A Special Invitation The ISU College of Technology invites secondary schools to participate in "Hands-On High Tech." This program is designed to offer students a personalized experience as they explore various career options in technology. Small group workshops emphasizing a variety of programs offer students an opportunity to experience what the ISU College of Technology has to offer for higher education and career preparation. The "Hands-On High Tech" program runs from 9:30 a.m. through 1:30 p.m. Times may be adjusted in special circumstances to accommodate school schedules. Cost per student and teacher is $6.00 which includes lunch and a T-shirt. Students will attend two or three workshops of their choice selected from the following:
Technology Education Product Production Technology Packaging Protection & Design Information Technology Electronics Technology Construction Management Computer Integrated Manufacturing Computer-Aided Design Automotive Technology Air Force ROTC Aerospace Technology
Career Exploration Workshops:
Technology Education Technology teachers are in high demand and work with exciting, hands-on, minds-on activities. In this workshop you will explore laboratory activities that cut across areas of transportation, construction, manufacturing, communication, and biotechnology. If teaching elementary, middle school, or high school students is a career you’re considering, attend this workshop to find out more about the changing and challenging field of technology education
Packaging Protection and Design This diverse field is open to a wide range of career options in the packaging industry – from artistic to engineering. Industry is paying top salaries to professionals who can creatively solve packaging problems and design packaging improvements. In this workshop you’ll learn how packaging designs are tested and designed.
Information Technology From database managers to programmers to network engineers to web application specialists – information technology (IT) professionals are in high demand. Covering a wide variety of occupational areas, you can choose an area of emphasis that fits your interest. This session will help you understand and explore what’s available in IT.
Electronics Technology Get a feel for the latest in electronics software or automation processes. This hands-on experience will get you involved in some of the latest technology used to design computers and complex systems.
Construction Management Today’s construction business is high-tech. If you like challenges and enjoy working with your hands as well as your head, attend this workshop. There will be several hands-on activities to choose from that will give you some insight into today’s construction industry.
Computer-Integrated Manufacturing Moving a product from idea to the marketplace is not the same as it used to be. Computer-Integrated Manufacturing (CIM) uses storage and retrieval systems that “talk to” industrial robots and other computerized machinery. In this workshop you’ll explore the modern assembly line and discover the possibilities of careers in modern manufacturing.
Computer-Aided Design and 3-D Solid Modeling See how industry is designing the products you buy. Using the latest software you will have the opportunity to generate your own 3-D Solid Model, rotate it, calculate the weight and surface area, and produce a hard copy.
Automotive Technology If you like automobiles and would like to be a part of management, testing, or production development in this exciting industry, attend this workshop. Experience hands-on activities dealing with modern automobiles and today’s high-tech automotive industry.
Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) In this workshop you’ll be part of a tabletop gaming exercise where you make the decisions. Learn what it’s like to be part of a team, to make decisions, and to be a leader. Our leadership training prepares you to be an officer in the United States Air Force. ROTC offers a variety of career options, some of which use the most advanced equipment and technology in the world.
Aerospace Technology Come along and explore one of the exciting fields in the aerospace industry. Problem-solving, communications, and simulations are just a few of the activities used to train professional pilots and aerospace managers.
What Kind of Experience Can Your Students Expect? • Interactive Workshops Small group, hands-on workshops give your students a chance to experience a variety of different types of technology careers. Your students will have an opportunity to select several areas of interest to explore. • Student-to-Student Contact Meet our Technology Career Advocates! Some of our best and brightest students will offer insights and perspectives on how they made career decisions, what college life is all about, and which programs can best prepare your students for a career in technology. • Campus Exposure We take pride in our recently renovated campus and our relatively new John T. Myers Technology Center. Your students will eat lunch in one of our resident halls. The Sycamore Towers offers our student visitors a wide selection of choices at a reduced cost – ALL THEY CAN EAT food court style. Who Will Benefit Most? “Hands On High Tech” visits are most successful when students have been specially selected by a teacher or counselor. In our effort to make this career exploration experience as rewarding and beneficial for the student as possible, we suggest that teachers or counselors consider some of the following criteria in selecting students for this program: √ interest in science and/or math √ interest in technology/engineering √ upper 50% class ranking √ good attendance record √ serious about career exploration √ enrolled in Tech Prep courses √ considering technical post-secondary education √ enjoys hands-on learning experiences When Can You Visit? Several dates have been designated for “Hands On High Tech” visits. Please CALL to reserve a date for your visit, RETURN the reservation form, or SUBMIT the online reservation form. Reservations will be made on a first come basis; space is limited on each date. Please allow at least three week's notice. For more details call: Tech Prep and School-to-Careers High School Outreach Programs Contact: Bev Bitzegaio, 237-3575 Toll free: 888-478-7003 Email: bitz@indstate.edu Aerospace Technology 800-833-5325 or 812-237-2641 Electronics and Computer Technology 812-237-3452 Industrial and Mechanical Technology 812-237-3353 Industrial Technology Education 800-468-5236 or 812-237-2642 Manufacturing and Construction Technology 812-237-3377 Air Force ROTC 812-237-2657 College of Technology Phone: 812-237-2987 or 888-478-7003 Fax: 812-237-3733 Email: tca@indstate.edu Web page: http://web.indstate.edu/tech