Dr. Auta Adamu Mohammed
Dr. Auta Adamu Mohammed is a SENIOR LECTURER in TECHNOLOGY AND VOCATIONAL EDUCATION Department, Faculty Of Education in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
Mohammed Auta, is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Technology and Vocational Education. He is a specialist in the areas of Industrial Education and Technology with special interest in Building and Woodwork Technology.
He was born in 1988 in Jalingo, Taraba state. He holds a National Technical Certificate in Bricklaying Blocklaying and Concreting Work from Federal Science and Technical College, Jalingo (2004); Nigeria Certificate in Education (Technical)from College of Education, Jalingo (2007); B.Tech Industrial and Technology Education (Building Technology) from Federal University of Technology Minna (2013); M.Tech (Ed.) Construction Technology from Modibbo Adama University of Technology, Yola (2017); and a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Technical Education (Building and Woodwork) from Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka (2021).
Before joining the services of Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka in May 2017, he was a Lead Project Manager for Nihaad Investment Nigeria Ltd.
Some of the Projects he managed include: Construction of Entrepreneurship Center, Faculty of Engineering Building, Agronomy Farm, Hostel Blocks, Ultra Modern Students' Center all for Taraba State University, Jalingo.
He also handled Branch Development for Fidelity Bank Plc both in Jalingo and University of Maiduguri while working for CN Architects, Lagos.
He is a Member of Association of Vocational and Technical Educators of Nigeria (AVTEN) and a registered Teacher with Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN).
He is currently the Departmental Examination Officer and Coordinator of Building/Woodwork Workshop. Prior to that, he was the Departmental ICT Officer (2018-2022) and Coordinator of Continuing Education Programme, CEP (Technical Education) (2019-2022).
Dr Auta has published several articles in reputable Journals both within and outside Nigeria. He is an Editor, Associate Editor and Editorial Board Member of several journals.
He is also serving as a Reviewer to many Journals within and outside Nigeria.
Personal Information
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Address: | Technology And Vocational Education, Faculty Of Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF EDUCATION |
Department/Sub-Unit: | TECHNOLOGY AND VOCATIONAL EDUCATION |
Social Profiles
Interest Areas
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka. (Doctor of Philosophy, August, 2021) October, 2017 to August, 2021 PhD Building/Woodwork Technology |
| 2 | Modibbo Adama University Of Technology, Yola. (Master Degree, February, 2017) September, 2015 to February, 2017 M.Tech (Ed) Construction Technology |
| 3 | Federal University Of Technology, Minna. (Bachelor Degree, March, 2013) September, 2008 to March, 2013 B. Tech Industrial And Technology Education (Building Technology) |
| 4 | College Of Education, Jalingo. (NCE, November, 2007) August, 2004 to November, 2007 NCE (Technical) Technical Education |
| 5 | Federal Science And Technical College, Jalingo. (NABTEB, October, 2004) October, 2001 to June, 2004 National Technical Certificate Blocklaying/Bricklaying And Concreting |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Board Member, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, Chisco Institute of Transport Studies February, 2024 to Present |
| 2 | Faculty Quality Assurance Officer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka February, 2024 to Present |
| 3 | Workshop/Laboratory Coordinator (Building/Woodwork Technology), Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka February, 2022 to Present |
| 4 | Departmental Exam Officer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka February, 2022 to Present |
| 5 | Coordinator, Continuing Education Programme (CEP), Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka March, 2018 to February, 2022 |
| 6 | Departmental ICT Officer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka February, 2018 to February, 2022 |
| 7 | Level Coordinator 300 Level Technical Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka November, 2017 to January, 2021 |
| 8 | Lead Project Manager, Nihaad Investment Nigeria Limited July, 2014 to July, 2016 |
| 9 | Technical Teacher (NYSC), Abi Private School, Badariya, Birnin-Kebbi, Kebbi State June, 2013 to June, 2014 |
| 10 | Assistant Site Supervisor, C. N. Architects, Lagos January, 2008 to April, 2009 |
Creative Output
| Book Chapters | |
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| 1 | Auta, M. A.. (2019, May) Framework For Restructuring Technology Education Programmes In Nigerian Universities Kelu Printing and Publishing Company, pp 1-7 |
| Journal Articles | |
| 1 | Auta, M. A.. (2024, October), "Development and Validation of Building Sub-Structure Practical Skill Test for Nigerian Secondary Schools", African Journal of Educational Management, Teaching and Entrepreneurship Studies, Vol. 13, (Issue 2), pp 289-305 |
| 2 | Agbo, N. M., Odir, M. Auta, M. A., Onwusuru, I. M.. (2024, July), "Impact of vocational guidance on career choice and employability of vocational and technical education students in a public university in Anambra State", Asian Journal of Vocational Education and Humanities, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 20-26 |
| 3 | Onwusuru, I. M., Auta, M. A., Agbo, N. M.. (2023, July), "Self-management skills and women in PSTO; strategy to ameliorate 21st century skills upgrade challenges", Social Sciences and Education Research Review, Vol. 10, (Issue 1), pp 203-211 |
| 4 | Chukwuedo, S. O; Nnajiofor, F. N; Auta, M. A; Odogwu, I. C.. (2023, January), "Training prospective technical education graduates for school-to-work transition: insights from university–industry links", Higher Education, Skills and Work-Based Learning (SCOPUS), Vol. 13, (Issue 2), pp 249-263 |
| 5 | Auta, M. A., Anih, I. P., Agbo, N. M.. (2023, June), "Evaluation of Enrollment Trends into Technical Education Programmes (2013-2023) In A Nigerian University Via Documentation Analysis", Journal of Techno-Social, Vol. 15, (Issue 2), pp 37-43 |
| 6 | Ufondu, C. C.; Auta, M. A.; If, C. C.. (2023, September), "Analysis of the psychometric properties of business studies achievement test for senior secondary schools in Nigeria", Journal of Research, Policy & Practice of Teachers and Teacher Education, Vol. 13, (Issue 2), pp 98-110 |
| 7 | Auta, M. A.. (2023, June), "Technical Education in Nigerian Universities: Do Students’ Perception of the Programme Changes Over time?", Evaluation Studies in Social Sciences, Vol. 4, (Issue 1), pp 31-40 |
| 8 | Auta, M. A.. (2022, June), "Global Partnership in Achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Nigeria: The Role of Technology and Vocational Education and Training (TVET)", Journal of Education and Vocational Research, Vol. 13, (Issue 1), pp 1-5 |
| 9 | Auta, M. A.. (2022, December), "Exploring Undergraduate Technical Education Students' Internship Experience: A Narrative Approach", Social Sciences and Education Research Review, Vol. 9, (Issue 2), pp 159-164 |
| 10 | Auta, M. A., Kurniawan, A.. (2022, May), "Somebody Expects You Home Tonight: Exploring Safety Practices in Technical School Shops", Journal of Vocational Education Studies, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 162-171 |
| 11 | Auta, M. A., Onwusuru, I. M.. (2022, March), "TVET Graduates Employability for Construction Industry: A Mixed-Method Study", Online Journal for TVET Practitioners, Vol. 7, (Issue 1), pp 85-94 |
| 12 | Auta, M. A.. (2022, December), "In search of Relevance: Reforming Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Curriculum in Nigeria for Global Competitiveness", Asian Journal of Sociological Research, Vol. 7, (Issue 2), pp 30-34 |
| 13 | Aliyu, U. I, Isah, U. M., Auta, M. A., Kawu, A. M.. (2021, December), "Exploring Students’ Experience on Distance Education During the COVID-19 Pandemic in Bauchi State Nigeria", Asian Journal of Assessment in Teaching and Learning, Vol. 11, (Issue 2), pp 93-102 |
| 14 | Auta, M. A., Giwa, M., Gowon, E. K., Buba, A., Tafida, A.. (2021, July), "Development And Validation Of Tiling Craft Training Module For N-Power Build Apprenticeship Programme: A Delphi Study", Puissant, Vol. 2, (Issue 1), pp 160-184 |
| 15 | Okoye, K. R. E., Auta, M. A.. (2021, June), "Development And Validation Of Building Services Operations Practical Skills Assessment Instrument For Nigerian Secondary Schools", UNIZIK Journal of Educational Research and Policy Studies, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 237-254 |
| 16 | Auta, M. A.. (2021, December), "The milk of Human kindness: Curbing Almajiri Vulnerability through Vicational Skills Training in Construction Crafts", Canadian Journal of Educational and Social Studies, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 63-77 |
| 17 | Auta, M. A., Giwa, M., Nnajiofor, F. N.. (2020, August), "Self-validation Of N-Power Build Trainees’ Skills Acquisition: A Mechanism For Revitalizing Apprenticeship Training System In Nigeria", Puissant, Vol. 1, pp 88-97 |
| 18 | Auta, M. A., Giwa, M.. (2020, April), "Effects Of The Use Of Documentary Videos In Teaching Setting-out In Nigerian Secondary Schools", Journal of Education and Vocational Research, Vol. 11, (Issue 1), pp 64-67, April |
| 19 | Okoye, K. R. E., Auta, M. A.. (2020, July), "Development And Validation Of Instrument For Assessing Students’ Practical Skills In Building Super-structure Operations In Nigerian Secondary Schools", International Journal of Social Science and Educational Studies, Vol. 7, (Issue 2), pp 1-12 |
| 20 | Auta, M. A., Egwu, E. O.. (2020, March), "Workplace Performance Of University Technology And Vocational Education (TVE) Student-teachers: A Tracer Study", Journal Plus Education, Vol. 25, (Issue 1), pp 229-238 |
| 21 | Auta, M. A. Udeagha, F.U. Chibuzo, F. N. Giwa, M.. (2019, December), "Availability And Utilization Of Vocational Guidance And Counseling Services In Technical Colleges Of Taraba State", Scholars Bulletin, Vol. 5, (Issue 12), pp 831-835 |
| 22 | Onwusuru, I. M., Enwere, J. O., Nnajiofor, F. N., Auta, M. A.. (2019, October), "Cloud-based Platform As A Panacea For Instructional Delivery Skills For Contemporary Technical And Vocational Students In Nigeria Colleges Of Education", Journal of Pedagogical Thought, Vol. 14, (Issue 1), pp 239-258 |
| 23 | Nnajiofor, F. N., Auta, M. A.. (2019, June), "Appraisal Of Challenges Encountered By Undergraduate Technology Education Students In Other Degree-awarding Institution In North-eastern Nigeria", Journal of Educational Research and Reviews, Vol. 7, (Issue 10), pp 199-205 |
| 24 | Obi, M. N., Chukwuedo, S. O., Auta, M. A.. (2019, June), "Shaping The Future Of Teaching Profession Through Teacher Registration Council Of Nigeria Policy: Reflection For Technology And Vocational Teacher Education", UNIZIK Journal of Education Graduates, Vol. 6, (Issue 1), pp 99-110 |
| 25 | Auta, M. A., Obi, M. N.. (2019, April), "Vocational Training Needs Of Unemployed Graduates In Taraba State", Journal Plus Education, Vol. 22, (Issue 1), pp 104-108 |
| 26 | Gowon, K. E., Auta, M. A., Ibeneme, O. T.. (2019, February), "Role Of Technical Teachers Towards Optimizing Students’ Enrolment In Technical And Vocational Education Training In Nigeria", International Journal of Social Science and Educational Studies, Vol. 5, (Issue 4), pp 140-149 |
| 27 | Auta, M. A., Obi, M. N.. (2018, December), "Validation Of Strategies For Effective Vocational School Public Relations", Bulgarian Journal of Science and Education policy, Vol. 12, (Issue 2), pp 303-313 |
| 28 | Auta, M. A.. (2017, July), "Adequacy Of Technology Education Programmes In Nigerian Universities In Compliance With The Benchmark For Academic Standards (BMAS)", Journal of Educational System, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 1-5 |
| 29 | Nwankwor, N. A., Auta, M. A.. (2017, April), "Challenges And Merits Of Variations In Degree Nomenclature And Curriculum Content In Nigerian Tertiary Education", Vunoklang Multidisciplinary Journal of Science and Technology Education, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 174-179 |
| 30 | Auta, M. A.. (2016, September), "Stakeholders’ Perception Of Adequacy Of Technology Education Programme In Nigerian Universities For Acquisition Of Requisite Employable Skills By Students", NAU Journal of Technology and Vocational Education, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 131-141 |
| 31 | Auta, M. A.. (2015, June), "Tender Methods In Contracting Process In The Building Industry", Equity Journal of Science and Technology, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 86-91 |
| 32 | Auta, M. A.. (2015, February), "Strategies For Evaluation Of Students Proficiency In Practical Skills In N. C. E. (Technical) Building Technology", International Journal of Vocational and Technical Education, Vol. 7, (Issue 9), pp 96-100 |
| 33 | Aliyu, U. I., Auta, M. A., Madu, I.. (2015, October), "Role Of Technology Education In Curtailing The Menace Of Insecurity In Nigeria", Journal of School of Education, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 38-42 |
| 34 | Aliyu, U. I., Auta, M. A., Madu, I.. (2012, August), "Crisis in teaching and learning technical and vocational subjects: Learning journal writing imperative", Potiskum Multidisciplinary Journal of Education, Vol. 1, (Issue 1) |
| Thesis | |
| 1 | Auta, M. A.. (2016, December), "Adequacy Of Technology Education Programmes In Nigerian Universities In Preparing Students For The Acquisition Of Requisite Employment Skills". Unpublished M.Tech (Ed) Thesis, Department of Technology Education, Modibbo Adama University of Technology Yola |
| Dissertations | |
| 1 | Auta, M. A.. (2021, August), "Development And Validation Of Instrument For Assessing Students’ Practical Skills In Building Construction In Secondary Schools In Taraba State". Unpublished PhD Dissertation, Department of Technology and Vocational Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| Projects | |
| 1 | Auta, M. A.. (2011, September), "Strategies For Evaluation Of Students’ Proficiency In Practical Skills In NCE (Technical) Building Technology Education". Unpublished B.Tech Project, Department of Industrial and Technology Education, Federal University of Technology Minna |
| Conference Papers | |
| 1 | Auta, M. A., Onwusuru, I. M.. (2021, March), "Self Management Skills For Career Progression And Global Relevance Of Women In Professional Skilled Technical Occupation In The 21st Century", Association of Vocational and Technical Educators of Nigeria (AVTEN) |
| 2 | Onwusuru, I. M., Okoye, P. I., Auta, M. A.. (2021, July), "BLENDING MOBILE APP FOR TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION (TE) PROGRAMME: A STRATEGY FOR REPOSITIONING TEACHING AND LEARNING FOR EDUCATIONAL CRISIS IN COVID-19 ERA", |
| 3 | Onwusuru, I. M., Enwere, J. O., Nnajiofor, F. N., Auta, M. A.. (2019, December), "Adoption Of Edmodo Cloud-based Platform As A Panacea For Transition Need In Instructional Delivery Skills Used For Contemporary Technology And Vocational Education Students In Colleges Of Education In Eastern Nigeria", A Paper presented at the 8th International Multi-Disciplinary Conference held at Mary Kingsley Auditorium, University of Sierra Leone, Freetown, Sierr |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Supervisions | |
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| 1 | "Employability Tracer Study of Technical Education Graduates from a Public University in Anambra State" (2024). Ongoing Masters project by Onwo Chetachukwu Christian (2023196001FA) |
| Grants | |
| 1 | Awardee: "Vocational Training Needs (REF/2018/2001)" (June, 2018 to December, 2018). Completed sponsored grant by Ahmadu Dogo Memorial Foundation |
| Editorships | |
| 1 | Editor, "International Journal of Bamboo and Rattan" (January, 2024) |
| 2 | Editor, "International Research Journal of Advancement in Engineering and Science" (September, 2022) |
| 3 | Editor, "NAU Journal of Technology and Vocational Education" (November, 2022) |
| 4 | Editor, "Puissant" (July, 2021) |
| Reviewerships | |
| 1 | Reviewer, "Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology" (June, 2018) |
| 2 | Reviewer, "British Journal of Education, Society and Behavioural Science" (November, 2016) |
| Examinerships | |
| 1 | Chief Examiner, "Students Misconception as a Correlate of Academic Achievement and Interest in Organic Chemistry in Awka Education Zone" (September, 2020 to September, 2024). Completed Internal-External Exam |
| 2 | Examiner, "Extent of Utilization of Social Networking Sites by SMEs Managers for Successful Entrepreneurship" (September, 2018 to September, 2024). Completed Internal-Internal Exam |
| 3 | Examiner, "Digital Electronic Appliances Maintenance Skills Need of Technical College Graduates for Self-employment in Anambra State" (February, 2023). Ongoing Internal-Internal Exam |
| 4 | Examiner, "Extent of utilisation of new technologies in instructional delivery by business educators in tertiary institutions in Anambra State" (May, 2023). Ongoing Internal-Internal Exam |
| 5 | Examiner, "Information needs of prisoners, availability and adequacy of information resources and services in prison libraries in Anambra State" (July, 2023). Ongoing Internal-External Exam |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | Member, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka Senate Ceremonials Committee" (January, 2024) |
| 2 | Chairman, "Faculty of Education Dress Code Committee" (January, 2024) |
| 3 | Member, "ASUU Committee on NAU Liaison Offices" (September, 2023) |
| 4 | Vice Chairman, "Faculty of Education Dress Code Committee" (January, 2023) |
| 5 | Member, "Faculty of Education ICT Committee" (January, 2023) |
| 6 | Member, "Departmental Committee on Home Coming/Induction" (April, 2023) |
| 7 | Member, "Departmental Ventures Committee" (February, 2023) |
| 8 | Member/Secretary, "Departmental Curriculum Committee" (January, 2023) |
| 9 | Member, Committee on Research and Journals, "Ekwueme Centre for Multidisciplinary Research (ECMR), Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka" (May, 2023) |
| 10 | Departmental Quality Assurance Team Lead, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka" (June, 2023) |
| 11 | Member/Secretary, "Faculty of Education Teaching Practice Committee" (December, 2022) |
| 12 | Member, "Technology and Vocational Education Research and Development Ethics Committee (TVERDEC)" (December, 2022) |
| 13 | Secretary, "Departmental Appointment and Promotion Committee" (September, 2022) |
| 14 | Member, "Departmental Accreditation Committee for Technical Education programmes" (November, 2022) |
| 15 | Member, "Departmental Committee on SIWES Job Specification Handbook" (June, 2021 to August, 2021) |
| 16 | Member, "Departmental Committee on PGD Courses Reduction" (July, 2021 to August, 2021) |
| 17 | Member, "Departmental Accreditation Committee" (September, 2021 to December, 2021) |
| 18 | Member, "University Curriculum Development Committee for Ochie Igbo STEM Project" (September, 2021) |
| 19 | Chairman, "Arewa Forum (UNIZIK) Constitution Drafting Committee" (February, 2021 to February, 2022) |
| 20 | Member, "Faculty of Education Building Committee" (October, 2021) |
| 21 | Member/Secretary, "Faculty of Education Committee on Teaching Practice" (July, 2021 to December, 2022) |
| 22 | Member, "Faculty of Education Committee on Environment and Utilities" (March, 2021) |
| 23 | Member, "21st ASUU National Delegates Conference (NDC) Local Organising Committee" (January, 2020 to May, 2021) |
| 24 | Member/Secretary, "Departmental Committee on CEP Programme Courses Rationalisation" (June, 2019 to August, 2019) |
| 25 | Member, "Faculty of Education Committee on Environment and Utilities" (April, 2019 to March, 2021) |
| 26 | Member/Secretary, "Departmental Committee on FCE (Technical) Umunze Technical Education Programme" (June, 2017 to June, 2017) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Full Member, "Association of Vocational and Technical Educators of Nigeria" - AVTEN/MB/167 (member since 2019), https://avten-edu.org.ng/ |
| 2 | Full Member, "Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU)" - SS-3474 (member since 2017), https://asuunigeria.org/ |
| 3 | Full Member, "Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria" - TR/P/09654 (member since 2012), https://trcn.gov.ng/ |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conferences | |
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| 1 | "6th Round Table: Evolving landscape in Nigerian Education and Research: Digitalization, Artificial Intelligence...", (UNESCO Chair in Education of the UA), 12th September, 2024 to 1st October, 2024; Zoom |
| 2 | "1st International Conference Theme- A Whole New World: Research, Development And Innovation In The Pandemic Era", (University of Nigeria, Nsukka), 31st July, 2021 to 4th August, 2021; Nsukka |
| 3 | "28th Annual International Conference 2020", (ASSOCIATION OF VOCATIONAL AND TECHNICAL EDUCATORS OF NIGERIA (AVTEN)), 22nd March, 2021 to 24th March, 2021; Federal College of Education (Technical), Gusau-Nigeria |
| 4 | "8th International Multi-Disciplinary Conference Held At, Mary Kingsley Auditorium, University Of Sierra Leone", (Global Education Network (GEN)), 29th October, 2019 to 1st November, 2019; Freetown, Sierra Leone |
| Workshops | |
| 1 | "Research and Statistics Training Workshop", (Department of Technology and Vocational Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka), 20th February, 2024 to 21st March, 2024; Chisco Institute of Transport Studies Auditorium |
| 2 | "Fundamentals of Research Supervision and Work Ethics", (Faculty of Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka), 26th September, 2023 to 26th September, 2023; ASUU-NAU Secretariat |