A TECHNICAL REPORT ON THE STUDENTS INDUSTRIAL WORK EXPERIENCE SCHEME (SIWES)

HELD AT:

UNILORIN FM 89.3, UNIVERSITY OF ILORIN, ILORIN, KWARA STATE.

PRESENTED BY:

NAME: Jamiu Azeezat Oyinkansola

MATRIC NO: 24/15CF114

DEPARTMENT: Performing and Film Arts

INSTITUTION: University of Ilorin

DATE: 10th of APRIL, 2026.

This report provides a detailed account of the four-week industrial attachment undertaken at Unilorin
FM 89.3. The training focused on the technical and creative aspects of broadcasting, including digital
audio editing using Adobe Audition, transmitter room operations, and radio drama production. The
primary goal was to bridge the gap between theatrical performance theory and the practical
requirements of professional radio broadcasting.
TABLE OF CONTENTS

Title Page ................................................................................ i

Report Overview ..................................................................... ii

Table of Contents ................................................................... iii

Chapter 1: Introduction

1.1 Background ...................................................................... 1

1.2 Objectives ......................................................................... 1

Chapter 2: Description of the Establishment

2.1 Location and Brief History ................................................ 2

2.2 Objectives of Establishment ............................................. 2

2.3 Organisational Structure (Organogram) .......................... 2

2.4 Departments and Functions ............................................. 3

Chapter 3: Technical Training and Audio Operations ...... 4

Chapter 4: Transmission and Creative Production ........... 5

Chapter 5: Summary, Conclusion, and Recommendations

5.1 Summary of Activities .....................................................6

5.2 Problems Encountered .................................................... 6

5.3 Suggestions for Improvement .......................................... 6

INTRODUCTION

1.1 Background

The Students Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES) was established by the Industrial Training
Fund (ITF) to solve the problem of lack of adequate practical skills preparatory for employment in
industries by Nigerian graduates. The scheme was designed to expose students to machines and
equipment, professional work methods, and ways of safeguarding the work area and workers in
industries and other organizations.

As a student of Performing and Theatre Arts at the University of Ilorin, being attached to Unilorin FM
89.3 is a direct way to apply classroom knowledge of vocal performance, characterization, and dramatic
literature to the media industry. This report covers the four-week period of my attachment, during
which I explored the intersection between theatre and digital broadcasting.

1.2 Objectives

The specific objectives of my industrial attachment at Unilorin FM include:

1. To gain practical knowledge of Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs), specifically Adobe Audition 1.5,
for editing and production.

2. To understand the technical workflow of a radio station, from the Production Room to the Live (On-
Air) Studio.

3. To study the hardware infrastructure required for FM broadcasting, such as the Transmitter and its
maintenance.

4. To apply theatrical training in a professional Voice Booth setting, focusing on vocal projection and
radio drama production.

5. To learn the importance of timing, precision in utterances, and studio etiquette in a live-to-audience
environment.
 CHAPTER 2

DESCRIPTION OF THE ESTABLISHMENT

2.1 Location and Brief History of Establishment

Unilorin FM 89.3 is the official campus radio station of the University of Ilorin. It is situated within the
Faculty of Communication and Information Sciences (CIS) on the main campus in Ilorin, Kwara State. The
station was established to provide a voice for the university community and to serve as a practical
training ground for students in communication, performing arts, and engineering. Since its inception, it
has maintained a reputation for quality broadcasting and academic support.

2.2 Objectives of Establishment

1. To provide accurate and timely news, educational content, and entertainment to the University of
Ilorin and its surrounding areas.

2. To bridge the gap between classroom theory and professional media practice for students.

3. To promote the university’s research, cultural events, and academic achievements through its
programming.

4. To maintain technical excellence in signal transmission on the 89.3 FM frequency.

2.3 Organisational Structure (Including Organogram)

The station operates under a structured hierarchy designed for efficiency. At the top is the General
Manager, who oversees all operations. Under the manager are several unit heads, including the Head of
GENERAL MANGER
Programs, Head of News, and the Chief Engineer. The staff also includes Duty Continuity Announcers
(DCA), Producers, Marketing Officers, and the Technical Team , who handle studio maintenance and
signal flow.

Head of programs Head of Head of news

Programs Unit: This unit is responsible for creative content, scripting, and the daily broadcast schedule.

Production and Engineering Unit: This is the technical core of the station. They manage the recording
studios, the Transmitter Room, and the maintenance of all audio equipment.

News and Current Affairs Unit: This department focuses on news gathering, editing bulletins, and
reporting on university and national events.

Marketing Unit: This unit handles the commercial side of the station, including advertisements, jingle
placements, and revenue generation.

Marketing officers Technical

REPORT ON WORK CARRIED OUT (WEEKS 1 & 2)

3.1 Introduction to Digital Audio Editing

During the first week of my attachment, I was assigned to the Production Department to learn the
fundamentals of digital audio editing. I worked primarily with Adobe Audition 1.5, where I was taught
how to navigate the Edit and Multi-track views.

I learned that for broadcast-quality audio, files must be recorded at a 44100Hz sample rate in Stereo. My
practical tasks involved cleaning audio clips by identifying and removing background noise and dead air
(periods of silence). I also learned about the -5minute rule,which ensures that a one-hour scheduled
program is edited to exactly 55 minutes to allow the Duty Continuity Announcer (DCA) space for station
IDs and transitions.

3.2 Review of Production Workflow

The second week was interrupted by a government declared Public Holiday, which meant physical
studio sessions were suspended. I used this period to review the theoretical stages of production:

Pre-production: Scripting and planning.

Production: The actual recording of voices and sounds.

Post-production: Mixing, adding effects, and final editing.

REPORT ON WORK CARRIED OUT (WEEKS 3 & 4)

4.1 Transmitter Operations and Signal Flow

In week three, I moved from the production suites to the Transmitter Room (Engine Room) to
understand how the 89.3 FM signal reaches the audience. I observed that the transmitter is a highly
sensitive piece of hardware that generates significant heat, requiring constant cooling from industrial
fans and Air Conditioning.

I also studied the power backup system, noting that the station relies on a Power Generator and solar
power to stay on-air during outages. I observed a desktop system running specialized software that acts
as a continuous Logger, recording every second of live broadcast as a legal and technical backup.

4.2 On-Air Studio and Radio Drama Production

I toured the Live (On-Air) Studio, which is technologically superior to the analogue production room. It
uses Digital Consoles and Zara Radio software for queuing music and programs.

During week four, I had the practical opportunity to participate in a Radio Drama series. Unlike my
previous technical observations, I was part of the voice cast. I performed inside the acoustically padded
Voice Booth while the production team monitored me from the main control room. I learned to use the
Talkback system to receive instructions from the director and practiced vocal projection to ensure
character clarity. This session concluded with an observation of the layering process, where the crew
added Sound Effects (SFX) to the recorded vocals in the Multi-track view.
 CHAPTER 5:

SUMMARY, CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS

5.1 Summary of Attachment Activities

My time at Unilorin FM 89.3 provided a comprehensive education in both the technical and creative
sides of broadcasting. I gained hands-on experience in digital editing, observed the critical maintenance
required for signal transmission, and applied my theatrical training to radio drama performance.

5.2 Problems Encountered

The most significant challenge was adjusting to the high-pressure environment of the Live Studio, where
mistakes in utterances cannot be edited out. Additionally, the frequent power fluctuations required
quick thinking to ensure the transmitter remained cooled and operational.

5.3 Suggestions for Improvement

For the Establishment: I suggest a gradual update of the production computers to handle more modern
versions of editing software, which would further improve the speed of post-production.

For the SIWES Scheme: It would be beneficial if the department organized a pre-attachment workshop
specifically on Digital Consoles, as the jump from classroom theory to the live studio board is quite large.