Technology

Students begin to dismantle STC’s new solar panels they installed during the semester on a simulated roof structure built at the college’s Technology Campus. (photo STC)

STC Introduces Cutting-Edge Resources in Solar Energy

South Texas College Electrician Technology students are the first in the Valley to use to utilize a newly completed composite-shingled roof structure to simulate real-world residential solar panel installations. Built last summer at STC’s Technology Campus, the simulated roof structure enables students to utilize a new solar grid system that provides the same experience as working on an actual solar roof installation at residential job sites. The structure and equipment…

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UTRGV Researcher Warns Against Excessive Smartphone Use

Smartphones have evolved into all-in-one devices, replacing calendars, navigation systems, music players and entertainment consoles. But UTRGV’s Dr. Murad Moqbel warns there can be harmful effects…

Wind Energy Gives Students New Challenges

Andrew Garza spent over a decade in the fast-food industry, rising to management positions at Chick-fil-A and Pizza Hut. He enjoys working in teams…

SpaceX Aims For Launch Amid Reviews

SpaceX has completed a months-long process it says shows compliance…
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SpaceX Readies Starship For Second Launch

SpaceX‘s Starship rocket is ready for its second launch,…
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STC Receives Millions To Break Digital Barriers

South Texas College, with funding from the U.S. Department of Commerce…