A CAREER IN ENGINEERING CAN BE YOURS, THANKS TO A DEGREE IN ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY FROM PURDUE POLYTECHNIC.
At Purdue Polytechnic, the way you learn is as important as what you learn.
- Student learning is our first priority!
- We focus on the application of theory-based learning.
- Class projects emphasize design thinking, problem solving and teamwork.
- Required internships provide real-world experiences.
Learn the life-long skills and abilities that prepare you for an engineering career.
- Work with people, technologies, processes and products.
- Collaborate and communicate with a wide range of professionals.
- Manage teams and workflows to execute open-ended projects.
- Improve and implement new technologies.
Make an immediate impact by contributing to:
- Undergraduate research
- Company-funded senior capstone projects
- Independent projects
ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY MAJORS
AERONAUTICAL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
Design and maintain essential aircraft manufacturing equipment, such as engines, wind tunnels and virtual computer simulators.
Career Options
- Airframe design engineer
- Integration engineer
- Logistics engineer
- Reliability engineer
AUDIO ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
Combine the science of sound and electrical engineering technology to create and manipulate the aural experience in a variety of ways.
Career Options
- Audio systems architect
- Audio technology designer
- Audio hardware engineer
- Entertainment technology systems specialist
AUTOMATION AND SYSTEMS INTEGRATION ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
Learn how to automate systems using mechanical components, computer- based controllers and environmental sensors.
Career Options
- Automation engineer
- Manufacturing engineer
- Process engineer
- Quality engineer
COMPUTER ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
Devise, integrate and embed the intricate microcomputer processing systems that control the items people use every day.
Career Options
- Application engineer
- Embedded systems engineer
- Computer engineer
- Test engineer
COMPUTING INFRASTRUCTURE AND NETWORK ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
Learn to solve high-level networking challenges securely, efficiently and accurately using the best-suited hardware and software options.
Career Options
- Network engineer
- Network architect
- Systems engineer
DIGITAL ENTERPRISE SYSTEMS
Use 3D models, data standards, simulation and visualization, and mixed reality technologies to support design, manufacture and service throughout the product lifecycle.
Career Options
- Systems integration specialist
- Applications engineer
- Enterprise data architect
- Technical trainer
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
Combine knowledge of electricity and electronics to design, develop and test life-changing electronic products and systems.
Career Options
- Electrical engineer
- Applications engineer
- Controls engineer
- Systems engineer
ENERGY ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
Design modern solutions for efficient energy generation, transmission and distribution to industrial, commercial and residential customers.
Career Options
- Power plant engineer
- Electromechanical energy engineer
- Power systems engineer
- Energy analyst & control engineer
ENGINEERING-TECHNOLOGY TEACHER EDUCATION
Learn how to share your enthusiasm for STEM with the next generation by becoming someone’s favorite teacher!
Career Options
- K-12 technology education teacher
- Corporate trainer
- Instructional coordinator
INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
Manage information, supplies and equipment to coordinate and optimize operations while directing people to make products or provide services.
Career Options
- Industrial engineer
- Manufacturing engineer
- Production manager
- Quality control engineer
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
Design, develop, test and manufacture sustainable products and machines via innovative technologies related to energy, advanced materials and manufacturing processes.
Career Options
- Mechanical engineer
- Project engineer
- Production engineer
- Quality engineer
MECHATRONICS ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
Combine computing controls and sensors with mechanical and electronic systems to create electromechanical products and smart devices.
Career Options
- Applications engineer
- Controls and instrumentation engineer
- Industrial engineer
- Product engineer
ROBOTICS ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
Combine sensing, computing and actuation to design and program robots for manufacturing, AI, healthcare and other applications.
Career Options
- Robotics and automation engineer
- Manufacturing systems integrator
- Smart product designer
- Engineering consultant
SMART MANUFACTURING INDUSTRIAL INFORMATICS
Use industrial IoT, AI, machine learning, big data analytics, cloud/edge computing and mixed reality to develop and manage intelligent manufacturing applications.
Career Options
- Digital manufacturing engineer
- Manufacturing data analyst
- Process automation engineer
- Smart factory manager
SUPPLY CHAIN AND SALES ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
Use technology, marketing and business analysis to promote sales and manage logistics of products and supplies through distribution channels.
Career Options
- Sales engineer or manager
- Distribution operations manager
- Global logistics analyst
- Industrial engineer
Is engineering technology right for you?
The following is an engineering technology synopsis based on information from ABET (www.abet.org), the computing, applied and natural science, and engineering technology accreditation agency. ABET accredits 4,005 programs at 793 colleges and universities in 32 countries.
Engineering technology is practical.
- Engineering technology programs focus on application and implementation.
- Engineering technology programs stress advanced design practices.
- Engineering technology programs typically focus on algebra, trigonometry, applied calculus and other courses that are more practical than theoretical in nature.
- Graduates with engineering technology degrees enter fields such as construction management, manufacturing, product design, testing or technical services and sales. Those who pursue further study often consider engineering, facilities management or business administration.
PE licensing for engineering technology graduates
Graduates from ABET-accredited bachelor-level engineering technology degree programs are eligible to become registered professional engineers (P.E.) in many (but not all) U.S. states and territories by a process of two examinations (the FE and PE exams) and documentation of engineering work experience.
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