Developing engineering programmes that respond to industry needs and meet professional accreditation standards requires careful planning and expert input. Kabarak University has taken another step in this direction through a consultative engagement with engineering expert Mr. Amit Washington on the proposed Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical and Electronics Engineering.

The engagement brought together Mr. Washington, members of University Management and representatives of the School of Science, Engineering and Technology (SSET), led by the Dean, Prof. Peter Rugiri. The visiting expert was received on behalf of the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Henry K. Kiplangat, by Dr. Antony Somba, Registrar, Academic and Research, who delivered the Vice-Chancellor's remarks.

The discussions focused on the University's progress in developing a comprehensive five-year Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical and Electronics Engineering curriculum. Particular attention was given to professional accreditation requirements, industry expectations and international standards for engineering education.

In his remarks, the Vice-Chancellor explained that the proposed programme responds to changing market demands and the need to strengthen graduate employability and professional recognition. He noted that the existing Telecommunications curriculum had experienced declining market popularity and student uptake, partly because it did not provide the formal engineering designation and professional recognition associated with programmes accredited by the Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK).

The University is therefore working towards a fully-fledged engineering degree that meets the accreditation requirements of both EBK and the Commission for University Education (CUE). The proposed transition is expected to broaden graduates' professional opportunities, strengthen their career mobility and position them for greater participation in the engineering industry.