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Indicate your response based on the following scale:

1= Strongly disagree, 2= Disagree, 3=Neutral, 4=Agree and 5=Strongly agree

Indicators	No. Item Statement	Score 1 2 3 4 5
Workshop	1 Computer-aided design (CAD) software
Digital	for engineering simulations
Equipment
for	2 Computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) replaces lathes and other outmoded
Training	machinery for practical training.
(WDET)
	3 Computer numerical control (CNC), robotics, etc. training helps me to exercise my creativity.
	4 I demonstrate the use of scan tools to diagnose vehicle fault during practical training

5	I can identify and train students with all sensors, actuators and other new digital technologies in vehicles
6	Training materials and equipment for skills training are digitally based.]
7	I train students with artificial intelligence (AI), augmented reality (AR), base technology
8	The technology for educational training reflects the practices taking place during industrial attachment.]
9	My training prepares students with emerging digital technologies for the industry

TVET Technical universities and industries partnership for work-integrated learning (WIL)? 1Indicate your response based on the following scale:

1= Strongly disagree, 2= Disagree, 3=Neutral, 4=Agree and 5=Strongly agree.

Indicators	No.	Item Statement	Score
			1	2	3	4	5
Technical Universities and	1	Various partnerships exist between TVET Technical universities and industries at regional and international levels

Industries Partnership (TUIP)	2	Lecturers regularly visit the industry to upgrade their experience with digital technologies
	3	Curriculum development is in collaboration with industry
	4	Partnerships with the industry support us with computers and digital equipment for engineering training.
	5	These partnerships influence the successful labour market outcomes such as ensuring quick absorption of graduates into the workplace
	6	Partnerships influence the successful labour market outcomes such as upgrading machinery and equipment]
	7	Partnerships influence the successful labour market outcomes such as improving supply of middle-level skill]
	8	Partnerships influence the successful labour market outcomes such as reducing skill shortages and mismatches]

Appendix 3: Research Instruments for Lecturers to Address Objective 4

To investigate Lecturers perceived acceptance and usage of technology for mechanical engineering training.

In your opinion, please specify how technology is accepted for teaching and learning.
Indicate your response based on the following scale:

1= Strongly disagree, 2= Disagree, 3=Neutral, 4=Agree and 5=Strongly agree.

Indicators No. Item Statement Score

1 2 3 4 5

Using digital technology (artificial intelligence, virtual reality, etc.) in my work helps me to accomplish tasks easily.

Using digital technology (artificial intelligence, virtual reality, etc.) improves students’ performance.

Using artificial intelligence, robotics, virtual reality, etc. increases my work productivity]

Using (artificial intelligence, robotics, virtual reality, etc.) enhances my effectiveness in online teaching.

Using disruptive technology such as (artificial intelligence, virtual reality, etc.), makes engineering training easier and better than traditional methods.

[I find CAD/CAM useful for practical training.

Training with (artificial intelligence, robotics, virtual reality, etc.) has been easy for me.

Digital 1

Technology Acceptance (DTA). ₂
3
4
5

Perceived 1

ease of use (PEU)

	2	I find it easy to get (artificial intelligence, robotics, virtual reality, etc.) for an effective engineering training
	3	My interaction with digital technology such as (artificial intelligence, virtual reality, robotics, etc.) is clear and understanding.]
		My use of digital tools like artificial intelligence, virtual reality, robotics, and so on is clear and easy to understand for teaching and learning.]
	4	I found digital tools like artificial intelligence, virtual reality, robotics, and so on to be flexible to interact with for training.
	5	It is easy for me to become skilled at using CAD/CAM.]
	6	I find the CAD/CAM technology easy to use.
	7	Much training is required to use these technologies (artificial intelligence, CNC, robotics, virtual reality, etc.).
User acceptance for	1	I use digital technologies (artificial intelligence, robotics, virtual reality, etc.) easily and very frequently for engineering training.

Training (UAT)

I use digital technologies (artificial intelligence, robotics, virtual reality, etc,) for a variety of training purposes.

Indicate your response based on the following scale:

1= Strongly disagree, 2= Disagree, 3=Neutral, 4=Agree and 5=Strongly agree.

In your opinion, please specify whether quality assurance is practiced

Indicators	No.	Item Statement	1	2	3	4	5
Quality Assurance Practices (QAP)	1	Quality assurance processes are well documented.
Quality Assurance Practices (QAP)	2	Quality assurance and enhancement processes are implemented well.
	3	I am satisfied with my work at this training institution.
	4	I get regular feedback on my performance.
	5	I get regular motivation and encouragement from my managers.
	6	All the procedures and processes are communicated well to staff
	7	The decision-making process is transparent.

Appendix 4: Interview questions for experts in the Mechanical engineering Industry in Ghana.

Appendix 4: Research instruments for the engineering industry to Address Objective 3

Interview Questions

Introduction

1a. Can you tell me a bit about yourself?

1b. What position do you occupy in your establishment? 1c. What are your core roles in the position you occupy?

Mechanical engineering graduates' employment

Have you ever hired local mechanical engineering graduates to work in your industry?
In your opinion do you think mechanical engineering graduates meet the demand of industry in terms of emerging technologies?
Are you confident enough to hire more mechanical engineering graduates if the need arises?
Do mechanical engineering graduates have industry-required technology skills?

What type of digital technology training should graduates possess before working in the industry?

Do you face any challenge during their employment

What kind of training are provided to new graduates before they are placed on the job?
Can you please share some of the resources you used to train mechanical engineering graduates before employing them?

Are you confident enough to hire more mechanical engineering graduates if the need arises?
Would you share instances where your industry hired expatriates for jobs you could not find local expertise for.
Are you confident enough to hire more mechanical engineering graduates if the need arises?

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