Learn about the first of its kind in Canada for preparing future engineers with greater transdisciplinary knowledge.

Explore programming from ISTEP and its specialized hubs:
ILead — Troost Institute for Leadership Education in Engineering
ECP — Engineering Communication Program

Unlock your potential as an environmental change-maker by applying your engineering skills to the Clarke Prize Environmental Design Challenge

– Engineering Education
– Transdisciplinary Competencies
– Engineering Practice

Discover ISTEP’s past research initiatives and explore opportunities to collaborate on future transdisciplinary projects.

Browse peer‑reviewed papers and reports showcasing ISTEP’s research contributions.

Learn how ILead advances engineering leadership through research, education and workplace‑informed insights.
Leverage ISTEP’s expertise and partnerships to elevate your teaching practice and advance student success in engineering.

Partner with ISTEP faculty to integrate transdisciplinary concepts, leadership skills and innovative practices directly into your engineering courses.

Discover real examples and insights that illustrate innovative approaches learned in engineering education and practice.
Access opportunities that provide professional training, networking and meaningful engagement between ISTEP and the wider engineering community.

Register for training that can be tailored to your unique leadership development goals.

Join a space for engineers and connected professionals to share challenges, learnings and their lived experiences.

Get involved with ISTEP through speaking, volunteering or funding opportunities.
Explore everything happening at ISTEP from lectures and workshops to socials and games!

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Learn and discuss contemporary ethical issues in engineering with internationally recognized researchers.

A research showcase related to one of ISTEP’s pillars: leadership, communication, socio-technical thinking or business and entrepreneurship.
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