The 1980 SAE sponsored Midwest Baja was attended by thirteen schools. The Michigan Technological University vehicle finished fourth overall in the competition but first of the first year entries. Participation in this event requires a considerable investment of time and resources on the part of the students and faculty but the rewards are great. The student chapter faculty advisor sees the activity as an enjoyable competitive experience for the SAE student members to learn first hand and in a responsible way what it means to be an engineer. The design professor sees the project as one of the best tools for teaching and learning the interrelation of product design, manufacture, time schedules, costs and project management. The technical advisors see the activity as an opportunity for the participating students to operate in a complex coordinated group effort that is a realistic model of industry. The students see the activity as an important part of their education. They tackle an interesting competitive project, complete it, and are proud of their successes. The Midwest Baja is of much value and it is strongly recommended to be continued but with some changes to make the competition new each year.
Citation: Ursini, V., Evers, L., Kauppila, R., and Carlson, D., "Midwest Baja—Perspectives on Participation," SAE Technical Paper 800956, 1980, https://doi.org/10.4271/800956. Download Citation
Author(s):
Vincent J. Ursini, Lawrence W. Evers, Raymond W. Kauppila, David A. Carlson
Affiliated:
Michigan Technological Univ
Pages: 12
Event:
1980 SAE International Off-Highway and Powerplant Congress and Exposition
ISSN:
0148-7191
e-ISSN:
2688-3627
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