Media Advisory: Algonquin College to launch new Construction Research Centre
Posted on Wednesday, January 28th, 2015
New research centre, founded through research grants and industry contributions, to be unveiled, providing new learning and partnership opportunities.
Date of event: Friday, January 30 from 9:45 – 11 a.m.
What:
On January 30, 2015, Algonquin College will officially open the doors of its Construction Research Centre, a facility containing approximately $2.8 million worth of brand new research equipment and software to support applied research in ACCE and Media and Design programs.
This centre, located within the Am-Tech Electrical Lab, was established through funding from Canada Foundation for Innovation, the Ontario Research Fund, and contributions from private industry – all told, the support totals $3.15 million of equipment and infrastructure to enhance Algonquin College’s capabilities to conduct research in the area of construction in both Ottawa and Perth, Ontario
The facility includes a professional 3D laser scanner used to create 3D digital models of structures; a HoloStation, an immersive environment to visualize 3D models using 3D glasses and a hand-held remote; a sophisticated 3D printer that can produce parts with a high degree of accuracy; powerful infra-red cameras that can take video of thermal images and measure traffic flows to buildings; and a lab outfitted with powerful Mac and PC workstation computers.
This centre represents a significant learning opportunity for students in a wide variety of construction and design programs, and it provides local industry with access to cutting edge equipment that will help them solve everyday challenges.
Who:
- Cheryl Jensen, President of Algonquin College
- Dr. Mark Hoddenbagh, Executive Director of Partnerships and Applied Research
- Alexander Yang, Project Manager (Construction Research), HARC Tech. Coordinator
- Algonquin College students, including student spokesperson
Where and when: Algonquin Centre for Construction Excellence (ACCE) Building, Room 118.
Algonquin College Woodroffe (Ottawa) campus