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Ferris State students train on Komatsu GPS equipment

Original: Ferris State alum’s connection puts Komatsu GPS technology in Heavy Equipment students’ hands, gaining in-demand skills

Ferris State University's Heavy Equipment program has received Komatsu GPS technology for student use, thanks to a connection with a university alumnus. Students will now train with the same machine-control systems used across the heavy equipment industry, gaining skills that employers actively seek. The partnership highlights how alumni industry ties can bring current technology into the classroom and better prepare graduates for the workforce.

Why now: The alumni-facilitated donation of industry-standard GPS technology gives students in-demand skills, a story of interest to the university community and local industry.

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