are either currently offering or planning to offer Associate (2-year)degrees in the Information Assurance (IA) discipline in the near future. The mission of this consortium is“to promote security awareness within the region through collaboration with local communities,community colleges, private industry, and law enforcement agencies and to pursue education, training,and research activities in information assurance and security disciplines". The partnerships range fromsharing IA teaching materials and laboratory resources, to forming state-wide working groups andorganizing state-wide education and training workshops. This paper provides the details of the activitiesbeing pursued by Wichita State University to bring cybersecurity awareness in
lessons learned from the perspective of its three majorconstituents: students, industrial partners, and academic institutions. This paper would providethe opportunity to understand how a collaborative effort among academic institutions andindustries could answer the question, “how to meet the ever-increasing demand of qualifiedtechnicians created by emerging technologies and the silver tsunami?” The primary objectiveof this paper is to inform educators and industrial partners who are planning to develop similarprograms of best practices in order to ensure a smooth implementation process.Introduction and BackgroundEngineering technology (ET) education in the United States is still facing many challenges,unlike engineering education. As pointed out
. Examples of advanced technologies include autonomous vehicles,cloning, fusion, 3D printing, on-demand drug manufacturing, facial recognition, digitalcomputing, advanced materials, and many other applications such as those listed in Table 1.These technologies are producing significant benefits to aid humankind to solve demandingsocioeconomic challenges and technological issues. However, the pitfalls must be studied andconsidered with appropriate levels of constraints. Proceedings of the 2024 Conference for Industry and Education Collaboration Copyright ©2024, American Society for Engineering Education ETD 345
borders; • …..The foreign university, its government, or other non-NSF sources will provide funds for this partnership. ….. Challenges: Research Collaboration• What is the main driver for the partner institutions?• Inability to fund foreign partners directly• Communication challenge• Source of funding/IP protection challengeQuestions? Education and WorkforcePipeline of future engineers for green energyeconomy and graying power systems workforce: Continuum of programs from middle school to Ph.D. Industry training and lifelong learning New undergrad concentration in Renewable Energy Systems UG research scholars Research Experiences for Undergraduates (>100 over 5 years) New M.S. program in Renewable Energy Systems (est
) practices, COIL emphasizes mutual learning throughcarefully designed collaborative tasks, providing students with an authentic internationalexperience without requiring physical mobility [2]. This method aligns seamlessly with thedemands of Industry 4.0 and Industry 5.0, allowing engineering students to approach complex,multidisciplinary challenges from a global perspective [3].Intercultural competencies are regarded as vital components for academic achievement, personalgrowth towards becoming a global citizen, and relevance in the labor market [4]. The COILmethodology aims to cultivate digital and intercultural competencies as an integral component ofthe academic curriculum. Typically, COIL projects are characterized by a shared
How will competitions changeengineering education? Nancy Clark Brown Engineering Deans Institute, 17 April 2012© 2012 AutodeskCompetitions in Engineering EducationHow competitions are leveraged inEngineering Education today: Special topics courses adjacent to core curriculum Collaboration or partnership courses Publicity, engineering reputation and Iowa State University, Team Prisum Car recognition Student motivation and engagement Recruitment© 2011 AutodeskThe Value of Competitions in Engineering Education Often simulates real world experience, processes or
• train a growing workforce spanning the full supply chain• De-risked technology development in a highly regulated industry that is facilitated by collective action and collaboration with NIST and FDA• Participate in collaborative projects. • For deployment of technology, scale-up and regulatory science • For applied RD&D to de-risk process development• Opportunity to share in IP addressing shared challenges.• Partnership to train a workforce for producing, testing, A M E R I C A N I N N O VAT I O N AT W O R K and regulating products at scale
the effective tools used to organize Virtual Team tasks. Virtualreality also offers great advantages in distance work. It is expected that the advancements in thistype of technology will have a major impact in engineering education 4. Some of thecollaboration tools used to assist Virtual Team working mechanisms are described and analyzedin Table 2 18–21.4. Virtual Teams education partnerships between universities/industries.4.1 Partners for the Advancement of Collaborative Engineering Education (PACE) 7. The PACEprogram was founded in 1999 by UGS (Siemens), EDS (Hewlett Packard), Sun Microsystems(Oracle) and General Motors. Today, it is a global educational consortium comprising 65institutions from 12 countries. Its objective is to train
; To understand the collaborative process in the context of an educational setting; To prepare them to interact with the clients they will work with for their final project assignment; To gain an understanding of the advantages of feedback on their designs from other individuals; and To gain an understanding of the processes practiced by the Page 23.378.7graphics industry to create designs that represent a product. Some indicators that these objectives are being met include the students’ portfolio of their work, their written
theindustry about equally important, but much less to become an entrepreneur. The PhD supervisorswere considered to be the main stakeholder for building academic (n = 108) and non-academiccapacities (n = 69), whereas entrepreneurial capacity building was considered a responsibility ofexternal professionals (n = 49). Whereas the majority of faculty highly valued preparing thestudents for careers in industry, the limited access to industry-specific knowledge appeared as themain impediment to achieving this goal. There was a general consensus for providing certainnon-technical skills and encouraging students to collaborate with non-academic partners.However, there was also some concern about funding, potential disruptions, and the need forinstitutional
industry.IntroductionPartnership between educational institution, industries, and other units continues to fosterexcellent collaboration. There are many universities that partner closely with business andindustry to fit their needs. Universities and industries traditionally maintained relationshipswhich may include some of the same activities. The purpose of this SDCET’s partnership meetsnumerous elements in educating and preparing its students. However, the safety course is uniquesince it is not rarely covered in a specific course. The information and training they receive arevital for the student’s success in this chosen career. Again, programs that cultivated andstrengthen these relationships with firms, professional, society, and others. Proceedings of
Paper ID #9229NKU-Mazak Corp. Joint Senior Project ProgramDr. Morteza Sadat-Hossieny, Northern Kentucky University Morteza Sadat-Hossieny is an associate Professor and Director of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engi- neering Technology at Northern Kentucky University. Dr. Sadat-Hossieny is actively involved in consult- ing and research in the areas of Alternative Energy, Industry-University Collaborations, and technology transfer mechanizes in manufacturing. Dr. Sadat-Hossieny received a B.S. degree in Mechanical En- gineering Technology for Oklahoma State University in 1983, an M.S. in Manufacturing Engineering
handling, machining, and Proceedings of the 2022 Conference for Industry and Education Collaboration Copyright ©2022, American Society for Engineering Education ETD 535welding, as well as many others [2]. The welding robots are typically used for welding partstogether at specified joints in such a way that allows for fast turnover time and highly accurateresults [2]. This project involves adapting a robot designed for material handling, into a robotthat has welding capabilities. However, instead of welding parts together, this robot is meant tocreate metal structures through a 3-Dimensional printing, or welding, process
AMP Mission StatementThe Advanced Manufacturing Partnership identifies collaborativeopportunities between industry, academia and government thatwill catalyze development and investment in emergingtechnologies, policies, and partnerships with the potential totransform and reinvigorate advanced manufacturing in the U.S. AMP Outcomes 1. Develop a permanent model for evaluating, prioritizing, and recommending federal investments in advanced manufacturing technologies 2. Recommend a set of ‘partnership projects’, focused on advancing high-impact technologies and creating models for collaboration that
Partnering with academia to foster the delivery ofinnovation and differentiation in the orthopaedic medicaldevice world : The Additive Manufacturing Opportunity GARY J . M I LLE R , P H D EXACTECH, INC GAINESVILLE, FLORIDA USA COPYRIGHT 2017Orthopedic Product Innovations over the Years The Evolution of THAThompson 1950 Charnley Cemented THA 1958 - 1982 Porous Coated Biologically Fixed Modular Press-Fit Cup and Stem 1980’s Sintered Bead Porous Coatings -- Optimized through the collaboration of universities and industry Pocket with Uniform 3-D Interconnecting Layers Close Packed
Preservation Brief 47 states, “Over time, the cost of maintenance is substantiallyless than the replacement of deteriorated historic features and involves considerably lessdisruption. Stopping decay before it is widespread helps keep the scale and complexity of workmanageable for the owner.”3. During this research different paint and primer methods weretested on weathered wood to find the best system that will prove to be vital for the preservationof the wooden structures, and most cost effective for national parks and everyday homeowners ofhistoric structures. Proceedings of the 2019 Conference for Industry and Education Collaboration Copyright ©2019 American Society for Engineering Education
Commerce, Department of Defense, Massachusetts Technology Collaborative, Schmidt Futures, National Science Foundation, MIT, and industry partners. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Improving Employer Engagement in a Manufacturing Professional Workforce Development ProgramAbstractIn recent years, workforce recruitment and retention have become the top challenge formanufacturers across the country, creating an urgent demand for more effective professionalworkforce development (PWD). New PWD initiatives must be designed to meet the specifichiring needs of the manufacturing industry. Consequently, it is essential that the opinions andinput of manufacturing employers be
to thrive in the construction industry, highlighting theimportance of integrating VR and BIM in construction education.Keywords: Virtual Reality, BIM, Construction sector, 3D environments, Constructionmanagement, Education.IntroductionThe construction sector has witnessed significant technological advancements in recent years,with Building Information Modeling (BIM) emerging as a pivotal tool for enhancing projectefficiency and collaboration. Virtual Reality (VR) has the potential to address challenges relatedto project management, safety, and stakeholder engagement by offering immersive andinteractive environments.This paper explores the integration of VR and BIM in the construction industry, highlightingtheir combined potential to
, and to network with peers around the globe. The conferenceoutcomes listed below only hint at the potential gains an Engineering program may haveby becoming involved in similar activities. • Real-time course problem/solution presentations to a global audience • Continuous exchange of students’ innovative projects and ideas • New opportunities to collaborate with businesses • Students’ early introduction to the latest technologiesThis paper outlines the general guidelines for successfully hosting an internationa lconference and provides tips on building collaborative relationships with universities andindustries around the world.INTRODUCTIONGlobalization is fast becoming a norm in most industries and higher educationalinstitutions are
participated 75% of graduates have entered the automotive industry What Makes AVTCs unique? High-profile collaboration between government, industry and academia More than $960M of industry support GRA fellowships (engineering, business and communications students) Emphasis on Model-Based Design Holistic vehicle evaluation (environmental impact, performance, safety, consumer acceptability and other market factors) Access to industry-leading engineering tools, training and mentoring Access to top engineering jobs from leading employers Systems-level engineering emphasis + hands-on/experiential learning environment = premier training ground for automotive engineers Video TestimonialsDr. Shawn Midlam-Mohler
Wisconsin – Platteville. These projects have, by and large, been successful. However, they have also produced some failures, which form much of the basis for the potential project difficulties presented in the previous sections. This section specifically discusses the different collaborations and their successes and failures. Collaboration #1: Automated Mail Carrier – Mechatronics with Mechanical Systems Design. The first collaboration undertaken was the development of an automated mail carrier to deliver mail between the Mechanical and Industrial Engineering offices at UWP. The design was to be an autonomous vehicle capable of traveling out the door of one office, down a long hall with several turns, and into the door of a
(EduFusion NSG) presents an innovative, integrated framework thataddresses the critical gap between academia and industry, providing a structured ecosystemthat promotes collaboration, educator training, and market-relevant course offerings toenhance entrepreneurship and economic resilience on a national scale.IntroductionThe EDUFUSION Project, officially launched on December 1, 2024, is a 48-month initiativefunded under the European Union’s ERASMUS-EDU-2024-CBHE program (Project ID:101179805). This project aims to address critical challenges in Kazakhstan’s highereducation system by bridging the gap between academia and industry, enhancing educatortraining, and delivering innovative, market-aligned online courses. By fosteringcollaboration
Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering (MIE) in its newly identified research thrust area in assistive technology and biomedical engineering. Taking full advantage of the advances in assistive technologies requires a systematic integration of the needs and performance capabilities of disabled persons, of mechanical, electrical and control technologies, and of design optimization. Frequently, addressing these challenges requires the integration of research and education. In our experience, senior design projects lead to the identification of research projects, research opportunities emerge from work with outside collaborators, and current faculty research informs senior design projects.The sections that follow will
collaborates with faculty on the Scholarship of Teach- ing and Learning through various research projects. Particular current areas of collaboration include instructional design, evaluation, engineering education and learner support. In addition, Dr. Jackson is an Affiliate Faculty in Penn State’s Higher Education Department.Prof. Karl R Haapala, Oregon State University Dr. Karl R. Haapala is an Associate Professor in the School of Mechanical, Industrial, and Manufacturing Engineering at Oregon State University, where he directs the Industrial Sustainability Laboratory and is Assistant Director of the OSU Industrial Assessment Center. He received his B.S. (2001) and M.S. (2003) in Mechanical Engineering, and his Ph.D. in
this need, a special coordinating organization wasfounded at the regional state level, Interdisciplinary Republican Center of ProfessionalRetraining and Raising Qualification of Leaders and Specialists of Tatarstan. All universities inTatarstan are members of this body which forms the heart of a close collaboration betweeneducational establishments and industry to develop and provide courses and curricula. TheInstitute of Additional Professional Education at Kazan National Research TechnologicalUniversity (IDPO KNRTU) plays an important role in creating programs based on industryinput.Approximately 500 engineers and staff from industry raise their qualification at KNRTUfollowing a broad set of course offerings 72-500 contact hours depending on
. This expansion has led to increasingly complex projects, demanding sophisticatedtechnical and managerial skills [3].Within this multifaceted landscape, ethical considerations have become paramount. Constructionprojects inherently involve numerous stakeholders, including local communities, governments,and the environment [4]. Decisions made throughout the project lifecycle have far-reachingconsequences for all involved. Furthermore, the collaborative nature of the industry, witharchitects, engineers, contractors, and regulatory bodies all playing crucial roles, amplifies thecomplexity of maintaining integrity and compliance [5].Recent incidents underscore the critical need for robust ethics education within the constructionindustry. For example
encouraged the 13 partners to expand the scope of their collaboration to address the full learning and working experience of students, faculty and staff and to expand the group to include other minority serving institutions with ECE and similar programs. With the assistance of the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department Heads Association, the group has created a new organization, the Inclusive Engineering Consortium, consisting of a core group of collaborators and a second, much larger group of affiliated members from other universities, industry and professional societies. The first face-to-face meeting of the new organization was held in July, 2019. Participants included representative from member
Collaboration Copyright ©2023, American Society for Engineering Education ETD 465undergoing a paradigm shift from traditional in-person, classroom-based teaching to remote,online teaching. More higher education institutions have preferred online methods as preferredmethods for offering technology education for conveniences in scheduling, resource limitationsetc. However, online delivery modalities are seen as the most challenging in teaching Industry4.0 concepts. Due to the size and the high cost of the industry 4.0 laboratory equipment, it isoften impractical and not cost effective for higher education institution to provide hands
cybersecurity. Graduatesare well-equipped for roles such as digital manufacturing engineers, manufacturing data analysts,process automation engineers, and smart factory managers.To address the need for the current manufacturing workforce, Cuyahoga Community College(Tri-C) collaborated with industry partners to create two specialized programs: the Bachelor ofApplied Science in Integrated Digital Manufacturing Engineering Technology (IDMET), a four-year degree, and the Associate of Applied Science in Mechatronics, a two-year degree. Bothprograms are part of the broader field of SM [18]. Ohlone College's Smart ManufacturingTechnology program provides entry-level manufacturing technicians with the relevantknowledge and skills for Advanced Manufacturing in
Page 2.406.2challenge as will be detailed later on in this paper. 4. Collaboration between the students is another focus point in the new approach.Collaboration not only gets the students acclaimed to the way they will most probably will beworking in the industry, it also promotes several other worthwhile objectives such as improvedcommunication and leadership skills, accountability, responsibility, understanding andappreciating diversity. In the new paradigm collaboration takes on a wider perspective in terms ofcollaboration not only between students in a specific discipline but collaboration betweenstudents from diverse disciplines, collaboration between students and faculty, as well ascollaboration between faculty to prepare students