The word “engineer” comes from the Latin root "ingeniare," meaning “to invent or design.” TSU teaches you the skills engineers need to find innovative solutions to today's complex problems, because we know the technical, intellectual, and interpersonal skills that today’s science and technology leaders must have to succeed.

The Allen School of Engineering and Technology is committed to the success of our students. Individualized attention from highly qualified professors—with advanced degrees form MIT, Yale, Princeton, Notre Dame, Virginia Tech, and Georgia Tech (85 percent have doctorates and one-third are registered professional engineers)—assures that students will achieve their goals and help to invent the future. There are no teaching assistants, and the average class size is 11 students. Engineering education begins immediately, with major-related courses the first semester.

Hands-on
As practicing engineers, students will be involved in developing and applying new technologies such as micro-scale cooling of computer chips; semi-conducting materials for thin film transistors; metallic recovery from scrap; hydrogen production from industrial waste; and instruments for use in orthopedic surgery. Student groups also participate in regional and national competitions, building anything from fire-fighting robots to off-road racing and utility vehicles.

Work ready
The senior design projects, the hands-on nature of the laboratories, and the practical experience have earned TSU graduates the reputation of being work-ready, making alumni better prepared than their colleagues from other engineering schools. TSU engineering graduates are highly sought by industry. This results in placement rates higher than 90 percent, with starting salaries above the national average.

Expertise
TSU also offers a five-year engineering program, requiring five academic years with one additional summer of study. Upon completion of the program, students receive both a bachelor’s degree in either civil or mechanical engineering and a master of engineering degree.

Are you ready to invent the future?