Welcome message from The Head of Department (FDCT)
To our brilliant returning students, our esteemed staff, and our newest cohort of talented designers—welcome to the start of what promises to be an inspiring and productive academic year. It is with great enthusiasm that I greet you all as the Head of the Furniture Design & Construction Department. This year begins with a sense of excitement for the creativity, innovation, and craftsmanship that defines our community. Whether you are here to hone your skills at the workbench, master digital fabrication, or develop your unique design voice, you are joining a department dedicated to excellence in both the art and science of furniture.
Our focus for the year ahead is to empower you to explore the dynamic intersection of conceptual design, material mastery, and precise construction techniques. We are committed to providing a collaborative environment that challenges you to think critically, push boundaries, and develop sustainable and human-centered solutions. I encourage each of you to fully immerse yourselves in our studios and workshops, to learn from our incredible faculty, and to draw inspiration from your peers. Let us make this a year of bold ideas, impeccable execution, and significant growth. I am eager to see the exceptional work you will all create.
Introduction Furniture Design & Construction Technology
The Furniture Design and Construction Technology Department is responsible for movable articles that are used to make a room or building suitable for living or working in. We give support to various human activities such as seating, sleeping etc.
AIMS & OBJECTIVES
The Department Aims at training learners to:
- Acquire the requisite knowledge, skills and attitude for the world of work and attitude for further Technical Vocational Education and Training.
- Acquire the techniques for solving problems in Furniture Design and Construction and production industries
- Acquire skills and knowledge in operating machines
- To develop positive attitudes towards application of practical skills in safe use of tools, judicious use of materials and time in the workshop and proper care and maintenance of tools and equipments.
FUNITURE DESIGN
We Train Learners For the 21st Century Job Market
The contemporary Furniture Design & Construction department is no longer a traditional workshop focused solely on manual craftsmanship; it has evolved into a dynamic hub of innovation that prepares learners for the complexities of the modern job market.
Our curriculum is a sophisticated fusion of art, science, and technology, emphasizing human-centered design thinking, sustainable material sourcing, and digital fluency.
The department’s emphasis on iterative prototyping, collaborative projects, and entrepreneurial principles cultivates a resilient and adaptive mindset. This empowers graduates to not only fill existing roles but also to pioneer new ones, driving innovation within established companies or launching their own successful ventures. By blending time-honored techniques with cutting-edge technology and a forward-thinking ethos, these departments are fundamentally crafting the innovators and leaders who will design the future of our lived environment.
Career Opportunities in Furniture Design & Construction
Here Are Some possible career paths For Furniture Design & Construction Technology Students
- Furniture Designer is a creative professional who conceptualizes, designs, and oversees the creation of furniture and related products.
- Workshop Technician: is a highly skilled and essential professional responsible for the safe operation, maintenance, and management of machinery and tools within a design or fabrication workshop.
- Interior Design Assistant is a crucial support professional within an interior design studio, providing essential administrative, creative, and logistical help to lead designers.
- Upholsterer is a highly skilled craftsperson specializing in the art and science of providing furniture, particularly seating, with padding, springs, webbing, and fabric or leather covers.
Challenges in Furniture Design Dept.
The Following Are The Challenges Facing The Department
- The Department Needs A separate Office for the Head of Department.
- Almost 80% of our machine tools in both the old and new machine shops are not functioning.
- The department lack hand tools
- The Vocational Skills Project shed(VSP) gradually turning into a death trap
