IoT-ENABLED OFFICE SYSTEMS: ENHANCING WORKPLACE EFFICIENCY THROUGH ADVANCED TVET TRAINING IN ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING IN SOUTHWEST NIGERIA

Abstract

In the developing world, the IoT-enabled office systems are going to the next level of office
efficiency. The objective of this research is to investigate how advanced Technical and Vocational
Education and Training (TVET) in Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE) can enhance the
promotion of IoT-enabled office systems implementation in Southwest Nigeria using a descriptive
survey method. Data were collected using structured questionnaires distributed to 250 respondents
comprising TVET educators and trainees, as well as industry stakeholders. This paper provides
insight into advanced TVET training that is crucial in developing person IoT-specific skills and
enhancing workplace productivity, energy utilization, and communication networks. The results
of the study reveal some of the key challenges which restrict the IoT development in academic
institutions: outdated curricula, lack of hands-on experience with IoT tools for academic
institutions, and poor collaboration with the industry. The suggested measures include revising
TVET curricula to include IoT skills and competencies, improving access to IoT infrastructure,
and strengthening industry-academic partnerships.