Engr. Prof. Henry Ohiani Ohize
Head of Department, Computer Engineering
Professor Henry Ohiani Ohize is a distinguished academic and professional engineer with deep expertise in embedded systems, artificial intelligence, and computer engineering design. He steers the department toward global excellence, fostering innovation in emerging fields such as robotics, telecommunications, and software engineering. Under his visionary leadership, the Computer Engineering programme maintains rigorous COREN standards, industry partnerships, and a strong research-driven culture that prepares graduates to excel worldwide.
University Vision & Mission
Vision: To become a globally recognized, world-class institution renowned for producing highly skilled and innovative graduates who are competitive in the global marketplace and capable of solving real-world challenges through research, technology, and entrepreneurship.
Mission: To provide high-quality education in science, technology, and innovation through effective teaching, practical learning, and impactful research, while nurturing creative, ethical, and entrepreneurial graduates equipped to contribute meaningfully to societal and global progress.
Department Vision & Mission
Vision: To be a world-class Department of Computer Engineering, recognized globally for excellence, producing highly qualified, employable graduates who apply themselves competently across Artificial Intelligence, Electronics, Computer Architecture, Control, Telecommunications, Embedded Systems, Robotics, and emerging fields.
Mission: To engage competently qualified faculty and state-of-the-art facilities within a dynamic curriculum, promoting knowledge and skill acquisition for the overall development of students, the nation, and humanity.
Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs)
Graduates of the B.Eng. Computer Engineering programme are expected to achieve these career and professional objectives within a few years after graduation.
PEO1 – Technical Competency Demonstrate competency in applying the knowledge of physical and engineering sciences in both current and emerging technological areas of the profession, and the practical skills acquired, employing relevant modern research and analytical tools, in products, systems and components design and development, and compete excellently well in the global arena.
PEO2 – Critical Problem Solving Demonstrate the critical thinking capability in identifying and proffering solutions to common contemporary and complex societal problems that are either engineering or multi-disciplinary in nature.
PEO3 – Leadership & Teamwork Function effectively well as a professional engaged either in individual capacity or as a member or the leader in a team-work involving people from similar or diverse professional backgrounds, and be able to manage human and capital resources to achieve optimum performance.
PEO4 – Integrity & Lifelong Learning Demonstrate professional integrity, committing to ethical standards and observing social and environmental responsibilities to the society in the practice of the profession, and engage in life-long learning and continuing professional development.
PEO5 – Communication & Dissemination Demonstrate necessary communication skills to be able to disseminate effectively, ideas and thoughts concerning products development, research innovations, inventions, breakthroughs, discoveries, etc., to diverse audiences and at different fora.
Alignment with Institutional Goals
The PEOs are deeply integrated with CUSTECH’s vision of producing innovative graduates and its mission to drive technological progress. Emphasis on ethical leadership, global competitiveness, and lifelong learning supports the university’s strategic pillars: research, entrepreneurship, and sustainable development.
Programme Outcomes (POs) – Graduate Attributes
Upon graduation, Computer Engineering students demonstrate the ability to:
PO1 – Engineering Knowledge Apply knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering fundamentals, and an engineering specialization to the solution of developmental and complex engineering problems. (PO1.1: identify & apply knowledge in mathematics/science/engineering).
PO2 – Problem Analysis Identify, formulate, research literature, and analyze developmental and complex engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences, and engineering sciences. (PO2.1: integrate concepts; PO2.2: extract vital information; PO2.3: apply ingenuity).
PO3 – Design/Development of Solutions Proffer solutions for developmental or complex engineering problems and design systems, components, or processes that meet specified needs with appropriate consideration for public health and safety, cultural, societal, and environmental considerations. (PO3.1: societal impact; PO3.2: cultural diversity; PO3.3: public health/safety).
PO4 – Investigation Conduct investigation into developmental or complex problems using research-based knowledge and research methods including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of information to provide valid conclusions. (PO4.1: set-up experiments; PO4.2: statistical tools; PO4.3: appropriate research methods).
PO5 – Modern Tool Usage Create, select, and apply appropriate techniques, resources and modern engineering and ICT tools, including prediction, modelling and optimization to developmental and complex engineering activities, with an understanding of the limitations. (PO5.1: inherent tool limitations; PO5.2: identify appropriate techniques; PO5.3: proficiency in ICT tools).
PO6 – Engineer and Society Apply reasoning informed by contextual knowledge including Humanities and Social Sciences to assess societal, health, safety, legal and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to professional engineering practice. (PO6.1: legal implications; PO6.2: contribution of engineers to society).
PO7 – Environment & Sustainability Understand the impact of professional engineering solutions in societal and environmental contexts and demonstrate knowledge of and need for sustainable development. (PO7.1: environmental/societal impact; PO7.2: ethical dilemmas recognition).
PO8 – Ethics Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of engineering practice, including adherence to the COREN Engineers Code of Conducts. (PO8.1: COREN code knowledge; PO8.2: apply professional responsibilities; PO8.3: diversity appreciation).
PO9 – Individual & Teamwork Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse teams and in multi-disciplinary settings. (PO9.1: complete set goals; PO9.2: adopt ideas as team lead; PO9.3: multi-disciplinary collaboration).
PO10 – Communication Communicate effectively on developmental or complex engineering activities with the engineering community and with society at large, such as being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear instructions. (PO10.1: communicate within/outside engineering; PO10.2: presentations; PO10.3: appropriate media).
PO11 – Project Management & Finance Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of engineering, management and financial principles and apply these to one's own work, as a member and leader in a team, to manage projects and in multi-disciplinary environments. (PO11.1: execute projects; PO11.2: budget management; PO11.3: recognition of project management skills).
PO12 – Lifelong Learning Recognize the need for, and have the preparations and ability to engage in independent and lifelong learning in the broadest context of technological and social changes. (PO12.1: learn new technologies; PO12.2: apply knowledge from journals/publications to improve processes).
Career Prospects & Specializations
Core Industry Sectors
AI & Machine Learning
Embedded Systems & IoT
Telecommunications
Robotics & Automation
Semiconductor/VLSI Design
Software Engineering
Cybersecurity
Computer Architecture
Data Science & Analytics
Emerging & Interdisciplinary Fields
Edge AI & TinyML
Autonomous Systems
5G/6G Networks
Quantum Computing
Industrial Control Systems
Biomedical Engineering (Medical Devices)
Renewable Energy Systems (Smart Grids)
Admission Entry Requirements
UTME Entry
Five (5) O'Level credit passes including Mathematics, English, Physics, Chemistry, and any other science subject. Minimum UTME score as prescribed by the university. Duration: 5 academic years (10 semesters).
Direct Entry (DE)
Two 'A' level passes in relevant subjects (Mathematics/Physics/Chemistry) or OND/HND in Computer/Electrical Engineering with upper credit. O'Level credits as above. Duration: 4 academic years.
State-of-the-Art Facilities & Innovation Hubs
Cutting-edge labs for Embedded Systems, AI/Robotics, Telecommunications, and Hardware Design. The department collaborates with industry leaders on real-world projects, internships, and industrial visits to high-tech parks and data centers.
Embedded Systems Lab
AI & Robotics Studio
Telecom & Networks Lab
FPGA & VLSI Design Centre
Innovation & Entrepreneurial Culture
Computer Engineering students engage in hands-on projects: developing smart embedded solutions, mobile applications, AI-driven platforms, and prototype systems that address local and global challenges. The department fosters technology entrepreneurship and supports student-led startups in hardware/software innovation.
Smart Agriculture Systems
AI Healthcare Diagnostics
IoT Home Automation
Renewable Energy Monitoring
Mobile App Development
Annual Tech Exhibition and Hackathon: students showcase inventions, prototypes, and research contributions.
Modern Tools & Software
- MATLAB/Simulink, Python (AI/ML libraries)
- FPGA Tools (Vivado, Quartus) & VLSI suites
- Embedded IDEs (Arduino, STM32, Raspberry Pi)
- Cloud Computing & Simulation (AWS, Cisco Packet Tracer)
- CAD for Electronics (Altium, Eagle)
Industry Collaboration & COREN Alignment
The curriculum is regularly reviewed to meet COREN accreditation requirements and international benchmarks (Washington Accord). Partnerships with technology firms, research institutes, and government agencies enable internships, guest lectures, and industry-sponsored capstone projects, ensuring graduate employability and readiness.
COREN Accredited Standards NUC Full Accreditation
