The design, construction, and maintenance of large-scale civil structures—including roads, dams, water and sewer systems, and buildings—demand a high level of expertise in Building and Civil Engineering. This field offers a wealth of career opportunities both within Kenya and internationally, encompassing diverse roles in the public and private sectors as well as prospects for self-employment. In alignment with Kenya’s Affordable Housing for All initiative under the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation agenda, the importance of this discipline has been underscored. Our department, established with the inception of the college in 2020, has experienced significant growth and currently boasts a dedicated team of ten experienced trainers.
At Ugunja Technical and Vocational College, we are committed to equipping students with the essential knowledge and skills in Building and Civil Engineering. We offer a comprehensive range of courses designed to prepare students for successful careers in this dynamic field. Explore our offerings and join us in shaping the future of civil engineering.
The department is well equipped with various machines and equipment that automate the learning process and operations. Such include stock and dies, Pipe bending machines, Dumpy levels, automatic planes, automatic saws amongst others with spacious working environments.
Departmental Objectives
To equip trainees with competency-based skills and competencies through training programs in the building sector.
To churn out competent and qualified technicians and technologists meeting the current industrial and technological needs.
Carry out assessment to trainees in curriculum units in civil and building sector.
To effectively monitor all construction related works within the institution.
Carry out production units related to the department
To motivate and counsel trainees in issues regarding academics within the department.
Programmes Offered
| Code | Course Title | Minimum Requirements | Examining Body |
| BT LVL 6 | Building Technician Level 6 | KCSE Mean Grade C- (Minus) | CDAAC |
| BT LVL 5 | Building Technician Level 5 | KCSE Mean Grade D (Plain) | CDAAC |
| PL LVL 5 | Plumbing Level 6 | KCSE Mean Grade D (Plain) | CDAAC |
| PL LVL 4 | Plumbing Level 5 | KCPE/ KCSE | CDAAC |