The Department of Engineering and Technology
The Department of Engineering & Technology has a mission to prepare students to compete globally in their fields of study and to achieve excellence in undergraduate education, research, and public service.
Vision Statement
Based on its mission, future endeavors, and capabilities, the Department Engineering & Technology proposes the following vision:
The Department Engineering & Technology Program of Southern University at Shreveport is dedicated to provide quality education and the advancement of best practices through fostering a learning environment conducive to the enhancement of technical competency skills, critical- thinking skills, problem- solving abilities, and interpersonal skills for all students in an effort to assure success with entry- level competencies for the profession and the public. Program faculty will aspire to instill a commitment to “lifelong learning” and “ethical values” in students throughout their educational experience and as future practitioners serving, contributing, and applying their newfound knowledge as competent and skilled professionals in a global technological industry.
Engineering & Technology Overview
Since the inception in 1988, the Department of Engineering & Technology programs has undergone significant changes including the addition of new exciting programs spurned by the synergism of dedicated faculty, investment of local, state, and governmental stakeholders and ambitious students who are the major factors for our success. From the beginning, we have challenged ourselves to combine our great HBCU traditions of friendliness and a welcoming environment with exciting and new emerging technologies.