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Chennai, Sept. 20

Mobile handset maker Nokia has tied up with SRM University to offer a fully sponsored specialised B.Tech degree programmes for its employees at its Sri Perumbudur factory. According to a release, this initiative is expected to encourage employees with diplomas to acquire engineering degrees. The course, a seven–semester credit-based programme, is open to Nokia’s shop floor employees selected on the basis of lateral entry eligibility criteria of the SRM Universi ty.

Selected candidates can opt for a B.Tech degree in Mechatronics/Mechanical engineering or in Electronics and Communications Engineering. Two classrooms have already been set up within the Nokia premises for faculty from SRM University to conduct classes during weekdays. Practical sessions would be conducted in the SRM campus, the release said.

— Our Bureau

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