Type Engineering College Vice-Chancellor Dasho Nidup Dorji Nickname JNEC Phone +975 07260286 | Established 22 Feb 1974 Director Dr. Andu Dukpa Founded 22 February 1974 | |
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Location Dewathang, Samdrupjingkhar, Bhutan Motto Technology Towards Better Tomorrow Similar Sherubtse College, Royal Bhutan Police, Regional Revenue and Cust | ||
The Jigme Namgyel Engineering College (earlier known as Jigme Namgyel Polytechnic) is a constituent colleges of the Royal University of Bhutan. It was established in 1972, coinciding with the third five-year economic development plan. It is 800 metres (2,600 ft) above sea level and is at the west end of Dewathang town. The institute is 18 kilometres (11 mi) from Samdrup Jongkhar in eastern Bhutan.
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History
It started with infrastructure development in 1972 and started offering diploma-level programmes in civil and electrical engineering from 22 February 1974. The course in mechanical engineering was introduced in 1988. In the early '70s, it offered certificate-level courses in surveying and draughting. (The courses in surveying and draughting were discontinued from the late '80s.)
Vision
"A premier Institute of applied engineering, management and technology towards developing highly competent and innovative technical personnel infused with the values of Gross National Happiness."
Mission
- To provide quality education, driven by GNH values, in the field of applied engineering, management and technology that are current and beneficial to individuals, employers and the nation;
- To conduct research and innovation in relevant areas;
- To provide resourceful services through professional development training, consultancy and expert services; and
- To develop active linkages with organizations and academic institutions both within and outside the country.