Developing Pathways to Industry: Southwest Aerospace and Manufacturing Strategic Workforce Initiative

The method of educating engineering and technology students is evolving almost as fast as the technology its self.The latest educational trends involve more hands-on projects and suggest industry participation.Southern Utah University (SUU) Engineering and Technology program and its industry advisory board members have acknowledged the value of supplementing the classroom experience with additional real-world experiences (i.e., job shadowing, plant tours, guest lectures, internships, and industry-sponsored projects and training).SUU Engineering and Technology Department is developing and piloting a program that promotes collaboration between industry and the university.The objective of this new program is to provide the student with more hands-on and real-world experiences that supplement the classroom learning and prepare them for a career in engineering and technology field.