Further, Sun Learning Services Official Course material will form part of the recognised and recommended textbooks for all computer science and IT courses at Amity. The partnership will help Amity to leverage upon Sun's expertise on Java and Solaris technologies as well as update their existing curriculum using Sun's resource library.
The partnership with Sun will facilitate the Amity University to -- impart technical education on Java and Solaris technologies; access worldwide curriculum on Sun's technologies; Learning Path that is developed with industry-recognised certification; Train-the-trainer programmes for the faculty will help ensure that Amity's faculty are trained on the latest technology; enhanced visibility for the University on a global scale and enhanced placement and job opportunities; access to Sun's Certification solutions.
"We are strongly positioned to support Amity in its endeavour to offer the most contemporary curriculum to the students. A unique faculty development programme, which will package the advantages of Sun's academically superior curriculum with Sun's industry expertise and market leadership, will form the basis of our solution for Amity," said Bhaskar Gandhavadi, chief learning officer, Sun Microsystems India.
"Sun training programmes and certifications provide IT professionals with industry-recognised credentials that demonstrate competency through the assessment and validation of skill sets for specific job roles. This in turn enables job placement and career advancement in the highly competitive technology marketplace. Our collaborative relationship with Sun will help us to offer learning from the source to students, supported by globally recognised and certified learning paths. A well-planned and executed partnership with Sun will help support our plans in all spheres, technologically and academically," said Dr Ajay Rana, director, Amity Technical Placement Centre. |
