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The College of Engineering and Engineering Technology at NIU requires engineering and technology majors to complete a capstone project before graduation. The capstone offers the opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills gained in classes and labs to a real-life application of product design, system solution, or process improvement. Designated the "Senior Design Project", the capstone may be completed individually or with a small team and may involve one to three semesters of preparation, planning and implementation.
Some projects address specific requests from industry, others are innovative inventions. The projects are finalized prior to the Senior Design Presentation Day, which is scheduled at the end of both the Fall and Spring Semesters. At this event, up to 55 student projects are presented to students, administrators, faculty, parents and industry representatives-in conference format with break-out rooms. Prototypes, visuals, data, summary posters, as well as professional dress are required. The projects are assessed by departmental judging panels and first and second place awards are provided by each department.
From May 2000 to May 2006, over 1000 CEET Seniors presented at Senior Design Presentation Day. Over 410 projects and 148 company projects were completed and presented. The American Board of Engineering and Technology (ABET) has confirmed that these projects and events at NIU meet accreditation criteria. The mission of introducing real-world engineering problems to students and having them successfully completed and communicated in a professional manner is accomplished through curriculum, labs, experiences and the Senior Project. Senior Design Presentation Day is the culmination of years of hard work and study.
PLEASE NOTE: The administration of Senior Design Project Presentation Day is now managed through the CEET Associate Dean's Office!
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