Description
In this professional development event, pre-engineering and robotics educators learned how to align their programs with current industry demands. The event covered how automated production systems are shaping workforce needs and included a hands-on robot programming workshop with Universal Robots and Mobile Industrial Robots to experience real-world applications. The event also highlighted how modern robotics equipment supports workforce development initiatives to help students build industry-ready skills that employers are actively seeking.
Speakers
Kevin Cabaniss, Universal Robots
With over five years of experience in technical education and robotics sales, Kevin is passionate about bringing the technologies of tomorrow into today's classroom. Currently serving as the North American Channel Development Manager for Educational programs at Universal Robots, Kevin helps implement UR's vision for hands-on, industry relevant robotics training to schools across the country.
Christopher Savoia, Global Head of the UR+ Ecosystem at Universal Robots
With a background in product development, engineering, and sales, Christopher leads the UR+ Program, which tests and approves 3rd party products for the Universal Robots platform. Chris has participated in the robot safety standards since 2019. He is also the host of the ReAutomated podcast, where he explores the future of collaborative automation with thought leaders across the robotics landscape.
Kyle Havey, Applications Engineer, Mobile Cobot product expert, for Teradyne Robotics.
Kyle has 6 years experience in the traditional and mobile robotics space.
Agenda
8:30-9:30 Arrival, Coffee, Networking
9:30-9:45 Welcome and Introduction, David Kempskie - AET Labs
9:45-10:15 Robotics in Education - Kevin Cabaniss
10:15-10:30 Robotics Applications and Industry Trends - Chris Savoia
10:30-11 Break, Networking
11-11:30 The Future of Mobile Robotics - Kyle Havey
11:30-12 Lunch
12-12:30 Robotics Application Demos
12:30-2 UR Hands-on Demos of Curriculum
