Thornton Campus is situated in the heart of Thornton on the corner on Poplar and Cedar avenue. Prior to being a College, it was a high school. Thornton High School was in existence, from 1964 until end of 1991. In 1992 the building was given to the former Western Province College. They then started teaching Civil and Mechanical Engineering and also build the necessary workshops for the training of skill in Civil and Mechanical Engineering.

The campus comprises of a main building and several accredited training facilities as well as a residence for students. We are proud that students from all over Africa study on-campus, creating a multicultural atmosphere. Our campus is well equipped with first rate facilities and is an innovative learning hub providing students with access to student support, workshops, tutorial rooms, study areas and excellent learning facilities. In addition to excellent study facilities, we provide an environment that facilitates the creation of lifelong friendships.

We would like to see ourselves as the home of mechanical and civil engineering serving the community, the industry, the country and Africa and inspiring hope.

Thornton Ccampus has exceptional teaching facilities. The main building houses 30 tutorial rooms, all equipped with a Smartboard and Internet access. We also have two well equipped computer laboratories.

Our state-of-the-art training facilities make use of the latest technology and industry standards to support modern, world-class teaching and learning and cutting-edge processes. The campus has 5 well equipped training academies.

• The hand-skills academy
• Machining Academy
• Welding Academy
• Fitting Academy
• Plumbing Academy

Thornton Residence opened its doors in September 1997. The Residence operates on a Trimester basis, and accommodates 120 Engineering students -  male and female – from N1 to N6. There are two students to a room. There is 24-Hour security. The building consists of three floors. There are gym facilities on the landings of the first and second floors. There are laundry facilities.

The grounds are extensive. Students can enjoy the large swimming pool, tennis / netball courts and fields for playing football and rugby. There is also a Futsal Court. When students take a break from their studies, they can play pool in the dining hall. There is a piano and DSTV. The kitchen staff provide wholesome meals, the cost of which is inclusive in the accommodation fee. There is a member of the academic staff on duty 24/7. A House Committee is elected every trimester.

The Thornton Residence provides a safe and cheerful student experience in a “home away from home” atmosphere.

The campus manager, Mr Frikkie O'Connell, is competently assisted in meeting the executive requirements of the various campus management areas by a team of senior educators and administrators.