The Center for the Advancement of Science, Technology, and Innovation (CASTI) as a Framework for STEM Education & Training: Northeast Campus STEM Task Force at Tarrant County College District.

1. An Integrated, Multi-disciplinary
Model for STEM Preparedness
The Center for the Advancement of Science,
Technology, and Innovation (CASTI) as a Framework for
STEM Education & Training:
Northeast Campus STEM Task Force
Tarrant County College District
Heart of North Texas Business Conference
04 November 2016

2. INSPIRATION
IMAGINATION
PASSION
OPPORTUNITY
Revisit – Rethink – Reinvent - Reward

3. WHY TARRANT COUNTY?
WHY CASTI?
WHY TCC?
Texas is 2nd in the country for the highest STEM-related
job growth, yet degrees awarded is low in comparison. Yet
ranked 19th nationally in science & technology
education.
Tarrant County has the fourth highest population growth
in the U.S., primarily Hispanic and other minority seeking
job opportunities.
Robust growth rate ~ 25% over the next decade
Professional & dedicated, multidisciplinary faculty & staff

4.  Recognition of interconnection between pre-college, post-
secondary, professional & workforce needs
 Challenging & Competitive Content & Curriculum
(national & state standards)
 Collaborative/inquiry-based / interactive learning
environment
 Defined outcomes/assessment
 Recognition (portable/transferable)
 Sustained commitment
 Community outreach & support
 Understanding link between math, science, technology,
and non-science disciplines beneficial to the community
CASTI Foundations

5. Working Together
The Northeast CASTI model brings together humanities and STEM
disciplines (along with business, and other non-humanities)
in dialogue and collaboration.
STEM “What" and “How“
Humanities & Social Sciences “Why" ; Skills to communicate
Physical & Life Sciences, Mathematics, Computer Science,
English, Education, Communications, Workforce Development,
Music, Art, Business, Communications, Library & Media
Services, (Legal, Advisement Services, et.al.)

6. CASTI Model Summary
Comprehensive tiered, integrated program approach to
educational, enterprise, and workforce market segments
Foundational STEM programs are multi-disciplinary and based
national/state standards and trends
Structured for growth & scalability
Based on strong community, academic, & workforce partnerships
Ease of robust/embedded analytics
Revenue center
‘Brands’ TCCD as a leader in STEM – locally, regionally, & nationally
Signature identity for TCCD and the community
Faculty-driven/Administration shared mission/governance
Transformational (mind the gap!)

7. Additive Manufacturing – 3D Printing

8. Converge Conference & Expo
“An Inside Look at Tissue Engineering - The World
of Bioprinting”
Dr. Mathew Varkey, Research Fellow Wake
Forest Institute for Regenerative Medicine

9. This Year’s Exhibitors

10. The 2nd Annual Converge Conference & Expo – March 24, 2017
In March 2017, want to provide a morning session that focuses on our
college Veterans and STEM. We will invite our local aerospace companies to
support this event. Furthermore, we would like to include more exhibitors
from businesses in Tarrant County.
Dr. Varkey will also facilitate a special session on tissue engineering and
specialized medical careers for students from TABS, our NE ECHS, and a
select group of students from the NE Campus.

11. We’ve Been Invited to Wake Forest
I’m delighted to learn of you and your students
interest in WFIRM’s 3rd annual Regenerative
Medicine Essentials course.
The primary objective of the RME course is to
provide a state-of-the-art review of various
aspects of regenerative medicine as well as an
opportunity to network and meet leading
professionals in the field.
Joan F. Schanck, MPA
Academic Research Program Officer
Wake Forest Institute for Regenerative
Medicine
RME 2016 Course Manager

12. New Opportunities
Hi Professor Kucera,
It was nice meeting you at SFF last week. This email is just to let you know that
you have an open invitation to visit us at the Keck Center. Please let me know
whether you are passing by El Paso or decide to dedicate a visit to the center
and we can tour you around our facility.
Jorge Mireles
W.M. Keck Center for 3D Innovation
The University of Texas at El Paso
Office: 915-747-6837
Cell: 915-328-9279

13. New Opportunities

14. Tier 3 – STEM & Additive Manufacturing
The Science Behind 3D Printing starts as a series of Continuing Education courses and
develops into a Certification Program for Industry & the Medical Field.
*1st Expo - Illustrate community interest in this technology. Develop Partnerships.
*3D Printing Expo 2017 – March 24 at the Trinity River Campus
The Science Behind 3D Printing – Continuing Education Series

15. Northeast Campus 3D Design Programs
3D Design Courses
• DFTG 1000 – Intro to Solid Modeling & 3D Printing
 Jan/Feb, 2017 – Saturday mornings – 5 weeks
 April, 2017 – Mon/Wed evenings – 3 weeks
• DFTG 2011 – 3D Printing Innovation & Design
 Feb/Mar and May, 2017 – Tues/Thurs afternoons – 4 weeks
Credit: Peter Mathews, The
Collegian

16. Northeast Campus 3D Design Programs
3D Design Lab
• Bottom floor of NE Campus Library (NLIB 1115)
 Multiple printers & tabletop scanner
• Lab Expo Dates
• Student Support Schedule
 Tues/Thurs – 1-4 pm
 Innovation & Design students
 Undergraduate students – multi-disciplinary
Credit:PeterMathews,TheCollegian
Credit:PeterMathews,TheCollegian

17. QUESTIONS & DISCUSSION