About the Academy for Engineering & Technology

Students enrolled in the Academy for Engineering and Technology (AET) dual enrollment program, which is also housed at IALR, have the opportunity to participate in engineering, math and English courses to earn college credits from Danville Community College. The two-year engineering curriculum consists of courses that focus on theory and design. Additionally, students will also participate in many experiential learning activities throughout the curriculum to apply their academic knowledge to on-the-job situations. The program is supported by a partnership between IALR, Danville Community College, Pittsylvania County Schools and Danville Public Schools.

The AET program demonstrates IALR’s commitment to expanding STEM capacity. 

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Director, STEM, Service and Lifelong Learning
Dana Silicki

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AET Benefits:

  • Valuable knowledge and experience in careers for which employers are hiring
  • Opportunities for a paid internship within the fields of engineering and technology
  • College credits that will transfer to engineering and technology degree programs
  • Leadership opportunities in the next generation of workforce talent

“AET laid the foundation for the next steps in my academic journey and career. I would not be working for astronauts if it wasn’t for AET.” – Shelita Hall, 2016 AET Graduate, NASA Engineering Trainee

For more information on the AET program, contact Dana Silicki.

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