Department of Electrical/Electronic Technology

VISION STATEMENT

To be the hub of Electrical, Electronic, Communication and Control Engineering in Nigeria with a view to restructuring and reinvigorating best practices in the field.

MISSION STATEMENT

To produce Electrical Engineering Technologists and Technicians who are equal to the daunting challenges bedeviling the Power, Communications and industrial sectors of the Nigeria Economy, and world at large, and also to promote the relevance and versatility of the profession. To enhance relationships with the academia, research institutes and industries to manage proficient knowledge of engineering principles coupled with a good innovative and practical content needed in the profession.

INTRODUCTION

This career guide is prepared to equip both intending and existing students who are involved in the study of Electrical/Electronic Engineering of the career opportunities prevalent in the profession. Electrical Engineering is the most versatile of all the branches of Engineering as it finds relevance and application in every area of life. It comprises:

• Power Systems and Machines,

• Electronics such as solid state, power electronics, digital electronics etc.

• Communication

• Robotics 

• Computer

• Satellites

• Instrumentation and Control.

• Mechatronics

BRIEF HISTORY OF THE DEPARTMENT

Electrical and Electronic Engineering Department of the Federal Polytechnic Nekede is one of the pioneering departments of the institution with good reputation in teaching both theory and hands-on application of Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technology relevant to the demand of related industries.

This department from onset has been dominated by male students but recorded its first two female students in 1986.

Some pioneer staff of the department include: Engr. O. I. Nwankwo, Engr. J. N. Amadi, Mr. Onwuchekwa, Engr. Nwokorie, Mr. E. E. Opara, Mr. C. Nonyelu, Mr. H. Amadi, Mr. J. Nwachukwu and Mr. R. Ugwuadu.

From 1978 to date, the department has been administered by the following heads of department namely:

• Prof. Nwachukwu

• Engr. D. O. Nwokorie

• Prof. Jerry Mendriski

• Dr. Amako

• Engr. Iroegbu

• Engr. O.I. Nwankwo

• Engr. J. N. Amadi

• Engr. C. A Dimoji

• Engr. R.N. Ogbonna

• Engr. Charles Okoronkwo

• Engr. B. C Agwah

• Engr. (Mrs.) Marvis I. Aririguzo (who happens to be the first female head of department in the entire School of Engineering of the institution)

•  Engr. M. U. Anyaehie

• Engr. U. S. Osondu who is the current head of department (2021).

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES

Electrical and Electronic engineering is a professional engineering discipline that deals with the problems associated with large-scale electrical systems such as power transmission and motor control, whereas electronic engineering deals with the study of small-scale electronic systems including computers and integrated circuits. Electrical and Electronic Engineering is fast becoming the largest engineering discipline with better competitive advantage. As such modern society largely depends on Electrical and Electronic Engineering. Modern domestic and industrial life largely relies on diverse electrical and electronic devices and equipment.

The department is posed to training and production of technologists and technicians capable of meeting the challenges in the Electrical and communication industry. 

The department buttresses encyclopedic knowledge of engineering principles in conjunctions with a high innovative and practical content needed in the profession. As a result, the courses offered in the department are designed to give the educational training and skills needed for comprehending, planning, designing, operating and maintaining the various operations and processes seen in the modern electrical, electronics, communications and control sectors of our industries.

The department in addition to the teaching programmes, encourages research   and development work by the students and academic staff. 

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum requirements for entry to the National Diploma (ND)

Admission into the National Diploma is through the Universal Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) conducted by Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB). Candidates must satisfy both the Polytechnic and Departmental requirements as follows:

1. A minimum of five credit level passes in at most two sittings in senior secondary school certificate (NECO or WAEC) or General certificate of Education (GCE) ordinary level or NTC which must include chemistry, physics, and Mathematics and any two of the following biology, Agricultural Science, Technical Drawing, Further Mathematics, Statistics, Basic Electronics, Metal work, Economics, Geography as well as a credit in English language. The National Technician Certificate (NTC) in electrical trade with credit passes in Mathematics, Physics and ONE other subject. Also a pass in English Language is mandatory.

Minimum requirements for entry to the Higher National Diploma (HND)

The general entry requirements for the HND program include:

1. All the requirements for admission into the ND program.

2. i.    A minimum of lower credit pass (CGPA 2.50 and above) in the ND examination in Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology and minimum of one year cognate work experience, such  candidates must certify (a) above.

2. A CGPA of 2.00 to 2.49 in National Diploma (ND) in Electrical/Electronic Engineering from an accredited Polytechnic or Degree awarding institution plus two-year industrial Training, such candidates must certify (a) above.  

ADMISSION POLICY

On admission into the program, each student is expected to comply with all the Polytechnic regulations as may be determined from time to time by the Polytechnic Academic Board. Each student is also to abide by the rules and regulations of the School/Department.

DURATION OF PROGRAM

National Diploma: The National Diploma program runs for two academic years and one industrial training year.

Higher National Diploma: The Higher National Diploma program runs for two academic years.

DESIGN OF PROGRAM

The program is designed to run on semester basis, under which each academic year consists of two semesters, ideally of a minimum of 16 weeks of lectures and examination. The calendar of events is usually designed/approved by the Polytechnic Academic Board and published by the Registrar.

AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION

Power and Machines: Design and construct electric generators, transformers, electric motors, and other high power equipment. So also, erect, assemble and install all electrical power equipment and systems.

Telecommunications and Electronics: Design and construct radios, televisions, telephones, computers and information and communication technology equipment, complex electronic circuits and microprocessor applications. So also, assemble and maintain telecommunication networks and mobile systems.

Instrumentation and Control: Design and construct instruments, controllers, automobile control systems, instrumentation and measuring system. Analyze and solve hands-on application problems on analytical instrument and control systems such as Programmable Logic Controls (PLC), Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Integrated Control and Safety System, (ICSS) etc.

REGISTRATION

Students shall register every academic year in accordance with the on line system, guided by the specifications from the Office of the Registrar. Only students who have duly completed the registration process are expected to proceed to the Department (for identification and documentation) with photocopies of all credentials, admission/registration documents, including receipts of payment of all prescribed fees.

OVERALL COURSE EXPECTATION FOR ALL ND AND HND STUDENTS

The major course expectation for all ND and HND students in Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technology program at the Polytechnic is that they should:

1. Have studied each subject thoroughly through assigned readings in all required texts and supplementary literature provided in the subject area.

2. Be responsible for the entire course contents, both lecture subject matter and laboratory assignments.

3. Demonstrate attainment and retention of subject knowledge by successful performance on all written and/or practical examination of all courses.

EVALUATION OF STUDENTS IN THE POLYTECHNIC BASED COURSES

Each of the ND and HND courses taught in the Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technology program at the Polytechnic may be evaluated for grading with the use of several of the following criteria:

1. Multiple choice final examination

2. Compulsory Laboratory practical assessment cum reports.

3. Attendance

4. Continuous assessment test

ATTENDANCE POLICY

1. Attendance (75%) is compulsory and absence from Class and/or Laboratories will affect a student’s final grade. Missed laboratory work and/or examination must be completed.

2. Make up laboratory works are most times not obtainable, so students are advised not to miss any laboratory session. Protracted illness (three consecutive days) should be reported to the Head of Department.

COURSE REGISTRATION

Each student shall offer and duly register for courses as stipulated by the Polytechnic depending on his/her performance in same semester of the preceding academic year.

GRADING SYSTEM

The grade obtained by the student in any of the courses he/she offers and is duly registered for, depends on his/her performances in the Continuous assessment test, Laboratory assessment and Final examination.

1. Continuous Assessment test: This shall be 10% for ND and 20% for HND of the total.

2. Laboratory Assessment: This shall be 40% for ND and 20% for HND of the total.

3. Final Examination: This shall be 50% for ND and 60% for HND of the total. Final written examination shall not less than two hours (2hrs) and not more than three hours (3hrs) duration.

CGPA Requirement for Graduation

A minimum CGPA of 2.00 in all units attempted and completed is required for graduation. 

CONDITIONS FOR THE AWARD OF THE DIPLOMA (ND or HND)

The Diploma (ND or HND) will be awarded to candidates who successfully completed the program after passing prescribed course work, examination, diploma project and/or the supervised industrial work experience. Such candidates should have completed a minimum of between 87 - 92 semester credit units depending on the program.

QUALIFICATIONS OBTAINABLE

1. National Diploma (ND) in Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technology. With this qualification, the electrical and electronic engineering technicians gain high proficiency to work with hand tools and precision instruments, read and understand blueprints and engineering handbooks for trouble shooting, repair and maintenance of electrical and electronic systems and equipment. 

2. Higher National Diploma (HND), Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technology. With this qualification, the young technologists gains high proficiency in applying electrical or electronic engineering principles to the design, manufacture, installation, commissioning, operation and maintenance of electrical and/or electronic plants and equipment in their respective areas of specialization. 

SKILLS ACQUIRED

i.    On completion of the National Diploma (ND) programme, the graduate is expected to acquire the following skills:

●    Construction of basic electrical and electronic circuits.

●    Carry out basic electrical installation works.

●    Repair and maintain basic electrical and electronic equipment.

●    Rewind basic electric machines and equipment.

ii.