IEEE Instrumentation & Measurement Society (IMS)

Introduction

The IEEE Instrumentation & Measurement Society (IMS) – KNUST Student Chapter is a student-driven organization dedicated to advancing technology through instrumentation and measurement science, embedded systems, and related engineering fields.

Purpose

Promote the study and application of instrumentation and measurement technologies among students.
Bridge the gap between classroom theory and real-world engineering practice.

Mandate

Contribute to the global IEEE IMS agenda through impactful student-led activities.

Key Activities

Technical workshops and hands-on engineering training.
Industry seminars and guest lectures.
Project exhibitions and competitions.

Projects, Programs & Flagship Activities

Ongoing & Completed Projects

Africa Robotics and Intelligent Sensing Expo (ARISE)
Automation & Robotics Mini-Projects
IEEE I&M Society Symposium

Flagship Programs

IMS Tech Bootcamp
Annual workshops on robotics and smart sensing
Innovation & Measurement Challenge (IMC)

Plans & Goals for the Year

Expand IMS outreach to high schools.
Strengthen partnerships with industry bodies through seminars.
Increase membership engagement through class-by-class publicity.

Executives & Membership

2026/2027 Executive Board

Chairperson: Angelina Boadiwaa Ofori
Vice Chairperson: Randy Opoku Agyemang
General Secretary: Sally Sakyibea Tachie
Financial Secretary: Oscar Fosu Ababio
Organizing Secretary: Yaw Abrefa-Agyapong Atuahene
Public Relations Officer: King Bernard Govina
Web Master: Osthine Ningyen Kpienaang

How to Join the Chapter

Fill out the chapter membership form (online or at chapter events).
Register as an IEEE student member via the official IEEE website.
Join our WhatsApp group.

Member Support

The chapter supports members through technical training, research support, and career development by organizing hands-on training on sensors, measurement tools, and embedded systems.