The Directorate of Industrial Training Coordinating Unit (ITCU) at Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU), Bauchi, has issued a formal directive for all students eligible for the upcoming Students Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES). In adherence to the statutory requirements of the Federal Government and the Industrial Training Fund (ITF), a mandatory orientation exercise has been scheduled to equip students with the necessary professional ethics and operational knowledge required for a successful industrial attachment.
This orientation serves as a critical bridge between academic theory and professional practice. It is designed to familiarize students with the logbook filling process, the code of conduct at the workplace, and the criteria for successful supervision and eventual grading.
Event Schedule and Logistics
The Directorate has finalized the following arrangements for the exercise. Punctuality is emphasized, as the registration of attendees will form part of the official SIWES documentation.
Date: Thursday, 5th February, 2026
Time: 9:00 am Prompt
Venue: 1000-Seat Lecture Theatre, ATBU Bauchi
The event will feature a keynote presentation from the Bauchi State ITF Area Manager, alongside other industry stakeholders. These experts will provide first-hand information on the expectations of employers and the legal protections available to students during their placement.
Target Faculties and Eligibility
The ITCU has identified specific faculties where industrial training is a compulsory component of the degree requirement. Attendance is strictly mandatory for students from:
Faculty of Agriculture and Agricultural Technology
Faculty of Science
Faculty of Management Sciences
Faculty of Technology Education
Administrative Compliance and Directives
The notice, signed by Yahuza Haruna Gital, Deputy Registrar (ITCU), on behalf of the Director, makes it explicitly clear that participation in this orientation is a non-negotiable prerequisite. Students who fail to attend may find themselves ineligible to receive the official SIWES placement letters or the subsequent allowances provided by the ITF.
Students are advised to come with writing materials to note down specific instructions regarding the Electronic Logbook system and the insurance coverage details for the duration of their training. Punctuality is not just a suggestion but a requirement, as the 1000-seat theatre is expected to be filled to capacity.
Final Reminders for SIWES-Bound Students
Ensure you have your student identity card for verification at the entrance. The orientation is the official starting point of your journey into the corporate world; as such, professional conduct is expected throughout the presentations. This exercise is the university's way of ensuring that every ATBU ambassador sent to the industry is well-groomed, highly disciplined, and technically prepared to excel.