The CobotsVETMed Project partner Higher Institute of Industrial Systems of Gabes (ISSIG) is a higher education institute under the University of Gabes that specialises in applied engineering training that alignes with industry needs.
The institution offers licenses and master’s degrees in fields of mechanical, electrical, and mechatronic systems, making it an excellent match for the goals of the project, which aim to modernise industrial training through Industry 4.0 for young people in Tunisia and Algeria. The implementation of the project will bridge skill gap and promote automation processes, leading to industrial upscaling and job creation. For that, CobotsVETMed consortium, collaborates with a team of specialised experts from IISGto support the development of the training.
These are:
Prof. Ridha Ennetta, a Certified ISO 21502 Lead Project Manager and a Certified Trainer in e-Learning. He is a professor of mechanical engineering with a specialisation in mechanical design for industrial applications. He will participate to the curriculum development and implementation of the project.
Prof. Salah Zidi whom previously worked on autonomous systems and unmanned vehicles. He is a professor of electric engineering with expertise in data analysis, AI, Machine Learning - Optimisation - Classification. Dr. Zidi is in charge of the integration of the cobots training environment in ISSIG.
Dr. Yemna Bensalem, the director of the Career and Skills Certification Center (4C) at ISSIG.As an associate professor of electric engineering, she is specialised in the development of mechatronic systems based on IoT. She is responsible for the delivery of the CobotsVETMED developed curriculum to the targeted students ensuring a smooth integration of the cobots training.
And finally the Director of ISSIG, Dr. Brahim Metoui an assistant professor of electric engineering specialised in automation systems with an emphasis on mobile robotics. He stirs the engagement of local stakeholders, including industry partners, educational institutions, and government bodies, to promote the project and facilitate its adoption.
When asked why the CobotsVETMed project is important to the institute, their response was:
“CobotsVETMed Project supports the integration of advanced collaborative robotics (cobots) into vocational training, thereby enhancing the quality and relevance of TVET school programs. It also allows ISSIG to leverage existing resources and partnerships to create synergies, while equipping students with Industry 4.0 skills that support digital transformation and sustainable manufacturing in the region.”