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

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Course Name
Diploma in Information Technology(Information Technology)
Major Subject
Information Technology
Course Category
Diploma
Average Study Duration
2 Years
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Colleges Offering Diploma in Information Technology(Information Technology)

(a) Module 1

Course entry requirements:
-A mean grade of C- in KCSE

Course duration: 1 year

Course content
-Introduction to ICT and Ethics
-Computer Applications
-Communication
-Structured programming
-Operating Systems
-Computational Mathematics Project

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

Tuition fees: Ksh.48,500

(b) Module II

Course entry requirements
-Pass Dip Module 1
or
-Pass in cert Module 2

Course duration: 1 year

Tuition fees: Ksh.47,500

Course content
-System Analysis and Design
-Computer application
-Visual Programming
-Object oriented programming
-Quantitative methods
-Database management Systems

Additional Courses
-Software installations

(c) Module III

Course entry requirements
-Pass Module 2

Course duration: 1 year

Tuition fees: Ksh.38,500

Course content
-Data communication and networking
-Management information Systems
-Principles and Practice of Management
-Internet based Programming
-Project
Course Admission/Entry Requirements:

- KCSE mean grade of C-

At Kenyaplex Institute of Technology, we organize internship for our information technology students.

Course Duration: 2 years
Course Units:
1. Module I
-Information Communication Technology And Ethics (101)
-Computer Application I: Paper (Theory) (102a)
-Compute Application I: Paper 2 (Practical) (102b)
-Structured Programming (103)
-Communication (104)
-Operating System (105)
-Computational Mathematics (106)
-Entrepreneurship Business Plan (108)

2. Module II
-System Analysis And Design (201)
-Computer Application Ii: Paper 1(Theory) (202 A)
-Computer Application Ii: Paper Ii (Practical) (202b)
-Object Oriented Programming (203)
-Quantitative Methods (204)
-Visual Programming (205)
-Data Base Management System (206)

3. Module III
-Data Communication And Networking
-Management Information System
-Principles And Practice Of Management
-Internet Based Programming
-Course Specialization Project
Entry Requirements: KCSE mean grade of C-.
Examination Body: KNEC.
Course Content.
Module I
- Introduction to ICT & Ethics
- Computer Application
- Communication Skills
- Structured Programming
- Operating Systems
- Entrepreneurship Education
Course duration: 12 months
Module II
- Research Project
- System Analysis & design
- Object Oriented Programming
- Database Management Systems
- Computer Applications
- Visual Programming
Course duration: 6 months
Module III
- Data Communication & Networking
- Management Information System
- Principles & Practice of Management
- Quantitative Methods
- Internet Based Programming
- Business Plan
Course duration: 6 months
Tuition fees: Ksh. 12,000 per term, Ksh. 4,000 per month.
Internship fees: Ksh. 2,000.
Duration: 1 year

Minimum entry requirement:
- C– and above

Modules Overview:
-Introduction to ICT & ethics
-Computer applications I (Theory & Practical)
-Structured Programming
-Communications Skills
-Operating System
-Computational Mathematics
-Entrepreneurship (Business Plan)
-Systems Analysis & Design
-Computer Application II (Theory & Practical)
-Object-Oriented Programme
-Quantitative Methods
-Visual Programming
-Database Management Systems
-Quantitative Methods
-Data Communication & Networking
-Management Information System
-Principles & Practice of Management
-Internet Based Programme
-Course Specialization Project
Minimum Course Entry Requirements:

Minimum qualifications are KCSE C- or KCE Div. 2 or the equivalent

Course Structure/Outline:
MODULE 1
DIT 6401: Introduction to Computers and Principles of operating systems
DIT 6403: Information System Management
DIT 6402: Computer Applications
DIT 6404: Communication Skills

MODULE 2
DIT 6405: Systems Analysis and Design
DIT 6407: Entrepreneurship Education
DIT 6406: Programming
DIT 6408: Mathematics

MODULE 3
DIT 6409: Quantitative methods
DIT 6410: Principles & Practice of Management
DIT 6411: Data Communication
DIT 6412: Project
1. Part 1
Duration: 9 months

Modules Overview:
-Introduction to Business Computer Systems,
-Introduction to Programming (HTML),
-Arithmetic & Book-Keeping,
-Computer Operations Management,
-Information Processing,
-Computer systems architecture.
-Financial Accounting,
-Business systems,
-Communication skills,
-Business Computer Skills.

2. Part 2
Duration: 6 months

Modules Overview:
-Management Information Systems,
-Programming in V.B or Pascal,
-Programming methodology,
-Systems analysis and design (PART 1),
-Quantitative techniques
Exam Body: KNEC

Duration: 2 months

Tuition Fees: Kes 12,000 Per Module

Modules: 1

Minimum Entry requirement: Open

Course Units:
-Entrepreneurship
-Information & Communication Technology
-Communication skills
-Life skills
-Fundamentals of Information Systems
-Systems Analysis and Design
-Principles of Programming
-Operating System and Network Architecture
-Enterprise Database Design
-Enterprise Systems Architecture
-Fundamentals of Information Assurance
-Applied Research Methods—Qualitative and Quantitative
-Quantitative Decision Making for Strategic Analysis
Minimum Course Admission Requirements:
1. An aggregate grade of C- (Minus) in KCSE and grades C- (Minus) in Mathematics and English or Division II in KCE with credit passes in Mathematics and English or an equivalent qualification recognized by the University Senate.
2. A grade of D+ in Mathematics and English and credit pass in IT Certificate (stage I)or an equivalent qualification from an Institution recognized by the University Senate.
3. A KACE certificate with a subsidiary pass in Mathematics or an equivalent qualification recognized by the University Senate.

Course Study Duration: One and half years.
Minimum Course Admission Requirements:
- An aggregate mean grade of C- and above in K.C.S.E
- D- in Mathematics
- D- in either English or Kiswahili OR Relevant qualification approved by the University Senate

Course Study Duration: 4 Trimesters

Some Career Opportunities Upon Successful Course Completion
- IT Consultant
- Computer Programmer
- Computer Technician
- Systems Administrator
- Web Developer
- Computer Systems Manager
- Software Application Developer
- IT Manager
- Data Recovery Manager
- Computer Systems Analyst
Level 1
Introduction to computing
Computer mathematics
Entrepreneurship and Communication
Computer application Practical 1


Level 2
Computer networking
Internet skills
computer Support and maintenance
Programming Concepts


Level 3
Principles of Web Development
Foundation of Accounting
Information system project skills
Computer Application Practical 2 .
Minimum Course Entry Requirements:

Minimum mean grade of C- (minus) at KCSE with at least D+ (plus) in English and Mathematics Or Certificate in IT related discipline with a credit pass from recognized institution.

Course Duration & mode of Study:

Three (3) semesters full time and field Attachment

Tuition Fees only in (KES): 40,000/= per semester
Admission requirements
- A minimum of a C in KCSE with a C in English,maths,kiswahili and a C in physics or physical science or
- Hold a KCSE certificate with a credit pass in English or kiswahili,maths and a credit pass in physics or physical sciences or
-Hold a certificate in information technology from a recognized institution
Course duration
- 3 years
Modules Overview:
ICT Intro/Computer Applications
Graphics And Design Programs
System programs/AI
Web Development
Computerised Accounts
Business Communication
Computer Networking
Database Management
High Level Systems/System analysis and design
Entrepreneurship
IT and Business Use of IT
Research Project
Entry requirements
Minimum grade of C (Plain) at KCSE in Mathematics, in any science or any business related subject or those with a certificate in IT with a credit or distinction pass from Kibabii University College or Certificate in IT with a credit or distinction pass recognized by the MMUST University Senate.

Fee : Kshs. 30,000 per semester

Entry requirements
Minimum mean grade of C- (Minus) at
KCSE with at least C- (minus) in English
and Mathematics Or Certificate in IT related
discipline with a credit pass from recognized
institution

Fees:Ksh-40,000/-per
Semester

Mode of study
- Full – time
- Field
Attachment
Kariobangi
Course Content
- Information & Communication Technology ( ICT )
- Office Automation, (World / Excel /Power Point )
- Computer Network
- Operating System
- Computer Programs C/C + +
- Introduction to Data base
- MS Access
- E- Commerce & Web Technology
- Graphic Design
- Project
Tuition Fees: KES 16,500

Minimum Entry requirements:
-An aggregate grade of C- (Minus) in KCSE Or Any qualification recognized by the College Senate.
-Credit pass in Certificate by KNEC Examination or an equivalent qualification from an Institution recognized by the College Senate.
Minimum entry requirement:
Minimum Grade of C- at KCSE level with at least C- in English or Kiswahili and at least a D+ in Mathematics, Commerce, Business Studies, Accounting, or Economics; OR
O’level qualification with at least Division III

Duration: 4 semesters
Course name:
Diploma in Information Communication technology module 1.

Entry requirements:
-A mean grade C- and above in KCSE.

Course duration:
3 Terms.

Intake:
January & September.

Exam Body:
KNEC.
Academic requirements

Applicants are required to have scored a C in KCSE with a C
in maths or physics or hold a certificate in information technology or
IT-related field from a recognized institution.

Duration

Three years
Course Content:
- Coreldraw
- Ms-Publisher
- Adobe Photoshop
- Web-Design(Html)
- Visual Basic
- Sage Accounts
- Quickbooks
Course duration: 3-4 months.
Mode of study: Part time/full time.
Fees payable: Ksh. 5,200.
Minimum admission grade: KCSE C (Plain) for module I, pass in module I for module II and pass in module II for module III.
Course duration: 3 terms for module I and 2 terms each for module II and III.
Course study duration: January and September.
Entry Requirements:
- KCSE mean grade C- (minus) OR Credit pass in Certificate in IT of Murang’a university College or an equivalent qualification from an Institution recognized by the university College.
Course Duration: 4 Semesters.
Entry requirements: Certificate in Information Technology

Intake: January, May and September

Program duration: Four terms

Fees: ksh. 14,000 per term

Examination body: KNEC City & Guilds
Module I
Entry Requirements: KCSE C-, duration is 1 year.
Module II
Requirements for admission: Module I diploma, duration: 6 months.
Module II
Entry requirements: Module II diploma, duration: 6 months.
Admission requirements
- A minimum of a C- in KCSE with a C- in maths/physics or
- Hold a certificate in information technology or its equivalent from a recognized institution
Course duration
- 2 years
Course requirements: A mean grade of C- at KCSE

Fees: ksh.27,000 per term

Boarders to pay 7,000 Per Month for meals and Accommodation.

Course duration: three years
Course study duration: 2 years.
Intakes: January, May and August.
Minimum Admission Requirements: K.C.S.E with minimum of C-(minus) and/or any valid computer related certification.

Universities Offering Diploma in Information Technology(Information Technology)

Course requirements
- Applicants are required
to be in possession of
any one of the qualifications
below:
(a)A minimum of C in KCSE
with C in both English and
maths.

(b)Division II in KCE
with credit passes in
maths and English.

In addition,applicants must
have a certificate in Information
Technology from Great Lakes University
or any other reputable institution or
university.

Application fee
-Kshs.1,000

Registration fee
-Kshs.2,000

Tuition fee
-Kshs.30,000 per semester

Total tuition fee
-Kshs.120,000

Mode of study
- Part time

Course duration
- Four semesters

Course Outline:

1. Stage 1
DIT 011 Introduction to Computers
GCC 014 Communication Skills
DIT 013 Computer Applications
DIT 012 Introduction to Operating Systems
DIT 014 Introduction to Databases
DIT 015 Contemporary Issues in I.T

2. Stage 2
DIT 021 Introduction to Procedural Programming
DIT 022 Fundamentals of Networking
DIT 025 Internet Fundamentals
DIT 026 Entrepreneurship
DIT 023 Desktop Publishing
DIT 024 Principles of Computer Support and Maintenance

3. Stage 3
DIT 031 Management Information Systems
DIT 033 Introduction to Object Oriented Programming
DIT 034 Data Processing
DIT 035 Data Communication
DIT 032 Computer Security
DIT 036 Entrepreneurship

4. Stage 4

Areas of Specialization:

1. Office Support and Database Management Systems

DIT 041 Advanced Word Processing
DIT 045 Object Oriented DBMS
DIT 046 Distributed Databases
DIT 042 Advanced Spread Sheets
DIT 043 Quick Books
DIT 044 Advanced Database Systems – Relational DBMS

2. Programming and Software Development

DIT 051 Software Development Process
DIT 052 Advanced Event-Driven Programming using VB
DIT 053 Internet Programming
DIT 054 Exploring Open source solutions
DIT 055 Programming in C++
DIT 056 Programming in JAVA

3. Computer and Network Support and Maintenance

DIT 061 Computer Troubleshooting, Repair & Maintenance
DIT 062 Network Design and Development
DIT 065 Network cables, equipment and Configuration
DIT 066 Distributed Systems
DIT 063 Network Operating Systems
DIT 064 Network Security

5. Stage 5
DIT 070 Industrial Attachment
Minimum Course Entry Requirements

- Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE or equivalent with C (Plain) in Mathematics and English.
OR Mean grade of C- (Minus) at KCSE or equivalent with certificate in related field from a recognized institution.

Tuition Fees:
- East Africans Kshs. 52,000/- p.a.
- Non-East Africans Kshs. 65,000/- p.a.
- Statutory fees Kshs. 19,900/- p.a.

Course Outline/Structure
1. First Year

First Semester:
SIT 021 Introduction To Information Technology
SIT 026 Introduction To Programming(C Programming)
SIT 027 Introduction To Information Systems
SIT 023 Computers And Society
SIT 025 Introduction To Computer Hardware

Second Semester:
Visual Programming
SIT 028 Introduction To Logic
SIT 032 Introduction To Databases
SIT 029 Introduction To System Analysis
SIT 030 Introduction To Internet Technology

2. Second Year
First Semester:
SIT 034 Introduction To Digital Electronics
SIT 037 Object Oriented Programming
SIT 038 Information Systems Management
SIT 035 Networking
SIT 036 ICT Project Management

Second Semester:
SIT 022 Introduction To Operating System
SIT 031 Introduction To Statistics
SIT 033 Project (1 Unit)
Course requirements
- Applicants are required be
be holders of any one of the
qualifications below:
(a)A minimum of C in KCSE
with C- in both English and maths
or at least credit passes in English
and maths with division II in KCE.

(b)Minimum grade of C- in maths and English plus a IT certificate with a credit pass.

(c)A KACE certificate with a subsidiary pass
in maths.

Course duration
- Two years

Modes of Study:
• Distance learning: Online tuition, two (2) online CATs, one (1) sit-in CAT towards the end of semester, and one end of semester examinations.
• Continuing Education: two (2) CATs, sit-in end of semester examinations.

Intakes:
January, May and September.

Fee:

• Distance Learning fee for a minimum of 3 Modules per semester: Kshs 19,750/-
• Continuing Education fee for the First semester: 46,198/-
Minimum Admission Requirements:
Minimum KCSE grade of C- (Minus), C plain in Maths
Or
3 credits in IGCSE or its equivalent.
Or
Minimum GPA of 2.3 from ANU Certificate

Course Study Duration: 4 Trimesters

Intakes: January, May, September

Course Outline/Units/Topics:

Concepts of computer Applications
Computers Fundamentals
Mathematics for Science
Professional Writing (TBA)
Computer Graphics
Computer Security
Advanced Networking
Mobile Application development
Web based applications
Introductions to Programming
Hardware and software practicum
Database systems
Data structures and algorithms
System Analysis and Design
Entrepreneurship
Data Communications & Networks
Christian Ethics
Computer Project
Object Oriented Programming
Internship
A diploma in IT gives
graduates a chance to advance
their careers in IT further
especially those who did
score the minimum entry requirements
for degree courses.

Entry requirements
- Interested students
must score either of the
qualifications below:
(i)A minimum of C in KCSE
with C- in maths and English/kiswahili
(ii)KCE division II
(iii)KACE with at least one principal pass
(iv) A relevant certificate from a recognized
institution.

Program duration
- The course takes three trimesters plus internship

Tuition fees
- Sh.25,000 per trimester
Entry Requirements:-
- KCSE or equivalent certificate with a minimum of C and grade C- (minus) in both mathematics and English or similar grades in an equivalent examination approved by the University Senate.
or
- Certificate in relevant disciplines in the field of information technology from an institution recognized by the university senate.
Exceptions and credit transfers:-
A maximum of 15 credit transfers for diploma holders of I.T. and related certificates and diplomas recognised by the Mount Kenya University senate for individual subjects where students have attained a credit and above
Minimum requirements
(a) A minimum of C at KCSE with C- in English and Mathematics OR

(b) Division II in KCE with credit passes in mathematics and English OR

(c) A credit pass in JKUAT IT certificate OR

(d) A KACE certificate with a subsidiary passes in mathematics.

Some of the areas covered are:
(i) Software Engineering.

(ii) Desktop Publishing.

(iii) Network essentials.

(iv) Systems Analysis and Design.

(v) Computer Operating Systems.

Course duration
Two years plus three years industrial attachment.
Minimum requirements
(a) A minimum of C at KCSE with C- in English and Mathematics OR

(b) Division II in KCE with credit passes in mathematics and English OR

(c) A credit pass in JKUAT IT certificate OR

(d) A KACE certificate with a subsidiary passes in mathematics.

Some of the areas covered are:
(i) Software Engineering.

(ii) Desktop Publishing.

(iii) Network essentials.

(iv) Systems Analysis and Design.

(v) Computer Operating Systems.

Course duration
Two years plus three years industrial attachment.
Minimum requirements
(a) A minimum of C at KCSE with C- in English and Mathematics OR

(b) Division II in KCE with credit passes in mathematics and English OR

(c) A credit pass in JKUAT IT certificate OR

(d) A KACE certificate with a subsidiary passes in mathematics.

Some of the areas covered are:
(i) Software Engineering.

(ii) Desktop Publishing.

(iii) Network essentials.

(iv) Systems Analysis and Design.

(v) Computer Operating Systems.

Course duration
Two years plus three years industrial attachment.
This program prepares students in ICT.Students
learn several interrelationships between hardware and software
and how both parts process data to information.They are also
trained on how such skills are applicable in real life.

Course requirements
- Applicants are required to have scored a minimum
of a C in KCSE with a C- in maths or physics or
hold a certificate in Information technology or in
any other relevant discipline from a reputable institution.

Course duration
- The program takes three years
The program provides students with
foundation that enables students to
apply information technology in
modern business management
at basic level.

Entry requirements
- A minimum of a C in KCSE with
a C- in English and maths or
division II in KCE with credit
passes in English and maths or
any other relevant qualifications
approved by the senate.

Course duration
- The program takes six months
Requirements:-

Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE or equivalent with C (Plain) in Mathematics and English.

OR

Mean grade of C- (Minus) at KCSE or equivalent with certificate in related field from a recognized institution.

Tuition fees:-

East Africans Kshs. 52,000/- p.a.
Non-East Africans Kshs. 65,000/- p.a.
Statutory fees Kshs. 19,900/- p.a.
It is a program designed to prepare graduates
for current technology and how it is applied
in daily business operations.

Entry requirements
Applicants are required to have scored a C in
KCSE or a certificate in information technology
or any other relevant qualification from a
reputable institution.

Course duration
-The program takes three years

Entry Requirements

KCSE Aggregate C - with a minimum of C in both Mathematics and English.
KACE certificate with a minimum of two Principal Passes and one Subsidiary, and a minimum of a Credit Pass in Mathematics at KCE.
KCSE aggregate D+ with a Professional Certificate in Information Technology or a relevant discipline from an institution recognized by the Academic Counci
Course requirements
- Applicants are required to have scored
a minimum of a C in KCSE with a C- in either maths or physics or a certificate
in Information Technology.Applicants having
other relevant qualifications may be considered
for admission after approval by the senate.

Program duration
- The program takes a minimum of
three years.
Academic qualifications
- One should have attained a C in KCSE with a C- in maths and English or
- KCE division II with credit passes in maths and English or
- Hold a certificate in information technology with a credit pass and a C- in maths and English or
- Hold a KACE certificate with a subsidiary pass in maths
Duration
- 2 years
Entry rewquirements
KCSE C- at KCSE
Olevel Certificate with mean grade of division III OR
A Level qualification with minimum of 1P or 3 Sub with at least a D+
Certificate in ICT
Certificate in any Information related courses from KNEC

Duration :2 years

Mode of study:Regular /weeekends
Minimum admission criteria/requirements: KCSE Mean Grade of C (plain) with C- minus in Mathematics and English/Kiswahili or
KCE Division II or equivalent or
KACE or equivalent with at least 1 principal pass or
Certificate in relevant discipline.
Study duration: 3 trimesters.
Fees payable: Ksh. 25,000 per trimester.
Admission requirements
- Applicants are required
to be holders of any one
of the qualifications below:
(a)A minimum of C in KCSE with
C- in both English and maths
(b)Division II in KCE with
credit passes in maths and English

Course duration
- Six months
Admission requirements
- A minimum of C in KCSE
with C- maths and English
or C- in KCSE plus a professional
certificate in relevant discipline
from a recognized institution.

Course duration
- Six trimesters

Tuition fees
- Sh.22,550 per trimester
Course duration
Students must have attained a C in final exams with a C- in English and maths,or
be in possession of a relevant certificate from a recognized institution
Course duration
- Six trimesters
Fees
- Sh.22,550 per semester
Internship fee
-Sh.5,000
Admission requirements
-A C- in KCSE with a pass in both maths and English or
-A D+ in KCSE and a certificate in information technology from a recognized institution with at least a credit pass
Duration
-3 years
Mode of study
-full time,evening and weekends
Academic qualifications
-Minimum mean grade of C- at KCSE with D+ in
mathematics or a
-A IT-related Certificate from a recognized
institution
Course duration
-3 years
Mode of study
-full time
Course requirements

One must have scored a minimum of a C in KCSE with a C in maths
and English or hold a relevant certificate from a recognized
institution.

Course duration

Three years
Course requirements
- A minimum of a C in KCSE with a C- in maths or physics or
- Hold a relevant certificate from a recognized institution
Duration
- 1 1/2 years
Entry requirements
-One must have scored
a minimum of C in KCSE
with C in maths and C-
in physics.

Course duration
-Two semesters
Admission requirements
- Applicants must have attained a minimum of a C in KCSE with a C- in maths/physics
Course duration
- 3 years
Entry requirements
A minimum of C- at KCSE with a pass in Information Technology Certificate.

Course duration
4 Semesters

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