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Colleges and Universities Offering Certificate in Information Technology(Information Technology) in Kenya

Discover colleges and universities in Kenya currently offering Certificate in Information Technology(Information Technology), plus course details, typical duration and related programmes.

Course Name
Certificate in Information Technology(Information Technology)
Major Subject
Information Technology
Course Category
Certificate
Average Study Duration
1 Year
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About Certificate in Information Technology(Information Technology)

Colleges Offering Certificate in Information Technology(Information Technology)

(a) Module 1
Course entry requirements:
-A mean grade of D plain in KCSE

Course duration: 1 year

Tuition fees: Ksh.46,500

Course content:
-Introduction to ICT
-Computer Application I
-Basic Electronics, Operating Systems
-Mathematics, Communication
-Entrepreneurship (Business plan)

Additional Courses:
-Computer Assembly, Repair and Maintenance
-Writing a Business Plan

(b) Module II

Course entry requirements:
-Pass Module 1

Course duration: 1 Year

Tuition fees: Ksh.45,500

Course content
-Computer maintenance and Support
-Computer Application II
-Structured Programming
-Course Specialization Project

Additional Courses
-Software installations
Duration: 4 terms

Fee per term: Ksh 9000

Entry requirement: KCSE D plain and above

Course Outline
Module I (computer operations)
-Communication skills
-Life skills
-Entrepreneurship
-Introduction to information communication technology
-Computer application I
-Mathematics
-Operating systems
-Basic electronics
-Industrial attachment

Module II (ICT assistant)
-Structured programming
-Computer maintenance and support
-Computer application II
-Business plan
-Research methodology
-Trade project
Course Structure

Module I
Introduction to ICT
Computer Applications I (Theory & Practical)
Mathematics
Basic Electronics
Operating Systems
Entrepreneurship (Business Plan)
Communication Skills
Life Skills

Module II
Computer Maintenance & Support
Computer Application II (Theory & Practical)
Structured Programming
Course Specialization Project
Entrepreneurship (Business Plan)

REQUIREMENTS:
ENTRY GRADE: D+(PLUS) IN KCSE
2 PASSPORT SIZE PHOTOS
COPY OF NATIONAL ID/ PASSPORT
DURATION: 18 MONTHS
Course Units:
1. Module I
-Introduction To Communication Technology (101)
-Computer Application I-Paper 1 (Theory) (102a)
-Computer Application 2 Paper 2 (Practical) (102b)
-Basic Electronics (103)
-Mathematics (104)
-Communication (105)
-Operating System (106)
-Entrepreneurship Project-Business Plan (107)

2. Module II
-Computer Maintenance And Support (201)
-Computer Application Iipaper I Theory (202a)
-Computer Application Ii Paper2 Practical (202b)
-Structured Programming (203)
-Course Specialization Project (207)
Duration: 1 year

Minimum entry requirement:
- C– and above

Modules Overview:
-Introduction to ICT
-Computer Applications I (Theory & Practical)
-Mathematics
-Basic Electronics
-Operating Systems
-Entrepreneurship (Business Plan)
-Communication Skills
-Life Skills
-Computer Maintenance & Support
-Computer Application II (Theory & Practical)
-Structured Programming
-Course Specialization Project
-Entrepreneurship (Business Plan)
Course Content

Module I

Introduction to ICT
Basic Electronics
Operating Systems
Mathematics
Communication Skills
Entrepreneurship
Computer Applications I
Life Skills

Module II

Structured Programming
Computer Application II
Business Plan.
Introduction to Research Methods
Computer Maintenance & Support
Trade project.

Course Duration: 12 months

Course Entry Requirements: KCSE D+

Examination Bosy: KNEC
Entry Requirements:
KCSE with mean grade C (minus) in mandatory subjects; English/ Mathematics.

Course Content:
-Introduction to Computer Technology
-Systems Development
-Business Organization
-Business Communication
-Programming Methods
-Computer Technical Support
-Internet and Multimedia
-e-Commerce
Course requirements
A mean grade of D+ at KCSE with at least D+ in English and Mathematics Or Certificate in IT related discipline with a credit pass from a reputable institution.

Tuition fees
Ksh.40,000 per semester

Course duration
One semester

Mode of study
Full-time
Course Name: Certificate in Information Technology (IVQ).

Minimum Course Entry Requirements: K.C.S.E. Mean Grade D Plain.

Course Duration: 2 Terms.

Tuition Fees Per Term: Ksh. 12,000.

Examination Body: City & Guilds.

Mode of Study: Full time.
Exam Body: KNEC

Duration: 3 Trimesters

Minimum Entry requirement:
-A pass in Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education( KCSE) with an average of D+ (plus)
-Equivalent qualifications as determined by Kenya National Examination Council (KNEC).
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Fee ksh 14000
Duration :3 months
Entry requirements: A mean grade of D+ (O level)

Fees: ksh.12,000 per term

Course duration: Two terms

Intake: January, May and September

Examination body: KNEC City & Guilds
Exam Bodies: KNEC,CSK/AETEB/ABMA.
Course Minimum Entry Grade: KCSE D+ for KNEC and D Plain for other exam bodies.
Course Duration: 6 months.
Tuition Fees Per Term: Ksh. 10,800.
Modules: 2

Duration: 1980 hours

Curriculum:
1. Computer maintenance and user support
2. Programming
3. Computer Applications
4. Operating systems
Course entry requirements

-A mean grade of D+ and above at KCSE

Exam body

-ICM/KNEC

Program duration: 6 months

Entry requirements
- Those applying for this program must have attained a D+ in KCSE with a D+ in maths/physics
Period of study
- 1 year
Exam body: Computer Society of Kenya.
Fees per semester: Ksh. 10,000.
Course duration: 3 months.
Minimum entry grade: KCSE D- (Minus).
Entry Requirements: KCSE mean grade D+ or an equivalent qualification recognized by the University College.
Course Duration: 2 Semesters.
Entry requirements
-A C- in KCSE with a C- in maths/physics
Period of study
-2 years
Mode of study
-full time

Universities Offering Certificate in Information Technology(Information Technology)

Admission requirements
- A minimum of D+ in KCSE or
a certificate in computer application
packages from a recognized institution.

The following items will be needed
for admission too:
(i)Originals and a copy of certificate
(ii)Copy of National ID card or Birth Certificate
(iii)Complete and signed application
(iv)Three recent passport size photographs

Credit transfers
-Students holding a diploma in computer
technology are eligible to join bachelor
of science in Information Communication Technology
through a credit transfer system.The diploma in
Information Communication Technology is also
an entry requirement for various degree programmes.

Course duration
- Four months

Mode of study
-(i)Part time
-(ii)Distance learning
-(iii)Full time learning

Intakes take place in January,may and September
This program is offered in department of information technology
and computing.The program prepares students to the world of technology
and innovation.Graduates are able to exercise their earned skills in
improving solving IT problems.Graduates can work as programmers and electronic
repairers.

Course requirements
- Applicants are required to have scored a minimum
of a C- in KCSE or hold any other relevant qualifications
approved by the senate.

Course duration
- The program takes a minimum of two years

Admission requirements
- Students applying for
this program are required
to hold any one of the
qualifications below:
(a)A minimum of C- in KCSE with D+ in English
and maths.
(b)Division III in KCE with credit passes
in English and maths

Mode of study
- Part time

Course duration
- two semesters

Application fee
- Kshs.1,000

Registration fee
-Kshs.2,000

Tuition fee per semester
- Ksh.30,000

Total tuition fees
- Kshs.60,000
Eligibility

An aggregate grade of C- (MINUS) in KCSE and grades D+ (PLUS) in Mathematics and English
OR Division III in KCE with at least a credit in Mathematics and English OR
An equivalent qualification recognized by the University Senate.
MODE OF STUDY:

• Full time
• Continuing Education: two (2) CATs, sit-in end of semester examinations.
SEMESTER ADMISSION PERIODS:

• JANUARY, MAY, SEPTEMBER

FEE:

• Fee for the First semester: 54,566/-
The above program aims at equipping students with technological, technical and software skills.
The above skills enable the student in solving the current IT problems like IT integration and Cyber Crime.


Entry requirements
(i) A minimum of C- at KCSE OR

(ii) Division III in KCE OR

(iii) Any other qualification recognized by the university senate.

Course duration
One year
The above program aims at equipping students with technological, technical and software skills.
The above skills enable the student in solving the current IT problems like IT integration and Cyber Crime.


Entry requirements
(i) A minimum of C- at KCSE OR

(ii) Division III in KCE OR

(iii) Any other qualification recognized by the university senate.

Course duration
One year
The above program aims at equipping students with technological, technical and software skills.
The above skills enable the student in solving the current IT problems like IT integration and Cyber Crime.


Entry requirements
(i) A minimum of C- at KCSE OR

(ii) Division III in KCE OR

(iii) Any other qualification recognized by the university senate.

Course duration
One year
The program involves the
study of how information
is stored and disseminated
electronically by use of computers
and other electronic devices.

Entry requirements
- Applicants must have
scored C- in KCSE or
any other relevant qualification
accepted by the university senate.

Program duration
- Two trimesters

Tuition fees
- Sh.25,000
The program is suitable for
students who wish to take
IT as a back up.

Course requirements
- One must have scored a C- in KCSE
with a C- in maths or physics.
Those who hold other relevant qualifications
may be considered for admission after approval
by the senate.

Course duration
- The program takes two years
This is a program designed for
those who want to learn information
technology at basics level.

Entry requirements
- One is required to have
scored a minimum of a C- with
a C- in either maths or physics

Program duration
- The course takes two years
Admission requirements

One is required to have attained a C- in final exams with a
C- probably maths or physics.

Course duration

Eleven weeks
Admission requirements
- Applicants must have attained a C- in KCSE with a C- in maths or physics or
- KCE certificate with division III
Duration
- 6 months
Academic requirements
- Applicants are required to have attained a C- in KCSE
Course duration
- 3 months
Mode of study
- Full time and part time
Admission requirements: KCSE mean grade of C- or equivalent qualification.
Fees payable: Ksh. 25,000 per trimester.
Course duration: 2 trimesters.
Entry requirements
Mean Grade of C- (Minus) at K.C.S.E

Course duration
1 Semester
Admission requirements.
A minimum of D+ at KCSE with D+ in both English and Mathematics.

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