By Patience Longwe

Lilongwe, November 23, Mana: Director of Quality Assurance at Technical, Entrepreneurial and Vocational Education and Training (TEVET), Patrick Mputen, has described the newly launched laboratory at Don Bosco Youth Technical Institute in Lilongwe as a step in the right direction saying it will provide students with hands on experience and exposure to the latest technologies in electrical engineering.

Speaking Friday during the launch of Schneider Electrical Lab at Don Bosco Youth Technical Institute, Mputen said the skills and knowledge that students will acquire in the lab will not only benefit them individually but also contribute to the growth and development of the nation.

“I urge you to take full advantage of this fantastic resource. The skills and knowledge you acquire in this lab will open doors to new opportunities and careers. Remember that technical education is not only about acquiring skills, but also developing problem solving abilities, critical thinking, and creativity,” he said.

Vice Principal for Don Bosco Youth Technical Institute, Precious Chilupsya, said it is a rare opportunity that the institute is a beneficiary of the initiative.

“I wish to implore our industry experts to take advantage of the training equipment being commissioned today by giving us your workers to be trained on the technology that we have. Also, come and share your expertise in the technology being launched today so that we could supply the industry with electrical graduates that will hit the ground running,” he said.

A student at the Don Bosco Youth Technical Institute, lrene Chimgoga, said the donation will help them gain confidence since they will be provided with hands on experience.