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How Do You Become an Engineer?
Length: 16:15 minutes October 10, 2010 Chris Osterholz works as a process engineer at Eclipse in Rockford,IL. He got his first introduction to manufacturing when he was just 14. He talks about the many steps in his life that took him from a 14-year old yard crew member to degreed engineer. He offers good advice for young people who may be thinking about manufacturing careers or are worried they won't find the right niche to fill in manufacturing.
Unique Career Path Began with Tinkering
Length: 15:45 minutes November 2, 2009 Liza Heinig, a patent associate at Tarolli, Sundheim, Covell & Tummino LLP in Cleveland, Ohio, got into patent law by starting as a tinkerer. She recently shared her unique story about her untraditional career path that began with fixing things as a child with NBT's Kimberly Pollard.
Blended Education Approach
Length: 12 minutes August 4, 2009 Rockford, Illinois Mayor, Larry Morrisey, discusses the need for a blended education approach to encourage a new generation of innovators and entrepreneurs.
Grant Imahara and Jim Warren at the 2008 Safety Video Shoot
Length: 9 minutes November 8, 2008 Jim Warren, Director of Education for FMA, interviews Grant Imahara of Mythbusters, while on the set at Underwriters Laboratories during the shoot of a safety video for FIRST. Grant discusses his experience as a mentor for a FIRST Robotics Team, his views on motivating today's youth about industrial careers, and even his work on Star Wars!
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