B.S. in Engineering Technology The Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering Technology (ET) will prepare you for an exciting career in a variety of design, production, automation, quality, and application-related positions in industry. The ET program been accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, Inc., www.abet.org, the recognized accreditor of college and university programs in applied science, computing, engineering, and technology. With four distinct concentrations leading to different career paths (Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical, and Biomedical Engineering Technology), the ET program clearly distinguishes itself from traditional engineering programs in the following ways: It forms the bridge between the designer and the technical workforce. It places emphasis on the application of theory for solving real-life problems. Its courses are fully integrated with training and laboratory hands-on experience. Faculty members with extensive industrial experience have strong collaboration with industrial partners.

The Engineering Technology program is designed to meet employers' growing needs, created by the technology revolution, for college-educated problem-solvers. Career opportunities in ET are virtually limitless with at least 5,500 companies in the region offering more than 150 current job openings for engineering technologists. As a leading urban university in the Greater Philadelphia region, Drexel's location offers access to a vast number of industries including: Defense Aerospace Power generation Public utilities Shipbuilding Railroad Manufacturing Environmental Chemical Pharmaceutical Medical care With the skills you develop in this program, you will be able to integrate academic theory and professional practice in order to communicate effectively with engineers, scientists, the production workforce, marketing professionals, company management, and ultimately the customer. You may participate in the design, development, testing, and manufacturing of industrial machinery, electric and electronic equipment, medical devices, consumer products, and other equipment. Graduates can expect to start out with a salary range of approximately $45,000 to $50,000 per year. Career opportunities include: Automation design and development Mechanical/manufacturing engineering Electrical engineering Process engineering Production engineering and management Environmental engineering Quality control Sales and customer service