Statistics

The Department of Statistics at Thomas McGettrick Institute of Technology, Ogoja, is established to provide competency-based education and training in statistics and data analysis in accordance with the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) Minimum Standards.

The department focuses on the collection, organization, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of data for informed decision-making across various sectors of the economy. Training emphasizes both theoretical foundations and practical applications of statistics using modern statistical tools and software.

Core areas of instruction include descriptive and inferential statistics, probability theory, statistical computing, data analysis, survey design, quality control, operations research, and applied mathematics. Students are also trained in the use of statistical software packages such as Excel, SPSS, R, and Python to solve real-life problems.

The programme prepares graduates for employment in government agencies, research institutions, manufacturing industries, financial institutions, healthcare organizations, education, and private sector organizations, as well as for self-employment and further studies.

The objectives of the Department of Statistics are to:

• Produce skilled statistics technicians and technologists capable of collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data accurately.

• Provide students with sound theoretical knowledge and practical competence in statistical methods and data analysis.

• Train students in the use of statistical software and computational tools for real-world applications.

• Develop students’ ability to apply statistics to quality control, operations research, market research, and policy analysis.

• Prepare graduates for employment, entrepreneurship, and self-reliance in data-related fields.

• Promote ethical data handling, accuracy, and professionalism in statistical practice.

• Lay a solid foundation for further studies and professional development in statistics, data science, and related disciplines.

The Department of Statistics was established as part of the School of Engineering at Thomas McGettrick Institute of Technology, Ogoja, in response to the growing national demand for skilled manpower in data analysis, research, and evidence-based decision-making.

The department was created to support national development by producing graduates capable of applying statistical methods to industrial processes, social and economic planning, scientific research, and quality assurance. Since its establishment, the department has focused on developing a curriculum that balances statistical theory with practical data analysis skills, in line with NBTE requirements.

Continuous curriculum review, staff development, and improvement of computing and analytical facilities ensure that the department remains relevant in the era of data-driven decision-making and digital transformation.

The National Diploma (ND) in Statistics programme is structured in accordance with the NBTE Minimum Standards for Statistics programmes in Nigerian polytechnics.

The Department is committed to achieving and sustaining accreditation through:

• Implementation of an NBTE-approved curriculum

• Engagement of qualified academic and technical staff

• Provision of adequate computer laboratories and statistical software facilities

• Effective teaching, continuous assessment, and examination procedures

• Mandatory participation in the Student Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES)

• Continuous quality assurance and programme evaluation

The Department operates under the academic supervision of Thomas McGettrick Institute of Technology, Ogoja, and adheres strictly to NBTE regulations to ensure national acceptability and relevance of its graduates.