Trimble Technology Lab Opens at Florida A&M University
Florida A&M University (FAMU) and Trimble celebrated the grand opening of the new Trimble Technology Lab. This facility is at the Tallahassee campus, and it opened on October 2. This event marks a major milestone. FAMU becomes the first Historically Black College and University (HBCU) to host a Trimble Technology Lab (TTL). The lab at FAMU is set to revolutionize the learning experience for students in architecture and construction engineering. It will provide access to state-of-the-art technology and software solutions.
“Trimble’s generous support will equip our students and faculty with state-of-the-art technology, while setting a historic precedent,” said Andrew Chin, Assoc. AIA, dean, FAMU’s School of Architecture & Engineering Technology. “We are honored by a gift that demonstrates a commitment to cultivating a diverse and technologically proficient generation of architects and engineers.”
Trimble’s philanthropic fund donated software, hardware, and a grant for renovating classroom spaces to house new technology labs. FAMU is the first institution to receive a grant from Trimble Foundation Fund for establishing a Trimble Technology Lab.
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“Establishing our first technology lab at an HBCU underscores our commitment to fostering a more diverse and inclusive construction workforce,” said Amy Northcutt, director of education and outreach at Trimble. “By partnering with Florida A&M University and providing a grant from the Trimble Foundation to support facility renovations, we aim to create a more equitable environment in the industry. This initiative ensures that FAMU students have access to cutting-edge resources and tools, enhancing their education and preparing them for successful careers in construction.”
“The facilities grant from the Trimble Foundation offers a distinctive opportunity for FAMU students to access cutting-edge technology in the construction industry, enhancing their competitiveness in this rapidly evolving field,” said Doreen Kobelo, Ph.D., director of the division of engineering technology at FAMU. “Given the limited funding for capacity building, this grant allows for significant student advancement through solutions that would otherwise be inaccessible with state funding. This initiative will increase the number of underrepresented minorities equipped with expertise in advanced construction design and management solutions.”
The lab includes a broad range of Trimble’s industry-leading geospatial and construction solutions. This includes the Trimble Ri robotic total station and XR10 HoloLens hardhat. It also includes advanced software solutions. These include RealWorks scanning software, Trimble Business Center Infrastructure Construction edition, Tekla Structures, Tekla Structural Designer, Trimble Connect AR interactive collaboration software, and the company’s popular 3D modeling solution, SketchUp.
Trimble Foundation Fund
Trimble Foundation Fund is a donor-advised fund. It focuses its charitable giving on the missions of supporting natural disaster and climate resilience. It promotes female education and empowerment and advancing diversity, equity and inclusion. The Trimble Foundation Fund is aligned to the company’s commitment towards building a more sustainable future. For more information on the Trimble Foundation Fund, visit: foundation.trimble.com.
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