Kiambu National Polytechnic (formerlyKiambu Institute of Science and Technology – KIST )is a government technical vocational education (TVET) institution located 14 kilometers from Nairobi city center along Kiambu Road. Established in 1973, this institution offers TVETA-accredited industrial and technical training at Diploma, Craft, and Artisan levels.

Kiambu National Polytechnic Contact Details and Location

Location: Off Thika-Kangari Road, Kiambu, Kenya.
PO Box: PO BOX 414-00900 Kiambu.
Phone: +254 727 807 713 / +254 734 207 663 / 020 3522550.
Email: [email protected] or [email protected].
Official Website: kiambupoly.ac.ke .

BRIEF HISTORY / BACKROUND

THE KIAMBU NATIONAL POLYTECHNIC (KINAP) was established in 1973 by the Kiambu Community on Harambee basis (Pulling Together and raising funds by Contributions From individual community members).Since its inception,The Kiambu National Polytechnic Has Produced Graduates Who fit Grobally competitve Needs of modern employees and and the emerging challenges.

KINAPis a (TVET) Institution under the Ministry of Education, it is registered to offer Technical and Vocational Education and Training.The Board of Governers (BOG) which is appointed by the Ministry of Education in consultaion with the stakeholders oversees the day-to-day running of the institution.

The core function of The Kiambu National Polytechnic is to Provide education and Training in TVET Programmes ,Promote research and Technological Developement.

The Kiambu National Polytechnic KINAP is ISO 9001:2015 Certfied under and as holistic approach to training self-driven Graduate aimed at achieving Kenya Industrialization and envisaged Vision 2030. The institution has actively participated in TVET trade fairs , Robots contests and Sports both at Regional and National Levels.

Kiambu National Polytechnic: Academic Departments

This polytechnic is divided into nine main departments offering various marketable courses:

Applied Sciences: Includes Applied Biology, Analytical Chemistry, and Medical Laboratory Technology.
ICT & Computer Studies: Offers training in Software Development, Cyber Security, and Network Administration.
Building & Civil Engineering: Includes Architecture, Quantity Surveying, and Plumbing.
Electrical & Electronics Engineering: Offers courses in Power Options, Telecommunication, and Instrumentation.
Mechanical & Automotive Engineering: Includes Industrial Mechatronics and Welding & Fabrication.
Hospitality: Includes Food and Beverage Management and Catering.
Business, Entrepreneurship and Social Studies: Offers courses in Human Resource, Supply Chain Management, and Social Work.
Baking Technology: Provides specialized baking training.
Industrial Mechatronics: A specialized department focused on modern industrial technology.

Kiambu National Polytechnic: Admission and Application

Intake: Admissions take place in January, May, and September each year.
Membership Requirements:
- Diploma (Level 6): Average of C- and above in KCSE.
- Certificate (Level 5): Average of D (Plain) and above in KCSE.
- Artisan (Level 4): Average of D- (Minus) or below.
Application Method: Applications can be made through the Admissions Portal by uploading a passport photograph, copies of KCSE results, birth certificate, and ID.

Kiambu National Polytechnic: Services and Facilities

Accommodation: There are hostels for students provided based on availability, charging approximately Kshs 6,200 per semester .
Library: Open Monday to Friday (8:00 AM – 9:00 PM) and Saturday (9:00 AM – 4:00 PM).
Health Services: There is a Level II clinic that provides medical services to students and staff.
Financial Aid: Students can apply for loans and grants from HELB through the KUCCPS system

Courses offered at Kiambu National Polytechnic (KINAP)

Kiambu National Polytechnic (KINAP), formerly known as Kiambu Institute of Science and Technology (KIST), offers various technical and vocational courses at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.Diploma (Level 6) , Certificate (Level 5) , and Artisan (Level 4/3) .

These courses are organized into the following nine main departments:

1. Applied Sciences

This department offers courses that prepare students to work in the food, chemical, and research industries.

Analytical Chemistry
Applied Biology
Medical Laboratory Technology
Environmental Science and Technology
General Agriculture
Food Science and Processing Technology
Applied Statistics

2. Building & Civil Engineering

This department is concerned with the skills of architecture, construction, and management of infrastructure projects.

Architecture & Architectural Technology
Civil Engineering
Building Technology
Quantity Surveying
Water Engineering
Plumbing & Masonry (Artisan & Certificate)
Interior Design

3. Information and Communication Technology (ICT & Computer Studies)

It provides modern technological skills needed in the digital job market.

Courses: ICT, Cyber Security, Software Development, Network/System Admin, ICT Technician, and ICDL.

4. Electrical & Electronics Engineering

Courses: Electrical Engineering (Power Option), Telecommunication, Instrumentation, and Solar PV

Important Links

P.O BOX 414-00900, Kiambu, Kenya
Main: 020 3522550
Office: 254-727-807713
Mobile: 254-734-207663
[email protected]
Contacts

The Kiambu National Polytechnic
P.O Box 414-00900 Kiambu
Tel 020 3522550, 0727807713, 0734207663
Email [email protected]

Kiambu National Polytechnic: Broncure

BRIEF HISTORY/BACKGROUND

THE KIAMBU NATIONAL POLYTECHNIC(KINAP) was estab-lished in 1973 by the Kiambu community on Harambee basis (pulling together and raising funds by contributions from individ-ual community members). Since its inception, the Kiambu Nation-al Polytechnic has played a vital role in transforming the youth and empowering them for a fulfilling career path by providing quality technical and vocational training, research and enhanced innovations for global impact.

KINAP is a (TVET) Institution under the Ministry of Educa-tion, it is registered to offer Technical and Vocational Education and Training. The Governing Council which is appointed by Minis-try of Education in consultation with the stakeholders oversees the day-to-day running of the institution. The core function of The Kiambu. National Polytechnic is to provide education and training in TVET programs, promote research and technological develop-ment. The Kiambu National Polytechnic KINAP is ISO 9001:2015certified and has a holistic approach to training self driven graduates aimed at achieving Kenya Industrialization en-visaged in the Vision 2030. The Polytechnic actively participates in both co-curricular and extracurricular activities at regional and National Levels.

APPLIED, AGRICULTURE AND ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES DEPT.

Science Laboratory Technology L6 (Mod)
KINAP
Industrial Chemistry Technology L6 (Mod)
KINAP
Food Technology L6 (Mod)
KINAP
Applied Statistics L6 (Mod)
KINAP
Applied Biology L6 (Mod)
KINAP
Analytical Chemistry Technology L6 (Mod)
KINAP
Environmental Technology L6 (Mod)
KINAP
Agriculture and Extension L6 (Mod)
KINAP
Animal Production level 6
KINAP
Dairy Management level 6
KINAP
Agripreneurship L6 (Mod)
KINAP
Food Technology L5 (Mod)
KINAP
Horticulture L5 (Mod)
KINAP
Science Laboratory Technology L5 (Mod)
KINAP
Environmental Technology L5 (Mod)
KINAP
Agripreneurship L5 (Mod)
KINAP
Agricultural and Extension L5 (Mod)
KINAP
Animal Production level 5
KINAP
Fire and rescue Technology level 5
KINAP
Dairy Technology level 5
KINAP
Horticulture L4 (Mod)
KINAP
General Agriculture L4 (Mod)
KINAP
Aquaculture L4 (Mod)
KINAP
Agripreneurship L4 (Mod)
KINAP
Livestock feed production level 4
KINAP
Bee Product Processing level 4
KINAP
Dairy processing level 4
KINAP
Animal Production level 4
KINAP
Meat processing level 4
KINAP
Apiary Attendance level 4
KINAP
Pig Production level 4
KINAP
Dairy farm Operations level 4
KINAP
Poultry broiler production level 4
KINAP
Poultry Kienyeji production level 4
KINAP
Poultry Layers production level 4
KINAP
Agriculture and Extension Level 3
KINAP
Horticulture L3 (Mod)
KINAP
Aquaculture L3 (Mod)
KINAP

Agripreneurship L3 (Mod)
KINAP
Poultry Layers production level 3
KINAP
Poultry Kienyeji production level 3
KINAP
Poultry broiler production level 3
KINAP
Sheep shearing level 3
KINAP
Dairy farm Operations level 3
KINAP
Pig Production level 3
KINAP
Apiary Attendance level 3
KINAP
Diploma in Medical Laboratory
KNEC
Agriculture and Extension L4
KINAP/CDACC

BUILDING AND CIVIL ENGINEERING DEPT.

Civil Engineering L6 (Mod)
KINAP
Building Technician L6 (Mod)
KINAP
Architecture L6 (Mod)
KINAP
Plumbing L5 (Mod)
KINAP
Carpentry and Joinery L5 (Mod)
KINAP
Building Technician L5 (Mod)
KINAP
Plumbing L4 (Mod)
KINAP
Masonry L4 (Mod)
KINAP
Carpentry and Joinery L4 (Mod)
KINAP
Plumbing L3 (Mod)
KINAP
Masonry L3 (Mod)
KINAP
Carpentry and Joinery L3 (Mod)
KINAP
Construction Management Level 6
KINAP/CDACC
Quantity Survey Level 6
KINAP/CDACC
Architectural Draftsmanship Level 5
KINAP/CDACC
Interior Design Level 6
KINAP/CDACC
Water Engineering Level 6
KINAP/CDACC

BUSINESS, ENTREPRENEURSHIP & SOCIAL STUDIES DEPT.

Project Management L6 (Mod)
KINAP
Procurement L6 (Mod)
KINAP
Office Administration L6 (Mod)
KINAP
Marketing L6 (Mod)
KINAP
Human Resource Management L6 (Mod)
KINAP
Cooperative Management L6 (Mod)
KINAP
Business Management L6 (Mod)
KINAP
Banking & Finance L6 (Mod)
KINAP
Accountancy L6 (Mod)
KINAP
Social Work L6 (Mod)
KINAP
Counseling L6 (Mod)
KINAP
Child Protection L6 (Mod)
KINAP
Social Work L5 (Mod)
KINAP
Counseling L5 (Mod)
KINAP
Child Protection L5 (Mod)
KINAP
Supply Chain Management Level 5
KINAP/CDACC

COMPUTING AND INFORMATICS DEPT.

Network System Administration L6 Dual (Mod)
KINAP
ICT Technician L6 (Mod)
KINAP
Software Development Level 6
KINAP
Software Development Level 5
KINAP
Network System Technician L5 (Mod)
KINAP
ICT Technician L5 Dual (Mod)
KINAP
ICT Operator L4 (Mod)
KINAP
Computer Science Level 6
KINAP
Cyber Security Level 6 Dual
KINAP

ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING DEPT.

Electrical Engineering Technology L6 (Mod/Dual)
KINAP
Electrical Installation L5 (Mod)
KINAP
Electrical Installation L4 (Mod)
KINAP
Electrical Installation L3 (Mod)
KINAP
Telecommunication Engineering L6 (Mod)
KINAP
Telecommunication Engineering L5 (Mod)
KINAP
Instrumentation and Control L6 (Mod)
KINAP
Instrumentation and Control L5 (Mod)
KINAP
Solar PV System Installation L5 (Mod/Dual)
KINAP
Solar PV System Installation L3 (Mod)
KINAP
Solar PV System Installation L4 (Mod)
KINAP

HOSPITALITY, FASHION AND COSMETOLOGY DEPT.

Nutrition and Dietetics L6 (Mod)
KINAP
Nutrition and Dietetics L5 (Mod)
KINAP
Food and Beverage Management (Production and Service) L6 (Mod/Dual)
KINAP
Catering and Accommodation L6 (Mod)
KINAP
Catering and Accommodation L5 (Mod)
KINAP
Food and Beverage Technician (Production and Service) L5 (Mod)
KINAP
Fashion Design L6 (Mod)
KINAP
Fashion Design L5 (Mod/Dual)
KINAP
Fashion Design L4 (Mod)
KINAP
Fashion Design L3 (Mod)
KINAP
Cosmetology L5 (Mod/Dual)
KINAP
Cosmetology L4(Mod)
KINAP
Cosmetology L3(Mod)
KINAP
Accommodation Operations L4 (Mod)
KINAP
Food and Beverage Cookery L4 (Mod)
KINAP
Food and Beverage Cookery L3 (Mod)
KINAP
Baking Technology L6
KINAP/CDACC
Baking Technology L5
KINAP/CDACC
Baking L4 (Mod)
KINAP
Baking L3 (Mod)
KINAP
Sewing Machine Operator L3 (Mod)
KINAP

MECHANICAL, MECHATRONICS AND AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING DEPT.

Welding Technology L6 (Mod)
KINAP
Mechanical Production Technician L6 (Mod/Dual)
KINAP
Automotive Technician L6 (Mod/Dual)
KINAP
Welding Technology L5 (Mod)
KINAP
Mechanical Production Technician L5 (Mod/Dual)
KINAP
Automotive Technician L5 (Mod/Dual)
KINAP
Industrial Mechatronics Technology L6 (Mod/Dual)
KINAP
Motor Cycle Mechanics L 4
KINAP
Motor Cycle Mechanics L 3
KINAP
Mechatronic Technology L 5
KINAP/CDACC
Automotive Technician L4
KINAP/CDACC
Mechanical production (Milling and Fabrication) L4
KINAP/CDACC
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning L4
KINAP/CDACC

1. Nutrition And Dietetics L6 (Mod)
Minimum requirements
KCSE Mean Grade C Or Nutrition and dietetics L5 (Mod) with; (a) Grade D+ (plus) in the following Mandatory sub-jects
i. Chemistry or Physical Sciences
ii. Biology/Biological Sciences
iii. English /Kiswahili and
(b) Grade D (plain) in any of the following Subjects:-
Physics, Mathematics, Home science, Agriculture or General Science
2. Diploma In Medical Laboratory
Minimum requirements for medical laboratory (cluster)KCSE Mean grade C (plain)
i. C in Mathematics/Physics
ii. C in Biology
iii. C in English/ Kiswahili
iv. C in Chemistry or Physical sciences or a pass in medical Lab Tech.
3. Nutrition and Dietetics L5 (Mod)
Minimum requirements KCSE Mean Grade D Plain
Grade D (plain) in the following mandatory subjects
i. Chemistry or Physical Sciences
ii. Biology/Biological Sciences
iii. English /Kiswahili and
(b) Grade D (plain) in any of the following Subjects
Mathematics, Physics, Home science, General Science

NOTE: All Level 6/ Diploma Courses take 7 – 8 modules and require a minimum mean grade of C- (Minus) and above or CBET L5, or L5 Modular in related course or Craft KNEC certificate or equivalent qualification as determined by KNQA.
All Level 5/Certificate courses take 5 modules and require a minimum mean grade of D (Plain) and above or level 4, or Level 4 Modular or KNEC artisan certificate in related course or equivalent qualification as deter-mined by KNQA.
All Level 4/ Artisan courses take 2 modules and require a minimum mean grade of D-(Minus) or Level 3, or level 3 modular or equivalent qualification as determined by KNQA.
All Level 3 courses take 1 module and require a minimum grade of KCPE and above or equivalent qualifications as determined by KNQA
Each module takes 3 months and is accompanied by summative exam. At the end of required modules one proceeds to Industry Training.
Applicants should attach photocopies of:-
i) K.C.S.E Certificate/Result Slip
ii) K.C.P.E Certificate/Result Slip
iii) Birth Certificate
iv) Leaving Certificate
v) Identification Card (ID)
A deposit slip of Kshs. 500 non refundable application fee.
Payment Modes
Fees can be paid through the following modes
Cooperative Bank Kiambu Branch, A/C 01100063992300
KCB Kiambu Branch A/C no. 1217852204 or pay through
M-Pesa: Co-op Bank Paybill no. 4108221
Account Number is (student name or admission number e.g. DCT/0324/22)
N/B: Unsuccessful applications will not be acknowledged.
THE KIAMBU NATIONAL POLYTECHNIC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY TRAINING INSTITUTION. PERSONS WITH DISABILITY AND WOMEN ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

KINAP DRIVING SCHOOL

COURSE
CATEGORY
Motorcycle
A2
B Light Auto
B1
B Light Manual
B2
B Professional
B3
Light Truck
C1
PSV
Endorsement
Refresher Course
Half Course

KINAP ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

a) Original of your ID, Result slip/certificates and Birth Certificate for verification.
Please note that presentation of FORGED documents is a criminal offence and the
institute shall not be held responsible for the consequences therein. You are further
required to ensure that you are fit and qualified for this course.

b) One (1) Copy of 40mm by 50mm Digital passport photograph

c) Admission letter (Kindly make a copy to be retained on admission).

BOARDING (OPTIONAL) PER TERM – Kshs. 6,200.00

• Boarding is subject to availability of rooms and full payment of tuition fees and other
levies. Students are strictly not allowed to cook or use heating appliances in the
hostels.

CATERING

• A variety of meals shall be served in KINAP pay- as-you-eat (PAYE) cafeteria.
Students will be able to make a choice from the available meals. All students, both
borders and commuters, are encouraged to take their meals in our Cafeteria INC.
• A copy of KINAP menu is available at the Institutes notice boards. The parents
/Guardians should provide the student with at least Kshs. 200.00 per day. This is an
estimate for breakfast, lunch and supper.

MODE OF PAYMENT

All fees must be paid in full on the reporting date. Payments should be made through:

a) Banker’s cheque, Postal order or direct deposit to Kiambu Institute of Science and Technology A/C No. 01100063992300 at Co-operative bank Kiambu Branch.

b) Co-operative bank Pay Bill. Go to “Lipa na Mpesa”, Select “Pay Bill”, Enter Business number “4108221”, Enter Account Number (Admission number/student name e.g., DEP/0900/22, Mustapha Ali), Enter Amount,
Enter MPESA PIN, Confirm transaction.

c) KCB Bank Account No. 1217852204; Account Name: Kiambu Institute of
Science and Technology

CONFIRMATION

• The student should confirm acceptance of the offer by paying 100% of the tuition fees
and levies to the Accounts office on or before the admission date.

HOSTEL REQUIREMENTS

The following personal effects will be required during admission

❖ 2 blankets
❖ 1 pillow
❖ 2 pillow cases
❖ 2 pairs of bed sheets
❖ Tooth paste
❖ Tooth brush
❖ Toilet paper
❖ Toilet soap
❖ Sports shoes
❖ Plastic bucket
❖ 1 bath towel

APPLIED, AGRICULTURE AND ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES DEPARTMENT COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR INDUSTRIAL CHEMISTRY

TECHNOLOGY LEVEL 6

1. White Lab Coat (compulsory)
2. Technical Drawing Equipment
i. 1 × 45/45 set square (mini size 150mm)
ii. 1 × 60/30 set square (mini size 150mm)
iii. I × Protractor 360 (150mm)
iv. A Pair of Compass (150mm)
v. 1 × 30 cm scale Rule
vi. 1 × T-square (A2 Size)
vii. 2 × HB Pencils
viii. 2 × 2H Pencil
ix. 1 × White Eraser
3. A pair of closed shoes (during practical lessons)
4. Physical Chemistry by Sharma and Sharma
5. Box file for POE
6. ORGANIC Chemistry by Morrison and Boyd
7. Analytical Chemistry by Skoog
8.Inorganic Chemistry Cotton & Wilkinston
9.Vogel’s Textbook of Qualitative Inorganic Analysis J. Bassett et-al
10. Principles of BIO-Chemistry Publisher: Wiki Books 2011
(b) Books (4), (5) and (7) are mandatory

COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE FOR RURAL DEVELOPMENT LEVEL 5/ AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION LEVEL 6

A dust coat (field/farm coat) (Compulsory) – Green in color Jembe Compulsory) Panga/Slasher Compulsory)

1. Technical Drawing Equipment
(i) 1 × 45/45 set square (mini size 150mm)
(ii) 1 × 60/30 set square (mini size 150mm)
(iii) I × Protractor 360 (150mm)
(iv) A Pair of Compass (150mm)
(v) 1 × 30 cm scale Rule
(vi) 1 × T-square (A2 Size)
(vii) 2 × HB Pencils
(viii) 2 × 2H Pencil
(ix) 1 × White Eraser

2. A pair of gumboots (black in colour) (Compulsory)
3. A pair of gloves (compulsory)
4.Certificate Agriculture – Form 1- 4 (Any one title)
5. Box File for POE
6. Farm equipment, machinery, structures and buildings by L. Anyanzo
7. Comprehensive Agriculture – F1 – F4 by P. Nkurunziza (Any one title)
8.Basic concepts of micro economics with special reference to Kenya by C. Akello –
8.Fundamentals of Agronomy by Gopal Chandra De
9. Simplified Economics by Salemi A.
10. Modern Economics by Mudida
11. Success in Agriculture (Volume 1,2,3,4,5,6,7) by James Mwangi Ndiritu
12. Applied Mathematics for Craft Engineering by Prof. S. M. Uppal, Simon Gacharu, et, al.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE LEVEL 6

i) Practical Methods in Ecology & Environmental Science (R.K.Trivedy. et.al)
ii) Environmental Chemistry (A.K. De)
iii) Environmental Biology by Allan M. Jones (2001)
iv) Environmental Economics & Natural Resource Economics (the Pearson Series in
Economics). Thomas H. Tietenberg
v) Human Ecology (2001) Gerald G. Marten
vi) Understanding Human Ecology: A Systems Approach to Sustainability
(2014) Robert Dyball & Barry Newell
vii) White Laboratory Coat (compulsory)
viii) Box file

COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR APPLIED STATISTICS LEVEL 6

1. Higher Engineering Mathematics by John Bird (6th Edition)
2. Statistics by S.P. Gupta.
3. Modern Economics by Mundida
4. White Laboratory Coat (compulsory)
5. Box file for POE

COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR APPLIED BIOLOGY LEVEL 6

1. White Lab Coat (compulsory)
2. Technical Drawing Equipment
3. 1× 45-45 set square (mini size 150mm)
4. 1× 60/30 set square (mini size 150mm)
5. I × Protractor 360 (150mm)
6. 1× Pair of Compass (150mm)
7. 1× 30 cm scale Rule
8. 1× T-square (A2 Size
9. 2 ×HB Pencils
10. 2 ×2H Pencil No White Eraser
11. Closed shoes (during practical lessons)
12. Medical Parasitology 2nd Edition by Dr. Alora & B. Alora

13. A text book for Medical Microbiology by Guptt Ross &Wilson
14. Biological Sciences by Taylor, stout and Green.
15. Box file

COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR DIPLOMA IN MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY

Subject Cluster Combination
Minimum Requirement for a Diploma

1. C in Maths / Physics / Biology
2. C plain in Chemistry or Physical Science or a Pass in Medical Lab Tech
3. White Lab Coat (compulsory)
4. Dissecting Kit
5. Text book: Medical laboratory by Baker
6. Text book: Clinical pathology by Sitati
7. Box file for POE

COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR SCIENCE LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY

LEVEL 5

1) White lab coat (compulsory)
2) Biological Sciences by Taylor Stout and Green
3) Protective eye googles
4) T-Square
5) Scientific calculator (Casio fx-82MS)
6) Mathematical set.
7) Drawing Set
8) Drawing pencils
9) Writing materials (8 A4 Exercise books 200 pages)
10)Dissecting kit
11) Box file for POE

COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR FOOD SCIENCE AND PROCESSING TECHNOLOGY LEVEL 5 AND LEVEL 6

1. White lab coat

2. White gumboots
3. White Hair cover/ head gear
4. Box file for POE

BUILDING AND CIVIL ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT

(A) STATIONERY AND EQUIPMENT REQUIRED FOR ALL COURSES IN BUILDING DEPARTMENT

Stationery

i. A4 Ruled papers – 1 ream
ii. Spring files (Yellow)
iii. Pencil (HB: 1 in number, 2H: 1 in number) – Staedtler made in Germany
iv. Erasers (enough) – Staedtler made in Germany
v. A4 Exercise books (120 pages, 3 books)
vi. 1 Ream A4 printing papers 80 GSM
vii. SMP – Advanced Mathematics Table

Drawing Equipment

i. 300 mm ruler
ii. 300mm size folders files
iii. Set square 45⁰ and 60⁰ (size 280/300 mm)
iv. Protractor, 180o or 360o (minimum size 150mm)
v. Compass (Size 150mm) / Drawing set
vi. T-Square (A2size) Miscellaneous
vii. Scientific calculator

ADDITIONAL STATIONERY FOR ARCHITECTURAL TECHNOLOGY LEVEL 6 , INTERIOR DESIGN LEVEL 6, ARCHITECTURAL DRAUGHTSMAN LEVEL 5
(YOU STILL INCLUDE THE ONES INDICATED FOR ALL COURSES)

i. Staedtler pencils (6B, 4B, 2B, HB, 1H,2H, 3H 4H)
ii. ½ Ream A4 embossed papers (different colors)
iii. ½ Ream A4 translucent papers (different colors)
iv. Red Spring file
v. Cutter knife (NT) heavy gauge 1 No.

vi. NT cutter blades – 1 packet of 12 blades
vii. Plasticine
viii. Steel rule
ix. Scale rule
x. UHU glue
xi. Cutting mat A3 (for architectural model)
xii. French curves – Flexible or Set
xiii. Laptop – Used from term 2
xiv. Drawing equipment as indicated on general stationery

ADDITIONAL STATIONERY for CIVIL ENGINEERING LEVEL 6/ QUANTITY SURVEYING LEVEL 6/ CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT LEVEL 6/ WATER TECHNOLOGY ENGINEERING LEVEL 6
(YOU STILL INCLUDE THE ONES INDICATED FOR ALL COURSES)

I. SMM for building works
II. SMM for engineering works CESM
III. Scale rule

TOOLS AND PPEs

1. PLUMBING LEVELS 3,4&5 – COMPULSORY TOOLS
Hacksaw with blade
Tape measure
Overall for Plumbing levels 3,4 & 5 – Grey
Tin snip
Rubber mallet
Pliers
Pipe wrench

YELLOW HELMET
SAFETY BOOTS

HACKSAW WITH BLADE

2. MASONRY LEVEL 3,4 and BUILDING TECHNOLOGY LEVEL 5&6 –
COMPULSORY

1.MASON HAMMER 2. TROWEL
3.TAPE MEASURE – 5m and above 4.FLAT COLD CHISEL
5.YELLOW HELMET 6.PLUMB BOB SIZE NO 6

7.MANILLA STRING
8. Overall for Masonry level 3,4 and Building level 5&6 – Black

9. SAFETY BOOTS – ALL TRADES
3. CARPENTRY TOOLS FOR CARPENTRY LEVEL 3, 4&5 – OPTIONAL
Chisel ½ inch
Marking gauge
Tenon saw

Tape measure – 5m and above – COMPULSORY
Claw hummer
Try Square
Overall for Carpentry levels 4&5 – Maroon

SAFETY BOOTS
YELLOW HELMET

3.CIVIL ENGINEERING LEVEL 6/ QUANTITY SURVEYING LEVEL 6/
CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT LEVEL 6/ WATER TECHNOLOGY
ENGINEERING LEVEL 6/ ARCHITECTURAL TECHNOLOGY LEVEL 6,
ARCHITECTURAL DRAUGHTSMAN LEVEL 5, CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
LEVEL 6& QUANTITY SURVEYING LEVEL 6, INTERIOR DESIGN LEVEL 6

Tape measure – 5m and above – COMPULSORY
SAFETY BOOTS
YELLOW HELMET
Overall for civil engineering level 6/ water technology engineering level 6
Level 6 – Navy blue
Overall for Architectural Technology Level 6, Architectural draughtsman
level 5, Construction Management Level 6& Quantity surveying level 6, Interior Design level 6
– Light Blue

BOOKS RECOMMENDED (NOT COMPULSORY) FOR: BUILDING TECHNOLOGY
LEVEL 6, CIVIL ENGINEERING LEVEL 6, CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT LEVEL 6
AND QUANTITY SURVEYING LEVEL 6

A. MATHEMATICS

i. Engineering Mathematics by Stroud
ii. Technician Mathematics Level 4 & 5 by Bird, J.O

B. STRUCTURES
i. Materials and structures by Whitlaw
ii. Strength of materials by R. Khurmi C.

C. SURVEYING
i. Surveying by banister
ii. Surveying for construction by Irvine W.H D.

C. CONCRETE TECHNOLOGY Any one of these two
i. Concrete technology by M.L Gambir
ii. Properties of concrete by Neville A.M F.

D. BUILDING CONSTRUCTION
i. Building technology by I.H. SEELEY
ii. Construction technology handbook R. Chudley & Greeno Any one of these two

RECOMMENDED TEXTBOOKS FOR BUILDING TECHNOLOGY LEVEL 5
i. Technician Mathematics Level 1 & 2 Author Bird & May
ii. Building Technology Ivor H. Seeley
iii. Brickwork Vol. 1 & 11 by W.G Nash

RECOMMENDED TEXTBOOKS FOR PLUMBING LEVEL 3,4&5
i. Technician Mathematics Level 1 & 2 Author Bird & May
ii. Building services & Equipment Vol. 1 by F. Hall.
iii. Plumbing Mechanical Services Book 1 G.L Blower.
RECOMMENDED TEXTBOOKS FOR CARPENTRY LEVEL 5
i. Technician Mathematics Level 1 & 2 Author Bird & May
ii. Carpentry and Joinery 1 by Brian Porter 3rd Edition (Books 1,2,3)

BUSINESS, ENTREPRENEURSHIP, LIBERAL AND SOCIAL STUDIES
DEPARTMENT
REQUIREMENTS FOR NEW STUDENTS: – ALL LEVEL 5 & LEVEL 6 COURSES

• HB pencils, Biro pens and ruler
• Scientific calculator
• 7 A4 single ruled and 1A4 squared 200 pages exercise books
• 1 ream A4 Foolscaps

REQUIREMENT FOR NEW STUDENTS – COUNSELING PSYCHOLOGY
LEVEL 6

The students must be prepared to do 10 personal therapy sessions
ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR:
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING (POWER OPTION) LEVEL 6
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING TELECOMMUNICATION LEVEL 6
INSTRUMENTATION AND CONTROL LEVEL 6
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION LEVEL 5
INSTRUMENTATION AND CONTROL LEVEL 5
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION LEVEL 4
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION LEVEL 3
SOLAR PV INSTALLATION LEVEL 3

A. DRAWING INSTUMENTS AND STATIONERY

1. Complete set of drawing instruments
2. 1No. T-square
3. 2 HB pencils (staedler)
4. 2No. 2H pencils (staedler)
5. 1No. Ream of ruled papers(foolscaps)
6. 1No. Eraser
7. Size A4 Exercise books (Enough)
8. 3No. Spring Files
9. 1No. Scientific non-programmable Calculator
10. Set square 45°/45° and30/60° (minimum size 150mm)
11. 1No. Masking tape (3/4 inch)
12. 1No. Tri Square

B. TOOLS

1. 1No. Pliers – Medium size
2. 1No. Long Pliers
3. 1No. Side cutter
4. 1No. Electricians Knife
5. 1No.Hacksaw Frame and Blades
6. 1No. Spirit level
7. 1No. Ball pen hammer (small)
8. 1No Small size hand drill (with 2No. 3mm bits)
9. Phase tester
10. Set of screw drivers (small, medium, large)
11. 1No. overall grey in colour
12. Steel tape measure (3m)
13. Soldering Iron (25w.)
14. Bending spring (20mm)
15. Digital Multimeter – (DT9205A)
16. Safety Boots (Black in colour)
17. Helmet (Blue in colour)
C. BOOKS
1. FOUR Figure Mathematical Table (SMP)
2. Electrical Technology by Hughes
3. Electronics by R.S Sedha
4. Electrical Technology by B.L. Theranja (optional)

HOSPITALITY, FASHION AND COSMETOLOGY DEPARTMENT
COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR:
Food and Beverage Production (Culinary Arts) Level 5
Food and Beverage Production (Culinary Arts) Level 6
Food and Beverage Production and Service Level 5
Food and Beverage Production and Service Level 6
Catering and Accommodation Level 5
Catering and Accommodation Level 6
Food and Beverage Sales and Service Level 5
Food and Beverage Sales and Service Management Level 6
Housekeeping and Accommodation Level 5
Housekeeping and Accommodation Management Level 6
NB: Food and Beverage Production and Service Level 4 – requirements for
Production (kitchen) only
1. Public Health Food Handlers Certificate – (Not required for Housekeeping
students)
2. Kitchen Uniform – (Required for Culinary arts students only)
MALE
i. Black and white small check pair of trousers
ii. White chef’s cap
iii. White chef’s jacket
iv. Red chef’s Scarf
v. White apron
vi. Covered black low leather shoes
FEMALE
i. Black and white small check A-Line skirt (length should be below the knee)
ii. White chef’s cap
iii. White chef’s jacket
iv. Red chef’s Scarf
v. White apron
vi. Covered black low leather shoes
3.Service Uniform – (Required for both Culinary Arts and Food and beverage service
students)

MALE.

i. White long-sleeved shirt
ii. Black pair of trousers (loose fitting)
iii. Black bowtie
iv. Covered black low leather shoes
v. White Dust coat
FEMALE.
i. White long-sleeved shirt
ii. Black A-Line skirt (length should be below the knee)
iii. Black bowtie
iv. Covered black low leather shoes
v. White Dust coat
4. Housekeeping Uniform (Only required for Housekeeping and
Accommodation students)

MALE & FEMALE – Light blue short sleeved top and trouser (see picture below)
– Light blue scarf for ladies.

PS. ALL SKIRTS AND DRESSES SHOULD BE BELOW KNEE LENGTH ALL
TROUSERS, SKIRTS AND SHIRTS SHOULD BE LOOSE FITTING.

5. Kitchen Linen
i. One white tea towel
ii. One Dish cloth
iii. A pair of oven gloves
iv. One hand towel
6. Service Linen
i. One white tea towel
ii. One non-fluffy glass cloth
iii. One dish cloth
iv. One hand towel
v. One yellow duster
vi. Two white Damask dinner cloths 1 ½ x 1 ½ m
vii. Two slip cloths 1m x 1m (see attached samples)
viii. Eight white damask table napkins 20-inch square
ix. Four white cotton (poplin) sideboard liners 48 x 12 inches each.

NB: Culinary Arts Level 6
Food and Beverage Sales and Service Management Level 6
Checked red and white cotton table linen as per attached sample 1 ½ m x 1 ½ m
White damask tablecloth as per attached sample 1 ½ m x 1 ½ m
Red damask slip cloth as per attached sample 1 m x 1 m

Culinary Arts Level 5
Food and Beverage Sales and Service Level 5
White damask tablecloth as per attached sample 1 ½ m x 1 ½ m,
Orange damask slip cloth as per attached sample 1 m x 1 m

7.PERSONAL TOOLS

A. 5 Pieces Knife Set
Five pieces’ knife set as attached comprising
i. Butcher’s /cook’s knife
ii. Paring knife
iii. Fillet/ steak knife
iv. Bread knife
v. Fruit knife

B. One multipurpose bottle opener
C. One small white flower vase
D. Measuring jug one litre capacity
E. Potato peeler
F. Weighing scale up to 5kg.
G. Additional useful tools
i. Piping bag 16 inches
ii. Big plastic nozzles; star and plain
iii. Measuring spoons
White damask tablecloth
White damask tablecloth
iv. Measuring cups
v. Fruit scooper
vi. Metal sieve (large)

8. STATIONERY

i. Record cards
ii. Box file for the record cards
iii. Receipt book
iv. Billing pads (a small scribbling pad)
v. Felt pens; assorted colors
vi. Scientific calculator
vii. Exercise books
viii. Pens, pencil, Ruler

RECOMMENDED TEXT BOOKS
(CULINARY ARTS STUDENTS)

1. Practical Cookery by Kinton and Ceserani OR by D. Foskett, Paskins, Rippington &
Thorpe
2. Theory of catering by Kinton and Ceserani OR The Theory of Hospitality and Catering
by David Foskett and Patricia Paskins

RECOMMENDED TEXT BOOKS
(FOOD AND BEVERAGE SERVICE STUDENTS)

Food and Beverage Service by John Cousins, Dennis Lillicrap & Suzanne Weekes
RECOMMENDED TEXT BOOKS
(HOUSEKEEPING AND ACCOMMODATION)
Hotel, Hostel and Hospital Housekeeping 5th Edition by Joan Branson
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR FASHION DESIGN
ITEMS TO BE BROUGHT BY LEVEL 5 & 6 FASHION DESIGN TRAINEES
STATIONERY
1. One tape measure
2. 1 Pair of scissors (shears) 9” and 1 pair of small scissors 6”
3. One seam ripper
4. One packet hand sewing needles (Assorted sizes)
5. Five pieces tailors chalk of different colours
6. One packet of dress making pins
7. One tracing wheel
8. 1 Electric Bobbin and bobbin case
9. 1 Manual Bobbin and bobbin case
10. Assorted sewing threads
11. Ruler (1 metre length)
12. Six 200 pages exercise books (A4)
13. Two drawing books (A3)
14. One packet-coloured pencils
15. French Curves (plastic packet)
16. Five blue/black pens
17. Four pencils (HB and 2H)
18. Rubber/eraser (White)
19. Two spring files
20.One ream foolscaps paper
21. One ream duplicating papers
22.One cello tape (½” wide)
23.Pritt Glue stick
24.A clear pocket folder (with 60 pockets)
25.A set of set square (plastic)
26.White dust coat
27. Low heeled black leather shoes.

RECOMMENDED TEXTBOOKS
Metric Pattern cutting for Women’s wear by Winfred Aldrich
Metric Pattern cutting for Men’s wear by Winfred Aldrich
Metric Pattern cutting for Children’s Wear and Babywear by Winfred Aldrich

Hairdressing, Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology
1. 1 White dustcoat
2. 1 apron (Red)
3. 2 Polo T-Shirts (Light grey colour)
4. 2 Black trousers/skirts
5. Black low-heeled shoes
6. Set of plastic combs
7. 1 wooden comb for plaiting
8. 3 wooden combs for blow dry
9. 4 pieces salon size towels
10. 1 piece large towel (white)
11. 1 manicure/pedicure kit
12. 1 manicure file and buffer
13. 1 make up kit
14. Eye pencil (black and brown)
15. Make up brushes and applicator sponge
16. 1 tweezer and extractor
17. 1 pedicure pumice stone and nail brush
18. 4 pieces sectioning clips
19. A pair of slippers
20. 1 box file
21. 4 A4 exercise books
22. Stationary (pens, pencils, ruler)

REQUIREMENTS FOR BAKING TECHNOLOGY LEVEL 6 (DIPLOMA),
BAKING TECHNOLOGY LEVEL 5 (CERTIFICATE) AND BAKING
TECHNOLOGY LEVEL 4 (ARTISAN)

1. Public Health Food Handlers Certificate-Compulsory
2. Uniform
i. Two black skirts/trousers (NOT TIGHT/NOT JEANS)
ii. Two white aprons
iii. Two white T-shirts
iv. Two white baker’s caps
v. Two white chef’s jackets
vi. One pair of low closed black shoes
3. Six plastic bowls

-35cm diameter
-30cm diameter
– two 20cm diameter
-two 15cm diameter
4. Two tea towels
5. Two dish clothes
6. a. One clear plastic ruler (30cm)
b. One clear plastic/glass ruler (one meter)
7. One weighing scale (digital) 8. Two painter’s brushes (4 inches and 2
inches)
9. One calibrated measuring jug (one litre) 10. Metal scraper 11. One
plastic scraper

12.One palette knife 13. One bread knife (serrated knife)

14. Two knifes (one small and one big) 15. One pastry cutter

16. One pair of oven glove 17. One STRONG whisk

18. One piping bag (16 inches) and five nozzles
– Two-star nozzles -Writing nozzle 19. One Wooden spatula
(Big mwiko)
– Leaf nozzle – Rose (medium and small)

20. Rolling stick 21. One soft Hand broom 22.One pair of
scissors

23. One LARGE plastic Sieve 24 2 sets of cookie cutters (one set
round, and one set
any other shape).

25. Four (4) round metallic cutters with 2 of 6 cm and 2 of 8cn diameter.

28. PUBLIC HEALTH FOOD HANDLER’S CERTIFICATE (COMPULSORY)

TEXT BOOKS

1. The technology of food preservation- Desrosier Norman W.
2. Modern Food microbiology – Jay James
3. Food Science- Potter N. Norman
4. Nutrition Science – B. Srilakshmi
5. Nutrition through the life cycle-Brown Wadsworth Cengage leaning
6. Dietary reference intakes for Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin,-National Academics press

REQUIREMENTS FOR LEVEL 6/LEVEL 5 IN NUTRITION AND DIETETICS.

Subject Cluster Combination
1. Grade D+ (plus) for Diploma, D (Plain) for Certificate in the following mandatory
subjectsi. Chemistry or Physical Sciences
ii. Biology /Biological Sciences
iii. English/Kiswahili and
2. Grade D (plain) in any of the following subjectsi. Physics
ii. Mathematics
iii. Home science
iv. Agriculture or
v. General Science
NB: For those taking Nutrition and Dietetics course, upgrading of subjects
can be done with KNDI at a fee of Ksh 10,000 per subject.
3. Uniform
i. Two black skirts/trousers (NOT TIGHT/NOTJEANS) Two white aprons
ii. Two white baker’s caps
iii.Two white chef’s jackets

iv. One pair of low closed black shoes
NB: ALL SKIRTS MUST BE BELOW THE KNEE LENGTH
ALL TROUSERS MUST BE LOOSE FITTING
4. One digital weighing scale (5kg capacity)
5. One clear plastic/glass ruler (one meter)
6. One clear plastic ruler (30cm)
7. Four plastic bowls
i. Two 30 cm diameter
ii. 20cm diameter
iii. 15cm diameter
8. One calibrated measuring jug (one-liter capacity)
9. Food masher
10. 1 set of knives
• Butchers knife
• Filleting
• Turning
• Bread
• Fruit
11. Towels
• Two dish clothes
• One hand towel
12. One white damask table cloth (2m square)
13. One green slip cloth (1m)
14. 4 white damask table napkins (20 inches square)
15. One large sieve
16. One set measuring cups
17. Wooden stick/mwiko
18. Rolling stick
19. One pair of oven gloves
20.Vegetable peeler
21. A set of cutleries i.e., 6 Table spoons, 6 Knives, 6 Tea spoons and 6 forks.

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22.Six table mats.
23.Three serving bowls (Hot pots).
24.Writing materials: ten A4 exercise books, pens, one ream ruled foolscaps
10. PUBLIC HEALTH FOOD HANDLER’S CERTIFICATE (COMPULSORY)
11. INDEXING WITH KENYA NUTRITIONISTS AND DIETECIANS
INSITUTE (KNDI). Online indexing can be done following the link
https://osp.kndi.institute/#/
LIST OF TEXT BOOKS FOR NUTRITION CLASSES.
1. Fundamentals of foods, nutrition and diet therapy. – Mudhambi R. Sumati
2. Nutrition science – B. Srilakshmi
3. Foods & nutrition – Anita Tull
4. The technology of food preservation- Desrosier Norman W.
5. Modern Food microbiology – Jay James
6. Food Science- Potter N. Norman
7. Nutrition Science – B. Srilakshmi
8. Nutrition through the life cycle-Brown.Wadsworth Cengage leaning
9. Dietary reference intakes for Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin,-National Academics

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1. HOMECARE ASSISTANT LEVEL 3, CAREGIVER LEVEL 4, HEALTH CARE
SUPPORT LEVEL 5 REQUIREMENTS
Item Description Quantity
Scrub Suit Navy blue 2 sets
Lab Coat White cotton coat for practical
sessions
1
Closed-Toe Nursing
Shoes
White rubber-soled for safety and
comfort
1 pair
Surgical/Head Cap 2
Face Masks Reusable or surgical As needed
Nursing Watch With a second hand (essential for
monitoring pulse/respiration)
1
Nail Clipper 1
Hair Net 1
Clipboard Useful during ward rounds or clinical
visits
1
2. COMMUNITY HEALTH LEVEL 5 AND 6
Item Description Quantity
Lab Coat White cotton coat for practical
sessions
2 sets

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COMPUTING AND INFORMATICS DEPARTMENT
REQUIREMENT FOR NEW STUDENTS: ALL COURSES
1. Laptop (compulsory)
2. 64GB Metallic USB-Type C Flash Disk(compulsory)
3. Grey colored Workshop/Lab Coat (compulsory)
4. Ten A4 Exercise Books
5. HB Pencil, Pens & Ruler
6. FOUR Figure Mathematical Table (SMP)
7. A4 Foolscaps (1 Ream) papers
8. Oxford Geometric Set
9. Casio FX 100ms Scientific calculator
10. Two Spring files
11. Packet of Nose Masks
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MECHANICAL, MECHATRONICS AND AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING
DEPARTMENT
REQUIREMENTS FOR WELDING (gas welding) LEVEL 3
List Of Stationery
1. 1 (One) Ream of foolscaps
2. Writing materials throughout the course
Workshop Requirements (Compulsory)
1. Navy Blue Overall
2. Safety Boots (Steel toe-cap leather)
3. Tape measure (5m)
4. Steel rule
5. Welding goggles
6. Safety Leather gloves
7. Scribers
REQUIREMENTS FOR WELDING (Manual Metal Arc Welding) LEVEL 3
List Of Stationery
1. 1 (One) Ream of foolscaps
2. Writing materials throughout the course
Workshop Requirements (Compulsory)
1. Navy Blue Overall
2. Safety Boots (Steel toe-cap leather)
3. Tape measure (5m)
4. Steel rule
5. Welding goggles
6. Safety Leather gloves
7. Scribers
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Email [email protected]
REQUIREMENTS FOR MECHANICAL PRODUCTION (Milling & fabrication)
LEVEL4
List Of Stationery
1. 1 (One) Ream of foolscaps
2. Writing materials throughout the course
Workshop Requirements (Compulsory)
1. Navy Blue Overall
2. Safety Boots (Steel toe-cap leather)
3. Tape measure (5m)
4. Steel rule
5. Welding goggles
6. Safety Leather gloves
7. Scribers
REQUIREMENTS FOR WELDING (Manual Metal Arc Welding and gas Metal Arc
welding) LEVEL 4
List Of Stationery
1. 1 (One) Ream of foolscaps
2. Writing materials throughout the course
WORKSHOP REQUIREMENTS (COMPULSORY)
1. Navy Blue Overall
2. Safety Boots (Steel toe-cap leather)
3. Tape measure (5m)
4. Steel rule
5. Welding goggles
6. Safety Leather gloves
7. Scribers
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P.O Box 414-00900 Kiambu
Tel 020 3522550, 0727807713, 0734207663
Email [email protected]
REQUIREMENTS FOR WELDING (Oxy-Acetylene gas welding and gas metal arc
welding) LEVEL 4
LIST OF STATIONERY
1. 1 (One) Ream of foolscaps
2. Writing materials throughout the course
WORKSHOP REQUIREMENTS (COMPULSORY)
1. Navy Blue Overall
2. Safety Boots (Steel toe-cap leather)
3. Tape measure (5m)
4. Steel rule
5. Welding goggles
6. Safety Leather gloves
7. Scribers
MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGY (PRODUCTION) OPTION REQUIREMENTS
LEVEL5
LIST OF STATIONERY
1. 1 (One) Ream of foolscaps
2. Writing materials throughout the course
3. Scientific calculator- FX82ES
4. S.M.P Mathematical Tables
TECHNICAL DRAWING REQUIREMENTS
1. Tee Square fitting to the drawing board
2. 200mm 450 clear plastic set square
3. 250mm 300 and 600 clear plastic set square
4. 150mm Clear transparent plastic protractor
5. Plastic ruler, 2H, H and HB Pencil eraser and Sharpener
6. Engineering drawing set box
7. A3 Drawing Book
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Email [email protected]
WORKSHOP REQUIREMENTS (COMPULSORY)
1. Navy Blue Overall
2. Safety Boots (Steel toe-cap leather)
3. Tape measure (5m)
4. Steel rule
5. Welding goggles
6. Safety Leather gloves
7. Scribers
REQUIREMENTS FOR MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGY (PRODUCTION) LEVEL 6
1. 1 (One) Ream of Photocopying Papers
2. Writing materials throughout the course
3. Scientific calculator- FX82ES
4. S.M.P Mathematical Tables
Technical Drawing Requirements
1. Tee Square fitting to the drawing board
2. 200mm 450 clear plastic set square
3. 250mm 300 and 600 clear plastic set square
4. 150mm Clear transparent plastic protractor
5. Plastic ruler, 2H and HB Pencil eraser and Sharpener
6. Engineering drawing set box
7. A3 Drawing Book
Workshop Requirements(Compulsory)
1. Navy Blue Overall
2. Safety Boots (Steel toe-cap leather)
3. Tape measure (5m)
4. Steel rule
5. Welding goggles
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6. Safety Leather gloves
7. Scribers
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AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY SECTION
REQUIREMENTS FOR MOTOR CYCLE MECHANIC LEVEL 3
Stationery
1. 1 (One) Ream of foolscaps
2. Writing materials throughout the course
Workshop Requirements
1. Safety Boots (Steel toe-cap leather)
2. Navy blue overall
3. Cut Resistant Safety Gloves (PU coated)
4. Clear Safety Goggles
5. Dust Mask with Filter (Blue triangle)
N/B: Students are encouraged to have a laptop or tablet/Smartphone
REQUIREMENTS FOR MOTOR CYCLE MECHANIC LEVEL 4
Stationery
1. 1 (One) Ream of foolscaps
2. Writing materials throughout the course
Workshop Requirements
1. Safety Boots (Steel toe-cap leather)
2. Navy blue overall
3. Cut Resistant Safety Gloves (PU coated)
4. Clear Safety Goggles
5. Dust Mask with Filter (Blue triangle)
N/B: Students are encouraged to have a laptop or tablet/Smartphone
REQUIREMENTS FOR AUTOMOTIVE LEVEL 3
Stationery
1. 1 (One) Ream of foolscaps
2. Writing materials throughout the course
Workshop Requirements
1. Safety Boots (Steel toe-cap leather)
2. Navy blue overall
3. Cut Resistant Safety Gloves (PU coated)
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4. Clear Safety Goggles
5. Dust Mask with Filter (Blue triangle)
REQUIREMENTS FOR AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY LEVEL 4
Stationery
1. 1 (One) Ream of foolscaps
2. Writing materials throughout the course
Workshop Requirements
3. Safety Boots (Steel toe-cap leather)
4. Navy blue overall
5. Cut Resistant Safety Gloves (PU coated)
6. Clear Safety Goggles
7. Dust Mask with Filter (Blue triangle)
N/B: Students are encouraged to have a laptop or tablet/Smartphone
REQUIREMENTS FOR AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY LEVEL 5
Stationery
1. 1 (One) Ream of foolscaps
2. Writing materials throughout the course
3. Scientific calculator- FX82ES Plus
4. S.M.P Mathematical Tables
Technical Drawing Requirements
1. An A2 Size Drawing Board
2. Tee Square fitting to the drawing board
3. 200mm 450 clear plastic set square
4. 250mm 300 and 600 clear plastic set square
5. 150mm Clear transparent plastic protractor
6. Plastic ruler, 2H, H and HB Pencil eraser and Sharpener
7. Engineering drawing set box
8. A3 Drawing Book
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Workshop Requirements
1. Safety Boots (Steel toe-cap leather)
2. Navy blue overall
3. Cut Resistant Safety Gloves (PU coated)
4. Clear Safety Goggles
5. Dust Mask with Filter (Blue triangle)
N/B: Students are encouraged to have a laptop or tablet/Smartphone
REQUIREMENTS FOR AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY
LEVEL 6
List Of Stationery
1. 1 (One) Ream of photocopying papers
2. Writing materials throughout the course
3. Scientific calculator- Casio FX82ES Plus
4. S.M.P Mathematical Tables
Technical Drawing Requirements
1. An A2 Size drawing Board
2. Tee Square fitting to the drawing board
3. 200mm 450 clear plastic set square
4. 250mm 300 and 600 clear plastic set square
5. 150mm Clear transparent plastic protractor
6. Plastic ruler, 2H and HB Pencil eraser and Sharpener
7. Engineering drawing set box
8. A3 Drawing Book
Workshop Requirements
1. Safety Boots (Steel toe-cap leather)
2. Navy blue overall
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3. Cut Resistant Safety Gloves (PU coated)
4. Clear Safety Goggles
5. Dust Mask with Filter (Blue triangle)
N/B: Students are encouraged to have a laptop or tablet/Smartphone
WELDING AND FABRICATION TECHNOLOGY SECTION
REQUIREMENTS FOR WELDING AND FABRICATION TECHNOLOGY LEVEL 5
List Of Stationery
1. 1 (One) Ream of foolscaps
2. Writing materials throughout the course
3. Scientific calculator- Casio FX-82ES Plus
4. S.M.P Mathematical Tables
Technical Drawing Requirements
1) An A2 Size Drawing Board
2) Tee Square fitting to the drawing board
3) 200mm 450 clear plastic set square
4) 250mm 300 and 600 clear plastic set square
5) 150mm Clear transparent plastic protractor
6) Plastic ruler, 2H, H and HB Pencil eraser and Sharpener
7) Engineering drawing set box
Workshop Requirements(Compulsory)
1. Navy Blue Overall
2. Safety Boots (Steel toe-cap leather)
3. Tape measure (5m)
4. Steel rule
5. Welding goggles
6. Safety Leather gloves
7. Scribers
N/B: Students are encouraged to have a laptop or tablet/Smartphone
Offering Skills for
Self Reliance
since 1973
ISO 9001:2015 Certified TVETA Accredited
The Kiambu National Polytechnic
P.O Box 414-00900 Kiambu
Tel 020 3522550, 0727807713, 0734207663
Email [email protected]
REQUIREMENTS FOR WELDING AND FABRICATION TECHNOLOGY LEVEL 6
List Of Stationery
1) 1 (One) Ream of photocopying papers
2) Writing materials throughout the course
3) Scientific calculator- Casio FX-82ES Plus
4) S.M.P Mathematical Tables
Technical Drawing Requirements
1) An A2 Size Drawing Board
2) Tee Square fitting to the drawing board
3) 200mm 450 clear plastic set square
4) 250mm 300 and 600 clear plastic set square
5) 150mm Clear transparent plastic protractor
6) Plastic ruler, 2H and HB Pencil eraser and Sharpener
7) Engineering drawing set box
8) A3 Drawing Book
Workshop Requirements(Compulsory)
1. Safety Boots (Steel toe-cap leather)
2. Navy Blue Overall
3. Tape measure (5m)
4. Steel rule
5. Welding goggles
6. Safety Leather gloves
7. Scribers
N/B: Students are encouraged to have a laptop or tablet/Smartphone
Offering Skills for
Self Reliance
since 1973
ISO 9001:2015 Certified TVETA Accredited
The Kiambu National Polytechnic
P.O Box 414-00900 Kiambu
Tel 020 3522550, 0727807713, 0734207663
Email [email protected]
REQUIREMENTS FOR INDUSTRIAL MECHATRONICS TECHNOLOGY LEVEL 6
Stationery
1. S.M.P Mathematical Tables
2. Scientific Calculator – Casio FX-82ES Plus
3. 1 (One) Ream of foolscaps
4. Writing materials throughout the course
5. Oxford geometrical set
Occupational Health And Safety (Osh)-Compulsory
1. Overall – Cotton, Navy Blue in Color.
2. Coated fabric workshop safety gloves
3. Safety Boots (Steel toe-cap leather)
4. Workshop safety goggles
5. Tape measure (5m)
6. Scriber
7. Steel rule
8. Set of screwdrivers
9. AC Tester
10. Pliers
LAPTOP
NB: Every student must have a laptop on reporting;
Recommended minimum specs; Intel core i5, 2GHZ, 8GB RAM, 512GB MEMORY
Offering Skills for
Self Reliance
since 1973
ISO 9001:2015 Certified TVETA Accredited
The Kiambu National Polytechnic
P.O Box 414-00900 Kiambu
Tel 020 3522550, 0727807713, 0734207663
Email [email protected]
REQUIREMENTS FOR MECHATRONICS TECHNOLOGY LEVEL 5
A. Stationery
1. S.M.P Mathematical Tables
2. Scientific Calculator – Casio FX-82ES Plus
3. 1 (One) Ream of foolscaps
4. Writing materials throughout the course
5. Oxford geometrical set
B. Occupational Health And Safety (Osh)-Compulsory
1. Overall – Cotton, Navy Blue in Color.
2. Coated fabric workshop safety gloves
3. Safety Boots (Steel toe-cap leather)
4. Workshop safety goggles
5. Tape measure (5m)
6. Steel rule
7. Set of screwdrivers
8. AC Tester
9. Pliers
C. LAPTOP
NB: Every student must have a laptop on reporting;
Recommended minimum specs; Intel core i5, 2GHZ, 8GB RAM, 512GB MEMORY
Offering Skills for
Self Reliance
since 1973
ISO 9001:2015 Certified TVETA Accredited
The Kiambu National Polytechnic
P.O Box 414-00900 Kiambu
Tel 020 3522550, 0727807713, 0734207663
Email [email protected]
REQUIREMENTS FOR REFRIGERATION AND AIR CONDITIONING LEVEL 4
Stationery
1. 1 (One) Ream of foolscaps
2. Writing materials throughout the course
Workshop Requirements
1. Safety Boots (Steel toe-cap leather)
2. Navy blue overall
3. Cut Resistant Safety Gloves (PU coated)
4. Clear Safety Goggles
5. Dust Mask with Filter (Blue triangle)
N/B: Students are encouraged to have a laptop or tablet/Smartphone
Offering Skills for
Self Reliance
since 1973
ISO 9001:2015 Certified TVETA Accredited
The Kiambu National Polytechnic
P.O Box 414-00900 Kiambu
Tel 020 3522550, 0727807713, 0734207663
Email [email protected]

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CBET Level 6

Analytical Chemistry Technology Level 6 (Mod)

Environmental Science Level 6

Agriculture and Extension Level 6 (Mod)

Medical Laboratory Level 6

Food Science And Processing Technology Level 6

Building Technology Level 6

Civil Engineering Level 6 (Mod)

Quantity Survey Level 6

Electrical Engineering Technology (Power Option) Level 6 (Mod/Dual)

Instrumentation and Control Level 6 (Mod)

Computer Science Level 6

Network and System Administration Level 6 (Dual / Mod)

Cyber Security Level 6 (Mod/Dual)

ICT Technician Level 6 (Mod)

Computer Programming Level 6

Graphic Design Level 6

Mechanical Technology (Production) Level 6

Automotive Engineering Technology Level 6

Nutrition and Dietetics Level 6

Baking Technology Level 6

Food Production (Culinary Arts) Level 6

Food and Beverage Sales and service Management Level 6

Housekeeping and Accommodation Management Level 6

Project Management Level 6

Business Management Level 6 (Mod)

Marketing Level 6 (Mod)

Banking & Finance Level 6 (Mod)

Diploma in Entrepreneurship Developement

Office Management Level 6

Building Technician Level 6 (Mod)

Construction Management Level 6 (Mod)

Science Laboratory Technology Level 6 (Dual/Mod)

Agripreneurship Level 6 (Mod)

Animal Production Level 6 (Mod)

Horticulture Level 6 (Mod)

Environmental Technology Level 6 (Mod)

Food Technology Level 6 (Modular/Dual)

Software Developement Level 6 (Modular)

Office Administration Level 6 (Mod)

Child Protection Level 6 (Mod)

Accountancy Level 6 (Mod)

Supply Chain Management Level 6 (Mod)

Water Engineering Level 6 (Mod)

Industrial Mechatronics Technology Level 6 (Mod / Dual)

Architecture Level 6 (Mod)

Interior Design Level 6 (Mod)

Telecommunication Engineering Level 6 (Mod)

Library & Information Management Level 6

Human Resource Management Level 6 (Mod)

Cooperative Management Level 6

Social Work & Community Development Level 6 (Mod)

Counseling Level 6 (Mod)

Food and Beverage Management (Production and Service) Level 6 (Mod/Dual)

Catering and Accommodation Level 6 (Mod)