The Surface Mount Technology Association (SMTA) has announced a new Academic Institution Membership category, designed to give colleges and universities cost-effective access to SMTA's educational resources and global industry network. The membership launches on 1 September 2026 and is available to eligible institutions worldwide.
According to Dan Atwood, Membership Development Manager at SMTA, the initiative aims to build stronger pathways between academic programmes and the electronics manufacturing workplace, addressing the industry's ongoing need for qualified talent in areas such as SMT assembly, inspection, and advanced packaging.
Faculty and students at interested institutions can contact dan@smta.org or visit smta.org/page/academic-membership for further details on eligibility and pricing.
Quelle: SMTA – https://smta.org/news/733566/SMTA-Introduces-New-Academic-Institution-Membership.htm
