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Daniel, E I, Oshodi, O S and Odediran, S (2024) An Exploration of Construction Craftspeople Apprentice Training: Evidence from the UK. International Journal of Construction Education and Research, 20(02), 218–40.

Deepak, M and Mahesh, G (2024) Developing an Assessment Framework for Evaluating Knowledge-Based Safety Culture in Construction Organizations. International Journal of Construction Education and Research, 20(02), 177–96.

Ghosh, S, Nourihamedani, M, Reyes, M and Snyder, L (2024) Association Between Leading Indicators of Safety Performance in Construction Projects. International Journal of Construction Education and Research, 20(02), 121–35.

Ibrahim, K, Adebowale, O J, Dodo, M, Zailani, B M, Lukman, O and Kajimo-Shakantu, K (2024) Challenges and Coping Strategies of Built Environment Students During Students Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES): Perspective from Nigeria. International Journal of Construction Education and Research, 20(02), 157–76.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: Built environment students; Nigeria; SIWES, Universities;
  • ISBN/ISSN: 1557-8771
  • URL: https://doi.org/10.1080/15578771.2023.2203957
  • Abstract:
    Deficiencies associated with the proficiency of many Nigerian Built Environment graduates are a source of concern for the nation and academic community. A major factor responsible for the dysfunction are the challenges facing undergraduate students during the Students Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES). The purpose of this study is to investigate major challenges confronting students during SIWES and further propose measures to mitigate the challenges. Data was collected using quantitative research methods from 159 undergraduate students spread across six departments of the built environment. The findings reveal that the commitment of instructors, duration of the program, inadequate training resources, menial works allocated to students, and uncomfortable work environment were major challenges confronting the students during SIWES. The study found the need for routine stakeholders’ engagement meetings, reevaluation of the program duration, synchronization of policies and regulations, simplified registration and documentation, timely placement of students in relevant organizations, and gender parity. The Industrial Training Fund (ITF), institutions, and employers could consider findings from this study as a basis to improve the performance of SIWES.

Irfan, M, Jalil, A, Khan, M and Khan, S (2024) Effects of Welfare Facilities (Amenities for Well-Being) on the Satisfaction of Civil Engineers in Construction Industry. International Journal of Construction Education and Research, 20(02), 197–217.

Oluseye, O, Oyeyemi, O A, Ehis, O G and Aigbavboa, C (2024) Effects of Building contractors’ Value Systems on Corruption Manifestations in Nigeria’s Construction Sector. International Journal of Construction Education and Research, 20(02), 136–56.