CPCC STEM Profile,
Partnerships, and Projects
Spring 2016
Dean Chris Paynter
CPCC STEM Overview
• 19 A.A.S. programs in information technology and engineering technology
• Offering alignment to 14 industry certifications such as SMSCP, Cisco,
CompTIA, Microsoft, PMMI, NIMS, MSSC, Oracle
• Associate of Science and Associate in Engineering transfer degrees
• 125 Full time and 450+ part time faculty and staff
• In 2014-2015 STEM generated 5,120 FTE
German Learning and Connections
• Engineering technology division administers curriculum for European style
Apprenticship2000 partnership in mechatronics program
• Apprenticeship Charlotte utilizes mechatronics and computer integrated
machining curricula for advanced manufacturing companies
• Dual CPCC and IHK Karlsruhe certificates of competence are earned by
students in electrical engineering technology and computer integrated
machining technology programs
• Study abroad for engineering and mechatronics students to Germany
• Twelve CPCC faculty have attended certification training at Siemens Technik
Academie in Berlin between 2011 and 2016
Information Technology Curriculum Programs
• IT Business Analysis
• Database Development/Business Intelligence
• Information Assurance and Digital Forensics
• Mobile Apps Development
• Networking Technologies
• Software Development
• Cloud and Virtualization Technologies
• Web Technologies
Information Technology CCE Programs
• Install Configure Manage VMware vSphere 6.X
• Implementing Cisco IOS Network Security
• Access Data Forensics
• Encase Forensics
Engineering Technology Curriculum Programs
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Computer Integrated Machining
Biomedical Equipment Technology
Geomatics Technology
Mechatronics Engineering
Technology
• Associate of Engineering
ETAC of ABET Accredited Programs:
• Mechanical Engineering
Technology
• Civil Engineering Technology
• Electrical Engineering Technology
• Electronics Engineering Technology
• Computer Engineering Technology
Engineering Technology Continuing Education
Courses
• Integrated Systems Technology
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Electrical
Mechanical
Hydraulics/pneumatics
PLCs
Motor Control
• Machining
• Blueprint Reading
• Lathe and Mill
• CNC Lathe and Mill
• Mechatronics
• Train the Trainer
• Biomedical Technology
• Electrical and Electronics
Many State funded Customized
Training clients in advanced
manufacturing, including Siemens,
Gerdau, and Snyder’s Lance
Engineering Technology Service Corps.
Programs
• Engineering Technology Certification Center
• Custom assessments and training plans
• Summer Camps
Sciences Profile
• Biology Labs at:
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Cato
Harris
Central
• Chemistry Labs at:
• Levine
• Cato
• Central
• Other disciplines taught at most
campuses
• 25 full time faculty and 11 lab
support staff
Enrollment in Sciences
Sciences Department FTE 2009-2015
1,900.00
1,700.00
1,500.00
1,300.00
1,100.00
900.00
700.00
2009-2010
2010-2011
Biology BIO
Chemistry CHM
2011-2012
Physics PHY
2012-2013
Astronomy AST
Geology GEL
2013-2014
Geography GEO
2014-2015
Mathematics Profile
• Courses offered at all campuses
• Emporium delivery for
developmental mathematics
• Full emporiums exist at Central
and Levine
• Partial emporiums at Cato, Harper,
and Merancas
• 28 Full time faculty
Enrollment in Mathematics
Mathematics Department FTE 2009-2015
2,500.00
2,000.00
1,500.00
1,000.00
500.00
0.00
2009-2010
2010-2011
2011-2012
Math
2012-2013
Modular Developmental Math
2013-2014
2014-2015
Federal Grants
• NSF Bridges to Baccalaureate, North Carolina STEM Alliance project to
increase completion of bachelors degree by underrepresented
minorities
• DOL TAACCCT, Mechatronics Re-envisioned project to flip
instructional delivery and create digitized content of curriculum to
support advanced manufacturing in the region
• NSF S-STEM, (in proposal phase) to provide scholarships for cohorts
of STEM students transitioning to bachelors degrees
State and Private Grants
• John M. Belk Foundation
• League for Innovation Brighter Futures
• League for Innovation Significant Discussions
• Siemens Go PLM
• Bob Moss Civil Engineering Technology Program
• Duke Energy Community College Grant
Annual STEM Outreach and Events
• Passport to STEM, an open house in the ATC for middle school
students and families
• STEMersion, a two week summer camp for CMS instructors to learn
about STEM careers and academic foundations for those jobs
• Science Olympiad Invitational Tournament, a scrimmage tournament
that leads to regional and statewide Science Olympiad competition
• WTVI Regional STEM Awards, a televised awards program showcasing
excellence in K12 STEM student projects
• Advanced Manufacturing Awareness week, celebrated twice per year
for NC and federal events