Message From the Dean

Welcome to the Capstone Design Expo conducted by the Tagliatela College of Engineering at the University of New Haven. Capstone design projects provide a culminating experience for undergraduate students in the College. These projects play an important role in preparing our students to work in their respective professions. Students work over two semesters in teams, sometimes on interdisciplinary projects with members from different disciplines, to arrive at solutions to complex problems. More and more companies sponsor projects and pose problems that are of relevance and interest to them. In such projects, students work closely with industry advisors in evaluating design options, selecting the optimal solution, and building or designing the final prototype or process.

The Capstone Design Expo showcases projects in all engineering and computer science disciplines. Students present their designs through posters and oral presentations to a broad audience consisting of fellow students, faculty, industry representatives, and parents.

Senior design projects in all disciplines within the College are centrally coordinated to allow multi-disciplinary projects, adopt best practices, and deliver common concepts such as project management, environmental impact analysis, economic analysis, real-world design constraints, and technical communication.

We continue to seek broader industry sponsorship of projects across all disciplines. Companies can learn about the benefits of sponsoring projects by attending the Capstone Design Expo and talking to students and faculty about how projects are developed and completed. Faculty would be happy to engage in discussions with potential sponsors.

The Capstone Design Expo also serves as a platform to showcase the engineering program to the broader University community. The College of Engineering has played an important role in the University’s history and development from its inception in 1920. Our alumni work in many of the major companies in Connecticut, and it is always a pleasure to recognize the strength and contributions of the students, faculty, and alumni of the College of Engineering.

I hope that you enjoy the Capstone Design Expo as we celebrate the accomplishments of our graduating seniors. We look forward to your continued participation.

Sincerely,

Ronald S. Harichandran, Ph.D., P.E., F.ASCE
Dean, Tagliatela College of Engineering