Western Carolina University’s College of Engineering and Technology has officially changed its name to the College of Engineering and implemented a new organizational structure designed to support continued growth and enhance opportunities for students, faculty, and industry partners. 

What began as a project in ET 554 Advanced 3D Metal Manufacturing continued through the summer for Alex Borrelli, a Master of Science in Engineering Technology student at Western Carolina University. The project, a detailed eagle machined from 6061 aluminum, was originally started during the spring semester.

As 3D printing becomes increasingly common in education, industry, and manufacturing, one important question remains: What happens to the plastic waste?

Students in Western Carolina University’s ENGR 493 course, “AI and Computer Vision for Smart Manufacturing,” gained hands-on experience at the intersection of artificial intelligence and robotics—preparing them for careers in a rapidly evolving industrial landscape. 

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“Our discussion evolved from the idea of building a child-sized playhouse courtroom to building a virtual courtroom,” said Crystal Jones, executive director of AWAKE Children’s Advocacy Center.