UDST, Qatar Shell sign agreement to supports students’ capstone projects – The Peninsula

UDST, Qatar Shell sign agreement to supports students’ capstone projects – The Peninsula

Doha: University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) has initiated a collaboration agreement with Qatar Shell Research and Technology Center (QSRTC) to support Engineering Technology students with their capstone projects.

Dr. Rachid Benlamri, Vice-President, Academic Affairs at UDST, and Antoinet van Schaijk, Pearl GTL Technology Manager and Vice-President QSRTC, signed the agreement in the presence of a number of University officials and a delegation from the energy company.

The agreement sets a joint strategy to help students identify their suitable capstone project and get industry insights throughout the process. A capstone project is usually the final assignment at university, with students carrying out research to develop an innovative solution to a real-world challenge.

A Qatar Shell engineer will guide the students, provide feedback and help find adequate resources to complete all requirements for their project. This includes documentation, software, training and access to equipment. UDST will dedicate technical supervision and will allocate the needed space for these projects, in addition to the support in reporting, manufacturing and testing the prototypes.

Furthermore, this collaboration brings forward many opportunities for the students to enhance their work and develop new skills and competencies.

Commenting on the event, Dr. Salem Al Naemi, President of UDST said: “At UDST