IT Technical Report Ahmad Ibitoye

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TECHNICAL REPORT

OF

STUDENTS INDUSTRIAL WORK EXPERIENCE

SCHEME (SIWES)

BY

IBITOYE AHMAD ADEWALE

REG. NO.: 08283006

COMPUTER SCIENCE DEPARTMENT

FACULTY OF SCIENCE

UNIVERSITY OF ABUJA

SIWES COORDINATING UNIT

P.M.B 117, FCT

ABUJA

MARCH, 2012.


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DEDICATION

I humbly dedicated this report to Almighty Allah (SWT), for seeing me through my industrial work

experience, and to my parents for their love, support, and encouragement. Also to My SIWES

Coordinator, Supervisor, and my entire colleague at my place of attachment and of course DBI for

an experience well shared.


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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

A work of this nature cannot be done and produced successfully without the help, goodwill, co-operation and moral assistance of others. This is to say that this work is not a product of my

personal effort since nobody is an Island and A tree cannot make a forest so to say.

First and foremost, I want to acknowledge Almighty Allah (SWT) that makes it possible for me to

successfully complete my SIWES placement in this reputable organisation. I also wish to

acknowledge the various people who helped in no small measure to make this piece see the light of

the day. I relish their critique and inquisitive nature.

Foremost, is Mr Nwanze Okwonkwo, a mentor, whose guidance and encouragement I enjoyed

immensely. My appreciation also goes to my supervisor for his academic support. Mr Akin, a

father figure to be proud of. Hajia Amina, Mrs Nonso Juliet for their unflinching support. May the

cordial relationship continue to wax even stronger. My immense thanks equally goes to the

Principal Manager IT, Dr Shehu M. Olaniyan and all staff of the (IT) unit of Digital Bridge

Institute.

I also wish to acknowledge the contributions of my colleagues at DBI which refers to no fewer

than Dennis Terang, John Aboh, Ishaq Umar, Amos Victor and a host of others. I thank them all

because their friendship and moral support greatly spurred me into action to accomplish this work.

My profound appreciation also to my wonderful institution UNIVERSITY OF ABUJA for giving

me this great opportunity. Friends and well wishers as well.

Finally, my grand appreciation goes to Alhaji Sikiru A. Ibitoye, Hajia Amudat B. Ibitoye, Hajia

Tawakalit S. Ibitoye and Hajia Aisha A. Ibitoye. I will ever remain grateful to them.


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TABLE OF CONTENT

TITLE PAGE

DEDICATION..

i

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT .. ii

TABLE OF CONTENT .. iii

INTRODUCTION (ABOUT SIWES) .. 1

ABOUT ITF .. 2

PLACE OF ATTACHMENT .. 3

SUMMARY .. 25

CONCLUSION .. 26

RECOMMENDATION .. 27

REFERENCE .. 28


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INTRODUCTION

ABOUT SIWES

Student Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES) was established

by ITF in 1973 to solve the problem of lack of adequate practical skills

preparatory for employment in industries by Nigerian graduates of tertiary

institutions.

The Scheme exposes students to industry based skills necessary for a smooth

transition from the classroom to the world of work. It affords students of

tertiary institutions the opportunity of being familiarized and exposed to the

needed experience in handling machinery and equipment which are usually

not available in the educational institutions.

Funding - The Federal Government of Nigeria

Expose students to work methods and techniques in handlingequipment and machinery that may not be available in their

institutions.

Provide students with an opportunity to apply their knowledgein real work situation thereby bridging the gap between

theory and practice

Provide an avenue for students in institutions of higherlearning to acquire industrial skills and experience in their

course of study

Prepare students for the industrial work situation they are tomeet after graduation

Make the transition from school to the world of work easier, and enhance

students contacts for later job placement.


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ABOUT ITF

Established in 1971, the Industrial Training Fund has operated consistently

and painstakingly within the context of its enabling laws, i.e. Decree 47 of1971. The objective for which the Fund was established has been pursued

vigorously and efficaciously. In the three decades of its existence, the ITF has

not only raised training consciousness in the economy, but has 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 its responsibilities, the ITF provides Direct Training, Vocational and

Apprentice Training, Research and Consultancy Service, Reimbursement of up

to 60% Levy paid by employers of labor registered with it, and administers the

Students Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES). It also provides human

resource development information and training technology service to industry

and commerce to enhance their manpower capacity and in-house training

delivery effort.

The main thrust of ITF programs and services is to stimulate human

performance, improve productivity, and induce value-added production in

industry and commerce. Through its SIWES, Vocational and Apprentice

Training Programs, the Fund also builds capacity for graduates and youth self-

employment, in the context of Small Scale Industrialization, in the economy.
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PLACE OF ATTACHMENT

BRIEF HISTORY OF DIGITAL BRIDGE INSTITUTE

Digital Bridge Institute was established by the National Communicationcommission (NCC) and launched by the then President of Nigeria, President

Olusegun Obasanjo on May 2004 in the wake of the phenomenal world-wide

growth of the Telecommunications (telecoms) and Information

Communications Technology (ICT) sectors, which has been especially well

noted in Nigeria. The country by then has witnessed significant drops in costs,

and increased access to data and other IT enabled services. Led by the

successful auction of Digital Mobile Licensing by Nigerian Communications

Commission (NCC) - the government regulator, and the subsequent roll out of

mobile services, increased number of operators, and significant increased

private capital investment, the sector as a whole has been challenged by a

lack of trained and suitably qualified human resources.

Digital Bridge Institute (DBI) is an initiative of the Nigerian

telecommunications regulator, the Nigerian Communications Commission

(NCC), which is under the Ministry of Information and Communications to

proactively sustain and drive the growth trends of the Nigerian telecoms

marketplace. Shortly after the phenomenally successful deregulation of the

Nigerian telecoms sector, NCC observed that there was not enough qualified

technical and managerial workforce in the country to support the rapidly

growing Nigerian telecoms industry. Accordingly, NCC established DBI with the

following mandate:

To serve as a focal point for human resource developmentand workforce capacity building, on matters relating to

telecoms and ICT in Nigeria.

To offer a comprehensive portfolio of hands-on engineeringand technical training programs for professionals and

practitioners in the telecoms and IT industry. The program

shall encompass every subject matter that affects proper


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implementation and management of telecoms, and internet

infrastructures.

To focus on educating and training personnel in all spheres oftelecoms and IT at postgraduate and diploma levels.

To educate and train policy makers, regulators, legislators,economists, accountants, judges, lawyers, bankers and other

high-profile professionals to understand and contribute to the

development of national policies on ICT and Telecoms This

includes Telecoms regulation, legislation, interconnectivity,

billing, costing, tariffs, charges, license management,

spectrum management, business opportunities, venture

financing, multilateral trade agreements, global information

society initiatives, future trends and analysis, etc.

To provide capability to formulate and implement pilotprojects demonstrating the application of ICT in the relevant

fields of importance in Nigeria and Africa.

To develop state-of-the art multimedia training facility on allof its campuses that can support video conferencing, distance

learning, E-learning, and in-class training options.

DBI provides service to the public (all sectors) with a focus in

Telecoms and ICT. It is a registered for-profit organization

incorporated under the Companies and Allied Matters Act 1990. DBI is

a Corporation Limited by Guarantee. It is a private organization that is

formed by a government parastatal.

DBI has campuses located in Abuja (North Central), Lagos (South West) and

Kano (North East). Plans are on the way to build additional 3 centers in Yola

(North East), Enugu (South East), and Asaba (South-South). The Abuja

campus is the institutes academic and administrative headquarters. DBI

current campus addresses are as follows:


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DBI experience and strength

Location: With campuses in Abuja, Lagos and Kano the 3largest cities in Nigeria - DBI is well situated to reach the

primary demand sector areas in Nigeria. This access tostudents and partners in the demand sector is a key attribute

of the DBI.

Experienced and diverse management capacity: Withthe recasting of the board of directors to include key demand

sector representation as well as the backgrounds of the

President and Vice Presidents, DBI has a unique and broad-

based set of expertise to design, administer and implement

ITeS activities. Under this leadership structure are individuals

with distinguished research, administrative, and

implementation experience. In addition, a forward-looking

dynamic approach has been adopted by the new management

team. Strong support of NCC: DBI has strong and unwavering

support of the NCC. This includes commitments from every

level to make the DBI a constellation of excellence. Good alliance nesting: Nigerian and international partner

networks. The DBI is well situated at a crossroads of different

academic and training constellations with partners in Nigeria,

the UK, and the US, and with anticipated partnership in

Sweden and Malaysia. DBI, at the center of these

constellations, is well situated to have strong international

partnerships with committed partners. Strong demand sector needs: The demand sector, which has

acute ICT and telecoms human resource demand needs, has a

high demand for DBI products/services. This is a critically

important element especially in the next few years as it

means that DBI products/services can be readily marketed so

long as they meet the need of the demand sector.


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Digital Bridge Institute is also affiliated to 6 prominent

Institutions of Higher learning namely:

University of Southern California, USA. University Nigeria Nsukka (UNN), Nigeria. Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto (UDUS), Nigeria. London Metropolitan University (LMU), UK. George Mason University (GMU), Virginia, USA. Federal Polytechnic Nekede, Owerri, Nigeria.

The institute awards Masters Degree, Post graduate Diploma and Higher

National Diploma in ICT and telecommunication studies.

VISION STATEMENT

To be a world-class centre for Telecommunications and Information

Technology Training and Education

MISSION STATEMENT

To contribute to the creation of a knowledge- based information society in

Africa, through human resource capacity building in the Information and

Communications Technology


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Organization Chart

Digital Bridge Institute is an organization with a structured

administration. The role of each Employee in the chain of command is

well cut out as shown in the organogram below:

ORGANOGRAM FOR DIGITAL BRIDGE INSTITUTE


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Information Technology Software (ITSO) Department

I was attached to the Information Technology Software (ITSO) department

under the supervision of the Head ITSO department. On resumption at ITSO, Iwas introduced to the staff of the department and was briefed on my

responsibilities in the department.

IT UNIT GOALS

At the IT Unit, we engage in carrying out maintenance work on Internet

connection of computers, troubleshooting of faulty systems, Installation of

software, installation of toners for printers etc.

Basically, we:

Provide efficient IT services to users Are proactive to our customers needs Deploy reliable technology as soon as the needs arises. Simplify user interface so that our customers do not

require experts knowledge to operate IT systems

GENERAL MAINTENANCE IN THE INSTITUTE

Maintenance and repairs of computer peripherals and network

connections during and after trainings was part of the responsibilities I

was saddled with along with other technical support officers.

Personal Computers (PC)

Desktops and Laptops.Before getting started with personal computers, it is good practice to look into

the structure of a basic computer system. Every computer system is made up

of the same basic components. Here, we just want to point out what the

important components are. These components are:

Processor Motherboard The case


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RAM Graphics Card Hard Drive Optical Drive Power Supply

The Processor

The Processor (CPU) is the "brain" of your computer, the thing that

carries out the tasks you give it. Better CPUs can perform more tasks at

once, and perform them faster.

The Motherboard

The motherboard connects all the other components to one another, and

is the physical base upon which you build everything else. It contains a

lot of your machine's core features, like the number of USB ports, the

number of expansion cards you can put in (such as video, sound, and

Wi-Fi), and also determines how big your computer will be.


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The Case

The case holds all of your computer's parts together.

The RAM

RAM, or Random Access Memory, is your computer's short-term

memory. It stores data your computer needs quick access to to help

your programs run faster, and help you run more programs at one time.


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The Graphics Card

The Graphics card, or GPU, is a processor specifically designed to handle

graphics. It's what you hook your monitor up to, and it's what draws

your desktop and your windows on the screen.

The Hard DriveThe hard drives are what stores all of your data, ranging from your

operating system to your documents, music, and movies. If the RAM is

your computer's short-term memory, your hard drive is the long-term

memory. It stores the things you want to keep around for awhile.

The Optical drive

An optical drive, more commonly known as a CD or DVD drive, is what

you'll use to read CDs, DVDs, and even Blu-Ray discs.
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The Power Supply

The power supply directs electricity to the other components in your

machine.

PCs are the primary component of a workstation. This means that the PCs are

used very frequently and as such are prone to failure. The usual problems of

PCs at the organization were:

Malfunctioning Keyboards, Mouse or Monitors. System failure: Mostly a corrupted Hard Disk. System failure: At the Operating System (OS) Startup level Slow performance. Installation and Upgrade of Antivirus and Regular software

updates.

Malfunctioning Keyboards, Mouse or Monitors.

The source of such malfunction at most times is lack of proper

maintenance by the user. Malfunction may be due to improper cable


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connection between the Central Processing Unit (CPU) of the PC and

the device or a faulty cable altogether. The solutions for such problem

are to connect the cable properly if it is a bad connection situation or

replace the cable in case of faulty cables.

System failure: Hard Disk Drive

The hard disk is a device that acts as the data storage unit of a PC. If a hard

drive fails, that is, if it is not recognized by the system any longer, it has to be

unscrewed and disconnected from its former position and connected as a slave

(secondary hard drive) to another system, to retrieve the important data that

was saved on it prior to its failure. The new systems hard drive is now known

as the master or primary hard drive.

System failure: At the Operating System (OS) Startup level

When an error message such as boot mgr is missing, the computer fails to

from the OS, which results in a system failure at the Start-up level. Start up

error is the error generated when a PC does not Boot-up (Start-up). This error

can be attributed to Hard Disk failure or improper shutdown during a previous

use. If such error persists after multiple attempts at restarting, the Operating

System of the PC should be repaired or restored. If this issue still persists, an

operating system recovery should be done which is available in modern

computers. In a case where the recovery option is not available, a system

format may be necessary before which a system backup should be done.

Slow Performance.Slow performance is when a PC does not respond in expected time

causing loss in productivity. It is usually attributed to little hard disk

free space, low Random Access Memory (RAM) or running too many

commands and programs on the PC. If any of these aforementioned

were suspected, steps were taken to address such problems such as

creating free space on hard disk by deleting data, upgrading the RAM


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by installing another of higher capacity and reducing the number or

commands and programs run on the PC at the same time.

Installation and Upgrade of Antivirus and Regular software

updates.

Anti-virus is a software program that prevents other malicious programs

(virus) access to a PC. Therefore, it is important that every PC has an anti-

virus installed and is regularly updated. Regular Anti-virus updates helps the

computer to be prepared against the latest virus around.

Also, Operating System updates when necessary and other PC

software updates are important so as to provide users with the latest

product and better services.

Networks Internet.

Network connectivity in the Institute was a major need and also a major

challenge. Initial troubles arose from poor logistics. After restructuring the

network, the troubles were less although still present.

It was noticed however that user abuse and mismanagement were key factors

in problems affecting network connectivity. These infractions include:

Pulling LAN cables by their cord instead of removing the cablethrough the RJ-45 plug.

Stepping on LAN cables thereby breaking them internally. Tampering with default user settings. Partial Contact with the connectors.

Structured cabling and User awareness were used to deal with these

situations and we recorded a drop in network connectivity issues. With

faulty RJ-45 connectors, the cable had to be re-terminated (re-

crimped).


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Overview and maintenance of the network connection in the

institute.

When dealing with connectivity it is important to know that many

electronic components make up a network, which includes personalcomputers, servers, networking devices, and cables. These

components can be grouped into four main categories namely:

HostsShared peripheralsNetworking devicesNetworking media.Hosts: All devices connected to a network that participate directly

in network communication are classified as hosts. A computer host

can act as a client, a server, or both. The software installed on the

computer determines which role the computer plays. Servers are

hosts that have software installed that enable them to provide

information, like email or web pages, to other hosts on the network.

Each service requires separate server software. For example, a host

requires web server software in order to provide web services to the

network. Clients are computer hosts that have software installed

that enable them to request and display the information obtained

from the server. An example of client software is a web browser,

like Internet Explorer.

Shared peripherals: They are not directly connected to the

network, but are connected to hosts. The host is then responsible

for sharing the peripheral across the network. Hosts have computer

software configured to enable people on the network to use the

attached peripheral devices. A printer is an example of a shared

peripheral.

The network devices: They are electronic components that help in

enhancing distribution of network signals to different host so that

every host can have access to the network at the same time. For

example hubs, patch panel and switches


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Networking media: They are channels by which the network

signals are been transmitted from the transmitter i.e. Server to the

receiver i.e. the hosts. For example Cat 6 network cable and RJ-45

socket.

The main components that make up the network in the Institute include:

CablesRJ-45 ConnectorsHubsSwitchesPatch PanelsRoutersThe server

Cables

This is a network media. In network connections, the Local Area

Network (LAN) cables are a principal part of network connectivity in

the Institute as they are the medium by which information signals

are transferred from one place to another.

LAN Cable Crimping.

Cable crimping is the act of preparing a cable terminal for connection. It is

done by exposing the cable end and attaching a connector. The cable we

crimped was Cat5 cable.

In crimping cables, one must abide to certain standards so as to avoid conflict

and enforce uniformity. The two main Standard of crimping Cat5 Ethernet

Cables are:

Standard Straight-through Crimping. Crossover crimping.

Before creating a Straight-through or crossover cable, it's important to make

sure you have all the necessary tools and materials before you begin. You will


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need a length of CAT cable, several RJ-45 connectors, and a crimp tool. The

basic steps in crimping a cable are mentioned below:

Most crimp tools have two blades: one designed to cut completelythrough a cable and the other designed to strip the cablejacket/insulation. Using the latter blade, strip the cable

jacket/insulation back about an inch, so all the wires inside are

exposed. Care should be taken so as not to cut the inside wires

when stripping the cables insulation.

With the jacket/insulation removed, you'll find eight wires and astring inside the CAT 5 cable. Cut the string off, and untwist the

wires back to within one-eighth inch of the jacket.

Fan the wires out from left to right in the order they are to becrimped. The crimping order depends on the type of cable you

are making.

Grasp the wires firmly between your fingers and flatten them toremove their curliness. The wires must lay flat and together,

aligned as closely as possible while trying not to get them out of

order.

While holding them firmly, cut off about a half-inch of theexposed wires, so they are all the same length.

Slide the RJ-45 connector onto the wires, making sure the wiresstay lined up. The connector has eight slots, one for each wire.

Try to make each wire reach the end of its slot. The cable

jacket/insulation should reach just beyond the end of the crimp

point. If the insulation doesnt reach far enough inside the

connector or if the wires dont reach the end of their slots, cut the

wires off a bit more. If the cable jacket/insulation reaches too far

past the crimp point, simply trim off a little more

jacket/insulation.

Next, verify all the wires are in the correct order, and insert theconnector into the crimping tool then crimp it. This requires a

little bit of strength, and you may need to use two hands.


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DIAGRAM TO SHOW STRAIGHT RULE AND CROSSOVER LAN CONNECTIONS

RJ-45 Connectors

RJ45 is a standard type of connector for network cables. RJ45 connectors

are most commonly seen withEthernetcables and networks.
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RJ45 connectors feature eight pins to which the wire strands of a cable

interface electrically. Standard RJ-45 pinouts define the arrangement of

the individual wires needed when attaching connectors to a cable.

Hubs.

Hubs are networking devices. They were used in the institute to create more

workstations in the classes when we were out of patch panel ports. They are

installed at the Access Layer of an Ethernet/Local Area network. Hubs contain

multiple ports that are used to connect hosts to the network. Hubs are simple

devices that do not have the necessary electronics to decode the messages

sent between hosts on the network. Hubs cannot determine which host should

get any particular message. A hub simply accepts electronic signals from one

port and regenerates (or repeats) the same message out to all the other

ports.

A HUB


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Switches.

Switches on the other hand are network devices that are also used at the

Access Layer. They were used to provide access to the server network and

control over their Local Area Network. Like a hub, a switch connects multiplehosts to the network. Unlike a hub, a switch can forward a message to a

specific host. When a host sends a message to another host on the switch, the

switch accepts and decodes the frames to read the physical Media Access

control (MAC) address portion of the message.

When a hub is connected to a switch port, collisions can occur on the

hub. The hub forwards to all ports the damaged messages resulting

from a collision. The switch receives the garbled message, but, unlike a

hub, a switch does not forward the damaged messages caused by

collisions.

A SWITCH IN ONE OF THE CLASSES IN THE INSTITUTE

Patch Panels.

Patch Panels are more like adapters. They are usually fitted on a rack or on

walls in the institute. All a Patch panel does is provide access or connection to

another hub or switch. They are utilized for convenience and to ensure a

structured cabling system.

Switch


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RJ-11/RJ-45 FACEPLATE/ PATCH PANEL

Routers.

In the Institution, there are two routers on every floor i.e. two local area

network (broadcast domain) on each floor. A router is a networking device

that connects a local network to other local networks. At the Distribution Layerof the network, routers direct traffic and perform other functions critical to

efficient network operation. Routers, like switches, are able to decode and

read the messages that are sent to them.

Unlike switches, which only decode (de-encapsulate) the frame containing the

Media Access Control (MAC) address information, routers decode the packet

that is encapsulated within the frame.

When a router receives a frame, it decodes the frame to get to the packet

containing the destination IP address. It matches the address of the

destination to all of the networks that are contained in the routing table. If the

destination network address is in the table, the router encapsulates the packet

in a new frame in order to send it out. It forwards the new frame out of the

interface associated with the path, to the destination network. The process of

forwarding the packets toward their destination network is called ROUTING.


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Router interfaces do not forward messages that are addressed to the

broadcast Media Access Control (MAC) address. As a result, local network

broadcasts are not sent across routers to other local networks.

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A ROUTER (Front) (Rear)

The Server.

A server is software that manages the network. Servers are hosts

that have software installed that enable them to provide

information, like email or web pages, to other hosts on the

network.

There must be client software for every service required. With

multiple clients installed, a host can connect to multiple servers at

the same time. For example, a user can check email and view a

web page while instant messaging and listening to an Internet

radio.


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NETWORK DIAGRAM OF DBI

Testing, Configuring and Installing New ICT Tools/Peripherals

As a support staff, I test new computers and have them reconfigured for use

within the network. Also any new ICT equipment that has been supplied to the

Institute must be checked and their status judged. I tested various

equipments which included computer systems, printers, projectors etc. The

most frequent tests that I carried out were on computer systems and printers.

Testing and Configuration of Printers Power ON the printer and put in the printer cartridge(s). Connect the printer to the computer and install driver Print the test page.

Testing of Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS).

Charge the UPS for the amount of time indicated in the operating manual.

They are usually left to charge over-night. Test it with maximum allowable

load and time its durability.


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Installing ICT tools/Peripherals.

The installation of a peripheral device requires several steps. The order and

detail of these steps varies depending on the type of physical connection and

whether or not the peripheral is a Plug-and-Play (PnP) device. The steps

include:

Connect the peripheral to the host using the appropriate cable orwireless connection.

Connect the peripheral to a power source. Install the appropriate driver.

Some old peripheral devices are not PnP enabled. For these, driver installation

occurs after the device has been connected to the computer and powered up.

For PnP enabled USB devices, the driver is preinstalled on the system. In this

case, when the PnP device is connected and powered on, the operating system

recognizes the device and installs the appropriate driver. Installation of

outdated or wrong drivers can cause a peripheral device to behave

unpredictably. For this reason, it is necessary to install the most currentdrivers available.


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SUMMARY

The Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES) is a practical oriented

scheme that is designed to breach the gap between theory and practical. Ithelps to impact scientific, technological skills and ideas into students in

order to acquire the practical experience of the theoretical knowledge

gained in the classroom. This program has also helped to establish a

relationship between the educational sector and the industrial sector. The

knowledge gained as contained in this report ranges from Networking of

systems, configuration of network cables, maintenance of PCs,

troubleshooting of system and printers, application installation deployment

process etc.


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CONCLUSION

The Student Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES) was a very good

experience for me as the importance of this scheme cannot be overemphasized. It helped me build my knowledge base and my confidence. The

Industrial Training no doubt has afforded me the opportunity to have a

firsthand experience of life after school. I particularly was able to learn how to

work within targets and to meet deadlines. I was also able to pass on

knowledge to elderly people which was fulfilling for me.

Some of my notable experiences were:

Being able to serve as training support officer for trainingwhen they held.

Attending Trainings. Being able to sit at the reception once in a while and welcome

people into the institute and direct them wherever they want

to go

Learning about various ways and systems of operations in theinstitute.

Management Experience. Interpersonal relationship with other staffs.

It is with great pleasure that I say that the Student Industrial Work

Experience Scheme was of immense benefit to me.


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RECOMMENDATION

In the light of the challenge I faced during the Industrial Training, I would like

to recommend the following: The University should help in securing placements for

student as it will reduce difficulty in getting placements.

The University should extend the period of SIWES toensure proper training.

Students Should be given more practical work inschools, by developing and equipping the laboratories in

our institutions so that the experience does not seem

entirely new to them.

Visit of the SIWES supervisor to the company where astudent is doing his/her Industrial Training should be

encouraged as this will help the students to take the

program more seriously.


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