For the upcoming conference:
Students participating in the CAD competition will have a split competition. On March 20, 2023, advisors will be sent the prompt at 12:00 PM. Students will have 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM to complete their drawings. All drawings should then be saved onto a flash drive. This includes all CAD files, not just PDFs. Advisors should collect these at 5:00 PM, and they should be labeled, then brought to registration and submitted. Students will then participate in an interview in which they will discuss and demonstrate their work for the judges. They will need to bring their own computer with the appropriate software loaded with them for the interview. If their files are not on the flash drive, they will be disqualified. Flash drives will be returned at the conference's end
There are over 70 different competitions that members have the opportunity to participate in through the Technology Student Association. Members will first compete at the state level, and depending on their placement, will be able to compete at the national level.
There are approximately 37 competitions for middle school students and 40 competitions for high school students.
Information regarding middle school competitions can be seen here. Information regarding high school competitions can be seen here. Be sure to check portfolio requirements, if any, along with other materials that must be submitted!
Some competitions have a particular theme or problem. These tend to change yearly, and can be seen here.
Specific South Carolina TSA competition eligibility for 2023 is listed below. Please keep in mind that missing information will be updated as soon as possible.
There are approximately 37 competitions for middle school students and 40 competitions for high school students.
Information regarding middle school competitions can be seen here. Information regarding high school competitions can be seen here. Be sure to check portfolio requirements, if any, along with other materials that must be submitted!
Some competitions have a particular theme or problem. These tend to change yearly, and can be seen here.
Specific South Carolina TSA competition eligibility for 2023 is listed below. Please keep in mind that missing information will be updated as soon as possible.
| Middle School Competitive Events Eligibility |
| High School Competitive Events Eligibility |
Changes to keep in mind (2023):
- SciVis is now:
- Virtual Reality Visualization (VR)Participants use video and 3D computer graphics tools and design processes to create a two-to-three-minute VR visualization (accompanied by supporting documentation) that addresses the annual theme. Semifinalists deliver a presentation about their visualization and participate in an interview.
- Cybersecurity has been removed for the time being.
- There is a new Drone Competition:
- Drone Challenge (UAV):Participants design, build, assemble, document, and test fly an open-source Unmanned Arial Vehicle (UAV) according to the stated annual theme/problem specifications. The required documentation portfolio must include elements such as a photographic log, wiring schematics, and a description of the programming software used. Semifinalists participate in an interview.
- There is a new Audio Podcasting Competition:
- Audio Podcasting Participants use digital audio technology to create original content for a podcast piece that addresses the annual theme. The podcast must feature high level storytelling techniques, voice acting, and folly sound effects; the full entry must include documentation of the podcast development process and elements. Semifinalists participate in an interview.
- The CIM competition is now:
- Manufacturing Prototype: Participants design, fabricate, and use Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM) to create a product that addresses the annual theme. A documentation portfolio and the completed product prototype are submitted for evaluation. Semifinalists give a product “sales pitch” and demonstration.
- A high school version of the senior solar sprint has been added:
- Senior Solar Sprint: The Senior Solar Sprint (SSS) competition is funded by the Army Educational Outreach Program (AEOP) and managed by TSA. Students apply scientific understanding, creativity, experimentation, and teamwork to design, build, and race a model solar vehicle that carries a payload; documentation of the process is required. Students must register on Cvent to participate and begin the SSS journey.
Early turn-in events:
High school
All early turn in items must be turned in by March 22nd, 2023 at 2:45 PM EST. Sites have been sent out to advisors.
- Audio Podcast
- Digital Video Production
- Future Technology Teacher
- Music Production
- Photographic Technology
- Video Game Design
- Virtual Reality Visualization
- Career Prep
- Community Service Video
- Digital Photography
- STEM Animation
- Video Game Design
- Website Design
All early turn in items must be turned in by March 22nd, 2023 at 2:45 PM EST. Sites have been sent out to advisors.