Tennessee Tech University Industrial Training & Assessment Center (ITAC)

From Tennessee Tech's Industrial Training & Assessment Center, we wish you a Happy Thanksgiving!

Recently the students of the Industrial Training & Assessment Center (ITAC) at College of Engineering at Tennessee Technological University were honored to have a collaborative discussion with Jeff Ralph of AOSmith Water Heaters about Professionalism in Engineering. Mr. Ralph discussed "soft skills" such as communication, relationships and leadership and how they are relevant for engineers in all phases of their careers. We are grateful for this opportunity to complement the students' technical training with these skills that will serve them well at TN Tech and beyond. #WingsUp #ITAC

ITAC lead students Nikita T., Rajendra Tadakhe, Spencer Jones, and Patrick Swiecichowski attended a week-long Energy Bootcamp offered by the DOE Better Plants program at Oak Ridge National Labs. This event had tours and training on topics such as Steam Systems; Motors, Pumps, & Fans; Compressed Air Systems; Process Heating Systems; Building Envelope, HVAC, & Lighting, Process Cooling Systems, Renewable Energy, Water Savings, and more. Training the next generation of Energy Engineers is a core part of ITAC's mission and this event allowed the students to gain insights, network with experts, and expand their knowledge in the energy efficiency field.

TN Tech’s ITAC is marking National Manufacturing Day on October 4 with our sincere appreciation to the manufacturers who partner with us to become more energy efficient and reduce their carbon emissions.?Since our inception in 2007, we have conducted over 300 assessments for manufacturing plants in the region and saved industry $123 million in persistent implemented savings on their energy costs.?This equates to saving .86 million metric tons of CO2.?To receive a no-cost energy assessment contact Ethan Languri or Michelle Davis by visiting our website at www.tntech.edu/iac. #ITAC #IAC #TNTech

Tennessee Tech's ITAC was thrilled to host dinner for the Lead Students from ITACs at universities across America. Data show that more than 60% of ITAC students go on to pursue energy-related careers upon graduation. Alumni report that this training sets them apart in the job market, as employers seek out ITAC graduates. #ITAC #TnTech

Our lead students bring a good deal of knowledge and experience to their positions with ITAC.???Nikita T., who is working on her M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, recently returned from her summer internship with Enfinity Engineering, where she contributed to HVAC design projects.?Throughout the 15 weeks, she worked closely with her peers to define project goals, calculating take-offs from AutoCAD files, calculation of loads by using Trace 700, and balancing air flow summary with references to ventilation codes and ASHRAE standards.?She also learned how to set up mechanical models using BIM 360 platforms and created drawings and deliverables using Revit and AutoCAD.?This hands-on experience not only expanded Nikita’s skills on the ITAC team, it enriched her professional journey and reaffirmed her commitment to driving impactful change in the field of HVAC design for buildings. Wings Up! #TnTech #iac #itac

It was wonderful to arrive at the Mastercraft facility in Vonore, Tennessee and witness the stunning sunrise over the lake. The assessment team, with the help of incredible Mastercraft employees, identified several cost-saving and energy-saving projects that could results in significant savings on electricity, natural gas, and water expenses for the plant. The Tennessee Tech ITAC team was composed of Rajendra Tadakhe, Spencer Jones, Patrick Swiecichowski, Nikita T., Grace Kimbro, Mohsen Pourfallah, S.Mohammad Seyed Sabour, Noah Rodriguez, and was led by ITAC Director Ethan Languri. #ITAC #TnTech

We've changed our name! The IAC is now known as the ITAC, which stands for Industrial Training and Assessment Center. This added emphasis on Training in our name highlights our mission to train the future energy-related workforce for the United States. We're recognizing the program's continued work to produce energy savvy engineers, energy auditors, HVAC technicians, electricians, advanced manufacturing technicians, and more! #ITAC #TnTech

We are proud to highlight the accomplishments of one of our IAC undergraduate students, Miguel Angel Fuentes Garcia, at his summer internship with Cummins Inc. Miguel is beginning his second year with the IAC and we look forward to his contributions to our upcoming energy assessments. Wings Up! #iac #TnTech

Congratulations to two Tennessee manufacturers who received IAC Implementation Grants from DOE to implement energy efficiency projects identified by the Tennessee Tech IAC! Huf North America in Greeneville was awarded $166,324 to implement LED upgrades and MSC in Oak Ridge was awarded $162,600 for several energy projects including LEDs, installing VFDs, and process optimization. For more information about this grant program, visit: https://lnkd.in/eejRnh9u