Design Day 2006 Overview
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Cover Friday, Dec. 8,2006 Design Day is implemented to "educate junior- and senior-level mechanical engineering students in contemporary engineering design practices...to undertake humanitarian projects in Michigan communities...to educate pre-collegiate students about the benefits of a college education, mechanical engineering practices, and the role of professional engineers in society." |
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Pages 1-25
"We are entering a whole new world of design education without topological maps or gyroscopic compass, but our ultimate goal is crystal clear: the transformation of lives and the advancement of knowledge." |
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Pages 26-35 A detailed description of what manufacturing means to the Michigan economy and each of the ME481 design projects that help to create more efficient, more effective technology. |
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Pages 36-51 "The next generation of potential engineers come to visit us every Design Day. If the opportunity arises, take some extra time to make their visit a memorable one... Answer their questions and stimulate their imaginations. Remember how much it meant to you when you were younger and an older person took some extra time to make you feel special? Return the favor. Experience firsthand the joy of giving!" |
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Pages 52-63 A description of ME 481 and inspirational quotes from alumni. Also a list of awards from Design Day and Thomas Alva Edison Scholars.
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Pages 64-72 W.A. Dart Foundation Day of Innovation provides numerous unique opportunities for 7th–12th grade students to participate in innovative activities involving experiential learning.
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