B.S. in Applied Engineering and Technology - Integrated Computer Technical Concentration

The applied engineering and technology program provides a broad education that emphasizes the study of materials, processes, and management. The program is designed to prepare technical or technical management-oriented professionals for employment in business, industry, and government. Individuals interested in working with people, materials, and processes will find applied engineering technology provides an excellent foundation for a challenging career. Students will have the opportunity to: learn the concepts of applied engineering and related technologies in areas of robotics, automation, mechanical, construction, energy, manufacturing, computer integration, digital media, and web design/development; obtain knowledge and skills through hands-on learning in innovative laboratory facilities and through internships; research emerging technologies with faculty mentors through applied projects; participate in student-led professional organizations; join one of the most established programs on campus with an extensive alumni base in industry and academia. Integrated computer technical concentration coursework includes study in the areas of digital electronics, robots, PLCs, micro processors, and industrial electronics. Persons graduating with a B.S. in applied engineering and technology with a concentration in integrated computer typically pursue careers as production controllers, maintenance engineers, production engineers, codes and standards engineers, and engineering technologists. A minimum of 15 semester hours of coursework is required and may be selected from the following list. AET 2523 - routing and switching fundamentals, AET 3073 - programmable logic controllers, AET 3103 - robots and control systems - required, AET 3153 - advanced routing and switching, AET 4183 - microcomputer interfacing and data acquisition, AET 4274 - automation and control systems and AET 4833 - automation identification and data capture.