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Institutions that offer Managing Health and Safety

Post author By chipashabwalya5
Post date January 5, 2022

LUANSHYA TECHNICAL AND BUSINESS COLLEGE
Programme duration: 2 years (Diploma)
Mode of study: Full-Time and Distance Learning
Intakes: January, May and September
Location: Luanshya
Contacts
Tel: +260 966 814941
E-mail: info@ltbc.edu.zm
Website: www.ltbc.edu.zm

Institutions that offer Driver Training

Post author By chipashabwalya5
Post date January 5, 2022

INDUSTRIAL TRAINING CENTRE
Programme duration: 10 – 20 days (depending on vehicle type)
Mode of study: Full-Time
Admitting school: Department of Transport and Logistics
Intakes: Monthly
Location: Lusaka
Contacts
Tel: +260 211 244177 / +260 967 906830 / +260 977 686181
E-mail: info@itczambia.co.zm
Website: www.itczambia.co.zm Facebook: Industrial Training Centre

LUANSHYA TECHNICAL AND BUSINESS COLLEGE
Programme duration: 10 – 20 days (depending on vehicle type)
Mode of study: Full-Time
Intakes: Monthly
Location: Luanshya
Contacts
Tel: +260 966 814941
E-mail: info@ltbc.edu.zm
Website: www.ltbc.edu.zm

LIVINGSTONE INSTITUTE OF BUSINESS AND ENGINEERING STUDIES
Programme duration: 14 days (half course) / 21 days (full course)
Mode of study: Full-Time
Intakes: Monthly
Location: Livingstone
Contacts
Tel: +260 960 949041/ +260 977 576286 / 0965196917
E-mail: libeszambia@gmail.com
Website: www.libescollege.edu.zm Facebook: Livingstone Institute of Business and Engineering Studies – LIBES

UKWIMI TRADES TRAINING INSTITUTE
Programme duration: 3 weeks
Mode of study: Full-Time
Intakes: Monthly
Location: Petauke
Contacts
Tel: +260 216 371337 / +260 216 371437
E-mail: ukwimitrades@gmail.com
Website: zambiatevetprincipals.edu.zm/ukwimi-trades-training-institute/ Facebook: Ukwimi Trades Training Institute

LUKASHYA TRADES TRAINING INSTITUTE
Programme duration: 14 days
Mode of study: Full-Time
Intakes: January
Location: Kasama
Contacts
Tel: +260 214 221106 / +260 977 506990 / +260 964 556127 Website: zambiatevetprincipals.edu.zm/lukashya-trades-training-institute/

Institutions that offer Power Electrical

Post author By chipashabwalya5
Post date January 5, 2022

INDUSTRIAL TRAINING CENTRE
Programme duration: 2 years (Craft Certificate) / 3 years (Diploma)
Mode of study: Full-Time, Part-time and Distance Learning
Intakes: January and July
Location: Lusaka
Contacts
Tel: +260 211 244177 / +260 967 906830 / +260 977 686181
E-mail: info@itczambia.co.zm
Website: www.itczambia.co.zm Facebook: Industrial Training Centre

SOLWEZI TRADES TRAINING INSTITUTE
Programme duration: 2 years (Craft Certificate) / 1 year (Trade-test)
Mode of study: Full-Time
Intakes: January, May and September
Location: Solwezi
Contacts
Tel: +260 979 595647 / +260 968 506773 / +260 968 781983 / +260 967 592099
Facebook: Solwezi Trades Training Institute Info Corner

UKWIMI TRADES TRAINING INSTITUTE
Programme duration: 2 years (Craft Certificate) / 1 year (Trade-test)
Mode of study: Full-Time
Intakes: January and July
Location: Petauke
Contacts
Tel: +260 216 371337 / +260 216 371437
E-mail: ukwimitrades@gmail.com
Website: zambiatevetprincipals.edu.zm/ukwimi-trades-training-institute/ Facebook: Ukwimi Trades Training Institute

LUSAKA VOCATIONAL AND TECHNICAL COLLEGE
Programme duration: 1 year (Trade-test) / 2 years (Craft Certificate) / 2 years 8 months (Adv. Certificate)
Mode of study: Full-Time and Part-Time
Intakes: January, May and September
Location: Lusaka
Contacts
Tel: +260 211 242270 / +260 950 119663 / +260 979 145232
E-mail: admissions.office@lvtc.edu.zm OR lvtcmb@gmail.com
Website: www.lvtc.edu.zm

LUKASHYA TRADES TRAINING INSTITUTE
Programme duration: 1 year (Trade-test) / 2 years (Craft Certificate)
Mode of study: Full-Time
Intakes: January
Location: Kasama
Contacts
Tel: +260 214 221106 / +260 977 506990 / +260 964 556127 Website: zambiatevetprincipals.edu.zm/lukashya-trades-training-institute/

Institutions that offer Autobody Repair

Post author By chipashabwalya5
Post date January 5, 2022

NORTHERN TECHNICAL COLLEGE
Programme duration: 3 years 3 months (diploma) / 2 years 8 months (Adv. Certificate) / 1 year 6 months (Certificate)
Mode of study: Full-Time and Distance Learning
Admitting school: Faculty of Heavy Equipment Repairs
Intakes: January, May and September for Full-Time / April and August for Distance Learning
Location: Ndola
Contacts
Tel: +260 212 671699/ +260 977 555467/ +260 977 321447
E-mail: principal@nortec.edu.zm
Website: www.nortec.edu.zm

Institutions that offer Metal Fabrication & Welding

Post author By chipashabwalya5
Post date January 5, 2022

NORTHERN TECHNICAL COLLEGE
Programme duration: 2 years (Craft Certificate) / 2 years 8 months (Adv. Certificate)
Mode of study: Full-Time
Admitting school: Faculty of Mechanical Engineering
Intakes: January, May and September
Location: Ndola
Contacts
Tel: +260 212 671699 / +260 977 555467 / +260 977 321447
E-mail: principal@nortec.edu.zm
Website: www.nortec.edu.zm

KABWE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
Programme duration: 2 years (Craft Certificate) / 1 year (Trade-test)
Mode of study: Full-Time
Admitting school: Mechanical Department
Intakes: January
Location: Kabwe
Contacts
Tel: +260 977 143641 / +260 977 520038 / 0978503594 / 0977889359
E-mail: kabweit@gmail.com
Website: www.kit.edu.zm/index.php/downloads/fees

LIVINGSTONE INSTITUTE OF BUSINESS AND ENGINEERING STUDIES
Programme duration: 1 year (Trade-test)
Mode of study: Full-Time
Intakes: January, May
Location: Livingstone
Contacts
Tel: +260 960 949041/ +260 977 576286 / 0965196917
E-mail: libeszambia@gmail.com
Website: www.libescollege.edu.zm Facebook: Livingstone Institute of Business and Engineering Studies – LIBES

KITWE VOCATIONAL TRAINING CENTRE
Programme duration: 2 years (Craft Certificate) / 1 year (Trade-test)
Mode of study: Full-Time
Intakes: January, May and September
Location: Kitwe
Contacts
Tel: +260 212 261509/ +260 954 478315
E-mail: kvtcmb@yahoo.com
Facebook: Kitwe Vocational Training Centre

NKUMBI INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE
Programme duration: 1 year (Trade-test) / 2 years (Craft Certificate)
Mode of study: Full-Time and Distance Learning
Intakes: January and April
Location: Kapiri Mposhi
Contacts
Tel: +260 979 329699 / +260 977 105829
E-mail: nkumbi@ymail.com
Facebook: Nkumbi International College

Institutions that offer Mechanical Fitting

Post author By chipashabwalya5
Post date January 5, 2022

NORTHERN TECHNICAL COLLEGE
Programme duration: 2 years (Craft Certificate)
Mode of study: Full-Time
Admitting school: Faculty of Mechanical Engineering
Intakes: January, May and September
Location: Ndola
Contacts
Tel: +260 212 671699 / +260 977 555467 / +260 977 321447
E-mail: principal@nortec.edu.zm
Website: www.nortec.edu.zm

Automotive Electrical – Career Description with a list of Institutions

Post author By chipashabwalya5
Post date December 11, 2021

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WHAT IS AUTOMOTIVE ELECTRICAL AND WHO IS AN AUTOMOTIVE ELECTRICIAN?

Automotive electrical, also known as auto electrical, is an electrical course that involves the installation, servicing and repairing of electrical systems and their components in vehicles. These electrical components include air-conditioning, the dashboard, car audio, the navigation system (GPS), lighting in the vehicle, indicators and headlights, alarm systems, alternator, battery, starter, doors and windows and many other components. An automotive electrician is therefore someone with skills that involve installing and repairing the components listed that form the electrical system of the car. It is worth differentiating automotive electrical and automotive mechanics. Auto electrical is concerned with the parts of the car that work with electricity like the bulbs in the car, the display on the dashboard or the air-conditioning while auto mechanics is concerned with the mechanical parts such as brakes and the suspension.

WHERE DO AUTOMOTIVE ELECTRICIANS WORK?

Auto electricians work in garages that may be government or private owned. The government owned garages are usually attached to a particular ministry such as the ministry of health to service and repair the ministries cars. In the private owned garages, the general public take their cars for servicing and repair.

WHAT TASKS ARE INVOLVED IN THE WORK?

The tasks involved in the job of an auto electrician include installing new vehicle wiring systems. This means that the wiring in a new vehicle can be done by an auto electrician. They install and find problems to alarm systems. These alarm systems are the parts of the car that alert the owner that someone has touched or opened the car. When the car has a problem they inspect the car and find the problem or listen to the customer about the problem he/she is facing. Thereafter, they fix the problem or they can replace the component that has been damaged or is not working fine. They also do regular servicing and repair of electrical systems. They are found working hand-in-hand with auto mechanics because some of the electrical components cause a mechanical problem and some mechanical problems may cause an electrical problem

WHAT IS THE WORK SCHEDULE OF AN AUTOMOTIVE ELECTRICIAN?

The work schedule of an auto electrician is dependent on where he/she works. Usually garages are only open during the day and this is when auto electricians will be required to report for work. Otherwise they can be called in to work any time of the day when their services are needed.

WHAT DOES THE JOB MARKET LOOK LIKE?

Cars are now being fitted with many electrical components. Some cars have sensors that help people to park by beeping when someone gets closer to wall or another car. Auto electricians are required to fit and repair such components. Auto electricians will be employed in places with many vehicles such as courier companies like DHL or the post office, production companies such as Trade Kings, the mining industry, electricity production companies, city councils etc. Virtually any work place that makes use of vehicles will at one point or the other require the services of an auto electrician. The job opportunities are therefore many.

WHAT SORT OF CAREER-PERSONALITY MATCH IS REQUIRED?

For an auto electrician, the work is often manual meaning someone who wants to pursue this career needs to be comfortable with hands-on work. It is helpful to have a background in mathematics, physics, chemistry and technical drawing for it to be easy and enjoyable.

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WHAT SUBJECTS WILL THE PROGRAM COVER?

The program covers courses that teach repair work of electrical or electronic parts of motor vehicles, diagnosis (finding out) of problems in the electrical/electronic parts of motor, maintenance of electrical and electronic parts of motor vehicles, installation of electrical/electronic optional accessories, tools in the auto electrician workshop, work planning and human resources management, safety in the workshop and quality evaluation of the maintenance service provided.

WHAT ARE THE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS?

The entry requirements to auto electrical at diploma and craft level are five ‘O’ level credits including Mathematics, English, Science and any other two subjects. The minimum entry requirement at Trade-test level is a grade 7 or grade 9 certificate.

WHAT ARE THE FUTURE ADVANCED QUALIFICATIONS AVAILABLE AND WHY?

There are no advanced qualifications at degree or master’s level in auto electrical offered in Zambia.

INSTITUTIONS THAT OFFER AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY

NORTHERN TECHNICAL COLLEGE
Programme duration: 3 years 3 months (diploma) / 2 years 8 months (Adv. Certificate) / 1 year 6 months (Certificate)
Mode of study: Full-Time and Distance Learning
Admitting school: Faculty of Heavy Equipment Repairs
Intakes: January, May and September for Full-Time / April and August for Distance Learning
Location: Ndola
Contacts
Tel: +260 212 671699/ +260 977 555467/ +260 977 321447
E-mail: principal@nortec.edu.zm
Website: www.nortec.edu.zm

INDUSTRIAL TRAINING CENTRE
Programme duration: 2 years (Craft Certificate) / 3 years (Diploma)
Mode of study: Full-Time, Part-time and Distance Learning
Admitting school: Department of Automotive Engineering
Intakes: January and July
Location: Lusaka
Contacts
Tel: +260 211 244177 / +260 967 906830 / +260 977 686181
E-mail: info@itczambia.co.zm
Website: www.itczambia.co.zm Facebook: Industrial Training Centre

LUANSHYA TECHNICAL AND BUSINESS COLLEGE
Programme duration: 2 years (Craft Certificate) / 1 year (Trade-test)
Mode of study: Full-Time and Distance Learning
Intakes: January, May and September
Location: Luanshya
Contacts
Tel: +260 966 814941
E-mail: info@ltbc.edu.zm
Website: www.ltbc.edu.zm

KABWE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
Programme duration: 2 years (Craft Certificate) / 2 years 8 months (Adv. Certificate) / 3 years (diploma)
Mode of study: Full-Time
Admitting school: Mechanical Department
Intakes: January
Location: Kabwe
Contacts
Tel: +260 977 143641/ +260 977 520038 / 0978503594/ 0977889359
E-mail: kabweit@gmail.com
Website: www.kit.edu.zm/index.php/downloads/fees

LIVINGSTONE INSTITUTE OF BUSINESS AND ENGINEERING STUDIES
Programme duration: 3 months (Trade-test level III) / 1 year (Trade-test level I) / 2 years (Craft Certificate)
Mode of study: Full-Time
Intakes: January, May
Location: Livingstone
Contacts
Tel: +260 960 949041/ +260 977 576286 / 0965196917
E-mail: libeszambia@gmail.com
Website: www.libescollege.edu.zm Facebook: Livingstone Institute of Business and Engineering Studies – LIBES

KITWE VOCATIONAL TRAINING CENTRE
Programme duration: 2 years (Craft Certificate)
Mode of study: Full-Time
Intakes: January, May and September
Location: Kitwe
Contacts
Tel: +260 212 261509/ +260 954 478315
E-mail: kvtcmb@yahoo.com
Facebook: Kitwe Vocational Training Centre

LUSAKA BUSINESS AND TECHNICAL COLLEGE
Programme duration: 1 year (Trade-test) / 2 years (Craft Certificate) / 2 years 8 months (Adv. Certificate) / 3 years 3 months (Diploma)
Mode of study: Full-Time
Admitting school: Department of Engineering
Intakes: January, May and September
Location: Lusaka
Contacts
Tel: +260 971 528420 / +260 953 260223
E-mail: marketing@lbtc.ac.zm
Website: www.lbtc.ac.zm

UKWIMI TRADES TRAINING INSTITUTE
Programme duration: 2 years (Craft Certificate)
Mode of study: Full-Time
Intakes: January and July
Location: Petauke
Contacts
Tel: +260 216 371337/ +260 216 371437
E-mail: ukwimitrades@gmail.com
Website: zambiatevetprincipals.edu.zm/ukwimi-trades-training-institute/ Facebook: Ukwimi Trades Training Institute

MUMBWA YOUTH RESOURCE CENTRE
Programme duration: 1 year (Trade-test)
Mode of study: Full-Time
Intakes: January and September
Location: Mumbwa
Contacts
Tel: +260 979 887138 / +260 974 874252 / 0977 593640
Facebook: Mumbwa Youth Resource Centre

Woodwork Technology, Carpentry and Joinery – Career Description with a list on Institutions

Post author By chipashabwalya5
Post date June 15, 2021

Scroll to the bottom for a list of institutions that offer Carpentry and Joinery

WHAT IS CARPENTRY AND JOINERY WHO IS A CARPENTER OR JOINER?

Carpentry is a skilled trade or a craft in which the main work that is done is the cutting, shaping and installing furniture for buildings and building materials such as roofs and stairs during the construction of buildings. Carpentry and joinery also involves skilled work using timber either in a work shop or at a construction site. You can divide carpentry into residential (involving things in a household), commercial (constructing schools, hospitals, malls etc.) and industrial (building tunnels, dams etc.) carpentry. A carpenter is a person who has the skill to work with wood and is able to make or repair things that are made out of wood. A joiner is a person that joins pieces of wood using various means to produce more complex items. Some carpenters/joiners never actually go to school for this trade but learn through apprenticeship. In this article we will refer to both carpenters and/or joiners simply as carpenters.

WHERE DO CARPENTERS WORK?

When you do carpentry you will most likely work for yourself or you may form a group with others who have done carpentry and work for yourselves at a workshop. Sometimes carpenters do some work with builders or construction companies so that they help with doing things such as roofing and furniture. You can also work for an interior decorating company so that if they have to make something wooden as they are decorating you can be the one to do it.

WHAT TASKS ARE INVOLVED IN THE WORK?

As a carpenter the tasks that you will have to do could include making wooden furniture, doors and floors. Carpenters also do renovating and refitting in buildings that have already been built. When they do these things they measure, mark, cut, shape, fit and finish up (mostly by vanishing) the timber. They do this by using hand tools such as chisels and, power tools. When working in construction, carpenters not only make furniture and other fittings but they also help in making the frames for the buildings. The kinds of furniture that carpenters make includes shelves, cupboards, chairs, beds, window frames, and doors. These items are made either in a workshop or at the construction site.

WHAT IS THE WORK SCHEDULE OF A CARPENTER?

There is no fixed schedule in this profession because most carpenters are self-employed. Work is done depending on the projects that someone is working on.

WHAT SORT OF CAREER-PERSONALITY MATCH IS REQUIRED?

Carpenters should generally be outgoing and enjoying working with their hands. This is because the job itself is manual and so you have to enjoy doing things that involve cutting and joining. You also need to have good problem solving skills and with a good imagination that will help you come up with creative designs that you will use to make various kinds of furniture. You also need to be someone who pays attention to detail and aesthetic in order to make something that is pleasing to the eyes.

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WHAT SUBJECTS WILL THE PROGRAM COVER?

Some of the courses that will be done when you decide to go to a school that offers carpentry and joinery include drawing, identification and measurement of materials, hand tool selection, care and use, machine woodworking, project management and estimating, framing and finishing, roofing, door and window layout and construction among others. During the times when you will be in school you will do a lot of practical work because this program is very practical rather than theoretical.

WHAT ARE THE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS?

The entry requirement at craft level is a full grade 12 certificate (5 O’ levels). The minimum entry requirement at Trade-test level is a grade 7 or grade 9 certificate.

WHAT OTHER PROGRAMS OF STUDY CAN MAKE SOMEONE A CARPENTER?

There are no other programs that will train someone to be a carpenter apart from carpentry and joinery

WHAT ARE THE FUTURE ADVANCED QUALIFICATIONS AVAILABLE AND WHY?

There is currently no advanced program at degree or master’s level in carpentry that is being offered in Zambia.

INSTITUTIONS THAT OFFER CARPENTRY AND JOINERY

LIVINGSTONE INSTITUTE OF BUSINESS AND ENGINEERING STUDIES
Programme duration: 1 year (Trade-test)
Mode of study: Full-time and Part-time
Admitting school: Engineering Department
Intakes: January, May and September
Location: Livingstone
Contacts
Tel: +260 977 576286 or +260 960 949041
E-mail: libes@libescollege.edu.zm
Website: www.libescollege.edu.zm/

LUSAKA VOCATIONAL TRAINING CENTRE
Programme duration: 1 year (Trade-test) / 2 years (Craft Certificate)
Mode of study: Full-time and Part-time
Admitting school: Construction Department
Intakes: January, May and September
Location: Lusaka
Contacts
Tel:+260 979 527976 / +260-211-242270
E-mail: admissions.office@lvtc.edu.zm / tupasambwa@gmail.com
Website: www.lvtc.edu.zm/

UKWIMI TRADES TRAINING INSTITUTE
Programme duration: 1 year (Trade-test) / 2 years (Craft Certificate)
Mode of study: Full-time and Part-time
Intakes: January, May, September
Location: Petauke
Contacts
Tel: +260977137727 / +260977946851 /+260978016050 / +260955658264
E-mail: utti@zamtel.zm
Facebook: Ukwimi Trades Training Institute

MONGU TRADES TRAINING INSTITUTE
Programme duration: 1 year (Trade-test) / 2 years (Craft Certificate)
Mode of study: Full-time and Part-time
Admitting school: School of Construction
Intakes: January, May, September
Location: Mongu
Contacts
Tel: 0977288109 / 0963406985 / 0978514997
Facebook: Mongu Trades Training Institute

KABWE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
Programme duration: 2 years (Craft Certificate)
Mode of study: Full-time and Part-time
Admitting school: Construction Department
Intakes: January, May and September
Location: Kabwe
Contacts
Tel: +260 977 759307 or +260 977 143641
E-mail: kabweit@gmail.com
Website: www.kit.edu.zm/index.php/downloads/fees

LUANSHYA TECHNICAL AND BUSINESS COLLEGE
Programme duration: 1 year (Trade-test) / 2 years (Craft Certificate)
Mode of study: Full-time, Part-time and Distance
Intakes: January, May, September
Location: Luanshya, Zambia
Contacts
Tel: +206978395180
E-mail: info@ltbc.edu.zm
Website: www.ltbc.edu.zm/index.php/full-time-programmes/

THORN PARK CONSTRUCTION TRAINING CENTRE
Programme duration: 1 year (Trade-test)
Mode of study: Full-Time and Part-time
Intakes: January
Location: Lusaka
Contacts
Tel: +260 211 231970 / +260 977 852938
E-mail: bchitenge@yahoo.co.uk
Website: www.lbtc.ac.zm/tctccourses.php

Soil Science – Career Description with a list of Institutions

Post author By chipashabwalya5
Post date June 15, 2021

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WHAT IS SOIL SCIENCE AND WHO IS A SOIL SCIENTIST?

Soil science involves the study of the soil as a resource on the surface of the earth. This programme provides knowledge and skills in management of soil resources upon which all agricultural activities are based. It includes the study of various agricultural activities such as animal and crop production, farm management and extension methods all of which are applied in the context of managing soil resources.

A soil scientist is a person who specializes in the field of social science at a university or college. They study the upper few meters of the earth’s crust in terms of its physical and chemical properties, distribution, formation, morphology and its biological components. Soil scientists mainly apply their knowledge and skills in agricultural related fields such as land husbandry, soil fertility, irrigation management and research.

WHERE DO SOIL SCIENTISTS WORK?

Soil scientists may work for government in the ministry of agriculture, and also for the local government serving in both city and district councils. Here, they advise policy makers on issues regarding soil and water management, waste disposal, road and infrastructure development and they help protect the environment from natural hazards like unsustainable climate change.

Soil scientists also work in other government and non-governmental agencies such as Zambia environmental management agency (ZEMA), water and sewerage companies, conservation farming unit (CFU), and the food and agriculture organisation (FAO). The work in these agencies focuses on things such as pollution monitoring, conservation farming, climate smart agriculture etc. In water and sewerage companies, soil scientists are employed to work as soil and water quality experts.

Some soil scientists work as consultants for farmers and other land users. They offer professional counsel to these farm and land owners on how to manage land and water resources. They may also work in higher learning institutions as lecturers and/or researchers.

WHAT TASKS ARE INVOLVED IN THEIR WORK?

The specific tasks involved in the work of a soil scientist depends on where they work. Those working in government agencies regulate the use of land and soil resources by both the private and public sectors. This involves inspecting projects and activities relating to soil use. They conduct soil surveys through collection of soil samples which are then analysed in a lab. The data from such analyses is used to advise on the capabilities and limitations of soils (e.g., agroforestry, watershed rehabilitation projects, transportation planning, crop or livestock production, and recreation development). They also monitor the effects of farm, ranch and forest activities on soil productivity.

Those consulting for farm owners conduct soil testing in order to guide on crop choice and nutrient requirements. They also analyse water, plants, fertilisers and manures for soil fertility. This is done so that they can make proper fertiliser and lime recommendations, as well as irrigation design and installation.

WHAT IS THE WORK SCHEDULE?

The typical work schedule of a soil scientist is 08:00hrs – 17:00hrs from Monday to Friday.

WHAT DOES THE JOB MARKET LOOK LIKE?

The job market for soil scientists is good because of the many places where their services are required. Soil scientists can work as researchers, hydrologists, soil and water quality experts, soil conservationists, field evaluators in crop production etc.

WHAT SORT OF CAREER PERSONALITY MATCH IS REQUIRED?

A soil scientist must be an environmentalist by nature, interested in the protection and conservation of the natural environment. They must also be a person that is interested in scientific research and working outdoors. To enjoy studying this program you must have had an interest in subjects such a Biology, Chemistry, Geography and Agricultural Science.

WHAT SUBJECTS WILL THE PROGRAM COVER?

Courses covered during the study of this program are A’ level Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology in the first year. In the following years, the courses that are covered include Agro-climatology, Soil Fertility and Amendments, Soil Chemistry and Mineralogy, Soil and Plant Analysis, Soil Genesis and Classification, Agricultural Hydraulics, Irrigation Design and Drainage Systems, Land Husbandry and Land Evaluation and Improvement.

WHAT ARE THE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS?

The minimum entry requirements for this program are five O’ level credits (grade 6) or better, inclusive of Mathematics, English and Science. Because science programs at university are competitive, you need to have scored at least 12 points in your best 6 subjects at grade 12 to stand a good chance being accepted.

WHAT ARE THE FUTURE ADVANCED QUALIFICATIONS AVAILABLE AND WHY?

After obtaining a degree in soil science, you can advance your qualification by pursuing a master’s in related fields such as Agronomy, Integrated Soil Fertility Management, Sustainable Land and Environmental Management or Aquaculture. These qualifications allow for specialisation in a particular field of soil science. Specialising sets you apart from the rest and gives you more job opportunities and in higher positions especially abroad. With a master’s, you can also lecture at a university.

INSTITUTIONS THAT OFFER SOIL SCIENCE

UNIVERSITY OF ZAMBIA
Programme duration: 5 years (Degree) / 2 years (Master’s)
Mode of study: Full-time and Part-time
Admitting school: School of Natural Sciences
Intakes: January
Location: Lusaka
Contacts
Tel: +260 21 1250587
E-mail: dean-agric@unza.zm
Website: www.unza.zm/academics/undergraduate/bachelor-of-agricultural-sciences-soil-sciences

Institutions that offer Refrigeration and Air Conditioning

Post author By chipashabwalya5
Post date June 15, 2021

NORTHERN TECHNICAL COLLEGE
Programme duration: 2 years (Craft Certificate) / 2 years 8 months (Adv. Certificate)
Mode of study: Full-time, Part-time and Distance
Admitting school: Faculty of Electrical and Refrigeration
Intakes: January, May, September
Location: Ndola
Contacts
Tel: +260-212-671699 or +260-955-667674
E-mail: principal@nortec.edu.zm
Website: www.nortec.edu.zm/?page_id=57