Engineering Technologies Academy

The Engineering and Technology Academy (ETECH) at Middle Tennessee State University offers a collection of courses where you will step into the world of engineering and technology. Cadets will have a variety of hands-on opportunities and complete a week-long project; be inspired by engineering and technology experts; and utilize and expand your teamwork and leadership skills while making life-long friends. Cadets will have the opportunity to earn their STEM badge.

NEW this year - Cadets choose from two specific tracks during the application process: Engineering or Media Technology

The Engineering Track is designed to provide cadets with an in-depth look at several engineering and technology fields.

What you’ll explore:

• Mechatronics
• Concrete science
• Airframe and powerplant (A&P) technology

and more!

Cadets will work in teams on a week-long project that is modeled after national engineering competitions. At the end of the week, the teams will test their models and present their projects.

The Media Technology Track will teach cadets about the technology used in media, public affairs, and marketing.

Get an in-depth look at:

• Photography
• Audio technology
• Video and film production

and more!

Cadets will work in teams on real world media products and will present their projects at the end of the week.

Ready to discover the many worlds of Engineering and Technologies?

If you are curious about all the different engineering and technology disciplines and crave hands-on exploration, Engineering Technologies Academy is for you!

Contact for Activity: christina.ragain@mowgcap.org

Activity Facebook Group for Participants, Parents, and Alumni: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/15K64PzZXX/

Note: Cadets enrolled in Cadet Wings are not eligible for national activities until they complete the program or are disenrolled.

Registration Prerequisites

The following are required at the time of application

• Must be at least 15 years old at start of activity

• Must be under the age of 21 at end of activity

• Must have Encampment Credit

• Must have updated CAP Health in prior 30 days

• Must be physically able to walk 1 to 3 miles per day

• Must have earned the Wright Brothers Award (C/SSgt)

Staff Application Information

Cadets:

• Must be at least 15 years old at start of activity

• Must be under the age of 21 at end of activity

• Must have Encampment Credit

• Must have updated CAP Health in prior 30 days

• Must be physically able to walk 1 to 3 miles per day

• Must have earned the Wright Brothers Award (C/SSgt)

• Must have leadership experience and some presentation skills

• Previous experience at E-Tech is preferred

Senior Members: 

• Must be current in Cadet Protection Training

• Must have updated CAP Health in prior 30 days

• Engineering or science background desirable

Apply in Registration Zone

Applications will be accepted from 15 December through 15 January at 12pm Central.  

Parent, Unit and Wing Approval deadlines must be met in order for an application to be considered. 

All participant and staff applications must be submitted via Registration Zone in eServices. 

Lift/Top is a needs-based financial assistance program. If selected as a Lift/Top recipient, your activity tuition will be paid by NHQ and you may have the option to receive a partial travel reimbursement towards round trip transportation to and from the activity. Lift/Top recipients must accept their slot in writing in order to receive this financial support.

CAP Cadet Scholarships: Through the generosity of our supporting donors, some CAP scholarships focus on supporting cadet attendance at NCSAs through a merit-based application process. Please see the Scholarship page to see the full list of available Activity Scholarships.

How to apply:

• Applications for both Lift/Top and CAP Scholarships are located in Registration Zone.

• You must apply for each program for which you wish to be considered.

• Lift/Top and each CAP Cadet Scholarship have their own individual Registration Zone events, separate from activity applications.

Important:

• Applying for these financial support programs does not guarantee financial assistance will be offered.

• Being offered financial assistance is not a guarantee of acceptance into an activity.

• You must compete for and receive a slot at an activity.

• You will be notified if you are a recipient of financial aid/scholarship before you are required to accept or decline a slot at an activity.

The deadline to apply for these financial support programs is 15 January at 12pm Central. No late applications will be accepted. 

• Actively participate in 80% of the contact hours and not dismissed early for behavior

• 80% of curriculum verified by completed assignments

• Activity Director determines course objectives met

• Activity Staff will provide transportation between Nashville International Airport (KBNA) and the activity location.

• Required Staff Training on TBD at TBD