Steel Curriculum Development Grant
Forecasted
Steel Curriculum Development Grant supports university faculty developing or updating steel-related curricula to increase student participation in steel subjects and interest in iron and steel careers.
Funder: Association for Iron & Steel Technology
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: US$25,000 over three years: US$10,000 in each of years 1–2 and US$5,000 in year 3
Summary: Supports university faculty developing or updating steel-related curricula to increase student participation and interest in iron and steel careers.
Key Information: Applicants must be professors of engineering or engineering technology at North American universities.
Description
The AIST Foundation, the foundation of the Association for Iron & Steel Technology, supports development or updating of steel-related curricula at North American universities. The program aims to increase the number of students studying steel-related subjects and pursuing iron and steel industry careers after graduation. Selected professors have discretion to design projects that enhance the industry’s role or visibility in courses or other programs.
The grant emphasizes up-to-date instruction in steel manufacturing, engagement across disciplines, and direct student interaction with industry. Projects can combine curriculum improvements with activities that build connections to steel companies or industry suppliers. Reviewers consider academic impact, benefits to steel-related engineering education, and the potential to increase the number of students employable by the industry.
