Information Technology is a Certificate examined by KNEC.
| View institutions offering this programAbout Information Technology
Information and Communications Technology (ICT), is an extended synonym, an umbrella term which contains both Information Technology (IT) as well as Communications Technology under its fold. Information Communication Technology is the integration of telecommunications in computing for effective access, storage, transmission, and manipulation of information.
If you're looking for a job in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment, then this Information Technology course will introduce you to the fundamental concepts and practices of business management and IT as preparation for a rewarding career.
Graduates will:
- be able to develop IT solutions to address practical business problems using a technological approach.
- have ability to use industry standard computer software and hardware.
- be equipped with problem solving skills and can adapt in a fast changing technological world.
- be able to assist in system administration and networking in an organization.
- be employed in service industry, financial institutions, production organizations, research and consultancy and educational institutions.
Career Opportunities
- IT Consultant
- Web developer
- IT specialist
- Data modeler
Entry requirements for Information Technology
- KCSE D plain and above
Institutions offering Information Technology
Mombasa Aviation Training Institute
Private College
Mvita
Mombasa Aviation Training Institute is a world-class tertiary institution that offers a wide range of courses in aviation studies, hospitality & tourism, business studies, freight forwarding, media studies,...
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Private College
Thika Town
Christian Industrial Training College (CITC) Thika is a middle-level College that was established in 1972 as a project of the Anglican Church of Kenya, Thika Diocese.CITC is registered...
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Private College
Soy
Eldoret Technical Training Institute (ETTI) is a modern and dynamic educational institution with strong traditions in both higher and vocational education. (ETTI), prepares students for successful careers, responsible...
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Private College
Starehe
Kenya Institute of Professional Studies (KIPS TECHNICAL COLLEGE) is a premier Tertiary Institution established and mandated to operate as an Educational Training Institute by TIVET authority under the...
| ApplyJodan College of Technology
Private College
Thika Town
Jodan College of Technology is one of the leading higher education institutions with an exciting approach to tertiary education and training. Jodan College of Technology boasts modern state-of-the-art...
| ApplyRiruta Business College
Private College
Dagoretti South
Riruta Business College (RBC) is a reputable college of higher learning, established to offer high-quality education to all Kenyans. It is registered with the Ministry of Education in...
| ApplyRegional Center for Mapping of Resources for Development
Private College
Ruaraka
The Regional Centre for Mapping of Resources for Development (RCMRD) was established in Nairobi ? Kenya in 1975 under the auspices of the United Nations Economic Commission for...
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Private College
Langata
Located in Nairobi, the East African College of Tourism and Hospitality Management (EACTHM) stands as a premier tertiary institution, accredited and licensed by the Ministry of Education Science...
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Private College
Westlands
Graffins College is a Pioneer in Education in Kenya, with over 50 Years of Academic Excellence, we take pride in providing flexible, affordable, Industry recognized certifications and amazing...
| ApplyMwangaza College
Private College
Nakuru Town East
Mwangaza College is administered under the Diocese of Nakuru by the De La Salle Christian Brothers (a worldwide educational religious Congregation with a 300-year tradition). The goal of...
| ApplyRift Valley Institute of Business Studies
Private College
Nakuru Town East
Rift Valley Institute of Business Studies (RVIBS) is a registered Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institution situated in Nakuru County, Kenya.Our founding director, armed with over...
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Information Technology (IT) is a fast-growing field and effective use of it enables companies to serve customers better, access more information, be more flexible in responding to business changes, and increase employee productivity. What this creates for experts who understand computer science and Information Technology is a huge amount of opportunities, and even wealth.
This course is intended to equip the trainees with knowledge, skills and attitudes which are responsive to the challenging needs in the computing industry.
The course will allow the graduates to work in a salaried employment or self-employment. To achieve this, units such as entrepreneurship, communication skills and life skills have been included in the course work.
Learning Outcomes
- Plan and implement computer applications in IT industry.
- Use Information Technology effectively in the work environment to analyse, identify and define organisation requirements and opportunities.
- Design, install and manage computer networked systems.
- Analyse the impact of technology on individuals, organizations and society, including ethical, legal and policy issues.
Information Technology - Programme
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