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WELCOME TO THE
ACCRA TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY

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On behalf of the entire partnership community of students, lecturers, researchers, supporting

staff, alumni and benefactors, I am delighted to welcome you to Accra Technical University

(ATU), located within the central business district of Accra, the Capital City of Ghana.

Being Ghana's oldest and finest Technical University, we pride ourselves on being a place where
everyone is welcome, and everyone deserves to thrive to achieve excellence. Our goal is not
only to help you become students and graduates but more importantly pursue your own
individual dreams as well as realizing your potentials as educated citizens. That said, we
congratulate you on taking this important step toward realizing your educational goals.

The University is a great technical university, with an international recognition for championing
the course of Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in Ghana, to serve as the
wheels that will drive the country's socio – economic and industrial development agenda.

In the pursuance of high quality and excellent education, we have very impressive facilities,
resourced with the state-of-the-art laboratories, equipments, workshops and modern libraries
to aid teaching and learning. We believe that the bona fide benchmark of collegiate success is
in the quality of education and the profound impact it has on students in particular and on the
country and world as a whole.

Here at Accra Technical University, we offer rigorous curricula in engineering and technology,
applied sciences and arts and business, connected to professions that address contemporary
issues. Our students are equipped with the best knowledge and skills meant to meet the

competitive demands of the industrial job market through interactive class room activities,
creative endeavors, practical applications and training, leading to rewarding employments of our
graduates.

The University in collaboration with industries has distinguished faculty and technical advisors to
teach meaningful courses geared towards the solving of occurring demands of the industries.
The University's location offers countless resources and activities which provides students with a
rich educational experience that few universities can match.

We are very proud to be one of the exceptional universities contributing to Ghana's
development and I encourage you to explore the faculty biographies in this literature and on
our website. You will see that, Accra Technical University faculty programmes and course
contents are relevant in their fields and closely engaged in modern professional disciplines. Our
alumni are similarly accomplished, working in prestigious companies or enrolled in various
graduate programmes in esteemed universities worldwide.

These are exciting times at the University, as we are renewing our commitment to education and
celebrating excellence in teaching and learning.

We welcome you to our great University and we encourage you to take advantage of all it has
to offer. Thank you for reading through this manual and visiting our website. Feel free to contact
the University, if and when you need further assistance.

SIGNED:

Samuel Nii Odai

PROFESSOR SAMUEL NII ODAI
VICE–CHANCELLOR

CONTENT

1. Welcome
2. Vice Chancellor's portrait
3. Council Chairman's portrait
4. History of Accra Technical University
5.

HISTORY OF
ACCRA TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY

Being the first Technical University (then Polytechnic) under the Higher Education
established in Ghana, Accra Technical Council was vest with the autonomy to award
University was founded in the city of Higher National Diploma (HND) through the
Accra, the nation's capital, in 1949 as a National Board for Professional and Technical
Technical School and commissioned in 1957 as Examination (NABPTEX).
Accra Technical Institute. In 1963, the name of In 2007, the passage of the Polytechnic Act
the Institute changed to Accra Polytechnic (Act 745), repealed the PNDC Law 321 of 1992,
under the directive of Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, to allow polytechnics have the autonomy to
Ghana's first President, to be a key driver of award Higher National Diplomas (HND),
the country's industrialization process. Diplomas, Certificates and other degrees that
Following the influence in its early the Polytechnic may deem appropriate, all
organization and contributions, engineered accredited by the National Accreditation
the enactment of the PNDC Law of 1992 Board.
(PNDC 321) in 1993/1994, which made the
Polytechnic gain tertiary recognition. The further advancement of introducing the
Technical University Act established in 2016,
This elevation provided that, the University (Act 922), converted together eight (8)
Polytechnics including Accra Polytechnic to

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Technical Universities, given it a Technical Engineering, Interior Architecture & Upholstery,
University status. The rise was aimed at Building Technology, Science Laboratory
enhancing technical training with emphasis on Technology, Computer Science, Mathematics
producing world class graduates molded in and Statistics, Hotel Catering and Institutional
excellence and professionalism in diverse Management, Fashion Design and Textiles,
technical programmes. Accounting and Finance, Marketing, Purchasing
Currently the University has five (5) faculties, and Supply, Secretaryship and Management
namely; Faculty of Engineering, Faculty of Built Studies.
Environment, Faculty of Applied Science,
Faculty of Applied Arts, and Faculty of Business
.
We have varied programmes under the
faculties leading to the awards of Bachelor of
Technology degrees, Higher National Diploma
and Diploma and other certificate
programmes in; Mechanical Engineering,
Electrical / Electronic Engineering, Civil

‘‘Being the first Technical University established in Ghana,
Accra Technical University was founded in the city of Accra,
the nation's capital, in 1949 as a Technical School and
commissioned in 1957 as Accra Technical Institute. In 1963,
the name of the Institute changed to Accra Polytechnic
under the directive of Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, Ghana's first
President, to be a key driver of the country's industrialization
process.

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ATU MILESTONES

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Accra Technical
University

LOCATION

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Accra Technical University has its main campus

situated in the Central Business District of The western gate of the University is

Accra - Tudu, the capital city of Ghana, making surrounded by the Central Police Station of

it a succinct and unique depiction of an 'Inner- Accra, the Ghana Cocoa Board and the Airtel

City' Technical University. Located at the midst and MTN Mobile Communication operators. It

of other high profiled corporate businesses also shares its southern boundary with the

and institutions, the 'Inner-City' University is Assembly Press and the annex office of

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The Mpehuasem Campus of Accra Technical diverse services and transport preferences to
University is located within the Ga West all over the country.
Municipal Assembly of Greater Accra, on the Details instructional locations and
Amasaman – Nsawam stretch, Kumasi High communications access can be found at the
way. back of this catalogue or at www.atu.edu.gh.
The University campuses are 4 km and Barnes Road, Please use our live chat option
20 km drive, respectively, from the KOTOKA via www.atu.edu
International Airport with easy accessibility from
all directions in Accra and a guarantee to

THE CITY OF ACCRA

Located in the Western Gulf coast of administrative offices and embassies are to be
Africa, Ghana stands out as one of the found in various parts of the city. Accra is
most politically and economically stable traditionally the home to the Gas - Accra, also
as well as culturally vibrant countries on the has a large expatriate community, especially
continent. Ghana is also a home to a number from Lebanon, India and the United States,
of national parks where students have the who have established here for decades.
opportunity to experience the country's Immigrants from the West also exist.
remarkable wildlife and landscape The capital
city of Accra is an intriguing blend of Accra's weather is hot but not as humid as
modernity and a rich colonial history. Accra is other capitals on the Gulf of Guinea's coast
a large city, well accessible to all and sundry. due to the Dahomey Gap. Many students
choose to study in Accra not only because of
The main administrative and business district the country's respected education but most
runs north from the coastline and the coastal importantly because there are a lot of
forts of Jamestown and Usher Town, the city's networking opportunities and social activities
original settlements. Many government and that suits all taste. Besides, it is the ideal

starting point for travelling to other parts of National Theatre
Ghana or abroad. Accra is a sprawling city The theatre was inaugurated in 1992 to house
with about 2.5 million residents. It is one of the national symphony orchestra, national
Africa's safest capitals and a strategic trade dance and drama companies. The
post for trade. The New York Times in 2003 contemporary design of the theatre includes a
rated Accra as the fourth out of forty-Six best Chinese-style garden, open air theatre and
places to visit for business and pleasure. Accra exhibition hall, among others. Families,
has a mixture of modern buildings, Shanty individuals and groups troop in to the theatre
towns, castles and lively markets. The central for entertainment.
hub is around the Makola Market. Just south
of the market is the Atlantic. It has many Independence Square
cultural, commercial and ecological attractions The Independence Square is built on the
worth exploring. They include: original site where the three Ex-service men
were shot during the colonial era (28 February
National Museum crossroad shooting, 1948), while they were
The National Museum houses a rich display of trying to present their grievances to the British
Ghana's historical treasures, arts and cultures, Governor. It has since time immemorial, been
as well as collections from neighbouring West used as a place to commemorate these
African countries. Such collections include service men and other Ghanaians who fought
objects of archaeology, ethnography; for the attainment of Ghana's independence
traditional Chiefs regalia, indigenous Ghanaian from colonial rule.
musical instruments, etc.

The Arts Center Christianborg Castle
The Arts Center as the name suggests, is a This is a unique castle among the castles and
great place where handicraft works depicting forts in Ghana, as it served as Government
Ghana's rich culture and other neighbouring house during various periods in the 19th
West African countries are exhibited and sold century till date. The castle has pictures and
at affordable prices. The facilities at the center documented works of the various governors
comprise workshops, art galleries, craft and presidents before and after the country's
bazaars and traditional textile market. transition from Gold Coast to Ghana.

Makola Market Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum
Makola is a place you can never miss in Accra.
The market is the central business place and (Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park (KNMP)
busiest section in Accra where absolutely all The mausoleum is the last resting place of
foreign and local merchandise are sold and Ghana's first president and famous Pan-
bought at bargained prices. Close to Makola is Africanist, Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah. It
the effigy of Tackie Tawiah 1, the twentieth King houses the life and works of Dr. Kwame
of the Ga State, which gives us a panoramic Nkrumah. History has it that it was on this park
view of Rawlings Park. The Accra High Street that Dr. Kwame Nkrumah the declared
which connects the Independence Arch independence for Ghana on 6 March 1957. The
through the Supreme High Court, Kwame park has therefore since time immemorial been
Nkrumah Memorial Park and the Bank of dedicated to him for his phenomenal struggle
Ghana to the Ga Mashie and other parts of and fight for Ghana's independence. Kwame
the city, is within a walking distance from Nkrumah Memorial Park is a place you
Markola Street. wouldn't want to miss during your stay in
Ghana and Accra in particular.

GOVERNANCE

The Governing Council
Accra Technical University is a public non- profit institution established under the laws of Ghana, in line with the
National Technical University Structure (Act). It is governed by a board known as the “Council”, consisting of up
to 19 members. The Governing Council has the legal and fiduciary responsibility for ensuring the quality and
integrity of the institution.
The Council consists of;
a) The Chairperson;
b) Three (3) nominees appointed by the Government
c) Vice Chancellor of the University
d) Representative of National Council for Tertiary Education (NCTE)
e) Representative of Association of Ghana Industries (AGI)
f ) Representative of CHASS
g) Representative of Ghana Employers Association (GEA)
h) Representative of Association of Principals of Technical Institute (APTI)
i) Representative of University Alumni
j) Representative of University Convocation (Teaching)
k) Representative of University Convocation (Non - Teaching)
l) Representative of Teaching Staff Association
m) Representative of Senior Staff Association
n) Representative of Junior Staff Association

o) Representative of Students Representative Council (SRC)
p) University Registrar (In attendance)
q) University Director of Finance (In attendance)

The Executive Committee
The executive committee has a responsibility for supervising the daily implementation of the Council and
Academic Board board policies and making sure that the boards are establishing and maintaining good
governance practices. The Committee has the authority to make some decisions in consultation with higher
authorities and ensures that the decisions are carried out.
The Committee shall consist of;
a) The Vice –Chancellor
b) The Pro Vice – Chancellor
c) The Registrar
d) The Director of Finance
e) The Deans
f ) The Director of Developments
g) The Director of Internal Audit

The Management Body
Management body coordinates the complex activity in the Institution and maintains the cooperative
atmosphere within Accra Technical University. Officers coming together to form the Management Team are;
a) The Vice –Chancellor
b) The Pro Vice – Chancellor
c) The Registrar
d) The Director of Finance

The Academic Board
The academic board is the body responsible for assuring academic quality and ensuring academic integrity
and high standards in teaching, learning, scholarship and research. Through its membership, it also aims to
provide academics with a voice about decisions that directly affect them, notably the teaching-learning
environment. It also provides an important venue for student involvement in academic decision-making.
The Academic Board consists of the following persons, namely:
a) The Vice Chancellor, who shall be the Chairperson;
b) The Registrar, who shall be the secretary
c) All Deans (Academic & Non –Academic)
d) Vice Deans
e) All Academic Directors
f ) All Heads of academic divisions and departments
g) One representative of Convocation (Teaching)
h) Two representatives of Convocation (Non - Teaching)
i) Two representative of Students Representative Council (SRC)
j) Director, Industrial Liaison
k) Director, Public Affairs (In attendance)
l) Director, Legal (In attendance)
m) Head, Examination Office (In attendance)

KEY OFFICERS

ADMINISTRATIVE
DIRECTORS

ADMINISTRATIVE
DIRECTORS

ADMINISTRATIVE
DIRECTORS

STUDENTS' REPRESENTATIVE
COUNCIL (SRC )

Students' interest in the university is
paramount; therefore the Students'
Representative Council represents the
student body and coordinates the activities of
the academic, cultural, religious, political and
recreational clubs and societies. The SRC also
serves as a link with external organizations and
concerns itself with all facets of student
wellbeing in the University.

ADMINISTRATION & ORGANIZATION

ACADEMIC AFFAIRS INDUSTRIAL LIAISON
This directorate is the headquarters of all The directorate collaborates with industries &
academic issues and it is responsible for organizations to place students on internships in
coordinating academic matters as far as the order for them to gather adequate work related
University is concerned. Its activity spans almost experience and broaden their horizon with
all student related matters. That is to say regards to industrial operations.
admission of students, ID cards, Certificates and
Transcripts. GUIDANCE AND COUNSELLING
Guidance and Counselling is an essential part of
PUBLIC RELATIONS DIRECTORATE the University's goal to producing outstanding
Accra Technical University has a well-established graduates. This directorate is responsible for
Public Relations Directorate which is responsible helping students address personal and emotional
for building a mutual and cordial benefiting challenges that may affect their studies on
relationship between students and campus. The Guidance and Counselling
administration, staff and students, and also our Directorate works closely with all University
prospective students and clients. The directorate Academic Counselors and professional
also engages in all forms of publicity and psychologists through special workshops for
communication channels that ensure that staff, students to realize their academic and personal
students and all the institution's publics are potential.
abreast of the institution's information.

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STUDENT
SUPPORT

STUDENT SUPPORT Accra Technical University has the sole
aim of ensuring that students get a
&ADVICE SYSTEM sound and comfortable study
environment. The Academic Affairs and Public
Affairs Directorates are the main offices for
enquires concerning admissions, enrollment
and administrative advice. The entire
University is filled with committed personnel
who are always ready to respond to any
enquiry and also to assist students facing
difficulties on campus.

ORIENTATION PROGRAMME
Orientation is a social and academic
programme designed to introduce newly
admitted students to the life and study at
Accra Technical University. The purpose of the
student orientation is to ensure that freshers
(newly admitted students) have a successful
transition and integration into campus life. This
programme promotes discussion among
freshers and staff on the expectations and
perceptions of the campus community.

SOCIAL PROGRAMME
The Student Representative Council (SRC)
organizes social programmes for students –
that is the SRC week celebration. This
programme enables students to meet new
people, learn how things are done on campus
and also have fun. This is an essential part of
your studies as it will go a long way to get you
acquainted with the new system. As part of the
social programme, the SRC organizes tours
and weekend trips.

LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY professional future. To help produce students
Trends in the advancement of the global who will make a difference in their field of study,
industry today have necessitated the study of the institution has specialized offices which give
various languages. Accra Technical University career related advice and skills development
therefore identified the need to help in the workshops and also see to linking graduates to
entrepreneurial and language training to ease industry- The World of Work.
the strain of both foreigners and citizens who
come into contact with people of diverse
backgrounds. Languages include proficiency in
English, French, Spanish, German and Chinese.

EMPLOYABILITY AND CAREER CENTRE
Choosing to study at Accra Technical
University offers you the opportunity to
develop your skills in your chosen field of
study so as to have full control in your

OFFICE OF THE DEAN OF STUDENTS mechanisms will ensure continuous quality
The Office of the Dean of Students' Affairs is control and improvement in higher education.
responsible for planning, coordinating and The ultimate goal of the Quality Assurance
implementing a variety of programmes and Directorate in Accra Technical University is
services which are designed to assist and therefore to ensure that the services provided
support students in achieving academic and are of high standards and that it fulfills its
personal progress in their social and academic purposes as an educational institution. Another
lives. The office provides service for student's goal is to ensure that the institution builds on
welfare and collaborates to help strengthen its core strengths; center of Excellence for high
areas where services are being provided for quality teaching and learning, research,
students. The office provides support to community and other services, to secure and
Student Leaders on leadership skills, students sustain a world class competitive edge.
management skills, financial management skills,
time management, and relevant laws and BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT DIRECTORATE
regulations of the institution. A number of This Directorate collaborates with various
student associations exist within the University departments in the Institution as well as
environment and as such, the Office of the external bodies to provide proposal related
Dean of Students' Affairs is constantly engaged services which are of immense benefit to Accra
in interactions with these associations, be it Technical University.
academic, social and religious groupings. The
office, through its constant engagement with
students, has ensured a congenial atmosphere
through the reduction of noise levels for
effective studies.

QUALITY ASSURANCE DIRECTORATE
The quality assurance of higher education has
become an essential global trend and an
increasingly important policy on national
agendas due to the expansion of higher
education systems. The wide spread
recognition that higher education is a major
driver of economic competitiveness in an
increasingly knowledge-driven global
economy, has made high quality education
more important than ever before. The
imperative for countries is to raise higher-level
employment skills, to sustain a globally
competitive research base and to improve
knowledge dissemination to the benefit of
society. Higher education contributes to social
and economic development; hence, there are
strong expectations that quality assurance

OUTSTANDING FACILITIES

OUSTANDING FACILITIES

Accra Technical University has a wide range
of state of the art facilities for its students to
utilize. These facilities are made available to
enable our students have a sound
educational experience by exposure to up-
to-date equipments and technology
employed in the industries.

HOSPITALITY AND CONFERENCE
SERVICES
Accra Technical University has in place modern
conference facilities for residential and non
residential usage by government agencies,
NGO's, private and international organizations
and groups. Indicated below are details of the
facilities in ATU.

UNIVERSITY CLINIC
The health needs of the students, staff and all
members of the University community are
taken care of by the University Clinic. The
Clinic is headed by professional doctors and
nurses from Mondays to Fridays at 7:00 a.m.
to 6:00pm. It is situated on campus. It is within
5 kilometers to the Greater Accra Regional
Hospital and15 kilometers from the National
Hospital Kolebu.

RESTAURANTS
The University operates various cafeteria
services on campus where one can get various
dishes prepared and served under hygienic
condition. Both local and international dishes
are served for the satisfaction of all who
patronize.

ACADEMIC
SUPPORT FACILITIES

LABORATORIES and staff from various departments in their
The Institution has well established modern research programmes.
laboratories within the various faculties to
enhance practical teaching and learning. LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SERVICES
These laboratories include; Engineering Labs, Accra Technical University library facilities are
Computer and Language Labs, Science and fully resourced with the necessary academic
research Laboratories. These are stocked with materials, managed with good customer care
needed equipment to ensure that students relations to provide high quality, up-to-date
get the best teaching and learning experience. and relevant information resources and
services to support teaching, learning and
RESEARCH AND INNOVATION CENTRE research needs of students, staff and faculty of
The Centre coordinates the planning and the Premier Technical University. The library's
development of research and service wide range of information services and
operations in Accra Technical University. Their products are specifically designed with the view
activities include research in the various fields to enhancing academic excellence of our
of study, the environment and the operation of students in particular. The library is also fully
the Institution. As such, they feature students networked to offer the following services:

· Lending of books, periodicals rugby, football, and volleyball are some of the
· Reference and referral services sports activities offered in the University.
· Inter-library loans
· Information Literacy Programmes INSTITUTIONAL PARTNERSHIPS
· Services for students with special needs Accra Technical University is committed to
providing access to higher education. To that
COMPUTER LABORATORIES end, it partners with industries and technical
Educational Institutions everywhere are colleges throughout the Ghana and beyond.
witnessing a paradigm shift brought about by As the name suggests, this setup handles
the use of information communication partnership with international institutions and
technology (ICT) to enhance the teaching and organizations to undertake projects and has
learning processes. Accra Technical University the mandate to fast track the scout for
in the bid to keep up with these global trends students globally. Their activities go a long way
of integrating the power of ICT to deliver to helping international students receive the
effective teaching, learning and research necessary support to aid their stay on ATU
services in the University community, has campus and Ghana at large.
established a vibrant ICT department. The
Computer Department within the Academic INSTITUTIONAL
Division operates the Computer laboratories LINKAGES/COLLABORATION
and ensures all campuses have Internet access. Accra Technical University has established and
maintains linkages and collaborations for
SPORTS AND PHYSICAL RECREATION academic interaction and exchange with other
The Sports, Recreation, and Leisure Unit institutions programmes. Among these
conducts and sees to all sporting activities of institutions include; University of Cape Coast ,
the University. Inter- halls, inter-University, and KNUST, Avans University, the Netherlands,
other tertiary - related sporting activities are Utrecht School of the Arts (HKU), the
coordinated by the Unit. Basketball, handball, Netherlands Liverpool John Moore, England,

The Hague University of Applied Sciences, the
Netherlands, Vaasa University of Applied
Science and All Technical Universities in
Ghana.

ACCOMODATION
At Accra Technical University, there are
accommodation facilities to suit every student.
It is meant for students to have a full
experience of campus life. Currently, there are
two (2) student hostels on campus. To be
considered for accommodation in any of
these on-campus hostels, a student needs to
apply early due to the high demand for the
hostel rooms; and for individuals who would
opt for off campus accommodation, there are
rental facilities not far from the Polytechnic
campus.

ATU ALUMNI ASSOCIATION
The role of the Alumni Relations Office is to
retain and enhance the relationship between
the University and its graduates. The office
coordinates the creation and maintenance of
contacts with past students of the institution.

RE 06 ATU Alumnus
PICTU HON. TONGRAAN KUGBILSONG

NANLEBEGTANA
Paramount Chief of Talensi /
Member of Council of State &
Former MP for Talensi

THE ACCRA TECHNICAL
UNIVERSITY DRIVE

Accra Technical University is committed to delivering on the mandate of
the establishment of Technical University education in Ghana, which is to
create high quality and diverse middle level management personnel,
who will easily slide into the Ghanaian industrial environment and form the
backbone for Ghana's development.
To create maximum investment return for businesses, industries and
government, through the acceleration of knowledge transfer and putting
research into practice. Accra Technical University continuously seeks to provide
excellence in tuition, practical training, learning and research aimed at equipping
students with the comprehensive technical knowledge and skills needed for the
readily available industrial market.
Our programmes are hereby tactically structured, relevant enough, to suffice the
growing demands of our society and the world at large, in the fields of
Engineering, Built Environment, Applied Sciences, Applied
Arts and Business. The scope of tuition is designed flexibly
enough to incorporate workers, foreigners and
Ghanaian students who have the ambition for
learning.
The institution has been accredited to offer courses
leading to the award of Bachelor of Technology
degrees, Higher National Diplomas and other
certificates, at all levels.

Each certificate awarded by Accra Technical
University is an affirmation of the knowledge, skill,
and academic attainment of the recipient. The
University's success as an organization is
measured by the accomplishments of its
graduates and their individual contributions to
society.

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As the University has grown, its student-centered
approach to education has been accepted all over the
world. Our idea of education is a lifelong process,
unhindered by time, pattern, or location. Our s
system of education is uniquely aligned to connect a
diverse population of students to a network of
innovative educational programs that are relevant to
their lives, careers and the job market.

Being the first to address the needs of the working
adult, our programmes are offered through; Full
(Morning) and Part –Time (evening) education and
other innovative modes. The selection of our course
content is consistent with the University's vision and
mission – to train and equip students with the
technical knowledge and hands on skills needed for
the readily available industrial market.

WHAT CAN I STUDY

1BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY 2 HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA
(B.TECH) PROGRAMMES (HND) PROGRAMMES
(REGULAR / EVENING)
3NON- HND PROGRAMMES
4 ACCESS (PRE-HND) COURSE FOR
SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
PROGRAMMES ONLY
5 PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMMES

B.TECHBACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY
PROGRAMMES(B.TECH) PROGRAMMES B

1. Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering

2. Bachelor of Technology - Automobile Engineering

3. Bachelor of Technology - Building Technology

4. Bachelor of Technology - Civil Engineering

5. Bachelor of Technology - Electrical/Electronic Engineering

a) Power and Automation Option

b) Telecommunications Option

6. Bachelor of Technology- Medical Laboratory Science

7. Bachelor of Technology –Science Laboratory

Technology

a) Analytical Chemistry Option

b) Environmental Technology Option

c) Food Technology Option

d) Clinical Biochemistry Option

8. Bachelor of Technology-

Computer Science

9. Bachelor of Technology- Statistics

10. Bachelor of Technology -

Fashion Design & Textiles

11. Bachelor of Technology -

Hospitality Management

12. Bachelor of Technology - Procurement

and Supply Chain Management

13. Bachelor of Technology - Accounting

14. Bachelor of Technology –

Banking and Finance

15. Bachelor of Technology - Marketing

16. Bachelor of Technology –

Secretaryship and Management

Studies

HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA
(HND) PROGRAMMES

H 1. HND Mechanical Engineering
2. HND Electricals / Electronics Engineering
3. HND Civil Engineering

4. HND Building Technology

5. HND Interior Design and Technology

HND 6. HND Science Laboratory Technology (SLT)
7. HND Computer Science

8. HND Statistics

9. HND Hotel, Catering and Institutional Management
(HCIM)
10. HND Fashion Design and Textiles
11. HND Accountancy

PROGRAMMES12. HNDMarketing
13. HND Purchasing and Supply

14. HND Secretaryship and Management Studies

15. HND Bilingual Secretaryship and Management Studies

NON-HNDNON-HND
PRON GRAMMESPROGRAMMES

1. Mechanical Engineering Technician Part I (MET I)
2. Motor Vehicle Technician Part I (MVT I)
3. Refrigeration Technician Part Ii (REF. TECH. II)
4. Electrical Engineering Technician Part II (EET II)
5. Electrical Engineering Technician Part I (EET I)
6. Construction Technician Course Part II (CTC II)
7. Construction Technician Course (CTC I)
8. Science Laboratory Technician Part I
9. Advanced Fashion
10. Advanced Cookery (812/2)
11. Advanced Business Certificate Examinations (ABCE)
12. General Business Certificate Exams (GBCE)
13. Diploma In Business Studies

(Accounting/Secretarial/Management/Purchasing &
Supply/Marketing/ Statistics/ Entreprenuership/ ICT
Options)
14. TVET Certificate II in Business Studies
(Accounting/Secretarial/ICT Options)

A ACCESS (PRE HND) COURSE FOR

SCIENCE & ENGINEERING
PROGRAMMES ONLY

· Mechanical Engineering
· Civil Engineering
· Electrical/Electronic Engineering
· Building Technology
· Furniture Design and Production
· Hotel Catering and Institutional Management
· Fashion Design and Textiles

ACCESS COURSE

P

PROFESSIONAL
PROGRAMMES ONLY

1. International Certificate in Logistics And
Transport
(CILT)

2. International Diploma in Logistics And
Transport
(DILT)

3. International Advanced Diploma in Logistics
and Transport - (ADILT)
PROFESSIONAL
PROGRAMMES

GENERAL
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY HND Certificate and Transcript Level/GBCE /ABCE credit

PROGRAMMES (TOP-UP) Non-Citizen Ghana card (FOR passes including English
i. Higher National Diploma ALL FOREIGN APPLICANTS) Language and Mathematics.

(HND) certificate in a relevant HIGHER NATIONAL b) SSSCE / WASSCE
field with a minimum of DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES APPLICANTS FOR SCIENCE
Second Class Lower Division. AND TECHNOLOGY
PROGRAMMES

ii. Applicants must have at A) GCE 'A'/ABCE LEVEL i. SSSCE applicants must have
least two (2) years post-HND APPLICANTS SIX (6) passes (A – D) in all
qualification working i. A minimum of two (2) GCE subjects including English
experience. 'A' Level/ABCE passes in Language and core
Mathematics; and at least

iii. Where applicable, the relevant subjects. A pass in three (3) of the subjects must
following documents must be General Paper will be an be relevant to the area of
submitted along with the advantage. specialisation.
AND ii. WASSCE applicants must

application form: ii. FOUR (4) GCE 'O' have SIX (6) passes (A1 – D7)

in all Core subjects including (6) subjects including English Language and core
English Language and core Language and core Mathematics; and must
Mathematics; and must Mathematics; and at least possess a minimum of C6 in
possess a minimum of C6 in three (3) of the subjects must any three (3) subjects which
any three (3) subjects relevant be relevant to the area of must be relevant to the area of
to the area of specialisation. specialisation. specialisation.

c) SSSCE /GBCE/ WASSCE ii. WASSCE applicants must
APPLICANTS FOR BUSINESS have passes (A1- D7) in SIX (6)
& ARTS PROGRAMMES subjects including English

I. SSSCE / GBCE applicants

must have passes (A- D) in SIX

INTERPRETATIONS OF

WASSCE/ SSSCE/ GBCE/ ABCE

WASSCE SSSCE NUMERICAL INTERPRETATION
EQUIVALENT
A1 A EXCELLENT
B2 B 1 VERY GOOD
B3 C 2
C4 D 3 GOOD
C5 - 4 CREDIT
C6 - 5 CREDIT
D7 - 6 CREDIT
7
PASS

A1 B2 B3 C4 C5 C6 D7

PRE-HND (ACCESS G. DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS In addition, applicants must
COURSE) APPLICANTS STUDIES (DBS) APPLICANTS pass the Mature Entrance
Applicants must pass three (3) TWO (2) WASSCE Examinations to be conducted
subjects (English Language, /SSSCE/GBCE/RSAII credit in in English Language,
Mathematics and Integrated English Language and Mathematics and General
Science) in the NABPTEX Mathematics, plus a minimum Knowledge. The mature
Access Course programme, of four (4) passes in the DBS candidate must have the
plus at least three (3) passes in relevant field. relevant working experience in
the technical subjects of study. the subject area.
H. OTHER CERTIFICATES
E. TECHNICIAN APPLICANTS AND DIPLOMA APPLICANTS J. FOREIGN APPLICANTS
Passes in Part I and Part II I. A Diploma from a Foreign applicants may be
programmes or a pass in recognised higher institution. admitted on the basis of
Ordinary Technician Diploma qualifications from their home
(OTD) OR countries for which
ii. Institute of Chartered equivalence shall be
F. CERTIFICATE II Accountants (Ghana) Level I determined by the National
APPLICANTS Accreditation Board (NAB) of
Passes in SIX (6) relevant OR Ghana and submitted to the
subjects comprising three (3) iii. First degree in a relevant University. Evidence of
core subjects (English area, and in a recognized proficiency in English Language
Language, Mathematics, institution. will be required in the case of
Integrated Science/Social applicants from non-English
Studies), plus three (3) passes I. MATURE APPLICANTS speaking countries. Foreign
in relevant elective subject Candidates must be at least applicants are also requested
areas. twenty-five (25) years old, and to acquire Non-Citizen
must show proof of age with Ghanacard as a pre-requisite
birth certificates or any for offer of admission. Foreign
legitimate documentary proof. applicants who fail to provide
evidence of having acquired
this card will not have their
applications processed.

NB:IN ALL CASES THE
CANDIDATES WOULD BE
EXPECTED TO MEET THE
DEPARTMENTAL
REQUIREMENTS

FACULTY OF
ENGINEERING

BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMMES
HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES
NON - HND PROGRAMMES
ACCESS (PRE-HND) COURSE FOR SCIENCE AND
ENGINEERING PROGRAMMES ONLY

INTRODUCTION The faculty Engineering has four departments
namely: Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering
and Electrical / Electronic Engineering. Our motto
is, “Science for Service”. Our programmes are
tailored to provide holistic hands-on training and
skills to contribute to the achievement of the
vision and mission of Accra Technical University.
The University has provided modernized
laboratories and workshops to enhance teaching
and learning activities. We are resourced with
qualified faculty staff who work hard to offer high
quality education.



MECHANICAL 1 b) Apply modern d) Exhibit professionalism,
ENGINEERING computational, analytical, ethical attitude, and team spirit
simulation tools and and pursue lifelong learning to
Objectives techniques to address the achieve career and
a) Plan, design, construct, challenges faced in mechanical organizational goals.
maintain and improve
mechanical engineering and allied engineering B.TECH IN AUTOMOBILE
systems that are technically streams. ENGINEERING (TOP-UP)
sound, economically feasible
and socially acceptable to c) Communicate effectively
enhance quality of life.
using innovative tools and Duration 2yrs Top-up
demonstrate leadership & Target Grp. ALL NATIONALITIES
entrepreneurial skills.

Entry Req’t. See below

COURSE CONTENT

Year 1 Year 2

MCE 411 Mechanics of Fluids IV MCE 421 Computer Diagnostic of Vehicle Systems
MCE 413 Dynamics and Vibrations MCE 423 Transport Economics and Appraisal
MCE 415 Vehicle Development and Manufacture MCE 425 Selling and Sales Management
MCE 417 Instrumentation and Control MCE 427 Vehicle Dynamics
MCE 419 Applied Thermodynamics MCE 429 Vehicle Design
MCE 412 Management Information Systems MCE 422 Industrial Attachment
MCE 414 Industrial Engineering MCE 424 Project Work and Viva Voce
MCE 416 Vehicle Engine Design MCE 426 Introduction to Bio Fuels
MCE 418 CAD/CAM
MCE 420 Transport Network and Traffic Safety

B.TECH IN MECHANICAL
ENGINEERING (TOP-UP)

Duration 2yrs Top-up
Target Grp. ALL NATIONALITIES

Entry Req’t. See below

COURSE CONTENT

Year 1 Year 2

BME 351 Turbo Machines and Propulsion BME 471 Power Plants System
BME 353 Dynamics and Vibration BME 473 Robotics and Machine Vision Systems
BME 355 Maintenance Management BME 475 Design of Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning
BME 357 MATLab for Engineers
BME 359 Design of Machine Elements System
BME 352 Management Information Systems BME 477 Finite Element Methods and CAD/CAM
BME 354 Industrial Engineering and Ergonomics
BME 356 PLC's and Applied Control Systems BME 479 TOM and Reliability Engineering
BME 358 Strength of Materials
BME 360 Heat Transfer BME 481 Solar Energy Engineering
BME 472 Industrial Attachment

BME 474 Project Work and Viva Voce
BME 476 Introduction to Oil and Gas Processes
BME 478 Ergonomics for Engineers

Entry Requirements

Applicant must have graduated with a good HND certificate (i.e. at least 2nd Class Lower Division), in
Mechanical and related disciplines in Engineering. In addition, the applicant must have acquired a 2-
year post-HND qualification working experience in a mechanical or related industry.

Other Diploma qualifications from a recognized institution assessed to be equivalent to HND may be
similarly considered. In addition:

· Passed a departmental interview selection process.
Should obtained credits in English, Mathematics and Integrated Science and any three electives
at SSCE/ WASCE where applicable. Admission requirements

HIGHER NATIONAL
DIPLOMA (HND)

Duration 3yrs
Target Grp. ALL NATIONALITIES

Entry Req’t. See below

COURSE CONTENT

General Subjects MCE 151 Core Subjects
MCE 191
MAT 115 Engineering Mathematics I MCE 121 Engineering Drawing I
MCE 193 Strength of Materials I
MAT 116 Engineering Mathematics II MCE 161 Thermodynamics I
MAT 116 Mechanics of Machines I
CLT 101 Computer Literacy I MCE 152 Workshop Processes and Practice I
MCE 192 Engineering Mathematics II
CLT 102 Computer Literacy II MCE 122 Engineering Drawing II
MCE 194 Strength of Materials II
ACT 306 Management Accounting and Finance MCE 162 Thermodynamics II
EEE 134 Mechanics of Machines I
Elective Subjects MCE 213 Workshop Processes and Practice II
Automobile Enginering MCE 214 Electrical Engineering Principles
MCE 241 Machine Design I
MCE 283 Vehicle Technology I MCE 242 Machine Design II
MCE 251 Internal Combustion Engines I MCE 233 AutoCAD I
MCE 293 Material Technology MCE 243 AutoCAD II
EEE 233 Auto Electricals MCE 234 Mechanics of Machines III
MCE 201 Auto Workshop Practice MCE 244 Mechanics of Fluids I
MCE 284 Vehicle Technology II SMS 305 Mechanics of Machines IV
MCE 254 Internal Combustion Engines II SMS 306 Mechanics of Fluids II
MCE 234 Mechanics of Machines IV ETP 335 Management and Organization I
MCE 268 Auto Maintenance and Repair Management and Organization II
MCE 266 Vehicle Engineering Science and Calculation Entrepreneurship
MCE 224 Fuel, Oils and Lubricants
MCE 202 Auto Workshop Practice II
MCE 385 Vehicle Technology III
MCE 325 Workshop Organization and Administration I
MCE 323 Management and Control of Transport
MCE 355 Energy and Environmental Studies
EEE 323 Auto Electronics
MCE 305 Auto Workshop Practice
MCE 386 Vehicle Technology IV
MCE 326 Workshop Organization and Administration II
MCE 303 Auto Heating Refrigeration and

Air conditioning
MCE 328 Management Principles

COURSE CONTENT

Elective Subjects Production Enginering Elective Subjects Plant Maintenance Eng.

MCE 293 Material Technology I MCE 273 Plant Maintenance and Works Services I
MCE 207 Industrial Processes MCE 253 Internal Combustion Engines
EEE 223 Basic Electronics MCE 274 Plant Maintenance and Works Services II
MCE 203 Metrology MCE 204 Heat Transfer
MCE 263 Manufacturing Technology I MCE 345 Mechanics of Fluids III
MCE 294 Material Technology II MCE 335 Refrigeration and Air conditioning I
MCE 264 Manufacturing Technology II MCE 375 Plant Maintenance and Works Services III
MCE 272 Instrumentation and Measurement MCE 387 Instrumentation and Control
MCE 365 Manufacturing Technology III MCE 336 Refrigeration and Air conditioning II
MCE 315 Jig and Tool Design I MCE 376 Plant Maintenance and Works Services IV
MCE 371 Instrumentation and Control I MCE 384 Control Systems
MCE 391 Quality Control I MCE 396 Alternative Energy Sources
MCE 383 Installation and Maintenance Management MCE 386 Instrumentation and Measurement

MCE 367 Production Planning and Control
MCE 343 Robotics

MCE 366 Manufacturing Technology IV

MCE 316 Jig and Tool Design II
MCE 372 Instrumentation and Control II
MCE 392 Quality Control II
MCE 394 Introduction to Robotics

Elective Subjects Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineering.

MCE 261 Refrigeration and Air conditioning I MCE 373 Plant Maintenance and Works Services
MCE 223 Applied Thermodynamics MCE 361 Air conditioning and Load Estimation
MCE 271 Instrumentation and Control MCE 345 Mechanics of Fluids III
MCE 292 Energy Conversion and Heat Transfer MCE 332 Electro Mechanical Controls
EEE 234 Electrical Power and Machines MCE 364 Piping Design
MCE 262 Mechanical Structural Analysis MCE 346 Maintenance Management
MCE 256 Air conditioning and Refrigeration System MCE 356 Refrigeration and Air condition III
MCE 393 Refrigeration Systems MCE 362 Industrial Safety
MCE 351 Sewerage Treatment and Waste Disposal

Entry requirements

To be eligible for admission to the programme, (2) GCE 'A' Level passes in Mathematics and
Physics. A pass in Chemistry will be an
candidates are required to have one of the advantage.

following qualifications: · SSSCE/WASSCE Applicants:
Passes in six (6) SSSCE/WASSCE subjects
· GCE'A' Level Applicants: including Core/ Integrated Science, Core
Four (4) GCE'O' Level credits including Mathematics, Core English, Elective
English Language and Mathematics, AND Two

Mathematics and any three (3) elective related subjects.
subjects such as Physics, Chemistry, Technical Must have at least three (3) years working
Drawing, Metal Work, Engineering Science, experience.
Applied Electricity or Electronics or related Must pass a written aptitude test (English
subjects. Language, Mathematics, and General
Knowledge).
· Technical Applicants:
Pass in Refrigeration Technician II with passes · Teacher Applicant:
in all subjects. OR Pass in Motor Vehicle Four-year Certificate 'A'
Technician Part II with passes in all subject.
OR
OR Three-year Post Secondary Teacher's Certificate
Pass in Mechanical Engineering Technician
Part II passes in all subjects. AND
Four (4) GCE 'O'Level credits including English
OR Language, Mathematics and two (2) Science
Pass in Ordinary Technician Diploma (OTD) subjects or four (4) SSCE/WASCE passes
including English Language, Mathematics and
· Mature Applicants: two Science subjects
Must be at least twenty-five (25) years old.
Must have four (4) GCE 'O' Level credits or AND
four (4) SSSCE/ WASSCE passes including A minimum of three (3) years teaching
English Language, Mathematics and Science experience.