DOST-MIRDC Celebrates the MTSC’s Anniversary through Free Training for Die and Mold Industry
by Kai H. Negado
Despite nearly 2.4 million unemployed Filipinos, the demand for skilled workers remains high, particularly in the die and mold industry. The Department of Science and Technology - Metals Industry Research and Development Center (DOST-MIRDC), through its Mold Technology Support Center (MTSC), is trying to address this gap with targeted training and development initiatives.
In celebration of its anniversary, the MTSC conducts free training programs to give skilled workers in the die and mold industry an exceptional chance to upskill or reskill. The free face-to-face training programs are as follows:
- Basic Technical Drawing
- Advanced Technical Drawing
- Mold Design
- Injection Mold Assembly
- Injection Machine Operation
The training programs will run for one week, beginning today, November 4, until Friday, November 8, 2024, at the Mold Technology Support Center, Pacific Avelex Realty Corp., Lot 434, Brgy. Bacao II, CEZ, Gen. Trias, Cavite.
Engr. Vengua and Mr. Musnit as instructors during the free MTSC training
Engr. Sy of the MTSC and the attendees during the free MTSC training
DOST-MIRDC Executive Director Robert O. Dizon congratulates the MTSC on its significant milestone, stating that “this facility has been one of the DOST-MIRDC’s latest offerings to the metals and engineering industry where we address the innovation needs of local die and mold companies. It is exciting to see all of us working together to achieve a common goal.”
DOST-MIRDC also welcomes collaborations with companies in the metals and engineering industries interested in upskilling their workforce through the Center’s regular and tailored training programs. For more information, please visit our website at mirdc.dost.gov.ph, follow us on Facebook (@dostmirdc), or contact us via email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
This anniversary event underscores DOST-MIRDC’s ongoing commitment to strengthening the Philippine workforce and supporting the local die and mold industry.
