SUMTS - Surveying and Mapping Technology for Smart City

SUMTS addresses VET initial and continuous training in the Surveying and Mapping sector in Jordan, Tunisia and Egypt. It builds on the recommendations obtained by a previous Erasmus+ Capacity Building project for HEIs, on similar studies in Jordan and it follows the Priorities for Action from ETF for Human Capital Development in both countries. It aims at modernising the offered VET training by incorporating the principles of 3D Surveying and Mapping Design into the curricula of Initial VET training and also in advancing the knowledge of existing employees in the Surveying and Mapping departments. The project will draw knowledge from the participating HEIs and training providers, which offer courses on 3D Surveying and Mapping design, adapt it to the needs of VET providers and Final Users and transform it into curriculum, profile design and training reform actions for newcomers and for existing employees. It will improve the level of VET learners' competencies, skills and employability potential of by developing new and innovative VET education programs and by delivering key competencies and ICT skills related to 3D Surveying and Mapping design. The specific objectives of the projects are to: Establish an innovative lab center for creativity and design “Surveying and Mapping Center” one in each country, to design and implement comprehensive training programs for students, semi-skilled workers, trainers, and stakeholders based on the assessment of needs including study tours for selected participants to an internationally renowned institution, to developing and implement promotional and marketing strategies and materials including a market outlook, and assisting workshops/ entrepreneurs in consolidating business linkages with local and international markets. Work is accomplished in 6 work packages, and the consortium consists of HEIs, a Technical College, NPOs and a Technological Centre, specialised in training for the Surveying and Mapping sector.