Program Overview
The KNEC Diploma in Aeronautical Engineering is a nationally recognized qualification that provides students with a solid foundation in aeronautical engineering principles and practices.
This comprehensive program is designed to equip students with the technical knowledge and practical skills needed to pursue careers in aircraft design, maintenance, and operations. The curriculum is aligned with industry standards and approved by the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC).
Program Details
Duration and Structure
- •3-year full-time program
- •Semester-based academic calendar
- •Theoretical and practical components
- •Industrial attachment in the final year
- •KNEC examinations at the end of each academic year
Core Curriculum
- •Engineering Mathematics
- •Aircraft Structures and Materials
- •Aerodynamics and Flight Mechanics
- •Aircraft Systems and Instrumentation
- •Aircraft Maintenance Practices
- •Aviation Regulations and Safety
Key Program Features
Nationally Recognized
KNEC certification is recognized by employers and educational institutions throughout Kenya and East Africa.
Industry Partnerships
Benefit from our partnerships with aviation companies for industrial attachments and potential employment opportunities.
Pathway to Higher Education
Graduates can pursue further studies in aeronautical engineering at degree level in Kenya or internationally.
Career Opportunities
Job Prospects
Graduates of the KNEC Diploma in Aeronautical Engineering program can pursue careers in various sectors of the aviation industry, including:
- •Aircraft maintenance organizations
- •Airlines and aviation companies
- •Aircraft manufacturing and assembly
- •Aviation regulatory bodies
- •Defense forces (Air Force)
Potential Roles
The aviation industry in Kenya and across Africa is growing, creating increasing demand for qualified aeronautical engineering professionals.
