Department of Engineering Technology
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Construction Management
Senior Capstone projects and industry internship programs give students on-site learning experiences that often lead to full-time employment upon graduation. -
Electronics and Computer Engineering Technology
Students working on soldering components to a drone and RC car for their Special Topics Senior Design course. -
Mechanical Engineering Technology
Students receive a world class engineering technology education by combining physics, mathematics, and materials science into active learning experiences. -
Engineering Technology
The program offers emphases in Electronics, Safety Management, and Career & Technology Education. -
Engineering Design Technology
Our students are equipped with the skills needed in the design field for the implementation of technology innovation, utilization of engineering graphics, and problem-solving skills.
Department of Engineering Technology Labs and Facilities
The Fred Pirkle Engineering Center is an innovative learning center that houses state of the art classrooms, specialized laboratories, and faculty and staff offices for two departments (Agricultural Sciences and Engineering Technology) at Sam Houston State University. The center is named after the inventor and SHSU alumnus Mr. Fred Pirkle, who set aside $10 million out of his $25 million gift to SHSU to construct this learning facility.
Labs & FacilitiesEngineering Technology Scholarships
ScholarshipsFAQ
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Q: Does the Department of Engineering Technology offer scholarships?
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The Department of Engineering Technology offers many options for scholarships. For more information visit the scholarships page.
- For more information on financial aid and scholarships offered at SHSU, visit the Office of Financial Aid website.
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Q: What is the advising process for the Department of Engineering Technology?
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Not everyone meets with an advisor each semester. However, if you meet ANY of the following conditions, then you MUST be advised as there is an advising hold on your account that will prevent you from registering for classes:
For information on the advising process, please visit the Sam Center website.
For current students looking for advisement through the College of Science and Engineering Technology, please visit the Department of Engineering Technology advising website.
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Q: Does the Department of Engineering Technology have a career fair?
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Yes, our department participates in a fall and spring career fair each year. For more information please visit the Department of Engineering Career Fair website.
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Q: Does the Department of Engineering Technology have student organizations?
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Yes, the department has five student organizations and an Engineering Technology Student Ambassador program. Visit the engineering technology student organization page and the student ambassador program page for more information.
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Q: What kind of research projects have been done in the department?
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Visit our department research page to learn more. Department of Engineering Technology research page.
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