Department of Technology
The Department of Technology is an academic unit within Academic Affairs offering baccalaureate degree programs in Engineering Technology, and Aviation Science. The mission of the Department of Technology is to provide students with educational and research opportunities in an extensive array of rewarding professional careers in engineering, technology, aviation, and technical management by offering a rigorous curriculum to advance scholarship and promote excellence in emerging technologies. The Department of Technology offer degrees in the following:
Engineering Technology
Engineering Technology with concentration in Computer Networking Engineering Technology
Engineering Technology with a concentration in Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology
Engineering Technology With a Concentration in Mechanical Engineering Technology
Aviation Science with a Concentration in Air Traffic Control
Aviation Science with a Concentration in Avionics
Aviation Science with a Concentration in Aviation Management
Aviation Science with a Concentration in Flight Education
Aviation Science with a Concentration in Unmanned Aircraft Systems
Engineering Technology Program
The mission of Engineering Technology is to empower students to become innovative problem solvers and function effectively in today’s global, rapidly changing, diverse work environment by offering a dynamic curriculum that provides an academic foundation for lifelong learning in the engineering technology field.
The B.S. in Engineering Technology offers concentrations in “Mechanical Engineering Technology”, “Computer Networking Engineering Technology”, and “Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology.”
Program educational objectives
The B.S. in Engineering Technology program will produce graduates who will:
- Actively remain aware of the professional and ethical standards in the field of engineering technology through pursuing or completing an advance degree, professional development course, and/or engineering certifications.
- Effectively use communication skills and tools to productively work in a team environment with others of diverse cultural and interdisciplinary backgrounds
- Apply fundamental principles of engineering technology to solve complex problems and/or design systems that contribute to the efficiency or effectiveness of their professional organization.
- Utilize technology and leadership skills to make sound decisions to implement, manage and integrate systems or processes that comply with professional standards
Aviation Science Program
The Aviation Science Program is the only four-year collegiate aviation education program in the State of North Carolina. The mission of the Aviation Science Program is to provide quality aviation education to a diverse student body by offering specializations in areas relevant to the highly competitive aerospace/aviation industry. Students who select Aviation Science as a major will complete the technical, managerial, and aviation courses that are necessary to fulfill the critical aviation personnel needs of local and state governments, the national government, business, and the aviation and aerospace industries. Graduates of the program will receive the Bachelor of Science degree in Aviation Science with a concentration in Aviation Management, Avionics, Air Traffic Control, Flight Education, or Unmanned Aircraft Systems. Majors must earn a grade of "C" or better in each required Aviation Science course.
Opportunities for Graduates
Engineering Technology
The Engineering Technology program prepares its graduates with a blend of technical knowledge, theoretical skills, and the hands-on experience necessary to enter professional careers in design, installation, operation, computer, electronics, information technology, mechanical, computer aided manufacturing, control, robotics and automated systems. Engineering Technologists use the principles and theories of engineering, science, and mathematics to solve technical problems in engineering and engineering technology related fields. The successful completion of this program will not only provide better job opportunities, but also prepare students who plan on pursuing graduate studies in the related fields.
The graduates of this program are qualified to obtain professional careers in high-tech industries, government, and business or pursue their graduate degree in the related fields. Graduates can obtain positions such as: Computer Engineer, Network Administrator, Computer System Analyst, Computer and Information System Manager, Network Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Automated Process Engineer, Production Engineer and Plant Supervisor.
Aviation Science
In just over hundred years since the inception of aviation, the world has become dependent on air transportation as a primary system for passenger conveyance and cargo movement. Air transportation has risen to this position because through the years, the men and women who have worked in the air transportation industry have applied the new techniques, technologies, and dedication to keep it ahead of its competition. All areas of aviation and aerospace are expanding. There continues to be a need for motivated individuals to fill the challenging aviation and aerospace positions with government and private industry. The aviation and space science areas of study offered by the Aviation Science Program are designed to educate and train students who want careers in these exciting and rewarding industries.
The Aviation Science Program prepares students for a variety of positions in both the aviation and aerospace industries. Some of these career areas include Airport Management, Air Traffic Control, Aviation Electronics Technology, Airline and Corporate Flight, Unmanned Aerial Systems as operators and program managers, Space Technology, Avionics, Radar Technology, Flight Instruction, Aviation Policy, and Aviation Entrepreneurship. These are a few of the many career areas for which Aviation Science students are preparing themselves.
Accreditations
Engineering Technology is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology – (ABET-ETAC), http://ww.abet.org
Transfer Students
Transfer students from other accredited universities, community colleges, and the technical institutes may be admitted to the Department with advanced standing. Specific course requirements for these students will be made on an individual basis after their previously earned credits have been assessed.