Tarkwa: The University of Mines and Technology (UMaT) and Mac Partners Training Institute have formalized a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at advancing students' technical skills through practical training initiatives.
According to Ghana News Agency, this agreement will see both institutions commit to providing students with hands-on training opportunities, workshops, and resources to facilitate real-world experience within their fields. The MoU was signed by Professor Richard Kwasi Amankwah, Vice Chancellor of UMaT, and Mr. Seth Quaye, Managing Director of Mac Partners Training Institute.
During the signing ceremony, Prof. Amankwah shared that the university has a history of promoting practical training and is now seeking to intensify collaboration with Mac Partners to further enhance this focus. He noted that UMaT encourages practical learning and field trips, highlighting the 'Practice of Engineering' course, which allows students to learn directly from artisans and workshops.
Prof. Amankwah explained that the partnership would benefit students from both institutions, with UMaT students gaining practical experience at Mac Partners' laboratories, while Mac Partners students could attend lectures at UMaT. Lecturers are also encouraged to utilize Mac Partners' resources to upgrade their skills.
Mr. Quaye, CEO of Mac Partners Group, expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration, revealing plans to introduce a new programme next year named Technician Apprenticeship and Career Training (TACT). This initiative aims to provide engineering aspirants, who are unable to secure university admission, with apprenticeship opportunities in partnership with mining companies and related industries.
He emphasized that the partnership will allow UMaT to influence the foundational theories that underpin practical expertise, fostering the development of skilled, hands-on engineers.
