About Us

Vision Statement

To create an excellent learning environment where creative and innovative skills are nurtured to drive food security for national development.

Mission Statement

To produce globally competitive graduates equipped with skills and knowledge, fostering innovation and creativity in Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering.

Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs)

The Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering undergraduate programme aims to prepare graduates who will integrate and apply engineering principles, knowledge and skills to agricultural, food and biological systems. At the end of the programme, graduates of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering should be able to:

• PEO 1:     demonstrating proficiency in applying engineering principles with soft and hands-on skills using modern tools to solve complex agricultural production, processing and storage problems;
• PEO 2:     implementing innovative and sustainable solutions with probity to improve agricultural productivity and efficiency towards achieving sound soil and water management, and food security;
• PEO 3:     exhibiting ability to work in a multidisciplinary team to plan, design, implement and monitor agricultural and biosystems engineering projects and systems, including achievement of excellence in engineering management, entrepreneurship and leadership;
• PEO 4:     engaging in lifelong learning, research and continuing professional development in solving societal problems with adherence to professional ethics and standards; and
• PEO 5:     developing effective communication skills on complex engineering activities, and engaging actively in community and professional services.

Programme Outcomes (POs), and Expected Knowledge, Skills and Attributes

A graduate of the Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering programme to be accredited by COREN is expected to have the following capabilities:

PO1- Engineering Knowledge: Apply knowledge of mathematics, natural science, computing and engineering fundamentals, and an engineering specialisation as specified in WK1 to WK4, respectively, to develop solutions to complex engineering problems.

PO2- Problem Analysis: Identify, formulate, research literature and analyze complex engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences and engineering sciences with holistic considerations for sustainable development*(WK1 to WK4)

PO3- Design/Development of Solutions: Design creative solutions for complex engineering problems and design systems, components or processes to meet identified needs with appropriate consideration for public health and safety, whole-life cost, net-zero carbon as well as resource, cultural, societal, and environmental considerations as required (WK5)

PO4-Investigation: Conduct investigations of complex engineering problems using research methods, including research-based knowledge, design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data and synthesis of information to provide valid conclusions (WK8).

PO5-Modern Tool Usage: Create, select and apply and recognise limitations of appropriate techniques, resources and modern engineering and IT tools, including prediction and modelling, to complex engineering problems (WK2 and WK6)

PO6-The Engineer and Society: When solving complex engineering problems, analyse and evaluate sustainable developments impacts* to: society, the economy, sustainability, health and safety, legal frameworks, and the environment (WK1, WK5 and WK7)

PO7-Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and norms of engineering practice and adhere to relevant national and international laws. Demonstrate an understanding of the need for diversity and inclusion (WK9).

PO8-Individual and Team Work: Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse and inclusive teams and in multi-disciplinary, face-to-face, remote and distributed settings (WK9).

PO9-Communication: Communicate effectively and inclusively on complex engineering activities with the engineering community and with society at large, such as being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective presentations, taking into account cultural, language, and learning differences.

PO10- Project Management: Apply knowledge and understanding of engineering management principles and economic decision-making and apply these to one’s own work, as a member and leader in a team, and to manage projects in multi-disciplinary environments.

PO11- Lifelong Learning: Recognise the need for, and have the preparation and ability for (i) Independent and life-long learning, (ii) Adaptability to new and emerging technologies and (iii) Critical thinking in the broadest context of technological change (WK8).

Opportunities

The Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering Programme equips students with a comprehensive understanding of technology and living systems, offering diverse employment opportunities. The curriculum provides valuable experience in engineering disciplines and prepares graduates for multidisciplinary teams. Graduates develop practical solutions for producing, storing, transporting, processing, and packaging agricultural products and addressing issues related to systems, processes, and machines interacting with living organisms and materials. Students also learn to develop sustainable solutions for using agricultural products, byproducts, wastes, and natural resources like soil, water, air, and energy. Career prospects include roles such as Consulting Engineer, Environmental Engineer, Equipment Design Engineer, Extension Engineer, Food Process Engineer, Irrigation Engineer, and many more. With postgraduate degrees, graduates can pursue careers in academia and research at universities and research institutions.