Additional Appropriate Technology courses are taught by members of the sociology and anthropology staff. Several of these professors have had vast experience in development projects in various countries of the world. A special feature of the major is senior design. For appropriate technology students, senior design often involves creating actual devices that can be put to use in communities that need them. The emphasis is on teamwork and design skills.
Students begin working in real engineering projects from their first term on campus.
From then on, each class and project builds on the last. The specific degree programs commence in the sophomore year. Senior elective concentrations are available in six areas of technology, with coursework tailored to student interests. A number of opportunities exist for dual degrees. Within one program, students can successfully complete the requirements to earn both the BSCE and BSAE degrees.