According to the website related to ‘Centers of Vocational Excellence’, UK (http://cove.lse.gov.uk/index.htm) , a ‘Centre of Excellence’ is special institute for vocational training characterized by close links between institutes, other training providers, other employment interests and communities. Aim of the scheme to produce world class & Industry ready work force at the right time when it is required by industry by using Multi-skilled modular courses.
SALIENT FEATURES OF COE SCHEME
Objectives
To produce world class & Industry ready work force at the right time when it is required by industry
Multi-skilled modular courses
Improving physical infrastructure facilities of ITIs.
Adopting new training technology with close involvement of industries and other stakeholders
Public-Private Partnership
Active participation of Industries in every stage of designing and implementing the scheme, through constitution of Institute Management Committee (IMC).
EVALUATION CRITERIA – THE EVALUATION METHODOLOGY
Internal Efficiency
Student retention ratio
Student graduation rate
Utilization of COE seating capacity
Overall internal efficiency
Staff utilization
External Efficiency
Labor market success of graduates
Satisfaction of graduates with the training received
Satisfaction of employers with the skills of graduates
Overall internal efficiency
Other cooperation between COE and the industry (Identification of training needs, development of curriculum, donation of machinery & equipment, deputation of guest faculty/experts, association with state in testing & certification)
