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Operations Research & Data Analytics
Operations Research & Data Analytics Research group Operations Research (OR) focuses on the creation of mathematical models to represent and solve real-world problems as close to optimal as possible. In this field, we make use of engineering tools like exact and heuristic algorithms (for example the branch-and-bound and genetic algorithms…http://engineering.nwu.ac.za/mechanical-engineering/test-21-feb
Test 21 Feb
Evashni Jansen Potchefstroom North West Fields of expertise: African governance and politics, security studies, religious fundamentalism [accordion collapsed] Name: “Programme in National and International Security” Aim: The Programme brings together experts with diverse specialities in security to foster a…http://engineering.nwu.ac.za/sustainable-engineering/home
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There is an urgent call to action for developed and developing countries to implement a shared blueprint for peace and prosperity for people and the planet, now and into the future. To do this by altering processes & systems to achieve sustainability goals. Engineers, particularly Industrial Engineers, play a key role in leading changes to…http://engineering.nwu.ac.za/sustainable-engineering/course-information
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[accordion collapsed] Programme content 4 modules 20ure Do I qualify for this programme? ADD INFO Structure of the programme ADD INFO What can I do with this qualification? ADD INFO How to apply ADD INFO Documents required to apply for the Postgraduate Diploma ADD INFO Fees ADD INFO Frequently Asked…http://engineering.nwu.ac.za/engineering/engenius-kids
Engenius Kids
Engenius Kids was initially developed to promote a career in engineering to convince learners, who already meet the requirements, join the programme to gain experience on what a career in engineering entails. It was usually attended by learners from schools in town with their own transport and support to join the programme on weekends…http://engineering.nwu.ac.za/engineering/coalstove-project
Coalstove Project
The community-based research initiative led by North-West University (NWU), in partnership with SASOL and the local community of Oranjeville, aimed to evaluate the semi-continuous coal stove (SCCS) as a cleaner, sustainable alternative to traditional stoves in South African low-income households. This campaign sought to assess the SCCS's…http://engineering.nwu.ac.za/nuclear-engineering/history-nuclear-engineering-nwu
History of Nuclear Engineering at the NWU
The DST/NRF SARChI Research Chair in Nuclear Engineering The aim of the DST/NRF SARChI Research Chair was to do world-class research and contribute to the training of highly qualified nuclear engineers, scientists and technologists to serve the needs of South Africa. The main emphasis was on the new generation of light water reactors and high…http://engineering.nwu.ac.za/industrial-engineering/course-information