Computing & Informatics

The Department of Computing and Informatics at The Nyeri National Polytechnic is a dynamic and innovative hub for technology education, research, and industry-driven training. The department aims to equip Trainees with the necessary technical skills, practical knowledge, and ethical grounding to thrive in today’s fast-evolving digital landscape.

With a strong focus on hands-on learning, up-to-date curriculum, and close ties with the ICT industry, the department plays a key role in producing highly skilled graduates ready to meet the challenges in the industry.

Vision:

To be a center of excellence in computing, innovation, and digital transformation.

Mission:

To impart quality ICT training through Competency-Based Skilling (CBS), research, and industry collaboration.

Computing and Informatics
	NAME	LEVEL	No. of modules per level
1	Information Communication Technology operation	4	2
2	Information Communication Technology	5	4
3	Information Communication Technology	6	6
4	Software Development	5	4
5	Software Development	6	6
6	Network system Technology	5	4
7	Network system Administration	6	6

Short Courses

International Computer Digital Literacy

Duration: 3 months

CISCO Networking Academy (e.g., CCNA 1 , CCNA 2, CCNA 3, CCNA 4)

Duration: 3 months

Graphic Design

Duration: 3months

Career Opportunities

Graduates from the Computing and Informatics Department can work in various roles such as:

Software Developer
ICT Technician
Network Administrator
Web Designer/Developer
Database Administrator
IT Support Specialist
Cybersecurity Analyst

Why Choose Us

Well-equipped computer labs with modern infrastructure.
Competency-based curriculum aligned with industry demands.
Experienced and dedicated trainers.
Strong industry linkages and attachment programs.
Participation in innovation challenges and ICT Trade Fair.

Shaping the Future with Technology

Computing & Informatics

Department of Computing and Informatics is at the forefront of equipping students with the technological skills critical for success in the 21st century. Our mission is to equip trainees with cutting-edge skills, foster innovation, and contribute to the digital transformation of society. The department offers a dynamic learning environment that fosters not only technical expertise but also innovation and problem-solving abilities.

Beyond the training room:

Practical Experience and Industry Partnerships

The Nyeri National Polytechnic recognizes the importance of practical experience. The department provides students with access to well-equipped Computing labs and industry-standard software. This hands-on approach allows students to hone their technical skills and gain valuable experience before entering the workforce.

Furthermore, the department fosters strong industry partnerships. Collaborations with companies like ICDL Africa, Cisco, and Huawei so as provide students with access to internationally recognized certifications that enhance their employability. These partnerships also expose students to real-world industry trends and practices.

The NNP Ajira Digital Club

The NNP Ajira Digital Club was established with the objective of empowering youth with digital skills, promoting online work, and enhancing employability. This report provides a summary of the club’s activities, achievements, challenges, and recommendations for the year 2024-2025.

Membership:

Total members: 84 Members
Membership composition: Students from various academic backgrounds from all departments
Leadership: A four member Committee (Chairperson, Vice-Chair, Secretary and treasurer).

Objectives of the Club

Create awareness about digital and online job opportunities
Train members on online work platforms (Upwork, Fiverr, etc.)
Enhance digital skills such as freelancing, transcription, virtual assistance, data entry, and graphic design
Promote a culture of self-employment and digital entrepreneurship

Activity	Date	Description		Outcome
Club Registration	09/06/2024	Club officially Registered		Club certificate Issued
Kirinyaga University Event	22/01/2024	Tech2give AI		10 trainees were trained
Ajira Training BootCamp	01/02/2024 02/02/2024	Data Entry Training		Trainees taught on data entry
Muranga University Meetup	08/02/2024	Social media Marketing		10 Trainees taught on Social media Marketing
Konza Lab Training session	09/2/2024 16/2/2024	FDM6/24J3 DFGM24J2A DFGM24J2C Cohorts		Trainees taught on Digital Marketing
Konza Lab Ajira Training BootCamp	23/02/2024 24/02/2024	NNP/FDM6/24J3 NNP/FG/24J2C cohorts		Trainees taught on Digital Marketing
Participation in Ajira Digital Summit at Karatina University	17/5/2024	Club representatives attended the national event		Exposure and recognition gained
Kirinyaga AYEC training	28/06/2024		Data Entry	10 trainees trained on Data Entry
CSR at Huruma Children’s home	02/11/2024	Corporate Social Responsibility		47 trainees participated in giving back to the community
Nyeri Town AYEC	01/07/2025		Mentorship	10 Trainees were mentored

Success Stories:

Members actively earning across various platforms.
Club Members have been able to create an Ajency that creates employment for themselves and others.

NNP JITUME LAB

In March 2024, H.E President William Samoei Ruto officially opened the Nyeri National Polytechnic’s Jitume ICT Lab and Open, Distance and e-Learning (ODeL) Centre, marking a significant step in Kenya’s journey toward building an inclusive Digital and Creative Economy under the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA).

This modern facility is a 24/7 digital workspace that has already begun to bridge the gap between education and employment.

It brings together the Jitume Lab, which provides digital skills training and the Ajira Digital Program, which connects users to real online jobs.

The lab supports open, distance and e-learning, allowing students at Nyeri National Polytechnic to continue their education with flexibility and convenience.

The facility’s reach extends beyond the institution. Residents from the surrounding communities also have access to the lab, turning it into a digital common space for knowledge, opportunity and income.

At full capacity, the lab hosts 1,368 clusters of users and can record upto 1544 active sessions, a clear indication of its growing importance as a digital productivity hub and the Digital Superhighway as a functional pathway to youth empowerment.

So far, the youth using the facility have collectively earned over 8 million dollars through digital gigs and online freelance work across 43 global platforms. These earnings are transforming lives.

Young people like Wafula, who consistently earns between $600–$800 monthly, Odhiambo, with $500–$600 and Trevor, who averages between $100–$300, are living proof of the potential embedded in digital talent.

– By Dr. Raymond Omollo