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M.ENG – MAINTENANCE ENGINEERING

The Master of Engineering in Maintenance Engineering program is designed to equip students with advanced skills and knowledge in maintaining, optimizing, and managing the performance of complex systems and equipment in industries such as manufacturing, energy, transportation, and infrastructure. The program focuses on ensuring reliability, efficiency, and sustainability in industrial operations, aiming to reduce downtime, prevent failures, and enhance asset longevity. Students will gain both theoretical and practical expertise in the latest maintenance strategies, predictive maintenance technologies, and management practices.

PROGRAMME  SEMESTRE   DURATION  CREDIT  PARTNER INSTITUTION  ACCREDITATION  
MAINTENANCE ENGINEERING   2 SMESTERS   2 YEARS  120  UNIVERSITY OF BUEA   

CORE OBJECTIVES

1. Develop a Strong Foundation in Maintenance Engineering Principles

  • – Fundamentals of Maintenance: Teach students the core concepts of maintenance engineering, including preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance, and their role in maximizing operational efficiency and minimizing downtime.
  • – Reliability Engineering: Equip students with the tools to assess and improve system reliability, focusing on failure analysis, reliability-centered maintenance (RCM), and root cause analysis (RCA) to ensure long-term performance.
  • – Asset Management: Introduce students to the principles of asset management, including lifecycle management, condition monitoring, and the strategic planning required to maximize asset utilization and reduce operational costs.
  • – Mechanical and Electrical Systems Maintenance: Provide students with comprehensive knowledge of the maintenance of mechanical and electrical systems, including machinery, motors, pumps, valves, and control systems.

 

2. Enhance Expertise in Predictive and Preventive Maintenance Techniques

  • – Condition Monitoring: Teach students how to utilize condition monitoring techniques, such as vibration analysis, thermography, oil analysis, and acoustic emissions, to predict equipment failure and optimize maintenance schedules.
  • – Predictive Maintenance Technologies: Equip students with the knowledge of advanced predictive maintenance technologies, such as IoT sensors, machine learning algorithms, and data analytics, to predict equipment failure and reduce unplanned downtime.
  • – Preventive Maintenance Programs: Teach students how to design and implement effective preventive maintenance strategies to ensure regular inspections, calibration, and replacement of components to prevent breakdowns.
  • – Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA): Provide students with skills in conducting FMEA to identify potential failure points in equipment and systems and prioritize maintenance tasks based on their impact on operations.

 

3. Strengthen Knowledge of Maintenance Management and Optimization

  • – Maintenance Planning and Scheduling: Equip students with the tools to develop maintenance plans and schedules, ensuring that maintenance activities are performed efficiently, with minimal disruption to production.
  • – CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems): Teach students how to implement and manage CMMS software to track maintenance tasks, equipment history, inventory, and work orders, improving overall efficiency and reducing downtime.
  • – Spare Parts Management: Provide students with knowledge of spare parts inventory management and procurement strategies, ensuring timely availability of critical parts to prevent delays and improve maintenance effectiveness.
  • – Workforce Management and Training: Teach students how to manage and train maintenance teams, focusing on optimizing manpower, improving skill sets, and ensuring safety and quality in maintenance operations.

 

4. Promote Sustainability and Environmental Considerations in Maintenance

  • – Sustainable Maintenance Practices: Equip students with knowledge of environmentally sustainable maintenance practices, including energy-efficient technologies, waste reduction, and the use of eco-friendly materials in maintenance activities.
  • – Energy Management and Optimization: Teach students how to identify opportunities for energy savings in industrial operations and implement maintenance practices that reduce energy consumption and environmental impact.
  • – Regulatory Compliance and Safety Standards: Provide students with a deep understanding of regulatory compliance and safety standards related to maintenance engineering, including OSHA, ISO 14001, and other environmental and safety regulations.
  • – Maintenance in Green Technologies: Teach students how to maintain and optimize systems related to renewable energy, such as wind turbines, solar panels, and geothermal systems, ensuring their efficient operation and long-term sustainability.

 

5. Develop Expertise in Advanced Maintenance Engineering Technologies

  • – Automation and Robotics in Maintenance: Equip students with knowledge of how automation and robotics are revolutionizing maintenance operations, including the use of drones, automated inspection tools, and robotic repair systems for remote or hazardous maintenance tasks.
  • – 3D Printing for Maintenance: Introduce students to the use of 3D printing technologies for creating replacement parts, tools, and components, enabling rapid repairs and minimizing downtime.
  • – IoT and Smart Maintenance: Teach students how IoT devices and smart technologies can be used to monitor equipment performance, predict failures, and automate maintenance scheduling and reporting.
  • – Digital Twin Technology: Provide students with insights into how digital twin technology can simulate real-world equipment and systems for maintenance optimization, enabling better decision-making and preventive measures.

 

6. Foster Leadership and Management Skills in Maintenance Engineering

  • – Maintenance Strategy Development: Teach students how to develop and implement long-term maintenance strategies that align with organizational goals, focusing on cost reduction, system reliability, and continuous improvement.
  • – Project Management for Maintenance: Provide students with skills in project management, including budgeting, resource allocation, and risk management, to oversee large-scale maintenance projects and ensure they are completed on time and within budget.
  • – Change Management in Maintenance: Teach students the principles of change management to successfully implement new maintenance technologies, processes, and strategies while minimizing disruption to operations.
  • – Leadership and Team Building: Equip students with leadership skills to manage maintenance teams, foster collaboration, and ensure that maintenance operations align with organizational objectives and goals.

 

7. Improve Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills

  • – Root Cause Analysis (RCA): Provide students with advanced techniques for conducting RCA to determine the underlying causes of equipment failures and develop corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
  • – Data-Driven Decision Making: Teach students how to analyze maintenance data, performance metrics, and failure trends to make informed decisions that improve asset management and reduce costs.
  • – Optimization Techniques: Equip students with optimization tools and methodologies for improving maintenance schedules, resource allocation, and spare parts management to maximize operational efficiency and reduce downtime.

 

8. Enhance Communication, Collaboration, and Professional Development

  • – Effective Communication in Maintenance: Teach students how to communicate maintenance-related information to stakeholders, including senior management, engineers, and operators, ensuring that maintenance needs and strategies are understood and supported.
  • – Collaboration with Other Departments: Encourage collaboration between the maintenance department and other functions, such as production, engineering, and supply chain, to ensure seamless operations and reduce maintenance-related disruptions.
  • – Networking and Professional Development: Provide opportunities for students to network with industry professionals, attend conferences, and participate in professional organizations to stay current with industry trends and best practices.

 

9. Prepare Students for Career Readiness and Professional Growth

  • – Internships and Hands-On Experience: Offer students opportunities for internships and fieldwork with companies in the manufacturing, energy, or transportation sectors, where they can apply their knowledge in real-world settings.
  • – Professional Certifications: Guide students in obtaining industry-recognized certifications, such as Certified Maintenance Manager (CMM), Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE), or Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP), to enhance career prospects.
  • – Career Services and Networking: Provide career counseling, resume-building support, and networking opportunities with maintenance engineering professionals and organizations to facilitate the transition from education to employment.

 

10. Encourage Lifelong Learning and Continuous Improvement

  • – Commitment to Continuous Improvement: Instill a mindset of ongoing professional development and lifelong learning, encouraging students to stay updated on the latest technologies, standards, and best practices in maintenance engineering.
  • – Innovation and Adaptability: Prepare students to innovate and adapt to new maintenance technologies and methodologies, ensuring that they remain at the forefront of the maintenance engineering field.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

1. Maintenance Manager

  • – Oversee the maintenance operations : Ensure all equipment and systems are operating at peak performance while minimizing downtime in manufacturing, energy, or transportation industries.

 

2. Reliability Engineer

  • – Focus on reliability improvement : Use techniques such as root cause analysis, failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA), and reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) to enhance system reliability.

 

3. Maintenance Planner/Scheduler

  • – Develop and manage maintenance schedules : Ensure preventive maintenance tasks are completed on time, minimizing equipment failure and optimizing resource use.

 

4. Condition Monitoring Engineer

  • – Specialize in monitoring equipment health : Use techniques like vibration analysis, thermography, and oil analysis to recommend maintenance actions based on data.

 

5. Asset Manager

  • – Manage asset lifecycle : Ensure optimal performance, schedule maintenance activities, and strategically replace outdated equipment to improve efficiency.

 

6. Maintenance Technician

  • – Perform hands-on maintenance : Carry out inspections, repairs, and installations on machinery to ensure smooth and reliable equipment function.

 

7. Maintenance Engineer (Power Generation)

  • – Focus on power generation maintenance : Ensure that turbines, generators, and transformers operate reliably and meet safety standards for energy production.

 

8. Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) Consultant

  • – Provide RCM consulting services : Help organizations implement RCM strategies to improve maintenance practices and reduce operational costs.

 

9. Process Improvement Specialist

  • – Identify process improvement opportunities : Use methodologies like Six Sigma or Lean to reduce downtime and enhance system performance in maintenance processes.

 

10. Predictive Maintenance Engineer

  • – Use advanced technologies : Apply IoT sensors, machine learning, and data analytics to predict equipment failure and prevent unplanned downtime.

 

11. Maintenance Operations Director

  • – Lead maintenance operations : Oversee multiple maintenance teams, optimize schedules, and ensure alignment with organizational goals and objectives.

CRITERES D'ADMISSION

PROGRAMME   LEVEL OF ADMISSION  STUDENT PROFILE  ADMISSION TEST  APPLICATION FILE  APPLICATION FEE 
MAINTENANCE ENGINEERING       All GCE A/L (with minimum 2 papers Without Religion), All Baccalaureat, or Equivalent  by Interview &  Entrance Exam (Maths, Physics, Chemistry, English) 
  • A hand written application addressed to the director 
  • a certified copy of birth certificate 
  • a certified copy of ordinary GCE level 
  • a certified copy of advanced level/result slip 
  • an A4 envelope carrying the candidate’s address 

 

 

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