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Engineering Technology

Also offered as: Engineering Technology (Minor) , Industrial Distribution & Logistics (Minor) , Manufacturing Systems & Automation (Minor)

Engineering Technology prepares students to apply engineering principles to solve real world problems in manufacturing, automation, logistics, production, and industrial systems. Through hands on learning experiences, students develop technical, leadership, and problem solving skills that prepare them for careers in engineering, operations, systems integration, and technical management.

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Degree Level
Bachelor of Science
Delivery
In Person
Time to Degree
8 Semesters
Credit Hours
120 Total, 50 in Major
Careers
Engineers, Estimators
Engineering Technology students at EIU

Why Study Engineering Technology at EIU?

  • Industry driven curriculum that combines engineering technology, automation, manufacturing, logistics, and technical management to prepare graduates for today's workforce.
  • Hands on learning environment where students apply engineering principles to real world challenges in production, quality, safety, and industrial systems.
  • Opportunities to earn nationally recognized industry certifications that enhance professional qualifications and career opportunities.
  • Faculty mentorship, interdisciplinary research opportunities, and strong connections with industry partners provide valuable professional experiences.
  • Graduates are prepared for careers in engineering technology, manufacturing, automation, operations, logistics, quality management, and technical leadership.
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"From the moment I stepped onto campus, every professor, staff member, and student I encountered treated me with such genuine warmth and respect, as if I were already a valued member of their community. Despite not having officially joined the EIU family, I immediately felt a deep sense of belonging. The atmosphere was one of comfort and inclusivity, where everyone seemed genuinely invested in my success and well-being."
Abbey McCord
Engineering Technology | Class of 2025
Abbey McCord, Engineering Technology at EIU

Hands-On Experience

  • Design, build, test, and improve solutions through hands on laboratory experiences in manufacturing systems, automation, robotics, and product development.
  • Participate in interdisciplinary research projects with faculty in areas such as manufacturing, sustainable energy, construction, and technology.
  • Gain professional experience through internships, industry engagement activities, and networking opportunities with employers.
  • Join student organizations such as the Society of Manufacturing Engineers to develop leadership skills and expand professional connections.
  • Complete projects involving automation, rapid prototyping, quality improvement, industrial design, logistics, safety engineering, and production management.
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Hands-On Experience, Engineering Technology students at EIU

What You'll Learn

The B.S. in Engineering Technology prepares you to apply engineering principles and emerging technologies to real problems in manufacturing, automation, logistics, product development and industrial systems. It is a fit if you like to design, build and test things and want a practical, hands-on route into engineering careers.

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$81,362
Median Salary for These CareersMedian salaryThe median is the middle value: half of the people counted earn more and half earn less. It is an estimate for a typical graduate, not a promise of what you will earn. Pay varies by employer, location, experience and the specific job.

Career OutcomesCareer outcomesThese are example careers that graduates of this program often pursue, taken from the U.S. Department of Labor's O*NET occupation list. They are examples, not job guarantees, and many graduates work in other fields.Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor

  • Industrial Engineers
  • Manufacturing Engineers
  • Cost Estimators
  • Mechatronics Engineers
  • Architectural & Engineering Managers
  • Human Factors Engineers & Ergonomists

Career Insights

Job Outlook ★ Bright Outlook Bright OutlookBright Outlook careers are ones with a promising future. They're expected to grow quickly, to have lots of job openings, or to be brand new and emerging. A career earns the label if it meets any one of these: projected growth of 5% or more, at least 75,000 projected openings, or New & Emerging status.
Grow Rapidly: Jobs in this career are expected to grow 5% or more over the next several years, based on Bureau of Labor Statistics projections.Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor Grow Rapidly
Preparation Needed Considerable (4/5)Job Zone 4: Considerable preparationMost of these careers require a four-year bachelor's degree. They also tend to build on several years of work-related experience or training.Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor
Personality Fit ConventionalConventional interest typeYou like order and detail. This work involves organizing information or data by following set procedures and rules, usually in an office.Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor

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Wutthigrai Boonsuk
Engineering Technology Program Coordinator, Professor
wboonsuk@eiu.edu
3134 Klehm Hall
217-581-5762
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Gabe Grant
Professor and Chairperson
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1030 Klehm Hall
217-581-5762
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Billy Panther
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Old Main
217-581-2223
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