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Faculty Members

Our faculty members are key to the success of the applied research projects, industrial capstone projects, STEAM outreach and preparation for Skills Varsity competitions within the Barrett CTI. Many of our faculty members and staff researchers are experts in advanced manufacturing, industrial design, social innovation and sustainability.

In addition to teaching and mentoring students, our faculty members provide their knowledge and experience to:

  • Fulfill responsibilities of a Project Lead for collaborative research teams.
  • Engage students as active members of research teams.
  • Assist students and industry partners in the development of new approaches to real-world challenges.
  • Assist in the development of applied research, industrial capstone and STEAM projects.
  • Mentor students to successfully compete in Skills Varsity competitions at the provincial, national and international levels.

Getting Involved With STEAM

It has always been a core purpose of the Barrett CTI to have a positive impact on our community. This is done through an outreach program called STEAM (an acronym for science, technology, engineering, arts and math).

Through STEAM, industry partners, faculty members and students develop and conduct programs for young people that are designed to open their minds and expose them to a variety of technologies, including:

  • Robotics
  • Mechatronics
  • 3D Printing
  • Augmented/virtual reality
  • Electronics
  • Prototyping
  • Programming

Getting young minds interested in pursuing careers in any aspect of STEAM is critical to closing the skills gap that exists between industry requirements and the skillsets of graduating students. Consider partnering and investing ideas, time, expertise or equipment for a STEAM project.

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Technology and Automation on Kuka's Coffee Cell

The collaboration between industry partner Kuka Canada, faculty and students from the Electromechanical Engineering Technology program saw the design and build of a robotics integration demonstration cell, an integrated system that can take orders from users and prepare personalized coffee for trade show and product demonstration purposes. One of the primary purposes of the robotic cell is to demonstrate the many capabilities and versatility of a KUKA KR6 R700-2 robotic arm. This was accomplished by designing an application where the arm acts as a barista. Users are able to send in an order for a personalized cup of coffee and will be able to observe the robot write the name of the user on the cup, pick the selected coffee pod flavor, and use a coffee machine to brew the coffee. The successful project spanned 8 months and gave invaluable practical experiences for the students working on real life technology challenges. 

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The Centre for Social Innovation is Just Getting Started

The Centre for Social Innovation is just getting started. With their vision and mandate nearly done and a leader to join their team later in 2022, Humber’s CSI will soon be another strong pillar of the COI Network. In the coming months, the CSI will offer students, staff and community partners the platform to explore innovative solutions to complex social issues.

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Longo CfE is Bringing the IDEA Lab to the Lakeshore Campus this Fall

In partnership with Humber Libraries, the Longo CfE is bringing the IDEA Lab to the Lakeshore Campus this fall. Located on the 3rd floor of the Longo CfE (G Cottage), the IDEA Lab provides opportunities to explore and create digital media and new technologies. The Lab will feature studio spaces, including equipment for audio recording, video production, 3D printing and more. The IDEA Lab will also offer in-person and online support for faculty members looking to create digital, media-rich assignments and students working to complete them.

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Longo CfE is Also Working with the Seneca College’s HELIX

The Longo CfE is also working with the Seneca College’s HELIX to review incubators using the Gender Smart Entrepreneurship Education and Training Plus 
(GEET+) framework and assess the status of equity, diversity, and inclusion in entrepreneurship events/activities/programs, and develop gender-smart materials and supports.

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