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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.
Manufacturing Celebration of Innovation
Meeting
January 8 Hartford, CT
Showcasing the 2025 Coolest Thing Made in Connecticut Competition. Explore the Coolest Thing Made in CT exhibit, celebrate the ingenuity of Connecticut manufacturers, and connect with industry professionals in the dynamic settings of the Invention Dimension and Exploring Space exhibits.
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Scouting America Badging Day
Student Event
January 10 Thief River Falls, MN
Scouting America Merit Badge Day will be held at Northland Community & Technical College. Scouts will have the opportunity to participate in a variety of engaging classes, including Aviation, First Aid, Welding, Law Enforcement, and Citizenship in the Nation. This event is designed to give Scouts hands-on learning experiences while working toward their merit badges.
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KidWind - Wind Energy 101
Workshop
January 10 Online
Join for this wind-focused, three-hour virtual workshop to explore the science of wind power!
During this virtual workshop, educators will learn the foundations of wind power including the science and technology of wind turbines and blade design. Presenters will also introduce activities for the classroom that engage students in dynamic, hands-on energy-based learning.
Registration closes December 27th so you receive materials prior to the workshop.
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CONNEX Update: With Special Guest Kirti Patel, CMO
Webinar
January 15
Join Chief Manufacturing Officer Kirti Patel for this informational webinar on new additions to the CONNEX platform. CONNEX Connecticut is an online platform that connects all U.S. manufacturers and suppliers with a single, accurate, and searchable supply-chain solution.
In this webinar, talk about:
- CONNEX Marketplace Site Updates: Hear about new features and functionality recently added
- Workforce Module: Introducing CONNEX Marketplace’s Workforce Module. This module provides access to workforce organizations and educators that shape and develop the next generation of Connecticut’s manufacturing workforce.
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Generative AI and Microsoft Copilot Training for Community College Faculty and Staff: 101
Webinar
January 15
This session is designed for community college faculty and staff exploring the fundamentals of Generative AI and Microsoft Copilot. Topics include Generative AI and responsible AI use, effective prompting techniques, and real-world applications in education. This session will provide practical insights and hands-on guidance to help integrate AI tools into your work.
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NCyTE Monthly Meeting: Evaluating CAE Cybersecurity Career Outcomes
Webinar
January 16
Join NCyTE’s January Monthly Meeting where Dr. Tobi West will share her research into how well Centers of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity (CAE-C) programs prepare students for cybersecurity careers.
The session will highlight findings from a ten-month study involving 281 students from 36 colleges and universities across the U.S. The research examined the types of cybersecurity jobs CAE alumni secured after graduation and assessed how closely those positions align with the 52 cybersecurity work roles defined in the recently updated NICE Workforce Framework for Cybersecurity (NIST).
Presenter: Dr. Tobi West
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Google's Generative AI Leader Training and Certification
Meeting
January 16 Online
Become one of the first go-to resources and thought leaders in Generative AI Leadership, enhancing your visibility and influence within the organization. This no-cost opportunity, funded by Google Cloud’s Career Launchpad, and in collaboration with NAAIC, will prepare community college faculty for the Google Cloud Generative AI Leader certification.
The training will cover:
- Fundamentals of Gen AI
- Google Cloud's Gen AI offerings
- Techniques to improve Gen AI model output
- Gen AI business strategies
Training sessions
Session 1: January 16, 2026, 10 to 4:30 PM EST, online
Session 2: January 23, 2026, 10 to 4:30 PM EST, online
Office hours (optional): January 30, 2:30 to 4 PM EST, online
Certification exam deadline: January 31, 2026
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Octet Bio-Layer Interferometry: Accelerating Breakthroughs in Biologics Development
Webinar
January 16
Discover how Octet Bio-Layer Interferometry (BLI) is transforming the landscape of biologics research and development. In this webinar, Dr. Rodrigo Jacamo will showcase the unmatched capabilities of Octet BLI in streamlining workflows across cell line development, antibody discovery, drug development, cell therapy, and gene therapy. Whether you're optimizing clone selection, characterizing binding kinetics, or accelerating therapeutic screening, Octet BLI delivers real-time, label-free analysis with exceptional sensitivity and throughput.
Learn how leading scientists are leveraging Octet systems to reduce timelines, increase data confidence, and make faster decisions in critical stages of development. Experts will walk you through application-specific case studies, demonstrate assay versatility, and answer your questions live.
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SPIE Photonics West 2026
Conference
January 19 Online
SPIE Photonics West is the premier event for lasers, biomedical optics, optoelectronics, and technologies supporting biophotonic, quantum, and vision applications.
View the lineup of outstanding plenary speakers from around the globe. Select advanced training from 60 course options. Discuss your product requirements with top optics and photonics suppliers at any of the five exhibitions throughout the week, and participate in the strong industry program – this year now on three stages!
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Generative AI and Microsoft Copilot for Community College Faculty: 102
Webinar
January 20
This follow-up webinar is designed for faculty looking to integrate Generative AI and Microsoft Copilot into their curriculum. We'll start with a brief review of Copilot Chat, then explore practical strategies for incorporating AI-driven tools into lesson plans. We'll also examine real-world use cases from various disciplines.
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Generative AI and Microsoft Copilot for Community College Faculty: 102
Webinar
January 20
This follow-up webinar is designed for faculty looking to integrate Generative AI and Microsoft Copilot into their curriculum. We'll start with a brief review of Copilot Chat, then explore practical strategies for incorporating AI-driven tools into lesson plans. We'll also examine real-world use cases from various disciplines.
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Community Capabilities Webinar | The NCERC Experience
Webinar
January 21
The National Corn-to-Ethanol Research Center (NCERC) at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is a nationally recognized Biorefining Center of Excellence dedicated to advancing the commercialization of biofuels, biochemicals, biomaterials, and other bio-based products. NCERC offers a comprehensive range of workforce development programs, including job shadowing, internships, graduate assistantships, and visiting research fellow programs, as well as professional workshops. Through the various programs, trainees gain real-world experience inside a functioning biomanufacturing pilot plant and are equipped with the skills needed to lead in a rapidly evolving biobased economy.
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Microsoft Azure AI-900 Training
Webinar
January 23
Are you a community college faculty member eager to equip your students with the AI skills employers are seeking right now? To help you become a confident instructor of Microsoft AI content, you are invited to apply for a complimentary, two-day train-the-trainer bootcamp designed to fully prepare you for the AI-900: Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals certification. This intensive program also introduces you to Microsoft Learn for Educators (MSLE), offering access to official courseware, hands-on labs, and curated teaching resources.
The online training will be delivered by Black Dog Black Cat, a Microsoft Certified Trainer, and will include materials, labs, and resources. AI-900: Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals certification exam vouchers will be available to all educators who successfully complete both training sessions. Online proctoring will be available at a discounted rate of ~$30 and instructions on how to take your certification exam online will be provided.
Following the training, a Teams channel will be available for the MSLE AI Bootcamp educators, including training materials, session recordings, and a forum to post your questions regarding MSLE access and the AI-900 certification exam.
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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 is a course description for Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s (MIT) course 6.033, Computer System Engineering. It covers topics on the engineering of computer software and hardware systems, such as: techniques for controlling complexity; strong modularity using client-server design, virtual memory, and threads; networks; atomicity and coordination of parallel activities; recovery and reliability; privacy, security, and encryption; and impact of computer systems on society. The page also includes links to video lectures, lectures notes, assignments, exams, additional readings and projects. This course description is part of MIT OpenCourseWare, an initiative of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology to put all of the educational materials from its undergraduate and graduate-level courses online and make them freely accessible.
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This lesson, presented by the National Nanotechnology Coordinated Infrastructure, covers the general concepts of size and scale by focusing on the entire classroom and the size of the students in it. The activity focuses on measuring length as this is "the most common feature when presenting nanoscale structures or naonoscale science." Students will also learn about different scales of measure which is fundamental to learning about nanotechnology. A Teacher Preparation Guide and list of Next Generation Science Standards are included.
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This 34-page article, published by Rutgers School of Management and Labor Relations, presents the results from interviews with National Science Foundation (NSF) Advanced Technological Education (ATE) grantees and provides "insights into how some community college technician programs have approached education and training in ways that were intentionally linked to regional economic development." Highlighted throughout the article are specific, detailed examples of economic development activities conducted by ATE grantees, such strategies for working with local businesses or attracting employers to the grantee's region. Also included are "recommendations for current and future ATE grantees interested in promoting economic development." The article consists of the following parts:
- Background
- Methods
- Focus on Economic Development
- Industry Alignment for Education and Training
- Business Support and Regional Engagement
- Collaborations
- Conclusions
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Biofab Explorer, provided by CAST, is a "free career guidance resource created to attract and inspire students to the emerging field of biofabrication." On the front page of Biofab Explorer, learners can read about the biofabrication process, watch biofab case study videos, and explore the biofab careers page, which includes video testimonials and information on several careers in biotechnology. Also featured are biofab challenges, which make up a "series of work-based learning simulations that will model what it is like to work in the biofabrication industry." Throughout the challenges, students will practice real-world skills, such as data analysis, communication, and observation. Included are student worksheets and presentation slides. Additionally, Biofab Explorer includes information for teachers regarding using resources on the website for in-class activities.
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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 Centers | 15 |
| Active ATE Projects | 289 |
| ATE Resources | 6,992 |
| New Projects/Centers | 62 |
| New Resources | 57 |
ATE Resources by Subject Area
ATE Events by Subject Area
Upcoming Event: Conference for Industry and Education Collaboration (CIEC)
The 50th annual American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE) Conference for Industry and Education Collaboration (CIEC) will take place February 3–6, 2026, in New Orleans, Louisiana. Organized by ASEE’s Cooperative and Experiential Education Division (CEED), College Industry Partnership Division (CIPD), Continuing, Professional, and Online Education Division (CPOED), and Engineering Technology Division (ETD), the conference brings together educators, government representatives, and industry professionals to build effective and sustainable partnerships.
Attendees will be able to engage in poster sessions, workshops, training programs, keynote presentations, and panel discussions. The theme for 2026 is “Transforming Tomorrow Together.”
For more information or to register, visit ASEE’s website.
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NSF Announces $30 Million Investment in STEM Research Centers
The U.S. National Science Foundation has announced a $30 million investment to establish NSF EPSCoR Centers of Research Excellence in Science and Technology (CREST) across the states of Montana, Idaho, and Louisiana. These new centers will seek to expand research efforts, deepen STEM knowledge, and strengthen workforce development in priority areas, including semiconductors, nanotechnology, and biotechnology.
EPSCoR CRESTs will act as research hubs that also aim to attract and prepare more students for careers in STEM disciplines.
- Montana: Montana Technological University will launch a center focused on converting local biomass, such as beetle-killed trees, into biochar and renewable energy sources.
- Idaho: Boise State University will establish the a center integrating semiconductor science into classroom experiences to advance workforce preparation.
- Louisiana: Lousiana State University (LSU) New Orleans and Shreveport will create centers for adaptive nanotechnology and biotechnology.
To learn more about this recent investment, visit NSF's website.
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New Research: Dual Enrollment Experience Shows Increased College Completion Rates
A new analysis from the National Student Clearinghouse (NSC) Research Center highlights the continued influence of dual enrollment on college completion, particularly within community colleges.
For the 2019 cohort at public two-year institutions, students who entered with dual-enrollment credits achieved a six-year completion rate of 57%, far outpacing the 39.6% rate of those without early college coursework.
Despite the strong outcomes among dual-enrollment students, the national six-year completion rate for community colleges held at 43.9% for the most recent cohort, matching the previous year's. This still represents an increase from 2008 levels.
To explore additional breakdowns by state, demographic group, and enrollment status, view NSC Research Center's full report.
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