"This is a federal grant awarded in different amounts annually, based on need, to high schools and technical colleges through the South Dakota Department of Education," said Brian Watland, Western Dakota Tech Vice President for Finance and Operations. "Now that we know the grant amount we have received, we can purchase items now so our students can benefit right away! The program
The Perkins request process follows along with the annual budget creation process for Western Dakota Tech. Program instructors create a "wish
Perkins grant money has been awarded to the following programs for purchases this school year:
• Computer Aided Drafting - 3-D virtual reality goggles and an aerial drone.
• Computer Science - Computer RAM upgrades.
• Dental Assisting - Additional X-ray equipment.
• Environmental Engineering - Electronic diagnostic equipment upgrades, Rotap shakers and a sieve analysis system.
• Fire Science - Bunker gear, racks for SCBA Tanks, shop vices, climbing and
• SIM Center - New high-tech eyeball for one of the patient simulators.
• Welding & Fabrication - Robotic welding technology.
About Western Dakota Tech
Western Dakota Tech
Western Dakota Tech offers programs in a variety of fields, including Business and Computers, Construction and Manufacturing, Energy and Environmental Technologies, Health Sciences, Legal and Public Services, and Transportation Technologies.
More than 96 percent of Western Dakota Tech's most recent graduates are working, continuing their education, or are enlisted in the military.
Western Dakota Tech faculty, staff, and administration focus their efforts on helping students gain the skills and experiences they need to succeed. Through hands-on learning, internships, and industry partnerships, Western Dakota Tech students graduate ready to make a real and immediate contribution to their employers and to their communities.
For information about Western Dakota Tech, call (800) 544-8765 or (605) 718-2565 or send an email to admissions@wdt.edu. Visit us on the web at www.wdt.edu.
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