Engineering Technology

Program Description

The Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology (BSET) is a plus-two program that builds on and complements associate degrees earned in a variety of Engineering Technology areas. The program is unique in its nature and overall design since it provides an opportunity to choose a plan to study toward a baccalaureate degree which best meets the student’s needs. Entrance requirements to this program include an associate of science degree in an Engineering Technology program with appropriate course work, including physical sciences and mathematics (through analytic geometry with calculus).

As students enter the program, an evaluation of their transcript will be made. This evaluation determines if additional lower division courses will be required to meet the prerequisites of the program. Using the general curriculum shown a program of study can be designed to meet the student’s background and career interests.

The student, with the assistance and approval of the Chair of the Engineering Technology/Industrial Technology department, can select technical specialty elective courses for the program chosen. This is normally done when entering the program. Selected technical specialty courses can be taken in mechanical, civil, electrical/electronics, and drafting and design engineering technology; as well as industrial technology, and selected Engineering courses, depending on the program of study. Also, some mathematics, science, and management courses may be included.

All students must meet the requirements of the institution and the Core Curriculum for graduation. A minimum of 40 semester hours of upper-division courses is required. If a computer programming course using a technical language has already been completed, a Technical Elective may be substituted for the C++ programming course.

Program Objectives

In addition to the learning outcomes set forth in the general education core curriculum for the baccalaureate degree, specific outcomes for this program have been established.

Baccalaureate degree graduates will be able to apply those outcomes to achieve the following in regard to the analysis, design, development, implementation, and/or oversight of systems and processes consistent with the technical orientation of the program:

• Apply technical core topics such as engineering materials, statics, dynamics, strength of materials, fluid power or fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and electrical power or electronics to the solution of problems typically addressed by entry level engineering technologists
• Communicate effectively through written and oral expression
• Acquire new knowledge independently on-the-job
• Work effectively in a diverse workplace environment
• Effectively use advanced mathematics to solve technical problems
• Account for the impact of societal and global issues in their decision making process.

Program outcomes are assessed through a designated ‘capstone’ course as well as a variety of other assessment instruments. Course outcomes are assessed through a variety of assessment instruments including exit examinations in each course.

Careers in Engineering Technology

Baccalaureate degree graduates are typically involved in the analysis, design, development, implementation, and/or oversight of more advanced technical systems and processes. Job titles of recent graduates have included: Service Representative, Engineering Assistant.

Plus-Two Baccalaureate Transfer Options

Students who have completed course work or associate degree programs in engineering-oriented programs at other institutions and wish to continue their studies toward a Bachelor of Science degree may do so. Transfer agreements have been established with regional institutions offering associate degree programs. Students must satisfy all general education and program specific requirements to be eligible for the award of this degree. For more information, contact the Chair of the Engineering Technology/Industrial Technology department.