National Engineering Week activities at Canada's newest university

OSHAWA, Ont. - Close to 1,000 secondary students from the Durham and Toronto area are expected to celebrate the first ever National Engineering Day at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology, next Monday, March 1. The inaugural event for our Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science is part of National Engineering Week, Feb. 28 - March 7, a Canada-wide celebration of engineering excellence.

The day's activities at Canada's newest university culminate with the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science's presentation, Robotics: from Jurassic Park to exploring the universe, featuring guest speaker Mike Schmidt, Manager, system design engineering, MD Robotics. The internationally recognized organization is known for designing Canada's Space Arm, the Canadarm; and the triceratops, a lifelike, animated dinosaur created for the Island of Adventure at Universal Studios.

The lecture will focus on the role that robotics technology plays in enhancing our everyday lives, exploring our universe, and creating thrilling, blockbuster movies and exciting attractions.

Other engineering activities include a welcome from Dr. Marc Rosen, Dean of Engineering and Applied Science, and a tour of the university campus.

Members of the media are welcome.

Date:
Monday, March 1, 2004, 1 p.m.

Location:
Campus Gymnasium
University of Ontario Institute of Technology
2000 Simcoe St. North
Oshawa

About Ontario Tech University
A modern, forwarding-thinking university, Ontario Tech advances the discovery and application of knowledge to accelerate economic growth, regional development and social innovation. We inspire and equip our students and our graduates to make a positive impact in a tech-focused world. For us, it’s not only about developing the next tech breakthrough. Understanding and integrating the social and ethical implications of technology differentiates us as university. Learn more at ontariotechu.ca.

Media contact
Oliver Fernandez
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Ontario Tech University
905.721.3111, ext. 2513
oliver.fernandez@uoit.ca