Course image Business Monitoring, Evaluation and Audit
Electronics and Telecommunications Technology

PURPOSE STATEMENT

This module describes the skills, knowledge and right attitudes required to design a monitoring and evaluation system of the business, establish an M&E System of the business and take informed decision or inform decision makers on the required change to improve and/or sustain a business. This module will provide learners with opportunities to explore different business scenarios which can help them to monitor and evaluate their own business or other’s business.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE

Not applicable

LEARNING UNITS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Learning units describe the essential outcomes of a competence.

Performance criteria describe the required performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the learning unit.

Elements of competence

By the end of the module, the trainee will be able to :

Performance criteria

1.    Design M & E system of a business

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Adequate formulation of M&E business goals, outcomes, output, activities to be carried out, , indicators, means of verification and assumptions of the system in accordance with a business plan

Proper selection and design of the M & E tools to measure indicators in accordance with the goals

Accurate definition of the responsibility, data flow and data management as per organizational structure

2.    Apply M&E system

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Proper collection of data according to the evaluation goals using the appropriate techniques

Proper analysis of data using the appropriate tools and interpretation of the results in line with the M & E goals and sector indicators

Appropriate reporting of findings and formulation of recommendations according to data results against baseline using the recommended template

3.    Make informed decision

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Proper analysis and reviewing of recommendations in line with the business goals and identified specific problem

Proper choice of the decision in regard to predetermined criteria and assessment of various generated alternatives

Appropriate designing of an implementation plan of the selected decision in accordance to the business goals

4.    Conduct business audit

 

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Proper Planning for business auditing in line with the business requirements

Proper reviewing of relevant documents and consultation with concerned personnel according to audit plan

Thorough Analysis of business logic to match the established standards

Appropriate reporting of audit findings and recommendations to the management team


Course image FIBER OPTIC NETWORK INSTALLATIONS
Electronics and Telecommunications Technology

This lecture provides a general introduction to fiber-optic  communications (FOC). It mainly allows students acquiring a background  knowledge and overview of FOC, its development and trends in the context  of telecommunication systems.

At the end of the lecture, students should understand the  general concept of fiber-optic communications; its historical background  and its technical competitive advantages with respect to other  communications systems which justified FOC rapid commercial  deployment. Students should understand the main building blocks that  constitute a relatively simple FOC system.

It is expected also that students understand the global aspects of FOC  Networks through understanding of the configuration of the global  submarine fiber optic network. A snapshot on FOC trends shall be  captured. Finally, a overview of the Rwanda National Fiber Optic Backbone should be also gained.


Course image FIBER OPTIC NETWORK INSTALLATION
Electronics and Telecommunications Technology

This module is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the skills, knowledge, and attitudes essential for the effective execution of fiber optic network projects. It begins by emphasizing the importance of a meticulous site survey, guiding participants in the proper selection of fiber optic connectors and cables, and ensuring accurate determination of pipes and fiber cores in alignment with established procedures. Attention is given to the identification and preparation phase, where tools, materials, and equipment are appropriately recognized for their application in the specified tasks. Safety considerations, including the measurement of occupational health and safety risks and the implementation of corresponding safety measures during optical fiber cable termination, are thoroughly addressed. The course further delves into the installation process, covering the laying of optical fiber cables, termination, and connection of terminating devices in accordance with industry standards. Emphasis is placed on accurate testing of optical fibers for continuity and the adept identification and rectification of faults. Ongoing quality checks, following established procedures, are integrated into the curriculum, along with the development of fiber optics topology. The module concludes by guiding participants through the approval process, ensuring that installed cabling aligns with specified requirements, and instructs on the creation of a comprehensive fiber optics network manual for future reference. Throughout, the course aims to instill a holistic understanding of the intricacies involved in planning, implementing, and maintaining fiber optic networks, fostering a commitment to safety, quality assurance, and industry standards compliance.


Course image FIBER OPTIC NETWORK INSTALLATION
Electronics and Telecommunications Technology

This module describes the skills, knowledge and attitude to proper conduction of site
survey according to the work to be done, proper selection of fiber optic and
connectors, proper selection of fiber optic cable, proper determination of pipes and
fiber cores along the hole according to the procedures, appropriate identification of
tools, material and equipment to be use in accordance the work to be done, Proper
supervision of optic fiber buying according to the standards, Measure appropriately
OHS risk and implement safety measure for optical fiber cable termination, Laying
optical fiber in the conduct, Terminating optical fiber, connecting terminating devices,
Test accurately optical fibres for optical continuity, Proper rectification of the fault
according to the fault of technique found, Arrange ongoing checks of the quality  of
installed wiring that are undertaken in accordance with established procedures,
Develop fiber optics topology, Based on final checks that made, approve that installed
cabling conforms to requirements and develop relevant fiber optics network manual


Course image Workplace Environmental Management
Electronics and Telecommunications Technology

At the end of this module students will be able to:

  1. Describe environmental management
  2. Assess environmental impact
  3. Control human projects impact on environment

Course image IOT SYSTEMS
Electronics and Telecommunications Technology

The module is designed to provide students with a solid technical skills to the Internet of Things (IoT).The main objective of this course is to expose the students to the fundamentals of IoT as a paradigm and to help them become familiar with some of the foundational problems in this realm, along with the approaches/methodologies for addressing them.

Module Objectives:

Having successfully completed the module, students will be able to:

  • Understand the concepts and definitions of The Internet of Things (IoT)
  • Understand the IoT Ecosystem
  • Understand the concepts, opportunities and challenges of digital transformation using IoT
  • Understand IoT communication and networking protocols
  • Describe the difference between the levels of the IoT stack and be familiar with the key technologies and protocols employed at each layer of the stack.
  • Explain the Real-time systems and embedded software
  • Understand Smart hardware being used for hands-on project
  • Understand IoT Connectivity Methods and Technologies
  • Build and test a complete, working IoT system involving prototyping, programming and data analysis.
  • Design a simple IoT system comprising sensors, edge devices, wireless network connections and data analytics capabilities.
  • Work with major IoT platforms.
  • Design and prototype IoT solutions using electronics, microcontrollers like Arduino and single board computers such as Raspberry Pi.