The PTC is established within the College of Engineering campus in order to support students to find placement and training in industry and other organisations to enhance their attributes and gain exposure to the practical world. The PTC has the objective of accomplishing above 90% graduate employment in future in line with the college’s vision and mission.

The PTC plays an integral part in shaping the careers of the students of CE and its approach to the placement & training includes, (a) exchange of ideas and experiences with industry for the continuous improvement of the learning and teaching process (b) create a professional global network for faculty, students, graduates and experts from industry and commerce (c) career guidance and placement (d) summer training and internship.

Vision of PTC

To be a leading training provider in the field of engineering and management that promotes professional excellence.

Mission of PTC

To provide training and development that contributes to the professional development of individuals, society and corporates in the field of engineering and management.

Our dedicated team of highly qualified and experienced professionals will create and deliver training programmes based on your organization needs. Our objectives are:

• • To provide employees with professional and educational training.
  • To identify the need of industry and deliver a custom-made formative courses.
  • To act as a centre of offering certified professional courses as means of continuing education and training.
  • To develop and encourage integration of training into the workplace through short courses.
  • To provide value addition courses to graduates for enhancing employability.
  • To provide cost effective solutions to industries in the area of technological problems and in applied research.

PTC has a wide range of experience in providing quality customized training solutions for its corporate clients specializing in the design, development, delivery and management of workplace specific training solutions. We take pride in our expertise to provide professional training programmes with course content and facilities to fulfill the requirements of corporate clients & industries. Our team of highly qualified professionals has wealth of experience in delivering courses to wide range of clients such as OMIFCO, Oman Gas Company, Galfar Construction and Contracting Companies, Arabian Industries, Ministry of Defence, RCA and Ministry of Education, among others.

The following are examples of the programmes that have been part of our training solutions:

• • • Foundations Studies(English, Mathematics & Sciences)
    • Professional & Personal Development
    • Project & Quality Management
    • Business & Leadership Skills Management
    • Information Technology
    • Industrial Trades Programs
    • Engineering Technology (Mechanical, Electronics & Electrical, Instrumentation, Civil and Construction Environment)
    • Technician Training
    • Asset and Maintenance Management
    • Health, Safety & Environmental Training
    • Chemical & Process Engineering
    • Oil and Gas Engineering

Activities of the Centre

The Placement and Training Centre is responsible for the following services:

• • Careers Information and Employment
  • Student Training and Internship
  • International Internship
  • Pre-employment Guidance
  • Industry input to Academic Delivery