Session 4

Donna Matteson & Jake Mulderig

Repeat: S9 Friday, 2:30 - 3:15  

101 Park Hall (CAD Lab)

The SUNY Oswego Department of Technology offers the opportunity for high school juniors and seniors to earn college credit for TEL 101 Engineering Graphics and Technical Illustration. This presentation will discuss the logistics, school and teacher requirements, and curriculum and instructional support. Attend this session to learn how you can get started. 

Tracy Young & Margaret Romano

Repeat: S5 Thursday, 3:45 - 4:30  

102 Park Hall (Communications Lab)

Integrated STEM is a powerful way to engage students in critical thinking and problem-solving learning experiences. With a seemingly endless supply of resources, it can be hard to know where to start. This workshop focuses on proven strategies and highlighting effective resources to implement STEM in elementary schools and build a sustainable STEM program. Tracy will share her experience in the STEM field to show how easily the ITEEA Engineering by Design program can be carried out in the elementary classroom. In addition to discussing integrating STEM, Margaret will inform participants about the ITEEA Elementary STEM Council and the opportunities that are offered to them. 

Ronald Alexander

With advancements in electronic vehicle controls and a need for safer vehicle operation, the automotive industry has been developing systems that will allow automatic collision avoidance and near-autonomous vehicle operation. The suspension systems and body control systems work together as a high-speed data acquisition and processing network to achieve this. Building on past advancements such as ABS, stability control, electronic throttle control, electronic power steering, navigation, infrared, and other widely used technologies multiple levels of autonomous driving can and will be achieved. This session will provide you with an understanding of the history, operation, and future of ADAS and autonomous vehicle technologies. We will also discuss the social and industrial aspects of the future of a driverless car. This will allow you to introduce and understand these technologies and discuss their implications of this in modern society.  

Mike Amante

The NYSMTP celebrates the work of the highest-performing STEM teachers by establishing an expert community dedicated to developing expertise in the areas of content, pedagogy, and students’ families and communities. These presenters have been through the hoops and will share what to expect and how to navigate the hurdles. The process may seem daunting, but it's actually very reasonable and attainable. Let us help you as you consider applying for this incredible program! 

Gregory Bailey

Double Session (2:30 - 4:30)

Participants in this workshop will work in teams to complete four hands-on problem-solving activities. All supplies and handouts will be provided. Come see if you can build the strongest foil boat, the tallest ping pong ball tower, build an index penny tower that is worth the most points, and train your “Eggstronaut” to be the fastest in the egg obstacle course. These are fun activities that can be added to your class curriculum at any time. Each event winner will receive an award. 

Nathan Smith, Kelsey Roman, & Mike Woods

NYSTEEA is the New York State Technology and Engineering Educators Association and you should be a part of it! Come learn about what's new with NYSTEEA, including updates from the State Education Department, our partnership with the CTE TAC of NY, the return of Tech Ed Teacher Talks, and our new mentoring program. 

Ryan Czeck & Nicole Pauldine

A comprehensive look at creating and adapting a Computers in Manufacturing curriculum for high school students through a hybrid lens of project-based learning and various methodologies. This presentation will highlight challenges, successes, and possible avenues of machine and funding opportunities while comparing and contrasting instructional methodologies from primary and secondary education environments. 

Jake Folts

Technology and music interdisciplinary learning opportunity! Students can design and manufacture ukuleles with the use of CAD software and CNC machines. The prototype was developed using a CNC router, laser cutter, 3D printers, Fusion 360, and Mastercam. This presentation will demonstrate multiple ways to create the ukulele for different age groups, skill levels, and availability of machines. 

Timothy Skurka, Alec MacDonald, & Zac Case

Slot car racing is an interactive fun STEM activity for all grade levels. Join us for an opportunity to bring this racing STEM fun to your classroom!