Curriculum
Curriculum
FOR
ARCHITECTURE
KNQF LEVEL: 6
( CYCLE 3)
TVET CDACC
P.O. BOX 15745-00100
NAIROBI
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Council Secretary/CEO
TVET Curriculum Development, Assessment and Certification Council
P.O. Box 15745–00100
Nairobi, Kenya
Email: [email protected]
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FOREWORD
The provision of quality education and training is fundamental to the Government’s overall
strategy for social and economic development. Quality education and training contribute
to the achievement of Kenya’s development blueprint and sustainable development goals.
Reforms in the education sector are necessary to achieve Kenya Vision 2030 and meet the
provisions of the Constitution of Kenya 2010. The education sector had to be aligned to
the Constitution, and this resulted in the formulation of the Policy Framework for
Reforming Education and Training in Kenya (Sessional Paper No. 14 of 2012). A key
feature of this policy is the radical change in the design and delivery of TVET training.
This policy document requires that training in TVET be competency-based, curriculum
development be industry-led, certification be based on demonstration of competence, and
the mode of delivery allow for multiple entry and exit in TVET programmes.
These reforms demand that Industry takes a leading role in curriculum development to
ensure the curriculum addresses its competence needs. It is against this background that
this curriculum has been developed. For trainees to build their skills on foundational hands-
on activities of the occupation, units of learning are grouped in modules. This has
eliminated duplication of content and streamlined exemptions based on skills acquired as
a trainee progresses in the up-skilling process, while at the same time allowing trainees to
be employable in the shortest time possible through the acquisition of part qualifications.
It is my conviction that this curriculum will play a great role in developing competent
human resources for the construction Sector’s growth and development.
PRINCIPAL SECRETARY
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PREFACE
Kenya Vision 2030 aims to transform Kenya into a newly industrializing middle-income
country, providing high-quality life to all its citizens by the year 2030. Kenya intends to
create globally competitive and adaptive human resource base to meet the requirements of
a rapidly industrializing economy through lifelong education and training. TVET has a
responsibility to facilitate the process of inculcating knowledge, skills, and worker
behaviour necessary for catapulting the nation to a globally competitive country, hence the
paradigm shift to embrace Competency-Based Education and Training (CBET).
TVET Act, CAP 210A and Sessional Paper No. 1 of 2019 on Reforming Education and
Training in Kenya for Sustainable Development emphasized the need to reform curriculum
development, assessment, and certification. This called for a shift to CBET to address the
mismatch between skills acquired through training and skills needed by industry, as well
as increase the global competitiveness of the Kenyan labour force.
This curriculum has been developed in adherence to the Kenya National Qualifications
Framework and CBETA standards and guidelines. The curriculum is designed and
organized into Units of Learning with Learning Outcomes, suggested delivery methods,
learning resources, and methods of assessing the trainee’s achievement. In addition, the
units of learning have been grouped in modules to concretize the skills acquisition process
and streamline upskilling.
I am grateful to all expert trainers and everyone who played a role in translating the
Occupational Standards into this competency-based modular curriculum.
CHAIRMAN
TVET CDACC
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ACKNOWLEDGMENT
This curriculum has been designed for competency-based training and has independent
units of learning that allow the trainee flexibility in entry and exit. In developing the
curriculum, significant involvement and support were received from expert trainers,
institutions and organizations.
I recognize with appreciation the role of the construction national construction sector Skills
Committee (NSSC) in ensuring that competencies required by the industry are addressed
in the curriculum. I also thank all stakeholders in the construction sector for their valuable
input and everyone who participated in developing this curriculum.
I am convinced that this curriculum will go a long way in ensuring that individuals aspiring
to work in the construction Sector acquire competencies to perform their work more
efficiently and effectively.
COUNCIL SECRETARY/CEO
TVET CDACC
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Table of Contents
FOREWORD......................................................................................................................1
ACKNOWLEDGMENT ...................................................................................................3
ABBREVIATIONS AND ACRONYMS ..........................................................................6
KEY TO UNIT CODE.......................................................................................................1
COURSE OVERVIEW .....................................................................................................2
MODULE 1.........................................................................................................................7
PRODUCE PHYSICAL ARCHITECTURAL MODEL ...............................................8
ART AND ARCHITECTURAL LANGUAGE PRINCIPLES ...................................13
TECHNICAL DRAWING TECHNIQUES ..................................................................19
COMMUNICATION SKILLS .......................................................................................24
MODULE 2.......................................................................................................................31
PRODUCE DIGITAL ARCHITECTURAL MODEL .................................................32
COMPUTER-AIDED DESIGN DRAWING TECHNIQUES .....................................37
MATHEMATIS FOR ARCHITECTS I .......................................................................42
DIGITAL LITERACY ....................................................................................................47
MODULE 3.......................................................................................................................61
MATHEMATICS FOR ARCHITECTS II ..................................................................62
ARCHITECTURAL LANDSCAPING ..........................................................................71
HISTORY OF ARCHITECTURE .................................................................................77
ENGINEERING SURVEY PRINCIPLES ....................................................................84
MODULE 4.......................................................................................................................89
DESIGN ARCHITECTURAL INTERIORS ................................................................90
STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS PRINCIPLES..................................................................95
CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS PRINCIPLES ........................................................99
MODULE 5....................................................................................................................109
CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGEMENT ......................................................110
BUILDING CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY PRINCIPLES ............................116
MODULE 6....................................................................................................................124
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ENTREPRENEURIAL SKILLS ..................................................................................125
BUILDING WORKS MEASUREMENT PRINCIPLES ...........................................131
DESIGN ARCHITECTURAL PROJECT ..................................................................137
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ABBREVIATIONS AND ACRONYMS
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xx KEY
x x TO
xxxUNIT
x CODE
x
ISCED level,
Occupational Area Programme Orientation
and Level of Completion
Industry or sector
Curriculum
Occupational area
Type of Unit
Unit number
Competency level
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COURSE OVERVIEW
The Architecture Level 6 consists of competencies that a trainee must achieve to enable
them to work in the Construction Sector. It entails performing designing architectural
model, producing digital architectural model, producing physical architectural model,
applying computer-aided design and drawing techniques, carrying out architectural
landscaping, designing architectural interiors and managing construction project
SUMMARY OF UNITS OF COMPETENCY
MODULE 1
ISCED UNIT TVET CDACC UNIT CODE UNIT TITLE UNIT CREDIT
CODE DURA FACTO
TION R
(HOUR
S)
0731 551 01A CON/ CU/ ARC/CR/01 /6 /MA Physical
Architectural Model 120 12
Production
0731 551 02A CON/ CU/ ARC/CC/01 /6 /MA Art And 18
Architectural 180
Language
0731 551 03A CON/ CU/ ARC/CC/02/6 /MA Technical Drawing 14
140
Techniques
0031 541 04A CON/ CU/ ARC/BC/01 /6 /MA Communication 4
40
Skills
SUBTOTAL 480 48
MODULE 2
UNIT CODE UNITS TITLE UNIT CREDIT
DURA FACTO
TION R
(HOUR
S)
0731 551 05A Digital Architectural 120 18
CON/ CU/ ARC/CR/02 /6 /MA Model
0731 551 06A CON/ CU/ ARC/CR/03 /6 /MA Computer-Aided 130 18
Design Drawing
Techniques
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0731 551 07A CON/ CU/ ARC/CC/03 /6 /MA Mathematics For 120 12
Architects I
0611 551 08A CON/ CU/ ARC/BC/02 /6 /MA Digital Literacy 50 18
SUBTOTAL 420 42
MODULE 3
0731 551 09A CON/ CU/ ARC/CC/04 /6 /MA Mathematics For 90 9
Architects Ii
0731 551 10A CON/ CU/ ARC/CR/04 /6 /MA Architectural 120 12
Landscaping
0731 551 11A CON/ CU/ ARC/CC/05 /6 /MA History Of 90 9
Architecture
0731 551 12A CON/ CU/ ARC/CC/06 /6 /MA Engineering Survey 150 15
Principles
SUBTOTAL 450 45
MODULE 4
0731 551 13A CON/ CU/ ARC/CR/05 /6 /MA Architectural 180 18
Interiors Design
0731 551 14A CON/ CU/ ARC/CC/07/6 /MA Structural Analysis 180 18
Principles
0731 551 15A CON/ CU/ ARC/CC/08/6 /MA Construction 120 12
Materials Principles
SUB TOTAL 480 48
MODULE 5
UNIT CODE UNITS TITLE UNIT CREDIT
DURA FACTO
TION R
(HOUR
S)
0731 551 16A CON/ CU/ ARC/CR/06/6 /MA Construction Project 150 15
Management
0731 551 17A CON/ CU/ ARC/CR/09/6 /MA Building 210 21
Construction
Technology
Principles
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SUB TOTAL 360 36
MODULE 6
0413 541 18A CON/ CU/ ARC/BC/03/6 /MA Entrepreneurial 40 5
Skills
0731 551 19A CON/ CU/ ARC/CR/07/6 /MA Building Works 180 18
Measurements
Principles
0731 551 20A CON/ CU/ ARC/CR/08/6 /MA Architectural Project 250 25
Design
SUB TOTAL 470 47
Industry Training 480 48
GRAND TOTAL 3140 314
Entry Requirements
An individual entering this course should have any of the following minimum
requirements:
a) Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade C – (MINUS)
Or
b) Related level 5 qualification
Or
c) Equivalent qualification as determined by the Technical and Vocational and
Training Authority (TVETA).
Industry Training
An individual enrolled in this course will be required to undergo a field attachment for a
minimum period of 480 hours in a construction sector. The industrial training may be taken
after completion of all units for those pursuing the full qualification or be distributed
equally in each unit for those pursuing part qualification. In the case of dual training model,
industrial training shall be as guided by the dual training policy.
Trainer qualification
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b) be registered by TVETA.
c) Be licensed by Engineering Board of Kenya
Industry Training
An individual enrolled in this course will be required to undergo Industry training for a
minimum period of 480 hours in construction sector. The industrial training may be taken
after completion of all units for those pursuing the full qualification or be distributed
equally in each unit for those pursuing part qualification. In the case of dual training
model, industrial training shall be as guided by the dual training policy
Assessment
The course shall be assessed formatively and summatively:
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f) Assessment performance rating for each unit of competency shall be as follows:
g) Assessment for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) may lead to award of part
and/or full qualification.
Certification
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MODULE 1
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PRODUCE PHYSICAL ARCHITECTURAL MODEL
This unit addresses the unit of competency: Produce Physical Architectural Model
Duration of Unit: 120 hours
Unit Description
TOTAL 120
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1.1.6 Adhesive
1.1.7 NT cutter
1.1.8 Steel rule
1.2 Conceptual modelling materials
cutting.
1.2.1 Walling
1.2.2 Columns
1.2.3 Staircase
1.2.4 Roofing
1.2.5 Grills
1.2.6 claddings
1.3 Conceptual model assembly.
1.3.1 Model assembly
parameters
1.3.1.1 Accuracy
1.3.1.2 Scale
1.3.1.3 Neatness
Produce 2.1 Presentation modelling 1. Practical
Presentation model tools, equipment and Assessment
materials. 2. Project
2.1.1 razors Capel 3. Third Party
2.1.2 Scissors Report
2.1.3 Scale Rule 4. Written tests
2.1.4 Manilla paper
2.1.5 Adhesive
2.1.6 NT cutter
2.1.7 Steel rule
2.2 Presentation modelling
materials cutting.
2.2.1 Walling
2.2.2 Columns
2.2.3 Staircase
2.2.4 Roofing
2.2.5 Grills
2.2.6 claddings
2.3 Presentation model
generation.
2.3.1 Model assembly
parameters
2.3.1.1 Accuracy
2.3.1.2 Scale
2.3.1.3 Neatness
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Produce site model 3.1 Site modeling tools, 1. Practical
equipment and materials Assessment
3.1.1 razors Capel 2. Project
3.1.2 Scissors 3. Third Party
3.1.3 Scale Rule Report
3.1.4 Manilla paper 4. Written tests
3.1.5 Adhesive
3.1.6 NT cutter
3.1.7 Steel rule
3.2 Contextual site map
acquiring.
3.3 Site modeling materials
cutting.
3.3.1 Street lighting
3.3.2 Retaining walls
3.3.3 Fences
3.3.4 Hedges
3.3.5 Kerbs
3.3.6 Pavements
3.3.7 Parking areas
3.3.8 Boundary walls
3.4 Site model generation.
3.4.1 Model assembly
parameters
3.4.1.1 Accuracy
3.4.1.2 Scale
3.4.1.3 Neatness
Suggested Methods of Instruction
• Practicals
• Projects
• Demonstration
• Group Discussion
• Direct Instruction
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A Learning Materials
C Consumable materials
12. 100 m grass mart roll For trainee’s use 100 m 4:1
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D Tools and Equipment
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ART AND ARCHITECTURAL LANGUAGE PRINCIPLES
This unit covers the principles required by an architectural technician in applying art and
architectural language. These principles include applying architectural design
fundamentals principles, producing architectural thematic expressions, applying
anthropometric and ergonomics concepts, applying freehand drawing techniques and
applying architectural drawings techniques
TOTAL 180
Learning Outcomes, Content and Suggested Assessment Methods
Learning Outcome Content Suggested
Assessment Methods
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fundamentals 1.1.1. Functional principles 3. Third-Party
principles 1.1.2. Aesthetic principles Report
1.1.3. Balance 4. Written tests
1.1.4. Ratio and proportion
1.1.5. Form
1.1.6. Line
1.1.7. Shape
1.1.8. Texture
1.1.9. Value
1.1.10. Volume
1.1.11. Space
1.2. Architectural design
principles application.
1.2.1. Functional principles
1.2.2. Aesthetic principles
1.2.3. Balance
1.2.4. Ratio and proportion
1.2.5. Contrast
1.2.6. Emphasis
1.3. Artistic forms production.
1.3.1. Concept
development
1.3.2. Material selection
1.3.3. Techniques and
skills
1.3.4. Production process
1.3.5. Collaboration and
critique
1.3.6. Painting
1.3.7. Sculpture
2. Produce 2.1. Architectural thematic 1. Practical
architectural expression tools and Assessment
thematic equipmentS 2. Project
2.1.1. Brushes 3. Third Party
expressions
2.1.2. Computer Report
2.1.3. Pencils 4. Written tests
2.1.4. Drawing and
drafting tools
2.1.5. NT cutter
2.1.6. Drawing board
2.1.7. T square
2.1.8. Set squares
2.1.9. Templates
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2.2. Architectural thematic
expression materials
2.2.1. Water colour papers
2.2.2. Coloured pencils
crayons
2.2.3. Drawing papers
2.2.4. Water colour papers
2.2.5. A-series papers
2.2.6. Embossed papers
2.2.7. Water colour paints
2.2.8. Oil colour paints
2.2.9. Coloured pencils
2.2.10. B-series pencils
2.3. Architectural thematic
expression production.
2.3.1. Themes
2.3.1.1. Balance
2.3.1.2. Mystery
2.3.1.3. Scenery
2.3.1.4. Serenity
2.3.1.5. Proportion
2.3.1.6. Movement
3. Apply 3.1. Architectural 1. Practical
anthropometric and anthropometric and Assessment
ergonomics ergonomics tools and 2. Project
equipment 3. Third Party
concepts
3.1.1. Tape measure Report
3.1.2. Leaser measure tool 4. Written tests
3.2. Architectural
anthropometric and
ergonomics materials
3.2.1. Pencils
3.2.2. Sketch pad
3.2.3. Marker pens
3.3. Architectural
anthropometric and
ergonomics application.
3.3.1. Furniture sizes
3.3.2. Human shape and
sizes
3.3.3. Doors and windows
3.3.4. Body measurements
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3.3.5. Population density
3.3.6. Clearance and
reaches
3.3.7. Workstation design
3.3.8. Human computer
interaction
3.3.9. Circulation spaces
4. Apply freehand 4.1. Architectural freehand 1. Practical
drawing techniques drawing tools and Assessment
equipment. 2. Project
4.1.1. Pencils 3. Third Party
4.1.2. Marker pens Report
4.1.3. Rulers 4. Written tests
4.1.4. Drawing boards
4.2. Architectural freehand
drawing materials.
4.2.1. Erasers
4.2.2. Drawing paper
4.2.3. Ink
4.2.4. Makers
4.2.5. Water colours
4.3. Architectural freehand
drawings preparation.
4.3.1. Techniques
4.3.1.1. Line weight
4.3.1.2. Hatching
4.3.1.3. Perspective
4.3.1.4. Composition
4.3.1.5. Sketching
4.3.1.6. rendering
5. Apply architectural 5.1. Technical drawing tools 1. Practical
drawings and equipment. Assessment
techniques 5.1.1. Drawing board 2. Project
5.1.2. Set square 3. Third Party
5.1.3. Compasses Report
5.1.4. T square 4. Written tests
5.1.5. French curve
5.2. Technical drawing
materials.
5.2.1. Pencils
5.2.2. Drawing papers
5.2.3. Erasers
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5.2.4. Masking tape
5.3. Technical drawing
techniques performance.
5.3.1. Plane geometry
5.3.2. Solid geometry
C Consumable materials
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6. water colour papers For trainee’s use 5 reams 1:5
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TECHNICAL DRAWING TECHNIQUES
This unit addresses the unit of competency: Apply Technical Drawing Techniques
Duration of Unit: 140 hours
Unit Description
This unit covers the competencies required to prepare and interpret technical drawings. It
includes producing plain geometry drawings, producing solid geometry drawings,
producing pictorial and orthographic drawings.
Summary of Learning Outcomes
S.NO LEARNING OUTCOMES DURATION(HRS)
TOTAL 180
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1.1.1.4. Projection 4. Written
line tests
1.1.1.5. Hidden detail
line
1.2. Lines and circles division.
1.2.1. Equal parts
1.3. Plane geometric forms
construction.
1.3.1. Circles
1.3.2. Triangles
1.3.3. Rectangles
1.3.4. Parallelogram
1.3.5. Polygons
1.3.6. Pyramids
1.3.7. conic sections
1.3.8. prisms
1.3.9. loci
1.4. Angles construction.
1.5. Angles bisection.
1.6. Scales construction
2. Produce solid 2.1. Solid geometric forms 1. Practical
geometry drawings drafting. Assessment
2.1.1. Pyramid 2. Project
2.1.2. Cone 3. Third Party
2.1.3. Cubes Report
2.1.4. Rectangular prisms 4. Written tests
2.1.5. Sphere
2.2. Solid geometric forms
truncation.
2.2.1. Pyramid
2.2.2. Cone
2.2.3. Cubes
2.2.4. Rectangular prisms
2.2.5. Sphere
2.3. Solid geometric forms
Auxiliary projection
2.4. Solid geometric forms Surface
development
2.4.1. Pyramid
2.4.2. Cone
2.4.3. Cubes
2.4.4. Rectangular prisms
2.4.5. Sphere
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2.5. Solid geometric forms
modelling
2.5.1. Pyramid
2.5.2. Cone
2.5.3. Cubes
2.5.4. Rectangular prisms
2.5.5. Sphere
3. Produce 3.1. Freehand Orthographic 1. Practical
orthographic projection drawings Assessment
drawings 3.1.1. First angle 2. Project
projection. 3. Third Party
3.1.2. Third angle Report
projection 4. Written tests
3.2. Scaled Orthographic
projection drawings
production
3.2.1. First angle
projection.
3.2.2. Third angle
projection
3.3. Orthographic elevations
dimensioning
3.3.1. First angle
projection.
3.3.2. Third angle
projection
4. Produce Pictorial 4.1. Isometric drawings production 1. Practical
drawings 4.1.1. First angle to Assessment
isometric 2. Project
4.1.2. Third angle to 3. Third-Party
isometric Report
4.2. Oblique drawings production. 4. Written tests
4.2.1. First angle to oblique
4.2.2. Third angle to
oblique
4.3. Perspective drawings
interpretation and production
4.3.1. One point
4.3.2. Two-point
Suggested Methods of Instruction
• Practicals
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• Projects
• Demonstration
• Group Discussion
• Direct Instruction
Recommended Resources for 25 Trainees
S/No. Category/Item Description/ Quantity Recommende
Specifications d Ratio
(Item:
Trainee)
A Learning Materials
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3. Chalkboard For trainer’s use 1 pc 1:25
C Consumable materials
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COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Unit Description
This unit covers the competencies required to apply communication skills. It involves
applying communication channels, written communication skills, non-verbal skills, oral,
and group communication skills.
TOTAL 40HRS
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Learning Outcome Content Suggested Assessment
Methods
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Learning Outcome Content Suggested Assessment
Methods
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Learning Outcome Content Suggested Assessment
Methods
techniques
5.7 Team-work
· Discussion
● Roleplaying
● Simulation
● Direct instruction
● Demonstration
● Field trips
● Viewing of related videos
(Item: Trainee)
A Learning Materials
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1. 1
Charts · Flip Charts 5 1:5
.
· Rules and
Regulations
2. 2
Report Writing Printed copies and 25 1:1
.
Templates softcopies
3. 3
Assorted Markers whiteboard markers 50 1:1
.
and permanent
4. 4
Samples Of CVS Printed copies and 5 1:5
.
softcopies
5. 5
External Storage Flash disks, 1 1:25
.
Media Compass Disks; Re-
Writable
6. 6
Smartboard/Smart LCD or projector 20 1:25
.
TV (Where
Applicable)
7
Lecture/Theory (9* 8 sq. metres) 1 1:25
.
Room
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8
Workshop (10* 15 sq. metres) 1 1:25
.
9
Internet WI-FI, Dial-Up, 1 1:25
.
Connection Cable, Fixed-
wireless,
C Consumable Materials
1
Flashcards Alphabet, Numbers, 25 1:1
0
Math
.
1.
Printing Papers Sizes A4, A3, A2 etc 5 reams 1:5
1.
Any model 1 1:25
Computers/Laptops
2.
Projector LED.LCD, Laser 5 1:5
3.
Printer Inkjet, LaserJet 1 :25
4.
Computers •Windows/Linux/Ma 1 1:1
Software: cintosh Operating
System
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•Microsoft Office
Software
•Google Workspace
Account
Antivirus Software
5. Whiteboard
Glass, melamine, 1 1:25
porcelain
6.
Mobile Phones Smartphones 5 1:5
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MODULE 2
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DIGITAL ARCHITECTURAL MODEL
Unit Description
TOTAL 120
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1.1.8 Lumion
1.1.9 D5 render
1.1.10 Blender
1.1.11 Artlantis
1.2 Architectural rendering
drawings preparation.
1.2.1 Interior renders
1.2.2 Exterior renders
1.3 Exterior 3D models
preparation.
1.3.1 Residential
buildings
1.3.2 Commercial
buildings
1.3.3 Public buildings
1.3.4 Industrial
buildings
1.4 Architectural rendering
printouts generation.
1.4.1 Perspectives
1.4.2 3D images
1.4.3 Site layout plan
2. Produce interior 2.1 Modelling tools and 1. Practical
render. materials assembling. Assessment
2.1.1 Computer 2. Project
2.1.2 Printer 3. Third Party
2.1.3 Ploter Report
2.1.4 Archicad 4. Written tests
2.1.5 Revit
2.1.6 Sketch- up
2.1.7 Twin motion
2.1.8 Lumion
2.1.9 D5 render
2.1.10 Blender
2.1.11 Artlantis
2.2 Modelling component
schedule preparation.
2.2.1 Schedule
parameters
2.2.1.1 Component
name
2.2.1.2 Size
2.2.1.3 Scale
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2.2.1.4 Materials
required
2.3 Architectural physical
modelling.
2.3.1 Conceptual
models
2.3.2 Presentation
models
2.3.3 Construction
models
2.3.4 Detail models
3. Produce project 3.1 Architectural animation 1. Practical
animation. software identification. Assessment
3.1.1 Twin motion 2. Project
3.1.2 Lumion 3. Third Party
3.1.3 D5 render Report
3.1.4 Blender 4. Written tests
3.1.5 Artlantis
3.2 Architectural model
selection.
3.3 Project finishes
identification.
3.4 Landscaping elements
identification.
3.4.1 Cladding materials
3.4.2 Floor finishes
3.4.3 Paving material
3.4.4 Roof finishes
3.4.5 paints
3.5 Project animation
generation.
3.5.1 Exterior walkthrough
3.5.2 Interior walkthrough
3.5.3 Fly-through
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Recommended Resources for 25 Trainees
C Consumable materials
1. 5 reams of A2 drawing paper For trainee’s use 5 reams 1:1
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9. 2 reams of forex boards For trainee’s use 2 reams 1:13
10. Adhesives For trainee’s use 25 pcs 1:1
11. Rolls Flip Charts For both trainer’s 5 pcs 1:5
and trainee’s use
12. 100 m grass mart roll For trainee’s use 100 m 4:1
D Tools and Equipment
1. Tape measure For trainee’s use 25 pcs 1:1
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COMPUTER-AIDED DESIGN DRAWING TECHNIQUES
TOTAL 130
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1.1.6 Lumion
1.2 Floor Plan settings adjustment.
Elements
1.2.1 Walling
1.2.2 Slab
1.2.3 Mesh
1.2.4 Doors and
1.2.5 windows
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4.1.4 Eaves 4. Written tests
4.1.5 Sills
4.1.6 Fittings and
4.1.7 fixtures
4.2 Building detail drafting.
4.2.1 Sectioning
4.3 Detail drawing annotation.
4.3.1 Dimensioning
4.3.2 Labelling
Suggested Methods of Instruction
•
Practical
•
Projects
•
Demonstration
•
Group Discussion
•
Direct Instruction
Recommended Resources for 25 Trainees
S/No. Category/Item Description/ Quantity Recommended
Specifications Ratio
(Item: Trainee)
A Learning Materials
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7. Building Drawings samples For both 25 pcs 1:1
trainer’s and
trainee’s use
C Consumable materials
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D Tools and Equipment
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MATHEMATICS FOR ARCHITECTS I
This unit addresses the unit of competency: Apply Mathematics for Architects
Unit Description
1. Apply algebra 30
6. Apply matrix 30
TOTAL 180
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1. Apply algebra 1.1. Indices calculations • Practical
1.1.1 Laws of Indices Assessme
1.1.1.1 Multiplication nt
law • Third-
1.1.1.2 Division Party
1.1.1.3 Power of a Report
power • Written
1.1.1.4 Zero power tests
1.1.1.5 Negative power
1.2. Logarithms calculations
1.2.1. Laws of logarithms
1.2.1.1. Multiplication law
1.2.1.2. Division
1.2.1.3. Addition
1.2.1.4. Change of base
1.3. Simultaneous equations
1.3.1. Complete square method
1.3.2. Graphical method
1.3.3. Elimination method
1.3.4. Substitution method
1.3.5. Matrix method
1.4. Quadratic equations
1.4.1. Separation of variables
1.4.2. Linear equations
1.4.3. Homogenous equations
2. Apply 2.1. Right-angled triangles. • Practical
trigonometry 2.2. Acute and obtuse angles triangles. Assessme
and 2.3. Angles of elevation and depression nt
hyperbolic calculations • Third-
2.4. Calculations of hyperbolic Party
functions Report
2.5. Trigonometric equations • Written
2.6. Sin and cosine graphs tests
2.6.1. Sinh x
2.6.2. Cosh x
2.6.3. Cosec x
2.6.4. Coth x
2.6.5. Tanh x
2.6.6. Sech x
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3. Perform 3.1. Polar equations • Practical
coordinates 3.2. Graphs of polar equations Assessme
geometry 3.3. Normal and tangents (coordinate nt
geometry) • Third-
Party
Report
• Written
tests
4. Carry out 4.1. Perimeter and areas of regular • Practical
mensuration figures Assessme
4.1.1. Addition nt
4.1.2. Subtraction • Third-
4.1.3. Multiplication Party
4.1.4. Division Report
4.2. Areas of irregular figures • Written tests
4.3. Volume and surface area of solids
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S/No. Category/Item Description/ Quantity Recommende
Specifications d Ratio
(Item:
Trainee)
A Learning Materials
C Consumable materials
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1. Rulers For both trainer’s and 25 pcs 1:1
trainee’s use
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DIGITAL LITERACY
Unit Description
This unit covers the competencies required to demonstrate digital literacy. It involves
operating computer devices, solving tasks using the Office suite, managing data and
information, performing online communication and collaboration, applying cybersecurity
skills and job entry techniques, and performing jobs online.
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7. Apply job entry techniques. 2
TOTAL 40 HOURS
Learning Outcomes, Content, and Suggested Assessment Methods
Learning Outcome Content Suggested
Assessment
Methods
1. Operate 1.1. Meaning and importance of digital 1. Observation
computer literacy 2. Written
1.2. Functions and Uses of Computers assessment
devices 1.3. Classification of computers 3. Oral assessment
1.4. Components of a computer system 4. Practical
1.5. Computer Hardware assessment
1.5.1. The System Unit E.g.
Motherboard, CPU, casing
1.5.2. Input Devices e.g. Pointing,
keying, scanning, voice/speech
recognition, direct data capture
devices.
1.5.3. Output Devices e.g. hardcopy
output and softcopy output
1.5.4. Storage Devices e.g. main
memory e.g. RAM, secondary
storage (Solid state devices,
Hard Drives, CDs & DVDs,
Memory cards, Flash drives
1.5.5. Computer Ports e.g. HDMI,
DVI, VGA, USB type C etc.
1.6. Classification of computer software
1.7. Operating system functions
1.8. Procedure for turning/off a computer
1.9. Mouse use techniques
1.10. Keyboard Parts and Use
Techniques
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Learning Outcome Content Suggested
Assessment
Methods
1.11. Desktop Customization
1.12. File and Files Management using
an operating system
1.13. Computer Internet Connection
Options
1.13.1. Mobile Networks/Data Plans
1.13.2. Wireless Hotspots
1.13.3. Cabled (Ethernet/Fiber)
1.13.4. Dial-Up
1.13.5. Satellite
1.14. Computer external devices
management
1.14.1. Device connections
1.14.2. Device controls (volume
controls and display properties)
2. Solve tasks 2.1. Meaning and Importance of Word 1. Observation
using Office Processing 2. Portfolio of
Evidence
suite 2.2. Examples of Word Processors 3. Project
2.3. Working with word documents 4. Written
assessment
2.3.1. Open and close word
5. Practical
processor assessment
2.3.2. Create a new document 6. Oral assessment
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Learning Outcome Content Suggested
Assessment
Methods
2.4.3. Use magnification/zoom
tools
2.4.4. Display, hide built-in tool bar
2.4.5. Using navigation tools
2.5. Typing Text
2.6. Document editing (copy, cut, paste
commands, spelling and Grammar
check)
2.7. Document formatting
2.7.1. Formatting text
2.7.2. Formatting paragraph
2.7.3. Formatting styles
2.7.4. Alignment
2.7.5. Creating tables
2.7.6. Formatting tables
2.8. Graphical objects
2.8.1. Insert object (picture, drawn
object)
2.8.2. Select an object
2.8.3. Edit an object
2.8.4. Format an object
2.9. Document Print setup
2.9.1. Page layout,
2.9.2. Margins set up
2.9.3. Orientation.
2.10. Word Document Printing
2.11. Meaning & Importance of electronic
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Learning Outcome Content Suggested
Assessment
Methods
spreadsheets
2.12. Components of Spreadsheets
2.13. Application areas of spreadsheets
2.14. Using spreadsheet application.
2.14.1. Parts of Excel screen: ribbon,
formula bar, active cell, name
box, column letter, row number,
Quick Access Toolbar.
2.14.2. Cell Data Types
2.14.3. Block operations
2.14.4. Arithmetic operators
(formula bar (-, +, *, /).
2.14.5. Cell Referencing
2.15. Data Manipulation
2.15.1. Using Functions (Sum,
Average, Sum IF, Count, Max,
Max, IF, Rank, Product, mode
etc.)
2.15.2. Using Formulae
2.15.3. Sorting data
2.15.4. Filtering data
2.15.5. Visual representation using
charts
2.16. Worksheet printing
2.17. Electronic Presentations
2.18. Meaning and Importance of
electronic presentations
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Learning Outcome Content Suggested
Assessment
Methods
2.19. Examples of Presentation Software
2.20. Using the electronic presentation
application
2.20.1. Parts of the PowerPoint
screen (slide navigation pane,
slide pane, notes, the ribbon,
quick access toolbar, and scroll
bars).
2.20.2. Open and close presentations
2.20.3. Creating Slides (Insert new
slides, duplicate, or reuse
slides.)
2.20.4. Text Management (insert,
delete, copy, cut and paste, drag
and drop, format, and use spell
check).
2.20.5. Use magnification/zoom
tools
2.20.6. Apply or change a theme.
2.20.7. Save a presentation
2.20.8. Switch between open
presentations
2.21. Developing a presentation
2.21.1. Presentation views
2.21.2. Slides
2.21.3. Master slide
2.22. Text
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Learning Outcome Content Suggested
Assessment
Methods
2.22.1. Editing text
2.22.2. Formatting
2.22.3. Tables
2.23. Charts
2.23.1. Using charts
2.23.2. Organization charts
2.24. Graphical objects
2.24.1. Insert, manipulate
2.24.2. Drawings
2.25. Prepare outputs
Applying slide effects and transitions
2.26. Check and deliver
2.26.1. Spell check a presentation
2.26.2. Slide orientation
2.26.3. Slide shows, navigation
2.27. Print presentations (slides and
handouts)
3. Manage 3.1. Meaning of Data and information 1. Observation
Data and 3.2. Importance and Uses of data and 2. Portfolio of
Information information Evidence
3.3. Types of internet services 3. Practical
3.3.1. Communication Services assessment
3.3.2. Information Retrieval 4. Project
Services 5. Written
3.3.3. File Transfer assessment
3.3.4. World Wide Web Services 6. Oral
3.3.5. Web Services assessment
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Learning Outcome Content Suggested
Assessment
Methods
3.3.6. Automatic Network Address
Configuration
3.3.7. Newsgroup
3.3.8. Ecommerce
3.4. Types of Internet Access Applications
3.5. Web browsing concepts
Key concepts
Security and safety
3.6. Web browsing
3.6.1. Using the web browser
3.6.2. Tools and settings
3.6.3. Clearing Cache and cookies
3.6.4. URIs
3.6.5. Bookmarks
3.6.6. Web outputs
3.7. Web based information
3.7.1. Search
3.7.2. Critical evaluation of
information
3.7.3. Copyright, data protection
3.8. Downloads Management
3.9. Performing Digital Data Backup (Online
and Offline)
3.10. Emerging issues in internet
4. Perform online 4.1. Netiquette principles 1. Observation
communication 4.2. Communication concepts 2. Portfolio of
and collaboration 4.2.1. Online communities Evidence
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Learning Outcome Content Suggested
Assessment
Methods
4.2.2. Communication tools 3. Project
4.2.3. Email concepts 4. Written
4.3. Using email assessment
4.4.1. Sending email 5. Practical
4.4.2. Receiving email assessment
4.4.3. Tools and settings 6. Oral
4.4.4. Organizing email assessment
4.5. Digital content copyright and
licenses
4.6. Online collaboration tools
4.6.1. Online Storage (Google
Drive)
4.6.2. Online productivity
applications (Google Docs &
Forms)
4.6.3. Online meetings (Google
Meet/Zoom)
4.6.4. Online learning environments
4.6.5. Online calendars (Google
Calendars)
4.6.6. Social networks
(Facebook/Twitter - Settings &
Privacy)
4.7. Preparation for online collaboration
Common setup features
Setup
4.8. Mobile collaboration
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Learning Outcome Content Suggested
Assessment
Methods
4.8.1 Key concepts
4.8.2 Using mobile devices
4.8.3 Applications
4.8.4 Synchronization
5. Apply 5.1. Data protection and privacy 1. Observation
cybersecurity 5.1.1. Confidentiality of 2. Portfolio of
skills data/information Evidence
5.1.2. Integrity of data/information 3. Project
5.1.3. Availability of 4. Written
data/information assessment
5.2. Internet security threats 5. Practical
5.2.1. Malware attacks assessment
5.2.2. Social engineering attacks 6. Oral
5.2.3. Distributed denial of service assessment
(DDoS)
5.2.4. Man-in-the-middle attack
(MitM)
5.2.5. Password attacks
5.2.6. IoT Attacks
5.2.7. Phishing Attacks
5.2.8. Ransomware
5.2. Computer threats and crimes
5.3. Cybersecurity control measures
5.3.1. Physical Controls
5.3.2. Technical/Logical Controls
(Passwords, Pins, Biometrics)
5.3.3. Operational Controls
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Learning Outcome Content Suggested
Assessment
Methods
5.4. Laws governing protection of ICT in
Kenya
5.4.1. The Computer Misuse and
Cybercrimes Act No. 5 of 2018
5.4.2. The Data Protection Act No.
24 Of 2019
6. Perform Online 6.1. Introduction to online working 1. Observation
Jobs 6.2. Types of online Jobs 2. Portfolio of
6.3. Online job platforms Evidence
6.3.1. Remo task 3. Project
6.3.2. Data annotation tech 4. Written
6.3.3. Cloud worker assessment
6.3.4. Upwork 5. Practical
6.3.5. Oneforma assessment
6.3.6. Appen 6. Oral
6.4. Online account and profile assessment
management
6.5. Identifying online jobs/job bidding
6.6. Online digital identity
6.7. Executing online tasks
6.8. Management of online payment
accounts.
7. Apply job entry 7.1. Types of job opportunities 1. Observation
techniques 7.1.1. Self-employment 2. Oral assessment
7.1.2. Service provision 3. Portfolio of
7.1.3. product development evidence
7.1.4. salaried employment
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Learning Outcome Content Suggested
Assessment
Methods
7.2. Sources of job opportunities 4. Third party
7.3. Resume/ curriculum vitae report
7.3.1. What is a CV 5. Written
7.3.2. How long should a CV be assessment
7.3.3. What to include in an AC
7.3.4. Format of CV
7.3.5. How to write a good CV
7.3.6. Don’ts of writing a CV
7.4. Job application letter
7.4.1. What to include
7.4.2. Addressing a cover letter
7.4.3. Signing off a cover letter
7.5. Portfolio of Evidence
7.5.1. Academic credentials
7.5.2. Letters of commendations
7.5.3. Certification of participations
7.5.4. Awards and decorations
7.6. Interview skills
7.6.1. Listening skills
7.6.2. Grooming
7.6.3. Language command
7.6.4. Articulation of issues
7.6.5. Body language
7.6.6. Time management
7.6.7. Honesty
7.7. Generally knowledgeable in current
affairs and technical area
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Suggested Methods Instruction
● Instructor-led facilitation using active learning strategies
● Demonstration by trainer
● Practical work by trainees
● Viewing of related videos
● Group discussions
● Project
● Role play
● Case study
Recommended Resources for 25 Trainees
S/No. Category/Item Description/ Quantity Recommende
Specifications d Ratio
(Item: Trainee)
A Learning Materials
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S/No. Category/Item Description/ Quantity Recommende
Specifications d Ratio
(Item: Trainee)
9. Printing papers sufficient - -
D Tools and Equipment
10. Computers Latest version 25 1:1
with:
Windows/Linux/
Macintosh
Operating System,
Microsoft Office
Software, Google
Workspace
Account,
Antivirus
Software
11. Projector Latest version 1 1:25
12. External storage media Latest version 25 1:1
13. Laptop Intel core i5 25 1:1
14. printers Latest version 2 1:13
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MODULE 3
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MATHEMATICS FOR ARCHITECTS II
This unit addresses the unit of competency: Apply Mathematical for Architects II
Unit Description
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1.1 Plotting complex numbers on the • Written
tests
Argand plane
1.2 Polar and rectangular forms
1.3 Polar Form of Complex Numbers
1.1 Conversion between polar and
rectangular forms
1.2 Modulus and argument of
complex numbers
1.4 Operations on Complex Numbers
1.1 Addition, subtraction,
multiplication, and division of
complex numbers
1.2 Complex conjugates
1.5 De Moivre’s Theorem
1.1 Powers and roots of complex
numbers
1.2 Application in solving polynomial
equations
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2. Binomial 2. 1Binomial Theorem • Practical
n Assessme
Expansion 2.1.1 Expansion of (a + b) using
nt
the binomial theorem • Third-
2.1.2 Binomial coefficients and Party
Report
their calculation • Written
2.2 Pascal’s Triangle tests
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3.2.1 Derivatives of sine, cosine,
tangent, sinh, cosh, etc.
3.3 Inverse Trigonometric Functions
3.3.1 Derivatives of arcsin, arccos,
arctan
3.4 Rate of Change
3.4.1 First and second derivatives as
rates of change
3.4.2 Real-life applications (velocity,
acceleration)
3.5 Stationary Points
3.5.1 Maxima, minima, and points of
inflection
3.5.2 Applications in optimization
problems
3.6 Integration of Algebraic Functions
3.6.1 Definite and indefinite
integrals
3.6.2 Application of integration in
finding areas
3.7 Integration of Trigonometric and
Hyperbolic Functions
3.7.1 Techniques of integration
involving trigonometric
functions
3.7.2 Integration by Substitution
3.8 Integration of Logarithmic Functions
3.8.1 Finding the integral of
logarithmic expressions
3.9 Applications of Calculus
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3.9.1 Calculating areas under curves
3.9.2 Volume of solids of revolution
4. Power 4.1 Taylor Series 1. Practical
series Assessme
4.1.1 Expansion of functions
nt
around a point using Taylor’s 2. Third-
Party
theorem
Report
4.2 Maclaurin Series 3. Written
tests
4.2.1 A special case of Taylor series
about x = 0
4.3 Power Series Convergence
4.3.1 Determining the convergence
of power series
4.4 Application of Power Series
4.4.1 Approximation of functions
using power series in physics
and engineering
5. Statistics 5.1 Data Identification, Collection and 1. Practical
Assessme
Organization
nt
5.1.1 Methods of identifying, 2. Third-
Party
collecting and organizing data
Report
5.2 Data presentation 3. Written
tests
5.2.1 Tables, Bar Charts,
Histograms, Pie Charts, Line
Graphs
5.3 Measures of Central Tendency
5.3.1 Mean, median, mode, and
range calculations
5.4 Measures of dispersion
5.4.1 Range, Variance, Standard
Deviation
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5.5 Probability Laws
5.5.1 Rules of probability,
including conditional
probability
5.6 Probability Distributions
5.6.1 Normal distribution, binomial
distribution, Poisson
distribution
5.7 Sampling Distribution
5.7.1 Methods of sampling and
sampling distributions
5.8 Confidence Intervals
5.8.1 Determining confidence
intervals for population
parameters
5.9 Hypothesis Testing
5.9.1 Testing hypotheses using
large and small sample sizes
5.10 Correlation and Regression
5.10.1 Determining Correlation
Coefficients
5.10.2 Simple linear regression
analysis
6 Numerical 6.1 Numerical Methods Identification 1. Practical
method Assessme
6.1.1 Overview of numerical analysis
nt
techniques 2. Third-
Party
6.2 Roots of Polynomials
Report
6.2.1 Solving polynomial equations 3. Written
tests
using numerical methods (Newton-
Raphson, bisection, and algebraic)
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6.3 Interpolation and Extrapolation
6.3.1 Estimating values between
or outside known data
points using Lagrange’s
interpolation
6.4 Numerical Integration
6.4.1 Approximate solutions to
definite integrals using numerical
techniques (Trapezoidal and
Simpson’s rules
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• Practicals
• Projects
• Demonstration
• Group Discussion
• Direct Instruction
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6. Instructions room 9m by 8m 1 1:25
C Consumable materials
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ARCHITECTURAL LANDSCAPING
Unit Description
This unit covers the competencies an Architectural technician requires to carry out
architectural landscaping. It includes; designing architectural landscaping layouts,
preparing architectural landscaping elements schedule, preparing architectural landscaping
sites, and installing architectural landscaping elements
TOTAL 120
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1.1.1.3 Contact information 3. Third-
1.2 Project timeline Party
1.2.1 Property details Report
1.2.1.1 Property size 4. Written
1.2.1.2 Soil type tests
1.2.1.3 Water availability
1.2.1.4 Drainage
1.3 Landscaping cost and timelines
estimation.
1.3.1 Budget
1.3.2 Breakdown of cost
1.3.2.1 Plants
1.3.2.2 Materials
1.3.2.3 labour
1.4 Landscaping Layout Design.
1.4.1 Elements of landscaping layout
1.4.1.1 Existing structure
1.4.1.2 Property boundary
1.4.1.3 Sun exposure
1.4.1.4 Drainage patterns
1.4.1.5 Plant placement
1.4.1.6 Water features (fountains)
1.4.1.7 Outdoor living space.
2. Prepare 2. 1 Landscaping planting elements 1. Practical
architectural quantification. Assessmen
landscaping 2.1.1 Trees t
2.1.2 Shrubs 2. Project
elements
2.1.3 Flowers 3. Third Party
schedule Report
2.1.4 Climbers
4. Written
2. 2 Hardscaping elements quantifying.
tests
2.2.1 Cabro
2.2.2 Channels
2.2.3 Retaining walls
2.2.4 Walkways/paths
2.2.5 Driveways
2.2.6 Fences
2.2.7 Gates
2.2.8 Water features
2.2.9 concrete pavings
2.2.10 Stone pavings
2.2.11 Garden lightings
2.2.12 Moulds
2.2.13 Sculptures
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2. 3 Planting and Hardscaping elements
specification.
2.2.14 Planting specifications
2.2.14.1 Plant species and
cultivars
2.2.14.2 Planting location
2.2.14.3 Spacing and quantities
2.2.14.4 Soil requirements
2.2.14.5 Irrigation needs
2.2.15 Hardscaping elements
2.2.15.1 Materials – concrete,
stones and wood.
2.2.15.2 Dimension and
quantities
2.2.15.3 Construction methods
2.2.15.4 Drainage and erosion
control measures.
3. Prepare 3.1 Tools and equipment assembling. 1. Practical
architectural 3.1.1 Pangas Assessmen
landscaping site 3.1.2 Jembes t
3.1.3 Shovels 2. Project
3.1.4 Plows 3. Third-
3.1.5 Husks Party
Report
3.1.6 Rakes
4. Written
3.1.7 Wheelbarrows
tests
3.1.8 Machetes
3.2 Rocks and boulders removal.
3.2.1 Methods
3.2.2 Manual removal
3.2.3 Mechanical removal
3.2.4 Blasting
3.2.5 Site vegetation removal.
3.2.6 Methods
3.2.6.1 Manual removal
3.2.6.2 Mechanical removal
3.2.6.3 Chemical
control(herbicides)
3.2.6.4 Landscaping site
ploughing
3.2.6.5 Manual ploughing
3.2.6.6 Mechanical ploughing
3.3 Landscaping site manure application
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3.3.1 Methods
3.3.1.1 Direct application
3.3.1.2 Composting
3.4 Landscaping Site Excavation.
3.4.1 Manual excavation
3.4.2 Mechanical excavation
3.4.3 Types of excavation
3.4.3.1 Shallow
3.4.3.2 Deep
3.4.3.3 Oversite
3.4.3.4 Utility trenching.
4. Install 4.1.Landscaping planting elements 1. Practical
architectural assembling. Assessmen
landscaping 4.1.1. Flowers t
elements 4.1.2. Shrubs 2. Project
4.1.3. Trees 3. Third Party
4.1.4. grass Report
4. Written
4.2.Hardscaping elements assembling.
tests
4.2.1. Flowers
4.2.2. Shrubs
4.2.3. Trees
4.2.4. grass
4.3.Landscaping elements setting out.
4.3.1. Setting out steps
4.3.1.1.Design plan review
4.3.1.2.Equipment
assembling
4.3.1.3.Establish reference
points
4.3.1.4.Measure and mark
4.3.1.5.Check alignment
4.3.1.6.Adjust as needed.
4.4.Planting and hardscaping elements
installation.
4.4.1. Elements of installation
4.4.1.1.Planning and design
4.4.1.2.Preparation of the site
4.4.1.3.Installing hardscaping
elements
4.4.1.4.Installing planting
bands
4.4.1.5.Adding soil and plants
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Suggested Methods of Instruction
• Practicals
• Projects
• Demonstration
• Group Discussion
• Direct Instruction
Recommended Resources for 25 Trainees
C Consumable materials
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3. scientific calculators For trainee’s use 25 pcs 1:1
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HISTORY OF ARCHITECTURE
This unit covers the principles required by an architectural technician in applying the
history of architecture concepts. It includes applying; architectural contextual meaning
concepts, ancient cultures architectural languages, architectural Industrial Revolution
concepts, architectural modern movement principles, traditional architecture concepts n
and architectural Postmodern concepts.
TOTAL 90
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1. Architectural 1.1. Architectural contextual 1. Practical
contextual concepts identification. Assessment
concepts 1.1.1. Contextual meaning 2. Project
in architecture 3. Third Party
1.1.2. Contextual forces Report
1.1.2.1. Cultural forces 4. Written tests
1.1.2.2. Sociological
forces
1.1.2.3. Environmental
forces
1.1.2.4. Economic
forces
1.1.2.5. Technological
forces
1.2. Architectural contextual
concepts documented.
1.2.1. Contextual forces
1.2.1.1. Cultural forces
1.2.1.2. Sociological
forces
1.2.1.3. Environmental
forces
1.2.1.4. Economic
forces
1.2.1.5. Technological
forces
1.3. Architectural designs
development.
1.3.1. Parameters that
influence architecture of
a given society
1.3.1.1. Cultural forces
1.3.1.2. Sociological
forces
1.3.1.3. Environmental
forces
1.3.1.4. Economic
forces
1.3.1.5. Technological
forces
2. Ancient cultures 2.1. Ancient Architectural built 1. Practical
architectural forms identification Assessment
languages 2.1.1. Egyptian 2. Project
2.1.2. Greek
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2.1.3. Romans 3. Third Party
2.1.4. Gothic Report
2.1.5. Renaissance 4. Written tests
2.1.6. Romanesque
2.1.7. Baroque
2.1.8. Islamic
2.2. Ancient architectural forms
documentation.
2.2.1. Typologies
2.2.2. Shape
2.2.3. Size
2.3. Architectural design
development.
2.3.1. Ancient architectural
languages
2.3.1.1. Egyptian
2.3.1.2. Greek
2.3.1.3. Romans
2.3.1.4. Gothic
2.3.1.5. Renaissance
2.3.1.6. Romanesque
2.3.1.7. Baroque
2.3.1.8. Islami
3. Architectural 3.1. Industrial Revolution 1. Practical
Industrial principles identification. Assessment
Revolution 3.1.1. Effects of Industrial 2. Project
Revolution. 3. Third Party
concept.
3.1.2. Materials revolution Report
3.1.2.1. Steel 4. Written tests
3.1.2.2. Glass
3.1.2.3. Ornamentation
3.1.2.4. Concrete
3.2. Industrial Revolution
principles documentation.
3.2.1. Industrial revolution
movements
3.2.1.1. Art and craft
3.2.1.2. Art nouveua
3.2.1.3. De stjil
3.3. Architectural designs
development.
3.3.1. Building typologies
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3.3.1.1. Crystal palace
3.3.1.2. Eifel towers
4. Architectural 4.1. Modern movement 1. Practical
modern movement principles identification. Assessment
principles. 4.1.1. Function over form 2. Project
4.1.2. Less is more 3. Third Party
4.1.3. Truth of material Report
4.1.4. Plan 4. Written tests
4.1.5. Machine aesthetic
4.1.6. Use of natural light
4.2. Modern movement
principles documentation.
4.2.1. Function over form
4.2.2. Less is more
4.2.3. Truth of material
4.2.4. Plan
4.2.5. Machine aesthetic
4.2.6. Use of natural light
4.3. Architectural design
development.
4.3.1. Building typologies
4.3.1.1. Farnsworth
House
4.3.1.2. Villa Savoye
4.3.1.3. Seagram building
4.3.1.4. Norte dame De’
Haut
4.3.1.5. Unite
4.3.1.6. De ’habitation
4.3.1.7. Falling waters
5. Architectural 5.1. Postmodern architectural 1. Practical
Postmodern concepts identification. Assessment
concepts. 5.1.1. Characteristics of 2. Project
postmodern architecture 3. Third Party
5.1.1.1. Eclecticism Report
5.1.1.2. Historical 4. Written tests
reference
5.1.1.3. Ornamentation
5.1.1.4. Irony and
humour
5.1.1.5. Complexity
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5.2. Postmodern architectural
concepts documentation.
5.2.1. Eclecticism
5.2.2. Historical reference
5.2.3. Ornamentation
5.2.4. Irony and humour
5.2.5. Complexity
5.3. Architectural design
development.
5.3.1. Building typologies
5.3.1.1. Vanna Venturi
house
5.3.1.2. Teatro del
Silenzio
5.3.1.3. Van Brunt
apartment
5.3.1.4. Sony tower
5.3.1.5. The Portland
Building
5.3.2. Architects
5.3.2.1. Robert Venture
5.3.2.2. Phillip Johnson
5.3.2.3. Michael Graves
5.3.2.4. Charles Moore
5.3.2.5. Aldo Rosi
6. Traditional 6.1 Traditional architectural concept 1. Practical
architecture identification. Assessment
concepts. 6.1.1 Building typologies 2. Project
6.1.2 Built form 3. Third Party
6.1.3 homestead Report
6.2 Traditional architectural 4. Written tests
concepts documentation.
6.2.1 Building typologies
6.2.2 Built form
6.2.3 homestead
6.3 Architectural design
development.
6.3.1 Homestead
6.3.2 Built form
6.3.3 Traditional
languages
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6.3.3.1 Kikuyu traditional
architecture
6.3.3.2 Masai traditional
architecture
6.3.3.3 Kamba traditional
architecture
6.3.3.4 Mijikenda
traditional architecture
6.3.3.5 Luo traditional
architecture
6.3.3.6 Swahili
architecture
6.3.4 Evolution of
traditional
architecture
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5. Building Drawings samples For both trainer’s 25 pcs 1:1
and trainee’s use
C Consumable materials
3. NT cutter 25 1:1
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ENGINEERING SURVEY PRINCIPLES
This unit addresses the unit of competency: Apply Engineering Survey Principles
Unit Description
This unit covers the principles required by an architectural technician when applying
engineering survey principles. These principles include applying survey linear
measurement survey levelling, conducting surveying levelling, carrying out surveying
earthworks, applying survey setting out works.
TOTAL 150
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1.1.4. Automatic level • Written tests
1.2.Surveying linear
measurement principles
1.2.1. Tape measurement
1.2.2. Pacing measurement
1.2.3. Electronic distance
measurement
1.3.Linear measurements
documentation
2. Conduct surveying 2.1.Levelling tools and • Practical
levelling principles 2.1.1. Automatic level Assessment
2.1.2. Dumpy level • Project
2.1.3. Levelling staff • Third-Party
2.2.Surveying levelling Report
principles • Written tests
2.3.Levelling measurements
2.3.1. Horizontal
2.3.2. vertical
3. Carry out 3.1.Surveying earthworks tools • Practical
surveying and equipment Assessment
earthworks 3.1.1. Surveying rods • Project
3.1.2. Levelling • Third-Party
instruments Report
3.1.3. Measuring tools • Written tests
3.2.Earthworks measurement
3.2.1. Cuts
3.2.2. Fills
3.2.3. Cut and fill
3.4.Earthworks documentation
4. Apply surveying 4.1.Surveying setting out tools • Practical
setting out works and equipment Assessment
4.1.1 Tape measure • Project
4.1.2 Measuring • Third-Party
wheel Report
4.1.3 Total station • Written tests
4.1.4 Automatic
level
4.2.Setting out works
4.2.1. Building setting out
4.2.2. Paths setting out
4.2.3. Vehicular parking
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4.3.Setting out works
documented
Suggested Methods of Instruction
• Practicals
• Projects
• Demonstration
• Group Discussion
• Direct Instruction
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6. Smartboard/Smart TV For both trainer’s 1 1:25
and trainee’s use
7. Chalkboard For trainer’s use 1 pc 1:25
8. Internet connection For both trainer’s 1 1:25
and trainee’s use
9. Instruction Room 9m by 8m 1 1:25
C Consumable materials
7. Assorted colour of whiteboard For trainee’s use 10 pcs 10:1
markers
8. Printing Papers For trainee’s use Reams 5:1
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Mattocks For both trainer’s 13 pcs 1:2
and trainees’ use
Spade For both trainer’s 13 pcs 1:2
and trainees’ use
Hoe For both trainer’s 13 pcs 1:2
and trainees’ use
Jembe For both trainer’s 13 pcs 1:2
and trainees’ use
Panga For both trainer’s 13 pcs 1:2
and trainees’ use
Wheelbarrows For both trainer’s 13 pcs 1:2
and trainees’ use
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MODULE 4
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ARCHITECTURAL INTERIORS DESIGN
Unit Description
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1.1.1.3 Materials
1.1.2 Functional needs
1.1.2.1 Purpose
1.1.2.2 Activities
1.1.3 Budget
1.1.3.1 Prioritization
1.1.3.2 Overall
budget
1.1.3.3 Flexibility
1.1.4 Timeline
1.1.4.1 Desired
completion
date
1.1.4.2 Flexibility
1.2 Furniture layout drawing
preparation.
1.2.1 Elements of
Furniture Layout
Drawing
1.2.1.1 Room
dimension
1.2.1.2 Existing
features
1.2.1.3 Furniture
placement
1.2.1.4 Traffic flow
1.2.1.5 scale
1.3 Interior perspective drawings
preparation.
1.3.1 Types of
perspectives.
1.3.1.1 One point
1.3.1.2 Two-point
1.3.1.3 Three-point
1.3.2 Elements of Interior
Perspective
Drawings
1.3.2.1 Lighting
1.3.2.2 Materials
1.3.2.3 Colours
1.3.2.4 Finishing
1.3.2.5 Décor
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2. Prepare 2.1 Interior Fittings and fixtures 1. Practical
architectural quantifying. Assessment
interior 2.1.1 Lighting 2. Project
2.1.2 Paint 3. Third Party
fittings
2.1.3 Floor finishes Report
schedule 4. Written tests
2.1.4 Cladding
2.1.5 Ceiling
2.1.6 Furniture
2.2 Interior fittings and fixtures sizes
specifying.
2.2.1 Lighting
2.2.2 Paint
2.2.3 Floor finishes
2.2.4 Cladding
2.2.5 Ceiling
2.2.6 Furniture
2.3 Fitting and fixtures specifying.
2.3.1 Kitchen fittings
2.3.2 Sanitary fittings
2.3.3 Lighting fixtures
2.3.4 Doors and cabinets
3. Prepare an 3.1 Spatial conceptualization. 1. Practical
architectural 3.1.1 Elements of Space Assessment
interior Conceptualization 2. Project
3.1.1.1 Circulation 3. Third Party
material
3.1.1.2 Proportion Report
schedule 4. Written tests
3.1.1.3 Scale
3.1.1.4 Hierarchy
3.1.1.5 Unity
3.2 Materials coverage area
quantifying.
3.2.1 Measurements
3.2.2 Material quantities
3.2.3 Wastage factor
3.2.4 Unit sizes
3.2.5 Material list
3.3 Materials specification.
3.3.1 Elements of Material
Specification
3.3.1.1 Material type
3.3.1.2 Quality
3.3.1.3 Dimensions
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3.3.1.4 Colour
3.3.1.5 Performance
requirement
3.3.1.6 Testing and
Inspection
3.3.1.7 Source
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• Demonstration
• Group Discussion
• Direct Instruction
Recommended Resources for 25 Trainees
S/No. Category/Item Description/ Quantity Recommende
Specifications d Ratio
(Item:
Trainee)
A Learning Materials
C Consumable materials
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STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS PRINCIPLES
UNIT CODE: 0732 551 14A
TVET CDACC UNIT CODE:CON/ OS/ ARC/CC/07 /6 / MA
Unit Description
This unit covers the principles required by an architectural technician in applying structural
analysis principles. These principles include applying principles on; shear force and
bending moment structural analysis, beam and frames structural analysis and construction
structural design.
TOTAL 180
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1.1.2.1. Simply
supported
1.1.2.2. Fixed support
1.1.2.3. Simply
supported
1.1.2.4. Hinged
support
1.1.2.5. Roller
support
1.2. Support reaction on beams
and frames calculation.
1.3. Shear force and bending
moment drawings
preparation.
1.3.1. Shear force diagram
1.3.2. Bending moment
diagram
1.3.3. Point of
contraflexure
2. Apply beam and 2.1. Forces on beams 1. Practical
frame structural application. Assessment
analysis principles 2.2. Forces on beams and 2. Project
frames calculation. 3. Third Party
2.2.1. Method of section Report
2.2.2. Method of joint 4. Written tests
2.2.3. Moment area method
2.3. Force moment drawings
preparation.
3. Apply construction 3.1. Types of stress 1. Practical
structural design identification. Assessment
principles 3.1.1. Combined stress 2. Project
3.1.2. Bending stress 3. Third Party
3.1.3. Shear stress Report
3.2. Compression stresses 4. Written tests
calculation.
3.2.1. Structural elements
characteristics
3.2.1.1. Strength
3.2.1.2. Stiffness
3.2.1.3. Durability
3.2.1.4. Elasticity
3.2.1.5. Fire
resistance
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3.2.2. Structural elements
3.2.2.1. Beams
3.2.2.2. Columns
3.2.2.3. Foundations
3.2.2.4. Slabs
3.2.2.5. Walls
3.2.2.6. Roof trusses
3.2.2.7. Bracing
systems
3.3. Nature of compression
members.
3.3.1. –(ve) or +(ve)
Suggested Methods of Instruction
• Practicals
• Projects
• Demonstration
• Group Discussion
• Direct Instruction
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3. Printers For both trainer’s 2 1:13
and trainee’s use
C Consumable materials
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CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS PRINCIPLES
This unit addresses the unit of competency: Apply Construction Materials Principles
Unit Description
TOTAL 120
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Learning Outcomes, Content, and Suggested Assessment Methods
Learning Outcome Content Suggested
Assessment Methods
C Consumable materials
Unit Description
TOTAL 150
C Consumable materials
This unit addresses the unit of competency: Apply History of Architecture Concepts
Duration of Unit: 210 hours
Unit Description
This unit covers the principles required by an architectural technician when applying
construction technology principles. These principles include applying principles on;
construction site preliminary work, construction substructure work, construction
superstructure work, construction finishes work, and construction external work
TOTAL 210
C Consumable materials
A Learning
Materials
B Learning
Facilities &
infrastructure
C Software
D Consumables
This unit addresses the unit of competency: Apply Building Works Measurements
Principles
Unit Description
This unit covers the principles required by an architectural technician in applying building
works measurement principles. These principles include applying substructure works
taking off principles, applying superstructure works taking off principles applying
construction external work taking off principles and applying building works estimating
and costing principles.
TOTAL 180
C Consumable materials
C Consumable materials
12. 100 m grass mart roll For trainee’s use 100 m 4:1