Training effectiveness of Engineering Students: A Case Study

Project-based training in an industrial environment is considered for engineering students prior to their graduation. The relevance or effectiveness of such training is deliberated by correlating the training need assessment and its fulfilment as a case study. The need and effectiveness are studied as for the students' choices and preferences of project work, methods and inputs used and technical skills enhanced during training. Finally, the role of industry and faculty at the industry-institute interface is highlighted for its mutual gains