PRACTICAL TECHNICAL TRAINING IN LAGOS
Learn a Practical Skill.
Build Your Future.
Empowering youth, graduates, and professionals across Lagos with hands-on technical training in Solar Energy Systems, CCTV Surveillance, Home Automation, and Enterprise Networking.
★ 4.9/5 · Over 2,500 Certified Graduates · Practical Workshop Guarantee
FLEXIBLE VOCATIONAL PATHWAYS
Technical Training That
Fits Your Goals
Industry-aligned instruction engineered to accommodate busy work patterns, varied educational backgrounds, and learners at every stage of their vocational journey.
A Range of Technical Courses
Comprehensive foundational and advanced vocational curricula engineered around modern electrical infrastructure, renewable energy, and industrial trades.
- Solar Photovoltaic & Inverter Systems
- Domestic & Industrial Electrical Installations
- Mechanical Maintenance & Welding Operations
Flexible Training Options
Adaptive attendance arrangements created to fit active work commitments, family routines, and individual pacing without compromising workshop hours.
- Intensive Weekday Morning Cohorts
- Convenient Evening & Part-Time Streams
- Hands-On Intensive Saturday Sessions
Training for Different Age Groups
Purpose-built modules adjusted to cognitive developmental stages, from introducing young minds to tools through to technical mastery for working adults.
- Adult Career Changers & Skill Upgraders
- Secondary School Leavers & Teen Apprentices
- Youth & Children Science Foundation Labs
INDUSTRY-CERTIFIED CURRICULUM
Find the Right
Technical Course for You
Explore five specialized engineering disciplines built around laboratory practice, national certification standards, and industrial application in Nigeria.
Electrical & Energy Systems
Master high-efficiency solar photovoltaic engineering, hybrid battery storage setups, and certified domestic and industrial power wiring.
- Solar PV Array Sizing, Angle Orientation & MPPT Integration
- Inverter Bank Installation & Lithium LiFePO4 Battery Diagnostics
- Single-Phase & 3-Phase Industrial Earthing & Surge Suppression
Industrial Control Panels
Design, assemble, and commission switchgear, automated motor starters, and Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) setups.
- Star-Delta, DOL Starters & Forward-Reverse Logic Circuits
- Variable Frequency Drives (VFD) Commissioning & Tuning
- Busbar Sizing, Panel Trunking & Circuit Protection Relays
Security & Smart Tech
Deploy IP surveillance, smart automated entry locks, and addressable fire alarm protection systems.
- IP & NVR CCTV Network Configuration & Port Forwarding
- Biometric Access Control & Magnetic Lock Interfaces
- Addressable Fire Alarm Loops & Smoke Sensor Calibration
Computer & Digital Tech
Equip yourself with enterprise network management, fiber-optic splicing, and component-level computer hardware repair.
- Fiber Optic Fusion Splicing & OTDR Reflectometer Testing
- Enterprise Router, Switch VLAN & Subnet Architecture
- Hardware Motherboard Fault-Finding & OS Administration
Technical Design
Translate engineering briefs into precise AutoCAD electrical schematics, load calculations, and architectural conduit layouts.
- AutoCAD Electrical Schematics & Single-Line Diagrams (SLD)
- 3D Panel Layouts, Cable Trunking Paths & Spacing Standards
- Load Balancing Schedules, Bill of Engineering Materials (BOEM)
PRACTICAL VOCATIONAL MASTERY
Build Skills You Can
Put to Use
Mastering tangible technical systems transforms theoretical concepts into dependable capabilities. When you gain direct command over circuitry, solar architecture, and diagnostic tools, you build the confidence needed to solve complex physical problems. We focus on active laboratory engagement so you develop thorough, repeatable technical proficiency.
- Explore practical skills engineered for immediate workshop application
- Learn about systems across industrial wiring, diagnostics, and clean solar energy
- Discover development pathways that cultivate structured problem-solving instincts
- Find training options designed to accommodate working schedules and fresh learners
Equipment-driven curriculum • Practical workshop sessions
FLEXIBLE LEARNING PATHWAYS
Choose a Training Schedule
That Works for You
Align your technical education with current job demands, academic timetables, or business operations. Every option provides identical workshop contact hours and direct master-technician supervision.
Regular Track
Monday - Friday
SESSION HOURS
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Intensive daily practical exposure for individuals seeking fast-track vocational certification. 20 guided workshop hours per week for comprehensive skill execution.
20 Lab Hours / Week
Part-Time Track
Any Day by Selection
SESSION HOURS
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Modular workbench scheduling tailored for active apprentices and polytechnic students. Choose your specific training days while retaining standardized lab hours.
Flexible Day Selection
Weekend Track
Saturdays Only
SESSION HOURS
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
High-density Saturday workshop sessions engineered for working professionals and civil servants. Upgrade your technical competence with zero weekday interference.
Zero Weekday Disruption
Speak directly with an admissions advisor : Current workbench capacity confirmed within 15 minutes
QUALIFIED FOR SUCCESS
Start Exploring Your
Technical Future
James Okorie Technical Institute provides an open, supportive workshop environment engineered to turn potential into certified proficiency. Whether entering an engineering trade for the first time or leveling up your technical career, our practical curriculum eliminates unnecessary barriers to industrial mastery.
Direct guidance on program fit, tools, and prerequisites.
Young Learners & Secondary Leavers
Engineered for school leavers aiming to bypass theoretical delays and dive directly into tangible trades. Students build real-world competence in solar energy setup, industrial wiring, and bench electrical tools from day one.
Adults Pivoting to Practical Trades
Tailored for adults seeking resilient, recession-proof vocations. With patient instruction and intensive lab equipment hours, you master in-demand technical services and electrical diagnostics regardless of prior background.
Working People & Technicians
Created for active artisans, field operators, and company technicians seeking formal credentials. Upgrade your capability in high-voltage panels, solar inverter networks, and compliance-grade industrial safety.
OUR ABORU TRAINING FACILITY
Your Starting Point for
Technical Skills
Situated directly in Aboru, Iyana Ipaja, James Okorie Technical Institute provides a dedicated physical training center built around real tools and live equipment. We believe vocational proficiency is never built through theoretical lectures alone: it is earned at the workbench, wiring functional panels, and troubleshooting real hardware alongside seasoned mentors.
Our facility maintains an open, encouraging atmosphere welcoming learners of all age brackets and educational starting points. Whether you are a secondary school leaver, a working adult seeking weekend upskilling, or an ambitious beginner, our workshop offers structured support and repeatable bench experience to prepare you for active trade demands.
- Purpose-built workbench stations with continuous practical tooling
- Respectful, disciplined learning environment open to all age demographics
- Central facility position in Aboru with rapid transport access via Iyana Ipaja
Facility visits and walk-in inquiries welcome Monday through Saturday
THREE-STEP ADMISSION
Getting Started Is
Simple
We have streamlined vocational admissions into three clear milestones so you can secure real practical skills without bureaucratic delay.
STEP 01
Explore the Courses
Browse practical curricula across solar installation, electrical engineering, and industrial automation to match your scheduling and career targets.
STEP 02
Ask Your Questions
Consult directly with our technical advisors to review equipment access, tool requirements, weekend options, and hands-on workshop hours.
STEP 03
Confirm Your Training
Finalize your registration details with the admissions desk and lock in your assigned lab workstation for the upcoming cohort.
Direct admissions support · No application fee required
CLEAR INFORMATION
Frequently Asked
Questions
Find transparent details regarding our trade certifications, hands-on workshop schedules, structured tuition installments, and training campus facilities. Need personalized guidance before enrolling? Our student admissions officers are available to assist you directly.
What courses are currently offered at the institute?
We provide specialized vocational and technical diplomas in Solar PV Installation, Industrial Electrical Wiring, Instrumentation and Process Control, Mechanical Maintenance, and Modern Automotive Diagnostics. Each curriculum combines fundamental engineering theory with intensive physical lab sessions.
What are the minimum entry qualifications and age limits?
Applicants must be at least 16 years of age. While secondary school completion (SSCE or equivalent) is advantageous, entry for foundational craft courses is evaluated primarily on basic numeracy, literacy, and a demonstrated aptitude during orientation.
What is the typical duration for complete course completion?
Course timelines depend on the program tier. Accelerated skill certificates run for 8 to 12 weeks, while advanced technical diplomas span 6 to 9 months, including mandatory supervised workshop projects and practical diagnostic exams.
What official certifications do students receive upon graduation?
Graduates earn the accredited James Okorie Technical Diploma along with external certification endorsements based on their chosen discipline (such as NABTEB and statutory technical trade boards), recognized by industrial employers nationwide.
How much are the tuition fees and are installment plans available?
Tuition varies by technical discipline to cover raw training materials and workshop consumables. We provide flexible 2-stage and 3-stage installment options so fees can be paid gradually across your training duration.
What class hours, evening, or weekend options are available?
We run two primary tracks: Regular Weekday cohorts (Monday through Thursday, 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM) and a dedicated Executive Weekend cohort (Saturdays 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM) structured specifically for working artisans and corporate technicians.
Where is the training campus located and is accommodation provided?
Our fully equipped training facility is situated along the central commercial corridor in Port Harcourt, accessible via major public transit links. While we operate non-residential workshops, our admissions team provides an approved directory of verified off-campus student hostels.
Are workshop tools and protective safety equipment provided?
Yes. Every registered trainee is assigned personal protective equipment (PPE) including safety goggles and branded safety boots. Workshop test benches, multimeters, power tools, and component materials are fully furnished by the institute.
How much of the curriculum is dedicated to practical hands-on work?
Our instructional model enforces an 80% practical to 20% theory ratio. Students spend the majority of contact hours assembling distribution panels, troubleshooting real inverter systems, and calibrating live industrial sensors.
Does the institute offer job placement support or apprenticeships?
Yes. Our Career Services unit links certified graduates to our network of industrial contracting partners, renewable energy developers, and commercial maintenance firms for post-training apprenticeships and direct employment opportunities.
CAMPUS DIRECTORY & ADMISSIONS
Visit James Okorie
Technical Institute
Inspect our practical workshop installations in Aboru, speak face-to-face with technical instructors, or lodge your enrolment inquiry below to receive our complete curriculum syllabus and fee structure.
CAMPUS LOCATION
Aboru Vocational Facility
Address:
Alabede Street, Aboru, Alimosho Local Government Area, Lagos State, Nigeria.
Key Landmark:
Accessible via Iyana Ipaja / Aboru Link Road, directly adjacent to the central commercial axis.
Training Hours:
Mon – Fri: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday Practicals: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
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Ready to Learn
Something Practical?
Choose your trade, master industrial-grade equipment, and earn recognized technical certification. Reach out to an admissions advisor or chat directly with our desk to confirm batch timings and practical workshop seats.
Flexible Installment Plans Available • Weekday & Weekend Cohorts • NABTEB & Industry Aligned Training
James Okorie Technical Institute
Empowering technicians across Nigeria through accredited vocational certifications in electrical installations, commercial solar integration, and industrial automation engineering.
Campus & Inquiries
Plot 18 Industrial Training Layout, Off Ikorodu Road, Industrial Estate, Ikeja, Lagos State, Nigeria.
Admissions Desk: +234 803 456 7890
Technical Workshop: +234 812 987 6543
Email: [email protected]
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