Technical Drawing

Auto Body Technician · Level 6  ·  6 Chapters

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Careers after Technical Drawing

Technical drawing skills open doors to a wide range of practical and rewarding careers in Kenya’s growing industries. Whether you dream of working on construction sites in Nairobi, designing machinery for KenGen, or creating detailed plans for agribusiness projects in Kericho, mastering technical drawing will make you a valuable asset. These skills help you communicate ideas clearly and accurately, turning concepts into real-world structures and products.

  • In the construction sector, technical drawing is essential for preparing site plans, building designs, and infrastructure layouts used by contractors and county works departments across Kenya.
  • The jua kali industry benefits from skilled draughtsmen who design and fabricate metalworks, tools, and machinery components, enabling self-employment and small business growth.
  • At KenGen and other energy companies, precise technical drawings guide the installation and maintenance of power generation equipment, ensuring safety and efficiency.
  • The matatu industry relies on technical drawings for vehicle modifications and custom bodywork, creating opportunities for artisans and entrepreneurs.
  • In agribusiness, companies like KTDA use technical drawings for designing processing plants and irrigation systems, improving productivity and sustainability.
  • The hospitality sector uses technical drawings in the design and renovation of hotels and resorts, blending creativity with technical precision.

By mastering technical drawing, you position yourself for both employment and entrepreneurship, turning your skills into a stable income and a respected career. Your ability to create accurate, clear drawings will make you indispensable in Kenya’s dynamic workforce—your future starts with the lines you draw today!

Chapters

What Technical Drawing covers: 24 main topics in 6 chapters

1. Use technical drawing tools, equipment and materials

  1. 1.1 Drawing equipment drawing equipment
  2. 1.2 Drawing materials
  3. 1.3 Use and maintenance of drawing equipment

2. Produce plane geometry drawings

  1. 2.1 Types of lines in drawings
  2. 2.2 Construction of angles
  3. 2.3 Bisection of angles
  4. 2.4 Measurement of angles
  5. 2.5 Construction of plane geometric forms
  6. 2.6 Construction of scales

3. Produce orthographic drawings of components

  1. 3.1 Orthographic drawings
  2. 3.2 Dimensioning
  3. 3.3 Sectional views
  4. 3.4 Free hand sketches

4. Produce solid geometry drawings

  1. 4.1 Sketches and drawings of patterns
  2. 4.2 solids drawings
  3. 4.3 Development and interpenetrations of solids
  4. 4.4 Different symbols and abbreviations
  5. 4.5 Auxiliary views and true shapes of truncated solids

5. Produce Isometric drawings

  1. 5.1 Isometric sketches and drawings of components
  2. 5.2 Isometric curves and circles
  3. 5.3 Oblique sketches of components

6. Produce assembly drawings

  1. 6.1 Orthographic views of assembly drawings
  2. 6.2 Sectional views
  3. 6.3 Parts list S/No. Quantity Recommended Ratio (Item: Trainee) A

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