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Sample Courses
Computer-aided Design
Solid Modeling
Statics and Strength of Materials
Fluid Power Transmission
Metallic Materials and Processes
Descriptive Geometry and Production Drawing
Metrology and GD&T
Six Sigma Systems
Foundations of Lean
CAM and Rapid Prototyping
Foundations of Lean

Program Description
Bowling Green State University’s Engineering Technology program prepares students for a dynamic career in today’s industrial society. Graduates are industrial leaders who manage people, equipment and production resources.

Engineering technology graduates are often called technologists to distinguish them from graduates of engineering programs. Many job titles show little distinction between technologists and engineers. Graduates of engineering technology and engineering programs complement each other in their skills and interests, and they team with technicians and scientists to promote technological advancement.

Coursework
Students who pursue the engineering technology major enjoy solving mechanical problems, like to work with their minds as well as their hands, and excel at math and science. The strengths of BGSU’s program include applied hands-on curriculum, industry-oriented cooperative education work experiences, applied scientific research, and the opportunity to work as a member of a team. Students choose a specialization in either quality systems or mechanical design. All quality systems courses are taught online.

Professional Options

Quality Systems Specialization
Graduates who choose the quality systems specialization are key people in the process that takes the design engineer's concept and specifications and helps to translate them into actual production of manufactured goods. Due to the rapidly changing nature of modern manufacturing, the quality systems graduate can expect to find diverse and challenging opportunities in both large and small industries and in areas that extend beyond the traditional manufacturing environment.

Mechanical Design Specialization
The mechanical design specialization provides graduates with the skills for career success in designing and building mechanical systems and products in a wide range of industrial settings. Technical areas of work encompass hands-on use of CAD/CAM, analysis, design, fabrication, engineering process control and consulting.

Real-world Experience
Along with classroom and laboratory learning, the engineering technology major emphasizes real-world experience. All students are required to complete three cooperative education work assignments as part of their degree program.

These semester-long, paid co-ops provide students with the opportunity to apply their classroom skills in a professional work setting and to earn competitive wages that can help fund the cost of a college education. Graduates of the program can confidently list one year of related work experience among their credentials when they launch their first job search. Many students secure their first permanent job with one of their co-op employers.

Sample Co-op companies
Blackhawk Automotive Plastics Inc.
Cooper Tire & Rubber Company
Copeland Corporation
Ford Motor Company Therma-Tru
Toyota Motor Manufacturing North America Inc.
Whirlpool Corporation
Honeywell International Inc.
Campbell Soup Company
DaimlerChrysler Corporation
General Electric
Energizer Battery Company

Student Testimonials
“My grades in high school were fairly average because I wasn’t all that interested in what I was studying. Now that I’m in the College of Technology, the classes are actually meaningful and fun. Every semester I try for a 4.0! The help I receive from the faculty makes that an achievable goal.”
Casey Lofthouse, New Knoxville, Ohio

“I am really impressed with the experience and expertise of the faculty in this program. When I was in my first drafting class I couldn’t wait to start actual designing. It’s not an easy major, but I get the support and encouragement I need from the teachers and my peers.”
Aimee Dubois, Lexington, Ohio