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College of Engineering & Technology

Engineering Technology

The applied, hands-on engineering degree, built for people who want to build things immediately.

B.S.EngineeringUndergraduate4 years120 credits

About this program

Engineering Technology emphasizes application over theory-first coursework: students are in the lab building, testing and troubleshooting systems from week one. It's accredited for students headed straight into industry roles rather than graduate engineering study.

What you will be able to do

  • Apply engineering principles directly to design and fabrication
  • Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical and fluid power systems
  • Read and produce technical drawings to industry standard
  • Manage a hands-on capstone build for an outside client

Courses you will take

A sample of required coursework. Full requirements are in the official catalog.

Required program core
CourseTitle
ET 210Applied Mechanics
ET 240Fluid Power Systems
ET 320Instrumentation & Controls
ET 460Senior Capstone
General education & support coursesTitle
MATH 210Applied Calculus
PHYS 201University Physics I
COMM 210Technical Communication

Where graduates go

  • Application Engineer
  • Field Engineer
  • Technical Sales Engineer
  • Project Engineer

Median starting salary for recent graduates: $68,300. Reported placement within six months of graduation: 95%.

DegreeB.S.
Credits120
Typical length4 years
CollegeENGR
Median starting salary$68,300
Placement95%

Take the next step.

Applications for fall are open. No fee, no essay, and a decision in about two weeks.

Start your application