The ND Electrical/Electronic Engineering programme develops technicians skilled in electrical machines, power systems, electronics, instrumentation, and maintenance for industry and utilities.
NBTE programme objectives
- Install, test, and maintain electrical and electronic equipment and systems
- Apply circuit theory, machines, and measurement techniques in practical settings
- Read and work from electrical drawings, specifications, and standards
- Observe electrical safety standards and regulatory requirements
- Support power, control, and instrumentation projects under supervision
Programme structure (NBTE)
- 4 semesters (approximately 2 years)
- 17 weeks per semester (15 teaching weeks + 2 weeks registration/examinations)
- Minimum 72–80 semester credit units (varies by programme) to graduate
- 3–4 months Supervised Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES)
- Curriculum components: General Education courses; Foundation courses; Professional courses; SIWES
About the Programme
RECTEM provides laboratory and workshop training in electrical engineering science, circuits, machines, measurements, and electronics. Graduates support installation, testing, operation, and maintenance of electrical and electronic equipment across power, manufacturing, and telecommunications sectors.
Programme Outcomes
- Install, test, and maintain electrical and electronic equipment and systems
- Apply circuit theory, machines, and measurement techniques in practical settings
- Read and work from electrical drawings and specifications
- Observe electrical safety standards and regulatory requirements
- Support power, control, and instrumentation projects under supervision
Career Opportunities
Technicians are employed in power utilities, manufacturing, oil and gas, telecommunications, and maintenance services.
- Electrical Engineering Technician
- Electronics Technician
- Power Systems Technician
- Control & Instrumentation Technician
- Maintenance Technician
- Broadcast / Telecom Technician
- Solar & Renewable Energy Technician
- Electrical Contractor (Junior)
Admission Requirements
Admission to the ND Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology at RECTEM follows the NBTE-approved curriculum entry requirements and the college's published admissions policy.
O-Level entry
Five credit passes in G.C.E. Ordinary Level, SSCE, WASC, NECO, NTC, or Teachers Grade II, obtained at not more than two sittings, including English Language, Mathematics, Physics, and any two science subjects.
NTC entry
National Technician Certificate (NTC) in an electrical trade with credit passes in Mathematics, Physics, and one other subject, plus a credit pass in English Language.
Pre-ND entry
Four credit passes in an NBTE-recognised Pre-ND programme, including Mathematics, Physics, and two other science subjects, plus a credit pass in English Language.
JAMB UTME (full-time)
JAMB Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) scores are used in the selection of full-time candidates, as stated in the current UTME brochure.
Part-time
Part-time applicants may be exempt from JAMB UTME. Confirm current policy with the admissions office.
See ND admissions for full-time and part-time policies, or apply online.
