KEEP Sponsors Dual Capacity-Building Initiatives for KNUST College of Engineering Staff

The KNUST Engineering Education Project (KEEP) has reinforced its commitment to modernising engineering education and administrative excellence by sponsoring two pivotal capacity-building workshops for staff within the KNUST College of Engineering.

In a significant stride towards bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application, KEEP sponsored an intensive five-day Computer-Aided Design (CAD) training workshop. The programme was implemented by the Faculty of Mechanical and Chemical Engineering, the Foundry and CNC Machining Training Centre, and the SAFEFAG Project, with support from the Lloyd Foundation.

This KEEP-funded initiative was strategically designed to empower faculty technicians and students with cutting-edge digital design skills critical for modern foundry, machining, and fabrication. By providing hands-on experience with advanced CAD software, the training directly enhances the technical support system for academic projects, laboratory maintenance, and student design coursework. This upgrade in practical, digital competencies ensures that the faculty's technical staff are equipped to foster an environment where innovative ideas can be translated into precise, executable designs, a core objective of the KEEP project.

Demonstrating a holistic approach to capacity building, KEEP also sponsored a comprehensive three-day workshop for all Administrative Assistants across the College of Engineering’s three faculties: Mechanical and Chemical, Electrical and Computer, and Civil and Geo-Engineering.

The workshop focused on excellence in service delivery, advanced documentation, and a deep understanding of university policies. It featured esteemed experts who delivered insightful sessions:

Mr. Festus Nyame, Esq., Deputy Registrar at the KNUST Business School, guided participants through professional writing, memorandum and report writing, and the critical role of Emotional Intelligence in navigating complex professional environments.

Mr. Emmanuel Efum-Mensah, a System Analyst from University Information Technology Services (UITS), provided forward-looking training on leveraging advanced AI tools to streamline workflows, enhance productivity, and innovate daily administrative tasks.

This transformative workshop underscores KEEP's commitment to investing in all facets of the university's workforce, fostering a culture of continuous learning, collaboration, and exceptional service delivery that is essential for a world-class engineering institution.

Through these targeted initiatives, KEEP continues to enhance the quality and relevance of engineering education in Ghana by modernising both technical and administrative support structures, ensuring KNUST remains at the forefront of innovation and excellence.