Watson Industrial Outreach
Professional Education. Industry Partnerships. Lasting Impact.
The Watson Industrial Outreach office at ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ’s Thomas J. Watson College of Engineering and Applied Science is dedicated to professional development and outreach services for the engineering community and technology-intensive industries.
Its mission is to assist professionals and engineers in achieving their professional goals through lifelong learning and skill development. The office delivers a range of programs — including seminars, symposia, short courses, workshops, conferences, and customized training — that address emerging engineering issues vital to innovation and global competitiveness. We also manage the New York Strategic Partnership for Industrial Resurgence (SPIR) program and other industry initiatives.
Our focus areas include:
- Supporting lifelong professional development for engineers and industry professionals.
- Collaborating directly with industry to design educational programs meeting specific needs.
- Offering both traditional and distance learning options to make education accessible.
- Promoting technology transfer and sharing ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ’s intellectual expertise with the global community.
Continuing Education and Professional Development
Check out the courses you can take to advance your career, either online or on campus.
Strategic Partnership for Industrial Resurgence
SPIR program assists small and mid-sized businesses through partnership projects.
