A structured approach to TVET equipment planning
I developed TEPS as a digital planning and decision-support tool for my TVET consulting work. It helps organize the process from identifying training and facility requirements to preparing equipment plans and procurement documentation.
How TEPS supports the planning process
- Identify requirements: Review curricula or National Occupational Standards (NOS), training outcomes, existing equipment, and facility conditions.
- Plan workshops and equipment: Prepare equipment lists and packages, workshop layouts, and power and utility requirements.
- Develop specifications and costs: Prepare technical specifications, supplier comparisons, cost estimates, and Bills of Quantities (BoQs).
- Organize procurement information: Structure RFQs, quotations, and comparison records to support procurement preparation.
TEPS has supported planning for CNC machining, CAD/CAM, conventional machining, welding, and mechatronics training facilities. The system helps structure the analysis and documentation; project decisions and procurement remain with the responsible teams.
