Thanjavur and Vadodara aerospace engineering colleges usually form associations with the aerospace sector to provide practical experience. Such associations provide students with hands-on training, exposure to professionals, and involvement in research that tackles real-life problems in the aerospace industry. Most of the colleges have industry affiliations, which create opportunities for workshops, internships, and industry tours essential for skill generation.
Such affiliations also promote innovation by engaging students in live industry projects. Through the work on front-line technologies and developments in aviation, defense, and space exploration, the students are well equipped to pursue a career in aerospace. Moreover, industry partners tend to act as guest lecturers or provide advice on academic course content so that the curriculum develops in accordance with what is required in the industry, thus making graduates employable. Hence, such collaborations fill the void between academic knowledge and industry practice, providing a competitive advantage in the aerospace industry.