The University College caters to A/L qualified students and NVQ 4 level qualified professionals. It conducts NVQ level 05 and NVQ level 06 (National Diploma and Higher National Diploma) courses and future students who wish to continue studies can join the University of Vocational Technology (UoVT) at Ratmalana.
The college conducts 08 well demanded courses of Engineering Technology, Management and Natural Science. The college is well equipped with the latest laboratory equipment and apparatus. All the courses are three (03) years and two (02) months.
Aquaculture & Aquatic Resources Management
Aquaculture is defined as the production of aquatic plants and animals for human consumption. Under the pressure of the increasing world population on the one side and the stagnating or even declining fishery landings on the other side, aquaculture is considered the only option to respond to the growing demand for healthy and sustainable seafood. Therefore, aquaculture expanded from an artisanal, extensive mode of production of aquatic organisms to a rapidly evolving bio-industry. Commercial aquaculture is a relatively young, diverse, and dynamic industry with growth figures exceeding any other traditional primary production sector.
The Higher National Diploma in Aquaculture and Aquatic Resources Management is a three and half year program oriented towards the skills required by the industry at middle management levels in Aquaculture and Aquatic Resources Management. This is a constantly actualized program that balances a broad multidisciplinary approach with an in-depth research and field based industry oriented training. It prepares its students for fulfilling leading roles in middle management levels in aquaculture businesses.
Entry qualifications :GCE (A/L) Science (Bio) or Bio system Technology or Art with Credit Pass for Soft Technology (Bio Resource Technology) OR NVQ Level 04 Certificate of Aquaculture Technician.
Building Service Technology
Building services, often referred to as the “lifeblood” of modern structures, are essential systems that ensure a building’s functionality, comfort, and sustainability. These services encompass a wide range of mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), fire safety, security systems, and building automation technologies. In today’s construction industry, building services are no longer an afterthought; they are integral to the design, operation, and sustainability of modern buildings.
Mechanical Systems: Modern buildings require sophisticated HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) systems to maintain indoor air quality, regulate temperature, and provide fresh air circulation. This ensures occupant comfort and productivity in both residential and commercial spaces.
Electrical Systems: Reliable power distribution, lighting, and control systems enable the operation of appliances, computers, machinery, and other essential equipment in a building. Effective electrical design and implementation are crucial for modern facilities to function efficiently.
Plumbing Systems: Efficient water supply, waste management, and drainage are critical for both hygiene and convenience. Plumbing ensures that buildings have safe, clean water and sanitary waste removal systems, making them habitable and compliant with health standards.
Extra Low Voltage (ELV) Systems: ELV systems are vital in modern buildings, especially for communication, security, and automation purposes. These systems include: CCTV (Closed-Circuit Television) for security monitoring, Security systems for intrusion detection, access control, and alarm systems, Building automation for controlling HVAC, lighting, and energy management, contributing to improved efficiency and sustainability, MATV (Master Antenna Television) systems for centralized TV distribution within buildings, PABX (Private Automatic Branch Exchange) for internal and external communication networks, Data network systems, including LANs (Local Area Networks) and Wi-Fi, which are essential for internet connectivity and communication.
Building services are the backbone of modern construction, ensuring that structures are functional, safe, comfortable, energy-efficient, and sustainable. As technology advances and environmental regulations become more stringent, the role of building services is more critical than ever. From creating smart buildings to reducing energy consumption and ensuring occupant well-being, building services are indispensable in shaping the future of the construction industry. Modern construction cannot achieve its goals without the seamless integration of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and advanced building systems.
Therefore, the Higher National Diploma in Building Services Technology is a three-years and two months program (NVQ Level 5 and 6 including one-year training) oriented towards the skills required by the industry at middle management levels and leads students to the degree of Bachelor of Technology (B. Tech) in Building Services Technology.
Entry qualifications: GCE (A/L) Science / Mathematics or Engineering Technology or Art with Credit pass for Hard Technology (Civil Technology, Electrical, Electronic and Information Technology)
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NVQ Level 04 Certificate of Electrician / Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic/ Construction Site Supervisor/ Building Services Technician/ Plumber/ Elevator Technician.
Electrical Technology
The Electrical Technology program is intended to provide students with the opportunity to begin a career in the electrical technology occupation. The courses will provide the students with exposure to residential, commercial, and industrial electrical techniques and practices. This exposure will provide them with versatile job skills to build upon and flex during changing economic conditions.
The curriculum integrates electrical theory and practical application to give students not only the manual skills to wire and install electrical systems and apparatus, but also the mathematical and practical knowledge to support, explain, and troubleshoot a wide variety of electrical projects. Computer programs are integrated into the coursework to allow for the practice of circuit calculations, to create working models that simulate real circuit conditions, and to support classroom lectures and demonstrations. The Higher National Diploma in Electrical Technology is a three and half-year program oriented towards the skills required by the industry at middle management levels.
Entry qualifications: GCE (A/L) Science / Mathematics or Engineering Technology or Art with Credit pass for Hard Technology (Civil Technology, Electrical, Electronic and Information Technology) OR NVQ Level 04 Certificate of Electrician / Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic/ Construction Site Supervisor/ Building Services Technician/ Plumber/ Elevator Technician.
Electronic Technology
This qualification is for persons working or planning to work in the field of Electronic Technology sector. Persons with this qualification should have sound practical and theoretical knowledge and competencies to perform work at supervisory and managerial levels with a career path from middle managers to higher managers in the Electronic Technology sector.
This program will provide theoretical and practical knowledge on the most important aspects of electronics such as Industrial Electronic/Electrical Instrumentation, Communication Systems, Networking, Industrial Automation, Power Control Systems, Microprocessors, PLC and Microcontroller Based Systems, Digital & Analog Broadcasting and Control Systems. The approach is both multi-disciplinary and industry oriented.
Entry qualifications: GCE (A/L) Science / Mathematics or Engineering Technology or Art with Credit pass for Hard Technology (Electrical, Electronic and Information Technology) OR NVQ Level 04 Certificate of Electrician / Industrial Electronic Craftsmen Radio/ TV and Allied Equipment Repairer.
Hospitality Management
The very message is that there is an inordinate demand for people equipped with the right qualification earned to NVQ level 6 with proven practical expertise too to manage these hotels.
Even though tourists enjoy the tourism experience in Sri Lanka, the hotel industry has faced issues with limited human resources (HR) and employees’ lack of motivation to provide professional services. This program of study is designed for those who are successfully completed G.C.E. (A/L) or NVQ level 4 in the hospitality and tourism sector. The practical components of modules will be delivered through field visits, internships, and industry exposure sessions.
The program is grounded in the essential skills needed for hotel management, beginning with English language courses and ICT tailored to the needs of the hospitality industry. Students will also be able to advance their skills in Front Office Operations, House Keeping, Cookery, Food and Beverage Management, Accounting, and business plan. Selected students will receive opportunities to do on-the-job training in star class hotels. The diplomats of this program will be equipped with middle management competencies required to be future leaders of the global hotel and tourism industry.
Entry Qualification: GCE (A/L) science, Art, Commerce or Technology OR NVQ Level 4 Certificate of Cook, Room Attendant, Waiter/Steward, Tour Guiding.
Post-Harvest Technology
The program will provide theoretical knowledge and practical training on the most important aspects of post-harvest technology for agricultural crop harvest and agricultural product process industries. Post-harvest biology, post-harvest pathology, post-harvest physiology, and conventional and novel technologies in the reduction of post-harvest losses in various agricultural crops and product processes, food, and value addition technologies are covered in the given curricula. The approach is both multi-disciplinary and industry oriented.
The National Diploma in Post-harvest Technology is a three and half year competency based training curriculum to achieve the comprehensive knowledge, skill, and attitudes development to mitigate the good quality job market in agriculture and agricultural product process technologies.
Entry qualifications: GCE (A/L) Science (Bio) or Bio system Technology or Art with Credit Pass for Soft Technology (Agro Technology, Food Technology, Bio Resource Technology) OR NVQ Level 04 Certificate of Fruit and Vegetable Processor, Field Assistant (Agriculture).
Quantity Surveying
A quantity surveyor is a person who is responsible for estimating the quantities from the design drawings, and measurement of the quantities in the site during the project implementation, and preparing the current and final payments. A Quantity Surveyor should be with the ability to understand the drawings details, design drawings, and shop drawings, as built. Excellent knowledge of the calculation of the areas and volumes, knowledge of fees of workers, technicians, rules, and the law of the contracts, In addition to the knowledge of related financial issues taxes, banks transactions, insurance, and its implication, and Knowledge of the productivity of the workers and technicians.
The National Diploma in Quantity surveying is a three and half year program (NVQ Level 5 & 6) oriented towards the skills required by the industry at middle management levels and leads students to the degree of Bachelor of Technology (B. Tech) in Quantity surveying. In order to achieve this, the students shall work closely with cost controlling concepts, and how to handle the resources; men, machines, materials, methods, and money in the construction industry.
Entry qualifications: GCE (A/L) Bio Science, Mathematics or Engineering Technology or Art with Credit pass for Hard Technology (Civil Technology) OR NVQ Level 04 Certificate of Assistant Quantity Surveyor/ Draught Person, NVQ Level 4 Construction Site Supervisor.
Travel & Tour Management
With the concept of “Knowledge Economy” percolating into virtually every sector of the economy, an in-depth knowledge of Travel and Tourism, and their management is likely to provide you with an added advantage in the modern competitive career market. The Higher National Diploma in Travel & Tour Management offered by the University College seeks to provide sound theoretical, practical knowledge and comprehensive training in the field. The goal of the Diploma is to provide job oriented theoretical and practical training for the applicants and pave the way to go beyond to a university degree after the completion of the Diploma.
With tourism becoming an essential component in day-to-day lives, there is a rising demand for well competent and skillful youth for travel & tour related professions. The National Diploma course in Travel & Tour Management will take you on to diverse and rewarding careers in government Institutes, non-governmental organizations, travel & tour business, and consultancies, public sector organizations, service industries in the private sector. The modules include lectures, tutorials, practical field visits, and individual and group assignments/tutorials.
Entry Qualification: GCE (A/L) science, Art, Commerce or Technology OR NVQ Level 4 Certificate of Tour Guiding, Cook, Room Attendant, Waiter/ Steward.