Federal Institute Baiano facts for kids
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| Type | Public university |
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| Established | 2 June 1910, transformed to IFBA on 2008 |
| Rector | Sebastião Edson Moura |
| Location | , , |
| Campus | Urban |
| Website | www.ifbaiano.edu.br |
The Instituto Federal de Educação, Ciência e Tecnologia Baiano (IFBAIANO) is a special kind of public school in Brazil. It offers both high school education and professional training at the same time. Think of it as a place where you can learn regular school subjects and also get skills for a job!
IFBAIANO is a big institution with many campuses (locations) across the state of Bahia. It focuses on teaching professional and technology skills in different areas, like science, human studies, and exact sciences (like math and physics).
This institution is a federal (national) public school, which means it's supported by the government of Brazil. It works closely with the Ministry of Education. IFBAIANO was officially created in 2008, but its history goes back much further to 1910. Its main campus is located in the city of Salvador.
What is IFBAIANO?
IFBAIANO is part of a network of "Federal Institutes" in Brazil. These institutes are public schools that offer free education. They are known for combining regular high school lessons with technical courses. This helps students get ready for both university and the job market.
Learning at IFBAIANO
At IFBAIANO, students can learn many different things. They can study subjects like:
- Agriculture and farming
- Information technology
- Food production
- Environmental studies
- And many more!
The goal is to give students practical skills. This way, they can find good jobs or continue their studies at a higher level.
A Bit of History
IFBAIANO has a long and interesting history. It started way back in 1910 as an agricultural school. Over the years, it grew and changed. In 2008, it became part of the larger network of Federal Institutes. This change allowed it to offer even more types of courses and reach more students.
Today, IFBAIANO continues to be an important place for education in Bahia. It helps young people gain knowledge and skills for their future.
See also
- Federal Institutes of Education, Science and Technology
