Kisumu National Polytechnic is located on the outskirts of Kisumu City, within Kisumu County, about 3 km east of the city centre and about 342 kilometers from Nairobi, Kenya’s capital city. Kisumu City stands at the centre of the Great Lakes Region and is fast emerging as a hub for the East Africa Economic Union. It is also emerging as an academic city with a range of newly established and flourishing colleges and universities.
As an ISO certified institution, The Kisumu National Polytechnic is committed to providing affordable, accessible, sustainable and quality training by ensuring our services are effective and efficient and meet the client’s expectations. The Kisumu National Polytechnic is committed to complying with requirements of ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems.
To achieve this, the polytechnic has established Quality Objectives that stakeholders will review from time to time for continuous improvement.
The key quality objectives seek to:
- Achieve and maintain a level of quality training which enhances the institutions’ reputation with clients.
- Ensure compliance with the Technical and Vocational Education and Training Act, 2013, and other relevant statutory and safety requirements.
- Endeavour to maximize client satisfaction through our services.
The Kisumu National Polytechnic is committed to comply with requirements of ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems.
To achieve this, the Polytechnic has established Quality Objectives which shall be reviewed from time to time for suitability and provision of continual improvement.
The college is committed to producing globally competitive graduates through quality education, research, and innovation.
Important Information
- Location: Technology Road, near Kisumu Stadium, approximately 3 kilometers from Kisumu city center.
- Dean: Catherine Kelonye.
- Phone Numbers: +254 723 446 773 or +254 742 809 415.
- Email: [email protected].
Academic Units and Courses
This institution offers various Diploma, Certificate (Craft Certificate), and Artisan courses in the following departments:
- Engineering: Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, and Building & Civil Engineering.
- Science and Technology: Applied Sciences, Health Sciences, and Computer and Informatics Studies.
- Business and Entrepreneurship: Business Studies and Liberal Studies.
- Institutional Management: Agriculture and Environment, and Hospitality Management.
Registration and Applications
- Admission Period: Main intakes are held in May and September each year.
- Application Method: Applicants can use the Online Application Portal or through the KUCCPS system for those established by the government.
- Application Fee: Kshs. 500 non-refundable.
- Entry Requirements: Depends on the course; generally, Diploma requires a C- average in KCSE, while certificate and artisan courses require lower marks.
Full Course List
The Kisumu National Polytechnic (TKNP) offers a wide range of market-driven courses across various departments, including Engineering, Health Sciences, and Business. Courses are available at the Certificate, Diploma, and Higher National Diploma levels.
Featured Departments & Courses
- Engineering & Technology
- Electrical Engineering (Power Option): Focused on power systems and electrical installations.
- Automotive Engineering: Training in vehicle mechanics and maintenance.
- Civil Engineering: Diploma programs covering construction and structural engineering.
- Mechanical Engineering: Practical training in manufacturing and machine maintenance.
- Health Sciences
- Medical Laboratory Technology (Level 6): Requires a KCSE Mean Grade of C; duration is 2 years.
- Nutrition and Dietetics (Level 6 & 5): Level 6 requires C- (2 years), while Level 5 requires D (1 year).
- Pharmaceutical Technology: Training for professional technologists.
- Business & Liberal Studies
- Fashion & Apparel Design: Creative training in garment construction and design.
- Social Work and Community Development: Available as a diploma for students with a C-.
- Other Business Courses: Includes Accountancy, Business Management, and Human Resource Management.
- Information Technology (ICT)
- Digital Skills (JITUME): Short courses and digital literacy programs.
- General ICT Courses: Covering software development and system support.
Admission Requirements & Intake
- Intake Periods: Main intakes typically occur in January and September each year.
- General Entry Grades:
- Diploma Programs: Minimum Mean Grade of C-.
- Certificate Programs: Typically require a D (Plain) or D+.
- Application Process:
- Apply online via the TKNP Application Portal.
- Pay a non-refundable fee of Kshs. 500 to the polytechnic’s KCB or Cooperative Bank accounts.
How to apply for placement at Kisumu National Polytechnic
Step 1. Submit Application
Step 2. Bring original documents
Step 3. Provide photocopies
Step 4. Pay a non-refundable application fee of Kshs. 500
Step 5. HELB/ HEF funding Application
Admission Requirements
Go through the list of training programs and selected a program you want to join, Find the minimum requirements on each.
Pay a non-refundable application fee of Kshs. 500 to KCB Kisumu. Branch Account Number 1103855980 or Cooperative Bank Kisumu Branch Account Number 01129012042200.
Additional Information
Phone:+254 723 446 773
Email: [email protected]
We are open from Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm and closed on Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays.
Should you have any questions or issues during the application process, please send us an email at [email protected]
HEF
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TRAINING MATERIALS AND ASSESMENT FEE FOR MODULARIZED CBET CURRICULUM PROGRAMMES
The approved Training Materials and Assessment fee for modularized CBET curriculum programs is outlined herein.
| S/No | VOTE HEAD | TOTAL FEE PER MODULE (KSHS) | |
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TUITION FEE | 22,400.00 | |
| 2. | MATERI ALS FEE | 9.600.00 | |
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ASSESMENT TOOLS | 3.000.00 | |
| TOTAL | 35,000.00 | ||
All Fees should be paid to The Kisumu National Polytechnic designated Bank Accounts outlined below:
a) KCB Kisumu Branch: Account Number 1103855980
b) Cooperative Bank Kisumu Branch: Account Number 01129012042200
c) Equity Bank Kisumu Branch: Account Number 0290280132380
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| DEPARTMENT OF BUILDING AND CIVIL ENGINEERING | |||||
| CODE | COURSE TITLE | MINIMUM REQUIRE- MENT | MODULE | COURSE DURATION(TERMS) | EXAM- INING BODY |
| CVE 6 | Civil Engineering Level 6 | fiCSE C- | 7 | 21/2Years(Including Attachment) | TfiNP |
| ARCH 6 | Architecture Level 6 | fiCSE C- | 6 | 21/2Years(Including Attachment) | TfiNP |
| LAVS 6 | Land Surveying and Mapping Level 6 | fiCSE C- | 6 | 2Years(Including Attachment) | TfiNP |
| LAVS 5 | Land Surveying Level 5 | fiCSE D | 4 | 4(including attachmen | TfiNP |
| BUT 6 | Building Technology Level 6 | fiCSE C- | 7 | 2Years(Including Attachment) | TfiNP |
| BUT 5 | Building Technology Level 5 | fiCSE D | 4 | 1Years(Including Attachment) | TfiNP |
| MSN 4 | Masonry Level 4(Moduarized) | fiCSE | 2 | 6moths(including attachment) | TfiNP |
| MSN 3 | Masonry Level 3 | fiCPE 0R fiCSE |
1 | 2months (including attachment) | TfiNP |
| PLM 5 | Plumbing Level 5(Moduarized) | fiCSE D | 4 | 3 (including attachment) | TfiNP |
| PLM 4 | Plumbing Level 4(Moduarized) | fiCSE | 2 | 6moths(including attachment) | TfiNP |
| DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTING AND INFORMATICS | |||||
| CODE | COURSE TITLE | MINIMUM REQUIRE- MENT | MODULE | COURSE DURATION(TERMS) | EXAM- INING BODY |
| JIT5 | Digital Sfiills -JITUME | Open | 3months | TfiNP | |
| LIB 6 | Library Information Management Level 6 | fiCSE C- | 6 | 2Years(Including Attachment) | TfiNP |
| LIB 5 | Library Information Services Level 5 | fiCSE D | 4 | 1Years(Including Attachment) | TfiNP |
| ICT 6 | Information Communication & Technology Level 6 | fiCSE C- | 6 | 2Years(Including Attachment) | TfiNP |
| ICT 5 | Information Communication & Technology Level 5 |
fiCSE D | 4 | 2Years(Including Attachment) | TfiNP |
| ICT 4 | Information Communication & Technology Level 4 |
fiCSE | 2 | 6moths(including attachment) | TfiNP |
| CSC 6 | Computer Science Level 6 | fiCSE C- | 6 | 2Years(Including Attachment) | TfiNP |
| DEPARTMENT OF HOSPITALITY | |||||
| CODE | COURSE TITLE | MINIMUM REQUIRE- MENT | MODULE | COURSE DURATION(TERMS) | EXAM- INING BODY |
| CAM 6 | Catering and Accommodation Level 6 | fiCSE C- | 6 | 2Years(Including Attachment) | TfiNP |
| CAP 5 | Catering and Accommodation Level 5 | fiCSE D | 4 | 1Years(Including Attachment) | TfiNP |
| CA0 4 | Accommodation Operations Level 4 | fiCSE | 2 | 6months(including attachment) | TfiNP |
| Accommodation Operations Level 5 | fiCSE D | 4 | 1Years(Including Attachment) | TfiNP | |
| FBPSM 6 |
Food and Beverage Management (Produc- tion & Service) Level 6 | fiCSE C- | 6 | 2Years(Including Attachment) | TfiNP |
| FBPS 5 | Food and Beverage (Production & Ser- vice)Level 5 | fiCSE D | 4 | 1Years(Including Attachment) | TfiNP |
| FBP 4 | Food Production(COOfiERY) Level 4 | fiCSE | 2 | 6months(including attachment) | TfiNP |
| FBP 3 | Food Production(COOfiERY) Level 3 | fiCPE 0R fiCSE |
1 | 3months (including attachment) | TfiNP |
| FBPS 4 | Food and Beverage Production Service Level 4(Modularized) | fiCSE | 2 | 4months(including attachment) | TfiNP |
| BfiG 4 | Bafiing Level 4 | fiCSE | 2 | 6months(including attachment) | TfiNP |
| BfiG 3 | Bafiing Level 3 | fiCPE 0R fiCSE |
1 | 2moths(including attachment) | TfiNP |
| TRM 6 | Tourism Management Level 6 | fiCSE C- | 6 | 2Years(Including Attachment) | TfiNP |
| TRG 5 | Tour and Travel Operations level 5 | fiCSE D | 4 | 1Years(Including Attachment) | TfiNP |
| TTL 4 | Tour Guiding level 5 | fiCSE D | 4 | 1Years(Including Attachment) | TfiNP |
| EVT6 | Barista level 3 | fiCPE | 1 | 2(including attachment) | TfiNP |
| EVT 5 | Bartending level 4 | fiCSE | 2 | 6 (including attachment) | TfiNP |
| Mixiology level 3 | fiCPE | 1 | 2(including attachment) | TfiNP | |
| DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE-RARIEDA CAMPUS | |||||
| CODE | COURSE TITLE | MINIMUM RE- QUIREMENT | MODULE | COURSE DURA- TION(TERMS) | EXAM- INING BODY |
| AGE 6 | General Agriculture & Extension Level 6 | fiCSE C- | 6 | 2Years(Including Attachment) | TfiNP |
| AGE 5 | General Agriculture & Extension Level 5 |
fiCSE D | 4 | 1Years(Including Attachment) | TfiNP |
| FIT 6 | Fisheries Technology Level 6 | fiCSE C- | 6 | 2Years(Including Attachment) | TfiNP |
| FIT 5 | Fisheries Technology Level 5 | fiCSE D | 4 | 1Years(Including Attachment) | TfiNP |
| FIT 4 | Fisheries Technology Level 4 | fiCSE | 2 | 6moths | TfiNP |
| ACQ 5 | Aquaculture Level 5 | fiCSE D | 4 | 1Years(Including Attachment) | TfiNP |
| ACQ 4 | Aquaculture Level 4 | fiCSE | 2 | 6moths | TfiNP |
| DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING | |||||
| CODE | COURSE TITLE | MINIMUM RE- QUIREMENT | MODULE | COURSE DURA- TION(TERMS) | EXAM- INING BODY |
| EENG 6 | Electrical Engineering Technology Level 6 | fiCSE C- | 8 | 3Years(Including Attachment) | TfiNP |
| EENG 5 | Electrical Engineering Technology Level 5 |
fiCSE D | 5 | 11/2Years(Including Attachment) | TfiNP |
| ETI 4 | Electrical Installation Level 4 | fiCSE D | 2 | 6months(Including Attachment) | TfiNP |
| ETI 3 | Electrical Installation Level 3 | fiCPE 0R fiCSE | 1 | 2months(Including Attachment) | TfiNP |
| TET 6 | Telecommunication Engineering Technology Level 6 | fiCSE C- | 7 | 2Years(Including Attachment) | TfiNP |
| TET 5 | Telecommunication Engineering Technology Level 5 | fiCSE D | 4 | 1Years(Including Attachment) | TfiNP |
| SPVIT 5 | Solar PV Installation Technology Level 5 |
fiCSE | 4 | 1Years(Including Attachment) | TfiNP |
| SPVIT 4 | Solar PV Installation Technology Level 4( |
fiCSE | 2 | 6months(Including Attachment) | TfiNP |
| SPVIT 3 | Solar PV Installation Technology Level 3 |
fiCPE 0R fiCSE | 1 | 2months(Including Attachment) | TfiNP |
| ELT 5 | Electronics technology Level 5 | fiCSE D | 4 | 1Years(Including Attachment) | TfiNP |
| ELT 4 | Electronics Technology Level 4 | fiCSE | 2 | 6months(Including Attachment) | TfiNP |
| ELT 3 | Electronics Technology Level 3 | fiCPE 0R fiCSE | 1 | 2months(Including Attachment) | TfiNP |
| DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SCIENCES | |||||
| CODE | COURSE TITLE | MINIMUM RE- QUIREMENT | MODULE | COURSE DURA- TION(TERMS) | EXAM- INING BODY |
| MLS 200 | Medical Laboratory Technology Level 6 | fiCSE C(PLAIN) and C(plain) in Maths/Phys- ics,Chemis- try,English and Biology |
3 ½ Years | fiNEC & fiMLTTB |
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| NDT 6 | Nutrition and Dietetics Level 6 | fiCSE C- | 6 | 2 Years | TfiNP |
| NDT 5 | Nutrition and Dietetics Level 5 | fiCSE D | 4 | 1 Year | TfiNP |
| PHM 200 | PHARMACEUTICAL Technology Level 6 | fiCSE C(PLAIN) and C(plain) in Maths/Phys- ics,Chemis- try,English and Biology |
3 ½ Years | fiNEC & PPB |
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| CODE | COURSE TITLE | MINIMUM REQUIRE- MENT |
MODULE | COURSE DURATION(TERMS) | EXAMINING BODY |
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| PJM 6 | Project Management Level 6(Mod- ularized) | KCSE C- | 6 | 2Years(Including At- tachment) | TKNP | |
| PJM 5 | Project Management Level 5(Mod- ularized) | KCSE D | 4 | 1year(Including Attach- ment) | TKNP | |
| HREM 6 | Human Resource Management Level 6 | KCSE C- | 6 | 2Years(Including At- tachment) | TKNP | |
| HREM 5 | Human Resource Management Level 5 | KCSE D | 4 | 1year(Including Attach- ment) | TKNP | |
| BKF 6 | Banking and Finance Level 6 | KCSE C- | 6 | 2Years(Including At- tachment) | TKNP | |
| ACC 6 | Accountancy Level 6 | KCSE C- | 6 | 2Years(Including At- tachment) | TKNP | |
| CSM 6 | SupplyChain Management Level 6 | KCSE C- | 6 | 2Years(Including At- tachment) | TKNP | |
| CSM 5 | Supply Chain Management Level 5 | KCSE D | 4 | 1year(Including Attach- ment) | TKNP | |
| OAN 6 | Office Administration Level 6 | KCSE C- | 6 | 2Years(Including At- tachment) | TKNP | |
| OAN 5 | Office Administration Level 5 | KCSE D | 4 | 1(year Including At- tachment) | TKNP | |
| OAN 4 | Office Administration 4 | KCSE | 2 | 6months(Including Attachment) | TKNP | |
| BSM 6 | Business Management Level 6 | KCSE C- | 6 | 2Years(Including At- tachment) | TKNP | |
| BSM 5 | Business Management Level 5 | KCSE D | 4 | 1year(Including Attach- ment) | TKNP | |
| ATD 5 | Accounting Technician Diploma | KCSE C- | 2 years | KASNEB | ||
| CPA 5 | Certified Public Accountants Part 1, II& III |
KCSE C+ | 2years | KASNEB | ||
| DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL AND AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING | ||||||
| CODE | COURSE TITLE | MINIMUM REQUIRE- MENT | MODULE | COURSE DURATION(TERMS) | EXAMINING BODY | |
| MPLT 6 | Mechanical Plant Technology Level 6 | KCSE C- | 7 | 2Years(Including At- tachment) | TKNP | |
| MPLT 5 | Mechanical Plant Technology Level 5 | KCSE D | 4 | 11/2(year Including Attachment) | TKNP | |
| MVM 4 | Motor Vehicle Mechanics Level 4 | KCSE | 2 | 6months(Including Attachment) | TKNP | |
| MVM 3 | Motor Vehicle Mechanics Level 3 | KCPE OR KCSE | 1 | 2months(Including Attachment | TKNP | |
| IPOM5 | Industrial Plant Operations and Maintenance Level 5 | KCSE D | 4 | 1Years(Including At- tachment) | TKNP | |
| IPOM4 | Industrial Plant Operations and Maintenance Level 4 | KCSE | 2 | 6months(Including Attachment) | TKNP | |
| AUR4 | Auto body Repair Level 4 | KCSE | 2 | 6months(Including Attachment) | TKNP | |
| ETE4 | Engine Technology s Level 4 | KCSE | 2 | 6months(Including Attachment) | TKNP | |
| DSI | Driving School Instructor | KCSE D- & 4 Years Driving Experience |
3Months | NTSA | ||
| DS | Driving School | National ID | 1 Month | NTSA | ||
| WLF 6 | Welding and Fabrication Level 6 | KCSE C- | 6 | 2Years(Including At- tachment) | TKNP | |
| WLF 5 | Welding and Fabrication Level 5 | KCSE D | 4 | 6months(Including Attachment) | TKNP | |
| AUE 6 | Automotive Engineering Technolo- gy Level 6 | KCSE C- | 7 | 21/2Years(Including Attachment) | TKNP | |
| AUE 5 | Automotive Engineering Level 5 | KCSE D | 4 | 11/2(year Including Attachment) | TKNP | |
| CLO4 | Cnc Lathe Operation (Production) Levele 4 | KCSE | 2 | 6months(Including Attachment) | TKNP | |
| CMP4 | Cnc Milling Operation (Production) Levele 4 | KCSE | 2 | 6months(Including Attachment) | TKNP | |
| ASSESSMENT & CERTIFICATION OF PRIOR LEARNING (RPL) | ||
| SKILLS TRADE AREA | MINIMUM REQUIREMENT | ASSESSMENT & CERTIFICATION |
| DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL AND AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING | ||
| Auto body Repair Level 4 | 3 Years in practice | TKNP |
| Engine Mechanics Level 4 | 3 Years in practice | TKNP |
| DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING | ||
| CCTV Technology Level 4 | 3 Years in practice | TKNP |
| Solar PV Installation Level 4 | 3 Years in practice | TKNP |
| Electrical Alarm Security System Level 4 | 3 Years in practice | TKNP |
| Electrical Installation Technology Level 4 |
3 Years in practice | TKNP |
| DEPARTMENT OF FASHION DESIGN AND COSTOMELOGY | ||
| Fashion & Apparel Design Level 4 | 3 Years in practice | TKNP |
| DEPARTMENT OF BUILDING AND CIVIL ENGINEERING | ||
| Masonry Level 4 | 3 Years in practice | TKNP |
| Plumbing Level 4 | 3 Years in practice | TKNP |
| DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE | ||
| Fisheries Technology Level 4 | 3 Years in practice | TfiNP |
| Fisheries Technology Level 3 | 3 Years in practice | TfiNP |
| Aquaculture Level 4 | 3 Years in practice | TfiNP |
| DEPARTMENT OF APPLIED SCIENCES | ||||||||||
| CODE | COURSE TITLE | MINIMUM RE- QUIREMENT | MODULE | COURSE DURA- TION(TERMS) | EXAM- INING BODY | |||||
| FOT 6 | Food Technology Management Level 6 | KCSE C- | 6 | 2Years(Including Attachment) | TKNP | |||||
| FOT 5 | Food Technology Level 5 | KCSE D | 4 | 1Year(Including Attachment) | TKNP | |||||
| SCLT 6 | Science Laboratory Techonology Level 6 | KCSE C- | 6 | 2Years(Including Attachment) | TKNP | |||||
| SCLT 5 | Science Laboratory Techonology Level 5 | KCSE D | 4 | 1Years(Including Attachment) | TKNP | |||||
| ENV 6 | Enviromental Technology Level 6 | KCSE C- | 6 | 6 (including at- tachment | TKNP | |||||
| ENV 5 | Enviromental Technology Level 5 | KCSE D | 4 | 1Years(Including Attachment) | TKNP | |||||
| DEPARTMENT OF LIBERAL STUDIES | ||||||||||
| CODE | COURSE TITLE | MINIMUM RE- QUIREMENT | MODULE | COURSE DURA- TION(TERMS) | EXAM- INING BODY | |||||
| SWK4 | Social Work level 4 | fiCSE | 2 | 6months(Including Attachment) | TKNP | |||||
| SWK5 | Social Work level 5 | fiCSE D | 4 | 1year(Including Attachment) | TKNP | |||||
| SWK6 | Social Work level 6 | fiCSE C- | 6 | 2Years(Including | TKNP | |||||
| DEPARTMENT OF FASHION DESIGN AND COSTOMELOGY | ||||||||||
| CODE | COURSE TITLE | MINIMUM REQUIRE- MENT | MODULE | COURSE DURA- TION(TERMS) | EXAMINING BODY | |||||
| FND 6 | Fashion Design Level 6 | fiCSE C- | 6 | 2Years(Including Attachment) | TKNP | |||||
| FND 5 | Fashion Design Level 5 | fiCSE D | 4 | 1Years(Including Attachment) | TKNP | |||||
| FND 4 | Fashion Design Level 4 | fiCSE | 2 | 6months(Including Attachment) | TKNP | |||||
| FTW 4 | Footwear Level 4 | fiCSE | 2 | 6months(Including Attachment) | TKNP | |||||
| FTW 3 | Footwear Level 3 | fiCSE | 1 | 3months(Including Attachment) | TKNP | |||||
| TAN 6 | Tannery and Leather Technology Level 6 | fiCSE C- | 6 | 2Years(Including Attachment) | TKNP | |||||
| LGP5 | Leather Goods Production Level 5 | fiCSE D | 4 | 1Years(Including Attachment) | TKNP | |||||
| LPC5 | Leather Processing Level 5 | fiCSE D | 4 | 1Years(Including Attachment) | TKNP | |||||
| TST6 | Textile Spinning Technology level6 | fiCSE C- | 6 | 2Years(Including Attachment) | TKNP | |||||
| TSMM5 | Textile Processing Machine Mainte- nance Level 5 | fiCSE D | 4 | 1Years(Including Attachment) | TKNP | |||||
| TSP- M04 | Textile Processing Machine Opera- tion (Dyeing) Level 4 | fiCSE | 2 | 6months(Including Attachment) | TKNP | |||||
| TSPM4 | Textile Processing Machine Opera- tion (Printing) Level 4 | fiCSE | 2 | 6months(Including Attachment) | TKNP | |||||
| TDP3 | Tie and Dye Processing | fiCSE | 2 | 6months(Including Attachment) | TKNP | |||||
| fiT03 | finitting Operations | fiCSE | 2 | 6months(Including Attachment) | TKNP | |||||
| SMM3 | Sewing Machine Maintenance | fiCSE | 2 | 6months(Including Attachment) | TKNP | |||||
| EMM3 | Embroidery Machine Operations | fiCSE | 2 | 6months(Including Attachment) | TKNP | |||||
| FGC3 | Freehand Garment Design, Cutting and Construc- tion | fiCSE | 2 | 6months(Including Attachment) | TKNP | |||||
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