Engineering Technology (Applied Systems Technology), BS

The Engineering Technology (Applied Systems Technology) program is distinguished by its focus on applying theoretical principles to solve practical problems. Unlike traditional engineering programs, Engineering Technology students have more applied hands-on coursework based on current technologies. Students in this program learn about many topics related to product design and manufacturing. Topics include robotics and automation, materials, manufacturing processes, computer aided design (CAD), quality control and management.

Graduates of this program are employed in a wide variety of companies across the country, and will:

1. Apply their technical knowledge as practicing professionals or engage in graduate education.

2. Work successfully in their chosen career individually and within a professional team environment.

3. Engage in professional development in their profession by adapting to new technology and career challenges.

Total number of credits for the program: 125

Accreditation

The Engineering Technology - Applied Systems Technology program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, http://www.abet.org

Liberal Studies Hours (42 hours)

Liberal Studies Program Requirements

Note:

Four courses (12 credits) required for the concentration also meet Liberal Studies requirements: ENGR 199, MATH 153, CHEM 139, and PHYS 230. Students are strongly advised to use these classes to meet Liberal Studies requirements. They should realize that if these courses are not taken to meet Liberal Studies requirements, they will still need to be completed for the BS Engineering degree and could result in a tuition surcharge. See Liberal Studies Program Requirements for a list of Liberal Studies courses.

Major Requirements

The major requires 95 credits, 12 of which (ENGR 199, MATH 153, CHEM 139, and PHYS 130) also meet the Liberal Studies requirements:

Applied Systems Technology (AST) Concentration Requirements

ECET 301 - Electrical Systems Credits: 3
ENGL 402 - Technical Writing Credits: 3
ENGR 132 - Engineering Graphics Credits: 3
ENGR 199 - Introduction to Engineering Practices and Principles I Credits: 3
ENGR 200 - Engineering Practices and Principles II Credits: 3
ENGR 231 - 3-D Solid Modeling Credits: 3
ENGR 350 - Engineering Practices and Principles III Credits: 3
ENGR 352 - Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer Credits: 3
ENGR 400 - Engineering Capstone I Credits: 3
ENGR 450 - Engineering Capstone II Credits: 3
ET 141 - Engineering Materials and Processes Credits: 3
ET 232 - Engineering Statics Credits: 3
ET 310 - Advanced 3D Computer Modeling and Rapid Prototyping Credits: 3
ET 331 - Quality Systems Credits: 3
ET 332 - Strength of Materials Credits: 3
ET 333 - Strength of Materials Laboratory Credits: 1
ET 334 - Lean Six Sigma Credits: 3
ET 349 - Rapid Tooling and Prototyping Credits: 3
ET 351 - Engineering Analysis Credits: 3
ET 420 - Advanced Engineering Materials Credits: 3
ET 425 - Metrology and Reverse Engineering Credits: 3
ET 436 - Engineering Economic Analysis Credits: 3
ET 441 - Power Transmission Systems Credits: 3
ET 472 - Integrated Control Systems Credits: 3

Technical Electives

Technical Elective Credits (six credit hours). Students can select two of the pre-approved technical electives listed below:

ECET 211 - Electronic Drafting and Fabrication Credits: 3
EE 200 - Computer Utilization Credits: 3
ET 389 - Cooperative Education Credits: 1-3, R9
ET 493 - Special Topics Credits: 1-3, R6
MATH 255 - Calculus II Credits: 4
MATH 256 - Calculus III Credits: 4
MATH 320 - Ordinary Differential Equations Credits: 3
MATH 370 - Probability and Statistics I Credits: 3

Math and Science Requirements

CHEM 139 - General Chemistry I Credits: 4
MATH 146 - Precalculus II Credits: 4
MATH 153 - Calculus I Credits: 4
MATH 270 - Statistical Methods I Credits: 3
PHYS 130 - Introductory Physics I Credits: 4

Additional Requirements

Students who declare the Engineering Technology major with an Applied Systems Technology concentration will be admitted to the program if they place into Precalculus (MATH 146) or above. To continue in the major, students must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.3. Exceptions will be considered by the school on a case-by-case basis.

To graduate with an ET degree, all students must have a cumulative GPA of 2.3 or higher for all courses in the major taken at Western Carolina University.

The mathematics, sciences, and first-year seminar courses that are required in the major may be used to satisfy Liberal Studies categories C2, C5, and FYS.

Visit the school’s website to view the eight-semester curriculum guide.