A

TECHNICAL REPORT

ON

STUDENT INDUSTRIAL WORK EXPERIENCE SCHEME (SIWES)

HELD AT

UGRACE TECHNOLOGIES, ABEOKUTA

SUBMITTED BY

ISHOLA RAHMAT OYINDAMOLA

MATRIC NO: 032310018

TO THE DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE

FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING

HARVARDE COLLEGE OF SCIENCE BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT STUDIES,

ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE

JULY TO NOVEMBER, 2024

CERTIFICATION

This is to certify that this was written by ISHOLA RAHMAT OYINDAMOLA 032310018 of
department of Computer Science, School of Science and Engineering, Harvarde College of
Science, Business and Management Studies in partial fulfilment of the requirement for the award
of the National Diploma (ND) in Computer Science.

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Mr. Akande Oluwatosin. Date

DEPARTMENT SIWES SUPERVISOR

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Mr. Omojevwe, Ogeheneruemuse Date

SIWES CORDINATOR
DEDICATION

I dedicate this report to Almighty God for his protection, guidance and privilege to start, be
persistent and complete the student industrial work experience scheme. I am also dedicating this
to my parents, my siblings and my colleagues for their love, concern and support during my
SIWES.

With a heart of gratitude, I want to say a big thank you to my industrial based supervisor in
person of Miss Ayodele Seyifunmi for her guidance, word of encouragement and understanding
during the course of training in the field with the industry.
ACKNOWLEDGMENT

I greatly appreciate the support of all those who contributed to my SIWES. I owe everything to
Almighty God who in endless mercy kept me all through the program.

I am grateful to the staff of Ugrace Technologies, most especially those in the Graphics Design
department for making my Industrial training educative, interesting and worthwhile.

My deserving thanks goes to my supervisor in person of Miss Ayodele Seyifunmi and also in the
department of Graphics design my course tutor, Miss Ogechi, And also to my colleagues for
their support and team work. God bless you all.

My regards to my amazing parents, who financially supported my educational pursuit, I say

remain blessed by God Almighty and to my beloved siblings, I love you all, you are the best.
 TABLE OF CONTENT

Title page. i

Certification ii

Dedication. iii

Acknowledgement. iv

Table of content. v

CHAPTER ONE

1.1. Introduction to SIWES.

1.2. Historical Background of SIWES.

1.3. Aims and Objective of SIWES

1.4. Regulatory Bodies for SIWES

1.5. Courses under SIWES NBTE program

CHAPTER TWO

2.1 Historical background of the organization.

2.2 Organogram of Organisation

2.3. Vision, Mission and Core Values of the Organisation

CHAPTER THREE

3.1 Aims and Objectives for being in the Organisation

3.2 Training Procedure

3.3 Pictorial description of Training Instruments and Equipment

3.4 Assessment of Industry Meeting the Objectives of SIWES

CHAPTER FOUR

4.1 Summary of Experience Gained and Work Done

4.2 Challenges/Problems encountered doing SIWES

4.3 Prospect for SIWES Program

CHAPTER FIVE

5.1 Conclusion

5.2 Recommendations to Improve SIWES Program

5.3 Recommendations for Upcoming SIWES Students

 CHAPTER ONE

1.1 Introduction to SIWES

Students Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES)is a program that is designed to expose
and prepare students of universities, polytechnics, colleges of Technology, Colleges of
Agriculture and Education for industrial Work situation which they are likely to meet after
graduation. It is a skill training program which affords students the opportunity of familiarizing,
acquiring and exposing themselves with the needed experience in handling industrial equipment
and machinery that are not usually available in their institutions. It is accepted training program,
which is part of the approved Minimum Academic Standard in the various degree programs for
all Nigerian Universities. The scheme is aimed at bridging the existing gap between theory and
practice of Sciences, Agriculture, Medical Sciences (including Nursing), Engineering and
Technology, Management, Information and Communication Technology, and other professional
educational programs in the Nigerian tertiary institutions. It is aimed at exposing students to
machines and equipment, professional work methods, and ways of safeguarding the work areas
and workers in industries, offices, laboratories, hospitals, and other organizations.

1.2 Background of SIWES

SIWES was founded in 1973 by ITF (Industrial Training Funds) to address the problem of
tertiary institution graduates' lack of appropriate skills for employment in Nigeria. The program
allows students to become acquainted with and exposed to the experience required in handling
and operating different equipment and machinery that are not available at their schools or
institutions.

Prior to the establishment of this scheme, there was a rising concern and trend among
industrialists that graduates from higher institutions lacked pertinent practical experience for
employment. As a result, employers believed that theoretical education in higher education was
unreactive to the needs of labor employers. Thousands of Nigerians faced this difficulty till 1973.
The fund's main motivation for establishing and designing the scheme in 1973/74 was launched
against this context.

The ITF (Industrial Training Fund) organization decided to assist all interested Nigerian students
and created the SIWES program. The federal government formally approved and presented it in
1974. During its early years, the scheme was completely supported by the (industrial training
fund) ITF, but as the financial commitment became too much for the fund, it withdrew in 1978.
The National Universities Commission (NUC) and the National Board for Technical Education
(NBTE) were given control of the scheme by the federal government in 1979. The federal
government handed over supervision and implementation of the scheme to ITF in November
1984. It was taken over by the Industrial Training Fund (ITF) in July 1985, with the federal
government bearing entire responsibility for funding.
1.3 Aims and Objectives of SIWES

1. To expose students to work methods and techniques in handling equipment and machineries
that they may not be available in the universities.

2. To provide students with an opportunity to apply their theoretical knowledge in real work
situations, thereby bridging the gap between theory and practice.

3. It provides an avenue for students in institutions of higher learning to acquire industrial skill
and experience during their course of study.

4. To allow transition phase from school to the world of working environment easier and
facilitate students' contact for later job placement

5. Prepare students for a business career by combining analytical ability with self-reliance.

1.4 Regulatory Bodies Under Siwes

1. The Federal Government of Nigeria

2. The Industrial Training Fund (ITF)

3. National Universities Commission (NUC)

4. National Board of Technical Education (NBTE)

5. National Commission for Colleges of Education (NCCE)

6. Institutions of higher learning

7. The employers of labour

1.5 Courses Under SIWES NBTE Program

Some of the courses included under the SIWES NBTE program are

1. Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, etc.)

2. Computer Science and Information Technology

3. Sciences (Physics, Chemistry, Biology, etc.)

4. Environmental Science

5. Architecture and Building Technology

6. Accountancy and Finance

7. Mass Communication
 CHAPTER TWO

2.1 Historical Background of Ugrace Technologies

Ugrace Technologies, a dynamic tech organization, commenced operations in 2021 with its roots

firmly planted in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. Founded by a visionary tech enthusiast, the

company was established with a mission to harness technology for local development and

empowerment.

In its formative years, Ugrace Technologies quickly gained traction by focusing on bespoke

software development tailored to the needs of businesses and government agencies in Akwa

Ibom State. The company's commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction propelled its

growth and reputation within the region.

Recognizing the importance of nurturing talent and fostering digital skills, Ugrace Technologies

expanded its scope beyond traditional services. In line with this vision, the company initiated

training programs for students and aspiring tech professionals. These programs aimed to equip

individuals with practical knowledge and hands-on experience in software development,

graphics designing, database programming and data science.

As Ugrace Technologies continued to thrive, the demand for its services extended beyond Akwa

Ibom State. In 2022, the company strategically expanded its operations to Ogun State,

specifically establishing a presence in Abeokuta. This expansion not only facilitated access to

new markets but also facilitated the scaling of its student training initiatives.
The introduction of student training programs in Abeokuta marked a significant milestone for

Ugrace Technologies. By engaging with local talent and educational institutions, the company

contributed to building a skilled workforce and empowering youth to pursue careers in

technology.

Today, Ugrace Technologies is recognized for its comprehensive suite of services, including

software development, graphics designing, database programming, data science and so on, and

student training programs. The organization remains committed to its founding principles of

innovation, excellence, and community impact, driving digital transformation and socio-

economic development in Akwa Ibom State, Ogun State, and beyond.

2.2 Organogram of Organization

2.3 Core Values of Ugrace Technologies

At Ugrace Technologies, our core values serve as the guiding principles that shape our culture,

drive our decisions, and define our commitment to excellence. These values reflect who we are
as an organization and guide us in our interactions with clients, partners, and our community.

Our core values are:

 Innovation: We embrace creativity and strive to innovate continuously. We encourage a

culture of exploration and experimentation to develop groundbreaking solutions that

drive progress and deliver value.

 Integrity: We uphold the highest ethical standards in all aspects of our business. Integrity

is the foundation of our relationships with clients, partners, and team members. We are

transparent, honest, and accountable in everything we do.

 Excellence: We are dedicated to delivering excellence in every project and service. We

set high standards for ourselves and consistently strive to exceed expectations. Quality is

non-negotiable in our pursuit of customer satisfaction.

 Collaboration: We believe in the power of teamwork and collaboration. We foster an

inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued, and ideas are shared

openly. By working together, we achieve greater outcomes and mutual success.

 Customer Focus: We prioritize our clients' needs and objectives. Understanding and

exceeding customer expectations is at the heart of our business. We are committed to

building long-lasting relationships based on trust and mutual benefit.

 Community Engagement: We are committed to making a positive impact in our

communities. We actively support initiatives that promote education, empowerment, and

social responsibility. We believe in giving back and contributing to the development of

society.
  Continuous Learning: We value continuous improvement and personal growth. We

encourage ongoing learning and development among our team members to stay at the

forefront of technology trends and best practices.

These core values guide every decision and action at Ugrace Technologies, ensuring that we

consistently deliver value, build lasting relationships, and make a meaningful impact in the world

of technology and beyond.

 CHAPTER THREE

3.1 Aims and Objectives for Being in the Organisation

My main aim for choosing the organization was to make sure that I was able to achieve the
purpose of the SIWES program

1. To successfully complete my SIWES program.

2. To be able to see what it is like in the working world

3. To learn more about the practical aspect of graphics

3.2 Training Procedure

I was given full orientation and asked to pick a course after which I was placed in the beginner
class to make my foundation firm. At first, I had classes everyday for a week for almost a month
and a half during which I was in the beginner class. After leaving the beginners class, I started
having physical classes on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. Mondays and Thursdays were either
for assignment or project submissions or free days. Saturdays were left aside for practical classes
which was about testing us on what we did that week. Revisions were also done at some points
during the program. At the end of the program, the completion letter was given after we passed
tests which were based on what we had learnt during the course of our SIWES program.

3.3 Pictorial Description of Training Instruments and Equipment

3.4 Assessment of Industry Meeting to the Objectives of SIWES.

The industry assessment met the objective of SIWES in every aspect completed. The training
quality was good as I was able to develop myself through that and everything was practical. I
was exposed to different methods and techniques which provided me an opportunity to expand
my knowledge in real world situations. My course tutor and supervisor did their able best to
make sure that no stone was left unturned in the course of my SIWES
 CHAPTER FOUR

4.1 Experience Gained/Description of Work done during SIWES

During my four months industrial attachment at Ugrace Technologies, I acquired lot of

knowledge which are similar to the day to day practical and theories I had acquired during our
classroom lectures. The training which lasted for sixteen weeks taught me desktop publishing
and later graphics design.

Some of the weekly experience I acquired include:

My first day at Ugrace Technologies, I was assigned to graphics department and I was made to
take desktop publishing class to make my foundation firm.

WEEK 1

In my first week after orientation, I was taught what desktop publishing was, the types and its
uses, the types of pages in desktop publishing, software used in software publishing. I was also
taught how to write articles, insert images, write equations and some Ms Word Shortcuts.

WEEK 2

I was taught on how to create a presentation with PowerPoint, different types of file extension,
difference between PNG and JPEG, how to manipulate tables in Microsoft word and I was
placed in a group where we recreated the front page of a daily times newspaper and a nestle
PowerPoint presentation.

WEEK 3

I was taught how to insert and read chart in a document, the definition of a presentation, slides
and the difference between a slide and a slideshow, how to insert header and footer in a
presentation, what a template is and the use of F5 in a presentation. I was placed in a group to
display information about a brand’s products in Microsoft word using tables and to use
PowerPoint to display information about ourselves. I also learnt how to use a printer to print just
a page with copies, specific pages and how to make the printout either portrait or landscape

WEEK 4

I was taught about Excel, its interface and its uses. I was also taught that there was something
called function in Excel and I was taught the AND, IF and SUM function and how to manipulate
them. I was also told that other logical functions like OR and NOT existed. I did a presentation
using the AND, IF and SUM function on Microsoft Excel

WEEK 5

I was introduced to graphics design. I was taught the definition and the keywords in graphics
design. I was also taught how to edit shapes and the tools on Corel Draw and their functions. I
was also taught how to install Corel draw and I was placed in a group to design the front cover of
a jotter.

WEEK 6

I was taught the keyboard shortcut and in Corel draw. I was asked to design a logo of my own,
replicate fliers and I was given an assignment to design something

WEEK 7

I was made to revise the keyboard shortcuts and praticalise them. I was taught how to create a
text label with font and the two types of logos, fix text to path and how to use the envelope tool. I
was placed in a group to design the Milo logo and replicate a birthday flier.

WEEK 8

I was taught the three C’s of graphics and what a minimal design was. I was asked to create a
logo of my own either letter mark or word mark logo, I was placed in a group to design a tech
flier and to work on a flier with a 3D meetings image and two backgrounds

WEEK 9

I was taught about UIUX and what it stands for, how to remove colour and change the color of
an image, how to add shadow and how to use motion blur effect. I was asked to change the
colour of WhatsApp logo and to recreate a flier using hatch background.

WEEK 10

I was taught how to use gaussian blur effect in creating a flier. I was asked to create a work using
motion blur. I was placed in a group to replicate an independence flier and a company (tech
jaunt) flier.

WEEK 11

I designed a logo and a flier for a catering organization. I was placed in a group to replicate the
C.A.C logo and a Coursera flier.

WEEK 12
I was told to design a logo of my own using fix text to path and design a happy new month flier
following the rules of graphics. I was placed in a group to design an orientation flier for our
organisation and to replicate a blockchain boot camp flier.

WEEK 13

Revision on some of what we had been taught. I was asked to duplicate an Edo Innovates Tech
Conference flier. I was placed in a group to duplicate a GOMMYCODE flier under the CMFEST
Africa association.

WEEK 14

Total revision on what we had been taught. I was asked to design a logo. I was assigned to a
group to duplicate a cooking flier and a birthday flier.

WEEK 15

I was taught what a grayscale design was and I was asked to research on countdown fliers. I was
asked to design anything of my own. I was placed in a group to design a countdown flier.

WEEK 16

I designed a flier using greyscale, a JOIN US flier for our organisation and a promo flier for a
burger restaurant. I duplicated a birthday flier, our organization logo, sticker.

Graphics design is an art of combining design elements (elements we cannot do without) and
design principles through design layout and concept using visual display

How to install Corel draw

1. Go to file manager on the system

2. Click on local file

3. Click on program file

4. Click on Corel

5. Click on setup

6. Click on setup icon

It can also be installed using a CD drive

Some tools in Corel draw include:

1. Pick tool
2. Shape tool

3. Free-hand tool

4. Rectangle tool

5. Ellipse tool

6. Eye dropper tool

7. Polygon tool etc.

Fix text to path: This is a tool in Corel draw that allows you to wound up a text round a certain
shape thereby giving it the shape of that object

Minimal design: This is a design that has a lot of negative space i.e., it doesn't have much
element

Envelope tool: This is a tool that allows you to dent the required of a text without affecting the
other parts.

Quick tracing: This is an effect done by the quick trace option. It traces out the selected image
and gives a close replica of the selected image that can be edited

Three Cs of Graphics

The three Cs of graphics include

1. Composition

2. Component

3. Concept

UIUX: UI stands for User Interface while UX stands for User Experience

Greyscale design: This is a design that's made to be in a black and white scale i.e everything in
the design is either a shade of white or black.

4.2 Challenges/Problems encountered during SIWES

1. Insufficient funds for transportation

4.3 Prospects for SIWES Program

The SIWES offers students a promising avenue to bridge the gap between academic learning and
practical experience. This program mandated by the National Gorvement for tertiary institutions,
provides students with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in their field of study through
placement in relevant industries, organisations or research institutes

Participating in SIWES opens up a multitude of prospects for students. First of all, it allows them
to apply theoretical knowledge to real world situations, thereby deepening their understanding
and proficiency in their chosen field

Also, SIWES exposes students to the dynamics of the professional world, including workplace
etiquette, teamwork, problem solving skills and project management.

Additionally, it provides excellent platform for networking. Students have the opportunity to
interact with professionals in their field, establish contacts and build relationships that may be
beneficial in future career.

Another one is that it enhances students’ employability prospects. Employers often value
practical experience and hands-on skills when recruiting graduates. By completing SIWES
placement, students demonstrate to prospective employers that they are ready for the workforce
and their ability to contribute meaningfully from day one

In conclusion, the prospects for students participating in the SIWES program is highly
promising. It offers an invaluable opportunity to gain practical experience, develop essential
skills, build professional networks and enhance employability chances ultimately preparing
students for successful careers in their chosen field.
 CHAPTER FIVE

5.1 Conclusion

My four months industrial attachment with Ugrace Technologies has been one of the most
interesting, productive and instructive experience in my life. Throughout this training,I have
gained new insight.I benefited a lot in the field attachment in a way that I managed to apply the
theoretical knowledge from my university into practice through many activities/assignments the
intern was instructed to do. The intern activities improved the skills like typing, designing, social
interactions, customer relationship, cooperation, team work and many more. I learnt many
lessons, got different ideas from the different people (employees) at the Organization and also
through interacting with other interns from my school and other schools and this contributed a lot
on my knowledge and experience.

Finally, internship was fun and therefore I would encourage Ugrace Technologies to continue
giving students this opportunity to do their academic requirement of internship from their
organization.

5.2 Recommendation to improve SIWES Program

According to my observations during the SIWES program, I’d like to recommend my own
humble opinions which are the following

1. The SIWES body of the school should collate a list of possible places for students to do their
SIWES program based on the opinion of past students

2. The ITF supervisors should try to come for supervision as they have said

3. The promised sum of money should be given to students monthly to help in aiding their
transportation and feeding and to prevent them from thinking it is a sham.

5.3 Recommendations for Upcoming SIWES Students

1. Upcoming students should ask the past students for their opinion on where they feel would be
the best place to do their SIWES program
2. The upcoming students should make sure to attend their Organisation’s orientation as lot of
important information would be gotten from it

3. They should be submissive and ready to learn and not mind the stress