Kenya Industrial Training Institute

Mechanical Engineering

HOD - MR. MESHACK KUSIMBA 

Introduction: Mechanical Section was started in 1965 with the aim of training small scale entrepreneurs in skill upgrading and self employment.

Sectional Objectives

  1. To develop necessary skills on repair and maintenance of industrial plants and equipment.
  2. To give trainees an opportunity to work in the wider manufacturing industry.

  3. About the course

    The course combines both practical and theory sessions. Some of the subjects you will study include the courses listed below

Course Name

KCSE mean grade

Alternative Requirements

 Intake time Duration Examination body

Craft Certificate in Mechanical Engineering

Module I

 Passed KCSE with D Passed relevant Artisan course in mechanical Engineering September 1 year KNEC

Craft Certificate in Mechanical Engineering

Module II

 Pass in Module I - January 1 year KNEC
Plumbing Technology KCPE/KCSE Jua  Kali artisan January /May /September 3 months KITI/NITA
Welding & Fabrication KCPE/KCSE Jua  Kali artisan January /May /September 3 months KITI/NITA
Foundry technology KCPE/KCSE Jua  Kali artisan January /May /September 3 months KITI/NITA