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Technology Engineering (B.S.)

Technology Engineering

Bachelor of Science

Technology Engineering

Curriculum

Courses

1. University Requirements: (23-24 Credit (cr))

  • Writing, Rhetoric and American Cultures (WRA) 4 cr
  • Integrative Studies in Humanities (IAH) IAH 201-210 and IAH 211 or > 8 cr
  • Integrative Studies in Social Sciences (ISS) ISS 2XX and ISS 3XX 8 cr
  • Bioscience (one of the following): 3-4 cr
    • BS 161, ENT 205, IBIO 150, MMG 141
    • MMG 201, PLB 105, PSL 250

2. College Requirements: (26-28 cr)

  • *CEM 141 General Chemistry 4 cr

OR

  • *CEM 151 General and Descriptive Chemistry 4 cr
  • *EGR 100 Introduction to Engineering Design 2 cr
  • *EGR 102 Introduction to Engineering Modeling 2 cr
  • *MTH 116 College Algebra and Trigonometry 5 cr
  • *MTH 132 Calculus I 3 cr
  • *PHY 183 Physics for Scientists and Engineers I 4 cr

OR

  • *PHY 231 Introductory Physics I 3 cr
  • PHY 184 Physics for Scientists and Engineers II 4 cr

OR

  • PHY 232 Introductory Physics II 3 cr
  • CSE 231 Introduction to Programming I 4 cr

*College Admission Requirement

3. Major Requirements: (70 cr)

a. Complete all of the following courses: (26 cr)

  • CEM 161 Chemistry Laboratory I 1 cr
  • CSE 232 Introduction to Programming II 4 cr
  • ECE 230 Digital Logic Fundamentals 3 cr
  • ME 280 Graphic Communications 2 cr
  • MGT 325 Management Skills and Processes 3 cr

OR

  • SCM 304 Survey of Supply Chain Management 3 cr
  • MSE 250 Materials Science and Engineering 3 cr
  • PHY 251 Introductory Physics I Lab 1 cr

OR

  • PHY 191 Physics Laboratory for Scientists I 1 cr
  • PHY 252 Introductory Physics II Lab 1 cr
  • STT 180 Introduction to Data Science 4 cr
  • STT 201 Statistical Methods 4 cr
  • Math/Basic Science Elective from defined course pool 3 cr

b. Complete all of the following courses: (25 cr)

  • TNG 210 Manufacturing Processes and Prototyping 2 cr
  • TNG 220 Electrical Circuits 4 cr
  • TNG 310 Advanced Graphics Communications 3 cr
  • TNG 320 Sensors and Signal Processing 3 cr
  • TNG 322 Electronics and Embedded Systems Lab 1 cr
  • TNG 330 Quality and Continuous Improvement 3 cr
  • TNG 335 Computer Security Fundamentals 3 cr
  • TNG 430 Engineering Project Management 3 cr
  • TNG 480 Technology Engineering Capstone (W) 3 cr

c. Concentration - Choose one set of courses: (16 cr)

Mechatronics

  • TNG 340 Engineering Statics and Mechanics of Materials 3 cr
  • TNG 345 Mechanical Machine Dynamics 3 cr
  • TNG 440 Robotics, Automation, and Controls 3 cr
  • TNG 445 Troubleshooting Mechatronic Systems 4 cr
  • TNG 447 Topics In Mechatronics 3 cr

OR

Embedded Cybersecurity

  • TNG 350 Operating System Fundamentals 3 cr
  • TNG 355 Networks and Network Security 3 cr
  • TNG 450 Hardware Cybersecurity 3 cr
  • TNG 455 Engineering Secure Hardware and Software 4 cr
  • TNG 457 Topics in Embedded Cybersecurity 3 cr

The requirements listed apply to students admitted to the Technology Engineering program, beginning Fall 2024. The Engineering Undergraduate Studies Office constantly reviews requirements and reserves the right to make changes as necessary. Consequently, each student is strongly encouraged to consult with their advisor to obtain assistance in planning an appropriate schedule of courses.

Other Electives (Variable)

Total Credits Required for Degree 128

Sample Program

Technology Engineering with Mechatronics Concentration

Freshman Year
Fall Credits Spring Credits
EGR 100 2 EGR 102 2
MTH 116 5 MTH 132 3

CEM 141

OR 151

 4

PHY 231

OR PHY 183

 3-4
CEM 161 1 General Elective 3
 ISS 2XX 4

PHY 251

OR PHY 191

 1
WRA 101 4
Total 16 Total 16-17
Sophomore Year
Fall Credits Spring Credits
TNG 210 2 CSE 232 4
ME 280 2 STT 180 4
CSE 231 4 TNG 220 4
PHY 232 3 Bioscience 3-4
PHY 252  1    
 IAH 201-210  4    
 Total 16 Total 15-16
Junior Year
Fall Credits Spring Credits 
TNG 310 3 TNG 335 3
STT 201 4 Math/Science Elective 3
ECE 230 3 TNG 322 1
TNG 320 3 TNG 345 3
TNG 340 3 MSE 250 3
IAH 211 or > 4
Total 16 Total 17
Senior Year
Fall Credits Spring Credits
TNG 330 3 TNG 480 3
TNG 430 3 TNG 445 4
TNG 447 3

MGT 325

OR SCM 304

 3
TNG 440 3 General Elective 4
ISS 3XX 4 General Elective 3
Total 16 Total 17

 

Technology Engineering with Cybersecurity Concentration

Freshman Year
Fall Credits Spring Credits
EGR 100 2 EGR 102 2
MTH 116 5 MTH 132 3

CEM 141

ORCEM 151

 4

PHY 231

OR PHY 183

 3-4
CEM 161 1 General Elective 3
ISS 2XX 4

PHY 251

OR PHY 191

 1
WRA 101 4
Total 15-16 Total 16-17
Sophomore Year
Fall Credits Spring Credits
TNG 210 2 CSE 232 4
ME 280 2 STT 180 4
CSE 231 4 TNG 220 4
PHY 232 3 Bioscience 3-4
PHY 252 1
 IAH 201-210 4     
 Total 16  Total  15-16 
Junior Year
Fall Credits Spring  Credits 
 TNG 310 3  TNG 335  3 
 STT 201 4  Math/Science Elective  3 
 ECE 230 3  TNG 322  1 
 TNG 320 3  TNG 355  3 
 TNG 350 3  MSE 250  3 
     IAH 211 or > 4 
 Total 16  Total  17 
Senior Year
Fall Credits  Spring  Credits 
 TNG 330 3  TNG 480  3 
 TNG 430 3  TNG 445  4 
 TNG 457 3 

MGT 325

OR SCM 304

 3 
 TNG 450 3  General Elective  4 
 ISS 3XX 4  General Elective  3 
 Total 16  Total  17 

Objectives and Outcomes

Upon graduation, Technology Engineering students are equipped for lifelong opportunities across diverse sectors of the economy and prepared to assume leadership roles in their professional careers by developing:

  1. an ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
  2. an ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.
  3. an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
  4. an ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
  5. an ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.
  6. an ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
  7. an ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.

Concentrations

TechE requires a concentration selection that is part of the 128 credits needed to graduate with a Bachelor of Science Degree from the College of Engineering. The concentration and any additional minors will be noted on the student's academic record.

Concentrations: (16 credits)

In consultation with their academic advisor, students must select one of the following concentrations: mechatronics or embedded cybersecurity.

See Curriculum tab for details on concentrations.

Note that the Math/Basic Science Elective course is in addition to the University Bioscience course requirement. Therefore, the same course cannot fulfill both the University and Elective requirements.

  • MTH 133 Calculus II 4 cr
  • MTH 299 Transitions 4 cr
  • CEM 142 General and Inorganic Chemistry 3 cr
  • CEM 143 Survey of Organic Chemistry 4 cr
  • CEM 144 Organic Chemistry and Applications 3 cr
  • CEM 152 Principles of Chemistry 3 cr
  • BS 161 Cell and Molecular Biology 3 cr
  • ENT 205 Pests, Society and Environment 3 cr
  • IBIO 150 Integrating Biology: From DNA to Populations 3 cr
  • MMG 141 Introductory Human Genetics 3 cr
  • MMG 201 Fundamentals of Microbiology 3cr
  • PLB 105 Plant Biology 3 cr
  • PSL 250 Introductory Physiology 4 cr

More Info

TechE Student Flyer (PDF)

Where Can Technology Engineers Work?

Upon graduation, Technology Engineering students are well-prepared for opportunities spanning diverse sectors of the economy and poised to take on leadership roles in their professional careers. The skills cultivated in the program prepare them for employment in industries where products integrate mechanical and electronic systems with computing capabilities. These industries encompass biomedical technology, automotive manufacturing, agricultural innovation, cybersecurity, autonomous mobility, aerospace engineering, and computer device development, to name a few.

Starting Job Titles for Technology Engineering Graduates Include:

  • Mechatronics Engineer
  • Software Integration Engineer
  • Embedded System Engineer
  • System Cybersecurity Engineer
  • Robotics or Automation Engineer
  • Data Engineer
  • Test Engineer
  • Manufacturing Engineer
  • Engineering Project Manager
  • Quality Assurance Engineer

Curriculum

Courses

1. University Requirements: (23-24 Credit (cr))

  • Writing, Rhetoric and American Cultures (WRA) 4 cr
  • Integrative Studies in Humanities (IAH) IAH 201-210 and IAH 211 or > 8 cr
  • Integrative Studies in Social Sciences (ISS) ISS 2XX and ISS 3XX 8 cr
  • Bioscience (one of the following): 3-4 cr
    • BS 161, ENT 205, IBIO 150, MMG 141
    • MMG 201, PLB 105, PSL 250

2. College Requirements: (26-28 cr)

  • *CEM 141 General Chemistry 4 cr

OR

  • *CEM 151 General and Descriptive Chemistry 4 cr
  • *EGR 100 Introduction to Engineering Design 2 cr
  • *EGR 102 Introduction to Engineering Modeling 2 cr
  • *MTH 116 College Algebra and Trigonometry 5 cr
  • *MTH 132 Calculus I 3 cr
  • *PHY 183 Physics for Scientists and Engineers I 4 cr

OR

  • *PHY 231 Introductory Physics I 3 cr
  • PHY 184 Physics for Scientists and Engineers II 4 cr

OR

  • PHY 232 Introductory Physics II 3 cr
  • CSE 231 Introduction to Programming I 4 cr

*College Admission Requirement

3. Major Requirements: (70 cr)

a. Complete all of the following courses: (26 cr)

  • CEM 161 Chemistry Laboratory I 1 cr
  • CSE 232 Introduction to Programming II 4 cr
  • ECE 230 Digital Logic Fundamentals 3 cr
  • ME 280 Graphic Communications 2 cr
  • MGT 325 Management Skills and Processes 3 cr

OR

  • SCM 304 Survey of Supply Chain Management 3 cr
  • MSE 250 Materials Science and Engineering 3 cr
  • PHY 251 Introductory Physics I Lab 1 cr

OR

  • PHY 191 Physics Laboratory for Scientists I 1 cr
  • PHY 252 Introductory Physics II Lab 1 cr
  • STT 180 Introduction to Data Science 4 cr
  • STT 201 Statistical Methods 4 cr
  • Math/Basic Science Elective from defined course pool 3 cr

b. Complete all of the following courses: (25 cr)

  • TNG 210 Manufacturing Processes and Prototyping 2 cr
  • TNG 220 Electrical Circuits 4 cr
  • TNG 310 Advanced Graphics Communications 3 cr
  • TNG 320 Sensors and Signal Processing 3 cr
  • TNG 322 Electronics and Embedded Systems Lab 1 cr
  • TNG 330 Quality and Continuous Improvement 3 cr
  • TNG 335 Computer Security Fundamentals 3 cr
  • TNG 430 Engineering Project Management 3 cr
  • TNG 480 Technology Engineering Capstone (W) 3 cr

c. Concentration - Choose one set of courses: (16 cr)

Mechatronics

  • TNG 340 Engineering Statics and Mechanics of Materials 3 cr
  • TNG 345 Mechanical Machine Dynamics 3 cr
  • TNG 440 Robotics, Automation, and Controls 3 cr
  • TNG 445 Troubleshooting Mechatronic Systems 4 cr
  • TNG 447 Topics In Mechatronics 3 cr

OR

Embedded Cybersecurity

  • TNG 350 Operating System Fundamentals 3 cr
  • TNG 355 Networks and Network Security 3 cr
  • TNG 450 Hardware Cybersecurity 3 cr
  • TNG 455 Engineering Secure Hardware and Software 4 cr
  • TNG 457 Topics in Embedded Cybersecurity 3 cr

The requirements listed apply to students admitted to the Technology Engineering program, beginning Fall 2024. The Engineering Undergraduate Studies Office constantly reviews requirements and reserves the right to make changes as necessary. Consequently, each student is strongly encouraged to consult with their advisor to obtain assistance in planning an appropriate schedule of courses.

Other Electives (Variable)

Total Credits Required for Degree 128

Sample Program

Technology Engineering with Mechatronics Concentration

Freshman Year
Fall Credits Spring Credits
EGR 100 2 EGR 102 2
MTH 116 5 MTH 132 3

CEM 141

OR 151

 4

PHY 231

OR PHY 183

 3-4
CEM 161 1 General Elective 3
 ISS 2XX 4

PHY 251

OR PHY 191

 1
WRA 101 4
Total 16 Total 16-17
Sophomore Year
Fall Credits Spring Credits
TNG 210 2 CSE 232 4
ME 280 2 STT 180 4
CSE 231 4 TNG 220 4
PHY 232 3 Bioscience 3-4
PHY 252  1    
 IAH 201-210  4    
 Total 16 Total 15-16
Junior Year
Fall Credits Spring Credits 
TNG 310 3 TNG 335 3
STT 201 4 Math/Science Elective 3
ECE 230 3 TNG 322 1
TNG 320 3 TNG 345 3
TNG 340 3 MSE 250 3
IAH 211 or > 4
Total 16 Total 17
Senior Year
Fall Credits Spring Credits
TNG 330 3 TNG 480 3
TNG 430 3 TNG 445 4
TNG 447 3

MGT 325

OR SCM 304

 3
TNG 440 3 General Elective 4
ISS 3XX 4 General Elective 3
Total 16 Total 17

 

Technology Engineering with Cybersecurity Concentration

Freshman Year
Fall Credits Spring Credits
EGR 100 2 EGR 102 2
MTH 116 5 MTH 132 3

CEM 141

ORCEM 151

 4

PHY 231

OR PHY 183

 3-4
CEM 161 1 General Elective 3
ISS 2XX 4

PHY 251

OR PHY 191

 1
WRA 101 4
Total 15-16 Total 16-17
Sophomore Year
Fall Credits Spring Credits
TNG 210 2 CSE 232 4
ME 280 2 STT 180 4
CSE 231 4 TNG 220 4
PHY 232 3 Bioscience 3-4
PHY 252 1
 IAH 201-210 4     
 Total 16  Total  15-16 
Junior Year
Fall Credits Spring  Credits 
 TNG 310 3  TNG 335  3 
 STT 201 4  Math/Science Elective  3 
 ECE 230 3  TNG 322  1 
 TNG 320 3  TNG 355  3 
 TNG 350 3  MSE 250  3 
     IAH 211 or > 4 
 Total 16  Total  17 
Senior Year
Fall Credits  Spring  Credits 
 TNG 330 3  TNG 480  3 
 TNG 430 3  TNG 445  4 
 TNG 457 3 

MGT 325

OR SCM 304

 3 
 TNG 450 3  General Elective  4 
 ISS 3XX 4  General Elective  3 
 Total 16  Total  17 

Objectives and Outcomes

Upon graduation, Technology Engineering students are equipped for lifelong opportunities across diverse sectors of the economy and prepared to assume leadership roles in their professional careers by developing:

  1. an ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
  2. an ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.
  3. an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
  4. an ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
  5. an ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.
  6. an ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
  7. an ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.

Concentrations

TechE requires a concentration selection that is part of the 128 credits needed to graduate with a Bachelor of Science Degree from the College of Engineering. The concentration and any additional minors will be noted on the student's academic record.

Concentrations: (16 credits)

In consultation with their academic advisor, students must select one of the following concentrations: mechatronics or embedded cybersecurity.

See Curriculum tab for details on concentrations.

Note that the Math/Basic Science Elective course is in addition to the University Bioscience course requirement. Therefore, the same course cannot fulfill both the University and Elective requirements.

  • MTH 133 Calculus II 4 cr
  • MTH 299 Transitions 4 cr
  • CEM 142 General and Inorganic Chemistry 3 cr
  • CEM 143 Survey of Organic Chemistry 4 cr
  • CEM 144 Organic Chemistry and Applications 3 cr
  • CEM 152 Principles of Chemistry 3 cr
  • BS 161 Cell and Molecular Biology 3 cr
  • ENT 205 Pests, Society and Environment 3 cr
  • IBIO 150 Integrating Biology: From DNA to Populations 3 cr
  • MMG 141 Introductory Human Genetics 3 cr
  • MMG 201 Fundamentals of Microbiology 3cr
  • PLB 105 Plant Biology 3 cr
  • PSL 250 Introductory Physiology 4 cr

More Info

TechE Student Flyer (PDF)

Where Can Technology Engineers Work?

Upon graduation, Technology Engineering students are well-prepared for opportunities spanning diverse sectors of the economy and poised to take on leadership roles in their professional careers. The skills cultivated in the program prepare them for employment in industries where products integrate mechanical and electronic systems with computing capabilities. These industries encompass biomedical technology, automotive manufacturing, agricultural innovation, cybersecurity, autonomous mobility, aerospace engineering, and computer device development, to name a few.

Starting Job Titles for Technology Engineering Graduates Include:

  • Mechatronics Engineer
  • Software Integration Engineer
  • Embedded System Engineer
  • System Cybersecurity Engineer
  • Robotics or Automation Engineer
  • Data Engineer
  • Test Engineer
  • Manufacturing Engineer
  • Engineering Project Manager
  • Quality Assurance Engineer

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