When it comes to continuous improvement on an organizational scale there is no better model than the Malcolm Baldrige-style model for high-performing organizations. FLATE has adopted and is implementing this model, in the form of the Florida Governor’s Sterling criteria for managing and evaluating the Center. This is an innovative approach that differs from every […]
Florida ranks highest in the country in per capita residential electricity demand, and is a top consumer of petroleum-fired electricity in the nation. (Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration). The present scenario calls for immediate action, and legislators, educators and industry leaders are joining hands to design sustainable initiatives that support the 21st century energy age. […]
FLATE and the National Science Foundation recognize the importance for faculty to keep current with advances in their field and expand their expertise; therefore, FLATE is offering fellowships for faculty to participate in professional development opportunities at the HI-TEC conference. FLATE FELLOWS are individuals who are interested in attending the HI-TEC conference sessions on July […]
To our FLATE Focus readers familiar with the NSF ATE program, what we do at FLATE is only “sort of” a mystery. To many of our educational, industrial, and governmental stakeholder who are individually involved with specific projects or activities within our 3 NSF-ATE mandates (outreach, curriculum, and professional development), there is always enthusiasm and […]
Florida is not all about the sun, the sand and the surf. The state is emerging as a strong hub for biomedical industries. This shift in focus is steering the state’s economic engine in a new direction, and industry leaders and educators are taking steps to address the educational as well as workforce needs of a […]
When it comes to defining high-tech, next generation manufacturing PGT Industries located in North Venice, FL stands far above the cut-off line. The company is one of the largest manufacturers of windows and doors in the nation for residential and commercial markets, and employs approximately 1300 employees at its manufacturing facilities in Florida and North […]
As if last month’s mix-up between the globins was not enough of an annoyance, you just discovered results from the pre-film insurance company required stress test for these two superstars also needs to be labeled. Fortunately you did recall from your past studies, or perhaps an educated guess that the moose’s carbon dioxide production will […]
The High-Impact Technology Exchange Conference is a national conference focused on defining advanced technical education systems that are streamlined to meet the demands of a 21st century workforce. The conference is held on an annual basis, and is part of the National Science Foundation Advanced Technological Education Centers’ (NSF ATE) effort to promote excellence in […]
Websites are an important tool in every manufacturer’s tool kit. Given their strategic role in reaching a widespread audience, other NSF ATE Centers like the National Center for Manufacturing Education (NCME) and Weld-Ed ATE are using it as a platform for industry professionals, educators, and students to exchange ideas and information. The Careers in welding […]
