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Techday NZ
4 days ago
- Business
- Techday NZ
Siemens gains ABET recognition for circular economy credential
Siemens Digital Industries Software has received recognition from ABET for its 'Design for the Circular Economy (Sustainable Operations pathway)' microcredential, marking the first time an industry credential has been recognised by ABET under its Certificate Recognition Standards. The microcredential was developed through a collaboration between Siemens and the University of Colorado Boulder and is designed to equip technical professionals with the necessary skills and knowledge to contribute to sustainability initiatives and prepare for leadership roles in professional sustainability fields. The programme comprises a nine-course pathway that underwent a rigorous quality assurance review process by ABET, resulting in the microcredential successfully achieving full recognition. ABET is an ISO 9001 certified agency responsible for accrediting STEM academic programmes and recognising industry credentials worldwide. Siemens participated in an ABET pilot study that sought to help formalise new quality assurance standards for industry credentials. The company's involvement facilitated the creation and refinement of these standards as ABET seeks to broaden its scope to recognise non-traditional forms of learning and credentialing for STEM professionals. Dora Smith, Senior Director, Future Workforce and Academic Strategy at Siemens Digital Industries Software, commented, "Siemens is proud to be the first industrial software company to achieve ABET recognition. Our credential program bridges the gap between academia and industry, and this is a key milestone that illustrates how rigorous quality assurance standards are being met for learning and delivery. ABET's recognition demonstrates Siemens' leadership in driving change in engineering education. We look forward to partnering with academia to integrate credentials that support industry readiness and set a new standard in learning to accelerate the development of the engineering workforce of the future." Jessica Silwick, Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating Officer of ABET, highlighted the importance of quality assurance for industry credentials amidst an evolving technological landscape. She stated, "As the landscape of technology and industry continues to evolve rapidly, ABET's quality assurance of industry credentials plays a key role in enabling learners to gain essential skills and knowledge through high-quality, flexible, accessible programs that meet robust standards for learning. Siemens' collaboration in the credential recognition pilot has allowed ABET to test its credential standards and review process with a leading industry partner. The engagement and feedback from Siemens throughout the process helped to evolve both the standards and the process of review and recognition." Dr Michael Gazarik, Faculty Director of the Lockheed Martin Engineering Management Program at the University of Colorado Boulder, described the value of accredited online credentials for professional advancement. "Online credentials empower learners to advance their careers by gaining valuable skills and knowledge on their own terms. Accredited certificates, like those developed by Siemens, give individuals confidence that they are staying on the leading edge of competitive fields," he said. The Siemens microcredential is one of the first to undergo ABET's newly established Certificate Recognition Standards, which are designed to ensure that industry certificates meet rigorous criteria for curriculum, delivery, assessment, and outcomes. The recognition by ABET is seen as an indication that rigorous industry credentials can be incorporated into engineering education and workforce development strategies. Siemens Digital Industries Software produces a range of digital transformation solutions for organisations through its Siemens Xcelerator business platform, supporting areas including design, engineering, and manufacturing. The company's programmes, such as the newly recognised microcredential, are part of its efforts to develop a skilled workforce prepared for the demands of the transition to more sustainable operations and products within engineering and related fields.
Time of India
25-04-2025
- Science
- Time of India
The Asia University Ranking 2025 Declared KIIT Rises to 184th Position in Asia; 8th in India
Like every year, the Times Higher Education (THE) Asia University Rankings have been announced, and KIIT Deemed to be University, Bhubaneswar has once again achieved a remarkable position. In the 2025 edition, KIIT has secured the 184th rank in Asia, marking a significant improvement from last year's position of 196. This advancement reaffirms KIIT's steady progress and its growing recognition in the realm of global academic excellence. With this latest ranking, KIIT is the 8th best university in India among government and private institutions. It has attained this status by surpassing numerous prestigious Indian institutions. It also retained its distinction as the top-ranked Deemed University in Eastern and Northern India. Further, in the Sports Science subject, KIIT is ranked 2nd in India. This year's rankings feature 853 universities from 35 countries/territories. It assesses their research, teaching, knowledge transfer and international outlook. The rankings, which are based on 18 performance indicators, are relied on by students, academics, policymakers and industry leaders worldwide. Prof. Achyuta Samanta, Founder of KIIT, KISS, and KIMS, expressed heartfelt gratitude to the dedicated faculty, staff, students, alumni, and well-wishers who have played a pivotal role in this achievement. 'This recognition reflects the collective efforts and the mission-driven spirit that define KIIT. We share this success with every individual who believes in our values,' he stated. KIIT has consistently featured in prestigious global rankings, including the THE World University Rankings and QS Rankings. The university has also earned major international accreditations such as IET, ABET, and others, further solidifying its position as a global centre of excellence in higher education. It is worth highlighting that despite being only 27 years old, KIIT has outperformed several well-established institutions on the list, many of which have been around for over 50 years. Additionally, it is worth noting that KIIT received its deemed-to-be-university status only 21 years ago. For real-time updates, follow our AP SSC 10th Result 2025 Live Blog.
The Hindu
25-04-2025
- Sport
- The Hindu
THE Asia University Ranking 2025 Declared KIIT Rises to 184th Position in Asia; 8th in India
Like every year, the Times Higher Education (THE) Asia University Rankings have been announced, and KIIT Deemed to be University, Bhubaneswar has once again achieved a remarkable position. In the 2025 edition, KIIT has secured the 184th rank in Asia, marking a significant improvement from last year's position of 196. This advancement reaffirms KIIT's steady progress and its growing recognition in the realm of global academic excellence. With this latest ranking, KIIT is the 8th best university in India among government and private institutions. It has attained this status by surpassing numerous prestigious Indian institutions. It also retained its distinction as the top-ranked Deemed University in Eastern and Northern India. Further, in the Sports Science subject, KIIT is ranked 2nd in India. This year's rankings feature 853 universities from 35 countries/territories. It assesses their research, teaching, knowledge transfer and international outlook. The rankings, which are based on 18 performance indicators, are relied on by students, academics, policymakers and industry leaders worldwide. Prof. Achyuta Samanta, Founder of KIIT, KISS, and KIMS, expressed heartfelt gratitude to the dedicated faculty, staff, students, alumni, and well-wishers who have played a pivotal role in this achievement. 'This recognition reflects the collective efforts and the mission-driven spirit that define KIIT. We share this success with every individual who believes in our values,' he stated. KIIT has consistently featured in prestigious global rankings, including the THE World University Rankings and QS Rankings. The university has also earned major international accreditations such as IET, ABET, and others, further solidifying its position as a global centre of excellence in higher education. It is worth highlighting that despite being only 27 years old, KIIT has outperformed several well-established institutions on the list, many of which have been around for over 50 years. Additionally, it is worth noting that KIIT received its deemed-to-be-university status only 21 years ago. 'This article is part of sponsored content programme.'
Yahoo
04-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Rose-Hulman professor honored with natonal award
Rose-Hulman professor Patsy Brackin has been recognized with the Kate Gleason Award from the American Society of Mechanical Engineers Foundation for her contributions to the engineering profession. Brackin, a mechanical engineering professor and engineering design program director at Rose, received the award at the ASME Foundation's recent Reinventing the Future 2025 event in Washington. The Gleason Award was established in 2011 by the ASME Foundation to annually honor a female engineer who has had a lifetime of achievement in the engineering profession or is a highly successful entrepreneur in the field of engineering. Brackin, a member of the Rose-Hulman mechanical engineering faculty since 1995, started the institute's engineering design program in 2018, and led it to achieving accreditation status in 2023 for meeting quality standards from ABET's Engineering Accreditation Commission. The program received ABET's Innovation Award in 2024 for bringing new dimensions to improve students' technical educational experience. A licensed professional engineer, Brackin primarily teaches undergraduate courses in design and creativity at Rose-Hulman. Brackin earned distinction as an ASME Fellow in 2016 and an ABET Fellow in 2020, two of the engineering profession's highest honors. Brackin earned bachelor's and master's degrees in nuclear engineering from the University of Tennessee and added a doctorate in mechanical engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology. She worked as a design engineer with the Chicago Bridge & Iron Company and has spent an academic sabbatical leave as a project engineer with Eli Lilly and Company.
Associated Press
03-04-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Rose-Hulman Professor Patsy Brackin Honored Nationally as Female Engineer Making Significant Career Contributions
Director of Groundbreaking Engineering Design Program Receives ASME Foundation's Distinguished Kate Gleason Award 'The growing popularity of our Engineering Design program is a testament to Patsy's passion to ensure that our students have the essential skills to make a difference in their chosen career fields.' — Robert A. Coons, Rose-Hulman President TERRE HAUTE, IN, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 / / -- Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Mechanical Engineering professor and Engineering Design program director Patsy Brackin, PhD, has been recognized with the distinguished Kate Gleason Award from the American Society of Mechanical Engineers Foundation, for her outstanding contributions to the engineering profession. Brackin received the award at the ASME Foundation's recent Reinventing the Future 2025 event in Washington, D.C. The Gleason Award was established in 2011 by the ASME Foundation to annually honor a female engineer who has had a lifetime of achievement in the engineering profession or is a highly successful entrepreneur in the field of engineering. Kate Gleason was the first woman welcomed into the ASME organization as a full member, paving the way for other women to enter and thrive in the field of engineering. Brackin, a member of the Rose-Hulman mechanical engineering faculty since 1995, started the Institute's groundbreaking Engineering Design program in 2018, and led it to achieving accreditation status in 2023 for meeting quality standards from ABET's Engineering Accreditation Commission. The program received ABET's Innovation Award in 2024 for bringing new dimensions to improve students' technical educational experience. Rose-Hulman President Robert A. Coons stated, 'The growing popularity of our Engineering Design program is a testament to Patsy's passion to ensure that our students have the essential skills to make a difference in their chosen career fields. We are proud that the ASME Foundation has taken notice of Patsy's dedication to engineering and engineering education by honoring her with this year's women in engineering career achievement award.' A licensed professional engineer, Brackin primarily teaches undergraduate courses in design and creativity at Rose-Hulman, has helped mentor thousands of Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Design students in design projects throughout their college careers, and formerly led Rose-Hulman's Operation Catapult summer program for high school students interested in exploring their STEM interests. Brackin earned distinction as an ASME Fellow in 2016 and an ABET Fellow in 2020, two of the engineering profession's highest honors, for her career achievements in undergraduate engineering education. She has led the development and approval of Engineering Accreditation Commission criteria changes, worked with global faculty colleagues on several commission committees, and been an ABET program evaluator, team chair, and member of the Executive Committee. Brackin also has made numerous presentations and workshops for ABET and ASME and their members. Brackin earned bachelor's and master's degrees in nuclear engineering from the University of Tennessee and added a doctorate in mechanical engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology. She worked as a design engineer with the Chicago Bridge & Iron Company and has spent an academic sabbatical leave as a project engineer with Eli Lilly and Company. About Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, located on a scenic 1,300-acre campus in Terre Haute, Indiana, is home to 2,300+ students from 47 states and 33 countries. Consistently ranked among the nation's top undergraduate STEM colleges, Rose-Hulman delivers a strong return on investment from day one. Students collaborate with esteemed faculty in labs and innovation centers equipped with cutting-edge technology—opportunities often reserved for graduate students elsewhere. With nearly 100% career placement for two decades, Rose-Hulman prepares graduates for success. Founded in 1874, Rose-Hulman offers a vibrant student experience with a close-knit campus community, nationally recognized competition teams, 20 NCAA Division III sports, 90+ student clubs, and 12 fraternities and sororities. Learn more at MEDIA CONTACT: Dale H. Long | Executive Editor and Director of Media Relations Office of Communications and Marketing 5500 Wabash Avenue | Terre Haute, IN 47803-3999 Phone: 812.877.8418 | Cell: 812.208.5615 [email protected] Dale Long Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology +1 812-877-8418 [email protected] Legal Disclaimer:
