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This project aims to boost enrollment in the Aeronautical Engineering Technology Program by addressing gaps in employment and economic feasibility. It involves updating the curriculum, enhancing advertisement strategies, and lowering budget constraints to attract more students and secure the program's future. The proposal highlights the need to rebrand the program, increase class offerings, and reach out to local industries and schools for support. By modernizing the coursework, promoting the benefits, and managing costs effectively, the initiative strives to drive growth and ensure sustainability for the program.
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Increasing Enrollment in the Aeronautical Engineering Technology Program By Isaac Parenteau
Agenda • The Need • Description of the Project • Budget • Conclusion
Need • Problem: • Airframe & Power Plant License • Lack of Advertisement • Ramifications: • Economical Feasibility • Gaps in Employment • Program Cancellation
Economical Feasibility • Expensive Parts • $2000 Pre-made Solar panel • $2.50 per remnant • $2500 power board • $400 x2 for batteries • Lithium batteries substituted because of the lack of funds
Employment Gaps • Degrees in Aerospace Declined 41% Between 1991-2000 • 75% Will Need to be Retrained • 80% of the Positions Will Need a College Degree
Program Cancellation • Unable to Fulfill Employment Gap • “VTC would be irresponsible if we spent thousands of dollars on a program that had insufficient enrollment” –Dr. Ty Handy, President of VTC
Project Description • Eliminate the Airframe and Power Plant License Requirement. • Rename the Program to Better Suit its Curriculum • Add More Classes to Fill the Gap • Advertise to Local Companies and Schools.
New Curriculum Name • Aerospace Technology
New Curriculum • New Curriculum = 65-66 Credits • Old Curriculum = 68 Credits • Standard 4 Semesters for Associate Degree
Modern Physics • Physics from 1920’s – Present Day • Speed of Light • Einstein's Theories • Atomic Energy
AutoCAD • Computer Assisted Design • Current Technology for Engineering • Incorporate class with the Mechanical Engineering Class
AutoCAD Figure 2- Basic internal layout of a Cube Satellite using AutoCAD Figure 1- NASA’s Jet Propulsions Laboratory’s Galileo Spacecraft Designed With AutoCAD
CNC Class • Computer Numerically Controlled Milling Machine • Another Emerging Technology • Allows for 3-Axis Milling
Advertisement • TV Advertisement • Local High Schools or Businesses • Promote the Program
Impact • New Name to Reflect New Program • No Requirements • Learning New Technologies • Increased Revenue for VTC
Budget Start- up Costs Recurring Costs (yearly)
Conclusions • Benefits • Increase Enrollment • Help Fill the Employment Gap • Increase Revenue for Future Projects • Q & A?