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DST/NRF Research Chair in Biofuels and Other Clean Alternative Fuels
video { width: 100% !important; height: auto !important; } The Bio-Energy research group, situated at the Faculty of Engineering at the North-West University is active in the field of second and third generation bio-refinery research, covering both biochemical and thermochemical production routes. The group consist of a unique blend of…https://engineering.nwu.ac.za/research/centre-research-and-continued-engineering-development-crced
Centre of Research And Continued Engineering Development (CRCED)
CRCED is a North-West University research institution situated in Pretoria and focuses on energy management and bio-engineering research. Energy management research includes industrial energy simulation, optimization, and systems development. The bio-engineering research focuses on metabolic or energy-related conditions such as cancer,…https://engineering.nwu.ac.za/research/sarchi-coal-research-chair
SARChI Coal Research Chair
video { width: 100% !important; height: auto !important; } The SARChI coal research chair, situated in the Faculty of Engineering at the North-West University, has been designed in accordance with a ‘cradle-to-grave’ value-addition project portfolio framework. The focus is on fine coal processing, coal utilisation optimisation, and…https://engineering.nwu.ac.za/research/energy-group
Energy Group
The Energy Research Group (ERG) is a multi-disciplinary research group, situated in the Faculty of Engineering at the North-West University. The ERG conducts cutting edge research and offers research opportunities at Bachelors (final year), Masters, PhD and Postdoctoral levels. The research done by ERG is always focused on providing…https://engineering.nwu.ac.za/research/hydrogen-south-africa-hysa
Hydrogen South Africa (HySA)
The Department of Science and Technology of South Africa developed the National Hydrogen and Fuel Cells Technologies (HFCT) Research, Development, and Innovation (RDI) Strategy. The National Strategy was branded Hydrogen South Africa (HySA) DST HySA Infrastructure Centre of Competence, co-hosted by NWU and CSIR, is focused on developing…https://engineering.nwu.ac.za/research/intelligent-systems
Intelligent Systems
The aim of the research group is to use proven engineering techniques, as well as applied research to add intelligence to business and operational systems, thereby making industry more adaptable, efficient, and profitable. [accordion collapsed] Current projects Road pavement condition monitoring: building intelligence into roads to enable…https://engineering.nwu.ac.za/research/materials-vibrations-analysis-and-manufacturing
Materials, Vibrations Analysis and Manufacturing
The Research Group, Materials, Vibrations Analysis and Manufacturing, is situated in the School of Mechanical Engineering at the NWU Faculty of Engineering. This research group specialises in materials selection for design, ceramics, and wear resistant ceramic matrix composite processing, high temperature nuclear materials, metals and materials…https://engineering.nwu.ac.za/research/mctronx
McTronX
About The core activity of the McTronX research group is the dynamic systems modelling, control and process monitoring of large-scale industrial systems. Characteristic of the group is the multi-disciplinary nature of its projects. The name McTronX is an acronym after the field of mechatronics and was chosen due to the strong activity in the…https://engineering.nwu.ac.za/research/telenet
Telenet
The Telenet research group is a focus group at the NWU Faculty of Engineering. The research done by the Telenet group is broadly within the area of Information and Communication Technology (ICT), with specific projects focusing on telecommunications, data networks, information security, and associated applications. The Telenet research…https://engineering.nwu.ac.za/research/thermal-fluids
Thermal Fluids
The thermal-fluid research group is a focus group within the Faculty of Engineering that focuses on research relevant to the thermal-fluid industry with the emphasis on energy systems. The members of the research group each specialize in a specific area of thermal-fluids, all complementing each other. Members of the group are also involved in…https://engineering.nwu.ac.za/electrical-electronic-and-computer-engineering
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The NWU’s School of Electrical, Electronic & Computer Engineering offers three different undergraduate degrees: Electrical and Electronic Engineering Electrical and electronic engineers are trained in both the areas of electrical and electronic engineering, with the ability to integrate methods and technologies across…https://engineering.nwu.ac.za/engineering/vision-and-mission
Vision and Mission
At the NWU Faculty of Engineering we change the world for the better. We do this, first, by educating and developing exceptional engineers who can and want to change the world and, secondly, by finding answers to current and future real-life challenges of our industries and communities, through our cutting-edge as well as applied research. We…https://engineering.nwu.ac.za/engineering/accreditation
Accreditation
All BEng programs at the Faculty of Engineering are designed to meet the standards set by the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA). ECSA conducts a comprehensive review of all NWU engineering programs every five years, ensuring that our graduates meet its stringent requirements in line with international standards under the Washington…https://engineering.nwu.ac.za/mechanical-engineering
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The NWU’s School of Mechanical Engineering offers two different undergraduate degrees: Mechanical Engineering The Mechanical Engineering degree is a dynamic and cutting-edge programme that positions students at the forefront of transformative innovations. Our Mechanical Engineering curriculum is carefully crafted to strike a…https://engineering.nwu.ac.za/industrial-engineering
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Step into the exhilarating world of Industrial Engineering at the NWU, where creativity and innovation unite in a unique educational setting. Our School for Industrial Engineering offers an intimate learning experience with smaller classes, encouraging close interaction with passionate lecturers. As industrial engineers, we are the…https://engineering.nwu.ac.za/engineering/engineering-day
Engineering Day
Ready to discover the exciting world of engineering? Join us for the 2025 Engineering Experience—a unique opportunity for students in grades 8 to 12 to explore the opportunities and prospects in studying engineering! Whether you're curious about how things work or dreaming of an engineering career, this is the perfect place to dive in…https://engineering.nwu.ac.za/engineering/community-engagement