Master of Technology in Automotive Engineering

Introduction

The aim of the Master of Technology (MTech) programme in Automotive Engineering is to equip students broads-based scientific knowledge and adequate hands-on skills in automotive engineering and related disciplines so that graduates are able to cope with emerging trends and advancements in technology.

Objectives

The objectives of the MTech Automotive Engineering programme are to:

impact adequate theoretical concepts related to automotive engineering.
develop capacities of students in conducting research on current and emerging automotive industry.
impact students with adequate knowledge of modern theories and practice-based skill in automotive engineering.
train students to acquire knowledge transfer skills in Higher Institutions of Learning environment and also prepare them for terminal degrees.

Intended/Expected Outcomes

At the end of the programme, graduates will be able to:

To diagnose and service automobiles service with high professional and ethical standards.
Design and simulate automotive components and systems using CAD and simulation tools.
Install and commission automotive plants and equipment.
Conduct research into current and emerging automobile challenges.
Teach in Higher Institutions of Learning and also pursue their terminal degrees.

Students’ Admission, Progression and Graduation

Admission Requirements

a. One year-Master in Engineering in Automotive Engineering or related disciplines are eligible for admission.

They will be admitted into year 2 of the programme.

b. Bachelors’ Degree (BSc/BTech/BEd) Qualification

First degree (BTech/BSc/BEd. etc) certificate with a minimum of Second Class (Lower) Division in a related engineering discipline such as automotive/automobile, mechanical, electrical, mechatronics, agricultural, aerospace and marine.

Working experience in the related field is seen as an advantage.

Candidates with second-class lower must pass an interview session to be granted access to the programme.

c. Foreign Qualification

All foreign qualifications will be referred to Ghana Tertiary Education Council (GTEC) for determination of equivalences, eligibility and placement when admitted to pursue the programme

Employment

MTech graduates in Automotive Engineering can be employed in many different sectors of the economy. Based on an extensive web survey in addition to knowledge of the local situation in Ghana the following areas of potential employment were distinguished:

Vehicle assembly plants
Mining Industries
Oil and Gas industries
Educational institutions
Agricultural Mechanization Industry
Automotive dealerships (Toyota Ghana, CFAO Motors, Japan Motors, Silver Star Motors etc
Public Service Commission (Ministries, Government agencies and departments) h. Security Services

Course Schedule

Below is the schedule of courses to be taught in the MEng Automotive Engineering programme

Year One, Semester One

SN.	Course Code	Course Title	T	P	C
1	FETE 513	Basic Programming	2	2	3
2	AEMS 501	Automotive Engines & Emission Control	2	2	3
3	AEMS 511	Automotive Chassis & Vehicle Body Engineering	2	3	4
4	AEMS 521	Advanced Automotive Electricals and Electronics	2	2	3
5	AEMS 533	Automotive Drive Train Engineering	2	2	3
6	AEMS 541	Advanced CAD and Modelling	2	2	3
Total	12	13	19

Year One, Semester Two

SN.	Course Code	Course Title	T	P	C
1	AEMS 522	Electronic Engine Management System	2	2	3
2	AEMS 536	Advance Vehicle Dynamics	2	2	3
3	AEMS 524	Electric Vehicle Powertrain	2	2	3
4	AEMS 552	Transport Management & Maintenance Engineering	3	2	4
5	FETE 520	Research Methods for Engineers	2	0	2
6	AEMS 544	Computational Fluid Dynamics	2	2	3
Total	13	10	18