Employment Opportunities
Manufacturing engineering technology graduates assist engineers to design, develop, test, and manufacture mechanical devices, including tools, engines, and machines. They may make sketches and rough layouts, record and analyze data, make calculations and estimates, troubleshoot and repair systems and report their findings. Manufacturing engineers also estimate labor costs, equipment life, and plant space. Some test and inspect machines and equipment or work with engineers to eliminate production problems. Some test and inspect machines and equipment or work with engineers to eliminate production problems. They may assist in testing products.
Admissions Criteria
- Submit a completed application and application fee;
- Be at least 16 years of age;
- Submit official high school transcript or GED transcript;
- Submit official college transcripts, if applicable;
- Meet the following assessment requirements:
| Test |
Reading |
Writing |
Numerical |
Algebra |
| Accuplacer |
64 |
70 |
34 |
57 |
Manufacturing Engineering Technology Curriculum
The curriculum for the Manufacturing Engineering Technology degree program is designed for the semester system. A student may enter the program any semester. To graduate, degree-seeking students must earn a minimum of 71 semester credit hours. The program requires a minimum of 1515 contact hours and generally takes 6 semesters to complete.
Program Courses
General Education Core (26 Credits)
Area I – Language Arts/Communication (6 Credits)
Area II – Social/Behavioral Sciences (3 Credits)
Area III – Natural Sciences/Mathematics (14 Credits)
Area IV Humanities/Fine Arts (3 Credits)
"C" or higher grade is required for these courses.
Occupational Courses (45 Credits)
Program Costs
Tuition ($100 per credit hour): $7,100
Fees ($385 per semester): $2,310
Books/Supplies: $2,450
Course Supply Fees: Electrical Systems Technology (click to find individual course fees)
(Costs are estimates and are subject to change.)