About the Applied Engineering (B.A.A.S.) Degree
The online Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences (B.A.A.S.) in Applied Engineering emphasizes the study of industrial, production, and mechanical technology principles. This degree prepares graduates for engineering, technology, and/or management careers focusing on applied engineering skills. See the EIU Course Catalog for information about B.A.A.S. degree requirements and detailed course descriptions.
Admission Requirements
The online Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences (B.A.A.S.) in Applied Engineering is a completion program designed for professionals who:
- Have earned a minimum of 30 transferable semester credits with a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or above.
Required Major Core (31 hours):
Foundation Core (19 hours)
- ODL 4700 - Leadership in Organizations. Credits: 3
- TEC 3414 - Project Management. Credits: 4
- EGT 4503 - Engineering Technology Cost Analysis. Credits: 3
- EGT 4803 - Plant Layout and Material Handling. Credits: 3
- EGT 4823 - Facility Security. Credits: 3
- EGT 4943 - Manufacturing Management. Credits: 3
- OR EGT 4753 - Lean Manufacturing. Credits: 3
Internship/Field Experience (12 hours)
- TEC 4275 - Internship. Credits: 1 to 15 (0 to 12)
AND/OR
- TEC 4396 - Credit for Prior Learning or related certificates. Credits: 0 to 12