Important EPICS Pre-Semester Announcements
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Welcome Students
Welcome to the EPICS family new students, and welcome back to the returners. We are excited to see the impact you will make in the community through your work this semester. There are some changes for this semester, so please pay careful attention to the announcements below.
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Professional Development Hours (PDHs)
All students are required to complete five (5) PDHs per credit hour each semester. The requirements are listed in the PDH Menu<https://sharepoint.ecn.purdue.edu/epics/teams/Public%20Documents/PDH%20Menu…>.
* All first time students will need to watch the Introduction to EPICS<https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLc0ibrJx9X0nupwJAyql2G1nJySiF0k-3> playlist on YouTube before the first lab.
* The Wallet Exercise PDH will be conducted differently depending on whether or not you are concurrently taking ENGR 133
o ENGR 133 students will do the exercise in their ENGR 133 lecture and will automatically be given credit for the exercise
o All other first-time EPICS students will need to enroll in one of the Wallet Exercise skill sessions in myEPICS, which will be posted during the first week of class.
Instructions for Logging Online Lecture Completion:
1) Watch all videos in the appropriate playlist. It is a good idea to subscribe to the EPICS Youtube channel.
2) Login to MyEPICS<https://engineering.purdue.edu/MyEpics/> using your Purdue career account.
3) Click View Activities, select 'All' in the 'Show' dropdown, and find activity with the naming matching the playlist.
4) Click 'Makeup', fill out the form, and click 'Submit'
Important: PDH Deduction for No-Shows to Live PDHs
Students who register for a PDH session and fail to attend will be deducted one PDH credit for each missed event. You may deregister up to 24 hours before the event if your schedule changes and you are unable to attend. This change is intended to ensure that students who wish to attend a session are able to do so, rather than have empty seats due to no-shows.
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Lab Attendance
* EPICS is a team oriented design course. Unexcused absence to lab will result in a steep penalty to your grade.
* If you need an excused absence, be sure to let your TA and advisor know in advance.
* See https://engineering.purdue.edu/EPICS/teams/team-documents/Grading for details.
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Priority Project Program - Applications due August 30
The intent of the priority project program is to select a small set of projects (pilot to start with 5 or fewer) from the 100+ ongoing EPICS projects and to provide those project teams with additional expertise and resources to ensure that a timely and quality deliverable is produced. See https://engineering.purdue.edu/EPICS/purdue/priority_project_program for details.
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EPICS Website
New students will want to become familiar with the EPICS website, where you will find the syllabus, lab and lecture schedule, assignments (milestones), and more.
See https://engineering.purdue.edu/EPICS/purdue.
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Design Review
* All EPICS teams present to outside reviewers two times per semester. For Spring, those will be weeks 7 and 15.
* Midterm Review: October 1-4
* Final Review: November 19-22. Note this is earlier than normal and plan accordingly.
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Purchase Request System
* Your team will need to purchase materials for use in the construction of your project.
* All purchase requests will be initiated and managed through Docusign.
* The Docusign form can be accessed through the EPICS website or directly at:
https://na2.docusign.net/Member/PowerFormSigning.aspx?PowerFormId=d3bdbc42-…
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Andrew Pierce
EPICS Academic Administrator
Neil Armstrong Hall of Engineering - Room 1209
701 West Stadium Avenue
West Lafayette, IN 47907-2045
Email: pierce1(a)purdue.edu<mailto:pierce1@purdue.edu>
Phone: (765) 414-2107
http://www.purdue.edu/epics
Hey team!
You all crushed the design review (as always), but that doesn't mean the semester's over for EPICS yet. Here's a reminder of all the deliverables due by the end of next lab period (April 26, 2019 at 10:20am ET)!
Team documents
* Project Evaluation Rubric
* Email to Bharath with the subject INDIA_PER_INDIA_TeamName
* Transition document
* Template attached
* Add it to your design document and re-upload it to our Sharepoint
* Make sure everything is completely documented in the Google Drive and clearly organized. I will be saving a copy of the entire Drive on Sharepoint for future teams.
Individual documents
* Individual Evaluation Rubric<https://engineering.purdue.edu/EPICS/purdue/team-documents/ier>
* Email to Bharath with the subject INDIA_IER_INDIA_FirstName_LastName
* Peer Evaluations (on myEPICS)
* Evaluate at least everyone in your sub-team + project manager
* Notebooks
* Work & Accomplishments updated
* Final reflection (instructions at the bottom of the page here<https://engineering.purdue.edu/EPICS/purdue/individual-documents/reflections>)
Aim to have everything completed by the start of lab so that you can use the time to get feedback from Professor Oakes & Bharath. I also plan on cleaning out our locker during lab and could use some people to help out!
Let me know if you have any questions and see you next week!
Best,
Zaina
Dear EPICS students,
Congratulations on all the work done this semester. I trust you are receiving valuable input to move your projects forward and that the hard work is paying off with projects delivered or significant progress in the design process.
As you get to the end of the semester and work on your transition documents, please do not forget to identify your team's belongings and prototypes. Also, please discard (or identify) anything the team no longer needs.
With 40+ teams and 100+ projects, space is always a prime resource. During the summer months, the lab is usually reorganized to remove clutter and make room for new teams and projects. Clear identification of your items and disposal of non-necessary articles will help keeping track of your projects.
Thanks in advance for your help. Please see me if you have any questions.
Jorge Martinez
EPICS Lab Manager
Purdue University | Neil Armstrong Hall of Engineering - Room 1210
701 West Stadium Ave West Lafayette, IN 47907
+1 765 494 0629 | +1 574 214 9450 (mobile)
mart1419(a)purdue.edu<mailto:mart1419@purdue.edu> | https://engineering.purdue.edu/EPICS
A Few Midweek Reminders
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Design Documents - All should be turned in by the end of the day of your lab this week.
* A PDF of the design documents should be submitted by the end of day that your lab is held to give our design reviewers time to read them.
* You can continue to update and overwrite the document throughout the semester.
* Upload instructions: https://engineering.purdue.edu/EPICS/teams/team-documents/design-doc-upload…
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Design Reviews - April 16-19
* Dress code is business casual or better.
* Plan to use the podium PC, not your personal laptop. Preferably bring your presentation on a flash drive.
* Do not log in/out of the podium PC with your personal account.
* Leave the GoToMeeting session on and do not adjust the screen sharing.
* Teams are responsible for inviting their community partners and any guest reviewers from on-campus (faculty, etc.).
o Be sure to let the EPICS office know which guests are coming so we can get them parking passes
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EPICS Awards - April 15, 4PM, Spurgeon Club in Mackey Arena
* Join us for cookies, coffee, a fun celebration of your success this year
* Suggested dress code is business casual
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Miller and Chevron Scholarships - Due May 1
* Two scholarship opportunities are available and are exclusive to EPICS students that will be returning for the fall semester.
* The Miller scholarship is available to any EPICS student and is valued at $1,000.
* Chevron scholarship is open to any EPICS student but with preference to those with interest in careers in the energy industry and is valued at $2,000.
* The attached Scholarship application may be used for either scholarship.
Important EPICS Week 14 Announcements
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Looking Ahead:
* Design Reviews for Spring are Week 15 (April 16-19)
* Design Documents are due this week (April 8-12)
* EPICS Annual Awards Ceremony will be April 15 at 4pm - Save the Date!
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Delivering this Semester?
If your team plans to deliver your project this semester, be sure to complete the EPICS delivery checklist. This includes projects that have final deliverables of non-tangible products (project plans, formal recommendations, etc). Find more information on the delivery process at https://engineering.purdue.edu/EPICS/teams/team-documents/project-delivery. Remember, without a checklist, you will not receive an EPICS delivery t-shirt.
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Miller and Chevron Scholarships - Due May 1
Two scholarship opportunities are available and are exclusive to EPICS students that will be returning for the fall semester. The Miller scholarship is available to any student and is valued at $1,000, and the Chevron scholarship is open to any EPICS student but with preference to those with interest in careers in the energy industry and is valued at $2,000. The attached Scholarship application may be used for either scholarship.
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Interested in Becoming an EPICS Ambassador?
EPICS Ambassadors are the face of EPICS for recruiting across the university and outreach to external partners and donors. Ambassadors receive PDH credits for the work they do for the program. See the attached application if interested.
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Inspire to Innovate 2019 - April 7
Interested in showcasing your project to kids in the community? The DKC EPICs team is co-hosting the 3rd annual Inspire to Innovate in partnership with The Anvil and Deaf Kids Code. This is a free interactive event that is targeted to get kids including those with disabilities interested in STEM. We are looking to have EPICs teams that would like to showcase their project at an interactive booth for the event on Sunday April 7th from 2-5pm at The Anvil. If your team is interested, please contact bzammit(a)purdue.edu<mailto:bzammit@purdue.edu> for more information.
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Andrew Pierce
EPICS Academic Administrator
Neil Armstrong Hall of Engineering - Room 1209
701 West Stadium Avenue
West Lafayette, IN 47907-2045
Email: pierce1(a)purdue.edu<mailto:pierce1@purdue.edu>
Phone: (765) 494-3559
http://www.purdue.edu/epics
Hello EPICS Family,
It is almost that time of year again - time to celebrate all the success and amazing accomplishments you have made in our community this year. Our awards are all about you, so we hope you can join us. Feel free to invite your friends and family to come celebrate with you as well. We are moving venue this year from the ARMS Atrium just across the street to the Spurgeon Club in Mackey. The awards will be the Monday of Design Review week, April 15th, at 4pm and should last about an hour. Cookies and brownies will be provided.
Looking forward to seeing you there,
Andrew
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Andrew Pierce
EPICS Academic Administrator
Neil Armstrong Hall of Engineering - Room 1209
701 West Stadium Avenue
West Lafayette, IN 47907-2045
Email: pierce1(a)purdue.edu<mailto:pierce1@purdue.edu>
Phone: (765) 414-2107
http://www.purdue.edu/epics
Important EPICS Week 12 Announcements
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Looking Ahead:
* Design Reviews for Spring are Week 15 (April 16-19)
* EPICS Annual Awards Ceremony will be April 15 - Save the Date!
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Delivering this Semester?
If your team plans to deliver your project this semester, be sure to complete the EPICS delivery checklist. This includes projects that have final deliverables of non-tangible products (project plans, formal recommendations, etc). Find more information on the delivery process at https://engineering.purdue.edu/EPICS/teams/team-documents/project-delivery. Remember, without a checklist, you will not receive an EPICS delivery t-shirt.
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International Development (I2D) Exposition - March 29
This event highlights Purdue's incredible engineering innovations focused on addressing the Sustainable Development Goals. As part of this event, students from across the College of Engineering have the opportunity to participate in the Exposition Poster Session, where they can share their research and connect with development professionals from the government, academia, and non-profit space. We would like to encourage as many student teams to participate as possible.
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Inspire to Innovate 2019 - April 7
Interested in showcasing your project to kids in the community? The DKC EPICs team is co-hosting the 3rd annual Inspire to Innovate in partnership with The Anvil and Deaf Kids Code. This is a free interactive event that is targeted to get kids including those with disabilities interested in STEM. We are looking to have EPICs teams that would like to showcase their project at an interactive booth for the event on Sunday April 7th from 2-5pm at The Anvil. If your team is interested, please contact bzammit(a)purdue.edu<mailto:bzammit@purdue.edu> for more information.
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Skill Session Attendance
This is a great time in the semester to check you attendance in MyEPICS and make sure everything is correct. Report any errors to epics(a)purdue.edu<mailto:epics@purdue.edu>.
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Andrew Pierce
EPICS Academic Administrator
Neil Armstrong Hall of Engineering - Room 1209
701 West Stadium Avenue
West Lafayette, IN 47907-2045
Email: pierce1(a)purdue.edu<mailto:pierce1@purdue.edu>
Phone: (765) 494-3559
http://www.purdue.edu/epics
Important EPICS Spring Break Announcements
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Lab Access
The lab will be card-swipe access only during Spring Break. TA and staff support will be minimal. Please exercise caution if using the labs and do not work with equipment alone.
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Laces for Lisa Fundraiser at HotBox Pizza - March 14
Laces for Lisa is a 5K Run/Walk held on April 27th in memory of Lisa Strueh. HotBox offered to dedicate a day to Laces for Lisa where 20% of all sales will be donated. All buyers have to do is mention "Laces for Lisa 5K" before ordering (in store or delivery). See attached flyer for details.
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MATHCOUNTS - March 9
This is a fun mathematics competition for 6/7/8 graders. Purdue is hosting the State competition and we expect about 220 students from all over Indiana. The majority of volunteers will be helping with the scoring effort. Lunch is provided! Volunteer at https://goo.gl/forms/W1PX1zITfxnT42GH3. Contact hughe162(a)purdue.edu<mailto:hughe162@purdue.edu> for details.
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International Development (I2D) Exposition - March 29
This event highlights Purdue's incredible engineering innovations focused on addressing the Sustainable Development Goals. As part of this event, students from across the College of Engineering have the opportunity to participate in the Exposition Poster Session, where they can share their research and connect with development professionals from the government, academia, and non-profit space. We would like to encourage as many student teams to participate as possible and would greatly appreciate if you could please share the attached information with your students.
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Inspire to Innovate 2019 - April 27
Interested in showcasing your project to kids in the community? The DKC EPICs team is co-hosting the 3rd annual Inspire to Innovate in partnership with The Anvil and Deaf Kids Code. This is a free interactive event that is targeted to get kids including those with disabilities interested in STEM. We are looking to have EPICs teams that would like to showcase their project at an interactive booth for the event on Sunday April 7th from 2-5pm at The Anvil. If your team is interested, please contact bzammit(a)purdue.edu<mailto:bzammit@purdue.edu> for more information.
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Follow Us:
[Image result for twitter logo]<https://twitter.com/EPICSPurdue> [Image result for facebook logo] <https://www.facebook.com/epicspurdue/> [Image result for linkedin logo] <https://www.linkedin.com/groups/5109739>
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Andrew Pierce
EPICS Academic Administrator
Neil Armstrong Hall of Engineering - Room 1209
701 West Stadium Avenue
West Lafayette, IN 47907-2045
Email: pierce1(a)purdue.edu<mailto:pierce1@purdue.edu>
Phone: (765) 494-3559
http://www.purdue.edu/epics
Important EPICS Week 9 Announcements
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Cross-Cultural Dimensions Workshop – March 4
This workshop will focus on how to efficiently work within cross cultural teams. They will be going over many tools to help navigating cross-cultural differences such as Hofstede’s dimensions and how to avoid such conflicts. These skills, currently, are considered highly valuable in industry and research environment and it would be a great opportunity to improve the team working skills. Please email at ispc(a)purdue.edu<mailto:ispc@purdue.edu> if you have any questions.
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MATCHCOUNTS – March 9
This is a fun mathematics competition for 6/7/8 graders. Purdue is hosting the State competition and we expect about 220 students from all over Indiana. The majority of volunteers will be helping with the scoring effort. Lunch is provided! Volunteer at https://goo.gl/forms/W1PX1zITfxnT42GH3. Contact hughe162(a)purdue.edu<mailto:hughe162@purdue.edu> for details.
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International Development (I2D) Exposition – March 29
This event highlights Purdue's incredible engineering innovations focused on addressing the Sustainable Development Goals. As part of this event, students from across the College of Engineering have the opportunity to participate in the Exposition Poster Session, where they can share their research and connect with development professionals from the government, academia, and non-profit space. We would like to encourage as many student teams to participate as possible and would greatly appreciate if you could please share the attached information with your students. See flyer for details.
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Inspire to Innovate 2019 – April 27
Interested in showcasing your project to kids in the community? The DKC EPICs team is co-hosting the 3rd annual Inspire to Innovate in partnership with The Anvil and Deaf Kids Code. This is a free interactive event that is targeted to get kids including those with disabilities interested in STEM. We are looking to have EPICs teams that would like to showcase their project at an interactive booth for the event on Sunday April 7th from 2-5pm at The Anvil. If your team is interested, please contact bzammit(a)purdue.edu<mailto:bzammit@purdue.edu> for more information.
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Follow Us:
[Image result for twitter logo]<https://twitter.com/EPICSPurdue> [Image result for facebook logo] <https://www.facebook.com/epicspurdue/> [Image result for linkedin logo] <https://www.linkedin.com/groups/5109739>
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Andrew Pierce
EPICS Academic Administrator
Neil Armstrong Hall of Engineering – Room 1209
701 West Stadium Avenue
West Lafayette, IN 47907-2045
Email: pierce1(a)purdue.edu<mailto:pierce1@purdue.edu>
Phone: (765) 494-3559
http://www.purdue.edu/epics
Hey team,
Great job at design review today! Don't forget about the deliverables due TOMORROW (1/23) at midnight:
* Individual evaluation rubric<https://engineering.purdue.edu/EPICS/purdue/team-documents/ier> (email to Bharath - basurimu(a)purdue.edu with subject line “INDIA_IER_<team_name>_<student name>"
* Project evaluation rubric (attached - email to Bharath with subject line “INDIA_PER_<team_name>"
* Notebooks (all sections up to date - including reflections!)
* Peer evaluations (found on myEPICS)
* Provide evaluations for at least those in your sub-team and project manager
Let me know if you have any questions and have a great weekend!
Best,
Zaina El-Demerdash
Purdue University | School of Industrial Engineering
Purdue Society of Women Engineers | Outreach Committee Chair
