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Texas State Technical College System published the first of an ongoing series of emerging technology program studies in 2003 through its Programs for Emerging Technologies research. The series includes reports on Nanotechnology, Homeland Security, Fuel Cells, Digital Games, and Emerging Technoogy Programs (Computer Forensics, Digital Manufacturing, Hybrid Vehicles and MEMS).  The research hopes to drive the development and support of emerging technology curriculum and facilitate informed and accurate future curriculum development efforts for all Texas community and technical colleges.

The reports are distributed to more than 200 Texas community and technical college instructional officers and a number of other key stakeholders related to nanotechnology, curriculum development, and economic development in Texas.

About PET
TSTC’s Programs for Emerging Technologies (PET) identifies, evaluates and forecasts potential emerging technology programs which are likely to have a positive impact on the State's economy. This research is intended to increase awareness of specific emerging technical programs and proactively advance the development of applicable high-technology curriculum in Texas community and technical colleges.  By doing so, PET hopes to enhance the economic competitiveness of Texas and ensure a competitively skilled workforce for future Texas employers. 

About Texas State Technical College
Texas State Technical College (TSTC) is a public coeducational institution of higher education offering courses of study in technical education leading to the award of Certificates and Associate of Applied Science degrees. TSTC also provides technical education and training to business and industry, continuing education to the public, and training programs for community and state economic development. TSTC colleges are located in Harlingen, Marshall, West Texas and Waco with extension centers in Abilene, Brownwood and Breckenridge. TSTC serves students from more than 200 counties in Texas and TSTC graduates begin their careers in high-paying jobs across the state or continue their education at colleges and universities. TSTC graduates are highly valued by business and industry for their work ethic, knowledge and workplace skills. Texas State Technical Colleges are fully accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. For more information, visit TSTC on the web at www.tstc.edu or call (800) 792-8784.