Afretec Summer School on Smart Systems
Jul 20 - Aug 28, 2025
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. CAT
The American University in Cairo
Organizing university
The American University in Cairo
Participants
Only open to the host institution members
Event description
The Summer School on Smart Systems, now in its second year, prepares engineering students from diverse disciplines for the growing field of smart systems development and management. Building on the success and positive feedback of the first year, the program offers intensive courses in embedded systems and AI/ML, combining practical training with real-world case studies. The goal is to equip participants with hands-on skills and knowledge that strengthen their academic preparation and future career opportunities.
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