Ala. CCs join aero tech consortium

The Alabama Community College System and Huntsville’s Von Braun Center for Science and Innovation’s University Consortium (VCSI-UC) college system are partnering to expand students’ access to aerospace, manufacturing, and defense industry training that could lead to an engineering technology degree. VCSI-UC has agreements with four-year institutions in Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Tennessee. Alabama’s community college (ACC) system is the first to participate. Students could also study automotive manufacturing, maritime, digital transformation and engineering technology; plus receive training in 3-D technology, augmented reality, and virtual reality programs. The latest partnering is designed to elevate workforce development in Alabama. (Source: AL.com 03/19/19)