P R O G R A M 2001 Conference
Session 1: 9:30am - 10:30 am
Room: 162 Robotics Technology
Frank Gregorio, Technical Education Solutions, LLC
This workshop will demonstrate the skills obtained by students going through the Robotics curriculum. The station uses the Depco / Eshed ER2u robot arm and a grid platform to apply math and measurements to robotic arm movement. Students will manually move the robotic arm and use robot programming skills to solve problems. Knowledge gained by students are: history of robots, current uses and advantages of robots, types of robots, and major components of a robotic system.
Room 175: Developing a Lab Safety Commercial
Mike Rinaldi and Tony Ruscito, John Glenn Middle School, Bedford
In this workshop, participants will learn how to create a lab safety commercial. MGI Videowave software will be used to create a 30 second commercial. If you are looking for a fun and educational activity for your students, you should attend this workshop. Additionally, framework connections will be addressed.
Room 163C: Innovative Curriculum for Engineering
Better Preparing Teachers and Addressing Gender Balance
Tom Gralinski, Amherst Regional High School
Janis Terpenny, Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, UMass Amherst
This workshop will focus on the critical need to prepare current teachers to teach Engineering per the Science and Technology / Engineering frameworks as well as look into some current thinking / strategies to more effectively engage female students in the study of Technology / Engineering. The presenters will share their collaborative research experience in the engineering design process as well as their thoughts on strategies that may improve the interest of female students in the study of Technology / Engineering. There will be an opportunity to exchange ideas on teacher preparation and gender balance at the end of the workshop
Room 169: Redesigning Engineering Education
Glenn Ellis, Smith College
From its founding in 1999, the Picker Engineering Program at Smith College has made engineering education reform-including both content and pedagogy- central to its mission. This presentation will focus on these reforms and the resulting K-12 outreach programs.
Room 165: MIDI Circuits and Software
T. Baird Soules, Univ. of Mass. Amherst, ECE
In this workshop we will explore MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface). Participants will modify and expand on given PICMicro 8-bit microcontroller assembly language programs. Participants will also learn about the hardware aspects of MIDI standard.Knowledge of neither MIDI nor assembly language is required. Knowledge of basic electronic circuit theory and a high-level programming language such as Basic, C or C++ is recommended. Maximum 16.
Session 2: 10:30am - 11:30 am
Room 162: Project Lead the Way
Christine Shaw, Department of Education/MCCTE
Project Lead the Way is a national non-profit program with curriculum for middle and high school levels of pre-engineering. The key goals of the program are to increase the number of students who enter post-secondary engineering and engineering technology studies, improve success rates in these post-secondary programs, and increase diversity in engineering and technology.
Room 175:
How do You Know if Your Students Are “Getting It” ?
Chris Emory, Retired, Amherst High School
Formative assessment provides timely and important feedback to the teacher about students’ understanding of course material. This session will provide ideas for monitoring student understanding, and using this information to modify instruction in the classroom setting.
Room 163C: Middle School Engineering Programs
Pamela Anne Glass, Dartmouth Public Schools
Engineering programs during and after school, as well as evenings, encourage students to go into engineering fields. Learn about these programs and how they meet the Massachusetts Science and Technology / Engineering Curriculum Frameworks, and student needs to be technologically literate.
Room 169: Grant Writing: Moving from Ideas to Dollars
Yvonne Spicer, Director of Career/Technical Education, Newton Public Schools
Have you ever had an innovative idea that you could implement if you just had the funding? This workshop will discuss the “ins and outs” of locating private, state and federal grants. Strategies on how to write a successful grant proposal will be discussed.
Room 165: Midi-Circuits
T. Baird Soules, Univ. of Mass. Amherst, ECE
In this workshop we will explore MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface). Participants will modify and expand on given PICMicro 8-bit microcontroller assembly language programs. Participants will also learn about the hardware aspects of MIDI standard. Knowledge of neither MIDI nor assembly language is required. Knowledge of basic electronic circuit theory and a high-level programming language such as Basic, C or C++ is recommended. Maximum 16.
Session 3: 11:30am - 12:30 pm
Room 175: Tech Prep - Enhanced Vocational/Technical Education Training Program
Dr. James Alicata, Chair, Vocational/Technical Education, and
William Stanwood, Director, North Central Tech Prep, Fitchburg State College
This workshop will address the close collaboration among secondary schools, community colleges, and four-year institutions to produce an immediate and strategic interaction that addresses students needs as well as efficient use of resources. Retirement and ineffective recruitment has seriously impacted the technical teacher workforce for the 21st century. A systemic adjustment has led to an innovative collaboration for teacher training between colleges and organizational partners.
Room 163C: "A World in Motion"- Fostering Young Engineers
Mike Sarcione, Raytheon Corporation
The Raytheon/UMass K-16 program aims to promote engineering careers. The workshop introduces the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) and "A World of Motion" Program that uses projects such as "gliders"and "skimmers" to introduce engineering to middle school students. The program has been shared with teachers as part of the UMASS Science and Engineering Saturday Seminars and students at the Westfield Middle School.
Room169 :
Rapid Prototyping- 3D Design to 3D Object Overnight
Curt Willard, Northeast Technical Systems and Frank Cerone, Tech Ed Concepts
Rapid Prototyping is used by the industry to increase efficiency in design and manufacturing processes. Tech Ed Concepts has developed a seamless curriculum, software and hardware package to introduce Technology/Engineering students to this exciting new technology. The program includes both mechanical and architectural applications.
Room 165: Electronics Lab: UMASS A Walking Tour
Steven Reising, Assistant Professor, Electrical and Computer Engineering Dept. UMass-Amherst
The UMass- Amherst electronics program is offers students an opportunity to expand their knowledge of this ever changing and progressive field. Take part in a walking tour and lecture of the facility, and an opportunity to meet students and have them share their projects.
Session 4: 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Room 162: The UMass Amherst Supermileage Vehicle
Jeff Silveria, Mechanical Engineering Department
The UMass SAE Supermileage Vehicle Team will be presenting the 2001/2002 vehicle. Plans for improving last year’s 968 miles per gallon performance will be discussed, in addition to a question and answer session (time permitting).
Room 175: Treatment of Wastewater
Michael Switzenbaum, Associate Dept Head, Civil and Environmental Eng, University of Massachusetts
An overview will be presented on wastewater treatment. Topics will include: the need for water pollution control, the relevant contaminants, the technology used, and management of residuals. A field trip to a wastewater treatment plant will be included.
Room 163C:
Engaging Women in Minorities in Tech Prep Courses
Dr Vanessa Rivera, Assistant Dean, UMass Amherst
This workshop will help identify stratigies to engage female and minority students in Tech Prep courses and assist in creating awareness of their potential for future career choices. Strategies and innovative ideas will be explored along with workshop participants.
Room 169:
Pressure-Treated Wood: a source of arsenic contamination?
Lisa Provencher and Laurin Sievert, STEM Fellows
Pressure-treated wood contains copper, chromium and arsenic. What is the impact of such a potential source of toxic elements? How easy is it to remove these elements and what happens to them? Background facts and figures will be presented, and participants will be able to test various wipe samples for arsenic content.
Room 165:
Integrating Academics with an Applied Program
Mark Weiss, East Coast Manager of LJ Technical Systems, Inc
As educators, we are increasingly being asked to integrate math, science, and reading into our programs. You can provide a tremendous response to these requests without sacrificing true Technology Education. We will discuss how this can happen in a positive and easy to manage environment. We will review actual academic correlation reports and will hold an open discussion with teachers that are having success in this area
V E N D O R S
The Massachusetts Technology Education/Engineering Collaborative (MassTEC) appreciates and recommends your support of those who supply Technology Education products and supplies:
Northeast Technical Systems
Tech Ed Solutions
RJT Educational Systems
Goodheart-Willcox Publishers
Kelvin Electronics
Lab-Volt Systems
Solid Works Corporation
Downes and Reader Hardwood Company
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