BUILDING AND CIVIL

The Building and Civil Engineering Department at Mukurweini Technical Training Institute is one of the largest and most dynamic departments, dedicated to providing quality education and hands-on training in the construction and civil engineering sectors.

Vision and Mission

The department envisions becoming a center of excellence in delivering quality learning, research, and innovation in building and civil engineering. It strives to achieve world-class standards by offering market-driven programs from artisan through certificate to diploma levels. The curriculum emphasizes research and practical skills to address global challenges, integrating theory with practice through industrial attachments and field visits. All programs are approved by the Technical Vocational Education and Training Authority (TVETA).

Academic Programs

The department offers a range of programs designed to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge:

• Diploma Programs (Level 6):

  • Building Technician
  • Civil Engineering
  • Water Engineering
  • Construction Management
  • Ceramic Technology
  • Quantity Surveying

• Certificate Programs (Level 5):

  • Ceramic Technology
  • Carpentry and Joinery
  • Land Survey
  • Plumbing
  • Interior Design

• Short Courses (Level 4):

  • Interior Design
  • Concrete Field Testing
  • Carpentry and Joinery
  • Plumbing
  • Ceramic Technology
  • Masonry
  • Construction Surveying

• Trade Test Courses:

  • Ceramic Level 3
  • Tilling Grade I, II, III
  • Masonry Grade Test I, II, III
  • Plumber Pipe Fitter Grade Test I, II, III
  • Carpentry

These programs are designed to meet the dynamic needs of the industry and community, ensuring that graduates are well-prepared for the workforce.

Department Leadership

The department is led by Mr. Harun G. Gathiaka, who oversees the implementation of the curriculum and ensures the quality of training provided.

Location and Contact Information

The Building and Civil Engineering Department is located at Mukurweini Technical Training Institute, 500 meters past Gikondi Shopping Center, near Gikondi Catholic Church in Mukurweini Sub-County, Nyeri County, Kenya. For inquiries, you can contact the institute at 0710 440944 or via email at mukurweinitti@gmail.com.

For more information about the department and its programs, you can visit the official website at https://mukurweinitechnical.ac.ke/building-and-civil-engineering/.

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