The School of Materials, Energy, Water and Environmental Sciences (MEWES)

Message from Dean

I am pleased to welcome you to the School of Materials Energy Water and Environmental Sciences (MEWES) webpage. The School boasts of high quality and innovative programmes being administered at the Tengeru Campus. The programs cut across FOUR main areas of science and engineering;

MATERIALS (with a focus on Nanomaterials, Composite materials, Energy Materials, Carbon materials, and Structural materials for various applications); SUSTAINABLE ENERGY (with a focus on Renewable energy, Sustainable Power Generation, Energy utilization, Grid Technology), WATER AND SANTITATION (with a focus on Water resources engineering, Hydrology and Climate studies) and

ENVIRONMENT (with a focus on Environmental Sciences and Engineering). These program areas are pegged to Four Research Groups namely; Materials Science; Clean Energy Technologies; Environment; and Water and Sanitations. Staff in the school of MEWES are committed to preparing scholars to work with emerging technologies and become future innovators and leaders in their areas of expertise. This is well supported by our reviewed and new courses and programmes that we keep updating to meet the current demand while responding to our learning objectives.

A hallmark of MEWES is the high-quality programs (two with international accreditation), innovative research of our faculty and scholars, which have been possible as a result of being collaborative and interdisciplinary researchers with a track record of winning huge research grants from national and internationals funding agencies.

I look forward to working with our scholars, faculty, alumni and partners from the, academia, society and industry with the aim of lifting MEWES to new heights.

Thank you for visiting our webpage and I invite you to browse through the other sections of this school webpage MEWES sections to learn more about our training programs (MSc and PhD).
Please don’t hesitate to contact us for assistance or further clarifications

Sincerely,

Prof. Kelvin Mark Mtei,
Dean of the School of MEWES

School of MEWES Degree Programmes General Information

Master's Degree Programmes General Information

Master of Science in Sustainable Energy Science and Engineering (MSc SESE)

Duration of Study

Programme expected learning outcomes :

Programme Courses

Programme specialties :

Master of Science in Materials Science and Engineering (MSc. MaSE)

Master of Science in Materials Science and Engineering (MSc. MaSE) information
The NM-AIST Master of Science (MSc) in Materials Science and Engineering program is designed to provide graduate-level training in materials. Students in the MSc MaSE are required to establish the necessary skills and competence thermodynamics, materials characterization, and nanomaterials science and technology coursework. All students in this MSc program are also required to complete laboratoryexperimental studies to fulfil the dissertation research requirements for graduation.
The program is designed to be completed by full-time students in four semesters, divided in two academic years. The first year of the Master program includes taking of coursework, preparation and defence of a research concept note and proposal. The second year is a research and graduate seminar year. Graduate seminars are mandatory for all MSc MaSE students.
To qualify for graduation, a student must accumulate at least 348 credits, equivalent to 116 ECTS. All courses must be anEQF level 7 (Tanzanian UQF 9) or higher. A lower-level course from another university or available online may be taken, with the approval of the supervisor, if that course is needed as a prerequisite for another course in the MaSE programme.
The coursework requirements for the MSc MaSE programme are as follows:

Two Institutional-wide Common Core courses (20Credits)
Two School-wide Common Core courses(28Credits)
Seven Programme Core courses (98Credits)
At least five Elective courses (70 Credits)
Graduate Seminar presentations (12 Credits)
Research for a Master Dissertation (120 Credits)

Programme Intended Learning Outcomes (PILOs)

Upon completion of the MSc in Materials Science and Engineering will be able to:

Apply knowledge of chemistry, science, and engineering to identify, formulate, and solve materials science and engineering problems.
Practice of legal, economic, social, and managerial considerations of the materials science and engineering discipline.
Apply modern and innovative techniques to successfully practice the engineering profession in different settings.
Use oral and written communication to convey technical concepts to engineers and non-engineers.
Fabricate materials for applications in agriculture, industry, and business.
Develop business models for experimented materials that have potential for commercialization.

Learning Organization and Instructions

Instructors

The MSc MaSE programme will be taught by a team of lecturers, senior lecturers, part-time instructors, visiting professors, and adjunct faculty including the world-renowned professor emerita/emeritus. A list of instructors for this and other programmes in the School of MEWES can be found on the website.

Programme Courses

The details for institutional common core, school common core, and elective courses can be found in the curriculum document. The curriculum includes modes of examination and the proportion of grades per individual courses.Also, course-level intended learning outcomes are outlined under each course for student reference.

Research:

The NM-AIST is a research-based university. The criteria for graduation in the MSc MaSE track include at least one research paper published in peer-reviewed journals.

Master of Science in Environmental Science and Engineering (MSc EnSE)

Master of Science in Environmental Science and Engineering (MSc EnSE) information:

Candidates to be admitted into the Master of Science in Environmental Science and Engineering (MSc EnSE) must have obtained :
(a)
(b)

Programme expected learning outcomes :

At the end of the program, students will be able to:

Graduates of MSc in Environmental Science and Engineering will be able demonstrate abilities to:

Programme Core Courses

Specialty Core Courses :

Environmental Engineering Specialty

Master of Science in Hydrology and Water Resources Engineering (MSc HWRE)

Master of Science in Hydrology and Water Resources Engineering (MSc HWRE) information:

Candidates to be admitted into the Master of Science in Hydrology and Water Resources Engineering (MSc HWRE) must have obtained :
(a)

Programme expected learning outcomes :

At the end of the program, students will be able to:

Programme Courses

Specialty Courses :

Hydrology and Climate studies

Water Resources Engineering and Management

PhD Degree Programmes General Information

PhD in Environmental Science and Engineering (PhD in EnSE)

PhD in Environmental Science and Engineering (PhD in EnSE) information:

Candidates to be admitted into the PhD in Environmental Science and Engineering (PhD in EnSE) must have obtained :
(a)
(b)
(c) .

Programme expected learning outcomes :

At the end of the program, students will be able to:

Programme Courses

Specialty Core Courses :

Environmental Science

Environmental Engineering

PhD in Hydrology and Water Resources Engineering (PhD in HWRE)

PhD in Hydrology and Water Resources Engineering (PhD in HWRE) information:

Candidates to be admitted into the PhD in Hydrology and Water Resources Engineering (PhD in HWRE) must have obtained :
(a)
(b)
(c) .

Programme expected learning outcomes :

At the end of the program, students will be able to:

Programme Courses

Specialty Core Courses :

Surface and Groundwater Hydrology
Advanced Open Channel Hydraulic and Engineering
Water Governance and Water Conflict Management
Soil and Water Engineering
Water Harvesting and Conservation
Watershed and River Basin Management

PhD in Sustainable Energy Science and Engineering(PhD SESE)

PhD in Sustainable Energy Science and Engineering(PhD SESE) information

Candidates to be admitted into the PhD in Sustainable Energy Science and Engineering(PhD SESE) must have obtained :
(a)
(b)

Programme expected learning outcomes :

At the end of the program, students will be able to:

Graduates of PhD in Sustainable Energy Science and Engineering will: demonstrate ability to:

.

Programme Courses

Renewable Energy Engineering :

Advanced Thermodynamics and Phase Equilibria
Renewable Energy Technology: Advanced Course
Solar Energy Systems for Buildings and Cities
Energy Management and Audit
Renewable Energy Systems in Smart Grids

Sustainable Power Generation and Energy Utilization :

Advanced Thermodynamics and Phase Equilibria
Applied Heat and Power Technology
Thermal Turbo-machinery
Advanced Combustion Theory and Modeling
Energy Management and Audit

PhD in Materials Science and Engineering (PhD MaSE)

PhD in Materials Science and Engineering (PhD MaSE) information

The NM-AIST’S Doctor of Philosophy of Science in Materials Science and Engineering program is designed to aim at developing and strengthening human resources and institutional capacity with deep knowledge in impact-oriented training and research in advanced materials science to best utilize the African natural resources. Depending on qualification, student can be admitted either in Research and Thesis or Coursework and Dissertation. All students in this PhD program are required to complete laboratory experimental studies to fulfil the dissertation research requirements for graduation.
A minimum total of 540 credits are required for the award of a PhD degree. The 540 credits will comprise an appropriate combination of lectures, practical, research, independent studies, seminars, tutorials, or assignments in a minimum of three year.

1. PhD Programme by Course Work and Dissertation

Students joining the PhD degree in Materials Science and Engineering (MaSE) shall be required to complete coursework of minimum 144 credits. The 144 credits comprise two (2) institutional common core courses (each 10 credits), two (2) common core courses at school level (each 14 credits), at least three (3) courses from the pool of programme core (each 24 credits), depending on the student’s research area; supervisor must guide a student to take relevant courses. The remaining course(s) can be from any school within the institution, depending on the student’s area of research. The courses can be taken anytime within the timeframe of PhD program whenever a course is offered. Students shall also be required to complete the credits for the Graduate Seminar and doing research throughout the entire period of study.

2. PhD Programme by Research and Thesis

Doctorate students at NM-AIST undertaking PhD Programme by Research and Thesis will be required to flexibly take coursework amounting to a minimum of 48 credits during the first two semesters alongside developing the research proposal. The 48 Credits shall comprise an appropriate combination of two (2) common core at institutional level (each 10 credits), and at least two (2) common cores at school level (each 14 credits). Students shall also be required to complete the credits for the Graduate Seminar and doing research throughout the entire period of study.

Programme Intended Learning Outcomes (PILOs) :

Upon completion of the PhD in Materials Science and Engineering will be able to::

Acquire a well-rounded education preparing them to contribute effectively as individual professional and as a team member in academia industry and government.
Acquire practical skills through experience obtained in laboratories, workshops, individual and group research work and working on a computer software
Competently integrate engineering and materials design concepts with societal issues including economics, ethics, quality and human values.
Be able to convert materials into different products through creativity and innovation.
Properly use experimental, statistical, and computational methods, along with critical thinking skills to address and design problems.
Communicate debate and defend, clearly and systematically, findings and generated insights, and provide rational underpinning of these in oral and written presentations to a variety of audiences, making use of appropriate information and communication technologies.

Learning Organization and Instructions

Instructors

The PhD MaSE programme will be taught by a team of lecturers, senior lecturers, part-time instructors, visiting professors, and adjunct faculty including the world-renowned professor emerita/emeritus. A list of instructors for this and other programmes in the School of MEWES can be found on the website.

Programme courses:

The details for institutional common core, school common core, and elective courses can be found in the curriculum document. The curriculum includes modes of examination and the proportion of grades per individual courses. Also, course-level intended learning outcomes are outlined under each course for student reference.

Research:

The NM-AIST is a research-based university. The criteria for graduation in the PhD MaSE track include at least two research paper published in peer-reviewed journals.

More information about degree programs can be found in the Prospectus, click here to download

School of MEWES Degree Programmes Specific Requirements

Master's Degree Programme By Coursework and Dissertation:

Master of Science in Sustainable Energy Science and Engineering (MSc SESE)

Admission Requirements

Candidates to be admitted into the Master of Science in Sustainable Energy Science and Engineering (MSc SESE) must have obtained a good Bachelor’s degree with at least a GPA of 3.0/5.0 or its equivalent in the appropriate field of Natural Sciences, Agriculture, and Engineering. Specifically, the appropriate fields will include Physics, Chemistry, Agricultural, Civil, Electrical, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering or related degrees.

Duration of Study

Full Time : Two Years
Part Time : Three Years

Programme expected learning outcomes :

(i) Describe the technical requirements, potential environmental impacts, and efficiencies of energy technologies
(ii) Demonstrate understanding of relevant scientific theories, ideas, methodologies and the newest technologies in renewable energy.
(iii) Demonstrate an understanding of the various types of energy demand and identify appropriate application in particular focus on heating and ventilation systems, energy management and conservation, thermal comfort and indoor air quality.
(iv) Become fully aware of multi-disciplinary nature of the sustainable energy science and engineering.
(v) Understand legal, economic, social, and managerial considerations of the sustainable energy science and engineering discipline.
(vi) Demonstrate the ability to select efficient energy storage materials and design of energy storage systems.
(vii) Acquire a well-rounded education preparing them to contribute effectively as individual professional and as a team member in academia industry and government.
(viii) Acquire practical skills through experience obtained in laboratories, workshops, individual and group research work and working computer software.

Course Categories

Common Cores

(i) Foundation of Law, Philosophy and Ethics (BuSH 6007)
(ii) Technological Innovation and Entrepreneurship Management (BuSH 6008)

Programme cores

(i) Research Methods and Communication (MEWE 6101)
(ii) Outreach and Internship (MEWE 6102)

Programme specialties :

(i) Renewable Energy Engineering

(a) Renewable Energy Technology (SESE 6230)
(b) Hybrid Renewable Energy Systems (SESE 6231)
(c) Passive Solar Energy Technology (SESE 6232)
(e) Energy Management (SESE 6234)
(f) Thermodynamics and Phase Equilibria (MaSE 6101)
(g) Measurement Techniques in Energy Technology (SESE 6235)

(ii) Sustainable Power Generation and Energy Utilization

(a) Thermodynamics and Phase Equilibria
(b) Combined Heat and Power Technology
(c) Sustainable Power Generation System
(d) Sustainable Energy Utilization Systems
(e) Thermal Comfort and Indoor Climate
(f) Applied Refrigeration and Heat Pump Technology
(g) Hydraulic Turbo-machinery
(h) Combustion Theory
(i) Measurement Techniques in Energy Technology

(iii) Smart Grid Technology

(a) Introduction to Smart Grid
(b) Advanced Electronics
(c) Power quality in power distribution systems
(d) Data security and privacy in Smart Grid
(e) Data Communication and Computer Networks
(f) Wireless and Mobile/Cellular Communications
(g) Operating Systems
(h) Renewable Energy Technology
(i) Hybrid Renewable Energy Systems
(j) Energy Management

Master of Science in Materials Science and Engineering (MSc. MaSE)

Admission Requirements

Candidates to be admitted into the Master of Science in Materials Science and Engineering (MSc. MaSE) must have obtained :
(a) Students should have successful completion of bachelor's degree in; Water Resources Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Hydrology, Civil Engineering and other related fields/equivalent or in a relevant area with GPA of 3.0/5.0
(b) Applicants holding unclassified degrees (e.g. M.D, BVM & DDS) should have at least an overall of “C” grade and an average of “B” grade in the relevant subject or field of his/her specialization.

Duration of Study

Full Time : Two Years
Part Time : Three Years

Programme expected learning outcomes :

At the end of the program, students will be able to:

(i) Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of principles, theories, concepts and facts of materials science and engineering;
(ii) Acquire necessary fundamental knowledge of advanced material science and are able to apply this knowledge to the proper use of variety of materials;
(iii) Become fully aware of multi-disciplinary nature of the materials science and engineering master’s program;
(iv) Acquire knowledge about all classes of materials and their structure, properties, processing, applications and performance;
(v) Understand legal, economic, social, and managerial considerations of the materials science and engineering discipline; and
(vi) Acquire a well-rounded education preparing them to contribute effectively as individual professional and as a team member in academia industry and government.
(vii) Apply materials and engineering tools to analyze problems.
(viii) Be able to convert materials into different products through creativity and innovation.
(ix) Demonstrate the ability to solve materials selection and design problems by integrating knowledge from the program’s constituent courses;
(x) Properly use experimental, statistical, and computational methods, along with critical thinking skills to address and design problems.
(xi) Communicate effectively orally, and in writing the concepts and results of investigation to both technical and non-technical audiences. Develop general transferable skills that are applicable to a wide range of situations including information technology, information retrieving and communication.
(xii) Communicate, debate and defend, clearly and systematically, findings and generated insights, and provide rational underpinning of these in oral and written presentations to a variety of audiences, making use of appropriate information and communication technologies.

Course Categories

Common Core Courses

(ii) (BuSH 6007) Foundations of Law, Philosophy, and Ethics
(iii) (BuSH 6008) Technological Innovation and Entrepreneurship Management

Programme Core Courses

(i) (MEWE 6101) Research Methods and Communication
(ii) (MEWE 6102) Outreach and InternshipSpeciality courses

Elective Courses :

(i) (MaSE 6201) Thermodynamics and Phase Equilibria
(ii) (MaSE 6202) Materials Characterization
(iii) (MaSE 6203) Programming Language in Materials Research
(iv) (MaSE 6204) Physical Metallurgy
(v) (MaSE 6205) Energy Simulation in Building Design
(vi) (MaSE 6206) Composites Materials
(vii) (MaSE 6207) Instrumentation Techniques in Nuclear Research
(viii) (MaSE 6208) Nanomaterials Science and Engineering
(ix) (MaSE 6209) Global Technology and Development
(x) (MaSE 6210) Physical Chemistry
(xi) (MaSE 6211) Environmental Degradation of Materials
(xii) (MaSE 6212) Ceramic Materials
(xiii) (MaSE 6213) Fracture Mechanics and Failure Analysis
(xiv) (MaSE 6214) Sustainable Energy Resources and Energy Harvesting
(xv) (MaSE 6215) Thermoelectrics
(xvi) (MaSE 6216) Solar Energy Systems

Graduate Seminar

(i) (MEWE 6401) Graduate Seminar
(ii) (MaSE 6400) Dissertation

Master of Science in Environmental Science and Engineering (MSc EnSE)

Admission Requirements

Candidates to be admitted into the Master of Science in Environmental Science and Engineering (MSc EnSE) must have obtained :
(a) A good Bachelor’s degree with at least a GPA of 3.0/5.0 or its equivalent in the appropriate field of Natural Sciences, Agriculture, and Engineering. Specifically, the appropriate fields will include Earth Sciences; Environmental Science; Biological Sciences; Environmental Chemistry; Agricultural Sciences; Environmental Engineering; Civil Engineering; Agricultural Engineering; Marine Sciences and/or related degrees.
(b) Applicants holding unclassified degrees (e.g. M.D, BVM & DDS) should have at least an overall of “C” grade and an average of “B” grade in the relevant subject or field of his/her specialization.

Duration of Study

Full Time : Two Years
Part Time : Three Years

Programme expected learning outcomes :

At the end of the program, students will be able to:

(i) Water Chemistry and Microbial Ecology of aquatic systems
(ii) Sources, conversion and transportation of vital chemical components for overall water quality in surface water systems, groundwater systems and marine recipients
(iii) Characterization of water quality and performance of aquatic process analysis based on continuity principles and biogeochemical conversion processes
(iv) How to stay current in environmental science and engineering through application of appropriate information resources and industrial contacts
(v) Technologies for treatment of potable water, and municipal and industrial wastewater
(vi) Exploration, development, operation and decommissioning of offshore oil and gas installations
(vii) Criteria for environmental risk assessment, including key parameters for fate and effect evaluations in receiving aquatic systems
(viii) Issues related to Climate Change impacts, adaptation and mitigation measures and environmental governance
(ix) Environmental pollution in soils, air and aquatic media
(x) Remote sensing and GIS as research tools for environmental monitoring and assessment
(xi) Apply and evaluate disciplinary knowledge to diagnose aquatic ecological problems and suggest adequate solutions based on holistic ecological reasoning, including analysis and evaluation of field data
(xii) Be able to apply basic field equipment for limnological and hydrological measurements including sampling techniques of sediments and free water masses. Furthermore, graduates will be able to know how to perform fundamental laboratory methods for water quality analysis and laboratory tests for design and operational analysis of treatment unit processes
(xiii) Be competent for work in water quality and ecotoxicological laboratories, and acquainted with methods for water quality characterisation and toxic analyses. The candidate can adequately document analytical results including formal reporting
(xiv) Be able to perform advanced-level water and wastewater characterization, including laboratory testing, and apply mass and energy balances for design, and operational analysis of treatment processes
(xv) Be able to use advanced computer tools and system models for simulation and system identification of terrestrial, atmospheric and aquatic systems
(xvi) Be able to apply key parameters for environmental risk management and apply environmental risk assessment tools to relevant problems in the oil and gas industry

Graduates of MSc in Environmental Science and Engineering will be able demonstrate abilities to:

(i) Contribute to original analysis, innovation and entrepreneurship via development and realization of sustainable products, systems and solutions
(ii) Possess a profound understanding of environmental, human health, and societal consequences of ecological impacts on aquatic environments, and competences to view these in ethical and life-cycle perspectives
(iii) Communicate, debate and defend, clearly and systematically, findings and generated insights, and provide rational underpinning of these in oral and written presentations to a variety of audiences, making use of appropriate information and communication technologies.

Course Categories

Common Core Courses

(ii) (BuSH 6007) Foundations of Law, Philosophy, and Ethics
(iii) (BuSH 6008) Technological Innovation and Entrepreneurship Management

Programme Core Courses

(i) (MEWE 6101) Research Methods and Communication
(ii) (MEWE 6102) Outreach and Internship Speciality courses

Specialty Core Courses :

Environmental Science Specialty

(i) (EnSE 6250) Environmental Chemistry
(ii) (EnSE 6254) Atmospheric Sciences
(iii) (EnSE 6265) Environmental Microbiology and Biotechnology
(iv) (EnSE 6266) Environmental Pollution
(v) (EnSE 6267) Environmental Governance
(vi) (HWRE 6275) Remote Sensing and GIS
(vii) (EnSE 6251) Climate change impacts, adaptation and mitigation

Environmental Engineering Specialty

(i) (EnSE 6251) Climate change impacts, adaptation and mitigation
(ii) (EnSE 6252) Environmental Modelling
(iii) (EnSE 6250) Environmental Chemistry
(iv) (EnSE 6254) Atmospheric Sciences
(v) (EnSE 6258) Environmental Engineering Design and Project Management
(vi) (EnSE 6267) Environmental Governance
(vii) (EnSE 6266) Environmental Pollution

Graduate Seminar

(i) (MEWE 6401) Graduate seminar
(ii) (EnSE 6400) Dissertation

Master of Science in Hydrology and Water Resources Engineering (MSc HWRE)

Admission Requirements

Candidates to be admitted into the Master of Science in Hydrology and Water Resources Engineering (MSc HWRE) must have obtained :
(a) Possession of a second-class Bachelor’s degree with at least a GPA of 3.0/5.0 or its equivalent in an appropriate area of study from an accredited university or similar institution of higher learning.
(b) Applicants holding unclassified degrees (e.g. M.D, BVM & DDS) should have at least an overall of “C” grade and an average of “B” grade in the relevant subject or field of his/her specialization.

Duration of Study

Full Time : Two Years
Part Time : Three Years

Programme expected learning outcomes :

At the end of the program, students will be able to:

(i) Understand concepts and techniques of GIS and remote sensing and be in relation to water resource management.
(ii) Understand concepts and theories of climate change.
(iii) Management function and leadership influencing entrepreneurial dynamics
(iv) Incorporate the modern GIS and remote sensing and related ICT techniques in water resources aspects climate related issues
(v) Explore and harness various surface and groundwater sources
(vi) Integrate hydrology and engineering design concepts with societal issues including economics, ethics, quality and human values
(vii) Apply the relevant laws, concepts of Philosophy and integrate ethics relevant to their field
(viii) Relate relevant management innovation skills at both strategic and operational level
(ix) Demonstrate basic elements of a business plan and generate an entrepreneurial idea to develop actual market-ready plan
(x) Conduct research, independently or in a multidisciplinary team, including the formulation of research questions, and hypotheses, the selection and application of research methodologies and techniques and the formulation of well-founded conclusions and recommendations
(xi) Influence, formulate, evaluate and advocate policies concerning water resources management and climate change issues
(xii) Debate and clearly communicate findings and provide rational opinion in oral and written presentations to various audiences through appropriate information techniques and communication skills.
(xiii) Critically judge and assess their own work and results, in relation to prior research undertaken by others.
(xiv) Co-operate within multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary frameworks with respect to ethical and social aspects related to the application of their knowledge and skills
(xv) Innovate with entrepreneurship skills in their field of specialisation;
(xvi) Design, manage and coordinate research projects in water resources and climate change management;
(xvi) Mentor, motivate and assess young scientists in the field of specialization

Course Categories

Common Core Courses

(ii) (BuSH 6007) Foundations of Law, Philosophy, and Ethics
(iii) (BuSH 6008) Technological Innovation and Entrepreneurship Management

Programme Core Courses

(i) (MEWE 6101) Research Methods and Communication
(ii) (MEWE 6102) Outreach and Internship Speciality courses

Specialty Core Courses :

Hydrology and Climate studies

(i) (EnSE 6251) Climate change impacts, adaptation and mitigation
(ii) (HWRE 6271) Groundwater Hydrology
(iii) (HWRE 6272) Surface water Hydrology
(iv) (HWRE 6274) Applied Surface and Groundwater Modelling

Water Resources Engineering and Management

(i) (HWRE 6270) Integrated Water Resources Management
(ii) (HWRE 6274) Applied Surface and Groundwater Modelling
(iii) (HWRE 6271) Groundwater Hydrology
(iv) (HWRE 6272) Surface water Hydrology

Elective Courses

(i) (HWRE 6373) Environmental Isotopes Hydrology
(ii) (HWRE 6375) Remote Sensing and GIS
(iii) (HWRE 6376) Water Quality Assessment and Modelling
(iv) (HWRE 6377) Open Channel Hydraulic And Engineering
(v) (HWRE 6379) Reservoir and Hydropower Development
(vi) (HWRE 6380) Erosion and Sediment Transport Processes
(vii) (HWRE 6381) Hydro-informatics for Decision Support
(viii) (HWRE 6384) Irrigation and Drainage Systems Engineering
(ix) (HWRE 6385) Irrigation Agronomy

PhD Degree Programme Specific Requirements

PhD Degree Programme By Coursework and Dissertation:

PhD in Environmental Science and Engineering (PhD in EnSE)

Admission Requirements

Candidates to be admitted into the PhD in Environmental Science and Engineering (PhD in EnSE) must have obtained :
(a) Possession of a second class Bachelor’s degree with at least a GPA of 3.0/5.0 or its equivalent in an appropriate area of study (Chemistry, Biology, Zoology, Aquatic/Marine Sciences, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science/Engineering, Food Sciences/Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Agriculture, Wildlife, Forestry, Mining Engineering, Mineral Processing, Geology, Public health, Ecotourism and Natural Resources Conservation, Water Resources Engineering, Microbiology and related fields) from an accredited university or similar institution of higher learning.
(b) Applicants holding unclassified degrees (e.g. M.D, BVM & DDS) should have at least an overall of “C” grade and an average of “B” grade in the relevant subject or field of his/her specialization.
(c) Possession of a Master's degree from an accredited university or similar institution of higher learning with a minimum GPA of 3.5/5.0 (at least B) or its equivalent and at least an average of “B” in the relevant subjects or field of specialization.
(d) In addition to the above, applicants holding Bachelor’s degrees majoring in Chemistry or Biology like Bachelor of Education with Chemistry/Biology and Bachelor of Science (Chemistry/Biology) MUST have at least “B” grades in Chemistry, Biology and/or other courses related to Environmental Science/Engineering, Chemical Engineering and related courses.

Duration of Study

Full Time : Three Years
Part Time : Four Years

Programme expected learning outcomes :

At the end of the program, students will be able to:

(i) Water Chemistry and Microbial Ecology of aquatic systems
(ii) Sources, conversion and transportation of vital chemical components for overall water quality in surface water systems, groundwater systems and marine recipients
(iii) Characterization of water quality and performance of aquatic process analysis based on continuity principles and biogeochemical conversion processes
(iv) How to stay current in environmental science and engineering through application of appropriate information resources and industrial contacts
(v) Technologies for treatment of potable water, and municipal and industrial wastewater
(vi) Exploration, development, operation and decommissioning of offshore oil and gas installations
(vii) Criteria for environmental risk assessment, including key parameters for fate and effect evaluations in receiving aquatic systems
(viii) Issues related to Climate Change impacts, adaptation and mitigation measures and environmental governance
(ix) Environmental pollution in soils, air and aquatic media
(x) Remote sensing and GIS as research tools for environmental monitoring and assessment.
(xi) Be able to apply and evaluate disciplinary knowledge to diagnose aquatic ecological problems and suggest adequate solutions based on holistic ecological reasoning, including analysis and evaluation of field data
(xii) Be able to apply basic field equipment for limnological and hydrological measurements including sampling techniques of sediments and free water masses. Furthermore, graduates will be able to know how to perform fundamental laboratory methods for water quality analysis and laboratory tests for design and operational analysis of treatment unit processes
(xiii) Be competent for work in water quality and ecotoxicological laboratories, and acquainted with methods for water quality characterisation and toxic analyses. The candidate can adequately document analytical results including formal reporting
(xiv) Be able to perform advanced-level water and wastewater characterization, including laboratory testing, and apply mass and energy balances for design, and operational analysis of treatment processes
(xv) Be able to use advanced computer tools and system models for simulation and system identification of terrestrial, atmospheric and aquatic systems
(xvi) Be able to apply key parameters for environmental risk management and apply environmental risk assessment tools to relevant problems in the oil and gas industry
(xvii) Contribute to original analysis, innovation and entrepreneurship via development and realization of sustainable products, systems and solutions
(xviii) Possess a profound understanding of environmental, human health, and societal consequences of ecological impacts on aquatic environments, and competences to view these in ethical and life-cycle perspectives
(xix) Communicate, debate and defend, clearly and systematically, findings and generated insights, and provide rational underpinning of these in oral and written presentations to a variety of audiences, making use of appropriate information and communication technologies.

Course Categories

Common Core Courses

(ii) (BuSH 6007) Foundations of Law, Philosophy, and Ethics
(iii) (BuSH 6008) Technological Innovation and Entrepreneurship Management

Programme Core Courses

(i) (MEWE 7101) Research Methods and Communication
(ii) (MEWE 7102) Outreach and Internship

Specialty Core Courses :

Environmental Science

(i) (EnSE 7250) Environmental Impact Assessment and Management
(ii) (EnSE 7251) Advanced Environmental Analytic Techniques
(iii) (EnSE 7253) Advanced Environmental Toxicology
(iv) (EnSE 7255) Advanced Industrial Ecology
(v) (EnSE 7261) Ecology and Ecosystems
(vi) (EnSE 7262) Hazardous Waste Management
(vii) (EnSE 7264) Environmental Economics and Politics
(viii) (EnSE 7260) Advanced Remote Sensing and GIS for Environmental Sciences

Environmental Engineering

(i) (EnSE 7250) Environmental Impact Assessment and Management
(ii) (EnSE 7251) Advanced Environmental Analytic Techniques
(iii) (EnSE 7256) Advanced Air Pollution Control Engineering
(iv) (EnSE 7257) Wastewater Treatment and Engineering
(v) (EnSE 7259) Environmental Engineering Process Modelling
(vi) (EnSE 7260) Advanced Remote Sensing and GIS for Environmental Sciences
(vii) (EnSE 7264) Environmental Economics and Politics
(viii) (EnSE 7263) Solid Waste Management

PhD in Hydrology and Water Resources Engineering (PhD in HWRE)

Admission Requirements

Candidates to be admitted into the PhD in Hydrology and Water Resources Engineering (PhD in HWRE) must have obtained :
(a) Possession of a second class Bachelor’s degree with at least a GPA of 3.0/5.0 or its equivalent in an appropriate area of study (Chemistry, Biology, Zoology, Aquatic/Marine Sciences, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science/Engineering, Food Sciences/Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Agriculture, Wildlife, Forestry, Mining Engineering, Mineral Processing, Geology, Public health, Ecotourism and Natural Resources Conservation, Water Resources Engineering, Microbiology and related fields) from an accredited university or similar institution of higher learning.
(b) Applicants holding unclassified degrees (e.g. M.D, BVM & DDS) should have at least an overall of “C” grade and an average of “B” grade in the relevant subject or field of his/her specialization.
(c) Possession of a Master's degree from an accredited university or similar institution of higher learning with a minimum GPA of 3.5/5.0 (at least B) or its equivalent and at least an average of “B” in the relevant subjects or field of specialization.
(d) In addition to the above, applicants holding Bachelor’s degrees majoring in Chemistry or Biology like Bachelor of Education with Chemistry/Biology and Bachelor of Science (Chemistry/Biology) MUST have at least “B” grades in Chemistry, Biology and/or other courses related to Environmental Science/Engineering, Chemical Engineering and related courses

Duration of Study

Full Time : Three Years
Part Time : Four Years

Programme expected learning outcomes :

At the end of the program, students will be able to:

(i) Surface and groundwater concepts in the hydrologic cycle and current techniques of harnessing water
(ii) Hydrological cycle responsible for regional spatial and temporal distribution of water availability.
(iii) Advanced and novel methods in engineering hydraulics, hydrology, and fluid dynamics.
(iv) Interpretation of the basic elements of Law and the concepts of philosophy
(v) Management functions and leadership influencing entrepreneurial dynamics
(vi) Analyse, assess and evaluate hydraulic factors in relation to environmental systems
(vii) Evaluate the fates and risks of important environmental pollutants in the aquatic environment
(viii) Design sustainable water quality monitoring programmes
(ix) Design and operate hydraulic flows in water systems
(x) Harnessing various water sources and analyse systems in water resources planning and management.
(xi) Develop simple relevant software applications
(xii) Source and apply available data in advanced integrated modelling and decision support systems.
(xiii) Integrate hydrology and engineering design concepts with socio-economic and ecological considerations.
(xiv) Supervise and undertake research, independently or in a multidisciplinary team,
(xv) Interpret and apply of research methodologies and techniques and formulate well-founded conclusions and recommendations.
(xvi) Interpret and apply the basic element of Law and Philosophy
(xvii) Apply relevant management innovation skills at both strategic and operational level
(xviii) Demonstrate elements of a business plan and generate an entrepreneurial idea to develop actual market-ready plan
(xix) Influencing, formulating, evaluate and advocate policies concerning water resources management
(xx) Innovating entrepreneurial activities in their field of specialisation;
(xxi) Designing, managing and coordinating research and developmental projects in water resources management;
(xxii) Motivating and mentoring scientists
(xxiii) Formulating, evaluating and advocating policies
(xxiv) Debating and communicating findings and provide rational opinion in oral and written presentations
(xxv) Critically judge and assess own work and results, in relation to prior research undertaken by others.
(xxvi) Co-operate within multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary frameworks with respect to ethical and social aspects related to the application of their knowledge and skills

Course Categories

Common Core Courses

(i) (BuSH 6007) Foundations of Law, Philosophy, and Ethics
(ii) (BuSH 6008) Technological Innovation and Entrepreneurship Management
(iii) (BuSH 6009) Organization Development and Leadership
(iv) (BuSH 6010) Economics of Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Programme Core Courses

(i) (MEWE 7101) Research Methods and Communication
(ii) (MEWE 7102) Outreach and Internship

Specialty Core Courses :

(i) (HWRE 7270) Surface and Groundwater Hydrology
(ii) (HWRE 7271) Advanced Open Channel Hydraulic and Engineering
(iii) (HWRE 7272) Water Governance and Water Conflict Management
(iv) (HWRE 7273) Soil and Water Engineering
(v) (HWRE 7274) Water Harvesting and Conservation
(vi) (HWRE 7275) Watershed and River Basin Management

PhD in Sustainable Energy Science and Engineering(PhD SESE)

Admission Requirements

Candidates to be admitted into the PhD in Sustainable Energy Science and Engineering(PhD SESE) must have obtained :
(a) Possession of a Master's degree from an accredited university or similar institution of higher learning with a minimum GPA of 3.5/5 or its equivalent in an appropriate area of study Candidates to be admitted into the PhD in Sustainable Energy Engineering must have obtained a good Master’s degree of at least the equivalent of B+ from recognized institutions in the appropriate field of Natural Sciences, Agriculture, and Engineering. Specifically, the appropriate fields will include Physics, Chemistry, Agricultural, Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Electrical-mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or related degrees similar institution of higher learning.
(b) Applicants holding unclassified degrees (e.g. M.D, BVM & DDS) should have at least an overall of “C” grade and an average of “B” grade in the relevant subject or field of his/her specialization.

Duration of Study

Full Time : Three Years
Part Time : Four Years

Programme expected learning outcomes :

At the end of the program, students will be able to:

(i) Explain the technical requirements, potential environmental impacts, and efficiencies of energy technologies
(ii) Demonstrate advanced understanding of relevant scientific theories, ideas, methodologies and the newest technologies in renewable energy.
(iii) Demonstrate an understanding of the various types of energy demand and identify appropriate application in particular focus on heating and ventilation systems, energy management and conservation, thermal comfort and indoor air quality.
(iv) Become fully aware of multi-disciplinary nature of the sustainable energy science and engineering
(v) Understand legal, economical, social, and managerial considerations of the sustainable energy science and engineering discipline.
(vi) Demonstrate the ability to select efficient energy storage materials and design of energy storage systems.
(vii) Acquire a well-rounded education preparing them to contribute effectively as individual professional and as a team member in academia industry and government.
(viii) Acquire practical skills through experience obtained in laboratories, workshops, individual and group research work and working computer software.
(ix) Conduct an energy review: collecting energy data; analyzing energy consumption and costs; identifying major energy uses; conducting energy assessments; benchmarking of energy consumption internally (historical /trend analysis) and externally (across similar industries); identifying potential opportunities;
(x) Conduct measurement and verification: monitor, measure, verify, track, and document energy use and savings;
(xi) Use current software tools for modelling and simulations of energy management systems and discuss their advantages and limitations;
(xii) Critically advice managers and users of advanced energy management tools;
(xiii) Technically advice managers and users the efficient use of energy in buildings and industries
(xiv) Discuss and apply collaborative work, making use of Internet-based platforms.
(xv) List and critically explain various energy resources
(xvi) Calculate energy efficiency of various energy resources
(xvii) Discuss and implement integrated energy planning
(xviii) Conduct environmental impact assessment
(xix) Conduct energy audit and suggest proper measures for energy management in an organization
(xx) Characterize energy storage materials
(xxi) Suggest efficient energy storage materials
(xxii) Design efficient energy storage systems
(xxiii) Critically discuss legal, economical, social, and managerial considerations of the sustainable energy science and engineering discipline.
(xxiv) Competently integrate engineering and sustainable energy design concepts with societal issues including economics, ethics, quality and human values.
(xxv) Be able to conduct research, independently or in a multidisciplinary team, including the formulation of research questions, and hypotheses, the selection and application of research methodologies and techniques and the formulation of well-founded conclusions and recommendations.

Graduates of PhD in Sustainable Energy Science and Engineering will: demonstrate ability to:

(i) Co-operate within a multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary framework with due consideration of ethical and social aspects related to the application of their knowledge and skills;
(ii) Critically judge and evaluate their own work and results, as well as prior research carried out by others.
(iii) Communicate debate and defend, clearly and systematically, findings and generated insights, and provide rational underpinning of these in oral and written presentations to a variety of audiences, making use of appropriate information and communication technologies.

Course Categories

Common Core Courses

(i) (BuSH 6009) Organization Development and Leadership
(ii) (BuSH 6010) Economics of Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Programme Core Courses

Renewable Energy Engineering :

(i) (MaSE 7101) Advanced Thermodynamics and Phase Equilibria
(ii) (SESE 7230) Renewable Energy Technology: Advanced Course
(iii) (SESE 7232) Solar Energy Systems for Buildings and Cities
(iv) (SESE 7234) Energy Management and Audit
(v) (SESE 7243) Renewable Energy Systems in Smart Grids

Sustainable Power Generation and Energy Utilization :

(i) (MaSE 7101) Advanced Thermodynamics and Phase Equilibria
(ii) (SESE 7236) Applied Heat and Power Technology
(iii) (SESE 7241) Thermal Turbo-machinery
(iv) (SESE 7242) Advanced Combustion Theory and Modeling
(v) (SESE 7234) Energy Management and Audit

PhD in Materials Science and Engineering (PhD MaSE)

Admission Requirements

Candidates to be admitted into the PhD in Materials Science and Engineering (PhD MaSE) must have obtained :
(a) Possession of a Master's degree from an accredited university or similar institution of higher learning with a minimum GPA of 3.5/5 or candidates to be admitted into the PhD in Materials Science and Engineering must have obtained a good Master’s degree of at least the equivalent of B+ from recognized institutions in the appropriate field of Natural Sciences, Agriculture, and Engineering. Specifically, the appropriate fields will include Physics, Chemistry, Agricultural, Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Electrical-mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or related degrees.
(b) Applicants holding unclassified degrees (e.g. M.D, BVM & DDS) should have at least an overall of “C” grade and an average of “B” grade in the relevant subject or field of his/her specialization.

Duration of Study

Full Time : Three Years
Part Time : Four Years

Programme expected learning outcomes :

At the end of the program, students will be able to:

(i) Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of principles, theories, concepts and facts of materials science and engineering;
(ii) Acquire necessary fundamental knowledge of advanced material science and are able to apply this knowledge to the proper use of variety of materials;
(iii) Develop skills in engineering fundamentals;
(iv) Become fully aware of multi-disciplinary nature of the materials science and engineering master’s program;
(v) Acquire knowledge about all classes of materials and their structure, properties, processing, applications and performance;
(vi) Understand legal, economical, social, and managerial considerations of the materials science and engineering discipline;
(vii) Acquire a well-rounded education preparing them to contribute effectively as individual professional and as a team member in academia industry and government;
(viii) Acquire practical skills through experience obtained in laboratories, workshops, individual and group research work and working computer software; and
(ix) Competently integrate engineering and materials design concepts with societal issues including economics, ethics, quality and human values.
(x) Apply materials and engineering tools to analyze problems.
(xi) Be able to convert materials into different products through creativity and innovation.
(xii) Demonstrate the ability to solve materials selection and design problems by integrating knowledge from the program’s constituent courses;
(xiii) Properly use experimental, statistical, and computational methods, along with critical thinking skills to address and design problems.
(xiv) Communicate effectively orally, and in writing the concepts and results of investigation to both technical and non-technical audiences. Develop general transferable skills that are applicable to a wide range of situations including information technology, information retrieving and communication.
(xv) Communicate, debate and defend, clearly and systematically, findings and generated insights, and provide rational underpinning of these in oral and written presentations to a variety of audiences, making use of appropriate information and communication technologies.

Course Categories

Common Core Courses

(i) (BuSH 6009) Organization Development and Leadership
(ii) (BuSH 6010) Economics of Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Programme Core Courses

(i) (MEWE 6101) Research Methods and Communication
(ii) (MEWE 6102) Outreach and Internship

Speciality Core Courses :

(i) (MaSE 7201) Advanced Thermodynamics and Phase Equilibria
(ii) (MaSE 7202) Advanced Materials Characterization
(iii) (MaSE 7203) Advanced Composites Materials
(iv) (MaSE 7204) Applied Nanotechnology
(v) (MaSE 7205) Modern Physical Chemistry
(vi) (MaSE 7206) Modern Ceramics
(vii) (MaSE 7207) Fracture Mechanics and Failure Analysis
(viii) (MaSE 7208) Thermoelectrics
(ix) (MaSE 7209) Modelling and Simulation in Materials Science

PhD Programme by Research and Thesis:

PhD in Environmental Science and Engineering (PhD in EnSE)

Admission Requirements

Candidates to be admitted into the PhD in Environmental Science and Engineering (PhD in EnSE) by Research and Thesis must have obtained :
(a) Possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or similar institution of higher learning with a GPA of at least 3.5/5.0 and
(b) Possession of Master’s degree from an accredited university or similar institution of higher learning with a minimum GPA of 3.5/5.0
(c) Demonstrate research experience by either producing evidence of at least TWO publications in accredited peer-reviewed journals, being the FIRST author in ONE publication and FIRST or SECOND author in the second publication, or produce evidence of a patent/prototype emanating from his/her research/innovation work and/or a funded research project with a PhD training component.
(d) Submit along with application documents, a concise TWO-page concept note of what he/she wishes to research on as part of study in order to demonstrate his/her ability to organize thoughts in writing, logically and creatively. The candidate shall be required to defend the concept note before a panel appointed by the host School/Department.

Duration of Study

Full Time : Three Years
Part Time : Four Years

Programme expected learning outcomes :

At the end of the program, students will be able to:

(i)
(ii)
(iii)

Course Categories

Common Core Courses

(i) (BuSH 6007) Foundation of Philosophy, Law and Ethics
(ii) (BuSH 6008) Technological Innovation and Entrepreneurship
(iii)(BuSH 6009) Organizational Development and Leadership
(iv) (BuSH 6010) Economic of Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Programme Core Courses

(i) (MEWE 7101) Research Methods and Communication
(ii) (MEWE 7102) Outreach and Internship

Graduate Seminar and Dissertation:

(i) (MEWE 7401) Research Seminars and Conferences
(ii) (MEWE 7901) Dissertation

PhD in Sustainable Energy Science and Engineering(PhD SESE)

Admission Requirements

Candidates to be admitted into the PhD in Sustainable Energy Science and Engineering(PhD SESE) by Research and Thesis must have obtained :
(a) Possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or similar institution of higher learning with a GPA of at least 3.5/5.0 and
(b) Possession of Master’s degree from an accredited university or similar institution of higher learning with a minimum GPA of 3.5/5.0
(c) Demonstrate research experience by either producing evidence of at least TWO publications in accredited peer-reviewed journals, being the FIRST author in ONE publication and FIRST or SECOND author in the second publication, or produce evidence of a patent/prototype emanating from his/her research/innovation work and/or a funded research project with a PhD training component.
(d) Submit along with application documents, a concise TWO-page concept note of what he/she wishes to research on as part of study in order to demonstrate his/her ability to organize thoughts in writing, logically and creatively. The candidate shall be required to defend the concept note before a panel appointed by the host School/Department.

Duration of Study

Full Time : Three Years
Part Time : Four Years

Programme expected learning outcomes :

At the end of the program, students will be able to:

(i)
(ii)
(iii)

Course Categories

Common Core Courses

(i) (BuSH 6009) Organizational Development and Leadership
(ii) (BuSH 6010) Economic of Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Programme Core Courses

(i) (MEWE 7101) Research Methods and Communication
(ii) (MEWE 7102) Outreach and Internship

Graduate Seminar and Dissertation:

(i) (MEWE 7401) Research Seminars and Conferences
(ii) (MEWE 7195) Thesis work

PhD in Materials Science and Engineering (PhD MaSE)

Admission Requirements

Candidates to be admitted into the PhD in Materials Science and Engineering (PhD MaSE) by Research and Thesis must have obtained :
(a) Possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or similar institution of higher learning with a GPA of at least 3.5/5.0 and
(b) Possession of Master’s degree from an accredited university or similar institution of higher learning with a minimum GPA of 3.5/5.0
(c) Demonstrate research experience by either producing evidence of at least TWO publications in accredited peer-reviewed journals, being the FIRST author in ONE publication and FIRST or SECOND author in the second publication, or produce evidence of a patent/prototype emanating from his/her research/innovation work and/or a funded research project with a PhD training component.
(d) Submit along with application documents, a concise TWO-page concept note of what he/she wishes to research on as part of study in order to demonstrate his/her ability to organize thoughts in writing, logically and creatively. The candidate shall be required to defend the concept note before a panel appointed by the host School/Department.

Duration of Study

Full Time : Three Years
Part Time : Four Years

Course Categories

Common Core Courses

(i) (BuSH 6007) Foundation of Law, Philosophy and Ethics
(ii) (BuSH 6008) Technological Innovation and Entrepreneurship Management

Programme Core Courses

(i) (MEWE 7101) Research Methods and Communication
(ii) (MEWE 7102) Outreach and Internship

Graduate Seminar and Dissertation:

(i) (MEWE 7402) Graduate Seminar and Conference
(ii) (MaSE 7400) Dissertation

More information about degree programs can be found in the Prospectus, click here to download

The school has the following research groups:

1. Materials Research Group

Purpose of the group

The purpose of the materials research group is to establish research programs in the field of materials science to address real human challenges, according to the NM-AIST motto, “Academia for Society and Industry”

Research themes

Fabrication of materials with advanced properties, eg. Nanomaterials /Nanotechnology
Utilization of innovative approaches to develop materials which are cost-effective, more efficient, and environmentally friendly
Development of materials suitable for real life applications, eg. for water purification

Projects

Transfer of Nanofilter from Tanzania to Zambia – sponsored by the Southern Africa Innovation Support (SAIS)

Members

Dr. Askwar Hilonga	This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Eric Mutegoa	This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Wilson Mahene	This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Clarence Rubaka	This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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Cecilia China	This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Richard Edwin Ndibalema	This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Johnbosco Kessy	This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Ruth Moirana	This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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Outreach activities, spin offs and partners

Nanofilter - A typical case for the outreach activities

This project is taking unconventional approach. It is very unique because, unlike many other purely academic programs, it is focused on hands-on /practical training on how to develop and implement Nanotechnology based inventions. The project will replicate the success stories of Nanotechnology-based low-cost sustainable water purification system (Trademarked as Nanofilter: ) invented at NM-AIST / the lead applicant of this project. Nanofilter has won 17 awards, including the Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation – funded by the Royal Academy of Engineering-UK and the World Health Organization (WHO) award this two links : 1 and 2. Nanofilter increases access to clean and safe water to reduce water bone diseases; and its inventor is determined to impact millions of lives, as demonstrated in this video. The filters are directly sold to households and to institutions but also hosted in kiosks that become water stations that create jobs for local entrepreneurs. Nanofilter has created jobs to hundreds of people and is now impacting hundreds of thousands of people is Tanzania, Kenya, and Zambia.
Nanofilter is unique because it can “target” and “selectively” remove any contaminant found in water (bacteria, chemical-contaminants, turbidity, organic-matter) and produces 20 liters/hour of clean and safe water. It also removes chemicals like Fluoride which cause teeth and bone fluorosis. Nanofilter’s cost is lower – it does not use electricity (it simply depends on gravity). Rapid adoption of Nanofilter and similar Nanotechnology-based inventions will positively impact millions of lives around the world and make Africa’s contribution valuable. Internship placement at the associate partner / Gongali Model Co.Ltd (www.gongalimodel.com) (manufacturer of Nanofilter) directly inspire and empower students and staff to imitate the Nanofilter initiative as they develop their own Nanotechnology-based innovations / inventions. More about the Nanofilter innovation is found online (a simple search on Google will give hundreds of links), eg. WIPO Magazine

2. Clean Energy Technologies Research Group

Purpose of the group

Development of alternative and sustainable energy sources for domestic and industrial use

Research themes

Biogas production, clean up technologies and optimization of feedstock and bio-rectors
Solar energy application – solar dryers and cookers, micro-grid, smart micro-grids, standalone solar systems, fuel cells, solar mapping etc.
Biofuels – biodiesel, bio-ethanol and briquettes production and characterization, catalysts synthesis and characterization, engine tests, gasification, pyrolysis etc.
Energy auditing and management
Wind energy – optimization of turbine’s aerodynamic systems of small wind turbines
Hydropower – design and performance optimization of small scale hydropower plants for rural application and hydrokinetics.
Nuclear technology applications in industries (e.g. NDT), healthy and agriculture (e.g. radiations).

Projects

Solar-assisted heat pump drying technology for industrial and agricultural applications in Tanzania. Funded by Tanzania Commission for Science and Technology (COSTECH).
Evaluation of suitability of water hyacinth from Lake Victoria-Tanzania as a feedstock for Biofuel Production. Funded by The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS).
Establishing a Graduate School of Nuclear Science and Technology at the Nelson Mandela African Institution of Science and Technology, Project: URT007. Partially funded by International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
Development of a HArmonized MOdular Curriculum for the Smart Grid (DAMOC). Funded by Erasmus+ of the European Union.
Establishment of a regional enterprise to commercialize the integrated technologies for agro/biowaste conversion in eastern Africa. BIOINNOVATE PROJECT. Supported by SiDA through Bioinnovate Africa program.

Members

Dr. Thomas T. Kivevele	This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Prof. Karoli N. Njau	This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Prof. Alexander Pogrebnoi	This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Prof. Tatiana Pogrebnaya	This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Dr. Yusufu Abeid Chande Jande	This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Ms. Sophia Bakili
Ms. Elizabeth Makauki	This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Mr. Isack Kandola

Resources

OPAL Real Time Simulator, purchased under DAMOC project
OXITEST Oxidation Test Reactor, purchased under TWAS project
Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) COXEM CX-200TA
CHNS-O Analyzer
Bomb Calorimeter
Pelton Turbine Training Equipment Cussons Technology P6290SP
PV Trainer Kit
Wind Turbine Kit (Wind Energy trainer IKS Photovoltaic GmbH)
Gas Sampler and Analyzer

3. Water and Sanitation Research Group

Purpose of the group

The Water and Sanitation Research Group is a dynamic and interdisciplinary team dedicated to addressing critical challenges encompassing water resource management, sanitation, water supply, and climate change. Our group is committed to advancing scientific knowledge, innovative technologies, and sustainable practices in these interconnected fields. Through rigorous research, data analysis, and collaborative partnerships, we strive to develop holistic solutions that ensure equitable access to clean water, promote efficient resource management, and enhance sanitation infrastructure. By addressing the complex impacts of climate change on water availability and quality, our work contributes to building resilient communities and safeguarding the health and well-being of populations. Our mission is to drive positive change, inform policy decisions, and create lasting impact in water and sanitation on a global scale.

Research themes

Surface and groundwater management- water scarcity associated with climate variability and change,
Agricultural water management- low crop productivity/ yield.
Climate change modelling- effect of climate change on hydrological cycle, effect of climate change on aquatic ecosystems.
Climate change freshwater biodiversity management (Bioinformatics)- loss of freshwater biodiversity due to pollution, anthropogenic activities, invasive species and climate change, lack of accessible, reliable, and ready to use freshwater biodiversity information system for policy and decision-making.
Conservation and management of freshwater ecosystems- poor water quality associated with pollution, land-use change and climate change, loss of freshwater ecosystems, loss of freshwater biodiversity, loss of freshwater-ecosystems services.
Sustainability of water resources/hydropower reservoirs- soil loss rate, siltation and sedimentation rate, potential sediment sources and erosion hotspot areas, impact of land use and climate change on hydropower sustainability, poor agronomic productivity.
Water purification- poor availability of safe water especially in rural areas, low drinking water quality, high costs of conventional water purification technologies, low availability of locally developed approaches to water treatment, development of new approaches to deal with emerging and difficult pollutants in drinking water (As, F, Hg etc.)
Wastewater treatment, recycle and reuse- sustainable approaches to deal with treatment of difficult wastewater (mine water, tannery wastewater, wastewater from heavy metal industries), recovery of resources during wastewater treatment (nutrients, energy, water, chemicals), circular approach in wastewater management, emphasis on “treatment for reuse/recycling” philosophy.

Projects

BIOINNOVATE PROJECT: Establishment of a regional enterprise to commercialize integrated technologies for agro/biowaste conversion in eastern Africa.
Africa Regional Scholarship and Innovation Fund (RSIF) in the Partnership for Applied Sciences, Engineering and Technology (PASET).
Inclined Plate Settlers (IPS) for pre-treatment of community potable water supply in Nadosoito.
The Social Science of Climate Change Adaptation: Advancing academic writing for early career academics in Tanzania.
Remote Sensing and Machine Learning in water stress detection, with an Emphasis on Applications in maize Farming.
North-South Alliance for inclusive water, Sanitation and Hygiene (All4WASH).
VLIR – IUC Programme Phase 2: Sustainable use of natural resources to the benefit of the local communities of Northern Tanzania.
Development of Radiometric Methods for the Measurements of Constructed Wetlands Hydrodynamics.
PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) Survey in East Africa

Members

Prof. Karoli N. Njau	This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Dr. Grite Nelson	This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Prof. Kelvin Mtei	This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Prof. Revocatus Machunda	This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Dr. Juma Selemani	This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Dr. Mwemezi Rwiza	This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Dr. Hans Komakech	This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Dr. Gordian Mataba	This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Dr. Anita Rugaika	This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Dr. Anna Msigwa	This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Ms. Esther Kinyanguli	This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Ms. Theresia Kimario	This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

4. Environment Research Group

Purpose of the group

The Environment Research Group is a dynamic and interdisciplinary team dedicated to addressing critical challenges encompassing the environmental components (air, water and land) and climate change. Our group is committed to advancing scientific knowledge, innovative technologies, and sustainable practices in these interconnected fields. Through rigorous research, data analysis, and collaborative partnerships, we strive to develop holistic solutions that ensure sustainable environmental management. Our mission is to drive positive change, inform policy decisions, and create solution to existing environmental challenges on a global scale.

Research themes

Land pollution- land degradation, soil erosion, sediment studies, land/soil remediation, nature/novel based solutions.
Soil-plant nutrients- pollutants into soils and plants, radionuclides uptake, fluoride uptake, and plants as fertilizer.
Waste recycling- wastewater for irrigation, fertilizers and biowaste valorization.
Eco-toxicology- ppesticides, environmental toxicity, radioecology (source, transport, and fate of radionuclides), risk assessments.
Environment and climate- air pollution, flood risk in the coastal zone, climate variability on erosion, sediment and particulate transport, climate change impacts on infrastructure and settlements, droughts, and the future of communities.

Projects

Linking East and West African Farming Systems Experience into a BELT of Sustainable Intensification – EWA-BELT (2020- 2024).
Dynamics of Environmental Geochemistry and Health in a Lake-wide Basin.
Investigation of Radionuclide Transfer from Soil to Selected Plants in Semi-Arid Environment in Central Tanzania.
“Sustainable banana farming systems” which is one of the three projects in the programme: Sustainable use of natural resources to the benefit of the local communities of northern Tanzania, 2019- 2023- VLIR-UOS/IUC-NMAIST programme.
Transfer of radionuclides in arid and semi-arid environments for radiological Environmental impacts- “investigation of the radionuclide transfer from soil to selected plants in semi-arid environment in Bahi and Manyoni, Central Tanzania”- IAEA Coordinated Research Project 2021-2026
Improving Nutrients Availability of High Fluoride Laden Manure for Sustainable Crop Production around Mt Meru Communities in Tanzania.
East Africa Forum for University (SWEAFUN) Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) Surveys in East Africa. 2023.
The Social Science of Climate Change Adaptation: Advancing academic writing for early career academics in Tanzania.
International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)- Development of Radiometric Methods for the Measurements of Constructed Wetlands Hydrodynamics 2023-2028
(France National Center for Scientific Research (CNRS))“Embodied energy” Socializing low technologies and resources in alternative energy production 2023-2026

Members

Prof. Kelvin Mtei	This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Dr. Mwema Felix	This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Dr. Grite Nelson	This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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The school of MEWES has the following ongoing projects:

1. Water Infrastructure and Sustainable Energy Futures (WISE FUTURES)

Objective

WISE – Futures is one of the East and Southern Africa Higher Education Centers of Excellence phase two (ACE II) supported by the World Bank. WISE - Futures was declared effective by the World Bank in January 26, 2017. The center focuses on three priority areas: 1.Water and Sanitation Security. 2.Water Resources Security. 3.Energy Security. Primarily the center functions by steering activities aimed at achieving excellence by uplifting the capacity (in terms of human resources and manufacturing industry) of Tanzania and African nations to solve pressing problems related to water, sanitation, and energy. The center works in close collaboration with local, regional, and international collaborators from both the private and public sectors.

Members

Dr. Hans Komakech (centre leader), Dr. Yusuph Jande (deputy centre leader)

Project Partners

WaterAid, eWater UK, Babati District Council & Arusha District Council, Mobisol Tanzania, A to Z Textile Mills Ltd., Korea Maritime and Ocean University

Website: http://www.wisefutures.ac.tz/

2. Evaluation of suitability of water hyacinth from Lake Victoria-Tanzania as a feedstock for Biofuel Production

Members

Dr. Thomas Kivevele (PI)

3. BIOINNOVATE PROJECT: Establishment of a regional enterprise to commercialize the integrated technologies for agro/biowaste conversion in eastern Africa,

Members

Prof. Karol Njau (PI), Seypum Leta (AAU) (Co-PI), Joseph Kyambadde (MAK Uganda)

4. Solar-assisted Heat Pump Drying Technology for Industrial and Agricultural Applications in Tanzania

Members

Dr. Thomas Kivelele (PI), Dr. Kelvin Mtei

5. Africa Regional Scholarship and Innovation Fund (RSIF) in the Partnership for Applied Sciences, Engineering and Technology (PASET)

Members

Dr. Mwemezi Rwiza, Prof. Hans Komakech, Prof. Yusufu Abeid Chande Jande, Dr. Mussa Ally, Dr. Janeth Jonathan Marwa.

6. Inclined Plate Settlers (IPS) for pre-treatment of community potable water supply in Nadosoito

Members

Prof. Karol Njau, Dr. Revocatus Machunda

7. Leveraging transfer of Low-cost water filters (Nanofilter) technology from Tanzania to Zambia

Members

Dr. Askwar Hilonga

8. Linking East and West African Farming Systems Experience into a BELT of Sustainable Intensification – EWA-BELT

Members

Dr. Kelvin Mtei, Dr. Revocatus Machunda, Dr. Thomas Kivevele, Dr. Josephine Mkunda, Ms. Ruth Moirana

9. Dynamics of Environmental Geochemistry and Health in a Lake-wide Basin.

Members

Dr. Kelvin Mtei

10. The Social Science of Climate Change Adaptation: Advancing academic writing for early career academics in Tanzania.

Members

Dr. Kelvin Mtei

11. Remote Sensing and Machine Learning in water stress detection, with an Emphasis on Applications in maize Farming (extension).

Members

Dr. Anna Msigwa

12. Remote Sensing and Machine Learning in water stress detection, with an Emphasis on Applications in maize Farming

Members

Dr. Anna Msigwa, and Prof. Hans Komakech.

13. North-South Alliance for inclusive water, Sanitation and Hygiene (All4WASH) Members

Members

Dr. Hans Komakech, Dr. Revocatus Machunda, Dr. Anita Rugaika

14. Investigation of Radionuclide Transfer from Soil to Selected Plants in Semi-Arid Environment in Central Tanzania

Members

Prof. Kelvin Mtei

15. Zero Emission Concepts for Urban Resilience in selected African cities (ZECURA)

Members

Prof. Askwar Hilonga

16. Potential of underutilized plants and agricultural wastes in biofuels production – A pathway to reducing fuel/energy versus food competition in Africa

Members

Dr. Thomas Kivevele

17. Solar dryer integrated with thermal energy storage system: An energy efficient and environmentally friendly technology for drying biomaterials in Tanzania.

Members

Dr. Thomas Kivevele

18. Solar-assisted heat pump dryer with energy storage for drying biomaterials

Members

Dr. Thomas Kivevele

19. Fluoride removal from drinking water using capacitive deionization

Members

Prof. Yusufu Abeid Chande Jande, Prof. Revocatus Machunda.

20. VLIR – IUC Programme Phase 2: Sustainable use of natural resources to the benefit of the local communities of Northern Tanzania

Members

Prof. Karoli Njau, Prof. Kelvin Mtei, Prof. Liliane Pasape, Prof. Patrick Ndakidemi, Prof. Revocatus Machunda, Prof. Kisangiri Michael, Prof. Linus Munishi.

21. Sustainable banana farming systems in northern Tanzania

Members

Prof. Kelvin Mtei, Prof. Patrick Ndakidemi, Dr. Erasto Mlyuka.

22. Improving Nutrients Availability of High Fluoride Laden Manure for Sustainable Crop Production around Mt Meru Communities in Tanzania

Members

Prof. Machunda

23. Development of Radiometric Methods for the Measurements of Constructed Wetlands Hydrodynamics.

Members

Prof Njau, Dr. Aloyce Amasi

24. “Emboddied energy” Socializing low technologies and resources in alternative energy production.

Members

Dr. Aloyce Amas, Thomas Kivevele

25. PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) Survey in East Africa

Members

Prof. Kelvin Mtei, R. Machunda, Felix Mwema

SN	NAME	POSITION
1	Prof. Kelvin Mark Mtei	Associate Professor and Dean of School
2	Prof. Revocatus Machunda	Associate Professor
3	Prof. Karoli Nicholas Njau	Professor
4	Prof. Askwar Hilonga	Associate Professor
5	Prof. Hans Komakech	Associate Professor
6	Prof. Yusufu Abeid Chande Jande	Associate Professor
7	Prof. Thomas Kivevele	Associate Professor
8	Dr. Mwemezi Rwiza	Senior Lecturer
9	Dr. Juma Rajabu Selemani	Lecturer
10	Dr. Mwema Felix Mwema	Lecturer
11	Dr. Anita Mukarugaika Rugaika	Lecturer
12	Dr. Anna Haji Msigwa	Lecturer
13	Dr. Nelson S. Mpumi	Lecturer
14	Dr. Mtaki Thomas Maagi	Lecturer
15	Dr. Cecilia Rolence China	Lecturer
16	Dr. Aloyce Isaya Amasi	Lecturer
17	Dr. Grite Nelson Mwaijengo	Lecturer
18	Dr. Ruth Lorivi Moirana	Lecturer
19	Dr. Fina J. Lesafi	Lecturer
20	Ms. Elizabeth Makauki	Assistant Lecturer
21	Mr. Masumbuko Semba	Assistant Lecturer
22	Mr. Gordian Rocky Mataba	Assistant Lecturer
23	Ms. Tusekile Alfredy	Assistant Lecturer
24	Ms. Esther Adolph Kinyanguli	Assistant Lecturer
25	Mr. Max James Fulgence	Assistant Lecturer
26	Mr. Arbogast Nyandwi	Assistant Lecturer
27	Mr. Mohamed Soud Mohamed	Assistant Lecturer

Adjunct Professors/Faculty
SN	NAME	AFFILIATION
1	Dr. Baraka Kichonge	Arusha Technical College
2	Dr. Peter Mashingo	Arusha Technical College
3	Prof. Julian Hilton	University of Oxford ,UK
4	Dr. Nils Haneklaus	Aachen University, German and IAEA Vienna
5	Prof. Yusuf I. A. Koleleni	University of Dares salaam
6	Prof. Peter Msaki	University of Dares salaam
7	Prof. Frederick C. Kahimba	Tanzania Engineering and Manufacturing Design Organization (TEMDO)
8	Dr. Enos Mwambu	University of Eldoret, Kenya
9	Dr. Eliapenda Elisante Mariki	Sokoine University
10	Dr. Patrick Valinda	University of Dares salaam
11	Dr. Tulinave Mwamila	Maji Institute
12	Dr. George Lugomela	Ministry of Water
13	Prof. Amelia K. Kivaisi	University of Dares salaam
14	Dr. Christel Tiber	University of Montpellier, France
15	Dr. Julie Albaric	Franche Comte University
16	Dr. Florence Le Hebel	University of Montpellier, France
17	Prof. Fleurice Parat	University of Montpellier, France
18	Prof. Helene Celle	Comte University
19	Prof. Tony Rey	University of Montpellier, France
20	Prof. Stephanie Gautier	University of Montpellier, France
21	Prof. Andrew S. Paluch	Miami University, USA
22	Dr. Darwin D. Popenoe	Director and Technical Information Security Leader, Cooperate Funtion R&D USA
23	Prof. William Blake	Universiy of Plymouth
24	Prof Elianor Wozei	Uganda Christian University

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