A

TECHNICAL REPORT

ON

STUDENTS INDUSTRIAL WORK EXPERIENCE SCHEME (SIWES)

UNDERTAKEN AT

WOOLLEN AND SYNTHETIC TEXTILE MANUFACTURING INDUSTRY, OBA-

AKRAN, IKEJA, LAGOS STATE.

BY

OLUMOMI DAMILOLA ELIZABETH

ICH/19/071

SUBMITTED TO

THE DEPARTMENT OF CHEMICAL SCIENCES, OLUSEGUN AGAGU UNIVERSITY

OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY, OKITIPUPA, ONDO STATE, NIGERIA.

IN PARTIAL FULFILLMENT OF THE REQUIREMENT FOR THE AWARD OF

BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY (B.TECH) IN INDUSTRIAL CHEMISTRY

NOVEMBER, 2023.
 DECLARATION
I, OLUMOMI DAMILOLA ELIZABETH, hereby declare that this report was written by me
and is a record of all activities carried out during the SIWES period. All sources of information
are clearly acknowledge by means of references.

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Signature of student

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Date
 CERTIFICATION
I, certify that the activities reported in this SIWES report were carried out by OLUMOMI
DAMILOLA ELIZABETH to be submitted to the Department of Chemical Sciences, having
met the standard as required by the institution and approved as to contents and styled by:

………………

SIWES Supervisor Sign/Date

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Departmental Siwes Coordinator Sign/Date

DR T.F EDIAGBONYA ………………

H.O.D Chemical Science Sign/Date

 DEDICATION
My gratitude goes to GOD ALMIGHTY for His mercies, protection, and direction and also good
health continual guidance over me throughout the Industrial Training program.

I dedicate this technical report to my parents and my siblings who have always supported and
encouraged me in my studies and all my endeavors. Without their love, support and guidance, I
would not have been able to complete this industrial training.
 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
I would like to express my gratitude to WOOLLEN AND SYNTHETIC TEXTILE
MANUFACTURING INDUSTRY, OBA-AKRAN, IKEJA, and LAGOS STATE. , for
providing me with the opportunity to complete my industrial training at their organization. I am
deeply grateful to the management, head of department and staffs who welcomed and supported
me throughout my time there.

I would also like to thank my industrial tutor, MR UCHE, for their guidance and mentorship.
Their patience and expertise were invaluable as I learned and grew professionally.

Finally, I would like to thank my friends and family for their support and encouragement
throughout my studies and training. Their belief in me has been a constant source of motivation
and strength for me throughout this program.
 ABSTRACT
This report outlines the Student Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES) undertaken
within the woolen and synthetic textile manufacturing industry. The primary objective of the
internship was to provide students with practical exposure to industry practices, processes, and
challenges within textile production. During the internship, students were involved in various
stages of production, including fiber preparation, yarn spinning, weaving, dyeing, and finishing,
as well as learning about quality control, machinery maintenance, and sustainable production
techniques. The experience allowed students to bridge the gap between academic knowledge and
real-world applications, gaining valuable insights into the operational dynamics of textile
manufacturing, technological innovations, and environmental considerations. The report
concludes with a reflection on the skills developed and the industry's role in shaping future
textile engineers.

Frequently used terminologies:

Fiber: The raw material used to create yarn, which can be natural (such as wool or cotton) or
synthetic (such as polyester or nylon).

Spinning: The process of turning fibers into yarn or thread through twisting or drawing.

Yarn: A continuous strand of fibers, which can be twisted or plied, used for weaving or knitting
into fabric.

Weaving: The process of interlacing yarns in a particular pattern to form fabric.

Knitting: A process similar to weaving but involves creating fabric by interlocking loops of
yarn with needles.

Dyeing: The process of adding color to fibers or fabrics using different chemical methods.
 TABLE OF CONTENTS

CONTENTS
page
DECLARATION...................................................................................................................................
CERTIFICATION.................................................................................................................................
DEDICATION.......................................................................................................................................
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT.....................................................................................................................
ABSTRACT..........................................................................................................................................
TABLE OF CONTENTS......................................................................................................................
CHAPTER ONE....................................................................................................................................
INTRODUCTION.................................................................................................................................
 1.1 BRIEF OVERVIEW OF SIWES......................................................................................
 1.2 OBJECTIVES OF SIWES.................................................................................................
 1.2.1 ROLE OF ITF................................................................................................................
 1.2.2 ROLE OF EMPLOYERS..............................................................................................
 1.2.3 ROLE OF UNIVERSITIES..........................................................................................
 1.2.4 ROLE OF STUDENTS.................................................................................................
 1.2.5 SIWES GUIDELINES....................................................................................................
 1.2.6 BENEFITS OF SIWES...................................................................................................
CHAPTER 2........................................................................................................................................
 2.0 COMPANY PROFILE.......................................................................................................
 BRIEF HISTORY OF ORGANIZATION...............................................................................
 2.1 ORGANISATION CHART OF ENGEE PET MANUFACTURING COMPANY
NIGERIA LIMITED........................................................................................................................
2.2 MAJOR FUNCTIONS OF MAJOR DEPARTMENTS...............................................................
2.3 MISSION STATEMENT.......................................................................................................
2.4 CORE VALUES....................................................................................................................
CHAPTER 3........................................................................................................................................
INDUSTRIAL EXPERIENCE............................................................................................................
  3.1 JOBS DONE/EXPERIENCE GAINED.............................................................................
 3.2 INTRODUCTION TO LABORATORY...........................................................................
3.2 1 GOOD LABORATORY PRACTICES (GLP)......................................................................
 3.3 INTRODUCTION TO POLYETHYLENE TEREPHTHALATE (PET)..........................
3.3.1 OVERVIEW OF PET.........................................................................................................
3.3.2 Chemical Structure..............................................................................................................
 Physical properties of PET.......................................................................................................
3.3.3 Polymerization....................................................................................................................
3.3.4 Processing Techniques........................................................................................................
3.3.5 Applications of PET..........................................................................................................
3.3.6 Environmental Impact and Sustainability...........................................................................
3.3.7 Development of Bio-based PET..........................................................................................
3.3.8 Advanced Recycling Technologies.....................................................................................
3.3.9 Enhancements in PET Properties........................................................................................
Hydrolysis of Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) and Its Mechanisms.......................................
 3.4 INSTRUMENTATION/EQUIPMENT UTILIZED DURING SIWES.............................
3.5 PRODUCTION PROCESS....................................................................................................
3.5.1 PRODCUCTION FLOW CHART OF ENGE-PET MANUFACTURING COMPANY
......................................................................................................................................................
3.6 DETAILED/ACTUAL WORKDONE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE ACQUIRED................
3.6.1 TEST FOR ALKALINITY (FOR CW [CLARIFIED WATER] AND CWW
[CLARIFIED WASTE WATER])...................................................................................................
3.6.2 WATER ANALYSIS..............................................................................................................
3.6.3 WATER GENERATING PLANT..........................................................................................
 3.6.5 DETERMINATION OF ACETYL ALDEHEHYALE (AA).........................................
 3.6.6 DETERMINATION OF IV (INTRISIC VISCOSITY)..................................................
3.6.7 DETERMINATION OF CHEMICAL OXYGEN DEMAND (COD).............................
3.6.8 DETERMINATION OF MOISTURE CONTENT................................................................
3.6.9 HOW TO PREPARE PHENOL ORTHODOCHLOROBENZE (THE SOLVENT FOR
IV)....................................................................................................................................................
HOW TO DETERMINE THE CHLORINE AND SULPHATE IN CLARIFIED
WATER/CLARIFIED WASTE WATER.......................................................................................
CHAPTER FOUR...............................................................................................................................
SUMMARY, RECOMMENDATION AND CONCLUSION............................................................
PROBLEMS ENCOUNTERED AND POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS..............................................
EXPERIENCE GAINED....................................................................................................................
 RECOMMENDATION............................................................................................................
CONCLUSION............................................................................................................................
REFERENCES....................................................................................................................................
 CHAPTER ONE

INTRODUCTION
1.1 BRIEF OVERVIEW OF SIWES
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. SIWES
was established by the ITF as one of its programs. It was designed to give Nigeria students
undertaking a study in occupationally related courses in higher institutions to experience that
would supplement their theoretical learning in order to solve the problem of lack of adequate
practical skills preparatory for employment in industries by the Nigeria tertiary institutions.

The scheme exposes students to industry based skills necessary for 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 education institutions.

Participation in SIWES has become a necessary precondition for the award of diploma and
degree certificates in specific disciplines in most institutions of higher learning in the country, in
accordance with the education policy of the government.

• Operators: The ITF, the coordinating agencies [NUC,NCCE,NBTE], employers of labor and
the institutions

• Funding: The Federal Government of Nigeria

• Environmental, Science, Education, Medical Sciences and Pure Applied Sciences

• Duration: Four months for polytechnics and College of Education and six months for the
Universities

1.2 OBJECTIVES OF SIWES

Specifically, the objectives of the Students Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES) are to:
• Bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge acquired in classes and technical knowledge in
industries by providing students the opportunity to apply their educational knowledge in real
work situations.

• Provide an avenue for students in institutions of higher learning to acquire industrial skills and
experience in their course of study.

• Prepare students for the industrial work situation they are to meet after graduation.

• Expose students to work methods and techniques in handling equipment and machinery that
may not be available in their institutions.

• Make the transition from school to the world of work easier, and enhance students’ contacts for
later job placement.

• Enlist and strengthen employers, involvement in the entire educational process and prepare
students for employment in Industry and Commerce.

1.2.1 ROLE OF ITF

● Formulate policies and guidelines on SIWES for distribution to all the SIWES participating
bodies.

● Organize orientation programs for students prior to attachment.

● Provide information on companies for attachment and assist in industrial placement of

students.

1.2.2 ROLE OF EMPLOYERS

● Accept students and assign them to relevant on-the-job training..

● Provide tailor-made training programs for the students.

● Attach experienced staff to students for effective training and supervision.

1.2.3 ROLE OF UNIVERSITIES

• Appoint SIWES coordinator in schools
• Prepare and submit Masters and placement lists to the respective coordinating agency and ITF

• Place students on attachment with employers

• Organise orientation programmes for students to prepare them for industrial training

1.2.4 ROLE OF STUDENTS

• Comply with the employer’s rules and regulations.

• Keep proper records of training activities and other assignments in the logbook.

• Arrange their own accommodation during the period of attachment.

• Submit Log Books, Reports and other documents related to SIWES as required by their
institution at the end of the training period.

1.2.5 SIWES GUIDELINES

• Provide experience which is in line with the student course of study.

• Use various facilities and equipment appropriate for the various works.

• Provide satisfactory working environment.

• Provide supervisors from the employer.

• Provide opportunity to gain experience in various ways.

• Give feed back to the institution.

1.2.6 BENEFITS OF SIWES

There are many benefits derived from SIWES program some of which are as follows:

• The successful operations of the SIWES program will provide an Opportunity for the
government to reduce the importation of expatriate, Engineers, technologist and other
professional.
• It provides the opportunity for students to be in direct contact with junior, Intermediate and
senior professional staff in the industry.

• The scheme provides opportunity for the industries to evaluate the Prospective employees and
give healthy feedback to the institution.
CHAPTER 2