HND · Engineering
HND Civil Engineering Technology
- Qualification
- HND
- Duration
- 3 years
- Region
- Ashanti
Overview
You gain hands-on preparation for the infrastructure projects that support Kumasi and Ghana’s economic growth, including roads, buildings, drainage and water systems. The programme is worthwhile if you want a technical engineering career with a direct impact on communities and the built environment.
What you will study
You cover surveying, structural principles, construction technology, soil mechanics, hydraulics, transportation engineering, materials testing, engineering drawing and construction management. You build competence in site supervision, quantity estimation, computer-aided design, quality control, project records and safety procedures.
Career prospects
You can become a civil engineering technician, site supervisor, roads technician, materials laboratory technician, construction estimator or works inspector. Employers include building and road contractors, Kumasi-based property developers, municipal assemblies, consulting firms and major national infrastructure projects.
Who this programme may suit
You are suited to this programme if you are analytical, practical and interested in how infrastructure is designed and delivered. Strong numeracy, spatial awareness, teamwork and the ability to work under site pressure will support your progress.