University of Michigan-Dearborn & Henry Ford College

The University of Michigan-Dearborn is teaming up with Henry Ford College in the Battery Workforce Challenge. The team is united by a shared vision that extends beyond technological innovation.

The University of Michigan-Dearborn & Henry Ford College BattChallenge team's aspiration is not only to excel in the competition, but to emerge as leaders, setting a standard for collaborative problem-solving and demonstrating the power of a team with varied backgrounds.

The University of Michigan-Dearborn is particularly enthusiastic about its collaboration with Henry Ford College, leveraging the strengths of both institutions to create a synergy that goes beyond the competition to make a lasting impact in all domains of manufacturing.  

The University of Michigan-Dearborn & Henry Ford College Battery Workforce Challenge team is dedicated to cultivating a skilled workforce for the ever-evolving battery industry. The crew aims to empower individuals with the knowledge and expertise necessary to drive innovation. Its mission is to contribute to a sustainable future by shaping leaders who will propel advancements in battery technology.

Year one goals for the team include:

• Project manager's main goal: For all team members to be aware of or familiar with the industry standards related to their roles.

• Lead faculty advisor's primary goal: Significantly expand the impact of the Battery Workforce Challenge across all three campuses of the University of Michigan (Dearborn, Ann Arbor and Flint) and the surrounding communities as well as increase awareness and engagement, encouraging more students to actively participate in the challenge.

• Hardware lead's goal: Provide thorough documentation of everything completed in year one so that there is complete transfer of knowledge to new members even after current members inevitably leave the program.