Specialized training in subjects like home energy production from renewable resources, generator technologies, smart-grid technologies (SVC, STATCOM, HVDC transmission, etc.) and storage of electrical energy in batteries is imperative for renewable energy engineering classes, especially in the wake of the new Tesla battery systems for consumers and businesses.

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After our CNC Machine Workshop in March, we showed you how to design a sign in QuickCAM 2D Design with V-Carve.

In Part 2 of this tutorial, we’re sending the part to a Denford 2600 Pro Router to be made. You will learn to connect to the machine in VR Milling, jog the machine, change tools, set work offsets, then run the part.

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To help educators build skills in leading edge industrial technologies, like PLC, Siemens is hosting a series of FREE summer workshops and we're happy to report one of which will be held at BridgeValley Community & Technical College.

This will be a three-day, technical, hands-on workshop and all attendees will receive a complete starter-kit from Siemens including PLC and software.

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Introducing a Desktop CNC Wire Bender for the Classroom

Ever heard of the DIWire?

It’s a desktop CNC wire bender that pairs well with laser cutters, CNC routers and 3D printers so that students can bend wire into virtually any shape to create multifaceted designs easily.

There's even an online community sharing site that has a variety of project ideas that could work well in the classroom.

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Social encouragement from family, friends and educators, regardless of their technical expertise, is the factor most likely to encourage girls’ interest in computer science.

A recent report from the American Association of University Women (AAUW) offers recommendations on what educators can do to eliminate gender bias in the classroom and get girls excited about STEM.

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Our consultant Alex Baddock recently joined a panel discussion for Howard University’s American Society for Mechanical Engineers (ASME) to discuss engineering education and offer career advice to graduating seniors.

The panel covered topics from necessary certifications for engineering job candidates to dealing with workplace discrimination.

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