Department of Computer Engineering

About the Department

The Department of Computer Engineering at Federal University Wukari was established on 2nd October 2013, a year after the university was founded by the Federal Government of Nigeria. However, student enrolment was delayed due to the lack of resources and facilities. Eventually, on 16th June 2016, during a regular sitting of the university senate, it was decided to suspend the programme due to its failure to commence activities since its inception. Four years later, in January 2021, the senate re-established the department.

The Computer Engineering Programme was approved by National Universities Commission to commence academic activities from 2020/2021 session, following NUC Resource Verification Exercise in 2020. The Department of Computer Engineering started with six academic staff of which Engr. Dr. Okpor James was appointed as the pioneer acting Head of Department. The Department has well equipped laboratories to compliment the theoretical courses taught at undergraduate level. The Laboratories are Software Laboratory, Networking Laboratory, and Hardware/Embedded System Laboratory. 

Vision:

To become a leader among world class public universities in providing a high-quality programme for computer engineering students who can meet the growing demand of the industry, and also address societal challenges through the use of Information and Communication Technology (ICT).

l. Mission:

In keeping with the mission of the Faculty of Engineering, the Department of Computer Engineering strives to:

1. Lead the advancement of computer engineering field through equipping our students with fundamental knowledge for entry-level positions in computer engineering;

2. develop continuous learning capacity and prepare students for good computer engineering practice in the society

3. Inculcate analytic and communication skills required to solve complex real-life problems in students

4. Integrating current research into the curriculum to educate students on best practices in the field of computer engineering to encourage seamless participation in the dynamic society.

5. provide top notch learning experiences via student centred education approach and suitable aided classroom practice.

Program Educational Objectives (PEOs)

The program educational objectives describe what graduates are expected to attain within three to five years after of graduation, utilizing the knowledge gained from their academic program. The Program Educational Objectives for Department of Computer Engineering Federal University Wukari, Taraba State, Nigeria are to:

PEO1: Achieve successful careers in diverse fields of computer engineering that will provide the required services to government agencies, national and multinational companies.

PEO2: Assume positions of leadership and responsibility within an organization while adhering to the highest level of Engineering professional code of ethics.

PEO3: Advance their knowledge and skills through lifelong continuous professional development and postgraduate studies.

PEO4: Become an entrepreneur that deploy computer engineering and engineering related skills to solve problems that creates values and benefits humanities.

PROGRAMME OUTCOMES  

By the time of graduation, students in the Computer Engineering Department, Federal University Wukari, Taraba State, Nigeria will have or demonstrate:

PO1: Ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, natural science, computing and engineering fundamentals to develop solutions to solve engineering problems.

PO2: Ability to identify, formulate, research literature and analyse complex computer engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences and engineering sciences with holistic considerations for sustainable development.

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

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

PO5: Create, select and apply, and recognize limitations of appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools, including prediction and modelling, to complex engineering problems.

PO6: When solving complex engineering problems, analyze and evaluate sustainable development impacts to: society, the economy, sustainability, health and safety, legal frameworks, and the environment.

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

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

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

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

PO11: Recognize the need for, and have the preparation and ability for i) independent and life-long learning ii) adaptability to new and emerging technologies and iii) critical thinking in the broadest context of technological change.