Sapphire Utility Solutions trio have the measure of IoT course

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Sapphire Utility Solutions trio have the measure of IoT course Bamber Bridge-based Sapphire Utility Solutions has three apprentices studying quantity surveying at IoT academic partner Preston College. Ben Bolton, HNC in Construction (Quantity Surveying) The balance of studying and putting his learning into practice on the job is working well for Ben Bolton, in the […]

Arran, Software Engineering (Game Development) BSc (Hons)

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Arran, Software Engineering (Game Development) BSc (Hons) Great tutors, small class sizes and world-class equipment on his doorstep made the IoT the perfect choice for learner Arran Thomson.   The 24-year-old is on his final year of a Software Engineering (Game Development) BSc (Hons), choosing the subject because of a personal interest and growth in the […]

James, Software Engineering (Game Development) Foundation Degree

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James, Software Engineering (Game Development) Foundation Degree The technology and the skilled staff make the IoT stand out for learner James Strickland.   The 19-year-old is on a Foundation Degree in Software Engineering (Games Development) at Blackpool and the Fylde College.   “The equipment at the IoT is next level – and there’s really good interaction with […]

Joseph, Digital Technology Solutions (Network Engineering)

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Joseph, Digital Technology Solutions (Network Engineering) Industry-leading technology a ten-minute drive from his home attracted Joseph Bennett to his IoT course.  And he will use his digital skills to boost the Blackpool economy as he plans to stay in the town at the end of his studies.   The 20-year-old is studying a Digital Technology Solutions […]

Harry, Digital Technology Solutions (Network Engineering)

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Harry Smith, Digital Technology Solutions (Network Engineering) “How many 19-year-olds can say they get to use this incredible equipment – and that’s all down to the IoT,” says Harry Smith.   The degree apprentice, who is on a Digital Technology Solutions (Network Engineering) course, has even contacted the manufacturer of one piece of technology to feedback […]

“It’s never too late to go back to education.”  

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“It’s never too late to go back to education.” Returning to learning to take the next step in her career was one of the best decisions she’s ever made, according to Sylwia Jurasz.   And the Health and Social Care learner is using her experience in the industry to benefit her course mates – taking the […]

IoT ensuring Leyland Trucks apprentices being taught relevant skills

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IoT ensuring Leyland Trucks apprentices being taught relevant skills When Leyland Trucks reported a need for electric vehicle training for its apprentices, the IoT’s academic partner Preston College integrated a new module into their courses.   By adapting the curriculum to focus on in-demand skills, and gradually phasing out some traditional engineering disciplines, the college ensures […]

Meeting the need for EV training across Lancashire and Cumbria​

Meeting the need for EV training across Lancashire and Cumbria The UK government set out the target that all new vehicles on UK roads must be zero-emission vehicles by 2035. Electric Vehicles (EVs) currently account for over 25% of new car registrations and that is set to rise exponentially, in line with introduction of the […]

L&C IoT Supporting Construction Sector Boom

L&C IoT Supporting Construction Sector Boom The housebuilding sector has a monumental challenge ahead following the government’s manifesto to “get Britain building again” and deliver 1.5 million homes in the next five years. The number of new homes built across Lancashire and Cumbria will increase exponentially, as a further overhaul of the planning system has […]