A three-day Working Group Meeting (WGM) was held from July 29 to 31, 2025, at the PSS Central Institute of Vocational Education (PSSCIVE), Bhopal, to review and finalize the curriculum for the three-month Certificate Course in AR Welding.

The meeting brought together distinguished experts from various sectors to share their insights and experiences. Among the prominent participants were Dr. Vinod Yadav, Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, MANIT, Bhopal; Mr. Pankaj Tiwari, Director, NXT Mobility, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh; and Ms. Shubhangi Sethi, Business Development Manager at Seabery, Gurugram (India).

Dr. Saurabh Prakash, Professor and Head, Department of Engineering and Technology, PSSCIVE, Bhopal, welcomed all the guests. Dr. Vinod Kumar Yadav, Associate Professor, Department of Engineering and Technology, PSSCIVE, provided a brief overview of the preparations made so far for the development of the certificate course in the vocational area of AR Welding.

The deliberations involved a comprehensive evaluation of the course structure, content, and learning outcomes to ensure alignment with emerging industry requirements and technological advancements in welding training. Experts discussed the integration of AR-based simulations for enhancing practical skills, improving learner engagement, and ensuring safety in the AR welding Training environments. Emphasis was laid on developing competency-based modules, defining clear assessment strategies, and aligning the curriculum with the National Skills Qualification Framework (NSQF).

Dr. Deepak Paliwal, Joint Director, PSSCIVE, Bhopal, shared his insights and expressed gratitude to all the experts for their valuable contributions to the development of the Certificate Course in the Vocational Area of AR Welding.

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