Building & Construction

Building & Construction
12 Months

Duration

Certificate

Level

0/50

Enrolled

Full-time

Mode

Course Overview

The Building & Construction course at Northern Uganda Youth Development Center is designed to prepare learners for hands-on roles in the construction industry. The program provides foundational and intermediate skills in bricklaying, carpentry basics, concrete mixing, site surveying, scaffolding, and structural work. Learners also gain exposure to workplace safety, construction tools, cost estimation, and modern building materials.
Through practical workshop sessions and supervised field projects, trainees develop the competence required to participate in real-world construction sites, support local building projects, and contribute to sustainable infrastructure development in their communities.

Prerequisites

  • Ability to read and write

    Basic numeracy

    Commitment to physical, hands-on training

    (No prior construction experience required)

  • Course Outline

    Module 1: Introduction to Construction Industry

    • Construction site roles & responsibilities

    • Safety guidelines and PPE

    Module 2: Tools & Equipment

    • Hand tools

    • Power tools

    • Tool maintenance

    Module 3: Bricklaying & Block Work

    • Setting out

    • Mortar preparation

    • Wall construction techniques

    Module 4: Concrete Works

    • Mixing, pouring, curing

    • Reinforcement basics

    Module 5: Site Preparation & Surveying

    • Leveling

    • Simple measurements

    • Layout of foundations

    Module 6: Scaffolding & Structural Works

    • Erection & dismantling

    • Support structures

    Module 7: Finishing Techniques

    • Plastering

    • Flooring basics

    Module 8: Construction Project Practice

    • Field project

    • Assessment & report

    Career Prospects

    Graduates can work as:

    • Mason / Bricklayer

    • Construction Assistant

    • Site Technician (entry-level)

    • Concrete Technician

    • Assistant Surveyor

    • Self-employed builder

    • General construction worker on residential or commercial projects

    Course Instructor

    Eng. Patrick Okello

    Eng. Patrick Okello

    Eng. Okello is a certified civil engineer with over 12 years of experience in building projects across Uganda and South Sudan. He specializes in site supervision, structural works, and youth vocational training. Passionate about hands-on learning, he has trained hundreds of young builders now working in the construction industry.

    Course Fee

    UGX 800,000

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    Enrollment Status
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    50 spots remaining

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    Course Details

    • Category: Engineering
    • Course Code: BCN-101
    • Start Date: Jan 05, 2026
    • Deadline: Feb 27, 2026
    • Intake: January 2026
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