1. A PRESENTATION ON
STUDENT INDUSTRIAL WORK EXPERIENCE SCHEME
AT
BALOSH
BY
ABIYO JOY ESEKHILE
18/187145012
DEPARTMENT OF PETROLEUM ENGINEERING
FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY
UNIVERSITY OF CALABAR.
FROM
AUGUST 2023 – JANUARY ,2O24
IN PARTIAL FULFILMENT OF THE REQUIREMENT FOR THE AWARD OF BACHELOR OF
PETROLEUM ENGINEERING(B.ENG)
2. GENERAL BACKGROUND & NAME OF COMPANY
BALOSH is the No. 1 access control company in Nigeria. Operating successfully
since 2005, we pride ourselves as the most innovative in the industry. Our growing
success has been achieved through our ability to understand the specific
requirements of each client coupled with our unrivaled level of service and
workmanship.
BALOSH’S reputation in the industry is outstanding: we have never lost
sight of what is most important in our business – providing solutions that
actually work and also the required after-sales services to support our
customers. It is the focus on excellent service delivery that has allowed us
to thrive over the last 15 years.
From the initial enquiry through to the final handover of works, we handle
each project with the individual attention a customer expects. Pride is
particularly taken in the efficiency of our delivery times. We are able to
achieve this through our professional workforce and our various successful
technical and working partnerships.
BALOSH has an outstanding reputation for repeat business as a result of
our ability to deliver quality services on time and within budget. To
maintain our reputation, we stay abreast with the latest technology and
continually invest in our people.
3. ORGANIZATION STRUCTURE OF BALOSH
human
resource
manager
operation
manager
Account and
Audit manager
Software
developer
business
development
manager
technical
support
supervisor
4. DESCRIPTION OF WORK DONE
During my stay in BALOSH, I was assigned to the service and
maintenance department as a security and automated device checker.
Job duties in the department includes; Keep equipment available for use,
inspecting and different smart security devices; completing preventive
maintenance such as remote locking and unlocking. Maintaining security
protocol functional condition by listening to operator complaints;
conducting inspections, Access Control: Administrators can manage
access permissions for multiple users and monitor entry logs in real-time.
6. I WORKED ON SMART LOCK
Remote Locking and Unlocking
Remote Locking and Unlocking: Users can lock and unlock doors remotely using a
smartphone app or web portal.
Keyless Entry: Eliminates the need for traditional keys by using PIN codes, RFID
cards, or biometric authentication methods.
Access Control: Administrators can manage access permissions for multiple
users and monitor entry logs in real-time.
Tamper Alerts: Notifies users of any unauthorized attempts to tamper with the
lock or door.
Battery Backup: Ensures continuous operation during power outages with backup
battery support.
Auto-Locking: Automatically locks the door after a set period of time for added
security.
7. APPLICATIONS AND USE CASES
- Parking Facilities: Used to control access to parking lots, garages, and
gated communities, ensuring only authorized vehicles can enter.
- Toll Booths: Installed at toll plazas to regulate the flow of vehicles and
facilitate toll collection processes.
- Restricted Areas: Deployed in sensitive or secure locations such as
military bases, government buildings, and industrial sites to restrict
unauthorized access.
8. MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS AND TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS
Regularly inspect the smart lock for signs of wear, damage, or malfunction,
and replace batteries as needed to ensure uninterrupted operation.
Keep the lock and surrounding area clean and free of debris to prevent
interference with the locking mechanism.
Follow manufacturer's guidelines for firmware updates and security patches
to address potential vulnerabilities and enhance device performance.
In the event of connectivity issues or lock malfunctions, refer to the
troubleshooting section of the user manual or contact our customer support
team for assistance.
9. PERSONAL CHALLENGES
I wasn’t allowed to repair & trouble shoot smart security device alone. So, for
every device I was given to repair with my boss, I could not see the impact of
the maintenance made. And I was not allowed to perform repairs outside, I was
restricted to the workshop. With the way I was also treated at times wasn’t
nice by the workshop punishing me for not learning so fast or helping a friend
concerning what he/she should concerning a repair
10. CONCLUSION
The in cooperation of SIWES program in the engineering syllabus is a brilliant
idea because it offers me the opportunity to expose myself to practical work and
experience the use of theoretical knowledge gained in the class room. I was
actually exposed to computer diagnoses of a wide range of automobile brands. I
was involved in so many repairs maintenance and parts replacement in different
car brands. I became familiar with the use of modern tools and equipment as well
as there working principle. The program for me became an eye opener to life as a
working-class individual, human relationship and work environment. In overall, I
learn how to look at automobile and used my experience to detect fault and
proffer solution. This is an attribute that is new born and I have taken the
responsibility to build it up, thanks to SIWES.
