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Welcome to the Department of Science Laboratory Technology
The Department of Science Laboratory Technology is under the school of pure and applied sciences
Welcome to the Department of Science Laboratory Technology

The Department of Science Laboratory Technology is under the school of pure and applied sciences

Department Overview

Welcome note from the

HOD of Science Laboratory Technology Department

Amusa Razaq Alade, Ph.D

BSc.,MSc.,PhD (Physics), HOD

welcome note from the HOD Science Laboratory Technology

Science Laboratory technology Department is one of the foundation academic department of the Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro.  It was established in November, 1979.. The department started off with a student population of eighteen (18), all in the first year of the then Nigerian National Diploma pro...
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Science Laboratory technology Department is one of the foundation academic department of the Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro.  It was established in November, 1979.. The department started off with a student population of eighteen (18), all in the first year of the then Nigerian National Diploma programs under the able leadership of Dr. K. O. Jibodu as the pioneer Head of Department.The department had an academic staff strength of nine (9) and five (5) supporting staff during its first two years of existing. The first set of students in the programme proceeded to the Higher National Diploma without breaking the Polytechnic education into two tiers.  Our first set of National Diploma stu...

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What we do in the Department of Science Laboratory Technology

Overview

Science Laboratory technology Department is one of the foundation academic department of the Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro.  It was established in November, 1979.

The department started off with a student population of eighteen (18), all in the first year of the then Nigerian National Diploma programmes under the able leadership of Dr. K. O. Jibodu as the pioneer Head of Department.  The department had an academic staff strength of nine (9) and five (5) supporting staff during its first two years of existing.

The first set of students in the programme proceeded to the Higher National Diploma without breaking the Polytechnic education into two tiers.  Our first set of National Diploma students graduated at the end of the 1981/1982 academic session while the Higher National Diploma students graduated at the end of the 1982/1983 academic session.

Presently, the Department staff strength has grown to forty four (44) Academic staff and ten (10) supporting staff with a substantive academic growth in our programs at Higher National Diploma Level with options in chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Environmental  Biology and Physics with electronics.

Over the years, with support of the institution the department have embarked on a rigorous staff development aimed at sharpening the research and teaching skills of staff by sponsoring them to attend conferences (both local and international), seminars, workshops, short and long term courses leading to award of higher degrees.

At the helm of the affairs are the following that had served as the Head of Department.

  1. Dr. K. O. Jibodu                                         August, 1980 – November, 1991
  2. Mr. J. I. Akamike                                        December, 1991 – November, 1994
  3. Mr. T. O. B Oke                                          December, 1994 – June 1999
  4. Mr. J. I. Akamike                                        July, 1999 – December, 2001
  5. Dr. R. A. Oloyo                                           January, 2002 – March, 2005
  6. Mr. S. O. Ojuawo                                        April, 2005 – April, 2009
  7. Dr. (Mrs.) R. T. Oyede                                May, 2009 – April, 2013
  8. Mrs. O. O. Pikuda                                       May, 2013 – May, 2017
  9. Mr. B. G. Osinfade                                      May, 2017 – Dec. 2019
  10. Mr. Afolayan.                                                Jan 2019 - Dec. 2022
  11. Dr. R. A. Amusa.                                         Jan 2023 - till date

In recognition of the crop of dedicated competent and quality staff in the department, the department among other academic departments in the Polytechnic has the highest record of having its staff appointed staff to serve the institution at high level of academic and administrative responsibility.

Member of staff have served as Rector, Deputy Rector, Director of Polyconsult and Industrial Service, Dean of School, Dean of Student Affairs among others.

Members of staff of this department have also projected the image of the institution through publication of their research efforts in local and international journals and being members of national and international professional bodies. 

 

Our Objectives

The aims to produce technologists who would be able to Undertake equipment repair and instrumentation and prepare students for employment in related work such as sales, marketing, administration, and management in industry and also for self-employment.

NATIONAL DIPLOMA [FULL-TIME]

MODE OF STUDY :

Mode of Study: Full Time | Time-Table: Day | Duration: 4 Semester

SCHOOL :

SCHOOL OF PURE AND APPLIED SCIENCES

COURSE OBJECTIVES [FULL-TIME]

The programme's goal is to produce technicians capable of carrying out various laboratory analysis and practical works under the supervision of a technologist. The course is intended to produce technicians who will: Assist in chemical analysis and quality control in: Industry (oil, food, brewing, detergent, textile etc.) Hospitals, schools, colleges and research institutions. Assist in physical and electronic laboratories with physical analyses and the maintenance of instrumentation. Assist in biological and biochemical analysis and experiments in hospitals, schools, colleges and research institutes. The course is expected to prepare students for employment in related work such as sales, marketing, administration and management in industry and also, for self employment.

MODE OF STUDY [FULL-TIME]

Full-Time

COURSE OBJECTIVES [FULL-TIME]

The programme's goal is to produce technicians capable of carrying out various laboratory analysis and practical works under the supervision of a technologist. The course is intended to produce technicians who will: Assist in chemical analysis and quality control in: Industry (oil, food, brewing, detergent, textile etc.) Hospitals, schools, colleges and research institutions. Assist in physical and electronic laboratories with physical analyses and the maintenance of instrumentation. Assist in biological and biochemical analysis and experiments in hospitals, schools, colleges and research institutes. The course is expected to prepare students for employment in related work such as sales, marketing, administration and management in industry and also, for self employment.

NATIONAL DIPLOMA [PART-TIME]

MODE OF STUDY :

SCHOOL :

SCHOOL OF PURE AND APPLIED SCIENCES

COURSE OBJECTIVES [PART-TIME]

The programme's goal is to produce technicians capable of carrying out various laboratory analysis and practical works under the supervision of a technologist. The course is intended to produce technicians who will: Assist in chemical analysis and quality control in: Industry (oil, food, brewing, detergent, textile etc.) Hospitals, schools, colleges and research institutions. Assist in physical and electronic laboratories with physical analyses and the maintenance of instrumentation. Assist in biological and biochemical analysis and experiments in hospitals, schools, colleges and research institutes. The course is expected to prepare students for employment in related work such as sales, marketing, administration and management in industry and also, for self employment.

MODE OF STUDY [PART-TIME]

Mode of Study: Part Time | Time-Table: Day/weekend | Duration: 6 Semester

COURSE OBJECTIVES [PART-TIME]

The programme's goal is to produce technicians capable of carrying out various laboratory analysis and practical works under the supervision of a technologist. The course is intended to produce technicians who will: Assist in chemical analysis and quality control in: Industry (oil, food, brewing, detergent, textile etc.) Hospitals, schools, colleges and research institutions. Assist in physical and electronic laboratories with physical analyses and the maintenance of instrumentation. Assist in biological and biochemical analysis and experiments in hospitals, schools, colleges and research institutes. The course is expected to prepare students for employment in related work such as sales, marketing, administration and management in industry and also, for self employment.

HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA [FULL-TIME]

HND MODE OF STUDY [FULL-TIME]

Mode of Study: Full Time | Time-Table: Day | Duration: 4 Semester

HND COURSE OBJECTIVES [FULL-TIME]

The Department offers Higher National Diploma (SLT) in Chemistry, Physics with Electronics and Micro Biology. The programme's goal is to produce technologists capable of carrying out various laboratory analyses and practical works independently. Specifically, the graduates should be able to; Carry out chemical analysis and quality control in Industries (Oil, Food, brewing, detergent, textile, etc.), Hospitals, schools, colleges, and research institutes. Carry out general chemical work in industrial and academic laboratories. Assist in biochemical analysis and experiments in hospitals, schools, colleges, and research institutes. Prepare students for employment in related work such as sales, marketing, administration, and management in industry and also for self-employment. The Department offers Higher National Diploma in Science Laboratory Technology (Physics Option) is designed to produce technologists who would be able to Undertake equipment repair and instrumentation. Calibrate and install equipment. Design circuits for application to electronic systems/ Design and fabricate electronic equipment for industrial and other uses. Automate industrial processes.

HND MODE OF STUDY [FULL-TIME]

MODE OF STUDY :

Mode of Study: Full Time | Time-Table: Day | Duration: 4 Semester

HND COURSE OBJECTIVES [FULL-TIME]

The Department offers Higher National Diploma (SLT) in Chemistry, Physics with Electronics and Micro Biology. The programme's goal is to produce technologists capable of carrying out various laboratory analyses and practical works independently. Specifically, the graduates should be able to; Carry out chemical analysis and quality control in Industries (Oil, Food, brewing, detergent, textile, etc.), Hospitals, schools, colleges, and research institutes. Carry out general chemical work in industrial and academic laboratories. Assist in biochemical analysis and experiments in hospitals, schools, colleges, and research institutes. Prepare students for employment in related work such as sales, marketing, administration, and management in industry and also for self-employment. The Department offers Higher National Diploma in Science Laboratory Technology (Physics Option) is designed to produce technologists who would be able to Undertake equipment repair and instrumentation. Calibrate and install equipment. Design circuits for application to electronic systems/ Design and fabricate electronic equipment for industrial and other uses. Automate industrial processes.

ENTRY REQUIREMENT

HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA (HND) PROGRAMMES

NATIONAL DIPLOMA (ND) PROGRAMMES

WAEC,GCE[O/L],SSCE,NECO,NABTEB or equivalent with Credits in English Language, Mathematics, and two from Physics, Biology/Agric Science/Health Science and Chemistry,  and any one from other subject from Technical Drawing, Metal or Wood Work, Basic Electricity, Geography,  Further Mathematics and Fine Art. At least a pass in each of the three basic science - Physics, Biology, and Chemistry.  And Relevant NTC/NBC &NVC Trades.

HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA (HND) PROGRAMMES

Applicants seeking Higher National Diploma [HND] admission must possess the basic entry requirements for the National Diploma Programme.  In addition, the applicant must possess the ND in Science Laboratory Technology  obtained at not less than the Lower Credit level from the Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro or from any other Polytechnic accredited for the programme, or its recognised equivalent plus a minimum of one [1] year post qualification relevant industrial work experience. The candidate should also request his or her institution to forward his or her official academic transcript under confidential cover to the Registrar, Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro.

HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA [PART-TIME]

HND MODE OF STUDY [FULL-TIME]

MODE OF STUDY :

Mode of Study: Full Time | Time-Table: Day | Duration: 4 Semester

HND COURSE OBJECTIVES [FULL-TIME]

The Department offers Higher National Diploma (SLT) in Chemistry, Physics with Electronics and Micro Biology. The programme's goal is to produce technologists capable of carrying out various laboratory analyses and practical works independently. Specifically, the graduates should be able to; Carry out chemical analysis and quality control in Industries (Oil, Food, brewing, detergent, textile, etc.), Hospitals, schools, colleges, and research institutes. Carry out general chemical work in industrial and academic laboratories. Assist in biochemical analysis and experiments in hospitals, schools, colleges, and research institutes. Prepare students for employment in related work such as sales, marketing, administration, and management in industry and also for self-employment. The Department offers Higher National Diploma in Science Laboratory Technology (Physics Option) is designed to produce technologists who would be able to Undertake equipment repair and instrumentation. Calibrate and install equipment. Design circuits for application to electronic systems/ Design and fabricate electronic equipment for industrial and other uses. Automate industrial processes.

ENTRY REQUIREMENT

HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA (HND) PROGRAMMES

NATIONAL DIPLOMA (ND) PROGRAMMES

WAEC,GCE[O/L],SSCE,NECO,NABTEB or equivalent with Credits in English Language, Mathematics, and two from Physics, Biology/Agric Science/Health Science and Chemistry,  and any one from other subject from Technical Drawing, Metal or Wood Work, Basic Electricity, Geography,  Further Mathematics and Fine Art. At least a pass in each of the three basic science - Physics, Biology, and Chemistry.  And Relevant NTC/NBC &NVC Trades.

HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA (HND) PROGRAMMES

Applicants seeking Higher National Diploma [HND] admission must possess the basic entry requirements for the National Diploma Programme.  In addition, the applicant must possess the ND in Science Laboratory Technology  obtained at not less than the Lower Credit level from the Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro or from any other Polytechnic accredited for the programme, or its recognised equivalent plus a minimum of one [1] year post qualification relevant industrial work experience. The candidate should also request his or her institution to forward his or her official academic transcript under confidential cover to the Registrar, Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro.