Event Description
The Institute of Technology (IoT) at North East Surrey College of Technology (Nescot), is the first new space to open as part of the Sussex and Surrey IoT offering courses and apprenticeships specialising in digital technologies, such as software development, cyber security, AI (Artificial Intelligence), networking, cloud computing, data handling, ‘internet of things’ and IT support.
Visitors to the opening event of the IoT at Nescot held on28 February, included partners and employers from varied industry sectors who were able to find out the many ways in which they can support the future of skills development in the IT sector. Computing staff, and students on Nescot’s computing courses were on hand to showcase the specialist technology facilities and share their excitement with visitors about the courses available.
Andy Wilson, Senior Manager for Workplace Experience at Toyota, said: “Contemporary computing technologies such as artificial intelligence and robotics are critical throughout the vehicle industry. The Institute of Technology facility at Nescot is an exciting resource for keeping pace with rapidly developing skills needs.”
Anchor employers including NatWest, Roche Diagnostics, Southern Water, Pearson and Gatwick Airport pledged their ongoing support to work with the Sussex and Surrey IoT in various ways, from recruiting apprentices and upskilling existing staff to working with curriculum experts to help shape study programmes and providing mentoring.
Julie Kapsalis, Principal and CEO at Nescot said, “It’s been wonderful to showcase our specialist digital technology facilities, resources and training. We are looking forward to working with businesses and partners to address current skills gaps and prepare for future skills needs.”
Peter Goodenough, Computing tutor at Nescot, added, “With the Institute of Technology we can offer progress. Computers are in every walk of life and every industry. The IoT at Nescot is offering courses to enhance future skills and aid long term sustainability. You can choose from a wide range of courses on offer, from learning how to design, create and program smart devices, industrial and home robotics to making you mindful of your digital footprint.”
For more information on the IoT at Nescot please visit our website
Sussex and Surrey IoT
The Sussex and Surrey IoT includes Nescot, Chichester College Group (CCG) and the Universities of Sussex and Brighton. The IoT will enhance higher level skills training, with a new state-of-the-art hub and specialist satellites for delivery at locations across the region. The investment will create new cutting-edge facilities for higher level technical training with a focus on digital, sustainable technologies, engineering and construction.
Find out more about the Sussex and Surrey IoT here.
