The Faculty of Engineering within the then University of Rhodesia was established in 1973 with technical, material and financial support from the British Overseas Development Authority (ODA). Most of the lecturers at the inauguration were drawn from the University of London.

This was in response to a growing demand for training local technical expertise who would play a pivotal role in the process of industrialization and development. This role is increasing in importance as Zimbabwe strives to increase the contribution of Engineering to the Gross National Product.

Vision

To be recognized as a leading center that produces outstanding Engineering Professionals in the country and beyond our borders.... [-]

This Master of Occupational Safety and Health Risk Management (MOSHRM) programme offered at OUM is a part-time open and distance learning (ODL) postgraduate programme which offers a qualification that provides a sound business and technical basis to support the implementation of hazard identification, risk assessment and control measures, and to monitor their business effectiveness. This course includes study in the areas of management systems, risk management, OSH legislation, six sigma, occupational safety, occupational health and hygiene, project management and security management. The capstone unit for the Masters is a work-related research project.

MOSHRM provides the comprehensive and real OSH learning experiences to the learners to successfully integrate OSH into business management. MOSHRM provide a unique mix of academic quality and industry relevance to develop sound, solid and professional competencies in OSH.... [-]

A qualifying student will be able to conduct independent research, with minimum guidance, in a chosen field of Electrical Engineering, and contribute to knowledge production in that field.

Qualification outcomes Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the field/area of investigation. Apply research methods and techniques appropriately and correctly. Admission requirements and selection criteria

A Baccalaureus Technologiae: Engineering: Electrical, or an equivalent qualification of an equivalent standard.

Conferment of the degree

The MTech: Engineering: Electrical will be conferred on students who have completed the dissertation successfully.

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The purpose of the programme is to develop an engineer with advanced abilities in applying fundamental structural engineering sciences, design and synthesis to specific structural engineering problems in society at large. One of the main objectives is to develop an advanced capability to do fundamental structural engineering research independently and, in so doing, promote lifelong learning.

Qualification outcomes

Exit level outcomes:

The qualified student will be able to:

Identify, assess, formulate, interpret, analyse and solve structural engineering research and development problems creatively and innovatively by applying relevant fundamental knowledge of i.e. mathematics, basic science and engineering sciences in the chosen field of research. Plan and manage structural engineering research projects demonstrating underlying fundamental knowledge, understanding and insight into the principles, methodologies and concepts that constitute socially responsible (to local and other communities) engineering research/development in the chosen field of research practice. Work effectively individually or with others as a member of a team, group, organization, and community or in multidisciplinary environments in the chosen field of research Organise and manage him/herself and his/her activities responsibly, effectively, professionally and ethically and take responsibility within his/her own limits of competence and to exercise judgment commensurate with knowledge and expertise, pertaining to the field of research Plan and conduct applicable level of investigations, research and /or experiments by applying appropriate theories and methodologies and perform data analysis and interpretation Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with engineering and specifically research audiences and the community at large in so far as they are... [-]

MEng in Engineering Management (Lectured)

The purpose of the qualification is to develop an engineer with advanced abilities in applying fundamental engineering management sciences and/design and synthesis and related principles to specific management systems problems of society at large. One of the main objectives of this process is to develop an advanced capability to conduct fundamental systems engineering and management research independently. It also promotes a lifelong learning approach.

Qualification outcomes

Exit level outcomes:

The qualified student will be able to:

Identify, assess, formulate, interpret, analyse and solve engineering research and development problems creatively and innovatively by applying relevant fundamental knowledge of i.e. Mathematics, Basic Science and/or Engineering and Management Sciences in the chosen field of research. Plan and manage engineering management research projects, demonstrating fundamental knowledge, understanding and insight into the principles, methodologies and concepts that constitute socially responsible (to local and other communities) research/development in the chosen field of research practice. Work effectively, individually or with others, as a member of a team, group, organisation and the community or in multi-disciplinary environments in the chosen field of research. Organise and manage him/herself and his/her activities responsibly, effectively, professionally and ethically, accept responsibility within his/her limits of competence, and exercise judgement based on knowledge and expertise, pertaining to the field of research. Plan and conduct applicable levels of investigation, research and/or experiments by applying appropriate theories and methodologies, and perform data analysis and interpretation. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with engineering and specifically research audiences and the... [-]

MTech in Civil Engineering (Research-based)

A student having obtained this qualification will be competent to conduct research with minimal guidance and contribute to knowledge production in the engineering environment with success.

Qualification outcomes

Demonstrate the capability to identify a problem or need in the industry, and apply research methodologies to address the need or problem.

Admission requirements and selection criteria

A Baccalaureus Technologiae: Engineering: Civil, or an equivalent qualification of an equivalent standard.

Conferment of the degree

The MTech: Engineering: Civil will be conferred on students who have completed the dissertation successfully.... [-]

This qualification is intended to allow graduates to apply integrated operations techniques, together with advanced analysis and problem-solving, to a particular specialisation in the field of Industrial Engineering/Operations Management, through involvement in an applied research project.

Qualification outcomes and assessment criteria

Conduct research and development in a specialised area and engage in the transfer of technology in the field of Industrial Engineering or Operations Management.

Admission requirements and selection criteria

A Baccalaureus Technologiae: Industrial Engineering, or an equivalent qualification of an equivalent standard.

Conferment of the degree ... [-]

At this level a qualifying student will be competent in applying specialised knowledge and research methodology in a metallurgical environment, thus contributing to the research and development needs of the metallurgical industry and mining community. The qualified student will be able to register with ECSA as a Professional Technologist.

Qualification outcomes and assessment criteria

The qualifying student should have the ability to:

Initiate and execute applied research in a range of metallurgical activities to full completion. Function at middle to upper management level in a metallurgical environment. Admission requirements and selection criteria ... [-]

At this level, a qualifying student will be is competent in applying specialised knowledge and research methodology in a metallurgical environment,thus contributing to the research and development needs of the metallurgic industry and mining community. The qualified student will be able to register with ECSA as a Professional Technologist.

Qualification outcomes

The qualifying student should have the ability to:

Initiate and execute applied research in a range of metallurgical activities to full completion. Function at middle to upper management level in a metallurgical environment. Admission requirements and selection criteria

A Baccalaureus Technologiae: Extraction Metallurgy, or an equivalent qualification of an equivalent standard.... [-]

MTech in Mechanical Engineering (Research-based)

This qualification is intended for students who will make a contribution, through research, to understanding the application and evaluation of existing knowledge in a specialised area of technology. They will also be able to demonstrate a high level of overall knowledge in that area, ranging from fundamental to advanced theoretical or applied knowledge.

Qualification outcomes and assessment criteria

Complete research successfully in engineering processes, products or systems

Admission requirements and selection criteria

A Baccalaureus Technologiae: Engineering: Mechanical, or an equivalent qualification of an equivalent standard.... [-]

Having obtained this qualification, students will be competent architectural technologists/practitioners who are able to conduct independent research and independently perform professional architectural services in technology, design and management in the public and/or private (formal or informal) sectors or specialised fields in the built environment.

Admission requirements

A Baccalaureus Technologiae: Architectural Technology with an average mark of at least 65% or an equivalent qualification at an equivalent standard, as recommended by a Status Committee and approved by the Faculty Board.

Selection criteria

Selection is based on academic merit and a preliminary research proposal, as approved by the Departmental Committee.... [-]

MEng in Electrical and Electronic Engineering (Research-based)

The purpose of the qualification is to develop an engineer with advanced abilities in applying fundamental engineering sciences and/design and synthesis, and related principles to specific problems of society at large. One of the main objectives of this process is to develop an advanced capability to conduct fundamental engineering research independently. It also promotes a lifelong learning approach.

Qualification outcomes

Exit level outcomes:

The qualified student will be able to:

Identify, assess, formulate, interpret, analyse and solve engineering research/development problems creatively and innovatively by applying relevant fundamental knowledge of i.e. Mathematics, Basic Science and Engineering Sciences in the chosen field of research. Plan and manage engineering research projects, demonstrating fundamental knowledge, understanding and insight into the principles, methodologies and concepts that constitute socially responsible (to local and other communities) research/development in the chosen field of research practice. Work effectively, individually or with others, as a member of a team, group, organisation and the community or in multi-disciplinary environments in the chosen field of research. Organise and manage him/herself and his/her activities responsibly, effectively, professionally and ethically, accept responsibility within his/her limits of competence, and exercise judgement based on knowledge and expertise, pertaining to the field of research. Plan and conduct applicable levels of investigation, research and/or experiments by applying appropriate theories and methodologies, and perform appropriate data analysis and interpretation. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with engineering and specifically research audiences and the community at large, in so far as they... [-]