Lockheed Martin Corporation, a global security and aerospace company engaged in advanced technology systems, products and services, recently funded the Jackson State University College of Science, Engineering and Technology (CSET) with $60,000 in robotics and 3-D replication.
According to Jackson State’s website, the university will receive $15,000 for four 3-D desktop replicators and $45,000 for a robot training package to enhance laboratory experience. Jackson State first reported the news in mid-November.
The computer design classes will use the 3-D printer equipment and the computer engineering and electrical engineering curricula will make use of the robotic training package, school officials says.
“Three-D printing is in its infancy,” said Dr. Wilber Walters, CSET associate dean, so “we’re keeping students in the trend” of emerging technologies, he said.
“We are excited to be able to bring these learning tools to our technology program,” said Walters.
