School of Electrical Engineering

Course Description

Electrical and Electronics Engineering is a diverse and dynamic field that deals with the study, design, and application of electrical systems, electronics, and electromagnetism. The course typically covers a wide range of topics to equip students with the knowledge and skills required to work in various industries, including telecommunications, power systems, control systems, electronics, and more. Below are some common courses that we train in Electrical and Electronics Engineering program:

Course Structure

The course divided into two structures depending on course duration and examination body. The structures are Professional courses and Short courses.

Professional Courses

Professional courses in Electrical and Electronics Engineering are those examinable by KNEC/NITA and take a longer duration of study. The professional courses are listed below:

1. Grade tests

This course takes 2 years study duration. The course is examined by NITA and the minimum grade required is D- in KCSE. The course is done in 3 modules;

  • Grade 3: Takes 1 year equivalent to 3 terms.
  • Grade 2: Takes 6 months equivalent to 2 terms.
  • Grade 1: Takes 6 months equivalent to 2 terms.

2. Artisan

Artisan course in Electrical and Electronics Engineering takes 2 years to study. The course is   examinable by KNEC and the minimum grade required for this course is D Minus or KCPE certificate.

  • The course is done in one module Takes 1 year equivalent to 3 terms

3. Certificate

Certificate course in Electrical and Electronics Engineering takes 2 years to study. The course is examinable by KNEC and the minimum grade required for this course is D plain. The course is done in 2 modules;

  • Craft Module 1: Takes 1 year equivalent to 3 terms
  • Craft Module 2: Takes 1 year equivalent to 3 terms

4. Diploma

A diploma course in Electrical and Electronics Engineering takes 3 years. The course is examinable by KNEC and the minimum grade required for this course is C minus. The course is done in 3 modules;

  • Diploma Module 1: Takes 1 year equivalent to 3 terms
  • Diploma Module 2: Takes 1 year equivalent to 3 terms
  • Diploma Module 3: Takes 1 year equivalent to 3 terms

Short Courses

The short courses in Electrical and electronics Engineering are those that are internally trained and examined by Uwezo College. These courses take between 2-3 months study duration. They include:

  • Electrical Installation
  • Solar Installation
  • CCTV and Electric fence installation

Engineering Professional courses

IconCourseExam BodyDuration (Months)Entry RequirementAction
AEEArtisan Electrical EngineeringKNEC12

At least grade D- in KCSE or KCPE Certificate

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EEC1Electrical Engineering Craft 1KNEC12

At least D plain in KCSE or a PASS in Artisan level

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EEC2Electrical Engineering Craft 2KNEC12

A PASS in Craft Module 1

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EED1Electrical Engineering Diploma 1KNEC12

At least Grade C- in KCSE

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EED2Electrical Engineering Diploma 2KNEC12

A PASS in Diploma Module 1 or a PASS in Craft Module 2

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EED3Electrical Engineering Diploma 3KNEC12

A PASS in Diploma Module 2

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EEG1Electrical Engineering Grade 1NITA6

A PASS in Grade II

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EEG2Electrical Engineering Grade 2NITA6

A PASS in Grade III

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EEG3Electrical Engineering Grade 3NITA12

At least KCPE Certificate

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Engineering Job Specific courses

IconCourseExam BodyDuration (Months)Entry RequirementAction
CCCTVCertificate In CCTV InstallationUwezo College3

A minimum KCSE Certificate

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EESISolar Installation, Wiring And MaintenanceUwezo College3

KCSE certificate

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TVET-CDACC Program

IconCourseExam BodyDuration (Months)Entry RequirementAction
EELV6Electrical Engineering Level 6TVET-CDACC36

At least C- in KCSE

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EILV4Electrical Installation Level 4TVET-CDACC12

At least D- in KCSE

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EILV5Electrical Installation Level 5TVET-CDACC24

Grade D plain or D+ in KCSE

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EILV6Electrical Installation Level 6TVET-CDACC36

At least C- in KCSE

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