Electrical Installation

Course Description for Electrical Installation

Electrical Installation Course at Uwezo College

The Electrical Installation course at Uwezo College is a nationally recognized program designed to equip learners with practical electrical wiring, installation, maintenance, and safety skills for domestic, commercial, and light industrial environments. At Uwezo College, Electrical Installation course is delivered through competency-based training, intensive workshop practice, and strict adherence to national occupational safety standards, producing job-ready electrical artisans.

Entry Requirements

Entry into the Electrical Installation course is flexible and inclusive. A learner may be admitted with:

• KCPE Certificate, or
• Any other qualification approved by the institution as suitable for artisan-level training.

This makes the course ideal for school leavers, youth seeking hands-on technical skills, and individuals wishing to enter the electrical trade.

Duration

• Typical Duration: 4 months depending on the mode of study and training schedule.

Training includes continuous assessments and practical projects.

Course Overview

The Electrical Installation curriculum focuses on practical competence, electrical safety, and industry-required skills. Key training areas include:

• Basic Electrical Principles (current, voltage, resistance, power)
• Electrical Safety, Tools & Workshop Practice
• Domestic Electrical Wiring (surface and concealed wiring systems)
• Installation of Lighting, Sockets, and Switches
• Electrical Machines and Appliances Installation
• Single-Phase Power Installation
• Basic Electronics and Control Systems
• Occupational Health & Safety
• Entrepreneurship and Small Business Practice
• Communication Skills & Trade Calculations

Training is largely practical, with learners working on real wiring circuits, distribution boards, testing instruments, and electrical installations under supervision.

Modes of Delivery at Uwezo College

Uwezo College offers the Electrical Installation course through four flexible study options:

1. Physical (Face-to-Face) Training

Full-time workshop-based learning with hands-on practicals and instructor supervision.

2. Online / Blended Learning

Theory lessons delivered online with scheduled on-campus practical sessions.

3. Distance / Modular Learning

Self-paced theory supported by digital materials with planned physical practical blocks.

4. Part-Time Learning

Evening and weekend classes for working learners and apprentices.

All modes follow the same KNEC syllabus, assessment standards, and certification requirements.

Career Opportunities After Completion

Graduates of the Artisan in Electrical Installation are prepared for employment as:

• Electrical installation artisan
• Domestic and commercial wiring technician
• Maintenance electrician assistant
• Electrical machine operator assistant
• Construction site electrical artisan
• Self-employed electrical contractor (small scale)
• Apprentice technician in power, manufacturing, and construction firms

Why Study Electrical Installation at Uwezo College

• Fully equipped practical workshops and modern training tools
• Highly experienced technical trainers
• Strong emphasis on safety and industry best practices
• Flexible four-mode training system to accommodate all learners
• Continuous assessment and exam-focused revision support

Why Uwezo College Is Exceptional

Uwezo College stands out for its hands-on technical training approach, learner-centered instruction, flexible delivery modes, and strong industry orientation. Our Electrical Installation trainees graduate with practical job skills, safety certification awareness, and entrepreneurship knowledge, enabling them to secure employment or start their own electrical service businesses with confidence.