Entry Requirements
- Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examination with an aggregate average of at least grade C- (C minus) or its equivalent.
- Such other certificates and other qualifications from recognized institutions as may be approved by kasneb.
- Complete DCNSA level 1
Duration: 6 Months
Delivery Method: Online
Fee Structure
| Full Course Fees | |
|---|---|
| Registration Fee | KES 1,000.00 ($ 10.00) |
| Certification Fee | KES 0.00 ($ 0.00) |
| Administration Fee | KES 5,000.00 ($ 50.00) |
| Internal Exam Fee | KES 16,000.00 ($ 160.00) |
| External Exam Fee | KES 0.00 ($ 0.00) |
| Examining Body Membership Fee * | KES 0.00 ($ 0.00) |
| Tuition Fee | KES 16,000.00 ($ 160.00) |
| Fees Totals | KES 38,000.00 ($ 380.00) |
| * Examining Body Membership Fee may be payable through us or directly to the Examining Body | |
All Fees are payable in lumpusm or in installments, for details see below.
Breakdown per semester,
| Trimester | Total Per Trimester |
|---|---|
| Trimester 1 | KES 19,000.00 ($ 190.00) |
| Trimester 2 | KES 19,000.00 ($ 190.00) |
| Total | KES 38,000.00 ($ 380.00) |
NB: Fees are payable in 3 installments as detailed below:
The trimester fees of KES 19,000.00 ($ 190.00) is payable in 3 installments of KES 6,333.33 ($ 63.33)
Course Requirements
Practical Requirements (where applicable)
For courses that require practicals, a separate fee is chargable (not included in fee structure above) as follows:
- Short courses - KES 5,000
- Certificate courses - KES 7,500
- Diploma courses - KES 10,000
Course Units/Overview
- Paper No. 5-Computer Networks
- Paper No. 6-Network Operating Systems
- Paper No. 7-Windows Server Roles and Features
- Paper No. 8-Networking Security
| Unit ID | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| PAPERNO.5DCNSA-LEVEL2 | Computer Networks |
| PAPERNO.6DCNSA-LEVEL2 | Network Operating Systems |
| PAPERNO.7DCNSA-LEVEL2 | Window Server Roles And Features |
| PAPERNO.8DCNSA-LEVEL2 | Networking Security |
Course Description
Course Overview
Diploma in Computer Networks and Systems Administration (DCNSA) Level 2 is part of KASNEB diploma DCNSA course that consists of 3 levels. DCNSA Level 2 covers four papers. These four papers include:
- Paper No. 5-Computer Networks
- Paper No. 6-Network Operating Systems
- Paper No. 7-Windows Server Roles and Features
- Paper No. 8-Networking Security
Finstock Evarsity College offers a 12month online program with internal exams administered by Finstock Evarsity College. A certificate is issued upon completion of the course. This program aims at preparing you for the DCNSA exams prepared externally by KASNEB. After passing the KASNEB exams you will be able to get a DCNSA certification.
This course imparts knowledge, skills, values and attitudes to :
Design networks.
Configure networks.
Test and secure networks.
Manage non-complex networks.
What is the minimum required grade required to do DCNSA Level 2?
For you to enroll for the course you should show evidence of being a holder of one of the following minimum qualifications:
- Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examination with an aggregate average of at least grade C- (C minus) or its equivalent.
- Such other certificates and other qualifications from recognized institutions as may be approved by kasneb.
- Complete DCNSA level 1
Mode of Delivery
Finstock Evarsity College offers you an online platform to ease your studies. A student is provided with Home and/or office-based media employing a variety of self-instructional electronic and online self-study materials, such as; written self-instructional study modules, self-tests, cloud-based content, videos of lectures mediated technical learning materials e.g., audiovisual and e-learning materials. We also offer an optional online meeting via zoom and google meet when you need clarification as you study. If the student has questions, they may also contact their lecturer on the platform. Therefore, study time as well as duration is flexible and fits into the student’s convenience.
Career opportunities
This course enables one to become
- Technician in System development
- Technician in System programming
- Network administrator
- ICT consultant and practitioner.
Reasons why you should study this course
Gain knowledge on applying computing skills, identifying key features of a computer network and designing a network.
Learn how to install an appropriate network operating system and configuring network operating system.
Learn how to connect and configure networks.
Gain knowledge on deploying network security tools and techniques and testing network vulnerability.
What we offer
Now that you have a better idea of where DCNSA can take you—it’s time to start dreaming big. These careers only represent the baseline of the kind of work you can do.
Are you passionate about technology? Do you feel drawn to making big moves in the technology field? Many employers in the ICT industry prefer to employ technicians in systems development and systems programming and network administrators who possess DCNSA certification.
But it all starts with the DCNSA course. Get your journey started by enrolling at Finstock Evarsity college and learning more.
Things to note
A candidate must pass the lower part before ascending to the next part. Pass DCNSA Level 1 before proceeding to level 2
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Course Instructor(s)
TBA
Examining Body
KASNEB
FAQs
Q1. How many intakes are there?
There are three intakes in a year as follows:
|
Cohort |
Name |
Term Period |
Months |
Registration Window |
|
January Intake |
Trimester 1 |
Jan 1 — Apr 30 |
4 |
Anytime |
|
May Intake |
Trimester 2 |
May 1 — Aug 31 |
4 |
Anytime |
|
September Intake |
Trimester 3 |
Sep 1 — Dec 31 |
4 |
Anytime |
Q2. In how many installments can I pay the fees?
Payments can be done in 3 installments as specified in the fee structure.
Q3. When can I sit for the exams?
- Internal exams are activated for students individually.
- External exams (where applicable) are booked one month after you complete the course.
Refer to the external examining body for more details and requirements before seating for their exams.
Q4: Is this college accredited/approved?
Yes. The college is approved under the ministry of education, through TVETA, and also through National Industrial Training Authority (NITA).
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