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## Program Overview This fully funded program bridges the gap between digital 3D modeling and physical production. Hosted at a state-of-the-art facility, the course delivers intensive, hands-on exposure to industrial product development and advanced CAD/CAM processes. Trainees will gain direct experience setting up, operating, and troubleshooting modern 3D printers while mastering industry-standard design tools. ## Core Learning Modules **Advanced 3D Modeling:** Mastering parametric part layout in **SolidWorks** and freeform NURBS surface modeling inside **Rhino 8**. **Slicing & Machine Logic:** Preparing geometry for additive manufacturing, optimizing layer heights, infill patterns, and support structures. **Prototyping Workflows:** Translating a conceptual sketch into a finished, physical plastic or resin prototype. ## Strict Eligibility Rules **Technical Track:** Open to graduates holding a degree or TVET advanced diploma in **Mechanical**, **Manufacturing**, or **Electromechanical Technology** (prior basic design exposure is highly valued). **Youth Academic Track:** Open to **High School Students** who possess strong foundational computer literacy. ## Practical Logistics & Mapping **Registration Window:** July 8, 2026 - July 17, 2026 (Ensure you secure your slot before the close date). **Program Cost:** **FREE** (Fully covered by the institute). ## Venue Location & Details The program takes place at the **Technology and Welding Excellence Center**. The campus features heavy machinery workshops, dedicated computer CAD labs, and automated welding/additive manufacturing testbeds. **Location Reference:** Situated near the **WOSEN** area, Addis Ababa. ## Direct Contacts **Landline:** 011-646-4455 **Mobile Support:** 0985-11-2035 **Sponsoring Body:** FDRE Technical and Vocational Training Institute

## Program Overview This highly competitive winter training program bridges classroom learning with practical engineering design. Hosted by the **Ethiopian Science Academy**, the bootcamp provides high-achieving high schoolers with direct access to advanced lab hardware. Students spend their break working in a collaborative team environment, translating foundational science concepts into functioning electronic prototypes and software scripts. ## Core Learning Modules **Applied Electronics:** Building and troubleshooting circuits, reading schematics, understanding voltage/current interactions, and working with hardware components. **Computer Science Foundations:** Developing logical thinking and practical coding fundamentals through hands-on software development exercises. **STEM Center Lab Work:** Moving past textbook theory to run physical tests, measure data, and engineer working hardware prototypes. ## Strict Eligibility Rules **Academic Level:** Open exclusively to high school students currently in **Grades 10, 11, or 12**. **Performance Criteria:** Candidates must have a proven record of **high academic achievements** and strong performance in science and mathematics. ## Practical Logistics & Timeline **Program Duration:** **2 consecutive months** of intensive instruction. **Timeline:** The bootcamp officially kicks off on **July 14, 2026 (ሐምሌ 7/2018 ዓ.ም)**. **Program Cost:** **FREE** (Fully covered by the Academy). ## Venue Location & Details **Training Hub:** **Ethiopian Science Academy STEM Center** **Campus Address:** Located in Gullele Sub-City, Woreda 8, Addis Ababa. **Direction Landmarks:** Situated near the **St. Paul's Hospital** area. Pass the Commercial Bank of Ethiopia (CBE) Gullele Branch, and turn inward at the **Woreda 8 Police Station** office block. ## How to Register **Registration Method:** **In-person registration only**. Interested students must physically walk into the registry desk located on the main Ethiopian Science Academy Campus to fill out their entry forms.

## Program Overview This intensive, fully funded program is engineered to fast-track unemployed youth into the modern digital economy. Managed directly by **Finn Church Aid (FCA)**, the curriculum is structured to split the difference between intensive skill-building and real-world execution. Instead of just learning theory, students spend their time running live campaigns, optimizing sales funnels, and building professional workflows. ## Program Structure The initiative operates on a strict **3-month commitment structure**: **Phase 1 (Months 1 & 2):** In-depth technical training covering core digital marketing execution, commercial E-commerce setups, and foundational professional soft skills. **Phase 2 (Month 3):** Hands-on professional placement via corporate internships, alongside dedicated institutional job placement assistance. ## Strict Eligibility Rules **Employment Status:** Must be currently **unemployed**. **Academic Background:** Must hold a completed qualification from a recognized **University, College, or TVET institution**. **Age Bracket:** Strictly open to youth aged **18 to 34 years old**. **Priority Tracks:** Fully inclusive and welcoming applications from **refugees** and **persons with disabilities**. ## Practical Logistics & Application Process **Weekly Schedule:** 3 Months duration | **2 days per week** | Full-day sessions from **9:00 AM - 5:00 PM**. **Program Cost:** **FREE** (Fully covered by FCA). **Application Deadline:** July 19, 2026 (Note: Slots are capped based on workstation availability). ## Venue Location & Details **Training Hub:** **FCA Creators Hub** **Campus Venue:** Hosted inside the **Teferi Mekonnen Polytechnic College** campus, Addis Ababa. ## Secure Your Slot **Digital Application Form:** https://forms.gle/mkqrc3TTg2fVatuR7