How To Become A Mechanical Engineer In Ghana

Mechanical engineers design power-producing machines, such as electric generators, internal combustion engines, and steam and gas turbines, as well as power-using machines, such as refrigeration and air-conditioning systems. Mechanical engineers design other machines inside buildings, such as elevators and escalators.

Below is How To Become A Mechanical Engineer In Ghana

What do I need to do to become a mechanical engineer?

You will need to be technically minded, good at maths and science, and like solving problems.

You will usually need a foundation degree, HNC/HND, or degree in an engineering subject.

Related skills

Communication

Financial planning

IT

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Academic route

Five GCSEs (grades A-C)

Two or three A levels, often including maths and physics

Desirable qualifications

Foundation degree

HNC/HND

A degree in an engineering subject.

Where can I study mechanical engineering in Ghana?

KAAF University, Accra.

Ho Technical University, Ho.

University for Development Studies, Tamale.

Alpha College of Technology, Accra.

Ashesi University, Accra.

Takoradi Technical University, Takoradi.

Koforidua Technical University, Koforidua

University of Energy and Natural Resources, Sunyani

University of Mines and Technology, Tarkwa

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi

Are Mechanical Engineers in demand in Ghana?

According to Accra Technical University, the demand for mechanical engineering courses in Ghana is on the rise since there has been an increase in the number of industries in the country. This calls for more skilled labor in this line.

There are different areas where a mechanical engineer could work.