History of the Department
The Engineering programmes of the Kwara State University commenced a year after the take-off of the university in 2009 with the establishment of the College of Engineering and Technology. Electrical and Computer Engineering opened its doors for admission that year with two pioneering students drawn from the College of Pure and Applied Science. The Department took off officially in January 2013 with the appointment of a Head of Department supported by a couple of Senior Adjunct Lecturers and some Assistant Lecturers. Immediately thereafter, the Department quickly defined its goal as production of well-trained engineers who can function well in a broad range of professional activities such as teaching, research and development, design, manufacturing, consultancy services, maintenance, operation, marketing, sales and management. Henceforth, the Department plans to cut across the established boundaries while working to provide deep support and collaboration with other disciplines.
Mission
To deliver world-class education and research in Electrical and Computer Engineering, equipping graduates with creativity, technical expertise, and ethical values to address societal and industrial challenges.
Vision
To be a global leader in Electrical and Computer Engineering education and innovation, producing skilled engineers who drive sustainable development and transform society through cutting-edge technology.
Goal
The programme engages the students with experiential learning opportunities within the academic program, fostering a transformative educational experience. Our goals are to cultivate students’ proficiency in comprehending and effectively applying the abstractions associated with the related fields, which include: Electrical and Electronics, Computer Architectures, Electronics and Embedded Systems, Image Processing and Multimedia, Communication, Power Engineering, Networks and Security
The main objectives of the program include, but not limited to:
(i) design curriculum that covers wide and dynamic electrical and computer engineering principles.
(ii) introduce students to all levels of abstractions on which analysis and synthesis of electrical, electronic, computer and information systems are based and provide a unique approach to learning in such a way to challenge the intellect and cultivate creativity.
(iii) produce graduates who are well exposed to extensive theories, appropriate laboratory experiments and practical work experience; such that they become the future manpower for private and public sectors of the economy.
(iv) produce graduates that are resourceful, creative, knowledgeable, and equipped in design, develop new products and production techniques, implementation, maintenance and management of electrical, electronics and computer systems such that they create jobs.
(v) produce graduates that can install and maintain complex engineering systems so that they can perform optimally in our environment.
(vi) produce graduates that can manage people, fund, materials and equipment. Improve on indigenous technology to enhance local problems solving capability.
Achievements
- Successes in accreditation exercises by the National Universities Commission (NUC) for undergraduate and post graduate programmes in Electrical and Electronic Engineering.
- Successes in accreditation exercises by the Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria，（COREN) for undergraduate programme in Electrical and Electronic Engineering.
- Established a state-of-the-art Electrical and Electronic Laboratory, Power Electronic Laboratory and Computer and Control Laboratory which have enabled groundbreaking research in Electrical and Computer Engineering.
- Secured funding from national agencies to carry out research activities.
- Published numerous research papers in top-tier Electrical and Computer Engineering journals, with several receiving recognitions.
Milestones
- Partner with local high schools and community colleges to promote Engineering prgrammes and encourage careers in electrical and computer engineering.
- Foster and expand research collaborations with academic and industry partners to drive the advancement of knowledge and facilitate the swift transfer of technology.
- Strengthen diversity and inclusion efforts by increasing representation of women and underrepresented groups among faculty, staff, and students.
- Enhance sustainability practices and promote the integration of green concepts in both digital and analog systems.
Plans
- Create an interdisciplinary Electrical and Electronics Center that serves as a collaborative hub, fostering partnerships between academic and industry teams for interdisciplinary projects and providing valuable training opportunities.
- Direct research efforts towards emerging fields of Electrical and Computer Engineering, including bio-inspired digital and analog electronics, control systems, communication, and networking, as well as power generation, transmission, and distribution.
- Increase outreach efforts to promote awareness of career opportunities in Electrical and Computer engineering.
- Cultivate cross-disciplinary collaborations with departments and institutions to fuel innovation and foster transformative discoveries.
- Elevate the department’s standing as a globally recognized hub for research and education in electrical and computer engineering, renowned for excellence and innovation.