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Three years. 70,000 square feet. Unlimited opportunities.<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

On March 25, 2021, Indiana Tech unveiled a plan to invest $21.5 million to expand and renovate its Zollner Engineering Center. Today, the university\u2019s new Zollner Engineering Center is the preeminent destination for engineering and computer science education in the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After nearly doubling in size, the Zollner Engineering Center provides an all-new home for current and future programs in engineering, computer sciences, cybersecurity, life sciences and technology. This imaginative learning environment was structured with students in mind\u2014equipped with state-of-the-art labs and equipment and collaborative learning spaces where they have unlimited opportunities to explore and master their fields of study.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n

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By the Numbers<\/h2>\n\n\n
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The Zollner Engineering Center expansion and renovation project was executed in three phases of construction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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$21.4M<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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10+<\/p>\n\n\n\n

New Collaboration Spaces<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n

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State-of-the-art equipment facilitates the hands-on learning environment Indiana Tech students have come to expect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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$4M+<\/p>\n\n\n\n

in New Equipment<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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3<\/p>\n\n\n\n

State-of-the-Art Metal 3D Printers
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Powdered Metal 3D Printer<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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112<\/p>\n\n\n\n

New Machines and Precision Equipment<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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 From safety to simple functionality, so much goes into the construction of a new facility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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340<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hours of Training<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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47<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cameras<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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First Aid Cabinets<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Card Readers<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Fire Extinguishers<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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300<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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With the new technology added in the Zollner expansion, we are now able to have more hands-on learning with our peers. The collaborative study spaces allow us to spend more time outside of class focusing on, not just memorizing, but understanding the topics taught. The modern labs give us a valuable insight into how the devices we are learning about function and help us brainstorm solutions on how to improve them. The Zollner additions, as well as our professors, have given me a more comprehensive understanding of the concepts taught in class.<\/p>\nNoelle VanOort
Mechanical Engineering, B.S.
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As an engineering student, the new revamp of the building has improved my ability to focus. With the architecture including more windows in the laboratories, it allows more natural light to flow into the basement of the building. In addition, the new building offers more classrooms that are bigger and better equipped to grasp engineering concepts, better technology (such as lab equipment) has solidified my knowledge in material science, mechanics, and fluids.<\/p>\nKarl A. Hackenbracht
Mechanical Engineering, B.S.
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History of the Zollner Engineering Center<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Indiana Tech\u2019s home of engineering education began as the Dana Science Building, which was dedicated in 1958.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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In 2002, thanks to a $1 million gift from the Fred Zollner Foundation, Dana was renovated and expanded and became known as the Zollner Engineering Center.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Fred Zollner (1901-1982) was president of the Zollner Corporation, a global manufacturer of pistons for cars, trucks and locomotives, and a significant employer in Fort Wayne during the mid-1900s. At its peak, the Zollner Corporation employed 1,200.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mr. Zollner was also founder of the Fort Wayne Zollner Pistons basketball team, which became the National Basketball Association\u2019s Detroit Pistons in 1957.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In 1949, Mr. Zollner played a key role in the formation of the NBA by bringing together leaders of the nation\u2019s two premier leagues of the day. The result was a merger and the creation of what has become one of the world\u2019s most popular and successful sports leagues. In 1999, Mr. Zollner was inducted to the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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