TECHNICAL REPORT

ON
STUDENT INDUSTRIAL WORK EXPERIENCE SCHEME (SIWES)

HELD AT
MUBI GENERAL METAL WORKSHOP, GUSAU ZAMFARA STATE

BY

IBRAHIM ABDULJABBAR
ND/23/MET/000

SUBMITTED TO THE DEPARTMENT

OF ELECTRICAL ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY, SCHOOL OF
ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY, FEDERAL POLYTECHNIC KAURA NAMODA
ZAMFARA STATE

IN PARTIAL FULFILLMENT TO THE REQUIREMENT FOR THE AWARD OF

NATIONAL DIPLOMA IN ELECTRICAL ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING
TECHNOLOGY

DECEMBER, 2024
 DEDICATION
I dedicate this report to Almighty God for making me to start this program safely and end it
safely.
 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
I wish to register my profound gratitude to Allah Almighty for the guidance and grace
throughout my life
I'm grateful to the entire staff of Mubi General Metal Workshop, Gusau Zamfara State for
making my industrial training interesting, educative and worthwhile.
My regards to my amazing parents who financially support my educational pursuit, I say remain
blessed by Allah Almighty and to my beloved siblings I love you all you are the best.
 TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. Introduction
2. Objectives of SIWES
3. Description of the Organization
4. Activities Carried Out
5. Skills Acquired
6. Challenges Faced
7. Solutions to Challenges
8. Impact of SIWES on My Career
9. Conclusion
10. Recommendations
 CHAPTER ONE
1.0 INTRODUCTION
There is a need to actualize what is theoretically learnt in the institution with the reality that
happens in the field/industry, the concept of training as a continuous process at all stages of a
workers active life and at all occupational levels for improved performance, is a key factor in
enhancing free mobility of the labour force. Based on the above, the effective development of
human resources is one of the best waysj of achieving economic growth and development.
Human resource development has been variously defined by many authors; however, in most of
the definition, the emphasis tends to be on manpower planning, training, retraining, productivity
and employee motivation.

Human resources development can also be said to embrace all the diverse processes which aim
at transforming people to enable them contribute more effectively to social and economic
development. A nation’s human resource can thus be improved through purposeful and result-
oriented education and training.

From the general introduction above, the student work experience programme which basically
prepares students for the world of practical work has become an innovative phenomenon in the
process of manpower development and training in Nigeria, Hence, the introduction of the
Students Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES) into the educational system and training.
SIWES has reached wide dimensions in recent times and all industrial and commercial
establishments had made it operational by providing specific skills in the form of experience.
There is hardly any sizeable industrial and commercial establishment that is not involved in the
scheme. The SIWES was introduced in Nigeria by the Industrial Training Fund (ITF) 30 years
ago, but was then limited to students of technical schools. Today, it covers many disciplines and
has become a necessary precondition for the award of diploma and degree certificates in specific
disciplines in most institutions of higher learning in the country. The Students Industrial Work
Experience Scheme (SIWES) is a skill training programed, designed to expose and prepare
students of universities, polytechnics/colleges of technology and colleges of education to real
life work/ situation after graduation.
1.1 Historical Background
The fund in its policy statement No. 1 published in 1973, inserted a clause dealing with the issue
of practical skills among locally trained professionals. Section 15 of the policy statement states
inter-alia, that “Great emphasis will be placed on assisting certain products of post-secondary
school system to adopt or orientate easily to their possible post graduate job environment. The
scheme exposes students to industry based skills necessary for a smooth transition from
classroom to the world of work. It affords student of tertiary institutions the opportunity of
being familiarized to the needed experience in handling machinery and equipment which are not
available in the educational institute.
1.2 Importance of SIWES
SIWES have a lot of importance attached to it which includes;

It helps to improve the quality of skilled manpower of the students.

The scheme provides a forum for industries to evaluate prospective employers and gives
feedback to institutions.

The scheme gives students practical knowledge of course of study.

SIWES programme exposes students to real life situation, thus supplementing the theoretical
lesson.
SIWES programme establish a close collaboration between institutions and industries, a factor
which is essential for preparing people for the workforce.
1.3 Aim and Objectives of SIWES
Specifically, the objectives of students industrial work experience scheme (SIWES) are:
To provide an avenue for students in institution of higher learning to acquire industrial skills and
experience in their course of study.
To provide students opportunity to apply their knowledge in real work (situation thereby
bridging the gap between college work and actual practice).
To expose students to methods and techniques in handling equipment and machinery, that may
not be available in educational institutions.
To prepare students for real working situations after graduation.
 CHAPTER TWO

2.1 DESCRIPTION OF THE ORGANIZATION

 Name and Address: [Name of Metal Works Company, Address]

 History of the Organization:
Mubi General metal work was establish on 17th March, 1996 at Kaura Namoda, later
relocated to Gusau in the year 2021 establish by
 Core Operations:
The company specializes in welding, fabrication of metal gates, tanks, pipes, and repairs
of metal structures.

2.2 ACTIVITIES CARRIED OUT

 Week 1–2: Orientation and familiarization with tools and equipment such as welding
machines, grinders, and cutting torches. Observed safety practices.
 Week 3–5: Assisted in metal cutting and preparation of workpieces for fabrication.
Learned gas and electric welding techniques.
 Week 6–8: Actively participated in the fabrication of gates, railings, and storage tanks.
Practiced grinding and polishing finished products.
 Week 9–12: Carried out basic repairs on damaged metal structures under supervision.
Gained experience in reading technical drawings and measurements.

Chapter 5: Skills Acquired

 Practical skills in welding (arc and gas welding).

 Knowledge of operating metalwork tools like grinders, cutting torches, and drilling
machines.
 Understanding of workplace safety standards (e.g., use of PPE).
 Improved measurement and technical drawing interpretation skills.
 Time management and teamwork abilities.
Chapter 6: Challenges Faced

 Difficulty in handling some tools at the beginning of the training.

 Limited knowledge of advanced welding techniques.
 Occasional scarcity of materials which delayed tasks.

Chapter 7: Solutions to Challenges

 Sought guidance from experienced technicians and supervisors.

 Studied manuals and attended safety briefings to understand the proper use of tools.
 Adapted to material constraints by prioritizing tasks and using alternatives when
necessary.

Chapter 8: Impact of SIWES on My Career

This industrial training has:

 Enhanced my technical competence in metalworking processes.

 Increased my confidence in applying theoretical knowledge practically.
 Helped me understand workplace dynamics and professional behavior.
 Strengthened my interest in pursuing a career in engineering and metal fabrication.

Chapter 9: Conclusion

In conclusion, my SIWES experience at [Name of Metal Works Company] was invaluable. The
practical exposure bridged the gap between classroom learning and real-world applications. I am
confident that the knowledge and skills acquired will greatly contribute to my future endeavors.
Chapter 10: Recommendations

 To the Institution:
Ensure students receive adequate theoretical knowledge of metalwork tools before
SIWES.
 To the Organization:
Invest in modern tools and equipment for improved efficiency.
 To Future Students:
Be proactive in learning and seek clarification when necessary.

Chapter 11: References

 Textbooks, manuals, or websites related to metalworking and safety practices.

 Any other materials referenced during the training.

Chapter 12: Appendices

 Weekly logbook entries.

 Photographs of activities (if allowed).
 Placement letter from the company.
 Any certificates or acknowledgments received.