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ATE is Advanced Technological Education. With an emphasis on two-year colleges, the National Science Foundation's ATE program focuses on the education of technicians for the high-technology fields that drive our nation's economy.
Enhancing Modern Database Education: MongoDB for Academia Info Session
Webinar
April 4 Online
As businesses increasingly utilize document databases to handle diverse data types, improve scalability, and drive modern applications, the demand for employees with these skills is greater than ever. To address this need, MongoDB created the MongoDB for Academia program to equip the next generation of IT innovators with the necessary technology and content to harness the power of software and data.
In this session, learn how to seamlessly incorporate document database content into your courses using MongoDB Atlas,a multi-cloud database service. Also get introduced to modular curriculum materials, which are available for free through the Academia program. Whether you’re looking to add a single lecture or several weeks of content, these resources are designed for easy integration into your existing courses.
Join NITIC for an overview of the Academia program and learn how to get started as a member.
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Wonder, Opportunity, Mentorship, Empowerment and Networking in Science
Student Event
April 4 Lincoln, NE
The 26th Wonder, Opportunity, Mentorship, Empowerment and Networking in Science Conference will be held on City Campus and the Embassy Suites in Lincoln, Nebraska. Sponsored by Nebraska EPSCoR, the NebraskaSCIENCE Program of Excellence, and the Center for Science, Mathematics and Computer Education, this two-day event brings high school students from across Nebraska and the Midwest region together to explore interests in science careers. this event is for students who want to interact with career and academic professionals in science, meet current undergraduate science students and other high school students who are interested in science, and discover countless professions as diverse as biologists, geologists, engineers, food scientists, computer scientists, and those in the medical fields.
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RAPID + TCT 2025
Conference
April 8 Detroit, MI
On April 8-10, 2025, RAPID + TCT will roar into the Motor City. The three-day event features the latest in 3D printing technology from the industry’s leading product and service providers, a full schedule of speakers including the returning Executive Perspectives Keynote Series, and over 125 hours of educational content. The expansive show floor will showcase over 400 exhibiting companies’ latest advancements. Start planning your trip to Detroit to experience North America’s largest additive manufacturing and industrial 3D printing event.
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2025 CAE in Cybersecurity Community Symposium
Conference
April 8 Charleston, SC
Be a part of the solution at the CAE in Cybersecurity Community Symposium in Charleston, South Carolina! Faculty from NSA-Designated Centers of Academic Excellence Universities and Community Colleges are gathering to address the national cybersecurity workforce shortage. Engage in discussions about faculty shortages, skill gap bridging, and career pathways unique to our community. Join in building a robust cybersecurity workforce for both industry and government.
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2025 National Conference on Artificial Intelligence
Conference
April 9 Houston, TX
Join this conference for three days of inspiration, innovation, and collaboration at Houston Community College’s West Loop Campus (5601 W Loop S, Houston, TX 77081). This year’s event runs from 9 AM to 5 PM Central Time, April 9-11, 2025, and will showcase cutting-edge advancements and applications of artificial intelligence, featuring panels, workshops, keynotes, hands-on activities, and networking opportunities.
This three-day event is organized by Houston Community College’s Digital and Information Technology Center of Excellence, in partnership with Miami Dade College, Chandler-Gilbert Community College, and the National Applied Artificial Intelligence Consortium (NAAIC). Supported by the U.S. National Science Foundation, the conference celebrates AI’s potential to drive innovation and economic growth.
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FLATE Webinar Series: Insights into the Workforce of the Future
Webinar
April 9 Online
Employees across generations are different in how they see work and engage with their employers and co-workers. This webinar will cover trends and tools to help you understand the differences and create an environment where all generations are heard, equipped and elevated.
Speaker Highlight: Ana Sasmiresan, Vice President - Randstad & Executive Program Leader - Maxwell Leadership
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Navigating a Multi-Generational Workforce
Webinar
April 9 Online
Employees across generations are different in how they see work and engage with their employers and co-workers. This webinar will cover trends and tools to help us understand the differences and create an environment where all generations are heard, equipped and elevated.
Speaker: Ana Sasmiresan, Vice President – Randstad & Executive Program Leader – Maxwell Leadership
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Webinar: Purdue's Cutting-Edge Biomanufacturing Programs: Research, Education, and Partnerships
Webinar
April 9 Online
Purdue University's biomanufacturing research develops and scales processes for producing valuable bioproducts from renewable resources, advancing workforce development, and fostering a network of collaboration and innovation. This webinar will include an overview of Purdue’s biomanufacturing research and how Purdue can support your company and lab with continuing education and joint research programs; a feature on the LORRE lab which transforms renewable bioresources into products, fuels, and biomaterials through innovative bioprocessing and bioseparation techniques and how you can develop new research and education partnerships; and an overview of Purdue’s program on metabolic engineering of plants for chemical production and how you can partner to advance research projects.
Session details
- Purdue Biomanufacturing Research | Nate Mosier
- Laboratory of Renewable Resources Engineering (LORRE) | Mike Ladisch and Karthik Sankar
- Metabolic Engineering of Plants for Sustainable Chemicals | Professors Natalia Dudareva and John A. Morgan
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AI Use in Business & Marketing
Webinar
April 9 Online
Dive into the applications of AI in business and marketing. Learn how AI can streamline decision-making and strategies in these dynamic fields.
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Experience Northland
Student Event
April 10 Thief River Falls, MN
Brought to you by Northland and the National Center for Autonomous Technologies (NCAT), Experience Northland is open to all students (grades 7-12) and teachers. It offers a large variety of 50-minute hands-on learning activities directly related to Northland programs. Schools/students can choose to attend one session or make it a day-trip and attend sessions throughout the day.
All sessions are 100% cost-free! Register as soon as possible. Last year's events filled up quickly.
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2025 REMADE Circular Economy Technology Summit & Conference
Conference
April 10 Washington, DC
The REMADE Institute, in partnership with the Ellen MacArthur Foundation and with support from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE), is pleased to invite you to attend the 2025 REMADE Circular Economy Technology Summit & Conference, which will take place Thursday and Friday, April 10-11, 2025, at the National Academy for Sciences Building, 2101 Constitution Ave., N.W., in Washington, D.C.
Registration is now available for members, non-members, and students. Those interested in learning more about the transition to a Circular Economy in the U.S., including industry innovators, academic researchers, students, as well as international experts, are strongly encouraged to attend. Members of the media are also welcome.
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FLATE Webinar: A Case Study in Machine Learning (ML) Using Transfer Learning Models
Webinar
April 11 Online
Join this interactive, hands-on virtual workshop where you'll explore real-world applications of machine learning in manufacturing. Participants will work together, experimenting with diverse data sets to uncover insights and solve challenges. This collaborative session is designed to equip you with both the theory and practice needed to apply ML techniques effectively in the manufacturing sector.
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ATE Project Talks: The NOBLE Project
Webinar
April 11 Online
Welcome to the 2025 InnovATEBIO series of virtual ATE project talks. This series features leaders in biotechnology workforce education from across the US sharing their work on exciting projects funded by the National Science Foundation's Advanced Technological Education (ATE) program. The ATE program supports the education of technicians for the high-technology fields that drive our nation's economy.
Talk 1: The NOBLE project: Cultivating Tomorrow's Biotechnology Professionals
This talk will describe the NOVA Biotechnology Leadership in Education (NOBLE) Project, aimed at recruiting, retaining, training, and placing a diverse population of students from the Northern Virginia area to work in the biotechnology industry. This project emphasizes a combination of technical skills and professional skills training.
Speakers: David Fernandez, PhD (PI) Northern Virginia Community College, Manassas, VA
Additional speakers: Xin Zhou, PhD, NOVA Biotechnology Program Head; Vijaya Gandreti, Associate Professor of Biology and Biotechnology
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ATE Projects and Centers
Mfg
Advanced Manufacturing Technologies topics include:
- Additive manufacturing
- Automotive manufacturing
- General manufacturing
Ag/Env
Agricultural and Environmental Technologies topics include:
- Agriculture and aquaculture
- Environmental technologies
- Natural resources
- Nuclear power
- Solar energy
- Wind power
Bio/Chem
Bio and Chemical Technologies topics include:
- Biotechnology
- Chemical and process technologies
Eng
Engineering Technologies topics include:
- Electronics and controls
- General engineering
- Marine technologies
- Materials technologies
- Optics
- Space technologies
Gen
General Advanced Technological Education topics include:
- Evaluation
- Learning research
- Recruitment
- Teacher preparation
Info
Information and Security Technologies topics include:
- Geospatial technologies
- Information and communications technologies
- Logistics
- Security, information assurance, and forensics
Nano
Micro and Nanotechnologies topics include:
- MEMS
- Microsystems
- Semiconductors
This lab, presented by the National Nanotechnology Coordinated Infrastructure, introduces students to the intersection between plastics, nanotechnology, and aquatic ecosystems. During the lab, students will "model how nanoparticle pollution travels from land to water. This lab is part 1 of a 2-part series of labs designed to help students understand the effect that nanoscale pollutants have on aquatic ecosystems." Included in this lab are: two teaching guides, two student guides, two student guides with answers, and the Next Generation Science standards for this lesson. The lab will take one 55 minute class session to complete.
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This resource, published by Portland Community College, is the first issue of the third volume of J ATE. J ATE is a peer-reviewed technical journal focused on community college faculty and staff who work with technician education. This journal is cross-disciplinary and encompasses all technologies under the National Science Foundation (NSF) Advanced Technological Education (ATE) Program. Some of these technologies include: Micro Nano, Biotechnology, Autonomous Technology, Cyber Security, Advanced Manufacturing, Earth Sciences, Agriculture Technology, Energy, and Welding. Some topics that cross cut across all disciplines of technician education are also covered. Those topics include: Evaluation, Mentoring, Undergraduate Research, and Applied Technician Research.
The issue spans 167 pages and focuses on community college faculty work and research. Included are 17 full articles and a guest letter from Kalyn Owens, ATE program director. Listed below is each article and corresponding DOI...
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These free, online Agricultural Biotechnology course materials from Futurelab+ make up a 36-week course that investigates "the amazing ways that living organisms can be harnessed to improve agriculture processes and redefine a healthier relationship with the natural environment." The course consists of four units, each featuring an introductory video, various lessons with lab elements, core labs, and projects. Each lesson and lab has a downloadable instructor's guide with student worksheets. Along with lesson content, the instructor's guides include pedagogical framing, national learning standards met by the lesson, and more. Editable versions of the student materials are available in both English and Spanish. Additionally, each unit includes a pacing guide, lesson flowchart, and lab materials. The units are as follows:
- Solution Seeking Microbes
- Alternative Proteins
- Plant to Pharmaceutical
- Community Science
The Futurelab+ biomedicine course, which this course builds on, is...
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This 85-page textbook, created for the ELCT 132: Introduction to Printed Circuit Board Design and Layout course at Lake Washington Institute of Technology, teaches students the fundamentals of creating printed circuit boards (PCB). The textbook covers a variety of concepts related to the creation and design of PCBs, such as adding copper layers to a PCB design, using the KiCad software for creating PCBs, and designing custom footprints for use in PCB design. Included in the textbook are numerous video lectures and tutorials. The textbook consists of the following parts:
- Printed Circuit Board Fundamentals
- PCB Terminology and Requirements
- Thermal Management in PCB
- Design PCB using Ki-CAD Software
Upon completing this course students should be able to do the following:
- Design and create printed circuit boards using KiCad software
- Understand the fundamentals of PCB design, including component placement, routing, and layout
- Create and save custom footprints for use in PCB...
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This video from the Internet Scout Research Group is part of a series that highlights student success stories related to advanced technological education (ATE) programs. In this video, Sam Martinich discusses his experiences with Central Wyoming College's geospatial information systems and technologies (GIST) program. Topics covered include Sam's career path and journey to Central Wyoming College, the impact of the program on his life, and his work collecting climate data. Funding for the program from the National Science Foundation (NSF) is also explored.
The video runs 5:38 minutes in length.
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| Active ATE Centers | 19 |
| Active ATE Projects | 296 |
| ATE Resources | 6,809 |
| New Projects/Centers | 60 |
| New Resources | 152 |
ATE Resources by Subject Area
ATE Events by Subject Area
Common App Partners with its First Group of Community Colleges
To serve even more students across the nation, the Common App will be granting membership to a select group of community colleges in Illinois, according to a report from Inside Higher Ed. More than three million students, educators, and academic counselors use the online platform each year to inform, support, and streamline the application process for over 1,000 four-year universities. This is the first time the Common App is partnering with institutions that largely offer two-year or associate-level degrees.
The cohort for the 2024-2025 application cycle includes four Illinois members: Black Hawk College, Carl Sandburg College, Rend Lake College, and Sauk Valley Community College. Three Illinois institutions will likewise join in 2025-2026: Oakton College, Lincoln Land Community College, and Triton College. Data from the National Bureau of Economic Research has shown that education institutions saw an average 12% increase in overall admissions after joining the Common App, a trend that may offer community colleges a similar increase in enrollment rates. According to Insider Higher Ed, there are hopes by educators and administrators that the Common App will continue to expand its...
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Upcoming Deadline: Application for the 2025 NSF ATE Mentor Up Workshop
This year’s National Science Foundation (NSF) Advanced Technological Education (ATE) Mentor Up workshop will center around grant-writing and proposal submission. To attend the virtual event, participants must apply by April 1, 2025. Application requirements include (1) a concise, one-page pre-proposal document outlining a specific idea for an ATE-related project and (2) evidence of administrative commitment to supporting grant writing, proposal submission, and carrying out of the project itself.
During the Mentor Up Workshop, attendees will explore the role and scope of the NSF ATE program, dive into a focused idea based on their submitted application, and discover the intricacies of grant funding. Presentations, mentorship groups, and structured sessions on proposal planning and writing will provide various opportunities for participants to learn and network. The 2025 NSF ATE Mentor Up Workshop will be held virtually on June 4-6, 2025.
Visit the ATE Mentor Up site for information on eligibility, stipends and support, application guidelines, and more.
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Upcoming Event: AI National Conference 2025
Planned and hosted by Houston Community College, the AI National Conference 2025 will occur April 9 – 11, 2025 on the West Loop Campus in Houston, Texas. This National Applied AI Consortium-sponsored event offers opportunities for individuals to explore, learn, and interact with innovative technologies that leverage artificial intelligence (AI). Highlighting the spectrum of potential uses and never-ending possibilities for AI, the conference brings together students, educators, and those in industry.
Attendees will engage with featured presentations, expert panels, faculty workshops, interactive learning activities, cutting-edge demonstrations, and professional development opportunities. Topics of discussion include fostering partnerships with industry, growing and preparing a skilled workforce, strengthening AI education and curricula, establishing best practices, and diving into current and future ethical considerations.
Learn more and register for the AI National Conference 2025 here.
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Upcoming Event: 2025 AACC Annual Conference
The American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) Annual Conference will take place April 12-16, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee, bringing together leaders, educators, and partners in the two-year college community. This conference offers opportunities to engage with new research, solutions, and practices shaping the future of community colleges. Attendees will gain insights from keynote speakers, participate in breakout sessions that tackle challenges in higher education, and explore emerging technologies designed to enhance student success. With peer-to-peer learning sessions and networking opportunities, the conference will foster collaboration in community college education.
Designed for a broad audience—including CEOs, executives, faculty, administrators, trustees, and industry partners—the AACC Conference provides tailored content for professionals at all levels. Don’t miss this chance to be part of the conference—register today online.
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