1. Anniesland College and Technical and Vocational Institute (TVI) Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Marine Transport Jim Anderson – Head of Corporate Development Ahmed Shoier - Lecturer In Technical Vocational Institute

2. Overview Sept 2010 to June 2012 Engineering Engineering Systems work towards accreditation of HND in Engineering Systems Support Via Anniesland VLE Engagement with Employers Support Workshops in Alexandria through college staff, VLE, Engineering and Quality groups

3. Three achievements Accreditation of HND Engineering SystemsAccreditation of HND Engineering Systems Local Employer Engagement New VLE materialsNew VLE materials Potential new BusinessPotential new Business Enhanced Quality ProceduresEnhanced Quality Procedures

4. One challenge (there was more than one) Staffing. Social & Economic Circumstances. Popular Perception – Technician/Vocational Qualifications have lower esteem. Quality, Progression & Standards – Global challenges. Improving and Sharing Teaching Resources between colleges in a global context. Employer Engagement.

5. Two benefits (Again more than one) Raising the profile of HN qualifications out-with Scotland Increased awareness in changing circumstances and demands of industry Improved Teaching Practices Increased contact with Certifying Authorities. Improved participation in College within support networks Increased use of VLE opportunities Increased stakeholders involvement

6. Jim.Anderson@anniesland.ac.uk ahmed@tvi.aast.eduJim.Anderson@anniesland.ac.uk ahmed@tvi.aast.edu or shoier@yahoo.com