The Academy for the Engineering and Design Technology (AEDT) was developed as an extension of AAST with specific concentration in the engineering sciences, including design technology, computer science, architecture, electronics, and biomedical engineering. Engineering students have a concentration in engineering and design courses and less emphasis on the life sciences than do students from AAST. However, the two academies are identical in math, physics, chemistry, and the humanities.

Students are drawn to the Engineering Academy because they like to create, build, or reverse-engineer things. Students have the opportunity to do this in state-of-the-art classrooms and laboratories. Projects include product development, civil or architectural designs, robotic competitions, and much more. Students must have a strong desire to solve problems using math, science and technology. Students should like to work with their hands, and apply their creativity to engineering. Organizational skills, such as maintaining computer files, keeping project journals and building portfolios are needed. Communication skills are a plus.