The Faculty of Engineering, on Wednesday, 4th March 2026, convened a strategic stakeholders meeting for the formulation and validation of Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs) for the Departments of Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, and Electrical and Electronic Engineering, in alignment with Washington Accord standards.

The meeting recorded large attendance from industry leaders, parents, students, professional bodies, academic staff, and the University Management. The broad participation reaffirmed the institution’s commitment to outcome-based education, global best practices, and the production of industry-ready graduates.

In his remarks, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Gbenga Solomon Ibleye, who was ably represented by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic), Prof. S. D. Musa, commended the Faculty for organising the stakeholders' meeting, which he described as an agenda-setting engagement that will give direction to the engineering programmes and assurance to the students.

He affirmed Management’s commitment to the Engineering Faculty through the necessary support and attention extended to it since its establishment, assuring that more support would come to ensure that the programmes were fully accredited by the relevant supervisory and professional bodies, and for the Faculty to reach its full potential.

Earlier in his keynote address, the Ag. Dean of the Faculty of Engineering, Engr. Dr. Razaq Olawale Medupin, outlined the Faculty’s vision of producing skilled, innovative, and socially responsible engineers. The Dean emphasized that the goal of the Faculty is not only to churn out graduates with theoretical knowledge alone, but also to develop professionals who possess strong practical skills, ethical values, and the ability to solve real-life problems facing society.

The strategic engagement witnessed the presence of other principal officers and Management staff, including the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration), Prof. J. A. Badaki; Director of Academic Planning, Prof. Musa Yusufu Abdullahi; Director of Distance and E-learning, Prof. M. A. Ibrahim; and the representative of the Registrar, Dr. Fatima Abubakar.

In their respective contributions, they commended the three Departments for embracing a participatory and quality-driven approach to programme development and assured stakeholders of Management’s support towards accreditation and continuous improvement.

Also, the meeting was enriched by the presence of respected industry professionals and distinguished guests, such as Engr. Iliya Solomon Zakwoi, Director, Advance Aircraft  Engineering Laboratory, National Space Research and Development Agency (NASDRA); Engr. Umah Saleh, an engineer at NASDRA; and Engr. Adanu I. Emmanuel, Chairman, Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), Lokoja Branch.

Others were Engr. Bello Kolawole, NSE Lokoja Branch Technical Secretary; and Engr. Mepaiyeda Oyindamola, a representative of the General Manager, Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria. They emphasised the need for stronger industry–academia collaboration, innovation-driven training, ethical practice, and entrepreneurial capacity among graduates.

After extensive deliberations, the stakeholders reviewed, refined, and validated the Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs) for the three (3) programmes in the Faculty of Engineering as presented by their respective Heads of Departments—Engr. Dr. Razaq Olawale Medupin (Mechanical Engineering), Engr. Dr. Monday Abutu Idakwo (Computer Engineering), and Engr. Ramat Ubimago  Yusufu (Electrical and Electronics Engineering).

Within 3–5 years of graduation, graduates of Mechanical Engineering are expected to:

1. Demonstrate high-level professional competence in Mechanical Engineering by applying sound scientific and engineering principles to design, implement and maintain innovative, sustainable, and globally relevant solutions to complex engineering challenges.
2. Contribute to technological advancement and industrial growth through research, innovation, and the development of engineering systems, processes, and products that address national and global challenges.
3. Provide responsible followership and leadership, and function effectively in multidisciplinary teams while upholding professional ethics, safety standards, environmental sustainability, and social responsibility in engineering practice.
4. Pursue continuous professional development through advanced studies, certifications, research engagement, and active participation in recognised professional bodies to sustain career growth and adapt to emerging technologies.

For Computer Engineering, graduates of the programme are expected to:

1. Establish themselves as competent professionals, applying engineering principles, modern tools, and emerging technologies to design, implement, integrate, and maintain reliable hardware, software and intelligent systems across diverse sectors.
2. Demonstrate sustained professional growth through lifelong learning, postgraduate studies, research engagement, innovation, and adaptation to rapidly evolving fields such as embedded systems, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, communications, and IoT.
3. Practise ethically and responsibly, complying with professional standards, regulatory requirements, environmental considerations, and societal expectations in alignment with global best practices.
4. Function effectively as leaders and collaborators, demonstrating strong communication, project management, and organisational skills in multidisciplinary and multicultural environments.
5. Promote entrepreneurship and societal impact, contributing to technological advancement, economic development, job creation, and socially impactful ventures.

For Electrical and Electronic Engineering, graduates of the programme are expected to:

1. Apply fundamental knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering principles to provide and apply innovative and sustainable solutions in Electrical/Electronic Engineering and related fields.
2. Pursue successful careers in industry, academia, entrepreneurship, or government by demonstrating technical expertise, creativity, and adaptability in diverse engineering environments.
3. Engage in lifelong professional development through advanced studies, certifications, research, and participation in professional organisations.
4. Function effectively as leaders and team members in multidisciplinary and multicultural environments, contributing to project management in research to improve existing electrical/electronic products and services, organisational growth, and national development.
5. Practice Electrical/Electronic Engineering with high ethical standards, safety consciousness, environmental sustainability, and a commitment to the well-being of society.
6. Identify opportunities, create new products, services, or processes, and contribute to the growth of the industrial base globally through innovation and entrepreneurial initiatives.

The validated PEOs reflect the collective vision and commitment to excellence by academia, industry, professional bodies, parents, and students. They will guide curriculum enhancement, teaching methodologies, assessment strategies, industry collaboration, and continuous quality improvement.

This milestone marks a significant step towards full alignment with Washington Accord standards and reinforces the University’s dedication to producing globally competitive, ethically grounded, and innovation-driven engineers capable of contributing meaningfully to national and international development. See more pictures here

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