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INDUSTRIAL ATTACHEMENT REPORT

BY

NELLY CHEPKOECH

ADM 9706

0722356075

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Attachment Report submitted in partial Fulfilment of the requirement for the award in

CERTIFICATE IN LABORATORY SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY TO OL’LESSOS

TECHNICAL TRAINING INSTITUTE.

DECLARATION
This is my original work that has never been submitted to any institution for award of any kind.

No part of this attachment report should reproduced without my concept or that of the

OL’LESSOS TECHNICAL TRAINING INSTITUTE.

NAME: Nelly chepkoech Signature......................... Date...................

Declaration by Supervisor

This attachment report has been submitted with my approval as an Ollessos technical training

institute supervisor.

Name: Madam Betty Signature________________ Date________________

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
I hereby take this chance to thank the Almighty God for the gift of good health and direction that

He has facilitated me to the success of this project.

My Heartfelt gratitude’s to my family for their support and encouragement, many thanks to my

industry based supervisor Mr. Thomas Langat, work mates whom have been an indispensable

source of inspiration and knowledge and I thank all those who gave me useful suggestions that

became a springboard of progression of this work and ensured that I succeeded as we exchanged

ideas and knowledge to counter the challenges that came our way.

I appreciate the assistance rendered by all those I have not mentioned who contributed

immensely to making my attachment a success; you were really a huge help thank you.
ABSTRACT
This report reviews my attachment at Kamara Secondary School which is part of compulsory

course work prior to the completion of certificate studies. The main aim of this attachment

was to enable me transform whatever I had learn in class as part of the theory in various units

to practical experience through the support and guidance of the school laboratory technician

as required by the Institute towards the award of Certificate in Science Laboratory.

During my attachment period I was assigned different task under various section lead by

respective heads within the science department on the basis of timetable that we had

developed with the lab technician M.R Michael Kibet.

Methodologies were adapted that include observation, reading the relevant materials, notes

taking, analyzation and others .I had visited various department and place within and outside

Kamara Secondary where I was able to learn various issues and challenges of Science

Laboratory which are outlined in the report.it also worth to note that the timetable was strictly

followed because of the nature of the work of various teachers who were expected to take me

through .However, that was planned and totally covered attachment gave me opportunity of

participation as a student and lab technician and hence I had better application of the theory I

had learned in class to practical experience.

 CONTENTS

DECLARATION.............................................................................................................................3

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT...............................................................................................................4

ABSTRACT....................................................................................................................................5

1.0 CHAPTER.................................................................................................................................7

1.1 Introduction............................................................................................................................7

1.2 Historical Background............................................................................................................7

1.2.1 ROLES OF LABORATORY SCIENCE.........................................................................7

2.0 CHAPTER.................................................................................................................................8

2.1Section Appointed: LABORATORY TECHNICIAN............................................................8

2.1.1 Vision...............................................................................................................................9

2.1.2 Mission................................................................................................................................9

2.1.3 Core Values & Philosophy..................................................................................................9

2.2 Strategic issues.......................................................................................................................9

2.2.1Efficient goals and Accountability..................................................................................10

2.2.2 Strategic Objectives.......................................................................................................10

2.2.3Work Description...............................................................................................................12

2.2.4 WORK EXPERIENCE.....................................................................................................12

3.0 CHAPTER...............................................................................................................................13

3.1 ANALYSIS OF INDUSTRIAL ATTACHMENT EXPERIENCE.....................................13

3.2Critique..................................................................................................................................13

3.3 Summary..............................................................................................................................14

3.4 RECOMMENDATIONS.....................................................................................................15

3.5 CONCLUSION....................................................................................................................15

4.0 REFERENCES........................................................................................................................16
1.0 CHAPTER

1.1 Introduction

For a successful completion of Certificate in Laboratory Science Technology, an industrial

attachment is a mandatory requirement by Ol’lessos Technical Training Institute. It purposes

to assist and equip the learner with knowledge, skills, experience and to practically expose

the learner to the real work experience, where one requires work ethics, interpersonal and

communication skills.

1.2 Historical Background

Kamara Secondary School is headed by Sammy Njoroge who is the principal. It is a Day, Sub

County Level Secondary School Located in Kuresoi North Sub County, Nakuru County, in

Kenya.

1.2.1 ROLES OF LABORATORY SCIENCE.

They are involved in a variety of laboratory based investigation within biological, chemical,

physical and life scientific areas where they;

1. Assist in chemical analysis in laboratories in educational institutions, food and chemical

industries, research institutes etc.

2. Assist in biological experiments and investigations in industrial and institutional

laboratories, farms, museums and other nature establishments.

3. Assist in physics experiments in institutions and industries

4. Supervise Laboratories in educational institutions.

5. Assist in organization and management of scientific warehouse.

6. Assist in marketing and distribution of scientific equipment and consumables.

1.2.3 Organizational Structure of Kamara Primary School

2.0 CHAPTER

2.1Section Appointed: LABORATORY TECHNICIAN

Science Department has different sections with different responsibilities i.e

 The office of the laboratory technician.

The office of the lab technician is charged with the general management and

administration of the laboratory.

 Technical services department

This department is accountable for assessment of user needs, acquisition process (of

the lab resources) as well as bibliographic services.

 The bindery section

Here, the personnel deal with repairing of lab materials that have been worn out,

reprographic services are also offered here.

 Virtual services department

 The section is charged with providing electronic information services both in digital

and analogue forms.

 The circulation section

Here is where the loaning and checking in of the lent items is done. The short-loaned

books are as well found in this section.

2.1.1 Vision

To be the global technician of choice providing reliable and practical environmentally

intelligent farming solutions developed by growers for growers.

2.1.2 Mission.

To support the quality of teaching, learning innovation and research missions of Kamara

Secondary school by providing access to recorded knowledge through the acquisition,

organization, preservation and interpretation of information appropriate to current and future

needs of the staff, faculty, students and the immediate community served by the

laboratory(Chernecky & Berger ,. 2012).

2.1.3 Core Values & Philosophy

 Transparency and Accountability / Integrity.

 Inclusiveness and Equity.

 Empowerment.

 Quality / Result Oriented.

 Innovation

2.2 Strategic issues

 Wrong sample collected

 Sample mislabeled or unlabeled

 Sample stored inappropriately before testing

 sample transported inappropriately

  Reagents or test kits damaged by improper storage

 Established algorithm not followed

 Incorrect timing of test

 Results reported when control results out of range

 Improper dilution and pipetting of sample or reagents

 Reagents stored inappropriately or used after

 Expiration date

2.2.1Efficient goals and Accountability

2.2.2 Strategic Objectives

 To provide students with access to products, resources, and equipment that are not

often available in a classroom context and to introduce students to work methods that

are not taught in class.

 To facilitate the transition from theory to practice (school) and to promote student

contact in order to facilitate job placement.

 Determine the student's enthusiasm for the career path he or she plans to take.

 Allow students to apply what they've learned in class to real-life situations, bridging

the gap between academic work and practical participation.

 Recognize the constraints of work-life balance, as well as the functional links that

exist within and across organizational parts.

 To encourage students to develop work attitudes such as curiosity, self-confidence,

maturity, and self-reliance. Recognize the significance of interpersonal relationships

and work attitudes

 To recruit and strengthen employer participation in institutional activities and the full

educational process of preparing students for industry employment.

 To allow students to apply theoretically learned principles and approaches in class to

real-life problem-solving situations.

 To improve procedural understanding in relation to work processes.

 To increase employer involvement in institutional activities and the entire educational

process of preparing students for industrial jobs.

 To allow students to apply what they've learned in class in terms of theoretical ideas

and methodologies to real-world problem-solving scenarios.

 To strengthen procedural knowledge in the context of work processes

2.2.3Work Description.

While at attachment I covered the following areas;

 Electronics Wanting of electronic gadgets and related electronics

 Radioactivity Types of x ray machine, Radiological related machine

 Sample preparation

 Preparation of reagents

 Volumetric analysis

 Instrumentation technique

 Microscopy instrumentation and application

 Biochemical techniques

 Cultivation of microorganism

 Ecological and field related activities

2.2.4 WORK EXPERIENCE.

The science learning goals of laboratory experiences include enhancing mastery of science

subject matter, developing scientific reasoning abilities, increasing understanding of the

complexity and ambiguity of empirical work, developing practical skills, increasing

understanding of the nature of science, cultivating interest in science and science learning,

and improving teamwork abilities.

The research suggests that laboratory experiences will be more likely to achieve these goals if

they

 Are designed with clear learning outcomes in mind.

 Are thoughtfully sequenced into the flow of classroom science instruction.

 Integrate learning of science content and process.

 Incorporate ongoing student reflection and discussion.

Computer-based representations and simulations of natural phenomena and large scientific

databases are more likely to be effective if they are integrated into a thoughtful sequence of

classroom science instruction that also includes laboratory experiences.

3.0 CHAPTER

3.1 ANALYSIS OF INDUSTRIAL ATTACHMENT EXPERIENCE.

I learnt that for me to achieve target without facing much difficulties you must apply all skills

and knowledge to ensure that the strategies needed are applied got exposed to several

activities within the organization and this earned me sufficient experience, this involve:

Laboratory handling skills and this is a crucial aspect of everyday business activity also

learned how to relate well with other team members (Egner, W. 2002).

The unity of effective business communication skills was well covered in the process of

interacting with the clients.

3.2Critique

During my period of attachment I come across some on the challenges they include.

Staffing Issues

Most labs in the school are short-staffed. As top-performing members of the workforce

approach retirement, new labs face the challenge of finding new, highly experienced staff that

they can afford. As a result, most labs are forced to operate with staff shortages and mid- to

low-level expertise at the onset

Poor Management Training

Laboratory personnel often transition into management roles without receiving formal

managerial training. As a result, many laboratory businesses end up being run by individuals
who have a laboratory background but aren’t necessarily sure of how to be good business

managers.

Internal Conflict

Considering laboratories are high-stress environments with close-knit teams, they tend to be

more prone to internal conflict between coworkers.

3.3 Summary

This report consist of four chapters, introduction, and objectives of the organization, core

values, vision and mission of the organization, the various departments at Kamara Secondary

School

The report also consists of the analysis of the work done during the attachment, summary,

conclusions and recommendations.

Industrial attachment is indeed a great opportunity in the application of the knowledge learnt

in to a real situation at the work place. The opportunity to have a field practical exposure of a

real working environment gave me a quite an experience and a lot of achievement. The

generous training and information sharing in the laboratory made my attachment a beautiful

learning session out of class.

In conclusion, laboratory training out of class that gives a student a practical and real life

field experience out of class. This makes a student complete with the necessary required

skills in a practical job environment and increases the experience for employment in any

organization. It helps a student gain the necessary skills to be self-dependent.

It is therefore my recommendation that each student undergo a practical field session of

internship to supplement their class work on completion of their coursework.

3.4 RECOMMENDATIONS.

The institute should continue with attachment programs because it helps to prepare the

students for their careers in future and also enable students to practice the theoretical

knowledge obtained during class be exercised practically. The laboratory administration

should ensure that more qualified personnel are hired on a regular basis to carry out its

operations.

3.5 CONCLUSION.

Sending students for attachments is an awesome idea because it helps students to gain work

experience in the real working situation, explore career interests, learn new skills, understand

work place expectations and also helps them to secure jobs after they graduate.

The past months of my attachment have been very instructive for me. Before I started

on my attachment, my ideas did not match the experiences I have gained during the

attachment. There is a big difference in the school notes and the tasks and activities

during the actual Work. In school we learn how to describe the work, whereas at

work you learn how to implement them in reality (Sauberlich et al., 1973).

This attachment was definitely an introduction to the actual work field for me. I have learned

to work and apply my knowledge into practice. I learned a lot from the different people that I

have been working with during my attachment. Each person had a different educational

background and that made it more interesting for me as I got to learn something new from

them.

This attachment was definitely beneficial for me and I’m grateful and thankful that I got

to experience and learnt many things in the field of laboratory.

 4.0 REFERENCES.

Egner, W. (2000). The use of laboratory tests in the diagnosis of SLE. Journal of clinical

pathology, 53(6), 424-432.

Sauberlich, H. E., Dowdy, R. P., & Skala, J. H. (1973). Laboratory tests for the assessment of

nutritional status. CRC critical reviews in clinical laboratory sciences, 4(3), 215-340.

Chernecky, C. C., & Berger, B. J. (2012). Laboratory tests and diagnostic procedures.

Elsevier Health Sciences.