Cardinal Maurice Otunga Technical and Vocational College (CMOTV)
A public technical and vocational college in Bungoma, Kenya, offering engineering and business courses.
- County
- Bungoma
- Established
- 2018
- Students
- 1,200
- Employment rate
- 75%
The institution
Who they are, how big, and how they rank.
About
Cardinal Maurice Otunga Technical and Vocational College, named after the late Cardinal Maurice Otunga, was established in 2013 as a public TVET institution in Nairobi, Kenya. Its mission is to provide quality, accessible technical and vocational education and training that equips youth with practical skills for employment and entrepreneurship.
The college offers a wide range of diploma and certificate programs in Engineering, Information Communication Technology (ICT), Business Studies, Hospitality and Tourism, and Applied Sciences. As of 2026, the college plays a vital role in Kenya's TVET sector, aligning with the government's agenda to promote technical training and reduce youth unemployment.
It is known for its hands-on training approach and strong industry linkages, contributing significantly to the development of a skilled workforce in Kenya.
The numbers
- Annual fees
- Ksh 40,000 to Ksh 60,000
- Student to staff
- 1:18
- Mode of study
- Full-time
- Scholarships
- Offered
- Mentor institution
- Sigalagala National Polytechnic
Research
The college focuses on competency based training research, with emphasis on electrical & electronics skills for bungoma county economy.
Accredited by
- TVETA
- Ministry of Education
What they teach
Faculties, departments and the programmes on offer.
Intakes
- January
- May
- September
Departments
5 listed- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical & Electronics Engineering
- Automotive Engineering
- Building & Civil Engineering
- Welding & Fabrication
Courses offered
17 listed- Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
- Certificate in Mechanical Engineering
- Artisan in Welding and Fabrication
- Diploma in Electrical Engineering
- Certificate in Electrical Installation
- Artisan in Electrical Wireman
- Diploma in Electrical and Electronics Engineering
- Certificate in Electronics Engineering
- Diploma in Automotive Engineering
- Certificate in Motor Vehicle Mechanics
- Artisan in Motor Vehicle Mechanics
- Diploma in Building Technology
- Certificate in Building Technology
- Diploma in Civil Engineering
- Certificate in Plumbing
- Artisan in Masonry
- Certificate in Welding and Fabrication
Campus and beyond
Where you would be, and who they are connected to.
On campus
- Well-stocked library with digital resource centre for trainees
- Engineering Workshops for mechanical and electrical practical training
- Computer Laboratories with internet access for ICT training
- Sports Facilities including football pitch and athletics grounds
- Student Accommodation with modern equipment for practical training
- Health Center with modern equipment for practical training
Notable alumni
- Graduates working as building professionals across Bungoma County
- Alumni contributing to building industries and enterprises in Bungoma
International partnerships
4 institutions- TVETA (Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority)
- KNEC (Kenya National Examinations Council)
- CDACC (Curriculum Development Assessment and Certification Council)
- Ministry of Education
Further reading
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