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Gary R. Bertoline

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6-6-2017 12:00 AM

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Short Abstract:

The 21st Century version of the Polytechnic is focused on the integration of technology and systems thinking. Polytechnics are applied by nature as is the research, which is less theoretical than found in Science and Engineering. A sound rationale for the type of research conducted in Polytechnics will be presented.

Full Abstract:

The 21st Century version of the Polytechnic is focused on the integration of technology and systems thinking. It is applied by nature and the research is also applied and less theoretical than found in Science and Engineering. When looking at Pasteur’s quadrant or the Revised Dynamic Model and with an understanding for the historical context and definition for each quadrant, it is clear that the faculty and students in Polytechnics should be focused on research that falls within use-inspired basic research (Pasteur) and pure applied research (Edison). This research is inspired for a practical end that aligns perfectly with engineering technology or applied engineering as a discipline.

Faculty in Polytechnics engaged in Discovery have many opportunities to engage in research which is use inspired; that is with a specific end goal in mind that will solve problems or enhance existing techniques and processes. Faculty in Polytechnics engaged in Discovery aslo have many opportunities to engage in research that is purely applied in nature where the specific goal is to apply technology in novel ways to solve problems, extend existing technology, or create new technologies.

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Jun 6th, 12:00 AM

The Rationale and Definition of Applied Research in Polytechnics

Short Abstract:

The 21st Century version of the Polytechnic is focused on the integration of technology and systems thinking. Polytechnics are applied by nature as is the research, which is less theoretical than found in Science and Engineering. A sound rationale for the type of research conducted in Polytechnics will be presented.

Full Abstract:

The 21st Century version of the Polytechnic is focused on the integration of technology and systems thinking. It is applied by nature and the research is also applied and less theoretical than found in Science and Engineering. When looking at Pasteur’s quadrant or the Revised Dynamic Model and with an understanding for the historical context and definition for each quadrant, it is clear that the faculty and students in Polytechnics should be focused on research that falls within use-inspired basic research (Pasteur) and pure applied research (Edison). This research is inspired for a practical end that aligns perfectly with engineering technology or applied engineering as a discipline.

Faculty in Polytechnics engaged in Discovery have many opportunities to engage in research which is use inspired; that is with a specific end goal in mind that will solve problems or enhance existing techniques and processes. Faculty in Polytechnics engaged in Discovery aslo have many opportunities to engage in research that is purely applied in nature where the specific goal is to apply technology in novel ways to solve problems, extend existing technology, or create new technologies.