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Mechanical Engineering

Preamble
The Role of Science and Technology in socio-economic development and expansion of human endeavor in general is fundamental. The largest contributor to this is Mechanical Engineering which is responsible for design, manufacture /production, installation, operation and maintenance of anything that moves, products & services while ensuring environmental preservation and conservation.
The Mechanical Engineering skills are critical in the automobiles, trains, aerospace, aeroplanes, biotechnology, bio-medical services, pharmaceutical industries, electronic/ computer drives etc, energy conversion automation and general manufacturing.
The department currently runs a five year degree program which equips students with knowledge, skills, competence & values applicable to any of these sectors among others.
The department is also engaged in research and development activities.

Rationale
Mechanical Engineering has been necessitated by the fact that mechanical engineers are required in the process of industrial transformation of our country.

Vision
To produce world class Mechanical Engineers

Mission
To develop manpower capable of utilizing and enhancing knowledge and skills in design and production

Objectives

  • To provide training in skills that can turn resources into usable products or services for the benefit of our society.
  • To prepare graduate engineers for the industrial sector in the field of design and production.
  • To develop the basic entrepreneurial skills as a basis of self employment.

Linkages
The department is currently collaborating/ link with various institutions for the purpose of joint research, faculty training and student, staff exchange program and exchange program.
Institutions:
St. Thomas University, Minnesota USA

Full-Time Academic Staff

  • Dr. Victor M. Mwongera
  • Eng. Peter O. Okaka
  • Dr. Wanjau Kabecha
  • Dr. Franklin Kinoti
  • Mr.Nickson Kipng’etich Lang’at
  • Mr. Isaac Waire
  • Ng'ang'a Obadiah
  • Joyce N. Achenchi
  • Ms Jackline Mwende Mutunga
  • James Mosii

ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
Currently, the department offers the following degree courses:

Details

Chairperson Mechanical

 

Eng. Isaac Waire Maina

Chairperson Mechanical  Engineering Dept.