A
TECHNICAL REPORT
ON
STUDENTS INDUSTRIAL WORK EXPERIENCE SCHEME (SIWES)
AT
YAH WAHAB ELECTRICAL ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING, AGEGE, LAGOS
PRESENTED BY
FALABI TOHEEB OLAYINKA
EE20190200800
SUBMITTED TO
DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING
TECHNOLOGY, FEDERAL POLYTECHNIC EDE, OSUN STATE
IN PARTIAL FULFILMENT OF THE AWARD OF NATIONAL DIPLOMA(ND)
IN
ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING
DECEMBER 2021
CERTIFICATION
This is to certify that Falabi Toheeb Olayinka with Matriculation Number
EE20190200800 of the Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, School of
Engineering Technology, Federal Polytechnic Ede, Osun State, has successfully
completed his three months Student Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES) at
yah Wahab electrical e, from 23rd August, 2021 to 12th November, 2021
Falabi Toheeb Olayinka
(Student)
Signature/Date
Mr. Babatunde L. A
(SIWES Supervisor)
Signature/Date
Engr. Olagoke Olawale
(Departmental SIWES Coordinator).
Signature/Date
Engr. Tijani M.A.
(Head of Department)
Signature/Date
DEDICATION
This work is dedicated to Almighty Allah for His superior act of love during the
integrated course of my SIWES program, and my parents, Mr. Falabi Taofeek and Mrs.
Falabi Adijat Temilade for their financial support toward my academic pursuit.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
With gratitude, I want to acknowledge the Almighty Allah (most merciful) for His
continuous Mercy, Love, Favour, Faithfulness throughout the period of my SIWES
program. I want to acknowledge the Engineering Department of Yah Wahab Electrical
Electronics Services especially, ENGR. ADEBISI WAHAB for his moral support in the
course of this program. I also acknowledge my senior colleague IBRAHIM and others. I
am grateful for all your support. This report will be incomplete if I failed to acknowledge
my supervisor, MR. BABATUNDE L. A for taking his time to supervise this work. I am
grateful and to all Department of Engineering Yah Wahab electrical electronics, I say
thank you for the opportunity and privileged of meeting you that was well used. Thanks
to you all
DECLARATION
As a result, I declare that this report was prepared by me and that it is a report or
record of my research work conducted under the supervision of SIWES instructors and
submitted to the SIWES coordinator of the Electrical Electronics Engineering
department. This report has not been presented to any institution that I am aware of.
The report is entirely my own work, and I accept full responsibility for any errors of
omission or commission found in it. I also declare that, as required by these rules of
conduct, all material and results that are not original to this work will be fully credited
and referenced.
ABSTRACT
These reports hold a review of Student Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES) at
the Yah Wahab electrical electronics. The nature of this report spans the duration and
findings during the program, including daily activities, majorly broadcasting, and the
equipment used.
TABLE OF CONTENT
Certification
i
Dedication
ii
Declaration
iii
Preface
iv
Acknowledgement
v
CHAPTER ONE
vi
Introduction
vii
History of siwes
viii
Aims and objection of siwes
ix
CHAPTER TWO
Introduction to electrical work carried out by the company
Introduction
Electrical tools used by the company and their uses
Tools commonly used in electrical wiring installation building
Identification of electrical accessories and their uses
Safety precautions in electrical repair and building installation
CHAPTER THREE
Introduction of telecommunication
Installation of socket
Troubleshooting of electrical wiring
Replacement of two gang switch
Reconnection of power distribution cable/cords
Laying of pipes
Fittings and connection of three phase distribution board
CHAPTER FOUR
Summary
Siwes challenges
Recommendation
Conclusion
References
CHAPTER ONE
1.1
INTRODUCTION
The Nigerian federal government developed the student industrial work experience
scheme (SIWES) in 1973. This was created to give the student the necessary
experience to deal with employment in the real world. It exposes tertiary students to
social interaction and job experience in a setting similar to that in which they will likely
find themselves after completing their studies at the university. SIWES' mission is to
promote industrialization in Nigeria by providing a link between teaching, learning,
technology, and work in fields such as engineering, agriculture, and other professional
education programs.
1.2 SIWES MEANING
The student industrial work experience scheme (SIWES) is a skills training program
that is part of the recognized minimum academic standard in all tertiary institutions in
Nigeria for various degree programs. It is the difference between the practical and
theoretical aspects of engineering, science, technology, and other professional
educational programs at Nigerian universities.
1.3 PURPOSE OF SIWES
The purpose of the student industrial work experience program (SIWES) is to provide
every student who has completed a polytechnic or other institution with the opportunity
to apply what they have learned. As a result, every student must meet the criterion as
part of his or her academic quest.
1.4 AIMS AND OBJECTIVE OF SIWES
i. To provide an avenue for students in the polytechnic to acquire industrial skill and
experience in their course of study.
ii. To prepare students for the work situation they are likely to meet after graduation.
iii. To expose students to work methods and techniques in handling equipment and
machinery that may not be available in the polytechnic / Institute.
iv. Provide student an opportunity to apply their bridging the gap between Higher
Education and actual practice.
v. Make transition from the polytechnic to the world of work easier and thus enhance
students contact for later job placement after graduation.
vi. Enlist and strengthen employer’s involvement in the entire educational process of
preparing polytechnic graduates for employment in industry.
CHAPTER TWO
INTRODUCTION TO ELECTRICAL WORK CARRIED OUT BY THE
COMPANY
2.0 INTRODUCTION
Design, installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems and products used in
residential homes, companies, and factories are all examples of electrical work. They
are carried out either within or outside the structure to guarantee that lights, industrial
equipment, and appliances operate safely and reliably. It is also based on the wiring of
homes, businesses, and retail establishments, among other things.
2.1 THE COMPANY'S ELECTRICAL TOOLS AND THEIR
APPLICATIONS
Tools are created to make a task easier and more efficient. Their benefits will be lost if
they are not properly handled, used, and cared for. You must have chosen and used the
appropriate tools, regardless of the type of work to be done, in order to complete your
work quickly, accurately, neatly, and efficiently. It will lower your efficiency and
potentially put people in danger if you don't have the right tools and don't know how to
utilize them.
This section describes the purpose, proper use, and maintenance of the more common
tools you'll come across on the job (electrical installation)
2.2 ELECTRICAL TOOLS USED BY THE COMPANY AND THEIR USES
Pliers
Pliers are available in different types, shape, and sizes. They are also available in both
insulated and un insulated handles. An insulated handle should be used when working
on or near hot wires. It is also used for cutting big and small wires.
screwdriver
A screwdriver comes in various sizes and with several tip shapes. Screwdrivers used by
electricians should have insulated handles. Using a screwdriver for a particular job, the
width of the screwdriver tip should match the width of the screw slot.
Measuring Tools
To measure wire length and other items, the electrician finds considerable use for
measuring tools such as the extension or zigzag rule, push-pull rule and a steel tape as
shown below
Drilling Equipment
Drilling equipment is needed to make holes in building structure passages of conduits
and wires.
Sawing and Cutting Tools
Saws commonly used by electricians include the crosscut, keyhole, and hacksaw.
Soldering Equipment
In doing electric wiring, splices and taps (connections made to wire) should be soldered,
unless you use solderless connectors. Typical equipment available for soldering are
shown below.
Hammers
Hammers are used with chisels and for nailing and fitting. Below are examples of
carpenter's claw hammer, lineman’s hammer, and machinist’s ball-peen hammer.
Bending Spring
A pipe bending spring is a strong, flexible spring that is inserted into (or over) a pipe to
support the walls of the pipe when manually bending.
Tape
Electrical tape (or insulating tape) is a type of pressure-sensitive tape used to insulate
electrical wires and other materials that conduct electricity. It can be made of many
plastics, but vinyl is most popular, as it stretches well and gives an effective and longlasting insulation.
Multimeter
A multimeter is a measuring instrument that can measure multiple electrical
properties. A typical multimeter can measure voltage, resistance, and current, in which
case it is also known as a volt-ohm-milliammeter (VOM), as the unit is equipped with
voltmeter, ammeter, and ohmmeter functionality.
Tester
A test light, test lamp, voltage tester, or mains tester is a piece of electronic test
equipment used to determine the presence of electricity in a piece of equipment under
test. Non-contact test lights can detect voltage on insulated conductors.
Shovel
A shovel is a tool for digging, lifting, and moving bulk materials, such as soil, coal,
gravel, snow, sand, or ore. Most shovels are hand tools consisting of a broad blade
fixed to a medium-length handle. Shovel blades are usually made of sheet steel or hard
plastics and are very strong.
Fish tape
A long strip of stiff metal, frequently kept on a spool, used to guide or draw wires and
cables through a building. A fish tape is a tool used by electricians to route new wiring
through walls and electrical conduit. Made of a narrow band of spring steel, by careful
manipulation, the tape can be guided through confined spaces such as wall cavities.
The goal is to push toward an area where guide string has been dropped inside the
confined space and to pull it through, so the guide string can then be used to pull
through various types of wiring, such as phone wire, network cables or speaker wire.
Fish tape is designed to pull through guide string only. Using it to directly pull the target
wire can damage or warp the fish tape.
2.3 Identification of electrical accessories and their uses
Socket outlet: A device with protected current carrying contacts intended to be mounted in a
fixed position and permanently connected to the fixed wiring of the installation to enable the
connection to it of a flexible cord or cable by means of a plug.
Pipes: An electrical conduit pipes is a tube used to protect and route electrical wiring in
a building or structure. Electrical conduit may be made of metal, plastic, fiber, or fired
clay. Most conduit is rigid, but flexible conduit is used for some purposes. Conduit is
generally installed by electricians at the site of installation of electrical equipment.
Coupler: It is a device used to connect two piping together at their ends for the purpose
transmitting electrical cable.
Bulbs: A device used to convert electricity into light, consisting of a source of
illumination (e.g., an electric filament or one or more LEDs) enclosed within a
transparent or translucent shell, typically having a rounded shape and designed to be
fitted into a socket in a lamp.
Lamp holder: A lamp holder is the device for holding a light bulb or lamp. Most light
fittings or luminaires have a lamp holder. For pendant lights it's important that the lamp
holder is both compatible with the type of bulb you want to use and your preferred lamp
shade.
Cooker unit: A cooker control unit contains both the cooker switch and a cooker
socket, which can act as an isolator. A neon light is useful as it acts as a visual that
identifies if power is being provided to the cooker.
Junction box: An electrical junction box is an enclosure housing electrical connection.
Junction boxes protect the electrical connections from the weather, as well as prevent
people from accidental electric shocks.
2.3 Types of cables and their uses
i 1.5mm is most commonly used for lighting circuitry and switches.
ii 2.5mm is most commonly used for ring mains, plug and socket wiring.
iii 4.0mm is most commonly used for high power ring mains, plug and socket wiring.
iv 6, 10 and 16 mm are most commonly used for high powered small appliances such
as cookers.
2.4 Safety precautions in electrical in electrical installation
* Do not wear loose clothing or ties near electrical equipment.
* Treat all electrical devices as if they are live or energized.
* Disconnect the power source before servicing or repairing electrical equipment.
* Use only tools and equipment with non-conducting handles when working on
electrical devices.
* Never handle electrical equipment when hands, feet, or body are wet or
perspiring, or when standing on a wet floor.
* Do not store highly flammable liquids near electrical equipment.
CHAPTER THREE
3.0 INSTALLATION PF CEILING FAN
A ceiling fan is a mechanical fan that is suspended from the ceiling of a room and
circulates air using hub-mounted revolving paddles.
It revolves much slower than an electric desk fan; it successfully cools people by
introducing slow movement into otherwise stagnant, hot air in a room, producing
evaporative cooling; unlike air conditioning equipment, it never truly cools air, but it uses
significantly less power. A ceiling fan, on the other hand, can be used to lessen the
stratification of warm air in a room by driving it down, affecting both occupants'
sensations and thermostat readings, resulting in improved climate management and
energy efficiency.
3.1 MATERIALS NEEDED FOR INSTALLATION OF CEILING FAN

Hammer

Fan hook

Nails

Down rod

Upper and lower canopy

Screws

Screw driver

Fan head and blade

Plier

Saw blade

Cables
3.2 STEPS TO BE TAKEN WHEN CARRYING OUT THE INSTALLATION OF
CEILING FAN

Nail the fan hook to the center of the ceiling where there is wood I.e., where the
wood is located.

Couple the blade to the fan head in the require direction with screws.

Gently connect the down rod to the fan head with screws.

Screw the lower canopy to cover the capacitor of the fan.

Use wrench to tight the down rod to the two small iron plate and pin it to fan
hook.

Connect the neutral terminal of the power supply to negative terminal of the fan.

Connect the mains terminal of the power supply to the switch and from the switch
to the fan regulator, from the fan regulator to the positive terminal of the fan, as
shown below.
3.3 PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN WHEN CARRYING OUT THE JOB

Isolate the power supply from the source when carrying out the installation or
repair.

Use the specific tools designed for the job.

It must be ensured that the blade must be two meters away from the wall.

It must be ensured that the distance from the fan to the floor must should be at
least 10meters.

Ensure that all electrical protectives equipment is used when installing the ceiling
fan.

Read and understand and instructions.

Ensure all your connections are mechanically firm and sound.
CHAPTER FOUR
4.1 SUMMARY
The goal of the SIWES program is to bridge the gap between the classroom and the
workplace so that students are properly equipped for the challenges that await them
once they complete their education. This training has given me hands-on experience
with genuine electrical installations. It has greatly aided me in bridging the gap between
the classroom and the workplace; this industrial training has given me a better
understanding of the tasks that lay ahead in my chosen profession.
The goal of training is to visualize the numerous tasks that are carried out in the field of
electrical engineering in the workplace, the skills acquired, and the obstacles faced in
terms of innovation and creativity in order to make the world a more comfortable place
for humans.
4.2 SIWES CHALLENGES
1. There were days when only minor activities took place due to extended hours of
transporting items needed on site (shipping imported materials), restricting work
progress on site.
2. My experience with rebar tests was limited due to insufficient equipment in the
quality control area.
3. Because many of the phrases and terminologies used at the office were
unfamiliar to me during my first week, I had difficulty understanding them. It was
difficult for me to follow the procedure because of this.
4. I was unable to visit other ongoing projects, thus no experience with other
operations was gained.
4.3 RECOMMENDATION
Due to the positive response, it is recommended as a course of action that students of
the polytechnic/university who do not participate in the Student Industrial Work
Experience Scheme (S.I.W.E.S) be allowed to participate and involve themselves, as
this will go a long way in enhancing and promoting their welfare, as well as providing
them with excellent opportunities to acquire skills for the future.
Additionally, financial assistance should be made accessible before to the start of the
training to enable students in their mobility.
4.4 CONCLUSION
In conclusion, as a student of Electrical Electronics Engineering, I have been able to
obtain the most relevant and effective practical industrial training and experience in a
duration of three months (3 months) having been exposed to practical on-site situations
and activities. Furthermore, an awareness of the general workplace has been
developed in me and I have acquired important behavior and interpersonal skills with
the opportunity given me to get a feel of work environment and exposure as a student to
the engineer’s responsibilities and ethics. I was opportune to have known how to make
electrical power and installation. Finally, I would like to state that SIWES program is a
very relevant and necessary program for all students that must be taken advantage of
by every student's professional development prior to graduation. The program has been
highly enlightening, beneficial, interesting and successful, the objective of which the
scheme was undergone was however achieved.
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