and EETIII certification.