• MOTTO

    “Engineering Skills for Sustainable Development”

    INSTITUTIONAL PROFILE

    Name of Institution

    UHANDISI TECHNICAL TRAINING INSTITUTE (UTTI)

    Location

    Kisumu County, Kenya

    Type of Institution

    Public/Private Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Institution

    Background

    Uhandisi Technical Training Institute is a leading technical institution located in Kisumu County, established to provide high-quality, practical, and industry-relevant training in building and civil engineering–related disciplines. The institute is committed to developing skilled technicians and technologists who can effectively contribute to national development and infrastructure growth.

    Vision

    To be a centre of excellence in engineering and technical training for sustainable development.

    Mission

    To equip learners with practical engineering skills, technical knowledge, and professional values through quality training, innovation, and industry collaboration.

    Core Values

    • Professionalism

    • Integrity

    • Innovation

    • Excellence

    • Safety and Sustainability

    Courses Offered

    Uhandisi Technical Training Institute offers the following programmes:

    1. Civil Engineering

    2. Building Construction

    3. Building and Civil Engineering

    4. Interior Design

    5. Water and Sanitation Engineering

    6. Land Surveying

    Training Approach

    • Competency-Based Training (CBT)

    • Practical, hands-on workshops and site-based learning

    • Industry attachment and internship programs

    • Use of modern tools, equipment, and technology

    Facilities

    • Well-equipped engineering workshops and laboratories

    • Drafting and design studios

    • ICT and e-learning facilities

    • Library and learning resource centre

    Target Group

    • School leavers

    • Artisans and technicians

    • Professionals seeking skills upgrading

    • Community members interested in technical skills

    Graduate Outcomes

    Graduates from Uhandisi Technical Training Institute are prepared to:

    • Work effectively in construction, engineering, and infrastructure sectors

    • Apply safe and sustainable engineering practices

    • Be self-reliant through entrepreneurship and innovation

    Institutional Slogan

    “Building Skills, Shaping the Future.”

Available courses

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Communication Skills (Module 6 – Diploma Level) is a course designed to equip learners with the knowledge, attitudes and practical abilities needed to communicate effectively in academic, professional and social contexts.

At this level, the course focuses on developing both verbal and non-verbal communication skills, including speaking, listening, reading and writing. Learners are trained to express ideas clearly, confidently and appropriately for different audiences and situations.

The course emphasizes practical application, enabling students to participate in discussions, deliver presentations, and prepare workplace documents. By the end of the module, learners are expected to communicate effectively, collaborate with others and demonstrate professionalism in various environments.

SITE SURVEY

Unit Description
This unit specifies the competencies required to carrying out site survey. It involves undertaking 
preliminary site survey, setting out civil structures and establishing survey control points.

Summary of Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes DURATION (HOURS)
1. Undertake preliminary site survey 30
2. Set out civil structures 30
3. Establish survey control points 60
TOTAL 120 HOURS

Workshop Technology Practices

Unit Description
This unit describes the competencies required to demonstrate workshop technology skills. It 
involves demonstrating workshop safety awareness, demonstrating masonry skills, 
demonstrating carpentry skills, performing electrical operations and managing workshop waste.
Summary of Learning Outcomes


     LEARNING OUTCOMES DURATION     (hours)
                Demonstrate masonry skills            14
                Carry out plumbing tasks                10
                Demonstrate carpentry skills           10
                Perform electrical operations           8
                Carry out mechanical operations     8
                TOTAL                                               50