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2014
2014 In 2014 the North-West University designed and built a brand new solar car, Sirius X25, to take part in the Sasol Solar Challenge in South Africa. The NWU solar team managed to set a national record for the furthest distance travelled on a single day by a South African team, namely 416km. The team also improved on all their…http://engineering.nwu.ac.za/solar-car/2016
2016
2016 The 2016 Sasol Solar Challenge got off to a rocky start for the North-West University. After a freak accident during the time trials, the team managed to fix their solar car just in time for the start of the race on the 24th of September. Not only did the NWU surprise everyone by finishing in fourth place on the 1st of October, but was…http://engineering.nwu.ac.za/faculty-management/faculty-management
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World Solar Challenge
The NWU Solar Car Team and our futuristic mobile, the Sirius X25 has made history by becoming the first African team to ever cross the finish line of the World Solar Challenge. We completed the 3000km gruelling journey through the outback of Australia in 47hr22min, with an average speed…http://engineering.nwu.ac.za/solar-car/previous-sponsors
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Die Chemiese en Myn Industrieë is twee van die grootste Bruto Binnelandse Produk (BBP) bydraers in Suid-Afrika. 'n Beroep in die rigting verseker uitstekende beroepsgeleenthede en sekuriteit. Boodskap van die Skooldirekteur Die Skool vir Chemiese en Mineraalingenieurswese op die Potchefstroomkampus van die Noordwes-…http://engineering.nwu.ac.za/chemical-engineering
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Chemical engineers play a crucial role in tackling and resolving various global challenges, encompassing issues like climate change, energy scarcity, and environmental and water-related issues. Within the realm of Chemical Engineering, professionals engage in the development, design, and supervision of industrial processes that…http://engineering.nwu.ac.za/chemical-and-minerals-engineering/minerals-processing
Minerals Processing
Minerals Processing is a specialist field in Chemical Engineering and deals with the physical and chemical processes used especially to extract metals from ores. The chemical industry is one of the greatest gross domestic product contributors in South Africa. Chemical engineering is one of the top 10 scarce skills in South Africa. Your…http://engineering.nwu.ac.za/research/aircraft-development
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The aircraft development group focuses on aerodynamic and structural research that could improve the performance and safety of sailplanes and light aircraft. The technology gained from the research is then directly implemented in new designs which have great commercial value. The group also focuses on new technologies for manufacturing of…http://engineering.nwu.ac.za/industrial-engineering
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Step into the exhilarating world of Industrial Engineering at the NWU, where creativity and innovation unite in a unique educational setting. Our School for Industrial Engineering offers an intimate learning experience with smaller classes, encouraging close interaction with passionate lecturers. As industrial engineers, we…http://engineering.nwu.ac.za/engineering/community-engagement
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The importance of Community Engagement for Engineering Students It is important that engineers develop skills to take responsibility for their judgements, decisions and actions based on a strong value system, and an awareness and understanding of moral, ethical, social, cultural and environmental issues. …http://engineering.nwu.ac.za/research/research
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The Unit for Energy and Technology Systems (UETS) strives to be recognised as a centre of expertise for research in and development of energy and technology systems that are relevant to society, the environment and the country. The Centre of Excellence in Carbon-Based Fuels is to be leaders in developing carbon-based fuels…http://engineering.nwu.ac.za/electrical-electronic-and-computer-engineering/contact-us
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