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For the week of February 5th, 2010
@COE is published every Friday. Be sure to check out the news for this issue as well as the Career Services dedicated student version
Please send your submissions for @COE to Kim Cowart in the Engineering Communications Office at [log in to unmask].
Faculty News and Announcements
Dr. Baoshan Huang, an associate professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, was named as the Chairman of the Bituminous Materials Committee (BMC) of the American Society for Civil Engineers (ASCE) for the term 2010 – 2012. The BMC is a technical committee funded by the ASCE Construction Institute (CI). As a technical leading organization, the committee has been actively involved in developing new technology and in promoting technology transfer related to asphalt paving materials as well as other materials of bituminous nature.
Attention COE Seniors: Senior Gift 2010
Senior Gift 2010 is especially important, as your gift will benefit your fellow engineers via the College Fund for Engineering. The College Fund for Engineering has recently served as a crucial resource for college-wide programming such as Engage, expanded advising services, and the Pre-Collegiate Scholars Program as well as for purchasing specialized equipment and facility renovations.
In addition, a Senior Gift in support of the College Fund for Engineering will allow the college to seize future opportunities and jump-start future initiatives. Please consider joining your classmates in support of Senior Gift 2010. Your Senior Gift will not only serve the immediate needs of engineering students, but it will set a wonderful example for other seniors, graduate students, underclassmen and future engineering students.
Please visit the Office of Engineering Development in 120 or 121 Perkins Hall in order to make a Senior Gift via check or credit card or contact them via email at [log in to unmask] for more information.
Reliability and Maintainability Conference:
Free for UT faculty and full-time students!
MARCON 2010, the Reliability and Maintainability Conference sponsored by the COE’s own Reliability & Maintainability Center (RMC), is being held February 15-18, 2010 at the Knoxville Marriott. The conference has three outstanding keynote speakers, some 30 presenters, an exhibit area and five focused workshops. The keynoters are:
Dr. Michael Pecht of the University of Maryland, speaking on "What is Happening with Electronic Product Reliability."
Mr. Hugh Blackwood of Alcoa, speaking on "Identifying & Sharing Global Best Practices."
Mr. Brad Berkson of Joshua Capital, LLC. (formerly Program Director in the Office of the Secretary of Defense, and Undersecretary of Defense for Logistics and Material Readiness) speaking on "Logistics Effectiveness in an Environment of Declining Defense Budgets."
UT faculty and full time students are may attend the keynote addresses and conference presentations and tour the Exhibit Area free, but meals and workshops are only offered for registered attendees. Complete conference information can be found at [log in to unmask].
If you would like to visit the conference, please pre-register with the RMC by downloading a registration form at www.RMC.utk.edu/marcon.
Office of Professional Practice Spotlight
Upcoming Events
Office of Professional Practice spring event dates have been set. Students are encouraged to mark their calendars now so they don’t miss out on these opportunities!
Resume Workshops
Feb. 10: 5:00 p.m. 216 Perkins
Feb. 24: 5:00 p.m. 216 Perkins
Students attending will learn how to format their resume specifically for co-op and internship employers. Give yourself an edge on the competition by catering to co-op and internship employers so your resume will stand out at the Engineering Fair. Students are encouraged to bring their resume to have it reviewed and receive personalized recommendations. Resume templates will be available at the workshops, or may be obtained anytime by sending an email request to [log in to unmask]
Interview Schedule Deadline
Feb. 19: Last day to schedule interviews before the fair
February 19 is the last day for students to schedule interviews before the engineering fair. Interviews are scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis; those wishing to interview are encouraged to make an appointment with their co-op / internship advisor well in advance (as early as mid-January) to maximize their opportunities.
Interview Workshop
March 1: 5:00 27 Alumni Memorial Building
Learn what employers want to see and hear during an interview, and brush up on interviewing skills before attending the Engineering Fair.
Spring Engineering Fair
March 4:4 to 7 p.m. UC Ballroom
Engineering students are invited to attend dressed for success to discuss opportunities with business partners from corporate America. All engineering students are encouraged to attend for networking opportunities and potential interviews from employers who are completing their own interview schedules.
Interview Day
March 5: Neyland Stadium East Skyboxes
Engineering Fair interviews will be held in the Neyland Stadium East Skyboxes; students with interviews should enter at Gate 26, next to Estabrook Hall.
For more information on any of these events, or the engineering co-op/internship program, contact the Office of Professional Practice at [log in to unmask] or 865-974-5323.
Office of Professional Practice Student Feature
Chad Sutton is an aerospace engineering major who accepted a co-op position with NASA Marshall Space Flight Center.
During his fall 2009 rotation, Chad said “I am a second term co-op with NASA Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama. My primary field of study is aerospace engineering, primarily applied to liquid propulsion systems.
“I am currently working in the Combustion Devices Design & Development group, where our primary task is just that – the design and development of combustion devices. Basically, the way it works is that we are given a set of requirements, which we then come up with a design for, model, fabricate and test our hardware. For anyone who loves smoke and fire, it doesn't get any better than this!
“The co-op program has been the best decision I could have made toward a successful career. I have made very high-up contacts, proven myself in the workforce, and have seen the practical application side of what I have learned in books. I highly recommend this for all engineering students!”
For information on engineering co-op and internship assignments, contact the Office of Professional Practice at [log in to unmask] or 865-974-5323.
Faculty Appreciation Week
The University of Tennessee will be hosting a series of events during Faculty Appreciation Week, February 17-23, 2010. For more information, click here
Student Opportunities
Interested in becoming a College of Engineering Student Ambassador? The application for the CoE Student Ambassadors is up and ready to go. Students can find it here: Take a look!
Applicants should print out the application and bring it in person to the Engineering Advising Office, 202 Estabrook. The advising office is accepting applications until February 17 at noon.
If you are responsible and have good leadership, social and speaking skills, please consider applying.
College of Engineering Student Ambassadors…
Represent and take pride in the College of Engineering!
Are enthusiastic about Engineering!
Demonstrate leadership, social and communication skills!
Want to give back to the community!
Receive a scholarship for their volunteer work!
Interested in studying abroad later this year? Check out the International Summer School in Science and Engineering in Lyon, France. Information about a course in “Introductory Lean Management” is now available.
The deadline for students to apply is Feb. 15, 2010 for this coming summer 2010. Students can also find out more at the UT Study Abroad web site. An information page for the program is located on the site. Students can also meet in person with Heather Lynn Grigsby, Programs Abroad Coordinator I in the Center for International Education at UT to discuss this opportunity. Please call 974-3177 to set up an appointment or e-mail [log in to unmask].
Career Services Announcements
So, You Want to Work in Oak Ridge?
Co-Sponsors: UT Career Services and Oak Ridge Economic Partnership
Employer/Corporate Participants: DOE, ORNL, B & W Y-12, ORAU/ORISE, SAIC, Energy Solutions, Oak Ridge Energy Corridor
This workshop will give students of all majors the opportunity to learn about the many employment opportunities (full-time, part-time, seasonal, internships) in Oak Ridge, TN and how to find and successfully apply for those positions. Designed for the freshman through the graduate student, learn how you can get started on your search for an Oak Ridge job!
The workshop will begin with a brief overview by Gerald Boyd, Manager of the US Department of Energy (DOE) in Oak Ridge to help you understand the DOE operations. This will be followed by a question and answer session with a panel of leading Oak Ridge employers who will address areas such as security clearances, opportunities for BS/BA, MS/MBA and PhD degrees in a variety of majors, future hiring needs, international student hiring, when and how to start preparing for an Oak Ridge job search and tips for success when applying and interviewing.
Don’t miss this opportunity to discover career opportunities and tips for successfully landing a job in Oak Ridge!
Tuesday, February 16, 2010 at 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Location: University Center Shiloh Room
Contact: Career Services
Email: [log in to unmask]
Phone: 865-974-5435
Website: http://career.utk.edu/
Please e-mail Leslie Fox at [log in to unmask] with any questions about Career Services.
Save the Date
Faculty will be receiving an official invitation to this event next week. Watch your e-mail!
To: College of Engineering Faculty
What: Appreciation Luncheon
Menu: Herb Salad Wrap, Stuffed Filet (served medium – must request for well-done on RSVP form) with Crab and Sautéed Asparagus, Rolls with Butter, Carrot Cake, Iced Tea, Water and Coffee
Vegetarian option available upon request with RSVP
Where: University Center Executive Dining Room, Room 337
When: Thursday, March 4, 2010, 12:00 - 1:30 p.m.
Sponsored by: The University of Tennessee Career Services Office and Siemens Energy
In sincere appreciation of your support in assisting us in helping students make the transition from college to career, we invite you to attend this luncheon and brief energy presentation by Siemens.
Seating is limited to 44 faculty/Dress is casual - business casual
RSVP by Wednesday, February 24th
If you have submissions for @COE, the college's electronic newsletter, please send them to Kim Cowart at [log in to unmask] by 12:00 noon on Thursdays.