Each chapter must define which technology programs are to participate in the local chapter and what academic standard will be used to determine eligibility. These guidelines are in the Constitution. The chapter may impose other requirements as befitting to the institution such as election into the society by the current members, completion of certain courses, etc. These requirements must be approved by the Board of Directors. The induction ceremony for new members should be conducted at a meeting of only current Tau Alpha Pi Members and the inductees.
Some chapters hold banquets or other ceremonies.
Inductees are to be presented with their certificates and pins at their induction ceremony. The members shall consider and develop activities in the spirit of Tau Alpha Pi and appropriate to the goals of the institution. Chapter can undertake a wide variety of activities in the spirit of promoting and recognizing excellence in Engineering Technology. The specifics should be left up to the members but common activities are fund-raisers, tutoring programs, and social activities. The Tau Alpha Pi Journal will contain many descriptions of activities conducted by other chapters which can be used for inspiration.