Academic Programs Catalog

College of Engineering

Technology Engineering

The Bachelor of Science degree in Technology Engineering is an innovative program which prepares students for modern engineering challenges in the multidisciplinary, interconnected world.  The degree is designed to develop engineering and technology foundational skills including, but not limited to, embedded electronic systems, computer aided design, product prototyping, data science, project management, and computer programming in Python and C++. Students will choose a concentration in Mechatronics or Embedded Cybersecurity, to further advance their engineering and technology interests. The program utilizes hands-on, real-world projects to integrate modern technologies with the engineering mindset.

Requirements for the Bachelor of Science Degree in Technology Engineering

  1. The University requirements for bachelor's degrees as described in the Undergraduate Education section of this catalog; 128 credits, including general elective credits, are required for the Bachelor of Science degree in Technology Engineering.

    The University's Tier II writing requirement for the Technology Engineering major is met by completing Technology Engineering 480. That course is referenced in item 3. b. below.

    Students who are enrolled in the College of Engineering may complete the alternative track to Integrative Studies in Biological and Physical Sciences that is described in item 1. under the heading Graduation Requirements for All Majors in the College statement. Certain courses referenced in requirement 3. below may be used to satisfy the alternative track.
  2. The requirements of the College of Engineering for the Bachelor of Science degree.

    The credits earned in certain courses referenced in requirement 3. below may be counted toward College requirements as appropriate.
  3. The following requirements for the major:
    a. All of the following courses (29 credits):
    CEM 161 General Chemistry Laboratory I 1
    CSE 232 Introduction to Programming II 4
    ECE 230 Digital Logic Fundamentals 3
    ME 280 Graphic Communications 2
    MGT 325 Management Skills and Processes 3
    Or
    SCM 304 Survey of Supply Chain Management 3
    MSE 250 Materials Science and Engineering 3
    PHY 251 Introductory Physics Laboratory I 1
    Or
    PHY 191 Physics Laboratory for Scientists I 1
    PHY 252 Introductory Physics Laboratory II 1
    STT 180 Introduction to Data Science 4
    STT 201 Statistical Methods 4
    A basic math or science elective from a define course pool 3
    b. All of the following courses (25 credits):
    TNG 210 Manufacturing Processes and Prototyping 2
    TNG 220 Electrical Circuits 4
    TNG 310 Advanced Graphics Communications 3
    TNG 320 Sensors and Signal Processing 3
    TNG 322 Electronics and Embedded Systems Lab 1
    TNG 330 Quality and Continuous Improvement 3
    TNG 335 Computer Security Fundamentals 3
    TNG 430 Engineering Project Management 3
    TNG 480 Technology Engineering Capstone (W) 3
    c. One of the following concentrations (16 credits):
    Mechatronics
    TNG 340 Engineering Statics and Mechanics of Materials 3
    TNG 345 Mechanical Machine Dynamics 3
    TNG 440 Robotics, Automation, and Controls 3
    TNG 445 Troubleshooting Mechatronic Systems 4
    TNG 447 Topics in Mechatronics 3
    Embedded Cybersecurity
    TNG 350 Operating System Fundamentals 3
    TNG 355 Networks and Network Security 3
    TNG 450 Hardware Cybersecurity 3
    TNG 455 Engineering Secure Hardware and Software 4
    TNG 457 Topics in Embedded Cybersecurity 3
    The concentration will be noted on the student’s academic record.