Project Overview
The goal of the National Science Foundation’s Innovative Technology Experiences for Students and Teachers (ITEST) program is to promote interest in STEM among PreK, elementary, and high school students. Connected STEM Promoting STEM Education through Connected Devices and Building Automation is a collaborative research project that is promoting STEM through the use of building automation applications, connected devices (commonly called the Internet of Things) and additive manufacturing (known as 3D printing).
This collaboration among Texas A&M University, Blinn College, and numerous other community and industry partners will promote junior high and high school student interest, skills, knowledge, and career aspirations in engineering through authentic engineering design activities related to building automation.
This project is using a combination of junior high and high school teacher professional development, and summer camps for students to promote interest and knowledge in STEM careers.