Penn College receives grant for educational equipment upgrades

WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. - Pennsylvania College of Technology is the recipient of a $269,458 Perkins V grant to support the purchase of new instructional equipment for several associate degree programs.

Perkins V is federal funding for career and technical educational programs intended to help schools and colleges provide access to industry-relevant technology. Ensuring students can train with current tools, equipment and technologies strengthens their career readiness.

"We are grateful to receive Perkins V funding, which supports our ongoing commitment to providing students with the latest industry technologies across our instructional labs," said Penn College President Michael J. Reed. "This funding, focused on technology enhancements for specific associate degree majors, strengthens our ability to align academic experiences with the needs of industry and prepare students with durable skills for rewarding careers."

Reflecting its nimble approach to matching curriculum and instructional technology with workforce needs, Penn College has been named the most innovative school for four consecutive years in the Regional Colleges (North) rankings by U.S. News & World Report.

Associate degrees supported by the Perkins V funding include automotive service technician; collision repair technology; heating, ventilation & air conditioning technology; heavy equipment operator technology; heavy equipment technology; landscape/plant production technology; and machine tool technology.

"By upgrading program resources in these and other associate degree majors, the Perkins V funding helps ensure that our students will continue to develop technical competencies and practical skills in real-world instructional environments," said Elizabeth A. Biddle, senior director of grant management. "The funding supports both the preparation of a skilled talent pipeline and economic growth."

Penn College is a national leader in applied technology education. Visit www.pct.edu, email admissions@pct.edu or call toll-free 800-367-9222.