The Automotive Skills Development Council (ASDC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with PES University, a renowned Higher Education Institution with a legacy of 50 years in delivering quality education. The collaboration will enable ASDC to assess PES University’s Advanced Skilling courses in the Automation and allied domains, ensuring alignment with industry standards and enhancing career opportunities for students.
The MoU was signed and exchanged on 13th March between ASDC represented by Mr. Arindam Lahiri, CEO and PES University represented by Dr. J Surya Prasad, Vice-Chancellor, in the presence of Mr. F R Singhvi, President – ASDC and Joint MD, M/s Sansera Engineering Ltd. This partnership marks a significant step in strengthening industry-academia collaboration, ensuring that students acquire practical skills along with industry-recognized certifications in the skilling domain of their choice.
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. F R Singhvi, President, ASDC, quoted, “The automotive and manufacturing industries are rapidly evolving with the integration of robotics and automation. Through this collaboration of ASDC with PES University, we aim to equip students with future-ready skills, bridging the gap between academic learning and industry requirements. ASDC’s assessment will ensure that students meet industry benchmarks, enhancing their employability in advanced manufacturing and automation sectors.”
PES University has been at the forefront of technical education, nurturing talent across multiple disciplines. With this initiative, the university reinforces its commitment to offering industry-aligned curricula, empowering students with the skills required in an increasingly automated world.
Dr. J Surya Prasad, Vice-Chancellor, PES University, said, “At PES University, we are committed to equipping students with cutting-edge skills that align with industry demands. This collaboration with ASDC reinforces our focus on practical through skilling initiatives, future-ready education with embedded curriculum in automation, robotics, smart manufacturing etc., ensuring our students adapting to evolving technological landscape.“
This partnership underscores ASDC’s dedication to enhancing skill-based education in the automotive sector and fostering a workforce that is ready for the challenges of Industry 4.0.
Prof. D Jawahar, Chancellor, PES University emphasised that “PESU is always on the forefront of creating relevant infrastructure that aligns industry and academia needs. The Skilling Centers on Campus and collaboration with ASDC will profile the students with a competitive edge, equipping them with hands-on expertise along with industry certifications opening the doors to new career opportunities”.
