HIMA College of Engineering Technology
HIMA Campus

DAE Programs

Explore our technical departments and academic roadmaps.

DAE Programs

01


DAE Civil Engineering Technology (CET)

Program Code: DAE
Description

The DAE in Civil Technology is a highly practical 3-year post-secondary diploma program dedicated to training students in building construction, land surveying, and infrastructure project execution. Grounded in applied mathematics, structural mechanics, and technical drawing, the curriculum provides a robust foundation in concrete technology, soil mechanics, and public health engineering. Through rigorous fieldwork and material testing labs, students gain hands-on mastery over advanced surveying instruments, quantity estimation, and structural drafting. With a strong contemporary focus on urban development, the program heavily integrates Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software, highway engineering, and modern project costing methodologies. Beyond pure technical skills, the curriculum equips students with essential site management, safety protocol compliance, and labor supervision techniques required to oversee construction zones. Ultimately, this diploma opens diverse career pathways, preparing graduates for vital roles as civil sub-engineers, quantity surveyors, and site supervisors in government departments and private construction firms.


Duration 3 years

02


DAE Electrical Engineering Technology (EET)

Program Code: DAE
Description

The DAE in Electrical Technology is a highly practical 3-year post-secondary diploma program dedicated to training students in electrical power systems, industrial machinery, and automation controls. Grounded in applied physics, circuit theory, and engineering drawing, the curriculum provides a robust technical foundation in power generation, transmission networks, and electrical substations. Through rigorous workshop practice and laboratory testing, students gain hands-on mastery over domestic and industrial wiring, transformer maintenance, and AC/DC motor troubleshooting. With a strong contemporary focus on industrial modernization, the program heavily integrates basic electronics, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), and computerized electrical layout designs. Beyond pure technical skills, the curriculum equips students with essential workshop management, safety protocol compliance, and technical reporting methodologies required to oversee electrical projects. Ultimately, this diploma opens diverse career pathways, preparing graduates for vital roles as electrical sub-engineers, plant supervisors, and maintenance technicians in public utilities and private industrial sectors.


Duration 3 years

03


DAE Computer Information Technology (CIT)

Program Code: DAE
Description

The DAE in Computer Information Technology (CIT) is a highly practical 3-year post-secondary diploma program designed to equip students with essential hands-on skills in software development, network administration, and hardware troubleshooting. Grounded in applied computing principles, the curriculum provides a strong technical foundation in computer programming languages, database management systems, and web development frameworks. Through rigorous lab sessions and projects, students gain direct proficiency in configuring wired and wireless networks, managing server operating systems, and implementing cyber security protocols. With a strong contemporary focus on the rapidly evolving digital landscape, the program heavily integrates modern concepts like cloud computing basics, IT project management, and hardware maintenance. Beyond pure technical expertise, the curriculum fosters analytical problem-solving, technical communication, and workplace ethics required to support corporate IT infrastructures smoothly. Ultimately, this diploma opens diverse career pathways, preparing graduates for vital roles as IT support specialists, network sub-engineers, database administrators, and junior web developers across various commercial and tech sectors.


Duration 3 years

04


DAE Mechanical Engineering Technology (MET)

Program Code: DAE
Description

The DAE in Mechanical Technology is a highly practical 3-year post-secondary diploma program dedicated to training students in machine design, manufacturing processes, and industrial plant operations. Grounded in applied physics, materials science, and fluid mechanics, the curriculum provides a strong technical foundation in metallurgy, tool design, and thermodynamic power systems. Through rigorous workshop practice, students gain hands-on mastery over conventional machine tools, advanced CNC programming, and industrial welding techniques. With a strong contemporary focus on automation and efficiency, the program heavily integrates Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software, hydraulic controls, and modern safety management practices. Beyond pure technical skills, the curriculum equips students with essential plant maintenance, supervisor leadership, and quality control methodologies required to manage workshop environments. Ultimately, this diploma opens diverse career pathways, preparing graduates for vital roles as mechanical sub-engineers, maintenance supervisors, and CAD technicians in automotive and manufacturing industries.


Duration 3 years

05


DAE HVAC-R Technology

Program Code: DAE
Description

The DAE in HVAC&R (Diploma of Associate Engineer in Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration) Technology is a rigorous 3-year post-secondary technical program designed to equip students with hands-on expertise in modern climate control and cooling systems. The curriculum blends foundational engineering principles with intensive practical training, covering industrial refrigeration, central air conditioning plants, ventilation design, and advanced heating mechanisms. Students gain direct field proficiency in reading blueprints, installing complex ductwork, troubleshooting electrical control circuits, and maintaining eco-friendly thermal systems. With a strong focus on modern energy efficiency and smart building automation, the program trains students to work with next-generation refrigerants and sustainability standards. Graduates are highly sought after as specialized technicians, supervisors, and maintenance engineers in commercial industries, high-rise building projects, cold storage facilities, and international technical sectors.


Duration 3 years
© 2026 HIMA College of Engineering Technology | All Rights Reserved