IoT-ENABLED OFFICE SYSTEMS: ENHANCING WORKPLACE EFFICIENCY THROUGH ADVANCED TVET TRAINING IN ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING IN SOUTHWEST NIGERIA

In the developing world, the IoT-enabled office systems are going to the next level of office efficiency. The objective of this research is to investigate how advanced Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE) can enhance the promotion of IoT-enabled office systems implementation in Southwest Nigeria using a descriptive survey method. Data were collected using structured questionnaires distributed to 250 respondents comprising TVET educators and trainees, as well as industry stakeholders. This paper provides insight into advanced TVET training that is crucial in developing person IoT-specific skills and enhancing workplace productivity, energy utilization, and communication networks. The results of the study reveal some of the key challenges which restrict the IoT development in academic institutions: outdated curricula, lack of hands-on experience with IoT tools for academic institutions, and poor collaboration with the industry. The suggested measures include revising TVET curricula to include IoT skills and competencies, improving access to IoT infrastructure, and strengthening industry-academic partnerships