Engr. Okechukwu Peter Chikelu
Engr. Okechukwu Peter Chikelu is a LECTURER II in MECHANICAL ENGINEERING Department, Faculty Of Engineering in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
An analytical mechanical engineering lecturer with passion for engineering project development and strong academic background in mechanical design and production. Devoted to promoting economic growth and experienced in delivering cost effective design and development of research projects. Reliable team member with a personal nature and positive communication style, maintains professional boundaries while building lasting relationships. Committed to continuous learning and professional development with genuine interest in improving mechanical engineering design products quality.
Personal Information
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Address: | Mechanical Engineering, Faculty Of Engineering, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF ENGINEERING |
Department/Sub-Unit: | MECHANICAL ENGINEERING |
Social Profiles
Dynamic Analysis Of Fatigue Life Prediction On The Shafts Of A Modern Cassava Peeling Machine For Safe And Economic Use
Pyrolysis Of Pig-hair In A Fixed Bed Reactor: Physico-chemical Parameters Of Bio-oil
Modeling And Simulation Study For Failure Prevention Of Shredder Rotor Bearing System Used For Synthetic Elastic Material Applications
Interest Areas
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | University Of Uyo,Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. (Master Degree, June, 2015) March, 2011 to December, 2014 M.Eng Mechanical Engineering |
| 2 | University Of Calabar, Calabar, Cross River State. (Master Degree, September, 2012) February, 2010 to July, 2012 MBA Business Administration |
| 3 | University Of Nigeria, Nsukka, Enugu State. (Bachelor Degree, February, 2006) September, 1998 to July, 2005 B.Eng Mechanical Engineering |
| 4 | Odofin Secondary School, Badagry, Lagos.. (SSCE, June, 1996) February, 1991 to June, 1996 |
| 5 | Apapa. (GCE, December, 1995) October, 1995 to November, 1995 |
| 6 | Pathfinder Day Nursery/Primary School, Apapa, Lagos. (FSLC, November, 1990) February, 1983 to November, 1990 |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Lecturer II, Nnamdi Azikiwe University,Awka,Anambra State June, 2020 to Present |
| 2 | Assistatnt Lecturer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University,Awka,Anambra State June, 2019 to June, 2020 |
| 3 | Assistant mechanical manager, Flour Mills Of Nigeria Plc (Nigermills), Calabar,Cross River State June, 2014 to June, 2019 |
| 4 | Assistant mill maintenance manager, Niger Mills, Calabar,Cross River State January, 2014 to May, 2014 |
| 5 | Mill Wright, Niger Mills, Calabar,Cross River State July, 2007 to December, 2013 |
| 6 | Corper(NYSC), Ministry Of Transport, P.M.B 76, Marine Base, Yenagoa, Bayelsa State February, 2006 to January, 2007 |
| 7 | Student Industrial Attachee, Flour Mills Of Nigeria Plc.2, Old Dock Road, Apapa, Lagos State September, 2004 to March, 2005 |
Creative Output
| Journal Articles | |
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| 1 | Peter Okechukwu Chikelu. (2023, January), "Model Design and Development of a Telescopic Palm Fruit Harvester", Modern Mechanical Engineering |
| 2 | Peter Okechukwu Chikelu, Solomon Chuka Nwigbo, Obotowo William Obot, Paul Chukwulozie Okolie, Jeremiah L. Chukwuneke. (2023, January), "Modeling and Simulation of Belt bucket Elevator Head Shaft for Safe Life Operation", Scientific Reports |
| 3 | Christian Emeka Okafor,Sunday Iweriolor,Okwuchukwu Innocent Ani,Shahnawaz Ahmad,v,Godspower Onyekachukwu Ekwueme,Okechukwu Emmanuel Chukwumuanya,Sylvester Emeka Abonyi,Ignatius Echezona Ekengwu,Okechukwu Peter Chikelu. (2023, February), "Advances in Machine Learning-aided Design of Reinforced Polymer Composite and Hybrid Material Systems", Hybrid Advances |
| 4 | Peter Chikelu, Solomon Nwigbo , Onyemazuwa Azaka , Henry Olisakwe , Arinze Chinweze. (2022, July), "Modeling and Simulation Study for Failure Prevention of Shredder Rotor Bearing System Used for Synthetic Elastic Material Applications", Journal of Failure Analysis and Prevention |
| 5 | Pondi Pius Eddy,Nwigbo Solomon Chuka,Obende Eziekel Omeiza,Olisakwe Henry Chukwuemeka,Chikelu Okechukwu Peter and Azaka Onyemazuwa Andrew. (2021, March), "Dynamic Analysis Of Fatique Life Prediction On The Shafts Of A Modern Cassava Peeling Machine For Safe And Economic Use.", Journal of Engineering Research and Reports, Vol. 20, (Issue 4), pp 117-130 |
| 6 | J.L. Chukwuneke, H.O. Orugba , H.C. Olisakwe , P.O. Chikelu. (2021, September), "Pyrolysis of pig-hair in a fixed bed reactor: Physico-chemical parameters of bio-oil", South African Journal of Chemical Engineering |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
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| 1 | Member, "Senate and Vice chancellor's committee: Civil Works Surveillance, Maintenance and Estate Services Committee" (March, 2023 to February, 2024) |
| 2 | Member, "Civil Works Surveillance, Maintenance and Estate Services Committee" (March, 2022 to February, 2023) |
| 3 | Staff Adviser, "Institution of Mechanical Engineer, Unizik Chapter" (February, 2022) |
| 4 | Proctor, "JAMB Official/Supervisor" (May, 2021 to May, 2021) |
| 5 | Proctor, "JAMB Official/Supervisor" (February, 2020 to February, 2020) |
| 6 | Member, "Committee on Civil Works Surveillance, Maintenance and Estate Services, UNIZIK" (December, 2019) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Full Member, "Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria(COREN)" - R.26,968 (member since 2014), https://portal.coren.gov.ng |
| 2 | Full Member, "Nigeria Institution of Mechanical Engineers (NIMECHE)" - C00026 (member since 2011), https://nimechehq.org |
| 3 | Graduate Member, "Nigerian Institute of Safety Professionals (ISPON)" - 4858 (member since 2010), https://isponnigeria.org |
| 4 | Graduate Member, "Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE)" - G7869 (member since 2007), https://portal.nse.org.ng |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conference | |
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| 1 | "Waste In Green Economy for Sustainable Industrial Development", (Faculty of Engineering, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.), 9th February, 2022 to 10th February, 2022; Anambra State. |
| Other Events | |
| 1 | "Advancing The Frontiers Of Engineering Practitioners And Entrenching Professionalism For National Development", (Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria(COREN)), 9th August, 2021 to 11th August, 2021; Abuja |
| 2 | "The Nigerian Built Industry: Building A Sustainable Structure With Allied Professionals", (Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria(COREN)), 6th August, 2018 to 8th August, 2018; Abuja |
| 3 | "Data Collection And Reporting Using Microsoft Excel", (Pacific Computer and management college), 26th February, 2018 to 26th February, 2018; Calabar |
| 4 | "Essential Management Skills For Supervisors And Line Managers", (Centre for Management Development, CMD), 20th October, 2016 to 21st October, 2016; Calabar |
| 5 | "Service Management System :Proplant User Training", (BUHLER Holding AG,Uzwil,Switzerland), 6th October, 2015 to 8th October, 2015; Calabar |
| 6 | "Time And Performance Management For Improved Productivity", (Industrial Training Fund, ITF), 21st November, 2012 to 22nd November, 2012; Calabar |
| 7 | "Creative Thinking And Decision Making For Peak Performance", (Industrial Training Fund, ITF), 10th July, 2012 to 11th July, 2012; Calabar |
| 8 | "Performance Appraisal Techniques", (Industrial Training Fund, ITF), 25th March, 2009 to 27th March, 2009; Calabar |
| 9 | "Promoting Peaceful Industrial Relations In The Workplace", (Resource Development Forum), 22nd January, 2009 to 23rd January, 2009; Calabar |
| 10 | "Contractor Employee HSE Course(Level 3)", (Nigerian Institute of Safety Professionals(NISP)), 22nd September, 2008 to 25th September, 2008; Port Harcourt |
| 11 | "Contractor Employee HSE Course (Level 1)", (Nigerian Institute of Safety Professionals(NISP)), 15th September, 2008 to 16th September, 2008; Port Harcourt |
| 12 | "Modeling Flare System With Aspen Flarenet", (Aspen Technology Inc./Weam & company Ltd), 1st September, 2008 to 12th September, 2008; Abuja |
| 13 | "General Supervisory Management", (Industrial Training Fund, ITF), 27th August, 2008 to 28th August, 2008; Calabar |
| 14 | "Industrial Maintenance Engineering", (Industrial Training Fund, ITF), 23rd October, 2007 to 25th October, 2007; Calabar |
| 15 | "Production Management", (Industrial Training Fund, ITF), 13th August, 2007 to 15th August, 2007; Calabar |