TAIPEI (TVBS News) — Taiwan's premier technical institution is opening its doors this weekend for a major exhibition designed to showcase the island's growing emphasis on practical skills training. National Taipei University of Technology (NTUT, 台北科技大學), one of Taiwan's oldest engineering schools, will host a comprehensive vocational education expo on Saturday (July 5), offering students and parents an immersive experience in technical education through interactive demonstrations and industry connections. Yang Shih-hsuan (楊士萱), the university's vice president, emphasized that the event represents a strategic effort to align Taiwan's educational outputs with the rapidly evolving demands of the island's technology-focused industries.
The event will bring together 13 of Taiwan's specialized educational institutions, creating a collaborative showcase that spans multiple technical disciplines. Participating schools include the prestigious National Taiwan University of Science and Technology (NTUST, 台灣科技大學), often referred to as "Taiwan Tech," and National Taipei University of Business (NTUB, 臺北商業大學), the island's leading commercial education center. Visitors will navigate through interactive exhibits featuring cutting-edge technologies including augmented reality systems, virtual reality platforms, and drone operations with hands-on demonstration opportunities. A highlight of the expo will be NTUT's award-winning student formula racing team, which will display their independently designed and manufactured electric race car as evidence of the practical innovation fostered through technical education pathways.
The program features presentations from both government officials and industry leaders, reflecting Taiwan's coordinated approach to workforce development. Chen Ping-hsi (陳秉熙), who directs Taipei City's Vocational Education Division (台北市教育局技職教育科), will open the proceedings with policy perspectives on technical training. Shen Po-yen (沈柏延), general manager of Tatung Company (大同公司), one of Taiwan's oldest industrial conglomerates, will share insights on industry-education partnerships. Particularly significant is the announcement from Huang Yu-hsien (黃育賢), NTUT's dean of academic affairs, regarding a new bachelor's degree program in semiconductor processes and equipment launching for the 2025 academic year — a direct response to Taiwan's critical position in the global semiconductor supply chain. ◼