Location
Rochester Institute of Technology
Description
One of the challenges any capstone design program faces is the identification of suitable projects for its students. In the area of access technology, where the can be an even greater challenge, as universities can no longer rely on employer contacts or alumni in industry for projects. The Rochester Institute of Technology, in collaboration with several area agencies providing services to people with disabilities, has developed an embedded student program that puts students in an environment where they interact closely with clients and caregivers. These students have the opportunity to identify potential project needs and the technical background to know where engineering students may have the skills required to develop devices to meet client needs. This paper outlines this project discovery method, specifically as it applies to access technology.
Effective Access Technology Project Discovery
Rochester Institute of Technology
One of the challenges any capstone design program faces is the identification of suitable projects for its students. In the area of access technology, where the can be an even greater challenge, as universities can no longer rely on employer contacts or alumni in industry for projects. The Rochester Institute of Technology, in collaboration with several area agencies providing services to people with disabilities, has developed an embedded student program that puts students in an environment where they interact closely with clients and caregivers. These students have the opportunity to identify potential project needs and the technical background to know where engineering students may have the skills required to develop devices to meet client needs. This paper outlines this project discovery method, specifically as it applies to access technology.
