Both Engineering Technology and Engineering are challenging programs; however, there are significant differences between the two programs. One size does not fit all as some students are attracted to engineering technology while others pursue engineering depending on their academic preparation and career interests. The following table highlights some of those differences.
Coursework includes algebra, trigonometry, applied calculus, and college-level sciences; the level of math is not as in-depth as engineering programs while focusing on applications of the engineering disciplines in the freshmen and sophomore years of study.
Students planning on subsequent graduate studies often take additional mathematics as part of their undergraduate preparation.
Computer Engineering Technologists are employed as embedded software technologists, computer support specialists, networking support specialists, automation engineers, applications engineers, telecommunications engineers, network support technical engineers, and network administrators.
Lean Systems Engineering Technologists are employed as Lean Continuous Improvement Engineers, Lean Engineers, Manufacturing Engineers, Lean Process Improvement Engineers, Supplier Quality Engineers, Lean Manufacturing Specialists and Quality Engineers.
