Construction department consist of Landscape design, Architecture Technology and Construction Management. The courses includes artisan, certificate and Diploma in Landscape ,Architecture and construction management. we also have professional short courses.
Our courses are tailored made to meet the TVET Competency Based Education and Training. Construction industry is one of the demanding field in the Kenyan Market. As a school of built environment,SCAAD college has partnered with various industry players and construction industries to offer practical and skilled based skills and training.
The courses includes:
- Landscape Design
- Diploma in Construction Management
- Certificate in Architecture Draftmanship
- Diploma in Architecture Technology
- Model Making
- Certificate in ArchiCAD
- Constuction Supervisory Skills
- Project Management
CERTIFICATE IN ARCHITECTURE
Certificate course in Architecture prepares you for a job market. It is Practical oriented. This certificate course is equips the learner with requisite knowledge in Building and Design as well as understanding the process involved in constructions . It forms a further training in the building industry. This course prepares you for a diploma course.
Course Duration
This course has two modules. It takes a duration of 6 months excluding attachment.
REQUIREMENTS
- Artisan Certificate or
- KCSE Mean Grade D and Above
- Birth Certificate
CAREER PROGRESSION
A student who has successfully completed Certificate course in Architecture is qualified to do Diploma course unto Degree level in the same field.
Careers in this field includes: Consultancy in Architecture,Project Managers assistance,Building Control Surveyor,Urban designer,Fire Risk Assessor,CAD Technician
Landscape designers aim to bridge the gap between landscape architecture and garden design. If you’re a garden enthusiast, whether you want to create your own garden, pursue a career in landscape design or start your own business, this course is ideal for you.
The Certificate of Landscape Design is a professional development program that will provide you with garden design skills and techniques to pursue a passion or jump-start your career or business in this field.
In this landscape design and architecture course, you will learn about pre-planning, how to make landscape drawings, how different garden styles are created and the components that make up a garden to create visual effects. This certificate course offered at SCAAD College also aim at equipping the learner with necessary skills and knowledge that will enable him/her to be independent in his or her filed of study. The students will also learn about making walls and other hard landscape surfaces, how to add garden features, and how to design small and large landscapes’ is a foundational Course.
MODE OF STUDY
There are two methods of study at scaad college . The student can attend classes physically (offline classes) or Online/distance learning classes.
REQUIREMENTS
KCSE D plain and above
COURSE DURATION
This course takes a duration of 3 terms and an internship. The student must complete the coursework in order for him or her to proceed for attachment.
COURSE OVERVIEW
Landscape Architecture Design
Unit 1 – Basic design procedures
- Horticulture and landscaping
- Plant names
- Common name and scientific names
- Botanical families
- Principles of landscaping
- Design elements
- Design effects
- Pre-planning information
- Plant reviews
- Plant identification work sheet
Unit 2 – History and styles of gardening
- Formal / informal gardens
- Natural gardens
- Cottage gardens
- Oriental gardens
- Mediterranean gardens
- Subtropical (rainforest) gardens
- Naturalistic landscaping
- History of gardening
Unit 3 – Drafting and contracting.
- Drawing options
- Computer added design (CAD)
- Drawing (Graphics)
- Design procedures
- Specifications and contracts
Unit 4 – Basic landscape construction
- Drainage and erosion
- Walling
- Mound making
- Earth shaping
- Play structures – design considerations.
- Gravel and bark paths
Unit 5 – Surfaces
- Gradients
- Surfaces
- Soft ground surfacing
- Artificial surfaces
- Substrates
- Performance considerations
- Paving
Unit 6 – Furnishing and features.
- Landscaping design structures
- Garden furniture
- Furnishing a garden
- Choosing furnishings
- Garden art
- Lighting
- Fountains and water displays.
- Skateboard facilities
Unit 7 – Park design Part A
- Park components
- Ornaments
- Walls, fences and windbreaks
- Enclosed gardens and gates
- How do windbreaks work
- Recreational landscaping
- Park design criteria
- Types of play landscapes
- Community participation
Unit 8 – Garden design
- Characteristics of garden design
- Practical concerns
- Bringing the outside in
- Buildings
- Courtyards
Unit 9 – Design procedure
- Design elements and principles
- The design process.
- Groups of components
- Landscaping narrow gardens
- Water garden design
- Water effects
- Water plants
- Formal and informal ponds
- Choosing a practical site
- Water quality and quantity
Unit 10 – Park Design Part B
- How to make trails
- Planning a trail
- Types of trails
- Sporting facilities
- Turf playing surfaces
- Dimensions of sporting facilities
- Outdoor multi-purpose courts
- Court elements and specification
- Fun and fitness trails
- Motorised vehicle parks
- Selecting a motorbike trail
CERTIFICATE IN LANDSCAPE DESIGN
Landscape designers aim to bridge the gap between landscape architecture and garden design. If you’re a garden enthusiast, whether you want to create your own garden, pursue a career in landscape design or start your own business, this course is ideal for you.
The Certificate of Landscape Design is a professional development program that will provide you with garden design skills and techniques to pursue a passion or jump-start your career or business in this field.
CERTIFICATE IN PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Certificate in Project Management at SCAAD College is a one-year program examined by CDACC/KNEC. This course is designed to equip learners with the essential knowledge, skills, and tools needed to plan, implement, evaluate, and manage projects successfully in today’s dynamic work environments.
CERTIFICATE IN CONSTRUCTION SUPERVISOY
The Construction Supervisory Skills short course at SCAAD College is an intensive, hands-on program designed to equip learners with the core competencies required to effectively supervise construction sites and lead teams in the building industry. This unique 3-week course blends technical skills, leadership training, and real-world site management concepts to prepare trainees for supervisory roles in both small and large construction projects. Read More
DIPLOMA IN CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
This Diploma course offered at Sanuk college of arts and Design is In line with the fast-paced and multifaceted nature of construction management and built environment. The course aims to equip the learner in four core construction functions, namely, project management, EHS management, building services engineering management, and energy efficient buildings. It highlight a well-balanced of this functions that serve at the centre of construction management. The course will help learners walk through the conceptual frameworks, tools, and practical perspectives to meet new-age construction challenges. Through this course, we go beyond domain technicalities and helps learners gain insight into managing construction operations.Join us today and get more insight of this course.
CERTIFICATE IN CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
The Construction Management Level 5 qualification equips learners with the essential competencies required to provide effective, reliable, and professional construction management services across a variety of building and civil works projects. This program prepares trainees to take on supervisory and mid-level management roles within the construction industry, ensuring that projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and according to quality standards.
This qualification focuses on practical, industry-based skills that allow learners to manage key aspects of construction operations with confidence.
What the Qualification Covers
1. Managing Construction Project Quality
Learners gain the ability to plan, control, and evaluate quality throughout all stages of a project.
DIPLOMA IN ARCHITECTURAL TECHNOLOGY (TVET CDACC)
Sanuk college of Arts and design-SCAAD college offers a range of courses including Diploma in Architectural Technology and Design. An architectural Technology course is a skilled based program designed to equip students with the principles, theories, and practical skills involved in the field of architecture. This course is typically offered at SCAAD College and is examined by TVET CDACC. This is course is only offered at Diploma level .
Here are some key aspects you can expect to learn in an architecture course:
- Architectural Design: This forms the core of any architecture course. Students learn how to conceptualize and create architectural designs for various types of buildings, considering factors such as functionality, aesthetics, sustainability, and user needs.
Certificate in Architecture
Certificate course in Architecture prepares you for a job market. It is Practical oriented. This certificate course is equipping the learner with requisite knowledge in Building and Design as well as understanding the process involved in constructions. It forms a further training in the building industry. This course prepares you for a diploma course.
Course Duration
This course has two modules. It takes a duration of 6 months excluding attachment.
Requirements
- Artisan Certificate or
- KCSE Mean Grade D and Above
- Birth Certificate
DIPLOMA IN ARCHITECTURAL TECHNOLOGY (TVET CDACC)
Sanuk college of Arts and design-SCAAD college offers a range of courses including Diploma in Architectural Technology and Design. An architectural Technology course is a skilled based program designed to equip students with the principles, theories, and practical skills involved in the field of architecture. This course is typically offered at SCAAD College and is examined by TVET CDACC. This is course is only offered at Diploma level .
Here are some key aspects you can expect to learn in an architecture course:
CERT IN INTERIOR DESIGN
Interior design is one of the competitive courses being sought by young people. It offers you with skills that are align with Kenya`s vision 2030 and TVETA goals and objectives to promote Competence Based Training and Skills.
The Interior Design Craftsmanship Qualification equips learners with the creative, technical, and entrepreneurial skills needed to design, plan, and execute interior spaces professionally. This program is competency-based and ensures graduates are ready for the industry.
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