TSTC Harlingen unveils new facilities with $40 million investment

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Texas State Technical College in Harlingen hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony for two new facilities on Thursday.

The ceremony marks the opening of the Electrical Lineworker Technology building and the Transportation Technologies Center, which are part of a $40 million expansion funded through the Capital Construction Assistance Projects under Senate Bill 52.

The new facilities include a nearly 84,000-square-foot technology facility for Automotive and Diesel Equipment programs and a 7,000-square-foot building for the Electrical Lineworker and Management program.

The event highlights TSTC's commitment to providing advanced technical education and training to meet the demands of the workforce in Texas. The new facilities are expected to enhance the educational experience for students and support the local economy by preparing skilled workers for the region.

With the new facilities, TSTC is poised to offer enhanced training opportunities that align with industry needs, benefiting both students and the local community.

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