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Cogent SSC and the Society of Biology publish MOU on skills and education

Cogent, the Sector Skills Council for the science-based industries, and the Society of Biology (SB) have set out their joined-up approach to the implementation of the initiatives arising from Cogent’s Skills Action Plan for Growth in the UK Life Sciences.  The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) sets out the areas of joint working where it is imperative the two organisations work in a complementary manner. It also avoids any potential duplication and ensures full deployment of the Society’s extensive resources around careers and professional development. Cogent CEO,Joanna Woolfsaid: “I’

Composites training providers working together

The Composites Skills Alliance has signed up the first of its training providers to deliver accredited Composites training across the UK.The Alliance, a partnership between the National Skills Academy for Process Industries and Semta, the sector skills council for science, engineering and manufacturing technologies, has confirmed four Further Education establishments as the Founder Providers. Oxford and Cherwell Valley College, Yeovil College, Southampton City College and Burnley College were all identified as having proven experience of Composites delivery. The four colleges offer

Upskilling the UK biotechnology sector

The National Skills Academy Process Industries has started to engage employers in the biotechnology sector as part of the extension to its services.It was announced by Skills Manager John Hayes in January that the National Skills Academy Process Industries was extending its remit to include biotechnology and composites. Work is now underway engaging employers in these industries and ensuring that training provision is matched with employer needs. "Composites and biotechnology are highly competitive sectors around the world and both are poised for substantial growth. If we want to secure

Composites lead hired at National Skills Academy for Process Industries

The National Skills Academy for Process Industries has recently welcomed Tom Preece to head up its new composites division.Tom will be working under the banner of the Composites Skills Alliance, a partnership between the National Skills Academy for Process Industries and Semta, the sector skills council for science, engineering and manufacturing technologies. His ambition is to increase the skills and competence of UK composites businesses, predominantly in aerospace, automotive, construction and wind energy. Tom was instrumental in writing the bid that saw the Academy win the extension

University launches new foundation degree to help boost skills

The University of Hull is launching a new course on 22 June aimed at those working in the refining, chemical and allied sectors to improve professional development and increase technical skills.  Backed by Cogent, the Sector Skills Council (SSC), the University will welcome students to a new Foundation Degree in Process Engineering Management (FdEng) from September 2011. The course is aimed at operator and maintenance engineers and technicians who are seeking or starting their first supervisory role. Taught on a part-time basis, the course is expected to take 3 years to complete and

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