DTIC Innovation & Education Resource Library

Welcome to the DTIC Innovation & Education Resource Library, a centralized hub designed to empower our university community with the knowledge and skills needed to pioneer the future of military medicine. This repository is a key component of our initiative to upskill students and faculty in technology and innovation, providing tools to foster a culture of grassroots invention and strategic advancement.

Our goal is to formalize and accelerate educational pathways in technology and innovation. Whether you are a medical student looking to build technical competencies, a member of a medical student interest group who is seeking to align your projects with strategic priorities, or a faculty member interested in emerging technologies, this library is your starting point. The resources here are designed to provide perspective, offer foundational knowledge, and grant access to the tools needed for rapid prototyping and development.

Explore Our Learning Modules

This library is a dynamic and growing collection of "micro-credentialing" materials, including short courses, instructional videos, and links to existing university resources. These modules are intended to serve as primers, giving you an appreciation for what is possible and connecting you with subject matter experts on campus.

Current and planned topics include:

• Data & Programming
  • Basic Informatics
  • Python Scripting
  • Google Cloud Platform & Workspace
• Medical Technology & Design
  • 3D Modeling for Medicine
  • Bioinformatics
• Innovation & Operations
  • Lean Six Sigma Principles
  • Navigating FDA Regulations & Intellectual Property (IP)
  • Leadership, Finance, and Partnership Agreements

A New Model for Education

This resource library is the first step in a broader curriculum reform aimed at providing flexible, engaging learning opportunities for all students. Modeled after successful longitudinal programs, our vision is to create dedicated space in USU curricula for students to pursue innovation tracks, research, and other advanced certifications.

We are actively developing these materials and welcome your participation. This repository will serve as a testing ground to gather feedback and refine our content. We encourage you to explore the modules and tell us what you find most useful as we build a more robust, formalized curriculum for a three-week summer "crash course" and beyond.