BS Mechanical Engineering Technology at Pennsylvania State University

Programme overview

This major may be taken either as a four-year baccalaureate program or in a "2+2" degree format. The latter allows graduates of associate degree programs in mechanical engineering technology or related areas to gain greater breadth and depth of knowledge in mechanical engineering technology. The baccalaureate program emphasizes applied design and analysis, complementing a hands-on manufacturing and materials focus.

Faculty: Penn State Behrend | Duration: minimum 131 credits | Study mode: full-time | Location: University Park, PA, United States

What you will study

The degree requires a minimum of 131 credits, including General Education and the requirements for the major. Required courses include Chemical Principles I, Experimental Chemistry I, Effective Writing: Technical Writing, Production Design, Production Design Laboratory, Intermediate Calculus and Differential Equations with Applications.

Career pathways

Mechanical engineering technology coursework and laboratory experiences emphasize development of your skills in applied design and analysis. You’ll also receive instruction in the selection and application of manufacturing processes and engineering materials.

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Application information

Entry requirements

To be eligible for entrance to the Mechanical Engineering Technology major, a student must have attained at least a 2.00 cumulative grade-point average, and completed MATH 81 or MATH 26 , and MATH 82 or MATH 22 , and MATH 83 or MATH 140 , and PHYS 250 , and earned a grade of C or better in each of these courses.

Undergraduate applications are accepted for Fall, Spring and Summer entry; the application opens August 1 for Fall and Summer and June 1 for Spring.

Early Action: apply by November 1 to receive a decision by December 24. Recommended submission deadline for all applications: December 1. Applicants apply through the MyPennState application or the Common App. A nonrefundable application fee is paid by credit card; fee waivers are available to eligible students.

Apply through the official page: https://admissions.psu.edu/apply/

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