Electrical Students visit BEC Power Plant
Posted by BTVI • Thursday, 2008-March-27
Students from The Bahamas Technical & Vocational Institute, Electrical Installation Program recently had the opportunity to visit one of Bahamas Electricity Corporation main power plant at Clifton Pier. Thirty-three students participated in this field trip on Wednesday, November 14, to observe the day to day operations of a power plant.
The students were taken on a two hour tour by Mr. Mario Smith, Assistant Engineer and Mr. Melvin Babbs, Mechanical Technician who discussed the plants electricity generation and also exposed the students to other aspects of the plant. BTVI students commented on the benefits of such a visit, giving them the opportunity to reinforce their theoretical knowledge with first-hand observations. The students thanked the power station officials for their valuable information.
The students were taken on a two hour tour by Mr. Mario Smith, Assistant Engineer and Mr. Melvin Babbs, Mechanical Technician who discussed the plants electricity generation and also exposed the students to other aspects of the plant. BTVI students commented on the benefits of such a visit, giving them the opportunity to reinforce their theoretical knowledge with first-hand observations. The students thanked the power station officials for their valuable information.
RIBBON CUTTING LAUNCHES STUDENT SUCCESS LEARNING CENTER FOR BTVI
Posted by BTVI • Thursday, 2008-March-27
An extraordinary collaboration between The Bahamas Technical & Vocational Institute (BTVI) and Daytona Beach Community College (DBCC) announced today during the opening of a state of the art Student Success Learning Center (SSLC), which held its official ribbon-cutting on March 17th. The new center will provide students with both a work environment, as well as the resources to become effective, independent, and skillful learners.
The opening ceremony commenced with a welcome by Dr. Iva Dahl, Manager/Consultant at BTVI. DBCC President, Dr. Kent Sharples and Minister of State for Youth and Sports, The Honorable Byran Woodside provided remarks which were followed by a blessing of the ceremony performed by the Venerable Archdeacon Keith Cartwright of Martyr Anglican Church, Lyford Cay. Also in attendance were Minister of Education, Youth, Sports and Culture, The Honorable Carl Bethel, Permanent Secretary for Ministry of Education Mrs. Elma Garraway, and Bahamas Union of Teachers, President Mrs. Ida Poitier Turnquest.
The opening ceremonies also included the announcement of a significant donation by DBCC providing BTVI with sixty (60) computers. About 100 well-wishers were on hand to witness the dedication and ribbon-cutting ceremony. BTVI's Manager Dr. Iva Dahl gave opening remarks, acknowledging DBCC for its support in making this project a reality. "This is indeed a memorable occasion as this will assist us in achieving one of our many goals- that of providing the means for students to bridge that academic gap through computer aided instructions not only in numeracy and literacy but also in workforce and study skills", said Dr. Dahl.
The SSCL will be staffed with qualified instructors, that are committed to providing services that are aligned with the diverse range of learning abilities on campus said Dr. Dahl. The purpose of the Center will help students with their fear of Math, English and allow them to utilize the SSLC for a wide variety of assistance, either individually or in group workshops, including; time management and test taking strategies and writing skills.
In addition to preparing students academically, SSLC will host a number of enrichment workshops throughout the year. I am very excited about the creation of this center and I am hopeful the center will provide us another tool in solving literacy in the Bahamas, say Mrs. Pamela Bowe, Coordinator of The Bridge Program at BTVI. No students can fail here if he or she truly wants to succeed.
This is a wonderful day for us, we are grateful for the generosity of DBCC, who not only is the donor of the computers for the center, but who are placing their trademark on the restructuring and reorganization of BTVI, said The Hon. Byran Woodside, Minster of State for Youth & Sports.
The opening ceremony commenced with a welcome by Dr. Iva Dahl, Manager/Consultant at BTVI. DBCC President, Dr. Kent Sharples and Minister of State for Youth and Sports, The Honorable Byran Woodside provided remarks which were followed by a blessing of the ceremony performed by the Venerable Archdeacon Keith Cartwright of Martyr Anglican Church, Lyford Cay. Also in attendance were Minister of Education, Youth, Sports and Culture, The Honorable Carl Bethel, Permanent Secretary for Ministry of Education Mrs. Elma Garraway, and Bahamas Union of Teachers, President Mrs. Ida Poitier Turnquest.
The opening ceremonies also included the announcement of a significant donation by DBCC providing BTVI with sixty (60) computers. About 100 well-wishers were on hand to witness the dedication and ribbon-cutting ceremony. BTVI's Manager Dr. Iva Dahl gave opening remarks, acknowledging DBCC for its support in making this project a reality. "This is indeed a memorable occasion as this will assist us in achieving one of our many goals- that of providing the means for students to bridge that academic gap through computer aided instructions not only in numeracy and literacy but also in workforce and study skills", said Dr. Dahl.
The SSCL will be staffed with qualified instructors, that are committed to providing services that are aligned with the diverse range of learning abilities on campus said Dr. Dahl. The purpose of the Center will help students with their fear of Math, English and allow them to utilize the SSLC for a wide variety of assistance, either individually or in group workshops, including; time management and test taking strategies and writing skills.
In addition to preparing students academically, SSLC will host a number of enrichment workshops throughout the year. I am very excited about the creation of this center and I am hopeful the center will provide us another tool in solving literacy in the Bahamas, say Mrs. Pamela Bowe, Coordinator of The Bridge Program at BTVI. No students can fail here if he or she truly wants to succeed.
This is a wonderful day for us, we are grateful for the generosity of DBCC, who not only is the donor of the computers for the center, but who are placing their trademark on the restructuring and reorganization of BTVI, said The Hon. Byran Woodside, Minster of State for Youth & Sports.
BTVI FASHION TRADE STUDENTS VISIT BAHAMA HAND PRINT
Posted by BTVI • Thursday, 2008-March-27
Students from The Bahamas Technical & Vocational Institute's (BTVI) program in Fashion Trade recently visited Bahama Hand Print to take part in the yearly Production Study Tour.
The students were taken on a tour around the factory and were educated about the different functioning parts of the product line. The students then had an opportunity to meet with Mrs. Joie Lamore (Co-Owner of Bahama Hand Print), who fielded questions about the factory and the wide range of products.
"The tour is an opportunity for students to gain additional knowledge and techniques in design resort portfolio selection. All students in the program are exposed to a diverse background in fashion design production", said Ms. Shirley Pearson Coordinator of Fashion Trades & Souvenir Manufacturing at BTVI.
Other insights came from, a former graduate of BTVI (Demetrius Albury, a Supervisor at Bahama Hand Print), who discussed her role in Bahama Hand Print. Ms. Albury was able to share with the students the knowledge she gained while attending BTVI and how it now relates to her work experience.
Mrs. Cathy Pinder, an Instructor for the Fashion Trade Department at BTVI, commented: "The visit was a great, fun learning experience for students while at the same time encourages students to continue in the fashion trade field". BTVI will continue to organize off campus events to enrich our students experiences and provide them with opportunities to develop their skills.
The students were taken on a tour around the factory and were educated about the different functioning parts of the product line. The students then had an opportunity to meet with Mrs. Joie Lamore (Co-Owner of Bahama Hand Print), who fielded questions about the factory and the wide range of products.
"The tour is an opportunity for students to gain additional knowledge and techniques in design resort portfolio selection. All students in the program are exposed to a diverse background in fashion design production", said Ms. Shirley Pearson Coordinator of Fashion Trades & Souvenir Manufacturing at BTVI.
Other insights came from, a former graduate of BTVI (Demetrius Albury, a Supervisor at Bahama Hand Print), who discussed her role in Bahama Hand Print. Ms. Albury was able to share with the students the knowledge she gained while attending BTVI and how it now relates to her work experience.
Mrs. Cathy Pinder, an Instructor for the Fashion Trade Department at BTVI, commented: "The visit was a great, fun learning experience for students while at the same time encourages students to continue in the fashion trade field". BTVI will continue to organize off campus events to enrich our students experiences and provide them with opportunities to develop their skills.
Professor and Author speaks to Students
Posted by BTVI • Monday, 2008-March-03
The students of the Introduction to Business class at Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute (BTVI) are well on their way to becoming productive and star performers on their jobs and in their businesses. For the past few weeks the students have been learning about The Economy and Business. The interesting topics that were covered in this unit were, The Economy and You, Basic Economic Concepts, Economic Resources and Systems, and Economic Activity in a Changing World. Ms. Charliese Bevans, Introduction to Business Teacher at BTVI is committed to providing quality training to her students. She is determined to keep them exposed and also encourages them to embrace opportunities.
On Friday, Ms. Lilyann Williams (Introduction to Business Teacher-BTVI) along with Ms. Bevans and her students warmly welcomed guest speaker Dr. Nicholas Karagiannis who spoke on the topic Economics and You. He also shed light on the recession in the United States and what effect it will have on the Bahamian economy. Dr. Karagiannis is currently an adjunct Professor of Economics at H. W. Huizenga School of Business and Entrepreneurship, Nova Southeastern University, and a Part Time Professor of Economics and Head of the Economics Division at OMEGA College (in association with St Thomas University, Miami). He has authored and co-edited eight (8) books, and has published widely in scholarly journals and edited books in the areas of economic development, public sector economics and macroeconomic policy.
After his outstanding and informative presentation he presented copies of one of his most recent publications namely, "New Directions in Bahamian Policy".
On Friday, Ms. Lilyann Williams (Introduction to Business Teacher-BTVI) along with Ms. Bevans and her students warmly welcomed guest speaker Dr. Nicholas Karagiannis who spoke on the topic Economics and You. He also shed light on the recession in the United States and what effect it will have on the Bahamian economy. Dr. Karagiannis is currently an adjunct Professor of Economics at H. W. Huizenga School of Business and Entrepreneurship, Nova Southeastern University, and a Part Time Professor of Economics and Head of the Economics Division at OMEGA College (in association with St Thomas University, Miami). He has authored and co-edited eight (8) books, and has published widely in scholarly journals and edited books in the areas of economic development, public sector economics and macroeconomic policy.
After his outstanding and informative presentation he presented copies of one of his most recent publications namely, "New Directions in Bahamian Policy".
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