Video recording of Skillman’s webinar held on 14/09/2017 is now available

Skillman Project Webinar: Thursday 14 September 2017 (h 12:00 CET) Skilmann project invites you to a webinar session on Innovative curricula in Advanced Manufacturing: Robotics, Composite materials and Industry & Production 4.0 Manager Skillman project provides effective answers to the constantly and rapidly evolving scenario of new technologies affecting the Advanced Manufacturing in the Transport…

Video recording of Skillman’s webinar held on 21/09/2017 is now available

Skillman Project Webinar: Thursday 21 September 2017 (h 15:00 CET) Skilmann project invites you to a webinar session on Innovative curricula in Advanced Manufacturing: Robotics, Composite materials and Industry & Production 4.0 Manager Skillman project provides effective answers to the constantly and rapidly evolving scenario of new technologies affecting the Advanced Manufacturing in the Transport…

Video recording of Skillman’s webinar held on 19/10/2017 is now available

Skillman Project Webinar: Thursday 19 October 2017 (h 15:00 CET) Skilmann project invites you to a webinar session on Innovative curricula in Advanced Manufacturing: Robotics, Composite materials and Industry & Production 4.0 Manager Skillman project provides effective answers to the constantly and rapidly evolving scenario of new technologies affecting the Advanced Manufacturing in the Transport…

Video recording of Skillman’s webinar held on 26/10/2017 is now available

Skillman Project Webinar: Thursday 26 October 2017 (h 12:00 CET) Skilmann project invites you to a webinar session on Innovative curricula in Advanced Manufacturing: Robotics, Composite materials and Industry & Production 4.0 Manager Skillman project provides effective answers to the constantly and rapidly evolving scenario of new technologies affecting the Advanced Manufacturing in the Transport…

Video recording of Skillman’s webinar held on 30/10/2017 is now available

Skillman Project Webinar: Monday 30 October 2017 Skilmann project invites you to a webinar session on Innovative curricula in Advanced Manufacturing: Robotics, Composite materials and Industry & Production 4.0 Manager Skillman project provides effective answers to the constantly and rapidly evolving scenario of new technologies affecting the Advanced Manufacturing in the Transport sector. The webinar…

Video recording of Skillman’s webinar held on 16/11/2017 is now available

Skillman Project Webinar: Thursday 16 November 2017 Skilmann project invites you to a webinar session on Innovative curricula in Advanced Manufacturing: Robotics, Composite materials and Industry & Production 4.0 Manager Skillman project provides effective answers to the constantly and rapidly evolving scenario of new technologies affecting the Advanced Manufacturing in the Transport sector. The webinar…

Video recording of Skillman’s webinar held on 30/11/2017 is now available

Skillman Project Webinar: Thursday 30 November 2017 (h 14:30 CET) Skilmann project invites you to a webinar session on Innovative curricula in Advanced Manufacturing: Robotics, Composite materials and Industry & Production 4.0 Manager Skillman project provides effective answers to the constantly and rapidly evolving scenario of new technologies affecting the Advanced Manufacturing in the Transport…

Skillman’s Ambassador Henrik Hjort (Metropolitan University College) has been interviewed

Henrik Hjort is head of division at Metropol University College placed in Copenhagen. His occupation is to train the trainers to educate the people who work in the vocational areas and the vocational colleges in Denmark. Henrik Hjort has more than over 25 years of experience within international project work and human resource development. Earlier…

Skillman’s Ambassador David Van Opdorp (Acrats) has been interviewed

After completing the study for sheetmetal structure specialist, he started to work at Fokker Aircraft Services, as an Sheetmetal Engineer, later Support Staff Sheetmetal Engineer and since 2015 in the position of Certifying Staff: Licensed Sheetmetal Engineer. During these years he developed himself as sheetmetal engineer, and continuously following trainings and courses to expand knowledge…

Guidance and methodological approach to Skillman e-laerning platform has been published

USER GUIDELINES: Introduction Get started Managing a course Managing content Learn.skillman.eu on Mobile STRUCTURE OF THE TEACHER’S METHODOLOGICAL GUIDE: Introduction The EU’s educational vocabulary and context Open Educational Resources or OER The components of a well-functioning distance education system Validation and OER Teachers using OER: some pedagogical considerations Teacher’s choice using OER: linking learning to…

The final curriculum on Robotics is now available

STRUCTURE OF THE CURRICULUM Programmable Logic Controllers Mechanical Maintenance of Automation Electrical Maintenance of Automation Maintenance Support Activities for Automation Fault Finding and Diagnosis for Automation and Robotics Robot Processes and Functions Automated Control Systems Machine Software Design Principles Robot Programming Intro to Simulation Engineering Process Optimisation To see it at the platform, click here

Skillman’s Ambassador Valentina Chanina (EfVET) has been interviewed

Valentina Chanina; Head of Office EfVET. EfVET is an umbrella organisation which has been created by and for VET providers. Its mission is to champion and enrich technical and vocational education and training through transnational co-operation by building a pan-European network of institutions and partitioners. EfVET represents 24 countries in Europe , 25,000,00 learning providers,…

Skillman’s Ambassador Rasmus Grusgaard (Danish Plastic Federation) has been interviewed

Rasmus Grusgaard is responsible for the plastics industry’s activities in the field of education. Both in relation to engineers, skilled workers, primary schools and a lot more. In addition, he is also member counseling in relation to education, new technology and materials. Rasmus Grusgaard is, however, the secretary of the Spray Testing Section and the…

Skillman’s Ambassador John Mountford (Semta International) has been interviewed

John Mountford leads the recently formed Semta International team. Semta International works closely with global partners in helping to develop solutions to understanding and meeting their Skills needs. This includes bespoke programmes focusing on Labour Market Intelligence, standards, training and certification. Semta International has delivered a number of major international Skills development projects working with…

Skillman’s Ambassador Anita Davenport Brooks (Lander Automotive) has been interviewed

Anita’s role at Lander includes supporting the company to improve their HR, Development and Health and Safety functions, introducing up to date processes and procedures. Anita has introduced a large Apprenticeship programme which has been winning awards from January 2017. It is now a Regional UK winner at the NAS Apprenticeship Awards. Lander are now…

Skillman’s Case Study: Darren Jones

Background ZF Lemforder is a leading vehicle manufacturer supplier. ZF Friedrichshafen AG acquired the tradition-steeped group of companies comprising Lemförder Metallwaren AG and Lemförder Metallwaren J. Ulderup AG & Co, headquartered in the northern German town of Lemförde in 1984. Worldwide, the manufacturers of approximately 50 vehicle brands use steering systems and chassis components from…

Skillman’s Case Study: Furqan Kahn

Background ATG (Automated Technology Group) is UK based supply chain manufacturer which is a leading global supplier of control and power solutions for industrial automation. Its approach includes designing, installing and supporting dynamic solutions for power, automation and process control, through which it drives the production lines, supply chains and service delivery of many leading…

Skillman’s Case Study: Marc Bowcutt

Background RICOR Limited is a renowned and respected British manufacturer of metal pressing and welded assemblies with over 40 years’ experience of developing components for use in a range of sectors including automotive, power generation, retail and for developing green industry green technologies. Engagement with the SKILLMAN Project In the course of the piloting, apprentices…

Skillman’s Case Study: Michael Boas

Background Chiefconsulent in the department for vocational and Labour Market Education, in the organization Danish Industry. Member of the National Training Council for the educations within the metal industry, which includes the Aviation Industry among others. Involvement in SKILLMAN Mr. Boas visited the piloting courses in TEC Aviation, and he reviewed the Joint European curriculum…

Skillman’s Ambassador Jo Lopes (Jaguar Land Rover) has been interviewed

José joined what became Jaguar Land Rover as a graduate in 1989. He has worked within Product Engineering in different Engineering roles, on both Land Rover and Jaguar projects. Taking responsibility for development and nurturing of engineering skills and competencies within the company, his responsibility extends to engineering graduates and apprentices, so they have the…

Video recording of Skillman’s webinar held on 15/12/2017 is now available

Skillman Project Webinar: Friday 15 December 2017 (h 9:00 CET) Skilmann project invites you to a webinar session on Innovative curricula in Advanced Manufacturing: Robotics, Composite materials and Industry & Production 4.0 Manager Skillman project provides effective answers to the constantly and rapidly evolving scenario of new technologies affecting the Advanced Manufacturing in the Transport…

Video recording of Skillman’s webinar held on 13/12/2017 is now available

Skillman Project Webinar: Wednesday 13 December 2017 (h 15:00 CET) Skilmann project invites you to a webinar session on Innovative curricula in Advanced Manufacturing: Robotics, Composite materials and Industry & Production 4.0 Manager Skillman project provides effective answers to the constantly and rapidly evolving scenario of new technologies affecting the Advanced Manufacturing in the Transport…

Video recording of Skillman’s webinar held on 11/12/2017 is now available

Skillman Project Webinar: Monday 11 December 2017 (h 9:30 CET) Skilmann project invites you to a webinar session on Innovative curricula in Advanced Manufacturing: Robotics, Composite materials and Industry & Production 4.0 Manager Skillman project provides effective answers to the constantly and rapidly evolving scenario of new technologies affecting the Advanced Manufacturing in the Transport…

Video recording of Skillman’s webinar held on 05/12/2017 is now available

Skillman Project Webinar: Tuesday 5 December 2017 (h 15:00 CET) Skilmann project invites you to a webinar session on Innovative curricula in Advanced Manufacturing: Robotics, Composite materials and Industry & Production 4.0 Manager Skillman project provides effective answers to the constantly and rapidly evolving scenario of new technologies affecting the Advanced Manufacturing in the Transport…

Video recording of Skillman’s webinar held on 04/12/2017 is now available

Skillman Project Webinar: Monday 4 December 2017 (h 12:00 CET) Skilmann project invites you to a webinar session on Innovative curricula in Advanced Manufacturing: Robotics, Composite materials and Industry & Production 4.0 Manager Skillman project provides effective answers to the constantly and rapidly evolving scenario of new technologies affecting the Advanced Manufacturing in the Transport…

Video recording of Skillman’s webinar held on 04/12/2017 is now available

Skillman Project Webinar: Monday 4 December 2017 (h 10:30 CET) Skilmann project invites you to a webinar session on Innovative curricula in Advanced Manufacturing: Robotics, Composite materials and Industry & Production 4.0 Manager Skillman project provides effective answers to the constantly and rapidly evolving scenario of new technologies affecting the Advanced Manufacturing in the Transport…

Video recording of Skillman’s webinar held on 30/11/2017 is now available

Skillman Project Webinar: Thursday 30 November 2017 (h 16:00 CET) Skilmann project invites you to a webinar session on Innovative curricula in Advanced Manufacturing: Robotics, Composite materials and Industry & Production 4.0 Manager Skillman project provides effective answers to the constantly and rapidly evolving scenario of new technologies affecting the Advanced Manufacturing in the Transport…

The participation of more than 80 subscribers and 345 online participants from 20 different countries in the International Conference ensures a wide dissemination of the skillman results

The International Skillman Conference, hosted by Tknika brought together specialists from 20 different countries all around the world. The different sessions of the conference have been animated by the participation of speakers of great significance as Jørn Skovsgaard of the Danish Ministry of Education, Christian Warden of MTC, Serge Monturet of EIT Raw Materials, Daniele Bassan…

SKILLMAN Capacity Building Event, 13 December 2017: Celebrating its successes and training on its outputs

by Rachael McCorriston On 13 December, a Skillman Capacity Building event took place at BMet’s Educational Business Partnership Centre on Jaguar Land Rover’s Castle Bromwich site in the West Midlands. More than 20 delegates from across global industry and the further education including, universities specialist and strategically important Caterpult Centres, leading car manufacturers such as…

The Skill council, of which Skillman is a member, has published the 2016 Report on Automotive sector

by Tiziana Chiappelli The Skill council, of which Skillman is a member, has published the 2016 Report on Automotive sector. Main topics of the Report are the employment situation in the automotive sector, including forecasts and trends and the evolution of the automotive sector’s occupations and associated skills with a specific focus on the innovative tools…

The president of Confindustria Boccia and the need to fill the gap between education and work in automotive sector: Skillman project can support the technological tranfer

Article by Tiziana Chiappelli Italian president of Confindustria calls for training in automotive sector. This is exactely what Skillman project is offering: new innovative curricula in the field of automotive for the workers and youngsters that are entering the job world. “«A request for attention to the automotive world». This is what Confindustria’s president Vincenzo…

People who will join the Skillman network could utilise the  Robotics and Automation programme for free

Training providers and employers committed to delivering curriculum that meets the skills demands of the advanced manufacturing and engineering workforce are called to join the Skillman network. Membership is free and a key benefit (access to new Level 3 Certificate in Robotics and Automation) will be offered to all new members. The qualification covers the…

An interesting report on the role of qualifications and end point assessment in apprenticeships has been produced by Semta

An interesting report produced by Semta and drafted by Lorna Unwin, Professor Emerita (Vocational Education) and Honorary Professor in the ESRC-funded LLAKES Research Centre at the UCL Institute of Education, outlines the benefit and needs for qualifications in the AME sector. Comparison among the delivery and assessment approach across EU and wider international territories are…

European VET system and Skillman agreement

by Tiziana Chiappelli Some few reflections by Tiziana Chiappelli after the International San Sebastian Conference: Skillman project Consortium works for the implementation of the indicators included in the “Recommendation on the establishment of a European Quality Assurance Reference Framework for Vocational Education and Training” of EQAVET [http://www.eqavet.eu/gns/home.aspx], accomplished through common principles for quality assurance. Skillman…

The Workshop on Robotics was carried out within the Skillman International Conference

by Rachael McCorriston from JLR The workshop on Robotics included representatives from training organisations in Germany, as well as in Turkey and Macedonia. It was part of the SKILLMAN international conference that took place in San Sebastian, Spain on 8 November 2017. The workshop was supported by a SKILLMAN ambassador from the UK, Christian Warden…

Skillman presentation in Tel Aviv University, Department of Mathematics, Science and Technology Education, School of Education (Israel)

The 21st November 2017, Skillman project has been presented by prof. Tiziana Chiappelli (University of Florence and CSCS) in a meeting with prof. Ilya Levin at the Department of Mathematics, Science and Technology Education of the School of Education in Tel Aviv University (Israel). The meeting was planned in the framework of Prof. Silvia Guetta…

Workshop on composite was carried out the past 8th November as a part of the Skillman international conference

The Workshop on composite was a part of the international conference program carried out on 8th November in TKNIKA – the center promoted by the Deputy Ministry of Vocational Education and Training of the Education Department of the Basque Government – San Sebastian. The purpose of the workshop was to engage key industry and education…

Research advancements and technology foresight

At the beginning of the XXI century the Transport sector is experiencing innovation breakthroughs that are deeply changing manufacturing technologies: both automotive and avionics have seen emerging technologies as Robotics, ICT and Lightweight materials enter their production, requiring new skills and an adequate professional education. The entire planet is under a newly accelerated population growth,…

Last Skillman.eu activities carried out during the European Vocational Skills Week 2017

After the success of the International Skillman Conference held in San Sebastian the past 8th of November, the Skillman consortium has continued organising five additional online meetings to discuss 4.0 industry skill needs and to enrich the skillman 4.0 networking activities. Only four online meetings were expected but, due to the high number of requests,…

An agreement among Skillman and LEAN project enriches the potential of the Skillman educational offer within and beyond Europe

An agreement among Skillman, represented by Giovanni Crisonà, president of CSCS, and LEAN, represented by Stefano Maccaferri, president of CENTOFORM Srl, has been signed with the aim to start a cooperation addressed to develop and promote innovative solutions in the field of advanced manufacturing in the transport sector. LEAN project is an innovative capacity building…