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.

Manufacturing Sustainability 360 Workshop

Workshop

February 11 Cleveland, OH

Writing and executing a sustainability plan can be complicated. This workshop brings together experts in the field of operations, strategic planning, taxes, and finance to help manufacturers put together those pieces of the puzzle. The workshop will walk through a case study where you will learn and talk through how each piece fits into your organization while ensuring compliance with supply chain regulations.

This FREE event will include: 

  • Information on how to write a corporate sustainability plan. Suppliers with net zero sustainability plans have better ranking in the supply chain
  • Special financing for renewable and energy efficient capital assets
  • Sustainability tax benefits available to manufacturers
  • Operations and production implementation that will comply with sustainability measures

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2025 Hawaii CS PD Summit

Summit

February 12 Honolulu, HI

The Office of Curriculum and Instructional Design, Computer Science Program will host a two-day statewide computer science professional development summit, Empowering Tomorrow: Innovate, Code, Inspire on Wednesday, February 12,  2025 and Thursday, February 13, 2025 from 8:00 am to 3:30 pm at the Prince Waikiki Hotel.  The conference is open to Hawaii State Department of Education (HIDOE) computer science staff, teachers, and administrators.

Join the Hawaiʻi Computer Science PD Summit, where educators and leaders come together to Empower Tomorrow by fostering innovation, coding skills, and inspiration. Let’s build the future of computer science education through collaboration, creativity, and transformative learning experiences!


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Empowering the Next Generation: Youth Engagement in STEM

Webinar

February 12 Online

Black History Month is a time to reflect on our past and the progress we have made but also a reminder of the work that still needs to be done. Youth engagement in underserved communities is crucial for creating equitable programs because it ensures that those who are most affected by systemic inequities have a voice in shaping solutions. 

Discover how to inspire and engage youth from underserved communities in the transformative world of STEM. The webinar will explore strategies, resources and real-world success stories that address barriers to participation and foster culture of innovation and inclusion.

Key highlights include:

  • Effective outreach methods to spark curiosity and excitement in STEM fields, e.g. focus on creating interest in STEM by making it accessible and relatable.
  • Practice tools and partnerships to enhance STEM education access, e.g. ensure equitable access to STEM resources through strategic partnership development, mobile learning units, accessible FREE digital platforms.
  • Empowering youth through mentorship and hands-on learning opportunities.

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Battle of the AI’s

Webinar

February 12 Online

Uncover the strengths and weaknesses of different AI platforms. This engaging session compares top AI systems to help educators choose the best fit for their needs.


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AI Strategy Workshop for Manufacturers

Workshop

February 13 Auburn, MA

Join this workshop on February 13, 2025, at the MassMEP Headquarters in Auburn, MA, for an exclusive workshop tailored to manufacturing leaders across Massachusetts. This hands-on session, brought to you in partnership with MassMEP and The Kendall Project, will empower manufacturers to harness the power of AI and lean manufacturing principles to uncover high-value opportunities and drive measurable business outcomes.

In this workshop, you’ll learn to apply The Kendall Framework, a proven methodology for identifying and prioritizing opportunities where AI can deliver real operational value. By focusing on practical, problem-first approaches, this event will equip you with tools and strategies to remain competitive in an evolving industry landscape.

Why Attend?

  • Actionable Insights for Manufacturers: Discover how to align AI initiatives with operational goals to streamline processes and boost efficiency.
  • Collaborative Problem Solving: Leverage insights from industry peers and experts to tackle the unique challenges facing Massachusetts manufacturers.
  • Prioritization and Impact: Master The Kendall Framework to identify and focus on the highest-value opportunities for your organization.
  • Data-Driven Decision Making: Use curated data sets and case studies to benchmark your needs and evaluate potential AI solutions.
  • Networking Opportunities: Build connections with fellow manufacturers and become part of a collaborative community committed to innovation.

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AWS AI Practitioner Faculty Training - Session 2: Training on Additional AI Certification Content

Workshop

February 14 Online

The AWS AI Practitioner Faculty Training hosted by the National Applied AI Consortium in collaboration with AWS Academy aims to empower community college faculty to teach the new AWS AI Practitioner certification. The free online training, held from February to March 2025, combines 6 hours of instructor-led sessions by AWS Academy with 18 hours of self-paced learning on AWS Skill Builder. Designed to build competency in AI and machine learning (ML) principles and use cases, the program equips educators with the knowledge and tools to prepare students for careers in AI.

Eligible participants are community college faculty with foundational knowledge of AI and ML concepts. Upon successful completion of the training, faculty will receive a voucher to take the AWS AI Practitioner certification exam. This initiative supports the growth of AI education at the community college level, ensuring instructors are well-prepared to guide students in mastering essential AI skills.

Session 2: Training on Additional AI Certification Content

Focus:

  • Review modules of AWS AI Practitioner certification study guide

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KidWind Virtual Workshop - Solar 101

Workshop

February 15 Online

Join this solar-focused virtual workshop to explore the science of solar power!

During this virtual workshop, educators will learn the foundations of solar power including the science and technology of solar PV and thermal energy. This workshop will also introduce activities for the classroom that engage students in dynamic, hands-on, energy-based learning.

All teachers who pre-register will receive a $100 kit before the 3 hour virtual training and the workshop will go through how to use these materials in the classroom.

This workshop has self-guided and in-person components.

Some things to know:

  • Workshop cost is $200.
  • This workshop and the materials used are geared towards middle school and high school teachers.
  • No prior knowledge on solar energy is required.
  • You will need a stable internet connection and dedicated space in which to work.
  • You will be shipped a box of material 4-7 days before the workshop.
  • Preservice and retired teachers are welcome!

Use discount code 25CREATEVWKS to reduce the registration cost to $10.

Register by February 1st to receive materials prior to the workshop.


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WiM Men as Allies Conference

Conference

February 19 Clearwater, FL

WiM's first-ever Men as Allies Conference will serve as a thought-provoking platform for participants to discuss the crucial role of men as allies in the manufacturing industry. Experts in the field will present evidence-based arguments and real-world examples to demonstrate the advantages of diversity, equity, and inclusion in manufacturing. Attendees will learn and discuss strategies and best practices to actively support and champion women in the manufacturing industry, thereby contributing to the creation of lasting change within their organizations.

This event is tailored for men in the manufacturing industry at the Director level and above, who are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion within their organizations. It’s particularly designed for those who are eager to grow as allies, actively supporting and championing women in manufacturing. Through participation, attendees will gain insights, tools, and strategies to become more effective advocates for a diverse and inclusive workplace.


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2025 NEVC Annual Conference

Conference

February 19 Hayward, CA

You are invited to the 3rd Annual National Electric Vehicle Consortium (NEVC) Conference, taking place from February 19-21, 2025, at Chabot College in Hayward, California.

This year’s theme, “Let’s Learn from California,” draws inspiration from the state’s pioneering efforts in electric vehicle adoption and sustainability. Just as the world will turn its eyes to California for the upcoming Olympics, the NEVC is bringing together the best minds and practices in EV from across the country to this hub of progress.

Conference Highlights:

  • A full day of meetings, featuring keynote speakers, panel discussions, and opportunities to collaborate with industry leaders and peers.
  • An exclusive tour of some of California’s most advanced EV facilities, offering firsthand insights into the state’s cutting-edge technologies and infrastructure.
  • Professional Development Day for faculty, focused on CYBER, hosted by NCyTE. This session is designed to equip educators with the latest tools and knowledge to prepare the next generation of EV technicians with the cyber knowledge they need.

This conference is not just about learning from California—it’s about sharing our own best practices and expanding our professional networks in the process.


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ISACA Virtual Conference

Conference

February 19 Online

Join the ISACA Virtual Conference on February 19, 2025 where innovation meets insight. Dive into a world of cutting-edge discussions on AI, emerging technologies and digital transformation across APAC, Americas and EMEA. With diverse sessions and workshops tailored to each region, you’ll gain invaluable risk, security, and privacy knowledge while earning up to 19.5 CPE credits.

Tailor your learning experience to fit your schedule with the flexibility of the virtual format. Gain knowledge that impacts your specific region as well as broader international perspectives. Whether you’re looking to address regional challenges or explore global innovations, this conference will provide the platform to broaden your understanding and expand your professional knowledge.


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ATE Project Talks: Generative AI Tools for Personalized Learning, and Flow Cytometry

Webinar

February 21 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:  Generative AI Tools for Personalized Learning

NexLAB, introduced on Feb 7, features Generative AI tools for personalized learning known as PAT (Personalized Academic Tutor) and PILOT (Personalized Instructor and Learning Optimization Toolbox). PAT utilizes Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) with large language models such as ChatGPT and Gemini to extract content from various sources like PDFs, text, and PowerPoint files. This enables educators to develop tailored AI tutors for students to enhance their understanding of curriculum material. Within NexLAB, PILOT allows students to create quizzes and study guides based on the content provided by PAT. Furthermore, tools are being created to monitor students' interactions with PAT and PILOT to provide unobtrusive assessment and feedback on the efficacy of the curriculum material. Examples of initial versions of PAT and PILOT as part of NexLAB will be demonstrated in this session.

Speakers:  Dylan Bulseco, PhD, PI, Sr. VP of R&D, Institute for Future Intelligence, Boston, MA, Aarman Jamiluddin, intern,  Institute for Future Intelligence

Talk 2:  Cell Therapy and Flow Cytometry

This project focuses on the development of courses in cell therapy and flow cytommetry.

Speaker:  Dr. Savita Prabhakar, PI, Frederick Community College, Frederick, MD


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CCPI-Cast: A Model Program for Enhancing Community College Student Employability

Webinar

February 21 Online

Join this webcast from Community College Presidents Initiative - STEM (CCPI STEM) to learn about A Model Program for Enhancing Community College Student Employability.


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MCC Aerial Drone Competition

Student Event

February 22 Newfolden, MN

The Northern Freese are excited to host a competition for the 2024-2025 season. Welcome to the first MCC Aerial Drone Competition!

Specific Details: 

  • Doors open at 8:00 am CST
  • Safety glasses are required
  • We will accept paper copies of log books only to be submitted at Team Check-in

Grade Level: All
Skills Challenge Offered: Yes
Judging Format: All In-Person Judging


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ATE Projects and Centers





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Advanced Manufacturing Technologies topics include:

  • Additive manufacturing
  • Automotive manufacturing
  • General manufacturing
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Agricultural and Environmental Technologies topics include:

  • Agriculture and aquaculture
  • Environmental technologies
  • Natural resources
  • Nuclear power
  • Solar energy
  • Wind power
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Bio and Chemical Technologies topics include:

  • Biotechnology
  • Chemical and process technologies
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Engineering Technologies topics include:

  • Electronics and controls
  • General engineering
  • Marine technologies
  • Materials technologies
  • Optics
  • Space technologies
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General Advanced Technological Education topics include:

  • Evaluation
  • Learning research
  • Recruitment
  • Teacher preparation
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Information and Security Technologies topics include:

  • Geospatial technologies
  • Information and communications technologies
  • Logistics
  • Security, information assurance, and forensics
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Micro and Nanotechnologies topics include:

  • MEMS
  • Microsystems
  • Semiconductors
 
Screenshot for J ATE (Volume 2, Issue 2)

This issue of J ATE, published by Portland Community College, is issue two of the journal's second volume and focuses on the theme of undergraduate research at community and technical colleges across the United States. 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.

This 115-page issue of J ATE includes ten full articles and five guest letters written by ATE professionals....


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Program Description

InnovATEBIO offers a number of Course-in-a-Box resources intended for instructors to adapt and introduce into new courses. These collections of resources have been compiled and contributed by instructors of InnovATEBIO programs. Resources can include course descriptions, student outcomes, schedules, reading assignments, laboratory exercise, lecture materials, homework, classroom activities, exams, and videos.

Course Description

Chromatography Techniques "introduces the basic concepts involved in the separation of molecules. The purpose of this course is to give students a basic understanding of the basic underlying physico-chemical principles of the chromatographic process. It covers the principles governing chromatographic separation methods, applications of chromatographic methods used in biological and analytical labs, and techniques of chromatography. Students complete lab work using a variety of methods including: thin layer, gel permeation, ion exchange,...


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Screenshot for ATE Student Success Stories: Zachary's Story (Series 3)

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, Zachary Gorman discusses his experiences with the LASER-TEC program at Indian River State College. Throught the video, Zachary narrates his career path from being in the military to deciding to back to school and discusses how the LASER-TEC program prepared him for his job in photonics. Funding for the program from the National Science Foundation (NSF) is also explored.

The video runs 5:28 minutes in length.


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Screenshot for ITTSS Resource Guide

This 172-page resource was developed as a reference guide for the IT Skill Standards 2020 and Beyond project grant, explaining in step-by-step detail how to collaborate with employers to develop future-facing technical skill standards and then use that work to align curriculum to workforce needs. This guide also provides a hard copy of the final version "products" the grant created (KSA+Ts - knowledge, skills, abilities, and tasks, key performance indicators, employability skills, student learning outcomes, and degree expectations).

A companion report on the impacts and outcomes of the ITSS project is available to view separately.


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Screenshot for STEM-ID Engineering: Cellphone Challenge

This resource, published by Georgia Tech Research Institute, features an engineering activity designed for sixth, seventh, and eighth graders. In this activity, students work with partners to design a cell phone holder for their partner's phone using a 3D modeling software. Each student will have to come up with a design that meets their partner's requirements. At the end of the activity, the phone holders will be 3D printed and presented to the class. The activity "serves to introduce students to the steps of the engineering design process and to instill in them the importance of communication, documentation, and precise measurement in the creation of new products."

The activity is divided into six sections that last two to three weeks periods. The resource includes the following:

  • An 18-page teacher's activity guide
  • Presentation evaluation rubric
  • Engineering design process poster
  • A sheet imitating a request for design proposals
  • A graphic organizer comparing pitch and concept
  • ...

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Active ATE Centers 19
Active ATE Projects 297
ATE Resources 6,742
   
New Projects/Centers 60
New Resources 105

ATE Resources by Subject Area

ATE Events by Subject Area

 
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Upcoming Event: 2025 Innovations Conference

The League for Innovation in the Community College is excited to announce the 2025 Innovations Conference, taking place from March 9-12 in San Antonio, Texas, at the Grand Hyatt San Antonio River Walk. Hosted by Alamo Colleges District, this 28th annual event is the premier gathering for community college professionals focused on enhancing teaching, leadership, and student success.

The conference features keynote speakers, over 100 breakout sessions, and a Solutions Center showcasing the latest in higher education products and services. This international conference is a unique opportunity to collaborate, exchange ideas, and explore programs shaping the future of community colleges.

Find out more and register on the League's website.


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New Video: World Economic Forum's Future of Jobs

A new video from the Centre for the New Economy and Society (CNES) highlights the growing challenge of skills gaps as a barrier to business transformation. The CNES 2025 Future of Jobs Report reveals how evolving skills demands are slowing industry progress and creating pressures for both workers and employers.

The video, from the World Economic Forum, explores how skills shortages are reshaping industries, the new roles emerging, and the fastest-growing job sectors. It offers insights for workers on how to adapt and succeed in this rapidly changing landscape.

Watch the full video on the World Economic Forum to understand how skills gaps are transforming careers globally.


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Data from NSF National Training, Education, and Workforce Survey Pilot Now Available

The National Science Foundation (NSF) has released the first-ever data from the National Training, Education, and Workforce Survey (NTEWS) Pilot, focusing on the skilled technical workforce. This new, nationally representative survey sheds light on individuals in technical occupations that require specialized knowledge and skills, but not a bachelor’s degree. The data highlights work-related credentials such as vocational certificates, occupational licenses, and industry-recognized certifications, and explores their impact on employment outcomes.

The survey, which covers individuals aged 16 to 75 and excludes high school students, aims to expand understanding of the U.S. workforce. The data tables from the 2022 pilot are marked as experimental, offering valuable insights while informing future data collection efforts. However, users are encouraged to consider potential limitations in the quality of these preliminary statistics.

Explore the data tables on the NSF Website.


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New Research: Future of Jobs 2025 Report

The expansion of digital access is revolutionizing the global labor market, according to the World Economic Forum’s Future of Jobs Report 2025. The new report highlights that emerging technologies, particularly AI, robotics, automation, and energy innovations, are driving significant job growth in specialized fields. Big data specialists, fintech engineers, and AI and machine learning experts are among the fastest-growing roles projected by 2030, as 86% of surveyed executives expect AI to transform their businesses. Concurrently, roles in clerical and administrative support are declining rapidly, reflecting a shift in workforce demands.

Sustainability and green technologies are also shaping the future, with autonomous and electric vehicle specialists and renewable energy engineers ranking among the top 15 emerging professions. The report, based on a survey of over 1,000 global companies representing 14 million workers, underscores how digital access and technological advancements are reshaping industries and skills. 


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