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Abba Aji Grema Talba
Civil Engineering Technology Student

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Civil Engineering Student | Structural Design | AutoCAD | Revit | Sustainable Materials

I am building toward a future in structural engineering through design, construction, and sustainable materials.

Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria

FOCUS

Civil Engineering Technology

SOFTWARE

AutoCAD, Revit & ProtaStructure

FIELD

SIWES Site Experience

RESEARCH

Sustainable Materials

Deliberately building an engineering foundation

I am a Civil Engineering Technology student developing practical and technical skills through academic study, construction-site exposure, engineering drawing, computer applications, research, and self-directed learning.

I approach my studies with discipline and curiosity — combining classroom learning with hands-on site experience and continuous practice with engineering software, working steadily toward a professional engineering career.

Structural design AutoCAD & Revit Construction technology Sustainable construction materials

Academic qualifications and training

Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology

Ramat Polytechnic Maiduguri

Final Year, In Progress
Expected 2026

Advanced Diploma in Computer Application

Nur Computers Maiduguri

Upper Credit
2025

Diploma in Computer Application

Nur Computers Maiduguri

Upper Credit
2024

Certificate in AutoCAD Application

Nur Computers Maiduguri

Upper Credit
2024

SSCE

Sabilun Najah Islamic School Maiduguri

2024

Honest levels, backed by real evidence

My skill levels are stated plainly — Beginner, Developing, Intermediate or Advanced — each with the experience or certificate behind it.

Revit (Architectural Design)

Advanced

Evidence: Multiple 3D architectural renders and floor plans produced in Revit

AutoCAD

Intermediate

Evidence: AutoCAD Application Certificate, Upper Credit

ProtaStructure

Beginner

Evidence: Currently learning and practising simple structural frames

Structural Drawing Reading

Developing

Evidence: SIWES and self-study experience

Site Inspection

Beginner

Evidence: SIWES experience

Concrete Works

Beginner

Evidence: SIWES exposure to concrete mixing, pouring and compaction

Microsoft Office

Advanced

Evidence: Computer application diplomas and work experience

Data Management

Intermediate

Evidence: Computer operator experience

Sustainable Materials Research

Developing

Evidence: Academic project involving rice husk and cow dung

SOFT SKILLS

Teaching & CommunicationLeadershipTeamwork Discipline & Time ManagementResearchProblem SolvingSelf-directed Learning

Research, site experience and applied practice

My growing body of work spans sustainable-materials research, industrial training, structural drawing practice, and peer leadership.

SIWES site experience

Student Trainee — SIWES

Site Experience — Eighteen Engineering Company

Student Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES) placement focused on practical construction procedures and site operations.

SIWESSite OperationsConstruction
Structural drawing interpretation

Self-study and Practice

Structural Drawing Interpretation

Ongoing self-directed practice developing my ability to read and interpret structural drawings.

Structural DrawingSelf-study
Study group leadership

Founder and Study Group Leader

Civil Engineering Study Group Leadership

I founded and led a peer study group supporting collaborative civil engineering learning.

LeadershipCollaborationLearning

Revit — 3D Modelling and Visualisation

A selection of my architectural designs modelled and rendered in Autodesk Revit — residential and mixed-use concepts with attention to form, light, and material composition.

Modern two-storey residential design

Contemporary Two-Storey Residence

Residential concept with a cantilevered upper level, full-height glazing, and integrated lighting design.

Minimalist white building

Minimalist Residential Block

Clean geometric form with emphasised verticality and a restrained material palette.

Bungalow with pitched roof

Traditional Bungalow

Pitched-roof residential design with symmetrical massing and a landscaped approach.

Stone-clad residence

Stone-Clad Residence

Textured stone façade with deep overhangs and warm interior lighting.

Architectural floor plan

Architectural Floor Plan

Layout of a residential unit showing bedroom ensuites, main lounge, kitchen, and entry porch with a full structural grid reference.

Practical exposure across site, classroom and computing

Industrial Training / SIWES

November 2025 – March 2026

Eighteen Engineering Company

Plot No. 11, Damboa Road, GRA, Maiduguri

  • Observed and assisted with reinforcement placement
  • Observed concrete mixing, pouring and compaction
  • Assisted with site inspection and basic measurements
  • Learned construction site safety and procedures

Classroom Teacher

June 2024 – Present

Khairul Huda Islamic School, Maiduguri

  • Taught students in a classroom setting
  • Developed communication and leadership skills
  • Prepared lesson notes and assessments

Computer Operator

October 2025 – February 2026

Zam Zam Computers

Ngomari Old Airport, Maiduguri

  • Provided first-level IT support
  • Managed data entry and Microsoft Office tasks
  • Assisted customers with hardware and software issues

Formal qualifications and training

Certified qualifications and professional training. Certificate documentation is available upon request.

Advanced Diploma

Advanced Diploma in Computer Application

Nur Computers Maiduguri

2025 · Upper Credit

Diploma

Diploma in Computer Application

Nur Computers Maiduguri

2024 · Upper Credit

AutoCAD Certificate

Certificate in AutoCAD Application

Nur Computers Maiduguri

2024 · Upper Credit

SSCE

SSCE

Sabilun Najah Islamic School Maiduguri

2024

Let's Build Together

I am open to internship opportunities, site experience, research collaboration, mentorship, and opportunities to develop civil and structural engineering skills.

  • abbaajigrematalba2@gmail.com
  • 09073958035
  • Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria

References available upon request.