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The National Diploma in Water Engineering is based on a semester system. During each semester, a core project / task/ assignment are accomplished. The competence based education is based on core assignments. This starts with an expert example / assignment of the whole task, then modules are undertaken, these have preparatory assignments that prepare the learners for the module and relate the module to the core task. Each module contains sub-modules and each of these sub modules will include a practical assignment that will help the learners to learn how to perform the core task. The modules undertaken during a given semester are aimed at providing:
• applied theory 
• technical and general skills 
• professional attitude 

CORE TASKS FOR FIRST YEAR

(i)  Design of and construct simple water supply and sanitation systems 
(ii) Draw, interpret and recommend plans for approval
(iii) Manage and maintain water and sanitation facilities
(iv) Ensure Safety, Health, Welfare of Workers & community & Security of Workers, works & plants

CORE TASKS FOR SECOND YEAR

(i) Supervise the construction of water and sanitation facilities
(ii) Measure, estimate, cost and tender for/ quantity of materials and works
(iii) Prepare reports, budgets and plans

source * http://www.utcelgon.ac.ug/courses-detail-ndwe.php

Course Entry Requirements

ENTRY REQUIRMENT

A candidate shall be eligible for admission to the National Diploma in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning programme on meeting any of the following minimum qualifications specified as follows:

I. ADVANCED LEVEL ENTRY SCHEME

At least One Principal Pass in either Physics or Mathematics obtained at the same sitting of the Advanced Level Examinations or its equivalent. For purposes of computing entry points, the advanced level subjects shall be classified as follows: Essential – Physics and Mathematics x3
Relevant - Chemistry, Economics, Technical Drawing, Metalwork or Woodwork x2
Desirable – General Paper, any other Technical Subject x 1
Others – Any other subject x 0.5

II. CERTIFICATE ENTRY SCHEME

2.1 At least a National or Advanced Certificate from a recognised Institution in;
(a) block laying and concrete practice,
(b) carpentry and joinery
(c) plumbing
(d) painting and decoration
(e) any other engineering field as will be approved by the Joint Admissions Board of Ministry of education and sports.

GRADUATE ENTRY SCHEME

A Bachelor’s degree in Physical Science disciplines from a recognised institution

Subjects for Admission


Essential Subjects (X3) [?]
Mathematics
Physics

Relevant Subjects (X2) [?]
Desirable Subjects (X1) [?]
Course Cut off Points
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Where Graduates Work

A graduate of National Diploma in Water Engineering can be employed in the following types of Organizations’

1. Central Government Ministries (for example, Ministry of Water and Environment)
2. Local Government Districts (for example, Kamuli District, Fort portal District)
3. Government Corporations (for example; NWSC, NEMA)
4. Contractors (for example; Roko Construction Ltd, Zimwe Construction Ltd)
5. Consultants (e.g. Kyambogo Engineering Services)
6. Non Governmental Organisations (e.g. ADRA, UWASNET)
7. International organizations such as (WHO, UNICEF, WFP)
8. Self Employment or self created job

source * http://www.utcelgon.ac.ug/courses-detail-ndwe.php

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