Impact

CNERG: Comprehensive get to know communication model for the new international college students in Canada

Navigating life in Canada as a new international student comes with a range of challenges. Recognizing that current resources often lack cohesion, this project investigates the communication dissemination strategies and tactics that reaches international students upon their arrival.

Innovative energy management for electric vehicle charging and storage at Conestoga's SMART Centre

The project was developed in two phases to enhance system intelligence and usability. In the first phase, communication data is integrated into a centralized database, while an interface is established to connect the system with IT management tools, enabling real-time monitoring and greater visibility.

CNERG: Exchange rate effects and the Canadian food and beverage sector

The Canadian food and beverage manufacturing sector is becoming increasingly reliant on exports. This project aims to analyze how changes in the Canada-U.S. exchange rate affect net exports across different industry segments, providing valuable insights to businesses navigating currency fluctuations.

Enhancing efficiency and care with AI-powered document sorting for clinics

In Canada’s medical clinics, managing the steady flow of incoming electronic documents is a significant, time-intensive task. Addressing these gaps, Spring Medical Corp. sought to develop a secure, open-source AI solution that could integrate seamlessly into OSCAR-based EMR systems.

Advancing machine learning for industrial automation at Archronix

Archronix sought to enhance the capabilities of its industrial control unit by developing advanced machine learning functionalities for automotive feature recognition. The existing control unit had the potential to integrate TensorFlow-driven image processing through third-party accelerators.

Automating safety and efficiency in Eaton's paint line operations

Eaton’s Milton facility faced a critical challenge in managing the manual loading and unloading of its paint line, especially with larger, heavier parts that presented safety risks for operators.

Perfecting quality: Crafty Ramen partners with CFRIL to optimize frozen noodle texture

Crafty Ramen is a Guelph-based restaurant, noodle shop, and market. Founded in 2017 by Jared and Miki Ferrall, Crafty Ramen has expanded from a single restaurant location in Guelph to multiple locations around the Kitchener-Waterloo area, an e-commerce division, meal kit partnerships, and a selection of their ramen in major grocery stores.

Improving peer review in a capstone business course

This project builds on a pilot study that explored students’ experiences and perceptions of peer review in a capstone course. The project will explore the impact of several new teaching strategies and learning activities to improve the peer review process in a capstone course.

The impact of COIL experiences on students development of global skills and competencies

Collaborative Online Interational Learning (COIL) has been piloted at Conestoga for the last two years, involving 600 students over this time. This project aims to explore how the experience of participating in a COIL course impacts students’ acquisition of global skills and competencies.

Exploring Faculty Attitudes and Perceptions of adopting new technology in teaching

This research aims to provide insights into faculty’s current attitudes and perceptions towards adopting and innovating with educational technology to inform potential future changes in post-pandemic post-secondary contexts.