Mission, Goals & Program Objectives
MISSION
The Prototype Development Center
provides the necessary engineering design tools, engineering staff,
materials analysis, product packaging guidance, software development
and other similar services leading to the development of a functioning
prototype to meet the needs of the MEDC, the MI-SBTDC, and small businesses
and entrepreneurs of Michigan while providing opportunities for students to
obtain real world experience on actual design projects
Goals
Bridge the gap from ideas to the marketplace for
resource-limited Michigan businesses.
Provide services that enable small Michigan businesses to compete
in the global economy.
Provide assistance and opportunities for
business with diverse abilities to enhance their
economic growth.
Engage in assessment and continuous
improvement activities with client businesses to
enhance their growth potential.
Deliver a high quality design experience for undergraduates
which incorporates and develops
skills in communication, design, ethics,
teamwork, and technology relevant to the
student's degree.
PROGRAM OBJECTIVES
Meet the needs of Mi-SBTDC and MEDC
Provide prototype services to Michigan businesses
that do not have resources to bring new ideas to a marketable condition
Establish a self sustaining PDC that improves the
economic position of Micigan businesses
Brings recognition to LSSU as a source of technology
and excellent technical graduates
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