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School of Engineering and Technology

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Be at the forefront of engineering and technology by learning from faculty with real-world industry experience who incorporate their innovative research into coursework.

2500+

Graduates across all engineering and technology programs.

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Construction and Facilities Management was the first program in the state of Illinois.

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ABET Accredited Programs.

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Only programs that incorporate engineering living learning communities in the region.

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Civil Engineering
Bachelor of Science Degree

Pursuing an undergraduate degree in civil engineering can lead students to opportunities in structural engineering, water resources engineering, transportation engineering, geotechnical engineering, and other related fields, allowing them to work in various industries and environments. It gives access to a wide range of analysis and design software.

Degree Benefits
  • Diverse career opportunities: Graduates can work in private and public sectors, offering them a wide range of job opportunities.
  • Program availability and scholarships opportunities: There are several scholarship opportunities from the industries and the department for eligible students.
  • Job placements of our graduates: Graduates of our civil engineering program work in renowned companies, including IMEG, TerraCon Consultants, Shive-Hattery, US Army Corps of Engineers, Illinois Department of Transportation, Iowa Department of Transportation, and more.
Construction Management
Construction and Facilities Management
Bachelor of Science Degree

WIU's Construction and Facilities Management program is a general degree that prepares students to work in commercial, residential, or facilities management industries. Our program aims to provide the education and skills for students to be successful and fulfill the construction and facilities management industry workforce needs.

Degree Benefits
  • Hands-on Learning: The program emphasizes hands-on learning opportunities, and the professional preparation course prepares students to network, locate employment, and get hired at local, regional, and national companies.
  • Industry connections: Required internships guarantee students graduate with industry work experience to add to their resumes.
  • Professional development: Extracurricular opportunities and guest speakers, enhance the educational opportunities of students and exposure to current industry issues.
Electrical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Bachelor of Science Degree

The Electrical Engineering program at WIU-QC is a comprehensive four-year program, accredited by ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology). The curriculum offers strong fundamentals in circuits, signals and systems, control systems, electronics, and electric power that apply to upper-level courses such as microelectronics, power electronics, mechatronics, renewable energy, microgrids, and more. The program is designed to provide interactive learning experiences both inside and outside the classroom.

Degree Benefits
  • Acquire hands-on technical skills with state-of-the-art laboratory equipment and software.
  • Improve critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
  • Gain real-world experience with industry professionals through internships and capstone projects that lead to exciting employment opportunities.
Engineering
Engineering
Bachelor of Science Degree

The Bachelor of Science in Engineering degree offers students a degree built upon the core math, science, and engineering courses common to many engineering disciplines and a selection of elective courses that allow students to pursue studies in areas related to industrial engineering and engineering management.

Degree Benefits
  • Provides fundamental knowledge of engineering that is applicable to pursuing work or graduate studies in many areas/disciplines of engineering or technology.
  • Graduates are less likely to be identified as only being able to work within a specific discipline and more easily identified as being capable of cross-disciplinary work.
Engineering Technology
Engineering Technology
Bachelor of Science Degree

Technical trades, industrial processes, and engineering principles have been a part of Western for more than a century. Today, students get experience in computer-aided drafting and design, welding, computer-numerical controlled (CNC) programming, lean and quality continuous improvement, rapid prototyping, industrial electronics and control, and workplace safety.

Degree Benefits
  • Practical, Relevant Experiences: Instruction involves extensive hands-on training in material processing, programming, and utilization of industrial equipment. Faculty have direct industry experience that they apply in the classroom.
  • Concept to Completion: Students learn to design for manufacturing (DFM) principles that involve capturing the voice of the customer, prototyping & refinement, and problem-solving in production operations.
  • Talent Development: Graduates are prepared for lifelong learning, adapting to rapid change, and the ability to transition in leadership and management roles.
Mechanical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor of Science Degree

The Mechanical Engineering program at WIU is a signature program accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET. Whether you’re helping improve the environment, creating safer automobiles, designing airplanes, advancing medical technologies, or athletic performance, this program gives you the tools and talent to blaze your own trail to an amazing career. Along with a formal curriculum, you’ll be engaged in advanced research projects and labs supported by WIU and the local industry.

Degree Benefits
  • Students are engaged in advanced research projects and labs supported by WIU and the local industry.
  • Be at the forefront of mechanical engineering technology by learning from active scholars who incorporate their innovative research into coursework.
  • Our faculty are both skilled educators and industry professionals leading the way in fields like thermal science, mechatronics, and mechanical design.
Graduate Programs
Graduate Programs
Master of Science Degree Options
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Undergraduate Minors
  • Construction and Facilities Technology: Macomb
  • Industrial Technology: Macomb, Online
  • Manufacturing Technology: Macomb, Quad Cities
  • Operations Management: Macomb, Quad Cities
Statement on Justice, Inclusion, Diversity and Equity

The School of Engineering and Technology is committed to justice, inclusion, diversity, and equity for all students, faculty, and staff.

Justice and inclusion are core components of all programs and the School's mission. Diversity and equity are fostered at all levels, during all activities, and always promoted.

Furthermore, an inviting and encouraging environment aimed towards an affinity of belonging, and an awareness of being part of something bigger than oneself, represents our commitment to promote collaboration.

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