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# ncscifest. From Robots to 3D-Printers: Opportunities in Next Generation Manufacturing NCCAP SYNERGY 2013 Chris Droessler , NC Department of Public Instruction Sarah Langer, Institute for Emerging Issues. Manufacturing. Chris Droessler Education Consultant
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#ncscifest From Robots to 3D-Printers:Opportunities in Next Generation Manufacturing NCCAP SYNERGY 2013 Chris Droessler, NC Department of Public Instruction Sarah Langer, Institute for Emerging Issues
Manufacturing Chris Droessler Education Consultant NC Department of Public Instruction Chris.Droessler@dpi.nc.gov
NC Strategic Marketing PlanNC Department of Commerce - Key Industry Sectors Aerospace, Aviation and Defense 180 aerospace companies, 9,500 people Automotive, Truck and Heavy Equipment 160 motor vehicle parts companies, 17,000 people Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences 528 bioscience companies, 57,000 people Energy 1,000 energy companies, 12,500 people Financial Services 13,000 business & financial serv. companies, 145,000 people Information and Communications Technology 3,000 IT companies, 100,000 people
Myth # 1 All of the manufacturing is moving from NC to China.
Does it matter if your child is blue-collar or white-collar? The real questions should be : • Are they happy? • Can they support themselves and their family? Gold-collar means that they earn enough to maintain their standard of living.
2013 Emerging Issues Forum @Manufacturing Works
@Manufacturing Works Strategies How to capitalize on opportunities in new and advanced manufacturing: • Better connect manufacturing businesses and North Carolina's educational systems • Develop infrastructure • Rebrand manufacturing as a career option
Key Challenges • How do we graduate college and career ready students, at all levels, that can navigate the science & technology pipeline? • How can the state produce, retain and continue to develop quality science, technology engineering and math teachers? • How can we engage the public and decision makers to support science and technology learning and economic development? • How can the innovative ideas of researchers and companies move into commercial products and the marketplace?
Idea #1 Develop programs that match students to science and technology industry experiences. Training for New Manufacturing Careers (apprenticeships)
Idea #2 Provide NC teachers opportunities for substantive professional development through experiential programs that connect them with individuals and organizations… Kenan Fellows Program
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4I3Hlb4DMaE&feature=player_embeddedhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4I3Hlb4DMaE&feature=player_embedded video
Idea #3 Partner with the NC Grassroots Science Museums as a public-engagement platform to generate conversations with NC citizens about the real benefits STEM holds for their future and for the future of their children.
NC Grassroots Science Museums Collaborative - 35 Facilities in NC - The only statewide partnership of museums dedicated to inspiring and educating today’s youth and adults in science and technology for North Carolina’s competitive future.
Community Forums • Emphasize that the needs of manufacturers are increasingly localized, • Addressing alignment of businesses and education systems at the local level, • Developing capacity to rapidly respond to local needs, changes, and deficiencies.
NC Manufacturing Awareness Week Chris Droessler Education Consultant NC Department of Public Instruction Chris.Droessler@dpi.nc.gov