University of Engineering and Technology, Lahore facts for kids
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Former names
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Mughalpura Technical College, Maclagan Engineering College |
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| Motto | Read in the name of thy Lord who creates! |
| Type | Public |
| Established | 1921 |
| Chancellor | Governor of the Punjab |
| Vice-Chancellor | Prof. Dr. Aziz Akbar |
| Registrar | Muhammad Asif |
| Location | , , |
| Nickname | UET |
| Affiliations | Higher Education Commission (Pakistan), Pakistan Engineering Council, Pakistan Council for Architects and Town Planners, Washington Accord |
| Mascot | UETian |
The University of Engineering and Technology, Lahore (UET Lahore) is a very old and important engineering university in Pakistan. It is known for teaching students about science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). Many smart people have studied and taught here.
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About UET Lahore
UET Lahore is a public university. This means it gets money from the government. It is open to everyone who meets the requirements. The university helps students learn skills for many different jobs.
A Look Back in Time
UET Lahore started a long time ago in 1921. It was first called Mughalpura Technical College. Later, its name changed to Maclagan Engineering College. Over the years, it grew bigger and became the University of Engineering and Technology. It has been teaching engineering for over 100 years!
What You Can Study
At UET Lahore, students can learn about many types of engineering. They study things like chemical engineering, which is about making new materials. They also learn about how to build things and how computers work. The university has many different departments for learning.
Important People at UET
The head of the university is called the Vice-Chancellor. Currently, this is Professor Dr. Aziz Akbar. The Governor of Punjab is the Chancellor. This is like a special leader who helps guide the university. The Registrar, Muhammad Asif, helps manage the university's records.
What Makes UET Special
UET Lahore is connected to many important groups. These groups make sure that the education at UET is top-notch. For example, the Higher Education Commission (Pakistan) helps guide all universities in Pakistan. The Pakistan Engineering Council makes sure engineers are well-trained. UET is also part of the Washington Accord. This means its engineering degrees are recognized in many countries around the world.
University Campus and Buildings
The main campus of UET Lahore is in the city of Lahore. It has many buildings where students learn and study. There are classrooms, labs, and a big library. The library is called the National Library of Engineering Sciences. It has many books and resources for students.
Different Study Areas
The university has special places for different subjects. For example, there is a Department of Chemical Engineering. This is where students learn about chemistry and engineering. There is also a Laser and Optronics Center. This center focuses on light and optics technology.
Sports and Fun
UET Lahore also has a Sports Complex. It is sometimes called the Old Auditorium. This is where students can play sports and have fun. It's important for students to balance their studies with activities.
Images for kids
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Photomontage '18.
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Aerial Panorama of UET Lahore and its surrounding
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Khayaban e Fazal, the newly constructed entrance of UET Lahore
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UET Narowal Campus (Temporary Building)
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Department of Chemical Engineering
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Sports Complex, also known as Old Auditorium, UET Lahore
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Laser and Optronics Center
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National Library of Engineering Sciences
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Ahsan Kareem, a professor at University of Notre Dame
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Ahsan Iqbal, a former federal minister of Pakistan
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Mosharraf Hossain, a Bangladeshi politician
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Mehreen Faruqi, an Australian politician
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