دانلود کتاب Bridging the Academia Industry Divide: Innovation and Industrialisation Perspective using Systems Thinking Research in Sub-Saharan Africa

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Preface
Acknowledgements
Abbreviations
Contents
List of Figures
List of Tables
About the Authors
Chapter 1: Introduction
1.1 Research Background
1.2 Initiatives to Enhance Engineering Education
1.3 NUSESA, EEEP and HEP SSA
1.4 Macroeconomic Situations and Policies
1.5 Engineering Skills Development and Training
1.6 Synopsis and Scope of the Book
1.7 Collaborating Institutions and Industry Partners
1.8 Significance and Contributions to Knowledge
1.9 Summary and Outline of the Book
References
Chapter 2: Industrialisation and Technology Dynamics: Recent Research Trends
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Industrial Revolutions
2.2.1 Origins and Transformations in Industry
2.2.2 Transformations in Other Sectors
2.3 Technology Dynamics and Complexities
2.3.1 Challenges and Opportunities
2.3.2 Effects on Industrialising Countries
2.3.3 Techniques for Productivity in Industry
2.4 Fourth Industrial Revolution and Engineering Training
2.4.1 Rapid Transformation to Integration
2.4.2 Engineering Education Transformations
2.4.3 Parallel Transformations in Industry
2.5 Impact on Engineering Education and Policies
2.5.1 Polytechnics to Universities
2.5.2 Shortages and Mismatch of Skills
2.5.3 Double Degrees and Double Majors
2.5.4 Collaborations in Southern Africa
2.6 Training Challenges and Possible Solutions
2.6.1 Complexities and Uncertainties
2.6.2 From AI to IA
2.6.3 Promotion of Creativity and Innovation
2.6.4 Online Learning Resources
2.7 Conclusion
References
Chapter 3: Systems Thinking Research: Adapting for Engineering Change Management
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Systems Thinking Tools
3.2.1 Analysis and Synthesis
3.2.2 Interconnectedness
3.2.3 Process and Systems Mapping
3.2.4 Emergence (Outcome of Systems Interactions)
3.3 Systems Thinking Operations
3.3.1 System Dynamics and Complexities
3.3.2 Feedback Loops and Control of System Performance
3.3.3 Causal Loop Flow Diagrams
3.4 Implementation of Systems Thinking
3.5 Successes and Failures in Systems Thinking
3.6 Conclusion
References
Chapter 4: Academia and Industry Collaborations: A Research and Professional Perspective
4.1 Introduction
4.1.1 Importance of Academia–Industry Partnerships
4.1.2 Building Robust and Successful Collaborations
4.2 Collaborations in Southern Africa
4.2.1 Shortages and Mismatch of Skills in the Region
4.2.2 Knowledge-Sharing Workshops
4.2.3 Sharing of Resources Under Distress
4.2.4 Focus Areas of Discussion and Key Resolutions
4.2.5 Foundations for Systems Thinking Modelling
4.3 Industrial Secondments
4.4 Continuous Professional Development
4.5 Project Resources and Equipment
4.6 International Backstopping
4.7 Academia Dialogue with Captains of Industry
4.8 Conclusion
References
Chapter 5: Problem- and Industry-Based Learning: Research, Theory and Practice
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Problem-Based Learning
5.2.1 Fundamentals of Problem-Based Learning
5.2.2 Designing Problem-Based Learning Pedagogy
5.2.3 Implementation of Problem-Based Learning
5.2.4 Challenges and Possible Solutions for PBL
5.3 Industry-Based Learning (IBL)
5.3.1 Overview of Industry-Based Learning
5.3.2 Objectives and Importance of Industry-Based Learning
5.3.3 Formulation and Evaluation of IBL Projects
5.4 Implementation of IBL in Southern Africa
5.4.1 University of Johannesburg
5.4.2 Universidade Eduardo Mondlane
5.4.3 Harare Institute of Technology
5.4.4 National University of Science and Technology
5.4.5 Chinhoyi University of Technology
5.4.6 Namibia University of Science and Technology
5.4.7 University of Zimbabwe
5.5 Industrial Secondments: UK Perspective
5.5.1 Criteria for Successful Secondments
5.5.2 Establishing Academia Industry Secondments
5.6 Industrial Design and Design Thinking
5.7 Systems Thinking Synchronisation of PBL and IBL
5.8 Conclusion
References
Chapter 6: Modelling, Simulation and Optimisation: Case Studies, Research Methods and Results
6.1 Introduction
6.2 Modelling Systems
6.3 Simulation of Operations
6.4 Process Mapping and Optimisation
6.5 Case Studies
6.5.1 Plant Reorganisation Using Machine Distance Matrices
6.5.1.1 Research Methodology
6.5.1.2 Reorganisation and Optimisation
6.5.1.3 Achievements and Conclusion
6.5.2 Optimisation for a Multi-product Assembling Plant
6.5.2.1 Research Methodology
6.5.2.2 Results, Verification and Validation
6.5.2.3 Achievements and Conclusion
6.5.3 Process Flows and Layout for a Foundry
6.5.3.1 Research Methodology
6.5.3.2 Results and Optimisation of the Foundry
6.5.3.3 Achievements and Conclusion
6.5.4 Casting Technology for Sustainable Manufacture
6.5.4.1 Research Methodology
6.5.4.2 Results and Optimisation of the Gating System
6.5.4.3 Achievements and Conclusion
6.5.5 Comminution and Flotation Circuits in Mineral Processing
6.5.5.1 Research Methodology
6.5.5.2 Simulation and Experimentation
6.5.5.3 Results and Optimisation
6.5.5.4 Achievements and Conclusion
6.6 Conclusion
References
Chapter 7: Capacity Building and Sustainability: Research Findings and Recommendations
7.1 Introduction
7.2 Sustainability Planning and Implementation
7.3 Capacity Utilisation in Industry
7.4 Capacity Building in Engineering Education
7.5 Centres of Excellence and Doctoral Training Centres
7.5.1 Doctoral Training Centres: UK Perspective
7.5.2 Doctoral Training Centres in Sub-Saharan Africa
7.5.3 DTC Initiation and Funding
7.5.4 DTC Potential Areas of Research in Southern Africa
7.5.5 DTC Implementation and Self-Sustenance
7.6 Chairs and Adjunct Appointments
7.6.1 Professorial Chairs
7.6.2 Adjunct or Visiting Professorships
7.7 Integrated Approaches Using Systems Thinking
7.8 Continuity of Donor-Funded Projects
7.9 Conclusion
References
Chapter 8: Access to Modern Technology: Smart Partnerships for Research and Practice
8.1 Introduction
8.2 Situational Analysis
8.2.1 Age of Equipment and Origins
8.2.2 Condition and Utilisation of the Equipment
8.2.3 Maintenance Expertise and Sources of Spares
8.2.4 Combined Analysis of Factors
8.3 Build-Operate-Transfer Scheme
8.4 Smart Procurement, Use and Maintenance of Equipment
8.5 Consultancy and Research
8.6 Conclusion
References
Chapter 9: Coopetition and Virtual Collaborations: Global Competitiveness in Research and Practice
9.1 Introduction
9.2 Coopetition in Higher Education
9.2.1 Virtual Collaborations and Networks in Higher Education
9.2.2 Coopetition at Multiple Levels in Higher Education
9.3 Higher Education Partnerships in Sub-Saharan Africa
9.3.1 NUSESA and EEEP Coopetition Models
9.3.2 HEP SSA Coopetition and Virtual Model: SAE2Net
9.3.3 HEP SSA Coopetition Model Objectives
9.4 HEP SSA Coopetition Model Outcomes and Impact
9.5 Challenges and Opportunities in Virtual Collaborations
9.6 Conclusion
References
Chapter 10: Incubation and Technology Parks: Recent Trends, Research and Approaches
10.1 Introduction
10.2 Business Incubation Principles
10.2.1 Business Incubators and Accelerators
10.2.2 Classification of Business Incubators
10.2.3 Academia Business Incubation Process and Selection
10.2.4 Incubation Performance and Impacts
10.3 Innovation Hubs and Industrial Technology Parks
10.3.1 Innovation Hub and Agro-Industrial Park: University of Zimbabwe
10.3.2 Centre for Minerals Research: University of Cape Town
10.3.3 Institute for Intelligent Systems: University of Johannesburg
10.3.4 Technopreneurship Development Centre: Harare Institute of Technology
10.3.5 Food Science and Technology: Universidade Eduardo Mondlane
10.3.6 Renewable Energy: Namibia University of Science and Technology
10.4 Incubation Success Variables and Factors
10.5 Customisation of Incubators for Flexibility
10.6 Conclusion
References
Chapter 11: Commercialisation and Industrialisation: Research Prognosis for Academia Entrepreneurships
11.1 Introduction
11.1.1 The Triple Helix Model
11.1.2 Background to Commercialisation and Industrialisation
11.1.3 Entrepreneurships in Academia
11.2 Knowledge and Technology Transfer as Tools for Commercialisation
11.3 Academia Start-Ups and Spin-Offs
11.4 Intellectual Property Rights in Academia Research
11.5 Support Infrastructure
11.6 Entrepreneurship Models and Mechanisms
11.7 Academia Entrepreneurship in Southern Africa
11.8 Performance Measurement and Sustainability
11.8.1 Importance-Performance Analysis
11.8.2 Analysis of Inputs and Outputs
11.9 Drivers and Barriers to Academia Entrepreneurship
11.9.1 Stimulants for Academia Entrepreneurship
11.9.2 Obstacles to Academia Entrepreneurship
11.9.3 Packaging a Winning Start-Up to Attract Business Incubators
11.10 Conclusion
References
Chapter 12: Modelling the ‘Bridge’: Research Verification and Validation
12.1 Introduction
12.2 Equipment and Technology
12.3 Skills Development and Training
12.4 Professional Development Policies
12.5 Integrated Universal Systems Thinking Model
12.6 Model Verification and Validation
12.7 Conclusion
References
Chapter 13: Challenges and Opportunities: Discussion and Predictions from Research Findings
13.1 Introduction
13.2 Practices and Shortfalls in Academia and Industry
13.3 Capacity Utilisation and Productivity in Industry
13.4 Capacity Building and Sustainability
13.5 Build-Operate-Transfer: Smart Procurement of Equipment
13.6 Community Service and Spin-Off Activities
13.7 Constraints and Limitations
13.8 Regional Collaborations and Integration
13.9 Conclusion
References
Chapter 14: Conclusions: Consolidated Research Findings and Recommendations
14.1 Introduction
14.2 Industrial Transformations
14.3 Academia and Industry Partnerships
14.4 Capacity Building and Sustainability
14.5 Regional Integration and Internationalisation
14.6 Commercialisation of Research and Wealth Creation
14.7 Systems Modelling and Integration
14.8 Contributions to Research and Knowledge
14.9 Limitations, Challenges and Opportunities
14.10 Recommendations for Further Research
Appendix
References
Index