Department of Automotive Engineering at Clemson University International Center for Automotive Research Dr. Imtiaz Haque Executive Director and Founding Chair
CU-ICAR IS PART OF CLEMSON UNIVERSITY S ROADMAP FOR THE FUTURE Leadership and Entrepreneurship Advanced Materials Automotive and Transportation Technology Biotechnology and Biomedical Sciences Information and Communication Technology Sustainable Environment General Education Based on a need for advanced technology development and applied systems-based engineering education, Clemson University developed a concept for a research and academic automotive center.
Department of Automotive Engineering Founded August 2010 Automotive Engineering is Multi-Disciplinary Disciplines represented are ME, ECE, Computer Science, Business, Psychology 19 Faculty (4 Endowed Chairs) 14 Staff (Part and Full Time) 90,000 Sq Ft. Building Only Department of it s kind at Graduate Level in US
Strategic Research/Development Areas Ultra Lightweight Vehicles
Integrated Industry-Academic Research Model Translational and Applied Research High value placed on industrial research Tight integration of industry partners with faculty Students and faculty imbedded in manufacturing facilities Industry mentors used in courses as well as on thesis committees Effective technology transfer Student internships, hiring
TALENT DEVELOPMENT
The Industry Clamor: The Right Talent Summary of Interviews with Automakers and Suppliers on Talent*: - Experiential Learning is KEY to preparing the future workforce - Technical Competence ~ Baseline expectation * Center for Automotive Research Emphasize : - Emerging Core Technologies, merger of disciplines - Teamwork and Communication Skills - Business Skills - Global/cultural awareness - Real World case studies - Problem Solving
Industry-driven Graduate Programs With A Focus On Accelerated Product Development And Systems Integration MS in Automotive Engineering Ph.D. in Automotive Engineering Program Characteristics: Curriculum developed in collaboration with industry Strong industry-student interaction through targeted internships Faculty with industry experience and industry feedback strongly solicited Graduates to date: 22 Ph.D, 147 MS 93% employed in automotive industry
Program Honors Produced 1 st PhD (male and female) in US in Automotive Engineering Automotive Engineering designated DOE GATE Center of Excellence in Sustainable Vehicle Systems Focused on the development of new powertrain technologies One of 7 centers in US Penn State, Ohio State, Purdue University, University of Michigan, University of Colorado, University of Alabama, Birmingham
OUR CURRICULUM: COMBINING TECHNICAL DEPTH AND BREADTH BOOK SMART meets STREET SMART
Deep Orange Innovations in Automotive Engineering 11
Initiative and Entrepreneurialism Greater Innovation and Creativity Curiosity and Imagination Stronger Professional Skills Practice based Engineering Experience Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Technical Depth Specialization More Flexible Curricula Agility and Adaptability New Balance of Faculty Skills Reinventing Engineering Education.
Solving a Grand Challenge. Applying Knowledge. Learn.
What Does the Customer Want? Start: Market Analyses. Customers. Value Proposition.
Ideation: Creativity. Curiosity. Exploration. Imagination.
Team Work. Critical Thinking and Problem Solving.
Rational & Emotional. Left Brain meets Right Brain.
Hands-on experience 19
Taking Risks. Learning via Trial and Error.
Industry Participation. Collaborative Vehicle Design.
Innovation = Implementation of Invention.
Proven Innovations.
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Proven Innovators. Changing the World.
Innovation: Twin-Engine Hybrid Powertrain Architecture 3 80 kw Electric RWD 2.4 kwh LiPo Battery 105 kw ICE FWD Acceleration 0-60 mph: 7.5s Top speed: 125 mph EPA fuel consumption city/highway: 42/49 mpg Cruising range: 350 miles 26
3 Low Capital/Low Environmental Impact Manufacturing Investment: Body-in-White Folded out of Origami Aluminum Finite Element Analyses (torsion)
3 Innovation: 6-Seater Interior Concept in a Sports Car 28
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Leader Deep Knowledge Big Picture Collaborator Curious A Different Kind of Engineer Ethical Creative Multi-Disciplinary Respectful Reinventing Engineering Education.
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