Interdisciplinary Transportation Education and Workforce Development Modules (ITEWDM)
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This report details the development and implementation of the Interdisciplinary Transportation Education and Workforce Development Modules (ITEWDM) at Hampton University, conducted between July 2012 and December 2013. The project was motivated by a projected shortage of skilled transportation professionals, driven by the retirement of up to 50% of the current workforce within a decade and a noted lack of minority representation in technical and managerial roles. The primary objective was to strengthen intermodal transportation skills among faculty and students by integrating existing disparate transportation curricula into a cohesive, interdisciplinary framework that combines academic coursework with experiential learning. The methodology involved consolidating transportation programs across the School of Business, Department of Aviation, and other departments into two main sections: Education Modules and Workforce Development (WFD) Modules. The Education Modules focused on curriculum redesign, updating undergraduate and graduate courses to include intermodal transportation concepts, and introducing new offerings such as a Minor in Aviation Management and a Concentration in Transportation Management. The MBA curriculum was revised to emphasize logistics and supply chain management, utilizing case studies from the National Highway Institute. The WFD Modules supplemented classroom instruction with internal training, including a Distinguished Lecture Series featuring industry professionals, and external training through internships, fellowships, and research projects. Partnerships were established with organizations such as Hampton Roads Transit, the Virginia Department of Transportation, and Parsons Brinckerhoff to facilitate these experiential opportunities. Additionally, the university upgraded classroom technology and utilized a driving simulator at the Hampton University Accident Research Center for research on driver distraction. The results indicate significant engagement and structural improvements. Enrollment in transportation-related programs increased, with an average of 48 students in the Aviation Management Major, 45 in the Transportation Management Concentration, and 18 MBA students in transportation courses per semester. The project facilitated the participation of 12 students and six faculty members in transportation research during the Fall 2013 semester. Internship evaluations from 14 former participants indicated high satisfaction levels, with respondents finding the experiences educational; however, less than 10% of surveyed alumni secured employment in transportation organizations, a finding attributed to a small sample size. The modular framework allowed for flexibility, enabling students from diverse majors to enhance their techno-managerial skills. The project also generated 17 scholarly presentations and publications and established international research contacts. The significance of the ITEWDM lies in its successful creation of a flexible, interdisciplinary model for transportation education that addresses workforce shortages and diversity gaps. By integrating academic rigor with real-world experiential learning, the project produced a pipeline of students with enhanced skills in intermodal transportation operations. The modular design serves as a guideline for academic advising and allows for future adaptation. The initiative strengthened partnerships with industry stakeholders and contributed to the broader goal of advancing U.S. transportation technology and expertise, fulfilling objectives set by the U.S. Department of Transportation.
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The ITEWDM project successfully consolidated disparate transportation education programs into a flexible modular framework that increased student enrollment and facilitated industry partnerships for internships and research.
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