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DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTING AND INFORMATICS

ICT Lab 1

Computing Trainees learning how to perform Computer Networking

Trainees in an ICT lab

Computing trainees Preparing a lab

COMPUTING AND INFORMATICS DEPARTMENT

The department was established to equip trainees with Information, Communication and Technology skills. With the ever-changing IT technology due to its advancement and application, we endeavor to mentor and instill in our trainees ICT skills and knowledge that will make them to become great innovators. The department offers digital literacy skills to all trainees in the institute and upgrading of IT skills to staff.

The department offers training in two Sections namely Information Communication Technology and Information Studies. Short courses such as Computer Packages, Accounting packages and Computer Repair and maintenance are also offered.

The department has a Jitume lab that was launched by the CS, Ministry of Information, Communications and The Digital Economy. Mr. Eliud Owalo in 2023. Jitume is An Initiative that encourages the youth to take it upon themselves (Jitume) to access digital devices and opportunities to learn, become certified on skills for the 4th Industrial Revolution (4IR) and to access digital jobs. It is a bundled program that takes care of the main challenges facing the citizens regarding taking advantage of digital opportunities. The challenges range from access to digital devices and internet connectivity, training, and knowledge as well as opportunities that can result in decent and dignified income.

 

 Betty V. Phillis

HEAD OF DEPARTMENT.

Email: bchasimba@fck.ac.ke

Courses

S/N Course Duration Entry requirements Examining body
1. Higher National Diploma in Archives & Record Management 1 Year Diploma in related course KNEC
2. Higher National Diploma in Library and Information Studies 1 Year Diploma in Library and Information Studies KNEC
3. Diploma in Information Communication Technology – Module I, II, III 3 Years KCSE C- (Minus) or Certificate in ICT KNEC
4. Diploma in Information Studies (Library) – Module I, II, III 3 Years KCSE C- (Minus) or Certificate in Information Studies KNEC
5. ICT Technician Level 6 3 Years KCSE C- (Minus) or ICT Technician Level 5 TVET CDACC
6. Certificate  in Information Communication Technology – Level I, II 2 Years KCSE D Plain KNEC
7. Certificate  in Information Studies (Library) – Level I, II 2 Years KCSE D Plain KNEC
8. ICT Technician Level 5 2 Years KCSE D + (Plus) or ICT Technician Level 4 TVET CDACC
9. ICT Technician Level 4 1 Year KCSE E or ICT Technician Level 3 TVET CDACC
10. Computer Literacy Packages 2 weeks Open FCK
11. Accounting Packages 2 weeks Open FCK
12. Computer Repair and Maintenance 4 weeks Open FCK

Staff

  • Betty V. Phillis – Head of Department
  • Leah N. Makete – Institution Examination Officer
  • Wesley Kosgei – Quality Assurance
  • Zedekiah Shango- Head of Section Information Studies
  • Joseph Kimani – Trainer/Departmental Industrial Liaisons Coordinator
  • Ezra Mutai – Trainer/ Departmental Exams and Assessment Coordinator
  • Abraham Isiaho – Trainer/Departmental Timetable Coordinator
  • Gerald Kioko – Trainer
  • Kevin Ngogede – Trainer
  • Boinet Atianyi – Trainer
  • Race Kavaya – Trainer
  • Millicent Mahaga – Trainer
  • Mercy Barasa – Trainer
  • Oscar Wesonga – Trainer
  • Raphael Teyie – Trainer
  • Jesse Song’ore – ICT Technician
  • Michael Wamalwa – ICT Technician
  • Graham Bureza – ICT Technician
  • Patrick Asuka – System Administrator