1. BOLA IGE MECHATRONICS INSTITUTE
Welcome

2. THE BIRTH OF BIMI
The idea of Bola Ige Mechatronics Institute was born out
of the developmental urge of the incumbent State
Government of Osun led by Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola as
part of his administration’s integral plan to provide
employment, encourage vocational skills development
and to develop human capacity.
The Institute was named after the one time Attorney
General of the Federation/ Minister of Justice by the name
CHIEF BOLA IGE fondly called the Cicero of Esa Oke.
Motivation

3. VISION STATEMENT
To be a first class auto-technician training institution
to be reckoned with in African sub-region.
Our Drive
MISSION STATEMENT
To empower youths and equip auto-technicians with
the requisite skills to be relevant in the modern
day automobile industry.

4. AIM AND OBJECTIVES
Provide new information and update the
knowledge of the practicing automobile technicians.
The Institute is aimed at transferring modern technology
of the western automobile industry to the
people of Africa to achieve the following:
Provide basic knowledge in the diagnosis,
maintenance, repair and servicing of automobile.
To provide effective diagnosis, repairs and servicing of automobiles.
To set a standard in the act of automobile repairs and maintenance.
Our Drive

5. WHY CHOOSE BIMI?
Practical training Affordable tuition Personal attention
State-of-the-art equipment German-trained Instructors
Flexible scheduling
Welcoming and safe learning environment
Qualities

6. BIMI STAFF
All our instructors have been part of intensive training
in the art of automotive mechatronics technology from the
stable of Lucas Nulle GmbH Academy in Sindorf-Kerpen
headquarter and Eisenach Training centre, Germany.
The trained instructors include Mechanical engineers,
Electrical/electronic engineers, Laboratory Technologist,
Business managers and experienced automobile technicians.
Some of these are licenced member of various professional
bodies including Council for the Regulation of Engineering
in Nigeria (COREN).
Our Staff

7. BIMI FACILITIES
Our facilities are designed and fabricated by Lucas Nulle
GmbH, Sindorf-Kerpen Germany. They are made to fit
German specification. We also have real live engines and
standard components readily found in most automobiles.
Labsoft is an open source course management system used
throughout our vocational training period. Students can
access course notes, practical class manuals and sample
assessments, conduct assignments in relation to the
course they are studying.
Facilities

8. BIMI FACILITIES
Multimedia Laboratory for teaching
the rudiments and principle behind
various automotive components.
Car-train Laboratory containing real
live components and equipment as
obtainable in working cars.
Facilities

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Automobile workshop equipped with
sophisticated diagnostic & servicing
tools and equipment.
Lecture hall for general courses
including large number of
participants.
Facilities

10. BIMI FACILITIES
Automated Tyre Changer and Wheel
Balancer used for general services
and balancing of tyres and wheels.
Wheel Alignment equipment used
for training on the adjustment and
setting of wheel alignment.
Facilities

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On-board Diagnostic II hand tool used
for scanning combustion engine to
obtain live data and fault codes.
Diagnostic equipment used for
general diagnosing of faults
in an automobile.
Facilities

12. BIMI FACILITIES
Automobile Air-conditioning Training
equipment used for simulation and
tracing of faults in AC system.
Automated Air-conditioning servicing
equipment used for evacuating,
purging and charging of refrigerant.
Facilities

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Auto-electrical set-up used for training
on electrical connections and Vehicle
Inter-connecting Networks.
Real live components used to
demonstrate individual operation
of different components.
Facilities

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Electro-mobility system used to demo
-nstrate the operations & configuratio
-ns of hybrid and full electric vehicles.
Dissected hybrid engine for training
on the operating principles of hybrid
engine and its components.
Facilities

15. BIMI FACILITIES
Two post hoist used for lifting cars with
rotatable wheels. It is most applicable
when working on the drive train.
Four post hoist used for lifting cars
with the four wheels stationer. It is
most applicable in wheel alignment.
Facilities

16. BIMI FACILITIES
Dissected internal combustion engine
used for learning the operations and
fault diagnosis in an engine.
Engine management training system
for teaching the operation & interact
-tion of sensors, actuators and ECM.
Facilities

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Braking System Training Board used
to demonstrate the operation of
various vehicle brake components.
Dissected car used to train on the
identification of components in
automobile as they work.
Facilities

18. BIMI FACILITIES
Emission Analyser used to carry out
analysis of the exhaust product/gas
of an automobile.
Dissected car used to train on the
identification of components in
automobile as they work.
Facilities

19. BIMI FACILITIES
Interactive Board with writing
compatibility used for the presentation
of training materials and video clips.
Adjustable Chalk Board
Facilities

20. BIMI PROGRAMMES
Programmes
National Vocational Certificate in
Automotive Mechatronics Technology
(For Beginners)
Specialised Professional Courses
Fundamental Automotive
Mechatronics Technology
(For Practicing Specialists)
(For Technical Instructors)

21. Programmes
This programme, National Vocational Certificate (NVC) in Automotive
Mechatronics Technology is designed to train individuals of any knowledge
base to become a competent automobile technician. All trainees will be
exposed to general automotive courses and in addition, have a privilege
of choosing an area of specialty out of the eight (8) areas of specialties
available in the Institute.
It comes in three (3) stages with provision to exit at any stage and still
acquire the needed competence to start up as a technician. The stages are:
NVC, AUTOMOTIVE MECHATRONICS TECH.
(For Beginners)
DURATION:
Each stage runs for six months
FEATURES:
NVC Level III (Basic)
NVC Level II (Intermediate)
NVC Level I (Advance)
COURSE OVERVIEW:

22. SPECIALISED COURSES
Programmes
This programme is designed to train individuals with relevant automobile
maintenance experience to become an expert in their chosen field of
automobile services and repairs. The programmes lasts for short duration.
Automated Wheel Balancing; Vulcanizing, and Wheel Alignment.
(45 Days)
Air-conditioning System and Accessories Servicing.
Computerized Auto-Diagnosis.
Hybrid Vehicle Maintenance and Servicing.
Auto-Electrical Diagnosis and Repair.
Chassis and Drivetrain Maintenance and Servicing.
Power Train (Engine and Transmission) Maintenance and Servicing.
Workshop Management.
(30 Days)
(20 Days)
(30 Days)
(60 Days)
(45 Days)
(30 Days)
(15 Days)
(For Practicing Specialists)
COURSE OVERVIEW:

23. Programmes
This programme is designed for lecturers, instructors and technologist in the
field of mechatronics engineering, mechanical engineering, and electrical/
electronics engineering to equip them with the updated practical knowledge
related to mechatronics technology.
FUNDAMENTAL AUTOMOTIVE MECHATRONICS
(For Technical Instructors)
FEATURES:
Vehicle Technology
Electro-mobility
Vehicle Safety System
Vehicle Inter-connecting Networks
On-board Diagnostic II
Vehicle Routine Maintenance
Workshop Management
DURATION:
Ten (10) Days

24. JOIN THE MOVING TRAIN!
CONTACT ADDRESS:
Bola Ige Mechatronics Institute
BIMI Campus, along Faculty of Environmental Studies,
South Campus, Osun State College of Technology,
Esa-Oke, Osun State.
E-MAIL ADDRESS:
+2347065939633, 08076645559
TELEPHONE:
WEBSITE:
info@bimi.com.ng
admission@bimi.com.ng
www.bimi.com.ng
Address
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FACEBOOK:
YOUTUBE:
@BIMIEsaOke
@Bola Ige Mechatronics Institute (BIMI)

25. Thanks
SLIDE PREPARED BY:
Olayinka OLADIGBO
THANK YOU!
Adewumi OYEJIDE Daniel AJIBOYE