Associate Science in Engineering and Engineering Technology (ASEET) Program

The Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute (SIPI), a national Indian community college, is developing a model for engineering technology and engineering transfer programs that will be reproducible and applicable to other locations with significant Indian populations. By employing articulation agreements with a wide range of four and two-year institutions, national laboratories and industry, SIPI is providing lower division courses in engineering and in engineering technology allowing participants to go directly into the workforce or continue with baccalaureate programs. ASEET's comprehensive program design encompasses curriculum development, faculty recruitment, professional development, community outreach, student recruitment, student retention, and career development for the transitions between high school and 2- and 4-year colleges.