CAROLINE MUREITHI - HOD COMPUTING AND INFORMATICS DEPARTMENT
Nkabune Technical Training Institute is committed to increasing access to quality training by intergrating information and communication technology in research and curriculum development. For the country to achieve vision 2030, Science and Technology is identified as one of the pillars necessary to achieve the vision with ICT development being a key component.The institute Computing and Informatics department has ensured that the institute is not left behind in ICT advancement.
The ICT department offers the following Modular courses;
- . Information Communication Technician
- . Computer Science
Certifications and short courses available includes;
- . Cisco network certification
- . Computer packages
ICT trainers drive the department's academic performance success with a wealth of ICT experience. It is also a requirement that all students at the institute be exposed to basic computer skills to be competitive in the job market. The institute has well-equipped computer labs with functional computers. In addition, all computers are networked to enable ease of learning in the labs and enhance efficiency in curriculum delivery. The department is producing highly qualified graduates who are competitive in the job market.
All offices in the institute are equipped with personal computers connected to a local area network (LAN). The management Information System modules, communication within departments, printers and the internet. The institution has already rolled out fee collection, examinations, admissions and hostel allocation modules. This has improved our efficiency and effectiveness in managing institute affairs. This will enhance the mode of study and research.
The speed of internet access is enhanced with fibre optic cable to cater for the high demand for internet usage in the institute. Nkabune is one of the fastest-growing institutions in the field of ICT development and growth in Meru County. We want to be a centre of excellence in ICT innovations and advancement. We are confident that Nkabune Technical Institute will be a leading Institution towards achieving the vision 2030, not only in Meru County but in the country
