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The Manufacturing Engineering Technology degree is a good fit for students who want to work in an engineering discipline but also want experience working with production equipment. MET students will learn some of the tools needed to make a company’s products better, faster, and less expensive.
Students will experience different manufacturing methods and materials used within the discipline. They will learn to use technical drawings, design software, and computerized machinery to create and refine manufacturing processes that produce a specified physical part from raw materials.
Students will experience different manufacturing methods and materials used within the discipline. They will learn to use technical drawings, design software, and computerized machinery to create and refine manufacturing processes that produce a specified physical part from raw materials.
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Highlighted Career Paths
Graduates with a degree in Manufacturing Engineering Technology have a wide array of rewarding careers before them. Check out some of the top careers students get with this degree or explore more career options in I-Plan.
Manufacturing Engineering
A manufacturing engineer works to implement process improvements that improve part quality, reduce cycle time, and decrease the cost of manufactured goods. Manufacturing engineering positions are in various industries, including aerospace, automotive, agriculture, and sporting goods.
Engineering Technician
An engineering technician uses applied mathematics and science tools to assist engineers with designing products and improving manufacturing methods used in their creation. Job duties vary depending on the industry in which the engineering technician is employed.
Getting Started in This Degree
If you are interested in Manufacturing Engineering Technology, start with one of the following major-specific courses
MET231 - Manufacturing Processes I and MET231L - Manufacturing Processes I Lab
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Students will gain the knowledge and skills to best prepare them for a challenging and rewarding career as an automotive technician in a dealership or independent repair business.
Students will apply their knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to engineering technology problems. Students will be taught how to employ principles and practical knowledge to demonstrate leadership skills and quality workmanship.
Students will understand automotive technology and business management styles as they prepare for career opportunities in managing the operations of automotive-related businesses.
Students will gain a strong foundation for further education as they learn the science and language of welding and engineering through hands-on experience and understanding of the tools and methods.
Students will gain the knowledge and skills they need to build a strong foundation in standard engineering technology programs, including manufacturing, welding, design, and mechanical engineering technology.
Students will apply critical thinking skills to evaluate problems, assimilate information, and implement solutions as they study the different systems of the modern automobile.