Description of the Programme
The Diploma in Agricultural Engineering is designed to train persons in the mechanization and engineering-related fields necessary for increasing agricultural production and processing. The programme aims to ensure graduates are competent in computer-aided technology and mechanization to enhance the efficiency of agricultural operations while providing high-quality products to consumers. The Agricultural Engineering programme covers areas such as soil and water conservation, farm power and machinery, irrigation, agricultural structures, agricultural processing and renewable energy, which are all crucial in enhancing the performance of the agricultural sector. Therefore, the programme has been designed with emphasis on practical approach incorporating the current advancements in technology to satisfy the technical manpower requirements for the agricultural industry.
Admission Requirements
KCSE Mean Grade of C- (Minus)
Course Duration
8 terms
Career and Employment Opportunities
The knowledge and skill set acquired span various jobs such as agricultural engineering, crop production and animal production among others. Graduates can enjoy employment as agricultural supervisors, fertilizer and pesticide applicators, greenhouse technicians, farm machine operators, agricultural engineering technicians and marketing specialists.
Major Employers
- Agribusiness firms
- Ranches
- Agricultural research institutes like Kenya Agriculture and Livestock Research Organization (KALRO)
- Banks and other financial institutions
- State corporations like the NCPB and National Irrigation Board (NIB)
- Development authorities such as the Tana and Athi Rivers Development Authority (TARDA)
- Agricultural consultancy firms
Institutions Offering the Programme
Bunyala Technical and Vocational College
Eldoret Polytechnic
Kaiboi Technical Training Institute
Kitale National Polytechnic
Laisamis Technical and Vocational College
Nyandarua National Polytechnic
Sang’alo Institute of Science and Technology
Thika Technical Training Institute
Academic Progression
Bachelor of Science (Agricultural Engineering)
Bachelor of Science (Agricultural & Bio-systems Engineering)
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