The Telecommunications Department is considered one of the most distinguished specialized departments in the institute, since it is the only department in Kuwait, to graduate technicians in the field of wired and wireless communications, wireless networking, specializations in radio and television broadcasting, as well as the radio and television studio specialization, which are designed with the highest job skills and global standards.  All programs in the department are academically accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET). 

The department, represented by its members, develops its programs and specializations on a regular basis through specialized workshops with experts across government and private sectors.  These workshops cater to the needs of department graduates in various specialties, ensuring their training requirements and skills align with the latest technological and scientific advancements.

The department implements a theoretical and practical training system for its regular programs, as well as customized programs upon request from the job market.  This is achieved through a diverse and distinguished set of continuously updated laboratories, serving various fields in the communications and wireless networking specializations.  It stands as one of the best laboratories in The State of Kuwait and the surrounding region, excelling in both technological and training aspects, such as:

•  The 5G mobile network laboratory.

•  The graduation projects laboratory.                          

•  The fiber optics laboratory.

•  The radio and television transmission laboratory.

•  The wireless networking laboratory.

•  The digital communications laboratory.

•  The microwave laboratory.

•  The fiber networks laboratory.

•  The digital signals laboratory.

•  The semiconductors laboratory.

•  The communications circuits laboratory.

•  The broadcast systems laboratory.

1- Wireless Networking Technology (Academic Accreditation by ABET)

Job Title: Second Telecommunication/Networks Technician

Job Grade at Appointment: General fifth and three bonuses

After the completion of this training program, the trainee will be able to:

•  Deal with and manage wireless networks.

•  Develop wireless networks and propose required solutions.

•  Maintain wireless networks and track its faults.

•  Prepare technical reports on equipment and devices related to wireless networks.

•  Deal skillfully and professionally to ensure the security and safety of wireless networks.

2- Telecommunication Technology (Academic Accreditation by (ABET)

Job Title: Second Wireless Telecommunication/Networks Technician

Job Grade at Appointment: General fifth and three bonuses

After the completion of this training program, the trainee will be able to:

•  Read, monitor and follow-up frequencies for all transmitters and receivers of telecommunications.

•  Deal with overlapping frequencies during reception and transmission.

•  Detect the resulting faults during reception and transmission.

•  Recognize the list of international frequencies.

•  Identify the signals of stations and ensure that they are complied with service documentation and international frequencies.

3- TV and Broadcasting Studio Technology (Academic Accreditation by ABET)

Job Title: Second Telecommunications/Control Technician

Job Grade at Appointment: General fifth and three bonuses

After the completion of this training program, the trainee will be able to:

•  Prepare and equip radio and television studios for the daily broadcasting.

•  Ensure the studio preparation in coordination with the main control room.

•  Monitor the signals level in the studio`s various devices.

•  Track and repair faults as well as periodical maintenance for devices.

4- TV and Broadcasting Transmission Technology (Academic Accreditation by ABET)

Job Title: Second Telecommunications/Transmission Technician

Job Grade at Appointment: General fifth and three bonuses

After the completion of this training program, the trainee will be able to:

•  Operate and inspect TV Radio transmission and reception equipment.

•  Monitor signals during successive broadcasting phases.

•  Identify faults in transmitters and receivers as well as relevant reporting methods.

•  Acquire necessary skills necessary for repairing process and periodic maintenance of broadcasting devices.

5- Fiber Optic Technology (Academic Accreditation by ABET)

Job Title: Second Telecommunication/Fiber Optics Technician

Job Grade at Appointment: General fifth and three bonuses

After the completion of this training program, the trainee will be able to:

•  Read optical fiber cable diagrams.

•  Implement and track fiber optic cable diagrams.

•  Install and operate fiber optic cables.

•  Monitor, maintain and troubleshoot, and repair fiber optic cables.

•  Ensure the security of fiber optic cables.

•  Ensure the application of quality standards for fiber optic networks.

•  Supervise maintenance networks, monitor contract execution, and enforce security and safety regulations.

The graduates of this department can work in various governmental fields represented by ministries, institutions and government authorities, for example, the Ministry of Communications, Transportation, Information, Ministry of Interior and Ministry of Defense. In addition to the private sectors such as oil companies and telecommunication companies, as well as banks.