Structures of Implementation
In considering the structural framework for a viable Engineering Institute in a regional University setting where the professional interests of the Faculty and needs of the region are extremely broad, there was the need to explore the range and development of technologies and strategies in Research and Development which are of critical importance for the development of the region.
The main mechanism for the execution of the project and training work of the institute is through the formation of Centres which can attain critical mass in specific areas.
Nine (9) Centres have been approved to date:
- Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Centre
- Centre for Energy Studies
- Centre for Environmental Studies
- Centre for Food Technology
- Centre for Geospatial Studies
- Centre for Hydrocarbon Studies
- Computer Aided Engineering and Design Centre
- Continuing Engineering Education Centre
- Steelpan Development Centre
The work of the Centres is coordinated through the Institute Office, which provides the focus for the formal Interface with the Industrial sector. The function of the Engineering Institute Office is geared towards providing administrative and accounting support for the Centres. This will allow for the Centres to focus on executing the technical tasks associated with completing contractual obligations satisfactorily and in a timely manner.
The Institute Office, therefore, is essentially to act as a facilitator. The Office will also administer research, consulting and testing service requests to the Faculty in areas not covered by the Centres.
