Technology & Engineering

Technology and Engineering Education is committed to preparing students for employment and/or continuing education opportunities by teaching them to understand, design, produce, use, and manage the human made world in order to contribute and function in a technological society.

CAREERS IN TECHNOLOGY AND ENGINEERING

Nationally, engineering is the second largest of all professions. In Utah, it is one of the fastest growing industries, having a projected growth rate of 4.7% through the year 2010, creating approximately 11,000 jobs. Due to the expansion of jobs in the technical fields and the increasing numbers of engineers who are retiring, the number of job openings in technology and engineering continues to increase. There is a critical shortage of engineers and engineering technologists entering the field at a time when technology is reinventing itself every few years. Careers in technology and engineering include, but are not limited to:

  • Communications: Architectural Drafter, Broadcast Technician, Commercial Art Director
  • Construction: Carpenter, Construction Inspector, Operating Engineer
  • Engineering: Civil Engineer, Computer Software Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Mechanical Engineer
  • Manufacturing: Assembler and Fabricator, Electrical Engineer, Industrial Engineer, Machinist
  • Transportation & Energy: Automotive Specialty Technician, Electronic Engineer, Transportation Manager
STUDENT LEADERSHIP ORGANIZATION

The Technology Student Association (TSA) is the student leadership organization for Technology and Engineering Education. 2002-2003 marked the 25th anniversary of TSA. TSA plays a vital role in giving students an opportunity to compete and excel in their activities. The winners of the high school competitions are invited to compete at nationals each year.

  • Nationally there are over 115,000 members in 1,500 chapters in 47 states.
  • Utah has over 4,900 members.

www.tsaweb.org

our vision...

is to see that every student receives the academic knowledge and technical skills needed to be successful in the technology and engineering career of his or her choice, by combining engineering principles, mathematics, and science courses that result in a logical thought process. Technology and Engineering Education students will develop essential career preparation skills through technical and academic courses, as well as personal leadership opportunities.