AFRICAN STUDIES

Course Description

This course provides an in-depth socio-economic and political understanding of the African continent. This course helps students to understand the issues and dynamics shaping politics in Africa from a regional point of view and to explore the diversity of historical experiences, political systems, economic as well as socio-cultural structures of the region. The effect of the colonial period upon socio-cultural development is examined through a variety of literature and field notes. Central themes to be addressed are: the emergence of colonialism in Africa, the process of state formation, multi-party system, elections, and political parties as well as governance.

AFRICAN STUDIES

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Course outcomes

1. 01 Review the socio-economic and political understanding of the African continent
2. 02 Examine the working relations of states in Africa
3. 03 Identify and explain dynamics shaping politics in Africa
4. 04 Discuss historical and political experiences of the region

Course Syllabus

Reference Books & Course Materials

1. 01 1. Taylor, I., (2018). African Politics: A Very Short Introduction
2. 02 2. Diop, C. A., & Salemson, H. (2012). Precolonial Black Africa. Chicago Review Press.
3. 03 3. Tordoff, W. (2002). Government and politics in Africa. Indiana University Press.
4. 04 4. Ikhane, P. A. (2021). The Origins of Ethnic Conflicts in Africa: Politics and Violence in Darfur, Oromia, and the Tana Delta: written by Tsega Etefa, Switzerland: Palgrave Macmillan

Learning Outcomes

1. L01 Review the socio-economic and political understanding of the African continent
2. L02 Examine the working relations of states in Africa
3. L03 Identify and explain dynamics shaping politics in Africa
4. L04 Discuss historical and political experiences of the region

Program Outcomes

1. P01 Knowledge of mathematics, natural sciences, basic engineering, computer-based computation, and topics specific to the relevant engineering discipline.
2. P02 Ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, natural sciences, basic engineering, computer-based computation, and topics specific to the relevant engineering discipline to the solution of complex engineering problems.
3. P03 Ability to define complex engineering problems by using knowledge of basic sciences, mathematics, and engineering, while considering the relevant United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) related to the problem addressed.
4. P04 Ability to formulate complex engineering problems using knowledge of basic sciences, mathematics, and engineering, while considering the relevant United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) associated with the problem addressed.
5. P05 Ability to analyse and solve complex engineering problems using knowledge of basic sciences, mathematics, and engineering, while considering the relevant United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) associated with the problem addressed.
6. P06 Ability to design creative solutions to complex engineering problems.
7. P07 Ability to design complex systems, processes, devices, or products in a way that meets present and future needs while considering realistic constraints and conditions.
8. P08 Ability to select and use appropriate techniques and resources—including estimation and modelling—for the analysis and solution of complex engineering problems, while being aware of their limitations.
9. P09 Ability to select and use modern engineering and computational tools—including estimation and modelling—for the analysis and solution of complex engineering problems, while being aware of their limitations.
10. P10 Ability to conduct literature research and use appropriate research methods for the investigation of complex engineering problems.
11. P11 Ability to design experiments for the investigation of complex engineering problems.
12. P12 Ability to conduct experiments, collect data, analyse results, and interpret findings for the investigation of complex engineering problems.
13. P13 Knowledge of the impacts of engineering practices on society, health and safety, the economy, sustainability, and the environment within the framework of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
14. P14 Awareness of the legal implications of engineering solutions within the framework of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
15. P15 Knowledge of ethical responsibility and adherence to the principles of professional engineering conduct.
16. P16 Awareness of acting impartially without discrimination in any matter and of being inclusive of diversity.
17. P17 Ability to work effectively as an individual.
18. P18 Ability to work effectively as a team member or leader in intra-disciplinary teams (face-to-face, remote, or hybrid).
19. P19 Ability to work effectively as a team member or leader in multidisciplinary teams (face-to-face, remote, or hybrid).
20. P20 Ability to communicate effectively in spoken form on technical matters, taking into account the diverse characteristics of the target audience (such as education, language, and profession).
21. P21 Ability to communicate effectively in written form on technical matters, taking into account the diverse characteristics of the target audience (such as education, language, and profession).
22. P22 Knowledge of professional practices such as project management and economic feasibility analysis.
23. P23 Awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation.
24. P24 Ability for independent and lifelong learning.
25. P25 Ability to adapt to new and emerging technologies.
26. P26 Lifelong learning ability that includes the capacity to think critically about technological changes.

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