The word "polytechnic" refers to an educational institution that offers a wide range of technical and vocational courses, focused on practical skills and hands-on training. Full definition
He said this was part of the reason for the conversion of polytechnics into technical universities to give graduates the requisite practical experience to fit into the job market. (ghanapoliticsonline.com)
The conversion of polytechnics into technical universities is modeled after the German system of technical universities, which has proven to be a huge success. (xliveafrica.com)
The decision of the school authorities came as a proactive measure to forestall break down of law and order on the campus as a result of protests embarked upon members of the Non Academics staff union and Senior staff association of Nigerian polytechnics in the institution. (nigeriapoliticsonline.com)