UNIVERSITY OF ZAMBIA
Programme duration: 4 years (Degree) / 2 years (Master’s)
Mode of study: Full-time, Part-time and Distance
Admitting school: School of Humanities and Social Sciences
Intakes: January
Location: Lusaka
Contacts
Tel: +260 211 293348
E-mail: dean-hss@unza.zm
Website: www.unza.zm/schools/humanities/departments/psychology

MULUNGUSHI UNIVERSITY
Programme duration: 4 years (degree)
Mode of study: Full-time and Distance
Admitting school: School of Social Sciences
Intakes: January and August
Location: Kabwe
Contacts
Tel: +260 215 228004
E-mail: academic@mu.ac.zm
Website: mu.ac.zm

RUSANGU UNIVERSITY
Programme duration: 4 years (Degree)
Mode of study: Full-time, Part-time and Distance
Admitting school: School of Humanities and Social Sciences
Intakes: January
Location: Monze
Contacts
Tel: +260 213 255471 or +260 976 271138
E-mail: info@ru.edu.zm
Website: www.ru.edu.zm.dedi542.jnb1.host-h.net/downloads/

CHRESO UNIVERSITY
Programme duration: 4 years (degree)
Mode of study: Full-time, Part-time and Distance
Admitting school: Faculty of Social Science
Intakes: January and July
Location: Lusaka
Contacts
Tel: +260 967 796562 or +260 974 791731
E-mail: info@chresouniversity.edu.zm
Website: www.chresouniversity.edu.zm/tuition-fee-schedule/

ZAMBIAN INSTITUTE FOR PSYCHOLOGY AND HEALTH
Programme duration: 3 months (Certificate) and 1 year 6 months (diploma)
Mode of study: Full-time, Part-time and Distance Learning
Intakes: January and June
Location: Kalulushi and Ndola
Contacts
Tel: +260 974 747959 or +260 764 795735
Facebook: Zambian Institute for Psychology and Health – ZIPH

GIDEON ROBERT UNIVERSITY
Programme duration: 4 years (Degree)
Mode of study: Full-time, Part-time and Distance
Admitting school: School of Humanities and Social Sciences
Intakes: January and July
Location: Lusaka
Contacts
Tel: +260969899875
E-mail: vc@gideonrobertyuniversity.com
Website: gideonrobert.education

ROCKVIEW UNIVERSITY
Programme duration: 4 years (Degree)
Mode of study: Full-time, Part-time and Distance
Intakes: January and July
Location: Lusaka
Contacts
Tel: +260 967 976961 / +260 955 151517
E-mail: rockviewprofessionals@yahoo.com
Website: www.rockview.edu.zm

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WHAT IS AUTOMOTIVE MECHANICS AND WHO IS AN AUTOMOTIVE MECHANIC?

Automotive mechanics, also called auto mechanics, is the occupation of repairing and maintaining automobiles or simply cars. An automotive mechanic is a person who repairs and maintains cars. He/she may be specialised in a specific area like brakes or suspension or in a specific make of cars such as Mercedes. Their main job is to find out the problem of the car accurately and in the shortest period of time, thereafter, they repair whatever is damaged.

WHERE DO AUTOMOTIVE MECHANICS WORK?

Auto mechanics 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 that ministries cars. In the private owned garages, the general public take their cars for servicing and repair.

WHAT TASKS ARE INVOLVED IN THE WORK?

At work, vehicle maintenance and servicing are important parts of the job. Maintenance is what is regularly done on the car so that it stays in good condition and it is scheduled e.g. changing of oil. Servicing is done when there is need for something specific to be fixed that is normally not fixed or changed during maintenance.

The tasks include installation and repair of air-conditioners and their parts such as compressors. Brake systems, engine and fuel management, ignition and emission or exhaust systems are also worked on by the auto mechanics. Wheels alignment and balancing are also part of the job of the auto mechanic.

Apart from servicing, maintenance and repair, the mechanics also perform preventive maintenance where they do replacement of car parts before the parts get damaged. This also involves making a list of parts to buy and the price.

WHAT IS THE WORK SCHEDULE OF AN AUTOMOTIVE MECHANIC?

The work schedule of an auto mechanic is dependent on where he/she works. Work is done in shifts in many work places because car repairs and maintenance may also be done in the night. Therefore, the mechanic may work during the day or during the night.

WHAT DOES THE JOB MARKET LOOK LIKE?

Cars are an important part of human life because transportation is needed for many social and economic activities. Therefore, auto mechanics are needed in many companies and institutions. They are employed in places with many vehicles such as distribution companies like DHL or the post office, production companies such as Trade Kings, the mining industry, electricity production companies, city councils, the list goes on. Wherever vehicles are used, auto mechanics will be required.

They also work in the transportation companies such as power tools where they do the maintenance and repair of the buses.

WHAT SORT OF CAREER-PERSONALITY MATCH IS REQUIRED?

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

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WHAT SUBJECTS WILL THE PROGRAM COVER?

During the study of automotive mechanics there are many courses that are taken. Depending on the school they courses may contain fundamentals of combustion engines, fuel injection systems and carburetors, transmission systems and clutches, manual and automatic gearboxes, vehicle diagnostics and fault-finding, suspension and steering, vehicle electronics and ignition systems, turning and performance and chassis and body work. Other courses can include communication skills, workshop practice and workshop management.

WHAT ARE THE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS?

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

WHAT ARE THE FUTURE ADVANCED QUALIFICATIONS AVAILABLE AND WHY?

Advancements in automotive mechanics include certification in specific areas of repair. These areas can include braking systems, suspension and steering and engine repairs among others. The main reasons for getting this certification is so that someone can be more specialised at handling one specific area so that they are more competent and called upon more.

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

LUANSHYA TECHNICAL AND BUSINESS COLLEGE
Programme duration: 2 years (Craft Certificate)
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
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
Location: Livingstone
Contacts
Tel: +260 960 949041/ +260 977 576286
E-mail: libeszambia@gmail.com
Website: www.libescollege.edu.zm

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
Website: 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

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

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

LUSAKA VOCATIONAL TRAINING CENTRE
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
E-mail: admissions.office@lvtc.edu.zm
Website: www.lvtc.edu.zm

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

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 / +260 962 403799

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
Facebook: Mumbwa Youth Resource Centre

COPPERBELT UNIVERSITY
Programme duration: 4 years (Diploma) / 5 years (degree)
Mode of study: Full-Time and Part-Time (Diploma offered only on part-time)
Admitting school: School of Engineering
Intakes: January
Location: Kitwe
Contacts
Tel: +260 212 290816 / +260 212 290815
Email: academicoffice@cbu.ac.zm
Website: www.cbu.ac.zm/fees

COPPERSTONE UNIVERSITY
Programme duration: 3 years (diploma) / 4 years (Degree)
Mode of study: Full-Time and Distance Learning
Admitting school: School of Science and Technology
Intakes: January
Location: Kitwe
Contacts
Tel: +260 960 346565/ +260 777367080
E-mail: copperstonecustomercare@gmail.com
Website: www.copperstone.education

LIVINGSTONE INSTITUTE OF BUSINESS AND ENGINEERING STUDIES
Programme duration: 2 years (certificate)
Mode of study: Full-Time
Intakes: January
Location: Livingstone
Contacts
Tel: +260 960 949041/ +260 977 576286
E-mail: libeszambia@gmail.com
Website: www.libescollege.edu.zm

THORN PARK CONSTRUCTION TRAINING CENTRE
Programme duration: 3 years (Diploma)
Mode of study: Full-Time
Intakes: January
Location: Lusaka
Contacts
Tel: +260 211 231970/ +260 977852938
E-mail: tctc@zambia.co.zm
Website: www.lbtc.ac.zm/tctccourses.php

EVELYN HONE COLLEGE
Programme duration: 1 year 6 months (for radiography diploma holders)
Mode of study: Full-Time and Distance Learning
Admitting school: School of Health and Applied Sciences
Intakes: January
Location: Lusaka
Contacts
Tel: +260 211 225127
E-mail: info.ehc@evelynhone.edu.zm / emwansa@evelynhone.edu.zm
Website: www.evelynhone.edu.zm

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WHAT IS ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY AND WHO IS AN ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGIST?

Electrical technology is the study of electricity, electrical equipment and the installation, maintenance and repair of such equipment. In other words you can say that it is the technology of producing, storing, controlling, transmitting and getting work from electricity. In the program, you learn the science behind electricity and how to apply that knowledge in making or repairing electrical equipment, appliances or devices. Examples of these include the torch (flashlight), doorbell, heater, hair dryer etc. An electrical technologist is a person who has studied electricity and electrical equipment and is able to install, maintain and repair these equipment. These people study machines, equipment and systems that conduct or produce electricity.

WHERE DO ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGISTS WORK?

As an electrical technologist you can work in power generation and distribution companies such as ZESCO or Copperbelt Energy Corporation (CEC) or North Western Energy Corporation (NWEC). Other places where you are likely to be employed include companies that offer electrical solutions and also install equipment such as solar panels and batteries. These companies include Kasuba power solutions, Savenda electrical and hardware Ltd, Ganesh power solutions etc. There are also other companies like Slimline electronics and COPTECH Construction Zambia, that distribute electrical appliances and help install or repair them. As an electrical technologist, you can also open your own repair shop where clients can bring in their electrical or electronic equipment for repairs.

WHAT TASKS ARE INVOLVED IN THE WORK?

The type of tasks that you are expected to do as an electrical technologist depend on where you work. In power generation and distribution companies, you work with electrical engineers in the distribution of electricity to the company’s customers. Specific work done includes installation of transformers, extension of the power grid, connection of buildings to the power grid, and installation of electricity meters among other things. Electrical technologists also carry out installation of the wiring of buildings or factories and join these wires to outlets, transformers and circuit breakers. In addition, they also test wiring and connections to make sure they are working fine. For testing, the electrical technologists use voltmeters, ohmmeters, ammeters and other instruments. For those working in equipment repair, you are expected to replace things such as wires, switches, fuses and circuit breakers and on top of that perform what is called preventive maintenance. Preventive maintenance in this case is carrying out maintenance on electrical equipment before a fault develops.

WHAT IS THE WORK SCHEDULE OF AN ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGIST?

As an electrical technologist you are most likely going to work from 8:00 hrs to 17:00 hrs from Monday to Friday in most places. In some work places you can be required to work at night but this is not very common.

WHAT SORT OF CAREER-PERSONALITY MATCH IS REQUIRED?

To be an electrical technologist you need to have interest in physics and mathematics. These subjects in high school help you to understand and appreciate what you will be taught in college or university.

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WHAT SUBJECTS WILL THE PROGRAM COVER?

In your stay at college, the following are the subjects that your program will cover: workshop practice, electrical machines, engineering drawing, engineering materials, electrical fundamentals, instrumentation, control and protection, electronics, supply and distribution, project management and organisation, communication skills, physics, mathematics, entrepreneurship, fibre optics, robotics and digital electronics

WHAT ARE THE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS?

The entry requirements for electrical technology at diploma and craft level are five ‘O’ level credits (grade 6) or better in Mathematics, English, Science and any other two subjects. The minimum entry requirement at Trade-test level is a grade 9 certificate.

WHAT ARE THE FUTURE ADVANCED QUALIFICATIONS AVAILABLE AND WHY?

In Zambia the highest qualification that is offered in the field of electrical technology is a diploma. Although, related and higher fields include electrical technician and electrical and electronics engineering (has a degree, masters and PhD) respectively. These two programs are offered within the country in a few institutions.

INSTITUTIONS THAT OFFER ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY

LUANSHYA TECHNICAL AND BUSINESS COLLEGE
Programme duration: 3 years (diploma) / 2 years ( Craft Certificate)
Mode of study: Full-Time and Distance Learning
Admitting school: Engineering and Construction
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 and Distance
Admitting school: Construction Department
Intakes: January
Location: Kabwe
Contacts
Tel: +260 977 143641/ +260 977 520038
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 and Distance
Intakes: January, May, September
Location: Livingstone
Contacts
Tel: +260 960 949041/ +260 977 576286
E-mail: libeszambia@gmail.com
Website: www.libescollege.edu.zm

NORTHERN TECHNICAL COLLEGE
Programme duration: 2 years (Craft Certificate) / 2 years 8 months (Adv. Certificate) / 3 years 4 months (Diploma)
Mode of study: Full-Time and Distance Learning
Admitting school: Faculty of Electrical and Refrigeration
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/?page_id=57

MUFULIRA TECHNICAL TRAINING INSTITUTE
Programme duration: 2 years (Craft Certificate) / 2 years 8 months (Adv. Certificate)
Intakes: January, May and September
Location: Mufulira
Contacts
Tel: +260 977 135566/ +260 955759576

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 Center

LUSAKA VOCATIONAL TRAINING CENTRE
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
E-mail: admissions.office@lvtc.edu.zm
Website: www.lvtc.edu.zm

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

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
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

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 Electrical/Electronics
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

ZAMBIA AIR SERVICES TRAINING INSTITUTE
Programme duration: 12 weeks each level (Certificate)
Mode of study: Full-Time
Admitting school: Ground Services School
Intakes: January
Location: Lusaka
Contacts
Tel: +260 977 796657 / +260 762 350528
Email: siondomubita@zasti.ac.zm / info@zasti.ac.zm
Website: www.zasti.ac.zm/ground_services.php

ZAMBIA NATIONAL FIRE SERVICE TRAINING SCHOOL
Programme duration: 3 months (certificate)
Mode of study: Full-Time
Admitting school:
Intakes: Not Specific
Location: Kabwe
Contacts
Tel: +260 979 160554
Email: fireschoolkabwe@gmail.com

MULUNGUSHI UNIVERSITY
Programme duration: 4 years (degree)
Mode of study: Full-Time and Distance Learning
Admitting school: School of Social Sciences
Intakes: January and August
Location: Kabwe
Contacts
Tel: +260 215 228004
Email: academic@mu.ac.zm
Website: www.mu.ac.zm

COPPERSTONE UNIVERSITY
Programme duration: 3 years (diploma) / 4 years (degree)
Mode of study: Full-Time and Distance Learning
Admitting school: Business and Management
Intakes: January
Location: Kitwe
Contacts
Tel: +260 960 346565/ +260 777367080
E-mail: copperstonecustomercare@gmail.com
Website: www.copperstone.education

MULUNGUSHI UNIVERSITY
Programme duration: 4 years (degree)
Mode of study: Full-Time and Distance Learning
Admitting school: School of Social Sciences
Intakes: January and August
Location: Kabwe
Contacts
Tel: +260 215 228004
Email: academic@mu.ac.zm
Website: www.mu.ac.zm

CHALIMBANA LOCAL GOVERNMENT TRAINING INSTITUTE
Programme duration: 3 years (diploma)
Mode of study: Full-Time
Intakes: January
Location: Chongwe
Contacts
Tel: +260 950 920750
E-mail: chalimbanalocalgovernment@gmail.com
Facebook: Chalimbana Local Government Training Institute – lgti

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WHAT IS MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGY AND WHO IS A MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGIST?

Mechanical technology can be defined as the application of engineering principles and technology to create useful products and machinery that is used in production. In another way, you can define it as the technology of putting together mechanical parts to produce and control motion. What this means is that mechanical technology deals with bringing different mechanical parts so that the machines that are made are able to produce a wide range of movements and that the movements of these machines are well controlled. A mechanical technologist is someone, using his/her knowledge of mechanics, puts together mechanical parts so that he/she builds something that produces an intentional and controlled movement.

WHERE DO MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGISTS WORK?

Mechanical technologists work in places that require usage of machines that have moving parts. These places include plants and factories examples of which are Trade Kings, Zambian Breweries, Mansa Sugar, Lafarge Zambia, Nitrogen Chemicals of Zambia, etc. Other industries that employ mechanical technologists include the Mining industry, Electricity Production and Distribution companies, City councils, Government, Railway Systems of Zambia and other companies. Mechanical technologists may also work hand in hand with mechanical engineers in Mechanical Engineering Consultancy Firms.

WHAT TASKS ARE INVOLVED IN THE WORK?

Tasks done at work by mechanical technologists mostly involve repair and maintenance of machinery that has moving parts. The specific machinery that they work on depends on the industry where one works. Examples of machinery with moving parts that are used in various industries include conveyor belts, elevators and lifts, commercial and industrial printers, cranes etc. They are expected to find out what is wrong with a system that is not working well and make adjustments or repairs. Mechanical technologists are also expected to find innovative ways of increasing the productivity of their company that are both energy and time efficient.

WHAT IS THE WORK SCHEDULE OF A MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGIST?

The usual work schedule is from 08:00hrs to 17:00hrs, Monday to Friday. However, some companies and industries are open in the night and/or over the weekend. In such cases, the mechanical technologist may be required to work night shifts or on weekends.

WHAT SORT OF CAREER-PERSONALITY MATCH IS REQUIRED?

Mechanical technology is best suited for individuals who like to do hands-on work, and repairing things. They should also have an interest in mathematics, physics and technology because the program is grounded these sciences. A background in technical drawing or geometrical and mechanical drawing may be helpful in pursuing this program.

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WHAT SUBJECTS WILL THE PROGRAM COVER?

The courses that you will mostly likely take during your learning period are workshop practice, workshop processes, engineering drawing, applied mechanics, materials and metallurgy, applied thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, instrumentation and control, design project, management and organisation, communication skills, strength of materials, theory of machines, mathematics and entrepreneurship.

WHAT ARE THE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS?

The entry requirements 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 9 certificate.

WHAT ARE THE FUTURE ADVANCED QUALIFICATIONS AVAILABLE AND WHY?

In Zambia the highest qualification that is offered in the field of mechanical technology is a diploma. You can advance your qualifications by studying for a degree in mechanical engineering. This allows for greater career advancement and also increases the job prospects.

INSTITUTIONS THAT OFFER MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGY

NORTHERN TECHNICAL COLLEGE
Programme duration: 2 years 8 months (Adv. Certificate) / 3 years 4 months (Diploma)
Mode of study: Full-Time and Distance Learning
Admitting school: Department of Mechanical Engineering
Intakes: January, May and September for Full-Time, and 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/?page_id=135

MUFULIRA TECHNICAL TRAINING INSTITUTE
Programme duration: 2 years (Craft Certificate) / 2 years 8 months (Adv. Certificate)
Intakes: January, May and September
Location: Mufulira
Contacts
Tel: +260 977 135566 / +260 955 759576

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WHAT IS PLUMBING AND WHO IS A PLUMBER?

You can define plumbing as a course that involves the study of the systems of pipes, tanks, fittings and other equipment that are required for the supply of water, heating and other sanitation in the building. This system of pipes, tanks and fittings is called the plumbing of the building. In this program you learn how to do toilet plumbing and fixtures, building sewers, water taps and heating and cooling lines. The sheet metal part of the course teaches you the maintenance and fabrication of almost any object made from sheet metal (very thin, flat sheets of metal). Fabrication is making something from already-made parts, it’s like assembling something from the parts that make it up. After defining plumbing as a course, you can say that a plumber is a person who installs and maintains pipes and other kinds of plumbing in a building.

WHERE DO PLUMBERS WORK?

When it comes to where plumbers work, we can say they work in any place that has pipes and any other plumbing such as geysers. They work mostly for themselves serving their clients who may be household owners or landlords etc. If they work for a company it is usually a construction company or a water and sewerage company because of their knowledge of water pipes and sewers. Sometimes companies or workplaces or buildings such as hospitals and office complexes may have their own plumber. This plumber does all the plumbing work that the company buildings require. Another employer is the local government through the city councils.

WHAT TASKS ARE INVOLVED IN THE WORK?

As a plumber the tasks that you are expected to do are to install or put together systems of pipes that supply water to a building. This is usually done during the time a building is being built and so you will most likely work with builders/bricklayers. Sanitation and heating systems (such as geysers) are also put up by the plumbers. On top of this, you are also to install bathrooms including showers, toilets and bathtubs. Other tasks that you will do include repairing of any leaking pipes or toilets, unclogging of blocked pipes or any other plumbing that is not working properly. You will also maintain and do fabrication (assembly) and installation of stainless-steel metal such as sinks and counters, rain gutters and downspouts (the metallic pipes that are put at the edge of a roof to collect water from rain and then carry it down to the ground or a drainage).

WHAT IS THE WORK SCHEDULE OF A PLUMBER?

There is really no work schedule that you will have as a plumber. You will be called when needed or rather hired when there is a need for pipes, sinks and bathrooms etc. to be fitted or repaired. Sometimes you can be called on the weekends or during the night when there is, for instance, a large leaking pipe especially in places like hospitals or factories that may be open even at night. Although, if you work for a water and sewerage company there may be a shift that you may follow and this is usually a day job.

WHAT DOES THE JOB MARKET LOOK LIKE?

You may have challenges finding a full-time job with a company or in the government. In most cases, plumbers just work for themselves either part-time with a number of different clients, or freelance. Freelance simply means making yourself available to clients when your services are required and getting paid per job or task that you do.

WHAT SORT OF CAREER-PERSONALITY MATCH IS REQUIRED?

The personality that is required to do plumbing is one that is outgoing and a person who is able and likes working with their hands. This is because the job itself is manual and so you have to enjoy doing things that involve joining and cutting. You also need to have good problem solving skills and with a good imagination to help you come up with the best way you are going to install water supply and disposal systems in a building.

Scroll to the bottom for a list of institutions that offer Plumbing, Pipefitting and Sheet Metal

WHAT SUBJECTS WILL THE PROGRAM COVER?

When you have been accepted in the schools that offer this program you will learn courses that may include plumbing workshop practice, management of water resources, distribution and disposal systems, design and installation of water supply systems and, drawing and interpretation of plumbing drawings.

WHAT ARE THE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS?

To study plumbing at craft level you need to have a full grade 12 certificate, some colleges or institutions may only require two credits and 3 passes or better including Mathematics and English. The minimum entry requirement at Trade-test level is a grade 7 or 9 certificate.

WHAT OTHER PROGRAMS OF STUDY CAN MAKE SOMEONE A PLUMBER?

An alternative program that can qualify someone to perform most of the work of a plumber is water engineering. Water engineering is a much wider field that trains people in water resources management of which plumbing is only a minor component.

WHAT ARE THE FUTURE ADVANCED QUALIFICATIONS AVAILABLE AND WHY?

Someone who has studied plumbing at craft level can upgrade to the diploma. Alternatively, you can decide to pursue a diploma in water engineering which can be upgraded to degree and master’s level. Obtaining these qualifications broadens your knowledge beyond just plumbing and this gives you a better chance of getting employed by construction companies and water and sewerage companies.

INSTITUTIONS THAT OFFER PLUMBING, PIPEFITTING AND SHEET METAL

LUSAKA VOCATIONAL TRAINING CENTRE
Programme duration: 1 year (Trade-test Cert.) / 2 years (Craft Certificate) / 2 years 8 months (Adv. Certificate)
Mode of study: Full-Time and Part-Time
Admitting school: Construction Section
Intakes: January, May and September
Location: Lusaka
Contacts
Tel: +260 211 242270 / +260 979 527976
E-mail: admissions.office@lvtc.edu.zm or tupasambwa@gmail.com
Website: www.lvtc.edu.zm

KABWE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
Programme duration: 2 years (Craft certificate)
Mode of study: Full-Time
Admitting school: Construction Department
Intakes: January
Location: Kabwe
Contacts
Tel: +260 977 143641 / +260 977 520038
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) and 2 years (Craft Certificate)
Mode of study: Full-Time
Intakes: January
Location: Livingstone
Contacts
Tel: +260 960 949041/ +260 977 576286
E-mail: libeszambia@gmail.com
Website: www.libescollege.edu.zm

UKWIMI TRADES TRAINING INSTITUTE
Programme duration: 2 years (Craft Certificate)
Mode of study: Full-Time
Intakes: January
Location: Petauke
Contacts
Tel: +260 216 371337 / +260 216 371437
E-mail: ukwimitrades@gmail.com / utti@zamtel.zm
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THORN PARK CONSTRUCTION TRAINING CENTRE
Programme duration: 2 years (Craft Certificate) / 1 year (Trade-test)
Mode of study: Full-Time
Intakes: January
Location: Lusaka
Contacts
Tel: +260 211 231970 / +260 977 852938 / 0977 132431
E-mail: tctc@zambia.co.zm
Website: www.lbtc.ac.zm/tctccourses.php Facebook: Thorn Park Construction Training Centre

INDUSTRIAL TRAINING CENTRE
Programme duration: 2 years (Craft Certificate)
Mode of study: Full-Time
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

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 524340 / +260 962 403799