Industrial, Computing & Engineering Technologies News Articles

David R. Cotner has been named assistant dean in the School of Industrial and Engineering Technologies at Pennsylvania College of Technology. Prior to his appointment, Cotner served as department head in the college’s welding department. “We are very pleased to have Dave Cotner join the leadership team in Industrial and Engineering Technologies,” said Paul L.

The Williamsport chapter of the Society of Manufacturing Engineers held its monthly meeting at Penn College on Dec. 10. More than 30 chapter members, representing Williamsport-area industries, toured the college’s state-of-the-art digital prototyping, rapid prototyping and advanced manufacturing facilities in the College Avenue Labs building. Faculty members J.D.

Faculty members in the Electronics and Computer Engineering Technology Department within the School of Industrial and Engineering Technologies at Pennsylvania College of Technology have established a building-to-endowed scholarship.

A Pennsylvania College of Technology student was named the 2012 recipient of the Society of Plastics Engineers’ Thermoforming Division Memorial Scholarship. Harry P. Koshulsky, of Branchdale, who received the $2,000 scholarship, is pursuing a bachelor’s degree in plastics and polymer engineering technology.

Holding up his smartphone, Daniel J. Clarke recalls those who thought email was a fad and pagers were here to stay. A multiple Penn College graduate shares real-world perspective with humor and insight. Smaller devices make for a smaller world, as Clarke can interact globally without leaving Pennsylvania.

Marc E. Bridgens, dean of construction and design technologies, assesses progress Friday. Mountain stone climbs the exterior walls of the turbine-control building, rising to meet the white vinyl siding that will soon be installed. The 576-square-foot structure will be topped by a blue metal roof, matching another at the ETEC site.

While natural gas exploration throughout Pennsylvania has stirred debate in recent years, there is one issue on which most can agree: the emergence of viable employment opportunities. The natural gas sector offers rewarding career prospects, especially for those with a technical skill set.

Seven students in Pennsylvania College of Technology’s construction majors have been awarded a total of $14,500 in varied scholarships, a significant reminder of employers’ support for the college’s sought-after “degrees that work.” “It is a testament to the industries that have provided funding for the educational opportunities of our students,” said Marc E.

Michael K. Patterson addresses the crowd prior to Tuesday's unveiling. Awaiting the dropping of the tarp Lee Patterson, of Woolrich, acknowledges recognition by her son, along with (from left) Charlie Darrow, Anne Darrow Combs and Greg Bianchi. A pleasing presentation Arts committee member Mark Murawski celebrates the artist and his achievement.

Jeff B. Weaver oversees a student's cable connection in the Center for Business & Workforce Development. Students signal confirmation when their computers come online. Sandra Gorka, associate professor of computer science, offers additional mentorship. Showing the same passion that helped make him the 2006 recipient of Penn College's highest faculty honor – the Master Teacher Award – Jeff B.