http://erepository.uonbi.ac.ke/handle/11295/56635 2026-05-18T20:39:55Z http://erepository.uonbi.ac.ke/handle/11295/84666 Model of new building for Faculty of Architecture, University of Nairobi University of Nairobi 1971-01-01T00:00:00Z http://erepository.uonbi.ac.ke/handle/11295/51123 Chairmen: Department of Geospatial and Space Technology University of Nairobi 0025-07-13T00:00:00Z http://erepository.uonbi.ac.ke/handle/11295/50839 Chairpersons, Department of Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering (1986 - To Date) University of Nairobi The Department of Mechanical Engineering is among the first departments set up in this university in 1956 in the then Royal Technical College. This college was later transformed and upgraded by an Act of the East African High Commission on 25 th June 1961 into the second University College in East Africa under the name "Royal College Nairobi". On 20 th May 1964, the Royal College Nairobi was renamed University College Nairobi and on attainment of "University College" status, the institution was admitted into special relation with the University of London in February 1961. From this stage the Department of Mechanical Engineering started training students in East Africa for the degree of Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (University of London). In June 1963, the University of East Africa was inaugurated and students started enrolling for B.Sc. Degree in Mechanical Engineering of the University of East Africa. The University of East Africa was later dissolved in July 1, 1970 and through an Act of Parliament the University of Nairobi was set up. Henceforth students enrolling in the department prepared for a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering of the University of Nairobi. The department continued training students in Mechanical Engineering from the three East African states i.e. Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania up to about 1980. Thereafter, the majority of students trained have largely been Kenyans 2013-01-01T00:00:00Z http://erepository.uonbi.ac.ke/handle/11295/50793 Chairpersons, Department of Civil & Construction Engineering (1970 - To Date) University of Nairobi The Civil Engineering curriculum is planned to provide a sound professional education. After completing their first year courses, students are offered courses in Applied Mechanics, Hydraulics, Surveying, Materials, Structures, Engineering Management, Geotechnical Engineering, Transportation Engineering and Environmental Health and Water Resources Engineering. Courses in mathematics, computer programming and non - technical subjects are also obligatory in the programme. Throughout their studies, students are encouraged to take part in applied and theoretical research as well as in practical professional training. What is civil Engineering? Civil Engineering is a profession which plays a major role in the research, planning, design, construction, development and management of the infrastructures necessary for community life. This infrastructure includes water drainage, storage, treatment and pipeline systems; roads and public transport systems; large buildings such as office blocks, shopping centers, schools and hospitals; recreational facilities such as parks and sports stadia. What do Civil Engineers do? Civil engineers can specialize in any of the diverse aspects of their profession, such as project management, construction, environmental analysis, design and transport planning. They work together with other professions concerned with the environment, town planning, architecture and community development. Some civil engineers work on construction sites, while others are office-based. Certain projects require years of involvement while others are completed within weeks. Hence a civil engineering career is full of variety. Who should consider becoming a Civil Engineer? An ideal civil engineer is someone who: • Thrives on the challenge of problem solving • Is motivated to get things done and is prepared to be involved throughout the process • Has good mathematics and science skills • Enjoys working with other people, including those outside of their profession • Wants to make a positive difference to the world around them 2013-01-01T00:00:00Z