Schneider Electric, a globally renowned company in energy management and automation, has donated Easy9 products to Weston College in Weston-Super-Mare, to support the training of the next generation of electricians.
With over 150 electrical students ranging from full-time level one to level three apprenticeships, the college runs multiple electrical courses allowing students to gain the hands-on skills and knowledge needed to open up career opportunities.
Easy9 pallets
The donation by Schneider Electric of five Easy9 pallets will allow the college to stop using outdated 16th edition boards and improve the quality of student learning and the delivery of qualifications moving forward.
It’s vital that we train our next generation of electricians with the skills they’ll need"
“As we move to a more energy focused future, it’s vital that we train our next generation of electricians with the skills they’ll need. With increasing budget cuts to education, we feel it’s our duty to help electrical engineers in their careers by providing contemporary equipment,” said Sean Miller, Electrician Program Manager at Schneider Electric.
Technology and training
Sean adds, “We’re passionate about working with the electrical community, such as those at Weston College. We’re delighted to provide our solutions to these students and make a difference to their training. Technology and training must to go hand-in-hand if we are to future-proof the industry.”
Christopher Simpson, Weston College’s Building Engineering Services and Environmental Technology Manager, said “An enormous thank you on behalf of our learners and the College for the extremely generous and considerate donation of Schneider products that will help greatly with the training of our full-time learners and apprentices.”
He adds, “It is so rare for a manufacturer to engage with technical training at Colleges and contribute towards helping learners understand and comprehend leading industry products and fittings.”
