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𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧 🎓
Congratulations to all our students who have graduated with Masters of Science in Water and Sanitation of
@UCUniversity
📸 (Left: Sharon Okonga, Right: Sharon Naayo)
Go shine & change the world around you.
Today we passed out a team of qualified engineers who are well equipped with all the skills necessary for them to change the world around them. Congratulations to all those who made it through these gates. May you go and shine.
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At UCU Department of Engineering and Environment we are proud to celebrate the Academic Excellence Award attained by our students; Rodney, Agaba & Shilla. This is a reflection of our commitment to nurturing excellence in the engineering field.
𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄: Our students Faith, Rodney & Sandra have arrived at
@aksarayedutr
in Turkey for the study exchange program under
#Erasmus
ICM Internship Mobility. The trio will start their traineeship program shortly at Aksaray University.
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Green spaces are crucial for improving air quality. Vegetation helps absorb pollutants, reduce particulate matter, and produce oxygen. At
@UCUniversity
this gives a conducive and calm learning environment for our students.
Maintain green spaces to
#BeatAirPollution
~
@nemaug
At the ongoing workshop practice, our students are learning carpentry skills and roofing engineering which will allow them to design and build structures as well as work with carpenters during project implementations at their time of practice.
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Earlier today, we took part in the Career and Exhibition day at Gayaza High School in Wakiso District where we offered advice to the students on their career path. We also exhibited the various new innovations at
@UCU_EngEnvt
to motivate the students to be more innovative.
𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄: We are thrilled to announce that our students, Faith, Rhodney & Sandra—who are at
@aksarayedutr
in Turkey for a study exchange program under
#Erasmus
ICM Internship Mobility, have successfully completed their traineeship program in Turkey.
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The
@UCU_EngEnvt
has commenced workshop practice for the Engineering Recess Students across different sections. This is an important part of the course – allowing the students to gain more practical knowledge, develop & enhance their technical skills in the engineering field.
Group photo of students under Basic Construction Unit at the end of the third week of workshop practice. Under this unit, the students learnt basic construction skills with hands-on-practices throughout session from foundation setting to wall construction.
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𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄: Our students who are at
@aksarayedutr
in Turkey for a study exchange program under
#Erasmus
ICM Internship Mobility are being trained in laboratory work among other analytical skills, conducted water sample test using advanced technology for more accurate results.
At the ongoing workshop training, the students are being trained carpentry skills to help them understand the practical aspects of construction and manufacturing through hands-on experience.
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Earlier today,
@UCU_EngEnvt
conducted a comprehensive orientation for its new BSCEE students. The orientation focused on introducing the students to the course structure, university system & career prospects during their study period. We wish the students the best of luck ✨💫
The Head – Department of Engineering & Environment oriented the students about grading system, course unit weights, Cores & Electives course units at the department. He also informed the students about the workshop trainings which are vital for an engineering students career.
𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄: Our students who at
@aksarayedutr
in Turkey for a study exchange program under
#Erasmus
ICM Internship Mobility, yesterday visited the Biomas & Wastewater Treatment Plant for Sütas factory in Aksaray as part of their traineeship program.
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Yesterday
@UCU_EngEnvt
held a career talk for the students. During a career talk, the students were given the opportunity to hear directly from a person in a particular field about their job, career and the pathways through education and training that they have followed.
We are accepting applications for the following courses under
@UCU_EngEnvt
at
@UCUniversity
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In a bid to equip the engineering students with remote sensing technology, students at the workshop practice are being trained GIS Softwares to enable them navigate the world around them during their practice.
📸 In progress, map digitization using QGIS Software.
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At
@UCU_EngEnvt
we aim at producing professionals who are ready to address the most basic needs of the society such as water & sanitation by planning, designing, constructing & maintaining physical systems that sustain human enterprise.
Workshop practice in progress 👷🏿♂️👨🏾🔧⚠️
Mr. Lizborn, a staff of
@nwscug
at Ggaba water treatment plant highlighted to the students the various processes involved in the water treatment from abstraction to transmission for final consumption by their clients.
During the field visit at
@nwscug
water treatment plant in Ggaba, the students visited Ggaba II & III water abstraction points at the shore of Lake Victoria. They were taken through water abstraction process and various factors for consideration such as pollution load.
During the orientation, the HOD –
@UCU_EngEnvt
took the new students through the process of registration with
@UIPE_Uganda
which is the professional body of Engineers in Uganda. He highlighted to the studs, the requirements & benefits of being part of the body.
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Earlier today, together with the DVC-FA & parents, we flagged off 3 engineering students for an exchange program at
@aksarayedutr
for a two-month study exchange program. This program is vital for the students to connect with the world, learn, & expand their career prospects.
At the ongoing workshop practice, the civil engineering students are also undergoing electrical technology training to enable them understand the electrical systems within buildings, such as wiring, lighting, power distribution, and safety systems.
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It's been great having a Delegation from Engineers Without Borders visit
@UCUniversity
Engineering Staff and Students for discussions on Project Chapters and Collaboration.
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Muteekanga George: “These are very good initiatives, I didn’t know about these things called papercretes, aluminum strips pavers etc. I am impressed and officially inviting you for the Bukalasa Agricultural Show”.
The Assistant Registrar at the Faculty of Engineering, Design & Technology, Mr. Timothy informed the students about registration deadlines, how to use alpha system & course enrollment. He further discouraged the students from engaging in examination malpractices.
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𝐎𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲:
@honourscollege1
is calling for applications to join their College for Trinity Semester. Students who meet the minimum requirements listed on the poster below can pass by Honours College offices and collect the application form to apply.
𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄: Workshop Practice at
@UCU_EngEnvt
enters fourth week. Forget about the cool music in the background, the engineers are setting up a foundation of a 3-bedrooms house.
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Civil Engineering career path steeped in innovation, creativity, & precision. But it’s also a role that demands more than just theoretical knowledge. The application of these theories in real-world scenarios is just as crucial. Meet our students at the ongoing workshop practices.
𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄: We’re set for day two of the Education & Exhibition Week organized by
@BugandaOfficial
at Kyagwe Ssaza grounds — Mukono, under the theme; “Relevance of Innovation, Science and Technology, a Pilar of success in the 21st Century”.
Your team’s hospitality and willingness to share expertise made this experience memorable. We appreciate your commitment to education and community engagement.
2/2.
HAPPENING NOW!!!
Commissioning of the 12m³ biogas plant at the UCU wastewater treatment plant under the Department of Engineering & Environment by the Vice Chancellor
Step by step, we are building a strong foundation for the future engineers. By engaging the students with more practical works, we equip them with complete knowledge and skills necessary to meet the structural development demand around the world.
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We’ve concluded the Inter-University Exhibition & Symposium at St. Joseph’s S.S Naggalama. While at the event, we interacted with the Guest of Honor, the Headmistress & the students from various schools to whom we gave career guidance.
We thank St. Joseph’s for the invitation.
During the field visit, the Head–Department of Engineering & Environment,
@Don_Tayebwa
met with our students who are currently doing their internship with
@nwscug
in Ggaba. The students updated the HOD about the progress of their internship at the facility.
𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐍𝐨𝐰: Part 1 of the 25th Graduation Ceremony of Uganda Christian University.
Congratulations to all of today's Graduands, for this far the Lord has brought you, Ebenezer.
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𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐍𝐨𝐰: Our students are attending introductions and general overview of Ggaba water treatment plant. The purpose of the field trip is for the students to get first hand & practical knowledge on the water treatment process and the technologies used.
We have left for St. Joseph S.S Naggalama to attend the Inter-University Exhibition & Symposium at the invitation of the Headmistress, Agnes Nsubuga (Mrs.).
𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐍𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞
Due to the National Population and Housing Census scheduled to take place from 9th- 20th May 2024. There are some adjustments that were implimented. For more information, read the memo below.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Congratulations Jjuuko Martin upon the milestone 👏
Best overall science student with a Bachelor of Science in Civil and Environmental Engineering with CGPA 4.50
#UCUGrad23
At the site visit, the student took a walk-through the water treatment facility which played a crucial role—enabling them observe the different components at the facility, interact with other staff to better understand the general operation of the plant.
#WorkshopPractices
| 14th June, 2024
Regardless of their gender, they chose the course, the course did not choose them. Here it’s all about work.
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for a Complete Education for a Complete Person.
Today,
#PalinCorporationLtd
conducted an installation and user training session for the
@UCU_EngEnvt
staff on the newly acquired equipment. The purpose was to familiarize them with the operation & maintenance of the equipment to enable them easily demonstrate to the students.
We would like to express our sincere gratitude to
@nwscug
for allowing our students to visit the water treatment plant. The field trip was incredibly insightful, and our students gained valuable practical knowledge about water treatment processes and infrastructure.
1/2.
Today we join the nation in solemn remembrance of the Uganda Martyrs. We pay tribute to the great souls who sacrificed their lives for their unwavering faith leaving an indelible mark on our history and inspiring generations to come.
#HappyMartyrsDay
Think back to yesterday. What did you eat? Agriculture is responsible for some great things. However, agriculture & the environment have a pretty fractious relationship—poor practices damages the environment while a warming climate makes cost-effective agriculture more difficult.
You’re an Engineer, You’re busy, but are you too busy? Well, here is what one of the students at the ongoing workshop practice had to say “I was busy & I was tired, yet I was strangely inspired. Being busy does not prevent us from pursuing something which we feel passionate about
𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐍𝐨𝐰: Career Exhibition at Kyagwe-Ssaza. We are showcasing to the students the different innovations at the department of Engineering and Environment to enable them refocus their direction of studies towards a sustainable development.
The Guest of Honor, Mr. Muteekanga George who is the Asst. Education Commissioner for Private Schools at the
@Educ_SportsUg
passed by our stall at St. Joseph’s S.S Naggalama. He was excited to learn about the different initiatives which are aimed at environmental conservation.
To all the Engineering students who represented our university in various games and in official service in the inter university games we are so proud of you. continue shinning bright like the Diamonds you are.
The Engineers Registration Board has Registered the following Seventeen (17) applicants as ENGINEERS, and One (1) applicant as a TECHNICIAN, following approvals made at its 390th meeting held on 3rd July 2024.
Congratulations to the 18!
#RegisteredEngineers
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The Dean – Faculty of Engineering, Design & Technology, Dr. Miria Agunyo encouraged the students to engage in various co-curriculum activities such as sports within the University & the Faculty.
Collaboration between Aksaray University Faculty of Architecture and Design and UCU Department of Engineering and Environment under Erasmus staff mobility program
The Department of Engineering and Environment starts orientation for the new Civil & Environmental Engineering Students who enrolled for the Trinity Intake at
@UCUniversity
.
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When we do engineering, we are copying what God did, using what he gave us. As we enter the Fourth Week of our Workshop Practices, we put all that we plan to do unto Him as He guides our thoughts and works.
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