Masonry

Certificate program (KNEC)

Certificate 2 years

About Masonry programme

Masonry is the building of structures from individual units, which are often laid in and bound together by mortar. Masonry is generally a highly durable form of construction. However, the materials used, the quality of the mortar and workmanship, and the pattern in which the units are assembled can substantially affect the durability of the overall masonry construction.

This masonry certificate program promotes the trade of masonry through technical instruction and practical “hands-on” experience for the necessary skill development for employment in the field of construction.

The common materials of masonry construction are brick, building stone such as marble, granite, and limestone, cast stone, concrete block, glass block, and adobe.

A person who constructs masonry is called a mason.

Career prospects:

  • Mason in the Building Industry,
  • Instructor in Vocational Training Centres

Progression path:

  • Diploma in Building Technology

Objectives of Masonry

This masonry certificate program teaches students to assemble structures from individual units, from materials such as stone, marble and other local materials.

Students interested in developing the skills needed for a masonry career are highly encouraged to enroll into this program.

 

Entry requirements for Masonry

The Minimum Entry Requirements are:

  • KCSE Mean Grade D (Plain), or;
  • Pass in a relevant Artisan course, or;
  • An Equivalent qualification approved by KNEC.

The duration for the course is two (2) years which includes a compulsory industrial attachment.
This program is examined by KNEC at the end of the two years training period.
 

Colleges offering Masonry

Masonry

Catholic Technical Training Institute
Machakos County

Masonry

Katine Technical Training Institute
Machakos County

Masonry

Gatanga Technical Vocational College
Muranga County

Masonry

Subukia Vocational Training Center
Nakuru County

Masonry

The Kabete National Polytechnic
Nairobi County

Masonry

Eldoret Technical Training Institute
Uasin Gishu County

Masonry

Comboni Polytechnic
Nakuru County

Masonry

Karen Technical Training Institute for the Deaf
Nairobi County

Masonry

Eldoret College of Professional Studies
Uasin Gishu County

Masonry

AIC Naivasha Technical Training Institute
Nakuru County

Masonry

Kipkabus Technical Training Institute
Uasin Gishu County

Masonry

Machakos Technical Institute for the Blind
Machakos County

Masonry

Kisumu Institute of Community Development Training
Kisumu County

Masonry

Kenya Israel Technical College
Machakos County

Masonry

Kenya Christian Industrial Training Institute (KCITI)
Nairobi County

Masonry

Rift Valley Institute of Science and Technology (RVIST)
Nakuru County