The Institution of Engineering and Technology, Ghana (IET-Gh) has undertaken a successful institutional visit to the Faculty of Built and Natural Environment (FBNE) of Kumasi Technical University (KsTU), aimed at deepening collaboration between the professional body and the university’s built environment programmes.
Held on Tuesday, 30th June 2026 at the Long Room of the FBNE Block, the engagement brought together faculty members, students, and officials of Institution of Engineering and Technology, Ghana to discuss professional development opportunities, membership pathways, and the future of engineering practice in Ghana.
The Institution of Engineering and Technology, Ghana (IET-Gh) has undertaken a successful institutional visit to the Faculty of Built and Natural Environment (FBNE) of Kumasi Technical University (KsTU), aimed at deepening collaboration between the professional body and the university’s built environment programmes.
Held on Tuesday, 30th June 2026 at the Long Room of the FBNE Block, the engagement brought together faculty members, students, and officials of Institution of Engineering and Technology, Ghana to discuss professional development opportunities, membership pathways, and the future of engineering practice in Ghana.
The visit also provided a platform to strengthen industry–academia linkages between Kumasi Technical University and IET-Gh, with a focus on enhancing practical training and preparing students for professional certification and industry readiness.
High-Level Representation From KsTU
The Campus Principal, Rev. Engr Prof. Collins Ameyaw, chaired the occasion and, in his opening remarks, reaffirmed KsTU’s commitment to producing practically oriented graduates who are industry-ready and aligned with professional standards.
He commended IET-Gh for choosing KsTU as a strategic partner and urged students to take professional affiliation seriously as part of their career development.
The Host Dean, Engr. Prof. F. K. Bondinuba, welcomed the IET delegation and highlighted the Faculty’s ongoing efforts to integrate professional practice, research and innovation into teaching and learning.
He emphasised the importance of institutional visits of this nature in exposing students to professional expectations, ethical practice and emerging opportunities in the construction and civil engineering sectors.
Also in attendance from the Faculty leadership were Engr. Dr Aloysius Sam, Head of the Department of Construction Technology and Quantity Surveying, and Engr. Dr Benedict Nkoom, Head of the Department of Interior Design and Materials Technology, and Engr Mr Bright Marfo from the Estate and Municipal Directorate, who also serves as the coordinator of IET Activities on Campus. Both Heads of Department expressed appreciation for the visit and underscored the value of formal engagement between departments, professional bodies and industry players in shaping curricula and enhancing graduate employability.
IET-Gh leadership engagement
The main address was delivered by the 1st Vice-President of IET-Gh, Engr. Prof. Humphrey Danso, who also serves as Chairman of the Civil and Construction Division of the Institution.
In his presentation, he outlined the mandate of IET-Gh, the role of the Civil and Construction Division, and the Institution’s strategic focus on professional competence, ethics, continuous professional development and advocacy for improved infrastructure delivery in Ghana.
He walked participants through the various membership categories of IET-Gh, requirements for joining, and the benefits available to students and staff, including mentoring, networking opportunities, professional certification and access to technical resources.
The speaker encouraged students to begin their professional journey early by enrolling as student members and actively participating in IET-Gh programmes and activities.
Dr Timothy Gyamfi, Secretary to the Construction and Civil Division of IET-Gh, contributed to the discussions by explaining the Division’s ongoing programmes and future plans to deepen its presence in tertiary institutions, particularly technical universities.
He stressed the importance of collaboration with departments such as Construction Technology, Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, and related disciplines to drive innovation and best practice in the built environment.
Interactive session with staff and students
The visit featured an interactive session, during which staff and students asked questions on membership progression, professional examinations, internship and industrial attachment opportunities, and the role of IET-Gh in influencing national policy on infrastructure and construction. Representatives of IET-Gh provided detailed responses, reassuring participants of the Institute’s readiness to support young professionals as they transition from academia to practice.
Participants expressed satisfaction with the practical insights shared and welcomed the idea of establishing or strengthening an IET student chapter within KsTU to coordinate future programmes, seminars and technical workshops. The discussions also highlighted the need for closer alignment between academic curricula and the competency requirements of professional bodies.
Way forward
In his closing remarks, Rev. Prof. Collins Ameyaw acknowledged the fruitful engagement and called for sustained collaboration between KsTU and IET-Gh through joint programmes, guest lectures, curriculum review support and staff–student professional development activities.
Prof. F. K. Bondinuba added that the Faculty is open to further strategic partnerships with IET-Gh, especially in areas such as construction governance, sustainable infrastructure and industry-led research.
The institutional visit ended with a vote of thanks and group photographs, with both parties’ expressing optimism that the interaction would lay the foundation for a long-term, mutually beneficial relationship between the Institute of Engineering and Technology, Ghana, and the Faculty of Built and Natural Environment at Kumasi Technical University.
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