Pre-Technical Studies combines what used to be Pre-Technical, Business and Computer Studies. It has four lessons a week in Grade 9, with a suggested 120 lessons in the revised design. It is the only learning area that touches technical drawing, programming and business planning, so it often shows parents a side of their child they had not seen. This page is accurate as of October 2026.
What the Grade 9 Design Covers
| Strand | Sub-strands (suggested lessons) |
|---|---|
| 1.0 Foundations of Pre-Technical Studies | Safety on raised platforms (8); handling hazardous substances (9); self-exploration and career development (6) |
| 2.0 Communication in Pre-Technical Studies | Oblique projection (14); visual programming (15) |
| 3.0 Materials for Production | Wood (8); handling waste materials (8) |
| 4.0 Tools and Production | Holding tools (8); driving tools (8); project (20) |
| 5.0 Entrepreneurship | Financial services (4); government and business (6); business plan (6) |
Source: the revised Grade 9 Pre-Technical Studies design (KICD Grade 9 curriculum designs). An earlier 2024 version listed slightly different sub-strands, such as computer software and hazardous materials. Your child’s school should be using the revised one.
How Pre-Technical Studies Is Assessed in KJSEA
- 912/2 Project: a one-month project done in school in July 2026. For this year’s candidates it is already complete.
- 912/1 written paper: Friday 30 October 2026, 8.30–10.10 a.m. (1 hour 40 minutes).
Revision Tips for Parents
- Sketch everyday objects in oblique projection. A box, a stool or a book. It is a quick, visual skill to practise.
- Talk money. M-Pesa, SACCOs, banks and taxes are all part of financial services and government and business. Real family examples help.
- Safety first. Questions on safety, hazardous substances and tool use are common. Ask your child to explain safe practice for a ladder or a hammer.
- Outline a business plan. Help your child draft a one-page plan for a small idea, such as selling eggs.
Related Guides
See the KJSEA 2026 timetable, how to help your child revise, how KJSEA is graded and subject combinations for senior school. Back to the Grade 9 hub.
Sources
- KICD Grade 9 curriculum designs, junior school designs first published 2024 (strands and suggested lessons as printed).
- KNEC, 2026 KJSEA Timetable and Instructions (ref. KNEC/TD/SE/KJSEA/TT/2026/003).