An inter-departmental approach while developing the new curriculum will benefit Anna University, Higher Education Minister K. Ponmudi said at the inauguration of a workshop on redesigning curriculum.
The Minister said the government’s Naan Mudhalvan scheme was aimed at inculcating among students the desire to excel in their chosen field. He urged the higher education, industry and IT experts to interact and make the required changes in the curriculum.
Mr. Ponmudi said the university should train teachers in association with TANSCHE in the affiliated colleges also. “The university has a responsibility to train students so that they fit the needs of the industry. Collaborate with industrialists,” he suggested pointing out that around 2.1 million jobs were expected to be created in sectors such as AI, cyber security and electric vehicles.
