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BOX 1, KYAMBOGO – KAMPALA, UGANDA

TEL: +256-41-285272 www.Kyambogo.ac.ug

FACULTY OF ENGINEERING

DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL & PRODUCTION ENGINEERING

BACHELOR OF ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING AND

MANAGEMENT

July 2015

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS

Page
1.0 TITLE OF PROGRAMME 1
2.0 PREAMBLE 1
2.1 Background 1
2.2 Justification 2
2.3 Target Group 3
3.0 RESOURCES 3
3.1 Staffing 3
3.2 Facilities 3
3.3 Funding 3
4.0 PROGRAMME OBJECTIVES 3
4.1 Objectives 3
4.2 Learning Outcomes 4
5.0 GENERAL REGULATIONS 4
6.0 ADMISSIONS AND ENTRY REQUIREMENTS 4
6.1 Advanced Level Entry 5
6.2 Diploma Entry 5
6.3 Graduate Entry Scheme 5
6.4 Transfer Scheme 5
7.0 DURATION OF PROGRAMME 6
8.0 PROGRAMME STRUCTURE 7
9.0 PROGRAMME LOAD 10
10.0 ASSESSMENT AND GRADING 10
10.1 Assessment of Courses 10
10.2 Grading of Courses 11
10.3 Progression 12
10.4 Compensatory Pass 12
10.5 Retaking A Course 12
11.0 AWARD AND CLASSIFICATION 13
11.1 Award 13
11.2 Classification 13
11.3 Calculation of Cumulative Grade Point Average 13
12.0 COURSE CONTENT 14
13.0 APPENDIX I –STAFF LIST 139

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1.0 Title of Programme
The title of the programme shall be Bachelor of Environmental Engineering and
Management (BEEM), formerly known as Bachelor of Engineering in Environmental
Engineering and Management.

2.0 Preamble
2.1 Background
The essential concerns in the “discipline” of Environment in its broadest multi-disciplinary
scope (i.e. socio-economic, political-cultural and biophysical domains) covers the effective
use, processing and transformation of resources for sustainable development.

This programme of study in Environmental Engineering and Management is concerned with

the biophysical environment and considers in detail the social economic factors because they
affect the biophysical environment.Kyambogo University has been offering this programme
of study for the last ten (10) years. The review in 2015 was instituted to evaluate the
courses to meet NCHE requirements and in addition to enrich its contents where necessary.
The review involved stakeholders who have interests in the programme. Thestakeholders
included National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) of Uganda, Students
feedbacks, Lecturers input, National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC), National
Forestry Authority (NFA), Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA), Uganda Institute of
Professional Engineers (UIPE) and players in the Oil and Gas Sectors.

This programme of study on Environmental Engineering and Management places emphasis

on scientific, technological and managerial aspects, in solving environmental problems
arising from technological impacts.The particular aspect of Environmental Engineering
encompasses the scientific assessment and development of engineering solutions to
environmental problems affecting land, water, and air (the Biosphere). Thus, the study
embraces broad environmental concerns, including but not limited to:
 the safety of drinking water,
 groundwater protection and remediation,
 wastewater treatment,
 indoor and outdoor air pollution,
 solid and hazardous waste disposal,
 cleanup of contaminated sites,
 the prevention of pollution through product and process design,
 Strategies for sustainable water and energy use and production.
Environmental Engineers must strike a balance between competing technical, social and
legal issues concerning the use of environmental resources. Due to the complexity of these
challenges; environmental engineers need a broad understanding not only of engineering
disciplines but also chemistry, biology, and economics. Accordingly, the program allows
learners to select options that may emphasize on environmental engineering technology,
sustainability, global health, economics or energy and climate change.

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 The program prepares students for leadership positions in industry and government agencies
or further studies in engineering, business, law among others and career progression onto
Master of Science Degree and eventual Doctorate qualifications.

2.2 Justification
There is a great need for preservation of a pollution free environment. In many developing
countries, the sustainable utilization of the available natural resources and personnel is
important in advancing the economy and saving meager resources that would otherwise go
to experts or training in other countries.

Furthermore, with the creation of the East African Economic Community, practitioners need
to be prepared for the challenges of the larger community in which more areas now and
again require a lot of emphasis for effective competition on job market and environmental
protection. After running the programme for six years, gaps and areas for improvement have
been dealt with. Feedback from stakeholders has cited important environmental ingredients
to enrich the programme suitable for employers and research.

Communities face challenges in controlling sustainably the natural resources. The role of an
Environmental Engineer therefore is to design and effectively manage important projects
and plants with regards to environmental issues for various communities and the nation at
large and further enhance modernization of Uganda in particular and East African
Community.
2.3 Target Groups
The targeted group includes holders of:
(a) Advanced Level Certificate of Education;
(b) Diplomas in Engineering and other related Science and Technology fields;
(c) Degrees in the Physical Science disciplines; and
(d) Practitioners in Engineering and Science fields;
3.0 Resources
3.1 Staffing
The available staffs are listed in Appendix A at the back of this booklet.
3.2 Facilities
The Department has nine ( 9) Lecture rooms, one Computer Lab, twelve (12) Academic
Offices,three (3)Workshops (Machine and fitting, Welding and Fabrication and Foundry)
and eight (8) Laboratories (Applied Mechanics, Internal Combustion Engine, Motor Vehicle
diagnosing and Timing, Thermodynamics, Refrigeration and Air conditioning, Fluid
Mechanics, Strength of Materials, and Metallurgy and Metrology).
3.3 Funding
The programme shall be partly funded by government and private sponsors. The fees
structure shall be determined by the appropriate body as Council decides on
recommendation from the department.

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4.0 Programme Objectives and Learning Outcomes
4.1 The Objectives
The objectives of the programme are to:
(a) Train learners on setting standards, measurements, sample analysis and modelling of
pollution parameters.
(b) Apply set standards in designs, construct, install, produce products and modifications
of machinery, equipment; reactors, plants /units and etc;
(c) Oversee set standards for biodiversity at the level of ecosystems and species, wildlife
conservation resources, ecological models and implementation of plant project
activities.
(d) Teach learners on environmental aspects of natural resources, oil and gas
explorations and production technologies.
4.2 Learning Outcomes
By the end of the programme students should be able to:
(a) control emissions in built environment, and wastewater effluent discharge into water
bodies; monitor treatment processes of wastes at all levels of development,
(b) carry out management operations, environmental impact assessment and auditing
techniques;
(c) apply installation, servicing and preventive maintenance troubleshooting techniques;
(d) support oil and gas explorations and production engineering industry to clean
environment.
5.0 General Regulations
The programme for the Bachelor of Engineering in Environmental Engineering and
Management shall be governed by the Universities and other Tertiary Institutions Act and
accompanying regulations. General regulations of Kyambogo University, in under graduate
programmes and by the Faculty special regulations of the Faculty of Engineering shall apply
6.0 Admissions Requirements
Admission to the Bachelor of Engineering in Environmental Engineering and Management
shall be done in accordance with the Kyambogo University procedures and regulations. In
addition, a person shall be eligible for admission to the programme on meeting the following
minimum qualifications specified as follows:
6.1 Advanced Level Entry Scheme
At least two principal passes in Physics and Mathematics obtained at the same sitting of the
Advanced Level Examinations or its equivalent. For purposes of computing entry points, the
advanced level subjects shall carry the following weights:
Essential Physicsand Mathematics,
Relevant Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Economics, Technical Drawing,
Desirable General Paper; Geography, computer, sub-mathematics and any other related
technical subjects

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6.2 Diploma Entry Scheme
(a) At Least a Credit or Second Class:
(i) Diploma from a recognized institution in one of the following fields:
Refrigeration and Air conditioning; Mechanical Engineering, Automobile
Engineering; Civil and Building Engineering; Water engineering; Electrical
Engineering; Renewable Energy Technology; Public Health & Sanitation
Engineering; and Environmental Health Sciences; Printing Technology;
(ii) Higher Diploma in Mechanical Engineering; Civil and Building Engineering;
(iii) Ordinary Diplomas in an Engineering or physical Science fields from a recognised
institution;
(b) Any other Engineering field as approved by Kyambogo University Senate;
6.3 Graduate Entry Scheme
A Bachelor degree in the Physical Science disciplines from a recognized institution; for
example Bachelor of Vocational Studies in Technological Studies with Education
6.4 Transfer Scheme
(a) Credit Transfer
(i) A student taking a programme in Environmental Engineering and Management
Accredited by a Higher Education Regulatory Body may be allowed to transfer to the
appropriate semester provided they are on normal progress. No candidate will be
admitted on this scheme beyond the Fifth Semester (Third Year Semester 1) of the
programme.
(ii) A student taking a programme in Environmental Engineering and Management
Accredited by a Higher Education Regulatory Body may be admitted into any
semester on student exchange programme for purposes of acquiring credits that may
be transferred back to their University.
(b) Internal Transfer
(i) A student taking any of the following Programmes at Kyambogo University may be
allowed to transfer to the First Semester of Bachelor of Engineering in
Environmental Engineering and Management provided their CGPA at the time of
application is at least 4.0;
(ii) All Bachelor Programmes in Engineering;
(iii) Bachelor of Science Technology (Physics and Chemistry);
(iv) Bachelor of Information Technology and Computing with a background in
Advanced Level Physics and Mathematics.
6.5 Entry into First Year
The following categories may join into Semester One (First Year Semester 1) and take eight
semesters and three semester recess of Industrial Training:
(a) Direct entrant s holders of advanced Level Certificate of Education with at least Two
Principal passes as specified in (6.1);
(b) Holders of at least second Class division Diplomas or Credit in (6.2)
(c) Holders of a degree in Physical Science disciplines;

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6.6 Entry into Second Year
The following categories may join Second Year in Semester 1 and they will take six
semesters and two recess terms of Industrial Training provided that the courses done in the
in the two years of diploma are equivalent to the first two years of the bachelor degree:

Higher Diploma or OrdinaryDiploma Holders of at least Second Class division from a

recognized University/ Institution;

The years of entry for holders of relevant diplomas or other qualifications not in the above
categories shall be determined by the University Admissions board according to the level of
that qualification

7.0 Duration of the Programme

The Bachelor of Engineering in Environmental Engineering and Management is a full time
day, or evening of eight semesters and three recess terms of Industrial Training or weekend
Programme.Each academic year up to third year shall consist of two (2) semesters and a
recess term for Industrial Training. The fourth year shall consist of two (2) semesters only.
Each semester shall consist of seventeen (17) weeks; fifteen (15) weeks of teaching and two
(2) weeks of examination. Each recess term shall be ten (10) weeks. One contact hour (CH)
shall be equivalent to one (1) Lecture/Tutorial Hour (l) or two (20 Practical/Laboratory
Hours of eight (8) hours of Industrial Training. A series of fifteen (15) Contact Hours shall
be equivalent to one Credit Unit (CU).
7.1 Format of Course Load
A course shall have a minimum load of two (2) credit units and a maximum of five (5) credit
units. The minimum semester load shall be eighteen (18) Credit Units and the maximum
semester load shall be twenty five (25) Credit Units. Candidates may join the programme
into different years of study as detailed below:
8.0 Programme Structure

FIRST YEAR
Year I Semester I (All Courses are Core) LH PH CH CU
TMME 1101 Business Communication for Engineers 45 00 45 3
TCEM 1101 Engineering Mathematics I 45 00 45 3
TMME 1105 Introduction to Computer Science 45 00 45 3
TMME 1103 Engineering Drawing 30 30 45 3
TIEM1102 Production Technology 30 30 45 3
TEEM 1101 General Chemistry 30 30 45 3
Semester Load = 18 CU

Semester Recess (Core Course) LH PH CH CU

TEEM 1301 Industrial Training I 00 480 60 4

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Year I Semester II (All Courses are Core) LH PH CH CU
TEEM 1201 Environmental Microbiology 30 30 45 3
TEEM 1202 Environmental Chemistry Fundamentals 30 30 45 3
TCEM 1201 Engineering Mathematics II 45 00 45 3
TEEM 1203 Mechanics of Solids for Environmentalists 45 00 45 3
TEEM 1204 Materials Science 30 30 45 3
TEEM 1205 Computer Aided Design for Environment 30 60 60 4
Semester Load = 19 CU. TOTAL FIRST YEAR CREDIT UNITS = 41

YEARII SEMESTER I
Year II Semester I (All Courses are Core) LH PH CH CU
TCEM 2101 Engineering Mathematics II 45 00 45 3
TEEM 2101 Ecological Engineering 30 30 45 3
TEEM 2103 Programming for Environmental Engineers 45 00 45 3
TEEM2104 Environmental Quality Management 45 00 45 3
TMME 2105 Welding & Fabrication 45 30 45 3
TEEM 2205 Thermo-Fluid Mechanics 30 30 45 3
TEEM 3102 Pollution Control Design 45 00 45 3

Semester Load = 21 CU
Semester Recess (Core Course) LH PH CH CU
TEEN 2301 Industrial Training II 00 480 60 4

Year II Semester II (All Courses are Core) LH PH CH CU

TMME 2201 Probability and Statistics 45 00 45 3
TEEM 2201 Energy Resources & Oil Explorations 45 00 45 3
TEEM 2202 Physio-Chemical Treatment Plant 60 00 60 4
TEEM 2203 Principles of Biological Treatment 45 00 45 3
TCBE 2205 Engineering Geology 30 30 45 3
TMME 4203 Ethics & Professional Conduct 45 00 45 3
Semester Load = 19 CU TOTAL SECOND YEAR CREDIT UNITS = 44

THIRD YEAR
Year III Semester I (All Courses are Core) LH PH CH CU
TMME3105 Research Methods 45 00 45 3
TEEM3101 Environmental Surveying 30 30 45 3
TCBE 3106 Hydrology and Water Resource Engineering 30 30 45 3
TEEM 3103 Solid and Hazardous Waste Management 30 30 45 3
TEEM 3104 Remote Sensing & GIS 30 30 45 3
TEEM 3105 Environmental Law and Policy 45 00 45 3
Semester Load = 18 CU

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Year III Semester Recess (Core Course) LH PH CH CU
TEEM 3301 Industrial Training III 00 480 60 4
Year III Semester II (All Courses are Core) LH PH CH CU
TEEM 3201 Sanitation and Drainage 45 00 45 3
TEEM 3202 Wetland Resource Management 45 00 45 3
TEEM 3203 Environmental Engineering Design 45 00 45 3
TEEM 3204 Environmental Analysis & Modeling 45 00 45 3
TEEM 3205 Resources and Environmental Economics 45 00 45 3
TMME 3201 Management for Engineers 45 00 45 3
TEEM 3206 Concrete Technology 30 00 30 2
Semester Load = 22 TOTAL THIRD YEAR CREDITS = 44

FOURTH YEAR
Year IV Semester I (All courses are Core) LH PH CH CU
TAPE 4108 Refrigeration Engineering 30 30 45 3
TEEM 4102 Environmental Impact Assessment 45 00 45 3
TEEM 4103 Environmental Risk& Management 45 00 45 3
TEEM 4104 Environmental Health & Safety 45 00 45 3
TMME 4103 Engineering Instrumentation & Control 45 00 45 3
Year IV Semester I Electives (Student to choose only one) LH PH CH CU

TMME 4105 Petroleum Exploration & Production 45 00 45 3

TMME 4105 Energy Production 45 00 45 3
Semester Load = 18

Year IV Semester II (All Courses Core) LH PH CH CU

TEEM 4201 Entrepreneurship and Marketing 45 00 45 3
TEEM 4203 Environment Monitoring & Inspection 45 00 45 4
TEEM 4202 Project Dissertations 15 120 75 5
TIEM 4201 Health & Safety Engineering 30 30 45 3
TMME 4205 Heating and Air Conditioning 30 15 45 3

Year IV Semester II Electives (Student to choose only one) LH PH CH CU

TMME 4206 Energy Utilisation& Management 45 00 45 3
TIEM 4206 Environmental Pollution 45 00 45 3
Semester Load = 21. TOTAL FOURTH YEAR CREDITS = 41
Note: 1
Students are advised to comply with elective courses pairing and only Elective courses per
semester in fourth year, chosen elective courses will count to Programme load.
Note: 2
One working day of 8 hours for Industrial Training is equivalent to one contact hour. There
are 𝟏𝟐 𝒙 𝟓 𝒙 𝟖 = 𝟒𝟖𝟎 hours for Industrial Training. Dividing this by 8, the number of
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contact hours for the course becomes 60. Thus it is a 4 CU course. One week, the
orientation week, is allowed for students to settle in industry.

9.0 Programme Load

To qualify for the award of the degree of Bachelor of Engineering in Environmental
Engineering and Management, a candidate must obtain a minimum of 168 Credit Units
distributed as follows:
Total Credit
Level Units
Year One 41
Year Two 44
Year Three 44
Year Four 39
Programme Load 168
10.0 Assessment and Grading
10.1 Assessment of Courses
(a) Each course having been assessed on the basis of 100% total marks as follows:
(i) Course work assessment 40%
(ii) Final Examination 60%
(b) Course work assessment shall consist of practical work (laboratory work, Workshop
practice and field work) and progressive assessment (assignments and tests) and
shall be assessed as follows:
(i) For a course without practical work:
Assignments 15%
Tests 25%
End of Semester Written Examinations 60%
(ii) For a course with practical work:
Assignments 5%
Tests 10%
Practical Work 25%
End of Semester Written Examinations 60%
(c) Industrial Training shall be assessed out of a maximum of 100% marks as follows:
Attendance 10 Marks
Work Performance 25Marks
Initiative/Innovation 10 Marks
Time Management 10 Marks
Discipline and Safety 10 Marks
Practical Skills 20 Marks
Written Report 15 Marks
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10.2 Grading of Courses
(a) Each Course shall be graded out of a maximum of 100 marks and assigned
appropriate letter grades and grade points as follow: -
% Marks Letter Grade Grade Point (GP)
80 – 100 A 5.0
75 – 79 B+ 4.5
70 – 74 B 4.0
65 – 69 C+ 3.5
60 – 64 C 3.0
55 – 59 D+ 2.5
50 – 54 D 2.0
0 - 49 F 0
(b) The following additional letters shall be used as appropriate:
W Withdrawal, when a candidate withdraws from a course;
I Incomplete, when a candidate does not complete a course;
AUD Audited Course, this is when a candidate takes a course whose credits
shall not contribute to the Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA).
(c) The pass grade for each course is 2.0 No credit shall be awarded for any course in
which a student fails.

10.3 Progression
(a) Progression through the course shall be assessed as follows:
Normal Progress(NP) in which a student passes each course taken with a minimum
grade point of 2.0;
(b) Probationary Progress(PP), which is a warning, stages and occurs if a student
(i) fails a core course, or
(ii) obtains Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of less than 2.0, Probation
is removed when the conditions no longer hold;
c) Discontinuationfrom the programme if a student:
(i) fails a course three times,
(ii) receives CGPA less than 2.0 three consecutive semesters;
(iii) involves in Examination Malpractice case;

10.4 Retaking a Course

A student may retake any course of the programme when it is offered again in order
to:
(a) pass it if the student had failed it before.
10.2 Compensatory Pass
(a) Compensatory Pass: Means awarding a pass mark in respect of a failed course by
reason of a candidate having passed other courses offered in the same curriculum or
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 (b) A student must have attempted a course at least twice for him/her to benefit from
compensation. In addition s/he must have scored in the range 45-59.9% in at least
one of the attempts
(c) A compensated course shall carry a GP of 1.5. The transcript shall; clearly indicate
that the candidate passed by compensation
(d) No more than one course shall qualify for Compensatory Pass
11.0 Classification and Award
11.1 Award
On successful completion of the program the candidates shall be awarded Bachelor of
Engineering in Environmental Engineering and Management of Kyambogo University.

11.2 Classification
The Bachelor of Environmental Engineering and Management shall be classified according
to the CGPA up to the end of the Programme as follows:
Class CGPA
First Class 4.40 -5.0 1
Second Class (Upper Division) 3.60 – 4.39 2.1
Second Class (Lower Division) 2.80 – 3.59 2.2
Third Class (Pass) 2.00 – 2.79 Pass
11.3 Calculation of Cumulative Grade Point Average
The grade point average (CGPA) shall be calculated using the following formula:

𝑛
𝑖=1 𝑃𝐺𝑖 𝑥 𝐶𝑈𝑖
𝐶𝐺𝑃𝐴 = 𝑛
𝑖=1 𝐶𝑈𝑖

Where GP, is the Grade Point Score in the Module; 𝑖, 𝐶𝑈𝑖 is the number of Credit Units of
modules i, and n is the number of modules taken in that semester or semester recess. CGPA
is calculated using a formula similar to the above, but n is the number of module taken from
the beginning of the program up to the time when the CGPA is being calculated less
modules that do not count towards the CGPA. Thus;
a) Multiplying the grade point (GP) obtained in each Module by the Credit Units
assigned to the Module to arrive at the Weighted Score for the Module.
b) Adding together the Weighted Scores for all the Modules taken up to that time.
c) Dividing the Total Weighted Score by the total number of Credit Units taken
up to that time

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12.0 COURSE CONTENT

FIRST YEAR SEMESTER I

Synopsis
The first year provides a solid foundation in engineering science and it is designed withemphasis
placed on environmental engineering. Core courses include but not limited to Mathematics,
Mechanics, Structures, Materials and thermodynamics. These are taught alongside other Faculty
disciplines and encourage interaction between students of all engineering disciplines. Key design
skills including sketching, drawing, and model making and computing, along with personal skills in
observation, critical thinking, teamwork and communication are introduced through Laboratory
work.

BUSINESS COMMINUCATION FOR ENGINEERS

Course Code and Name: TMME 1101: Business Communication for Engineers
Level: Year I semester I
Credit units: 3 CU
Contact hours: 45 Hours

Brief Course Description

This course provides students with enhanced skills to effectively communicate with their peers,
subordinates, superiors in the workplace and other business institutions. These skills include verbal,
written, and non-verbal gestures. It gives emphasis on extemporizing their command of English
language in the areas of reasoning, writing and expressions.

Course Objectives:
This course will equip students with improved skills in:
(i) Reading, writing and disseminating of information;
(ii) Writing Technical Business Letters for industries;
(iii) Collecting and synthesizing information;
(iv) Critical thinking and problem solving;
(v) Utilizing the Library and other Educational resources.

Learning Outcomes:
On completion of this course, the student will be able to effectively:
(i) Read, write and disseminate information;
(ii) Write Technical Business Letters and reply to business enquiries;
(iii) Collect and synthesize information;
(iv) Generate solutions using critical thinking and problem solving skills;
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Detailed Course Outlines:
Chapter Hours
1. Interpersonal Skills: Interactions, teamwork, office dynamics, meetings norms, 3
communications etiquette
2. Writing Skills: Grammar and sentence construction, Be aware of the different 6
meanings of the homophones. writing notes, minutes taking and Agenda drafting,
Business and the Community
3. Technical Writing: Techniques of writing scientific Articles and Research Papers.
Seminar and workshop Paper Presentation. Technical Notes taking. 6
4. Communication in Business: Writing business letters; enquiries, preparing
application letter, sending invoice, asking for a quote and complaining to a supplier, 9
managing customers, Sales and Marketing Management,
5. Managerial Writing: -Office Correspondence, Memo-writing Critical reading, 3
interpretations, making summaries, indexing, library usage skills and citations
referencing. CV design
6. Oral Presentations: Visual and Multimedia presentations making speeches, Art of 9
persuasion, interviews techniques and public speaking
7. Examinations Skills: preparing for examinations, writing examinations (Questions 3
and Answer approaches)
8. Case Studies: Topical issues will be chosen. These could be in business management,
politics, societal, Journal items, 6
9. Students will be required to produce a mini-report of at least 3000 words

Mode of Delivery:
Through Lectures, Demonstrations, peer discussions and Case Studies

Mode of Assessment:
Assessment is through Assignment 15%, Test 25%, Examinations 60% Total 100%
Study Materials:
Mary Ellen Guffey, Dana Loewy (2012), Essentials of Business Communication Paperback –
Cengage Learning; 9thed. ISBN-13: 978-1111-8212-2-7 / ISBN-10: 1111-8212-2-4

Roy M. Berko, Andrew D. Wolvin, Darlyn R. Wolvin ( 2012), Communicating: A Social, Career,
and Cultural Focus, – 12th Ed. Pearson; ISBN-13: 978-0205029419 / ISBN-10: 0205029418

Chuck Sandy, Curtis Kelly, Neil J. Anderson (2009), ACTIVE Skills for Communication 2: Student
Text/Student Audio CD Pkg. – Heinle Cengage Learning, ISBN-13: 978-1424009091 / ISBN-10:
142400909X .

David Crosby, (2006) Business Letters made easy, 1st Ed. Lawpack Publishing Limited, London,
ISBN: 978-1-904053-87-3, ISBN: 1-904053-87-4.

Pandey, O. N., (2013) Technical Writing, S.K. Kataria & Sons, ISBN: 9789350
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ENGINEERING MATHEMATICS I
Course Code and Name: TCEM 1101: Engineering Mathematics I
Course Level: Year I Semester I
Credit Unit: 3 CU
Contact Hour: 45 Hours

Brief Course Description:

This course will introduce students to basic mathematical concepts that are commonly
applied in environmental engineering and other applications.
Course Objectives
This course will enable students to:
(i) Be familiar with mathematical concepts and their application in environmental
engineering based application
(ii) Identify problems that can be solved using mathematical techniques
(iii) Develop a rationale for decision making based on mathematical solutions;
(iv) Use graphical representation of mathematical concepts
Learning Outcomes
At the end of the course students will be able to:
(i) Apply mathematical concepts to their application in mechanical based
applications
(ii) Interpret mathematical solutions;
(iii) Make informed decision on engineering problems
(iv) construct graphical representations of mathematical concepts, e.g. graphs, tree
diagram, Venn diagrams etc;
Detailed Course Outlines:
Chapter Hours
1. Elements of Mathematics: Set theory. Theory of Relations and Functions. 4
Number Theory. Boolean Algebra;
2. Laws of Boolean Algebra, Logic Statements, Compound Statements, Truth 3
Tables
3. Polynomials: Linear Functions. Graphs of Functions. Roots. Partial Fractions. 4
4. Vector Analysis: Vectors and Scalars. Components of a Vector. Vector Algebra. 4
Laws of Vector Algebra. Vector and Scalar Products.
5. Analytical Geometry: Equations of Lines, Planes, Spheres. Applications to 4
Engineering Problems.
6. Linear Algebra: Systems of Linear Equations Vector Spaces and Subspaces. 4
Basis and Dimension; Linear Dependence, transpose of a matrix, permutations and
combinations, determinants, Eigen values and vectors.

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 7. Matrices; Matrix Algebra, The Identity Matrix, Transpose of a Matrix, Matrices. 4
Elementary Row Operations, Echelon Matrices, Types of Matrices. Determinants;
Permutations, The Determinant, Properties of Determinants, Minors and
Cofactors, Classical Adjoint, Cramer's rule, Eigen Values and Vectors.
8. Systems of Linear Equations, Applications to Systems of Linear Equations, 4
Stress-Strain Analysis.
9. Complex Numbers: Definition. Algebra of Complex Numbers. The Argand 4
Diagram. Representation of a Complex Variable. Function of a Complex Variable.
Powers and Roots. Demoivre's theorem.
10. Hyperbolic Functions. Exponential and Hyperbolic Functions. Application to 4
Engineering Problems: Resolution of Forces, Phasors in Electrical Circuits.
11. Differential Calculus: Limits. The Derivative. Differentiation of One and Several 5
Variables. The Differentiability Theorem. Differentiation of Different Functions.
Maxima and Minima. Partial Differentiation. Higher Order Derivatives.
Applications to Engineering Problems

Mode of Delivery:
Through Lectures, Demonstrations, peer discussions and Case Studies

Mode of Assessment:
Assessment is through Assignment 15%, Test 25%, and written Examinations 60%Total
100%
Study Materials
Bird J.O. and May J. C., (2008) Technician Mathematics 2ndEd.,Longman Scientific and
Technical, London ISBN: 0-582-23424-7

Dass, H. K., (1996), Advanced Engineering Mathematics 7th Ed. S. Chand & Company Ltd,
India ISBN: 81-219-0345-9

Mary Attenborough, (2006) Engineering Mathematics Exposed, 3rd Ed., MacGraw-Hill,

London, ISBN: 0-07-707975-2

Stroud, K. A., (2007) Engineering Mathematics 5th Ed. Palgrave, ISBN: 0-333-91939-4

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INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER SCIENCE
Course Code and Title: TMME 1105: Introduction to Computer Science
Level: Year I Semester I
Credit Units: 3 CU
Contact Hours: 45 Hours

Brief Course Description

Computer science is the scientific and practical approach to computation and its
applications. It is the systematic study of the feasibility, structure, expression, and
mechanization of the methodical procedures (or algorithms) that underlie the acquisition,
representation, processing, storage, communication of, and access to information, whether
such information is encoded as bits in a computer memory or transcribed in genes and
protein structures in a biological cell
Course Objectives
To enable learners acquire knowledge and skills in information literacy and to become
proficient in using computers and information technologies in ICT environment/
management
Learning Outcomes
At the end of the course, learners should be able to:
(i) Interpret information tasks.
(ii) Identify and evaluate information sources.
(iii) Present information in acceptable formats.
(iv) Make minor computer maintenance and troubleshoot.
(v) Explain the techniques involved in computer maintenance and troubleshooting.

Intellectual, Practical and Transferable Skills

(i) Knowledge on interpretation of information tasks
(ii) Knowledge on identification and evaluation of information sources
(iii) Skills in presenting information in acceptable formats
(iv) Skills in identifying access points/ keywords for information search

Detailed Course Outline

Chapter Hours
1) Introduction to Computing: -Overview of modern computer hardware and 4
software components, devices and types; Development in computer technology
2) Basic Computer Architecture and organization, Program structure and Files 4
management. Formatting, back-ups, viruses, basic computer security and safety
techniques
3) Introduction to Operating Systems, Operating Systems concepts. Dynamic 3
memory allocation and dynamic structures
4) Databases: tables, forms, reports, retrieval, querying, macros, linkages 4
relationships. Web browsing and communication.

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 5) Word Processing, mail merge, formatting and styling, editing, graphics, forms. 4
Spreadsheets: Enhancing productivity, Cells, worksheets, composing Formulae,
Add-ins, analyzing financial and statistical data.
6) IT and its related disciplines: Information Systems, Computer Science, computer 3
engineering, components of software engineering.
7) Assembly of hardware: Cables, printers, mouse, CPU, Monitor, Basic Installations
and configurations 3

8) Practical Session (30 hours) 15

Mode of Delivery
Through Lectures, Practical/ Demonstration, Tutorial,

Mode of Assessment
Through Coursework Assignment 5%, Test 10%, Practical 25% and Written Examinations
60% Total100%

Study Materials
Marvin Zelkowitz, (2010), Advances in Computers: Improving the Web,Elsevier Science ISBN:
0123810191 / ISBN-13: 9780123810199

Roselyn Teukolsky, (2013), AP Computer Science, 6th EditionPaperback– Barron, ISBN-13: 978-
1438001524 / ISBN-10: 1438001525

David R. Brooks, (1999), C Programming: The Essentials for Engineers and Scientists
(Undergraduate Texts in Computer Science)Hardcover, ISBN-13: 978-0387986326 / ISBN-10:
0387986324.

Richard Szeliski, (2010), Computer Vision: Algorithms and Applications (Texts in Computer
Science), Springer LondonISBN-13: 978-1848829343 ISBN-10: 1848829345

Joseph Migga Kizza, (2013), Ethical and Social Issues in the Information Age (Texts in Computer
Science), Springer, London, ISBN-13: 978-1447149897 ISBN-10: 1447149890

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ENGINEERING DRAWING
Course Code and Title: TMME 1103: Engineering Drawing
Level: Year I Semester I
Credit Units: 3 CU
Contact Hours: 45 Hours

Brief Course Description

This course exposes learners to the principal means of communication through engineering
drawing. Students will learn that Engineering Drawing is the international language of
engineering in which ideas are expressed exactly; information is conveyed completely and
unambiguously

Course Objectives
The aims of this course is to enable students learn that Engineering drawings are two-
dimensional visual representations of three-dimensional objects and are used as a universal
means of communication in industry. Such drawings must be clear, concise, and accurate.
They should convey, when required:
(i) Information about the shapes and sizes of components,
(ii) Materials requirements, and
(iii) Instructions about the method of manufacture

Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, learners will be able to:
(i) Give all information needed for an engineering drawing.
(ii) Give material specifications of the component drawn
(iii) State manufacturing processes and machining instructions

Detailed Course Outlines

Chapter Hours

1) Introduction to engineering drawing. Aims and purposes of engineering 5

drawing; Communication. Engineering Drawing, Drawing Equipment. Layout of
Drawings. Lettering and Numerals
2) Simple geometrical constructions; Principles of tangency, Organisation. Stages 5
in the Development of a new Product. Sketching
3) Simple plane figures; Transformation of plane figures; Loci and special curves 5
Traces;
4) Principles of orthographic projection; Sectional Views, Points, Lines and Plane 5
Surfaces in space. Auxiliary Views
5) Pictorial Projection First-and Third angle projection practice; First auxiliary 5
projection;
6) Dimensioning of orthographic elevation; Principles of Sectioning; Isometric and 5

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 Oblique objects. Functional Dimensioning, Auxiliary Dimensioning. Principles
of Dimensioning
7) Practical Drawing (30 hours) 15

Mode of Delivery
Through Lectures, Practical/ Demonstration, Tutorial,

Mode of Assessment
Through Coursework Assignment 5%, Test 10%, Practical 25% and end of semester written
Examinations 60% Total100%

Study Materials
Ostrowsky., O., (2002), Engineering Drawing for Engineers, Vol. 2, Edward Arnold,
London, ISBN: 0731-3408-10

Ostrowsky., O., (2000), Engineering Drawing for Technicians, Vol. 1, Edward Arnold,
London, ISBN: 0731-3408-9

David B. Allison, (2001), Engineering Drawing I, A Graded Course, Holmes McDougall,

Edinburgh: ISBN: 0-7157-0876-7

British Standards Institution, (1975), Engineering Drawing Practice. Part 1, General

Principles, Student‟s edition. London, ISBN: 0-580-07407-2

Gill. P., S., (2013), Engineering Drawing (Geometrical Drawing) 12th Ed. S. K. Katara&
Sons, India, ISBN: 978-93-5014-315-5 / ISBN: 81- 85749-62-0

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PRODUCTION TECHNOLOGY
Course Code and Name: TMME 1102: Production Technology
Level: Year 1 Semester I
Credit units: 3 CU
Contact hours: 45 Hours
Brief Course Description
This course on Production Technology exposes students to the technology of castings, machining
processes, joining processes, metal cutting & tool design, engineering metrology, machine tools,
machining systems, automation, jigs and fixtures, material science and dies and mould design.
Course Objectives
The objectives of this course are to enable students:
a) Appreciate the need to plan production processes in the smoothest, most-judicious and
most-economic way.
b) understand work procedures and plan for the entire manufacturing system
c) develop knowledge of engineering practices and be aware of management challenges
related to production
d) manage and optimize flow production processes (information and production flow)
e) Understand the relation between production systems and the environment.
Learning Outcomes
At the end of this course students will be able to:
a) plan production processes in the most economical way
b) plan manufacturing processes in the most efficient way
c) Handle management challenges related to production.
d) Incorporate concepts and quality techniques along all the productive system.
e) Deploy organizational standards for control proceedings and auditing
Detailed Course Description
Chapter Hour
1) Introduction: Mechanical properties of materials and their usage 4
2) Introduction to Foundry; casting, mechanical working, fabrication by joining, 6
machining, design versatility, shape and intricacy
3) Productivity and Human Factors, Ergonomics 4
4) Design, Implement and Refine Products, processes and systems Surface treatment of 5
metals; powder metallurgy
5) Production Planning: Resources and Procedures, 5
6) Production Controland Inventory Control, Inspection and Quality Control: 5

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7) Fitting Tools and Bench Work; Measuring tools and workshop measurements;
Introduction to dimension control and inspection; Machining principles and metal
cutting tools; 8
8) Introduction to Metal Cutting: friction in metal cutting, cutting fluids, forces in 8
metal cutting
Mode of Delivery
The course shall be delivered through Lectures, Practical/ Demonstration, and Tutorials.
Mode of Assessment:
Assessment is through Assignment 5%, Test 20%, Practical 15% and end of semester written
Examinations 60% Total 100%

Study Materials
Singal., R. K., (2011), Production Management, Katara, India, ISBN: 81-89757-25-3
Radford J. D. and Richradson, D. B., (2006), Production Engineering Technology, 3rd Ed.
MacMillan, London, ISBN: 0-333-29397-5 / ISBN:0-333-29398-3 paperback
Haslehurst, M., (2001), Manufacturing Technology, 3rd Ed. Hodder & Stoughton, Sydney, ISBN: 0-
340-26980-4
Singal., R. K., (2012), Production Planning and Control, Katara, India, ISBN: 978-93-5014-048-2

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GENERAL CHEMISTRY
Course Code & Title: TEEM 1101: General Chemistry
Course Level: Year I Semester I
Credit Unit 3 CU
Contact Hours: 45 Hours

Brief Course Description

This course in general and organic chemistry will expose learner to fundamentals of chemistry of
elements and properties of matters. The knowledge will help students in understanding future
courses in Materials Science, Materials Technology and Welding principles and matters pertaining
to the environment.

Course Objectives
To provide an overview and insight into some concepts of physical, organic and inorganic
Chemistry as foundation to Material Science and Welding Principles

Learning Outcomes:
At the end of the course student should be able to
(i) State the fundamental properties of matter, numbers of protons, neutrons and electrons
(ii) Describe the periodic arrangement of elements in the periodic table
(iii) Describe the uniqueness of carbon in the periodic table
(iv) Describe the chemistry of elements along some periods
(v) Calculate the e.m.f of a sample and concentration
Detailed Course Description
Chapter Hours
Introduction to atomic structure and periodic table. Groups and periods of the 5
periodic table. The mole concept and balancing of ionic equations
5
Qualitative treatment of bonding in terms of dot and cross formula. Bond types
covalent, ionic, metallic, Vander Waals hydrogen bonding, shapes of simple molecules
(Orbitals)
5
Equilibrium: Both Chemical and Physical equilibrium, Le-Chateliers principle.
Ionisation of water, acids, bases and salts, pH and buffer solutions, solubility and
products.
Electrochemistry: Introduction to electrochemical processes, half-cell reaction, 5
equilibrium electrode potentials and sign convention e.m.f. of a cell.
Carbon uniqueness in the periodic table. Catenation, Bonding in Carbon compounds. 5
Brief introduction to functional groups chemistry and nomenclature. Chemical and
Physical properties of alkanes, alkenes and alkynes
Halogen Alcohol. Carboxylic acids and benzene. Petroleum, fuels, knocks, actane 5
number and synthetic gasoline

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 Polymers. addition and condensation polymers and copolymers 5
i. Practical will involve investigation of physical and chemical properties of organic 10
compounds and their preparation
ii. Practical will include acid-base and redox titration, measurements of pH and
solubility products
Mode of Delivery:
The course will be delivered through Lectures, Tutorials, Practical

Mode of Assessments:
Through Coursework Assignment 5%, Test 10%, Practical 25% and Examinations 60% Total100%

Study Materials
Jonathan Clayden, Nick Greeves, Stuart Warren and Peter Wothers, (2001) Organic Chemistry,
OUP Oxford ISBN-10: 0198503466/ ISBN-13: 978-0198503460

Peter Atkinsand Julio de Paula, (2006) Atkins' Physical Chemistry, OUP Oxford; 8th edition, ISBN-
10:0198700725/ ISBN-13:978-0198700722

Prof Catherine Housecroft and Alan G. Sharpe, (2007) Inorganic Chemistry, Prentice Hall; 3rd
edition, ISBN-10: 0131755536 / ISBN-13: 978-0131755536

Andrew Burrows,John Holman, Andrew Parsons, Gwen Pilling and Gareth Price (2013)
Chemistry³: Introducing Inorganic, Organic and Physical Chemistry, OUP Oxford; 2nd edition
ISBN-10: 0199691851/ ISBN-13:978-0199691852

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SEMESTER RECESS

INDUSTRIAL TRAINING

Course Code and Title: TMME 1301: Industrial Training I

Course Level: Level I
Course Credit: 4 CU
Contact Hours: 60 Hours

Brief Course Description

Industrial Placement promotes and develops long-term strategic teaching and research alliances
between higher education institutions and industry. It plays a crucial role in promoting and
facilitating practical training by providing students the opportunity to apply advanced knowledge
and skills acquired in the classroom to real world situations and also help students gain exposure to
practical work experience which a knowledge institution (University) may not accord.

Course Objectives
The course aims to enable students:
(i) Understand the different types mechanical and manufacturing technology careers and
their roles in a real world engineering establishments
(ii) Apply and translate mechanical engineering knowledge and best practice to real world
situations
(iii) Acquire teamwork skills essential for industrial assignments, engagement and work
(iv) Learn and practice good working ethics and communication skills with industry based
staff and supervisors.
(v) Acquire teamwork skills with all genders and people with special needs.

Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, the student should be able to:
(i) Explain the different types of mechanical and manufacturing careers and their roles in a
real world manufacturing organizations
(ii) Demonstrate ability to apply and translate mechanical and manufacturing knowledge
and best practice to industry based problems
(iii) Demonstrate creativity and innovation in solving “real life” problems in industry
(iv) Demonstrate soft skills for enhanced effective participation in group based industry
working environment.
(v) Demonstrate and practice good work ethics, communicate effectively and exhibit good
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Detailed Course Outlines
The major areas that will be emphasized during industrial training include but not limited to:
 Orientation to industry, Career Prospects and Human Resource Policy
 Industrial Training (IT) Quality Assurance
 Audit and Review of Industrial Training and Communication policies both of the industry
of attachment and the University‟s policy
 Project Report Writing

Mode of Delivery
The student will receive Mentorship from both Industrial and Academic Supervisors

Course Assessment
Evaluation Report by Industry Based Supervisor 30%
Interview by Academic Supervisor 20%
Written Report 50%
Total 100%

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YEARI SEMESTER II

ENVIRONMENTAL MICROBIOLOGY
Course Code and Title: TEEM 1201: Environmental Microbiology
Level: Year I Semester II
Credit Units: 3 CU
Contact Hours: 45 Hours

Brief Course Description

This course exposes learners to the microbial processes in the environment, microbial communities
and microbial interactions. This includes structure and activities of microbial communities.
Microbial interactions and interactions with microorganisms. Microorganisms and their activities of
environmental and geochemical significance is an important foundation for the course, as is the way
that metabolic processes catalyzed by microorganisms are related to major elemental cycles,
biogeochemical processes and organic contaminant degradation.

Course Objectives
The aim of this course is to enable students understand and have a basic introduction to
microbiology and microorganism and explores their role in shaping the geochemistry of the earth.
The aims of this course are to:
(iv) Introduce microorganisms and methods for their study
(v) Introduce microbial processes of environmental and geochemical significance
(vi) Provide detailed information on the most up to date methods for the study of microbial
communities
(vii) Introduce the analysis of microbial datasets

Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, learners will be able to:
(i) explain the three major lines of living organisms (Archaea, Bacteria, Eukarya) and
understand the differences and similarities between the three groups.
(ii) Explain what bacteria, fungi, protozoa, algae and viruses are and what roles they play in
the geochemical cycling of elements;
(iii) Be aware of the geochemically and environmentally significant processes that are
contributed to by the activities of microorganisms and the environmental factors that
control and limit microbial activities;
(iv) explain what types of microorganisms are found in the air, terrestrial and aquatic
environments;
(v) understand in broad terms the mechanisms microorganisms use to obtain energy for
growth and reproduction, and how these biochemical processes are linked with
geochemical cycling of the elements;
(vi) be able to explain what is meant by an electron donor and terminal electron acceptor;
(vii) understand the geochemical roles and importance of heterotrophs and autotrophs;
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 (viii) know several methods used to identify and enumerate bacteria in natural environments
and also how specific microbial activities in the environment can be measured;
(ix) Be able to interpret geochemistry data sets to identify the impact of microbial
degradation of organic contaminants.
Detailed Course outline
Chapters Hours
1 Introduction: Microorganisms – classification, prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, 3
structure, characteristics, nucleic acids, DNA and RNA, replication, Recombinant
DNA – Genetic Engineering.
2 Methods of study microorganisms 3

3 Microbial growth and Metabolism: Environmental factors, nutrition and 6

metabolism, growth phases, enzymes, carbohydrate, protein, lipids metabolism,
respiration, fermentation, Glycolysis, Kreb‟s cycle, Hexose monophosphate
pathway, significance of energetics. Metabolic diversity of microorganisms.
4 Microbiology of Drinking water: Distribution of microorganisms, indicator 8
organisms, coliforms – fecal coliforms – Ecoli, Streptococcus fecalis and
Clostridium welchii, differentiation of coliforms – significance – MPN index, M.F.
technique, standards. Virus-concentration techniques. Algae in water supplies –
problems and control.
5 Microbiology of Toxic Wastewater Treatment :( microbial processes of 5
environmental significance) Biodegradation of toxic pollutants – alpha oxidation,
beta-oxidation, electrons transport system and oxidative phosphorylation
mechanism, Microbiology of biological treatment Process.
7 Aquatic Microbiology: Ecotoxicology – toxicants and toxicity – factors 5
influencing toxicity, effects, acute, chronic, concentration response relationships,
test organisms, toxicity testing bio-concentration – bioaccumulation – bio-
magnification – bioassay – bio monitoring.
8 Practical and or Field Visits (40) 15

Mode of Delivery
Through Lectures, Practical/ Demonstration, Tutorial,
Mode of Assessment
Through CourseworkAssignment 5%, Test 10%, Practical 25% and Examinations 60%
Total 100%

Study Materials:
Pelczar, Jr, M.J., Chan E.C.S., Krieg, R.Noel., and PelczarMerna Foss, Microbiology,
5thEdition, Tata McGraw Hill Publishing Company Limited, New Delhi, 1996.

Pichai, R. and Govindan, V.S., Edition, Biological processes in pollution control Anna
University, Madras, 1988.
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Stainer, R. Y., Ingrahum, J. L., Wheelis, M. C. and Painter, P. R. General Microbiology,
MacMillan Edition Limited, London, 1989.

ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY FUNDAMENTALS

Course Code and Title: TEEM 1202: Environmental Chemistry Fundamentals
Level: Year I Semester I
Credit Units: 3 CU
Contact Hours: 45 Hours

Brief Course Description

This course exposes learners to the scientific study of the chemical and biochemical
phenomena that occur in natural places. Students will learn and study the sources,
reactions, transport, effects and fates of chemical species in the air, soil and water
environment and the effects of human activity and biological activity on these.
Environmental chemistry is interdisplinary science that includes atmospheric, aquatic and
soil chemistry as well as heavily relying on analytical chemistry and being related to
environmental and other sciences.

Course Objectives
The aims of this course is to enable students learn and study the chemical processes
occurring in the environment. The course will involve the following
(i) understanding how the uncontaminated environment works
(ii) important concepts from chemistry
(iii) understanding the mechanisms that regulate the flow of energy and cycling
materials through natural and man-made ecosystems

Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, learners will be able to:
(i) Thorough understanding of the chemical process and their relations to the
environment
(ii) Understanding of different chemical process in the physical environment

Course Outline
Chapters Hours

1 Principles of Physical Chemistry: Reversible reactions, equilibrium constant, Le- 85

Chatelier principle. Reaction rate. Order and molecularity, Kinetic equations of
different orders, reversible and consecutive reactions, Catalysis-type
characteristics, activation energy, mechanism of catalyst action, acid base
catalysts, Photo catalysis. Adsorption- classification, Adsorption of gases on
solids, , applications, Longmuir theory.

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 2 Principles of Aquatic Chemistry and Bio Chemistry: Water resources, 6
composition and pH of sea water. Humic substances. Aquatic chemical reactions-
microbial redox reaction, iron and manganese bacteria. Nitrogen transformation
bacteria. Enzymes-mechanism and factors influencing enzyme action. Bodegration
-Biodegration of carbohydrates, proteins, fats, oils and detergents. Collidal state-
stability, Kinetic, Optical and electrical properties
3 Environmental Chemicals: Speciation of lead, mercury, arsenic and chromium. 6
Structures and property relationship, fate of organics in the environment
transformation reactions-hydrolysis, elimination, oxidation, reduction and
photochemical transformation. Risk evaluation of environmental chemicals, Toxic
chemicals in the environment, impact on enzymes. Biochemical effects of arsenic,
lead, mercury and pesticide
4 Atmospheric Chemistry:Structure of atmosphere, chemical and photochemical 6
reactions in the atmosphere. Ozone chemistry- formation and depletion of ozone
layer, oxides of nitrogen and sulphur. Acid rain mechanism of formation and
effects. Photochemical smog and sulfurous smog. Greenhouse
5 Fundamentals of analytical PrinciplesAnalysis of water and water quality 7
parameters -concept of pH, measurement of acidity, alkalinity, hardness, residual
chlorine, chlorides, DO, BOD, COD, fluoride and nitrogen. Introduction to
spectral analysis, colorimetry, fluorimety, nephlometry, turbidimetry, absorption
and emission spectral methods.

6 Practical /Field Visits (30) 15

Mode of Delivery
Through Lectures, Practical/ Demonstration, Tutorial,
Mode of Assessment
Through Coursework Assignment 5%, Test 10%, Practical 25% and Examinations 60%
Total100%

Study Materials
Sawyer C. N, McCarty P. L and Parkin G. F, Chemistry for Environmental Engineering and
Science, 5th ed. Tata McGraw-Hill, 2003.

Bhal B. S, Tuli G D and Arun Bhal, Essentials of Physical Chemistry, S. Chand & Co Ltd.
New Delhi, 2003

Arun Kumar De, Environmental Chemistry, 5th ed, New Age International (P) Ltd, New
Delhi

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ENGINEERING MATHEMATICS II
Course Code and Title: TCEM 1201: Engineering Mathematics II
Course Level: Year I Semester II
Credit Unit: 3 CU
Contact Hour: 45 Hours

Brief Course Description:

This course introduces students to basic mathematical concepts that are commonly applied in
environmental engineering and other applications.
Course Objectives:
This course will enable students to:
(i) Be familiar with mathematical concepts and their application in environmental
engineering based application
(ii) Identify problems that can be solved using mathematical techniques
(iii) Develop a rationale for decision making based on mathematical solutions;
Learning Outcomes:
At the end of the course students will be able to:
(i) Apply mathematical concepts to their application in mechanical based applications
(ii) Interpret mathematical solutions;
(iii) Make informed decision on engineering problems

Detailed Course Outlines

Chapter Hours
Integral Calculus: Definite Integrals. Indefinite Integrals. Methods of Integration. 8
Double Integrals. Multiple Integrals. Application of Integration
Ordinary Differential Equations: Definitions. Equations of First Order and Degree. 6
Second Order Equations With Constant Coefficients. Applications of Differential
Equations
Sequences and Series: Sequences. Series. Arithmetic and Geometric Series. Methods of 8
Summation of Finite Series. Convergence Principle for Series. Monotone Real Sequences.
Liebniz Test for Real Series. Tests for Convergence and Divergence of Series
The Binomial Series. Partial Fractions and the Binomial Expansion. Exponential and 8
Related Series. The Logarithmic Series. Power Series. Taylor Series. Uniform
Convergences. Laurent Series. Analyticity at Infinity. Zeros and Singularities. Maclaurin
Series.
Binomial Theorem. Fourier Series; Average Value Fourier Coefficients, Complex Form, 8
Even and Odd Functions. Applications.
Vector Calculus: Vector Functions. Derivatives of Vector Functions. Divergence and 7
Curl of a Vector Function. Line and Surface Integrals. Triple Integrals. Stoke‟s Theorem.
The Divergence (Green‟s or Gauss‟s) Theorem.

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Mode of Delivery:
Through Lectures, Demonstrations, and peer discussions

Mode of Assessment:
Assessment is through Assignments, Tests and end of Semester Examinations. Assignment 15%,
Test 25%, end of semester written Examinations 60% Total 100%

Study Materials:
Bird, J. O. and May, J. C., (2008) Technician Mathematics 2nd Ed, Longman Scientific and
Technical, London ISBN: 0-582-23424-7

Dass, H. K., Advanced Engineering Mathematics (1996), 7th Ed. S. Chand & Company Ltd, India
ISBN: 81-219-0345-9

Mary Attenborough, (2006) Engineering Mathematics Exposed, 3rd Ed., MacGraw-Hill, London,
ISBN: 0-07-707975-2

Stroud,K. A., (2007) Engineering Mathematics 5th Ed. Palgrave, China, ISBN: 0-333-91939-4

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MECHANICS OF SOLIDS FOR ENVIRONMENTALIST
Course Code and Title: TEEM 1203: Mechanics of Solids for Environmentalist
Level: Year I Semester II
Credit Units: 3 CU
Contact Hours: 45 Hours

Brief Course Description

This course introduces students to the fundamental principles and methods of structural mechanics.
Topics covered include: static equilibrium, force resultants, support conditions, analysis of
determinate planar structures (beams, trusses, frames), stresses and strains in structural elements,
states of stress (shear, bending, torsion), statically indeterminate systems, displacements and
deformations, introduction to matrix methods, elastic stability, and approximate methods. Design
exercises are used to encourage creative student initiative and systems thinking.

Course Objectives
To generate Knowledge and understandingof:
(i) Concepts and laws of Mechanics of Deformable Solids and Strength of Materials;
(ii) methods for modeling the behavior of engineering materials;
(iii) various failure mechanisms and the appropriate criteria for their assessment.

Learning Outcomes
At the end of the course the learner should be able to:
(i) generate theoretical predictions for a wide range of simple but practical problems;
(ii) Analyze certain complex problems of particular Mechanical Engineering interest with
emphasis on their importance to safe design.
(iii) Assess the safety and economy of design for key engineering components
Detailed Course Content
Chapters Hours
1 Simple Stress and Strain: Tension, compression, shearing stress and strain, Linear 8
elasticity, Poisson‟s ratio, Hooke‟s law for linear elastic isotropic material,
Equations of static equilibrium, Concept of free body diagram, Composite bars,
Thermal stresses, Stresses on inclined planes, Generalized Hooke's law for 2D and
3D cases, Strain Energy in axial loads, Stress-strain curves: Behavior of common
materials in simple tension and compression test, Concept of factor of safety and
permissible stress, Introduction to plasticity, viscoelasticity, anisotropy and
orthotropic.
2 Principal Stress and Strain: Combined loading, Plane stress and Plane strain, 6
Stress and strain Transformation, Principal stress and maximum shear stress, and
their planes, Concept of equivalent bending and equivalent twisting moments,
Mohr's circle of stress and strain. Theoriesof Elastic Failures:

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3 Members Subjected to Flexural Loads: Theory of simple bending moment and 6
shear force diagrams, Moving loads, Relation between load, shear force and
bending moment.
4 Bending and Shear Stresses in Beam: Bending formula, Section modulus, 8
Distribution of bending stresses. Transverse shear stress, Strain energy in bending,
Combined axial andlateral loads. Thin-walled Pressure Vessels: Stresses in
cylindrical and spherical vessels.
5 Torsion: Torsional shear stress in solid, hollow and stepped circular shafts, angular 10
deflectionand power transmission capacity, Strain energy in torsion, Stresses in
members subjected toCombined axial, bending and torsional loads.
6 Columns and Struts: Equilibrium, buckling and stability, Short, long and 7
intermediate columns, Euler‟s formula for crippling load for columns, different end
conditions, equivalent length, Eccentric loading Rankine formula

Mode of Delivery:
Through Lectures, Demonstrations, peer discussions and Case Studies

Mode of Assessment:Assessment is through Assignment 15%, Test 25%, Examinations 60%

Total 100%

Study Materials
Beer, Johnston, Dewolf and Mazurek, Mechanics of Materials, Tata McGraw Hill.
Crandall, Dahl and Lardner,An Introduction to the Mechanics of Solids, Tata McGraw Hill.

Crandall, S. H., Dahl, N.C., and. Lardne T. J, (2013) An Introduction to the Mechanics of Solids

Stephen Crandall, Thomas Lardner (2010), An Introduction to the Mechanics of Solids: Second
Edition with SI Units 2nd Edition, ISBN-13: 978-0072380415/ ISBN-10: 007238041

Stephen H Crandall, Norman C Dahl, Thomas J Lardner, Dr. M S Sivakumar, (2012), An

Introduction to Mechanics of Solids: (In SI Units), 3ePaperback–

Stephen Harry Crandall, Norman C. Dahl (2011), An Introduction to the Mechanics of Solids ...
Edited (McGraw-Hill Series in Engineering Sciences

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MATERIAL SCIENCE
Course Code and Title: TMME 1204: Material Science
Level: Year II Semester I
Credit Units: 3 CU
Contact Hours: 45 Hours

Brief Course Description

This course introduces the student to the study of the structural and functional properties of
materials. It focuses on the factors inherent within materials that influence their properties.
Material science is a multidisciplinary subject that draws upon and feeds back to the learning in
just about every field of science and engineering in some way or another placing the subject in a
central role to many of the activities in these related subjects.

Course Objectives
All engineering disciplines need to know about materials, the objectives of this course are to enable
a learner to:
(i) be able to select a material for a given use based on considerations of cost and
performance.
(ii) understand the limits of materials and the change of their properties with use.
(iii) be able to create a new material that will have some desirable properties.

Learning Outcomes
At the end of the course the student should be able to:
(i) select a material for a given use based on considerations of cost and performance.
(ii) explain the limits of materials and the change of their properties with use.
(iii) create list of materials that will have some desirable properties.

Detailed Course Outlines

Chapter Hours
1. Atomic Structure and Chemical Bonding. Industrial chemical reactions. 3
2. Freezing of metals and alloys; Crystalline and non-crystalline material structure. 4
3. Imperfections in Crystals; Elastic and plastic deformation of materials. 6
Strengthening mechanisms for material structure; Equilibrium diagrams
4. Electrical Conductivity and Resistivity of materials; Semi-conductor materials 6
and their properties. Dielectric materials (Insulators); Magnetic properties of
materials.
5. Fracture of Materials; Effect of fatigue and creep on the failure of materials in 4
service. Diffusion: Fick‟s laws and application of diffusion in sintering, doping
of semiconductors and surface hardening of metals.
6. Oxidation and Corrosion Control Methods; Attack on polymeric materials; 3

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 7. Radiation Damage on Materials; Macro-and Micro-examination of materials; 4
Non-destructive testing of metals. Metals and Alloys: Solid solutions, solubility
limit, phase rule, binary phase diagrams, intermediate phases, intermetallic
compounds, iron-iron carbide phase diagram, heat treatment of steels, cold, hot
working of metals, recovery, recrystallization and grain growth. Microstructure,
properties and applications of ferrous and non-ferrous alloys.
8. Practical Lesson (30 hours) 15

Mode of Delivery
Through Lectures, Tutorial and Practical Lessons

Mode of Assessment
Through Coursework Assignment 5%, Tests 10%, Practical 25% and end of Semester written
Examination 60%. Total 100%

Study Materials
William D. Callister Jr., David G. Rethwisch (2009), Materials Science and Engineering: An
Introduction, 6th Ed. John Wiley, New York.ISBN-13: 978-0470419977 ISBN-10: 0470419970

Russell C. Hibbeler (2013) Mechanics of Materials 9th Ed. Hardcover, ISBN-13: 978-0133254426 /
ISBN-10: 0133254429

Ferdinand Beer, E. Russell Johnston Jr., John DeWolf and David Mazurek (2014) Mechanics of
Materials 7th Ed., Hardcover –ISBN-13: 978-0073398235 / ISBN-10: 0073398233

William D. Callister, David G. Rethwisch (2013), Materials Science and Engineering: An

Introduction 7th Ed. John Wiley, New York.ISBN-13: 978-1118324578 ISBN-10: 1118324579

Yunus Cengel, John Cimbala (2013), Fluid Mechanics Fundamentals and Applications ISBN-13:
978-0073380322 / ISBN-10: 0073380326

Meriam, J. L. L. G. Kraige (2012), Engineering Mechanics: Dynamics 7th ed. John Wiley, New
York. ISBN-13: 978-0470614815 ISBN-10: 0470614811

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COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN FOR ENVIRONMENT
Course Code and Title: TEEM 1205: Computer Aided Design for Environment
Level: Year I Semester II
Credit Units: 4 CU
Contact Hours 60 Hours

Brief Course Description

The course introduces and exposes students to Computer Aided Design (CAD). The topics covered
include sketching drawing of lines, curves and loci: orthographic, projection, isometric and oblique
techniques; sectional views and aspects engineering. The course also introduces students to
elements of design, especially in the part played by computer aided drawing and design.

Course Objectives
The course aims to:
(i) Provide a fundamental understanding of how contemporary drawing and design
software works and how much time/effort is required to complete different tasks
(ii) Enable the student to present objects in form of drawing.
(iii) Equip the learners with skills to interpret Engineering Drawings
(iv) Enable the learners to use AutoCAD in Drawing and Design work

Learning Outcomes
At the end of the course, learners should be able to:
(i) Able to express engineering designs using professionally accepted practices and
conventions
(ii) Apply engineering drawing principles and competently produce, modify or reproduce
computer engineering drawings
(iii) Interpret computer engineering drawings
(iv) Be able to thoroughly understand engineering drawings generated by others.

Detailed Course Outlines

Chapter Hours
1) Introduction to Computer Design Packages 4
2) Interfacing with GUI and drawing tools and Symbols applications. Introduces 4
engineering drafting and graphical communication
3) Principlesand types of Drawing using Computer software, Application of drafting 4
standards and structure
4) Creating and modifying basic drawings in 2D and 3D drafting in AutoCAD 5

5) Introduction to reading plan sets and creating portions of plan sets applied to civil 3
and environmental engineering fields.
6) Parts assembly 10
7) Practical sessions (60 Hours) 30

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Intellectual, Practical and Transferable Skills developed
Learners upon graduating will be able to
 Create and save custom content of drawings
 Produce detail part and assembly models
 Create multiple dimensions with minimal input
 Create design with AutoCAD design and documentation software.
 Carry out speed documentation and detailing work with productivity tools.
AutoCAD:
 AutoCad 2010 Fundamentals – Part 1, Student Guide, ASCENT (2009).
 AutoCad 2010 Fundamentals – Part 2, Student Guide, ASCENT (2009).
 AutoCad 2010 Advanced Student Guide ASCENT (2009).
 AutoCad 2010 3D Drawing & Modeling Student Guide, ASCENT (2009).
 Mastering AutoCad 2010, George Omura, Sybex (2009).
 AutoCad Secrets Every User Should Know, Dan Abbott, Sybex (2007).

Civil 3D:
 Introducing AutoCad Civil3D 2010, J. Wedding, R. Graham, Sybex (2009).
 Mastering AutoCad Civil3D 2010, J. Wedding, S. McEachron, Sybex (2009).
 Learning AutoCad Civil 3D 2010, Autodesk (2009).


Mode of Delivery
Through Lectures, Demonstration, Practical work and mentoring

Mode of Assessment
Through; Coursework Assignment 5%, Tests 10%, Practical Drawing 25% and end of semester
Examination 60%

Study Materials
Gill, P. S., (2013) A text book of Machine Drawing, Engineering1stEd., S. K. Kataria& Sons. ISBN:
978-93-5014-416-9

Gill, P. S., (2013), Engineering Graphics and Drafting, S. K. Kataria & Sons. ISBN: 81-85749-61-
2

Khushdeep Goyal, (2013) Computer Aided Design and Manufacturing, S. K. Kataria & Sons.
ISBN: 978-93-5014-471-8

Khushdeep Goyal, (2013) Fundamentals of Computer Aided Design, S. K. Kataria & Sons. ISBN:
978-93-5014-452-7

Sadhu, S. (2014), Computer Aided Design, S. K. Kataria& Sons. ISBN: 978-93-5014-196-0

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SECOND YEAR SEMESTER I

Year II Semester I

Synopsis
The second year builds on the core engineering science taught in Year one. Mathematics continue
to be taught alongside other disciplines while, structural analysis, materials sciences, soil
mechanics are tailored to environmental engineering needs and applications. A group design
project provides the opportunity to further develop and apply the design skills introduced in Year
1.All modules below are compulsory.

ENGINEERING MATHEMATICS III.

Course Code and Title: TCEM 2101: Engineering Mathematics III
Level: Year II Semester I
Credit Units: 3 CU
Contact Hours 45 Hours

Brief Course Description

This course will introduce the student to the mathematics used in numerical methods, provides a student
with an overview of partial differentiation and develops the skills required to formulate and solve
differential equations

Course Objectives
The course aims to give the student the ability to
(i) Extract solutions for some physical problems,
(ii) Solve ordinary and partial differential equations
(iii) Familiarise students with solving systems of linear equations
(iv) Familiarise the student with methods and use of multivariable differential calculus

Learning Outcomes
At the end of the course the student will be able to:
(i) Analyse both dependence and dimensionality
(ii) Calculate differential calculus of several variables, and partial derivatives, apply the chain
rule, solve 3-D geometric problems, find extreme or constrained extreme values of
functions.
(iii) Explain linear transformations
(iv) Use Laplace transform in solving differential equations involving unit functions and
periodic function

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Detailed Course Outlines:
Chapter Hours
1. Numerical Analysis: Iterative Methods. Solution of Equations by Iteration. Finite
Differences, Interpolation, Numerical Differentiation. Numerical Integration. 6
Numerical Solution of Differential Equations.
2. Integral Transforms: Fourier Transforms; Laplace Transforms; Definitions,
Theorems, The Inverse Laplace Transform. Unit Step Functions. Periodic Functions.
The Dirac Delta Function. Green‟s Functions. Application to Solving Differential 6
Equations. Other Applications
3. Real Analysis: Limits of Functions. Continuity and Differentiability. Mean Value
Theorem. Integrability. The Fundamental Theorem of Calculus. Differentiation and 5
Repeated Integral
4. Partial Differential Equations: Exact First Order Linear Equations. Solution of
First and Second Order Equations By Separation of Variables. Applications to Wave 8
Equation, Heat Equation, Diffusion Equation, Laplace‟s Equation. Statistics: Some
Sampling Techniques. Point Estimation. Properties of Estimators.
5. Interval Estimation. Hypothesis Testing. Chi-square. Contingency Tables. 10
Correlation and Regression Tests.
6. Special Functions: Gamma and Beta functions. Bessel Functions Legendre 10
Functions Elliptical Functions.

Mode of Delivery
Through Lectures, Tutorial and Demonstrations

Mode of Assessment
Through Coursework Assignment 15% Test 25% and end of semester written Examination 60%.
Total100%

Study Materials
Denis G. Zill, (1986) A First Course in Differential Equations with Applications, 3rd Ed. Prindle,
Webber & Schmidt, Boston, ISBN: 0-87150-928-8

Erwin Kreyszig, (2006) Advanced Engineering Mathematics, 9th Ed. John Wiley & Sons, London,
ISBN: 13: 0-471-72879-9

Mary Attenborough, (2006) Engineering Mathematics Exposed, 3rd Ed., MacGraw-Hill, London,
ISBN: 0-07-707975-2

Stroud, K. A., (2007) Engineering Mathematics 5th Ed. Palgrave, ISBN: 0-333-91939-4

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ECOLOGICAL ENGINEERING
Course Code and Title: TEEM 2102: Ecological Engineering
Level: Year II Semester I
Credit Units: 3 CU
Contact Hours: 45 Hours

Brief Course Description

A unified course in fundamental principles of ecology and engineering methods that enables
students to use their engineering training to design and quantitatively evaluate interface
ecosystems and restoration of drastically altered lands to create symbiotic relationships between
humans and the environment. The course content is organized using a systems framework to
provide ecological principles and system theory. These principles and theory are applied to
questions of waste and environmental management and restoration of ecosystems furnishing
students with tools for coping with the complex problems stemming from interactions between
human behaviors and their environment.

Course objectives
The objectives of this course are to enable leaner
(i) Gain knowledge on how ecosystems function.
(ii) Learn more ecology to recognize the extent of engineering impacts on the environment
and to understand environmental constraints
(iii) understand the natural world to understand how sustainable engineering design is
conducted

Course Outcomes
At the end of the course the Student will:
i. Understand the governing principles of the field of ecological engineering and how they
apply to biological engineering
ii. Relate advanced biological, chemical, and physical processes occurring in natural
ecosystems to engineered ecological systems for restoration and water quality
improvement
 Utilize soil and water engineering techniques to
 Design stream and wetland restoration projects
iii. natural treatment systems for groundwater, storm water, and wastewater
iv. Become familiar with implementation techniques recommended for a variety of
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Detailed Course Outline
Chapters Hours

1 Introductions and Definitions of Ecological Engineering 3

2 Concepts and applications of ecological Engineering 3

3 Important Molecular- Scale Biogeochemical Concepts for Ecological 4

Engineering
4 Stream Geomorphology, Stream Ecology 3

5 Stream Restoration Design 3

6 Wetlands, Definitions, Structure and Hydrology, Wetlands soils and 3

Biogeochemistry
7 Macrophyte adaptations to wet soils 3

8 Demise of Wetland ecosystems, Restoration of Wetland Ecosystems, 3

9 Design of wetlands for Wastewater treatment , Implementation of 3

wetlands
10 Storm water, Control Measures, SCM Design, Storm water wetland 3
Design and Storm water Wetland implementation
11 Practical (30 hours) 15

Mode of Delivery
The course will be taught by using Lectures, Tutorials, and Practical /laboratory work.

Mode of Assessment
Through coursework assignment 5%, Tests 10% Practical 25% and end of the semester
examinations 60%.Total 100%.

Study Materials
Dickinson, G., and K. Murphy (1998) Ecosystems: A Functional Approach. London: Routledge.

Smith, R.L. (1996). Ecology and Field Biology, 5th Edition, New York: HarperCollins College
Publishers. Colinvaux, P.A. (1978)

Whitfield, J. (2006) Why Big Fierce Animals Are Rare: An Ecologist's Perspective, Princeton
University Press. In the Beat of a Heart: Life, Energy, and the Unity of Nature, Joseph Henry Press.

Kangas, P.C., 2004: Ecological Engineering. Principles and Practice. Lewis Publ., Boca Raton,

Mitsch, W.J., Jorgensen, S.E. 2004: Ecological Engineering and Ecosystem Restoration. Wiley,
New York,

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PROGRAMMING FOR ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERS
Course Code and Title: TEEM 2103: Programming for Environmental Engineers
Level: Year II Semester I
Credit Units: 3 CU
Contact Hours: 45 Hours

Brief Course Description

This course covers both the basic and advanced features of the C/C++ programming languages,
including syntax, identifiers, data types, control statements, functions, arrays, file access, objects
and classes, class string, structures and pointers. It introduces programming techniques such as
recursion, linked lists and dynamic data structures. The concept and skills of program design,
implementation and debugging, with emphasis on problem-solving, will also be covered.

Course Objectives
The objectives of this course are to:
(i) introduce students to C++ programming language
(ii) introduce students to key concepts of coding, compiling and debugging of computer
programmes for environmental applications
(iii) provide a basis for programming in other simulation and statistical packages likes Matlab
and R software

Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course the learner
(i) should be able to write codes that can be easily run in C++
(ii) compile and run the program and do the necessary debugging
(iii) carry out systems analysis using the Finite element analysis;
(iv) simulate and model engineering problems with Matlab
Detailed Course Outline
Chapter Hours
1 Introduction to Object Oriented Programming: Basic concepts: Class, 6
Object, Method, Message Passing, Inheritance, Encapsulation, Abstraction,
Polymorphism.
2 Object Oriented Concepts Using C++: Classes: Member functions, Friend 7
functions, Constructors, Access functions, Private member functions, class
destructor, static data and function members; Overloading: inline functions, this
operator, overloading various types of operators, conversion operators; the
String Class; Composition and Inheritance:
Hierarchy and Types of Inheritance, protected class members, private versus
protected access, virtual functions and polymorphism, virtual destructors, 3
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 3 Templates and Iterators: function and class templates, container classes, 6
subclass templates, iterator classes; Libraries: standard C++ library, contents of
a standard C headers, string streams, file processing: Files and streams classes,
text files, binary files, classification of files, the standard template library.
4 Data Structures Using C++: Linked lists – Singly linked list, Doubly linked 7
lists, Circular lists, Stacks and Queues priority Queues, Stacks, Queues.
5 Introduction and programming in Matlab 8

6 Plotting and statistical analysis of data in Matlab 8

Mode of Delivery
The course will be taught by using Lectures, Tutorials, and Practical /laboratory work.

Mode of Assessment
Through coursework assignment 5%, Tests 10% practical 25% and end of the semester written
examinations 60%.Total 100%.

Study Materials
Balaguruswamy E.: Object Oriented Programming in C++, McGraw Hill Education (India)

Budd, Timothy, "An Introduction to Object Oriented Programming", Pearson Education.

Deitel and P. J. Deitel. (2005). C++ How to Programme. Pearson International, Prentice Hall, New
Jersey, US.

Hubbard, John., Programming with C++ , McGraw Hill Education (India)

Rambaugh James, "Object Oriented Design and Modelling", PHI.

Ravichandra, D., Programming with C++, McGraw Hill Education (India)

Sriram, D. Logcher R.,. Fukda S, (1991), Computer-Aided Cooperative Product Development.

Cambridge, USA. ISBN 3-540-54008-3

Venugopal, K.R., Mastering C++, McGraw Hill Education (India)

William Stallings. (2000). Data and Computer Communications. (6th Ed). Prentice Hall
International Inc.

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ENVIRONMENTAL ECOTOXICOLOGY MANAGEMENT
Course Code and name: TEEM 2104: Environmental Ecotoxicology Management
Level: Year II, Semester I
Credit Units: 3 CU
Contact Hours (CH): 45 Hours
Brief Course Description
This course exposes the student to the importance of various environmental issues they will be
operating in as Engineers and to be aware of the impact of engineering activities on the world
environment

Course Objectives
The objectives of this course are to:
(i) Teach and educate engineering student on various environmental issues
(ii) Make the learners know the methods of monitoring the environment
(iii) Know how to analyses and implement an environmental impact assessment
(iv) Know and be knowledgeable on environmental legislation in Uganda and international
laws on the environment
(v) Be aware of ISO 1400 series/ standards and where to find information and implementation
procedures of these standards.
Learning Outcomes
At the end of the course the learner should be to:
(i) Acquainted with the knowledge of the various environmental issues in relation to the
automotive and power engineering
(ii) knowing the methods used for monitoring the environment
(iii) able to analyse and implement an environmental impact assessment
(iv) knowledgeable on environmental legislation in Uganda and international laws
(v) aware of ISO 14000 series /standards and where to find information and implementation
procedures of these standards
Detailed Course Description
Chapter CH

1) Introduction to Environmental challenges: Global and national environmental 6

trends (address the need for industrial environmental management) Air pollution,
Water Pollution and Land pollution, Noise Pollution control.. Type of pollutants.
2) Wastewater and domestic sewerage impacts to the environment. Ozone depletion 4
and the greenhouse gases effect. Hazardous substances and Natural disasters.
3) Design and control technologies for Solid waste management and disposing 4
technologies.
4) Sustainable Development: Definitions, balancing economic, social and 6
environmental issues. Benefits of sustainable development. Renewable Energy
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 5) Environmental Management Systems (EMS): What EMS is? Introduction to ISO 8
14000 series: Case Studies on setting of an Environmental policy, Legal
requirements, establishing Objectives and targets. Environmental management plan
etc.
6) Environmental Legislation in Uganda and the outside World. Methods of 6
enforcing environmental policies and plans. Consider:- the Constitution of Uganda,
Environmental Conservation Act., Conservation of Agricultural Resources Act.
National Environmental Management Authority Act Environmental Impact
Assessment (EIA) and Auditing. EIA and the Law, The need for and value of EIA.
Case studies on EIA
7) Ecotoxicology of Metals and metalloids. Ecotoxicology of Oil and Gas by- 11
products. Genotoxicity.
Mode of Delivery
This course shall be taught through Lectures, Demonstrations, and peer discussions.
Mode of Assessment
The course shall be assessed according to Table below:
Assessment Contribution to final mark
Assignments 15%
Tests 25%
Final Examination 60%
Total 100%

Study Materials
Godfrey Boyle, (2004), Renewable Energy, 2nd Ed. Oxford, ISBN: 0-019-926178-4
EPA (2002) Guidelines on the Information to be contained in Environmental Impact Statements,
EPA, ISBN: 1-84-095085-4
Gerard Kiely, (2007), Environmental Engineering, McGraw-Hill, Inc. ISBN 0-07-709 1292./ ISBN:
0-07-709127-2
Khanna, O. P. (2003), Industrial Engineering and Management, 2nd Edition. Dhanpartrai & Sons.
1682, Naisarak, Delhi-110006
Howard S. Peavy, Donald R. Rowe, George Tchobanoglous, (2006), Environmental Engineering,
MacGraw-Hill, London, ISBN: 0-07-100231-6
EPA, Advice Notes on current practice: in the preparation of environmental impact Statements,
EPA. ISBN: 1-84-095118-4

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POLLUTION CONTROL DESIGN
Course Code and Title: TEEM 2103: Pollution Control Design
Course Level: Year III Semester I
Credit Units: 3 CU
Contact Hours: 45 Hours

Brief Course Description

The course discusses the sources of pollution and classifies them, measures to control particulates,
gaseous pollutant control, industrial pollution control measures, and indoor air quality management.
The course also covers principles and modern practices employed in the design of engineering
systems for the removal of pollutants. Design of control devices based on physical and chemical
characteristics of polluted gas streams.

Course Objectives
(i) Become familiar with air, water and land pollution legislation and regulation worldwide
(ii) Understand the function and limitations of common gaseous and particulate pollution
control equipment.
(iii) Analyze and design selected types of air, water and land pollution control equipment

Learning Outcomes
By end of this course students should:
(i) The students should be able to design air pollution control systems that meet technical and
economic objectives.
(ii) Describe the function and limitations of gaseous pollution control technique.
(iii) Describe the function and limitations of particulate control techniques.
(iv) Know the basic principles for pollution control
(v) Should be able to provide technical advice on the regulation of industrial pollution

Detailed Course Outline

Chapters Hours
1 Introduction: Sources and classification of Air Pollutants: Natural 3
contaminants-aerosol – gases and vapour. Air quality standards –.

Meteorology and Air Pollution: Atmospheric stability and inversions-mixing 5

height-plume rise estimation – effluent dispersion theories - Isokinetic sampling
– Modelling

2 Control of Particulates: Objectives – Filters, gravitational, centrifugal – 6

multiple type cyclones, prediction of collection efficiency, pressure drop, wet
collectors, Electrostatic Precipitation theory particle charging-particle collection
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3 Gaseous Pollutant Control: Absorption: principles, description of equipment- 8
packed and plate columns, design and performance equations. Adsorption:
principal adsorbents, equipment descriptions – PSA – adsorption cycle-solvent
recovery system-continuous rotary bed-fluidized bed, Design and performance
equations.

Condensation: contact condensers-shell and tube condensers, design and 6

performance equation. Incineration: hydrocarbon incineration kinetics,
equipment description, design and performance equations.

4 Control Measures for Industrial Applications: Control methods – Processes 8

based control mechanisms – mineral products – asphaltic concrete, cement
plants and glass manufacturing plants; Thermal power plants, Petroleum
refining and storage plants, Fertilizers, Pharmaceuticals and wood processing
industry. Field Study.

5 Indoor Air Quality Management: Noise Standards; measurement, control and 3

preventive measures, indoor air quality measures and management

6 Noise Pollution and Impact Health: Acoustical concepts: Sound its 5

propagation in gases (air), liquids and solids. Effects of noise to the people and
environment; Effects on people‟s performance; Noise standards and limits;
International and National Standard; Legal implications of noise control
requirements: Noise impact assessment; Noise control techniques.

Modes of Delivery
The course will be taught by using Lectures and Tutorials,

Mode of Assessment
Through coursework assignment 15%, Tests 25% and end of the semester written examinations
60%.Total 100%.

Study Materials
Richard W. Boubel “Fundamentals of Air pollution”, Academic Press, New York,1994.

Noel de Nevers, (1995).Air Pollution control Engineering, McGraw Hill, New York,

M.N. Rao, 1989 “Air Pollution” Tata McGraw Hill,

Cooper, C.D. and Alley, F.C..(2002)Air Pollution Control: A Design Approach. Illionois:
Waveland Press, Inc

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Course Code and Title: TMME 2105: Welding & Fabrication
Level: Year II Semester I
Credit Units: 3 CU
Contact Hours: 45 Hours

Brief Course Description

This course exposes the student to the field of metallurgy of welding and the influence of
Electronic controls in transforming the capabilities of welding power sources. The modern
welding power sources have made it possible to apply the optimum pattern of current flow to a
great variety of applications, and in addition the electronic devices themselves have set up radically
new requirements in joining technology.
Course Objectives
The objectives of this course are to enable the student:
(i) Understand the health and safety regulations and requirements for Workshop
operations.
(ii) Know how to prepare joints for welding
(iii) Have an in-depth knowledge on the effect of surface bonding of materials and joints
(iv) Develop understanding of Metallurgical Effects of the Weld Thermal Cycle
(v) Understand the Behaviour of Welds in service due to Crack growth and propagation
Learning Outcomes
At the end of this course, the student should be able to:
(i) Work and observe the health and safety regulations and requirements for Workshop
operations.
(ii) prepare joints for welding operations
(iii) the impact of surface bonding of materials and joints
(iv) explain the metallurgical Effects of the Weld Thermal Cycle
(v) Understand the causes of Crack growth and propagation

Detailed Course Outlines

Chapter Hours
1. General Health & Safety in workshop and on site, fluxes and corrosion, 4
energy sources solidification of welding pool marketing, location, setting out,
layout and planning of work
2. Thermal Cutting by the oxy fuel gas process. Preparation of joints, edge 3
preparation. Joint strength and efficiency.
3. The Effect of Surface Forces on the Bonding of Materials: Structural 4
joints, the cohesion and strength of materials, solid-liquid interactions.
Surface effects in fusion welding
4. Composite Fabrications. Universal sheet metal working. Bending and 6
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 Soldering, Brazing
5. Metallurgical Effects of the Weld Thermal Cycle: Gas-metal equilibria.
Gas-metal reactions in welding. The Mechanism of gas absorption in 9
welding. Porosity, Diffusion. Dilution and uniformity of the weld deposit.
Weld pool solidification. Weld cracking. Metallurgical effects in the parent
and solidified weld metal
6. Fusion Welding Processes: the development of fusion welding, the nature 6
of fusion welding. Types of fusion-welded joint.
7. Mechanized Processes and Assembly. Fixing methods for sheet materials 5
and structural steel work. Inspection, standards and codes of practice
8. Behaviour of Welds in Service: General. Fast Crack Growth, Slow Crack 5
Propagation. Corrosion of Welds. Assessing the reliability of welded
structures. Destructive and non-destructive testing of fabrications.
Fabrication costing.
9. TIG, MIG and Inert Gas Welding, Stainless Steel Welding 3
10. Practical Lesson (40 Hours) 20
Mode of Delivery
Through Lectures, Tutorial, Practical and Demonstrations
Mode of Assessment
Through Coursework assignment 5%, tests 10%, Practical 25% and end of the Semester written
Examination 60%. Total 100%
Study Materials
Lancaster, J. F., (2004) Metallurgy of Welding, 6th Ed. Chapman & Hall, London: ISBN: 0-412-
47810-2

Davies. A. C. The Science and Practice of Welding Vol. 2, 8th Ed. Cambridge University Press.
ISBN: 0-521-26114-7

North, T. H., Advanced Joining Technologies: Springer, ISBN: 0-412-38600-3, / ISBN 10: ISBN
13: 9780412386008

Nicholas. M. G., Joining of Ceramics. Chapman & Hall, London, ISBN: 0-412-36750-5

de K. Scott Weil , Ivar E. Reimanis , Charles A. Lewinsohn , (2012), Surfaces, Interfaces and
Science of Ceramic Joining, Ebook, John Wiley& Sons, -American Ceramic Society. ISBN-
13:978-1-118-40713-4,/ ISBN:1-118-40713-X

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THERMO-FLUID MECHANICS
Course Code and Title: TEEM 2105: Thermo-Fluid Mechanics
Level: Year II Semester I
Credit Units: 3 CU
Contact Hours: 45 Hours

Brief Course Description

This is an introductory level course dealing with the properties and behavior of fluids in usual
environmental engineering applications. The fundamental principles of continuity, energy and
momentum are introduced and applied to applications that include fluid statics, fluid dynamics,
pipe flows, similarity laws, fluid loading and unsteady flows. The course provides essential
knowledge for the study of natural flow phenomena in rivers, estuaries oceans and the atmosphere.
The thermodynamic will be biased in the view of environmental science and technology. These
are the tools necessary to understand the thermal state of the environment for life support, global
thermal state on earth and the main driver for all atmospheric and oceanic circulations
Course Objectives
The objectives are for the students to become able to:
i. Identify, formulate and solve basic fluid mechanics problems related to fluid statics,
buoyancy, dimensional analysis, pipe networks, open channels and boundary layers while
working individually or functioning on a team;
ii. Conduct experiments, analyze and interpret data, rationally account for differences
between predicted and observed behaviors, and communicate the findings effectively in
concise and complete laboratory reports.
iii. Learn about heat engines, as concerned with the thermal properties of their 'working
materials' such as steam, in an effort to increase the efficiency and power output of
engines
iv. Learn about energy transfers in chemical processes and energy exchanges by heat
and work
v. Study Chemical thermodynamics and the role of entropy in chemical reactions.
Learning Outcomes
At the end of this course the student should be able to:
i. Differentiate the different properties of Fluids.
ii. Analyze forces in static Fluids and forces due to fluids in motion
iii. Be able to apply Bernoulli‟s Equation to solve engineering problems
iv. Explain the role of entropy in chemical reactions.
v. Undertake experimental evaluation of thermal plant and energy systems.
vi. Evaluate fluid properties manually and computationally by using the equation of state,
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Detailed Course Outlines
Chapters Hours

1 Fluid properties, fluid statics concepts, hydrostatics, measurement of static 5

pressure of fluid; classification of manometers; pressure on a simple plane surface
immersed in a static uncompressed fluid. characteristics of laminar and turbulent
flow continuity, momentum and energy equations, Use of Darcy and Chezy
Formulae, Losses of energy in pipeline, pipeline problems
2 The Zeroth Law, pressure and temperature, thermodynamic behavior and 3
properties of a pure substance. the work interaction, properties of gases and
liquids, equations of state
3 Steady Heat Conduction: steady heat conduction in Plane Walls, Thermal contact 4
resistance, heat conduction in cylinders, heat conduction in Cylinders and Spheres
Fourier's law. Steady and unsteady thermal conduction. Heat transfer coefficients.
Heat exchangers
4 First Law, energy and the heat interactions, analysis for flow and non-flow 4
processes: Internal energy and enthalpy; Steady flow systems: solution to energy
balance problems, and thermo-chemical effects. Prerequisite: Fluid flow
measurement and control, Gates, Notches, Weirs, Orifices and mouth pieces
Second Law and its corollaries, Entropy, availability, irreversibility: Second law 4
analysis of systems.
5 Equations of fluid flow in pipes and open channels, and flow-through porous 4
media. These principles are applied to pipe and open channel flows: steady pipe
flows, uniform and gradually-varied flow in open channels; sluice gates, weirs and
hydraulic jumps, unsteady flows.
6 Open Channel Hydraulics. Energy Equations, flow (e.g. laminar vs. turbulent, 6
steady vs. unsteady, 1, 2, or 3-dimensional) use momentum and energy equation to
solve fluid flow problems understand the factors affecting fluid flows in pipes and
open channels, sub and super critical open channel flows
7 Hydrodynamics Machines: Pumps, Turbines Open Thermodynamic systems 5
Analysis and Relations between properties of vapour power cycles; Carnot cycle;
Otto, diesel, dual and joule cycles; Stirling and Brayton cycles.
8 Practical (20 hours) 10

Mode of Delivery
Through Lectures, Tutorials and Practical lessons

Mode of Assessment
Through coursework assignment 5%, Tests 10% Practical 25% and end of the semester written
examinations 60%. Total 100%

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Study Materials
Boxer George., (2009), Applications of Engineering Thermodynamics, Macmillan, Hong
Kong., ISBN: 0-333-24354-4

Goodger. E. M., (1994), Principles of Engineering Thermodynamics, Macmillan, London,

ISBN: 0-333-15694-3

Khurmi R. S. (2001), A textbook of Hydraulics, Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulics Mechanics,

Chand & Co., 736 Ram Nagar, New Delhi-110055, ISBN 81-219-0162-6.

Meriam, J. L., Kraige, L. G. (2012), Engineering Mechanics: Dynamics, John Wesley, London.
ISBN-13: 978-0470614815 ISBN-10: 0470614811.

Mohanhy A K. (2000), Fluid Mechanics, 2nd Edition, Prentice-Hall of India New Delhi-110001,
ISBN 81-203-08948.

Raisinghania M. D. (2002), Fluid Mechanics with Hydrodynamics, S. Chand and Company Ltd,
Ram Nagar, New Delhi-110055. ISBN 81-219-0869-8.

Sonntag, Borgnakke, and Van Wylen, (2003) Fundamentals of Thermodynamics 6th Edition,
John Wiley & Sons, New York ISBN:

Spalding D. B., and Cole, E., H., (2004), Engineering Thermodynamics, 3rd Ed. S.I. Units,
Edward Arnold, London. ISBN: 0-7131-331-4-7

Victor L Streeter, E. Benjamin Wylie (1983), Fluid Mechanics, 1st Edition, McGraw-Hill
International Book Co. ISBN 07-066578-8,

Vijay Gupta, Santosh. K. Gupta (1997), Fluid Mechanics and its Applications, New Age
International (P) Ltd, Publishers, ISBN 0 85226 342 2.

Yunus A. Çengel, (2006) Heat and Mass Transfer: A Practical Approach, 3rd Ed. SI Units,
McGraw-Hill, London ISBN: 10-007-125739-x, ISBN: 13: 978-007-125739-8

Yunus Cengel, John Cimbala (2013), Fluid Mechanics Fundamentals and Applications ISBN-13:
978-0073380322 / ISBN-10: 0073380326

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SEMESTER RECESS

INDUSTRIAL TRAINING II

Course Code and Title: TMME 2301: Industrial Training II

Level: Year II semester I
Course Credit: 4 Hours
Contact Hours 60 Hours

Brief Course Description

Industrial Placement promotes and develops long-term strategic teaching and research alliances
between higher education institutions and industry. It plays a crucial role in promoting and
facilitating practical training by providing students the opportunity to apply advanced knowledge
and skills acquired in the classroom to real world situations and also help students gain exposure to
practical work experience which a knowledge institution (University) may not accord.

Course Objectives
The course aims to enable students:
(i) Understand the different types mechanical and manufacturing technology careers and their
roles in a real world engineering establishments
(ii) Apply and translate mechanical engineering knowledge and best practice to real world
situations
(iii) Acquire teamwork skills essential for industrial assignments, engagement and work
(iv) Learn and practice good working ethics and communication skills with industry based staff
and supervisors.
(v) Acquire teamwork skills with all genders and people with special needs.

Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, the student should be able to:
(i) Explain the different types of mechanical and manufacturing careers and their roles in a
real world manufacturing organisations
(ii) Demonstrate ability to apply and translate mechanical and manufacturing knowledge and
best practice to industry based problems
(iii) Demonstrate creativity and innovation in solving “real life” problems in industry
(iv) Demonstrate soft skills for enhanced effective participation in group based industry
working environment.
(v) Demonstrate and practice good work ethics, communicate effectively and exhibit good
interpersonal skills with work-mates.

Detailed Course Outlines

The major areas that will be emphasized during industrial training include but not limited to:
 Orientation to industry, Career Prospects and Human Resource Policy
 Industrial Training (IT) Quality Assurance
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  Audit and Review of Industrial Training and Communication policies both of the industry
of attachment and the University‟s policy
 Project Report Writing

Mode of Delivery
The student will receive Mentorship from both Industrial and Academic Supervisors

Course Assessment
Evaluation Report by Industry Based Supervisor 30%
Interview by Academic Supervisor 20%
Written Report 50%
Total 100%

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YEAR II SEMESTER II

PROBABILITY AND STATISTICS

Course Code and Title: TMME 2201: Probability and Statistics

Level Year IISemesterII
Credit Units: 3 CU
Contact Hours: 45 Hours

Brief Course Description

The course emphasis on the probability models used in environmental engineering and elsewhere.
The topics covered include samples, Probability, random variables, mathematical expectation,
discrete and continuous distributions, estimation theory, test of hypotheses, and introduction to
standard experimental design.

Course Objective
This course introduces students to various aspects of statistical analysis. The objective is to expose
the students to elements of probability and probability distributions, and statistical inference which
may be required in analyzing research project data.

Learning Outcomes
At the end of this course the learner will be able to:
(i) Identify, formulates, and solves engineering problems. Measurable:
(ii) understand what is needed
(iii) formulate problems mathematically
(iv) build on fundamental knowledge and apply it to new situations

Detailed Course Outline

Chapter Hours

Probability: Probabilities, Events, Union, Intersection, Conditional Probability, Bayes' 3

Theorem, Counting Techniques

Random Variables and Probability Distributions: Discrete and Continuous 3

Distributions, Expectation, Variance, Combinations and Functions, Joint Distributions,
Correlation, Covariance

Discrete Probability Distributions: Binomial, Geometric, Negative Binomial, 4

Hypergeometric and Poisson Distributions

Continuous Probability Distributions: Uniform, Exponential, Gamma and Weibull 4

Distributions
Normal Distribution: Probability Calculations, Linear Combinations, Normal 4

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 Approximation to Binomial Distribution, Central Limit Theorem
Descriptive Statistics: Data Presentation, Charts, Histograms, Sample Statistics, Mean, 4
Median, Variance, Coefficient Of Variation, Outliers, Percentiles
Random Sampling, Statistical Estimation And Sampling Distributions: Point 4
Estimates And Their Properties, Sampling Distributions, Construction Parameter
Estimates
Inferences on a Population Mean: Confidence Intervals, Hypothesis Testing (Variance 4
known/unknown)
Comparing Two Population Means: Two Independent Samples Confidence Intervals 6
and Hypothesis Testing, Paired Samples

Test of Hypotheses: 4
Simple Linear Regression and Correlation: Regression, Inferences on the Slope 6
Parameter, Prediction Intervals, Coefficient of Determination, Residual Analysis,
Correlation Analysis
Experimental Engineering Design 6

Quality Controls Methods: Statistical Process Control, Variable Control Charts, 4

Attribute Control Charts

Mode of Delivery
The course will be taught by using Lectures, Tutorials and Tutorials.

Mode of Assessment
Through coursework assignment 15%, Tests 25%and end of the semester written
examinations 60%.Total 100%.

Study Materials
Anthony Hayter (2004) Probability and Statistics for Engineers and Scientists, 4th ed.,
Stroud, K. A., (2007) Engineering Mathematics 5th Ed. Palgrave, ISBN: 0-333-91939-4

Mary Attenborough, (2006) Engineering Mathematics Exposed, 3rd Ed., MacGraw-Hill, London,
ISBN: 0-07-707975-2
Erwin Kreyszig, (2006) Advanced Engineering Mathematics, 9th Ed. John Wiley & Sons, London,
ISBN: 13: 0-471-72879-9

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ENERGY RESOURCES & OIL EXPLORATION
Course Code and Title: TEEM 2201: Energy Resources & Oil Exploration
Course Level: Year II Semester II
Credit Units: 3 CU
Contact Hours: 45 Hours

Brief Course Description

The course introduces students to most types of renewable energy technologies and exhaustible
fossil and biomass theories in the country; petroleum explorations activities, measurement of
properties of reservoir rock and reservoir fluids; methods used in resource exploration; prediction of
the behavior of oil and gas reservoir;

Course Objectives
This course aims to enable learner to:
(i) understand the application of the various renewable energy technologies in urban and
rural areas;
(ii) learn how to carry out low energy based projects in participatory communities;
(iii) understand petroleum explorations activities,
(iv) discover how to measure properties of reservoir rock and reservoir fluids;
(v) explore methods of resource exploration;
(vi) develop skills in predicting the behavior of oil and gas reservoir;

Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, a student should be able to:
(i) apply various renewable energy technologies in urban and rural areas;
(ii) Carry out low energy based projects in participatory communities;
(iii) Develop energy management systems of each urban and rural community;
(iv) Carry out petroleum explorations activities,
(v) Measure properties of reservoir rock and reservoir fluids;
(vi) used methods of resource exploration;
(vii) Predict the behavior of oil and gas reservoir;

Detailed Course Outline

Chapter Hours

Introduction: Energy Demand and consumption, Conventional energy resources, 5

Renewables energy systems.
Petroleum Explorations: Fundamental principles on the drying migration, accumulation 5
and exploitation of petroleum survey, Petroleum prospecting and mapping, Fundamental
principles of drilling fluids Influence of work and fluid properties on the principles of
petroleum recovery..

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 Petro-physics: Measurement of properties of reservoir rock and reservoir fluids. 5
Definition of porosity permeability, fluid saturation capillary pressure, specific gravity,
density, viscosity, surface tension PVT properties and interpretation of PVT reports.

Applied Geophysics: Introduction to geophysical methods used in resource exploration 5

and in investigation of crystal structure. Principles and application of seismology, gravity,
magnetic and heat flow, radioactivity and electrical geochemical and drilling exploration
methods.
Petroleum Reservoir Technology: Quantitative study and prediction of behavior of oil 5
and gas reservoir under primary, secondary and tertiary recovery mechanics, Treatment of
topic industry denotation and solution of the diffusivity equation, Real gas pseudo potential
and application of materials balance equation, water influx calculations

Surface Production Technology: Artificial lift design; plunger lift, and gas lift; Sucker 6
rod pumping, Electric submersible pumping,Design of surface production equipment;Oil
and gas separation;Oil treating; gas dehydration; Single and two-phase flow through
pipes,Fluid measurement; pipeline system design ,
Petroleum Drilling Technology, Fundamental principles of drilling, drilling practices, 6
drilling fluids and drilling problems., Principles of drilling optimization; drilling cost
analysis and control; Rheological properties of drilling fluid Optimizing bit
hydraulics.(Use of software packages in optimized hydraulics, Well control techniques and
cashing seat selection, Special production problems and work over and petroleum
transportation).
Petroleum Mining and Machinery:Air compressor and transmission of compressed air. 4
Drilling and excavating machinery.Fragmentation and ore transportation machineryMine
pump for drainage and ventilation machinery.
Mine Power Plant. Open slopes with pillars, sublevel stopping. Shrinkage stooping cut 4
and fill stopping. Square set stopping. Top slicing and sublevel caving. Block caring

Mode of Delivery
The course will be taught by using Lectures, Tutorials, and Practical laboratory work.

Mode of Assessment
Through coursework Assignment 5%, Tests 10% Practical 25% and end of the semester written
examinations 60%.Total 100%.

Study Materials
Estop TD, Croft Dr. (1990), Energy Efficiency for Engineers and Technologies, Longman. ISBN 0-
582-03184-2

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Domkundwar, Kothandaraman (2000) A course in “Thermal Engineering” SI units, 5th Edition,
Dhanpt Rai Nai Sarak. Delhi-110006.

Anandshukla, Anilmisra & MazharilIsam, (2002) Renewable Energy for Sustainable Development,
BIS-Verlag, ISBN 3-8142-0837-4

George Chakravarthy, Anandshukla, Anilmisra, (2004), Renewable and Rural Electrification, BIS-
Verlag, ISBN 3-8142-0928-1

Gill Wilkins (2002), Technology Transfer for Renewable Energy, James & James Science
publishers Ltd, Free post NAT12094 UK, 8-12 Camden High street, London NY10YA, ISBN 1-
85383-753-9,

Anandshukla, Anilmisra & MazharilIsam, (2002) Renewable Energy for Sustainable Development,
BIS-Verlag, ISBN 3-8142-0837-4

George Chakravarthy, Anandshukla, Anilmisra, (2004), Renewable and Rural Electrification, BIS-
Verlag, ISBN 3-8142-0928-1

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PHYSIO-CHEMICAL TREATMENT
Course Code and Title: TEEM 2202: Physio-Chemical Treatment
Course Level: Year II Semester II
Credit Units: 3 CU
Contact Hours: 45 Hours

Brief Course Description

Water quality objectives and the chemical,physical necessary for designing and managing modern
drinking water and wastewater treatment are discussed in this course. The principles of coagulation,
flocculation, sedimentation, filtration, biological treatment, solids handling, disinfection and
advanced treatment are presented. The course is a basis for more advanced courses, physical and
chemical processes for waste water treatment and waste water treatment plant design.

Course Objectives
(i) Explore the relationship between the natural water cycle and human water use and
understand the principles of water resources planning and total water management
(ii) Describe the physical, chemical and biological processes necessary for designing and
managing drinking water treatment processes and water conveyance and distribution
systems.
(iii) Describe the physical, chemical and biological processes necessary for designing and
managing primary, secondary, tertiary processes and advanced wastewater treatment
processes and solids handing systems.

Learning Outcomes
By end of this course students will:
 Understand and apply the fundamental principles of water supply and waste water
treatment and management.

Detailed Course Outline

No Chapters Hours

1 Classification of Pollutants: Pollutants in water and wastewater – characteristics, 5

Standards for performance Significance of physico-chemical treatment – Selection
criteria-types of reactor- reactorselection-batch-continuous type-kinetics
Physical Treatment Principles: Principles of Screening – Mixing, Equalization – 10
Sedimentation – Filtration – Modeling back washing – Evaporation – Incineration
2 – gas transfer mass transfer coefficient Adsorption – Isotherms – Principles,
kinetics, regeneration membrane separation, Reverse Osmosis, nano filtration,
ultra filtration and hyper filtration electro-dialysis, distillation – stripping and
crystallization – Recent Advances.

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 3 Chemical Treatment Principles: Principles of Chemical treatment – Coagulation 10
flocculation – Precipitation – flotation solidification and stabilization –
Disinfection, Ion exchange, Electrolytic methods, Solvent extraction – advanced
oxidation /reduction – Recent Trends

4 Design of Water Treatment Plants Selection of Treatment – Design of municipal 10

water treatment plant units – Aerators – chemical feeding – Flocculation –
clarifies – tube settling – filters – Rapid sand filters slow sand filter, pressure
filter, Dual media inlets Displacement and gaseous type. Design of Industrial
Water Treatment Units- Selection of process – Design of softeners –
Demineralisers –

5 Design of Wastewater Treatment Plants: Design of municipal wastewater 10

treatment units-screens-detritors-grit chamber-settling tanks-sludge thickening-
sludge dewatering systems-sludge drying beds - Design of Industrial Wastewater
Treatment Units-Equalization- Neutralization-Chemical Feeding. Devices-mixers-
floatation units-oil skimmer- flow charts – Layouts –Hydraulic Profile PID
construction and O&M aspects –

Mode of Delivery
The course will be taught by using Lectures, Tutorials, and Practical laboratory work and field to
installed treatment plants.

Mode of Assessment
Through coursework Assignment 5%, Tests 10% Practical 25% and end of the semester
examinations 60%.Total 100%.

Study Materials:
Metcalf and Eddy, (2003).Wastewater Engineering, Treatment and Reuse, Tata McGraw Hill, New
Delhi,

Qasim, S.R., Motley, E.M. and Zhu. G. (2002) Water works Engineering – Planning, Design and
Operation, Prentice Hall, New Delhi,.

Lee, C.C. and Shun dar Lin, (1999).Handbook of Environmental Engineering Calculations,
McGraw Hill, New York,

Hendricks, D (2006). „Water Treatment Unit Processes – Physical and Chemical’ CRC Press, New
York

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PRINCIPLES OF BIOLOGICAL TREATMENT
Course Code and Title: TEEM 2203: Principles of Biological Treatment
Course Level: Year II Semester II
Credit Units: 3 CU
Contact Hours: 45 Hours

Brief Course Description

The course introduces the students to the basic processes available for municipal, domestic, and
industrial wastewater treatment. Besides, it also provides the students with knowledge that human
and industrial effluents can be disposed of without danger to human health or unacceptable damage
to the natural environment by reducing the BOD; COD, SS; Nitrates, Phosphates and faecal coli
forms. To eliminate environmental pollution through tertiary or advanced waste water treatment and
disposal.

Course Objective
The course aims to enable learners to understand how to:
(i) Determine the composition and concentrations of the influent to a treatment plant.
(ii) promote the effluent quality standards required for both domestic and industrial waste
water management;
(iii) quantify the hydraulic loads that arrive at a treatment plant;
(iv) Design a primary treatment facility and quantify its performance.
(v) use the secondary biological treatment processes to design a secondary treatment and
clarification facility;
(vi) Execute the processes that are required in tertiary or advanced treatment capable for
quantifying chemicals to be applied and managed where possible.

Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, a student should be able to:
(i) Should will understand the natural relationship between the natural water cycle and human
water use and understand the principles of water resources and total management.
(ii) Students will learn and be in position to describe the biological processes necessary for
designing and managing drinking water treatment processes and water conveyance.

Detailed Course Outline

Chapters Hours

1 Principles: Objectives of biological treatment – significance – aerobic and 4

anaerobic treatment kinetics of biological growth – Factors affecting growth –
attached and suspended growth Determination of Kinetic coefficients for organics
removal – Biodegradability assessment -selection of process reactors-batch-
continuous type-kinetics

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 2 Design of Aerobic Treatment Systems: Design of sewage treatment plant units – 6
Activated Sludge process and variations, Sequencing Batch reactors, Membrane
Biological Reactors-Trickling Filters-Bio Tower-RBC-Moving Bed Reactors-
fluidized bed reactors, aerated lagoons, waste stabilization ponds nutrient removal
systems – natural treatment systems, constructed wet land – Disinfectant disposal
options –reclamation and reuse – Flow charts, layout, hydraulic profile, recent
trends.
3 Anaerobic Treatment of Wastewater: Attached and suspended growth, Design of 6
units – UASB, up flow filters, Fluidized beds, septic tank and disposal – Nutrient
removal systems – Flow chart Layout and Hydraulic profile

4 Sludge Treatment and Disposal: Design of sludge management facilities, sludge 6

thickening, sludge digestion, biogas generation, sludge dewatering (mechanical and
gravity) Layout PID hydraulics profile – upgrading existing plants – ultimate
residue disposal – recent advances.

5 Construction Operations and Maintenance Aspects: Construction and 8

Operational Maintenance problems – Trouble shooting – Planning, Organizing and
Controlling of plant operations – capacity building, Case studies – sewage treatment
plants– sludge management facilities.
6 Practical Field Visits (30 hours) 15

Mode of Delivery
The course will be taught by using Lectures, Tutorials, and Practical laboratory work, Field visits to
installed facilities.

Mode of Assessment
Through coursework assignment 5%, Tests 10% practical 25% and end of the semester
examinations 60%.Total 100%.

Study Materials
Arceivala, S.J., Wastewater Treatment for Pollution Control, TMH, New Delhi, Second Edition,
2000.

Manual on “Sewerage and Sewage Treatment” CPHEEO, Ministry of Urban Development,

Government of India, New Delhi, 1999.

Metcalf & Eddy, INC, „Wastewater Engineering – Treatment and Reuse, Fourth Edition,Tata Mc
Graw-Hill Publishing Company Limited, New Delhi, 2003.

Gareth Evans, (2003), Bio-waste and Biological waste Treatment, James & James Science
publishers Ltd, Free post NAT12094 UK, 8-12 Camden High street, London NY10YA, ISBN 1-
85383-944-2,

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Tchobanoglous George, Franklin. L. Burton, (2000), Wastewater Engineering. Tata MacGraw-Hill
Publishing Co. Ltd.

Duncan Mara and Howard Pearson (1998), Design Manual for Waste Stabilization ponds in
Mediterranean Countries (including the Eastern Mediterranean and North Africa) lagoon
Technology International Keeds, UK

ENGINEERING GEOLOGY
Course Code and Title: TCBE 2202: Engineering Geology
Level: Year II Semester I
Credit Units: 3 CU
Contact Hours: 45 Hours

Brief Course Description

The course introduces the students to the fundamental aspects of complex earthworks processes and
materials. Examines the close linkage with our everyday life as well as with civil and water
engineering constructions of common good.

Course Objectives
The course objectives are to make learners be able to:
(i) know the different types of rocks in order of formation and their physical properties;
(ii) learn how to record earthworks information and then translate this data to practical
engineering design, construction and maintenance of civil engineering projects.
(iii) Learn the rocks‟ contributions to groundwater quality purification and deterioration;
(iv) understand chemical, mineralogical composition and structures of rocks and their effects to
construction structures;

Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, a student should be able to:
(i) Describe and identify the different types of rocks in order of formation and their physical
properties;
(ii) Observe and record earthworks information and then translate this data to practical
engineering design, construction and maintenance of civil engineering projects.
(iii) Explain the rocks‟ contributions to groundwater quality purification and deterioration;
(iv) Identify the chemical, mineralogical composition and structures of these rocks and their
effects to construction structures;
(v) Identify groundwater flow pattern within the different types of rocks in the world; Course
Outline

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Detailed Course Outline
Chapters Hours

Elements of Earth and Historical Perspective: Introduction, the surface of the 3

earth, the interior of the earth, Continental drift, Plate tectonic, Earth age and origin
and stratigraphic representation, Precambrian, Phanerozoic, Mesozoic and
Cenozoic.
Earth Formation and Structure: General introduction, attitude and beds, Folds: 4
terminologies associated with, classification, types, causes and engineering
considerations involved when dealing with folded rocks, fold geometry, Faults:
definition, terminologies, types and classifications, recognition of faulting in the
field, causes, effects and engineering considerations involved when dealing with the
faulted rocks, Joints: definition, nature and attitude, classifications, types, in
different rocks and engineering considerations involved when dealing with the
jointed rocks, and unconformities
Earth Products: Introduction: General to rocks and minerals, elements and 4
compounds and their definitions, identification and classification of minerals, their
uses and properties, physical properties, microscopic optical properties of minerals,
chemical properties of minerals, rock forming minerals and their importance, clay and
non – silicate minerals, mineral accumulation, importance of drainage and behaviour
of rock and soil and failures of rocks.

Weathering: Introduction: General, sources and definitions, mechanisms for 4

weathering types and products of weathering, processes of weathering, wind and
water erosion, deposition and earthworks associated with them.

Geotechnical Methods of Site Investigation: Introduction: General, 3

techniques employed: desk study, types of samples and reasons, organizing
effective site investigations: boring, drilling and site investigation reports, profiling
data, borehole records and interpretations.

Earthquakes: Introduction: General, definition, types, quake mechanisms: causes, 4

waves, travel time and location of epicenter, intensity and magnitude, seismic zones
and the engineering considerations including safety measures.

Geological Maps: Introduction, commonly used scales, types: solid and drift 6
editions, exposure and outcrop, thickness of strata, maps of subsurface strata:
Isochors, horizontal-plane, structural, geophysical, maps of resources: derived,
geomorphologic, geotechnical, field mapping: equipment used – clinometers,
traverse surveys, measurement of dip and strike, map interpretation: Age
relationship, unconformities, outliers and inliers, structural relationships and shape
of outcrop boundaries.

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 Soil Classification and Properties: Origin and Classification of Soils; Physical 4
properties of Soils (texture); Particle Size and Distribution, Standard Tests, Soil
Stabilization. Compaction; Groundwater Seepage and Permeability; Stresses in
Soils. Shear Strength. Site Investigation.
Impacts of Earthworks on Environment: Impacts of Rock drilling practices; 4
Rock excavations; Foundation excavations; Equipment performance; bulking and
shrinking; Quarrying activities; Rock crushing and grinding practices; Economics of
site recovery and restoration; dewatering and earthworks inspection; soil
compaction;

Soil- Pollutant Interaction: Introduction to geo environmental engineering, 4

environmental cycle sources, production and classification of waste – causes of soil
pollution factors governing soil-pollutant interaction-Physico-chemical behavior
and modelling -failures of foundations due to pollutants

Characterization, Stabilization and Disposal Safe disposal of waste – site 4

selection for landfills – characterization of land fill sites – waste characterization –
stability of landfills – current practice of waste disposal- passive contaminant
system - Hazardous waste control and storage system – mechanism of stabilization -
solidification of wastes – micro and macro encapsulation – absorption, adsorption,
precipitation- detoxification –– organic and inorganic stabilization
Transport of Contaminants: Contaminant transport in sub surface, advection, 4
diffusion, dispersion governing equations, contaminant transformation, sorption,
biodegradation, ion exchange – precipitation, hydrological consideration in land fill
design, ground water pollution, bearing capacity of compacted fills – pollution of
aquifers by mixing of liquid waste – protecting aquifers.

Detection and Testing Methods Methodology- review of current soil testing 3

concepts – Proposed approach for characterization and identification of
contaminated ground soil for engineering purposes

Remediation of Contaminated Soils: Rational approach to evaluate and remediate 3

contaminated sites – monitored natural attenuation – exsitu and insitu remediation –
solidification, bio – remediation, incineration, soil washing, electro kinetics, soil
heating, verification, bio venting – Ground water remediation – pump and treat, air
sparging, reactive well- application of geo synthetics in solid waste management –
rigid or flexible liners.

Practical / Fieldwork (visits): Tests will be carried out with the following: 6
Sample and sampling, tests for composition, tests for structure: whole fabric,
porosity, particle size distribution, and test for strength: elastic moduli,
consolidation characters, tensile, uni-axial, Triaxial and shear strengths, hydraulic
properties: permeability, effective porosity, specific yield, index tests: rock and soil

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 indices, identification of minerals (rock forming), identification of rocks:
sedimentary, metamorphic and igneous, chemical properties and microscopic
optical properties.

Mode of Delivery
The course will be taught by using Lectures, Tutorials, and Practical /laboratory work.

Mode of Assessment
Through coursework assignment 5%, Tests 10% practical 25% and end of the semester examinations
60%.Total 100%.

Study Materials
Blyth, F.G.H. and de Freitas, M.H. (1987). Geology for Engineers. 7thed. Edward Arnold, London.

Ashley, C. 1994. Traffic and Highway Engineering. Blackwell Scientific Publications, London.

Barnes, G.E. 1995. Soil Mechanics. MacMillan, London.

Bannister, A. and Baker, R. (1999). Surveying. 2nd ed. Longman, London.

Barnes, G.E. (1995). Soil Mechanics. MacMillan, London.

Wentz, C.A., Hazardous Waste Management, McGraw Hill, Singapore, 1989.

Daniel, B.E., Geotechnical practice for waste disposal, Chapman and Hall, London, 1993.

Fang, H.Y. Introduction to environmental Geotechnology, CRC press New York, 1997.

Lagrega, M.d., Bukingham, P.L., and Evans, J.C., Hazardous Waste Management, McGraw Hill,

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ETHICS & PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT
Course Code and Title: TMME 2203: Ethics & Professional Conduct
Level: Year II Semester II
Credit Units: 3 CU
Contact Hours: 45 Hours

Brief Course Description

This course introduces students to the basics of ethical foundations going through several sections of
communities
Course Objectives
The objective of this course is to enable students learn the techniques involved in valuable decision
making.
Learning Outcomes
At the end of the course, the student is expected to:
(i) Know the general ethical theory requirements for a professional engineer
(ii) Know the minimum requirements for the practice of engineering
(iii) Have knowledge of professional responsibility to client and employers
(iv) Know the importance and implications of whistle blowing, codes of ethics, career choice
and legal obligations

Detailed Course Outlines

Chapter Hours
1. Introduction to Engineering Ethics and Professionalism, Definition of Ethics, 5
Ethical Codes, Ethic of reciprocity, Societal Norms and African Culture
2. Professional Bodies/ Associations e.g. Uganda Institute of professional Engineers
(UIPE), Class of Membership. The importance of registration. Responsibility of 6
Engineering Institutions, Whistle blowing and legal obligations
3. Professional Responsibility to client and employers. Risk and Moral Responsibility. 5
Corruption in Society. Gender Issues in Engineering.
4. Industrial Accidents Industrialisation and Industrial Accidents, Appropriate
Technology Impacts of industrial accidents on societies health-wise, environmentally 6
and economically, Analysis of the causes of some world renowned accidents. Case
Study of a few Accidents
5. Contemporary issues in Manufacturing. Local and Foreign Investments portfolio,
Job Out-sourcing, Job Near-Shoring, Job Off-shoring. Job Creations. Government
Roles in the Economy. 6
6. Social Class Paradigm: in the present time and with reference to past experiences.
Upper Class, Middle Class, Working Class and Lower Class in Society. Their
composition and Threats 6

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 7. Land Tenure Systems in Uganda: Milo Land, Communal Land Ownership,
freehold and Leasehold. Their merits and de-merits. Security and the Landless
subjects 5
8. Intermediate and High Technology: Their Impacts on the Development of Society.
Case Study 6

Mode of Delivery:
Through Lectures, Demonstrations, peer discussions and Case Studies

Mode of Assessment:
Assessment is through Assignment 15%, Test 25%, Examinations 60% Total 100%

Study Materials
Ibo van de Poel, and Lambèr Royakkers (2011), Ethics, Technology, and Engineering: An
Introduction –1st Ed. Wiley-Blackwell; ISBN-13: 978-1444330953 / ISBN-10: 1444330950

Deborah G. Johnson (1990), Ethical Issues in Engineering–1st ed. Pearson; ISBN-13: 978-
0132905787 / ISBN-10: 0132905787

Frederic G. Reamer, (1998), Ethical Standards in Social Work: A Critical Review of the Nasw Code
of Ethics –1st ed. National Association of Social Workers Pr;ISBN-13: 978-0871012937 / ISBN-
10: 0871012936

Ronald W. Tosel and Robert F. Rivas (2011),An Introduction to Group Work Practice –
Unabridged, 7th ed. Pearson, ISBN-13: 978-0205820047 / ISBN-10: 0205820042

Gloria Galanes, and Katherine Adams (2012),Effective Group Discussion: Theory and Practice
Paperback –14th Ed. McGraw-Hill, ISBN-13: 978-0073534343 / ISBN-10: 007353434X

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THIRD YEAR SEMESTER I

Synopsis
The third year builds on the core engineering science and design taught in Years 1 and 2.
Transportation engineering is introduced while structures, water related subjects are taught to
greater depths. A group design project offers further opportunity for students to develop and apply
design skills while, an individual research project allows students to tailor their engineering to
focus according to their own specific interests.

RESEARCH METHODS
Course Code and Title: TMME 3105: Research Methods
Level: Year III Semester I
Credit Unit: 3 CU
Contact Hours: 45 Hours

Brief Course Description

This course exposes students to the theoretical and practical concepts of research. It provides the
skills, methods and competences that are essential to collect, analyse, summarize and present both
qualitative and quantitative information.

Course Objectives
This course aims to enable the student to:
(i) Learn how to explain the basic terminologies used in everyday research;
(ii) Become familiar with data collection methods;
(iii) Describe the various data analysis and reporting techniques.

Learning Outcomes
On completion of this course student should be able to:
(i) Apply data collection methods in the research process;
(ii) Analyse qualitative and quantitative data and be able to make inferences (interpretations)
(iii) Produce research reports

Detailed Course Outlines

Chapter Hours
1. Introduction: Basic concepts, Formulation of the Background to the study, 3
purpose of research, research variables, measurement scales
2. Approaches: Qualitative or Quantitative. Instruments 3
3. Problem Formulations: Identification of problems, Research Questions, 3
Research Objectives, documentations and Verification
4. Data Collection: Literatures Reviews, experimentations, Observations, 6
Surveys, questionnaires, field studies,

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5. Data Analysis: Descriptive analyses (measures of central tendency,
dispersion, distribution), inferential analyses (samples, population, estimation), 9
Representation (Tables, charts, graphs, etc.)
6. Data Presentation: Report writing, oral presentations, communication 3
7. Ethical Issues: Research Ethics, Citations, Plagiarism, Legal framework and 3
challenges
8. Practical. Students will produce a mini-research report and present their 15
findings
Mode of Delivery:
Through Lectures, Peer discussions, Presentations and Case Studies

Mode of Assessment
Through Coursework Assignment 5%, Presentations 10% Test 25% and Written Examinations
60%. Total 100%.

Study Materials
Neil Salkind, (2013) Exploring Research: Pearson New International Edition, 8th Edition, Pearson,
ISBN: 9781292020686

Karen Smith, Malcolm Todd and Julia Waldman, (2009) Doing Your Undergraduate Social
Science Dissertation, Routledge; 1st edition, ISBN-10:0415467497/ ISBN-13:978-0415467490
Bryan Greetham (2009), How to Write Your Undergraduate Dissertation, Palgrave MacMillan,
Palgrave Macmillan, ISBN-10:023021875X / ISBN-13:978-0230218758
Nicholas Walliman, (2013) Your Undergraduate Dissertation: The Essential Guide for Success
(SAGE Study Skills Series), SAGE Publications Ltd; 2nd Edition ISBN-10:1446253198 / ISBN-
13:978-1446253199

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ENVIRONMENTAL SURVEYING
Course Code and Title: TEEM 3101: Environmental Surveying
Course Level: Year III Semester I
Credit Units: 3 CU
Contact Hours: 45 Hours

Brief Course Description

The course introduces students to surveying basic principles; mapping skills and assimilate
land uses and as an environmental resource to human being taking the students through
stages of field work.

Course Objectives
The objectives of this course are to provide students with an understanding of plane
surveying as it relates to civil engineering. Students will be able to collect, analyze, and
utilize surveying data.

Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, a student should be able to:
(i) Carry out land surveying and mappings
(ii) Analysis and interpret all data from an environmental or engineering survey
(iii) Interacted and developed working relationship with different personnel in
industries;
(iv) appreciated self-control and developed innovations;

Detailed Course Outline

CHAPTERS Hours
1 History and Development of Surveying:Principles of linear measurements. 5
Chain surveying: measurements and processes, direct linear and angular
measurements, surveying tools, booking and plotting. Traversing computation and
compilation of survey data.

2 Mapping Environmental Resources: Stages and taking measurements, Plane 10

table surveying: equipment and method. Compass traverse: terms, traversing,
detail survey for compass traverse and plotting.

3 Theodolites and Tacheometry: Reducing levels and use. Types of 10

coordinates and construction

4 Field Exercises: Use of Equipment, Ranging, Reconnaissance, 20

Measurements, Computations, Adjustments and Plotting and setting out.

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Mode of Delivery
The course will be taught by using Lectures, Tutorials, and Practical laboratory work.

Mode of Assessment
Through coursework assignment 5%, Tests 10% Practical 25% and end of the semester written
examinations 60%.Total 100%.

Study Materials
Uren, J. and Price, W.F. 1994. Surveying for Engineers. 3rd ed. MacMillan, London.

Bannister, A. and Baker, R. 1999. Surveying. 2nd ed. Longman, London.

HYDROLOGY AND WATER RESOURCES ENGINNERING

Course Code and Title: TCBE 2106: Hydrology& Water Resources Engineering
Level: Year II Semester I
Credit Units: 3 CU
Contact Hours: 45 Hours

Brief Course Description

The course introduces the students to the fundamental aspects of complex earthworks processes and
materials. It further examines the close linkage with our everyday life as well as with civil and
water engineering constructions of common good.

Course Objective
The objective of this course is to provide the student with an understanding of hydraulic and
hydrology as it applies to the environmental engineering works.

Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, a student should be able to:
(i) understand the concepts of static fluids and fluids in motion
(ii) understand the water balance principle
(iii) plan and design water supply distribution systems
(iv) design drainage and water storage systems
(v) understand the use of flow measuring
(vi) be able to predict formation of a hydraulic jump
(vii) explain flood mitigation measures

Detailed Course Outline

Chapters Hours
Hydrology: Hydrological cycle, Hydrometeorology Rainfall, Draught, Evaporation, 3
Infiltration, Soil Moisture
Rainfall Runoff Relationships, Surface Runoff Mass Curve, Flow duration Curves, 6
Environmental flow regimes.
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 Hydrometry and Stream Flow Measurement, 6

Extreme Events Frequency Analysis, Probability distributions, Normal distribution, 5

Log Normal distribution, Generalized value extreme, Log Pearson Type1,11,111.
Hydrological Formations: consolidated and unconsolidated Sedimentary aquifers, 5
crystalline basement rocks, volcanic terrains. The rock types which act as aquifers
and their characteristics i.e. how water flows through soil and rock?

Ground water Hydraulics, Aquifers, Confined, unconfined& leaky aquifers; shallow 6

and deep wells and their locations; Hydraulic conductivity, Permeability, porosity,
Transmissivity, storage coefficient or storability, specific storage.

Ground Water Exploration/Surveys:. Desk study (aerial photos, all necessary maps 10
& reports); reconnaissance/exploration; detailed investigation using either of these
methods: resistivity, magnetic, seismic (refraction & Reflection), gravity, radar and
electromagnetic methods and implementation.

Well hydraulics: Background & well terminology (SWL, PWL, draw down, well 8
yield, specific capacity); steady radial flow to a well (confined & unconfined);
Transient flow to a well (confined); Fundamental ground water flow relations
(Darcy‟s Law, hydraulic gradient, velocity, flow nets and boundaries);

Aquifer/pumping tests & operation and maintenance of wells: Introduction; basic 6

assumptions; determination of aquifer parameters: Steady- state flow in a confined
aquifer, Steady- state flow in an unconfined aquifer, Transient flow in a confined
aquifer; well testing methods i.e. step draw down test, extended step test, recovery
test, Constant-discharge test; well rehabilitation, mechanical regeneration,
regeneration with chemicals.

Hydrometry and Stream Flow Measurement, 3

Hydraulic Structures: Storage Structures, Reservoir yield and storage, Conveyance 5

Structures, Energy Dissipation Structures, Flow Control Structures, Collection or
Diffusion Structures, Flood Control Structures.

Mode of Delivery
The course will be taught by using Lectures, Tutorials and practical laboratory work.

Mode of Assessment
Through coursework assignment 5%, Tests 10% practical 25% and end of the semester
examinations 60%.Total 100%.

Study Materials
Nalluri, C. and Featherstone, R.E, (2001), Civil Engineering Hydraulics. 4th Ed. Blackwell
Scientific Publications, London.
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R. S. Khurmi (2001), A textbook of Hydraulics, Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulics Mechanics, S.
Chand and Company Ltd, 736 Ram Nagar, New Delhi-110055, ISBN 81-219-0162-6

Beitz. G. W, E, (1988), Engineering Design (a systematic approach), The Design Council, London,

Frederick W. Pontius (1990), Water Quality and Treatment, (American Water Works Association)
4th Edition. McGram-Hill, Inc

Gerard Kiely (1997), Environmental Engineering. Irwin/McGram-Hill, Inc. ISBN 0-077091272

B Wisner, P. Blaikie, T Cannon & I. Devis, (2004), At Risk-Natural Hazards, People‟s

Vulnerability and Disaster.

SOLID & HAZARDOUS WASTE MANAGEMENT

Course Code and Title: TEEM 3103: Solid & Hazardous Waste Management
Course Level: Year IIISemester I
Credit Units: 3 CU
Contact Hours: 45 Hours

Brief Course Description

The course introduces students to Sources, Composition and Properties of Solid Wastes;
Engineering Principles; Separation, Transformation, and recycling of waste materials;
Closure, Restoration, and Rehabilitation of Landfills; Solid and liquid waste Management
and planning issues.

Course Objectives
The objectives of this course are to enable the learner understand how to:
(i) train communities sorting at source, collecting, storing, skipping and transportation
and transformation of waste into variable goods;
(ii) develop waste management plans and systems for communities in rural and urban
areas to eradicate water and air borne diseases;
(iii) carry out variable health and cost benefit waste management projects and treatment
methods for the protection of watershed bodies;

Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, a student should be able to:
(i) Identify sources and characterize waste
(ii) To apply3Rs to waste management
(iii) carry out variable health and cost benefit waste management projects and
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Detailed Course Outline
Chapters Hours
1 Municipal Solid Waste Management:Legal and Organizational foundation: 5
Definition of solid waste – waste generation technological society – major
legislation, monitoring responsibilities, sources and types of solid waste –
sampling and characterization – Determination of composition of MSW –storage
and handling of solid waste – Future changes in waste composition.
2 Collection and Transport of Solid Waste:Collection of Solid Waste: Type of 4
waste collection systems, analysis of collection system –alternative techniques
for collection system. Separation and Processing
Transformation of Solid Waste: unit operations user for separation and 5
processing, Materials Recovery facilities, Waste transformation through
combustion and aerobic composting, anaerobic methods for materials recovery
and treatment – Energy recovery – Incinerators.

3 Transfer and Transport: Need fir transfer operation, transport means and 5
methods, transfer station types and design requirements. Landfills:Site selection,
design and operation, drainage and leachate collection systems – requirements
and technical solution, designated waste landfill remediation – Integrated waste
management facilities.
4 Hazardous Waste Management: Definition and identification of hazardous 6
wastes-sources and characteristics – hazardous wastes in Municipal Waste –
Hazardous waste regulations – minimization of Hazardous Waste-compatibility,
handling and storage of hazardous waste-collection and transport, waste-
sources, collection, treatment and reuse management.
5 Hazardous Waste Treatment and Design:Hazardous waste treatment 5
technologies - Design and operation of facilities for physical, chemical and
thermal treatment of hazardous waste – Solidification, chemical fixation and
encapsulation, incineration. Hazardous waste landfills: Site selection, design and
operation– remediation of hazardous waste disposal sites.
6 Practical Laboratory Practice:Sampling and characterization of Solid Wastes; 15
TCLP tests and leachate studies.
Modes of Delivery
The course will be taught by using Lectures, Tutorials, and Practical laboratory work.

Mode of Assessment
Through coursework Assignment 5%,Tests 10%, Practical 25% and end of the semester written
examinations 60%.Total 100%.

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Study Materials
George Techobanoglous et al, “Integrated Solid Waste Management”, McGraw-Hill
Publication, 1993.

Charles A. Wentz; “Hazardous Waste Management”, McGraw Hill Publication, 1995.

Tchobanoglous George, Hilary Theisen, Samuel A. Vigi (1993), Integrated Solid Waste
Management. McGram-Hill, Inc, ISBN 0-07-112865-4.

Henze Hanemoes, Jansen Arvin (1995), Wastewater Treatment Biological and Chemical
processes, Springer-Velag Berlin.

McBean, E. A. Frank. A. Rovers, Grahame. J. Frarquhas (1995), Solid Waste Landfill Engineering
and Design, Prentice-Hall, Inc

Gerard Kiely (1997), Environmental Engineering. Irwin/McGram-Hill, Inc. ISBN 0-07-709127-2

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REMOTE SENSING AND GIS
Course Title and Code: TEEM 3104: Remote Sensing and GIS
Level: Year III Semester I
Credit Units: 3 CU
Contact Hours: 45 Hours

Brief Course Description

Introduces vector, raster and tabular concepts, emphasizing the vector approach. Topics include:
spatial relationships, map features, attributes, relational database, layers of data, data ingesting,
digitizing from maps, projections, output, applications, and availability of public data sets. Focus
will be placed on spatial/temporal data analyses using digitized maps and database information in
an area of environmental engineering specialization.

Course Objectives
The course aims to give learners the ability to
(i) develop a critical understanding of appropriate tools;
(ii) Expose learners to new methods and techniques in GIS operation;
(iii) gain competence in developing tools for the acquisition, processing, transformation,
analysis, modelling, storage and presentation of spatial data, using geo information in
identifying and responding to development problems and in drafting development
policies

Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, a student should be able to:
(i) Analyze geo-information problems encountered in environmental engineering professional
practice and develop appropriate methods for studying and solving problems.
(ii) Apply appropriate methods for collecting, acquiring and verifying spatial data.
(iii) Use of geo information science and earth observation technology to generate, integrate,
analyse and visualize spatial data
(iv) Use of programming languages
(v) Evaluate and apply relevant and appropriate methods and models for data analysis and
problem solving;
(vi) Apply practical skills to carry out an independent final assignment(pilot project)

Detailed Course Outline

Chapters Hours
1 Introduction to Remote Sensing: Aerial photography; principles; platforms 5
and sensors; photographic distortions; geometric corrections; visual
photographic interpretation or classification; Comparison of satellite and
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 2 Advanced Principles of Remote Sensing: image types: panchromatic and 5
multispectral images, digital numbers, different image resolutions, spatial
resolutions and cost-effectives, choice of imagery. Ground trothing:
3 Advanced Image Processing: Image distortions; causes and types of image 5
distortions, effects of image distortions, removal image distortions; Image
enhancements: principal components analysis, application; Practice.
4 Image Interpretation and Classification: Implementing a visual 8
interpretation/classification; exploring different automated image classifiers:
hard, soft, and hybrid image classifiers. Strengths and limitations of image
classifiers, commonly used image classification software, costs and
availability; Practical: Automated image interpretation/classification using
TNTmips and IDRISI software:
5 GIS Planning and Design for Projects and Organizations: Concepts of a 7
system; GIS as a system; GIS planning and design: key issues; Implementing
GIS for projects and organizations: key issues
6 GIS Data Input : GIS data collection: digitizing, scanning, remote sensing 5
outputs, GPS surveys; Converting between vector to raster and raster to vector
data structures
7 Advanced GIS and Remote Sensing Modeling types of cartographic models 10
for GIS implementation; hydrological modeling, Environmental and water
quality modeling, Sediment transport modeling, Land use change detection.

Mode of Delivery
The course will be taught by using Lectures, Tutorials, and Practical/ field/laboratory work.

Mode of Assessment:
The course will be assessed through assignments 5%, tests15%, practical work 25%, and
end of semester written examination 60%. Total 100%

Study Materials
Sabins, F.F., (1987) „Remote Sensing Principles and Interpretation, 2nd Edition, W.H. Fran,

Elachi, C., (1987); Introduction to the Physics and Techniques of Remote Sensing, John Wiley,

Sabins Jr., F. F‟. (1987), Remote sensing; principles and interpretation. New York: W. H. Fran

S.A. Drury, (1990), „A Guide to Remote Sensing‟, (Oxford),

Pratt, W.K. (1991), Digital Image Processing, 2nd Ed. John Wiley & Sons, New York,

John Richards (1996) Remote Sensing, Digital Image Analysis. Springer Verlag

Rees, W.G., (2001), Physical Principles of Remote Sensing, Cambridge University Press,

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ENVIRONMENTAL LAW & POLICY
Course Code and Title: TEEM 3105: Environmental Law & Policy
Level: Year III Semester I
Credit Units: 3 CU
Contact Hours: 45 Hours

Brief Course Description

The course introduces students existing environmental policies and laws, regulations, statutes,
bye-laws national and international conventions and treaties. The course offers an introduction
into legal aspects of environmental care, especially from view point of legal policies

Course Objectives
The aims to equip learners with
(i) Knowledge: Basic concepts, instruments and norms concerning environmental legal
policies;
(ii) Competences: to analyze and criticize existing systems of environmental law in terms of
legal framework

Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, a student should be able to:
(i) Have knowledge of and insights in the relevant key concepts and theories of policy
studies and law and can describe and categorize the relevant policy instruments, describe
the legal basis of common policy instruments used in environmental management to be to
assess their usefulness and feasibility in various contexts.
(ii) Graduates will be able to reflect on matters and issues in the domain, are able to form an
opinion and to contribute to both scientific and practitioner‟s discussions
(iii) Graduates will understand the concept of sustainable development and the relationships
between resource utilization, production processes, societal processes and combination of
concepts and theories in environmental management to the situation.

Detailed Course Outlines

CHAPTERS Hours
1 The Law and Policies relating to the protection of the Environment: 15
Concept of environmental law; international, laws; National Environment
Management Authority Act; National Environment Policy, 1994. National
Environment Action Plan (NEAP) 1994; National Environment Statute,
1995; Uganda Constitution 1995; Local Government Act, 1995;
Ratification of Treaties Act, 1998
2 General Principles of Environmental Law: 15
 Sources of Environmental law;
 Government / Ministerial / Departmental papers, circulars and
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  The Millennium Development Goals and the environment
 non– marketability of land;The regulation of environmental
Policies;Territorial lands and public land;
 The enforcement of environmental law;
 Policy determinants, collective vs. individualized land policies;
 Formulation of land policy, Access to environmental information
 Land tenure reforms, The common law and the protection of
environment, Opportunities and limitation
3 Environmental Law Sectorial Coverage 15
 Town and country planning
 Actual aspects in land uses; allocation and development
 Environmental assessment post – independence land reform measure
 Integrated pollution control, Atmospheric and Water pollution
 Waste management, Disposal of waste to sewers
 The conservation of nature, The protection of rivers and lakeshores.
 The protection of trees and woodlands.Energy management systems

4 Labour Law and Industrial Relations: Labour Organization, employer‟s 15

associations, Trade Unionism, National Social Health Security Insurance;
Freehold conversions to government leaseholds Act of 1963, Government
leaseholds conversion to Right of Occupancy Act, 1969, Land Act 2000.

Modes of Delivery
The course will be taught by using Lectures, Tutorials and group discussions

Mode of Assessment
Through coursework Assignment 15%, Tests 25% and end of the semester written examinations
60%.Total 100%.

Study Materials
Hunter, Salzman and Zaelke‟s, (2007), International Environmental Law and Policy,
Treaty, Supplement (University Casebook Series)

Krishnan, N.V. (2000), Safety Management in Industry, Jaico Publishing House, New Dehli,
Martand, T. (2004), Industrial Engineering and Production Management, Chand and
Company Ltd, New Dehli

Lees, Frank (2005). Loss Prevention in the Process Industries (3rd Ed.). Elsevier. ISBN
9780750675550

Kletz, Trevor (2001). An Engineer’s View of Human Error (3rd Ed.). I.Chem.E. ISBN
0852954301

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Lutz, Robyn R. (2000). Software Engineering for Safety: A Roadmap. The Future of
Software Engineering. ACM Press. ISBN 1581132530

US FAA (30 December 2000). System Safety Handbook. Washington, DC: US FAA.

NASA (16 December 2008). Agency Risk Management Procedural Requirements. NASA.
NPR 8000.4A.

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SEMESTER RECESS

INDUSTRIAL TRAINING III

Course Code and Title: TMME 3301: Industrial Training III

Level: Year III semester I
Course Credit: 4 Hours
Contact Hours 60 Hours

Brief Course Description

Industrial Placement promotes and develops long-term strategic teaching and research alliances
between higher education institutions and industry. It plays a crucial role in promoting and
facilitating practical training by providing students the opportunity to apply advanced knowledge
and skills acquired in the classroom to real world situations and also help students gain exposure to
practical work experience which a knowledge institution (University) may not accord.

Course Objectives
The course aims to enable students:
(i) Understand the different types mechanical and manufacturing technology careers and their
roles in a real world engineering establishments
(ii) Apply and translate mechanical engineering knowledge and best practice to real world
situations
(iii) Acquire teamwork skills essential for industrial assignments, engagement and work
(iv) Learn and practice good working ethics and communication skills with industry based staff
and supervisors. Acquire teamwork skills with all genders and people with special needs.

Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, the student should be able to:
(i) Explain the different types of mechanical and manufacturing careers and their roles in a real
world manufacturing organisations
(ii) Demonstrate ability to apply and translate mechanical and manufacturing knowledge and
best practice to industry based problems
(iii) Demonstrate creativity and innovation in solving “real life” problems in industry
(iv) Demonstrate soft skills for enhanced effective participation in group based industry working
environment.
(v) Demonstrate and practice good work ethics, communicate effectively and exhibit good
interpersonal skills with work-mates.
Detailed Course Outlines
The major areas that will be emphasized during industrial training include but not limited to:
 Orientation to industry, Career Prospects and Human Resource Policy
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  Audit and Review of Industrial Training and Communication policies both of the industry
of attachment and the University‟s policy
 Project Report Writing

Mode of Delivery
The student will receive Mentorship from both Industrial and Academic Supervisors

Course Assessment
Evaluation Report by Industry Based Supervisor 30%
Interview by Academic Supervisor 20%
Written Report 50%
Total 100%

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THIRD YEAR SEMESTER II

SANITATION AND DRAINAGE

Course Code and Title: TEEM 3201: Sanitation and Drainage
Level: Year III Semester II
Credit Units: 3 CU
Contact Hours: 45 Hours

Brief Course Description

The course introduces students to basic sanitation fundamentals and drainage ways of promoting
sustainable development of poor communities in rural and urban areas;

Course Objectives
The aims of this course are to enable the student
(i) use appropriate techniques of sanitations principles at household levels;
(ii) develop adequate drainage systems in slum, urban, rural villages;
(iii) lead community participatory activities/projects to eradicate water and air borne diseases.

Learning Outcomes
(i) The students will learn to deal with technical aspects of drinking and water treatment and
distribution in an integrated way, paying attention to the choice of technologies and tools
ranging from low cost to advanced systems.
(ii) Graduates will be well equipped to understand the structure of drinking water supply
systems, including water transport, treatment and distribution
(iii) Water quality criteria and standards and their relation to public health, environment and
urban water cycle
(iv) Physical, chemical and biological phenomena and their mutual relationships, occurring
within water supply systems
(v) Water quality concepts and their effect on treatment process selection;
(vi) The interactions of water quality and the materials being used
(vii) Hydraulic concepts and their relationships to water transport in treatment plants,
pipelines and distribution networks.

Detailed Course Outline

CHAPTERS Hours

1 General Hydraulics and Flow Measurement: Fluid properties; fluid flow – 4

continuity principle, energy principle and momentum principle; frictional head
loss in free and pressure flow, minor heads losses, Carrying Capacity–Flow
measurement.
2 Water Transmission and Distribution: Need for Transport of water and 6
wastewater-Planning of Water System –Selection of pipe materials, pipe thickness

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 calculations. Water transmission main design- gravity and pumping main;

3 Selection of Pumps- characteristics-economics; Specials, Jointing, laying and 4

maintenance, water hammer analysis.

4 Water Distribution Systems: Water distribution pipe networks, Methods, 10

Design, analysis and optimization – appurtenances – corrosion prevention –
minimization of water losses – leak detection Storage reservoirs. Use of computer
software in water transmission and water distribution.

5 Wastewater Collection and Conveyance:Planning factors – Design of sanitary 10

sewer; partial flow in sewers, economics of sewer design. Handling and transport
of slurry.

6 Wastewater Pumps and Pumping Stations- sewer appurtenances; material, 6

construction, inspection and maintenance of sewers; Design of sewer outfalls-
mixing conditions; conveyance of corrosive wastewaters. Use of computer
software in sewer design, handling and transport of slurries.

7 Storm Water Drainage: Necessity- Combined and separate system; Estimation 5

of storm water runoff Formulation of rainfall intensity duration and frequency
relationships- Rational methods.Use of computer software in storm water design.

Modes of Delivery
The course will be taught by using Lectures and Tutorials.

Mode of Assessment
Through coursework assignment 15%, Tests 25% and end of the semester written examinations
60%.Total 100%.

Study Materials
Bajwa, G.S. (2003) Practical Handbook on Public Health Engineering, Deep Publishers,
Simla,

Henze Hanemoes, Jansen Arvin (1995), Wastewater Treatment Biological and Chemical
processes, Spronger-Velag Berlin.

McBean, E. A. Frank. A. Rovers, Grahame. J. Frarquhas (1995), Solid Waste Landfill Engineering
and Design, Prentice-Hall, Inc

Sandy Cairn cross, Richard G. Feachem, (1994), Environmental Health Engineering in the
Tropics, 1st& 2nd Editions.

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WETLAND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Course Code and Title: TEEM 3202: Wetland Resource Management
Level: Year III Semester II
Credit Units: 3 CU
Contact Hours: 45 Hours

Brief Course Description

The course introduces students to wetland management and treatment techniques, economic
wetland values and challenges and wetland action plan.
Course Objectives
The course aims to equip the learner with knowledge to
(i) understand wetland operations, ecology and hydrology
(ii) understand the basic principles for the design of artificial wetlands for waste water
treatment
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, a student should be able to:
(i) develop integrated watershed bodies management systems;
(ii) design wetland and biodiversity recovery techniques to the level of ecosystems and
species;
(iii) carry out a sustainable utilization of wetland ecosystems projects;

Detailed Course Outline

No Chapters Hours
1 Introduction of Wetland Ecology and Management: 3
2 Wetland Characteristics and Classification 3
3 Wetlands and Open Water Ecosystems interactions. 5
4 Wetland Management and Conservation in Uganda 5
5 Wetland threats and Biodiversity; direct and indirect. Onsite and offsite 5
impacts
6 Wetland Assessment and Monitoring. Values of wetlands; products, 6
services, functions and attributes. Roles of wetlands on water quality

7 Artificial Wetland Designsand construction. Wetland restoration and 6

succession management. Economic valuation of wetland resources.
Public awareness and enlightenment
8 Wetland Communitiesand management plan development. Wetland 6
Action Plan Development; Special characteristics of large water bodies.
Well design and construction
9 Sustainable utilization of wetland ecosystems; wetland and others 6

Modes of Delivery
The course will be taught by using Lectures and Tutorials
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Mode of Assessment
Through coursework Assignment 15%, Tests 25% and end of the semester written examinations
60%.Total 100%.

Study Materials
Kurt Fischer, Johanschot (1993), Environmental Strategies for Industry, Island press,

Tchobanoglous George, Hilary Theisen, Samuel A. Vigi (1993), Integrated Solid Waste
Management. McGram-Hill, Inc, ISBN 0-07-112865-4.

McBean, E. A. Frank. A. Rovers, Grahame. J. Frarquhas (1995), Solid Waste Landfill Engineering
and Design, Prentice-Hall, Inc

Wetlands and Law (Legislation governing the ownership, use and access to wetlands and their
resources) October 2000, Wetlands Inspectorate Division, Kampala, Uganda.

ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING DESIGN

Course Code and Title: TEEM 3203: Environmental Engineering Design
Level: Year III Semester II
Credit Units: 3 CU
Contact Hours: 45 Hours

Brief Course Description

The course introduces students to various design systems for water, wastewater, land models,
energy management systems, air, and water and land cleaning technologies, treatment and disposal
methods observing laws and regulations for sustainable development and the impact of civil works
on the green environment construction.

Course Objectives
The course aims to provide the learner with:
(i) Technical knowledge and application of knowledge skills:
(ii) To appreciate the complex nature of environmental systems and understand the features
that characterize them, dynamic, spatially distributed: multi component; multi-process;
integrated; and responsive

Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course students should be able to:
(i) design layouts and requirements for building and industries services;
(ii) Supervise the construction of the building services, commissioning systems and ongoing
maintenance and operation of services.
(iii) Develop new energy saving methods for construction, designing new and improved energy
conservation systems for buildings.
(iv) design, develop, construct and operate RHVAC systems. .
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Detailed Course Outline
Chapters Hours
1 Introduction, Chemistry review. 4
2 Water Sources. Water demand estimation. Wastewater generation rates. 6
Chemo-dynamics. Mass balances. Reactor, Modeling.
3 Head Worksand preliminary treatment, Wastewater treatment plant tour 6
4 Sedimentation. Primary Treatment. Microbiology. Biological Treatment 5
Filtration.Ion Exchange
5 Chemical oxidation, Adsorption 3
6 Final Design Presentations, Review 3
7 Environment and Built Environment: 8
 Environmental effects of built environment on climate change
(paradoxical case studies):
 green construction design and techniques;
 building natural air circulation; green belt space; landscaping
techniques;
 rains occurring more in urban cities than the country side; effects
of cities expansion
 reflection of light and heat sink effects in urban areas;
 carbon foot print of built environment;
 lighting, solar and other energy sources in buildings
 solid waste disposal in multi-story and bungalows.

8 Practical Design work (30 hours) 15

Modes of Delivery
The course will be taught by using Lectures, Tutorials, and Practical work.

Mode of Assessment
Through coursework assignment 5%, Tests 10%, Practical 25% and end of the semester
examinations 60%.Total 100%.

Study Materials
Beitz. G. W, E, (1988), Engineering Design (a systematic approach), The Design Council, London,

Nigel Cross (1994), Engineering Design Methods(Strategies for product design) 2nd Edition. John
Wiley & Sons,

McBean, E. A. Frank. A. Rovers, Grahame. J. Frarquhas (1995), Solid Waste Landfill Engineering
and Design, Prentice-Hall, Inc.

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Ashley, C. 1994. Traffic and Highway Engineering. Blackwell Scientific Publications, London.
Chudley, R. and Greeno, R. 1999. Building Construction Handbook. 3rd ed. Butterworth-
Heinemann, London.

McGhee, T.J. 1991. Water Supply and Sewerage. 4th ed. McGraw-Hill, New York.

ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS & MODELLING

Course Code and Title: TEEM 3204: Environmental Analysis &Modelling
Level: Year III Semester II
Credit Units: 3 CU
Contact Hours: 45 Hours

Brief Course Description

The course introduces students to environmental modeling and systems analysis

Course Objectives
The course aims to provide students with the skills needed to
(i) Learn the fundamentals of applied optimization
(ii) Develop competences in formulating optimization models and translating problems
descriptions into mathematically solvable models
(iii) Learn systems techniques including linear programming, integer, multi-objective, schostaic
and dynamic programming.
(iv) Solve challenging engineering problems that involve constrained resource allocation.
(v) Effectively communicate systems methods and modelling results

Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, a student should be able to:
(i) describe and explain what spatial models are, and their use in exploring and analyzing
environmental phenomena;
(ii) introduce students to systems analysis concepts and techniques applied to engineering
problems
(iii) Focus on optimization and simulation as well.
(iv) understand the principles of spatiotemporal modelling in GIS;
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Detailed Course Description
Chapter Hours
1 Modelling/ConceptWater and air quality management – Role of mathematical 5
models; systems approach –systems and models – kinds of mathematical models –
model development and validation effluent and stream standards; ambient air quality
standards.
2 Surface Water Quality Modelling:Historical development of water quality 8
models; rivers and streams water quality modeling – river hydrology and flow – low
flow analysis – dispersion and mixing – flow, depth and velocity – estuaries –
estuarine transport, net estuarian flow, estuary dispersion coefficient; Lakes and
impoundments –
Water Quality Response to Inputs; water quality modeling process – model 6
sensitivity – assessing model performance;Models for dissolved oxygen, pathogens;
Streeter – Phelps models.
3 Air Quality Modelling:Transport and dispersion of air pollutants – wind velocity, 5
wind speed and turbulence; estimating concentrations from point sources – the
Gaussian Equation – determination of dispersion parameters, atmospheric stability;
dispersion instrumentation – Atmospheric traces; concentration variation with
averaging time;.
Air pollution modeling and prediction – Plume rise modeling techniques, 5
modeling for non-reactive pollutants, single source – short term impact, multiple
sources and area sources, model Performance and utilization, computer models
4 Groundwater Quality Modelling:Mass transport of solutes, degradation of organic 6
compounds, application of concepts to predict groundwater contaminant movement,
seawater intrusion – basic conceptsand modeling
5 Computer Models:Exposure to computer models for surface water quality, 10
groundwater quality and air quality.

Modes of Delivery
The course will be taught by using Lectures and Tutorials.
Mode of Assessment
Through coursework Assignment 15%, Tests 25% and end of the semester written examinations
60%.Total 100%.

Study Materials
Steven C. Chapra, (1997) Surface Water Quality Modeling, The McGraw-Hill Companies,Inc.,
New York,.

Boubel, R. W.. Fox D. L, Turner D. B. and Stern A. C., (1994) Fundamentals of Air Pollution
Academic Press, New York,.

Ralph A. Wurbs, (1995) Water Management Models – A Guide to Software, Prentice Hall. PTR,
New Jersey,
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RESOURCES & ENVIRONMENTAL ECONOMICS
Course Code and Title: TEEM 3205: Resources & Environmental Economics
Level: Year III Semester II
Credit Units: 3 CU
Contact Hours: 45 Hours

Brief Course Description

This course will focus on the role of the environment in the theory and practice of economics. It
will make use of microeconomic and statistical analysis at the intermediate level and will
incorporate real-world examples. The course will be divided into two parts.
 Part I will cover the ways in which markets fail to efficiently allocate resources in the
presence of pollution along with the class of Pigouvian policies used to correct those
failures.
 Part II will focus on the empirical techniques used by economists to put values on
environmental commodities. Knowing these values is a precondition for properly applying
the policies described in Part I.

Course Objective
The objective of this course is to
 To looks at environmental issues from an economic perspective and provide an
overview of economic tools that are used to address environmental problems.

Learning Outcomes
At the end of this course, the learner should be able to;
(i) apply core economic theory and economic reasoning to applied topics.
(ii) show understanding of analytical methods, both theory and model based
(iii) demonstrate understanding of verbal, graphical, mathematical and econometric
representation of economic ideas and analysis, including the relationship between
them
(iv) work with abstract concepts and in a context of generality, reason logically and work
analytically
(v) Justify conclusions using economic arguments with appropriate rigour

Detailed Course Outline

Chapters Hours
1 Introduction: How do economists really think about the environment, Market 3
and efficiency
2 The Economy and the Environment: Introduction; Economics of Sustainable 3
Development; sustainability rules; Strong and weak sustainability; Indicators of
sustainability
3 Consumption and Production Decisions 3

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 4 Market Failures and Pigouvian Policy: Externalities, Pigouvial policy, coase 5
theorem, international Agreements, uncertainty, discounting, Heterogeneity and
tradable permits Market efficiency; Causes of Market failure; Incomplete
markets; Externalities; Non-convexities; Asymmetric information; Non-
exclusion and non-rivalry; Common property and public goods

5 Non Market Valuation: Measures of Economic value; Revealed; preference 5

methods; stated preference methods, Marginal Net Private Benefits (MNPB);
marginal external cost (MEC); potential for market bargaining in externality.
Attaching value to natural resources, Review of regression analysis , cost benefit
analysis and source of value, Hedonic method, Travel cost method, contingent
valuation method

6 Natural Resource Decisions: Renewable resources; Growth curves and 3

rates of exploitation; Revenue and cost curves; The catch effort function; Profit
maximization.

Open Access and Common Property Solutions; Management policies; 4

Exhaustible resources; Resource prices; Optimal use of exhaustible resources;
Backstop technology; Effects of changing parameters; Extraction costs;
Resource demand; Market structure; Discount rates; Discoveries

7 Economics of Pollution ControlPollution problem; Economic incentives for 3

protecting the environment; Regulating the market, information and uncertainty;
Fees vs. marketable permits

8 Natural Resource Accounting:Deficiencies in national income accounts, 5

concept of environmental quality; depletion; degradation and depreciation of
natural resources; exploitable and permanent resources; concepts of “wasting
assets”, renewable resource accounting; user cost approach; measurement of
environmental quality; environmental accounting in developing policies.

9 Economics of Valuation and Investment:Investment decision criteria such as 3

return on investment, payback period, internal rates of return, net present values,
risk and return, capital structures.

Cost Accounting and Control: Elements of costs; overheads, factory cost, total 4
costs, selling price, nature costs. Process and production costs, allocation
overheads, control and accounting of material, labour and overheads,
depreciation, break even analysis and break even chart.Cost analysis; cost
benefit analysis

Laws of Returns, Distribution, Rent, Interest and Profit.Earned value 4

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 index, schedule performance index, cost at completion, budget at completion,
estimate to completion, insurance policies

Modes of Delivery
The course will be taught by using Lectures, Tutorials and group discussions

Mode of Assessment
Through coursework Assignment 15%, Tests 25% and end of the semester written examinations
60%.Total 100%.

Study Materials
Joseph J. Seneca, Michael K. Tanssig (1974), Environmental Economics, Prentice-Hall.

Ruth Hillary (1994), The ECO-Management and Audit Scheme,

Gerry Johnson, Kevan Scholes (1995), Exploring Corporate Strategy, 4th Edition.

Turner K. (1997), Sustainable Environmental Economics and Management. Belhaven

press.

Banga, T.R. Sharma, S.C. (2000), Industrial Organization and Engineering Economics.
Khanna Publishers. 2-B, Nath Market, Naisarak. Delhi-110006.

MANAGEMENT FOR ENGINEERS

Course Code and Title: TMME 3201: Management for Engineers
Level: Year III Semester II
Credit Units: 3 CU
Contact Hours: 45 Hours

Brief Course Description

This course is a specialized form of management that is required to successfully lead engineering or
technical personnel and projects in industry. Throughout the Engineering Management course
emphasis is placed on team-based approaches, written and oral communications skills, management
of technology and continuous improvement.
Course Objectives
The objectives of this course is to enable students have;
(i) an understanding of and proficiency in engineering management and science.
(ii) A developed leadership, negotiation, and communication skills
(iii) the ability to build a collaborative effort within a group to foster teamwork environment.
(iv) the ability to apply analytical thought to the management process and enterprise as a total
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Learning Outcomes
At the end of this course students will exhibit
(i) expertise in industrial engineering management
(ii) leadership, negotiation skills and communicate effectively at all levels.
(iii) Will work diligently as part of a team and on own initiative
(iv) Investigative ability in management process.

Detailed Course Outlines

Chapter Hours
1. Management Theories: Definitions, Modern Management Theories and Management
levels. Functions of Management and Managers: Planning nature and scope, short 6
medium and long term plans (strategic management).
2. Organisations: Theories of Organisation, Types of organisation structure, charts,
Management by objective, result-orientated management, Organising process, 8
Controlling, Decision making and problem solving techniques, Leading and
Motivation
3. Work-study: Definition and benefits and work measurement method study. Plant 6
layout, Quality Circles and Quality Gurus. Select a few as Case Study
4. Marketing Management: Advertising and consumer behaviour. 6
5. Human Resource Management: The job, Recruitment selection and placement, Job 6
changes, Performance appraisal. Wages and salary administration
6. Employees Motivation and incentives, industrial conflict, bargaining, negotiations,
grievance handling and production, Behavioural aspects of employees, formal and 6
informal group, training and development discipline
7. Health and Safety: workplace temperature, operating equipment and machineries. 12
Noise levels at workplace. First Aid –Invite Guest Speaker(s)
8. Linear Programming: the Simplex Algorithm, transportation algorithm, The 6
Assignment algorithm
9. Inventory Control and materials management 4

Mode of Delivery:
Though Lectures, TutorialsandGroup Discussions

Mode of Assessment:
Through Assignment 15%, Tests 25% and end of semester Written Examinations 60% Total 100%

Study Materials
Chapman, C.B., Cooper,D.F. and Page, M. J. (2009) Management for Engineers, 3rd Ed. London,
John Wiley & Sons. ISBN: 0-471-91617-X

Glueck, G. F. (2008) Business Policy and Strategic Management, 3rd Edn. McGraw-Hill, New York

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Lorange, P. (2002) Corporate Planning: An Executive Viewpoint, Prentice Hall, Eaglewood Cliffs,
New Jersey,

Charnes, A. and Cooper, W. W. (2009) Management Models and Industrial Applications in Linear
Programming, Vol. 1, John Wiley, New York

Taha, H. A. (2005) Operational Research: An Introduction, 3rd Edn. Macmillan, New York

CONCRETE TECHNOLOGY
Course Code and Title: TEEM 3206: Concrete Technology
Level: Year III Semester II
Credit Units: 2 CU
Contact Hours: 30 Hours

Brief Description
This course introduces learners to the importance of having the right mix of Concrete for
environmental construction. It will introduce students to the quality matters of Concrete and their
reliability factors.

Course Objectives
The objectives of this course is to enable student
i. Learn the process of choosing Aggregate Stones for Construction Purposes
ii. Practice setting concrete mixture ratio
iii. Design structures that withstand adverse conditions

Learning Outcomes
At the end of the course the learner should be able to:
i. Determine the right mixture for construction Concrete
ii. Decide on the right mixing ration of Water to Cements and Stones
iii. Design structures that can serve the purpose of the facility over a long time according to
design specification

Detailed Course Outlines

1) Basics of Concrete Technology, Properties of Concrete. Types of Concrete. Materials for
Concrete: 3 Hrs
2) Aggregates: Types of Aggregates. Choice of Aggregates and their Production. Grading of
Aggregate. 4 Hrs
3) Types of Cements. Manufacture of Cements. Admixtures: Water. H20 to Cement Ratio.
Concrete Mix Designs. Batching of Aggregates, Cement and Water. Mixing and
Transporting of Concrete. Preparation and Joints setting. 6 Hrs
4) Placement and Compacting of Concrete. Curing of Concrete. Surface finishing of
Concrete. 3 Hrs
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 5) Forma Work. Reinforcements. Concrete mixing plant. Protecting Concrete. Weather and
Concrete. Concrete for Road Construction. 4 Hrs
6) Concrete Structure: Piles, Fluid Retaining Structures, Dams and Tunnels. Pre-Cast
Concrete Products. Floors and Surfaces. Durability of Concrete.` 5 Hrs
7) Quality Control Inspection and Testing. Detailing Laboratory Tests. 3 Hrs
8) Writing Concrete Specifications, Reinforcement Configurations and Placement 3 Hrs

Mode of Delivery
The course will be taught by using Lectures, Tutorials, and Practical Laboratory work.
Mode of Assessment
The course will be assessed according to Table below:
Assessment Contribution to final mark
Assignments 5%
Tests 10%
Practical work 25%
Final Examination 60%
Total 100%

Study Materials

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YEAR IV SEMESTER I

Synopsis
The fourth year represents the opportunity for a learner to tailor the focus of his/her degree by
choosing from six optional course units. A yearlong dissertations /individual project is done and this
gives the learner the opportunity to develop a highly refined engineering design solution within a
real world context.

REFRIGERATION ENGINEERING
Course Code and Title: TAPE 4108: Refrigeration Engineering
Level: Year IV Semester I
Credit Units: 3 CU
Contact Hours: 45 Hours
Brief Course Description
The course introduces students to refrigeration principles, consumables, and effects to
environment, plant controlling methods, use of equipment and tools, accessories, and refrigeration
systems troubleshooting techniques.

Course Objectives
The objectives of this course are to:
a) Teach learners the evolution of the refrigeration systems and hence enabling them identify
the gaps for further research in this area
b) Equip students with knowledge regarding the vapour compression systems, their
construction, operations, and analysis.
c) Enable learners appreciate the environmental impacts of refrigerants and refrigeration oils
and the measures put in place to reduce these impacts
d) Introduce students to Vapor absorption refrigeration systems (VARS)
e) Enable students develop an ability to carry out preventive troubleshooting techniques for
managing of refrigeration plant/units
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course students should be able to:
a) explain the evolution of the refrigeration systems and have an ability to identify the gaps for
further research in refrigeration engineering area
b) Describe vapour compression systems, their construction, operations, and analyse vapour
compression cycles, both single stage and multi – stage system cycles.
c) Appreciate the environmental impacts of various commonly used refrigerants and
refrigeration oils and the measures put in place or that can be put in place to reduce these
impacts
d) Explain the operation of VARS and distinguish between VARS and VCRS
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Detailed Course Description
Chapter Hours

1. Introduction to Refrigeration Engineering: History of refrigeration technology;

Methods of producing low temperatures; Objectives of refrigeration technology;
Refrigeration flow chart and symbols; Laws of Refrigeration; Applications of 3
refrigeration.
2. Review of Thermodynamics Fundamentals: Vapour thermodynamics properties 2
Tables and charts; Laws of thermodynamics; Carnot cycles; Heat engines,
refrigerators and heat pumps
3. The Vapour Compression Refrigeration Cycles and Analysis: The single stage
vapour compression Refrigeration cycle (VCRS); Superheating and sub – cooling
and the performance aspects of VCRS; Multi – stage (Multi compression and multi – 5
evaporator) vapour compression refrigeration systems
4. Refrigerants and Compressor Oils: Definition of Refrigerant concept;
Classification of refrigerants; Calculation of physical and chemical formulae;
Characteristics of refrigerants; Types of refrigerants and their applications; Qualities 4
of refrigerant for vapour compression cycle; Use of primary, secondary and tertiary
refrigerants; The chlorofluorocarbons CFCs as of environmental pollutants;
Functions of Compressor Oils;
5. Principles of Evaporation and Expansion: Function of Evaporators; Makes of
Evaporators; Types of expansions and Types of Evaporators; Cooling rooms
Evaporator arrangements; Influence of cooling load on refrigeration effect; Middle 4
mean temperatures calculation; Cooling capacity calculations.
6. Expansion Devices (Throttling valves): Concept of throttling organ; Duties of
refrigerant throttling organs; Types of throttling organs; Principle of Automatic
expansion valve; Principle of Thermostatic Expansion Valve; Types Sensor charge
and Methods of Sensor bulb mounting; Testing and Adjusting of Thermostatic 3
Expansion Valve; Servicing Thermostatic Expansion Valve; The principle of
Capillary tube; Calculation of Superheat; Effects of Flush gas and Superheating of
gas
7. Refrigeration Compressors: Principle of Compression; Types of Compressors and
Valve and Valve plates; Piston-cylinder crankshaft arrangements and assemblies;
Types of Compressors-Motor coupling; Advantages and disadvantages of motor 4
compressor; Advantages of Spiral compressors over others; Service Valves and
Mufflers; Compressor Cooling and Lubrication
8. Principles of Condensation: Fundamentals of Refrigerant Condensers; Principles of
refrigerant condensers; Types of Condensers; Energy flow processes in the
condensers; Air and Water condensers; K-Value of condensation and fluid flows; 3
Types of fluid flow directions; Condensation capacity calculations
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 VARS; Comparison between VARS and VCRS.
10. Laboratory and workshop practice (30 hours): Tools and Accessories; Materials
and their Application; Piping and Joint Material Work; Electrical Installation Work;
Refrigerant Controls; Service Techniques; Installation Techniques; Electrical Fault 15
finding; Mechanical Fault finding
Mode of Delivery
The course will be taught by using Lectures, Tutorials, and Practical Laboratory work.
Mode of Assessment
The course will be assessed according to Table below:
Assessment Contribution to final mark
Assignments 5%
Tests 10%
Project work 25%
Final Examination 60%
Total 100%

Study Materials
HundyGH and A.R. Trott, 2008; Refrigeration and Air conditioning Fourth Edition; Butterworth-
Heinemann; ISBN: 978-0750685191
Frank Kreith, Shan K. Wang, Paul Norton (1999), Air conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering,
CRC Press (1999), ISBN 9780849300578
Rajput , R. K., 2014; A textbook of Refrigeration and Air conditioning; S.K. Kataria ISBN 978 –
93 – 5014 – 255 – 4
R. K. Singal, 2014; Refrigeration and Psychrometric Charts; S.K. Kataria & Sons; ISBN 81 –
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ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT
Course Title and Code: TEEM 4102: Environmental Impact Assessments
Level: Year IV Semester I
Credit Units: 3 CU
Contact Hours: 45 Hours

Brief Course Description

The course introduces students to concept of EIA and EA Legal Framework; Methods of Impact
Identification & Analysis; enforcement of environmental monitoring and compliancy regulations
and environmental management systems.

Course Objectives
The course aims to:
(i) Introduce students to the EIA process
(ii) Familiarize students with the EIA laws and regulations in Uganda
(iii) Provide students with a clear methodology to conduct a successful EIA
(iv) Enable students to prepare a full EIA report
(v) Enable students to evaluate the quality and completeness of existing EIAs

Course Outcomes
By the end of this course, a student should be able to:
(i) improve the capacity of the Environmental Practitioners with EINEA training manual;
(ii) Demonstrate specific roles and responsibilities of EPs in the EIA/EA processes.
(iii) Instilling of core competencies in EIA/EA practitioners;
(iv) reinforcing accountability and strengthening of EPs
(v) applying Strategic Environmental Assessments (SEAs)
(vi) Enforce environmental monitoring and compliancy regulations for EIA & A.
(vii) carry out environmental management systems
Detailed Course Description
Chapters Hours

1 Environmental Auditing 5
Concept of Environmental Auditing,Reasons to conduct Environmental
Auditing. Functions (role) of an Environmental Audit, Benefits of
Environmental Auditing.

2 Review of Environmental Auditing Policies: 10

 Policies and Regulations Elating to Environmental Auditing,
 Penalties, Liabilities, and Incentives,
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 3 Guidelines for Environmental Auditing 5
 General Principles of Environmental auditing,
 Audit procedures,
 qualification criteria for Environmental Auditors
4 Strategy for Implementing Proposed Guidelines: 8
 Promote the adoption of EMS by all organizations,
 activities requiring EA, frequency of EAs,
 public involvement in EAs,
 coordination and supervision of the Audit process,
 capacity building, registration and accreditation of Environmental Auditors
5 Environmental Management Systems (ISO 14001-EMS): 12
 Environmental Policy (Commitment; Planning, Implementation)
 Planning (Environmental Aspects of activities, products or services,
Legal/other requirements, Objectives and Targets, Environmental
Management Programme and Action Plan);Implementation (Structure and
Responsibility, Training, Awareness, Competence,
6 Communication, EMS, Document Control, Operational Control, Emergency 5
Preparedness/Response);
 Measurements and Evaluation (Monitoring And Measurement, Non-
Conformance/Corrective Actions, Records, EMS Audit);
 Management Review. Continual improvement

Mode of Delivery
The course will be taught by using Lectures, Tutorials and Group Discussions

Mode of Assessment
The course will be assessed through assignments 15%, tests 25%, and end of the semester written
examination 60%. Total 100%.

Study Materials
B Wisner, P. Blaikie, T Cannon & I. Devis, (2004), At Risk-Natural Hazards, People’s
Vulnerability and Disaster;

Mats Zackrisson, Gunnar Bengtsson, Camilla Nor berg, (May 2004), Measuring your Company’s
Environmental Impact, James & James/Earth scan Science publishers Ltd,

Turner, K. (1997), Sustainable Environmental Economics and Management. Belhaven press

Joseph J. Seneca, Michael K. Tanssig (1974), Environmental Economics, Prentice-Hall

Glynn Henry, J, Gary W Heinke (1989) Environmental Science and Engineering, Prentice Hall,
ISBN 0-13-283177-5

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ENVIRONMENTAL RISK MANAGEMENT
Course Title and Code: TEEM 4103: Environmental Risk Management
Level: Year IV Semester I
Credit Units: 3 CU
Contact Hours: 45 Hours

Brief Course Description

Risk assessment is a critical element of environmental management. However, the term “risk” does
not have a single unambiguous definition. In this course we begin by examining the definition of
risk in the context of environmental management, and compare experts‟ and laymen‟s approaches to
risk assessment. We look at exposure measurement, toxicology, and epidemiology as ways to assess
environmental risk in terms of effects on human health and safety; difficulties inherent to such
analyses (e.g., cumulative and synergistic effects, uncertainty) are concerned.

Course Objective
This course objective is to provide students with an in-depth knowledge of the current risk
assessment procedures.

Learning Outcomes
At the end of the course the learner will be able to:
(i) Describe exposure scenarios and the principles of the exposure and effect assessment of
chemicals
(ii) Define the principles of setting limit values in the environment and for human health
(iii) Give an overview of most important guidelines for chemical risk assessment of chemicals
(iv) Critically evaluate and use methods for effect and exposure assessment of chemicals
(v) Identify relevant data for human health and environmental risk assessment of chemicals

Detailed Course Outlines

Chapters Hours

1 Introduction: Sources of Environmental hazards – Environmental and 3

ecological risks Environmental risk assessment framework – Regulatory
perspectives and requirements –.
2 Risk Analysis and Management and historical perspective; Social benefit Vs 3
technological risks; Path to risk analysis; Perception of risk, risk assessment in
different disciplines
3 Elements of Environmental Risk Assessment: Hazard identification and 4
accounting – Fate and behaviour of toxics and persistent substances in the
environment – Properties, processes and parameters that control fate and
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4 Receptor exposure to Environmental Contaminants – Dose Response 6
Evaluation Exposure Assessment – Exposure Factors, Slope Factors, Dose
Response calculations and Dose Conversion Factors – Risk Characterization
and consequence determination – Vulnerability assessment – Uncertainty
analysis
5 Tools and Methods for Risk Assessment: Cause failure analysis – Event tree 5
and fault tree modeling and analysis – Multimedia and multipath way exposure
modeling of contaminant migration for estimation of contaminant
concentrations in air, water, soils, and vegetation and animal products..
6 Estimation of Carcinogenic and non-carcinogenic risks to human health – 4
Methods in Ecological risk assessment – Probabilistic risk assessments –
radiation risk assessment – Data sources and evaluation
7 Risk Management: Risk communication and Risk Perception – comparative 5
risks – Risk based decision making – Risk based environmental standard
setting – Risk Cost Benefit optimization and tradeoffs.
8 Emergency Preparedness Plans – Emergency planning for chemical agent 5
release – Design of risk management programs – risk based remediation; Risk
communication, adaptive management, precaution and stake holder
involvement.
9 Applications: Case studies on risk assessment and management for hazardous 10
chemical storage – Chemical industries – Tanneries – Textile industries –
Mineral processing and Petrochemical plants. Hazardous waste disposal
facilities – nuclear power plants – contaminated site remediation. Case histories
on Bhopal, Chernobyl, Seveso, Three Mile Island.

Mode of Delivery
The course will be taught by Using Lectures, Tutorials, and Group Discussions

Mode of Assessment:
The course will be assessed through assignments 15%, tests 25%,, and end of semester written
examination 60%. Total 100%.

Study Materials
Cutter, S.L., (1999), .Environmental Risk and Hazards, Prentice-Hall of India Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi,

Kolluru Rao, Bartell Steven, Pitblado R and Stricoff, (1996). “Risk Assessment and Management
Handbook”, McGraw Hill Inc., New York,

Kofi Asante Duah, (1998) “Risk Assessment in Environmental management”, John Wiley and
sons, Singapore,.

Kasperson, J. X. and Kasperson, R. E, (2003), Global Environmental Risks, V.N. University Press,
New York,

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Susan L Cutter, (1999) “Environmental Risks and Hazards” Prentice Hall of India, New Delhi,.

Joseph F Louvar and B Diane Louver, (1997), Health and Environmental Risk Analysis
fundamentals with applications, Prentice Hall, New Jersey,

Mitchell, B. (2004). Introduction: Policy context, issues, and challenges. In Mitchell, B. (ed.),
Resource and environmental management in Canada: Addressing conflict and uncertainty (3rd ed.).
Don Mills, ON: Oxford University Press.

Rowe, W.D. (1977). An Anatomy of Risk. New York: John Wiley & Sons.

Whyte, Anne V. & Burton, I. (eds.) (1980). Environmental Risk Assessment. Chichester, UK: John
Wiley & Sons.

ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH AND SAFETY

Course Title and Code: TEEM 4104: Environmental Health and Safety
Level: Year IV Semester I
Credit Units: 3 CU
Contact Hours: 45 Hours

Brief Course Description

The course introduces students to health issues, sanitation related illnesses and diseases, climate
changeimpacts, industrial pollution and environmental pollution. It also introduces students to
safety management issues in industry, causes of accidents and measures to prevent accidents in the
work environment. Methods to predict, eliminate, or reduce unsafe conditions at the design and
construction stage by utilizing engineering controls.

Course Objectives
The course will enable the learner understand how to:
(i) Describe the safety engineering issues of a typical industrial workplace.
(ii) Evaluate blueprints to predict unsafe conditions for construction and other industrial sites.
(iii) Analyze the safety requirements for workers with disabilities.
(iv) Select applicable safety engineering requirements for equipment, automated lines, systems
and/or processes as protective devices.
(v) Employ safety engineering principles in designing a manufacturing facility.
(vi) Develop engineering controls for unsafe conditions in a typical fabrication layout

Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, a student should be able to:
(i) Identify unsafe conditions in a typical construction and/or manufacturing workplace.
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 (iii) Select engineering controls used to eliminate or reduce unsafe conditions in a given
workplace.
(iv) Analyze the safety requirements for workers with disabilities.
(v) Evaluate blueprints for unsafe conditions.
(vi) Develop engineering controls for unsafe conditions in a typical fabrication layout.
(vii) Demonstrate engineering principles in designing a manufacturing facility.
Detailed Course Outline
Chapters Hours
1 Environment Health and Pollution: Engineering and infectious diseases 6
(water-related infections, excreta-related infections, refuse-related infections,
housing-related infections); Health and water chemistry (the absence of
necessary chemicals, harmful organic and inorganic); Water quality and
standards (drinking water quality, wastewater quality, industrial wastes, bathing
water quality, irrigation water quality, water quality and fish); Health hazards of
waste re-use (health and agricultural re-use, health and fish farming).

2 Environmental Modifications and Vector-Borne Diseases: Engineering 6

control of arthropod vectors (mosquito-borne diseases, fly-borne diseases,
chagas‟ disease and bugs, lice, fleas, ticks and mites); dams, irrigation and health
(general considerations, Onchocerciasis, malaria, Arboviral infections, Bancroft
ran and Malayanfilariasis, spillways and reservoir release policies);
Schistosomiasis (Engineering methods in schistosomiasis control, schistosome
removal from water and wastes.
3 National Health, Safety Policies and Regulations:Safety procedures and 4
precautions; Health and national development; Sound environmental
management techniques. National Health Policies; National Social Health
Security Insurance; Uganda Herbal Medicine research policies;
4 Pollution and Human Health:Acoustical concepts: Sound its propagation in 4
gases (air), liquids and solids. Effects of noise to the people and environment;
Effects on people‟s performance; Noise standards and limits; International and
National Standard; Legal implications of noise control requirements: Noise
impact assessment; Noise control techniques.
5 HIV/AIDS Impact in relation to Environment 10
 Environmental Psychology
 Concept of evolution mechanisms of HIV/AIDS
 Counselling and guidance techniques
 Planning, Demography and capacity building levels
 Effects to social-economical and educational, workplace and cultural
situation
 Occupational Health and safety promotion programmes and funding
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 6 Safety Engineering, Causes of accidents and accident proneness: The 6
physical environment; type of industry; hours of work; lighting; temperature;
equipment design; personal factors; intelligence; health and physical condition;
fatigue; work experience; age; personality characteristics. -proneness.
7 Safety Engineering, Accident prevention: Reporting and analyzing accidents; 6
design of the work environment; organizational climate; training for accident
prevention; safety publicity campaigns. Theory of hazard and accident
causation: classification by causes;

8 Safety Engineering; Drug use and Alcoholism in industry: Effects of 6

alcoholism on the job; the alcoholic executive; rehabilitation of alcoholics in
industry to safeguard safety Effects of drug use on the job; challenges in
industry; how does industry meet the drug problem.

9 Safety Engineering;Occupational Health Management: Impacts of 4

occupational safety, health, hazards, diseases and accidents. Preventive and
mitigation measures of occupational diseases.
10 Safety Engineering; Industrial law and Safety Policies: Nature and source of 8
law-an outline of the laws of tort and contract; factories Act; occupational
health, safety and welfare; offences, penalties and legal proceedings. Trade
Unions Act; liabilities, trade disputes Act, protection of the essential services,
life and property; other relevant Acts, industry Act, Environmental protocols.

Mode of Delivery
The course will be taught by using Lectures, Tutorials and Group Discussions

Mode of Assessment:
The course will be assessed through assignments 5%, tests 10%, practical 25%, and end of semester
written examination 60%. Total 100%

Study Material
NASA (16 December 2008). Agency Risk Management Procedural Requirements. NASA NPR
8000.4A.

Hunter, Salzman and Zaelke‟s, (2007), International Environmental Law and Policy, Treaty,
Supplement (University Casebook Series) (Paperback).

Katerina Syngellakis, EllyArudo, (May 2006), Uganda Health Sector Policy Overview Paper, IT
Power UK.

Martand, T. (2004), Industrial Engineering and Production Management, Chand and Company Ltd,

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U.S Agency for International Development (2002), Declining HIV prevalence, (Behaviour
change and the National Response-what happened in Uganda?) and the Allan Guttmacher
Institute (2003)

Singal. S. P. (2000), Noise Pollution and Control. Narosa Publishing House, New Delhi.

Krishnan, N.V. (2000), Safety Management in Industry, Jaico Publishing House, New Dehli,

US FAA (2000). System Safety Handbook. Washington, DC: US FAA.

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YEAR IV SEMESTER I ELECTIVES
The Learner is required to choose only one Elective/ Option this semester

PETROLEUM EXPLORATION & PRODUCTION

Course Code and Title: TMME 4105: Petroleum Exploration & Production (Elective)
Level: Year IV Semester I
Credit Units: 3 CU
Contact Hours 45 Hours

Brief Course Description

The course introduces students to petroleum explorations activities, measurement of
properties of reservoir rock and reservoir fluids; methods used in resource exploration;
prediction of the behaviour of oil and gas reservoir; production technology; petroleum
drilling and machinery

Course Objectives
The course aims to provide learners with necessary skills in:
(i) petroleum explorations activities
(ii) measuring properties of Reservoir Rock and Reservoir Fluids;
(iii) Predicting the behaviour of Oil and Gas Reservoir;
(iv) the use of Oil and Gas Machinery and Equipment;
Learning Outcomes
At the end of this course, a student should be able to:
(i) Know how to carry out petroleum explorations activities,
(ii) Apply knowledge of measuring properties of reservoir rock and reservoir fluids;
(iii) Understand the methods of resource exploration;
(iv) Predict the behaviour of Oil and Gas Reservoir;
(v) carry out surface production technology through use of oil and gas equipment;

Detailed Course Description

Chapter Hours
Introduction: Survey of Petroleum prospecting and mapping, Measurement of 3
properties of reservoir rock and reservoir fluids
Drying Migration, accumulation and exploitation of petroleum. Fluid properties on 5
the principles of petroleum recovery
Fundamental Principles of Drillingfluids and drilling problems. Geophysical methods 5
used in resource. Drilling exploration methods
Petroleum Production Practices, over and petroleum transportation, PVT properties 6
and interpretation of PVT reports
Quantitative Study and Predictionof reservoir behaviour of oil and gas, Treatment of 6
topic industry denotation and solution of the diffusivity equation
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Applications of Materials balance equation to water influx calculations. 6
Surface Production Technology, Ocean water oil pumping technologies, Petroleum 5
Drilling Technology
Petroleum Mining and Machinery, Materials, equipment and structures 4
Transportation of petroleum by; pipelines, road, rail, water or any other means 5

Mode of Delivery
The course will be taught by using Lectures, Tutorials, and Field Work.

Mode of Assessment
The course will be assessed through Assignments 15%, Tests 25%, field and written final
examination 60%. Total 100%

Study Materials
Gill Wilkins (2002), Technology Transfer for Renewable Energy, James & James Science
publishers

Anandshukla, Anilmisra & MazharilIsam, (2002) Renewable Energy for Sustainable Development,
BIS-Verlag, ISBN 3-8142-0837-4

Estop T, D, Croft Dr. (1990), Energy Efficiency for Engineers and Technologies, Longman.
London, ISBN 0-582-03184-2

Domkundwar, Kothandaraman (2000) A course in “Thermal Engineering” SI units, 5th Edition,

Dhanpt Rai & Co. (p) Ltd Nai Sarak. Delhi-110006

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PROJECT PLANNING & MANAGEMENT
Course Code and Title: TEEM 4101 Project Planning & ManagementElective
Level: Year IV Semester I
Credit Units: 3 CU
Contact Hours: 45 Hours

Brief Course Description

This course aims at providing both basic and some advanced exposure to Project
Management, to develop the manager of tomorrow to successfully complete sophisticated
projects within the constraints of capital, time, and other resources. The course further
introduces students to principles of natural resource Planning and management; plus the
roles of project team research approaches, monitoring and evaluations reports;
Course Objectives
The course aims to enable interactive learning in class whereby student:
(i) will learn how to identify and schedule project resources, create project flow charts,
produce critical path planning and evaluation reports. Important issues of staff
selection and team management are also covered.
(ii) will use Projects in the computer lab using MS Project. The learning objectives will
be reinforced by two case studies that allow the participants to apply the principles
and use the tools they have learnt, in their work place.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course students should be able to:
(i) implement green functions of Management and Managers
(ii) conduct project planning and Implementation approaches
(iii) carry out project monitoring and evaluation reports
(iv) conduct project management quality control
Detailed CourseOutline
Chapters Hours
1 Concepts of Project Definition, life cycle, and systems approach: Uniqueness 3
of projects and diversity of project life cycles analysis. Project feasibility
analysis using NPV, RADR, IRR and life cycle costing.
3 Estimating the Activities. Planning the activities; Project planning matrix, 5
Creating network diagrams, Determining PERT – program evaluation review
technique, GANTT diagrams and work breakdown structures
5 Financial Assessment/ Cost Benefit Analysis Project appraisal techniques 4
Time Estimation and project scheduling
6 Project Human Resource Management: Planning for staff acquisition, 4
staffing management plans, team formation and enhancement, conflict
resolution techniques, team debriefing and demobilization at project
completion.
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 procedures, quality systems and quality assurance in projects. EVM, SPC-
diagrams.
8 Project Communications Management: Importance of communications, 4
communications management plans, barriers to communication and conflict.
Outputs of communications planning. Project management information system.
9 Project Risk Management: Probability and risk, risk and project 4
performance, risk planning, risk monitoring and control.
10 Project Procurement Management: Appraisal for resource procurement, 4
solicitation, tendering, post-tender and contract administration. Contract audit
and closure.
11 Professional Responsibility in Project Management: Continuous 4
professional development, integrity and ethical considerations in project
management.
12 Project Monitoring. The indicator selection of each activity, Data concerning 6
indicators collection; Data analysis; Appropriate presentation of the
information; Use of the information to improve work).
Project evaluation for services and facilities:
 Functioning from a technical, administrative and resource perspective
 Utilized from a sociological, administrative and technical perspective
 Achieving the intended impact from a health, sociological and economic
perspective.
13 Contract Management and Consultancy Skills 4
14 Final Year Project proposals 8

Modes of Delivery
The course will be taught by using Lectures and Tutorials

Mode of Assessment
Through coursework assignment 15%, Tests 25% and end of the semester examinations 60%.Total
100%.

Study Materials
Buffa,E.S. & Miller, J.G. (1979), Production Inventory systems: Planning andControl (3rded),
Irwin, Homewood, Illinois.

Meredith,J.R. and Mantel S.J. (1985), Project Management, Wiley.

Wiest,J.D. & Levy, F.K. (1977) .AManagement Guide to PERT/CPM (2nded), Prentice-Hall,
Englewood cliffs,N.J.,

Mitchell, B. (2004). Introduction: Policy Context, Issues, and Challenges. In Mitchell, B. (ed.),
Resource and environmental management in Canada: Addressing conflict and uncertainty (3rd ed.).
Don Mills, ON: Oxford University Press.
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ENERGY PRODUCTION
Course Code and Title: TMME 4105: Energy Production (Elective)
Course Level: Level IV Semester I
Credit Unit: 3 CU
Contact Hours: 45 Hours

Brief Course Description

This course provides an overall view of energy conversion and management in industry and in
buildings by following the streams of energy from the site boundaries to the end users. Learners
will be expose to the general principles of energy conversion and energy sources, both traditional
and renewable, in a broad range of facilities such as electrical substations, boiler plants, heat and
power plants, electrical networks, thermal fluid distributions lines and insulations.
Course Objectives:
This course aims to enable the learner:
(i) Understands a broad array of power generation and distribution facilities around the
concept of energy conversion, from traditional and renewable sources, correlating many
apparently disparate topics
(ii) Gets expose to fundamental formulas and information-rich figures to help learners in
solving any practical energy conversion problems
(iii) Discovers a holistic perspective on energy conversion and management with a vision of
each application as a system beyond its individual elements
Learning Outcomes
At the end of the course, the learner should be able to:
(i) Classify the types power generation and distribution facilities around the concept of
energy conversion, from traditional and renewable sources,
(ii) Apply and solve fundamental formulas and information-rich figures in solving any
practical energy conversion problems
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Detailed Course Description
Chapter Hours
1) Introduction to Energy Components. Energy demand and Conservation 5
2) Energy: Alternative sources of energy and their application 6
3) Conventional Resources(fossil fuels): Nuclear, Coal, and petroleum 8
4) Renewable Energy Systems: Biomass: Biofuels, Biogas, Gasification, fuel 10
plants, solar photovoltaics, solar thermal systems, hydropower systems
(emphasis on small, micro-and –fine-hydro systems), wind energy,
5) Geothermal, Ocean currents, 6
6) Natural Gas and the fuel cell. 5
7) Combined heat and power systems. 5

Mode of Delivery
Through Lectures, Tutorials, Demonstration

Mode of Assessment
Through Coursework assignment 15%, Tests 25% and end of semester written examination 60%

Study Materials
Yasser Demirel, (2012), Energy: Production, Conversion, Storage, Conservation, and Coupling
(Green Energy and Technology) Hardcover – Springer; ISBN-13: 978-1447123712 / ISBN-10:
1447123719

Giovanni Petrecca, (2014), Energy Conversion and Management: Principles and Applications
Hardcover – Springer; 4th ed. ISBN-13: 978-3319065595 / ISBN-10: 3319065599

Edewor, F.R., Mcauliffe J.O., Benn, C.A. (1981), Production and Utilisation of Synthetic Fuels: An
Energy Economics Study. Hardcover – Applied Science, ASIN: B000P9FQQY

Wellinger A, Jerry D Murphy M. D, Baxter, D, (2013), The Biogas Handbook: Science,

Production and Applications, Hardcover –1st Ed. Woodhead Publishing, ISBN-13: 978-
0857094988 / ISBN-10: 085709498X
Dieter Deublein, Angelika Steinhauser (2010), Biogas from Waste and Renewable Resources: An
Introduction Hardcover –2nd Ed. Wiley-VCH; ISBN-13: 978-3527327980 ISBN-10: 3527327983

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YEAR IV SEMESTER II

ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND MARKETING

Course Code and Title: TEEM 4201: Entrepreneurship & Marketing
Level: Year IV Semester II
Credit Units: 3 CU
Contact Hours: 45 Hours

Brief Course Description

This course introduces students to small-scale business start-up, development and management. It
covers choice of business, risk taking, capital mobilization and growth of a business
Course Objectives
The course aims to provide students with;
(i) knowledge about the origins of entrepreneurship and an entrepreneur;
(ii) knowledge about entrepreneurship development and need for proper accounting
(iii) insight on how to identify, evaluate and select business opportunities
(iv) skills to perform self-evaluation based on accounting concepts and principles
(v) knowledge on how to carry out feasibility and viability of an investment opportunity
(vi) insight to exploit the Entrepreneurial Environment provided by the political
socioeconomic and technological conditions.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this course unit, the students will be able to:
(i) explain the origins of entrepreneurship and describe an entrepreneur
(ii) outline and explain the stages of entrepreneurship development
(iii) explain the barriers to Entrepreneurship and accounting concepts
(iv) perform self-evaluation to match accounting principles to business opportunities
(v) analyse the entrepreneurial environment and apply the right accounting conventions
(vi) ensure start-up, survival and sustainability of an investment opportunity
(vii) identify their own personal entrepreneurial potential, and competences
(viii) identify and exploit business opportunities and resources.

Detailed Course Outlines

Chapter Hours
1. Entrepreneurship concepts and Origin 3
2. Theories of Entrepreneurships and characteristics 5
3. Entrepreneurial Process, Environment and Development 5
4. Business Start-up and growth 6
5. Management of Entrepreneurial Risk 3
6. Accounting Basics: Accounting Concepts, Principles & Conventions. Cash 12
Book, Trial Balance and Balance Sheet Bank Reconciliation
7. Elements of Financial Statements: assets, Liabilities, incomes, equity and 6
Expenses
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8. Depreciation methods based on time, Straight line method, Declining balance 5
method, Sum-of-the-years'-digits method

Mode of Delivery
Through Lectures, Tutorials, Demonstrations and peer group discussions

Mode of Assessment
Through, Assignment 15%, Tests 25% and written examinations 60%. Total 100%

Study Materials
Norman M. Scarborough (2013), Essentials of Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management,
7th Ed. Pearson, ISBN-13: 978-0132666794 ISBN-10: 0132666790

Robert E. Sweo and Sandra K Pate, (2004), International Business: A Practical Approach
2ndEd.Create Space Independent Publishing Platform; ISBN-10: 14-991-128-4-X / ISBN-13: 978-
1499112849

Jeff Tanner, Earl D. Honeycutt, Robert C. Erffmeyer ,(2008), Sales Management, Prentice Hall,
ISBN-13: 978-0132324120 / ISBN-10: 0132324121

Singal. R. K., (2014), Entrepreneurship Development & Management, Katara, India, ISBN: 81-
89757-00-8

Singal. R. K., (2011), Entrepreneurship, Katara, India, ISBN: 81-89757-00-8

ENVIRONMENT MONITORING AND INSPECTION

Course Code and Title: TEEM 4203: Environment Monitoring & Inspection
Level: Year IV Semester II
Credit Units: 3 CU
Contact Hours: 45 Hours

Brief Course Description

This course exposes students to environmental monitoring techniques using dedicated instruments
for analysis. The following methods of monitoring the environment will be studied; Spectro-
analytical Methods, Chromatographic Methods: Electro analytical Methods.

Course Objectives
The objectives of this course are to:
(i) Train the learner on the basic of measurements
(ii) Train learner on analysis methods using spectro-analysis, chromatographic and electro
analytical methods.
(iii) Teach them Radioactive decay.
Course Outcomes
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At the end of the course learner should be able to
(i) Know basic measurements process of the environment
(ii) Apply the different methods of analyzing data from measurement.
(iii) Know how to minimise the danger of radioactive substance

Detailed Course Outline

Chapters Hours
1 Basics of Measurement: Classification of instrumental methods, signals and 10
noise- sources of noise, noise reduction. Sensitivity and detection limit. Errors-
types, expression of errors. Precision and accuracy methods of expressing an
accuracy- method of expressing precision and accuracy. Calibration of instrumental
methods- calibration curves, standard addition and internal standard methods–
theory
2 Spectro-Analytical MethodsElectromagnetic radiation- properties, emission and 10
absorption of radiation. Fluorescence and Phosphorescence. Atomic absorption and
emission spectrometry- principle and instrumentation. ICP source. Fluorimetry,
nephelometry and turbidimety- principle and instrumentation. Ultraviolet-visible
spectrophotometry principle and instrumentation. Beer‟s law.

3 Chromatographic Methods: Classification, general theory- column efficiency 10

and resolution, band broadening. Evaluation methods, quantitative determination.
Principle and instrumentation of gas chromatography and HPLC. Ion exchange
chromatography and size exclusion chromatography. Mass spectrometry.
4 Electro Analytical Methods: Potentiometry- electrochemical cell, reference 10
electrodes, Glass electrode. Measurement of pH. Potentiometric titrations. Ion –
selective electrodes. Conductometry- electrolytic conductivity specific, equivalent
and molar conductance. Conductance cells, conductivity meters. Conductometric
titrations. Coulometry and polarography
5 Radio Analytical and Other Methods: Particles emitted in radioactive decay. 10
Measurement of radioactivity- Ionization chamber, proportional counter,
scintillation counter and Geiger counter. Isotopic dilution analysis and activation
analysis. NDIR for CO analysis, chemiluminescent analyzer for NOx, fluorescent
analyzer for. SO2 , flow injection analysis and CHN analyzer

Mode of Delivery
Through Lectures, Tutorials and Practical lessons

Mode of Assessment
Through coursework assignment 5%, Tests 10% practical 25% and end of the semester
examinations 60%. Total 100%

Study Material

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Willard H.H, Merit, L.LDean, J.A. and F.A. Settle, Instrumental Methods of Analysis, 7thEd. CBP
Publishers and Distributors, New Delhi 1986

Skoog D.A., D, M, West and T.A Nieman, Principles of Instrumental Analysis, 5thEd.Thomson
Asion (P) Ltd. Singapore, 2004

J. Mendham, R.C Denney, J.D Barnes and M.Thomas, Vogel’s Textbook of Quantitative. Chemical
analysis, 6th Ed. Pearson Education Ltd New Delhi 2002

PROJECT DISSERTATION

This particular course unit is compulsory and must be done over Two Semesters in the final
year

Course Code and Title: TEEM 4202: Project Dissertation (Core Course Unit)
Level: Year IV Semesters I & II
Credit Units: 5 CU
Contact Hours: 75 Hours

Brief Course Description

This course provides the student with the opportunity to independently undertake a research project
from the point of requirements analysis to deploying a tested and well-engineered solution, with the
assistance of a Project Supervisor(s). The student has to demonstrate a high level of professionalism
and best practice in terms of documentation and engineering standards.

Course Objectives
The course aims to provide students with understanding and skills on:
(i) Developing a concept and plan for a commercially viable engineering project
(ii) Determining requirements and coming up with design specification
(iii) Choosing appropriate manufacturing/ production processes, tools and methods
(iv) Engineering maintenance and management
(v) Product quality assurance and testing
(vi) Project documentation and publication

Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course the student should be able to:
(i) Explain the nature of engineering projects and their challenges including management
(ii) Demonstrate understanding of Finance Planning, Budgeting of time and money, costing of
materials in engineering projects
(iii) Integrate the concepts of Risk Management, Human resource management, control of time
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 (iv) Demonstrate the ability to develop a business plan as part of the Project Proposal for their
choice of research project
(v) Demonstrate creativity and innovation in the developing engineering solution.
(vi) Develop the requirements and design specifications
(vii) Attest and practice high-quality Project Management skills in enhancing individual
effectiveness and productivity
(viii) Document the research details in accordance to well-known practices

Detailed Course Outlines

The major areas that will be covered include:
 Project proposal and business plans
 The content will demand Problem identification and definition of objectives; Planning,
executing and presentation of the problem and solution within time and cost restraints
Information search interpretation and applications;
 Requirements Analysis, specifications and research design, Project management
 Data collection; Means for data collection, which may range from practical tests to field,
surveys. analysis and presentation
 Generation and evaluation of solutions or recommendations and conclusion
 Project Report Write UP
 Defending the dissertations in Viva voce Examinations to a Panel

Mode of Delivery
Through Presentation and Project Supervision by Supervisors

Mode of Assessment
i. Project Proposal 20%
ii. Project Demonstration / Presentation 30%
iii. Written Project Report 50%
Total 100%

Study Materials
Michael J. (Jay) Polonsky, David S. Waller (2014), Designing and Managing a Research Project:
A Business Student's Guide, 3rd Ed., SAGE Publications, Inc., ISBN-13: 978-1452276564 / ISBN-
10: 1452276560

Catherine Dawson (2009), Introduction to Research Methods: A Practical Guide for Anyone
Undertaking a Research Project– How to Books; 4th Ed.ISBN-10: 1845283678 / ISBN-13: 978-
1845283674

Martin Brett Davies, Nathan Hughes (2014), Doing a Successful Research Project: Using
Qualitative or Quantitative Methods– 2nd Ed. Palgrave Macmillan; ISBN-10: 1137306424 /
ISBN-13: 978-1137306425

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Randy R. Stoecker, (2012), Research Methods for Community Change: A Project-Based
Approach–2nd Ed. SAGE Publications, Inc., ISBN-13: 978-1412994057 / ISBN-10: 1412994055.

Robert Mark Silverman, Kelly L. Patterson (2014), Qualitative Research Methods for Community
Development- 1st Ed. Routledge; ISBN-13: 978-0415740364 / ISBN-10: 0415740363

HEALTH & SAFETY ENGINEERING

Course Code and Title: TIEM 4201: Health & Safety Engineering
Level: Year IV Semester II
Credit Units: 3 CU
Contact Hours: 45 Hours

Brief Course Description:

The course introduces students to safety management issues in industry, causes of accidents and
measures to prevent accidents in the work environment.
Course Objectives:
This course aims to make learners:
a) To equip students with basic knowledge on industrial safety in buildings and measures
taken to enhance it.
b) To equip students with safety precautions in various work areas
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course students should be able to:
a) identify the major causes of accidents in a specific work environment
b) establish measures to prevent or reduce accidents in a work place
c) appreciate the importance of safety in a work place and its impact on productivity

Detailed Course Description

Chapter Hours
Introduction Health & Safety: A general overview of personal safety in a work 5
place and its impact on both the employer and employee. Protective wears and their
importance. Roles and Rules of conduct in operation.
Industrial Accidents: the economic implications. Preventive Actions. Technology 4
and Work. The nature of Mechanization and Automation
Causes of accidents: The physical environment; type of industry; hours of work; 6
lighting; temperature; equipment design; personal factors; intelligence; health and
physical condition; fatigue; work experience; age; personality characteristics.
Accident Proneness: Workers more likely to have accidents than others; effective 3
ways of testing accident-proneness
Accident Prevention: Reporting and analyzing accidents; design of the work 5
environment; organizational climate; training for accident prevention; safety publicity
campaigns
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Alcoholism in industry: Effects of alcoholism on the job; the alcoholic executive; 3
rehabilitation of alcoholics in industry to safeguard safety
Drug use in industry: Effects of drug use on the job; challenges in industry; how 4
does industry meet the drug problem
Insurance: Public Liability insurance policy and corporate liability Insurance 6
First Aid: Guidelines and Procedures, Company guidelines on First Aid. Employee
Rights and effect.
Mode of Delivery:
Through Lectures, Demonstrations, peer discussions and Case Studies
Mode of Assessment:
Assessment is through Assignments, Tests and end of Semester Examinations. Assessment
Contribution: Assignment 15%, Test 25%, Examinations 60% Total 100%

Study Materials

John R & John C, (1999), Safety at work (5th Ed), Heinemann Publishing Company,

Krishnan, N.V. (2010), Safety Management in Industry, Jaico Publishing House, New Dehli,

Martand, T. (2014), Industrial Engineering and Production Management, Chand and Company
Ltd, New Dehli

HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING

Course Code and Title: TMME 4205: Heating & Air Conditioning (Elective)
Level: Year IV Semester II
Credit Units: 3 CU
Contact Hours: 45 Hours

Brief Course Description

This course has been design for learners have taken course unit ME 416: refrigeration engineering.
Great care is taken to promote energy efficiency, from detailing proper system sizing and charging
techniques to explaining the integration of solar heating systems. Factors affecting heating and
cooling system efficiency are also clearly explained in detail.

Course Objectives
The objectives of this course are to:
(i) Teach learners the evolution of the refrigeration systems and hence enabling them
identify the gaps for further research in this area
(ii) Equip students with knowledge regarding the vapour compression systems, their
construction, operations, and analysis.
(iii) Enable learners appreciate the environmental impacts of refrigerants and refrigeration
oils and the measures put in place to reduce these impacts
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 (iv) Introduce students to Vapor Absorption Refrigeration Systems (VARS)
(v) Enable students develop an ability to carry out preventive troubleshooting techniques for
managing of refrigeration plant/units

Learning Outcomes
At the end of this course students should be able to:
(i) explain the evolution of the refrigeration systems and have an ability to identify the gaps
for further research in refrigeration engineering area
(ii) describe vapour compression systems, their construction, operations, and analyse vapour
compression cycles, both single stage and multi – stage system cycles.
(iii) Appreciate the environmental impacts of various commonly used refrigerants and
refrigeration oils and the measures put in place or that can be put in place to reduce these
impacts
(iv) carry out preventive troubleshooting techniques for managing of refrigeration plant/units

Detailed Course Outlines

Chapter Hours
1) Air Conditioning Systems: Air conditioning principles, Psychometrics and
applications, .Refrigeration Applied to Air Conditioning. Air Distribution and Balance.
Installation. Residential Energy Audits. Typical Operating Conditions. 5
Troubleshooting.
2) Basic Airflow and pressures, Industrial air conditioning 3
3) Electric Heating and Controls. Air-conditions Units and Systems: Electric Heat. Gas 4
Heat. Oil Heat. Hydronic Heat. Indoor Air Quality
4) Room Air Conditioners, Humidifiers and dehumidifiers, Central air conditioners. 4
Heating and Cooling Systems:
5) Hot Water Supplies Systems, Space heating, Ventilation, Standards and practices in 4
ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration
6) Installation and Maintenance: Heating start-up and operation, Air conditioning start-
up and operation, Heat Gain and Heat Loss in Buildings. Air Source Heat Pumps. 5
Geothermal Heat Pumps.
7) Gas and Oil Heating, control circuits and systems and Troubleshooting procedures 4
and charts
8) Heat Exchangers, Pressure Drop and pumping Power. Optimisation of Heat 4
Exchanger Size,
9) Boiling Correlations, Flow Boiling, simplified Correlations for Boiling Water 4
10) Practical/Field Visit. (20 hours) 10

Mode of Delivery:
Through Lectures, Demonstrations, peer discussions and Case Studies

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Mode of Assessment:
Assessment is through Assignment 5%, Test 15%, Practical 25%Examinations 60% Total 100%

Study Materials
Andrew D. Althouse, Carl H. Turnquist, Alfred F. Bracciano; (2013), Modern Refrigeration and
Air Conditioning, 19th Ed., Goodheart-Willcox, ISBN-10: 1619601990 / ISBN-13: 978-
161960199

Cecil Johnson (2005), Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning: A Residential and Light
Commercial Text & Lab Book (Heating, Ventilating & Air Conditioning) Paperback –2nd Ed.
Cengage Learning;ISBN-13: 978-1401884727 / ISBN-10: 1401884725

Andrew D. Althouse, Carl H. Turnquist, Alfred F. Bracciano, (2013), Modern Refrigeration and
Air Conditioning (Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning) Hardcover – 9th Ed., ISBN-13: 978-
1619601994 / ISBN-10: 1619601990

Bill Whitman, Bill Johnson, John Tomczyk, Eugene Silberstein, (2012), Refrigeration and Air
Conditioning Technology Hardcover – Unabridged, 7thEd., Cengage Learning;ISBN-13: 978-
1111644475 ISBN-10: 1111644470

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YEAR IV SEMESTER II ELECTIVES

The Learner is suppose to choose only one option (elective) this Semester

ENERGY UTILISATION & MANAGEMENT

Course Code and Title: TMME 4206: Energy Utilisation & Management (Elective)
Level: Year IV Semester II
Credit Units: 3 CU
Contact Hours: 45 Hours

Brief Course Description

The course examines principles of energy auditing and accounting, the correlation between energy
and environment, and includes detail on the economic analysis of energy saving investment and
education in the field of energy

Course Objectives
The aims of this course are to enable the learner;
(i) grasps Key Performance Index using metrics applicable to energy systems brought into
operation over the past 30 years
(ii) practice the use of basic formulas and data that are the essentials of energy conversion
that everybody involved in these fields should perfectly know
(iii) Adopts a writing style accessible to technicians and managers in the field of energy
conversion while maintaining sufficient rigor and coverage for engineers

Learning Outcomes
At the end of this course, the learner should be able to:
(i) Professionally use Key Performance Index using metrics applicable to energy systems
(ii) use of basic formulas and data that are the essentials of energy conversion,
(iii) write down instructions suitable for a technical person to read and understand

Detailed Course Outlines

Chapter Hours
1) The Energy Crisis, energy and development. 5
2) Sustainable Development.Power plants, Energy storage systems, thermal 10
storage, batteries.
3) Energy management (Demand side management-DSM). 6
4) Concept of clean development mechanism (CDM). 6
5) Energy Management in building services and site energy audits. (field work 8
must be done at this stage)
6) Measures of energy efficiency. Industrial process energy audits. (Industrial 8
Visits must be effected at this stage).
7) Dynamic Modelling, simulation and control of a selection of energy systems 12

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 such as gas turbines, wind turbines, fuel cells and batteries.
8) Case studies. Energy economic analysis. Mineral resources and their energy 15
requirements. Stoichiometric analysis of methane, ethane and Coal.

Mode of Delivery:
Through Lectures, Demonstrations, peer discussions and Case Studies

Mode of Assessment:
Assessment is through Assignment 15%, Test 25%, Examinations 60% Total 100%

Study Materials
Yasser Demirel, (2012), Energy: Production, Conversion, Storage, Conservation, and Coupling
(Green Energy and Technology) Hardcover – Springer; ISBN-13: 978-1447123712 / ISBN-10:
1447123719

Giovanni Petrecca, (2014), Energy Conversion and Management: Principles and Applications
Hardcover – Springer; ISBN-13: 978-3319065595 / ISBN-10: 3319065599 Edition: 2014th

F.R., Edewor, J.O. & Mcauliffe, C.A. Benn, (1981), Production and Utilisation of Synthetic Fuels:
An Energy Economics Study. Hardcover – Applied Science, ASIN: B000P9FQQY

Wellinger A, Jerry D Murphy M. D, Baxter, D, (2013), The Biogas Handbook: Science,

Production and Applications, Hardcover –1st Ed. Woodhead Publishing, ISBN-13: 978-
0857094988 / ISBN-10: 085709498X

Dieter Deublein, Angelika Steinhauser (2010), Biogas from Waste and Renewable Resources: An
Introduction Hardcover –2nd Ed. Wiley-VCH; ISBN-13: 978-3527327980 ISBN-10: 3527327983

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ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
Course Code and Title: TIEM 4206: Environmental Pollution (Elective )
Level Year IV Semester II
Credit Units: 3 CU
Contact Hours: 45 Hours

Brief Course Description

This course introduces learners to Industry and environment. Waste disposal methods. Introduction
to air pollution control. Introduction to industrial wastewater treatment. Industrial solid waste
management. Occupational health and safety. Industrial chemicals and the environment.
Identification and assessment of environmental impacts.

Course Objectives
The objectives of this course are:
(i) To provide students with a strong knowledge base on environmental systems and
elements.
(ii) To discuss the impacts of human activities on the environment.
(iii) To equip students with background and fundamental knowledge behind the techniques
for conducting an environmental impact assessment.
(iv) To equip students with the skills and knowledge to describe the existing environmental
legislations in Uganda.

Learning Outcomes
At the end of the course the learner is expected to
(i) Describe the different environmental elements and systems
(ii) Compute the impacts of various human activities on the environment
(iii) Identify the relevant occupational, health and safety features of industrial processes
(iv) Explain the various methods of minimizing, recycling and/or eliminating waste
(v) Describe existing legislative measures in place
.Detailed Course Content
Element Time

1.0 Industry and Environment 10

1.1 Indoor and ambient air pollution and control methods
1.2 Pollution of water bodies and control methods
1.3 Pollution of arable land and control methods
2.0 Waste Management 10
2.1 Waste disposal methods, Industrial wastewater treatment
2.3 Solid waste management, Disposal of chemicals
3.0 Occupational health and safety 4
3.1 Working Environment
3.2 Noise and Control, Occupational Hazards

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 3.4 Safety Measures, Risk Analysis
4.0 Identification and assessment of environmental impacts 6
5.0 Laboratories and Study Tours 30 hours 15

Mode of Delivery:
Through Lectures, Demonstrations, peer discussions and Case Studies

Mode of Assessment:
Assessment is through Assignment 15%, Test 25% and end of semester written Examinations 60%
Total 100%

Study Materials
Daniel Chiras, John Roganold and Oliver Owen. Natural resource conservation: Management for
sustainable future, 9th Ed.

Warren Viessmar and Mark Hammer., Water supply and pollution control.

Mark Hammer, Water and wastewater technology..

Tchobanoglous. G, Theisen. H and Vigil. S, 1993: Integrated Solid Waste Management, McGraw-
Hill, New York. Constitution of Republic of Uganda, 1995

Corbitt, R.A, 1990: Standard Handbook of Environmental Engineering, McGraw–Hill, New York.

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 APPENDIX 1: LIST OF CURRENT LECTURERS IN THE DEPARTMENT
Highest Year of Field of
Gende Qualificati Qualificatio Awarding Expertise
Names r on n Body Status
01 Shanghai
Dr. Jiaotong Uni. Manufacturing PT
GelvisTurygen Systems
da Male PhD 2012
02 Asst. Prof. Pak Pyongyang, Applied FT
Yun Gang Male PhD 2011 North Korea Mechanics
03 Asst. Prof. Jo Pyongyang, FT
Song Nan Male PhD 2012 North Korea Mechatronics
04 Dr. Senfuka Makerere Mechanics of FT
Christopher Male PhD 2013 University Materials
05 Dr. Jerome S. Seoul South Mechanical FT
Bagenda Male DEng 1982 Korea Design
06 Joseph Makerere Water PT
Kyagulanyi Male MSc 2014 University Engineering
07 Francis VolgogradePoly Tractor FT
Gidongo Male MSc 1989 technicUSSR Engineering
08 Patrick B. Moscow Inst., Automobile FT
Ssevume Male MSc 1989 of Automobile Technology
09 Grace PwenpeUni. Energy & PT
KasiryeBirika Netherlands Environ.
dde Male MSc 2008 Magt.
10 Akello Lilian Ecole des Environment PT
Mary Femal Mines de Science
e MSc 2014 Nantes, France
11 Martin GavleUniversit Energy PT
Ssembatya Male MSc 2013 y-Dubai Systems
12 David Makerere
Kimera Male MSc 2008 University Computing PT
13 Tonny City University Automobile
Kagimu Birmingham- Engine PT
Male MSc 2010 UK
14 Robert Makerere Automobile
PT
Kakebe Male MSc 2014 University Technology
15 JackelineAben Femal Makerere Management
PT
ye e MBA 2010 University
16 Maureen Femal Makerere Mechanical
PT
Nalubowa e MSc 2013 University Engineering
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17 Milton
Turyereeba Male MBA 2012 IUIU Mbale Management PT

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 LIST OF TECHNICIANS IN THE DEPARTMENT
Highest Year of Awarding Field of
Qualificatio Qualificatio Body Expertise
Names Gender n n Status
01 Solomon Kyambogo Fluid
Ogora Male BEng EEM 2007 Polytechnic Mechanics FT
02 Lawrence Kyambogo Thermodynami FT
Okumu Male HDM 2002 Polytechnic cs
03 Paul Kyambogo
Bogere Male BVOC 2012 University Welding FT
04 Agole Kyambogo
Peter Male BEng. MME 2011 University Machining FT
05 Samson Advance Kyambogo Automobile FT
Ochola Male Certificate 1997 Polytechnic Technology
06 Paul BureaVarita Refrigeration& FT
Odu Italia Air
Male Certificate 2014 Conditioning
07 Atima Kyambogo
Rose Female ODM 2010 University Welding PT
08 Dinah Kyambogo Metal
Namutebi Female BEng.MME 2011 University Machining PT
09 Gerald Kyambogo
Mukasa Male ODM 2004 University Automobile PT
10 Kintu Kyambogo
Denis Male MVP 2012 University Foundry FT
11 Ben Kyambogo
Kikoyo Male BITC 2011 University Computing FT

Key:
PT = Part-Time
FT = Full-Time

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