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Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery

Course Description

The Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery is a hands-on program designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge required to work with wood and other materials in the construction, furniture, and interior industries. This program prepares graduates for a career in carpentry and joinery, focusing on both traditional techniques and modern practices.

The curriculum covers a wide range of topics including woodworking tools and machinery, wood materials and their properties, joinery techniques, furniture making, structural carpentry, building codes, and safety standards. Students will also gain an understanding of sustainable practices in carpentry and joinery, ensuring that designs meet both functional and environmental standards.

Through practical workshops and industrial attachments, students will gain the experience needed to create high-quality wooden structures, furniture, and fixtures. The program emphasizes craftsmanship, precision, and attention to detail.

Requirements

Diploma: A mean grade of C- (minus) or higher in KCSE,
Certificate: A mean grade of D+ (plus) or higher in KCSE

Possible Careers

  • Carpenter
  • Joiner
  • Furniture Maker
  • Cabinet Maker
  • Construction Carpenter
  • Site Supervisor
  • Woodworking Technician
  • Furniture Design Consultant
  • Structural Woodwork Specialist
  • Interior Joinery Specialist

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