Dr. Constance Obiuto Nwankwo
Dr. Constance Obiuto Nwankwo is a READER in INDUSTRIAL AND PRODUCTION ENGINEERING Department, Faculty Of Engineering in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
Engr. Dr. Constance Obiuto Nwankwo is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Industrial and Production Engineering at Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, and a Fellow of the prestigious Nigerian Society of Engineers (FNSE). With a Ph.D. in Design and Manufacturing Engineering and a Postgraduate Diploma in IT Infrastructure, my work bridges research, teaching, and real-world engineering applications.
My core areas of expertise include design and manufacturing systems, modeling and simulation, optimization, and the application of artificial intelligence in engineering. I have led several impactful projects across academia and industry, ranging from simulation-driven systems to robust mobile and web-based solutions, leveraging Agile methodologies to enhance innovation and efficiency.
As a Certified Engineer, Project Management Professional (PMP), and Professional Scrum Master (PSM), I am committed to collaborative problem-solving, mentoring future engineers, and advancing engineering education and professional practice in Nigeria.
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Address: | Industrial And Production Engineering, Faculty Of Engineering, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF ENGINEERING |
Department/Sub-Unit: | INDUSTRIAL AND PRODUCTION ENGINEERING |
Social Profiles
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Doctor of Philosophy, June, 2019) September, 2012 to June, 2019 Ph.D Design And Manufacturing Engineering |
| 2 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (Master Degree, March, 2012) March, 2010 to March, 2012 M.Eng Industrial And Production Engineering |
| 3 | Federal University of Technology Owerri. (Bachelor Degree, February, 2007) September, 2002 to July, 2006 B.Eng Mechanical Engineering |
| 4 | Federal Polytechnic Nekede owerri. (OND, November, 2001) September, 1999 to July, 2001 OND Mechanical Engineering |
| 5 | Girls Secondary School, Umuahia. (SSCE, June, 1999) September, 1993 to June, 1999 SSCE |
| 6 | Mercy Primary School, Umuahia. (FSLC, February, 1993) September, 1988 to July, 1993 |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Senior Program Analyst, National Population Commision October, 2017 to February, 2019 |
| 2 | Program Analyst 1, National Population Commision December, 2012 to September, 2017 |
| 3 | Executive Trainee, Guarantt Trust Bank, PLC March, 2008 to June, 2010 |
| 4 | Head of Engineering Assistant, Felpet Nigeria Limited March, 2007 to March, 2007 |
Creative Output
| Journal Articles | |
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| 1 | Okpala Charles Chikwendu, Nwankwo Obiuto Constance. (2025, September), "Blockchain and Artificial Intelligence Integration in Cybersecurity: Towards Intelligent and Decentralized Defenses", International Journal of Engineering Inventions, Vol. 14, (Issue 9), pp 9-17 |
| 2 | Okpala Charles Chikwendu and Nwankwo Obiuto Constance. (2025, September), "Augmented Reality in Education 5.0: Designing Immersive Learning Environments", International Journal of Engineering Research and Development, Vol. 21, (Issue 9), pp 01-10 |
| 3 | Igberaese Clinton Festus-Ikhuoria, Nwankwo Constance Obiuto, Oladiran Kayode Olajiga, and Riliwan Adekola Adebayo. (2024, March), "Material science in hydrogen energy: A review of global progress and potential", World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, Vol. 21, (Issue 03), pp 2084-2096 |
| 4 | Igberaese Clinton Festus-Ikhuoria, Nwankwo Constance Obiuto, Riliwan Adekola Adebayo, and Oladiran Kayode Olajiga. (2024, March), "Nanotechnology in consumer products: A review of applications and safety considerations", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 21, (Issue 03), pp 2050-2059 |
| 5 | Nwankwo Constance Obiuto, Igberaese Clinton Festus-Ikhuoria, Oladiran Kayode Olajiga, and Riliwan Adekola Adebayo. (2024, April), "REVIEWING THE ROLE OF AI IN DRONE TECHNOLOGY AND APPLICATIONS", Computer Science & IT Research Journal, Vol. 5, (Issue 4), pp 741-756 |
| 6 | Riliwan Adekola Adebayo, Nwankwo Constance Obiuto, Igberaese Clinton Festus-Ikhuoria, and Oladiran Kayode Olajiga. (2024, March), "Robotics in Manufacturing: A Review of Advances in Automation and Workforce Implications", International Journal of Advanced Multidisciplinary Research and Studies, Vol. 4, (Issue 2), pp 632-638 |
| 7 | Nwankwo Constance Obiuto, Nwakamma Ninduwezuor-Ehiobu, Emmanuel Chigozie Ani, Kehinde Andrew Olu-lawal, and Ejike David Ugwuanyi. (2024, March), "SIMULATION-DRIVEN STRATEGIES FOR ENHANCING WATER TREATMENT PROCESSES IN CHEMICAL ENGINEERING: ADDRESSING ENVIRONMENTAL CHALLENGES", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 5, (Issue 4), pp 854-872 |
| 8 | Oladiran Kayode Olajiga, Nwankwo Constance Obiuto, Riliwan Adekola Adebayo, and Igberaese Clinton Festus-Ikhuoria. (2024, March), "SMART DRILLING TECHNOLOGIES: HARNESSING AI FOR PRECISION AND SAFETY IN OIL AND GAS WELL CONSTRUCTION", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 5, (Issue 4), pp 1214-1230 |
| 9 | Oladiran Kayode Olajiga, Igberaese Clinton Festus-Ikhuoria, Riliwan Adekola Adebayo, and Nwankwo Constance Obiuto. (2024, March), "Sustainable Development and Renewable Energy Policy: A Review of Global Trends and Success Stories", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 4, (Issue 2), pp 648-656 |
| 10 | Constance Obiuto Nwankwo, Emmanuel Augustine Etukudoh. (2024, April), "The Future of Autonomous Vehicles in Logistics and Supply Chain Management", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 4, (Issue 3), pp 244-248 |
| 11 | Igberaese Clinton Festus-Ikhuoria, Nwankwo Constance Obiuto, Oladiran Kayode Olajiga, and Riliwan Adekola Adebayo. (2024, March), "The role of nanomaterials in energy storage: A comparative review of USA and African developments", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 21, (Issue 3), pp 2073-2083 |
| 12 | Nwankwo Constance Obiuto, Ezeanyim Okechukwu Chiedu*, Okpala Charles Chikwendu and Igbokwe Benjamin Nnaemeka. (2024, March), "Enhancing Injection Moulding Productivity through Overall Equipment Effectiveness and Total Preventive Maintenance Approach", International Journal of Advances in Engineering and Management (IJAEM), Vol. 6, (Issue 3), pp 739 - 747 |
| 13 | Nwankwo Constance Obiuto, Okpala Charles Chikwendu, Igbokwe Nkemakonam Chidiebube. (2024, December), "Enhancing Smart Manufacturing Supply Chains Through Cybersecurity Measures", International Journal of Engineering Inventions, Vol. 13, (Issue 12), pp 1 - 6 |
| 14 | Okpala Charles Chikwendu, Chukwumuanya Emmanuel Okechukwu, Nwankwo Constance Obiuto. (2024, July), "Kaizen Techniques’ Implementation in a Nail Manufacturing Company: A Case Study", International Journal Of Engineering Research And Development, Vol. 20, (Issue 7), pp 488 - 494 |
| 15 | Okpala Charles Chikwendu, Igbokwe Nkemakonam Chidiebube, Nwankwo Constance Obiuto. (2024, July), "The Evolution and Impact of Jigs and Fixtures in Modern Manufacturing", International Journal of Engineering Inventions, Vol. 13, (Issue 7), pp 125 - 131 |
| 16 | Nwankwo Constance Obiuto, Ejike David Ugwuanyi, Nwakamma Ninduwezuor-Ehiobu, Emmanuel Chigozie Ani, Kehinde Andrew Olu-lawa. (2024, February), "Advancing wastewater treatment technologies: The role of chemical engineering simulations in environmental sustainability", World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, Vol. 21, (Issue 3), pp 19 - 31 |
| 17 | Oladiran Kayode Olajiga, Nwankwo Constance Obiuto, Riliwan Adekola Adebayo, Igberaese Clinton Festus-Ikhuoria. (2024, March), "Advanced Materials for Wind Energy: Reviewing Innovations and Challenges in the USA", International Journal of Advances in Engineering and Management (IJAEM), Vol. 6, (Issue 3), pp 454 - 465 |
| 18 | Riliwan Adekola Adebayo, Nwankwo Constance Obiuto, Oladiran Kayode Olajiga, Igberaese Clinton Festus-Ikhuoria. (2024, March), "AI-enhanced manufacturing robotics: A review of applications and trends", World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, Vol. 21, (Issue 03), pp 2060-2072 |
| 19 | Nwankwo Constance Obiuto, Kehinde Andrew Olu-lawal, Emmanuel Chigozie Ani, Ejike David Ugwuanyi, Nwakamma Ninduwezuor-Ehiobu. (2024, February), "Chemical engineering and the circular water economy: Simulations for sustainable water management in environmental systems", World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, Vol. 21, (Issue 03), pp 001 - 009 |
| 20 | Constance Obiuto Nwankwo, Emmanuel Augustine Etukudoh. (2024, April), "Exploring Sustainable and Efficient Supply Chains Innovative Models for Electric Vehicle Parts Distribution", International Journal of Advanced Multidisciplinary Research and Studies, Vol. 4, (Issue 3), pp 238 - 243 |
| 21 | Nwankwo Constance Obiuto, Nwakamma Ninduwezuor-Ehiobu, Emmanuel Chigozie Ani, Kehinde Andrew Olu-lawal, Ejike David Ugwuanyi. (2024, February), "Implementing Circular Economy Principles to Enhance Safety and Environmental Sustainability in Manufacturing", International Journal of Advanced Multidisciplinary Research and Studies, Vol. 4, (Issue 2), pp 22 - 29 |
| 22 | Nwankwo Constance Obiuto, Kehinde Andrew Olu-lawal, Emmanuel Chigozie Ani, Ejike David Ugwuanyi, Nwakamma Ninduwezuor-Ehiobu. (2024, March), "Chemical management in electronics manufacturing: Protecting worker health and the environment", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 21, (Issue 03), pp 010 - 018 |
| 23 | Ayodeji Abatan, Nwankwo Constance Obiuto, Nwakamma Ninduwezuor-Ehiobu, Emmanuel Chigozie Ani, Kehinde Andrew Olu-lawal, and Ejike David Ugwuanyi. (2024, April), "INTEGRATING ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES FOR ENHANCED HSE MANAGEMENT IN THE FMCG SECTOR", Engineering Science & Technology Journal, Vol. 5, (Issue 4), pp 1270 - 1280 |
| 24 | Nwankwo Constance Obiuto, Riliwan Adekola Adebayo, Oladiran Kayode Olajiga, Igberaese Clinton Festus-Ikhuoria. (2024, March), "Integrating Artificial Intelligence in Construction Management: Improving Project Efficiency and Cost-effectiveness", International Journal of Advances in Engineering and Management (IJAEM), Vol. 4, (Issue 2), pp 639-647 |
| 25 | Nwankwo Constance Obiuto, Wisdom Ebirim, Nwakamma Ninduwezuor-Ehiobu, Emmanuel Chigozie Ani, Kehinde Andrew Olu-lawal, and Ejike David Ugwuanyi. (2024, March), "INTEGRATING SUSTAINABILITY INTO HVAC PROJECT MANAGEMENT: CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES", Unknown Journal or Publisher, Vol. 5, (Issue 3), pp 873-887 |
| 26 | Ihueze Christopher Chukwutoo, Onwurah Uchendu Onwusoronye, Okafor Christian Emeka, Obuka Nnaemeka Sylvester,Okpala Charles Chikwendu, Okoli Ndubuisi Celestine, Nwankwo Constance Obiuto, Kingsley-Omoyibo Queeneth Adesuwa. (2023, April), "Robust design and setting process and material parameters for electrical cable insulation", The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology (JAMT) |
| 27 | Charles Chikwendu Okpala, Constance Obiuto Nwankwo, and Okechukwu Chiedu Ezeanyim. (2023, August), "Nanocomposites: Preparation, Properties, and Applications", INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF LATEST TECHNOLOGY IN ENGINEERING, MANAGEMENT & APPLIED SCIENCE (IJLTEMAS, Vol. 12, (Issue 08), pp 40-50 |
| 28 | Okpala Charles Chikwendu, Igbokwe Nkemakonam Chidiebube. and Nwankwo Constance Obiuto. (2023, November), "Revolutionizing Manufacturing: Harnessing the Power of Artificial Intelligence for Enhanced Efficiency and Innovation", International Journal Of Engineering Research And Development, Vol. 19, (Issue 6), pp 18 - 25 |
| 29 | Nwankwo Constance O, Nwankwo Ikenna P. (2022, May), "Manufacturing Practices and Sustainability Performance of Table Water Firms in Awka Metropolis", International Journal of Engineering and Research Technology, Vol. 11, (Issue 5), pp 285-293 |
| 30 | Onwurah Uchendu O*., Ihueze Christopher C., Nwankwo Constance O. (2021, June), "Modelling Road Traffic Crash Variables in Anambra State, Nigeria: An Application of Negative Binomial Regression", Journal of Multidisciplinary Engineering Science Studies (JMESS), Vol. 7, (Issue 6), pp 3942-3949 |
| 31 | Nkemakonam Igbokwe, Godwin Harold Chukwuemeka, Nwankwo Constance. (2021, September), "A GANetXL Approach to an Optimal Maintenance Strategy in Food Manufacturing", International Journal of Engineering Science and Computing, Vol. 11, (Issue 1), pp 30231-30246 |
| 32 | Charles Chikwendu Okpala, Nwankwo Constance Obiuto, Onu Chijioke Elijah. (2020, July), "Lean Production System Implementation in an Original Equipment Manufacturing Company: Benefits, Challenges, and Critical Success Factors", International Journal of Engineering Research & Technology (IJERT), Vol. 9, (Issue 7), pp 1665-1772 |
| 33 | Okpala Charles Chikwendu, Nwankwo Obiuto Constance, Ezeanyim Okechukwu Chiedu. (2020, May), "Agile Manufacturing System: Benefits, Challenges, and Critical Success Factors", Journal of Multidisciplinary Engineering Science and Technology (JMEST), Vol. 7, (Issue 5), pp 11762-11767 |
| 34 | O. C. Ezeanyim, C. O. Nwankwo, A. O. Umeozokwere. (2020, November), "Relationship between Worship Time and Attendance in Orthodox Church, Southern Nigeria", Journal of Engineering Research and Reports, Vol. 19, (Issue 1), pp 6-12 |
| 35 | Nwankwo Constance Obiuto, Ihueze Chukwutoo Christopher. (2020, January), "Predictive Model for Oil and Gas pipelines in Nigeria: A Taguchi Design approach", Journal of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Vol. 16, (Issue 1), pp 1-11 |
| 36 | Ihueze C. C., Okpala C. C, Obuka N. S, Obiuto C. C, Onwurah U. O. (2019, May), "Technological innovations: A panacea for Sustainable economic Growth. International Journal of Engineering Science and Computing", International Journal of Engineering Science and Computing, Vol. 9, (Issue 5), pp 22453-22460 |
| 37 | Dr. Constance O. Nwankwo, Professor C.C Ihueze. (2018, August), "Corrosion rate models for oil and gas pipeline systems", International Journal of Engineering and Research Technology (IJERT), Vol. 7, (Issue 8) |
| 38 | Christopher C. Ihueze, Constance C. Obiuto, Christian E. Okafor and Charles C. Okpala. (2013, May), "Orthogonal Array Application and Response Surface Method Approach for Optimal Product Values: An Application for Oil Blending Process", International Journal of Physical and Mathematical Sciences, Vol. 4, (Issue 7), pp 610-614 |
| 39 | C.C. Ihueze, C.C. Obiuto and C.C. Okpala. (2012, September), "Quality improvement of process product value through robust design of control parameters", Research Journal in Engineering and Applied Science (RJEAS), Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 70-76, ISSN 227-8467 |
| 40 | C. C. Ihueze, C. C. Okpala and C .C. Obiuto. (2011, August), "Optimal approaches to Robust design for industrial wastes", Journal of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Vol. 7, (Issue 1), pp 58-67, ISSN 1119-8109 |
| Conference Papers | |
| 1 | Dr. Constance O. Nwankwo, Ikenna P. Nwankwo. (2021, April), "Robust Design for Business Sustainability amidst COVID-19 Challenges.", |
| 2 | Dr. Constance O. Nwankwo, Professor C.C Ihueze. (2019, November), "Polynomial Neural Network Modelling of Corrosion Rate: An Analysis for Oil Pipeline Systems in Nigeria", , Proceedings of Nigerian Institute of Industrial Engineers International Conference |
| 3 | Christopher Ihueze, Constance Obiuto, Charles C. Okpala. (2013, May), "Orthogonal Array Application and Response Surface Method Approach for Optimal Product Values: An Application for Oil Blending Process", World Academy of Science, Engineering and Technology, Vol. 7, pp 847-852, World Academy of Science, Engineering and Technology International Conference on Industrial Engineering & Technology (ICIET 2013) |
| 4 | C. C. Ihueze, C. C. Okpala and C .C. Obiuto. (2011, October), "OPTIMIZATION OF INDUSTRIAL WASTES THROUGH ROBUST DESIGN", , Journal of 2nd Biennial Engineering Conference, School of Engineering and Engineering Technology, Federal University of Technology, Minna |
| 5 | C. C. Ihueze, C. C. Okpala and C .C. Obiuto. (2011, August), "OPTIMIZATION OF INDUSTRIAL WASTES THROUGH ROBUST DESIGN", |
| Technical Reports | |
| 1 | Nwankwo Constance. (2014) Design for the construction of a corrugated sheet folding machine. A technical report presented for COREN/NSE Professional Interview |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Supervisions | |
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| 1 | "Modelling and simulation of proton exchange membrane (PEM) electrolysis system for optimized performance in green hydrogen production" (2024). Completed Masters project by Ibude Victor Chukwuyem |
| Editorships | |
| 1 | Editor, "International Journal of Industrial and production engineering" (March, 2024) |
| 2 | Editor, "International Journal of Industrial and production Engineering" (July, 2022) |
| Reviewerships | |
| 1 | Reviewer, "The role of Artificial Intelligence in Advancing Green Building Projects in Nigeria" (November, 2024) |
| 2 | Reviewer, "Journal of Engineering and Applied Science (JEAS)" (December, 2022) |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | Member, "UNIVERSITY/PRINTING PRESS AND BOOKSHOP COMMITTEE" (January, 2025) |
| 2 | Coordinator, "MECHANICAL/PRODUCTION ENGINEERING CONTINUING EDUCATION PROGRAMME (CEP)" (March, 2024) |
| 3 | Post Graduate Coordinator, "Department of Industrial & Production Engineering" (March, 2024) |
| 4 | Chairman, "Faculty Commitee on Business Ventures" (March, 2023 to March, 2024) |
| 5 | member, "Faculty of Engineering Undergraduate Matriculation Committee" (June, 2023 to January, 2025) |
| 6 | Committee Member, "Center for Gender Studies" (February, 2023) |
| 7 | Member, "CODET Commitee" (March, 2023) |
| 8 | Commitee member, "Association of Professional Women Engineers" (June, 2022) |
| 9 | STAFF ADVISER, "National Association of Industrial Production Engineering Students" (March, 2020 to March, 2022) |
| 10 | 300 level, "Examination Officer" (April, 2019 to December, 2019) |
| 11 | Departmental Librarian, "IPE department Board" (May, 2019) |
| 12 | Industrial/Liason Officer, "IPE Department" (June, 2019 to November, 2020) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Fellow Member, "Nigerian Society of Engineers" - 31739 (member since 2024), https://nse.org.ng/ |
| 2 | Full Member, "Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN)" - 31353 (member since 2015), https://www.coren.gov.ng/ |
| 3 | Full Member, "Nigerian Society of Engineers" - 31739 (member since 2014), https://www.nse.org.ng/ |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conferences | |
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| 1 | "30TH COREN ASSEMBLY", (COREN), 8th August, 2022 to 11th August, 2022; ABUJA, NIGERIA |
| 2 | "WASTE IN GREEN ECONOMY FOR SUSTAINABLE INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT", (FACULTY OF ENGINEERING INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE 2022), 9th February, 2022 to 10th February, 2022; FACULTY OF ENGINEERING, UNIZIK |
| 3 | "COVID 19: HARNESSING THE INFORMAL SECTOR FOR SUSTAINABLE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT", (UNIZIK BUSINESS SCHOOL), 26th April, 2021 to 27th April, 2021; UNIZIK BUSINESS SCHOOL |
| 4 | "INDUSTRIALIZATION AND JOB CREATION: CHALLENGE AND OPPORTUNITIES", (NIGERIAN INSTITUTE OF INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERS), 21st November, 2019 to 23rd November, 2019; IBADAN |
| 5 | "28th COREN ASSEMBLY", (COREN), 20th August, 2019 to 22nd August, 2019; ABUJA, NIGERIA |