Electrical Engineering Technology Engineering technology focuses primarily on the applied aspects of science and engineering aimed at preparing graduates for product improvement, industrial processes, and engineering operational functions. In contrast, engineering education focuses primarily on the conceptual and theoretical aspects of science and engineering to help prepare graduates for research, development, and conceptual design functions. Students receiving the associate EET degree can choose to pursue immediate employment in industry as engineering technicians or to continue their studies toward the baccalaureate degree in engineering technology. For the EET associate degree, the student must complete a minimum of 66 credits in both technical and non-technical subjects. Students who do not fulfill these requirements may be admitted on a provisional basis and be admitted as degree candidates at a later date without loss of credit.
Individual counseling is available to all applicants.
Students entering the program with credits from other institutions of higher education may qualify for advanced placement in the EET program. The program articulates with Tech Prep programs approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. The EET degree helps prepare graduates for responsible positions in industry. This program meets the immediate educational needs of a wide range of adult business students. The six core courses designed for those already employed in business provide insight into the intricacies of employee behavior, financial accounting, principles of management, and the legal aspects of business.