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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.
46th IEEE Symposium on Security and Privacy
Conference
May 12 San Francisco, CA
Since 1980, the IEEE Symposium on Security and Privacy has been the premier forum for presenting developments in computer security and electronic privacy, and for bringing together researchers and practitioners in the field. The 2025 Symposium will mark the 46th annual meeting of this flagship conference.
The Symposium will be held on May 12-14, 2025, and the Security and Privacy Workshops will be held on May 15, 2025. Both events will be in San Francisco, CA at the Hyatt Regency San Francisco.
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Automate Conference 2025
Conference
May 12 Detroit, MI
As the largest robotics and automation event in the Americas, this is the place for anyone working with or curious about automation. Join this conference in discovering what’s next – for you and the world. The Automate Conference puts you side-by-side with automation experts who know how to implement, optimize and expand automation—giving you insights to put into practice right away. In 2024, the conference featured 140+ conference sessions across 20+ topic paths for beginners and advanced professionals alike.
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Manufacturing Technology Series EAST
Conference
May 13 West Springfield, MA
The Manufacturing Technology Series EAST features EASTEC in West Springfield, Massachusetts. The event will take place in a region considered an epicenter of traditional manufacturing. Historically, more than 500 companies have connected at this event to network, learn from industry experts and explore the latest manufacturing technologies.
More than 10% of the regional gross domestic product is derived from manufacturing, stemming from 2.5 million manufacturing jobs and $418.2 billion in total manufacturing output from more than 62,000 manufacturing companies.
This three-day event provides manufacturing professionals with the ideal opportunity to make and renew connections, explore the latest in manufacturing technology, and shape the future of business. The Manufacturing Technology Series EAST event has been providing solutions to manufacturing challenges for more than 35 years. Attendees work in a variety of industries, including aerospace, automotive, medical, defense, industrial, commercial machinery, and more.
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Summer of Nanopore Sequencing 2025 - Arecibo C3 STEM Center
Workshop
May 14 Arecibo, PR
Nanopore sequencing, which analyzes individual DNA molecules in real time, is the “next big thing” in biology education. It promises to put real-time DNA sequencing within reach of any motivated bioscience teacher. Envision a MinION miniature nanopore sequencing device in every biology teaching lab within a decade.
The DNA Learning Center (DNALC) and Oxford Nanopore are working together to adapt nanopore sequencing for use in education—including improved chemistry, workflows, directions, and packaging/pricing attractive to high school and college faculty. The DNALC’s popular DNA Subway is currently being redeveloped for full mobile use, including a new line for nanopore sequence analysis. Workshop participants will be the first to test this streamlined approach for combining MinION sequence data with the DNA Subway pipeline—providing DNA sequencing and analysis any time, any place, by anyone.
The workshop will appeal especially to high school and college faculty who mentor student research or participate in large, distributed projects, such as DNA barcoding (DNALC), SEA-PHAGES (Howard Hughes Medical Institute), and Tiny Earth (University of Wisconsin). At less than $10 per barcode or metabarcode sample and $30 per phage or organelle genome, nanopore sequencing is a speedy and cost-effective alternative to commercial sequencing. Nanopore takes DNA sequencing out of the “black box,” exposing students to every step of the workflow. Workshop participants will have the unique opportunity to immediately sequence and analyze DNA from samples they bring to the workshop. Barcode, metabarcode, and small genome sequencing will be covered.
All workshop participants will receive a $300 stipend. Although the program expects that most participants will commute to the workshop, funding for travel, room, and board is available for a limited number of qualified applicants living outside commuting distance.
Applications will be reviewed and acceptances emailed continuously, beginning April 18, 2025.
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Implications of Artificial Intelligence for Educators
Workshop
May 15 Largo, MD
This workshop empowers university, community college, and high school faculty, staff, counselors, and academic advisors with the knowledge and tools to effectively integrate AI into their teaching practices and curriculum development. Participants will explore practical applications of AI, including lesson planning, designing engaging and interactive content, creating dynamic assessments, and customizing individualized student learning experiences. Additionally, the workshop will highlight how to enable students to use AI in ethical and productive ways across various disciplines.
Through hands-on activities, collaborative projects, and real-world examples, faculty will gain a deeper understanding of AI’s transformative role in education. They will also explore new forms of student engagement, ensuring responsible AI use in both teaching and learning environments. This workshop prepares educators to harness AI to enhance classroom instruction, streamline administrative tasks, and equip students with the skills needed to navigate an AI-driven future.
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Professional Skills Series: Emotional Intelligence
Workshop
May 16 Online
High school and community college STEM educators are invited to participate in the National Center for Next Generation Manufacturing's Professional Skills Series.
Workshop #2: Emotional Intelligence - May 16th, 2025 - 11:00am-3:00pm Eastern Time
High School and community college educator participants completing both the “Dealing with Difficult People” (4/25) and “Emotional Intelligence” (5/16) workshops will be eligible for a $100 stipend. All participants will receive a Microcredential for each workshop they attend. Each workshop must be registered for separately.
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4th Tech Summit On Artificial Intelligence & Robotics
Summit
May 19 Las Vegas, NV
The 4th Tech Summit on Artificial Intelligence and Robotics is set to take place in Las Vegas. AI & Robotics 2025 provides a unique opportunity to engage with leading researchers in the field of AI and Robotics, making it an ideal platform for knowledge exchange. This event serves as a perfect platform to foster collaborations between industry and academia, as well as share cutting-edge scientific advancements from around the world. Moreover, it aims to facilitate cross-border cooperation between scientists and institutions.
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AUVSI XPONENTIAL 2025
Conference
May 19 Houston, TX
XPONENTIAL is an annual gathering where the uncrewed industry’s greatest minds converge. Experience groundbreaking technology, gain strategic insights, and lend your perspective to set the trajectory for autonomy.
Exhibits: This is your chance to be at the forefront of change. The XPO Hall features innovators from every link in the autonomy supply chain. See new technology in action, build relationships with partners, and problem-solve with global peers.
Programming: Level up your impact with new strategies for research, design, and deployment. Get inspired at daily keynotes, collaborate with industry leaders during workshops, and stay updated with the latest advancements by engaging with experts in breakout sessions.
Networking: At XPONENTIAL, each interaction holds the potential to launch your next major opportunity.
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Education and Training in Optics and Photonics
Conference
May 19 Glasgow,
ETOP, Education and Training in Optics and Photonics, is a conference held every two years, that brings together leading optics and photonics educators from all around the world and from all levels and orientations to discuss, demonstrate and learn about new developments and approaches to teaching in these fields.
Through presentations, panel discussions, workshops and exhibits, it is the intent of this conference to inform professors, students, teachers and professional trainers on how to teach optics and photonics for the future. Sessions are focused on: Classroom teaching methods; Research training and skills development; Hands-on Instruction Modeling; Training with Specialized Software Tools and Kits; Continuous Education and Training for Academia and Industry; Technician & Trade Development Education; and more.
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(ISC)2 CISSP: Certified Information Systems Security Professional Workshop
Workshop
May 19 Online
Gain the credentials that set you apart in the cybersecurity field with the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) training. This comprehensive course is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to design, implement, and manage a world-class cybersecurity program. Offered through CSSIA as part of the (ISC)² Global Academic Program, this training provides all student materials, flashcards, and access to the CISSP CBK, ensuring a thorough preparation for the CISSP exam. By earning your CISSP, you validate your expertise and unlock access to exclusive (ISC)² resources, tools, and professional networking opportunities.
Workshop Highlights
- Comprehensive review of the 8 CISSP domains, including Risk Management, Security Operations, and more.
- Materials provided include CISSP CBK, student guides, and flashcards.
- Hands-on labs aligned with NSA Knowledge Units to enhance learning.
- Designed to refresh knowledge, identify study priorities, and prepare for the CISSP exam.
- Opportunity to join the prestigious (ISC)² community and access exclusive resources.
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AMTEC Institute for Industry 4.0 Innovation (AI3)
Workshop
May 20 Owensboro, KY
Join AMTEC for a 2 day training with hands-on programs featuring nationally recognized trainers and equipment focusing on Industry 4.0 skills. This training is for secondary and post-secondary instructors who are preparing students to enter careers in advanced manufacturing.
Sessions Include:
- Industry 4.0 concepts and training
- Competency based education
- Virtual reality
- Using these tools in the classroom
- Funding resources
You will also gain access to virtual monthly community-of-practice sessions featuring industry partners, peers, and best practices. Travel assistance and stipends will be available to participants who complete program requirements. Please contact us at 270-686-4410 or email cadie.underwood@kctcs.edu for more information or to register.
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FAME National Conference
Conference
May 20 Charlotte, NC
Join three days of learning, improving, supporting, and growing with the FAME USA network. This event will convene employers, college representatives, econ/workforce development professionals and others from around the FAME USA network (16 states and growing) at the Hilton Charlotte University Place from May 20-22, 2025. You will get the opportunity to workshop important topics with fellow FAME chapters and learn more about how chapters are adapting to changes in the workforce and economy.
Attendees with leave with the following:
- A deeper understanding of the FAME model
- New tools to build stakeholder engagement
- Real, actionable plans to support their work locally
- Chapter management strategies
- An amazing peer network
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Mentor-Connect Budget/Forms Webinar
Webinar
May 21 Online
Join this webinar from Mentor-Connect to learn more about Mentor-Connect Budget/Forms.
In this webinar these items will be discussed:
- Personnel Direct Costs
- A. Senior Personnel
- B. Other Personnel
- C. Fringe Benefits
- Senior/Key Personnel
- Biosketches
- Synergistic Activities
- Current and Pending Support
- COA
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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 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 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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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 12-page professional development activity, provided by Cape Fear Community College, introduces STEM educators to the proper use of a burette. The laboratory procedure provides background on the use and setup of a burette, an introductory problem, instructions for the lab, and lab questions. In the first part of the activity, participants will deliver various amounts of water into a container using a burette, aiming to deliver the exact amount of liquid specified. In the second part of the lab, participants will titrate various brands of beers for their percent acidity values (lactic acid). Additionally, a spreadsheet is included, allowing an instructor to input the participant's laboratory data to determine if their tolerance meets industry and glassware standards.
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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, Elias Marcet discusses his experiences with the Bachelor's program in cybersecurity at Miami Dade College. Elias describes his journey to fully enrolling in Miami Dade, joining the cybersecurity programming, and eventually being employed by Amazon. Funding for the program from the National Science Foundation (NSF) is also explored.
The video runs 5:44 minutes in length.
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| Active ATE Projects | 291 |
| ATE Resources | 6,825 |
| New Projects/Centers | 60 |
| New Resources | 210 |
ATE Resources by Subject Area
ATE Events by Subject Area
Upcoming Event: 2025 NICE Conference & Expo
The 2025 NICE Conference & Expo will occur June 1-4, 2025, in Denver, Colorado. Hosted by Florida International University and New America, this National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)-sponsored event will dive into the theme “Climbing Higher: Educating & Sustaining a Resilient Cybersecurity Workforce.” Each year, the conference brings together leaders in academia, industry, and government to explore how to best support skilled workforce development in the adaptive, dynamic field of cybersecurity.
Attendees at the 2025 NICE Conference & Expo will complete a half-day of focused workshops followed by two days of valuable presentations, insights, and networking opportunities with innovators in cybersecurity education and training. Registration is open through May 26, with employers, managers, educators, advisors, policymakers, and students encouraged to attend.
Learn more about the event on the NICE Conference & Expo website.
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NSF Awards Grant to CloudBank
The National Science Foundation (NSF) has recently awarded $20 million to expand CloudBank, a program that facilitates access to advanced cloud computing for research in the sciences and engineering. Championed by UC San Diego in partnership with UC Berkeley and the University of Washington, the expansion to CloudBank 2.0 will improve access to artificial intelligence modeling, computing power, and other cloud service for academic institutions of all sizes.
CloudBank 2.0 will also continue to facilitate partnerships with key players in the private sector, such as Google Cloud, IBM Cloud, and Microsoft Azure, supporting innovation while strengthening the technology workforce.
Read more about the recent grant on NSF's website.
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New Report by National Student Clearinghouse: Transfer Enrollment and Pathways
Released in March 2025, a new report by the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center details current trends surrounding transfer enrollment. The interactive report describes a number of key highlights relevant for policy makers, faculty, and leaders in education.
Metrics from fall 2024 show that transfers into community colleges have grown beyond the pandemic’s fall 2020 levels, while transfer rates from two-year to four-year academic institutions still have not recovered to pre-pandemic numbers. As noted in the Clearinghouse's report, from fall 2023 to fall 2024, there was an over four-percent growth in learners who transferred to a new institution, and returning students now comprise the majority of transfer enrollments.
Learn more about the National Student Clearinghouse’s research and report, available here.
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New Issue: Community College Journal
The April/May issue of the American Association of Community Colleges’ (AACC) Community College Journal is now available online and in print through subscription. A featured publication by AACC, this journal provides contemporary information, insights, strategies, and connections for those in academia, industry, government, and workforce development.
The latest issue highlights:
- Supporting the needs and goals of parenting learners
- Strategically planning in a dynamic, evolving landscape
- Using trauma-informed strategies in higher education
- Leveraging artificial intelligence to assist with the transfer process
- Meeting workforce demands amidst the emergence of Web 3.0
AACC's April/May publication of the Community College Journal can be accessed online here, and archived issues can be viewed in AACC’s library.
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