Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology

Engineering technologists use the principles of science, engineering, and mathematics to solve problems in research, product development, manufacturing, marketing, technical sales, service, and maintenance. Engineering technologists assist engineers and scientists, in research and development, and others work in quality control, inspecting products and processes, conducting tests, or collecting data. In manufacturing, they assist in product design, development, or production, and in many cases, the technologist takes ideas and turns them into reality.

The Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology (BSET) program is designed for individuals who already hold an associate degree in engineering technology or can earn an associate degree at Lawrence Technology University (LTU) while completing the BSET program. The program is set up for all technical courses to be taught on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. Other courses are available during the day and throughout the week. Students can attend full time or part time and choose from four areas of specialization -- communications engineering technology, construction engineering technology, manufacturing engineering technology, and mechanical engineering technology.

Personal attention and a commitment to preparing a student for leadership in their chosen field are important priorities at Lawrence Tech. The University’s “theory and practice” motto helps develop their problem-solving capabilities and implement innovative technical solutions.

“My experience at Lawrence Tech was a good one right from the beginning. I was impressed with the faculty’s dedication and helpfulness. Earning my degree increased my marketability in the professional world.” -- Robert Garlinski, BSET’05

Curriculum

This 125-credit-hour program consists of:

Credit Hours
Basic Science, Communications, Computer Science, Literature, Math, Social Sciences	54
Technology Core	29
Technology Specialty	27
Technical Electives	6
General Electives	9
Total	125

Sample Core Courses
DC/AC Circuits Dynamics Engineering Mechanics Engineering Economics and Accounting	Engineering Materials Management and Supervision Manufacturing Processes Operations Management
Career Opportunities
Career options are broad for engineering technologists. After initial on-the-job experience, an engineering technologist might choose to move away from strictly technical responsibilities and become more involved in management, sales, marketing, or other support areas.
Positions for Engineering Technology graduates are available in all areas of engineering, including:
Aerospace engineering Civil engineering Electrical engineering Environmental engineering	Industrial engineering Mechanical engineering Biomedical engineering

As our society becomes ever more dependent on technology, experience in engineering technology will be increasingly useful to large and small businesses, education, health care, travel, and other industries.