The government has promised the citizens that it would continue to invest in higher technical education, research, and development in order to bridge the gap between Africa’s leading tertiary institutions and those in other parts of the world.
The assurance was provided by Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, Minister of Education, who stated that the government views technical education as a guiding force for long-term growth.
In this respect, it will not relent in its attempts to promote educational training that offered awareness and skills for the teeming youth to pursue job opportunities.
“The government recognizes the critical role technical and vocational education plays in the growth of every nation, and it is dedicated to ensuring equal access to high-quality TVET for all,” he said.
This was mentioned in a speech given on his behalf at the Cape Coast Technical University’s (CCTU) third congregation ceremony over the weekend.
A total of 1,126 students earned Bachelor of Technology degrees, Higher National Diplomas, and advanced diplomas during the ceremony.
Dr. Adutwum urged technical universities to develop more appealing and appropriate programs that take into account emerging educational patterns.
He encouraged them to take advantage of the free Senior High School (SHS) graduates’ enrolment opportunities.
Dr. Adutwum praised the CCTU’s attempts to develop a Renewable Energy Centre, which are in line with the government’s vision of renewable energy as a viable choice for contributing to the total energy supply mix whilst reducing the environmental impact of energy development.
The Minister stated that preparations were well underway to restart construction on the university’s unfinished programs, such as the auditorium and commercial sector.
The university’s Vice Chancellor, Reverend Professor Joshua Danso Owusu-Sekyere, confirmed the announcement of nine new degree programs, including a four-year Bachelor of Technology as well as diploma and credential programs.
This, he said, was done to keep the university competitive by offering a wide variety of programs to prospective students.
He added that it was also part of the reorganization of Directorates, Colleges, and Divisions ongoing to reposition the university and better carry out its mission.
Prof Owusu-Sekyere said the Mechanical Engineering Department had developed “the Cape Coast Technical University Design and Innovation Hub (CDIH)” to provide an enabling forum for the transformation of innovation and imagination into functional goods.
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Tricycles will be operated by solar panels as part of the hub’s solar trike programme, which will begin in April this year, he added.
The project is the first phase in developing capacity for the development of an e-vehicle center of excellence.
The university is working with the Pioneer Bamboo Processing Company Limited (PBLC) to rehabilitate and run a bamboo factory in Assin Fosu, according to the Vice Chancellor.
He encouraged the graduates to bring their newfound expertise and abilities to good use, encouraging them to have a meaningful effect on people’s lives, culture, and the country as a whole.
SOURCE: ATLFMONLINE
