Mechanical Engineering
The Mechanical engineering department trains students in various courses on the principles and skills in Mechanical engineering enabling them to offer approved and quality solutions to the problems existing in the market and in line with the daily trends in technology advancement.
Courses offered and requirements vary depending on the level as indicated below: –
Diploma in Automotive Engineering (KNEC)
Certificate in Automotive Engineering (KNEC)
Artisan in Mechanical Engineering (General Fitter) (KNEC)
Artisan in Motor Vehicle Mechanics (KNEC)
Course | Requirements | Duration | Examining Body |
Diploma in automotive engineering | KCSE mean grade C- and above/ equivalent qualification from a known examination body/institution | 3 years | KNEC |
Certificate in automotive engineering | KCSE mean grade D plain / equivalent qualification from a known examination body/institution | 2 years | KNEC |
Artisan in motor vehicle mechanics | KCPE/KCSE certificate | 2 years | KNEC |
Diploma in welding and fabrication | KCSE mean grade C- and above/ equivalent qualification from a known examination body/institution | 3 years | KNEC |
Certificate in welding and fabrication | KCSE mean grade D plain / equivalent qualification from a known examination body/institution | 2 years | KNEC |
Artisan in welding and fabrication | KCSE mean grade of E and D- | 2 years | KNEC |
The department has set up plans to introduce Competency Based Educational Training (CBET) in Motor Vehicle Mechanics and also Electrical installation.
In due time all courses in Mechanical Engineering, Surveying and Electrical engineering (Instrumentation & Control Eng. and Telecommunication options) will be available.
Career opportunities when pursuing engineering related courses are very wide and also have greater opportunities in self-employment, starting with very little capital.
Other careers include: –
- Automotive technician
- Instrumentation and Control technicians
- Mechanical technician
- Trainers