Central Academy of Technology and Arts TSA: Innovating the Future, Today.

Develop a portfolio for a client-server architectural problem, including drawings, a model, and a presentation.

Participants create detailed architectural drawings and visualizations using CAD software.

Participants create detailed 3D models and representations of engineering parts or assemblies.

A team works to solve a design problem by creating a portfolio and a functional prototype.

Teams design, build, and test a truss structure to determine its design efficiency.

Participants design and create a scale model of a transportation vehicle that fits a specific theme.

Teams design, build, and program a manufacturing system to solve a specified problem.

Design, produce, and race a CO2-powered dragster, showcasing principles of aerodynamics and engineering.

Design, build, and fly a model aircraft to achieve the longest possible flight time.

Teams develop a prototype for a marketable product, documenting the design and manufacturing process.

Teams create a 3D animation on a given topic, showcasing their skills in modeling, rendering, and storytelling.

Design and build an animatronic device with at least three movements, documenting the process in a portfolio.

Teams produce a podcast episode on a given theme, demonstrating skills in recording, editing, and storytelling.

Participants design, build, and market an original board game.

Teams create an illustrated children's story of high artistic, instructional, and social value.

Teams create a short film based on a specific theme.

Research, design, and create a portfolio and prototype for a fashion line, incorporating technology.

Develop a video game that addresses a specific theme.

Create a graphic design solution for a client, such as a logo, branding package, or promotional materials.

Participants create an original piece of music for a specified purpose, demonstrating technical and creative skill.

Teams write, shoot, and edit a short video in a single day at the conference.

Demonstrate skills in photography by capturing, editing, and presenting a portfolio of images.

Create a promotional piece for a TSA-related theme.

Participants use 3D computer graphics to create a visualization of a scientific or medical concept.

A team designs, builds, and launches a website for a given prompt.

Participants solve a series of programming problems using a designated programming language within a set time.

Respond to a series of challenges related to cybersecurity, including networking, encryption, and threat mitigation.

Teams analyze a large dataset to extract insights and present their findings.

Teams design, build, and fly a drone to complete specific tasks, emphasizing flight skills and mission planning.

Design, build, and program a robot to complete a specific task in a head-to-head competition.

Teams develop a software application to solve a real-world problem, documenting their process.

A team builds a control system to solve a problem, typically using a combination of hardware and software.

Research and create a solution to a biotechnological problem, presenting the findings in a display and portfolio.

A team researches and debates a controversial technology topic.

Participants write a research-based essay on a specified technology topic.

Participants give a 3-5 minute speech on a technology topic with limited preparation time.

Teams use forensic science skills to analyze a mock crime scene and identify a suspect.

Participants explore the career of a technology teacher by planning and delivering a lesson.

Participants use Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to analyze a real-world scenario.

Deliver a compelling oral presentation on a technology-related topic.

A team demonstrates their knowledge of TSA and technology concepts in a quiz-bowl format.

A pair of students works to solve a surprise technical problem on-site with limited materials.