The college is named after the scientist Lord Kelvin as a statement[citation needed] of its intent to promote engineering and scientific education programmes.
The college was officially opened on Monday 4 November 2013 by Michael Russell, MSP, Cabinet Secretary for Education and Lifelong Learning.
[citation needed] In December 2015 the college signed a partnership agreement with BEST the sector skills body for Building and Engineering Services.
[citation needed] The Board has approved a STEM Manifesto which sets out its ambition for developing this important curricular area.
[citation needed] The college has developed Community Achievement Awards to recognise the learning undertaken by students in community-based settings.
[citation needed] The college has also signed a partnership with the Wheatley Group, expanding its community based learning network.