Department of Technology
The diverse curriculum offered by the Walla Walla University Department of Technology will teach you to effectively utilize the most current knowledge and skills necessary to perform at the top of the technical field of your choice. You will focus on a specific area of interest while receiving a broad overview in other areas of technology and general studies. In every area of study, real-world and hands-on experience is highly emphasized. Each field of study offers work opportunities within the department to help you hone the skills needed to excel in a competitive work environment.
Automotive
You will learn what makes automobiles and their systems work, how and why they fail, and how to use tools and equipment to diagnose and repair the defects quickly and effectively.
![A student works on repairing a car.](/fileadmin/_processed_/7/f/csm_Automotive_9bbedff669.png)
Automotive Service major (Bachelor of Science)
![A female automotive student helps two customers outside the auto shop.](/fileadmin/_processed_/4/1/csm_Automotive_Management_2704dca777.png)
Automotive Management major (Bachelor of Science)
![Three automotive students inspect the engine of a car to asses necessary repairs.](/fileadmin/_processed_/8/1/csm_Automotive_Technology_Specialization_0944f76fc8.png)
Automotive Technology specialization (Associate of Science)
Aviation
You'll learn how aircrafts fly, how to operate them safely, and how to interact in the world of professional aviation. During training you will be at the controls and learning first hand the challenges and rewards of operating aircraft.
![A student stands outside the cockpit of a Beechcraft Duchess.](/fileadmin/_processed_/4/c/csm_Aviation_3aca32c386.png)
Aviation Management major (Bachelor of Science)
![A student inspects the underside of an airplane wing.](/fileadmin/_processed_/4/a/csm_Aviation_Technology_e241ae24ea.png)
Aviation Technology major (Bachelor of Science)
![A female aviation student sits in the pilots seat and inspects the various instruments of the aircraft.](/fileadmin/_processed_/0/4/csm_Aviation_Technology_Specialization_036d078ad5.png)
Aviation Technology specialization (Associate of Science)
![A student pilots and practices landing an aircraft.](/fileadmin/_processed_/4/f/csm_Aviation_Minor_cb224e7910.png)
Aviation minor
Product Design
This major focuses on the design of user-friendly products and systems. Through an insight-driven design process, students develop meaningful and innovative products. Students work in a studio environment where collaboration and critical thinking are encouraged.
![A student proudly presents his product design project to the camera.](/fileadmin/_processed_/f/9/csm_Product_Design_Major_8ab3f7057d.png)
Product Design major (Bachelor of Science)
![Two students work on their design project.](/fileadmin/_processed_/d/2/csm_Product-design_0138340dc9.png)
Product Design specialization (Associate of Science)
Technology
![A student is machining a part using a lathe.](/fileadmin/_processed_/f/c/csm_Technology-minor_f986b66d6d.png)
Technology minor
Looking for information on graphic design? There’s change in the air and this program is moving to the Department of Visual Arts. Learn more about the new graphic design program >