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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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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>
Cyber Security Level 6<\/strong><\/td>KCSE C- (Minus)<\/td>8 Terms<\/td>CDACC<\/td><\/tr>
ICT Technician Level 6<\/strong><\/td>KCSE C- (Minus)<\/td>8 Terms<\/td>CDACC<\/td><\/tr>
ICT Technician Level 5<\/strong><\/td>KCSE D (Plain)<\/td>6 Terms<\/td>CDACC<\/td><\/tr>
ICT Technician Level 4<\/strong><\/td>KCPE Certificate<\/td>3 Terms<\/td>CDACC<\/td><\/tr>
Computer Packages<\/strong><\/td>Open to All<\/td>3 Months<\/td>TTVC<\/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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  • Cybersecurity Focus:<\/strong> We offer one of the few Level 6 Cybersecurity programs in the region, focusing on ethical hacking, digital forensics, and network defense.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Modern Infrastructure:<\/strong> Our labs are equipped with the latest software and hardware to support hands-on learning in networking, hardware maintenance, and software development.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Industry-Aligned Curriculum:<\/strong> Our CDACC-certified courses are developed in collaboration with industry experts, ensuring your skills match current market demands.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Professional Progression:<\/strong> Students can start at Level 4 (Artisan equivalent) and progress through to Level 6 (Diploma equivalent), creating a seamless career ladder.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Digital Literacy for All:<\/strong> Through our 3-month Computer Packages course, we provide essential digital skills to the broader community, covering office productivity tools and internet safety.<\/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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    • IT Support Technicians<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Network Administrators<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Cybersecurity Analysts<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Database Managers<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Digital Consultants and Entrepreneurs<\/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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