An automotive mechatronics learning and research centre, set up in collaboration with the Mercedes-Benz, was inaugurated at the KIIT University here on Tuesday.
Mercedes-Benz MD and CEO Martin Schwenk inaugurated the cente in the presence of KIIT and KISS founder Dr Achyuta Samanta. This is the first and only centre of its type in Eastern India.
“We are very much happy to join hands with KIIT Deemed to be University to open this centre. Mercedes-Benz India’s unwavering commitment to contribute back to the society has led to the expansion of this course and its success is immensely satisfying,” said Schwenk.
Dr Samanta said students can receive quality education along with world-class training and understanding of cutting-edge technology at par with current industrynorms.
Schwenk visited the KIIT School of Mechanical Engineering and talked to the students.
The Advanced Diploma in Automotive Mechatronics (ADAM) Course would fulfil the requirement for superlative service in the automotive sector, he said.
Besides, Schwenk visited different campuses of the KIIT and various units of the KISS. Addressing 10,000 sudents of KISS, Schwenk said, “It is my first visit to Odisha and KISS. I am very much impressed to see KISS and smiles of young girls. I have visited various parts of the globe, but never seen such an institute like KISS. KISS has provided quality education with all types of facilities. You should avail such facilities for your better future.”