College of Innovation

The College of Innovation exists to create tools to solve community  problems at scale. The College of Innovation trains students in the  industrial methods of pattern making, prototyping, and production that  they need to invent new solutions to contemporary problems, and the  College of Innovation provides the collaborative environment necessary  for great ideas to flourish. The College of Innovation includes the  Division of Automation and the Division of Process.  

Academics Covered In The College of Innovation Include:  

Math: 

Measurement and Quantitative Analysis: Utilizing mathematical  principles and calculations to ensure accurate measurements and  dimensions in pattern making, prototyping, and production processes. Data Analysis: Applying statistical analysis and mathematical modeling  to analyze and interpret data generated from automation and process  systems.  

Science: 

• Applied Science: Applying scientific principles and concepts to  understand the materials, properties, and processes involved in pattern  making, prototyping, and production. 

• Engineering Science: Exploring engineering principles related to  automation and process systems, such as mechanics,  thermodynamics, materials science, and fluid dynamics.  

Writing and Reading: 

• Technical Writing: Developing skills in writing clear and effective  technical documentation, including design specifications, project  proposals, reports, and user manuals. 

• Reading Comprehension: Engaging with technical literature, research  papers, and industry-related publications to stay updated on  advancements and best practices in automation, process  improvement, and innovation.  

Social Studies: 

• Collaboration and Teamwork: Emphasizing the importance of  collaboration and teamwork in solving community problems and  fostering an environment where great ideas can flourish.

• Ethics and Social Responsibility: Considering the ethical implications of  innovation and automation, including issues related to sustainability,  equity, and responsible use of technology. 

• Societal Impact: Examining the social, economic, and environmental  impact of industrial methods, automation, and process improvement  on communities and society at large.

Division of Automation Manifesto

Mission Statement:
The Division of Automation exists to solve community problems at the scale of project teams, the Innovative Minds Academy, the city, the nation, and even the world at large by using automation techniques and technologies to automate or simplify tasks that are boring, dangerous, repetitive, or impossible for humans otherwise. Our aim is to improve the quality of life for many people while doing no harm.

Methods:
In order to achieve this ambitious goal, the Division of Automation will spread knowledge of computer programming (as a pattern making, prototyping, and production chain), electronic actuators, and human process automation. The Division of Automation will support student projects and sponsor projects which play a role in education, manufacturing, communication, and entertainment, among others.

Division of Process Manifesto

Mission Statement:
The Division of Process exists to solve community problems by putting the power of invention into the hands of students and community members. The Division of Process enables individuals to solve their own problems by developing their own tools and assistive technologies. The inventions produced in the Division of Process are distributed so the world can benefit from our work.

Methods:
The Division of Process focuses on design in three steps: pattern making, prototyping, and production. The Division of Process disburses knowledge about computer-aided design, rapid prototyping technologies, and manufacturing technologies in a variety of materials. The Division of Process sponsors or supports projects that involve design of assistive technologies among others, and the Division of Process partners with the Division of Automation to invent autonomous solutions to everyday problems.