COMPUTER MAINTENANCE
Covers: Troubleshooting, hardware repair, installation
Competencies: Fixing and upgrading PCs
Career Path: IT Technician, Hardware Specialist
(NITA / CEBET / CEDAC – TVET Program)
Computer Maintenance equips learners with practical skills to install, repair, upgrade, and maintain computers and basic ICT equipment. The course is hands-on and ideal for those interested in technical ICT support or self-employment.
NITA – National Industrial Training Authority
CEBET – Centre for Business Education & Training
CEDAC – Centre for Development & Training
3 – 6 months (artisan / short course)
6 – 12 months (certificate level with industrial attachment)
Computer hardware components
Assembly & disassembly of computers
Operating systems installation (Windows, basics of Linux)
Software installation & troubleshooting
Virus removal & system protection
Basic networking & internet setup
Printer & peripheral maintenance
Data backup & recovery basics
Preventive maintenance practices
Customer service & basic entrepreneurship
KCSE certificate (any grade)
KCPE accepted in many institutions
Suitable for beginners, school leavers & adult learners
Artisan Certificate in Computer Maintenance
Certificate in Computer Maintenance / ICT Support
Graduates can work as:
Computer technician
ICT support assistant
Hardware repair technician
Cyber café technician
Office ICT support staff
Self-employed computer repair technician