This $295,285 Project Grant awarded by the National Science Foundation (CFDA 47.076 - STEM Education) to Clover Park Technical College will increase the number of manufacturing engineering technicians, with a particular focus on improving female representation in the workforce. The project involves a collaboration with local career and technical education providers, faculty professional development, increased outreach at area high schools, and the establishment of a business and industry...
This $650,000 project grant from the National Science Foundation's STEM Education program (CFDA 47.076) supports the development of new curricula and hands-on learning experiences focused on Industry 4.0 advanced manufacturing technologies. Led by Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station, the project aims to prepare students and incumbent workers for careers in manufacturing technician roles in sectors such as agriculture, food and beverage processing, and oil and gas. Key deliverables...
This Project Grant award of $347,688 from the National Science Foundation's (NSF) STEM Education Program (CFDA 47.076) supports Georgia Piedmont Technical College (GPTC) in developing a one-year pathway for high school dual enrollment students to earn two college certificates in the growing field of mechatronics. Over the three-year project, 60 students will be recruited to participate, with a focus on economically disadvantaged and underrepresented students in STEM. The award will align...
This $464,038 National Science Foundation project grant will support St. Charles Community College in creating academic pathways to train students on Industry 4.0 technologies. Funded under the STEM Education program (CFDA 47.076), the college will work with industry to identify knowledge and skills needed for Industry 4.0 technician roles. It will develop a Mechatronics Associate of Applied Science degree and stackable certificates incorporating classroom, lab, internship and apprenticeship...
This $1.14 million project grant from the National Science Foundation's Division of Undergraduate Education will support the development of new academic pathways for technicians in advanced manufacturing. Funded under the STEM Education program (CFDA 47.076), the project aims to address growing demand for skilled technicians equipped with advanced manufacturing technologies by enhancing degree and certification programs at State Fair Community College in Sedalia, Missouri. Specifically, the...
The National Science Foundation awarded Arapahoe Community College a $299,998 project grant under the STEM Education program (CFDA 47.076) to provide training for mechatronics engineering technicians in Colorado. The funding will support Arapahoe Community College's delivery of training programs from July 2021 through June 2024 to develop skills in mechatronics integration, programming, troubleshooting and maintenance. The STEM Education program aims to ensure the vitality of the nation's...
Columbus State Community College was awarded a $397,014 project grant from the National Science Foundation under the federal STEM Education program (CFDA 47.076) to expand its engineering technician pipeline for Industry 4.0 from May 2021 through April 2024. The grant will support Columbus State's efforts to provide training and education programs focused on developing skills relevant to advanced manufacturing techniques and emerging technologies impacting industry. By preparing more technicians...
This $590,340 Project Grant award from the National Science Foundation's (NSF) STEM Education program (CFDA 47.076) aims to develop a Computer Numerical Control (CNC) training pathway at Gateway Technical College in Kenosha, Wisconsin. The project will implement CNC dual-credit courses at Lakeview Technology Academy, a STEM-focused high school, to expand access to manufacturing education for underrepresented students in the local community. Key goals include recruiting a diverse student body,...
The National Science Foundation (NSF) awarded a $649,987 Project Grant under the STEM Education (CFDA 47.076) program to Southwestern Community College District to develop a Micro-Nano-Technology Technical Education Certificate Program. This program aims to provide structured educational and training opportunities for traditional and non-traditional two-year college students to acquire knowledge, skills, and abilities that will prepare them for entry-level technical careers in the micro- and...
This National Science Foundation (NSF) Project Grant, awarded under the STEM Education (CFDA 47.076) program, provides $314,248 to Fresno City College, a division of the State Center Community College District, to implement an Engineering Student Ambassador Program. The primary goals of the program are to: (1) create an engaging and supportive community for engineering students, (2) increase participation in the engineering program, and (3) provide students with the support and skills needed...
The Butte-Glenn Community College District received a $350,000 Project Grant from the National Science Foundation's (NSF) STEM Education program (CFDA 47.076) to establish an Engineering Support Technician (EST) certificate program in manufacturing and food processing industries in northern California. The project aims to develop a workforce technician education program with stackable, credit-bearing courses to address the needs of high school graduates, incumbent workers, and veterans seeking technician careers. Key components include curriculum development, hands-on labs, industry mentoring and internships, and partnerships with organizations like the Grow Manufacturing Initiative and Manufacturing Skills Standards Council. The overarching objectives are to formalize the EST certificate program and equip students with the skills and certifications to meet local industry demands. The project period runs from August 2024 to July 2027.