• IEEE Ryerson Python Workshop 3

    Ryerson University (Victoria Building, Room VIC 301)

    IEEE Ryerson Student Branch, IEEE Ryerson Computer Chapter, WIE IEEE Toronto, IEEE Computational Intelligence Chapter, and Robotics/ Automation Chapter are Please to announce the third workshop of their series of python workshops. A series of 6 workshops will give the participants the ability to use the basics of python to help them in their study or workplace. At the end of these workshops there will be a certificate given to participants who attended these workshops. Day & Time: Monday, March 5, 2018 6:00 p.m. ‐ 8:00 p.m. Location: Ryerson University (Victoria Building, Room VIC 301) Contact: ieee.ryersonu@gmail.com Organizer: IEEE Ryerson Student Branch, IEEE Ryerson Computer Chapter, IEEE Computational Intelligence Chapter, WIE IEEE Toronto, Instrumentation-Measurement/Robotics-Automation Register at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ieee-ryerson-python-workshop-3-tickets-43189931247

  • IEEE Ryerson Python Workshop 4

    Ryerson University (Victoria Building, Room VIC 301)

    IEEE Ryerson Student Branch, IEEE Ryerson Computer Chapter, WIE IEEE Toronto, IEEE Computational Intelligence Chapter, and Robotics/ Automation Chapter are Please to announce the fourth workshop of their series of python workshops. A series of 6 workshops will give the participants the ability to use the basics of python to help them in their study or workplace. At the end of these workshops there will be a certificate given to participants who attended these workshops. Day & Time: Monday, March 12, 2018 6:00 p.m. ‐ 8:00 p.m. Location: Ryerson University (Victoria Building, Room VIC 301) Contact: ieee.ryersonu@gmail.com Organizer: IEEE Ryerson Student Branch, IEEE Ryerson Computer Chapter, IEEE Computational Intelligence Chapter, WIE IEEE Toronto, Instrumentation-Measurement/Robotics-Automation

  • Privacy in Health Overview and Privacy by Design Concept

    Room A3-13, Centennial College, Progress Campus 941 Progress Ave., Toronto, Ontario, M1G 3T8

    Tuesday, March 20th at 12:30 p.m., Patrick Lu, CEO at Privacy Horizon, will be presenting “Privacy in Health Overview and Privacy by Design Concept”. Day & Time: Tuesday, March 20, 2018 12:30 p.m. Speaker: Patrick Lu, CEO Privacy Horizon Location: Room A3-13 Centennial College, Progress Campus 941 Progress Ave., Toronto, Ontario, M1G 3T8 Contact: Dr. Maryam Davoudpour Organizer: IEEE Toronto WIE, Instrumentation/ Measurement – Robotics Automation Chapters Abstract: A privacy management program ensures that an organization has the necessary infrastructure in place to protect personal information from loss or theft, or from unauthorized access, modification, copying, collection, use, disclosure or retention. This presentation will discuss the essential elements of a privacy management program.

  • Cybersecurity Challenges in Today’s Big Data Obsessed Environment

    Room A3-13, Centennial College, Progress Campus 941 Progress Ave., Toronto, Ontario, M1G 3T8

    Thursday, March 22nd at 12:30 p.m., Sean Duchstein, Cyber Security Professional, will be presenting “Cybersecurity Challenges in Today’s Big Data Obsessed Environment”. Day & Time: Thursday, March 22, 2018 12:30 p.m. Speaker: Sean Duchstein, Cyber Security Professional Paladion Location: Room A3-13 Centennial College, Progress Campus 941 Progress Ave., Toronto, Ontario, M1G 3T8 Contact: Dr. Maryam Davoudpour Organizer: IEEE Toronto WIE, Instrumentation/ Measurement – Robotics Automation Chapters Abstract: Ability to timely detect security breaches and respond adequately is essential for business continuity. Paladion cyber defense strategies and mechanisms help companies staying ahead of cyber attacks.

  • IEEE Ryerson – IOT Smart City Hackathon

    George Vari Engineering and Computing Centre, 245 Church St, Toronto, ON M5B 1Z4, Canada

    IEEE Ryerson presents IOT for Smart Cities Hackathon. It is a 24 hour hackathon happening on March 24th. Attendees can join as a team of 3 or we can place you in a team. It’s an open Hackathon, so anyone from any department and any institution can attend; doesn’t matter about your skill level and experience. Teams will present their final projects in front of a panel of judges for a chance to win prize money and an exciting opportunity to network with variety of industry personnel. Materials will be provided on the day of the hackathon. 1st Place: $750 2nd Place: $500 3rd Place: $250 Day & Time: 9:00 a.m. Saturday, March 24, 2018 – 1:00 p.m. Sunday, March 25, 2018 Location: George Vari Engineering and Computing Centre 245 Church St., Toronto, Ontario Contact: Dr. Maryam Davoudpour Organizer: IEEE Ryerson, IEEE Toronto WIE, IEEE Toronto Instrumentation & Measurement – Robotics & Automation Hardware, such as Micrcontrollers, a variety of sensors, and other peripherals etc. will be provided and you are free to use to the web as a resource! Prizes will be awarded for the first 3 teams, and professional from IBM, City of Brampton will be present! Apply at: https://www.iotsmartcityhack.tech by Sunday, March 18th! Acceptance applicant will be required to pay $10 fee.

  • Women in Robotics: Early Careers in Robotics, Hardware and AI

    100 College St, Toronto, ON M5G 1L5, Canada

    Wednesday, April 4th at 6:00 p.m., come and hear from a group of young engineers as they share their experiences finding jobs, where they see opportunities, and what they wish they knew when they first started out – “Women in Robotics: Early Careers in Robotics, Hardware and AI”. Day & Time: Wednesday, April 4, 2018 6:00 p.m. ‐ 9:00 p.m. Speakers: Fiona Chui, UAS Intelligence Developer, SkyX Systems Corp Geneviève Foley, Senior Research Engineer, Medical Robotics, Kinova Kirusha Srimohanarajah, Technology Transfer Developer, Synaptive Medical Location: OnRamp, Suite 150 100 College Street, Toronto ON M5G 1L5 RVSP: https://www.meetup.com/GYBORobotics/events/249241506 Organizer: IEEE Toronto Women in Engineering, Instrumentation & Measurement – Robotics & Automation Chapter Abstract: In celebration of National Engineering Month, March 2018 and International Women’s Day, March 8, 2018, come and hear from a group of young engineers as they share their experiences finding jobs, where they see opportunities, and what they wish they knew when they first started out. The speakers will also share some of their work. This event is produced by the GYBO Robotics Network in partnership with the Society of Women Engineers Toronto and the IEEE Women in Engineering Toronto Chapter.

  • Data Security and Privacy in Healthcare

    Room A3-13, Centennial College, Progress Campus 941 Progress Ave., Toronto, Ontario, M1G 3T8

    Monday, April 9th at 12:30 p.m., Dave Rajnauth, will be presenting “Data Security and Privacy in Healthcare”. Day & Time: Monday, April 9, 2018 12:30 p.m. Speaker: Dave Rajnauth GRA Consultants Location: Room A3-13 Centennial College, Progress Campus 941 Progress Ave., Toronto, Ontario, M1G 3T8 Contact: Dr. Maryam Davoudpour Organizer: IEEE Toronto WIE, Instrumentation/ Measurement – Robotics Automation Chapters Abstract: Complex challenges of data security and privacy in healthcare requires innovative and cost effective solutions for healthcare organizations. A good understanding of these challenges and the complex task of protecting data privacy is essential in preventing data breaches. This presentation is an overview of the cybersecurity challenges face by health care organizations.

  • Introduction To Robotics and Automation

    Welcome to IEEE Introduction to Robotics and Automation. This course develops students' skills and self-confidence in common automation practices. The student will learn the parts of a robot, how they work together and the theory and code used to control them. Date & Time: Monday May 28th, 2018 2:30 p.m. Location: Humber North Campus, J Building Organizers: IEEE Toronto WIE, IEEE Toronto Robotics Chapter, IEEE Humber Student Affinity Group For information, please contact: maryam.davoudpour@ieee.org

  • Introduction To Robotics Class 2: Practical Introduction to Robot Subsystems

    Humber College North Campus, J Building

    Students will learn the basic robot building blocks through hands on examples. By the end of the lesson students will precisely control a motor through Arduino code. The flow of information and signals will be examined. Students should read online tutorials on: 1. How to control a servo motor via Arduino 2. How a rotary encoder sensor works and how to use them via Arduino. Date & Time: Monday June 4th, 2018 3:30 p.m. Location: Humber North Campus, J Building Organizers: IEEE Toronto WIE, IEEE Toronto Robotics Chapter, IEEE Humber Student Affinity Group For information, please contact: Dr Maryam Davoudpour

  • Introduction to Robotics Class 3: Introduction to Encoders and Feedback

    Humber North Campus, J Building

    Students will learn the basic robot building blocks through hands on examples. By the end of the lesson students will precisely control a motor through Arduino code. The flow of information and signals will be examined. Students should read online tutorials on: 1. How to control a servo motor via Arduino 2. How a rotary encoder sensor works and how to use them via Arduino. Date & Time: Monday June 11th, 2018 3:30 p.m. Organizers: IEEE Toronto WIE, IEEE Toronto Robotics Chapter, IEEE Humber Student Affinity Group Location: Humber North Campus, J Building For information, please contact: Dr. Maryam Davoudpour

  • Introduction to Microcontrollers

    Humber North Campus, J Building

    The workshop is to introduce students to Ardunio microcontroller programming, a way to get the knowledge about microcontrollers. This involves hardware component and software components. Date & Time: Wednesday June 13th, 2018 2:30 p.m. Organizers: IEEE Toronto WIE, IEEE Toronto Robotics Chapter, IEEE Humber Student Affinity Group Location: Humber North Campus, J Building For information, please contact: Dr. Maryam Davoudpour