Engineering Technology
SHSU’s B.S. in Engineering Technology trains students in applying engineering principles to design, develop, and maintain complex systems across diverse industries.
- Bachelor of Science
- Online
- Huntsville
- Online
- Face to Face
4 Years
Pursue Your Excellence in Engineering
The B.S. in Engineering Technology at SHSU prepares students to implement engineering solutions by applying practical skills in design, manufacturing, and systems management. The curriculum blends theory with hands-on learning in areas like quality control, automation, and project management. Students gain experience using modern tools and technologies to solve real-world problems. Graduates are equipped for versatile roles in industries such as manufacturing, construction, and technology development, making them valuable contributors to engineering teams and operations.
What’s the Difference Between General Engineering Technology and Concentrations?
The general Engineering Technology degree offers a broad foundation in design, production, and systems management. This is ideal for students who want flexibility across industries. Those seeking a specialized path can choose a concentration in Architectural Design, Electronics, Manufacturing, Biomedical, or Environmental, Health, and Safety Management, each tailored to a specific sector of engineering and technology.
How Does Engineering Technology Differ from Engineering?
While traditional engineering programs focus on advanced theory and design, Engineering Technology emphasizes application and implementation. Students gain hands-on experience with real equipment, manufacturing tools, and management systems, preparing them for careers in operations, quality control, and applied engineering roles that connect innovation with practical execution.
Built for Engineering Success
SHSU’s B.S. in Engineering Technology combines theoretical knowledge with practical experience to prepare students for modern engineering challenges. The program’s hands-on training, industry-relevant curriculum, and focus on career-ready skills ensure graduates can excel in diverse engineering roles across manufacturing, construction, and technology sectors.
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Hands-On Training
SHSU emphasizes experiential learning, where students engage with real equipment, software, and projects to build applied skills in engineering design and production.
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Industry Relevance
The program covers diverse topics such as automation, quality control, and systems management, preparing students for careers across multiple engineering sectors.
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Career-Ready Skill set
Graduates leave with strong competencies in project management, technical communication, and problem-solving, making them attractive candidates for engineering technology roles.
ATMAE Accreditation
The Engineering Technology program is now accredited by the Association of Technology, Management, and Applied Engineering (ATMAE).
The mission of the Engineering Technology program at Sam Houston State University is to provide an educational program designed to assist students in acquiring the knowledge, skills, and experiences through which they may prepare themselves for rewarding and meaningful roles in an engineering and technology society.
The Engineering Technology program has offered degrees since its founding in 1910. Over the past 100+ years the program has evolved to meet the changing needs of business & industry. Engineering Technology majors use principles and theories of science, engineering, and mathematics to solve technical problems in research and development, manufacturing, sales, construction, inspection, and maintenance. The engineering technology program at Sam Houston State University is intended to provide students with the educational experience to meet industry management, leadership, physical sciences, technology of industry, and basic engineering for the solution of problems involving industrial products, services, materials and processes, and the supervision and management of facilities and personnel.
Click here to see the plan of study flow chart for the Engineering Technology Program.
- Possesses basic skills needed for the degree field.
- Possesses technical skills.
- Ability to use software and hardware to solve technological problems.
- Communication in different presentation formats.
- Ability to function in teams.
- Possesses an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility.
1.1 Student will demonstrate knowledge of mathematics in problem solving activities.
1.2 Students will demonstrate knowledge of science within industrial applications.
1.3 Students will demonstrate knowledge of business within engineering tech/mgmt area.
2.1 Students will demonstrate understanding of technical fundamentals.
2.2 Students will demonstrate understanding of technical processes.
2.3 Students will demonstrate understanding of technical management.
3.1 Students will be able to utilize graphics design and modeling software.
3.2 Students will be able to utilize manufacturing-based control software.
3.3 Students will be able to utilize construction-based control software.
3.4 Students will be able to utilize spreadsheet and database application.
4.1 Students will demonstrate ability to write technical reports.
4.2 Students will demonstrate ability to prepare electronic presentations.
4.3 Students will demonstrate ability to give verbal presentations.
5.1 Students will demonstrate understanding of team roles and processes.
5.2 Students will demonstrate ability to participate in team situations and group projects.
6.1 Students will identify and suggest solutions for ethical problems and dilemmas.
Click here to see Student Performance and Achievement Information for Engineering Technology. There are three concentrations under Engineering Technology (the concentrations are not separated out in this data). A notable scholarship for Engineering Technology students can apply for is the Fred Pirkle Endowed Scholarship. It is no less than $5,000 if awarded, and it is awarded to qualifying full-time undergraduate or graduate students majoring in a discipline with a curriculum dedicated to Engineering Technology. Students must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.50 for this scholarship, and it is a one-time award that students must reapply for future consideration.
Find Your Future Career
Graduates pursue careers as manufacturing engineers, quality control specialists, project managers, and systems technicians in industries like manufacturing, construction, and tech development.
Expert Engineering Faculty
SHSU’s Engineering Technology faculty bring extensive academic and industry experience, providing expert guidance to equip students with practical engineering skills for professional success.
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