Establishment, Vision, Mission and Objectives
The Control and Systems Department was established in 1975, the same year in which the University of Technology was established. It is the first of its kind in the Middle East. The department was established in response to the leap of quality that the country is currently experiencing in the introduction of advanced technology and methods used for automatic control in industry, mainly, and all other areas in general. The department deals mainly with the study of various engineering systems (electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and rheumatic) in order to control and thus improve the accuracy and quality of performance by using the appropriate automatic control devices. The department is also concerned in the study of the uses of electronic computers and control devices in the operations of heavy industry and for the same purpose above. The industry of oil refining and distribution, power generation, and the manufacture of iron and steel and other heavy industries all depend, one way or another, on advanced control devices. The same is true in light industries such as food, bottling, and paper industry … etc.
The department is currently preparing specialized staffs in the areas of control engineering, computers and their applications at the level of undergraduate study; preliminary and technical.
Vision
To have a department characterised by creativity and leadership in the field of control and systems engineering.
Mission
Preparing specialized engineering staff capable of serving the community efficiently and contributing to technological development, and seeking international accreditation.
Objectives
1. Providing students with the foundations of knowledge in the disciplines of control and systems engineering.
2. Developing the analytical, creative and professional capabilities of students.
3. Preparing qualified engineers to accommodate the responsibilities to be faced in the workplace.
4. Extending the practical experience and in-field training for students.
5. Improving communication, presentation and teamwork skills.
6. Motivating the faculty and students towards scientific research for serving the community.
7. Keeping pace with the scientific development in the world by continuously updating the study plan and to serve to achieve quality and then international accreditation.
8. Acquiring feedback from the students and alumni in order to achieve the objectives of the department.
9. Developing and expanding postgraduate programs in the specialities of the department to meet the needs of the community and industry.