prospectus utt

UndergradUatePrOSPeCtUS 2013

Utt

BACHELORS pROgRAmmES

UTT the NATIONAL University of trinidad and tobago with International reach... preparing a new generation of scholars to be future global leaders

education for employment, entrepreneurship and economic development

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table of ContentsVISIOn Of Utt 4

MISSIOn Of Utt 4

WelCOMe frOM the PrOVOSt 5

Key aCadeMIC headS 6

reaSOnS tO aPPly tO Utt 7

PrOfIle Of Utt 8Studying at UTT- Accreditation 9Specialised Accreditation 9

UttS aCCredItatIOn InItIatIVeS 9

regIStry 10mISSION 10FUNCTIONS OF THE REgISTRY 10THE REgISTRY UNITS 10STUDENT RECRUITmENT 10ADmISSIONS 10STUDENT RECORDS 10EXAmINATIONS UNIT 10

StUdent SUPPOrt SerVICeS 12STUDENT DEVELOpmENT UNIT 12STUDENT COUNSELLINg SERVICES 12UTT STUDENT gUILD 12STUDENT ORgANISATIONS AND CLUBS 13HOUSINg AND RESIDENCE LIFE 13SpIRITUAL FORmATION/CHApLAINCY 14SpORTS AND RECREATION 14INTER CAmpUS LINKS/STUDENT TRANSpORTATION 15STUDENT SOCIAL RESpONSIBILITY 15STUDENT DISABILITY SERVICES 15

Career deVelOPMent UnIt 16

COOPeratIVe edUCatIOn 17

an Integrated aPPrOaCh tO learnIng 18

lIbrary faCIlItIeS at Utt 19

feeS and Other COStS 20

baChelOr PrOgraMMeS

Plant animal Biotechnology 23Bachelor of Science Programme

animal Science and technology 24Bachelor of Science Programme

Food Science and technology 25Bachelor of Science Programme

croP Science and technology 26Bachelor of Science Programme

SPort StudieS 27Bachelor of Science Programme

education 28Bachelor of Education Programme

FaShion deSign 29Bachelor of Fine Arts Programme

PerForming artS 30Bachelor of Fine Arts Programme

comPuter engineering 34Bachelor of Applied Science Programme

Biomedical engineering 35Bachelor of Applied Science Programme

civil engineering SyStemS 37Bachelor of Applied Science Programme

B.A.Sc.- M.Eng. in Civil Engineering Systems with Structural Engineering

B.A.Sc. - Civil Engineering Systems with Environmental Engineering

B.A.Sc.- Civil Engineering Systems with Construction Engineering and Management

manuFacturing and deSign engineering 40BACHELOR OF APPLIED SCIENCE Programme

utilitieS engineering 41Bachelor of Applied Science Programme

ProceSS engineering 43Bachelor of Applied Science Programme

Petroleum engineering 45Bachelor of Applied Science Programme

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visionas Provost of utt, the national institution of higher learning, i am delighted to introduce you to the new 2013 Prospectus. the mandate for all tertiary education is to advance the intellectual, analytical and communication skills of students and to prepare them for the challenges of a diverse and global society. in that sense, utt is particularly singular since, as a resource for nation-building, the university is quite simply an agent of change which elicits social, economic and cultural change via our research and academic agenda.

utt is unique in its approach and offers new and differing avenues to students in their pursuit of relevant tertiary education. the university offers excellent placement opportunities as bridging points between the university and the wider industry. utts programmes have been developed with the assistance of advisory councils comprising expert practitioners in their respective fields. upon graduation you, the student, will be equipped to make the best possible contribution to your country, the region and the world.

given the recognition and respect for utt programmes already gained in international academic circles, it is expected that the product of a utt-education will be a disciplined and creative entrepreneur whose innovations will be the major catalyst for the full blossoming of the productive force of the nation. as you consider signing on for one of our many innovative programmes, we pledge our support and offer you the best possible facilities as to encourage learning at one of many campuses.

i welcome you to the university of trinidad and tobago (utt) and wish you much success in your studies.

dr. Fazal ali

the vision of utt is to be the national institution of higher learning and research for socioeconomic and technological development that:

a. inculcates in the graduates a set of overarching skills - metaskills - that help them navigate the new and emerging technologies in the national and global contexts, and

b. through its r & d activities, brings and keeps trinidad and tobago in the vanguard of engineering and technology in niche areas of key importance, such as natural gas is to the nation.

to be an entrepreneurial university designed to discover and develop entrepreneurs, commercialise research and development and spawn companies for wealth generation and sustainable job creation towards the equitable enhancement of the quality of life of all individuals, families and communities of the republic of trinidad and tobago and the caribbean.

Vision of Utt

Mission of Utt

mission

Welcomefrom the Provost

Welcome from the Provost

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Professor Krishna athre

Professor Paul Blair

Professor hollis liverpool

Professor ewen mclean

Professor Prakash Persad

Professor Winston Suite

dr. marian Watson

dr. rodney rambally

dr. Puran Bridgemohan

mr. ian ramdhanie

mr. Benny gomes

ms. Sandra carr

ms. lisa Sinanan

Key academics: reasons to apply to Utt

entrepreneurial university

Work-ready graduates

Problem-based learning

academic Quality assurance- accredited by actt in december 2010.

modern and equipped laboratories

Student health services

experienced and committed instructors

Seamless transition in tertiary studies from diplomas to degrees

industry-relevant degrees

easier access to employment opportunities through career development

Scholarship opportunities in Sports Studies

individual and academic counselling

extracurricular activities

diversity of programme options

Social and academic enrichment

Programme content with input from industry

cooperative job placement

industry-experienced national and international professors

music, dance, games etc.

multi-campus access

gate-approved programmes

opportunities to serve the community through the Student Social responsibility & volunteer centre

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STUDYINg AT UTT- ACCREDITATION

accreditation in its truest sense refers to quality, and the quality that accreditation offers speaks to three major areas: competence (assessing the skills and training given to students), opportunity (preparing the students to seize opportunities in the world of work) and Portability (ensuring that the students qualifications can be recognised outside of trinidad and tobago).

all utt programmes are accredited as the university received institutional accreditation in december 2011 for a period of seven (7) years by the accreditation council of trinidad and tobago (actt). Programme accreditation or specialised accreditation is driven by the need to be licensed to operate in a specific profession. Programmes such as medicine, law and engineering need specialised accreditation for the regulatory bodies to accept one into practice in those professions due to the potential impact on public health and safety. accreditation for other programmes gives an additional value but is not necessary.

utts Quality Policy is that utt will position itself at the forefront of the national tertiary education thrust- to create a productive and resilient workforce that is committed to innovation and entrepreneurship and meets the current and future challenges of the globalised economy. in this context, utt is mission-driven, results-oriented and committed to continuous quality. one can not only expect quality from the university of trinidad and tobago, but has a right to demand it. Quality is not something we do; its how we do everything.

SpECIALISED ACCREDITATION

the university of trinidad and tobago (utt) has successfully explored uncharted territory by becoming the first institution in trinidad and tobago, and the caribbean region, to receive full chartered engineering status by the energy institute, uK, for its master of engineering (m.eng.) in Petroleum engineering undergraduate degree.

the m.eng. degree is awarded to students who complete an extended four-year period of full-time study, subsequent to successful completion of utts Bachelor of applied Science (BaSc.) degree. Chartered Engineering status ensures that utts graduates have a recognisable, international engineering qualification which adequately distinguishes and sets them apart.

Specialised programme accreditation has been granted by the following organisations for utts programmes:

Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), United Kingdom: Bachelor of applied technology (Btech) in electrical engineering Bachelor of applied technology (Btech) in mechanical engineering

Energy Institute (EI), United Kingdom:master of Science in reservoir engineeringmaster of Science in Petroleum engineering Bachelor of applied Science in Petroleum engineeringmaster of engineering in Petroleum engineering (Accredited for full Chartered Engineering

status)

Institute of marine Engineering, Science and Technology (ImarEST), United Kingdom:master of Science in operational maritime management Bachelor of Science in nautical Science diploma in maritime operations engineering option diploma in maritime operations navigation option

the university of trinidad and tobago (utt) is an entrepreneurial-based, dynamic and student-oriented institution providing a broad spectrum of high-quality, career-oriented diploma, bachelors, masters and doctoral programmes, in areas ranging from Science and technology to education and the arts. utt, the national university of trinidad and tobago, was established in 2004 with a mandate to educate and train nationals, and today, the university has become a fast-growing community of scholars which now serves a culturally diverse population of students in technical and other programme areas, ably guided by internationally respected professors.

the rationale for utts existence stemmed from a need to expand the capacity and access to tertiary education as well as to meet the national requirements for work-ready graduates who were aligned to industry expectations. Since its first graduation ceremony in 2006, the university has graduated more than three thousand (3000) nationals. the university offers more than fifty (50) programmes available at the undergraduate and Postgraduate levels which exposes persons to diverse educational opportunities.

utt currently has ten (10) campus locations throughout trinidad, nine (9) of which are teaching campuses. the university also maintains a presence in tobago at the tobago technology centre where the Bachelor of education programme is delivered.

to learn more, visit: www.u.tt

Profile of Utt Utts aCCredItatIOn InItIatIVeS ww

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FUNCTIONS OF THE REgISTRY

currently, there are mini-registries located on six (6) campuses which serve nine (9) teaching locations. each function of the registry is headed by an assistant registrar except in the case of the Student recruitment function which is headed by a manager. operationally, the registry operates in support of the academic and student support functions of the university.

the registry recognises its role in the fostering of a harmonious learning environment and as a result, the promotion and maintenance of close relationships with all stakeholders. registry services play a vital and pivotal role in bridging the gap between administration/Faculty and the Student Body. the academic and student support activities constitute the core business of any tertiary institution with all divisions/departments established as interrelated entities to satisfy students needs.

at utt, the registry acts as a clearing house for information regarding the university and its programmes as well as serving as the port of call for persons wishing to access programmes of the institution. responsibilities also include the tracking of students progress throughout the student life/cycle from admission to graduation. While students will from time to time have limited interface with other divisions/departments of the institution, most

activities and communication will be transacted through some unit of the registry.

THE REgISTRY UNITS

the registry consists of four (4) units: Student recruitment admissions Student records examinations

STUDENT RECRUITmENT

the Student recruitment unit supports the university in its strategic objectives of student recruitment, and provides information, advice and support to queries of potential students and others. We represent the universally externally, and organise recruitment activities to support the admissions process with the goal of attracting the best students to the university of trinidad and tobago.

ADmISSIONS

the admissions team members are located throughout the seven (7) campus registries catering to the needs of students and other stakeholders. the range of services provided by the unit includes:Provision of information to prospective

and current students admission of new studentsregistration/change of registration for

new and returning students

all student letters relevant to students enrolment/registration status at the university (e.g. offer and acceptance, registration, medical, embassy etc.)

Processing of leave of absence, Withdrawal, transfers and exemptions

distribution of all student forms and other correspondence.

STUDENT RECORDS

Student records is responsible for managing the records of students at the university of trinidad & tobago (utt), which it obtains from other departments of the university such as admissions, examinations, Student Support and career development and Student accounts. For example, this department receives admissions and registration information from the admissions office whilst the examinations unit would provide information on students performances. the officers in this department have little direct contact with students or other members of the public.

EXAmINATIONS UNIT

examinations is primarily responsible for the administration of final examinations throughout utt. all processes of the unit are designed to maintain the academic integrity of the university.

the main functions of the unit are:Preparing and posting of examinations

schedulesPrinting of all final examinations papers Securing all examinations papers issuing of examinations guidelines administering of examinationsdispatching of examinations papers issuing Performance reports (grades) issuing letters of academic Status

registry

mISSION

creation of a superior student experience through the provision of student-centered customer service in an environment that respects confidentiality, demonstrates reliability and upholds the academic integrity of the university.

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STUDENT DEVELOpmENT UNIT

the Student development unit (Sdu) has established units on each campus of the utt and plays an integral role in fostering student learning and engagement; encouraging respect for diversity; and generally, in assisting students with their overall development. the Sdu is responsible for a wide cross-section of activities and functions: First year/new Student orientation Student activity calendar Students Welcome Week activities academic/Personal Support and referrals Student Policy Behaviour and comportment Student advocacy/grievances learning Strategies/Student Success

Series Wellness and Prevention Programmes Student guild and Student clubs/

organisations extra-curricular activities Student volunteers Special events/cultural and ethnic

celebrations Student travel including official class

trips and Shuttle Service housing and residence life Student leaders training and Formation

activities Spiritual Formation/chaplaincy Student leisure and locker Facilities graduation activities

STUDENT COUNSELLINg SERVICES

the Student counselling Services (ScS) provides a comprehensive range of professional services within its capabilities that are confidential, accessible, student-focused, campus-based and collaborative. the ScS promotes the psychological health and development of all students as this contributes to the attainment of their educational and vocational objectives, their total-well-being and responsible community membership. the main responsibilities of the ScS are: assessment/diagnosis counselling (individual/group) instrument Selection/testing Preventive education consultation Programme development (Special issues) crisis intervention case management research Peer Support Programme

UTT STUDENT gUILD

the utt Student guild is the student government of the university. the utt Student guild promotes the welfare of students through responsible self-government; regulates modifies and proposes programs for the cultural,

social and physical well-being of the student body; and works with the university administration on policy issues.

STUDENT ORgANISATIONS AND CLUBS

Students can choose from some fifty (50) active student organisations and clubs, ranging from major-related organisations/clubs to ethnically oriented groups. Student organisations and clubs promote management,

creativity, organisation and leadership skills. they are formed, governed and funded under the auspices of the utt Student guild. guidelines, publicity and event organisations are coordinated through the Student development unit (Sdu).

HOUSINg AND RESIDENCE LIFE

the Student development unit (Sdu) provides rental listings and useful housing tips to off campus students looking for accommodation near their

campus. the university does not own, inspect, endorse, or recommend any specific unit listed with this service. all information contained in rental listings is provided by landlords. the university makes no guarantees or warranties, either expressed or implied, regarding the accuracy of the information or descriptions that are provided relating to rental properties.

Students interested in housing and residence life should contact their campus Sdu staff once they have gained admission to the university.

the Student Support Services department is responsible for developing and implementing programmes and providing services which support and promote student centred education. our main goal is to enhance the students university experience and to assist in the overall holistic development of our students. it is hoped that every graduate will display effective communication skills, social competence, emotional balance, good ethics, intellectual growth, and be entrepreneurial, by the end of his/her programme of study at utt.

the core functions of Student Support Services are: Student development, career development and Student counselling Services.

Student Support Services

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currently there are only residences available for students of the eastern caribbean institute of agriculture and Forestry (eciaF) campus and the Sports Scholarship Students at olera heights, San Fernando. each resident is required to accept and live by a code of conduct which values and promotes civility, good citizenship and productive behaviour.

SpIRITUAL FORmATION/CHApLAINCY

the university facilitates the provision of pastoral/spiritual support through

faith-based organisations such as the chaplaincies established by the catholic and Presbyterian archdioceses; and student clubs such as the hindu Society, intervarsity christian Fellowship and the islamic Society. the university welcomes all religious bodies to engage the students in understanding religious values as well as to express their faith.

SpORTS AND RECREATION

the S.u.c.c.e.S.S. unit (Students, university campuses, communities, education and Sport Services) is

responsible for intramural and inter-campus sporting activities; recreational activities for staff; and encouraging healthy lifestyles in the university community.

the S.u.c.c.e.S.S unit seeks to develop a lifelong interest in sport and recreation. its activities include cricket, football, netball, volleyball, basketball, table tennis and track and field. at all participation levels . Students now have access to gyms on some of the campuses.

INTER CAmpUS LINKS/STUDENT TRANSpORTATION

the university provides a Shuttle Bus service for registered students at select campuses to main transportation hubs for approved academic and co-curricular events. coordination of this service is facilitated through the Student development unit.

all students are expected to display student identification cards while accessing the student transportation.

STUDENT SOCIAL RESpONSIBILITY

the Student volunteer centre (Svc) uses a three-pronged approach to provide opportunities for students and members of the utt family to participate in problem solving initiatives and volunteer activities: civic engagement; volunteerism; and Service learning.

through the Svc, staff and students are encouraged to volunteer their skills and talents to assist those in need, and to apply their class room learnings and their expertise to help develop others and offering themselves as a resource to the community.

our activities are wide and varied and some of the initiatives we have undertaken include: teaching of pan music to children of the

trinidad and tobago autistic Societyrain water harvesting for a Wildlife

conservation centre which receives no pipe born water and the fabrication of a primate enclosure for rescued howler monkeys

adult literacy tutoring at various locations in trinidad and tobago

construction of affordable housing in collaboration with habitat for humanity trinidad and tobago

utt volunteers for July-august holiday camps

Students are able to utilise their classroom skills and knowledge gained in their various fields of study and play a hands-on role in various projects according to their interest areas. additionally and importantly, students have been able to take on team roles and lead on several volunteer projects based on their area of expertise, which helps expand their existing skill set and has given them a sense of accomplishment and pride.

STUDENT DISABILITY SERVICES

the university of trinidad and tobago (utt) is committed to providing equal and integrated access for students with disabilities subject to the limitations of the

universitys resources at the particular time. the Student development unit (Sdu) and Student counselling Services (ScS) provide students with the support and resources to resolve problems arising from a disability. any request for an accommodation will be considered and evaluated based upon need, international best practices and the institutions resource capacity.

Some commonly requested accommodations for students include: liaison with campus departments and

community agencies handicapped parking permitsclassroom accommodations examination accommodationsnote taking Service Services for deaf and hearing-impaired

Students Services for Sight-impaired Studentsresource information and referrals

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Career development Unit

the career development unit (cdu) is primarily responsible for career services and alumni relations. the following main clusters guide its operations:

professional Development Workshops which include a career orientation Series, general career advisement, industry Seminars and a career enhancement Series

Work Attachment/Training which is applied learning embodied in a structured programme developed and supervised by the utt in collaboration with one or more employing organisations in which relevant productive work is an integral part of a students academic programme

Cooperative education

it is intended that, beyond the university degree, the future goals of students will encompass rewarding and satisfying jobs and/or furthering of their studies.

this focus can be seen in utts use of the co-op approach in the delivery of its programmes. the co-op approach is a structured educational strategy that combines institutional learning with relevant practical experience in the workplace.

utt offers excellent placement opportunities as bridging points between the university and the wider industry. Professional Work Attachment places emphasis on developing students inter-personal skills, their oral and written communication and facilitates the assessment of classroom theory in a practical work environment.

Financial Aid - a work/study programme to assist student who are unable to finance their education

graduate Services - graduate/employment posts, job fairs as well as administrative coordination of the university of trinidad and tobago alumni association (uttaa). the uttaa was created to raise financial and material resources for efficient and effective teaching and learning as well as the general well-being of students and staff at utt.

in recent years, the universitys career development unit has placed more than 80% of its students in part-time vacation jobs. responses from satisfied students to this industry experience range from, exciting to extremely relevant to course theory.

Furthermore, initiatives such as utts annual Business Plan competition foster the Spirit of entrepreneurship and innovation that is central to the mission and vision of the university, encouraging participants to develop business proposals around innovative products and services for future commercialisation.

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utt libraries consist of a network of libraries, with one being located at each campus. the libraries, through their helpful and courteous staff, provide a wide range of information resources, services and instruction, in support of the teaching, learning, research and entrepreneurial activities of the university, as well as the overall holistic personal development of students and staff.

the resources of each library are specifically geared to the programmes pursued at the respective campuses. they include both print and electronic resources. these can be accessed by using utt libraries oneSearch discovery Service facility through which the entire collection can be searched, or by using the online catalogue for locating print and multimedia items. these facilities are available via the libraries link on the universitys homepage or at http://u.tt/library.

utt libraries are comfortable with a pleasant ambience conducive to study, research and the development of an enquiring and innovative mind. Seating is provided for individual as well as group activities. each library is equipped with a number of computer workstations with internet access and software to facilitate the research and study needs of students and staff. While on campus the libraries resources can be accessed via these computers or wirelessly through any electronic device with internet access. these resources can also be accessed from off-campus.

library facilities at Utt

a central tenet in the founding vision of utt is the integration of business and technology into the universitys undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. utt has focused on a system of integrative instruction whereby multi-disciplinary content, pedagogy and instructional methodology are core principles for learning.

an integrated programme design at utt is not merely add-on courses picked from diverse disciplines. one approach adopted by the university is to integrate instructional methodologies, such as multi-disciplinary projects, problem-based learning, team learning and instruction. case studies, in the context of business and technology, also provide rich benefits by helping students acquire broadly-based design skills. utt has been able to incorporate an integrative approach to learning, due in part to the easy access of information across academic disciplines. By offering integrative programmes, the university has and continues to equip its graduates with the right tools to meet the demands of an ever-evolving society.

through the universitys learning centre, resources and links to resources, are provided to allow faculty a more effective grasp on self-education. the learning centre facilitates the preparation of utts instructors to teach in a networked world; one that requires them to be effective in virtual and physical environments.

the centre provides programmes and services that assist instructors in the design and delivery of synchronous and asynchronous courses through face-to-face teaching and distance learning (via video conferencing); hence leveraging educational technologies to support learning.

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bachelorprogrammes

utt programmes are gATE (government Assistance for Tuition Expenses) funded, however, the following nonrefundable fees apply: application Fee of tt$90.00 for

nationals of trinidad and tobagouS$15.00 for applicants from the

caricom regionuS$25.00 for international applicants

contact us - www.u.tt

fees and Other Costs

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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE pROgRAmmE

Entry Requirements

For the B.Sc. in Biotechnology degree, the following benchmark entry standards shall apply:

1. caribbean advanced Proficiency examination caPe level i with grades 3 and above in Biology and chemistry. applicants with Both caPe level i and ii passes in mathematics, Physics, chemistry and Biology would be eligible for certain exemptions. general Paper or communication Studies would be an asset to applicants. applicants must also have attained 5 ordinary levels or cSec passes in english, mathematics, chemistry, Biology and another subject.

or

2. an eciaF diploma in: agriculture, or animal health and veterinary Public health, or applicants completing the diploma in animal health, Production and veterinary Public health

or

3. other equivalent Qualifications may be also considered by an appointed committee or Programme Professor

Plant.animal biotechnology UTT programme Code B1260Duration of programme Full Time: 3 years

programme Credits 120

programme Leader Dr. Nicole Ramlachan

mature Student Entry

an applicant who does not satisfy all the stipulated minimum academic or technical qualifications for admission to the programme may be accepted as a mature Student. he/she would need to possess the critical elements of the stipulated qualification and would be assessed by the utt Programme head as possessing a combination of qualifications and educational or experiential maturity to enable him/her to successfully participate in the Programme.

Potential Careers

career opportunities exist in government ministries/agencies, universities and private companies in research and development, advisory and consultancy positions.

the potential careers for Biotechnology graduates include the following:

lab technician, diagnostic technician, Plant Breeding, agriculture, agricultural Service industry, agronomist, government officer, crop Production, animal Breeding, aquaculture, Public health, health officer, horticulturalist, research Scientist, Biotechnology, Biotechnology lab/research assistant, commercial and operations analyst, livestock Production, crop management, environmental Biologist, environmental chemist, Farm management, Fisheries officer, Food Scientist, Food technologist, Pharmaceutical Scientist and Bioinformatics researcher. also, many opportunities exist for graduates to be Business entrepreneurs and develop, promote and produce their own products/inventions.

programme Brief

the Bachelor of Science in Plant/animal Biotechnology programme aims to produce graduates who are:1. computer literate, business savvy, entrepreneurial and global in outlook, technologically competent, creative and innovative in thinking;2. able to use resources to produce, market, process, and assess products that extend human potential to improve and control the natural

and human made environment of food and agriculture; and 3. equipped to provide (a)technical support to agricultural practitioners, public and private organisations in food and agriculture and

(b) technical support to agricultural policy, technology transfer, information dissemination, plant production and protection, animal production and protection, including food and agricultural developmental activities.

the main objectives of Biotechnology in the emerging scientific stream are identification and characterisation of animal breeds, developing dna-based diagnostics and genetically engineered vaccines for animals, studying animal genomics and its varied applications and developing embryo-transfer technology and other such techniques. dna forensics, molecular diagnostics, cloning, wildlife conservation, stem-cell research and bio-processing technologies are other import areas under the discipline. it has diverse and widespread applications in the areas of food quality control, analyses of milk and milk products and other animal products, besides development of disease-free, pedigreed animal. animal Biotechnology involves the application of scientific and engineering principles to the processing or production of materials by animals or aquatic species to provide goods and services.

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Entry Requirements

the following minimum entry standards shall apply for the B.Sc. degrees in animal Science and technology:

1. caribbean advanced Proficiency examination (caPe) level i and ii (or equivalent) with grades 4 or lower in Biology, chemistry, caribbean Studies, and communication Studies. Students with passes in only one of the required science courses may be accepted and required to take qualifying courses at the diploma level.

or

2. an eciaF diploma in: agriculture, or animal health and veterinary Public health,

or animal health, Production, and veterinary

Public health ornamental horticulture Forestryor

3. other equivalent Qualifications may be also considered by an appointed committee or Programme Professor.

Note: applicants will be interviewed before selection. applicants will be required to successfully complete a medical fitness examination

programme Brief

the Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in animal Science and technology programme aims to produce graduates who are:1. computer literate, business savvy, entrepreneurial and global in outlook, technologically competent, creative and innovative in thinking;2. aable to use resources to produce, market, process, and assess products that extend human potential to improve and control the natural

and human made environment of food and agriculture; and 3. equipped to provide (a)technical support to agricultural practitioners, public and private organisations in food and agriculture and

(b) technical support to agricultural policy, technology transfer, information dissemination, plant production and protection, animal production and protection, including food and agricultural developmental activities.


an applicant who does not satisfy all of the stipulated minimum academic or technical qualifications for admission to the programme may be accepted as a mature Student. he/she would need to possess the critical elements of the stipulated qualification and would be assessed by the utt Programme head as possessing a combination of qualifications and educational or experiential maturity to enable him/her to successfully participate in the Programme.

potential Careers

career paths include:

livestock production and the extensive infrastructure that provides the products and services required for management, marketing and processing of livestock and livestock products

Students receive training in nutrition, breeding, reproductive physiology, meat science, dairy products, and the production and management of livestock.

graduates can find ready employment in rewarding careers in the pharmaceutical, clinical and food-related industries.

animal Science and technology UTT programme Code B1220 Duration of programme Full Time: 3 years


programme Leader Dr. puran Bridgemohan

Entry Requirements

For the B.Sc. in Food Science and technology the following benchmark minimum entry standards shall apply:

1. caribbean advanced Proficiency examination (caPe) unit i and ii with grades 3 and above in Biology and chemistry is the basic entry requirement. applicants having both caPe i and ii or advanced level passes in Biology, chemistry, mathematics and Physics may be eligible for certain exemptions in the basic sciences.

applicants must also possess 5 ordinary levels or cSec passes in english, mathematics, chemistry, Biology and another subject.

or

2. an eciaF diploma in: agriculture or


Note: applicants will be interviewed before selection. applicants will be required to successfully complete a medical fitness examination.

programme Brief

Food Science is the discipline in which the engineering, biological, and physical sciences are used to study the nature of foods, the causes of deterioration, the principles underlying food processing, and the improvement of foods for the consuming public. Food technology is the application of food science to the selection, preservation, processing, packaging, distribution, and use of safe, nutritious, and wholesome food. in practice, the terms food science and food technology are often used interchangeably. discovering new knowledge and new technologies to develop safe, affordable, nutritious, and enjoyable food products is the goal of food scientists.

the Food Science and technology programme aims to produce graduates who are:1. computer literate, business savvy, entrepreneur spirited, technologically competent, global in outlook, creative and innovative in thinking;2. able to use resources to produce, market, process, and assess products that extend human potential to improve and control the natural

and human made environment of food and agriculture; and

are equipped to provide technical support to agricultural practitioners, public and private organisations in food and agriculture technical support to agricultural policy, technology transfer, information dissemination, plant production and protection, to animal production and protection, to food and agricultural development requires students.


an applicant who does not satisfy all the stipulated minimum academic or technical qualifications for admission to the certificate in Process operations programme may be accepted as a mature Student. he/she would need to possess the critical elements of the stipulated qualification and would be assessed by the university of trinidad and tobago Programme coordinator as possessing a combination of qualifications and educational or experiential maturity to enable him/her to successfully participate in the programme.

potential Careers

the Bachelor of Science in Food Science and technology is designed to prepare students for rewarding careers in food and food service industries.

graduates of the programme will find careers:

related to food production, management, processing or distribution as part of the overall Food Supply chain in food corporations and food service industries that are based locally or internationally. they can work in a range of technical careers in the food industry, including research and development, innovation, product development, packaging development, process development, sensory and consumer science, scientific and regulatory affairs, quality assurance and food analysis.

opportunities are also open to graduates to work with government ministries to ensure a safe food supply is available to the country.

as teachers, writers or entrepreneurs managing their own food-based industries.

food Science and technology UTT programme Code B1160Duration of programme 1 year


programme Leader Dr. Rohanie maharaj

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Entry Requirements1. caribbean advanced Proficiency examination

caPe levelS i and ii with grade 3 and above in Biology and chemistry. applicants with advanced level or both caPe level i and caPe level ii passes in mathematics, Physics, chemistry and Biology would be eligible for certain exemptions. general Paper or communication Studies would be an asset to applicants. applicants should also have attained 5 cSec or 5 ordinary level passes including english, mathematics, chemistry, Biology and another subject. agricultural Science is acceptable).

or

2. eciaF diploma in agriculture, Forestry or ornamental horticulture

or


Note: applicants will be interviewed before selection. applicants will be required to successfully complete a medical fitness examination

programme Brief

the Bachelor of Science in crop Science and technology aims to provide Food and agricultural industries in trinidad and tobago with highly motivated manpower that is knowledgeable and skilled in the areas of:

a. agronomy and crop protection,b. landscaping and horticulturec. primary processing and marketingd. greenhouse production and managemente. floriculture and commercial nursery production

it also aims to equip graduates for the Postgraduate and research programmes in crop Science and Food technology while developing the capacity for research in the areas of crop Production, processing and protection and also to encourage and develop a new generation of farm-ready graduates who will engage in entrepreneurial activities.


an applicant who does not satisfy all the stipulated minimum academic or technical qualifications for admission to the certificate in Process operations programme may be accepted as a mature Student. he/she would need to possess the critical elements of the stipulated qualification and would be assessed by the university of trinidad and tobago Programme coordinator as possessing a combination of qualifications and educational or experiential maturity to enable him/her to successfully participate in the programme.

potential Careers

the emphasis in this degree is to allow the students to pursue sufficient science and technology based courses that will prepare them to be farmready graduates

B.Sc. Crop Science and Technology

the Science degree option provides a stronger foundation in basic and applied sciences and is intended for students desirous of pursuing a graduate degree or seeking a career in research and development. Post-graduate studies provide career opportunities in teaching and research at universities, regional and international agricultural research and development agencies [uWi, cardi, cirad, Fao, undP, cFc, caricom, cdB, inra, WiSt, Siri], private sector / industry, extension service and consulting firms. universities, state agencies [namdevco, cariri,ttaBa, cda] , and industries need trained scientists who can teach, conduct research and communicate research findings to the public to ensure efficient, environmentally sound food production and use of horticultural products

Crop Science and technology UTT programme Code B1180Duration of programme Full Time: 3 years


programme Leader Dr. puran Bridgemohan

Entry Requirements any two (2) cape (unit 1 and 2) or gce

advanced levels subjects; or certificate in Sport Studies or equivalent

programme; or combination of relevant experience and

academic qualification

programme Brief

the Bachelor in Sport Studies reflects the universitys vision of innovation, entrepreneurship and commitment through research and development. With an emphasis on connecting the study of sport to the enhancement of performance at all levels of engagement, the programme offers students a choice of specialisations in one or more of four areas: exercise Science; Sport management; Sport for development; and Sport Pedagogy. Students can gain the expertise to prepare for new and exciting career paths in sport and its allied fields. the programme also offers an opportunity to gain expertise in the scientific approach to the preparation of athletes. additionally, the programme makes a strong connect between sport and the community, and charts an authentic course for using sport as a tool for personal and social development.


applicants who do not meet standard academic requirements but have commensurate work/life experience and are over the age of twenty five (25) years will be required to attend an interview in order to determine suitability.

potential Careers Sport coaching officiating Sport entrepreneurship Sports coordinator Sport equipment design Sport event management Sport Facility management management of Special Populations Sports

Programmes recreational and community Sport

Programming, and Sport for development coordinator. additionally, with the acquisition of an additional 39 credits of coursework in education, students can qualify to be

Physical education teachers

Sport Studies UTT programme Code B1320Duration of programme Full Time: 3 years


programme professor prof. paul Blair

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Entry Requirements

these are in accordance with the qualifications required nationally and regionally for all entrants to teacher education programmes - Five (5) cXc passes which include mathematics, english and a Science subject.

Admissions Criteria

the following benchmark entry standards shall apply to the Bachelor of education: Passes in five subjects at cSec level of the caribbean examinations council, or gce o-levels. these subjects must include a Science subject, mathematics and english.

in addition persons wishing to enrol in a secondary specialisation must have caPe 1 and 2 passes or gce a level passes in the subject area in which they wish to specialise. Some areas such as integrated Science and Social Studies require caPe or advanced level passes in two subject areas. other equivalent qualifications may also be considered.

the criteria apply to all applicants to the programme.

programme Brief

the general objectives of the B. ed. programme are to: provide degree programmes for early childhood, primary and secondary school teachers

which will enable them to fulfil national educational goals encourage research into social and educational issues provide a student centred environment which will encourage the pursuit of academic

excellence as well as high moral and ethical standards strengthen the links between the classroom, the community and industry through

community service and school/industry partnerships facilitate continuing professional development for teachers in order to create a cadre

of qualified professionals to provide academic leadership and engage in research and development activities

develop a wide repertoire of innovative pedagogies and multi-disciplinary competencies ensure expanded access to tertiary education for a diverse student body critically examine practical experiences of teaching and learning develop and deepen their practical knowledge of teaching.

mature student entry

an applicant who does not satisfy all the stipulated minimum academic or technical qualifications for admission to a programme may be accepted as a mature Student. he/she would need to possess the critical elements of the stipulated qualification and would be assessed by the utt Programme head as possessing a combination of qualifications and educational or experiential maturity to enable him/her to successfully participate in the Programme.

Accreditation of prior Learning

Persons who already possess the two-year teachers diploma are given credit for their qualification and experience, and must complete the additional credits to obtain the degree.

applicants to the technical vocational areas must possess the benchmark qualifications or other relevant certification such as the technical teachers diploma or comparable qualifications coupled with diplomas at the technicians level.

potential Careers

it is envisaged that graduates of the programme will be employed in the

secondary and primary schools in both the public and private sectors of the nation and of the region

early childhood centresStudents who successfully complete the Bachelor of education degree may also find employment in business and industry especially in areas that require understanding of programme development and training.

education UTT programme Code B1280Duration of programme Full Time: 4 years


programme professor prof. Jeanette morris

Entry Requirements two (2) passes at gce advanced level or

caPe i and ii and passes in a minimum of three (3) cXc (cSec) general Proficiency level or equivalent gce o-levels which must include either cXc grade 1 or gce grade a in mathematics and english; or

Successful completion of the caFd diploma in Fashion design programme or related studies;

Additional Requirements:

a letter of intent stating why the applicant desires to study fashion;

a self-portrait drawn from a mirror; and Submission of 10 drawings illustrating 10

garments for a man or woman travelling to tobago on vacation



programme Brief

the goal of the caribbean academy of Fashion and design (caFd) at the university of trinidad and tobago is to educate and train young designers and marketers in the art and business of fashion, with an eye toward developing an emerging fashion industry in the caribbean.

the caFd at the university of trinidad and tobago will also endeavour to: encourage and create exchanges between caFd and global institutions in the field of art and design interface fully with the local community through further education programmes such as professional workshops, seminars, short

courses and extracurricular events including exhibitions and guest lectures.

the BFa in Fashion design is an idea driven, craft-based course of study that emphasises design concepts and skill development. the curriculum is designed to train students in areas encountered in a professional designers workroom from pattern-making and draping to fashion theory, sketching and textile arts.

potential Careers Fashion designer (womens wear, childrens

wear, mens wear, lingerie, knitwear) Specialty designer (sports apparel,

maternity wear, bridal wear, swimwear, urban wear)

accessories designer (shoes, bags, jewellery)

design director custom clothier Fashion coordinator Fashion consultant Product manager collections director Patternmaker Pattern grader technical designer Fashion educator

fashion design UTT programme Code B1300Duration of programme Full Time: 4 years


programme Leader ms. Sandra Carr

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Performing arts

Entry Requirements Passes in a minimum of five cXc general

Proficiency level or equivalent gce o level at cXc grade 1, 2 or3 or gce o level grade a, B or c and including mathematics and english language

or

a diploma in a relevant subject area from a recognised institution.

and (for all applicants)

Competitive Audition/Interview as follows:

acting, dance and music: a competitive audition in the area of specialisation plus interview

programme Brief

the aim of the Bachelor of Fine arts in the Performing arts Programme is to offer career opportunities through tertiary education and training in performance and education. its fundamental goal is to produce graduates, whose professional and educational experience of the performing arts is founded upon developing essential technical and performative skills and knowledge that enable students to accomplish their creative and cognitive goals, plus the entrepreneurial capability to succeed financially.

the programme will: encourage student development and understanding associated with the practical exploration and theoretical enquiry of performance

styles in caribbean, eastern and Western cultures; commit to cross-cultural and interdisciplinary studies as a significant performative and pedagogical tool in artistic scholarship; provide a creative and collaborative learning environment which challenges students to engage critically and physically; embrace the complexity of cross-cultural arts and cultural ideologies; cultivate a spirit of mutual respect for the arts that embody cultural diversity and identity; encourage entrepreneurial thinking in the performing arts; impart a sense of civic responsibility through service learning and community engagement.

this consolidated performing arts programme led to the award of a Bachelor of Fine arts in the Performing arts. there is also the possibility for specialisation in certain areas. courses are offered in the Performing arts Foundation area in years 1 and 2 plus preparatory courses for specialisation. the programme places a strong emphasis on caribbean culture and includes supporting courses in cultural literacy, education and cultural entrepreneurship. in years 3 and 4 students can pursue the general BFa in Performing arts, following a combination of compulsory courses and electives and culminating in a major Project (capstone) in the Performing arts. alternatively, students may follow a specialisation track as appropriate and available, subject to sufficient student demand, in the following areas:musicdance acting theatre design and Production

all programme pathways are caribbean-centric in focus and equip the student for the possibility of professional or further academic life locally, regionally and internationally



potential Careers

Specialisation 1:

music - additional entry requirements

applicants will be required to attend and perform an audition presenting two contrasting music selections.

potential Careers - music

Small businesses as ensembles/entertainment industry Professionals

cultural academics and arts educators music educators in Public and Private

institutions and Studios musicians for Performances, recitals,

concerts, events (locally and internationally) community engagement Practitioners

(teaching artists) music composers and arrangers choral directors and Singers conductors and musical directors accompanistsCaribbean music and Indian Classical - additional entry requirements

applicants will be required to attend and perform an audition presenting one or two music selections from memory.

potential Careers - caribbean music and indian classical

choral directors and Singers conductors composers music educators in Public and Private

institutions and Studios musicians recitals and concerts Performers

utt has given me the opportunity to be an exceptional artist. i would definitely recommend this programme for the authenticity and exposure it gives to students.

Sade ChanceBa Performing artsYEAR OF COmpLETION: 2015

UTT programme Code B1400

Duration of programme Full Time: 4 years


programme Leader mr. Benny gomes

Specialisation 2:

Dance - additional entry requirements

three letters of recommendation from performing arts professionals and/or teachers (not from a relative) addressing the applicants potential and competency in the entertainment industry

a rsum potential Careers - dance

Professional dancer choreographer artistic director dance educator dance Production manger dance designer videographer for dance installations community arts and dance coordinator dance historian and ethnographer dance critic arts administrator

Specialisation 3:

Acting - additional entry requirements

an audition of two monologues (one classical and one contemporary or caribbean) of contrasting mood not to exceed four (4) minutes in total length is essential. candidates may also be required to participate in group improvisations, movement and voice sessions as well as sing a song a capella.

potential Careers - acting

actors in theatre, musical theatre, film, television and radio drama

narrators for documentaries, features and corporate video

voice-over artists for tv/radio commercials, animated features and video games

Presenters and hosts for television programs (talk shows, game and magazine shows, etc.)

Stand-up comedians masters of ceremonies for live and recorded

events Story-tellers and Performers in adult and

childrens theatre communication Specialists teaching artists and actor-teachers for

educational and special-needs theatre teachers in primary/secondary schools and

community-based arts schools/programs Playwrights and Screenwriters theatre, Film and television directors and

Producers Private acting and vocal Performance

coaches talent agents and casting directors radio announcers/dJs and newscasters models for print, electronic media and live

fashion shows arts research, arts education and arts-

related academia

Specialisation 4:

Theatre Design and production - additional entry requirements

Prospective students are required to submit at the time of their interview to the university;

three letters of recommendation (preferably from performing arts professionals and/or educators) addressing the applicants potential and competency in the entertainment industry.

applicants should know why he or she wants to attend the academy, be able to discuss past work and training, and ask pertinent questions. the interview process is approximately 30 minutes in duration where the applicant will also present and discuss:

a rsum a portfolio of previous theatre work in the

area of intended interest that includes documented related materials such as photography, programmes, plots, paintings, renderings, sculpture and/or sewing and building projects.

candidates are encouraged to participate in the academys portfolio workshops in preparation for the interview on dates posted on the academys website.

potential Careers - theatre design and Production

lighting designers Set designers costume designers Sound designers Projection designers technical directors Performing arts Producers events managers Production managers Stage managers Performing arts technicians Stage hands in-house training Programme developers team leaders / Special assignment /

district leaders/task managers

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Duration of programme Full Time: 3 years part Time: 3 1/3 years


programme Leader Laurice phillips

Computer engineering

Entry Requirements

BASc in Computer Engineering

must have pass in 2 a level or caPe ii inclusive of mathematics, Physics or chemistry and general Paper

or

any diploma from the center for information and communication technology with a minimum cgPa of 2.0 or equivalent

Students matriculating with a utt diploma from the center for information and communication technology can apply for exemptions via challenge exams for selected level 1 courses

programme Brief

the BaSc in computer engineering programme with options in Software engineering and network and telecommunication engineering is designed to produce graduates to function in areas such as software development, hardware design and development, multimedia communications, database management system, network analysis and design, wireless, fiber optics and broadband communications, and network security. they will also have the ability to participate and lead the way in extensive projects and other multidisciplinary fields. the programme covers a wide range of fundamental concepts, principles and techniques in ict but also provides a strong foundation in applied theories, mathematics and practical exercises. it is this interdisciplinary combination of basic knowledge, engineering fundamentals, engineering design and applications that gives this programme focus, strength and relevance in a competitive and tightening employment market.

the aim of these programmes are to produce engineers in information and communication technology who are employable in the local industries and are interested in doing research at the m.Sc. and Phd levels to meet the technological and development interests of trinidad and tobago and indeed the caribbean region and international arena. this will be achieved by the delivery of curricula with interdisciplinary and technological focal points that are current with modern trends. the programmes will also strive to foster in the prospective graduates the groundwork of adaptability, versatility and innovative spirit that will create innovative entrepreneurs and professional engineers. these aims will be achieved through the use of well-equipped laboratories prepared with up-to-date resources.

the general goals are to: attract and recruit students of good academic ability and potential from all social groups within the national and international community, provide students with the ability to apply a broad and specialised set of ict skills to the solution of ict problems, provide students with an interdisciplinary orientation combined with specialist learning in ict and delivered with professionalism and

innovation, produce ict graduates with leadership potential to play a professional and ethical role in industry and the engineering professions and to

make a significant contribution to design and research, service the expanding employment market needs for ict professionals.

potential Careers

it is expected that the main areas for employment will be:

Software engineer/developer hardware designer Software and hardware tester network designers/analysts computer and network Security Specialist Wireless, Fiber and Broadband

communications engineers/Specialists database designer and developer Systems/Programme analyst Project managers in ict Project / team leader in ict information technology officer education and research in ict

the graduates will be expected to take leadership roles in these industries and in the engineering profession, as well as the Finance, health, oil and gas Sectors, and to make significant contribution to design and research in the specific areas. Such leadership roles include apprentice level engineers, supervisory management, information technology officers

i chose utt because the curriculum is so diverse and informative with the added bonus of gaining valuable work experience in your field. my experience at utt is a great one as i have acquired so much knowledge from day one.

melissa ThorpeB.a.Sc. computer engineeringYEAR OF COmpLETION: 2013

biomedical engineering UTT programme Code B1080Duration of programme Full Time: 3 years


programme Leader Dr. Natasha Ramroopsingh

Entry Requirements two (2) caPe (units 1 and 2) or two (2) gce

a-levels subjects from either mathematics, Biology, chemistry or Physics, plus general Paper or caribbean Studies and communication Studies with a minimum grade ii in cXc (cSec) general Proficiency/gce o-level mathematics, or

relevant nec technicians diploma or relevant netd/hnc/hnd technicians

diploma or First year B.Sc. natural Science or

engineering degree additionally, mature students can be directed to participate in foundation courses that provide additional background in a specific area of deficiency, in order to provide the student with the time and experience to build the required academic base

programme Brief

Biomedical engineering is the application of engineering principles to solve medical problems. it is an emerging field that has provided and will continue to provide tremendous positive impact on human health and quality of life as it pushes the frontiers of medicine. this engineering field continues to advance the practice of medicine through diverse innovations. its core discipline areas are:BioinstrumentationBiomaterialsBiomechanicscell, tissue and genetic engineeringclinical engineeringmedical imagingorthopaedic Bioengineeringrehabilitation engineering Systems Physiology



potential Careers

the following are possible career opportunities for Biomedical engineering graduates:

healthcare manager hospital Biomedical engineer Product development engineer Biological Scientist material Scientist lecturer medical informant technical/medical Writer Biomedical Scientist Sales representative technician Supervisors/managers Biomedical equipment Planner Pharmaceutical engineer imaging Service engineer Forensic analyser medical devices design manufacturing research and development Pharmaceutical Process engineer healthcare Sales representative healthcare Purchasing Pathologist

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Duration of programme Full Time: 3 years part Time: 4 years


programme Leader ms. Elizabeth French

Civil engineering Systems

programme Brief

civil engineers have historically been responsible for the planning, design, construction, maintenance and management of the physical environment around us. Few professions embrace such a diverse range of activities, from transport systems, water collection, treatment and distribution systems, to buildings and structures.

now, in the 21st century, we see some important transitions in the practice of civil engineering. our work requires us to deal not just with technical issues and efficient design, but all the more so with the larger social, economic, and environmental aspects of our work. our local civil engineers must be able to work with and within other cultures, further, regional, national, and international issues are important in how major projects are designed, built, and operated, and in assessing how environmental effects transcend political boundaries.

our civil infrastructure (transportation and lifeline systems) is decaying at an increasing rate. additionally, one of the greatest challenges worldwide is protecting the environment and sustaining our future in the face of ever-increasing societal needs and population pressures. our design and construction processes must be implemented in ways that consider the sustainability of a proposed structure in an integrated and timely fashion. there is an increased need to move people and goods and therefore efficient and ecologically friendly transportation systems must be developed and implemented to serve this need.

these factors suggest that the technical curriculum must recognise that a young person coming to the profession needs breadth, balance, and perspective. the university of trinidad and tobago believes the important activities in the 21st century will include sustaining the environment and the natural cycles on which all life depends; an increased contribution by civil engineers towards the generation of wealth through entrepreneurial activities; and providing the necessities for human life and civil societies, including energy, shelter, food, water, and air, and the infrastructure for commerce in more efficient and renewable ways than today.

B.A.SC.- m.ENg. IN CIVIL ENgINEERINg SYSTEmS WITH STRUCTURAL ENgINEERINg

this course offer a broadly based scheme of study covering the major areas of civil engineering (structures, fluids, transportation, geotechnics, materials, communications, environmental design and impact, surveying, mathematics, etc.) with a major focus on design of complex engineering structures. the graduate is trained to create processes, techniques and technologies for the planning, design, construction and operations of environmentally sensitive, economically efficient, performance-based built systems, and managing associated risks from natural and man-made hazards. the graduate will possess effective entrepreneurial skills as well as a personal commitment to professional standards, recognising obligations to society, the profession and the environment.

B.A.SC. - CIVIL ENgINEERINg SYSTEmS WITH ENVIRONmENTAL ENgINEERINg

this course offer a broadly based scheme of study covering the major areas of civil engineering (structures, fluids, transportation, geotechnics, materials, communications, environmental design and impact, surveying, mathematics, etc.) with a major focus on the structural, hydraulic and process design of environmental engineering solutions. these include public health engineering (including water supply, wastewater treatment, waste disposal, recycling, contaminated land and pollution control), hydraulics and hydrology engineering and planning. the course was designed to respond to major needs of our public utilities agencies and downstream energy industry to address issues of water scarcity, contaminated sites, minimising environmental impact and improving the environment. the graduate will possess effective entrepreneurial skills as well as a personal commitment to professional.

B.A.SC.- CIVIL ENgINEERINg SYSTEmS WITH CONSTRUCTION ENgINEERINg AND mANAgEmENT

this course offers a broadly based scheme of study covering the major areas of civil engineering (structures, fluids, transportation, geotechnics, materials, communications, environmental design and impact, surveying, mathematics, etc.) with a major focus on managing construction processes. the course aims to equip graduates with the skill to provide technical and commercial management in the construction industry; appropriate theoretical and practical methods to design, develop, construct, commission, operate and maintain civil engineering products, processes, systems and services. the graduate will possess effective entrepreneurial skills as well as a personal commitment to professional standards, recognising obligations to society, the profession and the environment.

utt intends to meet the challenges of the 21st century through our offerings in the following areas of civil engineering Systems:

Entry Requirements

the admission requirements are in accordance with the universitys regulations for admission to undergraduate B.a.Sc-m.eng. Programmes:

caribbean advanced Proficiency examinations (caPe) levels 1 and 2 or gce a-levels in the following subjects: mathematics and either Physics or chemistry, caribbean studies, communication Studies or general Ppaper

or

relevant nec technicians diploma;or

relevant netd/hnc/hnd technicians diploma


an applicant who does not satisfy all the stipulated minimum academic or technical qualifications for admission to the programme may be accepted as a mature Student. he/she would need to possess the critical elements of the stipulated qualification and would be assessed by the utt Programme co-ordinator (s) as possessing a combination of qualifications and educational or experiential maturity to enable him/her to successfully participate in the Programme.

potential Careers

graduates can gain employment in the following areas and in the following positions:

BASc-mEng Civil Engineering Systems with Structural Engineering

civil engineering construction Firms civil engineering consultancy engineers transport consultants and road design

engineers geotechnical consulting Firms Project execution units with all ministries

BASc-Civil Engineering Systems with Environmental Engineering

civil engineering construction Firms civil engineering consultancy engineers environmental engineering design

engineers environmental consulting Firms environmental managing agencies Water and Wastewater treatment Facilities

BASc-Civil Engineering Systems with Construction management

civil engineering construction Firms civil engineering consultancy engineers transport consultants and road design

engineers geotechnical consulting Firms Project execution units with all ministries

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programme Contact prof. prakash persad

Manufacturing and design engineering

Entry Requirements caribbean advanced Proficiency

examinations (caPe) levels 1 and 2 or gce a-levels in the following subjects: mathematics and either Physics or chemistry, caribbean Studies, communication Studies or general Paper.

or

relevant nec technicians diploma;or

relevant netd/hnc/hnd technicians diploma.

programme Brief

manufacturing and design engineers have to deal with various aspects of processes to produce a variety of products requiring innovation in product development, use of sophisticated machines computer controlled and use of robots, computer aided modeling, lean manufacturing systems, sustainability and economic feasibility, entrepreneurship and marketability. the students will therefore be required to develop skills on a variety of industrial processes.

the aims of the BaSc. and the meng. in manufacturing and design engineering programme are to: provide industry with the manpower knowledge and skills in the areas of:

a. manufacturing Processes and materialsb. Product design and development c. Production, management and control, of man-made products

feed the m.Sc. programme in industrial innovation, entrepreneurship and management (iiem) and for research in the areas of manufacturing, design and materials.

the programme includes a range of application areas, such as: materials, and manufacturing, operations management, Sustainability, mechatronics, design and innovation so that students are trained in decision-making, logistics, and production management.



OpTION 1: As per validation document and 2010 Student prospectus

potential Careers entrepreneurs Plant managers operations managers Product design and development Production Planning Plant layout and resource management manufacturing engineer

OpTION 2: Restructured version, as per validation document and 2010 Student prospectus

potential Careers

graduates of this programme will be able to work in small, medium and large organisations in the area of mechanical design and manufacturing, Production Planning, Product design and development and Plant layout and resource management.

they can gain employments in the position of:

entrepreneurs Plant managers operations managers manufacturing engineer





programme Contact Dr. Denver Chadee

Utilities engineering

programme Brief

the programme aims are to produce employable graduate engineers in utilities engineering who are among the best in the world. this will be attained by the delivery of an interdisciplinary and technologically up-to-date curriculum, using well-equipped laboratories and enhanced research facilities, which encompass traditional utility engineering and the emerging green and renewable energy generation, distribution and utilisation. the programmes will also strive to foster in the prospective graduates the foundation of adaptability, versatility and innovative spirit which they will need in new and challenging careers as professional engineers. the general goals are to: attract and recruit students of good academic ability and potential from all social groups within the national and international community, provide students with the ability to apply a broad and specialised science and engineering knowledge to the solution of everyday

engineering problems, provide students with an interdisciplinary engineering education with sufficient breadth and depth across the utility engineering

discipline combined with specialist learning and delivered with professionalism and innovation. research and scholarly teaching are the other integrating features of this approach,

produce engineering graduates with leadership potential to play a professional and ethical role in industry and the engineering profession and to make a significant contribution to design and research,

service the expanding employment market needs for maintenance operations engineers.

the B.a.S.c and m.eng programmes focus on utilities and large-scale networks including the electric power, water and transportation utilities. as such, the programme has two distinct options that the student can follow: an electrical and a mechanical option. the electrical option encompasses classical and renewable energy generation, transmission, distribution and utilisation, power electronics, energy efficiency, electromechanical and drive systems, robotics, control and automation and renewable green energy utilisation. While the mechanical option includes thermodynamics, system dynamics, system design, heat and mass transfer, energy conversion, computer aided engineering, fluid dynamics, water engineering, fuel cells and project management. graduates from both options will have key specialist skills in the operation and design fields as well as management of conventional, renewable and sustainable green energy generation, interfacing and utilisation.

From year 2 the BaSc in utilities engineering has two options which students can take: 1. electrical 2. mechanical

From year 4 the m.eng students will have a choice between three separate options: 1. electric utilities2. mechanical utilities3. Scada and automation

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Entry Requirements

the admission requirements are in accordance with the universitys regulations for admission to undergraduate B.a.Sc. programmes and require the following:

caribbean advanced Proficiency examinations (caPe) levels 1 and 2 or gce a-levels in the following subjects: mathematics and either physics or chemistry, caribbean studies, communication studies or general paper

or relevant nec technicians diploma; or relevant netd/hnc/hnd technicians

diploma


an applicant who does not satisfy all the stipulated minimum academic or technical qualifications for admission to a programme may be accepted as a mature Student. he/she would need to possess the critical elements of the stipulated qualification and would be assessed by the utt Programme Professor as possessing a combination of qualifications and educational or experiential maturity to enable him/her to successfully participate in the programme.

potential Careers

the programmes prepare graduating students for full employment in the following areas:

Process industries electric utilities transportation Processing and manufacturing Water and sanitation industries mining and Smelting automotive and drive-by-Wire emerging

industries electric drives, light rail Systems and

transportation utilities renewable and green energy industry,

microgrid, co-generation and efficient utilisation

education and researchthe graduates will be expected to take leadership roles in these industries and in the engineering profession and to make a significant contribution to design and research in the specific areas.




programme Leader Dr. Nazim mohammed

Process engineering

Entry Requirements

the admission requirements are in accordance with the universitys regulations for admission to undergraduate B.a.Sc. programmes and require one of the following:

caribbean advanced Proficiency examinations (caPe) levels 1 and 2 or gce a-levels in the following subjects: mathematics and chemistry with at least a grade iii or c in each subject.

relevant netd technicians diploma with a minimum gPa of 2.7

programme Brief

the graduate Process engineer will be equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to undertake research in the field. in addition, the engineer will be able to appreciate and work effectively in the emerging and rapidly evolving technologies, such as materials for artificial hearts, biodegradable polymers, reducing carbon dioxide emissions, carbon dioxide sequestration or finding alternative uses for carbon dioxide, obtaining medicines from biological organisms etc. Process engineers are key players in meeting the demand from consumers for more sophisticated products at affordable prices. they are key players in developing green processes and in performing environmental clean-up operations. they are key players in achieving sustainable development.

the programme is designed to equip the engineering graduates with the knowledge, as well as the intellectual, practical and transferable soft skills and abilities required for success as a professional engineer.


an applicant who does not satisfy all the stipulated minimum academic or technical qualifications for admission to a programme may be accepted as a mature Student. he/she would need to possess the critical elements of the stipulated qualification and would be assessed by the utt Programme Professor as possessing a combination of qualifications and educational or experiential maturity to enable him/her to successfully participate in the Programme.

potential Careers

trinidad and tobago has a well-developed Process industry Sector comprising:

petroleum Industry - oil and gas Production; Petroleum refining; Petrochemicals ammonia/urea, methanol

metals production - direct reduction iron and Steel manufacture; aluminium manufacture in hand

minerals Industry - cement manufacture; glass Bottle production; clay and concrete Products

Food and Beverage production - rum and Beer; Soft drinks; Packaging; Jams/Sauces etc.

chlor alkali chlorine/bleach/cleaning products

Personal care Products Water and Sanitation industries the programmes prepare graduating students for full employment in the above areas. the graduates will be expected to take leadership roles in these industries and in the engineering profession and to make a significant contribution to design and research in the specific areas.

Bachelor of applied Science programme

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programme Contact Dr. Tennyson Jagai

Petroleum engineering

Entry Requirements 2 a level passes or caPe i and ii (maths

plus Physics or chemistry), and general Paper or communications Studies and caribbean Studies, PluS o chemistry and o Physics

graduates from a 2-year engineering diploma programme with a minimum gPa of 3.0 will be considered with some credit being given for diploma courses which are substantially equivalent to the B.a.Sc. courses. this is done on a case by case basis, but should generally result in a requirement of about three additional years of study to earn the B.a.Sc. degree after the engineering diploma.

programme Brief

the Bachelor of applied Science (B.a.Sc.) and master in engineering (m.eng) programme in Petroleum engineering was developed to strategically fill the demand for engineering graduates in trinidads growing oil and gas industry and improve the local knowledge and skills base for the current and future hydrocarbon industry.

the B.a.Sc. and m.eng programmes in Petroleum engineering prepare undergraduates for a career in the energy industry or to enter and continue the practice of engineering at a professional level. in addition, qualified graduates may pursue graduate study in petroleum engineering and related fields.

the programme aims: to produce students who are employable, and understand the fundamental principles of petroleum engineering so that they can

successfully pursue careers within oil and gas production to train an individual to be a petroleum engineer who is competent in reservoir evaluation, reservoir engineering and management,

drilling and completions, and production engineering to develop the graduates ability to analyse open-ended problems and design solutions for petroleum engineering and related

disciplines. this includes evaluation of associated uncertainties and risks and evaluation of societal impact to promote effective oral and written technical communication skills and team building skills to prepare graduates with engineering fundamentals to work effectively in industry to work with industry and government representatives to identify the most important problems now facing the upstream petroleum

industry and those that arise in the future.


an applicant who does not satisfy all the stipulated minimum academic or technical qualifications for admission to a programme may be accepted as a mature Student. he/She would need to possess the critical elements of the stipulated qualification and would be assessed by the utt Programme head as possessing a combination

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