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Computers are playing a major role in shaping the information or the knowledge age. They are also becoming essential in almost all activities of human life. Furthermore, with the decline in the price of computer hardware, nations, organizations and individuals that couldn't afford to have computers some years back can now afford to acquire them. However, the acquisition of the hardware is just one step towards computerization. The most important step is to be able to use them properly.
This necessitates for a high number of skilled computer scientists who will develop the necessary applications for the computers, administer the computer systems and decide on computer system acquisitions of the organizations and all automation processes in general.
Institutions, enterprises, organizations and companies in all sectors, public and private, are directly or indirectly being affected by the overwhelming information flow around the world. The effect goes down to small businesses and even to individuals. Every such unit must be equipped with tools that enable it to survive in such a dynamic world. Ethiopia is no exception and we must get ready to cope up with the influence of the knowledge age in our day to day life.
Currently, the country has no sufficient number of competent computer professionals in the various fields of Computer Science and IT. Various Governmental and other organizations have the desire to use modern information technology. However, there is an acute shortage of technical staff. The failure of many projects in IT in terms of implementation and sustainability is largely attributed to shortage of qualified professionals.
Realizing the importance of Computer Science and IT and the acute shortage of skilled manpower in the field, AMU launched an Advanced Diploma program in Computer Science in 1995 E.C (Closed).The first curriculum for B.Sc degree program was adopted in 1996 E.C. under Faculty of Engineering. In addition to this the university launched a second B.Sc Degree program in Information Technology in 2004 E.C. Currently both the programs run under Computer Science and IT department under Arba Minch Institute of Technology (AMIT).
The major objectives of the Department of Computer Science and It are the following:
- Education: to run Computer Science and IT programs to undergraduate, graduate, continuing and distance education students, as well as to offer Computer Science service courses to other Departments of the University.
- Research: to formulate an integrated research framework by
- Identifying appropriate research projects for graduate students and staff
- Initiating multidisciplinary research collaborations, and
- Presenting and publishing research results in appropriate national/international journals and conferences.
Department has been evaluating its curriculum over the last years through departmental assessment, peer evaluation and discussions with stakeholders.
Program Objectives
General Objectives of the Program
The primary objective of the program is to produce high quality graduates with an entrepreneurial and problem-solving mindset.
Specific Objectives
- Educating and training students for the very dynamic and rapidly changing science and technology market.
- Educating and training students to become life-long learners by providing them with a sound base in computer science, basic sciences as well as general education.
- Motivating students to be innovators who can respond very positively to the challenges and opportunities presented by new ideas and technologies.
- Laying a strong foundation for, and instilling confidence in students who may want to pursue post-graduate studies later in life.
Graduate Profiles
The program tries to achieve all of the outcomes suggested in the curriculum guide line document of computing programs.
Knowledge and Understanding
- Have thorough understanding of theories, principles and methods in computer science and IT;
- Articulate & demonstrate effectively computer & transferable knowledge& skills on computer science and IT practices, theories & principles;
- A good knowledge of how knowledge and understanding of essential facts, concepts, principles and theories relating to computer science and IT can be used to model and design computer system.
- An in depth understanding of the appropriate theories, practices, languages and tools that may be deployed for specification, design, implementation, and evaluation of software systems.
- Knowledge of how to present succinctly (orally, electrically or in writing) rational and reasoned arguments that address a given problem to be solved by computer.
- An ability to apply knowledge of computing and mathematics appropriate to the discipline.
- An ability to analyze a problem, and identify and define the computing requirements appropriate to its solution.
Practical Skills
- Analyze, design, develop & maintain software (Application &System software)
- Analyze, design, implement& administer computer networks
- Analyze, design, develop& administer database systems
- Analyze, design, develop, maintain, and administer web based applications
- Design, analyze and implement computer algorithms
- Apply the concept of professional practices and ethics in computer science and IT
- Specify, design and construct computer systems in a manner that is both innovative and creative.
- Critically evaluate and analyze computer systems (including any risks or safety aspects that may be involved in their operation).
- Deploy effectively the tools used for the construction and documentation of computer systems, with practical emphasis on understanding of the whole process involved in the effective deployment of computers to solve practical problems.
- An ability to design, implement and evaluate a computer-based system, process, component, or program to meet desired needs.
- Manage and run system development projects and IT related projects
Transferable skill
- Assist, participate and contribute in research activities in the area of computer science and IT.
- Provide computer technology related consultancy service.
- The ability to manage their own learning and development, time management and organizational skills.
- An appreciation of the need for continuing professional development in recognition for the need for lifelong learning.
- An ability to function effectively on teams to accomplish a common goal.
- An understanding of professional, ethical, legal, security, and social issues and responsibilities.
- An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
- An ability to analyze the local and global impact of computing on individuals, organizations and society.
- Recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in, continuing professional development.
- An ability to apply mathematical foundations, algorithmic principles, and computer science theory in the modeling and design of computer-based systems in a way that demonstrates comprehension of the tradeoffs involved in design choices.
- Be prepared to enter a top-ranked graduate program in computer science and IT.
Admission Requirements
Admission requirements would be similar to the general institutional requirements.
Duration of the Study
- Students will not take different computing and IT courses at their high school study
- The nature of the discipline needs many practical works
Considering the above facts, program objectives and graduate profile, four years of study are required to complete the program sunder normal circumstances.
Graduation Requirements
The major graduation requirements for Regular and CEP program include:
Successful completion of all courses;
- A Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of at least 2.00;
- A Cumulative Grade Point Average(CGPA) of at least 2.00 in major courses;
- At least C grade in the Industrial Project courses;
- No grade of "F" or “I” in any of the courses.
Programs
Programs currently running in the Department of Computer Science and IT are:
- B.Sc. program in Computer Science
- B.Sc. program in Information Technology (Regular, Extension and Summer)
- M. Sc. program in Computer Science
- M. Sc. program in Information Technology
In addition, the Department offers a service course for all regular and extension students in the university
Staff Profile
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Department of Computer Science & IT
P.O. Box 21
Arba Minch Institute of Technology
Arba Minch University
Tel: +251-46881-4421
Fax: +251-46881-4971
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Department of Water Resources and Irrigation Engineering
P.O. Box 21
AMIT
Arba Minch University
Tel: +251-46881-4990
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Department of Water Supply and Environmental Engineering
P.O. Box 21
AMIT
Arba Minch University
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Civil Engineering Department has come into being with establishment of Arba Minch Institute of Technology in September 1997. Presently, the department offers BSc with an intake of 240 and 4 MSc programs with specialization in Geotechnical, Structural, Construction Technology and Management and Road & Transport Engineering with an intake of 30 students.
It has requisite number of PhD faculty, professors, other faculty and supporting staff covering all the specializations to run all the programs; it has been rechristened Faculty of Civil Engineering.
VISION
Achieving excellence by producing competent graduates equipped with in-depth knowledge of cutting-edge technology and social obligation.
MISSION
It aims to ensure skilled graduates must understand the social dimension that underpins the true meaning of development; hence all endeavors must satisfy human needs.
OBJECTIVES
To prepare all graduates to be successful Civil Engineers, equip them to take on challenges through rigorous training
To instill competence in latest know how; inculcate professionalism with effective communication skills and ethical values
To groom students with effective leadership with moral values
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
UNDERGRADUATE (BSc)
· Civil Engineering
· Surveying
POSTGRADUATE (MSc)
· Geotechnical Engineering
· Structural Engineering
· Construction Technology and Management
· Road and Transport Engineering
Program Outcomes: Above programs ensure graduates to possess following aptitudes:
· Engineering knowledge
· Problem analysis
· Design/development of solutions
· Conduct investigations of complex problems
· Modern tool usage
· The engineer and society
· Environment and sustainability
· Ethics
· Individual and team work
· Communication
· Project management and finance
· Life-long learning
Specific Outcomes
· Analyze and design civil engineering structural systems
· Apply principles of fluid mechanics in solving problems of hydraulic engineering
· Provide transportation solutions to connect any place integrating concepts of sustainable
Development
Infrastructure
The Faculty of Civil Engineering is having well-equipped laboratories catering to the needs of BSc and MSc programs. Laboratory courses are designed to support taught concepts and project, dissertation and thesis works.
· Three Seminar Halls
· 20 classrooms
· Fluid Mechanics Laboratory
· Material Testing Laboratory
· Soil Mechanics Laboratory
· Construction Materials Laboratory
· Surveying Laboratory
· Highway Engineering Laboratory
Staff Profile
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Contact Us
Mr Habtamu Melesse,
Dean, Faculty of Civil Engineering
Institute of Technology, AMU
Tel: +251-46881-1111
+251-947965740
P.O. Box : 21
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AMIT
Arba Minch University
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Undergraduate Study
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees will be charged according to the direction given by the Ministry of Education and the university.
Admission Requirements
Admissions to all regular undergraduate programs are processed through the Ministry of Education (MOE) of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia. This is currently true for all public Universities across the whole nation. Admissions to the continuing education program (CEP) are processed through the Institute’s registrar office based on the criteria set by Arba Minch University.
I. Admission to Regular Program
Students who have successfully completed the 10 plus 2 years preparatory secondary education and have secured a minimum cutoff point with high scores in Physics and Mathematics are eligible to join the regular undergraduate B.Sc. degree program in electrical engineering. This criterion is common to all Departments in the Faculties of Engineering. Depending on available spaces, diploma graduates from TVET (Technical Vocational Education and Training) in the fields of electrical engineering could be admitted based on availability of space and the vertical permeability criteria to be set by the Ministry of Education. Applicants with a minimum cutoff point and with high scores in Physics and Mathematics in foreign countries examinations equivalent to the 10+2 preparatory program are also eligible. The equivalence is determined by MoE.
II. Admission to Continuing Education Program
The criteria set for admission to the regular program will be employed as the criteria for admission to the continuing education program. Candidates who are diploma graduates from an engineering faculty, TVET or similar recognized college in the fields of electrical engineering with a minimum cutoff point will be admitted based on space availability the vertical permeability criteria to be set by the Ministry of Education. Limited numbers of junior staff such as technical assistants in relevant field may be admitted each year based on non-competitive basis provided that he/she:
A) Has served the University for a Minimum of 5 consecutive years
B) Meet the minimum admission requirement set for the program
C) Obtain letter of recommendation from the business & development vice president
D) Sign an undertaking to serve the University after graduation, at least two years of service for one complete year of study.
III. Department Placement
After successful completion of the orientation semester, students will choose academic departments according to their desired field of study. In view of the high number of applicants, admission to the electrical engineering department is usually on competitive basis based on academic performance. 20% of the total available places shall be reserved for females in addition to their right to compete in the 80% places.
IV. Graduation Requirements
Students must take and pass all the required courses to satisfy the requirements for graduation. The total number of credit points required for graduation with the degrees of Bachelor of Science in electrical Engineering is around 270 ECTS plus Industry-internship (30 ECTS).
Study Program
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Department of Electrical Engineering
P.O. Box 21
AMIT
Arba Minch University
Tel: +251-46881-2244
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Mechanical Engineering
P.O. Box 21
AMIT
Arba Minch University
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Architecture is the art and science of designing and constructing buildings. A wider definition would include within its scope the design of the total built environment, from the macro-level of town planning, urban design, and landscape to the micro-level of furniture and product design. Architecture, equally importantly, also refers to the product of such a design.
Architecture is a profession requiring long and intensive preparation. Architectural education develops the capacity in students to be able to conceptualize, design, understand, realize and meet the expectations of societies for sustainable human settlements and better working and living environments.
Architecture and Urban Planning Department as the name indicates comprises two components. The Architecture component concerns with the work of design and planning of buildings. Urban planning is an activity carried out to guide socio-economic and spatial developments of urban centers.
Brief history
The Architecture Department was launched in October 2005 under the Engineering Faculty based on the premises that there is a strong need of manpower in the field so as to realize the development plan of the nation. Currently the program runs a 5 years curriculum offering B.Sc. degree in Architecture and urban planning.
Mission
The department has a mission of promoting democratic thinking, offering high quality education and training, conducting need based research and consultancy, and rendering community service in order to contribute to the development endeavors of the country.
Vision
The Department shall be the center of excellence in teaching, research and consultancy in the fields of architecture in the region and produce professionals who are socially responsible, globally competitive and responsive to the specific needs of Ethiopia. To achieve the above stated visions, the department is moving towards better curricular and organizational readjustments. The curriculum revision task at hand is a part of this vital task since it marks:
A. A streamlining of the existing Department of Urban and Regional Planning into two separate but interrelated departments of Architecture & Urban and Regional Planning
B. A birth of a large and strong Environmental Design Institution comprising: School of Architecture and School of Urban and Regional Planning.
Academic program
Architecture is an interdisciplinary field that comprises several major components: humanities, social and physical sciences, technology and the creative arts. "Since architecture is created in a field of tension between reason, emotion and intuition, architectural education should be regarded as the manifestation of the ability to conceptualize, co-ordinate and execute the idea of building rooted in human tradition."
The future of architecture also depends on an understanding and assimilation of the achievements of other disciplines and professions. Although, like other branches of professional education, it is primarily assigned the task of educating future architects, architectural education is, generally, part of the university system and must adjust to and benefit from the traditions of the university, such as doing research and seeing the professional practice within the context of society and science.
Research
The Department of Architecture (More appropriately, A School of Architecture, Urban and Regional Planning) is to undertake researches in the areas of:
Urban dynamics
- Urban growth and land resource management
- Urban-rural linkage
- Urban revitalization
Housing
- Housing design, cost , affordability and identity
- Socio economic development and housing
Urban infrastructure planning and management
- Land use planning
- Local and low-cost building materials
- Urban community development
- Urban life style changes
Teaching-Learning Methods
Methodology
- Design and planning projects backed by classroom lectures, tutorials and assignments
- Intensive consultations and one-to-one discussions on proposed ideas and design solutions
- Lectures by practicing professionals and resource persons on a periodic basis
- Interactive based “Blended E-Learning” and other such self learning modules,
- Workshop Practice and Laboratory Exercises,
- 3D Model Studies,
- Field visits related to community development/intervention
- Practical and development oriented planning and design projects
- Inpidual and group seminars/ project work presentations
- Group tasks/discussions/Case studies
Core Areas of Specialization
- Architectural Design Specialized
- Urban Design
- Digital Design Engineering
- Interior Design
- Landscape Architecture
- Environmental Studies
- Ecological Planning
- Project Management
- Facility Management
- Building Construction and Technology
- Appropriate Building Technology
- Construction management
- Urban planning
- Rural planning
- Regional planning
Contact Us
Department of Architecture and Urban Planning
P.O. Box 21
AMIT
Arba Minch University
Tel: +251-46881-4980
Fax: +251-46881-0279/0820
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In cognizant of Ethiopia’s water resources richness and the paradox of lack of trained human
resources capacity to harness and manage the resources for sustainable utilization, Arba Minch
Water Technology Institute (AWTI) was established in 1986. The Institute is located in the central
rift valley of Ethiopia where chains of surface water lakes (Abaya & Chamo), diverse inland and
aquatic species of flora and fauna are the characteristic figures. The Water Engineering training and
research institute had primarily aimed at producing qualified manpower, conducting research and
offering professional outreach services to enable the country to effectively develop and utilize its
water resources potential for various development purposes.
The Institute became a pioneering center of training and research in water resources engineering
programs in the country. It started offering training and research in three water resources
engineering disciplines, Viz., Irrigation engineering, hydraulic engineering and sanitary engineering
both at degree and advanced diploma levels. In addition, several short term and diploma level
trainings were offered to build the capacity of field and laboratory technicians involved in the water
sector. To respond to the country’s need for qualified manpower in other Engineering fields, the
Institute has launched three more undergraduate programs (Civil, Electrical and Mechanical
Engineering) in 1998 (1989EC) and two more (Computer Science and Architecture) in 2001 and
2004 respectively. These are: MSc in Electrical Power Engineering and, MSc in Computer Sciences,
MSc in Information Technology, MSc in Structural Engineering, MSc in Road and Transport
Engineering, MSc in Geo-Technic Engineering, MSc in Manufacturing and Automation Engineering at
different times starting from 2001 through 2016. In addition to undergraduate programs, these
graduate programs have trained and graduated substantial number professional serving the country
at different capacities.
After the inauguration of Arba Minch University on 5th June 2004, AMIT continued to operate as one
of the faculties of the university. Later in 2011, AMIT together with other Water engineering streams
formed the current Arba Minch Technology Institute. This restructuring was part of the engineering
capacity building program (ecbp) implementation that anticipated to realize engineering
overhauling reform in the country.
The intention of the reform program was to establish and capacitate technology institutes which can
produce skilled and competent human resources that can serve the country’s development need.
More specifically to create technology institutes which can engage in Technology Transfer by
adapting experiences of world class institutes; establish and strengthening university industry
linkages; graduate engineers equipped with hands on experience; and enhance entrepreneurial skills
of graduates. Although AMiT was established as part of the implementation of this reform program,
there have been many challenges hindering the proper functioning of the Institute. These challenges
emanate from inability to implement the autonomy directives for technology institutes issued by
Ministry of Education, diversity of programs and increasing number of students in one Institute and
the complexity of managing them under the current centralized governance system. To this effect,
the University and AMiT management has reached a consensus to reorganize these streams into two
independent institutes, AMiT and AWTI, capacitate them, and support them to operate in an
autonomous governance environment. Hence based on “Directives for Autonomy of Technology
Institutes, 001/2013”, the document prepared and distributed by the Ministry of Education in August
2013, Arba Minch Institute of Technology (AMiT) was established again in 2017/18.
The academic governance structures of the institute from top (Advisory Board) to the grassroots
level (academic chairs) and support services. Arba Minch Institute of Technology, revitalizing its
academic and administrative organization to boost excellence and competence in variety of
engineering and technology streams is accounted as first-step of the institutional reform task.
Currently the Institute is led by Scientific Director and is having five faculties; Faculty of Architecture
and Urban Planning, Faculty of Civil Engineering, Faculty of Computing and Software Engineering,
Faculty of Electrical and Computer Engineering and Faculty of Mechanical Engineering. AMiT is
currently running 9 undergraduate programs and 11 postgraduate programs of which one is PhD
program in computer science. The institute also comprised of the following offices: Deputy Scientific
Director office, Managing Director office (Working for both AMiT and AWTI), Deputy Managing
Director office (Working for both AMiT and AWTI), Associate Managing Director office, Directorate
for Research and Community Services, Director for Institute Industry Linkage and Technology
Transfer, Director for Post Graduate School, AMiT/AWTI Finance Core process, AMiT/AWTI facility
management, AMiT/AWTI Student Services, AMiT/ AWTI Student Discipline office, Freshman
Coordination office, Associate Registrar office, Assistant Registrar office, Research and publication
coordination office, Community Services coordination office, Institutional Quality Assurance
Coordination office, Institute Industry Linkage Coordination office, Job Creation coordination office,
and Gender office.
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Vision and Mission of the program
Vision
Hydraulic and Water Resources Engineering program aspires to be a centre of excellence in the field of Water Resources in Africa and competitive in the world by 2020.
Mission
Hydraulic and Water Resources Engineering program has a mission of offering relevant and quality education and training; conducting demand driven research and rendering accessible community services.
Goals
The Hydraulic and Water Resources Engineering program shall have the following goals;
- Ensure the quality of education and training in water technology
- Advance research and consultancy works in water technology
- Improve services to the community
- Develop a conducive environment for learning and teaching
Objectives of the Program and Competency Profile
This program is aimed at training manpower required for the realization of the country’s vast hydropower and water resources potential. Well-qualified Hydraulic Engineers will be produced through this program who can actively be engaged in the planning; design; development and management of water resources projects; emphasis being given to hydropower projects. Specifically, the trainees will be equipped with the knowledge that enables them to execute the following tasks:
- Undertake project identification; pre-feasibility and feasibility studies of water resources projects; with emphasis on hydropower projects;
- Plan water resources and hydropower projects; and design hydraulic structures required for hydropower systems, water supply systems, Irrigation systems and structures which are related with environmental protection works;
- Prepare complete contract documents for water resources projects like hydropower projects, water supply projects, Irrigation projects, and projects which are related with environmental protection work;
- Plan, design and manage and supervise the construction of hydraulic and hydropower structures and related civil engineering works;
- Plan, design, manage, monitor and evaluate the operation and maintenance of hydraulic and hydropower systems;
- Remodeling and rehabilitation of existing water supply, hydraulic and hydropower systems.
Admission Requirement
Student who have successfully completed the ten plus two (10+2) years preparatory and have passed the entrance exam could apply for admission to the Hydraulic and Water Resource Engineering department. Applicant will be admitted to the department on competitive basis after they join Institute of Technology based on their entrance exam results, interests and merit. No incentives are set for international students. International students satisfying the entry requirements will be admitted to the program if they can produce financial statement to support their study through various means. The Program will normally operate on a semester basis, sixteen weeks each semester, from September of one year through to June of the following year. Each year, a flexible academic calendar shall be prepared for the regular and other non-conventional programs (extension, in service, summer, etc...) by the Office of the Registrar, in consultation with the Academic Vice President and Deans of Institutes, and should be approved by the respective academic commissions and the senate.
STRUCTURE OF THE PROGRAMME
The revised undergraduate B.Sc. study programme “Hydraulic and Water Resources Engineering” in total consists of 10 semesters or five years. The first semester is designed as students attend the common courses. The student in the period of the 2nd to the 7th semester is exposed to the so called “Basic Hydraulic and Water Resources Engineering Studies”, in which the student shall gain all fundamental mathematical, basic Engineering as well as basic field specific skills and abilities being relevant for Hydraulic and Water Resources Engineers. At the end of the 7th semester a “Holistic Examination” is scheduled, in which the student shall proof his/her ability to address and solve more complex and practice relevant problems by combined application of a number of skills and abilities he has gained while attending the above mentioned Basic Hydraulic and Water Resources Engineering studies (2nd to 7th semester).
Upon successful pass of the holistic exam the student then enters the mandatory, full semester internship in the 8th semester.
Following the successful completion of the internship, the student will pursue one semester (semester 9) of so called “Project Studies”, in which he/she shall gain advanced project related skills and abilities. The 10th and final semester is apart from some elective courses for specialization nearly exclusively dedicated to the elaboration of the B.Sc. thesis.
Graduation Requirement
Students must take and pass all the required courses to satisfy the requirements for graduation. The total number of credits required for graduation with Bachelor of Science in Hydraulic and water Resources Engineering (B.Sc.) is 196Cr Hr. or a minimum of 300 ECTS and maximum of 310 ECTS.
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ELIAS GEBEYEHU AYELE
HEAD, HYDRAULIC & WATER RESOURCES ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
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P.O.Box 021
Institute of Technology
Arba Minch University
Tel:+251-46881-5039
Fax: +251-46881-4971
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