28 August - 28 August, 2026
August 28 at 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM CAT
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Engineering Tech Talk Series
Engineering Tech Talk is an industry-led seminar series delivered by local engineering professionals, showcasing real-world knowledge and experience from professionals working within the region.
The series is designed to support local engineering communities by encouraging knowledge sharing and connection between professionals, students, and industry stakeholders. With hundreds of EIT students studying while working across the region’s engineering and industrial sectors, the series reflects EIT’s long-standing commitment to developing and celebrating industry-ready engineering professionals.
Following the success of Parts 1 and 2, this third installment in the Maintenance Excellence series continues the discussion on improving maintenance performance and asset reliability. Building on earlier sessions that explored maintenance strategies and the integration of Preventive Maintenance (PM) and Predictive Maintenance (PdM), this session focuses on Root Cause Analysis (RCA) methodologies used to identify and eliminate the underlying causes of equipment, process, and operational failures.
Maintenance Excellence Series Journey
- Part 1: Maintenance Strategies for Improved Reliability
- Part 2: Integrating Preventive Maintenance (PM) and Predictive Maintenance (PdM)
- Part 3: Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for Sustainable Reliability Improvement
- TBC
Event Details:
- Date: Friday, 28 August 2026
- Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
- Location: Botswana Digital & Innovation Hub, Science and Technology Park, Botswana, Gaborone
- Cost: Free
Attend this EIT Botswana event to receive access to an exclusive 15% tuition fee bursary for eligible EIT courses commencing on or before 31 August 2026. Terms and conditions apply.
Seminar Details
This session will introduce attendees to Root Cause Analysis (RCA) methodologies commonly used within engineering, maintenance, and industrial environments. Participants can expect to gain a clearer understanding of structured problem-solving techniques, incident investigation methods, and widely used RCA tools that support the identification of underlying operational issues.
The seminar will also explore effective corrective action planning to help prevent recurring failures, improve reliability and safety, and enhance overall operational performance. Through real-world maintenance and operational case studies, attendees will gain practical insights into applying RCA principles within their own workplace environments.
About the Presenter:
Darwin Borja – Technical Director and Senior Systems Integrator
With over 18 years of experience delivering automation, control, and industrial systems across water, manufacturing, and infrastructure sectors. Darwin specialises in PLC/SCADA systems, instrumentation, telemetry, and end-to-end project delivery, from concept and design through to commissioning and handover.
Darwin has led multidisciplinary teams on complex automation projects, providing technical leadership, system architecture, and hands-on integration while ensuring quality, safety, and operational reliability. Known for his structured approach and clear communication, he bridges engineering, operations, and stakeholders to deliver practical, scalable solutions. His experience spans both consulting and owner-side roles, supporting organisations with system optimisation, digitalisation, and continuous improvement.
Who is EIT?
The Engineering Institute of Technology (EIT) provides practical education and training in engineering and technology, designed to equip students with job-ready skills aligned to industry needs across a range of professional development courses and Australian-accredited qualifications. Its lecturers, drawn from around the world, bring considerable industry experience and a passion for teaching.
EIT’s programs are delivered through a live and interactive learning environment, with access to remote and virtual laboratories to support hands-on learning. Courses are available both online and on campus in Australia, using a blended approach to ensure flexibility and real-world application.
If you have any questions, please contact Precious at precious.maoko@eit.edu.au.
We look forward to seeing you there.