We had a lecturer in Daystar University her name is Rebecca Ng'ang'a, who taught us communication strategy class. She would use a similar approact to teach us, instilling life skills into us and speaking life. She would make us write reflections every now and then about our observations in life, and this really impacted my life and work in general. God bless her, and King'ori, this is a much needed conversation. Keep up the good work.
Same experience. My first time studying overseas we had this lecturer by the name Jacinta Joseph who happens to be Rn and communication skills expert. She empowered us with similar skills which has been helpful in my professional career. We need such approaches to simplify learning.
Prof Charles Ondiki is the right person to become Principal Secretary Technical, Vocational Education and Training, He understands what skills training
My advice to everyone reading this, kindly find a skill, sharpen and it will pay you the rest of your life. education, should just give you some lights to maneuver in this world via your skills
The esteemed professor has affirmed something I've always believed: everyone has the potential to be bright; it's simply a matter of cultivating genuine interest in everything you do
One day in early 1990s, I was escorting two Indian visitors who witnessed our boys pluck off two side mirrors on Uhuru Highway. They asked the usual naive questions of why they were doing it, where it would be sold, who would buy it, etc. What has remained in my mind was their question-"why can no design engineer build replicas locally and sell them to curb demand for stolen ones?" I am sure there are numerous Kenyans who can make alot of the hard plastic vehicle parts that the market needs. Listening to this Prof. gives me hope that one of his students may be working on this 30yrs later. Thanks Dr. Kingori for educative content that gets us thinking. Kudos!
Uzuri ya Kingori ni anauliza maswali intriuguing yani we all get to learn something. Not izo basic interview questions like what are your chllenges and whatever.
00:05 Challenges with the education system and unnecessary time in school for engineering 02:58 Students are taught to create jobs, not just to be employed. 08:23 Teaching key areas instead of full time subjects 11:26 Teaching practices shaping self-dependence over employment 16:47 Importance of practical knowledge over textbook learning 18:56 Interest and motivation are key in academic performance 23:44 Early assessment and support crucial for children's career development. 26:16 Controlling people through control and rules 31:11 Over 60,000 trained engineers but only 200 registered as professional engineers 33:36 Proper teamwork and accountability are essential in preventing construction failures. 38:12 Transformers can be made inexpensively in local workshops 40:41 Importance of practical skills and resourcefulness in problem-solving 46:10 Corruption in job negotiations 48:43 Support for innovation and talent development in Kenya is lacking. 54:12 Teaching students to start their own jobs. 56:29 Opportunity in Kenya is abundant 1:02:11 Appreciate what you have and think creatively
A teacher and a mentor.Prof.Ondieki was Director of the Institute of Production & Innovations(IPI) at the then JKUAT,under Prof.Eshiwani in the early 1990s. A really innovator. Spearheaded the Engineering Technicians & Technologists Act which gave birth to KETRAB courtesy of the Technical University of Kenya ( TUK).Nice to see you spread the gospel of our shortcomings. Pretty much what Elon Musk is doing with SpaceX,ashaming NASA and the giant Boeing.
The story of the boy who did well in an engineering class because of everything that was at his disposal in the new set-up, makes me believe that outliers definitely affect people’s progression in life!
Happy to see Eng Ondiek,he took me thro strength of materials ,great lect,never used a book taught from his mind and would welcome any questions in solidmechanis coined from anywhere and solve it.was my legend.
No one like Dr. Kingori...Your Channel is very transformative: if not for your inspiring guests i would not have Started My own RUclips Channel to review laptops; At its becoming as productive as You are. keep bringing this guest we are really learning alot.Thanks Prof Ondieki for the insights
I agree with the Engineer's perspective, particularly from his own experience. To illustrate, I supported my brother through his education in engineering, covering his school fees all the way. He graduated four years ago, yet he constantly blames me for “misguiding” him into what he now sees as the wrong career path. It’s something I never anticipated. Today, he works as a taxi driver, unable to find opportunities in his field. Corruption, nepotism, and favoritism only make matters worse, leaving those from humble backgrounds without a voice. Even devolution, which was meant to help, seems to be worsening the situation.
Quote my lecturer,Dr josphat kagema(karatina university) ,he always integrate his lectures with the normal life for us,making it Soo easy to understand and a life time impactful,thanks Dr kingori,for this platform.
This is a nobleman; he must hold high positions in our government. Thank you, Dr. Kingori, for such an amazing conversation. My perspective on employment has changed for good.
This conversation is so rich.I would love Dr.kingori to bring us more of this.I agree with all of his ideas and solutions for Graduate Engineers of Kenya start when EBK makes certification easier and fighting for the welfare of Engineers.Very motivated💯
Kingori, I am in total agreement with this Engineer Prof. It is very possible for Engineering degree to take 3 years. I did my masters in one year in South Africa, whereas in Kenya it takes 3 years and even more.
Kingori, I really enjoyed listening to this podcast, good choice you made on this one. If we have 100,000 engineers that have graduated and only 3000 are licenced, it makes me wonder why. I am one of those people that believe that regulations can sometimes be punitive instead of encouraging free trade in a nation. I was a student at KU when Eshiwani was our chancellor, its fascinating for me to hear that he trusted the expensive decisions of Egyptions over that of his own people. Is this probably an issue of lack of confidence on our own ability as a people. I wonder if the proffessor can recomment to me one of his students that can repair for me a large electric chicken brooder that has worked only 4 times since I bought it in 2017. I keep making loses on it, but I give it another try before I give up.
Once you get to experience education system in developed country, you will know why ours is majorly a waste of time and resources. People are teaching full credit courses of Engineering in 7weeks and you can do entire graduate course in STEM without sitting for a single exam like we do for every courses. This is a great man!
This is so true-our engineers are more appreciated in neighboring countries than in our own. As a software engineer, I can testify that we have a strong presence in the markets of Burundi and Rwanda, and they really embrace our work
Kisii University's Igweee, Dr Christopher Obiero's class is a no miss, apart from the course content, life changing skills are taught. Thrilling.... Respect to such lecturers 🙏
When I was attending university in America, I was introduced to this woman who was pursuing her PhD even though she had failed in Kenyan schools, she couldn't even qualify for Kenyan universities. I had a similar experience, I didn't perform well in Kenya, but when I got into American universities, I was outperforming most students, even in the subjects I had given up on back home.
@@BM7-j7m its the way they break down the subject and the laid back nature of the lectures. It feels like you're in your home environment, not a torture chamber. I did so well, professors were asking me to help others
Prof taught me mechanics of machines at at Tuk,, Great full to have passed through your hands and the likes of Prof Ogur,Prof ogolla, Dr kipkirui Langat,Dr Onyango
thanks @Dr. King'ori. Very true from Prof. Kenyan Education system is preparing students for failure. Creating value to society with your knowledge and skills is the way to go, but hard lesson to learn. Good job Prof.
@DrKingori, remember back in upcountry we used to make our own transformer to incorporate in our kienyeji music systems under the bed..the transformer, equilizer etc were all home made
There is no way I can repair a machine worth 5 million for less than 800,000...especially if there are no engineers around..who have a clue how it's done.. am one guy who has never stepped in any engineering classes but trust me am one that genius who can fix anything if given time...try me...😊 kudos for this conversation I have learned something I have always underated that's it's in me...an Engineer thou not certified...
Prof is my role model. In my case I scored a C plain but ended up with a PhD in Construction Engineering & Management
that is an inspiring news, i also want to have a construction engineering PhD how did you do it?
Start with building and construction diploma or certificate and build your way up@@sifisosimelane407
Boss that's way too cool man ...
@@sifisosimelane407 Start from where you are. You can start from Diploma/H Dip or bachelors, MSc. then Ph.D.
We had a lecturer in Daystar University her name is Rebecca Ng'ang'a, who taught us communication strategy class. She would use a similar approact to teach us, instilling life skills into us and speaking life. She would make us write reflections every now and then about our observations in life, and this really impacted my life and work in general. God bless her, and King'ori, this is a much needed conversation. Keep up the good work.
She is an amazing gem. Transformative in many areas.
Daystar alumnus here,too, congratulations 🎊 👏
Daystarians doing the most out here
Same experience. My first time studying overseas we had this lecturer by the name Jacinta Joseph who happens to be Rn and communication skills expert. She empowered us with similar skills which has been helpful in my professional career. We need such approaches to simplify learning.
She taught me too... just love her❤
low-key genius...'no one is brighter,its a matter of interest"💯💯
Hii ya leo hits hard juu education gave us a key then the padlocks were changed
😂
😂
Speak for yourself
😂😂😂😢😢😢
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Nimeletwa hapa na shique wa hii style🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤❤
Prof Charles Ondiki is the right person to become Principal Secretary Technical, Vocational Education and Training, He understands what skills training
This guy taught me and I now own a business....kudos prof
Prof. Charles Ondieki taught us solid mechanics back in the days; we all got A's and Bs.
My advice to everyone reading this, kindly find a skill, sharpen and it will pay you the rest of your life. education, should just give you some lights to maneuver in this world via your skills
Thanks so much for the inspiration
True.
The problem in Kenya -THOSE IN POWER HAVE NO IDEAS, THOSE WITH IDEAS HAVE NO POWER.
What can we do
@@Moturisunnyosoroaugustus Those with ideas - must learn how to accumulate power
It obviously in developing countries
In Uganda it's even worse
😁😁😁🤣
The esteemed professor has affirmed something I've always believed: everyone has the potential to be bright; it's simply a matter of cultivating genuine interest in everything you do
People use most of their time thinking of what they can do with what they don't have... this one has Hit 🎯 it hard. Think and grow rich.
One day in early 1990s, I was escorting two Indian visitors who witnessed our boys pluck off two side mirrors on Uhuru Highway. They asked the usual naive questions of why they were doing it, where it would be sold, who would buy it, etc. What has remained in my mind was their question-"why can no design engineer build replicas locally and sell them to curb demand for stolen ones?" I am sure there are numerous Kenyans who can make alot of the hard plastic vehicle parts that the market needs. Listening to this Prof. gives me hope that one of his students may be working on this 30yrs later. Thanks Dr. Kingori for educative content that gets us thinking. Kudos!
The prof. Mentions the problem is not skills but bureaucracies being the biggest ingoing.
Uzuri ya Kingori ni anauliza maswali intriuguing yani we all get to learn something. Not izo basic interview questions like what are your chllenges and whatever.
That was my Solid Mechanics Lecturer. Great man.
00:05 Challenges with the education system and unnecessary time in school for engineering
02:58 Students are taught to create jobs, not just to be employed.
08:23 Teaching key areas instead of full time subjects
11:26 Teaching practices shaping self-dependence over employment
16:47 Importance of practical knowledge over textbook learning
18:56 Interest and motivation are key in academic performance
23:44 Early assessment and support crucial for children's career development.
26:16 Controlling people through control and rules
31:11 Over 60,000 trained engineers but only 200 registered as professional engineers
33:36 Proper teamwork and accountability are essential in preventing construction failures.
38:12 Transformers can be made inexpensively in local workshops
40:41 Importance of practical skills and resourcefulness in problem-solving
46:10 Corruption in job negotiations
48:43 Support for innovation and talent development in Kenya is lacking.
54:12 Teaching students to start their own jobs.
56:29 Opportunity in Kenya is abundant
1:02:11 Appreciate what you have and think creatively
Thank you for the time stamps
@@lexflani You welcome bro
Thanks
So so practical advice.
Government always has no Goodwill to eradicate poverty nor to fully help and serve it's citizens .
Poverty eradication, halafu sasa who will be clapping for them when they come to Githurai?
A teacher and a mentor.Prof.Ondieki was Director of the Institute of Production & Innovations(IPI) at the then JKUAT,under Prof.Eshiwani in the early 1990s. A really innovator. Spearheaded the Engineering Technicians & Technologists Act which gave birth to KETRAB courtesy of the Technical University of Kenya ( TUK).Nice to see you spread the gospel of our shortcomings. Pretty much what Elon Musk is doing with SpaceX,ashaming NASA and the giant Boeing.
This man should given chances in giving mentorship in institutions he really talks facts I like the way he explain well
This Man is full of vibes🔥
His children and grandchildren must really enjoy his company.
We do
Yeah they do
This is a different kind of a professor. I'm convinced it almost comes down to mindset 💯. I'm really challenged. This is Great Dr. Kingori 🎉 cheers
This was my lecturer in 2nd year, sharp mind right there
The story of the boy who did well in an engineering class because of everything that was at his disposal in the new set-up, makes me believe that outliers definitely affect people’s progression in life!
So true the exposure we get while growing plays a big role
same story of going to a village day school etc.
Absolutely agree with him 👏it doesn't make sense to spend so much time and money for the same knowledge that can be acquired in shorter time and cost.
Happy to see Eng Ondiek,he took me thro strength of materials ,great lect,never used a book taught from his mind and would welcome any questions in solidmechanis coined from anywhere and solve it.was my legend.
My Physics teacher back in high school simplified that subject so much for us. My interest grew tenfold on it. I scored a straight A in it.
this man teaches principles or fundamentals when you have such you can think freely and still meet the objective
Prof, God bless him with long life...he taught me Solid Mechanics
Found this insightful as a non-engineer👍
As an Engineer, this is a mind blowing interview.
No one like Dr. Kingori...Your Channel is very transformative: if not for your inspiring guests i would not have Started My own RUclips Channel to review laptops; At its becoming as productive as You are. keep bringing this guest we are really learning alot.Thanks Prof Ondieki for the insights
Ndio difference ya RUclips channel ya Kingori na ya Obina 😂
Share your channel name
@@tommillia7816 kabisaa the difference is like day and night, just look at the Guest we have here
I agree with the Engineer's perspective, particularly from his own experience. To illustrate, I supported my brother through his education in engineering, covering his school fees all the way. He graduated four years ago, yet he constantly blames me for “misguiding” him into what he now sees as the wrong career path. It’s something I never anticipated. Today, he works as a taxi driver, unable to find opportunities in his field. Corruption, nepotism, and favoritism only make matters worse, leaving those from humble backgrounds without a voice. Even devolution, which was meant to help, seems to be worsening the situation.
Sad!Am also a mechanical engineering student.I hope it turns out better 😢
Quote my lecturer,Dr josphat kagema(karatina university) ,he always integrate his lectures with the normal life for us,making it Soo easy to understand and a life time impactful,thanks Dr kingori,for this platform.
This is the type of content we need.keep up bro
I like this part poverty is a choice and we do think of what we can do with what we don't have very deep Ondiek
Prof. Is a huge Pilar of knowledge. Oozing pure wisdom
This is a nobleman; he must hold high positions in our government. Thank you, Dr. Kingori, for such an amazing conversation. My perspective on employment has changed for good.
Prof. Charles Ondieki is a great ginius. He should head innovation in Kenya.
Kings be blessed Kwa kazi unafanya actually am learning alot from your shows ,wish I had a chance to meet you
tuko wengi😊
This conversation is so rich.I would love Dr.kingori to bring us more of this.I agree with all of his ideas and solutions for Graduate Engineers of Kenya start when EBK makes certification easier and fighting for the welfare of Engineers.Very motivated💯
Kingori, I am in total agreement with this Engineer Prof.
It is very possible for Engineering degree to take 3 years. I did my masters in one year in South Africa, whereas in Kenya it takes 3 years and even more.
Kingori, I really enjoyed listening to this podcast, good choice you made on this one.
If we have 100,000 engineers that have graduated and only 3000 are licenced, it makes me wonder why. I am one of those people that believe that regulations can sometimes be punitive instead of encouraging free trade in a nation.
I was a student at KU when Eshiwani was our chancellor, its fascinating for me to hear that he trusted the expensive decisions of Egyptions over that of his own people. Is this probably an issue of lack of confidence on our own ability as a people.
I wonder if the proffessor can recomment to me one of his students that can repair for me a large electric chicken brooder that has worked only 4 times since I bought it in 2017. I keep making loses on it, but I give it another try before I give up.
Once you get to experience education system in developed country, you will know why ours is majorly a waste of time and resources. People are teaching full credit courses of Engineering in 7weeks and you can do entire graduate course in STEM without sitting for a single exam like we do for every courses. This is a great man!
The same people are complaining about their system,why are you exhorting it
@judithokello2857 Complaining doesn't mean they're not way better than us. What's your point?
This is so true-our engineers are more appreciated in neighboring countries than in our own. As a software engineer, I can testify that we have a strong presence in the markets of Burundi and Rwanda, and they really embrace our work
A real professor dropping real wisdom.Good job Dr kingori keep feeding as the info
Kisii University's Igweee, Dr Christopher Obiero's class is a no miss, apart from the course content, life changing skills are taught. Thrilling.... Respect to such lecturers 🙏
When I was attending university in America, I was introduced to this woman who was pursuing her PhD even though she had failed in Kenyan schools, she couldn't even qualify for Kenyan universities. I had a similar experience, I didn't perform well in Kenya, but when I got into American universities, I was outperforming most students, even in the subjects I had given up on back home.
What's the secret? Does it mean Kenyan system is overrated.
It is exactly what this lecturer is saying: they teach practicality
@@BM7-j7m its the way they break down the subject and the laid back nature of the lectures. It feels like you're in your home environment, not a torture chamber. I did so well, professors were asking me to help others
The power of interest
🎉❤ waooh that's why there is no brighter student it needs passion😮
Prof taught me mechanics of machines at at Tuk,, Great full to have passed through your hands and the likes of Prof Ogur,Prof ogolla, Dr kipkirui Langat,Dr Onyango
We met the same crew in Egerton a while back. The late Prof. Ogolla was my mentor.
Yeah, the same crew was indeed at Egerton. Prof. CMM Ondiek hasn't aged at all! Keep up the good work Sir!
Love the show and the direction your setting us in the right direction
Our Kenyan policy is the problem. This information is very insightful.
This is superb, finally! , Thank you so much Prof. Charles Ondieki. You really undestand the African Context and its solutions
Prof taught me solid mechanics, it was awesome. A great trainer
It was planar mechanisms
I very much enjoyed this conversation. Prof is absolutely right on all fronts!
Have learnt alot from the episode...kudos dr king'ori 👍🏽
Engineering team perspective is so true💯
I'm a mini-this-guy...I love making written off things work and they do work. And I'm not even an engineer, I'm just passionate.
Here to learn
And it's amazing
I adore the mode of teaching of .. Lec. Madam sirma.. at Egerton university
Very inspiring and informative from PROF, well done Kingori your channel is what we need as a country.
Ondieki was my lecture in applied mechanics. very good guy and straight forward
Can you bring Prof. Odieki again? We need to learn more from him.
Well spent time listening to this conversation, no regrets
I concur with you.
Opportunities are plenty.
Is a matter of brain.
Not an engineer but, that was insightful, a great man he is.
Poverty is a choice 😊❤.....thanks much professor ondieki
This is a very great session. It has really opened up my mind about Engineering.
Professor is changing lives kudos
Great insight, it is true most people live more in their imaginations that reality.
The Prof is right . Most smokers are women here in Seattle, WA.
It doesn't take a lot of time listening to recognise a great teacher. Someone who was "called to teach"!
Thank you Prof. Ondieki. Brains, brains, brains.
Very insightful and pragmatic engagement!
Education only is not enough in life but also life skills and techniques matters a lot true lecturer
thanks @Dr. King'ori. Very true from Prof. Kenyan Education system is preparing students for failure. Creating value to society with your knowledge and skills is the way to go, but hard lesson to learn. Good job Prof.
Thank you Prof Ondieki, you have shared gems of wisdom and solutions. I salute you!
God bless you kingori...your videos are gem
The caption got me curious on more knowledge and wisdom about life
Very interesting topics, keep making them...alot of them doc 👏👏
Learning so much.... God bless you Dr. King'ori and keep bringing us great people ... Thank you Prof. Ondieki
@DrKingori, remember back in upcountry we used to make our own transformer to incorporate in our kienyeji music systems under the bed..the transformer, equilizer etc were all home made
This is a great man
The conversation is rich in wisdom and insights. Dr. Kingori, thanks for asking all the right questions.
Poverty is a choice and I totally agree with it.
Great wisdom for the Prof.
Smart and beautiful Ondieki.
Hii ni kweli it will open mind to many
Here we go!!Let me get the wisdom.
Great. I admire this.
Mind blown🤯 Amazing insights👏👏
These are the kind of men we need in leadership roles as VCs .Unfortunately in kenya the serial liar keeps on keeping idiots in government
amazing, just amazing.
Prof. Eshwani was a real motivator, keep resting G.
Prof. Ondieki is so hilarious 🤣🤣.
I bought him (Prof. Eshwani) vodka, you know vodka ? 😂😂
Good stuff! Thank you King'ori
This is a great show. Serious but funny.🤣 👍🏾
Your camera Crew have done a GOOD JOB.
I think this is what they mean when they say teaching is a calling
@58.08 nailed it.
Opportunities is [sic] plenty 😂😂😂🎉
There is no way I can repair a machine worth 5 million for less than 800,000...especially if there are no engineers around..who have a clue how it's done.. am one guy who has never stepped in any engineering classes but trust me am one that genius who can fix anything if given time...try me...😊 kudos for this conversation I have learned something I have always underated that's it's in me...an Engineer thou not certified...
Made me love Mechanics as an Electronics Eng.
THAT'S TRUE !!! KARIOBHANGI LIGHT INDUSTRY IS SOMETHING ELSE I WAS SCHOCKED...