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Department of Statistics
FACULTY OF COMPUTING AND MATHEMATICAL SCIENCES
Undergraduate
STUDENT HANDBOOKSTUDENT HANDBOOK
KANO UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY, WUDIL
www.kustwudil.edu.ng
Fourth Edition (Revised 2016)
Department of Statistics
FACULTY OF COMPUTING AND MATHEMATICAL SCIENCESFACULTY OF COMPUTING AND MATHEMATICAL SCIENCES
Undergraduate
STUDENT HANDBOOKSTUDENT HANDBOOK
KANO UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY, WUDIL
BRIEF HISTORY OF THE UNIVERSITY
The process of establishing Kano University of Science and Technology
(KUST) Wudil started in 1988 when the Kano State Government set up a
Task Force under the Chairmanship of Professor Ibrahim H. Umar, the
erstwhile Vice-Chancellor of Bayero University, Kano. The Task force
submitted its Report in February, 1989, recommending the
establishment of the University. Subsequently, a Technical Committee
was inaugurated in July, 1989 to study, in detail, the Report of the Task
Force. Consequent upon this, an eleven (11) member Implementation
Committee was appointed and assigned the responsibility for the smooth
take-off of the University in October, 1991. However, due to some
technical and administrative problems, the University could only
commence academic activities in April, 2001, with six (6) programmes
(Agriculture, Food Science & Technology, Computer science, Applied
Mathematics, Pure Mathematics and Statistics) in two (2) Faculties;
namely, Agriculture and Agricultural Technology (FAAAT) and Science
and Science Education (FASSE) respectively. Presently, the University
runs eighteen (18) programmes in five (5) Faculties namely; Agriculture
and Agricultural Technology (Agriculture and Food Science and
Technology), Earth and Environmental Sciences (Architecture,
Geography, Urban & Regional Planning and Geology), Engineering
(Electrical, Civil and Mechanical), Mathematical and Computing
Sciences (Mathematics, Computer Science and Statistics) and Science
and Science Education (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Biochemistry,
Microbiology and Science Education). This is in keeping with the
Universities Strategic and Phasing Plan and in the spirit of our Vision and
Mission. The first programme accreditation visit to the University took
place in 2005 and all the programmes were given interim accreditation.
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The subsequent visit in 2007 gave all the programmes Full
Accreditation. Kano University of Science and Technology, Wudil was
among the first Universities to be subjected to Institutional accreditation
by the National Universities Commission where the University scored B
grade, which is interim accreditation for five (5) years.
DEPARTMENTS/UNITS OF THE UNIVERSITY
1.0 Office of the Vice Chancellor
a. Physical Planning and Development Department (PP&D)
b. Academic Planning and Control (AP&C)
c. Security Division
d. University Health Services Unit (UHSU)
e. Internal Audit Unit
f. Student Affairs Division
g. Management Information System (MIS)
h. University Computer Center (UCC)
i. Counseling and Human Development Center
j. Entrepreneurship Center
k. Sports Directorate
l. Research and Development institute
m. Information and Public Relations (IPR)
n. Linkages and Affiliation Directorateo. KUST Consultancy and Investment Limitedp. KUST Division of Agricultural Collagesq. Directorate of Alumni and Advancementr. Center of Information and Communication Technologys. Directorate of Farmt. Directorate of Quality Assurance
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2.0 Office of the Registrar
a. Human Resource Division
b. Academic Division
c. Council Affairs Division
3.0 University Library
4.0 Bursary
FACULTIES AND ACADEMIC DEPARTMENTS- Faculty of Agriculture and Agricultural Technology· Department of Agricultural Economics and Extension· Department of Animal Science · Department of Crop Science· Department of Forestry, Fisheries and Wildlife· Department of Soil Science· Department of Food Science and Technology
- Faculty of Computing and Mathematical Sciences· Department of Computer Science · Department of Mathematics· Department of Statistics
- Faculty of Earth and Environmental Sciences· Department of Architecture· Department of Geography· Department of Geology· Department of Urban & Regional Planning
- Faculty of Engineering· Department of Civil Engineering· Department of Electrical Engineering· Department of Mechanical Engineering
- Faculty of Science · Department of Biology
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· Department of Biochemistry· Department of Chemistry· Department of Microbiology· Department of Physics
- Faculty of Science and Technology Education· Department of Agriculture Education· Department of Biology Education· Department of Chemistry Education· Department of Geography Education· Department of Mathematics Education· Department of Physics Education
- School of Postgraduate Studies- Directorate of General Studies
VISIONThe University shall be an International Centre of excellence.
MISSIONThe mission of Kano University of Science and Technology, Wudil, is to
provide highly skilled manpower through research and training, to meet
the challenges of a fast changing world.
PHILOSOPHY OF THE UNIVERSITY
The guiding philosophy of Kano University of Science and Technology,
Wudil shall be the provision of community based education that will
facilitate the production of graduates who shall fulfill the stipulated
requirements in learning and character to graduate in their various fields
of specialization. The graduates shall also be groomed in such a manner
that they will be able to effectively function in the Community.
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CORE VALUES OF THE UNIVERSITY
Excellence:Excellence stems from a sense of pride in who we are and what we
believe in, which explains our optimism and the faith we have in the
future. We believe that excellence, not mere compliance, is the goal of
our teaching, our research and our service. We are not motivated to
excellence out of pride, but out of a desire to be involved. In everything
we do, we are not to be satisfied with mediocrity, but excellence.
DIGNITY:Kano University of Science and Technology, Wudil students are not just
joining a University, they're joining a lifelong family that understands
the value of loyalty, camaraderie, and unconditional support. At the
heart of our commitment to being people with dignity is the visible
demonstration of the value of one another. We give honour to each other
through our words and actions, and by the commitment to our collective
success that is translated into the success of the University.
LEADERSHIPThe spirit of leadership is instilled in every student; whether in the public
or private sector, they have the values, the confidence and the experience
to lead. We utilize the windows of opportunity presented to us to the
maximum. Therefore, our resources and efforts are harnessed to fulfill
our common goals. A commitment to our future aspiration means we
want to have a short term focus with a long term view. We are therefore stdetermined to effectively impact on the world of the 21 Century.
LOYALTY Loyalty and respect for tradition is about a sense of trust and conformity
to the norms and values we cherish as a community.5
HISTORY OF THE PROGRAMME
The Statistics programme of Kano University of Science and
Technology commenced in 2000/2001 session under the Department of
Mathematics as one of the pioneer programmes in the University.
However, in 2011 the Department of Mathematical Sciences was split
into three with Statistics as a separate Department. The first set of
students admitted into the programme under the new Department was in
2011/2012 session. The programme was nevertheless accredited with
interim status by the National Universities Commission (NUC) in 2005
and full accreditation in 2007. The Department is affiliated to the
Nigerian Statistical Society (NSS)
PHILOSOPHY AND OBJECTIVES OF DEGREE PROGRAMME IN STATISTICS
Philosophy
The philosophy of the programme is to produce quality graduates who
are knowledgeable in the analysis, design and interpretation of the
economic, political, social, demographic and Scientific data.ObjectivesThe objectives of the programme are:· To produce students with adequate knowledge of Mathematical and statistical computations.
· To train students with adequate skills in the collection, organization, interpretation and presentation of numerical data.
· To develop students versed in the Science and methodology statistical phenomena using suitable models.
· To equip students with the basic skills in the application of statistical method and procedures.
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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
To be admitted into the 4 year B. Sc. (Hons) Statistics, a candidate must
have;
a. UTME Entry Mode
Credit passes in five (5) WAEC/GCE/NECO/NABTEB subjects
including English, Mathematics, and at least two subjects from
Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Agriculture, Economics and
Further Mathematics in not to more than two sittings.
b. Direct Entry Mode
Two “A” level passes in Science Subjects including
Mathematics or Statistics.
- Ordinary National Diploma with upper credit or HND with lower
credits.
- NCE Credits in relevant subjects with at least Merit in
Mathematics or either Physics or Chemistry.
- Five (5) credits in WAEC/GCE/NECO/NABTEB as specified in
'a' above.
Course duration
The duration of the programme is four (4) years for UTME candidates
and Three (3) years for Direct Entry candidates.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
The minimum number of earned credits required for graduation by
candidates entering at Level 100 is 120, where as those entering at Level
200 are required to earn a minimum of 90 Credits, out of the total
registered Credits. Candidates entering at Level 100 will have to spend a
minimum of 8 semesters and a maximum period of 12 semesters. For
those entering at Level 200 the minimum period of study is 6 semesters
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and a maximum of 10 semesters. In addition, for each semester of study,
a student is to register a minimum of 15 Credits subject to a maximum of
24 Credits or a total of 48 Credits in a session.Other graduation requirements include:-i. Passing of all Core Courses.ii. Having a CGPA of at least 1.50;iii. Submitting his/her final year project thesis;
LIST OF STAFF
ACADEMIC STAFF
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S/N NAME RANK STATUS 1 Prof. A.P. Nagwai professor Sabbatical 2 Prof., O. E. Asirbo Professor Visiting 3 Prof., S. U. Gulumbe Professor Visiting 4 Prof., Bashir Maifada Yakasai Professor Visiting 5 Dr. A. D. Koko Reader Visiting 6 Dr. Abdulaziz Sikiru Senior Lecturer Sabbatical 7 Dr. Ahmad Abdulkadir Senior Lecturer Visiting 8 Dr. Abubakar Yahaya Lecturer I Visiting 9 Dr. Bashir Kehinde Adekunle Senior Lecturer Sabbatical 10 Dr. Abbas Umar Faruk Senior Lecturer Sabbatical 11 Dr. Suraj M. Umar Senior Lecturer Sabbatical 12 Dr. Ahmad Aliyu Maidamisa Senior Lecturer Sabbatical 13 Munkaila Danjuma Lecturer II Permanent 14 Sani Salihu Abubakar Lecturer II Permanent 15 Lawan Adamu Ismail Lecturer II Permanent 16 Yakubu Hussain Graduate Assistant Permanent 17 Auwalu Ibrahim Graduate Assistant Permanent 18 Musa Uba Muhammad Assistant Lecturer Permanent 19 Hassan Umar Graduate Assistant Permanent 20 Abdullahi Ubale Idris Assistant Lecturer Permanent 21 Abdulhamid Ado Osi Assistant Lecturer Permanent 22 Jibrin Sunusi Alhaji Lecturer I Permanent 23 Ahmad Abubakar Sulaiman Assistant Lecturer Permanent 24 Aliyu Ismail Ishaq Assistant Lecturer Permanent 25 Usman Aliyu Abdullahi Assistant Lecturer Permanent 26 Aminu Sulaiman Assistant Lecturer Permanent 27 Adepoju A. Hakeem Assistant Lecturer Permanent 28 Abubakar Usman Assistant Lecturer Permanent 29 Shuaibu Ahmed Assistant Lecturer Permanent 30 Ishaq O. Olawoyin Assistant Lecturer Permanent 31 Dr. Ibrahim Abdullahi Lecturer I Permanent 32 Abdulrahaman I. Yola Departmental
Secretary Permanent
33 Abubakar Garba Muazu Clerical Officer Permanent 34 Bunya Yusuf Cleaner/Messenger Casual 35 Abubakar Tukur Cleaner/ Messenger Temporary
NON-ACADEMIC STAFF
S/N NAME QUALIFICATION
RANK REMARKS
1. Abudurrahaman I Yola
ND. Sec.Stu. Confidential Secretary II
Departmental Secretary
2. Abubakar Garba Muazu
ND Pub. Adm. Clerical Permanent
3. Abubakar Tukur SSCE Mess/Cleaner
Temporary
5. Binya Yusuf School Cert Mess/Cleaner
Casual Staff
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BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF COURSE CREDIT SYSTEMThe University operates a course credit system. The following are the important features of the system.(a) Programme of study:This refers to the aggregate courses registered by a student that is systematically structured to meet requirements for the award of a degree.
(b)Course: This embodies an element of teaching, study and other
academic activities that may consist of lectures, laboratory work,
presentation and or field work. The University uses a system of coding
for its courses comprising three letters and four digits. The three letters
indicate the Department offering the course. The first of the four digits
indicates the level of the course, the second digit indicates the credit load
of the course and the last two digits indicate the serialization.
(c)Credit Unit: Refers to the measure of workload that describes the
student- teacher contact hours per week per semester.
(d) Semester: This refers to a segment of the Annual duration of the
period of study conventionally divided into two (2) semesters; a
semester normally lasts for at least eighteen (18) weeks including
registration, teaching and examination periods provided no less than
fifteen (15) weeks is devoted for lectures each of the semesters.
(e)Session: This is an academic year comprising of two (2) semesters as
determined by the University Senate.
Continuous Assessment:
This refers to the Assessment of the student performance and conduct
throughout the semester. It includes tests, assignments, attendance and
so on. The Continuous Assessment carries 40% and examination 60%.
Grading System:
The University operates a course credit system. The following are the
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important features of the system.
(a) Letter Grade: Letter grades A, B, C, D; F and (Inc) are used in
assessing each course. The letters are classified as follows.
S/N LETTER GRADE SCORE
1 A 70 – 100
2 B 60 – 69
3 C 50 – 59
4 D 45 – 49
5 F 0 – 44
The Incomplete grade (Inc) is awarded to a student who has completed
all aspects of a course except the end-of-semester examination with
approved valid reason(s). The student's C.A for the course will be
carried forward and the student can sit for the examination in the
following session. Such a student will not need to register for the course
again.
(B) Grade Points (GP): Each letter grade is assigned a Grade Point
as follows: A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2 and F=0. No grade point is
assigned to the grade (Inc)
(c) Points: The points earned in a course are the product of the
credit weight and the grade point. For instance, if a student
obtains a 'B grade' in a 3-credit course, the points are 4×3=12
(d) Grade Point Average (GPA): The (GPA) is defined as the
weighted average of all grade points obtained in a semester. It is
an indication of student's performance in the semester. In
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computing the GPA, credit weight of incomplete course(s) are
not counted. GPA = Total Points Earned per Semester
Total Credits Registered per Semester
(e) Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA): The (CGPA) is
defined as the weighted average of all the grade points earned by
the student from the time he\she joined the program of study up
to the time of computation. Thus, the CGPA gives an indication
of the student's overall performance in the program of study. It is
computed as follows:CGPA = Total Points Earned for all Semesters
Total Credits Registered for all semesters
(F)CGPA classification: The CGPA values are classified as follows:
S/N CGPA Degree Classification
1 4.50-5.00 First Class
2 3.50-4.49 Upper Second Class
3 2.40-3.49 Lower Second Class
4 1.50-2.39 Third Class
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(g) Probation
A student whose CGPA is below 1.50 at the end of a session will be
placed on probation for one academic session. (h) Withdrawal
A student whose Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) is below 1.50
at the end of two consecutive sessions would be required to withdraw
from the programme. Any student who cannot satisfy the graduation
requirements within two (2) years after the prescribed duration of the
programme (6 or 7 years after admission as the case may be) will also be
required to withdraw from the University.
REGISTRATIONi. Both returning and fresh students must register online with the
University portal (www.kustwudil.edu.ng) at the beginning of each session, based on the guidelines set out by the Senate.
ii. Each student must complete the registration exercise within the
stipulated period.
iii. Copies of completed registration forms should be deposited with
the following:
· Department
· Faculty
· Academic Division
· Students Affairs Division
Students are advised to keep copies of all their registration documents for
future reference.
DEFERMENT OF ACADEMIC SESSION
A student is allowed to defer an academic session subject to acceptable
reasons. All applications for deferment should be addressed to the Vice
Chancellor through the relevant Head of Department and Dean of the
Faculty. A student who seeks to defer a session must present evidence of
registration for the session he/she wishes to defer. Before a student could
proceed for deferment, he/she must receive an approval of the Senate.
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SPECIAL INFORMATION
Students at all levels are advised to be familiar with their Level
Coordinators and ensure that they consult them from time to time for
guidance and counseling.
CLUBS AND PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION
Students are advised to be actively involved in social and professional
associations in order to develop their social and mental faculties. The
University has a fully registered Student Union which elects its
executive council and Student Representatives. At the Faculty and
Departmental Level, there are professional Associations that promote
learning and intellectual interaction among the students. Through the
associations students have the opportunity to relate with their colleagues
from other Universities and Academic institution of learning. Students
are therefore, encouraged to join any of the above association as part of
the extra curricula activities during their stay in the University.
GUIDANCE AND COUNSELING UNIT:
The University has a fully established guidance and counseling unit
under the office of the Vice Chancellor. The Unit provides advisory
services to all students, males and females at all levels of their studies.
The staff of the Unit is proactive and treat students' issues with utmost
confidentiality. Therefore, all students are advised to approach the unit
whenever they find themselves in situations that require counseling.
Students are strongly advised to avail themselves to the Services of the
Unit.
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UNIVERSITY LIBRARY:
The Library is the nerve center of academic activities in the University.
The University has a modern functioning in addition to Faculties and
Departmental Library Complex in addition to Faculty and Departmental
Libraries. The Central Library renders its services from 09:00am
8:00pm Mondays to Fridays and on Saturdays 09:00 3:00pm. There are
many sections of the Library that offer different specialized services
including; reference, circulation, serials and e library. All students are
required to register with the University Library. Registered Student will
be issued with three barrowing cards for tickets. All books loaned out to
students are to be returned within 2 weeks from the date of issue. The
University has an e-resources center that is networked with internet
facilities that enables access to online resources such as Science Direct,
AJON (African Journal Offline),Offline Data Base, e-Granary
resources, AGORA and Nigerian Virtual Library. All students are
therefore advised to utilize the services being offered by the Library to
enhance the quality of their studies. On CD room one also available.
INTERNET FACILITIES:
In line with modern trend in information and communication
Technology, Kano University of Science and Technology, has deployed
both Local Area Network (LAN) and Wireless internet services on the
campus. Student who has laptop computers can access wireless internet
services especially within the academics area, otherwise they can make
use of the e-library section of the Central Library. Students must use the
internet facilities sensibly in order to get the full benefits of the services.
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UNIVERSITY HEALTH SERVICES
The University has a Clinic under the Health Services Unit that attends
to staff and students' health care needs. The Unit has entered into a
viable contract under the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS)
with some health management organizations. The Clinic offers
different health care services such as Consultations, Pharmaceutical
Services, Laboratory Analysis and a sick bay for short observatory
admission. Therefore, students are required to register with the
University Health Services and NHIS in order to enjoy the services
under the scheme.
SPORTS
The University recognizes the imperative of Physical fitness in
promoting the mental and intellectual abilities of staff and students. The
University has formally established a Directorate of Sports and
appointed a Director to develop, coordinate and manage sporting
activities. The Directorate is proud to have standard football pitches,
basket ball, volley ball, lawn tennis and badminton courts and a well set
out track for athletics and facilities for indoor sports. The University
organizes an annual Inter Faculty Sport competition for the Student. In
addition the University also organizes an annual Sporting Competition
among the staff of the University tagged the (Unity Cup). The University
has been consistent on participating in West African University Games
(WAUG) and National University Games Association (NUGA).
Furthermore, in 2011, the University hosted Nigerian Universities Staff
Sports Association (NUSSA). Therefore, students are advised to join
any of the sports in order to utilize the facilities and opportunities offered
by the sports Directorate.
CURRICULUM TABLE
100 LEVEL
First Semester
Course Code Course Title Credit Units
Status
STA1301 Probability I 3 CORE
STA1201 Inference I 2 CORE
GST 1201 Use of Library, Study Skills and
Information & Communication
Technology
2 CORE
PHY1201 Mechanics 2 CORE
PHY1105 Physics Practical I 1 CORE
CSC1301 Introduction to Computer Science 3 CORE
MTH1301 Algebra & Trigonometry 3 CORE
TOTAL 16
First Semester Elective Courses
course code Course Title Credit Units
Status
CHM1201 Inorganic Chemistry 2 ELECTIVE
CHM1203 Physical Chemistry 2 ELECTIVE
BIO1201 Ecology 2 ELECTIVE
18
Second Semester Core Courses
Course Code Course Title Credit Units
Status
STA1402 Descriptive Statistics 4 CORE
STA1202 Inference I 2 CORE
STA1204 Statistical Computing I 2 CORE
GST1202 Environment and Aspect of Morality 2 CORE
PHY1202 Electricity & Magnetism 2 CORE
PHY1104 Physics Practical II 1 CORE
MTH1302 Elementary Mathematics I 3 CORE
MTH1304 Elementary Mathematics II 3 CORE
TOTAL 19
Second Semester Elective Courses
Course Code Course Title Credit Units
Status
CHM1202 Organic Chemistry 2 ELECTIVE
CHM1204 Practical Chemistry 2 ELECTIVE
BIO1204 Evolution & Genetics 2 ELECTIVE
19
200 LEVEL
FIRST SEMESTER CORE COURSES
Course Code Course Title Credit Units
Status
STA2401 Probability II 4 CORESTA2301 Inference II 3 COREGST2203
Communication in English I
2
CORE
GST2201
Nigerian Peoples & Culture
2
COREMTH2201
Linear Algebra I
2
CORE
MTH2301
Mathematical Methods I
3
COREMTH2307
Real Analysis I
3
CORE
CSC2401
Computer Programming I
4
CORETOTAL
23
(FIRST SEMESTER ELECTIVE COURSE)
Course Code
Course Title
Credit Units
Status
STA2403
Statistics for Agric & Bio Sci.
4
ELECTIVE(SECOND SEMESTER CORE COURSES)
Course Code
Course Title
Credit Units
Status
STA2302
Statistical Quality Control
3
CORESTA2204
Statistical Computing II
2
CORESTA2304
Inference III
3
CORESTA2306
Probability III
3
COREGST2202
Peace Studies & Conflict Resolution
2
COREGST 2204
Communication in English II
2
COREMTH2202
Linear Algebra II
2
COREMTH2302
Elementary Differential Equation
3
CORETOTAL
20
(SECOND SEMESTER ELECTIVE COURSE)
Course Code Course Title Credit
UnitsStatus
STA2404 Statistics for Physics & Eng Scs. 4 ELECTIVE
20
LEVEL 300
(FIRST SEMESTER CORE COURSES)
Course Code Course Title Credit Units
Status
STA3301 Distribution Theory I 3 CORESTA3305 Sampling Techniques and Survey I 2 CORESTA3307 Demography 3 CORESTA3309 Design and Analysis of Experiment I 3 CORESTA3311 Operation Research 3 COREMTH3309 Mathematical Methods II 3 COREEPP3201 Entrepreneurship I 3 CORETOTAL 20
(FIRST SEMESTER ELECTIVE COURSES)
Course Code Course Title Credit Units
Status
STA3303 Econometric Methods 3 ELECTIVEMTH3303 Real Analysis II 3 ELECTIVE
(SECOND SEMESTER CORE COURSES)
Course Code Course Title Credit UNITS
STATUS
STA3608 Industrial Training 6 CORE
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LEVEL 400
(First Semester Core Courses)
Course Code Course Title Credit Units
Status
STA4301 Regression Analysis 3 CORE STA4303 Stochastic Processes 3 CORE STA4305 Sampling Techniques and Survey II 3 CORE STA4307 Biometry 3 CORE STA4309 Non Parametric 3 CORE TOTAL 15 (First Semester Elective Course)
Course Code Course Title Credit Units
Status
STA4311 OPERATIONS RESEARCH II 3 ELECTIVE (Second Semester Core Courses)
Course Code Course Title Credit Units
Status
STA4302 Time Series Analysis 3 CORE STA4304 Bayesian Inference 3 CORE STA4306 Design & Analysis of Exp. II 3 CORE STA4308 Multivariate Analysis 3 CORE STA4600 Project 6 CORE EEP3202 Entrepreneurship 2 TOTAL 20 (Second Semester Elective Courses)
Course Code Course TITLE Credit Units
Status
STA4312 Statistical Inference IV 3 ELECTIVE
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DESCRIPTION OF COURSESSTA 1402 Descriptive of Statistics:Statistical data: type, sources and methods of collection. Presentation of
data: tables charts and graphs. Errors and approximations. Frequency
and cumulative distributions, Measures of location, partition,
dispersion, skewness and kurtosis. Rates ration and index numbers.
STA1301
PROBABILITY I
Permutation and combination. Concepts and principles of Probability.
Random variables. Probability and distribution Functions. Basic
distributions: Bernoulli, Binomial, Poisson, Hypergeometric, and
normal.
STA1201 Statistical Inference I
Population and samples, Random sampling distribution, estimation
(point and interval)
STA1202 Statistical Inference I
Test of hypotheses concerning population mean and proportion (one and
two large sample cases), Regression and correlation, Elementary time
series analysis.
STA1204 Statistical Computing I
Introduction to and use of calculators, Computations (using calculators)
involving topics in STA1201, 1202, and 1402. Introduction to
computer, structure, involving, type, uses and applications
GST 1201 Use of Library, Study Skills and Information and
Communication Technology Brief history of Library and education,
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University Libraries and other types of libraries, Study skills (reference
services). Types of library materials, using library resources including e-
learning, e-materials; etc, Understanding library catalogues (card,
OPAC, etc) and classification, Copyright and its implications, Database
resources, Bibliographic citations and referencing. Development of
medern ICT, Hardware technology, Software technology, Input devices,
Storage devices, Communication and Internet services, Word processing
skills (typing etc)GST 1202 Environment and Aspects of Morality
Aspect of morality:(Definition of Islam): Pillars of Islam; Position of
Islam; Pronouncing and Denouncing of Islam; Suitability of Islam to all
times; Universal applicability of Islam; Originality and incorruptibility
of Islam. Definition of Tawheed: i) Articles of Faith; ii) Finality of
message and Prophet hood; Definition of Shari'ah: i) Aims of Shari'ah;
ii) Scope of Shari'ah; iii) Growth of Shari'ah iv) Principles of Shari'ah v)
Sources of Shari'ah; Islamic aspects of Morality: i) Kindness tom
parents, Kinsfolk, Neighbours and less privileged; ii) Guarding against
mixture of Sexes, Zina and related Evils; iii) Trust, Truthfulness and
Justice; iv) Frightening Rivalry for pilling-up; v) Bribery and abuse of
Power; vi) Mutual relationship between spouses vii) The most grievous
seven offences. Muslims contribution to Science and Technology.Islam
VS Secularism, Modernism and Westernization
Environment: i) The notion of Environment; ii) The spiritual
Environments; iii) The physical Environment; iv) The Biological
Environment; v) The Social Environment; vi) The Preventative
Approach to Preventative Medicine; vii) The Environmental
Hazard; viii) Industrial Waste; ix) Biolgical Hazard; x) Physical Hazard;
xi) Social Hazard; xii) Pollution; xiii) Food-Borne Illness.
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MTH 1301 Algebra & trigonometry
Elementary set theory: subject, union intersection, complements, Venn
diagram; real numbers; integers, rational and irrational numbers;
complex numbers; algebra of the complex numbers, the Argand
diagram, De Moire's theorem, n-th roots, mathematical induction; real
sequences and series; theory of quadratic equations; binomial
theorem; circular measure; trigonometric functions of angles of any
magnitude, addition and factor formulae.
MTH 1302 Elementary Mathematics I (Vectors, Geometry and
Dynamics)
Geometric representation of vectors in 1- dimension, 2- dimension and
3- dimension, components, direction cosines. Addition, scalar,
multiplication of vectors, linear independence. Scalar and vectors
products of two vectors. Differentiation and integration of vectors with
respect to a scalar variable. Two dimensional coordinate geometry.
Straight lines, circles, parabola, ellipse, hyperbola. Tangents, normals.
Kinematics of a particle. Components of velocity and acceleration of
particle moving in a plane. Force momentum, laws of motion, under
gravity, projectiles, resisted vertical motion, elastic string and simple
pendulum impulse. Impact of two smooth spheres, and of a sphere on a
smooth sphere.
MTH1304: Elementary Mathematics II (Calculus and Its Application)
Function of variable, graphs, limits and idea of continuity. The
derivative, as limit of rate of change. Techniques of differentiation.
Extreme curve sketching; integration as an inverse of differential.
Methods of integration, definite integrals. Application to areas and
volume.
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CSC 1301 Introduction to Computer Science
History of computers, functional components of computer.
Characteristics of a computer, problem solving, flow charts, application
software, introduction to work processors, and spreadsheet, database
management systems; computer graphics; communication software,
other software categories. Algorithms, computer programming,
statements, symbolic names; arrays, subscripts, expressions and control
statements. Introduction to BASIC or VISUAL BASIC Fundamentals.STA2401 PROBABILITY II
Further permutation and Combination, Probability laws, Conditional
probability and independence, Bayes' theorem, Probability distribution
of discrete and continuos random variables: binomial, Poisson,
geometric, hypergeometric, ectangular (uniform), negative exponential,
normal. Expectations and moments of random variables, Chebyshev's
inequality, Joint marginal and conditional distributions and moments,
Limiting distribution and moments, Limiting distributionSTA 2301 INFERENCE II
Sampling and sampling distribution, Point and Interval estimation,
Principle of hypotheses testing, Test of hypotheses concerning
population means, proportions and variances of large and small samples,
large and small sample cases, Goodness of fit tests, Analysis of
variance.STA2304 Inference IIICriteria of estimation, Consistency, Unbiasedness, Efficiency, Minimum variance and Sufficiency, Method of estimation, Maximum likelihood, least squares and method of moments, Confidence intervals, Simple and Composite hypotheses, Likelihood ratio test, Inference about mean and variance STA 2302 Statistical Quality Control
Process control: use of charls lo achieve process stability. Tolerance
limits as a function of component variability. Product control: design of
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simple, double, multiple, and sequential sampling plans. Comparison of
different sampling plans. Cumulative sum charts, feedback theory for
controlling continuous process.
STA2204 Statistical Computing II
Uses of computers in statistical computing, Introduction to Package,
Word, Star, Wordperfect, Spread sheets, SYSTAT, D-Base, C-stat,
MINETAB, SPSS, Use of BASIC and FORTRAN prorammes in solving
problem in STA2401 and STA2302
STA 2306 Probability III
Discrete sample spaces, Definitions and rules of probability,
Independence Baye's theorem, Um models, Sampling with and without
replacement, Inclusion-exclusion theorem, Allocation and matching
problems, Probability generating function, Bernoulli trials, Binomial,
Poisson, Hypergeometric, negative binomial and multinomial
distribution, Poisson Process
GST 2201 Nigerian People and Culture
Study of Nigerian history, and culture arts in pre-colonial times,
Nigeria's perception of his world, Culture areas of Nigeria and their
characteristics, Evolution of Nigeria as a political unit, Indigene/settler
phenomenon, Concept of trade, Economics self-reliance, Social justice,
Individual and National development, Norms and values, Negative
attitudes and conducts (cultism and related vices), re-orientation of
moral Environment problems
GST 2202 Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution
Basic concepts in peace studies and conflict resolution, Peace as tieg
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Africa Indigene \settler phenomenon, peace-building, Management 0f
conflict and security. Element of peace studies and conflict resolution,
Developing a culture of peace, peace mediation and peace-keeping,
Alternative Dispute Resolution ( ADR). Dialogue\arbitration in conflict
resolution, Role of international organization in conflict resolution, e.g
ECOWAS, African United National etc.
GST 2203: Communication in English I
Effective communication and writing in English, writing of essay
answer, C0mprehensive, Sentence construction, outline and paragraph
(recognition of paragraph structure (topic sentence, exemplification,
contrast, paragraph sequencing and use of connective device).
Collection and organization of materials and logical presentation,
punctuation, Reading types and function (extensive reading, intensive
reading for pleasure etc), Reading techniques (skimming, scanning,
surveying ), Recognition of meaning (literal, implies). Introduction to
literature (definition of literature, branches of literature poetry, prose,
Drama).
GST 2204 : Communication in English II
Logical presentation of papers, phonetics (listening for problematic
English sounds, stress and intonation Types of listening (attentive,
reciprocal, jigsaw etc), Introduction on lexis, Art of public speaking and
oral communication (Types and functions of speaking-speaking in a
group, giving an address, chairmanship etc ); Figure of speech, Precis,
Report writing; Similarities and differences between listening and
reading; Literary appreciation/Book review
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MTH2201 Linear Algebra I
Vectors space over the real field. Subspaces, linear independence, basis
and dimension, linear transformations and their representation by
matrices-range, null space, rank, Singular and non-singular
transformation and matrices, Algebra of matrices.
MTH2202 Linear Algebra II
System of linear equation, Change of basis, equivalence and similarity,
Eigen values and eigen vectors, Minimum and characteristics
polynomials of a linear transformation (matrix), Caley-Hamilton
theorem, Bilinear and quadratic forms, Orthogonal diagonalisation,
Canonical forms
MTH2301 Mathematical Methods I
Real valued of a real function variable. Review of differentiation and
integration and their applications. Differentiation and integration of
vector functions with respect to scalar variable, mean value theorem,
Taylor series, Real valued functions of two or three variables, Partial
derivatives chain rule, extrema, Langrange's multipliers, Increments,
Differential and linear approximations, Evaluation of lines, Integrals,
Multiple Integrals, Infinite sequence and series, test of convergence
MTH2307 Real Analysis I
Bounds of real numbers, convergence of sequence of numbers,
Monotone sequences, The theorem of nested intervals, Cauchy
sequences, Test for convergence of series, Absolute and conditional
convergence of series and rearrangements, Completeness of real and
incompleteness of rational, Continuity/and differentiability of functions 29
R……., Rolle's and mean value theorems for differentiable functions,
Taylor series
MTH2302 Elementary Differential Equation
Derivation of differential equation from primitive, geometry, physics,
etc. order and degree of differential equations, Techniques for solving
First and Second order linear and non-linear equations, Solutions of
system of first order linear equations, Finite linear difference equations,
Application to geometry and physics
STA3301 DISTRIBUTION THEORY
Distribution and frequency functions, Documents, Cumulants and their
generating functions, Some special Univariate distribution, Laws of
large numbers, Central limit theorem, Distribution: Stochastic and
independence, Bivariate moment generating functions of random
variable, Bivariate distribution: Stochastic independence, Bivariate
moment generating functions, Bivariate normal distribution,
Distribution associated with the normal chi-square,t and F distribution
STA 3305 SAMPLING TECHNIQUES AND SURVEY I
Survey design, Planning and programming, Methods of data collection,
Design of forms and questionnaires, Data processing, analysis and
interpretation, Errors and biases, Probabilities and non probability
sampling, Selection procedures, Estimation of mean, totals, ratio and
proportions in simple random, systematic, stratified cluster and two-
stage sampling probability, Proportion-to-size sampling, Nigeria's
experience in sampling survey
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STA 3307 DEMOGRAPHY
Type and sources of demographic data, Method of collection of
population censuses, Sample surveys and vital registration, Evaluation
of the quality of demographic data, Measures of fertility, Mortality,
Nuptiality and Migration, Standardization and Decomposition, Life
tables, Construction and application, Framework for developing
demographic information systems
STA 3309 Design and Analysis of Experiment I
Basic principle of experimentation, Randomization, Replication and
Blocking, Local control, Basic designs, Completely randomized,
Randomized blocks, Latin squares, Balanced incomplete blocks, Split
plot, Missing values, Relative efficiency, Estimation and test of variance
components, Multiple comparisons, Departures from the underlying
assumptions, Application to Agriculture, Biology and Industry
STA3311 Operations Research
Nature and scope of operation research, Linear Programming and
graphical, simplex (including big M and two-phase) methods,
Sensitivity analysis, Duality theory, Transportation and Assignment
problems, Network analysis: CPM and PERT, Inventory theory and
applications, Sequencing and scheduling
STA3303 ECONOMETRICS (restrictive elective)
Nature of econometric, Econometric models, Nature, Type and
characteristics, Econometric problems related to single equation
models, Construction, Estimation and Tests, Models involving lagged
variables, Simultaneous equation systems, Structural form,
Identification, Estimation and Test, Application of econometric models:
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Demand analysis, Production functions, Consumption and Investment
function
EEP 3201 Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Definition of the concept of Entrepreneurship / Entrepreneurship; the
theories of Entrepreneurship; the concept of Corporate
Entrepreneurship; Entrepreneurial / Entrepreneurial mind strategies,
habits, attitudes and behaviors; the Nigerian business environment; the
cultural issues at work in the entrepreneurial process; monitoring and
identification of opportunities / threats and how to deal with them;
barriers to Entrepreneurship; intellectual property and its protection and
Nigerian copyrights laws; the interface between Entrepreneurship and
technology development; the impact of technology on business; new
technologies and entrepreneurship opportunities; the concept, nature
and types of innovation; theories of innovation; critical issues in
financing new innovation and new ventures; change and how it could be
successfully managed; the concept of family business and the factors that
make it unique; the cultural context of the family business; the complex
roles and relationships involved in a family business; the process of
managerial succession in a family firm; the concept and nature of women
Entrepreneurship; barriers to women Entrepreneurship and the
contributions of women Entrepreneurs to the economy; the concept of
social Entrepreneurship; factors that facilitate social Entrepreneurship;
the difference between an idea and an opportunity; Examination of
opportunities with examples from “Angels” and venture capital
investors.
EEP 3202 Business Creation and Growth
Concept of business and new value creation and financing; an
overview of the theories of growth; the strategies for growth
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(franchising, buy in and buy out); mergers and acquisitions; viability
analysis of new ventures and new venture financing; sources of funds
for new entrepreneurial ventures; the concept, method, and type of
finances provided by venture capital; the concept of marketing; the
concept of small marketing; the fundamental differences between small
business marketing and large business marketing; the use of the
marketing mix in new ventures; opportunities for expansion; new
technique of E-Commerce, E-business, E-trade; the challenges to E-
commerce, E-business, E-trade in the context of Nigeria; the concept
and importance of business ethics and social responsibility; managing
transition: from start up to growth; issue of transition in business;
planning, managing business and decision making in transition
situation; the stress and pressures, and various resource constraints
associated with transitory stage of business growth
STA 4301 REGRESSION ANALYSIS
Multiple linear regression models, polynomial regression. Test of
independence and goodness-of-fit. Useof dummy variables. On-
linearity in parameters requiring simple transformation. Partial and
conditional regressionand correlation models. Conoconical correlation.
Test of independence of regression coefficients. Multicollinearity and
other problems associated with 'Best Regression-Models, Logistic
regression, Departures from ANOVA assumptions, Transformation,
Missing values, Analysis of covariance in one -way, two- way and three-
way and nested (hierarchical) classifications, Analysis of covariance
with two concomitant variablesSTA 4302 Time series
Estimation and isolation of Components of time series, Non-stationary
and stationary processes: Theoretical moments, Auto-correlation and 33
partial auto-correlation, Sample moments: Ato-correlations, Partial
auto-correlations, Univariate Time series model: Identification and
estimation, Auto-regressive (AR), Moving Average (MA) and Auto-
regressive moving average (ARMA), Diagnostic checking of models,
Linear prediction and Forecasting pectral (Harmonic) analysis STA
4303 STOCHASTIC PROCESSES
Generating function: Tail probabilities and convolutions, Recurrent
events, Random walk (unrestricted and restricted), Gamblers ruin
problem, Markov process in discrete and continuous time, Poison,
branching, birth and death processes. Queuing processes; M/M/I,
M/M/S, M/a/I queues and their waiting time distributions. Relevant
applications.
STA 4304 BAYESIAN INFERENCE
Baye's theorem, Prior and Posterior distributions for proportion, means
and variances, Choice of prior distribution, Simple non-informative
prior distributions, Entropies and decomposition analysis, Principle of
decision-making, Roles of uncertainty, Utility functions and their
properties, Bayesian strategy, Minimax strategies, Theory of game
STA 4305 SAMPLING TECHNIQUES AND SURVEY II
Ratio, Regression and difference estimation procedures, Double
sampling, Interpreting scheme, Multiphase and multi-stage sampling,
Cluster sampling with unequal sizes, Problem of optimal allocation with
more than one item, Further stratified sampling STA 4306 DESIGN
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AND ANALYSIS OF EXPERIMENT II
Further split plot design and nested designs, Unbalanced designs, n
Incomplete block designs, 2 factorial designs, Yates- Algorithm,
confounding and fractional replication, Diallel cross Analysis,
Introduction to response surface methodology
STA 4307 Biometry
Stability models, Simultaneous selection models, Path analysis,
Descriminant analysis, Parallel line and slope ratio assays in completely
randomized block and incomplete block designs, Logistic curve and
logic transformations in relation to bio-assays
STA4308 MULTIVARIATE ANALYSIS
Multivariate normal and related distributions, Inference about mean
vectors, Hotelling's T-square and Mahalanobi's D-square statistics,
Multivariate analysis of variance, Test of independence and
homogeneity, Descrimination and classification, Principal component
and Factor analysis, Canonical correlation analysis, Cluster analysis
STA4309 NON-PARAMETRIC STATISTICS
Order statistics and their distributions, Test based on runs, Test of
Goodness of Fit, One sample and two sample linear ranks tests for
location and scale, Test for independence samples, Measure of
association for bivariate samples and multiple classifications
STA 4313 PROBABILITY IV (Elective)
Probability spaces, measure and distribution. Distribution of random
variables as measurable functions. Product spaces; product of
measurable spaces, product of measurable functions. Product
probabilities. Independence and expectation of random variables.
Convergence almost everywhere, convergence in path mean. Central
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limit theorem, laws of large number. Characteristics function and
Laplace transforms.
STA 4600 STATISTICAL PROJECT
Individual work on a selected topic illustrating application of some of
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EXAMINATION GUIDELINES(a) In order to be admitted to any examination a student MUST have
been registered for the course to be examined and fulfill all University requirements. At least 75% attendance is required to qualify for the examination
(b) Students MUST ensure that they collect their examination cards at least two (2) weeks before the commencement of the Examinations
(c) All students MUST be at the examination venue at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time of the examination
(d) Thirty (30)minutes after the commencement of the examination, a student may be admitted into the examination hall but will not be allowed extra time
(e) A student who arrives 45 minutes after the commencement of the examination will not be allowed to sit for the examination.
(f) No student will be allowed to leave the examination hall during the first hour or the last 15 minutes of the examination
(g) A student MUST bring his/her identity card and examination card to each examination and display them in a prominent position.
(h) A student who fails to bring his/her identity and examination cards (or a covering letter to that effect) to the examination hall will not be admitted
(i) Each student MUST complete an attendance register with his/her Name, Registration Number, Booklet Number and Sign-in and out
(j) All students MUST dress in accordance with the Senate approved Student Public Decency and Dress Code before entering examination hall. Any student who fails to comply will not be allowed into the examination hall
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(k) A student should write only his/her University registration number at the top of every answer script and supplementary answer sheet
(l) The use of scrap paper is not allowed. All rough work must be
done in the answer booklet and crossed neatly or in a
supplementary sheet, which must be submitted, to the Invigilator
at the end of the examination
(m) At the end of the stipulated examination time, all students
MUST stop writing and submit their booklet to the invigilator
(n) A Student may provide all authorized materials he/she may
require (e.g. non programmable calculator, pencil, biro and ruler
etc.)
(o) The use of G.S.M handset, electronic diary or any other storage
device during the course of an examination is not allowed.
ATTENDANCE RECORD
The University's regulation stipulated that, no student shall be
permitted to sit for an examination in a course in which the student did
not attain 75% attendance. Thus, if student have genuine excuses to stay
away from classes, such as authentic medical reasons, the total number
of lectures missed under the excuse could still be used to calculate
attendance qualification for examination purposes.
For a student to miss a lecture, practical examinations or other
assignments, a formal application has to be made to the staff in-charge.
Usually, any such complaint must be backed by medical certification by
the University Health Services. Such excuses (if they involve missing
scheduled examination s and other components of the degree
programme) must be passed to the Head of Department for assessment
and processing to Faculty Board and Senate for approval. In the absence
of such approved excuse, however, means that the student would be
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given a later chance to submit the assignment missed or given a make-up
test.
EXAMINATIONSExaminations shall be in the form of Continuous assessment (40%) and end of Semester Examination (60%). Rules governing examinations shall apply for both C.A and the examinations.
EXAMINATION CARD
The management information System (MIS) shall prepare examination
cards with appropriate examination number for issuance to Students at
least two weeks before the Semester examinations begin. These cards
will be issued on the basis of list of students registered by each
Department who shall certify that the student have been registered for the
courses shown on them.
It shall be the responsibility of student to make sure that all the courses
he/she registered are reflected and knows the dates, time and places of
the examinations for which he/she is registered.
CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT
The Continuous Assessment (C.A) include (a) tests, (b) class
assignments, (c) quizzes, (d) group work and Practicals. There shall be
administered one week to, during or after examinations. Continuous
Assessment results are submitted to the Head of Department at least 2
weeks before examinations.
RIGHTS OF STUDENTS AND SPONSORS TO RESULTS
Upon approval of semester examination results by the Faculty Board, the
results shall, subject to approval by the University Senate, be displayed
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on Departmental Notice Boards and on the student portal of the
University website. Each student and his/her sponsors and/or guardians
shall be issued statement of result at the end of each semester.
GUIDELINES ON EXAMINATION MALPRACTICE
Students are strongly advised to refrain from indulging in actions that are
inimical to the conduct of examinations because the University has zero
tolerance for any form of examination malpractice.The following are Categories of offences which invite expulsion from the University:(a) Impersonation
(b) Exchange of names and/or numbers on answer booklet
(c) Introduction and use of relevant unauthorized materials into the
examination hall
(d) Exchange of materials in the examination hall, such as question
paper, containing information relevant to the on-going
examination
(e) Theft and or illegal removal of examination booklet
(f) Any kind of mischief likely to hinder the smooth conduct of the
examination. e.g. physical violence, assault, arson etc
(g) Collaboration with or copying from other candidate(s)
(h) Cheating outside the examination hall, e.g., at toilets, etc
(i) Any other offence under this category Committed by a student of
this University in another Institution
(j) Refusal to complete the 'Student report on suspected
Examination malpractice' form and/or destruction of Exhibit by
candidates
(k) Any other malpractice(s) deemed by the Senate Committee on
Examination Regulations and Irregularities that warrants
expulsion39
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The following are Categories of offences which invite maximum of
one year rustication:
(a) Facilitating and abetting cheating
(b) Introduction, but not using relevant unauthorized materials to the
examination hall
(c) Unauthorized communication during the conduct of the
examination
(d) Any offence under this category committed by a student of this
University in another Institution
(e) Any other malpractice(s) deemed to warrant rustication by the
Senate Committee on Examination Regulation and Irregularities
The following are Categories of offences that attract Warning:
(a) Writing on question papers and/or answer scripts
(b) Introduction of unauthorized irrelevant material to Examination
hall
(c) Any other offence under this category committed by a student of
this University in another institution
(d) Any other malpractice(s) deemed to warrant warning by the
Senate committee on Examination Regulations and IrregularitiesMaternity Leave
Female students may be granted maternity leave if they so desire. Such a
leave MUST be preceded by a written application to that effect. The
application should contain an authenticated medical certificate showing
the expected date of delivery.
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APPROVED GUIDELINES FOR WRITING AND PRESENTING
OF UNDERGRADUATE PROJECTPreliminary pages should consist of the following and in this approved sequence:i. Title pageii. Abstractiii. Certificationiv. Acknowledgementsv. Dedicationvi. Table of Contentsvii. List of Tablesviii. List of Figuresix. List of PlatesThe project should consist of five chapters as follows:Chapter One: IntroductionChapter Two: Literature ReviewChapter Three:Materials and MethodsChapter Four: Results and DiscussionChapter Five: Summary, Conclusion and RecommendationReferencesAppendixAdditional Information· Writing should be typed, double spaced, justified, font size 12,
Times New Roman.· Abstract should not be more than 300 words and single spaced· References should be based on the style approve by Department · Students should submit five copies of their projects· The report should be bound in hard cover.· The approved Programme color is lemon green.