How EIT Africa Staff Shine Amid Power Outages
Hayden Horner12 April, 2023
EIT staff members from South Africa and Zimbabwe share their experiences of working and coping with load shedding and finding innovative solutions to overcome the challenges. Load shedding is common in many parts of the world where the electricity supply is only sometimes reliable. It refers to the deliberate shutdown...Read More
5 Top Engineering Schools in 2023 Plus Tips to Choose One
Hayden Horner11 April, 2023
With no shortage in demand for engineers worldwide, the best engineering colleges are a hot topic. We’ve sourced the best universities for you to study at, plus tips on choosing the right one for you. Engineering continues to be one of the sought-after jobs in the world. According to the...Read More
EIT Students To Benefit From Cloud-based Lab Platform
Hayden Horner4 April, 2023
In today’s digital age, cloud computing has become a ubiquitous tool for universities and students. And the Engineering Institute of Technology students can expect to reap the rewards. With the increasing demand for cloud services, it has become imperative for students, especially those in the engineering field, to understand cloud...Read More
When Engineers Present Evidence as Expert Witnesses in Court
Hayden Horner, Dr Milind Siddhpura and Dr Arti Siddhpura30 March, 2023
Sometimes, engineers work as consultants to give expert supporting evidence in appropriate circumstances. EIT Course Coordinator and On-Campus Lecturer Dr. Milind Siddhpura shared his experience as an expert witness. Engineers are professionals who innovate and invent to improve the quality of life for individuals and communities. Their ability to use...Read More
Credit Points
Brad Lohoar14 March, 2023
Credit points (CP) serve as a measure of study load and provide guidance on various aspects of a student's academic journey. They serve to indicate the expected workload for a course, with EIT standardising on one credit point to represent approximately 40 hours of coursework, including all forms of teaching...Read More
World Water Day: Engineering with Nature-Based Solutions
Hayden Horner14 March, 2023
The role of engineering in sustainable water management becomes more critical as concerns about the long-term availability of water supplies, utility rates of water, stormwater collection, and wastewater treatment are expected to increase. Water and its long-term availability and the environmental effects of stormwater collection and wastewater treatment have been...Read More
ChatGPT: Is it Brilliance or a Big Bother for Education?
Hayden Horner13 March, 2023
Using ChatGPT for education has pros and cons. While it can enhance learning and teaching, it may have limitations in understanding complex concepts. We explore the advantages and disadvantages of this new technology. Artificial intelligence (AI) has been a buzzword in the tech industry for quite some time now, and...Read More
Remote Labs & Engineering Students: Benefits and Challenges
Hayden Horner9 March, 2023
Remote labs are a key tool for the Engineering Institute of Technology's students. We spoke to an EIT lab coordinator/lecturer about the use of remote labs in engineering education. With the rapid advancement of technology, remote labs have emerged as a promising alternative to traditional in-person labs in engineering education....Read More
Industrial Metaverse: Limitless Prospects for Engineering
Hayden Horner8 March, 2023
The concept of the metaverse has gained increasing attention in recent years. We explore how the industrial metaverse revolutionizes the engineering industry and the learning experience. What is the industrial metaverse? The metaverse concept – a virtual world that spans multiple platforms and devices – has gained traction recently. A...Read More
Tips To Further Your Engineering Education for a Top Job
Hayden Horner15 February, 2023
Recent studies show that returning to school and getting that extra engineering degree helps further your career. But when is the right time, and where do you start? We offer some tips to get you back in the academia saddle. Tips to further your engineering education for a top job...Read More