With new partner Siemens, NTU will leverage state-of-the-art expertise and training to elevate the electronics industry.

NTU has partnered Siemens Automation and Drives, Electronics Assembly Systems Division, to advance research and development (R&D) and provide specialist training in electronics and micro-production.

The cooperation agreement between Siemens and NTU was formalised by Prof Lim Mong King, NTU Deputy President and Dean, College of Engineering, and Mr Hans-Dieter Bott, Managing Director of Siemens Pte Ltd.

The agreement arises from NTU's strengths in engineering research and Siemens' strong commitment to research and education, and paves the way for both parties to undertake joint R&D in surface-mount technology.

It also provides NTU students with internships and on-the-job training opportunities, both in Singapore and regionally. The basic internships, which last for eight weeks, cover all major aspects of electronics production from set-up and programming to production line management.

NTU students also stand to benefit from the knowledge creation and career opportunities that will come about through the collaboration.

Says Prof Lim: "With this MOU, NTU continues to build its links with the industry and ensure that the research we undertake and education we provide meet real-world needs."

He adds that NTU students "will have the opportunity to work with Siemens' engineers on advanced electronics technology, and gain real-world experience which will be invaluable when they embark on their career".

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