Engineering, Art & Tech

CEDAT Students Showcase Innovations at HEPSSA Workshop

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4 years ago

July 23, 2021

Mark Wamai

A student (left) showcases their innovation during the 9th Annual CEDAT Open Day held 28th-29th February 2020, Makerere University.

Despite the challenges brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, students and staff at the College of Engineering, Design, Art and Technology (CEDAT) have continued to exhibit excellence in innovations to address different challenges. This was witnessed during a 2-day online workshop organized by the Higher Education Partnership for Sub Sahara Africa (HEPSSA) Project on 15^th and 16^th July 2021.

The project, funded by the Royal Academy of Engineering supports different activities including curriculum review and problem-based learning in institutions of higher learning. Also supported is registration of Intellectual Property, University-Industry staff exchanges, workshops, conferences and training in Engineering Education.

The project is being undertaken by different universities including Makerere University, Kyambogo University, Mbarara University of Science and Technology, Busitema University, Ndejje University, Moi University, University of Dar es Salaam and University of Leeds in the UK.

The HEPSSA project Aims at creating partnerships that will help in enriching engineering education and contribute to engineering capacity development in the region. It also seeks to improve the quality and relevance of engineering education and research in SSA. These improvements should be made by catalyzing industry-academia partnerships in ‘hub’ universities and their partner institutions.

Some of the exhibitions showcased included;

Related Topics:CEDAT COVID-19 HEPSSA innovation Partnerships RAEng

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CEDAT Open Day Conference Addresses Green Skills for Green Jobs

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2 weeks ago

March 20, 2025

Alex Isemaghendera

The College of Engineering, Design, Art, and Technology (CEDAT) successfully hosted its 2025 Open Day on March 13th and 14th, bringing together students, industry leaders, and policymakers to champion sustainability and innovation. Organized by the Makerere Engineering Students Association (MES), the event aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and highlighted the pivotal role of green skills in shaping a sustainable future.

Dubbed “The CEDAT Open Day and Exhibition,” the event was aimed to empower students, enhance collaboration between academia and industry, and raise public awareness about green skills and their role in shaping a sustainable future. It also aimed to bridge the gap between students and private sector companies, providing a platform for budding engineers to showcase their creativity, connect with professionals, and gain insights into the evolving green economy. Interactive workshops and panel discussions were an avenue to further fuel innovation and inspire actionable solutions to environmental and related challenges.

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Engineering, Art & Tech

More highlights of the 2025 CEDAT Open Day

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2 weeks ago

March 20, 2025

Alex Isemaghendera

Day 2 of the 2025 CEDAT Open, themed “Green Skills for a Sustainable Future”. Following the successful conclusion of Day 1, which celebrated participants of the Cadence Innovation Award.

This is what happened on Friday, 14th March 2025:
Opening Ceremony: Led by the organizers, patrons, and student association leadership.

Industry Engagements: Companies like SogeaSatom, ATC Uganda, Cadence Design Systems, UIPE, and UETCL shared insights on engineering, innovation, and sustainability in Uganda.

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Engineering, Art & Tech

Call for Applications; Makerere University – University of Groningen Erasmus+ Programme (2021 – 2027)

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1 month ago

February 20, 2025

Alex Isemaghendera

Don’t miss the chance to apply for the Erasmus+ ICM scholarships from the University of Groningen! Four scholarships available for any discipline, with a 90-day mobility period. Apply by 27 March 2025!

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