Areas of agricultural engineering specialization
The following areas of agricultural engineering specialization is identified in Nigeria today 1. Farm power and machinery engineering (FPME) Farm power and machinery engineering is concerned with the development and…
Code of engineering conduct/practice
Every member is expected in his general conduct to uphold and enhance the honour and dignity of the Engineering profession and the reputation of the Nigeria Society of Engineer and…
Roles of engineering professional bodies in Nigeria
Professional organizations and associations provide a wide range of resources for planning and navigating a career in engineering profession. These groups can play a key role in member’s development and…
Institutional regulatory bodies for engineering family in Nigeria
Notable among several other regulatory organs setup and funded by Federal government of Nigeria are the Nigerian Universities Commission (NUC) and the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE). These organs…
Hierarchy of engineering profession
Engineering profession is characterized by the following hierarchy with specific functions. Professional institutions: Professional institution provides a forum for members of a particular profession to interact among themselves. The institutions…
Agricultural Engineering Development
Engineering profession Engineering is an activity other than purely manual and physical work. It brings about the utilization of the materials and laws of nature for the good of humanity…
Introduction to agricultural engineering
Agricultural engineering Agricultural engineering can be defined from two perspectives; the scientific and professional: Scientifically, agricultural engineering is expressed as the application of principles gained from the knowledge of basic…
Standardization and importance of testing for tractors
Introduction Agricultural machines are mostly being manufactured by the small scale manufacturer except established manufacturers of tractors. Testing of Agricultural machinery including tractors is the only solution to make the…
Electronics and guidance system of tractor
Introduction Electronic systems have evolved over the years to become an element of modern off-road vehicles. A modern off-road vehicle typically incorporates some computer based controllers and diagnostics systems. Electronics…
Electrical System of tractor
Introduction Electrical and electronic systems have evolved over the years to become an essential element of modern off-road vehicles. A modern off-road vehicle typically incorporates an electrical system having its…
