The prime minister was shown a training class for milling machine operators and a radio laboratory for student electricians.
Vladimir Putin also inspected the gym and the swimming pool.
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The Polytechnic College of Municipal Economy was established in St Petersburg back in 1930. In 2006, it was reorganised and joined by an additional three technical schools. Construction of a new building began in 2008.
Over 1,500 students study under 12 professional education courses at the college.