Arusha Technical College campus building
About the Developer

Salum Abdallah Salum

Ordinary Diploma in Computer Science — Arusha Technical College

I am a diploma student at Arusha Technical College (ATC), one of Tanzania's leading technical institutions. My studies focus on computer science fundamentals including web development, database systems, programming and networking.

This project — the ATC Hostel Management System — was developed as my individual coursework to demonstrate proficiency in HTML, CSS and web design by building a real-world system that solves an actual problem faced by ATC students.

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Full NameSalum Abdallah Salum
Admission No.25050512146
ProgrammeOrdinary Diploma in Computer Science
InstitutionArusha Technical College (ATC)
LocationArusha, Tanzania
Project TitleATC Hostel Management System (ATCHMS)
Year2026
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Technical Skills

Technologies and tools I have studied and applied in this project:

  • HTML5 — structuring web pages semantically
  • CSS3 — styling, layout and responsive design
  • Web design principles (typography, colour theory)
  • Database concepts — MySQL basics
  • Programming logic — Python & C basics
  • Networking fundamentals
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
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Interests & Hobbies

What I enjoy beyond the classroom:

  1. Web development and UI/UX design
  2. Exploring new technologies and tools
  3. Football and team sports
  4. Community volunteering and mentorship
  5. Reading about science and innovation
  6. Problem solving and logical puzzles
About the System

Modernising student accommodation

The Arusha Technical College Hostel Management System (ATCHMS) was designed to replace manual, paper-based hostel registration at ATC with an efficient digital workflow. It connects students, wardens and the dean of students through a unified interface accessible from any device.

By centralising applications, room data and notifications, ATCHMS reduces administrative bottlenecks and ensures every student receives transparent, fair treatment when allocating accommodation.

Our Direction

Mission & Vision

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Our Mission

To provide a transparent, secure and efficient digital platform that simplifies hostel registration, allocation and management for every ATC student.

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Our Vision

To become the benchmark hostel management system across Tanzania's technical institutions, championing fairness, accessibility and student wellbeing.

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Our Values

Integrity, transparency, innovation and student-centred service form the foundation of every interaction within the ATCHMS platform.

Hostel services we manage

ATCHMS coordinates the full lifecycle of student accommodation — from the day a student submits an application to the day they check out at the end of their studies.

Core services (ordered):
  1. Online hostel application and review
  2. Room allocation by programme & academic year
  3. Hostel fee tracking and payment receipts
  4. Maintenance ticketing and resolution
  5. Check-in and check-out management
  6. Reporting and analytics for administrators

Benefits for students

Living on-campus comes with great advantages. ATCHMS makes them easy to access.

Why students love ATC hostels:
  • Walking distance to lecture theatres and workshops
  • 24/7 security and CCTV coverage
  • High-speed Wi-Fi in every block
  • Study rooms, common rooms and laundry
  • Affordable, transparent fees
  • Inclusive community for all programmes
Student interests

Beyond a room — a community

ATCHMS recognises that great accommodation enables great learning. Students gain access to wellbeing initiatives, peer mentorship and clubs run from our hostel common rooms.

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Academic Support

Quiet study lounges and mentor-led group sessions every weekday evening.

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Sports & Recreation

Inter-hostel football, basketball and athletics tournaments throughout the year.

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Student Welfare

Dedicated welfare officers ensure every resident is heard and supported.