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AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING

"Engineering Excellence on Wheels"

The Automotive Engineering Department at ADUSTECH is dedicated to training engineers who will design, develop, manufacture, and maintain modern vehicles and transportation systems. We focus on sustainable mobility, vehicle dynamics, and cutting-edge automotive technologies.

Programs Offered

B.Eng. Automotive Engineering (5-year program)
M.Eng. Automotive Engineering
PhD in Automotive Engineering

Establishment

Established in 2017
Accredited by COREN and NUC
Over 17 years of academic excellence

Student Population

350+ Undergraduate Students
40+ Postgraduate Students
12:1 Student to Faculty Ratio

About Our Department

Established in 2017, we are committed to pioneering automotive engineering research and training the next generation of vehicle design and transportation innovators in Nigeria.

The Automotive Engineering Department at ADUSTECH provides comprehensive education in vehicle design, powertrain systems, vehicle dynamics, and automotive electronics. We emphasize hands-on learning through well-equipped laboratories and industry collaborations.

Automotive Engineering Workshop
5+ Years of Excellence

Vehicle Design

Aerodynamics, ergonomics, and aesthetic design of vehicles.

Powertrain Systems

Internal combustion engines, electric propulsion, and hybrid systems.

Vehicle Dynamics

Suspension systems, steering, braking, and handling characteristics.

Automotive Electronics

Embedded systems, sensors, and vehicle networking.

Professional Affiliations

Connecting our students to national and global automotive standards

COREN

Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria

Regulatory Body

NAEN

Nigerian Association of Engineering Neighbors

Professional Body

NSE

The Nigerian Society of Engineers

Parent Body

SAE International

Society of Automotive Engineers

International Body

Academic Programs

5-Year Bachelor of Engineering Program - Course Structure

MTH 101

Elementary Mathematics I

Algebra, trigonometry, and basic calculus for engineering applications.

3 Units Core
PHY 101

General Physics I

Mechanics, properties of matter, and thermodynamics fundamentals.

3 Units Core
CHM 101

General Chemistry I

Atomic structure, chemical bonding, and stoichiometry principles.

3 Units Core
AUE 101

Introduction to Automotive Engineering

Overview of automotive systems and vehicle technologies.

2 Units Core
AUE 201

Engineering Drawing & CAD

Technical drawing, orthographic projections, and CAD for automotive design.

3 Units Core
AUE 203

Engineering Mechanics

Statics, dynamics, and equilibrium principles for vehicle systems.

3 Units Core
AUE 205

Materials Science for Automotive

Properties and applications of automotive materials.

3 Units Core
MTH 203

Engineering Mathematics III

Differential equations and advanced calculus for engineers.

3 Units Core
AUE 301

Internal Combustion Engines

Design, operation, and performance of internal combustion engines.

3 Units Core
AUE 303

Vehicle Dynamics

Suspension systems, steering, braking, and vehicle handling.

3 Units Core
AUE 305

Automotive Electrical Systems

Vehicle electrical systems, batteries, and starting systems.

3 Units Core
AUE 307

Automotive Manufacturing

Production processes and manufacturing techniques for vehicles.

3 Units Core
AUE 401

Automotive Electronics

Embedded systems, sensors, and electronic control units in vehicles.

3 Units Core
AUE 403

Alternative Power Systems

Electric vehicles, hybrid systems, and alternative fuels.

3 Units Core
AUE 405

Vehicle Design & Aerodynamics

Vehicle body design, aerodynamics, and styling principles.

3 Units Core
AUE 407

Automotive Safety Systems

Crashworthiness, occupant protection, and active safety systems.

3 Units Core
AUE 501

Project Management

Project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management.

2 Units Core
AUE 503

Professional Practice

Engineering ethics, professional responsibility, and legal aspects.

2 Units Core
AUE 599

Final Year Project

Independent research project with design and implementation.

6 Units Core
AUE 505

Industrial Training

Six-month industrial attachment in automotive companies.

4 Units Core

Department Executives

Student Leadership for 2024/2025 Academic Session

Department President

AHMED TANKO

Department President

400 Level Automotive Engineering
Phone: 0812 345 6891

Department Vice President

FATIMA SULEIMAN

Vice President

400 Level Automotive Engineering
Phone: 0812 345 6892

Department Secretary

CHUKWUEMEKA NWOSU

General Secretary

300 Level Automotive Engineering
Phone: 0812 345 6893

Department Treasurer

AMINA USMAN

Treasurer

300 Level Automotive Engineering
Phone: 0812 345 6894

Level Coordinators

Student Representatives for Each Academic Level

100 Level Coordinator

MUSA ABDULLAHI

First Year Representative

Phone: 0812 345 6901

200 Level Coordinator

GRACE CHUKWU

Second Year Representative

Phone: 0812 345 6902

300 Level Coordinator

IBRAHIM MOHAMMED

Third Year Representative

Phone: 0812 345 6903

400 Level Coordinator

SARAH JAMES

Fourth Year Representative

Phone: 0812 345 6904

500 Level Coordinator

YUSUF ALIYU

Final Year Representative

Phone: 0812 345 6905

Our Faculty Members

Experienced academics and industry professionals

Professor Sani Mohammed

Prof. Sani Mohammed

Head of Department

PhD in Automotive Engineering (University of Michigan)
M.Sc. Vehicle Dynamics

Vehicle Dynamics Powertrain Automotive Design
Dr. Chinwe Okeke

Dr. Chinwe Okeke

Associate Professor

PhD in Mechanical Engineering (MIT)
M.Eng. Automotive Systems

Electric Vehicles Battery Systems Hybrid Technology
Dr. Musa Ibrahim

Dr. Musa Ibrahim

Senior Lecturer

PhD in Automotive Electronics (University of Tokyo)
M.Sc. Embedded Systems

Automotive Electronics ECU Design Vehicle Networking
Dr. Amina Yusuf

Dr. Amina Yusuf

Lecturer I

PhD in Materials Science (Imperial College)
M.Eng. Automotive Materials

Composite Materials Lightweight Design Material Testing

Notable Alumni

Our graduates making impacts in automotive industries

Alumni Success Story

ENG. KABIRU DANJUMA

Class of 2012

Senior Automotive Engineer

Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing, Nnewi

Alumni Success Story

ENG. AMINA LAWAL

Class of 2014

Vehicle Design Engineer

Toyota Motors, Japan

Alumni Success Story

DR. CHIDI NWANKWO

Class of 2010

Research Scientist - EVs

Tesla Motors, USA

Alumni Success Story

ENG. FATIMA BELLO

Class of 2017

Quality Control Manager

Peugeot Automobile Nigeria, Kaduna

Laboratories & Facilities

State-of-the-art facilities for practical automotive training

Engine Testing Laboratory

Engine Testing Laboratory

Engine dynamometers, Emission analyzers, Fuel injection testers

Equipped for testing and analysis of internal combustion engine performance and emissions.

Vehicle Dynamics Laboratory

Vehicle Dynamics Laboratory

Suspension test rigs, Steering testers, Brake dynamometers

Modern equipment for analyzing vehicle handling, ride comfort, and braking performance.

Automotive CAD Studio

Automotive CAD Studio

40 High-end Workstations, CATIA, SolidWorks, ANSYS

Software suite for vehicle design, modeling, simulation, and finite element analysis.

Electric Vehicle Laboratory

Electric Vehicle Laboratory

EV powertrain testers, Battery cyclers, Motor test benches

Equipment for electric vehicle component testing and system integration.

Department Statistics

15+ Faculty Members
350+ Undergraduate Students
40+ Postgraduate Students
8 Laboratories
94% Graduate Employment Rate
45+ Research Publications

Student Projects Gallery

Innovative projects by our automotive engineering students

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Official Inquiry Form

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