Engineering that serves people in the region, from custom devices for clients with disabilities to outreach in local schools.

Assistive Technology Program

Since 1991, senior capstone teams in the Assistive Technology Program (ATP) have designed and built custom devices for clients with disabilities. People across New England send in a need, and a student team works with a faculty adviser to build a device that meets it. In 2000 the program was named a Daily Point of Light and received the Manuel Carballo Governor's Award for public service. It welcomes new clients and volunteers.

Senior capstone projects   Email ATP to get involved  Visit the ATP site

  • 1991
    Year the pragram began
  • 1,500+
    Custom products delivered to clients

Students Serving the Community

Working With Regional Industry

Most of our graduates go into industry, many with companies within 100 miles of Lowell. Engineers from 14 companies and agencies advise the department through the Industrial Advisory Board, and more than 100 companies hosted co-ops in the past five years.