Engr.Sandra of Nnamdi Azikiwe University

This session will introduce participants to the fundamentals of electronics, covering key concepts such as current, voltage, resistance, and circuits. Students will learn the importance of electronics in everyday life and how electronic devices and systems power modern technology. The session will also highlight practical applications across various fields, including communication, healthcare, energy, and education, providing a foundation for hands-on activities and inspiring curiosity about STEM careers.She will introduce some basic hands on in electronics.

Biography:

Engr. Sandra Chioma Nwokoye is a Nigerian engineer, academic, and technology advocate who serves as a Lecturer II in the Department of Electronics and Computer Engineering at Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), Awka. She is also a Research and Development Personnel at the university’s Directorate of ICT, where she develops innovative solutions to address challenges within the university and surrounding communities.

She holds a B.Eng. in Electronics and Computer Engineering, an M.Eng. in Computer and Control Engineering, and a PGDE in Educational Foundations, all from Nnamdi Azikiwe University.

IEEE Roles & Contributions

Engr. Nwokoye is a committed and active member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE). Her leadership and volunteer roles within IEEE include:

• Publicity Secretary, IEEE Southeast Nigeria Subsection

• IEEE Women in Engineering (WIE) UNIZIK Student Branch Advisor

• IEEE WIE Day 2024 Ambassador, where she engaged with the IEEE WIE Global Network Community and led impactful programs

• IEEE Entrepreneurship Ambassador, representing the Ambassadors at the IEEE Africa Entrepreneurship Summit 2025 as a speaker

• Recognized as the 4th Best Ambassador for IEEE Entrepreneurship Week 2024 in Region 8 (Europe, Middle East, and Africa)

• Volunteer with the IEEE Humanitarian Activities Board (HAB), contributing to renewable energy projects in rural communities

Email:

Address:NO 12 Nwafia Lane, , Amawbia, Nigeria

Gabriel

The speaker will guide participants through two exciting hands-on sessions and a career talk. In Hands-on Session 2, participants will learn how to build a Light Controlled LED circuit using sensors to automatically control light intensity. Hands-on Session 3 will focus on designing a Rain Detection System that senses rainfall and triggers an alert.

After the practical sessions, the speaker will deliver a STEM Careers Talk on “Opportunities in Electronics and Engineering,” highlighting how skills gained from simple electronic projects can lead to rewarding careers in innovation, technology development, and problem-solving within the engineering field.

Biography:

Gabriel Onyedika Nnamoko is a graduate of Nnamdi Azikiwe University (Awka) where he earned a Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics and Computer Engineering in 2024. 
He is an enthusiastic junior data scientist and engineer, with hands-on skills in Python, data manipulation (pandas), machine learning, and software development.
Gabriel has also authored a preprint titled “Performance Characteristics of Instruments: A Comprehensive Review” (2023).
He is interested in applied electronics, artificial intelligence, computer vision, and translating his STEM skill-set into real-world technology solutions.

Email:

Address:Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka , , Awka, Nigeria