Engineering Technology
Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology
Why Choose Engineering Technology at WIU?
- The Engineering Technology program provides students with an up-to-date and challenging curriculum that focuses on making the most efficient use of resources and personnel in any kind of process
- Students are prepared for careers in a diverse array of technical fields to meet global demands in continuously changing and sophisticated technology
- Engineering Technology graduate placement has remained about 90% for the last ten years
- State-of-the-art labs support teaching and practical experience with the most updated of versions of software related to product development, design, prototyping, quality assurance, and cost reduction
- Internships provide each student the opportunity to enhance their skills in a professional work environment and develop vital industry contacts
Opportunities
Stoney Haines, senior Engineering Technology major, is on track to be a talented professional within the field of Engineering Technology. He has completed internships with GE Transportation and Dot Foods, both of which provided Stoney with a wealth of knowledge and a professional network.
"WIU’s Engineering Technology faculty are very knowledgeable and that is why I not only loved my time here as an undergraduate, but also plan on getting my masters in Engineering Technology."
-Stoney Haines, '18
Scholarships
- Faculty Emeriti Freshman Scholarship (3 awards)
- Faculty Emeriti Transfer Scholarship (3 awards)
- Jarrell and Sylvia Hofer Scholarship
- Neil E. Hoover Memorial Scholarship
- Norris A. Nelson Scholarship in Industrial Education and Technology
- Dr. Wendell L. Swanson Engineering Technology Scholarship
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