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Full Description

The Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology prepares graduates with knowledge across engineering technology disciplines for professional careers in mechanical, robotic systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, automation and other related fields that provide solutions to broadly defined challenges. The program teaches design, operation, installation, maintenance and analysis of machinery. This is an engineering technology degree that focuses on hands-on applications and not a traditional mechanical engineering degree. The program prepares students to become technical professionals in current and emerging fields using mechanical and computer-aided engineering. Students learn to develop innovative solutions to problems encountered in manufacturing.

Applicants to this program should understand that this is a math-intensive program.

Students may apply early to the and double count 9 credit hours of graduate courses toward both degree programs. See the in the University Catalog for more information.

Admission Requirements

The university affirmatively strives to provide educational opportunities and access to students with varied backgrounds, those with special talents and adult students who graduated from high school three or more years ago.

Admission to the Mechanical Engineering Technology major is selective.

New Students: Admission into this major requires a minimum 2.700 unweighted high school GPA. Students who do not meet this requirement will be admitted to the . Students may change their major to Mechanical Engineering Technology after satisfying the below requirements for current students.

Note: Applicants should understand that this is a math-intensive program. Students admitted to the program are expected to demonstrate prerequisite knowledge on a math placement exam (the ALEKS exam) prior to starting their first semester. Students who do not obtain the minimum score required to place into the required math courses are at risk of delaying graduation.

Current Students: Students may change their major to Mechanical Engineering Technology if they meet the following criteria:

• Minimum 2.500 overall Â鶹¾«Ñ¡GPA
• Minimum C grade in both ENGR 11001 and ENGR 11002
• Minimum C grade in either MATH 11022 or MATH 12011

Transfer Students: Transfer students must have completed minimum 12 credit hours of college-level coursework with a minimum 2.500 overall GPA for admission to the Mechanical Engineering Technology major. Students with less than 12 credit hours completed will be evaluated based on their high school transcript using the criteria in the above "new student" section.

International Students: All international students must provide proof of proficiency of the English language (unless they meet specific exceptions) through the submission of an English language proficiency test score or by completing English language classes at Kent State’s English as a Second Language Center before entering their program. For more information, visit the admissions website for international students.

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

1. Apply knowledge, techniques, skills and modern tools of mathematics, science, engineering and technology to solve broadly defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline.
2. Design systems, components or processes meeting specified needs for broadly defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline.
3. Apply written, oral and graphical communication in broadly defined technical and non-technical environments, and an ability to identify and use appropriate technical literature.
4. Conduct standard tests, measurements and experiments and analyze and interpret the results to improve processes.
5. Function effectively as a member as well as a leader on technical teams.

The educational objectives of the program are the following:

1. Drive positive societal change while working in the areas of mechanical, robotic systems, hydraulics, pneumatics and automation, including other engineering technology fields in a manner that promotes excellence, integrity and success.
2. Practice forward-thinking through continued education by way of professional development, graduate education and other continued self-motivated learning.
3. Successfully navigate the ever-changing trajectory of the world, practicing compassion as you strive to meet your personal and professional goals.

Roadmap

This roadmap is a recommended semester-by-semester plan of study for this program. Students will work with their advisor to develop a sequence based on their academic goals and history. Courses designated as critical (!) must be completed in the semester listed to ensure a timely graduation.

• Delivery:
  • In person
• Location:
  • Kent Campus

The Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of , under the commission’s General Criteria and Program Criteria for Mechanical Engineering Technology.