Federal Polytechnic, Oko
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| Type | Public Institution |
|---|---|
| Established | 1979 |
| Rector | Dr. Uche B. Onyegbu |
| Location | Oko, Anambra State , Nigeria |
| Campus | Rural campuses |
| Website | federalpolyoko |
Federal Polytechnic, Oko is a Nigerian polytechnic located in Oko, Orumba North Local Government Area, Anambra State.[1] Established in 1979,[2] it was previously named the College of Arts, Science and Technology.[3][4]
Federal Polytechnic, Oko is recognized as one of the developing tertiary institutions in Nigeria. It has established memoranda of understanding with several universities in Nigeria and abroad.[5][6]
On February 5, 2024, Dr. Uche B. Onyegbu became the Acting Rector of Federal Polytechnic, Oko.His appointment was made by Nigeria's Minister of Education, Professor Tahir Mamman. Dr Uche B. Onyegbu was the Deputy rector (Academic) before his appointment as the Acting Rector of Federal Polytechnic Oko, Anambra State, Nigeria.
Faculties/Schools[edit]
Presently, there are 8 academic faculties/schools in the polytechnic.[7][8]
School of Engineering Technology[edit]
- Civil Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Electronics Engineering
- Agricultural Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Agricultural Technology
- Chemical Engineering
School of Environmental Design and Technology[edit]
- Architecture
- Building Technology
- Estate Management
- Urban and Regional Planning
- Quantity Surveying
- Surveying and Geo-informatics[9]
School of Applied Science and Technology[edit]
- Science Laboratory Technology
- Home and Rural Economics
- Food Technology
- Mathematics and Statistics
- Hospitality Management and Tourism
- Computer Science[10]
School of Arts, Design and Printing Technology[edit]
School of Business Studies[edit]
- Business Administration & Management
- Public Administration
- Office Technology and Management
- Marketing
School of Information Technology
School of Financial Studies[edit]
School of General Studies[edit]
Campus[edit]
The Polytechnic has three campuses located across Nigeria.[11]
- The main campus is at Oko which occupies a total land area of 89 hectares or approximately acres.
- Ufuma campus occupies a total land area of 52 hectares or approximately 129 acres.
- Atani campus has a total area of 40 hectares.[12]
References[edit]
- ^ "Anambra govt dissolves Oko town union, cites crises over appointment of Okopoly's governing council". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. 3 March 2023. Retrieved 5 May 2023.
- ^ "Federal Polytechnics". Federal Ministry of Education. Retrieved 17 May 2021.
- ^ "About". federalpolyoko.edu.ng. Retrieved 19 May 2021.
- ^ "Oko Poly Archives". Vanguard News. Retrieved 22 May 2021.
- ^ "Welcome to Oko | Oko Polytechnic". Archived from the original on 19 May 2021. Retrieved 19 May 2021.
- ^ "Change Federal Poly Oko to Ekwueme Varsity of Technology—Alumnus begs Buhari". Vanguard News. 27 January 2018. Retrieved 22 May 2021.
- ^ "Federal Polytechnic,Oko courses, details and contact information - CoursesEye.com". www.courseseye.com. Retrieved 17 May 2021.
- ^ "Updated List Of Courses Offered In Federal Polytechnic, oko & FEES". O3schools. 24 February 2021. Retrieved 17 May 2021.
- ^ "School of Environmental Design and Technology". federalpolyoko.edu.ng. Retrieved 2 June 2021.
- ^ "The Nation Newspaper". Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics. Retrieved 4 June 2021.
- ^ "Federal Polytechnic, Oko okopoly| School Fees, Courses & Admission info". universitycompass.com. Retrieved 17 May 2021.
- ^ "Federal Polytechnic Oko, Atani Campus". Finelib.com. Retrieved 23 June 2022.
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