1. A CRITICAL SURVEY OF THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC AND ITS IMPACTS AND EFFECTS ON CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS IN NIGERIA
Background of the study
The construction sector makes a considerable contribution to the economy, and its operations are vital to fulfilling national socioeconomic development goals such as supplying housing, infrastructure, and jobs (Anaman & Osei-...
2. THE IMPORTANCE OF TECHNICAL EDUCATION TRAINING OF SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN TEACHING AND LEARNING
Background to the study
Technical and Vocational Education and Training has been regarded as the bedrock to sustainable technology development programs in entrepreneurship, occupational professionalism, self-reliance, poverty alleviation, wealth creatio...
3. EFFECT OF EXAMINATION MALPRACTICE ON ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS
Background to the Study
Examination has been generally accepted as the best means of assessment. It is a formal test of knowledge or ability. Infact, in a school setting, examination is a means of evaluating the quantity of knowledge a student has acqui...
4. AN INVESTIGATION INTO THE PERCEPTION AUDIENCE ON THE USAGE OF PIDGIN ENGLISH IN BROADCAST MEDIA
Background of the study
A peripheral language used among Nigerians to aid communication requirements in particular interaction circumstances, Pidgin English (also known as Nigeria Pidgin) or Brokin English (another name for Pidgin English) is a phrase that is used to in...
5. A STUDY OF FAKE NEWS IN SOCIAL MEDIA: DELTA STATE UNIVERSITY STUDENTS AS AN INVESTIGATION
Background to the Study
The term "fake news" refers to "false information that has been purposefully spread by individuals who have minimal regard for the truth but intend to further certain (sometimes extremist political objectives and e...
6. ANALYSIS OF TEXT – TO- SPEECH/AUDIO SYSTEM VIA DESIGN AND IMPLEMENTATION
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY
The capacity to convey one's thoughts through a set of signs (text), gestures, and noises is referred to as language. It is a distinguishing property of humans, who are the only organisms with such a system. Speech is the oldest and most exte...
7. DESIGN AND FABRICATION OF BASIC STATIC AND DYNAMIC BALANCING MACHINE
ABSTRACT
This work is an attempt to evolve a means for statically and dynamical balancing of mechanical components. This will no doubt evolve greater success in ensuring sound fabrication of our local machine and ensuring that life span of such machine...
8. DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF 2.5KG WEIGHT BENCH VICE
ABSTRACT
Prototyping or model making is one of the important steps to finalize a product design. Traditional Rapid Prototyping (RP) is commonly referred to as layered manufacturing or solid free form fabrication. It is used for the physical modelling of a new produc...
9. DESIGN, DEVELOPMENT AND PERFORMANCE EVALUATION OF A MULTIPLE SANDCRETE BLOCKS MOULDING MACHINE
ABSTRACT
This work presents the design, fabrication and performance evaluation of a multiple sandcrete blocks moulding machine (MSBMM) for simultaneously moulding three of 6 inches sandcrete blocks of size 450 x 150 x 225mm. The machine was designed to operate at speed of 151.8 rad/s, a...
10. CONSTRUCTION OF TWO FACE GAS BURNER
ABSTRACT
This project deals with the construction and fabrication of a two face gas burner. The gas components consists of the following major components; burner, injector opening, mixing tube, burner support, etc. The gas stove was constructed from medium carbon steel...
11. DEVELOPMENT OF PILOT SIZE PROCESS FOR ZEOLITE Y AND ZSM-5 PRODUCTION FROM KANKARA KAOLIN
ABSTRACT
The successes recorded at the laboratory for the synthesis of zeolite Y and ZSM-5 using Kankara kaolin sourced from Katsina state, Nigeria as starting material necessitated the need for upscale of the production process. This thesis focused on the development of three pilot siz...
12. FABRICATION OF A FOLDABLE CAMP BED
INTRODUCTION
Camp bed is used universally for relaxation, emergency eases such as war and in other several ways, and it is the acknowledgement of these resources that led to the design of the foldable camp – bed. All the...
13. FABRICATION OF DYE-SENSITIZED SOLAR CELL USING NATURAL DYES FROM Lawsonia inermis (HENNA), Mangifera indica (MANGO), AND Terminalia catappa (TROPICAL ALMOND) LEAVES WITH POLYANILINE/GRAPHITE AS A COUNTER ELECTRODE
ABSTRACT
This study used natural extracts from Lawsonia inermis L. (Henna), Terminalia catappa L. (Tropical Almond), and Mangifera indica L. (Mango) as photosensitizers for dye-sensitized solar cells. The mango and tropical almond extracts were extracted using ethanol while the henna ex...
14. DEVELOPMENT OF A 5KG CAPACITY INDUCTION FURNACE FOR MELTING ALUMINIUM
ABSTRACT
Aluminium in Nigeria is a popular metallic element. Widely used to produce single domestic appliances and even industrial engine components. These components display a decrease in performance level after many years of service are discarded and they become waste that tend to be...
15. TYPOLOGY, CAUSATIVE FACTORS AND PREVENTIVE STRATEGIES OF ACCIDENT IN TECHNICAL COLLEGE WORKSHOPS IN KWARA AND KOGI STATES
Background to the Study
The fundamental emphasis of technical and vocational education programme is skills development. Technical education borders on acquisition of knowledge and skills in trades like woodwork, metalwork, electrical installations, electronics, block/bricklaying and con...
16. EXPLORING CROSS-LAMINATED TIMBER USE FOR TEMPORARY MILITARY STRUCTURES: BALLISTIC CONSIDERATIONS
ABSTRACT.
The design and construction of temporary military structures, built to house personnel in theater, have changed little since World War II. While lightweight, rapidly deployable, and quick to erect, these gage metal or wood frame structures provide minimal ballistic and blast p...
17. DESIGN, FABRICATION AND EVALUATION OF A BENISEED (Sesamum indicum L.) OIL EXPELLER
ABSRACT
Some physical and mechanical properties of two Nigerian beniseed accessions (Yandev-55 and E8) were determined at 5 moisture content levels of 5.3, 10.6, 16.1, 22.4, and 28.3 per cent (wet basis). These were used as inputs into designing a beniseed oil expeller, as available one...
18. DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF JOURNAL BEARING DEMONSTRATION RIG
ABSTRACT
The journal bearing demonstration rig is an apparatus which is used to study how pressure would vary around the section of a journal bearing at various speed of the shaft and loading conditions. The design of the journal bearing was done by the use of standard design procedures...
19. SYNTHESES AND CHARACTERIZATION OF MOLECULARLY IMPRINTED POLYMERS USING CHITOSAN-METHACRYLLIC ACID FOR SEQUESTRATION OF TOBACCO SPECIFIC NITROSAMINE ANALOGUES
Statement of Problem
The act and practice of smoking cigarette also impacts differently amongst respective societies, cultures and ecosystems but generally can be viewed under common mitigating factors(Suhrcke et al., 2006; Townsend et al., 2006; WHO, 2004; WHO, 2011a). As reported, (AS...
20. The Challenges of Implementing Standard Costing in Manufacturing Firms in Gumel Local Government Area
Background of the Study
Standard costing is a cost management tool used to measure the performance of manufacturing firms by comparing standard costs with actual costs. In Gumel Local Government Area (LGA), many manufacturing firms face challenges in adopting standard c...
21. The Impact of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems on Financial Management: A Study of Manufacturing Firms in Kaduna State
Background of the Study
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems integrate various business processes, including financial management, human resources, production, and inventory, into a single unified system. By automating and streamlining these processes, ERP systems help businesses...
22. An Evaluation of the Impact of Strategic Outsourcing on Operational Efficiency: A Study of Manufacturing Companies in Sokoto State
Background of the Study
Strategic outsourcing involves the delegation of non-core business functions to external service providers to enhance operational efficiency and allow firms to focus on their core competencies (Lacity & Willcocks, 2024). In the manufacturing industry, outsour...
23. Investigation into the Use of 3D Printing Technology in Engineering Education at Federal University, Lokoja, Kogi State
Background of the Study
The evolution of 3D printing technology has opened new horizons in engineering education, offering unprecedented opportunities for practical learning and innovation. At the Federal University in Lokoja, Kogi State, the incorporation of 3D printing...
24. Evaluation of AI-Based Methods for Detecting Fake University Admissions in Federal University Gusau, Zamfara State
Background of the Study
University admissions are critical gateways to academic success, and ensuring the authenticity of application materials is paramount. At Federal University Gusau, Zamfara State, traditional admissions screening methods are increasingly challenged b...
25. Development of an AI-Based University Academic Integrity Monitoring System in University of Abuja, FCT
Background of the Study
Academic integrity is the cornerstone of higher education, ensuring that scholarship and ethical conduct are maintained. With rapid technological advancements, universities are increasingly challenged by academic misconduct such as plagiarism, chea...
26. The role of vocational education in enhancing innovation and creativity among undergraduates in Shiroro Local Government Area, Niger State
Background of the study
Innovation and creativity are indispensable in today’s competitive academic and industrial landscapes. In Shiroro Local Government Area, vocational education is emerging as a transformative tool that nurtures innovative thinking among undergr...
27. An examination of school infrastructure for technical education in Langtang South Local Government Area, Plateau State
Background of the Study:
The quality of school infrastructure is a cornerstone of effective technical education, directly influencing learning outcomes and skill acquisition. In Langtang South Local Government Area, Plateau State, the state of physical facilities, laborato...
28. The effect of vocational education on students' adaptability to modern industries in Kirfi Local Government Area, Bauchi State.
Background of the Study
Vocational education is increasingly recognized as a fundamental instrument for preparing students to thrive in modern industrial environments. In Kirfi Local Government Area, Bauchi State, the evolving landscape of modern industries necessitates that students ac...
29. An examination of library makerspaces and their impact on UX in Benue State University, Makurdi, Makurdi LGA, Benue State
Background of the Study
Library makerspaces have emerged as innovative hubs designed to foster creativity, collaboration, and hands-on learning through access to tools such as 3D printers, robotics kits, and digital fabrication equipment. At Benue State University, the inc...
30. AN EVALUATION OF RETRACTED PUBLICATIONS AND THEIR IMPACT ON ACADEMIC REPUTATION AT EDWIN CLARK UNIVERSITY, KIAGBODO, DELTA STATE
Background of the Study
Retracted publications serve as a measure of scholarly accountability, often indicating lapses in research methodology or ethical standards. At Edwin Clark University, an increasing number of retractions have raised concerns about research quality a...
31. AN APPRAISAL OF UNIVERSITY RESEARCH ETHICS ON SCIENTOMETRIC IMPACT AT BABCOCK UNIVERSITY, ILISHAN-REMO, OGUN STATE
Background of the Study
Research ethics is foundational to the integrity and credibility of scholarly output, particularly in the evolving landscape of scientometric assessments. At universities such as Babcock University, the enforcement of ethical standards—such as...
32. AN INVESTIGATION OF THE ROLE OF INFORMATION LITERACY IN COMBATING ACADEMIC DISHONESTY AT IMO STATE UNIVERSITY, IMO STATE
Background of the Study
Academic dishonesty, encompassing plagiarism, cheating, and data fabrication, undermines the integrity of higher education. As information becomes increasingly accessible, students face both the opportunity and temptation to misuse it. Information l...
33. AN EXAMINATION OF THE EFFECTIVENESS OF LIBRARY MAKERSPACES IN FOSTERING CREATIVITY AMONG STUDENTS
Background of the Study
Library makerspaces are innovative environments that provide students with hands-on opportunities to engage with emerging technologies, tools, and creative processes. These collaborative spaces are designed to foster experimentation, innovation, and...
