Energy Invitational

Engineering Design students have the opportunity to participate in the Energy Invitational Competition through Vital Link.  Students build a vehicle from the group up or by modifying existing vehicles using a combination of energy sources.  As students build their operational prototypes, they acquire an understanding of electrical and mechanical engineering, aerodynamics, physics, materials science, alternative fuels, statistics, algebra, CAD/3D printing, technology, and fabrication.  Students also learn about entrepreneurship, marketing, and general management skills.  Students work with industry professional mentors on developing a design for their energy-efficient vehicle.   Final designs are presented to a panel of judges. Each team explains their development skills in manufacturing and assembling, computer modeling, engineering, analysis, research, and testing.