October 2018 NSF ATE PI Conference Debrief Columbus State ...

1 Page | 1 October 2018 NSF ATE PI Conference Debrief Columbus State showcases its success at the NSF ATE PI Conference in Washington DC During the week of October 22rd, a team of 19 Columbus State faculty, staff, and a current student traveled to Washington, DC to attend the National Science Foundation s Advanced Technical Education Principal Investigator s (NSF ATE PI) Conference . The ATE program focuses on the education of technicians for the high-technology and STEM fields that drive our nation's economy. There are currently 10 active projects at Columbus State , focusing on a variety of topics including: additive manufacturing, advanced manufacturing, alternative energy automotive, cloud computing, construction sciences, cybersecurity, data analytics, mobile design and development, and logistics engineering.

2 The nine current projects led by Columbus State is more than any other college in the country. The annual ATE Conference is an opportunity to share best practices and develop partnerships with likeminded schools, project teams, and faculty. Seven projects created exhibits for showcase sessions presenting their progress and achievements as well as networking with potential partners from other colleges. Additionally, Columbus State faculty and staff presented five Conference sessions, panel discussions, and roundtables. The College values our partnership with the NSF ATE program and continually looks to advance the quality of our programs through this valuable funding opportunity. Session Title Columbus State Presenter(s) The Impact of Smart Logistics on Supply Chain Management Jeremy Banta, Lead Instructor, Supply Chain Management Tara Sheffer, Manager Sponsored Projects Operations Student Presentation | Logistics Engineering Technology Abraham Assefaw, Student, Logistics Engineering Technology The Impact of Industry Engagement on a Curriculum Design Process Jon Lundquist, Professor, Art, Media & Design From NSF PI to Community College President Leadership Perspectives on ATE, America s Technological Workforce, and the Next 25 Years Dr.

3 David Harrison, President Representing Columbus State at the ATE PI Conference : 1. Abraham Assefaw, Logistics Engineering Technology Student 2. Jeremy Banta, Supply Chain Management 3. Dean Bortz, Construction Sciences 4. Nancy Case, Partnerships & Programs 5. N. Chris Dennis, Supply Chain Management 6. Mark Gerko, Engineering & Transportation Technologies 7. Stephanie Hall, Grants Office 8. David Harrison, President 9. Shane Kirby, Grants Office 10. Steve Levin, Automotive Technology 11. Jon Lundquist, Art, Media & Design 12. David Nowak, Computer Science 13. Margaret Owens, Construction Sciences 14. Gloria Rogiers, Computer Science 15. Kevin Rooney, Grants Office 16. Tara Sheffer, Grants Office 17. John Sherwood, Employer Engagement & Experiential Learning 18.

4 John Paul Vandermark, Grants Office 19. Scott Wegeng, Employer Engagement & Experiential Learning For more information about the NSF PI Conference : NSF ATE or the Gants Office Recent Awards websites. Page | 2 Columbus State ATE Projects: Award Number Award Title Award Amount Principal Investigator 1501194 Ohio Region Cybersecurity Technician Training Pipeline $599,680 Lawrence McWherter 1600455 Increasing Technician Preparedness in the Built Environment $705,909 Dean Bortz 1600689 Pathways for Alternative Energy Automotive Technicians $587,687 Steve Levin 1700454 Data Analytics Technician Advancement (DATA) Program $689,189 Gloria Rogiers 1700455 Design Thinking: Additive Manufacturing Summer Institute $815,164 Mark Gerko 1700519 Strengthening Mobile Application Resources and Technician Training.

5 The SMARTT Project $680,187 Jon Lundquist 1700520 Logistics Engineering Technology Work Study (LETWS) $687,904 Jeremy Banta 1800188 Collaboration of Midwest Professionals for Logistics Engineering Technology Education $268,000 Jeremy Banta 1800612 Manufacturing Experiential Advancement Readiness Network $549,780 Mark Gerko 1800988 Building an Industry-aligned Pathways to Careers in Cloud Computing $588,678 David Nowak Columbus State Conference Presentations: Forum & Discussion Session: The Impact of Smart Logistics on Supply Chain Management Jeremy Banta & Tara Sheffer, Columbus State Community College This session covered the emerging career field in logistics technology, including supply chain principles, engineering technology, and computer science.

6 Panelists discussed the needs of technologically educated employees, how multidisciplinary education is necessary, and how community colleges can get involved. ATE Student Poster Session: Logistics Engineering Technology Abraham Assefaw, Columbus State Community College This poster included information on a new, cutting-edge program the Logistics Engineering Technology (LET) program started and only offered at Columbus State Community College. The poster shared the importance of this degree within the logistics field, outline where the demand and need came from to start the program, and include different job fields for the LET degree. Page | 3 Breakfast Roundtable: The Impact of Industry Engagement on a Curriculum Design Process Jon Lundquist, Columbus State Community College This roundtable session focused on an industry-led curriculum development process in Mobile Application Design and Development.

7 The session also discussed opportunities to keep industry partners engaged with the programs and students, and seek their assistance in staying abreast of industry trends and emergent technologies. Plenary Session: From NSF PI to Community College President Leadership Perspectives on ATE, America s Technological Workforce, and the Next 25 Years Dr. David Harrison, Columbus State Community College The highest levels of community college administration face significant challenges in supporting STEM technician education programs at their institutions. For economic development in their region, a skilled technical workforce is critical in high-tech sectors. To be responsive to industry needs, presidents recognize the need to support and maintain the currency of their STEM programs.

8 However, challenges in meeting program enrollments coupled with the cost of expensive equipment and infrastructure may force a CEO s decision to limit the college s support. Hear from a panel of community college presidents who have all served as NSF principal investigators as they address these challenges. Panelists will provide guidance on obtaining administrator support for ATE-funded programs, creating a campus culture that bolsters the efforts of faculty in pursuing and implementing grant-funded STEM initiatives, and exploring the issue of sustainability and leveraging ATE awards. Join a lively discussion as panelists share insights on how community colleges will need to position themselves to continue to lead the development of America s Technological Workforce for the next 25 years.

9 Columbus State Conference Showcases: Booth 104: Pathways for Alternative Energy Automotive Technicians Columbus State Community College will collaborate with universities, high schools, and regional employers to The project will develop a new career pathway and certificate program in Alternative Energy Automotive Technology. The project will prepare alternative energy automotive technicians with the skills sets to diagnose, repair, and maintain hybrid, electric, compressed natural gas, and hydrogen alternative fuel vehicles. Booth 105: Data Analytics Technician Advancement Program The DATA project will develop a new career pathway in Data Analytics with two tracks: one for incoming students from regional high schools and one for veterans and underemployed incumbent workers.

10 The pathway will be based upon a 2+2+2 model that includes regional high schools and universities and an internship guide for data analytics technicians. Booth 106: Design Thinking: Additive Manufacturing Summer Institute This project will develop and implement an Additive Manufacturing Institute Model to provide high school students with the opportunity to explore the variety of careers associated with advanced manufacturing. A complementary high school professional development curriculum focuses on equipping high school educators with the skills needed to implement transdisciplinary project based learning. Booth 201: Strengthening Mobile Application Resources and Technician Training The goal of the SMARTT project is to develop a 2+2+2 educational pathway focusing on mobile applications.