Abdullah Bakare (I am) is a process engineer at Bunge, a renowned global leader in the processing of edible oils. My role involves optimizing processes related to the extraction, refining, bleaching, and deodorization of seed oils. I also manage significant projects within the facility focused on process improvement.

I enrolled in the Electromechanical Technician program, to enhance my knowledge of electrical components and systems. My primary objective was the desire to collaborate more effectively with electricians responsible for troubleshooting during process failures and outages. A recommendation from an alumnus of GBC led me to the Electronics program.

I particularly enjoyed the Circuitlogix software and computer-simulated labs, which deepened my understanding of the concepts covered in each module. I also appreciated the program's structure, where key concepts like DC and AC motors were introduced early on, allowing me to grasp these subjects before delving into related modules later in the course.

The Electromechanical program has significantly enhanced my ability to comprehend the electrical aspects of my projects, including line diagrams, control drawings, and verification of items against the electrical code. This has improved my interactions with on-site electricians during troubleshooting. Moreover, I feel more confident in exploring advanced topics such as PLCs and PLC programming in the future.