Department of Civil Engineering
The Department of Civil Engineering trains students in structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, transportation, water resources and environmental engineering. Graduates are equipped to design, build and maintain Ghana's critical infrastructure including roads, bridges, dams and buildings.
Programmes Offered
B.Tech Civil Engineering Technology
A four-year degree in structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, transportation engineering, water resources and environmental engineering for Ghana's in…
Entry: HND Civil Engineering or related qualification with minimum CGPA 2.5.
HND Civil Engineering
A three-year Higher National Diploma providing training in construction technology, structural analysis, highway engineering and site management.
Entry: WASSCE with credits in English, Mathematics, Physics and two other electives.
Courses
Engineering Mathematics I
Calculus, algebra, trigonometry and analytical geometry for engineering applications.
Engineering Drawing and CAD
Technical drawing principles, orthographic projection and introduction to AutoCAD.
Mechanics of Materials
Stress, strain, bending, torsion and deflection in structural members.
Structural Analysis
Analysis of determinate and indeterminate structures: beams, frames and trusses.
Highway Engineering
Road design, pavement materials, drainage and traffic engineering.
Construction Management
Project planning, scheduling, cost estimation and site management.