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EIT Work Integrated Learning Goes Total Green
EIT Work Integrated Learning Goes Total Green
EIT on-campus students are using their internship experiences to think beyond recycling and help stop the flow of e-waste to landfills. Continue reading EIT Work Integrated Learning Goes Total Green at EIT | Engineering Institute of Technology.
Created on: Jul 23, 2021 | 01:19 am
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From Biggest to Smallest: The Fascinating World of Valves
From Biggest to Smallest: The Fascinating World of Valves
There’s a well-known phrase that everything is bigger in Texas. From being the biggest state in the contiguous United States to having one of the world’s biggest football stadiums, Texas is also home to the world’s largest gate valve. The[…]
Created on: Jul 19, 2021 | 08:18 am
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From Industry 4.0 to Engineering 4.0
From Industry 4.0 to Engineering 4.0
Almost a decade ago, the opening ceremony at the London 2012 Olympic Games showed the world a recreation of Britain’s industrial revolution in spectacular fashion. As cameras panned over the Olympic Stadium and factories sprouted out of thin air, the[…]
Created on: Jul 12, 2021 | 01:56 am
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Is Virtual Reality the Future of Education?
Is Virtual Reality the Future of Education?
For Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) students and professionals, virtual reality (VR) allows for engaging and realistic first-person immersion. Leading companies and organizations are beginning to use the technology in education and training to connect knowledge with experience. Photo[…]
Created on: Jul 8, 2021 | 07:49 am
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The Ancient Aboriginal Engineering of the Budj Bim Eel Traps
The Ancient Aboriginal Engineering of the Budj Bim Eel Traps
Did you know that one of the oldest examples of aquaculture and hydraulic engineering is in Australia? In recognition of NAIDOC Week 2021, we are celebrating and recognizing the engineering achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Lake Condah[…]
Created on: Jul 7, 2021 | 01:17 am
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Meet EIT Lecturer: Dr. Akhlaqur Rahman
Meet EIT Lecturer: Dr. Akhlaqur Rahman
EIT Lecturer and Course Coordinator, Dr. Akhlaqur Rahman, is one of the mesmerizing engineers within EIT’s Academic Team that is as passionate about learning as he is about the latest engineering trends. Pictured: Dr. Akhlaqur Rahman “Engineering is ever-evolving and full of potential. All you need[…]
Created on: Jul 5, 2021 | 05:53 am
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Five Amazing AI Creations in Film and Their Real-World Counterparts
Five Amazing AI Creations in Film and Their Real-World Counterparts
Here at EIT, we love a good movie that pushes the envelope of innovation, and no genre does it better than Science Fiction. Theoretically, a lot of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in cinematic adventures could be plausible, and in fact, this[…]
Created on: Jul 2, 2021 | 07:30 am
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EIT Introduces 9 New Graduate Certificate Courses
EIT Introduces 9 New Graduate Certificate Courses
Micro-credentials like Graduate Certificates are emerging as badges of honor in the workplace or as an educational pathway to further education in engineering. It is an excellent way for working engineers to upskill, or for graduates to add to their academic portfolio and be job-ready. […]
Created on: Jul 2, 2021 | 02:09 am
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Lessons Learned from Engineering’s Worst Disasters
Lessons Learned from Engineering’s Worst Disasters
Failure teaches us more than success. Whilst on the surface it may sound seemingly absurd, this is a widely accepted thinking among the engineering field. Lessons will always arise in the face of disaster as the cause of failure can be exposed, reviewed, and corrected to make improvements. In short, our wrongdoings are motivation for innovation. […]
Created on: Jul 1, 2021 | 06:50 am
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How an EIT Graduate Is Paving the Way for Women in Engineering
How an EIT Graduate Is Paving the Way for Women in Engineering
Renee Gaspar at work Continue reading How an EIT Graduate Is Paving the Way for Women in Engineering at EIT | Engineering Institute of Technology.
Created on: Jun 23, 2021 | 05:17 am
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5 Ways To Study More Effectively
5 Ways To Study More Effectively
We get it, deadlines are tough. However, it’s never too late to develop and implement productive habits to help you study more effectively. Continue reading 5 Ways To Study More Effectively at EIT | Engineering Institute of Technology.
Created on: Jun 22, 2021 | 01:35 am
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Desertification: What Is It and How Can It Be Prevented?
Desertification: What Is It and How Can It Be Prevented?
Engineers play a valuable role in developing innovative solutions that can help in the fight against both desertification and drought. Continue reading Desertification: What Is It and How Can It Be Prevented? at EIT | Engineering Institute of Technology.
Created on: Jun 11, 2021 | 06:55 am
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Perth Named the Sixth Most Livable City in the World
Perth Named the Sixth Most Livable City in the World
Perth has beat out Melbourne and Sydney to be name the sixth most livable city in the world in the The Global Livability Index 2021. Continue reading Perth Named the Sixth Most Livable City in the World at EIT |[…]
Created on: Jun 9, 2021 | 08:08 am
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World Oceans Day: What Are Engineers Doing to Clean the Seas?
World Oceans Day: What Are Engineers Doing to Clean the Seas?
On World Oceans Day, we are recognizing the pivotal role engineers play in improving the health of earth's oceans. Here are three engineering initiatives that are helping to protect and clean up the seas. World Oceans Day is an international[…]
Created on: Jun 7, 2021 | 02:05 am
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Top 5 Green Engineering Trends
Top 5 Green Engineering Trends
As the effects of climate change become more apparent, green engineering trends are the key solutions to promoting sustainable change. Continue reading Top 5 Green Engineering Trends at EIT | Engineering Institute of Technology.
Created on: Jun 4, 2021 | 06:26 am
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From Bridges to AR Apps: Impressive Feats of Engineering
From Bridges to AR Apps: Impressive Feats of Engineering
At its core, engineering is the application of science and math to solve problems. However, it is when it becomes a human experience where engineering feats truly shine. There are many feats of engineering across the world that make people[…]
Created on: May 31, 2021 | 06:26 am
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Why Study Biomedical Engineering at EIT?
Why Study Biomedical Engineering at EIT?
Be at the forefront of improving and saving lives by studying biomedical engineering at the Engineering Institute of Technology (EIT). Continue reading Why Study Biomedical Engineering at EIT? at EIT | Engineering Institute of Technology.
Created on: May 28, 2021 | 01:57 am
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From Pollution to Energy-Efficiency: The Importance of Lighting Design
From Pollution to Energy-Efficiency: The Importance of Lighting Design
Electrical light sources are responsible for 15 percent of global electricity consumption. As the world strives towards more sustainable solutions, there is an increasing need for innovation in lighting design. For engineers, it means that your project today needs to[…]
Created on: May 20, 2021 | 08:20 am
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How Did Leonardo da Vinci Influence Engineering?
How Did Leonardo da Vinci Influence Engineering?
While Leonardo da Vinci is best known as an artist, his talents were never limited to one field. He also contributed to engineering, Continue reading How Did Leonardo da Vinci Influence Engineering? at EIT | Engineering Institute of Technology.
Created on: May 17, 2021 | 06:31 am
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EIT Goes Mobile: Education in the Palm of Your Hand
EIT Goes Mobile: Education in the Palm of Your Hand
EIT is enriching its unique delivery model for students by enabling access to Moodle through mobile devices. Continue reading EIT Goes Mobile: Education in the Palm of Your Hand at EIT | Engineering Institute of Technology.
Created on: May 7, 2021 | 02:52 am
May 7, 2021 | 02:52 am
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