DURATION OF THE PROGRAMME
The National Diploma in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning is a full time programme with duration of two (2) academic years consisting of two (2) semesters each and two recess terms. Each semester shall consist of seventeen (17) weeks; Fifteen (15) weeks of teaching and continuous assessment, Two (2) weeks of Practical, and pen and Paper examination. Industrial training shall be a core module and will take a period of at least (10) weeks.
AWARDS
- A learner scoring at least 2.00 GPs in all the modules of the programme shall be awarded a National Diploma in Architecture by the National Examinations Board.
- A learner who has scored less than 2.00 GPs in some modules in the first year may proceed to second year but will not be awarded the certificate until he has scored at least 2.00 GPs in all the modules.
- A learner shall be provided with a statement of results by the National Examinations Board indicating the grades obtained in each module irrespective of the grades obtained.
MAXIMUM MODULES PER BLOCK
Each Semester shall contain a maximum of Ten Modules or assessment units including project work.
COURSE BREAKDOWN
| Duration | Semesters | Semester Duration |
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| 2 (Years) | 4 Semesters full time | 17 Weeks Each 15 weeks(Teaching), 2 Weeks (Practical) |
ASSESSMENT
The NDME will be assessed by an authorised National Examinations Board; and the following guidelines shall be considered:
- At the end of each semester a learner should have completed a project or an Expert Assignment.
- The project work shall be assessed out of 100%
- Each module shall be assessed out of 100 marks as follows: (a) Continuous Assessment 40% (b) Final Examination 60%
- Continuous assessment shall consist of: (a) Laboratory or practical work (b) Tests
- Assignments to consist of; (a) Written Questions to be answered from home (b) Reports from attended industrial visits, documentaries, and presentations by professionals
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MINISTRY OF EDUCATION AND SPORTS
Ministry of Education and Sports’ (MoES) strategy for the provision of technical and vocational education. Technical Colleges are the highest level of training of technicians in the country. The Government of Uganda aims at providing technical, scientific and vocational skills for a majority of Ugandans, in line with its emphasis on science and technology for transforming society.
INTRODUCTION
The National Diploma in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning is based on a semester system. During each semester a core project or assignment is accomplished. The competence based education is based on core assignments. This starts with an expert example or assignment of the whole task, then modules are undertaken, these have preparatory assignments that prepare the learner 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 learner 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 NATIONAL DIPLOMA IN REFRIGERATION AND AIR CONDITIONING
- Fabrication, fitting and assembling of components
- Design and production of machine parts
- Installation and operation of refrigeration and Air conditioning systems
- Preparation of reports, budgets and operation plans
- Ensure safety of workers, plants and units.
- Supervision of the production and maintenance of Refrigeration and Air conditioning equipment
MODULE ARRANGEMENT
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PROJECTS FOR NATIONAL DIPLOMA IN REFRIGERATION AND AIR- CONDITIONING
- Year 1 Semester1: Fabrication of simple components (real life) e.g. Fitters vice, Clamps, hacksaw frames, Ewing 111 grinder
- Year 1 Semester 11: Design and Production of Machine Parts e.g. Maize mill
- Year 11 Semester 1: Installation and operation of refrigeration and air conditioning systems e.g. Design and installation of a simple cold room.
- Year 11 Semester 11: Production and Maintenance of refrigeration and air conditioning equipment e.g. refrigerators, air conditioners, automotive vessels.
COURSE JOB DETAILS
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MINISTRY OF EDUCATION AND SPORTS
Ministry of Education and Sports’ (MoES) strategy for the provision of technical and vocational education. Technical Colleges are the highest level of training of technicians in the country. The Government of Uganda aims at providing technical, scientific and vocational skills for a majority of Ugandans, in line with its emphasis on science and technology for transforming society.
ENTRY REQUIREMENT
A candidate shall be eligible for admission to the National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering 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
At least a credit National (or Advanced) Certificate from a recognised Institution in Refrigeration and air Conditioning or any other related Engineering field as approved by the selection committee constituted by the Ministry of Education and Sports.
GRADUATE ENTRY SCHEME
A Bachelor’s degree in Physical Science disciplines from a recognised institution
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MINISTRY OF EDUCATION AND SPORTS
Ministry of Education and Sports’ (MoES) strategy for the provision of technical and vocational education. Technical Colleges are the highest level of training of technicians in the country. The Government of Uganda aims at providing technical, scientific and vocational skills for a majority of Ugandans, in line with its emphasis on science and technology for transforming society.
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE FOR THE NATIONAL DIPLOMA IN REFRIGERATION AND AIR CONDITIONING
This Section describes the main tasks of the graduates of NDRA and where he/she performs them from. A graduate of National Diploma in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning can be employed in the following types of Organisations:
- Manufacturing / processing industries both in the private and public sector.
- Service sectors like railway and military engineering services/ boards, corporations.
- Construction companies, transportation departments, telecommunications, Public Works Department and rural development agencies.
- Power generation, transmission and construction projects.
- Programmers on Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machines.
- Self-employment in manufacturing and service sectors.
- Instructors in Technical institutions
- Agricultural industries like horticulture, veterinary.
- Non-governmental Organisations.
COURSE JOB DETAILS
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MINISTRY OF EDUCATION AND SPORTS
Ministry of Education and Sports’ (MoES) strategy for the provision of technical and vocational education. Technical Colleges are the highest level of training of technicians in the country. The Government of Uganda aims at providing technical, scientific and vocational skills for a majority of Ugandans, in line with its emphasis on science and technology for transforming society.
