{"id":369,"date":"2026-05-24T07:03:49","date_gmt":"2026-05-24T07:03:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tharakatechnical.ac.ke\/?page_id=369"},"modified":"2026-06-21T10:29:08","modified_gmt":"2026-06-21T10:29:08","slug":"building-and-civil-engineering","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/tharakatechnical.ac.ke\/?page_id=369","title":{"rendered":"Building and Civil Engineering."},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Department of Building and Civil Engineering.<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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The Building and Civil Engineering department’s mission is to equip learners with the relevant technical skills which will enhance, through training, the acquisation of the necessary transformative skills in the courses offered for self employment, employment and career advancement in the area of specialization. We also offer short courses in tiling, pipe fitter,scaffolding, painting and plastering.Enroll and train with us today<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Mr. Edwin Mugendi. Head Of Department (HOD)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Our Course Offerings<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
Course Name<\/strong><\/td>Minimum Requirement<\/strong><\/td>Duration<\/strong><\/td>Examining Body<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/thead>
C<\/strong>ivil Engineering Level 6<\/td>KCSE C- (Minus)<\/td>8 Modules<\/td>CDACC<\/td><\/tr>
Building Technology Level 6<\/td>KCSE C- (Minus)<\/td>8 Modules<\/td>CDACC<\/td><\/tr>
Building Technology Level <\/strong>5<\/td>KCSE D (Plain)<\/td>5 Modules<\/td>CDACC<\/td><\/tr>
Plumbing Level 5<\/td>KCSE D (Plain)<\/td>5 Modules<\/td>CDACC<\/td><\/tr>
Plumbing Level <\/strong>4<\/td>KCSE D- (Minus)<\/td>3 Modules<\/td>CDACC<\/td><\/tr>
Masonry Level 4<\/td>KCSE D- (Minus)<\/td>3 Modules<\/td>CDACC<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Why Choose the Building Department at TTVC?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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  • Diverse Pathways:<\/strong> Programs are offered at multiple tiers\u2014from entry-level Artisan<\/strong> and Craft Certificate<\/strong> courses to advanced 3-year Diploma<\/strong> tracks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Hands-on Training:<\/strong> The curriculum balances structural and scientific theory with intensive practical exercises in dedicated masonry, plumbing, and carpentry workshops.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • TVET Framework Alignment:<\/strong> Courses are designed to meet modern Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) standards, ensuring that skills translate directly to current building technologies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Employability and Entrepreneurship:<\/strong> The training prepares you for both corporate employment and self-employment (as an independent contractor or craftsman).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Industry Integration:<\/strong> Programs include mandatory industrial attachments to give you real-world exposure and professional networks before graduation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Career Opportunities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Graduates from this department are prepared for roles such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • Site Supervisor \/ Construction Manager:<\/strong> Overseeing daily on-site construction operations, managing workforce teams, and ensuring adherence to blueprints and safety regulations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Civil Engineering Technician:<\/strong> Supporting senior engineers in designing, building, and maintaining public infrastructure such as roads, bridges, and water systems.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Quantity Surveyor Assistant \/ Cost Estimator:<\/strong> Calculating material quantities, managing project expenses, and preparing cost estimates or bills of quantities (BOQ).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Building Inspector:<\/strong> Reviewing construction work for compliance with local building codes, zoning laws, and safety regulations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Specialized Craft Specialist:<\/strong> High-demand technical roles depending on your specialization area:<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Plumbing Inspector \/ Pipefitter:<\/strong> Designing, maintaining, or installing commercial and residential water and sanitation systems.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Masonry Technician:<\/strong> Managing brickwork, stonework, and foundational concrete installations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Carpenter & Joiner:<\/strong> Creating custom wood structural framing or architectural woodwork.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Draftsperson \/ CAD Technician:<\/strong> Creating structural drawings and utilizing digital software to map out architectural and engineering plans.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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      Ready to start your journey?<\/strong> Visit the Department of Building and Civil Engineering at our main campus to enroll or learn more about our intake periods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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