Innovation in the Classroom Siemens - The Academic Partner

Education across the globe has seen monumental shifts in the last four years, and the field of engineering is no exception.
I am your host, Dora Smith. Today we've invited Shannon O'Donnell, who leads global academic engagement at Siemens digital industry software, to help us talk about engineering education in South Korea. Shannon O'Donnell talks to Dr. Yim,  a professor of engineering at Hongik University, and Dr. Donghyuk Shin, an assistant professor at the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST).
In this episode, you will learn about the importance of the Collaboration between academia and industry, and the importance of the Integration of real-world applications and hands-on learning opportunities in the classroom to enhance students' understanding and readiness for the industry. In addition, you will also get to hear about the dynamic nature of engineering education in South Korea, and the importance of continuous adaptation to meet the evolving needs of students and the industry.

In this episode, you will learn about:

Engineering education in South Korea and global collaborations. (4:43)

Engineering education and industry needs. (8:28)

Progress in sustainability education in South Korea (18:14)

Adapting to technological changes in the classroom. (21:19)


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Earlier this year, Siemens held the Sustainability Design Hack at their Realize Live 2023 event to address sustainability challenges and encourage college students to come up with creative and impactful solutions to these challenges. The idea behind this Design Hack was to provide students with real-life experience of sustainability challenges within the industry and give them access to mentors and industry experts to help them along the way.

In this episode, Shannon O'Donnell interviews two individuals who took part in this challenge: Ava Boley, a fourth-year mechanical engineering student with an aerospace concentration at Michigan State University, and Ricardo Ramirez, a recent electromechanical engineering graduate from Seneca College.

They will share with us how the Siemens Sustainability Design Hack tested their problem-solving skills and creativity and offered a unique opportunity to collaborate with industry experts and peers. Through their participation, Ava and Ricardo also share how they have gained practical insights into the complexities of engineering design, particularly in sustainability and the automotive sector. 

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

Engineering education and problem-solving in the real world (01:54)

Sustainability in engineering design (06:44)

Collaborations with experts from Siemens and NX (18:25)

Industry connections and mentorship at the  Siemens Sustainability Design Hack (21:12)

Ava and Ricardo’s Sustainability Design Hack experience and their advice for students (31:27)


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In the world we live in, the impacts of climate change are becoming more apparent every day. Weather patterns are getting more unpredictable and severe, affecting underserved communities the most. So, what can we do through technology and education to come up with practical and sustainable solutions for these challenges?

I am your host, Dora Smith. Today, I am joined by Alberto Martinetti, an associate professor with a background in mining engineering, and Nikola Petrova, a lecturer with experience in educational science and curriculum development. In today's episode, our guests both share their individual motivations for getting involved in the field of Humanitarian Engineering.

In this episode, you will learn about the dynamic intersection of education, technology, and sustainability in Humanitarian Engineering. You will also get to hear more about the commitment of Alberto, Nikola, and the University of Twente to educating engineers who are not only technically skilled but also sensitive to the needs of underserved communities.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

The role of Education in Humanitarian Engineering (03:11)

Developing a new Master's Program in Humanitarian Engineering and Pilot Course (04:14)

Student Feedback and Impact (04:23)

Challenges and Accreditation of developing a new Master's course (09:23)

Siemens' Tech for Sustainability Campaign (14:13)

Agribox Concept and How it Helps Combat Issues of Sustainability (16:36)

The significance of community engagement, practical learning, and sustainable development in engineering education and humanitarian efforts (19:12)


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Simulation technology has come a long way in recent years. Once the idea of science fiction stories, today they have become an everyday reality. 
Simulation plays an important role in revolutionizing many industries. And the aerospace industry is among the sectors that have benefited from the success of simulation applications to date. 
Joining us today is Jonas Edman, business development consultant of Simcenter academic solutions, and Dr. Tom Stoumbos, simulation and test leader at Northrop Grumman, a pioneering company responsible for some of the world's most advanced products. They will share with us the role of simulation technology in aerospace engineering, comparing past, present, and future advancements. They will also help us understand the importance of partnering with academia and other industry partners when it comes to innovation.
In this episode you will learn about the comparison of the tech of the past to the tech of today, and also the tech of the future. You will also get to hear about the transformative power of collaboration, innovation, and the integration of academia, industry, and government agencies in driving the future of simulation technology and space exploration.
In This Episode, You Will Learn:

The evolution of simulation technology (2:00)

The importance of innovation in industry (10:50)

How industry can positively impact academia (18:07)

Northrop Grumman and Siemens collaboration (19:33)

The future of simulation technology (22:02)


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Northrop Grumman

Change is inevitable!
As technology students are exposed to changes, the need to change the teaching approach is becoming stronger. That’s because you want a teaching method that harnesses the skills students are gaining from their interactions with the latest technology. 

On the other hand, competition in the industry has forced companies to embrace technology. However, the shortage of personnel who are passionate about technology has been a big challenge. Academia is thus well-positioned to bridge the gap between the many tech-passionate students and the tech-starved industry.

In this episode, Dora Smith interviews Tim Simpson, a Paul Morrow Professor of Engineering Design and Manufacturing at the Pennsylvania State University. Tim and his students have worked with a diversified list of hundreds of companies on up to 600 projects. More recent work has ranged from finding ways to preserve the aviation ecosystem.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

How evolving technology has changed academia (03:08)

What Tim does to stay connected to the industry while in academia (04:08)

How academia matches the industry’s quick pace (06:29)

Tim's experience collaborating with industry (10:03)

Tim’s current work with NASA (16:53)

Tim's experience working in academia during the height of the pandemic (23:28)


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When preparing students for industry, you must have the end goal in mind. You must prepare them for what the industry expects from them and what it takes to succeed and thrive beyond their classes. This can be done by ensuring that students get industry experience while still in school.

Industry experience will help them see the value in teamwork, communication skills, and new technologies. Without industry experience, students can easily close their minds to these essential life skills and only focus on good grades. This will make it harder for them to adjust to the industry’s expectations after graduation. 

In this episode, Dora Smith interviews Oscar Barton, Jr., the dean of Clarence M. Mitchell, Jr., School of Engineering at Morgan State University. He’ll help us understand what it takes to prepare students for industry. He also discusses the importance of diversity in both academia and industry.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

The adjustment Morgan State University made during the COVID pandemic (05:00)

The guiding principles that helped Oscar build a positive culture (08:06)

How to best prepare students for industry (11:25)

How to ensure students are exposed to the latest industry technologies (17:28)

What the mechatronics program offered at Morgan State University entails (23:59)


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