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A co-educational institution, the Southern Polytechnic State University was established in 1948. It offers many courses pertaining to technical skills and applied sciences. Some of its popular courses include Mechatronics Engineering, Architecture, Construction Engineering and Technical Communication. It is a pioneer in the field of technology in the state.
Founded in 1948 as a two-year division of Georgia Institute of Technology, SPSU was established at the request of Georgia business and industry. It first opened its doors as the Technical Institute in Chamblee, Georgia, with 116 students, all but 10 being World War II veterans, and a staff of 12. In 1949, SPSU became the Southern Technical Institute and was recognized as a college-level school...