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Student Perceptions of General Education Courses at the Faculty of Engineering and Technology, University of Botswana

Student Perceptions of General Education Courses at the Faculty of Engineering and Technology, University of Botswana
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Author(s): Richie Moalosi (University of Botswana, Botswana), Jacek Uziak (University of Botswana, Botswana)and Yaone Rapitsenyane (University of Botswana, Botswana)
Copyright: 2021
Volume: 8
Issue: 1
Pages: 19
Source title: International Journal of Quality Control and Standards in Science and Engineering (IJQCSSE)
Editor(s)-in-Chief: Seifedine Kadry (Beirut Arab University, Lebanon)
DOI: 10.4018/IJQCSSE.286159

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Abstract

To adequately prepare graduates for the ever-changing and complex work environment, students should be equipped with technical and professional skills. This can be achieved by a curriculum that incorporates general education courses (GEC) that teach diverse essential skills that every graduate must possess (e.g., academic and professional competencies, ethics, global learning, and active citizenship). Such courses will produce a well-rounded learning experience and well-versed graduate. A descriptive cross-sectional survey was conducted with undergraduate engineering and industrial design students at the University of Botswana. The study assessed the students' current perceptions of the GEC. The results show that the skills outlined in the learning and teaching policy of the University of Botswana are poorly attained. Furthermore, the skills outlined in the policy are not aligned with the skills that will be needed by graduates in the 4th Industrial Revolution. The GEC curriculum at the University of Botswana needs to be reviewed.

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