Our Key Objective

To produce well-rounded graduates who are creative and innovative with the potential to become leaders of industry and the nation as well as to nurture creativity and innovativeness and expand the frontiers of technology and education for the betterment of society.

Vision

To be recognized as a provider of high quality competency based training in the field of Mechanical and Automotive Engineering that enables graduates to meet the needs of society.

Mission

To provide training that builds within learners a solid foundation in mechanical and automotive engineering principles, expands the reasoning, communication and problem solving abilities of students, and prepares graduates who have the motivation and ability for life long growth in their professional careers.

About The Department

The Department of Mechanical and Automotive Engineering at the Nyeri National Polytechnic offers a wide range of courses conforming to the Kenya National Qualification Framework (KNQF). These include qualifications for Mechanical Production Technicians, Motor Vehicle Mechanics, Welding and Fabrication, Lathe Machine Operation. In addition to these the Automotive Engineering Section has a driving school offering NTSA approved training for vehicles of classes A2, B and C.

Our Teaching Style

Our workshops are interactive and hands-on. We provide trainees with the opportunity to learn by doing. We also use case studies and real-world examples to help students understand how the concepts they are learning apply in the real world.

Costs and Registration

The cost of our workshops varies depending on the course and length of the workshop. We offer discounts for early bird registration and groups. To register for a workshop, please visit our website or contact us directly.

How To Get Started

If you are interested in attending one of our workshops, please visit our website or contact us directly. We would be happy to answer any questions you have and help you to choose the right workshop for your needs.

We look forward to seeing you in our workshop! Our workshops are well equipped with modern facilities and equipment.

The following is a list of all the courses offered in our department:

Mechanical and Automotive Engineering Workshops

Our mechanical and automotive engineering workshop is a state-of-the-art facility that provides students, researchers, and industry professionals with the resources they need to design, build, and test mechanical systems. Our workshop is equipped with a wide range of tools and equipment, including CNC machines, conventional lathes and milling machines, welding and fabrication equipment, CAD/CAM software, MMAW/TIG/MIG/OAW welding machines, band saws, pedestal grinders, electric furnace, universal milling machine, gear hobbing cutting machine, 4 tone hoist, hydraulic press, battery charger, car diagnostic kit, beam setter machine, pedestal drill etc.

Our workshop is open to students, researchers, and industry professionals of all levels of experience. We offer a variety of workshops and training courses that are designed to meet the needs of beginners as well as experienced engineers.

Our workshops cover a wide range of mechanical engineering topics, including:

• CNC machining
• Conventional machining
• Welding and fabrication
• CAD/CAM software
• Mechanical design principles
• Machine operation and safety
• Spray painting

Attending our workshops can help you to:

• Gain hands-on experience with mechanical engineering tools and equipment
• Learn about the latest mechanical engineering technologies
• Develop your mechanical design and fabrication skills
• Network with other mechanical engineers

Trainers

The department is well- staffed with 31 experienced and qualified trainers of which some belong to professional engineering bodies like EBK, IEK, KETRB and IET.

Our Trainers

Technicians

The department is also well- staffed with 5 technicians who are highly experienced and knowledgeable, with hands on skills and they are available to provide assistance with all aspects of your project, from design and feasibility assessment to material selection and fabrication. We offer a variety of workshops and training courses on mechanical engineering topics, and we are also happy to accommodate custom projects.