Biography
Dr. Richard Kipkemoi Ronoh is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Computer Science at Kibabii University. He holds a PhD in Information Technology from Kibabii University, an MPhil in Technology Education-Electrical & Electronics Technology from Moi University and a Bachelor of Education (Technology Education-Electrical & Electronics Technology) degree from Moi University. Dr. Ronoh has extensive experience in university teaching, research, and academic collaboration, with expertise in electronic circuit design and simulation, microprocessor-based designs, sensors and IoT configuration, instructional design, and technology-enabled learning. He teaches and supervises undergraduate and postgraduate students and has successfully supervised and examined numerous master’s and doctoral theses in Information Technology, Computer Science, Technology Education and related fields. His research interests include wireless technologies, digital learning and innovation, integration of artificial intelligence Education. Dr. Ronoh has published widely in refereed international journals.
Academic Qualification
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B.Ed (Technology Education)
| MOI UNIVERSITY (1989-1992)
MPhil (Technology Education)
| MOI UNIVERSITY (2004-2006)
PhD in Information Technology
| KIBABII UNIVERSITY(2015-2018)
Field of Specialization
Dr. Richard Ronoh is a distinguished scholar and educator specializing in Technology Education, Electrical and Electronics Technology, Communication Systems, Computer Technology, and Information Technology. With a PhD in Information Technology, an MPhil in Technology Education (Electrical & Electronics Technology), and a B.Ed in Technology Education (Electrical & Electronics Technology), he brings a unique blend of technical expertise and pedagogical innovation to his teaching and research.
He has taught extensively in Electrical and Communication Technology and currently lectures in Computer Science, IT, and Electrical and Electronics Technology. His academic and professional journey reflects a strong commitment to bridging the gap between engineering practice and educational methodology, preparing future technologists, engineers, and educators to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital and industrial landscape.
Areas of Specialization
Information Technology & Computer Science – IT systems, and digital innovation.
Electrical and Electronics Technology – Circuits, communication systems, and applied electronics.
Technology Education Pedagogy – Curriculum design, instructional strategies, and educational leadership in technical fields.
Interdisciplinary Integration – Linking engineering, IT, and education for holistic professional development.
Professional Identity
Dr. Ronoh is recognized for his ability to integrate advanced technical knowledge with effective teaching methodologies, fostering innovation in both engineering and education. His specialization positions him as a technologist, educator, and mentor, shaping the next generation of professionals in engineering, IT, and technology education
Membership of Professional Bodies
2014 to date: Association of Computer Society of Kenya-(ACPK)
2014 to date: Institute of Engineering Technologists and Technicians (IET)
2004 to date: International Technology and Engineering Educators Association (ITEEA)
Professional Training and Development
Career Progression
Career Progression
Service in University Committees
Service in University Committees
Leadership and Management Roles
Leadership and Management Roles
Service to the Community
Service to the Community
Service in National, Regional and International Committees
Service in National, Regional and International Committees
Professional Research Interest
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Research Funds Attracted as Collaborating Scientist
Research Funds Attracted as Principal Investigator / Co-PI
Funds Attracted for Community Development
Consultancy
Consulting Services
Publications
Peer-Reviewed Journal Articles
Peer-Reviewed Journal Articles
2025
Ronoh, L.C., Mbugua, S., Ronoh, K. R. (2025). Factors Affecting Implementation of Integrated AI-Blockchain-IoT in Kenyan Seed Sector. International Journal of Scientific Research in Science, Engineering and Technology. Print ISSN-2395-1990 Online ISSN: 2394-4099. doi: https://doi.org/10.32628/IJSRSET2512541
Ronoh, L.C., Mbugua, S., Ronoh, K. R. (2025). Evaluating AI-Blockchain–IoT Capabilities and Effects on Transparency in Kenyan Seed Supply Chain. International Journal of Scientific Research in Science, Engineering and Technology. Print ISSN – 2395-1990 Online ISSN: 2394-4099. doi: https://doi.org/10.32628/IJSRSET2512538
Yegon, E. K., Ronoh, K.R., Etene, Y., (2025). Infrastructure as a Service for Sustainable learning Management Systemin Public Universities in Kenya: A case of Kibabii University. Intranational Journal and Innovation in Social Science. ISSN: 2454-6186.
Mutai, K.J., Etene, Y. Ronoh, K. R. (2025). ICT Strategy Alignment Maturity for Effective IaaS Digital Transformation. International Journal of Scientific Research in Science, Engineering and Technology. Print ISSN-2395-1990, Online ISSN: 2394-4099, DOI: https://doi.org/10.32628/IJSRSET2512503
Mutai, K.J., Ronoh, K. R., Etene, Y. (2025). Information Technology Process Alignment Maturity as a Driver of Software as a Service Digital Transformation. International Journal and Innovation in Applied Science (IJRIAS). ISSN No. 2454-6194|DOI: 10.51584/IJRIAS| Volume X Issue VII July 2025
2024
Kakuko, A. P., Ronoh, K. R, Owoche, P. (2024). Assessing the influence of Product Page Design on Purchasing influence of Products In online Marketplaces
Kirui, K., Mbuguah S. M., Ronoh K. R. (2024). Leveraging P2P Architecture and Semantic Web for Enhanced Resource Discovery International Journal of Scientific Research in Science, Engineering and Technology Print ISSN – 2395-1990, Online ISSN : 2394-4099
Nyamwamu R. W., Ronoh, K.R. Etene, Y. (2024). XR Opportunities in the Competency Based Curriculum in Kenya
Nyamwamu R. W., Ronoh, K.R. Etene, Y. (2024). Exploring Interactive Learning Approaches and Technology Integration in the Kenyan Education System
Mokaya, C., Ronoh, R. (2024)). Assessing the Impact of Emerging Technologies on Teaching and Learning: A Review of Technology-Based Learning Environments.
2023
Andere, A. C., Ronoh, K. R., Otanga, D. A. (2023). Pitfalls Bedeviling Administration and Maintenance of Electronic Records in Kenyan Universities. International Journal of Social Science and Information Technology. Vol.6, issue 1 2023, ISSN: 2412-0294.
2022
Wafula M. P, Anselemo, I P, Ronoh, K. R, Mbugua S. (2022). Impact of Predictive Analytics of Big Data in Supply Chain Management on Decision-Making
Masika,R., Ronoh, K. R., Kati,R. (2022) Classification Algorithm for Career Recommendation System. International Journal of Computer Applications Technology and Research Volume 11–Issue 04, 91-97, 2022, ISSN:-2319–8656 DOI:10.7753/IJCATR1104.1002
2021
Masika,R., Ronoh, K. R., Kati,R. (2021) Extent of usage of collected student data in Career choice in Kenya. IRE Journals | Volume 5 Issue 6 | ISSN: 2456-8880
2020
Mutai, D., Ongeti, K., Kisilu, A. S., Ronoh, K. R. (2020). Influence of level of Trainers’ Competence on Information Communication Technology Towards Integration in Teaching and Learning of Engineering Courses in National Polytechnics in Kenya: International Journal of Multidisciplinary and Current Educational Research (IJMCER), ISSN 2581-7027, Vol. 2(5), page 330-340 (2020).
Mutai, D., Ongeti, K., Kisilu, A. S., Ronoh, K. R. (2020). Influence of level of Trainer’s Perception on Information Communication Technology Integration in Teaching and Learning of Engineering Courses in National Polytechnics in Kenya: Information technology, Education and Society, Vol. 17(1), 66-68
2019
Muyembe, B. A., Obukosia A. B., Ronoh, K. R. (2019). A Choice Dilemma in Selecting an Appropriate Research Design, International Journal of Advanced Research in Computer Engineering & Technology (IJARCET) Volume 8, Issue 8, August 2019, ISSN: 2278 – 1323
2018
Ronoh, K.R., Mbugua, S. & Wabwoba, F., (2018). Factors Influencing the Selection of Mobile Phone among University Students in Kenya. International Journal of Innovative Research and Advanced Studies (IJIRAS) Volume 5 Issue 5 May 2018. ISSN: 2394-4404
Ronoh, K.R., Mbugua, S. & Wabwoba, F., (2018). Innovative Features Driving Mobile Phone Usage by Students in Kenya. International Journal of Modern Trends in Engineering and Research (IJMTER) Volume 05, Issue 1, [January– 2018] ISSN (Online):2349–9745; ISSN (Print):2393-8161
Mutai, W.K., Wanami S., Kanyeki F., Ronoh R. (2018). Potential for Saving Electric Energy Consumption by Lighting Loads at Universities in Kenya through Application of Energy Saving Techniques. International Journal of Modern Trends in Engineering and Research (IJMTER) Volume: 5, Issue: 03, [March– 2018] ISSN (Online):2349–9745 ; ISSN (Print):2393-8161. DOI:10.21884/IJMTER.2018.5095.E06EC
Rotich, P.K., Ronoh, R.K. and Mubichakani, J.M. (2018). Attitude towards Computers among Primary School Teachers in Kenya: A Case of Siongiroi Divison, Bomet County. International Journal of Engineering and Computer Science ISSN:2319-7242, Volume 7 Issue 2 February 2018, Page No. 23596-23605, Index Copernicus Value (2015): 58.10, 76.25 (2016) DOI: 10.18535/ijecs/v7i2.13
Mutai, W.K., Wanami S., Kanyeki F., Ronoh R. (2018).Level of Awareness of Energy Saving Measures of Electricity Users at Universities in Kenya. International Journal of Engineering and Computer Science ISSN:2319-7242, Volume 7 Issue 4 April 2018, Page No. 23875-23882 Index Copernicus Value (2015): 58.10, 76.25 (2016) DOI: 10.18535/ijecs/v7i4.13
Koech, W.K, and Ronoh, R.K. (2018). Levels of Supply Chain Management in the Manufacturing Sector. International Journal of Modern Trends in Engineering and Research (IJMTER). Volume: 5, Issue: 03, [March– 2018] ISSN (Online):2349–9745 ; ISSN (Print):2393-8161, DOI:10.21884/IJMTER.2018.5081.2VJMU
2016
Koech, W; Ronoh K. R., (2016). Benefits of Supply Chain management in the manufacturing Sector. International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR) ISSN (Online): 2319-7064 Index Copernicus Value (2015): 78.96 | Impact Factor (2015): 6.391
Koech, W; Ronoh K. R., (2016). Challenges Faced in the Implementation of Supply Chain Management in the Manufacturing Sector. International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR) ISSN (Online): 2319-7064 Index Copernicus Value (2015): 78.96 | Impact Factor (2015): 6.391
2014
Ronoh, K R, Mutai, W., Koech, W., Kitainge, K (2014). Critical Factors Affecting Enrolment in Kenyan Youth Polytechnics In: The International Journal of Science & Technoledge. (ISSN 2321 – 919X)
Ronoh, K R. (2014). Usage Patterns of Mobile Phones Amongst University Students in Kenya In: International Journal of Science and Research; Online E- Journal, ISSN: 2319-7064 ijsr.net
Koech, W., Ronoh, K R, Mutai, W., Kitainge, K (2014). Components of supply chain Management in the Manufacturing sector In: International Journal of Scientific and Engineering Studies (IJSRES)
2009
W Kiprotich, O Ogeta, C Wosyanju and R K Ronoh (2009). Electrical Safety challenges in the Kenyan Informal Sector: A Case Study of Eldoret Jua Kali In: Journal of Agriculture, Pure and Applied Science and Technology (JAPAST) vol.4 pp.27-31, (2009), Moi University press.
Other Publications
Books
Books
2022
Analogue Electronics: Theory and Practice (2022) Kibabii University Press. ISBN 978-9966-59-060-2 by Dr. Ronoh, K.R, Dr. Mutai, W.K, Prof. Mbuguah, S.
2020
Digital Electronics (2020) Kibabii University Press. ISBN by Dr. Mbuguah, S., Dr. Ronoh, R. K. & Prof. Wabwoba, F.
Book Chapters
Book Chapters
Conference
Conference
2024
22nd -24th May 2024: Participated in Quality Assurance & Competence Based Curriculum (CBC) Training by Kenya Universities Quality Assurance Network (KuQAn)
15th -16th 2024: Participated in Stakeholders’ Engagement and Validation Workshop for Reviewed Teacher Education Programmes, University of Eldoret, Kenya.
2023
5th May, 2023: Postgraduate Students’ Supervision Workshop in Kibabii University
2018
23rd -24th October, 2018: Participated in the Educational Workshop in Kibabii University: Enhancing learning Outcomes through the Application of 21st Century pedagogies in the provision of University Education and Embracing the New Competence Based Curriculum.
2014
Jan 23-24, 2014: Participated in the University Multiplication training Workshop on Curriculum Development and Review for Public Universities in Kenya: Implementation and Accreditation, held at MCU, MMUST, in Kakamega, Kenya.
2008
July 29th –August 1st 2008: Presented a paper on Challenges Facing youth polytechnics in Kenya at Moi University 4th Annual International conference on Resource Utilization for Sustainable Growth and Development in the 21st
October 26th and 27th 2008: Participated in a Curriculum Development Workshop Organized by Marist International College, Constituent College of the Catholic University of Eastern Africa.
Learning Modules
Innovations, Prototypes & Commercialization
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