Structural Design and Engineering
Participants apply the principles of structural engineering to design and construct a structure that complies with the annual challenge. An assessment of the required documentation and the destructive testing of the structure (to determine its design efficiency) determine both semifinalists and finalists.
Theme
See the 2026–27 TSA themes and problems for the current Structural Design and Engineering problem.
Information
| Team size | 2 |
| State entry limit | No limit per Chapter; 5 advance to finals |
| National entry limit | 1 per Chapter |
| Portfolio required | Yes |
| Early entry | No |
| Requires test | No |
| Onsite Only | No |
| Presentation/interview | No |