Faculty who received funding (all are principal investigators unless otherwise noted) were:

• Bedrich Benes, Computer Graphics Technology, 12-13 OVPR Bridge Funding for “HCC:  CGV:  Collaborative Research:  Haptic Rendering & Visual Simulation to Improve Understanding of Complex Physical Processes”, Purdue University, $61,048
• Bedrich Benes, Computer Graphics Technology, A Global High-Resolution Fossil Fuel CO2 Inventory Built from Assimilation of in situ and Remotely-Sensed Datasets to Advance Satellite Greenhouse Gas Decision Support Systems, Arizona State University, $47,564
• Nathalie Duval-Couetil, Technology Leadership & Innovation, Aligning Entrepreneurship Education with ABET Accredidation Criteria, National Collegiate Inventors and Innovators Alliance, $10,000
• Nathalie Duval-Couetil, Technology Leadership & Innovation, Entrepreneurship Education & Its Impact on Engineering Student Outcomes: The Role of Program Characteristics and Faculty Beliefs, National Collegiate Inventors and Innovators Alliance, $69,030
• Nathan Hartman, Computer Graphics Technology, Phase IX Rolls Royce/Purdue PLM Collaboration Proposal, Rolls-Royce, Inc., $100,000
• Nathan Hartman, Computer Graphics Technology, Product Lifecycle Management Center of Excellence (PLM), General Motors Foundation, $50,000
• Athula Kulatunga and Mike Jacob (Co-PI), Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology, Sinkable Power Source, Purdue University, $23,904
• Eric Matson, Computer and Information Technology, Joint Curriculum Development on Systems, Engineering and Project Management (SE/PM) for Plant Systems, Pohang University of Science and Technology, $280,000
• Marcus Rogers, Computer and Information Technology, Forensic Seminars, Multi-Sponsored Industrials, $500
• Pankaj Sharma (Co-PI), Technology Leadership & Innovation, Solar Energy Research Institute for India and the United States (SERIIUS), National Renewable Energy Laboratory, $12,750

Superstorm Sandy wreaked havoc not only on homes and businesses but also on area communications networks. It especially highlighted the vulnerabilities of the emergency communications system.

Alex Coleman

Alex Coleman, as vice president, public sector markets for Verizon Enterprise Solutions, has been charged to help find ways for Public Safety customers to modernize their emergency communications infrastructure.

“This particular area has not seen a lot of technological change,” said Coleman, a 1986 electrical engineering technology graduate. “While our country’s Emergency Communications Networks like E911 work well and meet the needs of the public, modernization of the network is required to allow for advanced capabilities such as text to 911 and video to further support the needs our citizens and the first responder community.

Coleman believes he and his company can help make the system more efficient and cost effective. A new national broadband public safety network, administered by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), may include assistance and infrastructure from providers such as Verizon.

“Change is on the horizon,” Coleman said. “First responders in one city will be able to communicate across multiple networks to other cities without dropping a voice or data call. First responders will be able to use video, analytics, voice and other information to get to the root of the problem.”

The area Coleman is in charge of also provides machine-to-machine communications (telematics) and cloud computing technology to help solve customer business problems. His team is charged with leveraging all Verizon assets to provide solutions to the public safety community.

He says he uses his Purdue education daily to help make his employer a preferred provider. And because of his experience, he knows Verizon can look to Purdue for even more potential hires.

“You have to have common sense, work well with others, be able to collaborate and have the ability to see an opportunity and make something of it,” he said. “I utilize these skill sets every day in my current position. Universities like Purdue are preparing our future workforce to be successful in our ever changing technological world.”

Next year, we will celebrate the College of Technology’s 50th year of existence. The yearlong celebration will be more than an anniversary observance, however. It will be a chance to remember the foundations of the college, which stretch to the beginning of Purdue’s existence. And it will be a chance for us to look forward and imagine where the college will be after its next 50 years.

The history of the college is fascinating. Despite higher education’s reputation for creating silos of activity within individual colleges, the first discussions about our existence took place among faculty from across the university. The University Extension Council included senior faculty from several departments, and they “served to bring the engineering technology programs into the University’s mainstream” wrote Calvin Lawshe, the first dean of the School of Technology. He served from 1964 to 1966.

The main mission of the school in 1964 was to offer associate degrees at the regional campuses and in West Lafayette. In fact, the school employed more faculty across the state than it did in West Lafayette. Within the first year, the first faculty council of representatives had approved junior and senior engineering technology curriculum and a four-year professional pilot curriculum. These were the first plans of study to result in a School of Technology bachelor of science degree.

Since that time, the college has worked to meet the ever-changing needs of industry and society. It has gone through program name changes, an upgrade from School to College, four deans, growth to eight locations outside of West Lafayette, and accreditation for all West Lafayette bachelor’s degrees (and some at Statewide). The academic programs now include master’s and doctoral degrees, master’s degrees for the working professional, and millions of dollars annually in sponsored research. And because innovation never stops, it feels like we’re only getting started.

A committee of faculty and staff has laid the groundwork for an event-filled 2013-14 academic year that will educate, inspire, reflect and celebrate. A full list of activities will be released soon. We invite you to join us on campus or online to participate in all or part of the celebration.

Vanessa Buntin and Steven Lincoln
CoT 50th Anniversary Committee co-chairs

(Photo: James Maris, who in 1964 would become the first head of the Department of Aviation Technology in the School of Technology, works with students in the engine lab at the Purdue University Airport. Photo from 1955.)

Sophomores, juniors and seniors are encouraged to register online for the three-day camp.

General Motors is the lead sponsor for the event.

Find out more and see video on the WDNU Web site.

Visit the Electric Go-Kart Summer Camp Web page for information about dates and registration.

Hank Kraebber, professor of mechanical engineering technology, was honored by the Indiana Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation (LSAMP) during its statewide conference in April for his service as a mentor to students at Purdue and Ivy Tech and for facilitating LSAMP workshops.

Toni Munguia, adviser to Women in Technology and Minority Technology Association, has been named one of two Outstanding Advisers of the Year for Purdue University. She shared the honor with Robert Proctor, a professor of psychological sciences.

Matt Turner, assistant professor of electrical and computer engineering technology (New Albany) presented “Building a Smart Grid Roadmap for the Commonwealth of Kentucky through Stakeholder Engagement” at the System and Optimization Aspects of Smart Grid Challenges 2013 Conference at the University of Arizona.

Faculty in the news:

• Bedrich Benes, associate professor of computer graphics technology, talked with the Purdue Exponent about the increased popularity and use of 3-D printing.
• Gary Bertoline, dean of the college, delivered an address titled “The Fatal Flaw in Engineering Higher Education in the U.S.” at The Automation Conference May 15, which was covered by Automation World.
• Brent Bowen, professor of aviation technology, was all over the media in April with the release of the annual Airline Quality Rating in conjunction with Wichita State University.
• Bill Hutzel, professor of mechanical engineering technology, talked with the Indianapolis Star about solar farms in Indianapolis.
• Sam Liles, associate professor of computer and information technology, talked with Fox 59 News about the Associated Press Twitter account being hacked in April.

Award recipients included:

• Academic Advisor Award: Linda Young, Computer and Information Technology
• Customer Service Award: Michelle Arthur, systems engineer for ECN; Beth Helton, administrative assistant for the Office of Advancement
• Leadership Award: Jeff Holewinski, system technologist for Mechanical Engineering Technoogy
• Statewide Excellence Award: Christy Snip, student services coordinator, College of Technology, New Albany
• Staff Equity, Inclusion and Advocacy Award: Fran Misch, administrative assistant for Building Construction Management
• Faculty Equity, Inclusion and Advocacy Award: Brandeis Marshall, assistant professor of computer and information technology
• Outstanding Faculty in Learning: Nathan Mentzer, assistant professor of technology leadership and innovation (other nominees: John Davis, Aviation Technology; Brad Benhart, Building Construction Management; Ray Hassan, Computer Graphics Technology; Ray Hansen, Computer and Information Technology; John Denton, Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology; Nancy Denton, Mechanical Engineering Technology)
• Dwyer Outstanding Undergraduate Teaching: Nathan Mentzer, assistant professor of technology leadership and innovation (other nominees: Tim Ropp, Aviation Technology; James Benkins, Building Construction Management; David Whittinghill, Computer Graphics Technology; Eric Matson, Computer and Information Technology; John Denter, Electrical and Computer Engineering Tehcnology; Mark French, Mechanical Engineering Technology)
• Outstanding Faculty in Discovery: Eric Matson, assistant professor of computer and information technology (other nominees: Mary Johnson, Aviation Technology; Yi Jiang, Building Construction Managmement; Mihaela Vorvoreanu, Computer Graphics Technology; Athula Kulatunga, Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology; Qingyou Han, Mechanical Engineering Technology; Jenny Daugherty, Technology Leadership and Innovation)
• John P. Lisack Early-Career Engagement Award: Jeffrey Richardson, assistant professor of electrical and computer engineering technology
• Outstanding Faculty in Engagement: Daphene Koch, associate professor of building construction management (other nominees: Chien-tsung Lu, Aviation Technology; Clark Cory, Computer Graphics Technology; William Hutzel, Mechanical Engineering Technology; Rodney Vandeveer, Technology Leadership and Innovation)

Faculty promotions:

• To clinical associate professor: Tim Ropp, Aviation Technology
• To associate professor: Bryan Hubbard, Building Construction Management; Todd Kelley, Technology Leadership and Innovation; Eric Matson, Computer and Information Technology; Henry Zhang, Mechanical Engineering Technology

Faculty research poster awards:

• Research category: “Smart Mammogram:  A Smart App for a Second Opinion of the Mammogram”, Raji Sundararajan, Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology
• Learning category: “Curriculum Development:  Food Supply Chain Management Systems”, Chad Laux, Technology Leadership and Innovation

• 45 years: Robert Grundman, assistant professor of aviation technology
• 35 years: Loretta Lonz, academic advisor in Building Construction Management; Mike Jacob, professor of electrical and computer engineering technology; Kay Solomon, academic advisor in Mechanical Engineering Technology; and Linda Young, academic advisor, in Computer and Information Technology
• 30 years: Bradley Harriger, professor of mechanical engineering technology; James Lane, lab supervisor in Mechanical Engineering Technology; Dennis Short, professor of computer graphics technology; and Steven Widmer, associate professor of mechanical engineering technology.
• 25 years: Thomas Brelage, lab supervisor in Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology; Robert Bruce, associate professor of mechanical engineering technology; and Richard Allen, maintenance technician in Aviation Technology.
• 20 years: Maria Drake, data manager; Jeffrey Honchell, associate professor of electrical and computer engineering technology; Denver Lopp, professor of aviation technology; Kathryne Newton, professor of technology leadership and innovation; Phillip Rawles, associate professor of computer and information technology; and David Stanley, associate professor of aviation technology.
• 15 years: Beverly Davis, associate professor of technology leadership and innovation (Lafayette); Brian Dillman, associate professor of aviation technology; James Jenkins, associate professor of building construction management; Nghia Le, associate professor of electrical and computer engineering technology (New Albany); Jan Lugowski, associate professor of mechanical engineering technology; Kyle Lutes, associate professor of computer and information technology; Carlos Morales, associate professor of computer graphics technology; Mathias Sutton, associate professor of technology leadership and innovation; Nancy Tucker, department head secretary in Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology.
• 10 years: Rene Bailey, Project Lead The Way program assistant; Jacqueline Brown, academic excellence coordinator; Julia Carson, student services secretary, Columbus; Joseph Dues, associate professor of mechanical engineering technology (New Albany); Jeffrey Evans, associate professor of electrical and computer engineering technology; Debbie Frantz, account clerk; Gene Harding, associate professor of electrical and computer engineering technology (South Bend); Nathan Hartman, associate professor of computer graphics technology; Douglas Keith, clinical assistant professor of building construction management; Marcus Rogers, professor of computer and information technology; Anthony Smith, associate professor, computer and information technology; Jennifer White, academic advisor in Technology Leadership and Innovation.

The Graduate School Excellence in Teaching Award is the highest honor Purdue gives to a graduate student. Selected students must show excellence in mentoring and teaching undergraduate and/or graduate students, and have proven leadership and accomplishments outside of the classroom in service and outreach as well as scholarly presentations and publications.

College of Technology recipients of the award were:

• Andrew Kennedy, Computer Graphics Technology
• Jennifer Kirschner, Aviation Technology
• Sara Panahkhahi, Mechanical Engineering Technology
• Steven Schaffner, Building Construction and Management
• Kevin Teng, Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology

In addition, two students earned the CIE Graduate Teaching Certificate: Cristina Arauco Escobar, Building Construction Management, and David Koelle, Building Construction Management.

Michael Kane, associate professor of computer and information technology, is one of four authors of a new textbook titled Pharmacogenetics, Kinetics, and Dynamics Personalized Medicine. The book is available from Jones and Bartlett Learning.

Alejandra Magana, assistant professor of computer and information technology, and Eric Nauman, director of the College of Engineering Honors Program and associate professor of mechanical engineering, have been awarded a $40,000 grant from MathWorks for a project titled “Integrating Computation into Mechanical Engineering Core.”  They will create undergraduate honors course — open to juniors and seniors in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and computer and information technology — to the increase their disciplinary computational literacy by developing computational simulation tools for an undergraduate statics course.

Vahid Motevalli, professor of mechanical engineering technology, has been reappointed to the National Academies, Transportation Research Board committee. In January he served as Session Chair for the board’s 92nd annual meeting, which focused on Checkpoint of the Future, an international initiative led by the International Air Transport Association. He serves as a member of the Checkpoint of the Future’s Technology Expert Group, and he was an invited panelist for AVSEC World Conference in March where he discussed “Technologies for the Checkpoint for the Future.” He also was a panel member for mechanical engineering for the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program in January.

Karl Perusich, associate professor of electrical engineering technology in South Bend, has been named a reviewer for the IEEE 2012/2013 President’s Change the World competition. The IEEE Presidents’ Change the World Competition recognizes and rewards students who identify a real-world problem and apply engineering, science, computing, and leadership skills to solve it. Perusich evaluated papers on originality, quantitative aspects and qualitative aspects to produce a pool of finalists.

Rodney Vandeveer, professor of technology leadership & innovation, will be the featured instructor for the Society of Broadcast Engineers three-day 2013 Leadership Development Course in August. It is the fourth year he has led the course.

Several College of Technology faculty and staff have written or edited books available in the 2013 catalog of Purdue University Press:

• Understanding the Global Energy Crisis, Eugene D. Coyle and Melissa J. Dark, editors. Coyle, a professor at Dublin Institute of Technology, was a Fulbright Scholar in the college in 2012-13; Dark is the Furnas Professor of Technology in the Department of Computer and Information Technology.
• Manufacturing Facilities Design and Material Handling, fifth edition, Matthew P. Stephens, professor of technology leadership & innovation, co-editor
• Methods of IT Project Management, second edition, Jeffrey L. Brewer and Kevin C. Dittman, both associate professors of computer and information technology
• Project and Program Management, A Competency-Based Approach, second edition, Mitchell L. Springer, executive director for operations and strategic initiatives and of the Center for Professional Studies in Technology and Research
• Construction Site Planning and Logistical Operations, Site-Focused Management for Builders, Randy R. Rapp, associate professor, and Bradley L. Benhart, clinical assistant professor, both in the Department of Building Construction Management, editors

Faculty in the news:

• Jeffrey Griffin, director of the College of Technology at Kokomo, talks about how his location will help education new Chrysler employees in Kokomo with Fox 59 news.
• Robert Moser, contenting lecturer of aviation technology, and the Department of Aviation Technology’s simulatetor center was featured in a Purdue feature titled “Did you Know?: Holleman-Niswonger Simulator Center.”
• Vahid Motevalli, professor of mechanical engineering technology, talks about the Hoosier Heavy Hybrid for a story posted by the College of Engineering.
• Motevalli was also quoted in the Feb. 26 edition of Air Cargo World in a story about a diamond heist in the Brussels Airport.

Faculty who received funding (all are principal investigators unless otherwise noted) were:

• Melissa Dark, Computer and Information Technology, IPA between Purdue and NSA/ADET, Center for CNO, Cyber and Information Assurance, $79,822
• Stephen Elliott, Technology Leadership & Innovation, Stanley Black and Decker Data Mining, Stanley Security Solutions Inc., $2,957
• Jose Garcia, Technology Leadership & Innovation, Continuously Variable Hydraulic Transmission for a Small Wind Power Drive Train Simulator, National Fluid Power Association, $5,000
• Jose Garcia, Technology Leadership & Innovation, Phase I Option: Application of Switching Valves to Improve Reliability of Fueldraulic Systems, Dynsan LLC, $21,114
• Thomas Hacker, Computer and Information Technology, U.S. CMS Operations at LHC, Princeton University, $19,865
• Qingyou Han, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Microstructure Characterization of Casting, Hans Tech, $9,999
• Qingyou Han, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Ultrasonic Vibration Assisted ECAP for the Fabrication of Bulk Nanostructured Metals and Alloys, Purdue University, $99,766
• Nathan Hartman, Computer Graphics Technology, Product Lifecycle Management Center of Excellence, General Motors Foundation, $15,000
• Daniel Leon-Salas, Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology, CAREER:Toward Hybrid Energy-Harvesting Image Sensors, National Science Foundation, $263,726
• Eric Matson (PI), Jeffrey Brewer (Co-PI), Brandeis Marshall (Co-PI), NIPA Junior Capstone Program, National IT Industry Promo Agency, $100,000
• Vahid Motevalli, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Center for Technology Development Consortium, Multi-Sponsored Industrials, $50,000
• Marcus Rogers, Computer and Information Technology, Forensic Seminars, Multi-Sponsored Industrials, $1,000

The amounts listed are disbursements in a specific month and may not reflect the entire amount of a project’s funding.