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EL 167_ Basic Mechanics(SRID)

In this course, the basics of Newtonian Mechanics and its laws to particles and rigid bodies will be explored.

Upon successful completion of this course, students are expected to

understand the basics of forces and moments; and draw free body diagrams
analyze equilibrium of systems (2D & 3D) of forces for tension in ropes/cables, forces in links, and support and contact reactions
find support reactions and internal forces of two-dimensional determinant structures
solve simple static and dynamic problems involving dry friction
evaluate mechanical advantage, velocity ratio and efficiency of simple machines
understand and solve two dimensional problems involving equation of motion, momentum, impulse and energy
solve simple applied mechanics problems involving combination of the above objectives

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Introduction to Computing LA/MC/RN 2023

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Introduction to Computer Programming (SRID)

The course presents basics of programming including: Programming environment, Data representation, Control structures, Functions, Arrays, Pointers, Strings, and Structures that aim to:

• arm the students with basic programming concepts;

• introduce different techniques pertaining to problem solving skills;

• arm the students with the necessary constructs of C/C++ and python programming;

• And to emphasize on guided practical sessions.

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Environmental Management MN/RN/GM 365 - 2023

This Environmental Management course will introduce students to some of the sources of human impacts on the environment, as well as how to control their impact on people, air, water, and soil. The following topics would be treated:

Atmospheric Air and Air Parameters
Gases
Dust/Particulate
Atmospheric Pollution
Heat in the Work Environment and Human Heat Balance
Water Pollution Issues
Environmental Impact Assessment

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Environmental Management (CE/IS)

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Chemical Thermodynamics

COURSE CONTENT

INTRODUCTION TO THERMODYNAMICS
FIRST LAW OF THERMODYNAMICS
LAW OF THERMOCHMISTRY
SECOND LAW OF THERMODYNAMICS

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Upon completion of this course, students should be able to:

Define the commonly used terms in thermodynamics. Differentiate between exothermic and endothermic reactions. Solve numerical problems based on thermochemical equations.
State and explain the first Law of Thermodynamics. Explain enthalpy and internal energy. State the relationship between enthalpy change and internal energy change. State the relationship between enthalpy of reaction and enthalpies of formation of reactants and products. Solve numerical problems based on the 1^st Law of Thermodynamics.
State the Laws of Thermochemistry. State Hess’s law and calculate enthalpy of a reaction using Hess’s law. Explain bond enthalpy and solve bond enthalpy problems
State and explain the second Law of Thermodynamics. Explain entropy and understand the standard state entropies of reaction. Solve problems related to enthalpy and entropy. Explain Gibbs free energy and its relationship to cell potentials. State the zeroth Law of Thermodynamics.

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Introduction to Management LT & EC 171

Introduction & Aims
This course explores the basic concepts and processes of management. Students will examine the
fundamental roles and processes of planning, organising, leading and controlling that comprise the
manager’s role. It focuses on the entire organisation from both short- and long- term perspective for
strategic vision, setting objectives, crafting a strategy, and implementing it. It also covers areas such
as leadership, decision making, and motivation among others.
Learning Outcomes
This course ensures that the student understand how;
a) Managers manage business in the dynamic global environment
b) Organisations develop and maintain competitive advantage
c) Business decisions are made using tools and techniques to remain competitive
d) Managers use problem-solving strategies and critical thinking skills in real lifesituations

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MR/ES_Computer Programming (C#)

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Numerical Analysis (For Engineers)

OBJECTIVE: This course's primary objective is to give you a concrete idea of numerical methods and how they relate to engineering and scientific problem-solving.

OUTCOME: At the end of the course, it is expected that students will understand the concept behind numerical methods and be able to apply them in finding solutions to problems relating to engineering and science. In particular, the students will become proficient in the following:

Understanding the theoretical and practical aspects of the use of numerical methods;
Implementing numerical methods for a variety of multidisciplinary applications;
Establishing the limitations, advantages, and disadvantages of numerical methods.

PREREQUISITES: It is assumed that the student has some background in Algebra, Calculus and Computing.

GRADING CRITERIA AND EVALUATION PROCEDURES: The grade for the course will be based on class attendance, group homework, quizzes/ class test and a final end-of-term exam.

Attendance: All students should make it a point to attend classes. Random attendance will be taken to constitute 10% of the grade.
Group Homework: Two homework assignments worth 10% of the final grade. Homework will be assigned on regular basis and will be due exactly one week (before 5:00 pm) from the day the assignment is issued to students
Group Presentation: A group presentation worth 5% of the final grade will be conducted where necessary. Students will be assigned to a group with a task to research and present their findings in class to members.
Quizzes/ Class Test: Two quizzes worth 15% of the grade will be given during class. The quiz or test date will be announced one week in advance.
Final End-Of-Term Exams: Final exam is worth 60% of the final grade.

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Instrumentation and Control (MC/EL 467)

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RESEARCH METHODS AND ETHICS IN SCIENCE

This course provides an insight into fundamental issues of ethics in relation to research, professional practice and general living on one part, Ethics in Science; and also exposes students to research process and all essential requirements for doing research (project work) as an engineering student.
It combines online lecture with practical hands on assignments aimed at providing deep understanding about issues of research.
Students will also be tested be tested in class through short quizzes in the form of multiple choice and fill in the blanks.

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ES 377 Risk Management and Hazard Control Systems

Course Details

Course Code: ES 377

Course Title: Risk Management & Hazard Control Systems

Coordinating Department: Environmental & Safety Engineering Department

Semester: Semester 1, 2022/2023 Academic Year

Level: Undergraduate

Number of Credits: 3

Contact Hours: 4 hrs/week

Course Description: As professional engineers our graduates will in the future be responsible for critical aspects of engineering practice, design and decision making; these include the implementation of sound professional and ethical behaviour, responsibilities and liabilities for safe management of operations and personnel; critical assessment of issues of sustainability from project initiation to wider long term operations; Environmental risk assessment including project environmental approvals. These issues and the modern approaches to assessing risk will be explored in this course.

Assumed Background: This course provides an introduction to hazard identification, hazard control systems, risk management systems, concepts and methodologies that are applicable to managing risk related to operations within the mining and allied industries. The course requires no specific prior knowledge regarding risk management, but the case studies will utilise some technical knowledge of the extractive industry acquired in earlier courses. The course will be run in short course format – with the core learning material being presented across series of regular and guest lectures.

Course Introduction

As a graduate safety engineer, you will often be involved in risk identification, assessment, treatment and management processes associated with the design, operation and management of change. The aim of this course is to help participants understand, articulate and apply the elements of hazard control and risk management typically used within the extractive industry. In the extractive industry, risk pose multi-faceted challenges for practising engineers. It is not just a technical issue. It is fundamentally about people and their decision-making and behaviours. It is also about you, your colleagues, your bosses, other stakeholders, and society at large. What aspects of the operation do these people consider risky? How do they perceive the risk? How do they think it should be managed? What trade-offs are they willing to tolerate/accept? These multiple aspects of risk are reflected in the course.

The course covers the two major risk management mindsets – the loss reduction mindset and the systems thinking mindset. There are three key themes which under-pin the course:

Sustainability and operational excellence come from effectively managing the range of risks that can impact a business (technical, human, societal, environmental, and financial)
Managing risk is a core component of professional engineering practice.
Quality risk management comes from a good understanding and application of risk management fundamentals.

Your competence will be demonstrated by performing risk management in moderately complex projects, and by applying the tools and techniques effectively.

Course Staff

Course Coordinator: Dr Eric Stemn

Timetable

Timetable is provided by the University Examination Unit

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Basic French I - PG/RP/CH 141

This course is designed to meet the French language needs of our future engineering professionals who have the prospects of working with international organisations, both locally and internationally. The course is, therefore, structured to help these future professionals to be able to develop basic communicative competencies both orally and in writing, bearing in mind real communication situations in their domain. The course is also designed to create and sustain the interest of engineering students in the French language for further development after their programmes of study, for academic, economic and other purposes.