Motor Vehicle Technician

This certificate programme at Kumasi Technical University's Faculty of Engineering prepares you for work as a motor vehicle technician. It is a practical engineering qualification for SHS leavers from General Science, Technical Studies, or Visual Arts who want to understand how vehicles work and how to keep them running.

What motor vehicle technician programmes actually cover

Programmes of this kind give you a working knowledge of car and light truck systems. You learn how engines, transmissions, brakes, steering, and electrical systems work, and how to find and fix faults. Modern vehicles rely heavily on electronics, so the work includes using diagnostic computers, wiring diagrams, and sensor testing. The emphasis is on hands-on fault finding and repair.

Who can apply and how competitive it is

The Faculty of Engineering at Kumasi Technical University accepts SHS graduates from General Science, Technical Studies, and Visual Arts, so these are the backgrounds you need for this certificate. The university has not published how competitive entry is, and there is no official cut-off aggregate to compare against. To know your chances, contact the admissions office with your WASSCE results.

Where this certificate can take you

Motor vehicle technicians find work in small garages, dealership service departments, and the maintenance fleets of transport companies. The role involves servicing vehicles, replacing worn parts, and diagnosing electrical and mechanical problems before they get bad. Some technicians also move into parts sales, roadside recovery, or vehicle inspection. With experience, many start their own workshops.