Dong-Eui University Holds Inauguration Ceremony for Power Semiconductor Talent Development Shared University

Participation of 11 Universities and Busan Technopark
Establishment of Standardized Curriculum

Dong-Eui University (President Han Suhwan) held an inauguration ceremony for the "Power Semiconductor Talent Development Shared University" on July 18 at Lotte Hotel Busan.

Dong-Eui University is holding the inauguration ceremony for the 'Power Semiconductor Talent Development Shared University.' Photo by Dong-Eui University

The goal of this project is to strengthen industry-academia-government cooperation and establish standardized curricula and systems in order to respond to the advancement of the power semiconductor industry and the increasing demand for specialized personnel.

A total of 11 universities, including Dong-Eui University, Kyungsung University, Pukyong National University, Korea Maritime & Ocean University, Dongseo University, Dong-A University, Pusan National University, Silla University, Kyungnam College of Information & Technology, Dong-Eui Institute of Technology, and Busan Institute of Science and Technology, as well as Busan Technopark, are participating in the shared university.

At the inauguration ceremony, Kim Kwonje, CEO of IQ Lab, gave a presentation on the qualities needed in talent for power semiconductor companies. This was followed by a report from Shin Byungcheol, Director of the Power Semiconductor Talent Development Center at Dong-Eui University, on the progress of the project and future plans.

On this day, the 11 universities and Busan Technopark signed a business agreement with the Korea Power Semiconductor Industry Association. The agreement includes the establishment of a system for industry-academia cooperation, joint development of power semiconductor curricula, support for the development and employment of talent tailored to company needs, and the establishment of a regional cooperation network.

Lee Imgeon, head of the RISE Project Group at Dong-Eui University, stated, "As Busan has been designated as a specialized zone for power semiconductors, the demand for specialized personnel is increasing. We will do our utmost to ensure that the power semiconductor industry in Busan becomes a sustainable strategic industry through systematic practical training and close collaboration."

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