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Date: June 22-27, 2007
Venue: Marine Institute and the Institute for Ocean Technology, Memorial University, St. John’s, Newfoundland, Canada
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Overview: The MATE Center and the Marine Technology Society’s ROV Committee are organizing the 6th annual international student ROV design and building competition. In recognition of the International Polar Year (IPY), the competition will focus on polar science and exploration. The MATE Center is working to develop a competition scenario that highlights polar regions and reflects the challenges that scientists and engineers face when working in these environments.
The goals of the 2007 competition are to: |
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Increase the awareness and visibility of marine technical fields, educational and career opportunities, and potential employers. |
| Help students develop the skills necessary to enter careers in technical fields. These skills include the ability to work as a team, problem solve, think critically, troubleshoot, communicate effectively, and manage projects. |
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Connect students and educators with employers and working professionals. These connections result in collaborations where professionals mentor the students, complementing what they are learning in the classroom, and employers have the opportunity to evaluate the students as potential employees. |
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Highlight the science, history, and culture of polar regions and the impact these regions have on global climate. |
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