Department of Engineering Technology

The “art” of applied science – using science to create real world solutions. 

Engineering Technology is an applied engineering program. It combines scientific and engineering knowledge with professional methods and technical skills. Engineering Technology has a practical thrust, enhancing classroom studies with extensive hands-on laboratories. Engineering Technology graduates have an aptitude for analytical work with an inclination toward practical applications. Engineering Technologists apply their skills in a wide array of careers including: manufacturing, construction, sales, service, installation, and professional services.

The Engineering Technology program provides students with a Bachelor of Science degree which contains a calculus-based foundation, enabling graduates to perform well in a wide variety of employment situations. An internship program enables the student to combine on-the-job work experience with classroom studies. MSU Denver students graduate with an extensive engineering technology education enabling them to be valuable contributors in many industries both established and emerging. MSU Denver offers day and evening courses to accommodate working students’ schedules.

Under the revised rules and regulations of the Colorado State Board for Registration for Architects, Professional Engineers and Professional Land Surveyors, MSU Denver Engineering Technology students within 30 semester hours of graduation with a Bachelor of Science degree may take the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Examination. The FE is the first step of becoming a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Colorado.

All three Bachelor of Science major programs are accredited by The Technology Accreditation Commission (TAC) of ABET, 111 Market Place, Suite 1050, Baltimore, MD 21202, Telephone (410) 347-7700, abet.org.

Civil Engineering Technology (CET) msudenver.edu/cet

The program prepares students for a career in civil engineering technology. Graduates of the CET program are employed in all levels of government, design and construction firms, manufacturing, sales and testing companies. The typical job description for CET graduates includes: planning, designing and constructing structures such as  buildings, bridges, airports, highways, railroads, reservoirs, dams, and water and sewerage systems.

Within the civil engineering technology area, available programs include:

Major

• Civil Engineering Technology Major, B.S. 

A concentration, instead of an external minor, is required.  Choose from either of the following:

1. Construction Concentration

2. Structures Concentration 

Electrical Engineering Technology (EET) msudenver.edu/eet

The electrical engineering technology curriculum provides a foundation of knowledge in technology by merging the analytic skills of the engineer with the practical skills of the technician. The combination of theory and application prepares graduates for a transition to rewarding employment in a variety of industries, including, but not limited to: manufacturing, technical services, computers and public utilities. Concentrations in computer engineering technology, communications, and power & control systems are offered in addition to the core curriculum. With departmental approval, students may also pursue a variety of options; for instance, a minor in biology would make for a good match for someone seeking employment in Bio-Med. 

Within the electrical engineering technology area, available programs include:

Major:

•  Electrical Engineering Technology Major, B.S. 

A concentration, instead of an external minor,¹ is required.  Choose from any of the following:

1. Computer Engineering Technology Concentration

2. Communications Concentration

3. Power and Controls Concentration

Certificates:

• Electrical Engineering Technology Certificate 
• Engineering Fundamentals Certificate 
• Network Communications Certificate 

Minors:

• Electrical Engineering Technology Minor 
• Network Communications Minor  

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¹ In select cases, with prior approval of an EET advisor, a minor in another area may be substituted for a concentration.

Mechanical Engineering Technology (MET) msudenver.edu/met

The mechanical engineering technology focus emphasizes both theoretical and practical applications, providing MSU Denver students with a solid foundation in engineering fundamentals, as well as hands-on laboratory work. This emphasis allows students to experience the integration of engineering theory and practice, which is an enhancement to traditional scientific educations. The MET program offers state-of-the-art, computer-aided, engineering technology courses to keep students current with industry standards. MET graduates have a strong interest in mechanical devices and the desire to apply mathematics and computer science to engineering analysis and design. In addition to the core curriculum, concentrations in manufacturing and mechanical are offered.

Within the mechanical engineering technology area, available programs include:

Major:

• Mechanical Engineering Technology Major, B.S. 
  

A concentration, instead of an external minor, is required.  Choose from either of the following:

1. Manufacturing Concentration

2. Mechanical Concentration 

Minor:

• Mechanical Engineering Technology Minor 

Contact Information

Metropolitan State University of Denver

msudenver.edu/et