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Community-based learning in engineering. Kate Miller, Centre for Public Engagement University of Bristol. Overview of projects. 3 rd year research projects and 4 th year design projects Undergraduates interns scoped potential community placements - PowerPoint PPT Presentation

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Engineering community-based learning at the University of Bristol

Community-based learning in engineeringKate Miller, Centre for Public EngagementUniversity of Bristol

Overview of projects3rd year research projects and 4th year design projectsUndergraduates interns scoped potential community placementsContacting and liaising with community partnersCo-designing feasible projectsRecruiting academic supervisors

Why use interns?Technical knowledge of engineering problemsKnowledge of civil engineering undergraduate coursePotential to inspire their peers

Outcomes11 projects scoped with 8 community partners9 projects obtained academic supervisors6 projects (17 students) took partProjects currently being assessed

Impact on employabilityTransferable skillsCommunicationProject managementTeam and partnership workingConsideration of peoples needsImpact on employabilitySolving real-life problemsProvides transition between learning and workUnique experience