Baccalaureate Degrees
Penn State offers five baccalaureate degrees in engineering technology: electrical ET, electro-mechanical ET, mechanical ET, plastics ET, and structural design and construction ET. There is also a baccalaureate degree available in surveying engineering.
Why choose a baccalaureate degree?
Variety — A baccalaureate degree in engineering technology is similar to other four-year programs. In addition to the technical courses required for your major, you will also take general education courses that will enhance your non-technical skills and knowledge. General education courses will help you explore and improve skills that you may not realize you possess.
Career advancement — Graduates of most four-year engineering technology programs may sit for professional licensure and/or pursue an advanced degree in a similar field.
Job Availability — Industries throughout the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the nation are seeking engineering technologists and technicians. Penn State's engineering technology program has almost a 100 percent placement rate for its baccalaureate degree-holding graduates.
Sample job description
"Oversees the designing of engines, tools, and other mechanical equipment and industrial processes. Also responsible for supervising the production, operation, repair and maintenance of equipment. May work with other engineering departments to aid in the development and usage of robotics to improve productivity. A level I supervisor is considered a working supervisor with little authority for personnel actions. May require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department."
Source: Salary.com description of "Mechanical Engineering Supervisor I"