TABLE OF CONTENTS

CONTENTS PAGE

TITLE PAGE i

CERTIFICATION ii

DEDICATION iii

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS iv

ABSTRACT v

TABLE OF CONTENTS  vii

LIST OF FIGURES  viii

1.

INTRODUCTION 1.1

Historical Background of SIWES  11.2

Objectives of SIWES  21.3

Functions of SIWES Unit  21.4

Roles of the Students  21.5

Importance of SIWES as related to Engineering  3
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INTRODUCTION
Students Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES) is a skills training programmer designed to expose
and prepare penultimate students of the university and other tertiary institutions for industrial
situations they are likely to encounter after graduation. It is also a planned programmer based on stated
and precise career objectives which are geared towards developing occupational competencies.

1.1 HISTORICAL BACKGROUND OF SIWES

The Federal government of Nigeria under the regime of the past military president General Yakubu
Gowon initiated a programmer by promulgating decree No. 47 of 8thOctober 1971 and amended in
1990 which highlighted the capacity building of human resources in the industry, commerce, and
government through training of workers to effectively provide the needed high-quality goods and
services in a dynamic economy. However, this decree led to the establishment of the Industrial Training
Fund (ITF) in1973/1974. Over the years, the ITF has not only raised training consciousness in the
economy but also helped in generating a corps of skilled indigenous manpower which has been manning
and managing various sectors of the national economy. As part of responsibilities, the ITF provides
Direct training, Vocational, and Apprentice training, Research and Consultancy Services, Reimbursement
of up to 50% of the Training contribution paid by employers of labor registered with it. Also, the lack of
adequate practical know-how and Industrial experiences among graduates and undergraduates of
various institutions of learning was a great concern that led to the formation of the Students Work
Industrial Experience Scheme (SIWES) by ITF.SIWES is an integral and indispensable part of certain
degree programs in tertiary institutions in Nigeria. As a result, the programmer bridges the gap between
theoretical and practical works; thus, exposing students to industrial-based skills necessary for a smooth
transition from classroom to real-world work ethics and practices.

1.2 OBJECTIVES OF SIWES

The followings are some objectives of the Student Industrial Work Experience Scheme:

1. To provide an avenue for students in higher institutions of learning to acquire industrial skills and
experiences in their approved courses of study.

2. To expose students to work methods and techniques in handling the equipment and machinery not
available in their institution.

3. To provide an opportunity for students to apply their classroom knowledge in real-world situations
hence, bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical experience.

4. To enlist and strengthen employer s’ involvement in the education/academic sector and prepare
students for employment opportunities.

5. To facilitate students’ corporate organization interrelationship and good work habits for future job
placement.
1.3 FUNCTIONS OF SIWES UNIT
By the directive of the National Universities Commission (NUC) and Industrial Training Fund (ITF), the
unit is mandated to carry out the following functions:

1. Seeking industrial placement or undergraduate students enrolled in disciplines scheduled for

participation in SIWES.

2. Supervision of the students placed in the industries located within the ITF zone.

3. Processing of students’ logbooks, ITF forms, and industrial attachment reports upon which is based on
the Federal Government funding of supervision and students’ allowance.

4. Fostering of close links between the university and industries participating in the SIWES programme.

5. Facilitation of the disbursement of the students’ allowance to deserving students through E-payment.

1.4 ROLES OF THE STUDENTS

The purpose of the Student Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES) is for the benefit of the
students. However, students have the following roles to play:

1. To attend an institution whose curriculum has SIWES oriented programmer.

2. To comply and adhere strictly to their placement rules and regulations.

3. To keep daily records of training in the logbook.

4. To maintain good work etiquette and network when necessary.

1.5 IMPORTANCE OF SIWES AS RELATED TO ENGINEERING

1. It exposes students to work methods and techniques in handling equipment and machinery that may
not be available in their institutions.

2. It provides an avenue for students in institutions of higher learning to acquire industrial skills and
experience during their courses of study.

3. It offers hands-on experiences working with cadres of Engineers.

4. It is an avenue to experience what it’s like to work in a professional organization.

5. It provides students with the opportunities to apply their educational knowledge in real work
situations, thereby bridging the gap between theory and practice