Engineering Technologies Articles

Holding up his smartphone, Daniel J. Clarke recalls those who thought email was a fad and pagers were here to stay. A multiple Penn College graduate shares real-world perspective with humor and insight. Smaller devices make for a smaller world, as Clarke can interact globally without leaving Pennsylvania.

Pennsylvania College of Technology was one of three runners-up in a national contest to find the best automotive technician training school in the country. WIX Filters and O'Reilly Auto Parts partnered with Tomorrow's Technician magazine as title sponsors for the competition, which was won by Clover Park Technical College in Lakewood, Wash.

Marc E. Bridgens, dean of construction and design technologies, assesses progress Friday. Mountain stone climbs the exterior walls of the turbine-control building, rising to meet the white vinyl siding that will soon be installed. The 576-square-foot structure will be topped by a blue metal roof, matching another at the ETEC site.

An eye-catching antique A 1909 Chalmers, on extended loan to Penn College's new automotive restoration technology major, took up residence in Madigan Library on Wednesday. At left, the car (which no doubt will attract considerable attention at this month's Open House and beyond) grabs the eye of Charles M.

While natural gas exploration throughout Pennsylvania has stirred debate in recent years, there is one issue on which most can agree: the emergence of viable employment opportunities. The natural gas sector offers rewarding career prospects, especially for those with a technical skill set.

Seven students in Pennsylvania College of Technology’s construction majors have been awarded a total of $14,500 in varied scholarships, a significant reminder of employers’ support for the college’s sought-after “degrees that work.” “It is a testament to the industries that have provided funding for the educational opportunities of our students,” said Marc E.

Nathan C. Pysher points out some of the skills needed to be a hands-on forester. Brandon J. Novakoski handles with ease a student's questions on the differences between native and ornamental trees. Professor Dennis F. Ringling shares with Athens High School students the outstanding hardwood forests in Pennsylvania.

Michael K. Patterson addresses the crowd prior to Tuesday's unveiling. Awaiting the dropping of the tarp Lee Patterson, of Woolrich, acknowledges recognition by her son, along with (from left) Charlie Darrow, Anne Darrow Combs and Greg Bianchi. A pleasing presentation Arts committee member Mark Murawski celebrates the artist and his achievement.

Inspired by students and driven by need, an associate professor of aviation at Pennsylvania College of Technology has written a textbook for his avionics classes. Thomas D. Inman’s “Avionics: Beyond the AET” – available in bookstores and already incorporated into the School of Transportation Technology curriculum – has been published by AVOTEK Information Resources.

Andrew L. Stamey, of Danville, lends a hand with the hose. The Lumley Aviation Center' hangar floor provides ample workspace for Misty Blues' air-show preparations. Assisting Team RV are students Jonel A. Murray, of Brooklyn, N.Y. (left), and Rameshwar Singh, of Queens Village, N.Y.