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My First 5 Fixes: Skillnaija Repair Log

The capstone project for Phone & Gadget Repair — a free Trades course. Pass it and you earn a certificate anyone can verify.

Start the course free Download the project workbook

The project unlocks once you complete the lessons. The workbook is free to download now so you can see exactly what is expected.

What you will submit

A link to a Google Drive folder containing your repair log document (text/PDF) and all supporting photos/videos for the 5 devices.

What to do, step by step

  1. Identify five (5) real-life faulty phones or gadgets from your home, friends, or family. These could be anything from a phone with a cracked screen, a tablet with a dead battery, or even a small fan that won't power on. Make sure you have permission to work on them!
  2. For each device, diagnose the problem using the skills you've learned. Document the fault clearly. Then, attempt to repair it using simple tools you have or can easily get (e.g., small screwdrivers, a hairdryer for heat, a multimeter if you have one). If a part needs replacing (like a screen or battery), note down where you'd source it and its estimated cost in ₦.
  3. Record your repair journey for each device. This includes: the initial fault, the steps you took to diagnose, the repair process (even if unsuccessful), the outcome (fixed or not), and any lessons learned. Take clear photos or short videos at different stages: before the repair, during the repair (e.g., device opened up), and after the repair (if successful).
  4. Compile all your documentation (faults, diagnosis, repair steps, outcomes, photos/videos) into a single document. This could be a simple written report, a Google Docs file, or even a series of WhatsApp messages compiled into one place.
  5. Reflect on your experience. What was the most challenging repair? What did you learn about sourcing parts in Nigeria? How would you price a successful repair like one of these (e.g., 'Screen replacement for this Infinix phone: ₦X for parts, ₦Y for labour')?

Files to work with

Project workbook (fill in, then submit)The whole brief, an evidence checklist, the grading rubric as a self-check and the link-sharing steps in one file. Opens in Word, Google Docs or WPS.Word · 6 KB

How it is graded

CriterionWeight
Clear Diagnosis & Documentation of 5 Devices30%
Demonstrated Repair Attempt & Process (with evidence)30%
Reflection on Learning & Pricing Strategy25%
Quality of Photos/Videos & Overall Presentation15%

You need 65% overall to pass. A failed submission comes back with feedback and can be revised and resubmitted.

Before you submit: make your link public

If your work lives in Google Drive or Google Docs, open Share → General access and change “Restricted” to “Anyone with the link” (Viewer). Then paste the link into a private browser window: if it opens without sign-in, you are ready. A private link cannot be graded — it is the single most common reason a good project fails.

Frequently asked questions

Do I have to finish Phone & Gadget Repair before submitting the project?

Yes. The submission screen opens once every lesson in Phone & Gadget Repair is marked complete. The lessons are where the methods, the Nigerian context and the worked examples the project depends on are taught.

How is the project graded?

An examiner scores each rubric criterion from 0 to 100 and weights them as shown on this page; you need 65% overall to pass. Most submissions are graded within minutes and you get written feedback on what was strong and what to improve.

Can I resubmit if I fail?

Yes. A failed project comes back with feedback; revise the weak parts and resubmit. A passed project is final — the certificate is issued and cannot be re-rolled.

What do I actually submit?

A write-up of what you did (under 5,000 characters) plus a public link to your work — a Google Drive folder, Google Doc, spreadsheet, GitHub repository or video. The link must open without sign-in; a private link cannot be graded. The free project workbook on this page walks you through all 5 steps.

Is the certificate real?

Yes. Passing this project issues a certificate with a unique verification code. Anyone — an employer, a client, a school — can open the verification page and see that the certificate is genuine and which project earned it.

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