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Available courses

Flexible and Blended Learning

A flexible and blended learning course description outlines an educational approach that combines online instruction with in-person, face-to-face interaction and activities. These courses offer students greater convenience and control over their learning, providing benefits such as flexible pacing and self-directed study through digital resources, combined with collaborative opportunities and instructor support in a physical classroom environment.  
Key Characteristics
  • Hybrid Delivery: 
    Integrates online learning (e.g., pre-recorded lectures, online discussions) with traditional classroom instruction (e.g., in-person group work, labs). 
  • Personalized Learning: 
    Students can often study at their own pace using digital resources, with teachers available for personalized support during scheduled sessions. 
  • Enhanced Engagement: 
    Incorporates technology to make learning more interactive and engaging, fostering both digital and physical communication. 
  • Flexibility: 
    Allows for a more flexible schedule by offering online components that can be accessed from anywhere, though some scheduled face-to-face meetings are still necessary. 
  • Diverse Activities: 
    Utilizes a mix of learning modalities, including digital activities, in-person lectures, workshops, and problem-solving exercises. 
  • Instructor Support: 
    Provides multiple avenues for student support, including online communication, in-person tutoring, and group facilitation. 

GeoTechnology Engineering

Geotechnology Engineering – Course Summary

Course Title:

Geotechnology Engineering

Course Description:

Geotechnology Engineering (also known as Geotechnical Engineering) is a branch of Civil Engineering that deals with the study of soil, rock, and underground water, and their relation to the design, construction, and performance of civil engineering structures. The course focuses on understanding the mechanical and physical properties of earth materials to ensure stability, safety, and durability of foundations, slopes, retaining structures, tunnels, and embankments.

Course Objectives:

By the end of the course, trainees should be able to:

  1. Understand the formation, classification, and properties of soils and rocks.

  2. Conduct soil investigation and interpret geotechnical data.

  3. Analyze the behavior of soils under different loading conditions.

  4. Design safe and economical foundations and retaining structures.

  5. Apply geotechnical principles in solving engineering problems related to slopes, excavations, and earthworks.

  6. Use laboratory and field testing techniques to determine soil parameters.

Key Topics / Units Covered:

  1. Introduction to Geotechnology Engineering

    • Scope and importance

    • Relationship with other branches of Civil Engineering

  2. Soil Formation and Classification

    • Soil genesis and types

    • Particle size distribution

    • Soil consistency limits (Atterberg limits)

  3. Soil Properties and Compaction

    • Moisture content, density, and permeability

    • Compaction tests and control

  4. Soil Mechanics

    • Effective stress principle

    • Shear strength of soils

    • Consolidation and settlement analysis

  5. Site Investigation and Sampling

    • Methods of soil exploration

    • Field tests (SPT, CPT, Plate load test)

    • Soil sampling and borehole logs

  6. Bearing Capacity and Foundation Design

    • Ultimate and allowable bearing capacity

    • Shallow foundations (footings, rafts)

    • Deep foundations (piles, caissons)

  7. Earth Pressure and Retaining Structures

    • Types of earth pressure

    • Design and stability of retaining walls

  8. Slope Stability

    • Causes of slope failure

    • Methods of analysis and slope protection

  9. Ground Improvement Techniques

    • Soil stabilization methods

    • Use of geotextiles and reinforcement

  10. Rock Mechanics and Tunneling

    • Properties of rocks

    • Stability of rock slopes and tunnels

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion, the trainee should be able to:

  • Classify soils using standard systems (USCS, AASHTO).

  • Conduct and interpret basic laboratory and field soil tests.

  • Design suitable foundations for various soil conditions.

  • Analyze slope and retaining wall stability.

  • Apply soil improvement and stabilization techniques.

Teaching and Learning Methods:

  • Lectures and class discussions

  • Laboratory and field experiments

  • Case studies and problem-solving exercises

  • Site visits and practical demonstrations

Assessment Methods:

  • Continuous assessment tests (CATs)

  • Laboratory reports

  • Fieldwork reports

  • Final written examination

Recommended Reference Books:

  1. Braja M. Das – Principles of Geotechnical Engineering

  2. Karl Terzaghi & Ralph B. Peck – Soil Mechanics in Engineering Practice

  3. Cernica J. N. – Geotechnical Engineering: Soil Mechanics

  4. Whitlow R. – Basic Soil Mechanics

  5. Taylor D. W. – Fundamentals of Soil Mechanics

Trasport Engineering

Transport Engineering – Course Summary

Transport Engineering is a branch of Civil Engineering that deals with the planning, design, construction, operation, and maintenance of transportation systems. The course provides learners with the knowledge and skills to develop efficient, safe, and sustainable transport infrastructure.

Key Areas Covered:

  • Transportation Systems & Modes – road, rail, air, and water transport

  • Traffic Engineering – traffic flow, control devices, capacity analysis, and safety

  • Highway Engineering – geometric design, pavement design, materials, and maintenance

  • Transportation Planning – demand forecasting, route selection, and urban transport planning

  • Public Transport Systems – mass transit, logistics, and sustainable transport solutions

  • Environmental & Economic Considerations – environmental impact, cost–benefit analysis, and policy

Skills Gained:

  • Ability to design and analyze transportation facilities

  • Understanding of transport policies, regulations, and standards

  • Competence in data collection (surveys) and traffic analysis

  • Knowledge of sustainable and modern transport technologies

Outcome:
Graduates are prepared to work in planning, design, construction, and management of transport systems for government agencies, consultancies, and construction firms.

Measurement of Building works and Civil engineering works

Measurements of building and civil engineering works is  the process of quantifying the dimensions areas and volumes of different items of work

General Building Costruction

These unit of competency entails the study of various construction methods uesd in the construction industry.It provides a brief summary of the construction methods used in the construction industry

STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS AND DESIGN

Diploma in Technical Trainer in Civil engineering

My name is Kaika Ntiti a student at the Kenya School of TVET pursuing a diploma in Technical trainer in Civil engineering.