Iowa State’s Engineering Online Learning (EOL) program is adding a new graduate certificate in nondestructive evaluation (NDE) starting fall 2011. Nicola Bowler, director of NDE graduate certificate studies, says the certificate will assist professionals who are looking for an opportunity to advance their education and understand more about NDE through a flexible program of learning. …Continue reading “New NDE graduate certificate to be offered”
Beginning fall 2011, a new graduate certificate in nondestructive evaluation (NDE) will be offered through Iowa State’s Engineering Online Learning (EOL) program. Nicola Bowler, director of NDE graduate certificate studies, says the certificate will assist professionals who are looking for an opportunity to advance their education and understand more about NDE through a flexible program …Continue reading “New NDE graduate certificate to be offered”
Margaret Harding received a Presidential Citation from the American Nuclear Society (ANS) for her contributions to the society during the incident in Fukushima, Japan, ANS President Eric P. Loewen, PhD, announced last week. In discussing the presentation of the Citation, Loewen said, “Harding worked tirelessly during the crisis in order to help the society dispel …Continue reading “Harding recognized by American Nuclear Society”
Two researchers in electrical and computer engineering are starting a new trend in recycling, shifting from conserving materials like paper and aluminum cans to being more resourceful with digital space. The unique concept, called bandwidth recycling, is a response to the unprecedented changes taking place in the mobile industry. Many of these changes are a result …Continue reading “A new generation of recycling”
It has been four months since a massive earthquake and tsunami rocked Japan’s Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant, resulting in what is being called the second largest nuclear accident in history. The complex nature of nuclear energy and concerns of radiation exposure have left people across the world fearful of the power source, some even …Continue reading “Nuclear energy industry continues on”
Wind energy in Iowa is an ever-growing industry that has escalated rapidly in the past decade. Working in a state that the American Wind Energy Association ranks as No. 2 in wind energy generation output, professors at Iowa State’s College of Engineering feel a certain responsibility and absolute need to focus on wind energy education. …Continue reading “An increase in wind energy education”
Iowa State University alumnus Robi Polikar knows from experience that the old saying good things come in threes is true. Polikar, who received both his master’s and doctoral degrees in electrical engineering and biomedical engineering at Iowa State, has had a lot to celebrate this year. Not only did he reach the milestone of 10 …Continue reading “Alumnus is the new ECE chair at Rowan University”
The search for eco-friendly energy sources is a worldwide affair, and researchers are drawing closer to new innovations every day. Among this group of determined professionals is Vikram Dalal, Thomas M. Whitney Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering. Dalal, who is working to advance solar energy, recently received the 2011 IBM Faculty Award. He has …Continue reading “Dalal receives IBM faculty award”
Bryce Freeman can be described in many ways, but three words best capture his essence: determination, motivation, and dedication. These traits, along with many memorable milestones and strong family values, have guided Freeman on an impressive journey that has led him far from the place he once called home. After growing up in Ames and …Continue reading “Bryce Freeman excels at P&G after Iowa State”
A new trophy found its way into Marston Hall to recognize the college’s outstanding effort in recruiting the most volunteers for this year’s State Science and Technology Fair of Iowa (SSTFI). Jay Staker, chairman of the board of SSTFI, delivered the SSTFI Volunteerism Traveling Trophy to an enthused Camille Sloan Schroeder. Schroeder, director of engineering …Continue reading “CoE receives 2011 SSTFI Volunteerism Traveling Trophy”
Event coordinator for aerospace engineering Susan McLaughlin has devised a plan that will save the College of Engineering thousands of dollars. McLaughlin began looking at the money the college was spending to rent tables and chairs for events after she received an e-mail Dean Jonathan Wickert sent college-wide requesting input on a new budget plan. …Continue reading “College accepts budget proposal submitted by McLaughlin”
Students at Iowa State quickly realize participating in the more than 700 student clubs and organizations at the university offers a chance to learn new things and meet new people. One engineering undergraduate is helping students across the globe gain similar experiences. Rick Hanton, senior in computer engineering, is the chair of the U.S. chapter …Continue reading “Hanton holds executive position in a national organization”
Iowa State University graduate student Timothy Becker has received national recognition from the Society of Professional Engineers. Becker, who graduated from Iowa State in 1994 with a BS in construction engineering and returned 15 years later to pursue a PhD in civil, construction, and environmental engineering, was awarded the 2011 Professional Engineers in Construction George …Continue reading “Iowa State graduate student receives national recognition”
