The MEng in Automotive Engineering programme has therefore been designed in line with the Strategic Plan of the institution (KsTU Strategic Plan 2017-2021) which is derived from the Technical Universities Act. While the vision of Kumasi Technical University is to be a world-class technical university devoted to science, technology and entrepreneurship education, its mission is to provide quality teaching, learning and research in engineering, science, technology, and entrepreneurship to promote industrial development in Ghana. As a competency-based and skills-centred engineering programme, the MEng in Automotive Engineering will partly fulfil the mission of the institution. 

Programme Aims, Objectives and Outcomes. 

Aim 

 The aim of the Master of Engineering (MEng) programme in Automotive Engineering is to equip students with broads-based scientific knowledge and adequate hands-on skills in automotive engineering and related disciplines so that graduates can cope with emerging trends and advancements in technology. 

Objectives  

The objectives of the MEng Automotive Engineering programme are to: 

1. Impact adequate theoretical concepts related to automotive engineering. 
2. Develop capacities of students in conducting research on current and emerging automotive industry. 
3. Impact students with adequate knowledge of modern theories and practice-based skills in automotive engineering. 
4. Train students to acquire knowledge transfer skills in Higher Institutions of Learning environment and also prepare them for terminal degrees. 

Intended/Expected Outcomes  

At the end of the programme, graduates will be able to: 

1. To diagnose and service automobiles service with high professional and ethical standards. 
2. Design and simulate automotive components and systems using CAD and simulation tools. 
3. Install and commission automotive plants and equipment. 
4. Conduct research into current and emerging automobile challenges. 

5. Teach in Higher Institutions of Learning and also pursue their terminal degrees. 

Students’ Admission, Progression and Graduation 

Admission Requirement  

One year-Master in Eng in Automotive Engineering or related disciplines are eligible for admission. They will be admitted into year 2 of the programme. 

Bachelors’ Degree (BSc/BTech/BEd) Qualification   

First degree (BTech/BSc/Bed. etc) certificate with a minimum of Second Class (Lower) Division in a related engineering discipline such as automotive/automobile, mechanical, electrical, mechatronic, agricultural, aerospace and marine. Working experience in the related field is seen as an advantage. Candidates with second-class lower must pass an interview session to be granted access to the programme. 

Foreign Qualification   

All foreign qualifications will be referred to Ghana Tertiary Education Council (GTEC) for determination of equivalences, eligibility and placement when admitted to pursue the programme. 

 Progression  

The MEng Automotive Engineering programme has a one-year duration of four semesters. To qualify for the award of Meng in Automotive Engineering, a student should have taken all the required courses. A student who trails any course(s) shall be given the chance to Re-sit the examination(s) before the beginning of the next academic year. A student who is unable to complete the programme shall be granted an additional year (two semesters) to complete, failure to complete within the grace period shall be face the consequences of withdrawal.   

Grades and Grading System  

Grades are determined and assigned by teachers according to the guidelines indicated in Table 10.1. Each student‘s academic achievement and fulfilment of degree requirements are reflected in the transcripts, which are issued at the end of each semester.  Percentage marks are converted into letter grades and grade points using Table 10.1. The class designations are in Table 10.2. 

 Conversion of percentage scores into letter grades and grade points 

Students‘ cumulative grade point average (CGPA) is calculated by dividing the total number of grade points obtained up to any specified time by the total number of credits for all courses for which the student has registered up to that time. 

                                                                     Class designation 

  Requirements for Graduation 

A student will qualify for graduation when he or she has fulfilled the following. 

1. obtained a minimum graduation requirement.   
2. passed all required courses.   
3. obtained a minimum CGPA of 1.5 
4. and have a paper published in a peer review journal in relation to his studies.   

The minimum credit requirement for graduating is 61 credit hours and a maximum of 71. 

Target Market and Employability: 

Target Market  

The programme is designed to target graduates from Technical Universities, Science and Engineering Universities, Colleges of Education, Engineering Researchers. 

Employment  

MEng graduates in Automotive Engineering can be employed in many different sectors of the economy. Based on an extensive web survey in addition to knowledge of the local situation in Ghana the following areas of potential employment were distinguished: 

1. Vehicle assembly plants 
2. Mining Industries 
3. Oil and Gas industries 
4. Educational institutions 
5. Agricultural Mechanization Industry 
6. Automotive dealerships (Toyota Ghana, CFAO Motors, Japan Motors, Silver Star Motors etc   
7. Public Service Commission (Ministries, Government agencies and departments) 
8.  Security Services 

Course Schedule   Below is the schedule of courses to be taught in the MEng Automotive Engineering programme 

 Year One, Semester One 

 Year One, Semester Two