Engineering School


Our proposed engineering school challenges the traditional trade school model by adopting an innovative, fully immersive approach to education. Unlike conventional programs that allocate equal time to classroom theory and laboratory practice, our unique curriculum will immerse students entirely in a laboratory environment. This hands-on approach ensures that theoretical knowledge is learned through direct, practical application.

Planned facilities at our school will feature individual workstations equipped with extensive resources: each station will include a large work area, a computer, various pieces of test equipment, and ample storage. The laboratory will also be outfitted with advanced mechanical fabrication tools such as drill presses, lathes, brakes, and milling machines, alongside state-of-the-art 3D printers and an assortment of raw materials.

In addition to mechanical engineering tools, our curriculum will place a strong emphasis on electronics. Students will learn to design, layout, and assemble their own circuit boards, utilizing both through-hole and surface-mount technologies. They will gain practical experience in selecting and ordering electronic components, conducting design reviews, and working with various electronic components such as motors, sensors, and displays. Furthermore, our program will include comprehensive training in programming microcontrollers, enabling students to test and debug their code effectively. This thorough grounding in both theoretical and practical aspects of engineering ensures our graduates are well-prepared to innovate and solve problems in a dynamic technological landscape.

This program is structured as a two-year intensive course, with an optional third year dedicated to advanced studies. This additional year allows students to deepen their expertise in specialized areas, preparing them for leadership roles and cutting-edge projects in the engineering field.

Graduates will be generalists with the following skills

  • Electronics engineering (schematic capture, board layout, board assembly bringup and testing)
  • Software engineering - Software architecture, flow charting, C, C#, C++, revision control & debugging
  • Mechanical engineering and fabrication - 3D modeling, 3D printing, material selection
  • System design
  • Project / Time management

Risks

  • As this is a large project, there are many moving parts that require strict coordination and planning
  • Recruiting capable instructors that can make engineering fun and engaging
  • Achieving alignment between program cost and tuition fees

Ditty Labs can provide:

  • Curriculum design & planning
  • Consulting in various engineering disciplines
  • Documentation and infrastructure

Resources needed:

  • Funding
  • Mechanical engineering consultant
  • Electrical engineering consultant
  • Facility procurement
  • Student recruiting & finincial aid

Funding Opportunities: Educational Grants

To realize our vision of a cutting-edge, fully immersive engineering school, securing substantial funding is essential. We are actively seeking educational grants that align with our mission to revolutionize engineering education. Grants will not only support the development of our state-of-the-art facilities and procurement of high-tech equipment but also enable us to offer scholarships to deserving students and ensure competitive compensation for our faculty.

Identifying and applying for these grants requires expertise and dedication. To this end, we are looking to partner with experienced grant specialists who can navigate the complex landscape of educational funding. Their expertise will be invaluable in identifying potential funding sources, writing compelling grant proposals, and managing the application process to maximize our chances of success.

  • Strategic grant research and identification
  • Grant writing and submission
  • Funding management and compliance

If you have experience in educational grant acquisition or know someone who does, please consider joining our team to bring this transformative educational model to fruition.