The College exists as the region's principal resource for educational, applied research, and service programs. All of the College's disciplines enjoy popularity and need in the marketplace. The demand for computer science is strong and is expected to continue. The need for entry-level engineers is expected to continue to be high. The large number of practicing engineers in the region also provides a strong market for graduate and continuing education programs.
All disciplines have nearby untapped markets for students and research.
The College is fortunate in being located in a growing, dynamic metropolitan area with strong manufacturing, banking, and health care industries and at the end of a developing economic corridor that reaches Atlanta. Nearly one-third of the U. S. population lives within 500 miles of Chattanooga. It is a leader in the development and manufacturing of electric-powered vehicles for mass transit and has one of the largest electric bus fleets in the country, consistent with the City's commitment to environmental and urban ecology. This environment enriches the learning and research experiences for our students, faculty, and staff and contributes to the vision of a dynamic future for the College.