Aerospace Engineering (ASE)

Aerospace engineering is the primary field of engineering concerned with the design, development, testing, and production of aircraft, spacecraft, and related systems and equipment. It has two major and overlapping branches: aeronautical engineering and astronautical engineering.

Job Title and Responsibilities:         

Head of Department:

 

• Provide a high standard of academic related administrative support to the departmental undergraduate programmes from admission and registration through to student support.
• Teaching at undergraduate level in areas allocated/reviewed by the departmental board.
• Carrying out scholarly research and publication of research outputs.

About Me:

Engr. Onuh is a professional mechanical engineer and a passionate researcher  who has an excellent blend of strategic human resource competencies with several  years of working experience in various sectors.

Qualifications:

• Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) (In view) in Design and Production (Mechanical

Engineering), 

Federal University of Agriculture, Makurdi.

 

• Master of Engineering (M. Eng.) in Mechanical Engineering,

Federal University of Agriculture, Makurdi, 2018

 

• Post Graduate Diploma (PGD) in Mechanical Engineering, Federal University of Technology, Akure, 2014

 

• Higher National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering,

Kaduna Polytechnic, Kaduna, 1994

 

• Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Fin. Mgt. Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi, 2000

Professional Memberships:

• Council of Regulation of Engineers in Nigerian (COREN) R.35282.
• Nigerian Institute of Safety Professional (NISP). Nigeria Society of Engineers (NSE).

Research Interests:

• Material Sciences: Investigation and evaluation of natural based fibre materials for applications in biomedical, automobile, aerospace, furniture’s, et cetra.

Selected Publications:

• Effect of chemical treatment on the mechanical properties of luffa fibre reinforced polyester composites.

                        Aye, S.A, Tuleun, L.T. and Onuh, W.A

                        IOSR Journal of Engineering (IOSRJEN), 2019.

 

• Evaluation of some properties of polyester based hybrid composites produced from luffa – banana fibres.

                        Ikpambese, K.K¹, Aye, S¹, and Onuh, A.W²

                        Nigerian Annals of Pure and Applied Sciences (NAPAS), 2019

 

• Investigation of the characterization of treated banana fibre (TBF) extracted from banana stem

                        Onuh, W. A., Ashwe, A, Tuleun, L.T, and Sylvester, A. Aye.

                        International Journal of Technology and Information studies (IJTIS), 2024

 

• Study on some characterization properties of treated luffa fiber reinforced epoxy resin.

                        Onuh, W. A, Ashwe.A, Tuleun L.T, and Sylvester. A. Aye.

                        International Journal of Technology and Information studies (IJTIS), 2024

 

MESSAGE FROM THE HOD

Welcome to the department of aerospace engineering which is the primary field of engineering concerned with the design, development, testing, and production of aircraft, spacecraft, and related systems and equipment. The field has traditionally focused on problems related to atmospheric and space flight, with two major and overlapping branches: aeronautical engineering and astronautical engineering. Here, we never stop learning, remember you are not just aerospace engineering students; you are also citizens of the world and most importantly human beings, so in everything you do, always strive to make this world a better place for everyone. Above all, reach for your dreams and live your life to the fullest. We are extremely proud of you and wish you all the best in this new journey of life.

Vision:

To transform Aerospace Engineering Department into a first choice for study of Aerospace Engineering.

Mission:

To produce Knowledgeable and Innovative Aerospace Engineering Graduates.

Philosophy:

Aerospace Engineering Department firmly believes that education is for liberation.

Core Values:

1. Excellence: Adherence to the highest international standards.
2. Innovation: Supports creative activities.
3. Inclusiveness: To show respect for ethics, cultural, religious diversity and freedom of thought.

Strategic Goals:

Is to nurture, build diligent and dedicated community of aerospace engineers providing a professional and thus justifying the purpose of teaching and satisfying the stakeholders.