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STCC Awarded $1.15M From National Science Foundation

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SPRINGFIELD, Mass., Sept. 25, 2018 — The National Science Foundation has awarded two separate grants to Springfield Technical Community College to enhance education in cutting-edge internet technology and advanced photonics. The college received $599,388 to develop “The Internet of Things Education Project” and $551,202 to develop “Problem-Based Learning in Advanced Photonics Manufacturing Education.” Both grants are designed to support three-year projects that will prepare and inspire students to enter careers in growing science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields. ...Read full article

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    Published: September 2018
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    photonics
    The technology of generating and harnessing light and other forms of radiant energy whose quantum unit is the photon. The science includes light emission, transmission, deflection, amplification and detection by optical components and instruments, lasers and other light sources, fiber optics, electro-optical instrumentation, related hardware and electronics, and sophisticated systems. The range of applications of photonics extends from energy generation to detection to communications and...
    internet of things
    The internet of things (IoT) refers to a network of interconnected physical devices, vehicles, appliances, and other objects embedded with sensors, actuators, software, and network connectivity. These devices collect and exchange data with each other through the internet, enabling them to communicate, share information, and perform various tasks without the need for direct human intervention. Key characteristics and components of the internet of things include: Connectivity: IoT...
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